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Painting Birds with Jim and Nancy Moir
Sky Showcase, Thursday
Artist Jim Moir, aka Vic Reeves, and his wife Nancy visit beauty spots around Britain and create original pieces of art celebrating the unique species of bird native to that region over the course of a weekend. They begin by heading to Northumberland, meeting actor Mark Benton and artist Bethany Maddocks on the trip.
Would I Lie to You?
BBC One, Friday
The Best Bits A compilation of the best bits from series 15, hosted by Rob Brydon. David Mitchell and Lee Mack are joined by guests including Bob Mortimer, Alan Titchmarsh, Sarah Millican, Holly Willoughby, Jim Broadbent and Gyles Brandreth.
Blinded by the Light (2019)
BBC One, Friday
Javed Khan is a British-Pakistani college student living in 1980s Bedfordshire under a domineering father. Facing parental pressure and everyday racism, he unexpectedly finds his frustrations and ambitions expressed in Bruce Springsteen songs. Inspired by the rock star and a teacher who encourages his own writing, he sets out to fulfill his dreams. Coming-of-age drama, starring Viveik Kalra, Kulvinder Ghir and Meera Ganatra.
One Foot In The Grave: 30 Years of Laughs
Channel 5, Friday
A celebration of David Renwick's classic sitcom, featuring interviews with Richard Wilson, Angus Deayton and Doreen Mantle. Plus, stars who made guest appearances, such as Paul Merton, Jan Ravens and Arabella Weir. With contributions from the crew and celebrity fans James Dreyfus and John Sergeant.
Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll
BBC Two, Saturday
The life and career of the pioneering musician, a black artist who grew up in the segregated American South and broke down barriers and took 1950s America by storm. The Beatles and the Rolling Stones supported him and took inspiration from his musicianship and stagecraft, and he went on to influence artists as diverse as David Bowie, Elton John, Michael Jackson and Prince. Featuring interviews with Ringo Starr, Keith Richards, Nile Rodgers and Big Freedia, alongside intimate contributions from friends, bandmates and Little Richard himself, this feature-length documentary tells the story of a rollercoaster life.
The Windsor Castle Fire: The Untold Story
Channel 4, Saturday
Account of the battle to fight the Windsor Castle fire of 1992, featuring newly discovered footage and dramatic personal stories. Firefighters explain the tactics they used as they attempted to get on top of the fire, while others describe the multi-million-pound salvage operation, a race against time to rescue hundreds of priceless paintings and royal treasures.