This week promises a compelling lineup of documentaries and entertainment shows, featuring notable figures and gripping stories. Here’s a look at what audiences can expect on their screens.
First up, the drama series “The Last Thing He Told Me” returns to Apple TV after a three-year hiatus. Jennifer Garner stars as Hannah, an artist on a quest to find her missing husband, Owen, played by Nikolaj Coster-Waldau. The story picks up as Owen, now an undercover agent, seeks to dismantle a crime family while Hannah and her stepdaughter, Bailey, find themselves on the run again. The series has garnered attention for its engaging narrative and strong performances, with all episodes available to stream today.
The Winter Olympics continue to excite sports fans with a packed schedule featuring various medal events. BBC One and Two will air the women’s ski cross finals, men’s half-pipe finals, and short-track speed skating relay finals throughout the day. The excitement continues with women’s curling semi-finals and the men’s ice hockey semi-final.
In the reality competition realm, Channel 4’s “Chateau DIY: Win the Dream” will reveal the winners of an enormous UK television prize—a six-bedroom chateau in Normandy. As host Max McMurdo unveils the victorious couple, dreams of a new life in France hang in the balance.
The documentary “Crime of Passion? The Trial of Jane Andrews,” airing on Channel 5, revisits a sensational case involving Sarah Ferguson’s former dresser. The program explores Andrews’ 2001 trial for the murder of her boyfriend, navigating themes of abuse and self-defense. This documentary sets the stage for an upcoming ITV1 drama about Andrews, showcasing the fascinating interplay between history and current media narratives.
Meanwhile, the popular “Death in Paradise” resumes its weekly dose of mystery, with an intriguing case set against a backdrop of personal stakes for the characters involved. Viewers can also catch the latest episode of “The Graham Norton Show,” featuring a star-studded lineup, including Jennifer Garner and Gordon Ramsay.
As for documentaries tackling contemporary issues, Netflix’s “Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model” offers a critical examination of the reality show’s legacy, revealing the dark side of the entertainment industry. This insight into past practices challenges the narrative of beauty and success in modeling.
Additional programming this week includes Gordon Ramsay’s new Netflix documentary “Being Gordon Ramsay,” showcasing his dynamic ventures in the culinary world. Audiences can also look out for Channel 4’s “Cecil: the Lion and the Dentist,” which reflects on the global reaction to the killing of Cecil the lion, stirring ethical and conservation discussions.
With a variety of genres and themes, the week’s television offerings promise to engage viewers with both entertainment and thought-provoking content, presenting an opportunity for reflection alongside enjoyment.