New Releases for the week of April 26 - May 2
The Rhythm Section
After her family dies in a plane crash, Stephanie (Lively) spirals into hopelessness, ultimately finding herself working in a skeevy London brothel. Her path towards self-destruction is interrupted by Keith Proctor (Jaffrey), an investigative reporter who claims that the crash that ruined her life could not have been an accident, and was, in actuality, a terrorist attack covered up by the government. This revelation sends Stephanie on a mission that spans multiple continents and pits her against assassins, MI6 and the CIA. Running almost exclusively on Proctor's case notes and the help of an ex-federal agent (Law), Stephanie will see how close her grief and anger can get her to the truth.
Director: Reed Morano. Stars: Blake Lively, Jude Law, Sterling K. Brown, Raza Jaffrey, Max Casella, Daniel Mays, Richard Brake, Geoff Bell, Tawfeek Barhom. 2020. 109 mins. Action.
Guns Akimbo
Miles (Radcliffe) is a video game developer and internet sleuth who loves to humiliate online trolls on any forum he can find. This hobby leads him to the website of a criminal organization called Skizm, where he antagonizes members of the radically violent underground community. Soon, on the order of Skizm's leader, Nix (Weaving), Miles is beaten senseless and his ex-girlfriend, Nova (Bordizzo), is kidnapped. Waking up in a daze with two guns taped to his hands, Miles realizes that he's been forcefully made a part of one of Skizm's signature murder games. With Nix as his competitor, Miles plays a match that could end up costing him and Nova their lives.
Director: Jason Lei Howden. Stars: Daniel Radcliffe, Samara Weaving, Natasha Liu Bordizzo, Rhys Darby, Ned Dennehy, Mark Rowley, Grant Bowler, Hanako Footman. 2019. 95 mins. Action.
The Assistant
Right out of college, aspiring movie producer Jane (Garner) lands a promising job as an assistant to well-known entertainment executive Wilcock (Macfadyen). At first her duties go as she imagined. However, between the coffee runs and scheduling, she begins to notice the abhorrent, abusive behavior to which her boss subjects multiple women. Horrified, she decides to blow the whistle, only to find out just how untouchable men like Wilcock are.
Director: Kitty Green. Stars: Julia Garner, Matthew Macfadyen, Kristine Froseth, Dagmara Dominczyk, Makenzie Leigh, Noah Robbins, Purva Bedi. 2019. 87 mins. Drama.
Insecure, on HBO
Catch Issa (Issa Rae), Molly (Yvonne Orji) and Tiffany (Amanda Seales) in a new episode of this funny, down-to-earth series that explores the experience of modern black women as they navigate their careers and relationships in L.A. Jay Ellis also stars.
Now in session: 'Council of Dads' reconvenes on NBC
Sarah Wayne Callies stars in "Council of Dads"
Now in session: After a false start and a month-long wait, "Council of Dads" is ready to reconvene for a second episode airing Thursday, April 30, on NBC.
Recaps for the week of April 20 - 24
Heather Tom from "The Bold and the Beautiful"
The Bold and the Beautiful
Sally pretends she understands why Flo and Wyatt want her to move out, but behind that reasonable facade is white hot rage that she feels for Flo. Flo, meanwhile is shocked at what she's found on Penny's computer, and tries to process this new information about Sally. Quinn and Katie bond over their sadness, and Wyatt tells them about how guilty he feels. Sally tries to butter Flo up, not realizing what Flo now knows about her. Flo plays a trick on Sally. Katie doesn't think Wyatt should have asked Sally to move out, and when she suggests that Sally may not like Flo, Wyatt scoffs, but Quinn agrees. Wyatt is surprised that Quinn would take Katie's side. Flo and Sally play their little game for a while, but ultimately, Flo tells Sally that she knows the truth. Sally admits everything to Flo, who is totally shocked to hear it. Sally tries to blame Flo, but Flo refuses to play that game. Wyatt turns to Bill to help him work through his feelings. When Flo begins to call Wyatt, Sally is afraid. Dr. Escobar's sudden appearance changes everything. Wyatt and Bill bond and share their regrets about their choices, and Donna asks Katie to help her and Brooke. Bill tells Katie he's sorry, but she's not ready to forgive yet. Sally takes advantage of Wyatt. Penny and Sally disagree about what to do with an unconscious Flo.
Days of Our Lives
Steve makes a decision about Kayla, and it's a surprising one. Orpheus visits Marlena. Rafe is shocked when he finds out that Zoey is suing for custody of David. Jennifer gets comfort from Jack, as she's unnerved about Orpheus being on the loose. Steve and Hope bond over their troubles. Gabi steps up against Chad. Kayla lets Justin know what her decision is. Kate tries to get a job with Abe. Brady, Eric, Kristen and Nicole all wait to hear about Sarah and the baby. Abigail and Chad disagree about Sarah and Kristen's situation. Xander is chewed out by Victor for letting the truth leak. Gabi tries to land the CEO position at DiMera. Gabi sees a face that shocks her. Li Shin makes a decision. Victor is attacked. Sarah and Rachel hide out together in Paris. Chad and Abigail celebrate. Victor is rushed to the hospital. On the phone, Xander pleads with Sarah, and offers his help.
General Hospital
Sonny is taken by surprise. Michael doesn't want to leave Wiley. Robert shares some upsetting news. Sonny doesn't make it to his meeting with Cyrus. Julian gets some unwelcome attention. Valentin is thrown off. Willow is distraught. Nina uncovers more about Nelle, and Sam apologizes to Alexis. Sonny talks to Jason. Sam gets on Brando's bad side, and Jordan thinks about quitting completely.
The Young and the Restless
At Society, Abby and Chance are confronted by Phyllis, who reveals that she knows about them breaking into her safety deposit box and stealing the flash drive. She tells them that her plan was to give the flash drive to Nick in an effort to stop Adam from going after Victor and Victoria. Chance tells Abby that he destroyed the drive, and she floats the idea of recording another conversation with Adam, and get him to talk about what happened in Vegas. But, since Adam saved his life, Chance is reluctant to betray Adam like that. Traci and Jack make a commitment to one another that they will care for themselves as well as Dina, and Traci spends a rejuvenating evening at the Grand Phoenix. Rey plans a night out with Sharon to try and keep her from hearing about what's going on with Adam. Sharon, however, reveals that she already knows, but tries to focus less on the drama and more on her health. Nick arrives at the ranch to confront Victor about Adam. Victor will not reval his plans, so Nick asks him to confide in Nikki instead. Victor eventually tells Nikki what happened in Kansas, and she vows to help him through it. Chelsea throws Chloe's baby shower, and Kevin and Chloe reflect on how much their lives have changed.
Bad Education, on HBO
In the premiere of this film based on true events, Frank Tassone (Hugh Jackman) and Pam Gluckin (Allison Janney) run a Long Island school about to hit the top spot in the nation, until an embezzlement scandal threatens to ruin everything they’ve built.
Q: How did William Shatner end up on "The Curse of Oak Island"?
There's the reason you heard on the show, about how he's a fan and how he's not interested in the treasure so much as the quest, and then there's the reason he didn't talk about, which is a little more boring -- synergy, basically.
Shatner has his own show on History, "The UnXplained," and it could use the bump that would come from a tie-in with "Curse," one of History's most popular shows. Indeed, "The UnXplained" aired its second-season premiere just a few days after his "Curse" appearance.
Blue Bloods, on CBS
Will Estes stars as Harvard Law graduate Jamie Reagan who opted out of a lucrative career in law to become a police officer in this procedural drama. The series revolves around a multi-generational family of cops and lawyers and also stars Tom Selleck.
Something wicked: Showtime presents the series premiere of 'Penny Dreadful: City of Angels'
Natalie Dormer stars in "Penny Dreadful: City of Angels"
While millions of TV viewers may be obsessed with the latest news or big-cat royalty as of late, discerning audiences will soon have another darkly imaginative world into which they can escape. A tale of supernatural forces, murder, racism and political tension is about to premiere on prime time.
Something wicked: Showtime presents the series premiere of 'Penny Dreadful: City of Angels'
Natalie Dormer stars in "Penny Dreadful: City of Angels"
While millions of TV viewers may be obsessed with the latest news or big-cat royalty as of late, discerning audiences will soon have another darkly imaginative world into which they can escape. A tale of supernatural forces, murder, racism and political tension is about to premiere on prime time.
We’re Here, on HBO
Beloved drag queens Eureka O'Hara, Shangela and Bob the Drag Queen take to small towns in America in this unscripted series premiere. The three queens will serve as mentors in each episode, inspiring their “drag daughters” to step outside comfort zones.
