A (wo)man's world: Society's norms are challenged in new HBO drama
Suranne Jones stars in "Gentleman Jack"
New Releases for the week of April 21 - 27
Destroyer
When she receives a $100 bill stained with dye in an unmarked envelope, Det. Erin Bell (Kidman) is convinced that it portends the return of Silas (Kebbell), a notorious gang leader who disappeared years ago when a bank heist went off the rails. One by one, she tracks down and interrogates Silas's former associates, following a trail of breadcrumbs that she hopes will eventually lead her to the man himself, but her own past as an undercover detective refuses to stay buried, and her memories from that time haunt her.
Director: Karyn Kusama. Stars: Nicole Kidman, Toby Kebbell, Tatiana Maslany, Sebastian Stan, Scoot McNairy. 2018. 121 min. Action.
Escape Room
Six strangers from different walks of life all receive invitations to visit a new escape room with the promise of $10,000 if they can make it out successfully. After meeting each other and settling into the waiting room, they discover that the game has already begun, and that the waiting room is itself an escape room -- and horrifyingly, the room is also designed to kill them if they don't escape. It soon becomes clear that there are multiple rooms they must make their way through, and they must solve clues and puzzles in each one to unlock the door to the next room. Failing to make it out of any of the rooms in time has deadly consequences.
Director: Adam Robitel. Stars: Taylor Russell, Logan Miller, Jay Ellis, Tyler Labine, Deborah Ann Woll, Nik Dodani. 2019. 99 min. Action.
I Spit on Your Grave: Deja Vu
Forty years after she exacted revenge upon those who had brutally assaulted her, successful writer Jennifer Hills (Keaton) is targeted by the families of her assaulters who kidnap both her and her daughter. With not only her own life on the line but also that of her daughter, Jennifer proves again that she'll do whatever it takes to get revenge.
Director: Meir Zarchi. Stars: Camille Keaton, Jamie Bernadette, Maria Olsen, Jonathan Peacy, Jeremy Ferdman, Holgie Forrester. 2019. Horror.
Famous non-foodies: Chefs Burrell and Florence aim to help culinarily clueless celebrities
Tyler Florence and Anne Burrell host "Worst Cooks in America"
Keep those fire extinguishers close, chefs Anne Burrell and Tyler Florence are back with a fresh batch of culinary dunces who are eager to learn a thing or two about how to succeed in the kitchen. "Worst Cooks in America: Celebrity Edition" returns to Food Network for a fifth season on Sunday, April 21.
Recaps for the week of April 15 - 19
Michael Mealor as seen in "The Young and the Restless"
The Bold and the Beautiful
Flo's entire world is shaken when she learns the identity of her father. Quinn questions Bill about his past involvement with Shauna in Las Vegas. Flo asks Shauna to play along when Hope brings up Flo's "daughter," Phoebe. Bill arrives at a conclusion about why Quinn is so hard on the women in Wyatt's life. Shauna loses it when she discovers Flo's involvement in the baby-switch drama. Hope and Liam talk about when Steffy should find out about Flo's father. Ridge is thrown for a loop by Thomas's revelation about his feelings for Hope. Liam fights for the love he shares with Hope in an effort to overcome her sadness. Liam finds comfort with and gets some relationship advice from Sally and Wyatt. Thomas advises Hope to have Liam go visit Steffy and the girls in Paris.
Days of Our Lives
Jack points the finger at Adrienne for trying to sabotage his and Eve's wedding. Jennifer confesses to JJ that she may have lost Jack for good. Claire crashes Haley and Tripp's wedding. Ben invites Ciara to stay the night with him. Brady raises objections when he learns that Kate wants a job at Titan. Will has a frightening episode at the hospital. Gabi doubles down on trying to seduce Stefan. Eric makes a surprising offer when he learns that Rex and Sarah have set a wedding date. Chloe is enraged when she discovers Brady's deception. Ben learns that the cartel is back in Salem. Eric tells Sarah about his regrets regarding Nicole. Marlena and Sonny anxiously await news about Will. Gabi and Ciara are held hostage by the cartel. Brady finds Chloe in a dangerous situation. Rafe tells Lani about his fight with Hope. Rex confronts Eric about his feelings for Sarah. Rafe is rushed to the hospital after getting shot. Hope joins forces with Ben to rescue Ciara. Gabi and Stefan share a kiss. Eli listens in on Ted during a mysterious phone call.
General Hospital
Shiloh is manipulated by Sam. Michael puts the pieces together. Franco butts heads with Cam. Jason finds out about Brad's loyalty to Dawn of Day. Sonny disagrees with Margaux. Michael lends a sympathetic ear. Sonny shares words of caution with Jason. Alexis discovers that Kristina got some help from Julian. Carly is moved to a tearful state. Jordan and Franco meet up. Ava turns to Scott for help. Laura focuses on the important things. Kevin receives a warm invitation. Shiloh and Jason have a confrontation.
The Young and the Restless
Phyllis shows incriminating photos of Kyle and Lola to Jack and threatens to reveal them to the press unless Jack gives up ownership of Fenmore's. Jack becomes angry and refuses to give in to her demands, while also warning Kyle about her plans. Victoria fills Nikki in on Victor's secret trip to Las Vegas. The mother and daughter then go rifling through Victor's files in his office. Cane apologizes to Billy for his actions and admits that he wants to take responsibility for his actions. With the hope of besting Ashley, Jack asks Abby if she would partner with Jabot for the opening of the restaurant. Abby is flattered but turns him down saying she won't take sides. Kyle finds himself caught between Summer and Lola and unable to choose between them. Jack advises Kyle to choose soon because the longer he waits, the more hurt he will inflict. Summer grows suspicious of Kyle and becomes more determined than ever to keep him. Devon tries to sign Jett, but he turns the offer down because he believes his singing days are behind him. Someone throws a brick through the window of the coffeehouse, shocking Mariah and Tessa.
The Expendables, on AMC
Hollywood icon Sylvester Stallone does double duty as director and star of this action flick. In the film, which is followed by its sequel, a CIA operative (Bruce Willis) enlists the help of skilled mercenaries to take down a brutal South American dictator.
I Love Lucy Funny Money Special, on CBS
Lucy (Lucille Ball) and Ethel (Vivian Vance) try to get rich by bottling Lucy's homemade salad dressing in this colorized special. However, Ricky (Desi Arnaz) soon realizes they aren't charging enough to cover their costs.
Life in Pieces, on CBS
The Short family arrives at their Yucatan vacation resort in this new episode, but the accommodations aren't exactly what they expected. Also, Heather (Betsy Brandt) is overprotective of Sophia (Giselle Eisenberg) during family activities.
Updating a classic: Stars shine bright in 'Les Misérables'
Dominic West stars in "Les Misérables"
Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists, on Freeform
Three college friends deal with the pressures of being overachievers in the seemingly perfect town of Beacon Heights in this drama. After a murder rocks the small town, each of the “perfectionists” has a secret to hide.
Lost Gold of World War II, on History Channel
Searching for a tunnel at the waterfall, the team is led to a boulder carved in the shape of a turtle in this new episode. When they go in the direction in which the turtle's head is pointed, they discover a golden symbol indicating a secret entrance.
