There's the best of Laughter in the Eyre Comedy Carnival, Sam Mendes talks about film in new series Life Cinematic, while Matt Cooper and Ivan Yates chair an election debate between the leaders of the main political parties . . .
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Laughter in the Eyre - Vodafone Comedy Carnival Galway, 10.30pm, RTÉ 2
Presented by Karl Spain and Anna Clifford, this one-off show captures the magic and colour of Galway's Laughter in the Eyre.
The carnival is now Ireland's biggest comedy festival. Held annually in the last week of October, the city of the tribes sees over 100 comedians entertaining locals and visitors alike.
This special features top comics such as Andrew Maxwell, Reginald D Hunter, Terry Alderton, Jo Caulfield and Seann Walsh, plus lots of newer faces showcasing their talent.
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New or Returning Shows
Sam Mendes: Life Cinematic, 9.00pm, BBC Four
In this first episode of a new series, Oscar-nominated British director Sam Mendes talks to Edith Bowman about the films that have influenced his life and career.
His choices range from late 20th century classics such as Blue Velvet, Taxi Driver and The Godfather II to contemporary masterpieces, including Lost In Translation.
Mendes also provides insights into the making of his most recent film, 1917, and reflects on his early introduction to cinema, as well as his aspirations for the future.
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New to Download
Ainori Love Wagon: African Journey, Netflix
To find love, seven strangers leave Japan and embark on a journey through the continent of Africa together.
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The Stranger, Netflix
Paul Kaye, Siobhan Finneran, Anthony Head, Shaun Dooley, Dervla Kirwan and Stephen Rea star in this eight-part Netflix original adapted from Harlan Coben's book of the same name.
In what looks like a compelling drama, secrets, violence and a conspiracy send family man Adam Price on a desperate quest to uncover the truth about the people closest to him.
Ending Tonight
Dr Pimple Popper, 10.00pm, TLC
This season finale features Inoke, who has a huge and potentially life-threatening bulge on his shoulder. And it's been there for over a decade!
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Don't Miss
First Dates Ireland, 9.30pm, RTÉ 2
This week Mateo welcomes Michael from Dublin who, at 81, is the oldest-ever dater in the restaurant.
Will this master gardener cultivate the attention of elegant and independent Lorraine (75) from Tullamore?
Meanwhile, Robbie wastes no time in telling his date beautician Klaire that he has a prosthetic leg. But it’s his use of bad language that lands him in trouble.
Also: scientist Dylan meets super-motivated Shane, while super-positive Stephen dates chef Hanna.
The Leaders' Debate: Election 2020
Ahead of the General Election on Saturday week, Matt Cooper and Ivan Yates (below) chair a debate between the leaders of the main political parties.
