Vera, Farewell Pet
9pm, ITV1
Brenda Blethyn’s detective Vera Stanhope was hanging on her bucket list after 14 well-loved series. The semi-retired actor talks about his time in the drama, along with castmates David Leon (DS Joe Ashworth) and Jon Morrison (DC Kenny Lockhart). Fans will also hear from acclaimed novelist Ann Cleeves, who created the sleuth. Hollie Richardson
Have a great New Year
7.40pm, Channel 4
This is Hogmanay in the Bake Off tent! Scots contestants from past series are reuniting with some themed bakers. Shortbread is there, obviously, and the challenge is to create a showcase for the famous cranachan (a traditional meal using oats and whiskey). raise a dram HR
Corcyra: Juellus Med
8pm, Channel 5
Joanna Lumley’s narration adds an extra layer of warm luxury to a documentary series celebrating one of the most beautiful islands in the Mediterranean. Oil is the focus this week, including a closing bar showcasing the best examples. We take a look around Gerald Durrell’s old house. Jack Seale
Have you got a game?
8.30pm, BBC One
Fun spin on the HIGNFY formula, as Jason Manford satirizes the satirical year with the help of leaders Maisie Adam and Jon Richardson and panellists Eddie Hearn, Kadeena Cox, Katarina Johnson-Thompson and Stuart Broad. Snigger targets include Eric Ten Hag and the Aussie fracking sensation Raygun. Phil Harrison
Jack the Ripper: Investigating Lucy Worsley
9pm, BBC Two
Didn’t Jack the Ripper – and the media frenzy surrounding the serial killer in 1888 – set the precedent for our modern day true crime obsession? Lucy Worsley’s History is back with a second series investigating notable crime stories to re-examine the evidence – here starting with Queen Victoria’s diaries… HR
Susan Calman’s Life on a Cruise
9pm, Channel 5
With many cruises under his belt, Calman is up to speed on his latest tour. It begins on both sides of the road to the Ganges, and it takes most of the opening just to reach the magnificent vessel. But the journey to Kolkata is full of colour, beauty and happy chaos. Graeme Virtue
I play live
PGA Tour Golf 11pm, Sky Sports Main Event
one day in Hawaii