Fans of General Hospital  are mourning the loss of legendary actor Anthony Geary , who has died at age 78. Best known for his iconic portrayal of Luke Spencer, Geary redefined daytime television and left an unforgettable mark on audiences worldwide. His passing signals the end of an era for soap opera fans and a moment to reflect on a career that shaped the genre. The news of Anthony Geary’s death  was confirmed by his husband, Claudio Gama, who described it as a sudden and shocking loss. Geary was celebrated not only for his award-winning performances but also for his warmth and dedication both on and off the screen. Over the course of his career, Geary won eight Daytime Emmy Awards and became one of television’s most beloved figures. Luke Spencer, his defining character, evolved from a complex anti-hero into a cultural icon, and his romance with Laura remains one of daytime television’s most legendary storylines. The couple’s story captivated viewers, broke ratings records and became a touchstone for soap opera storytelling. After retiring from General Hospital  in 2015, Geary lived in Amsterdam with his husband, enjoying a quieter life away from the spotlight. Despite his retirement, fans continue to celebrate his contributions to television, sharing memories and tributes that highlight his talent and the depth he brought to every role. The death of Anthony Geary  is a significant loss for the entertainment world. His performances reshaped daytime drama, setting a high standard for character development and storytelling that continues to inspire actors and writers today. Anthony Geary’s legacy lives on through his iconic work, the lasting impact of Luke Spencer, and the countless fans who remember him fondly. His influence on television is undeniable, and his presence will be missed by audiences around the globe

If there’s one thing The Walking Dead  taught us, it’s that horror has a way of pulling you back in, sometimes kicking and screaming. Now, former Carl Grimes himself, Chandler Riggs , is once again answering the genre’s siren call. The actor has officially joined the cast of the upcoming horror film The Last Time , a project that’s already generating buzz among genre fans and TV obsessives alike. For viewers who grew up watching Riggs navigate a zombie apocalypse, this casting feels less like a surprise and more like destiny. Riggs’ involvement instantly gives The Last Time  some serious genre credibility. While he’ll forever be associated with AMC’s long-running zombie juggernaut, Riggs has spent recent years expanding his résumé beyond undead survival. His return to horror, however, feels like a savvy move both for the actor and for a film clearly aiming to attract fans who appreciate their scares with a side of emotional weight. Details about The Last Time  are being kept tightly under wraps (because what’s horror without a little mystery?), but what we do know suggests a project leaning heavily into atmosphere and dread rather than cheap jump scares. That’s good news. Even better? The production has enlisted heavyweight creature designer Neville Page , whose past work on Avatar , Cloverfield and Star Trek  hints that this won’t be a low-effort, CGI-by-numbers affair. Practical effects lovers, rejoice. Riggs isn’t alone in this descent into dread. The Last Time  also stars Jake Satow  ( The Dropout ), Casper Van Dien  ( Starship Troopers , because cult sci-fi legends never die), Dominic Burgess  ( Palm Royale ), John D’Aquino  ( Cory in the House , a deep cut that just unlocked a memory) and Addison Bowman  ( Outer Range ). It’s a cast that blends genre credibility, TV pedigree, and a few “wait, them?” surprises, which frankly, is exactly what you want from a horror-thriller. Production is currently underway in Tampa and along Florida’s Gulf Coast Riggs is an intriguing addition. As a child actor, he carried enormous emotional arcs on The Walking Dead , often serving as the show’s moral compass, even when the writing didn’t always do him favors. Now older, sharper and more self-aware, Riggs seems well-positioned to tackle darker, more complex material. Horror thrives on vulnerability and few actors understand onscreen trauma quite like someone who grew up dodging walkers on basic cable. For fans of The Walking Dead , The Last Time  also scratches that nostalgic itch. It’s not about zombies this time but the thematic DNA of fear, survival and psychological unraveling feels comfortingly familiar. And let’s be honest: genre fans love a comeback story, especially when it involves an actor reclaiming horror on their own terms. As anticipation builds, The Last Time  is shaping up to be one to watch, especially for viewers who like their horror smart, stylish, and slightly unhinged. Stay tuned to The TV Cave  for more updates, first impressions, and the kind of coverage your watchlist deserves.

Netflix has officially unleashed the Stranger Things Season 5 Volume 2 trailer , and if Vecna’s ominous declaration — “It is time for a new world” — is any indication, Hawkins is in serious trouble. The newly released footage teases the final stretch of Netflix’s blockbuster sci-fi series, setting the stage for an all-out showdown as the Upside Down threatens to fully consume reality. Arriving months after the first Volume 2 details were teased, the Stranger Things Season 5 Volume 2 trailer  wastes no time reminding fans that this is the endgame. The trailer is packed with high-stakes moments, emotional character beats, and a darker tone that signals just how dire things have become following the catastrophic events of Volume 1. The footage opens with Hawkins in disarray, still reeling from the fractures left behind by Vecna’s reign of terror. Military presence looms large, paranoia runs rampant, and the town feels more like a battleground than ever. Eleven appears front and center once again, grappling not only with her powers but with the weight of being humanity’s last line of defense. Vecna, however, remains the trailer’s most chilling presence. His taunt about creating a “new world” strongly suggests that the Upside Down is no longer content to stay hidden in the shadows. The threat feels bigger, bolder, and far more apocalyptic than anything the series has attempted before, which is saying something for a show that once made Christmas lights terrifying. Familiar faces including Mike, Will, Dustin, Lucas, Max, and Hopper all appear in the trailer, each confronting the consequences of the chaos unleashed in Hawkins. Notably, Will’s connection to the Upside Down seems far from resolved, hinting that his role in the final chapters may be more significant than ever. Netflix has confirmed that Stranger Things Season 5 Volume 2  will arrive on Christmas Day , with the series finale dropping shortly after on New Year’s Eve , positioning the show’s conclusion as a major holiday TV event. With the release of this trailer, Netflix makes one thing abundantly clear: Stranger Things  isn’t going quietly. The battle for Hawkins and possibly the world is about to reach its explosive conclusion, and Vecna is ready to rewrite reality on his own terrifying terms. Watch the Stranger Things Season 5 Volume 2 trailer  now below.

Music Box: Wizkid: Long Live Lagos is currently streaming on HBO Max and follows Nigerian music artist Wizkid’s rise to fame and preparation to make history as the first African artist to play Tottenhaum Hotspur Stadium in London in July of 2023. It is directed by Karam Gill and beautifully showcases a time capsule of what we know as Afrobeats music today. The colonization of the Nigeria by the British stripped away much of the Nigerian culture and pride they carried. Thus, the celebration of Wizkid playing the stadium in London intertwines with the painful history Nigeria has with the UK told through African musicians, writers, and radio personalities. We get a rare peak at Wizkid’s personal life as a loving father and partner to his manager, Jada Pollock. In the documentary Wizkid describes himself as a man of few words and finds it difficult to express himself. Music is his form of expression and they way he advocates for Nigeria and Africans as a whole. He expresses his frustration about the misconceptions the world has about Africa and we see that his position is not just that of an artist – he’s an educator. We learn of his poor childhood in Surulere, Lagos and his admiration of Nigerian music artist Fela Kuti who is also from there. It is Fela Kuti’s music that inspires him to become a music artist himself. It is as if Wizkid picked up where Fela Kuti left off as a Nigerian icon and spread his reach far across the waters to become a global icon.  We see how the internet and the explosion music streaming helped African music spread to the world. Wizkid’s influence spread from Nigerian across the world, specifically the US and the UK. He worked with the likes of Beyonce and Drake helping him connect to the global market and helping them connect to the local African communities.   One of the most heartwarming aspects of the documentary is the story of a Nigerian fan of named Starboy, who coined himself that after Wizkid’s nickname. Starboy has his on journey as he attempts to attend the concert in London. He helps us to understand how Wizkid’s music gives people in his community joy and the will to keep going no matter their circumstances. His determination to get a visitor’s VISA to see his favorite artist make history reminds us of the same determination Wizkid had to succeed in music, when there was no blueprint set for him as an African artist. The documentary sheds light on the pressures and challenges of putting on such a large scale stadium show. We see behind the scenes of the musical direction, creative direction, and operations. Wizkid is a man of few words but one thing is clear – he is a perfectionist. As he prepares for the show he gets devastating news- his mother has been diagnosed with cancer and must start treatment immediately. It is unclear if she can make his historic show. With production delays already behind all eyes are on Wizkid to see how this will affect him and if the show will even go on at all. Ultimately it does go on because Wizkid knows the show is just not about him. It’s about the African artists that come after him.  Music Box: Wizkid: Long Live Lagos is a visual and musical must see. This concert is a triumph for Wizkid and his fans who have been along for his 15 year journey in the music industry.  He ultimately accomplishes his goal – to give hope. Check out the streaming options below:

Veteran filmmaker and television icon Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer, were found dead Sunday afternoon at their Los Angeles home, according to reports. The deaths have prompted an active investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department, with authorities working to determine the circumstances surrounding the case. The Los Angeles Fire Department reportedly responded to a call at the residence at approximately 3:38 p.m. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered Reiner, 78, and Singer, 68, deceased inside the home. Officials from the LAPD soon arrived on the scene and began their investigation. According to reports, both Reiner and Singer had knife-like lacerations on their bodies. Law enforcement has not yet released official details regarding a cause of death, possible suspects, or a motive. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have not announced whether any arrests have been made. It is being reported that he couple's son Nick Reiner is being held for questioning. Rob Reiner leaves behind an extraordinary legacy in film and television. He first became a household name portraying Michael “Meathead” Stivic on the landmark sitcom All in the Family , appearing throughout the show’s nine-season run. Reiner later transitioned into one of Hollywood’s most respected directors, helming widely acclaimed films such as The Princess Bride , When Harry Met Sally… , A Few Good Men , Stand By Me , and This Is Spinal Tap . His career also included notable on-screen appearances in television series such as Curb Your Enthusiasm , 30 Rock , New Girl , The Good Fight , and The Bear , as well as film roles in The Wolf of Wall Street , Primary Colors , The First Wives Club , Sleepless in Seattle , and Throw Momma From the Train . Michele Singer also worked across film and television. Her credits include work as a special photographer on Misery , acting roles such as Mixed Nuts , and producing credits on projects including Shock and Awe , Albert Brooks: Defending My Life , God & Country , and the upcoming Spinal Tap II: The End Continues . Reiner and Singer married in 1989 and shared three children: Jake, Nick, and Romy. Reiner was also the adoptive father of Tracy Reiner, the daughter of Penny Marshall, whom he married in 1971 before their divorce in 1981. Representatives for Reiner have been contacted for comment. As the investigation continues, additional information is expected to be released by authorities. The deaths mark a significant loss for the television and film community, where Reiner’s influence spanned generations and genres.

Holiday finales, football showdowns, and one very bad gene-editing idea The TVs are glowing, the finales are flying, and Monday night is absolutely stacked. Whether you’re here for crimes, carols, cupcakes, or courtside chaos, tonight’s lineup delivers something for every kind of TV addict. Let’s break it down hour by hour. 🌙 Late Night & Early Morning Treats 3:00 AM ET The Madame Blanc Mysteries   (Acorn TV) Holiday cheer takes a sharp left turn when Jean is asked to verify an ornate historical artifact tied to Marie Antoinette only to discover it’s hiding something far more dangerous than dusty secrets. Festive? Yes. Relaxing? Absolutely not. Tinsel Town   (TLC TV+) Kiefer Sutherland plays a once-famous action hero who finds himself trading explosions for tinsel in a small-town Christmas pageant. Rebel Wilson joins the fun, because if you’re going to stage a holiday comeback, you might as well do it loudly and awkwardly. 🏀 Sports Fans, Lock In 7:00 PM ET NBA Monday   (Peacock) It’s a double-header kind of night. First, the Denver Nuggets square off against the Houston Rockets. Then, at 9:30 PM, the Detroit Pistons take on the Boston Celtics in what promises to be a high-energy showdown. 🕗 Prime Time Starts Strong 8:00 PM ET FBI   (CBS — Two-Hour Special) The fall finale kicks off with a chilling investigation into multiple murders that quickly reveals a much bigger and far more disturbing plot. Meanwhile, Jubal gets a phone call no parent wants to receive — and it changes everything. Finding Mr. Christmas   (Hallmark Channel) Season two wraps with mistletoe-level stakes as the finalists step into a scripted holiday romance alongside Erin Krakow. There’s acting, there’s kissing, and by the end of the night, one man earns the ultimate Christmas crown. Holiday Baking Championship   (Food Network) Sugar, spice, and serious pressure. The remaining bakers face three final challenges for a chance at $25,000 and seasonal bragging rights. Only one will leave as this year’s Holiday Baking Champion. Name That Tune   (FOX) Two episodes, double the chaos. Celebrity competitors include Torrey DeVitto and Craig Robinson, plus a battle between a legal consultant and a bartender that proves music trivia truly is the great equalizer. St. Denis Medical   (NBC) The fall finale brings workplace tension to a boiling point as a potential nurse walkout looms. Alex finds herself stuck between loyalty and leadership, while Ron and Bruce go to unexpected lengths to help a patient in need. 🏈 Game Time 8:15 PM ET Monday Night Football   (ESPN) The Miami Dolphins clash with the Pittsburgh Steelers in a matchup that promises hits, highlights, and plenty of couch yelling. 🎤🎄 The 9 PM Sweet Spot 9:00 PM ET Baked With Love: Holiday   (Hallmark Channel) The season one finale turns up the heat with a puff pastry challenge that pushes every team to their limit. With Mary Berry judging, expectations are sky-high and only one team will rise to the occasion. The Voice   (NBC) Night one of the season finale arrives as the top six artists take the stage, performing both modern hits and timeless classics. Coaches are watching closely, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. 🧬 Late-Night Drama 10:00 PM ET Watson   (CBS) The fall finale gets uncomfortably personal when Watson’s biohacker friend returns under dire circumstances. A risky gene-editing experiment goes wrong, landing someone in the clinic and pulling Watson into yet another ethical nightmare. 🎬 Final Take from The TV Cave From cozy holiday finales to high-stakes investigations and sports-heavy drama, Monday night TV is doing the absolute most and we’re not mad about it. Whether you’re baking along, guessing tunes, or bracing for another cliffhanger, there’s no wrong choice tonight. Check back tomorrow for another freshly curated guide, only here at The TV Cave , where we live for what’s on next. 🍿📡

We are now in the meat of the mayhem that is Landman , as the popular oil drama series from co-creator Taylor Sheridan finds its way to its second season midpoint.  Episode 5 of the Paramount+ success series, entitled “A Pirate Dinner,” follows Tommy Norris (Billy Bob Thornton) in a day-in-the-life saga as he ping-pongs across the Permian Basin circumventing one dumpster fire after another. To keep all of his requisite balls in the air requires a steel countenance, a penchant for the unforeseen, and enough willpower to not drown in the absurdity of it all, or at the very least to not “Thelma and Louise” his exit out of this life. Even from afar, it can be exhausting to watch the former landman-turned oil boss barrel up and down the west Texas interstate putting out decidedly man-made fires. And, yet, here we are, riding shotgun to the infernos. Tommy Norris has undoubtedly found himself caught between a rock and a hard place. With one foot in the boardroom and another firmly planted on the Pitch, the hands-on, no-nonsense landman/newly crowned oil executive cannot seem to let go of the day-to-day operations of the fictional oil giant — M Tex Oil. Surely, it wouldn’t be because he believes himself the only one sane enough to handle the chaos?  On a personal level, Tommy is also firmly entrenched in the sandwich generation trying to get his children to a point of responsible adulthood while he now finds himself caring for an aging parent, a high maintenance wife, an unpredictable boss, and a host of employees and enemies who demand a record number of his mental minutes out every day.  Not so much a pessimist as he a realist, Tommy does not have the luxury to see the sunny side of life because he gets very little time to appreciate that the sun has even come up. With challenges stacking up faster than cars on the North Dallas Tollway, he does not approach anything with a hope and a prayer as it has been his experience that what can go wrong inevitably will. And, on this day, he is not wrong.  To start, he appears to be running a half-way house for mismatched roommates, having moved his now-widowed father T.L. Norris (Sam Elliott) from the Texas Panhandle to Midland. And, for anyone keeping score, we are now up to six people with varying degrees of familial ties to each other living under one roof of what used to be very much an unattached man basecamp. With a shot of caffeinated courage, he leaves his wild-child wife, Angela, (Ali Larter) and doting daughter Ainsley (Michelle Randolph) to plan a welcome home dinner for their newest tenant, T.L., whom Angela has decided to affectionally call “Thomas.” Played by Sam Elliott, T.L., the griseled former oilman has now found himself with this house move as the curious interloper and observer of people with whom he will now be sharing common space.  Attempting to get back to the work that seemingly pays his bills following his deceased mother’s recent memorial service, Tommy has returned his focus to his day on the oil business at-hand. It does not take long for him to recognize that his brief time away took him out of the loop on critical issues.  From needing to pay a hospital visit to a young roughneck on his crew who may be permanently blinded by a toxic gas leak at a well site in Episode 2, to needing to inspect the site of a late night crash of an M Tex Oil sand hauler colliding with a passenger truck illegally parked on the oil company’s property, the day brings one battle after another, and no Leo DiCaprio to shoulder the load.  Despite his tough existence, the landman remains loyal to his work, his family and protective of the industry in which he has chosen to carve out a lifelong living. That could not be more evident than an early morning Father Knows Best meeting with his son, Cooper, played by Jacob Lofland. Over fried eggs and biscuits, Tommy counsels Cooper, a novice in the industry eager to make a name for himself, on the economic realities of their line of work. Unbeknownst to the younger Norris, taking on a drug cartel boss as a drilling benefactor for his burgeoning drilling company may not have been the power move Cooper first imagined. With the math now not mathing on the one-sided partnership, Daddy Norris cautions his son not to count his millions just yet, throwing him a professional lifeline to keep his wells alive and the young oilman above ground. Cooper reluctantly accepts the assist, but not before dropping another bombshell on his father that he is on his way to south Texas to see another father about asking for his daughter’s hand in marriage. Oy vey, if only facial expressions could talk.  Playing opposite of Thornton, Lofland’s Cooper remains the sweet spot of the series — often pensive, reflective, and eager to do the honorable thing in life and love. His words and actions continue to seep with genuine sincerity, though he often looks like he is on the verge of tears behind those piercing blue eyes, if it ever seems as if he has gotten it wrong. Whether he is playing the naive oilman or the timid gentleman caller to Paulina Chavez’s Ariana Medina, there is an endearing authenticity to his onscreen persona.  In Fort Worth, Nate (Colm Feore)and Rebecca (Kayla Wallace) go into follow-up negotiations regarding the insurance claim payout on the off-shore rig damaged in a hurricane that was brought to their attention in the series’ Episode 2. The two attorneys, who often have different approaches to any issue, sit as stoic mirrors of each other as they receive rather jarring news sitting across the table from the insurance attorneys. The latter have come prepared with a litany of documents and a mindset that they were only going subject themselves to Rebecca’s sharp tongue once. It seems we have come to the end of a long road of Rebecca’s bluster, as the suits most decidedly have called her bluff. Hit with an impossible schedule of demands regarding proof of drilling of a new off-shore well previously paid for by the settlement, the clock is now ticking for M Tex to make good.  As Nate later bellows into the phone to Tommy post-meeting, finding the insurance money has become priority one, the landman points his truck towards the DFW Metroplex.  Gathered together in the high rise offices overlooking the famed Trinity River snaking through downtown Fort Worth, the late Monty Miller’s personal attorney gives Rebecca, Nate, Tommy and new M Tex owner, Cami Miller (Demi Moore), a readout of where the money may be hiding in plain sight. However, one would need a flowchart to keep up with the C Corp, S Corp, and LLC jargon that rolls off the buttoned up attorney’s tongue in legalistic waves. Nevertheless, buried beneath a mound of subsidiaries and shell companies, the money remains, but not readily available.  When Cami dismisses a possible legal work around from the attorney to get to the funds, Tommy learns pretty quickly that the big oil widow is no wilting flower in a coming storm. The two agree to disagree on the way forward, and who, exactly, they should trust to throw them a life jacket for their sinking ship of a company. Cami reminds Tommy, in no uncertain terms and designer stilettos, who truly is in charge. Is a power struggle for running the oil giant in our future? Time is sure to tell.  Battered, but not yet beaten, Tommy makes it back to Midland, just in time to drown the day’s sorrows in a craft beer at The Patch Cafe, before heading home to jump into the fray of Angela’s fish fry-turned-pirate dinner — complete with Yo-Ho-Ho sea shanty tunes and a Texas-sized seafood feast fit for any hungry buccaneer! Wash it down with a Shiner Bock, and now you’re talkin’. ‘ Cause on this day, Tommy Norris has certainly earned it.  Also starring Andy Garcia and James Jordan, and co-created by Christian Wallace, Landman streams weekly on Paramount+.

The final episode opens with Carrie—now revealed to be Josephine—pointing a gun at Marissa, Peter, and their family. Colin rushes her to try to grab the gun, but in the struggle she accidentally shoots him. She allows Lia to call an ambulance and run outside to let it in. She also allows Brian to go upstairs and attend to Milo, wo is now awake and calling out for his mom. Carrie tells Marissa and Peter that she didn’t come to take Milo—she came to warn Marissa to protect Milo from Peter . Marissa asks, “Protect him from what?” As Carrie begins explaining that Marissa doesn’t know what Peter did, Peter lunges at her again, forces the gun into her mouth, and shoots her. Marissa is horrified, realizing Peter didn’t want her to finish talking. We flash back to the car accident six years ago. We learn that it was Marissa and Peter’s car that hit Josephine. Both couples were taking their newborn babies home from the hospital. After the crash, Peter tried to wake Marissa but couldn’t, and realized their baby had died. Then he heard crying coming from Josephine’s car. He went over, picked up her baby, and never put him down. He later admits to Marissa that he switched the babies, believing Josephine’s baby would have a better life with them since she was alone and they were a married couple. He insists he didn’t plan it—it happened in the moment. When detectives interview Marissa and Peter, he tells them they had no idea Carrie Finch was actually Josephine Murphy. They tell them about the accident from six years ago, but say they never imagined it was connected to the kidnapping. Peter also explains that Marissa was in the hospital for weeks after the crash. When detectives ask Marissa why Josephine might’ve come to the house, she simply says she thinks Josephine was “crazy.” Later, Marissa goes outside and listens to the recording Josephine had tried to play before she was shot. It reveals Peter at the motel, supposedly delivering ransom money—but instead, he killed Josephine’s father. Marissa confronts him, and Peter claims he thought it was all about money and knew it would never stop. That’s why he killed her father. He also admits that he  hid Milo and put him in the trunk so he could stage Milo’s “return.” Marissa is horrified. Peter demands the phone with the recording, and she hands it over. Marissa tries to return to normal life with Milo, but she is afraid of Peter and what he’s capable of. Lia visits to talk about Colin’s funeral arrangements including the food allergy information for the caterer. She admits she’s never really had to be an adult before. Marissa reassures her that it’s not her fault. Peter wants Milo to go back to school—Milo wants to go too—but Marissa is scared to let him out of her sight. She invites Jenny over and tells her everything: the baby switch, Josephine, Peter’s lies. Jenny promises she won’t say anything and insists Milo is Marissa’s son, no matter what, and that Marissa can’t go to the police. Marissa admits she doesn’t know if she can stay married to Peter. Meanwhile, Detective Alcaras takes his son for evaluations at his new school. They ask sensory-processing questions about colors, tastes, and how he perceives the world. Something clicks for Alcaras—Milo’s unusual sense of color, and something he read in Josephine’s old school files. He calls Josephine’s former guidance counselor, who explains that Josephine often said colors and tastes got mixed up in her mind. It seemed neurological, but her parents never had her evaluated. The detective explains what the condition is and notes that it’s genetic. At Colin’s funeral, Brian tells Peter that he’s choosing to use his wheelchair and will move into assisted living. He says he forgives Peter, realizing he’d depended on him too much. Lia tells Peter that Colin’s sister sold his house, and the profits will cover the firm’s debts. Peter coldly responds that Lia never should’ve gotten involved with Colin—and that her relationship with him started all of this. Later, Marissa kisses Peter, and he immediately begins to have an allergic reaction. She tells him she must have accidentally eaten soy. Peter reaches for his EpiPen, but it’s expired. Marissa screams for Lia to get the emergency kit from the car. Leah returns saying the kit isn’t there and the ambulance is eight minutes away. As Peter struggles to breathe and turns blue, he says to Marissa, “You always have an emergency kit.” She responds, “Yes—I manage your allergies.” Peter dies. Detective Alcaras later talks to the first responder from the car crash six years ago. The responder confirms that when he arrived, only Peter and the baby were conscious, and he remembered it clearly because he’d never seen a baby die that young. Lia is questioned next. Detectives ask whether she thinks Marissa truly read the labels or intentionally ate soy. We see a flashback of Lia watching Marissa at the funeral, paying close attention as Marissa checked ingredient labels. Leah tells detectives that she refuses to accuse Marissa—everyone can make a mistake. When detectives press her, asking if she wants to know the truth, Lia says no. She does not believe Marissa did it on purpose. We then see Detective Alcaras at his son’s new school, where Sam is happy. The detective looks troubled, remembering what he did to get Sam into the school—and realizing he crossed ethical lines too. He visits Marissa at her new home and explains synesthesia, an unusual neurological condition affecting how colors, tastes, sounds, and sensations are processed. It’s very rare and usually inherited. Josephine had it—meaning Milo inherited it too. He tells Marissa he knows she was unconscious after the crash and that any decisions made were Peter’s, not hers. He says he isn’t following protocol by telling her this, but the case is closed. He admits he thought he would feel bad about how things ended, but he doesn’t—he feels fine with it. Then he leaves. Marissa is shaken but relieved. In the final scene, Marissa, Jenny, Milo, and Jacob are at Jenny’s house. The women sip wine while watching their children play. For the first time in a long time, everything feels peaceful and happy.

Last week on Beyond the Gates, Bill collapses and Hayley panics, Nicole flirts with moving on, Kat finally feels supported, and Leslie tries to buy herself an ally. Winterfest comes and goes with barely a whisper, leaving behind jealousy, suspicion, and one very poisoned cup of tea. Let’s get into it. Winterfest… That’s It? Winterfest went out with a whimper. No big climax, no lasting impact—just a big nothing burger of nada, zilch. Monday’s episode did give us Keke Wyatt’s performance, which was easily the highlight of the entire event. That, and Dani looking incredible, because of course she did. Ashley getting to see Dani and Andre happy? Loved it. Bill glaring with jealousy from across the room? Also top tier. That man cannot stand feeling replaced. Meanwhile, Vernon and Sharon continue to look suspicious, and with spoilers hinting at trouble surrounding Anita’s health, the writing on the wall is starting to feel a little too obvious—and honestly, annoying. Vanessa, still deep in her Joey spiral, remains painfully desperate. However, her drunken barb aimed at Leslie was a rare and satisfying moment of clarity. The Heat Is On Tomas asks Kat to move in with him, and despite her very reasonable hesitation, everyone she confides in seems determined to push her toward saying yes. When Kat gently lets him down, Tomas does what Tomas does best: refuses to take the answer and pivots straight into gaslighting mode. Thankfully, Kat finally gets a real moment of support during her heart-to-heart with Dani. Someone actually listens to her, validates her feelings, and doesn’t try to bulldoze her into a life decision. It was long overdue. Elsewhere, Bill turns up the pressure. If Tomas wants to be a partner, he needs to settle down, and more importantly, he had better not hurt his niece. A rare moment where Bill’s protectiveness actually lands. The Thomases Eva and Izaiah reconnect at Winterfest… and then promptly disappear. More memorable is Eva’s continued alignment with Leslie. At Winterfest, Leslie taunts Laura, and later Eva defends her when Laura and she run into each other. Laura accidentally revealed that Marcel was hired to keep an eye on Leslie. You already know how I feel about Leslie, and this week? I’m exhausted. Later, Leslie meets with Vanessa to discuss clinic locations. Conceptually? Fine idea. Logistically? Ridiculous. Leslie funding it solo makes zero sense and feels wildly unsustainable. If you’re going to tell the story, tell it fully—and realistically—for the love of entertainment. Nicole… Moving On? Let’s address the name issue. Greg Vaughan’s character is Kiall , pronounced Kyle , so Kyle it is from here on out. His introduction was flat and forgettable, but things improved post-Winterfest. He and Daphne actually have decent chemistry, which helps. Still, spoilers reveal Carlton returning and kissing Nicole. Oop. Is Nicole about to enter her player era? Because honestly… I wouldn’t be mad at it. Bill Hamilton and His Killer Airhead Bill misses the Duprees and clearly feels replaced by Andre—but that’s the least of his problems. His wife is actively trying to kill him. Hayley ups the poison dosage in his tea, and this time it works. Bill collapses, leaving her panicked and scrambling. The big question now: has Bill caught on? Please say yes.

What to Watch on Sunday, December 14, 2025 Grab the remote, cancel your plans (or pretend you had some), and settle into The TV Cave’s  ultimate breakdown of what’s lighting up your screen today. From midnight streaming chaos to wall-to-wall holiday cheer and heavyweight finales, this Sunday is doing the absolute most — and we love that for us. 🌙 Late-Night & Early Morning Streaming Drops 3:00 AM ET Landman  (Paramount+) Everything is on fire — metaphorically and otherwise. Tommy is juggling fallout from a serious accident on company land while a legal nightmare inches closer to reality. Sleep is optional. Drama is not. Mayor of Kingstown  (Paramount+) Mike plays a risky game of chess as a prison break sends shockwaves through the town. Old enemies, new alliances, and one very dangerous plan take center stage. Robby Hoffman: Wake Up  (Netflix) Robby Hoffman arrives loud, fearless, and absolutely unfiltered. Her debut comedy special doesn’t tiptoe around hot-button topics — it sprints straight at them. 🎄 Holiday Mode: ACTIVATED 6:00 PM ET White House Christmas 2025  (HGTV) Hundreds of volunteers, one iconic house, and just 72 hours to make holiday magic happen. This year’s theme, Home Is Where the Heart Is , turns the White House into peak festive inspiration. 🎬 Prime-Time Holiday Movies & Must-See TV 7:00 PM ET Christmas in Big Sky Country  (UPtv) A heartfelt holiday adventure brings together a determined woman and an unlikely PR partner as they race against winter — and time — to reunite family for Christmas. 8:00 PM ET — Absolute Chaos (the Fun Kind) A Royal Christmas Tail  (Great American Family) Royal romance meets puppy love when a prince searches for the woman — and dog — that captured his heart. Yes, it’s adorable. Yes, you’re watching. Happiness  (PBS) This two-episode premiere follows a successful Broadway director returning home after two decades away, only to be pulled back into small-town life through a community theatre group that refuses to let him hide. Oy to the World!  (Hallmark Channel) Former high school rivals from rival choirs reunite for a joint holiday performance. Expect festive tension, unexpected sparks, and a whole lot of harmony. Roy Wood Jr.’s Very Very Very Merry Holiday Special  (CNN) Comedy, music, and holiday energy collide in a variety special that actually understands what December feels like. Universal Basic Guys  (FOX) A Super Bowl ticket is on the line, and the solution involves a wildly unsafe science experiment. What could possibly go wrong? 8:30 PM ET The Simpsons  (FOX) A future-set episode finds Marge navigating teenage chaos — until her own life takes a sudden turn, leaving Homer as the voice of reason… somehow. Tracker  (CBS) Fall finale alert! A missing person case spirals into something far more dangerous, forcing Colter to confront a conspiracy with a rising body count. 🔥 Big Drama Energy 9:00 PM ET IT: Welcome to Derry  (HBO) Season finale time. As fog smothers the town and plans go dangerously sideways, everyone must band together to save Derry and possibly themselves. Krapopolis  (FOX) Murder investigations and fake dating schemes collide in an episode that somehow balances chaos, comedy, and mythology. Robin Hood  (MGM+) A bold rescue mission turns into a deadly ambush as the sheriff tightens his grip. Trust no one. 9:30 PM ET Bob’s Burgers  (FOX) Holiday hijinks take over a Christmas tree farm while Bob focuses on cookie perfection and Linda attempts to save every tree in sight. The Road  (CBS) Penultimate episode vibes hit hard as the remaining musicians stop at Nashville’s legendary Blue Bird Café for intimate performances with some very special guests. 🎶 Late-Night Vibes 10:00 PM ET Words + Music  (MGM+) Elvis Costello and the Imposters deliver an evening of storytelling through song, blending classics with fresh material and surprise collaborators. 10:30 PM ET I Love LA  (HBO) With the finale just around the corner, relationships shift and ambitions rise as Maia works behind the scenes to secure a seat at fashion’s most exclusive table. 🛋️ Final Thoughts from The TV Cave Whether you’re here for prestige drama, animated absurdity, festive fluff, or late-night music magic, December 14 is stacked from top to bottom. Clear the DVR, charge your devices, and let the binge begin. Check back tomorrow for another TV Cave Daily TV Guide , because your watchlist isn’t going to manage itself.

We have reached the mid-season finale for Matlock Season 2, and wow, I am speechless. This was a perfect Mid-Season Finale and I am already itching for the return in February. We have really pushed all of the current storylines forward and are left on major cliffhangers and wanting to see where our cast is heading when they come back to our screens.  We open to an anxious Olympia and Matlock due to Senior acting strange when he was in the office that morning. This leads them to thinking that he might be onto them and their scheme to take him down, which is worrisome because we have seen the control that he carries within the company. Matty tries to soothe Olympia and calm her nerves, but in reality, she knows that this is a possibility, even with how safe they have played it. But as the episode progresses, we find out that Senior has suffered a stroke, which is why Olympia thought he was acting weird at the office. Julian is caught at a middle point because he has a very complicated relationship with his father, but, at the same time, that doesn’t mean that he wanted this to happen to him. Jason Ritter gives a phenomenal performance in the scene where he has a heart-to-heart with a coma-induced Senior. It really tugged at my heartstrings because all we have seen of Senior and Julian’s relationship has been belittling and demanding, and that seems indicative of how their relationship has been for most, if not all, of Julian’s life. It was something different to see him pulled closer to the forefront after some moments earlier this season. I have personally have always enjoyed Jason Ritter’s acting style and his versatility, but, after the cliffhanger of this Mid-Season Finale, I am so curious to see how these writers play out Julian’s storyline and how they are going to bring him even further to the forefront of the major arc this season. On the Matty and Olympia side of things, we are still seeing some minor tension on the trust front, but, it seems like we have finally reached a point in their relationship and in the story this season where they see each other for who they are and they know that they can’t do any of this without the other. It has been beautiful to see them evolve post-Season 1; I say it every week, but the range and banter that Skye and Kathy bounce off each other is truly something special. I have seen some comments on the speed of their friendship and the reconciliation, but I think it was handled perfectly. There is a lot of nuance to think about when you think of their personal and professional lives. You have to see this person on a daily basis and you don’t know if you can trust them, but you also have built that strong relationship and shared things that are deeply personal to you, it is a lot and it can be very non-linear to either individual's progression. I have enjoyed seeing them get to the point they are at now, and I know that it won’t be easy or perfect because there are a lot of outside factors playing into it as well, but I think that is the beauty within the relationship as a core foundation of Matlock’s story as a whole.  We also have finally reached a turning point for Sarah’s character as she continues to struggle with the lies she told and the subtle repercussions of that. She feels guilt for helping Senior and lying to not only Julian, but Olympia as well; and until this week, the only other person that knew the truth was Billy. Leah Lewis is exceptional as we see that weigh on her throughout everything she is doing in the course of the episode. I am glad that we are finally getting to see more of her evolution and personal moral dilemmas after the slow build that’s been happening since the end of Season 1. To tie into that, Billy is notably absent from this episode. As we have seen throughout the past seven episodes, he has not had much screentime and his storyline has been mostly focused on helping the team and his girlfriend's pregnancy. As Sarah needs someone to turn to, she leaves Billy a voicemail about her struggle to keep this secret, but ultimately, ends up deleting the message before it sends. Towards the end of the episode, Billy calls her back and lets her know that Claudia has suffered a miscarriage. Suddenly, Sarah’s problems seem much smaller and she ends up focusing on supporting them and does not share how her day has gone. This seems to be the end of Billy’s character on-screen, although I expect them to spend some time during the remaining episodes to explain his absence. Personally, I am fine with Billy’s character exiting the show; as much as he played an interesting role in S1, in S2, he did not have much going for his character to tie him into the folds of the front burner storylines and all he really had going for him was his relationship with Claudia and the pregnancy. With that story now over, it is the perfect opportunity to send off his character. Earlier this week, it was announced that two new cast members are joining the show in the latter half of Season 2. I am curious to see how they are going to be brought into the fold and what Sarah’s storyline is going to look like after the end of this week’s episode.  Overall, this was a beautiful and impactful Mid-Season Finale that highlighted every character on canvas, as well as closing up and advancing the major plots we have been covering in Season 2 thus far. I am excited to see where the show heads in the remainder of the season and I can’t wait to see how things will be at the end of Season 2, for better or worse. I would give this episode a 5/5 and I look forward to Matlock’s return on Thursday, February 26th.

The episode opens six years ago with Josie — who we know as Carrie Finch — living in a trailer under a bridge with Kyle. She’s pregnant and wants a crib, so she goes out to buy one. When she returns, Kyle is being arrested. The officer tells her he’s being taken in for selling drugs, and Kyle insists he only did it because he wanted money for the crib. After he’s taken away, we see Josie taking the crib pieces and smashing them against the trailer in devastation. Suddenly, we jump to Josie in the hospital. A nurse tells Josie’s mother that Josie lost the baby, lost a lot of blood, and needs to go home with her since she’s only 16 and needs to recover. Her mother coldly responds that “nothing ever gets better” for either of them. When Josie gets home, she posts on social media: “In Loving Memory of Josephine Murphy.”  She starts taking down everything in her room. Her mother discovers Josie opened a credit card in her name and tells Josie she’ll have to work off the debt. A year later, Josie is working at her father’s bar, and we learn she has just finished paying off the debt to her mother. She tells her dad she wants to go with him that day, and that’s when we learn her father has “outside interests”—settling debts for people, often violently. Josie asks if she can live with him because she thinks her mother is crazy. He says no, but tells her she can work with him to make extra money to eventually get her own place. Then the episode jumps forward five years. Josie and her dad go to Marissa’s ranch over Easter weekend to see Colin. Her dad says Colin owes him a lot of money. Josie offers to pay off Colin’s debt because she feels numb and thinks maybe helping someone else will make her feel something again. Her father is bewildered that she’d want to pay the debt of someone she doesn’t even know and tells her that her mother was right — Josie really is  crazy. Josie gets out of the car and walks around the ranch. She finds Milo sitting alone with his stuffed frog, Mr. Chips. She immediately connects with him, recognizing a familiar way of thinking and feeling. From there, Josephine starts researching Milo and his family online. She follows him from a distance, prints out pictures of him, and puts them in her room. She begins planning. She buys kid items, practices a script about being a nanny for three families, and cuts her hair. Her mother finds all the kid stuff in her room and reminds her that “your kid died.” They get into a physical fight, her mother slaps her, and Josie snaps — choking her mother before letting go. Her mother tells her to get out. Josie responds that “Josephine isn’t my name.” We next see Josie interviewing at Jenny’s house and getting hired. She is now going by Carrie.  She’s introduced to Anna, Milo’s nanny. Anna and Carrie take the kids out for milkshakes, and Anna freely shares details about Milo’s house and their daily routines. Carrie visits Kyle in jail, apologizes for not seeing him sooner, and tells him she’s working as a nanny for a five-year-old boy. Kyle tries to talk her out of taking Milo, but she insists he needs to be with someone who understands him. Kyle eventually agrees to help and says he knows an address where he can send Milo’s parents. We then see how Carrie kidnaps Milo. At the rental home where Carrie and Kyle keep him, Milo is clearly unhappy and keeps saying he wants to go home. Carrie asks Kyle about the passport she told him to get for Milo — he claims he paid the guy 50%, but the contact isn’t responding to texts. Carrie starts to panic and tells Kyle they need help. She calls her father, who comes to the rental home and agrees to assist. We see that he’s the one who makes the ransom call to Peter, telling him he has Milo and needs cash ready. Kyle becomes suspicious and believes her dad is only helping because he smells money. Kyle’s face eventually appears on the news. Carrie’s father decides the new plan is to take Milo to his motel room and clean up the rental so no one knows they were ever there. Carrie drives away with Milo while her father and Kyle stay behind to clean. But then Carrie’s father shoots Kyle in the back of the head. When Carrie meets her father at the motel, she notices Kyle isn’t there. Her father tells her Kyle wasn’t built for this and probably ran. He tells Carrie to go get something nice for Milo’s birthday, so she leaves to get a cake. While she’s gone, Carrie’s father tells Milo they’re going to play hide and seek, and that he should hide in the bathroom because “a friend is coming to play.” When Carrie returns, she finds her father dead on the floor. She plays a recording from his phone and sees the news that Milo has been returned to his parents — and that Kyle was found dead. We flash back to when Carrie was in the hospital years ago, and the truth is revealed: she actually did give birth, but she and the baby got into a car accident on the way home. That’s when the baby died. But Carrie believes there was a mix-up — that Milo is actually her baby, Noah. We see Carrie telling this to Kyle in a flashback. Kyle insists it’s not possible but ultimately tells her he believes her. The episode ends with Carrie walking into the Irvine home with a gun, pointing it at the family, and telling them they have her son.