Much of the original cast of once dominant show “CSI” is back in a continuation called “CSI: Las Vegas” on CBS Wednesday. The crime drama ended in 2015 after a 15-year run.
On Netflix, Dave Chappelle has yet another comedy special set to debut Tuesday. On the same day, the HBO series “Level Playing Field” takes a look at the Atlanta Dream’s political efforts in Georgia last year despite its Republican owner.
Apple TV+ finishes the second season run of its Emmy-winning show “Ted Lasso” Friday while Disney+ offers up a “Fauci” documentary on Wednesday.
Two music specials featuring major stars are coming out on streaming services: “Justin Bieber: One World” on Amazon Prime and “Madame X” featuring Madonna on Paramount+, both on Friday.
Other shows returning for the fall season include CBS’s “Young Sheldon” Thursday, ABC’s “Shark Tank” Friday and CBS’ “The Equalizer,” “NCIS: Los Angeles” and “SEAL Team” Sunday.
On basic cable, the BET Hip Hop Awards presentation returns Tuesday.
And Kim Kardashian West hosts NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” for the first time Saturday.
Fox News celebrates 25 years on air on Thursday.
This covers Monday, Oct. 4, through Sunday, Oct. 10.
MONDAY
“Y: The Last Man” 12:01 a.m. Hulu on FX — Yorick, Agent 355 and Dr. Mann hit a snag on their way to San Francisco.
“9-1-1″ 8 p.m. Fox — As the citywide blackout continues to cause mayhem in Los Angeles, Athena races to save her family from a tragedy.
“Dancing With the Stars” 8 p.m. ABC — It’s Britney Spears theme night.
“The Neighborhood” 8 p.m. CBS — When Gemma hires Alexis (guest star Nicole Sullivan)to teach at her school, Tina suspects the new teacher may not be quite who she claims to be.
“The Big Leap” 9 p.m. Fox — Monica comes face-to-face with her past when the contestants head to Chicago to watch a performance of “Swan Lake,” performed by her old ballet company.
“NCIS” 9 p.m. CBS — Gibbs and Parker go on a road trip to find one of the serial killer’s victims.
“NCIS: Hawaii” 10 p.m. CBS — Kai goes undercover with one of Hawaii’s oldest surf gangs when a petty officer who’s trying to help wayward kids find a new path in the Marines is murdered.
“Ordinary Joe” 10 p.m. NBC — Jenny Banks’ birthday gives everyone something to celebrate.
“The Good Doctor″ 10 p.m. ABC — Dr. Shaun Murphy and the team race to save a pregnant woman’s baby and find her current situation as a convicted felon complicates it even more than they realize.
TUSEDAY
“Only Murders in the Building” 12:01 a.m. Hulu — Hitting a dead end, the group calls for reinforcements in the form of their podcast’s superfans.
“Escape the Undertaker” 3:01 a.m. Netflix — In this WWE interactive film, the Undertaker has set a trap for the decorated tag team the New Day at his mansion. What they don’t know: The Undertaker’s mansion is an extreme haunted house, packed to the brim with supernatural challenges. It’s up to viewers to decide the fate of these three poor souls trying to survive the wrath of the Undertaker.
“Dave Chappelle: The Closer” 3:01 a.m. Netflix — The sixth Netflix Chappelle comedy special.
“Generation Gamble” 8 p.m. CNBC — CNBC’s Melissa Lee takes viewers on a journey to the intersection of online betting, trading and gaming — all of which surged in popularity and profits during the pandemic.
“Level Playing Field” 8 p.m. HBO (first season finale) — An examination of the WNBA’s Atlanta Dream’s landmark role in the election of U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock and the ongoing fight against voter suppression in Georgia. The Dream players’ impassioned campaign against Georgia’s then-U.S. senator — and team owner — Kelly Loeffler made an undeniable imprint on one of the most closely watched Senate races of all time.
“FBI” 8 p.m. CBS — After the team finds a connection between bombings at government agencies and a private veterans’ club in New York City, Isobel tells OA to recruit his former Army buddy Chris for intel since he spends time at the club.
“The Resident” 8 p.m. Fox — When an accident brings a familiar patient into the Chastain ER, the doctors must face the reality of figuring out how to proceed with the best care.
“Queen Sugar” 8 p.m. OWN — Violet and Hollywood discuss their future, Micah and Isaiah’s friendship further develops, and Ralph Angel makes a tough decision.
“2021 BET Hip Hop Awards” 9 p.m. BET, VH1 — DC Young Fly, Karlous Miller and Chico Bean host.
“FBI: International” 9 p.m. CBS — The team investigates when the hijacking of millions worth of cryptocurrency en route to a safety vault in Switzerland leaves an American transporter dead and another on the run.
“La Brea” 9 p.m. NBC — With Josh’s life on the line, Eve traverses the dangerous wilderness back to the clearing to save him.
“Impeachment: American Crime Story” 10 p.m. FX — As Monica prepares to leave D.C., she grows concerned that someone is sharing news about her affair.
“New Amsterdam” 10 p.m. NBC — Max and Sharpe go public with their relationship at the hospital.
WEDNESDAY
“Fauci” 3:01 a.m. Disney+ — A portrait of one of America’s most vital public servants.
“Among the Stars” 3:01 a.m. Disney+ (new series) — Embeds viewers with NASA astronaut Capt. Chris Cassidy as he embarks on one last mission.
“Bad Sport” 3:01 a.m. Netflix (new series) — True crime and sports intersect in a docuseries that examines global controversies and scandals with firsthand accounts from those involved.
“Survivor” 8 p.m. CBS — Castaways stumble upon a sneaky advantage that comes at a great risk.
“Chicago Med” 8 p.m. NBC — Dylan and Will deal with a dishonest patient whose lupus is in remission.
“The Wonder Years” 8:30 p.m. ABC — Dean stumbles upon some “racy literature” and shares it with friends at school.
“The Conners” 9 p.m. ABC— Part of Becky’s recovery program mandates she make amends with people she has lied to over the years, leading her to meet up again with former high school friend Mikey to apologize for lying.
“Tough as Nails” 9 p.m. CBS (second season debut) — One contestant is Alfredo Rivera, a construction supervisor from Lilburn.
“Chicago Fire” 9 p.m. NBC — Griffin learns the truth about his father’s death and reveals why he really came to visit Casey. G
“American Horror Story” 10 p.m. FX — The president struggles with the morality of a deal he must make.
“CSI: Vegas” 10 p.m. CBS (new series) — William Petersen, Jorja Fox and Wallace Langham are all back.
“A Million Little Things” 10 p.m. ABC — When the girls decide to throw Katherine a celebratory divorce party, the guys get together to watch the hockey game and distract Eddie.
THURSDAY
“Baker’s Dozen” 12:01 a.m. Hulu (new series) — Thirteen bakers decorate cakes that dazzle the eye. Five surviving bakers then showcase their trademark bakes hoping to make it to the next round.
“The Billion Dollar Code” 3:01 a.m. Netflix (new series) — Two Germans sue Google for stealing their idea.
“15 Minutes of Shame” 3:01 a.m. HBO Max — A journey through the world of public shaming executive produced by Monica Lewinsky.
“Sexy Beasts” 3:01 a.m. Netflix (second season debut) — Hoping to say goodbye to superficial dating, real-life singles sport elaborate makeup and prosthetics to put true blind-date chemistry to the test.
“One of Us Is Lying” 3:01 a.m. Peacock (new series) — The story of what happens when five high schoolers walk into detention and only four make it out alive. Everyone is a suspect, and everyone has something to hide.
“Station 19″ 8 p.m. ABC — Andy and Sullivan’s relationship continues to be tested.
“Young Sheldon” 8 p.m. CBS (fifth season debut) — Sheldon and Missy both run away from home, and Mary gets upsetting news about George Sr.
“Grey’s Anatomy” 9 p.m. ABC — Meredith seeks advice from Amelia. Meanwhile, Richard is reenergized as he takes teaching to a new level at the hospital, and Winston treats a patient suffering from kidney failure.
“Law & Order: SVU” 9 p.m. NBC — The SVU searches for a serial rapist who preys on mothers with young children.
“Ghosts” 9:01 p.m. CBS (new series) — Samantha and Jay throw both caution and money to the wind when they decide to convert a rundown country estate they inherited into a bed-and-breakfast.
“What We Do in the Shadows” 10 p.m. Syfy — Two travelers are shipwrecked and a doll runs away from home.
“Bull” 10 a.m. CBS (sixth season debut) — Bull and the TAC team must call upon all their collective experience to locate Bull’s kidnapped daughter, and the abductor warns them not to go to the police.
FRIDAY
“Acapulco” 12:01 a.m. Apple TV+ (new series) — The story of twentysomething Máximo Gallardo (Enrique Arrizon), whose dream comes true when he gets the job of a lifetime as a cabana boy at the hottest resort in Acapulco.
“The Morning Show” 12:01 a.m. Apple TV+ — A potential tabloid leak creates moral complications.
“Ted Lasso” 12:01 a.m. Apple TV+ (second season finale) — Richmond gets their final chance to win promotion as Ted deals with the fallout of Trent Crimm’s painfully honest expose.
“Justin Bieber: One World” 12:01 a.m. Amazon — How Bieber prepped a New Year’s concert during COVID.
“Pretty Smart” 3:01 a.m. Netflix (new series) — Book-smart Chelsea discovers she has a lot to learn about happiness when she’s forced to move in with her bubbly sister and three roommates.
“Madame X” 3:01 a.m. Paramount+ — The exclusive global premiere of Madonna’s new concert experience.
“S.W.A.T.” 8 p.m. CBS — Still in Mexico, Hondo teams up with a local cop for a dangerous rescue mission, only to find himself with a target on his back.
“Shark Tank” 8 p.m. ABC (13th season debut) — Emma Grede, the CEO of fashion juggernaut Good American and founding partner of SKIMS, makes history when she joins the Tank as the first Black female guest Shark.
“Magnum P.I.” 9 p.m. CBS — Magnum and Higgins reunite and work the case of a construction worker’s tragic death.
“Blue Bloods” 10 p.m. CBS — Tension escalates between Frank and Mayor Chase after Frank makes a public arrest that goes viral.
WEEKEND
“Saturday Night Live” 11:29 p.m. Saturday NBC — Kim Kardashian West hosts.
“Call the Midwife” 8 p.m. Sunday GPB — A pregnant woman confides in Sister Frances.
“Celebrity Wheel of Fortune” 8 p.m. Sunday ABC — Donny Osmond, Jeff Garlin and Amber Riley appear.
“Legends of the Hidden Temple” 8 p.m. Sunday the CW (new series) — A tougher version of the original Nickelodeon show.
“The Equalizer” 8 p.m. Sunday CBS (second season debut) — Just as McCall considers ending her work as the Equalizer, she’s pulled back in.
“BMF” 8 p.m. Sunday Starz — Meech and Terry set up an undercover operation using a food truck to sell drugs to factory workers.
“Heels” 8:57 p.m. Sunday Starz (first season finale) — The culmination of all of Jack’s efforts finally pays off as the DWL is featured on the biggest stage in its history.
“Buried” 9 p.m. Sunday Showtime (new series) — The murder of 8-year-old Susan Nason has gone unsolved for nearly 20 years, until one day in 1989.
“Killer Camp” 9 p.m. Sunday the CW (new series) — In this reality show with a brutal horror twist, 13 new campers arrive at Camp Pleasant excited and ready for fun but are quickly reminded by host Camp Counselor Bobby (Bobby Mair) that not everyone will survive.
“The Walking Dead” 9 p.m. Sunday AMC — The Reapers defend Meridian from an incoming herd; Pope suspects Maggie is behind the attack, while Daryl treads carefully; Alexandrians scramble to protect themselves when a violent storm leaves them vulnerable to walkers.
“NCIS: Los Angeles” 9 p.m. Sunday CBS (13th season debut) — While Callen suspects Hetty of keeping secrets about his past and Joelle surfaces in her quest to capture Katya, NCIS must track down an informant whose life is in danger.
“Scenes from a Marriage” 9 p.m. Sunday HBO (first season finale) — The dissolution keeps on coming.
“The Rookie” 10 p.m. Sunday ABC — Officer Nolan and officer Chen report to a structure fire and suspect that there is more to the situation than meets the eye.
“SEAL Team” 10 p.m. Sunday CBS (fifth season debut) — Everyone on Bravo is shocked when they learn a training exercise is really cover for a covert mission to get a weapons expert out of one of the most dangerous countries in the world.
“The Walking Dead: The World Beyond” 10:01 p.m. Sunday AMC — While some members of the group enact a plan to cover their tracks, others attempt to acclimate to their new surroundings.
- RODNEY HO
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