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“Ernest Cole: Lost and Found” (April 29)
This documentary chronicles the life and work of Ernest Cole, one of the first Black freelance photographers in South Africa. His early pictures, shocking when they were first published, revealed to the world Black life under apartheid. Cole fled South Africa in 1966 and lived in exile in the US, photographing extensively in New York City and the American South.
“Arrival” (Available Now)
Linguist Louise Banks (Amy Adams) leads a team of investigators when gigantic spaceships touch down around the world. As nations teeter on the verge of global war, Banks and her crew must find a way to communicate with the extraterrestrial visitors. Jeremy Renner and Forest Whitaker also star.
“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” (Available Now) British retirees travel to India to take up residence in what they believe is a newly restored hotel. Less luxurious than advertised, the Marigold Hotel nevertheless slowly begins to charm in unexpected ways. Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, Bill Nighy, Tom Wilkinson, and Dev Patel star.
“Gulliver’s Travels” (Available Now) A modern adaptation loosely based on the 1726 novel of the same name by Jonathan Swift, this family-friendly adventure film stars Jack Black as Lemuel Gulliver, a hapless aspiring travel writer who is supposed to be headed to the Bermuda Triangle for an assignment. Instead, a freak storm has Gulliver wash up on the Island of Lilliput, where he towers over the island’s inhabitants and is jailed for being a dangerous monster.
“Andor” - Season 2, New Episodes (April 29) Taking place as the horizon of war draws near and Cassian (Diego Luna) becomes a key player in the Rebel Alliance. Everyone will be tested and, as the stakes rise, the betrayals, sacrifices and conflicting agendas will become profound. Alan Tudyk, Kyle Soller, Stellan Skarsgard, Denise Gough and Genevieve O’Reilly also star.
“Mickey Mouse Funhouse”Season 3, New Episodes (April 30)
This animated series introduces preschoolers’ first pal, Mickey Mouse (voiced by Bret Iwan), and his friends — Minnie (Kaitlyn Robrock), Goofy (Bill Farmer), Donald (Tony Anselmo), Daisy (Tress MacNeille) and Pluto (Farmer) — to Funny (Harvey Guillén), an enchanted talking playhouse, who takes the Sensational Six on adventures.
“Nickel Boys” (April 29) Elwood Curtis’ (Ethan Herisse) college dreams are shattered when he’s sentenced to Nickel Academy, a brutal reformatory in the Jim Crow South. Clinging to his optimistic worldview, Elwood strikes up a friendship with Turner (Brandon Wilson), a fellow Black teen who dispenses fundamental tips for survival.
“Chibi Tiny Tales: Shorts” - Season 5, New Episodes (April 30) Dive back into a world of adorable adventures with this series of shorts. Following the adventures of some of the most beloved Disney characters, presented in the Japanese Chibi animation style, this fun children’s anthology series tells a new story in each mini episode.
“Not Just A Goof” (Available Now) Exploring the untold story of “A Goofy Movie, this documentary follows a young creative team tackling their first Disney feature, facing disappointment upon release, only for the film to gain a passionate following decades later. Through key interviews and rare footage, it explores the struggles, victories, and studio dynamics that shaped the movie.
“Another Simple Favor” (May 1) Stephanie Smothers (Anna Kendrick) and Emily Nelson (Blake Lively) reunite on the beautiful island of Capri, Italy, for Emily’s extravagant wedding to a rich Italian businessman. Along with the glamorous guests, expect murder and betrayal to RSVP for a wedding with more twists and turns than the road from the Marina Grande to the Capri town square.
“Dunkirk” (Available Now) Christopher Nolan’s war epic follows allied soldiers from Belgium, the British Commonwealth and Empire, and France are surrounded by the German Army and evacuated during a fierce battle in World War II.
“Chef’s Table: Legends” (April 28)
Celebrating the series’ 10 year anniversary, this special season pays tribute to the culinary icons who have helped shape the modern world of food. It features a lineup of legendary celebrity chefs — including Jamie Oliver, José Andrés, Thomas Keller and Alice Waters — whose influence has transcended borders and mediums to inspire generations of cooks and food lovers alike.
“Turning Point: The Vietnam War” (April 30)
From director Brian Knappenberger, this docuseries offers an unfiltered look at one of the most defining and divisive conflicts in modern history and the profound, lasting impact it has had on America’s global identity and on the lives of countless people. From the Gulf of Tonkin incident to the fall of Saigon, this thought-provoking documentary examines the cost and consequences of the Vietnam War.
“Poker Face” - Season 2 (Peacock — May 8, Season Premiere)
Returning for its long-awaited second season, this mystery-of-the-week series follows Natasha Lyonne’s Charlie, who has an extraordinary ability to determine when someone is lying. She hits the road with her Plymouth Barracuda and with every stop encounters a new cast of characters and strange crimes she can’t help but solve. Guest stars for this season include Adrienne C. Moore, Alia Shawkat, Awkwafina, B.J. Novak, Cynthia Erivo, Ego Nwodim, John Cho, John Mulaney and many more.
“Legally Blonde 2: Red, White And Blonde” (Available Now) Now in her postgrad, Elle Woods (Reese Witherspoon) is all about animal rights. In fact, she puts her nuptial plans on hold to head to Washington, D.C., to get an anti-animal testing bill passed. Her building’s doorman quickly shows her the ways and workings of America’s capital.
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and Albert Uderzo, Rome is desperate to conquer the last independent village in Gaul and the home of Asterix (Alain Chabat) and Obelix (Gilles Lellouche). The secret to the Gauls’ battle superiority is a magic potion, but when the potion master loses his memory, the villagers are left to their own devices against the might of Rome.
“Angi: Fake Life, True Crime” (May 1) Ana Paez was a 35-year-old fashion designer who was found dead in a tourist apartment in Barcelona on February 19, 2008, naked and with a plastic bag covering her head. How did she die? Was it a sexual crime or a sadistic game gone wrong? This was the initial hypothesis with which the police were working until Angi appeared.
Obelix:
Big Fight”Season 1 (April 30)
this animated family series from France, based on the comics by René Goscinny
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1 p.m. SNY MLB Baseball Arizona Diamondbacks at New York Mets. From Citi Field in Flushing, N.Y. (Live)
2:30 p.m. USA Premier League Soccer Nottingham Forest vs. Brentford. From The City Ground in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England. (Live)
4 p.m. GOLF PGA Tour Golf The CJ Cup Byron Nelson, First Round. From TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, Texas. (Live) 7 p.m. ESPN NHL Hockey First Round: Teams TBA. The latest hockey action from across the NHL. (Live)
7:30 p.m. TBS NHL Hockey The latest hockey action from across the NHL. (Live) TNT TRUTV NBA Basketball First Round: Teams TBA. Professional basketball action from the NBA. (Live)
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9:30 p.m. ESPN NHL Hockey First Round: Teams TBA. The latest hockey action from across the NHL. (Live) 10 p.m. ESPN2 Professional Fighters League PFL World Tournament, First Round. From Orlando, Fla. (Live) TNT TRUTV NBA Basketball First Round: Teams TBA. Professional basketball action from the NBA. (Live) Friday
12:30 p.m. GOLF PGA Tour Champions Golf Insperity Invitational, First Round. From The Woodlands Country Club in The Woodlands, Texas. (Live) 4 p.m. GOLF PGA Tour Golf The CJ Cup Byron Nelson, Second Round. From TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, Texas. (Live) 7 p.m. ESPN2 NBA Basketball First Round: Teams TBA. Professional basketball action from the NBA. (Live) TNT TRUTV NHL Hockey The latest hockey action
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10 a.m. FS1 Indy NXT Series Grand Prix of Alabama, Practice. From Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Ala. (Live) USA Premier League Soccer West Ham United vs. Tottenham Hotspur. From London Stadium in London. (Live)
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12 p.m. WKBW-7 United Football League Memphis Showboats at Houston Roughnecks. From TDECU Stadium in Houston. (Live)
12:30 p.m. WGRZ-2 WICU-12 Premier League Soccer Arsenal vs. Bournemouth. From Emirates Stadium in London. (Live)
1 p.m. GOLF PGA Tour Golf The CJ Cup Byron Nelson, Third Round. From TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, Texas. (Live)
1:30 p.m. FS1 Indy NXT Series Grand Prix of Alabama, Qualifying. From Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Ala. (Live)
2 p.m. SNY MLB Baseball New York Mets at St. Louis Cardinals. From Busch Stadium in St. Louis. (Live) WPIX-11 NASCAR Xfinity Racing Series Andy’s Frozen Custard 300. From Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas. (Live)
2:30 p.m. FS1 IndyCar Racing Children’s Of Alabama Indy Grand Prix, Qualifying. From Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Ala. (Live) WGRZ-2 WICU-12 151st Kentucky Derby Watch the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. (Live) WNYW-5 WUTV-29 MLS Soccer Nashville SC at Atlanta United FC. From Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. (Live)
3 p.m. GOLF PGA Tour Champions Golf Insperity Invitational, Second Round. From The Woodlands Country Club in The Woodlands, Texas. (Live) WKBW-7 NHL Hockey First Round: Teams TBA. The latest hockey action from across the NHL. (Live) 3:55 p.m. ESPN Formula 1 Racing Miami Grand Prix, Qualifying. From Miami International Autodrome in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Live)
4 p.m. ATTPT MLB Baseball San Diego Padres at Pittsburgh Pirates. From PNC Park in Pittsburgh.
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In Focus
“Forever” (Netflix — May 8, Series Premiere) Based on Judy Blume’s groundbreaking 1975 novel, this new series is reimagining the story for a new generation. This epic love story follows two Black teens as they explore romance and their identities through the awkward journey of being each other’s firsts, set in Los Angeles, 2018. Lovie Simone and Michael Cooper Jr. star.
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As Season 2 continues, Marie (Emilia Schule) and Louis (Louis Cunningham) hope that Rohan’s (Maximilien Seweryn) indictment will put an end to people’s desire to rebel. When Rohan is exonerated, however, the duo must quickly pivot. Also starring Jack Archer and Jasmine Blackborow, “Marie-Antoinette” airs a brand-new episode this Sunday, April 27, on PBS, with a series preview available on the network’s website, pbs.org/show/marie-antoinette/
The tide is high and so are Harry’s stress levels, as his new responsibilities begin to overwhelm him. Meanwhile, Tzarina does her best to display leadership of her department, but when a sudden lightning storm threatens Circus Night for the guests, it’s every monkey for himself. Season 3 of “Below Deck Down Under” continues with a new episode this Monday, April 28, on Bravo, with more series episodes available to stream online, at bravotv.com/below-deck-down-under/ watch/episodes
BY JAY BOBBIN
‘Batman’ faces a bounty of villains again
Much of the fun of the mid-1960s “Batman” series was in its casting of the weekly “guest villains,” and that’s very much in display as Catchy Comedy offers a “Binge” of the show throughout the day on Sunday, April 27 (extending into early the following morning). As Gotham City’s “Dynamic Duo” of Batman and Robin, Adam West and Burt Ward got to encounter many great actors who appeared to have a fabulous time playing the enemies of superheroes. Among those seen during this 24-hour marathon are some who didn’t appear on the program as often as others, including Victor Buono as King Tut, Vincent Price as Egghead, Cliff Robertson as Shame, Shelley Winters as Ma Parker, Van Johnson as The Minstrel, Roddy McDowall as The Bookworm and Milton Berle as Louie the Lilac. However, there’s still room here for such frequently featured favorites as Cesar Romero as The Joker and Burgess Meredith as The Penguin.
“Back to School” (BBC America, Sunday, April 27): Custom-fit to Rodney Dangerfield’s humor, this first-rate 1986 comedy casts him as Thornton Melon, a self-made clothing store tycoon who encourages his son (Keith Gordon) to stick with college by making himself another member of the same student body. Frat parties and swim meets take on new significance with the elder Melon in
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Questions:
Famous workplaces
1) Which media conglomerate is at the center of the power struggles in “Succession”?
2) Which company has a branch located at 1725 Slough Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania?
3) What was the name of the taxi company featured in “Taxi?”
4) Which TV station did Mary Richards (Mary Tyler Moore) work for?
5) It started out as Pearson Hardman, but what is the name of the “Suits” law firm by the end of Season 9?
6) Which fictional broadcast network airs “The Morning Show”?
7) Which sitcom follows a group of employees at a big-box store in St. Louis, Missouri?
8) Was the radio station in “WKRP in Cincinnati” an AM or FM station?
9) Ogilvy & Simpson, McCann Erickson, or Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce — which of these is NOT one of the advertising agencies featured in “Mad Men”? 10) In “Severance,” what is the branch number associated with the Lumon Administrative Building? (Hint: It’s not 5X.)
