An upcoming six-part Australian television series, "My Brilliant Career," is set to debut on Netflix. This period drama is an adaptation of the novel of the same name, originally written by Miles Franklin. The series centers on the life of Sybylla, a young woman in rural Australia during the early 20th century, who harbors aspirations of becoming a writer. Her personal journey is complicated by the emergence of a romantic relationship. The production has been filmed in various locations across South Australia, including near Penola, Adelaide Studios, and other sites, with significant local involvement.

The project is helmed by showrunner and co-writer Liz Doran, with direction by Alyssa McClelland and Anne Renton. Philippa Northeast takes on the lead role of Sybylla, supported by a cast that includes Christopher Chung as Harry. The series is notable for being the most expensive television production ever undertaken in South Australia, with an estimated budget of A$17 million. A specific release date has not yet been announced, but it is anticipated for late 2026 or early 2027.

The television adaptation of "My Brilliant Career" was ordered by Netflix in June 2025, with a planned six-episode run. Liz Doran serves as the developer and showrunner, bringing experience from previous Australian series. The writing team includes Doran, Sarinah Masukor, and Rachael Turk. Directing duties are split between Alyssa McClelland, who helmed the initial episodes, and Anne Renton, responsible for the latter half. The series is produced by Jungle Entertainment's Chloe Rickard, alongside Doran and McClelland. Filming took place in June 2025 in the South East of South Australia, near Penola, as well as at Adelaide Studios and other regional locations. The production utilized approximately 400 local cast and crew members. The significant investment in the series, estimated at A$17 million, makes it the most costly television production ever to be made in South Australia.

"My Brilliant Career" the television series draws its narrative from the seminal 1901 novel of the same title by Australian author Miles Franklin. This novel is a recognized piece within Australian literary education, frequently appearing on high school reading lists. The story's enduring appeal was further amplified by a 1979 film adaptation directed by Gillian Armstrong, which achieved international acclaim and launched the careers of actors Judy Davis and Sam Neill. The current Netflix series aims to bring Sybylla’s story, her rural upbringing, literary ambitions, and romantic entanglements to a new generation of viewers through the medium of television.

The lead role of Sybylla is portrayed by Philippa Northeast. The ensemble cast features Christopher Chung as Harry, a significant romantic interest in Sybylla's life. Other key roles include Anna Chancellor as Mrs Bossier, Genevieve O'Reilly as Helen, and Kate Mulvany as Augusta. The lineup is further completed by Jake Dunn as Frank, Alexander England as Julius, Sherry-Lee Watson as Nell, and Miah Madden as Betty. Casting for the series was conducted by Nikki Barrett in Australia and Nathan Toth in the U.K., ensuring a diverse range of talent for the production.