“Lioness” - Season 2 (Paramount+ — Oct. 27, Season Premiere)
As the CIA’s fight against terror moves closer to home, Joe (Zoe Saldana), Kaitlyn (Nicole Kidman) and Byron (Michael Kelly) enlist a new Lioness operative to infiltrate a previously unknown threat. With pressure mounting from
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all sides, Joe is forced to confront the profound personal sacrifices she has made as the leader of the Lioness program. The series also stars Dave Annable, Jill Wagner, LaMonica Garrett, James Jordan, Austin Hébert, Jonah Wharton, Thad Luckinbill and Hannah Love Lanier.
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1:30 p.m. WEEK WMAQ NASCAR Cup Series South Point 400. From Las Vegas Motor Speedway in Las Vegas. (L)
2 p.m. WLS Formula 1 Racing United States Grand Prix. From Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas. (L)
9:30 p.m. ESPN2 Formula 1 Racing United States Grand Prix. From Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas.
Friday
1:25 p.m. ESPN2 Formula 1 Racing Mexico City Grand Prix, Practice 1. From Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez in Mexico City. (L)
4:55 p.m. ESPN2 Formula 1 Racing Mexico City Grand Prix, Practice 2. From Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez in Mexico City. (L)
Saturday
3 p.m. WGN NASCAR Xfinity Racing Series NASCAR Xfinity Series Race at Homestead-Miami. From HomesteadMiami Speedway in Homestead, Fla. (L)
BASEBALL
Sunday
1 p.m. CHSN White Sox Prospects Encore
7 p.m. CHSN White Sox Prospects Encore
9:30 p.m. WYZZ Cardinals Insider
Monday
6:30 p.m. TBS MLB on TBS: Leadoff (L)
7 p.m. TBS MLB Baseball (L)
10:30 p.m. TBS MLB on TBS: Closer (L)
Friday
6 p.m. WFLD 2024 World Series Pregame (L)
7 p.m. WFLD WYZZ 2024 World Series Game 1: Teams TBA. (L)
Saturday
6 p.m. WFLD WYZZ 2024 World Series Pregame (L)
7 p.m. WFLD WYZZ 2024 World Series Game 2: Teams TBA. (L)
BASKETBALL
Sunday
12 p.m. ESPN Clutch: The NBA Playoffs Beyond The Game.
1 p.m. ESPN Clutch: The NBA Playoffs Finally.
4 p.m. ESPN2 Boys High School Basketball
The Border League. From Las Vegas. (L)
6 p.m. ESPN WNBA Countdown (L)
ESPN2 Boys High School Basketball The Border League. From Las Vegas. (L)
7 p.m. ESPN 2024 WNBA Finals TBA at New York Liberty. From Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. (L)
8 p.m. ESPN2 Boys High School Basketball The Border League. From Las Vegas. (L)
Monday
2 p.m. ESPN2 NBA Today (L)
Tuesday
2 p.m. ESPN NBA Today (L)
3 p.m. ESPN2 NBA Today
5 p.m. TNT NBA Tip-Off (L)
6:30 p.m. TNT New York Knicks at Boston Celtics. From TD Garden in Boston. (L)
9 p.m. TNT Minnesota Timberwolves at Los Angeles Lakers. From Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. (L)
11:30 p.m. TNT Inside the NBA (L)
12:30 a.m. TNT New York Knicks at Boston Celtics. From TD Garden in Boston.
Wednesday
2 p.m.
ESPN NBA Today (L)
3 p.m. ESPN2 NBA Today
6 p.m. ESPN NBA Countdown (L)
6:30 p.m. ESPN NBA Courtside (L) CHSN Bulls Countdown Live (L)
6:45 p.m. ESPN Milwaukee Bucks at Philadelphia 76ers. From Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. (L)
7 p.m. CHSN Chicago Bulls at New Orleans Pelicans. From Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. (L)
9:05 p.m. ESPN Phoenix Suns at Los Angeles Clippers. From Intuit Dome in Inglewood, Calif. (L)
9:30 p.m. CHSN Bulls Postgame Live (L)
10 p.m. CHSN Chicago Bulls at New Orleans Pelicans. From Smoothie King Center in New Orleans.
1 a.m. ESPN2 Milwaukee Bucks at Philadelphia 76ers. From Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia.
Thursday
10 a.m. CHSN Chicago Bulls at New Orleans Pelicans. From Smoothie King Center in New Orleans.
1 p.m. CHSN Chicago Bulls at New Orleans Pelicans. From Smoothie King Center in New Orleans.
2 p.m. ESPN NBA Today (L)
3 p.m. ESPN2 NBA Today
5:30 p.m. TNT NBA Tip-Off (L)
6:30 p.m. TNT San Antonio Spurs at Dallas Mavericks. From American Airlines Center in Dallas. (L)
7 p.m. CHSN Chicago Bulls at New Orleans Pelicans. From Smoothie King Center in New Orleans.
9 p.m. TNT Oklahoma City Thunder at Denver Nuggets. From Ball Arena in Denver. (L)
10 p.m. CHSN Chicago Bulls at New Orleans Pelicans. From Smoothie King Center in New Orleans.
11:30 p.m. TNT Inside the NBA (L)
12:30 a.m. TNT San Antonio Spurs at Dallas Mavericks. From American Airlines Center in Dallas.
Friday
10 a.m. CHSN Chicago Bulls at New Orleans Pelicans. From Smoothie King Center in New Orleans.
1 p.m. CHSN Chicago Bulls at New Orleans Pelicans. From Smoothie King Center in New Orleans.
2 p.m. ESPN NBA Today (L)
6 p.m. ESPN NBA Countdown (L)
6:30 p.m. ESPN NBA Courtside (L) CHSN Bulls Countdown Live (L)
6:45 p.m. ESPN Indiana Pacers at New York Knicks. From Madison Square Garden in New York. (L)
7 p.m. CHSN Chicago Bulls at Milwaukee Bucks. From Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. (L)
9:05 p.m. ESPN Phoenix Suns at Los Angeles Lakers. From Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. (L)
9:30 p.m. CHSN Bulls Postgame Live (L)
10 p.m. CHSN Chicago Bulls at Milwaukee Bucks. From Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee.
1 a.m. ESPN2 Teams TBA.
Saturday
10 a.m. CHSN Chicago Bulls at Milwaukee Bucks. From Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee.
1 p.m. CHSN Chicago Bulls at Milwaukee Bucks. From Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee.
6:30 p.m. CHSN Bulls Countdown Live (L)
7 p.m. CHSN Oklahoma City Thunder at Chicago Bulls. From the United Center in Chicago. (L)
9:30 p.m. CHSN Bulls Postgame Live (L)
10 p.m. CHSN Oklahoma City Thunder at Chicago Bulls. From the United Center in Chicago.
FOOTBALL
Sunday
6:30 a.m. ESPN2 College Football Final
7:30 a.m. ESPN2 The Breakdown with Peyton and Belichick
9 a.m. ESPN Sunday NFL Countdown (L) ESPN2 Fantasy Football Now (L)
10 a.m. CHSN Pro Football Weekly WPWR WYZZ FOX NFL Kickoff (L)
11 a.m. WFLD WYZZ FOX NFL Sunday (L)
12 p.m. WBBM WMBD Houston Texans at Green Bay Packers. From Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. (L)
WFLD WYZZ Detroit Lions at Minnesota Vikings. From U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. (L)
3:25 p.m. WFLD WYZZ Kansas City Chiefs at San Francisco 49ers. From Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. (L)
6 p.m. WEEK WMAQ Football Night in America (L)
6:30 p.m. WFLD WYZZ The OT (L)
7:15 p.m. WEEK WMAQ New York Jets at Pittsburgh Steelers. From Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh. (L)
12:30 a.m. ESPN2 The Breakdown with Peyton and Belichick
1 a.m. ESPN2 Teams TBA.
Monday
1 p.m. ESPN2 The Breakdown with Peyton and Belichick
2 p.m. ESPN NFL Live (L)
4 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
5 p.m. ESPN Monday Night Countdown (L)
CHSN Big College Football Show
5:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
7:15 p.m. ESPN Baltimore Ravens at Tampa Bay Buccaneers. From Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla. (L)
ESPN2 Monday Night Football with Peyton and Eli: Baltimore Ravens at
Tampa Bay Buccaneers. From Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla. (L)
9:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
11 p.m. ESPN Monday Night Postgame (L)
12:30 a.m. CHSN Big College Football Show
2:30 a.m. ESPN2 Notre Dame vs. Georgia Tech. From Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
Tuesday
1 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Live (L)
1:30 p.m. ESPN2 This Is Football
3 p.m. ESPN NFL Live (L)
3:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
5 p.m. CHSN Big College Football Show
5:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
6 p.m. ESPN2 CFP Rankings Show
Wednesday
12:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
1 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Live (L)
1:30 p.m. ESPN2 Championship Drive (L)
3 p.m. ESPN NFL Live (L)
3:30 p.m. CHSN Big College Football Show
4 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
5 p.m. CHSN Big College Football Show
5:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
6:30 p.m. ESPN2 Middle Tennessee State at Jacksonville State. From Burgess-Snow Field at JSU Stadium in Jacksonville, Ala. (L)
8 p.m. WGN Inside the NFL Week 7.
11:30 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
12:30 a.m. CHSN Big College Football Show
Thursday
12:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
1 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Live (L)
1:30 p.m. ESPN2 Always College Football
3 p.m. ESPN NFL Live (L)
3:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
4 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
5 p.m. CHSN Big College Football Show
5:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
6 p.m. ESPN2 Georgia Southern at Old Dominion. From Kornblau Field at S.B. Ballard Stadium in Norfolk, Va. (L)
6:30 p.m. ESPN Syracuse at Pittsburgh. From Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh. (L)
9 p.m. ESPN2 The Path: LSU Football
9:30 p.m. ESPN2 The Pulse: Texas A&M Football CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
12:30 a.m. CHSN Pro Football Weekly
Friday
12:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
1 p.m. ESPN2 The Breakdown with Peyton and Belichick
3 p.m. ESPN NFL Live (L)
3:30 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Live CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
5 p.m. CHSN Pro Football Weekly
sports this week
5:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
6:30 p.m. ESPN2 Louisville at Boston College. From Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill, Mass. (L)
10 p.m. WFLD Rutgers at USC. From Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles. (L)
11:30 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
12:30 a.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
6 a.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
7 a.m. ESPN2 NFL Matchup
7:30 a.m. ESPN2 The Breakdown with Peyton and Belichick
8 a.m. ESPN College GameDay (L)
9 a.m. WFLD WYZZ Big Noon Kickoff (L)
11 a.m. ESPN College Football (L)
ESPN2 WFLD WLS WYZZ Teams TBA. (L)
12:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
1:30 p.m. WBBM WMBD CBS College Football Kickoff (L)
2 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Scoreboard (L)
WBBM WMBD College Football Today (L) WLS College Football Studio (L)
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WPWR Jackson State at BethuneCookman. From Daytona Stadium in Daytona Beach, Fla. (L)
2:30 p.m. ESPN College Football (L)
ESPN2 WBBM WFLD WLS WMBD WYZZ Teams TBA. (L)
3:30 p.m. CHSN Pro Football Weekly
5:30 p.m. ESPN ESPN2 College Football Scoreboard (L)
CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
WLS College Football Studio (L)
6 p.m. ESPN ESPN2 Teams TBA. (L)
CHSN Pro Football Weekly
WBBM WMBD CBS College Football Postgame Show (L)
WEEK WMAQ Big Ten Countdown (L)
WLS College Football Studio (L)
6:30 p.m. WEEK WLS WMAQ Teams TBA. (L)
9 p.m. ESPN ESPN2 College Football Scoreboard (L)
9:30 p.m. ESPN Teams TBA. (L)
11 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Final (L)
12 a.m.
ESPN2 College Football Final
12:30 a.m. CHSN Pro Football Weekly
1 a.m.
ESPN2 College Football Final
2 a.m.
ESPN College Football Final
BY ROBERTO JOZEF
Barcelona look to build on second win streak of the season against Sevilla
La Liga action continues this week as FC Barcelona gets set to host the Andalucian club Sevilla FC, Sunday, Oct. 20, at Estadi Olimpic Lluiz in Barcelona, in what promises to be a thrilling match. Kickoff airs live on ESPN.
It’s been close to a perfect start for FC Barcelona after an underperforming season last year. Having kicked off the 2024-25 campaign in top form, the team found itself on a seven-game win streak early on and taking top spot in the Spanish top flight, with its only loss of the season coming against CA Osasuna.
With the team off to a strong start, the individual performances have followed. The Catalan side boasts a strong starting lineup this season, with superstar striker Robert Lewandowski currently sitting top three league-wise in goals, with Lewandowksi leading La Liga with seven (at press time).
The Polish striker has been looking to return to his 2022 form, when Lewandowski scored 33 goals across all competitions, including winning La Liga — an impressive feat in his first season in the Spanish top flight.
Meanwhile, for the opposing side, Sevilla FC has been facing mounting pressure from frustrated fans after poor performances and questionable transactions from management — a stark difference for a club that won the Europa Cup just two years ago, and something that fans and the club will hope to improve and build on against FC Barcelona.
Full name: Robert Lewandowski
Birthdate: Aug. 21, 1988
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Birthplace: Warsaw, Poland
Height/weight: 6-1/180
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Team(s): Barcelona (2022-present), Bayern Munich (2022-2014), Borussia Dortmund (2014-2010), Lech Poznan (2010-2008), Znicz Pruszkow (2008-2006), Znicz Pruszkow II (2006), Legia Warsaw II (2006-2005), Delta Warsaw (2005)
HOCKEY
Sunday
10:30 a.m. CHSN Buffalo Sabres at Chicago Blackhawks. From the United Center in Chicago.
4:30 p.m. CHSN Buffalo Sabres at Chicago Blackhawks. From the United Center in Chicago.
10:30 p.m. CHSN Buffalo Sabres at Chicago Blackhawks. From the United Center in Chicago.
Monday
10 a.m. CHSN Buffalo Sabres at Chicago Blackhawks. From the United Center in Chicago.
1 p.m. CHSN Buffalo Sabres at Chicago Blackhawks. From the United Center in Chicago.
7 p.m. CHSN Buffalo Sabres at Chicago Blackhawks. From the United Center in Chicago.
10 p.m. CHSN Buffalo Sabres at Chicago Blackhawks. From the United Center in Chicago.
Tuesday
10 a.m. CHSN Buffalo Sabres at Chicago Blackhawks. From the United Center in Chicago.
1 p.m. CHSN Buffalo Sabres at Chicago Blackhawks. From the United Center in Chicago.
4 p.m. ESPN2 The Point (L)
5 p.m. ESPN Washington Capitals at Philadelphia Flyers. From Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. (L)
6:30 p.m. CHSN Blackhawks Countdown Live (L)
7 p.m. ESPN2 NHL Frozen Frenzy
7:15 p.m. CHSN Vancouver Canucks at Chicago Blackhawks. From the United Center in Chicago. (L)
7:30 p.m. ESPN Colorado Avalanche at Seattle Kraken. From Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. (L)
9:45 p.m. CHSN Blackhawks Postgame (L)
10 p.m. ESPN Los Angeles Kings at Vegas Golden Knights. From T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. (L)
10:30 p.m. CHSN Vancouver Canucks at Chicago Blackhawks. From the United Center in Chicago.
1 a.m. ESPN2 Colorado Avalanche at Seattle Kraken. From Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle.
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Honors and achievements: Champions League Winner (2020), 10x German Champion Winner (20102012, 2014-2022), 2x European Golden Boot Winner (2021, 2022)
Wednesday
10 a.m. CHSN Vancouver Canucks at Chicago Blackhawks. From the United Center in Chicago.
1 p.m. CHSN Vancouver Canucks at Chicago Blackhawks. From the United Center in Chicago.
6 p.m. TNT NHL on TNT Face Off (L)
6:30 p.m. TNT Philadelphia Flyers at Washington Capitals. From Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. (L)
9:30 p.m. TNT NHL Post-Game on TNT (L)
SKATING
Sunday
11 a.m. WEEK WMAQ ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating Skate America - Men’s Singles, Free Program. (L)
SOCCER
Sunday
8 a.m. USA Premier League Soccer Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Manchester City. (L)
10:30 a.m. USA Premier League Soccer Liverpool vs. Chelsea. From Anfield in Liverpool, Merseyside, England. (L)
2 p.m. ESPN2 Spanish Primera Division Soccer Barcelona vs. Sevilla. From Camp Nou in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. (L)
4 p.m. ESPN NWSL Soccer Orlando Pride at NJ/NY Gotham FC. From Red Bull Arena in Harrison, N.J. (L)
Monday
2 p.m. USA Premier League Soccer Nottingham Forest vs. Crystal Palace. (L)
Thursday
6:30 p.m. TBS Women’s International Soccer Friendlies United States vs. Iceland. From Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas. (L)
Friday
2 p.m. USA Premier League Leicester City vs. Nottingham Forest. (L)
Saturday
9 a.m. USA Premier League Soccer Aston Villa vs. AFC Bournemouth. From Villa Park in Birmingham, England, United Kingdom. (L)
11:30 a.m. WEEK WMAQ Premier League Soccer Everton vs. Fulham. From Goodison Park in Liverpool, Merseyside, England. (L)
BY ALEX HENDRY
NFL Players Turned Coaches
Questions:
1) The 1995 NFL Comeback Player of the Year made a return to the NFL this season — this time on the sideline as a head coach. Name the former Heisman Trophy finalist who received an NFL head coaching job in 2024.
2) Who is the football icon who spent 29 consecutive seasons coaching one franchise, while having twice led the NFL in total punting yards during his playing career?
3) The iconic 1985 Chicago Bears were led on the sidelines by this former tight end whose gridiron accomplishments earned him a spot on the NFL’s 100th Anniversary Team. Who is he?
4) Which former NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year made the playoffs in his first season as a head coach?
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BY SARAH PASSINGHAM
Roommates for eternity: ‘What
We Do in the Shadows’ returns for a final fang-filled season
Break out the creepy paper, because everyone’s favorite immortal roommates ignore one last spin of the household chore chart as the Emmy-winning mockumentary sitcom “What We Do In the Shadows” nears its end. The show’s sixth and final season premiere airs Monday, Oct. 21, on FX.
Vampires Nandor the Relentless (Kayvan Novak, “Cruella,” 2021), Laszlo Cravensworth (Matt Berry, “Toast of London”), Nadja of Antipaxos (Natasia Demetriou, “Stath Lets Flats”), day-walker Colin Robinson (Mark Proksch, “The Office”) and their human familiar-turned-vampire-turned-human friend Guillermo de la Cruz (Harvey Guillén, “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist”) are back to cause chaos on New York’s Staten Island. There to lend a hand, as always, is The Guide, portrayed by Kristen Schaal (“The Last Man on Earth”). For five seasons, the vampires and their loyal familiar have learned lessons and changed forms while sharing a decrepit home just across the bay from New York City. Together they have encountered rivals, whether they are supernatural — like the coven of witches who run a Brooklyn shop — or a more human evil, such as the bureaucratic local city council. With so many lifetimes’ worth of lived experiences between them,
the roommates always manage to get out of danger alive — or undead — but oftentimes just barely.
This season, all of the housemates are questioning the direction of their lives. The vampires reflect on half a century spent not accomplishing much after their former roommate reappears after a 50-year-long nap, while Guillermo considers who he is if he isn’t a vampire or a familiar devoted to his master any longer.
What is waiting out there for the members of Staten Island’s eeriest household with a new zest for life? In the upcoming episodes, everyone joins the workforce and travels to New Hampshire, the vampires attend a human dinner party, throw a party for the Baron, conjure a demon and more.
The “What We Do in the Shadows” gang hit San Diego Comic-Con in July, and writer and executive producer Paul Simms (“English Teacher”) revealed that the upcoming season includes some cameos from “the people that we just loved and thought were super funny,” just as past seasons have.
One of those cameos is Michael Patrick O’Brien, creator of the NBC sitcom “A.P. Bio,” who you may have seen in the 2019 comedy “Booksmart.” O’Brien joins the cast as Jerry, the vampires’ beloved former roommate. While they all remember loving Jerry, they have forgotten over the years that they forgot to wake him in 1976 when he laid down for what was meant to be a quick rest.
At the Comic-Con panel, Simms also shared how the creative team behind the show put together the final season. “We wanted to make a really funny season that was not too sentimental or trying to tie up too many loose threads,” Simms said, noting that they tried to avoid a formulaic, tidy ending to the series.
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a legendary talk radio host. In the series premiere, airing Monday, Oct. 21, on CBS and Paramount+, Poppa finds an unexpected surprise at work in the form of brainy psychologist Dr. Ivy Reid (Essence
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Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr. star in “Poppa’s House”
Atkins), who is brought in by corporate to add a female perspective to his radio show. Meanwhile, Poppa’s son, Junior (Wayans Jr.) finds himself out of a job. Ahead of the premiere, get a sneak peek of the series by visiting www.cbs.com/shows/video/ eMlzGea_z4sy21MJo1FgIX24HBzUO6wm/
BY JAY BOBBIN
Donnie Wahlberg
OF BLUE BLOODS ON CBS/PARAMOUNT+
Q: With “Blue Bloods” ending, what will Donnie Wahlberg be doing next?
A: Actor-singer-producer Donnie Wahlberg, who has been portraying Detective Danny Reagan on the CBS and Paramount+ police drama since 2010 will be staying in the crime genre to a certain degree, by continuing the unscripted Investigation Discovery series “Very Scary People,” which is in production now with eight new episodes. Wahlberg has been quite active in the reality-show space, also demonstrated by his involvement in the reality shows “Wahlbergers,” “Donnie Loves Jenny,” “Rock This Boat” and “Boston’s Finest.”
Of course, on the musical front, the enduring group New Kids on the Block remains a professional venture for Wahlberg as well. The act’s latest album, “Still Kids,” was released earlier this year — and an “iHeartRadio Live” special featuring the boy band has been making the rounds on PBS stations lately. The group also had a “Magic Summer Tour” recently, with Paula Abdul and DJ Jazzy Jeff also on the bill of performers.
Though “Blue Bloods” now is in the final stretch of its first-run episodes, fans of the show will be able to watch repeats of it for some time to come. It’s a staple in repeats in syndication and on such outlets as ION Television and UPtv, and while it has been suggested by some CBS executives that “Blue Bloods” may move forward in some sort of spinoff form, no details have been confirmed officially about that … nor whether Wahlberg would be involved in it.
That being said, Wahlberg’s popularity as a television-series fixture has been confirmed by the long run he has had as a pivotal member of the fictional Reagan family, so it’s more than possible that other series opportunities will come his way. Time will tell how that works out.
Kayvan Novak in “What We Do in the Shadows”
Starring father and son duo Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr., the new sitcom “Poppa’s House” follows Poppa (Wayans),
Be My Guest With Ina Garten FOOD 11 a.m.
Chef and cookbook author Ina Garten welcomes actor Wendell Pierce, best known for “The Wire,” “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan” and “Selma,” to her home to chat about his career and learn how to make raspberry corn muffins and a summer seafood skillet.
Formula 1 Racing
WLS 2 p.m.
The world’s best Formula 1 drivers descend on the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas, to complete 56 laps around the 5.513-km circuit. With speeds faster than ever and danger around every turn, can an American take the podium?
The Life I Can’t Remember LIFE 7 p.m.
Emma (Morgan Bradley) struggles to remember what happened the night that left her with amnesia. Her doctor husband, Dean (Gabriel Pranter), helps her recover and feel comfortable, but danger lurks as she lives a life she doesn’t remember.
The Chosen WGN 7 p.m.
After spending all season journeying to Jerusalem, Jesus (Jonathan Roumie) and his disciples finally arrive at their destination. While everyone expects a grand entrance of the Messiah, Jesus defies their expectations by riding in on a donkey.
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon AMC 8 p.m.
In order to finally meet up with her best friend, Daryl Dixon (Norman Reedus), Carol Peletier (Melissa McBride) convinces grieving father Ash Patel (Manish Dayal) to fly her to France. Meanwhile, in France, Daryl clashes with Losang (Joel de la Fuente).
The Equalizer WBBM WMBD 8:30 p.m.
In this season premiere, McCall (Queen Latifah) helps two teens who find themselves with heaps of problems when the grocery truck they stole turns out to be filled with guns. In the meantime, Mel (Liza Lapira) deals with her trauma.
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Zombieland: Double Tap ('19) <++ Daredevil ('03)Jennifer Garner, Ben Affleck. <+++ Captain America: The First Avenger ('11) <+++ Captain America: The Winter Soldier ('14)Chris Evans
(6:30) <+++ X-Men: First Class <++ The Wolverine ('13)Hiroyuki Sanada,Hugh Jackman. <+++ X-Men: Days of Future Past ('14)James McAvoy,Hugh Jackman <+++ Us ('19)Lupita Nyong'o.
Movie <++ Predator 2 ('90)
Holbrook
Black Widow ('21) Florence Pugh,Scarlett Johansson.
('92) Sigourney Weaver.
Day Fiancé: The Other Way TLC 7 p.m.
Family members take center stage in this new episode. First, Joanne’s mom Donna finally meets Sean. Then, James worries that Tatha’s sister is trying to drive a wedge between them. And, Lily’s daughter is concerned about her mom’s lack of a sex life.
The Neighborhood WBBM WMBD 7 p.m.
It’s a magical homecoming when Marty (Marcel Spears) and Courtney (Skye Townsend) bring baby Daphne home from the hospital in this season premiere. But Calvin (Cedric the Entertainer) is stunned to learn Marty plans to take paternity leave.
Poppa’s House WBBM WMBD 7:30 p.m.
Legendary talk radio host Poppa (Damon Wayans) is caught off guard at work when corporate introduces psychologist Dr. Ivy Reid (Essence Atkins) to bring a female viewpoint to his radio show. Meanwhile, Junior (Damon Wayans Jr.) loses his job.
Below Deck Sailing Yacht BRAVO 8 p.m.
The party must go on as Capt. Glenn Shephard and the crew sail their way through the gorgeous waters of the Ionian Sea. However, the lures of Ibiza causing them to make some uniquely poor choices, not just with each other, but with the guests as well.
Halloween Baking Championship FOOD 8 p.m.
When host John Henson finds a spirit in the X-ray room, it inspires him to task the bakers with using its X-rays as templates for a special dessert. Will these spirited desserts be enough to impress judges Carla Hall, Zac Young and Stephanie Boswell?
Press Your Luck WLS 8 p.m.
Three new contestants look to compete against each other, hoping to win cash and prizes while maneuvering around the Big Board. But as they earn more spins, the risks get higher as they must avoid the dreaded WHAMMY. Elizabeth Banks hosts.
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Marcel Spears in “The Neighborhood”
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NBA Basketball TNT 6:30 p.m.
The NBA season opens with the two top teams in the Eastern Conference facing off. Expect serious jawing when Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks head east to take on Jayson Tatum and the NBA Champion Boston Celtics at TD Garden in Boston.
Deadliest Catch DISC 7 p.m.
In the Season 20 finale, four boats race to beat closing canneries as conditions intensify on the water. Sig suffers a major outage with hours to port; Jake uses his only gear to back out of trouble, and John doubles down on sea mammals, this time, orcas.
Chopped FOOD 7 p.m.
It’s a reimagining of Mediterranean classics as four chefs face off in honor of their Greek palate and heritage. First, they deal with a special cookie that stares back at them before a nostalgic atmosphere creates a “dessert” island.
Caught in the Act: Unfaithful MTV 8 p.m.
While preparing for retirement, Max becomes suspicious of his girlfriend, Melissa, whose long workouts and elevated sex drive are taking priority over their relationship. As such, Max requests the help of Tami Roman and company to find the truth.
Accused WFLD WYZZ 8 p.m.
The latest episode features another cutting-edge story of crime and punishment, seen through the eyes of the accused. Viewers learn about the crime and all the people involved through a series of flashbacks, all from the defendant’s perspective.
High Potential WLS 9 p.m.
Based on her remarkable ability to evaluate a crime scene and put things in order, Morgan (Kaitlin Olson), a single mom of three, has been tapped by the local police to consult on unusual crimes with by-the-book detective Karadec (Daniel Sunjata).
< Christmas Made to Order ('18)Jonathan Bennett, Jo Marie PaytonFrance, Alexa PenaVega. An architect hosts his family for Christmas.
< Haul Out the Holly: Lit Up ('23) Wes Brown, Lacey Chabert.
Kaitlin Olson in “High Potential”
The STREAM Scene
“Canary Black” (Oct. 24)
A top CIA operative, Avery Graves (Kate Beckinsale), is blackmailed by terrorists into betraying her own country to save her kidnapped husband (Rupert Friend). Cut off from her team, she turns to her underworld contacts to survive and help locate the coveted intelligence that the kidnappers want. Betrayed at every turn, she must rely on her cutting-edge training and primitive fighting skills in a deadly race to deliver a ransom that could trigger a global crisis.
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BY ADAM THOMLISON
“Carved” (Oct. 21)
When a group of survivors become trapped in a historical reenactment village on Halloween night, they must band together to survive a relentless assault by a sentient and vengeful pumpkin. Peyton Elizabeth Lee, Corey Fogelmanis, Wyatt Lindner, DJ Qualls, Chris Elliott, Elvis Nolasco, Matty Cardarople and Jackson Kelly star.
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“Territory” - Season 1 (Oct. 24)
When the world’s largest cattle station is left without a clear successor, generational clashes threaten to tear the Lawson family apart. Sensing this once great dynasty is in decline, the outback’s most powerful factions — including rival cattle barons, desert gangsters, Indigenous elders and billionaire miners — move in to claim it for their own.
Tim Baltz
Q: Who’s the guy who plays B.J. on “The Righteous Gemstones”? What else can I see him in?
A: Mild-mannered assistant optician B.J. Barnes in the HBO comedy “The Righteous Gemstones” is played by Tim Baltz, a Chicago-raised comedian and graduate of that city’s legendary Second City comedy troupe.
Baltz first came to popular attention via the 2017 Comedy Central series “The Opposition
with Jordan Klepper,” appearing as a “citizen journalist.”
But, his star has undoubtedly risen thanks to his three seasons, so far, as an honorary Gemstone (his character married into the titular “Righteous Gemstones” family). A fourth season was filmed over the summer, likely to be released sometime early next year.
Still, Baltz has been busy in the meantime. He did a guest voice in an episode of the Fox
Corey Schultz, Funeral Director
“Primos” - Season 1, Halloween Specials (Oct. 23)
In these two seasonal specials, Tater (Myrna Velasco) and Lotlot (Becca Q. Co) uncover the reason why the summer has been so spook. Then, Tater wants payback for being (Natasha Kline) Gordita’s lab rat.
OF THE RIGHTEOUS GEMSTONES ON HBO
animated sitcom “The Great North” in the spring and a small role in the political satire “The American Society of Magical Negroes,” which got a limited big-screen release in March of this year after premiering at the Sundance Film Festival.
And in case you missed it, last year he was part of the large-scale comedy anthology miniseries “History of the World: Part II,” a sequel to the classic 1981 film “History of the World: Part I” by comedy legend Mel Brooks (“Spaceballs,” 1987).
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1. Gunning of “Baby Reindeer”
8. Too sentimental
13. Stop sign’s shape
14. Sunshine State city
15. Show set in St. Bonaventure Hospital
17. Sty denizen
18. “Have a bite”
19. Criterion: Abbr.
20. Lisa, to Bart
21. LaBeouf of “Transformers” films
23. “Not another word!”
26. Savor
29. Colorful Apple
30. Carol of “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”
31. In poor shape
33. Tea choice
34. Gardening tools
36. Purge
37. “___-Wan Kenobi”
A Lasting Tribute
WINTER IS COMING
Bit of
41. Go for the gold?
44. Show set in the Republic of Gilead, with “The”
47. “Show Me Heaven” vocalist Maria
48. Mounted below the surface of
49. Exhibited
50. Superman’s birthplace
DOWN
1. Writes
2. Amazon smart home device 3. Fuss
4. Drift to leeward
5. Claimer’s call 6. Big name in beer 7. “The ___ Griffith Show” 8. Give solace 9. Gp. including UNC 10. “Wheel” man
11. Sometimes it thickens
12. Poultry enclosure
16. Put down, modern-style
20. Pervert, in slang
22. Signed a contract
23. Proactiv target
24. “__ _ little teapot . . . “
25. Kim Min-ha series
27. “Dear Yoko” subject
28. “___-haw!”
32. Sycophants
33. “Charlotte’s Web” setting
35. Royal Leamington feature
36. Attachment to a bill
37. ___ Law
38. “St. Matthew Passion” composer
40. Board game of world conquest
41. Huff and puff
42. Voice below soprano
43. Las Vegas glow
45. Drops on the ground
46. Inside information
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Hannah Waddingham
Q: What’s Hannah Waddingham from “Ted Lasso” doing now that the show’s over?
A: From the looks of it, Hannah Waddingham (“Sex Education”) is splitting most of her time between frantically shooting big projects and answering her phone to book more.
If there was a single breakout star from Apple TV+’s surprise smash “Ted Lasso,” it was Waddingham, who played the initially frosty Rebecca Welton, owner of the show’s fictional soccer team.
Her character’s long journey from villain to hero (and co-lead) was the engine that drove the first season. And it mirrored, in a way, her own journey from mostly unknown supporting actress to in-demand star.
Prior to “Ted Lasso’s” debut in 2020, she was best known (to North American audiences, at least) for her largely silent role as the monstrous Septa Unella in eight episodes of “Game of Thrones” from 2015 to 2016.
Fast-forward a few years, and she’s now booked into major roles in four different big-budget film projects in a two-year span.
This year she appeared in the mega-budget action hit “The Fall Guy” as well as in the animated comedy “The Garfield Movie” as the voice of the film’s chief villain, Persian cat Jinx.
Next year, she’s slated to pull off a very similar double, with a role in the surefire action hit “Mission: Impossible 8” as well as another family-friendly cartoon, “The Smurfs Movie.”
Meanwhile, she’s also in pre-production on an untitled action-comedy series for Prime Video, pairing her with Oscar-winning actress Octavia Spencer (“The Help,” 2011). She’s also been attached to the heartwarming drama “West the Road” back in her native United Kingdom, though that hasn’t even reached the pre-production stage (and could depend, at least partly, on finding time in Waddingham’s busy schedule).
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Unsellable Houses
HGTV 7 p.m.
When a local woman hopes to retire, she must sell her unappealing, aging condo. As it just sits, she calls in Lyndsay and Leslie, who decide it needs a fun European update in order to attract buyers. But a plumbing issue may put the entire plan at risk.
The Golden Bachelorette WLS 7 p.m.
Love comes in all ages. Although Joan Vassos is still in her prime, are the guys starting to fray at the edges? Just because she has more options than she knows what to do with, not all her options are good. Moreover, her roses are in short supply.
Nature WTTW 7 p.m.
Cinematographer Vianet Djenguet spent three months in the Congo to document a species on the brink of extinction. This season premiere looks at the incredible silverback gorilla, their daily lives and the challenges they face to survive.
Guy’s Grocery Games FOOD 8 p.m.
If smell-o-vision was a real thing, viewers would be in heaven as Guy brings together four chefs with a penchant for pork to the make some sizzling bacon dishes before using their funds on a fancy fruit-laden entrée that qualifies as swine dining.
Breath of Fire HBO 8 p.m.
This all-new docuseries by Hayley Pappas and Smiley Stevens explores the complex intersection between spirituality, cultural appropriation and capitalism through the meteoric rise and fall of Kundalini yoga instructor Katie Griggs, aka Guru Jagat.
The Floor WFLD WYZZ 8 p.m.
The competition heats up as 100 contestants all vie for a chance at the $250,000 grand prize in the latest episode of this unique game show. Which contestants will claim more territory on the titular floor? And who will be eliminated? Rob Lowe hosts.
Joan Vassos stars in “The Golden Bachelorette”
Women’s International Soccer Friendlies TBS 6:30 p.m.
While the U.S. Women’s Soccer Team may still be riding high after their Olympic Gold medal victory, they will need to focus on the business at hand when the women of Iceland visit Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas, for an exhibition game.
This Time Each Year HALLMY 7 p.m.
Nearly a year into a trial separation, Kevin (Niall Matter) is determined to make his family whole again. Lauren (Alison Sweeney) asks him to pretend they’re still happily married when her overbearing mother (Laura Soltis) visits.
Old SYFY 7:05 p.m.
Based on based on the French-language graphic novel “Sandcastle,” this M. Night Shyamalan thriller follows a family whose beach holiday turns terrifying when they begin aging rapidly, causing them to experience their entire lives in a single day.
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit WEEK WMAQ 8 p.m.
Capt. Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) and her NYPD squad seek justice for the victims of sexual crimes with ADA Sonny Carisi (Peter Scanavino). The case hits close to home for Sonny, after a romantic date ends with a teenager fighting for her life.
Crime Scene Kitchen WFLD WYZZ 8 p.m.
As the numbers dwindle, the remaining teams need to push their deductive skills to their limits during an all-new episode of this creative baking competition. Only by piecing together clues strewn around the kitchen can they re-create the recipe.
The Old Man FX 9 p.m.
Former CIA operative Dan Chase (Jeff Bridges) needs to escape from Suleyman Pavlovich (Rade Serbezija) if he has any hopes of saving Zoe (Amy Brenneman) in this season finale. Meanwhile, Harold (John Lithgow) sees a chance to take down the corrupt system.
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John Lithgow in “The Old Man”
Operation Nutcracker HALL 7 p.m.
Starring Ashley Newbrough and Christopher Russell, this 2024 film elicits the festive fun of Christmas in July, following as a demanding event planner (Newbrough) and the heir to a well-off family (Russell) attempt to find a missing antique nutcracker.
S.W.A.T.
WBBM WMBD 7 p.m.
It’s tough to balance loyalties when you come from the streets. However, Hondo (Shemar Moore) and the rest of the LAPD’s S.W.A.T. unit work to keep the balance between their two worlds, all while keeping their personal lives private.
2024 World Series WFLD WYZZ 7 p.m.
The Boys of Summer have played hard all season. And now, it’s time for the National League Champions take on the American League Champions in Game One of the World Series. Last year, the Texas Rangers won their first World Series in franchise history.
Lopez vs Lopez WEEK WMAQ 7:30 p.m.
This new episode follows George Lopez and his young grandson, Chance (Brice Gonzalez), as they navigate Dia de Los Muertos. While George is haunted by his past and his ancestors, Chance believes he is too old for a family Halloween costume.
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives FOOD 8 p.m.
Guy Fieri’s eating his way through risotto, relleno and red snapper. A renovated mansion in Atlanta is plating up pub grub, a Mexican joint in Anthem, AZ, is dishing out killer carnitas and a Jamaican joint in Arlington, TX, is serving succulent snapper.
20/20 WLS 8 p.m.
David Muir and Deborah Roberts, alongside ABC News correspondents Juju Chang, John Quiñones and Diane Sawyer, investigate high profile stories covering everything from true crime stories, to celebrity scandals, to dangerous cults, to criminal empires.
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Monet, Lyndsy Fonseca.
< The Royal Nanny ('22)Dan Jeannotte, Rachel Skarsten.
Mayan Lopez stars in “Lopez vs Lopez”
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AMC (6:15) <++ The Mist ('07) Thomas Jane. <+++ Gremlins ('84) Phoebe Cates, Hoyt Axton, Zach Galligan. <++ Christine ('83)John Stockwell, Alexandra Paul,Keith Gordon. <++ Silver Bullet ('85)Corey Haim, Megan Follows, Gary Busey <+++ The Fly ('86) Geena Davis, John Getz, Jeff Goldblum <++++ The Thing
32 129 237 BRAVO Below Deck Sailing Yacht "Ibiza, Ba by!" Below Deck Sailing Yacht Below Deck Sailing Yacht <++ Ocean's 8 ('18) Cate Blanchett,Anne Hathaway, Sandra Bullock <+++ Ocean's Eleven ('01) Matt Damon, Andy Garcia, George Clooney <+++ Ocean's Twelve ('04) Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, George Clooney
33 122 244 SYFY (7:00) <+ Texas Chainsaw 3D ('13) <+++ Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone ('01) Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe. (:25) <+++ Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secret s ('02)Rupert Grint, Emma Watson,Daniel Radcliffe. <+++ Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban ('04) Rupert Grint,Daniel Radcliffe.
Office The Office The Office
35 105 242 USA Premier League Mornings (N) (Live) Premier League Soccer Aston Villa vs. AFC Bournemouth (N) (Live) Premier (N) (Live) Scare Tactics Scare Tactics Scare Tactics <++ Fast Five ('11) Paul Walker, Jordana Brewster, Vin Diesel. <++ Fast & Furious 6 ('13) Paul Walker, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson,Vin Diesel.
1) In which year did the animated Peanuts special first air on CBS?
2) How many pumpkins does Linus pick before Lucy points to the one she likes?
3) Who does Linus write to every year before Halloween?
4) Complete this quote from Linus (3 words): “Never jump into a pile of leaves with ______.”
5) Who is hosting the Halloween party?
6) Which two characters wear witch masks for trick-ortreating?
7) Which character cut too many eye holes in their ghost costume?
8) Which character asks “Are you sure it’s legal?” after Lucy explains trick-or-treating?
9) What does Charlie Brown get in his trick-or-treat bag?
10) At what time does Lucy wake up and realize her brother is still outside in the pumpkin patch?
Women’s College Volleyball WEEK WMAQ 2:30 p.m.
Perennial women’s college volleyball powerhouses Wisconsin and Purdue face each other in Big Ten action. Boilermakers Eva Hudson and Chloe Chicoine lead the charge against Sarah Franklin, Charlie Fuerbringer and the Badgers in West Lafayette, Ind.
The Thing AMC 5:30 p.m.
AMC celebrates the spooky season with a special airing of this 1982 horror classic. The film follows a group of Antarctica researchers, who go mad with paranoia as they deal with an alien lifeform that can change into the shape of anything it consumes.
Trap HBO 7 p.m.
Cooper Abbott (Josh Hartnett) lives a double life as a serial killer. When he goes to a concert with his daughter (Ariel Donoghue), he soon learns that it’s an elaborate trap to catch him. Pushed into corner, Cooper devises a plan to escape.
I Am Alfred Hitchcock WGN 7 p.m.
This 2021 documentary uses interviews from Hollywood’s golden age and archival footage to showcase the master of suspense, director Alfred Hitchcock. From “Psycho” to “North by Northwest,” it examines his process and relationships with actors.
48 Hours
WBBM WMBD 8 p.m.
This award-winning program investigates criminal cases that have left journalists and citizens shocked. Erin Moriarty, Natalie Morales, Peter Van Sant and the rest of the CBS News team go in-depth to look at the mysteries that have captivated a nation.
House Hunters Renovation HGTV 9 p.m.
The American Dream is alive and well when a father and son who have saved for years buy a home near Granada Hills, Calif. However, this new home does not come without its surprises as rising costs and project delays leave them questioning their decisions.
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Potter and the Goblet of Fire ('05)Rupert Gr int, Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe. Harr y's friends help him pr epare for a tournament with Europe's best student wizards. <+++ Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix ('07) Rupert Grint, Emma Watson,
Peter Van Sant from “48 Hours”
weblinks
Dive into “Wildlife Rescue Australia” Sunday, Oct. 20, on National Geographic, and follow the devoted team at Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital as they care for Australia’s extraordinary animals. Under the leadership of Head Vet Dr. Bree Talbot, the skilled vets and nurses address urgent cases every day—from vulnerable orphaned echidna to koalas and kangaroos in desperate need of life-saving surgery. This heartfelt observational series provides a close-up look at their relentless dedication, showcasing the profound connection between humans and wildlife. Learn more about Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital at www.byronbaywildlifehospital.org/about
Airing a new episode from its second season Tuesday, Oct. 22, the Fox crime drama “Accused” explores a new crime in a different city during each episode. A fast-paced thriller, the anthology series features acclaimed actors
reality tv
“Somebody Somewhere” - Season 3 (Max — Oct. 27, Season Premiere)
Sam (Bridget Everett) is a true Kansan on the surface, but, beneath it all, she struggles to fit the hometown mold. Grappling with loss and acceptance, singing is Sam’s saving grace and leads her on a journey to discover herself and a community of outsiders who don’t fit in but don’t give up, showing that finding your people, and finding your voice, is possible. Anywhere. Somewhere. In Season three, we see growth against all odds. Jeff Hiller, Mary Catherine Garrison, Tim Bagley and Murray Hill also star.
Felicity Huffman, William H. Macy, Michael Chiklis, Taylor Schilling, Justin Chambers, Ken Jeong, Nick Cannon, Danny Pino and more. Miss out on Season 1? Catch up on past episodes at www.fox.com/accused
Makings its debut Wednesday, Oct. 23, on Max, the four-part docuseries “Breath of Fire” looks at the culture of modern spirituality and the complicated themes of cultural appropriation and the dangers of self-proclaimed gurus. It focuses on Katie Griggs, a millennial YouTube astrologer, who reinvented herself as Guru Jagat and became the face of Kundalini yoga, opening the RA MA Institute in Los Angeles. The series digs into the evolution of Guru Jagat and the shocking secret history of Kundalini. Read more about the story at www.vanityfair.com/style/2021/11/ the-second-coming-of-guru-jagat
BY CAROLINE COLLACUTT
Experience the highs and lows of friendship when Vannessa, Meghan, Tina and Ashley return for Season 3 of “1000lb Best Friends,” starting Tuesday, Oct. 22, on TLC.
When last season concluded, the ladies were in Georgia to celebrate Meghan’s upcoming nuptials. While it was supposed to be a cheery event for all involved, tensions were high as these once best friends began experiencing resentment and jealousy of each other. Since then, according to TLC, the problems between Vannessa, Meghan and Ashley have only grown.
In a synopsis for the upcoming season, the network shares that “since viewers last saw them, a growing rift threatens their 30-plus-year relationship. Meghan and Ashely feel that Vannessa’s continued celebration of her weight loss has turned into gloating, while Vannessa believes her friends are jealous of her success.”
After completing a rigorous trip to the Fit Farm in Season 2 — and plenty of hard work back at home — Vannessa now waits to hear if she will be approved for skin removal surgery, which would be a transformative step following her recent weight loss. While her relationship with the others is strained, Vannessa relies on her team of health-care professionals to encourage her through the process.
It’s not always easy, however, as “irreconcilable differences are brought to light in Dr. Procter’s bariatric support group,” while “some of his patients quickly find themselves caught up in the middle of their messy relationships” (per TLC).
Tina, meanwhile, “begins to second-guess her decision when her food addiction derails her progress” (TLC).
While drama brews amongst old friends, some new faces will also be introduced: “Scott, who comes to Dr. Procter weighing 596 pounds and faces an almost insurmountable challenge to lose enough weight for surgery approval” (TLC).
As Season 3 boasts plenty of changes — and not just for the ladies — fans of the show are welcome to take an inside look at “1000-lb Best Friends,” with its companion series, “1000-lb Best Friends: Inside the Episode.” New episodes air weekly on Max, discovery+ and TLCGo, joining the cast as they “spill the tea” and discuss the biggest, most shocking and most exciting moments from the season.
movies of the week
40 Year-Old Virgin, The +++ (2005, Romance) Steve Carell, Catherine Keener. VH1 Wed. 7 p.m.
Abyss, The +++ (1989, Sci-Fi) Ed Harris, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio. BBCA Thu. 4 p.m., Thu. 9
p.m.
Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad, The +++ (1949, Animated) Voices of Eric Blore, J. Pat O’Malley. FREEFRM Sat. 11:25 p.m.
All the President’s Men ++++ (1976, Docu-Drama) Robert Redford, Dustin Hoffman. Woodward and Bernstein uncover the Watergate scandal. TCM Fri. 7 p.m.
I Walk Alone +++ (1947, Crime Story) Burt Lancaster, Lizabeth Scott. TCM Sat. 11 p.m.
Inside Out +++ (2015, Animated) Voices of Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith. DISN Sun. 7 p.m.
John Wick +++ (2014, Action) Keanu Reeves, Michael Nyqvist. PAR Sun. 7:25 p.m.
John Wick: Chapter 2 +++ (2017, Action) Keanu Reeves, Common. PAR Sun. 9:35 p.m.
John Wick: Chapter 3 -- Parabellum +++ (2019, Action) Keanu Reeves, Halle Berry. PAR Sun. 4:35 p.m.
Jurassic Park +++ (1993, Adventure) Sam Neill, Laura Dern. TNT Fri. 6:15 p.m.
Lady From Shanghai, The +++ (1948, Mystery) Rita Hayworth, Orson Welles. TCM Sun. 3 p.m.
Lady Takes a Sailor, The +++ (1949, Comedy) Jane Wyman, Stanley Morner. TCM Thu. 3 p.m. Last Days of Pompeii, The +++ (1935, History) Preston Foster, Alan Hale. TCM Fri. 3:15 p.m. Lodger, The +++ (1927, Thriller) Ivor Novello, Malcolm Keen. TCM Sun. 11:15 p.m. M
Mad Dog and Glory +++ (1993, Comedy) Robert De Niro, Uma Thurman. TCM Mon. 9 p.m.
Madame Bovary ++++ (1949, Romance) Jennifer Jones, Van Heflin. A woman defies social conventions in her pursuit of love. TCM Tue. 3 p.m.
Margin Call +++ (2011, Drama) Kevin Spacey, Paul Bettany. PARSHO Thu. 11 p.m.
Ready Player One +++ (2018, Sci-Fi) Tye Sheridan, Olivia Cooke. TNT Thu. 2:30 p.m. S
San Francisco +++ (1936, Adventure) Clark Gable, Jeanette MacDonald. TCM Fri. 5 p.m.
Set It Off +++ (1996, Action) Jada Pinkett Smith, Queen Latifah. PARSHO Wed. 3 p.m.
Seven-Per-Cent Solution, The +++ (1976, Mystery) Nicol Williamson, Alan Arkin. TCM Sun. 7 p.m. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings +++ (2021, Action) Simu Liu, Awkwafina. FX Thu. 6 p.m. Shining, The ++++ (1980, Horror) Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall. A haunted hotel menaces a couple and their psychic son. SUNDANC Sun. 10:30 p.m. Signs +++ (2002, Thriller) Mel Gibson, Joaquin Phoenix. FX Sat. 3:30 p.m. Sing +++ (2016, Animated) Voices of Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon. NICK Fri. 3:30 p.m.
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Terminator, The ++++ (1984, Sci-Fi) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton. A cyborg assassin from the future comes to present-day L.A. SYFY Fri. 6:30 p.m., Fri. 8:46 p.m.
Thing, The ++++ (1982, Horror) Kurt Russell, Wilford Brimley. A polar research station is invaded by an alien life form. AMC Sat. 5:30 p.m.
Thor: Ragnarok +++ (2017, Action) Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston. TBS Sun. 10 p.m. Toxic Skies ++++ (2008, Thriller) Anne Heche, James Tupper. A doctor must find a cure for a viral epidemic. LMN Sun. 7 p.m., Sun. 11:01 p.m.
Tropic Thunder +++ (2008, Comedy) Ben Stiller, Jack Black. PARSHO Mon. 7 p.m.
Trouble in Paradise +++ (1932, Comedy) Miriam Hopkins, Kay Francis. TCM Sat. 7 p.m. U
Us +++ (2019, Horror) Lupita Nyong’o, Winston Duke. FX Wed. 4 p.m. W
Weird Science +++ (1985, Comedy) Kelly LeBrock, Anthony Michael Hall. PARSHO Tue. 3:25 p.m. While the City Sleeps +++ (1956, Mystery) Dana Andrews, Ida Lupino. TCM Sat. 3 p.m.
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire’ airing Sat. at 7:05 on SYFY
