We Can Be Heroes is the internationally acclaimed comedy series created and written by Chris Lilley, following five special individuals who are nominated for the prestigious title of Australian of the Year.

Chris Lilley embodies six characters: Daniel, a 17 year old who has donated his eardrum to his hearing impaired twin brother, Nathan (also played by Lilley); Ja’mie, who holds the national record for sponsoring 85 Sudanese children; Pat Mullins, a pioneer of the sport of rolling on her side; Phil Olivetti, a cop who bravely put his life on the line when he rescued nine children from an unsecured jumping castle; and Ricky Wong, who has received international praise for developing a high efficiency solar panel but who really wants to be an actor.