Saturday, August 15th TV listings for PBS (WETA-TV2) UK Washington, DC
Lucy Worsley Investigates: The American Revolution The Break Up
Lucy Worsley investigates the 18th century breakup of Britain and America, including the turning points that led to America's Declaration of Independence from Britain in 1776.
Utopia The Law's the Law
Tony and Jim clash over the best way to tackle high level company tax fraud; Rhonda seeks help from a well-known television personality.
Utopia Working with Children
The arrival of a work experience student leads to unexpected ministerial developments; Nat is invited to join a prestigious board but ends up clashing with the chair.
Local historian Maggie Cole shares too much detail about the locals and their private lives during a radio show, changing life in the village forever.
The Count of Monte Cristo on Masterpiece The Letter
After getting his ship safely home, Edmond Dantes is betrayed and sent to prison on a false charge.
The Count of Monte Cristo on Masterpiece The Castle
As hope fades in prison, Edmond meets Abbé Faria, who tells him the location of a legendary treasure hidden on the island of Monte Cristo.
Chance encounters for cousins Joe and Soames Forsyte, rival heirs to the family firm, throw their steady lives into disarray.
After a family night at the opera, Jo makes a life-changing discovery while Soames makes a hasty decision.
Alice and Jack are bound by a powerful connection, but a deep trauma from Alice's past causes her to reject him.
Miss Scarlet and the Duke on Masterpiece The Case of Henry Scarlet
Eliza pieces the puzzle together to find out what really happened to her father, with the help of the Duke and Moses.
As Julien and Zsofia investigate far-right politician Kamilla Agoston, Emma finds a lead on Alex's computer that takes her and Julien to a shocking and bloody discovery.
Oakley Wines enjoys newfound fame and welcomes a surprise visitor, while gala preparations take an explosive turn, putting the entire showcase at risk.
In the aftermath of the siege, Geordie fights for his life; Alphy tracks a fugitive through the countryside; the Grantchester family must face final questions of love, redemption and forgiveness.
Midsomer Murders Dressed to Kill: Part 2
Parish chairwoman Lois Springfield is found dead in a theater, leading detectives to believe it is because of her hostility toward a drag show being organized.
TURN: Washington's Spies Challenge
Anna searches for intelligence at Andre's exclusive gentleman's party.
In the aftermath of the siege, Geordie fights for his life; Alphy tracks a fugitive through the countryside; the Grantchester family must face final questions of love, redemption and forgiveness.
Midsomer Murders Dressed to Kill: Part 2
Parish chairwoman Lois Springfield is found dead in a theater, leading detectives to believe it is because of her hostility toward a drag show being organized.
TURN: Washington's Spies Challenge
Anna searches for intelligence at Andre's exclusive gentleman's party.
Oakley Wines enjoys newfound fame and welcomes a surprise visitor, while gala preparations take an explosive turn, putting the entire showcase at risk.
Once Upon a Time in Northern Ireland Who Wants to Live Like That?
Peace is finally achieved in 1998 with the Good Friday Agreement after decades of cyclical violence.
The Boleyns: A Scandalous Family The Fall
Anne makes her play for the biggest prize in the kingdom, and in so doing changes the course of British history; the Boleyn's have no idea of the high price they will have to pay.
Utopia The Promise Land
The government stalls on an election promise of the NBA moving to independent status; the office undergoes workplace respect training, complicating a prospective romance between Nat and a visiting consultant.
Utopia Tunnel Vision
Jim ups security measures while trying to sway the outcome of tenders for an international partnership; Nat is infuriated by her new assistant; the office is challenged on green energy initiatives.
Nature Attenborough and the Sea Dragon
Onsite extraction of fossils of an ichthyosaur, a fish lizard that ruled during the time of the dinosaurs, and a 3-D reconstruction of the creature; host David Attenborough.
Euromaxx at It´s Best Italy at Its Best
Admire Rome without digging deep into your pocketbook, experience the magical atmosphere of Carnival in Venice, find out how a Borsalino hat is made and enjoy a delicious Italian gelato.
Euromaxx at It´s Best Portugal at Its Best
Discover Portuguese tile art in the capital Lisbon, stroll through the streets of Porto and admire the natural paradises of Madeira and the Azores.
The Boleyns: A Scandalous Family The Fall
Anne makes her play for the biggest prize in the kingdom, and in so doing changes the course of British history; the Boleyn's have no idea of the high price they will have to pay.