Wednesday, April 15: The Vampires Return in ‘What We Do in the Shadows’ – Channel Guide Magazine

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What We Do in the ShadowsFX, 10pmSeason Premiere!The comedy about centuries-old vampires living together in present-day Staten Island is back for Season 2, presenting a new world of challenges and changes for Nandor (Kayvan Novak), Nadja (Natasia Demetriou), Laszlo (Matt Berry), Colin Robinson (Mark Proksch) and human familiar Guillermo (Harvey Guilln). Guest stars in the new season include Haley Joel Osment and Mark Hamill.

The Innocence FilesNetflixNew Series!This series shines a light on the untold personal stories behind eight cases of wrongful conviction that the nonprofit organization the Innocence Project and organizations within the Innocence Network have uncovered and worked tirelessly to overturn. Over nine episodes, these stories expose difficult truths about the state of Americas deeply flawed criminal justice system. The series is executive produced by, and has some episodes directed by, Oscar nominee Liz Garbus, and Oscar winners Alex Gibney and Roger Ross Williams.

The Big Interview With Dan RatherAXS TV, 8pmSeason Premiere!Musician Huey Lewis, 69, talks about his hits with the News, being diagnosed with a potentially career-damaging hearing loss and what the future holds.

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills: The Crown Isnt So HeavyBravo, 8pmSeason Premiere!Kyles new clothing line brings the women of Beverly Hills together for New York Fashion Week, where Dorit quickly realizes Kyles lack of experience in the fashion world could turn into a runway disaster. Erika takes Lisa Rinna, Teddi and Denise on a revealing trip down memory lane. Denise, who is trying her best to ignore legal issues with her notorious ex-husband, introduces the group to her longtime friend Garcelle Beauvais.

The Masked Singer Sing-Along SpectacularFOX, 8pmGet your costumes on and gather your friends for The Masked Singers first singalong special, featuring some of Season 3s best performances presented with lyrics onscreen.

Chicago Med: A Needle in the HeartNBC, 8pmSeason Finale!Dr. Marcel (Dominic Rains) is visited by two New Orleans detectives who have questions about his past. Meanwhile, Dr. Choi (Brian Tee) puts his life in danger to save a child and Dr. Charles (Oliver Platt) gives fatherly advice to his young daughter.

Doctors and PatientsTCM, beginning at 8pmCatch a Classic!The movie doctors will see you now! Enjoy an evening of classic films dealing with various aspects of doctor/patient relationships. The lineup begins with 1939s Dark Victory, featuring Oscar nominee Bette Davis as a woman coming to terms with her impending death. Also included is Sidney Poitiers feature film debut, as a doctor in No Way Out (1950); the medical thriller Coma (1978); and two 1938 dramas, Young Dr. Kildare and The Citadel.

American Housewife: All Is Fair in Love and War ReenactmentABC, 9pmKatie (Katy Mixon) reminds Anna-Kat (Julia Butters) that she is a strong, independent young woman and encourages her to start standing up for herself when dealing with Taylor (Meg Donnelly). Meanwhile, Oliver (Daniel DiMaggio) feels left out when Greg (Diedrich Bader) invites Lonnie (Matt Shively), Trip (Peyton Meyer) and Franklin (Evan OToole) to join him at the Historical Guilds latest reenactment of the Battle of Westport.

SEAL Team: Edge of NowhereCBS, 9pmBravo Team pursues a high-value target a new terrorist leader sabotaging Afghan peace negotiations and Clay (Max Thieriot) learns about leadership.

LEGO MastersFOX, 9pmSeason Finale!Which brick-building duo will win the title of LEGO Masters? Find out as Will Arnett hosts the Season 1 finale.

Chicago Fire: 51s Original BellNBC, 9pmSeason Finale!When one of 51s own gets injured on a call, Lt. Severide (Taylor Kinney) becomes obsessed with helping out. Meanwhile, Foster (Annie Ilonzeh) contemplates a big decision and Kidd (Miranda Rae Mayo) is concerned for one of her high school trainees.

Blood Sugar RisingPBS, 9pmDiabetes affects 100 million Americans, costing over $350 billion annually. Explore the history and science of this epidemic and meet some of the faces behind the statistics whose stories bring insights and hope.

S.W.A.T.: ViceCBS, 10pmIn the new episode Vice, the SWAT team searches for an escaped convict who plans to kill Tan (David Lim) and every member of law enforcement who helped put him in prison.

Deadly Recall: Air McNairInvestigation Discovery, 10pmSeason Premiere!Season 2 again features former Nashville police Detective Pat Postiglione who used his incredible memory to solve cases looking back on some of his well-known cases. In the premiere, Pat learns that one of Nashvilles celebrities, former Tennessee Titan quarterback and public hero Steve McNair, has been found dead in his condo. The body of a young female was also present in an apparent double homicide.

Chicago P.D.: Silence of the NightNBC, 10pmSeason Finale!Atwater (LaRoyce Hawkins) goes undercover to take down a gun-trafficking ring but discovers an officer from his past is undercover in the same organization.

The Disney Family SingalongABC, 8pmCelebrating family, music and the love of all things Disney, Ryan Seacrest hosts this magical one-hour television special. The nationwide singalong event will feature celebrities with their families as they take on their favorite Disney tunes from their homes. Special guests include Ariana Grande, Demi Lovato, Alan Menken, Elle Fanning, Josh Groban, Darren Criss, Tori Kelly, Marcus Scribner, Christina Aguilera, Erin Andrews, Bobby Bones, Michael Bubl, Kristin Chenoweth, Aulii Cravalho, Luke Evans, Jordan Fisher, Josh Gad, Derek Hough, Julianne Hough, Carrie Ann Inaba, Little Big Town, Kenny Ortega, Donny Osmond, Thomas Rhett, Amber Riley, John Stamos, and many more. With an animated character to guide the on-screen lyrics, audiences, families, roommates and loved ones can follow along in perfect harmony with their favorite celebrities as they sing beloved melodies from Disney classics, including Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid and Toy Story to more recent fan favorites like Moana, Frozen and High School Musical.

Jump Shot: The Kenny Sailors StoryOn DemandFrom executive producer Stephen Curry, the award-winning documentary film Jump Shot: The Kenny Sailors Story celebrates the true story of Kenny Sailors, the forgotten basketball legend who introduced the jump shot, became a two-time collegiate All-American and NBA pioneer, revolutionized the sport for women, served as a U.S. Marine in World War II, and then quietly faded into history. The film debuts digitally on demand beginning April 16. A portion of the proceeds from the on demand release will benefit Convoy of Hopes COVID-19 response initiative to provide meals in underserved communities.

Young Sheldon: A Baby Tooth and the Egyptian God of KnowledgeCBS, 8pmIn the new episode A Baby Tooth and the Egyptian God of Knowledge, Sheldon (Iain Armitage) has a scientific breakthrough at the dentists office.

Last Man Standing: The Big LeBaxterFOX, 8pmIn the new episode The Big LeBaxter, Vanessa (Nancy Travis) anxiously waits for the teachers association to endorse her campaign for state assembly.

Man With a Plan: The Ex FilesCBS, 8:30pmAdam (Matt LeBlanc) and Don (Kevin Nealon) become super protective of Lowell (Matt Cook) when they think he might get back together with his cheating ex-wife in the new episode The Ex Files.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine: RansomNBC, 8:30pmHolt (Andre Braugher) asks for Jakes (Andy Samberg) help in a case that is exceptionally meaningful to him. Meanwhile, Charles (Joe Lo Truglio) and Terry (Terry Crews) work together on a side business.

Mom: Big Sad Eyes and an Antique Hot DogCBS, 9pmIts a variation on the story playing out all over our quarantined world. Stuck in close quarters on a sober retreat, mother-daughter recovering addicts Bonnie (Allison Janney) and Christy (Anna Faris) and their AA friends see their relationships begin to fray. We just hope Marjorie (Mimi Kennedy) didnt bring her cats!

In the Dark: All About the BenjaminThe CW, 9pmSeason Premiere!Murphy (Perry Mattfeld) is on the mend from her terrifying encounter with Dean (Rich Sommer), but Nias (guest star Nicki Micheaux) visit spurs her into action. Murphy, Jess (Brooke Markham) and Felix (Morgan Krantz) must act quickly to devise a plan that will keep them out of Nias crosshairs and, possibly, save Guiding Hope in the process.

Will & Grace: New CribNBC, 9pmKaren (Megan Mullally) pulls out all the stops in Blattsville to make the celebration for her baseball teams championship big enough to humiliate Stanley and Danley Walker (guest star Patton Oswalt). While there to support Karen, Will (Eric McCormack) and Grace (Debra Messing) are shown an open house by a local realtor (guest star Yvette Nicole Brown), leading to a hard conversation about their future living arrangement. Jack (Sean Hayes) learns hes a local celebrity from a Blattsvillian (guest star Sarah Baker).

Copycat KillersREELZChannel, 9pmA true crime based on a fake one: Vengeful brothers Mark and James Baigent pick up some killer strategies from CSI like removing evidence with sticky tape to cover up the 2006 murder of their half brother, Andrew.

Broke: The DanceCBS, 9:30pmAn air conditioner on the fritz is a call to action. Luis (Izzy Diaz) coaches underpaid bartender Jackie (PauleyPerrette) on asking for a raise, while her cash-poor sis, Elizabeth (Natasha Leggero), and brother-in-law Javier (Jaime Camil) muster the bluster to collect on an old loan to friends.

Indebted: Everybodys Talking About the ShivaNBC, 9:30pmSeason Finale!After Debs (Fran Drescher) Aunt Judith dies, she passes the torch of hosting shiva to Rebecca (Abby Elliott) and Dave (Adam Pally). They take this as an opportunity to put a modern spin on old traditions, which makes Debbie regret passing the torch to begin with. At the shiva, Joanna (Jessy Hodges) is worried she too will die alone, which forces her to look for love in unlikely places and people.

Top Chef: Bring Your Loved One to WorkBravo, 10pmIn the Quickfire, its a true test of communication as the chefs play a game of telephone with their loved ones as they try to reproduce the dish their family member is currently eating at a nearby restaurant. Then, the chefs are tasked with creating a signature product that they will bottle, use on a dish and sell at a food festival. Celebrity chef Nancy Silverton is the guest judge joining Tom, Padma and Gail.

Swamp PeopleHistory, 10pmSeason Finale!On the reality shows finale (the second of two episodes), Louisiana hunters Troy and Terral spend the last day of gator season tagging the massive reptiles in a cursed bayou. Some of that bad juju finds its way to fellow hunter Daniel, whose airboat breaks down in the middle of the marsh.

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit: Solving for the UnknownsNBC, 10pmThe SVU struggles to find a serial predator who uses a date rape drug that leaves no evidence behind. Meanwhile, Rollins (Kelli Giddish) receives some good news.

MetropolisTCM, 11pmCatch a Classic!This evening is the start of a weekend on TCM called The TCM Classic Film Festival The Home Version. Today through late Sunday night, the network will air a wide range of iconic films that have been screened at the TCM Classic Film Festival over the years. One of tonights highlights is Fritz Langs 1927 silent sci-fi masterpiece Metropolis. With groundbreaking visual effects that are still stunning after nearly a century, the influential film is set in 2027 in the titular city where wealthy businesspeople rule over an underground-dwelling working class.

SergioNetflixOriginal Film!Wagner Moura (Narcos) and Ana de Armas (Knives Out, No Time to Die) headline this sweeping drama inspired by a true story and set during the chaotic aftermath of the U.S. invasion of Iraq. Moura plays a U.N. diplomat whose plan to transition from work in unstable regions to a quieter life with the woman he loves is upended when he is trapped after a bomb blast in Baghdad.

Eva Marie Saint: Live From the TCM Classic Film FestivalTCM, 2pmThe coronavirus put the kibosh on this weekends L.A. film fest, so TCM turned past highlights into a home version! The late Robert Osborne and Eva Marie Saint chat before her gem North by Northwest (1959).

Fatal Vows: Opposites Can KillInvestigation Discovery, 8pmSeason Finale!Young single mother Kathy wants a good life for herself and her son. That life soon includes aspiring rap star Juan, who has ambitions of his own. But their dreams clash, and tempers erupt when Kathy decides she wants more out of life no matter what the cost.

The Blacklist: Gordon KempNBC, 8pmA blacklist case forces Liz (Megan Boone) to choose sides between Red (James Spader) and the Task Force. Meanwhile, Red tries to calm a panicked Ilya Koslov (guest star Brett Cullen), who believes he is under surveillance.

Magnum P.I.: Farewell to LoveCBS, 9pmIn the new episode Farewell to Love, Magnum (Jay Hernandez) and Higgins (Perdita Weeks) are working undercover as a couple on a romantic bus tour when a murder forces them to switch gears.

Dynasty: You Make Being a Priest Sound Like Something BadThe CW, 9pmBlake (Grant Show) gets closer to finalizing an important deal while Cristals (Daniella Alonso) big charity event approaches. Fallon (Elizabeth Gillies) searches out the perfect wedding gift for Liam (Adam Huber), and Sam (Rafael de la Fuente) gets a lesson in friendship from Colby (Sam Adegoke).

Somewhere South: What a PicklePBS, 9pmHear Vivians lecture on chow chow, a quintessentially Southern relish, at Ashevilles first ever Chow Chow Festival. Her preservation education dives into Indian and Sri Lankan pickles, Puerto Rican escabeche, and Korean kimchi.

Strike BackCinemax, 10pmSeries Finale!After seven seasons airing in the U.S., three cast overhauls and a canceled cancellation, the rock-em, sock-em ride of British-led covert-ops team Section 20 ends tonight. Theyve been put through the wringer and lost two of their own; now Coltrane (Jamie Bamber), Wyatt (Daniel MacPherson) and Novin (Alin Sumarwata) are battered and beaten, says exec producer Jack Lothian, but theyre not going down without a fight. As the army vets take the offensive against Albanian crime boss Arianna Demachi (Ivana Milicevic), fans can expect bigger-than-ever helicopter chases, boats, horses, prison breaks, heists, casino fights and shoot-outs, Lothian says. Hooah!

Dishing With Julia ChildPBS, 10pmIn tonights first episode, The Potato Show, Rick Bayless comments on Julia Childs performance preparing potatoes. Collaborator and dear friend Jacques Pepin discuss Childs love of butter and her gracious approach to meet all of the staff at restaurants where they dined. In To Roast a Chicken, Vivian Howard and Marcus Samuelsson enjoy Childs presentation of chickens. They note how she invented cooking on television and discuss her mission to educate viewers about the value of prime ingredients and how to prepare them.

Creature From the Black LagoonTCM, 12am (late-night)Catch a Classic!Turner Classic Movies The TCM Classic Film Festival The Home Version themed weekend continues today with a lot of great films. Fans of old-school creature features will definitely want to tune in later this evening for Creature From the Black Lagoon, the 1954 classic that introduced the Gill-Man as the last great Universal Studios monster. Its great, chilling fun, and the famed underwater scenes (with stuntman Ricou Browning wearing the monster suit) notably were a later inspiration for Steven Spielbergs opening scene to Jaws.

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Wednesday, April 15: The Vampires Return in 'What We Do in the Shadows' - Channel Guide Magazine

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