New Vuzu spin-off channel Vuzu Amp launches on DStv in just over two weeks - on Monday, 13 October.
It goes live a week before M-Net's
other new channel M-Net Edge, which launches at 19h00 the following Monday (20th). Both channels will only be available on the Premium bouquet, on channels 114 (Vuzu Amp) and 102 (M-Net Edge).
As you'll see, Vuzu Amp's line-up includes new seasons of two notable Vuzu channel shows: the South African celebrity series 10 Over 10 and Project Runway. Neither of them are airing on Vuzu in October - in fact, 10 Over 10's been made exclusively for Vuzu Amp so both shows have been ripped away from Vuzu and Compact viewers! We'll investigate further and keep you posted.
As for what we can expect from the other shows on Vuzu Amp ... here's a first look at the line-up from the highlights for the month:
Press Release
VUZU AMP HIGHLIGHTS - OCTOBER 14
Monday 13 October
Love Thy Neighbour Season 2 at 18:30
Episode 1 - Take Your Pick
After Hattie's date is abruptly ended by Linda's annoying presence, she bans Linda from being home on Friday and Saturday nights. At the diner, Hattie and Drew create an online profile for Linda and invite several men to meet her. After Linda reluctantly sits and talks with guy after guy, she meets a gentleman named Will who peaks her interest.
Blackish Season 1 at 19:00
Episode 1
Andre 'Dre' Johnson (Anthony Anderson) has a great job, a beautiful wife, Rainbow (Tracee Ellis Ross), four kids, and a colonial home in the 'burbs. But has success brought too much assimilation for this black family? With a little help from his dad (Laurence Fishburne), Dre sets out to establish a sense of cultural identity for his family that honors their past while embracing the future.
Devious Maids Season 2 at 19:30
Episode 1 – An Ideal Husband
Three months have passed, and Marisol has found a new love. When Peri discovers that Rosie is back in the U.S., she goes to great lengths to keep Spence and Rosie apart.
Zoila learns through Genevieve that Valentina is back from Africa. As Carmen and Alejandro settle into their fake relationship, Odessa reaches her limit. After a traumatic event at the Powell home, Adrian and Evelyn hire a handsome bodyguard, Tony.
Basketball Wives LA Season 3 at 20:30
Episode 1
Elbow-throwing, trash-talking and in-your-face action: forget the NBA, we're talking about the players' wives! The successful franchise Basketball Wives taps a new team of leading ladies to take Los Angeles by storm in this reality series, introducing a group of dynamic women with relationships to some of the biggest basketball players in the game.
Vampire Diaries Season 6 at 21:30
Episode 1
After a passionate summer with Damon (Ian Somerhalder), Elena heads to Whitmore College with Caroline (Candice Accola), not knowing that Bonnie (Kat Graham) sacrificed her life to save Jeremy (Steven R. McQueen).
Tuesday 14 October
Brooklyn Nine-Nine Season 2 at 19:00
Episode 1
Detective Jake Peralta is a talented but carefree police detective at Brooklyn’s 99th precinct who, along with his eclectic group of colleagues, are used to having a lax captain around the office.
The Flash Season 1 at 19:30
Episode 1
A gang of thieves is determined to steal a valuable art treasure -- and The Flash (JOHN WESLEY SHIPP) is determined to stop them.
The Face Season 2 at 20:30
Episode 1 – Let The Face Begin
Twelve contestants will choose the team they wish to be a part of: Team Naomi or Team Caroline or Team Erin. The prize is a modeling contract with Max Factor which will be given to one of the girls from the teams.
Wednesday 15 October
Mistresses Season 2 at 19:30
Episode 1 - Rebuild
Eight months later, Savi, having cheated death, makes the most of her second chance. Karen struggles to rebound from loss, both personal and professional. April's life gets interesting when old friend, Mickey (guest star Joseph May), returns and pushes her to make some changes and Joss tries her hand at a new job, party planner to wealthy Angelenos.
Project Runway All Stars Season 2 at 20:30
Episode 1 – Redemption On The Runway
13 of Project Runway’s most creative and contentious designers return for a second chance at the biggest prize ever. In the season’s first team challenge, the designers flaunt their fashion attitudes in more ways than one.
Bad Judge Season 1 at 21:30
Episode 1
No excuses, no apologies, no compromises. Wild child Rebecca Wright (Kate Walsh, "Grey's Anatomy," "Private Practice") knows how to have a good time, but she also happens to be one of LA's toughest and most respected criminal court judges.
House Of Lies Season 3 at 22:00
Episode 1- Wreckage
Marty and his new Kaan & Associates Pod pursue an organic grocery store CEO. Jeannie endures Doug reminiscing about the “old team,” while expressing his dislike for their new co-workers at Galweather Stearn.
Thursday 16 October
10 Over 10 Season 3 at 19:00
Episode 1
The 13-part series has been developed exclusively for Vuzu Amp covering everyone from musicians to TV and film stars, fashion designers and models, sport personalities and comedians, and many others who fall under the hugely popular celebrity radar.
Pretty Little Liars Season 5 at 21:30
Episode 1 – Escape From New York
In the season five premiere, the Liars deal with the aftermath of Alison's revelations and Ezra's shooting and realize "A" is closer than ever.
Friday 17 October
La La’s Full Court Life Season 5 at 18:30
Episode 1
After separating from her former business partner, La La is forced to take on running her clothing line, 5th & Mercer, all by herself. First she must convince her team that she’s ready to take on the challenge…but even La begins to wonder if she’s really up to the task. Meanwhile, her basketball-mad son, Kiyan, is starting to feel the pressure of having a famous father. Will it all be too much to handle?
Real House Wives of New York City Season 6 at 19:30
Episode 1 – Preview
Get a sneak peek at this season of The Real Housewives of New York City! Aviva Drescher, Sonja Morgan, Carole Radziwill, Ramona Singer, and Heather Thomson are back this season and are joined by model and businesswoman Kristen Taekman.
So You Think You Can Dance Season 11 at 20:30
Episode 1
A new search for America’s Favorite Dancer. See what happens when the best dancers - skilled in everything from Ballroom and Ballet to Salsa, Jive, Hip Hop and Krumping – all compete for a coveted spot in the Top 10.
Monday 20 October
Devious Maids Season 2 19:30
Episode 2 – The Dark At The Top Of The Stairs
When Carmen feels threatened by an old flame from Alejandro’s past, she goes to great lengths to make sure her career isn’t in jeopardy. Zoila intervenes with Valentina’s job, while ignoring the problems arising at home with her husband, Pablo.
Rosie starts a new job working for Kenneth Miller, a post-stroke patriarch, and his dysfunctional family. Marisol tries to make peace with Opal. Peri threatens Spence into staying in their marriage. As Adrian copes with the home invasion, he fails to protect Evelyn in a dangerous situation.
Basketball Wives LA Season 3 20:30
Episode 2
Elbow-throwing, trash-talking and in-your-face action: forget the NBA, we're talking about the players' wives! The successful franchise
Basketball Wives taps a new team of leading ladies to take Los Angeles by storm in this reality series, introducing a group of dynamic women with relationships to some of the biggest basketball players in the game.
Vampire Diaries Season 6 at 21:30
Episode 2
After a passionate summer with Damon (Ian Somerhalder), Elena headed to Whitmore College with Caroline (Candice Accola), not knowing that Bonnie (Kat Graham) sacrificed her life to save Jeremy (Steven R. McQueen).
Tuesday 21 October
Brooklyn Nine-Nine Season 2 19:00
Episode 2
Detective Jake Peralta is a talented, but carefree police detective at Brooklyn’s 99th precinct who, along with his eclectic group of colleagues, are used to having a lax captain around the office.
The Flash Season 1 at 19:30
Episode 2
When a bolt of lightening crashes through a police crime lab, a mix of electrically charged substances bathes chemist Barry Allen, transforming him into the fastest man alive
The Flash.
The Face Season 2 at 20:30
Episode 2 – Bare Your New Look
The models are introduced to legendary hairstylist, Fredrick Fekkai. They learn that they’re future is in his hands…literally. Frederic, the Super Model Coaches and his salon team create the new cuts and colour that will be their new looks.
Wednesday 22 October
Mistresses Season 2 at 19:30
Episode 2 – Boundaries
Joss is caught in the middle as mediator when Savi and Harry – still not talking to each other -- clash over selling their home. Back at the office, Toni (guest star Rebeka Montoya) continues to be a thorn in Savi’s side. When April learns she has to throw a lavish party for the parents at Lucy’s expensive new private school, it’s Mickey (guest star Joseph May) to the rescue with a bash that no one will soon forget.
Project Runway All Stars Season 2 at 20:30
Episode 2 – Put On Your Dancing Shoes
13 of Project Runway’s most creative and contentious designers return for a second chance at the biggest prize ever. In the season’s first team challenge, the designers flaunt their fashion attitudes in more ways than one.
Bad Judge Season 1 at 21:30
Episode 2
No excuses, no apologies, no compromises. Wild child Rebecca Wright (Kate Walsh, "Grey's Anatomy," "Private Practice") knows how to have a good time, but she also happens to be one of LA's toughest and most respected criminal court judges.
House Of Lies Season 3 at 22:00
Episode 2- Power
Marty has a confusing meeting with Roscoe’s new crush, Lex. Jeannie makes some power moves at Galweather Stearn to win an account with the Department of Defense.
Thursday 23 October
10 Over 10 Season 3 at 19:00
Episode 2
The 13-part series exclusive to Vuzu Amp covering everyone from musicians to TV and film stars, fashion designers and models, sport personalities and comedians, and many others who fall under the hugely popular celebrity radar.
Pretty Little Liars Season 5 at 21:30
Episode 2 – Whirly Girlie
Ali's homecoming is not so happy and the girls are on edge as questions arise regarding the whereabouts of Mrs. DiLaurentis (ANDREA PARKER).
Friday 24 October
La La’s Full Court Life Season 5 at 18:30
Episode 2 – Guess Who’s
Everything seems to be falling apart for La La. Struggling to juggle the responsibility of running her new clothing line with an already packed schedule, La is realizing that she desperately needs a hand…or is in risk of dropping the ball. Meanwhile, the introduction of Dice’s new girlfriend causes a strain in the relationship between Dice and La La – until the cousins finally split.
Real House Wives of New York City Season 6 at 19:30
Episode 2 – If You Can Make It Here
When Aviva scores a book deal for her memoir, she decides to meet with Carole, the renowned author of the group, for help. Their lunch quickly turns uncomfortable and things get ugly when the topic of "ghostwriters" is mentioned.
So You Think You Can Dance Season 11 at 20:30
Episode 2
A new search for America's Favourite Dancer. See what happens when the best dancers – skilled in everything from Ballroom and Ballet to Salsa, Jive, Hip Hop and Krumping – all compete for a coveted spot in the Top 10
Monday 27 October
Blackish Season 1 at 19:00
Episode 3
Andre 'Dre' Johnson (Anthony Anderson) has a great job, a beautiful wife, Rainbow (Tracee Ellis Ross), four kids, and a colonial home in the 'burbs. But has success brought too much assimilation for this black family? With a little help from his dad (Laurence Fishburne), Dre sets out to establish a sense of cultural identity for his family that honors their past while embracing the future.
Devious Maids Season 2 19:30
Episode 3
Marisol discovers some shocking news about her fiancé Nicholas and Opal. Dissatisfied with the doctor that Didi’s provided for Kenneth, Rosie takes Kenneth to a specialist who provides them newfound hope.
Carmen prepares for her performance debut in front of industry bigwigs, but when reality hits she struggles to perform. Genevieve tries to show her support by inviting Zoila to a luncheon. Increasingly wary of Adrian’s behavior, Evelyn finds comfort elsewhere. Valentina struggles to get over Remi.
Basketball Wives LA Season 3 20:30
Episode 3
Elbow-throwing, trash-talking and in-your-face action: forget the NBA, we're talking about the players' wives! The successful franchise
Basketball Wives taps a new team of leading ladies to take Los Angeles by storm in this reality series, introducing a group of dynamic women with relationships to some of the biggest basketball players in the game.
Vampire Diaries Season 6 at 21:30
Episode 3
After a passionate summer with Damon (Ian Somerhalder), Elena headed to Whitmore College with Caroline (Candice Accola), not knowing that Bonnie (Kat Graham) sacrificed her life to save Jeremy (Steven R. McQueen).
Tuesday 28 October
Brooklyn Nine-Nine Season 2 19:00
Episode 3
Detective Jake Peralta is a talented, but carefree police detective at Brooklyn’s 99th precinct who, along with his eclectic group of colleagues, are used to having a lax captain around the office.
The Flash Season 1 at 19:30
Episode 3
When a bolt of lightening crashes through a police crime lab, a mix of electrically charged substances bathes chemist Barry Allen, transforming him into the fastest man alive
The Flash.
The Face Season 2 at 20:30
Episode 3 – Runway Dinner Party
It’s all about the walk for a successful runway model but they don’t always get to do it in the ideal environment or outfit. Tight dresses and ill-fitting shoes have been known to bring a model to her knees on the runway.
Wednesday 29 October
Mistresses Season 2 at 19:30
Episode 3 – Open House
Savi finds a surprising connection with a man (Jason Gerhardt as Zack) other than Dom. After a series of dating disasters, Karen hits rock bottom emotionally. April introduces Daniel (guest star Ricky Zamora) to the gang.
Joss shells out big bucks so she and Harry can attend a pricey charity event to drum up business, but ends up attracting something else instead, the attentions of a handsome plastic surgeon (guest star Justin Hartley).
Project Runway All Stars Season 2 at 20:30
Episode 3 – Up Your Aerosol
Graffiti artists help the designers tag their fabric with spray paint from which they must create wearable art. Designer’s Robert Tagliapietra and Jeffrey Costello serve as guest judges.
Bad Judge Season 1 at 21:30
Episode 3
No excuses, no apologies, no compromises. Wild child Rebecca Wright (Kate Walsh, "Grey's Anatomy," "Private Practice") knows how to have a good time, but she also happens to be one of LA's toughest and most respected criminal court judges.
House Of Lies Season 3 at 22:00
Episode 3 - Boom
Marty (DON CHEADLE) and Jeannie (KRISTEN BELL) put their plan into action to pit their rival grocery clients against one another, but things do not go as smoothly as planned. Changes at Galweather promise trouble for Jeannie. Clyde’s (BEN SCHWARTZ) already difficult work situation under Monica (DAWN OLIVERI) becomes even more brutal when he is forced to work from her home.
Thursday 30 October
10 Over 10 Season 3 at 19:00
Episode 2
The 13-part series exclusive to Vuzu Amp covering everyone from musicians to TV and film stars, fashion designers and models, sport personalities and comedians, and many others who fall under the hugely popular celebrity radar.
Pretty Little Liars Season 5 at 21:30
Episode 3 – Surfing The After Shocks
Alison struggles with the death of her mother, as the Liars try to navigate through her new lie and cover their tracks. Hanna starts to examine who she really is.
Friday 31 October
La La’s Full Court Life Season 5 at 18:30
Episode 3 – Rocky
Everything seems to be falling apart for La La. Struggling to juggle the responsibility of running her new clothing line with an already packed schedule, La is realizing that she desperately needs a hand…or is in risk of dropping the ball. Meanwhile, the introduction of Dice’s new girlfriend causes a strain in the relationship between Dice and La La – until the cousins finally split.
Real House Wives of New York City Season 6 at 19:30
Episode 3 – Give Up The Ghostwriter
When Aviva scores a book deal for her memoir, she decides to meet with Carole, the renowned author of the group, for help. Their lunch quickly turns uncomfortable and things get ugly when the topic of "ghostwriters" is mentioned.