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💻 STREAMING
In the Key of Love 🎥 (Hallmark Movies Now, 3 a.m.): Delayed from its original June premiere, this movie is about photographer Laura Osnes, who learns her ex-boyfriend Scott Michael Foster — who is also her ex-singing partner — is in the wedding she is working.
EARLY PRIMETIME
Doctor Who 📺 (Retro TV, 7 p.m.): Tonight, it is the Fifth Doctor (Peter Davison) serial "Kinda" where alien being from another plane, the Mara, uses the dreams of Tegan Jovanka (Janet Fielding) to reach the planet Deva Loka and takes over the body of the Kinda Aris (Adrian Mills) to attack colonists.
Law & Order 📺 (WE, 7 p.m.): Dets. Lennie Briscoe (Jerry Orbach) and Ed Green (Jesse L. Martin) investigate the murder of a young boy, who died from a blow to the head. The police find two eyewitnesses, ages 13 and 10, and soon begin to suspect they likely lured Aaron and killed him. IIRC, this episode was inspired by the murder of James Bulger, which will be familiar to anyone who saw the Oscar-nominated short Detainment earlier this year.
FOR THE RECORD: 60 Minutes (CBS); License to Kill (Oxygen, 7 p.m., finale); MasterChef Latino (Telemundo, 7 p.m.); Nick Cannon Presents: Wild 'n Out (VH1, 7 p.m.); Snapped (Oxygen, 6 p.m.)
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🕗 EASTERN / 🕖 CENTRAL
Good Witch (Hallmark Channel, 8 p.m.): Middleton is buzzing with the arrival of a comet that appears once every hundred years. Everyone in town gets a wish, but not all wishes will be granted.
Here Comes the Brides 📺 (Decades, 8 p.m.): Holly (Jennifer West), who previously tried to con Jason (Robert Brown) into becoming a father, returns to Seattle to live. Unfortunately, the money she brings with her turns out to be counterfeit, and Jason reluctantly goes along with her to bring the counterfeiter to justice.
The Rook (Starz, 8 p.m.): After a terrifying prophecy, Myfanwy's desperation leads her to place her trust in a powerful enemy.
Serengeti (Discovery Channel, 8 p.m.): As the Serengeti starts to dry out, competition heats up between the families. The strong females take center stage, dealing with headstrong males and fighting for the survival of their kin. I read this like it was a 1980s soap.
Teen Choice 2019 (Fox, 8 p.m.): Did you know this award thing is still around? Performing are OneRepublic, Mabel, Jordan McGraw, Sarah Hyland, and HRVY, among others. Nominees include Dark Phoenix, Men in Black: International, Fuller House, L.A.'s Finest, The Nutcracker and the Four Realms, Little, Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists, Murder Mystery, MacGyver, and Noah Centineo (twice). Lucy Hale hosts.
Top Gear (BBC America, 8 p.m.): FINALE. Freddie heads to Iceland to compete in the world's maddest motorsport, Paddy gets to grips with the new Toyota Supra, and Chris investigates the story of the Lotus 79.
U.S. Gymnastics (NBC, 8 p.m.): It's the senior women's competition live from KC.
FOR THE RECORD: 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days (TLC); Amazing Dogs (Smithsonian Channel, finale); American Pickers (History); Beachfront Bargain Hunt (HGTV); Big Brother (CBS); A Lie to Die For (Oxygen); The Real Housewives of the Potomac (Bravo); Ridiculousness (MTV); Sunday Best (Bravo); Vengeance: Killer Neighbors (HLN)
🕘 EASTERN / 🕗 CENTRAL
Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: An Inheritance to Die For (Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, 9 p.m.): Sally Allison's aunt is poisoned during a family wedding reception, so Aurora Teagarden vows to get to the bottom of the crime, especially when her mother stands to inherit the bulk of the massive estate.
The $100,000 Pyramid 💲 (ABC, 9 p.m.): Bridget Moynahan, Jay Glazer, Chris Sullivan, and Jennie Garth aid in building the great TV pyramids.
City on a Hill (Showtime, 9 p.m.): When an unlikely source confides in Decourcy, the Massachusetts State Police hatch a plan that promises arrests without the help of the FBI.
Claws (TNT, 9 p.m.): FINALE. Just when the crew thinks that they can boss up, fate takes a turn on Desna and Roller... and pulls them back in!
Curse of Akakor (Facebook, 9 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. When three explorers go missing searching for a lost city of gold, the question remains – was it an accident? Or a murder? With new technology and a team of experts, join the expedition through the Amazon to unravel the mystery in this docuseries.
Fear the Walking Dead (AMC, 9 p.m.): The group, traveling in a convoy, doubles-down on their mission to help survivors. In an effort to encourage more survivors to reach out, Al, Luciana and Charlie document Morgan and the gang on a dangerous mission to help a reclusive survivor.
Food That Built America (History, 9 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. In the wake of the Civil War, a revolution takes place on the backs of visionary entrepreneurs of industry like Heinz, Kellogg and Post. They all push the limits of ingenuity to launch businesses that will revolutionize industry.
Grantchester (PBS, 9 p.m.): FINALE. The violent death of a young man proves to Geordie that the country has gone to the dogs. Will struggles with a decision that will determine his future. Will Will make a decision?
Instinct (CBS, 9 p.m.): Dylan and Lizzie go under cover in New York's erotic underworld to investigate the murder of a high-powered public relations rep. Meanwhile, a love from Julian's past comes back into his life with a proposal he can't resist. Later, Dylan and Lizzie work to uncover why an Olympic-hopeful figure skater is killed while on the ice. (It was Tonya.)
The Movies (CNN, 9 p.m.): This episode covers movies of the 1960s, which was preempted last week.
Pennyworth (Epix, 9 p.m.): Alfred accepts an assignment from photojournalist Martha Kane that turns increasingly dangerous.
Robin Williams: When the Laughter Stops (Reelz, 9 p.m.): A documentary on the late comedian and how his comedic genius sprung about and lead to his demise.
Saints & Sinners (Bounce, 9 p.m.): After Ella's successful casino opening, Rex reveals long-held secrets that could reverse her good fortune.
⭐ Succession (HBO, 9 p.m.): PREMIERE. Kendall tries to make amends with his father for his takeover attempt betrayal. Logan receives some unvarnished advice from his financial banker about the next best move for Waystar Royco. Tom maneuvers for a new position in the company.
Sweetbitter (Starz, 9 p.m.): Simone's ex-husband shows up in the restaurant and dredges up old feelings. Tess tries to figure out what, and whom, she really wants.
FOR THE RECORD: Alaskan Bush People (Discovery Channel); Barnwood Builders (DIY); Carnival Eats (Cooking Channel); Evil Lives Here (ID); Flip It Like Disick (E!); How It Really Happened (HLN, premiere); Mexico Life (HGTV); Mighty Trains (Smithsonian Channel); Murder in the Thirst (BET); North Woods Law (Animal Planet); Secrets of the Zoo (Nat Geo Wild); SOS: How to Survive (Weather Channel, premiere); Southern Charm New Orleans (Bravo); Unearthed (Science); Wicked Tuna: Outer Banks (National Geographic); Worst Cooks in America (Food Network); A Year in Music/Trunkfest (AXS TV)
🕙 EASTERN / 🕘 CENTRAL
Charmed 📺 (Pop, 10 p.m.): When summoned for Chris' Wiccaning, Grams (Jennifer Rhodes) puts a spell on her granddaughters to stop their sibling rivalry and inadvertently reverts the sisters back to bickering teenagers.
Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted (National Geographic, 10 p.m.): Wowie, wowie, Gordon Ramsay travels to Maui.
Jamestown (PBS, 10 p.m.): FINALE. The Sharrows' rivalry reaches the breaking point. Jocelyn gives Yeardley a life-altering challenge, and Opechancanough makes a move that will change Jamestown... FOREVER.
The Johnny Cash Show 📺 (getTV, 10 p.m.): From 1970, guest stars are Ray Charles, Neil Diamond, and Tammy Wynette.
The Loudest Voice (Showtime, 10 p.m.): SERIES FINALE. Fox fires Roger after Gretchen Carlson's lawsuit becomes public, but Roger's plans come to fruition as Donald Trump wins the presidency.
Preacher (AMC, 10:07 p.m.): Tulip encounters obstacles while trying to rescue Cassidy, who reflects on decisions he made 100 years ago. Meanwhile, the Saint of Killers is closing in on Jesse.
Strange World (Travel Channel, 10 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. In the first episode of this new docuseries with Christopher Garetano, he hunts for evidence that mind-control experiments took place beneath Camp Hero Air Force Base in order to create super soldiers.
To Tell the Truth 💲 (ABC, 10 p.m.): The panel for truth is comprised of Weird Al, Rob Riggle, Jesse Williams, and Sherri Shepherd.
FOR THE RECORD: Bar Rescue (Paramount Network); If We Built It Today (Science); Impact of Murder (ID); Island Hunters (HGTV); Out There with Jack Randall (Nat Geo Wild); Raising Wild (Discovery Channel); Revenge Body with Khloé Kardashian (E!); Unexpected (TLC); Weather Gone Viral (Weather Channel, premiere); The Weekly (FX)
🕚 EASTERN / 🕙 CENTRAL
The Sonny and Cher Comedy Hour 📺 (getTV, 11 p.m.): From 1973, Jean Stapleton and Lyle Waggoner guest star.
Sugar and Toys (Fuse, 11 p.m.): The episode is titled "In Memory of Mascot Man." That's all I know.
FOR THE RECORD: Talking Dead (AMC)
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Grace Under Fire 📺 (Laff, 1 a.m.): Mysterious occurrences prompt single mom Grace (Brett Butler) to suspect her new home is haunted. Also, Grace dates a minister (Tim DeKay).Murphy Brown 📺 (Antenna TV, 2 a.m.): Corky (Faith Ford) goes to see exec Tony Lucchesi (Dan Castellaneta) about hosting a special and he sexually propositions her. When she declines to file a complaint Murphy (Candice Bergen) decides to visit Tony but then finds she is the one accused of harassment.
Squidbillies (Adult Swim, midnight): SEASON PREMIERE. Dan Halen's foolish new plan prompts Early to open a foolish new business. Later, Granny finds love and Early loses his mind.
FOR THE RECORD: Big Brother After Dark (Pop, midnight)
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LATE-NIGHT TALK & SATIRE
Johnny Carson 📺 (Antenna TV, 10 p.m.): Dyan Cannon, Jim Fowler, Rodney Dangerfield, and Arnaud de Borchgrave (23 Jul 1980)
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO, 11 p.m.)
Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj (Netflix, 3 a.m.)
Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen (Bravo, 10:15 p.m.): Sherri Shepherd and Ashley Darby
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Sources: The Futon Critic; Zap2it
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