TV tonight: a serial killer’s sick, twisted game in The Dark
Tonight’s UK TV lineup ranges from a sinister detective drama to nature documentaries and reality shows.

This evening’s British television offers a diverse mix of programmes. At 9pm on ITV1, the detective drama "The Dark" continues as the serial killer claims a third victim. DI Kennedy (Laura Donnelly) faces a tense dilemma: can she save the next potential target, or is she being drawn into the killer’s twisted game? Meanwhile, she deals with a troubling home situation involving her daughter.
At 8pm on BBC One, "There's a Gangster in My Flat: Panorama" investigates the plight of landlords who, despite paying agencies for tenant checks, end up with criminals in their properties.
At 8.30pm on BBC Two, "University Challenge" enters its 33rd series with a first-round heat. Defending champions Manchester take on 2023 winners Durham, with Amol Rajan hosting.
At 9pm on Sky Atlantic, "House of the Dragon" returns to bloody conflict after two episodes focused on politics. Rhaenyra fights to keep the Iron Throne amid family dissent.
At 9pm on BBC Two, "Evolution" with Chris Packham explores the origins of life, including the challenges of trilobite reproduction and the massive eggs of ostriches.
At 10pm on Channel 4, "Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives" follows influencer Trewley Precious and her sisters as they embrace a glamorous lifestyle, breaking away from traditional strict rules.
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