As ever, there\u2019s a lot going on this week, not least over on Disney+, where there are two new series \u2013 one an intriguing-looking Swedish period piece, To Cook A Bear, and the other starring Patricia Arquette and based on a podcast. Also, look out for Niamh Algar and Tom Hollander in The Iris Affair, from Luther creator, Neil Cross. Enjoy!<\/p>\n
1 Blue Lights *NEW UK PREMIERE EPISODE*
S3 E3\/6
Grace and Shane push boundaries for Lindsay\u2019s sake as a threat closes in. Aisling and Tommy respond to a call-out where things are not as they seem, with unexpected consequences.
Monday 13th October, 9pm, BBC One<\/p>\n
2 Task *NEW UK PREMIERE EPISODE*
S1 E6\/7
The task force, Dark Hearts and Robbie converge in the woods, leading to a dramatic showdown with far-reaching consequences for all involved. In the aftermath, Tom turns his attention back to his now fragmented team as the FBI launches an investigation.
Monday 13th October, 9pm, Sky Atlantic<\/p>\n
3 The Hack *NEW UK PREMIERE EPISODE*
S1 E4\/7
DCS Dave Cook is dragged back into another reinvestigation of Daniel Morgan\u2019s murder after new intelligence comes to light forcing him to work with an unlikely ally from within the tabloids in the form of The Sun journalist Mike Sullivan, whose articles bring forward another new lead. As the caseload increases, Dave\u2019s marriage becomes strained, his health suffers, and he believes he might again be under surveillance as he pushes to get the case across the line.
Wednesday 15th October, 9pm, ITV1<\/p>\n
4 Slow Horses *NEW UK PREMIERE EPISODE*
S5\u00a0E4\/6
Flyte sets out to find Roddy\u2019s girlfriend. The gang is dispatched to two different campaign events to prevent another attack.
Wednesday 15th October Apple TV+<\/p>\n
5 Frauds *NEW UK PREMIERE EPISODES*
S1 E4&5\/6
Just when the gang is on a high and heist preparation is at full throttle, an unforeseen disaster derails Sam and Bert\u2019s plans, meaning they have to adapt to achieve the seemingly impossible.\u00a0
Monday 13th and Sunday 19th October, 9pm, ITV1<\/p>\n
6\u00a0Nine Bodies In A Mexican Morgue *NEW UK PREMIERE EPISODE*
S1 E4\/6
The deadly secret hidden in Flight CBZ517 is discovered, but it still doesn\u2019t explain the murders or help the survivors escape. The passengers believe they have found the traitor in the group, but are they right?
Saturday 18th October, 9.20pm, BBC One<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
7 To Cook A Bear *NEW UK PREMIERE SERIES*
S1 E1-6\/6
Northern Sweden, 1852. A new pastor (Gustaf Skarsg\u00e5rd) and his family arrive in the isolated village of Kengis. With a strong belief in justice and change, he challenges the local elite but faces resistance as his fiery sermons ignite hope for a better life among the poor farmers. At the same time, the village is shaken by disappearances and frightening rumours of bear attacks. When the pastor and his S\u00e1mi foster son, Jussi, lead the search, they make a horrific discovery that creates deep rifts in the village\u2019s fragile community. The pastor is drawn into a dangerous battle, where forbidden love, power struggles, and brutal acts push the village toward a violent reckoning where no one is safe. What are the villagers willing to do to protect themselves, and where does the line between justice and vengeance lie?
Wednesday 15th October, Disney+ <\/p>\n
8 The Intruder (L\u2019intruse)\u00a0*NEW UK PREMIERE EPISODES* *LAST IN SERIES*
S1 E3&4\/4
Paula is arrested on suspicion of murder, and J\u00e9r\u00f4me decides he wants a divorce after discovering some long-held secrets, while Tess continues to weave her web in the family home.
Saturday 18th October, 9pm, BBC Four<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
9 The Iris Affair *NEW UK PREMIERE SERIES*
S1 E1\/8
When enigmatic genius Iris Nixon cracks a string of complex online puzzles, she is led to a piazza in Florence, where she meets charismatic entrepreneur Cameron Beck. He invites her to work with him to unlock a powerful and top-secret piece of technology.\u00a0
Thursday 16th October, 9pm, Sky Atlantic<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
10 Murdaugh: Death in the Family *NEW UK PREMIERE SERIES*
S1 E1-3\/8
Inspired by the Murdaugh family scandal and the popular podcast, the series follows the powerful legal dynasty as their life unravels after their son Paul is involved in a fatal boat crash, and other mysterious deaths begin to surface. The series will launch with three episodes, followed by one new episode each week.\u00a0
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