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The countdown begins: A new hero emerges in the premiere of Fox's "24: Legacy"

Author: 
Kyla Brewer / TV Media
Corey Hawkins stars in "24: Legacy"

Corey Hawkins stars in "24: Legacy"

Criminal Minds, on CBS

The FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit attempts to predict where a criminal will strike again as they tackle another case in this new episode. Now in its 12th season, the popular drama stars Joe Mantegna, Matthew Gray Gubler and Kirsten Vangsness.

Kirsten Vangsness stars in "Criminal Minds"
Kirsten Vangsness stars in "Criminal Minds"

Q: Will Rob Morrow's character be back in the next season of "Billions"? I loved him so much in "Numb3rs," it was nice to see him on TV again.

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Adam Thomlison / TV Media

We haven't seen the last of Adam DeGiulio, the sharp, politically aware counselor from the attorney general's office played by Rob Morrow. Showtime has confirmed that he'll be back in season 2, which premieres Sunday, Feb. 19.

Face Off, on Syfy

McKenzie Westmore hosts as the remaining competitors face a devilishly difficult challenge in this new episode. This season’s all-star contestants are evaluated by judges Ve Neill, Glenn Hetrick and Neville Page, along with guest judges such as John Landis.

McKenzie Westmore hosts "Face Off"
McKenzie Westmore hosts "Face Off"

Q: I really like "Lucifer," and I thought I had the plot figured out, but since "Mom" came on the scene I am confused. Lucifer is the devil's son come to Earth, the devil being a fallen angel from heaven. One of Lucifer's brothers is here, too. Now, his m

Author: 
Adam Thomlison / TV Media

I guess it's too late to warn readers about plot spoilers, since some of them appear in your question, but for anyone who's worried, even more of the show's story details will be revealed in this answer. Fortunately, the characters of "Lucifer" have so much background that this is all just a drop in the bucket.

The Odd Couple, on CBS

Two mismatched roommates navigate the ups and downs of modern romance as they re-enter the dating pool after divorce in this new episode. Matthew Perry stars as lovable slob Oscar Madison, while Thomas Lennon plays neat freak Felix Unger in this remake.

Wendell Pierce, Matthew Perry, Thomas Lennon, Lindsay Sloane and Yvette Nicole B
Matthew Perry and Thomas Lennon from "The Odd Couple"

Now trending: Big-screen hit 'Training Day' jumps to small screen

Author: 
Kyla Brewer / TV Media
Bill Paxton stars in "Training Day"

Bill Paxton stars in "Training Day"

Everything old is new again, and nowhere is that more true than in prime time. TV's latest trend has networks clamoring to revamp big-screen hits into weekly serials, with mixed success. While HBO's "Westworld" and Fox's "Lethal Weapon" have recently earned loyal followers, CBS's "Limitless" and "Rush Hour" failed to get off the ground last season.

Far east feasts: U.K.'s Ching-He Huang eats through a continent

Author: 
Andrew Warren / TV Media
"Ching's Amazing Asia" features a plethora of Asian dishes

"Ching's Amazing Asia" features a plethora of Asian dishes

Far east feasts: U.K.'s Ching-He Huang eats through a continent

Author: 
Andrew Warren / TV Media
"Ching's Amazing Asia" features a plethora of Asian dishes

"Ching's Amazing Asia" features a plethora of Asian dishes

New Releases for the week of January 29 - February 4

Jack Reacher: Never Go Back

Ex-military investigator Jack Reacher (Cruise) tries to set up a meeting with his ally, Major Susan Turner (Smulders), only to learn that she has been detained following accusations of espionage and murder. Believing that she's been framed, Reacher begins to hunt for the truth, but when a mutual ally is found dead, Reacher is arrested for his murder and taken to the same prison in which Turner is being held. When assassins arrive to neutralize Turner, she and Reacher flee for their lives and begin a search for the truth, dogged at every turn by people who want them dead at all costs.

Director: Edward Zwick. Stars: Tom Cruise, Cobie Smulders, Aldis Hodge, Danika Yarosh, Patrick Heusinger, Holt McCallany. 2016. 118 min. Action.

 

Masterminds

Armored truck driver David (Galifianakis) has been growing increasingly disgruntled with the large bank that he works for, especially after his friend and co-worker, Kelly (Wiig), is fired. She resorts to living with her childhood friend, Steve (Wilson), who comes up with a plan to rob the bank after watching a news story about the same company being targeted by the biggest heist in U.S. history only a few months prior. Steve gets Kelly on board with his plan, and together they persuade David to take part in the scheme, too. Once they have the millions of dollars in hand, though, they become the targets of a massive international manhunt.

Director: Jared Hess. Stars: Owen Wilson, Kristen Wiig, Zach Galifianakis, Jason Sudeikis. 2016. 95 min. Comedy. 

 

Queen of Katwe

In the Ugandan slum of Katwe, 10-year-old Phiona (Nalwanga) and her family struggle to get by. Her life is turned upside down, though, when she meets Robert (Oyelowo), a missionary who loves teaching children how to play chess. Phiona immediately takes to the game, and within a few years, she is playing in tournaments around the globe. As she struggles with the stress and with her own identity, the girl also begins to dream of achieving a better life for her family than the slums from which they came.

Director: Mira Nair. Stars: Madina Nalwanga, David Oyelowo, Lupita Nyong'o, Martin Kabanza. 2016. 124 min. Drama.

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