Bachelor Pad, on ABC
This season's cast includes a number of controversial and memorable characters from "The Bachelor/Bachelorette" franchise, including Michael Stagliano, Kalon McMahon and Blakeley Jones.
'Good' to be a guest: CBS's hit legal drama welcomes recurring stars
"The Good Wife" star Julianna Margulies will greet several big guest stars next season, including Maura Tierney
'GOOD' TO BE A GUEST: Julianna Margulies will soon celebrate an "ER" reunion on the set of her hit CBS legal drama when Maura Tierney helps her launch the new season.
New Releases for the week of July 22 - 28
The Deep Blue Sea
As Europe tries to revive its economy and society after the Second World War, lonely housewife Hester struggles to put her life together. She is married to a stable and supportive judge, William, but their relationship lacks passion and excitement. Hester yearns to bond with someone on a deeper level, and she soon meets a young pilot, Freddie, with whom she starts a passionate affair. Soon, Hester is torn between the man who fulfils her physical needs and the one who supports her emotionally.
Director: Terence Davies. Stars: Rachel Weisz, Tom Hiddleston, Simon Russell Beale, Ann Mitchell. 2011, 98 mins., drama.
Footnote
Young researcher Uriel thrives on recognition and appreciation from the community. His work in Talmudic Studies -- the main literature of the Jewish religion -- has earned him a lot of praise, but his world is about to change. His father Eliezer, who also works in Talmudic Studies, is awarded the most prestigious award in Israel for his work. The rivalry between father and son rises to an all new level as Uriel struggles to respect his father's work while also striving to be as good.
Director: Joseph Cedar. Stars: Lior Ashkenazi, Shlomo Bar-Aba. 2011, 105 mins., drama.
Jiro Dreams of Sushi
Michelin stars are usually awarded to large, busy, prestigious restaurants -- small institutions that win the accolade must be top notch. Sukiyabashi Jiro is a small sushi restaurant inside a Japanese subway station that only seats 10 people, but the award-winning food is always in high demand. Sushi chef Juri Ono is 85 years old and is one of the most popular chefs in the country. This documentary explores the tiny restaurant in an attempt to figure out what makes it so popular.
Director: David Gelb. Stars: Jiro Ono, Yoshikazo Ono. 2011, 81 mins., documentary.
Silent House
Sarah is a young woman who decides to help her father and her uncle fix up an old farmhouse so they can sell it for a profit. As the group repairs the decrepit structure, Sarah starts to witness paranormal events that seemingly involve her family members, but she soon realizes that her visions may not be fictitious after all.
Director: Chris Kentis and Laura Lau. Stars: Elizabeth Olsen, Adam Trese, Eric Sheffer Stevens, Julia Taylor Ross. 2012, 85 mins., horror.
Teen Choice Awards, on Fox
Teenagers have their say as the awards honor the hottest films, TV shows, music, sports and more. Other performers include Flo Rida and No Doubt.
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, on NBC
When a pregnant teenager refuses to reveal the identity of her baby's father, Det. Benson investigates. Kyle MacLachlan and Paige Turco guest star as a high-profile political couple.
Recaps for the week of July 16 - 20
Tyler Christopher stars as Nikolas in "The Young and the Restless"
The Bold and the Beautiful
Dayzee starts to get cold feet on the night before she’s supposed to get married, but Stephanie talks it out with her. Stephanie also takes a frenzied call from Marcus that was meant for Dayzee. Donna explains to Eric her worries about Marcus walking down the aisle. Later, as loved ones arrive at the Forrester mansion for the wedding, Dayzee worries that Marcus may be the one too afraid to go through with it. Liam confesses his wedding day indiscretion with Steffy to Hope, but he doesn’t reveal the whole story. After hearing from Hope, Brooke realizes Liam wasn’t completely honest and she confronts him about it. Meanwhile, Steffy receives an unexpected visit from Hope. Rick continues to chase after Caroline, regardless of her being with Thomas.
Days of Our Lives
Will plans to show Alice's letter -- admitting that EJ is not Stefano's son -- to Sonny, but he misplaces it while talking to his father. Lucas gets his hands on it and takes it to Rafe, who uses it to get an arrest warrant for EJ. Earlier, the cops found the gloves that EJ had thrown away and assume he was hiding evidence in Stefano's murder, but EJ insists that he's being framed. Sami sides with him and helps him track down surveillance footage, but they can't tell who got the gloves out of the trash. Meanwhile, Chad and Bo find Gabi in Andrew's basement and assume she's also been kidnapped. Chad comforts her and tries to help, but Gabi's guilt almost gets the better of her. Melanie wakes up in an underground tunnel, chained to a pipe, when the ceiling starts caving in. Carrie tells Austin that she wants to raise their child back in Switzerland.
General Hospital
Kate goes behind Sonny's back and meets with Joe Jr., and the two work together to find a way to bring Sonny down from the inside. Meanwhile, Lulu and Johnny are nervous for the grand re-opening of the Haunted Star, but with all of the drama among their friends and family, no one knows how the evening will go. Patrick arrives at the bar to find some comfort regarding his addiction, but he is tempted by his own vices. Tracy continues to tell Anna about Luke's past, and Anna starts listening to the stories when she witnesses Luke's odd behavior on opening night. Todd is less than excited to learn that Blair, his ex-wife, is coming to Port Charles, and Olivia is soon in more danger than she realizes.
The Young and the Restless
Victor is furious with Abby about her kidnapping escapade. He kicks Carmine out of the Newman Ranch when he and Abby come to explain and he tells Abby to steer clear of Carmine. Carmine has a few choice words for Abby as well when she finds him later on the basketball court. She pulls him into a passionate kiss and they make love right there. Nick moves out on Phyllis after he finds out about her involvement in Christine and Danny's accident. Daniel and Summer console Phyllis at the coffeehouse and urge her to stay positive. Ronan shows up along with Christine and Heather to arrest Phyllis for attempted murder. Sharon considers Victor's offer to move in together, but secretly flies to Kansas to seek out Adam. Adam is shocked when Sharon asks him not to marry Chelsea because she still loves him, but he rejects her.
Homecoming: The Kansas City Symphony Presents Joyce DiDonato, on PBS
Celebrated mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato returns to her hometown to perform. The film includes footage of candid backstage moments and interviews with both DiDonato.
Q: How did Gilligan finally get off the island?
Spoiler alert! They never got off the island -- at least not during the regular series.
The original "Gilligan's Island" series ran on CBS from 1964 to 1967, but at the end of that run, Gilligan and company were still marooned.
It took 11 more years, and the made-for-TV reunion film "Rescue From Gilligan's Island," before they finally made it off the island. Sadly, the end of the film saw them back on it again.
The new Merry Men: Team stands up for the little guy in 'Leverage'
Timothy Hutton stars in "Leverage"
Both the big and small screens are filled with villainous characters that we love to hate. TV audiences feel a smug sense of satisfaction when the ploys of such iconic villains as J.R. Ewing ("Dallas") or Mr. Burns ("The Simpsons") are foiled, while, on the big screen, baddies like Hannibal Lecter ("The Silence of the Lambs") chill our blood.
Duets, on ABC
The musical journey comes to an end as the remaining finalists learn who's earned a recording contract with Hollywood Records in the season finale.
