What to Watch on TV: The Righteous Gemstones, The Wonder Years, and iCarly
Welcome to a new week and another round of What to Watch on TV for the week of July 2nd! Our picks this week include some exciting season premieres and some fun episodes!
This week we feature The Righteous Gemstones, The Wonder Years, iCarly, and more!
Here are our recommendations for what to watch on TV this week:
The Righteous Gemstones – Sunday, July 2nd
Jesse is excited to be initiated into a prestigious secret society, but he’s not prepared for what could potentially come of this opportunity. Meanwhile, Kelvin deals with some rumors about Keefe and Judy deals with unwanted attention. The Righteous Gemstones airs Sunday, July 2nd at 10/9c on HBO and Max.
Episode Description: While Jesse prepares for his initiation into a prestigious secret society, Judy fends off unwanted attention, and Kelvin handles rumors about Keefe. Later, Baby Billy makes an impossible promise.
The Idol – Sunday, July 2nd
Jocelyn is trying to get everything lined up in her career while also juggling her relationship with Tedros. The Idol airs Sunday, July 2nd at 9/8c on HBO and Max.
Episode Description: While planning a showcase for her next tour, Jocelyn begins to take control of her relationship with Tedros.
Cruel Summer – Monday, July 3rd
Megan finally came clean and admitted to Isabella that she has feelings for Luke, so perhaps this will be the episode where we see the beginning of her relationship with him in the Summer 1999 timeline. Cruel Summer airs Monday, July 3rd at 10/9c on Freeform.
Episode description: In summer 1999, sparks fly at Luke’s birthday party. In winter 1999, relationships are tested as Megan becomes more distant from Luke. In summer 2000, Megan obsesses over an interesting letter she received.
How I Met Your Father – Tuesday, July 4th
Jesse and Charlie are pushed closer together by Sid and Ellen who want them to be roommates. Meanwhile, Sophie decides to parent trap her estranged parents. How I Met Your Father airs Tuesday, July 4th on Hulu
Episode Description: Sophie tries to parent trap her parents; Sid and Ellen try their own master plan to nudge Jesse and Charlie into being roommates with each other.
Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular – Tuesday, July 4th
Celebrate our nation’s birthday and freedom with a firework show as you’ve never seen before — with musical guests to make this a true party. Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular airs Tuesday, July 4th at 8/7c on NBC.
Episode Description: Rutledge Wood and Zuri Hall anchor coverage of Manhattan’s annual fireworks display. Slated performers include Ashanti, Bebe Rexha, Ja Rule, Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson and LL Cool J featuring DJ Z-Trip and The Roots.
The Wonder Years – Wednesday, July 5th
DULE HILL, LAURA KARIUKI, SAYCON SENGBLOH
Lillian joins the church choir creating a change in her dynamic with her mother-in-law. A guilt-ridden Dean is encouraged to have a supernatural encounter to help him move forward. The Wonder Years airs Wednesday, July 5th at 9/8c on ABC.
Episode Description: When Lillian joins the church choir, she discovers a new side to her mother-in-law. Later, Kim encourages a guilt-ridden Dean to have an encounter with the supernatural.
The Clearing – Wednesday, July 5th
On the final episode, Freya finds Adrienne on a private island while trying to locate Billy. The Clearing finale airs Wednesday, July 5th on Hulu.
Episode Description: Searching for Billy, Freya finds Adrienne on a private island relaunching The Kindred.
Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire – Wednesday, July 5th
In a series of short animated films, Disney brings to life multiple stories of Afro-futurism involving technology, spirits, and more. Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire airs Wednesday, July 5th on Disney+.
Series Description: Ten African creators present stories featuring new worlds of advanced technology, spirits and much more.
iCarly – Thursday, July 6th
As Mrs. Benson’s nuptials draw ever closer, Carly is tasked with planning her bachelorette party to the theme of her favorite TV show. iCarly airs Thursday, July 6th on Paramount+.
Episode Description: Carly plans a bachelorette party for Mrs. Benson, based around her favorite show, “Toledo House Flip.”
The Lincoln Lawyer – Thursday, July 6th
Netflix’s exciting legal drama is back for Season 2. This season Mickey’s personal relationships clash intensely with his career as LA’s latest lawyer sensation. The Lincoln Lawyer Season 2 premieres Thursday, July 6th on Netflix.
Series Description: Idealistic lawyer Mickey Haller runs practice out of the back of his Lincoln Town Car, taking on cases big and small across Los Angeles.
The Horror of Dolores Roach – Friday, July 7th
Dolores Roach is newly released from prison and trying to make a go of her massage parlor, but the location isn’t ideal. The venture soon turns to murder and cover-up. The Horror of Dolores Roach premieres Friday, July 7th on Prime Video.
Series Description: Dolores is driven to extremes to sustain her massage parlor located in a stoner friend’s basement.
The Ashley Madison Affair – Friday, July 7th
The website Ashley Madison first started making headlines a few years ago when a list of clients was leaked — revealing many high-profile people. This docuseries takes a deeper look into the website and the scandal. The Ashley Madison Affair airs Friday, July 7th on Hulu.
Episode Description: As online dating takes off, a site aimed at marriage cheats breaks all the rules, using outrageous viral marketing and shameless celebrity take-downs.
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Mads Misasi
Mads is a part-time entertainment journalist and full-time marketing content creator. They love any and all TV Dramas with a few sitcoms mixed in. Join in the fun talking about TV by following them on Twitter: @dorothynyc89.