‘He’s really asking us what we can say’: The veteran troublemaker leading SBS’ 2026 line-up

‘He’s really asking us what we can say’: The veteran troublemaker leading SBS’ 2026 line-up

The broadcaster has revealed its slate, which also includes a new location for Alone Australia and the FIFA World Cup.

Streakers versus streamers: SBS kicks off upfronts season with 'solid' offering

SBS has kicked off the upfronts season with a slate and positioning that observers in agencyland have characterised as substantial. Australia’s multicultural broadcaster focussed on its blockbuster property, World Cup 2026, and spruiked its “opt out” advertising options and low TV ad load in an event that struck a balance between TV showmanship and consistency.Acting […]

The 5 key takeaways from the SBS Upfronts

SBS yesterday held its 2026 Upfronts presentation for media buyers and media alike. I’d hesitate to call it a lengthy presentation, if only because the opening of the event was ‘interrupted’ by a male streaker. While there so much information being delivered, there were some highlights in the presentation that stood out. 1. Reckless is the title that popped in the sizzle reel The emphasis of the Upfronts was firmly on the World Cup. It took up s…

SBS confirms Alone Australia will return for fourth season in 2026

Alone Australia soared to success when its first group of survivalists battled the forces of nature back in 2023. The third series debuted on SBS in March, but fans were left in suspense over whether it would be renewed. However, the wait is finally over, and SBS confirmed on September 3 that Alone Australia will be returning for a fourth season in 2026. The contestants of Alone Australia season two. (Credit: SBS) A cast of 10 new Australians wi…

SBS Upfront: 'The Chaplain', three Digital Originals and John Safran doc in 2026 line-up - IF Magazine

SBS returns to long-form drama in 2026 with 'The Chaplain' and NITV co-commission 'Reckless' leading the slate alongside three new short-form Digital Originals: 'Fish Boi', 'Homebodies' and 'Miss Sultanah'. The post SBS Upfront: ‘The Chaplain’, three Digital Originals and John Safran doc in 2026 line-up appeared first on IF Magazine.