ITV OCTOBER PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS, NEW AND RETURNING TITLES REVEALED

The new and returning titles airing on ITV this October revealed.

 THE PARTY

New drama

The Party is a five-part drama based on the acclaimed novel by Elizabeth Day, starring Luke Evans as Martin Gilmour, a journalist shaped by his lifelong friendship with the wealthy and charismatic politician Ben Fitzmaurice, played by Tom Cullen.

 WINTER

New drama

A brilliant mind, a relentless detective: Richard Armitage and Annabel Scholey lead ITV’s new forensic drama Winter. Coming to ITV later this year, Winter is a gripping new six-part police procedural starring Richard Armitage (Missing You, Red Eye, Fool Me Once) as a brilliant but unconventional forensic pathologist at the centre of a compelling crime drama.

Set in Bristol, the series follows Dr Ethan Winter, one of the most gifted pathologists of his generation, whose analytical ability and instinct for reading victims make him an invaluable asset to murder investigations. His unorthodox, rule-breaking methods bring him into partnership with DI Lauren Bell (Annabel Scholey – The Sixth Commandment, Rivals, The Split), a meticulous and driven detective. Together, they form a formidable team, combining forensic insight with sharp investigative work to solve complex cases.

 ADULTERY

New drama

New scandalous drama Adultery is written by award-winning Danny Brocklehurst and produced by Poison Pen Studios. The series is led by Dominic Cooper and Romola Gara. The provocative love story raises questions about class, grief, and the effects of social media, as it takes the viewer on a rollercoaster story of passion, parenthood and peril, as Tom Kirkman and Beth Brookes embark upon a passionate and intense love affair that threatens to uproot their whole lives.

Adultery is naturally authentic and bristling with passion as it focuses upon two ordinary families and messy complications. Adultery introduces us to Tom’s 15-year-old daughter Jess who has found love with schoolmate Ollie, and they can’t take their hands off one another, as love’s young dream becomes all consuming. When Tom meets Ollie’s mum Beth in the most unexpected of circumstances, the two families’ lives are potentially turned upside down forever. Will Tom and Beth be able to control their desires unlike their lovestruck teenagers?

 PRIDE OF BRITAIN AWARDS

New

Pride of Britain Awards returns for its annual celebration. Hosts Carol Vorderman and Ashley Banjo lead the ceremony honouring the nation’s truly inspirational and awe-inspiring, unsung heroes. Held in association with the Daily Mirror and airing on ITV this autumn, the event will be held at the Grosvenor House in London in front of a star studded audience who will gather to celebrate the achievements of people who have acted remarkably in extraordinary situations.

 WIN WIN

Series continues - starts in September

Mel Giedroyc and Sue Perkins return to host the series, where every prize won in the studio is also won by a viewer playing along at home – creating a true ‘win win’ for contestants and viewers alike.

Each episode sees multiple winners walk away with huge prizes including dream holidays, luxury cars, cash and tickets to some of the world’s biggest sporting and entertainment events.  One studio contestant and one viewer at home will also win a coveted place on Millionaire’s Row, giving them the chance to compete for the show’s guaranteed £1 million jackpot.

 THE BLAME

Series continues - starts in September

The Blame is centred around DI Emma Crane and DI Tom Radley investigating a tragic murder in the fictional town of Wakestead. They quickly identify their main suspect, but as the case progresses, an unexpected lead comes to light. As Emma and Tom dig deeper, they uncover a web of lies, institutional cover-ups and moral compromise, which forces Emma to question the people closest to her.

Part propulsive mystery, part social commentary, part love story, The Blame will tackle big questions around policing and will take an unflinching look at who we can really trust. 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 Post Office, The Last Kingdom) is DCI Kenneth Walker.

 THE BOX

Series continues - starts in September

A thrilling new entertainment format hosted by the legendary Gary Lineker that challenges ten celebrities from the worlds of entertainment, music, sport, and politics in an intense competition where they must step into the unknown. Enclosed in yellow boxes at secret locations across the country, the contestants must decipher a wide variety of intense physical, mental, comedic, and mischievous challenges, with minimal or zero guidance.

The pressure mounts at the end of each episode as two players face The Duel, a dramatic head-to-head challenge to avoid elimination. Promising a series full of grand reveals, mind-bending puzzles, and big twists, The Box will rigorously test how these celebrities cope when they are forced to face the unknown.

 THE VOICE UK

Series continues - starts in September

The iconic red chairs are ready to spin once again. Superstar coaches will.i.am and Sir Tom Jones return to the coaching panel, alongside reigning champions Tom Fletcher and Danny Jones from McFly, who made history last series as The Voice UK’s first-ever double chair. Also joining the line-up for Series 14 is international megastar Kelly Rowland, bringing a wealth of industry experience and a fresh new dynamic to the battle to find the next champion of The Voice UK.

At the helm once again is presenter Emma Willis, who will guide the singers through every high note, chair turn, and dramatic showdown as they ultimately battle to win a life-changing record contract with music giants Universal Music Group, £50,000 in cash, and a dream holiday to Universal Orlando Resort in Florida.

 BIG BROTHER

Series continues - starts in September

A new batch of Housemates from every corner of the UK will take up residence in the nation’s most famous home which returns with a stylish new look, setting the stage for eight weeks of drama, laughter and unmissable moments. The series will once again be hosted by AJ Odudu and Will Best.

Prepare for shocking twists, elaborate challenges, high-pressure nominations, and gripping live evictions. As alliances form and rivalries ignite, a group of strangers will go head-to-head in the original social experiment to claim the top spot and take home a life-changing cash prize.

Transmission details will be announced in due course.