30 Seconds (TV series)
| Company type | Television program |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television, Comedy |
| Founded | 2009 |
| Headquarters | Sydney , Australia |
| Products | Television series |
:30 Seconds is an Australian comedic television program created for The Comedy Channel that offers a satirical take on the advertising sector. Its name alludes to the typical 30-second duration of television commercials. The series includes guest roles by notable Australian personalities such as Claudia Karvan, Peter Helliar, and Guy Pearce.
Plot
The narrative revolves around BND, an international advertising firm operating 61 offices globally, with a particular emphasis on one of its branches located in Australia.
Location
The filming was conducted at the Ultimo-based Sydney studios of Blacksheep Productions.
Lazzi
The series features short animated segments known as lazzi, which depict products from the viewpoint of Martin Manning, showcasing inventive advertising ideas—for instance, an animated orange juice carton accompanied by a comedic voiceover.
Main / regular
- Joel Tobeck portraying Martin Manning
- Stephen Curry as McBaney
- Gyton Grantley in the role of Sumo
- Kat Stewart playing Marion West
- Peter O'Brien as Bill Brooker
- Jenna Lind cast as Kath Bullock
- Emily Brennan as Barbara Main
- Oliver Brookes in the role of Joel
Guests
- Caroline Brazier appearing as Kirsty (1 episode)
- Helen Thomson featured as Faith O'Callaghan (1 episode)
- John Batchelor cast as Bobo (1 episode)
- Lucy Bell portraying Amanda Walls (1 episode)
- Penne Hackforth-Jones in the role of Pat Evans (1 episode)
- Tory Mussett as Anna