Fightland, the new boxing drama executive-produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, premieres on Sky Atlantic at 9pm. The series stars Howard Charles as “Duke Kilroy”, a champion boxer driven by revenge after the murder of his brother. The show is set at the intersection of boxing and gangsterism, promising a blend of violence and intrigue.
A Crime Kingpin's Philosophy
Nicholas Pinnock plays Kingsley Marshall, a slick crime kingpin who declares: “Boxing is a criminal enterprise. Always has been, always will be.” This bold claim sets the tone for the series, which critics describe as big, bloody, and somewhat basic. The narrative is as subtle as a punch in the face, focusing on revenge and the dark underbelly of the sport.
Other Highlights on Tonight's TV
Elsewhere, Dragons’ Den returns to BBC One at 8pm with a new batch of entrepreneurs. This week features a nervous husband-and-wife team with an expensive water-saving device, a health food entrepreneur who has yet to turn a profit but received a grant from Sainsbury’s, and a street art impresario who has gone viral.
On BBC Two at 8pm, The Big Deal with Steph McGovern brings its art dealership competition to Margate. The five remaining pairs must sell limited-edition prints to the public, with one contestant, Gavin, admitting: “I don’t even know what a print is.”
Historical and Dramatic Offerings
A House Through Time on BBC Two at 9pm sees David Olusoga explore a home in Calton Hill, Edinburgh, as the 20th century brings dark turns. The residence becomes multiple-occupancy, leading to overcrowding and trouble, with insights into prison work dangers.
Ludwig on BBC One at 9pm turns a dreamy wedding into a nightmare. John (David Mitchell), now a crime scene consultant, faces a puzzle where every wedding guest saw the victim, creating “too many variables” for the master-puzzler.
Hit Point on U& Dave at 9pm continues its unusual crime thriller, with compromised cop Leo pretending to investigate crimes he is involved in. The chemistry between Leo and partner Bella adds a bittersweet edge, cannily written by Howard Overman.
