September 14 - 20, 2025
Olson in “High Potential”
“High Potential” premieres its second season Tuesday, Sept. 16, on ABC, with new episodes arriving the next day on Hulu.
Kaitlin
sports this week
AUTO RACING
Saturday
6:55 a.m. ESPN2 Formula 1 Racing Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Qualifying. From Baku City Circuit in Baku, Azerbaijan. (L)
BASEBALL
Sunday
9 a.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at Cleveland Guardians. From Progressive Field in Cleveland.
12 p.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
12:30 p.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at Cleveland Guardians. From Progressive Field in Cleveland. (L)
3:30 p.m. CHSN White Sox Postgame Live (L)
5 p.m. ESPN2 Baseball Tonight: Sunday Night Countdown (L)
6 p.m. ESPN New York Yankees at Boston Red Sox. From Fenway Park in Boston. (L)
CHSN Chicago White Sox at Cleveland Guardians. From Progressive Field in Cleveland.
10:30 p.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at Cleveland Guardians. From Progressive Field in Cleveland.
Monday
10 a.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at Cleveland Guardians. From Progressive Field in Cleveland.
1 p.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at Cleveland Guardians. From Progressive Field in Cleveland.
6 p.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
6:30 p.m. CHSN Baltimore Orioles 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 Baltimore Orioles at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
Tuesday
10 a.m. CHSN Baltimore Orioles at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
1 p.m. CHSN Baltimore Orioles at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
5:30 p.m. TBS MLB on TBS: Leadoff (L)
6 p.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
TBS San Diego Padres at New York Mets. From Citi Field in Flushing, N.Y. (L)
6:30 p.m. CHSN Baltimore Orioles at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago. (L)
9 p.m. TBS Philadelphia Phillies at Los Angeles Dodgers. From Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. (L)
9:30 p.m. CHSN White Sox Postgame Live (L)
11 p.m. CHSN Baltimore Orioles at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
12 a.m. TBS MLB on TBS: Closer (L)
Wednesday
10 a.m. CHSN Baltimore Orioles at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
12:30 p.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
1 p.m. CHSN Baltimore Orioles at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago. (L)
4 p.m. CHSN White Sox Postgame Live (L)
6 p.m. ESPN2 MLB Squeeze Play
7 p.m. CHSN Baltimore Orioles at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
11 p.m. CHSN Baltimore Orioles at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
Thursday
10 a.m. CHSN Baltimore Orioles at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
1 p.m. CHSN Baltimore Orioles at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
5:30 p.m. WFLD WYZZ MLB on FOX Pregame (L)
6 p.m. CHSN Minor League Baseball Durham Bulls at Charlotte Knights. From Truist Field in Charlotte, N.C. (L) WFLD WYZZ MLB Baseball (L)
11 p.m. CHSN Minor League Baseball
Durham Bulls at Charlotte Knights. From Truist Field in Charlotte, N.C.
Friday
10 a.m. CHSN Minor League Baseball Durham Bulls at Charlotte Knights. From Truist Field in Charlotte, N.C.
1 p.m. CHSN Minor League Baseball Durham Bulls at Charlotte Knights. From Truist Field in Charlotte, N.C.
6 p.m. CHSN WCIU White Sox Countdown Live (L)
6:30 p.m. CHSN WCIU San Diego Padres 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 San Diego Padres at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
Saturday
11 a.m. CHSN San Diego Padres at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
5:30 p.m. CHSN White Sox Countdown Live (L)
6 p.m. CHSN Chicago White Sox at San Diego Padres. From PETCO Park in San Diego. (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 San Diego Padres at Chicago White Sox. From Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.
BASKETBALL
Sunday
12 p.m. ESPN WNBA Basketball Playoffs: Teams TBA. (L)
1:30 p.m. WLS WNBA Countdown (L)
2 p.m. WLS WNBA Basketball Playoffs: Teams TBA. (L)
4 p.m. ESPN WNBA Basketball Playoffs: Teams TBA. (L)
9 p.m. ESPN WNBA Basketball Playoffs: Teams TBA. (L)
Monday
2 p.m. ESPN2 NBA Today (L)
Tuesday
2 p.m. ESPN NBA Today (L)
3 p.m. ESPN2 NBA Today
6 p.m. ESPN WNBA Countdown (L)
6:30 p.m. ESPN WNBA Basketball Playoffs: Teams TBA. (L)
8:30 p.m. ESPN WNBA Basketball Playoffs: Teams TBA. (L)
12 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Malaysia and Jackie come face to face; OG opens up.
1 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Malaysia and Jackie try to compromise; Nia has some gossip.
Wednesday
2 p.m. ESPN NBA Today (L)
3 p.m. ESPN2 NBA Today
6 p.m. ESPN WNBA Countdown (L)
6:30 p.m. ESPN WNBA Basketball Playoffs: Teams TBA. (L)
7 p.m. BET Basketball Wives We’re Done Talking. The ladies navigate the fallout of the altercation in Vegas.
8:30 p.m. ESPN WNBA Basketball Playoffs: Teams TBA. (L)
12 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives A conversation with OG leaves the group wondering.
1 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives The ladies reflect on the highs and lows of the the trip.
Thursday
2 p.m. ESPN NBA Today (L)
3 p.m. ESPN2 NBA Today
6 p.m. ESPN2 WNBA Countdown (L)
6:30 p.m. ESPN2 WNBA Basketball Playoffs: Teams TBA. (L)
8:30 p.m. ESPN2 WNBA Basketball Playoffs: Teams TBA. (L)
Friday
2 p.m. ESPN NBA Today (L)
3 p.m. ESPN2 NBA Today
6 p.m. ESPN2 WNBA Countdown (L)
6:30 p.m. ESPN2 WNBA Basketball Playoffs: Teams TBA. (L)
8:30 p.m. ESPN2 WNBA Basketball Playoffs: Teams TBA. (L)
12 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Tensions threaten to derail an extravagant wedding.
1 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Brooke hosts a fabulous party for her birthday.
Saturday
12 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Tensions escalate when Duffey hosts a matchmaking event.
1 a.m. VH1 Basketball Wives Angel throws a gender reveal party; Jen opens up to love.
EXTREME
Sunday
11 p.m. ESPN2 X Games Salt Lake City 2025 Top 10 Countdown.
FOOTBALL
Sunday
6 a.m. ESPN2 College Football Final
9 a.m. ESPN Sunday NFL Countdown (L) ESPN2 Fantasy Football Now (L)
10 a.m. WFLD WYZZ FOX NFL Sunday (L)
10:30 a.m. WMBD Green & Gold Game Day Live (L)
11:30 a.m. CHSN Pro Football Weekly
12 p.m. WFLD WYZZ Chicago Bears at Detroit Lions. From Ford Field in Detroit. (L)
WMBD NFL Football (L)
3 p.m. WBBM Denver Broncos at Indianapolis Colts. From Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (L)
3:25 p.m. WFLD WYZZ Philadelphia Eagles at Kansas City Chiefs. From GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. (L)
4 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Final
6 p.m. WEEK WMAQ Football Night in America (L)
6:30 p.m. WFLD WYZZ The OT (L)
7:15 p.m. WEEK WMAQ Atlanta Falcons at Minnesota Vikings. From U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. (L)
1 a.m. ESPN2 Pittsburgh at West Virginia.
Monday
2 p.m. ESPN NFL Live (L)
3:30 p.m. ESPN2 This Is Football
4 p.m. ESPN Monday Night Countdown (L)
5 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show (L)
6 p.m. ESPN WLS Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Houston Texans. From NRG Stadium in Houston. (L)
9 p.m. ESPN Los Angeles Chargers at Las Vegas Raiders. From Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. (L)
10 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
12 a.m. ESPN Monday Night Postgame (L)
1:30 a.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
Tuesday
12:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
1 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Live (L)
1:30 p.m. ESPN2 Always College Football
3 p.m. ESPN NFL Live (L)
3:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
sports this week
4 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
5 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Live
CHSN The Big Pro Football Show (L)
9 p.m. ESPN2 NFL’s Greatest Games 2024 Divisional Round: Rams at Eagles.
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
12 a.m. ESPN2 College Football Live
12:30 a.m. WFLD 1st & North
1:30 a.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
Wednesday
1 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Live (L)
3 p.m. ESPN NFL Live (L)
4 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
5:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show (L)
9:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
12 a.m. ESPN2 College Football Live
1:30 a.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
Thursday
12:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
1 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Live
3 p.m. ESPN NFL Live (L)
3:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
4 p.m. ESPN2 NFL Live
playerprofile
5 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show (L)
6 p.m. ESPN College Football Countdown (L)
6:30 p.m. ESPN Rice at Charlotte. From Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. (L)
9:30 p.m. CHSN Pro Football Weekly
10 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
12 a.m. ESPN2 College Football Live
1:30 a.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
Friday
12:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
1 p.m. ESPN2 Fantasy Focus Field Yates hosts ESPN’s top Fantasy Football experts.
3 p.m. ESPN NFL Live (L)
3:30 p.m. CHSN Pro Football Weekly
4 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Live
5 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show (L)
6 p.m. ESPN Tulsa at Oklahoma State. From Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Okla. (L)
7 p.m. WFLD WYZZ Iowa at Rutgers. From SHI Stadium in Piscataway, N.J. (L)
9 p.m. ESPN College Football Scoreboard (L)
9:30 p.m. ESPN High School Football Teams TBA. (L)
BY ROBERTO JOZEF
Thorns, Wave collide in NWSL playoff push
The playoff picture in the National Women’s Soccer League continues to tighten, and Saturday’s matchup between the Portland Thorns and the San Diego Wave at Providence Park in Portland, Ore., promises to be one of the league’s best late-season matchups. Kickoff is set for Saturday, Sept. 20, with the game airing live on ESPN.
In a game that could have potential playoff implications, the San Diego Wave arrive in strong form, holding 29 points (8-5-4) and boasting a plus-nine goal differential for third place in the league as of press time. The Wave have become one of the more balanced teams this season, combining a strong defensive presence and a front line capable of capitalizing on big moments.
A key contributor to San Diego’s success this year has been French forward Delphine Cascarino, who has had an immediate impact in her first full NWSL season. Starting in all her 17 games, Cascarino has put up an impressive three goals and leads all NWSL players with five assists. Her ability to create scoring opportunities and stretch defenses with her elite passing will
10 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
12:30 a.m. ESPN2 NFL Live 1:30 a.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
Saturday
8 a.m. ESPN College GameDay (L)
9 a.m. CHSN Pro Football Weekly
WFLD WYZZ Big Noon Kickoff (L)
11 a.m. ESPN ESPN2 WEEK WFLD WLS WMAQ WYZZ Teams TBA. (L)
1:30 p.m. CHSN Pro Football Weekly
2 p.m. ESPN ESPN2 College Football Scoreboard (L)
WBBM WMBD College Football Today (L)
WLS College Football Studio (L)
2:30 p.m. ESPN WFLD WLS WYZZ Teams TBA. (L)
WBBM WMBD Michigan at Nebraska. From Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Neb. (L)
WEEK WMAQ Purdue at Notre Dame. From Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, Ind. (L)
3 p.m. ESPN2 Teams TBA. (L)
3:30 p.m. CHSN The Big Pro Football Show
5:30 p.m. ESPN College Football Scoreboard (L)
WLS College Football Studio (L)
6 p.m. ESPN Teams TBA. (L) ESPN2 College Football Scoreboard (L)
WBBM WMBD CBS College Football Postgame Show (L)
WEEK WMAQ Big Ten Countdown (L)
WFLD WYZZ FOX College Football Extra (L)
WLS College Football Studio (L)
be just some of the things the Wave will want to maximize on heading into playoffs.
Meanwhile, Portland enters the contest holding 26 points (7-5-5) with a plus-six goal differential for fifth place at press time. Throughout the season, the Thorns have remained consistent on the defensive end (19 goals against), but with the team struggling to generate enough offense, the Thorns may be in for a long night if they can’t find an offensive spark.
With only a handful of games remaining and post-season stakes quickly rising, Saturday’s encounter has all the makings of a blockbuster matchup when it airs live on ESPN.
9:15 p.m. ESPN Teams TBA. (L)
10 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Scoreboard (L)
WFLD WYZZ Teams TBA. (L)
11 p.m. ESPN2 College Football Final
12 a.m. ESPN2 College Football Final
12:30 a.m. CHSN Pro Football Weekly
1 a.m. ESPN2 College Football Final
2 a.m. ESPN College Football Final HOCKEY
Sunday
3 p.m. WPWR AHL Hockey
Saturday
7 p.m. WPWR AHL Hockey MOTORCYCLE RACING
Sunday
11 a.m. WEEK WMAQ Pro Motocross Championship SMX Playoff 2. From The Dome at America’s Center in Saint Louis, Mo. (L)
SOCCER
Sunday
8 a.m. USA Premier League Burnley vs. Liverpool. From Turf Moor in Burnley, Lancashire, England. (L)
Saturday
6:30 a.m. USA Premier League Soccer Liverpool vs. Everton. From Anfield in Liverpool, Merseyside, England. (L)
9 a.m. USA Premier League Soccer West Ham United vs. Crystal Palace. From London Stadium in London. (L)
11:30 a.m. USA Premier League Soccer Manchester United vs. Chelsea. From Old Trafford in Trafford, Greater Manchester, England. (L)
6:30 p.m. WBBM WMBD Washington at Washington State. From Gesa Field at Martin Stadium in Pullman, Wash. (L) WEEK WFLD WLS WMAQ WYZZ Teams TBA. (L)
7 p.m. ESPN2 Teams TBA. (L)
9 p.m. ESPN College Football Scoreboard (L)
sportsquiz
2 p.m. USA Premier League Soccer Fulham vs. Brentford. From Craven Cottage in London. (L)
6:30 p.m. WCPX NWSL Soccer Seattle Reign FC at Kansas City Current. From CPKC Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. (L)
9 p.m. WCPX NWSL Soccer San Diego Wave FC at Portland Thorns FC. From Providence Park in Portland, Ore. (L)
BY ALEX HENDRY
College Football Rivalry Trophies
Questions:
1) Which two highly decorated college football teams play annually for a trophy known as the “Jeweled Shillelagh?”
2) The winner of the Minnesota-Iowa game receives a bronzed trophy of a farm animal known as the “Floyd of Rosedale.” What animal is Floyd?
3) Which three football programs compete against each other in an exclusive rivalry for the “Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy?”
4) The oldest trophy in FBS college football history belongs to the winner of Michigan vs. Minnesota game. First awarded in 1892, what is the name of this trophy?
5) First awarded in 1925, the “Old Oaken Bucket” is awarded to the winning school in which in-state rivalry?
6) What is the unique nickname given to the rivalry game between the Georgia Bulldogs and Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets?
Answers:
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BY DANA SIMPSON
Back at the board: Olson, cast return for second season of ‘High Potential’
Growing up, many of us heard about our potential. Whether from parents, teachers, siblings, friends or employers, the concept that one’s potential was something to be lived up to was — and continues to be — culturally pervasive despite the problematic ideals and near-impossible standards it so often sets. That said, there is very little in this world more frustrating than seeing one’s potential go unfulfilled.
This cultural expectation is the foundation for the ABC series “High Potential,” which premieres its second season Tuesday, Sept. 16, on the cable network. Landing on Hulu the following day, the series stars Kaitlin Olson (“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia”) as Morgan Gillory, a single mom and diagnosed “high-potential intellectual” who lands a promotion from nighttime cleaning lady to LAPD consultant after providing a string of insights that helped the Major Crimes Unit solve a particularly complex case.
Following the two-part Season 1 finale in which Morgan and the team used their knowledge of puzzles, games and codes to track down a serial kidnapper known only as the Game Master (David Giuntoli, “A Million Little Things”), fans have been looking forward to a second season of the hour-long procedural comedy (45-minute episodes if streaming) since this past February. And while, in a world where it could be years between streaming seasons, the fact that “High Potential” has such a dedicated following is a testament to its writing, acting and direction.
Ranked ABC’s “highest-rated new show among adults in seven years,” as stated by the network, “High Potential” edged out
both “American Idol” and “Grey’s Anatomy,” shows that had previously garnered the most network attention. So, needless to say, fans of the series have high expectations for the long-awaited second season. (And for those who are not yet caught up, beware of minor Season 1 spoilers ahead.)
“Season 1 had a fun two-part ending surprise and everything gets addressed in the new season,” Olson told the press, as reported by USA Today. “That parking lot meeting turned out to be so creepy, and he got so close to Morgan’s kids. It’s every mother’s nightmare.”
Both Amirah J (“Shameless”) and Matthew Lamb (“Smile,” 2022) return for Season 2 as Morgan’s children, Ava and Elliot, with each of them rumored to take on a larger role as they settle into their characters and develop more intricate storylines. Ava, for example, takes on a more active role in the search for her father, missing person Roman Sinquerra (casting has yet to be announced), who, as the story goes, disappeared one day while out picking up diapers and milk for his then-infant daughter. After learning that Roman was living a double life as an FBI informant prior to his disappearance, Morgan — and now Ava — have become determined to find the long-gone man of mystery in the series’ second season.
“Roman is a really important and amazing piece of casting. I fantasize about who it could be, but I haven’t zeroed in on a person yet,” showrunner and executive producer Todd Harthan (“The Resident”) told Us Weekly during the hiatus between seasons, adding, “We’ve never met Morgan’s mother and father, either. We haven’t met anybody.”
Daniel Sunjata stars in “High Potential”
While this may be an indication of things to come in Season 2, the plot appears to hinge on two ongoing searches: the first for Roman and the second for the ever-elusive Puzzle Master, who continues to escalate his tactics and gets personal following Season 1’s harrowing trip to the grocery store.
And although many of the series’ more sentimental viewers have been wondering whether Karadec (Daniel Sunjata, “The
celebrity q&a
Devil Wears Prada,” 2006) and Morgan’s chemistry will take flight this season, Sunjata told Us Weekly that “there’s definitely some electricity between the two of them.
“There’s a reluctant mutual attraction that’s happening,” the actor noted to the online magazine, “but I don’t think we should expect to see anything crazy about that happening anytime soon.”
Morgan is a very busy woman, after all.
BY JAY BOBBIN
Martin Short
Q: How did Martin Short come to be the latest host of “Match Game”?
A: A Primetime Emmy nominee this year for his work on Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building,” the comedian-actor has said that he was game — pardon the pun — to assume the job when ABC wanted to revive the contest because it was something he had never tried before. He liked the idea of testing himself and seeing if he could succeed at it, plus it allowed him to be humorous and facile with language, something that clearly has been a hallmark of Short’s career.
He also was a fan of game shows during his childhood in Canada (where the latest iteration of “Match Game” was taped, in Montreal). He cites “What’s My Line?” as having been his favorite television game, though he has expressed an affinity for the original “Hollywood Squares” (which also has been enjoying a revival on CBS and Paramount+), with Paul Lynde and Charley Weaver being the standout celebrities for Short when he watched that program. Short has gotten to play host to some of his acting colleagues on “Match Game,” with “Only Murders in the Building’s” Selena Gomez and “Father of the Bride’s” BD Wong among those he has gotten to engage as they try to come up with answers that match contestants’ guesses for the missing word in a phrase.
With its summer return, “Match Game” continued the fortune that ABC has found in bringing back some popular game shows in recent years. Along with streaming outlet Hulu, the network has had solid viewership from “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” with host Jimmy Kimmel, “Press Your Luck” with Elizabeth Banks and “The $100,000 Pyramid” with Michael Strahan. Additionally, “Celebrity Family Feud” with Steve Harvey, “Celebrity Jeopardy!” with Ken Jennings and “Celebrity Wheel of Fortune” (which evidently will be without Pat Sajak if it returns) have fared well there.
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish SYFY 7 p.m.
His thirst for adventure has caused him to burn through eight of his nine lives, so Puss in Boots embarks on a journey to find the mythical Last Wish which can restore them all. But the quest gets him hunted by some dangerous foes.
77th Emmy Awards
WBBM WMBD 7 p.m.
Familiar faces will be in the audience for the 77th Emmy Awards, airing live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. “Severance” leads all nominees with 27 nods with “The Penguin,” “The White Lotus” and “The Studio” close behind. Nate Bargatze hosts.
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Doc WFLD WYZZ 7 p.m.
Dr. Amy Larsen (Molly Parker) continues to rebuild her life and career after a car crash erased eight years of her memory in this Season 2 premiere. Dr. Joan Ridley (Felicity Huffman) is the new Chief of Internal Medicine. Richard (Scott Wolf) struggles.
NFL Football WEEK WMAQ 7:15 p.m.
See the Atlanta Falcons take on the Minnesota Vikings in a game broadcast live from U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The last match-up between these two teams took place in December 2024, when the Vikings earned themselves an impressive 42-21 win.
Task HBO 8 p.m.
Season 1 of this brand-new series continues, following an FBI agent (Mark Ruffalo) in Philadelphia as he heads an all-star task force made to end a string of violent robberies committed by an unassuming suspect. Tom Pelphrey and Emilia Jones also star.
Ride With Norman Reedus AMC 10:15 p.m.
Looking for adventure, Norman Reedus is joined by actor Kim Coates as the pair take to the open roads of Georgia, exploring the local motorcycle culture and meeting people along the way in this Season 7 premiere. Can they find their way to Atlanta?
Norman Reedus hosts “Ride With Norman Reedus”
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T (8:00) <++ You're Next ('13) Sharni Vinson. <+++ Goosebumps ('15)Jack Black. < The Haunting in Connecticut 2: Ghosts of <+ Winchester ('18) Helen Mirren. (:05) <++ The Purge: Anarchy ('14)
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Below Deck
BRAVO 7 p.m.
Keep your friends close and your crewmates even closer. As Season 12 continues to follow the workers aboard the luxurious St. David, young and single crew members find themselves swimming against endless waves of drama while both on duty and off.
Futurama
FXX 7 p.m.
This Season 13 premiere hits doubly hard with two episodes that will leave you relishing the return of an out-of-control Bender, a lovelorn Fry who now has a rival for Leela’s love, and a Dr. Zoidberg on a Heavenly plane from which he may not return.
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HALL 7 p.m.
It’s a picture-perfect party as Lacey Chabert and the Party Planners surprise Helen, director of the Las Fotos Project, with a beautiful engagement party.
Dr. Strangelove Or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb
TCM 7 p.m.
In this comedic satire from director Stanley Kubrick, President Muffley (Peter Sellers) and his closest advisers (George C. Scott, Keenan Wynn) anxiously man the Pentagon war room as planes packed with deadly bombs barrel toward Moscow.
Name That Tune WFLD WYZZ 7 p.m.
Host Jane Krakowski and band leader Randy Jackson are back for another raucous season of this celebrity-themed edition of the classic game show. This season, the likes of Kal Penn, Lil Jon, Aisha Tyler and more step up to win money and prizes for charity.
Antiques Roadshow
WTTW 7 p.m.
San Jose, Calif., may be known as a key spot in Silicon Valley, but you can bet they’ll have plenty of vintage items as well when the Roadshow arrives. Among the interesting standouts: an Edwardian jockey chair, a Kashmir sapphire ring and a Tlingit bowl.
Peter Sellers in “Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb”
The Haunting in Connecticut ('09) Kyle Gallner, Martin Donovan, Virginia Madsen. (:35) < The Haunting in Connecticut 2: Ghosts of Georgia ('13)Chad Michael Murray, Katee Sackhoff, Abigail Spencer. (:35) <++ The Purge:
Bug Salsa" Contraband: Seized at the Border Contraband "Seedy Behavior" Contraband: Seized at the Border Contraband: Seized at the Border Contraband: Seized at the Border
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The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City BRAVO 7 p.m.
In this Season 6 premiere, Lisa Barlow, Mary M. Cosby, Heather Gay, Angie Katsanevas, Meredith Marks, Bronwyn Newport and Whitney Rose make their return to television screens across America, bringing nonstop drama, camp and hijinks along for the ride. Alien: Earth FX 7 p.m.
Alliances are on shaky ground as Wendy (Sydney Chandler), Hermit (Alex Lawther) and Morrow (Babou Ceesay) must navigate the latest in roadblocks thrown out by the business interests of Boy Kavalier (Samuel Blenkin) and his team of gangland rogues.
The 1% Club WFLD WYZZ 7 p.m.
Brains beat both brawn and beauty in each and every episode of this Joel McHale-led game show. Contestants vie for a cash prize by attempting to answer general knowledge questions that only 1% of the American population can answer correctly.
WWE NXT WGN 7 p.m.
WWE’s silver brand makes its grand return to its first home of Full Sail University in Winter Park, Fla., for a special Homecoming episode. Will the likes of Oba Femi, Ricky Saints and Blake Monroe be able to wow the Full Sail faithful?
Dancing With the Stars WLS 7 p.m.
Feel the rhythm, it’s time for the Season 34 premiere. Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough along with judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli and Derek Hough rate celebrity dancers including Robert Irwin, Alix Earle, Whitney Leavitt and Jen Affleck.
Top Guns: The Next Generation NGC 8 p.m.
This six-part docuseries follows an elite class of students from the U.S. Navy’s toughest fighter pilot school. During this premiere episode, one student reconsiders their place in the course after completing their first highspeed bombing dives.
Erana James in “Alien: Earth”
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“Futurama” – Season 13 (Sept. 15)
“Novocaine” (Sept. 14)
When Sherry (Amber Midthunder), the girl of his dreams, is kidnapped, a man incapable of feeling physical pain (Jack Quaid) turns his rare condition into an unexpected advantage in the ght to rescue her.
You’ve been warned — the excitement might be too much! With a volcano ready to explode, chaos erupts as Bender goes on a rampage, Fry faces o against a rival for Leela’s heart, and Dr. Zoidberg ... ascends to heaven? e Planet Express crew is back in action and the universe may never recover.
celebrity update
BY ADAM THOMLISON
Where all the top choices can be found in one place!
“Next Gen Chef” (Sept. 17)
Hosted by Olivia Culpo, this newfangled culinary show sees 21 of America’s hottest young chefs (all under the age of 30) competing at e Culinary Institute of America as they battle to prove themselves a once-in-a-generation talent. Guest judges appear across the series’ eight episodes, including chefs Cat Cora, Kwame Onwuachi, omas Keller and Emma Bengtsson.
Rob Lowe
Q: I know they canceled “9-11: Lone Star.” What’s Rob Lowe doing next?
A: It’s even worse than that. Both of Rob Lowe’s (“St. Elmo’s Fire,” 1985) ongoing shows were canceled within a month of each other, meaning he suddenly had a lot of free time. He’s using it to become a movie star again.
“9-1-1: Lone Star” was canceled last September, and aired its series finale in February. “Unstable,” his Netflix comedy show that he did with his son, John Owen Lowe (“The Grinder”), was canceled in October, having released its second and final season a few months earlier.
Since then, Lowe has pivoted back to
the platform that made him. He has two movies currently in production.
He recently finished production of “The Third Parent,” a sci-fi thriller in which he’ll star opposite Roselyn Sanchez (“Act of Valor,” 2012). It’s slated for release this February.
And, Lowe is already back on another film set, shooting “The Musical,” a dark comedy in which he’ll star opposite Gillian Jacobs (“Community”) and Will Brill (“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”). There’s no word on a release yet for this one — it’s an indie film, meaning it still needs to shop around for distribution.
This is a proper pivot for Lowe. Once known only as a big-screen leading man,
“Top Guns: e Next Generation” (Sept. 17)
A six-part series following Navy and Marine Corps student pilots as they face the nal and ercest phase of elite strike ghter training. Over six months, these ambitious aviators endure punishing aerial drills, relentless physical demands and un inching mental tests — all for the chance to earn the coveted wings of gold. Go behind-the-scenes to witness the cadets’ lives with family and friends, seeing the hopes and pressures that fuel their journey. Every ight pushes them closer to or further from the dream of becoming a Top Gun.
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he’s focused on series TV more in recent years. Indeed, he only appeared in one feature film in the past six years: 2023’s heartwarming family drama “Dog Gone,” which he also produced.
But Lowe says he’s not totally finished with TV. In fact, he may not even be finished with the 9-1-1 franchise. The spinoff series “9-1-1: Nashville” will debut in a few weeks, and Lowe said in an interview he’d be open to reprising his “Lone Star” role in an episode or two. “I’m just waiting for my phone to ring,” he told Decider magazine in June.
The better news is that the producers definitely know his number — his brother Chad Lowe (“Unfaithful,” 2002) is an executive producer on the show.
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1. Insolence
4. ___ Getz (“Lethal Weapon 2” role for Joe Pesci)
7. Triumphant cry
11. Critic ___ Louise Huxtable
12. Tim Cook’s company, in NASDAQ listings
13. Jazz singer Simone
14. Swab
15. Jason Segel series
17. Keira Knightley series
19. Emphatic assent in Acapulco
20. Goes off
24. Priest
26. Works
27. Hosp. area
28. Boatload
29. Actress Gibbs
32. Ballet jump
33. Organ stop
35. Whiz at tennis serves
37. Tonto’s companion
41. Netflix show whose contestants hope to win won
44. Play for a sap
45. 2-Down reject William
46. Smooth
47. Photographer Goldin
48. Baby character in “The Mandalorian”
49. Ran
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1. Jackson ___ (Gary Oldman’s “Slow Horses” character)
2. “American ___”
3. Bearded, blue cartoon character
4. “Well, __-_-dah!”
5. 2005 Beck song
6. Popeye’s girl
7. Covers with tattoos
8. Nintendo debut of 2006
9. Traveler’s stop
10. Worn-out horse
12. Invites
16. Adopted son of Claudius
18. Cloak-and-dagger org.
21. Craig Stevens’ TV role
22. Meadowlands pace
23. Fit to be tried
24. Arm or leg
25. Purple smoothie ingredient
30. Spanish pro soccer association
31. Yankee slugger, familiarly
32. Actress Aniston, to friends
34. Sweetheart
35. Packing heat
36. Normandy city
38. Overhang
39. Tony’s portrayer on “NYPD Blue”
40. It’s overhead
41. Timid
42. Status ___
43. German link
Q: Is Adam Scott going to do more “Party Down”?
A: The best anyone can say is it’s not likely.
Adam Scott (“Parks and Recreation”) starred in the cult-favorite sitcom “Party Down” on Starz from 2009 to 2010. But its reputation only grew afterward, partly due to many of its stars — most notably Scott — becoming more famous. This led to a surprise revival in 2023.
It’s since become clear that the revived third season was a one-off and there are no more episodes forthcoming.
Once again, Scott has moved on to new projects. Most notably, he now stars in Apple TV+’s “Severance,” one of the buzziest shows on TV. It’s been renewed for a third season, likely to release sometime next year.
He also has a busy big-screen sideline, with three different films in some stage of production now and several more potentials lined up.
All this is to say that a return to “Party Down” isn’t likely. But the same thing could have been said prior to the surprise revival season, so anything’s possible. Maybe the best-case scenario for fans is that a new season comes out every 10 years or so. We could pop in on the increasingly bitter would-be actors as they age reluctantly in the catering jobs they thought were temporary.
ADAM THOMLISON
Armageddon AMC 7 p.m.
A blue collar drilling crew led by expert Harry Stamper (Bruce Willis) is recruited by NASA boss Dan Truman (Billy Bob Thornton) in order to save the world from an asteroid the size of Texas. They must land on it, drill a hole and detonate a nuclear bomb.
MasterChef WFLD WYZZ 7 p.m.
Things are getting down to the wire as the remaining dynamic duos are fighting for their chance at the trophy, the title and the $250,000 in cash. Host Gordon Ramsay and judges Joe Bastianich and Tiffany Derry are demanding excellence at this stage.
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WGN 7 p.m.
Personal injury attorney Abigail Bianchi (Jewel Staite), who’s seen her life unravel due to her drinking problem, is trying to rebuild her career and relationships at the city’s top family law firm, which happens to be run by her father (Victor Garber).
Sin City Rehab
HGTV 8 p.m.
New city, no problem for interior designer Alison Victoria. In this series premiere, she leaves the frigid chill of the Windy City and heads west to renovate and flip properties in Las Vegas. It’s a different vibe and culture, but the stakes are high.
NOVA WTTW 8 p.m.
Exploring the complex story of the human species, the premiere of this five-part series, hosted by paleoanthropologist Ella Al-Shamahi, goes back in time to meet the inventors of our modern world thanks to new fossil evidence and DNA sequencing.
Roman Holiday TCM 10 p.m.
This 1953 romantic comedy follows a sheltered princess (Audrey Hepburn) and a U.S. newsman (Gregory Peck) as they explore Rome. Although the two grow closer over the course of their adventures, duty forces them apart. Eddie Albert also stars.
Tiffany Derry features in “MasterChef”
35 105 242 USA Chicago P.D. "Justice" <+++ The Town ('10) Rebecca Hall, Jon Hamm,Ben Affleck <+++ The Town ('10) Rebecca Hall, Jon Hamm,Ben Affleck
36 139 247 TBS Big Bang Big Bang All Elite Wrestling Dynamite: September to Remember (N) (Live) All Elite Wrestling: CollisionCollision (N) Impract.
No Time for Sergeants
TCM 5 p.m.
A kind-hearted and naive country boy, Will Stockdale (Andy Griffith), is drafted into the Air Force. His simple, honest nature baffles and frustrates his superiors, especially Sgt. King (Myron McCormick), as he constantly upends military protocol.
The Shawshank Redemption AMC 7 p.m.
After being wrongly convicted of murder, Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins) is sentenced to two life terms in Shawshank prison. Over two decades, he forms a friendship with fellow inmate Red (Morgan Freeman), endures abuse, adapts and secretly plans his escape.
Big Brother WBBM WMBD 7 p.m.
As alliances continue shifting and confusion reigns supreme, housemates shy away from their suitcases, hoping they’re not the next to pack it up. Host Julie Chen Moonves, meanwhile, is crossing more names off her friends list, during this latest episode.
Beat Bobby Flay FOOD 8 p.m.
If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again. But remember, no one says “Second time’s the charm.” Antonia Lofaso and Sophie Flay cheer on chefs Poppy O’Toole and Mika Leon, who previously lost to Bobby Flay, but who believe they have a shot.
Project Runway FREEFRM 9 p.m.
While the premiere of “Wicked: For Good” feels closer than ever before, the designers are asked to conjure visions of the Emerald City as they craft Oz-worthy designs. Meanwhile, friendships are tried and tested when drama unfolds on the runway.
Expedition Files TRAV 9 p.m.
Hoping to explain the unexplainable, the socalled master of mystery, Josh Gates, explores a treasure trove of mind-bending mysteries. After two decades of bravely traveling the globe, he now comes face-to-face with a seemingly nonsensical code.
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35 105 242 USA Law & Order: SVU "Duty to Ho pe" <++ 50 First Dates ('04) Drew Barrymore,Rob Schneider, Adam Sandler. <++ Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby ('06) John C. Reilly,Will Ferrell. < 50 First Dates
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Bobby Flay stars in “Beat Bobby Flay”
College Football WFLD WYZZ 7 p.m.
It’s a battle of the B1G Conference as quarterback Mark Gronowski and the Iowa Hawkeyes travel to SHI Stadium in Piscataway, N.J., to take on Athan Kaliakmanis and the Rutgers University Scarlet Knights. Iowa holds a 4-0 head-to-head lead in the series.
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives FOOD 8 p.m.
The road is dirty and dusty, but Guy likes as it helps him find the flavor. First up a California, BBQ joint creates bang-on brisket noodles. Then, a Cincinnati diner offers chili crunch chicken nuggets. And, Austin, Texas, has a pasta margarita.
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Sometimes, you’re just minding your own business, sitting quietly in a crop circle when a light engulfs you and you’re abducted. This season finale looks at credible evidence of regular people who claim to have been abducted by extraterrestrials.
Scariest House in America HGTV 8 p.m.
With Halloween approaching it makes sense to scout out the scariest domiciles in the U.S., so Retta scours the nation looking for homes full of terrifying décor, horrifying hallways and ghoulish garages. Designer Alison Victoria crowns a winner.
Bering Sea Gold DISC 8 p.m.
Despite approaching the end of the mining season, the fleet encounters its richest week to date. While Shawn busies himself by unleashing a full force of equipment inland, Joe’s marathon proves successful. Then, Chris fights currents to reach his payday. The Rainmaker USA 9 p.m.
Despite all the forces acting against him, Rudy Baylor (Milo Callaghan) remains steadfast in defending his latest client. Across the pond in London, however, Sarah (Madison Iseman) faces new temptations with Leo (John Slattery) and Brad (Wade Briggs).
Retta hosts “Scariest House in America”
John Leguizamo, David Harbour. <++ 2012 ('09)Chiwetel Ejiof or,Amanda Peet, John Cusack.A man (John Cusack) tries to lead his family to safety, as the world collapses ar ound the m. <++ The Quiet Ones ('14)Sam Claflin, Olivia Cooke, Jared Harris.
34 107 249 COM (:10) The Office (:45) The Office (:20) The Office (:55) The Office The OfficeThe OfficeThe Office South ParkSouth ParkSouth ParkMike Judge's
35 105 242 USA (4:30) < Talladega Nights: Ballad of Ri WWE Friday Night SmackDown (N) (Live) The Rainmaker "Episode 6" (N) 9-1-1 "Boston" 9-1-1 "Fear-o-Phobia"
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33 122 244 SYFY (7:30) <+ Flatliners ('17) Nina Dobrev, James Norton, Diego Luna. <++ Violent Night ('22) John Leguizamo, Beverly D'Angelo, David Harbour. <++ Pompeii ('14)Carrie-Anne Moss,Emily Browning,Kit Harington. <++ 2012 ('09)Chiwetel Ejiof or, Amanda Peet, John Cusack.A man (John Cusack) tries to lead his fami ly to safet y, as the world collapses around them.
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36 139 247 TBS Friends Friends Friends <++ Overboard ('18)Anna Faris, Eva Longoria, Eugenio Derbez
The
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Soccer Fulham vs. Brentford From Craven Cottage in London. (N) (Live) Law & Order: SV U "Military Justice" Law & Order: SV U "Rapist Anonymous"
37 180 311 FREE (6:00) <++ Dumbo <+++ Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pear l ('03) Geoffrey Rush, Orlando Bloom, Johnny Depp (:45) <++ Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest ('06)Orlando Bloom, Keira Kn ghtley,Johnny Depp <++ Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End ('07)Orlando Bloom,Keira Knightley,Johnny Depp
38 170 299 NICK The Smurfs Super Duper (N) <++ Despicable Me 3 ('17) Voices of Kristen Wiig, Trey Parker, Steve Carell <+++ Despicable Me 2 ('13)Voices of Kristen Wi g,Ben amin Bratt, Steve Carell. <++ The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run ('20) Tom Kenny SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob SpongeBob Spong-
39 172 290 DISN Phineas and Ferb Phineas and Ferb Kiff Kiff LadybugLadybug <+++ Finding Dory ('16)Ellen DeGeneres. (:45) Bluey (:10) Bluey (:35) Bluey BlueyBlueyBig City
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Major League ('89)Charlie Sheen,Corbin Bernsen,Tom Berenger.
The Goonies ('85)Josh Brolin, Jeff Cohen, Sean Astin.
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trivia quiz
BY STAFF WRITERS
Emmy nods, wins and oversights
Questions:
1) “Better Call Saul” holds the record for the most Emmy nominations without a win — how many nominations did it receive over six seasons?
2) Which 1980s police drama won 26 Emmy Awards?
3) Name the first Black woman to win an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series. (Hint: She won in 1981.)
4) Name the cult comedy hit that has only received three nominations so far — and all of them have been for stunts.
5) Which “Friends” cast members won an Emmy for their roles on the show?
6) Name the TV legend whose only Emmy win came from a guest appearance on “The Big Bang Theory.”
7) Which Apple TV+ series was the most-nominated show in 2025, with 27 Emmy nominations?
in focus
“Hotel Costiera” - Season 1 (Prime Video — Sept. 24, Series Premiere)
Starring “Grey’s Anatomy” alum Jesse Williams as former Marine Daniel “DD” De Luca, this brand-new series transports viewers to a luxury hotel on Italy’s Amalfi Coast, where Daniel begins an investigation into the hotel owner’s missing daughter, who vanished a month before his arrival. As Daniel digs deeper into his surroundings, he quickly discovers that the wealthy guests — and the hotel’s employees — have countless secrets to hide.
Bob Odenkirk stars in
Call Saul”
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This latest episode sees hosts Sunny Anderson, Katie Lee Biegel, Jeff Mauro and Geoffrey Zakarian invite chefs Alex Guarnaschelli and Zac Young to make the best versions of classic dishes like chicken parmesan, shrimp scampi and carrot cake.
College Football
WBBM WMBD 2:30 p.m.
It’s tough to think of two more storied programs in college football than Michigan and Nebraska. The two powerhouse schools of the B1G Conference go head-to-head at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Neb. Michigan took their last game 45-7 in 2023.
The Groomsmen Last Dance HALL 7 p.m.
Making its network debut, this 2024 flick follows Jackson (Tyler Hynes) as he moves to Italy, looking to build a stronger relationship with his daughter (Chloe Raphael). What he doesn’t expect is to fall for local cafe owner Gabriella (Elena Rusconi).
Seven HBO 7 p.m.
Retiring detective William Somerset (Morgan Freeman) takes on a final case with the aid of David Mills (Brad Pitt). As bodies pile up, they realize a serial killer (Kevin Spacey) is at work and killing people who represent the seven deadly sins.
Too Many Girls TCM 7 p.m.
Headstrong heiress Connie Casey (Lucille Ball) has been kicked out of Europe, so she decides to enroll in her father’s (Harry Shannon) alma mater to be near a British playwright (Douglas Walton) with whom she has a crush. Richard Carlson also stars.
Deadpool VH1 7 p.m.
Based on the comic series, Wade Wilson (Ryan Reynolds) adopts the alter ego “Deadpool” after he is disfigured by an evil scientist. Armed with new powers and a twisted sense of humor, he now seeks revenge against the man who nearly destroyed his life.
Below Deck "Blood in the Water"
33 122 244 SYFY <++ Thor: Love and Thunder ('22) Natalie Portman, Christian Bale,Chris Hemsworth. Thor, King Valkyrie, Korg and Jane Foster battle a galactic killer known as Gorr the God Butc her. <+++ Zombieland ('09) Jesse Eisenber g, Emma Stone, Woody Harrelson. Survivors of a zombie apocalypse band toget her. <++ Pompeii ('14)Carrie-Anne Moss,Emily Browning, Kit Harington.
34 107 249 COM Movie <++ Pitch Perfect 2 ('15) Rebel Wilson, Hailee Steinfeld,Anna Kendrick <++ Pitch Perfect 3 ('17) Hailee Steinfeld, Rebel Wilson, Anna Kendrick Family Guy Family Guy
35 105 242 USA Law-SVU "Pornstar's Requiem" Law-SVU "Daydream Believer" Law-SVU
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< The Groomsmen First Look ('24)Jonathan Bennett, Tyler Hynes, B.J. Britt. A pediatrician and a doctor meet at a wedding.
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Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman star in “Seven”
Packed full of nostalgic reunions (for both its host and its competitors), the inaugural season of “Celebrity Weakest Link” makes its debut Monday, Sept. 15, airing on Fox for the first time in broadcast history.
Much like its predecessor — “Weakest Link” — this star-studded return follows contestants as they try to complete an uninterrupted chain of correct answers while being asked general knowledge questions within a time limit. At the end of each round, contestants vote on a group member to be considered the “weakest link,” seeing the player eliminated.
Here, Jane Lynch, known for shows including “Glee,” “Only Murders in the Building” and “Hollywood Game Night,” is the series’ host, welcoming players from across the TV industry to take part in the classic game show. Fans can expect to see celebrities from both scripted and unscripted television, with plenty of guests announced ahead of the premiere.
Most excitingly, Lynch will be reuniting with her fellow “Glee” cast members, as Max Adler, Dot-Marie Jones, Heather Morris, Alex Newell, Chord Overstreet, Amber Riley, Becca Tobin and Jenna Ushkowitz take part in a game.
As Deadline explains: “That crew rarely gets together anymore (on screen, at least), despite the enduring popularity of the former Fox series, making this quite a special reunion.”
A trailer for the upcoming season hints more at what’s to come, with Lynch pok-
BY CAROLINE COLLACUTT
ing at former castmates in a manner befitting her “Glee” character, Sue Sylvester. “Listen up, dorks, I’ll ask you questions one at a time,” Lynch jokes, eliciting some delightful reactions from her former co-workers.
This first season also promises a “High School Reunion” episode, bringing together actors who once starred together as teenagers. Scott Porter and Aimeé Teegarden represent “Friday Night Lights” in the episode, while Daphne Reid and Tatyana Ali from “Fresh Prince of BelAir,” Shenae Grimes and Matt Lanter from “90210” and Barry Watson and Beverley Mitchell from “7th Heaven” fill out the rest of their “Weakest Link” team.
With plenty more to come — including episodes filled with reality TV couples, famous comedians and on-screen doctors — “Celebrity Weakest Link” makes its star-studded debut Monday, Sept. 15, on Fox.
Lynch hosts “Celebrity Weakest Link”
movies of the week
13 Going on 30 +++ (2004, Fantasy) Jennifer Garner, Mark Ruffalo. MTV Mon. 6 p.m., Mon. 10 p.m.
Aladdin +++ (1992, Animated) Voices of Scott Weinger, Robin Williams. FREEFRM Sun. 2:45 p.m.
Alien ++++ (1979, Sci-Fi) Tom Skerritt, Sigourney Weaver. A merciless monster stalks the crew of a space freighter. BBCA Sat. 3:30 p.m.
Almost Famous ++++ (2000, Comedy Drama) Billy Crudup, Frances McDormand. A teenage rock journalist goes on tour with a rising band. VH1Thu. 9 p.m.
Ant-Man and The Wasp +++ (2018, Action) Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly. FX Wed. 4:30 p.m.
Backdraft +++ (1991, Thriller) Kurt Russell, William Baldwin. SUNDANC Sat. 2:30 p.m.
Bad Guys, The +++ (2022, Animated) Voices of Sam Rockwell, Zazie Beetz. SYFY Sun. 5 p.m.
Batman +++ (1989, Action) Jack Nicholson, Michael Keaton. TNT Sat. 3:15 p.m.
Batman, The +++ (2022, Action) Robert Pattinson, Zoë Kravitz. TNT Sat. 10:15 p.m.
Beauty and the Beast ++++ (1991, Animated) Voices of Paige O’Hara, Robby Benson. A maiden trades places with her captive father. FREEFRM Sun. 4:50 p.m.
Beauty and the Beast +++ (2017, Children) Emma Watson, Dan Stevens. FREEFRM Thu. 3 p.m.
Beetlejuice +++ (1988, Comedy) Michael Keaton, Alec Baldwin. AMC Fri. 4 p.m., Fri. 10:31 p.m.
Captain America: Civil War +++ (2016, Action)
Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr.. FX Sun. 3:30 p.m.
Clueless +++ (1995, Comedy) Alicia Silverstone, Stacey Dash. PARSHO Fri. 11:30 p.m., VH1Wed.
9:30 p.m.
Coco +++ (2017, Animated) Voices of Anthony Gonzalez, Gael García Bernal. DISN Sat. 6 p.m.
Conan the Barbarian +++ (1982, Adventure)
Arnold Schwarzenegger, James Earl Jones. BBCA Wed. 2:30 p.m.
Crocodile Dundee +++ (1986, Comedy) Paul Hogan, Linda Kozlowski. BBCA Thu. 4:15 p.m., Thu. 11:15 p.m.
DDeadpool +++ (2016, Action) Ryan Reynolds, Morena Baccarin. VH1 Sat. 7 p.m.
Déjà Vu +++ (2006, Thriller) Denzel Washington, Val Kilmer. TNT Mon. 9:30 p.m.
Despicable Me +++ (2010, Animated) Voices of Steve Carell, Jason Segel. NICK Thu. 8 p.m.
Despicable Me 2 +++ (2013, Animated) Voices of Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig. NICK Fri. 8 p.m.
Die Hard +++ (1988, Action) Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman. AMC Tue. 6 p.m.
Die Hard 2 +++ (1990, Action) Bruce Willis, Bonnie Bedelia. AMC Tue. 9 p.m., Wed. 4:30 p.m.
Easy A +++ (2010, Comedy) Emma Stone, Penn Badgley. MTV Mon. 8 p.m., VH1 Wed. 7 p.m.
Executive Suite +++ (1954, Drama) William Holden, June Allyson. TCM Fri. 5 p.m.
Fail-Safe +++ (1964, Thriller) Henry Fonda, Walter Matthau. TCM Sat. 3 p.m.
Fast Times at Ridgemont High +++ (1982, Comedy) Sean Penn, Jennifer Jason Leigh. AMC Mon. 11:15 p.m.
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off +++ (1986, Comedy)
Matthew Broderick, Alan Ruck. AMC Sat. 2:30 p.m.
Few Good Men, A +++ (1992, Drama) Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson. SUNDANC Sat. 5:30 p.m.
Fifth Element, The +++ (1997, Sci-Fi) Bruce Willis, Gary Oldman. AMC Tue. 11:30 p.m., BBCASat. 8:30 p.m.
Girls Trip +++ (2017, Comedy) Regina Hall, Queen Latifah. BET Sat. 10 p.m.
Gladiator +++ (2000, History) Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix. PAR Mon. 7 p.m., Mon. 10:30 p.m., PARSHO Mon. 10:35 p.m.
Gone Baby Gone +++ (2007, Mystery) Casey Affleck, Michelle Monaghan. PARSHO Tue. 3 p.m.
Goonies, The +++ (1985, Children) Sean Astin, Josh Brolin. PAR Sat. 4:30 p.m., Sat. 9:30 p.m.
Grease +++ (1978, Musical) John Travolta, Olivia Newton-John. FREEFRM Mon. 5:15 p.m.
Green Mile, The +++ (1999, Drama) Tom Hanks, David Morse. AMC Thu. 3 p.m.
Guardians of the Galaxy +++ (2014, Sci-Fi) Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña. FX Sun. 7 p.m., Sun. 9:30 p.m.
HHarry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets +++ (2002, Children) Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint. E! Mon. 7 p.m.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 +++ (2011, Fantasy) Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint. E! Sun. 7 p.m.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone +++ (2001, Children) Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint. E! Mon. 3:30 p.m.
IIndiana Jones and the Last Crusade +++ (1989, Adventure) Harrison Ford, Sean Connery. PAR Sun. 4 p.m., Sun. 9:30 p.m.
Inglourious Basterds +++ (2009, War) Brad Pitt, Mélanie Laurent. BBCA Tue. 3:30 p.m., IFC Fri. 6:15 p.m.
Inside Out +++ (2015, Animated) Voices of Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith. FX Sat. 4 p.m.
Iron Man 3 +++ (2013, Action) Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow. FX Tue. 11 p.m.
Jerry Maguire +++ (1996, Romance) Tom Cruise, Cuba Gooding Jr.. TNT Wed. 9 p.m., Thu. 7 p.m.
Jungle Book, The +++ (2016, Children) Neel Sethi, Bill Murray. DISN Fri. 4:10 p.m.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes +++ (2024, Sci-Fi) Owen Teague, Freya Allan. FX Fri. 7 p.m., Fri. 10 p.m.
Kingsman: The Secret Service +++ (2015, Action) Colin Firth, Michael Caine. TNT Tue. 7 p.m.
LEGO Movie, The +++ (2014, Animated) Voices of Chris Pratt, Will Ferrell. NICK Wed. 8 p.m., Thu. 5 p.m.
Lethal Weapon 2 +++ (1989, Action) Mel Gibson, Danny Glover. BET Sun. 4 p.m.
Lethal Weapon 3 +++ (1992, Action) Mel Gibson, Danny Glover. BET Sun. 7 p.m. M
Mean Girls +++ (2004, Comedy) Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams. FREEFRM Mon. 7:55 p.m.
Midnight Lace +++ (1960, Mystery) Doris Day, Rex Harrison. TCM Sun. 9 p.m.
Moana +++ (2016, Animated) Voices of Auli’i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson. FX Sat. 6 p.m. Moneyball +++ (2011, Drama) Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill. AMC Sun. 11:19 p.m., BBCA Tue. 7 p.m. Murder, My Sweet +++ (1944, Crime Story) Dick Powell, Claire Trevor. TCM Mon. 3:15 p.m.
No Time for Sergeants +++ (1958, Comedy) Andy Griffith, Myron McCormick. TCM Thu. 5 p.m.
Ocean’s Eleven +++ (2001, Comedy Drama) George Clooney, Matt Damon. TNT Sun. 4:30 p.m., Sun. 9:45 p.m.
Odd Couple, The +++ (1968, Comedy) Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau. TCM Fri. 7 p.m. Outfit, The +++ (2022, Thriller) Mark Rylance, Dylan O’Brien. SYFY Wed. 11:30 p.m. P
Perfect Storm, The +++ (2000, Thriller) George Clooney, Mark Wahlberg. AMC Sat. 11 p.m. Pitch Perfect +++ (2012, Romance) Anna Kendrick, Skylar Astin. COMEDY Sat. 4 p.m. Place in the Sun, A +++ (1951, Drama) Montgomery Clift, Elizabeth Taylor. TCM Wed. 7 p.m.
Point Break +++ (1991, Action) Patrick Swayze, Keanu Reeves. IFC Fri. 3:15 p.m. R
Raiders of the Lost Ark ++++ (1981, Adventure) Harrison Ford, Karen Allen. An archaeologist races Nazis to find a powerful relic. PAR Sun. 7 p.m. Ratatouille +++ (2007, Animated) Voices of Patton Oswalt, Ian Holm. FREEFRM Tue. 5:30 p.m. Rich, Young and Pretty +++ (1951, Musical) Jane Powell, Danielle Darrieux. TCM Tue. 11 p.m.
Saving Private Ryan ++++ (1998, War) Tom Hanks, Edward Burns. U.S. troops look for a missing comrade during World War II. AMC Thu. 10 p.m. Shawshank Redemption, The ++++ (1994, Drama) Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman. A banker is sent to prison for murders he didn’t commit. AMC Thu. 7 p.m.
Talk to Me +++ (2022, Drama) Sophie Wilde, Alexandra Jensen. PARSHO Mon. 2:35 p.m. Tangled +++ (2010, Animated) Voices of Mandy Moore, Zachary Levi. FREEFRM Fri. 6 p.m. Thrill of a Romance +++ (1945, Musical) Van Johnson, Esther Williams. TCM Wed. 5 p.m. Thrill of It All, The +++ (1963, Romance) Doris Day, James Garner. TCM Sun. 7 p.m. U
Untouchables, The ++++ (1987, Crime Story) Kevin Costner, Sean Connery. Incorruptible government agents move against Al Capone. PARSHO Tue. 9:35 p.m., Fri. 5 p.m. V
Vengeance +++ (2022, Thriller) B.J. Novak, Boyd Holbrook. E! Fri. 10 p.m. W
Wedding Banquet, The +++ (2025, Comedy) Bowen Yang, Lily Gladstone. PARSHO Fri. 7:45 p.m.
Wedding Singer, The +++ (1998, Romance) Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore. TNT Wed. 7 p.m., Thu. 5 p.m.
Wizard of Oz, The ++++ (1939, Family) Judy Garland, Frank Morgan. A tornado whisks a Kansas girl to a magical land. AMC Fri. 6 p.m.
Zombieland +++ (2009, Comedy) Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg. SYFY Sat. 8:30 p.m.
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