A familiar detective drama leads Sunday night viewing, alongside light entertainment and an ongoing political thriller. Here’s what to watch on UK TV tonight.
Grace, 8pm, ITV1
There is something quietly enduring about certain detective dramas.
At 8pm on ITV1, Grace returns for a new series, once again following DI Roy Grace as he navigates another missing person case. This opening episode centres on a woman who has disappeared without explanation, with the investigation gradually widening as more details emerge.
The series has never relied on spectacle. Instead, it leans into a steady, procedural rhythm, allowing characters and atmosphere to carry the narrative. That approach continues here, even with the added curiosity of a crossover element that brings in a familiar face from another ITV drama.
It remains understated, but dependable.
The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer, 7.40pm, Channel 4
Earlier in the evening at 7.40pm on Channel 4, the Bake Off tent returns with another celebrity edition.
The format is well established, and that familiarity is part of its appeal. The stakes are deliberately low, the tone relaxed, and the emphasis falls more on personality than precision.
There is a balance here between gentle competition and entertainment. Some contestants take it seriously, others less so, but the programme rarely strays from its central aim, which is to provide something easy to watch at the end of the week.
The Other Bennet Sister, 8pm, BBC One
At 8pm on BBC One, the Pride and Prejudice-inspired drama continues.
This retelling shifts focus toward Mary Bennet, often overlooked in the original story, and places her in a setting that allows for a different kind of narrative. As she arrives in London society, the tone blends period detail with a more modern sensibility.
It is a quieter alternative to the evening’s crime drama, though not without its own tensions.
The Capture, 9pm, BBC One
At 9pm on BBC One, The Capture continues to build its third series.
The storyline moves further into uneasy territory, with surveillance, misinformation and competing agendas shaping the narrative. What has always set the series apart is its willingness to blur certainty, allowing events to unfold without clear resolution.
That ambiguity remains central. The drama is less about answers and more about how those answers are constructed.
The Hunt: Prey vs Predator, 9pm, Channel 4
Also at 9pm on Channel 4, the competition format continues.
The structure is simple on the surface, a shifting game of pursuit, but the dynamics between participants quickly become more complex. Alliances form and dissolve, and the balance of control changes frequently.
It is less polished than some of its influences, but still effective as light, strategic entertainment.
Boarders, 10pm, BBC Three
At 10pm on BBC Three, the drama moves towards its conclusion.
With final exams approaching, pressure builds across the group. Storylines that have developed over the series begin to converge, and tensions become more visible.
There is a sense of closure approaching, though not without some uncertainty.
Film choice: Creed III, 10.20pm, ITV1
At 10.20pm on ITV1, Creed III offers a more conventional blockbuster option.
The film continues the established formula, but with enough variation to keep it engaging. The central conflict is rooted in personal history rather than scale, which gives it a slightly more grounded feel than expected.
It does not attempt to reinvent the genre, but it understands its strengths.
Live sport today
- IPL Cricket: Mumbai Indians v Kolkata Knight Riders, 2.50pm, Sky Sports Cricket
A single standout fixture carries the day’s live sport coverage, offering a different pace to the evening’s television.
Watching UK TV while abroad
For viewers outside the UK, access to live television can be inconsistent.
Streaming platforms such as BBC iPlayer and ITVX often apply regional restrictions, particularly for scheduled broadcasts. This can make it difficult to follow ongoing series or live events.
Services like LibertyShield are commonly used to maintain access to UK platforms while travelling, helping to provide continuity across different locations.
Conclusion
Sunday’s schedule is steady rather than dramatic.
A returning crime series anchors the evening, supported by familiar formats and ongoing storylines. It is not a night defined by risk, but by consistency.