Lockie Leonard is an Australian children's television series adapted from the Lockie Leonard books that first screened on the Nine Network on 19 June 2007. The series was filmed in Albany, Western Australia. A second series was filmed in 2009 and screened in 2010 in Australia, the UK and Ireland. Lockie Leonard was produced by Goalpost Pictures Australia and is distributed by the Australian Children's Television Foundation. The theme song "Worlds Away" is performed by Jebediah. Lockie Leonard premiered in the UK on Saturday 27 September 2008, as part of the long running children's Saturday morning programme TMi which airs from 09:00 to 10:30 on BBC Two. It ran for the first 12 episodes then continued to air on CBBC Channel. The show won the 2008 TV Week Logie Award for Best Children's Series, and star Sean Keenan was nominated for the Graham Kennedy Award for Most Outstanding New Talent. It won the 2007 AFI award for Best Children's Drama Series. The series was also nominated for the 2007 BAFTA Awards for Best International Children's Drama Series.
Cast: Rhys Muldoon, Briony Williams, Gracie Gilbert
26 episodes
- 1. The Human TorpedoLockie Leonard and his family arrive in their new town, Angelus. Lockie meets and get to know the locals, including Egg, a weird kid from the bogan tribe, and Vicki Streeton, the first girl he's ever met who causes him to forget how to speak. If it weren't for the great waves in Angelus, life would be looking pretty scary.TV-Y7CCJun 19, 2007
- 2. Stormy MondaysLockie's first day of high school runs exactly to plan... not! After quickly making an enemy, Lockie is an immediate target for all kinds of treatment at school.TV-Y7CCJun 20, 2007
- 3. Lockie Chickens OutMum decides it's time Lockie learns about his changing body. Meanwhile, Lockie continues to be a target and nearly loses the only friend he has.TV-Y7CCJun 21, 2007
- 4. To Cheat or Not To CheatWhen Lockie mouths off in maths class, Mum is called into the office. As usual, Mum blames herself and Lockie wonders if it would be easier for Mum if he was born a girl. Lockie and Egg stare temptation in the face when they find the answers to Old Squasher's mathematics test. Meanwhile, Sarge embarks on a war on sarcasm... that should be successful.TV-Y7CCJun 26, 2007
- 5. CyrilLockie questions why his dad Sarge insists on being so "different". It's hard enough fitting into a new town without Sarge drawing attention to the family - like insisting the thing they need is a pet sheep named Cyril.TV-Y7CCJun 27, 2007
- 6. A Water FeatureLockie's hormones cruise into town and create chaos, causing him to make a fool of himself in front of Vicki Streeton. All up, puberty is looking to be a bumpy ride for Lockie. Philip gains a new perspective on his problem when his grandparents visit.TV-Y7CCJun 28, 2007
- 7. Match of the DayAfter five weeks in Angelus, Lockie is still an outsider - how could this happen? Desperate to be one of the gang, Lockie takes up football.TV-Y7CCJul 3, 2007
- 8. The DetailsLockie Leonard is officially a teenager. But, hold on - do things feel any different? Everything does! Vicki Streeton kisses Lockie, promising to sort out "The Details" later.TV-Y7CCJul 4, 2007
- 9. Weird GenesAfter his disaster with Vicki, Lockie hibernates in his room for days. His family has had enough - poor Phillip has even broken into a rash.TV-Y7CCJul 5, 2007
- 10. MiraclesSuffering from Easter holidays boredom, Lockie decides it's time to teach Egg how to swim. But the boys get more then they bargained for when they discover the river is polluted.TV-Y7CCJul 10, 2007
- 11. X Marks the DotThanks to Phillip, breaking news about Lockie and Dot is spreading across Angelus like wildfire. Lockie is mortified.TV-Y7CCJul 11, 2007
- 12. Dog DaysLockie and Egg prepare for their public meeting to help save the river. At first, Lockie's committed to the cause... until Dot asks him to surf, that is.TV-Y7CCJul 12, 2007
- 13. It's Not You, It's MeLockie has some problems. First, he's decided to break up with Dot. It's just figuring out how that's tricky. Fortunately, Captain Chicken is on hand to help with his and Egg's efforts to stop the river polution. Meanwhile, Mum is acting weird, staring for hours at the TV.TV-Y7CCJul 17, 2007
- 14. Pure PoetryJust when life is finally uncomplicated, Lockie falls for Vicki Streeton all over again... and it's driving him to distraction. Mum and Sarge try to instill in Lockie the value of poetry. Lockie starts the Angelus High Board Riders Association but is challenged for top spot by Boof.TV-Y7CCJul 18, 2007
- 15. The Ladder Of LoveLockie and Vicki are back on. And unlike before, Lockie takes the public attention in his stride.TV-Y7CCJul 19, 2007
- 16. BrothersWhen dancing-challenged Lockie realises he's expected to bust some moves at the upcoming blue light disco, he takes his insecurities out on Phillip. Phillip is kept busy on a top secret assignment, "Project Lisa".TV-Y7CCJul 24, 2007
- 17. Swamp RatLockie is invited to go water-skiing with Vicki and her parents, and assures Vicki he's a good skier. In reality he has never skied before. Rev Egg's job is on the line when he is evaluated by assessors from the church. After having his heart broke, Phillip preoccupiers himself in trying to create better tasting green jelly babies.TV-Y7CCJul 25, 2007
- 18. Face The FearAfter a misunderstanding with Vicki, Lockie is thrust into a looming altercation with an older bogan. Lockie's mum must also face her fears when she is asked my Mrs Egg to pose for a sculpture — in the nude.TV-Y7CC30minJul 26, 2007
- 19. Lockie Takes The CakeLockie is stressed out. Out of the 365 days in the year, why did Vicky and Phillip have to be born on the same one? Desperate for money to buy two presents, Lockie and Egg try their hand at busking. Mum gets a new bread machine. Bead Boy helps make Vicky's birthday party truly unforgettable.TV-Y7CC30minJul 31, 2007
- 20. The Clock's TIckin'Lockie and a bunch of kids from school are off to John East's Camp Find Yourself. The clock's ticking for Egg as he faces a difficult decision about his future. Lockie's relationship with Vicky is put to the test.TV-Y7CC30minAug 1, 2007
- 21. Zig Zag HillWhen Mum becomes sick, Lockie is forced to be mature and responsible.TV-Y7CC30minAug 2, 2007
- 22. Angels And MonstersPhillip needs cheering up, so Lockie enters them in the Annual Angelus Fishing Competition.TV-Y7CC30minAug 7, 2007
- 23. Boredom BustersLockie and the family become the focus of small-town charity.TV-Y7CC30minAug 8, 2007
- 24. Barry Goes PopNan's cooking causes some hot air to rise in the Leonard house.TV-Y7CCAug 9, 2007
- 25. The Domino EffectNo synopsis available yet.TV-Y7CC30minAug 14, 2007
- 26. Joy... To The WorldNo synopsis available yet.TV-Y7CC30minAug 15, 2007
Lockie Leonard
Lockie Leonard is an Australian children's television series adapted from the Lockie Leonard books that first screened on the Nine Network on 19 June 2007. The series was filmed in Albany, Western Australia. A second series was filmed in 2009 and screened in 2010 in Australia, the UK and Ireland. Lockie Leonard was produced by Goalpost Pictures Australia and is distributed by the Australian Children's Television Foundation. The theme song "Worlds Away" is performed by Jebediah. Lockie Leonard premiered in the UK on Saturday 27 September 2008, as part of the long running children's Saturday morning programme TMi which airs from 09:00 to 10:30 on BBC Two. It ran for the first 12 episodes then continued to air on CBBC Channel. The show won the 2008 TV Week Logie Award for Best Children's Series, and star Sean Keenan was nominated for the Graham Kennedy Award for Most Outstanding New Talent. It won the 2007 AFI award for Best Children's Drama Series. The series was also nominated for the 2007 BAFTA Awards for Best International Children's Drama Series.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Jo Horsburgh
