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Britain’s Brightest Celebrity Family Thursday, 8pm

Anne Hegerty hosts a new celebrity version

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The UK’s biggest and favourite talent show continues, hosted as ever by Ant and 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 have Golden Buzzers to send acts to the semi finals.

Britain’s Got Talent Saturday, 8pm 23rd MayITV

Sinead Keenan, Brian F O’Byrne and Stephen Graham head the cast of this drama telling the story of the 2007 murder of 11-year-old Rhys Jones in Liverpool.

Detective Superintendent Dave Kelly is tasked with bringing a teenage killer to justice when 11-year-old Rhys Jones is shot dead when walking home from football practise, and while he knows who did it, finding evidence to charge him proves difficult.

Little Boy Blue Sunday, 9.15pmMonday-Wednesday, 9pm 24th-27th MayITV

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As a nation we need gardens more than ever in a changing world. Who better to guide us through growing what we need than gardening legend Alan Titchmarsh?

Filmed in isolation by his wife, Alison, Alan shares his favourite tips and hints for growing fruit and vegetables at home. Some of his Love Your Garden team mates are also taking part, each creating a very different garden at their own homes.

Grow Your Own at Home with Alan Titchmarsh Monday, 8.30pm 25th MayITV

The showbiz Thomas brothers - Ryan from Corrie, Adam from Emmerdale and Scott from Love Island - travel across India with dad Dougie to learn of their roots.

Adam has the opportunity to try an ancient sport when he and Scott get a taste of the Indian sporting festival ParkLife. Meanwhile, Ryan and Dougie make a shock discovery about Dougie’s grandma, and the lads join the country’s biggest party for Diwali.

Absolutely India: Mancs in Mumbai Wednesday, 8pm 27th MayITV

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The Governess, aka Anne Hegerty, is back with more brainteasers, but this time she’s pitting famous faces against each other to find the country’s brightest family.

Filmed before the lockdown began, this opening episode is a battle of British soaps as Coronation Street’s Lucy Fallon - aka Bethany Platt - takes on EastEnders favourite Shaun Williamson - better known as Barry Evans. Who will progress to round two?

Britain’s Brightest Celebrity Family Thursday, 8pm 28th MayITV

The actor’s series, which looks back at some of his most exciting journeys around the globe - featuring the people and animals he met en route - returns.

As we rejoin the host, he’s looking at animal exploitation. Martin learns about silk production in Thailand and a turtle sanctuary offering hope for manta rays in Sri Lanka. Plus, he visits Australia’s Friday Island to learn about the art of growing pearls.

Martin Clunes: My Travels and Other Animals Thursday, 8.30pm 28th MayITV

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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, 9pm American Dad!Monday, 9.30pm25th May ITV2

An evening of fun with a double bill of new episodes of animations from the mind of Seth MacFarlane, starting with Family Guy and following up with American Dad!

First, the Griffins find themselves stuck in a hotel room due to a massive storm, and pass the time by reimagining three stories from the Bible. Then, Stan becomes obsessed with a television show from the 1960s after buying an old television.

Gargantuan action-adventure starring Tom Hiddleston, Brie Larson and Samuel L Jackson as adventurers looking for a mysterious creature on a dangerous island.

The Vietnam War has come to an end, and American forces are heading home. But on the way, one small team of soldiers and explorers stop at a mysterious island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean and find ancient dangers and wonders awaiting them.

Kong: Skull Island Monday, 6.40pm 25th May ITV2

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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 CheshireMonday, 9pm 25th MayITVBe

The ladies of the glamorous Golden Triangle in Cheshire are back for more new episodes of drama, love and laughter, as the Athens holiday turns chaotic.

Dawn arrives in Athens, and the housewives brace for trouble as her argument with Tanya resumes. Lauren continues her lovestruck pursuit of a Greek Adonis, while Hanna and Nicole discover the joys of motherhood while taking care of some sheep.

Dinner DateWednesday, 8pm 27th MayITVBe

A brand new episode of the show that gives one lucky person the chance to find true love over three meals cooked by three different blind dates in their own home.

This time around, Rebecca is in the love seat, and she gets to choose three menus from five dates to cook her a fancy three-course meal. But which of her chosen three will wow her with their culinary skills and win her over for another course?

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Midsomer MurdersSaturday, 9pmITV3

Midsomer MurdersSaturday, 9pmITV3


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ITV3 Most Wanted: A Touch of Frost Saturday, 7pm23rd MayITV3

Viewers’ choice of three episodes of the ever-popular crime drama starring David Jason as the unconventional DI Jack Frost, based on the novels by RD Wingfield.

Frost is a sensitive detective popular with colleagues and criminals alike, but his reckless approach to his work leaves him at odds with his superiors. However, a difficult past and battles with survivor’s guilt push him to always catch the right man.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy a week with the residents and staff of Downton Abbey, the beautiful Yorkshire country estate of the troubled aristocratic Crawley family.

Matthew and Mary’s relationship takes a turn, the family is astonished when Lady Cora Crawley finds she is pregnant, the Great War turns life at Downton upside down, Carson struggles to keep things up to standard, and Matthew brings a general to visit.

Downton AbbeyMonday, 7pmTuesday & Wednesday, 6.40pmThursday & Friday, 6.50pm25th-29th MayITV3

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British Touring Car ChampionshipSunday, 10.30amITV4

British Touring Car ChampionshipSunday, 10.30amITV4


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Euro ’96 RelivedSaturday & Friday, 6.40pmThursday, 6.50pm23rd, 28th & 29th MayITV4

A chance to relive the highs and lows of the entire Euro ‘96 football tournament, including all of England’s emotionally charged matches in front of a home crowd.

First, Spain play England in the quarter-finals, with England looking to win their first knock-out tie since Italia 90. Then, it’s England v Germany in the semi final at Wembley, before we’re treated to the final in all its glory. Who took home the trophy?

A new series of drama on the seas as five Australian lobster boat captains risk everything to catch the prized seafood delicacy over the winter hunting season.

Skipper Pete, AKA the Mad Genius, has two secret weapons for the new fishing season: a new 3D computer plotter, which maps the ocean floor and shows him where to drop his lobster pots, and a new deckhand. But will it be enough to bring in some big hauls?

Giant Lobster HuntersMonday, 9pm25th MayITV4

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Thunderbirds Are GoSaturday, 8.30amCITV

Thunderbirds Are GoSaturday, 8.30amCITV


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Pokemon Sun & Moon: Ultra LegendsSaturday, 11.25am23rd MayCITV

Join Ash, Pikachu and friends as they train to become the best pokemon masters they can be, meeting all kinds of other trainers and their pokemon along the way.

As their holiday approaches, our heroes’ plans move closer to becoming reality. Kiawe has decided to help Olivia with her kahuna duties, while Lana, Mallow and Sophocles work toward their own goals. Meanwhile, Ash embarks on a new adventure of his own.

A whole week of back-to-back episodes of your favourite shows and cartoons, with each day dedicated to showing as much of one show as we can fit in.

Have fun on Monday with Mighty Mike the pug. Tuesday is dedicated to everyone’s favourite goofball Mr Bean, Wednesday sees Scooby Doo unravelling mysteries, Thursday is Mr Magoo’s day, and Friday we get adventurous with some LEGO friends.

Weekday StacksMonday-Friday, from 6am25th-29th MayCITV

The Hub Top 10


The Hub Top 10


01 | Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Broadcast - 13th May. Host Jeremy Clarkson offers six new contestants the chance to sit in the hot seat. Who will conquer the world’s biggest quiz?

02 | Paul O’Grady: For the Love of Dogs Broadcast - 13th May. Paul O’Grady helps to rehabilitate a sweet-natured mastiff cross called Maisie who has just had surgery on her elbow.

03 | Absolutely India: Mancs in Mumbai Broadcast - 13th May. The brothers are on the trail of a very special cousin living in Mumbai.

04 | Coronation Street Broadcast - 13th May. David encounters some drug dealers on a rough estate. Steve and Leanne seek help for Oliver’s ongoing symptoms from the doctor.

05 | Emmerdale Broadcast - 13th May. Charity snaps when circumstances spiral out of control. Laurel’s lost for words as things comes to a head. Will apologises to Harriet.

06 | How To Keep Your Dog Happy at Home Broadcast - 12th May. A look at ways to keep our dogs mentally stimulated and their brains active to help keep boredom at bay.

07 | The Village Broadcast - 12th May. The return of the summer brings hordes of tourists into the village, and seasonal weddings are coming in non-stop for local wedding planner Delyth.

08 | Coronavirus: Q&A Broadcast - 11th May. Nina Hossain presents, putting viewers’ coronavirus questions and concerns on a range of issues to a diverse panel of experts.

09 | Van der Valk Broadcast - 10th May. The brutal murder of a young fashion vlogger is streamed on his own live stream, drawing Van der Valk into the glitzy world of high fashion.

10 | John and Lisa’s Weekend Kitchen Broadcast - 10th May. There’s a Mexican vibe this episode with Lisa’s slow-cooked steak chilli, as well as John’s delicious salsa and guacamole.

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