BBC Three presents a compelling documentary tonight that delves deep into the controversial world of the manosphere, with journalist James Blake meeting young men who have embraced its radical philosophies.
Inside the Manosphere
In Men of the Manosphere at 10pm, Blake encounters followers of alpha influencer Hamza Ahmed and explores their unconventional lifestyle choices. The documentary features Shayne, who explains his decision to 'take the red pill' following a difficult breakup, stating 'No one respects the nice guy'.
Another subject, Jack, reveals he's 57 days into a 100-day semen retention journey, telling Blake: 'I don't worship [Andrew Tate] but I crave what he represents.' The programme offers an honest hour of television where even Blake confronts his own past beliefs about masculinity and online communities.
Tonight's Television Highlights
Channel 4 switches from frugality to luxury at 8pm with Inside the World's Most Luxurious Cruises. The team behind Secrets of Supercheap Shopping now examines extravagant living aboard the world's most expensive cruise ships, including vessels featuring multiple Picassos and even a Fabergé egg.
Meanwhile, Celebrity MasterChef returns to BBC One at 9pm with food critic Grace Dent joining the judging panel alongside John Torode. The first episode features five celebrity contestants:
- Antony Costa
- Gaz Choudhry
- Ginger Johnson
- Katie McGlynn
- Uma Jammeh
Viewers will discover how these famous faces handle the mystery ingredients hidden beneath their cloches.
Additional Evening Viewing
Channel 5 continues The Forsytes at 9pm, where tensions escalate between the family's opposing factions. Jack Davenport's character James leads the bullying side against Stephen Moyer's wishy-washy Jolyon, with a risky investment threatening multiple marriages.
Sky Atlantic presents It: Welcome to Derry at 9pm, a 1960s prequel to Stephen King's killer clown story that incorporates elements from The Shining and The Shawshank Redemption. This week focuses on young Lilly (Clara Stack) facing school bullies.
Sky Comedy offers The Chair Company at 9.45pm, following Ron's bizarre conspiracy theory quest while office morale hits rock bottom - prompting Douglas's unusual chicken costume solution.
Film enthusiasts can catch A Thousand and One on BBC Two at 11pm, featuring Teyana Taylor's powerful performance as Inez, a recently released prisoner determined to reclaim her son Terry through drastic measures.
Live Sports Coverage
Football fans can watch Northern Ireland versus Luxembourg in World Cup qualifying action at 7.30pm on BBC Three. Additional qualifiers scheduled include Scotland against Denmark on Tuesday at 7.30pm (BBC Two) and Wales facing North Macedonia, also Tuesday at 7.30pm on BBC Three.
