24: Live Another Day, on Fox
Now that Jack is back, the action just won't stop. Jack Bauer (Kiefer Sutherland) ruthlessly hunts the conspirators in an effort to learn the truth even as he himself is the target of both Russian and American government agencies.
Q: My wife and I are "NCIS" junkies. We've noticed Pistol Pete on the board behind the new "probie." Is Emily Wickersham an OSU cowgirl, or is someone in production?
The sticker of Oklahoma State University mascot Pistol Pete is definitely on the desk of probationary Agent (or "probie") Ellie Bishop for a reason.
The show made a point of saying in her first episode that Bishop is from Oklahoma -- a fact Wickersham has mentioned in interviews as well.
New Releases for the week of May 11 - 17
Her
Set in the futuristic age of 2025, Her is a love story centered on lonely writer Theodore Twombly (Phoenix), who develops a strange relationship with a talking operating system with artificial intelligence, OS. The intelligent computer, which is designed to meet his every need, is complete with a female identity and personality by the name of Samantha (Johansson). As Theodore becomes psychologically and intimately involved with Samantha, he begins to fall deeply in love and realizes he is dating his OS.
Director: Spike Jonze. Stars: Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Adams, Scarlett Johansson, Rooney Mara, Olivia Wilde. 2013. 126 min. Romance.
I, Frankenstein
In 1795, a soulless monster (Eckhart) is created by Dr. Frankenstein (Young), but shortly after his masterpiece is complete, he rejects him entirely. In a vengeful fit of rage, the creature begins a never-ending killing spree, and soon finds himself an immortal war.
Director: Stuart Beattie. Stars: Aaron Eckhart, Jai Courtney, Bill Nighy, Aden Young, Yvonne Strahovski. 2014. 92 min. Fantasy.
That Awkward Moment
Three best friends take a vow to stay single after their previous relationships fall apart. As new love interests begin to enter their lives, all friends attempt to keep their new romantic connections a secret. But when neither is interested in pursuing the next serious step of their relationships, they soon find themselves in awkward situations.
Director: Tom Gormican. Stars: Zac Efron, Miles Teller, Michael B. Jordan, Imogen Poots, Mackenzie Davis. 2014. 94 min. Comedy.
Stalingrad
During the epic battle of Stalingrad in the Second World War, a band of Russian soldiers fight against their merciless enemy, the German army. While battling to hold a strategic building, the band develops a deep connection with a Russian woman who has called the structure, which has yet to be destroyed, her home.
Director: Fedor Bondarchuk. Stars: Thomas Kretschmann, Pyotr Fyodorov, Sergey Bondarchuk, Mariya Smolnikova, Yanina Studilina. 2013. 131 min. Action.
McCanick
During the course of one day, a narcotics detective (Morse) searches for a young criminal (Monteith), who has just been released from prison, for knowing a damaging secret about his past.
Director: Josh C. Waller. Stars: David Morse, Cory Monteith, Mike Vogel. 2013. 96 min. Crime.
Living with loss: Lifetime breaks the ice on a tragic subject
Minnie Driver and Paul Adelstein star in “Return to Zero”
Living with loss: Lifetime is breaking the silence.
Late Laughs for the week of May 11 - 17, 2014
Yesterday, North Korea held its annual marathon. Congratulations to first-, second- and third-place winner, Kim Jong Un!
A new study says being optimistic or pessimistic may be largely genetic. In the words of my father, we're all screwed.
A Colorado company has introduced the first marijuana vending machine. As a result, the vending machines around it are doing much better.
Guy's gone wild: 'Guy's Grocery Games' returns with a motherly bite
Guy Fieri as seen in “Guy’s Grocery Games”
Grocery stores and Guy Fieri go together like two peas in a pod.
Revenge, on ABC Citytv
Rumor has it that a major character's days are numbered, so you don't want to miss this thrilling season final. As season 3 winds down, the action is ramped up, and Emily (Emily VanCamp) finds herself grieving when the smoke clears.
The Millers, on CBS
The lives of the Miller children are turned upside-down when their parents decide to separate. Nathan (Will Arnett) -- recently separated himself -- must take in his mother, Carol (Margo Martindale), while his sister, Debbie (Jayma Mays) and her family take in their dad, Tom (Beau Bridges).
Recaps for the week of May 5 - 9
Heather Tom stars in “The Bold and the Beautiful”
The Bold and the Beautiful
Bill is overjoyed when Brooke presents him with signed papers from Katie that give him back control of his company and custody of his son. Ridge and Katie experience a painful moment when Bill returns to the office and takes his place as CEO. Later, Brooke tries to explain her actions to Katie and is shocked when Katie announces her engagement to Ridge. Hope is still torn between the Spencer brothers, and she considers her dilemma as she plays with the kitten Liam gave her. After an intense discussion with Quinn on the matter, Bill decides to allow Wyatt to officially become a part of the Spencer family. Liam is none too pleased with this development, and he accuses Wyatt of letting his mother meddle in his life. Meanwhile, Oliver reminds Aly that she must keep their relationship a secret, but Thorne is growing suspicious of them. Pam and Charlie prepare to attend a medieval event.
Days of Our Lives
After EJ suffers a major confrontation with Nick, he decides to take drastic action and tells Abigail that he won't allow Nick to expose their affair. Sonny tries to protect his loved ones from Nick's diabolical ways, but things quickly turn violent between Nick and Will. Later, Will is shocked when he discovers what Sonny has been hiding. Meanwhile, Sami gets cold feet, and she and EJ discuss whether or not they've made the right decision. Jordan surrenders to Kate and decides to leave town after the women get into an explosive argument. Hope is stunned when she learns of Aiden and Ciara's plot, while Paige gets to the bottom of JJ's behavior. Eric has a romantic surprise in store for Nicole. Daniel is horrified when a discovery leads him to a shocking conclusion. The residents of Salem are rocked when someone is shot in cold blood.
General Hospital
Olivia begins to put the pieces together and confronts Sonny with her suspicions about what she has been hiding. After confronting Ava about her betrayal, Julian goes to Shawn and reveals shocking information about Ava. Meanwhile, Maxie and Nathan get into a huge argument over Levi. A hopeful new discovery in AJ's still-unsolved murder case comes to light. Michael visits Luke to discuss Kiki, but becomes enraged when he learns what Luke's been up to. As the 2014 Nurses Ball gets underway, there are some noticeable absences on the red carpet. Obrecht delivers electrifying news to the General Hospital staff. Amid the entertainment and drama of the Nurses Ball, Luke makes an important announcement.
The Young and the Restless
When a nervous Stitch confronts Kelly, she tells him that though she doesn't forgive him for what he's done, she won't reveal his secret to anyone. Meanwhile, Billy enlists Jack's help in getting whatever information Stitch is hiding out of Kelly. As Lily helps Kelly prepare for her date with Jack, Summer accuses Jack of cheating on her comatose mother. Victoria struggles with who she wants to be with when Billy stops by to visit Johnny. Avery considers quitting her show due to the stress placed on her relationship with Dylan, while at the same time Dylan gets into a heated confrontation with Ian. Later, Nikki and Dylan share a bonding moment, while Victor runs into Ian. Having figured out how to get back at Colin, Jill returns home to tell him that she solved the mystery of the music box before putting her plan into action.
Q: Can you find out if "Cedar Cove" will be coming back on?
It will, but in keeping with the small-town life depicted in the series, we've got to be patient.
Season 2 of "Cedar Cove," the Hallmark Channel series based on the popular book series by romance writer Debbie Macomber, will premiere on July 20.
That may seem like a while, but it's actually a year to the day after the first season premiered. The first season had 13 episodes (the last one airing in October), but the network hasn't announced how many will be in season 2.