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The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy

Some days I have to get through every trailer before I can designate a Top Pick, and then there are days when all I have to do is read the description.  This week's Top Pick, The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy, hit's a few sweet spots for me: animated, sci-fi, comedy, Maya Rudolph, Natasha Lyonne, etc... The animation doesn't look particularly impressive, but it does give off a nice BoJack Horseman vibe.  My expectations are high for this one.  I hope it delivers.

TOP PICK

⭐ 🚀 The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy (Amazon, 12:01 AM) SERIES PREMIERE. 'Follows Dr. Sleech and Dr. Klak - aliens, best friends, and intergalactically renowned surgeons - as they tackle anxiety-eating parasites, illegal time loops, and deep-space STIs. Featuring the voices of Keke Palmer, Kieran Culkin, Maya Rudolph and Natasha Lyonne.'✔️

Elsewhere...

*Max has the streaming premiere of Sofia Coppola's Priscilla.  It's about how Elvis became infatuated with a 14-year-old girl who he eventually married.  Wow, when you write that out it looks really bad.  Don't worry, I'm sure there's at least one montage set to "Burning Love."

*Amazon has an Indian import series called Poacher about a bunch of people trying to take down huge ivory poachers.  The trailer actually looks really good, but one thing that surprised me was how good the creature effects are.  You can tell they're CGI, but they're much better than I have come to expect, especially from a TV series.

*Tyler Perry has his latest film, Mea Culpa, debuting on Netflix today.  The lead character's first name is Mea.  That's the kind of subtle writing I expect from the creator of Madea.  I'm just kinda surprised he didn't make her last name "Culpa." I guess Perry is learning a little restraint in his maturing years.

PREMIERES

Apartment 404

🔔 Apartment 404 (Amazon, 12:01 am) SERIES PREMIERE. 'A retro reality variety program set in an apartment building where the six residents trace the truth behind extraordinary events that occur in their residences. With events based on true stories, each episode will have a unique setting and take place in a different period. The 6 cast members will split up into 2 teams, along with special guests, and compete against one another.'✔️

😂 Jenny Slate: Seasoned Professional (Amazon, 12:01 AM) SPECIAL PRESENTATION. 'In her second romantic, electric and naughty little stand-up special, the acclaimed comedian, actress and author proves being brave for love is worth it — even when exploding a baby out of your vagina, stalking your therapist, or trusting your partner to not destroy you.'

⚽ Married to the Game (Amazon, 12:01 AM) SERIES PREMIERE. 'Unprecedented access to the lives of the wives and girlfriends of Premier League footballers İlkay Gündoğan, Jorginho, James Tarkowski, Matt Turner and Riyad Mahrez, during the summer break and the transfer window.'✔️

🐘 Poacher (Amazon, 12:01 AM) SERIES PREMIERE. 'A group of Indian Forest Service officers, NGO workers, police constables and good samaritans risk their lives trying to track down the biggest elephant ivory poachers in the history of India and bring them to justice.'✔️

🎥 Sacred Soil: The Piney Woods School Story (Hulu, 12:01 AM) 'A documentary film set against the culturally historical backdrop of one of America's oldest Black boarding schools. The film provides a window into the ever-evolving, complex layers of the school and its students.'

🎥 Hideo Kojima: Connecting Worlds (Hulu, 12:01 AM) 'Embark on a compelling behind-the-scenes journey, unveiling the visionary mind of Hideo Kojima.'

🎥 Priscilla (Max, 3:01 AM) STREAMING PREMIERE. 'When teenage Priscilla Beaulieu meets Elvis Presley at a party, the man who is already a meteoric rock-and-roll superstar becomes someone entirely unexpected in private moments: a thrilling crush, an ally in loneliness, a vulnerable best friend. Through Priscilla’s eyes, Sofia Coppola tells the unseen side of a great American myth in Elvis and Priscilla's long courtship and turbulent marriage.'✔️

🔔 The Indrani Mukerjea Story (Netflix, 3:01 AM) SEASON ONE. 'Featuring new revelations and unprecedented access, this docuseries digs into the disappearance of 25-year-old Sheena Bora and the shocking aftermath.'

🎥 Mea Culpa (Netflix, 3:01 AM) 'When criminal defense attorney Mea Harper takes on the murder case of artist Zyair Malloy, the truth isn't as obvious as it seems. While she tries to determine the innocence or guilt of her cagy-yet-seductive client, it is uncovered that everyone is guilty of something.'✔️

🎥 Through My Window 3: Looking at You (Netflix, 3:01 AM) 'After the events of the summer, Ares and Raquel can't find a way to carry on their relationship and decide to go their separate ways. When they see each other again in winter, the love and attraction they feel for each other is undeniable.'

🎥 History of Evil (Shudder, 3:01 AM) 'In the near future, war and corruption have plagued America and turned it into a theocratic police state. Ordinary citizens have formed a resistance. One such member, Alegre, breaks out of political prison and reunites with her husband Ron and daughter Daria. The family takes shelter in a remote safe house. But their journey is far from over, as the house's dark past begins to eat away at Ron, and his earnest desire to keep his family safe is overtaken by something much more sinister.'✔️

🎥 The Stepdaughter (Tubi, 3:01 AM) 'After moving in with her dad and his new family, a seemingly sweet high schooler is willing to do anything to keep him to herself, including murder.'

Priscilla

RETURNING SHOWS

🏎 Formula 1: Drive to Survive (Netflix, 3:01 AM) SEASON SIX.

🔔 Wrong Side of the Tracks (Netflix, 3:01 AM) SEASON THREE.

🔔 Mickey Mouse Funhouse (Disney Jr, 9:30 AM) SEASON THREE PREMIERE.

 STREAMING

🔔 Expats (Amazon, 12:01 AM) SEASON FINALE. 

🏈 The Dynasty: New England Patriots (Apple, 12:01 AM) "Borrowed Time / Spygate" 

✈ Masters of the Air (Apple, 12:01 AM) "Part Six" 

⚖ Judy Justice (Freevee, 12:01 AM) 

🔔 Who's Talking to Chris Wallace (Max, 3:01 AM)

🔔 The Woman in the Wall (Paramount, 3:01 AM) "A Little Resurrection" 

💖 Love Island All Stars (Peacock, 3:01 AM) 

👮‍♂️ Flex X Cop (Hulu, 9:31 AM) 

🔔 Undead Unluck (Hulu, 2:01 PM) 

Mea Culpa

LIVE SPORTSBALL TODAY/TONIGHT

⚽ UEFA Women's Nations League Soccer: France vs. Germany (CBSSN, 3:00 PM)

⚾ MLB Baseball: San Diego Padres at Los Angeles Dodgers (ESPN, 3:00 PM)

🏌️‍♂️ PGA Tour Golf: Mexico Open, Second Round (Golf, 4:00 PM)

🏀 College Basketball: Kent State at Akron (CBSSN, 6:00 PM)

🤸‍♂️ Women's College Gymnastics: LSU at Florida (ESPN2, 7:00 PM)

🏀 College Basketball: Toledo at Bowling Green (ESPNU, 7:00 PM)

🏀 NBA Basketball: Cleveland Cavaliers at Philadelphia 76ers (ESPN, 7:30 PM)

🏒 College Hockey: Western Michigan at St. Cloud State (CBSSN, 8:00 PM)

🏀 College Basketball: Duquesne at Fordham (ESPN2, 8:30 PM)

🏀 College Basketball: Fairfield at Quinnipiac (ESPNU, 9:00 PM)

🏀 NBA Basketball: Milwaukee Bucks at Minnesota Timberwolves (ESPN, 10:05 PM)

🏌️‍♀️ LPGA Tour Golf: Honda LPGA Thailand, Third Round (Golf, 10:30 PM)

🥍 NLL Lacrosse: Georgia Swarm at San Diego Seals (ESPNU, 11:00 PM)

⛵ SailGP Racing: KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix, Sydney (CBSSN, 12:00 AM)

History of Evil

🕗 EARLY PRIMETIME 🕗

🔔 The Steam Room With EJ and Chuck (TruTV, 7:00 PM) 'After 25 years on "Inside the NBA," Ernie Johnson and Charles Barkley still have a lot to talk about; guests join the pair for conversations beyond the world of basketball.'

🕗 8:00 EASTERN / 🕖 7:00 CENTRAL

🦈 Shark Tank (ABC, 8:00 PM) 'A state-of-the-art bionic prosthetic device; artisanal desserts for dogs; a bug-catching device; insulated water bottles guaranteed to keep beverages cold for 36 hours.'

👮‍♂️ S.W.A.T. (CBS, 8:00 PM) 'Hondo and Hicks desperately search for Powell, who's gone missing in Mexico City along with a thermobaric bomb capable of killing thousands; Deacon's pride gets injured in a boxing match with Rocker.'

🔔 Penn & Teller: Fool Us (CW, 8:00 PM) 'Featured magicians include Wes Barker, Henry Evans, Gonzalo Albiñana and Keona.'

🔔 RuPaul's Drag Race (MTV, 8:00 PM) 'After the iconic Reading challenge, the queens impersonate celebrities in the classic quick-fire comedy game show. All Stars winner Chad Michaels drops by the werkroom; actress Kyra Sedgwick (The Closer) guest judges.'

🤼‍♂️ WWE's Friday Night Smackdown (Fox, 8:00 PM) 
💰 Gold Rush (Discovery, 8:00 PM)
💖 Ready to Love (OWN, 8:00 PM) 
👮‍♂️ On Patrol: First Shift (Reelz, 8:00 PM) 

🕗 9:00 EASTERN / 🕖 8:00 CENTRAL

🔥 Fire Country (CBS, 9:00 PM) 'While breaking up a bonfire party, the station 42 crew is called to complete a dangerous and highly complex cave rescue.'

🎭 Great Performances (PBS, 9:00 PM) 'A tribute concert honoring country musician George Jones features Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, Jelly Roll, Tanya Tucker, Wynonna, Sam Moore, Travis Tritt, Jamey Johnson, Uncle Kracker and more.'

👽 Ancient Aliens (History, 9:00 PM) 'More than 7,000 years ago, the ancient Sumerians established what is considered the world's first civilization; but it may be possible that these powerful beings were, in fact, extraterrestrial visitors.'

🔔 Hightown (Starz, 9:00 PM) 'Shane has a new partner; Frankie has intel for Alan on Jorge's murder; Ray and Renee's relationship hits rock bottom and Jackie completes rehab - no more rogue hero BS.'

😂 Totally Funny Kids (CW, 9:00 PM) 
💀 Dateline NBC (NBC, 9:00 PM) 
🔔 Hustlers Gamblers Crooks (Discovery, 9:00 PM) SEASON FINALE. 
🍴 Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives (Food, 9:00 PM) 
🚗 Wheeler Dealers (Motortrend, 9:00 PM) 
👮‍♂️ On Patrol: Live (Reelz, 9:00 PM) 
🤮 Mama June: From Not to Hot (WE, 9:00 PM) 
🔔 20/20 (ABC, 9:01 PM) 
😂 Totally Funny Animals (CW, 9:30 PM) 
🔔 RuPaul's Drag Race: Untucked (MTV, 9:30 PM) 

Married to the Game

🕗 10:00 EASTERN / 🕖 9:00 CENTRAL

👮‍♂️ Blue Bloods (CBS, 10:00 PM) 'Danny and Baez join forces with Danny's old partner when a serial killer reappears; Eddie faces backlash when she tries to help a woman who accuses a sergeant of rape; Jamie clashes with his nephew.'

🎵 CMT Campfire Sessions (CMT, 10:00 PM) 'Darius Rucker and his band cozy up to a campfire and share stories behind the songs. They perform acoustic versions of his hits, Alright, Beers and Sunshine, Wagon Wheel, and many more.'

🚗 Graveyard Carz (Motortrend, 10:00 PM) 
🤼‍♂️ All Elite Wrestling: Rampage (TNT, 10:00 PM) 
👽 The Proof is Out There (History, 10:03 PM) 

LATE NIGHT

🔔 The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon (NBC, 11:34 PM) 'TV personality Ken Jeong; former professional basketball player Dwyane Wade; comic Pete Lee.'

🔔 After Midnight (CBS, 12:37 AM) 'Comic Dusty Slay; comic London Hughes; comic Sarah Tiana.'

🔔 The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (CBS, 11:35 PM) 
🔔 Jimmy Kimmel Live! (ABC, 12:05 PM) 
🔔 Late Night with Seth Myers (NBC, 12:35 PM) 
🔔 Nightline (ABC, 12:37 AM)

📺Broadcast/Cable/Satellite - RETRO BINGE📺

The Andy Griffith Show (Sundance, 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM); Law & Order (Pop, 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM); Futurama (Comedy Central, 7:00 AM - 11:15 AM); Roseanne (CMT, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM); M*A*S*H* (TVLand, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM); Living Single (TVOne, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM); Hawaii Five-0 (Ion, 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM); South Park (Comedy Central, 11:15 AM - 2:00 PM); Gunsmoke (TVLand, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM); Seinfeld (Comedy Central, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM); The Andy Griffith Show (TVLand, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM); Family Ties (Antenna, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM); Archie Bunker's Place (Antenna, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM); The Office (Comedy Central, 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM); Three's Company (Antenna, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM); Everybody Loves Raymond (TVLand, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM); The Jeffersons (Antenna, 8:00 PM -9:00 PM); Barney Miller (Antennae, 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM); The King of Queens (TVLand, 11:00 PM - 2:00 AM); Designing Women (Antenna, 11:00 PM - 12:00 AM); Becker (Antenna, 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM); The Drew Carey Show (Antennae, 1:00 AM - 2:00 AM); Alice (Antenna, 2:00 AM - 3:00 AM); Mom (TVLand, 2:00 AM - 4:15 AM)

📺 Johnny Carson (Antenna, 10:00 PM) 'Celebrity Super Dave; actress Park Overall; Mark Schiff.'

Poacher

Key Sources: The Futon Critic; Zap2it; Netflix; Wikipedia; Horrornews.net; Sysfy.com; hollywoodreporter.com

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