The phrase "We Can Be Heroes" is best associated with "We Can Be Heroes: Finding the Australian of the Year," a 2005 Australian mockumentary miniseries created, co-written, and starring Chris Lilley. The miniseries follows five unique Australians, all portrayed by Chris Lilley, who are nominated for the Australian of the Year award. It is a satirical comedy that looks at the lives of these nominees, highlighting their quirks and achievements in a humorous way. The show consists of six episodes and originally aired on ABC in Australia. It has been recognized with awards including a Logie Award for most outstanding comedy and Best New Talent for Chris Lilley. Among the characters Lilley plays are Daniel Sims and his hearing-impaired twin brother Nathan, a charity-minded schoolgirl Ja'mie King, rescue hero Phil Olivetti, and others. The show humorously presents their journeys and experiences surrounding the Australian of the Year awards. This series is considered one of Chris Lilley's early breakout works and showcases his talent for creating distinct characters and satirical social commentary.
