Four retired friends keep active by solving cold cases — and one fresh, local murder — in “The Thursday Murder Club,” premiering Thursday, Aug. 28, on Netflix.
Henry Lloyd Hughes and Helen Mirren star in “The Thursday Murder Club”
sports this week
AUTO RACING
Sunday
1 p.m. USA IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Michelin GT Challenge at VIR. From VIRginia International Raceway in Alton, Va. (L) WFLD WYZZ IndyCar Racing Snap-On Milwaukee Mile 250. From Milwaukee Mile Speedway in West Allis, Wis. (L)
Friday
8:55 a.m. ESPN2 Formula 1 Racing Dutch Grand Prix, Practice 2. From Circuit Zandvoort in Zandvoort, North Holland, Netherlands. (L)
Saturday
7:55 a.m. ESPN2 Formula 1 Racing Dutch Grand Prix, Qualifying. From Circuit Zandvoort in Zandvoort, North Holland, Netherlands. (L)
6:30 p.m. WGN NASCAR Xfinity Racing Series Pacific Office Automation 147. From Portland International Raceway in Portland, Ore. (L)
BASEBALL
Sunday
9 a.m. ESPN 2025 Little League Baseball World Series Third-Place Game: Teams TBA. From Howard J. Lamade Stadium in South Williamsport, Pa. (L) CHSN Minnesota Twins at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
11:30 a.m. CHSN Top Prospects An inside look at top prospects in White Sox organization.
12 p.m. CHSN Top Prospects An inside look at top prospects in White Sox organization.
12:30 p.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
1 p.m. CHSN Minnesota Twins at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago. (L)
2 p.m. WLS 2025 Little League Baseball World Series World Championship: Teams TBA. From Howard J. Lamade Stadium in South Williamsport, Pa. (L)
4 p.m. CHSN White Sox Postgame Live (L)
4:30 p.m. ESPN Baseball Tonight: Sunday Night Countdown (L)
6 p.m. ESPN Boston Red Sox at New York Yankees. From Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, N.Y. (L)
7 p.m. CHSN Minnesota Twins at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
11 p.m. CHSN Minnesota Twins at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
1:30 a.m. CHSN Top Prospects An inside look at top prospects in White Sox organization.
2 a.m. ESPN2 Boston Red Sox at New York Yankees. From Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, N.Y.
Monday
10 a.m. CHSN Minnesota Twins at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
1 p.m. CHSN Minnesota Twins at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
6 p.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
6:30 p.m. CHSN Kansas City Royals at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago. (L)
9:30 p.m. CHSN White Sox Postgame Live (L)
11 p.m. CHSN Kansas City Royals at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
Tuesday
10 a.m. CHSN Kansas City Royals at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
1 p.m. CHSN Kansas City Royals at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
6 p.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
TBS MLB on TBS: Leadoff (L)
6:30 p.m. CHSN Kansas City Royals at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago. (L)
TBS Philadelphia Phillies at New York Mets. From Citi Field in Flushing, N.Y. (L)
9:30 p.m. CHSN White Sox Postgame Live (L)
TBS MLB on TBS: Closer (L)
11 p.m. CHSN Kansas City Royals at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
Wednesday
10 a.m. CHSN Kansas City Royals at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
1 p.m. CHSN Kansas City Royals at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
6 p.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
6:30 p.m. CHSN Kansas City Royals at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago. (L)
9:30 p.m. CHSN White Sox Postgame Live (L)
11 p.m. CHSN Kansas City Royals at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
Thursday
10 a.m. CHSN Kansas City Royals at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
1 p.m. CHSN Kansas City Royals at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
6 p.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
6:30 p.m. CHSN New York Yankees at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago. (L)
9:30 p.m. CHSN White Sox Postgame Live (L)
11 p.m. CHSN New York Yankees at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
Friday
10 a.m. CHSN New York Yankees at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
1 p.m. CHSN New York Yankees at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
6 p.m. CHSN WCIU White Sox Countdown Live (L)
6:30 p.m. CHSN WCIU New York Yankees at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago. (L)
9:30 p.m. CHSN WCIU White Sox Postgame Live (L)
11 p.m. CHSN New York Yankees at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
Saturday
11 a.m. CHSN New York Yankees at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
4 p.m. CHSN Top Prospects An inside look at top prospects in White Sox organization.
5:30 p.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
6 p.m. CHSN New York Yankees at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago. (L)
WFLD WYZZ MLB Baseball (L)
9 p.m. CHSN White Sox Postgame Live (L)
9:30 p.m. CHSN Top Prospects An inside look at top prospects in White Sox organization.
10 p.m. CHSN New York Yankees at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
12:30 a.m. CHSN Top Prospects An inside look at top prospects in White Sox organization.
BASKETBALL
Sunday
9 a.m. ESPN2 Eight on Eight Eight people share how Kobe Bryant impacted their lives.
1 p.m. WBBM WMBD BIG3 Basketball AllStar Game. From Addition Financial Arena in Orlando, Fla. (L)
2 p.m. WBBM WMBD BIG3 Basketball Championship Game: Teams TBA. From Addition Financial Arena in Orlando, Fla. (L)
Monday
7 p.m. BET Basketball Wives Friends and Foes Do Vegas. Brandi plans a birthday girls’ trip for Evelyn.
WCIU WNBA Las Vegas Aces at Chicago Sky. From Wintrust Arena in Chicago. (L)
Tuesday
12 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives The Reunion. The ladies reunite to rehash drama from the past season.
1 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Shaunie deals with her son’s devastating diagnosis.
Wednesday
1 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Tami faces her daughters after getting secretly married.
Thursday
9 p.m. WCIU WNBA Basketball Chicago Sky at Phoenix Mercury. From PHX Arena in Phoenix. (L)
10:30 p.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Evelyn hosts a business event; Tami faces a health scare.
11:30 p.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Shaunie moves her family after a series of robberies.
Friday
6 p.m. WCPX WNBA on ION Pregame Show (L)
6:30 p.m. WCPX WNBA Basketball Dallas Wings at Atlanta Dream. From Gateway Center Arena at College Park in College Park, Ga. (L)
8:30 p.m. WCPX WNBA On ION Game Break Show (L)
9 p.m. WCPX WNBA Basketball Indiana Fever at Los Angeles Sparks. From Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. (L)
1 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Malaysia confronts OG after she is a no-show at a party.
Saturday
8 p.m. WCIU WNBA Basketball Chicago Sky at Seattle Storm. From Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. (L)
1 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Jen’s guest raises eyebrows; Evelyn and Jen face off.
FOOTBALL
Monday
2 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Live (L)
3 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live (L)
5 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show (L)
10 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
1 a.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
1:30 a.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
Tuesday
12:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
2 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Live (L)
3 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live (L)
3:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
5 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show (L)
9:30 p.m. WFLD 1st & North
10 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
10:30 p.m. WPWR 1st & North
1 a.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
1:30 a.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show WFLD 1st & North
Wednesday
12:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
2 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Live (L)
3 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live (L)
3:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
5 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show (L)
6 p.m. ESPN2 NFL’s Greatest Games 2024: Green Bay Packers at Detroit Lions. From Dec. 5, 2024.
10 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
1:30 a.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
Thursday
12:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
2 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Live
2:30 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Live
3 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
3:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
4 p.m. ESPN College Football Countdown (L)
4:30 p.m. ESPN Boise State at South Florida. From Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla. (L)
5 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show (L)
7:30 p.m. ESPN College Football Scoreboard (L)
8 p.m. ESPN Nebraska vs. Cincinnati. From GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. (L)
10 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
11 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
1 a.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
1:30 a.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
2 a.m. ESPN Boise State at South Florida. From Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla.
Friday
12:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
3 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
3:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
4 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Live
5 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show (L) 6:30 p.m. ESPN College Football Scoreboard (L)
WFLD WYZZ FOX College Football Pregame (L)
7 p.m. ESPN Georgia Tech at Colorado. From Folsom Field in Boulder, Colo. (L) WFLD WYZZ Auburn at Baylor. From McLane Stadium in Waco, Texas. (L)
10 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
1:30 a.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
2 a.m. ESPN Georgia Tech at Colorado. From Folsom Field in Boulder, Colo.
Saturday
8 a.m. WFLD WYZZ Big Noon Kickoff (L)
sports this week
9 a.m. ESPN College Football Countdown (L)
11 a.m. ESPN Mississippi State at Southern Mississippi. From M.M. Roberts Stadium in Hattiesburg, Miss. (L)
WFLD WYZZ Texas at Ohio State. From Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. (L)
WLS Syracuse vs. Tennessee. From Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. (L)
12:30 p.m. WBBM WMBD CBS Sports Confidential: Big Ten Football 2025 The sights, sounds and moments from Big Ten football.
1:30 p.m. WBBM WMBD CBS College Football Kickoff (L)
2 p.m. ESPN College Football Countdown (L)
WBBM WMBD College Football Today (L)
WLS College Football Studio (L)
2:30 p.m. ESPN Marshall at Georgia. From Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga. (L)
WBBM WMBD Nevada at Penn State. From Beaver Stadium in University Park, Pa. (L)
WFLD WYZZ South Dakota at Iowa State. From Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa. (L)
WLS Alabama at Florida State. From Doak S. Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, Fla. (L)
3:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
5:30 p.m. ESPN College Football Countdown (L)
WLS College Football Studio (L)
6 p.m. ESPN Texas-San Antonio at Texas A&M. From Kyle Field in College Station, Texas (L)
WBBM WMBD CBS College Football Postgame Show (L)
WEEK WMAQ Big Ten Countdown (L)
WLS College Football Studio (L)
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6:30 p.m. WEEK WMAQ New Mexico at Michigan. From Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich. (L)
WLS LSU at Clemson. From Clemson Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. (L)
9 p.m. ESPN College Football Countdown (L)
TNT Big 12 Football Pregame (L)
WGN Idaho at Washington State. From Gesa Field at Martin Stadium in Pullman, Wash. (L)
9:30 p.m. ESPN California at Oregon State. From Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Ore. (L) TNT Hawaii at Arizona. From Arizona Stadium in Tucson, Ariz. (L)
10 p.m. WFLD WYZZ Utah at UCLA. From the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. (L)
12:30 a.m. ESPN2 College Football Scoreboard
2 a.m. ESPN College Football Final GOLF
Sunday
12:30 p.m. WEEK WMAQ 2025 TOUR Championship Final Round. From East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta. (L)
3 p.m. WBBM WMBD LPGA Tour Golf CPKC Women’s Open, Final Round. From Mississauga Golf and Country Club in Mississauga, Ontario. (L)
3:30 p.m. WFLD WYZZ LIV Golf League Team Championship - Michigan: Round Three. From The Cardinal at Saint John’s in Plymouth, Mich. (L)
HOCKEY
Saturday
7 p.m. WPWR AHL Hockey
BY ROBERTO JOZEF
Liberty host Mystics in key lateseason matchup at Barclays Center
The WNBA continues this week with another exciting marquee matchup featuring the Washington Mystics as they take on the New York Liberty Thursday, Aug. 28, at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, with tip-off airing exclusively on Prime Video.
With the WNBA post-season fast approaching, every game carries a little more weight — and Thursday’s late-season clash between the New York Liberty and Washington Mystics is no exception.
For the Liberty, they enter the contest with an impressive 17-9 won-lost record (at press time), holding first place in the Eastern Conference by roughly 1.5 games over the Atlanta Dream. All season long, the Liberty have showcased one of the most balanced and dynamic rosters in the entire WNBA — anchored by former MVP Breanna Stewart (18.3 points, 6.5 rebounds), veteran center Jonquel Jones (13.6 points, 9.1 rebounds) and superstar Sabrina Ionescu, who remains the cornerstone of New York’s success. This season in particular, Ionescu has elevated her game to a new level, especially on the defensive end. The all-star guard is averaging 19.7
points, 5.7 assists, 4.6 rebounds and 1.5 steals per game, making her one of the WNBA’s most well-rounded players in recent memory.
Meanwhile, the Mystics, who enter the contest with a 13-13 record (at press time), remain deep in the playoff hunt as they sit in fourth place in the Eastern Conference. First-year Mystics head coach Sydney Johnson has helped the team elevate to new heights, especially with breakout seasons from rookies Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen. Iriafen, an all-star selection who averages 11.9 points and 8.5 rebounds per game, is quickly emerging as a key contributor at both ends of the court. As such, she is someone the Mystics will lean on against a deep Liberty squad.
10 p.m. ESPN2 Major League Pickleball Finals. From New York. SOCCER
Sunday
8 a.m. USA Premier League Soccer Everton vs. Brighton & Hove Albion. From Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool, Merseyside, England. (L)
10:30 a.m. USA Premier League Soccer Fulham vs. Manchester United. From Craven Cottage in London. (L)
Monday
2 p.m. USA Premier League Soccer Newcastle United vs. Liverpool. From St. James’ Park in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England. (L)
Friday
2 p.m. USA Premier League Soccer
Saturday
6:30 a.m. USA Premier League Soccer Chelsea vs. Fulham. From Stamford Bridge in London. (L)
9 a.m. USA Premier League Soccer Sunderland vs. Brentford. From Stadium of Light in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, England. (L)
11:30 a.m. WEEK WMAQ Premier League Soccer Leeds United vs. Newcastle United. From Elland Road Stadium in Leeds, England, United Kingdom. (L)
6:30 p.m. WCPX NWSL Soccer North Carolina Courage at Kansas City Current. From CPKC Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. (L)
TENNIS
Sunday
11 a.m. WLS 2025 US Open Tennis Men’s & Women’s Singles, First Round. From the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. (L)
2 p.m. ESPN2 2025 US Open Tennis Men’s & Women’s First Round. From the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. (L)
6 p.m. ESPN2 2025 US Open Tennis Men’s & Women’s First Round. From the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. (L)
sportsquiz
Questions:
Monday
10:30 a.m. ESPN 2025 US Open Tennis Men’s & Women’s First Round. From the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. (L)
6 p.m. ESPN2 2025 US Open Tennis Men’s & Women’s First Round. From the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. (L)
Tuesday
10:30 a.m. ESPN 2025 US Open Tennis Men’s & Women’s First Round. From the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. (L)
6 p.m. ESPN2 2025 US Open Tennis Men’s & Women’s First Round. From the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. (L)
Wednesday
10:30 a.m. ESPN 2025 US Open Tennis (L)
Thursday
10:30 a.m. ESPN 2025 US Open Tennis (L)
4 p.m. ESPN2 2025 US Open Tennis Men’s & Women’s Second Round. From the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. (L)
6 p.m. ESPN2 2025 US Open Tennis Men’s & Women’s Second Round. From the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. (L)
Friday
10:30 a.m. ESPN 2025 US Open Tennis (L)
5 p.m. ESPN2 2025 US Open Tennis Men’s & Women’s Third Round. From the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. (L)
6 p.m. ESPN2 2025 US Open Tennis Men’s & Women’s Third Round. From the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. (L)
Saturday
10 a.m. ESPN2 2025 US Open Tennis Men’s & Women’s Third Round. From the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. (L)
6 p.m. ESPN2 2025 US Open Tennis Men’s & Women’s Third Round. From the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. (L)
BY ALEX HENDRY
Tennis: U.S. Open
1) The world’s largest tennis stadium plays host to the finals of the U.S. Open — who is the venue named in honor of?
2) Taylor Fritz made a valiant effort, but did not win the Men’s Singles tournament in 2024. Prior to Fritz, who was the last American men’s player to reach the finals of the U.S. Open?
3) In 2021, which British female player made tennis history by becoming the first qualifier entrant to win a Grand Slam?
4) Which two American women share the record for most career Singles titles during the Open Era?
5) Who is the youngest Singles champion in the Men’s U.S. Open?
6) In 1917, during World War 1, the U.S. Open tournament was briefly renamed. What was the official tournament name in 1917?
Answers:
6) National Patriotic Tournament
5) Pete Sampras
4) Chris Evert and Serena Williams (6)
3) Emma Raducanu
2) Andy Roddick
1) Arthur Ashe
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32 129 237 BRAVO (7:00) <+++ Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix ('07) Daniel Radcliffe. <+++ Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince ('09) Rupert Grint,Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe. <+++ Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 ('10) Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe. < Harry Potter & the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
33 122 244 SYFY (7:00) <++ Battle: Los Angeles ('11) Aaron Eckhart. <++ XXX ('02)Asia Argento, Marton Csokas, Vin Diesel <++ XXX: State of the Union ('05) Willem Dafoe, Scott Speedman,Ice Cube. <++ White House Down ('13) Jamie Foxx,Maggie Gyllenhaal, Channing Tatum <++ Olympus Has Fallen ('13)
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BY DANA SIMPSON
Eccentric extracurriculars: Osman’s ‘Thursday
Murder
Club’ meets on Netflix
Beginning in the 1970s, “Quincy” ruled investigative television for the older adult demographic. By 1984, Agatha Christie’s titular British amateur detective Miss Marple took up the mantle on BBC. These days, there is a new detective collective coming to the small screen. This time, however, it comes in film form.
Starring Helen Mirren (“The Queen,” 2006), Pierce Brosnan (“The Thomas Crown Affair,” 1999), Celia Imrie (“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel,” 2011) and Ben Kingsley (“Gandhi,” 1982) in leading roles, “The Thursday Murder Club” premieres Thursday, Aug. 28, on Netflix.
Based on the 2020 novel of the same name by English novelist and television presenter Richard Osman, “The Thursday Murder Club” is described by Netflix Tudum as “a whodunit with teeth — false ones, of course.” Set in a retirement community in a fictional town in Kent, England, four friends — ex-intelligence agent Elizabeth (Mirren), former union activist Ron (Brosnan), former psychiatrist Ibrahim (Kingsley) and retired nurse Joyce (Imrie) — would prefer to keep their minds active by solving murders rather than playing bridge like the other residents. But when the group finds themselves face-to-face with a real murder, the stakes are raised and solving the crime becomes much more for the friends than a clever and entertaining way to pass the time.
Directed by filmmaker Chris Columbus, of “Home Alone” (1990), “Mrs. Doubtfire” (1993) and Harry Potter franchise fame, the new film straddles
the line between the comedic and the macabre, placing death squarely at the center of the conversation.
“There’s a wonderful mystery at its core, so mystery fans will be very happy,” Columbus told Tudum regarding the film, adding that “thematically, it’s interesting that we’ve got four elderly people who are living in a retirement community and who are fascinated by death and murder. They are facing their own demise, yet at the same time they are obsessed with studying cold cases. I fell in love thematically with that. It’s comedic, but it’s also very emotional.”
While Columbus serves as the film’s sole director, another well-known director is closely attached to the project. Steven Spielberg, the mind behind such films as “Jaws” (1975), “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial” (1984) and “Jurassic Park” (1993) among many others, founded Amblin Entertainment, the film company co-producing “The Thursday Murder Club” in conjunction with Netflix. And much like Spielberg with his seven-time Oscar nominated “The Fabelmans” (2022), author Osman found the basis for his tale lurking in the beauty and absurdity of real life.
“You just sit and chat with these people and they’ve lived these extraordinary lives,” Osman said of the retirees living in his real-life mother’s community; one not dissimilar to the village in “The Thursday Murder Club.” “You hear these amazing stories and gossip and wisdom, [and] you think, ‘These people are so overlooked.’”
Ben Kingsley, Helen Mirren and Pierce Brosnan in “The Thursday Murder Club”
“The idea that these people with their wisdom and their invisibility would be the perfect people to solve [a crime] is exactly where ‘The Thursday Murder Club’ comes from,” Osman elaborated, adding, “put them together, and they can achieve anything.”
celebrity q&a
Don’t miss the chance to join the “The Thursday Murder Club” when it premieres Thursday, Aug. 28, on Netflix.
BY JAY BOBBIN
Morgan Kohan OF SULLIVAN’S CROSSING ON CW/CTV
Q: I was surprised to see that Morgan Kohan’s character Maggie has a husband in the last minute of the season finale of “Sullivan’s Crossing.” Was he ever mentioned before?
A: Hey, if you think you were surprised, have a chat with Cal (Chad Michael Murray). Just when he and Maggie seemed to be back on track after almost losing their relationship over her career vs. personal life struggle, who should show up but the previously unknown Liam, portrayed by veteran-of-a-zillion-cable-movies Marcus Rosner — introducing himself to Cal as the husband of a suddenly dumbstruck Maggie.
To paraphrase “I Love Lucy’s” Ricky Ricardo, she clearly has a lot of explaining to do. It’s going to be a while until that happens, since as of this writing, production on Season 4 of the show hadn’t begun yet. It’s slated to debut next year on Canada’s CTV, the series’ originating network, and The CW in the United States ... and the writers of the finale of Season 3 hopefully have a game plan on where to go with that whopper of a revelation when the drama resumes.
It would seem that Rosner will be around for a while then, which could take some tricky scheduling since he’s typically busy with a variety of projects, so a series commitment is no small thing for him.
He and Kohan aren’t strangers to each other, since they previously worked together in the 2020 movie “Love on Harbor Island,” something that likely will help as the two performers play out the familiarity between Liam and Maggie. That film repeats fairly frequently on Hallmark Channel’s platforms, and it wouldn’t be a bad idea for it to be scheduled again near the “Sullivan’s Crossing” Season 4 start date once that’s determined.
2025 US Open Tennis WLS 11 a.m.
The world’s top tennis players come to the Big Apple for the first round of the 2025 U.S. Open Tennis Tournament at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, N.Y. Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka won singles championships in 2024.
2025 Little League Baseball World Series WLS 2 p.m.
Broadcasting live from Howard J. Lamade Stadium in South Williamsport, Pa., only two teams remain to compete for the Little League World Championship after 10 days of intense competition. Lake Mary Little League of Lake Mary, Fla., won last year.
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Do Exactly As I Say LIFE 7 p.m.
Things couldn’t be much better for Helen, a private chef for a successful tech billionaire. But when her young daughter is kidnapped by a shadowy figure, she must use her wits and decide if she is willing to kill her boss to get her daughter home safely.
90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After? TLC 7 p.m.
Matt drops a bombshell on Jasmine, forcing her to make a life-changing decision. Gino and Natalie’s relationship hits a rough patch, Andrei and Elizabeth clash and Julia confronts Betty and Ron. Meanwhile, Kara and Guillermo contemplate their next move.
Professor T WTTW 7 p.m.
Despite everybody still reeling from the death of DS Lisa Donckers (Emma Naomi), a new crime wave leaves the police department scrambling. Fortunately, genius criminologist Prof. Jasper Tempest (Ben Miller) is ready to help. Barney White also stars.
The Marlow Murder Club on Masterpiece WTTW 8 p.m.
Few things are more dangerous than an idyllic English village. In this Season 2 premiere, things have just returned to normal in Marlow after a series of unfortunate murders when the ladies are called back into action to help solve a series of new crimes.
Cara Horgan in “The Marlow Murder Club”
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36 139 247 TBS Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang <++ Pineapple Express ('08) Seth Rogen
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BRAVO 7 p.m.
Kyle faces the fallout from his emotional outburst during the crew’s night out; Rainbeau snitches on Solene to Fraser; Solene confronts Jess over her distant behavior; and Jess struggles in both her personal life and professionally.
Bachelor in Paradise WLS 7 p.m.
The sun is shining, the waves are crashing and the singles are pairing as host Jesse Palmer attempts to keep things civil in the face of unabashed sexiness. Bartender Wells Adams and Head of Paradise Relations Hannah Brown assist in keeping score.
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A&E 8 p.m.
The fentanyl crisis has hit close to home — and in the world of celebrity. Ice-T hosts this two-hour special that examines the horrific toll and heartbreaking stories of those directly affected by the substance as more than 70,000 Americans die annually.
Worst Cooks in America FOOD 8 p.m.
Taste at your own risk as chefs Anne Burrell and Gabe Bertaccini do their best to help amateur cooks recreate a mystery dish using nothing more than their tasting skills and descriptive abilities. For the main dish, they must butcher and cook fish.
The Quiz With Balls WFLD WYZZ 8 p.m.
In this trivia game, it’s not just knowledge that matters – balance makes all the difference. A new group of contestants tries to answer questions about sports, lifestyle, movies, pop culture and more while hoping to evade being knocked into water.
Survival Mode WEEK WMAQ 9 p.m.
Season 1 continues with an examination of those who survived Superstorm Sandy. With the superstorm rocking the East Coast, a city braces for the worst. Fortunately, the townspeople band together to face down this unprecedented natural disaster.
Angel Has Fallen ('19) Morgan Freeman, Frederick Schmidt, Gerard Butler. A framed Secret Service agent must uncover the truth behind an attempt on the pres ident's life. <+++ The Sixth Sense ('99) Haley Joel Osment, Toni Collette, Bruce Willis.A child psychologist (Bruce Willis) counsels a boy (Haley Joel Osment) who sees dead people. <++ Unbreakable Samuel L. Jackson, Robin Wright , Bruce Willis. 34 107 249 COM The Office The Office The OfficeThe OfficeThe OfficeThe OfficeThe OfficeThe Office Family Guy Family Guy Family Guy Digman!
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The 1% Club WFLD WYZZ 7 p.m.
Software engineers Kelsey and Lecey, eccentric marketer Craig and sommelier Katie are among 100 contestants competing for a $100,000 prize. But will their logic lead to the right answers or just a series of wildly entertaining wrong ones?
Chef Grudge Match FOOD 8 p.m.
This week, Laila Ali welcomes two sous chefs to settle grudges with their bosses. While Brian Goodman hopes to claim Jonathan Sawyer’s James Bear Award, De’Unaka Haley hopes to prove that Niema DiGrazia needs to modernize her culinary style.
Love Thy Nader FREEFRM 8 p.m.
This series premiere follows the Nader sisters — Brook, Sarah Jane, Grace Ann and Mary Holland — as they leave the Louisiana bayou and head to New York City to pursue their dreams.
Hard Knocks: Training Camp With the Buffalo Bills HBO 8 p.m.
This five-part documentary follows head coach Sean McDermott and general manager Brandon Beane as they lead 2024 NFL MVP Josh Allen and a mix of veteran and rookie players through intense training at St. John University in Pittsford, New York.
My Big Fat Fabulous Life TLC 8 p.m.
With her birthday party quickly approaching, Whitney tries to mend fences with friends. When the party finally arrives, however, it ends in total chaos as an unexpected announcement throws everyone for a loop. Later, Whitney contemplates a big change.
American Experience WTTW 8 p.m.
In 1940s Los Angeles, a mysterious cloud of hazy smoke descended over the city, making countless residents sick with burning eyes and lungs and inescapable nausea. This brandnew special tells the story of how 1963’s Clean Air Act came to be.
forces Laurie Strode to confront the evil she can't control. <+++ Elysium ('13) Jodie Foster, Sharlto Copley, Matt Damon.In 2154, the wealthy live on a luxurious space station, while the poor scrape by in Earth's ruins. <++ Halloween Ends
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Laila Ali hosts “Chef Grudge Match”
The STREAM Scene
“Upload” (Aug. 25)
e fourth and nal season of this sci- series follows a sentient AI spiraling out of control, threatening to destroy Lakeview and the real world beyond it. With greedy tech executives, unresolved mysteries and heartbreak — in both virtual reality and real life — everyone must join forces in a desperate attempt to stop the digital apocalypse and save humanity from being erased. Robbie Amell, Andy Allo, Kevin Bigley, Allegra Edwards, Zainab Johnson and Owen Daniels star.
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“Fantasy Football Ruined Our Lives” (Aug. 27)
“Sonic the Hedgehog 2” (Aug. 24)
In this 2022 sequel, Dr. Robotnik makes his return with a new partner-in-crime, Knuckles, who joins him in the search for an emerald that can destroy civilizations. Sonic, however, has a new sidekick of his own, and knows he’s fast enough to get the gemstone rst.
Directed by Alessio Maria Federici, this feature-length ick sees a group of friends thrown into uncertainty when one of their members, Gianni (Enrico Borello), doesn’t show up to his own wedding. As they search for answers, the friends nd themselves overwhelmed by secrets, accusations, death threats and explosive group chats brought to light, leading them to wonder if something bad really did happen to Gianni. Starring Giacomo Ferrara, Francesco Russo, Antonio Banno and Caterina Guzzanti.
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“ e Last Rhinos: A New Hope” (Aug. 25)
Photographer Ami Vitale embarks on a powerful journey to capture one of the world’s most ambitious conservation e orts of rescuing the northern white rhinoceros from the brink of extinction. With only two surviving females, a team of scientists dares to attempt the impossible — creating life through the world’s rst surrogate rhino pregnancy.
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Bargain Block
HGTV 7 p.m.
Keith and Evan give a rundown Detroit home a stunning mid-century modern makeover, adding sleek floating shelves and a stylish dining room banquette. What was once falling apart now shines with timeless charm and sophisticated design touches.
Family Law WGN 7 p.m.
An uncertain future is making everyone uneasy. The staff is on eggshells as the impending merger has ruffled feathers within the firm. As such, Daniel (Zach Smadu) decides a company retreat might do the trick. However, new details make things worse.
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Three young women are kidnapped by Kevin (James McAvoy), a man diagnosed by his psychiatrist, Dr. Fletcher (Betty Buckley), with 23 distinct personalities. However, a 24th personality is about to emerge, which could put the girls in even more danger.
Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service WFLD WYZZ 8 p.m.
When all hope is lost, Chef Gordon Ramsay comes calling. This fledgling series continues with a brand-new episode, in which the eponymous chef gathers intel on a restaurant in need of assistance as their kitchen is plagued by contamination.
The Story of Esther Costello TCM 8:45 p.m.
A wealthy woman (Joan Crawford) takes in Esther (Heather Sears), a deaf and blind girl, after a childhood accident. As Esther progresses, she becomes a public figure, but her patron’s estranged husband (Rossano Brazzi) exploits her to tragic consequences.
My Strange Arrest A&E 9 p.m.
A woman enters a police station to file a report, but to her surprise, she leaves in handcuffs; an alleged Presidential candidate tries to arrest an officer; and a man’s bizarre behavior is driven by harsh TikTok comments in this wild episode.
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35 105 242 USA <++ Jurassic World Dominion ('22) Bryce Dallas Howard,Laura Dern,Chris Pratt. <++ Jurassic World Dominion ('22) Bryce Dallas Howard,Laura Dern,Chris Pratt.
36 139 247 TBS Big Bang Big Bang All Elite Wrestling: Dynamite (N)
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Gordon Ramsay stars in “Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service”
The Real Housewives of Orange County BRAVO 7 p.m.
Go inside the lives of five families in a wealthy Southern California enclave. From lavish lifestyles to personal drama, these housewives may have it all. But life in one of America’s richest communities is far from picture-perfect. Final Destination 5
HBO 7 p.m.
Sam (Nicholas D’Agosto) has visions of a suspension bridge crumbling as he and his friends head to a retreat. As it actually begins to happen, he helps them escape, but death will not be denied in the final film of this “Final Destination” marathon.
Singin’ in the Rain TCM 7 p.m.
As Hollywood transitions from silent films to talkies, star Don Lockwood (Gene Kelly) realizes his co-star, Lina Lamont (Jean Hagen) has a terrible voice. With the help of friends (Donald O’Connor, Debbie Reynolds), he plans to secretly dub Lina’s voice.
Big Brother WBBM WMBD 7 p.m.
These strangers, cut off from the outside world, live together in a secluded house. But after a live vote, one is evicted and sits down for an interview, while the remaining houseguests compete for power in the next Head of Household.
Celebrity Family Feud WLS 7 p.m.
Survey says: Steve Harvey’s still got it. Hollywood’s top stars battle it out alongside family in a prime-time version of one of TV’s most popular and enduring game shows, “Family Feud.” All winnings go to a charity of the celebrity’s choosing.
Beat Bobby Flay FOOD 8 p.m.
Sunny Anderson and TV host Nina Parker bring the hype as they team up with chefs John Cleveland and Michael Fiorelli to give Bobby Flay a run for his money in a loud, lively showdown where the goal is simple: to beat Bobby at his own game.
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35 105 242 USA Law-SVU "A Misunderstanding" Law-SVU "Forty-One Witnesses" <+++ The Green Mile ('99) David Morse, Michael Clarke Duncan, Tom Hanks. A condemned prisoner possesses a miraculous healin g power.
36 139 247 TBS Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Impract. Jokers Impract. JokersImpract. Jokers Inside Jokes <+++ American Pie ('99)
37 180 311 FREE (4:50) <+++ Encanto ('21) Stephanie Beatriz. (:55) <+++ Tangled ('10) Voices of Zachary Levi, Donna Murphy,Mandy Moore. A bandit provides Rapunzel's ticket out of her prison tower.
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Steve Harvey hosts “Celebrity Family Feud”
Deadliest Catch DISC 7 p.m.
When fishermen discover monster king crab in the far west, a gold rush-style race ignites among the Dutch Harbor fleet. To claim their share of the billion-dollar bounty, captains and crews must brave 50-foot seas and venture beyond the bounds of rescue.
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom TBS 7 p.m.
Aquaman (Jason Momoa) teams up with his half-brother Orm (Patrick Wilson) to stop Black Manta (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II) who wields the cursed Black Trident and hopes to destroy Atlantis and the surface world. Together, they hope to stop a catastrophe.
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College Football WFLD WYZZ 7 p.m.
The Auburn Tigers head to Texas to take on the Baylor Bears at McLane Stadium. As the season opener for both teams, it’s also the first time Baylor has hosted an SEC opponent as a member of the Big 12.
Hurricane Katrina: 20 Years After the Storm With Robin Roberts WLS 7 p.m.
During a trip to New Orleans, Robin Roberts explores how The Big Easy has recovered, changed and blossomed in the two decades following the catastrophic Hurricane Katrina. Rebuilding efforts help, but a booming jazz scene makes all the difference.
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives FOOD 8 p.m.
It’s everything you ever wanted and more as Guy Fieri hits Texas to try a delectable sampling of carnitas ramen. Then, a trip north finds a funky Cincinnati spot offering a delicious pulled pork poutine. Later, a LA Thai spot features a tom-yum sorbet.
The Quest for Gold WGN 8 p.m.
Hosts Dean Cain, Laura McKenzie, Montel Williams and Elizabeth Stanton dig into gold’s legendary role in Hollywood and real-life treasure hunts, revealing how this metal has shaped stories on screen and sparked quests around the world.
Robin Roberts hosts “Hurricane Katrina: 20 Years After the Storm with Robin Roberts”
<+++ Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone ('01) Rupert Grint, Emma Watson,Daniel Radcliffe. Harry Potter discovers that he is a wizard after he is invited to study at Hogwarts.
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35 105 242 USA Law & Order: SVU "Lunacy" WWE Friday Night SmackDown (N) (Live) The Rainmaker (N) (:05) 9-1-1 (:05) 9-1-1 "Eddie Begins"
36 139 247 TBS Big Bang Big Bang <++ Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom ('23) Patrick Wilson,Jason Momoa (P) <++ Aquaman ('18) Amber Heard,Willem Dafoe, Jason Momoa.
37 180 311 FREE (4:40) <++ The Princess Diarie s ('01) Anne Hathaway, Julie Andrews. (:20) <++ The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagemen t ('04)Julie Andrews,Héctor Elizondo, Anne Hathaway.A
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33 122 244 SYFY (7:00) <+++ Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 ('10) Daniel Radcliffe. (:05) <+++ Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 ('11) Rupert Grint,Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe <++ Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore ('22)Jude Law,Mads Mikkelsen, Eddie Redmayne. (:05) <+++ Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone ('01) Rupert Grint, Daniel Radcliffe.
34 107 249 COM Parks Parks Parks Parks ParksParksParksParksParksParksParksParks ParksParks <+++ Blockers ('18) Ike Barinholtz, John Cena,Leslie Mann <++ Step Brothers ('08) Will Ferrell.
35 105 242 USA (6:30) Soccer Premier (N) (Live) Premier League Soccer Sunderland vs. Brentford (N) (Live) Premier (N) (Live) The RainmakerForensic Files Law & Order: SV U "Spellbound" Law & Order: SV U "A Story of More Woe" Law & Order: SV U "Part 33" Law & Order: SV U "Brothel" Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
36 139 247 TBS Friends Friends Friends Friends Friends Friends Friends <++ Mortal Kombat ('21)Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson, Lewis Tan. <++ Aquaman ('18) Amber Heard,Willem Dafoe, Jason Momoa. <++ Black Adam ('22) Aldis Hodge, Dwayne Johnson.
37 180 311 FREE <++ Alice in Wonderland ('10) Mia Wasikowska, Helena Bonham
Depp <++ Alice Through the Looking Glass ('16) Anne Hathaway,Mia Wasikowska, Johnny Depp (:05) <+++ Brave ('12) Voices of Billy Connolly,Emma Thompson, Kelly (:10) <++++ Beauty and the Beast ('91) Voices of Robby Benson, Pa
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39 172 290 DISN Phineas and Ferb Phineas and Ferb < Phineas and Ferb: The Movie: Across the 2nd <++ Ice Age: Continental Drift ('12) Ray Romano. (:05) BlueyBlueyBlueyBluey Phineas and Ferb Phineas and Ferb Phineas and Ferb Big City Greens Big City Greens
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1) On “This Is Us,” how did Jack Pearson (Milo Ventimiglia) die — house fire complications, car crash or cancer?
2) Which “Game of Thrones” character’s death at a royal wedding was dubbed “The Purple Wedding” by fans?
3) Which two “Grey’s Anatomy” characters died as a result of a plane crash in Season 8?
4) Which “Downton Abbey” character died shortly after his son’s birth due to the actor leaving the series?
5) In which TV series did a character die from glue poisoning after licking wedding invitation envelopes?
6) Which “M*A*S*H” character perished in a plane crash, marking one of the first major on-screen character deaths in TV history?
7) Which cast member left “The West Wing” midway through Season 4?
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Lt. Colonel Henry Blake (McLean Stevenson)
“Seinfeld”
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NASCAR Xfinity Racing Series WGN 6:30 p.m.
If 147 miles seems like an odd number, you’re not alone. But as NASCAR’s top drivers descend upon Portland International Raceway in Portland, Ore., they look to make short order of the Pacific Office Automation 147. Shane van Gisbergen won last year.
College Football WLS 6:30 p.m.
It’s a battle of Tigers as the LSU Tigers take on the Clemson Tigers at Frank Howard Field at Memorial Stadium. Known for creating instant classics, their most recent meeting was the 2012 Chick-Fil-A Bowl, where Clemson due to a last-second field goal.
Catch of the Day HALL 7 p.m.
Rising New York City chef Sophie (Emilie Ullerup) visits her family’s struggling seafood restaurant in Montauk, N.Y., where she runs into Cam (Michael Rady), an old crush and local fisherman. As she rekindles her love of cooking, she questions everything.
The Stepdaughter LIFE 7 p.m.
Sweet teenager Joanna (Cassidey Fralin) moves in with her birth father (Blue Kimble) and his new family after the death of her mother and grandmother. It seems this high schooler has some secrets as she looks to remove her stepmom from the scene.
Detective Story
TCM 7 p.m.
James McLeod (Kirk Douglas) is devoted to justice and his wife (Eleanor Parker). But when his obsession with taking down a dangerous abortionist (George Macready) drags out a case, he uncovers a dark secret that threatens his sanity, career and marriage.
48 Hours
WBBM WMBD 8 p.m.
The first 48 hours following a crime are vital to any investigation. Peter Van Sant, Erin Moriarty, Anne-Marie Green and top CBS News journalists investigate shocking tales of criminal conduct and real-life tragedies, examining cases from start to finish.
Daniel Radcliffe. <+++ Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secret s ('02) Rupert Grint, Emma Watson,Daniel Radcliffe.The young wizard and his bes t friends investigate a dark force that is terrorizing Hogwarts. <+++ Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban ('04) Daniel Rd liff
34 107 249 COM (5:00) <++ Step Brothers ('08) <+++ Ted ('12) Mila Kunis,Seth MacFarlane, Mark Wahlberg <++ Ted 2 ('15) Seth MacFarlane, Amanda Se yfried,Mark Wahlberg
35 105 242 USA Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Law-SVU "N ghtmares in Drill City" Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
36 139 247 TBS (4:30) <++ Black Adam ('22) <++ Man of Steel ('13) Amy Adams,Michael Shannon,Henry Cavill. <++ Black Adam ('22) Aldis Hodge,Pierce Brosnan, Dwayne Johnson.
37 180 311 FREE (5:15) <+++ The Princess and the Frog ('09) Anika Rose. (:20) < The Little Mermaid ('23)Voices of Dee Wallace-Stone, Sonya Krueger, Steve Guttenberg. A mermaid princess discovers the surface world after making a bargain to become human. (:35) <+++ Enchanted ('07)
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“NCIS: Tony & Ziva” – (Paramount+ — Sept. 4, Series Premiere)
In this “NCIS” spin-off, Tony (Michael Weatherly) finds out that his partner, Ziva (Cote de Pablo), is actually alive after being presumed dead for years. After reuniting with Tony and her daughter, Tali (Isla Gie), Ziva finds her world turned upside down once again, as Tony’s company faces the threat of attack and the group must flee to Europe.
“The Paper” – (Peacock — Sept. 4, Series Premiere)
Starring Domhnall Gleeson and Sabrina Impacciatore, this spinoff of “The Office” finds the Dunder Mifflin documentary crew looking for a new subject, eventually landing themselves in Toledo, Ohio, to follow the daily lives of those working at “The Truth Teller,” a historic newspaper. In a time of dwindling paper sales and nonstop news, the employees must do what they can to keep their business afloat.
WEEKLY SPECIALS
8/24 Turkey & Dressing
8/25 Chicken & Noodles
8/26 Swiss Steak
8/27 Hot Turkey
Thursday: Meatloaf
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Friday: Fish Specials Sat/Sun: Breakfast Specials
EVERYDAY: Fried Chicken, Tacos (Pork, Chorizo, Chicken), Quesadillas, Burritos Served with rice or beans
As best friends, Kristy Etheredge and Rebecca Franchione have shared more than a few big dreams — the prospect of motherhood, their love for home renovation and their adoration for Texas’ Hill County. Now, with plenty of experience gained, the ever-savvy house flippers are ready to take us along as they accomplish their next big project. “The Mother Flip” is now airing on A&E, with the third episode making its debut Saturday, Aug. 30.
Joined by accomplished contractor Roy Salinas, the group continues its mission to transform the worst homes in Hill County, utilizing all-cash deals, strategic renovations and a few bold risks to earn themselves big returns. After cashing in on real estate gold, the trio splits its massive paydays three ways, making the experience profitable for all.
Those looking for more home renovation content — whether it be to fill an easy Saturday or to inspire a project of your own — can also tune in to a brand-new episode of “Zombie House Flipping: Back to the Flip,” airing on A&E immediately before the latest episode of “The Mother Flip.” While every “zombie” house proves to have its own challenges, this special episode follows flipper Justin Stamper as he tackles one of his most complicated renovations yet — one that turns a long-abandoned, extremely neglected home into a jaw-dropping showstopper, proving every home can reach its full potential.
If a morning of house flipping content has you eyeing old cabinets and new paint colors, Kristen Coutts just might have some tips for you. In her series, “Beer Budget Reno” (now streaming on aetv.com, as part of A&E’s home.made.nation), Coutts — a designer who first found her footing in Toronto, Canada — visits homes mid-renovation to share clever, cost-saving hacks that help home owners transform outdated, uncomfortable or unusual interiors into fresh, modern and functional spaces. Each and every episode, Coutts proves, as A&E says, “no budget is too small for a stunning upgrade.”
While keeping dollar-conscious, approachable and impactful home renovations in the spotlight, A&E’s home.made.nation makes pipe dreams possible, with “The Mother Flip,” “Zombie House Reno: Back to the Flip” and “Beer Budget Reno” — all airing Saturday, Aug. 30, on A&E and aetv. com.
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Kristy Etheredge and Rebecca Franchione star in “The Mother Flip”
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AAladdin +++ (1992, Animated) Voices of Scott Weinger, Robin Williams. DISN Wed. 7 p.m.
American Pie +++ (1999, Comedy) Jason Biggs, Shannon Elizabeth. TBS Thu. 11 p.m.
Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me +++ (1999, Comedy) Mike Myers, Heather Graham. E! Mon. 6 p.m.
Avatar: The Way of Water +++ (2022, Sci-Fi) Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña. FX Thu. 6 p.m.
Avengers: Age of Ultron +++ (2015, Action) Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth. FX Sun. 7 p.m.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets +++ (2002, Children) Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint.
SYFY Wed. 6:26 p.m., Sat. 7:30 p.m.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 +++ (2010, Fantasy) Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint. SYFY Fri. 3 p.m.
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire +++ (2005, Fantasy) Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint. SYFYThu. 7 p.m.
IIndiana Jones and the Last Crusade +++ (1989, Adventure) Harrison Ford, Sean Connery. PARSHO Wed. 9 p.m.
Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark ++++ (1981, Adventure) Harrison Ford, Karen Allen. An archaeologist races Nazis to find a powerful relic. PARSHO Wed. 5 p.m.
Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom +++ (1984, Adventure) Harrison Ford, Kate Capshaw. PARSHO Wed. 7 p.m.
Italian Job, The +++ (2003, Thriller) Mark Wahlberg, Charlize Theron. AMC Mon. 10 p.m., Tue. 4:30 p.m.
Jaws ++++ (1975, Thriller) Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw. A man-eating shark terrorizes a New England resort town. AMC Sat. 6 p.m.
John Wick +++ (2014, Action) Keanu Reeves, Michael Nyqvist. AMC Sun. 10:07 p.m.
Perfect Storm, The +++ (2000, Thriller) George Clooney, Mark Wahlberg. AMC Wed. 9:30 p.m. Pitch Perfect +++ (2012, Romance) Anna Kendrick, Skylar Astin. PAR Mon. 9:30 p.m., Tue. 7 p.m. Predator +++ (1987, Action) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Carl Weathers. SUNDANC Sat. 7:30 p.m.
Frozen II’ airing Wed. at 7:55 on FREEFRM
Pretty in Pink +++ (1986, Romance) Molly Ringwald, Jon Cryer. AMC Fri. 11:30 p.m., BBCAThu. 9 p.m.
Pulp Fiction ++++ (1994, Crime Story) John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson. Criminals cross paths in three interlocked tales of mayhem. PARSHO Fri. 10:30 p.m.
Raya and the Last Dragon +++ (2021, Animated) Voices of Kelly Marie Tran, Awkwafina. DISNSat. 6 p.m. S
Stand by Me ++++ (1986, Comedy Drama) Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix. Four boys face a journey of self-discovery. BBCA Thu. 2:30 p.m.
Star Trek Into Darkness +++ (2013, Sci-Fi) Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto. PARSHO Mon. 2:30 p.m.
Star Wars: The Last Jedi +++ (2017, Sci-Fi) Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher. FX Thu. 2:30 p.m.
Story of Esther Costello, The +++ (1957, Drama) Joan Crawford, Rossano Brazzi. TCMWed. 8:45 p.m.
Time to Kill, A +++ (1996, Drama) Sandra Bullock, Samuel L. Jackson. PARSHO Fri. 8 p.m.
Top Gun: Maverick +++ (2022, Action) Tom Cruise, Miles Teller. PAR Wed. 10 p.m., Thu. 7 p.m. Total Recall +++ (1990, Sci-Fi) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Rachel Ticotin. VH1 Wed. 9:30 p.m.
Town, The +++ (2010, Thriller) Ben Affleck, Rebecca Hall. PAR Wed. 7 p.m., PARSHO Sun. 9 p.m., Thu. 5 p.m.
Trading Places +++ (1983, Comedy) Dan Aykroyd, Eddie Murphy. IFC Sat. 7 p.m.
True Lies +++ (1994, Action) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jamie Lee Curtis. AMC Sat. 3 p.m.
Twister +++ (1996, Action) Helen Hunt, Bill Paxton. AMC Wed. 7 p.m., Thu. 4:30 p.m. U
Untouchables, The ++++ (1987, Crime Story) Kevin Costner, Sean Connery. Incorruptible government agents move against Al Capone. PARSHO Sun. 4 p.m., Wed. 3 p.m. W
Wedding Crashers +++ (2005, Comedy) Owen Wilson, Vince Vaughn. MTV Thu. 9 p.m., Fri. 5 p.m. Wrong Man, The +++ (1956, Crime Story) Henry Fonda, Vera Miles. TCM Sun. 5 p.m.
