Nickelodeon Africa Is Getting Ready For The New Year With Weekday Movies, Brand New Episodes Of Your Favourite Shows And A Back To School Marathon

Nickelodeon’s New Year’s Movie Day
Wake up early on New Year’s Day, because we have a special marathon movie stunt All day on 1st January from 05:00 CAT
Movie Time
Hey Arnold: The Jungle Movie 05:00 CAT
Rufus 06:20 CAT
Rufus 2 07:05 CAT
Big time Movie 07:50 CAT
Rags 09:00 CAT
Splitting Adam 10:25 CAT
One Crazy Cruise 12:00 CAT
Swindle 13:10 CAT
Escape from Mr Lemoncello’s Library 14:10 CAT
Jinxed 15:50 CAT
Blurt! 17:00 CAT
The Boy Who Cried Werewolf 17:45 CAT

Nickelodeon Back 2 School Campaign
Nickelodeon is here to help you celebrate your own personal style and individuality while adding a NICK spin on your day to day activities.
The school year is upon us, and it’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to show the world you’re one-of- a-kind! So shake things up and NICKIFY YOUR LIFE!
Daily from 07:15 CAT
Show
Monday 7th to Friday 11th January
The Loud House
Monday 14th January
The Thundermans
Tuesday 15th January
Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn
Wednesday 16th January
The Thundermans
Thursday 17th January
Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn
Friday 18th January
Henry Danger

The Loud House
*NEW EPISODES
Here’s what to look out for in the new upcoming episodes:
• After witnessing an excess of lying in the family, Lisa invents lie-detecting glasses to try and curb the fibs.
• Lola discovers Lucy has an old, fragile doll and decides she must borrow it – no matter what Lucy says.
• After discovering he has rituals, Lincoln worries he’s predictable and vows to change it up.
• Luna & Sam embark on a scavenger hunt across Royal Woods and discover they have vastly different styles.
Weekdays from 14 January @ 15:45 CAT

The Loud House – Lincoln’s 3 Best New Year Resolutions
Each January we all make resolutions, even Nickelodeon characters make resolutions and try stick with it…Lincoln is promising to survive living with 10 sisters and only 1 bathroom. He is determined to behave himself and to cherish his friends and family! Will he be successful in keeping his new resolutions up?
• To Be Green – Saturday 12 January at 17:30 CAT
• To Be Good – Saturday 19 January at 17:30 CAT
• To Be BFF – Saturday 26 January at 17:30 CAT
Repeats on Sundays @ 10:35 CAT

SpongeBob SquarePants
*NEW EPISODES
Here’s what to look out for in the new upcoming episodes:
• When The KrustyKrab runs out of mustard, Mr. Krabssends SpongeBob, Patrick and Squidward to dig up some more!
• SpongeBob and Sandy have to collect KrabbyPatty ingredients, but Plankton is following their every step.
• When Mr. Krabsputs in an open kitchen, SpongeBob gets stage fright and has to invent a new persona.
Weekdays from 21 January @ 14:10 CAT

TNT Africa January 2019 Highlights Packed With Tom Hanks And Mega Movies

HUNGRY FOR JUSTICE
Most of us can relate to the characters in this special in some way or another. Who hasn´t at some point in their life felt urge of skipping the rules and taking matters into their own hands? These characters are tough guys, and when the word “revenge” gets stuck in their head there is nothing that can stop them. This month TNT brings a selection of stories whose characters struggle to find justice.
Titles such as Gladiator, Eraser or American Gangster will be shown in this special every Sunday evening.
Sunday 6th of January
18:35 – Cobra (1986)
20:00 – Gladiator (1996)
22:30 – Death Wish 2 (1982)
Sunday 13th of January
17:50 – V for Vendetta (2006)
20:00 – Born on the Fourth of July (1989)
22:20 – Get Carter (1971)
Sunday 20th of January
18:20 – Enter the Dragon (1973)
20:00 – American Gangster (2007)
22:35 – Lucky Number Slevin (2006)
Sunday 27th of January
17:40 – Robin Hood (2010)
20:00 – Eraser (1996)
21:50 – Death Wish V: The Face of Death (1994)

TOM HANKS FAN MONTH
With an extended career packed with a long list of box-office successes during the last four decades, Tom Hanks is considered one of the most distinguished and productive actors in Hollywood. He has proved an enormous talent in many different leading roles, being nominated for an Oscar award in five occasions and winning two. Every Friday night, TNT will pay tribute to him by airing an assorted selection of titles from his career.
Friday 4th of January
20:00 – The Green Mile (1999)
Friday 11th of January
20:00 – The Money Pit (1986)
Friday 18th of January
20:00 – Apollo 13 (1995)
Friday 25th of January
18:30 – The Money Pit (1986)
20:00 – The Green Mile (1999)
23:05 – Apollo 13 (1995)

FFN! - FILM FIGHT NIGHT
Throughout film history, different genres have produced titles that have redefined
cinema, and even the style of the genre itself. Every Thursday night, TNT offers a film battle: two iconic movies of the same category will be broadcasted back-to-back leaving the audience to decide which one deserves a place on the podium. Engaging pair ups such as Blade Runner vs Total Recall, The Mummy vs The Scorpion King or 8 Mile vs Pitch Perfect are some of the examples of some of the intense duels we will see during this special.
Thursday 3rd of January
20:00 – Miami Vice (2006)
22:10 – Lethal Weapon (1987)
Thursday 10th of January
20:00 – Pitch Perfect (2012)
21:55 – 8 Mile (2002)
Thursday 17th of January
20:00 – Total Recall (1990)
21:50 – Blade Runner (1982)
Thursday 24th of January
20:00 – Rocky Balboa (2006)
21:40 – Million Dollar Baby (2005)
Thursday 31th of January
20:00 – The Mummy (1999)
22:05 – The Scorpion King (2002)

A RIDE THROUGH TIME
The wonderful thing about sci-fi movies is the endless possibilities they offer. The
capacity to create new realities and altered worlds through all kinds of adventures is
endless. Time-travel movies have always attracted millions of fans because they
bring one of people´s oldest dreams to life. For January, TNT has gathered a list of
movies from this genre. Every Saturday evening in a double feature.
Saturday 5th of January
18:05 – Back to the future (1985)
20:00 – Terminator 2: Judgement Day (1992)
Saturday 12th of January
18:20 – The Time Machine (1960)
20:00 – Back to the future II (1989)
Saturday 19th of January
18:30 – Army of Darkness (1992)
20:00 – Timecop(1994)
Saturday 26th of January
13:10 – The Time Machine (1960)
14:50 – Army of Darkness (1992)
16:20 – Back to the future (1985)
18:15 – Back to the future II (1989)
20:00 – Back to the future III (1990)
21:55 – Terminator 2: Judgement Day (1992)
00:10 – Timecop(1994)

Boomerang Africa Welcomes Back Oggy And The Cockroaches And New Looney Tunes In The New Year With Movie Stars

NEW EPISODES
OGGY AND THE COCKROACHES
Creativity versus Critters

The struggle never stops between Oggy and the Cockroaches in all new episodes coming to Boomerang this January. You’ll be amazed by the creative ideas that Oggy comes up with to catch the nasty little crit- ters! From building an elevator to designing high security traps, will he reach his breaking point? Tune in and find out from 14 January on Boomerang!

Premiere Date: Monday 14/01/2019
Tune-in: Monday to Friday @ 15:35 CAT

NEW EPISODES
THE NEW LOONEY TUNES
Making Mischief
Join your favourite looney characters in exciting new adventures this January on Boomerang! Starting from Monday, 7 January, catch a special broadcast of the movie Looney Tunes Rabbits Run. Bugs and Lola are chased around the globe after accidentally creating an invisibility perfume. To keep the fun and mischief going, the film will be followed by an exciting marathon of new episodes of The New Looney Tunes, only on Boomerang this January!

Premiere Date: Monday 07/01/2019
Tune-in: Monday to Friday @ 18:30 CAT

MOVIE STARS STUNT
SCOOBY-DOO AND FRIENDS
Rock n’ Roll … in Space?
It’s a rockin’ and rollin’ January on Boomerang! Tune in every Monday to Friday this January for a mix of films. The Scooby-Doo gang is faced with some ‘out of this world’ events as they investigate a haunted dimension with the legendary rock band, KISS in Scooby-Doo! and Kiss: Rock and Roll Mystery. Joining them throughout the month are Oggy and the Cockroaches and Tom and Jerry in their own other-worldly movies. Buckle up because Boomerang blasts off with all your favourite friends from 31 December.

Premiere Date: Monday 31/12/2018
Tune-in: Monday to Friday @ 07:55 CAT

Pop Up Party Is Back For A Second Season In The New Year On Cartoon Network Africa With Brand New Episodes Of Your Favourite Shows

NEW SEASON & SPECIAL STUNT
POP UP PARTY 2
Shake it!

Groove your way into the New Year with the new season of Pop Up Party starting 7 January on Cartoon Network. Talented young African dancers will express themselves through several exciting challenges. If you can’t wait to see what all the hype is about, then tune in to a special stunt featuring Teen Titans Go, Regular Show, and SuperNoobs! Two sneak peek episodes from the new season of Pop Up Party will premiere in-between episodes. Don’t forget to hip hop, pop, or even breakdance over to Cartoon Network from 1 January.

Premiere: Monday 07/01/2019
Tune-in: Monday-Friday @ 15:40 CAT
Special Stunt Tune-in: Tuesday 01/01/2019 @ 15:40 CAT
Premiere: Saturday 19/01/20

NEW SEASON
OK K.O.! LET’S BE HEROES
It’s Good to Be Back

This January, on Cartoon Network, tune in to an all new season of OK K.O.! Let’s Be Heroes! This season is full of shocks, juicy scoops, and epic battles. From Rad and Enid’s transformations following their time skip journey through to K.O.’s moments of deep self-awareness, the quest to become the world’s greatest hero is never over. This unpredictable new season arrives on Cartoon Network from 19 January.

Premiere: Saturday 19/01/2019
Tune-in: Weekends @ 16:55 CAT

MARATHON STUNT
REGULAR SHOW
Let’s Get Weird

Spend a cozy morning with Mordecai and Rigby as they treat you to an exhilarating marathon of Regular Show on Cartoon Network. These episodes will have you bursting with laughter, especially when you realise how tempting hover shoes can be! There are no boundaries when it comes to having fun, especially when blasting through space. We can only imagine the possibilities, so make sure to tune in to Cartoon Network from 2 February!

Tune-in: Saturday 02/02/2019 @ 07:35 CAT

DStv Entertainment Is Getting Extra This Festive Season

Here at DStv we know this time of the year is special for you and your family. And that is why we want to make it extra special – by giving you some extra channels to enjoy.
 
DStv Access, Family, Compact and Compact Plus customers can enjoy all the world-class sporting action on SuperSport 1 from Monday, 17 December 2018 to Friday, 4 January 2019.
 
Early in January, the kids will get extra treats too. From 3 to 21 January, we’re giving Nickelodeon, Nick Junior and CBeeBees to our DStv Compact customers, and Disney Channel and Disney Channel Junior to our DStv Family customers.
 
These channels will be available on your decoder or on DStv Now online or on the app for smartphones and tablets. You can also use the DStv Now app to check the schedules for these channels, and to set a reminder for your favourite show.

Fun And Laughter With M-Net Movies Zone Kids Club Movie Festival

The festive season has arrived and the school holidays are upon us, and this can only mean one thing: it’s time for the kids to take over the television remote. Parents need to look no further for holiday entertainment for the young ones because M-Net Movies Zone DStv channel 139 has it covered!
 
From the 7 December 2018 to 6 January 2019  between 06:00 and 17:00, Sunday to Friday, and 05:00 to 19:00 on Saturdays, the Kids Club Movie Festival will bring you the very best in films aimed at the younger set.
 
The festival is not just for  kids, though. We're never too old to share in the wonder and adventures of beloved stories. The festive season is family time after all, and there will be movies to fit everyone's taste, whether it be for action, humour or high drama.
 
M-Net Movies Zone has partnered with Wimpy to host a great competition. Join the Kids Club on mnet.tv/kidsclub and stand a chance to win Wimpy family meal vouchers to the value of R600. The competition starts on the 7 December 2018 and closes on 6 January 2019. Terms and conditions apply. 
 
Some of the great films that will brighten up the small screen during the holiday season are Adventures Of Shark Boy And Lava Girl, Problem Child, Ace Ventura: Pet Detective Jr, Stuart Little 2,Mirror Mirror and Muppets From Space just to mention a few.
 
So join the coolest kids on the block this holidays and be part of the M-Net Movies Zone Kids Club on M-Net Movies Zone DStv channel 139 which is available to DStv Access customers and up. And remember this time the parents are also invited.
 
To be part of the conversation and get more information and schedules visit the website, mnetmovies.tv and follow on Twitter @mnetmovies, https://twitter.com/mnetmovies?lang=en.

Bring On The Summer Fun With Local Entertainment In January

If the January budget crunch is set to give you heart shivers, Mzansi Magic has the answer for you. With an exciting slate of new and returning hit shows, across various genres on our screens early next year,  January entertainment problems are a thing of the past.

Hot on the heels of successful dramas like Housekeepers, The Herd, and Imposter, Mzansi Magic viewers will see the intricacies of Maskandi music culture and the cutthroat underworld play out in the new series called eHostela. 

Set in the heart of a KwaZulu Natal’s KwaMashu Township, eHostela tackles the story of two sons whose bond is bound in secrets and sealed by guns. Can a family stay loyal when not tied by blood? eHostela premieres on Mzansi Magic on Sunday, 6 January at 20:00, exploring the underground society of inkabi (hitmen) which remains masked in mystery and hearsay. 

Drama unravels in the second season of the popular drama series, iKhaya as Eddie returns on Monday, 7 January at 20:00 to head his two families bound by his lies. In the new season, one of the wives forces her way to assert herself as the main wife.

On Tuesday, 8 January, the popular docu-reality series, Yobe returns for a second season. This chilling production unpacks the stories of perpetrators who take accountability for their actions by apologising to their victims and their families. 
For those in the mood for a dose of romance, DStv Channel 103, 1Magic continues the wedding season well into January with Talitha Ndima helping singletons ask their significant others to tie the knot in  Marry Me Now, every Friday at 19:00. 
Changing gears following the hit reality, I Blew It, DStv Channel 163, Mzansi Wethu brings its viewers a new reality series called Seng’Khathele hosted by actress, Lerato Mvelase. From Saturday, 19 January at 19:30, this first-to-Wethu show tackles relationships on the rocks and aims to mediate the process of one partner telling their significant other that they are no longer happy. The results is to assist couples in finding closure.

Nip the January blues in the bud and tune in on Mzansi Magic (DStv channel 161), 1Magic (DStv channel 103) and Mzansi Wethu (DStv channel 163) for your sizzling local entertainment.