Prosper (TV series)
| Company type | Drama television series |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television |
| Founded | January 18, 2024 |
| Headquarters | Australia |
Key people | Jason Stevens, Andrew Walker (producers); Jennifer Lacey, Shaun Wilson (directors); Matt Cameron (executive producer) |
| Products | Television drama series |
Prosper is a drama series from Australia that premiered on Stan on 18 January 2024. The production was overseen by Jason Stevens and Andrew Walker, with Jennifer Lacey and Shaun Wilson directing. The narrative focuses on the family that leads the U Star megachurch. The cast includes Richard Roxburgh, Rebecca Gibney, and Ewen Leslie in principal roles.
Plot
Cal Quinn, who serves as the pastor of the U Star megachurch, reveals his intention to extend the church’s reach into the United States, a decision that catches his family off guard. After a member of the congregation takes their own life, Cal’s wife Abi stands by him as hidden family matters come to light.
Main / recurring
- Richard Roxburgh portraying Cal Quinn
- Rebecca Gibney as Abi Quinn
- Ewen Leslie in the role of Dion Quinn
- Jacob Collins-Levy playing Jed Quinn
- Ming-Zhu Hii as Taz Quinn
- Hayley McCarthy in the role of Issy Kalani
- Jordi Webber as Benji Kalani
- Jacek Koman portraying Eli Slowik
- Andrea Solonge as Juno
- Brigid Zengeni playing Rosa
- Christopher James Baker as Mitch Leeway
- Nikki Shiels in the role of Kasey Leeway
Guests
- Arka Das appearing as Ravi
- Fayssal Bazzi portraying Samir Maalouf
- Renee Lim as Jackie
Production
The series Prosper was commissioned by Stan alongside Lionsgate as part of the Stan Original lineup, receiving significant funding from Screen Australia and assistance from Screen NSW. The writing team included Matt Cameron, who also served as executive producer, together with Liz Doran, Louise Fox, and Belinda Chayko.
The Sydney Coliseum located in Rooty Hill was utilized as the filming site representing the U Star church.
Episodes
| Episode | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Man of God | 18 January 2024 |
| 2 | Glossolalia | |
| 3 | Charity Begins At Home | |
| 4 | Signs and Wonders | |
| 5 | Love Offerings | |
| 6 | Gethsemane | |
| 7 | Broken Covenants | |
| 8 | The Promised Land |
Release
All episodes of the series became available on Stan on 18 January 2024.
Reception
Luke Buckmaster from The Guardian Australia awarded the show 4 stars, highlighting its contemporary take on Australian religious dramas with a brisk and provocative style tailored for a secular viewership.
David Knox of TV Tonight gave it a 3.5-star rating, commenting on its limited number of sympathetic characters and somewhat detached atmosphere but acknowledging its promising qualities.
Anthony Morris writing for ScreenHub also rated it 4 stars, commending Richard Roxburgh for his compelling performance as Cal.
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