Weekly Highlights Week 37/38: Sat 12th - Fri 18th September 2020 Des Monday-Wednesday, 9pm David Tennant heads the cast of this new three-part drama. This information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain until Tue 8th September 2020. Press contacts 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 Catchphrase Celebrity Special Saturday, 6pm 12th September 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 Larry Lamb, Sam Quek and Scarlett Moffatt 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-pound jackpot for their chosen charity. The Chase Celebrity Special Saturday, 7pm 12th September 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 Giles Coren, journalist Rachel Johnson, TV presenter Chris Packham and comedian Josie Long hope to win thousands of pounds for their chosen charities as they take on one of the country’s finest quiz brains. Do they have what it takes? Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights Britain’s Got Talent Saturday, 8pm 12th September ITV The nation’s favourite TV talent show continues its 14th series, packed full of the best performers, as the search continues for this year’s ultimate winner. The semi finals continue as the remaining hopefuls, and the Golden Buzzer acts, vie for a coveted place in the final. Who has what it takes to impress Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, David Walliams and Simon Cowell’s replacement, Ashley Banjo? Jonathan Ross’ Comedy Club Saturday, 10pm 12th September ITV In this exciting, brand-new comedy show, Jonathan and his co-host comedian Mawaan Rizwan are joined by the most exciting new stand-ups in the UK. In the first episode of the series, Jonathan and Mawaan welcome up-and-coming stars Kae Kurd, Sophie Duker and Flo & Joan. Plus, seasoned star Rob Beckett pops into the comedy club to test out some of his new material. Prepare to laugh. Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights Tipping Point: Lucky Stars Sunday, 7pm 13th September 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. Paul Merton, Sally Lindsay and Jamie Laing 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 all of game show history? Piers Morgan’s Life Stories Sunday, 8pm 13th September 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 chats to Captain Sir Tom Moore, who looks back at his extraordinary life. He discusses the accident which left him in intensive care aged 98, what inspired his record-breaking charity walk, his first marriage and his beloved second wife. Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights The Singapore Grip Sunday, 9pm 13th August 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. Rubber baron Walter Blackett has decisions to make on where to place his trust as he looks to replace his elderly partner - his wilful daughter or his reckless son? However, their world is rocked by the arrival of a mysterious Chinese dissident, who needs help. Inside Animal A&E Monday, 8pm 14th September ITV The new 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. The team pick up overweight cat Tiger, whose embarrassing downstairs problem means he desperately needs to go on a diet. Elsewhere, struggling nine-year-old greyhound Carter needs surgery, and Nurse Charlotte treats a stray corn snake Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights Des Monday-Wednesday, 9pm 14th-16th September ITV A three-part drama about serial killer Dennis Nilsen, featuring an all-star cast including David Tennant, Danny Mays and Jason Watkins - shows over three night. As the series begins in February, 1983, Detective Chief Inspector Peter Jay is called to the North London address 23 Cranley Gardens - where the drains are clogged with flesh and bones. Dennis Nilsen is arrested, but it’s far from an open-and-shut case. Harbour Cops Tuesday, 7.30pm 15th September ITV Documentary following Powys Police officers over the summer as they patrol the largest police area with the smallest number of officers anywhere in the UK. In this series opener, the officers have their hands full in the seaside town of Tenby. Holidaymakers are causing trouble, and the rowdiest of the gang need to be dealt with. Meanwhile, the police are called to search for a pensioner who has gone missing. Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights Flying for Britain with David Jason Tuesday, 8pm 15th September ITV Marking the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, this documentary follows David Jason as he meets the people who fly and maintain aircraft of World War II. The actor meets members of the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight as they emerge from lockdown. Their big anniversary events were decimated by Coronovirus, but the team were determined to pay tribute, and take David into the sky with them. The Real ‘Des’: The Dennis Nilsen Story Thursday, 9pm 17th September ITV Following the drama earlier in the week, this documentary looks at the true story behind one of the most notorious serial killers in British criminal history. On the surface, Dennis Nilsen was a mild-mannered civil servant, but his true persona was terrifying and he confessed to murdering and mutilating 15 young men. The programme features interviews with former detectives and families of his victims. Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights TheLove Only Island Way USA is Essex SundaySaturday-Friday, & Wednesday, 9pm 10pm ITV212th-18th September ITV2 Things continue to heat up between the beautiful residents of the villa atop Caesars Hotel in Las Vegas, but will we be seeing any new pairings come together this week? Moira and Calvin appear smitten with each other, but James won’t go down without a fight. A game of Truth or Dare sends tempers soaring when Connor locks lips with someone. James and Jeremiah leave, giving the other couples some welcome calm. TheFamily Only Guy Way is Essex SundaySaturday-Monday, & Wednesday, 10pm ITV2Wednesday & Friday, 10pm Tuesday & Thursday, 10.50pm 12th-18th September ITV2 Another week of fun with the most outrageous and outlandish cartoon family on TV, as they get themselves into all kinds of crazy trouble just by being themselves. Among the Griffin clan’s adventures this week, pop star Taylor Swift agrees to go to the homecoming dance with Chris, Quagmire’s skills as a pilot are called into question, and the guys decide to form a string quartet - but Peter fails to make the final cut. Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. Weekly highlights ChrisThe Only & Kem: Way is Essex StraightSunday & Outta Wednesday, Love Island 9pm Sunday13th & 16th & Monday, September 9pm ITVBe TOWIE is back for a triumphant 26th series, celebrating a full decade of laughs, fights and saucy shenanigans. But what do the boys and girls have in store this time? Having navigated their way through lockdown, the TOWIE royalty make a welcome return - and Amy Childs is back. Pete and Chloe Sims haven’t spoken in months, and their shared stubbornness means that it looks like that won’t be changing soon. SamChris & & Billie: Kem: The Mummy Diaries Thursday,Straight Outta 9pm Love Island 17thSunday September & Monday, 9pm ITVBeITVBe Sam and Billie are dealing with more everyday life in another episode of the reality show following the drama and excitement that goes on out of the spotlight. After Greg’s epic scampi disaster, the Shep’s kitchen is finally being renovated, so the family must move into nanny Sue’s. Sam heads into London for a photoshoot, but this time she’s the one in charge and calls all the shots from behind the camera. Please note that all information is embargoed from reproduction in the public domain as stated. , Weekly highlights MidsomerGrantchester Murders Saturday, 9pm & 10pm ITV312th September ITV3 Crime drama starring Robson Green, set in the 1950s Cambridgeshire village of Grantchester and following the exploits of local vicar and sleuth William Davenport.