The Top TV Shows And Films To Watch On This Week (27th April - 1st May 2026)

Although the sun is shining and we are all feeling a little brighter, our TV screens are making sure we don't miss out on all the drama with these new features that you have to watch over the next five days...

Secret Service, 9pm, ITV One, All Week: Gemma Arterton is leading this thrilling new series that is on every night this week. Playing an MI6 agent, her character becomes determined to uncover the secrets that tie a British politician to the Kremlin before time runs out. Be prepared to cancel all your plans for this one.

Small Things Like These, 8am, Netflix UK, Tuesday 28th April: This film passed many by, yet, it was a huge award winner in Ireland. Starring Cillian Murphy in his first performance after winning the Oscar, his portrayal of a man determined to help the women he meets is career defining. It is a beautiful dedication to one of the saddest parts of Irish history.

Half Man, 10:40pm, BBC One, Tuesday 28th April: From the team behind Baby Reindeer, this new gritty series portrays two childhood friends coming back together at difficult times in their lives. With one facing a challenging battle with their sexuality and the other trying to stay out of trouble, each scene is gripping. This has award winner all over it.

Man On Fire, 8am, Netflix UK, Thursday 30th April: Battling the demons from his past, a secret agent must put them behind them to successfully save a young girl he meets in Rio De Janeiro. Perfect to binge watch on, as you won’t be able to stop watching once you see the first episode.

Wuthering Heights, 8:25am, Sky Cinema Premiere, Friday 1st May: Now is your chance to capture the film that got everyone talking at the start of the year from the comfort of your own home. Starring Jacob Elordi, as the dark Heathcliff, and Margot Robbie, as the eccentric Cathy, it is a totally new take on the classic Bronte novel that will shock you throughout.

Let us know what you have been watching and what you are most looking forward to catching over the course of the week, via our social media pages or in the comments below, as we would love to know!