Reality TV fans, rejoice! With these gripping and star-studded shows, you’ll be hooked from start to finish. From con artists to celebrities, we’ve got the inside scoop on what’s new and exciting.
First up, “The Celebrity Traitors” spinoff is a must-watch. This BBC iPlayer show brings together an all-star cast in a thrilling game of survival. With Lucy Mangan praising its “essential elements,” this reality TV revival is sure to captivate your attention.
Another standout is “Dreaming Whilst Black,” the triumphant return of Adjani Salmon’s hilarious comedy about life as a Black British woman in the TV industry. Critics are singing its praises, with Ellen E Jones saying it’s a “must-have series.”
For a wild and thrilling heist drama, check out “Frauds” starring Suranne Jones and Jodie Whittaker. Lucy Mangan raves about Suranne’s complex performance as Bert, a damaged con artist with a lifetime of emotional baggage.
Fitness enthusiast Joe Wicks makes his screen debut in “Licensed to Kill,” a documentary that tackles the alarming ingredients in protein bars. With Jack Seale praising its “unabashed anger at commercialism,” this film is a call to action you won’t want to miss.
A riveting new documentary, “The Covid Contracts: Follow the Money,” paints a devastating picture of the Tories’ ‘VIP lane’ for PPE suppliers during Covid. Critics are left speechless, with Jack Seale saying it’s a program that forces us to consider something almost too disgusting to contemplate.
Finally, if you only watch one film this week, make it “I Swear,” Kirk Jones’s moving biopic of John Davidson and his work teaching Britain about Tourette syndrome. Peter Bradshaw praises the film for its “cathartic and therapeutic” portrayal of John’s journey.
These reality TV shows, documentaries, and films are sure to captivate your screen time this week. So grab some snacks, get cozy, and dive in!
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2025/oct/11/the-celebrity-traitors-to-i-swear-the-week-in-rave-reviews