Small Town Scandal: Season 1
- Premiered Feb 9, 2026
- 8 episodes
Tom Sainsbury brings his mockumentary true-crime podcast to the screen. The beloved comedian plays a disgraced journalist-turned-true-crime podcast host investigating the death of his millionaire uncle in a town filled with eccentric suspects.
Episodes
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1. A Giant has Fallen
When his uncle dies under suspicious circumstances, disgraced journalist Toby Buchanan sees the perfect story to launch his comeback podcast - and perhaps save his career.
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2. A Connoisseur of Love
Toby's quiet probe into Aunty Janine's role in Uncle Mitch's death uncovers more than he expected. The revelation pulls him headfirst into the drug-laced, secret-riddled underbelly of Te Hoiho.
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3. The Buchananiser Automated Lawnmowers (TM)
Toby crashes a swinger's party, where Aunty Janine is the undisputed belle of the ball. Surrounded by leather and chains, Toby believes this scene hides more than just late-night escapades.
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4. Who Gets Mitch’s Money?
Uncle Mitch's funeral stirs up new suspects. Toby gets some alone time with his old school crush, Katie, and then receives his juiciest lead to date.
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5. In Perfect Harmony
Toby pauses his investigation to have dinner with his old crush and her husband. Toby learns the police are now investigating Uncle Mitch's death - and their prime suspect is Bruce Buchanan.
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6. Splattered Blood Runs Thicker Than Water
As the police close in, Toby helps his dad slip away. Digging deeper, Toby uncovers a key figure with a clear motive for murder.
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7. The Devil Is In The Detail
Toby goes legit to clear his dad's name, hunting a more suspicious suspect. As the case bends towards the paranormal, Toby gets a surprising lead.
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8. The Pieces Fall Into Place
With his own legal trouble mounting, Toby must clear his and his dad's names, finish his podcast, deal with a serial killer, navigate the town fair, and solve Uncle Mitch's murder.
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