PICKS OF THE WEEK: 27 JANUARY-02 FEBRUARY 2025, WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK
What to watch this week.
Alison Hammond's Florida Unpacked
Weekdays, BBC Two
Alison and Aidan show how to live the American dream on wheels, hitting the road in a camper van to explore Florida’s oldest tourist hotspot - Silver Springs State Park. Renting a motorhome abroad might sound like a recipe for chaos, but Alison shows how it can be surprisingly simple and better value than a hotel.
The Cast Aways
Sunday-Thursday, Channel 5
Sisters Lori and Erin embark on the holiday of a lifetime in Fiji. However, after a huge fight, Erin never boards the island-hopping flight to their resort – and the plane, with Lori on board, never arrives at its destination.
Great British Menu
Tuesday-Thursday, BBC Two
It's the 20th anniversary series of Great British Menu, and four chefs compete for north west England with canapes, starters and fish dishes celebrating great Britons of the past for a banquet at historic Blenheim Palace.
Brian And Margaret
Wednesday-Thursday, Channel 4
1989. When Brian Walden and Margaret Thatcher came together for their last ever TV interview, little did they know they were about to embark on one of the most famous political exchanges of all time. The 45-minute showdown became a national talking point and helped set in train a series of events that ended with Margaret’s resignation. Afterwards, they never spoke again…
The Apprentice
Thursday, BBC One
Vying for the opportunity of a lifetime, Lord Sugar’s candidates begin the punishing selection process by running Alpine tours in Austria. Pushing for the highest overall profit, the teams sell and deliver unforgettable glacier and forest experiences.
Death In Paradise
Friday, BBC One
The team look forward to welcoming a new recruit into their midst, whilst Mervin can’t wait to get off the island. But before he catches his flight, he becomes embroiled in the murder of a young man who’s found in a ravine.
Miss Austen
Sunday, BBC One
1830. A letter arrives at Chawton Cottage, where Cassandra Austen has lived alone for many years since the death of her sister Jane. The letter is from Kintbury, once the home of Jane and Cassandra’s dearest friend Eliza.