Publications
Partners
SUN 14.07
He Got Game (1998)
SABC1 (DStv channel 191), 9pm
A basketball player’s father must convince him to go to college so he can get a shorter jail sentence.
Jeremy Wade’s Dark Waters: Return of the Outback Beast
Discovery (DStv channel 121), 5.15pm
Jeremy heads to Australia to investigate an underwater attack. Could it be the work of a giant fresh water predator that many believed to be extinct?
The Gift (2015)
SABC2 (DStv channel 192), 11pm
A young married couple’s lives are thrown into a harrowing tailspin when an acquaintance from the husband’s past brings mysterious gifts and a horrifying secret to light after more than 20 years.
The Amazing Race
M-Net (DStv channel 101), 6pm
NEW SEASON
The six time Emmy Award-winning adventure reality series sees 12 teams trekking around the world, competing for the ultimate $1 million prize.
MON 15.07
My Kitchen Rules South Africa
Vuzu (DStv channel 116), 8.05pm
NEW SEASON
The table is set for the first instant restaurant in the sizzling local reality cooking competition. Will husband and wife, Jalal and Adrie, impress their guests and celebrity judges J’Something and David Higgs?
Sweet Home Sextuplets
TLC (DStv channel 135), 9pm
The Waldrops got the shock of a lifetime with the arrival of sextuplets. Since their family of five was bumped up to 11, life just got a lot more hectic.
TUE 16.07
Gentleman Jack
M-Net (DStv channel 101), 10pm
SEASON FINALE
In the season finale of this gripping historical drama, Lister finds acceptance and appreciation in Danish high society, stepping out of her sartorial comfort zone to attend a birthday ball.
Magnum P.I.
M-Net (DStv channel 101), 8pm
NEW SHOW
In the series premiere of this rebooted crime drama, decorated former Navy SEAL Thomas Magnum repurposes his military skills to become a private investigator in Hawaii.
WED 17.07
The Contender
Vuzu (DStv channel 116), 9pm
NEW SEASON
Sixteen middleweights move into an elite training facility where they compete in The Contender boxing tournament, overseen by mentor Andre Ward and trainers Freddie Roach and Naazim Richardson.
Mummies Unwrapped
Discovery (DStv channel 121), 9pm
Egyptologist, archaeologist, linguist and three-time Emmy Award winner Ramy Romany is on a quest to unlock the fascinating secrets of mummies.
THU 18.07
Deception
M-Net City (DStv channel 115), 7.10pm
SEASON FINALE
In the season finale of this crime drama, the mystery woman unleashes her most game-changing twist yet. From the producer of Chuck.
FRI 19.07
90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?
TLC (DStv channel 135), 9pm
Life after the 90 days continues. As the couples look back at their journey, the newlyweds realise that their lives have not become easier.
Grassroots
1Magic (DStv channel 103), 7.30pm
NEW SEASON
Monwabisi and Asanda are tainted by an intergenerational family feud that is brought to the fore when they are thrust together in a new school in a new city.
Street Outlaws: Shine on You Crazy Diamond
Discovery (DStv channel 121), 9pm
Chief and Dave push each other in a competitive testing session. Meanwhile, Farmtruck, AZN and Jeff Lutz set up a modified golf cart race.
Being Bonang
1Magic (DStv channel 103), 7pm
NEW SEASON
Catch Bonang Matheba, the businesswoman and media personality, as she gives South Africans a captivating glimpse of her fabulous life.
SAT 20.07
Mom
M-Net (DStv channel 101), 6pm
NEW SEASON
In the season premiere, Christy has second thoughts about law school after a tough first day, and Bonnie is plagued by an upsetting dream. From Emmy nominee Chuck Lorre.
Building Off The Grid: Appalachian Underground
Discovery (DStv channel 121), 5.15pm
A man surprises his wife for their wedding anniversary. He secretly builds a holiday home with an L-shaped ecoshell to blend into the surroundings.
Wedding Wars
SABC2 (DStv channel 192), 9pm
After a gay party planner discovers his brother is behind the governor’s speech against gay marriage, he decides to go on strike for equal rights.
Chris Brown: A Star is Born
SABC1 (DStv channel 191), 9pm
If you haven’t cancelled Chris Brown yet, you might enjoy this documentary that looks at the life and skyrocketing career of the troubled R&B star.
Apollo: Back to the Moon
National Geographic (DStv channel 181), 9pm
This month, National Geographic commemorates the 50th anniversary of Neil Armstrong landing on the moon. Using a fresh perspective and driven by the production processes and techniques that have evolved rapidly, Back to the Moon describes the epic adventure to the moon in two parts, on July 15 and 22.
