The Brainerd Dispatch TV Week September 25th 2022

Today’s Entertainment

September 25 - October 1, 2022

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1. “Girl Meets Farm” host Molly

4. Leno’s prominent feature

8. Possibilities

11. “... ___ quit!” (2)

12. Prefix with -phile

13. Certain hockey shot

14. Actor Wheaton of “The Big Bang Theory”

15. Fencer’s forte

17. TV drama that starred Lucy Liu

19. Bart and Lisa’s neighbor

20. TV chef Lagasse

23. Appears before

a judge in “Law & Order”

26. Hollywood star Patrick Harris and others

27. “Telephone Line” rock grp.

28. Cool ___ cucumber (2)

29. Strikes out

32. Charge (2)

34. Nova follower

36. Marvel Cinematic Universe character portrayed by Tony Curran

37. Salon workers

41. Get off a ship

43. Sounds of doubt

45. October birthstone

46. Year Trajan was born

47. Former late night host Samantha

48. Hollywood star Gretchen

49. Massachusetts motto opener

50. Battery type Down

1. “That hurts!”

2. Niagara River source

3. “King of the ___” (animated sitcom created by Mike Judge and Greg Daniels)

4. Series once hosted by Carl Sagan, and later by Neil deGrasse Tyson

5. Carved out

6. Let ___ a secret (2)

7. Opposite of sur

8. Balkan inhabitant, long ago

9. J.F.K. watchdog

10. Sterling Archer’s profession

13. Shopping ___ (bout of indulgence)

16. Place a curse on

18. “___ he drove out of sight...”

21. Rick’s love in “Casablanca” (1942)

22. Aspiring atty.’s exam

23. Part of the title of the show referenced in 32 Down

24. Three-time Emmy winner Baldwin

25. Really, really big

30. Lucy and Ricky’s neighbor

31. Thailand, once

32. Nathan Fillionheadlined drama “The ___”

33. Suffix with press

35. Mosey along

36. Former British Prime Minister

Johnson

38. Physical suffering

39. Former sitcom about a Texas soccer mom

40. Moisturizing butter

41. Champagne title

42. Wall St. news

44. “Below Deck” setting

Solution on page 10

Thor: Love and Thunder Thor (Hemsworth) figured he was done with bad guys, until Gorr the God Butcher (Bale) shows up on a mission to exterminate all the gods. Unable to take on the threat alone, Thor enlists the help of King Valkyrie (Thompson), Korg (Waititi), and his ex-girlfriend Jane Foster (Portman), whose ability to wield his hammer, Mjolnir, confounds everyone. Together, the

group of heroes set out across the cosmos to take on the God Butcher and put an end to his vengeance-driven murder spree.

Director:TaikaWaititi.Stars:Chris Hemsworth,NataliePortman, ChristianBale,TessaThompson, TaikaWaititi,RussellCrowe,JaimieAlexander,ChrisPratt,Dave Bautista,KarenGillan,PomKlementieff,SeanGunn,VinDiesel, BradleyCooper.2022.118mins. Action.

Sound of Metal

Metal drummer Ruben’s (Ahmed) life is thrown into a tailspin when he begins experiencing intermittent hearing problems during his performances. When a trip to the doctor’s office confirms that things are only going to get worse, Ruben is sent spiralling into despair. His bandmate and girlfriend, Lou (Cooke), registers Ruben into a house for recovering addicts who are deaf, hoping it will help him adjust to his new

Extreme Sudoku

life. But, despite the community’s warmth and acceptance, Ruben desires his old life back and must learn to let go and embrace all the hurt and love that comes with this next chapter.

Director:DariusMarder.Stars:Riz Ahmed,OliviaCooke,PaulRaci, LaurenRidloff,MathieuAmalric, DomenicoToledo,ChelseaLee. 2019.120mins.Drama.

Natalie Portman and Chris Hemsworth in “Thor: Love and Thunder”

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From the list, find each word and circle its letters in the puzzle to reveal a message relating to this week's theme

Autumn Arrives

Sudoku

immigrant doing the job of a white guy and getting paid 900% less.

month, that’s just what every man in the Hamptons looks like.

Sudoku

Late Laughs

The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

Late

The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

You’ve got to hand it to [Donald] Trump, though. He has endless scandals for six years and he always manages to keep them feeling fresh and new. Yeah, the action never stops. It’s like if Discovery ran “Shark Week” 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

marked ‘top secret.’ ... You know Trump just kept those hoping to come across KFC’s secret blend of 11 herbs and spices.

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 through 9. Solution below

and contact tracing. Now they’re replacing them with some new COVID guidelines. First of all, all hand sanitizer is now illegal. Next, if you have to sneeze, make sure it’s into a stranger’s open mouth. Next up, you can lick anything now! Go ahead, lick the floor!

Here in Southern California we’re in the middle of a massive drought, and local officials have been sending letters to residents who are using too much water, including some very notable names. ... The Kardashians, Dwayne Wade, Sylvester Stallone and Kevin Hart are among the 2,000-plus customers warned for excessive water usage. Now, before you grab all your pitchforks, just have a little compassion for these poor celebrities, all right? Do you guys even know how

immigrant doing the job of a white guy and getting paid 900% less.

Here in Southern California we’re in the middle of a massive drought, and local officials have been sending letters to residents who are using too much water, including some very notable names. ... The Kardashians, Dwayne Wade,

much water it takes to wash a private jet?

month, that’s just what every man in the Hamptons looks like.

The CDC this week [Aug. 4] is reportedly expected to ease its coronavirus guidance recommendations. Though I don’t know how it could be any more eased. Nobody’s wearing masks. The restaurants are full. Do they want us to kiss the waiter before we order?

The CDC this week [Aug. 4] is reportedly expected to ease its coronavirus guidance recommendations. Though I don’t know how it could be any more eased. Nobody’s wearing masks. The restaurants are full. Do

The discount department store corporation that operates T.J. Maxx, Marshall’s and HomeGoods recently agreed to a $13-million fine for selling recalled infant sleeper

products. OK, I knew this [electrified crib] felt unsafe.

The Late Late Show with James Cordon

Over the weekend [Aug. 8], we found out that the FBI seized 11 sets of classified documents from Trump’s home, including four sets

You’ve got to hand it to [Donald] Trump, though. He has endless scandals for six years and he always manages to keep them feeling fresh and new. Yeah, the action never stops. It’s like if Discovery ran “Shark Week” 24 hours a day, 365

Just a thought, but if the government doesn’t want people reading [top secret] files, maybe they shouldn’t label them ‘top secret.’ It’s like a guy labelling a porn folder on his computer ‘best porn.’ It’s like, just call it ‘banana bread recipe.’

marked ‘top secret.’ ... You know Trump just kept those hoping to come across KFC’s secret blend of 11 herbs and spices.

This is big: The CDC has ended most of its restrictions for quarantining

Just a thought, but if the government doesn’t want people reading [top secret] files, maybe they shouldn’t label them ‘top secret.’ It’s like a guy labelling a porn

Jimmy Kimmel Live! With Simu Liu

and contact tracing. Now they’re replacing them with some new COVID guidelines. First of all, all hand sanitizer is now illegal. Next, if you have to sneeze, make sure it’s into a stranger’s open mouth. Next up, you can lick anything now! Go ahead, lick the floor!

Now this is a historic night for the show, because I am the first Jimmy Kimmel guest host who actually has never met Jimmy Kimmel. That’s not a joke. This is actually my third time on the show and I never met the guy! ... But this is not unfamiliar territory for people like me. It’s just another story of an

Jimmy Kimmel Live! With Simu Liu

Now this is a historic night for the show, because I am the first Jimmy Kimmel guest host who actually has never

much water it takes to wash a private jet?

Donald Trump is getting his portrait put up in the Smithsonian, and Trump’s political action committee has paid $650,000 to commission paintings of the former first couple, which is a lot of money. I mean, for $650,000 Joe Biden could forgive 32 student loans and Donald Trump could buy the silence of three porn stars.

Donald Trump is getting his portrait put up in the Smithsonian, and Trump’s political action committee has paid $650,000 to commission paintings of the former first couple, which is a lot of money. I mean, for $650,000 Joe Biden could forgive 32 student loans and Donald Trump could buy the silence of three porn stars.

Late Night With Seth Meyers

Former vice-president Mike Pence is expected to hold a fundraiser later this month [August] in the Hamptons. So, if you think you bumped into Mike Pence in the Hamptons this

Late Night With Seth Meyers

products. OK, I knew this [electrified crib] felt unsafe.

The Late Late Show with James Cordon

Earlier tonight [Sept. 2] President Biden delivered a prime-time speech outside Independence Hall in Philadelphia. ... The purpose of the speech was to talk about the “Soul of the nation.” ...”The Soul of the Nation.” It sounds like the title of every book for sale at an airport newsstand.

Earlier tonight [Sept. 2] President Biden delivered a prime-time speech outside Independence Hall in Philadelphia. ... The purpose of the speech was to talk about the “Soul of the nation.” ...”The Soul of the Nation.” It sounds like the title of every book for sale at an airport newsstand.

The Obamas are coming back to the White House next week and then I don’t know, maybe just let the Obamas hang out for a little while.

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CHANNEL GUIDE

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“Thai Cave Rescue”

Immerse yourself in the inspiring true story of Thailand’s Tham Luang cave rescue in the new drama miniseries “Thai Cave Rescue,” premiering Thursday, Sept. 22, on Netflix. In 2018, 12 junior football players and their coach saw a fun day of exploration turn into an unimaginable nightmare in the blink of an eye when they suddenly became trapped in northern Thailand’s Tham Luang cave. Having entered the cave without worry or incident, sudden heavy rainfall partially flooded the cave system, trapping the group deep inside for 18 days. As the world watched with bated breath, the rescue effort — which made international headlines and involved more than 10,000 volunteers, rescue workers, divers, law enforcement officers, soldiers and government representatives — worked tirelessly to free them. This new six-episode series focuses on the young athletes’ experience as they anxiously await a way out. From showrunners and creators Michael Russell Gunn and Dana Ledoux Miller (both of “Designated Survivor”), “Thai Cave Rescue” is directed by Baz Poonpiriya (“Bad Genius,” 2017), Kevin Tancharoen (“Fame,” 2009) and Jon M. Chu (“Crazy Rich Asians,” 2018). The series stars Thaneth Warakulnukroh (“Bad Genius,” 2017), Papangkorn Lerkchaleampote (“The Stranded”), Manatsanun Panlertwongsakul (“Don’t Touch My Dad”), Arisara Wongchalee (“The Love Proposal”) and Urassaya Sperbund (“Brother of the Year,” 2018). New talents Pratya Patong, Songpon Kantawong, Chakkapat Srisat, Thanawut Chetuku, Teeraphat Somkaew, Thanaphong Kanthawong, Thanapat Phungpumkaew, Apisit Yukam, Watcharaphol Poungsawan and Rataphumi Nakisatit also star in the series. “Thai Cave Rescue” is executive produced by series creators Gunn and Miller, directors Chu and Poonpiriya, Tim Coddington (“Cowboy Bebop”), Charlie Corwin (“Dual Survival”), Lance Johnson (“The Equalizer,” 2014), Sidney Kimmel (“The Kite Runner,” 2007), John Penotti (“Crazy Rich Asians,” 2018), John Logan Pierson (“Dare Me”) and Tristan Roche (“The Beachbuds”).

“Reboot”

Get ready to deal with the past when the new Hulu original sitcom “Reboot” premieres its first three episodes Tuesday, Sept. 20, on the streamer. Once the stars of a hit (fictional) family sitcom called “Step Right Up,” the dysfunctional cast has struggled for years to move forward in their careers and their lives. But when their series is picked back up for a reboot starring the original cast, they must all come together once more, resolve their issues and try to grasp their second chance at fame. Starring Keegan-Michael Key (“Schmigadoon!”), Judy Greer (“Arrested Development”), Calum Worthy (“American Vandal”) and Johnny Knoxville (“Jackass: The Movie,” 2002) as the sitcom’s core cast, “Reboot” also stars Fred Melamed (“A Serious Man,” 2009), Rose Abdoo (“Hacks”), Luke Millington-Drake (“Loot”), Bob Clendenin (“Cougar Town”), Kristian Flores (“Me Little Me,” 2022), Mauricio Mendoza (“After School,” 2014), Kenneth Mosley (“Kenan”), Michelle J. Costello (“East Los High”), Rachel Bloom (“Crazy Ex-Girlfriend”), Paul Reiser (“Stranger Things”), Izabella Miko (“Coyote Ugly,” 2000), Krista Marie Yu (“Last Man Standing”) and Dana Donnelly (“Everything’s Gonna Be Okay”).

“Norman Lear: 100 Years of Music and Laughter”

ABC celebrates the life and legacy of storyteller, activist and philanthropist Norman Lear in honor of the television pioneer’s 100th birthday with the new special “Norman Lear: 100 Years of Music and Laughter,” available to stream on Hulu Friday, Sept. 23. Born in 1922 in New Haven, Connecticut, Lear went overseas to Europe to fight in World War II before returning home to begin his successful career in television. Captivating audiences by writing and producing some iconic TV shows through the 1970s and ‘80s, including “All in the Family,” “Good Times,” “The Jeffersons,”

“Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman” and more, Lear has witnessed the transformation of the entertainment business from the golden age of Hollywood to the shift towards streaming media. Further, Lear began putting his fame to good use in the 1980s, by founding the progressive advocacy group People For The American Way. As this new special pays homage to this industry leader, the two-hour event features an impressive lineup of celebrity guests and musical performances, including appearances from Jennifer Aniston (“Friends”), Jimmy Kimmel (“Jimmy Kimmel Live!”), Amy Poehler (“Parks and Recreation”) and Octavia Spencer (“Hidden Figures,” 2016).

“Andor” - Season 1

The Star Wars franchise returns with a brand-new perspective in the new spinoff series “Andor,” premiering Wednesday, Sept. 21, on Disney+. Set five years before the events of “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” (2016), “Andor” tells the origin story of rebel spy Cassian Andor (Diego Luna, “The Book of Life,” 2014) in an era filled with danger, deception and intrigue amid the burgeoning rebellion against the Empire. Heading down a dangerous path to stick up for what he believes is right, Andor embarks on the kind of journey destined to make him a rebel hero. Created by Tony Gilroy (“The Bourne Identity,” 2002), “Andor” is directed by Benjamin Caron (“The Crown”), Toby Haynes (“Doctor Who”) and new director Susanna White. Genevieve O’Reilly (“Tin Star”), Alex Ferns (“Wrath of Man,” 2021), Wilf Scolding (“The One”), Noof Ousellam (“Guilt”), Adria Arjona (“Morbius,” 2022), Clemens Schick (“Casino Royale,” 2006), Anton Valensi (“Luther”) and Fiona Shaw (“Killing Eve”) also star.

“Super/Natural”

Dive into the strange and wonderful world of some of the planet’s most fascinating creatures in the new National Geographic docuseries “Super/Natural,” premiering Wednesday, Sept. 21, on Disney+. Across six informative episodes, actor Benedict Cumberbatch (“Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness,” 2022) narrates the action as filmmakers reveal the secret powers and super-senses of the world’s most extraordinary animals, using the latest scientific innovations and technology. Along the way, viewers are invited to see and hear beyond normal human perception and experience the natural world as a specific species does. Exploring everything from seeing flowers in bee-vision, reptiles breathing underwater and eavesdropping on a conversation between elephant seals to soaring with flying squirrels and more, “Super/Natural” provides an exclusive look into nature as humans have never seen it before. From Earthship Productions and Plimsoll Productions, the series, executive produced by James Cameron (“Avatar,” 2009), is directed by Matt Brandon (“Alone in the Wild”) and Bill Markham (“Earth Odyssey With Dylan Dreyer”).

“Raven’s Hollow” (2022)

As the leaves begin to change and a month of spooky frights and delights looms just around the corner, Shudder treats fans to a slate of new original films and series. Setting the tone for the season is the new thriller “Raven’s Hollow,” premiering Thursday, Sept. 22, on Prime via Shudder. Following West Point cadet Edgar Allan Poe (William Moseley, “The Royals”) and four other cadets on a training exercise in upstate New York, the story unfolds as they are drawn in by a gruesome discovery. When they happen upon a forgotten community, the young cadets find a mysterious township that appears to be guarding a frightening secret. Directed by Christopher Hatton (“Battle of the Damned,” 2013) and co-written by Hatton and Chuck Reeves (“Ogre,” 2008), “Raven’s Hollow” comes from executive producers Mark Andrews (“The Fallout,” 2021), Stephanie Denton (“War,” 2007), Patrick Fischer (“Sea Fever,” 2019), Emily Gotto (“Host,” 2020), Richard Kondal (“Boundless”), Christina Lundbohm (“The Last Son,” 2021) and new producer Alexander Hilton. The film also stars Melanie Zanetti (“Love and Monsters,” 2020), Kate Dickie (“The Green Knight,” 2021), David Hayman (“The Nest”), Callum Woodhouse (“All Creatures Great and Small”), Mathis Landwehr (“V for Vendetta,” 2005), Callum McGowan (“Jamestown”), Oberon K.A. Adjepong (“The Many Saints of Newark,” 2021) and Kyle Rowe (“The Brothers Grimsby,” 2016).

“The Grand Tour” - Season 5

Season 5 of the hit Amazon original series “The Grand Tour” kicks off with a new special episode, titled “The Grand Tour Presents: A Scandi Flick,” available now to stream on Prime. Raring to get back on the road after two years confined to their home shores, former “Top Gear” hosts Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond are finally taking on their first post-pandemic road trip. Heading to the Scandinavian Arctic Circle, the trio embark on an adventure from the Norwegian coast on the Lofoten Islands peninsula before crossing “Europe’s Last Great Wilderness” in a trek that takes them from the tops of Norway, Sweden and Finland to the end of their journey near the Russian boarder (per Prime). Armed with their three all-time favorite rally bred cars to get them through the snow, Jeremy, James and Richard explore Cold War submarine bases, frozen lake racetracks, ski resorts, grapple with building their own homes, and much more. As they wreak havoc on the arctic (and on each other) with their classic brand of chaotic fun, the boys look to make Scandinavia their greatest tour so far. The new season comes from director Phil Churchward (“Top Gear”) and producers Andy Wilman (“Clarkson’s Farm”) and Greg Vince (“Top Gear”).

Fiona Shaw in “Andor”

James May, Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond in “The Grand Tour Presents: A Scandi Flick”

Urassaya “Yaya” Sperbund and Songpon Kantawong in “Thai Cave Rescue”

Keegan-Michael Key and Johnny Knoxville in “Reboot”