Tatiana Maslany stars in “Orphan Black”

Third clone's the charm: Perhaps the "O" in "O Canada" stands for "orphan." "Orphan Black," that is.

TV shows crossing the border from Canada into the United States are far from a new thing, but rarely has one been as critically acclaimed as "Orphan Black," the smart, tense sci-fi thriller that airs on BBC America.

With its third season set to premiere Saturday, April 18, simultaneously across multiple networks (including BBC America, AMC, SundanceTV, IFC and We TV), this award-winning series has the wind at its back following the success of its first two outings.

The breakout star of the show is Tatiana Maslany ("World Without End"), who plays Sarah Manning, an orphan and con-woman who makes a shocking discovery about her origins. Maslany also stars as a suicidal police detective; a graduate student studying evolutionary development; a brutal, deadly assassin; and even a transgender criminal.

That's a lot of diverse roles for just one actress, but there's a method to this madness that ties into Manning's mysterious origins: she is a clone, created in a lab in 1984 and just one of many. Her other roles are, naturally, all identical clones.

As a premise, it's certainly been done before, but never like this. Maslany has drawn widespread critical acclaim for the incredible diversity of the performances that she's able to pull off, and at the Canadian Screen Awards last month, "Orphan Black" was named Canada's best dramatic series -- Maslany herself took home an award for best actress.

So "Orphan Black" is the real deal, and after the shocking turn of events at the end of season 2, its many fans are no doubt champing at the bit for the new season to get underway.

The third season of "Orphan Black" premieres Saturday, April 18, on BBC America, AMC, SundanceTV, IFC and We TV.

Lincoln's legacy: He was a man who's remembered for so many things. He was America's 16th president. He led the Union side during the Civil War, the bloodiest conflict in America's history. It was he who abolished slavery throughout the young nation, ushering in a new era of emancipation. And he was murdered in cold blood, assassinated by a Confederate sympathizer.

Abraham Lincoln has always fascinated historians and ordinary folks alike, and now, the channel that's renowned for its top-tier documentaries is turning its sights on this great man.

"Living With Lincoln" premieres Monday, April 13, on HBO.

HBO's look at Lincoln won't be your typical historical documentary. Instead, his life will be told through the eyes of a modern family that holds a strong emotional connection to the 16th president.

It's a modern-day journey of discovery that will delve into Lincoln's personal side in a unique voyage of obsession, discovery and despair, told using a rarely seen collection of 19th-century photographs.

HBO's legacy of great and unique documentaries continues with "Living With Lincoln," premiering Monday, April 13.

Don't pity this man: Well this is awesomely unexpected. Many folks who grew up in the 1980s will have memories of Mr. T being with them every step of the way. From his iconic "I pity the fool!" catchphrase that he coined in 1982's "Rocky III" to his starring role in "The A-Team," the former professional wrestler was a pop culture icon of the decade.

Although he may not be as big a deal as he was back in those days, Mr. T is still very much around, and he has a new show headed to DIY Network later this year.

"I Pity the Tool" may have an incredibly witty name, but with Mr. T at the helm, it's a sure bet that it will be more than just a catchy title. Viewers will be treated to the sights of the burly man knocking down walls, ripping up floors and peeling off paint in the new home improvement program.

Despite his gruff exterior, though, Mr. T isn't just out for destruction; this is a home improvement show after all. Instead, with HGTV Design Star winner Tiffany Brooks at his side, he'll be giving families with rundown rooms an awesome home makeover.

"I Pity the Tool" marks Mr. T's return to unscripted TV after his 2006 self-help show "I Pity the Fool" lasted only six episodes.

Hopefully, home improvement (and destruction) are more up the TV star's alley. "I Pity the Tool" is expected to premiere on DIY Network later in 2015.