Counter Play
| Company type | Television series |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television production |
| Founded | 2016 |
| Founder | Chrys Phillips, Mikaela Phillips |
| Headquarters | Australia |
| Products | Drama television series |
Counter Play is an Australian drama television series that debuted on Nine Network's 9Gem channel in 2018. Developed by Chrys Phillips, the show delves into the experiences of individuals living in the wealthy community of South Point.
Plot
The story centers on Jake Spector (Tyson Martick), who comes back to South Point after surviving a life-threatening accident, motivated by a desire for vengeance. His partner, Faith Morgan (Mikaela Phillips), hails from a prominent local family and remains unaware of Jake's true intentions. Jake sets his sights on former companions and his past love, Riley Cornwall (Isabel Dilena), aiming to settle scores linked to betrayals following their high school graduation. He engineers calculated "play or be played" challenges to uncover hidden truths and deceit, though it becomes apparent that others might also be manipulating the situation alongside him.
Production
Originally released as a six-episode web series in 2016, Counter Play attracted an audience of 1.5 million viewers online. Creators Chrys and Mikaela Phillips developed the project further into a second season designed for commercial release. Filming commenced in October 2017, with two seasons completed by May 2018, and development for a third season is currently in progress.
Cast and characters
- Tyson Martick – Jake Spector/Aaron Robertson
- Mikaela Phillips – Faith Morgan
- Michelle Rowley – Mrs Heather Cornwall
- Isabel Dilena – Riley Cornwall
- Victor Gralak – Wes Morgan
- Luke Styles – Mayor Ferguson
- Sophie Thurling – Amber Rose
- Leigh Smith – Tim
Broadcast
The show made its Australian debut on Nine Network's 9Gem in 2018. In the United States, it was picked up by Amazon Video and officially released on August 27, 2018; it is also accessible for streaming within Australia. Discussions are underway with broadcasters in the UK, New Zealand, and Asia to broaden its global distribution.