A selection of the new shows and returning TV series coming soon to free-to-air digital TV in the coming weeks and months that we think you should know about. For IceTV members, there's no need to wait. You can already set them to automatically record at home when they arrive. Learn more...
2 Broke Girls follows the story of Max, a humble girl from a working class family and Caroline, a former rich girl who's trying to make her way by herself. They barely make ends meet working at a Brooklyn restaurant and dream of one day opening a cupcake shop together. Kat Dennings, Beth Behrs, Garret Morris, Jonathan Kite, Matthew Moy
An epic exploration of the Celtic and Roman ages as Neil Oliver tells the story of the technical, cultural and political revolutions which formed Britain.
Break out the Bolly! Coughing and spluttering their way into Christmas, the outrageous Edina, Patsy and Co. are back. When Edina delves into her past lives to find the perfect kitchen, Patsy goes back to the Big Bang, while Saffy, Mother and Bubble have trouble enough just coping with the present.
Adam Hills is having a crack at his very own talk show. Expect celebrity guests, great comedy, live music, plus all the excitement and spontaneity you'd expect from one of the country's best live comedians.
Adam Hills
Fiercely patriotic government agent Stan Smith works tirelessly to defend the American Way Of Life from evil foreign terrorists. His household consists of a German-speaking goldfish, a chain-smoking alien, a nerdy son, a reformed party-girl wife and a distressingly left-wing teenage daughter. Another warped animated comedy from the creators of Family Guy. Wendy Schaal, Scott Grimes, Dee Bradley Baker
Ricky Gervais is up to all his usual tricks as he and pal Stephen Merchant send the 'idiot', Karl Pilkington to each of the Seven Wonders of the World. They say that travel broadens the mind but some of the experiences Ricky and Stephen cook up for Karl have him longing for the comfort of an armchair.
Karl Pilkington, Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant
"Bondi Rescue" is a local reality TV show that follows the dramatic adventures of a group of lifeguards on one of Australia's most iconic beach. Girls in bikinis, lost children, mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, shark attacks - it's all here.
It's "access all areas" viewing when Border Security presents a glimpse into the inner workings of customs and immigration in Australia. Thousands of people enter and exit our country, by land and sea, everyday. Though the vast majority are innocent travellers, officials must remain hawk-eyed and vigilant. You never know when strange luggage, suspicious behaviour or dodgy paperwork will pop up.
Carrier is a 10-part Emmy Award-winning series about a six-month deployment aboard the aircraft carrier, USS Nimitz. On a bright May morning, 5,000 sailors and Marines bid farewell to their loved ones before the mammoth USS Nimitz pulls out of Coronado, California, and sets a course for Hawaii and beyond. The program includes extensive footage shot aboard ship, as well as interviews with many of the crew about their various experiences, in addition to their own personal concerns and fears about the trip ahead.
Buckle up and hold on tight, you are in for a wild ride. Join us in the passenger seat as we accompany Drivers Who Dare! Whether for work or play, these drivers push the pedal to the metal and take risks normal drivers would never even consider. Whether navigating a treacherous mountain pass for kicks or transporting violent criminals, these drivers live life in the fast lane and, quite literally, on the edge. Eric Worden
The Griffins make the Simpsons look well-adjusted. And as lovable as they all are, it must be said that the most normal family member is surely their alcoholic dog Brian. Seth Macfarlane, Seth Green, Lacey Chabert, Alex Borstein
Living in Chicago, these five single young people share the ups and downs of the dating world with one another. Ben is looking for the perfect gal and Sara just wants a nice guy to settle down with; they are very, very close friends. Aaron is a tech guru, Julian is a lady's man and Riley is a beautiful, free spirit. Ryan Hansen, Danneel Harris, Jessica Lucas, Zach Cregger, Andre Holland
The world's elite female golf players will converge on Melbourne from February 3 - 6 for the nation's most prestigious golf tournament for women - The 2011 Women's Australian Open golf championship - broadcast live (AEDT) on ABC1.
Hosting ABC TV's exclusive coverage over the four days from the Commonwealth Golf Club, Melbourne, will be ABC TV Sports presenter, Stephanie Brantz.
Peter Wilkins presents the latest sports news, features and discussion with contributions from the ABC's popular radio and television sporting commentators and leading sports figures.
A medical drama series revolving around five young surgeons in a busy Seattle hospital. Each has personal secrets and demons, each wants to be the best doctor they can be and each will meet failure along the rocky road to success. Patrick Dempsey, Sandra Oh, Ellen Pompeo
When Dave Rose is left at the altar by Alex, the fallout not only affects him, it also impacts on their mutual acquaintances. Their decision to remain friends should make it easier for everyone else but sometimes things don't work out that way. How does a group of people deal with the shifting complexities of coupledom? Eliza Coupe, Elisha Cuthbert, Zachary Knighton, Adam Pally, Damon Wayans Jr, Casey Wilson
Dr House is tall, charismatic, blue-eyed and completely brilliant. He's also sarcastic, grumpy and rude to his patients. You can rely on House to solve unusual medical mysteries with wit, intelligence and a complete disregard for the rules... just don't expect a decent bedside manner. Hugh Laurie, Omar Epps, Lisa Edelstein, Robert Sean Leonard
Mad Men revolves around the conflicted world of Don Draper the biggest ad man (and ladies' man) in the business, and his colleagues at the Sterling Cooper Advertising Agency, New York City, 1960. As Don makes the plays in the boardroom and the bedroom, he struggles to stay a step ahead of the rapidly changing times and the young executives nipping at his heels. Jon Hamm, Elisabeth Moss, Vincent Kartheiser, January Jones, Christina Hendricks, John Slattery
Phryne Fisher sashays through the back lanes and jazz clubs of late 1920's Melbourne fighting injustice with her pearl handled pistol and her dagger sharp wit. But behind the facade of elegance and charm are the scars of the past which drive Phryne to find justice for those who can't help themselves and to pursue the truth of her own dark history. Essie Davis, Nathan Page, Miriam Margoyles, Hugo Johnstone-Burt
The queen is gone, here comes the queen. With KAK's sudden departure from her mid-morning television throne, a sudden vacancy has come up for a vivacious blonde. Which is where Sonia Kruger comes in. She will be joined there by David Campbell. David Campbell, Sonia Kruger
Emma Swan is a lonely young woman who lives in Boston and works as a bail bondsman and bounty hunter. When a 10 year old boy pays her a visit and tells her a grand tale, Emma decides to take the boy back to his home in Storybrooke, Maine. It is in this strange town that Emma learns there may be more to Fairy Tales than vivid pictures in a story book. From the creative minds of the writers of LOST, we enter a new world of magic and mystery. Ginnifer Goodwin, Jennifer Morrison, Lana Parilla, Josh Dallas, Jared Gilmore, Robery Carlyle, Raphael Sbarge
Outland is a six-part comedy series about a gay science fiction fan club and the lives, loves and never-ending dramas of its five members. There's Max, insecure and looking for love; the sexually-adventurous, muffin-baking Andy; Rae, the moral centre and unofficial head of the group; the high-camp, high-maintenance Fab; and the wealthy but socially-inept Toby. Toby Truslove, Paul Ireland, Christine Anu, Adam Richard, Ben Gerrard
It had to happen. With their nest finally empty, Dave and Julie Rafter were looking forward to a comfortable, child-free middle age. However, their three kids think that being with their parents is a lot more comfortable than being out on their own, and they're returning with the same sure instinct of homing pigeons. Erik Thomson, Rebecca Gibney, Michael Caton
In the lead-up to the 2012 US Presidential Election, The Chaser's Chas Licciardello teams up with ABC News Radio's John Barron to follow and analyse the race to the White House.
Dr Addison Montgomery (McDreamy's former wife from "Grey's Anatomy") has quit her job at Seattle Grace to take up a position at the Oceanside Wellness Clinic in California. While dealing with the everyday dramas of private practice, there's still time for love and romance. Kate Walsh, Tim Daly, Audra McDonald, Taye Diggs, Amy Brenneman.
Five different panellists each week face questions on a range of topical issues from the studio audience and viewers.
Tony Jones will be the ringmaster keeping the studio audience in line and keeping the five different panellists focused on the subjects up for discussion.
Emily Thorne is a beautiful, wealthy young woman with a dark, troubled past. Her father was framed and convicted for treason; he later died in prison. On her 18th birthday, she inherited a great deal of money and started formulating a plan. She has returned to the Hamptons with a new name and a solid mission: to destroy those responsible for her father’s disgrace and death. Emily VanCamp, Madeleine Stowe, Gabriel Mann, Henry Czerny, Joshua Bowman
Contrary to popular belief, the war in the Pacific commenced with Japanese air attacks against Hong Kong, Malaya and Singapore. Ninety five minutes before America's Pearl Harbor was infamously bombed by Japanese aircraft on 7 December 1941, Britain's territories in the 'Far East' had already been attacked from the air. Just two months later, on 15 February 1942, the world watched in disbelief as the victorious Imperial Japanese Army marched into Singapore. It was Japan's greatest victory and Britain's worst defeat in World War Two.
When George Altman is left to raise his teenage daughter Tessa, alone, he moves to the 'Burbs after discovering that she's way too grown up for her age. But when they get there, Tessa begins to realise that the suburbs aren't all they're cracked up to be either. But in a different way. Jeremy Sisto, Jane Levy
As a result of his uncle's assassination, England's King Henry VIII is intent on assuring his place in history by declaring war on France. Despite the encouragement of many in Henry's court, his Chancellor, Cardinal Thomas Wolsey has other plans - and a personal agenda that will make him the next Pope. And after assuring the French Ambassador and Bishop Bonnivet that they can avoid a costly war, Wolsey enlists Sir Thomas More to craft a treaty that will guarantee peace in Europe. Jonathan Rhys Meyers
In each episode, a successful business owner or top executive goes undercover at his or her own company to find out what working life is like for employees who don't necessarily wear suits and ties or take home big pay cheques.
Woodley is the chaotic and accident prone, yet devoted father of seven-year-old Ollie. Starring one of Australia's favourite comedians, Frank Woodley, it's an unashamedly romantic comedy series the whole family will enjoy. Frank Woodley
