Based on the non-fiction book by Baltimore Sun reporter Justin Fenton, We Own This City chronicles the rise and fall of the Baltimore Police Department’s Gun Trace Task Force and the insidious corruption that leads to its demise. Created to get rid of guns and violent criminals off the streets, the task force abused their authority by skimming from the drug busts they made.
They also schemed to rob people and violate their rights by conducting baseless searches, planting fake evidence, and stealing thousands worth of cash found in private residences. You can find out how and when to watch episodes of the show in Australia using this guide.
What’s in this Guide?
We Own This City TV show preview
In this upcoming series, Jon Bernthal (The Walking Dead, The Punisher) stars as Sgt. Wayne Jenkins, the leader of the Gun Trace Task Force in the Baltimore Police Department. Jenkins is perhaps the central figure in the sprawling federal corruption case against the Gun Trace Task Force in 2018.
The book’s TV adaptation further delves into the corruption of the officers involved and their eventual trial that shook the American city, harming the judicial foundation it was based on. For years, Jenkins and his team had been lauded as central figures in the city’s fight against crime and drugs. However, policies on drug prohibition and mass arrest overshadowed and trampled down the actual police work, leading to abuse of power and injustice.
The show is created and written by The Wire’s David Simon and George Pelecanos and directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green (Joe Bell, King Richard). Green is also co-executive producer alongside Nina Kostroff Noble, Ed Burns and Kary Antholis. Joining Jon Bernthal are Wunmi Mosaku as Nicole Steele, a lawyer for the Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice and Jamie Hector as Sean M. Suiter, a Baltimore city homicide detective who testified before a federal grand jury. Check out the complete cast and their characters below.
We Own This City TV show cast
When did We Own This City air?
Based on a true story, the six-episode series premiered in Australia on 26th April 2022 with new episodes streaming weekly. BINGE has already announced the show as part of its April line-up. As an HBO exclusive, Foxtel and Foxtel Now also launched the series as well, which concluded on 31st May 2022.
| Show | Available | Streaming Services |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 1 | On Demand | BINGE / Foxtel |
| Episode 2 | On Demand | BINGE / Foxtel |
| Episode 3 | On Demand | BINGE / Foxtel |
| Episode 4 | On Demand | BINGE / Foxtel |
| Episode 5 | On Demand | BINGE / Foxtel |
| Episode 6 | On Demand | BINGE / Foxtel |
How many seasons are there?
The show has been announced as a miniseries based on Justin Fenton’s non-fiction book of the same name, which explores the federal corruption case against Baltimore Police Department’s Gun Trace Task Force across six episodes. It also examines the consequential moral collapse endured by the city.
Which streaming services show We Own This City?
In the US, the new series airs on HBO and HBO Max. In Australia, Foxtel owns the broadcasting rights to air HBO programs, alongside the streaming services Foxtel Now and BINGE. Check out which streaming services the TV series is available for streaming with the information below.
| Streaming Services | We Own This City |
|---|---|
| BINGE | Yes |
| Foxtel | Yes |
| Foxtel from Telstra | Yes |
| Foxtel Now | Yes |
| Amazon Prime Video | No |
| Disney Plus | No |
| Paramount Plus | No |
| Netflix | No |
| Stan | No |
| Apple TV+ | No |
| Free to air | No |
You can also check out this streaming TV guide to search for other shows and which streaming services they’re on.
How to watch We Own This City TV show
The crime drama will premiere on Foxtel via FOX Showcase and BINGE. In Australia, FOX Showcase is available via Foxtel, Foxtel Now, or Foxtel from Telstra. The good news is that the basic Foxtel Plus bundle already includes FOX Showcase, allowing you to access over 50 channels of drama, lifestyle, docos, reality and more. For Foxtel Now users, FOX Showcase is part of the base Essentials pack. Foxtel owns HBO’s programming rights in Australia so it won’t be available on free-to-air. For streamers, the show will also premiere on BINGE.
Stream We Own This City on BINGE
FeaturedCan’t wait to see an engrossing series? The wait is soon to be over as the show debuts in Australia via BINGE. Every episode will be available with the streaming TV platform on demand so you can watch later.
With a 14-day free trial, you can instantly start your crime drama binge, giving you plenty of time to take advantage of free streaming for the first 14 days. After your trial period expires, you will be able to pick from three different BINGE plans.
A Basic subscription costs $10 per month and allows you to stream in Standard Definition on one device. A Standard Plan is $16 per month and enables you to enjoy in standard or high definition on two devices. The BINGE Premium Plan ($18 per month) is the last alternative, allowing you to stream on up to four screens/devices in SD or HD. BINGE plans are all ad-free. All three plans are subject to cancellation at any time.
Stream We Own This City on Foxtel Now
A great alternative to stream We Own This City HBO series is Foxtel Now, which offers a free 10-day trial. Every Foxtel Now channel pack allows you to watch shows online and on the go via the Foxtel Go app. After your free trial ends, 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.
Watch We Own This City on Telstra
Telstra customers can access Foxtel or Foxtel Now channels by simply adding either service to their accounts. You can watch the show and even save on plan fees with Foxtel or BINGE Telstra offers. 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. The BINGE Telstra offer gives you the first three months of your subscription absolutely free when you sign up via Telstra!
We Own This City trailer
The trailer for the upcoming crime drama, We Own This City, is finally here. Check it out below.
Other TV shows on Foxtel and BINGE
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New titles are added each and every week so the choice is never an issue. These include hits like The Girl Before, Peacemaker, Euphoria, and The Walking Dead. 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 the TV series with BINGE, Foxtel and Foxtel Now.
Devices supported on Foxtel/Foxtel Go
- PC/Mac: Yes – Web browser only (Chrome for PC; Chrome & Safari for Mac)
- iOS: Yes – Devices with iOS 11 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
- Apple TV: Yes – 4th Gen or higher; tvOS 15+
- Telstra TV: Yes – TTV1 (4200TL), TTV2 (4700TL) and TTV3 (4701TL)
- 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 2020-2023 models
- Gaming Consoles: Yes – PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox (Series X, Series S, One S and One X)
