New TV shows coming this month

Get strapped in because this month's new shows are next level and we can’t wait! Some brand-new shows and some new seasons! Here are our top picks of what to watch this month! So, keep reading...

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New on BBC and iPlayer 

Lord of the Flies

BBC One + BBC iPlayer, from Sunday 8th February 

Get readyyyyy for BBC’s adaptation of the iconic Lord of the Flies. This series follows a group of schoolchildren stranded on a tropical island with no adults after a plane crash. Attempting to remain civil, the boys organise themselves and assign tasks, but Jack – in charge of the signal fire – begins to lure them away from order and hope… towards tragedy.

Traitors Ireland

BBC Three and BBC iPlayer

Need your Traitors fix now the UK series is over? Say hello to Traitors Ireland – and trust us, this one brings the chaos. Hosted by the iconic Siobhán McSweeney, the stakes are sky-high as secret alliances, late-night whispers and jaw-dropping betrayals take over the castle. Friendships will shatter, trust will be tested and nobody is safe. 

Industry (Season 4)

Stream on BBC iPlayer

Industry storms back with money to burn and knives already out. Now living the glossy lives they once hustled for, Myha’la’s Harper and Marisa Abela’s Yasmin are pulled into a slick, high-stakes cat-and-mouse chase when a swaggering fintech wunderkind lands in London. As Yasmin circles Kit Harington’s seductive tech titan Sir Henry Muck and Harper falls under the spell of Max Minghella’s dangerously smooth power broker, old loyalties start to fray. Sharper suits, bigger swings and egos in overdrive, this is ambition at full throttle.

Winter Olympics

BBC One + BBC iPlayer, from Friday 6th February 

It’s been four years since the world’s best skiers, skaters and of course snowboarders last took to the slopes! And now it’s time for them to return, this time to Italy. Whether you’re here for the freestyle tricks, the figure‑skating sparkle or the pure drama of a photo‑finish, you won’t want to miss a second! Grab a hot chocolate, get cosy and tune in!

Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK vs the World (Season 3)

BBC Three + BBC iPlayer, from Tuesday 27th January

Sashay back into the werkroom because the world’s fiercest queens are going head-to-head once again! Fan-favourite Drag Race legends from across the globe return to compete for the ultimate crown – and bragging rights. Expect iconic runway looks, savage lip-syncs, shady one-liners and enough drama to make Mama Ru proud!

What’s new on ITV and ITVX (STV and STV Player in Scotland)

Betrayal

Watch on ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player, from Sunday 8th February

Time to dive into some espionageee! Shaun Evans stars as John Hughes, an MI5 operative who’s brilliant, brave, and just slightlyyyyyy out of sync with the modern world. When he goes rogue to investigate a gang with Iranian ties, he sparks chaos inside and outside the agency. With the clock ticking, John races to uncover the truth before everything crashes down around him (literally).

The Summit

Stream on ITVX from the 10th February

Reality lovers and adventure junkies, brace yourselves… The Summit is ITV’s brand‑new series where 14 strangers from completely different walks of life face the challenge of a lifetime – conquering the breathtaking Alps of New Zealand’s South Island. With a £200,000 prize on the line, alliances will form fast… and crumble even faster. Because in this game, the higher they climb, the more the drama rises with them!

The Lady

Coming soon to ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player

If you (like us) live for a juicy, fact‑based true‑story drama – The Lady is absolutely one you won’t wanna miss! Jane Andrews (Mia McKenna-Bruce) starts out as a hardworking, working‑class woman who lands the dream role of dresser to the Duchess of York (Natalie Dormer) at Buckingham Palace, quickly sliding her way into Britain’s most elite social circles. But after nine years, her fall from grace is as dramatic as her rise, and a whirlwind romance with charismatic businessman Thomas Cressman (Ed Speelers) soon takes a dark turn. As cracks begin to surface in their relationship, the story spirals toward consequences no one could see coming.

For fans of A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story.

Celebrity Sabotage

Coming soon to ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player

Get ready for fits of giggles and full‑on chaos as celebs Joel Dommett, Judi Love, Sam Thompson and GK Barry team up to sabotage unsuspecting contestants who think they’ve signed up for a normal game show. Spoiler: nothing about this show is normal. Each week, a new celebrity saboteur crashes the party, adding even more mischief, mayhem and truly ridiculous challenges to the mix. Basically, if you love watching people try to stay calm while everything around them goes hilariously wrong, this one’s for youuuuuu.

What’s new on Channel 4 

Secret Genius

Watch on Channel 4, from Sunday 1st February

Alan Carr blesses our screens once again, this time teaming up with Countdown legend Susie Dent to uncover Britain’s most unexpected geniuses. From ambulance crew to delivery drivers – and even a shepherd who’s taught her sheep sign language – get ready to meet some wildly talented people who could give Stephen Hawking a run for his money. Each week, new contestants tackle brain‑bending challenges in the hopes of securing a coveted spot in the Oxford University finals. And the best part? You can play along too!

The Bold Type 

Stream on Channel 4, from Saturday 7th February

US box‑set lovers, assemble – all five seasons of The Bold Type are landing on Channel 4 and it’s about to become your new obsession. Follow three millennial women navigating careers, romance, friendship and big‑city chaos inside a glossy New York magazine as they figure out who they are and what they stand for. It’s empowering, stylish, chaotic in all the best ways plussss it’s dangerously bingeable

What’s new on 5 

NCIS: Los Angeles

Coming soon to 5

Centred on the Office of Special Projects (OSP), NCIS: LA follows an elite team specialising in high‑risk, undercover missions that most people wouldn’t dare volunteer for. Leading the action are Special Agent “G” Callen (Chris O’Donnel) – a master of deep‑cover infiltration – and Special Agent Sam Hanna (LL Cool J), a former Navy SEAL with surveillance skills sharper than his sense of humour. Together with their tight‑knit team, they take on dangerous assignments to dismantle criminal networks threatening national security.

Superbowl

Watch on 5, Sunday 8th February

The Super Bowl is touching down on 5, and it’s the one night where absolutely anything can happen. Dermot O’Leary, will be reporting live from Levi’s Stadium to bring you every tackle, touchdown and “did-that-really-just-happen?!” moment from the biggest sporting event of the year. 5’s coverage spans the whole night, including the legendary halftime show featuring three‑time Grammy winner Bad Bunny. Grab snacks, clear your schedule – this is the ultimate Sunday night showdown.

What's new on U

Queens of Mystery

Coming to U and U&Drama this February

Queens of Mystery follows three crime‑writing sisters and their detective niece as they team up to crack murders in the beautifully quirky village of Wildemarsh. The series blends cosy mystery with playful humour and a sprinkle of family chaos. Narrated by the brilliant Juliet Stevenson (Professor T), it’s the perfect show for anyone who loves a cosy crime drama.

Honest Renovations 

Stream this UK premier on U, from Thursday 19th February

Helping families thrive, one renovation at a time. Best friends Jessica Alba and Lizzy Mathis swoop in to surprise parents with makeovers that transform their homes from cluttered and chaotic to functional, stylish and actually liveable. But this isn’t your typical reno show, Jess and Lizzy get real about the pressures of parenting and the emotional weight a home can carry.

New on WATCH FREE UK

Secrets of a Murder Detective

Stream now on TRUE CRIME from Monday 2nd February

Secrets of a Murder Detective invites viewers into the world of real‑life crime‑solving with Steve Keogh, a decorated detective with 30 years on the force and 12 as one of New Scotland Yard’s top murder specialists. For the first time, he opens up his case files and contacts to reveal what it truly takes to crack a murder investigation from the inside.

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