

THE CHASE CONFIRMED FOR 2026 CELEBRITY CHRISTMAS SPECIAL ON ITV
ITV have confirmed that The Chase will return for a Celebrity Christmas special later this year. The festive edition of the daytime quiz will record on Sunday 29th March with audience tickets available via SRO Audiences. Meanwhile, ITV have commissioned new primetime spin-off to The Chase. Hosted by Bradley Walsh, The Chase Around the World will take contestants on a global adventure competition. This brand-new six-part series sees six pairs of contestants attempt to track do


CROOKHAVEN RENEWED FOR SECOND SERIES ON BBC AHEAD OF FIRST SERIES LAUNCH THIS SPRING
EXCLUSIVE Crookhaven has secured a second series before tis first has aired, TV Zone understands. Meanwhile, first look images of the highly anticipated eight-part drama series, Crookhaven, have been unveiled ahead of the series’ debut on the BBC One and CBBC this Spring. The images offer a glimpse into the world of Crookhaven, a thrilling drama based on the hit global book series by JJ Arcanjo. The series flips the high school genre on its head with a gripping, morally compl


ITV AND DISNEY+ EXPAND PARTNERSHIP WITH DISNEY DRAMAS TO AIR ON ITV1 PRIMETIME
Following the successful launch of their content-sharing agreement last summer, ITV and The Walt Disney Company today announce a further extension of their strategic relationship in the UK. Building on the innovative collaboration between Disney+ and ITVX, the new deal will bring two Hulu Original series from Disney+ to ITV1 in exclusive primetime linear slots. The first title, "The Stolen Girl", will premiere on ITV1 on 25 February. The gripping psychological drama, produce


LAST ONE LAUGHING: PRIME VIDEO CONFIRMS LAUNCH DATE FOR SECOND SERIES
The first 3 episodes will launch on 19 th March, with episodes 4 and 5 launching on 26 th March and the final episode airing on 2 nd April, exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. The brand-new series returns with another selection of comics: David Mitchell, Diane Morgan, Romesh Ranganathan, Amy Gledhill, Maisie Adam, Mel Giedroyc, Alan Carr, Gbemisola Ikumelo, Sam Campbell and inaugural series one winner Bob Mortimer returning to d


TEMPTING FORTUNE: ROB BECKETT ANNOUNCED AS NEW HOST OF CHANNEL 4 REALITY COMPETITION FORMAT
Comedian Rob Beckett has been announced as the new host of Channel 4 reality competition format Tempting Fortune when the show returns for its third series. Earlier this year Paddy McGuinness announced he is stepping down as host of the Channel 4 reality competition after two series due to other commitments. A spokesperson for Channel 4 said: "Paddy has been a brilliant host of Tempting Fortune, bringing his trademark humour to both series. We’re grateful for everything he’s


SKY ONE BRAND RETURNS TO TV TODAY
Sky announces the return of iconic TV channel Sky One. Launching later this month on channel 106, the all-new Sky One brings together showstopping new TV alongside much-loved favourites all in one place. Sky One will become the home of Sky’s unmissable comedy and entertainment programmes, including new shows The Dyers’ Caravan Park and Gemma Collins: Four Weddings and a Baby, as well as fan favourites Rob & Romesh Vs.., The Paper and Ted. Sky One will also host Saturday N


RED FLAG: PAUL C. BRUNSON TO FRONT TRUE CRIME DOCUMENTARY SERIES ON UKTV
UKTV is excited to announce renowned relationship expert Paul C. Brunson (Married at First Sight UK, We Need to Talk) will present the new series of Red Flag for free streaming service U and U&W. Paul C. Brunson: Red Flag (8x60’), is produced by FirstLookTV in association with SOAR Productions, and will join U's growing slate of true crime offerings, launching on the free streaming service and U&W in 2026. International sales will be handled by Sphere Abacus. The true cri


CORONATION STREET PREVIEW: WHAT'S IN STORE NEXT WEEK, EPISODE SYNOPSIS REVEALED
A look ahead to next week's episodes of Coronation Street, with a full rundown of each episode. Monday 2nd March As Cassie prepares a surprise proposal, Tim leads Steve towards Victoria Gardens, but suddenly Steve’s phone rings to reveal the news that dad Jim has died. The proposal forgotten, Cassie pulls him in for a hug. As they toast Jim’s memory in the Rovers, Tracy notices that Cassie’s dressed up and when she clocks her slipping something into Mary’s pocket, her suspic


EASTENDERS PREVIEW: WHAT'S IN STORE NEXT WEEK, EPISODES SYNOPSIS AND FIRST LOOK IMAGES
A look ahead to next week's episodes of EastEnders, with synopsis and first look images of what's in store. Monday 2nd March - Linda makes a bad situation worse, Julie faces a moral dilemma, and Jack fears that Ravi isn’t up to the job. Tuesday 3rd March - Ravi is conflicted over his loyalties, Max takes action on Linda’s behalf, and Howie is determined to make a difference. Wednesday 4th March - Mark walks into a risky situation, Kim gets a surprise at the Albert, and there


MADE IN CHELSEA RETURNS TO E4 THIS MARCH, MEET THE NEW CAST MEMBERS AHEAD OF NEW SERIES
E4 reality series Made in Chelsea is back, and the drama unfolds from the very first moment as the clique swap SW3 for the breathtaking backdrops of Scotland. The new series launches with an unmissable two‑part special, where romance, tension and shifting alliances play out against a stately manor in Perthshire. This series also introduces two new cast members - Elys Hutchinson and Philip Pollard - who join the twenty-something socialites who are ready to find romance and s


THE GAME: CHANNEL 5 DRAMA RENEWED FOR SECOND SERIES, JASON WATKINS AND ROBSON GREEN RETURN
5 has announced the return of hit cat and mouse thriller The Game for a second series overseen by Clapperboard, in association with Sphere Abacus who will distribute the series internationally. Set a year after series one, we see former detective Huw (Jason Watkins), who, after surviving a brutal stabbing, believes he has finally escaped the psychological grip of serial killer Patrick (Robson Green), now safely behind bars. Retreating with his wife Alice (Sunetra Sarker) to a


AM I BEING UNREASONABLE? SET FOR THIRD SERIES ON BBC ONE, PRODUCTION TO COMMENCE THIS SPRING
EXCLUSIVE The long awaited third series of BBC comedy Am I Being Unreasonable, starring Daisy May Cooper, Selin Hizli and Lenny Rush, is to commence production this Spring. The first two series also starred Dustin Demri-Burns (Cardinal Burns, Slow Horses), David Fynn (Daddy Issues), Juliet Cowan (Back to Life), Phil Dunning (Smoggie Queens), Georgie Glenn (Call the Midwife), Beatie Edney (Poldark), Amanda Wilkin (The Split), Helen Ann Bauer (Live at the Apollo), Marek Larwood


ALL CREATURES GREAT & SMALL: FILMING BEGINS ON SEVENTH SERIES OF CHANNEL 5 DRAMA
Production has commenced on the seventh series of Channel 5 drama All Creatures Great & Small, due to air on Channel 5 later this year. Based on best-selling author James Herriot’s beloved and iconic collection of stories, the critically acclaimed adaptation from Playground returns for a series consisting of six episodes (6 x 60”) plus a Christmas Special. The series will continue to bring the stories of James Herriot to life as we return to Darrowby to rejoin our unconventio


1536: BBC ANNOUNCES NEW DRAMA BASED ON TUDOR PLAY OF THE SAME NAME
The BBC has commissioned 1536, a new drama series for BBC iPlayer and BBC One, based on Ava Pickett’s play of the same name, from Drama Republic (Riot Women, One Day). The 8x30’ drama, written by Ava (How To Get To Heaven from Belfast, The Great), is set in the heart of Tudor England against the backdrop of Anne Boleyn’s arrest and weaves royal scandal with rural struggle. It centres around Anna, Mariella and Jane: three young women gossiping, arguing and dreaming in an Essex


SHY & LOLA: BBC ANNOUNCES NEW DRAMA STARRING HAYLEY SQUIRES AND BEL POWLEY
Shy & Lola is a new six-part drama for BBC iPlayer and BBC One, written by award-winning screenwriter and novelist Amanda Coe (Apple Tree Yard, The Trial of Christine Keeler) and produced by multi-BAFTA and Emmy award-winning Clerkenwell Films (Baby Reindeer, The Death of Bunny Munro, The End of the F***ing World), part of BBC Studios. The darkly comic story follows Shy and Lola, two very different women who are forced to become allies when a murder entangles them in the crim


D-NOTICE: BBC ANNOUNCES NEW POLITICAL THRILLER FROM THE WRITERS OF HIT POLICE DRAMA BLUE LIGHTS
The BBC have announces new 6x60' drama D-Notice from Adam Patterson and Declan Lawn, the first commission from Adam and Declan’s new production company Hot Sauce Pictures (backed by Sony Pictures Television). D-Notice is a British political thriller set in the world of investigative journalism. Not many people know what a D-notice is. But Declan and Adam have some experience of this mechanism which allows the government to advise journalists about national security. Now they’


LOVE ISLAND ALL STARS TONIGHT: MONDAY 23rd FEBRUARY, FULL EPISODE RUNDOWN FOR FINAL
Here's a rundown of what happens on tonight's final of Love Island All Stars on ITV2 and ITVX. GRILLING AND CHILLING: THE FINALISTS FEAST AT A POOL PARTY BBQ WITH YAMEN AT THE HELM It’s the final morning in the Villa for the finalists and Zac gets a text first thing: “Finalists, it’s time for a pool party BBQ. Boys, please get ready to leave the Villa to go shopping for supplies.” The boys head out and hit the shops to get food for grilling. Yamen tells the boys: “In LA it’s


BBC MARCH PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS, NEW AND RETURNING TITLES REVEALED
The new and returning programming airing across the BBC this March revealed. THE OTHER BENNET SISTER The story begins at Longbourn, the Bennet family home, where Mr and Mrs Bennet preside over a lively household of five unmarried daughters: Jane, Elizabeth, Mary, Kitty, and Lydia. As society’s pressures mount, the Bennet sisters navigate the glittering yet precarious world of Regency England, where marriage is both aspiration and necessity. While her sisters pursue romance a


CHANNEL 4 MARCH PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS, NEW AND RETURNING TITLES REVEALED
The new and returning programming airing on Channel 4 this March revealed. THE GREAT CELEBRITY BAKE OFF Each episode, this year’s celebrity bakers will roll up their sleeves and take on the Signature, Technical and Showstopper challenges, all in the hope of impressing the judges and avoiding a soggy bottom. By the end of each show, only one star will rise above the rest and be crowned Star Baker. Joining Paul Hollywood at the judging table is Bake Off: The Professionals judg


ITV MARCH PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS, NEW AND RETURNING TITLES REVEALED
The new and returning programming airing across ITV this March revealed. CELEBRITY SABOTAGE Joel Dommett, Judi Love, Sam Thompson and GK Barry - alongside a whole host of celebrities - get ready to shock the nation in a brand-new ITV entertainment reality game show. Celebrity Sabotage is a new entertainment reality game show that will see Joel, Judi, Sam and GK team up to playfully sabotage unsuspecting contestants. Their mission? To complete daring and funny stunts in order


LOVE ISLAND ALL STARS TONIGHT: SUNDAY 22nd FEBRUARY, FULL EPISODE RUNDOWN
Here's a rundown of what happens on tonight's episode of Love Island All Stars, which continues on ITV2 and ITVX. THE ULTIMATE EX-POSÉ: THE DUMPED ISLANDERS RETURN WITH RECEIPTS AND OPINIONS READY TO SEND ONE COUPLE HOME With the ex-Islanders gathered at the Firepit to give their verdicts on which couple they think is the least compatible, they must each name who they think should be dumped and give their reasoning. Returning to the Firepit from the series are: AJ, Charlie, S


THE FLOOR RENEWED FOR SECOND SERIES ON ITV, ROB BRYDON RETURNS AS HOST
EXCLUSIVE ITV have commissioned a second series of fast-paced high-stakes primetime quiz The Floor following a successful launch earlier this year. Production listings from production company South Shore and seen by TV Zone suggest the show will film this Summer. In The Floor, 81 quiz fanatics face off in quiz duels on a giant LED floor divided into 81 equal squares, each representing its own field of knowledge. The goal is to conquer the entire floor and take home a huge cas


A HOLE IN ONE: ANT & DEC DEVELOPING NEW GOLF THEMED GAMESHOW BASED ON US SHOW
Ant & Dec are reportedly developing a new gold-themed gameshow called A Hole In One, based on the US show Holey Moley and to be produced by Fremantle and duo's own Mitre Studios. The new show, which is still in development, will see members of the public take on a 'massive crazy golf course' as well as other physical challenges - including head to head and sudden death matches - in a bid to win cash prizes. A source told The Sun newspaper: "This would be the ideal show for An


CELEBRITY LINGO: FAMOUS FACES ON THIS WEEK'S EPISODES REVEALED
Celebrity Lingo will see Adil referee two teams of celebrities as they go head-to-head in the same gripping wordplay. Across the fast paced 30-minute episodes the well-known teams will race to fill in the blanks in the hope of raising money for their chosen charities. Packed with humour from our star-studded line up, Celebrity Lingo will bring the star treatment to the fan-favourite game. On this week's episodes are: Rachel Riley and Richie Anderson who take on Lesley Joseph



























































