In 1961, he purchased his H\u00f6fner bass for around \u00a330 during the early years of the Beatles. This iconic instrument, closely associated with Paul McCartney, went missing around the time the band disbanded, embarking on its own unique journey. A documentary featuring input from various enthusiasts, including McCartney himself, explores the quest to locate the beloved instrument, offering a fresh perspective on this well-known narrative. – Phil Harrison<\/p>\n
The latest season of the BBC\u2019s comedy shorts initiative serves as a platform for emerging talent, functioning as a series of pilot episodes. It opens with “Proper Ladies,” inspired by Sabrina Ali\u2019s play “Dugsi Dayz,” which tells a poignant coming-of-age tale centered on four Muslim girls who find themselves in school detention. Audiences can anticipate the emergence of future stars. – PH<\/p>\n
In a twist on reality TV, six civilians have enlisted to participate in a military endurance challenge hosted by former soldier Jason Fox. However, the real excitement lies elsewhere, as a group of celebrities, along with guest saboteur Guz Khan, attempts to undermine the competition from a secret location. Despite its absurdity, the premise promises entertainment. – Graeme Virtue<\/p>\n
The third season of the procedural series focusing on Ireland\u2019s Criminal Assets Bureau concludes with a double episode. In Bilbao, Detective Sergeant Wallace and her Basque colleague Beitia are on a mission to link the haulage company KYV to their trafficking investigation. Will Norah\u2019s exceptional forensic accounting skills provide the breakthrough they need? – GV<\/p>\n
Michael Palin’s charming performance in “Small Prophets” has made it one of the standout television delights of 2026. He will be joining Jonathan Ross to discuss this highlight of his later career. Additionally, comedian Catherine Tate and actress Anna Maxwell Martin will participate in humorous exchanges. – PH<\/p>\n
In the latest episode hosted by Jack Whitehall, he navigates through a variety of antics, including Tina Fey’s controversial skincare venture, Jamie Dornan’s rap about Irish pubs, and Riz Ahmed’s playful antics in his dressing room. Musical guest Jorja Smith is set to join him for this episode, which airs just prior to a brief hiatus. – Lucinda Everett<\/p>\n
Now available on Apple TV, “Outcome” is a comedy directed and co-written by Jonah Hill, featuring a clever performance by Keanu Reeves. Portraying Reef Hawk, a well-known actor and secret recovering addict, Reeves evokes sympathy as he deals with the fallout from an extortion attempt linked to a compromising video. His journey includes an apology tour to those who have wronged him, including his former manager, played by Martin Scorsese, an ex-girlfriend, and his mother, revealing a deeper character than initially perceived. – Simon Wardell<\/p>\n
\u201cCaught Stealing,\u201d airing at 10:05 AM and 11:15 PM on Sky Cinema Premiere, is directed by Darren Aronofsky and serves as a frenetic crime caper. The title alludes to both theft and a baseball runner attempting to advance before a play. The story follows New York bartender Hank, who finds himself entangled with a mysterious key and an errant neighbor, portrayed by Matt Smith. As various violent factions pursue the key\u2019s secret, suspense builds amidst the chaos. – SW<\/p>\n
\u201cOur Man in Havana,\u201d showing at 4:35 PM on Talking Pictures TV, is a comedic drama set in pre-revolution Cuba. Directed by Carol Reed and adapted from Graham Greene’s novel, it features Alec Guinness as James, an English vacuum cleaner salesman whose mundane life is disrupted when he is recruited by a British intelligence agent played by No\u00ebl Coward. In a bid to maintain the ruse, James fabricates an entire network of informants, leading to humorous and precarious situations. – SW<\/p>\n
In sports, Premier League football features Arsenal taking on Bournemouth at 11 AM on TNT Sports 1, followed by Liverpool facing Fulham at 5 PM on Sky Sports Main Event. The Grand National Festival in horse racing begins at 12:45 PM on ITV1, with the main race scheduled for 4 PM. In women\u2019s rugby, the Six Nations match between England and Ireland kicks off at 1:30 PM on BBC One, while Wales faces Scotland at 4:25 PM on BBC Two. Boxing fans can catch Tyson Fury battling Arslanbek Makhmudov at 7 PM on Netflix, live from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Finally, golf enthusiasts can tune into the Masters at 7:45 PM on Sky Sports Main Event, featuring the third day of the prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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