TV Tonight: Kirstie and Phil Tackle the Bungalow Dilemma
In tonight's television lineup, property experts Kirstie and Phil take centre stage in a compelling episode of Love It or List It, where they help a family grapple with a significant housing decision. The show airs at 8pm on Channel 4, offering viewers an insightful look into the challenges of homeownership and renovation.
Property Duo Face Off in Bungalow Battle
The episode features wheelchair user Andy, who is increasingly frustrated with his family's dated bungalow, particularly its narrow corridors that limit accessibility. Andy is keen to move to a new property, but his partner Sam believes they should stay and invest in modernising their current home. Adding to the complexity is the consideration of their one-year-old son, making the decision even more poignant.
Kirstie and Phil present opposing strategies: one advocates using a £60,000 budget for renovations to transform the existing space, while the other suggests spending £500,000 on a new property that better meets the family's needs. This battle of ideas highlights the emotional and financial stakes involved in such life-changing choices.
Archaeological Insights and Artistic Endeavours
Elsewhere on the schedule, Digging for Britain on BBC Two at 8pm takes viewers on a historical journey. Professor Alice Roberts explores the lost estate of Harold Godwinson, the last Anglo-Saxon king of England. The programme also sheds light on a pressing issue in archaeology, revealing that Gloucester Museum is using a shopping centre unit to address a storage crisis, a situation that reflects how 60% of UK museums lack space for new finds.
At the same time, Sky Arts broadcasts Landscape Artist of the Year 2026 at 8pm, hosted by Stephen Mangan. This week's episode is set in the port of Dover, where eight artists compete for a place in the final, with judges including Eva Langret, director of Frieze London, offering critiques amidst playful puns about the location.
Comedy and Drama Fill the Evening
For those seeking lighter entertainment, Can You Keep a Secret? on BBC One at 9pm delivers a darkly comedic tale. Dawn French stars in a story about blackmail and a faked death, with policewoman Neha now involved in the secret. The plot thickens as the characters work to uncover the truth, though their efforts are complicated by William, who keeps leaving the house despite supposedly being dead.
Channel 4 offers Patience at 9pm, a drama where Ella Maisy Purvis and Jessica Hynes investigate a monk's mysterious death in a monastery. The case uncovers long-hidden secrets, while Patience faces her own challenge of public speaking about her police work.
Chaos in Black Ops and Classic Film Choice
At 9.30pm on BBC One, Black Ops returns with more comedic chaos. Kay and Dom plan to break into Steve's house, only to find his partner Benito at home, leading to improvisation and unexpected outcomes. The episode promises laughs as the characters navigate their mismatched operations.
Film enthusiasts can enjoy River of No Return (1954) on Film4 at 2.20pm. This musical western, directed by Otto Preminger, stars Robert Mitchum and Marilyn Monroe in a story loosely inspired by Bicycle Thieves. The film is noted for its stunning mountain action sequences and Monroe's captivating performance at the height of her career.
Live Sports Highlights
Sports fans have several options tonight, including the Women's Champions Cup semi-final between Arsenal and FAR Rabat at 5.30pm on Sky Sports Main Event. Champions League football continues with Liverpool facing Qarabag at 7.30pm on TNT Sports 2, and Napoli versus Chelsea on TNT Sports 4, concluding the league phase.
Overall, tonight's television schedule offers a diverse mix of property dilemmas, historical explorations, artistic competitions, and comedic dramas, ensuring there's something for every viewer to enjoy.
