Hollywood legend Susan Sarandon joins Jamie and Jimmy's Friday Night Feast, Michael Caine leads the cast in Twist, 1980s’ drama It’s a Sin continues, and there are guests galore on The Late Late and Graham Norton shows . . .
Pick of the Day
Jamie and Jimmy's Friday Night Feast, 8.00pm, Channel 4
In this episode, filmed in 2019, Hollywood legend Susan Sarandon swaps the glamour of Hollywood for Southend Pier as Jamie and Jimmy make Sicilian-inspired chicken thighs wrapped in smoky pancetta, inspired by Sarandon's Italian roots.
Plus, the hosts are bubbling over with excitement as they get to make their very own English sparkling wine, and must leave the Capri behind when they sample the wares a little too enthusiastically.
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The Late Late Show, 9.35pm, RTÉ One
This week, Vicky Phelan underwent her first week of treatment in Maryland, for what she hopes will be a process that will prolong her life and afford her more time with her family. Vicky joins Ryan from the US to give an update on her journey so far.
RTÉ's Northern Editor Tommie Gorman will discuss Covid-19 and the border issue, and the standout moments from the four decades he has spent bringing news reports to Irish viewers and listeners.
Also, Wellerman singer and TikTok sea shanty star Nathan Evans, gaelic footballer Shane Carthy will talk about battling with his mental health, while music will be from Niamh Regan, the RTÉ Choice Music Prize nominee from Galway.
It’s a Sin, 9.00pm, Channel 4
Last week’s opening episode of Russell T Davies’s drama about life for gay men as HIV took hold in the 1980s enjoyed universal acclaim.
As 1984 opens up, Ritchie and Jill embark on a scheme to become professional actors, Colin is excited to be offered a trip to New York.
Roscoe hides his fury when he finds himself excluded from his sister's wedding, while Jill finds herself entering a world of mystery and fear.
The stories in the headlines are becoming true, and the shadow of Aids looms, but Ritchie's denial is ferocious and Jill finds herself unable to tell the truth as the situation gets worse.
Remember, you can catch up on It's a Sin or download all episodes at All4.
Hip Hop: the Songs that Shook America, 10.00pm, BBC Four
A look at groundbreaking hip-hop songs, revisited by the artists behind them, that were pivotal to the evolution of American music and culture.
The first episode features Kanye West's Grammy-winning 2004 release Jesus Walks, which stood out by placing West's personal interpretation of Christian faith at the centre of its message.
Next up: a look at Kendrick Lamar's 2015 Alright, which was inspired by a visit to South Africa.
Followed at 11.25pm by Hip Hop at the BBC, including the Sugarhill Gang, Run DMC, Ice T, Monie Love, Dr Dre, Dizzee Rascal and Jay-Z.
The Graham Norton Show, 11.15pm, BBC One
Garrulous Graham is joined by Hollywood star Sam Neill, and actress Billie Piper, Cold Feet star James Nesbitt, and comedian Ando Osho. Plus, Tom Jones performs No Hole in My Head.
Thoroughbreds, 12.10am, Channel 4
Anyone who enjoyed Anya Taylor-Joy in The Queen’s Gambit should lap her up in Cory Finley’s teak-black comic thriller.
Two upper-class Connecticut teenagers (played by Olivia Cooke and Taylor-Joy) rekindle their unlikely friendship after years of growing apart.
They also hatch a plan to solve their problems, no matter what the cost. A pact is made between them, but which girl is willing to go the furthest?
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The Dig, Netflix
Here's a drama directed by Simon Stone, and based on the 2007 novel of the same name by John Preston.
It stars Carey Mulligan, Ralph Fiennes, Lily James, Johnny Flynn, Ben Chaplin, Ken Stott, Archie Barnes and Monica Dolan and reimagines the events of the 1939 excavation of Sutton Hoo in Suffolk, England.
It's the site of two early medieval cemeteries that date from the 6th to 7th centuries and illuminates a period of history that lacks documentation.
Twist, Sky Cinema & NOW TV
The Charles Dickens classic is brought up to date in this Sky Cinema Original film, where a group of street-smart young hustlers plan the heist of the century.
The cast ranges from the legendary Michael Caine as Fagin, former Game of Thrones star Lena Headey as Sikes, Rita Ora as Dodge and - making his film debut, Jude Law's son Raff in the title role of Twist.
David Walliams pops up as the real villain of the piece in what’s basically a caper movie.
It’s no classic, but it is fun. Remember that?
X-Men Apocalypse, Disney+
The Marvel Universe's march on Disney+ continues.
This time around, X-Men fans can ravel back to the 1980s and join Professor Charles Xavier, alongside Raven Hank and Moira McTaggert.
They're the ones who must lead a team of young X-Men to stop an ancient all-powerful mutant and save mankind from - you’ve guessed it - complete destruction.
Finding 'Ohana, Netflix
A summer in rural Oahu takes an exciting turn for two Brooklyn-raised siblings when a journal pointing to long-lost treasure sets them on an epic adventure with new friends, and leads them to reconnect with their Hawaiian heritage.
