Today’s Top TV and Streaming Picks: Highlights and Recommendations

Today’s TV picks include “Walking with Dinosaurs,” “Little Women,” and “Surviving The Tunisia Beach Attack.” Key events include the Leinster and Munster Senior Hurling Championships and the Ulster Final football coverage. Streaming options feature a mix of documentaries and films across various platforms.

If you are planning a night in front of the TV, here are some of the standout picks for today. Starting with sports, you can catch “The Sunday Game” live on RTÉ2 at 1:30 p.m. The show will feature two matches, one from the Leinster Senior Hurling Championship and then one in the Munster Senior Hurling Championship, with throw-ins scheduled at 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

At 5:00 p.m., GAA Beo on TG4 will provide live coverage of the Ulster Final in the Electric Ireland Minor Football Championship, with Micheál Ó Domhnaill hosting the event. Switching gears to documentaries, “Walking with Dinosaurs” returns to BBC One at 6:25 p.m. This revival of the iconic series takes us back to eastern Montana as palaeontologists unearthed a baby triceratops, exploring what life was like 66 million years ago.

Following that, at 8:15 p.m., viewers can tune into “Death Valley,” also on BBC One. The show features Gwyneth Keyworth and Timothy Spall in a murder investigation set in his neighborhood. Then later, at 9:25 p.m., TG4 presents “Scoil Cheoil an Earraigh,” where a host of artists perform songs from west Kerry, with performers like Ciara de Mórdha and Mossie Ó Scanláin taking the stage.

For those fond of action, “Tomorrow Never Dies” airs at 6:25 p.m. on RTÉ2. Pierce Brosnan returns as James Bond, tasked by the British Secret Service to thwart an insidious media mogul played by Jonathan Pryce. As the plot unfolds, Bond faces off against a plot that threatens international peace. At 9:30 p.m. on RTÉ One, there is Greta Gerwig’s adaptation of “Little Women,” where the March sisters navigate their lives amid the backdrop of the Civil War, featuring a strong performance by Saoirse Ronan.

Currently available for streaming is “Surviving The Tunisia Beach Attack” on Prime Video, which revisits the tragic 2015 shooting where 38 lives were lost. Survivors recount their harrowing experiences and the ongoing impact of the incident.

Also on Prime Video, “Clarkson’s Farm” has returned, showcasing Jeremy Clarkson’s humorous antics as he juggles various endeavors while managing his farm staff. Alternatively, for thrill-seekers, Netflix offers “Air Force Elite: Thunderbirds,” capturing the rigorous training of the US Air Force’s showcase team in a stunning documentary format.

On Apple TV+, “Fountain of Youth” features John Krasinski and Natalie Portman as estranged siblings on a global quest for immortality. The cast includes talents like Eiza González and Stanley Tucci, promising an engaging adventure. Another Apple offering is “Deaf President Now,” shedding light on an underrecognized civil rights movement. Additionally, Netflix is serving slasher vibes with “Fear Street: Prom Queen,” where deadly competition unfolds at a high school prom. Meanwhile, “Forget You Not” follows Cheng Le-le as she navigates challenges in comedy and family life.

And for something a little different, test your brain with “Focail” and “Conundrum,” daily word puzzles designed to sharpen your vocabulary and problem-solving skills.

In summary, today’s TV schedule is packed with engaging sports, gripping documentaries, and entertaining films. With a mix of live coverage, storytelling, and thrilling narratives, viewers have a variety of options to choose from, catering to an array of interests. From historical insights in the reimagined “Walking with Dinosaurs” to the heart-wrenching documentary “Surviving The Tunisia Beach Attack,” there is something for everyone. So settle in and choose your viewing wisely!

Original Source: www.independent.ie