SIX HIGHLIGHTS FOR WHAT EVER MOOD YOU’RE IN
If you want a sports scandal... LANCE Sunday, 11.30pm, BBC2
This comprehensive two-part documentary tells the inside story of one of sport’s biggest scandals. It follows the remarkable rise of Lance Armstrong (right) to the pinnacle of cycling, and then charts his rapid fall from grace as he was exposed as a drugs cheat. Concludes next Sunday.
If you want a good laugh... STAGED Monday, 9.25pm, BBC1
In the final double bill of the lockdown comedy, David Tennant and Michael Sheen (right, with partner Anna) discover that the studio has recast their roles – and both have history with the actors taking their places. Fleabag’s Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Hollywood star Cate Blanchett get in on the fun.
If you want a family affair... PULLING WITH MY PARENTS Monday, 9.35pm, RTé2
Lynn and Frank think their daughter Savannah (pictured) is revealing too much of herself online – can they do a better job of finding her a suitable date? Meanwhile, trainee nurse Cian hopes his parents can stop him from consignment to the friend-zone again.
If you want to be informed... CHINA AND THE PANDEMIC Tuesday, 9pm, BBC2
This two-part documentary tells the story of Covid-19 in Wuhan, from its first case to the city’s lockdown by the Chinese government. For weeks, officials claimed the virus was under control, but what they knew and what they told the rest of the world were very different stories.
If you want a culinary treat... NEVEN’S IRISH SEAFOOD TRAILS Wednesday, 8.30pm, RTé One
Neven Maguire heads northeast along the Co. Louth coastline. His first stop is the historic town of Carlingford, where oysters have been farmed for centuries. He also meets Shane Reenan (right, with Neven) for a tour on board the Brienne, a restored 1940s Dutch tugboat.
If you want a power walk... ALL WALKS OF LIFE Friday, 8.30pm, RTé One
Mary McAleese sets out on another walk, this time in the company of Tánaiste Leo Varadkar. He’s going back to his mother’s Waterford roots by trekking along St Declan’s Way, Along the way, the Fine Gael leader talks about his early life and his experience as the first openly gay taoiseach.