Welcome to a new week and another round of What to Watch on TV! Our picks for the week of August 11th include exciting season and series premieres, and animated series for all ages.
This week, we feature SEAL Team, Emily in Paris, Bad Monkey, and more!
Here are our recommendations for what to watch on TV this week:
Industry – Sunday, August 11th
While Robert has to overcome the challenges he faces working with Lumi’s CEO, Pierpoint extends its first offer. IndustrySeason 3 premieres Sunday, August 11th at 9/8c on MAX.
Episode Description:Pierpoint is preparing to extend its first offer. Robert faces some challenges in working with Lumi’s CEO.
SEAL Team – Sunday, August 11th
SEAL Team returns for another season this week. BRAVO will be forced to the sidelines while Lieutenant Davis is selected to lead a new special ops initiative. SEAL Team Season 7’s first two episodes premiere Sunday, August 11th on Paramount+.
Episodes Description:After taking a stand against Command for better warfighter health, BRAVO is forced to the sidelines and eventually sent to Sweden on an underwhelming assignment; Lieutenant Davis is picked by Admiral Rivas to lead a new spec ops initiative.
Bravo finds themselves at the scene of a terrorist attack in Sweden and Jason survives a close call; Lieutenant Davis gives her new unit an ultimatum; a family member surprises Drew and issues a mysterious warning.
Solar Opposites – Monday, August 12th
DuringSolar OppositesSeason 5, Korvo and Terrycelebrate their honeymoon. Later, Korvo uses a special device to relieve the same day over and over again, trying to impress the hardware store guy.Solar Opposites will be available to stream on Monday, August 12th,on Hulu.
Episode Description:A family of aliens from a better world must take refuge in middle America, and they disagree on whether Earth is awful or awesome.
61st Street – Monday, August 12th
The community turns against Franklin after he decides to represent Officer Logan. Meanwhile, Logan’s relationship with his father gets more complicated.61st StreetSeason 2 Episode 4, “Kamikaze,” airs Monday, August 12th at 9/8c on The CW.
Episode Description:Franklin’s decision to represent Officer Logan turns the community–and Martha–against him. Joshua grows suspicious about Big Phil. Logan’s relationship with his father is tested.
100 Day Hotel Challenge – Tuesday, August 13th
As a couple, Brian and Mika Kleinschmidt share a passion for real estate. In their new series, they will compete against each other to transform two dated hotels in North Carolina.100 Day Hotel Challengepremieres Tuesday, August 13th at 8/7c on HGTV.
Episode Description:Brian and Mika Kleinschmidt have fallen in love with two hotels, and they’ve created a competition to renovate both in 100 days; they’ve invited Jonathan Knight, Kristina Crestin and Bryan and Sarah Bauemler to tackle the guest rooms.
Bad Monkey – Wednesday, August 14th
When a case involving a human arm turns up, Andrew Yancy (a former police officer turned health inspector) takes the lead. Bad MonkeySeason 1 premieres its first two episodes on Wednesday, August 14th on Apple TV+.
Series Description:A former Miami Police Department member turned health inspector, Andrew Yancy, investigates a case involving a human arm; he navigates through eccentric characters and unexpected challenges, all while dealing with his own personal struggles.
Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures – Wednesday, August 14th
A new season follows the Jedi younglings as they continue to study the ways of the force, explore the galaxy, help those in need, and learn the skills necessary to become Jedi.Star Wars: Young Jedi AdventuresSeason 2 premieres Wednesday, August 14th at 9 am/8c on Disney Junior.
Episode Description: The young Jedi are led on a mission by a new Padawan; Kai sets out to find a lost youngling.
Bel-Air – Thursday, August 15th
Continuing the re-imagination ofThe Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,Bel-Air Season 3 premieres its first three episodes this week. Bel-Air Season 3 will be available to stream on Thursday, August 15th on Peaco*ck.
Series Description:A re-imagination of the beloved sitcom “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” set in modern-day America through a new, dramatic take on Will’s complicated journey from the streets of West Philadelphia to the gated mansions of Bel Air. As these worlds collide, he reckons with the power of second chances while navigating the conflicts, emotions and biases of a world far different from the only one he’s ever known.
Emily in Paris – Thursday, August 15th
Continuing Netflix’s tradition, Emily in Paris Season 4 will be available in two parts. Emily in Paris Season 4 Part 1 starts streaming on Thursday, August 15th.
Series Description:Chicago marketing executive Emily Cooper is hired to provide an American perspective at a marketing firm in Paris.
Rick and Morty: The Anime – Friday, August 16th
For fans ofRick and Mortywho want more of the show, Rick and Morty: The Animebrings more adventures featuring the iconic pair.Rick and Morty: The Animepremieres Friday, August 16th at 12/11c on Adult Swim.
Episode Description:In this new universe, Morty falls in love with a new girl. And the Galactic Federation goes after Rick and his mysterious device.
The Union – Friday, August 16th
Mark Wahlberg and Halle Berry star together in Netflix’s new movie following a construction worker turned spy.The Unionpremieres Friday, August 16th on Netflix.
Movie Description:Mike, a down-to-earth construction worker, is thrust into the world of super spies and secret agents when his high school sweetheart, Roxanne, recruits him on a high-stakes US intelligence mission.
Tempted by Love – Saturday, August 17th
An unexpected romance starts between a famous chef and a driver 20 years younger than her after he picks her up from the airport.Tempted by Love premieres Saturday, August 17th at 8/7c on Lifetime.
Movie Description:Returning home to care for her aunt, a renowned chef gets picked up at the airport by a handsome driver who’s 20 years younger than her. They soon make an unexpected yet passionate connection as they share a mutual interest in food, family and fun.
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Lara Rosales
Lara Rosales is a bilingual writer with a BA in Latin-American Literature. She works in PR, hosts a podcast (Cats, Milfs & Lesbian Things), and writes on the internet about TV and movies. Some of her articles can be found on Eulalie Magazine, Geek Girl Authority, Collider, USA Wire, Mentors Collective, Instelite, Noodle, Dear Movies, and Flip Screened.
