If you're going no further than the sofa, here are some tips on what's worth watching on the box over the weekend. As ever, it’s a busy one...
Pick of the weekend
Dancing with the Stars, 6.30pm Sunday, RTÉ One
It’s the season two finale final of Dancing with the Stars as the three remaining celebs take to the dancefloor at Ardmore Film Factory for the last time.
Former Cork camogie player Anna Geary, singer Jake Carter and actress/comic Deirdre O'Kane compete for the much coveted Glitter Ball Trophy, with Jake fortunate enough to make it through last week's dance-off against Erin McGregor.
This should be a cracking contest, and no doubt judges Julian, Loraine and Brian will have plenty to say as this year's contest comes to a glittering climax. Hosts Amanda Byram and Nicky Byrne will try to keep the peace.
New or Returning Shows
Britain's Favourite Food, 8.00pm Friday, Channel 4
In the first episode, Simon Rimmer tells the story of Angel Delight and why it was such a hit, revisits the golden summer of 1979 and lollies like Zoom and Fab, and relates the amazing tale of Blue Nun and the wine the French allegedly adored: Le Piat d'Or.
Picasso's Last Stand, 9.00pm Saturday, BBC Two
Here's previously the untold story of the last decade of the great artist's life, through the testimony of family and close friends - many of them the people he allowed into his private world in the 1960s.
Life Story, 8.30pm Sunday, RTÉ 2
David Attenborough shows how animals attempt to overcome the challenges that face them at each of the six crucial stages of life as they strive towards ultimate success.
In the first episode, animals overcome their first great hurdle: surviving infancy.
Reggie Yates: Searching for Grenfell's Lost Lives, 9.00pm Sunday, BBC Two
Reggie Yates meets people whose lives have been devastated by the Grenfell fire in London, hoping to piece together the human stories behind some of those lost in the tragedy.
Ending this weekend
Hold the Sunset, 7.30pm Sunday, BBC One
Despite the presence of John Cleese and Alison Steadman, this old codger comedy has been pretty flat and unfunny.
Phil (Cleese) is worried that Edith’s (Steadman) old flame Bob (James Cosmo) may be gaining ground, and that his own one-time floozy Desiree (Shobna Gulati) may put in an unwelcome appearance.
Jamestown, 9.00pm Friday, Sky One
As season two of this so-so soapy period drama set in 17th Century Virginia concludes, Jocelyn discovers what it means to lose everything and Alice is in for a rocky ride.
Mosaic, 10.00pm Saturday, Sky Atlantic
It’s the finale of Steven Soderbergh’s ambitious-but-baffling murder mystery mini-series. Petra is on dangerous ground as she attempts to solve the Mosaic puzzle. Is everything as it seems? Perhaps perception is everything.
The Last Leg, 10.00pm Friday, Channel 4
The current season of the topical talk show comes to an end with award-winning actor Michael Sheen helping the team dissect the week's events.
David Attenborough's Natural Curiosities, 8.00pm Saturday, BBC Two
The Siamese fighting fish is so aggressive it will fight its own reflection until it is exhausted, while male kangaroos were once pitted against humans in the boxing ring. Yep, curious critters.
Hugh's Wild West, 6.00pm Saturday, BBC Two
In the final episode, nature lover Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall pays tribute to the wildlife heroes who are protecting the West Country's creatures.
Troy: Fall of a City, Saturday, BBC One
The Trojans receive a message from the gods and embark on a daring raid with their newfound allies. Helen’s situation remains precarious, whilst Achilles is provoked into returning to battle.
New to Download
The Defiant Ones, from Friday, Netflix
Director Allen Hughes (Menace II Society) traces the rise of music moguls Dr Dre and Jimmy Iovine and chronicles their groundbreaking partnership that defies the disparities of their social and musical backgrounds.
By all accounts, this is a superb documentary series.
Alexa & Katie: Season 1, from Friday, Netflix
Alexa is battling cancer. But with her best friend, Katie, by her side, she's also starting high school - and ready for whatever comes next.
Santa Clarita Diet: Season 2, from Friday, Netflix
Drew Barrymore and Timothy Olyphant are back for more zombie fun. What turned Sheila undead? Has Joel boarded the crazy train? Are Eric and Abby just friends? The questions - like the bodies - are stacking up.
Don't Miss
Ireland's Got Talent, 7.30pm Saturday, TV3
It's the Grand Final of TV3's version of the talent show franchise, with wild cards dancer Zacc Milne and singing granddad Matt Dodd joining Aaron J Hart, Xquisite, RDC, Double Ismpact, FKFT and Linda McLoughlin in the live showdown.
Regardless of the outcome, it's been a hoot of a first season with Louis Walsh and the rest of the judges being almost as entertaining as the talent.
Chat Show Line-ups
The Late Late Show, 9.35pm Friday, RTÉ One
Downton Abbey and Paddington star Hugh Bonneville, Home of the Year heads Hugh Wallace, Deirdre Whelan and Patrick Bradley, former Cork Rose Ruth Carroll and entrepreneur Niall McGarry are in studio.
Plus there's music from Bad Wolves and The Lost Brothers.
Grand Slam star Tadhg Furlong and Dancing With the Stars judge Julian Benson are also on a very busy guest list.
The Ray D'Arcy Show, 9.50pm Saturday, RTÉ One
Former news anchor Aengus Mac Grianna, artist Hetty Lawlor and comedian Mario Rosenstock join Anthony former White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci on this week's line up.
Weekend movies
Inside Out, 6.35pm Saturday, RTÉ One
This smart 2015 animation film from Pixar stars the voices of Amy Poehler and Bill Hader and should brighten up any Saturday evening for anyone of any age.
After young Riley is uprooted from her Midwest life and moved to San Francisco, her emotions - Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness - conflict on how best to navigate a new city, house, and school.
Also...
Guardians of the Galaxy, 10.30pm Saturday, BBC One
Chris Pratt stars as Peter Quill, the leader of a group of intergalactic criminals forced to work together to stop a fanatical warrior from taking control of the universe.
Box Set Binge
The Sopranos: Seasons 1-6, From Friday, Sky Box Sets & NOW TV
Every episode of the multi-award-winning mob drama – named the best-written television show in history by the Writers Guild of America – returns to Sky Box Sets.
Over the course of six seasons, James Gandolfini and a superb ensemble cast, including Edie Falco, Lorraine Bracco and Michael Imperioli, deal with the mix of mob and family life.
Hailed as a masterpiece by critics, and adored by millions of fans, The Sopranos is now an essential part of TV history.
