Television viewers are in for a treat this evening with a compelling mix of drama, documentary, and true crime hitting the screens. The headline act is the long-awaited return of a beloved detective, while a historian delves into a chilling unsolved mystery.
A Dream Team Reborn: The Lynley Reboot
Leo Suter takes on the iconic role of DI Tommy Lynley in a polished new reboot of the classic series, airing at 8.30pm on BBC One. Based on Elizabeth George's novels, the show pairs the aristocratic Lynley with working-class DS Barbara Havers, played by Sofia Barclay. Havers' initial impression of her new partner is less than favourable, dismissing him as a "fresh-faced city boy." However, as this chalk-and-cheese duo tackles their first murder case together, viewers will be left to wonder if their contrasting styles might just forge the ultimate dream team.
Documentaries and Daring Crossovers
Elsewhere, ITV1 hosts a television event at 8pm with "Corriedale," a special super soap crossover. In explosive scenes, the worlds of Emmerdale and Coronation Street collide when a drink-driving incident and reckless speeding culminate in a major crash on a stormy night. Fans can expect high drama involving characters like Aaron and Charity Dingle.
Over on Channel 4 at 8pm, Gemma Atkinson presents "Protein: Everything You Need to Know." This timely documentary examines the modern consumer obsession with protein, questioning whether the science supports its addition to everything from pizza to alcoholic drinks.
Quiz Champions and Chilling Histories
Brainboxes can test their knowledge as University Challenge continues its second round on BBC Two at 8.30pm. Hosted by Amol Rajan, the episode sees Churchill College, Cambridge battle Merton College, Oxford for the last remaining spot in the quarter-finals.
The evening takes a darker turn at 9pm on BBC Two with "Lucy Worsley's Victorian Murder Club." The esteemed historian applies her unique style to true crime, attempting to crack the gruesome case of the Victorian Thames Torso Murderer. Starting with the discovery of a lower torso in the river in 1887, and other body parts found across London from Temple to Battersea, Worsley assembles a crack team to piece together this century-old mystery.
Finally, Channel 5 brings real-life crime investigation to the fore at 9pm with "Murder Suspect No 1." The documentary series returns, following Lancashire police from the first 999 call after a man is beaten to death in a basement squat. The film promises major twists as it explores whether the arrested man is the true culprit or a second victim.
