2 p.m. WEEK WMAQ IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Monterey. From WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, Calif. (L)
Friday
6:25 a.m. ESPN2 Formula 1 Racing Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, Practice 1. From Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari in Imola, EmiliaRomagna, Italy. (L)
Saturday
8:55 a.m. ESPN2 Formula 1 Racing Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, Qualifying. From Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari in Imola, EmiliaRomagna, Italy. (L)
3 p.m. WFLD WYZZ IndyCar Racing Indianapolis 500, Qualifying. From Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis. (L)
BASEBALL
Sunday
10 a.m. CHSN Miami Marlins at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
12:30 p.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
1 p.m. CHSN Miami Marlins at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago. (L)
2 p.m. ESPN2 College Baseball Vanderbilt at Tennessee. From Lindsey Nelson Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. (L)
4 p.m. CHSN White Sox Postgame Live (L)
5 p.m. ESPN Baseball Tonight: Sunday Night Countdown (L)
ESPN2 SEC Inside Missouri Softball.
CHSN Miami Marlins at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
6 p.m. ESPN Philadelphia Phillies at Cleveland Guardians. From Progressive Field in Cleveland. (L)
ESPN2 NCAA Softball Selection Special College softball postseason scheduled announced.
7 p.m. ESPN2 7Innings Live Selection Special. (L)
7:30 p.m. CHSN Top Prospects An inside look at top prospects in White Sox organization.
8 p.m. CHSN Top Prospects An inside look at top prospects in White Sox organization.
11 p.m. CHSN Miami Marlins at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
1 a.m. ESPN2 Philadelphia Phillies at Cleveland Guardians. From Progressive Field in Cleveland.
Monday
10 a.m. CHSN Miami Marlins at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
1 p.m. CHSN Miami Marlins at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
7 p.m. CHSN Top Prospects An inside look at top prospects in White Sox organization.
7:30 p.m. CHSN Top Prospects An inside look at top prospects in White Sox organization.
10 p.m. CHSN Miami Marlins at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
Tuesday
10 a.m. CHSN Miami Marlins at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
1 p.m. CHSN Miami Marlins at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
5 p.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
TBS MLB on TBS: Leadoff (L)
5:30 p.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at Cincinnati Reds. From Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati. (L)
TBS Boston Red Sox at Detroit Tigers. From Comerica Park in Detroit. (L)
8:30 p.m. CHSN White Sox Postgame Live (L)
TBS MLB on TBS: Closer (L)
9:30 p.m. CHSN Top Prospects An inside look at top prospects in White Sox organization.
10 p.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at Cincinnati Reds. From Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.
Wednesday
10 a.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at Cincinnati Reds. From Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.
1 p.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at Cincinnati Reds. From Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.
5:30 p.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
6 p.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at Cincinnati Reds. From Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati. (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 Chicago White Sox at Cincinnati Reds. From Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.
Thursday
10 a.m. CHSN Top Prospects An inside look at top prospects in White Sox organization.
11 a.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
11:30 a.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at Cincinnati Reds. From Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati. (L)
2:30 p.m. CHSN White Sox Postgame Live (L)
3 p.m. CHSN Top Prospects An inside look at top prospects in White Sox organization.
3:30 p.m. CHSN Top Prospects An inside look at top prospects in White Sox organization.
7 p.m. ESPN2 College Baseball Tennessee at Arkansas. From Baum Stadium in Fayetteville, Ark. (L)
CHSN Chicago White Sox at Cincinnati Reds. From Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.
10 p.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at Cincinnati Reds. From Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.
Friday
10 a.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at Cincinnati Reds. From Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.
12:30 p.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
1 p.m. ESPN2 College Softball NCAA Tournament, Regional: Teams TBA. (L) CHSN Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs. From Wrigley Field in Chicago. (L)
3 p.m. ESPN2 College Softball NCAA Tournament, Regional: Teams TBA. (L)
4 p.m. CHSN White Sox Postgame Live (L)
5 p.m. ESPN2 7Innings Live (L)
6 p.m. ESPN2 College Softball NCAA Tournament, Regional: Teams TBA. (L)
6:30 p.m. WEEK St. Louis Cardinals at Kansas City Royals. From Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. (L)
7 p.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs. From Wrigley Field in Chicago.
8 p.m. ESPN2 College Softball NCAA Tournament, Regional: Teams TBA. (L)
9:30 p.m. WEEK Cardinals - Post Game
10 p.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs. From Wrigley Field in Chicago.
Saturday
11 a.m. ESPN2 College Softball NCAA Tournament, Regional: Teams TBA. (L)
12 p.m. ESPN College Softball (L)
12:30 p.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
1 p.m.
ESPN2 College Softball NCAA Tournament, Regional: Teams TBA. (L) CHSN Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs. From Wrigley Field in Chicago. (L)
2 p.m.
ESPN 7Innings Live (L)
3 p.m.
ESPN2 College Softball NCAA Tournament, Regional: Teams TBA. (L)
4 p.m. CHSN White Sox Postgame Live (L)
5 p.m. ESPN2 College Softball NCAA Tournament, Regional: Teams TBA. (L)
6 p.m. WFLD WYZZ MLB Baseball (L)
6:30 p.m. ESPN 7Innings Live (L)
CHSN Top Prospects An inside look at top prospects in White Sox organization.
7 p.m. ESPN2 College Softball NCAA Tournament, Regional: Teams TBA. (L) CHSN Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs. From Wrigley Field in Chicago.
8 p.m. ESPN College Softball (L)
9 p.m. ESPN2 College Softball NCAA Tournament, Regional: Teams TBA. (L)
9:30 p.m. CHSN Don’t Stop Believin’: The ‘05 White Sox: 20 Years Later
10 p.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs. From Wrigley Field in Chicago.
BASKETBALL
Sunday
6 a.m. ESPN2 Full Court Press Down to Business.
5:30 p.m. TNT NBA Tip-Off (L)
6 p.m. TNT First Round: Teams TBA. (L)
7 p.m. VH1 Basketball Wives It’s Giving Foe.
8 p.m. ESPN2 Full Court Press Fearless. VH1 Basketball Wives Sisterhood of the Traveling Drama. The ladies return; Jackie’s talk show dreams become reality.
8:30 p.m. TNT Inside the NBA PlayoffsEpisode 15. (L)
9 p.m. ESPN2 Full Court Press The Moment. VH1 Basketball Wives You Can’t Even Spell Wife. The ladies heal old wounds on their trip to Mexico.
10 p.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Shots Poured, Shots Fired. The ladies throw Jennifer a bachelorette party.
10:30 p.m. TNT First Round: Teams TBA.
11 p.m. ESPN2 Full Court Press Fearless.
12 a.m. ESPN2 Full Court Press The Moment.
Monday
8 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Back in the Building!. Evelyn Lozada is back, but there are mixed feelings.
9 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Homewreckers. Shaunie tries to broker peace between Evelyn and Vanessa.
10 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Ice Queens. Brooke battles with her anger over the loss of her daughter.
2 p.m. ESPN NBA Today (L)
3 p.m. ESPN2 NBA Today
5:30 p.m. ESPN NBA Countdown (L)
6 p.m. ESPN 2025 NBA Draft Lottery From Chicago. (L) VH1 Basketball Wives It’s Giving Foe.
6:30 p.m. ESPN Conference Semifinals: Teams TBA. (L)
6:40 p.m. ESPN Conference Semifinals: Teams TBA. (L)
7 p.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Win, Lose, or Brawl.
8 p.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Win, Lose, or Brawl.
9 p.m. ESPN Conference Semifinals: Teams TBA. (L)
11 p.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Shaunie O’Neal returns to Miami for a night out.
12 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Jen, Evelyn and Gloria have a discussion about infidelity.
12:30 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Gloria defends her sister’s role in a scandal.
1 a.m. ESPN2 Conference Semifinals: Teams TBA.
Tuesday
8 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Who Are You, Where Did You Come From?. Jen is skeptical when Clayanna invites her to lunch.
9 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Cooking With Fire. Jac’eil forms a bond with Brittany’s rival, Brooke.
10 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Turning Up the Heat. Jackie brings the ladies on a healing trip to Arizona.
2 p.m. ESPN NBA Today (L)
3 p.m. ESPN2 NBA Today
6 p.m. TNT NBA Tip-Off (L)
6:30 p.m. TNT First Round: Teams TBA. (L)
9 p.m. TNT First Round: Teams TBA. (L)
11 p.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Royce discovers that Gloria has been talking.
11:30 p.m. TNT Inside the NBA PlayoffsEpisode 17. (L)
VH1 Basketball Wives Jen’s upcoming Haiti benefit inspires Royce.
12 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Erikka is surprised by lingering feelings for her ex.
12:30 a.m. TNT First Round: Teams TBA. VH1 Basketball Wives Shaunie offers the women a break in Los Angeles.
Wednesday
8 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives The Double Standard. Jackie promotes healing with a trip to a shaman.
9 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Not So Magic Mike. Brooke prepares for a fundraiser in Los Angeles.
10 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Wrong Impressions. Brittany goes on a blind date and distances herself.
1 p.m. ESPN2 NBA Draft Combine 2025 (L)
2 p.m. ESPN NBA Today (L)
6 p.m. TNT NBA Tip-Off (L)
6:30 p.m. TNT First Round: Teams TBA. (L)
9 p.m. TNT First Round: Teams TBA. (L)
11 p.m. ESPN2 Full Court Press Down to Business.
VH1 Basketball Wives Jen and Ev accuse Royce of playing both sides.
11:30 p.m. TNT Inside the NBA PlayoffsEpisode 18. (L)
12 a.m. ESPN2 Full Court Press Fearless. VH1 Basketball Wives Tami reintroduces her daughters to Kenny Anderson.
12:30 a.m. TNT First Round: Teams TBA.
Thursday
8 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Pain to Purpose. Brittany distances herself from the group.
9 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Shop Til You Pop. Evelyn throws a popup for her fashion line.
10 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Love Lost & Love Found. The ladies go to Houston, where Evelyn gains clarity.
2 p.m. ESPN2 NBA Today
6 p.m. ESPN NBA Countdown (L)
6:30 p.m. ESPN Conference Semifinals: Teams TBA. (L)
9 p.m. ESPN Conference Semifinals: Teams TBA. (L)
11 p.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Shaunie and the others ambush Gloria about the wedding.
12 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Evelyn and Jen are left off Ashley’s guest list.
1 a.m. ESPN2 Conference Semifinals: Teams TBA.
Friday
8 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives The Reunion. The ladies come together to hash out their differences.
9 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives A Liar’s Gonna Lie. Jackie plans a Ponderosa due to the current group conflict.
10 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Secrets, Lies and Private Eyes. Jackie’s past; Brooke’s news; Evelyn investigates an enemy.
6 p.m. ESPN NBA Countdown (L)
WCPX WNBA On ION Pregame Show (L)
6:30 p.m. ESPN Conference Semifinals: Teams TBA. (L)
WCPX WNBA Basketball Minnesota Lynx at Dallas Wings. From College Park Center in Arlington, Tex. (L)
8:30 p.m. WCPX WNBA On ION Game Break Show (L)
9 p.m. ESPN Conference Semifinals: Teams TBA. (L)
WCPX WNBA Basketball Los Angeles Sparks at Golden State Valkyries. From Chase Center in San Francisco. (L)
12 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Evelyn is dating again; Tami has surgery done.
1 a.m. ESPN2 Conference Semifinals: Teams TBA.
Saturday
11 p.m. ESPN2 Full Court Press Fearless.
12 a.m. ESPN2 Full Court Press The Moment. EXTREME
Sunday
7 a.m. ESPN2 Cornhole ACL Pro Signature #2. FOOTBALL
Sunday
1:30 p.m. ESPN2 Hey Rookie, Welcome to the NFL
2 p.m. ESPN United Football League St. Louis Battlehawks at Memphis Showboats. From Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis, Tenn. (L)
Monday
3 p.m. ESPN NFL Live (L)
4 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
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5:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show (L)
8 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
9 p.m. ESPN2 Hey Rookie, Welcome to the NFL
9:30 p.m. ESPN2 Hey Rookie, Welcome to the NFL
12:30 a.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
Tuesday
3 p.m. ESPN NFL Live (L)
6 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
9 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
9:30 p.m. WFLD 1st & North
1:30 a.m. WFLD 1st & North
Wednesday
3 p.m. ESPN NFL Live (L)
3:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
Thursday
3 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
5:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show (L)
6 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
9:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
12 a.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
12:30 a.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
Friday
5:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show (L)
7 p.m. WFLD WYZZ United Football League
Memphis Showboats at San Antonio Brahmas. From the Alamodome in San Antonio. (L)
9:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
12:30 a.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
Saturday
12 p.m. WFLD WYZZ United Football League (L)
6 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
12:30 a.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
BY ROBERTO JOZEF
Chicago Sky, Indiana Fever set for blockbuster season-opening matchup
Opening week of the 2025 WNBA season is off to a scorching start with another marquee matchup as Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever get set to face Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky, Saturday, May 17, at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The game broadcasts live on ABC, ESPN+ and Disney+.
The Sky enter their 20th season in the WNBA, with newly appointed head coach Tyler Marsh hoping to lead the team to new heights after former LSU star Reese made an impressive WNBA rookie debut last season. And, if this season wasn’t already exciting enough, the debut of Hailey Van Lith, the 11th overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, is sure to bring fans to their feet — which includes the highly anticipated LSU reunion between former teammates Reese and Van Lith.
For her career, Van Lith has averaged 15.2 points, 4.1 rebounds and 3.4 assists while shooting 42.2% from the field and 33.8% from threepoint range. With the two superstars teaming up once again, look for Van Lith to provide a serious boost to the Sky’s backcourt and overall style of play.
Meanwhile, Clark leads the Fever as she enters her sophomore season in the league on the heels of her historic 2024 rookie campaign. Clark wrapped up the 2024 season averaging 19.2 points, 5.7 rebounds and a league-leading 8.4 assists per game, with her stellar performance earning her the 2024 Rookie of the Year award and All-WNBA First Team honors — the first rookie to accomplish the feat since since Candace Parker in 2008. Clark also became the first WNBA rookie to record a triple-double.
Fans won’t want to miss this star-studded matchup as the rising Fever host the bolstered Sky, Saturday, May 17, broadcasting live from the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
GOLF
Sunday
12 p.m. WBBM WMBD LPGA Tour Golf Mizuho Americas Open, Final Round. From Liberty National Golf Club in Jersey City, N.J. (L)
2 p.m. WBBM WMBD PGA Tour Golf Truist Championship, Final Round. From The Philadelphia Cricket Club (Wissahickon Course) in Philadelphia. (L)
Thursday
11 a.m. ESPN 2025 PGA Championship First Round. From Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, N.C. (L)
Friday
11 a.m. ESPN 2025 PGA Championship Second Round. From Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, N.C. (L)
Saturday
9 a.m. ESPN 2025 PGA Championship Third Round. From Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, N.C. (L)
12 p.m. WBBM WMBD 2025 PGA Championship Third Round. From Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, N.C. (L) HOCKEY
Sunday
3 p.m. WPWR AHL Hockey
6 p.m. TBS NHL on TNT Face Off (L)
6:30 p.m. TBS Second Round: Teams TBA. (L) 9:30 p.m. TBS Second Round: Teams TBA. (L) 12:30 a.m. TBS NHL on TNT Postgame (L)
Monday
5:30 p.m. TNT NHL on TNT Face Off (L)
6 p.m. TNT Second Round: Teams TBA. (L)
9 p.m. TNT Second Round: Teams TBA. (L) 12 a.m. TNT NHL Post-Game on TNT (L)
Tuesday
5 p.m. ESPN2 The Point (L)
6:30 p.m. ESPN Second Round: Teams TBA. (L)
9 p.m. ESPN Second Round: Teams TBA. (L) 12:30 a.m. CHSN Every Shift
1 a.m. ESPN2 Second Round: Teams TBA.
Wednesday
5 p.m. ESPN2 The Point (L)
6 p.m. ESPN Second Round: Teams TBA. (L) 8:30 p.m. ESPN Second Round: Teams TBA. (L)
1 a.m. ESPN2 Second Round: Teams TBA.
Thursday
5:30 p.m. TNT NHL on TNT Face Off (L)
6 p.m. TNT Second Round: Teams TBA. (L) 9 p.m. TNT Second Round: Teams TBA. (L)
sportsquiz
Questions:
12 a.m. TNT NHL Post-Game on TNT (L)
Friday
5:30 p.m. TNT NHL on TNT Face Off (L)
6 p.m. TNT Second Round: Teams TBA. (L)
9 p.m. TNT NHL Post-Game on TNT
Saturday
4 p.m. ESPN Second Round: Teams TBA. (L)
7 p.m. WLS Second Round: Teams TBA. (L) WPWR AHL Hockey
1 a.m. ESPN2 Second Round: Teams TBA. HORSE RACING
Saturday
3 p.m. WEEK WMAQ 150th Preakness Stakes The 150th Preakness Stakes from Baltimore. (L) OUTDOORS
Saturday
7 a.m. APL Major League Fishing SOCCER
Sunday
6 a.m. USA Premier League Soccer Newcastle United vs. Chelsea. From St. James’ Park in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England. (L)
8:15 a.m. USA Premier League Soccer Nottingham Forest vs. Leicester City. From The City Ground in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England. (L)
9 a.m. ESPN Spanish Primera Division Soccer Barcelona vs. Real Madrid. From Camp Nou in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. (L)
10:30 a.m. WEEK WMAQ Premier League Soccer Liverpool vs. Arsenal. From Anfield in Liverpool, Merseyside, England. (L)
12 p.m. ESPN NWSL Soccer Bay FC at Kansas City Current. From CPKC Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. (L)
Tuesday
2 p.m. USA Premier League Soccer (L)
Wednesday
2 p.m. USA Premier League Soccer
Saturday
6:30 p.m. WCPX NWSL Soccer Utah Royals FC at Washington Spirit. From Audi Field in Washington, D.C. (L)
9 p.m. WCPX NWSL Soccer Angel City FC at Bay FC. From PayPal Park in San Jose, Calif. (L)
BY ALEX HENDRY
PGA Championship
1) The 2025 PGA Championship, the second major tournament of the golf season, will be held at Quail Hollow — but in what year did the course last host the event?
2) Tiger Woods won his third consecutive major at the 2000 PGA Championship when he defeated which golfer in a playoff?
3) Who is the only golfer in history to have scored a 63 in consecutive years at a major tournament?
4) What U.S. state has hosted the most PGA Championships since its creation in 1916?
5) Beginner’s luck! Who won the 2011 PGA Championship while playing in their first career major?
6) What is the name of the trophy given to the winner of the PGA Championship?
Answers:
BY JOSHUA AMY
Dead-end job: ‘Murderbot’ reluctantly joins Apple TV+’s workforce
At one point or another, pretty much everyone has wished they could be doing anything other than the job at hand, like tuning out a co-worker’s chatter to binge the latest series, for instance. Escapism is a hallmark of being stuck in a mundane workplace, an experience that should resonate with viewers of Apple TV+’s newest series, “Murderbot.” Based on the Hugo and Nebula award-winning series by author Martha Wells, “Murderbot” adapts the events of the first novella, “All Systems Red,” the series premieres Friday, May 16, on the streamer.
With a title like “Murderbot,” you’d be inclined to think this is an action-packed sci-fi thriller about a robot specifically designed for violence — and you’d be right, at least in part. While the titular character may be a purpose-built killing machine, it’s not just a robot: it’s a part-android, part-cloned human security construct. The SecUnit, played by Alexander Skarsgard (“True Blood”), is a walking insurance policy created by the megacorporations that control much of humanity’s spacefaring domain. SecUnits are required on any planetary expedition to protect the human team members and, more importantly, the company’s investment. Therefore, “Murderbot” is not just an action-packed sci-fi thriller, it’s also a twisted workplace comedy.
“Murderbot’s” SecUnit is unique, as it’s managed to hack its governor module, giving itself free will. Upon breaking its shackles, it does as any indentured killing machine would, names itself Murderbot and downloads thousands of hours of soap operas from the company media feeds. Although Murderbot is confused and an-
noyed by the messy “human-ness” of those in its charge, it’s good at its job — and needs to keep up appearances for survival. Behind the faceplate, however, it just wants to be left alone with its stories, though it inevitably must do its job.
The humans that Murderbot is assigned to protect are a planetary survey team led by Dr. Mensah (Noma Dumezweni, “Black Earth Rising”). Hailing from a system outside of the Corporation Rim, Mensah and her team struggle with the cutthroat profit motives of their employer, reluctantly agreeing to the terms of their contract — including the need for a SecUnit. The survey team — played by David Dastmalchian (“Late Night with the Devil,” 2023), Sabrina Wu (“Joy Ride,” 2023), Tattiawna Jones (“Orphan Black: Echoes”), Akshay Khanna (“The Doll Factory”) and Tamara Podemski (“Coroner”) — would rather forgo all corporate meddling but opt to simply ignore the SecUnit instead.
The indifference to its presence suits Murderbot just fine, since the humans’ interpersonal relationship drama is irrational, emotional and unpredictable. Hiding behind its mask, Murderbot would much rather engage emotionally through the safety of its obsessive binge of “The Rise and Fall of Sanctuary Moon.” The pulpy, overthe-top sci-fi soap opera exists as a showwithin-a-show that stars John Cho (“Star Trek,” 2009), Jack McBrayer (“30 Rock”), DeWanda Wise (“Three Women”) and Clark Gregg (“Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.”).
“Sanctuary Moon” serves as both escapism between saving the team from hostile threats and a sort of road map for Murderbot as it navigates how to interact with the humans post-rescue.
Despite Murderbot’s desire to be left alone, its evolving relationship with Mensah’s team is central to the story. In an interview with Vanity Fair, showrunner Chris Weitz describes this reluctant dynamic:
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“They’re not really cut out for this. Murderbot feels it has to keep them from dying. It’s not really because it necessarily cares about them at first. It has this thing of being good at its job in spite of everything.”
BY JAY BOBBIN
Elisabeth Moss
OF THE HANDMAID’S TALE ON HULU
Q: Now that “The Handmaid’s Tale” is wrapping up, what will Elisabeth Moss do next?
A: In one sense, she’s not going all that far. The winner of two Primetime Emmy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards and two Screen Actors Guild Awards will be staying in the “Handmaid’s Tale” universe for Hulu, though not as an actress. She’ll be an executive producer of “The Testaments,” a sequel series based on another novel by “The Handmaid’s Tale” author Margaret Atwood. Already in production, “The Testaments” will continue the saga of the Gilead regime 15 years later, with the daughter of Moss’s character June Osborne expected to be one of the major figures in the follow-up. Moss is no stranger to behind-the-scenes work, as she has proven in multiple ways during the run of “The Handmaid’s Tale” by directing a number of episodes (including the series finale, which will begin streaming on May 27) and also serving as an executive producer on that show.
Moss will also be a star and executive producer of “Imperfect Women,” an Apple TV+ series based on the novel by Araminta Hall. Kate Mara and Kerry Washington (who is another executive producer of the project) will also star.
Over the course of “The Handmaid’s Tale,” Moss has worked on both sides of the camera on other shows as well. In 2022, she was a star, executive producer and director of the Apple TV+ thriller series “Shining Girls.” Then in 2024, she was a star and executive producer of the FX on Hulu melodrama “The Veil.”
Having also appeared last year in the feature film “Shell,” Moss — who cemented her place as a TV regular as the youngest daughter of President Josiah Bartlet (Martin Sheen) on NBC’s “The West Wing” (1999-2006), then did iconic work as advertising-agency employee Peggy Olson on AMC’s “Mad Men” (2007-15) — surely has much more work ahead of her.
Alexander Skarsgard stars in “Murderbot”
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F <+++ Contagion ('11) Marion Cotillard. (:15) <++ The Meg ('18)Li Bingbing,Jason Statham (:45) <+++ War of the Worlds ('05) Dakota Fann ing, Tom Cruise <+++ Twister ('96) Bill Paxton, Helen Hunt.
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Th (7:00) <++ King Arthur ('04) Clive Owen. <+++ The Amazing Spider-Man ('12)Andrew Garfield. <++ King Arthur: Legend of the Sword ('17) (:45) <++ Now You See Me ('13)Jesse Eisenberg
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Below Deck Down Under BRAVO 7 p.m.
During the latest episode of this nautical reality series, the Katina makes a stop at the tropical islands next to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. In between the long hours of work, the crew marvels at the natural beauty of the islands.
MobLand PARSHO 7 p.m.
While in the Cotswolds, O’Hara (Lisa Dwan) calls out the obvious. Later, Maeve (Helen Mirren) changes her mind, annoying Conrad (Pierce Brosnan). Then, with time running out, Harry (Tom Hardy) makes an impact. And, Alice (Emily Barber) needs a favor.
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The Price Is Right at Night WBBM WMBD 7 p.m.
Come on down to the latest episode of this popular game show, which sees one contestant play the fan-favorite Shell Game for a chance to win up to $150,000 before another player attempts to win a Porsche electric vehicle in a game of Grid Lock.
American Idol WLS 7 p.m.
The stress reaches an all-time high as this singing competition moves ever closer to the finale. With only three spots left, the remaining contestants push themselves to impress judges Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood and Lionel Richie. Ryan Seacrest hosts.
Rock the Block HGTV 8 p.m.
The teams head downstairs to test their creativity and create kitchens and bonus spaces on the lower levels that will separate them from the pack. “Battle on the Mountain” star Kim Myles handles the difficult judging duties while Ty Pennington hosts.
The French Connection TCM 9 p.m.
As part of a night honoring the late Gene Hackman, this 1971 film starring Hackman as NYPD officer Jimmy Doyle airs. Along with partner Buddy Russo (Roy Scheider), Doyle investigates a drug cartel shipping heroin into the U.S. Other Hackman films follow.
('19) Luke Evans, Cillian Murphy,Sasha Luss. A woman unleashes her strength and skill to become one of the most feared assassins on the planet. (P)
Georgia Bureau of Investigations Special Agent Will Trent (Ramón Rodríguez) uses his unique talents of perspective to make a difference in people’s lives and solve cases with the help of ADA Marion Alba (Gina Rodriguez) and Dr. Seth McDale (Scott Foley). Red Bull Soapbox Race DISC 8 p.m.
During this latest episode, hosts Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Mike Bagley share highlights from Des Moines’ first-ever soapbox race. Alongside 25,000 fans, viewers get to witness all the thrilling twists and turns of this 295-yeard course.
Cutthroat Kitchen: Knives Out FOOD 8 p.m.
The knives are out in this Season 16 premiere. Since culinary prowess will not be enough to make the grade, a little sabotage might be the secret sauce. Starting with $25,000, the chefs can use the money to help themselves or hurt others.
Alert: Missing Persons Unit WFLD WYZZ 8 p.m.
Scott Caan, Dania Ramirez, Ryan Broussard and Alisha-Marie Ahamed star in this police procedural that follows the Philadelphia PD’s Missing Persons Unit as they investigate heart-pounding missing persons’ cases from start to finish.
Joan Rivers: A Dead Funny All-Star Tribute WEEK WMAQ 9 p.m.
Legendary comedian Joan Rivers’ wit, wisdom, style and sarcasm is celebrated in this special featuring such stars as Chelsea Handler, Rita Wilson, Nikki Glaser, Aubrey Plaza, Melissa Rivers, Joel McHale, Rachel Brosnahan, Jeffrey Ross and more.
Pati Jinich Explores PanAmericana WTTW 9 p.m.
During this season finale, Pati Jinich travels through the Canadian province of Alberta, where she experiences the province’s cowboy culture before learning how immigrant communities in the “Texas of Canada” are reshaping the country’s identity.
PanAmericana”
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1. Bowler and dicer
5. Midyear Grand Canyon setting: Abbr.
8. Back from boating?
11. Big name in tennis
12. Job listing letters
13. Potatoes, on Indian menus
14. Caught in the act
15. Collins or Langdon on “The Pitt,” e.g.
17. Elisabeth Moss’s series, with “The”
19. Coral reef
20. “Westward ___”
21. Scorpion secretion
23. Saudi nationals
27. Barnyard cackler
28. Singer ___ Lipa
29. Spacecraft’s data-gathering maneuver
32. Cliburn’s instrument
34. Certain Caltech alum: Abbr.
35. Genre for Benny and Artie
37. Urkel’s TV series
43. Christiane of CNN
44. Race length, for short
45. Chinese dynasty
46. College sr.’s test
47. Java Freeze maker
48. Pronoun for every other hurricane
49. Contingencies
50. Little feller
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2. Between ports
3. Fran Drescher sitcom
4. Mailing label phrase
5. Mercury
6. The Phantom’s “best friend”
7. “Sweeney ___”
8. Province of Canada: Abbr.
9. Trick
10. Floored it
13. Stage performer
16. Workers’ protection org.
18. Pop’s companion
21. TV channels 2 to 13
22. Sinuous swimmer
24. Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce on “Mad Men,” e.g.
25. Tight do
26. __ Paulo
30. Existence
31. Sharp sound of discomfort
32. Theater area
33. Rapt
35. Blue toon
36. Things to sell
37. Thomas Waller’s nickname
38. Eastern nurse
39. Horse head feature
40. Picnic basket stealing bear
41. Smell really bad
42. __-Ball
Q: I love Kristen Wiig’s comedy, but I’m curious: has she done any other type of work? Horror or drama, maybe? Does she have any on the horizon?
A: Former “Saturday Night Live” star Kristen Wiig has in fact branched out — far out, in some cases — from comedy in the past. But her current pile of future projects is all laughs.
As with so many “SNL” standouts, Wiig soon transitioned to films. In fact, she started even before she officially left the cast in 2012 (I say “officially” because she’s popped in on “SNL” numerous times since).
And though the majority of Wiig’s films have been comedies — most notably she starred in, co-produced and wrote the 2011 surprise hit “Bridesmaids” — she actually started stretching her dramatic legs early on. Wiig first tested that range in the 2010 crime drama “All Good Things,” in a supporting role but most definitely a dramatic one. And she continued from there, sprinkling in weightier material amid the comedic stuff. For example, she appeared in the sci-fi drama “The Martian” (2015) and the deeply weird psychological thriller “Mother!” (2017). She’s even done a superhero movie, playing the villain, Cheetah, in “Wonder Woman 1984” (2020).
But Wiig remains, first and foremost, an in-demand comedy star. You can see this in the six projects she has in development — all comedies. Two of those are already in post-production: the animated film “Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie,” slated for release in September, and the romantic comedy “Epiphany,” although the release date has yet to be announced.
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The First 48 Presents Critical Minutes A&E 7 p.m.
Hosted by former “First 48” detectives, this spinoff takes a look back at the most unforgettable moments in series’ history, grouping them into categories like “Caught on Camera,” “Fatal Friendships, “Miraculous Survivors” and more. Law & Order WEEK WMAQ 7 p.m.
The NYPD and District Attorney’s Office work together to investigate crimes and bring justice to victims and the guilty in this legendary crime procedural from producer Dick Wolf. Hugh Dancy, Tony Goldwyn, Maura Tierney, Mehcad Brooks and Reid Scott star.
Next Level Chef WFLD WYZZ 7 p.m.
Things aren’t getting any easier for the contestants as chefs Gordon Ramsay, Nyesha Arrington and Richard Blais attempt to help talented young chefs reach their potential in this season finale. Through challenging gauntlets, a winner is chosen.
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage WBBM WMBD 7:30 p.m.
Things get tense when Georgie (Montana Jordan) discovers the truth about Mandy’s (Emily Osment) boss in this Season 1 finale. Nevertheless, Georgie does all he can to buy the tire store for the family before Jim (Will Sasso) sells it to someone else.
Welcome to Wrexham FX 8 p.m.
Season 4 of this sports docuseries finds actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney still navigating the ups and downs of running Wrexham A.F.C. After two back-to-back promotions, the pressure is on as the team takes on the EFL’s League One.
100-Foot Wave
HBO 8 p.m.
Big-wave pioneer Garrett McNamara’s quest to ride a 100-foot wave continues during this new episode, as he, Nicole, Cotty, Justine, Chumbo and Nic take an overnight boat to Cortes Bank, a legendarily unusual surf spot 100 miles off the coast of San Diego.
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Nyesha Arrington features in “Next Level Chef”
Gold Rush: White Water DISC 7 p.m.
While the white water is unforgiving, the payout is just too great to look away as miner Dustin Hurt and his team dive deep into the rushing backwaters of Alaska’s McKinley Creek, hoping to dredge millions worth of gold while avoiding deadly accidents.
Shark Tank WLS 7 p.m.
Got a business idea? Hop in, the water’s fine. This series follows as budding entrepreneurs are given the chance to make their dreams come true by presenting their ideas to seven titans of industry in hopes of securing a potential partnership.
Hard Truths
PARSHO 8 p.m.
Pansy Deacon (Marianne Jean-Baptiste) is constantly angry and depressed with her life to the point that she lashes out at family and strangers. Pansy’s constant hostility isolates her from everyone — except her cheerful sister Chantelle (Michele Austin).
Dateline NBC WMAQ 8 p.m.
In a brand-new episode of NBC’s long-running newsmagazine, NBC’s crew of expert investigative reporters take a look at the most compelling stories across America, including breaking news and engrossing mysteries. Lester Holt hosts.
Real Time With Bill Maher HBO 9 p.m.
Comedian Bill Maher finds himself all over the political spectrum as he hosts a panel of guests from across the aisle for a deep dive into current events. Maher also offers his own unique perspective on the world around us and the challenges we face.
S.W.A.T.
WBBM WMBD 9 p.m.
This two-hour series finale finds Hondo (Shemar Moore) and the 20-Squad facing a ghost from his past in a terrifying race through the streets of Los Angeles. Then, Russian mercenaries terrorize the city, holding it hostage and attacking the team.
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Alie n "Harry, a Parent"
Alie n (N) (:10) 9-1-1 "What's Your Fantasy?"
36 139 247 TBS Big Bang Big Bang <+++ Avengers: Infinity War ('18) Chris Hemsworth, Josh Brolin, Robert Downey Jr. <+++ Dune ('21) Rebecca Ferguson,Oscar Isaac, Timothée Chalamet.
37 180 311 FREE (5:00) <++ The Princess Diarie s ('01) Anne Hathaway, Héctor Elizondo, Julie Andrews. <++ The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement ('04)Julie Andrews, Héctor Elizondo, Anne Hathaway. A young princess (Anne Hathaway) must marry or give up the throne. The 700 Club Boy Meets Worl dBoy Meets World "It's About Time"
38 170 299 NICK (5:00) < SpongeBob Movie: Sponge O
Mark Cuban features in “Shark Tank”
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Below Deck "New Kids on the Dock" Below Deck Below Deck "Insult to Injury" Below Deck "Man Overboard"
33 122 244 SYFY (7:00) <++ Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald ('18) Eddie Redmayne <+++ Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone ('01) Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe. <+++ Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secret s ('02) Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe.
< Harry Potter & the Prisoner of Azkaban
34 107 249 COM Parks The Office The Office The Office The Office The Office The Office The Office <++ Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby ('06) John C. Reilly,Sacha Baron Cohen, Will Ferrell. <+++ The Other Guys ('10) Mark Wahlberg, Eva Mendes,Will Ferrell. < Talladega Nights: Ballad of Ricky Bobby
35 105 242 USA (7:00) <+++ The Matrix ('99) Laurence Fishburne, Keanu Reeves <+++ The Matrix Reloaded ('03) Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, Keanu Reeves <++ The Matrix Revolutions ('03) Laurence Fishburne, CarrieAnne Moss,Keanu Reeves <+++ The Matrix ('99) Laurence Fishbur ne, Carrie-Anne Moss ,Keanu Reeves
36 139 247 TBS Modern Family Modern Family Modern Family Friends Friends Friends Friends Friends <+++ The Suicide Squad ('21) Idris Elba, John Cena, Margot Robbie. (:45) <++ Justice League ('17) Henry Cavill, Gal Gadot, Ben Affleck Big Bang Big Bang
37 180 311 FREE <+++ 21 Jump Street ('12) Channing
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38 170 299 NICK The Smurfs Super Duper (N) Zokie (N) <+++ The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water ('15) Tom Kenny <+++ The Croods: A New Age ('20) Voices of Emma Stone, Nicolas Cage. (:45) <++ Hotel Transylvania 2 ('15) Voices of Andy Samberg,Adam Sandler. (:45) <++ Space Jam ('96) Wayne
(6:00) <++ The Upside ('19) <++ Beast ('22) Sharlto Copley, Iyana Halley, Idris Elba. (P) <+++ John Wick ('14) Michael Nyqvist, Alfie Allen, Keanu Reeves <+++ John Wick: Chapter 2 ('17) Common, Laurence Fishburne, Keanu Reeves <+++ John Wick: Chapter 3 -- Parabellum ('19) Halle Berry,Ian McShane, Keanu Reeves
NCIS: New Orleans "Pound of Flesh" NCIS: New Orleans "Sheepdogs"
New Orleans "Close to Home"
White House Down ('13) Jamie Foxx,Maggie
Channing Tatum (:45) <+++ Doctor Strange ('16) Chiwetel Ejiofor, Rachel McAdams, Benedict Cumberbatch. (:15) <+++ Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 ('17) Zoe Saldaña, Chris Pratt.
Cole, Denise Gossett, Meghan Carrasquillo.
Bobbitt ('20)
Tatum, Brie Larson, Jonah Hill.
Jump Street ('14) Channing Tatum, Peter Stormare, Jonah Hill.
Perfect ('12) Skylar Astin, Rebel Wilson, Anna Kendrick (:35) <++ Pitch Perfect 2 ('15)Rebel Wilson, Hailee Steinfeld, Anna Kendrick
Knight, Theresa Randle, (:45) SpongeB
trivia quiz
BY STAFF WRITERS
Mother-daughter bonds
Questions:
1) In “Gilmore Girls,” Lorelai (Lauren Graham) was named after her grandmother — who was Rory (Alexis Bledel) named after?
2) True or false: Estelle Getty was younger than her “Golden Girls” co-star/on-screen daughter, Bea Arthur. 3) Name Kate Bradley’s (Bea Benaderet) three daughters in “Petticoat Junction.”
4) In “Sister, Sister,” which twin has the same last name as adopted mom Lisa Landry Sims (Jackee Harry)?
5) Which Emmy-winning series is centered on a mother-daughter duo in recovery?
6) What is the name of Florida Evans’ (Esther Rolle) only daughter in “Good Times”?
7) True or false: The mother of “Family Ties” actress Meredith Baxter was the writer/co-creator of the ‘70s sitcom “One Day at a Time.”
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“Nine Perfect Strangers” - Season 2 (Hulu — May 21, Season Premiere)
Nine new strangers connected in ways they could never imagine are invited by mysterious guru Masha Dmitrichenko (Nicole Kidman) to join a transformational wellness retreat in the Austrian Alps. Over the course of a week, she takes them to the brink. Will they make it? Will she? Masha is willing to try anything in the interest of healing everyone involved, including herself.
“Sirens” (Netflix — May 22, Limited Series Premiere)
Set over Labor Day weekend, this new limited comedy series follows Devon (Meghann Fahy), who thinks her sister Simone (Milly Alcock) has a really creepy relationship with her new boss, the enigmatic socialite Michaela Kell (Julianne Moore). Michaela’s cult-ish life of luxury is like a drug to Simone, and Devon has decided it’s time for an intervention, but she has no idea what a formidable opponent Michaela will be. Kevin Bacon, Glenn Howerton, Felix Solis, Bill Camp and Josh Segarra also star.
Alexis Bledel and Lauren Graham in “Gilmore Girls”
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2025 PGA Championship
WBBM WMBD 12 p.m.
Third round coverage of the 2025 PGA Championship from Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, N.C, airs today. Last year, Xander Schauffele outlasted Bryson DeChambeau to claim more than $3 million in winnings. Jim Nantz anchors alongside Trevor Immelman.
Vacation House Rules
HGTV 7 p.m.
Each episode of this home renovation series follows real estate expert and contractor Scott McGillivray as he helps homeowners unlock their vacation property’s hidden potential by offering tips and tricks on how to optimize the space they have.
I Was Honey Boo Boo LIFE 7 p.m.
Alana Thompson, aka child star Honey Boo Boo, narrates this biopic of her life that delves into the “Toddlers & Tiaras” alum’s early life, where she dealt with constant criticism and family issues under the roof of Mama June. Vale Cooper stars.
The Real Murders of Atlanta OXYGEN 7 p.m.
Season 3 of this true crime series continues with a look into the execution of a young mother at her parents’ suburban Atlanta estate. When investigators dig into case, they discover a bitter feud between two of Georgia’s most dominant tycoons.
Say Yes to the Dress with Tan France TLC 8 p.m.
Former “Queer Eye” host Tan France has his hands full during this latest episode, as he must please not one but two brides during the same appointment. Later on, Tan has an appointment with the vintage-loving Charlotte, who’s a little hard to please.
Saturday Night Live WEEK WMAQ 9 p.m.
Five decades in, this hilarious and award-winning ensemble cast, including Chloe Fineman, Bowen Yang, Mikey Day and Marcello Hernandez, perform comedy sketches, satirical news and digital shorts, alongside a celebrity host and popular musical acts.
Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe. <+++ Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire ('05) Rupert Grint, Emma Wat son, Daniel Radcliffe. Harry's friends help him prepare for a tournament with Europe's best student wizards < Harry Potter & the Order of the
34 107 249 COM (5:00) < Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Rick y Bobby <+++ The Other Guys ('10) Mark Wahlberg,Eva Mendes, Will Ferrell. Family Guy Family Guy Family Guy Family Guy
35 105 242 USA (4:00) <+++ The Matrix ('99) <+++ The Matrix Reloaded ('03) Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss,Keanu Reeves <++ The Matrix Revolutions ('03) Laurence Fishburne, Keanu Reeves
36 139 247 TBS Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang <++ Justice League ('17) Henry Cavill, Gal Gadot, Ben Affleck
37 180 311 FREE (:15) <++ Pitch Perfect 3 ('17) Hailee Steinfeld, Rebel Wilson, Anna Kendrick. The Barden Bellas reunite for an overseas musical USO tour. (:20) <+++ Grease ('78) Olivia Newton- John, Stockard Channing, John Travolta. 1950s good girl (Olivia NewtonJohn) and greaser (John Travolta) tr y to be like each ot her. <+ 10 Things I Hate About You
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('25) John Clarence Stewart, Holly Robinson Peete, Ginna Claire Mason. Stella designs hats, and meets Christian who's training.
Golden Girls
Marcello Hernández in “Saturday Night Live”
Celebrate the life of an Emmy-winning talk show host, Grammy-winning performer, Tony-nominated actress and bestselling author during the once-in-a-lifetime “Joan Rivers: A Dead Funny All-Star Tribute,” airing Tuesday, May 13, on NBC — and on Peacock the following day, Wednesday, May 14, with an extended, uncensored version of the special feature.
In 1960, Joan Rivers (“Fashion Police”) rose to fame following her television debut on “The Ed Sullivan Show.” Her unique sense of humor propelled her forward, landing her nearly 200 appearances on NBC’s “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson,” and later earning her a role as E! Network’s feisty fashion consultant, where she coined the still-used phrase “Who are you wearing?” that is now uttered at every red carpet event Hollywood has to offer.
BY CAROLINE COLLACUTT
(“Chelsea Lately”), Neil Patrick Harris (“How I Met Your Mother”), Bill Maher (“Politically Incorrect”), Howie Mandel (“Deal or No Deal”), Joel McHale (“Community”), Tracy Morgan (“30 Rock”), Patton Oswalt (“A.P. Bio”), Aubrey Plaza (“Parks and Recreation”), Sarah Silverman (“The Sarah Silverman Program”), Jean Smart (“Hacks”), Rita Wilson (“Sleepless in Seattle,” 1993) and Rivers’ own daughter, Melissa Rivers (“Joan & Melissa: Joan Knows Best?”).
In a letter to her daughter, Rivers wrote: “Given that I’m dead, I assume someone will finally decide to honor me. Well, it’s about time.”
That time is now. Over the course of an hour, this special will see today’s biggest comedians paying homage to Rivers’ impressive career and razor-sharp humor, as it has been a decade since her 2015 death. Together, a group of stellar comedians revisit Rivers’ long-laughed-at jokes, adding their own personal spin as they reflect on the current cultural landscape.
Guests for the night include Rachel Brosnahan (“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”), Margaret Cho (“All-American Girl”), Nikki Glaser (“Trainwreck,” 2015), Tiffany Haddish (“Girls Trip,” 2017), Chelsea Handler
“This tribute is everything my mother would have wanted,” promises Melissa. “[Hilarious], unfiltered and filled with people she respected (and roasted). And as usual, she was still the funniest person in the room. It’s incredibly moving to see so many iconic comedians come together to celebrate her legacy, especially the women whose careers she helped make possible by breaking down so many doors. I know she’d be thrilled to see how far things have come, and she’d still have notes.”
“Joan Rivers: A Dead Funny All-Star Tribute,” airs Tuesday, May 13, on NBC, with more to come on Peacock the following day.
Joan Rivers is honored in “Joan Rivers: A Dead Funny All-Star Tribute”
movies of the week
21 Jump Street +++ (2012, Comedy) Jonah Hill, Channing Tatum. VH1 Fri. 6 p.m.
Black Panther +++ (2018, Action) Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan. FX Sat. 6 p.m.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever +++ (2022, Action) Letitia Wright, Angela Bassett. FX Sat. 9 p.m. C
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory +++ (2005, Children) Johnny Depp, Freddie Highmore. FREEFRM Tue. 7:25 p.m.
Color Purple, The +++ (1985, Drama) Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover. BET Sun. 7 p.m.
Curse of Frankenstein, The +++ (1957, Horror) Peter Cushing, Christopher Lee. TCM Sat. 9 p.m.
Downton Abbey: A New Era +++ (2022, Drama) Hugh Bonneville, Jim Carter. BRAVO Fri. 11 p.m. Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who! +++ (2008, Animated) Voices of Jim Carrey, Steve Carell. DISN Fri. 4:25 p.m.
