What To Watch: The Walking Dead's End Begins, Ron Howard And Spike Lee Docuseries Premieres And More
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On TV this Sunday: The Walking Dead kicks off its final chapter, Ron Howard's Gossip and Spike Lee's NYC Epicenters chronicle New York City history, and Jesse Metcalfe bids farewell to Chesapeake Shores. Here are 14 programs to keep on your radar; all times are Eastern.
Showtimes for August 22, 2021
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Big Brother
CBS
Head of Household Sarah Beth nominates two houseguests for eviction. (Who was booted last week?)
Chesapeake Shores
Hallmark Channel
Abby and Mick deal with O'Brien Construction's less-than-favorable rep, as Abby reflects on the past/contemplates her future. (Who's replacing Jesse Metcalf?)
Gossip
Showtime
Docuseries premiere: This four-part series executive-produced by Ron Howard and Brian Grazer examines the history of tabloid reporting, including Rupert Murdoch's purchase of the New York Post, the creation of Page Six and the career of columnist Cindy Adams.
NYC Epicenters 9/11 Through 2021 and a Half
HBO
Docuseries premiere (two hours): Produced and directed by Spike Lee, this four-part series deep-dives into New York's greatest challenges from the last two decades, sharing stories, memories and insights from local eyewitnesses who lived through it all.
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Animal Kingdom
TNT
Craig struggles with the demands of fatherhood; a desert guru helps Pope confront his demons. (Read Episode 6 recap.)
TV-movie premiere: Aurora and Nick (Fuller House's Candace Cameron Bure and Eureka's Niall Matter) find themselves in danger after they discover a body during a pre-honeymoon getaway; Marilu Henner (Taxi) co-stars.
Heels
Starz
Jack's decision to sabotage Ace's exit brings complicated consequences. (Read premiere post mortem with Stephen Amell and Alexander Ludwig.)
History of the Sitcom
CNN
Season 1 finale: The closing episode examines how the sitcom format provides escapism for many Americans.
Season 2 finale: Meg reboots an old version of Kingdom Scrolls, as Nicky prepares to meet Daisy in real life.
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100 Foot Wave
HBO
Docuseries finale: A competitor suffers a serious injury, as surfers reflect on their love and fear of the unpredictable sport; after sitting out, Garrett puts his injuries behind him and gets back in the water.
Chapelwaite
EPIX
Series premiere: Based on Stephen King's story Jerusalem's Lot, Captain Charles Boone (Adrien Brody) inherits a wealthy cousin's estate in 1850s Maine, where he must battle the darkness that plagued his family for generations; Emily Hampshire (Schitt's Creek) co-stars. (Sneak peek.)
Jerusalem: City of Faith and Fury
CNN
Docuseries finale: Israel emerges victorious in its war against its Arab neighbors, and its control of Palestinian territory kickstarts the Holy Land's ongoing dilemma.
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Work in Progress
Showtime
Season 2 premiere (two episodes): Abby hunts for a therapist she doesn't hate, and gets a new roommate; a crisis triggers repressed memories from Abby's childhood.
