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Fisk

Fisk is an Australian television comedy series that premiered on ABC TV in 2021.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Fisk is an Australian television comedy series that premiered on ABC TV in 2021. It follows lawyer Helen Tudor-Fisk, who starts over at a small wills-and-probate firm in Melbourne after her marriage and career fall apart.

Premise

Fisk follows Helen Tudor-Fisk after a personal and professional breakdown leads her to leave Sydney and work in a suburban Melbourne law firm. The show focuses on her clashes with coworkers and clients in the world of wills and probate.

Production

The series was created by comedian Kitty Flanagan and producer Vincent Sheehan. Flanagan also co-wrote the series with Penny Flanagan.

Broadcast and release

Fisk first aired on ABC Television in Australia in March 2021. Later seasons aired in 2022 and 2024, and the series has been distributed through streaming services including Netflix.

Cast and characters

Kitty Flanagan stars as Helen Tudor-Fisk. The ensemble also includes Julia Zemiro, Marty Sheargold, Aaron Chen, Glenn Butcher, and John Gaden.

Key facts

  • The series centres on Helen Tudor-Fisk, a lawyer who takes a job at Gruber & Gruber, a small probate and wills firm.
  • It was co-created by Kitty Flanagan and Vincent Sheehan.
  • The first season premiered on ABC TV on 17 March 2021.
  • A second season aired in 2022 and a third season premiered in 2024.
  • The series has also streamed on Netflix in multiple regions.
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Canadian context

Canadian viewers may know Fisk through Netflix, where it has been distributed internationally.

Frequently asked questions

What is Fisk about?
It is about lawyer Helen Tudor-Fisk, who starts over at a small wills-and-probate firm after her marriage and career collapse.
Who created Fisk?
The series was co-created by Kitty Flanagan and Vincent Sheehan.
When did Fisk first air?
It first aired on ABC Television on 17 March 2021.
Who stars in Fisk?
Kitty Flanagan stars, alongside Julia Zemiro, Marty Sheargold, Aaron Chen, Glenn Butcher, and John Gaden.
Is Fisk available on Netflix?
Yes. The series has been streamed on Netflix in multiple regions.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fisk_(TV_series)
    Supports: Premise, creators, broadcast history, cast, and season dates.
  2. Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/81675379
    Supports: Series description, creators, starring cast, genre, and 2024 release listing.
  3. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/tvshows/fisk/1001144880/
    Supports: Season count, release range, and award notes.
  4. Apple TV — https://www.apple.com/us/show/fisk/
    Supports: Premise, setting, and starring cast.