How many seasons does The Cheap Seats have?

The Cheap Seats has 6 seasons and 155 episodes.

Is The Cheap Seats renewed or canceled?

The Cheap Seats is currently returning. The next episode airs Aug 4, 2026.

Where can I watch The Cheap Seats?

The Cheap Seats is available on 10.

When is the next episode of The Cheap Seats?

The next episode of The Cheap Seats (S6 E16) airs on Aug 4, 2026.

The Cheap Seats

Name: The Cheap Seats
Genre: Comedy, News
Released: 2021-07-20
Rating: 7.833
Cast: Melanie Bracewell, Tim McDonald, Mel Tracina

RETURNING6 Seasons155 Episodes★ 7.8

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Network10

First AiredJul 20, 2021

Last AiredApr 21, 2026

GenreComedy, News

Major news stories, not-so-major news stories, stories involving cats, entertainment, sport and viral videos, it’s a Reader's Digest of world events for a generation who simply don’t want to read.

NEXT EPISODE

S6 E16August 4th, 2026Aug 4, 20263d

Cast

Melanie Bracewell

Self - Host

Tim McDonald

Self - Host

Mel Tracina

Self - Cultural Correspondent

Seasons & Episodes6 seasons · 155 episodes

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E1April 21st, 2026

Apr 21, 202647m

Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell & Tim McDonald. Joining in the action are Mel Tracina, UK comedian Emmanuel Sonubi & friend of the show Denise Scott.

E2April 28th, 2026

Apr 28, 202647m

Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. Joining in on the action are Mel Tracina, comedian and actor Celia Pacquola & comedian Josh Jack.

E3May 5th, 2026

May 5, 202645m

Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. Joining in on the action are Mel Tracina and comedy royalty Glenn Robbins.

E4May 12th, 2026

May 12, 202647m

Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. Joining in on the action are Mel Tracina, comedian Anne Edmonds and broadcaster Abbey Gelmi.

E5May 19th, 2026

May 19, 202648m

Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. Joining in on the action are Mel Tracina, comedian Shaun Micallef and broadcaster Clint Stanaway.

E6May 26th, 2026

May 26, 202644m

Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. Joining in on the action are Mel Tracina and comedian Anisa Nandaula.

E7June 2nd, 2026

Jun 2, 202647m

Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. Joining in on the action are comedian Concetta Caristo and SBS cycling commentator Matthew Keenan.

E8June 9th, 2026

Jun 9, 202645m

Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. Joining in on the action are comedy duo Granny Bingo and Mt Everest climber, Bianca Adler.

E9June 16th, 2026

Jun 16, 202647m

Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. Joining in on the action are Mel Tracina, Santo Cilauro, Ed Kavalee and Dave Thornton.

E10

E10June 23rd, 2026

Jun 23, 202644m

Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. Joining in on the action are Mel Tracina and comedian Elouise Eftos.

E11

E11June 30th, 2026

Jun 30, 202649m

Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. Joining in on the action are Mel Tracina, Anthony and Lucia Field, and Joseph McGrail Bateup.

E12

E12July 7th, 2026

Jul 7, 202643m

Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. Joining in on the action are Mel Tracina and comedian Emma Holland.

E13

E13July 14th, 2026

Jul 14, 202645m

Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. Joining in on the action are Mel Tracina and actor and Play School presenter Alex Papps.

E14

E14July 21st, 2026

Jul 21, 202647m

Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. Joining in on the action are Mel Tracina, chef Miguel Maestre and comedian Alexei Toliopoulos.

E15

E15July 28th, 2026

Jul 28, 202643m

Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald. Joining in on the action are Mel Tracina, Aunty Donna's Broden Kelly, and comedy legend Rob Sitch.

E16

E16August 4th, 2026UPCOMING

Aug 4, 2026

About The Cheap Seats

The Cheap Seats is a comedy, news series on 10. The show first aired on Jul 20, 2021 and currently has 6 seasons and 155 episodes. The Cheap Seats has been renewed and is returning for more episodes. The next episode airs on Aug 4, 2026. It has a rating of 7.8/10 based on 6 votes. The cast includes Melanie Bracewell, Tim McDonald, Mel Tracina.