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What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Dylan’s dilemmaCASUALTYSaturday, 8.20pm BBC1 DramaThis week sees the return of a newly sober Dr Dylan Keogh to the ED – and his first day back is a roller coaster as two members of his Alcoholics Anonymous group turn up needing treatment!Off the wagon?Dylan (William Beck) does all he can to be professional. First, he battles to save the life of Joseph Moore (Fearless’ James Thorne), who’s had a stroke, then reaches out to fellow alcoholic Ciara Cassidy (The Inbetweeners’ Belinda Stewart-Wilson), who’s downing wine in the pub after an intensely emotional day.Ciara pours Dylan a glass and demands he gets drunk with her if he wants her to listen.Will Dylan have a drink to connect with Ciara?More at whatsontv.co.uk/casualtyWords: Nick Cannon, Hannah Davies, Elaine Reilly Photos: BBC, BSkyB, Colin Hutton, Rex…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Dangerous mission!TROY: FALL OF A CITYSaturday, 9.10pm BBC1 DramaWith the Greeks’ grip upon the mighty walled city of Troy tightening, this week Hector and Paris embark on a perilous quest to save their people.The Trojan brothers’ bond is strengthened as they search for allies to fight the Greeks, but how long will their new newfound kinship last? Meanwhile, Paris’ lover, Helen, is starting to win over the people of Troy with her generosity, but she doesn’t know the Greeks have an audacious plan to break into the city and steal her back.‘Troy is a new and exciting place for Helen,’ says Bella Dayne, who plays her. ‘Women are equal, yet she soon realises she can’t have this new life with Paris without causing war and suffering.’You liked…PETER KAY’S CAR SHARE On…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Rob’s shock lover!BENIDORMWednesday, 9.00pm ITV ComedyRob Dawson arrives at the Solana with an air of mystery about him this week. He turns up with his new lover, but is it a woman or man who’s stolen his heart?After sending a message to the rest of the Dawsons, who are already at the hotel, referring to his other half as ‘Cyd’, they’re unsure what to expect…‘Rob’s finally grown into a man,’ says Josh Bolt, who plays him. ‘He’s matured. The first year he was preppy, read loads of books, and the second year he discovered girls and university and boozing.Matured‘Now he’s got his own things going on. He’s been backpacking, dropped out of university and met someone. So he’s grown up a lot.’The Dawsons, however, are soon suspicious of Cyd and are even…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018What else can I watch?ON DEMANDWhat to watch on Netflix, Amazon, and beyond...Jessica JonesNetflix, from Thursday 8 MarchKrysten Ritter’s Jessica tries to put her life back together in this second series after murdering Kilgrave (David Tennant). She must also explore her past to understand why she’s a killer.Sneaky PeteAmazon Prime, from Friday 9 MarchEx con Marius (Giovanni Ribisi) is on the verge of a new start in this fourth series when his ‘new family’ is threatened by thugs who believe he really is Pete…The Looming TowerAmazon Prime, from Thu 1 MarchJeff Daniels and Alec Baldwin star in a 10-part drama tracing how rivalry between the CIA and FBI may have inadvertently allowed 9/11 to happen.CATCH-UP TVThe best of iPlayer, ITV Hub, All 4, and more...Boy AAll 4Andrew Garfield stars in this tense drama as…2 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018On the hunt!LAST IN SERIES!COLLATERALMonday, 9.00pm BBC2 DramaDI Kip Glaspie is in a race against time to unmask the dark forces behind the murder of pizza delivery driver Abdullah Asif, in the nerve-jangling finale of this crime drama.Kip (Carey Mulligan) made a big breakthrough last week when she persuaded Abdullah’s sister, Fatima, to reveal the identity of the human traffickers who brought them to Britain. Yet the information came at a cost and Kip’s boss, DSU Haley (Ben Miles), is furious when he hears she has promised Fatima British citizenship…Criminal kingpinThe police use the intelligence to arrest some of the people smugglers, but it’s their boss that Kip really wants and she knows she must act fast or the criminal kingpin will get away.To make matters worse, the person who pulled the…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018The truth is out?Laurel and Bob have been trying to deny their feelings for each other since their unexpected one-night stand last year.But last week, the pair ended-up in another passionate kiss… and more!Bob’s partner, Brenda, knows he’s developed feelings for another woman, but still doesn’t know Bob’s mystery woman is Laurel. Or does she?How much did Brenda see when she wandered into Mulberry Cottage last week, where Bob and Laurel were snuggled in each other’s arms? Is she finally on to the love cheats?SuspiciousThis week, Laurel is thrown when Brenda announces she and Bob have finally picked a date to get married! Although Bob seems to be going along with Brenda’s plans, Laurel secretly feels jealous.Do Brenda’s whirlwind wedding plans have anything to do with her suspicions about Laurel and Bob’s relationship?The…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Soap gossip!Rita’s back East!Ex-EastEnders star Rita Simons, whose character Roxy Mitchell was killed off last year, has just finished filming The Krays: Dead Man Walking, an upcoming gangland thriller. Rita plays a nightclub hostess in the film out later this year. Ex-EastEnders actor Leslie Grantham also appears.Mark’s musicalMark Moraghan, who played Emmerdale’s Tim last year, will star in comedy play Lennon’s Banjo, about a Beatles tour guide who is on the hunt for John Lennon’s first-ever instrument. It runs from 24 April to 5 May at The Epstein Theatre, Liverpool.For tickets visit epsteinliverpool.co.uk/events/lennons-banjo/Alf’s exit?Home and Away celebrates its 30th anniversary with an explosion, which leaves Alf Stewart fighting for life! ‘I’ve had a phenomenal 30 years as Alf,’ says Ray Meagher, the only original cast member. ‘I’d like it to continue.’…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Justice for StephenThe racist murder of 18-year-old Stephen Lawrence became one of the most infamous cases in recent British history.Stephen was stabbed on 22 April 1993, but mistakes in police procedure meant the five prime suspects were acquitted.The case was only reopened in 2006 after the double jeopardy rule was scrapped and former Detective Chief Inspector Clive Driscoll became determined to crack it.Sentenced‘It needed to be solved,’ he says in this week’s Donal MacIntyre’s Murder Files. ‘I couldn’t give Stephen back to Mr and Mrs Lawrence, but the least I could do was get them justice.’In order for a second trial to come to court, DCI Driscoll had to find new and compelling evidence.He ordered a forensic review of all the physical evidence, including clothing belonging to Stephen and two of the…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018DANGER on the dancefloor!NEW FACTUALBad Teen to Ballroom QueenMonday, 10.00pm 5StarBallroom dancers Mick and Lorna Stylianos have trained countless top professionals, including former Strictly pros James and Ola Jordan. But now they face their toughest challenge yet as they take eight teens with a catalogue of offences between them to try to turn them into ballroom dancers.Each week they will grade them on dancing ability and behaviour, and after 30 days the teens will be judged alongside seasoned dancers. For the teens it’s the chance to make something of their lives.‘If someone is rude to me my instinct is to fight them,’ says 17- year-old Jaymie, who was arrested for intent to murder. ‘If I carry on, I’ll probably end up in prison. I’m aiming to have a better attitude.’Making threatsAnother rebel teen,…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018NEXT WEEK’S ISSUEBRUCE: A CELEBRATION• A starry tribute to the nation’s favourite entertainerDANCING ON ICE: FINALE•Who will skate away with the 2018 winner’s trophy?CORONATION STREET• Fiz discovers the truth about love-cheat husband Tyrone☎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, Channel 5, ITV…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018I love Crufts!newCRUFTSWed-Fri, times vary C4, More4 FactualQ How does it feel to cover Crufts for the 40th time?A Extraordinary actually. It doesn’t feel like that at all, although it comes around with incredible regularity every March. The show moves with the times and it’s a wonderful thing.Q How did you first become involved with Crufts?A We always had the Best in Show winner in the Blue Peter studio after Crufts. They knew I had that interest plus I had the first surrogate pet of the nation in Blue Peter dog Petra. It was automatic I’d be asked after I left Blue Peter and I’m grateful for it.Q Has your role changed much over the years?A At first I commentated on the agility and later on some of the breeds, too. Then…3 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Coming soon…Jessica Raine and Sunetra Sarker are among the cast in new BBC1 thriller Informer. The drama follows counterterrorism officer Gabe (Peaky Blinders’ Paddy Considine), who coerces a young second-generation Pakistani man to go undercover.Big Little Lies returns to Sky Atlantic for a second series with Meryl Streep joining the all-star cast. She plays Mary Louise, the mother-in-law of Celeste (Nicole Kidman), who turns up in Monterey after the mysterious death of her son.History’s James Nesbitt: Disasters That Changed Britain sees the Cold Feet actor investigate what really happened in the run-up to major tragedies including the Zeebrugge ferry disaster and, crucially, if more could have been done to prevent them.When far-right activist Kane (played by Neighbours star Toby Wallace) turns up with a secret plan and a hidden history in…1 min
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Issue 03-Mar-2018 - What's on TVWhat's on TV|03-Mar-2018Will Barbara die?CALL THE MIDWIFESunday, 8.00pm BBC1 DramaThe residents of Nonnatus House are anxious for one of their own in this week’s Call the Midwife, as Barbara Hereward (Charlotte Ritchie) fights for survival when she’s diagnosed with meningococcal septicaemia.While her bewildered husband, Tom (Jack Ashton), wants to stay by her side, her doting friend Phyllis (Linda Bassett) and Dr Turner offer support.Barbara’s a fighter and so full of life,’ says Stephen McGann, who plays Dr Turner. ‘But this illness is vicious and her getting sick has a deep knock-on effect on them all because they’re like a family. It’s a terrible worry.’TensionDr Turner is also under pressure when he deals with a scabies outbreak at a local reform home for young criminals and meets troubled teenage car thief Michael Sumpter.Michael’s being picked…2 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Look who’s back...JAMES NESBITTCar SOS Nat Geo (Sky 526/Virgin 266) • Thu • 8.00pmTHEN 1997FACT FI LE▸ Hopeless romantic James stole our hearts playing Adam in Cold Feet. The series aired between 1997 and 2003, and returned in 2016.▸ Undercover detective James played Tommy Murphy in Murphy’s Law (2001-2007), a cop who felt responsible for his daughter’s death.▸ Grieving dad In 2014, James was Tony Hughes in The Missing, a drama about the search for Tony’s son, who disappeared.NOWJames is making a guest appearance in Car SOS, as he helps to surprise a family friend. In the emotional episode, the team restore a 1959 MGA roadster belonging to James’ pal, Billy, whose life was turned upside down when his son, John, and daughter-in-law, Lynette, drowned on their South African honeymoon in 2014.…2 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Gaskell’s errorHOLBY CITY8.00pm (10.45pm, Scot) BBC1 DramaHolby professor John Gaskell’s pioneering stem cell treatment trial hits a setback when a former patient returns.Having already reversed motor neurone disease in one patient as part of the trial, Gaskell felt confident that he could help multiple sclerosis sufferer Fiona Fawcett walk again by implanting a nerve from her ankle into her spine.ConcernsGaskell’s obsessed with his stem cell work and the possibilities of what he can achieve,’ says Paul McGann, who plays him. ‘It’s what drives him.’Gaskell is concerned, though, when Fiona is readmitted to the hospital with worrying flu-like symptoms. The professor soon diagnoses an infection, but Fiona fails to respond to treatment, and tests reveal her organs are failing.Consultant neurosurgeon Roxanna MacMillan suspects the implant has caused the infection and should be…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018It’s war!Friday MUST-SEE EPISODE!The Carter family is still living in fear of sinister Aidan Maguire, who believes pub landlord Mick double-crossed him and stole the money from the recent heist to save The Queen Vic.Mick and his wife, Linda, are desperate to put a stop to Aidan and his threats, especially after he put the frighteners on Mick last month and had him bundled into a van by some thugs.But this week Aidan warns them again that he won’t be leaving Walford until Mick pays back the money he stole.TerrifiedTrouble is, Mick doesn’t have Aidan’s missing money. He actually saved the pub from closure by pawning a valuable diamond ring that his mate, Halfway, pocketed during the van robbery earlier in the year.But Aidan doesn’t believe him and after Mick discovers…2 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Death plunge!Monday MUST-SEE EPISODE!Cunning killer Pat Phelan thought he had his tracks covered when he dumped the dead bodies of Andy Carver and Vinnie Ashford in the lake beside the Mill building site last year.But the nasty builder’s grisly crimes come back to haunt him this week, when the lake has to be drained and both bodies begin floating to the surface…Up to his neck!While his wife, Eileen, plans a party at home, Phelan wades into the water to pull out the bodies, and prepares to bury them beneath the foundations of the site.But he accidentally falls and gets stuck in a hole full of unset concrete!Things go from bad to worse, when bad weather causes scaffolding to collapse on Phelan, trapping him in the concrete and unable to pull himself…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Pamela bares all!FACTUALPiers Morgan’s Life StoriesSaturday, 9.50pm ITVFormer Baywatch star Pamela Anderson will be opening her heart and spilling her biggest romantic secrets when she becomes the latest celebrity to appear on Piers Morgan’s Life Stories this week.The actress and model has been married three times, most famously to Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee, but Piers was shocked by her hints at relationships with controversial political figures…Notorious‘Pamela does a lot of work as an activist,’ says Good Morning Britain host Piers. ‘She met Julian Assange at the Ecuadorian embassy to ask his advice and suggested there had been a romance between them. She also indicated a spark between her and Russian President Vladimir Putin!’Pamela discusses her childhood, her first Playboy cover shoot, her wedding to rock star Tommy Lee and their notorious…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Special delivery!NEW FACTUALOne Born Every MinuteWednesday, 9.00pm C4Giving birth is a wonderful moment, but it can also be a traumatic one. But midwife Harriet Baines is prepared for any situation as she helps deliver babies at Birmingham Women’s Hospital.As C4’s fly-on-the-wall series One Born Every Minute returns, in the first episode, Harriet’s busy looking after 25-year-old Samantha, who is about to give birth to her first child. But with her complicated medical history, it’s not going to be easy.BondingHarriet, 32, who has been a midwife at the hospital for nine years and had her own daughter there, believes it is essential to form a relationship with the mums-to-be as soon as they arrive on the ward.‘It is difficult to bond especially when they’re in pain,’ she says. ‘But you have to…2 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018YOUR STARSARIES (21 March-20 April)You’ll wonder at times whether you are imagining things. Also, a conversation or secret will have a big impact.☎ STARLINE: 0905 817 0426TAURUS (21 April-21 May)A great week socially, when a pal will be excellent company and you will be able to spice up your life in other ways.☎ STARLINE: 0905 817 0427GEMINI (22 May-21 June)You must aim high and be very persistent. Try to draw up plans now for any longterm success you want to achieve.☎ STARLINE: 0905 817 0428CANCER (22 June-22 July)You would certainly relish the chance to make the most of a new opportunity but you must not take a loved one for granted.☎ STARLINE: 0905 817 0429LEO (23 July-22 August)It’s too soon to say how a domestic situation will turn out, but a…2 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Off the case!SHETLANDTue, 9.00pm (Wales, 10.40pm) BBC1 DramaStill in Norway investigating the murder of Shetland journalist Sally McColl, DI Jimmy Perez and DS Alison ‘Tosh’ McIntosh decide to pursue prime suspect Mathias Søderland. When events go dramatically wrong, Jimmy and Tosh are forced to return to Shetland, and Jimmy has a lot of explaining to do to his boss, Rhona Kelly!Under fireNot only has Rhona (Julie Graham) a few words for Jimmy, she also has bad news about the re-investigation into Lizzie Kilmuir’s murder case…‘The man accused and convicted of her murder, Thomas Malone, has been acquitted, so the case has had to be reopened,’ explains Julie. ‘As the Shetland police team now aren’t entirely trusted, an outside team will come in and take over the case!’How will Jimmy react when he’s…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Don’t take MY KIDS!MARCELLAMonday, 9.00pm ITV DramaMarcella kept her violent blackouts a secret for months, but now her estranged husband, Jason, knows about her condition, and in this week’s episode her worst fears look set to come true.After being offered a new job in Singapore, Jason tells Marcella he’s leaving Britain with their two kids and threatens to tell the police about her problem if she doesn’t agree.‘There’s still anger between Jason and Marcella,’ says Nicholas Pinnock, who plays Jason. ‘He knows she can’t be trusted as a parent until she gets help and he wants to move on with his life. Marcella feels like she has no place in the family any more.’The news stuns Marcella (Anna Friel) and she visits a psychologist, who urges her to revisit her memories of the…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Secrets and spies!ENDEAVOURSunday, 8.00pm ITV DramaYoung Endeavour Morse becomes embroiled in the shadowy world of the secret service in this week’s episode of Endeavour.Shot deadThe detective, played by Shaun Evans, takes part in international game show Jeux Sans Frontières where, during a colourful obstacle race, a member of the rival German team is shot dead.As Endeavour investigates, he also discovers that one of the Swiss team has been murdered in his hotel room.When Special Branch suddenly takes over the case with no explanation, Endeavour secretly continues to investigate, revealing dark links to the ongoing Cold War.‘It is a really challenging case,’ says Shaun, who was thrilled to film part of the episode in London. ‘We filmed outside the Royal Albert Hall, which was interesting.’Meanwhile, Endeavour’s relationship with photojournalist Claudine (Claire Ganaye) develops,…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Singing to win!IT’S THE FINAL!ALL TOGETHER NOWSat, 7.15pm BBC1 EntertainmentWhen singing trio The Sundaes first appeared on BBC1’s Saturday-night talent show All Together Now, they were on a mission to stand out from the crowd.‘The Sundaes want to show people it’s not about how you look, it’s about being talented,’ says Keris Lea – aka Chocolate Sundae – from Brighton. ‘We are different but we just want people to smile, have fun and enjoy what we do.’Singing to winFollowing rousing renditions of Donna Summer and Barbra Streisand’s No More Tears (Enough is Enough) and Lulu’s Shout in the first heat, The Sundaes are through to Saturday night’s grand final. Comedian Rob Beckett hosts as 10 acts from five heats perform again for 100 music industry experts.Each act must get as many as…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Ross ATTACKS Debbie!Tuesday MUST-SEE EPISODE!Ross has gone into hiding since the horrific acid attack, which has left his face badly scarred. But the injured farmer has only one thing on his mind: revenge!On the edgeRoss remains unaware his own ex-lover Debbie is to blame for the state he’s in, after she secretly paid drug dealer Simon to attack Ross’ boss, Joe, who has been making life a misery for Debbie and her family. But in a case of mistaken identity, Simon attacked the wrong man.This week, Pete continues to worry about Ross’ state of mind, but is pleased when his brother agrees to leave the house and visit his psychiatrist. The doctor is alarmed by Ross’ drinking, especially as he is already on strong medication.During the session, Ross is given hope when…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018Tyrone kisses Gemma!Fiz and Tyrone’s relationship has been on rocky ground for weeks now, as the couple continue to disagree over which of their daughters, Hope and Ruby, is to blame for a series of shock incidents at home.The bickering has taken its toll on Tyrone and he turns to Gemma for support.When Hope and Ruby run off together and start playing with an electric saw at Underworld, it is Gemma who saves the day. But Fiz is horrified when she hears what happened and announces she is taking Hope and moving in with her brother Chesney.Both down in the dumps about their disastrous relationships, Tyrone and Gemma share some beers and spend the evening together. But how will Gemma react when Tyrone unexpectedly kisses her?…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018We’re swapping partners!NEW FACTUALSeven Year SwitchTuesday, 9.15pm C4Most married couples go through difficult times, but few would swap partners to work out whether to make up or break up!In C4’s new series, four couples in crisis switch partners and live as husband and wife on Thailand’s tropical island of Koh Samui to try to save their failing relationships.Among the couples are Michelle and George, from Leicester, whose marriage is on the rocks thanks to George’s lack of help in the home. ‘He gives everything to work but nothing when he comes home,’ says Michelle. ‘There’s a lot of shouting and swearing when we argue. It’s make or break.’Only one bedThey’re paired up with Tom and Rachel, from York, whose money worries have driven a wedge between them and made them question whether…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-2018I saw Mum KILLEDNEW FACTUALRachel Nickell: The Untold StoryThursday, 9.00pm ITVFew of us have clear recollections of when we were two. But for Alex Hanscombe, the events of the morning of 15 July 1992, just before his third birthday, are etched in his memory.That was the day Alex’s mother, Rachel Nickell, was sexually assaulted and stabbed to death on Wimbledon Common in south London in front of him.The brutal murder shocked the nation and prompted one of the Metropolitan Police’s biggest ever manhunts. The trial of Colin Stagg, who was arrested and charged, collapsed, and it took 14 years for Broadmoor inmate Robert Napper to be convicted.Almost 26 years on, Alex still has vivid recollections of the murder in which Rachel was stabbed 49 times. He remembers his father, Andre, kissing him goodbye…1 min
What's on TV|03-Mar-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 letterPerfect prequelI don’t think ITV gets enough credit for its period crime dramas. I really enjoy watching Shaun Evans as a young Morse in Endeavour. He’s perfect and I’m so glad there’s currently a new series on. The actors stay true to the original characters, and the storylines are gripping. ITV has also given us a young Jane Tennison, so how about a young Jack Frost? He was such an endearing personality, it would be great to see how it all started out for him.Catherine Farmer, Port…3 min
