Weekly Highlights Week 12/13: Sat 27Th March - Fri 2Nd April 2021
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Weekly Highlights Week 12/13: Sat 27th March - Fri 2nd April 2021 Britain’s Tiger Kings - On the Trail with Ross Kemp, Tuesday, 9pm This information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain until Tue 23rd March 2021. Pictu Press contacts EMBARGO NOTICE The information contained herein is embargoed from all Press, online, social media, non-commercial publication or syndication - in the public domain until: Tuesday 23rd March 2021 Further programme publicity information: ITV Press Office [email protected] www.itv.com/presscentre @itvpresscentre ITV Pictures [email protected] www.itv.com/presscentre/itvpictures ITV Billings [email protected] www.ebs.tv This information is produced by EBS New Media Ltd on behalf of ITV +44 (0)1462 895 999 Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights Simply Raymond Blanc Saturday, 11.40am 27th March ITV Join Raymond Blanc and enjoy a culinary masterclass as he rustles up a selection of simple yet delicious dishes from the heart of his Oxfordshire kitchen. The focus is on Raymond’s favourite brasserie dishes. He cooks his famous Morteau sausage salad, as well as gravadlax with cucumber, cauliflower and horseradish crème fraîche. Plus, his head chef, Clive Fretwell, cooks a double-baked cheese soufflé. Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway Saturday, 7pm 27th March ITV Everyone’s favourites, Ant and Dec, are back for more Saturday Night Takeaway fun and games. Sit back, relax and enjoy The Happiest 90 Minutes of the Week. Alesha Dixon swaps the Britain’s Got Talent desk for the Star Guest Announcer chair, while Ant and Dec find themselves in hot water in the penultimate episode of the comedy Double Trouble. Plus, McFly are in studio for the End of the Show Show. Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights Beat the Chasers - Celebrity Special Saturday, 8.30pm 27th March ITV Bradley Walsh hosts as The Beast, The Governess, The Menace, The Vixen and The Dark Destroyer join forces to create the greatest quiz team in the world. It’s time for famous faces to go up against the formidable quiz team. Can a celebrity really get the better of Mark Labbett, Anne Hegerty, Darragh Ennis, Jenny Ryan and Shaun Wallace? Anyone who can will take home big money for their chosen charity. The Jonathan Ross Show: Special Guests Saturday, 9.35pm 27th March ITV We’re dipping into the archive for a look back at some of the most memorable moments from recent series of the show, featuring the very best guests. The final instalment features chats with Michael McIntyre, Olivia Colman, David Beckham, Rebel Wilson, Jason Derulo, Sylvester Stallone, Michael B Jordan, Katherine Ryan, Will Ferrell, Demi Lovato, Sacha Baron Cohen, Ashley Banjo and Patrick Dempsey. Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights World Cup Live: Albania v England Sunday, 4.10pm 28th March ITV Mark Pougatch presents the all of the action as England travel to Tirana to play the second match of their World Cup qualifying campaign against Albania. Gareth Southgate might be tempted to shuffle his pack here as his team play three times in less than a week, but will still expect a win. Mark is joined by Roy Keane, Ian Wright and Ashley Cole in the studio. Sam Matterface and Lee Dixon commentate. Midsomer Murders With Baited Breath Sunday, 8pm 28th March ITV Neil Dudgeon returns as DCI John Barnaby as the 21st series of the crime drama continues, and as ever, with this being Midsomer, a murder case isn’t far away... Fishermen and women flock to the village of Solomon Gorge desperate to catch a giant fish said to lurk in the lake. Their plans are threatened however when hundreds of lycra-clad sporting enthusiasts descend on the area for the Pyscho Mud Run. Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights Johnny Briggs: Coronation Street Legend Monday, 8pm 29th March ITV For 30 years, Johnny Briggs was the original cockney on the cobbles, Mike Baldwin. This special celebrates one of the show’s most iconic characters. Coronation Street stars past and present recall working with a cast legend, and famous fans of the show take a fond look back at some of Mike’s biggest ever storylines, including his affair with Deirdre Barlow and his rivalry with her husband Ken. Unforgotten Monday, 9pm 29th March ITV Nicola Walker and Sanjeev Bhaskar return to their roles as DCI Cassie Stuart and DI Sunil Khan as the fourth series of the captivating police drama concludes. In the series four finale, despite a shocking event, the Bishop Street team start to piece together which of the four was responsible for the murder of Matthew Walsh, but it is pathologist Leanne Balcombe who provides the final, crucial piece of evidence. Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights For the Love of Britain Tuesday, 7.30pm 30th March ITV Julie Walters narrates as a number of her famous friends explore more of the weird and wonderful parts of the UK. This time the focus is on Northumberland. Robson Green endures a testing sleepover on the Farne Islands, while Denise Welch and Carol McGiffin walk Hadrian’s Wall. Ade Edmondson searches for treasures at sea, while Harry Potter star David Bradley is at Alnwick Castle, also known as Hogwarts. Britain’s Tiger Kings - On the Trail with Ross Kemp Tuesday, 9pm 30th March ITV This new two-part documentary series features Ross Kemp on the trail of Britain’s very own tiger and lion kings - those who keep dangerous wild animals. Ross meets a man who keeps two lions in his back garden - despite concerns and complaints from his neighbours - a couple who have monkeys, lions and bears on their property, and two former circus trainers, one in Oxfordshire and the other in Munich. Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights World Cup Live: England v Poland Wednesday, 7.15pm 31st March ITV Mark Pougatch presents action from Wembley as England continue their qualifying campaign for the 2022 FIFA World Cup against a strong Poland side. Gareth Southgate’s England face what should prove to be their biggest test in their World Cup qualifying campaign as they take on a Poland team currently ranked 19 in the world. Ashley Cole, Roy Keane and Ian Wright are in the studio providing analysis. My Years with The Queen Thursday, 9pm 1st April ITV In this one-off documentary, Lady Pamela Hicks talks about her incredible life growing up within the Royal family and her close relationship with the Queen. Lady Pamela, the daughter of Lord Louis Mountbatten, great great-grandaughter of Queen Victoria, cousin to Prince Philip and second cousin to the Queen, discusses memories of the Queen as a childhood friend, bridesmaid and Lady in Waiting. Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights TheLove Only Island Way Australia: is Essex The Final SundayMonday, & 9pm Wednesday, 10pm ITV229th March ITV2 The second series of the Australian version of the show in which singles looking for love live in a villa and compete to win big money reaches its conclusion. We have reached the end of the line in the Australian sun, and after sharing a final sunrise breakfast together, the couples prepare to face the audience and a public vote. But which of them has done enough to be crowned the 2019 champions? TheHarry Only Potter Way and is Essex the SundayPhilosopher’s & Wednesday, Stone 10pm ITV2Good Friday, 2.55pm Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Good Friday, 5.55pm 2nd April, ITV2 Need a way to entertain the kids? Head to Hogwarts in the company of Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint for the first two Potter flicks. Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone sees Harry learn who he really is and enjoy an action-packed first year at Hogwarts. Then, in the Chamber of Secrets, someone, or something, is petrifying Hogwarts students. Can the trio uncover what’s happening? Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights ChrisThe Only & Kem: Way Is Essex StraightSunday, 9pmOutta Love Island Sunday28th March & Monday, 9pm ITVBe The 28th series of The Only Way is Essex continues, and there are more laughs, fights and shenanigans on the horizon. Sit back end enjoy Essex’s finest in action. Amy’s attempts to mediate between Harry and Bobby end in a heated row. Elsewhere, Ella hopes that her friendship with Kelsey isn’t beyond repair after what happened with Pete, while Clelia and new boy Rem go for a double date with Gatsby and Dani. SamChris and & Kem: Billie: TheStraight Mummy Outta Diaries Love Island Wednesday,Sunday & Monday, 9pm 9pm 31stITVBe March ITVBe Reality series providing a look at TV personalities Sam and Billie of The Only Way Is Essex fame as they juggle their home lives and children with glitz and glamour. Early 30th birthday celebrations begin for Sam, but her alternative family day out fishing doesn’t exactly go to plan. Meanwhile, Billie finally steps out on the ice for her first Dancing On Ice live show, but what will the family make of her performance? Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated.