| What's on Now & Next (2026-02-04) | |||
| RTE One
[101] [HD:135] |
19:00 | Nationwide | Exploring the links between Ireland and the small Italian village of Casalattico, from where generations of families emigrated to Ireland and established fish and chip shops across the country |
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| 19:30 | EastEnders | It's the day of Nigel and Julie's vow renewal, and while Linda goes over and above for the couple, Phil still hasn't told Julie about the care home place. Kat tries to convince Patrick not to visit Zoe, but he insists he must get answers, and Barney stumbles upon shocking information | |
| RTE2
[102] |
19:00 | Ireland's Hidden Treasures | National Library of Ireland director Audrey Whitty tells a story of conservation. In the National Museum, Traveller activism informs the Traveller Collection |
| 20:00 | The Records Show | Katie Hannon looks back to a time when Ireland had the best health service in Europe, and there is a Los Angeles-bound pilot who 'accidentally' lands in Baldonnel. Also, Star Trek reunifies Ireland, a British war hero is blown to pieces, and there's the biggest event to hit Irish genealogy in generations | |
| Virgin Media One
[103] |
19:00 | News at 7 | The latest national and international news stories from the Virgin Media News team |
| 19:30 | Friends | Carol finally gives birth, but Ross and Susan nearly miss out on the big event thanks to Phoebe, who locks them in a cupboard to stop them bickering. Meanwhile, Joey comes to the rescue of a pregnant woman at the hospital | |
| TG4
[104] |
19:00 | Nuacht TG4 | The day's main news stories from a regional, national and international perspective |
| 19:30 | Eire Fhiain - An Costa Thiar | In the second of two programmes, Eoin Warner explores the Connemara Islands and then heads north for Mayo, delving underwater to meet basking sharks that now thrive in Irish waters, before ending in Malin Head | |
| Virgin Media Two
[105] |
19:00 | The Chase | Bradley Walsh presents as contestants Colin, Talya, Joey and Elaine pit their wits against one of the ruthless Chasers in the hope of winning a potential prize pot worth thousands of pounds. They work as a team and play strategically to answer general knowledge questions against the clock and race down the game board to the exit without being caught |
| 20:00 | Riddiculous | Quiz hosted by Ranvir Singh in which contestants Simon and Sam, Alan and Michael and Jessica and David take on Riddlemaster Henry Lewis as they attempt to answer general knowledge questions and confusing conundrums, with only one team making it through to the high-stakes final with a chance to win a cash prize | |
| Virgin Media Three
[106] |
18:50 | Agatha Christie's Poirot | An archaeologist dies of a heart attack shortly after smashing the seal of an ancient Egyptian tomb, raising the spectre of the mummy's curse. The grieving widow summons the Belgian sleuth to unravel the mystery, but he can only smoke out the real villain by risking his own life. David Suchet stars, with Anna Cropper and Bill Bailey |
| 19:55 | Heartbeat | Mason is called to help Evelyn, a widow who is receiving threats from a corrupt associate of her late husband. Her son-in-law Alan is reluctant to sever his ties with the crook, knowing he provides vital revenue - which forces her into silence. But the police urge Evelyn to cooperate after her car is run off the road and her grandson goes missing. Meanwhile, a Polish visitor arrives in search of a long-lost love | |
| BBC One
[108] |
19:00 | The One Show | JB Gill and Alex Jones host the magazine show, with celebrity guests and stories of interest from around the UK |
| 19:30 | EastEnders | It's the day of Nigel and Julie's vow renewal, and while Linda goes over and above for the couple, Phil still hasn't told Julie about the care home place. Kat tries to convince Patrick not to visit Zoe, but he insists he must get answers, and Barney stumbles upon shocking information | |
| Channel 4
[111] [HD:142] |
19:00 | Channel 4 News | Including sport and weather |
| 20:00 | Kirstie and Phil's Love It or List It | Lisa and Linda are divided over their three-storey Whitley Bay home. They bought the top-heavy house in 2015 to raise their daughter Isabella, but after a close family bereavement and years of illness, the last decade has been overshadowed by trauma. Should they give the house a second chance or start afresh? Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer help them decide | |
| E4
[112] [HD:162] |
19:00 | Hollyoaks | Prince is backed into a corner, Liberty leans on her friends as concerns about her new relationship rise, and a resident is overwhelmed with emotion |
| 19:30 | The Simpsons | Homer, Reverend Lovejoy and Apu go on holiday with their children - but while they are away, Moe mischievously writes each of them a letter in which he threatens to run off with one of their wives. Unaware it is a hoax, the trio are left to think about tempestuous times in their relationships | |
| BBC Four
[117] |
19:00 | Great British Railway Journeys | Michael Portillo ventures deep underground onto London's newest railway - the Elizabeth Line - enjoying a smooth ride from Paddington to Tottenham Court Road. Emerging into the sunshine in Bedford Square, Michael recalls the choking smogs which plagued the capital during the 1950s. He learns how smoke-free zones were introduced to tackle the problem and, high above the capital at the top of the BT Tower, discovers how the capital's air quality is monitored today |
| 19:30 | Coastal Path | Traversing the rugged and mysterious north Cornish coast, explorer Paul Rose's first stop is Morwenstow, where he squeezes into the Trust's smallest property, the Hawker's Hut. Built in the 1800s by opium-smoking poet Reverend Hawker, it is popular with walkers who add their own graffiti. Next, Paul enjoys a tour of the wild and majestic Tintagel Castle, before heading to Padstow where the Mayday 'Obby 'Oss celebrations are in full swing. Paul is then put through his paces by a group of youngsters training to be surf lifesavers at Newquay's Fistral Beach | |
| More4
[118] [HD:168] |
18:55 | Car S.O.S. | Fuzz Townshend and Tim Shaw travel to Scotland to take on a 1968 Lancia Fulvia - a '60s Italian automotive masterpiece. The car belongs to former hairdresser Bill, who bought the car back in 1984. It was his pride and joy until it went off the road a few years ago |
| 19:55 | The Dog House | Albie the Jack Russell puppy has a second chance of a home with 10-year-old George - provided he can win over George's mum and dad. Duchess, a bassett hound, expects to be treated like a queen and retired businesswoman June may be just the person to meet her requirements. Mistreated lurcher Sam seeks some home comforts. He needs Leeds couple Laura and Martin to see past his size and find a place for him in their hearts | |