Fans of the popular Polish series "Zatoka szpiegów 2" will have to exercise some patience as the much-anticipated 18th episode will not air on TVP1 on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at 8:20 PM. This sudden change in the schedule has left many viewers puzzled, especially since there is no holiday that would typically warrant such a shift. However, Telewizja Polska (TVP) has a valid reason for this programming adjustment.
The 18th episode will be replaced by the concert "Tysiąclecie Korony Polskiej," which has been moved from its original date due to the funeral of the late Pope Francis. In light of this national mourning, which the President of Poland declared will take place from midnight on Friday, April 25, 2025, until midnight on Saturday, April 26, 2025, TVP made the decision to shift the concert to Sunday. The concert will commence at 8:00 PM and is expected to last until 9:55 PM, directly overlapping with the scheduled airing of "Zatoka szpiegów 2."
As a result, the beloved series will not find a slot in the evening's programming. Following the concert, TVP1 will resume its regular schedule with the reality show "Sanatorium miłości," but without the 18th episode of "Zatoka szpiegów 2," which will not fit into the revised timeline. The next episode of "Sanatorium miłości" will also start later than usual, at 9:55 PM instead of 9:20 PM, making it impossible to accommodate the serial.
For fans eager to catch the 18th episode sooner, there is good news. The episode will be available on the vod.tvp.pl platform immediately after its scheduled broadcast time on April 27, 2025, although access will require a fee. For those who prefer to wait, the episode is set to air on TVP1 on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the same time of 8:20 PM.
This programming change is indeed a one-time occurrence. Starting the following week, "Zatoka szpiegów 2" will return to its regular Sunday evening slot, airing the final two episodes of the season in succession. This upcoming episode promises to be thrilling, as it is the penultimate installment of the season, featuring a plot that involves a sabotage attempt against Bismarck, putting Eva (played by Sonia Mietielica) in grave danger. Will Franz (Bartosz Gelner) manage to save her? Viewers will have to wait to find out.
In addition to the changes to "Zatoka szpiegów 2," viewers of TVP1, TVP2, and TVP Polonia can expect a weekend of surprises due to the national mourning declared after Pope Francis's passing. As a result of this, several popular entertainment programs have been removed from the schedule. Starting from the morning of April 26, 2025, audiences will see documentaries and live coverage of the funeral ceremony from the Vatican, including a Mass at St. Peter's Square beginning at 10:00 AM.
The decision to remove entertainment shows such as "Jaka to melodia" and "Koło fortuny" reflects the gravity of the situation. Instead of these programs, viewers will see the drama series "Ojciec Mateusza" on Saturday, April 26, 2025, and the film "Mój przyjaciel Hachiko" will replace "Koło fortuny." The episode of "The Voice Kids" has also been canceled for this weekend.
Furthermore, TVP2 will air the film "Wielkie oczy" at 8:00 PM on April 26, 2025, and there will be a special edition of "Pytanie na śniadanie" dedicated to Pope Francis, reflecting on his life and legacy.
Other networks, including Polsat and TVN, have also opted to cancel entertainment programming in favor of film productions during this period of national mourning. This widespread adjustment across channels showcases the collective respect for the late Pope and the somber mood prevailing in the country.
As viewers navigate these changes, they can look forward to the return of their favorite shows in the weeks to come, with "Zatoka szpiegów 2" resuming its regular programming schedule shortly after the mourning period concludes. Fans are encouraged to stay tuned for updates and to mark their calendars for the next episode, which promises to deliver plenty of excitement and drama.
