TV Guide

Glee ‘Props’

Ten

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, PG, Comedy, WS, CC, Series
(United States, English)

After suffering a case of concussion, Tina finds herself in an alternate universe where no-one is who they think they are - especially Sue and Mr. Schue. Chris Colfer, Kevin McHale, Lea Michele, Cory Monteith, Dianna Agron, Amber Riley, Matthew Morrison, Jane Lynch

Silk ‘Episode 3’

ABC1

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, M, Drama, Crime, WS, CC, Series
(United Kingdom, English)

Martha is defending a vulnerable teenager arrested for cottaging and reveals a vigilante policeman's honey trap scheme at a park toilet. Niamh and Nick show their courtroom skills with suprising results. Maxine Peake, Rupert Penry-Jones, Neil Stuke, Reece Noi

The Marngrook Footy Show

ABC2

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, AFL, WS, CC, Series
(Australia, English)

A family-friendly footy show with an engaging mix of personalities, humour, analysis and information with an emphasis on Indigenous players, history and culture. Includes news and analysis of footy issues and match previews.

My Strange Addiction ‘Still Addicted?’

GEM

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, PG, Real Life, WS, Series
(United States, English)

How have the addicts fared since they were featured on the program; has kicking the habit been easy or even possible?

CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2012) ‘Malice in Wonderland’

Nine

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, M, Drama, Crime, WS, CC, Series
(United States, English)

Beginning a marriage with an impossible theme is probably asking for trouble. Especially if the theme is Alice in Wonderland - um, which Mother-in-law is the Red Queen and what will the role of the Mad Hatter be? Ted Danson, Marg Helgenberger, George Eads, Jorja Fox

Rugby League: The Game Plan

ONE

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, PG, Sport, Rugby League, WS, Series
(Australia, English)

Andrew Moore, Steve Blocker roach and Joel Caine pool their NRL wits and their insider's knowledge to preview upcoming matches.

Heston's Feasts ‘Tudor’

SBS HD

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, PG, Cooking, Historical, Food/Wine, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(United Kingdom, English)

Henry VIII was fat for a reason - Tudor feasts were mammoth spreads and great spectacles of the culinary world, combining the finest ingredients with innovation, fantasy and showmanship. Tonight, top British Chef Heston Blumenthal pushes his own crazy creations to the limit, serving Tudor splendour to celebrity guests Alex Zane, Sophie Ellis Bextor, Cilla Black, Jay Rayner, Ruth Watson and Kelvin MacKenzie.

Heston's Feasts ‘Tudor’

SBS ONE

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, PG, Cooking, Historical, Food/Wine, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(United Kingdom, English)

Henry VIII was fat for a reason - Tudor feasts were mammoth spreads and great spectacles of the culinary world, combining the finest ingredients with innovation, fantasy and showmanship. Tonight, top British Chef Heston Blumenthal pushes his own crazy creations to the limit, serving Tudor splendour to celebrity guests Alex Zane, Sophie Ellis Bextor, Cilla Black, Jay Rayner, Ruth Watson and Kelvin MacKenzie.

Sharia Money ‘From the Bazaar to Wall Street’

SBS TWO

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, G, Documentary, Series
(Australia, English)

As the world suffers the effects of unbridled Western capitalism, this two-part series is a timely look at the rise of Islamic finance and banking as ethical alternatives. An accessible exploration of the deepening influence of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) economies and Islamic banking in Malaysia.

Medical Emergency ‘Problems at a Military Re-enactment / A...’

Seven

Thu, 17 May 2012, 30 minutes, PG, Real Life, Medical, WS, CC, Series
(Australia, English)

A re-enactment of a military event has dire repercussions for some of the participants and a woman gets way too close to a stallion with a wicked kick.

Lockdown ‘Alaska Bush Troopers’

7mate

Thu, 17 May 2012, 65 minutes, M, Drama, Crime, WS, Series
(United States, English)
On now

So much of Alaska is wilderness that it must be tempting to leave it to its own wild lawlessness. Instead a dedicated group of professionals roam the Alaskan badlands trying hard to keep them good.

A Touch Of Frost ‘A Near Death Experience’

7TWO

Thu, 17 May 2012, 125 minutes, M, Murder, Mystery, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(United Kingdom, English)
On now

Frost and his new sidekick investigate a brutal home invasion but the case leads to a series of dead ends. When another death occurs, the police bring in a psychologist to create a profile of the perpetrator. Can Frost find the serial killer before he strikes again? David Jason David Jason, Bruce Alexander

Star Trek: The Next Generation ‘Redemption - Part 2’

Eleven

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, PG, Sci-Fi, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

Picard races against time to reveal the Romulan influence in the Klingon Civil War before Worf is defeated by the House of Duras. Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, LeVar Burton, Marina Sirtis, Brent Spiner, Michael Dorn, Gates McFadden, Majel Barrett, Wil Wheaton

The World

ABC News

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, Current Affairs, CC, Series
(Australia, English)
On now

National and international news featuring reports from the ABC's network of international correspondents and offering a forum for extended news stories, interviews and insights from around the world.

Temporary Close

ABC3

Thu, 17 May 2012, 180 minutes, Series, Repeat
(Australia, English)
On now

Station Close

The Big Bang Theory (2009) ‘The Financial Permeability’

GO!

Thu, 17 May 2012, 30 minutes, PG, Sitcom, Comedy, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

Although it's Sheldon who helps Penny meet her financial obligations, it's actually Leonard who ends up meeting her ex-boyfriend. Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, Kunal Nayyar, Simon Helberg, Brian Patrick Wade

Flesh Air

TVS

Thu, 17 May 2012, 30 minutes, MA, Entertainment, Arts & Culture, Series
(Australia, English)

World-renowned airbrush artist Wayne Harrison joins celebrity photographer David Anderson to create a calendar of stunning painted models and airbrushed designer cars and bikes.

Grey's Anatomy ‘If / Then’

Seven

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, M, Drama, Medical, WS, CC, Series
(United States, English)
On now

Meredith ponders another life where her Mother was healthy and emotionally available, and imagines the kind of future she herself would have had. Other what/ifs fill her mind and she figuratively re-engineers a life vastly different from the one she has. Patrick Dempsey, Sandra Oh, Ellen Pompeo

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit ‘Hunting Ground’

Ten

Thu, 17 May 2012, 55 minutes, M, Drama, WS, CC, Series
(United States, English)
On now

The SVU discover the grim footprint of a psychopath who has a dark and vicious sense of play. Mariska Hargitay, Richard Belzer, Ice-T, Dan Florek, B.D. Wong

Secrets Of The Superbrands (2011) ‘Technology’

ABC1

Thu, 17 May 2012, 55 minutes, M, Documentary, WS, CC, Series
(United Kingdom, English)
On now

British television presenter Alex Riley goes in search of the secrets of the superbrands, and reveals the tips and the tricks that help market-leading brands sell vast quantities of sportswear, mobile phones and fast food. In the first episode of this three-part series, Alex learns about the huge sums gambled every day in order to be a technology superbrand contender; why Microsoft spends over nine billion dollars every year to try to develop a hit product, while computer game companies like Sony are willing to lose billions to get their consoles in our living rooms.

Alan Carr: Chatty Man ‘Guests - Sacha Baron Cohen / Ray...’

ABC2

Thu, 17 May 2012, 50 minutes, M, Talk Show, Series
(United Kingdom, English)
On now

British entertainer Alan Carr is the chatty man, happy to sit down with the odd celebrity for a bit of a natter, some topical commentary, music, satire and sketches and has no problem at all sharing the limelight with the audience.

Hoarding: Buried Alive (2010) ‘No One Would Choose This’

GEM

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, PG, Documentary, WS, Series
(United States, English)
On now

If there's too much of it, even a treasure can be considered trash as one woman discovers and another woman makes no bones about her inability to throw anything away - even the trash. If they don't clean up their respective acts, all these women will have to show for their lives is the mountain of things they've constructed over themselves.

Movie: National Lampoon's Vacation (1983)

GO!

Thu, 17 May 2012, 120 minutes, PG, Comedy, Movie, WS, CC, Repeat
(United States, English)
On now

The Griswold family decide to take a road trip across America to visit the famous Wally World theme park. Spirits are high as they leave Chicago, but a series of misfortunes caused by Clark's dimwitted bumbling take their toll on everyone. Directed by Harold Ramis. Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, Randy Quaid

Rugby League: The Footy Show

Nine

Thu, 17 May 2012, 90 minutes, M, Sport, Entertainment, Talk Show, WS, CC, Series
(Australia, English)
On now

They're back! Bigger and feistier than ever and full of enthusiasm for anything to do with rugby league and the NRL.

Movie: The Marine 2 (2009)

ONE

Thu, 17 May 2012, 120 minutes, M, Action, Thriller, Movie, WS, Repeat
(United States, English)
On now

Jon Linwood, a marine sniper, finds himself on a busman's holiday when the hotel where he and his wife are staying has been taken by rebels and his wife is among the people trapped inside. But things get increasingly ugly as the guerrillas begin killing off the hostages one by one, to prove that they mean business. Can Linwood take them on and save his wife single-handed? Directed by Roel Reiné. Ted Dibiase Jr., Temuera Morrison, Lara Cox, Michael Rooker, Robert Coleby

The Family UK ‘Risk it for a Biscuit’

SBS HD

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, M, Documentary, Real Life, WS, CC, Series
(United Kingdom, English)
On now

The discovery of a rat in the kitchen means Arvinder turns DIY dad as he grapples with getting rid of the pest. He's not impressed spending his time off playing handyman. But who will prevail? The rat? Or Arvinder and his DIY? Meanwhile, Kaki's baby is due in eight weeks but Jeet is off to India for a month to see his family. With news about the baby and the day of departure drawing closer, Jeet is left wondering if he is making the right decision.

The Family UK ‘Risk it for a Biscuit’

SBS ONE

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, M, Documentary, Real Life, WS, CC, Series
(United Kingdom, English)
On now

The discovery of a rat in the kitchen means Arvinder turns DIY dad as he grapples with getting rid of the pest. He's not impressed spending his time off playing handyman. But who will prevail? The rat? Or Arvinder and his DIY? Meanwhile, Kaki's baby is due in eight weeks but Jeet is off to India for a month to see his family. With news about the baby and the day of departure drawing closer, Jeet is left wondering if he is making the right decision.

Movie: Pink (2009)

SBS TWO

Thu, 17 May 2012, 90 minutes, MA, Comedy, Romance, Movie, Repeat
(Germany, German, English Subtitles)
On now

Pink is a shy and emotionally dysfunctional author who just happens to be wildly successful in her chosen field - writing post-modern poetry and reading it live to packed houses of her adoring fans. Currently being courted by three different men, Pink suddenly decides to marry one of the three. Directed by Rudolf Thome. Hannah Herzsprung, Guntram Brattia, Florian Panzner

Geek Speak

TVS

Thu, 17 May 2012, 15 minutes, PG, Entertainment, Series
(English)
On now

Geek Speak is hosted by local comedian Bryce McKeon and girlie-geek Amanda Bacchi, which focuses on movies, comics and games.

Star Trek: The Next Generation ‘Darmok’

Eleven

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, PG, Sci-Fi, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)
On now

Picard must learn to make sense of the almost-incomprehensible when he meets a race which never says anything directly. It's a bit like a living cryptic crossword puzzle. Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, LeVar Burton, Marina Sirtis, Brent Spiner, Michael Dorn, Gates McFadden, Majel Barrett, Wil Wheaton

American Pickers (2011) ‘An Indian Reunion’

7mate

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, PG, Real Life, WS, Series
(United States, English)

The guys get a lesson in collecting and a lesson in love when they go to Florida; a circus has come home to stay and my, the things it's got stored in a barn-full of luggage; a storm and a zebra-striped bike take the boys to an unexpected place and what did happen in the motorbike museum? Frank Fritz, Mike Wolfe, Danielle Colby-Cushman

Shift

TVS

Thu, 17 May 2012, 15 minutes, G, Entertainment, Science & Tech, Series
(English)

What's up on the Internet? What's important, what's causing fun and excitement? All is revealed in Shift.

The Drum

ABC News

Thu, 17 May 2012, 45 minutes, Current Affairs, News, Talk Show, CC, Series, Repeat
(Australia, English)

The latest news, with breaking developments and today's top stories plus live coverage of events as they happen. Comprehensive analysis and original reporting from ABC's own reporters across Australia and around the world.

Al Jazeera English

TVS

Thu, 17 May 2012, 30 minutes, News, Series
(English)

International news produced out of the Al Jazeera broadcast centre in Doha providing an alternative voice to global audiences.

Desperate Housewives ‘She Needs Me’

Seven

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, M, Drama, WS, CC, Series
(United States, English)

Susan offers to pick up the grandmotherly slack Lynette wants no part of; Orson has travel plans for Bree; Karen begs Gabrielle to keep her secret and Ben is about to make Renee wish she'd never met him. Marcia Cross, Teri Hatcher, Eva Longoria, Felicity Huffman

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (2009) ‘Ballerina’

Ten

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, M, Drama, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

Benson and Stabler visit a murder scene only to discover two extra dead bodies next door. One of the victims was working as a stripper and the proprietor of the strip club, an elderly lady who used to dance at Radio City Music Hall, is both a help and a hindrance to the investigation. Christopher Meloni, Mariska Hargitay, Richard Belzer. Mariska Hargitay, Richard Belzer, Ice-T, Dan Florek, B.D. Wong

Arrested Development (2006) ‘Fakin' It’

ABC2

Thu, 17 May 2012, 20 minutes, M, Sitcom, WS, CC, Series
(United States, English)

The new family lawyer wants everyone primed for court and insists on staging a test-run complete with a famous "judge" calling the shots. George Michael prefers to test-run matrimony and Buster would rather be unconscious than participate. And Michael? Well, he's still reeling from the news that there's one more Bluth sibling to cope with. Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett, Jeffrey Tambor, Michael Cera. Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett, Jeffrey Tambor, Michael Cera

Lateline

ABC1

Thu, 17 May 2012, 35 minutes, Current Affairs, News, WS, CC, Series
(Australia, English)

A unique nightly news analysis program bringing you up-to-the-minute coverage of Australian and international news and events.

Hoarding: Buried Alive (2010) ‘Everything is at Stake’

GEM

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, PG, Documentary, WS, Series
(United States, English)

Cheryl and Michelle are fast approaching crunch time; it's either the things they've buried themselves under or the people who love them but who can no longer see them through the mess.

World News Australia - Late

SBS HD

Thu, 17 May 2012, 30 minutes, News, WS, CC, Series
(Australia, English)

Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service.

World News Australia - Late

SBS ONE

Thu, 17 May 2012, 30 minutes, News, WS, CC, Series
(Australia, English)

Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service.

Dollars With Sense

TVS

Thu, 17 May 2012, 30 minutes, PG, Business & Finance, Series
(Australia, English)

Learn all about your dollars and how to improve your finances.

Star Trek: The Next Generation ‘Ensign Ro’

Eleven

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, G, Sci-Fi, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

The latest member of Captain Picard's team, the Barjorian officer Ensign Ro, must hit the ground running when she and her superior spoil a plot against her own people. Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, LeVar Burton, Marina Sirtis, Brent Spiner, Michael Dorn, Gates McFadden, Majel Barrett, Wil Wheaton

American Pickers (2010) ‘Getting the Boot’

7mate

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, PG, Real Life, WS, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

After a frustrating time of finding exactly nothing, the boys meet Johnny Walker and his bizarre collection. Ah, but will he part with any of it? And in the meantime, the boys discover it isn't what you know, but rather who you know. Frank Fritz, Mike Wolfe, Danielle Colby-Cushman

Open All Hours

7TWO

Thu, 17 May 2012, 40 minutes, PG, Comedy, Series, Repeat
(United Kingdom, English)

Albert Arkwright is a tight-fisted, middle-aged grocer in Doncaster, England. He could sell ice-cycles to Eskimos! In addition to making a quick buck, Arkwright is hot after his neighbor and long-standing fiancé, Nurse Gladys Emanuel. He also loves to pick on his errand boy nephew, Granville! Ronnie Barker, David Jason, Lynda Baron, Barbara Flynn

Noel Fielding's Luxury Comedy ‘BBQ Breakdown’

ABC2

Thu, 17 May 2012, 25 minutes, M, Comedy, WS, CC, Series
(United Kingdom, English)

Fantasy Man gets into a scrape with some chavs; kite-headed Bryan Ferry is decapitated by a racist protractor; and Noel accidently sets fire to the show!

Technology Quarter

ABC News

Thu, 17 May 2012, 15 minutes, Current Affairs, Repeat
(Australia, English)

Jake Sturmer explores the latest developments in the world of technology.

ABC News

ABC News

Thu, 17 May 2012, 30 minutes, News, CC, Series
(Australia, English)

All the latest local and international news from the ABC news desk.

The Business

ABC1

Thu, 17 May 2012, 25 minutes, Current Affairs, CC, Series
(Australia, English)

The day's business and finance news, with the latest trends on international share and currency markets, pointing to what Australians can expect in the day ahead.

AFL: The Footy Show

Nine

Thu, 17 May 2012, 110 minutes, M, Sport, Entertainment, Talk Show, WS, CC, Series
(Australia, English)

The team is back with all their expertise, knowledge and inside information about anything AFL.

American Swing

SBS HD

Thu, 17 May 2012, 90 minutes, MA, Documentary, WS, CC, Repeat
(United States, English)

Chronicles the history of the most prominent hetero swingers club in New York during the 1970s, Plato's Retreat, and its loudmouth self-promoting owner, Larry Levenson - through the words of the participants, employees and Levenson's children. While disco was pumping, Plato's Retreat took off as a notorious club full of nudity, a swimming pool, a mattress room and a buffet. The participants speak very fondly of their memories and the anachronisms of the place. But as the '80s came the novelty wore off, the threat of AIDS arose, and Levenson's ego went out of control.

American Swing

SBS ONE

Thu, 17 May 2012, 90 minutes, MA, Documentary, WS, CC, Repeat
(United States, English)

Chronicles the history of the most prominent hetero swingers club in New York during the 1970s, Plato's Retreat, and its loudmouth self-promoting owner, Larry Levenson - through the words of the participants, employees and Levenson's children. While disco was pumping, Plato's Retreat took off as a notorious club full of nudity, a swimming pool, a mattress room and a buffet. The participants speak very fondly of their memories and the anachronisms of the place. But as the '80s came the novelty wore off, the threat of AIDS arose, and Levenson's ego went out of control.

Movie: Tales From The Golden Age (2009)

SBS TWO

Thu, 17 May 2012, 155 minutes, M, Comedy, Movie, Repeat
(Romania, Romanian, English Subtitles)

Tales from the Golden Age is composed of six whimsical short stories, each one set in the late communist period in Romania and based on urban myths from the time, reflecting the perspective of ordinary people. The title of the film refers to the alleged "Golden Age" of the last 15 years of Ceausescu's regime. Directed by Hanno Hofer, Cristian Mungiu, Constantin Popescu, Ioana Uricaru, Razvan Marculescu. Tania Popa, Diana Cavallioti, Radu Iacoban

Words Of Peace

TVS

Thu, 17 May 2012, 30 minutes, G, Talk Show, Series
(English)

Religious programming.

Private Practice ‘The Time Has Come’

Seven

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, M, Drama, WS, CC, Series
(United States, English)

Sheldon is advising a PTSD sufferer; Cooper and Charlotte must make plans after Erica and Mason have an accident; Pete and Violet seem set for the rocks and Addison and Jake are inspired. But by what? Kate Walsh, Tim Daly, Audra McDonald, Taye Diggs, Amy Brenneman.

Laid (2011) ‘Series 2 - Part 3’

ABC2

Thu, 17 May 2012, 30 minutes, M, Drama, Comedy, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(Australia, English)

In her quest to get Marcus to heal her, Roo resorts to extreme and unconventional means involving banana icecream and chicken soup. She enlists the help of EJ, but her attempts are ultimately thwarted Alison Bell, Celia Pacquola, Toby Truslove, Graeme Blundell, Shaun Micallef, Tracy Mann.

A Gifted Man ‘In Case of Heart Failure’

Ten

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, M, Drama, Fantasy, Medical, WS, CC, Series
(United States, English)

Michael discovers that Anna and a patient are somehow linked. And an old friend who is no longer healthy comes back into Michael's life. Patrick Wilson, Jennifer Ehle, Margo Martindale

The Bill (2000) ‘When the Bough Breaks’

7TWO

Thu, 17 May 2012, 55 minutes, M, Drama, Crime, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(United Kingdom, English)

An arrest is made way too close to home for Inspector Monroe whose little girl's sticky fingers get her in trouble with the law. Mark Wingett, Eric Richard, John Salthouse, Colin Blumenau, Trudie Goodwin, Gary Olsen.

Captain Cook: Obsession And Discovery ‘Northwest Passage’

ABC1

Thu, 17 May 2012, 55 minutes, PG, Documentary, CC, Series, Repeat
(Australia, English)

Cook's passion for exploration continues as he searches for the mythic North West Passage, but is it a journey too far? Cook takes on a third great voyage: to find a fast route to China to secure Britain's place in the lucrative tea trade. Final.

7.30

ABC News

Thu, 17 May 2012, 30 minutes, Current Affairs, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(Australia, English)

The ABC's flagship current affairs program. In-depth coverage and analysis of the major daily news events - both domestic and international.

Conan

GEM

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, M, Talk Show, WS, Series
(United States, English)

After being controversially ousted from his previous gig on The Tonight Show, Conan O'Brien is back in another late night slot, where guest stars will lock wits, embarrass themselves and cringe beneath his gaze. Conan O'Brien

Movie: The Lost Boys (1987)

GO!

Thu, 17 May 2012, 120 minutes, M, Comedy, Fantasy, Horror, WS, Repeat
(United States, English)

When a small family relocates to a Californian town, the two boys make friends on opposite sides of the vampire/human divide. While the younger brother joins forces with vampire hunters, his older sibling may well become his quarry. Directed by Joel Schumacher. Jason Patric, Corey Haim, Dianne Wiest, Barnard Hughes, Kiefer Sutherland, Corey Feldman, Jami Gertz

AFL: The Game Plan

ONE

Thu, 17 May 2012, 60 minutes, PG, Sport, AFL, WS, Series
(Australia, English)

Popular sports commentator Anthony Hudson is joined by former Essendon premiership forward, Matthew Lloyd, presenting a preview of the weekend's games and all the news happening in the wonderful world of AFL

Temporary Australians

TVS

Thu, 17 May 2012, 30 minutes, G, Lifestyle, Series
(Australia, English)

What sort of people are proud of an insult? What's wrong with them? The answer - nothing!!! They are bikers – and there's nothing wrong with them. They love the exhilaration and challenge of riding Australia's roads. They understand the nuances of the various motorcycle tribes. They also understand that most Australians are ignorant of the passion they share with hundreds of thousands of other motorcycling Aussies.

The Model Agency ‘Boy Trouble’

ABC2

Thu, 17 May 2012, 50 minutes, MA, Documentary, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(United Kingdom, English)

John and his employees try to resolve their differences. And as Men's Day in London Fashion Week unfolds it nearly undoes the nerves of everybody in the agency.

The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson (2005) ‘In Scotland -...’

Eleven

Thu, 17 May 2012, 55 minutes, PG, Talk Show, WS, Series
(United States, English)

Fronting a live audience at CBS Television City LA, critically acclaimed comedian Craig Ferguson interviews local and international luminaries and gives his own Scottish-American, puppet-assisted take on what's happening on the day.

Operation Repo

7mate

Thu, 17 May 2012, 25 minutes, M, Real Life, WS, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

In the world of reality TV, no subject is regarded too banal to entertain, not even the repossession of one's car. Taking back cars where the owners have fallen behind in their payments can be big business, it seems. This series follows the fortunes of repossession specialists from the San Fernando Valley.

ABC News

ABC News

Fri, 18 May 2012, 25 minutes, News, CC, Series
(Australia, English)

All the latest local and international news from the ABC news desk.

Temporary Close

ABC3

Fri, 18 May 2012, 360 minutes, Series, Repeat
(Australia, English)

Station Close

Underground Sounds

TVS

Fri, 18 May 2012, 60 minutes, MA, Music, Series
(Australia, English)

Underground Sounds is a metal influenced music show featuring bands, soloists, artists, engineers, music teachers and informational segments from all over the globe plus interviews from local events, music videos, battle of the bands and more. Join hosts Shane and Kelli as they showcase underground bands from near and far with a strong focus on discovering local acts.

My Big Friggin' Wedding ‘Revenge of the Brides’

Seven

Fri, 18 May 2012, 55 minutes, M, Real Life, WS, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

Two weddings; two brides; two tantrums and two grooms wondering what they've got themselves into.

Blokesworld ‘Reaping’

7mate

Fri, 18 May 2012, 25 minutes, MA, Lifestyle, WS, Series
(Australia, English)

Big boofy blokes achieving small pointless things. If you're a real Aussie bloke then these busty birds, souped-up cars and beer guzzling antics are custom made just for you.

Late Show With David Letterman

Ten

Fri, 18 May 2012, 55 minutes, PG, Variety, WS, Series
(United States, English)

Host of this late-night variety talk show, David Letterman has been strutting his stuff on television for more than 30 years. By now he knows what's funny and what isn't. Catch famous guests and musical performances mingled with Dave's lightning fast wit. David Letterman

Six Feet Under (2001) ‘Familia’

7TWO

Fri, 18 May 2012, 65 minutes, M, Drama, CC, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

Suspecting arson, the police come sniffing around the family and they know who they like for the job; Nate and David discover the downside of burying a gang member; money problems lead to potential greater problems; David shows no fighting tendencies and when Nate and Brenda try to get together, they are interrupted at a very inconvenient moment. Peter Krause, Frances Conroy, Rachel Griffiths, Michael C. Hall, Lauren Ambrose

The Clinic

ABC1

Fri, 18 May 2012, 55 minutes, M, Entertainment, Medical, CC, Series, Repeat
(Ireland, English)

Drama following life in a busy medical practice which provides everything from homeopathy and counselling to physiotherapy and plastic surgery.

Lateline

ABC News

Fri, 18 May 2012, 35 minutes, Current Affairs, News, WS, CC, Series
(Australia, English)

A unique nightly news analysis program bringing you up-to-the-minute coverage of Australian and international news and events.

Whisker Wars

ABC2

Fri, 18 May 2012, 25 minutes, PG, Documentary, Real Life, Comedy, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

Bearded wonders across the USA travel the country to prepare for the World Beard Championship in Norway. Beard Team USA aim to knock off the favourite for the title, Germany, but deep within the US camp, there is rivalry and jealousy. The big-bearded members from Austin, Texas are annoyed that current world champion, Jack Passion, from California, is hogging the limelight.

Jersey Shore (2010) ‘The Letter’

7mate

Fri, 18 May 2012, 60 minutes, M, Real Life, WS, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

Angelina, Snooki and JWoww talk about the anonymous letter; what is the scoop? Meanwhile, it is Gay Pride week in Miami and JWoww and Snooki decide to go out and celebrate. The Situation, Vinny and Pauly head for Klutch to get their grooves on: look out girls, here they come! Paul 'Pauly D' DelVecchio, Jenni Farley, Sammi 'Sweetheart' Giancola

Becker ‘Regarding Reggie’

Eleven

Fri, 18 May 2012, 30 minutes, PG, Comedy, CC, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

The season closes with Becker in a quandary as to how to ask Reggie to escort him to a medical fundraiser without her seeing the invitation as a date. His struggle reminds him about the first time a girl had enough common sense to say no to him. Ted Danson, Terry Farrell, Alex Desert, Hattie Winston, Shawnee Smith, Amy Aquino.

Friends (1998) ‘The One with Rachel's Crush’

GEM

Fri, 18 May 2012, 30 minutes, PG, Sitcom, Comedy, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

Monica is finding it difficult to accept that she's lost her apartment to Joey and Chandler over a stupid competition, but Rachel has already moved on. She's crazy about a gorgeous customer. And Chandler's finding Kathy's sexy role far too confronting. Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Matt LeBlanc, David Schwimmer, Lisa Kudrow, Matthew Perry. Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Matt LeBlanc, David Schwimmer, Lisa Kudrow, Matthew Perry

M*A*S*H (1977) ‘Comrades in Arms - Part 1’

ONE

Fri, 18 May 2012, 30 minutes, PG, Comedy, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

Hawkeye and Margaret must put their differences aside in order to find their way back to camp safely from behind enemy lines. Alan Alda, Loretta Swit Alan Alda, Loretta Swit

Dave In The Life ‘Of a Sex Entrepreneur’

SBS HD

Fri, 18 May 2012, 30 minutes, M, Drama, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(Australia, English)

Dave embeds himself with the controversial Australian sex entrepreneur, Dr Jack Vaisman - president, CEO and director of Advanced Medical Institute, whose "Nasal Delivery Technology" claims to deliver a better sex life to men around the world. Along the way he meets a man with a "bionic" penis, a sexual therapist and has candid chats with his mates over a beer and a sausage about keeping their girlfriends happy.

Dave In The Life ‘Of a Sex Entrepreneur’

SBS ONE

Fri, 18 May 2012, 30 minutes, M, Drama, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(Australia, English)

Dave embeds himself with the controversial Australian sex entrepreneur, Dr Jack Vaisman - president, CEO and director of Advanced Medical Institute, whose "Nasal Delivery Technology" claims to deliver a better sex life to men around the world. Along the way he meets a man with a "bionic" penis, a sexual therapist and has candid chats with his mates over a beer and a sausage about keeping their girlfriends happy.

The Marngrook Footy Show

ABC2

Fri, 18 May 2012, 60 minutes, AFL, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(Australia, English)

A family-friendly footy show with an engaging mix of personalities, humour, analysis and information with an emphasis on Indigenous players, history and culture. Includes news and analysis of footy issues and match previews.

Entertainment Tonight

Nine

Fri, 18 May 2012, 35 minutes, PG, Entertainment, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

If Hollywood gossip is your thing, then E.T is the show for you. All the latest scandals, fashions and break-ups, plus the occasional exclusive preview or interview.

Home Shopping

Seven

Fri, 18 May 2012, 180 minutes, G, Shopping, WS, Series, Repeat
(Australia, English)

Home shopping.

Al Jazeera Newshour

ABC News

Fri, 18 May 2012, 60 minutes, Current Affairs, Series
(Australia, English)

Live, breaking and in-depth news from Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas

The King Of Queens ‘Single Spaced’

Eleven

Fri, 18 May 2012, 30 minutes, PG, Sitcom, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

Carries is determined to move to Manhattan, with or without Doug. Do they still have enough in common to want to stay married? Kevin James, Leah Remini, Jerry Stiller

Seaway ‘Billy the Kid’

GEM

Fri, 18 May 2012, 60 minutes, PG, Drama, Adventure, BW, WS, Series, Repeat
(Canada, English)

When Billy confesses to Nick King that he's murdered a white man, Nick dismisses his story until Billy, himself suddenly vanishes.

I Fish

ONE

Fri, 18 May 2012, 60 minutes, G, Lifestyle, Fishing, Series, Repeat
(Australia, English)

Hosted by Paul Worsteling, this series is for fishing enthusiasts of all ages and fishing experience.

Movie: The Wolf (2004)

SBS HD

Fri, 18 May 2012, 130 minutes, MA, Thriller, Movie, Repeat
(Spain, Spanish , English Subtitles)

In the 70s, during the last stages of Franco's dictatorship, Txema, a construction worker, is arrested because of his connection to some terrorists who have just committed a murder. The Secret Service decides to use him to infiltrate the ETA terrorist band. They try to offer him a deal. Financial problems force him to take their money and accept the mission. Directed by Miguel Courtois. Eduardo Noriega, Silvia Abascal

Movie: The Wolf (2004)

SBS ONE

Fri, 18 May 2012, 130 minutes, MA, Thriller, Movie, Repeat
(Spain, Spanish , English Subtitles)

In the 70s, during the last stages of Franco's dictatorship, Txema, a construction worker, is arrested because of his connection to some terrorists who have just committed a murder. The Secret Service decides to use him to infiltrate the ETA terrorist band. They try to offer him a deal. Financial problems force him to take their money and accept the mission. Directed by Miguel Courtois. Eduardo Noriega, Silvia Abascal

Home Shopping

Ten

Fri, 18 May 2012, 120 minutes, G, Shopping, Series
(Australia, English)

Home shopping.

Movie: It's a Joke, Son! (1947)

TVS

Fri, 18 May 2012, 90 minutes, G, Comedy, Movie, Repeat
(English)

Senator Beauregard Claghorn was a blustery, one-man-Chamber-of-Commerce for all things southern, who had no tolerance for anything north of the Mason-Dixon line. he character inspired the creation of Foghorn Leghorn. Kenny Delmar, Una Merkel, June Lockhart

Silk ‘Episode 3’

ABC1

Fri, 18 May 2012, 60 minutes, M, Drama, Crime, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(United Kingdom, English)

Martha is defending a vulnerable teenager arrested for cottaging and reveals a vigilante policeman's honey trap scheme at a park toilet. Niamh and Nick show their courtroom skills with suprising results. Maxine Peake, Rupert Penry-Jones, Neil Stuke, Reece Noi

Six Feet Under (2001) ‘An Open Book’

7TWO

Fri, 18 May 2012, 70 minutes, M, Drama, CC, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

David is trying to fit further into his dead Father's shoes by becoming a deacon at the church, but he can't count on support from Keith. Ruth must deal with a very unusual group of mourners. And Nate must meet Brenda's folks. All alone. Peter Krause, Frances Conroy, Rachel Griffiths, Michael C. Hall, Lauren Ambrose

Skippy ‘The Hikers’

Nine

Fri, 18 May 2012, 35 minutes, G, Children, Family, Series, Repeat
(Australia, English)

Sonny Hammond lives with his Dad, a park ranger, at Waratah National Park near Sydney. His best friend is a hip-hop, bush-smart kangaroo called Skippy. When the going gets tough you can always count on Skippy to jump to the rescue. Classic 1960's Aussie TV show for the whole family. Ed Devereaux, Garry Pankhurst, Ken James

Miami Vice ‘No Exit’

7mate

Fri, 18 May 2012, 60 minutes, M, Action, Drama, Crime, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

The Vice Squad and the FBI attempt to foil a weapons dealer who is planning to sell stolen missiles to the highest bidder. Don Johnson, Philip Michael Thomas, Bruce Willis

Happy Days ‘Welcome Home - Part 1’

Eleven

Fri, 18 May 2012, 30 minutes, PG, Sitcom, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

When Richie and Lori Beth come home, Richie discovers that what he wants and what his family wants for him are two different things. Henry Winkler, Ron Howard, Marion Ross, Anson Williams, Erin Moran

Eclipse Music TV

GO!

Fri, 18 May 2012, 30 minutes, AV, Entertainment, Music, WS, Series, Repeat
(Australia, English)

Having leaped from Seven to Nine, the show presents the top five national and international video clip countdown, new releases and classics, gossip, reviews and interviews. And it's the viewers who get to choose the playlist via SMS.

Weatherwatch Overnight

SBS TWO

Fri, 18 May 2012, 205 minutes, Weather, Series
(Australia, English)

A continuously updated weather report, bringing viewers the latest weather conditions from around Australia, and featuring a selection of quality music.

Temporary Close

ABC2

Fri, 18 May 2012, 250 minutes, Series
(Australia, English)

Station Close

BBC World News: The Hub

ABC News

Fri, 18 May 2012, 30 minutes, Current Affairs, CC, Series
(United Kingdom, English)

News and analysis from the BBC.

The Love Boat ‘Funny Valentine’

Eleven

Fri, 18 May 2012, 60 minutes, PG, Comedy, Series, Repeat
(United States, English)

Captain Stubing wins a heart; Gopher helps someone acquire a heart and the children of older lovers must accept the fact that each has lost their heart to the other. Niiiiice. Gavin MacLeod, Bernie Koplee, Fred Grandy, Ted Lang, Lauren Tewes

Home Shopping

GEM

Fri, 18 May 2012, 150 minutes, G, Shopping, Series
(Australia, English)

Home shopping.

Home Shopping

GO!

Fri, 18 May 2012, 120 minutes, G, Shopping, WS, Series
(Australia, English)

Home shopping.

Guthy-Renker Australia

Nine

Fri, 18 May 2012, 30 minutes, G, Shopping, WS, Series
(Australia, English)

Another home shopping show.

Omnisport

ONE

Fri, 18 May 2012, 30 minutes, Sport, Series
(United Kingdom, English)

A daily sports magazine specifically produced for digital TV presenting a comprehensive overview, including videoclips, highlights and commentary of the most important sporting events of the day.

At The Movies

ABC1

Fri, 18 May 2012, 15 minutes, PG, Entertainment, WS, CC, Series, Repeat
(Australia, English)

Film critic luminaries Margaret Pomeranz and David Stratton plunge into the world of cinema afresh.

Fifth Gear

7mate

Fri, 18 May 2012, 30 minutes, PG, Entertainment, Motor Sport, WS, Series, Repeat
(United Kingdom, English)

Originally conceived as a spin-off of Top Gear, Fifth Gear features car reviews, motoring advice and product news as well as shoot-outs where similar cars are put to the test on a professional circuit.

Bargain Hunt (2007) ‘Oswestry’

7TWO

Fri, 18 May 2012, 60 minutes, G, Entertainment, WS, Series, Repeat
(United Kingdom, English)

The two teams hit converge on the quaint little town of Oswestry in pursuit of bargain antiques. The experts are consulted and the contestants try to keep their hopes high for a profit at auction. Tim Wonnacott

The Business

ABC News

Fri, 18 May 2012, 30 minutes, Current Affairs, CC, Series, Repeat
(Australia, English)

The day's business and finance news, with the latest trends on international share and currency markets, pointing to what Australians can expect in the day ahead.

AFL: WAFL ‘2012: Round 9 - Swan Districts Vs Subiaco’

ABC1

Fri, 18 May 2012, 180 minutes, Sport, AFL, Series
(Australia, English)

Swan Districts Vs Subiaco in round nine of the Western Australia Football League (WAFL).

Trivita

Nine

Fri, 18 May 2012, 30 minutes, Shopping, WS, Series
(Australia, English)

Home shopping.

World Of Free Sports

ONE

Fri, 18 May 2012, 30 minutes, PG, Sport, Series, Repeat
(English)

High octane sporting action from around the world guaranteed to get the adrenalin pumping.

The Beverly Hillbillies

TVS

Fri, 18 May 2012, 30 minutes, G, Sitcom, Series
(United States, English)

Meet the Clampett clan - There's Jed, a kind and sensible man turned millionaire, though not as imbecilic as the others, things happen around him without he knowing it.