The Daily Connect team bring you a great mix of news, features, interviews and music
Thu, Oct 29, 9:00 am
RNIB Connect
180 mins
Vernon Kay
Vernon's mid-morning fun includes delving into the BBC archive in Vernon's Vault and our guest this week on Tracks Of My Years selects their next two tracks.
Magazine show with news and topical items, celebrity guests, expert advice, real-life stories, competitions and a mix of cookery, health, beauty, lifestyle and more. [S]
Breaking sports news, big name guests and opinionated debate on the day's top stories. Call the show on 03717 22 33 44 (Calls charged at national rate) or text 81089 (50p + charges).
Love You to Death: Classic detective series. Dempsey is stalked by a psychopathic admirer who hates Makepeace for being with him and has a deadly way of showing her affection. [S,AD] S2 Ep3
The Resident Patient: Another outing for the cerebral sleuth. A doctor visits Holmes on behalf of a friend and sponsor whose fragile peace of mind has been thrown into turmoil. [S,AD] S1 Ep11
Past Imperfect: A letter from Diane and a revelation by the train driver leaves Ric feeling she killed herself. Connie visits her father in hospital and recalls her painful childhood. [S]
Thu, Oct 29, 10:50 am
U&Drama+1
65 mins
Help! We Bought a Village
In France, Paul and Yip pick up the keys to their new cottage, while Tony and Terry receive some bad news. And in Italy, Martine's builders connect her cellar to the mains. (S4 Ep3/35) [S]
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Dion is delighted with the space on offer to play football in Northamptonshire. Martin finds you need to wipe your feet on the way out of a house in Derbyshire. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Peter Shilton & Peter Schmeichel: Peter Shilton and Peter Schmeichel hunt for antique profits across Cheshire with experts Paul Laidlaw and Mark Stacey. (S2, ep 8) [S]
Gordon Ramsay revisits three restaurants that he helped - Lido, Anna Vincenzo's and Le Bistro. Have the owners put his advice to good use? (S4 Ep10) [S]
(1957) Comedy. Kenneth More stars as the perfect butler, who assumes command when he, his aristocratic employer (Cecil Parker) and his family and friends are shipwrecked on a desert island. [AD,S]
This week's technical challenge is iced fingers and after seven weeks of gruelling challenges, the four remaining bakers must prove they are worth a place in the final. S2/Ep7 [S]
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Join Gemporia for an exclusive showcase of incredible American Fire Opal with its rich colour and fascinating history, this gemstone is one not to miss.
There are mystery prizes and a cash jackpot up for grabs in this thrill-packed quiz for any player with the skill to see off their human rivals and conquer the machine. [S]
Magazine show with news and topical items, celebrity guests, expert advice, real-life stories, competitions and a mix of cookery, health, beauty, lifestyle and more. [S]
The artisan restorers behind Drew Pritchard's antiques empire save an iconic Eames lounge chair. And, they revive an unusual 90-year old oil lamp and a glamourous steam trunk. S1/Ep1 [S,AD]
Harvey Keitel: A glimpse into the life and career of Academy Award-nominated actor Harvey Keitel, who has featured in Thelma & Louise, Reservoir Dogs and Bugsy. (S12, ep 12) [S]
Sardinia and Sicily: Rick Stein explores the food of the Mediterranean. In Sardinia, Rick watches the local fishermen catch mullet using age-old methods, then takes a ferry to Sicily. [S,AD]
Beer Factor: In Wisconsin, the heartland of beer, Frank is surprised to bump into an old Oktoberfest friend. And the guys secretly prepare a surprise build for Danielle. (S16 Ep16) [AD,S]
The Demon Who Came in from the Cold: Classic US supernatural drama. Cole poses as Belthazar to infiltrate an organisation that is run by evil and plans to control global information. [S] S3 Ep19
A Family Way: US teen drama series. Dawson is shocked to discover that his mother is pregnant, Jen tells Joey to visit a clinic for birth control advice, and a girl fancies Jack. [S] S4 Ep5
Coverage of the statement by housing, communities and local government minister Jim McMahon updating MPs on the review of local government reorganisation, on Thursday 29 October. [S]
When a Tree Falls: Mitch helps Cam to save an old tree in the park, while Jay and Manny go beyond their comfort zones at a kid's Olympics-themed birthday party. (S4 Ep9) [AD,S]
Another Little Piece of My Heart: Walker and Carol suspect that a landowner's wife may be the victim of domestic abuse, and Phil and Gina share some good news with the village. [S,AD] S16 Ep14
...Front Line. The captain of a luxury yacht sails into problems near Vancouver Island. Plus, the suspicions of Alberta officers are raised by a doggedly determined driver. (S3, ep 10) [S,AD]
Patrick's accountant, has got himself in a fix and asks Patrick to cover for him. But Patrick is not keen on deceiving people and finds it difficult to lie on his behalf. S4 E2: An Affair To Forget
Huddersfield. Dannica takes her guests on a culinary round-the-world tour. But with such an ambitious menu, will she be flying high or will her guests be checking out early? (Ep1/5) [S]
Patrick's accountant, has got himself in a fix and asks Patrick to cover for him. But Patrick is not keen on deceiving people and finds it difficult to lie on his behalf. S4 E2: An Affair To Forget
Leading a Duck to Water. Callum challenges the bros to lead his giant rubber duck to water, as Adam decides to take Quakius Maximus to the skies. And both bros face the Gladiators referees. [S]
Ski Lodge: Frasier's plans for a family holiday end in a romantic farce involving the Cranes, Daphne, her friend and a ski instructor. (S5 Ep14) [AD,S]
The Resident Patient: Another outing for the cerebral sleuth. A doctor visits Holmes on behalf of a friend and sponsor whose fragile peace of mind has been thrown into turmoil. [S,AD] S1 Ep11
Sporty Audrey. Audrey flexes her sporting skills with a table tennis lesson and a family game of mini-golf. And she even teaches Mum some very bendy yoga! Join in! Also in HD. [S]
Lord of the Trees: Drama series. When the Sheriff is out of town and leaves Gisburne in charge, Gisburne hires a band of ruthless Flemish mercenaries to tackle Robin and his band. [S] S2 Ep3
When Nothing Else Matters: Cal tries to impress Lily as they work together on a patient who appears to have used the internet to diagnose himself with a brain tumour. [S,AD]
Sisters Lynne and Samantha are pooling their money to buy their dream property in the beautiful Spanish countryside of inland CÂadiz. Danni Menzies shows them what their £60k can buy. [S]
Join Eric Knowles for today's show from Guildford in Surrey, with experts Raj Bisram and Stephanie Connell. Eric learns about the harsh realities of life in a Victorian workhouse. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Stealing First Base: When Bart's class is temporarily merged with another at school, he has to share a desk with a girl called Nikki and soon develops a crush on her. (S21 Ep15/23) [AD,S]
The Day of the Dead One: Fiery bride Jenna is in for a scary surprise as her fiancÂe Nathan is planning a Mexican Day of the Dead themed wedding for her. [S]
Mistery Date: When Claire takes Manny and Luke along to Alex's academic decathlon for the weekend, Phil attempts to throw together a boys' night at the house. (S4 Ep8) [AD,S]
(1957) Comedy. Kenneth More stars as the perfect butler, who assumes command when he, his aristocratic employer (Cecil Parker) and his family and friends are shipwrecked on a desert island. [AD,S]
The three finalists must bake for The Great British Bake Off's street party making a selection of petits fours and puff pastry. Only one can take home the Bake Off trophy. S2/Ep8 [S]
Toby Cavill will be showcasing Namibian Diamonds in this hour, which continue to be one of the most valuable Diamond varieties in the world. Dont miss out!
There are mystery prizes and a cash jackpot up for grabs in this thrill-packed quiz for any player with the skill to see off their human rivals and conquer the machine. [S]
Michelle's must-haves all have one thing in common: they'll make your life easier! So sit back, relax and discover our exciting range. Call free on 0800 200 66 66 or visit www.musthaveideas.tv
When Sue Hughes falls for Ste, she sends him £100,000 for his cancer treatment. Sue's life falls apart when she discovers that everything is a lie. S1/Ep6 [S,AD]
Izzie Balmer and Tim Medhurst scour Wales for antiques to sell at auction. Izzie discovers a traditional outfit and Tim finds a lion-shaped pin cushion. S23/Ep2 [S]
A look at the life and music of Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen, who was known for his poetic lyrics and iconic songs, such as Bird on the Wire and Hallelujah. (S5, ep 21) [S]
The Boswells discover their street is going to be redeveloped, so they go to the local councillor and make their feelings known. S6 E5: Badgers and Otters
Weekend Treats: The Bikers show how to turn the weekend into a gourmet extravaganza without breaking the bank as they share some money-saving secrets. [S]
It's Dave's turn to take on the Banker for a chance at the 100,000-pound jackpot as Stephen Mulhern hosts the iconic game show with only one question. [S,AD]
Huddersfield. Ann-Marie hosts an evening of 50s glamour, complete with crazy concoctions and fancy Italian nosh. But will musical mayhem and terrible jokes scupper her chances? (Ep2/5) [S]
Iain and Miranda learn some new skills and give their former rectory a much-needed facelift. And in Somerset, Sarah wants to create a magical bedroom for her young boys. (Ep19/20) [AD,S]
Beer Factor: In Wisconsin, the heartland of beer, Frank is surprised to bump into an old Oktoberfest friend. And the guys secretly prepare a surprise build for Danielle. (S16 Ep16) [AD,S]
The Demon Who Came in from the Cold: Classic US supernatural drama. Cole poses as Belthazar to infiltrate an organisation that is run by evil and plans to control global information. [S] S3 Ep19
Flexibility. Levi proves to Kenzie that his relationship won't be a distraction. Kenzie works to shoo an overbearing parent from the gym. Ruby tries to see if Heath still has a girlfriend. [S,AD]
Flexibility. Levi proves to Kenzie that his relationship won't be a distraction. Kenzie works to shoo an overbearing parent from the gym. Ruby tries to see if Heath still has a girlfriend. [S,AD]
Mission: New Neighbour. Therapy dog Toffee and his owner, Helen, are on a mission to help their new neighbours, Kayla the vet and her daughter Tilly, on moving-in day. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Day two of the budget debate in the House of Commons, opened by shadow chancellor Andrew Griffith on behalf of the opposition, followed by a response from the government, on Thursday 29 October. [S]
American History X-cellent: When Mr Burns is arrested for art fraud, Smithers shakes things up at the power plant, so Homer and his friends plot to break Mr Burns out of jail. (S21 Ep17/23) [AD,S]
When a Tree Falls: Mitch helps Cam to save an old tree in the park, while Jay and Manny go beyond their comfort zones at a kid's Olympics-themed birthday party. (S4 Ep9) [AD,S]
Join the Loose Women panellists as they interview celebrity guests and discuss the day's most topical issues, from current affairs to celebrity gossip and the latest showbiz news. [S]
A fascinating look at American rock band The Doors. Led by Jim Morrison, they were one of the most revolutionary and influential bands of the 60s. (S5, ep 18) [S]
Owl Butterfly and Sunbittern. Aneeshwar and Lizzie meet two amazing animals and reveal a surprising connection between them. This time, it's the giant owl butterfly and the sunbittern. Also in HD. [S]
Seeds of Destruction: Younger discovers that his career is on the line after a prisoner dies in police custody, and Carol finds herself in conflict with a young herbalist. [S,AD] S16 Ep15
Huddersfield. Iram hosts her first-ever dinner party with an evening of classic Pakistani home cooking and some banging bhangra. Is it all too much for the rookie cook? (Ep3/5) [S]
Go, Go, Go Joseph. The girls' choir hits the nationals, James has to step out of dance because he's not feeling 100 per cent, and the Joseph cast takes the stage! Will they all shine? [S,AD]
Wildlife Photographer. Wildlife photographer Lara shows how she uses her camera trap to take photos of animals in the wild when she's not there. Also in HD. [S]
Go, Go, Go Joseph. The girls' choir hits the nationals, James has to step out of dance because he's not feeling 100 per cent, and the Joseph cast takes the stage! Will they all shine? [S,AD]
Waffle is a Listening Dog. Waffle tries to impress on his first day as a listening dog at school. Mrs Hobbs arrives to collect Waffle, but her cat, George, goes missing. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Lord of the Trees: Drama series. When the Sheriff is out of town and leaves Gisburne in charge, Gisburne hires a band of ruthless Flemish mercenaries to tackle Robin and his band. [S] S2 Ep3
(1966) Gregory Peck stars in Stanley Donen's spy thiller. An Oxford professor is unwittingly drawn into a deadly web of political intrigue. With Sophia Loren and Alan Badel. [S]
Debt of Love: Boyden risks everything to save his wayward daughter from the clutches of moneylender Ashley Mullen, while CID plan a covert operation to arrest her on drugs charges. [S]
Liz and Noel adore Tenerife and want a home from home for £320k to escape to and enjoy the winter sun. Will a cosy apartment in Los Cristianos or a Golden-mile gem be perfect for them? [S]
19/20. Game show presented by Rick Edwards in which players score points by answering questions correctly while avoiding the Impossible answers. Also in HD. [S]
Six contestants face off against each other in four rounds of general knowledge questions presented by host Bradley Walsh in order to win a cash prize. (S2, ep 3) [S]
Bart's Birthday: Bart has to organise his own birthday party when Homer forgets to post the invitations. Mr Burns fakes his own death. (S36 Ep1/18) [AD,S]
Good MOURNING, Arcadia!: Laura and Dan try to shape up their knowledge as they enter Arcadia. Kenny brings a secret weapon. Ivy gets confused over what sound a bus makes. (S10 Ep16) [AD,S]
Stealing First Base: When Bart's class is temporarily merged with another at school, he has to share a desk with a girl called Nikki and soon develops a crush on her. (S21 Ep15/23) [AD,S]
James starts his British foodie journey in the Scilly Isles, home of world-class seafood. He's joined by Michelin-starred chef, Galton Blackiston. S1/Ep1 [S]
The game of words hosted by Adil Ray - crossing words alongside the reigning Lingo champions are Birmingham couple Thofeq and Muslima and auntie and nephew Jemma and Jonathan. [S]
When Amy disappears, police have a suspect but no crime scene, no body and no evidence. It takes an unexpected informant to blow the case wide open. S1/Ep11 [S]
Whilst on a road trip through Wales, Izzie finds an ornament from the WWI trenches and Tim is delighted to discover some chocolate that's 100 years old. S23/Ep3 [S]
Galloping Foxley: John Mills stars in this twisted tale. A man starts to suffer when he becomes haunted by the memory of the brutal treatment he received in his childhood. (S2, ep 2) [S,AD]
Rowdy teenagers cause problems at the local liquor store and a man creates a medical emergency by swallowing drugs right before his arrest. Flashing images. (S2, ep 23) [S]
New. Cowley to Hunton Bridge: Robbie mends a leaky pump on the Naughty Lass on the Grand Union Canal. In Watford, he visits a TV legend's home and buys gas from a friendly fuel boat. [S,AD]
A serving of sports news, guests and a sideways look at the big stories of the day. Call the show on 03717 22 33 44 (Calls charged at national rate) or text 81089 (50p + charges).
Brian and Kelly: Stephen Mulhern hosts as he takes a trip back to revisit Brian and Kelly's electrifying Deal or No Deal battles with the infamous Banker. [S] S1 Ep5
It's Dave's turn to take on the Banker for a chance at the 100,000-pound jackpot as Stephen Mulhern hosts the iconic game show with only one question. [S,AD]
Huddersfield. Brilliance treats her guests to a taste of her native Zimbabwe, with colourful fare, traditional Zulu dancing and chicken like they've never experienced before... (Ep4/5) [S]
In Clynderwen, Ffion and Georgia fix up a terrace that's still full of stuff when they get the keys. Can they make a profit in a volatile market? (S5 Ep7) [S]
Iain and Miranda learn some new skills and give their former rectory a much-needed facelift. And in Somerset, Sarah wants to create a magical bedroom for her young boys. (Ep19/20) [AD,S]
Rowan Atkinson stars as the hapless Mr. Bean. In this original award-winning episode, he takes an exam, sunbathes and goes to church with Richard Briers. Ep1: Mr. Bean
The Yellow Lotus: The Simpsons stumble across a mystery and an old enemy while they're on holiday at a peculiar island resort. Dr Hibbert drugs an otter. (S36 Ep2/18) [AD,S]
Drawn & Quartered: The vibes aren't exactly relaxing in Huntington Beach because Rene's running on two hours sleep and makes it everyone else's problem. (S10 Ep17) [AD,S]
American History X-cellent: When Mr Burns is arrested for art fraud, Smithers shakes things up at the power plant, so Homer and his friends plot to break Mr Burns out of jail. (S21 Ep17/23) [AD,S]
The latest headlines from around the world at lunchtime with reports and analysis from ITV's Correspondents, all of which are followed by a national weather forecast. [S]
Join the Loose Women panellists as they interview celebrity guests and discuss the day's most topical issues, from current affairs to celebrity gossip and the latest showbiz news. [S]
Georgy Porgy: Joan Collins stars in a twisted tale. George has problems with female attention, but when a beautiful woman joins his congregation things are set to change. (S2, ep 3) [S,AD]
The Food Chain examines the business, science and cultural significance of food, and what it takes to put food on your plate.
Thu, Oct 29, 1:32 pm
BBC World Sv.
27 mins
Do I Say I Do?
George's fiancee regrets due to a bad marriage 10 years ago. George wishes that he could change things and suddenly finds himself 10 years back in time.
Picture of Innocence: DCI Barnaby becomes the prime suspect when a local photographer is murdered - will he be able to clear his name as the evidence mounts against him? [S,AD] S10 Ep6
Kick. The adventures of 26 lively letters who can make words come to life by holding hands. K can kick but C can't - so it's word-magic-for-goalposts and a kid keeping score. Also in HD. [S]
Huddersfield. Adam serves up a menu inspired by his favourite Chinese buffet... in Spain! With vacay vibes aplenty and Adam's alter ego paying a visit, can he bag the grand? (Ep5/5) [S]
...Derren Brown. 9/11. Moral crusade or a publicity ploy? Derren Brown explores Houdini's war against fraudulent psychics, his fallout with Arthur Conan Doyle, and his rivalry with Margery the medium.
12/25. Comedian Jason Manford hosts an exciting, fast-paced quiz show, where three couples face a series of 50/50 questions which hurtle The Answer Run down towards them. Also in HD. [S]
(1966) Gregory Peck stars in Stanley Donen's spy thiller. An Oxford professor is unwittingly drawn into a deadly web of political intrigue. With Sophia Loren and Alan Badel. [S]
New. The Moon family spectacularly implodes as fight night finally comes to pass at the hands of an unravelling Michael. Mercy's sister creates havoc when she arrives on the Square. [S]
Stella's after a bolthole in Italy's Lazio region. Lee Juggurnauth smashes the search with a place that has Stella moving in before she's even stepped inside! But will she make an offer? [S]
...Throwbacks with Haroon Rashid. Haroon Rashid plays big anthems and tunes you haven't heard in ages! From Bollywood, Bhangra, hip-hop, R&B, UK garage and British Asian beats all mashed up!
Thu, Oct 29, 2:00 pm
BBC Asian Net.
60 mins
Nishma Hindocha
Trusted local news, information and advice, and great music for your afternoon.
Thu, Oct 29, 2:00 pm
BBC Cumbria
240 mins
Nishma Hindocha
Trusted local news, information and advice, and great music for your afternoon.
Thu, Oct 29, 2:00 pm
BBC Lancashire
240 mins
Simone Riley
Stacey brings you celebrity interviews, the music you love and afternoon updates.
Thu, Oct 29, 2:00 pm
BBC Manchester
240 mins
Helen Jones
News, great music, fun and the local issues that matter to you.
13/20. JJ Chalmers is on the lookout for quality discarded items at Wallyford recycling centre in East Lothian, hoping to bag three things that can be rejuvenated and sold on for cash. Also in HD. [S]
Matt Chorley brings you big political guests, the key news of the day, and your views on the issues that matter to you. Text 85058 (charged at your standard message rate).
Thu, Oct 29, 2:00 pm
BBC R5L
120 mins
Clara Amfo
Trevor brings you some of the best music from across the decades to get you through the afternoon.
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Thu, Oct 29, 2:00 pm
BBC World Sv.
6 mins
The Next Step: Cheer
Cheer Captain Election. Layla and Melody campaign against each other for cheer captain. Meanwhile, Ashton starts a side hustle to make some extra cash, and Heath debates returning to dance. [S,AD,SL]
Anne-Marie Minhall presents her own selection of classical music favourites, including the Hall of Fame 3 at 3 - three pieces of music from the Classic FM Hall of Fame chart.
The Kara-te Kid: Inspired by the Karate Kid films, Adam and the other Adam Goldberg face off in a karate match to settle their long-running feud for good. (S4 Ep16) [AD,S]
Warren Boone, the chief people officer of restaurant chain Coco's Bakery, steps off the corporate ladder to get a taste of life on the company's front line. (S11 Ep6/9) [S]
Bart's Birthday: Bart has to organise his own birthday party when Homer forgets to post the invitations. Mr Burns fakes his own death. (S36 Ep1/18) [AD,S]
James returns to one of his favourite places in the UK, Cornwall, with Michelin-starred chef, Galton Blackiston. Dishes include tasty seafood tapas. S1/Ep2 [S]
The Arabelles and Whistles: Warwick Davis hosts as a team of five university friends take on a series of Top 10 list questions, but have they got what it takes to win a cash prize? [S] S6 Ep26
David Dickinson and his team of dealers are at Sheffield Town Hall, where there are spectacular results at auction for a set of game cards and a collection of over 200 comics. [S,AD]
King Con: Adventure series about a European crime-fighting team. Caroline plans revenge on behalf of a friend who has been swindled out of a 12th-century ivory icon by a trickster. [S] S1 Ep8
15-year-old Elizabeth Ennen was last seen when a friend dropped her home, but police find a piece of CCTV that turns the case in an unexpected direction. S2/Ep10 [S]
Painting conservator Lucia restores a historic painting of Charles II. Goldsmith Richard repairs a broken engagement ring, and an ornate chest from Oman is fixed. S6/Ep42 [S]
Fly-on-the-wall documentary series following the men and women who defend Australia from drug runners, illegal immigrants and terrorists. (S11, ep 13) [S]
Car news and views. Richard tests the Coupe Cabriolets from Renault and Peugeot, Jeremy drives the Citroen C2 and Vauxhall Monaro, and the special guest is Sanjeev Bhaskar. [S,AD]
Stephen Mulhern hosts a celebrity special of the classic game show with Tom Allen, Fleur East, and Simon Gregson all trying to 'say what they see' in aid of their chosen charity. [S,AD]
Brian and Kelly: Stephen Mulhern hosts as he takes a trip back to revisit Brian and Kelly's electrifying Deal or No Deal battles with the infamous Banker. [S] S1 Ep5
Cold. Preschool series. The Teletubbies are outside in the cold when they spot the Tiddlytubbies, who are inside and warm. They put on hats, gloves and scarves to keep warm. Also in HD. [S]
Colin Murray, Rachel Riley and Susie Dent host, with Ellie Simmonds in Dictionary Corner, as contestants race against the clock to pit their wits against vowels, consonants and numbers. [S]
In Clynderwen, Ffion and Georgia fix up a terrace that's still full of stuff when they get the keys. Can they make a profit in a volatile market? (S5 Ep7) [S]
Thu, Oct 29, 2:10 pm
Channel 4+1
60 mins
The Call of Cthudo
By James Henry. Five colourful detectives awaken in a country house with a corpse, no escape and no memory. Part comedy-mystery, part cosmic-horror, where nothing obeys the rules.
Retired pro-rugby player Steve Lloyd and his partner Kathy Leather host first, at Copper Beech House in Malvern, Worcestershire. But they find Phil's sausage feedback hard to swallow. [S]
...A Teagarden Mystery. When the owner of the diner where Aurora Teagarden works is killed, her new boyfriend becomes the primary suspect. Stars Skyler Samuels. (2024)[S]
Alaska. Children's wildlife documentary. The team battle freezing conditions to view a wolverine and Arctic foxes, and search for where bald eagles arrive to feed on salmon. [S,SL]
Hit 70s sitcom starring Jimmy Jewel and Hylda Baker as brother and sister Eli and Nellie Pledge, forced to run a family pickle factory together in Lancashire. S5, E4: A Man And A Woman
18/20. Michael's exploration of Essex reaches Chelmsford, where the city's bishop relates her story of escape from Iran after the Islamic revolution of 1979. Also in HD. [S,AD]
The Yellow Lotus: The Simpsons stumble across a mystery and an old enemy while they're on holiday at a peculiar island resort. Dr Hibbert drugs an otter. (S36 Ep2/18) [AD,S]
The latest headlines from around the world at lunchtime with reports and analysis from ITV's Correspondents, all of which are followed by a national weather forecast. [S]
The Motive: A man, who has a theory that murders committed without motive are rarely solved, is coaxed by his friend into killing someone. (S3, ep 17) [S]
Fly-on-the-wall documentary series following the men and women who defend Australia from drug runners, illegal immigrants and terrorists. (S11, ep 14) [S]
Magnets and Teddy Bears. Maddie is looking at toys. She uses a special camera to find out how the magnets on a train set work and visits a factory to see how teddy bears are made. Also in HD. [S]
Pint-Sized Picker: Mike Wolff and Frank Fritz take their nephew on his first pick and visit an 1890s home that belonged to an opera singer. [S] S2 Ep13
New. Michael torments Eddie as Tyler's life hangs in the balance. Carol forces Vanessa to admit the truth about her tryst, and a broken Anthony seeks solace from an unexpected place. [S]
10/20. Briony May Williams is on her home turf in Somerset as she helps a couple with a budget of £500k swap their narrowboat for a more traditional house on terra firma. Also in HD. [S]
Della and John welcome their rivals to the pet-friendly Dog in a Doublet in Peterborough. Phil and Sharon find something unusual in their loo, while Lowrie bonds with Gordon the pig. [S]
Bed Lamb. Shaun fakes sickness to have a day off in his secret den, but things don't go to plan when, one by one, the rest of the flock join the ruse, making Bitzer suspicious. [S]
The latest news and weather from around the North West. [S]
Thu, Oct 29, 2:55 pm
ITV1+1
5 mins
Please Sir!
The school is celebrating the headmaster's birthday with varying success. And the students seem to be having romantic issues that Sir feels he has to intervene to help resolve. S2 E12: Mixed Doubles
Leeds. Nursing manager Sarah takes inspiration from her husband's Middle Eastern heritage as she serves up a Turkish menu, on an evening featuring tattoos, beauty tips and twerking. (Ep1/5) [AD,S]
It's almost the spookiest night of the year, and Kan D Man wants to see your haunted houses! Send in your pictures and show your scariest looks and your spookiest decorations.
Clare meets Karen Skeel who runs a bed and breakfast halfway along the Coast to Coast footpath. They explore a circular route out of Keld, along the banks of the River Swale.
19/20. Arriving in the Essex market town of Witham, Michael heads into the countryside to visit Terling Place, one of the county's great country houses. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Brian and Sue want a place that all of their family can enjoy in the relaxed beachside town of La Cala de Mijas in Spain. Jean Johansson shows them what £200k can buy. [S]
A Fair to Remember: The family go to the annual school fair, and Phil plans a big 20th wedding anniversary surprise for Claire at the fairgrounds. (S5 Ep7) [AD,S]
Mayor of Fontana, Acquanetta Warren, goes undercover in the Californian city to spend time with sewer workers and the fire brigade to see how the city is recovering from Covid. (S11 Ep7/9) [S]
The Kara-te Kid: Inspired by the Karate Kid films, Adam and the other Adam Goldberg face off in a karate match to settle their long-running feud for good. (S4 Ep16) [AD,S]
Si takes Dave around his beloved home turf of Tyne and Wear, and Newcastle. They visit the Angel of the North, and a bakery that makes delicious stotties. S1/Ep8 [S]
Bradley Walsh hosts as mystery Chaser Maverick tries to live up to being a part of the greatest quiz team in the world and more contestants think that they can beat the Chasers. [S,AD] S7 Ep8
The fast-paced game of words hosted by Adil Ray - fighting it out alongside the reigning Lingo champions are married couple Karen and Chris and brother and sister Ayman and Nadia. [S]
David Dickinson and his team of dealers are at Sheffield Town Hall, where there are spectacular results at auction for a set of game cards and a collection of over 200 comics. [S,AD]
King Con: Adventure series about a European crime-fighting team. Caroline plans revenge on behalf of a friend who has been swindled out of a 12th-century ivory icon by a trickster. [S] S1 Ep8
When April Barber was murdered at a remote beauty spot, her husband said he tried to stop the killer and even appealed for help on TV. Experts analyse his deception. S3/Ep9 [S,AD]
Drew does battle at a castle in Essex in a quest for architectural antiques. Plus, he drives a hard bargain on automobile memorabilia in Lancashire. S7/Ep7 [S]
The War in Vietnam: A look at the complexities that led to America's involvement in the Vietnam War and how it changed America in ways that reverberate even today. (S1, ep 4) [S,AD]
Fly-on-the-wall documentary series following the men and women who defend Australia from drug runners, illegal immigrants and terrorists. (S11, ep 15) [S]
Truck Rescue: Guy joins a multi-generational family business who rescue crashed or broken-down HGVs as he learns the physics of truck recovery and operates a crane during a complex rescue. [S,AD]
(1974) Frank Langella plays a Mexican nobleman who returns home to find officials bleeding the country dry. So he dons a black mask and cape and becomes the avenging Zorro. [AD,S]
Stephen Mulhern hosts a celebrity special of the classic game show with Tom Allen, Fleur East, and Simon Gregson all trying to 'say what they see' in aid of their chosen charity. [S,AD]
Thu, Oct 29, 3:05 pm
ITV2+1
65 mins
The Inquiry
The Inquiry gets beyond the headlines to explore the trends, forces and ideas shaping the world.
Colin Murray, Rachel Riley and Susie Dent host, with Ellie Simmonds in Dictionary Corner, as contestants race against the clock to pit their wits against vowels, consonants and numbers. [S]
Reality series. The gang celebrate Jordan's 30th birthday with a Moulin Rouge themed party. However, not everyone is in the mood to celebrate. [S] S35 Ep11
Pink Dawn. Animated series. Supervillain the Princess is determined to pinkify the world. Only Danger Mouse dressed as a little girl can save us. [S,AD]
New. There's bad news from the hospital as Philip's condition deteriorates. Daphne advises Terry to just give Charles the tape. Daphne is horrified that Des is thinking of asking Sarah to stay on. [S]
Phil and Sharon hope to impress their guests with their added extras at The Torcroft Boutique B&B in Torquay. A spot of sailing blows away the tension, but the gloves come off at breakfast. [S]
We the Council. The heroes and the Council of Happiness swap jobs, and when the council fail in their quest, the whole forest is at risk of being flooded by Stinkystuff. [S,AD]
Coconut Crabs. Animated deep sea adventures with Captain Barnacles and his explorers. Kwazii finds a mysterious, unbreakable coconut, so the Octonauts seek out help to open it. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Leeds. Wannabe clairvoyant Janet hosts a ghoulish fright night full of surprises and practical jokes in her 'haunted' house. But is her food tasty or terrifying? (Ep2/5) [AD,S]
1/6. New boss Marcus attempts a high-risk move for a misbehaving shark, Andrew builds a cave for a reclusive lobster, and star attraction Friday the turtle receives a nasty bite. Also in HD. [S,AD]
ClosetCon '13: Jay begrudgingly returns to ClosetCon, and things get interesting when he's reunited with some old colleagues. Cam takes Mitch and Lily to the Tucker family farm. (S5 Ep8) [AD,S]
Fly-on-the-wall documentary series following the men and women who defend Australia from drug runners, illegal immigrants and terrorists. (S11, ep 16) [S]
Lady Lavender's money goes astray and she calls in the police. Will her money turn up at the bishop's auction inside one of the Meldrum vases? S2 E4 The Meldrum Vases
The Tale of the New Hideout. Animated series. When the rabbits are forced out of their secret treehouse, they learn that keeping their new hideout a secret will be difficult. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Deadliest Ice Road: Nail-biting documentary series. Drivers Hugh, Alex, Rick and Drew travel north of the Arctic Circle to cut their teeth on a new ice road over a frozen ocean. [S] S3 Ep1
Pint-Sized Picker: Mike Wolff and Frank Fritz take their nephew on his first pick and visit an 1890s home that belonged to an opera singer. [S] S2 Ep13
Family Photo. The kids accidentally destroy a beloved family photo and decide to make it up to Mom and Dad by hiring a photographer to take a new one. [S]
Natasha is shocked to discover Mark has bought a flat, Ryan demands the millionaire stop messing his mother around, and Katie is unimpressed with Nathan's behaviour. [S,AD]
5/25. Will Samantha's saintly letter prove a big seller with the dealers? And does Claire from Yorkshire see a profit in her crystal ball? Who knows what the future holds? Also in HD. [S]
The Tour Guide Badge. Animated preschool series. Gerbie the snake is on holiday and would like to see all the beautiful sights. Duggee can help - he does have his tour guide badge! Also in HD. [S,AD]
Mark and Lowrie host the last visit, at the 600-year-old Rhydspence Inn in Herefordshire. The medieval character charms the guests, but some of the practicalities prove painful. [S]
Looph 2.0. Nervous about public speaking, Looph builds a robot to deliver a science talk in her place, but her friends are determined to help her do it herself. Also in HD. [S,AD]
