Today's viewing options include the season finale of Reeling in the Years, Jimmy McGovern’s Time, a trio of games from Euro 2020, Brian Cox, Dermot Bannon, summer sounds and a trip to Camelot . . .
Pick of the Day
Reeling in the Years, 8.30pm, RTÉ One
The final episode of this run recalls the hits and the headlines of 2019, when Offaly's Shane Lowry won the British Open, US president Donald Trump came to Ireland on a brief visit and the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris (below) was destroyed in a huge fire.
Meanwhile, tens of thousands of Irish schoolchildren followed Swedish teenager Greta Thunberg's example and joined international 'school strike' protests demanding action on climate change.
2019 was an exceptional year for Gaelic football in Dublin as the county celebrated a third All-Ireland LGFA title in a row, along with a fifth All-Ireland men's title in a row.
Don’t Miss
Time, 9.00pm, BBC One
The latest Jimmy McGovern tale continues.
Eric receives word that his son has been badly beaten at Chapel Grove and is currently in hospital.
He subsequently gives in to the threats, and agrees to help smuggle drugs to spare his son further harm.
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Mark considers writing to the wife of the man he killed, and finds that his new cellmate is one of his former students - who accuses him of being a bad teacher.
On a positive note, he may have a chance to put his skills to use by helping another inmate to learn to read.
UEFA Euro 2020, 1.30pm, RTÉ2
Day three of the Euros begins with England v Croatia (KO 2.00pm), the opening Group D fixture, which takes place at London's Wembley Stadium.
That’s followed by the opening fixture in Group C, which takes place at National Arena Bucharest, as Austria face debutants North Macedonia (KO 5.00pm).
Finally, the other Group C teams, Netherlands and Ukraine, meet at Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam (KO 8.00pm).
For a break in codes, there's Allianz League Sunday at 10.10pm, before a return to football for UEFA Euro 2020 Highlights at 11.45pm.
Brian Cox's Adventures in Space and Time, 9.00pm, BBC Two
In an episode entitled What Is Gravity? physicist Brian Cox (above) takes a fresh look at the concept of gravity, revealing it to be far more than just the force that makes things fall to the ground.
He revisits his previous programmes, including being first on the scene to meet a capsule returning three astronauts from the International Space Station.
He also demonstrates how a bowling ball and feather fall at the same speed in the largest vacuum chamber in the world.
New or Returning Shows
The Lark Ascending, 7.00pm, BBC Four
Here’s a bit of culture for ya.
The late Diana Rigg explores the enduring popularity of composer Vaughan Williams' The Lark Ascending, which was written in 1914 as Europe approached the First World War.
The programme culminates in a performance by 15-year-old violinist Julia Hwang and pianist Charles Matthews at Shirehampton Public Hall, Bristol, where the piece was premiered in December 1920.
Featuring contributions by actor Peter Sallis, performer Tasmin Little, and critic and friend of the composer, Michael Kennedy.
New to Stream
Emperor, Sky Cinema & NOW TV
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Dayo Okeniyi, Naturi Naughton, Katerina Graham, Mykelti Williamson, James Cromwell, Bruce Dern director Mark Amin’s historical adventure.
Set during a turbulent time in American history (is there ever any other kind?), this epic story is inspired by the legend of 19th century freedom fighter, Shields 'Emperor’ Green, a descendant of African kings turned outlaw slave in the pre-Civil War South.
After escaping and fighting his way north, a chance encounter with the abolitionist John Brown leads to a daring raid on Harper’s Ferry, helping to forever alter the course of American history in the process.
Ending Tonight
Dermot Bannon's Super Small Spaces, 9.30pm, RTÉ One
The architect helps a man who wants to create his own desert island complete with beach hut in Ardee, county Louth.
Dermot Bannon also visits a couple in Dublin who have transformed a former warehouse into their home.
Then it’s to Ulster’s Donegal, where Dermot visits a thatched roofed pavilion located on top of a rocky cliff in the Ards Forest Park, designed by Tom O'Sullivan.
Sunday Cinema
Camelot, 1.40pm, RTÉ One
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Oscar-winning musical based on the Arthurian legend, starring Richard Harris, Vanessa Redgrave, Franco Nero, David Hemmings and Lionel Jeffries.
King Arthur is happily married to Queen Guenevere, but the arrival of handsome knight Sir Lancelot leads to infidelity and betrayal.
For a time, the king refuses to believe his wife is having an affair, but the lovers are betrayed by Arthur's son, the conniving Mordred.
It’s nowhere near the best of musicals that made the big screen, but there are some great songs. Not least, the gloriously upbeat theme tune.
Summer Holiday, 1.50pm, BBC One
This musical comedy, starring Cliff Richard, Lauri Peters, Melvyn Hayes, Una Stubbs, Ron Moody and the Shadows, is pleasantly undemanding.
It’s pretty much lazy Sunday afternoon viewing. Close your eyes and drift away . . .
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The story revolves around four mechanics who embark on a fun-filled trip across Europe on board a double-decker London bus.
They enjoy all manner of romantic adventures with three young women who hitch a ride on their way to Athens - but an unexpected stowaway causes a few surprises.
Family Flick
Paddington 2, 5.00pm, BBC One
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Children and/or family aren’t essential to accompany this excellent comedy adventure, starring Hugh Bonneville, Hugh Grant (in great form) and Sally Hawkins, with Ben Whishaw providing the voice of Paddington.
The lovable little bear has settled into his new life with the Brown family in London, becoming a much-loved member of the local community.
Well, that is until his search for a birthday present for his aunt leads to him being framed as a thief.
While the Browns try to clear Paddington's name, he tries to make himself at home in prison, winning over the other convicts and getting involved in an escape attempt.
