TV tonight: Julia Roberts tells a sweet story about oddball friends

The Hollywood star narrates kooky comedy Leonard and Hungry Paul. Plus: how the letters of Mary, Queen of Scots were decoded. Here’s what to watch this evening10pm, BBC TwoJulia Roberts narrates an endearing comedy drama based on Rónán Hession’s novel. Leonard (Alex Lawther) is a thirtysomething oddball who lives with his doting mother. But when she suddenly dies, Leonard finds himself looking for more from his quiet life. Joining him is his best friend, Hungry Paul (Laurie Kynaston). Might a new extrovert colleague, played by Jamie-Lee O’Donnell, be the key to opening up Leonard’s world? Hollie Richardson Continue reading...

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