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This page previews upcoming TV and Radio Programmes, mostly in Ireland and the UK.

This is for information purposes only and does not imply recommendation unless clearly stated otherwise.


Some of the material is available live or for catchup/download/podcast/streaming from the websites/apps of the relevant broadcaster.

Note: All times and dates are accurate at time of posting, but broadcasters can make changes so it's a good idea to double check in the daily papers/teletext etc. Watch also for regional variations, especially on BBC. The Irish channels, and EWTN can be watched online and through their various apps. EWTN is also available on most satellite services.

 

THE SIMPSONS
Channel 4 Sat 5 July 9.25 am
I'm Goin' to Praiseland: Ned opens a Christian amusement park, but is disappointed when the tame religious attractions prove unpopular. But then visitors start to have visions. (S12 Ep19/21)

Father Brown
RTE One Sun 6 July 9:35 am        
The Passing Bell: A new musical director for the bellringers of St Mary's leads to discord, disharmony and the blood-curdling sound of murder.            Ser 7 Ep 2

Film: HIDDEN FIGURES
Film 4 Sun 6 July 4.25 pm, and Thurs 10 6.30 pm
(2016) Oscar-nominated fact-based drama about three extraordinary women, who made a significant contribution to the space race. Themes of racism and misogyny. Religion presented positively. Edited for content pre-watershed.

In Concert
EWTN Mon 6:00 AM
21st International Festival of Sacred Music and Art - Andrea Mannucci’s Universal Vespers, inspired by Pope Francis’ 2020 prayer in an empty St. Peter’s Square. Directed by Claude Villaret at the Basilica of St. John Lateran in Rome.

The Quest for Shakespeare
EWTN Mon 7 July 10.30 pm
His Father's Will: Popular biographer Joseph Pearce continues his quest for the real Shakespeare with a look at the evidence that he was raised in a staunchly Catholic home.