What's On Tonight (Sunday): Turn it up, turn it on, this is Country Music

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Howdy there cowfolk! Tonight we visit our country roots with the start of a new Ken Burns documentary plus some other programs sprinkled in there, too, about music, including a new lineup on AXS. For those not interested in being a cowboy's sweetheart, there's fighting with origami, a comedy roast, a townhall on college debt, and the return of professor Amy Winslow.... not to mention the usual Sunday slate full of cable offerings. So grab your tiger by the tail, here's what's on television for tonight, Sunday, September 15!

💻 STREAMING

Los Tigres del Norte at Folsom Prison (Netflix, 3 a.m.): Begin National Hispanic Heritage Month right with this music special about the most popular group in Mexico, Los Tigres del Norte, performing at the Folsom Prison, 50 years after Johnny Cash.

EARLY PRIMETIME

Doctor Who 📺 (Retro TV, 7 p.m.): The scientist Mawdryn (David Collings) seeks the regenerative abilities of the Doctor (Peter Davison) to stop the mutation he and his people have suffered. The Brigadier is back! And Vislor Turlough (Mark Strickson) join companions Nyssa and Teagan, too. Back in the day, Evil Lincoln said, in a bit of spoilers for a 36-year-ago Doctor Who character:

Turlough looks way too old to be a uniform-wearing schoolboy. But of course since he turns out to actually be an alien in disguise as a schoolboy, maybe that is then good casting... but it always seemed wrong to me. I do enjoy how justifiably skeptical Tegan in particular was of him anyway.

The Big Valley 📺 (Decades, 7 p.m.): Season two begins with this noteworthy episode, "The Lost Teasure," that was frequently absent from the Western's syndication run. Buddy Hackett guest stars as a con man claiming to be Heath's (Lee Majors) father. Bruce Dern is also on the episode's guest list. ("Nick, Heath, Jerrod, there's a fire in the barn!")


FOR THE RECORD: 60 Minutes (CBS, 7 p.m.); Killer Motive (Oxygen, 7 p.m.); Nick Cannon Presents: Wild 'n Out (VH1, 7 p.m.); Snapped (Oxygen, 6 p.m.)

Doctor Who, "Mawdryn Undead" (via Tumblr)

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Capturing Chris Watts (Reelz, 8 p.m.): A documentary about a man who killed his wife and kids. Because...?

Celebrity Family Feud 💲 (ABC, 8 p.m.): Families include Terry Bradshaw, Adam Rippon, Skai Jackson, and Hudson Yang

Chesapeake Shores (Hallmark Channel, 8 p.m.): "Abby and Trace rescue the play. David and Jess learn to work together, but Bree works alone. Mick and Megan come together," which probably isn't sexual since this is Hallmark, not HBO.

⭐ Country Music (PBS, 8 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. This is not a drill. A new Ken Burns documentary series begins tonight! This year he tells the story of country music (hence the title). As we begin this 16-hour epic, "hillbilly music" reaches new listeners through phonographs and radio, launching the careers of country music's first big stars — the Carter Family and Jimmie Rodgers.

Loch Ness Monster: New Evidence (Travel Channel, 8 p.m.): Professor Neil Gemmell uses DNA science to unravel the mystery of the Loch Ness monster.

Paul Shaffer Plus One (AXS TV, 8 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. Inspired by his SiriusXM show, musician Paul Shaffer chats with various music legends to discuss their legacies, influences, and experiences. First up: Joe Walsh.

Power (Starz, 8 p.m.): In this always-busy drama, Tasha sparks a new flame. Ghost utilizes his resources in an attempt to kill Tommy. Tariq's in over his head with the Italians. Dre forms an unlikely alliance. Proctor hatches a plan to gain custody of his daughter.

Sunday Night Football (NBC, 8:15-ish p.m.): It's a battle of aves with aquilas versus falcos.

Undercover Cheerleader 🎥 (Lifetime, 8 p.m.): A beautiful transfer student goes under cover as a cheerleader to do an exposé on the cruel culture of the squad for her school newspaper. This is the opposite kind of journalism I knew of in high school.

The Warigami (The CW, 8 p.m.): In this bizarre sounding special, the inhabitants of a poor Japanese village level the playing field against a group of bandits trying to steal a secret power the villagers have long protected. It's a Canadian co-production that was designed as a short-form series.

Young, Gifted and Broke: Our Student Loan Crisis (BET, 8 p.m.): Angela Rye hosts this town hall about the student loan crisis and will feature analysis and commentary from policymakers in the Congressional Black Caucus, experts in the education field, and student borrowers impacted by this crisis.

FOR THE RECORD: 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days (TLC); Air Disasters (Smithsonian Channel); The Top Ten Revealed (AXS TV, 8:30 p.m., premiere); Beach Hunters (HGTV); Big Brother (CBS); A Lie to Die For (Oxygen, finale); The Real Housewives of the Potomac: Reunion (Bravo); Ridiculousness (MTV); Storm Stories: The Next Chapter (Weather Channel); Vengeance: Killer Neighbors (HLN)

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The $100,000 Pyramid 💲 (ABC, 9 p.m.): Rosie O'Donnell, Leslie Jones, Anna Camp and Chris Parnell help build pyramids.

The Affair (Showtime, 9 p.m.): Noah attempts to sabotage Helen and Sasha's relationship. Whitney and Colin face the hardships of their relationship. Joanie visits the graveyard.

Brian Johnson's Life on the Road (AXS TV, 9 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. The AC/DC frontman profiles various musicians about performing and life on the road. First up: Sting.

Fear the Walking Dead (AMC, 9 p.m.): An encounter with a survivor sends Al and Morgan on a mission into a dangerous settlement. Grace and Daniel make a (rainbow?) connection.

Hurricane Man (Science, 9 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. Josh Morgerman uses cutting-edge technology to investigate a Category 5 hurricane that is battering a small beach town in Florida.

Islands of Fire (Smithsonian Channel, 9 p.m.): This special explores islands in the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, which are thousands of miles from any mainland and remain untouched by humans. They serve as both playgrounds and sanctuaries, where some species struggle and others thrive.

Pennyworth (Epix, 9 p.m.): Alfred, Dave Boy and Bazza form an unlikely alliance with the Sykes Sisters while Lord Harwood returns to take control of the Raven Society.

Power Rangers 🎥 (Syfy, 9 p.m.): In this adaptation of the terrible '90s kids show, a team of teenagers with attitude are chosen to protect the world from aliens do it by morphing into superheroes and piloting giant robots. I really enjoyed the first half. The second half goes all in on action, ruining a good story.

Spider-Man (Disney XD, 9:30 p.m.): Doc Ock intends to bring New York to its knees, but his new brain still contains memories of Uncle Ben.

Succession (HBO, 9 p.m.): A threat arises as the deal to buy the Pierce family's papers and TV stations is finalized. Tom worries about ATN's new slogan after learning some distressing news from Gregory... no Shiv tease.

Words Can Kill: Mystery 101 (Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, 9 p.m.): When a murder happens at a literary festival, suspects abound and intrigue persists as Amy and Travis have vastly different ideas as to who's the killa.

FOR THE RECORD: Alaskan Bush People (Discovery Channel); American Monster (ID); Bar Rescue (Paramount Network); Barnwood Builders (DIY); Caribbean Life (HGTV, premiere); Carnival Eats (Cooking Channel, premiere); Dr. K's Exotic Animal ER (Nat Geo Wild); How It Really Happened (HLN); Keeping Up with the Kardashians (E!); Married to Medicine (Bravo); North Woods Law (Animal Planet); SOS: How to Survive (Weather Channel); Wicked Tuna: Outer Banks (National Geographic); Worst Cooks in America (Food Network)

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Ballers (HBO, 10:40 p.m.): As Spencer settles into his new role, he makes what could be an unpopular decision. Joe's professional life is sidetracked by his personal life. Ricky dips his toe into the media pool and shares his feelings about an ally.

Comedy Central Roast of Alec Baldwin (Comedy Central, 10 p.m.): Roast Master Dean Martin Sean Hayes is joined by Robert De Niro, Caitlyn Jenner, Blake Griffin, Jeff Ross, Nikki Glaser and more to take down Alec Baldwin.

Good Eats: The Return (Food Network, 10 p.m.): First up, one of America's most storied sandwiches gets a historic rethink and a technical do-over, from the oysters to the bread and everything in between. Later, Alton journeys through the history and science of popular raw-meat dish steak tartare.

The Johnny Cash Show 📺 (getTV, 10 p.m.): Speaking of country music... In this 1971 episode of the much-praised variety show, Johnny welcomes Billy Graham, Mahalia Jackson, The Staple Singers, The Edwin Hawkins Singers, The Blackwood Brothers, The Oak Ridge Boys, and The Statler Brothers.

On Becoming a God in Central Florida (Showtime, 10 p.m.): Obie and Louise Garbeau host a lavish motivational retreat at Paradise Cay for Washington-level entrepreneurs.

Preacher (AMC, 10 p.m.): Cassidy and Tulip hide Humperdoo from the Grail, whose operatives are now searching both for their messiah — and Starr. A tempted Jesse considers a powerful offer.

The Righteous Gemstones (HBO, 10 p.m.): In 1989, young Jesse, Judy and Baby Billy learn that Aimee-Leigh is pregnant and deal with the news in their own way. Eli looks to grow his family's prospects.

To Tell the Truth 💲 (ABC, 10 p.m.): The truthers are Michael Bolton, Craig Robinson, Joel McHale, and Jenifer Lewis.

FOR THE RECORD: Deadline: Crime with Tamron Hall (ID); Dog: Impossible (Nat Geo Wild); Flip It Like Disick (E!); Hawaii Hunters (HGTV, premiere); Raising Wild (Discovery Channel, finale); Unexpected (TLC); Weather Gone Viral (Weather Channel)

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Sisters in the Name of Love 📺 (getTV, 11 p.m.): This 1986 special stars Gladys Knight, Patti LaBelle, and Dionne Warwick.

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The Danny Thomas Show 📺 (Cozi TV, 2 a.m.): After spending most of the fourth season as a single parent, Danny meets a lady named Kathy O'Hara.

Squidbillies (Adult Swim, midnight): Early lets his beak flag fly. Later, Early interferes with Rusty's new party business, leading to a last call for action.

FOR THE RECORD: Big Brother After Dark (Pop, midnight)

LATE-NIGHT TALK & SATIRE

Johnny Carson 📺 (Antenna TV, 10 p.m.): Jane Fonda, Orson Bean, Skip Stephenson, and Michael Fox (6 Oct 1977)
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO, 11:10 p.m.)
Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen (Bravo, 10 p.m.): Keke Palmer and Gizelle Bryant

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Sources: The Futon Critic; TV Passport; Zap2it
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Happy watching, everyone!