Brodie Millichap picks out this week’s TV highlights…
Five Picks Of The Week:
A Question Of Sport Olympic Special: Monday 8:30pm, BBC1.
Olympic themed special of the popular sports quiz show sees Denise Lewis, James Cracknell, Sally Gunnel and Sean Kerly take part in the quiz hosted by Sue Barker. The Olympians competitive edges are sure to come to the forefront.
Line Of Duty: Tuesday 9pm, BBC2.
The last of the series sees the thrilling police drama come to a dramatic conclusion this week, as Gates goes on the run with the antic-corruption team facing extreme pressure to close the case. Will they manage to nail him or not though?
SuperScrimpers: Wednesday 8pm, Channel 4.
Financial expert Mrs Moneypenny returns for a new series as she aims to give the nation some crucial cash-saving tips, including information on energy tariffs and also some advice as to how to entertain children for less.
Superstar: Wednesday 9pm, ITV1.
Amanda Holden presents the much-anticipated final of the popular series where the victor will earn the opportunity of being the lead role in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s production of Jesus Christ Superstar.
The Churchills: Thursday 8pm, Channel 4.
The first of a three-part series in which Historian David Starkey profiles two of Britain’s greatest wartime leaders – Sir Winston and his ancestor John. Discover the extent of the influence these two had on British history.
Soap Watch:
Coronation Street sees Karl and Sunita caught in the act this week as they continue to play with fire. The repercussions are huge with Karl booted out, Sunita slapped across the face and branded a slag by Stella and Dev turning to booze to help mend his broken heart.
In Emmerdale, Rachel finds out that she is pregnant this week with factory boss Jai the father. Initially he offers to pay for a termination but he soon changes his mind and wants to keep the baby. How will Charity react though?
Eastenders goes Olympic crazy this week with the Olympic torch set to pass through Walford in the hands of Billy Mitchell. But as with any story like this, it’s never simple and Billy faces a race against time to make history.