What to Watch on TV: Week of March 24th
Welcome to a new week and another round of What to Watch on TV! We’ll be sharing our picks of what to watch for the week, from new specials to big guest spots, and significant episodes of TV to look forward to.
This week’s picks include a new addition to the Schurniverse, One Chicago’s break is over, Jane’s return, and more!
Here are a few recommendations for what to watch on TV this week:
Into The Badlands – Sunday, March 24
AMC’s action drama Into the Badlands is returning this week for its final episodes of the series and shows no signs of stopping as it heads towards the end and the final battle begins. Into the Badlands premieres, Sunday, March 24 at 10/9c on AMC.
Episode Description: Pilgrim leads the hunt for near-fatally wounded Sunny; The Widow confronts her inner demons in an attempt to restore her Gift.
One Nation Under Stress – Monday, March 25
American life expectancy is falling, and Dr. Sanjay Gupta uses One Nation Under Stress to try to figure out what factors are contributing to a growing number of “deaths of despair.” One Nation Under Stress debuts on Monday, March 25 at 9/8c on HBO and HBO Latino.
Episode Description: HBO documentary featuring renowned medical expert Dr. Sanjay Gupta as he explores how the latest advances in neuroscience are shedding light on the origins and impact of stress on Americans’ daily lives and health.
Miracle Workers – Tuesday, March 26
The end is near, and it’s time for any last-ditch attempts at saving Earth and its inhabitants from God’s plans on the Miracle Workers finale. But will Craig and Eliza succeed or will God be able to follow through with his initial idea? Miracle Workers airs Tuesday, March 26 at 10:30/9:30c on TBS.
Episode Description: Craig risks it all in a desperate attempt to save Earth and all of mankind.
Chicago Med – Wednesday, March 27
The Chicago Gaffney staff are back from their hiatus and immediately find the emergency happening right at their front door, literally. Chicago Med airs Wednesday, March 27 at 8/7c on NBC.
Episode Description: When a car unexpectedly smashes through the ambulance bay doors, Dr. Choi makes some difficult decisions in an effort to save a worker trapped beneath the wreckage and April, who’s also in danger. Dr. Rhodes and Dr. Bekker tend to a patient whose best chance at survival is an extremely risky heart surgery. Dr. Charles struggles to come to terms with ex-wife Caroline’s treatment.
Jane the Virgin – Wednesday, March 27
It’s the beginning of the end for Jane the Virgin as the show makes its final CW premiere this week, kicking off right where the show left—Michael (or someone that looks like him) being alive and what happens next. Who could this “Michael” be and what does that mean for Jane and Rafael? Jane the Virgin airs Wednesday, March 27 at 9/8c on The CW.
Episode Description: Jane makes a shocking discovery and looks to Rafael for answers; Rafael decides to put everything he and Jane have on hold; Petra is trying to secure a future with JR, but her past might jeopardize everything.
Documentary Now! – Wednesday, March 27
Season 3 of the IFC critical favorite is coming to an end and rounds out its list of mockumentary subjects this season with a professional bowler. Documentary Now! Airs Wednesday, March 27 at 10:30/9:30c on IFC.
Episode Description: A profile of life at the top of the Professional Bowling League during the 2003 tournament season, shining a spotlight on the highs and lows of its three most beloved competitors.
Abby’s – Thursday, March 28
Fans of the “Schurniverse” are getting treated to a new addition with Abby’s, a comedy about a woman who owns an unlicensed backyard bar and works to keep it with a great cast that includes Natalie Morales, and Neil Flynn. Abby’s premieres Thursday, March 28 at 9:30/8:30c on NBC.
Episode Description: Abby’s unlicensed backyard bar hits a major snag when new landlord Bill, who recently inherited the house from his deceased aunt, shows up and proposes major changes.
Legacies – Thursday, March 28
The Salvatore School for the Young and Gifted is threatened with some unwelcomed visitors and it’s up to the kids to defend their school on the Legacies finale. Will everyone make it out alive? Legacies airs Thursday, March 28 at 9/8c on The CW.
Episode Description: When a group of unwelcome visitors descends upon the school, Hope leads the charge to keep her friends safe; MG uncovers a secret about his mother; Josie finds herself in a dire situation.
Flack – Thursday, March 28
Robyn’s life seemingly is falling apart at the seams as she takes on another client’s issues on the Flack season finale. Flack airs Thursday, March 28 at 10/9c on Pop.
Episode Description: Robyn must retrieve a soccer star from a hardcore fetish club on his wedding day; Eve reveals to Robyn that she’s in love with Tom; at the wedding, Robyn devises a plan to assist another soccer player’s visibility while her own life unravels.
On My Block – Friday, March 29
After that season 1 finale, On My Block returns for its sophomore season with answers and a look at how these four friends look to each other to cope with tragedy. On My Block drops Friday, March 29 on Netflix. Watch the cold opening in the video above.
Description: In the aftermath of tragedy and Jamal’s discovery, the friends lean on each other like never before.
Those are our picks for the week! Are your faves on the list? What are you planning to watch? Share in the comments below!
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Brianna Martinez
Brianna spends her time away from briefs, legal research, and pleadings, watching TV and writing about it. She generally has a lot of feelings about TV, which you can read about here and on Twitter.