The Courier & Advertiser (Angus and Dundee)
CRIME IN THE CAPITAL TV PREVIEWS
Rebus – Saturday, BBC1, 9.25pm
The gritty drama following the young Edinburgh detective sergeant John Rebus (played by Richard Rankin) continues. Under pressure to close their investigation quickly, John and colleague Siobhan Clarke (Lucie Shorthouse) track down a witness to the street attack on Jimmy Mcjagger. Meanwhile, as the previously hard-up Michael shares his newfound wealth, his actions lead to bloody consequences for his brother John, who faces a fatal confrontation. Rhona weighs a life-changing offer for her daughter Sammy, and John is perturbed when his inquiries lead him uncomfortably close to home, and he has to confess to having contact with criminal Cafferty.
Red Eye – Sunday, ITV1, 9pm
The gripping Sunday night drama finally reaches its conclusion – so here’s hoping that all of the plotline’s loose ends will be tied up neatly. We are treated to a flashback that returns us to the very beginning of the story and that fateful night in Beijing, giving viewers a new perspective on what happened at the conference centre and the nightclub before the crash took place. Meanwhile, with both MI5 and CIA agents closing in, Hana and Delaney spot a familiar face. Soon things begin slotting into place, but the pair are now facing a race against time to bring those responsible for the murders to justice.
Britain’s Got Talent – Monday, ITV1, 8pm
The talent show auditions are over, which means that now it’s time for the live programmes to get under way. Judges Bruno Tonioli, Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon dished out a record number of golden buzzers during the early stages, which means the standard for this first semi-final should be high. However, now that members of the public can also have their say on the proceedings, will we be handed any big surprises as we discover who has made it through to the final – and got themselves one step closer to securing that coveted spot on the Royal Variety Show bill? As ever, Ant and Dec are lurking in the theatre wings to host and try to put the competitors at ease.
Cheap Flights: What They Really Mean For You – Tuesday, BBC1, 8pm
With the holiday season already upon us, this programme asks – what effect will the government’s net-zero targets have on the price of flights? Presenter and journalist Michelle Ackerley finds out if it’s possible for holidaymakers to make an environmentally-responsible decision on a budget. Meanwhile, Justin Rowlatt, the BBC’S climate editor, takes a look at whether the United Kingdom is actually on track to meet its “Jet Zero” targets by 2050. And finally, science reporter Fran Scott considers if new technology could possibly be the answer and finds out how the next generation of jet engines in the pipeline could be made more efficient.
Race Across The World: The Final – Wednesday, BBC1, 9pm
They’ve raced through nearly 14,000km, over seven weeks, through seven countries, so in theory, there’s been plenty of opportunities for someone to build up a lead – but as we head into the final leg, only 12 minutes separate the first two teams. So rivalries are heating up as the remaining four pairs prepare to make their way to the finish line in Lombok and claim the prize of £20,000. Their destination can only be reached from the neighbouring island of Bali, but to get there, they’ll need to navigate the length of one of the most populous islands in the world – Java. Once we’ve discovered who the winner is, there will be another chance for the pairs to swap stories about their trips in a reunion show at 10.40pm.
The Outlaws – Thursday, BBC1, 9pm
Stephen Merchant’s dark comedy caper makes a welcome return to our screens. The third series begins with arch villain The Dean behind bars, but maybe not for long as his trial is on the verge of collapse. That could be bad news for the folk we first met when they were carrying out community service – after all, he will want his revenge on those responsible for his downfall. But the group’s members soon have something else on their minds – one of them has a dark secret they’re about to tell that results in them and their friends being wanted for murder. Christopher Walken, Eleanor Tomlinson, Rhianne Barreto, Gamba Cole, Darren Boyd and Jessica Gunning also return to the cast.
The Nevermets – Friday, C4, 10pm
The second episode of the documentary series follows the stories of people who fell in love online and now want to find out if their connection is as strong in person. Law graduate Dumebi met her Dubai-based boyfriend Mazi on Instagram and has been trying to arrange a face-toface meet for a while, but the last time she made the trip to Dubai, he failed to show. Now, they have arranged to finally meet in person, but will Mazi turn up this time? Meanwhile, 17-year-old Jay has travelled 4,500 miles from the UK to India to be with his girlfriend, Venna, whose family make their expectations very clear, while Sarah’s relationship with boyfriend Jgoy is looking shaky. Could a night out with his friends be make or break?