Tired of scrolling through a sea of TV shows in search of something worth watching? You’re in the right place. We’ve had a sneak preview of all the major shows coming to our screens this week and we've sorted the good from the bad to bring you the superb ones.
From Shetland’s new rival (yes, really) to the return of two beloved detective dramas (hello, Shakespeare & Hathaway) and brilliant drama from the genius that is Sharon Horgan, there’s so much good stuff coming this week. So, sit back and relax and enjoy our pick of the 7 best TV shows to watch this week on ITV, Netflix, the BBC and more.
The Split Up
The BBC’s long-awaited spin-off of The Split has finally arrived. While the Defoes sadly won’t be back on our screns, the series will remain within The Split universe. The focus turns to powerhouse legal family the Kishans - led by father-daughter duo Dhruv (Sanjeev Bhaskar) and Aria (Ritu Arya) - whose legacy is on the line when a family secret is unearthed. With The Split writer Abi Morgan serving as executive produced it, we’re expecting big things. Arriving on BBC One and BBC iPlayer at 9pm on Sunday 20th September.
The Blame
If you’re a fan of Shetland, may we introduce you to what is, in our opinion, the show’s new rival. The ITV series, which is based on the 2023 novel of the same name by Charlotte Langley and has HappyValley producer Nicola Shindler behind it, follows DI Emma Crane (Fool Me Once’s Michelle Keegan) and her colleague DI Tom Radley (Douglas Booth) who are called to investigate when the body of a teenage figure skater is found in the quiet town of Wakestead. What follows is pretty dark, to say the least, with lies, cover-ups and some pretty dark secrets exposed. Arriving on ITV1 and ITVX at 9pm on Sunday 20th September.
Youth
Is there no end to Sharon Horgan’s talents? The Bad Sisters creator is bringing us yet another brilliantly relatable series – and, naturally, she’s starring in it too. The series follow a 50-year-old divorcée (played by Sharon) who's searching for love (and sex), while navigating caring for her elderly parents and her should-be grown-up son. It’s classic Sharon Horgan territory and it’s no surprise that she pulls it off to perfection. Arriving on HBO Max on Monday 21st September.
The Great British Bake Off
If you’d started to fall out of love with The Great British Bake Off, you’ll be pleased to know that Nigella Lawson is here to shake thing up. The new judge will join Paul Hollywood to judge more amateur bakes, with beloved presenters Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding providing plenty of laughs. The first word we’re stealing from Nigella's vocabulary? Luscious. Oh, and we’ll be purchasing the purple jumpsuit, too. Arriving on Channel 4 at 8pm on Tuesday 22nd September.
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Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators
The detective drama that keeps on giving is back for a sixth instalment. The popular drama revolves around unlikely detective duo, Frank Hathaway (Mark Benton) and Lu Shakespeare (Jo Joyner) who, with the help of their assistant Sebastian Brudenell (Patrick Walshe McBride), solve thrilling cases in Stratford-upon-Avon. Sebastian, however, is about to be offered his dream role in LA, which means he’s stepping out and his old friend, the “excitable” Bea Gardiner (Aruhan Galieva) is stepping in. Series 6 is arriving on U&Alibi at 8pm on Wednesday 23rd September.
The Final Problem
Sherlock fans, take note. Netflix’s latest detective offering introduces us to another Sherlock Holmes (of sorts) known as Basil (José Coronado), a retired actor renowned for his role as the famed investigator. We meet him on a trip to a remote island near Mallorca in 1959, where 13 people find themselves stranded by a violent storm. When Elisa Mander, a quiet English tourist, is found dead, Basil finds himself taking on the role of investigator – this time, in real life. Arriving on Netflix on Friday 25th September.
Marble Hall Murders
Lesley Manville is reprising her role as Susan Ryeland, a book editor with a nose for murders. Adapted from Anthony Horowitz’s Sue Ryeland novel series, the series sees Susan and literary detective Atticus Pünd (Tim McMullan) team up once again to unravel the real-life mystery of who killed Miriam Crace, the most famous children’s author in the world. As well as a ripping yarn, Marble Hall Murders will also be a visual treat as filming, took place in Dublin, Corfu and London. Series 3 is arriving on BBC One and BBC iPlayer at 9.35pm on Saturday 26th September.
