*Mystery Road: Origin* travels back to 1999 to reveal the backstory of iconic detective Jay Swan. Portrayed by a compelling Mark Coles Smith, a young Jay returns to his outback hometown of Jardine as a new police constable. He is immediately caught in a complex web of crime, family secrets, and deep-seated racial tension. While investigating a series of bold robberies, Jay finds himself torn between his duty to the law and his loyalty to his estranged father and the local Indigenous community. The series masterfully explores the formative events that shaped the determined, quiet detective from the original films and series. This powerful crime drama has ended, but sign up for a reminder just in case it returns.
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Mystery Road: Origin is an Australian crime drama series that aired on ABC (AU). The show serves as a prequel to the original Mystery Road series, exploring the early career of Indigenous detective Jay Swan. Set in 1999, it follows Jay as he takes his first posting in a small outback town and begins investigating crimes that reveal deep secrets within the local community. The story dives into themes of justice, family, and cultural identity while showcasing stunning rural landscapes. With gripping mysteries and strong performances, Mystery Road: Origin offers insight into what shaped one of Australia’s most iconic TV detectives. The show has ended, but sign up for a reminder just in case it returns with more stories about Detective Swan’s journey.
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It’s 1999, and Constable Jay Swan, a charismatic young officer arrives at his new station. Fresh from the city and tipped for big things, Jay might be the new copper, but he’s not new to this town. His estranged father Jack lives here, as does the woman who will change his life forever, Mary. Mystery Road: Origin will explore how a tragic death, an epic love, and the brutal reality of life as a police officer straddling two worlds, form the indelible mould out of which will emerge, Detective Jay Swan.
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