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Mr Inbetween

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Mr Inbetween
Company typeTelevision series
IndustryEntertainment
FoundedSeptember 25, 2018; 8 years ago (2018-09-25)
Headquarters
Sydney
,
Australia
Area served
Australia, United States
Key people
Scott Ryan (creator, writer, lead actor), Nash Edgerton (director)
ProductsTelevision series
Websitewww.fxnetworks.com/shows/mr-inbetween

Mr Inbetween is an Australian television series blending dark comedy and crime drama genres, which debuted on the American network FX on 25 September 2018. Shortly after, it premiered in Australia on Fox Showcase on 1 October 2018. The show is an adaptation of the 2005 film The Magician, created, written, and headlined by Scott Ryan, who reprises his lead character and also serves as the series' writer. Direction for the series is provided by Nash Edgerton.

Initially developed as FX Australia's inaugural original drama production, the series eventually aired on Showcase following the shutdown of FX Australia. Production took place across multiple sites in Sydney. On 9 October 2018, both FX and Foxtel announced a renewal for a second season, which premiered on 12 September 2019. A third and final season was confirmed on 26 May 2020 and subsequently premiered on 25 May 2021. The show concluded its run on 13 July 2021 after completing three seasons totaling 26 episodes. It garnered widespread critical praise for its writing, direction, acting performances, and overall tone.

Premise

Set against the backdrop of suburban Sydney, the story follows Raymond "Ray" Shoesmith (Scott Ryan), a professional hitman who juggles his criminal assignments alongside family responsibilities and personal commitments. Ray endeavors to be a devoted father to his daughter Brittany (Chika Yasumura), maintain a relationship with his girlfriend Ally (Brooke Satchwell), and care for his terminally ill brother Bruce (Nicholas Cassim). Additionally, Ray supports his close friend Gary (Justin Rosniak) and carries out tasks assigned by his employer Freddy (Damon Herriman). His increasingly violent lifestyle begins to strain his personal connections.

Main

  • Scott Ryan portrays Raymond "Ray" Shoesmith, a hitman nicknamed "The Magician"
  • Justin Rosniak plays Gary Thomas, Ray's closest friend
  • Brooke Satchwell appears as Ally, Ray's girlfriend (seasons 1–2; guest appearance in season 3)
  • Nicholas Cassim acts as Bruce Shoesmith, Ray's brother suffering from motor neurone disease (seasons 1–2)
  • Chika Yasumura takes on the role of Brittany, Ray's daughter
  • Damon Herriman features as Freddy, Ray's superior
  • Matt Nable portrays Dave, a fellow hitman and friend of Ray (season 3; recurring in seasons 1–2)
  • Jeremy Sims appears as Rafael, a crime boss (season 3)

Recurring

  • Natalie Tran as Jacinta, Ray's former wife
  • Lizzie Schebesta plays Tatiana, Gary's spouse
  • Bryn Chapman Parish as James
  • David Michôd acts as Peter (seasons 1–2)
  • Kenny Graham portrays Bill Shoesmith, Ray's father (seasons 2–3)
  • Rose Riley appears as Michele (seasons 2–3)

Season 1

  • Jackson Tozer plays Vasilli
  • Firass Dirani as Davros
  • Edmund Lembke-Hogan as Nick

Season 2

Season 3

Season 1

Season 2

Season 3

Critical response

Mr Inbetween was met with widespread acclaim, particularly for its script and acting. The first season holds a 90% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 20 critiques, with an average score of 7/10. The consensus on the platform reads, "While Mr Inbetween employs a familiar premise, it quickly redeems itself through expertly crafted tension and Scott Ryan’s captivating performance." On Metacritic, the initial season earned a score of 75 out of 100, signifying "generally favorable reviews."

The Hollywood Reporter praised it as "One of 2018’s standout series... Scott Ryan, who created, wrote, and starred in the show, alongside director Nash Edgerton, delivers a masterful production that accomplishes much within a concise runtime." Entertainment Weekly selected it as a Fall 2018 Must-Watch TV series, commending its dark comedic style and Ryan’s effortless toughness. The Globe and Mail referred to it as "a subtle gem of quiet yet compelling comedy-drama," emphasizing its strong focus on intimate storytelling.

Included in The New York Times’' "Best of Fall 2018 TV" list, the show was noted for its blend of suspense and deadpan humor, accompanied by an engaging improvisational feel. The Boston Globe recognized its fresh interpretation of the "killer with a heart of gold" archetype, drawing favorable comparisons to HBO’s Barry.

When Season 2 debuted in 2019, it continued to receive positive feedback. Rolling Stone’’s Alan Sepinwall applauded the marked advancement from the first season, pondering if the series could deepen viewers’ empathy for its perilous protagonist. Ben Travers from IndieWire highlighted the sharpness of the dialogue and the strength of the supporting cast, describing it as a gratifying watch. According to Screen Rant, Season 2 raised the show’s quality across writing, acting, and directing. The Hollywood Reporter deemed the sophomore season "exceptional," delivering tightly woven drama within brief episodes that leave a lasting emotional impression.

The third and concluding season released in 2021 also attracted critical acclaim. Included among The New York Times’’ "Best TV Shows of 2021," it was described as "an intelligent, deadpan, subtly absurd dismantling of tough-guy stereotypes." Critic Mike Hale praised it as "a remarkable example of consistent tone," highlighting Ryan’s impeccable work both behind the scenes and on screen.

Awards and nominations

Mr Inbetween has garnered numerous distinguished honors, underscoring its significance in both drama and comedy television genres.

Screen Producers Australia Awards
Year Category Nominee Result
2022 Drama Series Production of the Year Michele Bennett, Nash Edgerton, Blue-Tongue Films, Pariah Productions Template:Nom
2018 Drama Series Production of the Year Michele Bennett, Nash Edgerton, Scott Ryan, Jason Burrows Template:Won
Logie Awards
Year Category Nominee Result
2022 Most Outstanding Actor Scott Ryan Template:Nom
Most Outstanding Supporting Actor Matt Nable Template:Nom
2019 Most Outstanding Actor Scott Ryan Template:Won
Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) Awards
Year Category Nominee Result
2021 Best Lead Actor in a Television Drama Scott Ryan Template:Won
Best Screenplay in Television Scott Ryan for "Ray Who?" Template:Won
Best Guest or Supporting Actor in a Television Drama Matt Nable Template:Nom
Best Guest or Supporting Actor in a Television Drama Justin Rosniak Template:Nom
Best Drama Series Michele Bennett, Nash Edgerton, Blue-Tongue Films, Pariah Productions Template:Nom
Best Direction in a Television Drama or Comedy Nash Edgerton for "Ray Who?" Template:Nom
2019 Best Lead Actor in a Television Drama Scott Ryan Template:Won
Best Guest or Supporting Actor in a Television Drama Damon Herriman Template:Nom
Best Guest or Supporting Actress in a Television Drama Brooke Satchwell Template:Nom
Best Drama Series Michele Bennett, Nash Edgerton, Blue-Tongue Films Template:Nom
2018 Best New Talent Scott Ryan Template:Won
Best Lead Actor in a Television Drama Scott Ryan Template:Nom
Best New Talent Chika Yasumura Template:Nom
Best Television Drama Series Michele Bennett Template:Nom
Best Direction in a Television Drama or Comedy Nash Edgerton for "Unicorns Know Everybody's Name" Template:Nom
Best Screenplay in Television Scott Ryan for "Unicorns Know Everybody's Name" Template:Nom
Australian Directors' Guild Awards
Year Category Nominee Result

|- | 2021 | Best Direction in a TV or SVOD Drama Series | Nash Edgerton for "Ray Who?" | |- | 2020 | Best Direction in a TV or SVOD Drama Series | Nash Edgerton for "Monsters" | |- | 2019 | Best Direction in a TV or SVOD Drama Series | Nash Edgerton for "On Behalf of Society" | |}

Australian Screen Sound Guild
Year Category Result

|- | 2021 | Best Sound for a Drama or Comedy (over 30 Minutes) | |}

Casting Guild of Australia Awards
Year Category Nominee Result

|- | 2019 | Best Casting in a TV Comedy | Kirsty McGregor | |- | 2018 | Best Casting in a TV Comedy | Kirsty McGregor | |}

The Equity Ensemble Awards
Year Category Nominee Result

|- | 2019 | Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble Series in a Drama Series | Scott Ryan, Damon Herriman, Justin Rosniak, Brooke Satchwell, Nicholas Cassim, Chika Yasumura, Natalie Tran | |}

Australian Writers' Guild Awards
Year Category Nominee Result

|- | 2018 | Comedy – Situation or Narrative | Scott Ryan | |}

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