"James Martin delivers a masterclass in weekend relaxation, blending high-end gastronomy with the comfort of a home kitchen."
James Martin’s Saturday Morning has evolved from a simple culinary showcase into a cornerstone of British weekend programming. By stripping away the rigid studio artifice found in traditional food media, the series captures an authentic, relaxed atmosphere within Martin’s own home. This ninth season continues to champion seasonal ingredients and high-caliber guest chefs, maintaining a standard of excellence that keeps the format fresh. The interplay between professional precision and casual conversation creates a viewing experience that is both instructional and comforting. As the production sharpens its focus on regional producers and innovative techniques, the show remains a dominant force in the morning schedule. Viewers looking to refine their own kitchen skills should certainly track Season 9 for the latest masterclasses and guest appearances.
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Aug 30, 2025 | Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Peter Wright, Atul Kochhar, Lesley Waters | |
| E2 | Sep 06, 2025 | Carol Kirkwood, Ronnie Murray, Judy Joo | |
| E3 | Sep 13, 2025 | Ore Oduba, Vanessa Williams, Dipna Anand, Daniel Galmiche | |
| E4 | Sep 20, 2025 | Amy Macdonald, Cyrus Todiwala, Meliz Berg | |
| E5 | Sep 27, 2025 | Russell Watson, Asma Khan, Kate Austen | |
| E6 | Oct 04, 2025 | James Morrison, Aktar Islam, Shivi Ramoutar, Daniel Clifford | |
| E7 | Oct 11, 2025 | Rick Astley, Simon Hulston, Ryan and Liam Simpson Trotman and Alysia Vasey | |
| E8 | Oct 18, 2025 | Mariella Frostrup, Galton Blackiston and Jonathan Phang | |
| E9 | Oct 25, 2025 | Ben Miller, Lisa Goodwin-Allen, Sami Tamimi and David Domoney | |
| E10 | Nov 01, 2025 | Amanda Owen, Romy Gill, Glynn Purnell, and Paul Rankin | |
| E11 | Nov 08, 2025 | Joanna Page, Merlin Griffiths, Francesco Mazzei and Jude Kereama | |
| E12 | Nov 15, 2025 | Scarlette and Stuart Douglas, Tommy Banks and Kenny Atkinson | |
| E13 | Nov 22, 2025 | Nicky Campbell, Emily Scott, Stephen Terry and Merlin Griffiths | |
| E14 | Nov 29, 2025 | Ardal O'Hanlon, Raymond Blanc, Tom Shepherd and David Domoney | |
| E15 | Dec 06, 2025 | Aled Jones, Greg James, and chefs Nieves Barragan and Richard Corrigan | |
| E16 | Dec 13, 2025 | Monica Galetti, Atul Kochhar Matt Dawson and Nicola Lando | |
| E17 | Dec 20, 2025 | Sir Mark Cavendish, Lesley Waters, Ashley Palmer-Watts and Richard Bertinet | |
| E18 | Dec 25, 2025 | Christmas Day 2025 - Jodie Kidd and Gloria Hunniford | |
| E19 | Dec 27, 2025 | Shirley Ballas | |
| E20 | Jan 03, 2026 | Rishi Nair, Kacey Ainsworth, Gordon Buchanan, Cyrus Todiwala and Ronnie Murray | |
| E21 | Jan 10, 2026 | James Nesbitt, Jimmy Doherty, Kate Austen and Nathan Outlaw | |
| E22 | Jan 17, 2026 | Kelvin and Liz Fletcher, Chantelle Nicholson, Andres Alemany and Paul Foster | |
| E23 | Jan 24, 2026 | Jack Savoretti, Asma Khan, Jonny Lake, Ryan and Liam Simpson-Trotman | |
| E24 | Jan 31, 2026 | Francis Rossi, Romy Gill, Corrin Harrison, and Merlin Griffiths | |
| E25 | Feb 07, 2026 | Peter Andre, Daniel Clifford and Jose Pizarro | |
| E26 | Feb 14, 2026 | Marti Pellow, Alex Dilling, Sabrina Gidda, and Levi Roots | |
| E27 | Feb 21, 2026 | Freya Ridings, Jill Douglas, Sat Bains, Dipna and Gulu Anand | |
| E28 | Feb 28, 2026 | Katie Piper, Megan Nicholls, Lorna McNee and Michael Caines | |
| E29 | Mar 07, 2026 | Alan Davies, Sami Tamimi, and David Domoney | |
| E30 | Mar 14, 2026 | Jane McDonald, Judy Joo, Curtis Stone, and Merlin Griffiths | |
| E31 | Mar 21, 2026 | Alfie Boe, Penny Lancaster, Paul Rankin, and Shivi Ramoutar | |
| E32 | Mar 28, 2026 | James Cracknell, Meliz Berg, John Hooker, and Merlin Griffiths | |
| E33 | Apr 04, 2026 | Patsy Kensit, Ryan and Liam Simpson-Trotman, Lisa Goodwin-Allen, and Alysia Vasey | |
| E34 | Apr 11, 2026 | Amy Dowden, Carlos Gu, Francesco Mazzei, and David Domoney | |
| E35 | Apr 18, 2026 | Nigel Havers, Tom Aikens, Sabrina Gidda and Atul Kochhar | |
| E36 | Apr 25, 2026 | Michael Ball, Galton Blackiston, Ruth Hansom and Glynn Purnell | |
| E37 | May 02, 2026 | Kelly Brook, Tommy Banks, Alex Dilling and Alysia Vasey | |
| E38 | May 09, 2026 | Guy Martin, Romy Gill, Nick Nairn and Lesley Waters | |
| E39 | May 16, 2026 | Josie Gibson, Victoria Pendleton, Merlin Griffiths, Dipna Anand and Tom Shepherd | |
| E40 | May 23, 2026 | The Shires, Alexis Ffrench, Stephen Terry and Daniel Galmiche | |
| E41 | May 30, 2026 | Elaine Paige, Jose Pizarro and Tony Singh | |
| E42 | Jun 06, 2026 | Natasha Hamilton, Mike Reid and Mark Tilling |
Release Window: Late Q3 / Early Autumn
James Martin's Saturday Morning has maintained a steady annual rhythm for seven years, typically returning in September. Since its debut on ITV in 2017, the program has established itself as a weekend fixture, filling the void left by Martin's departure from the BBC. The series follows a rigorous production cycle that ensures fresh content for the autumn television lineup, usually kicking off the new broadcast year at the start of the school term.
The show's reliability is a cornerstone of ITV's morning strategy, providing consistent ratings through its mix of celebrity guests and accessible culinary instruction. Unlike many lifestyle programs that take long hiatuses, this series maintains a high volume of episodes per season, often running deep into the following spring. Its historical trajectory shows a disciplined adherence to the September launch window, making it one of the most predictable schedules in current British lifestyle television.