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Why the Heated Rivalry TV series understands gay men better than the book
Based on the popular novel by Rachel Reid, the TV series follows the sexual encounters and budding romance of two closeted athletes,
The new TV shows we’re excited to watch in 2026
We'll get fresh seasons of favourites and see classics make a comeback, but here's a list of other shows you'll want to watch this year.
Where to watch the Golden Globe winners
There are plenty of award-winning films and television to get caught up on.
Road Trip: Kate McDermott
Joining Anna for today's road trip is screenwriter Kate McDermott. Audio
NZ's part in the million-dollar Golden Globes' gift bags
Winners of the first major awards of the seaon will be handed gifts worth nearly US$1 million.
What to look for as the Golden Globes kicks off award season
The 83rd Golden Globes mark the start of the 2026 awards season. The show will be broadcast from its usual home in Beverly Hills, with comedian Nikki Glaser returning as host.
The big nominations and snubs at the Screen Actors Guild awards
One Battle After Another dominated with seven nominations, cementing its status as one of the Oscars frontrunners.
'The Wire' actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. dies aged 71
The American actor had a storied career spanning more than three decades in both TV and film.
Not Only Fred Dagg: Lorin Clarke reflects on her father's legacy
Lorin Clarke's conversations with her father, John Clarke, just a year before his death, have become the backbone of a documentary which reveals the man behind the iconic public persona.
Kimmel tells UK TV that 'tyranny is booming' in US
"I can tell you that from a fascism perspective, this has been a really great year."
What to watch on Christmas Day
Belly full? Christmas cheer all spent? Need the kids to flop? Here's what's on the box on Christmas Day.
Sam Neill: 'Retirement it's like a swear word to me'
The actor says life has been so good he has no intention of quitting anytime soon.
McLeod's Daughters star Rachael Carpani dies aged 45
Australian actress Rachael Carpani has died at the age of 45, her family has announced on social media. Her parents said she died after a long battle with chronic illness.
Tova O'Brien announced as new Breakfast presenter
The political journalist will replace Jenny-May Clarkson on TVNZ's morning TV show.
The 25 best TV shows of 2025
Here are the shows that kept us on the couch, kept us interested and excited, that made us laugh, cry, cheer, jeer and every emotion in between.
What to Watch: 'The Manipulated' built for binge-watching
The show is a high-voltage thriller that's more than a Prison Break déjà vu.
Best Television of 2025 with Karl Puschmann
TV reviewer Karl Puschmann shares his top TV picks for the year. Audio
Short-Cuts with Dan Slevin
Nights’ resident screen critic joins Emile Donovan to look at what’s new on the big screen as well as a few things worth watching from the comfort of your couch. Audio
Golden Globe nominations are here: What you need to know
All the nominees for the awards ceremony due to take place on 11 January in the US, hosted by Nikki Glaser.
Netflix poised to acquire Warner Brothers
Netflix seems poised to acquire Warner Brothers and all its assets in a deal worth almost $144 billion. Tech commentator Paul Spain spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio