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 Arts Judi 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 Continue reading...