For viewers seeking entertainment this weekend, TV experts have compiled a list of 19 recommended shows and films available for streaming. The selection spans various genres, from intense thrillers and comedies to insightful documentaries and automotive-focused series.
Among the highlighted programs is "Trigger Point," a police drama starring Vicky McClure, which focuses on an Explosives Officer navigating high-stakes defusal situations. The series, now in its fourth season, is noted for its consistent tension and procedural elements. Also recommended is "The Grand Tour," a reboot featuring a new generation of presenters taking over from Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May. The new hosts, Francis Bourgeois, James Engelsman, and Thomas Holland, embark on automotive adventures, with appearances from the original trio in later episodes.
Other notable selections include "Vigil," a political mystery set in the Arctic Circle starring Suranne Jones and Rose Leslie, and "The Jury: Murder Trial," a BAFTA-winning legal series that recreates murder trials with a focus on jury deliberations. The thriller "The Game" features Robson Green and Jason Watkins in a cat-and-mouse battle of wits.
Documentaries on the list offer diverse perspectives. "Stolen Babies" examines the historical practice of forced adoption in the UK, while "Britain's TikTok Murder" investigates the case of an Army veteran's death linked to a TikTok personality. "Wham! 10 Days In China" presents unseen footage from the band's 1985 tour, and "Welcome To The Family: The Murder Of Dan Markel" delves into a complex murder case stemming from a family dispute.
For those interested in true crime, "Love Cheats" exposes stories of romance fraud, and "The Devil's Throat" is a Bulgarian crime drama steeped in local myth. The comedy "Chad Powers," starring Glen Powell as an arrogant quarterback seeking redemption, returns for its second season.
Films recommended for streaming include "Mother Mary," a fantasy starring Anne Hathaway as a troubled pop superstar, and "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu," a movie outing for the popular bounty hunter and his companion. "The Runner," a lean thriller starring Gal Gadot, follows a lawyer on the run in London. The Cold War buddy action comedy "Mayday," with Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh, is also available.
More lighthearted options include the award-winning comedy challenge show "Taskmaster," now in its 22nd series, and "Tea With Judi Dench Featuring Sir Ian McKellen," which features the acting legends sharing stories. "Cold Courage," a Scandi-Noir series about a vigilante group, rounds out the recommendations.