Necessary Roughness, on USA
An issue from TK's past comes back to haunt him, and a spelling whiz seeks Dani's help for a case of the stutters.
Going for gold: Summer Olympics kick off with a lavish opening ceremony
Mandeville is one of the mascots for the 2012 Summer Olympic Games
Olympic gold -- it's the benchmark for so many athletes from all kinds of sports, and it is even more precious because it isn't up for grabs every year.
History Detectives, on PBS
Tukufu Zuberi investigates the history of an old album distributed by K.K.K. Records, while Wes Cowan is busy researching a set of Civil War-era pistols.
Bachelor Pad, on ABC
This season's cast includes a number of controversial and memorable characters from "The Bachelor/Bachelorette" franchise, including Michael Stagliano, Kalon McMahon and Blakeley Jones.
Q: How are the alligator hunters on the show "Swamp People" compensated by History Channel?
Technically, they aren't. History Channel pays the show's producer, Original Media, which then pays the hunters, who are represented in negotiations by their artistic management company, Base Camp Management. It's a small point, but it's a hint at how not-straightforward the question of reality-TV compensation is.
Teen Choice Awards, on Fox
Teenagers have their say as the awards honor the hottest films, TV shows, music, sports and more. Other performers include Flo Rida and No Doubt.
'Good' to be a guest: CBS's hit legal drama welcomes recurring stars
"The Good Wife" star Julianna Margulies will greet several big guest stars next season, including Maura Tierney
'GOOD' TO BE A GUEST: Julianna Margulies will soon celebrate an "ER" reunion on the set of her hit CBS legal drama when Maura Tierney helps her launch the new season.
Late Laughs for the week of July 22 - 28
The Tonight Show: Jay Leno
Mitt Romney has a new fundraising gimmick. If you donate $3 or more to his campaign, your name will be entered into a draw to win a dinner with Mitt Romney and Donald Trump. If you donate more than $10, you get to sit at a different table.
'Top' billing: 'Masters' returns to Bravo with some familiar names
James Oseland, Curtis Stone and Ruth Reichl in "Top Chef Masters"
You’re a big name, even outside of the local food scene -- your restaurant is full every day and there’s no shortage of praise for your food and your skills. So how do you keep all that creativity flowing and your skills sharp? What do you do when you’re at the top of your game?
New Releases for the week of July 22 - 28
The Deep Blue Sea
As Europe tries to revive its economy and society after the Second World War, lonely housewife Hester struggles to put her life together. She is married to a stable and supportive judge, William, but their relationship lacks passion and excitement. Hester yearns to bond with someone on a deeper level, and she soon meets a young pilot, Freddie, with whom she starts a passionate affair. Soon, Hester is torn between the man who fulfils her physical needs and the one who supports her emotionally.
Director: Terence Davies. Stars: Rachel Weisz, Tom Hiddleston, Simon Russell Beale, Ann Mitchell. 2011, 98 mins., drama.
Footnote
Young researcher Uriel thrives on recognition and appreciation from the community. His work in Talmudic Studies -- the main literature of the Jewish religion -- has earned him a lot of praise, but his world is about to change. His father Eliezer, who also works in Talmudic Studies, is awarded the most prestigious award in Israel for his work. The rivalry between father and son rises to an all new level as Uriel struggles to respect his father's work while also striving to be as good.
Director: Joseph Cedar. Stars: Lior Ashkenazi, Shlomo Bar-Aba. 2011, 105 mins., drama.
Jiro Dreams of Sushi
Michelin stars are usually awarded to large, busy, prestigious restaurants -- small institutions that win the accolade must be top notch. Sukiyabashi Jiro is a small sushi restaurant inside a Japanese subway station that only seats 10 people, but the award-winning food is always in high demand. Sushi chef Juri Ono is 85 years old and is one of the most popular chefs in the country. This documentary explores the tiny restaurant in an attempt to figure out what makes it so popular.
Director: David Gelb. Stars: Jiro Ono, Yoshikazo Ono. 2011, 81 mins., documentary.
Silent House
Sarah is a young woman who decides to help her father and her uncle fix up an old farmhouse so they can sell it for a profit. As the group repairs the decrepit structure, Sarah starts to witness paranormal events that seemingly involve her family members, but she soon realizes that her visions may not be fictitious after all.
Director: Chris Kentis and Laura Lau. Stars: Elizabeth Olsen, Adam Trese, Eric Sheffer Stevens, Julia Taylor Ross. 2012, 85 mins., horror.