Wednesday, October 30, 2024

What's On Tonight (Thursday): I have one job ...

 

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Tonight's Top Pick is Ghosts, because it's Halloween, and I'm not a moron. Trevor approves!


While I continue nursing a crush in Asher Grodman (he's only a year older than me!), let's see what else TV has to offer us for Thursday, Oct. 31. All times are EST.


STREAMING
Mistletoe Murders, 3:01 a.m., Hallmark+. Series premiere. "Poison in a Pear Tree, Part I." "With time running out to prove her friend's innocence, Emily puts her own secret past on the line to find the real tree farm killer, raising suspicion from Detective Sam Wilner." New episodes will stream Thursdays through Dec. 5.

Finding Mr. Christmas, 3:01 a.m., Hallmark+. Series premiere. "Ten aspiring actors compete in a variety of entertaining challenges, with a Hallmark twist, to be crowned Hallmark's next leading man and take home the title of 'Mr. Christmas' in Hallmark's first reality competition series. Co-created, executive produced and hosted by Jonathan Bennett and starring lead judge Melissa Peterman."

Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words, 3:01 a.m., Amazon. Special presentation. "A look at Megan Thee Stallion's rise to stardom, navigating fame, grief, and success. Offering unprecedented access to the multi-faceted artist."

The Groomsmen Trilogy: Last Dance, 3:01 a.m., Hallmark+. Special presentation. "Jackson moves to Italy to be near his daughter, but a chance meeting with cafe owner Gabriella, and some meddling friends, may lead to a second chance at love."

The Diplomat, 3:01 a.m., Netflix. Second season premiere. Six episodes available.

Teacup, 3:01 a.m., Peacock. First season finale. "This Is Nowhere, Parts I and II." "Suspicions grow as the group realizes one of their own poses a deadly threat to Arlo. Donald joins Ruben on a mission to settle unfinished business at the Navarro farm. Maggie contemplates the unthinkable." Later, "After discovering who among them is after Arlo, Maggie and James resort to the unthinkable to save their family and neighbors." Two episodes available.

Frasier, 3:01 a.m., Paramount+. "Thank You, Dr. Crane." "When Frasier returns to Seattle for a KACL anniversary special, he reconnects with a former caller whose life went off the rails."

The Midwich Cuckoos: Village of the Damned, 3:01 a.m., Acorn TV/Sundance Now. "The Hive." "Three years after the blackout, the children are entering the second phase of their development. Susannah notices changes in their behavior and makes a terrifying discovery. Her worst fears are realized when a forgotten mother emerges."

Star Trek: Lower Decks, 3:01 a.m., Paramount+. "The Best Exotic Nanite Hotel." "The Lower Deckers hunt nanites on a resort in space."

Celebrations With Lacey Chabert, 3:01 a.m., Hallmark+. "Tanya's Thanksgiving at the Beach." "Tanya is an LAFD firefighter who also mentors young women coming up the ranks. Lacey and her team put together an epic beachside event that will honor Tanya and showcase the incredible work she has done for her community."


TALKIN' 'BOUT TALK
CBS Mornings, 7 a.m., CBS. Former United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson, Tom Hanks and Robin Wright (Here), and Farmbox Rx CEO Ashley Tyrner.

Live With Kelly and Mark, times and stations vary. "The Halloween show and audience costume contest."

The Drew Barrymore Show, times, lengths, and stations vary. "The Queen of Christmas Mariah Carey is joining Drew, who is dressed as the Queen of Halloween, for a special Halloween show celebrating both holidays!" Later, the Drew-crew shows off their Halloween decorations and snacks skills.


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PRE-PRIMETIME SPORTS
Thursday Night Football, 7 p.m., Amazon. Houston Texans vs. New York Jets.
Thursday Night College Football, 7:30 p.m., ESPN. Tulane vs. Charlotte.
Thursday Night College Football, 7:30 p.m., ESPN2. North Carolina Central vs. South Carolina State.
Women's College Volleyball, 7:30 p.m., Big10. Iowa vs. Ohio State.


8 P.M. (ABC has a Press Your Luck rerun.)
Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage, CBS. "Secrets, Lies and a Chunk of Change." "Georgie digs into Mandy's past when he discovers she's been hiding thousands of dollars of debt. Mandy tries to right her wrongs by going back to work."

Ghosts, 8:30 p.m., CBS. "Halloween 4: The Witch." "The ghosts, seeking some excitement during a low-key Halloween, join Patience in putting Sam on a witch trial."

Law & Order, NBC. "Report Card." "A student is accused of killing his teacher. When the suspect's age puts the case in limbo, Price and Maroun put the school's policies on trial. Shaw's attempts to connect with the suspect backfire."

Hell's Kitchen, FOX. "Hell on Wheels." "Chefs face a pasta challenge judged by pasta experts Angie Rito and Scott Tacinelli."

Scrabble, The CW. "Scrabblelicious." "Contestants engage in some tasty wordplay in the hopes of creating the right words and taking home $10,000."

The This Old House Hour, PBS. "Nashville: Vince Gill's Nashville" and "Gutter Runoff; Replace Ceiling Fan." "Country music singer Vince Gill offers a tour of his favorite spots in Nashville. Kitchen island legs are fashioned from recycled cedar posts; exterior paint colors are selected." Later, "Solving gutter water runoff. Lead carpenter Lasana Harper talks about his journey into carpentry. Replacing a ceiling fan."

NBA Basketball, NBA TV. Milwaukee Bucks vs. Memphis Grizzlies.

NHL Hockey, ESPN+. Edmonton Oilers vs. Nashville Predators.

Women's College Soccer, ACC. Virginia vs. Virginia Tech.

My Sweet Austrian Holiday: Miracles of Christmas, Hallmark Movie Channel. Premiere. "Charlotte inherits a chocolate shop from her grandparents, but soon finds herself in a battle with a large developer who wants to buy the building to turn it into an exclusive shopping boutique."

Movie Night!
The Sixth Sense, FX.


9 P.M. (ABC has back to back Doctor Odyssey reruns.)
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, NBC. "Economics of Shame." "When a TV reporter becomes the victim of sextortion that could ruin her career, Benson helps her take back control while Velasco goes undercover as a potential rich target."

Crime Scene Kitchen, FOX. "Fruit, Flowers and Friends." "The teams go head-to-head in the battle for $100,000. A surprise bonus clue causes panic."

Trivial Pursuit, The CW. "The T.P. Open." "A tennis enthusiast competes in three rounds of trivia in the hope of winning $20,000."

Matlock, CBS. "The Rabbit and the Hawk." "Olympia tasks Matty with getting close to their client, who is fighting for justice in the wrongful death of his wife."

Women's College Volleyball, 9:30 p.m., Big10. USC vs. UCLA.

Movie Night!
Scream, HBO2. 1996 movie.


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10 P.M. (No Johnny Carson tonight because of a Bewitched marathon on Antenna.)
Found, NBC. "Missing While Presumed Dead." "Margaret reopens a teenage girl's missing-person case after an unidentified 4-year-old boy appears in the D.C. area. Lacey recalls a memory from her kidnapping that leads to a clue in the manhunt for Sir. Gabi makes plans to right her wrongs."

Elsbeth, CBS. "Devil's Night." "When a former child star (Brittany O'Grady) wakes up on Halloween after a wild night on the town with no recollection of her whereabouts, Elsbeth and the team retrace her steps. Capt. Wagner must address low morale at the precinct."

NBA Basketball, 10:30 p.m., NBA TV. Phoenix Suns vs. L.A. Clippers.

Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, Bravo. Casey Wilson, Danielle Schneider, and Jennifer Pedranti.

Movie Night!
Candyman, 10:30 p.m., BET Her. 2021 movie.


LATE NIGHT TALK (Late Night With Seth Meyers is presumably a rerun.)
The Daily Show, 11 p.m., Comedy Central. Guest Host Ronny Chieng has Connie Chung.
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, 11:34 p.m., NBC. Anthony Mackie, Sarah Sherman, and Shin Lim.
The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, 11:35 p.m., CBS. Seth Meyers and Mohanad Elshieky.
Jimmy Kimmel Live!, 11:35 p.m., ABC. Anthony Anderson and "Science Bob" Pflugfelder.
After Midnight, 12:37 a.m., CBS. Marcella Arguello, Justin Willman, and Caroline Rhea.


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LATE NIGHT PICK!
The Goonies, 11 p.m., TBS.


Sources: Futon Critic, zap2it, individual show websites, TV Everyday, IMDB, Google.

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