The Top Five TV Shows and Films to Watch this Week (3rd - 8th September 2023)

Sunday, 3 September 2023 00:00

By Josephine Tamburello @StartWithThis

TV and films are making a huge splash this week, as they fight for our viewings. Every night there seems to be something good to see. However, the top five that you simply can’t miss are…

Dame Judi Dench Countryfile Special, BBC One, 7pm, Sunday 3rd September: Who doesn’t love Dame Judi Dench? Known for her incredible acting skills and perfect comedy timings, she has become a legend in every way. Celebrating her environmental achievements, this special takes us inside her garden and across the lands to see the impact she has made to the UK.

The Little Mermaid, Disney Plus UK, 8am, Wednesday 6th September: After storming the box offices earlier this year, the live action version of the much loved animation is landing on Disney Plus. Featuring an all-star cast, this is the perfect mid-week pick me up!

I Am Groot, Disney Plus UK, 8am, Wednesday 6th September: Delivering more fun for the whole family, these super cute shorts are perfect for on the school run or just before bed soothing viewings. Plus, there isn’t anything cuter than baby Groot after all.

Top Boy, Netflix, 8am, Thursday 7th September: Back for its final series, the intense trailer has got us all sitting on the edge of our seats already. Get ready for the ultimate showdown in this much loved series.

Sitting In Bars With Cake, Prime Video UK, 8am, Friday 8th September: Looking for a film to watch this weekend? Well, this new one from Prime Video looks set to be the one you don’t want to miss. When her best friend challenges her to make cakes for a year to help her make more friends, Jane finds her life completely changed. I’m invested!

Let us know what you have been watching and what you are most looking forward to catching over the course of the week, via our social media pages, as we would love to know!

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