Vegas - First Episode

In the town of Wairoto, three lives collide, plunging the town into a world of crime. In this first episode, newly appointed gang leader Kingi (Eds Eramiha) targets solo mother Toni’s (Cian Elyse White) pub for a final high-stakes drug deal, unaware that a desperate young man is planning to rob the pub the same night in a bid to repay his debts. This six-part drama series, featuring a largely Māori ensemble cast and crew, was filmed entirely in Rotorua. Co-created by Michael Bennett and Harriet Crampton for TVNZ, Vegas is a gritty exploration of power, loyalty, and redemption in a small town on the edge.

Warning: Contains violence and offensive language. Viewer discretion is advised. 

We do the deal with Chuck, Wai back water's ours. It was always rightfully ours. We set up here: a place for Te Toki to stand — but we gotta do the deal.

– Te Toki gang leader Waka (Wayne Hapi) on the motivation for one final high-dollar drug deal

Key Cast & Crew

Harriet Crampton

Writer, Creator, Executive Producer

Cian Elyse White

Storyliner, As: Toni Poulan

Katie Wolfe

As: Hinapouri Phillips

Eds Eramiha

As: Kingi Duncan

Michael Bennett

Creator, Writer, Executive Producer

Kiel McNaughton

Director