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Best of the box: Pass the smelling salts... Downton is back!

Not quite sure of what the best picks of the box are for this week? Or will you regret having not...
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19.09 14 Sep 2015


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Best of the box: Pass the smel...

Best of the box: Pass the smelling salts... Downton is back!

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19.09 14 Sep 2015


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Not quite sure of what the best picks of the box are for this week? Or will you regret having not recorded something during the week when everyone is suddenly talking about it?

Fear not, Tom Dunne has you covered.

Sue Murphy joined Tom to pick out the best of the box this week and there really is a lot of great TV picks.

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Pick of the Week: Downton Abbey, Sunday, ITV, 9pm

They're back! Nobody panic, they're back.

The final series of the wonderful Downton Abbey will hit our screens on Sunday and there is going to be a lot of revelations in store. A lot. There has to be, really. They need to leave us on a high. We need this.

Other picks

Keith Richards, Under the Influence from Friday on Netflix
 
The film is a beautifully documented portrait of Keith Richards that takes us on a journey to discover the genesis of his sound as a songwriter, guitarist and performer. Keith Richards: Under the Influence is unparalleled in its access as it looks at one of the architects of rock ’n’ roll music, while charting his sound and influences, back to the music that inspired him then and now -- electric blues, country honky-tonk, southern soul, and more – as he creates his first solo album in 23 years. 

The Gamechangers, Tuesday, BBC2, 9pm
 
In Autumn 2013, the game’s latest iteration – GTA: V – earned $1bn in just three days, becoming the fastest-selling entertainment product in history. But this drama goes back to 2002, to tell the story of a three-year period of intense controversy in the history of this iconic game's development.

Horizon, Wednesday, BBC, 8pm
 
The video game industry is a global phenomenon. There are over 1.2 billion gamers across the planet, with sales projected soon to pass $100 billion per year. But their very popularity fuels the controversy thatsurrounds them. They frequently stand accused of corrupting the young - of causing violence and addiction. But is this true?
 
Calculating Ada - The Countess of Computing, Thursday, BBC4, 9pm
 
Ada Lovelace was a most unlikely computer pioneer. In this film, Dr Hannah Fry tells the story of Ada's remarkable life. Born in the early 19th century Ada was a countess of the realm, a scandalous socialiteand an 'enchantress of numbers'. The film is an enthralling tale of how a life infused with brilliance, but blighted by illness and gambling addiction, helped give rise to the modern era of computing.

Rugby World Cup, Opening Ceremony, Friday TV3 6pm
 
Matt Cooper presents a preview of the prestigious tournament, which kicks off later tonight. With guests Keith Wood, Matt Williams and Hugo MacNeill.

Film of the week - The Krays - Wednesday ITV4, 9pm

 
Biopic of the infamous twin brothers who built up a criminal empire in the East End of London during the 1960s. Seizing territory from an already established rival by force, they quickly rose to prominence in the city's gangland culture. However, over time the brothers began to clash, while enemies stood ready to bring them down.
 
Starring Gary and Martin Kemp, Billie Whitelaw and Tom Bell.


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