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What's on TV|16-Jun-2018HOT TV THIS WEEKnewEarth: One Amazing DaySATURDAY 16 June, 7.30pm (NI, 6.30pm) BBC2 NatureFollow life on our amazing planet over the course of a single day in this documentary film narrated by Hollywood legend Robert Redford. The animals span 38 species and include a baby zebra desperate to cross a swollen river, a penguin up to all sorts of heroics to feed his family, a pod of sperm whales that snooze vertically and an adorably adventurous harvest mouse.FULL STORY P25Our GirlTUESDAY 19 June, 9.10pm BBC1 DramaAfter their heart-stopping mission in Nigeria, Georgie and 2 Section head to Belize for a routine training exercise. But they’re soon plunged into chaos when Captain James gets his leg caught in an animal trap, and they realise they’re not alone in the jungle… Can Georgie get him…3 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018What’s wrong?CASUALTYSaturday, 8.20pm BBC1 DramaDr Alicia Munroe has struggled with her emotions since her date rape at the hands of junior doctor Eddie McAllister (Joe Gaminara). But this week her personality change becomes obvious to friend and colleague Bea Kinsella (Michelle Fox).When Alicia and Bea treat a young woman, Molly, who has suffered an electric shock, Bea is surprised when Alicia is unusually snappy, then her behaviour puts Molly’s life at risk.Bea asks what’s wrong. But will Alicia open up about her ordeal?‘Alicia goes from, “I can do this, I’m just going to completely ignore it,” to “I need to tell somebody”, to “I can’t tell anyone I’m embarrassed”,’ says Chelsea Halfpenny, who plays her. ‘There’s lots of self-doubt.’More online at whatsontv.co.uk/casualty…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Caught!THE HANDMAID’S TALESunday, 9pm C4 DramaHaving got tantalisingly close to escaping over the border, pregnant June (Elisabeth Moss) is back in the grip of Gilead and in captivity again this week.Chained to the floor in the Red Centre as punishment, Aunt Lydia makes it clear that the only way out is for her to leave June behind and return to the Waterford household as Offred.Facing certain death, June has no choice but to put on her hated red dress and resign herself to a baby shower organised by cruel Serena and the other wives.Worse, she also learns Omar was executed for helping her. As June gives up hope, can Nick help her fight on for her baby’s sake?You liked…BRIEF ENCOUNTERS on ITVIf you enjoyed…The comedy drama set in the 1980s…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Will Jac survive?HOLBY CITYWednesday, 8pm BBC1 DramaJac Naylor puts her life in Professor John Gaskell’s hands this week when she has surgery as part of his experimental but risky stem cell trial.Following last year’s shooting, Jac’s been suffering painful scar tissue on her spine and she believes Gaskell (Paul McGann) is the only one to get her back to work pain-free.Doubts‘Jac has reservations,’ says Rosie Marcel, who plays the surgeon. ‘She senses something’s off with Gaskell but she also understands that if anybody can pull it off, he can.’Unknown to Jac, Gaskell’s trial is not without its risks, however. MS sufferer Fiona Fawcett died after a nerve taken from her ankle was implanted in her spine. And when Gaskell discovers that another patient has lapsed into a coma and has days to…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018What else can I watch?ON DEMANDWhat to watch on Netflix, Amazon, and beyond…Luke CageNetflix, from Friday 22 JuneAfter clearing his name, Luke Cage (Mike Colter) has become a celebrity in Harlem. As the second season kicks off, our hero must protect the town from a formidable new foe…Derren Brown: MiracleNetflix, from Friday 22 JuneIllusionist Derren Brown attempts ‘faith healing’ through a series of special stunts. Can he help others overcome their fears, pain and disbelief?Queer EyeNetflix, from Friday 15 JuneThe hit makeover show is returning for a second series, with a new Fab Five ready to transform eight stylisticallychallenged heroes into something hip and happening!CATCH-UP TVThe best of iPlayer, ITV Hub, All 4, and more…Nothing Like a DameBBC iPlayerDames Eileen Atkins, Judi Dench, Joan Plowright and Maggie Smith get together for a wet weekend…2 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Betrayal!VERSAILLESMonday, 9pm BBC2 DramaKing Louis might have defeated the Dutch on the battlefield and become the most powerful ruler in Europe, but his rivals are starting to wonder who really wears the crown at Versailles!Whispers of how Louis has fallen under the spell of Madame de Maintenon (Catherine Walker) continue to grow and the new royal favourite has made many enemies during her short time at court…Puppet king?‘Madame de Maintenon is the force behind Louis,’ says George Blagden, who plays the King. ‘She is very religious and persuades him the best way to secure his legacy is to make himself head of the Catholic state. That way his fame will live on after his death. Louis believes this woman can elevate him, but others say she’s pulling his strings!’Despite his…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Where’s my daughter?When Amelia first disappeared, Dan thought she’d scarpered to lick her wounds after finding out her uncle, Daz, was actually her biological father, not Dan who’s raised her.But she’s been gone a few weeks and the police are now in the middle of an investigation. The Spencers are going out of their minds. DS Benton has classed the case as ‘serious’, and Dan and Kerry have made a televised appeal pleading for Amelia’s safe return.DisgustedThis week, new evidence crops up linking Daz to her abduction. Dan seethes when his troublesome brother is taken down to the station again, only for him to later return.‘Dan is getting more stressed and concerned,’ says Liam Fox, who plays him. ‘He’s starting to worry he might not see Amelia again. He feels he has…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Soap gossip!Walford revampWith EastEnders having been filmed on the same site since 1985, the soap is due a makeover. But a planned revamp won’t be completed until 2020. Says Dean Gaffney aka Robbie: ‘When the show was made over 30 years ago we weren’t ready for [HD], so now any nooks and crannies show up.’Meet SylverActor David Tag has joined the cast of Hollyoaks, playing Sylvester ‘Sylver’ McQueen, Goldie’s half-brother. Arriving in town on 27 June, Sylver’s spent time inside for murdering his abusive stepdad and now needs somewhere to stay…Stage presenceIn celebration of the work of playwright Harold Pinter, a season of his oneact plays starts in September on stage in London. Tracy Ann Oberman, best known as EastEnders’ Chrissie Watts will star in Party Time/Celebration from December.…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Living off the landNEW FACTUALThe Family FarmMonday, Thursday, 8pm BBC2After a decade of rearing pigs and sheep, Kate Humble knows how tough it is to be a 21st-century farmer. In her new series The Family Farm, three families from towns across Britain spend three weeks living on a Welsh farm, so they can see the challenges farmers face in feeding the nation.‘We’re disconnected from the processes that put food on our tables,’ says Kate. ‘We wanted to give families a better understanding of what it takes to produce food, because we’re not going to eat without farmers.’The families have a go at everything from sheepshearing to sending animals for slaughter, something that proves rather tough for one participant, Sarah Burton, and her daughter Amber, who are mostly vegan.But Kate adds that all three…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018HAVE YOUR SAYWrite to: Have Your Say, What’s On TV, 2nd Floor, 161 Marsh Wall, London E14 9APEmail us: wotv.postbag@timeinc.com Please remember to include your full postal address in your emailWe pay: £10 for every letter or rant printed and £25 for the Star Letter!star letterWhat an eye-opener!I was gripped by A Very English Scandal on BBC1! Starring Hugh Grant and Ben Whishaw, the drama told the tale of MP Jeremy Thorpe, who conspired to kill his former lover, Norman Scott, because he didn’t want anyone to discover he was gay. The story was such an eye-opener and harks back to a very different time. It was nice to see Hugh Grant leave his romcom past behind him and prove what a great actor he is!Joanne Wilkinson, South YorkshirePush The ButtonI really…3 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018YOUR STARSARIES (21 March-20 April)You won’t get your own way as much as you’d like, but financial discussions go well and your instincts are spot-on.☎ STARLINE: 0905 817 0426TAURUS (21 April-21 May)Difficulties may be simmering at work or at home, but a partner will help you out and a chum’s advice is worth listening to.☎ STARLINE: 0905 817 0427GEMINI (22 May-21 June)Although Mercury may be suggesting that a responsibility is wearing you down, an offer or deal will be just what you need.☎ STARLINE: 0905 817 0428CANCER (22 June-22 July)Reassuring news is welcome, but you’ll wish a close companion was more flexible and a financial issue may cause trouble.☎ STARLINE: 0905 817 0429LEO (23 July-22 August)A relationship won’t be plain sailing and you’ll wonder if your mind is playing tricks on…2 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Looking for love!newBLIND DATESaturday, 8.30pm Channel 5 EntertainmentQ What can you tell us about the contestants?A Some of the marvellous characters from the last series have come back this year, and we also have a lady who was on the show 26 years ago with Cilla! Her date didn’t go well! There are three drag queens who want to date a criminologist, a smashing Marilyn Monroe impersonator, a lady with a fabulous little lizard who sat in the palm of my hand, good as gold… We had a mother and son going on a double date on a cruise. But my favourite was a pagan witch from Blackpool. She was great fun, but said she’s not allowed to cast love spells.Q Is there a brand new set this year?A Yes, I hated…3 min
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Issue Issue 909 - HeatWhat's on TV|16-Jun-2018Coming soon…Michael Sheen, Tamsin Greig, Martin Freeman and Meera Syal are among the cast of new BBC1 drama To Provide All People. To mark the 70th anniversary of the NHS, it tells the story of 24 hours in one hospital and its patients, surgeons, nurses and porters.Kathy Burke discovers what it means to be a woman in 2018 in threepart series Kathy Burke: All Woman on C4. She’ll meet various women to explore their takes on beauty, work, motherhood and relationships.Shirley Ballas is tracing her family tree in BBC1’s Who Do You Think You Are? What mysteries about will the Strictly Come Dancing head judge discover about her ancestors?When Celebrity MasterChef returns to BBC1, look out for Dolly Parton’s younger sister, Stella. The country singer and actress will be among the…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Look who’s back…TREVOR McDONALDReturn to South Africa ITV • Tuesday • 9pmTHEN 1992FACT FILE▸ Evening star Sir Trevor was appointed the sole presenter of News at Ten in 1992.▸ Famous faces Between 1999 and 2005 Trevor hosted Tonight…, interviewing the likes of George W Bush and Tony Blair.▸ Branching out Since 2008 Trevor has presented documentaries including Inside Death Row and James Bulger: A Mother’s Story.NOWTo mark what would have been Nelson Mandela’s 100th birthday, the presenter is back in South Africa where he conducted one of television’s most historic interviews – the first journalist to speak to Mandela following his release from prison in 1990. As Trevor explores the fractured country, he hears stories from many people and weighs up whether it has truly become the ‘rainbow nation’ that Nelson Mandela…2 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Max’s SHOCK baby plea!Friday MUST-SEE EPISODE!When pregnant Abi Branning died after a rooftop fall, her baby was born prematurely. Abi lost her life trying to stop her dad from taking his.Max will never forgive himself, and is determined to raise his granddaughter, who he named Abi. But to do that, he’s going to have to fight Cora Cross, his mother-in-law, who is caring for the tot.To improve his chances with social services, Max has married his former sister-inlaw, Rainie. But it’s strictly a business arrangement.This week, Max needs to get character references to support his case. But having made enemies of everyone in Walford, it’s impossible!His first port of call is Masood, who refuses. Karen Taylor is next and Max is relieved when she agrees – in exchange for some cash – until…2 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Battle for Aidan’s baby!Thursday MUST-SEE EPISODE!All hell breaks loose for the Connor family as the baby bombshell lands on them this week.It falls to Carla to break the news that Toyah and Peter’s baby, Susie, is actually Eva and Aidan’s child.With Johnny barely able to process his son’s suicide as it is, this latest twist in the tragic tale floors him completely. He demands answers from Eva, who’s clearly got a lot to tell him about his son. Will she reveal Aidan knew he was a dad before he took his own life?The messy saga opens up a whole new nightmare for Eva, who’s grieving for Aidan and what might have been. With Toyah having ended their bungled surrogacy plan, Eva is relieved to be responsible for her baby daughter, Susie.Maternal instinct‘Initially Eva…2 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018The wonder of Earth!NEW FACTUALEarth: One Amazing DaySat, 7.30pm (NI, 6.30pm) BBC2Over the course of any given day, millions of incredible things will happen across our planet.From cute baby pandas exploring their surroundings to sperm whales suspended vertically in the water as they sleep, there are countless wonders across the globe.In this 90-minute sequel to the documentary Earth, we follow the sun around the planet to see what happens.‘Our planet is unique and one day spent here is the most amazing thing in the whole universe,’ says actor Robert Redford, who narrates the documentary.As the sun rises we see a serval hunting in Africa while on the Galapagos Islands newly hatched iguanas run the gauntlet of racer snakes. Later, a zebra foal makes a dangerous journey across a swollen river.Incredible animals‘The river is…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Finding love onlineNEW FACTUALA Year to Fall in LoveTuesday, from 10pm C4, All 4Despite the many dating apps and online sites around, Nick, 26, hasn’t had any luck finding love.Although he’s attractive and friendly, his longest relationship lasted 10 months, and he says he’s had zero action on Tinder!Unlucky‘My friends would call me a commitment-phobe, but I don’t think I’ve met that one person I could be committed to,’ he says.Nick, a human resources officer from Cardiff, is one of 20 single Brits who’ve taken part in a new C4 documentary series, filming themselves over a year in their search to find love. The first episode airs on C4 this week, with the remaining six available on All 4 straight afterwards.And with more than six million Brits using online dating sites, there’s…2 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018FUN!£500 crosswordSolve the clues and rearrange the letters in the shaded squares to spell out the name of a British sitcom (4,2,3,6,4). To enter, see right. The winner gets £500. Usual rules apply (below).ACROSS1 Belgian martial arts actor, Jean-Claude Van ----- (5)4 Actress who played Carmela in The Sopranos (4,5)7 1967 film, Who’s Afraid of -------- Woolf? (8)8 Seinfeld’s ------ Benes (6)10 Comedian, Julian ----- (5)12 Dutch musician, André ---- (4)13 1955 James Dean and Julie Harris film, ---- of Eden (4)15 Late star of the early James Bond films, ----- Moore (5)16 Richard Attenborough’s role in 1994 film Miracle on 34th Street, Kris ------- (7)18 ITV singing competition with red chairs, The ----- UK (5)19 1954 film with Frank Sinatra, ---- Here to Eternity (4)21 Actress in Ang Lee’s…4 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018NEXT WEEK’S ISSUECORONATION STREET• It’s wedding bells when Steve proposes to Tracy!BEAR’S MISSION WITH…• The survival expert goes wild with Warwick DavisCASUALTY• There’s a shock for Alicia as Ethan makes a confession☎ For a more detailed reading of your stars, ring your sign’s Starline. Starlines are updated every Thursday. Calls cost 80p per minute plus your telephone company’s network access charge and last about three minutes. You must have the bill payer’s permission. Users must be 18+ SP: Spoke 0333 202 3390Compiled by: Sean Marland Photos: BBC, Getty, ITV, Rex…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Trapped in the jungle!OUR GIRLTuesday, 9.10pm BBC1 DramaThere’s a new mission for 2 Section this week, as they swap Nigeria for the jungles of Belize in Central America, heading out on a training exercise.But while most of the team can enjoy a more relaxed pace of life, Captain James is carrying the world on his shoulders. He’s called in by his superiors to discuss Elvis’ death in the line of duty.‘James isn’t yet sure how accountable he is for Elvis’ death – he’s haunted by it,’ says Ben Aldridge, who plays the captain.‘He’s trying to lose himself in his work, but he steadily becomes more war-weary than ever.’There’s danger, too, as James gets his leg caught in a trap, with only Georgie to keep him alive as the rest of 2 Section look…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Fight for love!POLDARKSunday, 9pm BBC1 DramaHaving been granted a dramatic stay of execution last week, Sam Carne is keen to move on with his life. But he soon finds himself in yet another scrape when he agrees to fight George Warleggan’s hefty henchman Tom Harry in a wrestling match to win the heart of on-off love interest Emma Tregirls (Ciara Charteris).Taking a riskUnfortunately for Sam, Tom’s not only smitten with Emma, too, but he’s also twice Sam’s size and a wrestling champion!‘Sam really loves Emma,’ says Tom York, who plays him. ‘She represents a lot of things that he keeps locked down – excess, fun and a kind of frivolity. I don’t think he’s felt anything like that before.’When George gets wind of the bout, however, he can’t resist betting Ross 100…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Mini crosswordwin £100!ACROSS1 British star of 2015 film The Theory of Everything, Eddie -------- (8)6 Former professional tennis player and A Question of Sport presenter (3,6)7 Actor who plays Tracy Barlow in Coronation Street, ---- Ford (4)9 Sam Tyler in time travel police drama Life on Mars, John ---- (4)11 Star who played Hugh Grant’s love interest in 1994’s Four Weddings and a Funeral, Andie --------- (9)13 Musical miniseries starring Ewan McGregor, -------- on Your Collar (8)DOWN1 Actor who played tough man Grant Mitchell in EastEnders (4,4)2 Lead Balloon star, Jack --- (3)3 TV’s ‘Chatty Man’, ---- Carr (4)4 Mitzeee’s sister, Maxine Minniver in Hollyoaks, ----- Sanderson (5)5 Hari Kumar in the India-set series The Jewel in the Crown (3,5)8 Star of 2010 supernatural film The Lovely Bones, Stanley ----- (5)10…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Romance for Kaneez?ACKLEY BRIDGETuesday, 8pm C4 DramaSince kicking out her cheating husband, Iqbal, at the end of last series, Ackley Bridge dinner lady Kaneez Paracha has been rediscovering who she really is, after years of marriage and motherhood.New romanceBut her independence is tested when she finds herself smitten with science teacher Rashid (Tony Jayawardena).‘Kaneez has been living quite a closeted life – she found her wings in the last series,’ says ex-Casualty star Sunetra Sarker, who plays her.Rashid has been helping Kaneez’s daughter Razia, who has dyspraxia, and when he turns up with a drum kit to help her coordination, Kaneez is taken aback by his kindness.After staying for dinner, Rashid shyly asks Kaneez out to a local jazz club. Initially she’s reluctant, until she comes face to face with Iqbal’s mistress…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Lachlan KILLS AGAIN?Friday MUST-SEE EPISODE!When Lachlan bumped off Gerry, his so-called best mate, his murder toll rose to three. And it looks set to rise again, this week, when Lachlan faces losing the one person he truly loves: Belle.Belle happens upon an investor, Freddy, for her and Lachlan’s microbrewery. He not only offers the couple a cash injection – but work, too. The position, however, is in London and is only open to Belle.Jealous guy‘Freddy’s just a rich guy, he’s not got a crush on Belle, he’s a businessman and doesn’t particularly like Lachlan,’ says Eden Taylor-Draper, who plays Belle.Belle later flips out when her boyfriend tells Freddy she won’t be moving to London!With Lachlan having killed his own mum and grandad for meddling in his relationship, Freddy must surely now have…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Dodgy date!Craig was chuffed when Speed Daal waitress Kayla gave him her phone number a while back. Bethany wasn’t too happy about it, and finds herself having to swallow her jealousy when Craig wants her to help him ask Kayla on a date.Having just found out he’s passed his police assessment day, Craig’s thrilled when Kayla agrees to a drink.‘Kayla is more interested in Bethany than in Craig so that becomes apparent on the date,’ says Mollie Winnard, who plays her. ‘Craig is out of his comfort zone and the way Kayla grills him puts him on edge.’The waitress clearly has an issue with Craig’s BFF as, later, she stirs up trouble for the friends. Having heard Bethany talk about Craig’s career and his OCD, she twists the tone of Bethany’s…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Long Lost Family saved my life!FACTUALLong Lost Family: What Happened NextMonday, 9pm ITVLast year Simon Day was reunited with his birth parents in an episode of Long Lost Family that brought tears to the eyes of millions.Divorced couple Marion and James had always been united in pain for the son they were forced to give up as teenagers in the 1970s.Health historyBut it’s what followed that changed Simon’s life. He had experienced heart problems for years and had a heart attack and partial stroke in 2016.‘The doctors said it was coronary heart disease and asked if there was any history of it in my family. Being adopted, I didn’t know,’ says Simon, 47.‘Straight after filming, James said to me, “We had to find you as you’re a ticking time bomb”,’ explains Simon. ‘Both he and…1 min
What's on TV|16-Jun-2018Justice for RhysNEW FACTUALThe Murder of Rhys Jones: Police TapesThursday, 9pm ITVThe killing of 11-year-old Rhys Jones in 2007, shot dead in the crossfire of a gangland shooting, shocked the nation.Now a new documentary lifts the lid on the untold story behind Rhys’ tragic death, as Susanna Reid is given access to the police bugs that were placed in the homes of the gang members who were suspected of his murder.Rhys, from Liverpool, was on his way home from football training when he was shot in the back during a dispute between rival gangs. His mum, Mel, was alerted and rushed to the scene to find Rhys unconscious in a pool of blood.‘Rhys was flat on his back,’ recalls Mel, who features in this documentary. ‘There was just blood everywhere, even pouring…2 min
