FIVE THINGS FOR YOUR WEEK...
STREAMING
Rosamund Pike first made her mark on the big screen as a Bond villain in Die Another Day, but it was her Oscar-nominated role as nasty, manipulative
Amy Dunne in Gone Girl that really sealed her reputation as an actor of note. Amy appeared to be all sweetness and light in public, but a nightmare in private. Pike is treading a similar path in this black comedy thriller. She plays Marla Grayson, who outwardly appears to be a kind and caring soul who puts the needs of others before her own. However, she’s really a high-class con artist who persuades judges to appoint her as the legal guardian of lonely pensioners before using her position to steal their money. However, she could be in for a rude awakening when one of her charges turns out to have links to the mob. Peter Dinklage and Dianne Wiest are among the supporting cast.
TV FUN
The Masked Singer
ITV & STV, 7pm, Saturday
When this whacky singing contest first came to our shores, it divided viewers over whether it was any good – but everyone was in agreement that it was one of the weirdest formats in quite some time. This second run has proved even more of a success, thanks in no small part to the more recognisable slew of faces lurking behind the masks. The only surprise was the lack of conviction that A-Ha’s lead singer Morten Harket was the man behind the Viking get-up – he literally sang his own song, Take On Me, in week five. Still, the numbers have been whittled down and there’s just three remaining for this week’s final. Joel Dommett returns as the host to steer us through what will inevitably be a rather chaotic final.
SPORT
Six Nations Live ITV & STV, 1.30pm, Saturday
England kick-off the second round of fixtures with this clash at Twickenham which, if history is a guide might be a rather onesided affair – England having won every one of the 27 previous matches between the sides. Last season they triumphed with a not-unimpressive 34-5 scoreline, a sign of things to come as England won the championship and the Azzurri finished bottom of the table.
NATURE
Countryfile
BBC One, 7pm, Sunday
Either filming under social distancing regulations is proving too difficult for the team, or they’re all unwilling to venture out into the cold, because the latest edition of the much-loved rural affairs series is comprised of footage from the archive. Each clip pays tribute to a winter hero, from farmers working in all weathers to keep their livestock and crops safe, to communities dedicated to a particular cause; even presenter Margherita Taylor’s childhood hero, Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards features. She also visits Kentish Town City Farm to lend a hand.
PODCAST
The Doorstep Murder – BBC Sounds
A behind-the-scenes look at the investigation into the Alistair Wilson murder, one of Scotland’s most baffling unsolved cases. Presented by Fiona Walker. Eight episodes available to download or listen to via the BBC Sounds app.