Channel 4 TV Guide — Friday

Browse the full Channel 4 TV guide for Friday, 28 August 2026. 31 programmes listed , including 5 tonight. UK listings updated daily — scroll down to tonight's highlights or use the day tabs above to browse the weekly schedule.

Early Morning

00:00 55m

Crime Scene Cleaners

S1 · E7

A woman is found unconscious in a blood-drenched Florida bedroom

A woman is found unconscious in a blood-drenched Florida bedroom, while in Louisiana, a man's body has been decomposing for weeks in stifling heat. Is his demise linked to a stash of hidden cash? Across the pond in Somerset, discarded drug needles pose a risk to the public

00:55 50m

Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA

S1 · E8 · Finn McCool's

An Irish pub hampered by family feuds

The fiery chef tries to change the fortunes of Finn McCool's, a traditional Irish pub in the Hamptons, New York. The chances of the establishment becoming a success are being ruined by the owner Buddy Mazzio's two sons, bartender Jason and chef Brian, who are constantly fighting with each other, prompting Gordon to have a heart-to-heart with the family

01:45 55m

Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives

S1 · E6

Trewley's sister Pearly tries on wedding dresses

Trewley's sister Pearly tries on fairytale wedding dresses as she plans a big gypsy wedding. Trewley rebels against traditional Gypsy roles by going on a date, and she faces a moral dilemma over a six-figure influencer deal

02:40 1h 35m

Underwater

Action, Horror, Science Fiction, Thriller Film ★ 6.3

Sci-fi thriller, starring Kristen Stewart

★ Cast & Info

04:15 25m

A Place in the Sun

2023: Costa Blanca

Jean Johansson goes looking for a retirement home in Spain's Costa Blanca

Jean Johansson helps couple Vicky and Carl, who always planned to move to Spain for their retirement, to find the perfect holiday home on the southern Costa Blanca

04:40 15m

Sunday Brunch

Tim Lovejoy and Simon Rimmer chat to astronaut Tim Peake

Tim Lovejoy and Simon Rimmer chat to astronaut Tim Peake, in a highlight from Sunday Brunch

04:55 55m

Couples Come Dine with Me

S3 · E11

Three couples from Reading compete for the cash prize of £1,000

Three couples from Reading compete to host the best dinner party. Upstanding couple Liz and David kick off the competition with a menu replicating the first food they ever cooked together. However, prank-loving guests Jo and Steve take centre stage as talk around the table turns a bit 'alternative'. On fashion models Franky and Charli's night, Liz proves to be the wildcard as she reveals how much she's researched their online portfolios. On the final night, Jo cannot stomach what's on her and Steve's own menu. However, it remains to be seen who will walk away with the cash prize of £1,000

05:50 40m

Countdown

With Richie Anderson in Dictionary Corner

Colin Murray hosts the words-and-numbers game, with Rachel Riley and Susie Dent, and Richie Anderson in Dictionary Corner

Morning

06:30 25m

The King of Queens

S3 · E14 · Paint Misbehavin'

The gang goes paintballing. Ricki Lake guest stars

The gang goes paintballing to celebrate Deacon's birthday, but Doug feels insecure when he learns Carrie finds Deacon attractive. Richie reveals his feelings for Stephanie, and a new arrival in the neighbourhood starts taking the game far too seriously. Ricki Lake and Eric Roberts guest star

06:55 25m

The King of Queens

S3 · E15 · Deacon Blues

Deacon lies to his wife

Doug learns Deacon has lied to his wife about a relationship with a female acquaintance, and Carrie questions her marriage due to her husband's views on cheating. Comedy, starring Kevin James, Leah Remini and Victor Williams

07:20 25m

The King of Queens

S3 · E16 · Horizontal Hold

Carrie wonders about her marriage

Deacon and Kelly's separation makes Carrie wonder about her own marriage - and prompts her to devise a new method of resolving disputes with Doug. Meanwhile, Arthur dates a woman who claims she once went out with Frank Sinatra. Comedy, starring Kevin James, Jerry Stiller and Leah Remini

07:45 25m

Everybody Loves Raymond

S2 · E6 · Anniversary

Ray discovers his parents planned to divorce when he was a child

Ray is shocked to discover his parents planned to divorce when he was a child, and only stayed together to help him recover from an accident. Tormented by the thought they have never really been happy together, he begins to blame himself for all the misery in their marriage

08:10 30m

Everybody Loves Raymond

S2 · E7 · Working Late Again

Ray is persuaded to work from home

Debra worries that Ray is happier at work than at home and persuades him to set up an office in the house, but things do not turn out as she planned

08:40 30m

Everybody Loves Raymond

S2 · E8 · The Children's Book

Debra starts writing a children's book

Debra decides to have a go at writing a children's book, but makes the mistake of asking Ray to help - little realising his competitive streak will jeopardise the entire project. Ray Romano stars

09:10 30m

Frasier

S7 · E15 · Out with Dad

Martin pretends he is gay

An unlikely sequence of events culminates in Martin pretending to be gay on Valentine's Day. Comedy, starring Kelsey Grammer and John Mahoney

09:40 30m

Frasier

S7 · E16 · Something About Dr Mary

A temporary call-screener steals the show

A temporary call-screener steals the show with her own brand of no-nonsense advice, leaving Frasier feeling insecure. Comedy, starring Kelsey Grammer

10:10 30m

Frasier

S7 · E17 · Whine Club

Niles competes against Frasier

Niles' girlfriend Mel persuades him to compete against Frasier for the honour of becoming cork master at a local wine club, causing friction in the Crane household. Comedy, starring Kelsey Grammer and David Hyde Pierce

10:40 30m

Frasier

S7 · E18 · Hot Pursuit

Roz and Frasier share a room

Martin helps trap an unfaithful husband, while Roz and Frasier attend a conference on behalf of the radio station, and find themselves with no choice but to share a room. Comedy, starring Kelsey Grammer and Peri Gilpin

11:10 55m

Ramsay's 24 Hours to Hell and Back

S1 · E4 · Sherman's Restaurant

Gordon Ramsay tries to improve a family owned restaurant in Mississippi

Gordon travels to Greenville, Mississippi, to save fine dining establishment Sherman's Restaurant, which has been a presence in the town for 30 years. The chef and his team have just 24 hours to revamp the premises, clean and renovate the kitchen and introduce a new menu featuring update versions of the restaurant's staple dishes, working around the clock to teach the staff how to prepare them

Daytime

12:05 5m

Channel 4 News Summary

Channel 4's midday news summary

12:10 1h

Find It, Fix It, Flog It

S7 · E3

Simon O'Brien and Henry Cole search for unloved items in north Wales

Simon O'Brien and Henry Cole are in north Wales to meet Emma, whose father ran a haulage and motor repair business, to see what unloved items they can restore

13:10 1h

The Great House Giveaway

S3 · E5

A designer and a painter and decorator take on a Derbyshire property

In Somercotes, Derbyshire, Simon O'Brien pairs designer Jaspal with painter and decorator Chantelle. They are given six months to transform a property

14:10 50m

Countdown

With Richie Anderson in Dictionary Corner

Colin Murray hosts the words-and-numbers game, with Rachel Riley and Susie Dent, and Richie Anderson in Dictionary Corner

15:00 1h

A Place in the Sun

2024: Costa del Sol, Spain

Sara Damergi helps Rebecca from Doncaster find a home on the Costa del Sol

Sara Damergi helps Rebecca from Doncaster find her dream holiday home so that she can live the high life on the western Costa del Sol. Coming along to help with the search is her best friend and former colleague Sophia. Working within a budget of £140,000, Sara lines up five apartments for Rebecca to consider

16:00 1h

The Great B&B Challenge

S1 · E10

The second elimination day arrives

The second elimination day sees the hosts bid adieu to their final guests and prepare for the judges' verdict. The ups and downs of the week are put under the spotlight as the judges debate who deserves to make it to finals week and who's being sent home

17:00 1h

Chateau DIY

S4 · E25

Poor weather means Tim and Sasha must find a back-up plan to salvage a couple's big day

Bad weather threatens a wedding in the Languedoc region of France, forcing Tim and Sasha to find a back-up plan to salvage a couple's big day. At Château Domaine de La Barde, Tim and Krys race to get their cookery school ready in time for visitors, while at Château de Lassalle, tension brews for Christina and Sassan as they compromise over their new poolside kitchenette

Tonight's Highlights

18:00 1h

American Pickers

S9 · E1 · Like Father, Like Daughter

Mike Wolfe meets a retired auctioneer training his daughter to enter the trade

A retired auctioneer and his daughter know exactly how to get what they want, and they clearly have haggling in their blood. Meanwhile, Mike Wolfe keeps an eye on a 1930 corduroy convertible

19:00 1h

Channel 4 News

Including sport and weather

20:00 1h

Jimmy Doherty's Big Bear Rescue

S1 · E1

The farmer tries to relocate two polar bears from Sweden

The farmer and conservationist tries to relocate two polar bears from Sweden to his wildlife park in Suffolk, after the park they lived in was shut down. They can't be released into the wild as they've only ever lived in captivity and wouldn't survive. Jimmy and his team build Europe's largest polar bear reserve, while the polar bears' journey from Sweden goes well - until disaster strikes

21:00 1h 10m

The Murder Detective

S1 · E3

Jason Murphy makes his boldest move yet

After years of investigation, arrests and painstaking evidence-gathering, lead detective Jason Murphy is ready to make his boldest move yet. Convinced that those responsible for Lyra's murder reach far beyond the gunman, Murphy targets the figures who he believes sit at the heart of the organisation behind the attack. With unprecedented access to never-before-seen tactical operations, cameras capture the high-stakes effort to turn years of intelligence and evidence into charges. Murphy's team execute a series of coordinated arrests but are faced with a wall of silence. The investigation gathers momentum with a gripping and emotional finale to an extraordinary seven-year investigation

22:10 2h

The Big Fat Quiz of Telly

2026

With contestants including Harry Hill, Judi Love and Tom Allen

Jimmy Carr acts as quizmaster as Harry Hill, Judi Love, Tom Allen, Joanne McNally, Sam Campbell and Susan Wokoma compete to see who knows the most about past and present television shows. Charles Dance, the children of Mitchell Brook Primary School, and a host of celebrity question-setters help Jimmy to ask the big questions

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