Nelson Mandela's fight for freedom is set to be relived in all its glory on Channel 4's gripping new documentary series, Free Nelson Mandela, a three-part epic that promises to leave viewers on the edge of their seats. This unmissable journey through one of history's most defining moments draws on the personal testimony of those who knew him best – including his close friends and adversaries – to create an intimate and immersive portrait of the man who became a beacon of hope for an entire nation.
The documentary is packed with explosive interviews from the likes of Dali Tambo, son of Oliver Tambo, who describes Mandela as a 'man who became the aspiration of a nation'. You'll also hear from Barbara Masekela, Mandela's trusted confidante, and Christo Brand, the prison guard who got to know him behind bars. And then there's Nkosinathi Biko, son of the legendary anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko – their stories will transport you back to the dark days of apartheid in the 1960s and make you feel like you're part of a global movement for justice.
The first episode sets the scene with a searing look at the oppressive regime that imprisoned Mandela, and how his imprisonment sparked a wave of outrage around the world. You'll hear about how exiled singer Miriam Makeba's activism inspired a new generation of artists – including Gil Scott-Heron and Bob Marley – to join the fight for freedom.
It's a night of edge-of-your-seat TV on British screens, as BBC One offers a repeat showing of Outrageous, a drama about the Mitford sisters that's not to be missed. Beginning in 1931, this gripping series explores their tangled lives and connections with some of history's most fascinating figures – including Diana's notorious romance with Oswald Mosley.
But that's not all – Tiger Island concludes on BBC One at 7:15pm, capturing the heart-stopping behaviour of tigers on a Nepalese river island during monsoon season. On BBC Two, it's the final part of The Mother of All Cons, an explosive true story about an online scam that will leave you gasping for breath. And over on Channel 5, don't miss Little Disasters, a gripping adaptation of Sarah Vaughan's thriller starring Diane Kruger and Jo Joyner.