New Series

SUNDAY 26 SEPTEMBER, 9.30PM - TVNZ 1

WATCH THE FULL SERIES ON TVNZ ONDEMAND FROM MONDAY 27 SEPTEMBER

Hit British thriller Vigil premieres on TVNZ 1 on Sunday, followed by the full-season release on TV OnDemand from Monday.

When a crew member is found dead on board the Trident nuclear submarine, HMS VIGIL, the Scottish Police are called on to investigate. The catch? The UK’s nuclear deterrent must remain unbroken, so the submarine stays on patrol and Detective Chief Inspector Amy Silva (Suranne Jones, Doctor Foster, Coronation Street) must go on board to investigate. Although the death was written off as an accidental overdose, Amy suspects foul play. But the crew close ranks in the face of Amy’s questioning, and a new threat overshadows her inquiry.

Don’t miss this captivating murky marine drama. Also starring Martin Compston (Line of Duty).

New Season

TUESDAY 28 SEPTEMBER, 8.30PM - TVNZ 1

I Am tells the real-life events of people whose experiences are unique and diverse. These are their accounts, in their own words, taking viewers on a powerfully affecting journey via emotionally impactful true-life stories, providing insight into worlds many of us will never be privy to.

Episode one of I Am shares David Ready’s story of being a cult survivor.

Following the death of his beloved sister, 17-year-old David Ready, who’d been born into the religious cult - Gloriavale - took on its leaders, setting him on a fire and brimstone collision course that ended in his expulsion from the only home he’d ever known.

Made with the support of NZ On Air.

New Season

WEDNESDAY 29 SEPTEMBER, 8.30PM - TVNZ 2

TVNZ 2 brings comedy fans the newest season of Taskmaster.

The fearsome Taskmaster, Greg Davies, and his miniature sidekick, Alex Horne, return for Season 12 as they put five fresh contestants through their paces...

Risking life, limb and dignity in the hope of making the Taskmaster proud are: QI and Jonathan Creek’s Alan Davies, comedian Desiree Burch, Man Like Mobeen’s Guz Khan, The Windsors star and impressionist Morgana Robinson, and pro poker player and Only Connect’s Victoria Coren Mitchell.

Unaware of what awaits them in each wax sealed envelope, only one competitor can become the victorious owner of His Royal Task-ness’ golden head and be crowned the next Taskmaster Champion.

New Season

MONDAY 27 SEPTEMBER, 8.30PM - TVNZ 2

First Dates Australia returns with an all-new season as real people go on blind dates in a restaurant -with a unique twist!

When the First Dates restaurant sets the table, hopeful singles from across Australia get the chance to meet their dream partner. They've turned their backs on online dating in the hope of meeting someone special face to face, and they'll discover their potential love match for the very first time in the restaurant.

Nothing is as exciting or daunting as a first date, and the cameras reveal everything, from first impressions to parting at the end of the night. Will any of these first dates lead to a second?

THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS: Continuing the story of Max, his pet friends, and their secret lives after their owners leave them for work and school each day. Max meets a sheepdog who tries to help him overcome his fears (2019). Saturday 25 September, 7pm

CONTAGION: Healthcare professionals, government officials and everyday people find themselves in the midst of a pandemic as experts works to find a cure. Starring Matt Damon, Kate Winslet and Jude Law (2011). Saturday 25 September, 8.40pm

KINGSMAN: THE GOLDEN CIRCLE: Colin Firth, Channing Tatum and Taron Egerton star in this epic sequel. When the world's held hostage, the Kingsman team up with a U.S. spy organisation to battle a ruthless enemy and save the day (2017). Sunday 26 September, 8.30pm

New Season

MONDAY 27 SEPTEMBER, 8.30PM - TVNZ DUKE

Tune into the newest season of Family Guy, fast-tracked to you from the U.S.

The animated sitcom follows Peter Griffin and his family, which includes two teenagers, a smart dog, a mischievous baby, and his spouse, as they encounter several of the most amusing situations. The program takes place in the fictional city of Quahog, Rhode Island, and much of the humour is delivered through meta-fictional cutaway gags that frequently mock American culture.

THE APPARITION: A couple's life turns upside down when they discover that they are being haunted by a presence which was accidentally released through a college experiment gone wrong. Starring Ashley Greene (2012). Saturday 25 September, 9.25pm

FULL METAL JACKET: During the Vietnam War, under the ruthless command of Hartman, a few recruits face mental breakdowns. After a bizarre event, the soldiers are left to deal with the war's hellish mayhem (1987). Tuesday 28 September, 8.30pm

MY SUPER EX-GIRLFRIEND: When Matthew discovers that his girlfriend Jennifer possesses superpowers, he breaks up with her. Enraged, Jennifer uses her powers to wreak havoc in his life. Starring Uma Thurman (2006). Friday 1 October, 9.30pm

New Series

FULL SEASON STREAMING FROM THURSDAY 30 SEPTEMBER - TVNZ ONDEMAND

This six-part British series follows five friends in the aftermath of a shocking and unexplained death where a chain of events forces them into a fragile pact of silence, bound by a secret that will change their lives forever. The drama will follow the story of five friends, a sudden death and a web of lies.

Starring Julie Hesmondhalgh (Coronation Street) and Laura Fraser (Breaking Bad).

New Season

FULL SEASON STREAMING FROM FRIDAY 1 OCTOBER - TVNZ ONDEMAND

Miri is back for another season of the delightfully unique Back to Life.

Back to Life is a dark comedy that follows ex-convict Miri (Daisy Haggard) as she tries to settle into normal life after finishing an 18-year prison sentence.

This brand-new season explores the fallout from the events of last season’s finale. In the last episode, we learnt that Mandy (Christine Bottomley) never visited Miri in prison as she’d been the one having an affair with Lara’s father, but told Lara it was Miri, leading to Lara’s confrontation of Miri and her accidental death.

Miri also discovered that her mother Caroline (Geraldine James) was having an affair with her childhood boyfriend Dom (Jamie Michie), who’d given her, and therefore her husband, an STD.

Follow as Miri comes to terms with these revelations, tries to move on with her life and sparks up a relationship with her neighbour Billy (Adeel Akhtar).

From the Producers of Fleabag.

ALL STREAMING FROM MONDAY 27 SEPTEMBER - TVNZ ONDEMAND

The Disappearance Of Natalee Holloway

On May 30, 2005, 18-year-old Natalee Holloway disappeared on the island of Aruba. Her case resulted in a world-wide media frenzy, yet Natalee's body was never found, and her father, Dave Holloway, has never stopped searching for answers. Now, 12 years later, he's following what he believes to be the most credible lead to date…

Relentless With Kate Snow

Viewers are taken on an emotional journey with grieving families as they work tirelessly, often putting their own lives in danger, to find the culprits responsible for the deaths of those they loved most.

Three Days To Live

This series chronicles kidnapping cases using re-creations and first-hand testimonies from authorities and loved ones to illustrate what went on – from the crucial periods early on in the cases, through to the twists and turns the kidnappings took before reaching their conclusions.

A Wedding And A Murder

Docu-series that looks at cases in which a wedding serves as a catalyst for a murder. Anyone could be a suspect, from the bride and groom to a wedding guest.

New Series

FULL SEASON STREAMING FROM SATURDAY 25 SEPTEMBER - TVNZ ONDEMAND

Set 58 years before the Battlestar Galactica saga, this story takes us to the vibrant world of 12 colonies and documents the ongoing race to master the technology of artificial intelligence.

Two families, the Graystones and the Adamas, live together on a peaceful planet known as Caprica, where a startling breakthrough in artificial intelligence brings about unforeseen consequences.