Chris Lilley to film 10-episode Netfilx series in Queensland

FOUR years after his last major project, the man behind infamous schoolgirl Ja’mie King is back in production, with a 10-episode series getting set to be filmed in Queensland. But don’t expect to see this one on the ABC.

COMEDIC Actor Chris Lilley will film a Netflix series in Queensland.

The Queensland Government announced today that the Summer Heights High creator would begin work on the 10-episode comedy project this month for the global streaming service.

It is Lilley’s first show in four years, since Jonah from Tonga aired in 2014.

The Logie award winner has been spotted living on the Gold Coast this year where he is believed to have been scouting local talent.

Chris Lilley As Jonah Takalua in Jonah From Tonga. Picture: Supplied

It is not known whether the show will feature new characters or see a return of past characters from his successful series.

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said the Netflix series would inject $6.35 million into the local economy.

“I am delighted to have enticed Chris Lilley and producer Laura Waters to Queensland,” the Premier said.

“The series will employ up to 250 Queensland cast and extras, plus around 100 Queensland crew.

“The project will also support two local screen practitioners, who will have the opportunity to work on the series to further develop their professional skills.”

Australia’s first Netflix series Tidelands, by Harrow creators Hoodlum Entertainment, is also set to film in Brisbane this year.

Chris Lilley as one of his most popular characters, Ja'mie King. Picture: Supplied

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