Human Error (TV series)
| Company type | Television series |
|---|---|
| Industry | Entertainment |
| Founded | September 11, 2024 |
| Founder | Greg Haddrick |
| Headquarters | Australia |
| Products | Television drama series |
| Website | www |
Human Error is a crime drama from Australia that debuted on the Nine Network on 11 September 2024. Created by Greg Haddrick, this six-episode series follows police officer Holly O'Rourke as her probe into a gangland homicide puts both her professional standing and personal integrity at risk. Amidst her quest for vindication, a tangled conspiracy emerges, escalating the urgency to apprehend the murderer.
Plot
Inspired by actual events, the storyline features Holly O'Rourke (Leeanna Walsman) delving into a gangland killing that evolves into a case involving mistaken identity. The investigation threatens her career as hidden conspiracies come to light, placing law enforcement under significant strain while the perpetrator remains free. Concurrently, Holly faces emotional turmoil upon learning she is expecting a child fathered by another man.
Cast
Filming commenced in early 2023, with the principal cast comprising:
- Leeanna Walsman portraying Holly O'Rourke
- Steve Peacocke as Dylan McKenzie
- Rahel Romahn playing Jarred Pines
- Matt Day in the role of Luke O'Rourke
- Steve Bisley as Bear O'Rourke
- Anthony J Sharpe cast as Keith Bird
- Daniela Farinacci as Chief Kirsten Leigh
- Ethan Lwin in the role of Gabe Kihn
- Emily Joy portraying Maia Kirsner
- Rosie Mitchell as Alice
Production
The six-episode series received production approval from Screen Australia on 14 September 2022, with additional backing from VicScreen. Production activities started in February 2023.
Originally intended to headline the 2023 drama lineup on Nine Network, Human Error was deferred to 2024 following Nine’s decision to prioritize the tele-movie Warnie.
Reception
David Knox of TV Tonight awarded the series four stars, commending Leeanna Walsman’s leading performance alongside a compelling supporting ensemble.
By 20 September 2024, all episodes were accessible on 9Now, allowing viewers to watch the entire series consecutively.
Accolades
| Year | Category | Nominee | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Best Casting in a Telemovie/Miniseries | Human Error | Template:Nom |
| Year | Category | Nominee | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Best Miniseries | Human Error | Nominated |
| Year | Category | Nominee | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Best Miniseries or Telemovie | Human Error | Nominated |
References
External links
Human Error on IMDb