Martin Clunes Stars as Huw Edwards in One-Off Scandal Drama Tonight

Tonight's TV highlights include Martin Clunes as Huw Edwards in a scandal drama, Stacey Solomon helping dads declutter, a true-crime documentary on Stephanie Hansen's murder, and a look at rapper Pa Salieu's life post-prison.

Power: The Downfall of Huw Edwards

Following a notable supporting role in Wuthering Heights, Martin Clunes takes on a more challenging role in a one-off factual drama portraying disgraced newsreader Huw Edwards. Clunes undergoes a significant vocal and physical transformation to embody Edwards, with the narrative focusing on intense and prolonged phone conversations between Edwards and a vulnerable 17-year-old named “Ryan” (played by Osian Morgan).

Sort Your Life Out With Stacey Solomon

At 8pm on BBC One, Stacey Solomon provides both practical guidance and empathetic support to two fathers, Big Craig and Little Craig. Their home is cluttered with toys, and they express concern about losing emotional connections to their daughter’s past. Stacey offers suggestions for compromises to address their worries.

WhatsApp Obsession: The Murder of Stephanie Hansen

At 9pm on ITV1, this true-crime documentary begins with footage of Sheldon Rodrigues reporting the death of his housemate Stephanie Hansen, claiming he was at work during the incident. However, WhatsApp messages revealed that Rodrigues had been harassing Stephanie, and he was subsequently found guilty of stabbing her to death. The documentary features accounts from Stephanie’s family and police officers involved in the case.

The Dyers’ Caravan Park

Also at 9pm on Sky One, the final episode of this series follows Danny and Dani as they assess their updated caravan park. Despite opposition to their playground plans, they proceed with development. As they reflect on their progress, a new issue concerning the water supply emerges.

Storyville: Khartoum

At 10pm on BBC Four, this documentary employs a unique blend of raw footage, animation, and re-enactments to depict the experiences of five Sudanese citizens striving to survive amid the ongoing turmoil in their country. The film maintains a dreamlike quality that does not overshadow the harsh realities faced by the individuals.

The Trials of Pa Salieu

The Coventry rapper Pa Salieu’s legal challenges began in 2018 following a fight linked to the fatal stabbing of his friend. He was convicted of possessing a bottle as an offensive weapon and later admitted to a charge of violent disorder. This thoughtful documentary explores the period after his prison sentence, highlighting his efforts to rebuild his career while coping with grief, survivor’s guilt, and the requirements imposed by his parole officers.

Film choice

This mockumentary, directed by Molly Gordon and Nick Lieberman, offers a heartfelt portrayal of a financially struggling but beloved youth performing-arts summer school. After the director suffers a stroke, her son Troy (played by Jimmy Tatro), a business vlogger, assumes leadership, much to the surprise of the students and staff, including teachers and close friends Rebecca-Diane (Gordon) and Amos (Ben Platt). The film serves as a tribute to institutions that provide safe spaces for those who are unconforming and marginalized, regardless of age.