Virgin Media Originals

Co-written by and starring Baz Ashmawy, this brand new comedic and tantalizingly honest drama series follows Irish-Egyptian dad, Sam, who is presented with the life altering responsibility of raising his three young daughters alone. That is until his irresponsible yet irresistible younger brother moves in to help... and never leaves!
Top stars pick-up and present awards and once-in-a-lifetime collaborations feature in this music show, with live tracks, interviews, presentations and video-clips.
'Stalked' is a compelling documentary revealing the devastating impact of stalking through the deeply personal stories of Eve, Una and Jarlath as they face terrifying stalkers.
Rebecca Tallon De Havilland, Ireland's first publicly out trans person, helps individuals who have hit rock bottom to find their better selves.
Narrated by Deirdre O'Kane and Rory Cowan, this observational series sees Ireland's opinionated TV viewers commenting freely on the best and worst TV shows of the past week
This is the Gaeltacht like you've never seen it before. We're putting singletons through their paces to learn Irish, find love and compete to be crowned the top couple.

Virgin Media Discovers in association with Screen Ireland

Adamma and her father Jide, seeking refuge in an asylum centre, are greeted by angry protestors. Things escalate when Adamma ventures into the neighbourhood, alone, in search of her missing cuddly toy, Kiki
A crossdresser’s one-night stand with an exhibitionist turns life-threatening when a group of voyeurs discover they are not a woman, forcing them to use their wit and charm to negotiate and survive.
Drag doesn’t change who you are, it reveals who you are. This docu-drama is about how a queer kid in 1990s Dublin discovers their true identity and inner strength when they give birth to Veda, a vibrant drag queen icon. Brady uses laughter to deal with a sensitive subject and tell an inspirational story of self-realisation
It is the 1990s and young boy has just moved from Nigeria to Dublin. Desperate to fit in, he shaves off his afro. But the afro magically keeps growing back, bigger and bigger and BIGGER.
Innocent Boy by Cluster Fox Films is a story about a young deaf traveller boy's love of his horse and the freedom he feels riding him unsaddled, in a silent world of unconditional acceptance. This stands in stark contrast to the world he knows when he turns on his hearing aid, a world of toxic masculinity, bullies, and his deep insecurities with the people he loves, who see him as different, a poor 'auld innocent boy'.
The journey of a refugee does not come to an end when they reach their refuge. Instead, a new journey begins. A journey that brings its own struggles.

Star-Studded Shows

Tense quiz show spin-off from Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? High stakes game show for all the family.
The celebrity version of the classic reality TV show, where housemates are isolated from the outside world.
Ant and Dec host another fun-packed series of Saturday night entertainment.
Another edition of the popular quiz show, hosted by Jeremy Clarkson.
Kylie Minogue entertains a celebrity audience with songs from her latest album and old favourites. 
Joel Dommett hosts the UK version of the celebrity singing competition. Showbiz stars hide their vocal talents behind elaborate disguises as a panel guesses at their identity.

Fall In Love With…

This is the Gaeltacht like you've never seen it before. We're putting singletons through their paces to learn Irish, find love and compete to be crowned the top couple.
Kate Langbroek presents this heartfelt series about single parents looking for love. What they don't know is their adult children are secretly guiding them through the perils of dating
A romantic comedy drama about finding love when you least expect it. Three people experience tragedies they feel they will never overcome.
Hot, young and single Aussies go on the holiday of a lifetime, with the added bonus of potentially meeting their soul mate. Who will be lucky in love, and who will be heartbroken?    
10 single guys are matched up, and meet for the first time... with a kiss. Get ready for the UK's first ever gay dating show, with pop icon Dannii Minogue playing cupid.
Reality series. Former couples are reunited for 24 hours, delving deep into their broken romances. Will they move on and find closure or make up and rekindle lost love?

Six Nations 2024

Ireland v Scotland

Saturday, 16th Mar 4pm
Ireland round of their Six Nations in Dublin as Scotland come to town. The Scots haven't had much luck in recent years in the Irish Capital with their last win coming back in 2010.

France v England

Saturday, 16th Mar 8pm
All the action from Lyon as France play England in the final match of the 2024 Six Nations Championship.

Walves v Italy

Saturday, 16th Mar 2.15pm
Rugby action from the Principality Stadium as Wales face Italy in the final round of the Six Nations Championship.

England v Ireland

Saturday, 9th Mar 4.45pm
Ireland take on England at Twickenham for the 2024 Six Nations championship.

Wales v France

Sunday, 10th Mar 3pm
Wales take on France in Cardiff for the Six Nations Competition.

Italy v Scotland

Saturday, 9th Mar 1.30pm
Round four of the Six Nations starts in Rome as Italy entertain Scotland. The Italians last defeated Scotland back in 2015 and are looking for a repeat performance nine years on.

Unmissable Drama

Co-written by and starring Baz Ashmawy, this brand new comedic and tantalizingly honest drama series follows Irish-Egyptian dad, Sam, who is presented with the life altering responsibility of raising his three young daughters alone. That is until his irresponsible yet irresistible younger brother moves in to help... and never leaves!
Breathtaking takes an informed, unflinching dive into the inside story of how the Covid-19 pandemic unfolded in the NHS.
Drama series. When the town of Waterside is hit with the largest flood in its history, the community pulls together to keep everyone safe. However, three people die.
Jodie Packer is a single mum, that finds herself as the lead witness in a murder enquiry which threatens to turn her life upside down.
Dramatic mini-series depicting the true story of one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in British legal history, created with direct input from the people caught up in it.
Alexander Litvinenko, a former Russian spy, Kremlin critic and British citizen, lies in a London hospital bed, his condition deteriorating rapidly. Detectives are summoned to take his statement – he claims to have been poisoned and points the finger directly at President Vladimir Putin

Reality

The celebrity version of the classic reality TV show, where housemates are isolated from the outside world.
Legendary islanders from former series return to TV's most talked about villa for a second chance at finding love.
Rebecca Tallon De Havilland, Ireland's first publicly out trans person, helps individuals who have hit rock bottom to find their better selves.
Complete strangers with opposite perspectives on a variety of topics share a meal together under the observation of psychology and human behaviour experts.
A dating show with a difference for the whole family, My Mum, Your Dad follows a group of single parents who have been nominated by their grown-up kids for a second chance at love.
For the first time since leaving the Love Island Villa, Davide returns to Italy and his hometown Frosinone with Ekin-Su by his side.

True Detectives at Work

Detective drama. DCI Vera Stanhope investigates the mysterious death of a wildlife ranger, whose body is found on a remote island off the coast of Northumberland.
The crime drama series returns. When a double murder brings about an unexpected reunion, the now-promoted DCS Bancroft finds that as new enemies emerge, old foes make their move
DS Karen Pirie, a young Scottish detective with a quick mouth and a tenacious desire for the truth, reopens a murder investigation concerning the death of a young barmaid in 1996.
Award-winning thriller following Detective Chief Inspector Jane Tennison
DI Jack Frost is an unconventional policeman with sympathy for the underdog and an instinct for moral justice.
David Suchet stars as Hercule Poirot, a fictional Belgian detective, created by Agatha Christie

True Crime + Investigation

'Stalked' is a compelling documentary revealing the devastating impact of stalking through the deeply personal stories of Eve, Una and Jarlath as they face terrifying stalkers.
In the rural Ireland of 1984, the murder of an unidentified infant begins a series of events that eventually shine a spotlight on prejudice, ignorance and police corruption.
An exploration of the Criminal Assets Bureau, Ireland's foremost defence against organised crime on a national and international level.
Alexander Litvinenko, a former Russian spy, Kremlin critic and British citizen, lies in a London hospital bed, his condition deteriorating rapidly. Detectives are summoned to take his statement – he claims to have been poisoned and points the finger directly at President Vladimir Putin
The tale of Limerick-born Jason Corbett, whose death at the hands of his wife and her father is subject to a retrial after an appeal court ruling quashed their murder convictions.
Crime boss John Gilligan shares his side of his story in a new documentary about his life.

Sport

Six Nations champions and Grand Slam winners Ireland travel to the Stade Velodrome in Marseille to play France in the first of the 2024 Six Nations rugby fixtures.
Highlights of the Six Nation's 2024 tournament.
Coverage of the U'20's Six Nations 2024.
For more than 25 years and well over 1000 episodes, Raw has been WWE's flagship show. Its memorable moments have thrilled the WWE Universe and earned it the distinct honor of being the longest-running episodic television show in history.
For nearly 20 years and more than 1000 episodes, SmackDown LIVE has showcased WWE's top Superstars and created countless memorable moments.
Ed Chamberlin introduces coverage of the major horse racing events including cards at Cheltenham, Aintree and Epsom.

Entertainment

Top stars pick-up and present awards and once-in-a-lifetime collaborations feature in this music show, with live tracks, interviews, presentations and video-clips.
Legendary islanders from former series return to TV's most talked about villa for a second chance at finding love.
Dave Fanning showcases the best of Irish music talent at Whelan's in Dublin.
Narrated by Deirdre O'Kane and Rory Cowan, this observational series sees Ireland's opinionated TV viewers commenting freely on the best and worst TV shows of the past week
Stephen Mulhern and Holly Willoughby host a new series of the celebrity ice-skating competition
Brian Dowling and his fashion-forward design team are on a mission to prove to the nation that you can achieve the home renovation of your dreams without it literally costing the earth.

25 Years Of Virgin Media Television

First News Broadcast - 20th September 1998

Wednesday, 20th Sep 2.30am
The very first News broadcast from 1998.

Ireland AM - 20th September 1999

Wednesday, 20th Sep 2am
The very first episode of Ireland AM! Hosted by Mark Cagney and Amanda Byram.
Live from the George Vincent Browne and Glenda Gilson announced the results from the 2015 Marriage Referendum.

Late Lunch Live - 30th September 2013

Wednesday, 20th Sep 2.10am
Martin King and Lucy Kennedy host the afternoon show brimming with topical stories and celebrity interviews.

Best Of Vincent Browne

Wednesday, 20th Sep 1.10am
Highlights of the very best of Vincent Browne!

Midday - 1st October 2008

Wednesday, 20th Sep 2.05am
The first airing of the Irish television talk show programme Midday!

Factual

Featuring an exclusive interview with Alan Bates, this film reveals the full shocking story depicted in one of the most talked about dramas in recent times.
Some 25 years on from the murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier, Colette Fitzpatrick interviews suspect Ian Bailey about the case, Bailey never having been charged in Ireland.
A look at the rise of extreme flooding in the UK. Meeting people whose lives and homes were seriously affected.
Love him or hate him, Clarkson has caused diplomatic incidents, offended many, and punched both his producer and Piers Morgan. How has he got away with it for so long?
Series which aims to reunite family members after years of separation
Behind-the-scenes series about one of the UK's busiest transport hubs, documenting the typical and not-so-typical issues facing those who work at and pass through the station

Food + Travel

John Torode and Lisa Faulkner host a morning of feelgood food.
Hotel Benidorm is an exclusive access documentary series delving inside one of Benidorm's iconic hotels. For over 50 years, the Rio Park has checked in thousands of Brits by the coach load.This series closely follows the charismatic team, from every corner of the hotel, who together make people's dream holidays come alive, capturing the magic, the highs and the lows, against a backdrop of beautiful beaches and blue skies
Seven chocolatiers battle it out to have their own chocolate bar manufactured and sold. Bristol mum Carina finds out there's a hole in her plan for a chocolate balloon.
A group of celebrities travel to India to see whether retirement would be more rewarding there than in the UK.
The television presenter, whose mother is Greek, uncovers the hidden side of well-known Greek Islands going off the well-trodden tourist track
A celebrity chef puts aspiring young chefs through rigorous tests and assigns them several challenges in his kitchen in order to determine a winner.

Box Sets

A grieving mother seeks to piece together the true cause behind the murder of her 14-year-old daughter years after the case is officially closed.
Dramatic mini-series depicting the true story of one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in British legal history, created with direct input from the people caught up in it.
Hit reality series that follows some of the most affluent women in the US as they enjoy the lavish lifestyle that only Uber Wealth can provide.
The Real Housewives of Cape Town finds the Mother City's real Queens of reality navigating life, family, friendships and business in the city's elite circles.
Hit reality series that follows some of the most affluent women in the US as they enjoy the lavish lifestyle that only Beverly Hills can provide.
Hit reality series that follows some of the most affluent women in the US as they enjoy the lavish lifestyle that only Uber Wealth can provide.

Ireland AM

Irish Coffee
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Irish Coffee

Sunday, 17th Mar 11.20am
Will Lynch shows us how to make the prefect Irish Coffee.
Snakes
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Snakes

Sunday, 17th Mar 10.20am
James Hennessey from the National Reptile Zoo show us some real snakes.
Becoming Irish
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Becoming Irish

Sunday, 17th Mar 9.45am
We talk to three guests about what's like moving to Ireland and becoming Irish.
Patrick Kielty
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Patrick Kielty

Sunday, 17th Mar 9.20am
Deric talks to Patrick Kielty about being the St.Patrick's Day Parade Grand Marshal.
St Patrick's Day Parade Memories
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St Patrick's Day Parade Memories

Sunday, 17th Mar 11.30am
We talk to three guests about there St Patrick's Day parade memories.
Magic Tricks
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Magic Tricks

Saturday, 16th Mar 11.45am
Magician Joe Daly show us how to preform some magic tricks.

The Six O'Clock Show

The Cast of Irish Wish
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The Cast of Irish Wish

Friday, 15th Mar 6.15pm
Lindsay Lohan, Ed Speleers and Ayesha Curry join us!
The Cast Of 'The Gentlemen'
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The Cast Of 'The Gentlemen'

Thursday, 14th Mar 6.05pm
The stars of the new Netflix TV series 'The Gentlemen' call in to tell us all about the show!
Anna Daly
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Anna Daly

Wednesday, 13th Mar 6.05pm
Broadcaster and entrepreneur Anna Daly is on the Six Sofa for a catch up!
Remembering Charlie Bird
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Remembering Charlie Bird

Tuesday, 12th Mar 6.15pm
Joining us now to remember Charlie and his legacy are Brian Sheehan, who worked with Charlie on the marriage equality campaign, and Lillian McGovern from the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association,
Oscar's Fashion Police
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Oscar's Fashion Police

Monday, 11th Mar 6.30pm
Sunday was Hollywood's last big night out and here to go into some of those looks in more detail Six O'Clock Show's fashion police with Fionnuala and Celia -and the amazing Davina Devine
Janice Robinson
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Janice Robinson

Thursday, 7th Mar 5.30pm
We’re tripping back to the 90’s with ‘Dreamer’ hit maker Janice Robinson.

VMTV Food

Full Irish With Potato Farls
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Full Irish With Potato Farls

Sunday, 17th Mar 10.30am
Lizzy Lyons shares her recipe for her Full Irish with potato farls.
Classic Batch Bread
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Classic Batch Bread

Saturday, 16th Mar 10.30am
Patrick Ryan shares his recipe for his Classic Batch Bread.
Cabbage and Bacon Pot Stickers
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Cabbage and Bacon Pot Stickers

Friday, 15th Mar 6.45pm
Chef Kwangi Chan is in the Six Kitchen!
Irish Spice Box
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Irish Spice Box

Friday, 15th Mar 9.50am
Shane Rigney shares his recipe for his Irish Spice Box.
Carrot Cake with Whiskey & Lemon Frosting
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Carrot Cake with Whiskey & Lemon Frosting

Thursday, 14th Mar 6.45pm
Gareth Mullins is in the kitchen with his Carrot Cake recipe!
Edward’s Warming Beef & Vegetable Casserole
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Joining us now to prepare his slow cooked beef and veg stew is Edward Hayden.

By Day

YESTERDAY, Monday 18th Mar

A celebrity version of the Chase with four celebrities teaming up to pool their knowledge in an effort to beat the Chaser. Hosted by Bradley Walsh.
Roy finds himself at risk when Max visits Lauren's father in prison; Eileen grows suspicious about Sean's secret-keeping; Steve breaks the news to Tracy.

Emmerdale

7:30pm
The Dingles receive shocking test results; Aaron deceives Chas; Mandy opens up to Belel about her relationship woes.

News at 5.30

5:30pm
The latest national and international news stories from the Virgin Media News team, followed by sport and weather.
A rotating panel of four female figures from the worlds of journalism and entertainment talk about various issues of importance though a woman's perspective.
Hits and news headlines from 2018.

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