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Short Poppies

A journalist explores the quirks of small-town New Zealand, finding extraordinary qualities in everyday people. Each character is portrayed by Rhys Darby in this mockumentary comedy series.

David Farrier, a journalist, embarks on a journey to find the average Kiwi in a small town of New Zealand. However, he discovers a charming group of people who defy the notion of being ordinary or average. Each episode features a new local character, all played by Rhys Darby.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Terry Pole

1. Terry Pole

Aired: Sep 25, 2014

The day of the local sexy legs competition has arrived, and lifeguard and leg...

Episode 2 Steve Whittle

2. Steve Whittle

Aired: Oct 2, 2014

Steve Whittle operates an extraterrestrial encounter support service, caterin...

Episode 3 Ron Taylor

3. Ron Taylor

Aired: Oct 9, 2014

Ron Taylor, a determined entrepreneur, faces a major crisis as his whale watc...

Episode 4 Mary Ledbetter

4. Mary Ledbetter

Aired: Oct 16, 2014

In the next episode, David Farrier faces a formidable challenge as he navigat...

Episode 5 Bill Napier

5. Bill Napier

Aired: Oct 23, 2014

In the next episode, a park ranger with a unique talent for communicating wit...

Episode 6 Louise Cooper

6. Louise Cooper

Aired: Oct 30, 2016

In the next episode, a mysterious artist with a taste for men sets her sights...

Episode 7 Rhod Gainer

7. Rhod Gainer

Aired: Nov 6, 2014

In the next episode, Rhod Gainer, a charismatic yet lawless lawyer, played by...

Episode 8 The Finale

8. The Finale

Aired: Nov 13, 2014

A screening of the finished documentary leads to a tense reunion as David Far...

Info about Short Poppies

Network: TVNZ 1

Genres:Comedy