Netflix Takes Worldwide Rights to Hugo Weaving Drama 'The Airport Chaplain'

Netflix has acquired worldwide rights outside Australia to Wooden Horse's eight-part drama "The Airport Chaplain," starring Hugo Weaving, per Deadline (28 July 2026). The series launches day-and-date with SBS on 26 August 2026 across 190-plus countries. Shabana Azeez co-stars; Elise McCredie created the show, filmed in Victoria. Season 2 development is already underway.