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As the broadcast television season approaches its conclusion, CBS is set to conclude the current runs of NCIS: Sydney and Fire Country with a two-hour season finale, both of which are confirmed to return next season. Meanwhile, the Apple TV+ thriller Dope Thief reaches a dramatic climax, and Tom Hardy stars as a detective confronting systemic corruption in the action film Havoc.
NCIS: Sydney
This Australian spinoff wraps up its second season with an intense narrative centered around a World War II memorial event in the picturesque city of Sydney. As tension mounts, the stakes escalate when a stinger missile is reported missing, launching the international team into a frantic search against time to prevent disaster.
Fire Country
In a compelling two-part Season 3 finale, series star Max Thieriot takes on directing duties. The first hour presents a gripping scenario involving a gas station fire, posing a serious challenge for Bode (played by Thieriot) and his colleague Manny (Kevin Alejandro). The stakes heighten further in the second half, where a rapidly spreading wildfire threatens the safety of the Edgewater care facility, endangering Bode’s grandfather, Walter (Jeff Fahey), a former fire chief.
Dope Thief
The season finale of this riveting urban crime drama begins with protagonist Ray (played by Brian Tyree Henry) conflicted after a disastrous impersonation as a DEA agent leads to dire consequences. With his back against the wall, Ray teams up with the formidable rogue agent Mina (portrayed by Marin Ireland) to track down the elusive figure who orchestrated his downfall, setting in motion a series of perilous events. True to the series’ hallmark, this revelation unfolds into a web of danger, culminating in a tense standoff.
Havoc
In the fast-paced action flick Havoc, Tom Hardy epitomizes the role of a hardened detective named Walker. From the creative mind of Gareth Evans, known for his work on Gangs of London, Hardy’s character finds himself embroiled in a chaotic drug deal gone awry, all while being pursued by a criminal syndicate and corrupt law enforcement. The film showcases supporting performances by Forest Whitaker and Timothy Olyphant, adding depth to the high-octane story.
Grosse Pointe Garden Society
This up-and-coming comedy-mystery series may face challenges in securing a second season, particularly after its demotion to a Friday time slot. The latest episode struggles to maintain its narrative drive, focusing largely on soap-opera-esque plotlines. It briefly offers hints about the mystery surrounding a gala night incident while indulging in predictable story arcs involving character relationships and personal dilemmas. With the end of the season looming, the pacing seems stretched, raising concerns about its viability for renewal.
INSIDE FRIDAY TV:
Gold Rush: White Water (8/7c, Discovery): Dustin Hurt returns for a ninth season with aspirations to replicate last year’s success as he and his crew venture into Alaska’s treacherous wilderness in pursuit of lucrative gold nuggets.
Dateline NBC (9/8c, NBC): This episode explores the dark circumstances surrounding the 2019 murder of Michael Cochran in West Virginia, revealing the involvement of his wife in a Ponzi scheme.
International Jazz Day from Morocco (10/9c, PBS): Hosted by Jeremy Irons, this concert special celebrates the universal language of jazz, featuring performances from renowned artists, culminating in a rendition of John Lennon’s “Imagine.”
ON THE STREAM:
Babygirl (streaming on Max): Nicole Kidman stars in this provocative film, debuting on streaming platforms this Saturday, which explores the complex dynamics between a CEO and her young intern.
Jessica Kirson: I’m the Man (streaming on Hulu): This stand-up comedy special features Kirson’s witty takes on various modern-day irritations, delivered through her lively performance.
Morimoto’s Sushi Master (streaming on The Roku Channel): The second season of this culinary contest showcases skilled sushi chefs as they compete to create culinary masterpieces, judged by famed chef Masaharu Morimoto.
WondLa (streaming on Apple TV+): This animated series, based on Tony DiTerlizzi’s popular trilogy, returns for a second season as the young protagonist, Eva, navigates a world filled with surprises in New Attica.
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