Weekly Highlights Week 43/44: Sat 24th - Friday 30th October 2020
The Sister Monday-Thursday, 9pm Russell Tovey heads the cast of this four- part drama.
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Six Nations: Ireland v Italy Live Saturday, 2.45pm 24th October ITV
Mark Pougatch presents coverage of this clash at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium as the Six Nations gets back underway after being postponed in March due to Covid 19.
The players will be keen to hit the ground running in Dublin, and a bonus-point win would take Andy Farrell’s Ireland to the top of the standings. Italy have failed to register a point in two of their three matches, so need a huge performance here.
The Chase Celebrity Special Saturday, 8pm 24th 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.
Broadcaster Jacqui Oatley, DJ Dev Griffin, comedian Johnny Vegas and darts player Fallon Sherrock hope to win big for their charities as they take on one of the country’s finest quiz brains. Do they have what it takes to win a massive amount of money?
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The Million Pound Cube Celebrity Saturday, 9pm 24th October ITV
Phillip Schofield presents the second special episode of the game show in which famous faces take on the challenges in the hopes of winning big money for charity.
Strictly Come Dancing stars Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton have all the teamwork they require on the dancefloor, but have they got what it takes inside The Cube? They’ll need to be able to handle the pressure if they’re to win £1m for charity.
The Jonathan Ross Show Saturday, 10pm 24th October ITV
The host continues the 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 this time around are comedian and television presenter Russell Howard, classical singer Katherine Jenkins and actor Daniel Mays, who has featured in programmes including Des and Line of Duty. Rapper Dizzee Rascal provides the tunes..
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Tipping Point: Lucky Stars Sunday, 7pm 25th 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.
Jeff Stelling, Angela Rippon and Matt Edmondson 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?
Piers Morgan’s Life Stories Sunday, 9pm 25th October ITV
Piers Morgan continues his hit talk show, inviting more familiar faces from all walks of life to share some of their stories in a relaxed and personal setting.
The host talks to veteran entertainer Sir Cliff Richard, who has recently celebrated his 80th birthday. The singer discusses his six-decade career as the crown prince of pop, the tragically early death of his father, and the ups and downs of life in the public eye.
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The Olivier Awards 2020 Sunday, 10.20pm 25th October ITV
Jason Manford presents the awards ceremony at the Royal Albert Hall which celebrates the very best of British theatre and features special performances.
The stars of & Juliet hit the stage, as well as the cast of Dear Evan Hansen. Lyricist Don Black is one of the two special awards winners, and Jason will be joined by surprise guests as he announces the winners in a host of other categories.
Inside Animal A&E Monday, 8pm 26th 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.
Jack Russell Poppy is in hospital in Victoria to investigate her bladder problems, while chihuahua Pepe is in theatre for a delicate knee operation. In Grimsby, blind Husky Cloud checks in for a diabetes appointment, while stray cat Kenny also arrives.
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The Sister Monday-Friday, 9pm 26th-29th October ITV
Russell Tovey, Bertie Carvel, Amrita Acharia and Simone Ashley head the cast of this tense, four-part drama which plays out on consecutive nights across the week.
One evening, Nathan is shocked to see a face from the past. Bob’s arrival reminds Nathan of the worst night of his life - a party which ended with the death of a young woman. Only Nathan and Bob know what happened, but Bob has terrifying news...
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.
In the last of the series, Shaun Wallace, Paul Chowdhry, Toby Williams and Sophie Duker join team leaders Chizzy Akudolu and Judi Love to take viewers on a tour of Black British history. Sorry, I Didn’t Know is part of Black History Month on ITV.
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TheShopping Only Way with is Keith Essex Lemon SundaySunday, &10pm Wednesday, 10pm ITV225th October ITV2
Keith and a celebrity guest hit the shops as he delves into the shopping habits of the rich and famous whilst having a good old gossip. Who is he out with this week?
In the first episode of the new series, Keith takes the one and only Gemma Collins for afternoon tea on the Thames, and has a lovely chat with chat show legend Jonathan Ross, who shows off his incredible toy collection - to Keith’s joy.
TheGhost Only Bus Way Tours is Essex SundayThursday, & Wednesday,9pm 10pm ITV229th October ITV2
A terrifying travelogue in which Lady Leshurr, Darren Harriott and Jordan Davies go on a ghost hunting mission in one of Eastern Europe’s most haunted places.
Our team are led around Kerotas Prison by the Ghost Bus Tour guide Anton, a super freaky local who will introduce the celebs to a host of unhinged witnesses and experts. Their goal is to summon three disturbing spirits, but are they brave enough?
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ChrisOlivia & Meets Kem: Her Match StraightSunday, 10pmOutta Love Island Sunday25th October & Monday, 9pm ITVBe
Reality series following everyone’s favourite Love Island star Olivia Attwood as she prepares for her upcoming wedding with her footballing financé Bradley Dack.
Get ready for an access-all-areas pass into Olivia Attwood’s new life in Manchester as we follow her and fiancé Blackburn Rovers footballer Bradley Dack through all the highs and lows of young romance. Don’t miss out on the drama!
GemmaChris & Kem:Collins: DivaStraight Forever Outta & Ever Love Island Tuesday,Sunday & 9pm Monday, 9pm 27thITVBe October ITVBe
Reality series following the continuing adventures of larger-than-life star Gemma Collins as she tries to make a name for herself both in the UK and Stateside.
Gemma Collins travels to the Greek Island of Crete for a fashion shoot, and brings her flamboyant friend Ryan along for the ride. After an eventful flight on which Gemma offers to buy all the passengers on the plane a drink, she finally arrives at her villa.
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MidsomerBelgravia Murders Saturday,Sunday, 9pm 9pm & 10pm ITV325th October ITV3
Another chance to catch up with the lavish period drama from the beginning, as the upper classes of London deal with the fallout from the Battle of Waterloo.
Sophia Trenchard meets with her lover at the Duchess of Richmond’s ball on the eve of the Battle of Waterloo. Years later, a chance encounter reignites their connection. Anne seeks confession with Caroline, hoping to lay all her ghosts to rest.
MidsomerHatton Garden Murders Saturday,Monday, 10.10pm, 9pm ITV3Tuesday & Wednesday, 10pm, Thursday 10.05pm 26th-29th October ITV3
Tune into the true crime drama over the course of the week, following the exploits of Britain’s oldest criminal gang and their unbelievable heist of a safe depository.
A gang of villains attempt a daring burglary on the Hatton Garden Safe Deposit Company. They get a two-day headstart on the authorities, but can they maintain their lead on the law, or will leader Basil’s overcautious nature lead to their downfall?
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BritishCycling: Touring La Vuelta Car A Championship Espana Sunday,Highlights 10.30am 2020 ITV4Saturday, 10.30pm Sunday, Tuesday & Wednesday, 7pm Thursday & Friday, 11pm 24th-25th & 27th-30th October
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.
As the race continues, the riders face some punishing climbs that will push them to their very limit, including three mountain passes as they enter France on Sunday. There’s also the Puerto de Orduna to scale midweek, before a flat stage on Friday.
BritishDarts: European Touring Car Championship Sunday,Championship 10.30am Live ITV4Thursday, 3pm Friday, 12pm & 7pm 29th & 30th October ITV4
Jacqui Oatley presents live action of the first rounds of the 2020 European Darts Championship taking place at the Konig Pilsener Arena in Oberhausen, Germany.
Stars from the PDC meet up to compete for glory in the 2020 European Darts Championship, but who will come out on top? Match analysis is provided by Chris Mason and Alan Warriner-Little, with commentary by Stuart Pyke and John Rawling.
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ThunderbirdsScrambled! Are Go Saturday,Saturday &8.30am Sunday, 7.30am CITV24th & 25th 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 and Jerry have a house party, but things turn messy. Tired of losing video games to his father, Craig goes to the Creek in search of training. Hank gets depressed about being sewn together from all different parts in Hotel Transylvania.
ThunderbirdsHip Hop-tober Are Go Saturday,Monday-Friday, 8.30am from 8.20am CITV26th-30th October CITV
Tune in for full days of fun with some of your favourite shows on CITV, as we celebrate half term week the only way we know how - toons, toons and more toons!
On Monday we’ve got back-to-back episodes of Mr Magoo, on Tuesday Mr Bean takes centre stage, Wednesday sees Scooby and the gang investigating mysteries, on Thursday we visit the Hotel Transylvania, and Friday is all about our Dave Spud.
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04 | Coronation Street Broadcast - 14th October. Todd brings danger to Eileen’s door. Ray increases his offer when Gary turns him down. Evelyn asks Arthur to give her another chance.
05 | Emmerdale Broadcast - 14th October. Paul offers to help Mandy out with a problem. Aaron has 01 | The Savoy Broadcast - 14th a nasty altercation. Marlon is shocked October. It is a busy week for the hotel by what Bear tells him in confidence. as they host a series of BAFTA-related events that see a multitude of 06 | John Bishop’s Great Whale celebrity VIPs staying around the hotel. Rescue Broadcast - 13th October. John’s mission to help return Little White and Little Grey to the beluga whale sanctuary in Iceland continues.
07 | Craig and Danny: Funny, Black and on TV Broadcast - 13th October. Documentary featuring Craig Charles and Danny John-Jules celebrating 50 years of great Black British comedy. 02 | Heathrow: Britain’s Busiest Airport Broadcast - 14th October. At 08 | Harbour Cops Broadcast - 13th Heathrow’s Terminal Four, the new October. Tenby officers are on the hunt airline on the block Vietnam Airlines for a terrifying suspect who’s on the are battling a series of baggage woes. loose and armed with a machete in the peaceful seaside town of Saundersfoot.
09 | Martin Luther King by Trevor McDonald Broadcast - 12th October. On the anniversary of Martin Luther King’s death, Sir Trevor McDonald tracks his story in the US Deep South.
10 | Inside Animal A&E Broadcast - 12th October. Plus-size patient Bob 03 | Sorry, I Didn’t Know Broadcast the Cat has problems with his excess - 13th October. A celebrity panel take a tour of Black British history together. weight, while vet Charlotte helps a Husky with a particularly sore paw.
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