We've had more bountiful evenings for the films on TV recommendations, but we've cobbled together six that will pass your evening. There is one standout from the bunch, but there is something for everyone depending on your mood.
As usual, all of these films are available on non subscription channels, though may not be on all platforms.
The Taking Of Pelham 123: 9.00pm, Sony Movie Channel (Sky 321)
Year: 2009
Cast: Denzel Washington, John Travolta
Plot: Armed men hijack a New York City subway train, holding the passengers hostage in return for a ransom, and turning an ordinary day's work for dispatcher Walter Garber into a face-off with the mastermind behind the crime. (IMDB)
Rating: 51% (Rotten Tomatoes)
Enjoyable remake of of a classic hostage negotiation film with Denzel and Travolta making a charismatic mix.
Les Miserables: 9.00PM, Sky Atlantic
Year: 2012
Cast: Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway
Plot: In 19th-century France, Jean Valjean, who for decades has been hunted by the ruthless policeman Javert after breaking parole, agrees to care for a factory worker's daughter. The decision changes their lives forever. (IMDB)
Rating: 69% (Rotten Tomatoes)
Film adaptation of the classic musical. It's a film that's like Marmite, but if it's your thing, you'll absolutely love it.
Contraband: 9.00PM, Syfy (Virgin 129, Sky 114)
Year: 2012
Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Giovanni Ribisi, Kate Beckingsale
Plot: To protect his brother-in-law from a drug lord, a former smuggler heads to Panama to score millions of dollars in counterfeit bills. (IMDB)
Rating: 52% (Rotten Tomatoes)
A flawed action movie but very watchable.
The Other Guys: 9.00PM, Comedy Central
Year: 2010
Cast: Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg
Plot: Two mismatched New York City detectives seize an opportunity to step up like the city's top cops, whom they idolize, only things don't quite go as planned. (IMDB)
Rating: 78% (Rotten Tomatoes)
There are a lot of Mark Wahlberg films on TV these days. This "original odd couple" style cop movie with Will Ferrell has its moments. Notable and enjoyable cameos from Samuel L. Jackson and The Rock who are probably in a better film in a parallel universe.
Trainspotting: 10.55PM, Film Four
Year: 1996
Cast: Ewan McGregor, Jonny Lee Miller, Robert Carlyle, Ewen Bremner, Kelly Macdonald
Plot: Renton, deeply immersed in the Edinburgh drug scene, tries to clean up and get out, despite the allure of the drugs and influence of friends. (IMDB)
Rating: 91% (Rotten Tomatoes)
Easily the best film on TV tonight if you can stay up late enough. An all time classic that put almost everyone involved on a rocketship to stardom.
Empire State: 11.15PM, Sony Movie Channel
Year: 2013
Cast: Dwayne Johnson, Liam Hemsworth, Michael Angarano
Plot: Two childhood friends plan to rob an armored-car depository, but an NYPD officer stands in their way. (IMDB)
Rating: 24% (Rotten Tomatoes)
Not a good film but if you want to spend the evening with The Rock (and why wouldn't you?), this is for you.
