The Simpsons
8pm, Sky One
Will The Simpsons ever end? With the arrival of its 32nd season, it seems the answer may be no. Our favourite yellow family return in their crisp, HD glory for this opening episode, focused on the exploits of crinkly arch-capitalist Mr Burns. Taking his cue from Undercover Boss, Burns decides to see, in disguise, what life is really like for his plant’s workers. He might just be radicalised by what he finds out and sets to change things for the better; until, that is, Smithers vows to bring the old Burns back. Excellent. Ammar Kalia
Jamie and Jimmy’s Friday Night Feast
8pm, Channel 4
It’s back to a pre-Covid Southend pier for this latest instalment of Oliver and Doherty’s show. Their guest is the boxer Amir Khan, who tries his hand at Muhammad Ali’s favourite meal: a rack of lamb. Elsewhere, Jamie and Jimmy make ricotta from the waste ingredients from cheddar production. AK
Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out in the Lakes
8pm, Channel 5
Susan Calman and Helen Mirren are back on the road. That’s “Helen Mirren”, the vintage camper van named after Calman’s favourite actor. This time, they are enjoying the breathtaking views of the Lake District, with stop-offs including the “haunted” Muncaster Castle. Ellen E Jones
Olympic Pride, American Prejudice
8.05pm, PBS America
While Jesse Owens’s victories at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin may be well known, this documentary delves into the lives of the 17 other black athletes representing a segregated US. What emerges is an account of how their prowess ignited the civil rights movement back home. AK
The Last Leg
9pm, Channel 4
It’s the 21st series of the satirical chatshow and Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker show no signs of running out of steam. As we rejoin them, they are socially distanced, but their chemistry remains as they discuss the issues of the moment. Expect wry takes on the usual Brexit and Covid misery. Phil Harrison
Not Going Out
9.30pm, BBC One
Ah, pub quizzes: those serene affairs, not at all characterised by a steely-eyed wish to decimate the next table, as when Lee and Anna, and Sally and Toby find themselves on opposing teams in this unnervingly realistic setup. As Lee tells Anna: “It’s my wedding anniversary; please help me to crush my wife.” Ali Catterall
Film choice
Blade Runner 2049 (Denis Villeneuve, 2017), 9pm, Sony Movies
Villeneuve’s mindbending sequel to Ridley Scott’s 1982 Blade Runner is set in a desolate world 30 years on from the original. Ryan Gosling’s replicant LAPD officer K is given a mission that leads to a poignant meeting with Harrison Ford’s now reclusive Deckard. It’s a haunting, visually stunning work. Paul Howlett
Live sport
Test cricket: Sri Lanka v England 6am, Sky Sports Cricket. The second day of the match from Galle.
Snooker: The Masters 1pm, Eurosport 1/BBC Sports online. Coverage of the third quarter-final at Alexandra Palace, played over the best of 11 frames.
Premier League football: Fulham v Chelsea 7.30pm, Sky Sports Main Event. Live from Craven Cottage.
