HBO Max will launch a new big-budget film reboot of “Dune” starring Timothée Chalamet on Friday while HBO brings back the final season of Issa Rae’s “Insecure” Sunday. HBO also has a new documentary about the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol out on Tuesday.
Over on ABC Tuesday, a former hip-hop girl group from the 1990s gets back together in 2021 in the new drama “Queens” that stars Eve and Brandy. The series is shot in Atlanta.
Gwyneth Paltrow doles out relationship advice in the new Netflix series “Sex, Love & Goop” on Thursday, the same night NBC’s “Law & Order: SVU” celebrates its 500th episode. Netflix will also debut a new comedy starring Lizzy Caplan and Christian Slater on Friday called “Inside Job.”
Jason Sudeikis, fresh off the success of two seasons of “Ted Lasso,” returns to his old stomping grounds as host of “Saturday Night Live” on Saturday.
Some veteran shows also come back: A&E’s “Hoarders” (13th season) and “Intervention” (23rd season) Monday; ABC”s “The Bachelorette” (18th season) Tuesday; and NBC’s “The Blacklist” (ninth season) on Thursday. ABC also has an hour-long special on Robin Williams Wednesday.
Celebrity chef David Chang explores the future of food in “The Next Thing You Eat” on Hulu while Discovery+ gives actress Selma Blair an opportunity to discuss her life with multiple sclerosis in “Introducing, Selma Blair.”
This covers Monday, Oct. 18, through Sunday, Oct. 24.
MONDAY
“Y: The Last Man” 12:01 a.m. Hulu on FX — Tensions at the PriceMax spiral out of control.
“Women Is Losers” 3:01 a.m. HBO Max — Set in 1960s San Francisco, the plot centers on a once-promising Catholic schoolgirl who sets out to rise above the oppression of poverty and invest in a future for herself that sets new precedents for the time.
“9-1-1″ 8 p.m. Fox — The members of the 118 face an awkward rescue call when they arrive on the scene of a man who has over-exerted himself exercising.
“Dancing With the Stars” 8 p.m. ABC — It’s “Grease” week. Olivia Newton John, Didi Conn and Frankie Avalon are set to appear.
“Hoarders” 8 p.m. A&E (13th season debut) — Terri has never really been able to live in the home she bought as the house was filled with clutter from her hoarding. Terri and her boyfriend, Kraig, have always wanted to get married but the hoarding has stood in the way. She spends all her time as a live-in caregiver for an elderly gentleman and has hoarded clutter in his house as well. Terri needs to organize her house, her client’s house and get her hoarding disorder under control.
“The Neighborhood” 8 p.m. CBS — When Calvin and Tina enlist the services of a professional matchmaker for Marty, they can’t help but get too caught up in the process.
“Wakefield” 9 p.m. Showtime (new series) — A psychological drama that shines a comedic light on what happens when the sanest individual working in a psych ward begins to lose his grip.
“The Big Leap” 9:01 p.m. Fox — When a trip back to Gabby and Justin’s high school leads to a big emotional reveal, both Gabby and the producers are left wondering how to best move forward.
“NCIS” 9 p.m. CBS — The NCIS team investigates the death of a Navy commander whose body suddenly explodes before Jimmy can examine it.
“NCIS: Hawaii” 10 p.m. CBS — A Japanese sailor is killed on American soil and evidence links the case to the previous murder of the victim’s girlfriend back in Japan
“Intervention” 10 p.m. A&E (23rd season debut) — Nicknamed “Krystal Cali” for her classic California looks and energetic personality, Krystal lived out her dream of getting married and dedicating her life to two young sons, but the effects of growing up in a dysfunctional family, along with the death of her father turned her into an alcohol, heroin, meth and fentanyl addict.
“Ordinary Joe” 10:01 p.m. NBC — Halloween events affect each world in profoundly different ways
“The Real Queens of Hip-Hop: The Women Who Changed the Game″ 10 p.m. ABC — Salt of Salt-N-Pepa narrates the special, along with original spoken word performances by the legendary MC Lyte.
TUESDAY
“Only Murders in the Building” 12:01 a.m. Hulu (first season finale) — The trio races toward a resolution while their own lives are put in danger.
“The Price of Freedom” 3:01 a.m. HBO Max — An unflinching look at the gun violence epidemic in America and the role the National Rifle Association, with its outsized political and cultural influence, has played over time.
“In for a Murder” 3:01 a.m. Netflix — A stay-at-home mom and avid reader of crime stories discovers the deepest secrets of a small town’s residents while investigating a woman’s murder.
“NCLS Braves at Dodgers” 5:08 p.m. TBS — Game 3 with the Braves up 2-0.
“The Bachelorette” 8 p.m. ABC (18th season debut) — Thirty captivating men arrive in Indian Wells hoping to find a teammate for life in Michelle Young.
“The Resident” 8 p.m. Fox — While looking for a distraction on Halloween, Conrad treats a group of witches who send the ER into chaos.
“La Brea” 9 p.m. NBC — The sight of a crashing plane spreads a wave of unexpected hope through the clearing as Eve and the other survivors search for its fallen pilot.
“Chucky” 10 p.m. Syfy, USA — Chucky targets one of Jake’s frenemies, forcing Jake to either stop the killer doll — or help him.
“Games People Play” 10 p.m. BET (second season debut) — While Laila appears to start a path toward certain stardom after a chance encounter, Marques and Kareem are faced with shocking revelations that rock each of them to their core.
“Impeachment: American Crime Story” 10 p.m. FX — The world learns about the affair and Monica Lewinsky becomes the most famous woman in America.
“New Amsterdam” 10 p.m. NBC — Dr. Fuentes continues her quest to remake the hospital in her vision.
“Queens” 10:01 a.m. ABC (new series) — A fractured girl group lives in the shadows of their once prominent hip-hop dynasty. Brandy and Eve are among the stars.
WEDNESDAY
“Found” 3:01 a.m. Netflix — The film follows the incredible story of three American teenage girls (Chloe, Sadie and Lily) — each adopted from China — who discover they are blood-related cousins on 23andMe. Their online meeting inspires the young women to confront the burning questions they have about their lost history. When they meet for the first time, they embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to China in search of answers.
“The Goldbergs” 8 p.m. ABC — With Beverly’s encouragement, Mr. Glascott moves in next door to the Goldbergs and slowly goes from friendly neighbor to cluelessly intrusive.
“Survivor” 8 p.m. CBS — Ua, the tribe of only three castaways, competes to win the immunity challenge to save them from becoming a tribe of two.
“Chicago Med” 8 p.m. NBC — Dylan and Charles treat patients suffering from Glass Child Syndrome and misdiagnosed ADHD.
“NCLS Braves at Dodgers” 8:08 p.m. TBS — Game 4.
“The Wonder Years” 8:30 p.m. ABC — Dean is reluctant to attend the annual church lock-in until Kim tells him it’s where she got her first kiss.
“Four Hours at the Capitol” 9 p.m. HBO — An investigation into the political unrest fomented by extreme far right ideologies that spurred citizens from across the U.S. to descend upon Washington and storm the Capitol building.
“Chicago Fire” 9 p.m. NBC (200th episode) — Casey makes a life-altering decision. Gallo, Ritter and Violet agree to an interview and photo shoot.
“American Horror Story” 10 p.m. FX (10th season finale) — Mamie takes matters into her own hands.
“CSI: Vegas” 10 p.m. CBS — Grissom and Sara’s investigation into charges against David Hodges heats up as Internal Affairs joins the hunt.
“The Sinner” 10 p.m. USA — A new suspect leads the investigation into an ongoing feud between the Lams and the Muldoons.
“Superstar: Robin Williams” 10 p.m. ABC — The new episode recounts Williams’ life through his own voice, describing “the spark of madness” which defined his life.
THURSDAY
“The Next Thing You Eat” 12:01 a.m. Hulu (new series) — A six-episode docuseries that explores the seismic changes happening all around us and what they mean for the way we’ll eat in the future. Chef David Chang hosts.
“Introducing, Selma Blair” 3:01 a.m. Discovery+ — One woman’s journey of personal acceptance and resilience after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
“The Girl in the Woods” 3:01 a.m. Peacock (new series) — A supernatural young adult drama about a mysterious door in the woods that leads to a terrifying monster dimension.
“Insiders” 3:01 a.m. Netflix (new series) — Twelve people think they’re in the final casting round for a reality show. In fact, they’re already being secretly filmed, with 100,000 euros at stake.
“Sex, Love & Goop” 3:01 a.m. Netflix (new series) — Courageous couples journey toward more pleasurable sex and deeper intimacy with help from Gwyneth Paltrow and a team of experts in this reality series.
“The Blacklist” 8 p.m. NBC (9th season debut) — In the two years following the death of Elizabeth Keen, Raymond Reddington and the members of the FBI Task Force have disbanded with Reddington’s whereabouts unknown.
“Station 19″ 8 p.m. ABC — Diane returns to help with Crisis One intervention training for Station 19 and Station 23 firefighters.
“Young Sheldon” 8 p.m. CBS — Sheldon tries to convince Dr. Sturgis to return to the university.
“Grey’s Anatomy” 9 p.m. ABC — Richard recruits Meredith and Bailey to help him launch a new program.
“Law & Order: SVU” 9 p.m. NBC (500th episode) — Amaro asks the SVU for help in clearing a convicted man’s name and brings a figure from Benson’s past back into her life
“Ghosts” 9:01 p.m. CBS — When Sam and Jay invite the nosy neighbors Henry and Margaret to a dinner party to woo them into allowing the bed and breakfast, the ghosts are desperately eager to be included on the guest list.
“What We Do in the Shadows” 10 p.m. Syfy — Colin has a birthday and a vampire says goodbye.
“Bull” 10 p.m. CBS — Bull contends with a biased jury pool when TAC represents a man charged with his high school girlfriend’s murder.
“Law & Order: Organized Crime” 10 p.m. NBC — Bell must provide protection when a gubernatorial candidate makes quick enemies of the K-O.
FRIDAY
“Invasion” 12:01 a.m. Apple TV+ (new series) — Set across multiple continents, “Invasion” follows an alien invasion through different perspectives around the world.
“The Morning Show” 12:01 a.m. Apple TV+ — TMS welcomes a new face. Bradley gets a surprise visit.
“Dune” 12:01 a.m. HBO Max — A gifted young man must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over a precious resource, only those who can conquer their fear will survive. Timothée Chalamet stars.
“Inside Job” 3:01 a.m. Netflix (new series) — In the Department of Homeland Conspiracy, every conspiracy theory is true — and one woman struggles to keep it all under wraps. A workplace comedy. Lizzy Caplan and Christian Slater star.
“Locke & Key” 3:01 a.m. Netflix (second season debut) — After their dad’s murder, three siblings move with their mom to his ancestral estate, where they discover magical keys that unlock powers — and secrets.
“Roaring Twenties” 3:01 a.m. Netflix (new series) — In this coming-of-age reality series set in Austin, Texas, 20-somethings navigate love and friendship and start a new adventure: life.
“S.W.A.T.” 8 p.m. CBS — As the team races to stop a violent band of armed robbers, the search is complicated by civilians using a public safety app that encourages vigilantism.
“Shark Tank” 8 p.m. ABC — Daniel Lubetzky, executive chairman of KIND, returns to the Tank in an all-new episode.
“Magnum P.I.” 9 p.m. CBS — Higgins’ therapist hires her to look into why one of her teenage patients died of suicide.
WEEKEND
“Saturday Night Live” 11:29 p.m. Saturday NBC — Jason Sudeikis hosts.
“Call the Midwife” 8 p.m. Sunday GPB — It’s July 1966, and Britain is in the grip of World Cup fever.
“BMF” 8 p.m. Sunday Starz — Meech and Terry devise a multilayered plan to reclaim what is rightfully theirs.
“The Equalizer” 8:30 p.m. Sunday CBS — McCall is hired by a concerned mother who suspects her teen son has joined a local gang, leading McCall to the boy’s surprising motivation behind his spiraling behavior.
“Fear the Walking Dead” 9 p.m. Sunday AMC — As Morgan, Grace and Mo struggle to adapt to life on the submarine, a food shortage forces them to face the nuclear fallout outside the sub.
“NCIS: Los Angeles” 9:30 p.m. Sunday CBS — Sam and Kilbride clash when a case involving an arms dealer responsible for the slaughter of ATF agents leads them to a well-connected colonel and friend of Kilbride.
“Succession” 9 p.m. Sunday HBO — Kendall tries to get his siblings, as well as Stewy and Sandi, on his side. Fearing his legal situation, Greg asks Ewan for help.
“Insecure” 10:03 p.m. Sunday HBO (final season debut) — Issa extends a timely olive branch to a friend.
“SEAL Team” 10:30 p.m. Sunday CBS — As members of Bravo team travel to New York City, they reflect on a day that shaped each of their lives forever.
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