Weekly Highlights Week 16/17: Sat 24Th - Fri 30Th April 2021
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Weekly Highlights Week 16/17: Sat 24th - Fri 30th April 2021 Viewpoint, Monday-Friday, 9pm This information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain until Tue 20th April 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 20th April 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 In For A Penny Saturday, 7pm 24th April ITV Stephen Mulhern continues the third series of the hit game show which sees him travelling the country with his unique brand of games, giving away cash prizes. Stephen’s next port of call is Southampton, where he challenges more unsuspecting members of the public to take on his silly and often bonkers games for a chance to win anything from the price of their petrol to a cool £1,000 in the final game of the show. Game of Talents Saturday, 7.30pm 24th April ITV The new entertainment series, hosted by Vernon Kay, in which game shows and talent shows collide to create a guessing game like no other, continues. This time around Stephen Mulhern goes up against Emma Willis. Each teams up with a contestant to try to win big-money prizes by matching performers to their secret skills, but which of the television stars will be sending their team-mate home happy? Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights Alan Carr’s Epic Gameshow Saturday, 8.30pm 24th April ITV Alan Carr continues the second series of his Epic Gameshow - revamping old favourites including Play Your Cards Right, Take Your Pick, Bullseye and more. Alan brings back Name That Tune. He is joined by a live house band who play a whole host of party anthems, while four hopeful contestants try to name that tune in the shortest time possible to win £25,000. Plus, Sophie Ellis-Bextor makes an appearance. The Jonathan Ross Show Saturday, 9.35pm 24th April 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. Jonathan is joined by music and fashion icon Boy George, Great British Bake Off supremo Prue Leith, rapper-turned-chef Big Zuu and rising star of comedy Joanne McNally. Plus, multi platinum-selling London Grammar perform in the studio. Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights Tipping Point: Lucky Stars Sunday, 7pm 25th April 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. Robert Rinder, Josie Gibson and Greg Rutherford 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 with one of the trickiest machines in game show history? After the Storm: America’s Enemy Within? Sunday, 10.25pm 25th April ITV Robert Moore - whose TV news crew were inside the Capitol building when it was stormed on January 6th - tracks down those he encountered inside the chaos. The journalist tries to find the perpetrators he encountered. He hears about their motivations and grievances and asks if they regret their role. One hundred days since the failed insurrection, what is the fallout for America from this deadly invasion? Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights Alan Titchmarsh: Spring into Summer Monday, 8pm 26th April ITV The new series in which Alan Titchmarsh celebrates the great outdoors and the joy of getting back into the fresh air and our green and pleasant land continues. As the outdoors series continues, former model Twiggy pays tribute to the Great British seaside, David Domoney has garden furniture to help viewers entertain this summer, and Alan goes behind the scenes at one of the UK’s leading farm parks. Viewpoint Monday-Friday, 9pm 26th-30th April ITV Noel Clarke heads the cast of this five-part drama, shown every night across the week, following a police surveillance investigation in a Manchester community. As the series begins, primary school teacher Gemma goes missing in Manchester and surveillance officers Martin and Stella are tasked with observing the prime suspect - Gemma’s boyfriend Greg Sullivan. What will they discover as they watch on? Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights Ainsley’s Mediterranean Cookbook Tuesday, 7.30pm 27th April ITV Ainsley Harriott invites us on a tour of the Mediterranean, where he visits sun- kissed destinations and cooks up some delectable and delicious local treats. Ainsley kicks off his journey across in style on board a 44ft catamaran, where skipper Jean-Hughes teaches him the basics of sailing and he cooks seafood skewers. Then, he’s in Bonifacio, where he cooks cheese-stuffed aubergines overlooking the harbour. Paul O’Grady For the Love of Dogs Wednesday, 8pm 28th April ITV Paul continues his stint at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, meeting a number of pooches with problems as he tries to help find the animals forever homes. Paul meets a number of canines in need of extra care if they are to find a new home. There’s an American bulldog heartbroken at leaving her owner, a pair of shih tzu sisters from a puppy farm, a Staffie who doesn’t like ladies and a peanut butter-loving stray. Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights Giving Up Sugar: For Good? Tonight Thursday, 7.30pm Friday, 8pm 29th & 30th April ITV In a special two-part investigation over two nights, former MP Tom Watson takes a look at the amount of damage refined sugar is doing to the nation’s health. Three years on from ditching refined sugar from his own diet, Tom - who lost eight stone in the process - discovers if others can follow his lead, asks what impact us eating less sugar could have on the NHS, and looks at links between Covid and obesity. Britain’s Brightest Celebrity Family Thursday, 8.30pm 29th April ITV A second series of the quiz hosted by Anne Hegerty, in which eight celebrities and their families battle it out to try to win £25,000 for the charity of their choice. Two celebrity families battle it out in the second heat for a place in the semi-final of the competition. Anne Hegerty asks the questions as Coronation Street star Craig Charles and EastEnders actress Rita Simons - with their families in tow - face off. Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights TheFamily Only Guy Way is Essex SundayMonday, & 9pm Wednesday, 10pm ITV2American Dad! Monday, 9.30pm 26th April ITV2 An evening of fun and laughs with a selection of new episodes of animations from the mind of Seth MacFarlane - first Family Guy, followed by American Dad! In Family Guy, Chris and Peter start their own baseball memorabilia business. Meanwhile, Stewie attempts to combat ageing with plastic surgery. Then, in American Dad!, Steve is shocked to discover that Francine is secretly still feeding him breast milk. TheCelebrity Only WayJuice is Essex SundayThursday, & Wednesday,10pm 10pm ITV229th April ITV2 Host with the most Keith Lemon continues the new series of his anarchic game show as another selection of famous faces play a range of outrageous games. Joining regular team captains Emily Atack and Laura Whitmore this week for more silly games and over-the-top fun are Take That star Howard Donald, singer and presenter HRVY, media sensation Rebekah Vardy and regular guest Maya Jama. 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 Sunday25th April & 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. Chloe Sims’ confidence gets in the way of her becoming Essex’s next top business magnate. Meanwhile, best mates Tom and Harry decide to buy a house together, and Diags’ long-awaited 30th birthday draws ever closer, but will he bag a world record? TheChris Real & Kem: HousewivesStraight Outta of Potomac Love Island Monday,Sunday &10pm Monday, 9pm 26thITVBe April ITVBe The fifth series of the reality show which follows the lives of six women living in Potomac - one of the most affluent towns in the United States - continues. Robyn provokes tension amongst the ladies when she publishes their photos on her website. Elsewhere, Ashley and Gizelle’s dominatrix party comes to a crashing halt when Ashley makes a shocking statement, while Candiace feels betrayed. Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. , Weekly highlights MidsomerVera Murders Saturday,Tuesday, 8pm 9pm ITV327th April ITV3 A chance to catch up with some cases from the fifth series of the hit detective drama featuring the obsessive, caustic and courageous DCI Vera Stanhope.