What to Watch on TV This Week: Rooster, One Piece, Virgin River, and More!
The week of March 8th is a bit slower than the last few weeks in terms of something new to watch. However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t a few premieres to look out for.
Steve Carrell leads a new comedy called Rooster on HBO and HBO Max, which premieres Sunday. Kurt Russell and Michelle Pfeiffer lead a new Taylor Sheridan drama, The Madison, which makes its debut on Saturday.
Other important premieres include, One Piece and Virgin River. This week we also see the exciting conclusion to the hit new series, Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.
Find our full list of suggestions for What to Watch on TV this week below. Mark your calendars accordingly!
What to Watch on TV This Week:
It’s Not Like That Season 1 Finale – Sunday, March 8th
It’s Not Like That Season 1 Episode 8, “Hope and Peace and Joy and Love,” airs Sunday, March 8th on Prime Video.
Series Description: Freshly divorced Lori and recently widowed minister Malcolm navigate singlehood while questioning if their longstanding bond hints at a romantic future.
Rooster Series Premiere – Sunday, March 8th
Rooster Season 1 Episode 1 premieres Sunday, March 8th at 10/9c on HBO and HBO Max.
Series Description: A comedy set on a college campus centering on an author’s complicated relationship with his daughter.
One Piece Season 2 Premiere – Tuesday, March 10th
One Piece Season 2 premieres Tuesday, March 10th on Netflix.
Season Description: Netflix’s epic high-seas pirate adventure, ONE PIECE, returns for Season 2—unleashing fiercer adversaries and the most perilous quests yet. Luffy and the Straw Hats set sail for the extraordinary Grand Line—a legendary stretch of sea where danger and wonder await at every turn. As they journey through this unpredictable realm in search of the world’s greatest treasure, they’ll encounter bizarre islands and a host of formidable new enemies.
Scarpetta Series Premiere – Wednesday, March 11th
Scarpetta Season 1 premieres Wednesday, March 11th on Prime Video.
Series Description: Scarpetta brings Patricia Cornwell’s iconic literary character to life in a gripping series starring Nicole Kidman as “Dr. Kay Scarpetta.” With skilled hands and an unnerving eye, this unrelenting medical examiner is determined to serve as the voice of the victims, unmask a serial killer, and prove that her career-making case from 28 years prior isn’t also her undoing. Set against the backdrop of modern forensic investigation, the series delves beyond the crime scene to explore the psychological complexities of both perpetrators and investigators, creating a multi-layered thriller that examines the toll of pursuing justice at all costs.
Virgin River Season 7 Premiere – Thursday, March 12th
Virgin River Season 7 premieres Thursday, March 12th on Netflix.
Season Description: Season 7 follows newlyweds Mel and Jack as they navigate married life, adopt a baby, and settle into their farm, while facing new town challenges, including a serious medical investigation into Doc.
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season 1 Finale – Thursday, March 12th
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season 1 Episode 10 airs Thursday, March 12th on Paramount+.
Series Description: Young cadets train to become Starfleet officers as they deal with friendships, rivalries, and romance, all while facing a mysterious threat to both the Academy and the Federation.
Day One Series Premiere – Friday, March 13th
Day One Season 1 premieres Friday, March 13th on Prime Video.
Series Description: Day One follows the story of Ulises Albet, a computer prodigy who left Barcelona and the world of technology after the death of his younger sister. Ten years later, a mysterious call from his former partner and best friend, Samuel Barrera, forces him to return during the Mobile World Congress. Samuel warns him that the world is in danger, leading Ulises to confront his past, technological advances, and the fundamental question: how far can we go without losing what makes us human?
The Madison Series Premiere – Saturday, March 14th
The Madison Season 1 Episodes 1-3, “Pilot/Let the Land Hold Me/Watch Her Fall,” premieres Saturday, March 14th on Paramount+.
Series Description: A New York family’s life unravels after a tragedy; they process their grief while vacationing in rural Montana, where they explore human connection amid their profound sorrow.
Some other Shows to Tune in For This Week:
- Tracker: Sunday, March 8th at 9/8c on CBS.
- Paradise: Monday, March 9th on Hulu.
- St. Denis Medical: Monday, March 9th at 8/7c on NBC.
- High Potential: Tuesday, March 10th at 9/8c on ABC.
- 9-1-1: Thursday, March 12th at 8/7c on ABC.
- The Pitt: Thursday, March 12th at 9/8c on HBO and HBO Max.
- Boston Blue: Friday, March 13th at 10/9c on CBS.
Those are our picks for the week! What are you planning to watch? Share in the comments below!
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Mads Misasi
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