Prime Time hosts the final leaders' debate ahead of Friday’s election, Kathy Bates stars in new legal drama Matlock, Bill Bailey's Master Crafters: The Next Generation returns, and there’s The Great British Bake Off final . . .
With just three days to go before polling day, here’s the final General Election 2024 Leaders’ Debate, offering voters an exploration of key issues shaping Ireland's future.
Presented by Miriam O’Callaghan and Sarah McInerney, the final debate will feature Fine Gael’s Simon Harris, Fianna Fáil’s Micheál Martin and Sinn Féin’s Mary Lou McDonald.
Ahead of the Leaders’ Debate Miriam O’Callaghan said: "I am really looking forward to this leaders’ debate - they're always intense for everyone involved especially the leaders - but they're also always fascinating and engaging and a chance for viewers to see all three leaders up close and personal."
Speaking on the debate Sarah McInerney said, "The Prime Time leaders debate takes place three days out from polling, when many people will be deciding who they want to lead the next government. It'll be the first and only debate between the three people contending for the office of Taoiseach.
"People want to know who is going to fix the housing crisis, who can address the cost of living in Ireland and who will tackle hospital waiting lists. Miriam and I will be working together to get answers for people on these key issues, and much more."
Matlock, 9.00pm, Sky Witness
Streaming on NOW
This new series draws from the original Matlock TV series from the 1980s/90s, which starred Andy Griffith, but with a gender flipped lead character and a vastly different premise.
So it's the same, but different.
Emmy and Academy Award winner Kathy Bates stars as Madeline "Matty" Matlock, a brilliant septuagenarian who achieved success in her younger years and decides to rejoin the work force at a prestigious law firm where she uses her unassuming demeanour and wily tactics to win cases.
Matty is assigned to Olympia (Skye P Marshall), a senior attorney and key rainmaker with a thirst for justice, while Olympia’s ex-husband, Julian (Jason Ritter), the son of the head of the firm, is intrigued by Matty and her clever skills.
Bill Bailey's Master Crafters: The Next Generation, 8.00pm, Sky Arts
Streaming on NOW
Bill Bailey is back for a third season of the series celebrating traditional crafts.
This run of Master Crafters will delve into four more heritage crafts which are in danger of being lost if the next generation do not take them up: Blacksmithing, Letter Press Printing, Mosaics and Stone Carving
Bill joins twelve junior crafters, each of whom are starting their own heritage craft journey in their chosen fields, as they are given the opportunity of a lifetime to expand on their skills with bespoke masterclasses with each Master Crafter.
Bill will also get crafty himself as he visits a wealth of Britain's cultural heritage sites to find out why it is so important that we keep these crafts alive.
Glór Tíre, 9.30pm, TG4
The best of country music performances from the stars of Glór Tíre 2024 - Michael English (below), Claudia Buckley, Jim Devine and Johnny Brady.
Some classic hits and new songs feature in this one-hour special, which is presented by Aoife Ní Thuairisg.
The Listeners, 9.00pm, BBC One
AS the quirky drama continues, Claire and Kyle discover a whole group of people who cannot only hear the hum, but want to embrace it.
However, things change when Kyle's mum finds out about their meetings.
Storyville, 10.00pm, BBC Four
This documentary tells how a young Himalayan boy, named Veeru, continues to withstand prejudice from his village for his Indian-Nepalese background.
This programme follows the little boy over five transformative years as he grapples with the profound effects of racism, never retaliating, finally triumphing when he discovers a talent for a sport that turns his 'enemies' into his teammates.
Sue Perkins' Big Adventure: Paris to Istanbul, 9.15pm, Channel 4
Sue Perkins continues her quirky adventure exploring the fascinating cities, cultures and landscapes along the route of the iconic Orient Express.
In vibrant Budapest, on the banks of the Danube, Sue takes a tuk-tuk; guts fish; and rides on a charming, child-run railway.
Later, she puts on her dancing shoes and scores an invite backstage at the city's hottest party. And in the morning, the soothing embrace of Budapest's lush hot springs beckons.
Henry VIII's Enforcer: The Rise and Fall of Thomas Cromwell, 11.30pm, BBC Four
Lawyer and statesman Thomas Cromwell served as chief minister to Henry VIII from 1532 to 1540 and has gone down in history as one of the most corrupt and manipulative people ever to hold power in England.
He’s not exactly a hero here in Ireland either.
In this documentary Diarmaid MacCulloch reveals another side to the man, arguing that Cromwell was a principled idealist and revolutionary whose radical evangelism laid the foundations for the modern British state.
The Great British Bake Off, 8.00pm, Channel 4
Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding present the grand final on yet another great run of this feelgood show.
The pressure's on for our three finalists, as they face three challenges that test every aspect of their baking prowess.
For the Signature, they must wow Paul and Prue with flavourful flair and tremendous technique by creating delicate scones.
In the Technical challenge, Prue sets the bar high and asks for a spread fit for a quintessential afternoon tea.
And for the Showstopper, the final three create a breathtaking hanging tiered celebration cake centrepiece for a summer garden party.
Ultimately, one of the three will be crowned the winner of The Great British Bake Off 2024.
Hacks, 10.30pm, TG4
Season two of this enjoyable comedy drama, starring Jean Smart, comes to an end.
After securing an offer from her ideal venue, Deborah prepares to take the stage for her taping.
Meanwhile, Jimmy learns his clients are being poached by a formidable foe, while Ava deals with a new opportunity.
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