PICK OF THE WEEK

SATURDAY

RWC 2019 Live: The Final (STV, 8am)

We started off with 20 teams, and now after 47 matches spread over six weeks, it all comes down to this, as the final takes place at International Stadium Yokohama. Although the hosts Japan provided the two biggest shocks of the tournament - defeating Ireland and Scotland on the way to their first quarter final once the last four teams were decided, it was made up of two teams each from the traditionally strong Northern and Southern Hemisphere nations as England took on New Zealand, and Wales played South Africa. Mark Pougatch presents coverage of today’s showpiece match of England versus South Africa which will decide the winners of the William Webb Ellis Cup.

Strictly Come Dancing (BBC1, 7pm)

Halloween was last week but will there be any more frights as Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman present the seventh live episode of this year’s series? The 10 remaining celebrity couples will be taking to the dancefloor, hoping to impress the judges and the viewers at home. Motsi Mabuse, Craig Revel Horwood, Shirley Ballas and Bruno Tonioli will score the performances out of 10 before the voting lines open - giving viewers at home the chance to have their say and determine who will be leaving the competition.

Scott & Shackleton’s Antarctic Adventure: The Discovery (C5, 8.30pm)

For the latest programme in his Great British Ships series, Rob Bell looks at the RRS Discovery. This barque-rigged auxiliary steamship was the last traditional wooden threemasted ship to be built in the UK and was designed specifically for Antarctic research. Launched in 1901, its first mission was the British National Antarctic Expedition, carrying Robert Falcon Scott and Ernest Shackleton on their highly successful journey to the Antarctic. After service as a merchant ship before and during the First World War, Discovery was taken into the service of the British government in 1923 to carry out scientific research in the Southern Ocean, becoming the first Royal Research Ship, while from 1929 to 1931, Discovery served as the base for the British Australian and New Zealand Antarctic Research Expedition.

The X Factor: Celebrity (STV, 8.30pm)

Dermot O’Leary hosts the next stage in the starstudded version of the singing contest, which features further live performances in London. The remaining acts have got through the initial rounds in Los Angeles and the judge’s deliberation, and now must battle it out for the chance to be crowned champion and win a record deal.

Spiral (BBC4, 9pm & 10pm)

The drama known in its native France as Engrenages continues with another double-bill. Following the debacle resulting in Fouad’s

death, the team is taken off the investigation, as the case is given to the Criminal Brigade, headed up by Bremont. Laure is increasingly concerned about Lebrion’s interference, while Josephine realises she also has plenty of reasons not to trust Edelman. Then, Roban falls into a trap, and while Laure and Gilou identify a suspect in the money-laundering operation, Beckriche’s loyalty is put to the test. But will he betray his mentor, Lebrion?

SUNDAY

John and Lisa’s Weekend Kitchen (STV, 10.30am)

TV might be overrun with cooking shows, but this is one of the best on the box. Why?

Because what John Torode doesn’t know about rustling up tasty treats isn’t worth knowing, while Lisa Faulkner is also bursting with ideas for mouthwatering creations. As series three kicks off, there are tastes of Thailand, Japan and India with dishes perfect for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The duo create recipes that pack a punch, including traditional kedgeree, veggie katsu curry, spiced lamb cutlets with potatoes, and a coconut and mango rice pudding.

Seven Worlds, One Planet (BBC1, 6.15pm)

David Attenborough turns his attention to life in Asia, the planet’s most varied and extreme continent, which stretches from the Arctic Circle to the equator. Walruses gather in huge

numbers in the frozen north and brown bears roam around remote Russian volcanoes, while the deep jungle provides sanctuary for the last few Sumatran rhino. There is also a glimpse of rarely seen creatures, from yeti-like golden snub-nosed monkeys in the mountain forests of China to a bizarre predator in the baking deserts of Iran.

His Dark Materials (BBC1, 8pm)

After what feels like months of trailers, the highly anticipated new series based on the novels by Philip Pullman is finally here. And the BBC clearly believes it’s going to live up to the hype as a second series has already been commissioned (which means its already doing

better than the 2007 movie The Golden Compass, which was based on the first book in the trilogy - the expected sequels to that never materializes). The magical drama sees a starstudded cast, including Ruth Wilson, James McAvoy and Lin-Manuel Miranda bringing to life the story of Lyra (Dafne Keen), a girl living in an alternate universe-version of Oxford, who is about to embark on a dangerous journey of discovery.

The Americas with Simon Reeve (BBC2, 9pm)

The penultimate leg of Simon Reeve’s journey takes him to Texas and the Rio Grande border, which thousands of migrants are crossing in search of a better life. To find out what many of them are fleeing, Simon then crosses the border himself into Mexico to learn more about the drug war that is ravaging much of Central America. He even ventures out on patrol with the local police and special forces, having first put on a flak jacket and helmet. The presenter gets a chance to experience a different aspect of Mexico when he heads to the jungle to visit the ruins of an ancient civilization. He also speaks to the descendants of the Mayans who once lived there, and finds out why many of Mexico’s indigenous population feel they are treated as second-class citizens.

World on Fire (BBC1, 9pm)

Paris falls to the Germans with not a single shot fired and Webster begins a campaign of resistance under the nose of the Nazis at the American hospital, while in Berlin, Mr and Mrs Rossler are arrested for neglecting their patriotic duties. Harry has returned home to Manchester with one of the Senegalese troops who stayed by his side to transport soldiers off Dunkirk beach, and is dumbfounded to learn that a newly formed special operations unit is interested in having him on board. Lois finds herself growing closer to Vernon.

MONDAY

Junior Bake Off (C4, 5pm)

The Great British Bake Off has only just ended, but its broadcaster already has a readymade replacement to keep fans happy - a junior version of the contest for youngsters aged between nine and 15. Okay, so it’s not the first time the show has aired - it used to be on CBBC back in the day - but this is its debut on Channel 4. Harry Hill, who can also be seen on Friday nights fronting his Clubnite series, is the presenter, while Prue Leith and former Bake Off contestant Liam Charles are the judges. The programme will air each weekday and the format is slightly different - 20 young bakers will enter the tent, divided into various heats, with those coming out on top after two challenges making it through to the grand final.

The British Guide to the End of the World (BBC4, 9pm)

To mark the 30th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, this is one of several films addressing and discussing circumstances that led to the end of the Cold War and the fall of the wall. It examines Britain’s mission to have its own nuclear force; a controversial yet fascinating topic for millions. The film uses largely unseen archive and testimonies from people directly involved in and affected by Britain’s nuclear ambitions as the country prepared itself for a possible nuclear attack.

Meet the Bears (BBC2, 9pm)

Whether you think they are cute and cuddly or downright terrifying, bears are definitely adaptable. Hugh Bonneville narrates a documentary looking at the habits of the family of animals and the skills they have developed to survive a range of environments around the world. The film explores how bears have overcome the challenges of life - from finding food and raising the cubs to confronting rivals and habitat loss - all thanks to brains, brawn and a remarkable ability to adapt. Part of the Natural World strand.

Dublin Murders (BBC1, 9pm)

In the aftermath of Daniel realising that Cassie is not really Lexie, the truth about who the housemates are come to light, with Cassie being drugged and held hostage by the friends. However she exploits their weaknesses, insecurities and rivalries in attempt to get them to turn against one another. Meanwhile, Rob has managed to track down Shane, but just as all seems lost he reaches a turning point. Something deep inside him knits together back, and as his mind clears he realises that the cases were never connected.

Fifty Shades of Green with Alan Titchmarsh (STV, 9pm)

To celebrate half a century spent in gardens around the world, the broadcaster visits his favourite horticultural locations around the UK with friends and experts who share his passions. He meets food writer Mary Berry at his favourite vegetable plot, goes inside Prince Charles’ garden at Highgrove, takes a tour of Griff Rhys Jones’ epic space and and strokes the hallowed turf on Wimbledon’s Centre Court. Alan also returns to the allotment where, as a toddler, he was first introduced to gardening.

TUESDAY

Nukes, Subs & Secrets, BBC Scotland, 10pm

For 45 years after the Second World War, the Soviet Union and the West were deadly enemies. Presenter Jenna Watt’s family worked at the Faslane nuclear submarine base and she has written and performed an award winning play about the Scottish based nuclear deterrent. In this documentary she travels the length of the country unearthing Scotland’s Cold War stories. From the school boy who blagged his way into a missile launch, to the priest in South Uist who encouraged his parishoners to build roadside shrines to keep the weapons out; from the mother who raised her kids in a peace camp, to the young woman from Dunoon who found love with an American sailor during the Cuban Missile Crisis. She also tells the stories of the scientists who tested biological weapons on monkeys, of the soldiers who parked their nuclear load in a layby so they could stop for a cup of tea, and of the top secret nuclear bunker the Soviets probably knew about.

MasterChef: The Professionals (BBC2, 8pm)

New series. Gregg Wallace hosts the first week of the culinary contest, which sees the first six professional chefs competing for a place in this week’s quarter final. Half of the competitors are challenged by Marcus Wareing to prepare poached guinea fowl breast with a Sauce Robert, while Monica Galetti sets the rest the challenge of making hand-cut tagliatelle with a lamb ragu. Finally, they must prepare a signature dish to decide who will stay on.

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Rick Stein’s Secret France (BBC2, 9pm)

There was once a time when France was THE destination for gastronomes across the globe. Its food was unbeatable, with seemingly every eaterie offering a taste sensation. But things have apparently changed. “My friends tell me that France is no longer the place for good food,” says Rick Stein. “They say the towns and villages that have been touched by tourism are now all the same. But I guess I’m a bit of a

romantic and I’d like to prove them wrong.” As a result, he’s embarking on a culinary journey that takes him the length and breadth of the country in his car. He’s leaving the tourist hotspots around in favour of back roads and charming towns and villages in search of cafes and restaurants with inventive menus, as well as chefs, farmers, artisans and vineyard owners who produce an amazing range of goods.

Live at the Apollo (BBC2, 10pm)

New series. Tom Allen is the host for the first in a new run of stand-up showcases, performed in front of a live audience at London’s worldfamous Hammersmith Apollo. Each show features sets from two of the country’s most acclaimed up-and-coming comedians, and this week it is Rosie Allen and Kae Kurd taking to the stage. Performers set to appear in this series include Sindhu Vee, Alex Edelman, Lou Sanders, Darren Harriott, Jessica Fostekew, Stephen Bailey, Desiree Burch, Paul McCaffrey, Jonny Pelham, Ardal O’Hanlon, Sara Barron, Mawaan Rizwan, Guz Khan, Kiri Pritchard-McLean, Rhys James, Sarah

Pascoe, Chris McCausland and Flo & Joan.

Mary Kills People (More4, 12.05am)

You might recall this Canadian drama about ER doctor, Mary Harris (Caroline Dhavernas). By day she helps save lives, and at night, with the help of a former plastic surgeon, Mary moonlights as an underground angel of death. In the first of the new run, the death retreat is up and running. However, its disguise as a legitimate hospice is crumbling and with it the vision that Mary and Des had of continuing their work in quiet secrecy. However, when one death fails to go as planned, Mary’s family and the work she loves is in jeopardy.

WEDNESDAY

DIY SOS: The Big Build (BBC1, 8pm)

This time, Nick Knowles and the team transforms a home in Bromsgrove. Karis, a 28-year-old woman who has cerebral palsy, currently lives with her mother, Karen, but now her own health is deteriorating and it is making caring for Karis almost impossible. The family have decided that Karis should move in with her older sister Jo, but her entire home is inaccessible for Karis, so the team decides to build a large two-storey extension to make the house more suitable.

Doc Martin (STV, 9pm)

Caroline Quentin is reunited with her former Men Behaving Badly co-star Martin Clunes in the latest episode of the Cornwall-set drama. She plays local vet Angela Sim who consults the GP about a lump in her breast. While at the surgery, Angela comments on Buddy the dog not being himself, and later, when Buddy’s condition worsens, Martin rushes him to Angela’s clinic. There, the doc discovers Angela can barely see and diagnoses cat scratch fever. What’s worse, the vet’s condition means she can’t operate on Buddy, meaning Martin must carry out the surgery on Buddy

himself, under her guidance. Elsewhere, actress Selina Cadell’s daughter Letty Thomas joins her mum in the cast to play her character Mrs Tishell’s young cousin Sarah, who is shadowing her for work experience. Initially seeing her as a protege, her opinion quickly changes when Mrs Tishell realises Sarah could have jeopardised her relationship with Martin by giving Louisa the wrong medication to help with her fertility treatment.

The Apprentice (BBC1, 9pm)

For this week’s task, the candidates head to a top theme park where they are challenged to create and market their own roller coaster. They will need to design and brand their new

attraction for the theme park which will be turned into a 4-D ride that they then pitch to the park’s top talent. During the design process, miscommunication costs one team dearly, and later, both teams struggle as they pitch their ideas to the panel. Back in the boardroom, one of the candidates from the losing team leaves the competition.

Guilt (BBC2, 9pm)

Max tries to derail private detective Kenny, a drunken no-hoper who used to work for him, but the case has given the investigator the purpose he needs to get back on track. To make matters worse, Max is also dealing with threats from Walter’s neighbour Sheila, who

reveals she witnessed something on the night in question. Later, Max’s wife Claire’s grows suspicious of his actions and cracks begin to show in their marriage. Thriller, starring Mark Bonnar, Jamie Sives, Emun Elliott, Ellie Haddington, Ruth Bradley and Sian Brooke.

Robbing Your Relatives: Families at War (C5, 10pm)

No one wants to believe that a trusted and loved family member would ever steal from them. But family fraud is on the increase, with millions of pounds being stolen from victims by their own flesh and blood. Following a twopart programme last year, this new documentary series features more cautionary

tales looking at what can happen when lovedones fall out over money. The first episode examines the case of a man who was alleged to have robbed his mother’s pension and life savings, but took his own life before justice was done. There is also the story of a pair of identical twins who fell out over a £55,000 loan, and that of a teenager who was cheated out of her grandfather’s inheritance by her own dad and stepmother.

THURSDAY

Inside the Supermarket (BBC1, 8pm

New series. Documentary going behind the scenes of Sainsbury’s. After a challenging Christmas, the staff go all out to maximise profits with their flower sales over the Mother’s Day weekend. Plans are also made to sell a birthday cake to celebrate the company’s 150th year of trading, bringing in Claire Ptak, the creator of Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding cake, for ideas. Plus, last year CEO Mike Coupe announced a possible merger with Asda. Will industry regulators give the company the go-ahead to become the biggest supermarket in the country?

Charles: 50 Years a Prince (STV, 9pm)

Half a century ago in Caernarfon, Prince Charles embarked on a unique relationship with a country that has shaped his life and work. In the years since, millions have watched him as he offered thoughts on a variety of subjects, including architecture. His Royal Institute of British Architects speech about ‘a monstrous carbuncle on the face of a much-loved and elegant friend” provided food for thought in 1984. Charles’ uneasy relationship with the Press came to the fore in 2005 when he posed for photos in Switzerland. While acknowledging a sometimes troubled and turbulent history, Marion Milne’s film will be a celebration of Wales through the eyes of a Prince who has made the role his own. Luke Evans provides the narration.

London Calling: Cold War Letters (BBC4, 8pm)

Between 1955 and 1975, the BBC’s World service programme Letters Without Signature broadcast letters which gave voice to the silenced people of East Germany by inviting them to secretly write into a radio programme. Listeners wrote in their thousands. This film examines the impact of the show on both the peopleof East Germany - who faced imprisonment if discovered - and the show’s producers in London. Cameras also focus on its mysterious presenter, Austin Harrison, who announced different postal addresses every few weeks at the end of the show.

Giri/Haji (BBC2, 9pm)

An ambush on a Soho restaurant ends with the Mori brothers on the opposite sides of a frantic gun battle - and prompts a series of flashbacks in which Yuto relives the split-second decisions that brought him and Kenzo to this point. Fourteen months ago, Yuto realised he was destined to always be bad when yakuza boss Fukuhara dispatched his best man, Jiro, to recruit him. But he also realised that unlike his brother, Fukuhara believed in him. Crime thriller, starring Takehiro Hira, Yuko Nakamora and Kelly Macdonald.

FRIDAY

Unreported World (C4, 7.30pm)

New series. This multi-award-winning foreign affairs strand returns, with a film exploring the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian’s rampage through the Bahamas. When Dorian hit the region back in August, it sparked worldwide headlines. In its aftermath, reporter Seyi Rhodes uncovers the dark story of how Haitian migrants have been left homeless and now, prohibited from rebuilding, are being deported by the government. They live with families who are in hiding after their homes were wrecked and their documents lost. Their futures are now uncertain with the government threatening jail

sentences and heavy fines.

Flirty Dancing (C4, 8pm)

If you’re too much of an old-fashioned romantic to consider stripping off for Naked Attraction, then Flirty Dancing, which is back for a new series, might just be the dating show for you. For newcomers, Ashley Banjo matches two singletons and works with them separately on a dance routine. They’ll eventually meet for the first time to perform it and decide whether they want to see each other again based purely on whether sparks fly on the dancefloor. In the first episode, he meets a 23-year-old who has given up hope of finding love in the small Lancashire town of Darwen and is about to take to the floor with Jordan, who believes he won’t meet anyone in his own small town - Darwen in Lancashire. Ashley also plays Cupid for Nife, who wants a nice guy who is also tall. Well, her match Shaun is 6 foot 4...

Caravanning with Shane Richie (C5, 9pm)

Shane Richie is ending the series by revisiting the beginning of his own love affair with caravan parks. He’s getting the ferry to Isle of Wight, which holds a special place in the actor and ex-Blue Coat’s heart - not only is it the site of his childhood holidays, it’s also where he started his career as an entertainer. However, it won’t just be a trip down memory lane, as he finds that things have changed since his time. For a start, he’s staying in a rock ‘n’ rollthemed caravan that comes complete with its own hot tub. Let’s hope it also has decent kitchen facilities, as Shane is joined by TV chef Tony Tobin to cook up the edible seaweed they foraged at Sandown. The pair also visit the UK’s oldest theme park and prove that some things never change as Shane calls the bingo at the entertainment centre.

Would I Lie to You? (BBC1, 9.30pm)

Comedians Greg Davies and Guz Khan, Strictly co-host Claudia Winkleman and historian Lucy Worsley join host Rob Brydon and regular captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack on the comedy panel show. As usual, the participants set out to hoodwink their opponents with absurd facts and plausible fibs about themselves in a bid to secure a team victory, through rounds including Home Truths and Quick-fire Lies. Savvy viewers may have noted that after 12 series, both Mitchell and Mack are running woefully short of truthful bizarre experiences to recount of themselves.

The Graham Norton Show (BBC1, 10.35pm)

Olivia Colman takes over from Claire Foy as Queen Elizabeth II when award-winning historical drama The Crown returns to Netflix for its third season a week on Sunday (November 17).Tonight, the host chats to the Oscar-winning actress about the role, as well as her co-star Helena Bonham Carter, who is also joining the series as Princess Margaret. Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman discusses his role in new conspiracy thriller 21 Bridges, while Richard Ayoade talks about his book Ayoade on Top and the recent series of Travel Man on Channel 4. Finally, former One Direction singer Niall Horan performs his single Nice to Meet Ya.