A quick round up of what's new this week on 主播大秀 iPlayer, programmes that are about to become unavailable, plus some hidden gems you might have missed.
The Young Offenders
New series of the coming of age adventures of loveable rogues Conor and Jock. With the boys now expelled from school, and newest family member baby Star to care for, they must find their way as young adults and learn to support their unconventional family unit. Full series available as a box set from Sunday 19 July, and series 1 and 2 are available now.
The First Night Of The Proms
In the year that the Proms turns 125 years old, and to mark Beethoven’s 250th birthday, the 主播大秀 Grand Virtual Orchestra – comprising over 300 musicians from the 主播大秀 orchestras and choirs – will kick off a very different Proms season by performing an original reworking of Beethoven’s nine symphonies, created by Iain Farrington. Available from Sunday 19 July.
Race Revolution? Britain After George Floyd
George Floyd’s killing in the U.S state of Minnesota is forcing us all to ask questions about the scale of racism in our communities and explore what can be done to eliminate it for good. Daniel Henry follows the Black Lives Matter campaign in the UK, as the country is forced to look again at its record on race. Available from Wednesday 22 July.
Dear NHS Superstars
Dear NHS Superstars is a collection of often deeply personal stories from some of Britain’s best loved stars to celebrate the incredible people who work for the NHS. Writer, comedian, and former doctor, Adam Kay will guide us through the programme which will cover everything life can throw at us, from cradle to grave. Available from Thursday 23 July.
MOTD Live: Manchester United vs Chelsea
Coverage of England's premier football cup competition, the sport's oldest contest. It’s the semi- finals, with Manchester United taking on Chelsea live from Wembley Stadium. Live on 主播大秀 iPlayer Sunday 19 July.
Who Do You Think You Are?
The 主播大秀 favourite series in which celebrities trace their ancestry, discovering secrets and surprises from their past. Series 11 – 16 will be available in full, including stars like Daniel Radcliffe, Oivia Colman, Julie Walters and an unforgettable episode with Danny Dyer. Series 11-16 box set available from Thursday 16 July.
Looking For Alaska
US teen drama. After an unexpected tragedy, Miles and his new friends attempt to make sense of what they’ve been through. Box set available now.
W1A
Comedy follow up to Twenty Twelve. Former Olympic head of deliverance Ian Fletcher now has a job as the 主播大秀's head of values. Full box set of series 1-3 available now.
Glow Up: Britain's Next Make-up Star
Who glows and who goes? Amazing transformations and stunning creations from aspiring artists competing to become Britain's next make-up star. With Stacey Dooley. Full series box set of series 1-2 available now.
The Shining
Stanley Kubrick’s horror masterpiece. Aspiring writer and recovering alcoholic Jack Torrance takes on the job of winter caretaker at the remote Overlook Hotel, but his psychically gifted son Danny has visions of the terrifying ordeal that lies ahead for the family. Starring Jack Nicholson and Shelley Duvall. Streaming from Friday 24 July.
The Duchess
18th-century drama based on the tumultuous life of the duchess of Devonshire, a bright, popular aristocrat who is trapped in a failed marriage and has to face personal conflicts. Starring Keira Knightley. Streaming on iPlayer from Saturday 18 July.
For A Few Dollars More
Classic spaghetti western, starring Clint Eastwood. When two bounty hunters find themselves after the same notorious bandit, they make an uneasy alliance to collect the $10,000 reward. Streaming from Friday 24 July.
Short Term 12
Powerful, uplifting human drama starring Brie Larsen. Calm and competent, Grace is a young counsellor at a California care unit for at- risk teens. However, even her cool facade begins to crack in the pressure cooker atmosphere as she and some of the unruly residents are reminded of past and present abuses. Streaming from Saturday 18 July.
Selma
Biopic chronicling the three-month period in 1965 which saw Dr Martin Luther King Jr lead a turbulent march from Selma to Montgomery in a bid to secure equal voting rights. Starring David Oyelowo. Available until Monday 20 July.
A Tribute To Dame Vera Lynn
A tribute celebrating the life and work of Dame Vera Lynn. With footage first recorded to celebrate her 100th birthday and a new introduction by her daughter Virginia, it includes exclusive access to Dame Vera as she watches home movies and videos from the past with her daughter. Available until Saturday 18 July.
I Am Not Your Negro
Narrated entirely in the words of James Baldwin, through both personal appearances and the text of his final unfinished book project, this film touches on the lives and assassinations of Malcolm X, Martin Luther King Jr and Medgar Evers. The film brings powerful clarity to how the images and reality of black lives in America today are fabricated and enforced. Available until Monday 20 July.
Philomena
Film drama recounting the true story of Philomena Lee who, decades after being forced to give up her infant son, enlists the help of an investigative journalist to track him down. Starring Dame Judi Dench and Steve Coogan. Available until Tuesday 21 July.