Hidden Assets
9pm, BBC Four The third series of this acclaimed criminal assets thriller unfolds across Dublin and Belgium, opening with a tense and gripping episode. DS Claire Wallace (Nora-Jane Noone) leads a police raid on a wealthy family’s home in Ireland, which tragically escalates and sparks a complex investigation involving drugs, diamonds, and a series of bombings in Belgium.
Gladiators
Experience the excitement of the 2026 grand final, featuring the dynamic duo Walshes Sr and Jr (Bradley and son Barney) as hosts. Four remarkably agile contestants compete against the resident gladiators to claim the men’s and women’s trophies. Guy Mowbray provides commentary, having grown from a reserved presence at the reboot’s start to an enthusiastic supporter.
Big Night of Musicals 2026 By the National Lottery
This annual musical event offers fans an exclusive preview of Sam Ryder starring in Jesus Christ Superstar, set to debut at the London Palladium in June. The program also includes a performance of Annie by La Voix and selections from shows such as The Producers, Oliver!, and Paddington the Musical.
Inside Britain’s National Parks
8.30pm, BBC Two Once home to mammoths, the New Forest now hosts "commoners" whose ponies have influenced the landscape for centuries. This new series’ first episode explores four UK national parks, focusing on the Parry-Norton family. They describe their lifestyle as "poor man’s farming," yet their stewardship maintains an entire ecosystem.
The Walsh Sisters
9.20pm, BBC One The finale of this Irish family dramedy, which has evolved into a somber narrative, sees the Walsh family preparing for Aidan’s memorial. Rachel returns from rehab to attend the service, while Maggie shares some uplifting news with her sisters amidst the prevailing melancholy.
Saturday Night Live UK
10pm, Sky One Jamie Dornan hosts this week’s episode, following last week’s acclaimed appearance by Tina Fey. Dornan faces the challenge of maintaining composure alongside regular cast members including Hammed Animashaun from Black Op and Emma Sidi from Starstruck. Musical guests Wolf Alice join the show.
Film choice
Barbarian (Zach Cregger, 2022), 12.45am, Writer-director Zach Cregger, known for his Oscar-winning Weapons, presents this earlier film which initially gained recognition primarily among horror aficionados. Georgina Campbell stars as Tess, who arrives at her Airbnb rental in a troubled Detroit neighborhood only to find it occupied by the seemingly harmless Keith (Bill Skarsgård). They reluctantly share the space, leading to increasingly strange events and unexpected twists that even seasoned genre fans will find surprising.
Live sport
Premiership Rugby Union: Gloucester v Leicester Tigers, 12.30pm, TNT Sports 1 Followed by Bristol Bears v Harlequins at 3.15pm and Saracens v Northampton at 5.45pm.
Women’s Super League Football: Man United v Man City, 1.15pm, BBC One A derby at Old Trafford.
Super League Rugby: Leigh Leopards v Toulouse Olympique, 5.15pm, BBC Two From Progress With Unity Stadium.
Formula One: The Japanese Grand Prix, 4.55am, Sky Sports F1 The third race of the season from Suzuka Circuit.
