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Tuesday, Feb. 24
Finding Your Roots: “Artistic Roots”
PBS, 8pm
Host Henry Louis Gates Jr. explores the family trees of Oscar-winning director/writer/producer Spike Lee and Tony-winning actor/singer Kristin Chenoweth in the new episode “Artistic Roots.”
Will Trent: “We’re Looking for a Vampire”
ABC, 8pm
A woman found drained of her blood pulls Will and Caleb (Ramón Rodríguez and Yul Vazquez) into a chilling case in the new episode “We’re Looking for a Vampire.”
Best Medicine: “The Bogfather”
FOX, 8pm
Port Wenn goes into high alert when a corpse is found in the town’s bog in the new episode “The Bogfather.”
Good Sports
Prime Video, 8pm
Season Finale!
Kevin Hart and Kenan Thompson break down their favorite moments from the wide, weird world of sports in the Season 1 finale.
Oscar Goes Back for More (Remakes)
TCM, beginning at 8pm
Catch a Classic!
The term “gaslighting” was popularized through Charles Boyer’s character in tonight’s first film, Gaslight (1944), a psychological thriller in which a husband drives his wife to question her sanity. Though the original film had been made just four years earlier, a few key changes and a haunting performance from Ingrid Bergman propelled the remake into awards contention, earning seven Oscar nominations and two wins. Consider too the lasting legacy of The Magnificent Seven (1960), also airing tonight. This reimagining of Akira Kurosawa’s Seven Samurai (1954) in turn inspired a few retellings, including a blockbuster casting Denzel Washington in Yul Brynner’s iconic role. Then stay tuned for the ultimate trump card in any conversation of reboots and remakes: A Star Is Born (1976), starring Barbra Streisand and Kris Kristofferson in the lead roles. They were the third duo to tackle the tragedy, before the latest with Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper.
2026 State of the Union Address
Various Networks, 9pm Live
President Donald Trump will deliver the first State of the Union address of his second term before a joint session of Congress, and the nation, this evening. Most of the usual outlets will cover the address live, including the broadcast networks (ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC and PBS), and cable channels like CNN, Fox News Channel and MS NOW.
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Wednesday, Feb. 25
Beast Games
Prime Video
Season Finale!
Will it be superhuman strength or superhuman smarts that takes home the $5 million grand prize in the Season 2 finale of the competition show?
FOX & Friends
FOX News Channel, 6am Live
FOX & Friends presents its signature “Breakfast With Friends” series with this segment emanating from Doug’s Place in Emerson, Georgia. FOX & Friends cohost Steve Doocy is on location interviewing diner diner patrons to discuss their reactions to President Trump’s State of the Union address and their outlook on the upcoming midterm elections.
Oscar Goes Back for Even More
TCM, beginning at 7am
Catch a Classic!
TCM makes another strong case for the value of remakes with its second curated selection of studios taking proven stories and elevating them. Exhibit A: The Merry Widow (1952), which takes advantage of recent developments in film technology to transform a previously drab 1934 black-and-white operetta into an exhibition. The result? Two Oscar nominations for Art Direction and Costume Design. If you’re looking for more examples, look no further than the endlessly adaptable Little Women (1949), which featured an early career turn from Elizabeth Taylor as the youngest March sister, Amy, and the foil to June Allyson’s Jo. Taylor took up the mantle from Joan Bennett’s 1933 portrayal, setting a high bar for later actresses such as Kirsten Dunst and Florence Pugh. The day’s lineup rounds out with another interpretation of the timeless Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1941), starring Ingrid Bergman as she approaches the peak of her stardom.
NBA Basketball
ESPN, beginning at 7:30pm Live
ESPN’s midweek NBA doubleheader highlights the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Detroit Pistons, followed by the Boston Celtics at the Denver Nuggets.
NHL Hockey
TNT & truTV, beginning at 7:30pm Live
The NHL gets back into action following the Olympics with the Toronto Maple Leafs at the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Vegas Golden Knights at the L.A. Kings on TNT and truTV.
Scrubs
ABC, 8pm
New Series!
The two-episode, back-to-back premiere sees the return of J.D. (Zach Braff) and Turk (Donald Faison) scrubbing in together for the first time in a long time. While medicine and interns have changed, their bromance has stood the test of time. Characters new and old (actors John C. McGinley, Sarah Chalke and Judy Reyes are also back, among others) will navigate the waters of Sacred Heart with laughter, heart and some surprises along the way.
Survivor
CBS, 8pm
Season Premiere!
The milestone 50th season of the reality competition features 24 of the series’ all-time great castaways playing for the $1 million prize. This edition is “In the Hands of the Fans,” with fans voting on key elements of the game. Host Jeff Probst says, “They’re deciding how powerful the advantages will be. They’re deciding on twists. They’re deciding if there’s going to be a [tribe] switch, if there are [immunity] idols or no idols at all.” The players won’t know what the fans voted for until they are competing on the island.
The Masked Singer: “Spice Girls Night”
FOX, 8pm
It’s what you want. What you really, really want. The new episode “Spice Girls Night” features fan-favorite songs from the iconic girl group. Taraji P. Henson is a special guest panelist.
Nature: “Parenthood: Jungles”
PBS, 8pm
The Nature “Parenthood” series continues with the new episode “Jungles,” which looks at how jungle animals raise their young by mastering their environment. An orangutan spends eight years teaching her baby the ways of jungle living, and a crab becomes the ultimate chemist to create the perfect home for her crablets. Sir David Attenborough narrates.
The Greatest Average American
ABC, 9pm
New Series!
Nate Bargatze hosts this hilarious new game show that celebrates the power of being perfectly average. Contestants play through rounds of challenges and trivia to try to guess how everyday Americans think and live. In the end, one lucky player will be crowned the Greatest Average American and get the chance to win the ultimate grand prize: the average American salary of $67,920.
Fear Factor: House of Fear: “Pain Auction”
FOX, 9pm
In the new episode “Pain Auction,” contestants bid on how much punishment they can take, and no one is safe from elimination in a truly sick pie-eating contest. Johnny Knoxville hosts.
The Beauty
FX, 9pm
In “Beautiful Brothers,” the Corporation’s master plan intensifies. Then, in “Beautiful Evolution,” Cooper and Jordan (Evan Peters and Rebecca Hall) form an alliance with a mysterious person.
NOVA: “Stone Age Temple Mystery”
PBS, 9pm
On a remote hillside in modern-day Turkey sits Göbekli Tepe, the oldest temple on Earth. For centuries, archaeologists believed it was a religious center built by nomadic hunter-gatherers before the rise of civilization. But groundbreaking new evidence reveals that a sophisticated community of settled hunter-gatherers, not nomads, lived here year-round for centuries. This startling discovery could be the missing link in humanity’s momentous transition from hunting to farming. In the new episode “Stone Age Temple Mystery,” follow experts as they use new digs and shattered skulls to piece together a captivating story that could forever change our understanding of the roots of civilization.
Pawn Stars: “Man I Feel Like a Pawn Star!”
History, 9:30pm
You knew by the title this one had to have something to do with Shania Twain, right? And indeed it does, as Rick looks for a price that impresses when a seller comes in with a pair of boots worn by the country superstar. Chum also goes bananas when a seller brings in vintage toys from the Planet of the Apes franchise.
Thursday, Feb. 26
David: King of Israel
FOX Nation
New Series!
This four-part docudrama brings to life the thrilling, turbulent and deeply human story of David, the shepherd boy who rose to become the greatest king in Israel’s history, and whom Christians regard as the ancestor of Jesus Christ. Grounded in biblical scripture yet told with cinematic grit, David: King of Israel offers a raw, sweeping portrait of a man whose life was marked by courage, violence, passion, failure and redemption. Through immersive reenactments, expert commentary and Zachary Levi’s thoughtful narration, the series captures David’s rise from overlooked shepherd boy to warrior, outlaw and ultimately, unifier of a kingdom. Along the way, viewers encounter a world filled with vivid figures, from powerful prophets, ruthless kings, fearless warriors, giants, witches and barbaric enemies. “Aside from the account of Christ, the story of David is the most powerful in all of scripture,” Levi says. “In fact, one might argue that it’s even more powerful in some ways, given that David was fully human, and therefore flawed, like us, making his journey more relatable to our own. It’s a story I’ve wanted to be a part of telling ever since I was a child, so it was such a blessing being a part of this production.” Across four episodes, David: King of Israel examines the defining chapters of his journey, revealing why David remains one of history’s most influential figures and why he continues to endure as “a man after God’s own heart.” New episodes are released weekly on Thursdays.
9-1-1: “Going Once, Going Twice”
ABC, 8pm
When a medical examiner becomes entangled in a dangerous situation during an autopsy, the 118 is called in to assist in the new episode “Going Once, Going Twice.” Meanwhile, the unit hosts a firefighters bachelor auction for charity.
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage
CBS, 8pm
Midseason Premiere!
The Young Sheldon sequel sitcom following Georgie and Mandy (Montana Jordan and Emily Osment) as they raise their young family in Texas continues with new Season 2 episodes.
Scrabble: “Suit & Tile”
The CW, 8pm
A college professor puts his Scrabble tie to the test in an effort to win $10,000 in the new episode “Suit & Tile.” Craig Ferguson hosts.
NHL Hockey
ESPN, beginning at 8pm Live
ESPN’s NHL twin bill has the Philadelphia Flyers at the N.Y. Rangers and the Edmonton Oilers at the L.A. Kings.
Next Level Chef: “Sea Monsters”
FOX, 8pm
Three enormous fish descend on the platform and the chefs must work together slicing and filleting their catch of the day in the new episode “Sea Monsters.”
Law & Order: “New Normal”
NBC, 8pm
Walker (David Ajala) revisits his undercover identity and Price (Hugh Dancy) risks exposing the investigation to get a conviction in the new episode “New Normal.”
Oscar Goes to Italy
TCM, beginning at 8pm
Catch a Classic!
Today’s Mediterranean-themed marathon kicks off with Roman Holiday (1953) and A Room With a View (1985). Next, Matt Damon portrays con man and serial killer Tom Ripley as he embarks on a trek to somehow lasso free soul Dickie Greenleaf (Jude Law) back home in The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999). Under the direction of Anthony Minghella, Damon subtly transforms from a lost, eager-to-please wallflower into a calculating, heartless manipulator, capturing the essence of what made Patricia Highsmith’s original novel so shocking. Mostly filming in the picturesque town of Positano, Minghella brings the art, culture and beauty of the fictional Mongibello to life, without sacrificing the charm and authenticity that make the real Italy so special.
Ghosts
CBS, 8:30pm
Midseason Premiere!
Sam and Jay (Rose McIver and Utkarsh Ambudkar) try to run their bed-and-breakfast while contending with their often troublesome ghostly residents as Season 5 of the sitcom resumes.
9-1-1: Nashville: “Don Begins”
ABC, 9pm
Flashbacks reveal how a devastating house fire reshaped Don’s (Chris O’Donnell) life in the new episode “Don Begins.”
Matlock
CBS, 9pm
Midseason Premiere!
Kathy Bates stars as Matty Matlock in this legal drama returning with new Season 2 episodes. Skye P. Marshall and Jason Ritter also star.
Trivial Pursuit: “A Numbers Game”
The CW, 9pm
A pair of contestants from the world of analytics compete with the goal of winning $20,000 in the new episode “A Numbers Game.” LeVar Burton hosts.
Animal Control: “Roosters and Moles”
FOX, 9pm
When Templeton (Gerry Dee) is nominated for Animal Control Officer of the Year, Frank (Joel McHale) is determined to stop him from winning in the new episode “Roosters and Moles.”
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit: “Corrosive”
NBC, 9pm
In the new episode “Corrosive,” an attempt on a respected judge’s life is connected to an anonymous video posted to the SVU tip line.
Going Dutch: “Swapadakis”
FOX, 9:30pm
In the new episode “Swapadakis,” Maj. Shah (Danny Pudi) needs the weekend off to celebrate his anniversary with Celeste (guest star Milana Vayntrub).
Grey’s Anatomy: “(If You Want It) Do It Yourself”
ABC, 10pm
Teddy and Winston (Kim Raver and Anthony Hill) clash over a case while Lucas (Niko Terho) struggles with prioritizing patients in the new episode “(If You Want It) Do It Yourself.”
Elsbeth
CBS, 10pm
Midseason Premiere!
Elsbeth Tascioni (Carrie Preston) is back helping the NYPD corner brilliant criminals as the second half of Season 3 begins.
The Hunting Party: “Noah Cyrus”
NBC, 10pm
Two decades after his apparent death, a cult leader and serial killer (guest star Kelsey Grammer) appears on the doorstep of one of his followers in the new episode “Noah Cyrus.”
Friday, Feb. 27
NBA Basketball
ESPN, beginning at 7pm Live
Friday night’s NBA slate on ESPN opens with the Cleveland Cavaliers at the Detroit Pistons, followed by a West showdown as Nikola Jokić’s Denver Nuggets visit the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Sheriff Country
CBS, 8pm
Midseason Premiere!
The freshman Fire Country spinoff following Sheriff Mickey Fox (Morena Baccarin) as she keeps the peace in Edgewater returns from winter hiatus.
Happy’s Place: “No”
NBC, 8pm
In the new episode “No,” Bobbie (Reba McEntire) finds an easy way for the tavern to make money, but she’s shocked when Isabella (Belissa Escobedo) doesn’t go for it.
Oscar Goes to Court
TCM, beginning at 8pm
Catch a Classic!
It’s been nearly 70 years since Sidney Lumet’s 12 Angry Men (1957), and filmmakers have yet to replicate the tension bubbling inside of a sweltering 1950s New York courthouse. While TCM’s lineup of courtroom classics, including Witness for the Prosecution (1957), Judgment at Nuremberg (1961) and Adam’s Rib (1949), get eerily close, it’s the adaptation of Reginald Rose’s television play that leaves viewers with the most to chew on. This black-and-white masterstroke thrives on the strength of a powerhouse script and its dynamic performances: With a remarkable ensemble led by Henry Fonda as the inquisitive protagonist, Jack Warden as the ultimate Yankees fan, and Lee J. Cobb as a volcanic force of rage, there isn’t a dull moment in this legal drama. Our verdict: You can’t miss this.
Stumble: “Hildebünch”
NBC, 8:30pm
In the new episode “Hildebünch,” Courteney (Jenn Lyon) must raise the money to get the team to Daytona and recruit new cheerleaders to give them a shot at winning. In order to do so, she must make a deal with the Buttonmeister himself, Augustus Schlimpf (guest star Jeff Hiller).
Fire Country
CBS, 9pm
Midseason Premiere!
Bode Donovan (Max Thieriot) is back battling blazes in Northern California as the drama resumes Season 4. Billy Burke, Diane Farr and Kevin Alejandro also star.
Great Performances: “Samara Joy at Royal Albert Hall”
PBS, 9pm
Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Samara Joy is a legend in the making, with frequent comparisons to Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan. Joy makes her much-anticipated debut at London’s legendary Royal Albert Hall backed by a full orchestra, introducing audiences to her electric combination of youthful energy and old-soul musical style with unique twists on classic songs.
Boston Blue
CBS, 10pm
Midseason Premiere!
Danny and Lena (Donnie Wahlberg and Sonequa Martin-Green) crack new tough cases in Beantown as the Blue Bloods spinoff resumes its first season.
MonsterQuest
History, 10pm
Season Finale!
Tonight’s “Sightings in the Sky” looks at the terrifying accounts of people who claim they were stalked, attacked or even taken by threats from beyond our world, as not all monsters come from the woods — sometimes they come from above. From a famed abduction deep in Maine’s Allagash Wilderness and alien encounters in Fyffe, Alabama, and Portland, Oregon, to the “little green men” siege on a family farm in Kelly, Kentucky, and a chilling abduction case in Arizona — these witnesses say they came face-to-face with monsters from another world.
Saturday, Feb. 28
NHL Hockey
ABC, beginning at 12:30pm Live
A Saturday matinee double feature of NHL matchups on ABC has the Pittsburgh Penguins at the N.Y. Rangers and the Boston Bruins at the Philadelphia Flyers.
NBA Basketball
ABC & Prime Video, beginning at 3pm Live
The NBA says farewell to February with the Houston Rockets at the Miami Heat on Prime Video, followed LeBron James’ L.A. Lakers at the Golden State Warriors in primetime on ABC.
College Basketball
ESPN, ESPN2, FOX, FS1 & TNT, beginning at 3:30pm Live
March Madness fast approaches, but there are a number of regular-season games still worth watching today: Utah at Arizona State (TNT), Kansas at Arizona (ESPN), BYU at West Virginia (FOX), TCU at Kansas State (ESPN2), Baylor at UCF (FS1) and Gonzaga at Saint Mary’s (ESPN).
Kingdom
BBC America, 8pm
Season Finale!
This behind-the-scenes look at Kingdom introduces the conservationists working to protect South Luangwa and its precious wildlife. From rapid response units using chili bombs to control elephants to rangers searching out lethal snares and guns, explore the amazing efforts by scientists, anti-poaching teams and filmmakers that made this series possible.
57th NAACP Image Awards
BET & CBS, 8pm Live
Black excellence in entertainment, podcasting, literature, journalism, the creative arts and more is honored at this ceremony at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in California. Cynthia Erivo, Doechii, Kendrick Lamar, Michael B. Jordan and Teyana Taylor are nominated for Entertainer of the Year.
Romance at Hope Ranch
Hallmark Channel, 8pm
Original Film!
Hope Morgan (Alison Sweeney) sets out to begin a new chapter of her life — fulfilling her childhood dream of running a ranch in the picturesque town of Ruidoso, New Mexico, and reviving the beloved Giddy Up Gala. Gabriel Hogan, who is part of the Hannah Swensen family, is Sweeney’s costar.
Pushed Off a Plane and Survived
Lifetime, 8pm
Original Film!
Following the success of Lifetime’s Buried Alive and Survived, this gripping new movie inspired by real stories reunites the original creative team and cast and follows Jaynie (Eva Marcille, All The Queen’s Men), who miraculously cheats death after her husband Cole’s (Tyler Lepley) betrayal. A skydiving trip turns into a nightmare when she plummets 4,000 feet from the sky … only to survive against all odds.
Storage Wars
A&E, 9pm
Season Premiere!
The hunt is back on! A&E’s hit series returns, and the competition has never been fiercer as fan-favorite treasure hunters dive back into the action. Auctioneers Dan and Laura Dotson fire up the crowd, Brandi Passante keeps everyone guessing with her snarky comments and seasoned instincts, and Dave Hester picks up right where he left off, being a menace to the other buyers. Plus, Ivy Calvin keeps grinding, traveling all over the southland in search of tools and household gold. Kenny Crossley fights an uphill battle, staying determined even as bids soar against him. Lisa DeLarios finally finds her footing — or so she thinks. Lupe and Dusty merge her fashion savvy with his storage know-how, becoming a nearly unstoppable duo. And newcomer Emily Pokoj is ready to prove she can compete with the best. But everything gets turned upside down with the return of Mary Padian, popping in from Texas to stock her online store and sending shock waves through the buyers.
Saturday Night Live: “Connor Storrie/Mumford & Sons”
NBC, 11:25pm Live
Connor Storrie (Heated Rivalry) hosts SNL with English folk rock band Mumford & Sons performing songs from their new album Prizefighter.
McCabe & Mrs. Miller
TCM, 11:45pm
Catch a Classic!
Robert Altman puts the American West to striking use in this excellent period piece about the origins of American greed. Enlisting Warren Beatty as half of the titular duo, this 1971 film flips the genre on its head by casting Hollywood’s favorite doofus in the role of a Western antihero, a man who exploits the vices and gullibility of a small, impressionable town for his own gain. Altman presents him as the all-too probable villain, leaving destruction in his wake, including the quiet devastation of Julie Christie’s Mrs. Miller, in a career-best performance.