TV tonight: an unlikely but charming job swap between Judi Dench and Jay Blades

Dame Judi & Jay: Unlikely Duo

"I honestly don't think we have anything similar," shared Jay Blades from The Repair Shop when asked about his experience with Academy Award winner Judi Dench. Surprisingly, their meeting on Blades's television show led to the blossoming of a new friendship despite their differences. This delightful documentary showcases the duo exploring each other's lives: Dench dives into the world of a busy market stall while Blades, who struggles with dyslexia, takes on the challenge of reading Shakespeare on stage. It is a heartwarming and uplifting watch that is sure to bring a smile to your face. - Hollie Richardson

Faye Dunaway's strong and impressive personality shines in this intriguing portrayal of the actress. From the iconic Oscars photo to looking back on her childhood, Dunaway and those close to her reflect on the performances that solidified her status as a Hollywood legend, despite the challenges she faced along the way.

The London Symphony Orchestra had its inaugural performance with their new conductor, Antonio Pappano, at the Proms. It was a daunting task as they performed Britten's intricate masterpiece, which was originally commissioned for the opening of Coventry Cathedral in 1962. This piece requires both technical skill and emotional depth, a combination that not all previous performers have been able to achieve.

Orlando Bloom: On The Edge

If you've been longing for another thrilling journey with a well-known middle-aged man experiencing a crisis, you're in for a treat. This series of documentaries follows Orlando Bloom as he courageously takes on dangerous stunts, seemingly just for the thrill of it. He kicks off with wingsuit jumping, a risky skydiving variation that allows participants to glide through the air like squirrels. Nicole Vassell

National Lottery Welcomes Team GB Homecoming

Team GB is returning home with 65 medals, 14 of which are gold. The BBC is showing their gratitude by hosting a night of music featuring Jess Glynne, Clean Bandit, and Pete Tong. Emma Willis and Vernon Kay will also interview the Team GB heroes. It's something at least.

New Woman In Town

Mary Turner Thomson is the main focus of this documentary series, sharing her experience of being in a fraudulent marriage to William Allen Jordan. He was not only a bigamist but also a scam artist. Even though there were clear warning signs in her relationship timeline, Thomson's intelligence and ability to express herself make it difficult to criticize her or the other victims too severely.

The blog section on BBC Two at 12.20pm features a show called "Strangers on a Train".

This classic 1951 thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock and based on Patricia Highsmith's debut novel showcases the director's talent. The movie is filled with tension as Farley Granger's character, a tennis pro named Guy, becomes entangled in a murder plot orchestrated by the mysterious Bruno (played by the captivating Robert Walker). In this scheme, Bruno plans to kill Guy's wife while Guy is expected to eliminate Bruno's father in return. There are also recurring symbols such as spectacles and lighters, a subtle commentary on academia (with hints of homoeroticism), and appearances by both Hitchcock himself and his daughter.

The Mask will be airing on BBC One at 4.30pm. Following the popularity of Ace Ventura, Jim Carrey stars in this comedy as a boring bank clerk named Stanley who discovers a magical mask in the river. When he puts it on, he becomes a fun-loving, super-powered green-faced character. The film includes nods to the Norse god Loki and has a lot of slapstick comedy and humor similar to Looney Tunes cartoons. Stanley's transformation leads to him pursuing Cameron Diaz's character, a mob girlfriend, in a funny and entertaining way.

Top-tier English football match between Brentford and Crystal Palace will kick off at 1pm on Sky Sports Main Event. The highly anticipated clash between Chelsea and Manchester City will follow at 4pm.

Cricket for Women: Catch the Women's final of The Hundred tournament at 2pm on BBC Two. The match will take place at Lord's. Stay tuned for the men's final at 5.30pm.