PICK OF THE DAY

Let It Shine

7PM, BBC1

With a judging panel made up of Amber Riley, Gary Barlow, Dannii Minogue and Martin Kemp, and Graham Norton and Mel Giedroyc on presenting duty, this new show certainly has all the ingredients of a runaway success. Over the next eight weeks, this famous cast will be seeking five unknowns to form a boy band to star in a brand-new stage show based on the music of Take That, which is due to tour the UK next year. Though thousands of hopefuls applied, Gary admits to being ‘full of fear’ – what if none has the talent and charisma he’s looking for?

The Voice UK

8PM, ITV

Emma Willis presents as the series makes its ITV debut, and Tom Jones, Gavin Rossdale, Will.i.am and Jennifer Hudson begin their search for a new singing star. As the blind auditions begin, each vocalist seeks to claim a place in one of the coaches’ teams. With a life-changing record contract on offer, the stakes are high.

David Bowie:

The Last Five Years

9PM, BBC2

A year ago this week, David Bowie’s death shocked the world. Featuring contributions from those who knew him, this poignant film charts the final five years of a life that was beyond remarkable. An intimate portrait of a unique talent, it’s a timely reminder of his genius – and of how much he is missed.

Taboo

9.15PM, BBC1

Set in 1814, this sinister, bleakly atmospheric eight-part drama stems from an idea by actor Tom Hardy and his father. Hardy stars as enigmatic adventurer James Delaney, who, after being presumed dead in Africa, returns to London on the day of his father’s funeral, and is soon embarking on a quest for vengeance.