ITV unveils ITV4 programming lineup

ITV has unveiled the programming lineup for new male channel ITV4.

The slate includes a mix of mostly US series in the genres of crime, reality and talk but also features blockbuster films and coverage of sporting events.

Among the crime shows are a remake of classic detective series Kojak, starring Ving Rhames in the title role; Wanted, described by one critic as "CSI on acid"; and the UK premiere of a mini series based on the film Traffic.

Reality shows include Invasion Iowa, where William Shatner attempts to hoax an entire town, and The Assistant, a spoof version of The Apprentice previously shown on MTV.

ITV4 will also "give over weeknights" to The Late Show With David Letterman, the popular US talker that has been missing from the schedules since May.

Full Metal Jacket, Carlito's Way and Magnum Force are on the channel's film slate while planned sporting coverage includes Champions League, live boxing, Tour de France and the World Poker Challenge.

Stephen Arnell, editor of ITV4, said: "ITV brings a whole new dimension to the ITV family of channels, premiering brand new US shows and premium UK sporting events as well as quality movies and great comedy. ITV4 is set to follow in the footsteps of ITV2 and ITV3 as a successful addition to the ITV family of channels."

Launching Tuesday, November 1st, ITV4 will air daily between 6pm and 6am across all digital platforms.