Good Friday TV Schedule 2026: A Festive Lineup for All Ages
As the Easter weekend commences, television networks have curated an extensive array of films, series, and specials to entertain families throughout Good Friday. From classic movies to kid-friendly animations, the terrestrial TV schedule offers something for everyone, ensuring a delightful start to the April bank holiday weekend.
BBC One and BBC Two Highlights
BBC One kicks off the afternoon with the iconic musical The Sound of Music at 2.30pm, followed by evening programmes including Extraordinary Portraits with Bill Bailey at 7.30pm and Beyond Paradise at 8.00pm. Late-night viewers can enjoy Wedding Crashers at 11.15pm.
On BBC Two, the day begins with King of Kings at 10.25am, leading into afternoon films like Funeral in Berlin at 2.55pm. The evening schedule features Great British Menu at 7.00pm and concludes with The Wolf of Wall Street at 10.00pm.
ITV and Channel Offerings
ITV1 starts with This Morning at 10.00am, followed by live sports coverage and game shows. Prime time includes Emmerdale at 7.30pm and Coronation Street at 8.00pm, with the thriller Vera airing at 8.30pm.
Channel 4 presents a mix of films and reality TV, such as Tooth Fairy at 10.20am and Inside Cadbury: Chocolate Secrets Unwrapped at 8.00pm. Channel 5 focuses on daytime talk shows and snooker, with Cadbury at Easter: Secrets of the Chocolate Factory at 5.05pm.
Specialist Channels and Family Favourites
ITV2 offers a family-friendly lineup, including Stuart Little at 10.00am, Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa at 1.45pm, and Ice Age: The Great Egg-Scapade at 3.30pm. Evening viewers can catch the James Bond film Spectre at 9.00pm.
ITV3 features a marathon of classic Carry On films throughout the day, starting with Steptoe and Son Ride Again at 9.20am. E4 provides back-to-back episodes of The Simpsons and Come Dine with Me in the morning and afternoon.
Film 4 showcases a selection of movies, beginning with Journey to the Center of the Earth at 11.00am and including Sister Act at 4.20pm and The Green Mile at 9.00pm.
Entertainment for the Easter Weekend
This comprehensive TV guide ensures that viewers have ample options to enjoy between Easter egg hunts and family meals. With a blend of timeless classics, animated adventures, and gripping dramas, the Good Friday schedule caters to diverse tastes and age groups, making it a perfect companion for the holiday festivities.
