When loner Lucky Flynn gets word that his mother is dying, he decides to travel across Australia, taking nothing but an old upright piano as company. But in the middle of the Australian desert, he meets a runaway teenager and together they create an unlikely bond.
Upright TV series was a breakout success when it premiered, prompting a second season. It stars comedian Tim Minchin, who won the Best Comedy Performer at the AACTA Awards for his role, alongside Milly Alcock, now a mega star thanks to her portrayal of the young Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen in House of the Dragon.
Returning for a brand new instalment, the much anticipated Season 2 of Upright premieres in November in Australia, and using the information in this guide you won’t have to miss a key moment.
What’s in this Guide?
Upright Season 2 preview
A fresh adventure is brewing with the announcement of Upright returning for a new instalment. Tim Minchin and Milly Alcock reunite as the misfit duo Lucky and Meg, but unlike their destination in the first season, Upright Season 2 will have them journeying the Far North Queensland. Joining the production team of the new season is acclaimed actor, writer and director Mirra Foulkes, as confirmed by Foxtel executive director of television, Brian Walsh. Season 2 will also feature additional writers, including Niki Aken, Ian Meadows, and Natesha Somasundaram.
Upright Season 2 is a collaboration between Lingo Pictures, Foxtel, and Sky UK. Screen Australia in association with Screen Queensland and with support from Screen NSW and Cutting Edge provided substantial production investment. Producing the show’s season 2 are Jason Stephens and Queensland producer Meg O’Connell (Robbie Hood), as well as Lingo Pictures’ Helen Bowden as executive producer.
A heartwarming adventure that’s also packed with feel-good humour, Upright S2 finally premieres in Australia this November as Lucky and Meg hit the road, again, to probably wild and hilarious results, again. The mission this time? To find Meg’s mum.
Upright Season 2 trailer
Check out the Upright Season 2 trailer now available for viewing.
How many seasons of Upright are there?
There are two seasons of Upright as of this writing, with the new eight-episode season 2 scheduled to premiere on Foxtel on Tuesday, 15th November 2022. While waiting for the much-awaited premiere of Season 2, those who haven’t seen Upright Season 1 can access all eight episodes of the series on Foxtel, Foxtel Now, and BINGE on demand. With its three-year hiatus, even those who have watched the first season might probably want to watch it again.
| Seasons | Released | Streaming Services |
|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 2019 | Foxtel Now / BINGE |
| Season 2 | 2022 | Foxtel Now / BINGE |
Upright Season 2 release date
Earlier this year, Foxtel and Lingo pictures announced that production for Season 2 has commenced. After nearly three years of waiting for the new season, Foxtel has finally announced that the second season of the acclaimed comedy drama is happening on 15th November 2022 on Foxtel’s FOX Showcase with two new episodes streaming weekly. Just like Season 1, the second season will also consist of eight episodes, continuing Lucky and Meg’s road trip adventures. Meanwhile, BINGE drops all episodes on the same day.
| Upright S2 | Foxtel Now | BINGE |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 1 | 15th November 2022 | 15th November 2022 |
| Episode 2 | 15th November 2022 | 15th November 2022 |
| Episode 3 | 22nd November 2022 | 15th November 2022 |
| Episode 4 | 22nd November 2022 | 15th November 2022 |
| Episode 5 | 29th November 2022 | 15th November 2022 |
| Episode 6 | 29th November 2022 | 15th November 2022 |
| Episode 7 | 6th December 2022 | 15th November 2022 |
| Episode 8 | 6th December 2022 | 15th November 2022 |
How to watch the Upright TV series in Australia?
Starring critically acclaimed musician Tim Minchin and now international star Milly Alcock, the second season of Upright premieres on Foxtel via FOX Showcase, which is available via Foxtel, Foxtel Now, or Foxtel from Telstra. Previous episodes from Season 1 are also available to watch on demand on Foxtel Now and BINGE.
To watch on Foxtel, you have several choices, including subscribing to the Foxtel Plus pack to access the FOX Showcase channel, which Foxtel offers as its cheapest package. Foxtel Plus gives you access to over 50 channels of entertainment, drama, lifestyle, docos, reality and more. The Upright TV series isn’t available on free to air.
Stream Upright Season 2 on BINGE
The new season can also be streamed on BINGE, which offers a 14-day free trial to watch episodes on-demand. After your trial period has expired, you will be able to pick from three different BINGE plans. A Basic subscription costs $10 per month and allows you to watch in Standard Definition on one device.
A Standard Plan is $16 per month and enables you to watch in standard or high definition on two devices. The BINGE Premium Plan ($18 per month) is the last alternative, allowing you to watch on up to four screens/devices in SD or HD. BINGE plans are all ad-free and are subject to cancellation at any time.
Stream Upright Season 2 on Foxtel Now
You can instantly stream Upright Season 2 when you sign up for a free 10-day trial with Foxtel Now. Every Foxtel Now channel pack allows you to watch shows online and on the go via the Foxtel Go app. After your free trial period expires, the Foxtel Now base pack called Essentials pack is only $25 per month. Premium packs like Drama Extra, Sport, and Movies can be added to your base plan. You will need to add the Movies pack in order to access Foxtel’s movie channels.
Watch Upright Season 2 on Telstra
You can also watch Seasons 1 & 2 of the TV series on selected streaming services through Telstra. Telstra customers can access Foxtel or Foxtel Now channels by simply adding either service to their accounts. You can even save on plan fees with Foxtel.
Foxtel from Telstra (including Foxtel Now from Telstra) offers the exact same programming as a standard Foxtel service but is often available at a reduced monthly cost. With the Foxtel Now from Telstra offer, you can also watch the show on the move using the Foxtel Go app.
On the other hand, the BINGE from Telstra offer lets you enjoy BINGE Standard from only $5 per month for 12 months when you sign up via Telstra or get 2 months free!
Upright TV series cast
Upright is developed by Tim Minchin alongside Leon Ford, Kate Mulvany, and Chris Taylor. It also stars the brilliant Tim Minchin with Milly Alcock, Ella Scott Lynch, and Heather Mitchell, all returning to reprise their characters in Season 2.
Other returning cast members are Ella Scott Lynch (Amazing Grace), Daniel Lapaine (Five Bedrooms), Daniel Frederiksen (Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries) and Asmara Feik (The True History of the Kelly Gang). Australian icons Noni Hazlehurst and Jessica McNamee are also joining the cast for the second season.
Check out the complete cast of Upright with their characters below.
Other TV shows on Foxtel and BINGE
The Foxtel Now and BINGE library is home to a huge range of the best BINGE TV shows and movies for all tastes and ages from around the world. From drama and action to thriller shows and documentaries, you’re never short of something to watch, all created by the biggest names in entertainment. Want to access hundreds of TV shows and movies? Watch instantly with a Foxtel, Foxtel Now or BINGE subscription.
New titles are added each and every week so the choice is never an issue. These include hits like Euphoria, The Walking Dead, and Game of Thrones. We have made a few more suggestions when it comes to what’s on Foxtel below so there’s always something to search and watch.
Streaming devices for Foxtel and BINGE
Here is a list of compatible devices that you can use to stream Upright TV series episodes with Foxtel and Foxtel Now, as well as BINGE.
Devices supported on Foxtel/Foxtel Go
- PC/Mac: Yes – Web browser only (Chrome for PC; Chrome & Safari for Mac)
- iOS: Yes – Devices with iOS 9.35 or above
- Android: Yes – Devices with Android 5.0 and above (Android 13 beta versions are not supported)
- Google Chromecast: Yes – Via casting (only on Multiroom service)
- Google Nest: Yes – Via compatible Chromecast device connected or built-in to your TV
- Apple TV: Yes – Via AirPlay (only on Multiroom service)
- Smart TVs: Yes – Via casting only (only on Multiroom service)
Devices supported on BINGE
- PC/Mac: Yes – Web browser only (Chrome, Safari, Firefox and Edge); supported on
MacOS : 10.12+ & Windows: 10+ - iOS Mobile Devices: Yes – iOS15+ including Apple iPhones/iPads
- Android Mobile Devices: Yes – Android Phone/Tablets OS 8+
- Google Chromecast: Yes – Chromecast Ultra, Chromecast 3rd Generation + & Chromecast w/ Google TV
- Google TV Streamer: Yes
- Apple TV: Yes – 4th Gen or higher; tvOS 15+
- Hubbl small device: Yes
- Hubbl Glass: Yes
- Amazon Fire TV Stick: Yes
- Android TV: Yes – OS version 8.0+ and above on selected devices
- Samsung TV: Yes – 2017 models or later
- LG TV: Yes – selected 2018 models or later
- Hisense TV: Yes – selected 2020-2024 models
- Gaming Consoles: Yes – PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox (Series X, Series S, One S and One X)
