What to Watch on TV: Somebody Somewhere, Ozark, Yellowjackets
Welcome to a new week and another round of What to Watch on TV for the week of January 16th! We’ll be sharing our picks for what to watch this week, from marathons to big guest spots, and significant episodes of TV to look forward to.
This week’s picks include the premiere of Somebody Somewhere, the return of Ozark, the season finale of Yellowjackets, and more.
Here are our recommendations for what to watch on TV this week:
Yellowjackets – Sunday, January 16
Season 1 of Showtime’s breakout series concludes this week. The drama will be high as tensions culminate at the group’s 25-year reunion. The Yellowjackets Season 1 finale airs Sunday, January 16 at 10/9c on Showtime.
Episode description: On the night of their 25-year reunion, the Yellowjackets navigate damning evidence, false alibis and a dubious attempt to heal. In the wilderness, the Doomcoming fallout finds everything firmly off the rails as resentments come to a head.
Somebody Somewhere – Sunday, January 16
Bridget Everett’s new HBO series begins with Everett’s character, Sam, finding a connection with a coworker after the devastating loss of her sister. Somebody Somewhere premieres Sunday, January 16 at 10:30/9:30c on HBO.
Series description: The series follows Sam (played by Everett), a true Kansan on the surface, but, beneath it all, struggling to fit the hometown mold. Grappling with loss and acceptance, singing is Sam’s saving grace and leads her on a journey to discover herself and a community of outsiders who don’t fit in but don’t give up, showing that finding your people, and finding your voice, is possible. Anywhere. Somewhere.
4400 – Monday, January 17
With everyone still dealing with the fallout from Mildred’s violent outburst on live TV, new abilities and mysteries will make an already complicated situation even more complex. 4400 airs Monday, January 17 at 9/8c on The CW.
Episode description: Everyone is still reeling after Mildred’s on-camera performance; the government tries to figure out its next move; Rev is confused by his new ability; Jharrel gets some unexpected news; no one seems to know Ladonna’s whereabouts.
Becoming: Michelle Obama in Conversation – Monday, January 17
BET will celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day by airing an interview and Q&A with Michelle Obama based on her bestselling memoir, Becoming. Becoming: Michelle Obama in Conversation airs Monday, January 17 at 7/6c on BET.
Special description: Moderated by Yara Shahidi and joined on stage by students from 22 participating colleges from across the country, Mrs. Obama discusses with students the themes from her acclaimed New York Times bestselling memoir, Becoming(published by Crown/Penguin Random House), and what it’s like to navigate young adulthood in the current climate. Mrs. Obama opens the floor to the students to discuss with them topics such as their mental wellness, diversity and inclusion on college campuses, and asks thought-provoking questions about shaping their future and becoming change agents in their communities. The one-hour special was filmed at Prince George’s Community College in Largo, MD
Juanpis Gonzalez: The Series – Wednesday, January 19
Columbian comedian Alejandro Riaño expands on his popular character, Juanpis Gonzalez, for Netflix’s latest international import. Juanpis Gonzalez: The Series begins streaming on Wednesday, January 19 on Netflix.
Series description: The most spoiled man in the country has to overcome a difficult test imposed by his grandfather to inherit the family fortune, through which he finds what he believes is his vocation: To do politics but to the no always lawful way of it.
Women of the Movement – Thursday, January 20
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Women of the Movement concludes with its final two episodes as the trial ends and a verdict is reached. Women of the Movement airs Thursday, January 20 at 8/7c on ABC.
Episode descriptions: Carolyn Bryannt and Mamie Till Mboley testify about Emmett’s character inn front of a packed courtroom; after the verdict is reached and the story becomes internation news, the movement begins — and Mamie Till Mobely fights to defend Emmett’s legacy.
As We See It – Friday, January 21
Get to know roommates Jack, Harrison, and Violet — all on the autism spectrum — on Amazon’s new dramedy series. As We See It premieres Friday, January 21 on Amazon Prime.
Series description: As We See It follows Jack (Rick Glassman), Harrison (Albert Rutecki), and Violet (Sue Ann Pien), twentysomething roommates on the autism spectrum, as they strive to get and keep jobs, make friends, fall in love, and navigate a world that eludes them. With the help of their families, aide, and sometimes even each other, these roommates experience setbacks and celebrate triumphs on their own unique journeys towards independence and acceptance. Series stars Glassman, Rutecki, and Pien all identify as living on the autism spectrum. The series also stars Sosie Bacon as their aide Mandy, Chris Pang as Violet’s brother Van, and Joe Mantegna as Jack’s father Lou.
Fragile Rock: Back to the Rock – Friday, January 21
It’s time to dance your cares away again. Fraggle Rock returns with a whole new adventure for old and new fans alike. Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock premieres Friday, January 21 on AppleTV+.
Series description: Jim Henson’s fun-loving, musical Fraggles are back! Join Gobo, Red, Wembley, Mokey, Boober, and new Fraggle friends on hilarious, epic adventures about the magic that happens when we celebrate and care for our interconnected world.
Ozark – Friday, January 21
After almost two years, Ozark returns for a fourth and final season. Following Helen’s death and the Byrde’s increasing involvement with the Navarro cartel, things are evolving, and the balance of power is changing in Season 4. Ozark Season 4 Part 1 premieres Friday, January 21 on Netflix.
Season description: Marty and Wendy are rid of Helen [Janet McTeer] and climb to the top of Navarro’s empire. They find another opportunity to get out of the Ozarks but some past sins won’t stay buried and the most dangerous threats come from blood.
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Sarah Fields
Sarah is an obsessive geek who likes to get into the weeds and over think things. She is passionate about Sci-Fi and comics and is a giant classic film nerd. Sarah cares deeply about media representation and the power of telling diverse stories. When she's not writing or watching her favorite shows she spends her days working in the non-profit world trying to make life a little better for those that need some extra help.