Netflix Acquires Australian Doc Series '2.6 Seconds: Death In The Outback' Ahead Of TIFF Bow
Netflix has snapped up the Australian documentary series 2.6 Seconds: Death in the Outback globally, ahead of its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
Four-Part Series Examines Fatal Shooting
The four-part series, produced by Blackfella Films for SBS and NITV, examines the events and far-reaching repercussions of two fatal shots fired in 2.6 seconds that ended the life of 19-year-old Kumanjayi Walker. It sparked a national debate over justice, policing, and race in Australia.
The series is the only documentary among the ten selected for TIFF’s Primetime program.
Premiere on Netflix in Early 2027
Directed by Darren Dale, the series will premiere on Netflix globally in early 2027. The writer is Andrew Boe, and Dale also produces alongside Jacob Hickey as executive producer.
Darren Dale, Blackfella Films Producer, expressed his enthusiasm:
"2.6 Seconds" is a shocking story about the collision of race and power that is uniquely Australian but one I’ve always believed also has global resonance. Netflix coming on board ahead of our TIFF premiere is confirmation of that belief and I cannot wait to see how international audiences respond to this powerful series.
Amanda Duthie, Content Director at Netflix ANZ, added:
Some stories stay with you long after the screening, and 2.6 Seconds is one of those. Netflix is honoured to bring this deeply moving Australian documentary to Netflix audiences around the world, giving a powerful and important story the opportunity to resonate far beyond our shores.
2.6 Seconds is a co-commission between SBS and NITV with major production investment from Screen Australia’s First Nations Department.