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Week 47/48: Sat 23rd - Fri 29th November 2019

How to Spend It Well at Christmas Sunday 7pm

Phillip Schofield offers an essential guide on what gifts and gadgets to buy this Christmas.

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Paddy McGuinness takes the helm for another exciting episode of everybody’s favourite dating show, as four gents test their charms on the ladies in the studio.

In the love lift this week are personal trainer and computer geek Marcus, airline pilot Ross, musician and magician Rad and city banker Stephen. The boys have lots to offer, but will it be enough to catch the eye of any of the ladies behind the podiums?

Take Me OutSaturday, 6.25pm23rd NovemberITV

Judges Simon Cowell, Nicole Scherzinger and Louis Walsh reunite to continue their search for a singing sensation in a star-studded take on the hit music talent show.

The live shows continue, with the famous faces doing everything they can to secure their place in next week’s show and keep their hopes of winning a recording contract alive. However, someone’s dream has to end tonight as another celeb is eliminated.

The X Factor: CelebritySaturday, 7.40pm23rd NovemberITV

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Tune in for all the latest from the jungle as this year’s celebs settle down into day-to-day life at camp and take on more of the eye-watering Bushtucker Trials.

Hunger is creeping in for some of the campmates already, as is tiredness after several sleepless nights in their noisy and humid surroundings. Can the camp keep it together and get through their first full week united, or are cracks starting to show?

I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!Saturday, 9.10pmSunday-Friday, 9pm23rd-29th NovemberITV

The host with the most continues his chat show, featuring some of the biggest stars on the planet dropping by for a natter and the best musical acts performing.

Jonathan is joined by comedian David Walliams, Hollywood actor Ed Norton and the stars of upcoming Charlie’s Angels reboot Kristin Stewart, Naomi Scott and Ella Balinska. Plus, pop legend Robbie Williams is chatting and performing in the studio.

The Jonathan Ross ShowSaturday, 10.10pm 23rd NovemberITV

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Phillip Schofield presents a guide to what gifts and gadgets to buy this Christmas, and how to get the most for your money when buying all the seasonal essentials.

With sales of personal electric vehicles on the up, three tech-loving lads from Corrie - Jack Shepherd, Alan Halsall and Colson Smith - put them to the test. Clare Balding looks for the perfect present for pets and hosts a Christmas party with a difference.

How to Spend It Well at Christmas with Phillip SchofieldSunday, 7pm24th NovemberITV

Celebrity special of the popular family game show hosted by Stephen Mulhern, in which the panel of celebs identify familiar phrases by way of fun animated clues.

Comedy pairings Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith, Danny John-Jules and Robert Llewellyn, and Nina Wadia and Lynda Baron go head-to-head to guess famous phrases from visual clues to win a £50,000 prize for their charity of choice.

Celebrity CatchphraseSunday, 8pm 24th NovemberITV

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Consumer champion Martin Lewis continues his quest to save us all a fortune with his expert money-saving tips, advice and secrets for all those Christmas essentials.

In an hour-long live special, Martin takes on all the annual Christmas worries, inviting the audience to ask him anything about how to get the most from their money this year. The Festive Forecaster also rounds up all the best Black Friday deals available.

The Martin Lewis Money Show LiveTuesday, 8pm 26th NovemberITV

Join animal lover Paul O’Grady for another episode of heart-warming canine capers at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home in this multiple-award-winning show.

Paul meets Boo, an albino Pekingese who is riddled with health problems, making it harder to find him a home. Then, he helps to soothe Splash, a dog who was rescued from the Thames, before fussing Norah the Labrador pup, who has a mystery illness.

Paul O’Grady: For the Love of DogsWednesday, 8pm27th NovemberITV

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Ranvir Singh talks to Jo Swinson of The Liberal Democrats about the upcoming General Election, and her plans and hopes for the party’s potential performance.

After her decision to campaign for the election on the single issue of Brexit was both lauded and criticised in different sectors, we find out what the Liberal Democrat leader makes of the campaign’s overall impact so far, and why she made that choice.

The Leader Interviews: Jo Swinson - TonightThursday, 7.30pm28th NovemberITV

Part two of Gino D’Acampo’s new show in which he discovers some of the best-kept secrets of Italian food on a personal culinary journey around his native Italy.

Gino travels to the town of Asciano, where the locals try to compete with the world-famous Siena horse race by riding donkeys. Here he whips up a traditional local dessert. Then, in the Chianti region, he cooks farfalle pasta with funghi and spinach.

Gino’s Italian ExpressThursday, 8.30pm28th NovemberITV

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I’m A Celebrity... Extra Camp Saturday-Friday, times vary 23rd-29th November ITV2

The companion show for I’m A Celebrity... is back to cover all the jungle drama, presented by former contestants Emily Atack, Adam Thomas and Joe Swash.

Over the week, guests Richard Madeley, Fleur East, Denise van Outen, Georgia Toffolo, Andi Peters and more join the hosts to go over all the latest drama and excitement, as well as chatting with the very first celeb to be voted out of the jungle.

Two new episodes of Seth MacFarlane’s animated comedies back-to-back, following all the bawdy adventures of the dysfunctional Griffin and Smith families.

In Family Guy, Peter and Lois tell the kids how they met and fell in love in the ‘90s after the wi-fi goes down in the house. Then, in American Dad!, Stan fills in for Bullock at the CIA Academy and the cadets become a captive audience for his stories.

Family GuyMonday, 9pmAmerican Dad!Monday, 9.30pm 25th November ITV2

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Marriage Boot Camp: Reality StarsMonday & Tuesday, 10pm 25th & 26th NovemberITVBe

The latest batch of celebrity couples in the marriage boot camp find that fixing their relationships may be harder than they realised. Do they have what it takes?

The couples dig up their luggage in a trust exercise, but find more buried than they bargained for, causing a fight between Pauly and Aubrey. Then, the couples are asked to confess dark truths or face a punishment, and a death wish shakes one couple up.

Chrisley Knows BestTuesday & Wednesday9pm & 9.30pm26th & 27th NovemberITVBe

Catch up with Atlanta-based multimillionaire Todd Chrisley and his seemingly picture perfect Southern family as they navigate the many dramas of life together.

Over two days, Faye decides to enter a talent competition to show off her magic skills, Todd tries his best to pry a secret from Grayson, Savannah’s boyfriend comes to her with an unusual proposal, and Todd wants to play ball but no one is interested.

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Midsomer MurdersMonday-Wednesday, 9pm25th-27th NovemberITV3

Another chance to see series 20 of the parochial crime drama set within the idyllic and mortally dangerous village of Midsomer, based on Caroline Graham’s novels.

Over three episodes, a new brewery in Causton opens on the site of a cursed Abbey, and a dead body is soon discovered. Then a butterfly collector is found murdered in strange circumstances. Finally, a supermodel is found dead at a comics convention.

A delve deep back into the archives for some much-loved episodes of the soap, featuring some of the programme’s all-time favourite characters and storylines.

Life in Emmerdale continues as it always has, full of ups and downs, until disaster strikes when an out of control plane crashes into the village. The incident claims many lives and leaves others terribly wounded. Nothing will ever be the same again.

Classic EmmerdaleMonday-Friday, 1.45pm & 2.15pm25th-29th NovemberITV3

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Darts: Players Championship Live Saturday & Sunday, 12.45pm & 7pm, 23rd & 24th November ITV4

The best darts players in the world converge on Minehead for the 2019 Players’ Championships Finals, with Daryl Gurney returning as the defending champion.

Gurney will mount a strong defence of his title this year, but he’ll be facing difficult competition from the likes of World Series Finals champ Michael Van Gerwen, as well as former World Champion Rob Cross. Jacqui Oatley and Ned Boulting present.

Fascinating documentary series delving into how things are made across the UK, and meeting people who keep the economy alive with vibrant small businesses.

Discover how yellow rapeseed flowers are turned into a kitchen staple. Meet the man creating custom snowboards. Visit the trainer factory with a racing pedigree, and see how a leather dynasty is producing satchels that are sent around the world.

Made in Britain Wednesday, 8pm 27th November ITV4

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Kung Fu Panda: Paws of DestinyMonday-Thursday, 4.30pm25th-28th NovemberCITV

Po the Dragon Master takes on his biggest challenge yet a Kung Fu teacher to a group of unruly kids. Tune in for a batch of exciting adventures across the week.

Four pandas absorb the mystical Hero Chi of the Four Constellation, before seeking the Dragon Master as their teacher. Mei Mei recruits Po and the students to perform in her new show. Jindiao comes to the village and challenges the students to a duel.

Another round of exciting bite-sized TV to start your morning with a blast of excitement and fun, featuring CITV’s most popular current and original kids shows.

Fizz bumps into Mr Magoo in the sewers and discovers what he thinks is the jungle. Mr Bean accidentally spills all of Mrs Wicket’s posh new perfume on the floor. Dave Spud takes up treasure hunting, and Danny uses dino-mech armour in Jurassic World.

Scrambled!Saturday, 7.30am23rd NovemberCITV

The Hub Top 10


01 | Ant & Dec’s DNA Journey Broadcast - 10th & 11th November. Ant and Dec take a very personal journey, uncovering their family histories using a combination of DNA and genealogy.

02 | Back To Mine Broadcast - 10th November. Former professional footballer Cal pays a visit to three North West ladies’ homes and picks just one of them to take out on a date.

03 | Nadia’s Family Feasts Broadcast - 10th November. Nadia Sawalha joins forces with Mandy Yin to cook a tasty Malaysian feast for the whole family.

04 | Coronation StreetBroadcast - 8th November. Ali confronts Gary with evidence of his money-lending. Robert intervenes to scupper Amy and Tyler’s friendship. 05 | Emmerdale Broadcast - 8th November. Charity finds herself with some serious explaining to do. Kerry feels completely broken, while Vanessa finds reasons to hope again.

06 | Beautiful Baking with Juliet Sear Broadcast - 10th November. Juliet Sear creates a beautiful multi-coloured piñata cake, a cheesy risotto cake and a delightful vegetable tart.

07 | The Jonathan Ross Show Broadcast - 9th November. Jonathan is joined by The X Factor: Celebrity judges Nicole Scherzinger and Louis Walsh, as well as comedian Tom Allen.

08 | Take Me Out Broadcast - 9th November. This time the love lift delivers mountain biker Tom, plus-sized model and author Peter, Royal Marine Joel and songwriter Caolan.

09 | Lethal Weapon Broadcast - 8th November. In the season finale, Murtaugh questions his loyalty to his own partner when he discovers that Cole is being investigated by the FBI.

10 | The X Factor: Celebrity Broadcast - 2nd November. The live shows continue, with the famous faces all trying to keep their hopes of winning a recording contract alive.

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