Legacies Season 2 Episode 7 Photos: Preview of “It Will All Be Painfully Clear Soon Enough”

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November 22, 2019

The CW’s Legacies season two episode six found Josie restoring everyone’s memories of Hope wthout any warning. Of course, that’s going to lead to a bunch of new problems – not the least of which is Landon’s agonizing decision regarding where his heart lies. And, unfortunately, fans will have to wait two weeks for any answers as the series will be taking a break for the Thanksgiving holidays.

Season two episode seven, “It Will All Be Painfully Clear Soon Enough,” was directed by Lauren Petzke from a script by Jimmy Mosqueda and Cynthia Adarkwa. Episode seven airs on Thursday, December 5, 2019 at 9pm ET/PT.

Legacies stars Danielle Rose Russell as Hope Mikaelson, Jenny Boyd as Lizzie Saltzman, Kaylee Bryant as Josie Saltzman, and Quincy Fouse as MG. Aria Shahghasemi is Landon Kirby, Peyton Alex Smith is Rafael Waithe, and Matt Davis is Alaric Saltzman.

“It Will All Be Painfully Clear Soon Enough” Plot – THE RACE TO CLOSE THE MALIVORE PORTAL — After deciding that leaving town would be for the best, Hope (Russell) gets pulled back in after Josie (Bryant) comes up with a risky plan to close the Malivore portal. Elsewhere, Alaric (Davis) and Dorian (guest star Demetrius Bridges) make an alarming discovery about Professor Vardemus (guest star Alexis Denisof), while Rafael (Smith) learns some upsetting news about Landon’s (Shahghasemi) future.

The Season 2 Plot:

Last season, viewers were thrilled to tap into a whole new passion for The Vampire Diaries / The Originals universe, when the third installment in the franchise launched with Legacies. Set in the Salvatore Boarding School for the Young and Gifted, Legacies told the story of the next generation of supernatural beings as they learn what it means to be special in a world that may never understand. Typically a school for vampires like MG (Fouse), werewolves like Rafael (Smith) and witches like twins Lizzie (Boyd) and Josie Saltzman (Bryant), the kids and their beloved headmaster Dr. Alaric Saltzman (Davis) were stunned to come face to face with a series of monster and creatures they had only ever heard of in myth and lore. A dragon. A gargoyle. The Headless Horseman.

The evil behind the real-life resurrection of these formerly fictional beings proved to have a horrifying connection to the school’s newest student, Landon Kirby (Shahghasemi). This led his first and only love, Hope Mikaelson (Russell), the school’s shining star, to sacrifice her place at the school — and in the world — to protect Landon from a terrible fate.

Season two will show us a world without Hope Mikaelson and all the chaos that goes along with it. All the while, Hope will be trying to find her way back to the school she has learned to call home and the friends she has learned to love like family. It will be filled with new monsters and more romantic and emotional surprises than ever.

Legacies Season 2 Episode 7 — Kaylee Bryant as Josie, Jenny Boyd as Lizzie, and Danielle Rose Russell as Hope in ‘Legacies’ season 2 episode 7 (Photo: Mark Hill © 2019 The CW Network)

Evil Season 1 Episode 9: Photos and Preview of “Exorcism Part 2”

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Rebecca Murray

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November 22, 2019

Evil Season 1 Episode 9 — Katja Herbers as Kristen Bouchard and Patrick Brammall as Andy Bouchard in ‘Evil’ season 1 episode 9 (Photo: Elizabeth Fisher © 2019 CBS Broadcasting, Inc)

Peter Scolari (Girls, Gotham) guest stars as Bishop Marx on CBS’s Evil season one episode nine. “Exorcism Part 2” was directed by Fred Toye from a script by Louisa Hill and is set to air on Thursday, December 5, 2019 at 10pm ET/PT. (The series is taking a break for the Thanksgiving holiday.)

Episode nine guest stars include Renée Elise Goldsberry, Karen Pittman, Noah Robbins, Jennifer Ferrin, Jeremy Shamos, Kyle Selig, Patrice Bell, and Graham Rowat.

Evil season one stars Katja Herbers (Westworld, The Leftovers) as Kristen Bouchard, Mike Colter (Luke Cage, The Good Wife) as David Acosta, Christine Lahti as Sheryl Luria, Aasif Mandvi (Blue Bloods, A Series of Unfortunate Events) as Ben Shakir, Michael Emerson (Person of Interest, Lost) as Leland Townsend, and Kurt Fuller is Dr. Boggs. Brooklyn Shuck (Rise, I Shudder) plays Lynn Bouchard, Skylar Gray (Me, Myself and I) is Lila Bouchard, Maddy Crocco is Lexis Bouchard, and Dalya Knapp plays Laura Bouchard.

“Exorcism Part 2” Plot – David is shocked to learn he is being sued for inflicting severe psychological harm on Caroline Hopkins (Karen Pittman), after he assisted in her exorcism. The accusation leads him to question his future as a priest, especially once he develops a very close connection with his defense attorney, Renée Harris (Renée Elise Goldsberry)

The Season 1 Plot, Courtesy of CBS:

“Evil is a psychological mystery that examines the origins of evil along the dividing line between science and religion. The series focuses on a skeptical female psychologist who joins a priest-in-training and a carpenter as they investigate the Church’s backlog of unexplained mysteries, including supposed miracles, demonic possessions and hauntings. Their job is to assess if there’s a logical explanation or if something truly supernatural is at work.”

Frozen 2 Review: A Sequel Worth Embracing

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Kevin Finnerty

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November 22, 2019

“I’m going with you,” says Anna (voiced by Kristen Bell). “Anna, no, I have my powers to protect me,” replies her sister, Elsa (voiced by Idina Menzel). “Excuse me, I climbed the north mountain, survived a frozen heart and saved you from my ex-boyfriend so…you know I’m coming!” answers Anna in the highly anticipated animated sequel, Frozen 2.

As Frozen 2 opens, life is good in the kingdom of Arendelle. Anna and Kristoff (voiced by Jonathan Groff) are still together and growing ever closer in their relationship. Olaf the Snowman (voiced by Josh Gad) is enjoying learning things and relaxing in the sun (thanks to Elsa’s magical powers), and Elsa’s happy to see everyone in her kingdom doing well and enjoying life.

However, Elsa’s hiding a disturbing secret. She’s hearing a voice calling to her from the dark forest. Only she can hear it and it won’t stop.

When the kingdom experiences a loss of power and ends up in darkness, Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, and Olaf evacuate the townsfolk to a safety zone. Elsa confides in her sister about the voice, believing it’s the key to what’s happening to Arendelle. She thinks it might also lead to the discovery of the secret to her powers.

No way will the gang allow Elsa to travel alone, so Anna, Kristoff, Olaf, and Sven (the reindeer) join her to travel outside of Arendelle to an ancient, autumn-bound forest in an enchanted land. Their quest to discover the origin of Elsa’s powers in order to save their kingdom is filled with adventure – and songs.

Exciting, visually breathtaking, and at times slightly dark, Frozen 2 is a sequel that not only matches its predecessor, it surpasses it. The film has an even bigger adventure with deeper character development for not only Elsa and Anna but also for Olaf and Kristoff as well.

Idina Menzel as the voice of Elsa brings to life the inner struggle inside the young woman who’s yearning to follow the voice and hopefully discover the secret behind her magical powers while at the same time being fearful of losing those she loves. She also embraces and truly enjoys her magical powers, realizing she was always meant to have them.

Menzel’s two new songs – “Into the Unknown” and “Show Yourself” – are the two best songs in the film. They’re even better than the first film’s original songs and have deeper meaning than the first film’s big hit, “Let It Go.”

Kristen Bell returns as the voice of Anna who, in this sequel, is determined to stick with Elsa on her journey no matter how dangerous. Her loyalty, love, and devotion to Elsa are unwavering. She also comes up against new challenges and dangers that force her to face the possibility of great loss.

Josh Gad’s back as the voice of Olaf, the character who once again provides most of the comic relief and humor in the film (on a bigger scale than Frozen). This second adventure is even funnier than the first film and features more jokes and humorous scenes that hit their marks. The nifty little scene in which Olaf quickly summarizes what Elsa and Anna went through in the first film to a group of people they meet on their journey is actually laugh out loud hilarious.

Frozen‘s animation was stunning, but the sequel outdoes it and is more vivid and refined. In particular, the scene with Elsa trying to use her freezing powers to cross the dark sea is visually astounding. The music and songs are stronger and have deeper meaning to the characters in this adventure in which they’re all forced to find their inner strength and courage.

With its glorious animation, stirring action scenes, and its darker, larger story, Frozen 2 is not only one of the best animated films of the year, it’s one of the best films of the year, period.

GRADE: A-

MPAA: PG for action/peril and some thematic elements

Running Time: 104 minutes

Release Date: November 22, 2019

Directed By: Jennifer Lee and Chris Buck

Frozen 2 — Elsa (voice of Idina Menzel) encounters a Nokk — a mythical water spirit that takes the form of a horse — who uses the power of the ocean to guard the secrets of the forest. (Photo © 2019 Disney)

The Rookie Season 2 Episode 9: “Breaking Point” Photos and Preview

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Rebecca Murray

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November 22, 2019

Family drama is front and center in season two episode nine of CBS’s The Rookie. Episode nine, “Breaking Point,” was directed by Leslie Libman from a script by Alexi Hawley and Corey Miller.

“Breaking Point” airs on Sunday, December 1, 2019 at 10pm ET/PT. The guest cast includes Shawn Ashmore as Wesley Evers, Harold Perrineau as Detective Nick Armstrong, Ali Larter as Dr. Grace Sawyer, Jasmine Mathews as Rachel Hall, Carsyn Rose as Lila, and Geoffrey Rivas as Howard Green.

Nathan Fillion leads the cast as John Nolan. Alyssa Diaz is Angela Lopez, Richard T. Jones is Sergeant Wade Grey, Mekia Cox as Nyla Harper, Titus Makin is Jackson West, Melissa O’Neil is Lucy Chen, and Eric Winter plays Tim Bradford.

“Breaking Point” Plot – Officer Nolan’s trust is tested when he tries to help the previous owner of his home reconnect with his family. Meanwhile, Officer Harper has finally earned an overnight visit with her daughter that is put into jeopardy when her past undercover life resurfaces again.

The Series Description, Courtesy of ABC:

“Six months into his career as a cop, John Nolan, the oldest rookie in the LAPD, has used his life experience, determination and sense of humor to keep up with rookies 20 years his junior. But as he embarks on the second half of his rookie year, Nolan will be put to the test by a host of new challenges, romantic relationships and deadly criminals, as he looks to figure out what kind of cop he ultimately wants to be.”

The Rookie Season 2 Episode 9 — Melissa O’Neil and Eric Winter in ‘The Rookie’ season 2 episode 9 (ABC/Christopher Willard)

S.W.A.T. Season 3 Episode 9 Photos: Preview of “Sea Legs”

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Rebecca Murray

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November 22, 2019

The team works on a sensitive operation that hits close to home in CBS’s S.W.A.T. season three episode nine. Directed by Greg Beeman from a script by Craig Gore, “Sea Legs” will air on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at 10pm ET/PT.

The “Lion’s Den” guest cast includes Cathy Cahlin Ryan, Jackson Hurst, Michael Marc Friedman, Malaya Rivera Drew, Aleksandra Genova, Dimiter D. Marinov, and Ilka Urbach. Eliza Bonev, Kevin Fonteyne, Zoran Radanovich, Jenna Lyng Adams, James Thomas Gilbert, Adam Gregor, David Piggot, Patrick Gorman, and Pablo Espinosa also guest star in episode nine.

The cast of season three features Shemar Moore as Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson, Stephanie Sigman as Jessica Cortez, Alex Russell as Jim Street, and Jay Harrington as David “Deacon” Kay. Lina Esco stars as Christina “Chris” Alonso, Kenny Johnson is Dominique Luca, David Lim is Victor Tan, Amy Farrington is Lieutenant Piper Lynch, and Patrick St. Esprit plays Commander Robert Hicks.

“Sea Legs” Plot – The SWAT team joins forces with the Los Angeles Organized Crime division to recover an officer abducted during a failed undercover operation. Also, Chris struggles with how to comfort the kidnapped officer’s parents when she is restricted from giving them certain details of the investigation.

S.W.A.T. Description, Courtesy of CBS:

Inspired by the television series and the feature film, S.W.A.T. stars Shemar Moore as a former Marine and locally born and raised S.W.A.T. sergeant, tasked to run a specialized tactical unit that is the last stop in law enforcement in Los Angeles. Torn between loyalty to where he was raised and allegiance to his brothers in blue, Daniel ”Hondo” Harrelson strives to bridge the divide between his two worlds and acclimate to his new duties as the legal guardian of a teenager.

Hondo’s elite unit includes David “Deacon” Kay, an experienced S.W.A.T. officer and dedicated family man who always puts the team first; Christina “Chris” Alonso, a skilled officer and the team’s canine trainer; Dominique Luca, an expert driver who gets them in and out of high risk situations; Victor Tan, who started in the LAPD Hollywood Division and uses his confidential informants in the community to help the team; and Jim Street, the team’s cocky newest member who is re-instated to S.W.A.T. after being fired for compromising the unit.

Responsible for the management of all Metro Division S.W.A.T. units is Commander Robert Hicks, a senior LAPD official with the Special Operations Bureau. Overseeing Hondo’s team is Hicks’ direct report, Jessica Cortez, the ambitious captain of L.A. Metro weighing an offer to leave S.W.A.T and work for the FBI. With Hondo leading the charge, these dedicated men and women bravely put themselves at risk to protect their community and save lives.

SWAT Season 3 Episode 9 — Patrick St. Esprit as Commander Robert Hicks and Lina Esco as Christina “Chris” Alonso in ‘S.W.A.T.’ season 3 episode 9 (Photo: Bill Inoshita © 2019 CBS Broadcasting, Inc)

Spirit Awards 2020 Nominations: The Lighthouse, Uncut Gems Top Nominees

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Rebecca Murray

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November 21, 2019

The Lighthouse Robert Pattinson — Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson star in ‘The Lighthouse’ (Photo Credit: A24)

The Lighthouse and Uncut Gems emerged as the top nominees for the 2020 Film Independent Spirit Awards, the annual celebration of the best in independent films. Both films received five nominations including Best Director, Best Editing, and Best Male Lead (Robert Pattinson for The Lighthouse and Adam Sandler for Uncut Gems). However, The Lighthouse won’t be competing against Uncut Gems in the Best Feature category. Instead, the top category is filled out by A Hidden Life, Clemency, The Farewell, and Marriage Story, along with Uncut Gems.

“The Film Independent Spirit Awards celebrate the best films of the year – films characterized by creative independence and original, provocative subject matter, as well as diversity, innovation and uniqueness of vision,” stated Film Independent President Josh Welsh. “At a time when the film business is undergoing such change and challenges, it’s important to loudly celebrate the work itself – the films! – and to recognize 2019 as a year of bold, audacious and accomplished filmmaking. That’s what the Spirit Awards are all about.”

Winners will be announced during a ceremony held on the Santa Monica beach on Saturday, February 8, 2020. IFC will broadcast the awards show beginning at 2pm PT/5pm ET.

2020 Film Independent Spirit Award Nominees:

BEST FEATURE

BEST FIRST FEATURE
Booksmart
The Climb
Diane
The Last Black Man in San Francisco
The Mustang
See You Yesterday

JOHN CASSAVETES AWARD – Given to the best feature made for under $500,000 (Award given to the writer, director and producer. Executive Producers are not awarded.)

Burning Cane
Colewell
Give Me Liberty
Premature
Wild Nights With Emily

BEST DIRECTOR
Alma Har’el – Honey Boy
Lorene Scafaria – Hustlers
Julius Onah – Luce
Robert Eggers – The Lighthouse
Benny Safdie, Josh Safdie – Uncut Gems

BEST SCREENPLAY
Noah Baumbach – Marriage Story
Jason Begue, Shawn Snyder – To Dust
Ronald Bronstein, Benny Safdie, Josh Safdie – Uncut Gems
Chinonye Chukwu – Clemency
Tarell Alvin McCraney – High Flying Bird

BEST FIRST SCREENPLAY
Fredrica Bailey, Stefon Bristol – See You Yesterday
Hannah Bos, Paul Thureen – Driveways
Bridget Savage Cole, Danielle Krudy – Blow the Man Down
Jocelyn DeBoer, Dawn Luebbe – Greener Grass
James Montague, Craig W. Sanger – The Vast of Night

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY
Todd Banhazl – Hustlers
Jarin Blaschke – The Lighthouse
Natasha Braier – Honey Boy
Chananun Chotrungroj – The Third Wife
Pawel Pogorzelski – Midsommar

BEST EDITING
Julie Béziau – The Third Wife
Ronald Bronstein, Benny Safdie – Uncut Gems
Tyler L. Cook – Sword of Trust
Louise Ford – The Lighthouse
Kirill Mikhanovsky – Give Me Liberty

BEST FEMALE LEAD
Karen Allen – Colewell
Hong Chau – Driveways
Elisabeth Moss – Her Smell
Mary Kay Place – Diane
Alfre Woodard – Clemency
Renée Zellweger – Judy

BEST MALE LEAD
Chris Galust – Give Me Liberty
Kelvin Harrison Jr. – Luce
Robert Pattinson – The Lighthouse
Matthias Schoenaerts – The Mustang
Adam Sandler – Uncut Gems

BEST SUPPORTING FEMALE
Jennifer Lopez – Hustlers
Taylor Russell – Waves
Lauren “Lolo” Spencer – Give Me Liberty
Octavia Spencer – Luce
Zhao Shuzhen – The Farewell

BEST SUPPORTING MALE
Willem Dafoe – The Lighthouse
Noah Jupe – Honey Boy
Shia LaBeouf – Honey Boy
Jonathan Majors – The Last Black Man in San Francisco
Wendell Pierce – Burning Cane

ROBERT ALTMAN AWARD – Given to one film’s director, casting director and ensemble cast

Marriage Story
Director: Noah Baumbach
Casting Directors: Douglas Aibel, Francine Maisler
Ensemble Cast: Alan Alda, Laura Dern, Adam Driver, Julie Hagerty, Scarlett Johansson,
Ray Liotta, Azhy Robertson, Merritt Wever

BEST DOCUMENTARY
American Factory
Apollo 11
For Sama
Honeyland
Island of the Hungry Ghosts

BEST INTERNATIONAL FILM
Invisible Life (Brazil)
Les Misérables (France)
Parasite (South Korea)
Portrait of a Lady on Fire (France)
Retablo (Peru)
The Souvenir (United Kingdom)

BONNIE AWARD – Bonnie Tiburzi Caputo joined American Airlines in 1973 at age 24, becoming the first female pilot to fly for a major U.S. airline. In her honor, the third Bonnie Award will recognize a mid-career female director with a $50,000 unrestricted grant, sponsored by American Airlines.

Marielle Heller
Kelly Reichardt
Lulu Wang

PRODUCERS AWARD – The 23rd annual Producers Award honors emerging producers who, despite highly limited resources, demonstrate the creativity, tenacity and vision required to produce quality, independent films. The award includes a $25,000 unrestricted grant.

Mollye Asher
Krista Parris
Ryan Zacarias

SOMEONE TO WATCH AWARD – The 26th annual Someone to Watch Award recognizes a talented filmmaker of singular vision who has not yet received appropriate recognition. The award includes a $25,000 unrestricted grant.

Rashaad Ernesto Green
Director of Premature

Ash Mayfair
Director of The Third Wife

Joe Talbot
Director of The Last Black Man in San Francisco

TRUER THAN FICTION AWARD – The 25th annual Truer Than Fiction Award is presented to an emerging director of non-fiction features who has not yet received significant recognition. The award includes a $25,000 unrestricted grant.

Khalik Allah
Director of Black Mother

Davy Rothbart
Director of 17 Blocks

Nadia Shihab
Director of Jaddoland

Erick Stoll & Chase Whiteside
Director of América

Emma Teaser Trailer and Poster: Anya Taylor-Joy Channels the Jane Austen Character

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Rebecca Murray

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November 21, 2019

Focus Features has just released the first teaser trailer for Emma, based on the classic Jane Austen comedy. In addition to unveiling a teaser trailer, the studio also put out the first two photos along with the teaser poster for the 2020 theatrical release.

Anya Taylor-Joy (The Witch) leads the cast in the title role. Johnny Flynn (Vanity Fair), Bill Nighy (About Time), Mia Goth (A Cure for Wellness), Miranda Hart (Call the Midwife), Josh O’Connor (The Crown), Callum Turner (The Only Living Boy in New York), Rupert Graves (Sherlock), Gemma Whelan (Game of Thrones), Amber Anderson (In Darkness), Tanya Reynolds (Delicious), and Connor Swindells (Keepers) also star.

Eleanor Catton adapted the screenplay and Autumn de Wilde makes her feature film directorial debut with the period piece. Emma was produced by Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Graham Broadbent, and Pete Czernin.

Emma is set to open in limited theaters on Friday, February 21, 2020.

The Plot:

“Jane Austen’s beloved comedy about finding your equal and earning your happy ending, is reimagined in this delicious new film adaptation of EMMA. Handsome, clever, and rich, Emma Woodhouse is a restless queen bee without rivals in her sleepy little town. In this glittering satire of social class and the pain of growing up, Emma must adventure through misguided matches and romantic missteps to find the love that has been there all along.”

Emma star Anya Taylor Joy — Mia Goth as “Harriet Smith” and Anya Taylor-Joy as “Emma Woodhouse” in ‘Emma’ (Credit : Focus Features)

SEAL Team Season 3 Episode 8 Photos: Preview of “Danger Crossing”

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Rebecca Murray

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November 21, 2019

Ray’s in charge of the team in CBS’s Seal Team season three episode eight, “Danger Crossing.” Episode eight was directed by Michael Watkins from a script by Holly Harold and will air on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at 9pm ET/PT.

The “Danger Crossing” guest cast includes Scott Foxx, Adelaide Kane, Emily Swallow, Jamie McShane, Lucca De Oliveira, and Tiffany Mack. Erin Barnes, Mike Tarnofsky, Louis Ferreira, and Jana Lee Hamblin also guest star in episode eight.

David Boreanaz leads the cast as Jason Hayes. Max Thieriot plays Clay Spenser, Neil Brown Jr. is Ray Perry, AJ Buckley is Sonny Quinn, Toni Trucks is Lisa Davis, Jessica Paré is Mandy Ellis, and Judd Lormand plays Lt. Cdr. Eric Blackburn.

“Danger Crossing” Plot – While Jason is sidelined with an injury, Ray takes over as Bravo 1 and leads the team on a mission to rescue a marine pilot who was shot down in enemy territory.

Series Details, Courtesy of CBS:

SEAL Team is a military drama that follows the professional and personal lives of the most elite unit of Navy SEALs as they train, plan and execute the most dangerous, high-stakes missions our country can ask of them.

Jason Hayes is the respected, intense leader of the Tier One team whose home life has suffered as a result of his extensive warrior’s existence. His team includes his trusted confidant, Ray Perry, the longest-tenured operator with whom Jason shares an ingrained shorthand; Sonny Quinn, an exceptional, loyal soldier with a checkered past who still combats self-destructive tendencies; and Clay Spenser, a young, multilingual, second-generation SEAL with insatiable drive and dedication.

Vital to the team’s success are troop commander Lt. Cdr. Eric Blackburn, who serves as a leader and confidant both on and off the battlefield; CIA analyst Mandy Ellis, who has sacrificed everything in her drive to root out evil and take down terrorists; and Lisa Davis, a no-nonsense, take-charge logistics officer and unofficial den mother responsible for outfitting the team with the necessary gear for each mission.

Deployed on clandestine missions worldwide at a moment’s notice, and knowing the toll it takes on them and their families, this tight-knit SEAL team displays unwavering patriotism and fearless dedication even in the face of overwhelming odds.

SEAL Team season 3 episode 8 — David Boreanaz as Jason Hayes in ‘SEAL Team’ season 3 episode 8 (Photo: Cliff Lipson 2019 CBS Broadcasting, Inc)

The Resident Season 3 Episode 8 Photos: Preview of “Peking Duck Day”

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Rebecca Murray

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November 21, 2019

Fox’s The Resident continues season three with episode eight, “Peking Duck Day,” an episode that takes place on Thanksgiving. Episode eight will air on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at 8pm ET/PT.

The cast of season three includes Matt Czuchry as Dr. Conrad Hawkins, Emily VanCamp as Nicolette “Nic” Nevin, Bruce Greenwood as Dr. Randolph Bell, and Manish Dayal as Dr. Devon Pravesh. Shaunette Renee Wilson plays Dr. Mina Okafor, Malcolm-Jamal Warner is Dr. AJ Austin, Jane Leeves is Dr. Kitt Voss, and Glenn Morshower is Marshall Winthrop. Morris Chestnut joins the cast as Dr. Barrett Cain.

“Peking Duck Day” Plot – Upon dubbing Thanksgiving “the most dangerous day of the year,” Devon and Irving are inundated with patients in the ER. When an A-list celebrity enters the hospital after swallowing a wish bone, Logan Kim assigns a new surgeon to the case in the hopes of garnering extra publicity. Meanwhile, tensions run high at the Raptor home when he hosts his biological and adoptive families for a Thanksgiving dinner and Kyle interrupts Nic and Conrad’s low-key plans.

The Season 3 Plot, Courtesy of Fox:

Entering its third season, The Resident continues to rip back the curtain and reveal the truth of what really happens, both good and bad, in hospitals across the country. The provocative medical drama follows a group of doctors at Chastain Memorial Hospital, as they face personal and professional challenges on a daily basis while fighting for their patients.

In season three, Red Rock Mountain Medical has taken over, inserting its own doctors – including new neurosurgeon Dr. Barrett Cain – and nurses into the well-oiled machine that was once Chastain Memorial Hospital, and causing the doctors to fight harder than ever against the corrupting influence of money in healthcare. The hospital is being run like a profit-hungry corporation – reaping huge financial gains, while risking the lives of its patients.

Dr. Randolph Bell is well-aware of the dangerous deal he has made with Red Rock in order to get Chastain out of its financial crisis and, as a result, initially turns a blind eye to the new corporate mantra of profits over patients. It’s not long before Dr. Conrad Hawkins incurs Red Rock’s fury when he confronts the problems head-on, becoming a whistleblower. The good fight he leads could ultimately threaten everything he holds dear, including his ability to practice medicine.

The Justice League of young healthcare providers must unite to fight for and with him, with Nicolette “Nic” Nevins in the lead. Nic attempts to recover from a devastating personal loss by throwing herself into patient care and her work for the uninsured through her clinic.

Dr. Devon Pravesh will find himself rotating out of the ER and gaining experience and power of his own in new positions within the hospital, eventually moving up to a first-year resident. Dr. AJ Austin will continue to bond with his mentee, the exceptionally talented surgeon, Dr. Mina Okafor. She’ll be his support as he navigates a relationship with his complicated biological family, while striving to maintain one with the parents who raised him. Okafor will be faced with a potential new family dynamic of her own, when her best friend, Adaku, who carries the BRCA breast cancer gene, returns pregnant with no father in the picture.

Meanwhile, the power and ruthlessness of new neurosurgeon Dr. Cain takes the hospital by storm. He embodies all the evil that can result when doctors care more for the bottom line than for their patients. Dr. Kitt Voss is the first to realize that his charm hides a medical demon, but standing against him could have serious consequences for her future. Cain’s ability to generate millions for Chastain leaves him free to exact swift revenge on those who oppose him – and no one is off-limits.

The Resident Season 3 Episode 8 — Matt Czuchry, Malcolm-Jamal Warner and guest star Denitra Isler in ‘The Resident’ season 3 episode 8 (Photo by Guy D’Alema © 2019 Fox Media LLC)

FBI Season 2 Episode 9 Photos: Preview of “Salvation”

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Rebecca Murray

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November 21, 2019

CBS’s FBI season two episode nine, “Salvation,” finds the team on the hunt for a missing teacher. Directed by Alex Chapple from a script by Rick Eid, episode nine will air on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at 9pm ET/PT.

“Salvation” guest stars include Jade Marie Fernandez, Maynor Alvarado, Vedette Lim, Evan Williams, Jake Ventimiglia, and Brian Lucas. Daniella De Jesus, Mark Kenneth Smaltz, Leticia Castillo, Mister Fitzgerald, Alison Whitehurst, Dina Pearlman, Darlesia Cearcy, Joseph Cassese, Omar Torres II, Michael Kelberg, Sibel Damar, Derek Hedlund, Jay Klaitz, Patrick Boll, and Ashley Marie Ortiz also guest star in episode nine.

The season two cast includes Missy Peregrym as Special Agent Maggie Bell, Zeeko Zaki as Special Agent Omar Adom ‘OA’ Zidan, Ebonée Noel as Kristen Chazal, Alana De La Garza as Isobel Castille, John Boyd as Stuart Scola, and Jeremy Sisto as Jubal Valentine.

“Salvation” Plot – After an altercation with a student, teacher Patrick Miller (Evan Williams) goes missing, leading the team to investigate everyone who might have had a grudge against him. Also, a key witness in the case steps up to help, and Maggie does whatever she can to ensure their safety.

The FBI Plot, Courtesy of CBS:

“FBI is a fast-paced drama about the inner workings of the New York office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. This elite unit brings to bear all their talents, intellect and technical expertise on major cases in order to keep New York and the country safe. Born into a multigenerational law enforcement family, Special Agent Maggie Bell commits deeply to the people she works with as well as those she protects. Her partner is Special Agent Omar Adom ‘OA’ Zidan, a West Point graduate via Bushwick who spent two years undercover for the DEA before being cherry-picked by the FBI.

Overseeing them is Special Agent in Charge, Isobel Castille, who operates under intense pressure and has undeniable command authority. The team also includes Assistant Special Agent in Charge Jubal Valentine, the nerve center of the office whose ability to easily relate to and engage with both superiors and subordinates makes him a master motivator. Kristen Chazal is the team’s most valued resource, a brilliant analyst recruited straight out of university who can piece together the big picture faster than anyone. These first-class agents tenaciously investigate cases of tremendous magnitude, including terrorism, organized crime and counterintelligence.”