Weekly Highlights Week 42/43: Sat 17th - Friday 23rd October 2020

The Million Pound Cube Monday-Friday, 9pm presents a special, big-money run of the tense game show.

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ITV Racing: Live from Ascot Saturday, 1pm 17th October ITV

Ed Chamberlin and Francesca Cumani present coverage of Champions Day at Ascot - a busy day of the highest-quaolity racing at the world-famous racecourse.

There are five group races and one handicap on a day featuring some of the biggest stars in racing. Runs include the Long Distance Cup, the Sprint and the Fillies’ & Mares. Then, the highlights - the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes and the Champion Stakes.

The Chase Celebrity Special Saturday, 8pm 17th October ITV

Bradley Walsh hosts a special celebrity edition of the quiz show in which a group of stars take on the mighty Chasers to see if they can win some big money for charity.

Comedian Dane Baptiste, rugby referee Nigel Owens, TV presenter Anita Rani and sports broadcaster Mark Pougatch hope to win big for their chosen charities as they take on one of the country’s finest quiz brains. But do they have what it takes to win?

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The Million Pound Cube Celebrity Saturday, 9pm 17th October ITV

Phillip Schofield presents a special episode of the game show in which famous faces take on the challenges in the hopes of winning big money for charity.

Comedian take on the challenge - Jason Manford and his brother Stephen enter the Cube’s famous four walls, before and his friend, actor David Ajao, have a turn. Do they have the skill and nerve to earn huge money for their chosen causes?

The Show Saturday, 10.15pm 17rd October ITV

The host is back for a new series of his chat show, featuring some of the biggest stars on the planet dropping by for a natter and the best musical acts performing.

Joining Jonathan in this opener are comedian and actress Katherine Ryan, broadcaster Clare Balding and the stars of hotly anticipated comedy horror series Truth Seekers, and Samson Kayo. Plus, Billy Ocean performs in the studio.

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Tipping Point: Lucky Stars Sunday, 7pm 18th October ITV

Ben Shephard hosts the quiz in which three celebrities take on the extraordinary tipping point machine in the hopes of winning money for their chosen charities.

Kirsty Wark, Miles Jupp and Kerry Katona are keen to prove they’ve got what it takes to win for each of their individual causes, but do they have the brain power and skill to go toe-to-toe one of the trickiest machines in game show history?

The Singapore Grip Sunday, 9pm 18th October ITV

An epic story, set during the Second World War, focusing on a family living in Singapore at the time of the Japanese invasion - based on JG Farrell’s novel.

The British are told to fight on, despite heavy casualties. As things progress, Walter’s grip on reality begins to slip, but it’s Matthew who becomes his unlikely saviour. Later, he rushes to save Vera from Singapore, but as they’re reunited, more trouble appears.

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Inside Animal A&E Monday, 8pm 19th October ITV

The series in which we step behind the scenes into two of the UK’s busiest animal A&E departments, following the lives of the staff and patients, continues.

Debbie at the Blue Cross Hospital Grimsby takes delivery of a box of abandoned kittens. Meanwhile, vet Natasha and nurse Natalie are neutering Chihuahua pups, and ambulance driver Sonia sets off to collect a regular patient.

The Million Pound Cube Monday-Friday, 9pm 19th-23rd October ITV

Phillip Schofield is back for a new run of his game show - this time it is members of the public going inside The Cube hoping to win life-changing amounts of money.

Incredibly difficult tasks and challenges lay ahead for the contestants. If they can deal with the pressure over the course of seven increasingly tough games, they stand to win one million pounds. Do they have what it takes to go home as millionaires?

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Love Your Coastal Garden Tuesday, 8pm 20th October ITV

The series of Love Your Garden specials, in which Alan reveals the secrets to his favourite garden designs - and the twists that his team put on them, continues.

Alan looks at some memorable moments in which he and his team created some stunning spaces. Featured here are a Mediterranean garden, a Croatian coastal escape and a nautical, sea adventure family garden with a relaxing beachside adult space.

Sorry, I Didn’t Know Tuesday, 10.45pm 20th October ITV

As part of ITV’s Black History Month, Jimmy Akingbola presents this comedy panel show with a twist - filled with tongue-in-cheek humour and colourful history.

Kerry Godliman, Kojo Anim, Jimmy James Jones and Humza Arshad join team leaders Chizzy Akudolu and Judi Love to take viewers on a tour of Black British history. It’ll be educational and very funny. Sorry, I Didn’t Know is part of Black History Month on ITV.

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TheDon’t Only Hate Way the is Playaz Essex SundayTuesday, & 10pm Wednesday, 10pm ITV220th October ITV2

The anarchic hip hop comedy quiz hosted by Jordan Stephens returns for a new series. Two teams made up of stars test their hip hop knowledge for bragging rights.

Maya Jama, Katherine Ryan and MNEK go up against Lady Leshurr, Judi Love and Ms Banks as they go head to head in rap battles, dance-offs and freestyling challenges. Jordan Stephens hosts, with help from legendary DJ Shortee Blitz on the decks.

TheCelebrity Only WayJuice is Essex SundayThursday, & Wednesday,9pm 10pm ITV222nd October ITV2

Leigh Francis’s irrepressible character Keith Lemon presents a brand new series of the outrageous panel show stoking the nation’s obsession for all things celebrity.

New captains Laura Whitmore and test their showbiz knowledge in their first episode on the show, and they’re joined by teammates Will Mellor, Clara Amfo, Tom Grennan and Jimmy Carr to take on some of Keith Lemon’s mad challenges.

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ChrisThe Real & Kem: Housewives of Cheshire StraightMonday, Outta9pm Love Island Sunday19th October & Monday, 9pm ITVBe

Another round of the reality drama following our favourite group of women residing in one of the UK’s most affluent areas, the glamorous Golden Triangle of Cheshire.

As everyone reacts to the news of Hanna’s pregnancy, the Housewives celebrate the realities of motherhood - cracked nipples and all - whilst Dawn has to decide whether she is willing to bury the hatchet. Will motherhood prove a good influence?

FerneChris &McCann: Kem: First Time Mum Thursday,Straight Outta 9pm Love Island 22ndSunday October & Monday, 9pm ITVBeITVBe

The documentary series returns, following reality TV star Ferne McCann as she navigates the biggest challenge of her life: motherhood to daughter Sunday.

Ferne’s 30th birthday is around the corner and despite one of the builders working on her house catching her eye, she’s had a spiritual awakening - and realised she wants to focus less on men and more on finding her zen. But how long will that last?

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MidsomerThe Queen’s Murders Green Planet Saturday,Sunday, 9pm 9pm ITV318th October ITV3

Sir David Attenborough meets Her Majesty The Queen to discuss her hopes and dreams for a lasting legacy, across the UK and the 53 Commonwealth nations.

Her Majesty outlines an idea for a network of national forest parks spanning the globe to be named the Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy. This once-in-a-lifetime documentary follows the early stages of turning this wonderful dream into a reality.

MidsomerClassic Coronation Murders Street Saturday,Monday-Friday, 9pm 2.50 & 3.20pm ITV319th-23rd October ITV3

Tune in for a whole week’s worth of classic stories from the cobbles, with all the drama, joy, and fun you’d expect from the residents of past.

Maxine is disgusted with herself for sleeping with Curly, while he has a sudden change of heart about leaving Weatherfield. Tricia thinks Jack wants her out of the Rovers for good. Deirdre confides in Emily that she thinks Daniel would be better off with Denise.

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BritishGoodwood Touring Speedweek Car Championship Live Sunday, 10.30am2pm ITV4Goodwood First Glance Wednesday, 9.30pm Goodwood Speedweek Highlights Thursday, 8pm & 9pm

Goodwood Speedweek brings together elements of the Festival of Speed and the Revival, plus some races usually only seen at the Members’ Meetings.

Stars including Dermot O’Leary, Rory Reid, Sian Welby and Mark Webber present an action-packed event at the race course. Then, First Glance provides a look at some stunning vehicles, before highlights of Speedweek follow on Thursday.

BritishCycling: Touring La Vuelta Car a Championship Espana Sunday,Highlights 10.30am 2020 ITV4Tuesday-Thursday, 7pm Friday, 10pm 19th-23rd October ITV4

Highlights of all the exciting highs and lows of cycling’s prestigious Tour of Spain. Presented by Gary Imlach, with commentary from Ned Boulting and David Millar.

A shorter than planned and re-scheduled race will start in the Basque Country town of Irun. The riders face a mammoth task over some daunting climbs, including Stage One’s finish at the top of the famous Arrate climb above Eibar.

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ThunderbirdsScrambled! Are Go Saturday,Saturday &8.30am Sunday, 7.30am CITV17th & 18th October CITV

Bite-sized fun with the scrambled team along with all your favourite Saturday and Sunday morning cartoons, playing games and giving out prizes to lucky viewers.

Tom serves as a pirate trying to steal treasure belonging to the village mice in The Tom and Jerry Show. The gang come across a mysterious kid from the future and try to help him in Craig of the Creek. Babs faces a tricky decision in DC Superhero Girls.

ThunderbirdsCraig of the Creek Are Go Saturday,Monday-Friday, 8.30am 4.30pm CITV19th-23rd October CITV

Animated comedy following the hilarious adventures of Craig and his two friends Kelsey and JP as they explore the exciting wilderness of the town creek together.

Adventures across the week include Kelsey leading her friends on a quest, a hot day at the creek melting Kit’s ice pops, Craig having to go to dibs court to settle a dispute and the trio mourning when a pillar of the creek community leaves.

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04 | Coronation Street Broadcast - 7th October. Leanne reels from Nick’s confession that he has a son. The police turn up at the Metcalfe’s wedding. Eileen finds a strange note.

05 | Emmerdale Broadcast - 7th October. Manpreet makes things hard for Meena. Luke finally manages 01 | The Savoy Broadcast - 7th to confront Jamie. Billy asks Ellis October. It’s Valentine’s week at the for much-needed advice about Dawn. Savoy and the hotel staff are preparing for one of the busiest and 06 | Sorry, I Didn’t Know Broadcast most profitable days of the entire year. - 6th October. Tom Allen, Angie Le Mar, Colin Salmon and Paul Chowdhry join Chizzy Akudolu and Judi Love to take us on a tour of Black British history.

07 | Alison Hammond: Back to School Broadcast - 6th October. Alison Hammond goes on a journey to discover some black figures who have been hidden from British history.

02 | Heathrow: Britain’s Busiest 08 | Prince William: A Planet For Us Airport Broadcast - 7th October. All Broadcast - 5th October. Prince Airside Ian is ducking and diving on William meets inspiring local heroes the runway - and Terminal 4 and explores whether local action welcomes a new ambassador. can trigger real environmental reform.

09 | Inside Animal A&E Broadcast - 5th October. This time at the Blue Cross, Labrador Scooby is in to have lumps removed from around his eye and timid cat Wotsit is in for his jabs.

10 | The Singapore Grip Broadcast - 4th October. While the Blacketts 03 | Out of Their Skin Broadcast conspire against him, Matthew learns - 6th October. Ian Wright charts the the nature of life and love in Singapore. rise of black footballers in UK football. Walter and Vera get closer and closer.

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