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Nautilus

Nautilus

Richard E. Grant guest-stars in the swashbuckling fantasy as a gregarious “White Rajah” who encounters Capt. Nemo (Shazad Latif) and the Nautilus crew when they make landfall at Karajaan to replenish supplies.

The Gilded Age

The Gilded Age

Gladys Russell (Taissa Farmiga) finds herself a mere pawn in the negotiations between her robber-baron father George (Morgan Spector) and a money-hungry Duke of Buckingham (Ben Lamb), who seeks her hand and fortune.

Grantchester

Grantchester

Alphy (Rishi Nair) leaves the vicarage to visit a place with which he has a deep personal connection: a home for foundlings that’s on the chopping block to be closed.

Patience

Patience

Patience (Ella Maisy Purvis) grew up studying crime fiction, and now that she’s an investigative assistant for the York police, she’s delighted to help them solve a classic “locked room mystery” involving the death of one of her literary heroes.

Going, Going, Gone: The Magic of the Home Run

Going, Going, Gone: The Magic of the Home Run

Documentary Premiere

From MLB Studios, a new documentary revisits the history of the Home Run Derby, and the mythic allure of the home run itself. Roy Wood Jr. hosts.

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Danielle Colby and Frank Fritz on 'American Pickers'

American Pickers: Danielle Colby Remembers Late Frank Fritz

Fritz’s death last year was a ‘huge loss’ for the History Channel show and for the world, Colby said.
Mel B

‘AGT’ Fans Are Obsessed With Mel B’s ‘Stunning’ Wedding Gown

See which other Spice Girl was in attendance as Mel B tied the knot with ‘a really good guy’ who knew her before she was famous.
'Matlock' Season 1

7 ‘Matlock’ Burning Questions We Need Answered in Season 2

Is that really Alfie’s dad? Is Julian going to jail? What the Season 1 finale has left us wondering.
Molly Shannon, 'Saturday Night Live'

‘SNL’: Molly Shannon Weighs in on Who Could Replace Lorne Michaels

Fans also dished on who they thought would be the best fit.
Hannah Dodd as Francesca Bridgerton, Victor Alli as John Stirling in episode 306 of Bridgerton

What Does Francesca Bridgerton End Up With? A Deep Dive Into Her Book

Francesca’s season will be unlike any other season of ‘Bridgerton.’

Previews
Host Bertie Gregory filming a ragged tooth shark underwater.

Bertie Gregory Explains Why an ‘Ocean Without Sharks’ Scares Him

 Laurence Leboeuf as Dr. Magalie Leblanc, Ayisha Issa as June Curtis — 'Transplant' Season 4 Episode 8

‘Transplant’ Boss Previews Big Moments and Decisions for Mags and June

 Martin Short in Match Game

Martin Short Previews His New ‘Match Game’
Rory McPhee and Mel B depart following their wedding in the OBE (Order of the British Empire) Chapel at St Paul's Cathedral on July 5, 2025 in London, England.

Mel B Is Married! Spice Girl & ‘AGT’ Judge Weds Hairstylist Rory McPhee

Mel B tied the knot in the same church where King Charles and Princess Diana wed.
John Wayne, James Arness

The Day John Wayne Completely Shocked the Entire Cast of ‘Gunsmoke’

No one thought that a star of that magnitude would do something like this.
David James Elliott as Harmon Rabb, Jr. in NCIS Los Angeles

Would David James Elliott Reprise ‘JAG’ Role as Harm on ‘NCIS’?

Elliott’s Harm popped up in three episodes of ‘NCIS: LA.’
Bill Nye

Bill Nye’s Bold Political Message Has Fans Saying the Same Thing

The ‘Science Guy’ didn’t hold back with his declaration.
Nancy Lee Grahn — 'General Hospital'

On ‘General Hospital,’ Nancy Lee Grahn’s Alexis Blasts Sonny Over Their Daughter’s Near Death

Grahn’s recent performances serve as a reminder that Alexis is the type of friend anyone would want in their corner for any reason.

Reviews
Shazad Latif as Captain Nemo, Georgia Flood as Humility in 'Nautilus'

Roush Review: Shallow Escapism Aboard the ‘Nautilus’

 'Squid Game' Season 3 - Lee Jung-jae

Roush Review: Playing the ‘Squid Game’ to the Bitter End

 Jeremy Allen White as Carmen 'Carmy' Berzatto — 'The Bear' Season 4

Roush Review: A Menu of Mea Culpas in ‘The Bear’s Fourth Season
Reba McEntire and James Denton on 'Reba'; Joanna Garcia Swisher and Steve Howey on 'Reba'

Down-Home Romance! Who Did the ‘Reba’ Characters End Up With?

She’s got gentle hands and the heart of a fighter, but did Reba find true love?
Lindsay Wagner in The Bionice Woman

7 Things You Never Knew About ‘The Bionic Woman’

There’s a reason the show packed a little less punch in its final season.
Jesse Williams as Daniel de Luca in 'Hotel Costiera'

Jesse Williams Is a Fixer at Luxury Italian Hotel in ‘Hotel Costiera’ Trailer

Everything we know about Williams’ first series lead role since leaving ‘Grey’s Anatomy.’
Johnny Whitaker, Family Affair

‘Family Affair’ Star Johnny Whitaker Opens Up About Anissa Jones’ Tragic Death

Plus, what it was like to give Jodie Foster her first on-screen kiss.
Galen Gering, McKenzie Westmore as Luis and Sheridan on 'Passions'

‘Passions’: McKenzie Westmore Shares Hope For Sheridan & Luis Reunion With Galen Gering

The soap premiered 26 years ago on July 5, 1999.

Game Shows
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10 Best Classic Game Shows, Ranked

‘The Price Is Right’: First Responder Opens Up About Appearing on Special Edition of Show

 Jeopardy! contestant Jason Singer

‘Jeopardy!’ Contestant Apologizes After Claiming to be First Champion Married to a Previous Winner
Dan Blocker on the set of Bonanza - Season 1

Remembering Dan Blocker, Hoss from TV’s ‘Bonanza’

Just like the character he played, he was a true gentle giant himself.

Iam Tongi and his girlfriend Leah.

‘American Idol’s Iam Tongi & Girlfriend Share Relationship Update With New Photos

Tongi’s girlfriend shared rare photos of their romance.
Adam Levine, Blake Shelton The Voice

Adam Levine Reveals ‘The Voice’ Costar Blake Shelton’s $5,000 Prank

The deception involved a ‘teacup pig.’
Larry Charles

‘Seinfeld’ Writer Details Rampant Cocaine Use in ’80s TV Show Production

Larry Charles, who also worked on the TV shows ‘Fridays’ and ‘The Arsenio Hall Show,’ said cocaine is ‘how the work got done.’
Bobby Flay attends the Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Invesco QQQ - Bobby's Triple Threat Dance Party presented by Treasure Cave hosted by Bobby Flay, Tiffany Derry, Michael Voltaggio and Brooke Williamson at Brooklyn Army Terminal on October 19, 2024 in New York City.

Bobby Flay Fans Shower the TV Chef With Love After His Devastating Loss

Flay has memorialized a beloved family member who ‘crossed the rainbow bridge’ and whose ‘magic was truly special.’