In 2014 , Jackson auditioned for a single scene role in the mini-series '' Deadline Gallipoli '' but was later offered the lead part of Charles Bean alongside Sam Worthington , which aired on Foxtel 's Showcase in April 2015 . In September 2015 , Jackson starred as Peter Allen in the 2-part - mini-series of his life titled '' Peter Allen : Not the Boy Next Door '' . In December 2015 , at the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Awards , Jackson won best lead actor in a television drama for his role as Allen . In May 2016 , at the 58th Annual Logie Awards , Jackson won Most Outstanding Newcomer for his role as Allen
Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Awards
5th AACTA Awards
Joel Jackson