Mark Little and Carla O'Brien present Ireland 2050: Tomorrow Tonight, there's new documentary Sinéad O’Connor: Faith and Courage, The Lazarus Project returns, and Keanu Reeves narrates Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story . . .
Pick of the Day
Ireland 2050: Tomorrow Tonight, 9.35pm, RTÉ One
Streaming on RTÉ Player
This should get the climate crisis deniers in a right oul' twist.
It’s a scripted docudrama set 27 years in the future, presented by Mark Little and Carla O'Brien, who guide viewers through the breaking news moments on a seismic night, as climate change pushes Earth to a moment of crisis.
From a studio in Dublin - not RTÉ, presumably, as we'll be long gone by then - a panel of experts and augmented-reality graphic explainers decipher a range of complex issues for the audience.
Meanwhile a team of roving reporters link live by satellite to the studio, offering analysis and immediate reactions from multiple locations around the world, as they piece together the comprehensive global picture.
Don’t Miss
Shetland, 9.00pm, BBC One
This week Calder decides to stay on in Shetland and Tosh welcomes the support after uncovering a tattoo that sends the case in a sinister new direction.
Tom Knox is identified as the main suspect in the case but a confession about his relationship with Ellen send the team back to square one.
New or Returning Shows
Sinéad O’Connor: Faith and Courage, 9pm, Virgin Media One
One of the most controversial and influential figures in pop music, Sinéad O’Connor’s raw, powerful voice and outspoken personality made her a star to many.
But her willingness to challenge the status quo also made her a target of criticism.
Featuring friends and collaborators such as BP Fallon, Phil Coulter, Dermott Hayes and Camille O'Sullivan, this documentary explores the highs and lows of O'Connor's life and career, from her early days in Ireland to her meteoric rise to fame in the early 1990s.
It explores her struggles with mental health, her activism, and how her contribution to music and culture have been reassessed in the aftermath of her recent death.
The Lazarus Project, 10.00pm, Sky Max
Streaming on NOW
Here’s season two of this sci-fi series created by Joe Barton, the brains behind Giri/Haji.
When the world locks into a time loop in which the world ends every three weeks, the Lazarus team must race against time to find a solution before humanity is wiped out forever.
Among their number is resolute Lazarus agent, George (Paapa Essiedu), who’s been left in disgrace after betraying the organisation in the name of love.
George is determined to redeem himself and win back the trust of his friends, colleagues, and the love of his life. But when he discovers that the cause he’s fighting is more sinister than it appears, George begins to suspect that the only person he can really trust is himself
The Sex Lives of College Girls, 10.30pm, RTÉ2
The American teen dramedy series created by Mindy Kaling and Justin Noble returns for a second semester.
With everyone back from Thanksgiving break, the girls learn of their new social status as 'narcs' and all the frat parties they are now banned from attending.
Episode two follows at 11.05pm As life grows increasingly boring without frat parties, Bela and Leighton's determination to get back on Theta's good side leads to a sexy fundraiser.
Rúin na bPortach, 9.30pm, TG4
Cormac Ó hÁdhmaill explores the cultural influence of the world's peatlands and some of the unusual wildlife found upon them.
He meets with those advocating for the peat industry to continue in Finland and hears from the Dutch man who led a campaign to save Irish bogs.
The Crime I Can't Forget, 10.40pm, BBC One
In this new series, witnesses share their perspectives on the crimes that have changed their lives.
First up, Jonathan Gault sheds light on the impact his father's murder had on his life and the frustration he feels toward those who doubted his mother's innocence.
New to Stream
Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story, Disney+
Keanu Reeves tells one of the greatest sagas in Formula 1 history.
Through the insights of Ross Brawn and revered racing icons such as Jenson Button and Rubens Barrichello, all is revealed in this gripping four-part series.
From the formation of Brawn GP, see their remarkable journey through strategic manoeuvres and financial trials during an exceptionally competitive era in the sport's history.
Matt Rife: Natural Selection, Netflix
After having amassed a large social following through his viral content showcasing his wit and crowd work, Matt Rife (it rhymes with life) embarked on a sold-out world tour.
Now in his first Netflix comedy special, Matt leaves no topic untouched - from crystals to social media trolls - and no audience member spared.
Judge for yourself . . .
Ending Today
Banged Up: Stars Behind Bars, 9.00pm, Channel 4
The 'celebs in the cells' series comes to an end.
HRVY is roped into a secret drone delivery and Mail on Sunday columnist Peter Hitchens meets his cellmate who was once dubbed 'Britain's Naughtiest Schoolboy' in the Daily Mail.
Marcus Luther is on the hunt for an illicit phone to watch his son online and Tom Rosenthal grows increasingly frustrated with the prison rules.
As the experiment comes to an end, the VIPs reflect on their time inside.
