Struggling to find something worth watching? Your search is over. We've curated the ultimate list of the week's most compelling films hitting British screens, from razor-sharp satires to breathtaking biographical dramas.
1. Swiped (Channel 4, Friday 9pm)
Dive into the painfully hilarious world of modern dating with this sharp satire. Follow the chaotic journey of a young man who creates a fraudulent dating profile, leading to a cascade of comic mishaps and unexpected truths about digital romance and identity.
2. Twiggy (BBC Two, Saturday 9pm)
Experience the dazzling rise of a British icon. This visually stunning biopic traces Twiggy's extraordinary transformation from a North London schoolgirl to becoming the world's first supermodel and a global fashion phenomenon that defined an era.
3. The Duke (ITV1, Sunday 8pm)
Jim Broadbent and Helen Mirren star in this wonderfully eccentric true story about a retired taxi driver who pulls off an astonishing art heist from the National Portrait Gallery. A perfect blend of comedy and heartwarming drama.
4. The Father (Film4, Monday 11:15pm)
Anthony Hopkins delivers an Oscar-winning performance in this devastatingly powerful exploration of dementia. The film masterfully immerses viewers in the fragmented reality of an aging man struggling with memory loss.
5. Promising Young Woman (Channel 4, Tuesday 11pm)
Carey Mulligan shines in this provocative and stylish thriller about a woman seeking vengeance for a tragic event in her past. A bold and unforgettable commentary on modern society.
6. The Dig (BBC Two, Wednesday 11:15pm)
Ralph Fiennes and Carey Mulligan star in this beautifully understated drama based on the remarkable true story of the 1939 Sutton Hoo archaeological excavation that rewrote English history.
7. Portrait of a Lady on Fire (BBC Four, Thursday 10pm)
Immerse yourself in this exquisite French masterpiece about a forbidden romance between an aristocrat and the painter commissioned to create her portrait. A visually stunning and emotionally resonant period drama.
With this diverse selection of cinematic excellence, your week's viewing is sorted. Whether you're in the mood for laughter, tears, or thought-provoking drama, these seven films represent the very best of what's available on British television right now.
