Browse the full Channel 5 TV guide for Wednesday, 21 October 2026. 46 programmes listed , including 8 tonight. UK listings updated daily — scroll down to tonight's highlights or use the day tabs above to browse the weekly schedule.
Early Morning
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00:35 25m
Cops
S33 · E19 · Anger ManagementAn alleged burglar claims his sack full of money is a gift from his grandmotherAn alleged burglar claims his sack full of money is a gift from his grandmother. The discovery of a pink bandana leads deputies to question a suspect's story -
01:00 2h
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03:00 50m
Mary Celeste: Solving the Mystery
Documentary examining the mystery of one of the world's most enigmatic shipsFor more than 150 years, the mystery of the 'ghost ship' Mary Celeste has baffled the world. Why was a perfectly sound ship apparently abandoned mid-voyage? What happened to its crew? Conspiracy theories have pointed to pirates, mutiny and sea monsters, but now, science can provide a definitive answer. At the heart of this film is a large-scale lab experiment led by chemist Dr Andrea Sella, revealing how a powerful but non-destructive explosion, caused by leaking alcohol cargo, could have terrified the crew into abandoning ship -
03:50 50m
Spain with Michael Portillo
S1 · E5 · MallorcaMichael travels to MallorcaMichael travels to Mallorca, starting in the capital Palma, where he heads to the top of its cathedral. Later he goes to the north, once almost cut off from the rest of Mallorca by the towering Tramontana mountains. With the help of a new road tunnel, Michael reveals how the beautiful town of Soller made its fortune from selling citrus fruit to the French during the 19th and 20th centuries -
04:40 45m
The Cruise: Fun-Loving Brits at Sea
S1 · E14 · MarseilleIt is day four, and the Regal Princess has arrived in MarseilleIt is day four, and the Regal Princess has arrived in Marseille, gateway to the French Riviera. Wrexham publicans Beverley and Darren spend the morning exploring the city on a walking tour with a local guide before playing a few rounds of petanque -
05:25 10m
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Tim Rex in Space
S1 · E10 · Rocket RaceWhen Tommy enters his first Rocket Race, Tim does all he can to support his brotherTim does everything he can to support his brother Tommy as he enters his first ever Rocket Race -
05:50 10m
Tim Rex in Space
S1 · E11 · MagicTim tries to keep Tia distractedTim tries to keep Tia distracted when Tusky is in the washing machine
Morning
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06:00 5m
Peppa Pig
S6 · E25 · Buried TreasureMolly Mole finds buried treasureMolly Mole is digging in the garden with Peppa, George and Freddy Fox when she finds buried treasure -
06:05 5m
Peppa Pig
S6 · E27 · Valentine's DayOn Valentine's Day, Daddy Pig and Mummy Pig try to share cardsOn Valentine's Day, Daddy Pig gives Mummy Pig a card. However, the post hasn't arrived yet with Mummy's card to Daddy still to arrive -
06:10 5m
Tweedy & Fluff
S1 · E9 · The BootFluff climbs into a wellington boot looking for his beloved Whizzy ButtonFluff climbs into a wellington boot looking for his beloved Whizzy Button but can't get back out again -
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06:20 15m
Thomas & Friends
S21 · E11 · Unscheduled StopsBertie breaks downWhen Bertie breaks down, Thomas takes on his passengers. They keep requesting unscheduled stops, which makes him run late -
06:35 10m
Fireman Sam
S15 · E10 · Country Market ChaosChaos ensues at Pontypandy's first-ever country marketChaos ensues at Pontypandy's first-ever country market when Sarah and James try to outsell Mandy and Norman, causing apples to fly everywhere -
06:45 5m
Peppa Pig
S8 · E13 · IglooPeppa's family build an igloo for their snowmanIt's a snowy day and Peppa's family build an igloo for their snowman and they hide in it during a snowstorm, but Penny Polar Bear and her parents love snowstorms - and also igloos -
06:50 5m
Pip and Posy
S1 · E25 · Wizard's PicnicA wizard's picnic with the duo and their friends goes awryA wizard's picnic with the duo and their friends goes awry when they are successfully tempted to secretly eat Frankie's cupcakes -
06:55 15m
The Adventures of Paddington
S3 · E43 · Paddington's Special VisitorPaddington has a special visitorWho is Paddington's special visitor that Jonathan and Judy have helped come from afar? -
07:10 10m
Paw Patrol
S11 · E45 · Pups Save the Space KittiesHumdinger is mistaken for a real kittyHumdinger puts on a cat costume and is mistaken for a real kitty -
07:20 15m
Rubble & Crew
The Crew Builds a Giant Pup HouseA spooky movie keeps Rubble awakeWhen a spooky movie keeps Rubble awake, the pups come up with a construction solution so they can all go to sleep together -
07:35 5m
Peppa Pig
S3 · E49 · Edmond Elephant's BirthdayThe piglet and her friends help at a birthday partyThe piglet and her friends help at Edmond Elephant's birthday party, but the guests are hard to look after -
07:40 5m
Peppa Pig
S9 · E29 · Beaver DamBobby Beaver shows the families the beaver dam that his family have been buildingBobby Beaver shows the families the beaver dam that his family have been building. Peppa and Suzy are still looking for the magical forest fairies -
07:45 15m
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08:00 15m
Stan & Gran
S1 · E50 · The Birdfeeder BanditThe seed in Grandad's new bird feeder is disappearingThe seed in Grandad's new bird feeder is disappearing and Stan spies a mystery! Yet spotting the birdfeeder bandit is not easy -
08:15 10m
Paw Patrol
Pups Save the MoustacheThe Pups must help to find Mayor Humdinger's moustacheThe Pups must help to find Mayor Humdinger's moustache after he accidentally shaves it off before it's about to be on the cover of a magazine. -
08:25 15m
Milo
S1 · E33 · Milo the Secret AgentLofty, Milo and Lark are enlisted to protect the Royal CookbookLofty, Milo and Lark are enlisted to protect the Royal Cookbook from Crafty Mr Croc, and they end up trying to save Agent Stone too -
08:40 5m
Peppa Pig
S3 · E1 · Work and PlaySuzy and Peppa work in a shopSuzy and Peppa decide to work in a shop to be more like adults, but discover it is very tiring -
08:45 5m
Peppa Pig
S3 · E2 · The RainbowThe piglet spots a rainbowThe piglet and her family spot a rainbow while out driving -
08:50 5m
Peppa Pig
S3 · E4 · The LibraryDaddy Pig returns a library bookDaddy Pig realises he has kept a library book for too long, so the family returns it and chooses another to read -
08:55 10m
Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom
S2 · E40 · Redbeard's RainbowCaptain Squid has difficulty hiding his treasureCaptain Squid thinks that rainbows are a pirate's best friend - until he has difficulty hiding his treasure -
09:05 10m
Tim Rex's Top 5
S1 · E3 · Rules to RememberTim's top five list of rules to rememberJust like dinos, words of wisdom come in all shapes and sizes! Here is Tim's top five list of rules to remember -
09:15 2h 15m
Jeremy Vine
The broadcaster discusses the issues of the dayThe broadcaster and guests discuss the issues of the day, with phone-ins and viewers' correspondence -
11:30 1h 15m
Storm & Alexis
Discussion and debateDiscussion and debate, presented by Storm Huntley and Alexis Conran
Daytime
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12:45 5m
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12:50 1h 30m
Matt Allwright
Debate on the day's biggest storiesDebate on the day's biggest stories, and consumer advice to help viewers save money -
14:20 1h 40m
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16:00 1h
Bargain-Loving Brits in the Sun
S14 · E18Wayne and Des endeavour to raise funds for a variety of charities close to their heartWayne and Des endeavour to raise funds for a variety of charities close to their heart with an annual calendar - with a difference! -
17:00 1h
Tonight's Highlights
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18:00 55m
Cornwall: A Year by the Sea
S2 · E9In St Ives, artist Iona leads a landscape painting masterclassIn St Ives, local artist Iona leads a landscape painting masterclass inspired by the scenery that captivated generations of artists. In Marazion, competitors take on the demanding Kernowman 70.3 Triathlon against the backdrop of St Michael's Mount. Families join a Wavehunters sea safari in search of Cornwall's rare breeding puffins, while surfing brothers Billy and Finn explore rock pools and share the county's remarkable marine wildlife online -
18:55 5m
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19:00 55m
Fare Dodgers: At War with the Law
S2 · E1Investigators search for a suspect who has avoided more than 200 faresDocumentary following Transport for London's revenue protection teams, highlighting the work of frontline enforcement officers and undercover investigators fighting against the estimated 125,000 passengers who dodge fares across the city every day. Investigators go on the trail of a fare dodger they suspect has avoided paying for more than 200 journeys and officers monitor Hounslow trains, a hot spot for fare evasion -
19:55 5m
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20:00 1h
Murder Scene: The Incident Room
S3 · E4 · Cop KillerThe death of 29-year-old Police Special Constable Nisha Patel-NasriInvestigating the death of 29-year-old Police Special Constable Nisha Patel-Nasri, who was found fatally wounded outside her own home in North London just before midnight. As detectives retraced Nisha's final hours, they uncovered hidden tensions, troubling connections and a web of relationships stretching far beyond her quiet suburban street -
21:00 1h
Cause of Death
S4 · E4Investigating the death of 24-year-old Michael Lees-MaddockInvestigating the case of 24-year-old Michael Lees-Maddock in Leyland, Lancashire, who was found collapsed in his bedroom with no obvious explanation for his death. Also, the case of a man found dead in a field nearby Rivington in suspicious circumstances, with no identification, no obvious witnesses and heavy rain having potentially destroyed crucial evidence -
22:00 1h 5m
Murder in Shetland: Trial by Jury
S1 · E1Following the eight-day trial of Aren Pearson for the murder of Claire LevequePart one of two. When 24-year-old Canadian Claire Leveque travelled to Scotland's remote Shetland Islands to be with her boyfriend, she believed she was beginning an exciting adventure, but within months she was dead. This programme take viewers inside the courtroom, follows the eight-day murder trial of Aren Pearson that laid bare the final moments of Claire's life in February 2024. Through testimony, archive and intimate family access, this is a gripping account of love, control and isolation -
23:05 1h
Murder in Shetland: Trial by Jury
S1 · E2Part two of two. The accused prepares to give his account to the courtPart two of two. After a week of evidence for the prosecution, attention turns to the defence, as the accused prepares to give his account to the court. Aren Pearson takes to the witness stand to give evidence in his own defence, denying responsibility for the killing of his girlfriend Claire Leveque. However, he faces intense questioning from the Crown as further evidence is presented in court