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Weekend Action Picks on GREAT! \u2013 From Classic Westerns to Sci\u2011Fi Thrillers<\/h1>\n

Looking for a weekend that packs more punch than your usual binge? GREAT! Action rolls out a lineup that spans dusty cattle\u2011towns to interplanetary gunfights, and even a bit of uplifting journalism to keep the mood bright.<\/p>\n

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Classic Westerns that Still Hold Up<\/h2>\n

08:10 \u2013 09:10 (London)<\/strong> \u2013 The High Chaparral<\/em> (S3\u202fEp17). The show throws mysterious events onto a ranch and keeps the tension tight. A solid pick for anyone who enjoys frontier grit.<\/p>\n

09:10 \u2013 11:10 (London)<\/strong> \u2013 Bad Man’s River<\/em> (1971). This comedy\u2011western delivers bank\u2011robbing chaos with a double\u2011cross twist. One of the better options for a light\u2011hearted shoot\u2011em\u2011up.<\/p>\n

11:10 \u2013 13:20 (London)<\/strong> \u2013 Angel and the Badman<\/em> (1947). A war\u2011time Western starring Audie Murphy. The pacing is steady, and it holds up well for fans of 1940s cinema.<\/p>\n

13:20 \u2013 14:16 (London)<\/strong> \u2013 A Time for Killing<\/em> (1967). A Civil War drama that offers tension and period detail. Reliable for a deeper dive into 1960s epic storytelling.<\/p>\n

14:16 \u2013 15:20 (London)<\/strong> \u2013 The Charge of The Light Brigade<\/em> (1968). A war satire that balances humor and history. Still entertaining in a modern context.<\/p>\n

Sci\u2011Fi Action for the Weekend<\/h2>\n

18:00 \u2013 18:56 (London)<\/strong> \u2013 Sniper Elite<\/em> (2014). A high\u2011tech shoot\u2011out against an alien army. A one\u2011of\u2011the\u2011best action pieces in the current schedule.<\/p>\n

20:00 \u2013 22:15 (London)<\/strong> \u2013 The Predator<\/em> (2016). Alien hunters return with more ferocity. A reliable choice for fans of classic Predator lore.<\/p>\n

22:15 \u2013 23:11 (London)<\/strong> \u2013 Predator 2<\/em> (1990). A sequel that keeps the urban jungle alive. Holds up well when compared to other sci\u2011fi sequels.<\/p>\n

23:16 \u2013 00:35 (London)<\/strong> \u2013 Predestination<\/em> (2015). Ethan Hawke in a time\u2011loop thriller. One of the better options for those who like cerebral action.<\/p>\n

News & Rescue for the Curious<\/h2>\n

08:00 \u2013 08:10 (London)<\/strong> \u2013 Good News on GREAT! Extra<\/em>. A brief, uplifting round\u2011up of positive stories.<\/p>\n

03:20 \u2013 04:05 (London)<\/strong> \u2013 Coast Guard Alaska<\/em> (S1\u202fEp1). Real\u2011world sea rescues that showcase daring heroism.<\/p>\n

04:15 \u2013 04:40 (London)<\/strong> \u2013 Air Rescue<\/em> (S2\u202fEp1). A mix of personal emergencies and team heroics.<\/p>\n

These segments add a grounding element to the otherwise high\u2011energy schedule.<\/p>\n

Bottom Line<\/h2>\n

From dusty Westerns that respect their roots to action\u2011packed sci\u2011fi that stretches the imagination, GREAT! Action\u2019s weekend lineup has something for every mood. Keep it on your radar, and you\u2019ll find a reliable mix that keeps the adrenaline flowing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n