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Ray Shoesmith is a father, ex-husband, boyfriend and best friend: tough roles to juggle in the modern age. Even harder when you’re a criminal for hire.

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Mr Inbetween | Official Series Trailer | FX

Cast

Brooke Satchwell

Creator:

Scott Ryan

Fist Air Date:

2018-09-25

Episode Runtime:

23m

Production Companies:

Jungle Entertainment, Blue-Tongue Films, Create NSW, Screen Australia, FX Productions

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aggressive dark comedy introspective macabre

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Vote Average: 8.3/10

Vote Count: 310 Votes

Show Popularity: 10.1333

Show Status: Ended

Show Type: Scripted

Spoken Languages: English

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- 24 April 2026 at 6:22 pm

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⭐ Insomniacs Rating: 9/10 THE SUMMARYThe Australian noir masterpiece that proves the scariest man in the room is usually the one with the politest smile. Mr Inbetween follows Ray Shoesmith (Scott Ryan), a hitman-for-hire who navigates the brutal underworld of Sydney while trying to be a sincere father, a loyal brother, and a decent boyfriend. Based on Ryan’s own 2005 mockumentary *The Magician*, the series is a gripping, half-hour masterclass in "less-is-more" storytelling. It wrapped up its three-season, 26-episode run as a completed archive, leaving fans with one of the most chillingly perfect final shots in television history. THE PROSScott Ryan is a 100% authentic revelation; his performance as Ray is a visceral mix of terrifying lethality and charming, everyday bloke-ness. The dialogue is a total win, capturing the rhythmic, witty cadence of Australian slang without ever feeling like a caricature. It is a gripping feat of tonal balance, moving from a hilarious argument about the etiquette of dim sims to a heart-wrenching scene involving Ray’s brother, Bruce (Nicholas Cassim), with effortless grace. It’s the "Go To" for gritty crime fans who want a protagonist with a regal, if distorted, moral code—Ray won't kill a kid, but he’ll certainly break the legs of someone who doesn't say "thank you." THE CONSIt hits a 9/10 only because I’m holding back that final point—though for most, it’s a 10. For some, the short runtime (roughly 25 minutes per episode) can feel a bit languid when you’re used to hour-long dramas, making the end of the 26-episode archive feel like a bit of a let-down just as you’re getting settled. It misses the higher mark because the final season’s transition into a darker, more isolated space for Ray was a total head-scratcher for those who preferred the lighter, "buddy-comedy" vibes of his interactions with Gary (Justin Rosniak). THE VERDICTA 9/10. It is a genuine, under-the-radar triumph that deserves a spot in the regal hall of fame alongside *The Sopranos* and *Breaking Bad*. It’s a bit of a maze trying to find another show that hits this hard, but as a complete archive, it is a crown jewel of Australian culture. As of now, Scott Ryan has largely stepped away from the spotlight to "let the boy cook" on new projects, ensuring that Ray Shoesmith remains a pristine, untouched legend of the "Magician" era. INSOMNIAC TRIVIA* The Smile: That iconic, terrifying grin Ray gives right before things go south is a sincere Scott Ryan trademark—it was the very first thing he developed for the character back in the late 90s.* Real Life Roots: Scott Ryan was a 100% authentic cabbie for 20 years while trying to get *The Magician* and *Mr Inbetween* made, which explains why the dialogue feels so lived-in and sincere.* Final Frame: The series finale ends with a witty, visceral fourth-wall break that fans have analyzed for years; it’s a regal "fuck you" to anyone who thought Ray was done with the life.* Directorial Eye: Every single episode was directed by Nash Edgerton, giving the entire three-season archive a consistent, cinematic look that is rare for a half-hour comedy-drama.* Socks are Important: In a witty bit of fan-favorite trivia, the "socks" argument between Ray and Gary became so iconic that it’s often cited as the 100% authentic benchmark for the show’s unique brand of humor. THE VIBELike a cold beer on a hot Sydney afternoon, right before a pub fight breaks out. It smells of salt air, cheap cigarettes, dim sims, and the distinct, metallic scent of a job that’s "just business."

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Season 1

6 Episodes

Air Date: 2018-09-25

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Season 2

11 Episodes

Air Date: 2019-09-12

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Season 3

9 Episodes

Air Date: 2021-05-25

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Mr Inbetween | Official Series Trailer | FX

Mr Inbetween | Season 1: Special Look | FX

Mr Inbetween | Season 1: First Look | FX

MR. INBETWEEN Trailer Season 1 (2018) fx Series

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Insomniacs Reviews
- 24 April 2026 at 7:22 PM

⭐ Insomniacs Rating: 9/10
THE SUMMARY
The Australian noir masterpiece that proves the scariest man in the room is usually the one with the politest smile. Mr Inbetween follows Ray Shoesmith (Scott Ryan), a hitman-for-hire who navigates the brutal underworld of Sydney while trying to be a sincere father, a loyal brother, and a decent boyfriend. Based on Ryan’s own 2005 mockumentary *The Magician*, the series is a gripping, half-hour masterclass in “less-is-more” storytelling. It wrapped up its three-season, 26-episode run as a completed archive, leaving fans with one of the most chillingly perfect final shots in television history.
THE PROS
Scott Ryan is a 100% authentic revelation; his performance as Ray is a visceral mix of terrifying lethality and charming, everyday bloke-ness. The dialogue is a total win, capturing the rhythmic, witty cadence of Australian slang without ever feeling like a caricature. It is a gripping feat of tonal balance, moving from a hilarious argument about the etiquette of dim sims to a heart-wrenching scene involving Ray’s brother, Bruce (Nicholas Cassim), with effortless grace. It’s the “Go To” for gritty crime fans who want a protagonist with a regal, if distorted, moral code—Ray won’t kill a kid, but he’ll certainly break the legs of someone who doesn’t say “thank you.”
THE CONS
It hits a 9/10 only because I’m holding back that final point—though for most, it’s a 10. For some, the short runtime (roughly 25 minutes per episode) can feel a bit languid when you’re used to hour-long dramas, making the end of the 26-episode archive feel like a bit of a let-down just as you’re getting settled. It misses the higher mark because the final season’s transition into a darker, more isolated space for Ray was a total head-scratcher for those who preferred the lighter, “buddy-comedy” vibes of his interactions with Gary (Justin Rosniak).
THE VERDICT
A 9/10. It is a genuine, under-the-radar triumph that deserves a spot in the regal hall of fame alongside *The Sopranos* and *Breaking Bad*. It’s a bit of a maze trying to find another show that hits this hard, but as a complete archive, it is a crown jewel of Australian culture. As of now, Scott Ryan has largely stepped away from the spotlight to “let the boy cook” on new projects, ensuring that Ray Shoesmith remains a pristine, untouched legend of the “Magician” era.
INSOMNIAC TRIVIA
* The Smile: That iconic, terrifying grin Ray gives right before things go south is a sincere Scott Ryan trademark—it was the very first thing he developed for the character back in the late 90s.
* Real Life Roots: Scott Ryan was a 100% authentic cabbie for 20 years while trying to get *The Magician* and *Mr Inbetween* made, which explains why the dialogue feels so lived-in and sincere.
* Final Frame: The series finale ends with a witty, visceral fourth-wall break that fans have analyzed for years; it’s a regal “fuck you” to anyone who thought Ray was done with the life.
* Directorial Eye: Every single episode was directed by Nash Edgerton, giving the entire three-season archive a consistent, cinematic look that is rare for a half-hour comedy-drama.
* Socks are Important: In a witty bit of fan-favorite trivia, the “socks” argument between Ray and Gary became so iconic that it’s often cited as the 100% authentic benchmark for the show’s unique brand of humor.
THE VIBE
Like a cold beer on a hot Sydney afternoon, right before a pub fight breaks out. It smells of salt air, cheap cigarettes, dim sims, and the distinct, metallic scent of a job that’s “just business.”

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