Small Town Scandal - Season 1

First aired: 2/9/2026 8 episodes

Tom Sainsbury brings his mockumentary true-crime podcast to the screen. The beloved comedian plays a disgraced journalist-turned-true-crime podcast host investigating the death of his millionaire uncle in a town filled with eccentric suspects.

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Episodes

Episode 1

1. A Giant has Fallen

Aired: 2/9/2026

When his uncle dies under suspicious circumstances, disgraced journalist Toby Buchanan sees the perfect story to launch his comeback podcast - and perhaps save his career.

Episode 2

2. A Connoisseur of Love

Aired: 2/9/2026

Toby's quiet probe into Aunty Janine's role in Uncle Mitch's death uncovers more than he expected. The revelation pulls him headfirst into the drug-laced, secret-riddled underbelly of Te Hoiho.

Episode 3

3. The Buchananiser Automated Lawnmowers (TM)

Aired: 2/16/2026

Toby crashes a swinger's party, where Aunty Janine is the undisputed belle of the ball. Surrounded by leather and chains, Toby believes this scene hides more than just late-night escapades.

Episode 4

4. Who Gets Mitch’s Money?

Aired: 2/16/2026

Uncle Mitch's funeral stirs up new suspects. Toby gets some alone time with his old school crush, Katie, and then receives his juiciest lead to date.

Episode 5

5. In Perfect Harmony

Aired: 2/23/2026

Toby pauses his investigation to have dinner with his old crush and her husband. Toby learns the police are now investigating Uncle Mitch's death - and their prime suspect is Bruce Buchanan.

Episode 6

6. Splattered Blood Runs Thicker Than Water

Aired: 2/23/2026

As the police close in, Toby helps his dad slip away. Digging deeper, Toby uncovers a key figure with a clear motive for murder.

7. The Devil Is In The Detail

Aired: 3/2/2026

8. The Pieces Fall Into Place

Aired: 3/2/2026