2026
Join a cast of nine remakable Kiwis with disabilities as they shoot for the moon. Their ambitions are huge but so are the obstacles. Made with the support of NZ on Air.
Jerk follows the life of acclaimed stand up Tim Renkow, who plays a heightened version of himself; an American art school dropout who needs to get a visa to stay in the UK. The only problem is that Tim has cerebral palsy. This means that people judge him… all the time. Although usually they judge him wrongly, because what they don’t realise is that inside that severely disabled, vulnerable body is a bit of an asshole.
Astrid Nielsen works in the library of the judicial police. She has Asperger's syndrome. With an incredible memory, she excels at analyzing files of ongoing investigations. The district commander decides to use it to the fullest, entrusting her with very complex investigations which have remained unsolved to date.
A weekly magazine that offers a rare glimpse into the daily lives of people with disabilities, both at work and at home.
Kohei, a deaf university student, meets Taichi, an optimistic classmate who volunteers to take notes for Kohei's lectures in exchange for food. As they grow closer, their friendship blossoms into love.
Hannah Quinn, who works monitoring the CCTV on a rough estate, sets off to solve a murder that she witnesses.
Simon and Alex have founded a management consulting firm. Simon takes pride in his professional success and Alex, who is very attached to his traditional values, takes his in his family. Their friendship is suddenly put to the test when Alex is paralyzed in a serious accident.
Follow job seekers with conditions such as autism or Tourette Syndrome as they work to overcome obstacles and find fulfilling employment that provides them with the skills to excel long term in their careers.
Jewelry designer Liang Qiao Qiao's first job was to be the personal assistant of Jin Mo Qing, the blind president of the jewelry empire, and taking care of his daily life. Soon the couple fall in love with each other. However, things get complicated when Qiao Qiao discovers her boss's secret.
Rosie Jones is on a mission to help disabled people plan fun-filled adventures. With her comedian pals in tow, Rosie visits places across the UK to compile a guide to the accessible British vacation.
