Person of Interest, on CBS
Armed with an all-seeing computer system known as The Machine, the hi-tech vigilantes are at it again. The drama stars Michael Emerson as an eccentric billionaire who has recruited a former CIA operative (James Caviezel) to help him prevent crime.
The Bachelor, on ABC
Ready to put heartache behind him, former “The Bachelorette” suitor Chris Soules begins a new search for true love in this season premiere. He’ll meet 30 potential girlfriends, ranging from a dedicated school guidance counsellor to a raven-haired rebel.
Q: I would like to know if NBC's "The Voice" is ever going to put out its seasons on DVD.
What you're running into with "The Voice" is what classic-sitcom fans have been running into for years, such as with "WKRP in Cincinnati" and "The Wonder Years": music rights.
Down but not out: Burrell's taking on a new challenger in 'Worst Cooks in America'
Tyler Florence and Anne Burrell star in “Worst Cooks in America”
Building an 'Empire': All-star cast brings Fox hip-hop drama to limelight
Taraji P. Henson stars in “Empire”
Following two Academy Award nominations and a number of box office hits, Hollywood film director Lee Daniels ("Lee Daniels' The Butler," 2013) has assembled an all-star cast for what's been dubbed a "sexy and powerful new drama," based on the king of a booming hip-hop empire and the battle for his once coveted throne.
New Releases for the week of January 4 - 10
No Good Deed
When Terri’s (Henson) husband goes out of town, the former district attorney is left alone with her two small children in their suburban home. However, her ideal life is quickly and unexpectedly shaken when a handsome stranger (Elba) appears at her door hoping for help after running his car off the road. Terri offers him the use of her phone, but soon finds her family in grave danger from the man who is in fact a dangerous escaped convict who has gained access to her home.
Director: Sam Miller. Stars: Idris Elba, Taraji P. Henson, Leslie Bibb, Kate del Castillo, Henry Simmons, Mirage Moonschein, Kenny Alfonso, Dan Caudill, Tatom Pender, Kelly O’Neal. 2014. 84 min. Thriller.
Boyhood
A story of growing up, from boyhood to manhood, as experienced by Mason (Coltrane), whose life is chronicled from first grade through to the end of high school. Mason Sr. (Hawke) and Olivia (Arquette) are a divorced couple trying their absolute best with their son and daughter (Linklater), taking in all that it means to be a parent, both big events and small. Shot over 12 years, the film accurately portrays the many changes that take place in a young life as it approaches adolescence and then ultimately adulthood.
Director: Richard Linklater. Stars: Ethan Hawke, Patricia Arquette, Lorelei Linklater, Ellar Coltrane, Elijah Smith, Steven Chester Prince, Bonnie Cross, Marco Perella, Jamie Howard, Ryan Power, Libby Villari. 2014. 165 min. Drama.
Love Is Strange
Ben (Lithgow) and George (Molina) have been together for 39 years and now, thanks to the state’s new marriage laws, are finally tying the knot. Not long after, however, Ben is fired from his job at a Catholic school, and the couple can no longer afford the rent on their apartment. Until they sort out their situation, they stay with loved ones in separate abodes, forcing them to temporarily move apart. The newly shared living space proves to be a challenge for everyone involved.
Director: Ira Sachs. Stars: John Lithgow, Alfred Molina, Cheyenne Jackson, Manny Perez, Darren Burrows, Marisa Tomei, Charlie Tahan, Harriet Sansom Harris, Jason Stuart, Olya Zueva. 2014. 94 min. Drama.
Going 'Downton': Hit U.K. import gears up for fifth season on PBS
Allen Leech, Tom Cullen and Michelle Dockery star in “Downton Abbey”
Going 'Downton': Americans may have thrown off the shackles of the British aristocracy centuries ago, but it sure hasn't diminished the appetite for it.
Late Laughs for the week of January 4 - 10, 2015
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon: Jimmy Fallon
I heard about a new device called the “Sonic Decanter” that can age wine and make it taste better in just 20 minutes. Not to be confused with the other way you can make wine taste better in 20 minutes: drinking wine for 20 minutes.
Galavant, on ABC
Joshua Sasse stars as a dashing hero who sets out to reclaim the love of his life and seek revenge on the evil king who took her away. The brainchild of Dan Fogelman, the musical comedy series features music by composer Alan Menken and lyricist Glenn Slater.
Recaps for the week of December 29 - January 2
Daniel Goddard and Christel Khalil star in “The Young and the Restless”
The Bold and the Beautiful
Liam is miffed when Ivy tells him of her latest interaction with Rick. Ridge expresses joy to Caroline that her marriage seems to be back on track while delivering news about his own relationship status with Katie. Meanwhile, Deacon tries to convince Quinn not to meddle in Wyatt's efforts to win Hope back. Rick presses Eric to sign the documents that would complete his takeover of Forrester Creations, but in his capacity as legal counsel, Carter advises Eric not to sign them. Unaware of his son's true motivations, Eric struggles with whether or not to sign, and Carter tips Ridge off as to what's going on. Knowing that she will soon be able to flaunt her relationship with Rick and take her rightful place in the Forrester hierarchy, Maya is forced to bite her tongue during a hostile confrontation with Caroline. Liam and Ivy look forward to their first New Year's Eve as a couple, while Rick instructs Maya to pack her bags. Later, Caroline gets the shock of her life when Maya shows up unexpectedly at a company meeting.
Days of Our Lives
Rafe is fired from the police force when his secret is uncovered. After paying a visit to Gabi in prison, Melanie warns Jordan about dating Chad and reveals some information about her own past with him. Later, Chad comes clean with Jordan about what went down between him and Melanie. Hoping that they can start over, John asks Marlena for a second chance. After getting blasted by Will for spending money on the club expansion without checking in with him first, Sonny learns that Paul has never stopped loving him and wants to reunite. JJ confesses that he slept with someone else when Paige demands to know why he broke things off. Meanwhile, Clyde enlists Aiden's services. Eric is furious with Nicole when he finds out that she broke into Serena's room, and he calls off their date as a result. While ringing in the New Year, Brady and Melanie share a very passionate and very unexpected kiss.
General Hospital
Maxie and Nathan run into snags in their travel plans, and it's unclear if the potential couple will find their way to one another in time for midnight on New Year's Eve. Jordan's very life hangs in the balance. Patrick asks Sam to be his date for New Year's. Many couples in Port Charles gather to ring in the New Year at the Metro Court, but it's uncertain who will end up kissing who. Meanwhile, Alexis confronts Julian and accuses him of trying to make her jealous on purpose. Duke and Lucy decide to be completely honest with one another.
The Young and the Restless
Ashley lets Jack in on the fact that Tobias has been spying for Victor. Dylan makes a request of Michael to cover the law office for a month so that he can take Avery on an extended vacation. Sage warns Adam that he must not underestimate the important role she plays in his life. Meanwhile, Phyllis plans to arrange a surprise for Jack and enlists Hilary's help in the matter. When Sage finds out that Nick is Victor Newman's son, Nick worries that she will think less of him. It's New Year's Day in Genoa City and Nikki vows that she will maintain her sobriety this year. At the same time, Michael and Lauren resolve to live life to the fullest every day and to never take a single moment for granted.