Tonight, Channel 4 brings a stark and powerful depiction of the Northern Ireland conflict to UK screens with the premiere of 'Say Nothing'. This brutal and gripping drama, first shown on Disney+, delves into the life of IRA volunteer Dolours Price and the infamous abduction of Belfast mother Jean McConville.
A Harrowing Story Based on Fact
The series is adapted from Patrick Radden Keefe's award-winning book of the same name. It opens in 1972 with the kidnapping of Jean McConville, a Belfast mother of ten, an event that sent shockwaves through the community. As violence erupts across the city, a young Dolours Price, played by Lola Petticrew, insists she wants no part in the conflict. The narrative follows her journey, with Maxine Peake portraying the older Dolours, reflecting on a turbulent and violent past.
Tonight's Unmissable Television Line-up
Beyond this hard-hitting drama, Tuesday's television schedule offers a diverse range of programming. On BBC One at 2pm, the heartwarming new series 'The Marvellous Miniature Workshop', presented by Sara Cox, begins. The episode sees experts create a stunningly detailed miniature model of a derelict library, complete with 3,000 individual books, for retiree Leah, who has poignant memories of the place.
Later, BBC One's Panorama at 8pm presents a disturbing investigation. Reporter Catrin Nye fronts 'The Truth About Forever Chemicals', examining the toxic PFAS chemicals found in everyday items and their potential health and environmental impacts.
Further Highlights Across the Channels
History enthusiasts can tune into BBC Two at 9pm for 'Civilisations: Rise and Fall', which charts the fortunes of ancient Egypt, culminating in Cleopatra's fateful alliance with Julius Caesar. Meanwhile, BBC Three at 9pm asks 'Dating Apps: The Inside Story', a documentary scrutinising the business practices of major app companies like Match Group, which owns Tinder and Hinge.
For comedy fans, BBC Two at 10pm sees the return of 'Mammoth', starring Mike Bubbins as a defrosted 1970s PE teacher on a new health kick. Film choice on Netflix includes the epic Norwegian sequel 'Troll 2', promising larger-scale monster action and humour.
This evening's television offers a potent mix of historical reckoning, investigative journalism, and lighter entertainment, providing compelling viewing options for all.
