Juno Temple stars in new drama Little Birds, there's a documentary about Castro’s Cuba, Sam Jay’s comedy special lands on Netflix, and there’s the season finale of Yellowstone . . .
Pick of the Day
Little Birds, 9.00pm, Sky Atlantic & NOW TV
Inspired by Anaïs Nin’s infamous collection of erotic short stories, this Sky original stars Juno Temple as troubled American debutante Lucy Savage, alongside Yumna Marwan and Hugh Skinner.
In the opening episode, it is 1955 and Lucy, the daughter of an arms manufacturer, arrives in Tangier where her husband-to-be, Lord Hugo Canvenish- Smythe (Skinner) is waiting for her.
After a disappointing reception, Lucy discovers Cherifa (Marwan), one of Tangier’s most scandalous characters, whocaptures her imagination and introduces her to the Interzone’s world of personal secrets, sexual possibilities and political strife.
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Cuba: Castro vs the World, 9.00pm, BBC Two
This two-part documentary looks back on Fidel Castro's leadership of Cuba, beginning with a look at his rise to power in 1959.
This regime change earned the hostility of the US and the support of the Soviet Union, a situation that culminated in the infamous Cuban missile crisis of 1962.
The programme also examines how Castro's government supported liberation struggles in other nations, including Algeria, Bolivia and Angola.
New or Returning Shows
The Talk, 10.00pm, Channel 4
Famous parents of black and mixed race children share their personal stories of making them aware of racism, and being given similar lessons by their own parents.
Tinie Tempah, Emeli Sandé, Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Lennie James, Maro Itoje and Ade Adepitan are among the contributors discussing being on both sides of this commonplace exchange, and how they dealt with subjects like being seen as different or dealing with the police.
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Ancient Superstructures, 9.00pm, Sky History
The secrets behind ancient marvels that are among the most studied and scrutinised monuments in the world, beginning with the Mont Saint-Michel in Normandy, France.
This visually stunning, small island is topped by a gravity-defying medieval monastery.
Barkskins, 9.00pm, National Geographic
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Historical drama, starring David Thewlis and Marcia Gay Harden, following the settlers in a French colony in 17th-century America, including a group of women recruited by the king to help increase his nation's population in the New World, under the strict tutelage of a local nun.
New to Download
Mundo Mistério, Netflix
Factual television series which explores topics related to science and history, hosted by Felipe Castanhari.
Sam Jay: 3 In The Morning, Netflix
Emmy Award-nominated Saturday Night Live writer Sam Jay is back with her first hour-long Netflix original comedy special.
Filmed at The Masquerade in Atlanta, Georgia, Sam Jay delivers what promises to be a witty, candid and raw brand of comedy that earned her recognition as a standout comic.
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Malibu Rescue: The Next Wave, Netflix
As summer returns to Malibu, Team Flounder takes to the beach to host - and unexpectedly compete in - the International Beachmaster Competition.
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Ending Today
Empire of the Tsars: Romanov Russia with Lucy Worsley, 9.00pm, BBC Four
Lucy Worsley wraps up her look at Russia by examining the period between 1825 and 1918, in which four successive tsars faced a Russian society moving rapidly toward revolution.
She discovers how the `Tsar-Liberator' Alexander II tried to free millions of serfs from slavery and examines the rise of radical writers and thinkers who sought to have a voice.
She also uncovers the family life of the last tsar, Nicholas II, including the influence of Rasputin and questions whether the killing of the ruler and his family could have been avoided.
Yellowstone, 9.30pm, RTÉ2
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The last two season one episodes of this drama starring Kevin Costner see Rip facing a sheriff's investigation after his accident with the tourists, Jamie's political future coming into question, and Beth going after Dan's finances.
In the finale, John discovers his true alliances, Rip searches for answers, Jamie's political career continues to be threatened, and Beth takes on a new role.
