Program Guide
Week 22 Sunday May 24th, 2015
5:20 am Latin American News - News via satellite from Television National de Chile, in Spanish, no subtitles.
5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.
6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.
7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.
7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.
8:00 am Maltese News - News from Public Broadcasting Services Limited, Malta, in Maltese, no subtitles.
8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.
9:00 am PopAsia - Features back-to-back videos from artists across Asia and all the latest news and interviews from the Korean, Japanese, Mandarin and Cantonese pop scenes. Hosted by Jamaica dela Cruz and Andy Trieu. (An SBS Production) (Entertainment Series) PG
11:00 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.
11:30 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Hindi News - News via satellite from NDTV India, in Hindi, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.
1:00 pm Mysterious Cities Of Gold – Heroes Again - The original 80s animation classic that follows a young orphan called Esteban as he searches the New World for both his father and the Mysterious Cities of Gold. (S.1,Ep.3) (From France, in English) (Entertainment) (Animation) (1982) (Rpt) PG
1:30 pm Mysterious Cities Of Gold - Adrift On The Endless Sea - The original 80s animation classic that follows a young orphan called Esteban as he searches the New World for both his father and the Mysterious Cities of Gold. (S.1,Ep.4) (From France, in English) (Entertainment) (Animation) (1982) (Rpt) PG
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Sunday May 24th, 2015
2:05 pm Foodie Planet - Destination Portugal - Globetrotting French gourmet Julie Andrieu takes a culinary tour of some of the world’s most interesting and scenic places. In this episode, Julie travels to Portugal, where she finds the Portuguese art of cooking has been passed down intact from one generation to another. The cuisine itself is varied as the regions, the cities, the seasons and the festivals - fresh fish, suckling pig and the emblematic Lisbon dessert ‘Pastéis de Belem’ are all on the menu. (From France, in French, English and Portuguese) (Food Series) (Rpt) PG
3:00 pm Bunk - John Gemberling, Alex Borstein And Andy Daly - A game show spoof featuring a rotation of comedian contestants performing comedy challenges. (Final) (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG(L)
3:30 pm The Eurovision Quiz Contest 2014 - Quiz show to help celebrate Australia's love affair with Eurovision. Hosted by Toby Truslove, with Julia Zemiro and Casey Bennetto as team captains. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment) (Rpt) PG
4:00 pm The Eurovision Quiz Contest 2014 - Quiz show to help celebrate Australia's love affair with Eurovision. Hosted by Toby Truslove, with Julia Zemiro and Casey Bennetto as team captains. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment) (Rpt) PG
4:30 pm The Eurovision Quiz Contest 2014 - Quiz show to help celebrate Australia's love affair with Eurovision. Hosted by Toby Truslove, with Julia Zemiro and Casey Bennetto as team captains. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment) (Rpt) PG
5:05 pm Vs. Arashi - In this highly physical game and variety show, Japanese pop idols Arashi pit their wits, strength and courage against a different team of entertainers or sportspeople every week. The battles are intense as the teams compete for points and very cool prizes. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G
6:00 pm Giro d'Italia 2015 Daily Highlights - Highlights from the 2015 Giro d'Italia. The 98th edition of the tour of Italy covers 3,489 kilometres over 21 thrilling stages of racing through picturesque Italian terrain to the finish line in Milan. (Cycling) CC
6:30 pm The Bike Lane - The Bike Lane showcases the very best in cycling, from pro tips, to the latest race news, celebrity challenges and gear reviews. Hosted by Matthew Keenan and with special guest Robbie McEwen on the panel, The Bike Lane takes you into the world of cycling culture from fixies and commuters, all the way to the top of the sport at the Giro d’Italia. (An SBS Production) (Cycling) CC
7:05 pm Benidorm Bastards - They’re up to their old tricks again! Seven senior citizens (played by actors) head out into the streets with only one thought in mind - to pull pranks on young people. This is a hidden camera show with a difference; the skits are absurd and hilarious - and the unsuspecting victims haven't got a clue what hit them. (From Belgium, in Dutch) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Sunday May 24th, 2015
7:30 pm If You Are The One - With a viewing audience of up to 50 million per episode, this popular Chinese dating show is a cultural phenomenon. A lone male suitor has to impress a panel of 24 single women, who can then register their interest or disinterest in the man through the use of their podium lights. Popular host Meng Fei oversees the action in front of a large studio audience. (From China, in Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) G **New Episode**
8:30 pm South Park - Black Friday - Anticipation for the biggest shopping day of the year is building. The dark days of winter are coming and that can only mean one thing: the fight to be the first in the mall on Black Friday has begun. The boys prepare to battle the crowds the day after Thanksgiving to get the best deal on the new gaming systems. (From the US) (Animated Comedy Series) (Rpt) M CC
9:00 pm The Birthday Boys - Going All the Way - A new sketch comedy show starring The Birthday Boys and guest starring Bob Odenkirk. The boys revisit their High School days with a pact to each lose their virginity before they graduate, made on graduation day, just as the ceremony commences. Also, a student brings his Dad to the prom and a pseudo- intellectual evaluates the "Contemporary Family." (S.1,Ep.9) (From the US) (Comedy Series) M(S,A) **New Episode**
9:30 pm Housos - Uncle Doug - Franky desperately needs a jumping castle for his son Anarchy's first birthday. He doesn’t know where to steal one so he asks Dazza's dodgy Uncle Doug to help him get one. Doug is fresh out of jail after 29 years and somehow manages to get one - an x-rated one. Stars Paul Fenech, Jason Davis and Elle Dawe. (Commissioned by SBS) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) MA (A,D,S,L) CC
10:00 pm Pizza - BBQ - While his mama is interstate, Bobo organises a barbeque to celebrate his engagement to his ex-porn star girlfriend Ruby. Meanwhile, Bobo's gay Italian cousin Santino comes to visit from Italy and soon develops a crush on DJ BJ. And when Habib fakes the death of Toula, while she is in Greece, he receives $100,000 from the insurance company. Stars Paul Fenech, Tahir Bilgic and Johnny Boxer. (Commissioned by SBS) (Comedy Series) (Final) (Rpt) M (A,L) CC
10:30 pm The Perfect Vagina - In an age where liposuction, tummy tucks and botox are now commonplace it would seem that women have found a new part of the body to worry about - their vaginas. In this candid program, Lisa Rogers tries to find out why more and more women are considering vaginal surgery for either aesthetic or cultural reasons. Lisa tries to understand why girls as young as 16 are requesting this surgery, reveals how British men and women feel about vaginas, and confronts her feelings about her own vulva. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) MA (A,N,L) CC
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Sunday May 24th, 2015
11:30 pm Eurovision Song Contest 2015 - Australia’s been given the chance to take the Eurovision stage by storm, and we’ve got just the right Guy for the job. In celebration of Australia’s invitation to compete in the 60th anniversary of the Eurovision Song Contest and Guy Sebastian’s performance in the Grand Final, SBS will bring audiences its biggest Eurovision offering yet across TV, radio and online. Hosts Julia Zemiro and Sam Pang, our very own wind machine experts, key change connoisseurs and Team Guy ambassadors, will be on the ground in Vienna ready to report on all the action from this year’s contest. However it is the Australian performance that is going to have Europeans glad they invited us into the competition because one thing is for sure Guy Sebastian singing Tonight Again is going to raise the roof off Wiener Stadthalle and send schnitzels and strudels flying. (Entertainment Special) (class tba) CC **Encore**
3:30 am CCTV News In English From Beijing - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV), the nation's largest national broadcasting network.
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Monday May 25th, 2015
5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.
6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.
7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.
7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.
8:00 am Latin American News - News via satellite from Television National de Chile, in Spanish, no subtitles.
8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.
9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.
9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.
10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.
11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.
11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Hindi News - News via satellite from NDTV India, in Hindi, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.
1:00 pm Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
1:35 pm German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
2:05 pm Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
3:05 pm Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
4:00 pm Iron Chef - Sea Bass - Chefs from all over the world come to Kitchen Stadium to do culinary battle with one of Chairman Kaga's "Iron Chefs." Both the challenger and the Iron Chef have one hour to prepare a meal in which each course must prominently include the featured ingredient for that day's show. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Food/Entertainment) (Rpt) G
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Monday May 25th, 2015
4:45 pm Vs. Arashi - In this highly physical game and variety show, Japanese pop idols Arashi pit their wits, strength and courage against a different team of entertainers or sportspeople every week. The battles are intense as the teams compete for points and very cool prizes. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G
5:35 pm Massive Moves - Canalside Castle - Teams of engineers and truckers face some daunting challenges as they transport monstrous structures that were never meant to leave their foundations. This episode, a couple in Seattle builds the biggest houseboat in the city, to house all their beloved belongings. But getting their 150 ton monster mansion into the water is a huge hurdle for a hubbub of house movers, two colossal cranes and a team of tugboats. (From the UK) (Factual Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:00 pm Giro d'Italia 2015 Daily Highlights - Highlights from the 2015 Giro d'Italia. The 98th edition of the tour of Italy covers 3,489 kilometres over 21 thrilling stages of racing through picturesque Italian terrain to the finish line in Milan. (Cycling) CC
6:30 pm The Glitter And The Glory - The Feed's Eurovision After Party - The Feed's Eurovision After Party will dissect, poke, giggle and celebrate the top ten moments from the 2015 Eurovision Song Contest final. Hosted by Marc Fennell and Jeannette Francis, with special guest panellist Yumi Stynes The Feed's Eurovision After Party will be the ultimate Eurovision recovery for every fan not yet ready for Eurovision to be over, or those who missed it all together and were left wondering what the fuss was about. (An SBS Production) (News and Current Affairs) (class tba) **Special**
7:30 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)
8:00 pm 30 Rock - Last Lunch - Liz has difficulty adjusting to being a stay-at-home mom while Jack takes stock of his life. Tracy struggles without constant attention from Kenneth as the former page settles into his new job as president of NBC. Jenna prepares an emotional farewell song as the cast and crew reunite for one final “TGS”. (S.7,Ep.13) (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG
8:30 pm Movies for Mondays: Splice - Two genetic engineers hope to achieve fame by successfully splicing together the DNA of different animals to create new hybrid animals for medical use. Stars Adrien Brody, Sarah Polley, Delphine Chaneac. (From Canada) (Film) (Horror) (2009) (Rpt) MAV(V,S) **Fantasy Season**
10:30 pm Movies for Mondays: Thale - Two crime-scene cleaners discover a mythical, tailed female creature in a concealed cellar. She never utters a word, unable to tell her story, but the pieces of the puzzle soon come together: she's been held captive for decades for reasons soon to surface. (From Norway, in Norwegian & Swedish) (Movie) (Thriller) (2012) MA(V) **Fantasy Season**
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Monday May 25th, 2015
11:55 pm @midnight - A rotating lineup of today's top comedians will battle nightly to determine who has the funniest take on the day's social media and pop culture happenings and wear the crown of funniest person on Earth. (From the USA) (Comedy) M(S)
12:20 am @midnight - A rotating lineup of today's top comedians will battle nightly to determine who has the funniest take on the day's social media and pop culture happenings and wear the crown of funniest person on Earth. (From the USA) (Comedy) M(S)
12:50 am The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)
1:20 am Movie: A Girl Cut In Two - A black comedy centred around Gabrielle, an independent televison weather girl torn between her love of a distinguished author several decades her senior and the attentions of a headstrong, potentially unstable young suitor. A winner at the 2007 Venice Film Festival. Directed by Claude Chabrol and stars Ludivine Sagnier, Benoit Magimel and Francois Berléand. (From France, in French) (Comedy) (2007) (Rpt) MA (L,S)
3:20 am RT News In English From Moscow - RT from Moscow delivers the latest news and current affairs from around the world including special reports and entertainment news.
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Tuesday May 26th, 2015
5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.
6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.
7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.
7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.
8:00 am Ukrainian News - Ukrainian News from the National Television Company of Ukraine in Kyiv, no subtitles.
8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.
9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.
9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.
10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.
11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.
11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Hindi News - News via satellite from NDTV India, in Hindi, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.
1:00 pm Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
1:35 pm German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
2:05 pm Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
3:05 pm Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
4:00 pm Iron Chef - Beef - Chefs from all over the world come to Kitchen Stadium to do culinary battle with one of Chairman Kaga's "Iron Chefs." Both the challenger and the Iron Chef have one hour to prepare a meal in which each course must prominently include the featured ingredient for that day's show. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Food/Entertainment) (Rpt) G
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Tuesday May 26th, 2015
4:45 pm Vs. Arashi - In this highly physical game and variety show, Japanese pop idols Arashi pit their wits, strength and courage against a different team of entertainers or sportspeople every week. The battles are intense as the teams compete for points and very cool prizes. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G
5:35 pm Massive Moves - Huge Homestead - Walter and Tina Eisenlohr are set for a fresh start as their grown up kids start to leave the family home. The family are packing their bags and moving to a secluded block of land, but first they must move their house over icy roads to get it there in one piece. (From the UK) (Factual Entertainment) (Rpt) PG CC
6:00 pm Giro D'italia 2015 Daily Highlights Review - Highlights from the 2015 Giro d'Italia. The 98th edition of the tour of Italy covers 3,489 kilometres over 21 thrilling stages of racing through picturesque Italian terrain to the finish line in Milan. (Cycling) CC
6:30 pm If You Are The One - With a viewing audience of up to 50 million per episode, this popular Chinese dating show is a cultural phenomenon. A lone male suitor has to impress a panel of 24 single women, who can then register their interest or disinterest in the man through the use of their podium lights. Popular host Meng Fei oversees the action in front of a large studio audience. (From China, in Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G
7:30 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)
8:00 pm The Office - Nepotism - Michael refuses to fire the new office assistant (guest star Evan Peters) after everyone complains about his bad attitude. Andy (Ed Helms) plays it cool after Erin shows interest in another man. Meanwhile, Pam tries to impress Jim by pulling an office prank of her own. (S.7,Ep.1) (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG
8:30 pm Don't Tell My Mother... - Johannesburg - In the premiere of season three of powerful documentary series Don't Tell My Mother charismatic host Diego Bunuel travels to some of the world’s most troublesome places. This episode he travels to Johannesburg, South Africa, one of the most dangerous cities in the world, which is infamous for its violent crime, AIDS, and apartheid. Any one of these challenges might strangle the life of a city, but not Jo’burg…The largest city in South Africa has risen above its problems to become a thriving democracy and the economic hub of the continent. In this program, Diego travels deep below the earth’s surface, shoots his way out of a home invasion, and even does some pirouettes to find out what makes this city of extremes tick. Get ready to see a surprising side of Johannesburg that you never imagined. (From France, in English) (Documentary) (Rpt) M(L)
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Tuesday May 26th, 2015
9:00 pm Unplanned America - Rocky Mountain High - Unplanned America returns for a second series of road tripping to the heart of the stars and stripes. Three Aussie mates Gonzo, Nick and Parv have reunited and are back on SBS 2, to explore some of the lesser seen subcultures of the USA, from the outrageous to the serious. Armed with a camera, an open mind, and the ability to talk their way into anywhere, the guys headed back to the land of the free and the home of the brave. In the season premiere, the guys light up and join an official ‘420’ bus tour of Denver exploring the recent legalisation of marijuana in Colorado. In Los Angeles, Parv goes somewhat unnecessarily undercover to get his weed license. (S.2,Ep.1) (Co-commissioned by SBS) (Documentary Series) (class tba) **Series Return**
9:30 pm Orphan Black - Certain Agony Of The Battlefield - A streetwise hustler is pulled into a compelling conspiracy after witnessing the suicide of a girl who looks just like her. (S.3,Ep.6) (From Canada) (Drama Series) (class tba) **New Episode**
10:20 pm Payday - A unique performance documentary set in the heart of Croydon, which delves into the finances and wallets of four twenty-somethings. The documentary follows the highs and lows of Generation Y as they cope in one of the toughest economic times since the 1930s. The film focuses on the contrasting lives of our diverse cast from the moment they receive their ‘payday’ money to how they go on to spend, save or squander it. Narrated by George the Poet. (From the UK) (Documentary) MA(S) **Premiere**
11:15 pm South Park - Terrance and Phillip Behind the Blow - Terrance and Phillip have split up but unless Cartman gets them to perform together on Earth Day, it will be his head on the chpping block. (From the US, in English) M (S,A) (Rpt) CC
11:45 pm South Park - Cartman Land - Cartman's grandmother dies and leaves him a million dollars and he decides to buy a theme park with his inheritance. Kyle is devastated, he doesn't have a million dollars and to make matters worse he has a haemorrhoid which makes him seriously question if there really is a God. (From the US, in English) M (A) (Rpt) CCWS
12:15 am @midnight - A rotating lineup of today's top comedians will battle nightly to determine who has the funniest take on the day's social media and pop culture happenings and wear the crown of funniest person on Earth. (From the USA) (Comedy) M(S)
12:45 am The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)
1:15 am Comedy Bang! Bang! - Andy Samberg Wears a Plaid Shirt & Glasses - A sketch variety show featuring celebrity guests, comedy sketches and animation. This episode, in tonight's new season premiere, we find out what Scott and Reggie have been up to since last season and Reggie enters a cybernetic computer world. Scott interviews Andy Samberg. (From the US) (Comedy/Sketch) (Rpt) PG
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Tuesday May 26th, 2015
1:45 am Movie: In Mum's Head - Lulu is 15 years old, living in the French countryside with her parents. Her mother has been depressed and sickly as far back as she can remember, and Lulu is determined to discover the truth behind her enduring listlessness. One day she finds a reel of film of her mother blissfully happy with another man, Jacques. So Lulu sets out to find her mother's ex-lover to make her happy again. Directed by Carine Tardieu and stars Karin Viard, Chloé Coulloud and Kad Merad. (From France, in French) (Drama) (2007) (Rpt) M (D,L,N,S)
3:30 am France 24 News In English From Paris - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events.
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Wednesday May 27th, 2015
5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.
6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.
7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.
7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.
8:00 am Ukrainian News - Ukrainian News from the National Television Company of Ukraine in Kyiv, no subtitles.
8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.
9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.
9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.
10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.
11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.
11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Hindi News - News via satellite from NDTV India, in Hindi, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.
1:00 pm Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
1:35 pm German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
2:05 pm Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
3:05 pm Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
4:00 pm Iron Chef – Eel - Chefs from all over the world come to Kitchen Stadium to do culinary battle with one of Chairman Kaga's "Iron Chefs." Both the challenger and the Iron Chef have one hour to prepare a meal in which each course must prominently include the featured ingredient for that day's show. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Food/Entertainment) (Rpt) G
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Wednesday May 27th, 2015
4:45 pm Vs. Arashi - In this highly physical game and variety show, Japanese pop idols Arashi pit their wits, strength and courage against a different team of entertainers or sportspeople every week. The battles are intense as the teams compete for points and very cool prizes. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G
5:35 pm Massive Moves - Country Cottage -Teams of engineers and truckers face some daunting challenges as they transport monstrous structures that were never meant to leave their foundations. This episode, a single mum uses her life savings on a cottage that has been in her family for four generations, but is now in danger of being demolished if she can't move it to another location. (From the UK) (Factual Entertainment) (Rpt) G CC
6:00 pm Giro d'Italia 2015 Daily Highlights - Highlights from the 2015 Giro d'Italia. The 98th edition of the tour of Italy covers 3,489 kilometres over 21 thrilling stages of racing through picturesque Italian terrain to the finish line in Milan. (Cycling) CC
6:30 pm If You Are The One - With a viewing audience of up to 50 million per episode, this popular Chinese dating show is a cultural phenomenon. A lone male suitor has to impress a panel of 24 single women, who can then register their interest or disinterest in the man through the use of their podium lights. Popular host Meng Fei oversees the action in front of a large studio audience. (From China, in Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G
7:30 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)
8:00 pm The Office - Counseling - Corporate assigns Michael to counseling with Toby. Dwight vows revenge on the Steamtown Mall after a shop owner snubs him. Meanwhile, Pam conspires to change her job title. (S.7,Ep.2) (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG
8:30 pm Movie Mayhem with Marc Fennell: Evil Dead II - Presented by Marc Fennell as part of Movie Mayhem, the lone survivor of an onslaught of flesh-possessing spirits holds up in a cabin with a group of strangers while the demons continue their attack. (From the US) (Movie) (Horror) (1987) (Rpt) MA(V) **Gorefest Season**
10:00 pm Movie Mayhem with Marc Fennell: Army Of Darkness - Bruce Campbell stars as Ash, a hapless housewares clerk time-warped back to the Dark Ages by the demonic power of the Necronomicon. Now armed with only a '73 Oldsmobile, his trusty chainsaw and a 12- gauge double-barreled S-Mart shotgun, our knuckleheaded hero must battle vicious she- bitches, a diabolical Evil Ash and the relentless hordes of the medieval dead in the most outrageously spectacular horror comedy every made. (From the US) (Movie) (Horror) (Rpt) M(H,S,V,L) **Gorefest Season**
11:45 pm @midnight - A rotating lineup of today's top comedians will battle nightly to determine who has the funniest take on the day's social media and pop culture happenings and wear the crown of funniest person on Earth. (From the USA) (Comedy) M(S) SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Wednesday May 27th, 2015
12:15 am The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)
12:45 am Movie: Crows: 0 - The son of a yakuza boss transfers to the toughest school in town in order to prove himself to his father. If he can conquer the school, he will be allowed to succeed his father as the head of his crime syndicate. Based on the epic Hiroshi Takahasi manga, Crows. Directed by Takashi Miike and stars Shun Oguri, Takayuki Yabe and Meisa Kuroki. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Action/Adventure) (2007) (Rpt) MAV (V)
3:10 am DW News In English From Berlin - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin. SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Thursday May 28th, 2015
5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.
6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.
7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.
7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.
8:00 am Maltese News - News from Public Broadcasting Services Limited, Malta, in Maltese, no subtitles.
8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.
9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.
9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.
10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.
11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.
11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Hindi News - News via satellite from NDTV India, in Hindi, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.
1:00 pm Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
1:35 pm German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
2:05 pm Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
3:05 pm Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
4:00 pm Iron Chef – Pike Conger - Chefs from all over the world come to Kitchen Stadium to do culinary battle with one of Chairman Kaga's "Iron Chefs." Both the challenger and the Iron Chef have one hour to prepare a meal in which each course must prominently include the featured ingredient for that day's show. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Food/Entertainment) (Rpt) G
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Thursday May 28th, 2015
4:45 pm Vs. Arashi - In this highly physical game and variety show, Japanese pop idols Arashi pit their wits, strength and courage against a different team of entertainers or sportspeople every week. The battles are intense as the teams compete for points and very cool prizes. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G
5:35 pm Massive Moves - Rural Ranch - Teams of engineers and truckers face some daunting challenges as they transport monstrous structures that were never meant to leave their foundations. Kentucky couple Donna and John Bertram call in Ohio Valley House Movers to save their stunning redwood ranch from the wreckers ball. But with the house too big to be moved on the roads it first needs to be cut in half, trucked over ditches, under power lines and down rock fall prone highways. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
6:00 pm Giro d'Italia 2015 Daily Highlights - Highlights from the 2015 Giro d'Italia. The 98th edition of the tour of Italy covers 3,489 kilometres over 21 thrilling stages of racing through picturesque Italian terrain to the finish line in Milan. (Cycling) CC
6:30 pm If You Are The One - With a viewing audience of up to 50 million per episode, this popular Chinese dating show is a cultural phenomenon. A lone male suitor has to impress a panel of 24 single women, who can then register their interest or disinterest in the man through the use of their podium lights. Popular host Meng Fei oversees the action in front of a large studio audience. (From China, in Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G
7:30 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)
8:00 pm Dara O'briain: School Of Hard Sums - Guest Comedian David O’Doherty pits common sense against Dara’s big maths brain as they battle it out to solve real life problems. Professor Marcus Du Sautoy sets the questions. Today’s theme is, ‘Positions, and how maths can help you find the best ones’. (S.1,Ep.2) (From the UK & Japan) (Entertainment Series) (class tba) **New Episode**
8:30 pm South Park - Cartman's Silly Hate Crime - Cartman throws a rock at Token's head, but instead of detention, he is tried and convicted for a federal hate crime. The other boys need Cartman for ballast in their sled race, so they try to help him escape. When that doesn't work, they give a presentation to the governor that illustrates the hypocrisy of "hate crime" legislation. Meanwhile Cartman Is finding It hard to adapt to life on the inside. (From the US) (Animated Comedy Series) (Rpt) M(A) CC
9:00 pm Town Of The Living Dead - Zombie Stunt Double - Chase's fear of heights and overprotective mother prove to be problematic as the cast prepares for a dangerous stunt scene. Bryan sets Terry up on an awkward blind date. (S.1,Ep.7) (From the US) (Reality Series) M(A) **New Episode**
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Thursday May 28th, 2015
9:30 pm On The Piste - This episode we meet two lively Irish girls who wanted to party in Pas for 5 days, but they pressed the wrong button on Ryanair, so they’re stuck here for 10 days. The party animals from County Kildare are on a mission to meet men, get drunk and cause havoc. Resort workers Danny, Sean and Chris take on the ultimate challenge - heli-skiing. But they’re hung over and at two and half kilometres above sea level, there is only one way down. Madcap DJ Craig is up to his old tricks as he stages a snow sculpturing competition called snow-cohol, which involves alcohol and snow man building. We meet three competitive brothers from Kidderminster who are on holiday without their parents. (S.1,Ep.5) (From the UK) (Entertainment/Reality Series) MA(N) **New Episode**
10:25 pm Orphan Black - Certain Agony Of The Battlefield - A streetwise hustler is pulled into a compelling conspiracy after witnessing the suicide of a girl who looks just like her. (S.3,Ep.6) (From Canada) (Drama Series) (class tba) **Encore**
11:15 pm South Park - Proper Condom Use - Cartman and friends provoke questions about the effectiveness of sex education as early as primary school. (From the US, in English) M (A) (Rpt) CC WS
11:45 pm @midnight - A rotating lineup of today's top comedians will battle nightly to determine who has the funniest take on the day's social media and pop culture happenings and wear the crown of funniest person on Earth. (From the USA) (Comedy) M(S)
12:15 am The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)
12:45 am Comedy Bang! Bang! - Aziz Ansari Wears a Charcoal Blazer - An elite team is dispatched inside Scott to cure his cold while he interviews Aziz Ansari and craft services coordinator Fabrice Fabrice (Nick Kroll). (From the US) (Comedy/Sketch Series) (Rpt) M(L)
1:15 am Movie: Welcome Home - 28-year-old Julien returns to his home town. He's spent the last 13 years in jail for the murder of his parents when he was 16 years old. Out on probation, he's looking for his sister - the sister he also tried to murder at the time. She survived, but now he wants to reconnect with her. Directed by Academy Award winning director Jean-Xavier Lestrade (Murder on a Sunday Morning) and stars Robinson Stevenin, Fanny Valette and Patrick Descamps. (From France, in French) (Drama) (2008) (Rpt) MAV (V,A)
3:15 am NHK World News In English From Tokyo - News and information on Japan's politics, business, culture, entertainment and more.
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Friday May 29th, 2015
5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.
6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.
7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.
7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.
8:00 am DW Global 3000 - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.
9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.
9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.
10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.
11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.
11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Hindi News - News via satellite from NDTV India, in Hindi, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.
1:00 pm Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
1:35 pm German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
2:05 pm Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
3:05 pm Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
4:00 pm Iron Chef – Corn - Chefs from all over the world come to Kitchen Stadium to do culinary battle with one of Chairman Kaga's "Iron Chefs." Both the challenger and the Iron Chef have one hour to prepare a meal in which each course must prominently include the featured ingredient for that day's show. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Food/Entertainment) (Rpt) G
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Friday May 29th, 2015
4:45 pm Vs. Arashi - In this highly physical game and variety show, Japanese pop idols Arashi pit their wits, strength and courage against a different team of entertainers or sportspeople every week. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G
5:35 pm Massive Moves - Minnesota Mansion - This episode, a family in Minnesota hires a crew of house truckers, the Andersons, to roll their massive mansion from a flood prone riverbank to their hilltop farm. (From the UK) (Documentary) G
6:00 pm Giro d'Italia 2015 Daily Highlights - Highlights from the 2015 Giro d'Italia. The 98th edition of the tour of Italy covers 3,489 kilometres over 21 thrilling stages of racing through picturesque Italian terrain to the finish line in Milan. (Cycling) CC
6:35 pm UEFA Europa League 2014-2015 Highlights - Highlights from the UEFA Europa League 2014-2015. (From Switzerland, in English) (Football)
7:30 pm Friday Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)
8:00 pm The Tim Ferriss Experiment - Rally Car Racing - Tim teams up with rally car professionals to learn the science and art of high-speed, high-risk racing. (S.1,Ep.2) (From the US) (Factual Entertainment) G **New Episode**
8:30 pm Geeks - Zante - In this episode, three magic obsessed males, and three Sherlock fanatic females zoom into Greek party island, Zante. After a tense meeting by the pool, the boys are not too pleased about sharing their palatial pad with a group of girls and self- proclaimed mind reader Chris wonders if he should take an early flight out of paradise. (S.1,Ep.4) (From the UK) (Entertainment/Reality Series) PG **New Episode**
9:30 pm Lost Girl - Caged Fae - This suspenseful fantasy noir series returns for a thrilling third season. After letting herself be arrested for bank robbery, Bo goes undercover behind bars at Hecuba, a Fae women’s prison from which the doctor who mentored Lauren has mysteriously disappeared. Meanwhile, as the warden and her head guard Thraso plan to use Bo in a Fae breeding scheme, a soon-to-be-released inmate named Sylvie schools her cellmate Bo on the ins and outs of Hecuba. But when Thraso singles Sylvie out for harassment, Bo’s efforts to intervene are rewarded with a brutal beating. (S.3,Ep.1) (From Canada) (Drama Series) MA(V) **Double Episode Series Return**
10:25 pm Lost Girl - Subterrfaenean - As Bo battles the night terrors brought on by her feelings for Lauren, Kenzi’s friend Aussie disappears during a walking tour performance about famous urban legends in the sewer tunnel. Because Aussie protected Kenzi when they were both living in the tunnels, Bo offers to help find him. Meanwhile, as Trick enlists a Dream Weaver to decipher Bo’s nightmares, a police investigation into a rogue Fae suspected in a series of underground attacks and disappearances teams Dyson with a new Dark Fae partner, Tamsin. And when evidence points to Bo as their culprit, Dyson can’t hide his contempt for Tamsin. (S.3,Ep.2) (From Canada) (Drama Series) MA(V) **Double Episode Series Return** SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Friday May 29th, 2015
11:15 pm Attack On Titan - To You, In 2000 Years - The Fall Of Shiganshina: Parts 1 & 2- Attack on Titan is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Hajime Isayama. Set in a world where humanity lives inside cities surrounded by enormous walls due to the Titans, gigantic humanoid creatures who devour humans seemingly without reason. The story centres on Eren Jaeger, his adoptive sister Mikasa Ackerman, and their friend Armin Arlert, whose lives are changed forever after the appearance of a colossal titan brings about the destruction of their home town and the death of Eren's mother. Vowing revenge and to reclaim the world from the Titans, Eren, Mikasa and Armin join the Survey Corps, an elite group of soldiers who fight Titans outside the walls. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Animation) (Entertainment) (Rpt) MA(V)
12:15 am Friday Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)
12:45 am PopAsia - Features back-to-back videos from artists across Asia and all the latest news and interviews from the Korean, Japanese, Mandarin and Cantonese pop scenes. Hosted by Jamaica dela Cruz and Andy Trieu. (An SBS Production) (Entertainment Series) PG
2:45 am NHK World News In English From Tokyo - News and information on Japan's politics, business, culture, entertainment and more. SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Saturday May 30th, 2015
5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.
6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.
7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.
7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.
8:00 am Hungarian News - News via satellite from Duna TV (DTV) Budapest, in Hungarian, no subtitles.
8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.
9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.
9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.
10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.
11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite f rom NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.
11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Hindi News - News via satellite from NDTV India, in Hindi, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.
1:00 pm Mysterious Cities Of Gold - The Abduction Of Zia - Zia, Mendoza, Pedor and Sancho land on the island that they have seen from their raft. From what they can work out, it seems that the island is part of the Galapagos archipelago. (S.1,Ep.5) (From France, in English) (Animated Series) (Rpt) PG
1:30 pm Mysterious Cities Of Gold - The Ship Solaris - Tao, now very hospitable to his new friends, shows them his tree fort. He tells them that he is the descendant of the people of Mu, a race of high civilisation, whose empire was destroyed by a terrible disaster. (S.1,Ep.6) (From France, in English) (Animated Series) (Rpt) PG
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Saturday May 30th, 2015
2:00 pm Kung Fu Changed My Life - Liverpool - The ancient discipline of kung fu meets the hard-core street culture of modern Britain as Shaolin monk and martial arts master Matthew Ahmet mentors a group of young men and women from inner city estates across the UK. Ahead of them lie gruelling twelve-hour days, basic living conditions and physical endurance training that will test their resolve to the limit. (From the US) (Documentary Series) (Part 2 of 6) (Rpt) PG
2:55 pm Girls Get Out There - This documentary series shows the essence of surfing as a sport and lifestyle through eight young women. From surfing to helping mother nature, follow their travels and surfing adventures as they make their way down the coast of Africa and back up again. (Ep.1) (From the US) (Documentary) (Sport) (class tba) **New Series Premiere Double Episode**
3:30 pm Girls Get Out There - This documentary series shows the essence of surfing as a sport and lifestyle through eight young women. From surfing to helping mother nature, follow their travels and surfing adventures as they make their way down the coast of Africa and back up again. (Ep.2) (From the US) (Documentary) (Sport) (class tba) **New Series Premiere Double Episode**
4:00 pm Monster Moves - Dream Move - Imagine the challenge of trying to move an entire house - fixtures, fixings, brick walls, chimney, windows and roof - intact through a major city, over a mountain range or across a frozen lake. While this may sound impossible to some - it's just another day on the job for the teams of building movers in Monster Moves. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC WS
5:00 pm Departures - Cuba - Avoiding the resorts and the all-inclusive vacation, Scott Wilson and Justin Lukach rent a car and head towards the tobacco fields around Viñales. There, they grab a couple of horses to ride into the countryside and try some sugarcane rum. On their way to Trinidad they pick up a hitchhiker, play a game of baseball with some kids, and are invited to take part in a traditional Santeria ceremony. But even the swinging machete, beating drums, sacrificed chicken, rum and cigars won't end this trip. They drive along the south east coast and visit Fidel Castro's remote hideout on their way to Carnival in Santiago de Cuba. (From Canada) (Documentary/Travel) (Rpt) PG(A)
6:00 pm Giro d'Italia 2015 Daily Highlights - Highlights from the 2015 Giro d'Italia. The 98th edition of the tour of Italy covers 3,489 kilometres over 21 thrilling stages of racing through picturesque Italian terrain to the finish line in Milan. (Cycling) CC
6:30 pm Heston's Feasts - Heston's 80s Feast - Top chef Heston Blumenthal sets out to reinvent famous past or imagined feasts for celebrity diners. Tonight, Heston returns to the 1980s, cooking up sake champagne in a giant mobile phone with edible sushi money, the ultimate toasted sandwich, a power lobster in the microwave, and a weightless floating dessert combining vienetta and tiramisu. (From the UK) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Saturday May 30th, 2015
7:30 pm If You Are The One - With a viewing audience of up to 50 million per episode, this popular Chinese dating show is a cultural phenomenon. A lone male suitor has to impress a panel of 24 single women, who can then register their interest or disinterest in the man through the use of their podium lights. Popular host Meng Fei oversees the action in front of a large studio audience. (From China, in Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) G **New Episode**
8:30 pm Charley Boorman's Extreme Frontiers: South Africa - Join adventurer Charley Boorman as he sets off on an epic motorbike adventure, making his way through the stunning, rugged and often unknown South Africa. Teaming up with producer/director Russ Malkin, they journey in a circular route starting and finishing in Cape Town, taking on all corners of this wild and varied African country, experiencing the deeply rooted cultures, the extraordinary people, the remarkable wildlife and the heart-stopping adventures along the way. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) PG CC
9:30 pm Dig - Pilot - An action-thriller from the creators of Homeland and Heroes, DIG is a murder mystery set against the backdrop of modern day Jerusalem; a city shrouded in ancient intrigue, and a Jerusalem-based FBI agent who uncovers a plot that dates back 2000 years. The 10-part season follows FBI agent Peter Connelly who has had his fair share of heartbreak. Anxious to leave his personal demons behind, Peter takes a job stationed in Israel under the guidance of his new boss, and occasional lover, Lynn Monahan. When he sets out to solve the murder of a young American, Peter soon finds himself embroiled in an international mystery that delves into the Holy Land’s darkest secrets. Stars Jason Isaacs and Anne Heche. (S.1,Ep.1) (From the US) (Drama Series) M(S,V) CC **Encore**
10:40 pm Real Humans - Break In, Break Loose - This ten-part Swedish drama series is set in a parallel present day in which robots have become so human it is barely possible to distinguish them from real people. This new generation of 'hubots' were initially created to be mechanised servants and labourers. However, as an ever growing number of people begin to form intimate relationships with hubots, the boundaries between human and machine become blurred. Stars Andreas Wilson, Lisette Pagler and Pia Halvorsen. (From Sweden, in Swedish) (Drama Series) (Rpt) M (S,N,V,L)
SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 22
Saturday May 30th, 2015 AL MARKETS EXCLUDING WA 11:50 pm Real Humans - Trust No One - In a parallel present day, robots have become so human it is barely possible to distinguish them from real people. In this episode, a double murder is discovered in the old house where the rogue hubots charged their batteries and the police take up the hunt for the perpetrators. Inger has trouble accepting Anita, while at the same time money starts disappearing around the house. Roger's hatred of all hubots grows, especially the one his ex-wife lives with. Stars Andreas Wilson, Lisette Pagler and Pia Halvorsen. (From Sweden, in Swedish) (Drama Series) (Rpt) M (V,N)
1:00 am Gunther's E.R. - Minutes From Death - In a series of master classes, Doctors Gunther von Hagens and John Heyworth recreate serious injuries on human bodies. They reveal what happens to the body when faced with assaults or accidents, and show what doctors, nurses and first-aiders can do, working against the clock, to try to preserve life. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Part 1 of 3) (Rpt) MA (N)
1:55 am Movie: Mad Detective - A rookie cop asks a retired detective inspector to help solve a crime involving a missing police officer and a number of robberies involving the missing officer's gun. The retired detective, Bun, was recognised as a gifted criminal profiler until he went mad several years ago and was forced to retire. Directed by Johnny To and Ka- Fai Wai, and stars Ching Wan Lau, Andy On and Ka Tung Lam. (From Hong Kong, in Cantonese) (Thriller) (2007) (Rpt) MAV (V)
3:35 am CCTV News In English From Beijing - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV), the nation's largest national broadcasting network.
Saturday May 30th, 2015 WESTERN AUSTRALIA 11:50 pm Giro D'Italia – Stage 20: Saint-Vincent to Sestriere - Watch every stage of the first of the 2015 cycling season’s Grand Tours. The 98th edition of the tour of Italy covers 3,489 kilometres over 21 thrilling stages of racing through the Italian countryside to the finish line in Milan. 22 teams of nine riders start the 2015 Giro d’Italia, among them an elite contingent of Aussies in action. SBS’s coverage will be hosted by award-winning cycling journalist Michael Tomalaris with former professional cyclist Henk Vogels. Commentary will be provided by Matt Keenan and former Giro d’Italia stage winner David McKenzie. (Cycling) CC (not live in WA)
1:45 am Movie: Mad Detective - A rookie cop asks a retired detective inspector to help solve a crime involving a missing police officer and a number of robberies involving the missing officer's gun. The retired detective, Bun, was recognised as a gifted criminal profiler until he went mad several years ago and was forced to retire. Directed by Johnny To and Ka- Fai Wai, and stars Ching Wan Lau, Andy On and Ka Tung Lam. (From Hong Kong, in Cantonese) (Thriller) (2007) (Rpt) MAV (V)
3:20 am CCTV News In English From Beijing - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV), the nation's largest national broadcasting network.