The Top TV Shows And Films To Watch On This Week (4th - 8th May 2026)

Drama, animals and the best birthday party ever are all taking over our screens this week! Find out what five features you can't miss over the next few days here...

Jamie’s Ultimate BBQ, 8pm, Channel Four, Tuesday 5th May: If you spent the weekend enjoying the weather with a good old fashioned BBQ, this new series from Jamie Oliver will inspire you to make it even better! Showing you how to fire up the flames to get the most out of your food, it is the perfect start of summer viewing. 

Amandaland (Series Two), 9pm, BBC One, Wednesday 6th May: Ready to provide us with even more entertainment, Amandaland is back with even more mischief from the lovable lead Amanda. Featuring more guest stars and a lot more parenting anarchy, it is a brilliant mid-week pick me up. 

Legends, 8am, Netflix UK, Thursday 7th May: Steve Coogan leads the way in this new drama. Tasked with taking down a drug gang, his character and colleagues are faced with some of the most dramatic moments of the year so far in terms of TV. Six episodes will be released all at once, so make this your weekend binge. 

Remarkably Bright Creatures, 8am, Netflix UK, Friday 8th May: Sally Field plays the lead in this new feature based on the best-selling book. Upon working at her local aquarium, a woman is faced with the ability of being able to talk to one of the animals within it. After revealing the tragic circumstances of losing her son at a young age, she soon finds herself face to face with a young man, who will change her life forever. This is definitely the film of the week.

David Attenborough’s 100 Years On Planet Earth, 8:30pm, BBC One, Friday 8th May: He is a true icon, so it is only right that we celebrate his amazing 100th birthday. Taking a look back at his incredible life, this live special will feature music, memoirs and more. It is the birthday party that you don’t want to miss.

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!