New TV shows coming soon

Stay up-to-date with all the latest TV and on-demand releases coming soon to Freesat. From must-see drama to hard-hitting documentaries and side-splitting comedy, find out what TV is coming up this month.

BBC | ITV/ STV | Channel 4 | Channel 5 | U | BLAZE

New on BBC

Lord of the Flies

BBC One + BBC iPlayer, from Sunday 8th February at 9pm

Adapted for television by multi–award‑winning writer Jack Thorne, this new series follows a group of boys who find themselves stranded on a remote tropical island with no adults after a catastrophic plane crash.

As the boys attempt to establish order, Ralph naturally steps up to lead, supported by the group’s intellectual voice of reason, Piggy. But when Jack becomes consumed by the thrill of hunting and his own desire for power, he quickly begins to pull others away – leading the boys down a dark path that takes them further from rescue, and closer to devastating tragedy.

Death in Paradise (Season 15)

BBC One, from Friday 30th January 

Back again, the 15th season of Death in Paradise will see Selwyn Patterson (Don Warrington) officially returning as commissioner and being thrown straight into the deep end as he faces the consequences of his recent absence from the Island. Elsewhere, while attempting to connect with his newly-found half-brother Solomon (Daniel Ward), Mervin’s happiness quickly becomes frustration when he discovers how different they really are…

Winter Olympics

Watch on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, from Thursday 5th February

Can you believe it’s been four years since Beijing? Well, it’s that time again – and this season we head to Italy, where the world’s best Olympic athletes come together to represent their countries and compete for glory on the international stage.

Silent Witness (Season 29)

BBC One, Monday 2nd February

In this new instalment we welcome back Dr Nikki Alexander (Emilia Fox) and Jack (David Caves) as they take on a brand new batch on complex cases!

New on ITV & STV 

Betrayal

Watch on ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player, from Sunday 8th February

Secrets, unpredictable twists, and a lot of drama is what awaits you in ITVs new drama Betrayal. Shaun Evans takes the lead as John Hughes, a seasoned MI5 operative who uncovers a sinister plot involving a gang with Iranian ties. As the pressure from the agency mounts for him to step aside, he finds himself paired with Mehreen Askari-Evans (Zahra Ahmadi), and together they race to uncover the truth – before everything blows up (literally)!

The Lady

Coming soon to ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player

Coming to your screens from the makers of The Crown, this gripping new royal crime drama explores the real-life story of Jane Andrews (Mia McKenna-Bruce), former royal dresser to Sarah Ferguson (Natalie Dormer). Once a determined woman who climbed the social ladder with remarkable speed, her fortunes took a sharp turn after losing her prestigious role. When she later met Thomas Cressman, life finally seemed to be improving again – until their relationship ended in tragic and devastating circumstances.

New on Channel 4

Secret Genius

Stream on Channel 4, from Sunday 1st February

Calling all secret geniuses, this shows for you! Alan Carr is back on our screens, this time joined by Countdown legend, Susie Dent. Together they travel across the UK meeting people from all walks of life to uncover the country’s most gifted and unsung minds. The six-part series sees the suspected geniuses take part in immersive and ambitious challenges that will test all aspects of their brain power! And the best bit, you can play along too at home!

The Antiques Riviera

Watch on Channel 4, from Wednesday 11th December

This new series brings the wonderful antiques world to screen following a colourful cast of expert traders and local dealers who bring their heirlooms and antiques to dealers up and down the Devon coastline in the hope of leaving with as much money as possible to fund their dreams.  Each episode will see a new seller looking to turn their items into cash!

New on 5

The Super Bowl

Watch on 5, from 10:30pm on Sunday 8th February

Sports fans – get ready! You’ll be able to watch the entire NFL Final for free on 5, including the full halftime show. Hosted by 5’s very own NFL frontman, Dermot O’Leary, this is your chance to catch the biggest game of the season live and in full.

New on U

Queen’s of Mystery 

Coming to U this February

This comedy crime drama follows three crime writing sisters and their detective niece as they solve a variety of murders in the picturesque English village of Wildermarsh.

Starring Julie Graham, Martin Trenaman and Juliet Stevenson.

Bangers & Cash (Season 13)

Watch on U&Yesterday, from Thursday 5th February

Time to head back to North Yorkshire as classic car auctioneers The Mathewson’s return. In this series, Derek meets a kindred spirit who has something even Derek thinks the chances of selling are nil! Alongside this prepare for some very cool cars passing through auction, from a Vauxhall Lotus Carlton to a rare MK2 Aston Martin DB6!

BLAZE

Junk & Disorderly (Season 4)

Tuesdays, from the 3rd February at 3:05pm and 9pm

Making its premier on Blaze, season 4 of the much-loved buy and sell show sees Henry Cole back once again, joined by engineering genius Allen Millyard and restoration ace Skid, as the team take on their most exciting challenge yet!

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