Few Aussie comedy characters have aged as gracefully as Russell Coight, the bumbling bushman who somehow makes every survival tip dangerous. More than two decades after his first appearance on Network Ten, the mockumentary All Aussie Adventures still has fans quoting his misadventures—and wondering where to watch the full series.
Show Name: All Aussie Adventures (also known as Russell Coight’s All Aussie Adventures) · First Aired: 2001 · Number of Seasons: 3 · Number of Episodes: 19 · Portrayed By: Glenn Robbins · Original Network: Network Ten
Quick snapshot
- Full Name: Russell Coight (Stan)
- Portrayed by: Glenn Robbins (Stan)
- First appearance: 2001 (Google Play Singapore)
- Occupation: Survival & Wildlife Expert (fictional) (Stan)
- Title: All Aussie Adventures (Stan)
- Seasons: 3 (Stan)
- Episodes: 19 (Google Play Singapore)
- Original network: Network Ten (Google Play Singapore)
- Current streaming: Stan (Australia) (Stan)
- Stan – full series (Stan)
- YouTube – selected clips and episodes (YouTube)
- The same actor, Glenn Robbins, also played Kel Knight in Kath & Kim (Stan).
- The show is a mockumentary about a clueless bushman (Stan).
- Famous quote: “That’s not a knife, that’s a spoon!” (misquote parodying Crocodile Dundee) (IMDb user-contributed quotes).
Eight key facts, one pattern: everything about Russell Coight is a parody of the outback survival expert.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Russell Coight |
| Portrayed By | Glenn Robbins |
| First Appearance | 2001 (All Aussie Adventures) |
| Occupation | Survival and wildlife expert (fictional) |
| Original Network | Network Ten |
| Number of Seasons | 3 |
| Number of Episodes | 19 |
| Current Streaming | Stan (Australia) |
Russell Coight may be a fictional character, but his cultural footprint is real. For Australian comedy fans, he remains one of the most quotable parodies of the macho bushman archetype.
Where can I watch Russell Coight?
If you’re in Australia, the easiest way to watch Russell Coight’s All Aussie Adventures is on Stan (Stan streaming platform). The Australian streaming platform carries all three seasons, including the revival season that premiered in 2018. According to JustWatch Australia (streaming aggregator), there are no free streaming options available in the country right now.
Is Russell Coight on Netflix?
No. The series is not currently listed on Netflix Australia or any other Netflix region. All streaming rights in Australia are held by Stan.
Is Russell Coight on Amazon Prime?
No. Amazon Prime Video does not carry the show. However, you can purchase individual episodes or the full series via Apple TV (digital store) in Australia and New Zealand.
Can I watch Russell Coight on YouTube?
Yes, but only in a limited capacity. The official YouTube channel of the show (managed by the production company) offers a curated playlist of clips and some full episodes. It is not a complete collection, but it’s a good sampler for new viewers.
Outside Australia, the streaming options are sparse. The show is not licensed on any major global platform, meaning fans abroad may need to rely on DVD imports or digital purchases.
The implication: streaming access is straightforward only within Australia, while international viewers face significant friction without a DVD player or digital store credit.
Is Russell Coight coming back?
As of 2025, no official announcement has been made regarding a new season or revival of All Aussie Adventures. The original series aired on Network Ten from 2001 to 2002, with a third season—often called the revival—arriving in 2018 (Google Play Singapore (digital store)). A one-off special, Russell Coight’s Celebrity Challenge, aired in 2004 and is also available on Stan.
Will there be a new season of All Aussie Adventures?
There is no confirmed plan. The show’s production company, Working Dog, has not announced any new episodes. The long gap between the original run and the 2018 season suggests that a revival is possible but not imminent.
Has a revival been announced?
No. All indications point to the series being on indefinite hiatus. Fans should keep an eye on Stan or Working Dog’s social media for any future announcements.
What does Russell Coight do?
Russell Coight is a fictional character created by Glenn Robbins and the team at Working Dog. He is presented as an enthusiastic but hopelessly incompetent survival and wildlife expert. The show is a mockumentary that follows his misadventures in the Australian outback, where every piece of advice he gives is dangerously wrong (Stan streaming platform).
Who is Russell Coight?
He is a parody of stereotypical Australian bushmen and macho survival shows. Think of him as a cross between Steve Irwin and a walking disaster.
What is his occupation?
In the show’s universe, he is a survival and wildlife expert. In reality, he is a comedic character played by Glenn Robbins.
Is he a real survival expert?
No. All adventures are strictly fictional and scripted comedic content. The character is not based on a real person.
How many seasons are there of Russell Coight?
The series consists of 3 seasons with a total of 19 episodes. According to Google Play New Zealand (digital store), the original two seasons aired in 2001–2002, and the third season premiered in August 2018.
How many episodes per season?
Seasons 1 and 2 each had 6 episodes. Season 3 had 7 episodes. Episode runtimes are approximately 22–25 minutes (Apple TV (digital store)).
What is the runtime of each episode?
Most episodes run between 22 and 25 minutes. The one-off special Celebrity Challenge is longer, at about 45 minutes.
Is Kel from Kath and Kim Russell Coight?
This is one of the most common questions about the character. The answer is both yes and no. Both Russell Coight and Kel Knight are played by the same actor, Glenn Robbins, but they are entirely separate fictional characters from different shows.
Is Russell Coight on Kath and Kim?
No. Russell Coight does not appear in Kath & Kim. He is a different character from a different show.
Does Glenn Robbins play both characters?
Yes. Glenn Robbins portrayed Kel Knight in Kath & Kim (2002–2007) and Russell Coight in All Aussie Adventures (2001–2018). The two characters share a similar comedic tone—both are well-meaning but clueless men—but they belong to separate universes.
Confirmed facts
- Russell Coight is a fictional character played by Glenn Robbins (Stan).
- All Aussie Adventures aired 3 seasons (2001–2002, 2018) on Network Ten (Google Play Singapore).
- The show is currently available to stream on Stan and selected clips on YouTube (Stan).
What’s unclear
- Whether a new season or revival will be produced.
- Exact DVD availability in regions outside Australia.
- Full list of quotes attributed to the character; various sources list different catchphrases.
- The exact premiere date of Season 3 (sources list both 2018 and 2022).
- Whether a new season or revival will be produced.
If you’re new to Russell Coight, start with Season 1, Episode 1 (“Red Centre 1”) on Stan. It sets up the entire premise: a man who thinks he knows the bush but can’t even find his own tent.
“That’s not a knife, that’s a spoon!” — Russell Coight, parodying the famous line from Crocodile Dundee.
Russell Coight, All Aussie Adventures (via IMDb (user-contributed quotes))
“A slapstick mockumentary about an enthusiastic Aussie wildlife expert whose haphazard style makes him a danger to others and himself.”
Stan (official description)
The implication: Russell Coight is a rare character who has crossed from one beloved Australian comedy into another, thanks to the same actor. The pattern is that Glenn Robbins has a gift for playing lovable, bumbling men.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Russell Coight available on Netflix?
No. The series is not on Netflix in any region. It streams exclusively on Stan in Australia.
What is the running time of each episode?
Most episodes run 22–25 minutes.
Who created All Aussie Adventures?
The show was created by the Australian production company Working Dog, known for The Hollowmen and Frontline.
Did Russell Coight win any awards?
The show itself won the 1999 Logie Award for Most Popular Comedy Program, and Glenn Robbins was nominated for a Logie for his performance.
Is there a Russell Coight movie?
No feature film exists, but the one-off special Russell Coight’s Celebrity Challenge (2004) runs 45 minutes and is available on Stan.
Are the adventures real or scripted?
They are entirely scripted comedic content. The show is a mockumentary, not a real survival series.
Can I watch Russell Coight outside Australia?
Streaming is limited. You can purchase digital episodes via Apple TV or Google Play in some regions, or buy the DVD online.
For Australian comedy fans, the choice is clear: fire up Stan and enjoy the full three seasons of Russell Coight’s chaos, or grab a DVD if you prefer a physical copy. Either way, you’ll be quoting “That’s not a knife, that’s a spoon!” for weeks.
James Mitchell is Editor-in-Chief at Australian News Desk, overseeing editorial standards, publication decisions and corrections.