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Week 16/17: Sat 18th - Friday 24th April 2020

A Mother’s Son Monday & Tuesday, 9pm

Hermione Norris and Martin Clunes head the cast of this two-part drama.

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Stephen Mulhern’s game show, which began life as part of Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway, continues, with the host travelling the country giving away cash.

Stephen travels around the UK, armed with an array of quirky quizzes, cheeky challenges and glorious games. Unsuspecting members of the public - this time in Swansea - have the chance to win anything from a tank of petrol to £1,000.

In For a Penny Saturday, 7.30pm 18th AprilITV

The UK’s biggest and favourite talent show returns to our screens, hosted as ever by Ant & Dec. Who will follow in the footsteps of 2019 champion Colin Thackery?

Britain’s Got Talent continues its 14th series, with David Walliams, Alesha Dixon, Simon Cowell and Amanda Holden returning to their seats behind the famous desk. As ever, the judges and the hosts all have a Golden Buzzer to send an act to the semi finals.

Britain’s Got Talent. Saturday, 8pm 18th AprilITV

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Amrita Acharia, Amanda Redman, James Krishna Floyd and Neil Morrissey are among the cast of the third series of the India-set medical drama.

In the last of the series, a life-and-death crisis hits the team’s own ranks, and Gabriel is forced to face his true feelings. Elsewhere, Lydia must go to a difficult personal place to help Jyoti get better, and Ted seeks closure as he prepares to leave India.

The Good Karma Hospital Sunday, 8pm 19th AprilITV

Julian Fellowes adapts his best-selling novel for the screen, featuring an all-star cast including Tamsin Greig, Philip Glenister, Alice Eve and Tara Fitzgerald.

James travels to Manchester to investigate the allegations levied against Charles, Lady Templemore employs her son Reggie to enforce her will upon Lady Maria, and Susan is on the brink of losing everything after her secret is outed. Can she salvage everything?.

Belgravia Sunday, 9pm 19th AprilITV

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Another chance to see this tense, two-part crime drama, starring Hermione Norris and Martin Clunes, about a shocking murder in a quiet coastal town.

The story follows the newly merged families of Rosie and her husband Ben. However, Rosie finds a pair of trainers stained with what looks like blood – and with Ben’s sons both acting suspiciously, could someone in the family really be involved in murder?

A Mother’s Son Monday & Tuesday, 9pm 20th & 21st AprilITV

A special film documenting how a selection of the British public are dealing with life in lockdown, featuring clips and stories filmed in people’s homes.

The clips feature the everyday courage, kindness, anxiety and humour that British people are showing as we make our way through unprecedented times - from shopkeepers to those home-schooling, and cleaners to teachers and care workers.

A Very British Lockdown: Diaries from the Frontline Tuesday, 8pm 21st AprilITV

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Brenda Blethyn and Jimmy Akingbola star in the final episode of the sitcom about a cafe owner and an asylum-seeking African doctor in a seaside town.

Kate is being sued again - this time by Councillor Bone. Things don’t get any easier when Koji reveals what he actually things about Medium... However, with Koji being investigated for working illegally, things must come to a head sooner rather than later.

Kate & Koji Wednesday, 8pm 22nd AprilITV

Documentary, using testimony from the people who know the Queen best, explaining how she transformed from a shy princess into a legendary monarch.

Using rarely seen footage, the film reveals Princess Elizabeth’s extraordinary teenage life; from broadcasting to the children of the Empire, to putting on pantomimes for the war effort at Windsor Castle, and experiencing the terror of the V-1 bomb.

Our Queen at War Wednesday, 9pm 22nd AprilITV

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The third part of a new series, filmed over two years, with unprecedented access to the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, putting cameras in driving test cars.

Shaunna hopes that it will be 13th-time lucky, and she has a secret weapon to pass this time. Plus, 17-year-old boy racer Callum is convinced he is ready, but his mum isn’t as sure, and grandma Wendy’s nerves get the better of her as she gets behind the wheel.

Secrets of the Driving Test Thursday, 8.30pm 23rd AprilITV

Gordon Ramsay, Gino D’Acampo and Fred Sirieix complete their trip around the USA and Mexico - where they get up to more shenanigans and adventures await.

As the boys reach the end of their journey, they head along the highway to Texas. It’s a meat lover’s paradise, and they’ve got BBQ on the mind. There is skinny dipping, fishing, cowboy dancing and drinking galore as they have the time of their lives.

Gordon, Gino and Fred: American Road Trip Thursday, 9pm 23rd AprilITV

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The Only Way is EssexSunday & Wednesday, 10pmITV2

The Only Way is EssexSunday & Wednesday, 10pmITV2


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Home Alone with Joel Dommett Sunday, 10pm19th AprilITV2

These are strange times, and entertainment is more important than ever. Here, Joel Dommett broadcasts from his home, keeping us entertained during lockdown.

Joel provides a hilarious window into his home life and a celebration of the uplifting, fun and ridiculous things Britain is getting up to to pass the time. Plus, there are celebrity call-ins, comedy interviews and games with some isolated viewers.

The outrageous and inimitable Keith Lemon continues the new series of Celebrity Juice, featuring some special guests old and new and some wacky challenges.

Joining guest captain Howard Donald and regular Mel B this week are comedian Johnny Vegas, Pussycat Dolls Kimberly Wyatt and Ashley Roberts, reality star Joey Essex and singers-turned-West End stars Kimberley Walsh and Jay McGuinness.

Celebrity JuiceThursday, 10pm23rd AprilITV2

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Chris & Kem: Straight Outta Love Island Sunday & Monday, 9pmITVBe

Chris & Kem: Straight Outta Love Island Sunday & Monday, 9pmITVBe


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The Real Housewives of Cheshire Monday, 9pm 20th AprilITVBe

The ladies of the glamorous Golden Triangle in Cheshire are back for a brand new series of drama, love and laughter, and Lauren Simon is hoping for a new start.

Lauren Simon wants to reinvent herself as a butterfly and throw a party to celebrate. Dawn and Hanna’s relationship is on a collision course, while Tanya is ready to welcome a new family member, and Ester readies herself to leave Warford Hall.

Celebrity Dinner DateWednesday, 8pm 22nd AprilITVBe

A special celebrity edition of the culinary dating show, in which one lucky diner chooses three blind dates from a selection of menus prepared by potential beaus.

TOWIE star and makeup artist Demi Sims makes her dinner date selection and enjoys three meals prepared by romantic hopefuls looking to win her heart. But will any of them have the culinary prowess and the know how to secure a second date?

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Midsomer MurdersSaturday, 9pmITV3

Midsomer MurdersSaturday, 9pmITV3


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Agatha Christie’s MarpleSaturday, 7pm18th AprilITV3

The public have been voting for their favourite episode of the crime drama for ITV3’s Most Wanted episode of Agatha Christie’s Marple. Which episode will it be?

With a huge number of cases to choose from, viewers are spoilt for choice when it comes to selecting their favourite episode. There are sure to be twists and turns galore over the course of the episode, but which case is Marple trying to crack?

Over two hour-long shows, family and friends tell the story of the great British comedian Les Dawson, featuring previously unseen footage and personal photos.

As the king of the one-liner, an ace piano player and a friend to mothers-in-law everywhere, this documentary charts Les Dawson’s incredible journey from the back street bars and clubs of Manchester to millions of living rooms all across the country.

Les Dawson ForeverSunday, 8pm & 9pm19th AprilITV3

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British Touring Car ChampionshipSunday, 10.30amITV4

British Touring Car ChampionshipSunday, 10.30amITV4


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Made In Britain Monday-Friday, 7pm20th-24th AprilITV4

Catch up with the first series of the documentary following the processes, design work and creativity that goes into making some of Britain’s best-loved products.

Dr Marten’s and Wagon Wheels, Tyrells Crisps and Maldon Sea Salt, seaside rock and Stilton cheese, pork pies and fishing rods, Bombay Sapphire gin and wheelie bins. These names are a part of British life, but how do they find their way to our stores?

ITV4 spends a week celebrating all things Rocky Balboa, showing five of the famous boxing films, starring Sylvester Stallone across the course of the week.

Monday night features the original Rocky film from 1976 - and there are sequels galore for the rest of the week, with Rocky II following on Tuesday night, Rocky III showing on Wednesday, Thursday being Rocky IV and Rocky V showing on Friday.

Rocky Movie SeasonMonday, 10pmTuesday-Friday, 9pm20th-24th AprilITV4

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Thunderbirds Are GoSaturday, 8.30amCITV

Thunderbirds Are GoSaturday, 8.30amCITV


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RobozunaSaturday, 8.30am18th AprilCITV

Animated sci-fi action following orphaned tech genius Ariston and his homemade robot friend Mangle as they fight to liberate their homeland from evil.

As the citizens of Latium go hungry, Ariston and the Freebot Fighters must find a way to get vital food supplies past Vermis and his Centurion checkpoints to those most desperately in need. Can they break the siege before the whole city begins to starve?

Mike the pug has everything a dog could need: good owners, a nice home, lots of friends. But he’s in love with the dog next door and he’ll do anything to impress her.

Over the week, Mike fends off the advances of Duchess, fights raccoons with rancid breath, defends his owners’ tasty pizza, worries a fancy new security system will put him out of a job, and learns the ancient art of karate from a very wise old tortoise.

Mighty MikeMonday-Friday, 4pm20th-24th AprilCITV

The Hub Top 10


The Hub Top 10


01 | James Martin’s Islands To Highlands Broadcast - 7th April. James returns to the beautiful county of Cornwall. Joining him is Michelin-starred super-chef Galton Blackiston.

02 | Keane and Vieira: Best of Enemies Broadcast - 6th April. A fascinating study of one of football’s most infamous personality clashes between Roy Keane and Patrick Vieira.

03 | Liar Broadcast - 6th April. In a bid for freedom, Laura takes drastic action to hold Oliver to account. The truth of Andrew’s death comes out.

04 | Coronation Street Broadcast - 6th April. Geoff despairs as Yasmeen walks out. Bernie implores Chesney to keep a close eye on Gemma. Michael attends a job interview at Underworld.

05 | Emmerdale Broadcast - 6th April. Malone is still seething over Cain’s betrayal. Bob puts his match making schemes into action. Events make Paddy feel very anxious.

06 | Olivier Awards - The Greatest Moments Broadcast - 5th April. Host Jason Manford takes a look back at some of the stand out moments of the biggest night in British theatre.

07 | Belgravia Broadcast - 5th April. John appeals to members of the Trenchard’s staff for help uncovering the truth about Charles. Turton and Ellis get better at spying.

08 | The Good Karma Hospital Broadcast - 5th April. AJ returns to the hospital keen to impress, Aisha and Lydia come to blows managing Jyoti’s case and Greg discovers a secret.

09 | The Virtual Grand National Broadcast - 4th April. In the absence of a proper race, Nick Luck and experts create a virtual race, predicting who might have won.

10 | Ainsley’s Mediterranean Cookbook Broadcast - 5th April. The chef’s exploration continues on the island of Sardinia, where he visits a laid-back beach restaurant.

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