The Time of Our Lives (TV series)
| Company type | Television series |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television |
| Founded | June 10, 2013 |
| Founder | Amanda Higgs, Judi McCrossin |
| Headquarters | Melbourne , Australia |
| Products | Drama television series |
The Time of Our Lives is a drama series from Australia that debuted on ABC TV on 10 June 2013. Created through a collaboration between JAHM Pictures, ABC TV, and Film Victoria, the show was co-developed by producer Amanda Higgs—also known for co-creating The Secret Life of Us—and lead writer Judi McCrossin, recognized for her work on The Secret Life of Us, Tangle, among others.
The narrative explores the lives of the Tivolli family, an extended household residing in inner Melbourne. It highlights the experiences of family members in their thirties and forties as they deal with challenges related to career advancement, purchasing homes, raising children, and maintaining personal relationships.
Although it faced competition from other Australian dramas broadcast on commercial free-to-air networks, the series premiered to a "respectable" viewership. On 18 October 2013, it was confirmed for a second season, which began airing on 26 June 2014. Nevertheless, ABC announced the show's cancellation on 5 September 2014.
Primary cast
- Claudia Karvan portraying Caroline Tivolli
- Justine Clarke as Bernadette Flynn
- Michelle Vergara Moore playing Chai Li Tivolli
- Shane Jacobson in the role of Luce Tivolli
- Stephen Curry as Herb
- William McInnes depicting Matt Tivolli
Also featuring
- Tony Barry as Ray Tivolli
- Sue Jones portraying Rosa Tivolli
- Anita Hegh in the role of Maryanne
- Elise MacDougall as Georgina 'Georgie' Tivolli
- Tully McGahey playing Tully Tivolli
- Frances McGahey as Frances Tivolli
- Thomas Fisher in the role of Carmody Tivolli
Supporting cast
- Pia Miranda appearing as Kristin Glaros (Seasons 1–2)
- Catherine McClements as Diana Southey (Season 2)
- Jessica McNamee portraying Lisa Montago (Season 2)
- Luke McGregor playing Luke (Seasons 1–2)
- Dave Lawson as Julian (Season 2)
- Mike McLeish in the role of Mickey Mac (Seasons 1–2)
- Dion Williams as Lachie (Seasons 1–2)
- Calen Mackenzie portraying Jesse Reid (Seasons 1–2)
- Cheree Cassidy as Alice McQueen (Seasons 1–2)
- Tina Bursill playing Lenore (Seasons 1–2)
- Michael Dorman appearing as Joel (Season 1)
- Kate Jenkinson in the role of Eloise (Season 1)
- Damian Walshe-Howling portraying Ewan (Season 1)
- Mick Molloy as Garrick Graham (Season 1)
Guest appearances
- Alex Papps featured as Tom Reid (2 episodes)
- Georgina Naidu playing Marla (4 episodes)
- Nicholas Bell as Caroline's lawyer (1 episode)
- Paula Arundell appearing as Chelsea (1 episode)
- Tony Nikolakopoulos portraying Anton (2 episodes)
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Nominee | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Logie Awards | Most Outstanding Drama Series | The Time of Our Lives | Template:Nom |
| Most Outstanding Actress | Claudia Karvan | Template:Nom |
External links
- Anderson, Doug Time of Our Lives, the Years That Made Us – TV review at Australia Cultureblog, the Guardian, 24 June 2013
- Official ABC website