What to watch, and more! Week of Feb. 20 – Feb. 26
Civil War women, a new take on ‘Dracula,’ movies for grownups & Mike Wolff ‘picks’ at history!
Learn about the women who helped turn the tide of the Civil War in ‘The Grey House’ on PBS Thursday.
FRIDAY, Feb. 20
Dracula
New spin on the old vampire tale is a satirical comedy mixes sci-fi, folklore, AI and horror as vampire hunts and labor strikes collide in modern-day Transylvania (Mubi).
The Last Thing He Told Me
Season two features producer and star Jennifer Garner returning to the pulse-pounder about an on-the-run mom and daughter racing to reunite their family before the past catches up with them (Apple TV).
SATURDAY, Feb. 21
Double Double Trouble
A woman (Tami Roman) is pulled into a dangerous psychological battle with her twin, leading to deadly consequences (8 p.m., Lifetime).
Comedy Movie Marathon
You’ll laugh until, well, it’s over with Tag, Big Daddy, The Wedding Singer (above) and Central Intelligence (starts 2 p.m., TBS).
SUNDAY, Feb. 22
Movies for Grownups Awards
AARP’s annual presentation includes a special Lifetime Achievement Award for Adam Sandler, and trophies to flicks and performances that have special appeal to audiences over 50 (7 p.m., PBS).
History’s Greatest Picks with Mike Wolff
The former American Pickers co-host dives into the intriguing stories and astonishing values behind legendary treasures, relics, and artifacts from history (9 p.m., The History Channel).
MONDAY, Feb. 23
CIA
New series about an FBI special agent (Nick Gehlfuss) teamed with a CIA case officer (Tom Ellis) to work covert ops in New York and uncover international plots, terrorist cells and other bad stuff goin’ down (10 p.m., CBS).
The CEO Club
New reality series follows a group of trailblazing female CEOs (above)—Serena Williams among them—as they navigate the triumphs and challenges of their professional and personal lives (Prime Video).
TUESDAY, Feb. 24
Murder In…
New season about dirty deeds in lovely, exotic places, like Saint Martin, Concarneu and at the French Open (MHZ Choice).
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 25
Scrubs
New reinvention of the early 2000s sitcom about hospital employees stars Zach Braff, Donald Faison and Sarah Chalke (8 p.m., ABC).
The Greatest Average American
Comedian Nate Bargatze hosts this new game show that celebrates the power of being perfectly “average” through challenges and trivia (9:02 p.m., ABC).
THURSDAY, Feb. 26
Who the Hell is Regina Jones?
Learn all about the publisher and founder of Soul magazine, the pioneering national print platform where Black artists could get coverage long before other magazines entered the arena (Dabl, Start TV and Story Television).
The Grey House
Mary-Louise Parker, Daisy Head and Paul Anderson lead the cast of this true story about the unsung heroes whose resistance helped turn the tide of the American Civil War (Prime Video).
READ ALL ABOUT
The world is getting more crowded (and less affordable) every day. Plugin House: Modern Prefab Architecture (Thames & Hudson) shows how prefabricated structures—built quickly and with limited tools—can address the needs of rapidly growing populations around the world for the 1.6 people who lack adequate housing.
You’re never too young to start a lifelong fascination with magic! Barb Rosenstock’s Houdini’s Library (Knopf) introduces young readers to the world’s most iconic stage magician and escape artist—perfectly timed for the 100th anniversary of his death—with a glimpse into his lifelong interest in reading and books, and the “magic” he found within. (And the illustrations are all from hand-cut paper by Barcelonan illustrator Mar Delmar!)
BRING IT HOME
Allison Williams, Dave Franco, McKenna Grace and Mason Thames star in Regretting You (Paramount Home Entertainment), a moving story of love and loss after a devastating accident. Bonus content include behind-the-scenes featurettes, the cast’s experiences with romance and regret, and more.
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