Idris Elba Meets Paul McCartney
9.20pm, BBC One
Hollywood star meets musical legend in this one-hour interview special, pairing up the unlikely duo for an in-depth discussion about McCartney’s long-spanning career and creative process, culminating in the release this week of his McCartney III album, where he played every instrument and wrote and recorded every song during lockdown. There is also talk of his appetite for collaboration, including recent stints with Kanye West and Rihanna. Ammar Kalia
The Masked Singer: The Story So Far
5pm, ITV
Ahead of a new series beginning next week, host Joel Dommett takes a look back at the fluffy costumed chaos that is the Masked Singer. With celebs including Kelis and Nicola Roberts bundled into outlandish outfits, it was up to the judging panel to guess their identities. AK
Jungle Mystery: Lost Kingdoms of the Amazon
5.20pm, Channel 4
The rainforest exploration of archaeologist Ella a-Shamahi has already uncovered stunning finds, including “the Sistine Chapel of ancient rock art”. In this episode she gets to know the indigenous populations still under threat of extinction. Ellen E Jones
Strictly Come Dancing: The Final
6pm, BBC One
Slightly hobbled by the compromises of 2020 as it may have been, this year’s Strictly has offered huge amounts of twinkling winter warmth, with Ranvir Singh and Bill Bailey in particular lighting up the floor. So there will be bittersweet sadness as the party ends with the series 18 grand final. Jack Seale
Barenboim on Beethoven: The Lost Tapes
6.30pm, Channel 4
This fascinating two-hour compilation marks the 250th anniversary of Beethoven’s birth with a screening of choice clips from composer Daniel Barenboim’s 1970 series honouring the 200th anniversary. A youthful Barenboim unpicks his defining characteristics. AK
Britain’s Most Historic Towns
8.20pm, Channel 4
Manchester was in the news this year for standing up to the government but it has always been a city of protest. On the last stop of her series, Professor Alice Roberts explores its radical history, from the Peterloo massacre to the desk where the Communist Manifesto was born. Graeme Virtue
Film choice
Notes on a Scandal, 12.25am, BBC One
Skilfully adapted by Patrick Marber from Zoe Heller’s novel, Richard Eyre’s compelling drama concerns middle-aged teacher Barbara (Judi Dench) and her obsession with beautiful young colleague Sheba (Cate Blanchett). It’s horribly gripping, and beautifully acted by a top cast. Paul Howlett
Live sport
Championship Football: Norwich City v Cardiff City, 12noon, Sky Sports Main Event. Clash at Carrow Road.
Premier League Football: Southampton v Manchester City, 3pm, Amazon Prime Video. Top flight head-to head.
Premier League Football: Everton v Arsenal, 5pm, Sky Sports Main Event. Followed by Newcastle United v Fulham at 7.45pm.
