Love me In “The 40th Anniversary,” loving husband and father Glen Mathieson celebrates his 40th wedding anniversary with his wife Christine and adult children Clara and Aaron. However, none of them realizes that it is their last family anniversary together.
That night, Christine dies, leaving Glen, Clara and Aaron devastated. Then, when they least expect it, Cupid’s arrow strikes each member of the grieving family in different ways.
Here is our guide for Love me Season 1…
Love Me release date
Six-parter Love me based on a Swedish drama Aleşka mi and previously broadcast on Acorn TV.
The series will premiere on Wednesday 3 July 2024 at 9pm on W. The series will then air weekly at the same time. The series is also available as a box set on UKTV Play.
The cast of Love Me – Who’s Who in Season 1
Glen Mathieson – Hugo Weaving
Love me British-born, Australian-raised actor Hugo Weaving plays Glen Mathieson, a former lawyer in his 60s. He was married to Christine for 40 years and cared for her for two years when she died, leaving Glen to grieve.
After the funeral, Glen, in a state of shock and encouraged by his daughter, decides to pack his things and go on a non-refundable holiday he had booked as a surprise for their ruby wedding anniversary, where he meets free-spirited single woman Anita.
“Glen is a nice man and dutifully looked after Christine, but her death also brings sadness and possibly liberation,” explains Hugo. “When he then meets Anita, who is really nice, and falls in love with her, a big conflict arises in the character.”
Hugo’s works include cult classics The Adventures of Priscilla – Queen of the Desert And V for Vendettaand Hollywood franchises The Matrix and that Lord of the ringsHis TV appearances include Patrick Melrose, Border town And The Dirtwater Dynasty.
Clara Mathieson — Bojana Novakovic
Bojana Novakovic plays Clara, the eldest child of Glen and Chritine, a successful anaesthetist in Melbourne who has sworn off men after a series of dating disasters… which led to a major argument with her mother on the night of her death. But Clara changes her mind when she meets her professionally attractive neighbor Peter.
“Clara is almost 40, she’s self-deprecating, she’s incredibly good at her job and successful,” says Serbian-Australian actress Bojana, 42. “But she’s completely incapable of being intimate, and this guy has come along and he’s everything she could ever want, but she’s just trying to get away from him. So the show is her journey from being afraid and using her humor to put up a wall, to actually being challenged by love and falling in love.”
Bojana’s works include the US version of Shamelesspolice instinct and films I, Tonya And Birds of prey.
Aaron Mathieson – William Lodder
Meanwhile, Clara’s younger brother, law student Aaron, is helpless and has no one to spoil him like his mother.
As he struggles with his grief, he begins to think about who he wants to spend the rest of his life with. And something happens that makes him wonder if his aspiring DJ girlfriend Ella might not be the perfect partner for him after all.
“I think that’s something that audiences will love to see, the moment when he finally has that epiphany,” says rising star William, 23.
“Aaron’s story is all about understanding what love really means and why people feel differently than he does. It’s great that a change is taking place.”
Williams’ achievements include Go-Karts, Wakefield And Bali 2002.
Christine Mathieson — Sarah Peirse
Christine, who lost her leg years ago in a near-life accident, dies suddenly after their 40th wedding anniversary, leaving Glen heartbroken.
Smart, witty and extraordinary, Christine and Glen had a wonderful relationship until an accident left her bedridden and in unbearable pain.
The presence of the former school principal is still felt even after her death – sometimes in the form of imaginary conversations with Glen…
Sarah’s credits include Heavenly creatures, The Hobbit Movies, Sweet tooth, offspring And Under the vines.
Peter-Bob Morley
The professional model enchants Clara with his passion for life, but is he too good to be true?
As a model, Peter has built a lifestyle of travel and luxury, but after years of enjoying the attention, he is looking for more.
Peter is immediately attracted to Clara’s sharp tongue and defiant nature and puts his whole heart into their relationship. However, there is something important he has kept from her – he has a son for whom he was not there as a child…
Bob’s credits include Home and away, Neighbors, The 100 And In limbo.
Anita – Heather Mitchell
Anita is fun-loving, free-spirited and socially competent and strives every day to make the most of every moment. Anita no longer has anything to prove and just wants what she wants. And right now, Glen has her full attention.
Instead of fighting with Glen’s children over their father’s property, Anita offers the Mathiesons another option: a fresh start.
Heather’s credits include A rural practice, Muriel’s Wedding, Since Kath and Kim Code, Ms. Fisher’s modern crime novels And Darby and Joan.
Ella — Shalom Brune-Franklin
As an aspiring DJ, her fan base grows exponentially with each show and she strives to take advantage of every opportunity.
While her boyfriend is loyal and passionate, they’re on different paths: he wants to be a lawyer, she wants to make it big with her music. Neither can deny their connection, but will a sudden change in their circumstances prove to be something they can overcome together?
Shalom’s credits include Our girl, Bad mothers, Exercise of dutyThe tourist And Baby reindeer.
Jesse — Mitzi Ruhlmann
Aaron’s best friend Jesse is kind, honest, and always there for Aaron. She is blessed with a strong, natural intelligence, has a master’s degree in science and neurology, and can do absolutely anything she wants with her life… except attract the attention of the person she adores – Aaron.
Mitzi’s credits include Home and away, The code And Invoice.
Sacha – Celia Pacquola
Sacha is a highly qualified nurse and has everything Clara could want: a child, a supportive partner and a wonderfully chaotic home. As Clara’s best friend and work colleague, she always makes time for her friend, even if it disrupts her own schedule. And honestly, it’s a testament to their friendship that Clara actually listens to her advice. Their love is unconditional, they never judge each other and can say things that no one else dares.
Celia’s achievements include Rosehaven, Shut up, offspring And Utopia.
Max – Harry Prior
Max is Peter’s son. His father was absent for most of his life, but now, fifteen years after his birth, Peter has reconciled with him and is trying to make his son a priority. But when Peter’s head is turned by Clara, will Max have to pay the price twice?
Harry’s credits include The spoil heaps, Utopia And Deadhole.
Love Me – Trailer for Season 1
Love Me Season 1 – Episode Summaries
Warning, there are spoilers from here on out.
Episode 1
It’s early morning in Melbourne and Clara arrives at a cafe to meet her date Greg, who starts their first date off rather off-puttingly. After a 40 minute monologue from Greg about Greg, he suggests they have a quickie in the morning. But Greg has messed up his schedule and thought she was someone else. This is just one of many bad dating decisions Clara has made…
Meanwhile, Clara’s brother Aaron is in the arms of his girlfriend Ella when he realizes he’s late for an important interview. He can’t tear himself away and misses his bus and his chance at the perfect job.
Across town, her father Glen decides to go all out for his 40th wedding anniversary and surprise his wife Christine by treating themselves to an all-inclusive couples’ vacation at a tropical resort with the promising title “Senior Love Romantica.”
That evening, the family gathers to celebrate Glen and Christine’s 40th wedding anniversary. But smart, witty and rude Christine is now in a wheelchair after losing a leg in an accident that nearly cost her her life, and can no longer feel the joy in life that she once did. At dinner, she turns on her husband, and in embarrassment, Clara hits back, revealing the deep bitterness between mother and daughter.
The siblings both quickly flee dinner – Clara turns to sugar and forms a bond with her new neighbor Peter. Aaron gives up his studies to spend time with Ella. Meanwhile, Glen lies next to his wife and just as they are all settling back into their isolation, Christine dies before Glen has a chance to present his anniversary gift.
Is there a second season of Love Me?
Love me proved so successful at home when it premiered Down Under in December 2021 that it led to a second season in 2023, joining the ranks of Australian dramas such as Deadhole And Bad mothers to obtain a publication in the UK.
“You can’t get enough of people trying to cope with the complexities of life and family, and you can’t get enough of love!” says Hugo.
“In season two, we’re experiencing a birth rather than a death, so there’s a wonderful sense of joy. There are also some wonderful new characters who throw obstacles in people’s paths. I really enjoy playing Glen. I don’t play it for humor, but there are situations he’s put in that can be very sweet. I like that he’s unexpectedly amusing and unexpectedly troubled by certain things and wants to be free of them.”
