Underbelly: The Golden Mile
Underbelly Season 3 is a true crime drama series that explores the criminal landscape of the Sydney suburb of Kings Cross. Spanning the years between 1988 and 1999, the narrative arc focuses on the operations within the nightclub scene and the systemic corruption of police officers during this period. The season chronicles the events leading up to the 1995 Wood Royal Commission, documenting the activities of various
Season 3 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Underbelly is an Australian television series consisting of standalone seasons that each tell a unique story based on real-life events.
- The series is structured as a true crime drama that portrays the rise and fall of underworld figures from both sides of the law.
- Each season of the series is presented as a 13-episode run.
- The show explores the activities of criminal organizations and their interactions with law enforcement and public officials.
Season overview
Underbelly Season 3 is a true crime drama series that explores the criminal landscape of the Sydney suburb of Kings Cross. Spanning the years between 1988 and 1999, the narrative arc focuses on the operations within the nightclub scene and the systemic corruption of police officers during this period. The season chronicles the events leading up to the 1995 Wood Royal Commission, documenting the activities of various figures operating within this environment. Key individuals depicted in the series include John Ibrahim, Kim Hollingsworth, George Freeman, Lenny McPherson, and MP John Hatton. As a standalone story within the broader anthology, the season examines the rise and fall of these real-life underworld figures from the perspectives of both the criminals and those tasked with enforcing the law. The series maintains a focus on historical events, framing the power dynamics and illicit activities that defined the era in Kings Cross. By detailing the intersection of organized crime and institutional corruption, the season provides a dramatized account of the decade-long struggle for control in one of Australia's most notorious districts.
Episode Guide
Season 3 Progress Shield
Into the Mystic
Apr 11, 2010 · 60 min
Ambitious teenager John Ibrahim earns respect when he cheats death and buys into his first nightclub. Naive country girl Kim Hollingsworth takes her first steps into prostitution,
The Crucible
Apr 11, 2010 · 60 min
Corrupt detectives organise an elaborate drug "sting" for their own profit. Meanwhile, senior police fear rampant corruption could lead to a royal commission.
Kingdom Come
Apr 18, 2010 · 60 min
John Ibrahim dodges death after being shot, and gets some powerful career advice from George Freeman. Detective Trevor Haken strikes a profitable deal to control the drug trade in
Fall Guy
Apr 25, 2010
Kim Hollingsworth organises a strip show for a police charity. Smalltime bouncer Benny Kassab has an audacious plan to become King of the Cross. Bill and Louis Bayeh fight off thre
Saving Face
May 9, 2010
Louis Bayeh vows to avenge the drive-by shooting of his house. Debbie Webb becomes a whistleblower on police corruption, with shocking results. Kim Hollingsworth plans revenge on a
Women In Uniform
May 9, 2010
Corrupt cop Dennis Kelly tries to further his career by joining the National Crime Authority. With her career in tatters, whistleblower Debbie Webb makes a fateful decision to join
Full Force Gale
May 16, 2010
John Ibrahim is under pressure following a spate of gang violence on the Golden Mile. Debbie Webb finds a powerful ally in her fight against police corruption. Kim Hollingsworth te
Crossroads
May 23, 2010
Kim Hollingsworth finally reaches breaking point when her friend Wanda is found dead. Politician John Hatton achieves his goal of a Royal Commission into police corruption, and the
Dog Eat Dog
May 30, 2010
Under pressure from the Royal Commission, Trevor Haken's paranoia reaches new heights. Drug boss Benny Kassab suspects a rat in the ranks, with deadly results. Police cadet Kim Hol
Hurt On Duty
Jun 6, 2010
Supergrass Trevor Haken risks everything to gather evidence against his mates. Chook Fowler takes bizarre steps to avoid testifying on police corruption. Kim Hollingsworth's police
Beauty and the Beast
Jun 13, 2010
Corrupt cop Dennis Kelly betrays his best mate to the Royal Commission, with tragic results. Gerry Lloyd makes a deadly deal with drug boss Shaka to expose corruption on the Golden
The Good Lieutenant
Jun 20, 2010
Danny "DK" Karam recruits his own private army to terrorise the Golden Mile. Ruthless newcomer Doc Kanaan stages a bloody coup to seize control of the drug trade from DK. With the
Alpha and Omega
Jun 27, 2010
In the explosive final episode, Doc Kanaan plots to kill John Ibrahim and gain control of the Golden Mile. Joe Dooley and Strike Force Lancer smash DK's Boys and restore order to K