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What’s New on TV, Netflix, Digital, and DVD/Blu-ray This Week: January 4-10

At a loss for what to watch this week? From new DVDs and Blu-rays, to what’s streaming on Netflix, we’ve got you covered.

New on DVD and Blu-ray

“Broad City”
Check out Season 2 of Abbi Jacobson and Ilana Glazer’s brilliant Comedy Central series this week on DVD/Blu-ray. Guest stars for the 10-episode season include Bob Balaban, Aidy Bryant, Patricia Clarkson, Susie Essman, Janeane Garofalo, Kumail Nanjiani, Kelly Ripa, Seth Rogen, Amy Ryan, Alia Shawkat, and David Wain. DVD bonus features includes outtakes, deleted scenes, a Pop-Up Enhanced Episode, the “Hack Into Broad City” series, and “Body By Trey” videos. FYI, Season 3 premieres February 17.

New Video on Demand, Rental Streaming, and Digital Only

“Dragons: Race to the Edge”
Here you go, “How to Train Your Dragon,” fans: Season 2 of this Netflix Original series debuts January 8. “Race to the Edge” takes place in the period between the first two “How To Train Your Dragon” films and follows Hiccup, Toothless, Astrid, and friends on their many adventures.

“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia”
Perfect timing: Netflix is offering Season 10 of this must-watch comedy starting January 5, which is the day before Season 11 premieres on FXX. So have yourself a 10-episode New Year’s binge, and prepare to shake your head anew at the crazy antics of the Paddy’s Pub crew.

TV Worth Watching

“The Bachelor” (Monday on ABC at 8 p.m.)
Yes, it’s worth watching — to feel better about yourself. The ultimate guilty pleasure show returns January 4, with blandly sweet Ben Higgins handing out roses to women who will inevitably steamroll him into submission. As you watch this trainwreck, you can almost literally feel your brain turning to mush, but it’s just as addictive as the junk food that turns your stomach to mush, so … what’s life without a little mush? Believe it or not, there’s also a “Bachelor Live” post-show airing from 10 to 11 p.m. with special guests discussing what just happened on the Season 20 premiere.

“Lip Sync Battle” (Thursday on Spike at 10 p.m.)
No idea how these lip sync battles became must-see TV, but they did. Now Season 2 is here to up the ante, with the January 7 premiere offering the “Tatum Takedown” of Channing Tatum vs. wife Jenna Dewan-Tatum. Word on the street says Beyoncé will be showing up to help Chan, which pretty much guarantees he’ll win. Future Season 2 battles include Kevin Hart vs. Olivia Munn, Anthony Anderson vs. Tracee Ellis Ross, Chris D’Elia vs. Brent Morin, and Nina Dobrev vs. Tim Tebow.

“Netanyahu at War” (Tuesday on PBS at 9 p.m.)
Let’s get serious for a minute. For every hour of junk like “The Bachelor,” you owe your brain some vegetables like this two-hour Frontline documentary from veteran filmmaker Michael Kirk. “Netanyahu at War” follows the Israeli prime minister’s path to power, goes inside his relationships with multiple U.S. presidents — including his clash with President Obama over the Iran nuclear deal — and explores the implications of those relationships in the U.S. and the Middle East.

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January 4, 2016
What’s New on TV, Netflix Streaming, Digital, and DVD/Blu-ray This Week: December 28-January 3

At a loss for what to watch this week? From new DVDs and Blu-rays, to what’s streaming on Netflix, we’ve got you covered.

New on DVD and Blu-ray

“Mozart in the Jungle” (Amazon)
Gael Garcia Bernal returns as maestro Rodrigo in the second season of Amazon’s New York Symphony dramedy. “Mozart” recently picked up two Golden Globe nominations — for Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy, and Best Performance by an Actor in a Musical or Comedy. Bernal also won the Imagen Award for Best Actor on Television, so consider streaming both Season 1 and Season 2 to catch up on the buzz.

“Nurse Jackie”
There’s really no better way to spend New Year’s Eve than binge-watching all seven seasons of “Nurse Jackie.” Seriously, it’s perfect for resolutions — after you’re done watching Edie Falco’s drug-addicted nurse Jackie Peyton, you’ll know exactly what you SHOULDN’T do in 2016. Netflix has Seasons 1-7 as of December 31, so strap in for a bumpy ride.

“Downton Abbey” (Sunday on PBS at 9 p.m.)
It’s the beginning of the end. The sixth and final season of “Downton Abbey” begins in the U.S. on January 3. How will they torture poor Edith this time? You know when they say not everyone will get a happy ending they probably mean Edith — and maybe poor Anna again. Mary will be fine, of course, even though she doesn’t deserve it. #TeamEdith

“Galavant” (Sunday on ABC at 8 p.m.)
The very best Python-esque musical comedy on television returns for its second season this weekend. There are only 10 episodes airing over five weeks, so it’s not a huge time commitment, but every loopy minute is must-see. Bonus for “Downton” fans: This show has Hugh Bonneville, too!

New Year’s Eve (Thursday on NBC, FOX, ABC starting at 8 p.m.)
If you feel like staying home on New Year’s Eve, there are several options for your viewing pleasure. Ryan Seacrest has Carrie Underwood, Jimmy Buffett, One Direction, Taylor Swift, and many others in the overly titled “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2016” which starts at 8 p.m. on ABC. Over on FOX, “Pitbull’s New Year’s Revolution” also starts at 8 p.m. with Puff Daddy, Austin Mahone, Jordin Sparks, and more. And NBC has stars of “The Voice,” of course, with Carson Daly, Gwen Stefani, and Andy Cohen getting the party started around 10 p.m. on “New Year’s Eve With Carson Daly.”

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December 28, 2015
What’s New on TV, Netflix, Digital, and DVD/Blu-ray This Week: December 21-27

At a loss for what to watch this week? From new DVDs and Blu-rays, to what’s streaming on Netflix, we’ve got you covered.

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“The Great Holiday Baking Show” (Monday on ABC at 10 p.m.)Somehow, it’s already time for the finale of America’s holiday version of the U.K.’s “Bake-Off” show. Who will be the big winner — Lauren, Tim, or Nicole? (Guessing Lauren.) Whatever happens, here’s rooting for more yummy fun from judges Mary Berry, Johnny Iuzzini, and company. Can ABC please make this a regular season-length show in 2016?

“It’s A Wonderful Life” (Thursday on NBC at 8 p.m.)
Christmas Eve wouldn’t be the same without “It’s a Wonderful Life.” Frank Capra’s 1946 classic airs over three hours Thursday night, so consider putting it on in the background while you bake cookies or do whatever it is that you do before Santa arrives.

“It’s Your 50th Christmas, Charlie Brown” (Thursday on ABC at 8 p.m.)
If you’re just not that into George Bailey and his Bedford Falls problems, consider checking out ABC’s Christmas Eve double-dose of Charlie Brown. The fun starts from 8 to 9 p.m. with this 50th special, followed by “A Charlie Brown Christmas” at 9 p.m.

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December 21, 2015
What’s New on TV, Netflix Streaming, Digital, and DVD/Blu-ray This Week: December 14-20

At a loss for what to watch this week? From new DVDs and Blu-rays, to what’s streaming on Netflix, we’ve got you covered.

New on DVD and Blu-ray

“F is for Family”
“F is for Family” is one of four Netflix original series dropping on December 18. PC Principal would hate this one, but that may be why you love it. The animated sitcom, co-created by comedian Bill Burr, debuts its first six episodes on December 18. It’s a “family comedy” set in the pre-PC world of 1970s “when you could smack your kid, smoke inside and bring a gun to the airport.” Ah, the good ole days! Bill Burr voices the Murphy family patriarch, with Laura Dern as his wife, Justin Long as his eldest son, Debi Derryberry as his daughter, and Haley Reinhart as his young son.

Check out the very un-PC Season 1 trailer (warning: explicit language):
“Fargo” (Monday on FX at 10 p.m.)Maybe all Coen Bros. movies should inspire new TV shows. Season 2 of this instant classic series stars Kirsten Dunst, Patrick Wilson, Jesse Plemons, Jean Smart, and Ted Danson, and the fun is ending with Episode 10, “Palindrome,” on December 14. Check out why it just got some “The Expanse” (Monday on Syfy at 10 p.m.)
Syfy is launching its most ambitious series ever with the 10-episode space drama “The Expanse.” Episode 1 starts December 14, with Episode 2 following the next night, Tuesday, December 15. The series will then air Tuesdays at 10 p.m. for the rest of the season. The drama is based on the best-selling book series set 200 years in the future after mankind has colonized space. The case of a missing young woman leads a hardened detective and a rogue ship’s captain across the solar system to uncover the greatest conspiracy in human history.

“The Soup” (Friday on E! at 10 p.m.)
This is it. E! is ending “The Soup” after 22 seasons on Friday, December 18. The series started as “Talk Soup” with host Greg Kinnear, and was renamed and spruced up in 2004 when Joel McHale took over. Clear some time on Friday night to bid the show adieu.

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December 14, 2015
What’s New on TV, Netflix Streaming, Digital, and DVD/Blu-ray This Week: November 30-December 6

At a loss for what to watch this week? From new DVDs and Blu-rays, to what’s streaming on Netflix, we’ve got you covered.

New Video on Demand, Rental Streaming, and Digital Only

“Fear the Walking Dead”“The Walking Dead” spinoff that isn’t technically a spinoff only had six episodes in its first season, but you can watch them all in a row — with special features — when Season 1 hits Blu-ray and DVD on December 1. The two-disc sets include character bios and “A Look at the Series.”

“America’s Next Top Model” (Friday on The CW at 9 p.m.)This is it. The entire “ANTM” series ends with the finale of Cycle 22. Who will win, Nyle, Lacey, Mamé, Mikey, or Dammit It’d Better Be Nyle? We choose that last one.

“The Great Holiday Baking Show” (Monday on ABC at 10 p.m.)
An American version of the warm and delicious U.K. hit “The Great British Bake Off” is coming to ABC, complete with Mary Berry as a judge, and “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” star Nia Vardalos and her husband Ian Gomez as hosts. The November 30 premiere is focused on Christmas cookies, with “Cake Week” to follow on December 7, and so on.

“Top Chef” (Wednesday on Bravo at 10 p.m.)
Season 13, aka “Top Chef: California,” has a two-night premiere December 2-3, with 17 chefs; a bunch of new locations; host Padma Lakshmi; and judges Tom Colicchio, Gail Simmons, Emeril Lagasse, and Richard Blais. Grayson Schmitz of “Top Chef: Texas” is one of the contestants, so wish her luck on her second course of competition!

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November 30, 2015
What’s New on TV, Netflix Streaming, Digital, and DVD/Blu-ray This Week: November 23-29

At a loss for what to watch this week? From new DVDs and Blu-rays, to what’s streaming on Netflix, we’ve got you covered.

New Video on Demand, Rental Streaming, and Digital Only

“Minions”
The little yellow henchmen are ready to come home with you on November 24. That’s when “Minions” is released on Digital HD, with the DVD and Blu-ray to follow on December 8. Bonus features exclusive to Blu-ray and Digital include three all-new mini movies: “Cro Minion,” “Competition,” and “Binky Nelson Unpacified”; plus a deleted scene, an interactive map, “Behind the Goggles: The Illumination Story of the Minions,” and a lot more. Seriously, a lot.

“Top Five” (Amazon)
Chris Rock stars in this semi-autobiographical story about a comedian and the reporter writing about him (played by Rosario Dawson), available on Amazon November 28. The all-star cast includes Kevin Hart, Gabrielle Union, Tracy Morgan, Cedric the Entertainer, J.B. Smoove, and Sherri Shepherd.

“The Second Mother” (iTunes)
“Victoria” (iTunes)
Two movies are coming to iTunes on November 24, the same day they open in theaters. In “The Second Mother” — which has a 95 percent fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes — a home’s unspoken class barriers come crashing down when the live-in housekeeper’s daughter suddenly appears. In “Victoria,” four Berliners recruit a thrill-seeking Spanish woman to be their bank robbery getaway driver.

New on DVD and Blu-ray

“Ricki and the Flash”Meryl Streep can do anything, so watch her play a rock star named Ricki Rendazzo, who aims for a shot at redemption and a chance to make things right with her family. Written by Diablo Cody and directed by Jonathan Demme, the film co-stars Kevin Kline, Rick Springfield, Audra McDonald, and Streep’s real-life daughter Mamie Gummer. The Blu-ray and DVD both include “Getting Ready for Ricki: The Making of Ricki and the Flash — Cast and Crew Walk Through Creating a Rock Goddess and Finding the Heart of the Story.” The Blu-ray alone also has deleted scenes, a cast photo gallery, and a featurette called “Rediscovering Rick Springfield.”

“Shaun the Sheep Movie”
Shaun takes a day off from Mossy Bottom Farm to explore the Big City and has a bit too much of an adventure. Blu-ray and DVD special features include the featurettes “Making the Shaun Movie,” “Meet the Characters,” “Join Shaun Behind the Scenes,” and “Meet the Crew.” There’s also a parody poster gallery.

“Inside Amy Schumer”
All 10 episodes of Amy Schumer’s brilliant third season on Comedy Central are available on disc this week. Bonus features include outtakes and deleted scenes, an exclusive unaired sketch, and unaired “Amy Goes Deep” interviews. Worth a binge especially for the “12 Angry Men” parody and the “Girl, You Don’t Need Makeup” sketch.

“A Christmas Horror Story”
This is a Christmas horror film starring William Shatner, which is really all you should need to know. But if you need more, it’s an anthology movie with interwoven stories taking place on Christmas Eve, linked together by Shatner’s Bailey Downs radio station DJ Dan. Watch it on disc starting November 24.

New on Netflix

“Home”The DreamWorks Animation family film, with Jim Parsons as the voice of Oh and Rihanna as Tip, starts streaming on Netflix November 25.

“Zipper”
Here’s another guy that can’t keep it in his pants and it threatens to ruin his life. Patrick Wilson plays Sam Ellis, a federal prosecutor with a bright political future. But what was meant to be a one-time experience with a high-end escort turns into an addiction and spirals out of control. This drama thriller didn’t get great reviews but it has a fantastic cast in Lena Headey, Richard Dreyfuss, Ray Winstone, John Cho, Dianna Agron, Christopher McDonald, and Alexandra Breckenridge. Available on Netflix November 26.

TV Worth Watching

“Pretty Little Liars: 5 Years Forward” (Tuesday on ABC Family at 8 p.m.)PLL fans are anxious for the January 12 return of Season 6, and you can get yourself prepared with this a one-hour behind-the-scenes glimpse at the upcoming five-year time jump. The special will offer fans a look at what the characters have been up to inside and outside of Rosewood over the past five years. You’ll get never-before-seen scenes, backstage tours of brand new PLL sets, interviews with the cast and crew, and a look at the style evolution of the Liars.

“Dancing With the Stars” (Tuesday on ABC at 9 p.m.)
This is it. The Fall 2015 Mirror Ball trophy will find its forever home on November 24. The two hour finale, from 9-11, will bring back the eliminated contestants and give us final routines from the top three dancers, and then the winners will be announced around 10:55 p.m. Bindi Irwin is going to win, right? Used to think it would be Nick Carter, but Bindi Fever has basically taken over.

“Planes, Trains, and Automobiles” (Wednesday on The CW at 8 p.m.)
This classic Thanksgiving comedy — also a major heart-tugger — is airing on The CW the day before T-Day. Steve Martin plays a high-strung advertising executive who is desperate to make it from New York to Chicago in time for Thanksgiving. John Candy plays the optimistic overly chatty salesman he meets along the way. Did you know this was written, produced, and directed by John Hughes? One of his greats.

“The Walking Dead” (Sunday on AMC at 9 p.m.)‘Tis the season for midseason finales, and TWD is ending the first half of Season 6 on November 29. Episode 8 is called “Start to Finish” and here is AMC’s synopsis: “After a few moments of peace, trouble finds its way to Alexandria again with a threat that may be too big to defeat.” Like all those walkers at the gate?

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November 23, 2015
What’s New on TV, Netflix Streaming, Digital, and DVD/Blu-ray This Week: November 16-22

At a loss for what to watch this week? From new DVDs and Blu-rays, to what’s streaming on Netflix, we’ve got you covered.

New Video on Demand, Rental Streaming, and Digital Only

“Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation”
Are you ready to go “Rogue”? Tom Cruise’s spy thriller, fifth in the M:I series, earned raves from just about everyone, and it’s available on Digital HD on November 17. That’s about a month before the Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and On Demand release — with tons of special features — on December 15.

Here’s a behind-the-scenes clip from the special features — available on iTunes Extras and Blu-ray Combo Pack — with Tom Cruise explaining how he completed the underwater sequence from the film. He learned how to hold his breath for up to 6.5 minutes, which is crazy impressive.
“Ant-Man”
Paul Rudd, always a charmer, has his Marvel superhero origin story out on Digital this week, ahead of the disc debut on December 8. The Digital HD, Disney Movies Anywhere, 3D Blu-ray Combo Pack, and Blu-ray releases all include bonus materials like “Making Of An Ant-Sized Heist: A How-To Guide,” “Let’s Go To The Macroverse,” “WHIH NewsFront,” a gag reel, deleted and extended scenes, and audio commentary by director Peyton Reed and Paul Rudd.

“Fantastic Four”
The 2015 superhero reboot did not get the best reviews, but your taste is your own and if you were a fan — or you want to judge for yourself — you can check out “Fantastic Four” after it debuts on Digital HD on November 20. The DVD/Blu-ray will follow on December 15.

“Man in the High Castle” (Amazon)
Here’s some exciting news for Amazon users: The entire 10-episode series of “Man in the High Castle,” based on Philip K. Dick’s alternate history novel, will debut November 20 on Amazon Prime Instant Video. The story follows what would happen if the U.S. and its allies had lost World War II, with the Nazis ruling the East Coast of the U.S. and Imperial Japan ruling the West Coast.

New on DVD and Blu-ray

“The Man From U.N.C.L.E.”
Henry Cavill’s CIA agent and Armie Hammer’s KGB agent team up in this Cold War action movie from Guy Ritchie. It’s out on DVD and Blu-ray November 17, and the Blu-ray Combo Pack includes these special features: “Spy Vision: Recreating ’60s Cool,” “A Higher Class Of Hero,” “Metisse Motorcycles: Proper-And Very British,” “The Guys from U.N.C.L.E.,” ” A Man of Extraordinary Talents,” and “U.N.C.L.E: On-Set Spy.”

“We Are Your Friends”
Zac Efron’s coming-of-age EDM movie didn’t exactly hit high notes at the box office, but it does have its defenders and, who knows, it may turn into a cult hit. Wes Bentley and Emily Ratajkowski co-star, and you can check them out on DVD/Blu-ray November 17.

“The Hobbit Trilogy Extended Edition”
Turns out, Peter Jackson did not stretch “The Hobbit” as far as it could go in the trilogy that hit theaters. On November 17, the extended edition of “The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies” will be released, and the entire “The Hobbit Trilogy Extended Edition” will be available, featuring longer versions of all three movies.

New on Netflix
“Marvel’s Jessica Jones”
Krysten Ritter plays the dark titular Marvel hero in this Netflix original series, which starts streaming November 20. After a tragedy puts an the end to her brief career as a superhero, Jessica opens her own detective agency in NYC. Since she’s suffering from PTSD, her main concern isn’t saving the world, it’s just getting through the day. David Tennant co-stars as the villainous Kilgrave (David Tennant).

“River”
This six-part crime thriller, starring Stellan Skarsgård as brilliant but haunted police officer John River, recently debuted on BBC One in the U.K. Now all six episodes are coming exclusively to Netflix, starting November 18.

TV Worth Watching“The Leftovers” (Sunday on HBO at 9 p.m.)
Why aren’t more people watching “The Leftovers”? Is it the microwave-ready title? The fact that it’s from Damon Lindelof and people fear investing in another “Lost” mystery? “The Leftovers” is arguably the deepest, most profound, and thought-provoking show on the air right now — with master class acting from Carrie Coon, Regina King, Christopher Eccleston, and Justin Theroux — and it’s worth of a binge to catch up. The November 22 episode — the eighth hour in the 10-episode Season 2 — is called “International Assassin.” Try it!

“The Amazing Race” (Friday on CBS at 8 p.m.)
Can anyone beat The Green Team? Does anyone like The Green Team? Ultra-competitive Justin and Diana are crushing the 27th “Race” (while bickering with each other) and we’ll have to see if they continue to dominate Leg 9, which takes the teams to India, on November 20.

“The Bastard Executioner” (Tuesday on FX at 10 p.m.)
The historical fiction drama from Kurt Sutter (“Sons of Anarchy”) will end its first season on Tuesday, November 17. The Episode 10 finale, called “Blood and Quiescence / Crau a Chwsg” was written by Sutter and follows Wilkin and Milus leading an unlikely band of brothers on a life-threatening rescue mission.

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November 16, 2015
What’s New on TV, Netflix Streaming, Digital, and DVD/Blu-ray This Week: October 12-18

At a loss for what to watch this week? From new DVDs and Blu-rays, to what’s streaming on Netflix, we’ve got you covered.

New Video on Demand, Rental Streaming, and Digital Only

“Inside Out”
No Fear, Anger, Disgust or Sadness required — only Joy is needed for the arrival of Disney Pixar’s blockbuster “Inside Out.” Catch the Digital HD release on October 13; you’ll have to wait until November 3 for the DVD and Blu-Ray. The list of “Inside Out” extras and special features is too long to post here — it’s as expansive as the credits of the movie! — but here’s the roundup for reference.

“Southpaw”
Jake Gyllenhaal is one of those actors who goes through extreme transformations for nearly every role and he does it again in this boxing movie that’s about a lot more than boxing. “Southpaw,” which also stars Rachel McAdams, Forest Whitaker, Naomie Harris, and 50 Cent, has its digital release on October 16, before it drops on DVD/Blu-ray on October 27.

“Vacation”
Ed Helms plays a grown up Rusty Griswold, who takes his family on a road trip to Walley World in this raunchy, star-studded return to the classic comedy franchise. Catch it on digital October 13, before it hits DVD/Blu-ray November 3.

New on DVD and Blu-ray
“San Andreas”
It’s the big one! When the San Andreas Fault rocks our world with a massive earthquake, a search and rescue helicopter pilot (Dwayne Johnson) and his estranged wife (Carla Gugino) make their way from L.A. to San Francisco to try and save their only daughter. Just suspend disbelief and go with it. Special features include audio commentary, a gag reel, a stunt reel, deleted scenes and the featurettes “San Andreas: The Real Fault Line,” “Dwayne Johnson To The Rescue,” and “Scoring The Quake.”

“Dope”
This coming-of-age high school comedy, set in L.A., was a hit with critics and Sundance audiences. Watch Shameik Moore’s breakout performance when “Dope” hits the streets October 13. Extras include “Dope Is Different,” with the cast and crew discussing the film’s central characters and themes of being unique and authentic; and “Dope Music,” with Pharrell Williams, A$AP Rocky, Rick Fumuyiwa and others delving into the essential role old-school rap and punk rock tracks play in the film.

“Tomorrowland”
Brad Bird’s sci-fi adventure, starring George Clooney, Britt Robertson and Hugh Laurie, has its Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital release on October 13. The Digital HD and Blu-ray combo back come with an insane number of special features, including eight deleted scenes, four Easter eggs, and about six featurettes.

New on Netflix
“Beasts of No Nation”
Netflix starts streaming its first original feature film on October 16, which is also the same day it hits theaters. The amazing Idris Elba leads a cast directed by “True Detective” Season 1’s Cary Fukunaga. The story follows Agu (Abraham Attah), a young boy growing up in a West African country on the brink of civil war. When the fighting reaches Agu’s village, his family is torn apart and he is forced to flee. He crosses paths with a group of guerilla soldiers led by a fierce commandant (Idris Elba). Agu is indoctrinated into their ranks as the commandant trains him to cope with his pain through violence.

“Anthony Jeselnik: Thoughts and Prayers”
Netflix is premiering two originals on October 16, and the second is this comedy special from Anthony Jeselnik. As Netflix noted (and the title suggests), “There’s no subject too dark as the comedian skewers taboos and riffs on national tragedies before pulling back the curtain on his provocative style.”

“Jane the Virgin”
On the same day that The CW is premiering “Jane the Virgin” Season 2, Netflix wants to help you catch up on Season 1. It’s all going down on Monday, October 12, so why not make it a Virgin marathon day?

TV Worth Watching
“Fargo” (Monday on FX at 10 p.m.)
The second season of FX’s breakout show is set in 1979, starring Patrick Wilson as State Trooper Lou Solverson, a recently returned Vietnam vet who investigates a crime involving a local gang and syndicate. His father-in-law, Sheriff Hank Larsson (Ted Danson), helps him put the puzzle pieces together. Jean Smart, Kirsten Dunst, and Jesse Plemons co-star, with Nick Offerman, Jeffrey Donovan, and Bruce Campbell (as Reagan!) in recurring roles.

“Saturday Night Live” (Saturday on NBC at 11:30 p.m.)
Tracy Morgan is the host on October 17, marking his big return not only to SNL and NBC, but comedy in general after his near-fatal car accident. Demi Lovato will back him up as the musical guest.

“The Great British Baking Show” (Sunday on PBS at 7 p.m.)
There are a lot of new and returning TV shows premiering this fall, but it’s worth getting yourself addicted to PBS’s baking competition show, brought to the U.S. from the U.K. Right now, PBS is airing Season 2, which is actually the fourth series of the U.K. show. Apparently we’ll be getting these things in random order. No matter. Each episode is scrumptious to watch and the “drama” is never mean-spirited or over-bearing, it’s just good clean delicious fun. The trick is finding when it airs in your area, since it’s not one set time for everyone. Some of us get it Sunday nights at 7 p.m. but head to PBS’s site and check your local listings to see when it’s on for you.

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October 12, 2015
What’s New on TV, Netflix, Digital, and DVD/Blu-ray This Week: September 14-20

At a loss for what to watch this week? From new DVDs and Blu-rays, to what’s streaming on Netflix, we’ve got you covered.

New on DVD and Blu-ray

“Cinderella”
Watch “Downton Abbey” star Lily James rock that iconic glass slipper in Disney’s live action version of the classic fairy tale, which is out on Blu-ray/DVD/Digital HD combo back on September 15. Cate Blanchett, Richard Madden, and Helena Bonham-Carter co-star in the family favorite, directed by Kenneth Branagh. Bonus features include “A Fairy Tale Comes to Life,” “Costume Test Fun,” “Staging The Ball,” “Ella’s Furry Friends,” “Ella’s Childhood,” an alternate opening, and the Disney short “Frozen Fever.”

“Furious 7”
Take one last ride with Paul Walker and company when the blockbuster finally arrives on DVD and Blu-ray on September 15. The Blu-ray has tons of extras, including all-new extended edition of the movie, plus more than 90 minutes of exclusive bonus features, including deleted scenes, “Talking Fast,” “Back to the Starting Line,” “Flying Cars,” “Snatch and Grab,” “Tower Jumps,” “Inside the Fight,” “The Cars of Furious,” “Race Wars,” the “See You Again” Official Music Video, and “Making of Fast & Furious Supercharged Ride.” Here’s a cool cars clip:

“Love & Mercy”
Paul Dano and John Cusack play Brian Wilson, the brilliant leader of The Beach Boys, in this biopic following his music success and mental health struggle in the 1960s and ’80s. Blu-ray features include “A California Story: Creating the Look of Love & Mercy,” “A-Side/B-Side: Portraying the Life of Brian Wilson,” deleted scenes, and audio commentary with director/producer Bill Pohlad and executive producer/co-writer Oren Moverman.

New Video on Demand, Rental Streaming, and Digital Only

“The Mindy Project”
Mindy Kaling’s FOX show was saved from an early death (huzzah!) and will launch Season 4 on Hulu on September 15. According to the L.A. Times, the Season 4 premiere pays homage to the Gwyneth Paltrow movie “Sliding Doors,” exploring what it’d be like if Mindy had never fallen for Danny. Instead, they note, Mindy finds herself in bed with a “Real Housewives” reality producer played by Joseph Gordon-Levitt. (Not a bad alternate reality…) When Mindy visits Danny she finds he’s dating Freida Pinto. Check out the Season 4 trailer:

“Cooties”
Elijah Wood, Rainn Wilson and Alison Pill star in this horror comedy from the creators of “Saw” and “Glee” (interesting combo…). When a cafeteria food virus turns elementary school children into killer zombies, a group of misfit teachers must band together to escape the playground carnage. “Cooties” is out in select theaters, On Demand, and on iTunes on September 18.

“Naomi & Ely’s No Kiss List”
Victoria Justice and Pierson Fodé star in this coming of age story based on the novel by the authors of “Nick & Norah’s Infinite Playlist.” It’s available exclusively on iTunes on September 18. The story follows Naomi and Ely, two lifelong best friends who have been in love with each other their whole lives, even though Ely isn’t exactly into girls. The institution of a “No Kiss List” has prevented the two from rifts in the past, but their bond is tested when they both fall for the same guy.

New on Netflix

“Keith Richards: Under the Influence”
This Netflix original documentary, out September 18, gives fans intimate access to the now 71-year-old Rolling Stone legend, following his life story, musical influences, and candid thoughts on aging.

“The Blacklist”
You can binge-watch Season 2 of NBC’s popular crime drama on Netflix starting September 15. Catch up before Red (James Spader) returns for 22 more episodes in Season 3, which premieres October 1.

“The Bank Job”
Jason Statham and Saffron Burrows star in this 2008 London-set bank heist thriller, which arrives on Netflix on September 14.

TV Worth Watching

“67th Primetime Emmy Awards” (Sunday on FOX at 8 p.m.)
The Emmys are here! Andy Samberg hosts TV’s most coveted awards show, which will *probably* feature big wins for the final season of “Mad Men.” Here are all the 2015 nominees.

“Dancing With the Stars” (Monday on ABC at 8 p.m.)
Get your voting paddles ready, ’cause DWTS Season 21 starts September 14. There are 13 couples this season and it’s a pretty interesting lineup. You should at least watch the premiere to see if Paula Deen or Gary Busey will be The One Who Drives Everyone Crazy. It could go either way at this point.

“South Park” (Wednesday on Comedy Central at 10 p.m.)
Go on down to South Park for the 19th time as fresh episodes from Cartman and non-friends hit Comedy Central on September 16. This impressive, and always timely, show will keep going at least through 2019, which will push it over the 300-episode mark.

“Doctor Who” (Saturday on BBC America at 9 p.m.)
Season 9 — the second season following Peter Capaldi as the Twelfth Doctor and the third with Jenna Coleman as Clara — starts September 19. The premiere, “The Magician’s Apprentice,” is the first of a two-parter, and it will be followed by “The Witch’s Familiar.”

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What’s New on TV, Netflix Streaming, Digital, and DVD/Blu-ray This Week: September 7-13

At a loss for what to watch this week? From new DVDs and Blu-rays, to what’s streaming on Netflix, we’ve got you covered.

New Video on Demand, Rental Streaming, and Digital Only

“Avengers: Age of Ultron”
One of the biggest blockbusters of the year is here! The “Avengers” sequel has its Digital HD release on September 8, with the 3D Blu-ray, Blu-ray, DVD, Digital SD, and VOD release coming later on October 2. The Digital 3D, HD, & SD, 3D Blu-ray Combo Pack, Blu-ray bonus materials include never-before-seen deleted scenes, making-of featurettes, a gag reel, and audio commentary.

“Ferrell Takes the Field”
HBO, and its streaming service HBO Now, will premiere this new comedy special from Funny or Die on September 12. Watch Will Ferrell play every position on 10 different baseball teams in one day. ‘Cause, why not?

“The Awesomes”
Season 3 of the animated comedy from Seth Meyers and Mike Shoemaker premieres on Hulu on September 8. The series follows a group of superheroes who step in and replace the members of a legendary but disbanding superhero team. Seth voices “Prock” Awesome, with several fellow SNL stars (including Bill Hader, Rachel Dratch, Kenan Thompson, and Taran Killam) taking on other roles.

New on DVD and Blu-ray

“The Age of Adaline”
Blake Lively’s Adaline survives an accident that leaves her incapable of aging past 29 in this fantasy/romance/drama. Eight decades later, she meets a philanthropist (Michiel Huisman of “Game of Thrones”) and his parents (Harrison Ford, Kathy Baker) and she’s forced to confront her big secret. There are some cool extras with this release, including audio commentary with director Lee Toland Krieger; “A Love Story for the Ages” featurette; “Style Throughout the Ages” featurette; “Discovering Young Harrison Ford: Anthony Ingruber, An Online Sensation” featurette; and deleted scenes.

“American Heist”
Adrien Brody and Hayden Christensen play brothers in this crime drama co-starring Jordana Brewster and Akon. Brody plays older brother Frankie, who took the rap for his younger brother James (Christensen) for a crime they committed together. Within 24 hours of being released from a 10-year jail sentence, Frankie threatens to drag James back into the criminal underworld. Blu-ray extras include a featurette called “Creating a Complex Caper: Pulling off American Heist.”

New on Netflix

“Longmire”
A&E canceled the crime drama after three seasons, but Netflix picked it up and Season 4 will premiere on the streaming service on September 10. Robert Taylor stars as Walt Longmire, sheriff of (fictional) Absaroka County in Wyoming, with Katee Sackhoff as sheriff’s deputy and Lou Diamond Phillips as Walt’s best friend..

“Portlandia”
The 10 episodes of Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein’s brilliant fifth season will be available on Netflix September 12. From the origin of the feminist bookstore to taxidermy arsonists, you won’t want to miss a minute. But you may want to put a bird on it.

“It Happened Here”
This compelling and disturbing 2015 documentary explores sexual assault on college campuses through the personal testimonials of five survivors. It’s available on Netflix September 12.

TV Worth Watching

“Late Show with Stephen Colbert” (Tuesday on CBS at 11:35 p.m.)
Welcome to late night, Stephen Colbert! September 8 marks his start at David Letterman’s old desk, and apparently the first show will be supersized, running until around 12:45 a.m. Colbert’s first guests will be George Clooney and Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush, with musical performances from Jon Batiste and Stay Human.

“Under the Dome” (Thursday on CBS at 10 p.m.)
This is it. Thankfully. The show that started out kinda close to Stephen King’s book and then just went way, way out there is ending its run after three seasons on September 10. Hopefully it ends strong, leaving us with many answers, few questions, and maybe even some wistful nostalgia for the good days.

“Z Nation” (Friday on Syfy at 10 p.m.)
The second season of Syfy’s own zombie apocalypse show starts on September 11. Season 1 ended on a cliffhanger for Murphy (Keith Allan), a survivor immune to zombie bites. According to Syfy’s synopsis: “In the Season 2 premiere, moments have passed since Murphy triggered the launch of tactical nuclear weapons and it’s every man/woman for themselves as the group split up and try to outrun the impending blast. Meanwhile, Citizen Z finds himself battling thawed zombies and unable to communicate with the team, which leads him to make a desperate move that prompts the arrival of a mysterious and deadly bounty hunter.” Fun!

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