The TV Cave’s Daily TV Guide: What to Watch on March 12

Grab the remote, cancel your plans, and settle into the couch because tonight’s TV lineup is stacked. From big streaming premieres dropping in the early hours to must-watch primetime drama, reality chaos, and late-night laughs, there’s something for every kind of TV fan. Whether you're diving into a full-season binge or tuning in for a weekly favorite, here’s everything worth watching on March 12.

🌙 Streaming Premieres You Can Start Right Now

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives — Season 4 Premiere

Streaming on Hulu (10-Episode Binge)

The world of #MomTok is getting even messier. Season 4 returns with the sisterhood facing the pressures of rising fame and shifting loyalties.

Taylor’s life takes a wild turn when she’s announced as the newest Bachelorette, sending shockwaves through the group. Meanwhile, Jen and Whitney step into the spotlight with appearances on Dancing with the Stars. Between reality TV fame and friendship drama, the stakes have never been higher.

Expect alliances to shift, secrets to spill, and the influencer world to collide with real-life consequences.

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy — Season 1 Finale

Streaming on Paramount+

The freshman season of this interstellar adventure wraps up with the kind of high-stakes finale fans expect from the franchise.

An old enemy returns, forcing Nahla to confront past mistakes while the cadets and their instructors face a mission that could determine the fate of the Federation. With the future of Starfleet hanging in the balance, the finale promises emotional choices, intense action, and major consequences. Check out our review here.

Virgin River — Season 7 Premiere

Streaming on Netflix (10-Episode Binge)

Back to the cozy chaos of Virgin River.

Mel and Jack are stepping into married life and starting to build the family they’ve always dreamed of, but small-town life never stays simple for long. At the same time, Doc and Hope are determined to protect the town’s clinic from outside forces that threaten its future.

Romance, community drama, and heartfelt moments return as the beloved series kicks off its seventh season.

📺 8:00 PM — Primetime Kicks Off

9-1-1 (ABC)

Eddie and Buck just want to get home to Los Angeles in time for Hen’s birthday, but travel plans go sideways when their flight is cancelled after the National Firefighter Games. The two hit the road instead, and the trip quickly turns chaotic when Buck goes missing along the way.

Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage (CBS)

Georgie’s 21st birthday should be a celebration, but Mandy’s dealing with a rough patch in her career that makes the milestone harder to enjoy than expected.

Law & Order (NBC)

A fashion designer is murdered using a stolen gun, leaving prosecutors with a tricky case built mostly on circumstantial evidence. Price and Maroun must dig into a witness’s private life to uncover the truth and secure a conviction.

Next Level Chef (FOX)

The competition levels up as the Great Room transforms into a full restaurant packed with diners. With three Michelin-starred VIP guests watching closely, the chefs must deliver restaurant-worthy dishes under pressure.

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (Bravo)

Italy brings the drama. Bozoma goes all out for the group’s first night abroad with a lavish event featuring a surprise operatic performance. Meanwhile, Erika questions Sutton’s motives behind her roommate selection, sparking tension before the trip even gets started.

Scrabble (The CW)

Wordplay meets competition as contestants wearing their lettered sweaters and socks race to build winning words for a shot at the $10,000 prize.

👻 8:30 PM — Comedy Break

Ghosts (CBS)

A St. Patrick’s Day staffing crisis at the restaurant opens the door for Hetty to take on a surprising role while she temporarily regains the ability to be seen and heard by the living. Meanwhile, Kyle’s return leads to a hilariously awkward supernatural situation.

🔥 9:00 PM — The Drama Hour

9-1-1: Nashville (ABC)

After rescuing a father and daughter from a terrifying cliffside crash, Taylor receives an invitation to record with a Nashville music legend. At the same time, Blue and Taylor take a major step forward by making their relationship public.

Animal Control (FOX)

Frank accidentally uncovers Emily and Shred’s secret romance during a break-in at city supply. Elsewhere, Victoria and Patel deal with a more personal mission when Patel’s daughter faces a bully at school.

House of Villains (Peacock)

An attempted sabotage flips the script and creates a new power player in the game. As the villains head out to sea, a fragile alliance begins to crack under pressure.

Ladies of London (Bravo)

Myka meets with Kimi and Lottie at Portobello Road to sort through the fallout from a tense dinner. The conversation leads to an uncomfortable realization about Dara and the true nature of their friendship.

Law & Order: SVU (NBC)

What begins as a report of an assault at a celebrity fan convention quickly turns into a murder investigation. Meanwhile, Tynan presents Captain Curry with a career opportunity that could change everything.

Love Story (FX)

Carolyn faces the difficult realities of living in the public eye, while tensions with John’s family threaten to create even deeper cracks in their relationship.

Matlock (CBS)

The team races to prove a landlord’s responsibility after a devastating building collapse leaves several people dead and injured. The case becomes even more complicated when someone close to the team is arrested for jury misconduct.

The Pitt (HBO Max)

Following an incident at a nearby waterpark, the hospital is suddenly flooded with critically injured patients. As chaos unfolds in the ER, Al-Hashimi confronts Robby about simmering tensions.

Trivial Pursuit (The CW)

An archivist and an anthropologist face off across the classic six trivia categories in hopes of winning the $20,000 prize.

🕵️ 9:30 PM — Espionage Comedy

Going Dutch (FOX)

Rick returns to base after taking a break from the CIA, hoping to repair his relationship with Maggie. But when rumors of a mole start circulating, suspicion spreads quickly through the ranks.

🚨 10:00 PM — Late Primetime Drama

Elsbeth (CBS)

When the editor of a famous daily puzzle is murdered during a crossword championship, Elsbeth dives into the competitive world of elite puzzle solvers to find the culprit. The investigation introduces a group of players willing to do anything to win. Steve Buscemi guest stars.

Grey's Anatomy (ABC)

Richard returns to work and is immediately faced with a shocking medical case. Meanwhile, Kavita and Jules prepare for a major presentation, and Bailey shares a difficult conversation with a longtime patient.

The Hunting Party (NBC)

The team hunts a dangerous neuroscientist responsible for disturbing crimes. As the investigation unfolds, Bex suspects the doctor may hold clues to the deeper mysteries surrounding the Pit—and possibly Shane’s past.

🌙 11:00 PM — Late Night TV

The Graham Norton Show — Season 33 Finale (BBC America)

The popular talk show wraps up its season with a stacked lineup. Benicio del Toro, Jennifer Garner, Gordon Ramsay, and Charli XCX join Graham on the couch, with a performance from Foo Fighters closing out the night.

✨ That’s your TV lineup for March 12. Whether you're binging new streaming seasons, catching your favorite dramas, or diving into reality TV chaos, tonight’s schedule delivers plenty of reasons to stay glued to the screen.