Back to the Rafters


Back to the Rafters is an upcoming Australian family-oriented drama/comedy television program which will premiere on the Prime Video in 2020. The series will be a spin-off and sequel to Packed to the Rafters, which aired on Seven Network from 2008 to 2013.

Synopsis

Back to the Rafters picks up six years since we last saw the Rafter family. Dave and Julie have created a new life in the country with youngest daughter Ruby, while the older Rafter children face new challenges and Grandpa Ted struggles to find his place. As Dave enjoys his new-found freedom, Julie must reconcile her responsibilities to the family.

Production

In September 2019, it was reported the cast members were in discussion to revive the series for a 2020 season under the working title “Back to the Rafters”, however the series would not air on Seven Network, instead would be placed on Prime Video, which was confirmed in December 2019, and the return of Rebecca Gibney, Erik Thomson, Jessica Marais, Hugh Sheridan, Angus McLaren, Michael Caton and George Houvardas. Filming will commence in Sydney in 2020.
In February 2020, Jessica Marais dropped out of the series for personal reasons. In March 2020, it was announced Georgina Haig would take over the role of Rachel Rafter.

Cast