The TV Cave’s Daily TV Guide: What to Watch on January 16

Welcome back to The TV Cave, where your remote control decisions get a whole lot easier. Whether you’re a night owl scrolling for something new to stream or a primetime loyalist settling in with snacks, tonight’s lineup is stacked with scares, laughs, finales, and fierce competition. Let’s break it all down—hour by hour—so you know exactly what deserves your attention.

🌙 Late-Night & Streaming Drops (3:00 AM ET)

If you’re the type who refreshes apps the second new titles hit, this batch is for you.

Black Phone 2 (Peacock)

The phone is ringing again—and it’s not good news. Ethan Hawke’s Grabber isn’t done tormenting Finney and Gwen, even from beyond the grave. Expect eerie callbacks, unsettling visions, and a horror sequel that refuses to let its characters (or viewers) sleep easy.

Coldwater (Paramount+)

Guilt, grief, and a very strange hunting trip take center stage as John’s emotional unraveling deepens. Tommy’s grip tightens, and nothing about this outing feels like fresh air therapy.

How to Lose a Popularity Contest (Tubi)

High school politics get messy in this charming rom-com where an ultra-organized overachiever teams up with a lovable slacker to win student body president. The real competition? Their undeniable chemistry.

The Rip (Netflix)

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon reunite as Miami cops who stumble onto a fortune that could cost them everything. Brotherhood, betrayal, and bad decisions collide in a crime thriller that spirals fast—and hard. Check out our review here.

Twinless (Hulu)

Dylan O’Brien delivers a quietly emotional performance as a young man navigating life after losing his twin. A support group becomes an unexpected lifeline in this heartfelt, offbeat drama.

What Drives You With John Cena – Season 2 (The Roku Channel)

Buckle up for a full-season binge as John Cena hits the road with Saweetie, Charlotte Flair, Kane Brown, and Mookie Betts. Cars, careers, and candid conversations fuel this surprisingly thoughtful ride.

📺 Primetime TV (Starting at 8:00 PM ET)

Ready for the main event? Here’s what’s lighting up the small screen tonight.

Happy’s Place (NBC, 8:00 PM)

Bobbie’s plan to keep Steve busy backfires spectacularly when she accidentally casts herself as his scene partner in a local commercial audition. Awkward rehearsals? Guaranteed.

Power Book IV: Force (STARZ, 8:00 PM)

It’s the end of the road. As retaliation looms and secrets explode, the series finale pulls no punches. Alliances crumble, streets burn, and nothing is left untouched.

RuPaul’s Drag Race (MTV, 8:00 PM)

RDR Live is back, baby! The queens are tasked with bringing the laughs, and guest judge Sarah Sherman is ready to clock every joke that doesn’t land. Comedy, chaos, and charisma—served fresh.

⏰ Later in the Night

Stumble (NBC, 8:30 PM)

Courteney’s nurturing persona is officially retired. After a brutal betrayal, she flips the script and goes full drill sergeant, sending shockwaves through everyone in her orbit.

Nowhere Man (STARZ, 9:30 PM)

In its stateside debut, this gripping drama follows a former mercenary pulled back into violence after witnessing a crime in Johannesburg. PTSD, survival, and impossible choices collide in a tense, character-driven story.

🎬 Final Cave Thoughts

From midnight movie drops to emotional finales and laugh-out-loud competition, tonight proves there’s no wrong way to watch TV—only wrong choices about what to skip. Set your alarms, clear your watchlist, and let The TV Cave guide you through another can’t-miss night on the couch.