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Yo! Here's what's on television for tonight, Wednesday, May 5!
The Top Pick is ABC's freshman comedy Home Economics. The ensemble comedy is about three really close siblings who are each in different economic classes. The uber-diverse cast has some great chemistry, and the show has a good grasp on general strengths. However, the narrative device of eldest child Topher Grace writing a book about the extended family's misadventures in parenting and family dynamics doesn't work. It doesn't ruin the show, just makes it feeble at times. I really enjoy Sasheer Zamata's character.
Elsewhere, Feral kitties are a problem in Hawaii, Adam Goldberg has some Pop-Pop time, wild bison arrive in Wild Minnesota, children say Darndest Things, Humans get docuseries treatment, there's a shooting in Chinatown, Nancy Drew has a birthday, and the George Floyd video becomes one of the Million Things.
Elsewhere, Feral kitties are a problem in Hawaii, Adam Goldberg has some Pop-Pop time, wild bison arrive in Wild Minnesota, children say Darndest Things, Humans get docuseries treatment, there's a shooting in Chinatown, Nancy Drew has a birthday, and the George Floyd video becomes one of the Million Things.
STREAMING & EARLY PRIMETIME
🎥 Feral (Discovery+, 3 a.m.): Several hundred thousand feral kitties roam the Hawaiian Islands. These cats are struggling to survive in the wild and, unfortunately, they are also killing endangered Hawaiian species on the brink of extinction. The search for a solution to this complex problem has sparked a controversial and polarizing debate across the state.
The Handmaid's Tale (Hulu, midnight): June takes a harrowing journey. Janine remembers a stressful experience in her past. In Toronto, Serena tries to manipulate Rita.
💲 Jeopardy! (Syndicated, check local listings): Listen to Bill Whitaker read clues like they are part of a 60 Minutes segment.
Lava ka dhaava (Netflix, 3 a.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. A game show from India.
Occasional Cooks (What's On Tonight & Pop Culture, 7 p.m.): What have you been making in your kitchen lately? Want some inspiration? Check out our weekly food thread!
The Sons of Sam: A Descent Into Darkness (Netflix, 3 a.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. Someone with a theory about the Son of Sam case gets a full series to examine his theory.✔️
FOR THE RECORD: The Circle (Netflix, 3 a.m., season finale); Life Under Renovation (Discovery+, 3 a.m.); Making Good (BYUtv, 7:30 p.m.); Red Table Talk (Facebook, noon); Tooning Out the News (Paramount+, 3 a.m.)
🕗 8 P.M. EASTERN / 🕖 7 P.M. CENTRAL
America's Heartland: Wild Prairie Reborn (Smithsonian Channel, 8 p.m.): In northern Montana is a massive wildlife sanctuary on track to become one of the largest, protected ecosystems in the United States: the American Prairie Reserve. Here, scientists and ranchers are working in partnership to restore these grasslands to their natural state, including reintroducing bison. (Hey Smithsonian, if you wanna get Top Pick status again, put promos for these specials online -- because this one sounds great.)
Chicago Med (NBC, 8 p.m.): An auto accident sends Goodwin into a spiral as she tries to help a young boy and his mother. Manning's secretive behavior begins to draw the attention of Marcel and Halstead.
The Goldbergs (ABC, 8 p.m.): In order to take her mind off of her heartbreak, Erica takes a trip to Los Angeles to see her best friend. after getting caught taking part in an underground poker game, Adam gets sentenced to Pop-Pop duty, which turns out better than expected.
Home Economics (ABC, 8:30 p.m.): After upsetting Marina, Tom tries to help out more around the house. Sarah tries to find temporary employment. Kelvin decides he wants to learn all about Uncle Connor's business.
Kung Fu (The CW, 8 p.m.): An officer-involved shooting in Chinatown sends shock waves through the community. Mei-Li and Jin are forced to revisit a traumatic experience from their past, and Nicky and Henry make a startling discovery about the weapons.
QUICK HITS:
The Big Interview with Dan Rather (AXS TV): Jason Isbell & Amanda Shires
5 MORE FOR THE RECORD: The Challenge (MTV); Kids Say the Darndest Things (CBS, season premiere); Married at First Sight (Lifetime); The Masked Singer (Fox); My 600-lb Life (TLC, season finale)
🕘 9 P.M. EASTERN / 🕗 8 P.M. CENTRAL
Chicago Fire (NBC, 9 p.m.): A mysterious caller who is in danger takes over the fire station. The firehouse also helps Cruz get ready for fatherhood. Soon, a baby takes over the fire station!
Human: The World Within (PBS, 9 & 10 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. "Explore the incredible universe inside each and every one of us. An examination of diverse personal stories from around the world reveals how our lives, passions and goals are powered by the amazing systems that define our biology as a species." Tonight, we explore bodies preparing for birth and then the heart and circulatory system.✔️
Nancy Drew (The CW, 9 p.m.): Nancy's birthday dinner with Carson is cut short when Det. Tamura shows up with a warrant to arrest her for contempt of court. George, Bess, and Ace work together to summon up one of their ancestors. Does Constantine stop by to help? He does in my fanfic.
SEAL Team (CBS, 9 p.m.): The team is tasked with bringing a defecting Boko Haram lieutenant into custody, but the mission goes Sideways when the target gets attacked -- and get stuck with fucking Merlot. Sonny drops the ball as Bravo's representative on the USS Keating, and the entire team pays the price.
QUICK HITS:
📺 The Dick Cavett Show (Decades): Warren Beatty (1 Nov 1972)
Live @ Home (AXS TV): The Lumineers
5 MORE FOR THE RECORD: Expedition X (Discovery Channel); Forged in Fire (History); Game of Talents (Fox); The Murder Tapes (Investigation Discovery, season premiere); The Real Housewives of New Jersey (Bravo)
🕙 10 P.M. EASTERN / 🕘 9 P.M. CENTRAL
Chicago P.D. (NBC, 10 p.m.): The shocking murder of a young pregnant woman leads the team on a desperate hunt for the killer, revealing something even darker than expected. Corrupt cops did it? Burgess has to make a difficult decision.
Crank Yankers (Comedy Central, 10:30 p.m.): SEASON PREMIERE. This thing is back. "Model train enthusiasts try to prevent vandalism; an aerial gymnast gets tangled in a silk sling; Spoonie Luv learns about aphrodisiacs from a New Orleans cooking school."✔️
A Million Little Things (ABC, 10 p.m.): Gary's dad connects with Darcy about his personal experience from the Vietnam War. During a dinner hosted by Rome and Regina, the video of George Floyd's murder is released, and they watch together in shock. Little thing #48.
Queen of the South (USA, 10 p.m.): Teresa travels to Germany after Oksana gets cheated in a drug deal.
S.W.A.T. (CBS, 10 p.m.): The team tries to track down a media-savvy crew of bank robbers who consider themselves a band of modern-day Robin Hoods. Hondo and Deacon clash over how to deal with a group of cops' racist views. Well, if they're gonna keep it real, probably let the union brush it under the rug?
QUICK HITS:
📺 Johnny Carson (Antenna TV): Garry Shandling, Patrick Swayze (17 May 1989)
Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen (Bravo): cast of The Real Househusbands of New Jersey
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QUICK HITS:
Conan (TBS, 11 p.m.): Flula Borg✔️
The Daily Social Distancing Show with Trevor Noah (Comedy Central, 11 p.m.): TBD
Gutfeld! (Fox News, 11 p.m.): TBD
Jimmy Kimmel Live! (ABC, 11:35 p.m.): Rob McElhenney, Uzo Aduba, Middle Kids
The Late Late Show with James Corden (CBS, 12:37 a.m.): Billy Porter, Brett Gelman
Late Night with Seth Meyers (NBC, 12:36 a.m.): Amy Klobuchar, Robin Thede, Ryan Hurd, Maren Morris
Late Night with Seth Meyers (NBC, 12:36 a.m.): Amy Klobuchar, Robin Thede, Ryan Hurd, Maren Morris
A Little Late with Lilly Singh (NBC, 1:37 a.m.): JB Smoove
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (NBC, 11:34 p.m.): Channing Tatum, Josh Duhamel, Joyelle Nicole Johnson
FOR THE RECORD: Nightly Pop (E!, 11:30 p.m.)
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Note: All times are Eastern.
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