DEGANZ Watch List: Kiwi Zombies & Kiwi Teachers

Another newsletter, another DEGANZ Watch List! This time, DEGANZ members are behind the new comedy series Bloke of the Apocalypse and the latest season of Educators. Both shows offer a cheeky look into classic Kiwi culture and propose that maybe the attitudes of younger generations can teach the adults something new.

DEGANZ Board President Ben Powdrell co-produced the new animated web series, Bloke of the Apocalypse. The series is inspired by series creator Charlie Foulks’ childhood growing up in Gisborne on a sheep farm and his love for the zombie genre. What transpires is a silly series that lovingly pokes fun at the classic Kiwi bloke.

Beloved comedy series Educators is back for its fourth season. Co-created by Jackie van Beek (DEGANZ) and board member Jesse Griffin, and directed by Jesse, the series peeks into the staffroom of Aotearoa’s most questionable teachers. Despite being responsible for the next generation’s education, these adults are often more troubled than the kids they teach.

Check them out below!

Bloke of the Apocalypse

Animated Web Series

Co-Producer: Ben Powdrell (DEGANZ Board President)

In the rural back blocks of New Zealand, a father and son battle a zombie apocalypse and some annoying neighbours, all while taking care of their pet lamb, Lambie.

Educators

Comedy Series

Created and Written by Jackie van Beek, Jesse Griffin (DEGANZ Board), and Johnny Brugh

Director: Jesse Griffin (DEGANZ Board)

Set behind the scenes of an ordinary Kiwi secondary school, this comedy favourite follows the hopelessly and hilariously inept staff in charge of educating the next generation. Season four is out now!

Last updated on 6 November 2025