Thursday Thrills on U&Drama: Classic Soap & Sharp Crime—Your Evening Pick
Londoners, it’s Thursday—time to settle in and pick the best of the classics and crime dramas that U&Drama is serving up. Here’s a rundown of the highlights, a quick opinion on each, and a short guide to help you decide where to start.
06:00 – 07:15
Teleshopping – A quiet break, if you’re in the mood for the familiar comfort of home‑shopping. It’s a low‑stakes interlude.
07:15 – 08:05
Classic Doctors – S11 Ep9 – New. Heston treats a troubling skin case while Karen’s worries spiral and Michelle is stunned by Ruth’s letter. The episode feels like a tight, character‑driven slice of hospital life, holding up well in its storytelling.
08:05 – 08:40
Classic Doctors – S11 Ep10 – New. The T‑shirt twist and Lily’s help to a girl’s dream. A lighter tone, but still reliable in delivering the familiar drama beats.
08:40 – 09:20
Classic Holby City – S8 Ep34 – Realistic medical drama with a family crisis. The episode is a solid blend of tension and emotional stakes.
09:20 – 10:40
Classic Casualty – S27 Ep23 – A classic medical drama, where personal ties and a serious illness collide. It’s a dependable, if predictable, watch.
10:40 – 11:40
Classic EastEnders – S27 Ep197 – New. Glenda’s revelations shake the Mitchells, while Ian’s panic adds a touch of dark humour. A soap that keeps its characters grounded and its drama engaging.
11:40 – 12:20
Classic EastEnders – S27 Ep198 – New. Ronnie’s paranoia and Ian’s touching gesture for Jane. The episode continues to deliver the familiar emotional beats of the long‑running soap.
12:20 – 13:20
Classic Neighbours – S1985 Ep37 – New. Max’s move to a boarding house and the family’s adaptation. It’s a comfortable watch for long‑time fans.
13:20 – 14:00
Classic Neighbours – S1985 Ep38 – New. Friends and family adjusting to change; a steady, familiar storyline.
14:00 – 15:10
Whitstable Pearl – S1 Ep5 – A Cup O’Kindness. Pearl’s investigation into a sabotaged boat ride adds a twist of suspense. A fresh, engaging start to the series.
15:10 – 16:20
Lovejoy – S6 Ep5 – Guns and Roses. The anti‑hero’s entanglement in an armed robbery keeps the plot lively. Reliable in its charm.
16:20 – 17:20
As Time Goes By – S2 Ep5 – Misunderstandings. The gentle comedy with Judi Dench and Geoffrey Palmer feels like a calm, comforting watch.
17:20 – 18:00
Last of the Summer Wine – S4 Ep6 – Greenfingers. The trio’s vegetable‑fueled antics bring a lighthearted end to the evening.
18:00 – 18:40
Last of the Summer Wine – S4 Ep7 – The Bandit from Stoke‑on‑Trent. A rural mystery that keeps the classic feel.
18:40 – 19:20
Last of the Summer Wine – S5 Ep1 – Full Steam Behind. A charming journey on a steam train, a nice wrap‑up to the night.
19:20 – 20:00
The Marlow Murder Club – S3 Ep1 – The Queen of Poisons. A fresh whodunnit with an attractive cast. Holds up well as a detective drama.
20:00 – 21:00
Hit Point – S1 Ep1 – Detectives Leo and Bella. The banter between them is lively, and the case offers a fun mystery.
21:00 – 22:20
New Tricks – S7 Ep4 – Dark Chocolate. The crime caper with familiar faces keeps the tension alive.
22:20 – 23:35
Luther – S2 Ep3 – Idris Elba’s intense psychological crime drama. The episode’s brutality and motive mystery keep it gripping.
23:35 – 00:35
Lovejoy – S1 Ep9 – Death and Venice. The two‑part adventure takes Lovejoy to Italy, adding a new layer of intrigue.
00:35 – 01:35
Sister Boniface Mysteries – S1 Ep8 – Queen of the Kitchen. The baking show turns into a mystery when a cake poisons a cook. A quirky, engaging watch.
01:35 – 02:35
Hotel Portofino (BSL) – S3 Ep1 – Entitled. A complex family drama set on a hotel, with intrigue and emotional stakes.
02:35 – 04:00
Teleshopping – 2:00:00 – A final stretch of home‑shopping.
Bottom line: The evening delivers a spectrum from classic soap to sharp detective work, so whether you’re looking for familiar faces or a new mystery, U&Drama’s Thursday lineup has something that will keep you glued to the screen.