In Limbo (TV series)
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television production |
| Products | Television series (In Limbo) |
In Limbo is a 2023 comedy-drama television series created by Bunya Productions Pty Ltd in collaboration with Heiress Films Pty Ltd. The series tackles male suicide and mental health issues through a comedic lens, featuring a first season of six episodes, each approximately 30 minutes long.
Cast
- Ryan Corr portraying Charlie
- Bob Morley as Nate
- Emma Harvie in the role of Freya
- Russell Dykstra playing Frank
- Lena Cruz as Maria
- Aaron Fa'Aoso cast as Nikora
- Georgina Naidu in the role of Shenali
- Shabana Rihani portraying Jay
- Philippa Northeast as Lily
- Michael Logo in the role of Solomon
- Kamillia Rihani as Annabel
- Jane Harber playing Beth
- Josh McConville as Johan
- Alex McTavish portraying Suzie
- Jan Nary in the role of Nanna Grace
- Damien Thomlinson as Tommy
- Valentino D'Adderio playing Young Charlie
- Oliver De Los Santos as Young Nate
- Christopher Sommers cast as Conrad
- Rachael Hale portraying Dominatrix
- Jordi Webber as Wayne
- Harry Beckwith in the role of Bentley
- Vanessa Moltzen playing Al King
- Rafferty Grierson as Flintoff
- Anita Hegh in the role of Detective Blythe
- Jennifer Cummins portraying Therapist
Reception
Debi Enker, writing for the Sydney Morning Herald, awarded the series premiere 4 out of 5 stars, remarking that In Limbo successfully merges the brisk tempo and style typical of sitcoms with substantial emotional resonance. She underscores the show’s focus on important subjects, highlighting its advocacy for men to openly discuss their insecurities, anxieties, and mental health struggles beyond common pop culture topics.
Sarah Ward from Concrete Playground characterizes In Limbo as a compelling and thoughtful supernatural comedy series that explores an extraordinary connection bridging life and death. She commends its effective combination of humor with a sincere examination of mental health concerns.
Awards and nominations
| Award | Ceremony Date | Category | Nominee(s) | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Well Awards | October 10, 2023 | Production of the Year | Bunya Productions and Heiress Films | Finalist |
| APRA - Screen Music Awards | November 9, 2023 | Best Music for a Mini-Series or Telemovie | Matteo Zingales | Nominated |
| AACTA Awards | February 10, 2024 | Best Original Music Score in Television | Matteo Zingales | Nominated |
| AWGIE Awards | February 15, 2024 | Comedy – Situation or Narrative | Tamara Asmar for "Cremating" | Nominated |
| Screen Producers Australia Awards | March 21, 2024 | Comedy Program or Series Production of the Year | Bunya Productions and Heiress Films | Winner |
| Logie Awards | August 18, 2024 | Best Scripted Comedy Program | Bunya Productions and Heiress Films | Nominated |
| Best Lead Actor in a Comedy | Ryan Corr | Nominated | ||
| Bob Morley | Nominated |