Tonight on TV: new crime drama about a serial killer in Scotland
Tonight's TV highlights include the new crime drama 'The Dark' about a serial killer in Scotland, a countdown of the richest TV stars, a documentary on tech billionaires, and more.
Tonight, July 12, the TV lineup features several new shows. On ITV1 at 9pm, the series 'The Dark' begins—a chilling crime drama about a serial killer operating in the Scottish wilderness. Laura Donnelly stars as Detective Inspector Monica Kennedy, who finds a young man's body and realizes his older brother disappeared years earlier. The first episode promises tension that will leave viewers uneasy. The series continues on Monday.
Channel 5 at 8pm offers 'The TV Rich List 2026', a countdown of the 30 wealthiest British TV stars. Names like Ant and Dec and Simon Cowell appear, with analysis from entertainment journalists Katie Spencer and Scott Bryan.
BBC Two at 9pm airs the documentary 'The Tech Billionaire Takeover'. Presenter Matt Shea explores what tech billionaires want, meeting crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun, visiting the blockchain micronation Liberland, and uncovering a post-democratic vision where libertarianism is essentially plutocracy.
Channel 4 at 9pm returns with 'The Piano', the talent show where amateur pianists perform in noisy train stations. At Birmingham New Street, judges including classical star Tiffany Poon, alongside Claudia Winkleman and Mika, evaluate contestants including a spry 94-year-old and a young meningitis survivor with an unorthodox technique.
TLC at 9pm features 'Unacceptable', a daring panel show where comedians present controversial opinions. This week's guests include Maisie Adam, Guz Khan, and Chris McCausland.
BBC One at 9:15pm broadcasts 'I, Jack Wright', a thriller about the death of millionaire brick tycoon Jack Wright (Trevor Eve) and the ensuing family feud over his fortune. Wife Sally (Nikki Amuka-Bird) and son Gray (John Simm) are cut out of the will.
Finally, Sky Cinema Premiere at 7:40am and 8:25pm shows 'Anemone', a dark drama starring Daniel Day-Lewis and Sean Bean. The story follows Ray (Day-Lewis), a former soldier living off-grid, and his brother Jem who seeks him out after 20 years of separation.
