Mr Bigstuff
Channel: M-Net (DStv 101)
TX Time: 22h00
Genre: Comedy
There's trouble... and then there's family.
In this comedy, broken families, fragile masculinity and carpet sales are the deal of the day as Mr Bigstuff arrives.
We're introduced to the troubled relationship of two brothers who couldn't be more different.
Glen is a nervy perfectionist striving to live a picket-fence life in the suburbs with his fiancée, Kirsty, while Lee is an alpha male wannabe with a prescription drug addiction and a biscuit tin of his Dad's ashes.
Basically your normal family.
When Lee unceremoniously crash lands onto Glen's Essex doorstep while trying to run away from something in his life, both their lives begin to unravel in the most unbelievable ways possible.
In the series premiere: World of Carpets salesman Glen's mundane day turns chaotic when his estranged brother Lee turns up unexpectedly.
Lee's presence leads to a family revelation that shocks Glen's fiancée Kirsty and it is not long before his big brother starts to disrupt Glen's longing for an ideal suburban life and his plans for a work promotion, which adds to his relationship stress.
The Only Girl in the Orchestra
Channel: Netflix South Africa
TX Time: 10h00
Genre: Documentary, Music
This short documentary celebrates trailblazing double bassist Orin O'Brien, the first woman to become a full-time member of the New York Philharmonic.
Trailblazing double bassist Orin O'Brien never wanted the spotlight, but when Leonard Bernstein hired her in 1966 as the first female musician in the New York Philarmonic, it was inevitable that she would become the focus of much interest and fascination.
Now 87 years old and recently retired, Orin looks back on her remarkable life and career, insisting that a fuss should not be made, much preferring to play a supporting role to the family, students, friends and colleagues that surround her.
In this short documentary, filmmaker Molly O'Brien captures her aunt Orin's prodigious contributions as a musician as well as her unique philosophy that the key to enjoying life is to play second fiddle.
Doodloopspore
Channel: eExtra (Openview 105 / StarSat 489 / DStv 195)
TX Time: 22h30
Genre: True Crime, Documentary Series, Afrikaans
Unexplained secrets have fascinated mankind for centuries.
Any event that cannot be explained, or is a secret, or that even seems strange, takes on a life of its own and also leads to a lot of speculation and controversial theories.
In the series premiere, "The Murder of Bubbles Schroeder": Was she murdered by someone from a high-profile family and was it covered up?
There are clues the detectives missed and the murderer took his secret to the grave.
Or did he? We investigate.
Light Shop
Channel: Disney+
TX Time: 00h01
Genre: K-Drama, Horror, Mystery, Supernatural
In a mysterious shop that sells lamps, the dead may return to the world of the living, while the living may not walk out alive.
An adaptation of Kangfull's hit webtoon of the same name, Light Shop follows six strangers, each grappling with a traumatic event from their past.
As they go about their daily lives, they slowly come to realise that something is very wrong - they just can't figure out what.
Desperate for answers and searching for a way back to normalcy, the strangers are drawn to a mysterious light shop at the end of a foreboding alleyway, which holds the key to their past, present and future.
Full of mystery and intrigue, Light Shop promises an emotional adventure through its heart wrenching premise.
Churchill at War
Channel: Netflix South Africa
TX Time: 10h00 (all episodes)
Genre: Documentary Series, History
This docuseries examines Winston Churchill's pivotal role in World War II and the formative events that made him an ideal leader for the era.
Brought to life in colour and using his own words, the series explores Churchill's wartime strategy and the legacy that follows.
Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking
Channel: Food Network (DStv 175)
TX Time: 17h00
Genre: Food, Reality Competition
Capitalising on the enduring love for Harry Potter - a global phenomenon that continues to captivate people of all ages around the world - this series blends storytelling and fantastical edible creations in a never-before-seen competition.
James and Oliver Phelps (Fred and George Weasley) bring their charm and behind-the-scenes anecdotes as hosts of this series, joined by culinary judges Carla Hall and Jozef Youssef.
Across the six-episode season they will also be joined by special guests Warwick Davis (Professor Flitwick), Evanna Lynch (Luna Lovegood) and Bonnie Wright (Ginny Weasley) who will help in evaluating the competitors' showpieces and also share their own film stories.
The competition kicks off with a super-sized episode in which nine teams of pastry chefs and cake artists are tasked to craft massive, spellbinding edible showpieces inspired by moments and themes from the Harry Potter saga.
Each week, the culinary artists will design eye-popping creations not only to tantalise the taste buds, but that also offer surprising and enchanting visual elements.
Fans of Harry Potter will recognise many iconically familiar places, as the series was produced at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, including amidst the backdrop of Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter, on some of the original sets where Harry Potter's journey was brought to life on screen.
Contenders will have the unprecedented opportunity to present their creations in famed locations such as Platform 9¾, The Great Hall, Gringotts Wizarding Bank, Diagon Alley, the Forbidden Forest and more.
Hostage 911
Channel: Investigation Discovery (DStv 171 / StarSat 223)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: True Crime, Documentary Series
Negotiators record harrowing conversations with criminals who have taken people hostage.
In each terrifying standoff, hear their conversations with criminals, and see how negotiators break down their psychological tactics.
Will the hostages get out alive?
In the series premiere, "Get Her Out Alive": A man takes his wife hostage after she demands a divorce.
Negotiators plead with the suspect to let her go but have no idea there is another plan going on inside the house that could have fatal consequences.
The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On 3
Channel: Netflix South Africa
TX Time: 10h00 (all episodes)
Genre: Reality
Get hitched or call it quits? Couples put their love to the test - while shacking up with other potential matches.
Six different couples, on the verge of marriage. One partner is ready to get married, the other isn't quite as sure.
An ultimatum is issued - and in just over eight weeks, they must commit to marriage, or move on.
In the meantime, each will choose a new potential partner from one of the other couples, in a life-changing opportunity to get a glimpse of two different possible futures.
The series is hosted by Nick and Vanessa Lachey.
New episodes will roll out across 10 episodes following the couples' journeys:
Week 1: (Wednesday, December 4): Episodes 1-5
Week 2: (Wednesday, December 11): Episode 6-8
Week 3: (Wednesday, December 18): Episode 9 (finale) + Episode 10 (reunion)
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