matlock
9pm, Sky Witness
A sparkling new legal comedy-drama starring Oscar winner Kathy Bates. In this spinoff from the 1980s classic, she plays the role of Madeline “Mattie” Matlock, a shrewd and empathetic lawyer. Matty retired from practicing law 30 years ago, but now in his 70s, he wants to become a lawyer again. Thinking she won't be offered a position because of her age, Matty sneaks into the company and tells the recruiter why being an older woman is helpful. “Nobody saw us coming.” But can she convince her junior partner Olympia (Skye P. Marshall)? Holly Richardson
between the covers
7pm, BBC Two
Although the content can sometimes lean toward the frivolous, Sarah Cox's Celebrity Book Club always offers an interesting recommendation or two. This week's panel – Gemma Whelan, Trevor McDonald, Neil Delamere and Joe Brand – discuss Elizabeth O'Connor's Whale Fall and their own favorites. jack seal
great british bake off
8pm, Channel 4
It started with 12, but there can only be one. In the grand final, three challengers, Georgie, Christian and 20-year-old 'Flavour King' Dylan, must make 20 scones, a classic afternoon tea display. And what attracts attention is the hanging tiered festive cake. Summer garden party. Ali Catterall
listeners
9pm, BBC One
Claire (Rebecca Hall) also finds solace in the people in the support group who can hear the “hum” and things get even weirder. But who are they? And as she grows closer to her student and fellow listener, Kyle (Olly West), how far will she be willing to sacrifice the safety of her family and career to get to the bottom of the noise? Human resources department
con man
9.45pm, BBC One
One episode is never enough for this fast-paced comedy about infidelity (binge-watch on iPlayer now). Josh (Joshua McGuire) tries to slow things down and play it cool with Fora (Susan Wokoma), but when they go on a casual date, it's Fora who shows up for dinner. Human resources department
Storyville: Until it flies
10pm, BBC Four
In a remote village in India's Himalayas, a five-year-old child is full of energy and curiosity. This intimate and life-affirming film follows the cheeky Veer as he grapples with the constraints of his school, fights with bullies who tease him for his Indian/Nepalese heritage, and dives into the light-hearted team sport of Kabaddi. I'm drawing. graham virtue
movie selection
Widow Clicquot (Thomas Knapper, 2024), 12.45pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This biopic of Champagne pioneer Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin Clicquot is influenced by Shekhar Kapur's 1998 historical drama Elizabeth. After her husband died, she found herself in a difficult situation. vigneron (Haley Bennett) must protect her kingdom from her stepfather, the neighboring Moe family, and the general forces of patriarchy. Set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars, the captivating high-stakes event is facilitated by Sam Riley, who plays the winemaker who takes care of her new lover, the Devil. There aren't many winemaking biopics, let alone feminist ones, so this is a welcome addition. phil hoard
live sports
Champions League Football: Sporting Lisbon vs Arsenal; 7 p.m., TNT Sports 1 Born at Estadio Jose Alvarede.
