Friends With Better Lives, on CBS
Tune in to a new episode of this new comedy series. The show follows the lives of six best friends -- all are at different places in their lives, and all feel that the others have it better. James Van Der Beek, Brooklyn Decker and Kevin Connolly star.
Class is in session: CBS goes for a passing grade with 'Bad Teacher'
The cast of “Bad Teacher”
Summer holidays -- everyone's favorite academic absence -- may be on the horizon, but there's one class that's just getting underway over on CBS.
Based on the hit, foul-mouthed comedy of the same name from 2011, "Bad Teacher" comes to the small screen looking to pass the grade with flying colors, and the series premieres Thursday, April 24, on the eye network.
Q: I remember an excellent documentary series called "The Kennedy Women" from the '90s. I have been looking for it everywhere, but no one (I have even written the John F. Kennedy Library) seems to know it existed. Would you be able to tell me anything abo
It seems like maybe I can't. I can't find anything that fits your whole description of the series — only parts of it.
For example, the Hallmark/NBC telefilm "Jackie, Ethel, Joan: The Kennedy Women" aired in 2001. That's the closest title match that seems to exist. However, it was not a documentary, but rather a lush dramatization.
Once Upon a Time, on ABC
Everyone’s favorite fairytale characters continue to battle the evils that threaten their home and loved ones in this new episode. Ginnifer Goodwin and Jennifer Morrison star in this fantastical, family-friendly drama.
Salty, sour, sweet: Snack foods finally get their due
Joey Fatone hosts “Rewrapped”
Snacks! They're everywhere. Sugary, salty, fatty and oh so delicious. We know that they're not good for us, but still we chow down on them.
I must admit, I'm guilty of indulging, but hey -- all things in moderation, right?
Late Laughs for the week of April 20 - 26, 2014
Conan: Conan O'Brien
While in China, first lady Michelle Obama commented on Chinese censorship. Or as the Chinese news reported it, Michelle Obama greatly admires Chinese censorship!
Mark Zuckerberg has reportedly invested millions of dollars into a computer that can speak and think as a person. The computer is known as "Mark Zuckerberg."
New Releases for the week of April 20 - April 26
Barefoot
Sparks fly as the troubled son of a wealthy family meets a young psychiatric patient who has been kept in isolation her whole life. In order to convince his family he’s changed for the better, he takes the naive woman to his brother’s wedding. As her genuine and unstable charm romances the family, the past begins to catch up with them. The two embark on a whirlwind road trip that will change both of their lives forever.
Director: Andrew Fleming. Stars: Evan Rachel Wood, Scott Speedman, Treat Williams, Kate Burton, J.K. Simmons. 2014. 90 min. Romance.
The Hooping Life
Former NBA star Shaquille O’Neal narrates this feature documentary that captures the fascinating origins of modern-day hula-hooping. The basketball great weaves together the stories of eight extraordinary hula-hopping devotees who have embraced the activity and turned it into an art form, a teaching aid and even an instrument of redemption.
Director: Amy Goldstein. Stars: Shaquille O’Neal, Jonathan Livingston Baxter, Jeffrey Butler, Art Linkletter, Garry Marshall. 2014. 70 min. Documentary.
The Suspect
When two innocent African-American social workers encourage small-town police officers to believe they're a pair of bank robbers, their plans to uncover how racial bias works within small-town law enforcement veer dangerously off course. What began as an elaborate social experiment quickly spirals into an intense psychological ordeal. Themes of racism, racial profiling and bigotry are explored in this emotional and thrilling tale.
Director: Stuart Connelly. Stars: Mekhi Phifer, William Sadler, Sterling K. Brown, Derek Roché. 2013. 98 min. Thriller.
Scream Park
When the Fright Land amusement park's doors are nearly forced shut, the failed owner schemes a gruesome plan to revitalize his business. He plots to commit horrific murders in the park, hoping the publicity stunt will help him sell tickets to twisted and curious thrill-seekers. He hires two homicidal maniacs to break into the park and kill his employees, a stunt that rustles up more than just the media sensation he was looking for. As the awful plan unravels, a horror is unleashed that cannot be stopped.
Director: Cary Hill. Stars: Nicole Beattie, Doug Bradley, Kailey Marie Harris, Dean Jacobs, Tyler Kale. 2012. 85 min. Horror.
In ship shape: 'The Last Ship' brings Michael Bay to TV
Eric Dane stars in “The Last Ship”
In ship shape: In an industry known for its big-time spectacle, there's one moviemaker who cinema-goers know is never going to disappoint.
Orphan Black, on BBC America
Don't miss the season 2 premiere of this critically acclaimed sci-fi series. Tatiana Maslany stars as Sarah Manning, a seemingly regular girl whose life is turned upside down when she discovers she's one of many clones of unknown origin.
Recaps for the week of April 14 - 18
Chrishell Strause and Galen Gering star in “Days of Our Lives”
The Bold and the Beautiful
Katie blasts Eric for forcing Brooke and Ridge to work closely together, but is surprised when he reveals how he really feels about the situation. Later, Brooke meets with Karen in secret to try to convince her to fire Katie and reinstate Bill as CEO of Spencer Publications. Meanwhile, Katie is suspicious of Justin's loyalty to Bill when he seeks access to the Spencer files. Later, Katie drags Donna into her feud with Brooke. Hope and Wyatt prepare to go on their planned road trip, but Liam quickly hops in the truck and kidnaps Hope. As Wyatt chases after them, Liam drives Hope to the cliff house and begs her to move back in with him. Wyatt arrives and gets into a nasty argument with his brother, and Hope is forced to make a decision. Aly talks to Darla about her kiss with Oliver, while a distrusting Maya records Oliver's conversation with her regarding his true intentions with Aly.
Days of Our Lives
Rafe is nonplussed when he discovers just how close Nick and Gabi have become. Meanwhile, Gabi and Sami have it out, and Will later defends Gabi to his mother. After punching Nick, Rafe makes it his mission to discover what secrets people have been hiding about Gabi. Liam blackmails Nicole when she questions him as to why he was at Daniel's building. Eric breaks the news to Marlena that he plans to marry Nicole. Brady tells a crushed Theresa that he must stop seeing her. JJ and Paige have a heartfelt conversation, and the new couple shares their first kiss. Aiden and Hope run into several hiccups as they work together to plan St. Luke's summer gala. A mysterious person prints out incriminating photos of Abigail and EJ and delivers them to the DiMera mansion.
General Hospital
Dante informs Lulu of Obrecht's enigmatic proposition, and she later questions Britt about her mother's latest plan. As Sonny's conscience haunts him, Carlos worries he'll be the next one accused in AJ's shooting. Later, Anna and Dante bring Carlos in to the police station for questioning. After learning some new information from Sonny, Ava tries to get to Carlos before he confesses to the crime. Nikolas makes an interesting offer to Elizabeth. Meanwhile, Jordan begins her new job and does her best to prove her loyalty to her boss. Patrick and Sabrina learn their baby's gender. Spencer receives upsetting news about his competition, Cameron. Franco brings Carly into his newest scheme. Ned returns to Port Charles.
The Young and the Restless
The Genoa City residents gear up for the big fashion show at the Athletic Club. Tensions rise when Lily insists that Hilary is ruining everything, but Chloe arrives and quickly takes control of preparations for the show. Chelsea is upset when she arrives and finds Chloe has made many changes without consulting her. Rick and Caroline Forrester arrive and witness a tense moment between Chloe and Chelsea before being ushered into the venue. Stitch asks Victoria if he can take her out on a real date. Meanwhile, the Cassie imposter spies on Nick and Sharon at the park. Later, Nick tells Sharon that Victor will have to accept the fact that they're back together. Kelly gets to know Summer better and thanks her for all of her hard work on the fashion show. When Summer opens up about the situation with her mother, Kelly assures her that Phyllis would be very proud of her. Noah asks Courtney to be his date to Abby and Tyler's engagement party. Avery gets ready for the first episode of her new cooking show, Real Folk Food.