If you thought your morning commute was stressful, try being Lukas. While most of us are aggressively caffeinating and wondering if we can get away with wearing sweatpants on a Zoom call, the protagonist of Starz’ newest adrenaline-soaked offering, The Nowhere Man , is busy wrestling with literal and figurative ghosts in the heart of Johannesburg. The series premiere, titled "The Things We Carry," dropped on January 16 and it’s safe to say that Starz has officially entered the "brooding mercenary with a heart of gold" arena with guns blazing. If you’ve been looking for something to fill the John Wick -sized hole in your soul but with more emotional baggage and significantly more South African grit, this is your new Friday night obsession. From Waste Picker to War Machine We meet Lukas (played by the magnetic Bonko Khoza) not in a high-tech bunker but in a landfill. He’s a waste picker, living a life of extreme anonymity to escape a past that clearly involved a lot of high-caliber weaponry and very few HR-approved conflict resolution tactics. The episode title, "The Things We Carry," isn't just a clever nod to Tim O’Brien; it’s a literal description of Lukas’s existence. He carries physical scrap to turn into art for a local shelter and he carries enough PTSD to power a small city. Khoza plays Lukas with a quiet, vibrating intensity that makes you realize he isn’t just "retired", he’s a ticking time bomb trying to pretend he’s a pacifist. Naturally, in the world of TV, "staying out of trouble" lasts about as long as a New Year's resolution. When Lukas witnesses a home invasion, his muscle memory kicks in and the "Nowhere Man" suddenly becomes the "Man Everywhere" as he dismantles a group of attackers with the kind of efficiency that makes you wonder why anyone ever tries to rob anyone in a TV pilot. The Supporting Players: More Than Just Background Noise While Khoza is the anchor, the premiere does a solid job of populating his world without making it feel like a crowded elevator. Naturi Naughton-Lewis stars as Ruby, the operator of a local shelter and Lukas’s primary link to humanity. Naughton-Lewis, who also executive produces, brings a necessary warmth to an otherwise bleak landscape. She’s the one telling Lukas he can be more than his scars, even if we all know he’s about three minutes away from a high-speed chase. Then there’s Neo (Dineo Rasedile), whose connection to the escalating violence suggests that Lukas’s attempt at a quiet life was doomed from the opening credits. The chemistry between the cast is palpable and the South African setting provides a visceral, dusty backdrop that feels far more authentic than the usual "generic urban city" tropes we see in American action dramas. Action with an Actual Pulse Let’s talk about the stunts. The Nowhere Man doesn't rely on shaky-cam to hide bad choreography. The fight sequences in "The Things We Carry" are crisp, brutal and surprisingly grounded. Lukas doesn't feel like a superhero. The takeaway? It’s a show about a man who wants to be left alone but is too good at killing people to ever actually get his wish. It’s a classic trope, sure, but the execution here is top-tier. The pacing of the premiere is relentless, barely giving the audience (or Lukas) time to breathe before the next threat emerges from the shadows of his former life. Torch it or Tomb it? If you’re into gritty cinematography, complex anti-heroes and watching bad guys get their comeuppance in increasingly creative ways, "The Things We Carry" is a stellar start to the season. It manages to balance the high-octane action with a genuine sense of sorrow for its lead character. Lukas isn't just carrying weapons; he’s carrying a soul that’s been through the shredder and we’re definitely sticking around to see if he can stitch it back together. For more deep dives into your favorite shows and the latest casting news, keep your eyes locked on The TV Cave. Whether you’re here for the recaps or the news, we’ve got you covered. The Nowhere Man airs Fridays on Starz.

New premieres, big finales, prestige drama, football chaos, and cozy comfort TV—Sunday is doing the absolute most. Whether you’re here for dragons, docuseries nightmares, or a Hallmark hug, we’ve mapped out exactly what’s worth your time. Settle in. Remote in hand. Let’s go hour by hour. 🌙 Late Night & Streaming Drops (3:00 AM ET) Landman  (Season 2 Finale) Paramount+ It’s end-of-season reckoning time. Tommy tries to get his footing after everything goes sideways, while the Norris family rallies together—because nothing says stability like regrouping after total chaos. The Night Manager Prime Video The walls close in as Pine finally gets the evidence he needs to expose a dangerous international scheme. Trust is evaporating, enemies are circling, and nobody is sleeping easy—least of all Matthew Ellis. 🏈 Afternoon Action (3:00 PM ET) NFL Divisional Playoffs NBC & ABC Football Sunday is locked and loaded with two major matchups: Texans vs. Patriots  at 3 PM ET Rams vs. Bears  at 6 PM ET Postseason pressure, season-defining moments, and zero room for mistakes. Even casual fans might want to peek. 🌟 Prime Time Picks (8:00 PM ET) Miss Scarlet PBS A messy divorce rocks polite society when private details—and a very valuable racehorse—vanish into thin air. Scandal, secrets, and sleuthing? Yes, please. When Calls the Heart Hallmark Channel Elizabeth welcomes a fresh batch of students while Nathan and Bill chase answers tied to a wildfire. Heartfelt moments meet frontier-style suspense. 🔥 The 9 PM Power Hour (9:00 PM ET) All Creatures Great and Small PBS James pays a visit to a nurse to help one of her rescue dogs and somehow walks away with an X-ray machine. As one does. Cozy comfort TV at its finest. The Hillside Strangler   (Series Premiere) MGM+ This chilling docuseries revisits 1970s Los Angeles, where a terrifying predator targeted young women and left their bodies in public spaces. Disturbing, haunting, and not for the faint of heart. Industry HBO A birthday party becomes a pressure cooker as Yasmin brings work into personal territory. Meanwhile, Harper seizes an opportunity to dig deeper—and possibly stir trouble. Worst Cooks in America Food Network Celebrity contestants attempt poolside dishes before being thrown into the deep end with crab cakes and seafood curry. Chaos is guaranteed. Culinary redemption? TBD. 🐉 Late-Night Heavy Hitters (10:00 PM ET) A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms   (Series Premiere) HBO Westeros expands again. This new fantasy series follows two unlikely heroes navigating destiny, danger, and powerful enemies long before the events you already know. Swords, secrets, and slow-burn legend building start here. Bookish PBS The investigation into Harkup’s death deepens as unsettling new evidence emerges. The mystery grows darker—and far more complicated. The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins   (Special Premiere) NBC A disgraced former football star teams up with an acclaimed filmmaker to reclaim his public image. Tracy Morgan and Daniel Radcliffe headline this sharp, offbeat new comedy experiment. 📌 TV Cave’s Watchlist Verdict Must-Watch:   A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms , Industry , NFL Playoffs Comfort Zone:   All Creatures Great and Small , When Calls the Heart Dark & Disturbing:   The Hillside Strangler Laugh Therapy:   Worst Cooks in America , Reggie Dinkins

Too many shows. Not enough time. Don’t panic — The TV Cave  has your couch plans covered. From buzzy finales and prestige dramas to reality must see tv and true-crime chills, here’s everything worth pressing play on this week. 🔥 SUNDAY, JANUARY 18 — Big Finales & Bigger Crimes 🎬 Landman  — Season 2 Finale (Paramount+) The oil-soaked drama wraps up its second season, promising hard choices, fractured alliances, and at least one moment that will have fans yelling at their TVs. 🕘 The Hillside Strangler  (MGM+) This haunting four-part docuseries revisits the murders that terrified Los Angeles, featuring unsettling new insights and rare access that makes this a must-watch for true-crime devotees. 🕙 The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins  (NBC) Tracy Morgan flexes his dramatic muscles as a disgraced former football star trying to rewrite his legacy — with Daniel Radcliffe stealing scenes as the filmmaker tasked with telling the truth. 🕙 A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms  (HBO) Westeros expands once more. Set long before the events we know, this fantasy epic follows Ser Duncan the Tall and his young squire on an adventure that’s lighter, warmer, and just as dangerous. 🏈 MONDAY, JANUARY 19 — Reality Courtrooms & Championship Energy 📺 Hidden Assets  — Season 3 (Acorn TV) International intrigue and financial crimes return as the slick crime drama digs deeper into corruption and consequences. ⚖️ Judy Justice  — Season 4 (Prime Video) Judge Judy’s no-nonsense courtroom continues to deliver swift verdicts and sharper side-eye. 🕢 College Football Playoff National Championship (ESPN) The biggest night in college football crowns a champion — expect drama, pageantry, and unforgettable plays. 🎥 Hoops, Hopes & Dreams  (Hulu) A powerful documentary short examining how basketball helped bridge communities through the influence of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and President Barack Obama. 🔍 TUESDAY, JANUARY 20 — True Crime & Talent Wars 🧠 Handsome Devil: The Charming Killer  (Paramount+) This chilling docuseries explores how a brutal murder case spiraled into viral obsession — and what that says about society’s darker fascinations. 🤼 WWE: Unreal  — Season 2 (Netflix) Go beyond the ring as the hit series returns with bigger personalities, tougher rivalries, and behind-the-scenes drama. 🌟 Star Search  (Netflix) — 9 PM The iconic talent competition is back with live performances, real-time voting, and Anthony Anderson at the helm. It airs Tuesday and  Wednesday, so nobody misses their moment. ✨ WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21 — Emotional Goodbyes & High-Stakes Thrills ⚡ Percy Jackson and the Olympians  — Season 2 Finale (Disney+) The demigod journey hits a major turning point as Percy faces his toughest challenges yet. 🧡 Queer Eye  — Final Season (Netflix) Say goodbye to the Fab Five as they deliver one last round of life-changing transformations and heartfelt conversations. 🔐 Steal  (Prime Video) Sophie Turner stars in this tense crime thriller about an ordinary woman caught in an extraordinary hostage situation. 🕘 The Beauty  (FX) From Ryan Murphy comes a glossy, terrifying thriller about perfection, power, and the deadly cost of chasing both. 😱 Fear Factor: House of Fear  (Fox) — 9 PM The stunts escalate as contestants face new nightmares in this pulse-pounding competition series. 🎥 Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart  (Netflix) Elizabeth Smart tells her own story in this deeply personal and devastating documentary. 🍿 THURSDAY, JANUARY 22 — Reality Chaos Meets Comedy Legends 🌊 Canada Shore  (Paramount+) The Shore franchise heads north with a new group of singles ready to party, clash, and hook up all summer long. ⛸️ Finding Her Edge  (Netflix) A feel-good skating drama about second chances, old flames, and chasing dreams back onto the ice. 😂 Free Bert  (Netflix) Bert Kreischer brings maximum chaos as a hilariously unfiltered dad trying — and failing — to fit into an elite school community. 🔥 Hell’s Kitchen  — Season 24 Finale (Fox) — 8 PM Only one chef survives Gordon Ramsay’s wrath. Knives out. 🎭 Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!  (HBO) A two-night celebration of the legendary filmmaker’s life, friendships, and unforgettable comedy legacy. 🧩 Scrabble  — Season 2 (The CW) — 8 PM ❓ Trivial Pursuit  — Season 2 (The CW) — 9 PM Classic games get modern twists, now with Craig Ferguson bringing extra charm to Scrabble. 🎥 Disneyland Handcrafted  (Disney+) A love letter to the artists and builders who turned Walt Disney’s impossible dream into reality. 🎤 FRIDAY, JANUARY 23 — Live Events & Prestige Picks 🕗 Nowhere Man  (Starz) The mystery deepens as the gripping thriller returns with its second episode. 🧗 Skyscraper Live  (Netflix) Alex Honnold attempts a jaw-dropping climb up one of the world’s tallest skyscrapers — live. No second takes. No safety net. 🕙 Real Time with Bill Maher  — Season 24 (HBO) The political talk show returns with new debates, sharper jokes, and timely conversations. 🎥 Movie Night Options Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie  (Peacock) The Smashing Machine  (HBO Max) Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere  (Hulu) 🌍 SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 — Nature at Its Most Epic 🐆 Planet Earth: Kingdom  (BBC America) — 8 PM Sir David Attenborough narrates a breathtaking look at predator and prey living in delicate balance within Zambia’s river valleys. 📌 Final Verdict from The TV Cave Whether you’re chasing dragons, courtroom drama, reality chaos, or edge-of-your-seat documentaries, this week’s TV lineup is stacked. Clear your watchlist, charge the remote, and we’ll see you back here tomorrow for more must-watch moments.

Fire Country  is about to experience a major behind-the-scenes shake-up. Tia Napolitano, the creative powerhouse who has helmed the CBS firefighter drama since its debut in 2022, is set to leave the show at the conclusion of Season 4. Her departure marks the end of an era for a series that has become a staple of Friday night television, balancing heart-pounding action with tear-jerking family drama. Since its premiere, Fire Country  has distinguished itself with high-stakes firefighting storylines, emotionally resonant character arcs and enough plot twists to rival a wildfire spreading through a dry forest. Napolitano’s leadership has been central to this formula, shepherding the show through four successful seasons while helping it carve out a loyal fan base. Her fingerprints are all over the series’ signature blend of intensity and humanity, making her exit all the more significant for both fans and the cast. CBS executives have praised Napolitano for her instrumental role in shaping Fire Country  into one of the network’s most dependable hits. Under her guidance, the show has not only delivered strong ratings but has also laid the groundwork for expansion with Sheriff Country. Napolitano herself has expressed deep gratitude to the cast, crew and fans for what she calls “an incredible ride,” and we couldn't agree more. While the network has yet to announce her replacement, the change in leadership naturally raises questions about the show’s future direction. Season 4 is already testing fans’ nerves with cliffhangers, intense emotional beats and the kind of tension that keeps viewers glued to their screens. With new episodes returning on February 27th, fans will soon see how Fire Country  navigates this transition while keeping the flames of drama and heroism burning bright. Napolitano’s exit closes a major chapter in the Fire Country  saga but opens the door for fresh creative sparks. Whether the show continues to thrive or undergoes a dramatic shift, one thing is certain: Edgewater’s firefighters are far from done making us sweat and cheer.

Netflix’s The Rip  arrives with the kind of pedigree that immediately sets expectations. Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, reunited once again, leading a gritty crime thriller about cops, cash and collapsing loyalties? On paper, it sounds like it could easily fall into familiar genre territory. Another mystery you solve ten minutes in. Another “one last job” story dressed up with star power. That’s exactly why The Rip  ends up being such a pleasant surprise. Directed by Joe Carnahan, The Rip  follows Damon’s Dane and Affleck’s Byrne, two seasoned detectives assigned to a TNT unit, a specialized team handling high-level drug busts. Their job is straightforward: hit stash houses, disrupt operations and keep things moving before the next crisis hits. Alongside teammates played by Teyana Taylor, Steven Yeun, and Catalina Sandino Moreno, the unit stumbles upon what should be a routine bust… until it isn’t. The discovery of a stash house loaded with massive amounts of illegal cash is where The Rip  shifts gears. The money itself isn’t just a plot device; it’s a catalyst. Once that kind of cash enters the picture and outside forces get wind of it, the pressure becomes relentless. Suddenly, every look lingers too long. Every decision feels questionable. Trust, the one thing cops rely on most starts to fracture. What The Rip  does particularly well is lean into paranoia. This isn’t a film obsessed with flashy twists for shock value. Instead, it lets suspicion simmer. Teammates you’ve trusted with your life begin to feel off and the film smartly allows the audience to share that discomfort. You’re constantly reassessing who’s solid and who might be playing their own game. The result is a tense, fast-moving thriller that keeps you guessing far longer than expected. Damon and Affleck are the engine that makes it all work. At this point, their chemistry is effortless and The Rip  knows exactly how to use it. Their back-and-forth feels lived-in, particularly when Dane and Byrne butt heads. Those moments of friction are some of the film’s most engaging scenes, grounding the story in character rather than just plot mechanics. You believe these guys have history, shared wins, shared losses and very different ways of handling what’s spiraling out of control. The supporting cast is strong across the board. Steven Yeun brings a quiet intensity that adds another layer of uncertainty, while Catalina Sandino Moreno brings a steady presence that contrasts nicely with the mounting chaos. And then there’s Teyana Taylor who, frankly, is everywhere right now. She continues her impressive run here, making the most of her screen time and leaving you wishing there was more of her. The film gives her enough moments to stand out, but not quite enough to fully explore what she brings to the team. THE RIP. (L to R) Ben Affleck as Detective Sergeant J.D. Byrne, Teyana Taylor as Detective Numa Baptiste, Steven Yeun as Detective Mike Ro, Catalina Sandino Moreno as Detective Lolo Salazar, Matt Damon as Lieutenant Dane Dumars and Sasha Calle as Desi in The Rip. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2025. From a writing standpoint, The Rip  is sharp. The script understands pacing, letting tension build without bogging the story down in unnecessary exposition. Information is revealed at the right moments and the film resists the urge to over-explain itself. That restraint pays off, especially as the story barrels toward its final act. Even when you think you’ve figured things out, the film finds ways to keep you second-guessing right up until the end. Visually and tonally, The Rip  fits comfortably into the gritty crime thriller mold, but it never feels lazy about it. Carnahan keeps the momentum tight, the stakes clear and the atmosphere appropriately uneasy. It’s not reinventing the genre, but it doesn’t need to. What it offers instead is a well-crafted, actor-driven thriller that understands why these stories work in the first place. Ultimately, The Rip  succeeds because it knows exactly what kind of movie it is. It’s a smart, tense, occasionally nasty crime thriller powered by strong performances, solid writing and a growing sense of dread. Damon and Affleck deliver, the ensemble keeps things unpredictable and the story stays engaging without overstaying its welcome. It’s a great popcorn movie; the kind you throw on expecting something disposable and end up genuinely locked in until the credits roll. For fans of crime dramas, The Rip  is well worth the watch and proof that sometimes, even familiar setups can still surprise you. The Rip streams on Netflix on January 16th.

Netflix is once again turning up the heat. Culinary Class Wars , the buzzy Korean cooking competition that’s become comfort food for reality TV obsessives has officially been renewed for Season 3 and the streaming giant is shaking things up in a big way. This time, it’s no longer every chef for themselves. Season 3 is going full-on team warfare and honestly? That’s exactly what this show was built for. After two seasons of individual chefs battling it out for culinary supremacy, Netflix has confirmed that Culinary Class Wars  Season 3 will adopt a team-based format , with chefs competing as part of restaurant crews rather than lone wolves. Think less “solo genius under pressure” and more “group chat meltdown during dinner service.” For a series already known for high-stakes cooking challenges and razor-sharp judging, the shift feels both inevitable and deliciously messy. The new format will reportedly feature teams of four chefs from the same restaurant , forcing contestants to rely on chemistry, leadership and coordination, not just who can plate the prettiest dish under a ticking clock. It’s a smart evolution for a show that’s always leaned into the culture and hierarchy of professional kitchens, where teamwork isn’t optional and egos are often the first thing to hit the floor. The team-based structure opens the door to deeper storytelling. Alliances matter more. Mistakes hit harder. And when a dish fails, there’s no hiding behind individual immunity. If Seasons 1 and 2 were about personal ambition, Season 3 looks poised to explore loyalty, strategy and the kind of simmering tension that makes reality TV compulsively watchable. Netflix hasn’t announced a premiere date yet, but casting is already underway. The original production team is also returning, which should reassure fans worried that the format shift might dilute the show’s signature intensity. If anything, it sounds like the pressure cooker just got smaller and hotter. With Culinary Class Wars  Season 3, Netflix is betting that teamwork, rivalry and restaurant pride will keep viewers glued to their screens. If the past seasons taught us anything, it’s that great food television thrives on conflict, creativity and a little controlled disaster. And now that the chefs are fighting as teams? Consider this war officially upgraded. Hungry yet?

Actress Kianna Underwood a former Nickelodeon child star best known for her work on the television series All That  was killed in a hit and run incident in Brooklyn early Friday morning according to law enforcement officials. The fatal collision occurred on January 16th in the Brownsville neighborhood and remains under investigation by the New York Police Department. Police said Underwood who was 33 years old was crossing the street at an intersection shortly before 7 a.m. when she was struck by a black SUV traveling through the area. Emergency medical responders arrived shortly after the collision and pronounced Underwood dead at the scene. No arrests have been made and police have not yet identified the vehicles or drivers involved. Authorities are reviewing surveillance footage from the surrounding area and continue to seek information from the public. Investigators stated that video evidence shows the SUV dragging Underwood for a distance before she was dislodged and left in the roadway near a nearby intersection. Police have not released further details regarding the speed of the vehicles or whether traffic signals were involved at the time of the crash. Kianna Underwood rose to prominence as a child actress in the early 2000s. She appeared in multiple episodes of Nickelodeon’s long running sketch comedy series All That  during its 2005 season. She also provided voice work for the animated series Little Bill  where she voiced the character Fuchsia Glover for several seasons. In addition to her television work Underwood performed on stage including a role in the national tour of the musical Hairspray  portraying the character Little Inez. Police confirmed that the case is being handled by the NYPD Highway District Collision Investigation Squad. Anyone with information regarding the incident or the vehicle involved has been urged to contact authorities. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.

The episode kicks off with any business owner’s nightmare – a bad online review. Eager to find out who the unhappy customer might be, Riley becomes hyper focused to draw them out of hiding. To help relieve the stress, Georgia starts writing positive reviews with lackluster help from Carter, Gabriel and Stitch (good luck to Renee from Temecula). Meanwhile, Pete, an old high school friend of Matt, visits the shop. Like many reunions, it’s filled with memories of teenage shenanigans and current day updates. Matt shares he is a widower; Pete lets him know that he has a husband. Instead of the awkward pause, Matt surprises Pete by saying, “everyone knew” – he loved Boy George and was in the choir. With an open spirit of acceptance, Pete invites Matt and Riley to his husband’s art gallery show. Worried that Matt might not be able to navigate the night, Riley suggests he say, “hmm, food for thought,” to avoid any awkward moments. To everyone’s surprise, Pete’s husband, Damien, needed the phrase more than anyone else. Damien is the ultimate snarky snob, which felt a bit over the top. Reeking of elitism, this character was overdrawn to make Matt feel inadequate. How do you stand up for yourself without sounding like a bully? Even though Pete apologized for his husband’s behavior, Matt was ready to do an Irish goodbye. Before he left, Matt did share that as a custom car designer, he made dreams come true while Damien on the other hand displayed people’s work. The story arc on stereotypes was a good subject matter to explore. I do think the execution needed to be sharper. It felt tangled up in the writing and the scene was choppy with limited transitions. I think it was missing the jokes per line which made the pace out of sequence. By the end of the episode, we see Matt and Damien bond over restaurants with no kids allowed (my dream date). Riley finally learns that reviewer AJ89 is Andy, a cute customer played by Jesse Williams who has a disgruntled daughter who's been writing reviews. Apparently, Andy’s daughter is fed up with stopping at the coffee shop every morning because her dad has a crush. With a sparkle and a smile, Riley is happy with the turn of events and agrees to go on a date. Andy is excited and worried because he knows this will not go well with his daughter. Nothing more dangerous than a teenager with a cell phone. Starring Tim Allen and Kat Dennings, Shifting Gears airs on ABC Wednesday nights, stream next day on HULU.

New movies, reality TV drama, playoff football, and a very late-night Studio 8H visit—Saturday’s TV lineup is stacked from pre-dawn streaming drops to midnight laughs. Whether you’re here for prestige drama, guilty-pleasure romance, or high-stakes sports, we’ve got your couch covered. Grab the remote. Let’s break it down. 🌙 Streaming Before Sunrise (Yes, Really) A Big Bold Beautiful Journey Streaming at 3:00 AM ET | Netflix If you’re up way too late (or way too early), Netflix drops this sweeping romantic adventure starring Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell. Two strangers cross paths and wind up reliving pivotal moments from their pasts, leading to a journey that’s equal parts emotional, introspective, and visually lush. Ideal for night owls who love a good “what if?” story. Love Island: All Stars — Season 3 Premiere Streaming at 3:00 AM ET | Peacock The villa doors swing open again. Fan-favorite UK Islanders return for another chance at romance—and a hefty cash prize. Familiar faces, unresolved tension, and messy flirtations? Yes please. Expect sparks, shade, and absolutely zero chill. 🏈 Saturday Afternoon Football Fever NFL Divisional Playoffs 4:30 PM ET | CBS & FOX The road to the championship heats up with two massive matchups: Buffalo Bills vs. Denver Broncos  (CBS, 4:30 PM ET) San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks  (FOX, 8:00 PM ET) Playoff intensity, high stakes, and no margin for error. Even casual fans may want to tune in—this is where legends are made. 🔥 Prime Time Picks (8:00 PM ET) AEW: Collision TNT Saturday night wrestling brings big hits and bigger grudges. Hangman Page teams up with JetSpeed to face The Opps, while Marina Shafir steps into the ring against Zayda Steel. Expect crowd energy, and at least one moment that makes you gasp. I Am Mary Jo Buttafuoco Lifetime | Movie Premiere True-crime drama takes center stage in this intense retelling of the shocking case involving Mary Jo Buttafuoco. Chloe Lanier portrays a woman fighting to survive after being shot by her husband’s teenage mistress. Heavy, emotional, and very much in Lifetime’s wheelhouse. Love on the Amazon Hallmark Channel | Movie Premiere Need a tonal palate cleanser? Hallmark delivers romance with a tropical twist. A woman travels to Brazil and enlists a charming riverboat captain to help her deliver an important message for her sister. Scenic views, soft smiles, and love finding a way—just as expected. 💰 Reality With Real Consequences Maxxed Out 9:00 PM ET | OWN Financial coach Leah Collins steps in to help a young woman drowning in secret debt while challenging her mother to stop enabling the problem. Emotional, practical, and refreshingly honest—this one hits close to home. 🔍 Late-Night True Crime 48 Hours 10:00 PM ET | CBS A Pennsylvania man claims his wife’s death was the result of a tragic accident involving a gun. Investigators aren’t convinced. The episode dives deep into conflicting stories and unsettling details that keep you guessing until the end. 🎤 Very Late Night TV Saturday Night Live 11:30 PM ET | NBC Finn Wolfhard takes on hosting duties, bringing his signature charm to Studio 8H, while A$AP Rocky hits the stage as musical guest. Sketches, surprises, and at least one moment that will dominate social media by morning. 🛋️ Final Cave Thoughts From reality TV reunions to playoff football and buzzy movie premieres, Saturday’s TV lineup truly has something for every mood. Whether you’re bingeing, background-watching, or fully locked in, The TV Cave has you covered—every day, every genre, every screen. Check back tomorrow for your next daily TV guide 🖤📺

Huge News: Willow and Michael meet at the Bad Jen Cafe to discuss what to do with their kids if Willow’s found guilty. She gets the call and the jury’s in and has reached a verdict.  Everyone returns to court. Willow is found Not Guilty! This is what has happened throughout the week Trina and Kai tell Alexis they know who shot Congressman Cain, Molly and Cody elevate their relationship, Jacinda impresses Wiley and Michael with her gaming skills, Willow doesn’t reveal how much she truly hates Drew, Tracy starts a new/old fam tradition and tells them about the court-order directing Drew to return the stolen fam possessions. Uri almost body slams Drew and Martin, Sidwell tells Jordan Drew is becoming a liability, Anna’s health is suffering, Dante and Jack talk about PCPD evidence. Trina tells Curtis why she’s still attending the courtroom drama, Valentin asks Carly to search Jack’s room, Nina vents to Ava about Willow’s inability to part with Drew, Marco threatens Britt, Curtis and Jordan flirt in court. ADA Turner and Alexis gave compelling closing arguments. Alexis and Sonny have a talk about her implicating Michael in Drew’s shooting. Brad confronts Jason.  Anna’s escape is thwarted by “Him”/Director Callum. This is the guy heading up the Faison research project. Even Sidwell fears him a little. Anna wakes with a nosebleed, Carly freaks out about Valentin being nearly caught, Jason and Britt go out on a real date but is he playing Britt? Joss and Carly have a Girl’s Night, James gets hurt again and Nathan has to set boundaries for him,Tracy and Martin agree to a truce thanks to Laura, Brook Lynn and Chase vow their love again, Emma and Gio take their relationship to a new level. Emma declares her college major and Gio decides to return to PCU.  Cullum tries to get all of Jack’s WSB information on Faison, but Jack refuses. Liesl Obrecht surprises Anna when she comes to take care of her and calls her by her alias, “Scarecrow”. Is this really Liesl? Anna’s being mind-controlled. Trina and Kai confront Alexis in her office asking why she did nothing about Willow’s guilt. Chase and Dante discuss his actions in helping Willow. Chase owns up to all he’s done. Anna wakes and is now being tormented by Faison’s voice over the PA System and the smell of his lit cigar on the table. She's being brainwashed but by whom? General Hospital Highlights, Week 12-16 Jan 2026, S63 E83-87: Trina and Kai tell Alexis that Willow shot Drew. They explain how they know. Alexis introduces doubt, and says she won’t do anything about it. She recommends they not go to the police, or they will be implicated. Molly and Cody finally officially become girlfriend and boyfriend.  Tracy reintroduces and hosts the Quartermaine tradition of fam happy hour. Willow low-key tolerates Drew. Nina definitely hates him and tells Willow she won’t need Drew. Jacinda easily becomes a part of Michael, Wiley and Amelia’s fam. Ned tells the Quartermaines about his heart attack and how Drew walked away. They confront Drew and Martin, and Olivia threatens to shoot him. Uri impressively prevents Drew and Martin from storming into the Quartermaine home. Tracy realizes Martin was the one who ratted her out about Michael’s alibi. Marco tells Britt to speed up her work on Faison’s project. He tells her to move into Wyndemere. Anna’s health is deteriorating. She tells Pascal she needs regular blood treatments. He tells Sidwell. Dante asks Jack if the WSB tampered with the PCPD traffic cam footage. Jack denies it. Dante informs ADA Turner, and she directs him to find the leak in their department. Drew continues manipulating Willow. Willow’s not ready to break up with him. Alexis tells Diane that Willow’s guilty, and she can’t defend her anymore. She shows Diane the evidence, and detailed information. Diane advises her against this. Valentin convinces Carly to search Jack’s room for incriminating documents. She finds something, but can’t leave. She overhears Britt venting to Jack.  Jack declares his love to Carly after he almost shoots her.  Ava goes to see Sidwell at Wyndemere. She tells him about Valentin. Valentin searches Wyndemere. Ava catches him, but disappears before she returns with Pascal.   ADA Turner and Alexis gave convincing closing statements in court. Alexis lied. Anna fools Pascal and almost frees herself. She is overpowered by “Him”.  Britt waylays Jack outside his hotel room, and vents about Sidwell and her Faison project research. Alexis and Sonny discuss what she did in court to make Michael look guilty. She did it all to protect Scout from Drew and Willow.  Elizabeth and Jason talk about Willow and who shot Drew. Jason shares how Drew is tormenting Danny. Elizabeth knows Scout misses her brother.  Brad asks Jason to stay away from Britt. She walks off with Jason, who later asks her out on a date. “Him”/Director Cullum finally makes an appearance. He scares Pascal and even Sidwell. Ava passes out again, but this time Pascal leaves without checking on her. She wakes but has a nose bleed. Carly and Valentin compare notes after their clandestine searches were nearly discovered. Valentin’s not pleased with what Carly found. Carly starts freaking out when Valentin says Ava saw him. He plans to revisit Spoon Island where Sidwell’s hiding something big.  James injured himself ice skating with Lulu. Nathan helps him as his father. Nathan asks Lulu for advice to stop the reckless behavior. Director Cullum tells Jack Anna left voluntarily due to Faison. Emma and Gio get together at her grandmother’s apartment. Gio consoles her because she really misses her grandma. She’s worried about her. They both decide to return to college. Gio has to ask for financial help from his Grandpa Sonny. Emma wants to become a veterinarian.  Tracy asks Chase if he’s cheating on Brook Lynn. She chastises him about his Willow-obsessed behavior. Joss and Carly have a Girl’s Night out. Jason and Britt go out on a date and end up at the same place as Carly and Joss. Jason and Britt actually have fun together. Is Jason setting her up? Martin tells Laura he overheard Tracy and Michael talking about lying to the court. He was the one who informed on them. Laura demands he stop fighting with Tracy. Laura invites Tracy to her office. She tells her to move forward with her fraud charges against Martin. Tracy says she can’t do that because it would affect Ronny. Laura tells them both how much they mean to her. She needs them to stop fighting. Tracy and Martin agree to a truce.  Carly desperately tries to warn Jason about Britt and her secretive, shady work. Cullum tells Jack he’s there to get him back on track. He needs an update on all his Faison findings. Jack briefs him and Cullum is not satisfied. Jack refuses to give more information. Jack will focus on Spoon Island, he tells Cullum to find Anna. Brook Lynn tells Chase he needs to stay away from Willow. She doesn’t trust her, and tells him Willow is taking advantage of him. He tells Brook Lynn she must think he’s a fool. Chase vows to Brook Lynn that he will never let anything come between them. Nathan sets boundaries for James. James realizes his Mom would have said the same thing. He apologizes to Lulu. Anna wakes to someone taking her blood pressure. She tells them she needs to see a doctor. It’s Liesl Obrecht and she tells Anna she knows all about her, and uses her alias “Scarecrow”, shocking Anna. Liesl tells her she has polycythemia vera. Anna needs to reduce her red blood cell count. Liesl says she’s her doctor now. Anna doesn’t see her as an enemy. Anna was dreaming. Pascal talks to the woman outside, as she tells him Anna was convinced she was talking to Liesl. Pascal tells her she’s ready for the next phase. Trina blasts Alexis for not giving up Willow. Kai asks if Alexis really believes them. Alexis confirms she believes them. Alexis tells them it’s the prosecution's job to prove Willow’s guilt. Alexis does say she will help Kai and Trina if they need a lawyer. She advises them not to do anything until they get the verdict. Trina’s worried about Michael being charged next. Liesl goes to see Britt and encourages her to retake her position of power from Portia. Does Liesl have a twin because this person is different from the crazed one caring for Anna. She wants to support Rocco on his hockey team. Britt finally decides to distance herself from Rocco. Michael tells Willow he will let her speak and see Wiley and Amelia as much as possible if she goes to prison. Willow asks what happens if she doesn’t go to prison. Nina and Drew argue about who takes care of Willow. Chase is still stubbornly focused on making Michael guilty for shooting Drew. He can’t believe Willow is innocent.  Anna’s being brainwashed, mind-controlled, reprogrammed, etc! It’s Working Fast! As the gavel falls and Willow walks free, Port Charles is left grappling with the cost of buried truths and dangerous lies. Alexis’s choice to protect one life may have placed many others in jeopardy, while Drew’s grip on Willow tightens and suspicion continues to circle Michael. Meanwhile, Anna’s terrifying descent into psychological manipulation signals that the Faison nightmare is far from over, with forces even Sidwell fears pulling the strings. Families may be mending, romances rekindling, and traditions revived, but beneath the surface, alliances are fracturing and the next reckoning promises to be far more devastating than any verdict.

CBS’s Matlock  revival has quietly become one of those shows you start watching “out of curiosity” and then aggressively defend in group chats. Now the Kathy Bates–led legal drama is adding another reason to tune in: Edwin Hodge is officially set to guest star on Matlock  Season 2 and the casting feels like a smart, slightly sneaky flex. Hodge, best known to TV fans for his run on FBI: Most Wanted  and roles in The Terminal List , is stepping into the Matlock  universe as Langston, a character described as brilliant, charming and just self-assured enough to be mildly irritating. Think: the guy who shows up late, knows he’s late and still wins the room. In a series that thrives on intellectual sparring and moral gray areas, that’s catnip. What makes this guest spot especially intriguing is how well Hodge fits the tone Matlock  has been cultivating. The reboot isn’t interested in being a dusty nostalgia play; it’s sharp, contemporary and occasionally a little mischievous. Kathy Bates anchors the series with a performance that’s equal parts warmth and quiet menace and the supporting cast has consistently risen to meet her energy. There’s also a fun bit of real-life crossover here. Hodge’s appearance reunites him on screen with Skye P. Marshall, who plays Olympia and happens to be his real-life wife. The show hasn’t spilled details on whether their characters will share scenes, but let’s be honest: if the writers don’t capitalize on that chemistry, it would be a missed opportunity of legal-drama proportions. Matlock  Season 2 is shaping up to lean harder into character-driven storytelling and guest stars like Hodge suggest the show is confident enough to bring in strong personalities without losing focus. His résumé signals gravitas, but his screen presence always carries a wink, exactly the vibe Matlock  has been flirting with since episode one. As CBS continues to build out the second season, Edwin Hodge’s guest role adds another layer of anticipation to a show that’s already punching above its reboot weight. Whether Langston is ally, antagonist or lovable chaos agent remains to be seen, but one thing’s clear: Matlock  Season 2 just got a little more interesting. And yes, we’ll be watching. The series returns to CBS on February 26.

NBC is betting big on laughs this winter and the network’s first official promo for The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins  makes one thing clear: this is not your standard “redemption arc” sitcom. With the trailer and first-look images now out in the wild, the upcoming comedy is positioning itself as a sharp, self-aware take on fame, failure and the awkward road back to relevance. The newly released trailer gives viewers a solid sense of the show’s comedic DNA. The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins  centers on a once-famous figure whose spectacular downfall is matched only by his relentless (and occasionally delusional) attempts at a comeback. The promo leans into cringe humor, industry satire and the uncomfortable moments that come with trying to rewrite your own narrative while the world keeps receipts. Visually, the first-look images reinforce that tone. The key art presents Reggie front and center, framed in a way that screams “former star clinging to the spotlight.” There’s a glossy, almost ironic sheen to the imagery, suggesting the show knows exactly what it’s parodying: celebrity culture, comeback stories, and the entertainment industry’s short memory. NBC clearly wants viewers to laugh with the show and occasionally at it. Scheduling-wise, the network is giving The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins  a high-profile introduction. The series will premiere with a special airing following an NFL playoff game on Sunday, Jan. 18 at 10 p.m. / 7p.m PT , a move that signals confidence and exposes the comedy to a massive audience that may or may not have planned to watch a new sitcom that night. After that preview, the show settles into its regular Monday slot (Monday, Feb. 23 at 8 p.m.), with episodes also streaming next day on Peacock. From what the trailer reveals, The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins  looks poised to blend character-driven comedy with pointed industry jokes, the kind that play especially well for viewers who love TV about TV. It’s aiming for that sweet spot where satire meets genuine character work, ambitious, but promising. Between the trailer drop, eye-catching key art, and a strategically timed premiere, NBC is clearly rolling out the red carpet for Reggie Dinkins’ return. Whether the comeback sticks remains to be seen, but the first look suggests this is a fall-and-rise story worth keeping an eye on. Fans of sharp network comedies and meta Hollywood humor will likely want to tune in and maybe keep Peacock bookmarked for the next-day catch-up.