Frayed

About Frayed

Frayed, a British-Australian television comedy drama series, first aired in 2020 and caught the attention of viewers with its interesting plot and distinctly relatable characters. The series is set in 1989 and follows the journey of a wealthy London housewife who is forced to return to her hometown in Australia after her husband's tragic death reveals they're broke.

Making / Production

Frayed is a production of Merman Television, Guesswork Television, and ABC Australia. The series was created and written by Australian comedian Sarah Kendall, who also stars in the lead role. The screenplay beautifully brings out the nuances of raw human emotions and has left audiences in stitches. It's an authentic exploration of class and wealth disparity, pride, and the power of past skeletons.

Actors

• Sarah Kendall as Sammy Cooper: The creator of the series, Sarah, also plays the lead role as Sammy, exploring the complexities and comic absurdities her character faces when she's forced to reassess her life.
• Matt Passmore as Chris: Filled with charisma, Matt brilliantly portrays Chris, a former love interest Sammy encounters upon her return home.
• Robert Webb as Rufus: Rufus, played by Robert Webb, Sammy's neurotic brother, brings a whole new layer to the series with his complicated family dynamics.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The show is actually set in Newcastle, Australia, but most of the scenes were shot in London and Sydney
• Sarah Kendall is not only the star, but also the creator and main writer of Frayed

Quotes

• "Life throws us curve balls, but it's how we handle it."
• "I'm broke, not poor. There's a difference."
• "Going backwards to go forward, that's what life is all about."

Music, Soundtrack

• The series features an array of hits from the '80s, perfectly setting the ambiance and mood of each scene.
• Music by Benni Knop and Matteo Zingales enhances the viewing experience with tracks impeccably aligning with the narrative.