Tianna Corbin

Channel 5 is developing Life Support, a five-part documentary-style drama filmed at Royal Stoke University Hospital. The series will follow patients, relatives and medical staff across treatment and recovery, using scripted-television techniques such as cliff-hangers, character development and personal messages rather than conventional medical-programme commentary. Commissioning editor Guy Davies says the aim is to bring the emotional intensity of hospital dramas into factual television while portraying the lasting effects of serious illness on patients, families and clinicians.

The first episode of BBC competition series The Big Deal with Steph McGovern featured father-and-daughter contestants Phil and Ellie attempting to sell two ceramic teapots by artist Alexandra Smart. Ellie became emotional after Smart explained that the pieces were inspired by her late father, creating a personal connection between the artist and the contestants. Despite their efforts, the teapots failed to sell, and Phil and Ellie were eliminated as the first team to leave the competition.

Casualty’s upcoming 40th-anniversary double bill will feature a major explosion at St James’ Hospital, leaving Holby in chaos and several characters fighting for survival. An extended trailer shows Dylan Keogh dealing with personal tragedy, while Stevie and Flynn face serious danger. Fans are speculating that Charlie Fairhead may return and fearing that he, Indie or other favourites could die. The episodes are scheduled to air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on 5 September 2026.

During an episode of Channel 5’s The Yorkshire Vet: At Home with the Greens, vet Peter Wright helped Jean Green investigate a metal badge found on her land. An auctioneer identified it as a First World War-era Army Veterinary Corps cap badge, but estimated its value at only about £20. Other items Green brought for valuation included a plated gravy boat worth up to £15 and two Victorian ceramic jugs valued at up to £60, leaving her amused that the collection was far from a fortune.

Channel 5 has commissioned a second series of Sam & Ade Go Birding, expanding it from three episodes to six hour-long programmes. Samuel West and Adrian Edmondson will explore birdlife and landscapes across Yorkshire, Wales and Scotland, with production already underway but no confirmed broadcast date. The new series will cover changing seasons and feature birds including gannets, ospreys, red kites, puffins and guillemots.

A father and son brought a badly damaged rocking horse to The Repair Shop for restoration. Fayez had bought it for his son in Syria in 1983, and it remained in the family despite their relocation to the UK and the disruption caused by conflict. Jay wanted the heirloom repaired so his newborn son could eventually use it. Experts Amanda Middleditch and Julie Tatchell restored the horse, prompting an emotional reaction and a family photograph of Jay and his baby enjoying it.

ITV has completed filming Mavis Eccleston, a four-part drama starring Penelope Wilton and Jonathan Pryce. Based on the real case, it follows Mavis after she and her terminally ill husband, Dennis, take an overdose together, leaving him dead and her facing arrest and possible imprisonment. The production was made with the blessing and cooperation of the Eccleston family and is due to air on ITV and ITVX soon.

The Inspector Lynley Mysteries, the BBC crime drama starring Nathaniel Parker and Sharon Small as mismatched detectives DI Tommy Lynley and DS Barbara Havers, remains popular with viewers despite ending in 2008. Fans praise its acting, compelling mysteries and central relationship, describing the series as underestimated. The BBC rebooted the drama in 2025 with Leo Suter and Sofia Barclay, and a second season is now being filmed, with Daniel Mays teasing new cast members. Both the original series and reboot are available on BBC iPlayer.

Granite Harbour appears to be setting up the possible departure of DCI Cora Macmillan, played by Dawn Steele. The character has discovered a lump and is undergoing cancer-related tests, while DC Davis Lindo learns of her diagnosis and urges her to inform Chief Constable Alan Willis. Cora refuses to use her illness as protection from scrutiny over the Stolthet case and says she may leave the police force and claim her pension quietly.

Ralf Little recalled filming a gruesome but memorable scene from the first series of The Royle Family in which Ricky Tomlinson’s Jim Royle ate pork scratchings from his belly. The actors discussed the moment during Ricky & Ralf’s Very Northern Road Trip, with Little saying it helped define Jim Royle’s character. Fans remembered the scene fondly and renewed calls for The Royle Family to return; the Channel 4 series is available to watch.

Diane Morgan explained that portraying Linda, an AI eldercare robot in the BBC series Ann Droid, required her to remain motionless and avoid blinking while wearing blue contact lenses. The lack of blinking reportedly caused an ulcer, while scenes alongside Sue Johnston’s emotional performance were difficult because Morgan had to remain expressionless and unable to cry. The six-part series, which follows Linda as she assists the widowed Sue, has received praise for combining humor with themes of grief, aging and isolation, and is available on BBC iPlayer.

Samuel West, who plays Siegfried Farnon in All Creatures Great and Small, hopes Series 7 will bring children, family life and an imperfect romance to Skeldale. His comments revive fan interest in a possible relationship between Siegfried and Mrs Hall, particularly after Siegfried kissed former love interest Dorothy during the 2025 Christmas special—a moment Mrs Hall witnessed with visible disappointment. Anna Madeley also expressed enthusiasm for the show's characters returning to the household, while viewers continue to campaign for Siegfried and Mrs Hall to become a couple.

John Hannah joked during an appearance on The One Show that the cast of Channel 5’s upcoming comedy drama Benidorm Is Murder was not paid particularly well. He praised the scripts, guest actors, filming in Gran Canaria and the friendly atmosphere on set, while presenters Vernon Kay and Alex Jones and actress Diane Morgan reacted humorously to his comments. The six-part series follows retired detective Dennis and barmaid Rosa as they investigate murders in Spain, with guest appearances from Denise Welch, Alistair McGowan and Tamzin Outhwaite.

ITV's Cold Case Forensics returns with an episode investigating the 1982 death of Italian banker Roberto Calvi, who was found hanging beneath a London bridge and became known as “God's Banker.” The series features forensic scientist Angela Gallop and her expert team, with narration by Nicola Walker. Previous investigations covered cases including those of Stephen Lawrence and Rachel Nickell; Gallop's team helped uncover previously undetected blood evidence in the Lawrence case and used DNA profiling to rule out Colin Stagg and identify Robert Napper in the Nickell investigation. The programme airs Tuesdays at 9pm on ITV.

Helen Skelton is filming a third series of the BBC programme Lost and Found in the Lakes, which searches for lost items in the Lake District using divers, detectorists and magnet fishers. Fans responded enthusiastically to the series update, while the new run is expected to contain 20 episodes. A release date has not yet been announced; previous episodes are available on BBC iPlayer.

The creator of the BBC crime drama Ludwig outlined changes coming in the second series, including new cast members and ongoing mysteries surrounding the protagonist’s missing twin. David Mitchell returns as John ‘Ludwig’ Taylor, now working openly as a crime scene consultant while secretly continuing his search for his brother. New characters join the Cambridge police team, while fan praise for the show remains strong. Season two continues the narrative directly from the first, with further personal and investigative conflicts ahead.

The BBC has placed production of the long‑running drama Silent Witness into competitive tender, opening the next series to bids from external production companies. The move follows the broadcaster’s obligations under its 2016 Charter to open television and radio production to market competition. Doctor Who will also enter competitive tender this year, and its previously announced 2026 Christmas special has been cancelled as part of a strategic shift to secure the show’s long‑term future. These changes reflect broader adjustments across BBC programming, including speculation that Strictly Come Dancing may also go to tender.

Fans of the crime comedy Sunny Nights are calling for a second season as the series arrives on ITVX on August 16. Originally airing in Australia in 2025 and later in the US, the show has earned strong praise for its writing, acting and production value, with viewers eager for renewal. The series follows siblings attempting to grow their business while becoming entangled in Sydney’s criminal underworld. Cast members include Will Forte and D’Arcy Carden, with Forte expressing enthusiasm for returning despite personal commitments.

Viewers are rediscovering the BBC crime drama The Coroner, praising its performances, Devon setting and engaging storylines, and calling for a revival after its cancellation in 2017. The series, starring Claire Goose and Matt Bardock and created by Sally Abbott, is being compared to Beyond Paradise and has gained new popularity through streaming platforms such as BritBox, Prime Video and NOW TV.

Audiences reacted strongly to the premiere of the BBC comedy Ann Droid, with some viewers criticising the humour while others praised its emotional depth and performances by Sue Johnston and Diane Morgan. The episode follows a widower adjusting to life with an AI eldercare robot, leading to awkward moments and an emerging bond. Diane Morgan described the challenge of portraying an emotionless robot during emotional scenes. The series is available on BBC iPlayer.

A new six-part period drama titled The Cadburys, inspired by Deborah Cadbury’s book Chocolate Wars, is set to air on U in 2027 and explores the origins of the Cadbury chocolate empire. The series follows Richard and George Cadbury as they attempt to revive their family’s failing cocoa business, while their sister Maria faces a loyalty conflict after falling in love with rival Francis Fry, played by Ben Hardy. The show features a notable ensemble cast including Felicity Montagu and is produced by Fable Pictures for UKTV, BritBox and Sony Pictures Television.

Danny John-Jules appears in the new BBC comedy Ann Droid, portraying a taxi driver alongside a cast led by Sue Johnston. The series follows a widower adjusting to life with an AI eldercare robot while exploring themes of loneliness and ageing. John-Jules, known for his long-running role as Dwayne Myers in Death in Paradise, last returned to the show in a 2024 Christmas special, and fans remain hopeful for another future appearance.

The BBC comedy Daddy Issues will conclude with a third and final series, reuniting stars Aimee Lou Wood and David Morrissey. The season follows Gemma 18 months after the previous series as she balances work, motherhood and new personal complications, again relying on her father Malcolm. The announcement prompted mixed fan reactions, combining excitement for the new episodes with sadness over the show’s ending.

Channel 4 released a first look at the upcoming psychological thriller Hunting Alice Bell, a six-part series following Fran Da Silva as she is mistaken for a former nurse linked to a serial killer. The story explores false accusations, online mob behaviour, misogyny and the collective efforts of several women to prove their innocence. The cast includes Alex Roach, Amanda Abbington, Emily Barber, Ralf Little and Simon Pegg. The series is scheduled to debut this autumn.

Football fans watching England’s World Cup semi-final against Argentina noticed Louis Tomlinson in the crowd, prompting excited reactions on social media, with Mick Jagger also seen supporting the team. The match included tension as Argentina fans jeered during England’s anthem. Thomas Tuchel addressed criticism over his earlier remarks about England’s performance, clarifying there is no issue with Jude Bellingham after the midfielder’s brief response to the comments.

A couple brought a fragment of plaster bearing a long-hidden message from their late son to The Repair Shop, where experts carefully reassembled the fragile piece. The restoration prompted emotional reactions as the parents reflected on their son's death and the significance of preserving the handwritten note. The finished piece offered them a restored connection to their son and a lasting remembrance of his childhood message.

Fans of Death in Paradise are calling for more recurring local characters, noting the frequent use of background extras such as the taxi driver without developing them into regular roles. While only two original cast members remain, viewers feel additional locals would add depth to the show. The series is currently filming season 16 in the Caribbean, with two more seasons and Christmas specials confirmed, and producers promising surprising developments ahead.

A new ITV documentary, Look Into My Eyes, revisits the case of Florida school principal Dr George Kenney, who used hypnosis on students without a licence before three died in separate incidents. The film features interviews with families, experts and eyewitnesses, examining Kenney’s influence, the events leading to the deaths and the resulting community impact. Following a state investigation, Kenney received probation and community service, while the victims’ families later secured wrongful-death settlements from the school board.

BBC crime drama Death in Paradise returns to screens with a repeat episode from series 11 featuring DI Neville Parker and the main cast. The long-running series continues production on its sixteenth season while fans praise its characters, storytelling and performances, particularly those of Don Gilet and Ralf Little.

Two new cases will be featured in the BBC’s documentary series Murder Trial, including the 2024 killing of Brian Low and the 2023 death of Kimberly Bruce. The first focuses on accusations against former gamekeeper David Campbell, built largely on circumstantial evidence. The second examines a landmark culpable homicide and domestic‑abuse case involving Bruce’s husband, Lee Milne. The series includes extensive access to courts, investigators and families, and will air on BBC Scotland, BBC Two and BBC iPlayer, alongside a newly commissioned companion podcast.

Loose Women will not air on ITV for two days due to live racing coverage, as confirmed by host Ruth Langsford. The schedule change extends This Morning and replaces the lunchtime slot with racing presented by Ed Chamberlin and Francesca Cumani. The disruption follows similar adjustments during Royal Ascot. Lorraine Kelly’s programme is also taking a temporary break amid broader reductions to ITV’s daytime output, part of structural changes outlined by ITV executive Kevin Lygo.

Ralf Little discusses his shift from Death in Paradise to a darker stage role in an adaptation of John le Carré’s The Spy Who Came In From The Cold. He describes playing Alec Leamas, an emotionally exhausted intelligence officer drawn back into Cold War espionage, and highlights the story’s tension and moral ambiguity. He expresses enthusiasm for taking on a grittier character after years of playing more affable roles.

Ralf Little reflects on the childhood loss of his sister Ceri and its lasting impact on his life, including his choice not to have children. He discusses his recent departure from Death in Paradise, revealing both personal and professional reasons for ending his four-year run as DI Neville Parker. His mother’s concerns about his career and his earlier ambitions to become a doctor are highlighted, along with his brief semi-professional football career. The piece traces his journey from early acting success to present-day projects and personal milestones.

Ryan Sampson, known for his role in The Other Bennet Sister, is developing a television adaptation of the 2005 film Kinky Boots. Inspired by Steve Pateman’s real-life efforts to save his family’s Northampton shoe factory, the film has earned enduring praise and multiple stage versions. Sampson is writing the series and pitching it to broadcasters while remaining undecided about appearing in it. The BBC series The Other Bennet Sister will return with a festive special featuring returning cast members and praise for Sampson’s comedic performance from co-stars including Richard E. Grant and Ruth Jones.

The article highlights renewed attention to the crime drama Cracker, noting its critical acclaim and the notable cast including Barbara Flynn and Robbie Coltrane. Viewers praise the series for its strong writing, performances and psychological depth, comparing it favorably with other major British crime dramas. Cracker remains available to stream on ITVX.

Loose Women extended its runtime for the week, and Charlene White announced that the Loose Doctors panel will return for a special episode featuring Dr Amir, Dr Nighat, Dr Zoe and Dr Hilary offering medical advice, discussions on supplements and wellbeing topics. The article highlights the origins of the Loose Doctors segment and recalls a previous emotional moment when Dr Nighat spoke about her son's battle with liver cancer. The episode is scheduled to air at 12:30pm on ITV.

Loose Women will run an extra 15 minutes each day during the week of June 29, except Thursday, due to World Cup scheduling. Kaye Adams announced the change and previewed upcoming segments in the series Sort Out Your Summer. Laura Whitmore appeared to discuss her true‑crime podcast and spoke about life with her month‑old second child, noting her older child has adjusted well and become helpful at home.

Emma Raducanu withdrew from Wimbledon after a leg stress fracture was confirmed by a late scan, prompting BBC Breakfast to report her last‑minute exit. Raducanu said she had attempted to play but was medically advised to stop. The setback follows a season affected by injuries despite a recent run to the Queen’s Club final. Other British players, including Cam Norrie, Jack Draper and Katie Boulter, will continue their campaigns as Andy Murray begins coaching Draper.