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STREAMING / EARLY PRIMETIME
Twist of Fate 🎥 (UPtv, 7 p.m.): While stuck in her car after an accident, a young woman makes an emergency call, reaching an operator who attempts to keep her calm. Having formed an undeniable bond, they spend months trying to reconnect amongst repeated obstacles and misunderstandings.
60 Minutes (CBS, 7 p.m.): The massive, deadly bush fires in Australia and their relationship to climate change are investigated as are how the Democratic National Committee's server became the backdrop of the impeachment. The revival of the musical West Side Story also gets profiled
Crash Landing on You (Netflix, 3 a.m.): FINALE. This highly popular Korean series wraps up its first season on Netflix. A South Korean heiress crashes in North Korea while paragliding and is found by a North Korean army officer. Despite their differences, they fall in love.
Doctor Who 📺 (Retro TV, 6 p.m.): In Tombstone, AZ, the Doctor, Steven, and Dodo get themselves involved with the events leading up to the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral.
Frasier 📺 (Cozi TV, 7 p.m.): Frasier and Niles have to pull together Martin's wedding in a matter of days. Though the sitcom certainly wore out its welcome, this series finale was fantastic.
From Scratch (FYI, 6 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. Traveling the world for great food, David Moscow then goes to the kitchen to make meals from scratch, literally. He will milk a water buffalo for fresh mozzarella, harvest salt from the ocean, press olive oil, and dive for octopus.✔️
War of the Worlds 📺 (Heroes & Icons, 7 p.m.): No, this isn't the Top Pick. But H&I has brought this '80s syndicated show — and sequel to the excellent 1953 film version — out of the vault for any to revisit. This episode is part two of the pilot where the aliens are reawakened.
FOR THE RECORD: America's Funniest Home Videos (ABC, 7 p.m.); Murdered by Morning (Oxygen, 7 p.m.); Snapped (Oxygen, 6 p.m.)
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2020 American Rescue Dog Show (Hallmark Channel, 8 p.m.): SPECIAL. Shelter dogs of various breeds from across the country vie for top dog in the world's most adorable categories.
American Idol (ABC, 8 p.m.): PREMIERE. The judges go to Savannah, GA, Milwuakee, Washington, D.C., and Los Angeles in search of the next idol.
Batwoman (The CW, 8 p.m.): Two Beths, but only can stay? A visitor delivers some good news to Jacob, and Sophie takes her new role to the extreme.
Doctor Who (BBC America, 8 p.m.): In 1816, the Doctor and gang arrive at a villa near Lake Geneva in Switzerland to soak up the atmosphere as Lord Byron and the Shelleys prepare for a night telling ghost stories. However, the villa proves to have ghostly presences.
Duncanville (Fox, 8:30 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. You know, Bless the Harts looks pretty darn good compared to this. In the Duncanville pilot, Annie worries about her very average teenage son, Duncan, both voiced by Amy Poehler, which is really the synopsis of the entire series. Ty Burrell voices dad/husband Jack, Riki Lindhome voices sister/daughter Kimberly., and Joy Osmanski voices adopted sister/daughter Jing. Other voices include Rashida Jones and Wiz Khalifa. *checks notes* Yeah, that's right.✔️
Columbo 📺 (MeTV, 8 p.m.): Architect Patrick O'Neal's partner has disappeared and murder is suspected. However, there's no body. Columbo is on the case in one of my favorite early episodes.
El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie 🎥 (AMC, 8 p.m.): If you didn't catch it in theaters and/or don't have the Netflix, AMC premieres the follow-up movie to its masterpiece drama (with commercials).
Family Ties 📺 (Antenna TV, 8 p.m.): Alex is the editor of the school paper, and he finds a possible cover-up by the administration of students cheating. However, one of the cheaters is Mallory. The show was still searching for its voice in this early episode, but it does have something to say about responsibilities of a free press.
God Friended Me (CBS, 8 p.m.): The former Cancellation League favorite is back tonight! Rakesh is stunned when his new app suggests that Lulu, not Jaya, is his soul mate. Cupid has failed! Ali reveals her cancer diagnosis to Arthur and Trish.
Her Secret Family Killer 🎥 (Lifetime, 8 p.m.): A young woman searches for answers after learning that someone related to her murdered her best friend.
Our Cartoon President (Showtime, 8:30 p.m.): After Cartoon Trump sees Fox News giving airtime to Democrats, he ends their relationship and sets out to find a new media arm to spread his propaganda. Cartoon Bernie Sanders witnesses his rival candidates co-opting his message.
Outlander (Starz, 8 p.m.): PREMIERE. Season five arrives and following celebrations in honor of Brianna and Roger's wedding, Governor Tryon reminds Jamie of his obligation to track down and kill Murtagh Fitzgibbons.
The Simpsons (Fox, 8 p.m.): The sea captain finds a treasure he's been searching for all his life, but it's taken from him by the townspeople. Marge convinces the people of Springfield to build a STEM school.
A Very British Romance with Lucy Worsley (PBS, 8 p.m.): Lucy Worsley explores British romance and the social, political, and cultural forces that shaped Victorian courtship.
Washington (History, 8 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. It's Presidents Day Weekend, which means its time for History's annual three-day event programs. This year, George Washington gets miniseries/docuseries treatment. In part one, sent by the British to deliver an ultimatum, the inexperienced young officer learns a hard lesson about leadership when his failures in the field inadvertently kick off a world war.✔️
FOR THE RECORD: 90 Day Fiancé (TLC); Air Disasters (Smithsonian Channel); The Aquarium (Animal Planet); Autopsy: The Last Hours of... (Reelz); The Circus (Showtime); Highway Through Hell (Weather Channel); Home Town (HGTV); The Incredible Dr. Pol (Nat Geo Wild); Killer Affair (Oxygen); Mira Quién Baila All Stars (Univision); Naked & Afraid (Discovery Channel); The Real Housewives of Atlanta (Bravo)
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Bob's Burgers (Fox, 9 p.m.): Tina goes too far trying to be a perfect mentor. Bob and Linda test out the gym next door.
Collector's Call (MeTV, 9:30 p.m.): Meet Fred. Fred likes items signed and authenticated by the celebrity they "belong to," including a signed broken fender from Dale Earnhardt Jr. and a ping-pong ball from Bob Keeshan.
Family Guy (Fox, 9:30 p.m.): When Brian accidentally becomes a local hero, an old street pal — and now a successful millionaire dog — reaches out and tries to convince him to get neutered. Lois gets a pixie cut against Peter's wishes, so Peter retaliates.
Homeland (Showtime, 9 p.m.): "Carrie reconnects with an old ally. Tasneem seeks counsel."
NCIS: Los Angeles (CBS, 9 p.m.): The NCIS team investigates the murder of a Naval warfare engineer at a spoken poetry event. POETRY! Callen asks Nell to assist him in a worldwide search for Anna's whereabouts.
The Outsider (HBO, 9 p.m.): Holly tries to help a volatile but conflicted Jack, while their whereabouts are being tracked by Ralph and Alec. After she's confronted by gossip, Glory considers Howie's suggestion on how to secure her family's financial future.
Picture Perfect Mysteries: Dead Over Diamonds (Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, 9 p.m.): Photographer Allie and Detective Sam's investigation into a priceless stolen necklace leads to danger and an unexpected death.
Sanditon (PBS, 9 p.m.): As the summer regatta approaches, the success of the resort hangs in the balance. Meanwhile, d-bag Sidney wrestles with his feelings toward an old flame.
Supergirl (The CW, 9 p.m.): Supergirl helps Winn face a fear. After Alex sets out to find evidence against Lex, Brainy must make a difficult decision: help his friend or secretly work for Lex.
⭐ War of the Worlds (Epix, 9 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. No this isn't the terribly received UK miniseries set during the Victorian era. This Anglo-French reimagining of the classic Wells novel is set in the modern day and starring Gabriel Byrne and Elizabeth McGovern. It aired in France last year to okay reviews. I'm not convinced this is a limited series. Oh great, could this be another Falling Skies? Or Colony? Then again, I liked Colony. No matter what, it will be better than Spielberg's 2005 adaptation, which was fucking terrible.✔️
What's Eating America with Andrew Zimmern (MSNBC, 9 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. Zimmern is joined by José Andrés as "they go behind-the-scenes to solve U.S. immigration policies and how the food industry uses migrant and immigrant labor every day." SOLVE! FINALLY!!
Wrong Man (Starz, 9 p.m.): PREMIERE. Filmmaker Joe Berlinger (Paradise Lost trilogy) explores the criminal investigations that led to the conviction of three people who claim they are innocent. The episode title makes it sound as the investigating of Vonda Smith continues for season two opener.
Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist (NBC, 9 p.m.): Back after more than a month away (a page from the Glee playbook)... Zoey (Jane Levy!! *swoons*) tries to figure out how to control her new abilities while navigating her best friend's romantic feelings for her. A new medical victory for Mitch gives the family hope.
FOR THE RECORD: The Alaska Triangle (Travel Channel); Behind Closed Doors (Reelz); Building Alaska (DIY); Coyote Peterson: Brave the Wild (Animal Planet); Disasters at Sea (Smithsonian Channel, finale); Evil Lives Here (Investigation Discovery); Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (HGTV, premiere); Heavy Rescue 401 (Weather Channel); La Vox (Telemundo); Race for the White House (CNN, premiere); Secrets of the Zoo (Nat Geo Wild); Shahs of Sunset (Bravo); Shipwreck Secrets (Science); Worst Cooks in America (Food Network)
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100 Day Dream Home (HGTV, 10 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. Brian and Mika have to build rich people's dream houses in 100 days.✔️
Avenue 5 (HBO, 10 p.m.): Billie seeks her moment in the limelight after stepping in to help Ryan during the ship's newest crisis. Iris vets comic Jordan Hatwal's material for the Halfway Home Party.
Curb Your Enthusiasm (HBO, 10:30 p.m.): Larry receives a problematic gift and causes trouble with Richard's new girlfriend.
Dare Me (USA, 10 p.m.): Amid the heat of Regionals, Addy, Beth and Colette decide what matters most, leading to a faceoff.
Good Girls (NBC, 10 p.m.): PREMIERE. Beth makes a new friend while struggling to process her guilt over Rio's death. The women perfect their latest business venture just as Agent Turner and his informant complicate their plans to launch. Of course.
The Johnny Cash Show 📺 (getTV, 10 p.m.): Tonight's guest stars include Waylon Jennings, Jackie DeShannon, and Michael Parks and Derek & The Dominos and Connie Smith.
Kidding (Showtime, 10 p.m.): Jeff has an idea for how he can speak directly to the children of the world, and Seb hands over the reins of the Pickle empire to Deirdre. Later, after realizing that he might not have any real friends, Jeff makes a new best friend. Deirdre tries to get Puppet Time back on the air.
NCIS: New Orleans (CBS, 10 p.m.): Can this spinoff raise CBS' ratings fortunes of this hour? The team is concerned when Sebastian becomes unreachable while under cover as a new recruit.
Slow Burn (Epix, 10 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. Yesterday, it was Up and Vanished and tonight is it Slow Burn for podcasts adapted to docuseries. The season will revisit the Watergate scandal in great detail with all sorts of people who lived it. In the first episode, Martha Mitchell, wife of Nixon's attorney general John Mitchell, makes a discovery that changes her life and threatens to take down a sitting president. She will be the first of many to take on a White House determined to hide its secrets.✔️
Vienna Blood (PBS, 10 p.m.): Max asks Oskar for help when his nephew has a breakdown following a cadet's death while at military school, which has barbaric traditions that are hidden from the public.
The Windsors: Inside the Royal Dynasty (CNN, 10 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. A new docuseries about the royal family. In the first episode, following King George's death, Prince Edward must choose between the throne and marrying American divorcee, Wallis Simpson.✔️
FOR THE RECORD: Beat Bobby Flay (Food Network); Curse of the Bermuda Triangle (Science); The Lake Erie Murders (Investigation Discovery); Naked & Afraid: Alone (Discovery Channel); Sister Wives (TLC)
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The Wild Wild West 📺 (Decades, 11 p.m.): West visits an eerie island to get a diamond for the National Museum.
FOR THE RECORD: Lost in the Wild (Travel Channel, finale)
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Mike Tyson Mysteries (Adult Swim, midnight): FINALE. An unspeakable tragedy occurs at the Clam Shack. Later, "a bell rings."
LATE-NIGHT TALK & SATIRE
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO, 11:10 p.m.)
Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen (Bravo, 10 p.m.): Kenya Moore and Mercedes Javid
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