It's the Race Across The World finale, and Love Island is back: What's coming up this week

This week offers a variety of exciting entertainment options for viewers and fans of reality TV, music, and film. One of the highlights is the finale of the popular BBC One show Race Across the World. This series features pairs of contestants racing across thousands of kilometers, starting from the Great Wall of China and traveling through Nepal and India. The teams compete for a £20,000 prize, and the show is as much about the personal stories of the contestants as it is about the race itself. This year’s participants include teenage sweethearts Fin and Sioned, a mother and son duo Caroline and Tom, sisters Elizabeth and Letitia, a former married couple Yin and Gaz, and brothers Brian and Melvyn. The breathtaking scenery and the human stories make this show a favorite for many viewers.

Another much-anticipated return is the reality dating show Love Island, which begins its latest season on ITV2 and ITVX. The show has been a summer staple for a decade, known for its mix of romance, fun, and drama. This year’s cast includes a motivational speaker, a gold trader, and a landscape gardener. However, the season started with some controversy when contestant Kyle Ashman was removed after news of a past arrest surfaced. Despite this rocky start, the producers hope to deliver an entertaining and smooth season that continues to attract a large audience.

On BBC Three, the second series of I Kissed a Boy reaches its finale. This groundbreaking gay dating show pairs singles who meet and kiss to test their chemistry. Over the past month, viewers have witnessed budding romances, jealousy, and drama, all overseen by host Dannii Minogue. Contestants promise that the final episode will be full of unexpected twists. For those who miss the finale, the entire series is available on BBC iPlayer. In addition to these shows, music fans can look forward to Ed Sheeran’s appearance on Louis Theroux’s podcast, where he discusses his career and personal life. Gamers have the new release MindsEye from Build A Rocket Boy, a studio led by Leslie Benzies, known for his work on Grand Theft Auto. The game promises action and a complex story but has received mixed reviews before its launch. Finally, film lovers can enjoy Juliet & Romeo, a pop musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic, starring Rebel Wilson and Jason Isaacs. The film is the first in a planned trilogy and offers a fresh take on the famous love story. Other notable releases this week include new TV series, documentaries, music albums, and movies, making it a busy and exciting week for entertainment.