We’re laying bare one of Britain’s most infamous cold cases in the three-part Sky Original documentary series The Essex Murders: Who Killed Goldfinger? And for those about to rock, we salute you! Never Mind the Buzzcocks is back. Only on Sky and NOW.
While we make every effort to ensure details are correct at the time of publication (Thursday 18 September) all dates are subject to amendment and may be moved in the schedule prior to final exchange.
The Essex Murders: Who Killed Goldfinger?
Part 1 of 3
On June 24th, 2015, one of Britain’s most notorious criminals, John “Goldfinger” Palmer was found dead in his Essex garden. While police originally believed he died of natural causes, they eventually confirmed the case was being treated as a professional hit. 28 years earlier, Palmer had been acquitted for his part in the infamous Brink’s-Mat robbery, where he melted down millions worth of gold from the £26 million raid to sell on. He amassed a fortune so big, at one point he was ranked alongside the Queen in the Sunday Times Rich List but was finally jailed for timeshare fraud in 2001. As the 10th anniversary of his unsolved murder approaches, this new series re-examines his life and death, featuring exclusive testimony from some of Palmer’s closest associates and family members, speaking for the first time. Private investigations firm TMEye – fresh from reinvestigating the Essex Boys murder case, which assisted in launching the CCRC to review the convictions – will lead viewers on a hunt spanning multiple countries.
Saturday 4 October 21.00 Sky Documentaries & NOW – All episodes available
Never Mind the Buzzcocks
Series 5, episode 1
Drop a beat and start humming that intro… Never Mind the Buzzcocks is back for series five! Host Greg Davies returns as the ringmaster of rock n’ roll, joined by team captains Noel Fielding and Sophie Willan, regular panellist Jamali Maddix, and, back by popular demand, special themed episodes featuring guest captains. On the playlist this time are episodes devoted to the 80s, 90s and, fresh from the summer of Oasis, a battle between Britpop and Madchester, featuring guest captains Pepsi & Shirlie, Melanie Blatt, and the forever chaotic Bez. Among the other guests providing back-up vocals this series will be Matt Goss, PinkPantheress, Boyzone, Jamie Demetriou, Tom Grennan, Jessie J, Sam Ryder, Tinie Tempah, Debbie Gibson and every member of 5ive acting as a single entity.
In our opening episode, actor Jamie Demetriou, singer PinkPantheress and The Kooks’ Luke Pritchard will be joining Sophie, Noel, Jamali and Greg for a classic Buzzcocks melee.
Tuesday 7 October 21.00 Sky Max & NOW – New episodes weekly
Saturday Night Live
Season 51, episode 1
Get ready for a fresh batch of hosts and musical guests… Live from New York, it’s Saturday Night! Stretching into its second half-century, the US late-night comedy institution returns to Sky ahead of the launch of the highly anticipated UK edition next year. Last season saw high profile names like Scarlett Johansson, Jean Smart, Ariana Grande, Michael Keaton, Charli XCX, Chris Rock, Martin Short, Jack Black and Lady Gaga all take on the mantle of host, while mega artists including Bad Bunny, Chappell Roan, Jelly Roll, Coldplay, Billie Eilish, and Elton John all provided musical support.
Sunday 5 October 21.00 Sky Comedy & NOW – New episodes weekly
Forensics: Catching the Killer
Series 5, episode 1
A look at how forensic science can help police solve serious crimes where the truth seems impossible to uncover. As the various twists and turns of each case unfold, the role of forensic science in providing answers is highlighted and examined.
Thursday 9 October 21.00 Sky Crime & NOW – New episodes weekly
GROW
GROW is a heart-warming tale of pumpkins, sabotage, and unlikely family bonds. A no-nonsense farmer in the self-proclaimed ‘Pumpkin Capital of the World’ takes in her estranged niece Charlie, who decides to enter the local pumpkin growing competition. As Charlie uses her unusual plant powers to nurture her pumpkin “Peter”, she grows closer to the town, the farm, and her new way of life. Starring Golda Rosheuvel (Bridgerton), Nick Frost (Harry Potter, How To Train Your Dragon), Priya-Rose Brookwell (The Lazarus Project), Dominic McLaughlin (HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter series), Jane Horrocks (Bloods), Jeremy Swift (Ted Lasso), Joe Wilkinson (After Life), Tim McInnerny (Gladiator II), Alan Carr (Nativity!), Kathryn Drysdale (Bridgerton), Fisayo Akinade (Heartstopper) and Sharon Rooney (My Mad Fat Diary).
Available from Friday 10 October Sky Cinema Premiere & NOW
Code 3
A pair of overworked, underpaid paramedics face a wild 24-hour shift when one quits and must train his rookie replacement. What begins as a routine day spirals into a chaotic ride full of emergencies, absurd encounters, and unexpected truths about life on the front lines. Starring Rainn Wilson (The Office US) and Lil Rel Howery (Get Out).
Available from Saturday 4 October Sky Cinema Premiere & NOW
It Feeds
A young girl insists that a malevolent entity is feeding on her, and her anguished father desperately struggles to protect his own daughter. To save the girl before she is consumed completely, a clairvoyant therapist must confront her own personal demons. Supernatural horror starring Ashley Greene (Twilight) and Shawn Ashmore (X-Men: Days of Future Past).
Available from Sunday 5 October Sky Cinema Premiere & NOW
Brassic
Skool Reunion – Season 7, episode 3
A school reunion transports the gang back to their past. Ronnie comes face to face with his old bully and dreams of revenge. But be careful what you wish for… he unwittingly makes a deal with a psycho ex-classmate, Bruno. Before long there’s a missing person and all fingers are pointing at Ronnie.
Thursday 9 October 22.00 Sky Max & NOW – New episodes weekly
Romesh: Can’t Knock the Hustle
Self-Improvement – Part 3 of 4
Romesh celebrates his body with a Korean photoshoot, visits a Shaman and experiences a ritual that leaves him shaken. On Vancouver Island he heads to a male wilding retreat where he gets up close and personal with fellow men, while in Arizona he meets a man on a mission to live as long as possible. Finally, he tries his hand at being in a Tamil movie to see if beauty and health is a matter of perspective.
Tuesday 7 October 21.45 Sky Max & NOW – All episodes available
Peacemaker
Full Nelson – Season 2, episode 8
Season two of Peacemaker follows Christopher “Chris” Smith, aka Peacemaker, the vigilante superhero as he struggles to reconcile his past with his newfound sense of purpose while continuing to kick righteous evil-doer butt in his misguided quest for peace at any cost.
Friday 10 October 22.00 Sky Max & NOW – New episodes weekly
SWAT
Deep Cover- Season 8, episode 12
While working undercover for 20-Squad, Alfaro encounters associates from a previous undercover case in Long Beach, embarking on a dangerous mission that stirs up unresolved issues from the past.
Sunday 5 October 21.00 Sky Max & NOW – New episodes weekly
Task
Season 1, episode 5
Set in the working-class suburbs of Philadelphia, FBI agent Tom (Mark Ruffalo) heads a Task Force to put an end to a string of violent robberies led by an unsuspecting family man Robbie (Tom Pelphrey).