First announced by Deadline , Channel 4 have commissioned new factual reality series War Room (w/t), a new series from production company Expectation which will take a group of politicians, military and intelligence experts and put them into a simulated war room. Image: COBRA/ Sky The group will be in a purpose-built bunker, based on the UK's COBRA room (Cabinet Office Briefing Room A) which is used by politicians and senior leaders at times of national and international cris

Sky unveils a first look image of Ella Purnell (Fallout, Yellowjackets) reprising her role as wallflower-turned-killer Rhiannon Lewis in Season 2 of the iconically brazen and darkly comic thriller Sweetpea. Navigating a new promotion, an irresistible rebound, and a copycat killer threatening to expose her, the kill list is mounting. And Rhiannon is forced to question whether her perfect ex AJ, was right: is she a monster? Rish Shah joins the cast as Rhiannon's romantic inte

Small Prophets, the hit series created, written and directed by BAFTA-winning Mackenzie Crook, has captivated audiences, attracting 7.7 million viewers (28-day figure) for episode one, making it the BBC’s biggest new scripted launch of the year to date. It is the biggest comedy launch episode across the market (excluding specials) since Ludwig in 2024 (9.5 million viewers, 28-days). For BBC Two, it’s the biggest comedy episode of the last 10 years, well ahead of The Detectori

In an exclusive sketch for Comic Relief: Funny for Money, raising money for a good cause has never been so 'creative' as Idris Elba, star of award-winning crime thriller series Luther, gets in on the action alongside some other famous faces in the comically thrilling sketch The Bank Job. Celebrities have gone to the extremes over the years in the name of charity, now Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary are joined by a gang of celebrities as they go the extra mile in an attempt

The BBC has announced the further cast joining David Tennant and Siobhan Finneran in the third series of Jimmy McGovern’s BAFTA-winning hit drama Time, as filming begins in Belfast. Time series three is written by multi-award-winning screenwriter Jimmy McGovern (Unforgivable, Cracker, The Street) and Samuel Bailey (Shook). It is made by BBC Studios Fiction for BBC iPlayer and BBC One, in co-production with BritBox. Joining the cast are Vinette Robinson (Boiling Point, The L

P&O Cruises - the headline sponsor for the BAFTA Television Awards - has announced the six nominees for this year’s Memorable Moment Award - the only award decided on by the public. The P&O Cruises Memorable Moment Award honours the impact of television in the UK and its power to entertain, inform and bring the nation together. The nominations were compiled by an esteemed independent jury of influential TV critics showcasing key moments from 2025 that reflect the power of TV

Filming has commenced on the 26th series of Midsomer Murders for ITV1 and ITVX, ahead of Series 25 which is due to air on the broadcaster later this year. The much-loved prime time detective series is a ratings hit around the world and this 4-episode commission will bring the number of episodes available to 148 making DCI Barnaby the most hard-working TV detective. Series 26 will invite viewers back to the picturesque yet surprisingly lethal English countryside for four new f

A look ahead to next week's episodes of Coronation Street, with a full rundown of each episode. Monday 23rd March Having sabotaged Todd’s marathon preparation, Theo joins Sarah, James, Gemma and Chesney at the tram stop and tells them that he knocked on Todd’s door but there was no reply and he must have set off already. Todd wakes up groggy and confused. He’s horrified to realise he’s missed the marathon. As Theo returns to the street with his medal an embarrassed Todd hide

A look ahead to next week's episodes of EastEnders, with synopsis and first look images of what's in store. Monday 23rd March - The Truemans prepare to welcome a visitor, Suki dismisses Vinny’s olive branch, and Bea continues to overfamiliarise herself. Tuesday 24th March - Bea’s emotions get the better of her, Zoe is blindsided , and the Panesars and the Brannings attempt to bond. Wednesday 25th March - The Slaters put on a show of family unity, Vinny makes a gesture, and B

This year’s show is set to be as fun-filled and energy-packed as ever, with an evening of live performances, amazing prizes, surprise cameos, and must-see sketches lined up, all to raise vital funds to help people access food, shelter and safety – the essentials everyone needs to survive, here in the UK and around the world. Red Nose Day presenting royalty Davina McCall will front the full evening of entertainment, joined by comedy heavy‑hitters like Katherine Ryan, Nick Moha

Channel 4 have announced the recommission of the hit music quiz PopMaster TV for a further two series - including two celebrity specials. The 20x60' episodes will be produced by Bright Entertainment, part of ITV Studios, and filmed in Glasgow. Hosted by the legendary Ken Bruce, five contestants go head-to-head to test the depth of their music knowledge over a series of six knockout rounds. The rounds include ‘Intros, Middles and Ends’, ‘Video Gaga’, ‘Pop Years’ and ‘It’s Only

Saturday Night Live UK today announces that Tina Fey, celebrated for her era defining years as head writer and cast member on the US version, will host the launch episode of SNL UK on 21 March. Tina will be joined by a chart-topping musical guest, Isle of Wight indie sensations Wet Leg. On 28 March, critically acclaimed Northern Irish actor Jamie Dornan (Belfast) will be joined by the BRIT Award-winning band Wolf Alice. On 4 April, Academy award-winning British actor Riz Ahm

New Netflix competition series Win the Mall turns retail therapy into a shopping frenzy. Calling all shopaholics! Do you think shopping should be considered an Olympic sport? Bargain hunt like it’s a full-time job? Is retail therapy your form of…actual therapy? Then get ready for the shopping spree of a lifetime, because the new series Win the Mall is the ultimate fantasy retail experience. This high-stakes competition transforms a shopping mall into a thrilling game of strat

Sky has commissioned The 100 Day Split, a bold new relationship series following six couples who have been together since they were young and have now reached a crossroads. They will take on a 100-day challenge, designed to help them rebuild their connection, grow as individuals and determine their future as a couple. In this daring and emotional TV first, produced by Bright Entertainment, part of ITV Studios, partners become singletons, challenging them to put their individ

Channel 4 has commissioned a second series of Game of Wool following the success of its debut run, which ranked among their top 8pm shows for 16–34 year olds last year. Produced by Glasgow-based Hello Halo, Game of Wool is a competitive knitting series hosted by Olympic champion and passionate knitter Tom Daley. The show sees talented creatives gather in the Scottish countryside to compete in a series of knitting challenges, all hoping to be crowned the next TV knitting cham

In an exclusive sketch for Comic Relief: Funny for Money, the BBC’s number one comedy of 2025 Amandaland gets the Red Nose Day treatment in a sketch that promises big names and big laughs. Comical chaos is set to ensue in ‘Amandas-land’ when Amanda (Lucy Punch), joined by Anne (Philippa Dunne), are invited to BBC Broadcasting House for a special live radio interview with Sara Cox – and the pair unexpectedly encounter some of TV’s most legendary Amandas. Caught up in the comed

Michael Sheen has been confirmed as the host for the next series of BBC Two and BBC iPlayer’s House of Games (produced by Banijay UK’s Remarkable Entertainment). The announcement comes following Richard Osman’s decision to step down having presented the series for the past nine years. Sheen’s signing marks the multi-award-winning actor’s debut as quiz show host. He will preside over the recording of 100 episodes that will be broadcast later this year. Michael Sheen says: “Qui

The new and returning programming airing on Channel 4 this April revealed. THE HUNT: PREDATOR VS PREY Deep in a vast unforgiving forest, contestants are dropped into the ultimate real-world game of hide and seek - where losing means walking away with nothing and winning could mean pocketing up to £100,000. Surviving the game isn’t about being the fastest. It’s about being the smartest. Each episode is built around a tense, dog-eat-dog hunt, where each player becomes either

Deep in a vast unforgiving forest, contestants are dropped into the ultimate real-world game of hide and seek - where losing means walking away with nothing and winning could mean pocketing up to £100,000. Surviving the game isn’t about being the fastest. It’s about being the smartest. Each episode is built around a tense, dog-eat-dog hunt, where each player becomes either a Predator or Prey. The Prey hold the cash, desperately trying to protect their winnings while completin

Featuring three gripping new murder mysteries told across six episodes, penned by a mix of returning and fresh writing talent. Episodes one and two were co-written by Daniel Rusteau and two-time Sunday Times bestseller Robert Thorogood, adapted from Robert’s third novel, Queen of Poisons. Episodes three and four were written by Amy Reith, while Julia Gilbert took the reins for episodes five and six. Joining series leads Samantha Bond (Judith Potts), Jo Martin (Suzie Harris)

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 complex, twisty mystery rooted in identity, loyalty and found family. Created for television by Justin Young (Death In Paradise, Sanditon, Dickensian, Ripper Street) it’s a compelling coming of age adventure featuring a stellar cast led by Dougray Scott with breakout stars from shows like Adolescence and Heartstopper. Set in a secret

Kate Phillips (Peaky Blinders) returns in the lead as headstrong Miss Scarlet, alongside Tom Durant-Pritchard (The Forsytes) as Detective Inspector Alexander Blake. The returning cast includes Cathy Belton (Philomena) as Ivy, Eiza’s housekeeper and mother figure; Paul Bazely (Benidorm) as Clarence; Simon Ludders (Broadchurch) as Mr. Potts; and Felix Scott (The Archers, R4) as Patrick Nash. The end of Miss Scarlet Series 5 left fans on a tantalizing note as Alexander Blake inv

I Bought It At Auction (6x60') with Sarah Beeny, a series exploring the risks and rewards of property auctions, and produced by Little Gem and Knockers TV. Each of the six episodes will follow the people who bravely buy a property at auction, from the initial purchase through to the final renovation. Beeny will be on hand to offer her advice and guidance to the buyers as she follows the highs and low of their property journey. Sarah Beeny said: "Buying property at auction is

The hit health series Just One Thing comes to our TV screens with Zoe Ball, Roman Kemp and Clive Myrie travelling the country, asking people to make one small change, for some big benefits... From dancing yourself happier, to eating mackerel for your heart, to soaking in a hot bath to help you sleep – they share the simple and surprising things we could all do, to improve our lives. Michael Mosley’s popular podcast Just One Thing transformed how audiences think about health a