East of Everything

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  • 2008
  • 2 Seasons
  • 7.0  (315)

East of Everything is an Australian drama television series that premiered on ABC on March 30, 2008. The show follows the story of a travel writer named Art Watkins (Richard Roxburgh), who returns to his hometown of Byron Bay to attend the funeral of his father. There, he rekindles his relationship with his brother, a musician named Vance (Tom Long), and gets drawn into the lives of the locals.

The show is set in the idyllic coastal town of Byron Bay, which is a popular tourist destination known for its surfing spots, sandy beaches, and lush hinterland. The town is also a hub for alternative lifestyles, hippies, and environmental activism. The landscapes and scenery of the town provide a breathtaking backdrop for the characters and their stories.

The main character, Art Watkins, is a cynical and jaded travel writer who has spent most of his life traveling the world and escaping his family and his past. He is reluctant to return to his hometown and deal with his past, but he finds himself drawn to the people and the community of Byron Bay. Through his interactions with the locals, Art begins to reconnect with his roots and his own identity.

Vance, Art's younger brother, is a talented musician who has struggled to find success in the competitive music industry. He is also dealing with a failed marriage and the challenges of being a single parent to his young daughter, Billie. Vance is the opposite of Art in many ways, he is optimistic, hopeful, and passionate about his music and his family.

The show explores the relationship between the two brothers, their past traumas, and the way they have coped with them differently. It also touches on themes such as family, love, grief, identity, and the meaning of home.

East of Everything is not just the story of the Watkins brothers. The show features a wide range of characters, each with their own storylines and struggles. There is Dan (Damien Garvey), a laid-back surfer who runs a local bar and has a crush on Art's ex-girlfriend. There is Huey (Val Lehman), a free-spirited woman who runs a spiritual retreat and offers Art guidance and support. There is Mel (Kat Stewart), a young waitress who dreams of becoming a photographer and who develops a romantic interest in Vance.

The show is filled with humor, drama, and heart. The characters are complex, believable, and relatable. The performances by the actors are outstanding, particularly Roxburgh and Long, who have a great chemistry on screen. The writing is sharp, insightful, and poignant, capturing the essence of life in a small town and the human experience in a way that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.

In conclusion, East of Everything is a must-watch for anyone who loves drama, comedy, and great storytelling. It is a nostalgic ode to small-town life and a celebration of human relationships. The show is a testament to the richness and diversity of Australian television and a true gem that deserves to be discovered by a wider audience.

East of Everything is a series that ran for 2 seasons (13 episodes) between March 28, 2008 and on Acorn TV

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Community Chest
7. Community Chest
September 5, 2009
With the Palm Valley site up for sale, Art and Eve band together to try to save it. Bev comes up with the idea to hold a dance-a-thon to finance the town's purchase of the land, and Terry Adams's lost legacy may prove crucial to their efforts.
Homeward Bound
6. Homeward Bound
August 29, 2009
Devastated by Eve's relationship with Carter, Art takes off into the bush to avoid his troubles but ends up getting bitten by a potentially lethal snake. Meanwhile, Gerry also contends with nature, as he camps out on the beach since he's not allowed to stay at the hostel.
Venus Rising
5. Venus Rising
August 22, 2009
As Lizzy's due date approaches, Bev tries to help her out, and Vance grows unexpectedly close to her. Art finds some success with his memoir, and a hot-air balloon ride goes dangerously awry.
Secrets and Lies
4. Secrets and Lies
August 15, 2009
Gerry arranges a getaway boys' weekend for Art and Vance to recover from their romantic woes. But their time at the Bear Rock retreat brings up deep emotional wounds.
The Golden Rule
3. The Golden Rule
August 8, 2009
The Watkins men are having romantic troubles. Gerry involves himself in Josh's love life, Vance looks to the female resort guests for comfort, and Art begins writing a romance novel to spite Eve.
Cumin Get It!
2. Cumin Get It!
August 1, 2009
Vance recruits a crew to quickly tackle repairs to the Far Out East following the cyclone, but when Josh and Gerry pair up to reconstruct the rotunda, Art worries about his father's influence on his son. Meanwhile, Eve grows intrigued by handsome eco-celebrity Carter Smith.
Weather Man
1. Weather Man
July 25, 2009
Art Watkins seems to have found happiness in Broken Bay. The Far Out East backpacker hostel has reopened, he's getting along with his brother and his son, he's in a steady relationship with Eve, and his memoir is about to be published. But then his troublemaker father, Gerry, storms back into town.  
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Where to Watch East of Everything
East of Everything is available for streaming on the Acorn TV website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch East of Everything on demand at Amazon Prime.
  • Premiere Date
    March 28, 2008
  • IMDB Rating
    7.0  (315)