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:
Die Hard (1988)
Friday 17th April, E4 at 9:00pm
Bruce Willis stars as John McClane in the ultimate alternative Christmas film. A party in a Los Angeles skyscraper turns into a hostage situation, when a group of thieves take control of the building. Unfortunately for them, McClane manages to slip away. Alan Rickman co-stars as the sharply composed villain Hans Gruber.
Eyewitness (1970)
Saturday 18th April, Talking Pictures TV at 9:00pm
A young boy witnesses a murder and suddenly finds himself in danger, as the people responsible realise he could be their undoing. As the situation unfolds, Eyewitness becomes an increasingly tense tale. Mark Lester plays the boy, with Susan George and Lionel Jeffries among those drawn into the drama.
The King’s Speech (2010)
Sunday 19th April, BBC Two at 10:00pm
Before taking the throne, King George VI faced the very public challenge of overcoming a severe speech impediment. His attempts to manage it leads him to an unconventional therapist, and what happens next is portrayed here in this cinematic tale, starring Colin Firth as the king, with Geoffrey Rush as therapist Lionel Logue and Helena Bonham Carter as Queen Elizabeth.
Thirteen Lives (2022)
Monday 20th April, BBC One at 11:10pm
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When a group of boys become trapped inside a flooded cave in Thailand, a complex rescue effort begins involving experts from around the world. The conditions are unpredictable, and every decision carries risk. Viggo Mortensen and Colin Farrell play two of the divers working on the operation in this film based on real events.
Kingsman: The Secret Service (2014)
Tuesday 21st April, Film4 at 9:00pm
A teenager from a tough background is given the chance to join a secret intelligence agency, where manners matter just as much as skill. As his training begins, a new threat starts to take shape. Taron Egerton plays Eggsy, with Colin Firth as the agent who brings him into the organisation.
Air Force One (1997)
Wednesday 22nd April, 5Star at 9:00pm
In this tense political thriller, the US President’s plane is hijacked mid-flight, leaving him cut off and forced to deal with the situation himself. As the standoff develops, he moves through the aircraft trying to stay one step ahead. Harrison Ford plays President James Marshall, with Gary Oldman as the man behind the takeover.
The Wicker Man (1973)
Thursday 23rd April, BBC Four at 10:00pm
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A police officer arrives on a remote island to investigate the disappearance of a young girl, but the locals are not especially helpful. Their traditions and behaviour raise more questions the longer he stays. Edward Woodward stars as the officer, with Christopher Lee as the island’s quietly imposing leader.
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.
