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Sanditon Sunday, 9pm

Lavish new period drama based on Jane Austin’s final

novel, following the romantic lives of the residents of an

idyllic English fishing village.

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Weekly highlights


Host Jeremy Clarkson returns with another series of the ever-popular quiz show in which six contestants get the once-in-a-lifetime chance to win one million pounds.

Fifteen questions stand in the way of a massive windfall for the first batch of players in the new series, and they have four precious lifelines to help them – Phone a Friend, 50:50, Ask the Audience and Ask the Host. Can any of them go all the way?

Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?Saturday, 9.10pm Sunday, 8pm 24th & 25th AugustITV

Lavish new period drama based on Jane Austin’s final novel - written only months before her death in 1817 - set in the idyllic and sleepy seaside village of Sanditon.

Joyful Charlotte Heywood is a woman out of place in 19th century society. Hoping to build a life for herself away from judgemental eyes, she moves to the fishing village of Sanditon to start a holiday resort, where she meets the charming Sidney Parker.

SanditonSunday, 9pm 25th AugustITV

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Detective Chief Inspector John Barnaby takes on a brand new case when another shocking demise in the community of Midsomer begins to look a lot like foul play.

The death of a well-liked man at the local rugby club sends shockwaves through the county, and Barnaby soon finds himself reliving his sporting glory days when he goes to investigate. Surrounded by memories of the past, can he find the key to the crime?

Midsomer MurdersMonday, 8.30pm 26th AugustITV

Dr Ranj Singh and Sian Williams investigate some the latest health fads taking the UK by storm, to find out what works and what isn’t worth wasting your money on.

IT manager Jas tests out the latest version of a well-known diet plan specially for the show, while a former guest from 2017 drops in to reveal if he managed to keep up with the weight loss. Dietician Linia Patel looks at the benefits of low-fat cheddar.

Save Money: Good HealthTuesday, 7.30pm 27th AugustITV

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Alan Titchmarsh and his team of gardening experts return, sharing inspirational ideas as they transform the outdoor spaces of the nation’s most deserving people.

Alan heads to Hucknall to meet fellow landscape gardener Daniel Bradbury. At 32, he’s one of the youngest people in the UK to have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. He’s unable to build the garden he wants for his family, so Alan and the team step up.

Love Your GardenTuesday, 8pm 27th AugustITV

Access all areas in one of the nation’s most unusual and interesting prisons, the Isle of Man Prison, where men, women and juvenile inmates are all held together.

George Store reveals why Kinder Eggs are banned from the prison - they are used as a creative tool to smuggle contraband in and out. Head of Security Margo goes on the hunt for mobile phones being stored in a very sensitive part of prisoner anatomy.

The Best Little Prison in Britain?Wednesday, 8pm 28th AugustITV

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Anna Friel, Sinead Keenan and Rosalind Eleazar star in this six-part drama, set in the Lake District, adapted from the Windermere series of novels by Paula Daly.

Lisa and Joe tackle a crisis at the kennels together. Assuming she has Joe’s support, Lisa begins to hope for a life away from her problems. Roz uses Scott’s money to pay off some debts and things return to normal, until Winston makes a shock gesture.

Deep WaterWednesday, 9pm 28th AugustITV

The investigative team from Tonight are back with another in-depth look at one of the most pressing issues impacting the day-to-day lives of people across the UK.

This episode looks into the impending housing crisis and asks if improved provision of accommodation for the ageing population could free up thousands of family homes across the UK. But is it ever fair to insist that older people leave their homes?

Housing Crisis: What Next for the Elderly? TonightThursday, 7.30pm 29th AugustITV

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Intense documentary following the work of mountain rescue and coast guard teams across the UK and Ireland in some of the most dramatic situations possible.

In the Galtee Mountains of Tipperary, rescue dog Ziggy is searching for an injured walker. The South East Search and Rescue Association are out in force, and it’s not long till they’re found. However, getting them down off the mountain will be trickier.

Rescue: River Deep, Mountain HighFriday, 8pm 30th AugustITV

The action-packed comedy-drama continues with an explosive new case for detectives Cole and Murtaugh, based on the cult 80s film series of the same name.

Cole is forced to face up to his past mistakes when his old mentor Tom Barnes delivers some shocking news, and Cole struggles to cope with the emotional fallout as he and Murtaugh investigate the robbery of a large number of safe deposit boxes.

Lethal WeaponFriday, 9pm 30th AugustITV

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Captain America: The First AvengerMonday, 6.35pm 26th AugustITV2

Fast-paced action adventure for the whole family as the origin story for Captain American is played out over an explosive and pulpy reimagining of World War II.

Diminutive Steve Rogers wants to do his bit for the US war effort, but his stature sees him rejected from all forms of military service. Distraught, Steve accepts a place on a secret super-soldier programme to create the ultimate hero: Captain America.

Action-comedy with Melissa McCarthy and Jason Bateman as cat-and-mouse duo Diana Budgie and Sandy Patterson vying to control Sandy’s identity and finances.

Florida retail queen Diana lives the high life thanks to Sandy, who’s financial information she stole. When Sandy is arrested for his rising debts, he makes a pact with the police to track down and apprehend the real criminal, or face prison time.

Identity ThiefFriday, 9pm 30th AugustITV2

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Gemma Collins: Diva ForeverWednesday, 9pm 28th AugustITVBe

Tounge-in-cheek documentary following the continuing adventures of reality TV star Gemma Collins as she seeks to build up her brand both in the UK and the USA.

Gemma arrives in LA and spends the day touring the city with her friend Jonathan Cheban in his Rolls Royce, taking in the sights and meeting some of the city’s best-connected residents. It’s not long before Gemma and Jonathan fall out, however.

Vanderpump RulesThursday, 9pm 29th AugustITVBe

Follow all the OTT gossip and drama at Lisa Vanderpump’s restaurant Sur as The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star juggles family life and her hectic business.

Lisa is thrilled when she receives a huge round of investment from Schwartz and Sandoval and immediately starts making some big plans. Plus, Lisa reveals shocking information to the whole family, while Jax and James form an unlikely friendship.

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EndeavourSaturday, 9pm 24th AugustITV3

Catch up with the early adventures of Oxford’s best detective as a younger Endeavour Morse tackles some of the city’s most perplexing and violent crimes.

Throwing himself into his work to try and mask the heartache of Joan Thursday leaving, Endeavour is consumed by his duties when one of the research team developing the so-called thinking machine is found drowned near Magdalen Bridge.

Another chance to enjoy the gentle comedy-drama starring Martin Clunes as the gruff but lovable and hardworking local doctor of an idyllic Cornish fishing village.

Over two episodes, Martin considers leaving Portwenn after he meets an old flame who is now a top doctor. But when Lousia returns with some big news, he reconsiders. Then, a fight between Martin and Louisa leads to a shocking discovery.

Doc MartinMonday, 8pm & 9pm 26th AugustITV3

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Cycling: La Vuelta a Espana HighlightsSaturday, 10pmSunday - Friday, 7pm 24th - 30th AugustITV4

Tune in all week for exciting daily highlights from the prestigious La Vuelta a Espana cycling race taking place across the wild and beautiful landscapes of Spain.

It’s the third Grand Tour of the cycling season, and this year’s Vuelta a Espana will include a wave of all-new climbs, as well as five new uphill finishes, to test the mettle of the world’s best riders. Who has what it takes to rise to the challenge?

Full highlights of The Target Sports Stars Fishing Championship, a one-day event in Hampshire bringing together a host of stars to raise money for Parkinson’s UK.

Former England keeper David Seaman, boxing legend George Groves and former footballer Jimmy Bullard are among the roster of sporting celebs taking part, with all 32 participants competing in over four hours of fishing in eight teams of four.

Sports Stars Fishing ChampionshipFriday, 8pm 30th AugustITV4

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Ninjago: HuntedMonday - Friday, 7am & 7.24am 26th - 30th AugustCITV

Several thrilling adventures with the Ninjago ninja warriors over the course of the week, as they battle against the evil forces of the powerful Emperor Garmadon.

The Emperor manages to take over Ninjago City, forcing Lloyd to retreat to the shadows. Cole and Wu try to free their friends from Dragon Hunters. Mystake is unmasked by Lloyd, revealing her identity, and the team takes on evil one last time.

A weekend of animated adventure with the Marvel Comics superhero team, taking on world-threatening disasters and stopping power-crazed villains in their tracks!

The Beyonder assembles a special team of super-powered villains to capture both Iron Man and Captain America in one fell swoop, and the rest of the Avengers gather to defeat him and his army of followers, including Ares and a gaggle of Ghost Riders.

Marvel’s Avengers: Secret WarsSaturday & Sunday, 7.30am 24th & 25th AugustCITV

The Hub Top 10


01 | Deep Water Broadcast - 14th August. Lisa is delighted when Kate invites her to dinner, but the evening takes an unexpected turn when she meets Kate’s charming brother-in-law.

02 | The Best Little Prison in Britain? Broadcast - 14th August. George Stores has a challenge; a female inmate has asked him to buy a very specific pair of fashionable jeans.

03 | Tipping Point: Lucky Stars Broadcast - 11th August. Can Lydia Bright, Joel Dommett or Sarah Haland beat the odds and win big for charity?

04 | Coronation StreetBroadcast - 14th August. Robert’s stressful double life gains a further complication. Asha continues keeping difficult secrets from an oblivious Dev.

05 | Emmerdale Broadcast - 14th August. Sam and Lydia have some very exciting news to share. Amy is thrilled to be given another chance. Marlon hopes he can make amends.

06 | Yorkshire Airport Broadcast - 13th August. It’s a big day for Michael, who will be manoeuvring a 35-tonne plane into the correct position for take off for the first time.

07 | Save Money: Good Health Broadcast - 13th August. Sian Williams reviews the latest health products on the shelves, from cannabis oil to wearable tech to reduce stress levels.

08 | Long Lost Family: What Happened Next? Broadcast -12th August. Stories of relatives brought together after years apart, including the siblings reunited after 68 years.

09 | Ainsley’s Caaribbean Kitchen Broadcast - 12th August. Ainsley’s Caribbean adventure continues on Grenada, where he learns about the delicious national dish of Oil Down.

10 | The Comedy Years Broadcast - 11th August. Featuring 1998, an era of New Labour and some ground-breaking comedy, including The Royle Family and Goodness Gracious Me.

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