TV Highlights for Saturday
Drama: One Day in Boyle
Written and directed by Ciaran Creagh, this drama is set in Boyle, County Roscommon, and tells the story of one day in the life of a 15-year-old girl in a small Irish town. Though fictional, it draws heavily from the true story of Ann Lovett, who died on January 31, 1984, hours after giving birth to her stillborn son near a church in Granard, County Longford. Zara Devlin stars in the lead role.
Girlbands Forever, BBC Two, 9:00 pm
The final episode explores the journeys of talent show winners Little Mix as they navigate social media pressures. The series also covers the changing line-ups of the Sugababes and the return of familiar members.
BBC Two continues the girl power theme with a lineup featuring:
- The Spice Girls at the BBC at 10:00 pm
- Sugababes at Glastonbury 2024
- Top of the Pops: Eternal Special
- Ronnie Spector at the BBC
T2 Trainspotting, Channel 4, 11:30 pm
Two decades after the original British classic, director Danny Boyle reunites the cast for this sequel from 2017. Although it misfires at times, the film remains entertaining.
“The final part of Girlbands Forever, a Wicked musical extravaganza, and a new drama about every parent's worst nightmare - here's your top telly for Saturday.”
Author's summary: This Saturday's TV lineup offers intense drama rooted in real events, a celebration of iconic girl bands, and a much-anticipated sequel that reunites a beloved cast.