Beat the master: Bobby Flay's throwing down on his home turf
Chef Bobby Flay as seen in "Beat Bobby Flay"
Love him or hate him -- and, judging by the Internet, Food Network fans definitely fall into both camps -- there's no denying that Bobby Flay sure loves to compete.
New Releases for the week of March 3 - March 8
The Last Days on Mars
Nearing the end of a six-month mission to Mars to collect specimens, a group of eight astronauts stumble upon a biological agent living and growing on the planet. After coming into contact with the alien specimen, one by one the inhabitants of the output base mutate into zombie-like creatures and begin hunting down their fellow crew members.
Director: Ruairi Robinson. Stars: Liev Schreiber, Elias Koteas, Romola Garai, Olivia Williams. 2013. 98 min. Horror.
Oldboy
Twenty years ago, Joe Doucett was kidnapped, framed for the murder of his wife and put into solitary confinement where, for the next two decades, he spends his time plotting revenge against his captors. Inexplicably and without warning, Joe is released from his makeshift prison and returned to the outside world. Obsessed with identifying his captors and exacting his revenge, Joe sets out to solve the mystery behind his imprisonment but soon realizes he is still a pawn in someone’s conspiracy.
Director: Spike Lee. Stars: Josh Brolin, Elizabeth Olsen, Samuel L. Jackson, Sharlto Copley, Michael Imperioli. 2013. 104 min. Action.
12 Years a Slave
Based on a true story from pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup was a free black man from Upstate New York until he was abducted and sold into slavery. During his 12 years as a slave, Solomon worked at a plantation in Louisiana and faced relentless cruelty at the hands of his owner, but also kindness from the most unexpected places.
Director: Steve McQueen. Stars: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael K. Williams, Michael Fassbender, Brad Pitt, Dwight Henry, Benedict Cumberbatch, Paul Dano, Paul Giamatti. 2013. 134 min. Biography.
Hours
As hurricane Katrina beats down on New Orleans, leaving chaos and damage in its wake, a father tries desperately to keep his newborn daughter alive while alone in a hospital with no power. Just before the devastating storm made landfall, Nolan Hayes’ wife died, leaving behind a premature baby girl in critical condition who must rely on an incubator to survive. When the hospital floods and causes failures in the power supply, staff and patients evacuate, while Nolan stays behind to wait for help and make sure the ventilator keeping his daughter alive stays on.
Director: Eric Heisserer. Stars: Paul Walker, Genesis Rodriguez, Nancy Nave. 2013. 97 min. Drama.
Thrills and kills: A&E's new drama is hunting down serial killers
Chloe Sevigny stars in "Those Who Kill"
Thrills and kills: It's been in the works for some time, and A&E's newest original scripted series has finally arrived.
Late Laughs for the week of March 2 - March 8, 2014
The Tonight Show: Jay Leno
Did you all see that game yesterday? Was that the worst Super Bowl ever? It was 43-8. The Puppy Bowl on Animal Planet was more competitive than that.
The Broncos couldn’t move the ball. The last time I saw a Bronco going that slow, O.J. was driving it through L.A.
While he was at the game, Governor Chris Christie was up to his old tricks. It turns out he blocked three lines at the concession stand.
The 86th Annual Academy Awards, on ABC
Ellen DeGeneres hosts the biggest Hollywood event of the year for the second time. DeGeneres, who previously hosted the show in 2007, will poke fun at some of the year's biggest film stars as they're honored for their exceptional work.
Recaps for the week of February 24 - 28
Bryton James as seen in “The Young and the Restless”
The Bold and the Beautiful
Bill regrets his recent impulsive actions when he hears the latest news about Brooke and Ridge. Brooke is kept out of the loop about an important matter regarding her future, while a pained Katie makes a confession. Hope quickly comes up with a plan to give new love a fighting chance before heading off to Paris with Brooke on a business trip. On the Forrester jet, Brooke is pleasantly surprised to discover an extra passenger. Meanwhile, Quinn reveals critical information about Bill to Wyatt. Hope and Brooke are greeted by Thomas at Forrester International. Taylor surprises Eric at his office. A very old Forrester family secret threatens to emerge.
Days of Our Lives
Daniel is over the moon that Jennifer wants to reunite with him, but he fears Theresa still poses a threat. Brady bonds with Theresa over drinks, but when he suspects he's being watched, he later accuses Maggie and Victor of having him followed. Sami gives Nicole a piece of her mind when she learns that Eric has decided to leave the priesthood. Nicole is riddled with guilt and attempts to correct her mistake without exposing her transgressions. EJ tries to end his affair with Abigail, but later the two come to an understanding. Meanwhile, EJ sets a date for his wedding to Sami. Nick begins to scheme to stop a budding romance between between Gabi and T. Jordan is confronted by her past when the person spying on her and Rafe is revealed. Hope and Aiden must work closely together, and they clash when Aiden makes a mistaken assumption. Marlena makes a deal with the devil.
General Hospital
Some couples in Port Charles are in for a wild ride as unexpected twists and turns await Patrick and Robin, Kiki and Michael and Molly and TJ. AJ tries to lift the fog from his memory as he retraces his steps from the night Connie was murdered. Later, AJ's memory is jarred again after suffering an attack by a masked Carlos. TJ is issued a thinly veiled threat from Julian, and later seeks advice from Shawn. Alexis searches for answers as to why someone from the past has returned to Port Charles, while Sonny suspects hidden motivations behind the distant relative's return. Sam and Silas are confident that Delia will be able to prove that Ava is responsible for framing Silas. Kiki looks over the file on her father, which she receives from Nathan. Robin must break some emotional news to her family and friends, while Nikolas decides he wants an engagement party.
The Young and the Restless
Lauren comes to the horrifying realization that nothing will prevent Carmine from returning to Genoa City after she and Michael receive a postcard from him. Sharon worries about her continuing visions of Cassie and gets a new prescription from Dr. Mead. Chloe blasts Chelsea for allowing Adam to be a father to Connor. Summer has to remind Nikki that she is an adult when she is questioned about her new life coach. Later, Summer takes a personality test administered by Ian. Kelly informs Stitch that she isn't in the mood to be lectured about how she ruined another marriage. Noah kisses Courtney when she assures him that everything between them has been real. Neil and Leslie discuss their differing views on marriage, and he begs her to make things official and commit to him.
Almost Human, on Fox
A high-tech DRN goes on a rampage after being rebuilt in this rebroadcast. With very few clues to go on, Dorian (Michael Ealy) and Kennex (Karl Urban) must get help from the creator to track it down.
Q: I was watching "The Muppets Take Manhattan" and recognized the young woman who plays Jenny, but I can't think of what else I've seen her in.
Jenny, a young New Yorker who befriends Kermit in "The Muppets Take Manhattan" (1984), was played by Juliana Donald. It was her first role, and is still her biggest.
That makes determining what else you've seen her in a bit difficult. She followed the usual route of struggling actors in Hollywood, taking dozens of small roles while waiting for her "break."
Hannibal, on NBC
Will (Hugh Dancy) battles to prove his innocence in this season premiere. As Hannibal (Mads Mikkelsen) and Jack (Laurence Fishburn) try to come to terms with Will's arrest, Alana (Caroline Dhavernas) must pay him a visit in an official capacity.
Artistic accolades: Hollywood's brightest stars gather for the 86th Annual Academy Awards
Ellen DeGeneres is set to host the 86th Academy Awards
She's the reigning queen of daytime talk shows, known for her big smile, generous spirit and sweet dance moves. Everybody loves Ellen DeGeneres, and in turn, Ellen seems to love everyone right back.