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In the latest Netflix series Running Point, Kate Hudson takes on the role of Isla Gordon, the newly appointed president of a family-owned Los Angeles basketball team, the Waves. This comedy, produced by notable figures including Mindy Kaling and Ike Barinholtz, draws inspiration from the dynamics within the sports industry, particularly reflecting on gender challenges faced by women in leadership positions. Isla, a lifelong basketball enthusiast, confronts skepticism from the media and societal biases while striving to prove her worth in an environment traditionally dominated by men. Alongside Hudson, the cast features Justin Theroux as a troubled former player whose issues led to the team’s struggles, Drew Tarver as her financially savvy half-brother, and Scott MacArthur, who portrays a well-meaning but bumbling general manager. A surprising twist at the end of the pilot episode adds a layer of complexity to the Gordon family’s situation, beyond the realm of basketball.
In the comedy series Ghosts, tensions humorously unfold as spirit Isaac (Brandon Scott Jones) reveals his long-standing animosity towards Founding Father Alexander Hamilton in a playful flashback dubbed as “the great ruffle kerfuffle.” This storyline gives viewers an entertaining look at Isaac’s perspective during a pivotal historical moment, demonstrating how personal grudges can intertwine with broader historical narratives. Meanwhile, Hetty (Rebecca Wisocky) faces a dilemma with her husband Elias (Matt Walsh), whose return from the afterlife brings a morally questionable proposition to the group of ghosts at Woodstone Manor.
The action-thriller series Reacher delves into the protagonist’s past as he confronts his vendetta against this season’s antagonist, Francis Xavier Quinn, who is now known as Julius McCabe. In a riveting flashback, Reacher (Alan Ritchson) reflects on his time in the Army’s Military Police, recalling a promising officer, Dominique Kohl, whose encounter with Quinn continues to haunt him. These nostalgic moments underscore the deep-seated conflicts that shape Reacher’s motivations and ambitions throughout the season.
In the medical drama The Pitt, the chaos unfolds in Pittsburgh’s busiest emergency room as the repercussions of a long and grueling shift begin to surface. With frustrations boiling over, both the patients and staff experience heightened tensions, leading to conflict and emotional turmoil. Dr. McKay (Fiona Dourif) finds herself grappling with a difficult case, aiming to assist a patient she suspects is a victim of trafficking, thus highlighting the ethical dilemmas faced by medical professionals.
The courtroom drama Matlock touches on themes of regret and familial bonds as Matty (Kathy Bates) grapples with her unresolved feelings concerning her daughter’s tragic opioid-related death. This conflict resurfaces when a class-action lawsuit coincides with a wrongful death case linked to a sorority. On Family Day at the office, Matty decides to bring her eager grandson Alfie (Aaron Harris), harboring a hidden agenda while balancing family dynamics and professional responsibilities.
Highlights from Thursday Night TV:
Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage (8/7c, CBS): Lance Barber makes a return as George Sr. in a dream sequence, evoking nostalgia as Georgie (Montana Jordan) faces work-related anxieties.
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (9/8c, NBC): This episode revolves around a Midwest tourist attacked in Times Square who takes justice into her own hands.
Eyes on the Prize III: We Who Believe in Freedom Cannot Rest 1977-2015 (9/8c, HBO): The final chapters of this docuseries address critical social issues such as affirmative action and the emergence of the #BlackLivesMatter movement during the Obama years.
Elsbeth (10/9c, CBS): The sudden death of a real estate mogul arouses suspicion in Elsbeth (Carrie Preston) regarding a lifestyle consultant (Jordana Brewster).
Found (10/9c, NBC): In a heartfelt attempt to connect, Sir (Mark-Paul Gosselaar) seeks Gabi’s (Shanola Hampton) attention while she and Margaret (Kelli Williams) pursue leads on Jamie’s abduction.
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