Bernard O'Mahoney appears in Murder of the Essex Boys: Blood and Betrayal, a documentary airing on Channel 4 at 10pm. This two-part series delves into the infamous "Range Rover murders" of 1995, when drug dealers Pat Tate, Tony Tucker, and Craig Rolfe were shot dead at point-blank range in their vehicle in Essex. Former criminals and detectives share their insights, noting that many people had motives to harm them. Despite two convictions and numerous conspiracy theories, the case remains shrouded in mystery. The murders inspired the Rise of the Footsoldier film franchise. Hollie Richardson reports.
Other Highlights
Canal Boat Diaries
At 7pm on U&Yesterday, Robbie Cumming continues his self-filmed, low-key journey along the Llangollen Canal on the England-Wales border and up the River Weaver in Cheshire. This week's dramas include re-gluing an air vent and a trip to Middlewich for underpants. Jack Seale previews.
Springwatch
At 8pm on BBC Two, Chris Packham and Michaela Strachan return for a new series from the National Trust's Crom estate in Northern Ireland. Iolo Williams reports live from the Knepp estate in West Sussex. What wildlife will they first spot? HR asks.
Lucy Worsley Investigates: The American Revolution
At 9pm on BBC Two, the concluding part of this cerebral exploration of Britain's 18th-century split from its American colonies. Historian Lucy Worsley recounts the Battle of Long Island and examines why King Louis XVI of France funded America's revolt against the British monarchy. Nicole Vassell reports.
Major Crimes Unit
At 9pm on Channel 5, a daylight shooting linked to organised crime lands on the unit's desk. The team races against time to match suspects in custody to a vehicle captured on CCTV before the window for charges closes. Phil Harrison previews.
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
At 9pm on Sky Witness, season 27 opens with a somber funeral for a beloved character. The SVU team tackles a challenging rape case complicated by a vital witness who is wanted by ICE. Graeme Virtue reports.
Film Choice
Robot Dreams
At 4.35pm on Film4, Pablo Berger's poignant animation Robot Dreams (2023) features the song September by Earth, Wind & Fire. Set in a 1980s New York populated by animals, a lonely dog buys a robot and finds a friend for roller skating and beach trips. When the robot seizes up on the last day of the season, the dog must abandon it. The robot's musical fantasies explore the ebb and flow of friendship as it rusts. Simon Wardell reviews.
