Jonah - First Episode

Be careful of that bro, money comes, money goes...

– Jonah's mate cautions him about the dark side of fame

Malo, Jonah!

– Tongan Kiwi kids enjoy Jonah Lomu's generosity

Jonah was an exceptional talent. He changed the face of rugby forever. He was an international superstar. That he succeeded so greatly in spite of his illness is one of the most amazing parts of this story. But, ultimately, he was a boy from South Auckland who made good and whose life was cut tragically short.

– Producer Carmen J. Leonard on the legacy of Jonah Lomu, NZ TV Guide, 8 August 2019

In terms of his preparation as an actor...it's important for him to feel like an athlete and to feel strong and the power that Jonah had. Jonah carried around with him this boyish humility. And, you know, I think Mosese has that same quality as well.

– Actor and gym trainer Joe Naufahu on preparing Mosese Veaila for his role as Jonah Lomu, NZ TV Guide, 8 August 2019

Babe, half the Man U team were there, I'm doing a promo with them tomorrow, and Phil's got me a meeting with Reebok, the actual Reebok guys!

– Jonah Lomu (Mosese Veaila) tastes the big time in 1995