BBC Casualty taken off air tonight as changes made to TV schedule
BBC drama Casualty, the Saturday night staple, is set for a break this weekend as sports take over the television schedule.
The beloved medical series is set to be side-lined on Saturday, July 5, with sporting events claiming the spotlight. Wimbledon 2025 will be occupying BBC One's sought-after 7.15pm to 10pm slot, forcing the regular programming, including Casualty, off air.
However, fans need not feel too dismayed, as Casualty is set to make its return on Saturday, July 12 at 8.50pm, and in the meantime, episodes are available on BBC iPlayer.
This announcement comes hot on the heels of dramatic scenes that saw Stevie Nash (portrayed by Elinor Lawless) resuming her duties after cancer treatment in one of the recent instalments, reports Wales Online.
While doctors recommended more recuperation time, Stevie was adamant about diving straight back into work, only to be overwhelmed when a spate of overdose cases hit the ED.
New face Flynn Byron (played by Olly Rix), despite promising to support Stevie throughout their shift, found himself whisked away to tackle other crises.
Audiences were quick to voice concerns about Stevie's hasty return, expressing doubts over whether it was truly the right move for her.
One viewer remarked: "Sorry, Stevie. I don't think you're ready at all #Casualty", whilst another chimed in with: "Stevie being thrown into the deep end on Day 1 #Casualty."
Someone else penned: "Poor Stevie rushed off her feet on Day 1" While another viewer expressed: "Stevie you shouldn't be back so soon – actually I'm glad you are but please look after yourself."
Echoing that sentiment, another remarked: "Stevie really hasn't been supported back to work at all #casualty" Meanwhile, a concerned fan noted: "Poor Stevie. Much too soon to come back to work."
One viewer lamented: "My heart breaks for Stevie #casualty" As the tension escalated, someone else observed: "Tonight's episode is stressful."
BBC's schedule has seen other major changes this week with Wimbledon and Women's Euro 2025 taking over many of the prime slots as they kick off.
The One Show has also hit pause on its regular weeknight appearance on BBC One at 7pm – Alex Jones confirmed during the last airing on June 27 by telling the audience: "We are taking a bit of a break for the next four weeks and we'll be back on Monday, 28th July – but there's plenty to enjoy like Wimbledon and the Euros."
Additionally, EastEnders found a temporary new home on BBC Two with consecutive episodes aired last Monday and Tuesday at both 7pm and 7.30pm.
Daytime television has had a shuffle too, with Escape To The Country bidding farewell to its customary 3pm weekday slot on BBC One to make room for tennis coverage.
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