Whatever you’re in the mood for, take a look at our top free films available to watch this week on Freesat.
Free films on TV this week:
The Sense of an Ending (2017)
Thursday 26th March, BBC Four at 9:30pm
A retired man is forced to revisit his past when he receives a mysterious inheritance that reconnects him with long buried memories. As he attempts to make sense of what happened in his youth, the truth proves more complicated than he expected. Jim Broadbent plays the older Tony, with Charlotte Rampling and Harriet Walter appearing in this adaptation of Julian Barnes’ novel.
Divergent (2014)
Friday 27th March, ITV4 at 8:50pm
In a future society divided into factions based on personality traits, one young woman discovers she does not fit into any of them. As she navigates a system designed to enforce conformity, her difference begins to make her a target. Shailene Woodley stars, with Theo James as the mysterious instructor Four.
Moonfall (2022)
Saturday 28th March, Channel 4 at 10:20pm
When the Moon is knocked out of orbit and sent hurtling toward Earth, a mission is launched to prevent global destruction. As they rush to uncover the causes of the crisis, one team discovers a mystery that goes far beyond the disaster. Halle Berry plays a former astronaut who is tasked with leading the mission, with Patrick Wilson and John Bradley joining the race to save the planet in this sci-fi spectacle.
The Battle of the Rails (1946)
Sunday 29th March, Talking Pictures TV at 11:20pm
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Set during the Second World War, this French drama captures the efforts of railway workers involved in the Resistance as they attempt to disrupt occupying forces. Rather than focusing on a single hero, the film follows ordinary people risking their lives through acts of quiet sabotage. Directed by René Clément and featuring a largely non-professional cast, it brings a sense of realism to a story shaped by real events.
The Drop (2014)
Monday 30th March, Film4 at 10:50pm
A New York bartender, working with his cousin in a bar with connections to the mafia, runs into trouble when he finds himself at the center of a robbery gone wrong. Tom Hardy and James Gandolfini star as Bob and his cousin Marvin, along with Noomi Rapace in a supporting role.
Creed III (2023)
Tuesday 31st March, ITV at 10:50pm
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The third outing for Adonis Creed brings things closer to home, as his life at the top of the boxing world is shaken by a friend from his past. Michael B Jordan leads the film as Adonis, while also making his directorial debut. Jonathan Majors co-stars as his rival Damian Anderson.
Belfast (2021)
Wednesday 1st April, BBC Two at 10:45pm
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Seen through the eyes of a young boy, this tale set during the Troubles in Northern Ireland is a truly gripping historical drama. Alongside the ever-present tension of the late 1960s, there is also a humour and warmth to this film, starring Jude Hill, Jamie Dornan and Caitríona Balfe.
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008)
Thursday 2nd April, ITV1 at 11:15pm
Indy is back, this time pulled into a Cold War-era mystery involving a strange artefact with unknown powers. As with past adventures, the job quickly turns into a globe-trotting adventure, with old secrets and new enemies along the way. Harrison Ford returns as the whip-cracking Jones, with Shia LaBeouf and Cate Blanchett co-starring.
Remember, if you’re not around that night you can set up a planned recording and watch these films whenever you’re ready with your Freesat 4K TV Box! Find out how to record free-to-view TV with Freesat. Find more of our film top picks this week on our Showcase.
