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Reese Witherspoon stars in a glossy dramatisation of Celeste Ng’s novel, while Janelle Monáe takes over in Homecoming
Television Little Fires Everywhere
Reese Witherspoon and Kerry Washington headline this glossy family drama, based on Celeste Ng’s 2017 bestseller. Washington plays Mia, a mysterious artist who, along with her daughter (Lexi Underwood), upends the seemingly picture-perfect world of Elena (Witherspoon) and her husband Bill. Expect glorious performances from all involved.
Friday 22 May, Amazon Prime Video
What’s the Matter With Tony Slattery?
Formerly ubiquitous TV star Tony Slattery all but disappeared in the mid-90s following a breakdown. Here, supported by his partner of more than 30 years Mark Hutchinson, Slattery aims to have his mental health reassessed.
Thursday 21 May, 9pm, BBC Two
My Mate’s a Muslim
As Muslims around the world celebrate an unusual Ramadan this year, largely marked by lockdown restrictions, two British Muslims, the rapper Krept and vlogger Rumena, challenge their non-Muslim friends to join them in fasting to help shed a light on the month’s meaning.
Sunday 17 May, BBC Three
Homecoming
The critically acclaimed psychological thriller – based on the podcast of the same name – returns for its second season. Replacing Julia Roberts as the show’s perpetually confused protagonist is Janelle Monáe. Crucially, Stephan James returns as Walter Cruz, the military veteran needing help from the nefarious Homecoming Support Center.
Friday 22 May, Amazon Prime Video
History 101
The problem with history is there’s a lot of it. With that in mind, Netflix has made this new series of bite-sized history lessons, utilising archival footage and infographics to educate us on scientific breakthroughs, social shifts and world-changing discoveries.
Friday 22 May, Netflix
Arena: The Changin’ Times of Ike White
Somehow distilled into 78 minutes, this documentary tells the incredible story...