Missing Gogglebox already? The good news is it's coming back this week in it celebrity guise.

This series’ rolling cast including Denise Van Outen, Nick Grimshaw, Mo Gilligan, Rylan Clark-Neal, Gyles Brandreth, Shaun Ryder, and Martin and Roman Kemp

And The Chase and Bake Off are also getting celeb specials this week.

If the somewhat meta prospect of TV celebrities watching TV celebrities isn't your thing, here's the rest of the best things you can watch on TV this week.

Streaming TV

The Royals (StarzPlay, from Tue)

It’s life among the royal family, but not as we know it. Instead, the focus is on a completely fictional set of aristocrats with ridiculously glamorous lives – think EastEnders set in Buckingham Palace with a sprinkling of Dynasty on top and you get the idea. Elizabeth Hurley heads the cast as Helena, the queen consort, who enjoys being part of an institution that caters to her every desire – although there’s a heavy price to pay in terms of duty and intense public scrutiny. All four series are being made available and reveal what happens when Helena’s son Prince Liam becomes the heir to the throne following the death of his elder brother, and the uproar that unfolds after King Simon announces he’s planning to abolish the monarchy.

Lisey’s Story (Apple TV+, from Fri)

Stephen King has adapted his own 2006 bestselling novel for the screen, which was inspired in part by the aftermath of an accident he suffered in 1999 when he was seriously injured after being hit by a van near his home in Maine. The book is one of King’s personal favourites and he’s lovingly turned it into an eight-part series. Julianne Moore heads the cast as Lisey Landon who, two years after the death of her husband, famous author Scott Landon, begins to suffer a series of disturbing events. Each one forces her to revisit her memories of her marriage, some of which she has seemingly deliberately blocked from her mind. Executive produced by King, Moore and JJ Abrams, among others, the thriller also stars Clive Owen, Joan Allen and Jennifer Jason Leigh.

Sweet Tooth (Netflix, from Friday)

Jeff Lemire’s wonderful comic book is brought brilliantly to life by director and writer Jim Mickle, who is perhaps best known for his work on the acclaimed TV series Hap and Leonard. Robert Downey Jr and his wife Susan are also among the executive producers. Josh Brolin narrates the tale, which begins by explaining ‘The Great Crumble’, which led to the births of hybrid children who are part-human, part-animal. Ten years on, nobody knows for sure if they’re the result of a virus, and many frightened humans are intent on hunting them down. At the centre of the story are hybrid deer-boy Gus and wandering loner Jeppard. They form a firm friendship and journey across America in search of the truth about Gus’ origins and Jeppard’s past. Christian Convery, Nonso Anozie, Adeel Akhtar and Will Forte star.

Box 21 (Walter Presents/All 4, from Fri)

This Swedish and Romanian co-production, originally titled Roslund & Hellstrom, stars Ioana Ilinca Neacsu as Lidia, who is lured from her Eastern European hometown to Stockholm by her supposed boyfriend. On her arrival, she discovers his promises of a better life were all lies, and instead, she’s been trafficked into prostitution. But Lidia refuses to accept her fate and begins to fight back against her captors. Meanwhile, across the city, senior police officer Ewart Grens (Leonard Terfelt) is hunting down his nemesis, a dangerous criminal, with help from a young colleague. As they delve deeper into the villain’s case, and Lidia continues to wage war against those who have wronged her, it becomes increasingly likely that their paths will cross in dramatic fashion…

The Defence (Walter Presents/All 4, from Fri)

The Walter Presents streaming strand is launching a new Polish season which runs until August. The first entry is this seven-part legal drama, which focuses on brave and uncompromising lawyer Joanna Chylka, whose prime goal appears to be bringing down male members of her profession who have got a too big for their boots. Her latest case involves the disappearance of three-year-old Nikola Szlezyngier. When the police can find no evidence of a kidnapping, the child’s parents are accused of murder. As Joanna is an old friend of the family, she becomes their defence lawyer, despite an overwhelming amount of work piling up on her desk. Although mountains of evidence seem to indicate the couple’s guilt, she’s determined to prove their innocence.


Saturday, 29/5/2021

Live Gallagher Premiership Rugby Union (Channel 5, 1.45pm)

Harlequins will be looking to cement their place in the top four with victory when they take on Bath at Twickenham Stoop. Quins prevailed 28-15 in February’s reverse fixture at the Recreation Ground. Alex Dombrandt put the visitors ahead early, ending a fine passing move, before Aaron Morris got a deserved second as they dominated the first half. Bath’s Tom Dunn got a try back soon after the restart but Danny Care replied for Quins while Bath had two players in the sin bin. Tom De Glanville got a late consolation for the hosts.

The Masked Dancer (ITV, 7.00pm-8.30pm)

Entertainment shows rarely arrive out of nowhere – often their origins can be traced back across several formats from various networks or even countries. This is the perfect example, being a reworking of ITV’s recent popular series The Masked Singer – itself an import from the US, who actually took the idea from a show in South Korea. The title explains much – essentially our incognito performers will be showing off their moves rather than their vocal chords, and we can be sure that there will be a good mix of celebs from the capable to the less convincing (expect the dad-dancers to be whittled out in the early episodes). The series is on all week, so no waiting until next Saturday for your next fix.

The Wall (BBC1, 8.05pm-8.50pm)

Actor, soap star, distant royal and game show host Danny Dyer already has a pretty varied career, and now he might be able to add wedding planner to his CV as he welcomes an engaged couple from Hamilton in South Lanarkshire, just south of Glasgow, to his big-prize game show. They’re eager to start their married life together in style, and a life-changing sum of money courtesy of Dyer’s prize fund would certainly help. First though they must prove they’ve got what it takes to take on the Wall.

Beat the Chasers – Celebrity Special (ITV, 8.30pm)

Celeb quizzers are all the rage on ITV today, with a repeat of The Chase Celebrity Special and a brand new Catchphrase Celebrity Special, before this one, which sees five famous faces take on the quintet of quiz-kids. Gregg Wallace, Brenda Edwards, Jake Wood, Dom Joly and Krishnan Guru-Murthy make up the contestants, all hoping to build up a decent jackpot to take back to their chosen charity – while Mark Labbett, Anne Hegerty, Shaun Wallace, Jenny Ryan and Darragh Ennis are, rather uncharitably, trying their best to stop them.

Cher at the BBC (BBC2, 9.00pm)

These “…At the BBC” specials, usually found over on BBC4 and often tucked away quite late on in the schedules, are veritable treasure troves of rare performances of hit songs. This one sees the singer, Oscar-winning actor and ‘Queen of Reinvention’ Cher in her various guises and modes as it scours the Beeb’s archives going back decades for some of her best shows. Everything from big concerts and arena shows to more intimate, studio-based sets are featured, and with a career dating back to the 1960s (Cher, unbelievably, has just turned 75) there is a wealth of hits for the programme’s makers to choose from – encompassing genres from rock and folk to disco, electronica, dance and, of course, pop.

Blinded: Those Who Kill (BBC Four, 9pm & 9.45pm)

The Danish drama reaches a conclusion. Unaware of who he really is, Louise gets far too close to Peter Vinge. But the terrible truth lurks beneath the surface. Karina tries to find new evidence for the investigation on her own, and an earlier clue resurfaces, moving the case forward. Peter sorts his life out and gives Johannes a message that his son has a hard time coming to terms with. Then, as the police take Johannes to the station, Peter meets his ex-wife Masja, who has returned from Singapore without notice in order to set things straight. Finally, Karina, Søren and Torben desperately try to find Peter before he can claim another victim.

Sunday, 30/5/2021

Extreme E Live (ITV, 3pm)

Coverage of the Ocean X-Prix, the second round in the electric off-road racing series from Lac Rose, Senegal. Australian Molly Taylor and Swedish three-time World Rallycross champion Johan Kristoffersson lead the standings after the opening round in Saudi Arabia. However, the likes of ex-Formula One world champion Jenson Button and nine-time World Rally title-winner Sebastien Loeb are among those looking to catch them. With commentary from Jennie Gow and Andrew Coley, and reports by Layla Anna-Lee.

Bargain Loving Brits by the Sea (Channel 5, 8pm)

In the last episode of the series, we head to Blackpool, where Darren has landed a trial run as manager of a new drag bar. To make his job permanent, he needs to hit the Saturday night target of £4,000 in bar sales. Alongside his secret weapon – drag queen Campy – Darren works through the night entertaining the seaside masses. Over in Skegness, brothers Taj and TK are on a mission to revolutionise the local bar scene. They challenge marketing manager Matt to come up with a plan to drive daytime business – is the first-ever drag bottomless brunch in Skegness is the answer?

Britain’s Most Luxurious Hotels (C4, 8.00pm)

It’s been a tough time for the hospitality industry, but now some of Britain’s most luxurious hotels are ready to welcome guests back. They’re also playing host to the cameras, as viewers discover how the staff cater to their clients’ every whim. The first episode goes behind the scenes at The Langham in London, where a suite can set you back up to £25,000 a night. To celebrate the re-opening, there’s a brand-new take on the traditional afternoon tea, with celebrity chef Michel Roux Jr. in charge of the revamped menu, but will it be to the guests’ taste?

Call the Midwife: Special Delivery (BBC1, 9.00pm)

The current series of Call the Midwife comes to an end this week, but to lessen the blow the BBC is also bringing us Call the Midwife: Special Delivery which celebrates 10 years of the hugely successful show. (Pedants might like to point out that the first episode aired in 2012, but the Beeb is using the fact that the current run the 10th series as an excuse to celebrate the anniversary). The special will look at some of the tougher storylines Call the Midwife has covered over the years, with behind-the-scenes interviews and a selection of the cast’s favourite scenes. There will also be a chance for fans to remind themselves of favourite former characters such as Jenny (Jessica Raine), Chummy (Miranda Hart), and Patsy (played by recent Oscar-winner Emerald Fennell).

Piers Morgan’s 100 Life Stories (ITV, 9.00pm)

Since the series of in-depth interviews began back in 2009, Piers Morgan has managed to notch up 100 Life Stories. In this programme, he’ll be looking back at some of his favourite moments, including encounters with Rod Stewart, Mary Berry, Bruce Forsyth, James Corden, Barbara Windsor, Roger Moore, Alesha Dixon, Mel B, Mo Farah and Simon Cowell. Don’t worry though, this isn’t Piers’ way of saying goodbye to the format – he’s back with a new Life Story this week, which finds him chatting to Labour leader Keir Starmer.

Brian Cox’s Adventures in Space and Time (BBC2, 9.00pm)

Drawing on a mixture of footage from his past programmes and the latest scientific research, Brian Cox is attempting to some very big questions in this series, starting with one that many people have pondered at one time or other – are we alone in the universe? The physicist admits that he grew up loving science fiction and has always wanted to hear from ET, but points out that this isn’t just a subject for movie fans and comic-book writers. It’s also been considered by experts, and with scientists sending space probes to the furthest reaches of our solar system and beyond, the search for alien life has begun in earnest. Brian explains why we should take this mission seriously, and explores the chances of us discovering life on other planets.

Monday, 31/5/2021

24 Hours in A&E (C4, 9.00pm

The award-winning series is back for a 24th series, which was filmed at St George’s in south west London during the autumn of 2020. It’s a reminder that hospital staff didn’t just have to deal with Covid last year, as the first episode features 27-year-old Josh, who is rushed to A&E after being thrown from his motorbike at speed. As the doctors prepare him for surgery, his pregnant partner admits that his biking has long been source of anxiety for her. Meanwhile, Georgie brings in her 10-month-old son Phoenix after catching him sucking on a bleach tablet, and Ross, who’s 21, needs treatment after dislocating his shoulder at work. The staff also share their stories, including doctor Martyn, who explains how he’s been touched by the public’s response to health professionals during the pandemic.

The Pact (BBC1, 9.00pm)

It’s the penultimate episode of the drama, and the pressure is really building, especially as the police have made an arrest. So, can the pact that gave the series its name still hold as Anna (Laura Fraser), Nancy (Julie Hesmondhalgh), Louie (Eiry Thomas) and Cat (Heledd Gwynn) are interviewed? Or will one of them decide there’s a limit to their loyalty? They’re not the only ones nearing breaking point, as Anna’s police officer husband Max (Jason Hughes) is also frustrated, and decides to resort to unorthodox methods to get to the truth about what happened that fateful night. Viewers who are also impatient get some answers will be relieved to learn that they won’t have too long to wait – the final episode airs on Tuesday.

Motherland (BBC2, 9.00pm)

Last week, we got a guest appearance from Joanna Lumley. Now it’s the turn of Natalie Cassidy, who is best known as Sonia from EastEnders, to enter into the schoolyard jungle that is Motherland. She plays a clueless teaching assistant, who finds herself on a coach trip with Julia (Anna Maxwell Martin), Liz (Diane Morgan) Meg (Tanya Moodie), fearsome school secretary Mrs Lamb (Jackie Clune) and a load of kids, including a boy who is supposed to have been banned for bad behaviour. Meanwhile, Kevin (Paul Ready) is also hitting the road as he takes his driving test.

The Great British Photography Challenge (BBC Four, 9pm)

In the second episode, the amateur photographers use their smartphones to capture a fast-moving city boxing arena. Then, the photographers travel to Birmingham’s vibrant wholesale market to meet with award-winning artist and photographer Maryam Wahid, who takes them into the rich world of documentary photography. And in this week’s final challenge, the pressure is on as the photographers get a taste of high-end fashion photography, under the guidance of Rankin and creative direction of celebrity stylist and fashion editor Cheryl Konteh.

Inside No 9 (BBC2, 9.30pm)

Did the recent episode Simon Says, which focused on fans’ outrage over a cult show’s supposedly disappointing series finale, strike a chord with Adrian Dunbar? After all, there was a decidedly mixed response to the end of season six of Line of Duty. Either way, Dunbar is guest-starring in this week’s episode, which also has a TV theme. An actor is preparing to film his big moment on an ITV crime drama, but while he waits, he’s stuck in a static caravan, which belongs to a family who seem to have something to hide. Pauline McLynn, who to many comedy fans will always be Mrs Doyle from Father Ted, co-stars.

The Truth about Police Stop & Search (C4, 10.00pm)

In England and Wales, black men are nine times more likely to be stopped and searched by the police than white men. Now, presenter and former footballer Jermaine Jenas is taking a closer look at the controversial policy and exploring its wide-reaching social, psychological and personal consequences. As well, as sharing his own experiences of being stopped by the police, Jenas also hears from 40 black men who recorded their own interactions with officers on the streets to see what it can tell us about the scale of the issue.

Tuesday, 1/6/2021

Bake Off: The Professionals (C4, 8.00pm)

Liam Charles and Tom Allen welcome back the five remaining teams, as the pressure and the difficulty ramps up. Tonight’s first challenge is a cube-shaped dessert, which must be razor sharp from every angle. The teams must master the art of illusion by creating magical desserts that look exactly like mushrooms but taste of anything but. Then, they have five hours to create a heroes and villains-themed occasion showpiece adorned with 160 macarons. Which teams will rise to be superheroes under the watchful gaze of world-class patisserie experts, Benoit Blin and Cherish Finden – and who will be leaving the competition?

The Anti-Vax Conspiracy (C4, 9.00pm)

Who is behind the international anti-vax movement, spreading the message that Covid is a myth and part of a government plot to inject us with dangerous vaccines? This documentary goes inside the astonishing world of the anti-vaxers and their opponents, ranging from ‘bleach hunter’ mothers who expose anti-vaxers profiting from lethal fake cures, to Piers Corbyn, the brother of the former Labour leader, who believes the vaccine rollout is equivalent to experiments carried out in Nazi concentration camps. At the root of much of this is disgraced British doctor Andrew Wakefield, whose debunked study linking vaccines and autism helped spark the anti-vax movement.

Hospital (BBC2, 9.00pm)

One negative effect of the lifting of the lockdown restrictions was a rise in emergency cases at hospitals. Andrew, 75, comes into Coventry’s A&E unit with a suspected cardiac arrest, having collapsed while out litter picking. He is placed in an induced coma and ventilated to stabilise his condition. Meanwhile, healthcare assistant Tracie has spent the last four years living with trigeminal neuralgia, excruciating pains she describes as electric, stabbing shocks to her face. Drugs are no longer managing her pain, and with her daughter’s wedding in nine days, Tracie is desperate to have an operation and get home.

The Pact (BBC One, 9pm)

It’s been a month since fans of all things AC-12 hit out at the final episode of Line of Duty’s sixth season for ‘the worst ending ever’. So, as the BBC’s next crime thriller, The Pact, reaches a conclusion tonight, will viewers be satisfied with the conclusion, or be left feeling short-changed again? We’re promised that the shocking truth about Jack Evans’ death will finally revealed – was it really a prank gone wrong, an undiagnosed heart condition, a drug overdose, or murder? Meanwhile, the lives of the four friends and brewery employees who made the pact of silence in the first episode – Anna, Nancy, Louie and Cat – are about to change forever.

Anne Boleyn (C5, 9.00pm)

Channel 5’s new historical drama sets out to tell the story of Anne Boleyn as a psychological thriller, told from a new perspective – hers. However, a lot of the advance press has focused on the colour-blind casting and lead actress Jodie Turner-Smith. Now, we get to see her in action as the series, which is broadcast across three consecutive nights, explores the doomed Queen’s final months. When it opens, all seems to be going well for Anne, who is pregnant and convinced she’s about to give Henry VIII his longed-for heir _ their first-born, Elizabeth, is not seen as a potential monarch. However, Henry also seems to have taken a shine to Jane Seymour, and when he is injured in a riding accident, it becomes clear that Anne’s status is much more precarious than she might have thought.

Piers Morgan’s Life Stories: Sir Keir Starmer (ITV, 9.30pm-10.25pm)

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has been bombarded with criticism over the past the few weeks. However, he is clearly either not one to shy away from the public eye or indeed a grilling, and has agreed to become the first political party leader to appear on Piers Morgan’s Life Stories since Prime Minister Gordon Brown sat in the chair back in 2010. Although details of the show are being kept under wraps until close to transmission, we have been told that Sir Keir will reflect on his childhood in Surrey as the second of four children. He will also look back on his stellar career in law – which earned him a knighthood, his family life and move into politics, culminating in his appointment as Labour leader in April 2020. We’ll also find out how he has spent the last year leading his party in lockdown from his spare room.

Wednesday, 2/6/2021

Today at the Test (BBC Two, 7pm)

Highlight from Lord’s, as England and New Zealand get the Test match summer under way. Without the likes of Jofra Archer, Ben Stokes, Chris Woakes, Sam Curran and Jos Buttler, the hosts’ squad has a fresh feel to it. The uncapped James Bracey and Ollie Robinson have been included, while Ben Foakes is in line for his home debut behind the stumps after eight caps on the road, and bowler Craig Overton returns having been in prolific form for Somerset. Kane Williamson’s tourists are sure to pose a massive threat to Joe Root’s side, and their seam bowling attack will relish getting their hands on the Dukes ball in English conditions.

International Football Live (ITV, 7.30pm)

England face Austria in the first of two friendlies ahead of the postponed Euro 2020 competition. This, and Sunday’s clash with Romania, will be the final opportunities for the England players to impress boss Gareth Southgate ahead of their opener against Croatia on June 13. It’s the first time the two sides have met since 2007, when England won 1-0 in Vienna courtesy of a Peter Crouch goal. Mark Pougatch presents, while Lee Dixon and Sam Matterface provide the commentary.

Before We Die (C4, 9.00pm-10.00pm)

Lesley Sharp’s casting in this crime thriller was a masterstroke, but inevitably earned it comparisons to Scott & Bailey, Sharp’s previous cop drama series. However this is a much darker affair, a remake of a hit Scandi-noir thriller, as last week’s opener proved. The pace doesn’t let up in tonight’s edition either, as Hannah Laing (Sharp) and her new partner, Billy Murdoch (Vincent Regan of Traces and 300), work on a new lead in Sean’s murder. They think the Mimica family are responsible, and start digging – soon learning that they are planning on smuggling cocaine into the country in vast quantities. That certainly presents a motive – but when Hannah learns who Sean’s contact is, she wants to pull the plug…

Building Britain’s Biggest Nuclear Power Station (BBC2, 9.00pm)

Casualty and Innocent actor Priyanga Burford narrates this new four-part documentary series that really brings to light the sheer scale involved in the construction of the new Hinkley Point C nuclear power station. Situated in a remote corner of the Somerset countryside, this is the first such plant to be made in the UK in a generation, and building it is not without its challenges. This series follows the engineers, technicians, and staff who are under pressure to keep the project on track.

The Great British Sewing Bee (BBC1, 9.00pm)

Joe Lycett always has fun with the week’s themes on Sewing Bee and this time he’ll be acting his socks off as the contestants create items inspired by the movies. The opening pattern challenge is to recreate an iconic dress from Dirty Dancing (will Joe be able to resist trying to recreate the famous lift?). Next up is a Sound of Music-inspired transformation task, as the sewers must channel their inner Julie Andrews and make children’s clothes from old curtains. Finally there’s a disco-styled 1970s made-to-measure thanks to the musical Dreamgirls.

Ramsay’s 24 Hours to Hell and Back (C4, 10.00pm)

Good old Gordon Ramsay – nobody manages to disguise helping someone quite so thoroughly as he does when he sets about berating poor, struggling restaurant owners. He’s particularly creative in his insults when doing this American series, but this time might see him in a more charitable mood, as he visits a gastropub in Oak Park, California. The owners, Kirin and Angelika Stone, lost their home in the wildfires that ravaged California recently – and now their restaurant is in danger. It’s located close to various ranches that are often used as filming locations for movies, but can Gordon give them a Hollywood-style happy ending? The remainder of the series will be available on All4 after transmission.

Thursday, 3/6/2021

Dragons’ Den (BBC1, 8.00pm)

Former Dragon Theo Paphitis, stands in for Peter Jones, taking a seat alongside Deborah Meaden, Touker Suleyman, Tej Lalvani and Sara Davies to hear the pitches of more budding entrepreneurs. After a father-and-daughter duo seek investment for their airbag safety equipment, the inventors of a self-balancing serving tray try to prove they can also keep their finances on a even keel. There is also a mix of merchandise on offer from a planet-saving entrepreneur, and an Irish couple pitch their changing mat for babies which incorporates an anti-roll design.

The Supervet: Noel Fitzpatrick (C4, 8.00pm)

After last week’s special episode focusing on Professor Noel Fitzpatrick’s beloved dog Keira, the new series following the nation’s favourite vet continues. It’s just another day at the practice for nine-month-old cockapoo Betsy, who’s become one of the family while receiving treatment for the multiple injuries she sustained after being hit by a van five months ago. Her owners, Sophie and Dan, consult Noel about her dragging front paw caused by nerve damage. But when Betsy develops gangrene, she has to have her paw amputated. Meanwhile, bite-size bijou Dogue de Bordeaux puppy Angel is only nine months old, but is suffering from a genetic deformity meaning her two front legs are bowing outwards.

Joey Essex: Grief and Me (BBC1, 9.00pm)

On the surface, it appears that everything in Joey Essex’s life is ‘reem’. But a decade in the reality TV spotlight and a luxury lifestyle haven’t been able to heal the grief that the Southwark-born TOWIE star has kept buried for 20 years. At the age of just 10, Joey’s world was ripped apart when his mum, Tina, tragically took her own life, and only now, as he leaves his 20s behind, is he ready to confront his trauma and move forward with his life. With the help of clinical psychologist Dr Stephen Blumenthal, Joey sets out to finally face the impact his beloved mother’s death has had on him. After an unsure start and trust issues that threaten to derail the process, Joey realises that to be able to move on, he has to look back at his past.

The Road to Partition (BBC2, 9.00pm)

A century on from a controversial new line being drawn on the map and the creation of Northern Ireland, the dramatic events that led to the partition continue to dominate relationships between the islands of Britain and Ireland. In the concluding episode of this fascinating two-part documentary, we see how, after King George V and Queen Mary officially opened the first Northern Ireland parliament in 1921, political tensions and outbreaks of sectarian violence immediately threatened to destabilise the new state.

Harry’s Heroes: Euro Having A Laugh Again! (ITV, 9.30pm)

With the Euros just over a week away, Harry Redknapp is taking his team of England Legends across Europe to tackle the continent’s soccer superpower, Germany, on their home soil. The German Legends have strengthened since Harry’s squad beat them 4-2 in London and they’re hungry for revenge, while the English Legends have gone back to their old ways of bad diets and boozing. Joining Harry again as assistant manager is Liverpool legend John Barnes, and the team is a who’s who of England internationals including David Seaman, Paul Merson, Matt Le Tissier, Rob Lee, Ray Parlour, Lee Sharpe, Mark Chamberlain, Mark Wright, Razor Ruddock, and new addition, Lee Hendrie. Between them they have close to 300 caps, but have they still got the bodies and the minds to rise to the challenge?

Sliced (Dave, 10pm)

Following a three-part series in 2019, the sitcom which follows pizza delivery drivers and best friends Joshua (Samson Kayo) and Ricky (Theo Barklem-Biggs), attempting to get by – and get girlfriends – on the pay from their relatively menial job in South London, returns for a six-part run. Under their not-remotely-Italian boss Mario (David Mumeni), Joshua and Ricky still inhabit a world where counterfeit money, vindictive call centre staff, hopeless security guards and aggressive teens reign supreme. In tonight’s opener, Joshua is trying to patch things up with Naomi (Weruche Opia), but unfortunately for him, it may be too late as she has a new boyfriend. Meanwhile, Ricky gets mugged.

Friday, 4/6/2021

Celebrity Gogglebox (C4, 9.00pm)

Famous faces old and new invite us into their homes to watch them watch telly. A familiar enough format by now, but one which still sounds quite bizarre when you actually write it down. Anyway this series’ rolling cast includes Denise Van Outen, Nick Grimshaw, Mo Gilligan, Rylan Clark-Neal, Gyles Brandreth, Shaun Ryder, and Martin and Roman Kemp. Brandreth remains excellent entertainment value as the series’ resident crotchety old man, his appeal stretching all the way from Radio 4, where he’s a regular on Just a Minute, to mainstream Channel 4.

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Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and the Band (BBC Four, 9pm)

Although this music documentary is directed by young Canadian film-maker Daniel Roher, the great Martin Scorsese takes an executive producer credit and is also interviewed briefly on screen. It is a confessional, cautionary, and occasionally humorous tale of Robbie Robertson’s young life and the creation of one of the most enduring groups in the history of popular music, roots-rock outfit The Band, who had who had a string of hits across the 1960s and 70s. Robertson effectively narrates the story, while Band collaborators, including Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton and Van Morrison, chip in with reminiscences about the good old days.

Bear & Nicola Adams’ Wild Adventure (ITV, 9.30pm)

Adventurer Bear Grylls has already taken one boxing champion out into the wilderness when he shared a ‘Wild Adventure’ with Anthony Joshua in 2017. Now it’s the turn of Olympic Boxing gold medallist and Strictly Come Dancing star Nicola Adams, who begins her mission in a quarry in the middle of Dartmoor National Park. The terrain quickly proves to be one of the toughest obstacles to overcome, as Adams first has to abseil 150 feet down a sheer cliff face, before getting to grips with a technique involving using a rope and upper body strength alone to make an ascent. Upper body strength, you say? It’s just possible that our boxing hero might be ok with that one…

This Time with Alan Partridge (BBC1, 9.30pm)

Alan is apt to put his foot in his mouth at the best of times, so when his One Show-style magazine programme holds a special “regal edition” and invites a member of the actual royal family to the studio, one might reasonably expect things to go wrong for the hapless host. Of course you would be right, and sure enough a career-defining setback puts Alan on the back foot already, but can he maintain his dignity and remember to mind his Ps and Qs in the presence of real royalty?

The Last Leg (C4, 10.00pm)

Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker return for a 22nd (count them!) series, and will be joined each week by celebrity guests to recap the week’s events in comedic and irreverent style. First up it’s Rob Beckett and Maya Jama, chatting about their week and their take on the news – as well as discussing their experiences of the past year, which let’s face it has been a tumultuous one. And the gang also find time to ask “#IsItOK?”, courtesy of viewer queries via social media.

Gary Barlow: I’m with the Band (BBC1, 10.45pm-11.45pm)

Supergroups have a long legacy, from Cream to the Travelling Wilburys and beyond, and now Take That star Gary Barlow wants to form his own. Here he teams up with Jamie Cullum, James Bay, Mica Paris, Guy Chambers, Tom Fletcher, Danya Fisher and Donavan Hepburn. Between them they have three keyboardists and five lead singers, while bass, drums and lead and rhythm guitar are all well covered too. The plan is to perform and record a range of classic songs from both past and present. Along the way they’re joined by Anne-Marie and Craig David who chat and collaborate. Keyboardist Chambers is also the band’s musical director. As co-writer of most of Robbie Williams’ biggest hits, he knows a thing or two about hits.