On TV this Thursday: Criminal Minds: Evolution and Walker return from the holiday break, Mindy Kaling reintroduces the world to Velma Dinkley and Vikings: Valhalla is back for Season 2. Here are 11 programs to keep on your radar; all times are Eastern. (Also check out our weekly TVLine-Up of premieres and finales, plus our monthly streaming guide.)
Series premiere (first three episodes): EP Jason Momoa and elite rock climber Chris Sharma put amateurs through rigorous mental and physical challenges.
Wheels up! The BAU seeks out the truth after the bunker explosion appears to expose the true mastermind behind Sicarius. (Watch sneak peek.)
Series premiere (all 10 episodes): Think of it as an expanded version of The Hustler, only there are 17 honorable contestants (many of whom are reality-TV stars) and three hustl— err, traitors, and they’re attempting to solve a murder mystery; Alan Cumming hosts. (Watch trailer.)
Series premiere (first two episodes): Mindy Kaling’s adult animated comedy offers up an origin story for Scooby-Doo‘s Velma Dinkley. (Watch trailer.)
Season 2 premiere (all eight episodes): New and familiar foes await Freydis, Leif and Harald as they scatter to the far corners of the globe. (Watch trailer.)
While Cordell throws himself into family matters, Cassie and Trey attempt to track down an elusive tech mogul. (Which CW drama was just renewed?)
Sam offers relationship advice to Freddie; Sasappis strikes up a romance with Jessica. (What are CBS’ best- and worst-rated shows?)
Olivia attempts to help the gang member who attacked her; Fin is tasked with hiring new detectives for the Bronx SVU. (Which L&O rates highest?)
Abby’s secret is jeopardized when her estranged sister (Republic of Sarah‘s Stella Baker) arrives in town and demands that Tom find Liam’s “missing” wife.
Kat hits it off with Sheila’s retirement home friends; Randi wants to tell Carter that she doesn’t like her engagement ring. (Watch Leslie Jordan tribute.)
Brandon “The Lightning Bolt” Blackwell faces a heavy metal music enthusiast, a high school teacher and an oncologist. (Which game shows are on the bubble?)
