Sky presents a three-part series detailing the shocking death of Katie Simpson, a promising young showjumper, which devastated the horse community in Northern Ireland, exposing hypocrisy, secrets and violence under the surface of a seemingly perfect and privileged world. Death of a Showjumper begins this week on Sky Documentaries and NOW.
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Death of a Showjumper
Episode 1: Secrets and Silence / Episode 2: Undercover Investigators
When Katie Simpson died unexpectedly in 2020, the majority of the horse community accepted that she had taken her own life but a local journalist questioned the official conclusion. Katie’s death triggered a memory of an old case she covered, a case with too many similarities to Katie’s. At the centre of her suspicions was Katie’s sister’s partner, an influential champion showjumper, jockey and horse trainer, Jonathan Creswell.
Now, in this new three-part documentary series told by the investigators, Katie’s friends and family, and Jonathan Creswell’s circle, the series reveals how a secret investigation ended in a high stakes murder trial with an ending that no one expected. Featuring their personal accounts of the events that led up to Katie’s death and after it, the series gives unparalleled insight into a disturbing story of violence and coercive control within a tight knit sporting community.
Wednesday 16 July 21.00 Sky Documentaries & NOW – All episodes available
My Mom Jayne
Mariska Hargitay (better known as Captain Olivia Benson in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit) was three years old when her mother, Jayne Mansfield, tragically died in a car accident at the age of 34. The film follows Mariska as she seeks to know, understand, and embrace her mother for the first time. Through intimate interviews and a collection of never-before-seen photos and home movies, she grapples with her mother’s public and private legacy and discovers the layers and depth of who Jayne was, not only to her audience but to those who were closest to her.
Saturday 12 July 21.00 Sky Documentaries & NOW
Stories from Tate Britain
Part 1 of 2
Having explored the collections of the National Portrait Gallery and the National Gallery, Kate Bryan goes behind the scenes at Tate Britain. The collection includes works by some of the most celebrated artists in British culture, from William Blake to Chris Ofili, as well as an astonishing archive.
In part one, Kate finds out about the origins of Tate Britain and the development of modern art in Britain. Kate begins her journey by meeting director Maria Balshaw to hear about the different Tate sites and how they interconnect. She explores the life and work of William Blake before discovering the woman behind the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, Elizabeth Siddal. A look at JMW Turner’s late works leads Kate into the 1900s and an exploration of early century pioneers like Gwen John and Walter Sickert.
Wednesday 16 July 21.00 Sky Arts & NOW – New episodes weekly
Juror #2
Juror #2 follows family man Justin Kemp (Nicholas Hoult) who, while serving as a juror in a high profile murder trial, finds himself struggling with a serious moral dilemma… one he could use to sway the jury verdict and potentially convict – or free – the accused killer.
Available from Friday 18 July Sky Cinema Premiere & NOW
Sew Torn
Barbara Duggen, ‘The Mobile Seamstress’, is struggling to keep her fabric shop alive. After a botched sewing appointment sets her on a quest to replace her client’s lost button, she unexpectedly stumbles upon a drug deal gone bad. Faced with two downed motorcyclists, guns, and a briefcase – Barbara is completely torn. She is forced to pick between three choices: commit the perfect crime, call the police, or drive away. The narrative presents the repercussions of all three decisions, and the deadly confrontations that result from each as she gets entangled with the case’s owner. Using thread to free herself, Barbara stops at nothing to save her store.
Available from Saturday 12 July Sky Cinema Premiere & NOW
Running on Empty
Keir Gilchrist, Lucy Hale, Francesca Eastwood and comic legend Jim Gaffigan star in a brilliantly quirky romantic comedy about celebrating life and living it to its fullest. Mortimer is an odd but clever young man living a lukewarm existence in California’s San Fernando Valley until he receives some life-changing news. Determined to make the most of every day, Mort sets out on a spirited quest to find meaning in his existence and discovers the girl of his dreams along the way.
Available from Sunday 13 July Sky Cinema Premiere & NOW
The Walking Dead: Dead City
Another S****y Lesson – Season 2, episode 2
Maggie begins a treacherous journey back to the island; Negan reluctantly joins the fight.
Thursday 17 July 21.00 Sky Max & NOW – New episodes weekly
Creature Commandos
Cheers to the Tin Man / Chasing Squirrels – Season 1, episode 3 & 4
When the Creature Commandos arrive at the manor to save the Bride and Nina, GI Robot relives his glory days in the war and beyond and finally gets his wish.
Then, The team return home to find what makes Circe tick; Weasel ponders how he ended up in Belle Reve.
Tuesday 15 July 22.00 Sky Max & NOW – New episodes weekly
The Gilded Age
Season 3, episode 4
From Oscar® and Emmy® winner Julian Fellowes, this sprawling period drama chronicles the conflict between old and new in New York City’s glittering Gilded Age. In Season 3, ambition and scandal collide as the Russells take their place at the head of society, the van Rhijn household is thrown into chaos, and both Marian and Peggy strike up new romances.
Monday 14 July 21.00 Sky Atlantic & NOW – New episodes weekly
And Just Like That…
Season 3, episode 8
From executive producer Michael Patrick King, And Just Like That… continues to follow Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte, Seema, and LTW as they navigate the complicated reality of life, love, sex, and friendship in their 50s in New York City.
Friday 18 July 21.00 Sky Comedy & NOW – New episodes weekly
The Rookie
The Mickey – Season 7, episode 7
On Celina’s last day as a rookie, John gives her one final test; Bailey makes a new friend; Lucy places her faith in Seth for an undercover assignment.
Tuesday 15 July 21.00 Sky Witness & NOW – New episodes Weekly
Elsbeth
Finance Bros- Season 2, episode 10
When a Wall Street titan (Alan Ruck) is murdered after giving away his fortune, Elsbeth suspects the victim’s twin brother and business partner (also Alan Ruck) in a deadly case of sibling rivalry. Meanwhile, the Van Ness case continues to cause trouble for Elsbeth.
Monday 14 July 21.00 Sky Witness & NOW – New episodes Weekly
Chicago FIre
Relief Cut- Season 13, episode 12
Herrmann investigates the rise in missing fire hydrants and teams up with Kylie to track them down. Kidd’s cousin comes to town, revealing surprising family history. Violet and Novak treat the victim of a birthday cake smash gone awry.
Friday 18 July 21.00 Sky Witness & NOW – New episodes Weekly