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Housos is an Australian comedy series that satirizes the lives of low-income residents in the fictional suburb of Sunnyvale. Created by Paul Fenech, the show portrays the experiences of individuals living in Housing Commission public housing, using humor to comment on social issues related to poverty and government authority.
The series first aired in 2011 on SBS One and gained popularity for its bold and irreverent take on Australian society. In addition to the television series, a film titled Housos vs. Authority was released on 1 November 2012, further expanding the narrative and characters introduced in the show. A second series was announced on 9 September 2012 and premiered on 22 July 2013.
Why Watch
- •Meet the quirky residents of Sunnyvale.
- •See how humor tackles social issues.
- •Follow the antics of Housing Commission tenants.
Did You Know
•Housos first aired on 2011 on SBS One.
•The film Housos vs. Authority was released on 1 November 2012.
•A second series of Housos premiered on 22 July 2013.
•The total duration of the series is 900 minutes.
Perfect For
Australian comedy fansSocial satire enthusiastsViewers of public housing stories