Later this month, a pilot recording for a new TV talent show for a US network is to be recorded which launches the search for the next One Direction or Little Mix. Little is known about the format, but it will be produced by Richard Bacon's Yes Yes Media. It will be hosted by star of K-Pop Demon Hunters Rei Ami, whilst Simon Cowell will head up the panel of judges alongside Mel B, Joe Jonas and Savan Kotecha. Meanwhile, Netflix have finally formally announced new series The N

Sky and HBO have announced WAR, a bold new legal thriller from the creator of Lupin and Hijack, starring Dominic West (The Wire, The Crown) as tech titan Morgan Henderson and Sienna Miller (Anatomy of a Scandal, American Sniper) as his estranged wife, international film star Carla Duval. Celia Imrie and Nick Mohammed have joined the cast. Set in the elite world of London law, the series has been greenlit with a two-series commitment from Sky and HBO, following a deal brokered

Emmy and Golden Globe award-winning Laura Linney (Ozark, Love Actually, John Adams) and BAFTA award-winning Rhys Ifans (Inheritance, Venom: The Last Dance, House of the Dragon) will star in the title roles of the BBC’s But When We Dance, a touching story about two people with lots in common - a great sense of humour, a love of dance, and Parkinson’s. Joining Laura and Rhys are Monica Dolan (Mr Bates v’s The Post Office, Sherwood, Black Mirror), Rory Kinnear (The Diplomat, The

BAFTA award-winning Celebrity Race Across the World from producers Studio Lambert, returns on Thursday 6th November at 8pm on BBC One. The brand-new group of celebrity pairings for this eagerly awaited third series have now been revealed.   Swapping luxury for backpacks and comfort for the unknown, the four celebrity duos embarking on the ultimate adventure are: Broadcaster and writer Anita Rani and her dad, Bal; actor Dylan Llewellyn and his mum, Jackie; partners, presenter

Tom Daley will host competition series Game Of Wool (8x60'). The series sees 10 ambitious creatives take on a series of complex challenges where they have the chance to win a money-can’t-buy prize and be the UK’s first TV knitting champion.  Set against the picturesque countryside of rural Scotland, which is steeped in knitting and wool heritage, each episode sees the knitters tackle two challenges: ‘The Big Knit’ where they’ll be working together in teams on an extremely com

Here's a full rundown of what to expect in tonight's episode of Big Brother, which continues on ITV2 and ITVX. RULE BREAK IN THE HOUSE - AND IT’S THE FINAL WARNING Big Brother gathers the Housemates in the Living Area. Big Brother says, “Before you entered the House, the rules regarding the discussion of nominations were clearly explained to you all. Yesterday, those rules were broken yet again.”   Big Brother explains that in a conversation between Caroline, Elsa and Nancy

Long Lost Family will return for further series on ITV, plus spin-off series Born Without Trace and What Happened Next. Presented by Davina McCall and Nicky Campbell, it tells extraordinary stories of people desperate to find missing family, tackles mysteries that no one else has been able to solve and answers questions that have haunted entire lives. Long Lost Family is available to stream on ITVX.

Joining Claudia in the Scottish Highlands for The Celebrity Traitors are: Alan Carr, Cat Burns, Celia Imrie, Charlotte Church, Clare Balding, David Olusoga, Joe Marler, Joe Wilkinson, Jonathan Ross, Kate Garraway, Lucy Beaumont, Mark Bonnar, Nick Mohammed, Niko Omilana, Paloma Faith, Ruth Codd, Stephen Fry, Tameka Empson and Tom Daley. The celebrities will play the ultimate game of detection, backstabbing and trust, in the hope of winning a cash prize up to £100,000 for a cha

Made by BBC Studios Comedy, the hit comedy about PE teacher Tony Mammoth from the 70’s getting a second chance at life, is soon to return to our screens on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer and will include a Christmas special. Mike Bubbins (Death Valley, The Socially Distant Sports Bar podcast) is Tony Mammoth, believed to have died in an avalanche during a school trip in 1979, attempting to restart his life after miraculously returning from the dead when his body is discovered frozen

Following the success of of the first two series, cameras are set to return to Pickle Cottage to follow the lives of Stacey Solomon, Joe Swash and their family as they document the highs and lows of life juggling work, play, parenting and their ever-growing menagerie of pets. The most recent series saw some very special and monumental firsts for the family – Belle’s first day of nursery, a permanent Valentine’s gift that leave’s Stacey in a fit of giggles, all of the little

BBC confirms Christmas special of Amandaland, as filming begins for the second series of the hit comedy. The second series of the hit BBC comedy Amandaland, starring Lucy Punch, Joanna Lumley and Philippa Dunne, is returning to iPlayer and BBC One in 2026. Alongside the returning cast, the Christmas special welcomes the absolutely fabulous Jennifer Saunders who will play Aunt Joan, Felicity’s (Joanna Lumley) sister.  Aunt Joan is a ball of country-living, enthusiastic upper-c

WEEK 5 The songs and dance styles for this weekend's Strictly Come Dancing live show have been revealed...  La Voix & Alja ž Salsa to Strong Enough by Cher  Amber & Nikita Cha Cha to Break Free by Ariana Grande  Ellie & Vito Salsa to Spice Girls Medley  Lewis & Katya Quickstep to Ring Of Fire by Johnny Cash  Vicky & Kai Couple's Choice to Fight For This Love by Cheryl  Harry & Karen Argentine Tango to Caught Up by Usher  Alex & Johannes Foxtrot to Here You Come Again by Doll

Here's a full rundown of what to expect in tonight's episode of Big Brother, which continues on ITV2 and ITVX. ELSA AND MARCUS ATTEMPT TO CLEAR THE AIR After their exchange of heated words, Elsa and Marcus try to clear the air. Marcus says, “Obviously I want to start off by apologising. There was never any ill feeling like anger towards you and if it came across that way I apologise, it didn’t mean to be like that… it escalated and it probably wouldn’t have if we had a conv

After a successful first run, 5 today announce the recommission of talent-led history strand, Rich Lives, Poor Lives, with 4x90’ specials ordered from Lion Television and WPP Media Motion Entertainment, which will once again feature the dynamic pairing of BAFTA-winning broadcaster, barrister and author Rob Rinder and social Historian Ruth Goodman.   In series two, Ruth and Rob will turn back the clock to visit four key periods of British history: Roman, Tudor, Georgian, and V

Naked West, (a Fremantle label), announces Francis Bourgeois and Chris Harris: We Saved a Train (working title) for Quest. The 8 x 60 series will be available to stream on Quest in 2026. Mechanical engineer and self-confessed train enthusiast, Francis Bourgeois, changes tracks as he embarks on the toughest project he has ever faced - fulfilling a lifelong dream of restoring a train and taking on the job of getting the wrecked engine back in action. Joining him on this epic re

A look ahead to next week's episodes of Coronation Street, with a full rundown of each episode. Monday 27 October Outside the Rovers, Ben removes Eva’s blindfold and reveals that he’s bought the pub for her. Across the street, Maria watches in horror, Eva Price is back! Eva thanks Ben for the best surprise ever, while Leanne hugs Eva, pleased to have her sister back. Eva urges Leanne to go and fetch Toyah so they can all have a drink together and clear the air. But as Leann

A look ahead to next week's episodes of EastEnders, with synopsis and first look images of what's in store. Monday 27th October - Kat wrestles with a decision as a discovery weighs heavily on her, Julie helps George see a situation from a different perspective, and Ross confides in Alfie. Tuesday 28th October - Kat’s revelation sends shockwaves through The Vic, Suki and Eve take a positive step, and Oscar turns detective. Wednesday 29th October - Halloween gets off to a bad

The new and returning programming airing on the Channel 4 next month have been revealed. Trespasses New Series 1975, in a town outside Belfast. Whilst working one night behind the bar of her family pub, serving a mixed crowd including the locally stationed soldiers, Catholic schoolteacher Cushla meets Michael, an older Protestant married man, who often defends IRA suspects and is friends with cultured Bohemians who enrage and intrigue Cushla. Worlds apart, Cushla knows a rela

I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! returns to ITV1 and ITVX, which means it’s time for a brand-new cast of celebrities to battle it out in TV’s toughest entertainment challenge. BAFTA Award-winning hosts Ant & Dec are back to present all the big stories live every night as the new line-up of celebrities for 2025 will leave their plush pads and luxuries far behind spending up to three weeks taking on the Australian jungle with a whole host of surprises created just for them.

The Jonathan Ross Show will return to ITV1 and ITVX in Spring 2025 of a brand new series. Across the new series the cream of the celebrity crop will delight viewers with tales from the most-talked about TV series and movies. Plus, the biggest sporting stars will exclusively discuss the huge sporting moments that have kept the nation on the edge of their seats. The hottest comedians - and up and coming comedy talent - will appear alongside stars of the stage and the silver scr

Stefan Dennis has withdrawn from Strictly Come Dancing due to injury. Stefan Dennis says: "This morning I woke up to the most disappointing day of the time in my Strictly journey. Just when I had finally gained the confidence to do well with my dancing in the comp and achieve more great dances along the way, I was told that on Saturday I had torn my calf so significantly that I am now forced to withdraw from the show. "I can’t tell you how devastated I am to have to leave so

RUN AWAY stars James Nesbitt, Ruth Jones, Minnie Driver, Alfred Enoch and follows 2025’s hugely successful limited thriller series Missing You. The series arrives on Netflix on 1st January 2026. The series stars James Nesbitt, Ruth Jones, Minnie Driver, Alfred Enoch, Lucian Msamati, Jon Pointing, Tracy-Ann Oberman, Annette Badland, Maeve Courtier-Lilley, Ellie de Lange, Adrian Greensmith, Ellie Henry, Ingrid Oliver, Finty Williams, Joe McGann, Amy Gledhill and more   Simon (N

TV channel TLC will be relaunched in January 2026 as a free-to-air channel in the UK which will bring viewers a broad entertainment offer with the hugely popular scripted comedy series The Big Bang Theory, Young Sheldon, new spin-off Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage and Mike & Molly. Plus, unscripted titles will include a new look Mock The Week. Warner Bros. Discovery today announced it will be rebooting the former BBC comedy panel show for 2026, having previously run on BBC

Here's a full rundown of what to expect in tonight's episode of Big Brother, which continues on ITV2 and ITVX. SECRET HOUSEMATES MAKE A FIRST IMPRESSION  Big Brother informs the Secret Housemates that their ‘Eye Spy’ duties are now complete and it’s time for them to join the House. After getting a surprise wakeup call by Emily, Sam and Farida, tensions quickly rise, and Farida rubs some of the Housemates the wrong way.   The Housemates are talking in the Kitchen. Farida is