What's on TV tonight, Sunday, August 2, 2026: Noos, Tale of a Night, and Troy

Prime time on Sunday, August 2, 2026, offers a rich and varied schedule across all networks. Alberto Angela returns to Rai 1 with a new episode of Noos – The Adventure of Knowledge , while Canale 5 hosts a double episode of the Turkish series Tale of a Night , while Rete 4 focuses on the blockbuster Troy starring Brad Pitt. Don't miss the official ceremony celebrating SSC Napoli 's 100th anniversary on TV8 . Here's the full schedule for the evening.

Rai 1: Noos – The Adventure of Knowledge (21:30 PM)

Alberto Angela opens the evening on the first channel at 20:35 PM with L'Eredità Summer and then hosts a new episode of Noos – L'avventura della conoscenza at 21:30 PM . The theme of the evening is fear, analyzed by neuroscientist Giorgio Vallortigara . Angela talks with Hervé Barmasse about courage and managing limits, with an in-depth look at medical prevention starting with Checco Zalone's Buen Camino case , and a focus on nutrition with Elisabetta Bernardi. Dario Bressanini clarifies questions about eggs and preservation. Also in the studio are Edwige Pezzulli, Emmanuele Jannini, Carlo Lucarelli, Dario Fabbri, Luca Perri, and Alessandro Chiarenza.

Rai 2: European Aquatics Championships (9.00pm)

On Rai 2, the evening is dedicated to sport, with the finals of the European Swimming Championships broadcast live at 21:00 PM. The Italian athletes will compete in the evening's decisive races, combining speed, technique, and intense competitive tension. Following this, at 23:16 PM, the Elsbeth series will air.

Rai 3: What am I doing here (9.20pm)

Domenico Iannacone presents a new episode of Che ci faccio qui at 21:20 PM , dedicated to the value of care as a political gesture and ethical act. The story intertwines the stories of those who accompany life until their last breath, including that of Massimo Manni , a former farmer who transformed his land into a refuge for over 600 rescued animals. At 23:35 PM, the documentary Sophia! will be shown.

Network 4: Troy (21:33 PM)

For lovers of great cinema, Rete 4 screens Wolfgang Petersen's blockbuster Troy at 21:33 PM, starring Brad Pitt as Achilles. Epic battles, imposing sets, and a narrative that blends myth and drama, from the siege of Troy to the alliances and betrayals that shaped the legend. Following, at 00:32 AM, Jaws 3.

Channel 5: Story of a Night (21:21 PM and 22:47 PM)

A double date on Canale 5 with the Turkish drama "Story of a Night ," airing at 21:21 PM and 22:47 PM. In the new episodes, Selim wants to report Ceylan and turns to Rasit, but the commissioner doubts his version. Desperate, Ferman asks Mahir for help finding Efsane. Meanwhile, Afet and Sevde consult the sorceress Pakize, who reveals something shocking, while the friendship between Gulizar and Kursat grows. Finally, Ezra hatches a plan to bring Mahir and Canfeza back together. To stay up to date on the plot, here's what happens to Canfeza, trapped in the latest episodes.

Italia 1: Le Iene present: The Verdict (21:22 PM)

The Le Iene team brings a new episode of Le Iene presenta: Il Verdetto to Italia 1 at 21:22 PM . Testimonies, reconstructions, and investigations create a compelling narrative on social and judicial issues, with an investigative approach that highlights contradictions and hidden truths.

La7: Intrigue in Stockholm (9.15pm)

On La7 at 21:15 PM, the thriller "The Good Old Days, " based on the novel by Håkan Nesser, starring Ben Kingsley. A story of mystery and secrets that unfolds between the present and the past. Followed by "The Imitation Game," starring Benedict Cumberbatch as Alan Turing, at 23:50 PM.

TV8: SSC Napoli, official ceremony (21:40 PM)

On TV8, the evening will be all about football, with the official SSC Napoli ceremony broadcast live at 21:40 pm, as part of the celebrations for the 100th anniversary of the club , founded in 1926. After the big celebration on August 1st in Piazza del Plebiscito with Allegri, De Laurentiis and Maradona's sons, the Azzurri centenary continues with the official ceremony in prime time. Here is the program of the Azzurri centenary celebrations.

Nine: Aldo, Giovanni and Giacomo – I could have been offended (9.30pm)

The comedy trio Aldo, Giovanni, and Giacomo will be starring on Nove at 21:30 PM with the play "Potevo restare offeso ," featuring jokes, memories, and historical gags. At 23:40 PM, they'll repeat another classic, " Tel chi el telun ."

The other channels

On Canale 20 at 21:11 PM, the monster movie Godzilla , on Rai 4 at 21:19 PM the film Vermines , and on Iris, Involuntary Witness . On Sky, Trespass: Kidnapped on Sky Cinema Uno and Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning on Sky Cinema Action stand out. A Sunday evening for all tastes, from educational to entertainment, from cinema to sport.