| What's on Now & Next (2026-04-23) | |||
| RTE One
[101] [HD:135] |
00:55 | Douglas Is Cancelled | The furore around the joke continues. Douglas needs to be coached on how to handle the questions he's facing. But who should do the coaching? His wife or his co-presenter? Comedy drama, starring Hugh Bonneville and Karen Gillan |
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| 01:45 | Prime Time | In-depth analysis of current affairs and topical reports, presented by Miriam O'Callaghan and Fran McNulty | |
| RTE2
[102] |
00:55 | Did You Read About Erskine Fogarty? | Robert Sheenan stars in this darkly absurd comedy based on Blindboy Boatclub's acclaimed short story. It follows a day in the life of a man who has lost everything in the financial crash, as he drags his last possession in the world - a large American-style fridge - through the streets of Limerick, while gradually losing touch with reality |
| 01:25 | Suspect | A humbled and subdued Danny returns to the mortuary to say a final goodbye to Christina in the company of ex-wife Susannah. However, any attempts to reminisce about Christina as a little girl quickly turn into recriminations about why neither of them was aware of the life she was leading. Starring James Nesbitt and Anne-Marie Duff | |
| Virgin Media One
[103] |
00:21 | Out There | Nathan is suspicious of the Land Rover he saw launching the drone, and when it surprisingly leads him to his brother's girlfriend Robyn, he finds Caleb too and tries to sort things out for Johnny the best way he knows how - but only succeeds in further trapping him in the process |
| 01:20 | The Mystery of the Lady in the Lake | The case of Shani Warren, whose death became front-page news when the 26-year-old's body was found bound and gagged, apparently drowned in a Buckinghamshire lake in 1987. A 66-year-old man was convicted of indecent assault and murder and also of the kidnap and rape of a 16-year-old girl some six years earlier | |
| TG4
[104] |
01:00 | Dáil Éireann | Coverage of today's proceedings in Dáil Éireann |
| 01:45 | Abair Amhrán | Singer Kathy Jordan features in the series taking a fresh look at the songs of past schooldays | |
| Virgin Media Two
[105] |
00:45 | Judge Rinder's Crime Stories | Barrister Robert Rinder examines real-life cases, looking at the events leading up to crimes, going through the police investigations and summing up the trials |
| 01:45 | C*A*U*G*H*T | Postponed from its original broadcast date in October 2023, the six-part comedy starring, created and directed by Kick Gurry arrives for duty. Four dim-witted Australian soldiers, Phil Choi (Alexander England), Dylan Fox (Gurry), Rowdy Gaines (Ben O'Toole) and Albhanis Mouawad (Lincoln Younes), undertake a covert mission on behalf of the Minister of Defence (Erik Thompson). The luckless quartet are captured by freedom fighters on the small island nation and make a hostage video that they hope will go viral. The soldiers unexpectedly become global celebrities and the captives wonder if their dire predicament could be the best thing that ever happened to them | |
| Virgin Media Three
[106] |
00:05 | Four Lives | The body of Jack Taylor is found in Barking churchyard. His family are devastated and, like the relatives and friends of the other victims, are convinced his death is suspicious. Once again, however, the police dismiss their doubts, prompting the victim's family to begin their own investigation. Meanwhile, Sarah Sak has accepted she will never know what happened to Anthony. But then CCTV footage of Port and Taylor is released - and an arrest is made |
| 01:20 | McDonald & Dodds | A young woman dies in a busy park in broad daylight, so Dodds are called in to untangle the mysterious circumstances of her death. Who is she? How did she die surrounded by witnesses? And how is it possible that she appears to be smiling? Evidence leads to Professor George Gillan, a linguistic anthropologist who lives in a rambling mansion with his eccentric mother, whose 100th birthday is days away. Dodds is sure that the house has something to do with the murder, but in uncovering its history, Dodds also unearths secrets in his own past. Return of the crime drama, starring Jason Watkins and Tala Gouveia, with guest appearances by Alan Davies, Catherine Tyldesley and Sian Phillips | |
| BBC One
[108] |
00:50 | Blankety Blank | Bradley Walsh hosts the comedy quiz show in which a panel of six celebrities fill in the missing blanks and help win some brilliant prizes for some very lucky contestants. This week, he is joined by Rhod Gilbert, Jill Scott, Aisling Bea, Guz Khan, Nitro and the Rev Kate Bottley |
| 01:25 | BBC News | A round-up of the latest headlines | |
| Channel 4
[111] [HD:142] |
01:05 | Open House: The Great Sex Experiment | Nicolle and Ben arrive at the retreat keen to spice up their seven-year relationship by having sex with other people. However, when Nicolle reveals that she's a people pleaser who finds it hard to say no, Dr Lori warns the couple that Nicolle needs to vocalise her feelings. The pair invite resident couple Kiki and Sophia to spend some intimate time with them in the hot tub, and the fun continues in the bedroom. But is Nicolle as happy with the night's sexual climax as she seems? Meanwhile, thrill-seekers Katey and Dan pursue a live sex show experience |
| 01:55 | Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA | The chef tries to reverse the fortunes of the Mixing Bowl diner in Bellmore, New York, where a talented cook's work is being undone by the manager's marketing plans - putting the finances in dire straits | |
| E4
[112] [HD:162] |
01:10 | Married at First Sight Australia | Bec attempts to apologise for her text scandal at the sixth dinner party, but apparently that also involves shifting the blame onto someone else |
| 02:30 | Gogglebox | The armchair critics get in Eurovision mood as they sit down for the annual song contest. They also watch spy thriller Citadel, new dating show I Kissed a Boy, Open House: The Great Sex Experiment, as well as The Greatest Auction, Family Fortunes and The Big Celebrity Detox. First shown in May 2023 | |
| BBC Four
[117] |
01:00 | Scotland: Rome's Final Frontier | Archaeologist Fraser Hunter reflects on three centuries of interaction and conflict between the Romans and ancient Scottish tribes. He examines whether the Scots were too strong for the invading army or if the country was simply considered not worth the effort of conquering. He also focuses on the first Tay Bridge, the first depiction of tartan and forgotten Roman camps that once held 35,000 men |
| 02:00 | Shark | A look at how scientists are challenging traditional perceptions of sharks, with breakthroughs regarding the creatures' intelligence and social skills presenting them in a surprising new light. The programme also highlights some researchers' beliefs that studying the predators could help to solve some of the most pressing medical challenges of the 21st century. Narrated by Paul McGann | |
| More4
[118] [HD:168] |
01:15 | 24 Hours in A&E | Mechanic Grant, 34, is rushed in after being crushed against a brick wall by his own car, which he was working on at the time. Doctors are concerned he has a serious pelvic injury and other internal wounds and work quickly to establish how severe they are. Meanwhile, 44-year-old Doug, who has a rare growth on his head and face which is prone to profuse bleeding, arrives in A&E, and 23-year-old cage fighter Charlie is treated in minor injuries for something in his eye |
| 02:15 | 24 Hours in A&E | A five-year-old is rushed into St George's struggling to breathe, and her mum reveals how she has spent months in Great Ormond Street Hospital after being diagnosed with a rare form of juvenile arthritis. Meanwhile, an 83-year-old man in a confused state arrives in A&E after falling over, and as doctors carry out tests and a CT scan, his wife helps them understand the reason behind his confusion. Plus, a twelve-year-old girl must be brave as she undergoes treatment for a nasty cut on her leg | |