Eugene Levy returns as The Reluctant Traveler, the great How To with John Wilson is back for a new run, while Shania Twain and Johnny Cash both feature on a kind-of country night on BBC Four . . .
Pick of the Day
The Reluctant Traveler, Apple TV+
"After experiencing season one, I've come to realize it's true what they say about travel broadening the mind - and I guess my mind could still take some broadening.
"So I'm packing my suitcase once again and looking forward - with a healthy dose of trepidation - to whatever adventures lie in store.
"Here's to trying new things - well, within reason," says host and executive producer Eugene Levy.
The second season will follow Levy through Europe as he visits some beautiful and intriguing destinations, uncovering hidden local gems and staying in remarkable and unique hotels along the way.
It includes preparing for Midsummer in Swedish tradition with a moose-tracking adventure, as well as visiting his mother's childhood homeland of Scotland for the first time.
He’ll be dining with a luminary and taking a bite out of French cuisine in Saint-Tropez, embracing wellness with a hay bath under German thatched roofs on the island of Sylt.
There’s a Greek fishing expedition around Milos, learning medieval customs and harvesting grapes in Italy, and playing football with an iconic Spanish star in Seville.
Nice work etc.
New or Returning Shows
How To with John Wilson, 11.05pm, BBC Two
Season three of this gloriously quirky series by John Wilson, where the filmmaker covertly records the lives of fellow New Yorkers while trying to share advice and deal with his own issues.
It kicks off with a double episode. First up, How to Find a Public Restroom. As the availability of public toilets dwindles in New York City, John tries to find clever ways to relieve himself.
Then at 11.35pm there’s How to Clean Your Ears, where John has his ears properly cleaned, then becomes transfixed with the city’s sounds and wonders if better hearing is what he wants.
Don’t Miss
Shania Twain at the BBC, 9.00pm, BBC Four
A collection featuring all of the Canadian singer-songwriter's biggest moments from the BBC archives.
Included are live performances, her earliest UK TV appearances from the days of debut hit Still the One, and classics That Don't Impress Me Much and Man! I Feel Like a Woman!
Johhny Cash: The Man, His World, His Music, 9.45pm, BBC Four
Here’s Robert Elfstrom's 1969 documentary charting the career of the legendary country star Johnny Cash, capturing the Man in Black at the peak of his powers.
Cash is seen performing with his new bride June Carter Cash, as well as in a rare duet with Bob Dylan, while the filmmaker also presents a behind-the-scenes look at the influential American musician as he interacts with friends, family, and aspiring young musicians.
The Last Leg, 11.00pm, Channel 4
Just like Gogglebox (10pm), this week’s Last Leg starts an hour late – due to Crufts and F1 coverage – as Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker are joined by guests including Lorraine Kelly (below) and Rob Beckett.
As usual, they’ll be indulging in a comic review of the significant moments of the past seven days.
The Late Late Show, 9.35pm, RTÉ One
Streaming on RTÉ Player
Patrick Kielty hosts the long-running entertainment show, featuring a mix of celebrity guests, music, in-depth interviews and discussions on some of the stories that have the nation talking.
The Graham Norton Show, 10.40pm, BBC One
The first of two compilations of highlights from the recent season of the star-tastic talk show.
Among the guests featured are Arnold Schwarzenegger, Julia Roberts (above), Tom Hanks, Judi Dench, Ncuti Gatwa, Kylie Minogue, Timothée Chalamet, Cher, Jay Blades, Greta Lee and Miriam Margolyes.
Tradfest: The Fingal Sessions, 8.30pm, RTÉ One
Streaming on RTÉ Player
This week’s acts include Fiachna Ó Braonáin, Mairead Ni Mhaonaigh, Moya Brennan and her children Aisling and Paul.
Also, there’s the legendary Ralph McTell (below) and rising singer, harper and undertaker Brídín from Sligo.
Movie
Red River, 9.30pm, TG4
Howard Hawks' excellent 1948 Western, starring John Wayne (below), Montgomery Clift, Walter Brennan, Joanne Dru and Coleen Gray.
Conflict grows between a tough Texan rancher (Wayne) and his Civil War veteran foster son (Clift) during a 1,000-mile cattle drive to Missouri.
The older man's uncompromising methods and unyielding outlook lead his workers to mutiny - and the son ends up siding with the rebellious ranch hands against his father.
New to Stream
Damsel, Netflix
A dutiful damsel agrees to marry a handsome prince, only to find the royal family has recruited her as a sacrifice to repay an ancient debt.
Thrown into a cave with a fire-breathing dragon, she must rely on her wits and will to survive.
