Exploring Food Addiction, Angela Merkel’s Legacy, and More: Must-See Documentaries Tonight

Irresistible: Why We Can’t Stop Eating

9pm, BBC Two
Dr. Chris van Tulleken investigates how food companies make products addictive. He interviews industry insiders and reveals the harmful tricks used in food marketing. Hollie Richardson

Angela Merkel: The Woman Who Ran Europe

7pm, BBC Two
This documentary explores the impact of Angela Merkel’s leadership over 16 years. It covers her challenges with austerity, Covid, and Brexit. Hannah Verdier

24 Hours in Police Custody: The Murder Messages

9pm, Channel 4
Police investigate a Snapchat message claiming a murder. The team finds a more complicated crime as they delve into the case. HR

Dune: Prophecy

9pm, Sky Atlantic
Set 10,000 years before the Dune films, this series highlights power struggles among the galactic elite amid two high-profile murders. Valya Harkonnen, played by Emily Watson, pursues a prime suspect. Graeme Virtue

Surveilled

9pm, Sky Documentaries
Ron Farrow explores the spyware industry, revealing its implications for personal freedom and democracy. This documentary uncovers disturbing truths about regulation and access. Phil Harrison

Date My Nan

11pm, ITV1
In this feel-good series, makeup artists give grandmothers makeovers and arrange blind dates. Courtney prepares her 55-year-old nan Kathy for a date with 66-year-old author Andy. HR