Today's TV Thursday 17 November

bbc 1bbc 2utvchannel 4channel 5rte onerte 2virgin onetg 46.006.00BREAKFAST (S)9.15MORNING LIVE (S)10.00EXPERT WITNESS (S)10.30DIRTY ROTTEN SCAMMERS (S)11.15HOMES UNDER THE HAMMER (S)12.15BARGAIN HUNT Philip Serrell and Roo Irvine guide the teams around Ardingly Antiques Fair. (S)1.00BBC NEWS AT ONE; Weather (S)1.30BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)1.45DOCTORS A day in the life of Dr Alisdair Haskey. (S)2.15MONEY FOR NOTHING Transforming a sewing box, some sash windows and a dolls house. (S) (R)3.00ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY Jules Hudson helps a couple to find a new home in Devon. (S) (R)3.45THE REPAIR SHOP The team works on a gold mantle clock, an SAS soldier bookend and a 1920s microscope. (S)4.30THE TRAVELLING AUCTIONEERS Christina Trevanion and Will Kirk visit East Sussex couple Lindy and Rob, who want to sell their antiques to fund a dream home. (S)5.15POINTLESS Quiz, hosted by Alexander Armstrong. (S) (R)6.00BBC NEWS AT SIX; Weather (S)6.30BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)7PM7.00THE ONE SHOW Alex Jones and Ronan Keating host the show featuring a mixture of celebrity chat. (S)7.30EASTENDERS The internet goes down, so Patrick and Howie convince Denzel to play dominoes to pass the time, giving him the chance to talk about his complicated feelings for Amy. Alfie tries to persuade Mick and Bobby to invest in a food festival. (S)8PM8.00MASTERCHEF: THE PROFESSIONALS The quarter-finalists compete in challenges set by the judges to test their innovation. They have just 10 minutes to plan a dish based around the combination of orange and ginger. With a variety of ingredients at their disposal they then have just 70 minutes to prepare and serve a dish of their own creation. (S)9PM9.00OTI MABUSE: MY SOUTH AFRICA Dancer Oti Mabuse left South Africa more than 10 years ago, and the country has changed since then. Now she returns to revisit her childhood home and the people and places that inspired her. Her journey begins in the township of Mabopane near Pretoria, where she grew up, going back to her first school and first dancefloor. (S)10 PM10.00BBC NEWS AT TEN (S)10.30BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)10.40THE VIEW A review of the week’s political news, including reports on the latest events at Stormont and Westminster. Plus, comment and analysis with studio guests. Presented by Mark Carruthers. (S)11PM11.20Question Time Fiona Bruce presents the topical debate from Snape, in Suffolk, inviting a panel of politicians and other guests to answer questions from an invited audience. (S)12.20Newscast (S)12.55Mood Sasha knows she cannot keep running from her trauma. After finding the strength to be honest, she must believe in herself and find her voice. With Nicôle Lecky. Last in the series. (S) (R)1.45BBC News (S)6AM to 6:30PM6.30The Repair Shop (S) (R)7.15The Travelling Auctioneers (S) (R)8.00Sign Zone: Iolo: A Wild Life (S) (R)8.30Sign Zone: Villages by the Sea (S) (R)9.00BBC News The latest headlines. (S)10.00BBC News (S)11.00Politics Live Special: The Autumn Statement (S)1.00LIVE SNOOKER: UK CHAMPIONSHIP Coverage of the afternoon session on day six, featuring two last-16 matches from York Barbican. (S)5.15FLOG IT! (S) (R)6.00RICHARD OSMAN’S HOUSE OF GAMES Yasmine Akram, Stephen Mangan, Ingrid Oliver and Tom Rosenthal take part. (S)6.30STRICTLY: IT TAKES TWO Janette Manrara is back with more backstage gossip, and designer Vicky Gill provides a look at what the couples will be wearing at the famous Tower Ballroom. (S)7PM7.00LIVE SNOOKER: UK CHAMPIONSHIP Coverage of the evening session on day six, featuring the concluding two last-16 matches from York Barbican. Seven-time champion Ronnie O’Sullivan was among the winners, overcoming Noppon Saengkham 6-3 to set up a quarter-final meeting with 2020 World Championship runner-up Kyren Wilson. (S)8PM8.00THE SECRET GENIUS OF MODERN LIFE Hannah Fry examines the tech behind food delivery apps like Just Eat, which are now used by 24 million people in the UK. She meets the R&D team behind food delivery titan Deliveroo, finds out how pensioners ordering Greggs revolutionised food delivery, and how pizza made many fall in love with internet in the 1990s. (S)9PM9.00THE ENGLISH Eli and Cornelia are forced to make a choice when they find an orphaned baby and child. Meanwhile in Powder River, an English farmer discovers the slaughter of his pregnant cattle. (S)9.50DRENAGH ESTATE: DEEP ROOTS Part two of two. Conolly McCausland races against time to finish the walled garden. (S) (R)10PM10.20WATERWORLD Darryl Grimason joins a volunteer dive underneath the waters of Dundrum Bay. (S) (R)10.30NEWSNIGHT; Weather (S)11PM11.15Snooker: UK Championship Action from the concluding day of last-16 matches, held at York Barbican and played over the best of 11 frames. (S)12.05Snooker: UK Championship Extra Extended highlights. (S)2.05Sign Zone: Hans Zimmer: Hollywood Rebel (S) (R)3.05Sign Zone: Strictly Come Dancing (S) (R)4.30Sign Zone: Strictly Come Dancing: The Results (S) (R)5.10This Is BBC Two (S)6AM to 6:30PM6.00GOOD MORNING BRITAIN (S)9.00LORRAINE Entertainment, current affairs and fashion news, as well as showbiz stories and celebrity gossip. Presented by Lorraine Kelly. (S)10.00THIS MORNING Daily magazine, featuring a mix of celebrity chat, showbusiness news, lifestyle features, health and beauty advice and more. Including Local Weather. (S)12.30LOOSE WOMEN The women put the world to rights once more and invite a celebrity guest to chat about what they are up to. (S)1.30ITV LUNCHTIME NEWS (S); Weather (S)1.55UTV LIVE (S); UTV Weather (S)2.00DICKINSON’S REAL DEAL David Dickinson is in Wolverhampton with his dealers. (S)3.00RIDDICULOUS Quiz hosted by Ranvir Singh in which Amanda and Adrian and Chelsea and Dominic take on Riddlemaster Henry Lewis. (S)3.59UTV WEATHER (S)4.00TIPPING POINT Ben Shephard hosts the arcade-themed quiz. (S)5.00THE CHASE Quiz show, hosted by Bradley Walsh. (S) (R)6.00UTV LIVE (S); UTV Weather (S)6.30ITV EVENING NEWS (S); Weather (S)7PM7.30EMMERDALE Amelia is shocked. Meanwhile, Sam and Lydia are mortified by what Samson has done. Kerry is devastated. (S)8PM8.30PETS: THE COST OF LOVING – TONIGHT Times are tough for millions of pet owners, who not only have their own household bills to contend with, but also those of their much-loved animals. Prices are going up - food, vets bills and insurance - causing stress and anguish. In some cases, even forcing owners into making the hardest of decisions. (S)9PM9.00I’M A CELEBRITY GET ME OUT OF HERE! Ant and Dec present further coverage from the Australian jungle, with highlights from the past 24 hours assessed. Just who will face the latest round of Bush Tucker Trials, and will any of the contestants decide to say they want to quit? (S)10PM10.15ITV NEWS AT TEN (S); Weather10.45UTV LIVE (S); Weather11PM11.00Secrets of the Comedy Circuit Stand-up comedy from Belfast, filmed in front of a live audience. Contains strong language and adult humour. (S)11.30The Crossing The November 2021 disaster in the English Channel that left 31 people dead. (S)12.30Rare Breed – A Farming Year (S) (R)12.55Shop: Ideal World3.00Game of Talents (S) (R)3.55Unwind with ITV (S)5.05Dickinson’s Real Deal (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.05Countdown (S) (R)6.45Cheers (S) (R)7.10Cheers (S) (R)7.35Everybody Loves Raymond (S) (R)8.00Everybody Loves Raymond (S) (R)8.25Everybody Loves Raymond (S) (R)8.55Frasier (S) (R)9.30Frasier (S)10.00Frasier (S) (R)10.30Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA (S) (R)11.25Channel 4 News Summary (S)11.30Chateau DIY (S) (R)12.30Steph’s Packed Lunch Weekday magazine show. (S)2.10Countdown (S)3.00A PLACE IN THE SUN (S) (R)4.00SUN, SEA AND SELLING HOUSES (S) (R)5.00FOUR IN A BED (S) (R)5.30COME DINE WITH ME (S)6.00THE SIMPSONS Bart and Lisa work as his personal assistants on the film and learn about the early years of their parents’ relationship. (S)6.30HOLLYOAKS After spending the night away from home, Imran returns with an announcement. (S) (R)7PM7.00CHANNEL 4 NEWS (S)7.55RORY PECK AWARDS 2022 Film-maker Surabhi Tandon recalls how she came to document a simple solution being used in Delhi’s most deprived communities in the battle against India’s soaring heat. With some places facing summer temperatures of close to 50C, women are coming together to find easy. (S)8PM8.00ALDI’S NEXT BIG THING Products including Norfolk mustard ice-cream and chocolate-flavoured pasta bid to make their way onto the shelves at Aldi. Flavour is the watch word, as the suppliers do their best to convince the retailer’s representative Julie that their product can compete with the iconic brands that customers all know. Anita Rani Chris Bavin hosts. (S)9PM9.00TASKMASTER The gullible contenders take part in another selection of challenges, and with just three episodes of the series remaining both Fern Brady and Munya Chawawa are yet to claim a win. Can a rare tailless tiger bring them some luck? Dara O Briain gets visibly frustrated with John Kearns, and Sarah Millican does something clever with her hand. (S)10PM10.00THE HORNE SECTION TV SHOW New series. Sitcom, written by and starring Alex Horne and the Horne Section, which finds the Taskmaster sidekick pitch to be the leading man of a Channel 4 late-night chat show. (S)10.35THE HORNE SECTION TV SHOW Showtime is fast approaching and, despite not being able to sing, plans are afoot for Alex’s starring role. (S)11PM11.058 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown John Cooper Clarke is in Dictionary Corner. (S) (R)12.05The Jesse Lingard Story: Untold (S)1.00Ramsay’s Hotel Hell (S) (R)1.5024 Hours in A&E (S) (R)2.45FILM: Moffie (2019) Romantic drama, starring Kai Luke Brummer. (S)4.30Couples Come Dine with Me (S) (R)5.25Drawers Off: The Big Naked Painting Challenge (S) (R)5.50Kirstie’s House of Craft (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.00Peppa Pig (S) (R)6.05Peppa Pig (S) (R)6.10Meet the Hedgehogs (S) (R)6.15Oggy Oggy (S) (R)6.25Blue’s Clues & You (S) (R)6.45Fireman Sam (S)7.00Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go! (S) (R)7.10Peppa Pig (S) (R)7.15Peppa Pig (S) (R)7.25Paw Patrol (S) (R)7.40Milo (S) (R)8.00Pip and Posy (S) (R)8.15The Adventures of Paddington (S) (R)8.30Paw Patrol (S) (R)8.45Daisy & Ollie (S) (R)8.55Odo (S) (R)9.05Milkshake! Story Den (S)9.10Sunny Bunnies (S) (R)9.15JEREMY VINE (S)12.45SHOPLIFTERS & SCAMMERS: AT WAR WITH THE LAW (S) (R)1.405 NEWS AT LUNCHTIME (S)1.45HOME AND AWAY (S) (R)2.15FILM: A BIG FAMILY CHRISTMAS (2021) Premiere. A young woman arrives at the Hacienda de la Sierra for Christmas vacation, leading to a family crisis. Comedy drama, starring Haylie Duff and Aaron O’Connell. (S)4.00BARGAIN-LOVING BRITS IN THE SUN (S) (R)5.005 NEWS AT 5 (S)6.00WINTER ROAD RESCUE (S)6.30EGGHEADS Hoping to topple the quizzing giants are the Blade Runner-inspired Tyrell Corporation. (S)6.555 NEWS UPDATE (S)7PM7.00BRITAIN’S POSHEST FARM SHOP Part one of two. Documentary celebrating seven of the finest farm shops in the country, including one in rural Wales whose customers include members of the Royal family. There is also a look at a Lincolnshire farm shop on the historical Doddington Estate. (S) (R)7.555 NEWS UPDATE (S)8PM8.00INSIDE THE TOWER OF LONDON Deputy governor Debbie Whittingham and yeoman gaoler Rob Fuller have spotted an impressive visitor berthed across the river from the Tower. Meanwhile, Tracy Borman investigates the bridges that connect the Tower to the south side of the Thames, including London Bridge and Tower Bridge. (S); 5 News Update (S)9PM9.00BRIAN COX: HOW THE OTHER HALF LIVE Part one of two. The actor, famed for his role as formidable patriarch Logan Roy, exploring society’s complicated relationship with money, and looks back at his own personal journey from growing up in poverty to becoming a Hollywood actor. Brian looks upon his childhood experiences growing up in poverty in Dundee. (S)10PM10.00MOTORWAY COPS: TOTAL CARNAGE A look at how the nation’s roads are policed, joining an elite team of motorway officers as they crack down on Britain’s worst drivers. (S)11PM11.30FILM: Transporter 3 (2008) Action thriller sequel, starring Jason Statham and Natalya Rudakova. (S)1.15The LeoVegas Live Casino Show Interactive gambling. (S)3.15Entertainment News on 5 (S)3.30Bargain-Loving Brits in the Sun (S)4.20Bargain-Loving Brits in the Sun (S) (R)5.05House Doctor (S) (R)5.35Peppa Pig (S) (R)5.40Paw Patrol (S) (R)5.50Pip and Posy (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.00EURONEWS7.05TELESHOPPING7.40TELESHOPPING8.15TODAY Weather10.20THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW (S) (R)11.10DOCTORS (S); Weather11.50LEADERS’ QUESTIONS (S)12.45TELLY BINGO (S)1.00RTÉ NEWS: ONE O’CLOCK; Weather (S)1.30HOME AND AWAY (S)2.00SHORTLAND STREET (S)2.30HOME RESCUE (R)3.00EASTENDERS (S) (R)3.30TODAY Daily magazine show featuring entertainment and celebrity news, consumer advice, and Ireland’s biggest giveaways. (S) (R)5.40NUACHT5.55RTÉ NEWS WITH SIGNING (S)6.00THE ANGELUS (R)6.01RTÉ NEWS: SIX ONE; Weather (S)7PM7.00FUTURE ISLAND LIVE Anna Daly is joined by experts to examine new treatments for Alzheimer’s, and there is a look at the things that sci-fi series Star Trek correctly predicted years in advance. Plus, the science of skin, the body’s largest organ, and a report on air quality. Last in the series. (S)8PM8.00EASTENDERS Patrick helps Howie and Denzel to bond. Jack’s struggles continue. A desperate Alfie tries a new investment ploy. (S)8.30FAIR CITY Sharon and Hayley are at odds over Anto. Meanwhile, Orla must choose between the excitement of Lenny and whatever Paul offers. Elsewhere, Maria decides to turn down Zak’s job offer. (S)9PM9.00RTÉ NEWS: NINE O’CLOCK; Weather (S)9.35PRIME TIME In-depth analysis of current affairs and topical reports, presented by Miriam O’Callaghan and Fran McNulty. (S)10PM10.15THE CHANGE: IRELAND’S MENOPAUSE STORY Documentary about women’s experiences of going through the menopause, looking both at common and rare symptoms, and talking to experts about the effects, and what the long-term ramifications are, With contributions by Dr Deirdre Lundy, Dr Caoimhe Hartley and Dr Sarah Callaghan. (S) (R)11PM11.15Bloodlands Brannick enlists the help of Heather Pentland to find out what Jackie Twomey knows about Goliath. Tori Matthews and Izzy put pressure on Tom to get to the truth. Last in the series. (S) (R)12.20The Split A death in the family brings everyone back together. (S) (R)1.30Prime Time (S) (R)2.10Telly Bingo Presented by Declan Buckley. (S) (R)2.25Doctors (S) (R)2.55Dr Phil3.40EuroNews6AM to 6:30PM6.00EuroNews8.00news2day8.10Nova Jones (S) (R)8.40Junior MasterChef (S) (R)9.15Boy Girl Dog Cat Mouse Cheese (S) (R)9.30Boy Girl Dog Cat Mouse Cheese (S) (R)9.45Let’s Find Out (S) (R)10.00Pins and Nettie (S) (R)10.05Peppa Pig (R)10.10Peppa Pig (R)10.15Peppa Pig (R)10.20Mya Go (S)10.25Mya Go (S)10.30Mya Go (S)10.35Alva’s World (R)10.45Alva’s World (R)11.00Kiva Can Do (S) (R)11.15Bright Sparks (S) (R)11.25Dizzy Deliveries (S) (R)11.40Dizzy Deliveries (S) (R)11.55Hardball (R)12.20Wild Kids (S) (R)12.35The Bagel and Becky Show (R)12.45The Bagel and Becky Show (R)1.00Taking the Next Step (S) (R)1.354 O’Clock Club (S) (R)2.10Junior MasterChef (S) (R)2.45Shoebox Zoo (R)3.15Horrible Histories (R)3.50Nova Jones (S) (R)4.20news2day4.30THE SIMPSONS (S)5.00THE GOLDBERGS (S) (R)5.30THE BIG BANG THEORY (S) (R)6.00SHORTLAND STREET Long-running hospital drama set in a New Zealand accident and emergency ward, following the private and professional lives of the staff who work there.6.30HOME AND AWAY Remi is concerned when Bree does not reply. (S)7PM7.00LIVE INTERNATIONAL SOCCER FRIENDLY Republic of Ireland v Norway (Kick-off 7.45pm). Peter Collins presents all the action from the match at Aviva Stadium. Both teams are looking for a morale-boosting victory after failing to qualify for the World Cup, and Ireland will today be faced with the task of stopping the prolific Erling Haaland. (S)10PM10.15THE LOVE EXPERIMENT A brand-new dating show based around a social experiment designed by psychologist, Dr Arthur Aron in the 1990s. Throughout the series, strangers are paired together to ask each other a series of questions that scientific studies can lead to falling in love.10.45DERRY GIRLS Jenny Joyce organises a 1950s-style prom. (S) (R)11PM11.15Wagner: Putin’s Shadow Army Documentary following Alexandra Jousset and Ksenia Bolchakova’s investigation into Russian paramilitary organisation the Wagner Group, used by Vladimir Putin to promote Russia’s expansionist ambitions and destabilise the West. (S) (R)12.20The Outlaws The group discover a bag of cash in the community centre’s ceiling. (S) (R)1.30Our Miracle Years (S) (R)2.35EuroNews6AM to 6:30PM6.15The Six O’Clock Show (S) (R)7.00Ireland AM (S)10.00This Morning12.30News at 12:30 (S)1.00The Chase (S) (R)2.00The Chase Quiz show. (S) (R)3.00LOOSE WOMEN4.00HEATHROW: BRITAIN’S BUSIEST AIRPORT (R)4.30JUDGE JUDY5.00JUDGE JUDY5.30NEWS AT 5.30 (S)6.05THE SIX O’CLOCK SHOW Chat show, featuring celebrity interviews. (S)7PM7.00NEWS AT 7 (S)7.30EMMERDALE Amelia is shocked. Sam and Lydia are mortified by what Samson has done. Kerry is devastated. (S)8PM8.00EMMERDALE (S)8.30BRADLEY & BARNEY WALSH: BREAKING DAD9PM9.00I’M A CELEBRITY GET ME OUT OF HERE! Ant and Dec present further coverage from the Australian jungle.10PM10.15THE TONIGHT SHOW (S)11PM11.15TOO CLOSE (S) (R)12.15THE HOTEL INSPECTOR (R)1.10FILM: FIRELIGHT (1997) Period drama, starring Sophie Marceau.3.15CLOSE5.25THE TONIGHT SHOW (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM7.00Cúla 411.10The Wonder Years (S) (R)11.40The Golden Girls (S) (R)12.10River Cottage Australia (S) (R)12.40Garraí Glas (R)1.10Hart to Hart (S) (R)2.05Shark Tank (S)3.00Cúla 45.27AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH5.30AN FÓD DEIREANACH (R)6.00THE GOLDEN GIRLS Dorothy falls in love, but the others have reservations about her new man. (S) (R)6.30THE WONDER YEARS Kevin runs for school president. (S) (R)6.57AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH7PM7.00NUACHT TG47.30SEAL LE DÁITHÍ Director Colm Bairéad joins host Dáithí Ó Sé.8PM8.00TURAS BÓTHAIR Discussions about Rose of Tralee, pole dancing and Elon Musk. Last in the series.8.30ROS NA RÚN Réailtín’s seeks alcohol to help celebrate her birthday.9PM9.00GLÓR TÍRE: ROGHA & TOGHAThe best of Irish country music featuring Patrick Feeney and newcomer Brendan Keane. (R)9.30HECTOR: BALKANS GO BALTICS Hector Ó hEochagáin visits Romania, beginning his trip in the capital Bucharest. He travels back in time to Romania’s communist era and meets some Romanian modern witches.10PM10.30FÍORSCÉAL A Costa Rican family that has sheltered more than 130 children in the last 40 years.11PM11.32AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH11.35ROS NA RÚN Réailtín’s seeks alcohol to help celebrate her birthday. (R)12.05SHARK TANK (S) (R)1.00DÁIL ÉIREANN1.25FRANCE 245.30FRANCE 24