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TV tonight: David Baddiel’s outrageous and deeply personal standup (www.theguardian.com)

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The comedian overshares his mother’s wildest anecdotes. Plus: the return of indie legends Pixies. Here’s what to watch this evening

10pm, Sky Arts

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TV tonight: the Taskmaster spin-off that fans have been waiting for (www.theguardian.com)

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Rose Matafeo and Mike Wozniak put a bunch of canny kids to the test. Plus, Greg Davies cleans up for the last time. Here’s what to watch this evening

8pm, Channel 4The remarkable rise of Taskmaster over the past decade proves that sometimes we just need daft, pointless telly. It’s a genius move, then, to add kids into the mix. Rose Matafeo is in charge of events and, with the help of her assistant, Mike Wozniak, sets challenges for a cohort of very spirited youngsters. It would be a mistake to underestimate these smart cookies – but that doesn’t mean they don’t also provide some hilariously stupid moments, just like the adults. Good fun for fans of any age. Hollie Richardson

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TV tonight: Eddie Redmayne’s big-budget assassination thriller (www.theguardian.com)

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Lashana Lynch also stars in Sky Atlantic’s adaptation of The Day of the Jackal. Plus: the final episode of David Olusoga’s fascinating history series. Here’s what to watch this evening

9pm, Sky Atlantic

Eddie Redmayne (above) is a master of disguise and an exceptional assassin in this adaptation of Frederick Forsyth’s thriller novel. He plays the titular lone wolf Jackal, who, after a high-profile hit, meets his match in Lashana Lynch’s tenacious British intelligence officer, Bianca. A tense cat-and-mouse chase across Europe ensues, with the hunter quickly becoming the hunted. There are five episodes of this glossy, big-budget production to get stuck into this week. Hollie Richardson

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TV tonight: a riveting series about solving the mystery of Lord Lucan (www.theguardian.com)

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The son of Sandra Rivett believes he has found her murderer. Plus: the new series of cosy crime drama Shetland. Here’s what to watch this evening

9pm, BBC TwoWhen he was 11, Neil Berriman discovered his birth mother was Sandra Rivett – the nanny murdered in Lord Lucan’s home in 1974. Lucan vanished that night and was legally declared dead in 1999. But Berriman, now a builder, believes he has found him – and this riveting three-part documentary follows his journey as he attempts to solve the mystery. Hollie Richardson

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UK TV tonight: America decides (www.theguardian.com)

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It’s Harris versus Trump in the battle for America. Plus: a deep dive into the possible identity of bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto. Here’s what to watch this evening

10pm, Sky News

Deep breaths: it’s time for the result of a US presidential election that, despite one candidate being criminally convicted, has been too close to call throughout Kamala Harris and Donald Trump’s campaigning. As the results come in overnight, The News Agents podcast’s Lewis Goodall will join the Sky News team to help make sense of it. BBC News will also provide live coverage with Clive Myrie in Washington. Hollie Richardson

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TV tonight in UK: America decides (www.theguardian.com)

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It’s Harris versus Trump in the battle for America. Plus: a deep dive into the possible identity of bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto. Here’s what to watch this evening

10pm, Sky News

Deep breaths: it’s time for the result of a US presidential election that, despite one candidate being criminally convicted, has been too close to call throughout Kamala Harris and Donald Trump’s campaigning. As the results come in overnight, The News Agents podcast’s Lewis Goodall will join the Sky News team to help make sense of it. BBC News will also provide live coverage with Clive Myrie in Washington. Hollie Richardson

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TV tonight: will the Chris Kaba shooting change the Metropolitan police? (www.theguardian.com)

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After Sgt Martyn Blake was acquitted of murder, Panorama examines the many questions left unanswered. Plus: a blockbuster retelling of the gunpowder plot. Here’s what to watch this evening

8pm, BBC OneWhen the Metropolitan police officer Sgt Martyn Blake fatally shot Chris Kaba in 2022, it led to public outcry and a murder investigation. Earlier this month, Blake was acquitted, but it has created much essential discussion and left many questions. In this Panorama investigation, the reporter Greg McKenzie speaks to Kaba’s parents and Met insiders to hear their reaction to the verdict and learn what is next for the Kaba family and the Met. Hollie Richardson

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TV tonight: the brilliant Anna Maxwell Martin stars in Until I Kill You (www.theguardian.com)

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She plays a nurse who was tied to a bed for four days in this compelling true-crime drama. Plus, David Attenborough is back! Here’s what to watch this evening

Sunday, 9pm, ITV1

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TV tonight: Romesh Ranganathan’s mum is hilarious in their new family gameshow (www.theguardian.com)

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Alison Hammond, Carol Vorderman and Iain Stirling are the Ranganathans’ firstcelebrity contestants. Plus: Apples Never Fall reaches its thrilling finale. Here’s what to watch this evening

9.10pm, ITV1

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TV tonight: two unlikely friends go on a joyous adventure in Wales (www.theguardian.com)

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Ioan and Al share their passion for abandoned metal mines in this lovely film. Plus: the stars of Paddington in Peru join Graham on the sofa. Here’s what to watch this evening

7.30pm, BBC One

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TV tonight: Ginger Johnson welcomes you to her glorious abode (www.theguardian.com)

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No tricks, only treats, as the Drag Race UK winner plays host. Plus: Martin Lewis makes sense of this week’s historic budget. Here’s what to watch this evening

10.15pm, BBC Three “Condragulations” to Ginger Johnson, who needs no introduction to Drag Race fans: the self-styled “helium balloon in the shape of a woman” won series five of the UK version. Now she has her own spin-off, inviting visitors to her “camp as Christmas” house to celebrate all things drag and get some “domestic chores” done. Her visitor tonight is fellow Drag Race winner Danny Beard. Hollie Richardson

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TV tonight: can Prince William really end homelessness? (www.theguardian.com)

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People who have been homeless discuss their experiences with the prince, plus the stunningly intense documentary Helmand: Tour of Duty. Here’s what to watch this evening

9pm, ITV1A member of the royal family campaigning to end homelessness is a hard pill to swallow, but Prince William says: “Why else would I be here if not using this role properly to influence and help people where I can?” So what exactly is his plan? Well, his five-year initiative, Homewards, starts with this two-part documentary, in which he hears from people who share their lived experience as well as potential solutions to the problem. Hollie Richardson