Weekly TLC TV Guide: From Laughs to Life Lessons
A weekly roundup of TLC’s diverse programming, highlighting comedy, family drama, reality, and medical shows, with recommendations for different age groups and interests.
Monday 20 July 2026 (Mon)
Comedy headlines with “The Big Bang Theory” at 10:00 BST (S11 Ep23) and at 10:30 BST (S11 Ep24). Kids enjoy “Young Sheldon” at 08:00 BST and 08:30 BST. Adult reality is served by “Unacceptable” at 21:00 BST. Action fans tune into “Beverly Hills Cop” at 22:00 BST, and medical drama “Dr. Pimple Popper” starts at 23:00 BST. Reality show “My 600-lb Life” airs at 00:00 BST.
Opinion: The 10:00 BST episode of “The Big Bang Theory” is a solid laugh, though the plot feels a bit repetitive. The 08:00 BST “Young Sheldon” offers a gentle science lesson with Sheldon’s curiosity shining through. “Unacceptable” at 21:00 BST delivers mixed humor and controversy, but the host’s approach remains reliable. “Beverly Hills Cop” at 22:00 BST is action-packed, though pacing can feel rushed. “Dr. Pimple Popper” at 23:00 BST gives a fascinating look at dermatology, but pacing is slower.
Tuesday 21 July 2026 (Tue)
Comedy continues with “The Big Bang Theory” at 10:00 BST (S12 Ep7) and 10:30 BST (S12 Ep8). Kids watch “Young Sheldon” at 08:00 BST and 08:30 BST. Adult reality shows “Baylen Out Loud” at 21:00 BST and “New: Suddenly Amish” at 21:00 BST (S1 Ep3). Action fans see “Beverly Hills Cop II” at 22:00 BST. Medical drama “Dr. Pimple Popper” starts at 23:00 BST, and “My 600-lb Life” at 00:00 BST.
Opinion: The 10:00 BST “The Big Bang Theory” episode stays true to the show’s humor, with a predictable but enjoyable plot. “Young Sheldon” at 08:00 BST remains engaging for younger viewers, offering a light science lesson. “Baylen Out Loud” at 21:00 BST offers an insightful look at Tourette’s, while “New: Suddenly Amish” at 21:00 BST brings a quirky makeover perspective. “Beverly Hills Cop II” at 22:00 BST is action-filled but feels a bit rushed. The medical drama at 23:00 BST continues to be informative.
Wednesday 22 July 2026 (Wed)
Comedy highlights “The Big Bang Theory” at 10:00 BST (S12 Ep7) and 10:30 BST (S12 Ep8). Kids enjoy “Young Sheldon” at 08:00 BST and 08:30 BST. Adults watch “Unacceptable” at 21:00 BST and “New: Suddenly Amish” at 21:00 BST. Action fans see “Beverly Hills Cop II” at 22:00 BST. Medical drama “Dr. Pimple Popper” starts at 23:00 BST, and “My 600-lb Life” at 00:00 BST.
Opinion: “The Big Bang Theory” at 10:00 BST delivers the expected humor but feels somewhat predictable. “Young Sheldon” at 08:00 BST offers a charming science exploration suitable for kids. “Unacceptable” at 21:00 BST remains controversial but reliable in its presentation. The action in “Beverly Hills Cop II” at 22:00 BST is engaging, though pacing might be tight. The medical insight of “Dr. Pimple Popper” at 23:00 BST remains educational.
Thursday 23 July 2026 (Thu)
Comedy continues with “The Big Bang Theory” at 10:00 BST (S12 Ep7) and 10:30 BST (S12 Ep8). Kids watch “Young Sheldon” at 08:00 BST and 08:30 BST. Adult reality shows “Unacceptable” at 21:00 BST and “New: Suddenly Amish” at 21:00 BST. Action fans tune into “Beverly Hills Cop II” at 22:00 BST. Medical drama “Dr. Pimple Popper” starts at 23:00 BST, and “My 600-lb Life” at 00:00 BST.
Opinion: The 10:00 BST episode of “The Big Bang Theory” stays humorous but lacks novelty. “Young Sheldon” at 08:00 BST provides a gentle science lesson for younger viewers. “Unacceptable” at 21:00 BST remains a reliable but controversial reality show. “Beverly Hills Cop II” at 22:00 BST offers action but pacing feels rushed. The medical show at 23:00 BST remains educational.
Friday 24 July 2026 (Fri)
Comedy peaks with “The Big Bang Theory” at 10:00 BST (S12 Ep7) and 10:30 BST (S12 Ep8). Kids enjoy “Young Sheldon” at 08:00 BST and 08:30 BST. Adult reality shows “Unacceptable” at 21:00 BST and “New: Suddenly Amish” at 21:00 BST. Action fans see “Beverly Hills Cop II” at 22:00 BST. Medical drama “Dr. Pimple Popper” starts at 23:00 BST, and “My 600-lb Life” at 00:00 BST.
Opinion: The 10:00 BST episode of “The Big Bang Theory” offers familiar humor but predictable plot. “Young Sheldon” at 08:00 BST remains educational for kids. “Unacceptable” at 21:00 BST delivers mixed humor and controversy but remains reliable. “Beverly Hills Cop II” at 22:00 BST is action-packed but pacing might be tight. The medical drama at 23:00 BST stays informative.
Saturday 25 July 2026 (Sat)
Comedy continues with “The Big Bang Theory” at 10:00 BST (S12 Ep7) and 10:30 BST (S12 Ep8). Kids watch “Young Sheldon” at 08:00 BST and 08:30 BST. Adult reality shows “Unacceptable” at 21:00 BST and “New: Suddenly Amish” at 21:00 BST. Action fans tune into “Beverly Hills Cop II” at 22:00 BST. Medical drama “Dr. Pimple Popper” starts at 23:00 BST, and “My 600-lb Life” at 00:00 BST.
Opinion: The 10:00 BST episode of “The Big Bang Theory” remains humorous but repetitive. “Young Sheldon” at 08:00 BST provides a light science lesson suitable for kids. “Unacceptable” at 21:00 BST delivers mixed humor and controversy but remains reliable. “Beverly Hills Cop II” at 22:00 BST offers action but pacing feels rushed. The medical drama at 23:00 BST remains educational.
Sunday 26 July 2026 (Sun)
Comedy wraps up with “The Big Bang Theory” at 10:00 BST (S12 Ep7) and 10:30 BST (S12 Ep8). Kids enjoy “Young Sheldon” at 08:00 BST and 08:30 BST. Adults watch “Unacceptable” at 21:00 BST and “New: Suddenly Amish” at 21:00 BST. Action fans see “Beverly Hills Cop II” at 22:00 BST. Medical drama “Dr. Pimple Popper” starts at 23:00 BST, and “My 600-lb Life” at 00:00 BST.
Opinion: The 10:00 BST episode of “The Big Bang Theory” offers familiar humor but lacks novelty. “Young Sheldon” at 08:00 BST remains an engaging science lesson for kids. “Unacceptable” at 21:00 BST delivers mixed humor and controversy but remains reliable. “Beverly Hills Cop II” at 22:00 BST is action-packed but pacing feels rushed. The medical show at 23:00 BST remains educational.
Bottom Line
This week on TLC, comedy dominates with “The Big Bang Theory” while family-friendly “Young Sheldon” keeps younger viewers engaged, and adult reality “Unacceptable” and action “Beverly Hills Cop” cater to mature audiences. Medical drama “Dr. Pimple Popper” offers educational content for all ages.