What to watch in ultra HD this November

Ready for a month of great telly like you’ve never seen before? Then read on to discover some of the ultra HD highlights coming up on the Virgin TV Ultra HD channel (CH 175/999) throughout November. This month there are eye-opening documentaries that take you into captivating hidden worlds, examining the behaviour of rare and remarkable species that allows you to see the power of evolution at work. From hunting to travelling to rearing young, these resilient species all have something unique and interesting about them, as they all adapt to the changing environment in order to survive. And it’s all brought to you in glorious ultra-high definition that will dazzle your senses.

With movies and TV dramas to keep you entertained too, your eyes are in for a real 4K treat this month on our dedicated ultra HD channel. Don’t worry about missing any of these when they’re on: new shows and films on the Virgin TV Ultra HD Channel are available in On Demand after their original broadcast, still in eye-popping ultra HD on compatible TVs.

Monday 3 November, 8.10pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Crawling, climbing, swimming, flying… Over billions of years, evolution has found numerous ways for living beings to move. Some are common, some decidedly quirky, but each is perfectly suited to help the creatures to find food, to reproduce, or to find a shelter from the weather or predators. This fascinating film shows how different these types of locomotion are, with close-up, ultra-high-definition images of everything from ants and snakes to monkeys and raptors. Ever-changing circumstances are constantly driving animals from one place to another and the variety of movement is mesmerising.

Season 3, Mondays until 24 November, 9pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

After a heartbreaking betrayal in the season 2 finale, renegade super-soldier Hanna (Esmé Creed-Miles, The Doll Factory) resolves to bring down Utrax, the organisation that created her, once and for all. With help from former CIA operative Marissa Wiegler (Mireille Enos, Good Omens) and double agent John Carmichael (Dermot Mulroney, The Hunting Wives), they edge closer to finding the true power behind the secretive group, until Hanna makes a discovery that will determine her fate. Don’t miss the final season of this globe-hopping adventure series, packed with thrilling action that looks amazing in crystal-clear ultra HD, with the double-episode series finale airing on Monday 24 November.

Season 1, Thursdays until 20 November, 9pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

When successful but lonely Debra Newell (Connie Britton, Nashville) meets handsome doctor John Meehan (Eric Bana, The Dry), she’s quickly swept into a whirlwind romance. But when her daughters investigate John’s background, they come to realise she’s been manipulated by a serial abuser. As Debra gets drawn deeper into John’s lies, with devastating consequences, we see how her fraught family history made her vulnerable. This gripping fact-based drama, which was based on the investigative podcast of the same name, also stars Julia Garner (Ozark), Juno Temple (Fargo) and Hacks’ Jean Smart.

Friday 7 November, 9.30pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Jake Gyllenhaal (Spider-Man: Far From Home), Rebecca Ferguson (Mission: Impossible – Fallout) and Ryan Reynolds (Deadpool) lead this action-packed, visually impressive horror as the crew of the International Space Station, who uncover the first evidence of extraterrestrial life on Mars. But what starts as a single-cell organism begins to evolve and grow at an alarming rate, and the astronauts must deal with the fallout… Shōgun’s Hiroyuki Sanada is among the supporting cast.

Weekdays from Monday 10 November, 7.20pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

See Britain as you’ve never seen it before in this series that examines the nation’s history and heritage, filmed from above in glorious 4K. From ancient castles to idyllic landscapes, from the spiritual side to the industrial, these images tell the unique story of Britain’s people, buildings and beliefs over eight fascinating episodes. 

Monday 10 November, 8.10pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

It may not be the best-known but Lake Balaton in Hungary is the largest freshwater lake in central Europe. Not only that, but it’s a natural paradise where a huge variety of animals dwell – many rare, and some that exhibit extraordinary behaviour. In this absorbing film you’ll meet predatory asps, glossy ibis and herons, wild cats, cute ground squirrels and colourful bee-eaters. See how these unusual and diverse species survive and raise their young in this unique environment, all filmed in eye-boggling, pin-sharp ultra HD.

Tuesday 11 November, 6.30pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Here’s a remarkable documentary to sink your teeth into – one that shows the power of evolution in action. See how various animals in different environments have developed their gnashing abilities over the millennia, from the hippo’s huge tusks for fighting and the hyena’s bone-crushing jaws to the great white shark’s hundreds of lethally sharp teeth. There are teeth that never stop growing and even teeth that can kill their owner. In crystal-clear ultra HD that makes the chompers sparkle, this is far more fun than a trip to the dentist. It’s part of a week of incredible animal documentaries in the same time slot: watch Incredible Bats on Monday 10 November, Incredible Fish on Wednesday 12 November and Incredible Gulpers on Thursday 13 November.

Monday 17 + Monday 24 November, 8.10pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

This two-part documentary explores the fascinating traits that have made ants and beetles evolutionary triumphs. Ants – whose global biomass rivals that of humans – have a highly social lifestyle, adaptability and swarm intelligence that has allowed them to thrive for more than 100 million years. Beetles, meanwhile, are the most diverse animal group on Earth: from tiny species to giants, they display phenomenal strength and versatility. Get up close in super-sharp ultra HD to find out more about the diets, habitats and abilities of these resilient insects – and what we can learn from the way they live.

Tuesday 25 to Friday 28 November, 6.30pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Bill Pullman (Independence Day) narrates this stunning four-part documentary, filmed over two years in incredible ultra high definition that truly captures the majestic scale of Yellowstone National Park in the US. From huge predators like mountain lions and bears to placid bison and beautiful birds, there’s an amazing breadth of wildlife, but the most memorable scenes come when below-zero temperatures collide with spewing heat from subterranean forces, creating dramatic, otherworldly displays.

Go to CH 175 or CH 999 to access Virgin TV Ultra HD. Don’t have a 4K TV? Never fear, because you can also watch the Virgin TV Ultra HD channel through your HD TV.

Please note, if you watch TV on our TiVo^® box, you will not be able to access the Virgin TV Ultra HD channel. But it’s super-simple to upgrade to our latest Virgin TV box by contacting us on 0345 454 1111 (or call 150 from a Virgin Media phone).