In an era where beloved series often get the axe before their time, it's a rare treat when a show gets to end on its own terms. Colin from Accounts, the charming Australian comedy from real-life couple Patrick Brammall and Harriet Dyer, has done just that. The duo, who serve as creators, writers, and stars, have guided the show through 24 episodes over four years, and now they've delivered a final season that feels like a warm, bittersweet hug to fans.
Season 3 picks up three years after the chaotic wedding where Gordon (Brammall) made a spur-of-the-moment proposal to Ashley (Dyer) — a moment that ended about as well as you'd expect. Now, Ashley is a GP living with her friends Megan (Emma Harvie) and Rumi (Virginia Gay) and their new baby, while dating the sweet but slightly clueless Henry (Thomas Cocquerel). Gordon, meanwhile, has sold his beloved brewery to a corporate conglomerate and is navigating a new relationship with the type-A Chelsea (Nikki Shiels). But when a chance encounter at Ashley's practice — complete with a car crash that echoes their meet-cute — brings them back into each other's orbit, old feelings resurface, and the question of whether they can truly be friends (while sharing custody of their adorable disabled dog) becomes the heart of the season.
What makes Colin from Accounts so special is its ability to balance laugh-out-loud absurdity with genuine emotional depth. That's on full display in Episode 3, "Monstera," written by Dyer and directed by her sister Madeleine. The episode centers on a dinner between Gordon and Ashley, where a seemingly simple catch-up turns into a raw, unflinching conversation about their past mistakes. In one stunning long take, Brammall and Dyer lay their characters' souls bare, reminding us why they're not just brilliant writers but phenomenal actors. It's a scene that will leave you breathless.
The supporting cast remains a comedic goldmine. Helen Thomson is a riot as Ashley's wonderfully inappropriate mother, Lynelle, while Darren Gilshenan's Professor Lee is a masterclass in awkward hilarity. Emma Harvie gets more dramatic material this season as Meggles struggles with the realities of motherhood, and Virginia Gay's Rumi continues to be a serene, eccentric delight. On the brewery side, Genevieve Hegney and Michael Logo bring their usual charm, and the four-legged star of the show, Zak, steals every scene he's in.
As the series wraps up, it's clear that Brammall and Dyer have crafted a finale that honors the journey of these messy, endearing characters. It's a rare feat in today's streaming landscape, where shows often get canceled without closure. But Colin from Accounts proves that when a show is given the chance to end on its own terms, it can deliver a farewell that feels both satisfying and true to its spirit.
For fans who've followed Gordon and Ashley's rollercoaster romance from the start, this final season is a gift. It's a reminder of why we fell in love with these characters in the first place — and a testament to the power of great storytelling. If you haven't yet discovered this gem, now is the perfect time to stream it on Paramount+ and see what all the fuss is about. And if you're already a fan, prepare for a goodbye that will leave you smiling through tears.
In a world where so many comedies fade into obscurity, Colin from Accounts will be remembered as one of the best — a show that knew exactly when to say goodbye, and did so with grace, humor, and heart.
