What to Watch on TV: Week of July 7th
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 look at space with Apollo: Mission to the Moon, CBS’ take on Love Island, Harlots’ return, and more!
Here are our recommendations for what to watch on TV this week:
The Movies – Sunday, July 7
CNN will take viewers back through the decades, this time focusing on the films that defined popular culture, stayed with viewers for years, and set the foundation for films later on. The Movies debuts Sunday, July 7 at 9/8c on CNN.
Description: The CNN Original Series The Movies is an extension of the very successful “Decades” series produced by Tom Hanks’ Playtone Pictures and Herzog & Co. Over its 6 episode run, The Movies will give new insights and behind the scenes glimpses into some of the most beloved and influential films from the dawn of cinema to present day.
Apollo: Mission to the Moon – Sunday, July 7
National Geographic is taking viewers back with a look at the historic Apollo missions from all perspectives, including newly remastered audio. Apollo: Mission to the Moon airs Sunday, July 7 at 9/8c on National Geographic.
Description: As the world prepares to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first manned lunar landing, Emmy and Peabody Award-winning filmmaker Tom Jennings uses his signature style of first-person storytelling to create an immersive account that spans the breadth and depth of NASA’s Apollo Space Program.
Love Island – Tuesday, July 9
CBS is bringing the British reality series stateside as Love Island debuts. Will it be able to compete with the wild British version? Love Island makes its stateside debut Tuesday, July 9 at 8/7c on CBS.
Description: The matchmaking begins as a group of single “Islanders” come together in a stunning villa on a beautiful tropical island, ready to embark on a summer of dating, romance, and ultimately, relationships. Every few days the Islanders pair up and those who are not coupled are at risk of being dumped from the island. Islanders are on the lookout for romance, but the road to love doesn’t always run smoothly. Challenges abound with intriguing new Islander arrivals and dramatic twists as friendships and relationships form. In addition to choosing their partners wisely, Islanders must also win the hearts of viewers who have the opportunity to shape events on screen and ultimately crown one lucky couple the winner who will then have the chance to walk away with both love and the cash prize.
The 100 – Tuesday, July 9
Now that they are beyond the barrier, Bellamy races against time as he goes in search of someone that can help him save Clarke. The 100 airs Tuesday, July 9 at 9/8c on The CW.
Episode Description: Bellamy (Bob Morley) must venture into enemy territory with an unlikely companion. Meanwhile, Octavia (Marie Avgeropoulos) is forced to confront her past.
Harlots Season 3 – Wednesday, July 10
Harlots returns with a new season as Charlotte faces a new threat and Lucy goes into business with a pair of new faces. Harlots Season 3 premieres Wednesday, July 10 on Hulu.
Episode Description: When Greek Street is attacked by new pimps in town, Charlotte Wells fights back with disastrous consequences; she must protect her girls from the men who want to take over her business; Lucy goes into business with two recent arrivals to the scene.
Snowfall – Wednesday, July 10
Franklin finds himself dealing with new competition while looking for new opportunities when Snowfall returns Wednesday, July 10 at 10/9c on FX.
Episode Description: Franklin and Cissy look to make an investment in the community, while Andre tries to figure out what is destroying it; Jerome unveils his new business; a new cook on the streets competes with Franklin’s crew.
The Outpost – Thursday, July 11
Talon returns and braces for dealing with a new threat, bad news travels, and the threat of war looms over the outpost when the series returns for Season 2. The Outpost premiere Thursday, July 11 at 9/8c on the CW.
Episode Description: Talon summons a new threat, recalling the ghosts of her childhood; Garret hunts for Dred; Gwynn prepares the outpost for war; a messenger brings devastating news.
Hollywood Game Night – Thursday, July 11
Hollywood Game Night will find civilians playing with a few Superstore and The Good Place favorites for a chance at the big grand prize. Hollywood Game Night airs Thursday, July 11 at 9/8c on NBC.
Episode Description: American Ninja Warrior hosts Akbar Gbajabiamila and Matt Iseman join Superstore‘s Nico Santos and The Good Place‘s D’Arcy Carden, Marc Evan Jackson and Jameela Jamil to play new game Whipflash!, as well as classic favorites.
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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.