Free films on TV this week

Free films on TV this week: 

Jaws 2 (1978)

Tuesday 8th July, ITV4 at 9pm

The terror returns to Amity Island in this suspense-filled sequel. Police chief Martin Brody (Roy Scheider) faces another deadly great white shark threatening the community’s safety. More thrills, chills, and classic shark suspense to keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Karate Kid (2010)

Wednesday 9th July, Film4 at 7:15pm

A fresh take on the beloved classic, this inspiring sports drama stars Jaden Smith as a young boy learning karate to defend himself and find confidence. With the help of mentor Mr. Han (Jackie Chan), he faces challenges on and off the mat in this uplifting tale.

Hidden Figures (2016)

Thursday 10th July, Film4 at 6:30pm

Based on true events, this inspiring biographical drama tells the remarkable story of three African-American women at NASA whose brilliance in mathematics helped launch astronaut John Glenn into orbit. Working behind the scenes of one of history’s greatest missions, they broke barriers and defied discrimination in an era of deep racial and gender inequality. A powerful tribute to courage, intellect and resilience. Starring Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, and Janelle Monáe.

Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde (1980)

Friday 11th July, Talking Pictures TV 10:10pm

In this chilling retelling of Robert Louis Stevenson’s gothic classic, David Hemmings stars as the brilliant but tormented Dr. Jekyll, whose dark experiments unleash his violent alter ego, Mr. Hyde. A haunting exploration of duality, madness and the darkness that lies within.

A Man Called Otto (2022)

Saturday 12th July, Channel4 9pm

Tom Hanks stars as Otto, a grumpy but loveable widower whose carefully ordered world is turned upside down by a lively new neighbour. This heartfelt comedy drama blends dry humour with emotional warmth in a story about second chances, unlikely friendships, and learning to let life back in.

The Courier (2020)

Sunday 13th July, BBC Two 10pm

Based on a true Cold War story, this gripping spy thriller follows unassuming British businessman Greville Wynne (Benedict Cumberbatch), who is recruited to smuggle top-secret information from Soviet Russia.

Mission: Impossible- Ghost Protocol (2011)

Monday 14th July, Film4 at 11:10pm

When a mission to infiltrate the Kremlin ends in disaster, IMF agent Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) and his team – tech expert Benji (Simon Pegg) and field agent Jane (Paula Patton) – are forced to go off-grid. With their agency disavowed, they must track a shadowy terrorist known as Cobalt before he sparks global nuclear war. 

Scent of a Women (1992)

Tuesday 15th July, BBC One at 11:40pm

Al Pacino delivers a powerhouse, Oscar-winning performance as blind, embittered ex-Lieutenant Colonel Frank Slade. When quiet prep school student Charlie (Chris O’Donnell) takes a holiday job looking after him, the two embark on an unforgettable weekend in New York.

Jaws (1975)

Wednesday 16th July, ITV1 at 11:10pm

Roy Scheider, Richard Dreyfuss and Robert Shaw star in Steven Spielberg’s legendary thriller that redefined the summer blockbuster. When a great white shark terrorises a seaside town, a police chief, a marine biologist, and a shark hunter team up to stop it. Suspenseful, iconic and still terrifying.

Braveheart (1995)

Thursday 17th July, Film4 at 9pm

After the brutal murder of his wife by English soldiers, Scottish farmer William Wallace (Mel Gibson) sparks a full-scale uprising against tyranny. As he rallies clans to fight for freedom, Wallace becomes a symbol of resistance—but the path to independence is paved with sacrifice.