Tag: Michael McIntyre’s Big Show

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 18/02/2023

Michael McIntyre’s Big Show (BBC 1/HD | 6:50pm to 7:50pm | Saturday 18th February 2023)

Michael presents another hour of entertainment, featuring Ellie Goulding singing Like a Saviour, Jermaine Jenas handing over his mobile in Send to All and a duet from the two Unexpected Stars of the Show. Plus, a contestant on The Wheel gets the surprise of her life when her edition keep getting more bizarre.

Dinosaur with Stephen Fry (Channel 5/HD | 7:00pm to 8:00pm | Sunday 19th February 2023)

When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth. Series 1, episode 2. The actor examines the early Cretaceous period, an era that saw an explosion in dinosaur diversity 125 million years ago. In a vast and sandy virtual river valley, he sets off in search of the fearsome velociraptor, only to find that this dreaded dinosaur made famous in the Jurassic Park films was in reality no bigger than a turkey. Stephen is joined by expert Dr Dean Lomax to observe the remarkable behaviour of this highly intelligent predator, before heading to the US to meet the dinosaur hunter who first discovered the Utahraptor.

Hornby: A Model World (Yesterday | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Monday 20th February 2023)

9F Evening Star. Series 2, episode 6. The Hornby team attempt to replicate the legendary 9F steam locomotive, using new design technology.

The Piano (Channel 4/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 22nd February 2023) ** WOW **

The search for the most talented amateur pianist continues at Leeds train station. The unsuspecting performers include a Chopin lover who has built a street piano on wheels, a boy who plays Ibiza classics for his dad and a unique girl who stops the station in its tracks.

Beyond Paradise (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Friday 24th February 2023) ** NEW SERIES **

DI Humphrey Goodman and fiancée Martha Lloyd have left Saint Marie behind and having now also vacated London are temporarily living with Martha’s mother. As Martha sets out to pursue her dream of running her own restaurant, Humphrey joins the Devon police force and quickly makes an impression on its somewhat eclectic team. As Humphrey throws himself into solving a perplexing case of attempted murder, he and Martha navigate life’s ups and downs as faces from the past, the decisions they make and challenges of setting up a new life put their relationship to the test.

Death in Paradise (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Friday 24th February 2023) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

Series 7, episode 8. The team investigates the murder of a renowned calypso singer’s husband. Neville believes it is poison since the paramedics found blue traces on the man’s fingers, but there are several lines of inquiry to follow. Away from the case, Neville struggles with Sophie’s betrayal and informs the Commissioner that he intends to leave Saint Marie in order to extract himself from various reminders.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 11/02/2023

Michael McIntyre’s Big Show (BBC 1/HD | 7:00pm to 8:00pm | Saturday 11th February 2023)

Michael presents another hour of entertainment, featuring music from Olly Murs, singing Dancing on Cars, and Stacey Dooley handing over her mobile in Send to All. There’s a rude awakening for Alexander Armstrong when he plays the Midnight Gameshow and a pair of Unexpected Stars of the Show are invited to perform a duet.

Dinosaur with Stephen Fry (Channel 5/HD | 7:00pm to 8:00pm | Sunday 12th February 2023) ** NEW SERIES **

Dawn of the Dinosaurs. Series 1, episode 1. The actor and writer is magically transported back in time to chart the 180-million-year story of the prehistoric creatures, beginning by going back 155 million years to the Jurassic period. He explores the conifer forests and fern prairies that were their home, encountering a monstrous plant-eating diplodocus and deadly predator the allosaurus. Expert Susie Maidment arrives to decode these dinosaurs’ remarkable behaviour, including the diplodocus’s acrobatic ability to rear up on its hind legs and the allosaurus’s terrifying attack strategy.

Call the Midwife (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 12th February 2023)

Everyone is looking forward to Trixie and Matthew’s wedding and a bonny baby competition brings the community together. It’s not all good news, however, as the team learn about a pregnant woman and her family living in a cramped caravan, while a worrying disease outbreak directly impacts the residents of Nonnatus House.

Hornby: A Model World (Yesterday | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Monday 13th February 2023)

Airfix Buccaneer. Series 2, episode 5. Paramjit in the Airfix team works on a Buccaneer fighter jet in 1:48 scale, complete with folding wings, extra armaments and exposed engine bay.

Waterloo Road (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Tuesday 14th February 2023)

Everyone is excited for the end of term show and Danny has some good news to celebrate but the joy is short-lived when the past catches up with him, leading him to make a choice that could change the course of his life for ever. Drama, starring Angela Griffin, with Kym Marsh.

The Piano (Channel 4/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 15th February 2023) ** NEW SERIES **

Claudia Winkleman searches for passionate pianists at public pianos in train stations across the UK. Unbeknownst to the performers they are being watched by Lang Lang and Mika who are looking for one amateur musician to perform at London’s Royal Festival Hall. The search begins in King’s Cross St Pancras.

Death in Paradise (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Friday 17th February 2023) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

Series 3, episode 7. Following Neville’s arrest on suspicion of killing David Cartwright, DI Karen Flitcroft from the Department of Policing Standards arrives to investigate. CCTV footage shows an agitated Neville visiting the victim shortly before he was found dead, which as far as Flitcroft is concerned proves his guilt – so she advises the team members that if they are convinced of their inspector’s innocence, they must prove it quickly. 

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 04/02/2023

Michael McIntyre’s Big Show (BBC 1/HD | 6:50pm to 7:50pm | Saturday 4th February 2023)

Singer Lewis Capaldi bravely hands over his phone in Send to All, before taking to the stage to perform his number one single Forget Me. One lucky football fan’s boyhood dream comes true as he unknowingly signs for his team, and there’s a feisty performance from the Unexpected Star of the Show.

Call the Midwife (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 5th February 2023)

Sister Veronica spearheads a new council initiative to monitor the health of working children in the borough and despite a successful clinic, she is shocked by the children’s wellbeing. Trixie is thrown into a challenging case involving an underage mother, who – after a fallout with her parents, is at risk of losing her newborn baby. Monica Joan welcomes an unusual guest into Nonnatus House and Fred worries about the pressure one of his paperboys is under to support his father and younger siblings.

Hornby: A Model World (Yesterday | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Monday 6th February 2023)

Music mogul Pete Waterman is recreating the section of West Coast Mainline where he spent his Saturdays as a child. New technology allows the public the ability to control the trains.

Waterloo Road (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Tuesday 7th February 2023)

A list ranking female students causes chaos throughout the school and Samia takes matters into her own hands to find the source, but when she finds out Kelly Jo is keeping things from her they start to fall apart. Danny gets a call from his mum and Preston finds himself seeking emotional support in unexpected places at Kai’s party.

Death in Paradise (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Friday 10th February 2023) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

Series 6, episode 6. Neville receives an anonymous letter telling them a murder is about to be committed. Not long after, he and Naomi are called to the harbour when a body is pulled from the ocean. The victim suffered blunt trauma and it is soon suggested that his disgruntled wife may be a person of interest. Marlon returns after taking a short holiday following his disappointing exam results.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 28/01/2023

Michael McIntyre’s Big Show (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Saturday 28th January 2023)

The lively comedian hosts an evening of entertainment, recorded in front of an audience at the London Palladium. Jonathan Ross hands over his phone for the starriest game of Send to All, Chris and Rosie Ramsey are rudely awakened for a Midnight Gameshow, and Nile Rodgers and Chic surprise some karaoke-singing members of the audience with special renditions of his classic hits, before they raise the roof with a spectacular performance.

Call the Midwife (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 29th January 2023)

A pregnant mother with a chronic heart condition falls unwell. Nancy grows suspicious of a young father’s erratic behaviour, and calls on Dr Turner who refers Spencer for an urgent psychiatry review. Matthew prepares for a visit from his father, and Timothy takes up paid employment with the council as a bathing assistant and finds himself working alongside an unexpected member of the team. Meanwhile, The Board of Health delivers some unwelcome news to Sister Julienne and elsewhere Shelagh is feeling out of sorts.

Hornby: A Model World (Yesterday | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Monday 30th January 2023)

Coronation Coach. Series 2, episode 3. Hornby prepares for a right royal year with a miniature 1930s classic ‘Coronation’ train including the elegant ‘Beavertail’ observation carriage.

Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 30th January 2023)

Southbay (Part 1/2). Jack comes to the aid of an old friend, and is sucked into a difficult case, where he is pitted against his former mentor. As Nikki and the team start to create a picture of what happened, they learn nothing is as it seems. Dealing with a family of serving police officers, they have to tread carefully, as their relationships prove to be another obstacle for the team to overcome.

Waterloo Road (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Tuesday 31st January 2023)

The year nines are suspicious about Neil’s personal life while he’s busy bonding with refugee Norullah. The truth comes out after an inquest into the accident.

Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 31st January 2023

Southbay (Part 2/2). The Lyell unveil corruption within the local jurisdiction and the local CID are in disarray as evidence mounts against the accused officer.

Death in Paradise (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Friday 3rd February 2023) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

Series 4, episode 5. Vincent Petit, the former resident of a children’s home, meets a grisly end while revisiting the establishment to deliver a speech about how his time there helped shape his life. Darlene and Marlon track prime suspect Marianne, who was spotted at the scene with a knife in her hand. At the bar, Selwyn meets daughter Andrina for the first time.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 21/01/2023

Michael McIntyre’s Big Show (BBC 1/HD | 6:50pm to 7:50pm | Saturday 21st January 2023)

The comedian hosts an evening of entertainment, recorded in front of an audience at the London Palladium. Alison Hammond bravely hands over her phone to play Send to All, footballing legend Peter Crouch is rudely awakened for a very special Midnight Gameshow in Portugal, and George Ezra performs his latest hit single Sweetest Human Being Alive. Plus, a special performance from the Unexpected Star of the Show.

Call the Midwife (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 22nd January 2023)

The maternity home is thrown into chaos by an outbreak of gastroenteritis. The team dig deep to ensure all mothers and newborn babies recover. However, the Board of Health are less than happy with the way things have been handled. Nurse Crane fights to save her career when her age is called into question by the Consultant running a training course, and Cyril encourages Reggie to seek help with his declining health.

Motorhoming with Merton & Webster (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Sunday 22nd January 2023)

Devon. Series 2, episode 4. Paul Merton and Suki Webster explore Devon, beginning by heading to Dartmoor national park to meet a local guide for a Sherlock Holmes-themed tour, as It was in the national park that Arthur Conan Doyle was inspired to write The Hound of the Baskervilles. Paul and Suki also meet Kate and Norman, who are part of the Wheeled Access group, which encourages anyone with a disability to get out and enjoy the area.

Hornby: A Model World (Yesterday | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Monday 23rd January 2023)

Starter Set. Series 2, episode 2. Young designer Prad has just 30 days to reinvent the model railway starter kit, and musician Jools Holland reveals his incredible 45ft layout hidden away in his loft.

Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 23rd January 2023)

Hearts of Darkness (Part 1/2). The team are called to a devastating train crash, and work with the police and counter terrorism to piece together what happened. As they try to find the motive for killing the local mayor, it appears the family who own the land might very well hold the key. Meanwhile, Jack’s family life gets more complicated.

Waterloo Road (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Wednesday 24th January 2023)

Amy’s drama workshop faces the full force of Kelly Jo’s antics but when the workshop facilitator is someone from her past old anxieties arise. Neil forges an unlikely friendship with Donte over personal experiences but Neil resists when Joe encourages them to attend a support group together.

Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 24th January 2023)

Hearts of Darkness (Part 2/2). The Lyell return to the tunnel as another victim is in danger. Family ties are tested when dark secrets are revealed and Jack is put in a difficult position when a blast from the past comes to visit.

Iain Robertson Rambles (BBC Scotland/HD & BBC iPlayer only | 8:30pm to 9:00pm | Thursday 26th January 2023) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

Embarking on the last leg of his 200 mile challenge, Iain and his dog Molly head off from Clisham Hill on Harris. On his way to Stornoway, Iain is in good spirits as he is joined by fellow actor and friend Kevin McKidd and at Lewes Castle they are delighted to be shown the Lewis chessmen by archivist Shona MacDonald. Ian also hooks up with Two Doors Down star Alex Norton to visit the Callanish standing stones.

Death in Paradise (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Friday 27th January 2023)

Stumped in Murder. Series 2, episode 4. In Saint Barnabas, Naomi attends the wedding of her best friend Monique. However, the jollity of the day comes to an abrupt halt when Rex, the estranged husband of Monique’s mother Odette, is fatally stabbed. Knowing the case requires full investigation, Naomi calls the team for help. Meanwhile, Marlon tries to prepare for his sergeant exams but is easily distracted. Ralf Little, Don Warrington and Shantol Jackson star.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 14/01/2023

Michael McIntyre’s Big Show (BBC 1/HD | 6:50pm to 7:50pm | Saturday 14th January 2023) ** NEW SERIES **

The lively comedian hosts an evening of entertainment, recorded in front of an audience at the London Palladium. Rylan bravely hand over his phone in Send to All, Joel Corry and Tom Grennan perform their smash hit Lionheart (Fearless), an unsuspecting Antiques Roadshow fan gets the biggest surprise of their life and there is a special performance from the Unexpected Star of the Show.

Call the Midwife (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 15th January 2023)

As a health visitor, Sister Veronica calls on a single mother who is celebrating her recent marriage, only to discover a terrible truth about the seemingly happy relationship. Nancy asks for additional shifts so she can afford more presents for Colette, but comes to realise her spending is getting out of hand. Trixie enrols on a cookery course, and a family secret comes to light when a patient’s baby develops a life-threatening condition.

Motorhoming with Merton & Webster (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Sunday 15th January 2023)

New Forest. Series 2, episode 3. Paul Merton and Suki Webster explore the New Forest, encountering `commoners” Tess and Ollie, who have earned the right for their ponies to roam freely in the area. With the help of farrier Ben, Suki learns how to remove a horseshoe and takes home her own bit of luck, and the couple visit hives in Hythe for a spot of beekeeping.

Hornby: A Model World (Yesterday | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Monday 16th January 2023) ** NEW SERIES **

The iconic Locomotive Flying Scotsman is scaled down 120 times from real life, rendering some features almost invisible to the naked eye, or too small to even mould.

Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 16th January 2023)

Star (Part 1/2). The Lyell team are thrown into the dark side of social media where nothing is as it seems and the perfect profiles of the influencers they are investigating raise disturbing questions. As a heavily pregnant DI asks the team for their expertise, are they running out of time to solve this case?

Waterloo Road (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Wednesday 18th January 2023)

The Walters family find themselves in an unexpected crisis with nowhere to turn for help pushing a stressed Preston to the edge. Val uncovers a truth about Kai, causing problems for him and Danny and leaving Val with a big decision to make.

Silent Witness (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 18th January 2023)

Star (Part 2/2). Nikki manages to get behind the mask of the lead suspect while Jack has a breakthrough at the festival site. A surprise event at the Lyell brings some hope.

Iain Robertson Rambles (BBC Scotland/HD & BBC iPlayer only | 8:30pm to 9:00pm | Thursday 19th January 2023) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

With 100 miles of the route conquered, Iain is at the halfway point of his adventure and begins at Leverburgh on Harris. As he continues his journey, he takes a dip in the freezing cold waters at Luskentyre, which he finds to be a surprisingly invigorating experience, before taking a 44-mile boat trip west towards St Kilda.

Death in Paradise (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Friday 20th January 2023)

The Impossible Murder. The team investigates the murder of an estate agent, who has been killed ahead of the potential sale of local beauty spot St Agatha’s Cove. Marlon leads a counterfeit goods case to impress the Commissioner, while love in the air for Neville following an unexpected encounter. Ralf Little, Don Warrington and Ginny Holder star.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.