Link: https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2026/aug/31/tv-tonight-judi-dench-and-ian-mckellen-share-stories-secrets-and-a-little-mischief

The stage and screen legends reminisce over tea. Plus: Fred Sirieix checks into one of Marrakech’s grandest hotels. Here’s what to watch this evening

9pm, Sky ArtsJudi and her potty-mouthed parrot Sweetheart invite Ian McKellen for a natter in the return of this charming show. Ian reminds her of when they first met, performing a play in 1967, and how Judi saved him from stage fright. Then it’s a warm, naughty hour as they share anecdotes about Ann Summers knickers, ponder the future (Judi’s eyesight is now very bad) and watch a clip of cinema flop Cats: “I was frightful in the film,” says Judi. Pure gold with two icons. Hollie Richardson

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