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7 December. 'Ian Rankin's Evil Thoughts' (Channel 4, 7 to 8pm)

(Channel 4, 7 to 8pm)

Ian Rankin continues his exploration of evil, its origins and manifestations. When should we hold people responsible for their evil actions? And when are they so mad, damaged or ill, that we should treat them medically rather than punishing them?

7 December. 'Fame, Set and Match'

(BBC 2, 9 to 10pm)

The contrasting fortunes of former child stars Patsy Kensit, Jack Wild, Drew Barrymore, Jodie Foster and Corey Feldman are featured in this programme, which charts their lives in and out of the spotlight.

8 December. 'That's Esther'

(ITV 1, 12 to 12.30pm)

'Coronation Street' star Shobna Gulati talks to Esther Rantzen about her life as a single mother and her work with a youth theatre group in Oldham.

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