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800 Words

800 Words

Description: George Turner, a widowed father, quits his job as an 800 word columnist for a reputed newspaper. However, his two teenage children get worried about their future after they get to know it.
Genre: Horror, Comedy, Drama, Family
Year Released: 2015
Number of seasons: 3
Number of episodes: 40
Awards: Logie Award for Most Outstanding Newcomer - Actress, Logie Award for Most Popular Actor
Networks: Seven Network, TVNZ 1
Nominations: Logie Award for Best New Talent, MORE
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