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Channel 4 to investigate Hitler’s DNA with innovative science-based history doc

Channel 4 has commissioned a ground-breaking two-part documentary investigating what DNA may tell us about the twentieth century’s most notorious figure. Made by Blink Films, Hitler’s DNA: Blueprint of a Dictator will use a sample of Adolf Hitler’s DNA -confirmed by rigorous scientific testing- to

13 Oct 25 News Release

Fred Sirieix Leads a Bold New Mission to Rescue Britain's Most Broken Hospitality Businesses in Fred’s Hotel Fixers (w/t)

Esteemed maître d’ and TV personality Fred Sirieix returns to screens in a brand-new four-part Channel 4 series that’s equal parts grit, heart, and high standards. Renowned for his charm, commitment to excellence and exacting five-star standards and with decades of experience in some of the finest and most successful hotels and restaurants, Fred takes on his toughest challenge yet… turning around the UK’s most troubled hospitality venues.

13 Oct 25 News Release

First Look: Come aboard to explore Norway with Lorraine Kelly for a new Channel 4 series

Lorraine Kelly’s Norwegian Odyssey is a three-part documentary which sees the broadcaster and journalist voyage the fjords to discover the stunning landscapes, wildlife, food and culture of the Scandinavian country.

10 Oct 25 News Release

Lenny Rush, James Buckley, Greg Davies, Asim Chaudhry, Rochenda Sandall, Ele Mackenzie, Stephen Fry, Hannah Fry, Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock and Jason Fox

Channel’s 4 headline Christmas drama for 2025 announced: Dear Father Christmas W/T

Lenny Rush, James Buckley, Greg Davies, Asim Chaudhry, Rochenda Sandall, Ele Mckenzie, Stephen Fry, Hannah Fry, Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock and Jason Fox join the cast A heart-warming and hilarious 1x75’ festive drama written by Mark Chappell (BAFTA Film Award nominated See How They Run, Is This Thing

10 Oct 25 News Release

David Baddiel champions cats in passionate three-parter

Comedian, writer and lifelong cat devotee David Baddiel is on a mission to put our feline friends firmly in the spotlight in a new three-part series made by Expectation for Channel 4.

10 Oct 25 News Release

Channel 4 The Fastest Growing Major Streamer In September As It Smashes Records

Channel 4 was the fastest growing of the leading streaming platforms last month while delivering its best-ever week for views alongside market-leading linear success. Building on its super September, Channel 4 this week posted its best-ever day on record for streaming views (7 October), and, is the

9 Oct 25 News Release

Channel 4 Launches Hollyoaks Fan Screening to Celebrate 30th Anniversary

Channel 4 is thrilled to announce a very special celebration to mark 30 years of Hollyoaks, one of Britain’s most youth driven and groundbreaking soaps. For the first time in Hollyoaks and Channel 4's history, fans are invited to join their favourite cast members - past and present - on the red

9 Oct 25 News Release

Channel 4.0 piloting strategy leads to new orders from After Party Studios

Savage Sundays, the weekly innovation slot hosted on Channel 4.0 YouTube and social media platform has been so popular, it has led to Channel 4 recommissioning 11 new episodes of three formats from After Party Studios and committing to the regular Sunday drop slot.

9 Oct 25 News Release

An image of the cast of Big Zuu's Big Eats with the 4 and U logos

Channel 4 and UKTV announce ground-breaking deal to carry UKTV’s U service on Channel 4 streaming

Multi-year carriage agreement will boost Channel 4 streaming and U viewing with collaboration between Channel 4 and UKTV From January 2026, Channel 4 streaming will offer hundreds of titles from the U service, showcasing more of the best British entertainment on the country’s youngest-skewing