Today's top TV and streaming picks: The Phone Box Babies, American Woman and The Cult of American Apparel
The Swiss-based tournament begins with Iceland v Finland at Arena Thun. It's immediately followed by Norway's clash with the hosts at St Jakob-Park in Basel.
Can't Sell, Must Sell Channel 4, 8pm
Sibling property experts Stuart and Scarlette Douglas's new series involves turning supposedly unsellable homes into des res. They begin with a cluttered but quaint cottage and a pink 'palace'.
The Phone Box Babies RTÉ One, 9.35pm
Documentary charting the lives of three people abandoned at birth in the 1960s, revealing how their stories are inextricably linked to the Ireland of the past. We follow the trio as they unearth the truth about their origins, why they were given up, and learn about family members.
American Woman Channel 4, 1.55am
Gritty drama from the writer of Mare of Easttown; the two projects share some similarities too. Here, Sienna Miller plays a working-class woman struggling to come to terms with her teenage daughter's disappearance while raising her grandson.
The Eclipse TG4, 10.30pm
The detectives discover that Nour had been having an affair with an older man, which puts a new spin on the investigation into her murder. They also learn about the teenager's secret ambitions and begin to wonder if they may have played a part in her tragic downfall.
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The Old Guard 2 Netflix, streaming now
Charlize Theron's Andy returns alongside her band of immortal fighters, driven by a refreshed commitment to safeguarding humanity. Fans of The Sandman will be thrilled to learn that the second and final instalment lands tomorrow.
Tour de France: Unchained Netflix, streaming now
In its final season, expect a high-stakes clash between cycling's elite and bold new challengers.
Young Sheldon Netflix, streaming now
Bear with me; both Disney+ and Netflix have had six seasons of Young Sheldon for years. Now, after an excruciating wait, Netflix has got its mittens on season seven. If you're rolling your eyes thinking, 'Hasn't that Big Bang offshoot been around forever?' Yes, it has, but it's far (far) superior to its predecessor.
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Season 2 Reunion Special Disney+, streaming now
How's that for a title? Following season two's dramatic finale, host Nick Viall brings #MomTok and #DadTok back together for revelations, unseen clips, and a surprise twist.
Trainwreck: The Cult of American Apparel Netflix, streaming now
I don't know about you, but I'm not sure where I'd be without our Tuesday Trainwreck instalment. The American Apparel brand soared in the early Noughties with salacious ads and ethical wear, but behind the scenes, chaotic leadership and misconduct allegations sent the brand into a downward spiral. For more stark viewing, Attack on London: Hunting The 7/7 Bombers is streaming now.
Shark Whisperer Netflix, streaming now
Whether you deem her a social media opportunist or a 'changemaking' conservationist, you can't quibble with the (literal) name Ocean Ramsay has made for herself. Melding striking visuals with a close character study, the film dissects the ethical and ecological dilemmas at the heart of environmental activism. Perspectives from scientists, indigenous voices, and conservationists — on all sides — reveal the complexity of Ramsay and the issues she raises.
Squid Game Netflix, streaming now
Brace yourselves… In the wildly anticipated third and final season of Squid Game, Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae, aka player 456) returns. Haunted by incremental loss, he's determined to end the deadly competition once and for all. His clash with the enigmatic Front Man (Lee Byung-hun) escalates into a (surprise, surprise) grave battle of strategy and morality, as new games and old enemies collide. With the expected level of twists — including a baby being added to the mix and the viral Gachapon craze (plastic vending balls to you) putting in a pivotal appearance — the stakes are high. As surviving players face progressively brutal choices, the line between justice and tainted vengeance increasingly blurs. Can humanity survive the harshest reality? As the world awaits the final answer, writer-director Hwang Dong-hyuk promises a powerful conclusion to the global phenomenon. I think we'll be the collective judges of that.
The Charles Ponzi Story AppleTV+, streaming now
We've all heard of Ponzi schemes, but what do you know of their namesake? He was a broke immigrant based in 1920s Boston, who rocketed to wealth and infamy in mere months by orchestrating what would become known as the infamous scheme, one of history's boldest financial frauds. For more stories inspired by true events, try Smoke starring Taron Egerton, John Leguizamo and Greg Kinnear.
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