Entertainment · 5 April 2026

Children's TV block CITV ending after 42 years

Millions of people who grew up watching children's shows will lose access to CITV programming. The beloved channel's block on ITV2 closes on April 10, marking the end of a 42-year run that began in 1984. Some content moves to CBBC and ITVX Kids, but the iconic CITV brand disappears entirely.

By BriefTea Editorial · 5 April 2026 at 9:14

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