Wednesday, February 12, 2025

What's On Tonight (Thursday): Sweep the leg!

 

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Tonight's Top Pick is the five-episode series finale of Cobra Kai. I'll be honest with you, The Karate Kid is one of my pop culture blindspots. I've somehow made it this far without seeing any installment. I guess I could rectify that. Maybe one of these years I'll amend the original movies version of Thoughts On (The Films of 1984) to include non-comedies or musicals.


While I wonder if there's an audience for my commentary on Places in the Heart, let's see what TV has to offer us for Thursday, Feb. 13. All times are EST.


STREAMING
Cobra Kai, 3:01 a.m., Netflix. Series finale. "Into the Fire," "Rattled," "Skeletons," "Strike Last," and "Ex Degenerate." Five episodes available.

Sweethearts, 12:01 a.m., Amazon. Series premiere. "In this unscripted series, follow the lives of six teenage couples in Charleston, South Carolina, as they navigate the end of high school and their final summer together as a couple, before heading off to college. As senior year comes to an end, all high school sweethearts are forced to look at their relationship and decide ... who do you want to be? And who do you want to be with?" Ten episodes available.

Sly Lives! (aka the Burden of Black Genius), 3:01 a.m., Disney+/Hulu. Special presentation. "The life and legacy of Sly and the Family Stone, telling the story behind the rise, reign and fade out of one of pop music's influential artists." Directed by Questlove.

Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, 3:01 a.m., Peacock. Special presentation. "Bridget Jones (Renée Zellweger) finally has some luck in her life. She has a great job as a screenwriter, her family and a new boyfriend (Leo Woodall). The fact that he is over 20 years younger than her isn't the only thing that is causing problems." Costarring Chiwetel Ejiofor, Hugh Grant, Colin Firth, and Emma Thompson.

La Dolce Villa, 3:01 a.m., Netflix. Special presentation. "When his daughter (Maia Reficco) decides to buy a crumbling Tuscan villa, Eric (Scott Foley) rushes to Italy to talk her out of it. He instead finds beauty, romance and a new purpose." Costarring Violante Placido and Giuseppe Futia.

My Fault: London, 3:01 a.m., Amazon. Special presentation. "An 18-year-old girl named Noah (Asha Banks) moves from America to London with her mother (Eve Macklin) and wealthy stepfather (Ray Fearon). She meets her stepbrother (Matthew Broome), and an attraction brews despite their efforts. Unaware, her estranged father (Jason Flemyng) tracks her down after release from prison."

The Family Business: New Orleans, 3:01 a.m., BET+. "The Hunt is On." "The walls begin to close in on the Duncans as choices they've made in the past begin to haunt them in the most unexpected ways. Choices they make in the present could have crushing consequences."

Fallen, 3:01 a.m., Sundance Now. "Stolen Time." "Luce retrieves medical records, uncovers Daniel's past. Seeks truth about harming Cam after solitary punishment. Daniel initially refuses help but intervenes when Luce faces trouble."

School Spirits, 3:01 a.m., Paramount+. "Ghost Who's Coming to Dinner." "When Janet invites Maddie's friends over for dinner, the ghosts and the living must work together to find out her intentions. Maddie uncovers intel about Janet that shakes her resolve."

The Z-Suite, 3:01 a.m., Tubi. "Expectation vs. Reality." "Kriska, Elliot, and Clem try not to blow their first big pitch. Monica desperately seeks to rehabilitate her image in the advertising community."

Father Brown, 3:01 a.m., Britbox. "The Invisible Friends." "Father Brown investigates when murder threatens to derail the live broadcast of agricultural radio drama The Muckles."

The Kardashians, 12:01 a.m., Hulu. "I Don't Erase What Happened." "Kim faces the Met Gala after dealing with backlash from the night before. Khloé is leaving the burdens of her past behind her. Kourtney organises a surprise family dinner that isn't an easy ride."

Harley Quinn, 3:01 a.m., Max. "Big Pasta Dinner."


TALKIN' 'BOUT TALK
Good Morning America/GMA3, 7 a.m./1 p.m., ABC. Questlove (Sly Lives!), how a new brain surgery helps those with seizures, Will Reeve facing off against the NHL's 4 Nations, Erin Jensen's search for love, and Valentine's Day-inspired Deals & Steals with Tory Johnson. Later, Anthony Mackie (Captain America: Brave New World) and "Women Behind the Lens" looks at Coralie Fargeat (The Substance).

Tamron Hall, times and stations vary. Yvette Nicole Brown and Tony Davis talk about their journey from friends to spouses. Later, Dr. Whitney Bowe shows how to have kissable lips for Valentine's Day.

Sherri, times and stations vary. Morris Chestnut (Watson) and comedian Felipe Esparza.


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PRE-PRIMETIME SPORTS
Women's College Basketball, 7 p.m., ESPN2. Texas vs. Kentucky.


8 P.M.
Next Level Chef, FOX. Fourth season premiere. "Social Media Chef Auditions." "Eight social media chefs kick off the competition."

Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, ABC. "Banner MD Anderson, Part I." "The crew designs and develops a brand-new wellness center and family residences to serve as a safe haven for patients at the Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Gilbert, Arizona."

Police 24/7, The CW. "Locked and Loaded." "Police respond to a tip of a suspect hiding out in a hotel. A suspect’s auntie gives controversial advice to her nephew. A backyard dwelling gator gets relocated by a team of police."

The This Old House Hour, PBS. "Ridgewood: Sugar Maple Revival" and "3D Printed Homes; Square Bow." "The whole gang comes down to help as the build nears completion. Boiler installation. Pantry tiles." Later, "A company that builds homes using 3D printing. Landscaper Aaron Smith. Using a lathe to turn a square bowl with legs."

Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage, CBS. "A House Divided." "Audrey and Mary go to war over CeeCee and Georgie, and Mandy can't help but take sides."

Ghosts, 8:30 p.m., CBS. "It's the End of the World as We Know It and What Were We Talking About?" "Flower interferes with the opening of Jay's restaurant based on a prophecy from her old cult leader."

Law & Order, NBC. "Duty to Protect." "When a teenage girl is found dead, the squad struggles to find a motive without knowing her identity. Price and Maroun must pick up the broken pieces of their case after a shocking courtroom revelation."

NBA Basketball, 8:30 p.m., TNT/TruTV. Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Minnesota Timberwolves.

2025 4 Nations Face-Off, ESPN. Three hours. Team USA vs. Team Finland.

Movie Night!
13 Going on 30, VH1.


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9 P.M.
C.B. Strike, HBO. Sixth season finale. "Lethal White, Part IV." "While Robin struggles with changes in her personal life, she and Strike are able to provide some comfort to a grieving father. The pair interview more players in the case and work with the police, still honing in on the blackmailer's accomplice." Followed by an encore.

The Traitors, Peacock. "A B**** Is Lying." "The Faithful seek to close the lid on the coffin theory, while an alliance of gamers sparks suspicion and distrust. The Traitors' trust continues to crumble, threatening them from reaching the final stretch of the game together."

The Pitt, Max. "1:00 P.M."

Scamanda, ABC. "Stage 3: The Wheels of Justice." "With Nancy and Detective Martinez on the case, the IRS takes an interest in Amanda's story, tracing the money that came through Amanda's website and subpoenaing years and years of Amanda's medical files."

Crime Nation, The CW. "Kansas Moms Killings." "Unraveling the mystery surrounding the sudden disappearance of two young mothers, which left their families and friends in a state of fear and confusion. As investigators dig into the case, they begin to suspect that there may be a darker plot at play."

Matlock, CBS. "A Traitor in Thine Own House." "Tensions rise as Shae works with Olympia's team on a case for a tech startup that's had trade secrets stolen."

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, NBC. "Calculated." "When a high school principal busts a student for sexting, the SVU uncovers a sinister case of distribution concerning hundreds of underage students. Silva pleads for leniency for a suspect she believes is innocent."

Animal Control, FOX. "Buffalo and Beavers." "Frank's ongoing prank war with Templeton reaches new heights. Victoria intervenes when Emily tries to get closer on her relationship with Rick. Patel's job as interim supervisor goes sideways."

Going Dutch, 9:30 p.m., FOX. "When You Wish Upon a Star." "Gen. Davidson arrives at Stroopsdorf to receive his second star. The colonel eagerly desires a promotion and needs Capt. Quinn's help to charm Gen. King. Maj. Shah dips his toes back into the dating pool."

College Basketball, ESPN2. Memphis vs. South Florida.

Movie Night!
Jackie, 9:13 p.m., HBO Signature.


10 P.M.
Perfect Wife: The Mysterious Disappearance of Sherri Papini, ABC. "The Bigger One Enjoyed It." "As Keith struggles to support Sherri's trauma and rebuild their family, an unexpected call from law enforcement leads to new revelations that turn their world upside down, yet again."

Elsbeth, CBS. "Tiny Town." "Sparks fly between Elsbeth and a handsome Scottish musician named Angus (Ioan Gruffud) after he witnesses a murder through a video art installation linking Manhattan with his tiny seaside town."

Found, NBC. "Missing While Misidentified." "The past and present collide when the truth about how Sir's captivity began is revealed. New information on Jamie raises questions about his abduction. Gabi struggles to make amends as the case against her evolves. Sir makes a confession."

So Damn Close: Atlanta '24, FS1. Special presentation. "NASCAR drivers Daniel Suárez, Ryan Blaney and Kyle Busch revisit the closest three-way finish in NASCAR history, plus interviews with their crew chiefs and spotters."

Impractical Jokers, TBS. "Thanks For Nothing." "The team scouts for the next child star while trying not to laugh as Dan Jost reads his honest movie reviews in a focus group."

Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, Bravo. Anya Taylor-Joy and Miles Teller.

Movie Night!
Marvin's Room, 10:30 p.m., The Movie Channel.


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LATE NIGHT TALK (CBS has reruns this week.)
The Daily Show, 11 p.m., Comedy Central. Jordan Klepper has Brady Corbet.
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, 11:34 p.m., NBC. Renée Zellweger, Halsey and The Lumineers.
Jimmy Kimmel Live!, 11:35 p.m., ABC. Antoni Porowski and Sia.
Late Night With Seth Meyers, 12:37 a.m., NBC. Tom Hanks and Harper Steele.
Nightline, 12:37 a.m., ABC.


LATE NIGHT PICK!
Indecent Proposal, 11:35 p.m., Flix.


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

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