Don’t miss a brilliant week of wall-to-wall entertainment across Virgin TV. Fans of 2010 post-apocalyptic horror drama The Walking Dead will be thrilled to see OG cast members Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira reprise their roles, for a new series in The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live on Sky Max.

Meanwhile, summer has officially arrived, because Love Island is back from Monday 3 June on ITV. Plus, kick off Pride Month with some fantastic new programmes including heartfelt BBC drama Lost Boys & Fairies and powerful documentary Striking With Pride: United At The Coalface.

With all this and more, plus our usual sport and movie picks of the week, you’ll never be short of entertainment across your Virgin TV channels. And don’t forget, with Virgin TV Go, you can take your telly on the move with you.

There’s so much good stuff on this week that we’ve compiled a list of the best TV shows to watch. Bookmark this page to keep up to date with the latest changes.

Wednesday 29 May

Pick of the day: The Misadventures Of Romesh Ranganathan

9pm, BBC Two HD (CH 102)

Travel restrictions mean we haven’t seen much of Romesh Ranganathan’s globetrotting adventures recently, but the BAFTA-winning show is back for a fourth (if you don’t count the lockdown “From My Sofa” episodes) and final series that takes our reluctant hero to southern Africa. Forthcoming episodes will see him in Rwanda and Madagascar, but this week he’s in Uganda for white-water rafting on the Nile, wildlife spotting in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and a banana gin tasting session. But it’s not all fun times, as he also speaks to a local LGBTQ+ activist facing oppressive new legislation.

What else to watch:

• Race Across The World: The Final – 9pm, BBC One HD (CH 101)
• The Gathering – 9pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)
• The Red King – 9pm, Alibi HD (CH 114)
• Hold The Front Page – 9pm, Sky Max HD (CH 111)
• Inside No. 9 – 10pm, BBC Two HD (CH 102)

Thursday 30 May

Pick of the day: We Are Lady Parts

10pm + 10.35pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 116)

Writer Nida Manzoor’s sitcom about an all-female Muslim rock band won awards and acclaim for creating characters rarely seen on TV and for poking fun at stereotypes – but also for being riotously funny, with plenty of great songs too. As the second series begins, the band are on a high after a successful summer of gigs and primed to record an album, but soon run into money troubles and also face competition from rival group Second Wife. Anjana Vasan (Killing Eve), Sarah Kameela Impey (Vera) and Juliette Motamed (Magic Mike’s Last Dance) star.

What else to watch:

• The Outlaws – 9pm, BBC One HD (CH 101)
• Taskmaster – 9pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)
• The Tattooist Of Auschwitz – 9pm, Sky Showcase HD (CH 109)
• Murdoch Mysteries – 9pm, Alibi HD (CH 114)
• Expedition From Hell: The Lost Tapes – 9pm, Discovery HD (CH 177) 

Friday 31 May

Pick of the day: The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live

9pm, Sky Max HD (CH 111)

Return to the world of The Walking Dead with this new series focusing on two of the show’s most popular characters, Rick (Andrew Lincoln) and Michonne (Danai Gurira). It’s set several years after the conclusion of the original series, and Rick’s still being forced to work for the Civilian Republic Military. He’s resigned to his fate – but when his squad comes under attack from a mysterious enemy, it changes everything. You can now watch all 11 seasons of The Walking Dead in On Demand with all six episodes of The Ones Who Live available from 31 May, while further spin-offs Daryl Dixon and Dead City are coming later this year.

What else to watch:

• Smart Motorways: The Shocking Truth – 7pm, Channel 5 HD (CH 105)
• The Twelve: Cinderella Murder – 9pm, More4 HD (CH 147)
• The Young Offenders – 9.30pm, BBC One HD (CH 101)
• The Nevermets – 10pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)
• ITV Studio Sessions – 10.45pm, ITV1 HD (CH 103)

Saturday 1 June

Pick of the day: Striking With Pride: United At The Coalface

9pm, Sky Documentaries HD (CH 188)

This compelling new documentary showcases the real-life Lesbians and Gay Men Support the Miners (LGSM) alliance, which was forged during the 1984-1985 Miners’ Strike. Forty years later, film-makers speak to those involved in this historical movement including former Labour MP Siân James, LGSM co-founder Mike Jackson and activist Jonathan Blake, shining a light on how this moving tale helped to change the course of history for queer people.

What else to watch:

• Doctor Who – 6.50pm, BBC One HD (CH 101)
• Bon Jovi At The BBC – 8.30pm, BBC Two HD (CH 102)
• Rebus – 9.20pm, BBC One HD (CH 101)
• Jon Bon Jovi: Reel Stories – 9.30pm, BBC Two HD (CH 102)
• Later… With Jools Holland – 10.15pm, BBC Two HD (CH 102)

Sunday 2 June

Pick of the day: Britain’s Got Talent: The Final

7.30pm, ITV HD (CH 103)

After a nail-biting week of semi-finals, Ant and Dec are joining 11 acts on the stage as the latter battle it out in the grand final of Britain’s Got Talent. Under the watchful eyes of seasoned judges Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon, Amanda Holden and Bruno Tonioli, the finalists will be showing off their talents once more, with the hopes of winning the huge £250,000 prize fund and a slot at the 2024 Royal Variety Performance.

What else to watch:

• The Responder – 9pm, BBC One HD (CH 101)
• D-Day: The Unheard Tapes – 9pm, BBC Two HD (CH 102)
• The Piano – 9pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)
• I Kissed A Girl – 9pm, BBC Three HD (CH 107)
• Pompeii: The Last Mysteries Revealed – 9pm, Sky HISTORY HD (CH 131)

Monday 3 June

Pick of the day: Lost Boys & Fairies

9pm, BBC One HD (CH 101)

Sion Daniel Young (The Left Behind) and Fra Free (Rebel Moon) are at the heart of award-winning writer Daf James’ tender “coming-of-middle-age” drama. The three-part series follows the story of singer and artistic extraordinaire Gabriel (Young) and his partner Andy (Fee), as they embark on the incredible journey of adoption together

What else to watch:

• Clive Myrie’s Caribbean Adventure – 6.30pm, BBC Two HD (CH 102)
• Springwatch – 8pm, BBC Two HD (CH 102)
• D-Day: The Unheard Tapes – 9pm, BBC Two HD (CH 102
• The Sympathizer – 9pm, Sky Showcase HD (CH 109)
• Love Island – 9pm, ITV1 HD (CH 103) + ITV2 (CH 115)
• Football Cops – 10pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)

Tuesday 4 June

Pick of the day: Queenie

10pm + 10.35pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)

On the surface Queenie Jenkins (Dionne Brown) is like any other 20-something millennial living in a big city. But this screen adaption of Candice Carty-Williams bestselling novel Queenie is so much more. Get ready to laugh, cry and root for the eponymous heroine as she navigates the end of her long-term relationship, some regrettable decisions and everything else that life throws at her. Jon Pointing (Big Boys), Joseph Marcell (The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air), Tilly Keeper (You) and presenter Laura Whitmore also star.

What else to watch:

• The Great British Sewing Bee – 9pm, BBC One HD (CH 101)
• D-Day: The Unheard Tapes – 9pm, BBC Two HD (CH 102)
• Into The Amazon With Robson Green – 9pm, Channel 5 HD (CH 105
• A League Of Their Own: Mexican Road Trip – 9pm, Sky Max HD (CH 111)
• Love Island – 9pm, ITV2 (CH 115)

Wednesday 5 June

Pick of the day: Love Island

9pm, ITV2 HD (CH 115)

You’ve got a text! Things are heating up around here as a fresh batch of sexy singletons jet off to Majorca for their shot at true love (and a £50,000 cash prize). And now that the contestants have had a few days to settle into the Love Island villa, we can’t wait to see if sparks will fly or if there’s already trouble in paradise. Don’t miss another unforgettable summer filled with whirlwind romances, dating dramas and fire pit chats.

What else to watch:

• D-Day 80: Tribute To The Fallen – 8.30pm, BBC One HD (CH 101)
• The Misadventures Of Romesh Ranganathan – 9pm, BBC Two HD (CH 102)
• Alaska Daily – 9pm, Alibi HD (CH 114)
• Inside No. 9 – 10pm, BBC Two HD (CH 102)
• Queenie – 10pm + 10.35pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)

Thursday 6 June

Pick of the day: Taskmasterclass

9pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 116)

Is there, in fact, any point to the seemingly pointless tasks on Taskmaster? It’s the burning philosophical question faced by the show’s fans and, indeed, contestants, who are sometimes caught with a “What am I doing with my life?” look on their face by the TM cameras. Greg Davies and Alex Horne narrate this look behind the scenes at the impulse behind some of the show’s most bizarre challenges, illustrated by footage featuring popular contestants including Guz Khan, Jo Brand and Ed Gamble.

What else to watch:

• Double The Money – 8pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)
• The Outlaws – 9pm, BBC One HD (CH 101)
• The Tattooist Of Auschwitz – 9pm, Sky Showcase HD (CH 109)
• Murdoch Mysteries – 9pm, Alibi HD (CH 114)
• Love Island – 9pm, ITV2 (CH 115)

Friday 7 June

Pick of the day: Sister Boniface Mysteries

9pm, Drama HD (CH 116)

Everyone’s favourite moped-riding, crime-solving nun (Lorna Watson) is back for another series of rural murder and misdemeanours, and there’s excitement in the air in Great Slaughter where screen tests are taking place for the plum movie role of suave British spy Jonas Best. But no sooner have we met the handsome would-be stars than there’s a suspicious death and Sister Boniface is on the case.

What else to watch:

• Hidden Treasures Of The National Trust – 9pm, BBC Two HD (CH 102)
• The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live – 9pm, Sky Max HD (CH 111)
• Love Island – 9pm, ITV2 (CH 115)
• Celebrity Gogglebox – 10.10pm, Channel 4 HD (CH 104)
• ITV Studio Sessions – 10.45pm, ITV1 HD (CH 103)

Pick of the week: Football: UEFA Champions League Final – Real Madrid v Borussia Dortmund

Saturday 1 June, 6pm, TNT Sports 1 HD (CH 527) + TNT Sports Freeview (CH 524)

A couple of weeks ago, you wouldn’t have put money on Borussia Dortmund being just 90 minutes away from the biggest prize in European football. After humbling PSG in the semi-finals, though, Die Schwarzgelben more than deserve their place at Wembley. But what an opponent they face in Real Madrid. The most successful club in the competition’s history, with the most successful coach in the competition’s history in Carlo Ancelotti, they’re also La Liga champions – fuelled by England star Jude Bellingham’s stunning debut season.

Although it’s not quite David versus Goliath, a BVB win would be a shock – but you can never rule out these wily operators, who a generation ago pulled off a huge Champions League upset by beating Juventus in the 1997 final. Can they overcome the might of Real? It’s set to be an epic clash.

What else to watch:

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• Check out our Fixtures Finder for all the Premier League action on TV
  
  
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Pick of the week: Bonus Track

Available from Saturday 1 June in Sky Cinema on demand. Cert 12

Teenager George (Joe Anders) is an aspiring musician with one problem: no one is interested in his music. That’s until Max (Samuel Small) enrols at his school and the pair begin a highly productive partnership that brings George out of his shell. But could it be that George and Max are fated to make more than music together? The end-of-term show might be a decisive moment for them both. A likeable and entertaining coming-of-age movie, co-written by The Crown star Josh O’Connor.

What else to watch:

Looking for more movies this week? We can help with that.

• Looking for something to watch on Sky Cinema? Our monthly round-up has the best on the service this month
  
  
• Looking for something on Netflix? Try our monthly guide to new releases here