Austin Returns: Sally Phillips Steals Show in BBC Family Sitcom
Austin Returns: Sally Phillips Steals Show in BBC Sitcom

The British-Australian sitcom Austin returns for its second series on BBC One at 11.10pm, continuing the story of grumpy children's author Julian (Ben Miller) and his neurodivergent son Austin (Michael Theo). In the new episode, Julian receives the DNA test results and reveals that Austin is not his biological son. The pair then embark on a search for Austin's real father.

Sally Phillips Steals the Show

While the central plot revolves around Julian and Austin's quest, it is Sally Phillips as Julian's fed-up wife Ingrid who really steals the show, according to critic Hollie Richardson. Phillips brings comedic timing and emotional depth to the role, balancing the family's identity crisis with sharp wit.

Other Highlights

Also airing tonight is Our Lives: Ashington AFC – Saving Our Club (7pm, BBC One), a documentary about the Northumberland town's football team facing relegation and financial struggles, told through the eyes of volunteers. Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids (8pm, Channel 4) follows the Owens as they prepare for autumn and Clive's 70th birthday, dealing with a premature calf and underfloor heating. Women of World War II: More Untold Stories (8.15pm, PBS America) features Marijke Brown, who was rescued as a Jewish infant during WWII, and other personal accounts. Gardeners' World (9pm, BBC Two) sees Monty Don at the first RHS Badminton flower show, offering advice on summer blooms. Celebrity Gogglebox (9pm, Channel 4) includes Julian Clary, Nigel Havers, Rylan Clark, and Strictly dancers.

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Film and Sport

Film choices include Wicked: For Good (Sky Cinema Premiere), Leave Her to Heaven (Film4), and The Bodyguard (Sky Cinema Greats). Live sport features day one of the Women's Test Cricket between England and India at Lord's (10am, Sky Sports Main Event).

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