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More than just because: Johansson boards TV adaptation of 'Just Cause'

Author: 
Michelle Rose / TV Media
Scarlett Johansson to star in “Just Cause”

Scarlett Johansson to star in “Just Cause”

More than just because: Scarlett Johansson ("Black Widow," 2021) is headed for the small screen.

They've got grit: Celebs ditch the glam for 'Special Forces' competition

Author: 
Sarah Passingham / TV Media
Gus Kenworthy in “Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test”

Gus Kenworthy in “Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test”

Miley's New Year's Eve Party, on NBC

Ring in the New Year with Miley Cyrus and special celebrity guests. This is the second time Cyrus is headlining her own New Year's Eve special on NBC, and this time, she is splitting the hosting duties with her godmother: superstar Dolly Parton.

Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton host "Miley's New Year's Eve Party"
Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton host "Miley's New Year's Eve Party"

Guy's Hometown, on Food Network

Guy Fieri returns to Ferndale, Calif., for food, fun and a trip down memory lane. At the Humboldt County Fair, Guy finds a fired-up chili cook-off, unexpected eats and a chance to give back to first responders and veterans with a big barbecue meal.

Guy Fieri stars in "Guy's Hometown"
Guy Fieri stars in "Guy's Hometown"

Q: Has Bruce Springsteen ever acted? Like, playing a character, not just playing himself?

Author: 
Adam Thomlison / TV Media

Legendary rock star Bruce Springsteen has had a long and varied career, releasing his first album all the way back in 1973. In all that time, he's only acted on film twice — and one of those barely counts. 

He appeared in the quirky 2020 film "Broken Poet," doing a cameo in the music-themed drama as a fictional musician who just so happens to be named Bruce. 

But his other screen role is a little more legit, and it comes with a nice little backstory. 

Celebrity Jeopardy!, on ABC

Actors John Michael Higgins, Wil Wheaton and Joel Kim Booster compete in this encore airing of the second semifinal game. Hosted by Mayim Bialik, the ultimate winner of the celebrity tournament receives a whopping $1-million prize for charity.

John Michael Higgins in "Celebrity Jeopardy!"
John Michael Higgins in "Celebrity Jeopardy!"

The 45th Annual Kennedy Center Honors, on CBS

Actor/filmmaker George Clooney is among the recipients honored during this year's celebration of the arts in Washington, D.C. Fellow honorees are singer-songwriter Amy Grant, gospel legend Gladys Knight, composer Tania León and rock band U2.

George Clooney will be honored during "The 45th Annual Kennedy Center Honors"
George Clooney will be honored during "The 45th Annual Kennedy Center Honors"

Q: Has the series "Magnum P.I." been cancelled? Or is it coming back next year sometime?

Author: 
Adam Thomlison / TV Media

Actually, yes to both questions. 

Specifically, it was in fact cancelled by its original network, CBS, early this past summer after four seasons. But rival NBC swept in and rescued the show, buying the rights and ordering two more seasons.

The show's fifth season, its first on NBC, premieres Feb. 19. This, too, is good news, since it means NBC is giving it a Sunday night slot instead of the rougher Friday night spot it got on CBS.  

Chef Dynasty: House of Fang, on Food Network

San Francisco chef Kathy Fang sets out to expand and evolve the restaurant she co-owns with her father in this new docuseries. As seen in the premiere, Kathy's ideas for modernizing the business don't always go over well with traditional-minded Peter.

Kathy Fang in "Chef Dynasty: House of Fang"
Kathy Fang in "Chef Dynasty: House of Fang"

Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors, on NBC

Based on the early life of Dolly Parton, this heartwarming story shows how her tight-knit family overcame tragedy in 1955. The movie stars Alyvia Alyn Lind as a young Dolly, Jennifer Nettles as her mother, and Ricky Schroder as her father.

Alyvia Alyn Lind and Ricky Schroder star in "Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors"
Alyvia Alyn Lind and Ricky Schroder star in "Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors"
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