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Vibrant Lives, Bold Stories
Conversations with Pets
Imagine if you could have a conversation with your pet… Faye Rogers can.
My Breakup with God
A devoted Christian slams the door on the Church to pursues a path of sexual freedom.
Fantasy Cave
Cave dwellers tirelessly craft a fantasyland, but is it really for the children?
Asian Men Talk About Sex
Eight Asian men challenge stereotypes and bare all as they speak candidly about sex, love and dating.
Mister Sunshine
Meet the millionaire who became a shoeshine man peddling goodwill and cheer throughout Auckland.
How Mr and Mrs Gock Saved the Kumara
In the 1940s, two young Chinese refugees found an unlikely way to repay New Zealand's welcome.
The Coffin Club
A group of rebellious, creative Kiwi seniors give death the finger, one crazy coffin at a time.
Believing is Seeing
An outbreak of tic disorders among youth sparks debate; could social media be making us sick?
Operation: RAMBU!
Once a star in B-list action films, the 'Indonesian Rambo' vanished. Is it time for this Kiwi's dramatic comeback?
Wayne
Wayne, a man with limited communication skills, learns the harsh reality of love and romance.
Te Ao Mārama
Kārearea
Fern, a sassy Kārearea, embarks on a quest to safeguard her species' future and alter their notorious image.
Ajax the Kea Conservation Dog
A passionate conservationist and his canine companion fight together to save New Zealand’s kea.
What Logan Did
A young warrior battles ecological adversity, innovating against the devastating didymo algae to protect his homeland rivers.
Te Wao Nui
Kauri are dying. A traditional Māori healer has one last chance to save an entire forest.
Luckie Strike
A daring journey delves into New Zealand's hidden caves, uniting friendship with the thrill of discovery.
Water for Gold
Unveiling the grim reality where trade laws compromise our right to clean water in the search of gold.
The Weedfish
A hunt for the rare Weedfish in fading New Zealand kelp forests leads to a profound underwater journey.
Water Baby
Freediving stars William Trubridge and Sachiko Fukumoto are determined to welcome their baby into their oceanic realm.
Looking Back To Go Forward
‘Aka’ōu: Tātatau in the Cook Islands
An unlikely master of traditional Polynesian art Tātatau, seeks to pass his legacy to an apprentice.
Please Open
Cultural icon and cinematic relic The Crystal Palace fights to hold off the final curtain call.
He Ōhākī – Imparting Words of Wisdom
John Rangihau's Tūhoe wisdom, voiced through his daughter Kararaina, addresses a legacy of institutional racism.
Baba
Joel Kefali animates his grandfather's vibrant tales, bridging memory's gaps with love and nostalgia.
Testimony
A Tongan-born New Zealander admits the painful truth behind what really happened to his family during the Dawn Raids.
Soldiers Road
Connecting to culture through art, Soldiers Road Portraits reframe identity for a group of young Māori.
He Hekenga Tūhura
In his final interview, Sir Hector Busby reflects on celestial navigation and waka carving's legacy.
The Colourist
Grace Rawson revisits the art of hand-tinted photography, a craft she mastered in the 1950s with Whites Aviation.
Waihorotiu
Exploring an urban waterscape reveals hidden depths and complexities beyond a city surface.
Grit & Glory
Shred
At 18, Hayden's pursuit of bodybuilding perfection challenges family bonds and questions social media's masculine ideals.
Beneath The Surface
New Zealand’s first Tongan swimming champion battles self-doubt and setbacks as she fights for gold.
Table for One
Against all odds, an ageing table tennis icon sacrifices it all for one last shot at Olympic greatness.
Wilbur Force
Wilbur Force must reignite his NZ pro-wrestling glory to break free from despair.
MEME Me
The ‘Nek Minnit’ guy confronts the meme that defined him.
Union
A young Māori outsider living in Japan tackles cultural isolation using the universal language of rugby.
The Jump
The origin story of what has become the worldwide phenomenon of bungy jumping.
E Blacks
A passionate gamer leads his team in a battle to be New Zealand's first Esports competitors in the Commonwealth Games.
Bludgeon
A knight-in-waiting faces his demons to lead the Steel Thorns in the intense world of medieval combat.
She Speeds
In the thrilling world of dirt track racing, Brooke smashes through gender barriers to do what she loves most.
Ngā Aho Kōtuitui
Fast Eddie
After a devastating diagnosis, a father and daughter attempt one one-last challenge together.
Fifty Percent
With a 50% chance of inheriting a fatal disease, is it better to know or live in the moment?
Night Ride
A mother's nightly visits to feed stray cats lead her son to probe its link to his brother's death.
He Ōhākī – Imparting Words of Wisdom
John Rangihau's Tūhoe wisdom, voiced through his daughter Kararaina, addresses a legacy of institutional racism.
Wind Song and Rain
Poet Hone Tuwhare's granddaughter pens a love letter to the world, bridging the gap he left and embracing his legacy.
Only Human
A social media fight over sexism is the last straw for the liberal daughter of a chauvinistic father.
Same but Different
Two best friends navigate the evolving landscape of their bond as one embraces her true gender identity.
The Road to Whakarae
Exploring Waimana Valley's essence through waiata 'Te Rori ki Whakarae, e,' celebrating Tūhoe life and its enduring spirit.
Going Home
Honouring her late Uncle Clive's adventurous spirit, Ashley takes a leap of faith and learns to fly.
Phoenix Rising
Wahine Warrior
Post-trauma, Pania is reborn a warrior, turning to hunting as her path to forge a self-reliant sisterhood.
Mana Over Meth
Facing a violent past and meth addiction, Jessica Apanui turns to Māoritanga to heal.
One Year On
One man’s story, one year on from the Christchurch Mosque terror attack.
Kusuda
A cyclone's threat on a vineyard prompts deep reflections on life's delicacy and wine-making's perils.
Street Smart
Regina Tito looks back at her life on the streets and delivers an image society desperately needs to see.
Kotuku Rerenga Rua
One man's revival through the profound power of heritage and connection.
Madness Made Me
Former Mental Health Commissioner Mary O’Hagan confronts the stark reality of her psychiatric files.
Living Like Kings
The Christchurch Earthquake turns disaster into luxury living for a group of homeless people.
The Scam
The ultimate scam lures an elderly beekeeper around the world in this wild true-crime tale.
Life Inspired
Bird’s Eye!
Petra Leary takes her hidden superpower to the sky, with her drone and dog, Kodak, in tow.
Meet Munch Jr.
A father’s love inspires an autistic teen to express himself by bringing his cartoon character to life.
Tihei
As the beat drops can Tihei find his words? Redemption comes unscripted.
The Colourist
Grace Rawson revisits the art of hand-tinted photography, a craft she mastered in the 1950s with Whites Aviation.
Dancing in the Dark
Dancing in the Dark sheds light on the transformative power of dance.
Surreal Estate
An artist and his real-estate agent alter ego clash over the age old problem of art versus commerce.
Imagine the World is Ending
Two schoolboys channel poetic frustrations about their inherited world into spoken word.
#Losing
While preparing for a live performance, a poet reflects on his losing battle with a degenerative bone disease.
The Crossroads: Le Māgafā
At the crossroads of past and present, Kas Futialo confronts his journey, weaving Sāmoan heritage into hip-hop to enlighten futures.
Wind Song and Rain
Poet Hone Tuwhare's granddaughter pens a love letter to the world, bridging the gap he left and embracing his legacy.
Architects of Change
The Barter Barber
An adventurous barber, encouraging men to open up about mental health, must confront his own challenges.
Hear Me Out
Mojo Mathers, Aotearoa's first deaf MP, has one final opportunity to fight for disability-inclusive democracy.
About Bloody Time!
A fun-loving 40-year-old trying to ditch her period cringe.
John The Baptist
An Englishman travels to Aotearoa, guided by a mission to share God’s love in te reo Māori.
When Nobody Was Looking
An entomologist takes on the 1970s New Zealand Government uncovering institutional racism and child abuse.
Siouxsie & the Virus
A science superhero with pink hair wages war on COVID-19 to convince an entire nation to lockdown.
Mana Wahine
As Ihumātao garners worldwide attention, Pania Newton faces a critical choice: confront the bulldozers or abandon her cause.
The Cube of Truth
A daring couple exposes animal agriculture's violence, bringing a startling message to the streets.
He Kākano Ahau – From The Spaces In Between
A courageous takatāpui (Māori LGBTQI) activist is fighting for true diversity in our Gay Pride celebrations.
Our People, Our Places
Stop/Go
A lovable traffic management veteran stops and reflects on life in New Zealand's iconic landscapes.
HAKA haha
There’s cultural appropriation in the air as kaka haka is debated by the people of Aotearoa.
East Meets East
The honest musings of a Chinese grandmother brings an unseen community into the spotlight.
The Road to Whakarae
Exploring Waimana Valley's essence through waiata 'Te Rori ki Whakarae, e,' celebrating Tūhoe life and its enduring spirit.
Today
Life inside a South Auckland rest home offers a deep, intimate view of daily existence.
Homing
A contemplation of home through the interplay of natural and human-made sounds.
Blood Sugar
Four-year-old Dahlia takes us into her bittersweet world of blood, needles and sugar.
Queer Selfies
Coming out is one thing, coming home is another.
OK Chlöe
Millennial MP, Chlöe Swarbrick, challenges the establishment during the most important year of her political career.
Gina
A woman suffering an extreme genetic disorder argues for her right to choose when and how she dies.
All Seasons
Season 9
Stories of pain, passion, perseverance and the pursuit of something meaningful.
Season 8
Chasing hope of growth, change and justice in the lands of Aotearoa.
Season 7
A turning point for humanity. The revolution is here.
Season 6
Unlikely characters become the heroes in a powerful mix of realities.
Season 5
Remarkable New Zealanders make a big impact amidst personal discovery.
Season 4
Many voices, many perspectives. Bravely challenging ideas of sex, death, love and loss.
Season 3
The provoking of change, from deeply personal stories to major social and political issues.
Season 2
An eclectic bunch of unique interpretations. Art, humour, animals and mental health.
Season 1
Where it all began. Join Kiwis from all walks of life, unified by the theme of home.