Series synopsis
Nothing Trivial is a drama comedy television series that premiered on TVNZ 1 on July 20, 2011. It ended on March 8, 2014. It stars Shane Cortese, Tandi Wright, Blair Strang and Nicole Whippy.
Nothing Trivial is funny, warm and romantic and about people at a crossroads in their lives, particularly when it comes to finding that significant other to love and grow old with. It’s about people trying to find the answers to life’s big questions, while answering a whole lot of small and trivial ones… and winning the bar tab while they’re at it!
Premise
Nothing Trivial is funny, warm and romantic and about people at a crossroads in their lives, particularly when it comes to finding that significant other to love and grow old with. It’s about people trying to find the answers to life’s big questions, while answering a whole lot of small and trivial ones… and winning the bar tab while they’re at it!
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Shane Cortese as Mac Delany
- Tandi Wright as Catherine Duvall
- Blair Strang as Brian King
- Nicole Whippy as Michelle Hardcastle
- Debbie Newby as Emma Wedgewood
- Will Hall as Cory
- Katherine Kennard as Jo Delany
- Jason Hoyte as Smudge
Supporting cast
- Aaron Ward as Quizmaster
- Simon Mead as Noah Delany
- Manon Blackman as Celeste Duvall
- Dylan Holmes as Noah Delany
Guest cast
- Britta Brandt as Paula
- Mile Fane as Charisma
- Joshua Randall as Constable Steve
- Madeleine Lynch as Belinda
- Monique Bree as Stacey
- Jacqui Nauman as Amber Jane
- Cristina Șerban-Ionda as Lana
- Katrina Wesseling as Tammy
- Katrina Wesseling as Tammy
- Gwendoline Taylor as Constable Orlich
Episodes
This series spans 3 seasons with 40 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 13 | July 20, 2011 | October 12, 2011 |
| Season 2 | 13 | August 26, 2012 | November 18, 2012 |
| Season 3 | 14 | September 11, 2013 | March 8, 2014 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Who was the lady love of John Wayne Bobbitt? | July 20, 2011 |
| 2 |
What Colour Is A Bichon Frise? It's game on as Michelle goes into battle with her ex for what she loves most; Mac takes on his nemesis; and Emma breaks her losing streak. |
July 27, 2011 |
| 3 |
Who Performed The 1987 Hit Song Time Of My Life? Brian has the chance to recapture his past and the girl of his dreams, and Mac goes head to head with family, career — and quiz team Rankin. |
August 3, 2011 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Leopards changing their spots is in which book of the bible? Sex On A Stick prepare for the finals, as Mac battles a cunning foe, and Brian’s virtue is tested... |
August 26, 2012 |
| 2 |
Who was mad, bad and dangerous to know? Brian and Emma face the attack of the parents, and Michelle finds her evil nemesis needs her help. |
September 2, 2012 |
| 3 |
How did the Emperor Tamarin get its name? Catherine and Mac face parent traps, as Catherine fears for Celeste, and Mac goes to war with Jo over custody. |
September 9, 2012 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
In Kramer vs Kramer, who played the divorcing couple? Mac plays hero, as Brian plays the field. Emma has a new partner, and Michelle a mystery man. |
September 11, 2013 |
| 2 |
Carrots Improve Your Eyesight, True Or False Catherine keeps a secret from Mac, as Michelle hides a liaison with an old flame. |
September 18, 2013 |
| 3 |
Who Said 'As Long as You Know Men Are Like Children, You Know Everything?' Michelle battles an enemy, as Brian goes out on a limb to save what he loves most. |
September 25, 2013 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | TVNZ 1 |
|---|---|
| First aired | July 20, 2011 |
| Last aired | March 8, 2014 |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Wednesday at 20:30:00 |