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What to Watch Tuesday
“Brooklyn,” the lovely story about a young Irish immigrant’s coming of age, is available online. And NBC presents the new comedy “Crowded.”
Better Call Saul: ‘Better Call Saul’ Season 2, Episode 5: Do Not Attend Law School
Much of this week’s episode concerns the tedium of life in corporate law.
Blindspot: ‘Blindspot’ Season 1, Episode 13: His Name is Jonas
This episode was quite a departure for the typically action-packed series.
Review: ‘Bride & Prejudice’ Shows Three Engaged Couples Facing Family Opposition
This FYI reality show puts bigotry — from race to religion to sexual orientation — front and center in depicting couples headed to the altar.
Review: ‘Crowded’ Disrupts Life in an Empty Nest
A middle-aged couple’s two adult daughters move back home in this comedy series, created by Suzanne Martin, on NBC.
NBC’s ‘Little Big Shots’ Scores Big Ratings
The second episode of the program, which is hosted by Steve Harvey, gained the biggest ratings for a Sunday night NBC show in years.
Billions: ‘Billions’ Season 1, Episode 8: The Miseducation of Bryan Connerty
Chuck trains his protégé in how and when to cross ethical lines.
What to Watch Monday
Eight young comedians show off their talents in “The Characters.” Juilliard opens its doors with virtual master classes. And HBO examines the Ebola outbreak and its aftermath.
Fighting to Give Minority Actors the Spotlight
Annette E. Alvarez, who owns a New York City talent management company, has ruffled industry feathers for years in her quest to get nonwhite actors a broader range of roles.
The Walking Dead: ‘The Walking Dead’ Season 6, Episode 13: Carol the Killer
Sunday’s bleak episode filled in the gaps from last week, depicting Carol and Maggie’s capture.
Vinyl: ‘Vinyl’ Season 1, Episode 5: Hannibal’s Anagrams
After half a season of “Vinyl,” it’s time to ask: Where’s this show headed?
Critic’s Notebook: Sketch Comedy’s New Faces on TV
In shows like ‘The Characters’ on Netflix and ‘Night Class’ on the History channel, the genre is enlivening usually drab corners.
To Defray His Legal Costs in Defamation Suits, Cosby Turns to His Insurance
As Bill Cosby faces lawsuits from women, he has turned to his insurer, American International Group, which has challenged his claims.
House of Cards: ‘House of Cards’ Season 4 Finale: We Make the Terror
The season ends on a chilling moment.
Film Academy Governors Take On Race and Ratings
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Science governing board will wrestle with a lack of diversity in its ranks and with poor ratings for the Feb. 28 Oscars telecast.
What to Watch Sunday
Agatha Christie’s “And Then There Were None” comes to television. And “The Wave,” a Norwegian take on the disaster movie genre, is on iTunes.
Downton Abbey: ‘Downton Abbey’: What to Watch Next Now That It’s Over
Feeling an acute sense of Dowager Countess withdrawal? Several shows (some British and some not) could help fill the void for “Downton” fans.
House of Cards: ‘House of Cards’ Season 4, Episode 12: White House and Chill
The Underwoods invite a family into their inner sanctum.
What to Watch Saturday
F. Gary Gray charts the story of N.W.A in “Straight Outta Compton.” Audra McDonald channels Billie Holiday, and Ariana Grande is on “S.N.L.”
Review: ‘And Then There Were None,’ a Classic Murder Case Revived
Agatha Christie’s mystery goes beyond its roots as a whodunit into new psychological territory in this BBC production being shown on Lifetime.
House of Cards: ‘House of Cards’ Season 4, Episode 11: An Odd Threesome
After two energetic chapters, this episode of ‘House of Cards’ treads water.
‘Janet King,’ a Legal Drama Down Under
Marta Dusseldorp stars in the title role, an Australian prosecutor just back from maternity leave, in this series from the streaming service Acorn TV.
Anthology TV Can Draw Higher-Level Actors, FX Executive Says
A discussion about why shows like “American Crime story” and “Fargo,” which change settings, characters and story lines each season, are here to stay.
What to Watch Friday
“Pixels,” a nostalgic comedy from last summer, is on Starz. And “Bosch” returns for a second season of old-fashioned California noir.
My Job: Watch ‘Downton Abbey.’ Poor Me.
Louis Bayard looks back at his year-plus stint recapping “Downton Abbey” for The New York Times.
3 ‘Survivor’ Contestants Collapse in Cambodian Heat, and One Is Evacuated
One participant, Caleb, was rushed to a hospital in the incident, which was broadcast on Wednesday night.
House of Cards: ‘House of Cards’ Season 4, Episode 10: The Sympathy Vote
The specter of death seeps into every story line in this chapter of “House of Cards.”
John Legend and Aldis Hodge Discuss ‘Underground’
WGN America’s new series about a group of slaves trying to escape from a Georgia plantation debuted on Wednesday.
What to Watch Thursday
Jennifer Lawrence takes a final bow in “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2.” And outsiders infiltrate an Indiana prison in “60 Days In.”
The Smollett Family Business: Acting and Activism
Jussie Smollett and Jurnee Smollett-Bell, who are brother and sister, discuss new projects — and when all six Smollett siblings had their own sitcom.
House of Cards: ‘House of Cards’ Season 4, Episode 9: Convention Time
This was ‘House of Cards’ at its most fast-paced and entertaining.
Review: ‘Flaked’ Features Will Arnett as a Dude of a Certain Age
Laughs in this new Netflix series come from the self-regard of two characters in Los Angeles who fancy themselves irresistible to young women.
Review: ‘Bosch’ Returns a Detective to the Force
Drawn from Michael Connelly’s California noir novels, the second season of this Amazon series starts by having the protagonist come off a suspension.
Critic’s Notebook: Donald Trump Brings Red Meat and Wine to Primary-Night Airwaves
The Republican presidential front-runner’s news conference from Florida on Tuesday was a flag-draped, prime-time infomercial for the Trump brand.
House of Cards: ‘House of Cards’ Season 4, Episode 8: Politics Is Show Business
This episode takes the show’s cynicism to a whole other level.
Padma Lakshmi Opens Up About Rushdie in Memoir
The host of “Top Chef” gets deeply personal about her marriage to Salman Rushdie, motherhood and being Indian.
Snapshot: Q. and A. With Neve Campbell: Fiction Eclipsed by Truth
The actress, who plays Leann Harvey this season in “House of Cards,” talks about politics and roles for women over 40.
Bill Cosby’s Wife Declined to Answer Many Questions in Defamation Case
Camille Cosby was deposed last month in Massachusetts in a federal civil case filed against her husband by seven women.
What to Watch Wednesday
“The Carmichael Show” rekindles memories of Archie and Edith. In “Underground,” an enslaved blacksmith races toward freedom. And Michael Fassbender plays Macbeth.
American Crime Story: ‘The People v. O.J. Simpson’ Season 1, Episode 6: The Many Trials of Marcia Clark
Everyone owes the prosecutor an apology.
Review: In ‘Underground,’ Antebellum Slaves Plan Their Escape
This WGN America series centers on a group of slaves determined to break free from their Georgia plantation.
Sarah Paulson on Playing the Bruising Role of Marcia Clark
Ms. Paulson, who performs the role of the prosecutor in “The People v. O.J. Simpson,” discusses the sixth episode, which addresses the withering scrutiny Ms. Clark faced.
Charlie Sheen, 9/11 and the Mystery Production Company
A would-be comeback vehicle for a star better known lately for his drug abuse looks dicey on closer inspection.
Review: ‘The Carmichael Show’ Takes on Tough Topics
Starring the stand-up comic Jerrod Carmichael, this NBC comedy has a lot to say about subjects from guns to race to Bill Cosby.
Jane the Virgin: ‘Jane the Virgin’ Season 2, Episode 14: Sliding Doors
How cruel was that fake-out opening?
House of Cards: ‘House of Cards’ Season 4, Episode 7: Rock Star Candidate
We finally meet Will Conway.
Mr. Darcy’s Shirt Is Coming to America
A proposal to display the garment wet was deemed “curatorially unsound.”
What to Watch Tuesday
Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara play women in love in Todd Haynes’s “Carol.” “New Girl” hits its 100th episode. And “Of Kings and Prophets” brings the biblical Books of Samuel to television.
‘Blindspot’ Season 1, Episode 12: Supersoldiers
It was a one step forward, two step back episode of ‘Blindspot’ this week.
Better Call Saul: ‘Better Call Saul’ Season 2, Episode 4:
At last, a Season 2 episode of “Better Call Saul” that demonstrates how gripping this show can get.
The Cosby Case: Where Things Stand
A criminal case against Bill Cosby is on hold pending a review by a higher court. He’s also embroiled in five civil suits.
House of Cards: ‘House of Cards’ Season 4, Episode 6: Is Pollyhop a Sillier Name Than Slugline?
Claire gets tough with Petrov, and Frank’s back in business.
Review: In ‘Of Kings and Prophets,’ Biblical Tales Retold
Drawing on the Books of Samuel, this ABC drama focuses on King Saul as he tries to unite the 12 tribes of Israel against the Philistines.
Downton Abbey: ‘Downton Abbey’: Lessons Learned After Six Seasons
This show, with its six seasons and immense popularity, has taught us about our television viewing habits.
Questlove’s Latest Quest: Bringing Chefs Together
The hip-hop musician is becoming a force in the food world.
House of Cards: ‘House of Cards’ Season 4, Episode 5: The Ghosts of Frank’s Past
Frank Underwood is sidelined, in an episode full of the past.
‘The X-Files’
Recaps of the paranormal drama on Fox.
‘House of Cards’
Recaps of the Netflix political drama.
Hulk Hogan Says He’s Confident, as Trial Begins Over Sex Tape
The trial is the latest prominent legal battle highlighting the somewhat murky line between the right to privacy and the right to free speech.
Jimmy Kimmel to Host 2016 Emmys in September
The awards, recognizing television’s best, will be broadcast on ABC on Sept. 18.
Downton Abbey: ‘Downton Abbey’ Director Michael Engler on the Emotional Final Episode
The longtime TV director talks about the final episode and the last day of shooting.
What to Watch Monday
Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy examines “honor killings” in Pakistan. Rebecca and Josh try to figure out what’s next on “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend.” And Damien Thorn of “The Omen” grows up.
The Walking Dead: ‘The Walking Dead’ Season 6, Episode 12: Seriously Maggie?
Tensions with the Saviors escalated on Sunday.
Vinyl: ‘Vinyl’ Season 1, Episode 4: It’s Not a Woman’s World
Women (both the show’s characters and the actresses) have it hard on this week’s episode.
A Conversation With: Julian Fellowes: The Creator of ‘Downton Abbey’ on a Finale With Room to Grow
Julian Fellowes defends Sunday’s happy ending and discusses the possibility of a movie.
Downton Abbey: ‘Downton Abbey’ Finale: A Grand British Story With an American Finish
You knew it would end this way, right?
Billions: ‘Billions’ Season 1, Episode 7: What Makes a Bad Partnership?
Sunday’s episode attempted to puzzle out the mysteries of the show’s power couples.
Louis C.K. Condemns Trump in Email
The comedian compared the Republican front-runner Donald J. Trump to Hitler in an email blast to his fans.
BET Honors Pay Tribute to Patti LaBelle, Lee Daniels, Eric Holder and Others
The annual event will be broadcast on Black Entertainment Television on March 14.
Review: In ‘Damien,’ a Photojournalist Resists His More Devilish Side
In this new series on A&E, Bradley James plays a role made famous in the “Omen” horror-movie franchise.
House of Cards: ‘House of Cards’ Season 4, Episode 3: The Trump-Underwood Connection
Sometimes art imitates life. Sometimes life imitates art.
House of Cards: ‘House of Cards’ Season 4, Episode 4: Well That Was Surprising
Just when this episode threatens to get bogged down in political strategy, Lucas Goodwin wades in.
What to Watch Sunday
“Downton Abbey” closes its doors; Kevin Spacey joins the political debate on “Meet the Press”; and Caitlyn Jenner shares her views on “I Am Cait.”
What to Watch Saturday
Melissa McCarthy plays a funny Miss Moneypenny in “Spy.” Amy Adams is an unheralded painter in “Big Eyes.” And Jonah Hill hosts “Saturday Night Live.”
Regina King Has So Many Stories to Tell
The actress, who won an Emmy for her role in “American Crime,” has found success in playing a wide range of characters.
House of Cards: ‘House of Cards’ Season 4, Episode 2: State of the Union
Two episodes in, Ellen Burstyn is infusing this season with a sense of vitality.
‘Vinyl’ Looks (and Listens) for Authenticity in Its Tunes
The television series has brought in old experts and new musicians to create songs with an authentic 1970s punk feel.
Critic’s Notebook: A National Descent Into Trump’s Pants
In the Republican debate, Donald J. Trump and his opponents weren’t even speaking the same language. They attacked him for lies; he answered with size.
Republican Debate Draws 16.9 Million Viewers to Fox News
The viewership was significantly higher than for the Republican debate in January, which Donald Trump refused to join.
‘NCIS’ at 300: The 5 Most Compelling Episodes
The CBS crime procedural is to air its 300th episode on March 15; here are some of the best episodes in its 13 years.
‘NCIS’: Meat and Potatoes TV, but Still Popular
The CBS drama, TV’s most-watched scripted show, is about to air its 300th episode, a rare achievement.
House of Cards: ‘House of Cards’: 5 Things to Remember Before Watching Season 4
Here are a few talking points to keep in mind about some of the show’s key characters as you get ready to settle into another binge-fest.
House of Cards: ‘House of Cards’ Season 4, Episode 1: A Thumb in the Eye
Frank Underwood is in the middle of a presidential primary — a backdrop that could overshadow this new season or make it feel extra-relevant.
Megyn Kelly and Donald Trump Avoid Hostilities
The Republican debate in Detroit was the first time the two shared the same stage since August, when tensions between them were high.
Snapshot: Q. and A. With Tina Fey: Live From Kabul, It’s a Feminist Comedy
The “30 Rock” alumna talks about her new film, “Whiskey Tango Foxtrot,” and what’s in store for Kimmy Schmidt.
What to Watch Friday
The Underwoods fight to the death in “House of Cards.” And former brothers-in-law cruise Iceland in “Land Ho!”
Encounters: A Karaoke Night With Will Forte, Star of ‘Last Man on Earth’
In a private room in Los Angeles, the star and co-creator of “The Last Man on Earth” belts his way through “Mama Tried,” “Help Me” and “Superstar.”
Downton Abbey: ‘Downton Abbey,’ the Good, the Bad and the Forgotten
You enjoyed the Crawleys when they were the hot new thing, then you drifted. But with end times approaching, here’s a crash course in Downtonology.
Letter of Recommendation: Letter of Recommendation: ‘Vanderpump Rules’
An outlier in the personal-growth-obsessed universe of reality TV.
What to Watch Thursday
Joan Allen plays the mother of a missing child in “The Family.” Viceland continues to roll out new series. And “The Fashion Fund” moves to Amazon.
Q. and A.: Ellen Page Explores L.G.B.T. Travel in New Documentary Series
The actress developed and produced the documentary series “Gaycation” with her friend Ian Daniel for the new Viceland channel.
Review: In ‘The Family,’ a Lost Son Might Be Back From Limbo
This new drama on ABC has secrets aplenty, including back-room deal-making, sibling guilt and lingering traumas.
Fox Moderators to Face Donald Trump in Thursday’s Debate
Megyn Kelly, Chris Wallace and Bret Baier talked about their preparations and how they see their roles.
Tony Warren, Creator of ‘Coronation Street,’ Dies at 79
The writer was a 24-year-old actor when he had the idea for the British soap opera.
CNN’s ‘Race for the White House’ Provides Heated Moments of Campaigns Past
This new six-part series, narrated by Kevin Spacey, focuses on six presidential campaigns, from Jackson-Adams to Bush-Clinton.
Review: ‘The Circus’ Is Reality TV for a Reality-TV Presidential Race
Mark Halperin and John Heilemann digest the events on the presidential campaign trail, along with the local fried chicken, on Showtime.
Critic’s Notebook: On CNN, Debating Trump and the Ku Klux Klan. Really.
Jeffrey Lord, a former Reagan staffer, and Van Jones, a former Obama staffer, butt heads live over Donald Trump’s handling of the K.K.K.
Feature: Jerrod Carmichael Goes There
One of Hollywood’s fastest-rising young comics is pushing audiences to find humor in the darkest of places.
What to Watch Wednesday
See the Oscar winning “Amy,” about the singer Amy Winehouse. Visit space with the astronaut Scott J. Kelly. Or take a “Gaycation” with Ellen Page.
American Crime Story: ‘The People v. O.J. Simpson’ Episode 5: The Race Strategy
This episode goes deep on how race completely upended the O.J. Simpson trial.
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