A five-part drama based on the acclaimed novel by Elizabeth Day, starring Luke Evans (Nine Perfect Strangers, Murder Mystery, Fast and Furious franchise and ITV’S The Pembrokeshire Murders) as Martin Gilmour, a journalist shaped by his lifelong friendship with the wealthy and charismatic politician Ben Fitzmaurice, played by Tom Cullen (The Gold, Trespasses, House of the Dragon). Raised alone by his working-class mum, Sylvia, played by BAFTA award-winning Joanna Scanlan (Afte

Our picks of what to watch during the week ahead. LITTLE DISASTERS Sunday-Tuesday, 5 Little Disasters focuses on a decade-long friendship between Jess, Liz, Mel and Charlotte, four expectant mothers who were thrown together with little in common apart from their due dates but have been there for one another throughout motherhood. When perfect stay-at-home mother Jess takes her baby daughter to hospital with a head injury that she can’t explain, her close friend and on-duty A

A look at the new and returning gameshow titles set to air later this year. THE HIT LIST Marvin and Rochelle Humes return to host this exciting and thrilling music quiz, jam-packed with big hits and more pop trivia than ever before. It’s all about the biggest tracks and best facts, as three teams of music lovers compete to name as many song titles and artists as possible for the chance to take home a whopping £10,000! The Hit List plays on as Marvin and Rochelle Humes host t

The new and returning titles airing on ITV this Summer revealed. THE CHASE AROUND THE WORLD The brand-new six-part series sees six pairs of contestants embark on a global adventure competition as they attempt to track down the biggest brains in Britain - all six of The Chasers - in undisclosed locations around the globe. Unravelling puzzles along the way, the winning pair will pit their knowledge against The Chasers in order to win a life-changing prize pot. COOKING WITH TH

A look at the new and returning entertainment titles coming to Channel 4 this year. THE GREAT CELEBRITY POTTERY THROWDOWN Six celebrities, each with little to no pottery experience will brave the clay and take to the wheel in a series of bold ceramic challenges. The celebrities getting their hands dirty and unleashing their creativity are comedian, writer and actor Lucy Beaumont; comedian, writer, actor and author Fatiha El-Ghorri; comedian and podcaster Richard Herring; foo

A look at the new and returning drama titles coming to ITV this year. THE BOX The Box is a thrilling new entertainment format that challenges ten celebrities from the worlds of entertainment, music, sport, and politics in an intense competition where they must step into the unknown. Hosted by the legendary Gary Lineker, the series features star contestants including Joey Essex, John Bercow, Ranvir Singh, JB Gill, Sara Davies, Danny Aarons, Ellie Taylor, Graeme Souness, Jenny

A look at the new and returning drama titles coming to the BBC this year. STRICTLY COME DANCING Strictly Come Dancing returns to iPlayer and BBC One in September 2026, with presenter Emma Willis, professional dancer Johannes Radebe and comedian Josh Widdicombe presiding over the ballroom in spectacular style. The esteemed judging panel of Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and Head Judge Shirley Ballas who will be casting a watchful eye over the performances ea

Sir Trevor Phillips will be leaving Sky News this summer to take up a new role in the US. Sky News' Executive Chairman David Rhodes said: "Sir Trevor Phillips has brought audiences insightful conversations every Sunday - at Sky News we’re grateful for all that he has contributed. I know Trevor will bring the best of that to America with this exciting new opportunity. We wish him every success" Sky New is available on Sky channel 501.

As exclusively revealed by TV Zone in February, Destination X is officially returning for a second series on BBC One. Applications are now open for the second series, which is set to film this September. Details on how to apply can be found here. Hosted by Rob Brydon, Destination X is played out over an incredible journey through Europe, a journey where things are not what they seem. Rob Brydon is the games master who takes carefully selected players on board the X-bus and as

Channel 4 have axed Taskmaster star Alex Horne's comedy The Horne Section TV Show after two series. Speaking on Richard Herring's podcast, Horne said of The Horne Section TV Show: "We tried to make a funny sitcom with jokes because I don't think there's enough of them at the moment but it didn't make much of a splash ... because it's really hard to." The synopsis reads: 'Tired of being the little assistant, Alex Horne finally has the chance to pitch his very own TV show to Ch

Later this month, Graham Norton welcomes the incomparable Madonna in a world exclusive special for BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Recorded at the legendary Koko in Camden, London – the stage that hosted Madonna’s first-ever UK show in 1983 as well as the launch of her landmark 2005 album, Confessions on a Dance Floor - the programme sees Graham meet with Madonna for an intimate, in-depth discussion about her incredible life and celebrated career. Ahead of the release of her much-an

Channel 4 has partnered with Boots on a new entertainment series, Summer Unboxed with Maisie and Joel. This five-part series starring comedians Joel Dommett and Maisie Adam promises laughter and unexpected twists, as the pair embark on a summer adventure together. Produced by Electric Robin, part of Banijay UK, the series sees Joel and Maisie take on the unpredictability of a British summer. Mystery boxes brimming with quirky postcard challenges, typical summer items, and a

The popular quiz show sees Roman Kemp putting players through their paces in a thrilling combination of racing and quizzing, accompanied by Sarah Greene. In each episode, players compete across a series of qualifiers and head-to-head races for the chance to win a cash prize. The aim of the game is simple - make it to the finish line before your rivals. Knowledge and speed combine for gripping racing action with nail-biting finishes and plenty of tension. For details on how to

Romesh Ranganathan's Parents' Evening returns to the studio this July. Eight episodes will be recorded - up from the seven episodes ITV announced earlier this year. ITV are yet to confirm the additional episode but TV Zone understands it's set to air over the festive period in addition to the previously announced Christmas special, potentially over the New Year period. The new series will once again see celebrities teaming up with their daughters, sons, mums or dads in the sh

Strictly Come Dancing 2026 is coming! The eagerly anticipated new series is getting ready to once again light up Saturday and Sunday nights this autumn on BBC One and BBC iPlayer as multi award winning singer-songwriter Delta Goodrem joins the celebrity cast of 2026. Delta Goodrem is one of Australia’s most accomplished and enduring artists, with a career spanning multiple fields including as a singer-songwriter, actress, philanthropist, and entrepreneur. From her record-brea

EXCLUSIVE A Woman Of Substance will return for a second series on Channel 4. TV Zone understands filming will begin in November and air on Channel 4 in 2027. The broadcaster has not yet confirmed the recommission. Based on the multi-million bestselling novel and global phenomenon written by Barbara Taylor Bradford OBE. Previously Emmy-nominated and Channel 4’s biggest ever drama when it was made 40 years ago, this new revenge romp feels as searingly relevant today as it did b

Britain's famous sharpest armchair critics are back to share more of their insightful and passionate takes on the week's biggest and best shows. Each episode is filmed over the previous seven days, covering that week’s TV and news highlights. In each celebrity household, Gogglebox will capture their instant reactions, love/hate relationships and fierce debates on the best and worst television shows of the past week – all from the comfort of their sofas. From the Saturday

First look pictures have been released for the much-anticipated second series of the BBC’s acclaimed detective series Ludwig, starring David Mitchell and Anna Maxwell Martin, which will air later this year on BBC iPlayer and BBC One. Joining the cast as series regulars are Mark Bonnar and Sian Clifford. Ludwig is created and written by Mark Brotherhood and produced by Big Talk Studios (part of ITV Studios), in collaboration with That Mitchell and Webb Company. Series one of t

The BBC has revealed first look images from the upcoming series Ann Droid, from BAFTA and Emmy nominated Diane Morgan. Written by Diane Morgan (Mandy, Cunk) and Sarah Kendall (Frayed, The Other One), the six-part series, made by Boffola Pictures and Witchcraft Industries for BBC iPlayer and BBC One, will launch later this summer. Ann Droid also stars BAFTA nominated Sue Johnston (True Love, The Royle Family) who plays Sue, and Paul Ready (Motherland) who plays her son Michael

Alison O’Donnell is bidding farewell to Shetland, the BBC’s acclaimed murder mystery drama. A Silverprint Pictures production, the new series is currently filming in Scotland and will air on BBC iPlayer and BBC One later this year. As part of the original cast, Alison debuted the role of Tosh in 2013 in the first TV adaptation of the award-winning novels by crime writer Ann Cleeves. However, after 13 years on screen, Alison has made the decision to depart Shetland to explor

The BBC and SISTER have released a first look at The Split Up, a new six-part legal drama for BBC iPlayer and BBC One. With story and characters created by Ursula Rani Sarma (Bodkin, Delicious), based on The Split, created by multiple award-winning Abi Morgan (The Split, Eric). The series is produced by SISTER in association with Little Chick. The new pictures reveal the first glimpse of the Kishan Law family - set within the charged world of Manchester’s high-net-worth divor

James Nelson-Joyce returns as Michael Kavanagh, alongside fellow returning cast members Hannah Onslow as Diana Williams, Michael’s partner, Jack McMullen as Jamie Phelan, Mike Noble as Banksey, Julie Graham as Elaine Phelan, widow of murdered gang leader Ronnie (Sean Bean), and Saoirse-Monica Jackson as Cheryl Crawford. Joining the cast of This City is Ours are Shaun Evans (Until I Kill You, Endeavour) as former gangster Ozzie Thompson, recently out of prison, and Álvaro Mo

ITV have commissioned gripping new drama The Blame, produced by Quay Street Productions (part of ITV Studios), written, developed for television and executive produced by Megan Gallagher. The drama dives into secrets, suspicion and systemic corruption - all under the surface of this seemingly quiet town. Leading the cast is Michelle Keegan (Fool Me Once, Brassic) as DI Emma Crane. Douglas Booth (The Sandman, The Dirt) joins as DI Tom Radley, and Ian Hart (Mr Bates vs. The Pos

Love Island continues tonight on ITV2 and ITVX, here's a full rundown of tonight's episode... SAM AND NAMIBIA CALL TIME ON GETTING TO KNOW EACH OTHER Namibia and Sam have been getting to know each other, and only recently he presented her with a rose. However, it appears their budding romance may have already run its course. Namibia pulls Sam for a chat and says, “I wanted to speak to you. I have enjoyed getting to know you - it has been nice. But I don’t know if it’s there f