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What’s on TV tonight? Shows to watch on Sunday 29 October from Blue Planet II to Ball and Boe: Back Together

Also on tonight Louis Theroux: Talking to Anorexia and The Countryfile Ramble for Children in Need

Blue Planet II: Sir David Attenborough is, of course, on hand to introduce us to the wonders that have been discovered using new technology

WHAT can't you miss on TV tonight? Our guide to the must-see shows...

NEW! Blue Planet II, 8pm, BBC One

 Blue Planet II: Sir David Attenborough is, of course, on hand to introduce us to the wonders that have been discovered using new technology
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Blue Planet II: Sir David Attenborough is, of course, on hand to introduce us to the wonders that have been discovered using new technologyCredit: BBC

It’s been four years in the making, but the sequel to 2001’s Blue Planet is finally here – and it’s almost too good for words.

Sir David Attenborough is, of course, on hand to introduce us to the wonders that have been discovered using new technology.

Every scene is a highlight in itself, with our favourites including the tusk fish that uses tools, the bird-eating Giant Trevally that actually leaps out of the water, and the sex-changing ​​wrasse fish.

There are sombre scenes too as we’re reminded of the effects of global warming, while ​those wonderful final behind-the-scenes interviews in each episode explain how some of the tricky footage was captured.

All dramatised further by Hans Zimmer’s atmospheric score, you’ll watch every astonishing minute and think: “How did I not know about this before?!”

NEW! Ball and Boe: Back Together, 9pm, ITV

 Ball and Boe: Back Together: Michael Ball and Alfie Boe (l-r) treat us to their finest “80s dad rap”
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Ball and Boe: Back Together: Michael Ball and Alfie Boe (l-r) treat us to their finest “80s dad rap”Credit: ITV

As if belting out hits from The Lion King and Sunset Boulevard accompanied by a 28-piece orchestra wasn’t enough, Michael Ball and Alfie Boe (l-r) treat us to their finest “80s dad rap” – and it’s worth tuning in for that alone.

There are also performances from Imelda May and Jason Manford, who proves he’s not just funny but tuneful too.

NEW! Louis Theroux: Talking To Anorexia, 9pm, BBC Two

 Louis Theroux: Talking to Anorexia: This will linger with you long after the credits roll
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Louis Theroux: Talking to Anorexia: This will linger with you long after the credits rollCredit: BBC

Louis (right) returns home to the UK for this special, which tackles the devastation of eating disorders.

With access to two of London’s biggest treatment facilities for anorexia – St Ann’s Hospital and Vincent Square Clinic – he unpicks why the dark disease has such a hold over those it affects.

This will linger with you long after the credits roll.

NEW! The Countryfile Ramble for Children In Need, 6pm, BBC One

 The Countryfile Ramble for Children In Need: This time round, Matt Baker is taking on a big challenge in Dartmoor National Park
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The Countryfile Ramble for Children In Need: This time round, Matt Baker is taking on a big challenge in Dartmoor National ParkCredit: BBC

Strap your walking boots on and join the Countryfile gang as they stretch their legs across the country for the third year in a row, all in the name of a great cause.

This time round, Matt Baker is taking on a big challenge in Dartmoor National Park, Ellie Harrison is in the Brecon Beacons and Adam Henson (above) leads ramblers in Bristol.

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