Is Australia's Greatest Conman? coming back?

Australia's Greatest Conman? ended 2026-02-24 on SBS On Demand. The show concluded after airing its two episodes in February 2026.

This documentary series explored the story of John Friedrich, a man who deceived an entire nation. It was a crime series that premiered in 2026, focusing on Friedrich's elaborate scams during the 1980s. The series uncovered how Friedrich, who ran an elite rescue squad in Victoria and received numerous honors, was actually involved in one of Australia's most significant frauds, worth an estimated $900 million today.

The program was hosted by Marc Fennell, who presented the investigation into Friedrich's deception. The show had a runtime of 48 minutes per episode.