Mustangs FC
| Company type | Television series |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television |
| Founded | 2017 |
| Headquarters | Australia |
| Products | Television program |
| Parent | Matchbox Pictures |
Mustangs FC is an Australian comedy-drama television series from 2017 aimed at young adolescent audiences, featuring Emmanuelle Mattana in the role of Marnie. The narrative unfolds in a suburban Australian setting, centering on Mustangs FC, a girls-only soccer team, while also exploring Marnie's personal life with her mother Jen (portrayed by Pia Miranda), Jen's partner Kev, Kev's daughter Lara, and their teammates.
The series premiered on International Day of the Girl in 2017 and emphasizes the interpersonal relationships and obstacles encountered by an all-female sports team. It was extended for two further seasons before concluding in 2020.
Developed by Amanda Higgs and Rachel Davis—who also served as producers along with executive producer Debbie Lee—Mustangs FC was created by Matchbox Pictures for ABC Me with backing from the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, Screen Australia, and Film Victoria. In 2017, it earned a nomination for Best Children's Television Series at the AACTA Awards.
Internationally, the program was broadcast on Universal Kids in the United States.
Cast
- Emmanuelle Mattana as Marnie
- Ashleigh Marshall as Liv
- Gemma Chua-Tran as Anusha
- Molly Broadstock as Bella
- Celine Ajobong as Ruby
- Monique Heath as Lara
- Natasha Pearson as Michaela
- Pia Miranda as Jen
- Stephen Hall as Kev
- Jacek Koman as Danny
- Xavier West as Gabe
- Celia Pacquola as the narrator
- Tommy Little as the manager
Supporting
- Martha Berhane as Freya
- Hayet Dabbouss as Hanifa
- Tara Jakubowskij as Willow
- Lottie van Vijick as Alex
- Emily Carnibella as Simone
- Chelsea Ford as Magda
- Georgia Kirby as Trinity
- Jessica Faulkner as Madison
- Christie Whelan as Terry
- Fiona Choi as Cindy
- Mike McLeish as Sam
- Catherine Glavicic as Alicia
- Luke Christopoulos as Tom
- Ellmir Asipi as Hamet
- Clare Chihambakwe as Michelle
- Sophie Ashdowne as Summah
- Mitchell Lockhart as Miles
- Phoenix Raei as Lachy
- Rhett Schreuder as Jasper
- Tharanya Tharan as Zee
- Miah Madden as Jas
- Imogen Lamble as Georgie
Reception
Critics responded favorably to the series; Melinda Houston from The Canberra Times awarded it four stars out of five. The show was also recognized with a nomination for Best Children's Television Series at the AACTA Awards. Its initial broadcast attracted approximately 38,000 viewers.
External links
- Australian children's television series
- Australian Broadcasting Corporation original programming
- 2010s teen drama television series
- Australian comedy-drama television series
- 2017 Australian television series debuts
- Fictional association football television series
- Australian television series about teenagers
- Television series by Matchbox Pictures
- Australian teen drama television series