Tuesday, January 4, 2022

What's On Tonight (Wednesday): Son of a Mandalorian

The Book of Boba Fett

He's no good to me dead! Here's what's on television for tonight, Wednesday, January 5!

Our Top Pick tonight is The Book of Boba Fett (Disney+, 3 a.m.), which tracks the feared bounty hunter's life after surviving Sarlacc. In this bizarrely titled Mandalorian spinoff, Fett (Temuera Morrison) now runs Jabba's old territory. He is aided by Fennec Shand (Ming-Na Wen) and wants to rule with respect and not through fear and violence, [*rolls eyes to back of head*] despite, you know, living in the crime-ridden Outer Rim. There's also a flashback story about Fett's time immediately after escaping Sarlacc. I found the premiere quite disappointing.

Elsewhere, Sophia Bush is GoodChicago is One again, the Wonder Years goes high society, Mariana Van Zeller investigates white supremacy, MTV catches more Catfish, the Worst Cooks returns, a new Race is on, and Fox Can See Your Voice.

(All times are Eastern. All listings are new unless otherwise stated. For more listings, visit The Futon Critic or Zap2it.)

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🍽️ Occasional Cooks (7 p.m.): What have you been making in your kitchen lately? Want some inspiration? Check out our weekly food thread!

STREAMING & EARLY PRIMETIME

⭐ The Book of Boba Fett (Disney+, 3 a.m.): The first episode stars a character who didn't represent the popular bounty hunter that previous lore has shaped for 20+ years. Maybe this week he realizes he is a crime lord and has people coming at him from all directions who want him gone or in their pocket. And in the flashback story, maybe he escapes the Sand People.

πŸŽ₯ Casablanca (HBO Max, now): It's never a bad time to revisit one of the greatest movies of all time. It is certainly one of the most quoteable.✔️

Homegrown: Standoff to Rebellion (ABC News Special) (Hulu, midnight): SPECIAL. ABC News' look at the days, events and conversations leading up to the Jan. 6 attack from the eyes of anti-government groups. The special will air on ABC News Live tomorrow.

πŸ’² Jeopardy! (Syndicated, check local listings): Another Wednesday, another Amy game. $1,000,000  is in her sight.

πŸ“Ί Joe Millionaire (Tubi, now): Before the revival premieres tomorrow, revisit the 8-episode original series about women trying to woo man who they think is a millionaire but is actually a construction worker. It was a big hit back in the day and structured as a reality show within the reality show. Paul Hogan was great as "The Butler." Yeah, even I watched the show.

WHAT ELSE IS ON
πŸŽ₯ Four to Dinner (Netflix, 3 a.m.): Italy
πŸ’² People Puzzler (GSN, 6 p.m.)
Rebelde (Netflix, 3 a.m.): Mexico, season 1
The Real World Homecoming: Los Angeles (Paramount+, 3 a.m.)
Casablanca (via Gipy)

πŸ•— 8 P.M. EASTERN / πŸ•– 7 P.M. CENTRAL

Chicago Med (NBC): In the aftermath of the Vas-COM scandal, Goodwin clashes with the hospital's new compliance officer. Marcel and Blake try to save a patient who has a son with severe autism.

The Goldbergs (ABC): Beverly creates a plan to save Formica Mike's failing marriage, but (of course) her efforts quickly backfire. Barry enlists Adam and his friends to create a James Bond-themed home movie in his ongoing efforts to court Joanne.

The Wonder Years (ABC, 8:30 p.m.): Bill and Lillian join high society club Lads & Ladies as a way to introduce Kim and Dean to positive influences in the community. Bill, Kim, and Dean fit right in, but things take a turn when Lillian is treated differently for being a working mom.

WHAT ELSE IS ON
The Amazing Race (CBS): Season premiere
Catfish: The TV Show (MTV): Season premiere
πŸ’² Guy's Grocery Games (Food Network)
πŸ’² I Can See Your Voice (Fox): Season premiere✔️
Married at First Sight (Lifetime): Season premiere
Moonshiners (Discovery Channel)
My 600-Ib Life (TLC)
Property Brothers: Forever Home (HGTV)
Speak Sis (OWN): Health
I Can See Your Voice (via Giphy)

πŸ•˜ 9 P.M. EASTERN / πŸ•— 8 P.M. CENTRAL 

Catfish UK (MTV): SERIES PREMIERE. It's just like Catfish: The TV Show, but these people have sexy accents.

Chicago Fire (NBC): Stella Kidd is back to take over the fire station. The team must work together to put out a potassium fire in a tunnel. However, this fire doesn't go out without a fight!

The Conners (ABC): Darlene brings Nick to the hardware store, where they run into Ben, who invites Nick to join him at The Lunch Box to watch a Bears game. Meanwhile, Dan tries to spruce up the bedroom while Louise is out on the road, and Jackie meets Logan's mom.

Home Economics (ABC, 9:30 p.m.): Tom and Marina must make a difficult choice after they uncover a bombshell revelation about SofΓ­a Salazar. Connor and JoJo's secret relationship is complicated by Denise and Sarah's matchmaking efforts.

Nova (PBS): The science behind the risks of sky-high buildings, from structural limits to threats presented by wind, fire and earthquakes.

Sistas (BET): SEASON PREMIERE. "Danni finds herself in a compromising situation and receives unsolicited help from El Fuego."

WHAT ELSE IS ON
The Bradshaw Bunch (E!): Season finale
Forged in Fire (History)
Next Level Chef (Fox)
The Real Housewives of Orange County (Bravo)
Speak Sis (OWN): Sex
Trafficked with Mariana Van Zeller (National Geographic): White supremacy
Worst Cooks in America (Food Network): Season premiere✔️
Worst Cooks in America (via Giphy)

πŸ•™ 10 P.M. EASTERN / πŸ•˜ 9 P.M. CENTRAL

Chicago P.D. (NBC): The team searches for a missing child in what turns out to be a very complicated case. Burgess and Ruzek are in for a shock when someone from Makayla's past comes forward.

Good Sam (CBS): SERIES PREMIERE. Follows a talented yet stifled surgeon (Sophia Bush) who embraces her leadership role after her renowned and pompous boss (Jason Isaacs) falls into a coma. Her boss also happens to be her father, and when he wakes up and wants to start working, she will be his supervisor.✔️

WHAT ELSE IS ON
American Greed (CNBC): Season premiere
Bigger (BET, 10:30 p.m.): Season 2 linear premiere
πŸ’² The Chase (ABC): James Holzhauer as chaser
First Wives Club (BET): Season 2 linear premiere
Food Paradise (Cooking Channel)
Ugliest House in America (HGTV)
Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen (Bravo): Noella Bergener, Carson Kressley

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Moving for Love (HGTV, 11 p.m.): SERIES PREMIERE. People who make big moves and must do it quickly.

WHAT ELSE IS ON
The Late Late Show with James Corden (CBS, 12:37 a.m.): Jessica Chastain, Penelope Cruz, Andrew Sleighter
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (CBS, 11:35 p.m.): Amy Klobuchar, Saint Jhn
Save My Skin (TLC)
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (NBC, 11:34 p.m.): Cate Blanchett, Nate Bargatze, Gayle

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⭐: Top Pick
πŸ’²: Game show
πŸŽ₯: Movie
πŸ“Ί: Throwback
✔️: Video/gif/photo included

Happy watching, everyone!

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