Owner's Manual, on AMC
Ed and Marcus get a dream assignment in this new episode. Not only do they get to travel to Hawaii, but they'll also learn about beer. Their assignment takes them to the Kona Brewery where they'll have to brew a beer that meets top standards.
Q: Will Ferrell's character in "The Other Guys" drives a Toyota Prius, but during the chase scenes, it performs like a sports car. What did they use as a stunt vehicle, or did they make changes to the basic Prius? (For example, it's a front-wheel-drive ca
You have an eye for automobile performance.
According to the film's stunt coordinators, Brad Martin, what you saw on screen, part of the time at least, was a Prius frame with a completely different car underneath.
Joe Rogan Questions Everything, on Syfy
Joe Rogan wraps up a season of inquisitive journeys in this one-hour season finale. The comedian and TV host travels the country in search of answers to compelling paranormal mysteries and life's intriguing questions.
Storage Wars Texas, on A&E
Jenny could find diamonds in the rough when the bidders travel east to Texarkana in this season premiere. While Slick Vic stealthily tries to nab a unit with action figures, Ricky and Bubba Smith come across what could be an unforgettable antique.
Mistresses, on ABC
Sam (Erik Stocklin) promises to be Karen's (Yunjin Kim) alibi as the deposition into her role in the death of her former lover begins in this new episode. Harry (Brett Tucker) takes matters into his own hands when he discovers Savi (Alyssa Milano) hasn't looked at the paternity test results.
Q: Was Roger Rabbit a character before the film "Who Framed Roger Rabbit?" Or was he created just for the film?
Roger Rabbit was the subject of a cult-popular novel seven years before he made the very sensible transition to the big screen.
"Who Framed Roger Rabbit" (1988) was based on the novel "Who Censored Roger Rabbit," written by Gary K. Wolf, which was released in 1981. The novel leaned more heavily on the hard-boiled-mystery-spoof angle than it did the behind-the-scenes-of-animated-Hollywood one that was favored by the film.
Late Laughs for the week of August 25 - August 31, 2013
The Late Show: David Letterman
Lindsey Lohan got out of rehab, and she wants to move to New York City. Authorities are advising citizens to stay indoors.
Lindsey Lohan has been in rehab. This is her sixth visit. You know what that means. The next one is free!
Conan: Conan O'Brien
Big names, big drama: Networks roll out promising new programs
The cast of "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D."
Fall is always an exciting time for television, and this year is no exception.
As the major networks prepare to roll out their freshman dramas, viewers have some familiar stories and famous faces to look forward to.
New Releases for the week of August 25 - 31
Pain & Gain
When ex-con Daniel Lugo lands a job at an L.A. gym, he finds himself lusting after a wealthy patron's riches. Devising a get-rich-quick scheme involving kidnapping and extortion, Daniel recruits fellow bodybuilders Adrian Doorbal (a trainer at the gym whose use of steroids has rendered him impotent) and Paul Doyle (a recently released convict who found God) to help him. While the trio have plenty of muscle, they lack the brains required to execute the plan properly. For a time, the plan works, and Daniel's charm and new-found wealth allow him to live what he sees as "the American Dream." Inevitably, though, their plan unravels, and so do the conspirators in this true story.
Director: Michael Bay. Stars: Mark Wahlberg, Dwayne Johnson, Anthony Mackie, Tony Shalhoub, Ed Harris. 2013. 129 min. Comedy.
The Great Gatsby
Aspiring banker Nick Carraway moves to New York in the summer of 1922 where he meets Jay Gatsby, his exceptionally rich and enigmatic neighbor. As Nick grows closer to Gatsby and learns more about the elusive millionaire's shadowy past, he begins to unravel the mystery behind his new friend's lavish lifestyle.
Director: Baz Luhrmann. Stars: Leonardo DiCaprio, Joel Edgerton, Tobey Maguire, Carey Mulligan, Isla Fisher. 2013. 143 min. Drama.
At Any Price
Hoping to expand his family's corn seed empire, Henry Whipple enlists the help of his rebellious son Dean, who'd rather be racing cars than working for his father. When a high-stakes investigation into the Whipple family farming business is exposed, the already tumultuous relationship between father and son is pushed to the limits and the entire family's livelihood is threatened.
Director: Ramin Bahrani. Stars: Dennis Quaid, Zac Efron, Kim Dickens, Maika Monroe, Heather Graham. 2012. 105 min. Drama.
Peeples
A wealthy East Coast family's annual reunion is interrupted when their precious daughter's boyfriend crashes the party to ask for her hand in marriage.
Director: Tina Gordon Chism. Stars: Craig Robinson, Kerry Washington, David Alan Grier. 2013. 95 min. Comedy.
Super Buddies
When Budderball, Mudbud, B-Dawg, Buddha and Rosebud stumble upon rings that grant them each unique superpowers, they call upon their new-found abilities to help save the planet from a shape-shifting bully from outer space.
Director: Robert Vince. Stars: John Ratzenberger, Michael Teigen, Jason Earles. 2013. 130 min. Family.
Family Dance Off, on ABC
Five families who love dancing compete for the chance to win a $10,000 prize in this one-hour special. Derek Hough hosts the program, which showcases families with a variety of backgrounds and styles.
