​Doctors: S21E133
A Good Friend
​​Friday 29 May 2020
BBC One
13:45

Devised by Chris Murray
Written by Rob Kinsman
Directed by Isher Sahota
Series Producer: Simon J. Curtis
Executive Producer: ​Mike Hobson

Ruhma negotiates a deal with Deborah when Tanya goes into labour.

Zara is left floundering when a grateful patient gives her an unexpected gift.

​Doctors: S21E132
Heavy Traffic
​​Thursday 28 May 2020
BBC One
13:45

Devised by Chris Murray
Written by David Lloyd
Directed by Isher Sahota
Series Producer: Simon J. Curtis
Executive Producer: ​Mike Hobson

Ruhma’s curiosity about Deborah intensifies.

Al and Jimmi clash when Al criticises Jimmi's lifestyle.

A routine trip to the car wash turns into a high-stakes chase for Bear.

​Doctors: S21E131
Chasing Rainbows
​Wednesday 27 May 2020
BBC One
13:45

Devised by Chris Murray
Written by Liz Taylor
Directed by Isher Sahota
Series Producer: Simon J. Curtis
Executive Producer: ​Mike Hobson

Ruhma realises she has been putting too much pressure on Shak.

Zara is impressed by her impulse tech purchase.

​Daniel is drawn into a life-changing situation for a couple going through IVF.

​Doctors: S21E130
King Of The Road
Tuesday 26 May 2020
BBC One
13:45

Devised by Chris Murray
Written by James Hey
Directed by Jennie Paddon
Series Producer: Peter Leslie Wild
Executive Producer: ​Mike Hobson

Deborah drops a bombshell about Ruhma.

An offer from Ayesha and Bear leaves Shak conflicted.

​Emma treats an older driver who has been shaken by a near miss with a cyclist.

​​Coronation Street: Episode 10068
Friday 29 May 2020
​ITV/STV/UTV
19:30
​
Devised by Tony Warren
Written by Owen Lloyd Fox
Directed by Steve Finn
Series Producer: Iain MacLeod

Shona is back, but not for good.  Having taken a call from Shona’s key worker, David announces that Shona wants to visit but doesn’t want him there.  Shona visits Gail and Sarah but she is clearly confused and cannot recognise Harry at all.  However as she helps make refreshment beverages Shona instinctively knows where the tea bags are kept.  Gail is thrilled by this flicker of recognition.  Whilst Gail and Sarah discuss Shona’s progress with Alice, Shona wanders out to the garden and disappears...

Geoff is on the outside looking in.  Alya visits Yasmeen in prison and assures her that she knows Geoff abused her but Yasmeen refuses to discuss it and hurries out.  Meanwhile Tim collects Geoff from the local medical facility and drives him home.  When he discovers his key won’t work Alya announces she’s changed the locks.  Tim is furious while Geoff secretly checks his video-feed on his phone.

Dev reaches breaking point.  Dev shows Asha an article about reputation management, a company that helps you to stay safe online.  Asha wishes Dev would just forget about it.  When Dev receives a call to say Aadi has got into a fight with Corey.  Dev tears a strip off the head, pointing out that Aadi was defending his sister and more needs to be done to protect kids from online abuse.

Meanwhile, Dr. Ward tells Leanne that Oliver’s test results won’t be back for a few weeks and he’s free to go home.  Leanne is delighted, convinced he’s improving, whilst Steve and Nick mask their concern.

Elsewhere, an upbeat James tells Michael he’s booked a holiday for them in Marbella, Michael paints on a smile, secretly worried about leaving Grace and Tianna.

​Coronation Street: Episode 10067
Wednesday 27 May 2020
​ITV/STV/UTV
19:30
​
Devised by Tony Warren
Written by Emily Gascoyne
Directed by Steve Finn
Series Producer: Iain MacLeod

David is pulled back from the brink.  A confused Shona admits to Clayton that she only remembers him as a little boy.  Shona’s key worker listens in horror as Clayton does his best to poison her mind against David.  David is at full sprint as he’s pursued by the angry mob.  Finding himself cornered in an alley David braces himself for a beating but a police vehicle pulls up and the youths scatter.  Having been released without charge, David tells Craig he’s learnt his lesson and won’t be looking for any more trouble.  Hearing about David’s behaviour, Sarah resolves to help him.  Visiting Shona she begs her to come home and give David a chance.

Leanne is encouraged by Oliver's progress.  The doctor warns that it’s too soon to be sure but Oliver may have suffered brain damage.  Leanne refuses to believe it.  Adamant that Oliver will make a full recovery, Leanne squeezes his hand and is overjoyed when he says "Mummy".  Steve and Nick share a worried look.

Meanwhile, Chesney urges Gemma to share her vlog online but she refuses.  However when Bryn knocks a key on the laptop it goes live.  Chesney reads out some of the comments posted to Gemma and convinces her not to take it down as other women are finding it a huge comfort.

Elsewhere, James hopes he has made the right choice.  Tommy Orpington assures James he did the right thing coming out and he has the full support of his team mates.  James worries that the manager might not see it that way. 

Coronation Street: Episode 10066
Monday 24 May 2020
​ITV/STV/UTV
19:30
​
Devised by Tony Warren
Written by Joe Turner
Directed by Steve Finn
Series Producer: Iain MacLeod

Julia Goulding repri​ses her role as Shona Platt

Oliver's recovery hits a setback.  Dr. Ward explains to Steve and Leanne that they’re gradually reducing Oliver’s sedation.  Convinced that it would help for Oliver to have his favourite toy when he wakes up, Leanne sends Nick home for his beloved red car. 

David is desperate to get high.  David returns from his run out of breath.  Gail worries he’s pushing himself too hard but when a furious David hears that Shona is being taken to visit her son Clayton in prison he heads out on another run.  David approaches some youths on bikes and purposely shoves one of them over and then stamps on the bike.  David sprints away as the youths give chase.

Meanwhile, James struggles with locker room banter.  Ray visits The Baileys house and reveals he has fired Don.  James returns to training as Michael assures him that the family is right behind him whatever he decides.  In the changing room, one of the players makes a dig at James’ sexuality.  James makes a joke out of it and the other players laugh with him.  James is quietly pleased.

Elsewhere, Gemma shows Chesney her vlog but makes it clear she’s no intention of putting it online after her humiliating turnstile experience.

Emmerdale: Episode 8797
Friday 29 May 2020
ITV/STV/UTV
19:00

Devised by Kevin Laffan
Written by Julie Parsons
​Directed by Simon Ferguson
Series Producer: Laura Shaw
Series Producer: Kate Brooks

Jamie tells Andrea he’s spending the night at a conference, but she knows he’s lying.  Soon a tearful Andrea tells Leyla that Jamie’s still seeing Belle.  Leyla’s advice is to bin him, but Andrea, can’t.  But before long, Andrea vows to get revenge on Jamie and recruits Leyla to help her.

Moira takes her annoyance out on poor Rhona. 

Meanwhile, when it’s clear Wendy wants to have another chance with Bob, Manpreet suggests she writes him a letter. 

Elsewhere, Amelia struggles to see Brenda carrying on as normal. 

Emmerdale: Episode 8796
Wednesday 27 May 2020
ITV/STV/UTV
19:00

Devised by Kevin Laffan
Written by Peter Kerry
​Directed by Simon Ferguson
Series Producer: Laura Shaw
Series Producer: Kate Brooks

The next day Paul is surprised to see Mandy rather than Vinny.  And soon they are at each other's throats as she implores him to stay away.  Later, Paul barges into Wishing Well Cottage to talk to Mandy, but both of their hearts sink when Vinny walks in on them.  Despite Mandy’s attempts to cover it up, Paul reveals to a stunned Vinny that he’s his dad.  Vinny reels, appalled to discover the extent to which both his parents have been lying to him.  Vinny storms away, as The Dingles search in vain for Vinny, a frantic Mandy worries she’s lost him for good. 

Andrea and Jamie return from their holiday.  Belle refuses to talk to Jamie, pointing out his promises to divorce Andrea have been empty words so far, but she’s taken aback when he reveals he’s hired a solicitor to initiate the proceedings.  Belle opens up to Jamie about her relationship with Jermaine and its subsequent breakdown, but Jamie promises her he’s serious about their future together.  Later Andrea sees Jamie’s lap top and realises the affair is still going on. 

Meanwhile, it’s Moira’s birthday and she feels stung when Cain gives her a card with the boys but gets her age wrong.  Cain knows he’s messed up with Moira.

Elsewhere, later on Will is bouncing around full of the joys of spring - wanting the village to join him and Harriet for a drink in celebration of their engagement.  Harriet tries to deflect attention away from them by making it a joint celebration with Moira.  Harriet can’t help but feel like a fraud as her friends admire her solid relationship with Will.

Emmerdale: Episode 8795
Monday 24 May 2020
ITV/STV/UTV
19:00

Devised by Kevin Laffan
Written by Adam Sales
​Directed by Dominic Keavey
Series Producer: Laura Shaw
Series Producer: Kate Brooks

Vinny chats to new friend ‘Alex’/Paul at the Dingles but a careless comment from Paul suggests he knows Mandy. Vinny confused raíses this needing some answers and Paul does his best to cover.. As Paul leaves Wishing Well, Mandy spots him and drags Lydia to hide so they are not spotted.  She’s seething Paul’s clearly getting closer to Vinny.  Later she secretly sets up a meeting from Vinny’s phone determined to resolve matters once and for all. 

Meanwhile, Harriet is speechless after Will's proposal.  As Will bares his soul to Harriet, she buries her guilt and accepts his proposal.  Soon Dawn’s surprised at Will and Harriet’s news, while Harriet rejects a call from DI Malone, determined to bury her feelings. 

Elsewhere, Leanna is fuming - having just been slapped around the face by Leyla - and soon she’s rebonding with her father what does this mean for Leyla and Liam’s relationship?