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'Orphan Black,' 'Americans' lead an exciting week of dramas
Prefer watching your TV on the edge of your seat? Then here are shows you can’t miss this week: “Orphan Black” (Saturday, 9 p.m., BBC America): Every week, half of...
First lady tops guest-star filled week of prime time
TV shows are dropping names on their guest star lists this week: “Parks & Recreation” (Thursday, 8:30 p.m., NBC): The Amy Poehler comedy has always been politically minded, bringing on...
Finales abound as shows wrap up with drama
Prepare yourselves for the finales: “Dallas” (Monday, 9 p.m., TNT) It feels like this soap opera just came back (the series returned at the end of February), and already the...
Sunday night television is getting geeky
Nerds everywhere have emerged from their winter hiding places now that “Game of Thrones” is back — and it appears that the rest of TV wants to make your Sunday...
Enjoy a dramatic 'Turn,' but 'Salem' may be too schlocky
“Turn” (Sunday, 9 p.m., AMC): The newest offering from AMC is the story of America’s first spy ring, set during the Revolution. And while the series was based on Alexander...
'Death' comes to S.H.I.E.L.D.; and the 'Glee'ks go to Brooklyn
Don’t be duped by these shows’ April Fools’ trickery: “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” (Tuesday, 8 p.m., ABC): No one will die. I mean, yes, they’ll die, as Skye (Chloe Bennet)...
Must-see TV returns this weekend
You meant to DVR “Scandal” last week and when the March Madness games ran late, you were too tired to stay up for “The Good Wife,” so now you’re stuck...
A 'Mother' of a wedding is nearly over; 'Psych' bows out
The end times are upon us in the TV world: “How I Met Your Mother” (Monday, 8 p.m., CBS): It’s the penultimate episode before the one-hour “How I Met Your...
Spring break trips galore right on TV this week
Spring is here! Where to escape when you need a TV break: “Cougar Town” (Tuesday, 10 p.m., TBS) Take the traditional route to the Sunshine State for a little fun...
Girl power spans the dial thanks to 'Wives,' 'Glee,' 'Liars'
Girls rule this week on TV: “American Dad” (Sunday, 7:30 p.m., Fox): For the episode titled “Introducing the Naughty Stewardesses,” the flight attendants in question are played by Olivia Wilde...
Guest stars abound this week on TV
TV’s questionable guest-star choices:“Hawaii Five-0” (Friday, 9 p.m., CBS) Yes, Mama knows you’re on the “old person” network, but you’re still a detective series set in one of the most...
Lady Sif joins up with 'S.H.I.E.L.D.'
TV for the kid in each of us who refuse to grow up... “Once Upon a Time” (Sunday, 8 p.m., ABC): The cross-pollinating fairy tale returns for the second half...
Fan favorites return to TV this Friday
Look who’s back: “Once Upon a Time” (Sunday, 8 p.m., ABC) We last left everyone in this far-fetched fairy tale being returned to their own worlds, courtesy of the Evil...
Oscar nominees that are killing it on the small screen
It’s an honor just to be nominated for an Academy Award, sure, but here’s where that Oscar nomination will get you on TV: “Archer Vice” (Monday, 10 p.m., FX): Oscar-nominated...
5 TV shows you don't want to miss this week
They might not be up for an Oscar anytime soon, but you’ll appreciate these actors in the spotlight this week: “Vikings” “Game of Thrones” may be getting too complicated for...
'Detective' gets darker, but lighten up, 'Portlandia' is back
With so many new shows premiering this week, you’ll need to prioritize which of the remaining series to keep on your schedule: “True Detective” (Sunday, 9 p.m., HBO): Be careful...
Embrace these shows this Valentine's Day weekend
Feel the love for TV this Valentine’s Day, regardless of your type: “Helix” (Friday, 10 p.m., Syfy) A “Star Trek” alum can make any geek’s heart flutter, so this Billy...
'Liars' goes noir as prime time dramas battle Sochi
Shows that are making the Olympic effort to draw your eyes away from Sochi: “Pretty Little Liars” (Tuesday, 8 p.m., ABC Family): Even if you’re not a regular viewer of this...
Closing up shop: Tune in to this week's season finales
We’ve barely gotten back from the holiday break, and already there are shows closing shop for the winter. Finales worth checking out: “Dracula” (Friday, 10 p.m., NBC) After a promising...
Kids' television just ain't the same
“Switched at Birth” (Monday, 8 p.m., ABC Family) Joining the swapped-teen series for its third season is “Breaking Bad”’s RJ Mitte, who plays a pre-med student who connects with Daphne...