HIGHLIGHTS
SATURDAY
A United Kingdom M ori TV, 8.30pm
Based on true events, this drama tells the story of how the marriage of the King of Botswana (David Oyelowo, Selma) to Ruth Williams (Rosamund Pike, I Care A Lot), a British white woman, threw his nation into political turmoil.
EASTER SUNDAY
Parasite M ori TV, 8.30pm
Winner of the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2020, this Korean drama follows a struggling family who infiltrate a wealthy household. It is a thought-provoking drama that is at times funny, thrilling and shocking and features many great performances.
Line Of Duty TVNZ 1, 9.20pm
Returning for season six, this acclaimed UK drama follows an anti-corruption unit which is investigating crimes within the police force. DCI Joanne Davidson
Kelly Macdonald from Line Of Duty (Kelly Macdonald) is on the brink of solving a murder case but her behaviour creates suspicion in the unit that she might be a crooked cop.
EASTER MONDAY
The Chase Bloopers TVNZ 1, 7pm
You can laugh along here with a fresh crop of outtakes from everyone’s favourite quiz show hosted by champion chuckler Bradley Walsh (right).
Cannabis – Medical Miracle Or Dangerous
Drug? Three, 10pm
In this British documentary, Dr Javid Abdelmoneim (left) becomes a human guinea pig and enrols in a study that tests the effects of the two main compounds in cannabis.
TUESDAY
The Bachelorette & Bachelor After Party TVNZ 2, 7.30pm
Following Monday night’s Tell-All (TVNZ 2, 8pm) with Moses Mackay and Lexie Brown (above), the hopefuls from both seasons return to the mansion to reveal the gossip behind the scenes from their seasons of romance.
WEDNESDAY
Patriot Brains TVNZ 2, 8.30pm
Beloved comedian Bill Bailey referees this trans-Tasman quiz show which pits New Zealanders against their Aussie counterparts in a test of each nation’s knowledge. Expect plenty of comedic dust-ups as the panellists battle for their country’s pride.
Would I Lie To You? TVNZ 2, 9.30pm
UK celebrities (including Rob Brydon, right) put on their best poker faces to tell tales – some of them extremely tall – in an attempt to hoodwink their rivals in a new season of this long-running comedy panel show.
THURSDAY
Grand Designs UK TVNZ 1, 7.30pm
Kevin McCloud returns to gently pour icy water on the sizzling visions of people building unique homes. Among this season’s projects is a reconstructed barn, a decrepit Cornish mill and the UK’s first self-heating home.
Holey Moley USA Three, 7.30pm
The show that inspired the Aussie version is now dropping on the green, hosted by Joe Tessitore (right). Twelve mini-golfers navigate a course that wouldn’t look out of place in Alice In Wonderland for the chance to win the Golden Putter and a big payday.
7 Days Three, 8.30pm
After a curtailed season last year, the lads are back to humorously review current events with 20 new episodes.
Tiger Prime, 8.30pm
Premiering free to air, this documentary offers a fascinating insight into the rise and fall of golf star Tiger Woods. Featuring candid interviews with key figures in his life, including one of his caddies Kiwi Steve Williams, it offers a no-holds-barred look into his private life and his
upbringing.
New Zealand Today Three, 9pm
Guy Williams is back snuffling out more stories of the strange happenings in Aotearoa. Tonight, he is in Carterton to try to help a local man in his bid to remedy an ill-advised tattoo.
FRIDAY
Pacific Island Food Revolution M ori TV, 7.30pm
In a new season of this reality series, cooks compete for the pride of their island nation. Tonight, the competition starts in Tonga with the first three teams hoping to impress the Princess Royal of Tonga.
Interior Design Masters TVNZ 1, 8.30pm
Comedian Alan Carr brings his hilariously cutting commentary to this reality series. Ten aspiring interior designers compete in a series of challenges for the chance to win a commercial contract decorating show homes. But there will be plenty of personality and pattern clashes along the way.