What’s Showing On Sky And Now Next Week: Pack Your Bags And Enjoy The Five Star Weekend With Animal Control And An Anaconda!
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Carl Roberts 
Pack your bags for The Five Star Weekend, deal with Animal Control, and wrestle with a comedic remake of Anaconda on Sky and NOW next week!
One weekend, five friends, and a whole life story. Jennifer Garner leads an all-star cast in the adaptation of Elin Hildebrand’s bestselling novel. The Five Star Weekend begins on Sky Atlantic and NOW next week. Also showing on the platforms are Animal Control seasons 1-4, the second part of Katie Price: Nothing To Hide, and the movie premiere of Jack Black and Paul Rudd’s comedic remake of Anaconda. With new episodes of your favorite shows also premiering, there’s a dearth of entertainment available right at your fingertips.
The Five-Star Weekend
Friday: Arrivals / Friday Night: Pajama Dance Party – Season 1, episodes 1 & 2
Hollis Shaw (Jennifer Garner), a famed cook and best-selling author known for her delicious recipes, impeccable taste, and warm demeanor, suffers a devastating loss. Unable to move forward, the death starts to expose the cracks in Hollis’ picture-perfect life – her strained marriage, her complicated relationship with her daughter, and her growing pursuit of validation from her fans.
In an effort to overcome grief and find herself again, Hollis gets the idea to host a weekend away at her house on Nantucket with three friends from different stages in her life: her childhood, her twenties, her thirties, and one surprise fifth star. Set against a luxurious and coastal backdrop, the stars will mature in ways they could never imagine as boundaries are pushed and secrets are exposed. Also starring Chloë Sevigny, Regina Hall, Gemma Chan, D’Arcy Carden, and Timothy Olyphant.
​​​​​​Thursday 16 July 21.00 Sky Atlantic & NOW – all episodes available
Animal Control
Season 1 – 4
Recently renewed for a fifth season in the US, the hit workplace comedy makes its big debut on Sky, with seasons 3 and 4 airing for the first time on these shores.
A group of local animal control workers’ lives is complicated by the fact that animals are simple, but humans are not. Leading the crew is Frank (Joe McHale, Community), an opinionated, eccentric animal control officer who may not have gone to college but is still the most well-read person in the room. In his past life as a cop, Frank tried to expose corruption in his department, but his efforts got him fired, leaving him cynical and curmudgeonly. Despite his rough exterior, he is blessed with an almost superhuman ability to understand animals.
​​​​​​From Monday 13 July 18.00 Sky One & NOW
All episodes from seasons 1-4 are available on demand from Saturday, 11 July
Katie Price: Nothing to Hide
Jordan v Katie – Part 2 of 4
A Sky Original four-part series from Louis Theroux’s BAFTA-winning Mindhouse (Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere, Lockerbie) and BAFTA and International Emmy-winning director, Paddy Wivell, brings a documentary lens to Katie’s story, combining extraordinary unseen footage with first-time testimony to deliver a revealing portrait of one of Britain’s most enduring celebrity figures.
​​​​​​Wednesday 15 July 21.00 Sky Documentaries & NOW – all episodes available
COMING TO SKY CINEMA
Anaconda (2025)
THIS IS NOT A REBOOT. It is an entirely original comedy, inspired by the cinematic ‘classic’ “Anaconda”, that features Doug (Jack Black) and Griff (Paul Rudd), who have been best friends since they were kids and always dreamed of remaking their all-time favorite movie. When a midlife crisis pushes them to finally go for it, they head deep into the Amazon to start filming. But things get real when an actual giant anaconda appears, turning their comically chaotic movie set into a deadly situation.
​​​​Available from Friday, 17 July, Sky Cinema Premiere & NOW
Redux Redux
In an attempt to avenge her daughter’s death, Irene Kelly travels through parallel universes, killing her daughter’s murderer over and over again. She grows addicted to the revenge streak, putting her own humanity in jeopardy.
​​​​​​Available from Saturday 11 July, Sky Cinema Premiere & NOW
Anemone
Anemone explores the complex and profound ties that exist between brothers, fathers, and sons.
The directorial debut of Ronan Day-Lewis, featuring the long-awaited return of Daniel Day-Lewis to film. Also starring Samantha Morton, Sean Bean, and Samuel Bottomley.
​​​​​​Available from Sunday 12 July Sky Cinema Premiere & NOW
ALSO NEW THIS WEEK
SKY ONE
Best Medicine
There Might Be Blood – Season 1, episode 7
When Port Wenn puts on its annual ‘Blood Factory,’ celebrating the gory horror novel set there, Martin must contain his secret, debilitating blood phobia when Louisa gets seriously ill and needs his help. Meanwhile, the town is all atwitter when the novel’s author is rumored to be making a surprise visit to the event.
Tuesday 14 July 20.00 Sky One & NOW – New episodes weekly
SKY ATLANTIC
House of the Dragon
Season 3, episode 4
There will be no doubt who the gods have chosen to rule. Based on George R.R. Martin’s Fire & Blood, the series, set 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones, tells the story of House Targaryen. Season three stars Matt Smith, Emma D’Arcy, Olivia Cooke, Steve Toussaint, and Rhys Ifans.
Monday 13 July 21.00 Sky Atlantic & NOW – New episodes weekly
‌Faithless
Susanna / Scandinavian Freedom – Season 1, episodes 3 & 4
In 1978, David and Marianne grew closer while filming a movie. Decades later, they reflect on the choices that damaged their families and changed their lives.
Then, when Marianne vanishes, David revisits the past. Decades earlier, their passionate affair blossomed on a trip before ending in heartbreak.
Tuesday 14 July 21.00 Sky Atlantic & NOW – New episodes weekly
SKY ARTS
Opry Live
Join us for Opry Live to experience the Opry from home! This week, enjoy performances by Kelsea Ballerini, Kameron Marlowe, 49 Winchester, and Ashley Cooke.
Sunday 12 July 19.00 Sky Arts & NOW
SKY WITNESS
Fire Country
The Tiny Ways We Start to Heal – Season 4 episode 3
The Station 42 team responds to a dangerous zipline accident that escalates into a wildfire due to illegal fireworks. Meanwhile, Sharon struggles with letting go of Vince’s belongings and unexpectedly finds comfort in Vince’s ex, Renee.
Wednesday 15 July 21.00 Sky Witness & NOW – New episodes Weekly
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Showdown – Season 27 episode 8
When a man claims his girlfriend was kidnapped, Bruno investigates the holes in his story. Tynan comes down hard on Benson after a disagreement. Griffin must defend his policework on the stand.
Monday 13 July 21.00 Sky Witness & NOW – New episodes Weekly
Plan your weekly viewing on Sky and NOW.
Introducing Carl! As the News Editor at Future of the Force, Carl has been an invaluable member of our team since early 2016. His expertise and dedication have made him an integral part of our editorial staff. Beyond his professional role, Carl is a fervent supporter of Liverpool F.C. and an avid follower of pop culture. He has a deep passion for Halloween, Friday the 13th, and the iconic movie franchises Star Wars and Star Trek.
He can be found either at his neighborhood cinema, enjoying the latest releases on the big screen, or at home streaming the newest blockbuster movies.
