Every lunchtime, DailyEdge.ie rounds up the TV shows that you’ll be tweeting about tonight and talking about tomorrow.
Luke Kelly – Prince of Dublin (RTÉ One, 9.30pm)
Luke Kelly would have turned 75 this year and over 30 years after his death, he is still regarded as one of Ireland’s greatest folk singers. In this documentary, we’re treated to rare archival footage of the man himself, as well as contributions from Imelda May, Damien Dempsey and those who worked with Kelly.
The Dark Knight Rises (RTÉ Two, 9.20pm)
Get ready to see lots of tweets about Bane’s voice in your Twitter feed tonight… #TheDarkKnightRises
A Life On Screen – Stephen Fry (BBC Two, 9pm)
Stephen Fry is nothing short of a national treasure. In this special, we look back on his career highlights — from one half of Hugh and Laurie to beloved host of QI. And if you’re hankering for even more Fry when it’s done, QI is on straight after.
Everyone’s talking about… Making A Murderer
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Making A Murderer / Twitter / Twitter
The Netflix documentary series is the internet’s latest obsession.
The true crime series is along the lines of Serial and The Jinx, and follows the life of Steven Avery, a Wisconsin man convicted of murder in 2007. The documentary explores the possibility that a miscarriage of justice took place.
Let’s just say when you start watching it, you won’t stop…
Or flick over for…
- Moonrise Kingdom (RTÉ Two, 6.25pm) What could be better than starting your evening off with this lovely Wes Anderson film?
- David Beckham: For The Love of the Game (BBC One, 9pm) Documentary following the footballer’s quest to play a match on each of the seven continents.
- Albert Nobbs (BBC Two, 10.30pm) Starring Glenn Close, this period drama features a host of Irish faces, including Brendan Gleeson.
- 8 Out of 10 Cats End of Year Special (Channel 4, 9pm) Joey Essex, Issy Suttie, Richard Osman and Romesh Ranganathan look back on the year that was.
- The Shawshank Redemption (ITV2, 9pm) Text your Dad and let him know his favourite film is on.
