M-Net (channel 101), M-Net Binge (channel 900) and M-Net City (channel 115) highlights for April 2018.
M-Net Schedule Updates
- The Saturday 21 April movie Fixed has been replaced with the comedy Fist Fight at 22:00.
- Due to the short duration of MasterChef Australia season 9 on Tuesday 10 April, the medical spin-off special Grey’s Anatomy B-Team season 1 has been added to the schedule from 18:25-18:40.
- Lucifer season 3 will go on a one week break on Wednesday 18 April at 23:05. The series returns with episode 20 on Wednesday 25 April at 23:05.
Reminders
- Due to the 2 back-to-back episodes of American Idols season 16 on Fridays and Saturdays for the rest of this month; Friday’s line-up from 13 April-27 April will start an hour later. The Saturday movies from 14 April-21 April will now start at 22:00. Please see below in green.
- The Australian crime drama Harrow season 1 has been added to the schedule and will start on Thursday 12 April at 23:00.
- The Late Late Show with James Corden season 4 will be going on a production break from Friday 13 April. The season returns with new episodes on Monday 28 May.
- American Idols season 16 now starts with two back-to-back episodes on Friday 13 April from 19:00-21:00.
- In order to accommodate crossover episodes of the Chicago series franchise in May: Chicago PD season 5 will air as two back-to-back episodes from Tuesday 24 April at 20:00 and 21:00. This means that Chicago Med season 3 will be on a broadcast break from Tuesday 24 April.
- Suits season 7 ends with two back-to-back episodes on Thursday 26 April at 21:00-22:00.
- Riverdale season 2 returns from a broadcast break on Saturday 28 April at 20:00.
- Kevin Can Wait season 2 will go on a broadcast break on Sunday 29 April at 16:00. The sitcom will return in May.
- Man with a Plan season 2 will go on a broadcast break Sunday 29 April at 16:30. The sitcom will return in May.
M-Net City Schedule Updates
- Sleepy Hollow season 4 will now premiere on Saturday 21 April at 20:00, and not 21:00 as previously communicated.
- The Originals season 5 will now premiere on Saturday 21 April at 21:00, and not 20:00 as previously communicated.
- The Five season 1 has been added to the schedule and will start on Saturday 21 April at 22:00.
- Longmire season 6 has been removed off the April schedule and replaced by Outlander season 3, on Wednesday 25 April at 22:05.
Saturday Movies
Saturday 14 April
22:00 CHiPs 16VSNL Action *Movie starts an hour later due to American Idols*
Inspired by the hit 70s and 80s show, this action cop comedy sees an undercover FBI agent and a former motocross racer team up to take down a crime ring.
Read the SAMDB review of CHiPs.
Saturday 21 April
22:00 Fist Fight 16SNL Comedy *Movie starts an hour later due to American Idols*
Ice Cube steps up for an after-school special like no other in this hilarious comedy. After two teachers have a falling out, one challenges the other to a fight.
Read the SAMDB review of Fist Fight.
Saturday 28 April
21:00 War On Everyone 16VSNL Action
Alexander Skarsgård and Michael Peña make a fine pair of corrupt cops in this dark crime comedy, when they set out to exact revenge on all who’ve wronged them.
Sunday Night Blockbusters
(Note: The Sunday Night Movies start at 20:30 to accommodate the Dancing With the Stars SA Live Results Show)
Sunday 15 April
20:30 Kong: Skull Island 13VL Action
The King of Beasts gets a visually stunning fantasy film. When a team of scientists and soldiers explore an uncharted island, they soon discover its hostile inhabitants.
Read the SAMDB review of Kong: Skull Island.
Sunday 22 April
20:00 Trevor Noah: There’s A Gupta On My Stoep 13L Stand-up
South Africa’s sweetheart Trevor Noah returns to the country for an iconic live performance, where nobody’s president or politics is off limits.
21:20 Girls Trip 18SNL Comedy
The party heads to New Orleans for an ensemble cast in this acclaimed comedy. On a wild reunion trip, four lifelong friends find romance, sisterhood and absolute chaos.
Sunday 29 April
20:30 American Made 16VSNL Action
Tom Cruise tells an unbelievably true story in a rough-and-tumble biopic of Barry Seal, an American pilot who becomes a drug-runner for the CIA.
Read the SAMDB review of American Made.
World Cinema Movies
(Note: Additional repeat has been added. See it again on Tuesdays at 01:00)
Sunday 15 April
23:10 A Serious Game
Based on the acclaimed Swedish novel this emotional drama explores the passionate affair between a married woman and a journalist.
Sunday 22 April
00:10 Strange Birds PG13L Drama
An eccentric French dramedy. A young woman and a cynical old librarian form an intriguing, unconventional friendship that soon grows into something surprisingly heartfelt.
Sunday 29 April
23:05 Key House Mirror 13VS Drama
Poignant Danish drama about second chances. An elderly woman devotedly cares for her catatonic husband in a nursing home, while longing for freedom and excitement.
New, Returning & Series Finales
Monday 09 April
16:45 Ellen’s Game Of Games 01 0001 *Season 2 Starts*
Multi-award winning talk show queen Ellen DeGeneres brings us this high-energy reality competition show, that sees contestants play popular games to win a big cash prize.
Tuesday 10 April
17:45 MasterChef Australia 09 0065 “Mystery Box”
Gary Mehigan, George Calombaris and Matt Preston put amateur chefs in the hot seat, in the return of this popular reality cooking competition.
18:25 Grey’s Anatomy: B-Team 01 0001 “Episode One”
In the premiere of this short special of the acclaimed medical drama, under the watchful (and stern) eye of Chief Bailey, a fresh crop of interns set out on their first shift at Grey Sloan.
18:28 Grey’s Anatomy: B-Team 01 0002 “Episode Two”
Levi and Sam compete for a procedure on Alex’s young patient. This short spin-off of the acclaimed medical drama follows a new batch of interns at Grey Sloan.
18:31 Grey’s Anatomy: B-Team 01 0003 “Episode Three”
Vik tries to charm a patient, hopeful that it will land him in the OR with Maggie. A fresh crop of interns start their shift at Grey Sloan memorial, in this short spinoff.
18:34 Grey’s Anatomy: B-Team 01 0004 “Episode Four”
Dahlia blows her chance at being Richard’s favourite intern. From the acclaimed medical drama, this mini medical special introduces a new crop of interns to Grey Sloan Memorial.
18:37 Grey’s Anatomy: B-Team 01 0005 “Episode Five”
Casey and Taryn pester Owen for chances to scrub in. Short special spin-off of the acclaimed medical drama.
18:40 Grey’s Anatomy: B-Team 01 0006 “Episode Six”
Exhausted and traumatized, the interns take stock of their first day as surgeons, in the finale of this medical spin-off. From creator Shonda Rhimes.
Thursday 12 April
23:00 Harrow 01 001 *Season 1 Starts*
The series premiere of this Australian crime drama sees brilliant forensic pathologist Dr Daniel Harrow investigating the apparent suicide of a young woman. From the creator of ‘Secrets & Lies’.
00:10 The Late Late Show With James Corden 04 0092 *Season 4 goes on a break*
James Corden hosts this Emmy winning talk show featuring celebrities, games and Carpool Karaoke.
Friday 13 April
19:00 American Idols 16 0001 *Season 16 Starts as two back-to-back episodes*
Ryan Seacrest hosts this season of the popular Emmy-winning reality singing competition with Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie on the judging panel.
21:00 American Idols 16 0002 *Season 16 Starts as two back-to-back episodes*
Ryan Seacrest hosts this season of the popular Emmy-winning reality singing competition with Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie on the judging panel.
23:00 Divorce 02 0007 #17 “Going, Going…Gone” *Starts an hour later due to American Idols*
Frances spots the dashing art bigwig Skip Zakarian at an auction and takes the opportunity to invite him to Sylvia’s upcoming show. Golden Globe-winner Sarah Jessica Parker stars in this dramedy.
23:35 Loudermilk 01 0007 “Father Of The Year” *Starts an hour later due to American Idols*
En route to Vancouver to see a woman he met online, Loudermilk’s father Jack stops in unannounced to spend the night. Golden Globe-nominee Ron Livingston stars in this dramedy.
00:05 Trial And Error 01 0010 “A Hostile Jury” *Starts an hour later due to American Idols*
Josh tries to show the hostile jury the real Larry when they visit the crime scene inside the Henderson home. Bizarre comedy from the writer of ‘Friends’, parodying true crime documentaries.
00:30 High Maintenance 02 0002 #08 “Fagin” *Starts an hour later due to American Idols*
A couple deals with less-than-ideal digs during a trip to New York, while The Guy delivers to an all-female political group. Eccentric comedy set in Brooklyn, following a colourful marijuana dealer and his neurotic clients.
Tuesday 17 April
21:00 Chicago Med 03 0007 “Over Troubled Water” *Season 3 goes on a broadcast break*
Dr Charles feels pressure when Dr Choi and Dr Manning criticise his medical decision regarding an ill new-born baby. This medical drama follows a courageous team of doctors and nurses.
23:00 Chance 02 0010 “Especially If You Run Away” *Season 2 Ends*
With Lorena’s help, Chance and D return to San Francisco to handle unfinished business, in the season finale of this compelling psychological drama.
Wednesday 18 April
23:05 Close Up With The Hollywood Reporter 03 0007 “Actors/Actresses” *Lucifer season 3 on a one week break*
Hollywood’s top directors, producers, writers and performers open up about the challenges and triumphs of their acclaimed work.
Friday 20 April
23:00 Divorce 02 0008 #18 “Alone Again, Naturally” *Starts an hour later due to American Idols*
Robert and Jackie take a step forward in their real-estate business as Frances faces the fallout of a successful opening at her gallery, in the season finale of this acclaimed, Emmy-nominated dramedy.
23:40 Loudermilk 01 0008 “Invitation Only” *Starts an hour later due to American Idols*
While planning to tell Loudermilk that he’s been drinking in secret, Ben loses his nerve and joins him for a meeting instead. A recovering alcoholic agrees to help a wayward young woman in this dramedy.
00:10 Trial And Error 01 0011 “Unusual Suspect” *Starts an hour later due to American Idols*
After the prosecution presents its case for 28 gruelling days, Josh’s defence suffers a major setback. Oscar-nominee John Lithgow stars in this ridiculous comedy about a bizarre murder trial.
00:35 High Maintenance 02 0003 #09 “Namaste” *Starts an hour later due to American Idols*
As The Guy rethinks his living situation, couple Candace and John are in for a shock when they move in to their new apartment. Oddball comedy about a marijuana dealer in Brooklyn.
Sunday 22 April
17:00 Dancing With The Stars South Africa 01 0021 *Season 1 Ends*
Twelve untrained local celebs will be putting their best foot forward to compete in this proudly South African version of the glamourous reality series.
Monday 23 April
21:00 Here And Now 01 0010 *Season 1 Ends*
The Oscar and Golden Globe-winning writer of ‘Six Feet Under’ penned this introspective family dramedy about a multi-racial family consisting of a couple, their three adopted children and one biological child.
22:00 Westworld 02 0001 *Season 2 Starts (Express)*
An ensemble cast star in this dark sci-fi thriller about a world of artificial consciousness, from Emmy winner JJ Abrams (Lost).
Tuesday 24 April
20:00 Chicago PD 05 0010 “Rabbit Hole”
Halstead’s partying with Camila unintentionally puts him in the middle of a drug-related homicide. Dick Wolf (Law & Order) created this fast-paced addition to the Chicago series.
21:00 Chicago PD 05 0011 “Confidential”
Burgess’ confidential informant reveals a possible murder which Burgess discounts but Upton pursues, revealing a corpse. An elite group of law enforcers take down crime in this cop drama.
23:00 Transparent 04 0001 “Standing Order” *Season 4 Starts*
This critically acclaimed, Golden Globe-winning dramedy explores the sincere and poignant story of a transgender woman’s journey.
Thursday 26 April
19:00 NCIS Los Angeles 09 0015 “Liabilities” *Season 9 goes on a broadcast break*
Television’s most popular undercover agents of NCIS: LA continue to take down the bad guys- one dangerous case at a time, in this acclaimed, Emmy-nominated cop drama.
21:00 Suits 07 0015 *Season 7 Ends with two back-to-back episodes*
Gabriel Macht and Patrick J. Adams return as the dynamic duo in the popular drama, following the exploits of New York’s top dog lawyers in the high-stakes legal scene.
22:00 Suits 07 0016 *Season 7 Ends with two back-to-back episodes*
Gabriel Macht and Patrick J. Adams return as the dynamic duo in the popular drama, following the exploits of New York’s top dog lawyers in the high-stakes legal scene.
Friday 27 April
23:00 Barry 01 0001 *Season 1 Starts* *Starts an hour later due to American Idols*
Emmy-winner Bill Hader stars in this dark comedy, about a depressed hitman who decides to pursue an acting career, despite not being able to leave his criminal past behind.
23:40 Loudermilk 01 0009 “Highway 10 Revisited” *Starts an hour later due to American Idols*
Loudermilk, Ben, and Claire hit the road for New Orleans with the intention of crashing a wedding. This acclaimed dramedy follows the travails of a recovering alcoholic.
00:10 Trial And Error 01 0012 “The Defense Rests” *Starts an hour later due to American Idols*
Despite hiring the best witness coach in the South, Larry’s testimony leads to a shocking discovery about his past. A parody of true crime documentaries plays out in this comedy.
00:35 High Maintenance 02 0004 #10 “Derech” *Starts an hour later due to American Idols*
A Hasidic man explores the world outside his sect and a club performer has a wild night out while The Guy bonds with a driver. Eccentric dramedy exploring the colourful life of a New York drug dealer.
Saturday 28 April
20:00 Riverdale 02 0005 “Chapter Eighteen: When A Stranger Calls” *Season 2 returns from broadcast break*
When Alice publishes a fiery piece blasting the Southside, Jughead is forced to take matters into his own hands to keep the peace. Emmy-nominee Greg Berlanti backs this teen drama.
Sunday 29 April
16:00 Kevin Can Wait 02 0009 “Cooking Up A Storm” *Season 2 goes on a break*
Kevin is adamant about cooking Thanksgiving dinner at home, as Donna used to do, but Kendra wants to eat a restaurant instead. Follows the escapades of a single dad.
16:30 Man With A Plan 02 0013 “The Party Planner” *Season 2 goes on a break*
Adam attempts to organise a birthday dinner for Andi and he quickly discovers that managing guests isn’t easy. Golden Globe winner Matt LeBlanc starts in this family comedy.
17:00 Harry Potter: A History Of Magic PG13N Documentary *Special*
Author of the magical ‘Harry Potter’ series JK Rowling ventures behind the scenes of the British Library, where the real-life inspiration for her fantastical world originated.
18:00 The Wedding Bashers Specials: With Love 01 0001 *Special Starts*
The Wedding Bashers Specials: With Love. South Africa’s favourite Bashers return for a series of special weddings.
Monday 30 April
21:00 Billions 03 0001 *Season 3 Starts*
The stakes are in the billions, in this provocative drama starring Golden Globe-winners Paul Giamatti and Damian Lewis as two men caught in a struggle for justice, power and money.
Saturday 14 April
21:30 Emerald City 01 0001 “The Beast Forever” 16VS
22:15 Emerald City 01 0002 “Prison Of The Abject” 16V
23:00 Emerald City 01 0003 “Mistress-New-Mistress” 16V
23:45 Emerald City 01 0004 “Science And Magic” 16V
00:33 Emerald City 01 0005 “Everybody Lies” 16V
Sunday 15 April
21:30 Emerald City 01 0006 “Beautiful Wickedness” 16V
22:18 Emerald City 01 0007 “They Came First” 16V
23:05 Emerald City 01 0008 “Lions In Winter” 16V
23:52 Emerald City 01 0009 “The Villain That’s Become” 16V
00:39 Emerald City 01 0010 “No Place Like Home” 16V
Saturday 21 April
21:30 The 100 04 0001 “Echoes” 16V
22:15 The 100 04 0002 “Heavy Lies The Crown” 16V
23:02 The 100 04 0003 “The Four Horsemen” 16V
23:49 The 100 04 0004 “A Lie Guarded” 16V
00:35 The 100 04 0005 “The Tinder Box” 16V
01:20 The 100 04 0006 “We Will Rise” 16V
02:07 The 100 04 0007 “Gimme Shelter” 16V
Sunday 22 April
21:30 The 100 04 0008 “God Complex” 16V
22:17 The 100 04 0009 “DNR” 16V
23:04 The 100 04 0010 “Die All, Die Merrily” 16V
23:50 The 100 04 0011 “The Other Side” 16V
00:37 The 100 04 0012 “The Chosen” 16V
01:24 The 100 04 0013 “Praimfaya” 16V
Saturday 28 April
21:30 Marvel’s Inhumans 01 0001 “Behold… The Inhumans” 13VS
22:17 Marvel’s Inhumans 01 0002 “Those Who Would Destroy Us” 13V
23:05 Marvel’s Inhumans 01 0003 “Divide And Conquer” 13V
23:52 Marvel’s Inhumans 01 0004 “Make Way For… Medusa” 13VS
Sunday 29 April
21:30 Marvel’s Inhumans 01 0005 “Something Inhuman This Way Comes…” 13VL
22:18 Marvel’s Inhumans 01 0006 “The Gentleman’s Name Is Gorgon” 13V
23:05 Marvel’s Inhumans 01 0007 “Havoc In The Hidden Land” 13V
23:53 Marvel’s Inhumans 01 0008 “…And Finally: Black Bolt” 13V
M-Net City Movies
Friday 13 April
21:00 American Heist 16VSL
Hayden Christensen is sucked into the greed filled crime world in this heist movie. Trying to escape the life, he’s reluctantly pulled back in by his brother.
Friday 20 April
21:00 Need For Speed PG13V
Fast and Furious fans will not want to miss Need For Speed. This high octane, street-racing movie starring Breaking Bad’s Aaron Paul will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Read the SAMDB review of Need for Speed.
Friday 27 April
21:00 Stolen 13VL
Hollywood action hero Nicolas Cage stars in this adrenalin-filled crime drama about a former thief who is in a race against time to save his kidnapped daughter.
Read the SAMDB review of Stolen.
New, Returning & Series Finales
Tuesday 10 April
20:00 The Last Ship 04 0001 “In Medias Res” *Season 4 Starts*Aired on M-Net*
The Nathan James faces another global disaster sixteen months after thwarting the coup in America, in the season premiere of this post-apocalyptic drama. Eric Dane (Grey’s Anatomy) stars.
Saturday 14 April
22:00 12 Monkeys 03 0010 “Witness” *Season 3 Ends*
In the season finale of this fast-paced thriller, Cole, Railly, and Athan arrive in 1959 at the House of Cedar and Pine where Jones’s forces appear for a confrontation. Based on the acclaimed film.
Wednesday 18 April
22:10 From Dusk Till Dawn 03 0010 “Dark Side Of The Sun” *Season 3 Ends*
With Kate Fuller near death, our heroes race against an eclipse to defeat Amaru and close the gate before hell consumes the world. Season finale of the horror series.
Saturday 21 April
19:00 iZombie 04 0001 “Are You Ready For Some Zombies?” *Season 4 Starts*Premieres on M-Net City*
The acclaimed creator of ‘Veronica Mars’ backs this cult fantasy crime drama. After a medical resident is transformed into a zombie, she uses her newly-acquired skills to assist the police.
20:00 Sleepy Hollow 04 0001 “Columbia” *Season 4 Starts*Premieres on M-Net City*
This Emmy-nominated supernatural drama explores the resurrection of a 18th Century hero who fights to protect the world from evil.
21:00 The Originals 05 0001 “Where You Left Your Heart” *Season 5 Starts**Premieres on M-Net City*
The creator of ‘The Vampire Diaries’ penned this Emmy-nominated supernatural drama, following the tumultuous lives of the first vampire family.
22:00 The Five 01 0001 *Season 1 Starts*Aired on M-Net City*
In the series premiere of this gripping crime drama, a missing boy’s DNA turns up at a crime scene- twenty years after his mysterious disappearance- throwing the lives of his family and friends into turmoil.
Wednesday 25 April
20:00 The Americans 05 0013 “The Soviet Division” *Season 5 Ends*
The riveting season finale finds Philip and Elizabeth racing against the clock as a life hangs in the balance. Critically acclaimed spy-thriller following two married KGB agents.
22:05 Outlander 03 0001 “The Battle Joined” *Season 3 Starts*
In the season premiere of this Golden Globe nominated drama, Jamie eludes capture after the Battle of Culloden Moor in 1746. Based on the acclaimed novels about a woman who travels through time.
Thursday 26 April
19:00 The Disappearance 01 0006 “Redemption” *Season 1 Ends*
In the season finale of this thrilling drama, the mystery behind the disappearance is nearly unravelled as a race against the clock to find Anthony alive ensues.
20:00 Seven Types Of Ambiguity 01 0006 “Anna” *Season 1 Ends*
Feeling the weight of her testimony during Simon’s trial, Anna wrestles with her conscience over the right course of action. Suspenseful and gripping Australian psychological drama, about the abduction of a child.
Friday 27 April
19:00 Stitchers 03 0010 “Maternis” *Season 3 Ends*
With help from Ivy the Stitchers team finally apprehends Daniel Stinger and finds out where Kirsten’s mother, Jaclyn is being held. Season finale of the sci-fi drama.
Sunday 29 April
22:00 Blood Drive 01 0013 “Finish Line” *Season 1 Ends*
In the season finale, Arthur, Grace and Slink attack Heart Enterprises, but their deepest fears are waiting for them. Set in a dystopian future this grisly drama follows a former cop.
Monday 30 April
19:00 Prison Break 2017 01 0009 Behind The Eyes *Season 1 Ends*
In the season finale, Poseidon continues to outsmart Michael and the rest of the gang which leads them to the ultimate showdown. This crime drama revival follows the exploits of two jailbird brothers.
22:00 The Last Kingdom 02 0010 *Season 2 Ends*
In the season finale, deception and betrayal are rife as Uhtred fights for Wessex and he struggles to secure Aethelflaed’s freedom. This 9th century period drama follows the Viking invasion of England.
