A Beloved Romcom Returns for Its Final Season
Colin From Accounts, the Australian romantic comedy that has charmed audiences worldwide, returns for its third and final season. The show, created by and starring real-life couple Harriet Dyer and Patrick Brammall, continues to deliver the perfect blend of humor and heart that made it a standout. The season picks up three years after the cliffhanger ending of season two, where Gordon proposed to Ashley in front of a crowd, only to be met with a reluctant "We can talk about this later."
A Time Jump and a Fresh Start
The new season opens with a time jump of three years. Ashley is now a practicing doctor, while Gordon has sold his brewery and made poor investment choices. Their paths cross again when Gordon visits for a medical checkup, revealing they haven't seen each other since the failed proposal. The tension between them is palpable, with stilted dialogue reflecting their awkward reunion. Gordon quips, "Turns out axe throwing and drinking don't mix," a line that exemplifies the show's ability to blend comedy with emotional weight.
New Partners and Old Chemistry
Both characters have moved on with new partners. Ashley is dating David (Thomas Cocquerel), who is allergic to dogs—a clear red flag in a show centered around a beloved border terrier. Gordon's girlfriend, Chelsea (Nikki Shiels), is intense and confrontational, telling Gordon, "You haven't even seen full on. I have done a lot of therapy to stop you seeing full on." These new relationships serve as placeholders, reinforcing the central question: will they or won't they end up together?
Strong Supporting Cast and Consistent Writing
The supporting characters remain a highlight. Gordon's friends Chiara (Genevieve Hegney) and Brett (Michael Logo) provide comic relief, while Ashley's parents, Lynelle (Helen Thomson) and Lee (Darren Gilshenan), are still involved in the absurd men's rights group Women Against Women Against Men (WAWAM). The writing, by Dyer and Brammall, maintains the high standard of previous seasons, balancing laugh-out-loud moments with genuine drama. Co-directors Trent O'Donnell and Madeleine Dyer keep the pacing effortless.
Conclusion and Availability
Only the first four episodes of eight were made available for review, but the series shows no signs of losing its charm. Colin From Accounts remains one of television's most endearing romcoms. The first two episodes air in Australia on Foxtel at 8.30pm on 27 July and stream on Binge, with new episodes weekly. UK and US airdates are yet to be announced.
