Tonight’s TV: Mystery Road: Origin, Taskmasterclass & The Eternal Daughter
Here’s a guide to the standout television offerings for the evening of January 23, 2026.
Mystery Road: Origin
9pm, BBC Two
The Australian crime drama Mystery Road continues with a new episode.Detective Jay Swan, portrayed by Mark coles Smith, faces increasing hostility within the community he serves, escalating into a direct threat. the episode also features comedic relief with Clarence Ryan as Jay’s brother, Sputty, who finds himself wrongly accused of murder.
Taskmasterclass
10pm, Channel 4
Taskmasterclass, a spin-off of the popular comedy panel show Taskmaster, returns. Set in a futuristic 2048, Greg Davies and Alex Horne revisit past outtakes featuring Munya Chawawa and Aisling Bea, humorously blaming thier performances for a hypothetical societal collapse.The show demonstrates the enduring appeal of the original Taskmaster format.
Film Choice
The Eternal Daughter (Joanna Hogg, 2022), 11pm, BBC Two
Joanna Hogg’s atmospheric drama, The Eternal daughter, unfolds in a remote Welsh country hotel. tilda Swinton delivers a compelling dual performance as both a filmmaker, Julie, and her mother, Rosalind. their stay at the hotel, once the childhood home of Rosalind’s aunt, becomes a journey through memory and loss, punctuated by unexplained occurrences and poignant recollections. The film explores themes of family, remembrance, and the lingering presence of the past.
Revenge (Coralie Fargeat, 2017), 11.10pm, Legend Xtra
Directed by Coralie Fargeat, known for her work on The Substance, Revenge is a 2017 thriller. The film follows Jen (Matilda Lutz) as she transforms from a vulnerable woman into a figure of retribution after a violent assault during a weekend getaway. the film is noted for its visceral action and feminist themes.
Worth a look