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Week 15/16: Sat 11th - Friday 17th April 2020

Britain’s Got Talent Saturday, 8pm

The UK’s biggest and best talent competition returns to our screens.

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Weekly highlights


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’s champion Colin Thackery?

Britain’s Got Talent is back for a 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 11th AprilITV

Jeremy Clarkson is back on his famous stool - providing three famous faces with the opportunity to win up to £1million for charity. Are they up to the task?

The host welcomes TV host Richard Osman, singer Charlotte Church and former England football star John Barnes, but have any of them got what it takes to win the biggest prize available? As ever, they’ll have four lifelines to help them on their way.

Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Celebrity Special Sunday, 7pm 12th 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.

Gabriel and Aisha are thrown together in a Diwali clinic, offering them the opportunity to bond over their past. Elsewhere, amid the chaos of the celebration, Lydia tries to help a runaway teenager, and Jyoti discharges herself, but is she leaving too soon?

The Good Karma Hospital Sunday, 8pm 12th AprilITV

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

Oliver visits Charles’ mill in an attempt to discredit the businessman and gathers some devastating ammunition. Meanwhile, John’s entire future is jeopardised due to a revelation about Charles’ past, and he works hard to keep the information hidden.

Belgravia Sunday, 9pm 12th AprilITV

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Matthew Macfadyen, Sian Clifford, Mark Bonnar and Chris Tarrant head the cast of this three-part drama series looking at an unforgettable chapter in UK quiz history.

TV producer Paul Smith puts everything on the line to bring Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? to British screens. Unsuspecting Major Charles Ingram takes his spot in the hotseat and goes for the million-pound prize, but is everything really as it seems?

Quiz Monday-Wednesday, 9pm 13th-15th AprilITV

Julie Etchingham tells the story of a young British woman on holiday in Cyprus who told police she had been gang-raped but was prosecuted for making it up.

In this special documentary, the teenager gives her first TV interview, and the host meets her mother, friends and the holidaymaker who stumbled upon her after her ordeal. With new footage, the programme asks if the case was a miscarriage of justice.

Believe Me: The Cyprus Rape Case Tuesday, 10.45pm 14th AprilITV

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Brenda Blethyn and Jimmy Akingbola head the cast of this six-part sitcom about a cafe owner in a seaside town and an asylum-seeking African doctor.

Kate is annoyed when her flashy ex-husband Dennis arrives in town with his much younger wife, and she enlists Koji to pretend to be her partner. Councillor Bone isn’t convinced their relationship is all it seems, leading to an old-fashioned showdown.

Kate & Koji Wednesday, 8pm 15th AprilITV

The journalist continues his political magazine in his Wednesday evening slot, giving viewers a fresh perspective on the ongoing issues affecting the planet.

The host keeps us up-to-date with the latest news and views from around the world concerning the Coronavirus crisis, as well as talking to people in the UK about how we are faring, and what we can expect in the coming days, weeks and potentially months.

Peston Wednesday, 10.50pm 15th 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 16th AprilITV

Gordon Ramsay, Gino D’Acampo and Fred Sirieix hit the road again. This time the trio are heading to the USA and Mexico - where adventures galore await.

The trio head to San Francisco and the Napa Valley. Gordon is excited about San Fran’s 61 Michelin stars, while Gino enjoys some cannabis-infused food, the city’s newest food trend. The three then travel to a vineyard in Napa Valley in a hot air balloon.

Gordon, Gino and Fred: American Road Trip Thursday, 9pm 16th AprilITV

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The Only Way is EssexSunday & Wednesday, 10pmITV2

The Only Way is EssexSunday & Wednesday, 10pmITV2


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Family Guy Monday, 9pm13th AprilITV2

Season 18 of the most crude and hilarious cartoon on TV continues, and Stewie from the distant future is getting ready for retirement when an old friend visits.

An old Stewie is getting ready to retire in luxury after a lifetime as an evil genius has left him rich beyond his wildest dreams. However, Brian turns up after years of not speaking to him, and tells him that Peter is dying and wants to see him one last time.

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 team captains Holly Willoughby and Mel B this week are pop star Anne-Marie, RuPaul’s Drag Race UK stars The Vivienne and Cheryl Hole, reality star Joey Essex, singer Fleur East and entertainer John Barrowman. Who will come out on top?

Celebrity JuiceThursday, 10pm16th 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 Atlanta Sunday, 10pm 12th AprilITVBe

The glamorous reality show following affluent, ambitious women of Atlanta as they organise careers, motherhood and busy social calendars returns for season 11.

It’s a fresh start for the ladies, and Cynthia and Porsha have fallen hard for their new men. Eva has a new ring and a baby, NeNe prepares to fight alongside Gregg as he prepares for his battle with cancer, and Porsha rallies the ladies for a trip to Miami.

Ferne McCann: First Time Mum Wednesday, 9pm 15th AprilITVBe

Ferne and Sunday return for a new series and a new chapter in their lives. Sunday’s hit the terrible twos, but as Ferne approaches 30 has she finally found love?

Ferne is determined to make her new long-distance relationship work, but her close friends have to live with her talking about it on a daily basis. She also has a BAFTA’s fitting and can’t resist trying on wedding dresses in case her man pops the question.

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Midsomer MurdersSaturday, 9pmITV3

Midsomer MurdersSaturday, 9pmITV3


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Carry On Up the KhyberSunday, 3.05pm12th AprilITV3

Have a laugh with a Sunday afternoon comedy classic starring legendary Carry On stars Sid James, Kenneth Williams, Joan Sims, Charles Hawtrey and Terry Scott.

India, 1895, and the British colonials still rule. The people of India are ready to revolt, prevented from acting only through fear of Britain’s famous ‘Devils in Skirts’, the Scottish regiment protecting the Khyber pass. How long can they hold on to power?

Two-part documentary celebrating the life and work of Morecambe and Wise, the biggest and best-loved TV comedy double act that Britain has ever known.

Although it’s been years since they first faced an audience together, this gentle documentary tells the story of Eric and Ernie from beginning to end through some classic footage, revealing self-made home movies, and previously unseen photos.

Morecambe and Wise ForeverSunday, 8pm & 9pm12th AprilITV3

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British Touring Car ChampionshipSunday, 10.30amITV4

British Touring Car ChampionshipSunday, 10.30amITV4


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Live and Let DieSaturday, 5.35pm 11th AprilITV4

Classic Bond movie from 1973 starring Roger Moore and Jane Seymour. James Bond goes up against one of his toughest opponents yet in heroin magnate Mr Big.

Three MI6 agents are killed whilst investigating the activities of Dr Kananga, the prime minister of the island of San Monique. James Bond is sent out to New York City to investigate, and is soon perusing a Harlem crime kingpin with a terrifying reputation.

Reality drama on the high seas with six Australian lobster boat captains risking everything to catch the prized seafood delicacy over the winter hunting season.

The winter season is entering its final weeks and the price of lobsters is skyrocketing It’s dog eat dog in the Southern Ocean. The Triton is out hunting for some big reds near Low Rocky Point, but octopus are out in force and preying on rock lobster as well.

Giant Lobster HuntersMonday, 9pm13th AprilITV4

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Thunderbirds Are GoSaturday, 8.30amCITV

Thunderbirds Are GoSaturday, 8.30amCITV


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RobozunaSaturday, 8.30am11th 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.

While Ariston puts his life at risk for a map of the Extractor Probes’ secret locations, Livia and Mangle manage to recruit some more important allies in their struggle against Danuvia and Corvus. But is it enough to turn the tide of the fight for good?

Ben Tennyson uses the Omnitrix, a mysterious alien device with the power to transform the wearer into different alien creatures, to be the hero the world needs.

First, the gang visit a samurai museum where Ben is excited to see some super cool old samurai gear. Can he make it through the calligraphy exhibit? Then, while still in Japan, Ben helps hero-gone-wrong Tim Buktu to save Tokyo from a giant dragon.

Ben 10Saturday & Sunday, 8.15am11th & 12th AprilCITV

The Hub Top 10


The Hub Top 10


01 | The Trouble with Maggie Cole Broadcast - 1st April. The previous night’s revelations have devastated Maggie and in desperate need of some time alone, she heads to the local pub.

02 | Kate & Koji Broadcast - 1st April. Despite Kate being sued after a shocking accident in the cafe, she refuses to accept responsibility and Koji is very reluctant to get involved.

03 | The Good Karma Hospital Broadcast - 29h March. Gabriel and Aisha get closer as they work on an important surgery together.

04 | Coronation Street Broadcast - 1st April. Alya tackles Geoff about his ongoing lies. David flees from a gang of muggers. Ken demands a copy of the Stillwaters rule book from Charles.

05 | Emmerdale Broadcast - 1st April. Rhona and Moira take the leap and go into business together. Will is forced to pick a side against his better judgement. Alan and Priya kiss.

06 | Liar Broadcast - 30th March. A vital piece of evidence comes to light. Laura, blindsided, seeks to discover its origin, and with Katy and Liam’s help, she’s led to a startling new suspect.

07 | St David’s: Britain’s Smallest City Broadcast - 30th March. A plane makes an emergency landing on Whitesands beach. The National Trust wardens try to gather up wild ponies.

08 | Belgravia Broadcast - 29th March. Anne and James are at odds following the Brockenhurst’s soiree. James is worried people will soon guess at Charles Pope’s heritage.

09 | The Martin Lewis Money Show - A Coronavirus Special Martin Lewis and guests take questions on how coronavirus could affect not just health - but also our family finances.

10 | Ainsley’s Mediterranean Cookbook Broadcast - 29th March. Ainsley is exploring Corsica, and his travels have brought him to the medieval fortress town of Bonifacio.

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