TV Tonight: 'We Might Regret This' Comedy Returns with Disability Themes
Tonight's television lineup brings a refreshing mix of comedy, competition, and cultural documentaries, headlined by the return of an acclaimed series that tackles disability with humor and heart.
We Might Regret This: A Comedy of Engagement and Disability
At 10pm on BBC Two, We Might Regret This makes its much-anticipated return. Created by Kyla Harris and Lee Getty, this ace comedy follows Freya, played by Harris, who finds herself reluctantly engaged. However, her joy is tempered by the absence of her best friend and PA, Jo, portrayed by Elena Saurel. Freya's career filming disability awareness adverts fails to fulfill her artistic aspirations, adding to her dilemmas.
In a poignant subplot, her agents push her to meet a designer eager to create a wedding dress for a wheelchair user, highlighting the series' commitment to exploring disability issues with wit and sensitivity. This return promises to deliver the same sharp writing and heartfelt performances that have made it a standout in contemporary comedy.
Celebrity Lingo: Word Games with Star Power
Over on ITV1 at 7.30pm, Celebrity Lingo kicks off its new series hosted by Adil Ray. This celebrity spin-off of the popular word-guessing gameshow features big names competing for charity money. The premiere episode pairs Birds of a Feather star Lesley Joseph with Coronation Street's Claire Sweeney against Countdown's Rachel Riley and Radio 2 host Richie Anderson, setting the stage for lively and entertaining gameplay.
The Repair Shop: Nostalgia and Restoration
BBC One airs a brand-new series of The Repair Shop at 8pm, marking its 16th installment of wholesome, craft-based nostalgia. This episode continues the show's tradition of bittersweet stories, with the restoration team tackling angelic figurines, a diamond engagement ring, and elderly beer pumps. Each item brings emotional depth and showcases the skilled artisans' dedication to preserving memories.
Landscape Artist of the Year 2026: Artistic Competition Heats Up
Sky Arts presents Landscape Artist of the Year 2026 at 8pm, hosted by Stephen Mangan. The eight remaining competitors face the challenge of capturing the Ouse valley viaduct in West Sussex. Despite glorious sunshine, soaring temperatures intensify the pressure-cooker atmosphere as amateur artists vie for three coveted spots in the final, making for a gripping watch.
LS Lowry: The Unheard Tapes: A Tribute to an Icon
At 9pm on BBC Two, LS Lowry: The Unheard Tapes offers an illuminating film marking the 50th anniversary of the artist's death. Featuring recently discovered 1970s audio interviews with Laurence Stephen Lowry, brought to life by Ian McKellen's lip-syncing performance, this documentary contextualizes Lowry's celebrated chronicles of working-class Manchester life with insights from experts and famous fans.
The Stolen Girl: A Thrilling Mystery
ITV1 airs The Stolen Girl at 9pm, a fast-moving thriller originally shown on Disney+. Starring Denise Gough as flight attendant Elisa Blix, the story unfolds as she allows her daughter Lucia a sleepover, only to discover the house is an empty holiday rental with dead phone numbers and Lucia missing. This first of five episodes promises edge-of-your-seat suspense.
Tonight's schedule showcases a diverse range of programming, from comedy and competition to documentary and drama, ensuring something for every viewer.
