TVNZ 2 TV Guide & Program Listings
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Home And Away
Home and Away is set in the fictional town of Summer Bay, a coastal town in New South Wales, and follows the personal and professional lives of the people living in the area. The show initially focused on the Fletcher family, Pippa and Tom Fletcher and their five foster children Frank Morgan, Carly Morris, Steven Matheson, Lynn Davenport and Sally Keating, who would go on to become one of the show
Tipping Point Australia
Hosted by Australian tennis legend Todd Woodbridge, Tipping Point will push contestants' luck to the very edge in their quest to beat the mesmerising device and win mystery prizes and cash!
Bridge Of Lies
Ross Kemp hosts a nail-biting quiz. Using knowledge, strategy and a little luck, contestants must cross the Bridge, spotting the lies. One wrong step and they lose everything!
Good Chef, Bad Chef
Mike, Jacq, Tim and Jo create stunning dishes, balancing bold flavours and wholesome ingredients. Every meal is a delight-what will you try first?
Chateau DIY: Win The Dream
Ambitious renovators battle to win the ultimate prize... the keys to a stunning £250,000 French chateau, guided by judge Max McMurdo.
Tipping Point Australia
Hosted by Australian tennis legend Todd Woodbridge, Tipping Point will push contestants' luck to the very edge in their quest to beat the mesmerising device and win mystery prizes and cash!
The Simpsons
Bart nurses a wounded pigeon back to health, but Santa's Little Helper has other plans. Danica Patrick and Rachel Weisz have voice cameos. S22 E7
The Big Bang Theory
Penny's hair products business becomes a complete nightmare when a caffeine-addled Sheldon takes over. S2 E18
Home And Away
Home and Away is set in the fictional town of Summer Bay, a coastal town in New South Wales, and follows the personal and professional lives of the people living in the area. The show initially focused on the Fletcher family, Pippa and Tom Fletcher and their five foster children Frank Morgan, Carly Morris, Steven Matheson, Lynn Davenport and Sally Keating, who would go on to become one of the show
Shortland Street
Sage grows fearful.
Masterchef Australia
In today' episode of MasterChef Australia, five cooks must prove their skill and creativity using only a hibachi to cook, with the winner earning immunity and their spot in the Top 6.
Love It Or List It
A woman has been in her home since she was a baby, but her partner doesn't hold the same sentimental values and wants to be near the city. She thinks he'll choose to stay with the right updates.
Naked Attraction
It's the hit dating show where contestants bare all for love! Tonight, we meet mum of two, Michelle, and gym-obsessed Adam!
Taskmaster
Season Finale: S11 E10 It's the grand final! Charlotte Ritchie stumbles into some sand, Lee Mack dunks Little Alex Horne and Sarah Kendall stacks fish fingers. Who will win Greg Davies' golden head?
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
When several prominent poker players lose their lives, the CSI team is called to investigate before more victims surface. S13 E16
L.A.'s Finest
The Bens investigate the killing of the transgender woman. Dante' gets Nancy's help whilst Syd figures out her scavenger hunt. S1 E6
Emmerdale
Long-running soap following the ups and downs of village life amid the rolling scenery of the Yorkshire Dales.
Infomercial
Infomercials is an umbrella title for independent, quarter-hour television comedy specials airing on Adult Swim. Unlike actual paid programming, all of the programs are fictitious and maintain no continuity with each other.
Infomercial
Infomercials is an umbrella title for independent, quarter-hour television comedy specials airing on Adult Swim. Unlike actual paid programming, all of the programs are fictitious and maintain no continuity with each other.
Damages
Glenn Close and Rose Byrne star in this gripping thriller following the personal and professional lives of Patty Hewes, New York's most revered and most ruthless litigator, and her ambitious protégé
Superstore
The local mall has closed! Amy and Dina are excited about the influx of new customers, but quickly realise they're not all there to shop. S5 E4
The Drew Barrymore Show
Driven by humour and optimism, Drew Barrymore presents human interest stories and has heartfelt conversations with special guests.
TVNZ2 Returns At 5am
Infomercial
Infomercials is an umbrella title for independent, quarter-hour television comedy specials airing on Adult Swim. Unlike actual paid programming, all of the programs are fictitious and maintain no continuity with each other.
Infomercial
Infomercials is an umbrella title for independent, quarter-hour television comedy specials airing on Adult Swim. Unlike actual paid programming, all of the programs are fictitious and maintain no continuity with each other.
LES MILLS Born To Move
Designed to nurture a life-long love of physical activity, BORN TO MOVE helps children experience the joy and vitality of moving to music, combining fun and fitness in way that children love.
Kiri and Lou
Kiri and Lou follows the adventures of Kiri, a feisty little dinosaur with overpowering emotions and Lou, a gentle but thoughtful creature.
Toi Time
Featuring Anika Moa and her music, educating and entertaining kids through play, movement and dance.
The Smurfs
Join this merry band of Smurfs on their many magical adventures as they try to outsmart the wicked sorcerer Gargamel and his cat Azrael.
LEGO Ninjago: Dragons Rising
Two teenagers from different worlds use their Ninja powers to defend dragons from villains who want to harvest the dragons' life forces.
Teen Titans Go!
The superheroes Robin, Cyborg, Starfire, Raven and Beast Boy love saving the world. But after they decide to stop fighting crime, things do not go as planned.
Mecha Builders
Elmo, Cookie Monster, and Abby Cadabby are robot heroes-in-training who use their STEM superpowers to solve wacky larger-than-life problems.
Bluey
Meet Bluey, an inexhaustible six-year-old Blue Heeler dog who loves to play. She turns everyday family life into extraordinary adventures!
Takaro Tribe
Come join the Takaro Tribe as they sing and dance their way through their magical alphabet forest, meeting friends and whanau and learning as they go.
Infomercial
Infomercials is an umbrella title for independent, quarter-hour television comedy specials airing on Adult Swim. Unlike actual paid programming, all of the programs are fictitious and maintain no continuity with each other.
Les Mills Adult Classes
Les Mills and TVNZ are thrilled to be working together to offer you free access to renowned Les Mills classes; BODYBALANCE, BODYCOMBAT, BODYATTACK, LES MILLS CORE and LES MILLS GRIT Cardio.
Masterchef Australia
In today' episode of MasterChef Australia, five cooks must prove their skill and creativity using only a hibachi to cook, with the winner earning immunity and their spot in the Top 6.
The Drew Barrymore Show
Driven by humour and optimism, Drew Barrymore presents human interest stories and has heartfelt conversations with special guests.
Shortland Street
Sage grows fearful.
Home And Away
Beau’s alibi falls through. Tane’s anger reaches boiling point. Cash implores Harper to help take down Beau. Can Dana forgive Sonny?
Tipping Point Australia
Hosted by Australian tennis legend Todd Woodbridge, Tipping Point will push contestants' luck to the very edge in their quest to beat the mesmerising device and win mystery prizes and cash!
Bridge Of Lies
Ross Kemp hosts a nail-biting quiz. Using knowledge, strategy and a little luck, contestants must cross the Bridge, spotting the lies. One wrong step and they lose everything!
Good Chef, Bad Chef
Mike, Jacq, Tim and Jo create stunning dishes, balancing bold flavours and wholesome ingredients. Every meal is a delight-what will you try first?
Chateau DIY: Win The Dream
Ambitious renovators battle to win the ultimate prize... the keys to a stunning £250,000 French chateau, guided by judge Max McMurdo.
Tipping Point Australia
Hosted by Australian tennis legend Todd Woodbridge, Tipping Point will push contestants' luck to the very edge in their quest to beat the mesmerising device and win mystery prizes and cash!
The Simpsons
After Homer is jailed on New Year's Eve for bribery, he agrees to go undercover as an informant against mobster Fat Tony (voice of Joe Mantegna) to reduce his sentence. S22 E9
The Big Bang Theory
While Stuart romances Penny, Leonard and Howard venture out into the world of "Ladies' Night" at a local bar. S2 E20
Home And Away
David seizes the day. Amelia is the guest of honour. Marilyn searches for Zane. Levi feels lost.
Shortland Street
Cody lives a nightmare.
Masterchef Australia
It's the final day of HEAT WEEK and four cooks face off in head-to-head duals in an elimination challenge. After two rounds of battle, the bottom dish in the final dual will send its maker home.
Nobody's Fool
With fewer players left in the game, alliances tighten and betrayals become inevitable. A maths challenge delivers a powerful advantage - and a significant risk.
Mel Giedroyc: Unforgiveable
Mel and Lou Sanders are joined by Nish Kumar, Ruby Wax and Reuben Kaye as Nish spills the beans on X-rated workplace behaviour and Ruby tells of a drug-smuggling past.
St. Denis Medical
Season Finale: When a doctor becomes a patient, his co-workers rally around him, whether he likes it or not; Matt and Serena need to talk. S2 E18
Taskmaster
Taskmaster Greg Davies returns for an all-new season of the comedy show, featuring contestants Alan Davies, Desiree Burch, Guz Khan, Morgana Robinson and Victoria Coren Mitchell. S12 E1
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
The CSIs join David Phillips at his high school reunion when he discovers the prom queen's been murdered. S13 E17
Ripple
Walter decides to pick up basketball again and gets a warm reception. S1 E4
Emmerdale
Long-running soap following the ups and downs of village life amid the rolling scenery of the Yorkshire Dales.
Infomercial
Infomercials is an umbrella title for independent, quarter-hour television comedy specials airing on Adult Swim. Unlike actual paid programming, all of the programs are fictitious and maintain no continuity with each other.
Infomercial
Infomercials is an umbrella title for independent, quarter-hour television comedy specials airing on Adult Swim. Unlike actual paid programming, all of the programs are fictitious and maintain no continuity with each other.
Damages
Glenn Close and Rose Byrne star in this gripping thriller following the personal and professional lives of Patty Hewes, New York's most revered and most ruthless litigator, and her ambitious protégé
Superstore
Amy amps up the store's Halloween spirit to impress the new district manager - even setting up a haunted house, which Glenn is terrified to enter. S5 E6
The Drew Barrymore Show
Driven by humour and optimism, Drew Barrymore presents human interest stories and has heartfelt conversations with special guests.
TVNZ2 Returns At 5am
Infomercial
Infomercials is an umbrella title for independent, quarter-hour television comedy specials airing on Adult Swim. Unlike actual paid programming, all of the programs are fictitious and maintain no continuity with each other.
Infomercial
Infomercials is an umbrella title for independent, quarter-hour television comedy specials airing on Adult Swim. Unlike actual paid programming, all of the programs are fictitious and maintain no continuity with each other.
LES MILLS Born To Move
Designed to nurture a life-long love of physical activity, BORN TO MOVE helps children experience the joy and vitality of moving to music, combining fun and fitness in way that children love.
Kiri and Lou
Kiri and Lou follows the adventures of Kiri, a feisty little dinosaur with overpowering emotions and Lou, a gentle but thoughtful creature.
Toi Time
Featuring Anika Moa and her music, educating and entertaining kids through play, movement and dance.
The Smurfs
Join this merry band of Smurfs on their many magical adventures as they try to outsmart the wicked sorcerer Gargamel and his cat Azrael.
LEGO Ninjago: Dragons Rising
Two teenagers from different worlds use their Ninja powers to defend dragons from villains who want to harvest the dragons' life forces.
Teen Titans Go!
The superheroes Robin, Cyborg, Starfire, Raven and Beast Boy love saving the world. But after they decide to stop fighting crime, things do not go as planned.
Bluey
Meet Bluey, an inexhaustible six-year-old Blue Heeler dog who loves to play. She turns everyday family life into extraordinary adventures!
Takaro Tribe
Come join the Takaro Tribe as they sing and dance their way through their magical alphabet forest, meeting friends and whanau and learning as they go.
Infomercial
Infomercials is an umbrella title for independent, quarter-hour television comedy specials airing on Adult Swim. Unlike actual paid programming, all of the programs are fictitious and maintain no continuity with each other.
Les Mills Adult Classes
Les Mills and TVNZ are thrilled to be working together to offer you free access to renowned Les Mills classes; BODYBALANCE, BODYCOMBAT, BODYATTACK, LES MILLS CORE and LES MILLS GRIT Cardio.
Masterchef Australia
It's the final day of HEAT WEEK and four cooks face off in head-to-head duals in an elimination challenge. After two rounds of battle, the bottom dish in the final dual will send its maker home.
The Drew Barrymore Show
Driven by humour and optimism, Drew Barrymore presents human interest stories and has heartfelt conversations with special guests.
Shortland Street
Cody lives a nightmare.
TVNZ 2 is a major free-to-air television channel based in New Zealand, offering a wide array of general entertainment, comedy, drama, and local productions. Navigating the tv guide allows viewers to stay informed about daily broadcast schedules, discover upcoming series, and plan their evening entertainment.
About TVNZ 2
Operated by Television New Zealand (TVNZ), the state-owned national broadcaster, TVNZ 2 serves as the network's flagship channel for youth-oriented, flagship comedy, flagship drama, and international entertainment content. Originally launched in 1975, the network plays a pivotal role in the New Zealand television landscape. Broadcast nationwide across terrestrial and digital platforms, TVNZ 2 reaches audiences across both the North and South Islands.
Understanding the TVNZ 2 TV Guide
The TVNZ 2 schedule provides comprehensive information regarding daily programming blocks. When checking the tv guide, viewers can access essential details about scheduled broadcasts, including:
- Program Titles: Clear names for movies, series, and local productions.
- Episode Information: Season and episode identifiers for serialized programs.
- Broadcast Times: Specific start and end times for each broadcast segment.
- Genre Classification: Clear categorization spanning comedy, drama, reality, and children's content.
TV Guide Listings for Tonight on TVNZ 2
Prime-time viewing remains a focal point of daily broadcasting schedules. By reviewing the tv guide listings for tonight, audiences can quickly identify evening drama blocks, international reality franchises, feature films, and late-night comedy programs. Evening broadcasts typically feature key local and international acquisitions, providing structured entertainment for viewers looking to catch up on their favorite shows or discover new series.
Programming and Show Categories
TVNZ 2 broadcasts a diverse mix of television genres designed to appeal to varied viewer demographics. Common programming categories include:
- Comedy & Drama: Leading international sitcoms, local flagship dramas, and award-winning series.
- Reality TV & Entertainment: Global competitive formats and local reality adaptations.
- Movies: Feature-length films scheduled during prime-time evening slots and weekend blocks.
- Children & Family: Daytime programming dedicated to youth and family-friendly entertainment.
How to Use the TV Schedule Efficiently
To get the most out of television listings, follow these straightforward steps when checking the broadcast calendar:
- Select the appropriate broadcast date from the schedule view.
- Filter or browse by time of day, such as morning, afternoon, or evening blocks.
- Examine episode details to confirm whether a broadcast is a premiere or a repeat episode.
- Cross-reference times with local regional broadcasts if applicable.
Regional Broadcasts and Time Zone Differences
TVNZ 2 broadcasts across New Zealand using standard New Zealand Time (NZT) and Daylight Saving Time (NZDT) when applicable. While national network broadcasts are generally synchronized, localized advertising insertion or specific regional carrier shifts can occasionally affect exact broadcast start times. Always consult updated digital listings for the most accurate scheduling details.
Schedule Accuracy and Updates
Television schedules are subject to change due to live special events, breaking news coverage, or network adjustments. To ensure you never miss a show, check updated listings prior to broadcast times, particularly during holiday periods or major television events.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the TVNZ 2 TV Guide?
The TVNZ 2 TV Guide is a detailed schedule outlining program start times, show titles, episode descriptions, and broadcast dates for TVNZ 2 content across New Zealand.
What is on TVNZ 2 tonight?
Evening programming on TVNZ 2 typically features prime-time dramas, reality television series, comedies, and feature films. View the current daily schedule listings to see exact titles and times for tonight.
Where can I find the official TVNZ 2 schedule?
The schedule is accessible via electronic program guides (EPG) on local television receivers, online TV guide platforms, and official broadcaster digital channels.
Do TVNZ 2 program times change?
Yes, broadcast times can shift due to live broadcasts, extended special programming, or schedule updates. Checking daily listings ensures up-to-date viewing information.