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Friday August 24 at 8.30pm on FOX8

Terra Nova follows an ordinary family embarking on an incredible journey back in time to prehistoric Earth as a small part of a daring experiment to save the human race. In the year 2149 the world is dying. The planet is overdeveloped, overcrowded and over polluted. With no known way to reverse the damage to the planet, scientists discover a portal to prehistoric Earth. This doorway leads to an amazing world, one that allows for a last-ditch effort to save the human race…a second chance to rebuild civilization and get it right this time.

Sunday August 19 at 8.30pm on FOX8

Portland homicide Detective Nick Burkhardt discovers he is descended from an elite line of criminal profilers known as ‘Grimms’, charged with keeping peace between humanity and the mythological creatures of the world. With help from his confidant, Monroe, a reformed Grimm creature himself, Nick must navigate through the forces of a largerthan-life mythology, facing off all manner of ancient evils, including royal lines dating back to the original profilers themselves, The Grimm Brothers.

Saturday August 18 at 7.30pm on FOX8

Fourteen young finalists will compete in high-fashion photo shoots and catwalk challenges, while all living together in the Top Model house. The winner will have the chance to launch herself into the world of professional modeling with a prize package that includes a contract with 62 Model Management, a 1 year contract with CoverGirl cosmetics, an 8 page editorial in CLEO Magazine, an all expenses paid trip to Paris & London to meet with NEXT Model Management, and a brand new Ford Fiesta. There’ll be tears, tantrums, bonding and backstabbing – but one thing is for sure, only one of them can take out the title of New Zealand’s Next Top Model.

Saturday August 18 at 6.30pm on FOX8

This heartfelt drama follows the lives of two families as they come together to cope with an unexpected teen pregnancy.

Returning to school after the summer break, everyone is looking different, with Adrian sporting her bump proudly, whilst Amy & Ricky look to finally progress in their relationship.

Friday August 17 at 9.30pm on FOX8

Soaring into its ninth season, this modern retelling of the Superman legend continues to reveal new interpretations of the enduring mythology. After the events of last season, Clark takes on the mantle of protector of Metropolis, trading in his familiar red-and-blue for black-and-grey, sticking to the city’s shadows and rooftops to become a solitary sentry simply known as “the Blur”. While Clark wrestles with his identity, feeling forced to choose between his Kryptonian heritage and human upbringing; he’ll encounter even more powerful enemies and allies from across the DC Universe.

Thursday August 16 at 7.30pm on FOX8

The smash hit America’s Got Talent comes to Australian screens showcasing the hottest performers; including singers, dancers, comedians, contortionists, impressionists, jugglers, magicians and ventriloquists, all vying for their chance to perform on stage and possibly win the $1,000,000 prize! Hosted by Nick Cannon and with celebrity judges Howie Mandel, Sharon Osbourne and Howard Stern, this top-rating series is not to be missed!

Sunday July 29 at 8.00pm on FOX8

Catch all of your favourite animations 24/7 for two weeks, back-to-back-to-back-to-back! In the mix will be THE SIMPSONS, FAMILY GUY, FUTURAMA, THE CLEVELAND SHOW and KING OF THE HILL.

Wednesday June 27 at 9.30pm on FOX8

MILLION DOLLAR LISTING LOS ANGELES has been known to show some of the biggest and most expensive properties that California has to offer, but now it’s time for the East Coast to showcase its luxury properties in MILLION DOLLAR LISTING NEW YORK. This new docu-series follows three of the most ambitious real estate agents as they give viewers an inside look into the aggressive, high-stakes world of New York City’s real estate market as they close multi-million dollar deals faster than a cab running a red light.

Wednesday June 27 at 8.30pm on FOX8

Based on the popular Sookie Stackhouse books by Charlaine Harris, this hit drama series tells the ongoing tale of Sookie (Golden Globe winner Anna Paquin), a waitress with telepathic gifts – and an irresistible attraction to 173- year old vampire Bill Compton who went missing at the end of season two. As season three opens, Sookie desperately tries to locate her fiance, ending up in a netherworld of human and undead interlopers, among them the Vampire King of Mississippi, Russell Edgington and his followers, a pack of vicious werewolves who feed on vampire blood.

Wednesday June 27 at 7.30pm on FOX8

Scott was just a regular guy until one bite changed his life forever…Follow Scott as he struggles to understand who he is and what he might become after he gets bitten by a wolf one night while wandering in the woods. In season two, having taken over as Alpha, Derek works to recruit new members to his pack. Without Derek to help Scott, Stiles becomes even more embroiled in werewolf affairs while Allison trains to become more involved in the family business.