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What's On Weekly: May 4, 2026

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Welcome back to What's On Weekly!
 

This week, see the story behind David Attenborough's "Life on Earth," a Broadway performance of Suffs, and the season finales of Call the Midwife and The Count of Monte Cristo.
 

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Life On Earth: Attenborough's Greatest Adventure

In 1976 David Attenborough embarked on his most ambitious project ever. No-one had ever attempted a natural history series on this scale before. His reputation was on the line. This is the story behind TV’s first wildlife blockbuster, Life on Earth.

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Tune in Wednesday, May 6, at 7pm.

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Great Performances | Suffs

Created by Tony Award winner Shaina Taub, this musical recorded from Broadway tells the story of the American suffragist movement and the remarkable friendships, heartbreak, and action that brought women together—or, in some cases, tore them apart. 

The ensemble cast features Taub as Alice Paul, Tony winner Nikki M. James as Ida B. Wells, Tony nominee Jenn Colella as Carrie Chapman Catt, and Grace McLean as President Woodrow Wilson.

TUNE IN
Tune in Friday, May 8, at 8pm.

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Call the Midwife | Season 15 Finale

The fifteenth season of Call the Midwife comes to a close this week!

In Episode 8, as Sister Veronica weighs her future with the Order, Dr. Turner makes a final stand against the council’s news before the maternity home closes.

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Tune in on Sunday, May 10, at 7pm.

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The Count of Monte Cristo on MASTERPIECE | Season Finale

The Count of Monte Cristo comes to a close this week on MASTERPIECE!

In Episode 8, Edmond targets his final enemies, but after years of deceit, is love still possible for him?

TUNE IN

Tune in on Sunday, May 10, at 9pm.

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