My Brilliant Friend, on HBO
When her oldest friend disappears, author Elena Greco (Elisabetta De Palo) reflects on their decades-long relationship in this premiere. Based on Elena Ferrante’s bestselling novel, the production was originally filmed in Italian.
Late Laughs for the week of November 18 - 24, 2018
Jimmy Kimmel Live
Anthony Scaramucci had a new book called "Trump: The Blue-Collar President." Yeah -- nothing screams "blue collar" like the old regular Joe who has his name written in gold on skyscrapers and takes a full-sized private jet to play golf every weekend.
New Releases for the week of Nov. 18 - 24
Crazy Rich Asians
Economics professor Rachel Chu (Wu) is thrilled when her boyfriend, Nick (Golding), invites her to his best friend's wedding in Singapore, but when they board the plane and enter a first-class suite, she grows concerned about how he's paying for it. She learns the truth once they land: Nick's family is among the wealthiest in the country, and therefore she's viewed by many in the family -- especially his judgmental mother, Eleanor (Yeoh) -- as a gold-digging American. While Nick prepares to propose to her, Rachel faces growing hostility from Eleanor and begins to wonder if a relationship with Nick has a place in her future.
Director: Jon M. Chu. Stars: Constance Wu, Henry Golding, Michelle Yeoh, Gemma Chan, Lisa Lu, Awkwafina, Ken Jeong. 2018. 120 min. Comedy.
Dog Days
Several dog owners find their lives intertwining, thanks to their lovable pets. When his sister (St. Clair) goes into labor, an irresponsible musician (Pally) agrees to look after her dog despite a strict no-pets policy in his apartment. Meanwhile, a teenage pizza delivery boy (Wolfhard) helps a widower (Jones) search for his runaway pug, but it's already been found by a couple's newly adopted daughter (Caro), who wants nothing more than to keep her new furry friend.
Director: Ken Marino. Stars: Adam Pally, Nina Dobrev, Jessica St. Clair, Finn Wolfhard, Ron Cephas Jones, Elizabeth Phoenix Caro, Eva Longoria, Ryan Hansen. 2018. 113 min. Comedy.
Kin
When 14-year-old Eli (Truitt) comes across the aftermath of a high-tech battle in an abandoned building, he finds a mysterious weapon that's made of strange, futuristic technology. That same day, his older brother, Jimmy (Reynor), is released from prison on parole. When a skirmish between Jimmy and crime lord Taylor (Franco) results in both their father and Taylor's brother getting killed, Eli and Jimmy go on the run from the gang with the strange weapon in tow.
Directors: Jonathan Baker, Josh Baker. Stars: Myles Truitt, Jack Reynor, James Franco, Zoë Kravitz, Dennis Quaid. 2018. 102 min. Action.
Recaps for the week of November 12 - 16
Heather Tom as seen in "The Bold and the Beautiful"
The Bold and the Beautiful
Ridge tells Brooke that no one will discover that he bribed the judge in Will's custody hearing. Bill is happy when Ken is able to hack into Judge McMullen's phone, and he hatches a plan to gather evidence against Ridge and the judge. Donna and Pam talk about Quinn, and Pam reminds Donna of all the crazy stunts Quinn has pulled. Ridge tells Brooke that all they can do is wait for Bill's next move. Eric reminds Quinn that Pam is part of the family. Bill requests the presence of Ridge, Judge McMullen, Brooke, Katie and Thorne in his office. During the meeting, Justin plays a recording that incriminates Ridge and the judge. Pam wants to drive a wedge between Eric and Quinn, so she tries to get Donna hired on at Forrester. Katie expresses regret, and tells Bill that she allowed him more access to Will once she learned the truth. Brooke pleads with Bill not to press charges against Ridge. Katie agrees when Bill requests a change in their custody agreement. Katie tells Wyatt and Liam about Ridge's tampering in the custody case. Ridge expresses his belief that Bill is not genuine, and that he just wants Brooke for himself.
Days of Our Lives
Chad assists Abigail as she goes into labor. Stefan finds Gabi with some incriminating evidence. Claire helps cover up Tripp's crime. Ben admits to Ciara that he has developed feelings for her. Gabi begs Stefan to keep her secret. Paul finds himself tempted to read Will's journal. Ciara has questions for Claire about her lies. Chad makes a big move when he makes a deal with Stefan. Brady tells Paul the truth, and Rex tries his best to reconcile with Sarah. Gabi struggles with whether or not to reveal the truth. Paul confronts Will about what his true feelings are for Sonny, and Rex comes to a difficult decision about his future. Sarah causes a scene at the pub, and Eric tries to help her. Lucas says his goodbyes to Chloe before he leaves town. Kayla has her suspicions about Gabi. Abigail feels that JJ betrayed her. Jennifer and Stefan argue over Abigail and the baby, and Claire's scheme breaks down as Ben gets the truth out of Wyatt.
General Hospital
Sonny thinks about what might have been, and Julian gains the upper hand. Alexis has some insights to share. Carly can't find her husband, and Jason has an update. Jordan and Curtis discuss wedding plans. Elizabeth's patience is put to the test. Franco turns to Scotty for help, and Laura meets Sasha. Anna shares some words of encouragement. Sonny visits Margaux and pleads with her. Curtis is touched by Drew's kind act. Sam and Michael meet at the Metro Court restaurant. Sasha defends herself against accusations made by Kiki.
The Young and the Restless
Phyllis puts all her energy into running Jabot. She recruits Dark Horse as a partner for a launch party for Jaboutiques, and holds a photoshoot featuring the company's female leadership. Billy resists Phyllis's leadership, and accuses her of taking credit for the stores. Tessa happily agrees when Mariah asks her to move in together. They agree that Mariah will move into Tessa's tiny apartment in order to save money, so Mariah says goodbye to her time at Sharon's house and moves her things into Tessa's. Sharon, Phyllis, Nikki and Victoria are stressed about Rey's investigation into JT's murder. Phyllis suggests they stop meeting together to avoid suspicion. Rey believes Victor is responsible for the murder, and he starts bringing Newmans in for questioning. Sharon and Rey are torn between staying professional and the growing chemistry between them. Kyle hires Lola as the caterer for the Jaboutique party when the planned caterer cancels. Nick and Phyllis reveal their status as the new power couple at the party, while Sharon and Billy show up together to prove they've moved on.
Recaps for the week of November 12 - 16
Heather Tom as seen in "The Bold and the Beautiful"
The Bold and the Beautiful
Ridge tells Brooke that no one will discover that he bribed the judge in Will's custody hearing. Bill is happy when Ken is able to hack into Judge McMullen's phone, and he hatches a plan to gather evidence against Ridge and the judge. Donna and Pam talk about Quinn, and Pam reminds Donna of all the crazy stunts Quinn has pulled. Ridge tells Brooke that all they can do is wait for Bill's next move. Eric reminds Quinn that Pam is part of the family. Bill requests the presence of Ridge, Judge McMullen, Brooke, Katie and Thorne in his office. During the meeting, Justin plays a recording that incriminates Ridge and the judge. Pam wants to drive a wedge between Eric and Quinn, so she tries to get Donna hired on at Forrester. Katie expresses regret, and tells Bill that she allowed him more access to Will once she learned the truth. Brooke pleads with Bill not to press charges against Ridge. Katie agrees when Bill requests a change in their custody agreement. Katie tells Wyatt and Liam about Ridge's tampering in the custody case. Ridge expresses his belief that Bill is not genuine, and that he just wants Brooke for himself.
Days of Our Lives
Chad assists Abigail as she goes into labor. Stefan finds Gabi with some incriminating evidence. Claire helps cover up Tripp's crime. Ben admits to Ciara that he has developed feelings for her. Gabi begs Stefan to keep her secret. Paul finds himself tempted to read Will's journal. Ciara has questions for Claire about her lies. Chad makes a big move when he makes a deal with Stefan. Brady tells Paul the truth, and Rex tries his best to reconcile with Sarah. Gabi struggles with whether or not to reveal the truth. Paul confronts Will about what his true feelings are for Sonny, and Rex comes to a difficult decision about his future. Sarah causes a scene at the pub, and Eric tries to help her. Lucas says his goodbyes to Chloe before he leaves town. Kayla has her suspicions about Gabi. Abigail feels that JJ betrayed her. Jennifer and Stefan argue over Abigail and the baby, and Claire's scheme breaks down as Ben gets the truth out of Wyatt.
General Hospital
Sonny thinks about what might have been, and Julian gains the upper hand. Alexis has some insights to share. Carly can't find her husband, and Jason has an update. Jordan and Curtis discuss wedding plans. Elizabeth's patience is put to the test. Franco turns to Scotty for help, and Laura meets Sasha. Anna shares some words of encouragement. Sonny visits Margaux and pleads with her. Curtis is touched by Drew's kind act. Sam and Michael meet at the Metro Court restaurant. Sasha defends herself against accusations made by Kiki.
The Young and the Restless
Phyllis puts all her energy into running Jabot. She recruits Dark Horse as a partner for a launch party for Jaboutiques, and holds a photoshoot featuring the company's female leadership. Billy resists Phyllis's leadership, and accuses her of taking credit for the stores. Tessa happily agrees when Mariah asks her to move in together. They agree that Mariah will move into Tessa's tiny apartment in order to save money, so Mariah says goodbye to her time at Sharon's house and moves her things into Tessa's. Sharon, Phyllis, Nikki and Victoria are stressed about Rey's investigation into JT's murder. Phyllis suggests they stop meeting together to avoid suspicion. Rey believes Victor is responsible for the murder, and he starts bringing Newmans in for questioning. Sharon and Rey are torn between staying professional and the growing chemistry between them. Kyle hires Lola as the caterer for the Jaboutique party when the planned caterer cancels. Nick and Phyllis reveal their status as the new power couple at the party, while Sharon and Billy show up together to prove they've moved on.
Live PD, on A&E
Host Dan Abrams presents an unfiltered look at what happens inside some of the country's busiest police forces in this new episode. The docu-series uses live footage from dash cams, fixed rigs and handheld cameras that follow officers on a typical Friday night shift.
Speechless, on ABC
Micah Fowler stars as JJ DiMeo, a high school student with cerebral palsy who uses technology to communicate with others in this comedy. As JJ prepares to head to college within the next couple of years, his mother Maya (Minnie Driver) has more time to focus on his younger brother and sister.
Q: I was just watching reruns of "Night Court" and I was wondering, why did they switch bailiffs so often?
The revolving door of female bailiffs in "Night Court" is one of the few sad details of that otherwise whimsical show.
Longtime TV writer and actress Selma Diamond originated the role, playing it as a smoking, gravel-voiced and world-weary cynic, also named Selma. But she died of lung cancer after the second season.
They brought in Florence Halop, who filled the role as a similarly cynical senior citizen. Sadly, she also died, also of lung cancer, after just one season.
Intrigue, action, romance: AMC's 'The Little Drummer Girl' has it all
Florence Pugh and Alexander Skarsgård in "The Little Drummer Girl"
Diving into a great spy novel can be thrilling, but it can be just as exciting to see the characters come alive onscreen. A riveting tale of international espionage is about to get the small-screen treatment, and viewers won't want to miss it.
Mom, on CBS
Recovering alcoholic Christy (Anna Faris) and her mother, Bonnie (Allison Janney), help each other stay sober when the going gets tough. Now in its sixth season, the show also stars Jaime Pressly, Beth Hall and Mimi Kennedy.
