Weekly Highlights Week 32/33: Sat 8th - Friday 14th August 2020
Coronation Street Icons Wednesday, 8.30pm Documentary looking at the life and times of Ken Barlow, the infamous ladies’ man of the cobbles.
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ITV Racing: Live from Newbruy Saturday, 1.30pm 15th August ITV
Ed Chamberlin and Francesca Cumani present from Newbury and Newmarket, where the feature meeting is at Newbury with two group races taking centre stage.
The Geoffrey Freer Stakes at 3.00pm is a race that has seen some great winners down the years, before the feature race of the day sees some top-class horses line up in the Hungerford Stakes at 3.35pm, over the specialist distance of seven furlongs.
The Masked Singer US Saturday, 4pm 15th August ITV
Surreal musical antics from season two of the US version of The Masked Singer, featuring a roster of famous competitors in outlandish disguises singing for glory.
The six remaining contestants face a brand new challenge as they compete together for the first time while judges Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy, Ken Jeong and Nicole Scherzinger do their best to guess their identities. Hosted by Nick Cannon.
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Rolling In It Saturday, 6.25pm 15th August ITV
Stephen Mulhern presents a gameshow in which members of the public try to win big cash prizes against celebrities on one of the biggest arcade games in the world.
Joel Dommett, Chris Kamara, and Gemma Collins join Stephen for the show in which everything can change on the roll of a coin. Three contestants are all hoping to win some serious money, but in their way is one of the biggest arcade games in the world.
The Voice Kids Saturday, 7.25pm 15th August ITV
The junior version of The Voice continues as the youngsters who got through the first round do whatever they can to impress the panel of music industry celebrities.
It’s the final day of Battles as Paloma Faith, Danny Jones, Pixie Lott and will.i.am must make serious decisions on who will grab the last six spaces in the semi-final. Solo singers and duos will take to the stage, hoping to get those red chairs spinning.
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Martin & Roman’s Sunday Best! Sunday, 8.30am 16th August ITV
Father and son presenting duo Martin and Roman Kemp team up to fill your Sunday morning with all kinds of fun chat, special celebrity guests and light-hearted games.
The guests for this week’s episode include actor and Emmerdale legend Lisa Riley, who’ll be chatting about her character’s latest storylines, and The Vamps lead singer Brad Simpson, who will be offering up a very special performance. Don’t miss out.
Coronation Street: High Days and Holidays Monday, 8.30pm 17th August ITV
Gentle documentary charting all the highs and lows of the holidays that the residents of Weatherfield have taken over the years, presented by Jason Manford.
The characters of Corrie love their holidays, though they rarely go to plan. We revisit the first episode filmed on location in 1967, a coach trip to Windermere in 1969 that ended in disaster, and we remember Bet, Rita and Mavis’s flings in Majorca in 1974.
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The Lost Honour of Christopher Jefferies Monday-Tuesday, 9pm 17th-18th August ITV
True crime drama focussing on the trial by public opinion of Christopher Jefferies, an eccentric landlord thrust into the spotlight when his tenant Jo Yeates was killed.
Retired teacher Christopher Jefferies’ quiet life is turned upside down when police question him about the disappearance of his young tenant Jo Yeates. When her tragic murder becomes a major news story, the press seize upon him as a suspect.
Heathrow: Britain’s Busiest Airport Wednesday, 8.00pm 19th August ITV
A brand new series of the documentary 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.
Officers Terry and Dave deal with an unruly passenger threatening to close down the entire airport, Ramp Team Rachel is dishing out safety fines, and in Terminal 2 Security, exuberant Estefania is speechless with someone’s unusual carry-on luggage.
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Coronation Street Icons Wednesday, 8.30pm 19th August ITV
An exciting new series narrated by Sally Lindsay, focussing on Coronation Street’s legendary characters and revisiting their greatest moments from the archives.
In the first episode, we look at the life and times of Ken Barlow, the infamous ladies’ man of the cobbles. We’ll be chatting with William Roache about what it’s been like to play Ken over the years, and what his co-stars thought of him and his character.
Emmerdale Family Tree Thursday, 7pm 20th August ITV
An exciting new documentary series looking back at the different generations of three of the Emmerdale’s most-loved families: the Tates, Sugdens and the Dingles.
The Dingles hit our screens in the mid 90’s and became one of the country’s most- loved soap families. From bare knuckle fighting to scams and scandal, they made their mark, with Zak leading the pack. Find out how the family made it to our screens.
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Wonders of the Coast Path Thursday, 8pm 20th August ITV
Journalist Sean Fletcher takes on an epic challenge as he travels the 870-mile long Wales Coast Path. Along the journey he’s discovering some unexpected treasures.
Sean reaches Carmarthen Bay and the Gower Peninsula, with its peaceful estuaries, sandy beaches and limestone cliffs. At Pendine sands Sean discovers the story of Wales’ land speed record holder and sees his original car roar up the beach once more.
Inside Britain’s Food Factories Thursday, 8.30pm 20th August ITV
Go behind the scenes at some of Britain’s most iconic food and drinks factories to discover how they manage to keep the shelves stocked and put food on our tables.
This time we’re learning how Stilton is made at a family firm that’s been churning it out for three generations. We’re learning the secrets of Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce, and we’re getting our caffeine fix by roasting coffee at Taylors of Harrogate.
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Kong: Skull Island Sunday, 8pm 16th August ITV2
Super-sized fantasy action adventure starring Brie Larson, Tom Hiddleston and Samuel L Jackson as adventurers tracking the legendary King Kong on Skull Island.
As US forces abandon Vietnam in the late 1970s, a team of scientists and explorers break off from the main group to look for a mythical creature on a dangerous island. But are the stories of King Kong really true, and are they ready for what they may find?
Virgin Media V Festival 2020 Friday, 7pm 21st August ITV2
Joel Dommett and Maya Jama present three nights of fun from Hylands Park in Chelmsford with performances from Olly Murs, Anne-Marie and Dizzee Rascal.
Each episode will also see our headline artists surprise their fans watching the festival from their living rooms, with exclusive interviews, Festival Fashion, Festival Food and a look back at some of the most memorable performances from V Festival.
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Dinner Date Wednesday, 8pm 19th August ITVBe
Love is on the menu again on the cooking and dining reality show that gives five contenders the chance to win someone’s heart by making them a delicious meal.
Jayde is given five menus, each put together by a potential blind date. The five people behind the menus have all come up with a three course meal but Jayde will only be having dinner with three of them. Who will do enough to leave her wanting seconds?
Vanderpump Rules Thursday, 9pm & 10pm 20th August ITVBe
Follow the drama at Lisa Vanderpump’s restaurant SUR as The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star juggles her family life and her hectic business for a seventh season.
Schwartz takes James to task for how he has been insulting Katie, and Scheana feels threatened by Stassi and Ariana’s newfound close friendship. Katie’s ultimatum forces Lisa Vanderpump to reconsider continued employment for James.
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Sanditon Sunday, 10pm 16th August ITV3
Gentle period drama based on the final novel by Jane Austen, following a spirited young woman who moves to a sleepy fishing village looking for a new adventure.
The arrival of Miss Lambe’s forbidden love causes Charlotte to question her opinion of Sidney. Then, Clara witnesses a moment between Esther and Sir Edward that raises her suspicions about their relationship, with devastating consequences for Esther.
Endeavour Monday, 8pm 17th August ITV3
Crime drama set in Oxford in the 1960s, following the early adventures of a young Endeavour Morse in a prequel to the enduringly popular Inspector Morse mysteries.
Endeavour uncovers a potential link between a series of peculiar and seemingly unrelated accidents, leading him to an all-women Oxford college determined to eschew co-education, before the investigation reaches right into the heart of CID.
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Cycling: Criterium Du Dauphine Highlights Saturday & Sunday, 7pm 15th & 16th August ITV4
Two days of highlights from the Critérium du Dauphiné, as the best stage racers in the world gather to begin their long warm-up ahead of the 2020 Tour de France.
On day one there are seven climbs, including the Montée de Bisanne, followed by a climb to the finish at Megève Altiport. On day two there are eight climbs including the Col de Romme and the Col de la Colombiere, before finishing at Megève Altiport.
ITV Horse Racing: Newbury Sunday, 1.30pm 16th August ITV4
Ed Chamberlin and Francesca Cumani present an exciting afternoon of racing from both Newbury and Ripon. With analysis from Jason Weaver and Mick FitzGerald.
The big betting race of the day is the Great St Wilfrid Handicap at Ripon at 3.15pm, where a big field will be charging down the six furlong straight at the Yorkshire track, whilst the feature race at Newbury is the St Hugh’s Stakes at 3.35pm for juveniles.
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Drop Dead Weird Saturday , 8.30 & 8.55am 15th August CITV
Paranormal children’s comedy following the hilarious antics of an unusual Australian family who move to an isolated seaside village in rural Western Ireland.
Tired of his mother’s overbearing ways, Dermot reinvents a new, rebellious persona for himself, which catches the attention of Lulu. Then later, hoping to learn more about the zombie condition, Frankie makes a device to let her swap bodies with Mum.
The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants Wednesday-Friday, 12.15pm 19th-21st August CITV
Animated comedy featuring two trouble-making young friends who re-imagine their grumpy headmaster as a hero who fights crime to save their city from danger.
An accident with Mr Meaner’s new machine turns the angry teacher into a super- villain. George and Harold are trapped at the school dance, so they prank Ms Hurd. Can George and Harold destroy homework by making sure it was never invented?
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04 | Coronation Street Broadcast - 5th August. Alya reports Elaine’s disappearance. Gary’s change of heart arouses suspicion. A chance encounter stirs up Leanne’s emotions.
05 | Emmerdale Broadcast - 5th August. Nate and Tracy receive some very surprising news. Priya 01 | Tina & Bobby Broadcast - 5th decides the time has come to confront August. It’s love at first sight when Al. Gabby is feeling entirely fed-up. Tina Dean meets football star Bobby Moore, and she abandons her career 06 | Long Lost Family Broadcast and her dreams in order to marry him. - 3rd August. The series kicks off by dedicating a full episode to the incredible story of separated sisters who previously hit the UK headlines.
07 | Coronation Street: Compilations Broadcast - 3rd August. We look back and remember Sarah Louise Platt’s teenage pregnancy and the Baldwin’s tangled family affairs. 02 | Paul O’Grady for the Love of Dogs: What Happened Next 08 | Birds of a Feather Broadcast Broadcast - 5th August. This time it’s a - 3rd August. Sharon welcomes Tracey heart-warming reunion for Whisper, home from prison with a job offer in the most anxious dog Paul ever helped. the school kitchen. Dorien’s gambling debts mean she cannot pay the rent.
09 | Downton Abbey Broadcast - 2nd August. Opinions are divided above and below stairs when Tom and Mary open Downton to the public for a whole day in aid of the local hospital.
10 | The Durrells Broadcast - 2nd 03 | Joanna Lumley’s Unseen August. Drama series based on Gerald Adventures Broadcast - 4th August. Durrell’s Corfu memoirs. Love is in the Joanna Lumley shows us the unseen air, but other feelings are stirred up by stories behind her many adventures. the sudden arrival of Aunt Hermione.
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