Syndicate content

« Back to Taxonomy

The Grinder, on Fox

Rob Lowe returns to television as a big-shot actor who decides to move back to his hometown after eight years as the star of a hit legal drama. He and his brother, Stewart (Fred Savage), make a formidable team in the courtroom.

Fred Savage and Rob Lowe star in "The Grinder"
Rob Lowe stars in "The Grinder"

Q: There's a rumor that Tom Cruise was supposed to star as Iron Man. Can you tell me if that's true or not?

Author: 
Adam Thomlison / TV Media

It is, in fact, true that Tom Cruise was one of the original choices to star as Marvel's billionaire playboy-superhero Iron Man, but the producers went with Robert Downey Jr. instead, and they haven't looked back since.

Brooklyn shakeup: New faces join the cast of 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine'

Author: 
Andrew Warren / TV Media
Andy Samberg stars in “Brooklyn Nine-Nine”

Andy Samberg stars in “Brooklyn Nine-Nine”

Brooklyn shakeup: What may be TV's funniest cop show is back on shift, and after the explosive events of last season's finale, there'll be some new faces showing up at the precinct.

CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, on CBS

The CSIs work together to solve a potentially catastrophic case in the series finale. This special two-hour TV movie, which wraps up the iconic drama, features Grissom (William Petersen) and Willows (Marg Helgenberger), who return to assist the team.

Ted Danson and Jorja Fox in "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation"
Ted Danson stars in "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation"

Soul food search: Sherri Shepherd tours the country in 'Holy & Hungry'

Author: 
Andrew Warren / TV Media
Sherri Shepherd hosts “Holy & Hungry”

Sherri Shepherd hosts “Holy & Hungry”

Who doesn't love soul food? Those amazing dishes that are steeped in southern and African-American cultures, like fried chicken, cornbread, fried okra -- yum!

Late Laughs for the week of September 27 - October 3, 2015

Late Night With Seth Meyers: Seth Meyers

A new study shows that the likelihood of divorce is lowest when people get married between the ages of 28 and 32. While it’s highest when people get married on ABC.

 

According to a new list, Nashville is the friendliest city in America. While Philadelphia beat up the person who was putting together the list.

 

New Releases for the week of September 27 - October 3

Spy

For years she's been one of the CIA's top desk-bound analysts, but for the agency's next mission, Susan Cooper (McCarthy) will be getting out from behind her desk and heading into the field. While he's hunting down the location of a suitcase nuke, Susan's partner Bradley Fine's (Law) identity is compromised, and the terrorists take him out. Suspecting that the terrorist organization may know the identities of all of the CIA's field agents, Cooper agrees to leave her safe, comfortable desk job behind and head out into the dangerous world of field work. With the suitcase nuke still at large, the clock is ticking as she acclimates to life in the field and attempts to recover the weapon as well as avenge her partner.

Director: Paul Feig. Stars: Melissa McCarthy, Jude Law, Jason Statham, Rose Byrne, Raad Rawi. 2015. 119 min. Comedy.

 

Entourage

Successful young actor Vince (Grenier) is looking for a new direction in his life. When his old agent, Ari (Piven), now the head of a major movie studio, calls him up to star in a new movie, Vince agrees to take on the role with just one condition: that he also is given the chance to direct it. Now at the helm of a major movie production, the new director is soon in over his head as the $100 million budget is blown and Vince and Ari find themselves at the mercy of Hollywood's notorious financiers.

Director: Doug Ellin. Stars: Adrian Grenier, Kevin Connolly, Jeremy Piven, Kevin Dillon, Jerry Ferrara. 2015. 104 min. Comedy.

 

Poltergeist

Eric (Rockwell), Amy (DeWitt) and the rest of the Bowen family discover that they aren't the only ones living in their new home in this remake of the 1982 horror classic. Overjoyed that they were able to find an affordable house large enough for the five of them, the family's glee soon turns to terror when their first night in the new home turns into a nightmare.

Director: Gil Kenan. Stars: Sam Rockwell, Rosemarie DeWitt, Saxon Sharbino, Kyle Catlett, Kennedi Clements. 2015. 93 min. Horror.

48 Hours, on CBS

Another round of in-depth reporting on crime and justice cases begins as CBS presents this season premiere. Now entering its 27th season, the series has resulted in cold cases being reopened and wrongly convicted people being exonerated.

"48 Hours" correspondent Maureen Maher
"48 Hours" correspondent Maureen Maher

Recaps for the week of September 21 - 25

Author: 
Cassie Dresch / TV Media
Scott Clifton and Jacqueline MacInnes Wood in “The Bold and the Beautiful”

Scott Clifton and Jacqueline MacInnes Wood in “The Bold and the Beautiful”

The Bold and the Beautiful

As Brooke continues to be cold with Ridge and Caroline, the rest of the staff at Forrester Creations come up with different theories as to why. Brooke tries to convince Ridge to come clean to Caroline, and she has to make up an excuse for her behavior. A trusted source passes on some surprising information to Ridge. Zende is incensed after learning that Nicole and Thomas shared a kiss, but she tries her best to diffuse his jealousy by telling him who she was really thinking of in that moment. Charlie and Pam help Zende and Nicole take their budding relationship to the next level, and the latter pair go on their first official date. As Thomas and Caroline begin their work as design partners, he shares a candid moment with her. Steffy confronts Thomas in an effort to find out why he always wants to work so closely with Caroline. Eager to get her job back, Ivy concocts a plan to get her back into Forrester Creations and talking with Steffy. Wyatt's sudden change of heart leads Quinn to ask him some questions.

Days of Our Lives

The "Necktie Killer's" identity is exposed at last! Marlena is forced to fight for her life when she is attacked by the killer. An unexpected stowaway surprises Steve, who is off to look for Bo after receiving new information. Meanwhile, Bo tries to escape from captivity. Eduardo, Paige's father, pays a surprise visit to Salem, angering Eve. As Hope and Rafe dig deeper into the murder investigations, he can't help developing feelings for her. Rafe learns of his personal connection with one murder victim. Nicole is upset when she discovers the identity of Theresa's silent partner. Chad and Abigail share a tender, intimate moment, but Ben is having none of it and erupts in anger. Andre DiMera is back in Salem! A police officer from Miami, Lani Price, shows up in town and immediately gravitates towards Abe. A bad date plagues Adrienne and Justin's attempt to reconnect.

General Hospital

Sam takes a moment to mourn Jason on what would have been their wedding anniversary, and later, Sonny comes to realize that Jake reminds him a lot of Jason. Sam tells Jason about Jake. Julian is stuck in a tricky situation, and Maxie confronts Tracy looking for more information about her past with Paul. Sonny's mistake forces Liz to cover for him. Ava goes to Scott in desperate need of help, and she then goes to Carly to confront her. Michael vows to stand up for his family and discusses his recent goings-on with Jake. As Jake and Liz's plans come to fruition, Michael and Carly try to persuade Morgan to seek out proper assistance. Ava shares some important news, and Carly boldly makes a move.

The Young and the Restless

With the Paragon Project bringing many new people into Jack's life, Adam warns him to be cautious around these new folks. Newman Enterprises continues in turmoil, prompting Abby to insist to Stitch that she needs to stay in town instead of going to Europe. Later, Abby levels a strong accusation at Victoria with regards to her role at Newman Enterprises. While Victor confronts Marisa about creating trouble in his family, Noah is unsure about his relationship with her and tells Sage as much. Ian receives a stern warning from Adam after Chelsea grows more and more worried that her company will be attacked by the Paragon Project. A business dealing at Jabot leaves Ashley and Jack at a crossroads. A lead crops up with regards to Hilary's disappearance and Devon pounces on it. Gwen admits out loud that she has strong feelings for Neil.

He's back: Stamos set to charm a new generation in Fox's 'Grandfathered'

Author: 
Kyla Brewer / TV Media
John Stamos stars in “Grandfathered”

John Stamos stars in “Grandfathered”

The fall season is ripe with fresh faces on TV, but there's something so comforting about a familiar face.

warning: Creating default object from empty value in /www/site.decoy/modules/taxonomy/taxonomy.pages.inc on line 33.