Monday 2026-09-21 – The Bill: Police Drama at its Classic Best
• Monday 07:25 – The Bill – A gritty police drama that still holds up well for fans of procedural thrillers. Recommendation: 12‑18 year olds who love crime dramas.
• Monday 08:20 – Classic Doctors – Medical drama that blends heartfelt drama with realistic hospital scenes. Recommendation: 16‑30 year olds with a taste for medical drama.
• Monday 18:00 – Last of the Summer Wine – Classic Yorkshire comedy that remains reliable for fans of dry humour. Recommendation: 30‑70 year olds who enjoy nostalgia.
Tuesday 2026-09-22 – Sister Boniface Mysteries: Mystique & Investigation
• Tuesday 15:20 – Sister Boniface Mysteries – A charming mystery series that keeps viewers hooked. Recommendation: 12‑25 year olds who enjoy whodunnit thrillers.
• Tuesday 07:25 – The Bill – The show continues to deliver tense courtroom scenes. Recommendation: 15‑35 year olds craving justice drama.
• Tuesday 17:20 – As Time Goes By – Gentle comedy that remains reliable for older viewers. Recommendation: 21‑65 year olds who appreciate light‑hearted sitcoms.
Wednesday 2026-09-23 – Classic Doctors & Holby City: Heart & Healing
• Wednesday 08:20 – Classic Doctors – A fresh take on medical drama that still resonates. Recommendation: 18‑45 year olds who enjoy hospital stories.
• Wednesday 09:35 – Classic Holby City – The hospital drama continues to deliver engaging storylines. Recommendation: 18‑45 year olds who enjoy long‑running medical drama.
• Wednesday 22:00 – New Tricks – Familiar mystery series that still delivers. Recommendation: 18‑55 year olds who enjoy crime procedural.
Thursday 2026-09-24 – EastEnders, Father Brown & Copper
• Thursday 13:00 – Classic EastEnders – Classic soap that keeps viewers glued to the drama. Recommendation: 12‑60 year olds who love family sagas.
• Thursday 16:20 – Father Brown – Mystery series that keeps viewers guessing. Recommendation: 12‑50 year olds who enjoy whodunnits.
• Thursday 23:20 – Copper – Crime drama set in New York that offers a fresh perspective. Recommendation: 16‑45 year olds who like gritty urban stories.
Friday 2026-09-25 – Lovejoy, As Time Goes By & The Brokenwood Mysteries
• Friday 00:15 – Lovejoy – Quirky drama about antiques dealing that still pulls in viewers. Recommendation: 18‑60 year olds who enjoy character‑driven stories.
• Friday 17:20 – As Time Goes By – Gentle comedy that stays reliable for older viewers. Recommendation: 21‑65 year olds who appreciate light‑hearted sitcoms.
• Friday 20:00 – The Brokenwood Mysteries – Kiwi crime drama that stays true to its roots. Recommendation: 16‑50 year olds who like international mysteries.
Saturday 2026-09-26 – The Chelsea Detective & Wallander
• Saturday 01:00 – The Chelsea Detective – A gripping mystery that keeps you on edge. Recommendation: 12‑45 year olds who love detective stories.
• Saturday 21:00 – Wallander – Scandinavian crime drama that offers depth and suspense. Recommendation: 18‑55 year olds who enjoy Nordic noir.
• Saturday 00:10 – The Inspector Alleyn Mysteries – Classic detective series that remains engaging. Recommendation: 12‑60 year olds who love period mysteries.
Sunday 2026-09-27 – Nora Roberts, Cookson & South Riding
• Sunday 12:05 – The Nora Roberts Collection – Crime drama that hooks viewers with strong characters. Recommendation: 18‑55 year olds who enjoy romantic‑drama crime.
• Sunday 14:10 – Catherine Cookson: The Fifteen Streets – Adaptation of a beloved novel that brings historical depth. Recommendation: 12‑70 year olds who appreciate classic storytelling.
• Sunday 16:30 – South Riding – Contemporary drama with strong female lead. Recommendation: 18‑55 year olds who enjoy character‑driven drama.
Bottom line: The U&Drama schedule this week offers a balanced mix of classic police, medical and crime dramas, with light‑hearted comedies and mystery series to suit every taste. From the enduring appeal of The Bill to the whimsical charm of Last of the Summer Wine, there’s something for all ages and interests.