7 Best TV Shows to Watch This Week on Netflix, BBC and ITV

Good Housekeeping has identified seven television shows with five-star ratings arriving on platforms including ITV, Netflix, and the BBC. The curated selection focuses on high-rated content across multiple networks, ranging from crime dramas to missing persons thrillers.

Among the highlighted titles is The Murder Line, which is described as a rival to the works of Harlan Coben.

Savage River

ITV has acquired the Australian crime drama Savage River, which arrived on ITVX on Sunday, April 12, 2026. The series stars Katherine Langford as Miki Anderson.

The narrative follows Anderson as she returns to her hometown after spending eight years in prison. While Anderson seeks a new beginning, the local community remains focused on her past. The plot intensifies when a murder occurs in the town, leading the community to suspect Anderson.

Missed Call

Channel 5 is releasing a drama titled Missed Call, which premiered at 9pm on Monday, April 13, 2026. The production stars Joanna Lumley in the role of Sarah, a single parent.

The story centers on the disappearance of Sarah’s teenage daughter, Katie, who goes missing without explanation while on a school exchange in France. The only lead available to Sarah is a missed call on her phone.

As Sarah searches for her daughter in France, she encounters indifference from both the local police and the host family.

Additional BBC and Network Releases

The BBC is releasing Twenty Twenty Six, a spin-off from the BAFTA-winning series W1A. The production is noted for already gaining popularity among existing fans of the original series.

The full list of recommended five-star shows includes titles across various streaming and broadcast services, intended to provide viewers with high-quality alternatives to aimless searching for new content.