Darkness Into Light 2024

Hannah Tyrrell & Stephanie Manahan
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Hannah Tyrrell & Stephanie Manahan

Saturday, 4th May 9.40am
We're joined now by All-Ireland winning Dublin footballer and former international rugby player Hannah Tyrrell on what Darkness Into Light means to her, along with CEO of Pieta, Stephanie Manahan.
Paul Ryder
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Paul Ryder

Tuesday, 23rd Apr 6.30pm
Performer and broadcaster Paul Ryder speaks about overcoming bullying and his involvement with Darkness into Light.
Darkness into Light
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Darkness into Light

Tuesday, 9th Apr 6.30pm
Erica Cody joins us to talk about this years Darkness into Light!
Darkness Into Light
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Darkness Into Light

Monday, 15th Apr 8.20am
Darkness Into Light service user Damian Sheridan joins us now to share his story, alongside Pieta House’s Ray Burke
From Darkness Into Light
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From Darkness Into Light

Wednesday, 8th May 8.20am
Pieta ambassador Cliona O'Hanlon talks about her personal journey about pregnancy loss and postnatal depression.

Virgin Media Originals

'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.
James Kavanagh and partner William Murray tour inspirational homes across Ireland.
Following real life experiences, this series looks at the emotional rollercoaster, challenges, and hard-won joys of buying a home in Ireland.
Chef Dylan McGrath mentors chefs-in-the-making in his restaurant Fade Street Social. His task is to prepare them to produce a fine dining event to raise funds for charity.
The disappearances of eight women whose bodies have never been found may never be solved after police missed crucial opportunities to investigate their murders.
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!

Virgin Media Discovers in association with Screen Ireland

With the looming arrival of the birth of a calf on the horizon, a sinister farm accident leaves Cáit with a terrible decision to make.
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.
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.
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

Britain's Got Talent returns with presenting duo Ant and Dec, judges Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon, Amanda Holden and Bruno Tonioli.
Contestants have the opportunity to accumulate cash for each question they answer correctly, but their earnings could all disappear with one final shot.
Comic Lee Mack hosts a hundred contestants as they answer logic and reasoning questions, their numbers slowly dropping as test-takers flunk out.
Ant and Dec host another fun-packed series of Saturday night entertainment.
We celebrate Britain's best loved television star, Bradley Walsh. In a personal and hilarious account, Bradley and celebrity friends tell the story of his life and career.
Iain Stirling hosts this game show as five friends take on Vicky Pattison, Pete Wicks, Olivia Buckland, Mikey North and Rickie Haywood Williams in a series of hilarious rounds.

Fall In Love With…

A group of single men and women live together in a beautiful location for a few weeks. Soon, they face various challenges as they try to find love and win the grand prize.
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.
A romantic comedy drama about finding love when you least expect it. Three people experience tragedies they feel they will never overcome.
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?
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?    
Dating show where three single men try to impress the girl by selecting the best dress!

Six Nations 2024

Wales v Scotland

Saturday, 23rd Mar 4.30pm
Wales face Scotland in the Women's Six Nations rugby tournament.

France v Ireland

Saturday, 23rd Mar 2.15pm
France face Ireland in the Women's Six Nations rugby tournament.

Episode 2

Sunday, 11th Feb 7pm
A round-up of all the action from round two of the 2024 Six Nations Championship as England play Wales, Scotland take on France and Ireland face Italy.

Ireland v Wales

Saturday, 13th Apr 4pm
Having had the advantage over Ireland in the Six Nations in recent years Wales will come to Virgin Media Park in Cork expecting another victory.

France v Italy

Sunday, 14th Apr 12pm
Six Nations action is live from Paris and the Stade Jean-Bouin as France entertain Italy in round three of the tournament.

Episode 3

Sunday, 14th Apr 8pm
The best of the action from round three of the Women's Six Nations as Scotland play England, Ireland face Wales and France tackle Italy.

Unmissable Drama

The disappearances of eight women whose bodies have never been found may never be solved after police missed crucial opportunities to investigate their murders.
Contemporary psychological thriller about a young woman who falls for her married lecturer.
Psychological thriller. Jim Hogan has returned home after a year away to find his eldest daughter Fiona ailing.
The characterful drama focuses on an ordinary working class woman, Sam, who is caught between two worlds - the everyday life of a devoted and loving Mum and the darker, dangerous world of insider trading.
Four-part drama. As the Titanic embarks on its maiden voyage from Southampton, people from all walks of life are aboard the supposedly unsinkable ship.
With its pale Provençal stone, faded grey shutters and cafés spilling onto pavements, serving glasses of rosé as temperatures rise, Aix-en- Provence presents a blissful scene. But, as Investigating Judge Antoine Verlaque and his romantic partner, Criminal Psychology Professor Marine Bonnet, know only too well, beneath even the most picture-postcard city there’s a hidden underbelly of dark secrets and disturbing misdeeds.

Reality

Complete strangers with opposite perspectives on a variety of topics share a meal together under the observation of psychology and human behaviour experts.
Dating show where three single men try to impress the girl by selecting the best dress!
Five party-loving pairs of contestants island hop around Greece's Aegean Islands in a race to take control of - and spend - 50,000 euros pre-loaded onto a golden cash card.
Maya Jama from Love Island UK hosts former Islanders from across the globe as they return to the tropical villa for a second chance at finding love and winning a $100,000 prize.
The Weekender is back - this time in Kavos! The previous series set in Ibiza became a ratings hit among the 16-34 demographic, and now we're jetting off to a brand new sun-soaked paradise
Legendary islanders from former series return to TV's most talked about villa for a second chance at finding love.

True Detectives at Work

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.
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.
Following the break-up of his home life, criminal psychologist Fitz discovers that a young woman he knew has been viciously murdered. Elsewhere, a blood-splattered man is found beside the railway tracks but on recovering consciousness, he claims memory loss.
Set in Cornwall, Detective Superintendent Charles Wycliffe, who works along with his colleagues DI Doug Kersey and DI Lucy Lane, investigates murder cases with his trademark determination and clinical accuracy.
Award-winning thriller following Detective Chief Inspector Jane Tennison
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

True Crime + Investigation

We follow the Guards in the dark and complex world of organised crime, as Ireland's criminal networks reach unprecedented levels of escalation.
Compelling crime brand reveals a new collection of this leading series.
We look back at one of the most anticipated trials in Irish history. Gerry 'the Monk' Hutch stood trial for the murder of David Byrne at the Regency Hotel in 2016.
'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.
A challenging documentary exploring cases of murder-suicide in Ireland through the testimonies of families directly affected
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

Sport

Coverage of the Women's Six Nations Tournament.
All the latest from the world of UEFA Champions League. Featuring highlights and interviews.
All the latest from the world of UEFA Europa and Conference Leagues. Featuring highlights and interviews.
Coverage of The League of Ireland Premier Division.
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.

Entertainment

The latest news, lifestyle features, human interest and consumer affairs stories presented by the Ireland AM team.
Katja Mia and Brian Dowling host a fast-paced, witty show in which they chat to some of Ireland's biggest celebrities and highlight consumer affairs and the latest trends.
Magazine show featuring lifestyle, cookery, fashion and news segments, along with celebrity interviews and gossip.
Join The Loose Women as they chat about news, issues and life in general.
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
Britain's Got Talent returns with presenting duo Ant and Dec, judges Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon, Amanda Holden and Bruno Tonioli.

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

After decades of hostility, comedian and world traveler Michael Palin is allowed to visit North Korea for two weeks and, to a limited extent, explore the country.
As the Irish Government struggles to get to grips with the number of refugees and asylum seekers entering the country, even moderate Irish people are asking: Is Ireland Full?
An ever-rising number of Irish people are travelling to Turkey for medical and cosmetic procedures. Why are they going, how does it work, and who's responsible when it all goes wrong?
On 6 January supporters of Donald Trump stormed the US Capitol. Trump's extraordinary presidency is explored through the events of that infamous day.
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.
Vicky Phelan exposed one of Ireland's biggest medical scandals and campaigned tirelessly on behalf of the women affected. Following her inspiring story which is known to be full of resilience and bravery.

Food + Travel

Chef Dylan McGrath mentors chefs-in-the-making in his restaurant Fade Street Social. His task is to prepare them to produce a fine dining event to raise funds for charity.
The brand new series of ‘The Restaurant’ returns to Virgin Media Television
For entrepreneurs Gareth and Ryan, life couldn't be sweeter as customers flock to their bakery for show stopping cakes for special occasions. And with their top team of cake queens, they are up to any challenge.
A celebrity chef puts aspiring young chefs through rigorous tests and assigns them several challenges in his kitchen in order to determine a winner.
The Hairy Bikers travel along Route 66, stopping often to enjoy local food, history and culture.
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.

Box Sets

The characterful drama focuses on an ordinary working class woman, Sam, who is caught between two worlds - the everyday life of a devoted and loving Mum and the darker, dangerous world of insider trading.
Psychological thriller. Jim Hogan has returned home after a year away to find his eldest daughter Fiona ailing.
Jann Arden stars as a fictionalized version of herself on a quest for renewed fame.
Five party-loving pairs of contestants island hop around Greece's Aegean Islands in a race to take control of - and spend - 50,000 euros pre-loaded onto a golden cash card.
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.
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?    

Movies

An American agent working with the British is assigned to Berlin to ferret out a treacherous Neo-Nazi gang.
A black comedy, set in a working-class Dublin hair salon, where the stylists become accidental vigilantes and community heroes as they take on those threatening their community.
Psychological thriller. A woman recovering from an abusive relationship marries a charming bank teller but soon finds herself losing her grip on reality
Norwegian resistance tries to stop German efforts to produce an atomic bomb component during World War II.
An FBI officer goes to extreme lengths to stay on the trail of a violent bank robber who has escaped from prison.
A humble orphan boy in 1810s Kent is given the opportunity to go to London and become a gentleman, with the help of an unknown benefactor.

Ireland AM

Astrology Of Travel
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Astrology Of Travel

Wednesday, 8th May 9.35am
Psychological astrologer Margaret Gray tells is about the astrology of travel.
Sporting Memorabilia
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Sporting Memorabilia

Wednesday, 8th May 8.45am
Author and historian Dr. Siobhan Doyle sgows us some incredible sporting memorabilia.
From Darkness Into Light
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From Darkness Into Light

Wednesday, 8th May 8.20am
Pieta ambassador Cliona O'Hanlon talks about her personal journey about pregnancy loss and postnatal depression.
Financial Advice For Couples
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Financial Advice For Couples

Wednesday, 8th May 7.45am
Financial advisor Eoin Mc Gee offers financial advice for couples and her talks about the positives and negatives of shared accounts.
Pat Marry
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Pat Marry

Tuesday, 7th May 8.15am
Lead detective joins us to discuss his new book on Murdered Garda Adrian Donohoe outside Lordship Credit Union
Met Gala Review
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Met Gala Review

Tuesday, 7th May 9.15am
We're joined by Irish designer Eamonn McGill, podcaster Cassie Delaney and makeup entrepreneur Aimee Connolly to review the best dressed of the night!

The Six O'Clock Show

Helen Lederer
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Helen Lederer

Friday, 3rd May 7.50pm
Comedian Helen Lederer spills the tangy truths behind her new memoir, "Not That I'm Bitter."
David Potts
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David Potts

Thursday, 2nd May 6.10pm
Celebrity Big Brother winner David Potts joins us now
Katie McGlynn and Ricky Rayment
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Katie McGlynn and Ricky Rayment

Wednesday, 1st May 6.25pm
Soap star Katie McGlynn from Coronation Street and reality TV’s Ricky Rayment from TOWIE, will be sharing their tale of finding romance on the high seas.
Daisy Cummins aka Abby Green
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Daisy Cummins aka Abby Green

Tuesday, 30th Apr 6.20pm
Daisy Cummins aka Abby Green will be on to chat about her new book Heir to his Empire
Seamus Moran and Sinead Murphy
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Seamus Moran and Sinead Murphy

Monday, 29th Apr 6.30pm
Seamus Moran and Sinead Murphy join us to talk about 'Dolly and Mick'.
Hilary Swank
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Hilary Swank

Friday, 26th Apr 6.20pm
Two-time Oscar winner Hilary Swank chats about her new movie ‘Ordinary Angels’

VMTV Food

Spicebag Toastie Special
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Spicebag Toastie Special

Wednesday, 8th May 8.35am
Joathan Finlay aka Nasti shares his recipe for his Spicebag Toastie Special.
Deep-Fried Rhubarb Pie
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Deep-Fried Rhubarb Pie

Wednesday, 8th May 9.50am
Jack O'Keefe shares his recipe for his Deep-Fried Rhubarb Pie.
Chicken Kiev Fries
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Chicken Kiev Fries

Tuesday, 7th May 8.30am
We're now joined by Gina Daly, who is making chicken Kyiv fries
Carnitas Tacos
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Carnitas Tacos

Sunday, 5th May 11.30am
Chef Dean Diplock celebrates Cinco De Mayo with some pork carnitas tacos in the kitchen!
North African Style Chicken Family Platter
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Chef Dean Diplock makes a delicious North African Style Chicken Family Platter!
Peanut Butter Cake
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Peanut Butter Cake

Saturday, 4th May 10.40am
Chef Krissy Gibson makes a delicious Peanut Butter Cake!

By Day

TODAY, Wednesday 8th May

A series featuring entertaining couples, families and friends from around Ireland who offer a critical assessment of the week's TV from the comfort of their own homes.
A police reconstruction of Lauren's final hours is harrowing for Bethany, Maria trains her camera on Gary and Sarah, and George scuppers Glenda's chance of expanding her empire.

Emmerdale

7:30pm
Nicky plans his future. Paddy consoles his friend Marlon. Kerry needs to raise money fast.

News at 7

7pm
The latest national and international news stories from the Virgin Media News team.
A fast-paced, witty chat show with some of Ireland's biggest celebrities. The show also delivers expert guidance on everything from consumer affairs to the latest trends.

News at 5.30

5:30pm
The latest national and international news stories from the Virgin Media News team.

Live Now

Wednesday, 8th May 11.27pm

42% Complete

The Group Chat

A round-table discussion of the latest news stories and topical issues. 60mins

45% Complete

Vanderpump Rules

Reality series. Kristen upsets Brittany by using a naked picture of Jax in her comedy show, while Ariana drops a bombshell on Stassi that leaves her stunned. 55mins

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Wentworth Prison

Marie consoles Lou, who is unaware of Marie's role in the conspiracy; Ferguson identifies the perpetrator and attempts to contact Vera. 65mins