Ella Purnell stars as a killer in gore-lorious drama Sweetpea, Grey's Anatomy returns for a 21st season, Sarah Parish leads the cast in new sci-fi cop show Curfew, and there’s a Question Time US Election Special . . .
Sweetpea, 9.00pm, Sky Atlantic
Streaming on NOW
The rise of British actress Ella Purnell (Yellowjackets, Fallout) continues apace.
Here she stars in this new Sky original six-part drama that’s very much a coming of rage story.
Purnell plays Rhiannon Lewis, who doesn’t make much of an impression on others and people walk past her in the street without a second glance.
Then everything in her life turns upside down.
Rhiannon is pushed over the edge and loses control. Suddenly the wallflower is gone, and in its place is a young woman capable of anything
But can she keep her new killer instinct a secret?
Question Time US Election Special, 9.00pm, BBC One
Fiona Bruce presents this special edition of the Beeb's regular political discussion show from National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, ahead of next month's US presidential election.
She’ll be inviting American voters to quiz a panel on topics crucial to the election such as the economy, immigration, abortion, foreign affairs, as well as the character and policy preferences of Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.
Should be interesting as viewers on this side of the Atlantic are offered a unique insight into the issues for US voters at such a volatile and divisive time in American politics.
Scéalta ár Stampaí, 8.00pm, TG4
Here’s a six-part series telling rich stories of Irish culture and history in a completely novel way, through the wonderful images seen on our postage stamps through the decades.
First up, Eoin Ó Catháin takes a look at how politics is depicted on postage stamps, meeting politician Mary Hanafin, An Post Archivist and Curator Stephen Ferguson, historian Dr Kerron Ó Luain and activist Lisa Nic an Bhreithimh.
Taskmaster, 9.00pm, Channel 4
This show’s always full of surprises and never short of laughs.
After four episodes and four different winners, only Emma Sidi has yet to climb the steps and claim a bounty of prizes.
Andy Zaltzman makes a robot sing, while a newly blond Jack Dee discusses hedgehogs. Babatunde Aléshé and Rosie Jones remain competitive, while Taskmaster Greg Davies almost gags after opening a large jar.
Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby, 8.00pm, BBC Two
After last week’s trip to the Hassler in Rome, Monica Galetti and Rob Rinder (below) work at the Datai Langkawi hotel in the Malaysian rainforest where monkeys roam free.
Built on an already existing clearing, with smaller buildings constructed on stilts so as not to disturb the forest floor, the hotel is all about conservation.
Monica learns how they manage their waste to reduce their carbon footprint. Rob visits the hotel's very own high-tech recycling centre.
Grey’s Anatomy, Disney+
Now entering its 21st season, Shonda Rhimes’ record-breaking medical drama continues to follow a team of doctors at Grey Sloan Memorial who are faced with life-or death decisions on a daily basis.
Cast-wise, Ellen Pompeo, Chandra Wilson, James Pickens Jr and Kevin McKidd all return.
Although announced as departing during last season, Jake Borelli and Midori Francis retain their series regular status.
Both have been series regulars since the sixteenth and nineteenth seasons, respectively.
Jason George was repromoted as series regular following the conclusion of Station 19.
Curfew, Paramount+
This new drama is set in an alternative reality, where all men live under a strict curfew from 7pm to 7am every night with their movements tracked by an ankle tag.
The series kicks off with the discovery of a woman’s body brutally murdered during curfew hours and left on the steps of the Women’s Safety Centre.
Veteran Police Officer Pamela Green (Sarah Parish) believes that a man is responsible and leads the charge in the hunt for the killer.
Citadel: Diana, Prime Video
This Italian series is set in the Milan of 2030, where Diana Cavalieri is a double agent for the secret syndicate Citadel, who infiltrated Manticore, the rival agency that destroyed Citadel eight years ago.
Trapped behind enemy lines, Diana has a chance to leave the agency forever, but she has to decide whether to trust a surprising ally: the heir of Manticore Italy, Edo Zani.
Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft, Netflix
The animated series picks up after the events of the highly successful Tomb Raider video game Survivor trilogy and will chart the globetrotting heroine’s next chapter as the iconic adventurer.
More than 25 years after her first appearance, Lara Croft (voiced by Hayley Atwell) continues to explore ancient mysteries and uncover lost truths across breathtaking and dangerous destinations.
Additional voice cast includes Allen Maldonado (Zip), and Earl Baylon, reprising his role as Jonah from Tomb Raider video games.
It’s Finland v Ireland (KO 7.45pm) as Peter Collins presents all the action from the Group B2 match at Helsinki Olympic Stadium.
Both teams are looking for their first win of the campaign, having each lost to England and Greece without scoring a goal, and Ireland sit at the foot of the table, having conceded one goal more.
The last meetings between the nations came in this competition in 2020, with Finland recording 1-0 wins home and away. Commentary from Darragh Maloney and Stephen Kelly.
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