Week 51 Sunday December 13th, 2015

5:00 am Korean News - News via satellite from YTN Korea, in Korean, no .

5:30 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

6:10 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

6:30 am Chinese News - News via satellite from CCTV Beijing, in Mandarin, 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 Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:35 am Punjabi News - Punjabi news service.

12:05 pm Hindi News - News via satellite from NDTV , in Hindi, no subtitles.

12:30 pm Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

1:00 pm Movie: Wolf - Filmed on location in the striking Siberian mountains, 16-year-old Sergei has been entrusted to drive his clan's reindeer herd across the summer pastures and protect them with his life against the wolves that hunt them. Trained from childhood to kill the dreaded wolves, he is forced to question his mission when he comes face to face with some wolf cubs and their mother. Directed by Nicolas Vanier and stars Nicolas Brioudes, Pom Klementieff and Min Man Ma. (From France, in French) (Drama) (2009) (Rpt) PG

DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Sunday December 13th, 2015

2:55 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

3:20 pm Secret Life Of ... - This cheeky and provocative biography series dishes the dirt on icons of the past. Get all the gossip on history's biggest stars, from Henry VIII to Marie Antoinette. Unlike the tabloids though, all the facts are rigorously researched. The result? A rare glimpse into the rarefied world of the rich, famous and scandalous. (From the UK) (Biography Series) (Rpt) PG

3:50 pm The Pitch - Popchips - This series goes behind the closed doors of the world of advertising as America's top creative ad agencies go head to head to win a real campaign from a major brand. Each week, two different agencies will prepare and present their pitch. In this episode, a new agency, Conversation, goes into battle with a team of industry veterans, BooneOakley, in an effort to win the business of the emerging snack brand, Popchips. But things take a turn when the veterans lose their star employee. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) M (L)

4:40 pm Heston's Feasts - Fairytale Feast - Top chef Heston Blumenthal sets out to reinvent famous past or imagined feasts for celebrity diners. Tonight, Heston makes a fairytale meal featuring a Cinderella pumpkin, a stuffed boar's head inspired by Snow White, and an edible Hansel and Gretel house for pudding. His guests include actress Fay Ripley and broadcaster Hardeep Singh Kohli. (From the UK) (Food Series) (Rpt) M (A,L) CC

5:40 pm Dare 2 Dance - Bollywood star Akshay Kumar hosts this entertaining dance show, where the contestants are tested not only on their dancing prowess, but also on endurance and determination. Ten well-known faces from the Indian dance scene will be doing things that they have never done before, and testing not only their skills but facing their fears as well. (From India, in Hindi and English) Entertainment Series) G **New Episode**

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 - Canada on Strike - The leader of the World Canadian Bureau takes the country into a long painful strike, demanding "some of that Internet money" from the other nations. The boys find themselves responsible for resolving the strike so they can see some new episodes of 'Terrance & Phillip'. (From the US) (Animated Comedy Series) (Rpt) M (A,S) CC

9:00 pm Drunk History – Cleveland - Wayne Wheeler leads the Prohibition charge, Dorothy Fuldheim paves the way for women in journalism, and Muhammad Ali refuses to fight in the Vietnam War. Wayne Wheeler becomes the face of Prohibition, Dorothy Fuldheim breaks barriers in news broadcasting, and Muhammad Ali refuses to fight in the Vietnam War. Featuring Gaius Charles, Samm Levine, Mary Elizabeth Ellis, George Wallace and Ron Funches. (S.3,Ep.5) (From the US) (Comedy Series) M(A,L) **New Episode** DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Sunday December 13th, 2015

9:25 pm South Park - (Details TBA) **New Episode**

9:50 pm Ali G: Remixed - Creator and star Sacha Baron Cohen provides original introductions to episodes of his BAFTA Award-winning comedy series ‘Da Ali G Show’ and ‘The Best of Ali G’, featuring the characters of British hip-hop enthusiast Ali G, Kazakhstani TV reporter Borat and Austrian fashion expert Brüno. One nation. Under G - Booyakasha! (From the UK) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) M(S,L)

10:15 pm Sex Addicts - It appears that no stakes are high enough for a sex addict craving for his or her “drug”: a man destined for the presidency of France multiplies his scandalous adventures on the eve of his election; a renowned surgeon visits a prostitute while an car-accident victim waits on the operating table; an employee risks being fired by surfing porn websites on the job. It's hard to imagine that these people can put so much on the line just to satisfy their sexual urges? And yet, it’s the reality. How can the search for the most natural of pleasures finish in the worst of nightmares? Through accounts from people directly affected by this addiction, this program journeys into the heart of an illness that is eating people away. (From France, in French) (Documentary) M(S,A) **Premiere**

11:15 pm Sex With Sunny Megatron - Role Plays - A couple demonstrates to Sunny how race and interracial relationships can be considered taboo. Sunny finds out how temperature affects peoples’ mood for sex. An artist applies liquid latex to a couple who describe it as having a second skin. Sunny asks her panel of friends and experts what their taboos are. A taboo never to be talked about is golden showers. Sunny, however, not only talks about it, she takes us to a party dedicated to it. (S.1,Ep.7) (From the US) (Documentary) MA(N,A,S) **New Episode**

11:50 pm In Her Skin - Mystery, love and scandal intertwine in this addictive telenovela about two murdered souls fighting for the control of one body. (From US, in Spanish) (Drama Series) M

12:40 am In Her Skin - Mystery, love and scandal intertwine in this addictive telenovela about two murdered souls fighting for the control of one body. (From US, in Spanish) (Drama Series) M

1:30 am Movie: Lemon Tree - The story of a Palestinian widow, Salma, who must defend her lemon tree grove when a new Israeli defence minister moves next door and threatens to have her lemon grove torn down for security reasons. Her only supporter in the struggle is the wife of the defence minister, Mira. Directed by Eran Riklis and stars Hiam Abbass, Rona Lipaz-Michael and Ali Suliman. (From Israel, in Hebrew, Arabic and English) (Drama) (2008) (Rpt) PG

3:25 am CCTV News In English From Beijing - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV), the nation's largest national broadcasting network. (News)

DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Monday December 14th, 2015

5:00 am Korean News - News via satellite from YTN Korea, in Korean, no subtitles.

5:30 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

6:10 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

6:30 am Chinese News - News via satellite from CCTV Beijing, in Mandarin, 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.

11:00 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:35 am Punjabi News - Punjabi news service.

12:05 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 Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

1:30 pm Tamil News - News via satellite from PolimerTV as broadcast in India (Chennai), in Tamil, no subtitles.

2:00 pm Thai News - News via satellite from Thai Public Broadcasting Service, in Thai, no subtitles. (News)

2:30 pm Sri Lankan Sinhalese News - News from Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation Colombo Sri Lanka, in Sinhalese, no subtitles.

3:00 pm Bangla News - News via satellite from Channel i Bangladesh, in Bangla, no subtitles.

DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Monday December 14th, 2015

3:30 pm Romanian News - News via satellite from TVRi Bucharest Romania, in Romanian, no subtitles.

4:00 pm Dara O Briain: School Of Hard Sums - Lee Mack And Miles Jupp - Guest comedians Lee Mack and Miles Jupp pit their muscles and common sense against Dara’s mathematically- minded brain as they battle it out to solve puzzles and problems set by Oxford Professor Marcus du Sautoy. Today’s theme is 'Maths for Pirates'. (S.3,Ep.2) (From the UK, in English & Japanese) (Entertainment Series) G CC **New Episode**

4:50 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

5:50 pm American Ninja Warrior - This heart-racing competition series is back for a sixth season, with hosts Matt Iseman, former NFL player Akbar Gbaja Biamila, and co-host Jenn Brown. The action-packed series follows competitors as they tackle the world’s most difficult obstacle courses in qualifying and finals rounds in Los Angeles, Dallas, St. Louis Miami and Denver, with the national finals round in Las Vegas, on a four-stage course modelled after the famed Mount Midoriyama. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

6:35 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

7:35 pm Community - Horror Fiction In Seven Spooky Steps - When Britta finds that an anonymous personality test suggests that one of them is a homicidal maniac, the study group members use a series of scary Halloween stories to expose the killer. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG(H,V)

8:00 pm Community - Advanced Gay - When a drag queen’s song makes Hawthorne Wipes an iconic gay product, Pierce (Chevy Chase) embraces it – until his homophobic dad Cornelius (guest star Larry Cedar) shows up to squelch the idea. Meanwhile, Vice Dean Laybourne (guest star John Goodman) recruits Troy (Donald Glover) for his air conditioning repair school. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG(S)

8:30 pm Movies For Mondays: The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo - While working to solve the mystery of a 40-year-old murder, a discredited journalist and a mysterious tattooed computer hacker discover that even the wealthiest families have skeletons in their closets. Inspired by late author Stieg Larsson's successful trilogy of books. Winner of the 2011 BAFTA for Best Film not in the English Language. Directed by Niels Arden Oplev and stars Michael Nyqvist, Noomi Rapace and Lena Endre. (From , in Swedish) (Thriller) (2009) (Rpt) MAV (L,S,V)

DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Monday December 14th, 2015

11:15 pm Movies For Mondays: Farewell - This compelling French spy thriller tells the true story of little- known KGB Colonel Sergei Grigoriev. Growing increasingly disillusioned with the Soviet government during the darkest days of the Cold War, the veteran Russian spy turns double agent and leaks state secrets to the West via the ear of French businessman, Pierre Froment. Directed by Christian Carion and stars Emir Kusturica, Willem Dafoe and Guillaume Canet. (From France, in French, English and Russian) (History) (2009) M (A,L) CC

1:15 am The Sarah Silverman Program - Not Without My Daughter - Sarah explores her sexuality. Brian punishes Steve for pressuring him to try a new soft drink. (From the USA) (Comedy) (Rpt) M(S)

1:45 am Free Radio - Lance Gets a Billboard - Lance gets his first taste of real fame with a bus stop billboard advertising his new morning show. Jack Coleman (Heroes), Spanx inventor Sarah Blakely and Daniela Sea (L Word) all find out what happens when Lance doesn't get the attention he thinks he deserves. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG

2:10 am RuPaul's Drag Race - Re-United! - In this reunion special, all nine contestants return to give their take on what happened during the show. Plus, the girls confront the judges...and each other! (From the US) (Entertainment) (Rpt) M(L)

3:05 am A Totally Different Me - A young man sets out find out exactly what happened to his brain to turn him into a different person. At 21, Chris was a burly, rugby-playing straight man - but then an accident triggered a series of events in his brain and as he recovered a new Chris emerged. Today he still lives in the same Welsh village but is now a slim gay hairdresser interested in fashion and interior décor. This radical transformation has caused family rifts as relatives struggle to accept his new identity - many doubting his story about how it happened. The documentary follows Chris in his search for answers, talking to medical experts and others who have experienced similar personality changing events when they least expected it. Will Chris be re-united with his family? Can he find out what happened inside his head? And, now settled with a boyfriend, can he be sure that he won't "get better" and revert to his old self? (From the UK) (Documentary) (Sexuality) (Rpt) (class tba)

4:05 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.

DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Tuesday December 15th, 2015

5:00 am Korean News - News via satellite from YTN Korea, in Korean, no subtitles.

5:30 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

6:10 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

6:30 am Chinese News - News via satellite from CCTV Beijing, in Mandarin, 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.

11:00 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:35 am Punjabi News - Punjabi news service.

12:05 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 Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

1:30 pm Tamil News - News via satellite from PolimerTV as broadcast in India (Chennai), in Tamil, no subtitles.

2:00 pm Thai News - News via satellite from Thai Public Broadcasting Service, in Thai, no subtitles. (News)

2:30 pm Sri Lankan Sinhalese News - News from Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation Colombo Sri Lanka, in Sinhalese, no subtitles.

3:00 pm Bangla News - News via satellite from Channel i Bangladesh, in Bangla, no subtitles.

3:30 pm Nepali News - News via satellite from Nepal Television in Kathmandu, in Nepali, no subtitles. DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Tuesday December 15th, 2015

4:00 pm Mysterious Cities Of Gold - 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. (From France, in English) (Animation) (Rpt) PG

4:35 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 Urban Freestyler - Mike Delaney - Against the backdrop of London's gritty, urban landscape watch some of the world's top football freestylers perform amazing tricks. (From the UK) (Short) (Rpt) G

5:40 pm American Ninja Warrior - This heart-racing competition series is back for a sixth season, with hosts Matt Iseman, former NFL player Akbar Gbaja Biamila, and co-host Jenn Brown. The action-packed series follows competitors as they tackle the world’s most difficult obstacle courses in qualifying and finals rounds in Los Angeles, Dallas, St. Louis Miami and Denver, with the national finals round in Las Vegas, on a four-stage course modelled after the famed Mount Midoriyama. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

6:35 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

7:35 pm Community - Studies in Modern Movement - Annie has second thoughts about moving in with Troy and Abed once she realises that they expect her to live in a blanket fort. Meanwhile, Jeff tells his friends he is sick in order to get out of helping with the move, only to be blackmailed by Dean Pelton into spending the day with him. (Froim the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG

8:05 pm Community - Documentary Film Making: Redux - As Dean Pelton films an updated commercial for Greendale, the production takes a wild turn once he discovers that a famous Greendale alum has agreed to appear in the ad. Meanwhile, Abed decides to make a documentary of the proceedings. Guest starring Luis Guzman. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG

8:30 pm Don't Tell My Mother I'm In... - Antarctica - After a six and a half hour plane ride from Cape Town, South Africa, Diego arrives on the almost featureless 2,000 metre thick ice sheet that covers Antarctica. The sun rose here last October, it won’t set until March. Now he has just 28 days to adjust to the highest, driest, windiest, emptiest, coldest (and right now, brightest) place on earth. Here Diego will join scientists as they go about their daily experiments, poking and prodding the environment to help us learn what is going on in our planet and beyond. But there’s more to life here than just scientific research. Here Diego experiences life with all of its eccentricities. (S.5,Ep.2) (From France, in English & France) (Documentary) G **New Episode** DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Tuesday December 15th, 2015

9:25 pm Living With The Enemy - Immigration - When Abraham arrived in he knew two words in English, ‘yes’ and ‘no’, and he consistently confused the two of them. He is now the Slam Poet Champion of Victoria and recently came third in the national titles. He is also about to have his second book published and perform at the Glastonbury festival. However, he still can’t get a job, is subjected to daily racism, and won’t travel on the train after dark. Nick is the founder of a fledgling political party who says allowing Africans like Abraham into Australia is asking for trouble. He believes they can’t assimilate, are a welfare drain on the economy and have nothing to contribute to a society built on Anglo-Celtic foundations. This is one of the most explosive and moving episodes in the series. (Commissioned by SBS) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) PG CC

10:25 pm Lip Service - When Sam makes an unexpected visit to the flat; a wedge is driven between her and her friends. The situation with Lexy's stalker intensifies, but luckily Tess is on hand to help although Hugh proves an obstacle. Meanwhile Sadie's relationship with Lauren heats up. (From the UK) (Drama Series) (Rpt) MA(S)

11:30 pm South Park - Red Hot Catholic Love - Father Maxi announces that some of the parish's boys will be able to participate on a weekend boat trip with bishops and priests from around the country, but their parents are not so keen. (From the US, in English) (Animated Comedy Series) (Rpt) M (L,A) CC WS

11:55 pm Cordon - The centre of Antwerp is sealed off from the outside world when a contagious and deadly virus spreads like wildfire. The quarantine has been prolonged, and one of Miss Katja's children starts to show worrying symptoms. (S,1 Ep, 3) (From Belgium) (Drama series) (Rpt) M (V, A, L)

12:55 am In The Flesh - Macy's soldier son Rick, with whom Kieren was very close, returns from Afghanistan severely scarred. He too is a 'rotter' but as Macy's boy, has some protection. Amy persuades Kieren to attend Rick's homecoming party but it is interrupted by a call for a zombie hunt. Meanwhile, a father and daughter pair of rotters are found but Kieren persuades Rick not to kill them. (From the UK) (Drama series) (Rpt) M(V,H,L)

1:55 am The Tales Of Nights - Dream Conversations - Erotic tales from South Korea. A young man who dreams of being a dancer, yet has no talent for it, meets a beggar who possesses a door to the future. Through it, he realises his ambition and meets his wife-to-be. (From South Korea, in Korean) (Drama Series) (Rpt) MA (S)

2:50 am The Tales Of Nights - The Hypnotist - Erotic tales from South Korea. A hypnotist tries to win back his ex-lover by erasing her memory and that of her boyfriend. (From South Korea, in Korean) (Drama Series) (Rpt) MA (S)

3:55 am France 24 News In English From Paris - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events.

DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Wednesday December 16th, 2015

5:00 am Korean News - News via satellite from YTN Korea, in Korean, no subtitles.

5:30 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

6:10 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

6:30 am Chinese News - News via satellite from CCTV Beijing, in Mandarin, 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.

11:00 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:35 am Punjabi News - Punjabi news service.

12:05 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 Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

1:30 pm Tamil News - News via satellite from PolimerTV as broadcast in India (Chennai), in Tamil, no subtitles.

2:00 pm Thai News - News via satellite from Thai Public Broadcasting Service, in Thai, no subtitles. (News)

2:30 pm Sri Lankan Sinhalese News - News from Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation Colombo Sri Lanka, in Sinhalese, no subtitles.

3:00 pm Bangla News - News via satellite from Channel i Bangladesh, in Bangla, no subtitles.

3:30 pm African News - African news in English from France 24. DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Wednesday December 16th, 2015

4:00 pm Mysterious Cities Of Gold - 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. (From France, in English) (Animation) (Rpt) PG

4:35 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 The Date - Tino, 16, has to host a date for Diablo, his family's stud cat. Tino's manhood is also put into test in front of two women. (From Finland, in Finnish) (Short Film) (Drama) (2012) (Rpt) PG

5:40 pm American Ninja Warrior - Denver Finals - This heart-racing competition series is back for a sixth season, with hosts Matt Iseman, former NFL player Akbar Gbaja Biamila, and co-host Jenn Brown. The action-packed series follows competitors as they tackle the world’s most difficult obstacle courses in qualifying and finals rounds in Los Angeles, Dallas, St. Louis Miami and Denver, with the national finals round in Las Vegas, on a four-stage course modelled after the famed Mount Midoriyama. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

6:35 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

7:35 pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine - The Slump - Jake has a slew of unsolved cases that he can’t seem to close and the other detectives don’t want his losing streak to rub off on them. Meanwhile, Holt asks Amy to run lead on the Junior Policeman Program for at-risk youth and she enlists Rosa and Gina’s help. Boyle helps Sergeant Jeffords with a special case. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG CC

8:00 pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine - M.E. Time - Much to the team’s annoyance, Jake hits on an attractive medical examiner, Dr Rossi (guest star Mary Elizabeth Ellis), at a crime scene and holds up the autopsy report. He learns his lesson when Dr. Rossi turns out to be more than he bargained for. Meanwhile, Amy’s purse-snatching case is stalled when the sketch artist is out sick, but she discovers that Sgt. Jeffords has hidden artistic talents. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG CC

8:30 pm Movie Mayhem with Marc Fennell: Drag Me To Hell - A loan officer who evicts an old woman from her home finds herself the recipient of a supernatural curse. Desperate, she turns to a seer to try and save her soul, while evil forces work to push her to a breaking point. (From the US) (Movie) (Horror) (2009) MA(V)

10:20 pm Movie: Starry Eyes - A hopeful young starlet uncovers the ominous origins of the Hollywood elite and enters into a deadly agreement in exchange for fame and fortune. (From the US) (Movie) (Horror) (2014) (class tba) DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Wednesday December 16th, 2015

12:10 am Wilfred - Dogs of War - Sarah is aware of the growing tension between Wilfred and Adam and calls a meeting, demanding a ceasefire. Adam apologises to Wilfred and Wilfred graciously accepts, but a deadly psychological war is waged behind Sarah's back. (Commissioned by SBS, in English) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) MA (L,S) CC WS

12:40 am Shameless - Chatsworth estate is plunged into darkness as Marty and Aidan's latest scam goes badly wrong, leaving the residents fearing for their safety. The women of the estate gather at the Maguire house, where unexpected truths emerge as the alcohol starts to flow. Meanwhile, Frank accepts a costly challenge when Jamie organises a lock-in at the Jockey pub, while Marty discovers a new side to his personality after a close encounter with a lethal dose of electricity. Stars David Threlfall, Tina Malone and Aaron McCusker. (From the UK) (Drama Series) (Rpt) MA (D,L) CC

1:35 am Shameless - Chesney's cousin Toof arrives on the estate and tries to tempt him back to living with his grandad in Bradford. However, Patty urges him to stay in Chatsworth and build his future at the shop instead. Lillian auditions for new employees at the brothel, but Kelly and Ruby's advice leads to the business taking an unexpected new direction, while Jamie is frustrated by Gloria's denial. Stars David Threlfall, Tina Malone and Aaron McCusker. (From the UK) (Drama Series) (Rpt) M (N,D,S,L) CC

2:30 am Toast Of London - Afternoon Tea - Toast’s excitement at winning a part in a new play is tempered by two facts. One, his nemesis Ray Purchase is also in it. Two, there’s a rumour his director, Acker Herron, has a history of murdering difficult actors. Romantically, Toast has to choose between his old RADA contemporary, the fun loving and beautiful Greta Cargo, and a prostitute. Guest starring Harry Peacock and Geoff McGivern. (From the UK) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) M (S, L)

3:00 am Morgan Spurlock's New Britannia - Fun - Morgan Spurlock presents a satirical talk show that takes a comedic look at the differences between British and American culture. Each week, Morgan will scrutinise one particular aspect of British society, with the help of some big-name guests from both sides of the Atlantic. This week Morgan continues his tongue-in-cheek look at British culture when he delves into the funny side of Britain with comedians Doug Benson and Jon Richardson, and radio DJ Sara Cox. (From the UK) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) M (S,L,D)

3:55 am DW News In English From Berlin - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin.

DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Thursday December 17th, 2015

5:00 am Korean News - News via satellite from YTN Korea, in Korean, no subtitles.

5:30 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

6:10 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

6:30 am Chinese News - News via satellite from CCTV Beijing, in Mandarin, 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.

11:00 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:35 am Punjabi News - Punjabi news service.

12:05 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 Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

1:30 pm Tamil News - News via satellite from PolimerTV as broadcast in India (Chennai), in Tamil, no subtitles.

2:00 pm Thai News - News via satellite from Thai Public Broadcasting Service, in Thai, no subtitles. (News)

2:30 pm Sri Lankan Sinhalese News - News from Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation Colombo Sri Lanka, in Sinhalese, no subtitles.

3:00 pm Bangla News - News via satellite from Channel i Bangladesh, in Bangla, no subtitles.

DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Thursday December 17th, 2015

3:30 pm Somali News - News via satellite from Universal TV as broadcast in Somalia (Mogadishu), in Somali, no subtitles.

4:00 pm Mysterious Cities Of Gold - 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. (From France, in English) (Animation) (Rpt) PG

4:35 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 Urban Freestyler - Craig Dobson - Against the backdrop of London's gritty, urban landscape watch some of the world's top football freestylers perform amazing tricks. (From the UK) (Short) G

5:40 pm American Ninja Warrior - Denver Finals - This heart-racing competition series is back for a sixth season, with hosts Matt Iseman, former NFL player Akbar Gbaja Biamila, and co-host Jenn Brown. The action-packed series follows competitors as they tackle the world’s most difficult obstacle courses in qualifying and finals rounds in Los Angeles, Dallas, St. Louis Miami and Denver, with the national finals round in Las Vegas, on a four-stage course modelled after the famed Mount Midoriyama. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

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

7:35 pm Speed With Guy Martin - Pike's Peak - Motorbike racer Guy Martin is in the USA, hoping to smash the motorbike record at one of America’s oldest races - the Pike’s Peak International Hill Climb. The annual contest, known as ‘The Race to the Clouds’, sees riders compete against the clock on a gruelling mountainside track that finishes at over 4,000m above sea level. To learn the unique skills required in hill climb racing, Guy heads to the birthplace of the sport – Shelsley Walsh hill climb in Worcestershire. Racing up the course in an F1 style car, he realises that sheer horsepower and driving precision are essential. (S.2,Ep.2) (From the UK) (Documentary) PG **New Episode**

8:30 pm Mythbusters - Star Wars Special - Stand by for the biggest geek out in Mythbusters history! The team is testing a trio of Star Wars tall tales. First up Adam and Jamie tackle TaunTaun Sleeping bag. Then it’s Star Wars Swing. In Episode IV A New Hope Luke, makes a grappling hook swing across a chasm with Leia in one arm. With the help of actress Sophia Bush and a battalion of Storm troopers, Adam and Jamie recreate the scene to find out if it’s possible. And finally in Tek-Swee Tree Swing, Kari, Grant and Tory delve into Return of the Jedi and test if Ewok’s primitive weaponry could really have taken down the might of the Empire. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG CC

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Thursday December 17th, 2015

9:30 pm Miyazaki: The Kingdom Of Dreams And Madness - Studio Ghibli, the brainchild of directors Hayao Miyazaki, Isao Takahata and producer Toshio Suzuki, has captivated audiences the world over with its dreamlike, fantastical animations such as Spirited Away, Howl's Moving Castle and Grave of the Fireflies. This documentary looks at how they managed such an amazing run, and what could be next for the beloved studio.As Ghibli celebrates its 30th birthday, award-winning filmmaker Mami Sunada gives us unprecedented access into their unique, fascinating world. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Documentary) (class tba) **Premiere**

11:40 pm Beautiful Losers - In the 1990s, a loose-knit group of American artists and creators, many just out of their teens, began their careers. Influenced by the popular underground youth subcultures of the day, artists like Shepard Fairey, Mark Gonzales, Spike Jonze, Margaret Kilgallen, Mike Mills, Harmony Korine, and Ed Templeton began to create art that reflected the lifestyles they led. Many had no formal training and almost no conception of the inner workings of the art world, learning their craft through practice, trial and error, and good old-fashioned innovation. (From the US) (Documentary) (Rpt) MA CC

1:20 am Orphan Black - Mingling It's Own Nature With It - After hitting the road with Felix, Sarah is forced to turn to a ghost from her past - an old flame named, Cal Morison. When their brief respite is brutally shattered, Sarah realises that no matter how far she runs, it will never be far enough. (From Canada & the US) (Drama Series) (Rpt) MA(A,V)

2:10 am Banana - Sian loves Violet, and Violet loves Sian. But that’s just the start of their problems… When two lives collide, each has to make room for the other. And for uptight Sian and wild-at- heart Violet, opposites might attract, but they bring with them an awful lot of chaos. Can both women survive each other to find happiness? (S,1.Ep.3) (From the UK) (Drama) (Rpt) M (L)

2:40 am Heartless - Sebastian wants Sofie to exploit her relationship with Emilie to obtain more information about their secret. Nadja is now such a big danger that the siblings have to take drastic action to prevent her from revealing it. Josefine’s violent ex-boyfriend is harassing her and Sebastian has to deal with his presence. And just tells his daughters about their family secret from the past. (From , in Danish) (Drama Series) (Rpt) MA(S)

3:30 am Ugly Americans - Little Ship of Horrors - Follows social worker Mark Lilly as he helps new citizens, both human and supernatural, adapt to life in New York City. In this episode, Twayne throws a company party aboard a cruise ship, where Randall is introduced to a strange plant species. Randall gets sick from its dangerous pollen, and finds that Mark holds the key to his survival. (From the US) (Animated Comedy Series) (Rpt) M (A,S,L)

4:00 am NHK World English News - News and information on Japan's politics, business, culture, entertainment and more.

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Friday December 18th, 2015

5:00 am Korean News - News via satellite from YTN Korea, in Korean, no subtitles.

5:30 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

6:10 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

6:30 am Chinese News - News via satellite from CCTV Beijing, in Mandarin, 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 Bosnian News - News via satellite from Radio-Televizija Bosne i Hercegovine, Bosnia.

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.

11:00 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:35 am Punjabi News - Punjabi news service.

12:05 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 Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

1:30 pm Tamil News - News via satellite from PolimerTV as broadcast in India (Chennai), in Tamil, no subtitles.

2:00 pm Thai News - News via satellite from Thai Public Broadcasting Service, in Thai, no subtitles. (News)

2:30 pm Sri Lankan Sinhalese News - News from Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation Colombo Sri Lanka, in Sinhalese, no subtitles.

3:00 pm Bangla News - News via satellite from Channel i Bangladesh, in Bangla, no subtitles.

3:30 pm Armenian News - News via satellite from Channel H1 Armenia (Yerevan), in Armenian, no subtitles DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Friday December 18th, 2015 EASTER STATES (NSW, ACT, VIC & TAS)

4:00 pm Mysterious Cities Of Gold - 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. (From France, in English) (Animation) (Rpt) PG

4:30 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 UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC

5:00 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) (Rpt) G

5:30 pm Do Or Die - Antler Assault - In this episode of Do or Die, fight for your life when an aggressive stag corners you in the park. Think fast when a giant glacier cracks and falls, sending a deadly wall of water rushing toward your boat. And brace for impact when a botched mountain bike jump leaves you plummeting from 80 feet in the air. You never know when you’ll have to make a Do or Die decision are you ready? (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (class tba) **New Episode**

6:00 pm The Numbers Game - Are Your Superstitious? - Believe in good luck? Think all bad things come in 3s? Whether you regularly knock on wood or occasionally wear a lucky hat, superstition may be influencing your life in more ways than you know. This episode exposes your superstitions, and reveals where they come from. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) G **New Episode**

6:30 pm Mythbusters - Walk a Straight Line - Adam and Jamie explore the hundred-year-old conundrum that if blindfolded, can a person travel in a straight line? They decided to test the myth by walking, swimming and driving. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant and Tory check whether a load of mixed binary explosive (tannerite) that is placed in a car trunk can detonate if the car is rear- ended. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG CC

7:25 pm Hyundai A-League - Round 11: Newcastle Jets V Adelaide United Live - Round 11 of the Hyundai A-League kicks off on SBS 2 with live coverage as the Newcastle Jets take on Adelaide United at Hunter Stadium, Newcastle. The Friday night match coverage will be hosted by former Socceroo and A-League Champion David Zdrilic along with chief football analyst and ex-Socceroo Craig Foster. Match commentary will be provided by David Basheer and former English Premier League star Michael Bridges. Reporter Lucy Zelic will be on the sidelines at each match with player and coach interviews as well as updates throughout the night. (An SBS Production) (Football) **Live**

10:00 pm Movie: Ip Man 2 - Donnie Yen stars as Ip Man in this brilliantly choreographed kung fu film. It's 1949, and Ip Man has movede to Hong Kong in order to propagate his Wing Chun style. However, he faces rivalry from other martial artists, including the local Hung Gar master. Ip Man must fight to win his place among the ranks. (From Hong Kong, in Cantonese) (Martial Arts) (2010) M (V) DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Friday December 18th, 2015 SOUTH AUSTRALIA

4:00 pm Mysterious Cities Of Gold - 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. (From France, in English) (Animation) (Rpt) PG

4:30 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 UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC

5:00 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) (Rpt) G

5:30 pm Do Or Die - Antler Assault - In this episode of Do or Die, fight for your life when an aggressive stag corners you in the park. Think fast when a giant glacier cracks and falls, sending a deadly wall of water rushing toward your boat. And brace for impact when a botched mountain bike jump leaves you plummeting from 80 feet in the air. You never know when you’ll have to make a Do or Die decision are you ready? (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (class tba) **New Episode**

6:00 pm Mythbusters - Walk a Straight Line - Adam and Jamie explore the hundred-year-old conundrum that if blindfolded, can a person travel in a straight line? They decided to test the myth by walking, swimming and driving. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant and Tory check whether a load of mixed binary explosive (tannerite) that is placed in a car trunk can detonate if the car is rear- ended. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG CC

6:55 pm Hyundai A-League - Round 11: Newcastle Jets V Adelaide United Live - Round 11 of the Hyundai A-League kicks off on SBS 2 with live coverage as the Newcastle Jets take on Adelaide United at Hunter Stadium, Newcastle. The Friday night match coverage will be hosted by former Socceroo and A-League Champion David Zdrilic along with chief football analyst and ex-Socceroo Craig Foster. Match commentary will be provided by David Basheer and former English Premier League star Michael Bridges. Reporter Lucy Zelic will be on the sidelines at each match with player and coach interviews as well as updates throughout the night. (An SBS Production) (Football) **Live**

9:30 pm Movie: Ip Man 2 - Donnie Yen stars as Ip Man in this brilliantly choreographed kung fu film. It's 1949, and Ip Man has movede to Hong Kong in order to propagate his Wing Chun style. However, he faces rivalry from other martial artists, including the local Hung Gar master. Ip Man must fight to win his place among the ranks. (From Hong Kong, in Cantonese) (Martial Arts)

11:30 pm The Numbers Game - Are Your Superstitious? - Believe in good luck? Think all bad things come in 3s? Whether you regularly knock on wood or occasionally wear a lucky hat, superstition may be influencing your life in more ways than you know. This episode exposes your superstitions, and reveals where they come from. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) G **New Episode**

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Friday December 18th, 2015 QUEENSLAND

4:00 pm Mysterious Cities Of Gold - 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. (From France, in English) (Animation) (Rpt) PG

4:30 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 UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC

5:00 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) (Rpt) G

5:30 pm Do Or Die - Antler Assault - In this episode of Do or Die, fight for your life when an aggressive stag corners you in the park. Think fast when a giant glacier cracks and falls, sending a deadly wall of water rushing toward your boat. And brace for impact when a botched mountain bike jump leaves you plummeting from 80 feet in the air. You never know when you’ll have to make a Do or Die decision are you ready? (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (class tba) **New Episode**

6:00 pm The Numbers Game - Are Your Superstitious? - Believe in good luck? Think all bad things come in 3s? Whether you regularly knock on wood or occasionally wear a lucky hat, superstition may be influencing your life in more ways than you know. This episode exposes your superstitions, and reveals where they come from. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) G **New Episode**

6:25 pm Hyundai A-League - Round 11: Newcastle Jets V Adelaide United Live - Round 11 of the Hyundai A-League kicks off on SBS 2 with live coverage as the Newcastle Jets take on Adelaide United at Hunter Stadium, Newcastle. The Friday night match coverage will be hosted by former Socceroo and A-League Champion David Zdrilic along with chief football analyst and ex-Socceroo Craig Foster. Match commentary will be provided by David Basheer and former English Premier League star Michael Bridges. Reporter Lucy Zelic will be on the sidelines at each match with player and coach interviews as well as updates throughout the night. (An SBS Production) (Football) **Live**

9:00 pm Mythbusters - Walk a Straight Line - Adam and Jamie explore the hundred-year-old conundrum that if blindfolded, can a person travel in a straight line? They decided to test the myth by walking, swimming and driving. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant and Tory check whether a load of mixed binary explosive (tannerite) that is placed in a car trunk can detonate if the car is rear- ended. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG CC

10:00 pm Movie: Ip Man 2 - Donnie Yen stars as Ip Man in this brilliantly choreographed kung fu film. It's 1949, and Ip Man has movede to Hong Kong in order to propagate his Wing Chun style. However, he faces rivalry from other martial artists, including the local Hung Gar master. Ip Man must fight to win his place among the ranks. (From Hong Kong, in Cantonese) (Martial Arts)

DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Friday December 18th, 2015 NORTHERN TERRITORY

4:00 pm Mysterious Cities Of Gold - 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. (From France, in English) (Animation) (Rpt) PG

4:30 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 UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC

5:00 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) (Rpt) G

5:30 pm Do Or Die - Antler Assault - In this episode of Do or Die, fight for your life when an aggressive stag corners you in the park. Think fast when a giant glacier cracks and falls, sending a deadly wall of water rushing toward your boat. And brace for impact when a botched mountain bike jump leaves you plummeting from 80 feet in the air. You never know when you’ll have to make a Do or Die decision are you ready? (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (class tba) **New Episode**

5:55 pm Hyundai A-League - Round 11: Newcastle Jets V Adelaide United Live - Round 11 of the Hyundai A-League kicks off on SBS 2 with live coverage as the Newcastle Jets take on Adelaide United at Hunter Stadium, Newcastle. The Friday night match coverage will be hosted by former Socceroo and A-League Champion David Zdrilic along with chief football analyst and ex-Socceroo Craig Foster. Match commentary will be provided by David Basheer and former English Premier League star Michael Bridges. Reporter Lucy Zelic will be on the sidelines at each match with player and coach interviews as well as updates throughout the night. (An SBS Production) (Football) **Live**

8:30 pm Mythbusters - Walk a Straight Line - Adam and Jamie explore the hundred-year-old conundrum that if blindfolded, can a person travel in a straight line? They decided to test the myth by walking, swimming and driving. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant and Tory check whether a load of mixed binary explosive (tannerite) that is placed in a car trunk can detonate if the car is rear- ended. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG CC

9:30 pm The Numbers Game - Are Your Superstitious? - Believe in good luck? Think all bad things come in 3s? Whether you regularly knock on wood or occasionally wear a lucky hat, superstition may be influencing your life in more ways than you know. This episode exposes your superstitions, and reveals where they come from. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) G **New Episode**

10:00 pm Movie: Ip Man 2 - Donnie Yen stars as Ip Man in this brilliantly choreographed kung fu film. It's 1949, and Ip Man has movede to Hong Kong in order to propagate his Wing Chun style. However, he faces rivalry from other martial artists, including the local Hung Gar master. Ip Man must fight to win his place among the ranks. (From Hong Kong, in Cantonese) (Martial Arts)

DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Friday December 18th, 2015 WESTERN AUSTRALIA

3:55 pm Mysterious Cities Of Gold - 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. (From France, in English) (Animation) (Rpt) PG

4:25 pm Hyundai A-League - Round 11: Newcastle Jets V Adelaide United Live - Round 11 of the Hyundai A-League kicks off on SBS 2 with live coverage as the Newcastle Jets take on Adelaide United at Hunter Stadium, Newcastle. The Friday night match coverage will be hosted by former Socceroo and A-League Champion David Zdrilic along with chief football analyst and ex-Socceroo Craig Foster. Match commentary will be provided by David Basheer and former English Premier League star Michael Bridges. Reporter Lucy Zelic will be on the sidelines at each match with player and coach interviews as well as updates throughout the night. (An SBS Production) (Football) **Live**

7:00 pm The Numbers Game - Are Your Superstitious? - Believe in good luck? Think all bad things come in 3s? Whether you regularly knock on wood or occasionally wear a lucky hat, superstition may be influencing your life in more ways than you know. This episode exposes your superstitions, and reveals where they come from. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) G **New Episode**

7:30 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 UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC

8:00 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) (Rpt) G

8:30 pm Mythbusters - Walk a Straight Line - Adam and Jamie explore the hundred-year-old conundrum that if blindfolded, can a person travel in a straight line? They decided to test the myth by walking, swimming and driving. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant and Tory check whether a load of mixed binary explosive (tannerite) that is placed in a car trunk can detonate if the car is rear- ended. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG CC

9:30 pm Movie: Ip Man 2 - Donnie Yen stars as Ip Man in this brilliantly choreographed kung fu film. It's 1949, and Ip Man has movede to Hong Kong in order to propagate his Wing Chun style. However, he faces rivalry from other martial artists, including the local Hung Gar master. Ip Man must fight to win his place among the ranks. (From Hong Kong, in Cantonese) (Martial Arts)

11:25 pm Do Or Die - Antler Assault - In this episode of Do or Die, fight for your life when an aggressive stag corners you in the park. Think fast when a giant glacier cracks and falls, sending a deadly wall of water rushing toward your boat. And brace for impact when a botched mountain bike jump leaves you plummeting from 80 feet in the air. You never know when you’ll have to make a Do or Die decision are you ready? (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (class tba) **New Episode**

DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Friday December 18th, 2015 ALL MARKETS REJOIN

11:55 pm Space Dandy - There's Music in Darkness, Baby - After a big fight with QT and Meow, Dandy is lured to the distant planet of an extremely rare, ukulele-playing alien that wants to turn him into a statue - and steal his smile forever! (S.1,Ep.15) (From Japan, in Japanese) (Animation Series) PG **New Episode**

12:25 am Assassination Classroom - End-of-Term Time - For finals, Koro Sensei gives his class a new goal--with an irresistible reward. The E Class makes its own deal with the top-tier A Class's Big Five. (S.1,Ep.15) (From Japan, in English) (Animation Series) PG **New Episode**

12:55 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

2:55 am NHK World English News - News and information on Japan's politics, business, culture, entertainment and more.

DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Saturday December 19th, 2015

5:00 am Korean News - News via satellite from YTN Korea, in Korean, no subtitles.

5:30 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

6:10 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

6:30 am Chinese News - News via satellite from CCTV Beijing, in Mandarin, 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.

11:00 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:35 am Punjabi News - Punjabi news service.

12:05 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 Hyundai A-League - Round 11: Newcastle Jets V Adelaide United - Round 11 of the Hyundai A-League kicks off on SBS 2 with coverage as the Newcastle Jets take on Adelaide United at Hunter Stadium, Newcastle. The match coverage will be hosted by former Socceroo and A-League Champion David Zdrilic along with chief football analyst and ex-Socceroo Craig Foster. Match commentary will be provided by David Basheer and former English Premier League star Michael Bridges. Reporter Lucy Zelic will be on the sidelines at each match with player and coach interviews as well as updates throughout the night. (An SBS Production) (Football) **Replay**

3:00 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 DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Saturday December 19th, 2015

3:25 pm Departures - Greenland - The guys arrive in the arctic destination at winter. With only six hours of sunlight a day, they experience something entirely different. (From Canada) (Documentary/Travel) (Rpt) PG

4:15 pm Dare 2 Dance - Bollywood star Akshay Kumar hosts this entertaining dance show, where the contestants are tested not only on their dancing prowess, but also on endurance and determination. Ten well-known faces from the Indian dance scene will be doing things that they have never done before, and testing not only their skills but facing their fears as well. (From India, in Hindi and English) Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

6:00 pm Movie: Howl's Moving Castle - Sophie, a teenage girl working in her family's hat shop, finds her life thrown into turmoil when a handsome-but-mysterious wizard named Howl sweeps her off her feet. This innocent encounter enrages the vain and conniving Witch of the Waste, who transforms Sophie into a 90-year-old woman. Sophie's efforts to break the curse bring her to Howl's magical moving castle, where she befriends Markl, Howl's apprentice, and the hot- headed fire demon Calcifer. Directed by Hayao Miyazaki. (From Japan, in English) (Animation) (2004) (Rpt) PG CC

8:05 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**

9:05 pm Where The Wild Men Are With Ben Fogle – Alaska - Ben Fogle joins married couple Mike and Fran Turner, who welcome him into their simple, self-built log cabin in Alaska. He discovers how they have created a self-sufficient lifestyle by working the land and trapping the animals around them. Despite battling against forest fires in the summer and freezing conditions in the winter, the family very rarely venture back into civilisation. Ben takes every opportunity to get stuck into forest survival, battling mosquitoes and learning to cope with 24-hour daylight. Deep in the woods, he chops trees, learns about trapping and deadly forest fires, feeds fish guts to the plants and even eats bear. (S.3,Ep.2) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) PG CC **New Series** 10:00 pm Trivia Nights - Wales/Oxford/Blackpool/Essex - Features four pub quiz teams, in four different pubs, answering the same questions at the same time, as they battle to win the Golden Tankard. (Ep.3) (From the UK) (Factual Entertainment Series) M(S,L) CC **New Episode**

11:00 pm 24 (India) - 6:00 A.M. - 7:00 A.M. - Mihir decodes the information of the plastic surgeons from the card. Naina accuses Prithvi of leaking the St. Stephen's story to Mehek. Further, Yakub asks Jai to replace the pre-existing SD card. (S.1,Ep.7) (From India, in Indian) (Drama Series) M(V) **New Episode**

11:55 pm 24 (India) - 7:00 A.M. - 8:00 A.M. - Nikita Rai and Tejpal Singh (Adhir Bhatt) realize that Jia is the mole inside ATU and is communicating with Yakub. Using instructions and equipment from Yakub, Jai gets in to see Aditya's appearance at Steel Corporation of India. Jai soon realizes that the terrorists plan to frame him for the assassination. (S.1,Ep.8) (From India, in Indian) (Drama Series) M(A) **New Episode** DD SBS 2 Program Guide – Weeksbs 51 S SBSS 2

Saturday December 19th, 2015

12:50 am 24 (India) - 8:00 A.M. - 9:00 A.M. - Jai is arrested as the assassin. He tells Farooqui that Aditya's life is still in danger, but Farooqui ignores his plea. Further, Jai enters an abandoned construction site and takes refuge there. (S.1,Ep.9) (From India, in Indian) (Drama Series) MA(V) **New Episode**

1:45 am Movie: The Double Hour - A chambermaid and a former cop meet at a speed dating event and a romance develops. But during a romantic getaway things suddenly take a turn for the worse when her mysterious past is revealed. This fast-paced thriller won Best Actor, Best Actress and Best Film at the 2009 Venice Film Festival. Directed by Giuseppe Capotondi and stars Filippo Timi, Kseniya Rappoport and Antonia Truppo. (From Italy, in Italian and Spanish) (Thriller) (2009) M (A,S,L)

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. (News)