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'Anne' again: PBS presents latest 'Anne of Green Gables' adaptation

Author: 
Jacqueline Spendlove / TV Media
Martin Sheen and Ella Ballentine star in "Anne of Green Gables"

Martin Sheen and Ella Ballentine star in "Anne of Green Gables"

Q: I was wondering if the show "Grimm" is going to return any time soon. I love this show and would really be downhearted if it were not to come back.

Author: 
Adam Thomlison / TV Media

Your heart can stay where it is, because "Grimm" is coming back. Pretty soon, in fact. That's the good news. The bad news is it will be doing so for the last time. The upcoming sixth season, premiering Friday, Jan. 6, on NBC, will be its last.

Supergirl, on CW

In a new episode of this comic-book series, Guardian (Mehcad Brooks) desperately tries to clear his name after he's accused of murder. Meanwhile, Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) flies solo and attempts to rescue Mon-El (Chris Wood).

Melissa Benoist stars in "Supergirl"
Melissa Benoist stars in "Supergirl"

Modern music: Music's biggest stars perform at the 2016 American Music Awards

Author: 
Andrew Warren / TV Media
Rachel Platten and Joe Jonas announced the nominees of the 2016 American Music Awards

Rachel Platten and Joe Jonas announced the nominees of the 2016 American Music Awards

Late Laughs for the week of November 20 - 26, 2016

The Late Late Show With James Corden

Hillary's voters are now more excited to vote for Hillary than Trump voters are to vote for Trump. Which is crazy because getting excited about Hillary is like getting excited about taking your car in for an oil change. It's not fun, but the alternative is your car bursting into flames.

 

New Releases for the week of November 20 - 26

I.T.

Life has been good to Mike Regan (Brosnan). The successful businessman has a gorgeous mansion sporting all the latest technology, a stunning wife (Friel) and a wonderful daughter (Scott). With his company on the brink of signing a deal that will change the aircraft business forever, though, Mike's relationship with his I.T. consultant, Ed (Frecheville), sours. When Mike's technology starts to turn against him and his family, uncovering hidden family secrets and stalking his teenage daughter, he begins to suspect that the estranged I.T. expert is hacking into every facet of his life.

Director: John Moore. Stars: Pierce Brosnan, James Frecheville, Anna Friel, Stefanie Scott, Adam Fergus. 2016. 95 min. Crime.

 

War Dogs

After losing his life savings on a failed business venture, massage therapist David Packouz (Teller) bumps into his old high school friend Efraim Diveroli (Hill) at a funeral. While catching up, Efraim explains that he now owns a company that supplies arms to the U.S. military, and he offers David a job. When his girlfriend (de Armas) announces that she is pregnant, David takes his old friend up on the offer to secure a stable source of income, despite his objections to his country's role in Iraq. When an important shipment of pistols is held up in Jordan, David and Efraim travel through dangerous territory to free it up before the military blacklists their company for failing to fulfill a contract. The film is based on true events.

Director: Todd Phillips. Stars: Miles Teller, Jonah Hill, Anna de Armas, Steve Lantz. 2016. 114 min. Comedy.

 

Kubo and the Two Strings

A young, one-eyed boy named Kubo (Parkinson) charms villagers with his magic, which he uses to bring origami to life. One day, he ignores his mother's (Theron) warning to never stay out after sunset, and, just as she had warned, her evil sisters appear and try to pluck out the boy's remaining eye. His mother manages to fight off her evil sisters (Mara), losing her own life in the process, and Kubo sets out on an epic quest to find his father's magical armor to protect him from his wicked aunts and grandfather (Fiennes).

Director: Travis Knight. Stars: Art Parkinson, Charlize Theron, Ralph Fiennes, George Takei, Matthew McConaughey, Rooney Mara. 2016. 101 min. Animation.

Sweet innovation: New flavors and old favorites combine in 'Unique Sweets'

Author: 
Andrew Warren / TV Media
Delicious desserts are featured in "Unique Sweets"

Delicious desserts are featured in "Unique Sweets"

Recaps for the week of November 14 - 18

Author: 
Andrew Sawyer / TV Media
Jacob Young stars in "The Bold and the Beautiful"

Jacob Young stars in "The Bold and the Beautiful"

The Bold and the Beautiful

Ridge is disappointed to learn that his sabotage against Quinn has backfired. Zende warns Sasha to steer clear of Nicole for now. Quinn is consumed with jealousy when she learns that another woman was in her home with Eric while she was away. Later, Eric sees the full extent of Quinn's jealous side when Katie tells him about his wife's phone call. Meanwhile, Rick helps Katie move forward with her life as an independent and very rich woman. Bill tells Brooke he still wants to marry her, and he suggests that they elope. RJ is reluctant to spend an uncomfortable day with Bill at Spencer Publications. Brooke asks Ridge some pointed questions as to why he's suddenly trying to win her over, given their tumultuous past. Quinn does her best to hide her anger from Eric when he tells her that Katie is buying the house next door. Ridge takes Brooke to a place where much of their history together is buried.

Days of Our Lives

Justin tries to make some last-minute legal moves before Hope's sentencing. JJ has crushing news for Gabi, while Theresa is rushed to the hospital. Friends and family rally around Hope as they await the decision. Chad and Andre have their say during Hope's sentencing. Justin lays out his case for leniency, explaining that Hope was suffering from mental distress. The judge delivers Hope's sentence. Eduardo unexpectedly asks Kate out. Later, Eduardo and Dario discuss their new business venture. Theresa goes out of her way to try to alienate Brady, who is horrified when he finds her. Theresa spends her final day in Salem. JJ asks Chad for advice about Gabi. Abigail reveals herself to a loved one. Philip thinks about telling Nicole the truth about Chloe's pregnancy. Lucas and Adrienne's wedding day arrives. Justin gets some advice from Sonny. Joey reveals to Steve some troubling news about Jade.

General Hospital

After Sonny makes a shocking confession, Jason gives him some legal advice, and they bond. Ava says goodbye to Morgan. Jason offers Carly an ear and some advice. Liz becomes wise to Franco's intentions. After being called upon to help Hayden, Liz receives an unfortunate surprise. Later, Franco goes against what Liz wants in order to protect her. Carly struggles with conflicting emotions when new information comes to light. Lucy assures Scott that he can't fool her. Alexis feels a glimmer of hope. Sam and Jason follow up on an important lead. Griffin loses control.

The Young and the Restless

Travis is shocked when he sees his ex, Michelle, in Genoa City. She explains that she's in town to see Ashley, but was happy to learn he's also living there. Travis tells her he's with Victoria now, and has found a woman he truly loves. Ashley reminds Phyllis that she'll do whatever it takes to get her out Jack's life. Later, Ashley tells Jack they need to focus on their new app, Jabot Go, and that he should fire Phyllis. Jack soon meets with Phyllis and tells her she's being promoted and transferred to the New York Office. Noah confronts Sharon, demanding to know how she could keep the secret about Sully/Christian from Nick for so long. Disliking Hilary's management style, Mariah threatens to quit until Devon privately asks her to stay and keep an eye on Hilary. Jill tells Billy that Travis will eventually crack under the pressure of Victor and break Victoria's heart. Nikki and Victor argue about Dylan's role in Sharon's deception.

Q: The closing credits of "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" say it's produced by a company called Little Stranger, Inc., and the credits of "30 Rock" say the same thing. Is that Tina Fey's company? I heard she produced "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt." Do you know w

Author: 
Adam Thomlison / TV Media

Little Stranger, Inc. is indeed the production company owned and operated by modern comedy great Tina Fey. Charmingly, it's named after both her daughter and her mother.

Q: The closing credits of "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" say it's produced by a company called Little Stranger, Inc., and the credits of "30 Rock" say the same thing. Is that Tina Fey's company? I heard she produced "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt." Do you know w

Author: 
Adam Thomlison / TV Media

Little Stranger, Inc. is indeed the production company owned and operated by modern comedy great Tina Fey. Charmingly, it's named after both her daughter and her mother.

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