Late Laughs for the week of April 19-25, 2015
Conan: Conan O'Brien
Big news today about the 2016 presidential race -- Texas Senator and Tea Party favorite Ted Cruz has announced he's running for president. He pledged to "lead America boldly forward into the late 1950s."
Ted Cruz just released a presidential campaign video, and it's in Spanish. Cruz said: "It's important for me to reach out to the people I'm trying to deport."
Still out there: "The X-Files" is returning to Fox
David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson star in “The X-Files”
New Releases for the week of April 19 - 25
Taken 3
Leonore (Jansson) is unhappy in her marriage and starts trying to reconnect with her ex-husband Bryan (Neeson), a retired covert operative. Despite promising her current husband that he will stay away from Leonore while they attempt a reconciliation, Bryan agrees to meet with her over breakfast at his home. When he arrives, however, he finds her dead in his bedroom. When the police arrive soon after and try to arrest him for the murder, Bryan uses his training and skills to escape. Soon, a massive manhunt is launched to find and arrest him, and he'll have to dodge law enforcement and protect his pregnant daughter while hunting down the truth of his ex-wife's murder, following a trail that leads in a very personal direction.
Director: Olivier Megaton. Stars: Liam Neeson, Famke Janssen, Maggie Grace, Dougray Scott, Forest Whitaker. 2014. 109 min. Thriller.
Cake
Claire (Aniston) is a former lawyer who has been living with chronic pain ever since she survived a car accident that killed her son. When Nina (Kendrick), a fellow member of the support group that she attends, takes her own life, Claire reacts insensitively and is asked to leave the group by its members. Her abrasive and insensitive attitude has driven many people, including her husband, away from her, and she finds it difficult to secure the prescription drugs that suppress her constant pain. Soon, she becomes increasingly fascinated by Nina's widowed husband and son and reaches out to them. Together, along with some assistance from her nurse, they help each other deal with the loss and the pain, both physical and emotional.
Director: Daniel Barnz. Stars: Jennifer Aniston, Adriana Barraza, Anna Kendrick, Sam Worthington. 2014. 102 min. Drama.
Little Accidents
A small, rural coal mining town suffers a tragic accident that takes the lives of 10 miners, leaving only one survivor. Soon after, a teenage boy disappears and is presumed missing by the townsfolk, who are drawn into a web of secrets.
Director: Sara Colangelo. Stars: Elizabeth Banks, Boyd Holbrook, Josh Lucas, Chloë Sevigny, Jacob Lofland. 2014. 105 min. Drama.
How deliciously evil: 'Cutthroat Kitchen' tournament brings back some devious minds
Alton Brown hosts “Cutthroat Kitchen: Evilicious”
It takes a truly diabolical mind to succeed in "Cutthroat Kitchen."
Alright, so versatility, the ability to keep a cool head under pressure and, of course, cooking ability are all important, too. But a good level of evil is definitely the main ingredient for success in this Food Network cooking competition.
Once Upon a Time, on ABC
Victoria Smurfit is back as ruthless villain Cruella De Vil in a new episode of the fantasy drama. This season, Mr. Gold/ Rumplestiltskin (Robert Carlyle) plots to rewrite the rules for all of Storybrooke’s heroes and villains.
Recaps for the week of April 13 - 17
Kristian Alfonso stars in “Days of Our Lives”
The Bold and the Beautiful
Rick has some questions for Maya about his recent discovery, while Nicole pulls out all the stops to get her way at Forrester Creations. As Wyatt tries to keep the peace between Quinn and Ivy, Liam hatches a new scheme to exact revenge on Rick and Maya. Wyatt goes on a mission to find dirt on Rick and Maya in order to force them out of their positions of power at Forrester. It isn't long before he sets his sights on Nicole and uses his charm to try to get some information. Later, Maya gives Nicole a serious warning when she indicates she might be interested in Wyatt. Meanwhile, Brooke warns Deacon that he risks losing an important relationship if he goes ahead with his marriage to Quinn. Although Deacon tries to put his foot down, Brooke makes a last-ditch effort to stop him from marrying Quinn.
Days of Our Lives
Tori is reluctant to come out with the truth, but she eventually confesses everything about Paul's father. While Will is distraught by Sonny's attempts to support Paul, John freezes Marlena out for keeping the truth from him. Abigail calls Chad out on his true intentions, while Hope worries about a new client Aiden picks up. Far away from Salem, Kristen sits on a huge secret, and she orders Clint to bring Theresa to her. Unaware of the trouble brewing, Theresa joyfully causes problems between Daniel and Nicole. Melanie finds out some shocking news about Theresa and quickly shares the information with Brady. Later, Brady turns to Victor for help in tracking Kristen down. JJ confronts Eve about taking the incriminating coat and later goes to Jennifer with some disturbing information. JJ and Paige make love for the first time. When Eve finds out about it, she has an explosive reaction. Daniel and Nicole finally reconcile, while Kate betrays her own son, Lucas.
General Hospital
Maxie and Spinelli are met with a surprise visitor. Sabrina starts to take a look at what caused Michael's behavior. Franco causes Nina to become distraught, while Sonny pays Luke a special visit. Alexis and Ned make a surprising request of Michael, while Kiki admits something to Julian. Scott receives an emotional plea from Bobbie. Silas gives in to Ava's demands and proceeds with her plan. Lucy helps Duke come to a realization, while Ned confesses his feelings to Olivia. Franco makes a deal. Hayden reveals her true intentions to someone, while Carly conducts an investigation into Hayden's identity.
The Young and the Restless
Adam, under the Gabriel guise, urges Chelsea to let him help when Connor needs to go to the doctor about his eyes. Chelsea fights his offers of help, but eventually relents and they all go to the hospital together. Joe enlists Lily's help in organizing a benefit at the GCAC to honor Avery's charitable work. At the benefit, Victor tells Jack and Ashley that he isn't bothered by any success Jabot may have. Jack and Ashley decide to leave the CEO discussion until later. Cane decides to go to work with Lauren at Fenmore's. Later, Cane offers to cover for Lauren so she and Michael can enjoy a weekend away together. Dylan jumps to defend Sharon to Paul, and he assures her he'll find out who the real killer is. Meanwhile, Nick offers Sage the position of manager at The Underground. Gabriel gets into a huge brawl with Billy at the GCAC.
Fiercely funny: 'Inside Amy Schumer' kicks off its third season
Amy Schumer stars in “Inside Amy Schumer”
If you haven't heard of her, get ready. You'll be hearing a lot more about Amy Schumer very soon. She's funny, she's witty and she's got a lot of gall. Catch the season 3 premiere of her hilarious sketch comedy show "Inside Amy Schumer" when it airs Tuesday, April 21, on Comedy Central.
Orphan Black, on BBC America, AMC, SundanceTV, IFC, We TV
Sarah (Tatiana Maslany) searches for a kidnapped Helena (also Maslany) while also dealing with a lethal investigator from a mysterious shadow corporation in this season 3 premiere. Also, dangerous male clone Castor (Ari Millen) reappears.
Q: What's Kathryn Morris been doing since "Cold Case" ended?
Kathryn Morris has kept a pretty low profile since "Cold Case" ended in 2010, doing a bit of TV work and picking up a bit of parenting work on the side.
She gave a shot at series TV again in 2013, when she starred in the pilot "Surgeon General" for CBS, however it wasn't picked up to series.
The Messengers, on CW
When a mysterious object plummets to Earth in a flash of light, five people inexplicably drop dead, only to awaken with extraordinary gifts in this premiere. With the wheels of Revelation in motion, the five newly christened angels attempt to prevent the impending Rapture.
