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Sunday Spectacle on GREAT! Action: Murder Maps, Hercules & More \u2013 Your Guide<\/h1>\n

Looking for the best Sunday lineup on the GREAT! Action channel? Here\u2019s a rundown of standout shows, from chilling crime narratives to high\u2011octane adventures, with a quick guide to what to catch.<\/p>\n

09:00 \u2013 10:00 \u2013 Murder Maps<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A gripping series that reconstructs the Jack the Ripper murders in Whitechapel, this episode offers a deep dive into the detective work and historical context of the infamous serial killer. The pacing is tight, and the visuals capture the grim atmosphere of 19th\u2011century London.<\/p>\n

\"Murder<\/p>\n

10:00 \u2013 12:00 \u2013 Bad Man’s River<\/strong><\/h2>\n

This 1970s comedy western pairs Lee Van\u202fCleave with James Mason in a wild bank\u2011robbing caper. The slapstick humor and over\u2011the\u2011top action scenes make it a pleasant, if not entirely serious, watch.<\/p>\n

\"Bad<\/p>\n

12:00 \u2013 14:00 \u2013 We Dive at Dawn<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A WWII drama starring John\u202fMills, the story follows a British submarine crew racing against a new German battleship. The tension rises as fuel runs low, and the narrative keeps you on edge.<\/p>\n

\"We<\/p>\n

14:00 \u2013 14:56 \u2013 Between Heaven And Hell<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Set in WWII, this drama stars Robert\u202fWagner as a plantation owner forced to confront the horrors of war. The transformation of the character is the most compelling element of the episode.<\/p>\n

\"Between<\/p>\n

16:00 \u2013 16:56 \u2013 Force 10 From Navarone<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The sequel to the classic WWII film features Harrison Ford in a daring strike force in Yugoslavia. The action sequences are well choreographed, though the plot is somewhat predictable.<\/p>\n

\"Force<\/p>\n

18:30 \u2013 19:26 \u2013 Hercules<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Dwayne Johnson leads this epic action series as the mythic hero that transforms legends into muscle. While the plot follows a familiar formula, Johnson\u2019s charisma keeps the story lively.<\/p>\n

\"Hercules\"<\/p>\n

20:30 \u2013 21:26 \u2013 The Ice Road<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Liam Neeson stars in this subzero thriller about an ice\u2011road trucker leading a rescue mission. The tension builds as the ice melts and secrets emerge, creating a solid narrative arc.<\/p>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

22:45 \u2013 23:45 \u2013 The Avengers<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A thriller that follows Steed as he hunts spies escaping from Oldhill Monastery. The pacing is a bit uneven, but the stakes are clear and the atmosphere is suitably tense.<\/p>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

23:45 \u2013 01:45 \u2013 The Persuaders!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Danny and Brett investigate a vanished dead body in a woodland setting. The mystery is intriguing, though the resolution feels rushed.<\/p>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

01:45 \u2013 03:30 \u2013 Stonados<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A schlocky disaster film featuring Paul Johansson battling tornadoes in Boston. The humor is low\u2011brow, but it\u2019s an entertaining romp for those who enjoy campy action.<\/p>\n

\"Stonados\"<\/p>\n

03:30 \u2013 05:00 \u2013 Coast Guard Alaska<\/strong><\/h2>\n

This series showcases the U.S. Coast Guard\u2019s daring rescues in extreme conditions. The action sequences are realistic and the stakes feel genuine.<\/p>\n

\"Coast<\/p>\n

05:00 \u2013 05:50 \u2013 Air Rescue<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The series follows a rescue crew dealing with a series of accidents. The dramatic moments are well executed, though the episodic structure can feel repetitive.<\/p>\n

\"Air<\/p>\n

05:50 \u2013 06:00 \u2013 Good News on GREAT! Extra<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A quick roundup of uplifting stories from the UK and abroad. It\u2019s a light\u2011hearted close to a busy Sunday.<\/p>\n

\"Good<\/p>\n

Bottom line: Sunday on GREAT! Action offers a mix of crime drama, war tales, western antics, and high\u2011stakes rescue missions. While some shows lean into formulaic storytelling, each brings its own flavor to the schedule, ensuring there\u2019s something for every mood.<\/p>\n

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