Michael Reilly (character)


Detective Senior Constable Michael Reilly was a fictional character from the Australian police drama Water Rats. He was portrayed by Aaron Pedersen. He appeared on the show from early season four to the end of the series.

Character biography

Michael worked with V.I.P Security before he got the job as a detective with the Sydney Water Police. He initially worked with Frank Holloway and Rachel Goldstein, and when Frank left, he met Jack Christey for the first time.
In season four, Mick had met and had a short-lived relationship with Suzi Abromavich, an ex-prostitute, who Rachel constantly reminded Mick not to trust.
In season five, Mick was the subject of a sexual harassment claim by a woman who worked with ASIO, which he fought and the charge was subsequently dropped. He also asked Alex St. Clare out, but she was reluctant because of their working relationship.
In season six, Mick's sister Jess asked him to help her husband beat a criminal charge, but in doing so meant that his brother-in-law was murdered because of it.