A little bit country: ABC delivers the best of the CMA Music Festival
Dierks Bentley will perform at this year’s "CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock"
A little bit country: We’re right in the thick of festival season.
It’s a wonderful time of year, but few people have the energy, the funds or the precious vacation time to make it to each and every one of the fantastic music festivals out there.
Late Laughs for the week August 3 - 9, 2014
Late Night With Seth Meyers: Seth Meyers
Last week, the U.S. was eliminated by Belgium at the World Cup, and next week, Belgium will be eliminated by drones.
Today was the annual Running of the Bulls in Spain. So if you're sick of all the fake injuries at the World Cup, get ready for some real ones.
A new rumor has surfaced that the next iPhone will feature an all-glass exterior. Because why should just the front be cracked?
The Assets, on ABC
More questions are brought to light for CIA agent Sandy Grimes (Jodie Whittaker) in back-to-back new episodes wrapping up this intriguing miniseries. The show is based on actual CIA accounts, as told by the real Sandra Grimes and her fellow officer, Jeanne Vertefeuille (Harriet Walter).
New Releases for the week of August 3 - 9
Divergent
In a dystopian future Chicago, the population is split into five different factions based on personality type. Tris (Woodley), a young woman with a special mind, is classified as a "divergent," meaning that she doesn’t fit into any distinct group. She finds her life threatened when she learns of a conspiracy to do away with her kind -- part of the authorities’ means to keep a perfectly ordered society. With her world thrown upside-down, Tris must discover what makes being a Divergent so dangerous while she still can.
Director: Neil Burger. Stars: Shailene Woodley, Theo James, Ashley Judd, Jai Courtney, Ray Stevenson, Zoë Kravitz, Miles Teller, Mekhi Phifer, Kate Winslet. 2014. 139 min. Sci-fi.
Need for Speed
Blue-collar mechanic Tobey Marshall (Paul) struggles to keep his family-owned garage in business while building and racing muscle cars on the side. When he takes part in an unsanctioned race that ends with disastrous results, his partner, wealthy ex-NASCAR driver Dino Brewster (Cooper), frames him for manslaughter. Upon his release from prison two years later, Tobey joins a cross-country race in the hopes of exacting revenge, but must dodge the authorities at every turn as a dangerous bounty is placed on his car.
Director: Scott Waugh. Stars: Aaron Paul, Dominic Cooper, Imogen Poots, Scott Mescudi, Dakota Johnson, Michael Keaton. 2014. 132 min. Action.
Tarzan
Based on Edgar Rice Burroughs' classic tale, Tarzan (Lutz) and Jane Porter (Locke) discover an army of mercenaries organized by the malicious CEO of Greystoke Energies, a man who claimed the company of Tarzan’s parents after their death. In order to protect the hidden secrets of the jungle, Tarzan must place his life at risk.
Director: Reinhard Klooss. Stars: Kellan Lutz, Spencer Locke, Robert Capron, Jaime Ray Newman, Brian Bloom, Mark Deklin. 2013. 94 min. Animation.
I'll Follow You Down
After the disappearance of his accomplished physicist father, Erol (Osment) and his mother struggle with unanswered questions. But years later, as a scientist himself, Erol uncovers loopholes that could solve a personal mystery and rebuild his family or leave him for dead.
Director: Richie Mehta. Stars: Haley Joel Osment, Gillian Anderson, Rufus Sewell, Victor Garber. 2013. 93 min. Drama.
Recaps for the week of July 28 - August 1
Kara Mosley stars in “The Bold and the Beautiful”
The Bold and the Beautiful
Though grateful, Hope feels uneasy accepting the gift that Wyatt has given her. Liam tries to encourage Wyatt to pursue a relationship with Ivy, and later, when he sees the gift Wyatt gave her, he demands that Hope give it back. Wyatt convinces Rick to call a press conference, in which Wyatt proceeds to make a public display of affection for Hope and puts her on the spot about whether or not she will accept the gift. After storming away from a heated exchange with Hope, an angry Liam finds solace with Ivy. Meanwhile, Ridge attempts to convince Brooke not to marry Bill because of his part in the accident in Abu Dhabi. Later, Brooke is also pressured by Deacon to cut all ties with Bill. In response, Bill makes a heartfelt apology to Brooke for his actions in front of Deacon in a last ditch attempt to win her back. Quinn makes her return to Los Angeles as a changed woman.
Days of Our Lives
Hungry for vengeance, Sami drags Kayla into her plot to destroy Abigail. Abigail is enraged when she learns of Sami's latest stunt, and the two have a major blowout. Will decides to strike back at his mother, and later, JJ tears into Sami for what she's doing to his sister. Daniel is sought out by Kristen, and he is horrified when he learns what she has planned for Brady. She uses force to get what she wants out of Daniel, but he turns the tables on Kristen and does everything he can to make sure she pays for her crimes. Meanwhile, Eve blackmails Theresa into helping her out with a medical situation. Eric struggles with his feelings for Nicole, and things heat up between them as they travel to Rome in the hopes of clearing Eric's name. Clyde issues a warning to Ben, while an infuriated Jordan confronts Rafe with the truth.
General Hospital
Sam is under the impression that Silas has moved on. After getting a surprise from Nina, Silas explains to Kiki his relationship status with Sam. Meanwhile, Patrick and Sam make an unexpected discovery while investigating Nina. Julian is out for blood after an explosion is set off that targets his family. Julian angrily confronts Luke about the hit, and later reveals to Sonny that he knows the truth about AJ. As Jordan gets closer to uncovering the mob boss, Mickey finds out the truth about her. Tracy learns of a new development in Alice's condition, while Ava makes an interesting business deal. Nina tells Nathan that he should fight for Maxie, while Josslyn holds on to a secret. Britt's plan to help Nikolas locate Spencer goes off the tracks.
The Young and the Restless
Tensions rise in the courtroom as Nikki and Ian's trial begins. Nikki shares some of her journal entries and explains to the court why she couldn't keep Ian's baby. Victoria is stunned when Stitch finally opens up about his past. Devon tells Hilary he doesn't believe that she really loves Neil. At the same time, Neil gets a call from his realtor telling him he can pick up the keys to the dream home he bought for Hilary. Abby gets into a heated argument with Tyler after she sees him with another woman. Later, Traci gives Abby some advice during their spa day. Austin looks for a job at The Underground and meets Mariah. Sharon has another memory flash of what happened with Phyllis in the stairwell, while Victor learns that Phyllis is candidate for the new treatment he's been looking into. Meanwhile, Phyllis's finger begins to twitch.
Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., on ABC
Lorelei (Elena Satine), a deadly seductress, has escaped from Asgard, and it's up to the S.H.I.E.L.D. agents to stop her in this rebroadcast. The team gets the help they need when "Thor's" (2011) Lady Sif (Jamie Alexander) steps in to lend a hand.
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, on CBS
The team investigates a John Doe that's turned up during a torrential downpour in this rebroadcast. Elsewhere, Greg Sanders (Eric Szmanda) is faced with an investigation of his own when he is accused of framing a man for murder seven years prior.
Q: What happened to "Rake"? Every time I find a good show it either gets canceled or just disappears.
Fox took the first option with "Rake," which is better than the other, at least.
The network canceled the series in early May, a month after pulling it from the schedule, with one episode of its 13-episode first season left unaired.
Rather than just let it disappear, though, as you say, Fox aired the remaining episode -- the de facto series finale, though no one knew that when it was made -- in June.
The Quest, on ABC
Producers of "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Amazing Race" have teamed up to create this fantastical new reality series. A cast of 12 contestants journey through a land wrought with magic and danger.
Big Smo, on A&E
Get a look into the life of "hick-pop" artist John Lee Smith, better known as Big Smo, in this new episode. The reality series follows the rural rapper and family man as he juggles his burgeoning musical career with his duties as a husband and father.
