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Late Laughs for the week of February 21 - 27, 2021

Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Tom Brady makes history as both the oldest person ever to play in a Super Bowl and the first person who ever moved to Florida so he could keep working.

 

Why is the rollout of the COVID vaccine going worse than the rollout of the Popeye's chicken sandwich?

 

Last Week Tonight With John Oliver, on HBO

John Oliver hosts this Emmy-winning series, back with a new episode of its eighth season. Taking a deep dive into social, cultural and political issues, Oliver highlights lesser-known stories and offers new perspectives on the headlines.

John Oliver hosts "Last Week Tonight With John Oliver"
John Oliver hosts "Last Week Tonight With John Oliver"

'Luda Can't Cook': Rapper-actor-restaurateur gets schooled in new special

Author: 
Michelle Rose / TV Media
Chris "Ludacris" Bridges of "Luda Can't Cook"

Chris "Ludacris" Bridges of "Luda Can't Cook"

He can rap and act and run a successful restaurant. But as the title of a new one-hour special suggests, Chris "Ludacris" Bridges can't cook — at least, he couldn't … until now.

Back to 'The Wonder Years': Reboot in the works

Author: 
Michelle Rose / TV Media
Josh Saviano, Fred Savage and Danica McKellar in "The Wonder Years"

Josh Saviano, Fred Savage and Danica McKellar in "The Wonder Years"

Back to 'The Wonder Years': Networks are still riding a wave of '80s nostalgia — in fact, they've added a few more familiar titles to the list of reboots, remakes and spinoffs currently in the works.

Saturday Night Live, on NBC

Now in its 46th season, the iconic sketch comedy show has served as a launching ground for funny people, films and recording artists since its premiere in 1975. The show recently aired its 900th episode, which was guest-hosted by Dan Levy.

"Saturday Night Live" cast member, Alex Moffat
"Saturday Night Live" cast member, Alex Moffat

Q: Why did Chip and Joanna Gaines leave HGTV for a new network?

Author: 
Adam Thomlison / TV Media

To be fair, they're not just leaving for a new network. They're leaving for their own network.

The network formerly known as DIY Network is being rebranded as Magnolia Network, a joint venture between the Gaineses and Discovery. Discovery is the parent company of DIY and of HGTV, the Gaineses former TV home.

Snatch, on AMC

Jason Statham leads an ensemble cast in this twisted black comedy heist drama. A small-time fight promoter finds himself in big-time trouble when he crosses paths with a sadistic mobster (Alan Ford), an Irish Traveler (Brad Pitt) and a stolen diamond.

Jason Statham in "Snatch"
Jason Statham in "Snatch"

Skating around secrets: New hockey drama 'Beartown' premieres on HBO

Author: 
Rachel Jones / TV Media
Miriam Ingrid stars in "Beartown"

Miriam Ingrid stars in "Beartown"

If you like hockey, Swedish backdrops, shocking twists and inspiring stories about small communities, then you're in luck. The five-part series "Beartown" takes all of these qualities and turns them into a new series that is set to premiere Monday, Feb. 22, on HBO.

Clarice, on CBS

Rebecca Breeds stars as FBI agent Clarice Starling in this new series based on the "Silence of the Lambs" heroine. Still reeling from the traumatic events of her dealings with a cannibalistic serial killer, Clarice returns to the field.

Rebecca Breeds stars in "Clarice"
Rebecca Breeds stars in "Clarice"

Tough as Nails, on CBS

Twelve hard-working contenders are tested by a series of challenges meant to push their endurance, life skills and mental toughness to the limit at real-world job sites. Phil Keoghan returns to host this blue-collar competition series' second season.

Phil Keoghan hosts "Tough as Nails"
Phil Keoghan hosts "Tough as Nails"
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