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The clock is ticking to track down an armed fugitive after a third murder victim is found, and Rachita is forced to confront a familiar face from her past. As racial tensions rise in the community, police failings are brought under the spotlight. A historical feud between Frank and a former associate breeds a fresh lead. Meanwhile, Suzie begins to make enquiries into her family’s affairs.

Having lost trace of two kidnappers in a daring car chase, DI Ray must team up with Serious Organised Crime to find her prime murder suspect before it’s too late. The team uncover a sinister link between the Chapmans and Mochanis when a photo is discovered on Rav’s laptop, and Sharan Mochani receives an ultimatum. Rachita’s faith in her team is shaken when her behaviour is brought into question.

Parminder Nagra returns to ITV as Detective Inspector Rachita Ray, for a six part series of acclaimed police thriller, DI Ray.
 

Two months after her suspension, DI Rachita Ray is thrust back into homicide after a fatal drive-by shooting outside a Birmingham hospital leaves two dead: a young nurse, Megan Parks, and the head of a notorious local crime syndicate, Frank Chapman. DI Ray is in race against time uncover the truth before the Chapman family act out their revenge and an all-out gang war erupts onto the streets.

The Royle Family stars Ricky Tomlinson and Sue Johnston met when they were first cast as husband and wife in Brookside. A meeting that sparked a 40-year long friendship, bonded by their love of Liverpool, social justice and left-wing politics. Now, using DNA and genealogy they are on a journey that will take them across the UK, reconnecting with lost cousins and unearthing long held family secrets.  

Scouser Ricky’s story begins with a surprise in the Lake District, as he discovers his family has roots there. Arriving in the stunning surrounds of Ambleside, Ricky is delighted to discover his ancestor would have worked as a tailor, no doubt crossing paths with literary great and good such as Dickens and Wordsworth as they spent seasons in the town to gather inspiration. But it’s his social conscience that really grabs Ricky’s heart when he realises his relative was instrumental in speaking out for change for those living in poverty.

Ricky says: “I didn’t have a clue. I’m really quite pleased to know that. They were obviously not middle class, but they were certainly a little bit above working class, being a business man, and that fills me with joy actually. I’m made up with that.

“I love the social injustice business, because it plays a part in my everyday life. I hate to see people being put on. You’ve got to do something, otherwise nothing changes.”

Returning to his beloved Liverpool, Ricky is inspired by his relative Jane Cunningham. A trailblazer, she was one of the first ever female journalists in New York in the mid 19th century. Her legacy lives on in a club for women once frequented by Eleanor Roosevelt and Michelle Obama, an annual award for journalism and most specially for Ricky - her books he can hold in his own hands.

Ricky says: “It was my dream to be a writer…I was like a closet writer for years. This is amazing. You’ve shocked me to the core. I’m quite emotional. What an amazing woman. I’m made up. You’ll never hear me stop talking about this.”

Staunch Labour supporter Sue is in for a shock when a DNA alert sends her to a former Conservative Club.

Ricky jokes: “If it all goes wrong can I get another car to go home in? You know, you get tarred with the same brush.”

At the former Conservative Club, Sue discovers she is related to her mortal enemy - a Tory MP. But the early 20th century MP for Tottenham, William Prescott, is a man of his time, a war hero who fights for the best homes for returning soldiers. Ricky agrees to let this one slide.

Sue says: “I couldn’t be prouder of him, and the qualities he had. It’s something I’d aspire to. I admire him.”

But the surprises keep coming and Sue discovers she is related to aristocracy - there’s a Baronet in the family. Sue is ecstatic to connect with William’s grandson, Sir Mark Prescott, 3rd Baronet, a champion trainer for The King’s horse.  She also traces her family line six generations back in Scotland.

Ricky jokes with Sue: “You’ll have to up your game a bit now, Sue.”

Reflecting on their DNA Journey, Sue says: “I know how much social justice matters to you and I think you know it does to me. Everybody we have met, on both sides, has been involved and I feel really proud.”

DNA Journey with Ancestry is a Voltage TV, Mitre Studios and Ancestry co-production for ITV.

An international investigation into one of the world’s biggest and most successful cults,  the Rajneesh movement, which in the 1970s and 80s had tens of thousands of followers as well as communes in more than 50 countries including the UK. Filmmaker Maroesja Perizonius, herself a child of the Rajneesh communes, makes contact with other former Rajneesh children and, together, they reveal an awful truth about the organisation that has been hidden for forty years. The movement still thrives today yet no one has been called to account for the harm caused to children in its communes. In her unflinching documentary for the BAFTA-winning Exposure strand, Maroesja unmasks perpetrators and demands answers from senior members inside the Cult.  And she asks how its guru, Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh, was able to build a society with its own moral code - where terrible crimes against children were facilitated and normalised, without any outside intervention.

Joan (Sophie Turner) and Boisie (Frank Dillane) buy an engagement ring while the police search for the missing Stubbs painting at Boisie's store. The police find nothing, and a day with Kelly (Mia Millichamp-Long) is enjoyable, but Joan is adamant they have to get rid of the painting and go straight. As the police close in, Boisie struggles to find a buyer for the painting and turns to Albie (Gershwyn Eustache Jnr), for help; who proposes a risky option.

Joan, cleaning antiques at Boisie's shop, dreams of running her own jewellery business and excels in a gemmology course. Joan and Boisie get married, but Boisie’s jealousy is piqued by Joan dancing with Albie.
Boisie to get his painting authenticated, but his inside man, Hugo Saxton (Edward Bennett), is too scared to get involved. Desperate, Boisie shares his plan to sell the painting with Joan; she’s furious. Tom (Jack Greenlees) offers her an escape as an informant, but she refuses. After Joan nearly destroys the painting, Boisie reveals why he cannot renege on the sale. Joan agrees to help.
 

Two months later, Joan (Sophie Turner) aims to provide a stable home for Kelly (Mia Millichamp-Long) by outdoing her foster parents financially. She joins Boisie (Frank Dillane) in stealing a Stubbs painting, but the plan goes awry when the owner's ex-husband unexpectedly appears. Angry about how Boisie handles it, Joan storms out with cash. She struggles to sell her diamonds to a fence, King (Tomi May), and social services' impending visit forces Joan to reconcile with Boisie. He lets her in, and a new level of trust forms between them.

To secure cash for her life with Kelly, Joan proposes a heist to steal a ring, involving Albie (Gershwyn Eustache Jnr), as her accomplice. Boisie's jealousy adds tension, but they succeed and Joan sells the ring to King. During a dinner party, Boisie makes a grand proposal that cause the celebrations to become even more raucous. The next day a hungover Joan is visited by social worker, Mrs May (Dorothy Atkinson). The foster parents have plans to put Kelly’s stay on a more permanent footing, enraging Joan.  

Boris Johnson sits down for an exclusive interview with ITV's Tom Bradby ahead of the publication of the former Prime Minister's political memoir to talk about his time in office.

An ITV News special.

Critically acclaimed actors, John Simm and Philip Glenister forged their close friendship on set of the iconic drama, Life On Mars. Seventeen years later, the best mates have teamed up for an altogether different kind of adventure - their DNA journey - to delve into their family histories.

When DNA tests reveal unexpected surprises, side by side, the pair navigate their way around revelation after revelation with searing honesty, humour and supportiveness.

Kent, 1985. Joan O’Connell (Sophie Turner) is a young mother trapped in a catastrophic relationship with criminal Gary Darvil (Nick Blood). She flees when he brings danger to their door and takes drastic action to keep her six-year-old daughter, Kelly (Mia Millichamp-Long), safe.

Attempting to build a new life, Joan begins working in her sister’s salon, determined to get herself back on her feet, but can’t control her reckless streak. She blags a job at a Jewellers, but the manager, Bernard Jones (Alex Blake), is lecherous. Joan makes an excuse to leave, impetuously stealing several diamonds first.

High on the thrill, Joan celebrates in the pub where she meets Boisie Hannington (Frank Dillane) who runs an antiques shop nearby and proves to be the consummate gentleman. He is also a professional thief. Joan needs money desperately and Boisie offers her a job instead. Joan agrees - could this be the beginning of a successful business relationship, or something more?

Joan (Sophie Turner) buries her diamonds and Boisie (Frank Dillane) takes her back to Bernard’s to cover her tracks. The job Boisie has in mind for Joan is smuggling stolen jewellery to Spain, but first Joan adeptly steals designer items using a stolen cheque book. Impressed, Boisie recognises her talents, deepening their connection.

They successfully deliver the jewels to Albie (Gershwyn Eustache Jnr), an ex-cellmate, friend and business associate of Boisie’s. Joan falls in love with the opulent lifestyle Boisie shows her and he’s equally impressed by this independent, chaotic, exciting woman. As Boisie and Joan fall in love, her loyalty is torn between him and her daughter, Kelly. Albie's unsettling interest in Joan raises questions about his motives. Back in the UK, Joan faces social services' scrutiny, jeopardising Kelly's return. Seeking solace in Boisie, she resolves to find a way to have it all.

This powerful documentary investigates how, for over twelve years, the prime suspect in the violent murder of a young mother has been able to walk free in Britain - part of an alleged cover-up that goes to the top of the UK military.  Centred around BATUK - home of the British Army in Kenya and one of the UK’s biggest overseas bases - the film hears from British soldiers who are now speaking out, revealing that many colleagues and officers in their regiment know the name of the man who allegedly attacked 21 year-old Agnes Wanjiru, stabbing her before dumping her body in a hotel septic tank, something he denies.  And it examines how, after decades of concerns surrounding the base,  some soldiers there continue to abuse local women today, including  allegations of rape, and sexual assault on underage girls.

Filmed, produced and directed by Flora Bagenal

Film editor: John Moffat

Executive Producers: Jamie Doran & Tracey Doran-Carter

A Clover Films production for ITV1 & ITVX

Inside Bernard Jones’ jewellery shop, where Joan works, her attention is drawn to the open safe, its contents glittering with the sparkle of diamonds. The temptation becomes impossible to ignore…

If you use this clip please include the following credit: JOAN, launches on ITV1 and ITVX on Sunday 29th September at 9pm, with the second episode airing on Monday 30th September at 9pm.

The six part series will all be available to watch on ITVX after episode one has aired. 

My Mum, Your Dad is back with a new batch of single parents who have been nominated by their grown-up kids to spend two weeks in a stunning countryside retreat giving love a second chance.

In the final episode of the series,  the romance is dialled up for the final dates outside of the retreat before the kids are reunited with their parents and their potential new partner, in order to ask their pressing questions. Fresh from these reunions the kids have one last big decision to make when giving their blessing on their new relationships. Will the kids approve of their new found love, or are some obstacles too big to overcome?

My Mum, Your Dad is back with a new batch of single parents who have been nominated by their grown-up kids to spend two weeks in a stunning countryside retreat giving love a second chance.

In the penultimate episode, the kids are given the chance to write their parents a note about what they want them to leave behind. In an emotional final workshop the parents hear how far they’ve come through their children's eyes. Davina enters the retreat to check in on the parents and see who wants to continue with their connections, or whether it’s time to leave the retreat and be reunited with their kids.

My Mum, Your Dad is back with a new batch of single parents who have been nominated by their grown-up kids to spend two weeks in a stunning countryside retreat giving love a second chance.

In the eighth instalment, Davina invites the mums to share what they’ve learnt from the experience so far with some emotional responses, whilst the dads do the same in a male focused workshop.

Two of the parents begin to work out their feelings during a game of basketball whilst one of the dads gets a much needed face to face chat with his daughter. Meanwhile, one of the mums begins to question whether her connection will work in the real world and considers walking away.

My Mum, Your Dad is back with a new batch of single parents who have been nominated by their grown-up kids to spend two weeks in a stunning countryside retreat giving love a second chance.

In the seventh episode, an intimacy workshop brings some parents closer whilst the kids look on in horror. One of the dads has a potential new rival and two kids get to give their parents a mid-date pep talk.

Later, one couple has a meaningful heart to heart but one of their kids is not yet sold on the commitment of her mother’s love interest. 

My Mum, Your Dad is back with a new batch of single parents who have been nominated by their grown-up kids to spend two weeks in a stunning countryside retreat giving love a second chance.

It's the start of a new week in the retreat for our single parents.  One couple gets closer whilst another hits a bump in the road. There’s a seaside date, with some intervention from the kids of course, and an intimate moment between two parents causes their kids to reach for the cushions.

A game of truths brings the parents together and Davina delivers a big revelation.

My Mum, Your Dad is back with a new batch of single parents who have been nominated by their grown-up kids to spend two weeks in a stunning countryside retreat giving love a second chance.

In the final instalment of the week, the parents channel the Wild West for a hoedown party with some intimate conversations leading to a first kiss. One of the mums has an emotional breakthrough over a game of Jenga and another plucks up the courage to ask a dad on a date with a surprising romantic outcome.

My Mum, Your Dad is back with a new batch of single parents who have been nominated by their grown-up kids to spend two weeks in a stunning countryside retreat giving love a second chance.

In episode 4, a blossoming romance develops further on a dancing date and a new mum's arrival sends ripples through the Retreat. One mum begins to realise her feelings for one of the dads but holds back for fear of breaking Girl Code. And there’s a big surprise in store for everyone.

My Mum, Your Dad is back with a new batch of single parents who have been nominated by their grown-up kids to spend two weeks in a stunning countryside retreat giving love a second chance.

In the third episode, the parents take part in a self-reflection workshop with some revealing and emotional results, with one kid finding their parent’s honesty an emotional watch.  Davina heads to the bunker to ask the kids to choose which parents will go on a pottery date together whilst back at the Retreat, an unexpected connection begins to grow.

My Mum, Your Dad is back with a new batch of single parents who have been nominated by their grown-up kids to spend two weeks in a stunning countryside retreat giving love a second chance.

In the second show of the series, Davina heads to the Retreat to catch up with the parents about their first dates. The parents share their vulnerabilities around finding love and one mum reveals the reason for her marriage breakdown.

Later, a new dad causes a stir as he gets to know the mums with speed dating and the kids choose who their parents will spend extra one-on-one time with by cooking the evening meal. 

My Mum, Your Dad is back with a new batch of single parents who have been nominated by their grown-up kids to spend two weeks in a stunning countryside retreat giving love a second chance.

On the first show on the series, the nervous parents are dropped off at the doors of the retreat by their kids who all meet at ‘The Bunker’ where they will watch their parents trying to find love over the next few weeks.

Host Davina McCall heads to meet the kids and give them their first task, to choose who their parents will have their first date with. The dates bring some promising connection, some embarrassing moments for the kids watching and some revealing conversations about past relationships.  

ITV’s highly anticipated six-part drama immerses Sophie Turner in the complex and captivating role of Joan Hannington, a notorious jewel thief. Created and written by Anna Symon and set against the vibrant and aspirational backdrop of 1980s London, this series unravels the multifaceted life of a MOTHER. LOVER. LIAR. THIEF. Inspired by the real Joan Hannington and certain events from her life, this exhilarating and emotional drama is directed by Richard Laxton and produced by Ruth Kenley-Letts. The series also stars Frank Dillaine, Kirsty J Curtis, Gershwyn Eustache Jnr and Laura Aikman.
 

10 of Britain’s best amateur clothes designers compete to win a dream job as a fashion designer at high street giant M&S. Hosted by AJ Odudu and Vernon Kay, over 6 weeks, designers will face individual and group challenges to create extraordinary and cutting-edge looks to impress a legendary lineup of guest experts.

Contestants will not only have to impress the experts, but real M&S customers to have the chance of winning this life changing prize, a career dressing the nation. 

Episode one : 10 amateur designers compete to win a dream job as a Fashion Designer at high street giant M&S in Womenswear Week, hosts Vernon Kay and AJ Odudu are joined by guest judge Mel B.