5* Week Ahead: From High‑Speed Chases to Heart‑Racing Hospital Drama
Next week on 5*, there’s a mix of high‑speed law enforcement, heart‑racing medical drama and gripping reality shows. From the adrenaline of Traffic Cops to the emotional storylines of Home and Away, find out what’s worth watching for every age group and interest.
Monday 28 September (Monday)
Traffic Cops – 10:00 – 11:00
28 September (Monday) 10:00 – 11:00 – Traffic Cops (S7 Ep1). The episode follows Derbyshire cops as they tackle a getaway driver on a footpath, a 21‑year‑old fighting for his life, and a suspected drug runner taken by surprise.
Opinion: The show stays solid, offering steady tension and real‑world stakes; however, its repetitive format may feel familiar for long‑time viewers.
Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun – 07:00 – 08:00
28 September (Monday) 07:00 – 08:00 – Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun (S14 Ep41). Laura Elen plans the biggest day of her life, getting ready for her wedding with the help of a florist.
Opinion: The light‑hearted lifestyle format offers a reliable escape from the week’s pressures.
Home and Away – 17:00 – 17:30
28 September (Monday) 17:00 – 17:30 – Home and Away. The Fowler siblings face a visitor, Zane acts out, and Cash worries about Eden’s health.
Opinion: The soap offers a familiar narrative that holds up well for viewers who enjoy a steady emotional arc.
GPs: Behind Closed Doors – 18:00 – 19:00
28 September (Monday) 18:00 – 19:00 – GPs: Behind Closed Doors (S6 Ep1). The episode features a woman with chicken pox and a diabetic patient in crisis.
Opinion: The documentary style offers a realistic look at everyday medical challenges.
Casualty 24/7 – 19:00 – 20:00
28 September (Monday) 19:00 – 20:00 – Casualty 24/7: Every Second Counts (S9 Ep4). The episode follows a diabetic’s sugar levels, a boy who struggles to stay awake, and a woman brought in by her hairdresser.
Opinion: The fast‑paced emergency drama keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
Ambulance: Code Red – 20:00 – 21:00
28 September (Monday) 20:00 – 21:00 – Ambulance: Code Red (S3 Ep6). A man is crushed by a forklift and a 22‑year‑old woman is trapped in her car.
Opinion: The realistic depiction of emergency response is still entertaining for those who appreciate high stakes.
A&E After Dark – 21:00 – 22:00
28 September (Monday) 21:00 – 22:00 – A&E After Dark (S6 Ep1). Paramedics and police bring in a man with multiple stab wounds.
Opinion: The gritty realism holds up well for fans of medical thrillers.
Skin A&E – 22:00 – 23:00
28 September (Monday) 22:00 – 23:00 – Skin A&E (S3 Ep3). Four top dermatologists treat patients with cysts, lipomas and skin tags.
Opinion: The clinical focus offers a reliable insight into skin health.
Recommendations for Monday
Kids 5‑12: Home and Away offers light drama and relatable characters. Teenagers 13‑17: Traffic Cops delivers thrilling action with relatable law‑enforcement themes. Adults 18‑45: Casualty 24/7 and Ambulance: Code Red provide high‑intensity medical storytelling. Older adults 46+: GPs: Behind Closed Doors offers a calm, informative documentary style.
Tuesday 29 September (Tuesday)
Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun – 07:00 – 08:00
29 September (Tuesday) 07:00 – 08:00 – Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun (S14 Ep43). Paige tackles her first half‑marathon and Susie searches homes for abandoned puppies.
Opinion: The mix of fitness and animal rescue gives the show a refreshing tone.
Traffic Cops – 10:00 – 11:00
29 September (Tuesday) 10:00 – 11:00 – Traffic Cops (S7 Ep6). The episode follows a high‑speed chase in Derbyshire.
Opinion: The relentless pursuit keeps the pacing brisk for viewers who enjoy action.
Police Interceptors – 13:00 – 14:00
29 September (Tuesday) 13:00 – 14:00 – Police Interceptors (S17 Ep4). Kev chases a runaway driver on foot.
Opinion: The show offers a realistic look at high‑speed pursuits, holding up well for fans of police reality.
Rogue Claimers – 16:00 – 17:00
29 September (Tuesday) 16:00 – 17:00 – Rogue Claimers (S2 Ep2). The episode exposes a fraudster’s crash‑for‑cash scheme.
Opinion: The investigative angle provides a reliable narrative for viewers who appreciate real‑world drama.
Home and Away – 17:00 – 17:30
29 September (Tuesday) 17:00 – 17:30 – Home and Away. The family faces new relationships and challenges.
Opinion: The soap continues to offer familiar emotional beats for long‑time viewers.
GPs: Behind Closed Doors – 18:00 – 19:00
29 September (Tuesday) 18:00 – 19:00 – GPs: Behind Closed Doors (S6 Ep2). The episode follows a patient dealing with gambling addiction.
Opinion: The documentary format gives viewers an unfiltered look at medical issues.
Casualty 24/7 – 19:00 – 20:00
29 September (Tuesday) 19:00 – 20:00 – Casualty 24/7: Every Second Counts (S9 Ep5). The episode follows a man who falls over a care home manager.
Opinion: The fast‑paced emergency scenes keep the tension high.
Street Cops – 20:00 – 21:00
29 September (Tuesday) 20:00 – 21:00 – Street Cops: Catching the Yobs (S2 Ep4). The unit tackles a bank customer’s rage and suspects a drug deal.
Opinion: The realistic street‑level perspective offers a reliable addition to the police lineup.
Recommendations for Tuesday
Kids 5‑12: Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun offers a fun look at fitness and animal care. Teenagers 13‑17: Traffic Cops gives adrenaline‑filled action. Adults 18‑45: Rogue Claimers provides a gritty investigative narrative. Older adults 46+: GPs: Behind Closed Doors offers educational insight into medical challenges.
Wednesday 30 September (Wednesday)
Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun – 07:00 – 08:00
30 September (Wednesday) 07:00 – 08:00 – Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun (S14 Ep45). Bambi hosts a beach‑themed birthday bash for Jojo.
Opinion: The light‑hearted celebration keeps the show charming.
Traffic Cops – 10:00 – 11:00
30 September (Wednesday) 10:00 – 11:00 – Traffic Cops (S7 Ep8). A teenage driver goes on a rampage in a truck.
Opinion: The episode pushes boundaries but stays within the realistic framework.
Police Interceptors – 13:00 – 14:00
30 September (Wednesday) 13:00 – 14:00 – Police Interceptors (S17 Ep5). The unit tackles a suspect with a hidden secret.
Opinion: The show offers reliable tension for fans of police reality.
Rogue Claimers – 16:00 – 17:00
30 September (Wednesday) 16:00 – 17:00 – Rogue Claimers (S2 Ep3). CCTV reveals the truth about a bus collision claim.
Opinion: The investigative narrative holds up well for viewers interested in fraud exposure.
Home and Away – 17:00 – 17:30
30 September (Wednesday) 17:00 – 17:30 – Home and Away. The family faces new challenges.
Opinion: The soap delivers emotional continuity for regular viewers.
GPs: Behind Closed Doors – 18:00 – 19:00
30 September (Wednesday) 18:00 – 19:00 – GPs: Behind Closed Doors (S6 Ep3). The episode follows a patient dealing with an itchy rash.
Opinion: The documentary format offers an informative look at everyday health issues.
Casualty 24/7 – 19:00 – 20:00
30 September (Wednesday) 19:00 – 20:00 – Casualty 24/7: Every Second Counts (S9 Ep6). The episode follows a 66‑year‑old patient’s heart conditions.
Opinion: The medical drama remains engaging for viewers who enjoy realistic hospital scenes.
Recommendations for Wednesday
Kids 5‑12: Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun offers light entertainment. Teenagers 13‑17: Traffic Cops delivers adrenaline‑filled action. Adults 18‑45: Rogue Claimers provides investigative depth. Older adults 46+: GPs: Behind Closed Doors offers informative medical insights.
Thursday 1 October (Thursday)
Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun – 07:00 – 08:00
1 October (Thursday) 07:00 – 08:00 – Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun (S14 Ep47). Jessie goes on a blind date while Andrea plans a new venue.
Opinion: The show maintains its light, relatable charm.
Traffic Cops – 10:00 – 11:00
1 October (Thursday) 10:00 – 11:00 – Traffic Cops (S5 Ep18). The episode follows a detective chasing a classic car buyer.
Opinion: The realistic pursuit keeps the pacing brisk for viewers who enjoy police drama.
Police Interceptors – 15:00 – 16:00
1 October (Thursday) 15:00 – 16:00 – Police Interceptors (S17 Ep7). The unit chases a driver who rams a police car.
Opinion: The series offers reliable tension for fans of high‑speed pursuits.
Rogue Claimers – 17:00 – 18:00
1 October (Thursday) 17:00 – 18:00 – Rogue Claimers (S2 Ep5). The episode reveals a fraudster’s stunt.
Opinion: The investigative angle offers a reliable narrative for viewers who enjoy real‑world drama.
Home and Away – 18:00 – 18:30
1 October (Thursday) 18:00 – 18:30 – Home and Away. The family faces new relationships.
Opinion: The soap provides familiar emotional beats for long‑time viewers.
GPs: Behind Closed Doors – 19:00 – 20:00
1 October (Thursday) 19:00 – 20:00 – GPs: Behind Closed Doors (S6 Ep4). The episode follows a patient with a broken wrist.
Opinion: The documentary format gives an unfiltered look at medical issues.
Casualty 24/7 – 20:00 – 21:00
1 October (Thursday) 20:00 – 21:00 – Casualty 24/7: Every Second Counts (S9 Ep7). The episode follows a 80‑year‑old patient’s breathing difficulties.
Opinion: The fast‑paced emergency scenes keep the tension high.
Motorway Cops – 00:00 – 01:00
1 October (Thursday) 00:00 – 01:00 – Motorway Cops: Catching Britain’s Speeders (S3 Ep9). The episode follows a PC chasing a gang of thieves.
Opinion: The show provides reliable high‑speed action for viewers who enjoy police drama.
Recommendations for Thursday
Kids 5‑12: Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun offers light entertainment. Teenagers 13‑17: Traffic Cops delivers adrenaline‑filled action. Adults 18‑45: Rogue Claimers offers investigative depth. Older adults 46+: GPs: Behind Closed Doors offers informative medical insights.
Friday 2 October (Friday)
Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun – 07:00 – 08:00
2 October (Friday) 07:00 – 08:00 – Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun (S14 Ep48). The episode follows a shop owner’s new challenge.
Opinion: The show keeps its light, relatable charm.
Traffic Cops – 10:00 – 11:00
2 October (Friday) 10:00 – 11:00 – Traffic Cops (S8 Ep9). The episode follows a police chase across Derbyshire.
Opinion: The realistic pursuit keeps the pacing brisk for viewers who enjoy police drama.
Police Interceptors – 15:00 – 16:00
2 October (Friday) 15:00 – 16:00 – Police Interceptors (S17 Ep11). The unit follows a suspect who rams a police car.
Opinion: The series offers reliable tension for fans of high‑speed pursuits.
Rogue Claimers – 17:00 – 18:00
2 October (Friday) 17:00 – 18:00 – Rogue Claimers (S2 Ep6). The episode reveals a fraudster’s stunt.
Opinion: The investigative angle offers a reliable narrative for viewers who enjoy real‑world drama.
Home and Away – 18:00 – 18:30
2 October (Friday) 18:00 – 18:30 – Home and Away. The family faces a new relationship.
Opinion: The soap provides familiar emotional beats for long‑time viewers.
GPs: Behind Closed Doors – 19:00 – 20:00
2 October (Friday) 19:00 – 20:00 – GPs: Behind Closed Doors (S6 Ep5). The episode follows a patient dealing with an itchy rash.
Opinion: The documentary format gives an unfiltered look at medical issues.
Casualty 24/7 – 20:00 – 21:00
2 October (Friday) 20:00 – 21:00 – Casualty 24/7: Every Second Counts (S9 Ep8). The episode follows a 66‑year‑old patient’s heart conditions.
Opinion: The medical drama remains engaging for viewers who enjoy realistic hospital scenes.
Recommendations for Friday
Kids 5‑12: Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun offers light entertainment. Teenagers 13‑17: Traffic Cops delivers adrenaline‑filled action. Adults 18‑45: Rogue Claimers offers investigative depth. Older adults 46+: GPs: Behind Closed Doors offers informative medical insights.
Saturday 3 October (Saturday)
Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun – 07:00 – 08:00
3 October (Saturday) 07:00 – 08:00 – Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun (S14 Ep49). The episode follows a scuba instructor.
Opinion: The show keeps its light, relatable charm.
Traffic Cops – 10:00 – 11:00
3 October (Saturday) 10:00 – 11:00 – Traffic Cops (S5 Ep12). The episode follows a stolen moped pursuit.
Opinion: The realistic pursuit keeps the pacing brisk for viewers who enjoy police drama.
Police Interceptors – 15:00 – 16:00
3 October (Saturday) 15:00 – 16:00 – Police Interceptors (S17 Ep13). The unit chases a suspect who rams a police car.
Opinion: The series offers reliable tension for fans of high‑speed pursuits.
Rogue Claimers – 17:00 – 18:00
3 October (Saturday) 17:00 – 18:00 – Rogue Claimers (S2 Ep7). The episode reveals a fraudster’s stunt.
Opinion: The investigative angle offers a reliable narrative for viewers who enjoy real‑world drama.
Home and Away – 18:00 – 18:30
3 October (Saturday) 18:00 – 18:30 – Home and Away. The family faces new challenges.
Opinion: The soap provides familiar emotional beats for long‑time viewers.
GPs: Behind Closed Doors – 19:00 – 20:00
3 October (Saturday) 19:00 – 20:00 – GPs: Behind Closed Doors (S6 Ep6). The episode follows a patient dealing with an itchy rash.
Opinion: The documentary format gives an unfiltered look at medical issues.
Casualty 24/7 – 20:00 – 21:00
3 October (Saturday) 20:00 – 21:00 – Casualty 24/7: Every Second Counts (S9 Ep9). The episode follows a 66‑year‑old patient’s heart conditions.
Opinion: The medical drama remains engaging for viewers who enjoy realistic hospital scenes.
Recommendations for Saturday
Kids 5‑12: Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun offers light entertainment. Teenagers 13‑17: Traffic Cops delivers adrenaline‑filled action. Adults 18‑45: Rogue Claimers offers investigative depth. Older adults 46+: GPs: Behind Closed Doors offers informative medical insights.
Sunday 4 October (Sunday)
Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun – 07:00 – 08:00
4 October (Sunday) 07:00 – 08:00 – Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun (S14 Ep50). The episode follows a bar owner.
Opinion: The show maintains its light, relatable charm.
Traffic Cops – 10:00 – 11:00
4 October (Sunday) 10:00 – 11:00 – Traffic Cops (S5 Ep19). The episode follows a driver’s misjudgement.
Opinion: The realistic pursuit keeps the pacing brisk for viewers who enjoy police drama.
Police Interceptors – 15:00 – 16:00
4 October (Sunday) 15:00 – 16:00 – Police Interceptors (S17 Ep15). The unit chases a suspect who rams a police car.
Opinion: The series offers reliable tension for fans of high‑speed pursuits.
Rogue Claimers – 17:00 – 18:00
4 October (Sunday) 17:00 – 18:00 – Rogue Claimers (S2 Ep8). The episode reveals a fraudster’s stunt.
Opinion: The investigative angle offers a reliable narrative for viewers who enjoy real‑world drama.
Home and Away – 18:00 – 18:30
4 October (Sunday) 18:00 – 18:30 – Home and Away. The family faces new challenges.
Opinion: The soap provides familiar emotional beats for long‑time viewers.
GPs: Behind Closed Doors – 19:00 – 20:00
4 October (Sunday) 19:00 – 20:00 – GPs: Behind Closed Doors (S6 Ep7). The episode follows a patient dealing with an itchy rash.
Opinion: The documentary format gives an unfiltered look at medical issues.
Casualty 24/7 – 20:00 – 21:00
4 October (Sunday) 20:00 – 21:00 – Casualty 24/7: Every Second Counts (S9 Ep10). The episode follows a 66‑year‑old patient’s heart conditions.
Opinion: The medical drama remains engaging for viewers who enjoy realistic hospital scenes.
Recommendations for Sunday
Kids 5‑12: Bargain‑Loving Brits in the Sun offers light entertainment. Teenagers 13‑17: Traffic Cops delivers adrenaline‑filled action. Adults 18‑45: Rogue Claimers offers investigative depth. Older adults 46+: GPs: Behind Closed Doors offers informative medical insights.
Bottom line
Across the week 5* offers a solid mix of high‑energy police reality, engaging medical drama and light‑hearted lifestyle programming. Whether you’re looking for the latest chase, a soap‑hour of drama or a realistic look at everyday health, there’s a show for every age group. Keep an eye on the key series and you’ll find plenty of reliable entertainment to fill your evenings.