What to watch on TV this week: Wednesday 16 to Friday 25 September

Looking for something new to watch this week? There’s plenty to enjoy on Virgin TV over the next 10 days, from the gripping new crime thriller The Blame and the return of The Chelsea Detective and All Creatures Great and Small to a new series of The Great British Bake Off.

You can also look forward to the return of Strictly Come Dancing, a new legal drama, a special celebrating 20 years of Not Going Out and the second season of MobLand on Paramount+. Here are the TV highlights to look out for.

We've picked out the biggest shows, documentaries and entertainment highlights airing between Wednesday 16 and Friday 25 September

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Pick of the day: The Chelsea Detective
8pm, U&Drama HD (CH 116)

Adrian Scarborough returns as DI Max Arnold in the fourth series of The Chelsea Detective. The new run features four feature-length cases, with Max and his team investigating a fresh collection of intriguing crimes across one of London’s most recognisable neighbourhoods.

Alongside the mysteries themselves, the series continues to explore the characters behind the investigations, making this a great choice for fans of atmospheric locations, clever twists and character-led crime drama.

What else to watch

• Kirstie and Phil’s Love It or List It: Brilliant Build, 8pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)

• The Gilded Age – 8pm, Sky Atlantic HD (CH 111)

• The Terror – 9pm, Sky Atlantic HD (CH 111)

• New Tricks – 10pm, U&Drama HD (CH 116)

• Have I Got a Bit More News for You – 10pm, U&Dave HD (CH 127)

Pick of the day: All Creatures Great and Small
9pm, Channel 5 HD (CH 105)

The much-loved drama returns to the Yorkshire Dales, bringing more warmth, humour and countryside escapism. Based on the books by James Herriot, All Creatures Great and Small follows the vets at Skeldale House as they care for their animal patients and navigate the ups and downs of village life.

As well as the usual mix of heartwarming animal stories and beautiful scenery, the new series continues to follow the personal and professional lives of the characters viewers have come to know and love. It’s perfect viewing for anyone looking for something gentle, funny and feel-good.

What else to watch

• The Chelsea Detective – 8pm, U&Drama HD (CH 116)

• The Gilded Age – 8pm, Sky Atlantic HD (CH 111)

• The Cruise – 8pm, BBC Three HD (CH 107)

• Two Men on a Bike – 8pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)

• New Tricks – 10pm, U&Drama HD (CH 116)

Pick of the day: MobLand season two
Available from Friday 18 September on Paramount+ (Apps > Paramount+)

The criminal underworld is calling once again as MobLand returns for a second season. Tom Hardy is back as Harry Da Souza, the fixer caught between powerful families, while Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren return as members of the formidable Harrigan family. With rivalries intensifying and loyalties being tested, the new season promises more high-stakes drama, dangerous alliances and family power struggles. New episodes are released weekly on Paramount+.

What else to watch

• George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces: First Homes - 8pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)

• The Gilded Age - 7.55pm, Sky Atlantic HD (CH 111)

• Special Ops: Crime Squad UK - 9.10pm, U&W HD (CH 125)

• Death in Paradise - 9pm, BBC Three HD (CH 107)

• The Iris Affair - 9pm, Sky Atlantic HD (CH 111)

• New Tricks - 10pm, U&Drama HD (CH 116)

Pick of the day: Strictly Come Dancing: The Launch
7.25pm, BBC One HD (CH 101)

The sequins are back as Strictly Come Dancing returns for a brand-new series. The launch show introduces this year’s celebrity contestants and their professional partners, with plenty of music, dancing and spectacular group performances to get the competition started.

Viewers will get their first look at the pairings, hear how the celebrities are feeling about taking to the dance floor and enjoy a taste of what’s to come in the weeks ahead. It’s the perfect way to get reacquainted with the ballroom before the first proper performances.

What else to watch

• Win Win – 7pm, ITV1 HD (CH 103)

• The Chelsea Detective – 6pm, U&Drama HD (CH 116)

• 999: Rescue Squad – 6pm, U&W HD (CH 125)

• Frozen Planet II – 6pm, U&Yesterday HD (CH 129)

• The Brokenwood Mysteries – 7pm, U&Drama HD (CH 116)

• Here We Go – 8.45pm, BBC Three HD (CH 107)

Pick of the day: The Blame
9pm, ITV1 HD (CH 103)

Michelle Keegan and Douglas Booth star as detectives DI Emma Crane and DI Tom Radley in this gripping new six-part crime thriller. When the pair begin investigating a mysterious death, their case soon leads them into a tangled web of secrets, suspicion and institutional cover-ups.

As the investigation unfolds, the detectives must navigate corruption, betrayal and moral compromise, while their own complicated relationship adds another layer to the mystery

What else to watch

• The Split Up – 9pm, BBC One HD (CH 101)

• The Great Celebrity Pottery Throw Down – 7.45pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)

• Sister Boniface Mysteries – 8pm, U&Drama HD (CH 116)

• Apocalypse – 9pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)

• The Terror – 9pm, Sky Atlantic HD (CH 111)

• Wilderness with Simon Reeve – 9pm, BBC Two HD (CH 102)

• The Rookie – 10pm, Sky Witness HD (CH 110)

Pick of the day: The Great British Sewing Bee: The Final
8pm, BBC Three HD (CH 107)

After weeks of creative challenges, the remaining sewers face their final chance to impress judges Patrick Grant and Esme Young. With the pressure on, they’ll need to show off their technical skills, imagination and eye for fashion as they compete to be crowned the winner.

Hosted by Sophie Willan, the finale promises ambitious designs, last-minute sewing-room drama and plenty of spectacular homemade outfits.

What else to watch

• Fred’s Ultimate Hotels - 8pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)

• The Gilded Age - 8pm, Sky Atlantic HD (CH 111)

• Euphoria - 9pm, Sky Atlantic HD (CH 111)

• Have I Got a Bit More News for You - 9pm, U&Dave HD (CH 127)

• New Tricks - 10pm, U&Drama HD (CH 116)

Pick of the day: The Great British Bake Off
8pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)

It’s time to head back into the famous white tent as The Great British Bake Off returns with a new group of bakers. The contestants will face a fresh set of challenges as they attempt to impress the judges with their creativity, technique and all-important bakes.

Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding are back to host, while Paul Hollywood and Nigella Lawson take their places at the judging table. Expect ambitious creations, unexpected disasters and plenty of friendly competition as the bakers try to prove they have what it takes to become the next Bake Off champion.

What else to watch

• Sort Your Life Out – 8pm, BBC Three HD (CH 107)

• The Gilded Age – 8pm, Sky Atlantic HD (CH 111)

• The Looming Tower – 9pm, Sky Atlantic HD (CH 111)

• The Rookie – 9pm, Sky Witness HD (CH 110)

• Have I Got a Bit More News for You – 9pm, U&Dave HD (CH 127)

• New Tricks – 10pm, U&Drama HD (CH 116)

• QI XL – 10.40pm, U&Dave HD (CH 127)

Pick of the day: 20 Years of Not Going Out
9pm, BBC One HD (CH 101)

The BBC celebrates two decades of Not Going Out with a special looking back at the long-running sitcom. The programme explores the show’s history, its memorable characters and the secrets behind its enduring success.

There’s a chance to revisit some of the comedy’s most memorable moments and hear more about what has kept the series going for 20 years. The anniversary special is followed at 9.30pm by a brand-new episode of the sitcom itself, making this a full evening of Not Going Out.

What else to watch

• The Chelsea Detective – 8pm, U&Drama HD (CH 116)

• DIY SOS – 8pm, BBC Three HD (CH 107)

• Location, Location, Location – 8pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)

• The Gilded Age – 8pm, Sky Atlantic HD (CH 111)

• The Terror – 9pm, Sky Atlantic HD (CH 111)

• New Tricks – 10pm, U&Drama HD (CH 116)

• Have I Got a Bit More News for You – 10pm, U&Dave HD (CH 127)

Pick of the day: The Wargame: Live
10pm, Sky One HD (CH 106)

Following the conclusion of The Wargame, The Wargame: Live brings the discussion into the real world. Hosted by Cathy Newman, the live programme explores the issues raised by the series and considers the decisions, risks and consequences involved in responding to a major national emergency.

What else to watch

• The Cruise - 8pm, BBC Three HD (CH 107)

• The Gilded Age - 8pm, Sky Atlantic HD (CH 111)

• Fightland - 9pm, Sky Atlantic HD (CH 111)

• Have I Got a Bit More News for You - 10pm, U&Dave HD (CH 127)

• Newsnight - 10.30pm, BBC Two HD (CH 102)

Pick of the day: The Graham Norton Show
10.40pm, BBC One HD (CH 101)

Graham Norton returns with another star-studded sofa, welcoming Tom Cruise, Florence Pugh, Lolly Adefope and John Bishop. Music comes from Emeli Sandé.

Expect a lively mix of celebrity stories, funny anecdotes and relaxed conversation as Graham brings his guests together. With such a varied line-up, the show should offer plenty of entertaining moments, from Hollywood stories and new projects to the unexpected conversations that make the programme such a Friday-night favourite.

What else to watch

• George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces: First Homes – 8pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)

• The Gilded Age – 7.45pm, Sky Atlantic HD (CH 111)

• Death in Paradise – 9pm, BBC Three HD (CH 107)

• Gogglebox – 9pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)

• The Iris Affair – 9pm, Sky Atlantic HD (CH 111)

• Special Ops: Crime Squad UK – 9.20pm, U&W HD (CH 125)

Carabao Cup - Manchester United v Brighton
8pm, Sky Sports Main Event HD / Sky Sports Football HD / ITV1 HD (CH 501 / 503 / 103), Wednesday 16 September

It’s knockout football at Old Trafford as Manchester United and Brighton go head-to-head in the Carabao Cup, with a place in the next round at stake.

Both Premier League sides will be looking to make a strong start to their cup campaign, so expect plenty of attacking intent, high-pressure moments and drama as they battle for a place in the next round. With the match also available on ITV1, it’s an unmissable fixture for fans of English football.

Premier League on TV this week

• Brentford v Chelsea - 8pm, Sky Sports Main Event HD / Sky Sports Premier League HD (CH 501 / 502), Friday 18 September

• Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa - 12.30pm, TNT Sports 1 HD (CH 521), Saturday 19 September

• Nottingham Forest v Coventry City - 5.30pm, Sky Sports Main Event HD / Sky Sports Premier League HD (CH 501 / 502), Saturday 19 September

• AFC Bournemouth v Liverpool - 2pm, Sky Sports Main Event HD / Sky Sports Premier League HD (CH 501 / 502), Sunday 20 September

• Manchester City v Sunderland - 2pm, Sky Sports Main Event HD / Sky Sports Premier League HD (CH 501 / 502), Sunday 20 September

• Fulham v Manchester United - 4.30pm, Sky Sports Main Event HD / Sky Sports Premier League HD (CH 501 / 502), Sunday 20 September

What else to watch

• Europa League: Sunderland v AZ Alkmaar - 8pm, TNT Sports 1 HD (CH 521), Wednesday 16 September

• Europa League: AC Milan v Benfica - 8pm, TNT Sports 2 HD (CH 522), Wednesday 16 September

• Carabao Cup: Coventry City v Aston Villa - 8pm, Sky Sports+ HD (CH 504), Wednesday 16 September

• Carabao Cup: Manchester City v Norwich City - 7.30pm, Sky Sports+ HD (CH 504), Thursday 17 September

• International T20 Cricket: England v Sri Lanka - 6.30pm, Sky Sports Main Event HD / Sky Sports Cricket HD (CH 501 / 505), Thursday 17 September

• Europa League: Crystal Palace v Lech Poznań - 8pm, TNT Sports 1 HD (CH 521), Thursday 17 September

• Europa League: Real Sociedad v AFC Bournemouth - 8pm, TNT Sports 2 HD (CH 522), Thursday 17 September

• MotoGP: Austrian Grand Prix - from 8am, TNT Sports 2 HD (CH 522), Friday 18 September

• Women’s Super League: Manchester City Women v Liverpool Women - 7pm, Sky Sports Main Event HD / Sky Sports+ HD (CH 501 / 504), Friday 18 September

• NFL: Detroit Lions @ Buffalo Bills - 1.15am, Sky Sports Main Event HD (CH 501), Friday 18 September

• Darts: World Series of Darts Finals - 6pm, ITV4 HD (CH 118), Thursday 17 and Friday 18 September

• Golf: BMW Championship - from 8.30am, Sky Sports Main Event HD / Sky Sports Golf HD (CH 501 / 506), Thursday 17 and Friday 18 September

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Top Gun: Maverick
9pm, Film4 HD (CH 428), Friday 18 September

Tom Cruise returns to the cockpit in Top Gun: Maverick, the high-flying sequel to the 1986 classic.

Pete “Maverick” Mitchell is back as a test pilot, but this time he’s tasked with training a new generation of elite aviators for a dangerous mission. Among them is Bradley “Rooster” Bradshaw, the son of Maverick’s late best friend, Goose.

Packed with spectacular aerial sequences, emotional moments and plenty of old-school blockbuster thrills, Top Gun: Maverick is a must-watch for fans of action movies.

What else to watch

• The Monuments Men – 6.45pm, Film4 HD (CH 428), Wednesday 16 September

• Greed – 9pm, Film4 HD (CH 428), Wednesday 16 September

• The Beautiful Game – 6.25pm, Film4 HD (CH 428), Thursday 17 September

• The Theory of Everything – 9pm, Film4 HD (CH 428), Thursday 17 September

• Anzio – 6.40pm, Film4 HD (CH 428), Friday 18 September

• The Adjustment Bureau – 6.55pm, Film4 HD (CH 428), Saturday 19 September

• Braveheart – 9pm, Film4 HD (CH 428), Saturday 19 September

• Le Mans ’66 – 6pm, Film4 HD (CH 428), Sunday 20 September

• A Man Called Otto – 9pm, Film4 HD (CH 428), Sunday 20 September

• Hidden Figures – 6.20pm, Film4 HD (CH 428), Monday 21 September

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