TV
Your complete guide to all the latest movies, television, audio programmes and games available to enjoy on board your longhaul bmi flight (for services to and from Saudi Arabia, please see separate in-flight entertainment guide)
TELEVISION >> MUST SEE
SPORT Channel 12
2006 Open Championship
After a 40-year absence, The Royal Liverpool Golf Club hosted the world’s greatest golfers as The Open Championship returned to the famous English course. Every year The Open attracts the very best golfers from the European and US Tours as they compete for the famous claret jug.
Best Goals of the 2006 World Cup
June and July 2006 saw the attention of football fans around the world focus on Germany as more than 30 countries competed for the ultimate prize in football, the FIFA World Cup. This programme focuses on all the best goals and the greatest action from the tournament.
UIM Class 1 World Powerboat 2006/07 – British Grand Prix
The famed UIM Class 1 World Powerboat Championship is one of the most spectacular and dramatic series in the international motor sport, comprising of eight races.
The Urban Freestyler
Against the backdrop of London’s urban underbelly, watch 13 of the world’s top football and basketball freestylers perform amazing tricks. A hip-hop soundtrack adds to the ‘in your face’ nature of this amazing footage.
KIDS Channel 13
Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends
Foster’s is a Victorian mansion filled with hundreds of unique characters from all over the world, thought up by completely different children for completely different reasons.
All Grown Up
The Rugrats are feeling the pressure of the looming school tests; a rash of thefts puts Dil under suspicion; and Angelica is stuck with a mini version of herself.
The Batman
In his mid-twenties, Batman’s just finding his way as the caped crusader and learning to balance crime fighting with his public persona as billionaire bachelor Bruce Wayne.
Spongebob Squarepants
Two episodes. When a stranger falls asleep in the Krusty Krab, Krabs and Spongebob think they’ve killed a health inspector with a spoiled Krabby Patty; and a large TV proves less fun than the box it came in.
My Gym Partner’s a Monkey
Adam is accidentally transferred to the Charles Darwin Middle School, where zoo animals send their kids. He soon discovers that having a monkey buddy isn’t always easy.
FAMILY Channel 14
Planet Earth
David Attenborough’s epic story of life on Earth. Five years in production, over 2,000 days in the field, 40 cameramen filming in 200 locations: this is the ultimate portrait of our planet. Stunning television combines rare action, unimaginable scale, impossible locations and intimate moments with the wildest creatures. From mountain tops to sea beds, this is a truly unforgettable journey through the daily struggle for survival in Earth’s most extreme habitats.
Creature Comforts
Two back-to-back episodes from the new series. Based on the hilarious Oscar-winning short, Nick Park’s animation puts the voices of ordinary people into the mouths of the largest cross-section of plasticine animals seen on the small screen.
Doctor Who*
David Tennant steps into the role of the Doctor to take on more terrifying aliens. In this episode, the Doctor and his sidekick, Rose, have to protect Queen Victoria, but can anything stop the Empire of the Wolf?
*Advisory: Programme contains scenes of a more adult nature that young children could fi nd disturbing
ALTERNATIVE COMEDY Channel 15
Extras*
Bitter actor Andy Millman (Ricky Gervais) gave up his day job to find fame. So far he’s yet to land a speaking part, but he’s sure the big time is coming his way soon. Thanks to Patrick Stewart (aka Captain Jean Luc Picard from Star Trek), things are looking up when he’s called for an important meeting at the BBC.
The IT Crowd*
The fed up and forgotten IT support staff working away in the dingy basement of Reynholm Industries are put to the test when the boss declares a ‘War on Stress’.
The Thick of It*
Set in the corridors of power (and spin), this double Bafta-award-winning comedy follows the career of Hugh Abbot (Chris Langham), an MP harassed by Number 10’s policy enforcer (Peter Capaldi) and dependant on his not-so-reliable team.
Suburban Shootout*
Joyce and Jeremy arrive in Little Stempington. A guided tour of the town turns into a nightmare when the local Wicker Barn is blown up and Joyce is framed.
*Advisory: This channel features strong language throughout and scenes that might offend some viewers. It is not suitable for children or younger viewers
NEW COMEDY Channel 16
Everybody Hates Chris
Chris lets a local kid ride his bike – despite Julius’ warnings – and he takes off with it. When Julius’ co-workers go on strike he takes up some of the housework, much to Rochelle’s annoyance.
My Family
Ben has had a run-in with a cyclist while driving and is furious. He doesn’t stop ranting until Alfie suggests he calls a radio station to air his views and he is invited in to discuss his hatred for cyclists at length.
Joey
After Michael and Abby break up, Joey takes Michael to Tijuana to help him get over it. Alex and Gina run into problems when they decide to go to a nightclub.
Will & Grace
They’re dreading a dinner date with dull friends Rob and Ellen, but the couple spice things up by making an important announcement. Their focus changes, however, when their server is Will’s ex-boyfriend, Vince (guest star Bobby Cannavalle).
Stacked
Skyler arranges for Katrina to meet famous singer Steven Tyler, but a series of unfortunate events threatens to ruin the rendezvous. Gavin is worried that a famous author and her publicist are using him.
CLASSIC COMEDY Channel 17
Father Ted
A trip to the mainland has disastrous consequences. Ted has a brief encounter with Richard Wilson (aka Victor Meldrew from One Foot in the Grave), Douglas nearly starves to death, Mrs. Doyle is imprisoned and Father Noel ends up stuck under a big pile of rocks.
The Royle Family
Barbara has insisted that the living room is completely redecorated for Baby David’s upcoming christening, so Jim and Twiggy get down to work. David gets blackmailed into helping them with it while Denise is suffering from post-baby fatigue.
Black Books
It is International Children’s Book Week and Bernard and Manny decide to write their own kids’ classic and retire on the proceeds. Fran is off on a hen weekend, but still finds a way to fall out with the boys.
Absolutely Fabulous
Patsy agrees to put a fashion spread in her magazine of the product Edina is promoting and they both go to Marrakesh for the photo shoot. Saffron goes with them but Edina ends up selling her to slave traders.
ENTERTAINMENT Channel 18
Boston Legal*
Shore tries hard to get an elderly woman freed from an exploitative conservatorship, Lewiston takes a break from the law firm and Schmidt and her ex-husband Ivan are opposing counsel in a divorce case where the clients are fighting over a collection of personal belongings.
Man Stroke Woman
A sketch show about relationships, friendship, work and everyday life. New comedy from the producer of The Office, with a cast including Nick Frost, Nick Burns and Amanda Abbington.
Hustle
There’s a new conman in town and he’s in search of a crew. The stranger is the grandson of a legendary American con artist who made a fortune flogging fake gold mines on the stock market. His grandson has come to avenge his death. Initially wary, the Hustle crew accepts the challenge – the chance to bring down a bank and outwit a fellow pro is too tempting. After all, the greatest con of all is to con another grifter.
*Advisory: Programme may contain strong language. Not suitable for children
REALITY Channel 19
Manchester flights only
Rick Stein’s French Odyssey
It’s the last leg of Stein’s culinary cruise but France still has plenty of delicious offerings, including roast local black sea bream in the historic town of Aigues Mort and freshly baked sea bass in the Camargue marshlands. In the seaport of Marseilles Rick has a rendezvous with chef and friend Simon Hopkinson and they sample the perfect bouillabaisse.
Through Hell and High Water
Olympic Gold medallist, James Cracknell, likes to win. Television presenter, Ben Fogle, has never set foot in a rowing boat. Together they have decided to attempt one of the world’s toughest challenges: to row, unaided, 2,900 miles across the Atlantic. Through Hell and High Water follows the unlikely pair as they set out on their epic adventure with only each other for company.
Top Gear 2006
Britain’s premier motoring show brings you revealing reviews delivered with irreverence, wit and unbiased honesty. The Top Gear team, led by Jeremy Clarkson, is not afraid to tell you the truth about the cars they review – both good and bad – making for entertaining viewing.
HINDI Channel 19
Mumbai flights only
Main Hoon
Enter the world of Bollywood director Anurag Basu.
Tune to India
The best Indi-pop videos.
Indian Holiday
A visual exploration into the cultural ethos of the country.
Sabse Bada Rupaiya
A hilarious story of a family left with lots of wealth but no written will.
Bollywood Zone
Popular and timeless songs.
DRAMA Channel 20
With Hindi subtitles on Mumbai flights only
Life On Mars*
Sam returns to 1973.
Coronation Street
The life of Mike Baldwin.
Medium*
Spooky happenings inspired by real-life events.
*Advisory: Programmes contain strong language and violence. Parental guidance recommended
