Monday
Who Do You Think You Are? Gem, 8:30pm AEST
Jim Parsons features on Who Do You Think You Are? The show traces the genealogy of Parsons’ family and this episode reveals the childhood and family history of the Big Bang Theory star.
The Ring, Ch. 11, 9.30pm AEST
Naomi Watts and Martin Henderson star in this 2002 horror film. The Ring follows a young journalist investigating a videotape that mysteriously causes the death of anyone who views it. It’s a peculiarly enthralling film that’s worth a watch.
Tuesday
Premium Rush, Ch. 7, 8.30pm AEST
Joseph Gordon-Levitt plays daring courier Wilee in New York City, dodging traffic and pedestrians. One particular delivery gets Wilee embroiled in seemingly inescapable trouble. Premium Rush is a fast-paced action film featuring an excellent performance by Gordon-Levitt.
The Book Club, ABC, 9:38pm AEST
Tune in for the hour-long end-of-year Book Club special, hosted by Jennifer Byrne and Marieke Hardy. The panel will be counting down the top 10 classic beach books so you can get your summer reading sorted.
Wednesday
Killers, Ch. 9, 8:30pm AEST
This fun, light-hearted film stars Katherine Heigl as a woman who discovers her husband, played by Ashton Kutcher, is in fact a secret agent. Neighbours that have been contracted to kill him shatter their seemingly idyllic suburban life. Not to be taken seriously, but a fun romp with a few good laughs.
Ill Manors, SBS 2, 8:30pm AEST
For grittier viewing, tune into British crime drama Ill Manors. The film tells a story of the darker side of London, focusing on the lives of four drug dealers, a drug user and two prostitutes. Not for the faint-hearted, but excellent television.
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