'Voice' silenced: Adam Levine departs NBC's singing competition
Adam Levine as seen in "The Voice"
'Voice' silenced: One of the pillars of NBC's long-running musical competition series has sung his swan song -- for now, at least. Adam Levine recently announced that he's stepping down from his role as one of "The Voice's" coaches to work on other projects, leaving a job that he's held for eight years and 16 seasons.
New Releases for the week of June 23 - 29
Dumbo
When the horses are sold as a cost-saving measure, equestrian performer Holt Farrier (Farrell) is tasked with caring for the circus's newborn elephant. Upon discovering that the infant elephant has massive ears, his boss, Max Medici (DeVito), instructs him to keep the ears hidden from circus customers. However, the ears come free during the little elephant's first performance, and when the audience mocks him, throws peanuts at him and calls him "Dumbo," his mother flies into a rage, causing great devastation and even killing a man. With his mother sold off to prevent any further incidents, baby Dumbo is befriended by Holt's two children, who soon discover that the baby animal's huge ears give him a very special ability.
Director: Tim Burton. Stars: Colin Farrell, Danny DeVito, Michael Keaton, Eva Green, Alan Arkin, Nico Parker, Finley Hobbins. 2019. 112 min. Adventure.
The Aftermath
A year after the end of World War II, Rachael (Knightley) arrives in a shattered and frozen Hamburg, Germany, to reunite with her husband, Lewis (Clarke), a British colonel taking part in the efforts to rebuild the city. They've been assigned a grand old house to live in, but to Rachael's surprise, she learns that Lewis has allowed the home's previous owners to remain and live in its attic. The two families from opposing sides of the war have little trust for one another, but as their situation wears on, the distrust begins to give way to passion and lust.
Director: James Kent. Stars: Keira Knightley, Alexander Skarsgård, Jason Clarke, Fionn O'Shea. 2019. 108 min. Drama.
The Hummingbird Project
Brothers Vincent (Eisenberg) and Anton (Skarsgård) Zaleski have an idea that they're convinced will make them billionaires: they want to build a fiber-optic cable that runs directly from a Wall Street databank in New Jersey all the way to Kansas, giving them a millisecond advantage over other stock market traders. With dollar signs in their eyes, they throw themselves at the project, determined not to let the seemingly endless setbacks hold them back from achieving their dream.
Director: Kim Nguyen. Stars: Jesse Eisenberg, Alexander Skarsgård, Salma Hayek, Michael Mando. 2018. 111 min. Thriller.
Cooking curiosity: 'Chopped Junior' contestants check out what's in the baskets
Ted Allen hosts "Chopped Junior"
Kids love surprises! I think it's all part of the curiosity of youth, the need that kids have to always be exploring. To paraphrase a favorite kids cartoon character, it's all about taking chances, making mistakes and getting messy.
Recaps for the week of June 17 - 21
Maurice Bernard, Laura Wright and Max Gail star in "General Hospital"
The Bold and the Beautiful
Hope becomes upset after she loses something that was very close to her heart. Brooke feels sure that Thomas is using Douglas as a pawn in his scheme to win Hope's love. Meanwhile, Hope is shocked when Thomas surprises her with a Forrester Original and a kiss. Flo and Steffy push back when Liam and Wyatt attempt to plan a gathering. Xander loses his cool with Thomas when he realizes that he's manipulating Hope. Flo and Steffy agree, but for different reasons, that baby Phoebe is assuredly a Logan. Thomas remains firm when Brooke accuses him of controlling her daughter. Thomas, Zoe and Zander argue amongst themselves as their web of lies begins to unravel. Zoe and Xander struggle with being on opposite sides of doing the right thing. Hope thinks back on her life with Liam as Thomas spirals out of control.
Days of Our Lives
Will and Sonny finally get married again. Kristen, disguised as Nicole, tries to hide Ted from Stefan and Abe. Maggie asks Xander why he lied to her. Kate and Gabi talk about Nicole's suspect behavior. As Will fights for his life, Sami and Lucas return to Salem to be there for their son. Stefan provides comfort to Gabi about Will. Ciara tells Tripp that Claire set both fires. Claire and Eve scheme together to get the goods on Ben. Rex and Sarah create an antidote for Will, but they may be too late. Ciara and Tripp pretend to believe that Ben is guilty in front of Claire. Roman has upsetting news to share with Kayla. Sami and Lucas pray for Will to recover. Sami tells Will the news about Caroline. Kayla informs Victor about Caroline's death. Later, Hope and Victor share a touching moment as they remember Caroline. Family and friends gather at the Brady Pub to mourn the loss of the beloved matriarch. Claire becomes a loose cannon when Tripp breaks up with her. Hope looks for Ted. Kristen orders Xander to do away with Ted. Rex tells Sarah he wants to get married right away.
General Hospital
Peter asks Mac to help him. Laura relishes the chance to share her opinion. Jax gets an interesting offer, but declines. Maxie thinks she's found a clue that will lead her to Dante. Michael drops in on Sonny. Willow shocks everyone when she makes a confession. Carly has concerns about Jason's plans. Sonny's past catches up with him. Alexis gives Diane an explanation. Josselyn has some suspicions. Alex is skeptical about Shiloh. Valentine talks Curtis into lending him a hand.
The Young and the Restless
Sharon and Rey finally reconcile after their fight about Adam. Despite Sharon's insistence that she has no feelings for Adam, Rey still tells him to keep his distance from Sharon. When Adam realizes he is driving a wedge between the couple, he decides to stay at the house. Lauren and Jack take a business trip to Los Angeles, where Jack starts to value Lauren's company more and more. Lauren vows to help him through this transition time with Dina, Kyle and Ashley having moved out. Jack meets a woman named Mallory while visiting Dina and they strike up a friendship. The two bond over their similar struggles and decide to keep talking over coffee. Traci becomes disappointed when Cane blows her off to talk to Lily. Tessa, Mariah and Ana decide to put aside their differences as they realize they are stronger working together. They decide to make a video about Tessa's daily life to show to fans. They use JCV products in the video to promote both brands. Despite everyone's satisfaction with the finished product, Devon doubts Ana and suggests she needs someone above her to show her the ropes. Ana protests in anger, but Devon insists she's too green to be managing artists on her own.
Lucky Dog, on CBS
Brandon McMillan invites cameras along as he rescues out-of-control and hard-to-place dogs from shelters. He brings his new canine friends to his training facility, where he transforms them into model pets in the hopes of finding them homes.
Q: I'm really enjoying that Netflix show "Dead to Me," particularly the actress who plays Judy. Can you tell me what else she's done?
I can barely scratch the surface.
We have been fortunate to watch Linda Cardellini grow up before our eyes, but that means she has an extensive list of roles on her resume, both in teen movies and shows and now in much more grown-up fare.
Highlights from her younger period include playing Velma in the live-action "Scooby-Doo" movies in 2002 and 2004, and her breakout role as Heather in the 1997 cult hit "Good Burger."
Mutants in wonderland: 'Legion' travels through time in Season 3
Dan Stevens stars in "Legion"
The battle between good and evil has been raging in prime time for decades, but one particular series blurs the lines between hero and villain. FX's "Legion" has captivated TV viewers, and fans have one more chance to enjoy the show before it's over for good.
Mutants in wonderland: 'Legion' travels through time in Season 3
Dan Stevens stars in "Legion"
The battle between good and evil has been raging in prime time for decades, but one particular series blurs the lines between hero and villain. FX's "Legion" has captivated TV viewers, and fans have one more chance to enjoy the show before it's over for good.
Hawaii Five-0, on CBS
A well-known urban vigilante is killed after making a citizen's arrest in this rebroadcast, and the Five-0 is pulled into the world of comic books and superheroes in the search for the killer. Alex O'Loughlin stars in this series as a former Navy SEAL.
Holey Moley, on ABC
Stephen Curry looks on as mini-golf lovers put their skills to the test on an epic obstacle course in this premiere. As the players compete for $25,000, Rob Riggle and Joe Tessitore provide commentary, and Jeannie Mai serves as a sideline reporter.
