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Extreme Weight Loss, on ABC

Chris Powell tries to help a 41-year-old detective named Bob, who's been on desk duty because of his weight of 448 pounds. Bob worries about losing his job and how he'll feed his family.

Chris Powell as seen in "Extreme Weight Loss"
Chris Powell as seen in "Extreme Weight Loss"

The Social, on CTV

Four dynamic, opinionated women chat about pop culture and lifestyle topics in this new Canadian daytime talk show. The program is hosted by Cynthia Loyst, Melissa Grelo, Traci Melchor and Lainey Liu.

Cynthia Loyst, Melissa Grelo, Traci Melchor and Lainey Liu co-host "The Social"
Cynthia Loyst and Melissa Grelo co-host "The Social"

New Releases for the week of September 1 - 7

Now You See Me

When four gifted magicians pull off a bank heist for the finale of their sold-out Las Vegas performance, FBI agent Dylan Rhodes and Interpol Det. Alma Dray try to uncover the secret behind the team's larcenous illusion. With little notion as to how the robberies are committed, Rhodes and Dray try to track down the elusive foursome as they continue to rob banks and reward their audience members with the stolen money.
Director: Louis Leterrier. Stars: Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Ruffalo, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, Morgan Freeman. 2013. 115 min. Crime.

 

Empire State

After failing to get into the police academy, Chris Potamitis lands a job as a guard for an armoured truck company with lax security. When he shares his employer's shortcomings with his best friend, Eddie, Chris is reluctantly dragged into a scheme to rob the company of large amounts of cash. Having pulled off the largest cash heist in U.S. history, Chris and Eddie find themselves being tracked by NYPD Det. James Ransone and a group of local mob bosses who want to find out who's pulling jobs on their turf.
Director: Dito Montiel. Stars: Liam Hemsworth, Michael Angarano, Emma Roberts, Dwayne Johnson, Nikki Reed. 2013. 94 min. Action.

 

The Iceman

The true story of Richard Kuklinski, a family man who hid his profession as a contract killer from his family until his arrest. Working as a lab-tech during the 1960s, Kuklinski was approached by his mob bosses, who persuaded him to pursue a career as a contract killer, eventually earning himself a reputation for cold-blooded professionalism.
Director: Ariel Vromen. Stars: Michael Shannon, Winona Ryder, Chris Evans, Ray Liotta. 2012. 105 min. Drama.

 

Petunia

On the verge of a complete breakdown, a family of New Yorkers with an offbeat perspective on life and love try to pick up the pieces of their dysfunctional relationships and learn how to love one another and themselves.
Director: Ash Christian. Stars: Thora Birch, Brittany Snow, Eddie Kaye Thomas. 2012. 110 min. Comedy.

 

Slightly Single in L.A.

After giving up on finding love, an independent woman living in the glamorous city of Los Angeles gives her dreams of finding a relationship a second chance when an old friend finds his way back into her life.
Director: Christie Will. Stars: Jenna Dewan-Tatum, Lacey Chabert, Simon Rex. 2013. 95 min. Romance.
 

The Chew Presents ABC's Primetime Fall Preview Special, on ABC

The co-hosts of "The Chew" bring viewers a sneak peek at what ABC has lined up for fall. Check out upcoming comedies, dramas and reality TV, including a look at the highly anticipated "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D."

Mario Batali, Michael Symon, Carla Hall, Daphne Oz, and Clinton Kelly
Michael Symon and Carla Hall, co-hosts of "The Chew"

Tennis: US Open, on CBS

The U.S. Open celebrates 40 years of equal prize money for men and women with the tournament's largest purse ever. Check out men's and women's third round from the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, NY.

Rafael Nadal as seen in a previous U.S. Open
Rafael Nadal as seen in a previous U.S. Open

Undercover Boss, on CBS CTV Two

Lynne Zappone, an executive from Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, discovers a lack of Southern charm behind the counter when she secretly works the frontlines. However, the generosity of another employee moves the executive to tears.

Lynne Zappone in "Undercover Boss"
Lynne Zappone in "Undercover Boss"

Owner's Manual, on AMC

Ed and Marcus get a dream assignment in this new episode. Not only do they get to travel to Hawaii, but they'll also learn about beer. Their assignment takes them to the Kona Brewery where they'll have to brew a beer that meets top standards.

Ed Sanders and Marcus Hunt in "Owner's Manual"
Marcus Hunt in "Owner's Manual"

Joe Rogan Questions Everything, on Space

Joe Rogan wraps up a season of inquisitive journeys in this one-hour season finale. The comedian and TV host travels the country in search of answers to compelling paranormal mysteries and life's intriguing questions.

Joe Rogan as seen in "Joe Rogan Questions Everything"
Joe Rogan as seen in "Joe Rogan Questions Everything"

Storage Wars Texas, on A&E

Jenny could find diamonds in the rough when the bidders travel east to Texarkana in this season premiere. While Slick Vic stealthily tries to nab a unit with action figures, Ricky and Bubba Smith come across what could be an unforgettable antique.

Jenny Grumbles as seen in "Storage Wars Texas"
Jenny Grumbles as seen in "Storage Wars Texas"

Mistresses, on ABC CTV

Sam (Erik Stocklin) promises to be Karen's (Yunjin Kim) alibi as the deposition into her role in the death of her former lover begins in this new episode. Harry (Brett Tucker) takes matters into his own hands when he discovers Savi (Alyssa Milano) hasn't looked at the paternity test results.

Yunjin Kim stars in "Mistresses"
Yunjin Kim stars in "Mistresses"
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