Wednesday, August 7, 2019

What's On Tonight (Wednesday): Return to America's best known zip code

Good evening and welcome to a night in the Golden Ghetto, sorta.(?) Here's what's on television for tonight, Wednesday, August 7!

πŸ’» Streaming


Four Weddings and a Funeral (Hulu, 3 a.m.): Craig becomes obsessed with Zara's reality show. Duffy tries not to screw things up with Maya. Ainsley meets an exciting new client who could help save her business.

The Handmaid's Tale (Hulu, 3 a.m.): We finally return to Canada where Luke and Moira adjust to new arrivals. Meanwhile, Gilead leadership is rocked by losses among their own. June worries about disruptions to her plan to get children out of the country.



Harlots (Hulu, 3 a.m.): As Margaret turns her mind to revenge, her family wonder just how far she’ll go to get justice for those she loves. But with the clock ticking, can North and Lucy protect her from the law?

Early Primetime


Infinity Train (Cartoon Network, 7:30 p.m.): Anyone watching this quite good miniseries? 13-year-old Tulip finds herself on a mysterious train with an endless number of cars, each one its own universe, and searching for a way home.

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Ancient Skies (PBS, 8 p.m.): FINALE. The docuseries comes to an end with this episode that explores moments in history that reshape the solar system and provide an understanding of the universe.

The Andy Griffith Show πŸ“Ί (MeTV, 8 p.m.): Opie's friendship with a hobo begins to affect his ability to tell right from wrong. Lock the hobo up!

Bulletproof (The CW, 8 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. In this British import, an informant is killed, leading Pike and Bishop to uncover a luxury car theft ring; Bishop accidentally shoots Jonesy, but when he arrives at the ER toc heck on his friend, Bishop is the one who walks away wounded.

Doctor Who πŸ“Ί (Retro TV, 8 p.m.): Check out the final half of "Horror of Fang Rock," a Fourth Doctor highlight. Shapeshifting alien scout Rutan is on Earth intending to use the planet as a strategic base in the Rutans' war against the Sontarans.

Grown-ish (Freeform, 8 p.m.): FINALE. As the gang's sophomore year ends, bottled-up emotions start to unravel, causing rifts in friendships and relationships, and some interesting reconciliations. Aaron better be reconsidering dating Ana!! I'm also curious if Ariel Skylar and Junior ever become something. (Yes, I know; I'm too emotionally invested in these kids.)

MasterChef (Fox, 8 p.m.): The 10 contestants left must cook for 101 race car crew members in 75 minutes.

Press Your Luck πŸ’² (ABC, 8 p.m.): FINALE. May the spirit of Michael Larson guide you away from the Whammies.

Queen of the Pythons (Smithsonian Channel, 8 p.m.): A special about Squeeze, a 13-foot, 70-pound snake that combines size and strength with a strike faster than the blink of an eye. She is also a mom.

FOR THE RECORDBasketball Wives (VH1); Catfish: The TV Show (MTV); Love Island (CBS, finale); Married at First Sight (Lifetime, 8:30 p.m.)

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⭐ BH90210 (Fox, 9 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. In this odd – ODD – premise of a series, the original 90210 gang reunite 19 years after the end of series at a 30th anniversary fan convention in Las Vegas, causing old flames, feuds and feelings to reignite. The actors portray fictional versions of themselves. I want Joe E. Tata, Kathleen Robertson, Tiffani Thiessen, Hilary Swank, and Vanessa Marcil to guest!

Card Sharks πŸ’² (ABC, 9 p.m.): Higher, lower! What the heck! I like the gals who serve the deck!

Card Sharks πŸ“ΊπŸ’² (Buzzr, 9:30 p.m.): Aces beat kings, Deuces beat threes. If you don't like your cards, just say, "I'll freeze!" in this 1978 episode.

Expedition Unknown (Discovery Channel, 9 p.m.): SEASON PREMIERE. Josh Gates travels to the Holy Land to unearth the mystery of the Dead Sea Scrolls with an archaeologist who has discovered new ones.

Hypnotize Me (The CW, 9 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. Hosted by Taye Diggs, contestants are challenged to sculpt Greek pottery and make authentic Italian pizzas while hypnotized to think they are Patrick Swayze and that everyone is naked.

Nova: The Planets (PBS, 9 p.m.): The ringed planet gets the spotlight. NASA's Cassini probe explores Saturn's icy rings and moons, capturing ring-moon interactions and revealing ingredients for life on the moon Enceladus. But probably not little green men... yet.

Queen Sugar (OWN, 9 p.m.): The Bordelon siblings must put their complicated lives aside so that they can come together to run the clan's struggling sugar cane farm.

Suits (USA, 9 p.m.): Faye decides to take action against Harvey and Donna's relationship. Harvey looks to impress Donna's father.

FOR THE RECORDAction Bronson Watches Ancient Aliens (Viceland); America Says πŸ’² (Game Show Network); Big Brother (CBS); Building Giants (Science, premiere); Deal or No Deal πŸ’² (CNBC, finale); Forged in Fire (History); Guy's Grocery Games (Food Network); Man's Greatest Food (Cooking Channel); Property Brothers (HGTV); Restored (DIY); Southern Charm (Bravo); UFOs: The Lost Evidence (Travel Channel); The Wonderland Murders (ID)

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Contact (Discovery Channel, 10 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. Six experts come together to deploy CIA-developed link analysis software, special ops intelligence training and boots-on-the-ground journalism in an unprecedented global investigation to determine if aliens have come to Earth. All the while, David Vincent is in the background trying to give them the clues. They're here already! You're next!

Florida Girls (Pop, 10 p.m.): FINALE. On the eve of Shelby's GED test and Kaitlin's "island party of the year," the girls get a surprise visit from Mandy, whose declaration about the real world and makes Shelby question whether she wants to get her GED at all. Later, after major setbacks, the girls struggle to pull off Kaitlin's party while Shelby has an existential crisis about her future.

The InBetween (NBC, 10 p.m.): Cassie, Tom, and Damien investigate the cold case disappearance of Millie and soon realize that her disappearance may involve an old acquaintance: Ed Roven. (*dun dun DUNNNN*)

Krypton (Syfy, 10 p.m.): Seg reunites with Val and the Rebels as General Zod mounts his final attack on the Rebellion.

Match Game πŸ’² (ABC, 10 p.m.): Get matched with Michael Che, Kirstie Alley, Chris D'Elia, Sherri Shepherd, Mark Duplass, and Brooklyn Decker.

Monster Ships (Science, 10 p.m.); SERIES PREMIERE. In this series about big ships, the vehicle carrier Thermopylae, one of the biggest ships ever built, faces rough waves on deadly seas while carrying priceless cargo.

Pearson (USA, 10 p.m.): With Bobby out, the Deputy Mayor pushes his own agenda, and Jessica digs into a murder from North Park.

Sherman's Showcase (IFC, 10 p.m.): There's no new episode description, but this series is a lot of fun. You travel through time via music and comedy drawn from the 40-year library of a legendary, but fictional, musical variety show.

Snowfall (FX, 10 p.m.): In this renewed show, Andre lets his guard down as he celebrates the LAPD's victory. Meanwhile, Teddy suffers a setback of his own after he questions Franklin's ability to control his operation.

South Side (Comedy Central, 10:30 p.m.): Officer Turner is at odds with a civil rights icon who happens to live in her newly acquired building. Simon and Kareme try their hand at selling street popcorn.

Yellowstone (Paramount Network, 10 p.m.): Tensions escalate as the Beck brothers become frustrated by the Duttons' unwillingness to play ball; Jamie looks for a fresh start. Tate gets his first horse. Hi-Yo Silver, away!

Younger (TV Land, 10 p.m.): Charles wants to take the next step with Liza. Meanwhile, Millennial participates in a Debutante Ball for first-time authors. Kelsey is probably stressed.

FOR THE RECORDDark Waters: Murder in the Deep (ID); House Hunters/House Hunters: International (HGTV); Marrying Millions (Lifetime); The Strongest Man in the World (History)
After its brief, disastrous stint in the morning, Match Game returned to the afternoon but it began to drop out of the top game show rating spots. CBS axed the show, still a competitive show in its timeslot, in spring 1979.

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Three's Company πŸ“Ί (Antenna TV, 11:30 p.m.): In this early episode, Jack feels guilty about not standing up to a tough guy who makes a play for Chrissy.

FOR THE RECORDThe Last Cowboy (Paramount Network)

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Sledge Hammer! πŸ“Ί (Decades, 12:30 a.m.): An old time actor who played vampires in the movies dies, but a vampire is then seen at two murders where the victims are drained of blood. Thankfully, Sledge knows what he's doing.

FOR THE RECORDBig Brother After Dark (Pop, midnight)

Late-Night Talk & Satire

The D.L. Hughley Show (TV One, 11 p.m.): Gabrielle Dennis
The Daily Show with Trevor Noah (Comedy Central, 11 p.m.): Sen. Michael Bennet and Natasha Lyonne
The Dick Cavett Show πŸ“Ί (Decades, 9 p.m.): James Caan (12 Jan 1982)
Full Frontal with Samantha Bee (TBS, 10:30 p.m.)
Jimmy Kimmel Live! (ABC, 11:35 p.m.): Josh Gad, Michael Mizanin, and Chris Janson
Johnny Carson πŸ“Ί (Antenna TV, 10 p.m.): Ginger McLamb, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Ed Begley Jr. plus Public Service Announcements (22 Aug 1985)
The Late Late Show with James Corden (CBS, 12:37 a.m.): Joel McHale and Betty Gilpin
Late Night with Seth Meyers (NBC, 12:37 a.m.): Amanda Seyfried, Sandra Bernhard, and Storm Reid
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (CBS, 11:35 p.m.): Tiffany Haddish, Jared Harris, and Smashing Pumpkins
Lights Out with David Spade (Comedy Central, 10:30 p.m.): Kevin Nealon, Christina Pazsitzky, and Guy Branum
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (NBC, 11:34 p.m.): Greg Kinnear, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, and Big Sean
Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen (Bravo, 11 p.m.): Milo Ventimiglia and Rebecca Romijn

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Sources: The Futon Critic; Zap2it
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πŸ“Ί: Throwback
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