TV Highlights: Saturday, May 18, 2024
Rebus - Time: 9.25 pm - Channel: BBC One - Details: Richard Rankin stars as DS John Rebus, a younger but equally tough version of the detective character from Ian Rankin's novels. This new series kicks off with Rebus getting embroiled in a violent gang conflict involving his brother while also dealing with a complicated affair.
Doctor Who - Time: 6.50 pm - Channel: BBC One - Details: Ncuti Gatwa continues as the Doctor in an episode written by Steven Moffat. The Doctor and his companion Ruby, played by Millie Gibson, are stuck due to a landmine. The challenge is to save the planet despite not being able to move.
Spy/Master - Time: 9.00 pm - Channel: BBC Four - Details: The Romanian Cold War thriller concludes with a double episode. Victor's daughter, Ileana, is interrogated, and Victor must attempt to use intel about a bomb attack in Bonn. The finale sees Victor and Frank make a last effort to flee to the US.
An American Bombing: The Road to April 19th - Time: 9.00 pm - Channel: Sky Documentaries - Details: This documentary delves into the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing, examining the investigation and discussing its lasting impact on US political radicalism.
Later ... With Jools Holland - Time: 9.50 pm - Channel: BBC Two - Details: The 64th season features performances by indie band Elbow, Bristol's Idles, US country artist Lainey Wilson, and a new synth-pop project by actor Samantha Morton.
Mbappé - Time: 10.35 pm - Channel: BBC One - Details: A documentary narrated by Gary Lineker, featuring insights from Thierry Henry and Bernardo Silva, tracing the incredible journey of French footballer Kylian Mbappé.
Film Choice: A Woman of Paris - Time: 1.00 pm - Channel: Sky Arts - Details: Charlie Chaplin's 1923 drama, starring Edna Purviance as Marie, depicts her life among Paris's elite after her plans to elope fall through.
Live Sports - Cycling: Giro d’Italia, 12.30 pm on Eurosport 1 – Stage 14 time trial. - Rugby League: Challenge Cup Semi-final match, Hull KR vs. Wigan, 1.15 pm on BBC One. - Rugby Union: Premiership match, Saracens vs. Sale, 2.30 pm on TNT Sports 1. - Football: Women's Super League match on the last day of the season, 2.40 pm on BBC Two. League One Play-off Final, Bolton vs. Oxford, 5.15 pm on Sky Sports Main Event. League Two Play-off Final, Crawley vs. Crewe, on Sunday at noon.