Weekly Highlights Week 41/42: Sat 10th - Friday 16th October 2020
John Bishop’s Great Whale Rescue Monday & Tuesday, 9pm John Bishop goes on an emotional journey with two beluga whales.
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Catchphrase Celebrity Special Saturday, 5.30pm 10th October ITV
Stephen Mulhern presents as three more stars say what they see for the chance to secure a massive amount of money for charity, but who has what it takes to win?
The host and Mr Chips have visual clues for guests Dion Dublin, Rachel Riley and Tim Vine as they try to guess the familiar phrases in the animated clues. If they can ‘say what they see’, they could win a £50,000 jackpot for their chosen charity.
The Chase Celebrity Special Saturday, 6.30pm 10th 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 Susan Calman, broadcaster Dermot Murnaghan, athlete Perri Shakes- Drayton and actor Omid Djalil 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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Britain’s Got Talent Final Saturday, 7.30pm 10th October ITV
The nation’s favourite TV talent show reaches the conclusion of its 14th series. The search for a star is over, but who has what it takes to be crowned the winner?
Ant and Dec present the final of this year’s all-singing, all-dancing competition. Only the cream of the crop remain, and now it’s up to the British public to decide who deserves to win the £250,000 prize - and a spot at the Royal Variety Performance.
Jonathan Ross’ Comedy Club Saturday, 10.10pm 3rd October ITV
This exciting comedy show, in which Jonathan and his co-host comedian Mawaan Rizwan are joined by the most exciting new stand-ups in the UK, continues.
As the side-splitting laughs continue, Jonathan and Mawaan welcome up-and-coming stars Aurie Styla, Fern Brady and Babatunde Aléshé. Plus, award-winning stand-up star Russell Kane joins the duo in the comedy club to test out some new material.
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French Open Tennis: Roland-Garros Live Sunday, 1.30pm 11th October ITV
John Inverdale presents all of the action from the final of the French Open at Roland-Garros in Paris. Who will be taking home the coveted trophy this year?
Two weeks of hotly contested tennis come to a head with the men’s final on the clay courts of Roland-Garros. The tournament’s two best players remain - but only one can win the La Coupe des Mousquetaires trophy - as well as a cool 1.6 million euros.
Tipping Point: Lucky Stars Sunday, 7pm 11th 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.
Alex Brooker, actor Chris Bisson and Joey Essex are ready for action and keen to prove they’ve got what it takes to win for each of their individual causes, but are they ready to go toe-to-toe one of the trickiest machines in game show history?
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The Singapore Grip Sunday, 9pm 11th 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.
Walter spots an opportunity as tragedy strikes the Langfelds. Elsewhere, Joan and Monty try to make their escape, but she refuses to leave empty handed, while Matthew and Vera have to battle panicked crowds as he tries to keep her safe.
UEFA Nations League Highlights Sunday, 10.30pm Wednesday, 11.40pm 11th & 14th October ITV
Mark Pougatch is joined by pundits Ian Wright and Roy Keane as he presents round-ups of all of the bits from a busy week of action in the Nations League.
Sunday’s games include England v Belgium, Republic of Ireland v Wales, and Northern Ireland v Austria. Wednesday has England v Denmark, Scotland v Czech Republic Wales v Bulgaria, Finland v Republic of Ireland and Norway v Northern Ireland.
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Inside Animal A&E Monday, 8pm 12th 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.
Ambulance driver Lee picks up plus-sized Bob the cat, whose weight is causing him health problems. Elsewhere, vet Charlotte helps a husky with a sore paw, and vet Bev in Grimsby performs an operation on dog Bandit, who needs a lump removing.
John Bishop’s Great Whale Rescue Monday & Tuesday, 9pm 12th & 13th October ITV
A special two-part documentary in which comedian John Bishop follows the story of two beluga whales being released from captivity into an ocean sanctuary.
Over the two episode, we follow the journey of beluga whales Little Grey and Little White, who are moving from Changfeng Ocean World in China to safe Icelandic waters. It’s an emotional challenge - and one that is filled with ups-and-downs.
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Craig & Danny: Funny, Black and On TV Tuesday, 8pm 13th October ITV
A one-off documentary in which features long-time friends Craig Charles and Danny John-Jules celebrate 50 years of Black British comedy legends.
The duo look at archive footage and interviews, profiling legends including Charlie Williams, and looking at genre-defining shows including Desmonds and The Real McCoy. Craig & Danny: Funny, Black and On TV is part of Black History Month on ITV.
Sorry, I Didn’t Know Tuesday, 10.45pm 13th 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.
Russell Kane, Verona Rose, AJ Odudu and Nathan Caton 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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Heathrow: Britain’s Busiest Airport Wednesday, 9pm 14th October ITV
The documentary series exploring the ups and downs of life behind the scenes at the busiest airport in the UK, and what it’s like to work there, continues.
Vietnam Airlines are battling baggage woes in the lead up to the busy holiday period at Heathrow’s Terminal Four. Meanwhile, engineer Mo has an ingenious idea which is designed to make sure no-one is ever stranded abroad without their luggage.
The Savoy Wednesday & Thursday, 9pm 14th & 15th October ITV
Filled with glamour, elegance, history and character and truly the first luxury hotel in Britain, The Savoy opens its famous revolving doors to a team of cameras.
The series reaches its conclusion with two episodes. First, there’s a busy week at the hotel as the BAFTAs come to London - along with a raft of VIP guests. In the second episode, Covid 19 becomes a reality, and the hotel is forced to close its doors.
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TheCelebrity Only WayKaraoke is Essex Club SundayWednesday, & Wednesday, 10pm 10pm ITV214th October ITV2
Seven celebrities are in the karaoke bar together in this exciting music competition. Who has what it takes to impress, and who will be sent home?
The celebs are joined by Drag Race UK star Baga Chipz as they take to the stage. There’s gossip galore and no shortage of show-stopping performances, but who will the famous faces decide should leave the competition this time around?
TheLove Only Island: Way is Essex SundayWhat Happened & Wednesday, Next 10pm ITV2Tuesday-Thursday, 9pm 13th-15th October ITV2
The past five years has given us six sun-soaked series of Love Island. But what have our favourite Islanders been up to since? This three-part series finds out.
We’re catching-up with the first-ever winners, Max and Jess, as well as the first contestants to get married - series two’s Alex and Olivia. Plus, expect to see Chris and Kem, Dani Dyer, Molly Mae and Tommy and series six winners Paige and Finn.
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ChrisThe Real & Kem: Housewives of Cheshire StraightMonday, Outta9pm Love Island Sunday12th October & Monday, 9pm ITVBe
The fabulous ladies emerge from months of lockdown and finally have the chance to meet up again, face-to-face, with celebrations on the cards for the friends.
The gang get together as Nicole and Joe renew their wedding vows. However, the past is still hanging over the group. Can Dawn and Rachel recover from their argument in Athens, and which of the Housewives can hear the patter of tiny feet?
GemmaChris & Kem:Collins: DivaStraight Forever Outta & Ever Love Island Tuesday,Sunday & 9pm Monday, 9pm 13thITVBe October ITVBe
It’s been a few months since we last caught up with Gemma in lockdown, and while she’s been at home, her business ground to a halt and her house fell through.
As we join Gemma she’s on Loose women via Zoom - and she has some sad news to share. Elsewhere, the star visits the polar bear she sponsors - but feeding time is a disaster - before preparing for her national one-woman theatre show.
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MidsomerVan der Valk Murders Saturday, 9pm ITV310th October ITV3
Another chance to catch the thrilling crime drama starring Marc Warren as the cynical Dutch detective delving into the dark heart of the Amsterdam underworld.
The detective is drawn into the world of high fashion when a blogger is murdered - and it is shown on a live stream. However, Van Der Valk is preoccupied by the parole hearing of a criminal from his past - and it might put his whole team in danger.
MidsomerJoanna Lumley’s Murders Hidden Saturday,Caribbean: 9pm Havana to Haiti ITV3Sunday, 9pm 11th October ITV3
Joanna concludes her adventure across two of the most enigmatic countries in the Caribbean - Cuba and Haiti - exploring hidden gems along the way.
The host heads to Guantanamo, giving the prison a wide berth as she meets a talented singer. She then heads to Haiti, hoping to see the beauty in the western world’s poorest country, visiting the Citadel and experiencing a voodoo ceremony.
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BritishFrench TouringOpen Tennis: Car Championship Sunday,Roland Garros 10.30am Live ITV4Saturday, 1.30pm 10th October ITV4
The women’s tournament at Roland-Garros reaches its conclusion, as the remaining two players go all out to earn the trophy and considerable prize money.
John Inverdale is joined by Marion Bartoli for coverage of the clay court final in Paris. The two best players from across the tournament go head to head, looking to follow Ashleigh Barty as champion. Sam Smith and Anne Keothavong provide commentary.
BritishGoodwood Touring Speedweek Car Championship Live Sunday,Friday, 4.30pm 10.30am ITV416th October ITV4
Goodwood Speedweek brings together elements of the Festival of Speed and the Revival, plus some races usually only seen at the Members’ Meetings.
A host of stars including Dermot O’Leary, Rory Reid, Sian Welby and Mark Webber present an action-packed afternoon at the race course. There are classic cars, exhibitions, demonstrations and some high-octane races for motoring fans to enjoy.
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ThunderbirdsScrambled! Are Go Saturday,Saturday &8.30am Sunday, 7.30am CITV10th & 11th 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.
Among the fun is Tom and Jerry training for a detective licence in The Tom and Jerry Show, JP leading his friends on a voyage in Craig of the Creek, Hank pretending to be his dad in Hotel Transylvania, and Scooby and the gang heading to Gotham City.
ThunderbirdsCraig of the Creek Are Go Saturday,Monday-Friday, 8.30am CITV4.30pm & 4.45pm 12th-16th October CITV
A full week of the animated comedy following the adventures of Craig and his two friends Kelsey and JP as they explore the wilderness of the creek together.
Across the week, Craig challenges the best Four Square player, Craig’s phone gets stuck in the tallest tree in the creek, the gang come across a mysterious kid from the future and the gang take part in a high-speed race. Plus, much, much more.
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04 | Coronation Street Broadcast - 30th September. Carla encourages Sarah to make up with Adam, Daniel offers Geoff an apology, and Michael is questioned by the police.
05 | Emmerdale Broadcast - 30th September. Aaron looks to Bear for inspiration. Elsewhere, Tracy tries to 01 | The Savoy Broadcast - 30th get Cain and Nate together, while September. It’s the start of a new Vinny makes a shocking discovery. year and the hotel has high hopes, looking at how they can improve 06 | London Zoo: An Extraordinary things to make it the best year ever. Year Broadcast - 1st October. Exploring the impact of the pandemic on London Zoo which has been shut for months - and how the animals are coping without seeing visitors.
07 | Heathrow: Britain’s Busiest Airport Broadcast - 30th September. Virgin’s clubhouse manager Holly showers passengers with her VIP treatment Valentine-style. 02 | Honour Broadcast - 28th September. Two-part crime drama, 08 | Inside Animal A&E Broadcast based on real events, starring Keeley - 29th September. Traffic cop Casper Hawes as DCI Caroline Goode, who deals with a drug driver, while PC Kelly investigates a troubling disappearance. Jones has her hands full with loose horses on the outskirts of Tenby.
09 | The Singapore Grip Broadcast - 27th September. The Blacketts intensify their campaign to secure Matthew’s allegiances and Walter remains obstinate, despite the Japanese bombing Singapore.
03 | Inside Animal A&E Broadcast Broadcast - 28th September. Bambi is in A&E 10 | All Around Britain - 27th September. Ranvir and Alex after being hit by a car, and the vets are welcomed into the breathtaking must act quickly to treat the pup. Neasden Temple in London.
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