‘Reckless’ Begins Filming in Western Australia
The production of Reckless—a new darkly comedic thriller—is officially underway in Western Australia, brought to life by NITV, SBS, Screen Australia, Screenwest, and BBC Studios Productions Australia. Set against the textured backdrop of Fremantle, the series promises a captivating mix of gritty drama, razor‑sharp humour, and unapologetically Western Australian authenticity.
Lead Cast Announced
Leading the cast are Tasma Walton, celebrated for her roles in The Twelve and Mystery Road, alongside Hunter Page‑Lochard, whose powerful performances in The Newsreader and Critical Incident have earned him acclaim. The duo portray siblings forced to collaborate after an accidental hit‑and‑run, plunging them into a spiralling crisis that threatens to unravel their lives and their hometown.
Kodie Bedford Leads Creative Vision
At the helm creatively is Kodie Bedford, an Executive Producer and writer with credits including Return to Paradise and Mystery Road. Returning home to WA to spearhead this four‑part series, Bedford brings both local insight and fearless vision. “From day one, I wanted to make a bold show with audacious characters that felt unapologetically Western Australian,” she said. “I’m so bloody happy to be home telling this yarn with a team of creatives who have all shared the vision.”
Ensemble Cast Showcases Australian Talent
The cast also includes Jessica De Gouw, Clarence Ryan, Jane Harber, Tracy Mann, Duncan Fellows, Perry Mooney, Kelton Pell, Matthew Dyktynski, Paul Tassone, Peter Rowsthorn, Steve Le Marquand, and newcomer Maddie Young. Each brings depth and nuance to their roles, reinforcing Reckless as a showcase of Australian talent.
Creative Team Behind the Series
Directed by Beck Cole, known for Deadloch S1 & S2 and High Country, with Andy Walker producing and Kylie Washington overseeing executive production, the series promises strong storytelling shaped by diverse voices. Co‑executive producers Megan Palinkas and Beck Cole, along with co‑producer Fiona McConaghy and writer Stuart Page, complete the dynamic creative team.
Broadcaster Praise and Partnerships
According to NITV’s Dena Curtis and SBS’s Nakul Legha, Reckless is a sharp, thrilling, and darkly funny addition to both networks. They praise Bedford’s return and the strong partnerships across BBC Studios, Screen Australia, and Screenwest, noting this project as a significant step forward for SBS’s scripted slate, poised to captivate audiences later this year.
Inspired by Hit Scottish Series ‘Guilt’
Endorsed as an adaptation of the hit Scottish thriller Guilt—created by Neil Forsyth and premiered in 2019—Reckless reinvents the premise in a uniquely West Australian setting. With filming now underway, Fremantle’s streets and landscapes promise to provide a dramatic canvas for this unmissable thriller.
