Tuesday Drama Lineup: From Police Procedurals to Classic Comedy — Your Pick‑List Guide
Looking for a solid lineup of drama on Tuesday? ‘Drama’ offers a mix of familiar procedural thrillers, heartfelt hospital tales, and nostalgic sitcoms that keep viewers glued to the screen.
07:20–08:15 – The Bill
Whispers: Desperate to avoid being transferred, Proctor comes up with a plan to trap a violent burglar. Still entertaining, it keeps the familiar pace alive and offers a reliable case for procedural fans.
08:15–08:55 – Classic Doctors
New. Here Be Monsters: Jimmi helps a traumatised boy tell the police the reason for his distress, and ends up saving the child from a gunman. One of the better options for a quick episode of medical drama.
08:55–09:30 – Classic Doctors
New. A Spot of Comedy: Ruth is embarrassed to be seen leaving Daniel’s after spending the night with him. Heston upsets Vivien with his new system for reception. Still entertaining, the episode balances humor and drama.
09:30–10:50 – Classic Holby City
Patience: Ric’s ex-wife arrives at the hospital as the new registrar and puts Connie in her place. Zubin awaits his fate at the board meeting, but help comes from an unexpected quarter. Holds up well as a character‑driven hospital drama.
10:50–11:50 – Classic Casualty
The Ties that Bind: Popular hospital drama. Dixie gets her mojo back by rescuing a man from a garage fire. A drunken gambler with cancer reunites with his sister. Reliable, it delivers a mix of action and emotion.
11:50–12:55 – The Bill
Whispers: Desperate to avoid being transferred, Proctor comes up with a plan to trap a violent burglar. Still entertaining, the episode keeps the series’ tension alive.
12:55–13:30 – Classic EastEnders
New. Peggy and Phil’s emotional showdown has disastrous consequences for everyone in the Vic. With Stacey and Lily’s lives in peril, will Ryan be able to get to them in time? One of the better options for a late‑day soap hit.
13:30–14:20 – Classic EastEnders
New. The Mitchells are left devastated by last night’s shocking events – will Albert Square ever recover from the tragedy? Still entertaining, a key soap for drama lovers.
14:20–15:20 – New: Harry Wild
Dead Man’s Trigger: On Glenn and Petra’s wedding day, an ex-soldier with a bomb demands that Harry and Fergus solve the murder of his daughter, on the anniversary of her death. Holds up well as a tense crime drama.
15:20–16:20 – The Doctor Blake Mysteries
The Open Road: Blake and Lawson investigate when a mechanic is found dead underneath a car. Reliable, it blends a detective narrative with Australian flair.
16:20–17:25 – Lovejoy
Montezuma’s Revenge: Ian McShane is the suave David Dickinson‑a‑like in faded jeans. Lovejoy acquires a cursed ancient Mayan statue, which has apparently caused two deaths. Still entertaining, it keeps the classic detective charm alive.
17:25–18:00 – Waiting for God
The Christening: Those feisty senior citizens are at it again in the retirement home comedy – an example to us all! Diana faces expulsion from the retirement village. One of the better options for light‑hearted comedy.
18:00–18:40 – Last of the Summer Wine
Deviations with Davenport: Laughs and lovely scenery in the world’s longest‑running sitcom. A man writing a guide book on cross‑country walks meets the perfect local expert. Still entertaining, a nostalgic slice of rural humour.
18:40–19:20 – Last of the Summer Wine
According to the Prophet Bickerdyke: Laughs with the rambling old lads of Yorkshire. Compo, Clegg and Foggy are intrigued by Gunnershaw, who has some world‑shattering information. Holds up well as a classic comedy.
19:20–20:00 – Last of the Summer Wine
Next Kiss Please: The continuing adventures of Yorkshire’s finest overgrown schoolboys. Despite his knowledge of Nora Batty’s feelings towards him, Compo makes a rather rash bet. Still entertaining, it delivers classic humor.
20:00–20:40 – ‘Allo ‘Allo!
The Duel: I shall say this only once – another episode of the classic wartime sitcom. Monsieur Alfonse and Rene are set to duel over the hand of Edith. Reliable, it keeps the farce alive.
20:40–21:20 – ‘Allo ‘Allo!
Herr Flick’s Revenge: David Croft’s wartime comedy gives the opportunity for hammy acting dressed in leather. Down in the dungeons of the chateau, Herr Flick awaits his victims. Still entertaining, the episode continues the light‑hearted chaos.
21:20–22:00 – ‘Allo ‘Allo!
The Nicked Knockwurst: More French farce with a dash of British sauce. When the Communist Resistance steals the Fallen Madonna, Rene is ordered to pay the ransom. Holds up well as a classic comedy.
22:00–23:20 – New Tricks
Dead Poets: Dennis Waterman stars in the immensely popular crime drama about veteran detectives. UCOS re-open the case of a talented poet whose body was found in a scrapyard. Reliable, it offers a gripping mystery.
23:20–01:20 – Dalziel and Pascoe
Wrong Time, Wrong Place: A suspenseful, feature‑length edition of the popular cop drama. The duo travel to Amsterdam, where Dalziel becomes prime suspect in a murder case. Still entertaining, it delivers a deeper narrative arc.
01:20–02:15 – Lovejoy
Montezuma’s Revenge: Ian McShane is the suave David Dickinson‑a‑like in faded jeans. Lovejoy acquires a cursed ancient Mayan statue, which has apparently caused two deaths. Still entertaining, the episode stays true to its detective roots.
02:15–03:00 – Waiting for God
The Christening: Those feisty senior citizens are at it again in the retirement home comedy – an example to us all! Diana faces expulsion from the retirement village. Reliable, it continues the light‑hearted tone.
03:00–04:00 – Monsieur Spade (BSL)
Spade interrogates the intruder and learns that there are people who still very much want him dead. Another body is discovered, and Teresa begins her own investigation. Still entertaining, it adds a new mystery dimension.
Bottom line: ‘Drama’ delivers a robust mix of police procedurals, hospital dramas, and classic sitcoms that cater to both fans of long‑running series and those craving fresh crime tales. With a few standout episodes throughout the night, viewers can find something that holds up well and satisfies their craving for solid storytelling.