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Super Bowl
SUNDAY: Whether you tune in for the thrilling game itself, the entertaining performances (Kendrick Lamar during halftime and Jon Batiste delivering the National Anthem), or the extravagant ads that capture attention, the Super Bowl is a major television event. This year’s matchup features a highly anticipated rematch between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs, who are seeking their third consecutive title. The event, set to take place in New Orleans, will also see Tom Brady, the legendary quarterback with seven Super Bowl titles, join the broadcast as the lead analyst, working alongside play-by-play announcer Kevin Burkhardt, with Tom Rinaldi and Erin Andrews covering the sidelines.
Discovery
Puppy Bowl
SUNDAY: The Puppy Bowl may lack the intensity of the Super Bowl, but it undoubtedly wins in cuteness. This heartwarming event promotes pet adoption through a fun and playful competition among adorable puppies. Celebrity appearances include Dan Smyers of the country duo Dan + Shay, who brings a rescue puppy from Wags & Walks Nashville to one of his concerts. Additionally, Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Derrick Nnadi and his girlfriend, Nani, visit the Humane Society of Greater Kansas City to meet a competitor, a pit bull mix named Parsnip, in this light-hearted spectacle.
North American Shore League
Great American Rescue Bowl
SUNDAY: Formerly known as the Kitten Bowl, this annual event has transformed into a showcase for a variety of shelter animals, emphasizing the importance of adopting pets in need. Partnering with North Shore Animal League, America’s largest no-kill shelter, GAF presents a two-hour special hosted by animal advocate Beth Stern. The program highlights rescue stories, including those of animals saved from natural disasters, like the California wildfires, and showcases the successful adoption of older cats, emphasizing that pets of all ages deserve a loving home.
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All Creatures Great and Small
SUNDAY: A refreshing alternative to the sports-centric programming is a new episode of the beloved series that appeals to animal lovers and fans of heartfelt storytelling. This episode focuses on Richard Carmody, a young veterinarian in training played by James Anthony-Rose, as he anxiously awaits his final exam results. The outcome presents Richard with a thrilling opportunity that could take him away from the nurturing environment he has grown fond of. Meanwhile, his budding feelings for farm worker Doris (Caroline Menton) add to his dilemma, while his boss Siegfried (Samuel West) becomes intrigued by the enigmatic Miss Grantley (Juliet Aubrey), who brings in goats suffering from an unexplained illness.
I Will Survive: The Gloria Gaynor Story
SATURDAY: Gloria Gaynor’s iconic anthem of resilience made waves in the 1970s, but it is her journey through a challenging marriage to her manager Linwood Simon (Lance Gross) that truly defined her strength. The biopic stars Tony Award winner Joaquina Kalukango as Gaynor, featuring stirring performances of her legendary hits including the title track, “Never Can Say Goodbye,” and “I Am What I Am.”
INSIDE WEEKEND TV:
26th Annual Super Bowl Soulful Celebration (Saturday, 8/7c, Fox): Leading up to the Super Bowl, this celebratory concert from the Mahalia Jackson Theater in New Orleans showcases gospel and Big Easy traditions with performances by The Isley Brothers, Yolanda Adams, Tori Kelly, and others. Michael Strahan is set to receive the Lifetime of Inspiration Award, while New Orleans Saints player Cameron Jordan and Los Angeles Rams player Jared Verse will be honored for their contributions to the community.
Sisterhood, Inc. (Saturday, 8/7c, Hallmark Channel): In this romantic comedy, Rachael Leigh Cook stars as Megan, a corporate professional who tries to manage her sister Izzy’s (Daniella Monet) personal life, only to have her plans interrupted by a charming psychology professor (Leonidas Gulaptis).
Incredible Northern Vets (Saturday, 10/9c, National Geographic WILD): This engaging docu-reality series follows three indigenous veterinarians as they provide care for a diverse range of animals across various clinics in different provinces.
48 Hours (Saturday, 10/9c, CBS): Peter Van Sant investigates the haunting 1996 murder case of 15-year-old Danielle “Danni” Houchins in Montana, whose body was discovered in a swamp, highlighting the complexities and tragedies surrounding this case.
Yellowstone to Yosemite with Kevin Costner (Saturday, streaming on Fox Nation): Kevin Costner hosts and produces a three-part docuseries that retraces the historic 1903 expedition of President Teddy Roosevelt and environmentalist John Muir, which was pivotal in the establishment of the National Park system.
Miss Scarlet (Sunday, 8/7c, PBS): In this intriguing mystery series, aspiring private investigator Miss Scarlet (Kate Phillips) takes center stage as she navigates a new case involving the murder of a celebrated operetta composer, prompting discussions about her capabilities with the skeptical Detective Inspector Blake (Tom Durant-Pritchard).
The Floor (Sunday, approximately 10:30 pm/ET, Fox): Rob Lowe returns to host the third season of this captivating game show, which showcases contestants navigating a grid of illuminated squares in a lively post-Super Bowl event.
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