Another week of telly is set to keep viewers glued to their screens, with two fan-favourite series making a triumphant return.
Stephen Mangan is back at the helm for the second series of The Fortune Hotel on ITV, promising another group of UK contestants and a fresh batch of cases to crack.
Over on Channel 4, a selection of well-known faces are stepping out of their comfort zones in a new series of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, facing a series of gruelling challenges.
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The BBC also delivers its fair share of emotions with a new show delving deep into the animal world. Parenthood is narrated by natural historian and national treasure David Attenborough.
Meanwhile, streaming platforms are serving up their own captivating dramas and documentaries. Here’s your guide to this week’s TV highlights.
The Count of Monte Cristo is an adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’ novel
The Count of Monte Cristo
Saturday, 9pm, U&Drama
Sam Claflin takes on the role of Edmond Dantes in this fresh adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’ French classic, The Count of Monte Cristo. Wrongly accused of treason and imprisoned due to a rival’s jealousy, Edmond plots revenge after years of captivity.
Returning under a new identity, he sets out to ruin the lives of those who betrayed him. Expect emotional twists, explosive turns and compelling performances from Blake Ritson, Ana Girardot and Jeremy Irons.
Griff’s Great American South
Saturday, C4
Comedian Griff Rhys Jones heads to Charleston, South Carolina, where the American Civil War began. With his signature wit and charm, Griff explores grand architecture, mouthwatering delicacies and Southern hospitality, delving into the city’s rich and controversial past.
However, his journey also includes encounters with the descendants of enslaved individuals, delving into how the region’s challenging history continues to influence its present.
Bettany Hughes explores the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
Saturday, 7pm, Channel 5
Join Bettany Hughes as she embarks on a mesmerising journey through time, traversing Egypt, Greece and Turkey to rediscover the most awe-inspiring monuments of the ancient world.
From the majestic Great Pyramid to the towering Colossus of Rhodes, Bettany masterfully intertwines history and myth in an enlightening travelogue. Her unique warmth and insight bring life to these ruins, unveiling not just their magnificence but the civilisations that birthed them.
Billy Joel gives fans rare access into his life in a new gripping documentary -Credit:Getty Images for SiriusXM
Billy Joel: And so it Goes
Saturday, 9pm, Sky Documentaries
He’s sold millions of records and filled stadiums across the globe – but who really is Billy Joel? This revealing two-part documentary provides rare access to unseen performances, intimate interviews and personal archives, unravelling the heartache, hope and triumph that underpin his music.
Now at 76, the Piano Man lowers his guard, reflecting on the moments that moulded him and the songs that continue to touch multiple generations.
William: A Life in Pictures
Saturday, 8:30pm, Channel 5
From infancy to future monarch, this fresh documentary traces Prince William’s life through his most iconic photographs – from a shy schoolboy to a king-in-waiting.
Featuring exclusive footage and expert insights, this documentary delves into the impact of Diana’s death, the lifelong burdens of Royal duty, his 2011 nuptials to Kate Middleton, and the family he’s nurtured. Now at 43, and first in line to the throne, the question lingers – how will he mould the monarchy’s future?
Parenthood
Sunday, BBC1
David Attenborough is back on our screens with Parenthood – a wild and emotional journey through the ups and downs of rearing the next generation.
Filmed across 23 countries, this enlightening series captures remarkable moments of animal parenting, from orcas instructing their young on hunting techniques, to spiders making the ultimate sacrifice for their offspring.
With breath-taking visuals and a moving score, it’s a potent, unfiltered look at the lengths animals will go to for love, survival and legacy.
Fourteen new celebrities test their limits -Credit:Channel 4
Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins
Sunday, 9pm, C4
Fourteen celebrities are set to endure the ultimate test in the seventh series of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. Guided by Chief Instructor Billy Billingham and his team, the group is put through military-grade challenges across the remote Welsh landscape.
Over eight episodes, the celebrities are pushed to their limits and stripped of all comforts as they undergo real Special Forces training. This year’s roster includes Tasha Ghouri, Harry Clark, Troy Deeney, Rebecca Loos and Conor Benn.
Naming the Dead
Sunday, Disney+
Across America lie thousands of unidentified bodies. This gripping five-part series documents the race to reveal their identities.
Assisted by DNA Doe Project – a leading organisation in genetic investigation and identification – forensic teams and law enforcement tackle cold cases that have remained unsolved for decades, using innovative technology to bring answers and closure to families left in uncertainty. Part detective story, part human drama, this show blends heartbreak with science.
Emma Willis fronts new season of Cooking With the Stars alongside Tom Allen -Credit:ITV
Cooking With the Stars
Sunday, ITV
Eight celebs are trading the limelight for the kitchen in the fifth series of Cooking with the Stars. Over six episodes, hosted by Emma Willis and Tom Allen, this culinary contest pairs famous faces such as Natalie Cassidy, Jordan North, Ekin-Su and Kelly Hoppen with professional chefs.
Together, they engage in intense cook-offs, all vying for the coveted Golden Frying Pan. With eliminations determined by the pros themselves, it’s a true test of nerve, skill and teamwork.
Dr Claire Bailey Mosley and Dr Karan Rajan delve deep into the reality of living with ADHD -Credit:Channel 4
Do You Have ADHD?
Tuesday, C4
This enlightening documentary on ADHD is led by Dr Clare Bailey Mosley and Dr Karan Rajan, delving into the realities of this complex condition.
From children and adults stuck in lengthy queues awaiting diagnosis to specialists aiding life post-diagnosis, the programme illuminates the increasing demand for understanding.
For Clare, it’s personal: she steps into the patient role herself, undergoing testing to explore whether ADHD might explain aspects of her own behaviour.
TOWIE’s Georgia and Tommy share an insight into their life as a couple -Credit:ITV
Georgia & Tommy: Happy Essex After
Tuesday, ITV2
Georgia Kousoulou and Tommy Mallett are back – but it’s not all glitz and glamour. After over a decade together and two wedding ceremonies, the TOWIE veterans give us a peek into married life and parenthood in this heartwarming six-part series.
From hectic mornings with Brody and Gigi to the realities of romance after babies, it’s an unfiltered glimpse at the power couple in their most private moments as they navigate their Happy Essex After.
Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne return to Platonic season 2
Platonic
Wednesday, Apple TV+
Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne are back as the lovable yet chaotic best mates Will and Sylvia in the second series of Platonic. Following a one-year time leap at the end of the first series (and Will’s unexpected proposal), the duo continue to navigate through midlife chaos – from career blunders to romantic catastrophes – all while pushing each other into deeper trouble.
With familiar faces like Luke Macfarlane and Carla Gallo making a comeback, and comedy favourites Aidy Bryant and Beck Bennett joining the fun, the chaos is far from over.
After leading Britain to victory in 1945, Winston Churchill faced an astounding defeat weeks later -Credit:Popperfoto via Getty Images
Churchill: Winning the War, Losing the Peace
Wednesday, 8pm, U&Yesterday
In 1945, Winston Churchill led Britain to victory – only to lead the Conservative Party straight into political defeat just weeks later, when he was ousted from office in Labour’s landslide victory.
Narrated by actor Paul McGann, this insightful documentary revisits one of the biggest surprises in British political history, exploring why voters turned to Churchill’s opponent, Clement Attlee, and how the former Prime Minister’s wartime leadership failed to secure trust in peacetime.
Stephen Mangan couldn’t wait to front The Fortune Hotel’s second season – but there are bombshells ahead for viewers -Credit:ITV
The Fortune Hotel
Wednesday, ITV
After a successful debut last year, eleven new pairs check in for another sun-drenched, high-stakes stay at The Fortune Hotel with Stephen Mangan playing host. Each team receives a briefcase – one holds £250k, another an Early Checkout card.
Throughout their Caribbean adventure, players are tasked with heart-racing challenges, forming strong alliances and outsmarting each other to remain in the game. With case-swapping ceremonies and unexpected twists, only one pair will walk away with the grand prize.
Jenna Ortega returns as Wednesday Addams in the hit Netflix show -Credit:JONATHAN HESSION/NETFLIX
Wednesday
Wednesday, Netflix
Nevermore Academy swings open its doors once again as Jenna Ortega reprises her role as Wednesday Addams in the second season of Netflix’s popular gothic drama – and things kick off on a high note when she gets abducted.
With a new headmaster (Steve Buscemi), her younger brother Pugsley joining the student body and Morticia now working at her school, Wednesday is under pressure from all angles. As mysteries unravel, viewers delve into the Addams’ family dynamics with national treasure Joanna Lumley portraying Morticia’s mother Hester.