Sheldon and Missy approve! Tonight’s Top Pick is a rerun of Young Sheldon, for various reasons. A, Patrick requested it. B, I don’t think I’ve ever chosen the show as a Top Pick in the storied 13-month history of my doing Thursday WOTs and C, because How We Roll is the only new programming CBS-CBS-CBS is airing tonight. Dead show walking …
Let’s see what else TV has to offer us for Thursday, May 5. All times are EST.
STREAMING
The Pentaverate, 3:01 a.m., Netflix. Series premiere. “What if a secret society has been working to influence world events for the greater good since the Black Plague? A comedy series starring Mike Myers.” In addition to Myers, the creator and co-executive producer, the cast includes Debi Mazar, Jennifer Saunders, Keegan-Michael Key, Ken Jeong, Lydia West, Richard McCabe and narrator Jeremy Irons.
The Staircase, 3:01 a.m., HBO Max. Series premiere. “Based on a true story, The Staircase explores the life of Michael Peterson (Colin Firth), his sprawling North Carolina family, and the suspicious death of his wife, Kathleen Peterson (Toni Collette).” Costarring Dane DeHaan, Juliette Binoche, Michael Stuhlbarg, Parker Posey and Patrick Schwarzenegger.
Star Trek: Strange New World, 3:01 a.m., Paramount+. Series premiere. “Strange New Worlds.” “Based on the years Captain Christopher Pike (Anson Mount) manned the helm of the U.S.S. Enterprise.” Costarring Rebecca Romijn as Number One and Ethan Peck as Science Office Spock.
Wild Babies, 3:01 a.m., Netflix. Premiere. “Follow the adventures of baby lions, elephants, penguins, pangolins and more as they learn to navigate the highs and lows of life in the wild.” Narrated by Helena Bonham Carter.
Girls5Eva, 3:01 a.m., Peacock. Second season premiere. “Album Mode,” “Triumphant Return to the Studio” and “Who U Know.” “When Girls5eva lands a record deal, Dawn, Wickie, Summer and Gloria discover how much they’re willing to sacrifice for the opportunity.” Later, “Dawn worries her status as the group’s songwriter is in jeopardy. Wickie panics over an unflattering paparazzi photo. Summer struggles to official split from Kev.” After that, “The women try to get heat by guest starring in Stinker’s latest music video. Dawn has doubts about her son entering the business. Wickie assumes the role of Girls5eva’s publicist. Summer pushes Gloria to flirt.” Three episodes available.
Julia, 3:01 a.m., HBO Max. Season finale. “Chocolate Soufflé.”
Star Trek: Picard, 3:01 a.m., HBO Max. Season finale. “Farewell.” “With just hours until the Europa launch, Picard and the crew find themselves in a race against time to save the future.”
Under the Banner of Heaven, 12:01 a.m., FX on Hulu. “Surrender.” “The ongoing investigation leads Pyre (Andrew Garfield) and Tara (Gil Birmingham) into untrod woods where they unearth information that challenges Pyre’s own faith, and draw more Laffertys into suspicion and custody.”
The Offer, 3:01 a.m., Paramount+. “The Right Shade of Yellow.” “With Marlon Brando and Al Pacino considered for leading roles in The Godfather, Ruddy is faced with a variety of issues.”
Made for Love, 3:01 a.m., HBO Max. Two episodes available.
The Flight Attendant, 3:01 a.m., HBO Max. “Drowning Women.”
TALKIN’ ‘BOUT TALK
Good Morning America, ABC. Elizabeth Olsen (Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness), Colin Firth (The Staircase), Amy Robach’s mother Joanie and Deals and Steals with Tory Johnson.
CBS Mornings, CBS. Singer Irma Thomas and Queen Latifah (The Equalizer).
Today, NBC. Chris Pratt (Jurassic World Dominion), Rebel Wilson (Senior Year) and the cast of Broadway’s Mrs. Doubtfire. Later, Chip Gaines and Scott Drew promote their book, The Road to Joy, plus how to create floral bouquets for Mother’s Day and lessons learned from our moms. After that, Rebel Wilson again and “foods that fight fatigue.”
The View, ABC. Lindsey Granger guest co-hosts, with guests Queen Latifah and chef Marcela Valladolid.
The Talk, CBS. An early Mother’s Day celebration includes Rebecca Romijn (Star Trek: Strange New Worlds), surprise giveaways and an audience full of moms.
Syndicated Corner, times and stations vary:
The Rachael Ray Show. Financial pro Lauren Greutman helps a mom save big at the grocery store. Also, a look at food trucks around the world, Chef Big Shake and his fried chicken recipe and Rachael’s “Hot Turkey Rachael” sandwiches.
Live with Kelly and Ryan. Yet again, Rebel Wilson, plus The Crafty Lumberjacks, who continue “Live Loves Mom Week” with gift basket ideas.
The Wendy Williams Show. Guest Host Michael Rapaport has Jerry Springer (Judge Jerry).
The Kelly Clarkson Show. RERUN? No guests are listed on her site.
The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Mother’s Day is celebrated early with Jessica Biel (Candy, Kinderfarms), Behati Prinsloo (Calirosa tequila) and giveaways to the audience of first-time expecting parents.
The Drew Barrymore Show. Elizabeth Moss (Shining Girls), the first ever Audience Talent Show and another edition of Drew’s News.
Dr. Phil. “Miami Model Stabs Boyfriend to Death Exclusive: His Family Speaks.”
PRE-PRIMETIME MOVIES
The Freshman, 7 p.m., HBO Family.
Tyler Perry’s The Family That Preys, 7 p.m., VH1.
The Frighteners, 7:07 p.m., StarzEncore.
Guardians of the Galaxy, 7:29 p.m., FX.
Road House, 7:30 p.m., Sho2. Former Thoughts On entry!
PRE-PRIMETIME SPORTS
NHL Hockey, 7 p.m., TNT. LIVE. Pittsburgh Penguins at New York Rangers.
NHL Hockey, 7:30 p.m., TBS. LIVE. Washington Capitals at Florida Panthers.
8 P.M.
Young Sheldon, CBS. RERUN. “Money Laundering and a Cascade of Hormones.” “Missy asks some uncomfortable questions at church. Meemaw and Georgie go into business together.”
Station 19, ABC. “Death and the Maiden.” “Andy’s fate is unknown as a trial date is set. An unexpected guest approaches Vic and Sullivan. The crew responds to a fire at a row of townhouses.”
Law & Order, NBC. “Severance.” “When the CFO of a Fortune 500 company is found strangled in her home, Bernard and Cosgrove work to connect multiple dead ends to find her killer. McCoy and Price butt heads over a choice that could cost them the case.”
MasterChef, FOX. “Junior Edition: Jalapeño Business.” “The nine remaining junior chefs must create one of the most popular fried, feisty and spicy finger foods.”
Walker, The CW. “Champagne Problems.” “The Walkers pull out all the stops to celebrate Abeline and Bonham’s anniversary. Cassie finds a piece of her past. Cordell needs a favor from Geri.”
This Old House, PBS. “Saratoga Springs: New Vision.” “Homeowners take on demo and backyard preparations. The architect presents his vision for the project. The history of the springs in Saratoga Springs, New York. Installing an air scrubber system.”
Top Chef, Bravo. “Dinner in Zero Gravity.” “The competition reaches new heights as the chefs voyage to the Houston Space Center. They’ll have to create a stellar new menu item that they would crave if they were on a multiyear mission to Mars.”
College Softball, ESPN. LIVE. Oklahoma State at Oklahoma.
College Lacrosse, 8:30 p.m., CBS Sports Network. LIVE. Big East Tournament, Semifinal: Georgetown vs. Marquette.
Labor, Lies and Murder, Lifetime Movie Network. Premiere. “A pregnant woman hires a doula to assist with her home birth, but then must stay ever alert to the threat of someone stealing her baby.”
Movie Night!
Pearl Harbor, AMC.
Coach Carter, MTV2.
The Sandlot, Paramount.
Aliens, Syfy.
The Cider House Rules, The Movie Channel Xtreme.
9 P.M.
Yellowface: Asian Whitewashing and Racism in Hollywood, 9:15 p.m., TCM. “A history of anti-Asian racism and yellowface in Hollywood after the 1941 Pearl Harbor attack.”
NHL Hockey, 9:30 p.m., TNT. LIVE. Nashville Predators at Colorado Avalanche.
Call Me Kat, FOX. Season finale. “Call Me Shellfish.” “While Kat struggles to keep her anxiety under control, she comes up with a plan to save the cafe. Max finally gets his big break. Carter struggles with his jealousy.”
How We Roll, 9:30 p.m., CBS. “The Power of Positive Thinking.” “Tom asks Archie to listen to a podcast about the power of positivity in the hope that he’ll adopt a more constructive, less critical coaching style.”
Grey’s Anatomy, ABC. “Should I Stay or Should I Go.” “Catherine faces audits for several of her foundation hospitals. Addison returns to Grey Sloan. Tensions rise between Meredith and Richard. Owen goes back to work.”
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, NBC. “Did You Believe in Miracles?” “When a student’s school reports a girl missing, the squad must track down a trusted family friend for answers. Benson gets a Mother’s Day surprise.”
Welcome to Flatch, 9:31 p.m., FOX. “Dinner, Dresses and Dumps.” “Kelly plans a special dinner when her dad comes home. Shrub and Beth start spending a lot of time together. Cheryl breaks out her lucky dress for a date with Jimmy.”
Legacies, The CW. “Into the Woods.” “Landon faces yet another surprise. Hope does some deep soul-searching. Ethan continues to struggle, and Lizzie steps in to help. MG finally divulges a long-kept secret. Alaric debates putting into action a precarious plan.”
Watch What Happens Live, Bravo. “Best of One-on-Ones: Part 2.”
Top Chef Family Style, 9:30 p.m., Bravo. “This Is How We Roll.” “The remaining duos compete in a Tiny Food Quickfire. Guests Baron Davis and Chef Mei Lin join in. Top Chef Portland finalist Shota Nakajima gives the chefs a crash course in sushi making for the Elimination Challenge.”
Movie Night!
Drumline, BET.
Boyz N the Hood, StarzEncore.
The Batman, HBO.
Moonlight, Showcase.
Little Fockers, Starz.
10 P.M.
NHL Hockey, 10 p.m., TBS. LIVE. Dallas Stars at Calgary Flames.
Big Sky, ABC. “Keys to the Kingdom.” “Relationships are put to the test all over town as Jenny senses something is off with Travis. Ren and Jag’s suspicions of their father and Alicia grow. Cassie, Jerrie and Lindor find themselves at a crossroads.”
Law & Order: Organized Crime, NBC. “Lost One.” “When a 9-year-old girl is kidnapped in connection with the Brotherhood, Stabler and the task force must work together with Benson and the SVU to track down the culprits before it’s too late.”
Atlanta, FX. “New Jazz.” “Al and Darius walk around Amsterdam.”
Johnny Carson, Antenna. Dabney Coleman and Yakov Smirnoff are the guests on this May 2, 1990 episode.
Movie Night!
Reservoir Dogs, Cinemax.
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, 10:30 p.m., Bravo.
Clueless, 10:30 p.m., HBO2.
Mr. Wu, 10:30 p.m., TCM.
King Kong, 10:45 p.m., HBO Signature. 2005 remake.
LATE NIGHT TALK!
The Daily Show With Trevor Noah, 11 p.m., Comedy.
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, 11:34 p.m., NBC. Chris Pratt, Benedict Wong and Ingrid Andress.
Jimmy Kimmel Live!, 11:35 p.m., ABC. Guest Host Mike Birbiglia has Kevin Hart and Hannah Einbinder.
The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, 11:35 p.m., CBS. Daniel Craig, Matt Walsh and Joy Oladokun.
Nightline, 12:37 a.m., ABC.
Late Night With Seth Meyers, 12:37 a.m., NBC. Sutton Foster & Hugh Jackman, Ali Wentworth and sitting in with the 8G Band, Carter McLean.
The Late Late Show With James Corden, 12:37 a.m., CBS. Benedict Cumberbatch, Elizabeth Olsen and Tom Walker.
LATE NIGHT PICK!
The Andromeda Strain, 11:30 p.m., The Movie Channel.
Sources: Futon Critic, zap2it, individual show websites.
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