PICKS OF THE DAY
Music: Later Live with Jools Holland, BBC2, 10pm
Jools open the doors to his south London recording studio, chatting to musicians about their favourite pieces of music. Kicking off this latest series, he welcomes one of the year’s most hotly tipped artists, singersongwriter Arlo Parks (left), who performs a track from her album Collapsed in Sunbeams. Plus, there is a performance by Kings of Leon from the band’s studio, and Sleaford Mods and Billy Nomates showcase their single Mork n Mindy.
Film: Taken 3, Film4, 9pm
Ex-CIA agent Bryan Mills’ efforts to finally live a quiet life are shattered by the death of his ex-wife. Just when things seemingly can’t get any worse, he is framed for her murder and must fight to clear his name. Liam Neeson (above left) draws upon his usual rough and tough skills for a third time in the all-action franchise sequel. Co-starring Forest Whitaker, Famke Janssen and Maggie Grace.
Drama: It’s A Sin, Channel 4, 9pm
November 1991 finds the situation darkening even more for the protagonists. Jill and Roscoe work extra hours, while Ritchie clings to past success and even Carol finds a kinder side. As the final days of the old gang unravel, everyone must face up to the spectre of Aids and the prejudice and fear that walk alongside it. When Valerie goes on the warpath, terrible confrontations are made and it falls to Jill to find hope and reconciliation for Ritchie in the darkest days of their lives. The final instalment of Russell T Davies’ compelling and heartbreaking drama, starring Lydia West (far left with Keeley Hawes) and co-starring Olly Alexander, Omari Douglas and Nathaniel Curtis.
Soap: Coronation Street, ITV, 7.30pm
Leanne shows Simon another feather from Oliver and asserts that it’s his way of letting her know that he’s fine. However, Nick (Ben Price, left) is concerned by her troubling and, at times, erratic behaviour and his instincts prove right when she makes a discovery about Simon and loses control. Elsewhere, Abi and Kevin celebrate their engagement, and the arrival of Ed’s brother Ronnie puts Aggie on edge.
History: Raiders Of The Lost Past With Janina Ramirez, BBC2, 9pm
New series. The art and cultural historian (right) brings to life the largerthan-life stories behind each find and reveals man’s understanding of each treasure is shaped by the interpretations of these men and their eras, whether that’s the height of the British Empire, or Europe in the grip of turn-of-the-20th century nationalistic fervour. In this episode, she heads to the blue seas of the Greek island of Crete to discover the truth behind the myth of the minotaur.