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Thursday, April 23
NFL Draft: Round 1
ABC, ESPN & NFL Network, 8pm Live
The 2026 NFL Draft opens tonight with Round 1 in Pittsburgh as teams stock up on rookie talent. The Las Vegas Raiders have the first overall pick, and they’re expected to take Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, national champion and Heisman Trophy winner. Other top prospects include Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, Ohio State safety Caleb Downs, Ohio State edge rusher Arvell Reese and Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey.
Stranger Things: Tales From ’85
Netflix
New Series!
Return to Hawkins with this exciting new animated series from showrunner Eric Robles and executive producers the Duffer Brothers. In the winter of 1985, snow blankets the town and the horrors of the Upside Down are finally fading. Our heroes Eleven, Mike, Will, Dustin, Lucas and Max have settled back into a normal life of D&D, snowball fights and quiet days. But beneath the ice, something terrifying has awakened. Could it be from the Upside Down?
Running Point
Netflix
Season Premiere!
Season 2 raises the stakes, deepens the family drama and finds even more comedy in what it takes to run a modern sports empire. Isla Gordon (Kate Hudson) is no longer the surprise choice to lead the Los Angeles Waves — she’s the one everyone is watching. With the franchise finally rebounding after last year’s scandal, Isla is determined to prove she’s not just keeping the seat warm for her brother Cam (Justin Theroux). What she doesn’t know is that Cam is quietly maneuvering behind the scenes to reclaim his post, turning every misstep into ammunition. To survive the family power plays and the scrutiny of the board, she’ll have to rip up last season’s game plan and come up with a whole new playbook.
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage: “A Country Club, a Yokel and a New Boss”
CBS, 8pm
In the new episode “A Country Club, a Yokel and a New Boss,” Georgie’s (Montana Jordan) plan to land new clients at the local country club backfires when the club’s outdated policies upset Audrey (Rachel Bay Jones).
Scrabble: “Feeling Pumped”
The CW, 8pm
Word enthusiasts compete for a chance to cartwheel into the final round to play for $10,000 in the new episode “Feeling Pumped.” Craig Ferguson hosts.
Next Level Chef: “Use Your Noodle”
FOX, 8pm
With only seven talented cooks remaining, the chefs must make a next-level noodle dish that honors tradition and elevates this globally loved ingredient in the new episode “Use Your Noodle.”
Law & Order: “Ride or Die”
NBC, 8pm
A talented local news reporter is brutally murdered, and Maroun (Odelya Halevi) goes up against her defense-attorney mentor in the new episode “Ride or Die.”
TCM Spotlight: Deep in the Heart of Texas
TCM, beginning at 8pm
Catch a Classic!
Tonight’s Texas spotlight begins with two of the most moving films ever made about ordinary people trying to hold onto dignity in difficult times. First is Places in the Heart (1984), with Sally Field giving a deeply felt performance as a widow fighting to keep her farm during the Depression. Then comes Tender Mercies (1983), the powerful drama that earned Robert Duvall an Oscar for his portrayal of a washed-up country singer searching for redemption. After those two films, the night continues with A Well Spent Life (1971), Written on the Wind (1956), Blossoms in the Dust (1941) and Boom Town (1940).
Ghosts: “The Investor”
CBS, 8:30pm
In the new episode “The Investor,” Sam and Jay (Rose McIver and Utkarsh Ambudkar) are forced into a difficult choice when a promising opportunity to save Woodstone is threatened by a personal conflict.
Matlock
CBS, 9pm
Season Finale!
Season 2 of the legal drama concludes with a two-episode finale. In “Who Are You?” and “Matty Matlock,” the team confronts an unexpected final hurdle in bringing Senior (Beau Bridges) to justice for his role in the Wellbrexa cover-up. Meanwhile, the team defends an airport ramp operator accused of safety negligence in the death of a passenger. CBS has ordered a third season.
Trivial Pursuit: “House Rules”
The CW, 9pm
A new homeowner takes on the six iconic Trivial Pursuit categories to try to win $20,000 in the new episode “House Rules.” LeVar Burton hosts.
Animal Control
FOX, 9pm
Season Finale!
The workplace comedy following Frank (Joel McHale) and his cohorts at an Animal Control precinct wraps up Season 4 with “Golden Moose and Wiener Dogs.” FOX has renewed Animal Control for Season 5.
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit: “Gimmick”
NBC, 9pm
A mysterious death in a hotel leads the squad into the world of professional fighting in the new episode “Gimmick.”
Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries
UPtv, 9pm
New Series!
This series is about finding family in unexpected places and uncovering the truest parts of ourselves. After her engagement is called off, Cheryl Cooper (Galadriel Stineman) escapes to an Amish community in Sugarcreek, Ohio, to manage a gift shop. Drawn into one mystery after another, Cheryl quickly realizes her sharp instincts and outsider perspective are exactly what this tightknit community needs.
Going Dutch
FOX, 9:30pm
Season Finale!
The comedy following Col. Patrick Quinn (Denis Leary), commanding officer of U.S. Army Garrison Stroopsdorf in the Netherlands, finishes Season 2 with “NATOcean’s Eleven.” Taylor Misiak and Danny Pudi also star.
The Hunting Party: “Dylan Miles”
NBC, 10pm
In the new episode “Dylan Miles,” Bex (Melissa Roxburgh) and the team try to guess the next move of a serial-killer comedian.
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Friday, April 24
My Brother the Minotaur
Apple TV
New Series!
A mix of folklore, mystery and adventure, this is the story about a young minotaur — half boy, half bull — found and raised in the human world. With the help of his fiercely loyal human brother, he recruits a bold group of friends to uncover the mystery of his minotaur past and fulfill his destiny, all while battling dark forces determined to see him fail.
Apex
Netflix
Original Film!
A grieving woman (Charlize Theron) testing her limits in the Australian wilderness is suddenly ensnared in a deadly game with a ruthless predator (Taron Egerton). “Working in the rugged, beautiful terrains of Australia with three of the world’s most talented, dedicated actors in Charlize Theron, Taron Egerton and Eric Bana is such a joy — even as I put them through the [ringer] in this unique survivor story,” tells director Baltasar Kormákur.
NFL Draft: Rounds 2-3
ABC, ESPN & NFL Network, 7pm Live
The NFL Draft in Pittsburgh continues with selections from Rounds 2-3.
Sheriff Country: “Twenty Four Candles”
CBS, 8pm
While Skye (Amanda Arcuri) celebrates her 24th birthday, Mickey (Morena Baccarin) investigates a brutal attack tied to a land-grab scheme in the new episode “Twenty Four Candles.”
UFL Football: D.C. at Birmingham
FOX, 8pm Live
Week 5 of the United Football League season opens with the DC Defenders on the road against the Stallions at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Alabama.
Happy’s Place
NBC, 8pm
Season Finale!
Two episodes wrap up Season 2 of this sitcom. In “Everyone’s a Critic,” the staff is not pleased with Isabella’s (Belissa Escobedo) “compliment sandwich” during performance reviews. Then, in “Couples Counseling,” Isabella accuses Bobbie (Reba McEntire) of stealing customers, causing the sisters to attend couples therapy.
Fire Country: “Not Worth the Risk”
CBS, 9pm
Bode (Max Thieriot) sets out to prove his leadership skills during a historic cold snap that plunges Edgewater into crisis mode in the new episode “Not Worth the Risk.”
Great Performances: Now Hear This: “The Call of Istanbul”
PBS, 9pm
Explore the layered sounds of Istanbul, where empires met and music evolved. Host Scott Yoo joins Turkish musicians who perform everything from European classical music to modern jazz.
Rock ’n’ Roll High School
TCM, 9:45pm
Catch a Classic!
Roger Corman made a career out of turning small budgets into big entertainment, and this 1979 film shows just how great he was at it. Executive produced by Corman, this chaotic teen comedy stars P.J. Soles as a rebellious student who declares war on her school’s strict new principal. The film also features the Ramones, whose music helps fuel the movie’s anarchic and punk spirit.
Boston Blue: “Anatomy of a Bomb”
CBS, 10pm
In the new episode “Anatomy of a Bomb,” Danny and Lena (Donnie Wahlberg and Sonequa Martin-Green) work to calm a volatile situation after a crisis erupts at a local hospital over a critical transplant error.
International Jazz Day From Abu Dhabi
PBS, 10pm
This special features performances by jazz and blues musicians from around the globe who gathered in Abu Dhabi last year to celebrate International Jazz Day. Hosted by actor Jeremy Irons, and led by Herbie Hancock and Musical Director John Beasley, the concert features internationally acclaimed artists, including Dee Dee Bridgewater, A Bu, Etienne Charles, Kurt Elling, Ruthie Foster, José James, John McLaughlin, Hélène Mercier, Marcus Miller, Danilo Pérez, John Pizzarelli, Dianne Reeves, David Sánchez, Arturo Sandoval, Janis Siegel, Varijashree Venugopal and many others.
America Laughs With Matt Friend
CNN, 11pm
CNN airs this exclusive political satire and late-night comedy special hosted by famed comedian Matt Friend. Filmed in Washington, D.C., the program celebrates the longstanding tradition of combining comedy and politics to bring people together from across the political spectrum during the weekend of the annual White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner. The hour will feature a monologue from Friend as well as appearances from special guests and surprise elements. “Comedy and politics have always had a unique connection, and I’m excited to bring that bipartisan energy to Washington with CNN for this special,” Friend says. “We are in an increasingly divided country and world. For my show with CNN, I aim to poke fun at everyone and allow room for all to laugh in a Johnny Carson spirit.”
Saturday, April 25
Building Back America’s Trades
Magnolia Network, 10am
Season Finale!
In “Building the Future,” the Season 1 finale, innovation meets urgency as students confront a housing crisis. From AI robots to the resilience of the human spirit, futures take shape, revealing how new technology and old-fashioned mentorship can redefine who gets to build the future of America.
NFL Draft: Rounds 4-7
ABC, ESPN & NFL Network, 12pm Live
The NFL Draft concludes with Rounds 4-7 taking place today in Pittsburgh.
NWSL Soccer: Bay FC at Gotham FC
CBS, 1pm Live
Bay FC takes on Gotham FC in a National Women’s Soccer League matchup at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey.
MLB Baseball
FOX & FS1, beginning at 3pm Live
The Cleveland Guardians are at the Toronto Blue Jays on FS1, followed by the Detroit Tigers at the Cincinnati Reds or the Chicago Cubs at the L.A. Dodgers on FOX’s primetime regional game.
NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Race at Talladega
The CW, 4pm Live
Justin Allgaier, Jesse Love, Austin Hill and other stars of the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race for 300.58 miles around Alabama’s Talladega Superspeedway.
UFL Football: St. Louis at Orlando
ESPN, 7pm Live
The St. Louis Battlehawks visit the Storm at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando, Florida, for a United Football League Week 5 matchup on ESPN.
I’ll Be Seeing You
Hallmark Channel, 8pm
Original Film!
When a work errand derails Amy’s weekend plans with her grandma, they embark on a road trip with one sentimental detour but need the help of a charming activities director. Stars Tyler Hynes, Stacey Farber and Christine Ebersole.
Behind Closed Doors
Lifetime, 8pm
Premiere Film!
A murder suspect, fleeing a manhunt, forces his way into Morgan’s home, holding her and her family captive. They are instructed to lie low and alert no one until he’s able to escape. She cooperates and does everything she can to keep her family safe until the fugitive leaves, but he doesn’t. Stars Jennifer Pudavick and Dennis Andres.
Pick Your Poison
TCM, beginning at 8pm
Catch a Classic!
Murder has rarely been as funny as it is in tonight’s double feature, which begins with the classic dark comedy Arsenic and Old Lace (1944). Cary Grant gives one of his most memorable comic performances as a man who learns that the sweet elderly aunts who raised him have a shocking little secret: They have been poisoning lonely men as an act of charity. The night continues with Murder, He Says (1945), another comedy that finds humor in some very strange circumstances.
Sunday, April 26
Baseball Movies
MOVIES!, beginning at 12pm
Catch a Classic!
Baseball is the theme of the afternoon with a lineup of classic films built around America’s favorite pastime. It begins with the original Angels in the Outfield (1951), the charming fantasy about a struggling team that starts winning after heavenly help arrives. The schedule continues with The Kid From Left Field (1953), a comedy starring Dan Dailey as a former ballplayer whose young son unexpectedly becomes a baseball sensation. Next is It Happens Every Spring (1949), the lighthearted story of a chemistry professor who accidentally invents a formula that makes baseballs impossible to hit. The lineup closes with It Happened in Flatbush (1942), a drama starring Lloyd Nolan as a veteran shortstop trying to revive both his career and his team.
NASCAR Cup Series: Jack Link’s 500
FOX, 3pm Live
The Jack Link’s 500 at Alabama’s Talladega Superspeedway has Tyler Reddick, Ryan Blaney, Bubba Wallace, Chase Elliott and other top Cup Series drivers competing for 188 laps around the 2.66-mile tri-oval.
Collector’s Call: “Meet Paul Lisnek — TV/Movie Memorabilia”
MeTV, 6:30pm
Chicagoan Paul Lisnek (who was featured in Season 1 with his U.S. historical political collection) is a man of many talents: a lawyer, an award-winning television and radio host, a nationally recognized jury and trial consultant, an on-air political and legal analyst, an author, and a prolific collector. Paul is making a return appearance, but this time he is showcasing his enormous TV/movie memorabilia collection. His home is filled with everything from Lucille Ball’s personal makeup kit to a T Bird jacket signed by Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta, Gilligan’s hat, and a cane signed by Charlie Chaplin.
Biography: WWE Legends: “The Curse of the Von Erichs”
A&E, 8pm
“My dad was a mountain of a man,” said Kevin Von Erich, the only surviving son and brother of one of wrestling’s most iconic dynasties. Family patriarch Fritz Von Erich and his wife Doris had six sons, but by 1993 they had lost five of them (at ages 6, 21, 23, 25 and 33) under heart-wrenching circumstances. This is their story. The two-part episode concludes May 3.
Marshals: “In Low Places”
CBS, 8pm
With one of their own taken prisoner, the Marshals strategize a risky assault on a paramilitary compound in the new episode “In Low Places.”
24 in 24: Last Chef Standing
Food Network, 8pm
Season Premiere!
Chefs get ready for their longest day ever as cohosts Michael Symon and Esther Choi invite 24 of America’s best chefs to an intense competition of 24 challenges in 24 nonstop hours. In the first shift, the chefs learn that any studying they’ve done will be useless, as this season is completely different and will test the chefs in unexpected and devious ways.
Family Guy: “Lower G.I. Joe”
FOX, 8pm
In the new episode “Lower G.I. Joe,” a colonoscopy reveals that Peter (voice of Seth MacFarlane) has a rare collectible toy action figure lodged in his intestine.
Call the Midwife
PBS, 8pm
Dr. Turner (Stephen McGann) receives shocking news that will affect the future of the maternity house.
Bob’s Burgers: “The Keyboard Kid”
FOX, 8:30pm
Tina (voice of Dan Mintz) hopes her fast but weird typing style gets her an “A” in typing class so she can attend an upcoming field trip in the new episode “The Keyboard Kid.”
Tracker: “Alaskan Wild”
CBS, 9pm
In the new episode “Alaskan Wild,” Colter (Justin Hartley) is pulled into a tense case involving a teenage boy’s missing parents, uncovering a dangerous situation far more complicated than it first appears.
Supernova Strikers: Genesis
Netflix, 9pm Live
In this live event from Mexico City, influencers, celebrities, YouTube stars and comedians face off in boxing matches in front of 22,000 spectators, with performances from top local artists like Carín León between each bout.
The Forsytes
PBS, 9pm
Season Finale!
Season 1 of the period drama concludes as Soames (Joshua Orpin) commissions a country house and Jo (Danny Griffin) decides his future. Meanwhile, Ann (Francesca Annis) reveals a dark secret. The series will return for Season 2.
WWE LFG (Legends & Future Greats)
A&E, 10pm
Season Premiere!
The new season promises an all-new format, as athletes battle for a shot at WWE stardom. The series takes viewers behind the scenes at the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida, where competitors face relentless training where there are no limits and one defining moment could advance a Future Great to NXT or end their journey in the program altogether. Guided by iconic coaches and special guests including Booker T, Bubba Ray Dudley, Kevin Owens, Natalya and others, see the next generation of hopefuls as they battle it out in front of packed crowds for a chance at greatness.
Watson: “The Rule of Three”
CBS, 10pm
In the new episode “The Rule of Three,” Adam’s (Peter Mark Kendall) wife goes in for a C-section to deliver triplets, but chaos ensues when their OB-GYN passes out in the operating room.
The Count of Monte Cristo: “Providence”
PBS, 10pm
The drama based on the Alexandre Dumas novel continues with the new episode “Providence.” Edmond (Sam Claflin) infiltrates Paris high society to meddle in the lives of those he wishes to destroy.
WWE’s Greatest Moments
A&E, 11pm
Season Premiere!
Hosted by legendary play-by-play announcer Michael Cole, each half-hour episode pays tribute to WWE Superstars and Legends such as Hulk Hogan, Chyna, “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, Lex Luger, Seth Rollins and more. From unforgettable debuts and backstage chaos to highlights from the premium live events like Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber and WrestleMania, relive some of the most iconic moments from the ’80s, ’90s and 2000s.
Monday, April 27
From the World of John Wick: Ballerina
HBO Max
Taking place during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 — Parabellum, the 2025 film follows Eve Macarro (Ana de Armas), who is beginning her training in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma. Also stars Anjelica Huston, Gabriel Byrne, Lance Reddick, Catalina Sandino Moreno and Norman Reedus, with Ian McShane and Keanu Reeves.
MLB Baseball: Tampa Bay at Cleveland
FS1, 6pm Live
A three-game series between the Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians begins tonight at Progressive Field in Cleveland.
The Neighborhood: “Welcome to the Chat”
CBS, 8pm
When Tina (Tichina Arnold) oversteps at daycare, a well‑meaning effort to fix it takes a turn after a message is sent to the wrong chat. Marilu Henner guest-stars as Dave’s (Max Greenfield) mom in the new episode “Welcome to the Chat.”
Sullivan’s Crossing: “Open Wounds”
The CW, 8pm
Maggie and Cal (Morgan Kohan and Chad Michael Murray) continue to deal with the fallout of Liam’s (Marcus Rosner) arrival in the new episode “Open Wounds.”
DMV: “Abuela”
CBS, 8:30pm
In the new episode “Abuela,” Colette (Harriet Dyer) agrees to oversee Ceci’s (Gigi Zumbado) grandmother’s driving test to win her approval, only to discover Ceci’s request to fail her is far more personal.
FBI: “Fidelity”
CBS, 9pm
When an FBI evidence locker is robbed, leaving behind a dead Evidence Response Team agent, the team discovers a vigilante duo looking to take down a sex-trafficking ring in the new episode “Fidelity.”
The Rookie: “Dead Ringer”
ABC, 10pm
Nolan and Harper (Nathan Fillion and Mekia Cox) try to help a desperate mother protect her child in the new episode “Dead Ringer.”
CIA: “Blood Money”
CBS, 10pm
A woman with intel on a dangerous terror leader connects Colin and Bill (Tom Ellis and Nick Gehlfuss) to a family business engaged in terror operations in the new episode “Blood Money.”
History’s Greatest Warriors: “The Spartans”
History, 10pm
The Spartan is one of the most powerful soldiers in the world from the seventh century B.C. to the fourth century B.C. His unmatched discipline and lifelong dedication to rigorous military training begins in childhood. Equipped with a spear, shield and armor, he defeats enemies with precise tactics and unwavering courage, forming the backbone of Sparta’s fearsome phalanx. Tonight’s episode explores these warriors by revealing the step-by-step process for creating them.
More Than a Miracle
TCM, 10:30pm
Catch a Classic!
Sophia Loren’s charm and comedic timing are on full display in this 1967 romantic fantasy that airs tonight as part of TCM’s monthlong spotlight on Loren. Here she plays a spirited peasant woman whose stubborn independence catches the attention of a Spanish nobleman, played by Omar Sharif. Directed by Francesco Rosi, the film blends fairy tale romance with humor, and while it is one of her lesser-known films, it is a great choice for fans of Loren.
Tuesday, April 28
MLB Baseball: Detroit at Atlanta
TBS, 7pm Live
The Detroit Tigers visit Truist Park in Atlanta for Game 1 of a three-game series against the Braves.
NCIS: “Bad Impressions”
CBS, 8pm
Guest Star Alert!
The team races to help one of their own who has been framed for murder and caught in a widening conspiracy that could compromise national security. Guest star LL Cool J reprises his NCIS: Los Angeles role as Sam Hanna in the new episode “Bad Impressions.”
Ann-Margret’s 85th Birthday
TCM, beginning at 8pm
Catch a Classic!
You can’t think about Ann-Margret without thinking of those wild hip twists and energetic hair flips. As today marks her 85th birthday, TCM celebrates the Swedish-born icon by showcasing a marathon of her films. The night begins with Bye Bye Birdie (1963), where her music talents (she started singing when she was 6) and uninhibited charisma not only made her a breakout star but also turned her into one of the most vibrant stars of the 1960s. In the next film, The Cincinnati Kid (1965), the actress set the tone with her cool sensuality opposite Steve McQueen within the poker world. Ann-Margret then grounds the crime drama Once a Thief (1965) as the wife of an ex-con trying to lead a normal life who is caught at the moral crossroads of loyalty and survival. Finishing off the birthday marathon is a late-night airing of the romantic comedy Made in Paris (1966).
R.J. Decker
ABC, 9pm
Season Finale!
Season 1 of the drama ends with “Even Walls Fall Down.” After R.J. (Scott Speedman) learns the truth about what happened on the fateful day his camera was stolen, he enlists his inner circle to help him take down Victor Ochoa (David Zayas).
Secrets Declassified With David Duchovny: “Secret Units”
History, 10pm
Behind official policy often stands unofficial actors. Discover the audacious operations of Red Cell, the covert Navy SEAL team that staged attacks on U.S. bases to expose deadly weaknesses; “The Shop,” the CIA’s clandestine cadre of expert thieves and lock-pickers who stole secrets worldwide; and the Alamo Scouts, the elite World War II special forces unit whose exploits remained a hidden chapter of history for decades.
Wednesday, April 29
The House of the Spirits
Prime Video
New Series!
This highly anticipated adaptation of Isabel Allende’s iconic international novel tells the epic saga of a proud and passionate family, secret loves, and bloody revolution. The Trueba family’s passions, struggles and secrets span a century of violent social change, culminating in a crisis that hurls the proud, tyrannical patriarch and his beloved granddaughter toward opposite sides of the fence.
Widow’s Bay
Apple TV
New Series!
Blending some genuine horror with character-driven comedy, Matthew Rhys (The Americans) stars as Mayor Tom Loftis, a man who is desperately trying to revive his struggling New England community of Widow’s Bay. The quaint island town has no Wi-Fi and spotty cellular reception, and locals believe their island is cursed. When the mayor starts to turn the island around, the old stories that seemed too ludicrous to be true start happening again. Also starring are Kate O’Flynn, Stephen Root, Kingston Rumi Southwick, Kevin Carroll and Dale Dickey. The 10-episode series debuts with three episodes, and new episodes will drop on Wednesdays.
Chicago Med: “Exit Strategies”
NBC, 8pm
A patient’s dangerous and complicated labor forces Hannah (Jessy Schram) to confront her past in the new episode “Exit Strategies.”
TCM Spotlight: April Showers
TCM, beginning at 8pm
Catch a Classic!
“It is rain that grows flowers,” and it is rain that is celebrated tonight in TCM’s themed movie marathon. The night kicks off with 1956’s The Rainmaker, which starred Burt Lancaster and Katharine Hepburn in a Depression-era romance. Hepburn earned a Best Actress nomination (she lost to Ingrid Bergman) for her role as a desperate spinster in a drought-ridden Kansas town. Following is 1956’s wartime romance Miracle in the Rain starring Jane Wyman and Van Johnson, and 1969’s drama The Rain People starring James Caan, Shirley Knight and Robert Duvall. In late night is the 1952 musical classic Singin’ in the Rain and 1932’s Rain.
Chicago Fire: “Exit Point”
NBC, 9pm
In the new episode “Exit Point,” Severide (Taylor Kinney) investigates a fire at an abandoned store inhabited by squatters.
NOVA: “Athens: Birth of Democracy”
PBS, 9pm
The new episode “Athens: Birth of Democracy” follows archaeological investigations into the dramatic origins of democracy in Greece 2,500 years ago. Mass graves and ancient ruins where tyrants were murdered shine new light on the birth of a revolutionary form of government.
America’s Culinary Cup: “Passport to Pressure”
CBS, 10pm
In the new episode “Passport to Pressure,” the remaining five chefs must prepare a global cuisine to impress a table of judges so intimidating, even the coolest of chefs start to crack under the pressure. Padma Lakshmi hosts.
Chicago P.D.: “Going Back”
NBC, 10pm
Ruzek’s (Patrick John Flueger) investigation into a mysterious VHS tape found among his father’s belongings causes the Intelligence Unit to reexamine a cold case in the new episode “Going Back.”
Shared Planet
PBS, 10pm
New Series!
This new series takes viewers around the globe to uncover inspiring stories of people and wildlife thriving together. From remote villages to bustling cities, Shared Planet reveals how humans and animals can coexist in harmony, and the extraordinary ways this balance benefits both.
Thursday, April 30
Scarborn
Viaplay
Set in 18th-century Poland and inspired by true events, Scarborn had 16 nominations and six wins at the Polish Film Awards. The story follows Ignac (Bartosz Bielenia), an illiterate serf on a dangerous quest to prove his noble lineage. His journey becomes entwined with revolutionary leader Tadeusz Kościuszko (Jacek Braciak), as tensions rise toward a national uprising. Blending historical drama with the energy of a revenge thriller, Scarborn delivers a stylish, genre-bending take on Polish history — combining visceral action, dark humor, and a contemporary edge that has resonated strongly with audiences and critics alike.
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage: “A New Scoreboard and a Horse’s You Know What”
CBS, 8pm
In the new episode “A New Scoreboard and a Horse’s You Know What,” Georgie and Fagenbacher (Montana Jordan and guest star Matt Letscher) are at odds after Fagenbacher tries to sabotage Georgie’s attempt to honor his dad.
Scrabble: “Hannibal Letters”
The CW, 8pm
Contestants hunt for the best bonus squares to take out their opponents and bring home $10,000 in the new episode “Hannibal Letters.” Craig Ferguson hosts.
Law & Order: “Accidentally Like a Martyr”
NBC, 8pm
In the new episode “Accidentally Like a Martyr,” Price and Maroun (Hugh Dancy and Odelya Halevi) have an uphill battle in court when the defense presents two viable suspects in the case of a woman from a famous family who was found dead on her birthday.
Terms of Endearment
TCM, 8pm
Catch a Classic!
Get out your hankies for this tear-jerking, Best Picture Oscar-winning 1983 comedy/drama from writer/director James L. Brooks, based on Larry McMurtry’s novel. The film follows 30 years of the relationship between Aurora Greenway (Best Actress Oscar winner Shirley MacLaine) and her daughter Emma (Best Actress nominee Debra Winger). Best Supporting Actor winner Jack Nicholson and Best Supporting Actor nominee John Lithgow are also part of the exceptional cast, and the film’s emotional heft is enhanced by Michael Gore’s Oscar-nominated score.
Ghosts: “Under New Management”
CBS, 8:30pm
When new pressures threaten Sam and Jay’s (Rose McIver and Utkarsh Ambudkar) control over Woodstone, they’re forced to navigate unexpected challenges to protect its future in the new episode “Under New Management.”
9-1-1: Nashville: “Saboteurs”
ABC, 9pm
Elena and Roxie (Anna Akana and Juani Feliz) go on an awkward date in the new episode “Saboteurs.”
Elsbeth: “High Class Problems”
CBS, 9pm
After a billionaire’s son dies in a motorcycle crash, Elsbeth (Carrie Preston) investigates wealth therapist Dr. Mallory Haynes (guest star Constance Wu) in the new episode “High Class Problems.”
Trivial Pursuit: “Shake It Off”
The CW, 9pm
A Taylor Swift superfan takes on the six iconic Trivial Pursuit categories to try to win $20,000 in the new episode “Shake It Off.” LeVar Burton hosts.
Mysteries Unearthed With Danny Trejo: “Strange Finds”
History, 9pm
Some discoveries defy explanation, like fossilized vomit from the Jurassic era, a sewer blob with a pulse, even a long-lost toy discovered inside a man’s lung. These freaky finds prove that reality can be stranger — and far creepier — than fiction.
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit: “Impropriety”
NBC, 9pm
Benson (Mariska Hargitay) faces serious consequences when she chooses to protect a victim’s secret under the pressure of cross-examination in the new episode “Impropriety.”
The Hunting Party: “Nancy Albright”
NBC, 10pm
In the new episode “Nancy Albright,” Bex (Melissa Roxburgh) and the team race to find a drug addict searching for a new type of high.
Friday, May 1
Sheriff Country: “The Hunting Party”
CBS, 8pm
In the new episode “The Hunting Party,” Mickey (Morena Baccarin) investigates a fatal shooting that appears to be a tragic accident during a boar hunt, setting off a chain of events with far-reaching consequences for Edgewater.
UFL Football: Houston at Columbus
FOX, 8pm Live
Week 6 of the United Football League season has the Houston Gamblers at the Columbus Aviators at Historic Crew Stadium.
Star of the Month: Gregory Peck
TCM, beginning at 8pm
Catch a Classic!
If it weren’t for a college theater director who urged Eldred Gregory Peck to pursue acting, we might never have known the legendary artist. But thankfully, Peck dropped his pre-med studies (and his first name), eventually becoming one of Hollywood’s most prolific leading men. Considered one of the last gentlemen of Hollywood’s golden age, Peck wasn’t a pushover. “I can be tough and combative when the occasion demands,” he once said. “I couldn’t have survived for 30 years in the highly competitive business of movies without being stubborn.” Garnering his first of five Best Actor Oscar nominations in 1946, Peck finally took home the statue in 1963 for his portrayal of Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird, which is where TCM’s tribute begins. The evening follows with Spellbound (1945) and Gentleman’s Agreement (1947), and then late-night/early-morning airings of The Yearling (1946) and The Valley of Decision (1945).
Fire Country: “Sometimes the Chaos Wins”
CBS, 9pm
In the new episode “Sometimes the Chaos Wins,” Station 42 races into action to rescue a trapped woman after a powerful storm caused a massive telephone pole to crash through a home.
My Lottery Dream Home: “Snow Place Like Home in Hub 2.0”
HGTV, 9pm
In tonight’s new episode, David Bromstad will meet returning clients Steve and Jen in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains. Traveling the majority of the year for Steve’s job as a racecar instructor, the couple will ask David to find them a cozy mountain cabin as a second home base in addition to their Florida beach hub.
Great Performances: “Now Hear This: The Iceland Sound”
PBS, 9pm
Despite its small population, Iceland produces some of the best musicians in the world. To find out how, Scott Yoo crosses this sunlit, rainy, volcanic land of extremes to meet composers Anna Thorvaldsdottir and Daniel Bjarnason, popular musician JFDR, instrument makers, music historians, and one of Iceland’s most famous chefs.
Zillow Gone Wild
HGTV, 9:30pm
Season Premiere!
The Season 3 premiere sees comedian and actor Jack McBrayer arriving in Terlingua, Texas, to tour a home that contains 40 feet of an original Boeing 727 complete with the original cockpit. Then, a trippy studio designed to make your eyes vibrate will take center stage in Pennsylvania. In Jack’s last stop, he’ll feast his eyes on an all-out ’70s pink penthouse owned by a rosy-hued enthusiast in Miami.
Boston Blue: “L’dor Vador”
CBS, 10pm
When a captured serial killer hints at the whereabouts of a missing child, Danny (Donnie Wahlberg) teams up with a familiar ally in a tense race against time. Guest star Bridget Moynahan reprises her Blue Bloods role as Erin Reagan in the new episode “L’dor Vador.”
Saturday, May 2
Be My Guest With Ina Garten
Food Network, 12pm
Season Finale!
Journalist Michael Barbaro joins Ina in the kitchen for the season finale.
Horse Racing: 152nd Kentucky Derby
NBC, 2:30pm Live
The first leg in horse racing’s Triple Crown, the prestigious Kentucky Derby, is run today at Churchill Downs in Louisville. The race is contested at 1 1/4 miles, with a $3.1 million winner’s share on the line.
MLB Baseball
FOX & FS1, beginning at 4pm Live
Saturday MLB action on FOX Sports starts in Pittsburgh as the Cincinnati Reds face the Pirates. In FOX’s primetime regional game, viewers will see either the L.A. Dodgers at the St. Louis Cardinals or the Texas Rangers at the Detroit Tigers.
Kentucky Roses
Hallmark Channel, 8pm
Original Film!
Hallmark Channel pairs up with Churchill Downs Racetrack, home of the Kentucky Derby, for this movie shot on location at the legendary horse racing venue in Louisville. The story follows Sadie Moore (Odette Annable), who works in the greenhouse at Churchill Downs and dreams of one day becoming a florist who contributes to the Derby’s garland of roses. Sadie meets Ash Taylor (Andrew Walker), who has been hired to do emergency repairs on one of the grandstand’s famous spires. Romance soon blooms, but both Sadie and Ash feel the weight of their family legacies and a long-buried, bittersweet love story from the past that threatens to repeat itself.
Kidnapped in Her Own Home: The Martha Carelli Story
Lifetime, 8pm
Original Film!
Castle star Stana Katic returns to TV in this chilling film based on a true story about Martha Carelli, a woman whose quiet life is shattered when a masked fugitive hiding in her basement takes her hostage. Forced to drive him across state lines, Martha finds herself trapped in a dangerous psychological battle where survival depends on both courage and cunning. The film was inspired by Ann Rule’s true-crime story “The Painter’s Wife,” from the book Smoke, Mirrors, and Murder.
Two for One: Noah Wyle
TCM, beginning at 8pm
Catch a Classic!
Tonight, TCM primetime host Ben Mankiewicz is joined by Noah Wyle (ER, The Pitt), who introduces two films of his choosing. Wyle will offer commentary on each title’s cultural significance and its influence on other films, behind-the-scenes stories, and his own personal reflections on them. Wyle has chosen the John Huston-directed gritty neo-noir Fat City (1972), which focuses on the bleak lives of small-time boxers, including a washed-up fighter (Stacy Keach) and a potential up-and-coming talent (Jeff Bridges). Wyle’s second selection is the heavy sports drama Inside Moves (1980), starring John Savage and David Morse, which shares the story of a troubled, partially crippled man who works to fulfill his dream as a basketball star.
To Philly With Love
Hallmark Channel, 10pm
Original Film!
This is an encore airing of last month’s Hallmark premiere, which finds a teacher and an archivist decoding Revolutionary War-era love letters. Their findings take them on a thrilling journey through Philadelphia, where they uncover history and a love story of their own. Stars Rebecca Dalton and Stephen Huszar.
Saturday Night Live: “Olivia Rodrigo”
NBC, 11:25pm Live
Actor and singer Olivia Rodrigo (“Drop Dead”) does double duty as host and musical guest in tonight’s new episode.