800 Words_
A recently widowed father, quits his job as a popular 800 word columnist for a top selling Sydney newspaper. Over the internet he buys a house on an impulse in a remote New Zealand seaside town. He then has to break the news to his two teenage kids who just lost their mum, and now face an even more uncertain future. But the colourful and inquisitive locals ensure his dream of a fresh start does not go to plan.
Created By
Maxine Fleming, James Griffin
Network
Seven Network
Episodes
40
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Overview
800 Words has 3 seasons with 40 episodes spanning 2015-2018.
Erik Thomson →
Year context
800 Words first aired 11 years ago in 2015.
SEASONS (3 seasons, 40 episodes)
SEASON 1
SEASON 2
SEASON 3
SERIES INFO
3
Seasons
40
Episodes
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Maxine Fleming
Creator
James Griffin
NETWORKS (1)
Seven Network
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 800 Words about?
A recently widowed father, quits his job as a popular 800 word columnist for a top selling Sydney newspaper. Over the internet he buys a house on an impulse in a remote New Zealand seaside town. He then has to break the news to his two teenage kids who just lost their mum, and now face an even more uncertain future. But the colourful and inquisitive locals ensure his dream of a fresh start does not go to plan.
How many seasons does 800 Words have?
800 Words has 3 seasons with 40 episodes total.
Who created 800 Words?
800 Words was created by Maxine Fleming and James Griffin.
Who stars in 800 Words?
The cast of 800 Words includes Erik Thomson, Melina Vidler, Benson Jack Anthony.
What is the rating of 800 Words?
800 Words has a rating of 6.7 out of 10 based on 26 votes on TMDB.
Is 800 Words still running?
800 Words has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (2)
Comedy
Drama