TLC Highlights: May 18, 2026
What’s on TLC today? The channel delivers a packed schedule of comedy and reality television, featuring multiple episodes of popular sitcoms and a variety of late-night shows. Here’s what to expect:
Morning: Comedy and Family Fun
Starting at 6:30 AM BST, TLC kicks off the day with Teleshopping, followed by a comedy doubleheader of Mike & Molly. From 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM, viewers can enjoy three consecutive episodes of the season 2 comedy (episodes 3, 4, and 5), where Mike struggles to adjust to life in Molly’s family home. The show continues with Young Sheldon from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM, featuring George and Georgie on a camping trip with Meemaw’s new boyfriend. Then, the channel transitions to The Big Bang Theory for a four-hour block from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM, covering episodes 11 through 18 of season 8. This includes episodes where Sheldon becomes anxious about his lifestyle, and the gang deals with online trolls and a space probe disintegration.
Afternoon: More Sitcoms and Reality
After the morning block, TLC returns with more sitcoms. From 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM, Mike & Molly continues with episode 6 (Happy Halloween). Then, Young Sheldon airs from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, featuring episodes 16, 17, and 18 of season 3. The day continues with The Big Bang Theory from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, including the final episodes of season 8 and the first two of season 9.
Evening: Reality and Late Night
As evening falls, TLC shifts to reality television. Starting at 8:00 PM, Mock The Week hosts a comedy show with Dara Ó Briain and guests. This is followed by Zero Stars from 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM, a comedy about a weekend in Benidorm. Then, Dr. Pimple Popper airs from 10:00 PM to 1:00 AM, featuring three episodes of unusual medical cases. The night continues with My 600-lb Life from 1:00 AM to 3:00 AM, and then Say Yes to the Dress from 3:00 AM to 5:00 AM. The day concludes with another round of Teleshopping from 5:00 AM to 6:00 AM on May 19.
Note: The shows from 1:00 AM to 5:00 AM on May 19 are part of the late-night programming and will air on the morning of May 19. These are ideal for viewers who enjoy reality TV late at night.
Whether you’re a fan of sitcoms or reality shows, TLC has something for everyone on May 18, 2026. Don’t miss the highlights!