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Look, “10/12/2025 – 2” is the second instalment of the new sci‑fi anthology that kicked off on BBC One last week. It stars Jodie Whittaker as Dr. Lena Hart, a reluctant time‑researcher, and Daniel Kaluuya popping up as a cynical journalist who’s sniffing around a government cover‑up. The episode is essentially “Black Mirror meets Doctor Who” – a tight‑knit 45‑minute story set in a near‑future where the date 10 December 2025 becomes a glitch in the system. The plot follows Lena as she discovers a hidden protocol that can rewind a single day, but every use erases a memory from the user. When a mysterious blackout hits London, she and the journalist race to stop a rogue agency from exploiting the tech for political gain. The episode balances tense cat‑and‑mouse moments with a few quieter, character‑driven scenes that let the moral dilemma breathe, without giving away the final twist. Honestly, it’s not a flawless ride. The pacing drags a bit in the middle, and some of the visual effects look a tad ropy compared with the glossy standards set by “The Peripheral”. Still, the script is surprisingly good, the chemistry between Whittaker and Kaluuya feels genuine, and the central idea is fresh enough to keep you hooked. If you can overlook the occasional clunky dialogue, it’s a proper entertaining hour. Rated 16 for moderate violence, occasional strong language and brief sexual content. First terrestrial broadcast tonight, so expect a few spoilers if you’ve already binged the streaming version. Fair warning: the ending is deliberately ambiguous – love it or hate it, you’ll be talking about it the next day.