Cruising with Susan Calman

Scheduling Insights - Seasonal Series

Cruising with Susan Calman has maintained a steady Biannual rhythm for 3 years, typically returning in January. Since its inception as a successor to the network's previous travelogue franchises, the series has become a cornerstone of Channel 5’s lifestyle programming. The production schedule is notably aggressive, often yielding multiple series or themed specials within a single calendar year to satisfy the high demand for escapist factual content. By maintaining a consistent presence on Friday nights, the show has solidified Susan Calman’s status as a primary face of the network’s factual entertainment division, bridging the gap between traditional broadcast television and modern travelogue formats.