{"id":8712,"date":"2019-07-19T15:09:09","date_gmt":"2019-07-19T13:09:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/?p=8712"},"modified":"2019-07-19T15:09:12","modified_gmt":"2019-07-19T13:09:12","slug":"dstv-content-discovery-19-to-25-july-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/blog\/2019\/07\/19\/dstv-content-discovery-19-to-25-july-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"DStv Content Discovery: 19 To 25 July 2019"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Grassroots <\/strong>S1 starts on Friday 19 July on 1Magic (103) at 19:30. Same time on Showmax<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grassroots is a brand-new 13-part local series that explores the trials and tribulations of two young men from feuding families whose passion for rugby leads them into a new stage of their lives. In this coming-of-age story Asanda and Monwabisi both follow their hearts, leaving rural Eastern Cape for scholarships in Johannesburg. Will they be able to shake their past and band together to make the transition from the dusty rural streets to competing at a private school in the city? The brilliant Lihleli Tini stars alongside the talented and popular Oros Mampofu in this drama which explores themes of manhood and is richly woven with Xhosa tradition. It also stars veteran Connie Chiume, and Zikhona Sodlaka from Mzansi Magic\u2019s Housekeepers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The beautiful Bonang Matheba returns with more reality drama this week. As always, her famous friends will be joining her on the show, which reveals just how fabulous her life really is. This is as about as close to South African royalty as we can get!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the news that M-Net is calling for contestants for a second season of our own local Bachelor SA, lovers of this reality show can, in the meantime, indulge in the international versions, thanks to 1Magic. Not only is there The Bachelorette US Reunion, which promises to be the biggest reunion in history, but the new season of The Bachelorette US is starting soon as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s all about the 50th anniversary of The Moon landing on DStv this week, with a host of fascinating shows that look at the ground-breaking event from every angle. And it\u2019s not just the documentaries on HISTORY, Discovery Channel, National Geographic and BBC Earth that will keep everyone fascinated, M-Net\u2019s Sunday movie First Man paints a dramatized, highly evocative portrait of the man who turned the dream into a reality, Neil Armstrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

LOCAL<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Being Bonang<\/strong> S3 starts on Friday 19 July on 1Magic (103) at 19:00. Also available on Showmax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The US has Beyonc\u00e9 and we have our Bonang! Our own Queen B has recently launched her own sparkling wine, which just might be the perfect pairing for her vivacious, bubbly personality. On this season of her own reality show, she\u2019ll take us through the daily grind of the busy schedule that makes up her day. She\u2019s not one to let haters get in the way of securing that bag, and is that Somizi we see coming to support his friend at the wine launch?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Minki <\/strong>S3 starts on Wednesday 24 July on VIA (147) at 20:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Television presenter and model Minki van der Westhuizen\u2019s talk show is back for its third run. Minki became a household name as the presenter of the lifestyle programme Pasella and kykNET\u2019s Boer Soek \u2018n Vrou, but when you\u2019re invited to Minki\u2019s own couch, you can count on a good chat, excellent company and a few surprises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lasizwe: Fake It Till You Make It<\/strong> S2 starts on Monday 22 July on MTV (130) at 21:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Socialite and social media sensation Lasizwe has never been one to shy away from the spotlight. He started with his own YouTube channel with any one of his alter egos re-enacting authentic South African experiences like standing at a queue at Home Affairs or the love-hate relationship we have with cashiers. We wonder though, has he ever exposed the real Lasizwe? And what are the chances we\u2019ll finally get to meet him (irl) on Fake It Till You Make It?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lui Maar Op, Belinda<\/strong> S1 on Monday 22 July on kykNET (144) at 20:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Belinda Swanepoel works the cash register at a local shop. It\u2019s not exactly her dream job; in fact, she\u2019d rather be anywhere than working here. When two snobbish frenemies from her past pop up unexpectedly, Belinda pretends she owns the shop. Meanwhile, farm hero Frans gives timid Dirkie a lesson in farm exercise to build some muscle and look strong. StarringBr\u00fcmilda van Rensburg and Annelisa Weiland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alles Malan <\/strong>S1 on Tuesday 23 July on kykNET (144) at 20:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Malans are the perfect family, or so they\u2019d like everyone to think. In this week\u2019s episode, it\u2019s Valentine\u2019s day, and Johan is about to ask Elani, the Malan\u2019s teenage daughter, a very important question. And it had better be the right question, because Elani is pregnant. Meanwhile, their adopted son Freek is trying to win a girl\u2019s heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Material Culture<\/strong> S1 on Saturday 20 July on Mzansi Wethu (163) at 19:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The S\u2019khothane\u2019s or the Material crew love all things blingy, shiny and especially, obscenely expensive. Led by Material Don Dada, they plan to develop a worldwide membership and in this episode, Don finds out that he\u2019s been catfished.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Survivor South Africa<\/strong> S7 on Thursday 25 July on M-Net (101) at 19:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The castaways have merged into one tribe \u2013 Manumalo \u2013 and of course, the scheming and jostling for power kicked in almost immediately. The tribemates already voted off the island are forming part of the jury now, and it\u2019s coming down to individual immunity where it\u2019s one man, or woman, for themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Impilo<\/strong> S1 on Monday 22 July on Mzansi Magic (161) at 20:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This drama is kicked off by the shady dealings of one shameless man, Khulubuse Mtshali, and his pyramid scheme which collapsed, costing his community their hard-earned cash. This Monday, Khulubuse\u2019s son Mnqobi learns the truth about why his father abandoned him and wants nothing to do with him. Sthandiwe Kgoroge stars alongside Nay Maps and Candice Modiselle, with Desmond Dube as Khulubuse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Republic <\/strong>S1 on Sunday 21 July on Mzansi Magic (161) at 20:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trying to clean up the country after thieving Hendrik Mbuli\u2019s term in office has made President Lufuno Mulaudzi many enemies, which has led to her kidnapping. Her whereabouts remain unknown, and Moses and his crew of kidnappers suggests that while they wait for the ransom, they relax and have a good time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mooimaak met Clare Wiese-Wentzel<\/strong> S2 on Tuesday 23 July on kykNET & Kie (145) at 20:20<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Everyone needs a best friend like Clare. Season two of this original reality show kicks off with Clare Wiese-Wentzel helping Coreen, a lady from Stellenbosch who\u2019s in need of a makeover. As always, Clare doesn\u2019t only focus on how her guest looks on the outside, but helps them feel good on the inside with a much-needed confidence boost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SPORT<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Athletics: Diamond League, London<\/strong> on Saturday 20 July on SuperSport 6 (206) at 15:00 and Sunday 21 July on SuperSport 7 (207) at 15:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A dazzling list of Olympic Games and world championship medallists are competing in this weekend\u2019s Diamond League athletics meet. Olympic and world 800m champion Caster Semenya is ranked 4th for the 800m Women\u2019s race, having taken victory in 1:55.70 in Stanford, California at the end of June. South African long jump stars Luvo Manyonga and Ruswahl Samaai take on Cuba\u2019s Juan Miguel Echevarria in what could be the show-stopping item of the London leg. Manyonga set meeting records of 8.58m and 8.53m in England last year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Netball: World Cup <\/strong>on 19, 20 and 21 July on SuperSport 10 (210) from 09:45 to 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After the almost unbearable tension of the cricket World Cup final and the men\u2019s singles final at Wimbledon, the netball World Cup tournament in Liverpool is heading in the same direction. The final, starting at 17:30 on Sunday, should be another classic sports contest. South Africa began the week unbeaten and on top in Group A after beating Jamaica 55-52. Now the Proteas are shooting for glory, along with fancied teams such as England, New Zealand and Australia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rugby: Currie Cup<\/strong> on Friday 19 July at 16:45 and 19:00 and on Saturday 20 July at 13:45 on SuperSport 1 (201)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Two Rugby Championship internationals take centre stage this weekend \u2012 South Africa vs Australia at 16:55 and Argentina vs New Zealand at 19:55 on Saturday. But three Currie Cup matches should provide excellent sideshows. At 16:45 on Friday the Griquas, who beat the Sharks last week, are up against the Pumas, who lost by one point to the Lions. At 19:00, the Blue Bulls face the Cheetahs in Friday\u2019s other match, and on Saturday the Sharks are at home to the in-form Western Province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mixed Martial Arts: UFC Fight Night<\/strong> on 20\u201321 July on SuperSport 11 (211) at 23:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A potentially explosive welterweight bout between Rafael dos Anjos of Brazil and Jamaican Leon Edwards tops the bill of the tournament in San Antonio, Texas. The 24-year-old Edwards is 1,83m tall and has a telling reach advantage over Dos Anjos, a 1.73m, 34-year-old veteran who has lost 11 of his 40 bouts. Edwards\u2019s record stands at 17-3. Live coverage of the preliminaries starts at 23:00 on Friday but the top-shelf action will be between 03:00 and 06:00 on Saturday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

KIDS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Ralph Breaks the Internet<\/strong> premieres on Saturday 20 July on M-Net (101) at 15:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This Saturday\u2019s awesome Oscar-nominated Kid\u2019s Movie sees the return of Disney\u2019s Wreck-it Ralph (voiced by John C. Reilly) and her royal glitch-ness, Vanellope von Schweetz (Sarah Silverman) as they plunge headfirst into the world wide web, where you never know what\u2019s going to happen next (cute cats, exploding bunnies \u2013 it\u2019s the Web!). Also listen out for the voice talents of Jane Lynch, Alan Tudyk, Taraji P Henson, Alfred Molina and Gal Gadot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coop and Cami Ask the World<\/strong> S1 starts on Monday 22 July on Disney Channel (303) at 17:15<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooper and Cameron Wrather have come up with a \u201cwrather\u201d brilliant way to make decisions in this live-action comedy \u2013 ask the world! Of course, the millions of followers of their online channel \u201cWould You Wrather?\u201d may not always give the most sensible advice. In the first episode, the duo discovers that their mom feels ready to start dating again. Woohoo! Right? Except her first date is none other than their school principal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Butterbean\u2019s Caf<\/strong>e S1 on Monday 22 July on Nick Jr. (307) at 10:20<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This delightful animated series follows the adorable fairy, Butterbean, and her friends. They run their own caf\u00e9, and they\u2019re really cooking now! Join in their adventures as they learn that \u201ceverything\u2019s better when we do things together\u201d. In today\u2019s episode, everyone is convinced Cookie is causing Poppy\u2019s allergic reaction, and it looks like The Bean Team might have to send their precious kitty away!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marvel\u2019s Super Hero Adventures<\/strong> S1 on Monday 22 July on Disney Junior (309) at 10:55<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marvel\u2019s animated series of shorts is loaded with action and excitement, plus some super-cool lessons about friendship, working together and what it really means to be hero. When Ultron steals Tony Stark\u2019s brand-new, high-tech garbage truck, Iron Man shows Spidey how to use problem-solving skills and inventiveness to stop the ravaging robot and clean up the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MOVIES<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

First Man<\/strong> premieres Sunday 21 July on M-Net (101) at 20:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Part of the 50th Anniversary of The Moon Landing \u2013 see www.dstv.co.za\/moonlanding50<\/a> for details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apollo 11 mission commander Neil Armstrong is the focus of this intense, sweeping character study drama by Oscar-winning director Damien Chazelle (La La Land) and lead actor Ryan Gosling. Amid the political scheming and space race innovations, the film hones in on the people behind the mission \u2013 their lives, their demons, and what it takes to voluntarily strap yourself into what is essentially a tin can, to be hurtled into the dark unknown. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Kindergarten Teacher<\/strong> premieres Sunday 21 July on Sundance TV (108) at 21:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maggie Gyllenhaal\u2019s intense performance in this remake of an Israeli drama has been hailed by Rolling Stone as \u201cher peak performance\u201d. When teacher Lisa (Gyllenhaal) discovers five-year old poetry prodigy Jimmy, the lines between professional and predator become frighteningly blurred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Last Sharknado : It\u2019s About Time<\/strong> on Sunday 21 July on Studio Universal (122) at 22:15<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It wouldn\u2019t be Shark Week without Sharknado! Known for being so bad that it actually became a massive success, the camp comedy franchise is the gift that keeps on giving. Throw in some prehistoric time-travel and you have the makings of a truly epic dinosaur vs shark showdown as Fin (Ian Ziering) travels back in time to prevent the first ever sharknado in thisSyfy\/The Asylum creature feature cult hit that\u2019s a roaring load of gory, escapist fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also watch Planet of the Sharks<\/strong> on Friday 19 July on Studio Universal (112) at 22:20<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sharknado fans will also love this Jaws-meets-Waterworld dystopian horror action film that sees humans paying the price for ignoring the looming threat of global warming, with the melting of the icecaps having all but completely submerged the land. Now, it\u2019s a world of floating cities dominated by sharks, and after having decimated ocean life, the ravenous sharks start feeding on humans. Filmed in South Africa, the movie stars Brandon Auret, Daniel Barnett and Alex Anlos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Action Point<\/strong> on Sunday 21 July on M-Net Movies Premiere (104) at 20:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Johnny Knoxville proves that the spirit of Jackass is alive and well in this 90-minute, no brakes thrill-ride. Based on actual events at an infamously dangerous and derelict New Jersey amusement park, DC (Knoxville) is the owner of Action Point, run by incompetent teenagers, with life-threatening zip-lines, high-speed toboggan rides and waterslides that inevitably result in hilarious don\u2019t-try-this-at-home physical comedy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

INTERNATIONAL SERIES<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

City on a Hill <\/strong>S1 starts on Tuesday 23 July on M-Net (101) at 22:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Kevin Bacon and Aldis Hodge star in this gritty crime drama series set in Boston in the early 1990s, where brazen criminals and corrupt cops own the streets. Following an armoured truck heist, ambitious new Assistant District Attorney Decourcy Ward forms an unlikely alliance with corrupt yet renowned FBI veteran Jackie Rohr to clean up the city\u2019s justice system in this fictional account of what came to be known as the \u201cBoston Miracle\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hatton Garden<\/strong> S1 on Wednesday 24 July on ITV CHOICE (123) at 20:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This four-part mini-series is based on the real-life story of three elderly robbers who made off with \u00a314million in loot from a vault in London\u2019s diamond district over a sleepy bank holiday weekend in 2015. Starring Timothy Spall (Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows), Alex Norton, David Hayman, Nasser Memarzia, Kenneth Cranham and Brian F. O\u2019Byrne.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

American Crime<\/strong> S1-3 on Showmax<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This anthology series features an ensemble cast including Felicity Huffman, Timothy Hutton and Regina King. Each season focuses on issues plaguing America\u2019s justice system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Supernatural <\/strong>S14 starts on Saturday 20 July on M-Net City (115) at 20:50<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Catch Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles in a brand-new season of cult horror series Supernatural, first on M-Net City. The season premiere sees Sam and his new band of Hunters on a mission to find Dean, who\u2019s still missing three weeks after Apocalypse World.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FACTUAL<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Moon landing with DStv\u2019s Space Season!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the 20th of July 1969, the Apollo 11 spaceflight landed Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin on The Moon. Six hours later, on July 21, the world held its breath as Armstrong stepped onto The Moon\u2019s surface. DStv is celebrating the 50th anniversary of that landmark event all month, and this week is the main event! Visit www.dstv.co.za\/moonlanding50 for all the details on a feast of shows guaranteed to fascinate and inspire the whole family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8 Days: To the Moon and Back<\/strong> on Saturday 20 July on BBC Earth (184) at 18:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The whole world watched in awe, but there was so much we didn\u2019t get to see. Now, this 2\u00d750 minute documentary double bill uses original archive footage, previously classified cockpit audio, newly shot film and cutting-edge special effects to seamlessly piece together and recreate the untold story of Apollo 11\u2019s journey to The Moon, the 22 hours the crew spent on The Moon\u2019s surface, and the nail-biting journey back home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Secret Space Escapes<\/strong> on Sunday 21 July on Discovery Channel (121) at 13:45<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Space is magical place; it\u2019s also one hundred percent deadly to humans, should you be directly exposed to it. Don\u2019t miss this revealing look at the accidents and near-misses you never even knew astronauts and cosmonauts had faced, and survived, including a life-threatening fire and an out-of-control cargo ship on the Russian space station, MIR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apollo: The Lost Tapes<\/strong> on Sunday 21 July on Discovery Channel (121) at 17:15<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This brand-new documentary is the result of the most extensive search for unseen footage ever undertaken. Hear from the surviving Apollo astronauts, including Apollo 11 Command Module pilot, Mike Collins, as well as NASA staffers at Houston Mission Control and at the Kennedy Space Centre in this two-hour documentary that deftly weaves together archive footage taken from thousands of forgotten films and remastered to shine new light on the greatest adventure in human history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Space Dealers <\/strong>on Sunday 21 July on Discovery Channel (121) at 19:05<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Back on Earth and 50 years down the line, a team of space fanatics travel the country in search of space artefacts. From a space toilet to an uneaten astronaut meal pack, they\u2019re looking to buy cheap and sell for a profit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moon Landings: Lost Tapes<\/strong> on Sunday 4 August on HISTORY (186) at 20:15<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This immersive narrative takes us inside man\u2019s voyage to The Moon with the real story of how we actually got there \u2013 the messy, often harrowing reality of regular people actually doing the thing that was thought to be impossible. It includes previously unexplored material from audio interviews with astronauts and engineers, lunar footage that was thought to be lost for a generation and home movies that have gathered dust for decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SHARK FEST<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

When Sharks Attack <\/strong>S5 on Saturday 20 July on Nat Geo Wild (182) at 18:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beautiful and terrifying, sharks have fascinated and frightened us in equal measures for years. In these two back-to-back episodes, investigators try to solve the greatest shark attack mystery of all time on the Jersey Shore, and look into a sudden, alarming spike in shark attacks on the Southern California coastline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Man vs Shark <\/strong>starts on Sunday 21 July on Nat Geo Wild (182) at 18:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One man, one shark (we hope) and no cages. That\u2019s been Jeremiah Sullivan\u2019s lifelong mission since first jumping in the water with the ocean\u2019s most infamous predators 50 years ago. Join him as he dives into their world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guardians of The Glades<\/strong> S1 starts on Wednesday 24 July on Discovery Channel (121) at 21:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Epic snake-hunter, Dusty Crum, is on a mission to save the Everglades from massive snakes decimating the animal population. Come face to face with one of the five largest species of snakes \u2013 the Burmese python, as the python catcher and his team take on these foreign predators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heavy Lifting<\/strong> S1 starts on Thursday 25 July on HISTORY (186) at 21:10<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you love the power of heavy machinery, this brand-new series is for you. Heavy Lifting follows the lives and work of mobile crane operators: Dave Horobec has a messy locomotive demo at a scrap yard, JP Chiarot of Double D Crane works tackles a residential tree removal job, and Regional Crane brings out the big guns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

REALITY<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Bachelorette Reunion US: The Biggest Reunion in Bachelor History Ever<\/strong> on Friday 19 July on 1Magic (103) at 20:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Bachelor host Chris Harrison hits the road with the show\u2019s super-fans to revisit some of the most memorable moments from previous seasons. Remember in season 5, when football player Jesse gave the rose to the wrong woman? How about when season 13 bachelor Jason changed his mind after the final rose ceremony? Revisit these moments and many more, and catch the biggest ever gathering of bachelorettes, including the very first bachelorette ever!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Bachelorette <\/strong>Season 15 starts on Friday 26 July on 1Magic (103) at 20:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re not familiar with this show\u2019s recipe for global success, a single bachelorette dates multiple men over several weeks, narrowing them down to hopefully find her true love. Hannah Brown, a former Miss USA from the 23rd season of The Bachelor is the latest bachelorette looking for her Prince Charming. She now works as an interior decorator and all that\u2019s missing from her dream home is someone to share it with. Will this season\u2019s crop of singles measure up?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dance Moms<\/strong> S8 starts on Monday 22 July on Lifetime (131) at 19:55<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She\u2019s gone to prison, she\u2019s lost everything, and she\u2019s battling cancer! And yet, the show must go on, and Abby is back in the studio! Will all of this make her a little softer, or just harden her resolve? Abby fans will also follow the emotional and physical struggles she endures as she undergoes chemotherapy during the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Girl Meets Farm<\/strong> starts on Thursday 25 July on Food Network (175) at 19:55<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Molly Yeh is a classical musician and cookbook author who\u2019s left the bright lights of New York for her sugar beet farm, where she shares her obsession with food. In the season premiere, she makes a special brunch for the family to celebrate her third wedding anniversary. The menu features shakshuka with feta and Brussels sprouts and bacon hash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 Families and a Wedding Dress <\/strong>starts on Wednesday 24 July on BET (129) at 21:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every Bride dreams of the perfect wedding dress for their big day. Now, Thembisa Mdoda hosts a brand-new wedding show with 13 brides hoping to win their dream gown. For many of them, that perfect, super-expensive gown will remain a dream, but the final choice will be made by one lucky lady\u2019s family and her soon to be In-laws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BOXOFFICE<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Dumbo <\/strong>premieres on Wednesday 24 July on BoxOffice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From celebrated director Tim Burton comes Disney\u2019s live-action 2019 family adventure remake of Dumbo \u2013 the endearing 40s classic tale of the lovable little circus elephant with the oversized ears. The tale is rewoven to include human viewpoints from characters portrayed by stars Colin Farrell, Eva Green, Michael Keaton, and Danny DeVito, and Empire magazine praised the movie as \u201can enchanting blend of Disney twinkle and Tim Burton\u2019s dark whimsy\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cold Pursuit <\/strong>premieres on Friday 19 July on BoxOffice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed by Rolling Stone as \u201cTaken on ice, with a side of dark humour\u201d, this action-drama remake of the 2014 Norwegian film In Order of Disappearance stars revenge action hero Liam Neeson as an ascetic snowplough driver on the hunt for the drug dealer he holds responsible for his son\u2019s drug overdose death. The role of his son is portrayed by Liam\u2019s real-life son, Miche\u00e1l Richardson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Kid Who Would Be King<\/strong> premieres on Monday 22 July on BoxOffice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Camelot meets The Goonies as the legend of King Arthur gets the epic 80s treatment in this family-friendly adventure. When regular kid Alex (played by Louis Ashbourne Serkis, son of Andy) pulls the fabled sword Excalibur from a scrapheap, his initial disbelief leads to a magical coming-of-age adventure. Together with his band of friends and one of the most delightful depictions of Merlin you\u2019ve ever seen (played by Angus Imrie, son of Celia, with the elder Merlin played by Patrick Stewart), he sets off to Tintagel to save Britain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Little Italy<\/strong> premieres on Friday 19 July on BoxOffice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From the director of Miss Congeniality, romantic comedy Little Italy is a delicious guilty pleasure that won\u2019t linger on the hips! Hayden Christensen (Star Wars prequels) and Emma Roberts (American Horror Story) star as the children of rival pizza store families in Toronto\u2019s Little Italy. When they inevitably fall in love, it takes a special recipe to ensure a happy ending.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Grassroots S1 starts on Friday 19 July on 1Magic (103) at 19:30. Same time on Showmax Grassroots is a brand-new 13-part local series that explores the trials and tribulations of two young men from feuding families whose passion for rugby leads them into a new stage of their lives. In this coming-of-age story Asanda and… Continue reading DStv Content Discovery: 19 To 25 July 2019<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[10],"tags":[87],"class_list":["post-8712","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-television","tag-dstv","entry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8712","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8712"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8712\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8712"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8712"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8712"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}