Big Brother (AU) (2001)

In a fascinating blend of reality and voyeuristic entertainment, Big Brother (AU) plunges twelve strangers into an intense, self-contained microcosm of society, where every move is scrutinized under the relentless gaze of 25 watchful cameras. The contestants are sealed within a purpose-built house, stripped of all contact with the outside world for a gruelling period of 85 days. Their only companions are each other and the omnipresent entity known as Big Brother, silently observing every interaction, every alliance, every clash. The stakes are high, with a tantalizing cash prize of $250,000 waiting for the last person standing. But victory is not easily won; it comes at a price. Contestants must navigate the tricky waters of communal living, their relationships both a lifeline and a potential threat. Each week, they nominate three of their own for potential eviction, but the final verdict rests in the hands of the viewers, who cast their votes via a public phone-in, their decisions shrouded in mystery to the housemates. The conditions within the house are basic, but the contestants can earn additional funds to supplement their meagre rations by undertaking weekly assignments. These challenges, crafted to test their unity and team spirit, add another layer of intrigue to the unfolding drama. As the days pass, the numbers dwindle, tensions rise, and alliances shift, the residents remain oblivious to their public personas and the impact they're making on the world beyond their secluded sanctuary. Big Brother (AU) is a gripping 'docu-soap', where the human drama of survival, competition, and camaraderie unfolds against the backdrop of the uncanny Big Brother house. The contestants are not just players, but characters in their own right, their personalities laid bare for the world to see. Only one will emerge victorious, but all will have had a profound journey, living out this real-life drama under the constant watch of Big Brother and an engrossed audience.

Big Brother (AU) is a reality show featuring Sonia Kruger.

Big Brother (AU) is currently streaming on Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel .