The TV Cave’s Daily TV Guide: What to Watch on January 29

Welcome back to The TV Cave, where your remote control never goes unjudged. Whether you’re a night owl chasing prestige drama, a reality junkie living for chaos, or just here to see who’s crying in a confessional tonight, Thursday’s lineup is stacked. Let’s break it down hour by hour so you don’t miss a thing.

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

Insomniacs and early risers, this one’s for you. Several heavy hitters hit streaming overnight, perfect for a before-work binge or a “just one more episode” situation that absolutely turns into four.

Bridgerton (Netflix) The ton is buzzing again. Season 4 kicks off with Benedict Bridgerton stepping into the romantic spotlight after years of dodging expectations. A masquerade ball, a mysterious Lady in Silver, and unresolved family tension? Shondaland understood the assignment.

Gangs of London (AMC+) Elliot’s digging gets dangerous as his investigation slams straight into city hall. Meanwhile, Marian faces a decision that could reshape her fractured family. Nobody’s hands stay clean in this world.

Sanctuary: A Witch’s Tale (AMC+) The Season 2 finale goes all in. With anti-witch legislation officially passed, Sarah, Lachlan, and Harper prepare to leave everything behind. Freedom comes at a cost, and Sanctuary may never be the same.

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy (Paramount+) An existential crisis puts Jay-Den face-to-face with his past and his heritage. Big sci-fi stakes, deeply personal consequences, and classic Trek soul-searching collide.

🔥 Prime Time Starts Strong (8:00 PM ET)

The evening kicks off with network staples and reality TV drama that absolutely refuses to simmer down.

9-1-1 (ABC) Harry’s first day as a rookie doesn’t go smoothly, leaving Chimney questioning everything. Elsewhere, Eddie and Hen are pulled into court over a former patient, reopening wounds that never fully healed.

Law & Order (NBC) A flight investigator’s murder sends Riley and Walker down a complicated path. When Walker’s methods are challenged in court, Price and Maroun are forced to switch strategies fast.

Next Level Chef (FOX) A brand-new season begins with 24 ambitious chefs battling it out across the show’s signature tiers. The pressure is on, the twists are cruel, and someone’s culinary dreams are about to go up in flames.

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (Bravo) Fallout from last night’s revelation continues. Rachel confronts Erika, Kyle listens to Amanda’s emotional truth, and the tension is thick enough to cut with a diamond.

Scrabble (The CW) Letters, strategy, and nerves of steel. A casino dealer and fellow competitors chase the right tiles for a shot at serious cash.

💥 The Drama Escalates (9:00 PM ET)

This is where your DVR starts sweating.

9-1-1: Nashville (ABC) Roxie notices something isn’t right with Don, and he finally opens up about a past that won’t stay buried. Cammie takes her first step toward healing at a grief counseling session that hits close to home.

Animal Control (FOX) Frank’s beloved rescue dog is taken away by Roman Park, and yes, it hurts exactly as much as you think. Meanwhile, Patel’s house sale spirals into chaos.

Law & Order: SVU (NBC) A rescued teen pleads with Benson for help reconnecting with her father. Carisi and CJ take a hard look at the foster care system, and the episode doesn’t pull punches.

The Pitt (HBO Max) With a nearby hospital closed on the busiest day of the year, Robby and his team are pushed to the brink. An influx of patients — including a parkour accident gone wrong — tests everyone’s limits.

The Traitors (Peacock) A bloody banquet rattles the castle. Trust fractures, alliances wobble, and the roundtable becomes a battlefield where nobody feels safe.

Trivial Pursuit (The CW) Two teachers go head-to-head across the iconic categories, chasing bragging rights and a hefty cash prize.

The Valley: Persian Style (Bravo) A surprise arrival in Palm Springs throws the group off balance, and another heated exchange between Golnesa and her ex leaves everyone wondering what just happened.

😄 A Quick Laugh Before the Finale (9:30 PM ET)

Going Dutch (FOX) With the country’s 250th birthday approaching, the base’s celebration is in jeopardy when supplies are delayed. Bureaucracy has never been so stressful — or so funny.

🩺 Late-Night Heavy Hitters (10:00 PM ET)

End the night with emotional gut punches and high-stakes investigations.

Grey’s Anatomy (ABC) Addison Montgomery is back at Grey Sloan, seeking help for a patient with a serious neurological condition. Bailey joins Owen and Blue on a paramedic ride-along that puts them in the middle of real-world chaos.

The Hunting Party (NBC) The team tracks Amanda Weiss, a notorious killer known as “The Masseuse.” The case is chilling, personal, and more twisted than it first appears.

📌 Final Cave Thoughts

Whether you’re swooning at a masquerade ball, yelling at a roundtable, or emotionally recovering from a medical drama twist, Thursday’s lineup delivers across the board. Clear your schedule, charge your devices, and we’ll see you back here tomorrow for another trip into The TV Cave.