Better Call Saul, on AMC
Still reeling from Chuck's (Michael McKean) tragic death, Jimmy (Bob Odenkirk) struggles to cope in this season premiere. Elsewhere, Mike (Jonathan Banks) contemplates his future at Madrigal, and Howard (Patrick Fabian) makes a shocking confession.
Q: Any news about "Taboo"? That show was top-notch.
For starters, you can safely change your "was" to an "is": "Taboo" is returning for a second season.
That's the news I have. The news I don't have is when it will return.
New Releases for the week of Aug. 5 - 11
Book Club
Four middle-aged women who have been in a book club together for years have their lives turned upside down when they read "Fifty Shades of Grey." Each woman realizes that she's missing something in her life and finds the book lighting a spark that had been dormant for years. Diane (Keaton), who recently lost her husband, begins tentatively dating again; Vivian (Fonda) starts to get closer to a man that she nearly married 40 years earlier, but she still fears commitment; Carol (Steenburgen) tries to reignite the spark in her marriage; and Sharon (Bergen) opens an online dating account. Despite the trials and setbacks of starting relationships later in life, all four women push through in the pursuit of love.
Director: Bill Holderman. Stars: Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen, Mary Steenburgen. 2018. 104 min. Comedy.
Life of the Party
When her husband leaves her for another woman on the same day that they send their daughter Maddie (Gordon) off to college, Deanna (McCarthy) decides to go back to school herself to finish the degree that she abandoned when she got pregnant years before. Despite being old enough to be the other students' mother, she quickly fits in and finds that though it isn't without its challenges for an older student, college is even better the second time around.
Director: Ben Falcone. Stars: Melissa McCarthy, Matt Walsh, Molly Gordon, Maya Rudolph. 2018. 105 min. Comedy.
Breaking In
Grieving mother Shaun (Union) heads to her father's remote home with her two children to settle his estate after he's murdered, but unbeknownst to her, four burglars are in the house searching for a hidden safe thought to contain millions of dollars. When the house's state-of-the-art security system is activated, Shaun finds herself locked outside of the house while her kids are trapped inside with the criminals, but it will take more than an impenetrable building to keep this mother away from her kids when they're in danger.
Director: James McTeigue. Stars: Gabrielle Union, Billy Burke, Richard Cabral, Ajiona Alexus, Levi Meaden, Seth Carr. 2018. 88 min. Action.
Big Brother, on CBS
The remaining houseguests jockey for position as another week of fierce competition kicks off in this new episode. Hosted by Julie Chen, the unique game show follows strangers living in a house outfitted with dozens of cameras.
Summer sizzles: New cooking competition turns up the heat
Lee Anne Wong with Mark Anderson, Ryan Fey, Jamika Pessoa, Damaris Phillips and Eddie Jackson in "Ultimate Summer Cook-Off"
Country strong: ABC airs annual CMA Fest special
Kelsea Ballerini co-hosts this year's CMA Fest
Summer is the time for music festivals. All across North America, fans of all musical genres gather together in the great outdoors to see acts both big and small perform under the hot summer sky.
Late Laughs for the week of August 5 - 11, 2018
The Late Late Show With James Corden (repeat)
For months, the FBI has been questioning witnesses about possible collusion between the Trump administration and Russia, and, according to a new report, Donald Trump has been asking the witnesses what questions came up in the interview. Trump's basically that kid who didn't study for a test and he's like, "What did you get for No. 2?"
Up and coming: Jimmy McGill's transformation continues in 'Better Call Saul'
Jonathan Banks and Bob Odenkirk star in "Better Call Saul"
Up and coming: When trouble shows up -- and it so often does -- there's only one guy to call: Jimmy McGill, the best darn lawyer lawyer in Albuquerque. OK, so that might be overstating his abilities just a little bit, but the small-time attorney does have one thing going for him: he's incredibly entertaining.
Four Weddings, on TLC
Four blushing brides compete for an all-expenses-paid honeymoon in a new episode of this reality TV series. The women attend each other’s weddings and award points in six categories: venue, food, dress, entertainment, originality and overall experience.
Recaps for the week of July 30 - August 3
Freddie Smith stars in "Days of Our Lives"
The Bold and the Beautiful
Ridge is shocked to find Steffy wearing Bill Spencer's sword necklace. Bill tells Wyatt he's planning to marry Steffy right away, and Wyatt tries to tell him he will lose Liam forever if he does. Steffy shares with Ridge her power play with Bill. Ridge expresses his unhappiness with how Liam treated Steffy. Bill presents Steffy with a new nursery for Kelly and a special gift just for her. Brooke and Hope don't agree on the outcome of the current situation. Ridge urges Liam to prevent Bill from marrying Steffy before it's too late. Steffy is blindsided by Bill's insistence they get married right away and he tells her she must decide. Steffy makes a shocking announcement about her future. Wyatt and Liam go surfing. Xander goes to Zoe's apartment to tell her to leave Los Angeles. Maya asks Emma if she is threatened by Xander's ex-girlfriend. Steffy calls Liam to Forrester to share her big news.
Days of Our Lives
Jennifer confronts Eve and Victor about having drugs planted in JJ's apartment. Brady wants to tell Eric the truth about Nicole leaving town. Claire knocks Ben out. Eli supports Lani on her first day back at work. Eve drops a bombshell on Jennifer that could affect her relationship with Eric. Hope and Rafe burst in on Ben and Ciara with guns drawn. Marlena learns that a key guest has not RSVP'd to her and John's wedding. Adrienne hires Steve to look for Bonnie. Jennifer struggles with whether or not to tell Eric the true reason Nicole left town. Chad plays right into Stefan's hands. Eve and Brady promise to help Stefan destroy Titan. Gabi spies a secret meeting between Kate and Stefan. Eric proposes to Jennifer. Chad struggles with Abigail having Stefan's baby, but he agrees to work things out. Gabi confesses her scheme to Kate, hoping to gain her as an ally. Steve and Kayla celebrate his release from the hospital. Brady asks Jennifer who planted the drugs. Eric shares big news with Marlena. Sonny and Will find out who is behind the threatening notes about Leo's death. John asks Paul for his help in his wedding to Marlena.
General Hospital
Sonny feels that he is helpless. Jordan assesses a situation. Kim tries to convince Julian to live in the moment. Michael is disappointed, while Lucas becomes confused. Carly experiences doubts. Sonny feels guilty. Jason calls Sam. Josslyn fears the worst. Sam and Curtis go to visit Ferncliff. Chase feels grateful. Josslyn becomes angry. Jordan searches for answers. Brad is preoccupied.
The Young and the Restless
At the Roof Deck, Victor reveals they need new talent for their real estate division and he has someone in mind. Victor and Victoria needle Nick and his team, but they're interrupted by Nikki, who is Victor's candidate. Billy butts heads with Jack at the bar just as Phyllis and Lauren arrive. Lauren confronts Billy about his unfair treatment of Phyllis and his behavior toward Fenmore's. Nikki wonders if Victor is just trying to spite Nick by asking her to come on board at Newman. Billy and Nick get into a physical altercation, which Kyle captures on video. Billy turns down Summer's advances, while Phyllis seeks comfort in Jack. Billy puts a secret project into motion at Jabot without telling anyone. Victor brings people together at Newman by organizing a special luncheon. Nikki feels the absence of Nick, and hasn't given up on reuniting their family. Phyllis warns Nick that Kyle knows their secret and that it might come out.
