What’s on TV tonight? Sunday 8th February 2026 delivers a packed schedule. The main event for football fans is Liverpool versus Manchester City at Anfield – a match that could define the Premier League title race. BBC One launches a major new drama with Lord of the Flies at 9pm, while the Winter Olympics continues with Day 3 from Milano Cortina. And for those staying up late, Channel 5 has Super Bowl LX.
What’s On TV Tonight: Quick Picks
- Liverpool v Manchester City – Sky Sports, 4:30pm – Premier League title showdown at Anfield
- Lord of the Flies – BBC One, 9pm – Jack Thorne’s adaptation premieres
- Winter Olympics 2026 – BBC Two/Discovery+ – Day 3 medal events from Milano Cortina
- Betrayal – ITV1, 9pm – Shaun Evans stars in new MI5 thriller
- Call the Midwife – BBC One, 8pm – Series 15 continues
- Super Bowl LX – Channel 5, 10:30pm – Patriots vs Seahawks
Daytime Highlights
Winter Olympics 2026 – BBC Two, Various Times
Day 3 from Milano Cortina. The BBC has free-to-air coverage of selected events, with Discovery+ and Eurosport carrying the full schedule. The Winter Olympics runs until 22nd February.
Sunday Brunch – Channel 4, 9:30am
Tim Lovejoy and Simon Rimmer do what they do best – cook, chat, and welcome guests in their relaxed Sunday morning format. Good background viewing while you’re figuring out what to do with your day.
Afternoon Sport
Brighton v Crystal Palace – Sky Sports, 2pm
The south coast derby provides entertaining Premier League action ahead of the main event.
Liverpool v Manchester City – Sky Sports, 4:30pm
This is it. The biggest fixture in the Premier League calendar and potentially the match that decides where the title ends up. Liverpool hosting Manchester City at Anfield is always special, but with both sides in contention for the championship, this one carries extra weight. The atmosphere at Anfield will be electric, and if you’re a neutral, this is appointment viewing.
Expect tactical chess between two of the best managers in world football, individual brilliance from both sets of attackers, and quite possibly some controversy. These matches rarely disappoint.
Early Evening (6pm – 8pm)
Countryfile – BBC One, 6pm
The rural affairs programme provides its usual mix of farming features, wildlife segments, and countryside news. Reliable early evening viewing.
Antiques Roadshow – BBC One, 7pm
A 2024 edition filmed at Thirlestane Castle in the Scottish Borders. Highlights include a logbook from the Dam Busters raid – expert Mark Smith shares an amusing story about a veteran’s reaction to the famous 1955 film. There’s also a dagger from the infamous Glencoe massacre and rare works by artist Richard Wawro.
Murdoch Mysteries – U&Alibi, 7pm
Were anyone in the MAGA movement to stumble across this episode, it’s doubtful they’d take its jokes in good spirit. After all, the plot does centre on an apparent conspiracy by Canada to annex the US and make it a tenth province. This they’re hoping to do by sending sleeper agents into Maine to spread anti-American sentiment. And to ensure that the satirical message hits home, the plot has been given the codename Project 1925. As you’ve probably guessed by now, nothing is quite as it seems, though the presence of cigar ash at a crime scene does lead Murdoch to one conclusion that’s inescapable – agent Terrence Meyers, whose presence enlivens any case, is somehow involved. Catch up via Now.
The Great Pottery Throw Down – Channel 4, 7:50pm
Almost every potter decides to make multiple pieces this week. They’re working with the notoriously tricky terracotta clay to make tagine pots with sgraffito designs – the style of scratching a design so the layer below is revealed – and having a few spares seems like a good idea. They also face a truly heavyweight challenge set by Gabriel Nichols. There are looks of disbelief when he thumps eight kilos of clay onto the wheel, ready to make a chiminea outdoor fireplace. But there are gasps of horror when one contestant’s attempt collapses to the floor.
Prime Time (8pm onwards)
Call the Midwife – BBC One, 8pm
Series 15 continues in 1971. When Trixie is asked about the differences between life in the US and the UK, she observes that midwifery is valued more at home – but a pensive Sister Julienne is aware that a turning point is fast approaching. Trixie also notes that current circumstances aren’t conducive to her marriage to off-screen husband Matthew (who’s now busy in Casualty’s emergency department on Saturday nights).
Lord of the Flies – BBC One, 9pm ⭐
William Golding’s novel powerfully demonstrates how, without the restraints of society’s rules, humans can sink into moral decay. It starts post-plane crash with Piggy (David McKenna), the asthmatic intellectual of the group, and elected leader Ralph (Winston Sawyers) sensibly suggesting plans for survival. However, without any grown-ups around, most of the other youngsters are more interested in having fun than building a shelter. Power-hungry Jack (Lox Pratt) quickly learns that the more savage he becomes, the more he can control them.
There have been two cinematic versions – Peter Brook’s 1963 black-and-white film and Harry Hook’s contemporary version in 1990 – but Adolescence writer Jack Thorne’s nuanced adaptation remains faithful to the source material. Director Marc Munden gives the production a confident, cinematic quality, and its young cast are astonishingly good. All four episodes are available on BBC iPlayer from tonight if you want to binge, or you can follow the weekly broadcast.
Betrayal – ITV1, 9pm ⭐
New series. No James Bond film begins with 007 battling haemorrhoids rather than hitmen, so the fact that MI5 agent John Hughes (Shaun Evans) is first seen with a tube of Anusol tells us he’s a screen spy of a very different stripe. He’s clearly stressed: his latest mission has gone bloodily south, while wife Claire (Romola Garai) is growing weary of his secretive lifestyle.
For John, though, that psychological strain is only set to increase, thanks to his growing conviction that terrorist activity is planned on UK soil. Throw in Zahra Ahmadi as an intelligence operative who supports his theories, and the result is a work/life balance split that feels unsustainable. Find out tomorrow whether John foils the plot and heads to the doctor for a stronger prescription. The full series is available on ITVX.
Secret Genius – Channel 4, 9pm
Alan Carr and Susie Dent set another group of contestants some fiendish challenges in this entertainment show.
Mock the Week – TLC, 9pm
Dara O’Briain hosts as comedians take potshots at the news in the revived panel show.
Super Bowl LX – Channel 5, 10:30pm
For those staying up late, Channel 5 has the NFL championship game live from Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara. The New England Patriots face the Seattle Seahawks, with Dermot O’Leary and Sam Quek hosting coverage. Bad Bunny performs at halftime. Kick-off is around 11:30pm UK time, so clear your Monday morning.
Emily – BBC Two, 10pm
Like this year’s awards-sweeping Shakespeare drama Hamnet, Frances O’Connor’s 2022 film provides a “story behind the story” that ought to be taken with a mountain of salt. Emma Mackey turns in a spirited lead performance as Emily Bronte, who falls in love and suffers a pair of tragedies before writing her classic novel Wuthering Heights in the mid-1840s. The romance plot is speculative at best, but it’s all appropriately passionate and atmospheric. A new adaptation of Bronte’s masterpiece is in cinemas from Friday.
A Doll’s House – BBC Four, 10pm
Henrik Ibsen’s classic play might have been set in small-town Norway and its central themes of marital decay, extortion and personal rediscovery may have been incendiary in 1879, but it still packs a fierce, timeless punch. This 1992 BBC version, directed by David Thacker, is surely as intense and claustrophobic as Ibsen intended. Juliet Stevenson and Trevor Eve starred as the miscommunicating Helmers in an acclaimed 1986 West End revival and they remain rightly proud of their work here with Thacker (the trio reminisce about the production at 10pm). The sets broke nobody’s bank, but the performances will break your heart.
Also On Tonight
Eurovision Classical Concerts – BBC Four, 8pm
This four-part series will showcase the finest European orchestras as it takes us to Lisbon, Cologne and Helsinki. First stop is Manchester’s Aviva Studios, where the BBC Philharmonic under Ben Gernon surround a standing audience. The core of their programme is Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake suite, flanked by John Adams’s Short Ride in a Fast Car and Ralph Vaughan Williams’s Fantasia on Greensleeves. There’s also the UK premiere of Anna Clyne’s lavishly layered Palette.
Guy Martin: Proper Jobs – U&Dave, 8pm
“Another week, another job,” chirps have-a-go grafter Guy Martin. He rides his motorbike north to the island of Gigha (population 160) in the Hebrides, where a week milking cows on a farm proves no hardship for the dairy-loving presenter. He loves it, and it’s sweet to watch him bond with the cattle. “Happiest man in the world!” Guy crows, gazing at the view. Nobody is sugar-coating what the rigours of dairy farming involve, but as long as Guy gets to change the odd tractor tyre, he’ll be happy.
Britain’s Worst Weather Disasters – Channel 5, 6:30pm
The North Sea flood of 1953, the West Country floods of 2017 and the 2022 heatwaves are examined.
Sport Summary
Football: The big one – Liverpool v Manchester City at 4:30pm on Sky Sports. Earlier, Brighton v Crystal Palace is on Sky Sports at 2pm.
Winter Olympics: BBC Two has selected coverage of Day 3 from Milano Cortina. Full coverage on Discovery+ and Eurosport.
American Football: Super Bowl LX kicks off at approximately 11:30pm on Channel 5 (coverage from 10:30pm).
The Viewing Schedule
| Time | Channel | Programme |
|---|---|---|
| 9:30am | Channel 4 | Sunday Brunch |
| Various | BBC Two | Winter Olympics 2026 |
| 2:00pm | Sky Sports | Brighton v Crystal Palace |
| 4:30pm | Sky Sports | Liverpool v Manchester City |
| 6:00pm | BBC One | Countryfile |
| 6:30pm | Channel 5 | Britain’s Worst Weather Disasters |
| 7:00pm | BBC One | Antiques Roadshow |
| 7:00pm | U&Alibi | Murdoch Mysteries |
| 7:50pm | Channel 4 | The Great Pottery Throw Down |
| 8:00pm | BBC One | Call the Midwife |
| 8:00pm | BBC Four | Eurovision Classical Concerts |
| 8:00pm | U&Dave | Guy Martin: Proper Jobs |
| 9:00pm | BBC One | Lord of the Flies |
| 9:00pm | ITV1 | Betrayal |
| 9:00pm | Channel 4 | Secret Genius |
| 9:00pm | TLC | Mock the Week |
| 10:00pm | BBC Two | Emily |
| 10:00pm | BBC Four | A Doll’s House |
| 10:30pm | Channel 5 | Super Bowl LX |
What’s On Streaming
BBC iPlayer: Lord of the Flies (full series available), Call the Midwife, Antiques Roadshow, Countryfile, Eurovision Classical Concerts, Emily, A Doll’s House
ITVX: Betrayal (full series available)
Channel 4 streaming: The Great Pottery Throw Down, Secret Genius, Sunday Brunch
Channel 5 streaming: Super Bowl LX, Britain’s Worst Weather Disasters
U: Guy Martin: Proper Jobs, Murdoch Mysteries (U&Alibi)
Sky Sports/Now: Liverpool v Manchester City, Brighton v Crystal Palace
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Liverpool v Man City on TV tonight?
Liverpool v Manchester City kicks off at 4:30pm on Sky Sports today (Sunday 8th February 2026). This is one of the biggest Premier League matches of the season, with potential title implications.
What’s the new drama on BBC One tonight?
Lord of the Flies premieres on BBC One at 9pm. Jack Thorne’s adaptation of William Golding’s classic novel marks the first time the story has been told on television. All episodes are available on BBC iPlayer from tonight.
What time is Call the Midwife on TV tonight?
Call the Midwife is on BBC One at 8pm tonight (Sunday 8th February 2026). Series 15, Episode 5 continues.
What time is the Super Bowl on UK TV?
Super Bowl LX coverage starts at 10:30pm on Channel 5, with kick-off around 11:30pm. The New England Patriots face the Seattle Seahawks.
What Winter Olympics events are on TV today?
BBC Two has selected coverage of the Winter Olympics 2026 from Milano Cortina. Day 3 features medal events. For full coverage, Discovery+ and Eurosport have the primary UK rights.
Final Verdict
If you can only watch one thing today, make it Liverpool v Manchester City at 4:30pm – title-race football doesn’t get bigger than this. For evening viewing, Lord of the Flies on BBC One at 9pm is the major new drama launch worth your attention. The Winter Olympics continues on BBC Two (with full coverage on Discovery+).
For something gentler, Call the Midwife at 8pm offers its usual warm comfort, and The Great Pottery Throw Down brings crafting calm to Channel 4. Night owls have Super Bowl LX from 10:30pm on Channel 5. A properly stacked Sunday.
