​​​Emmerdale: Episode 8773
Wednesday 8 April 2020
ITV/STV/UTV
19:00

Devised by Kevin Laffan
Written by Kirsty Halton
​Directed by Peter Rose
Series Producer: Laura Shaw
Series Producer: Kate Brooks
Executive Producer: Jane Hudson

Malone tells Billy that one of his helpers has taken a beating and is under instruction to tell the police that Billy was the culprit, leaving Billy worried about what’s to come. 

Malone gives Billy an ultimatum but what will he do?

Jamie chides Belle for attending the party with Andrea.  Later, worried about how unprofessional Belle has been since their affair, Jamie explains to Paddy that the only way to solve the Vet’s money problems is to fire Belle

Bob comforts a shaken Wendy but how will Wendy react when Bob tells her how he feels?

​​Emmerdale: Episode 8772
Wednesday 1 April 2020
ITV/STV/UTV
19:00

Devised by Kevin Laffan
Written by Lesley Clare O'Neill
​Directed by Peter Rose
Series Producer: Laura Shaw
Series Producer: Kate Brooks
Executive Producer: Jane Hudson

Billy is frustrated to learn that Will is continued working for DI Malone behind his and Cain’s back. 

Al and Priya kiss again but Jai interrupts.

Wendy encourages Bob to come up with his own idea for getting Luke and Victoria back together.

Dawn tries to cheer up Lucas.

Meanwhile, Andrea wants to share an idea for a business opportunity with Leyla.

Elsewhere, Kim is furious to learn that Moira and Rhona have gone into business with one another.

​Emmerdale: Episode 8771
Wednesday 1 April 2020
ITV/STV/UTV
19:00

Devised by Kevin Laffan
Written by Jane Pearson
​Directed by Ian Bevitt
Series Producer: Laura Shaw
Series Producer: Kate Brooks

Kim is shocked to hear Graham made a change to his will before he died.

Cain learns Will has been working extra hours and realises it’s for Malone rather than at the garage. So he tells Will to pick a side: him or Malone?

Amelia and Mandy are determined to sue Brenda for causing Dan’s condition

Meanwhile, Brenda apologises to Wendy for drawing her into the debacle      

Elsewhere, Dawn heads off to make future plans for Lucas.

Emmerdale: Episode 8770
Monday 30 March 2020
ITV/STV/UTV
19:00

Devised by Kevin Laffan
Written by Sue Mooney
​Directed by Ian Bevitt
Series Producer: Laura Shaw
Series Producer: Kate Brooks

Eric convinces Brenda to dispose of any incriminating evidence and convinces Dan to make peace with her, only problem is Mandy will later discover the evidence that Brenda tried to dispose of earlier in the day. 

Charity is on a deep-cleaning mission - does she know about the CoronaVirus already?

Meanwhile, when Rhona worries for Moira’s financial situation, the pair open up to each other.  Rhona explains to Moira how tough the last few months have been.

Elsewhere, chemistry sizzles between Priya and Al but they are disturbed.

Coronation Street: Episode 10044
Friday 3 April 2020
​ITV/STV/UTV
19:30
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Devised by Tony Warren
Written by Joe Turner
Directed by Matt Hilton
Series Producer: Iain MacLeod

Yasmeen finally makes a stand.  When Geoff next uses his laptop, Yasmeen makes a mental note of his password and later when Geoff is in the shower, scrolls through his emails.  Geoff catches Yasmeen redhanded but she stands her ground and questions Geoff about the numerous emails to an Escort Agency and the Spanish hotel booking.  Geoff admits he lied and Yasmeen tells him that she’s going to her grandson’s wedding without him.  As she closes her suitcase and heads for the door, Geoff blocks her way and menacingly tells her that she’s not going anywhere.

Gemma can't seem to lift her spirits.  The audiologist fits Aled’s hearing utensils.  Aled's face lights up at hearing the sound of Chesney’s and Gemma’s voices for the first time.  Gemma tells Bernie that now Aled’s hearing has been sorted out, she can cope on her own and she’d like her to leave leaving Bernie stunned.

Meanwhile, David finds himself in a better place.  David finds Alina in the cafe and apologises for using her.  David and Alina agree that they both need a fresh start.

Elsewhere, when Steve and Tracy reveal that they’re thinking of going to visit Beth and Daniel in Scotland for a few days, Emma assures them she’ll be fine on her own.

Coronation Street: Episode 10043
Wednesday 1 April 2020
​ITV/STV/UTV
19:30
​
Devised by Tony Warren
Written by David Isaac
Directed by Matt Hilton
Series Producer: Iain MacLeod

​Geoff turns on Alya.  Remembering that Geoff said he booked the only five star hotel in the area, Alya does some digging before confronting Geoff about his fictitious hotel booking and fake heart scare.  When Alya reveals that she’s been to the police, Geoff loses his temper and threatens her.  Arriving home from the shops (Geoff has had Yasmeen on a timer), Yasmeen is horrified and orders Geoff off Alya.  Geoff assures Yasmeen he’d never lie to her.  But when he heads up for a bath, Yasmeen opens his laptop.  Will Geoff catch her in the act?

David escapes from his pit of despair.  David manages to push the muggers off and sprints away.  As the muggers give chase he climbs a fire escape to get away.  Returning home David fails to tell Nick and Gail about the attempted mugging.

Emma realises she has been living a lie.  When Sebastian refuses to move out of the flat, Emma asserts that she’ll go instead.  Steve - Emma's dad - assures her she’s welcome to stay with them.

Meanwhile, when Ken demands a copy of the Residents’ rulebook, an irritated Charles makes out they’re waiting for a new edition to be printed.  Not believing a word, Ken suggests it’s time the Residents’ Chair was put up for re-election.

Elsewhere, Cathy and Alex arrive to offer Gemma a hand but she doesn’t need their help.

Coronation Street: Episode 10042
Monday 30 March 2020
​ITV/STV/UTV
19:30
​
Devised by Tony Warren
Written by Martin Allen
Directed by Matt Hilton
Series Producer: Iain MacLeod

Geoff knows Yasmeen is all heart.  Alya quizzes Geoff about the hotel but he is a bit evasive.  Geoff then fakes a funny turn and clutches his chest.  Yasmeen calls for Emergency Medical Technicians but when the paramedics can find nothing wrong with him, Geoff refuses to go in for tests.  Alya and Ryan are suspicious, especially when Yasmeen announces that Geoff is in no fit state to fly to Spain so she’s cancelling their trip.  Alya is soon convinced Geoff faked his heart condition to stop Yasmeen from going to Spain but how can she prove it?

David hits self-destruct.  Gail is shocked to hear that David has been seeing Alina and gives him a piece of her mind.  David storms out, wandering the streets drinking when suddenly two muggers grab him, drag him into an alleyway and pull a knife on him.  Steven Gidwaney makes his television debut as the mugger. 

Emma makes a big decision about Sebastian.  After spending the night at a mate’s, Sebastian returns to the flat and assures Emma he has no interest in Alina and she’s the only girl for him.  Sebastian corners Alina in the cafe and suggests it might be best if she moves out.

Meanwhile, when Gemma finds that Aled’s hearing aid has arrived, she reckons things are looking up.  Bernie remains sceptical.

Elsewhere, Ken is furious to realise Charles is ripping him off.  Norris claims that’s only the tip of the iceberg and he’s ripping off residents left, right and centre with his fines.

​River City
Monday 30 March 2020
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Written by Rob Fraser
Directed by David Winstone
Series Producer: Kevin McComiskie
Series Producer: Oliver Kent
Executive Producer: Kate Oates

​This week in Shieldinch.

The arrival of a vengeful Tyler puts Alex’s reunion with teenager Jessie in jeopardy.

Angus and Bob’s broken friendship could be fixed when a quiz show comes calling.

Ruby’s attendance at Joe’s funeral has unexpected repercussions for The McLean Family.

Tyler ambushes Alex over the disappearance of Dave, but Tyler manages to keep his cool.  Later, when The Murdochs come together, Rory tries to keep calm but Lou struggles with her guilt.  Lenny senses something is wrong, but is stunned when Lou confesses it was her who shot Dave.

As The Murdochs join forces, Jessie McAllister arrives in Shieldinch looking for her dad, Alex.  Despite his best efforts to keep Jessie away from Murdoch mayhem, he is shocked to discover that Tyler has taken his daughter hostage.

​Bob faces a dilemma when he’s offered the chance to go on a quiz show with Angus.  With no truce between the friends on the horizon, Bob tries to enlist the help of others, but Angus has quizzing plans of his own.  Dylan, Cameron and AJ find themselves caught in the crossfire of the warring best friends which leads Stevie to stage an intervention.

Meanwhile, Ruby sets her sights on going to Joe’s funeral, convincing a reluctant Ellie to go with her.  However, confronted with the reality of Joe’s memorial, Ellie changes her mind, leaving Ruby to go alone.

Elsewhere, emotions quickly run high when Ruby returns to Shieldinch with Jac Dunn - Joe’s sister.

EastEnders: Episode 6102
Tuesday 31 March 2020
BBC One
19:30

Devised by Julia Smith
Devised by Tony Holland
Written by Pete Lawson
Directed by Nickie Lister
Series Producer: Sharon Batten
​Executive Producer: Jon Sen

Sharon struggles to stay in control.

Kirsty plays with fire.

Linda and Mick make a big decision.

Phil's return is the last thing Sharon needs on today of all days although he insists he just wants to talk to her - but when things turn violent, Ian calls the police and he is forced to vanish almost as quickly as he appeared.

After a few drinks with Vinny, Kirsty is clearly out to cause trouble and ends up stealing a man's wallet - only for him to give chase.

Linda is caught drinking by Shirley, forcing her and Mick to make a far-reaching decision about their future.

EastEnders: Episode 6101
Monday 30 March 2020
BBC One
20:00

Devised by Julia Smith
Devised by Tony Holland
Written by Pete Lawson
Directed by Nickie Lister
Series Producer: Sharon Batten
​Executive Producer: Jon Sen

It’s the day of Dennis’ funeral, but a surprise visitor threatens to ruin everything.

Dotty and Vinny strike up a friendship.

It's the day of the funeral for Sharon's eldest but when Jay arrives with flowers from Ben and Lola, Sharon insists that none of the Mitchells are welcome.

Dotty piles on the pressure for a guilty Ian to come clean about his part in the young man's death.

Linda refuses to let Shirley dampen her progress and tells Mick she is ready to return to work full-time.

On the day of Dennis Rickman Junior's funeral, Sharon Mitchell makes a drastic change to her life going forward. 

Meanwhile, Dotty forms an intriguing friendship with Vinny.

Elsewhere, Habiba and Jags have a heart-to-heart.