Day: July 5, 2023

Weekly Previews

Week’s top-10 for July 10: Drama ends; comedies return

1) “The Blacklist” series finale, 8 and 9 p.m. Thursday, NBC. For 10 seasons, this has given us cleverly tangled stories, backed by James Spader’s stylish performance. Spader (shown here) has had two Golden Globe best-actor nominations, as an ex-criminal (going by the name “Red Redington”) who gives tips to an FBI task force. Now – just as the task force is being investigated by a congressman – we may learn his real identity and the secrets he’s held for a decade. Read more…

By Mike Hughes / July 5, 2023
Daily Best Bets

Best-bets for July 7: Fridays add light dramas, music, more

1) “Family Law” season-opener, 8 p.m., CW. Abby’s life was derailed by alcoholism and a cheating husband. Almost disbarred, she had to work in her dad’s law office, with two half-siblings. Now things are worse: Her half-sister had a break-up and their father (Victor Garber, shown here with Jewel Staite as Abby) is dating an abrasive TV commentator. Also, there’s a strange new court case. Despite flaws (likable characters are scarce), this Canadian show works fairly well as a light drama. Read more…

By Mike Hughes / July 5, 2023