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New on BBC

Marie Antoinette (Season 2) 

BBC Two + BBC iPlayer, from Thursday 8th May  

The drama escalates in Marie Antoinette Season 2 as the seemingly powerful reign of the young queen and King Louis XVI becomes increasingly precarious. Faced with France's dire financial crisis, Marie is targeted by a sensational scandal: the Affair of the Diamond Necklace. As enemies multiply and revolution looms, gossip and betrayal threaten to destroy the monarchy from within. Lavish, tense, and scandal-ridden, this season marks a significant step towards their inevitable collapse.

Anna Haugh's Big Irish Food Tour 

Starts Monday 5 May on BBC Two

Embark on a mouth-watering adventure across Ireland with chef Anna Haugh in her warm and vibrant new food series. From the stunning Antrim coast to the bustling streets of Cork, Anna explores the evolving landscape of Irish cuisine, meeting passionate local producers, savouring regional flavours, and creating celebratory feasts with celebrity guests including Katherine Ryan, Laura Whitmore, and Ed Byrne.

Race Across the World

Continues on BBC One, Wednesdays at 9pm or stream on BBC iPlayer 

Race Across the World is back for an exciting fifth and season, throwing five new teams into an incredible 14,000km race from the Great Wall of China through China, Nepal, and India. With no flights, smartphones, or much cash, it's a raw test of grit, strategy, and stamina as they navigate diverse cultures for the £20,000 prize in a race unlike any other.

Families Like Ours

BBC Four + BBC iPlayer, from Saturday 3rd May

In a chillingly plausible near-future Denmark, Families Like Ours unfolds, delivering a powerful emotional impact as rising sea levels force a mass evacuation. Against this stark and unsettling backdrop, the series intimately follows the intertwined lives of families, friends, and lovers as they confront the agonizing realities of separation, the primal instinct for survival, and the profound uncertainty of their future

Who Do You Think You Are season 22

BBC One on Tuesdays at 9pm, or stream on BBC iPlayer

Prepare for more moving and revelatory journeys into the past as the beloved genealogy series Who Do You Think You Are? returns. This season, join celebrities including Andrew Garfield, Mishal Husain, Ross Kemp, and Layton Williams as they embark on deeply personal explorations of their family histories, uncovering long-lost stories that unexpectedly illuminate aspects of British history.

New on ITV & STV 

Code of Silence

Watch on ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player, from Sunday 18th May

In the gripping new thriller Code of Silence, Rose Ayling-Ellis plays Alison Brooks, a sharp deaf woman recruited for an undercover sting thanks to her lip-reading abilities. Tasked with monitoring a dangerous gang's major heist, her mission is complicated by growing feelings for a key suspect, leading to blurred loyalties and perilous twists. Tense, emotional, and refreshingly original, this it’s a must-see drama of 2025!

Malpractice (Season 2)

Watch on ITV1 and ITVX, STV and STV Player, from Wednesday 4th May

A seemingly routine shift takes a devastating turn in Malpractice, a taut psychological medical thriller that plunges into the chaotic aftermath. On-call psych consultant Dr James Ford finds himself at the centre of a crisis involving two vulnerable patients, triggering a rigorous investigation. Ford's complicated personal life and questionable reputation immediately cast suspicion, but as the inquiry deepens, a far more unsettling truth emerges—this isn't just about one doctor; it's about a hospital teetering on the brink. The gripping question remains: is Ford dangerously reckless, or simply the first crack in a much larger systemic failure?

New on Channel 4

Taskmaster (Season 19) 

Watch on Channel 4, from Thursday 1st May

The brilliantly bonkers Taskmaster is back for Season 19, bringing a fresh batch of famous contestants and ludicrous challenges. With Greg Davies delivering his iconic judgment alongside Alex Horne, expect the weirdest and funniest tasks imaginable in this BAFTA-winning comedy game show.

The Handmaids Tale (Season 6) 

Watch on Channel 4, from Saturday 3rd May at 9pm

The sixth and final season of the dystopian drama The Handmaid's Tale concludes the chilling story set in Gilead, a totalitarian regime born from a post-civil war US.

Prepare to be utterly gripped, and unsettling, but powerful, series. Set in a dystopian future The Handmaid's Tale delivers a chillingly potent vision of Gilead, where fertile women are forced into servitude. This isn't just drama; it's a stark, unflinching look at power and oppression, forcing viewers to confront uncomfortable truths. Elizabeth Moss stars. Stream seasons 1-5 on channel 4 now.

Long Bright River 

Stream on Channel 4, from Sunday 11th May

Amanda Seyfried stars as Mickey, a police officer in the suspenseful series Long Bright River. Patrolling a Philadelphia neighbourhood hard-hit by the opioid crisis, Mickey finds herself drawn into a series of murders that may be connected to her own past.

The Good Doctor (Season 4)

Stream on Channel 4, from Friday 2nd May

The Good Doctor continues its heartfelt and high-stakes medical drama, following Dr. Shaun Murphy (Freddie Highmore), a gifted surgeon with autism, at a prestigious San Jose hospital. 

New on 5

Faking It (Season 2) 

Watch & stream on 5 from Tuesday 20th May

Back after nearly 20 years, with a modern reboot, the award-winning reality series Faking It is more challenging than ever. Each episode sees an everyday person plunged into an unfamiliar profession with just four weeks to train and convince a panel of experts they belong. With expert guidance, the ultimate question is: can they pull off the ultimate deception, or will they be revealed as a fake? It's a crash course in transformation under intense pressure.

The Game 

Watch & stream on 5 from Monday 12th May

Tension runs high in this gripping new drama starring Jason Watkins and Robson Green. Retired detective Huw has never let go of the one case he couldn’t crack—but when his quiet new neighbour Patrick moves in, Huw becomes convinced he’s finally found the killer who’s haunted him for years. What follows is a psychological cat-and-mouse thriller. Is Huw solving the mystery at last, or is he unravelling under the weight of his obsession? Moody, suspenseful, and full of doubt, this one will keep you guessing.

New on U

The Chelsea Detective (Season 3) 

Coming soon to U & U&Drama

DI Max Arnold (Adrian Scarborough) is back on the beat in the chic—and surprisingly treacherous—borough of Chelsea for a compelling third season of The Chelsea Detective. This time, he's joined by a new partner, the determined DS Layla Walsh (Vanessa Emme), as they unravel a fresh wave of twisted crimes against the backdrop of London's affluent streets. Their investigations will lead them from mysterious finds on the Thames foreshore to complex diplomatic dramas at the US Embassy, where the secrets and the dangers escalate. Prepare for a smart, stylish, and satisfyingly dark journey into British crime.

Recipes for Love & Murder (Season 2) 

Stream all episodes on U from Friday 3rd May

Back with more flavour and intrigue, Recipes for Love & Murder serves up another helping of small-town crime with a deliciously witty twist. When a reader of Tannie Maria’s (Maria Doyle Kennedy, Outlander) recipe/advice column turns up dead, Maria and her rookie journalist Jessie (Kylie Fisher) can’t resist looking into things—much to the disapproval of local detective (Tony Kgoroge, Invictus). Set against the warm, picturesque backdrop of rural South Africa, this cosy drama combines the comfort of food with the spice of unexpected danger, proving that even in the most charming settings, murder can be on the menu.

New on BLAZE

Weird Britain (Season 2) 

UK premiere on BLAZE, on Wednesdays starting 7th May at 9pm

If you're drawn to folklore, legends, and the mysterious side of life, add Weird Britain to your watchlist this month. Hosted by Andy McGrath (known for Elusive: Bigfoot in Britain and the Beastly Theories podcast), this docuseries explores the UK's strangest stories, region by fascinating region. From the search for a legendary giant's tomb in Cornwall to uncovering the truth behind Scotland's most infamous witch, each episode seamlessly combines history with the wonderfully bizarre. Expect to encounter Britain's familiar stories in an entirely new light, featuring everything from Robin Hood to lost cities and ancient curses.

Cursed Histories 

New to BLAZE & Free TV, on Sundays from the 11th May at 9pm

Unearth the sinister side of history with Cursed Histories, a compelling new docuseries that investigates the deadly legends surrounding some of the world's most notorious curses. From the mysteries surrounding Tutankhamen's tomb to the strange tales of Frenier's ruins, each episode meticulously explores the chaos and calamity attributed to supposedly cursed individuals, locations, and artifacts. With insightful commentary from historians such as Tony McMahon and Dr John Woolf, the show compels you to consider: are these simply unfortunate events—or is there a more malevolent force at play? If you're drawn to eerie true stories with a supernatural undercurrent, this is a must-see.

New on Netflix  

Sirens

Limited series available on Netflix from 22nd May

Glamour meets gripping suspense in Sirens, a sun-drenched psychological drama unfolding over a fateful Labor Day weekend. We follow Devon (Meghann Fahy) as she arrives at a luxurious island, a vision of stunning mansions and vibrant hydrangeas. But appearances can be deceiving, and the deeper she ventures into this world, the darker it becomes. Devon's dreamy escape soon transforms into something far more sinister, with danger subtly present just beneath the surface. Starring alongside Fahy are Julianne Moore, Milly Alcock, and Kevin Bacon.

New on Prime Video 

Nine Perfect Strangers (Season 2)

Available on Prime Video from 22nd May

Nicole Kidman returns as the enigmatic Masha in Nine Perfect Strangers Season 2, where the stakes are higher and the secrets darker. Four years after the hit first season, Masha pushes a new group of wealthy strangers—and herself—to their limits for healing. Set in a new location with a fresh cast, expect psychological unravelling and Masha's signature chaos. The question: will anyone survive intact?