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8:30pm Friday, May 25 on TV One

Returning to TV ONE, the multi award-winning series is back as Sherlock Holmes and John Watson return.

With beguiling performances, witty scripts and some of the most intriguing characters ever created, it’s no wonder that Sherlock has proven to be a worldwide success. This season brings thrilling twists and turns, as well as some of the greatest detective work ever seen.

Tonight, James Moriarty possesses the greatest criminal mind that the world has ever seen. But even Sherlock and John would have never guessed the sheer scale and audacity of the crime that will propel Moriarty back into the headlines – the crime of the century.

The Tower of London, the Bank of England and Pentonville prison – all sprung open on the same day, as if by magic! But Moriarty’s plans don’t stop there. Sherlock and John lock horns with their old enemy in one final problem that tests loyalty and courage to their very limits.

Missed Sherlock? Full episodes are available online. Go to www.tvnz.co.nz and click ‘on demand’.

7:30pm Friday, May 25 on TV One

Tonight, lives are put in danger as a fire breaks out at the Websters’. With Sally and Kevin away, the girls are under Rita’s care. While unsupervised, a fire breaks out that they manage to keep under control. But the real heat begins when Jason arrives to sort out the damage.

As Graeme lays unconscious in the wreckage, David comes to, and stumbles from the car. Seeing he was the driver, Tina attacks him. David’s horrified as a critical Graeme is raced to hospital. As the police arrive on the scene asking questions, he claims he can’t remember anything. At the hospital, doctors explain the extent of Graeme’s injuries and rush him into surgery, leaving Tina devastated.

When Claire accuses Ashley of dragging his feet over the sale of the house he admits he doesn’t like the idea of relocating. With tensions rising, will Claire be able to get her husband onboard?

As Julie chases Brian he’s convinced her persistence is a sign of her mental state and decides to move on.

And with the bar due to open in two weeks, Nick reminds Carla he needs his money.

Missed an episode of Coronation Street? Full episodes are available online. Go to www.tvnz.co.nz and click ‘on demand’.

8:30pm Thursday, May 24 on TV One

Quantum of Solace continues the high octane adventures of the new James Bond, portrayed by Daniel Craig (The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo).

Betrayed by Vesper, the woman he loved, 007 fights the urge to make his latest mission personal. Pursuing his determination to uncover the truth, Bond and M (Judi Dench, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel) interrogate a prisoner who reveals the organisation that blackmailed Vesper is far more complex and dangerous than anyone had imagined.

Forensic intelligence links an M16 traitor to a bank account in Haiti where a case of mistaken identity introduces Bond to beautiful but feisty Camille, a woman who has her own vendetta. Camille leads Bond straight to Dominic Green, a ruthless businessman and a major force within the mysterious organisation.

On a mission that takes him around the world, Bond discovers that Greene is conspiring to take control of one of the world’s most important natural resources.

In a minefield of treachery, murder and deceit, Bond allies with old friends in a battle to uncover the truth. As he gets closer to finding the man responsible for the betrayal of Vesper, 007 must keep one step ahead of the CIA, the terrorists and even M, to unravel Greene’s sinister plan and stop ‘Quantum’.

7:30pm Thursday, May 24 on TV One

Tonight, Graeme learns the truth about David’s assault. Tina begs Graeme not to do anything stupid but when he comes face to face with David it’s clear he’s struggling. In turmoil, David grabs Audrey’s car keys and heads out while Tina and Graeme plan a romantic evening, determined to move on from the incident. But tragedy will strike, leaving Graeme’s life hanging in the balance.

Fiz tries to talk Julie out of her date with Brian but nothing she says puts her off. Can John and Fiz come up with a plan to stop this relationship before it starts?

Tyrone’s defensive as Molly makes plans to care for Jack.

Emily’s thrilled as she reveals a mystery benefactor has paid for the church roof.

Elsewhere, Claire is desperate to speed up the Peacock’s plans to move away.

And Rita agrees to keep an eye on the girls as Sally and Kevin have a few days away.

Missed an episode of Coronation Street? Full episodes are available online. Go to www.tvnz.co.nz and click ‘on demand’.

2:00pm Thursday, May 24 on TV One

TV ONE presents coverage of the budget announcement, presented by Nadine Chalmers-Ross.

Coming live from Parliament, Finance Minister Bill English will again unveil the government’s financial direction.

Prime Minister John Key has already indicated that welfare reform, changes to interest-free student loans, and reinvesting funding cuts back to health and education sectors are themes that will surface.

Chalmers-Ross will be on hand with a team of experts to dissect the information and what it will mean for New Zealanders. In addition to this analysis from political and economic commentators, the broadcast will also feature market reaction.

One News Special: Budget 2012 will commence from 2pm and will be streaming online. After coverage wraps at 4pm, the analysis will continue into the evening with ONE News at 6pm, followed by Close Up.

9:30pm Wednesday, May 23 on TV One

Castle returns with a brand new, action-packed season featuring mystery novelist Richard Castle and NYPD Detective Kate Beckett. Castle and Beckett’s relationship has grown stronger as they’ve dodged bullets, captured killers, and solved countless murder cases in their unorthodox partnership.

Tonight, when Castle and Martha are taken hostage by a crew of bank robbers, Beckett finds herself on the outside, desperately trying to rescue them – which proves to be even more difficult with a by-the-book hostage negotiator watching her every move.

Castle becomes the defacto leader of the hostages, and discovers that the robbery is actually a skillfully orchestrated distraction for an even more sinister plan.

But with Castle stuck on the inside and Beckett on the outside, will either be able to foil the bank robbers’ plans before it is too late?

Missed an episode of Castle? Full episodes are available online. Go to www.tvnz.co.nz and click ‘on demand’.

8:30pm Tuesday, May 22 on TV One

Announcing the departure of another series of boundry-pushing armchair travel adventures, Intrepid Journeys.

This much loved award-winning series takes well-known New Zealanders on the road less travelled and in the process reveals more about our travellers than they probably knew themselves.

Tonight, whilst attempting to climb a volcano, battle leeches and cope with recent back surgery, international supermodel Rachel Hunter has a tense moment with an angry orangutan, and is moved to tears by stories of loss in the Boxing Day tsunami when she visits Sumatra in her Intrepid Journey.

Sumatra is in the north western islands of the Indonesian archipelago, and Hunter’s Intrepid Journey begins in the capital Medan. She then passes through Lake Toba to the village of Dokan, where she stays in a local homestay and sleeps the night on the floor along with an extended family of 35.

Hunter is in a reflective mood on her Intrepid Journey, and talks frankly about where she is at in her life and career. She expresses an interest in returning to live in New Zealand and confesses to having often felt “socially inept,” which she thinks is the reason for her deep love of animals.

Hunter admits that her Intrepid Journey took her “a world away from the life I know.”

Missed Intrepid Journeys? Full episodes are available online. Go to www.tvnz.co.nz and click ‘on demand’.

7:30pm Tuesday, May 22 on TV One

Tonight, at the MasterChef house the Top Four contestants are surprised by a visit from MasterChef judge Josh Emett. Josh tells them to pack their bags, because they’re going on an overseas trip. But there’s a catch.

7:00pm Sunday, May 20 on TV One

Chef Michael Van de Elzen continues on his quest to create healthy and easy alternatives to takeaways, all from the back of his 1970 Bedford truck.

Tonight, Michael attempts to reinvigorate the takeaway roast to serve up at the Wings and Wheels Ardmore Showdown at Ardmore Airport.

It’s no secret that Kiwis love roasts, but is it a healthy option? Michael revisits this Sunday tradition and creates his version of this longstanding tradition. Will he succeed? Or will the public reach for the gravy?

Missed The Food Truck? Full episodes are available online. Go to www.tvnz.co.nz and click ‘on demand’.

9:30pm Saturday, May 19 on TV One

Returning to TV ONE is the wonderfully self-deprecating comedian, Alan Carr: Chatty Man. Loved by both the public and his guests for his irrepressible, warm and witty approach, here the usual rules of chat shows do not necessarily apply!

Settling into his couch tonight is international superstar Lady Gaga. She reveals her new nickname, Drunky Gaga, her plans for future musical collaborations and what she got up to in the dressing room before the show – leaving nothing to the imagination. She also starts a new segment on the show, ‘Cooking with Gaga’.

Also joining Alan are singer Dannii Minogue and comedian Peter Kaye.