DRAMA

NECK AND NECK Lucy-Jo meets the giraffes SKY, 9pm

You have to suspend all disbelief to enjoy this cop drama that hinges on the premise of a magical bracelet, but it’s from the mind of Marvel man Stan Lee, so that’s no surprise.

James Nesbitt is a compelling watch as Harry, always in trouble and with a gambling addiction that’s not helping.

In this episode he comes to blows with Rich after gambing his flat away.

“It was the worst run of cards I’ve C5, 8pm

WE’VE seen zebras getting a pedicure, dinner time for pandas and female rhinos awaiting their lover. Fair to say, it’s been an eventful week at the zoo.

ever had,” insists Harry. A fact that Rich has absolutely zero interest in as he packs his suitcase.

Now Harry must win back the flat, so he turns to using extreme measures and manages to alienate everyone else in the process.

Blake spots his desperation and sees a chance to exploit Harry and get his hands on the bracelet, which now seems to have lost its shine.

This is an enjoyable romp through a criminal underworld, with a fantasy element that keeps us guessing.