Feb. 16 – Feb. 22
Dolly goes to the dogs, a classic flick gets musical & J-Lo reveals her love life
Musical icon Dolly Parton presents a parade of pets Wednesday night on CBS.
All times Eastern.
FRIDAY, Feb.16
This is Me…Now: The Film
Jennifer Lopez takes center stage (below) in this highly visual “reimaging” of her highly scrutinized love life, which includes seven boyfriends and husbands before her (current) beau, actor Ben Affleck (Prime).
The Color Purple
It was mostly snubbed for major Oscar nominations, but the musical remake of The Color Purple (below) is nonetheless an exhilarating, emotional experience, with a heart-tugging story and standout performances by an all-star cast (Fantasia Barrino, Taraji P. Henson, Halle Berry, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Ciara, and H.E.R.). Watch it streaming today (Max).
SATURDAY, Feb. 17
An American in Austen
A librarian (Eliza Bennett, below) who thinks no one can live up to Mr. Darcy suddenly finds herself inside her favorite Jane Austen novel, Pride & Prejudice, where the famous author offers advice on her love life (8 p.m., Hallmark Channel).
SUNDAY, Feb. 18
American idol
New season premieres tonight as judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Ryan Seacrest seek the cream of the crop of American’s new singing talent (8 p.m., ABC).
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
The Emmy-winning late-night satirical news show kicks off its 11th season (11 p.m., HBO).
MONDAY, Feb. 19
James Brown: Say It Loud
Two-night documentary event examines the legacy of the King of Soul as a creative force, cultural ambassador and internationally famous Black changemaker, with interviews from Mick Jagger, LL Cool J, the Rev. Al Sharpton, and many more (8 p.m., A&E).
The Madame Blanc Mysteries
Season three premieres about the respected antiques dealer (Sally Lindsay), whose expertise with “relics” comes in handy solving a series of murders in a lovely French village (AcornTV).
TUESDAY, Feb. 20
Ready to Sell Out
Comedian/actor Mike Epps takes the stage for his fourth Netflix standup special, with zing-y twists on where all his money’s gone, his love life, and more (Netflix).
Crime Nation
Dive into riveting true crime stories with expert analysis, exclusive reporting and interviews with people at the center of the investigations—including crime enthusiasts, digital detectives and social media sleuths who have sometimes helped solve cases (The CW).
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 21
Constellation
Eight-part psychological thriller stars Noomi Rapice (below) and Jonathan Banks in a wild tale of an astronaut who returns to Earth after a disaster in space…only to discover that key pieces of her life are missing (Apple TV+).
Hunt for the Oldest DNA
Scientists decipher ancient genetic blueprints to reveal amazing new facts about creatures that once thrived in the once-lush Arctic (9 p.m., PBS).
Dolly Parton’s Pet Gala
The country superstar goes to the dogs (and other critters) in this star-studded runway show featuring celebs and the best in canine fashion from Parton’s pet line…and appearances by Young Sheldon’s Iain Armitage, Neil Patrick Harris, Jane Lynch, Jessica Simpson and more (9 p.m., CBS).
THURSDAY, Feb. 22
Avatar: The Last Airbender New animated spinoff of the hit blockbuster franchise furthers the adventures in the water, on the land, and in the air (Netflix).
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