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M-Net & M-Net Movies<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sunday Night Movies<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Sunday, 4 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

20:05 | The Silent Hour | Action\/Thriller<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Brad Anderson. The film stars Joel Kinnaman as Frank Shaw, a Boston detective grappling with degenerative hearing loss. His life takes a dramatic turn when he is assigned to protect Ava Fremont, a deaf photographer who witnesses a murder. As they navigate a high-stakes conspiracy, Frank and Ava must rely on each other to outsmart the killer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunday, 11 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

20:05 | Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy | Romance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A heartfelt, bittersweet finale to the iconic rom-com series. Ren\u00e9e Zellweger shines as a widowed Bridget, navigating grief, single motherhood and a new romance with a younger man. The film explores the complexities of love and loss, blending humour with poignant moments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunday, 18 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

20:05 | Gunner | Action<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Luke Hemsworth and Morgan Freeman drive this action-packed film. When a former Green Beret\u2019s sons are kidnapped by a dangerous drug gang, he goes to the extreme to rescue them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunday, 25 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

20:05 | Twisters | Thriller<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Haunted by a devastating encounter with a tornado, Kate Cooper gets lured back to the open plains by her friend, Javi, to test a groundbreaking new tracking system. She soon crosses paths with Tyler Owens, a charming but reckless social-media superstar who thrives on posting his storm-chasing adventures. As storm season intensifies, Kate, Tyler and their competing teams find themselves in a fight for their lives as multiple systems converge over central Oklahoma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Friday Night Movies<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Friday, 2 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

21:00 | The Watchers | Horror\/Fantasy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A supernatural horror fantasy film directed by Ishana Night Shyamalan in her directorial debut. The screenplay, also written by Shyamalan, is based on the 2021 novel by A. M. Shine. The film stars Dakota Fanning, Georgina Campbell, Olwen Fou\u00e9r\u00e9, and Oliver Finnegan. The story follows Mina, a 28-year-old artist who becomes trapped in a vast, untouched forest in the west of Ireland. Seeking shelter, she finds herself alongside three strangers who are stalked by mysterious creatures every night. As they struggle to survive, they uncover the terrifying truth about the Watchers, humanoid creatures that imitate humans and react violently to their presence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Friday, 9 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

21:00 | Longlegs | Horror\/Crime<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A horror thriller film written and directed by Osgood Perkins. The film stars Maika Monroe, Nicolas Cage, Blair Underwood, and Alicia Witt. Set in the 1990s, the story follows FBI agent Lee Harker (Maika Monroe), a gifted recruit assigned to track down an elusive occultist serial killer known as “Longlegs” (Nicolas Cage). The killer is responsible for a series of gruesome family murders across Oregon. As Harker delves deeper into the case, she uncovers a disturbing personal connection to the killer, leading to a race against time to prevent further tragedies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Friday, 16 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

21:00 | Miller\u2019s Girl | Thriller<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Written and directed by Jade Halley Bartlett, the film stars Jenna Ortega as Cairo Sweet, an 18-year-old high school student and Martin Freeman as Jonathan Miller, her creative writing teacher. The story revolves around a complex and provocative relationship that develops between them after a creative writing assignment. Cairo Sweet, living alone in her wealthy family’s mansion, impresses her teacher, Jonathan Miller, with her literary knowledge and familiarity with his work. As they spend more time together, their intellectual connection deepens, leading to a controversial and intimate relationship. Cairo’s provocative writing assignment further complicates their bond, pushing the boundaries of their professional and personal lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Friday, 23 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

21:00 | Magpie | Thriller\/Drama<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A British neo-noir thriller film directed by Sam Yates, marking his film debut. The screenplay, written by Tom Bateman, is based on an original story by lead actress and producer Daisy Ridley. The film follows Ben (Shazad Latif), a father who chaperones his daughter Tillie (Hiba Ahmed) on a film set where she co-stars with a popular actress, Alicia (Matilda Lutz). While his wife Annette (Daisy Ridley) is at home with their newborn baby, Ben finds himself increasingly drawn to Alicia. As he becomes entangled in a fantasy relationship, Annette’s psychological state deteriorates, leading to a chaotic and suspenseful exploration of marital discord and obsession.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Friday, 30 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

21:00 | The Good Half | Comedy\/Drama<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Directed by Robert Schwartzman and written by Brett Ryland. The film stars Nick Jonas, Brittany Snow, David Arquette, Alexandra Shipp, Matt Walsh, and Elisabeth Shue. The story follows Renn Wheeland (Nick Jonas), who returns to his hometown of Cleveland, Ohio, for his mother’s funeral. During his stay, Renn reconnects with his estranged family and old friends, forging new relationships while healing old wounds. As he confronts his grief and unresolved issues, Renn embarks on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Series Premieres<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Saturday, 3 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

18:00 | Georgy and Mandy’s first Marriage | S1 | Comedy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A heartwarming and humorous sequel to the beloved series Young Sheldon. The series follows Georgie Cooper Jr. and Mandy McAllister as they navigate the complexities of adulthood, parenting and marriage in Texas. The series picks up one month after the finale of Young Sheldon, with Georgie and Mandy raising their young family while dealing with the challenges of living with Mandy’s parents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monday, 5 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

22:00 | Emperor of Ocean Park | S1| Thriller<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A shocking and heartbreaking series premiere. Talcott Garland’s life faces a daunting battle with family after his father, politically conservative Judge Oliver Garland (Forest Whitaker, with Omar Miller as the young Oliver Garland), dies of a heart attack shortly after failing his bid to join the Supreme Court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thursday, 8 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

22:00 | Mission to Burnley | S1 | Documentary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A captivating documentary series that delves into the transformation of Burnley Football Club under new American ownership. Produced by Sky Documentaries and crafted by the acclaimed Ad Hoc Films, the series provides an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at the club’s journey from relegation to revival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monday, 12 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

17:00 | American Idol | S23 | Reality Music Competition | Monday-Friday<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ryan Seacrest hosts this season of the popular Emmy-winning reality singing competition with judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

LOCAL HOT PICK<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Thursday, 15 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

20:00 | Helderberg | Documentary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A devastating premiere. In 1987, SAA Flight SA295 is reported overdue at Mauritius. The worst aviation disaster in South African history has taken place, and all answers to the mystery lie deep underwater.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

INTERNATIONAL HOT PICK<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Thursday, 15 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

21:00 | 1923 | S2 | Western Drama<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A cruel winter brings new challenges to Dutton Ranch. Donald Whitfield (Timothy Dalton) still has his eyes on the ranch, with designs on turning Montana into a playground for the elite. Jacob (Harrison Ford) and Cara (Helen Mirren) must buckle down and wait for Spencer (Brandon Sklenar) to arrive and help them repel the latest attack. Meanwhile, Spencer\u2019s new bride Alexandra (Julia Schlaepfer) sets off on her own harrowing trans-Atlantic journey to find him and reclaim their love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saturday, 17 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

19:00 | Britain\u2019s Got Talent | S18 | Reality Talent Competition<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The reality talent competition continues to showcase the incredible talent from across the UK and beyond. Hosted by the beloved duo Ant & Dec, the judging panel remains unchanged with Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli returning to bring their expertise, humour and heart to the competition. This season features auditions filmed entirely in Blackpool, a first in the show’s history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monday, 19 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

20:00 | The Hunting Party | S1 | Drama<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An action-packed premiere. When a massive explosion at a top-secret prison allows notorious serial killer Richard Harris to escape, disgraced FBI agent Bex Henderson is called back into action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wednesday, 21 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

21:00 | Grosse Pointe Garden Society | S1 | Drama<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Birdie grows more invested in her scholarship recipient, Ford. Alice investigates her dog\u2019s murder. Catherine wrestles with coming clean about her affair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thursday, 29 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

19:00 | S.W.A.T | S8 | Procedural Drama<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This season continues to follow Sergeant Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson, played by Shemar Moore, and his elite Special Weapons and Tactics team as they tackle high-stakes missions in Los Angeles. The season opens with the team confronting a series of brutal stash house robberies that spill into L.A., forcing them to collaborate with the sheriff’s department’s gang unit to unmask a violent crew that leaves no witnesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Friday, 30 May<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

20:00 | Elsbeth| S2| Comedy Drama<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The series continues the intriguing journey of Elsbeth Tascioni, a brilliant but unconventional defence attorney, as she navigates complex legal cases and personal challenges. The new season delves deeper into Elsbeth’s world, blending legal drama with quirky humour and unexpected twists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

M-Net Movies: For the Movies of your life<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

MM1-4 Top 10<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

MM1 Top 10<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n