Rocky, on AMC
In this inspirational story of seeking the American dream, small-time boxer Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone) finally gets his chance to prove his worth when he is granted a fight with a champion. This original film kicks off a franchise marathon.
Q: I absolutely loved the Robert Redford movie "Three Days of the Condor." I was in a bookstore the other day and saw a paperback called "Six Days of the Condor." Is that a sequel? Did they make a movie of it?
All movies based on books have to cut something out to make a two-hour run time. In this case, director Sydney Pollack ("Tootsie," 1982) had to cut out three whole days. That is to say, Pollack's 1975 cinematic classic "Three Days of the Condor" was based on the novel "Six Days of the Condor" by James Grady, published the previous year.
Secret Celebrity Renovation, on CBS
Nischelle Turner hosts this series that gives celebrities a chance to give back to those who inspired them or had a meaningful impact on their lives. Big names in sports, music and entertainment arrange home renovations for their biggest supporters.
No Demo Reno, on HGTV
Social media celebrity Jenn Todryk pays a visit to homeowners looking to make a change in this home renovation series set in Fort Worth, Texas. She assesses the space and finds a way to overhaul it completely without a costly and invasive demolition.
Bad Hair Day, on TLC
Jamie has transitioned from male to female but needs help from Dr. Angie to leave the wigs behind in this second episode of the new reality series. Meanwhile, Neshia's body hair causes painful sores and she hopes Dr. Meena can help. Dr. Isha aids Eric.
Q: I know the Jason Statham movie "The Mechanic" is supposed to be a remake of an old Charles Bronson one, but how close is it to the original?
It depends who you ask. If you ask Simon West, director of the new version of "The Mechanic" (2011), it's radically different. If you ask Irwin Winkler, who produced the 1972 original, and David Winkler, who helped his dad produce the remake, the new version is "very faithful." It all comes down to differences in perspective.
Pawn Stars, on History
Rick Harrison, Corey Harrison and Chumlee Russell return for a new episode of this hit unscripted series. Today, a customer walks into the shop with a "Tommy Boy" movie poster signed by the film's late star, Chris Farley. Later, a cannon from the 1600s.
New old world: Prime debuts big-budget return to Middle-earth
The cast of "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power"
One of the fall's most highly anticipated TV series makes its debut on Amazon's Prime Video service Friday, Sept. 2, when "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power" premieres the first of its eight episodes.
Kevin Can F**K Himself, on AMC
Annie Murphy continues her plight as sitcom housewife Allison in a new episode of this dark comedy's second season. Tired of playing second fiddle to her husband Kevin (Eric Petersen) and being relegated to menial tasks, Allison plots her revenge.
Q: Why is "Young Rock" on NBC described as fiction, with no characters intended to represent real people? Of course many of them are real.
The short answer to why that little bit of fine print appears at the end of each episode of NBC's "Young Rock" is: legal reasons. Essentially, it's a way for the people behind the show to pre-empt any chance of a lawsuit.