SBS On Demand Lunar New Year programming
The following programs will have Simplified Chinese subtitles.
Destination Flavour China S1 (available from 25 Jan)
Adam Liaw discovers the vast and ancient country of China, exploring its history through its food whilst at the same time exploring his own family history.
China From Above (available from 25 Jan)
An incredible bird’s-eye view of how China’s billion-plus population lives, travels and builds its cities.
Marry Me, Marry My Family S2
This documentary series explores the chaotic and colourful road to intercultural relationships. Six couples try to straddle the gulf between cultures and the gap between their parents’ relationships and their own dreams.
Years & Years
Starring Emma Thompson, this audacious drama follows an ordinary Manchester family and catapults them through the next 15 years. As the Britain of this imaginary drama is rocked by political, economic and technological advances, the family experiences everything hoped for in the future, and everything that is feared.
The Hunting
The Hunting explores the experiences of teenagers as they traverse the complexities of relationships, identity and sexuality via technology. Following the lives of four young Australians, their teachers and families throughout the lead up, revelation and aftermath of a nude teen photo scandal, the timely series aims to promote discussion and awareness to enable positive experiences for young people online.
The Handmaid’s Tale S3
The award-winning drama series returns in a third season, which will follow June’s resistance to Gilead’s dystopian regime, and her struggle to strike back against overwhelming odds.
Untold Australia S4
Critically acclaimed documentary series Untold Australia explores the life changing milestones of everyday Australians. This four-part includes the stories of six unique individuals with intellectual and learning disabilities embarking on journeys of love and steps into the world of Indian Australian entrepreneur Manjit Gujral and his thriving hospitality business in Sydney’s West. The season also takes a rare glimpse inside one of the oldest family-run funeral homes in Australia – Walter Carter Funerals and documents the inspirational story of transgender woman Holly Conroy, as she bids to stage the first ever Mardi Gras in Wagga Wagga.
Where Are You Really From? S1 & S2
Playful but moving, the series explores the complex issues of cultural heritage and identity, and the way our assumptions around what an Australian looks like impact our understanding of what it means to be Australian. Where Are You Really From? connects wider Australia to a history and to communities many people would not be aware of.
How ‘Mad’ Are You?
Ten Australians, from all backgrounds and ages spend a week together. Five have a history of mental illness. Five do not. The series addresses mental illness in a way never seen before on Australian television.
Child Genius S1 & S2
In a unique competition documentary format, 19 gifted children aged seven to 12 will display their brilliant minds and amazing memories in a thrilling competition that celebrates the phenomenal academic achievements of Australian children. Presided over by quizmaster, Dr Susan Carland, and presented in association with Australian Mensa, this new six-part series brings together Australia’s brightest kids from all over Australia as they undergo a string of challenging quizzes that would stump even the smartest adults.
Insight
Australia’s leading forum for ideas and powerful first person stories, offering a unique perspective on news and current affairs, hosted by Jenny Brockie.
Asian Epics Collection
Including Chinese historical drama The Longest Day in Chang’an S1, Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon, Sky Hunter, Outrage Coda, Till The End Of The World, Snow Flower And The Secret Fan, Shin Godzilla, Ash Is Purest White, Mulan (2009 movie) and City Hunter.
