Prime Video has announced new four-part documentary series Lineker (w/t), produced by Orchard Studios, telling the story of the former footballer turned broadcaster's 50-year career. A teaser shares: "Lineker will tell the definitive story of Gary Lineker’s life and career with nostalgic archive and unseen personal material, from his childhood in Leicester to emerging as a footballing superstar, before becoming a renowned broadcaster, entrepreneur, podcaster and more... "At t

Channel 5 have released first look images and confirmed the launch date for the second series of The Game, the drama series starring Jason Watkins and Robson Green. 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 an isolated house by the sea,

Channel 4 has announced Complicit, a compelling new six-part murder mystery that peers into the shadows of a suburban neighbourhood and the hidden lives of its residents, from Tall Story Pictures and Metropolitan Pictures, written and created by Caroline Carver (The Bay, Grace). Claire Goose (Gone, The Bay) leads the cast as Jen Molloy, starring alongside Moe Dunford (House Of Guinness, The Dry) who plays Jen’s lover, Damian Barr, and Jason O’Mara (The Lincoln Lawyer, The M

5 has commissioned Life Support (w/t), a pioneering reinvention of a well-loved TV genre: the hospital access documentary. The innovative new series uses the techniques, structure and emotional intensity of scripted television to present real life, in a high-pressure medical environment in a totally new way. Produced by Brinkworth Productions for 5, this 5-part series takes viewers into one of Britain's busiest NHS Trusts with new, dramatically inspired, factual storytelli

Only Child, the BBC comedy starring Gregor Fisher and Greg McHugh as father and son has been axed after two series. McHugh plays Richard, an only child and budding actor, who travels back to his family home in Scotland to look after his ageing and wilful dad Ken, played by Fisher. Only Child is a fictional comedy written by Bryce Hart featuring neighbourly squabbles, domestic and inter-generational differences, all told through the lens of Richard and Ken’s comedic father-son

The latest schedules have been confirmed for week commencing 29th August 2026. The full rundown of the new and returning programmes can be found below. Dates Confirmed Vigil (New Series) - Drama Sunday 30th August, 9pm, BBC One Trigger Point (New Series) - Drama Sunday 30th August, 9pm, ITV1 24 Hours In Police Custody (New) - Factual Sunday 30th August, 9pm, Channel 4 Love Cheats (New Series) - Factual Sunday 30th August, 10:15pm, Channel 4 Millionaire Hot Seat (New Series) -

First look images have been released today of the forthcoming must-see finale of River City, BBC Scotland’s drama series which comes to an end on Monday 31 August 2026 after 24 years on screen. In the images, a bloodied Lenny Murdoch (played by Frank Gallagher) stands amidst dramatic fire scene. Meanwhile, Bob O’Hara (Stephen Purdon) looks pensive as he walks Montego Street in Shieldinch. River City will draw to close in an hour-long special episode on Monday 31 August at 9pm

Prime Video has released a brand-new trailer for The Grand Tour, ahead of all six episodes launching exclusively on Prime Video on Friday 4th September. The Grand Tour roars back with celebrated trainspotter and secret petrolhead Francis Bourgeois, alongside James Engelsman and Thomas Holland, the acclaimed creators of the YouTube phenomenon Throttle House, behind the wheel. In their first series at The Grand Tour wheel, Francis, James and Thomas tackle the big, important m

One of Britain's best-loved comedy shows is back for a second series following a successful first series earlier this year and run of specials over the summer. Mock the Week returns to TLC from Sunday 13th September at 9pm, and as Parliament’s recess concludes and Britain emerges from a summer of record-breaking heatwaves and football fever, the show gets straight back to business, pulling apart the week's headlines in real time. Dara Ó Briain once again presides over the fas

The BBC has revealed a first look and the further casting for the third and final instalment of Doctor Foster, coming to BBC iPlayer and BBC One next year. The five-part series - created and written by Mike Bartlett, and made by Drama Republic (Riot Women, One Day) in association with Fictional Company and TeamAkers Productions - will see Suranne Jones, Bertie Carvel and Tom Taylor reprise their roles as Gemma, Simon and Tom after almost a decade. Announced on August 19, Slow

There’s an early Christmas gift for Bookish fans, as UKTV confirms the re-commission of the hit U&alibi drama, created by and starring Mark Gatiss. Viewers will be treated to a brand-new two-part festive special, Bookish: The Crown of Destiny (2x70’) alongside a third series (6x70’) of the much-loved detective drama with the latter set to air in 2027. Bookish is produced by Eagle Eye Drama, part of ITV Studios, with Beta Film handling world sales as international distributor

Gaby Roslin and Dr Bolu Eso are to front a brand new ITV weekend daytime series The Joy Of Pets. The show aims to make trusted veterinary advice more accessible whilst showcasing the skills and dedication of vets who treat our pets. Roslin and Eso will travel the country meeting all sorts of flurry, fluffy and scaly pets. They will meet animals "credited for saving lives, as well as pets at the centre of stories involving love, loyalty and laughter". Gaby Roslin said: "It’s p

Britain's 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 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 night juggernauts

Filmed over ten days, the series will take a forensic look at the inner workings of justice. The jurors will be asked to judge a real life case. Actors will recreate the trial in front of the jurors. What will the juries decide, and why? Will they come to the same conclusion from the exact same evidence presented in the same way or will other factors play a part in their decision? How well will they follow the complexities of the law around loss of control? And after they hav

It has been revealed that the new series of Taskmaster will launch on Thursday 3rd September at 9pm on Channel 4. The quintet of comics who have willingly submitted themselves to the toughest physical and mental examination on television are: critically-acclaimed comedian and Edinburgh Fringe favourite Chloe Petts (Have I Got News For You, BBC One); award-winning comedian, writer, songwriter and actor Isy Suttie (Peep Show, C4); BAFTA winning actor, author, comedian, presente

Stacey Solomon has been announced to join Alan Carr's Wildcard panel on next year's series of The Masked Singer. The news was first revealed by The Sun newspaper. Alan Carr with his razor-sharp wit, infectious laugh and hilarious commentary, will be bringing his own rival team of detectives, the ‘Wild Cards’, to the show with him to guess the identities of the celebrities hidden behind the masks. Carr and his team will go head to head against rival super-sleuths Davina McCall

The unaired festive special of Diane Morgan's hit comedy Mandy, which was pulled from the BBC's Christmas schedule last year, is still planned to air this Christmas, the BBC have confirmed to TV Zone. The episode was pulled from schedules last year after reports the BBC wanted to 'update' parts of the episode before broadcast. Due to the time needed to make these changes, the episode was pushed back to 2026. The BBC have reiterated that the episode will air this Christmas. Th

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 each week, giving their expert view on the dances and delivering their all-important scores. Strict

The air date for the next series of Beat The Chasers has been pushed back by ITV, TV Zone understands. Earlier this year ITV confirmed the eighth series would broadcast in 2026, however it's now looking likely the series won't air until early 2027. An ITV spokesperson told TV Zone: "Beat The Chasers is a proud part of our entertainment slate and, as always, scheduling for the next series is confirmed closer to transmission." Beat The Chasers sees individuals take on all six C

The BBC has announced casting for The Ministry of Time from A24, as filming begins in and around London. The series will star Aoife Hinds (Normal People, Dune: Prophecy) as Sophy and Billy Howle (The Perfect Couple, Under the Banner of Heaven) as Commander Graham Gore. The Ministry of Time is based on Kaliane Bradley’s bestselling debut novel of the same name, adapted by Alice Birch (Normal People, The End We Start From, Dead Ringers), with Aneil Karia (Hamlet, The Gold, Surg

The third series of Romesh Ranganathan's Parents' Evening - originally planned to air this Autumn - will now air in early 2027, TV Zone understands. The show will still air its Christmas special this year. The new series will once again see celebrities teaming up with their daughters, sons, mums or dads in the show where it doesn’t matter what you know, it’s what your mother and father think you know. Packed full of huge laughs and enormous embarrassment, the contestants’ for

A look ahead to next week's episodes of Coronation Street, with a full rundown of each episode. Monday 24th August 2026 After Sally and Tim hear screams from the garden to find Lucy pointing at Jodie accusing her of spying. Later, Lucy asks Tim to take her to see her Mum at the undertakers, but she panics at the door. Later, Tim confesses his guilt over her Mum’s death. How will Lucy react? When Celeste calls in, Todd’s surprised to see her. As Todd sees Celeste out, she sp

A look ahead to next week's episodes of EastEnders, with synopsis and first look images of what's in store. Monday 24th August - The Fox-Truemans continue their efforts to find a stem cell match for Denise. Priya and Jean join forces in a bid to uncover the truth. Tuesday 25th August - Eve and Suki receive a devastating update. A breakthrough offers Denise’s family fresh hope. Penny feels overwhelmed by those around her. Wednesday 26th August - Alfie throws Kat a surprise, a

Britain’s most popular TV awards, voted for entirely by the public, are back this autumn. For over three decades, the public-voted National Television Awards have been the ultimate vox pop of the TV-watching nation. Hosted for the sixth year by the ebullient Joel Dommett, the star-studded event will be held on 8th September 2026 at The O2 London and broadcast live on ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player. THE SHORTLIST IN FULL Reality Competition 1. I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out