ABC’s set a November 19, 2020 premiere date for season three of the popular primetime drama, A Million Little Things. In support of its upcoming premiere, the network’s just released new photos from season three episode one which was directed by Nina Lopez-Corrado from a script by DJ Nash and Michelle Leibel.
New season three episodes air on Thursdays at 10pm ET/PT.
The cast of season three includes David Giuntoli as Eddie Saville, Romany Malco as Rome Howard, Allison Miller as Maggie Bloom, Christina Moses as Regina Howard, Grace Park as Katherine Saville, and James Roday Rodriguez as Gary Mendez. Stephanie Szostak is Delilah Dixon, Floriana Lima is Darcy Cooper, Tristan Byon is Theo Saville, Lizzy Greene as Sophie Dixon and Chance Hurstfield as Danny Dixon.
Guest stars include Chris Geere as Jamie, Gerard Plunkett as Reverend Stewart, and Greta Carew-Johns as Cassie.
“hit & run” Plot: In the aftermath of Eddie’s car accident, Katherine leans on their beloved group of friends for support. Meanwhile, Rome and Regina face a tough decision about the future of their family, and Delilah sees how her kids are thriving and wants the same for herself. Maggie jump starts her new life in Oxford, while Gary continues to navigate his new relationship with Darcy on the season premiere.
The Season 3 Plot, Courtesy of ABC:
Friendship isn’t a big thing. It’s a million little things. Our gang ended last season with many challenges in front of them. In season three, we’ll see our group of friends once again lean on each other in ways that are both moving and aspirational—something we could all use right now.
Romany Malco, Christina Moses, Stephanie Szostak, Grace Park, Floriana Lima, and James Roday Rodriguez in ‘A Million Little Things’ season 3 episode 1 (ABC/Jack Rowand)Floriana Lima and James Roday Rodriguez in season 3 episode 1 (ABC/Jack Rowand)Grace Park in season 3 episode 1 (ABC/Jack Rowand)Christina Moses, Stephanie Szostak, Grace Park, Floriana Lima and James Roday Rodriguez in season 3 episode 1 (ABC/Jack Rowand)Christina Moses and Stephanie Szostak in season 3 episode 1 (ABC/Jack Rowand)Allison Miller in season 3 episode 1 (ABC/Jack Rowand)
ABC’s The Good Doctor season four’s two-part premiere concludes with episode two, “Frontline Part 2.” Season four episode two was directed by Mike Listo from a script by David Shore and Liz Friedman and will air on Monday, November 9, 2020.
The cast of season four includes Freddie Highmore as Dr. Shaun Murphy, Antonia Thomas as Dr. Claire Browne, Hill Harper as Dr. Marcus Andrews, and Richard Schiff as Dr. Aaron Glassman. Christina Chang plays Dr. Audrey Lim, Fiona Gubelmann is Dr. Morgan Reznick, Will Yun Lee is Dr. Alex Park and Paige Spara stars as Lea Dilallo.
Ricky He, Sheila Kelley, Karin Konoval, Jennifer Birmingham Lee, Elfina Luk, Lochlyn Munro, Carly Pope, and Arlen Aguayo-Stewart guest star in episode two.
“Frontline Part 2” Plot: Dr. Shaun Murphy and Dr. Marcus Andrews determine that their patient has been infected with COVID-19. As they struggle to understand and get ahead of a constantly evolving virus, Shaun has a hard time balancing his fears and concerns about potentially jeopardizing Lea’s health and wanting to be with the woman he loves.
Meanwhile, Claire looks for a way to grieve Melendez’s death through her patients. In the COVID-19 ward, Dr. Morgan Reznick softens a little while tending to Nurse Petringa (Karin Konoval), who imparts a bit of wisdom from her 40+ year nursing career. Elsewhere, Dr. Alex Park and Mia (Jennifer Birmingham Lee) discuss their future together on an all-new episode of “The Good Doctor,” MONDAY, NOV. 9 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. Episodes can also be viewed the next day on demand and on Hulu.
Freddie Highmore in ‘The Good Doctor’ season 4 episode 2 (ABC/Jeff Weddell)Hill Harper and Freddie Highmore in season 4 episode 2 (ABC/Jeff Weddell)Freddie Highmore in season 4 episode 2 (ABC/Jeff Weddell)Christina Chang in season 4 episode 2 (ABC/Jeff Weddell)Freddie Highmore and Hill Harper in season 4 episode 2 (ABC/Jeff Weddell)
Governor Virgil Love went down after Margaret released Ginger’s videotape, but her war isn’t over with the crooked, powerful men who want a piece of Sunny Club as Fox’s Filthy Rich season one episode six kicks off. The warehouse that was supposed to be full of bottles of her perfume is empty, thanks to Townes Dockerty (Carl Palmer) – one of those powerful men – who just happens to own all the perfume factories in Louisiana.
Franklin (Steve Harris) reminds her releasing the tape also brought down Ginger’s business. Margaret (Kim Cattrall) thinks it was for the best, given the sort of business Ginger was running.
Later, the Monreaux family (minus Antonio and Jason) are assembled and Ginger (Melia Kreiling) gives each a dressing down. She shows them a photo of all the women they’ve put out of work, and Margaret says she wants to make amends. Margaret offers Ginger a job, but Ginger’s having none of it. “You think Saint Wagon is dirty? Doesn’t even come close to how disgusting all of you are,” says Ginger.
Ginger’s attempting to walk off in a huff when Rose (Aubrey Dollar) stops her. She believes Ginger’s always wanted to be a part of the family and now’s the chance. Ginger suggests Rose join her mother in hell.
As she’s leaving, Antonio (Benjamin Levy Aguilar) – who’s now her #1 protector – asks if she’s okay. Ginger’s thankful for his concern and Antonio confirms he’s not leaving her side. Not after she was kidnapped and threatened.
Over at the motel, Yopi (Alanna Ubach) is teaching the newly unemployed Saint Wagon women how to play poker. Don Bouchard (Kenny Alfonso) arrives to interrupt her lesson, confirming her son’s fight is off. He threatens her and Yopi only laughs in his face. She has stories about him she could tell, but he doesn’t appear concerned.
Mark (Mark L. Young) catches up with Rose and reveals the real Jason is awake. The doctors say it was a miracle and he suggests they take the family’s new plane to Colorado to visit him.
Over at the Sunshine Network’s headquarters, Townes has moved his things into an office. Margaret and Franklin are shocked to see him there, and Reverend Paul Luke Thomas (Aaron Lazar) announces Townes scooped up Virgil’s stock. He’s now going to have a larger presence around the network.
Margaret suggests since he’s got more to lose, he should help her find a new warehouse. Reverend Paul says all decisions about the network should now be run by both of them first.
Seconds after leaving the meeting, Margaret puts in a call to Towne’s wife, Veronica. She’s actually the one with the money and half of Townes’ shares belong to her.
Ginger and Antonio head over to Luke’s place with Ginger’s secret recording of her kidnapping. While Luke (Cranston Johnson) agrees the kidnapper’s guilty, attacking him doesn’t get them closer to the bigger story. Antonio disagrees when Ginger says this has everything to do with Margaret and her investors. He thinks Margaret’s innocent, but Ginger believes she’s the one in charge of everything and gladly accepted the money from these despicable investors.
Ginger wonders if Margaret and these men did something to Yopi, but Antonio doesn’t want to consider that.
Luke rings up Franklin while Ginger and Antonio listen in. Luke explains he’s writing an exposé on Margaret’s involvement in a criminal syndicate and wants a comment.
Meanwhile, a crew’s busy at work at the bayou missions which are now overseen by Eric. Eugene is, of course, one of the crew because he turns up everywhere. He doesn’t let on his identity to his fellow workers and when he spots Eric (Corey Cott), he turns away so Eric won’t see him.
Eric’s wife, Becky (Olivia Macklin), asks her brother, Reverend Paul, for advice. She feels trapped and doesn’t want what she actually has. (She’s realized she’s attracted to Ginger and doesn’t know what to do.) It’s revealed she and Eric had a shotgun wedding because she was pregnant. Paul suggests she just keep her husband on track at the missions. He’s absolutely no help at all and doesn’t care she’s bringing a child into a loveless marriage.
Margaret meets with Veronica (Gia Carides) at a restaurant and immediately dives into Townes and his shares of network stock. Veronica confirms she gave him the money to purchase the shares and asks Margaret to give her a heads up if she plans on exposing Townes the way she did Virgil. Margaret asks for a 10-year lease on one of Veronica’s Alabama factories and after initially declining, Veronica agrees if Margaret swears she won’t go after Townes.
Lunch over, Franklin calls and delivers the bad news about Luke’s investigation.
Mark and Rose visit Jason in his Colorado hospital room, filling in the pieces of the story he’s missed since being in a coma. Rose prays for him and claims they have so much in common. She’s glad to have met him and excuses herself so Mark and Jason can have private time together.
Becky joins Eric at the mission and watches him work, even though she hates the place.
The child who showed him her dilapidated apartment a few episodes back hands Eric a note. It’s from Eugene – but he doesn’t know that – and it reads:
“A gift for Eric…
Thelma
Erika
Marilyn
Ophelia”
Franklin and Luke meet face-to-face, with Franklin claiming he speaks for Margaret. Luke asks, “My question for Margaret is how a female CEO puts up with the abuse of women?” He believes Margaret will eventually have to speak for herself. That’s Margaret’s cue; she opens the car door and asks Luke to take a seat.
Margaret claims she has nothing to hide. Luke asks about the 1820 and why she allowed them to abuse Tina on her watch. She says until recently she was unaware Tina was forced into hiding by her Sunshine Network investors. Margaret claims she’s always tried to aid women and the less fortunate. Luke doesn’t give up and asks why she turned a blind eye to systemic abuse. Margaret hints he should look into Townes Dockerty if he wants more on systemic abuse.
Margaret says she has proof of Townes’ abuse and that he probably sent Hagamond Sheen to terrorize Tina. Margaret claims to have no idea Hagamond kidnapped Ginger during Mardi Gras. Luke reveals Hagamond has been the 1820’s enforcer for 25 years since he beat a murder charge.
Franklin ends the interview even though Luke’s not satisfied with Margaret’s non-answers.
And speaking of Hagamond (Thomas Francis Murphy), he pays Reverend Paul a visit wondering about the next step since Virgil was taken down. Paul fires him because he’s a liability. Hagamond’s enraged and calls himself a witness, not a liability.
Back in Colorado, Mark and Jason discuss their childhood. Jason reveals he’s seen the afterlife. He believes he had a vision of Eugene staring at him and believes Eugene was calling him to Heaven. Jason explains he’ll never walk again and he’s ready to go back to Paradise. He asks Mark to help end his life.
Antonio confronts his mom about her piece of the Eugene story. Yopi refuses to talk, unwilling to throw in with Margaret and the other women.
Ginger visits Tina (Rachel York) in rehab and brings Luke along for the meeting. She wants her mom to talk to Luke so they can get the real story out. Tina’s unwilling to right now because she’s just starting to feel better.
Margaret calls and interrupts their discussion. She’s sorry about what happened to Ginger and swears she’ll have someone guard Tina. Margaret also promises to hunt down Hagamond. Ginger reminds Margaret the men involved actually have offices in her building. These are all men Margaret knows and does business with.
Margaret asks for time and patience to bring them down, but Ginger hangs up.
The conversation prompts Tina to change her mind and sit for an interview.
Eric learns the names on the note are hurricanes that wreaked havoc on the area. Donations they received weren’t used to provide assistance and instead padded the company’s bank account. Eugene assumed Eric would do the right thing because he’s a good man.
Margaret and Franklin are in the middle of a heart-to-heart when news breaks that Margaret’s implicated in being party to abuses of women spanning 25 years.
Ginger’s at the motel with her friends and watches the breaking news unfold. The reporter wonders how much Margaret knew and when, and then plays the tape of Ginger’s kidnapping.
Hagamond breaks into Luke’s place and looks through all of his research. He believed he was doing this to help accomplish something holy and realizes he’s been played.
Eric and Rose arrive at the motel’s bar and immediately hug Ginger. They’re so sorry about what Hagamond did and the fact their dad let all of them down. Rose is in shock and enraged, and Eric claims this is not who they are. They offer any help they can lend.
Ginger says she’s pretty much already done what she could to expose corruption on her own. She’s never had people who show up for her and didn’t expect this.
Margaret’s the next visitor and both Rose and Eric demand she stops with the lies. Margaret claims it wasn’t her doing and includes herself as a victim in Eugene’s immoral acts. She has no idea how it all came to this. Margaret asks for forgiveness but will not accept responsibility.
Ginger believes Margaret didn’t know because she was raised in a world that taught her not to know. However, the world has changed. “Women work together or not at all,” says Ginger.
Margaret wants that and wants Ginger to go on air and say she’s not guilty of these crimes. Ginger asks for $6 million for each of her siblings so that each will have the opportunity to walk away and start over.
Margaret says everything she’s done has been for her family.
Later, Ginger’s preparing to go on the Sunshine Network and clear Margaret. She’s in the bathroom reading through her lines when Becky steps out of a stall. Following a short discussion with lots of sparks flying, the two kiss. Ginger’s shocked and Becky leaves without saying anything.
Reverend Paul tries to reassure Townes there will be a path forward. Eric barges in and threatens to kill him if he ever shows his face at the network again. Townes walks off and Eric’s wrath turns on Reverend Paul. “The missions have been failing for decades – decades – and yet somehow Monreaux Unlimited turns a profit year after year. How is that?” asks Eric.
Eric thrusts the ledger at Paul as Paul tries to talk his way out of this. He claims it’s all because they’re going to use the stockpile of money to rebuild after the Rapture comes. Eric now knows they’re profiting off of disasters and wants none of this. He asks if Margaret knows and Paul warns she can never know, confirming Margaret isn’t involved.
Ginger goes on air and clears Margaret, saying Margaret’s been there for her. Margaret’s happy with the performance and in a much better mood as they go to commercial. Ginger again turns down Margaret’s offer to work for the Sunshine Network, but Margaret not so gently reminds her she took the $6 million payoff.
Eric and Rose wonder whether they’re bad people. Eric seems to believe they are, but he’s more comfortable living a lie since he’s been playing this role so long. He doesn’t think they can escape this life, given their last name is Monreaux.
Franklin tells Luke he’ll kill him if he ever runs a story on Margaret again.
Ginger reveals to Rose she’s using her money to invest in her fashion line. Rose is momentarily speechless.
That night Eric heads to the motel to see Rachel (Aqueela Zoll). He apologizes she’s lost her job and she claims to be okay with starting over. She agrees to stay in town if there’s a reason to. Eric confirms there is with a kiss.
Yopi’s walking to her room when Don Bouchard pulls into the parking lot. He demands she get into the vehicle.
Veronica confronts Margaret and demands to know what happened to Townes. Margaret doesn’t know his location and when Franklin joins them, the atmosphere becomes tense. Franklin turns down Veronica’s offer to go for a drink. Veronica leaves and Franklin admits all this isn’t sitting well with him.
Reverend Paul finds a dead Townes sprawled on the floor at his place. He believes Townes killed himself but then Hagamond speaks from the shadows and says, “Carry on false prophet. Carry on.”
There are just three new episodes of The CW’s Supernatural left, with one of the final three – season 15 episode 18 – arriving on November 5, 2020. Episode 18, “Despair,” was directed by fan-favorite Richard Speight, Jr. from a script by Robert Berens.
The final season cast includes Jared Padalecki as Sam Winchester, Jensen Ackles as Dean Winchester, Misha Collins as Castiel, and Alexander Calvert as Jack.
“Despair” Plot: With the plan in full motion, Sam (Padalecki), Dean (Ackles), Castiel (Collins) and Jack (Calvert) fight for the good of the common goal.
Details on Supernatural Season 15, Courtesy of The CW:
“The epic journey of the Winchester brothers comes to a close as Supernatural enters its final season. Sam and Dean and the angel Castiel have conquered monsters, demons, Heaven and Hell, and in the show’s 14th season, the Winchesters grappled with the Archangel Michael possessing Dean.
In a valiant act, Sam and Dean’s surrogate son Jack destroyed his soul to redeem his adoptive father. But this proved to be a fatal error, leading to the accidental death of Mary Winchester. The 14th season also featured the return of John Winchester (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) for the show’s historic 300th episode.
Now, heading into their 15th season, Sam and Dean find themselves facing a threat beyond anything they’ve ever grappled with… anything they’ve ever imagined: God himself.”
Netflix just released a teaser trailer for Shondaland’s much-anticipated Bridgerton, inspired by Julia Quinn’s bestselling novels. The minute and a half teaser was accompanied by a new poster for the series set to debut on December 25, 2020.
The series features Jonathan Bailey (“Anthony Bridgerton”), Nicola Coughlan (“Penelope Featherington”), Claudia Jessie (“Eloise Bridgerton”), Ruby Barker (“Marina Thompson”), Adjoa Andoh (“Lady Danbury”), Golda Rosheuvel (“Queen Charlotte”), and Luke Thompson (“Benedict Bridgerton”).
The cast also includes Luke Newton (“Colin Bridgerton”), Ruby Stokes (“Francesca Bridgerton”), Will Tilston (“Gregory Bridgerton”), Florence Hunt (“Hyacinth Bridgerton”), Ruth Gemmell (“Lady Violet Bridgerton”), Bessie Carter (“Prudence Featherington”), Harriet Cains (“Philipa Featherington”), Polly Walker (“Lady Portia Featherington”), Ben Miller (“Lord Featherington”), Sabrina Bartlett (“Siena Rosso”), Martins Imhangbe (“Will Mondrich”), and Lorraine Ashbourne (“Mrs. Varley”).
Season one consists of eight one-hour episodes directed by Julie Ann Robinson, Sheree Folkson, Tom Verica, and Alrick Riley. Shonda Rhimes, Betsy Beers, and Chris Van Dusen serve as executive producers.
The Plot, Courtesy of Netflix:
From Shondaland and Creator Chris Van Dusen, Bridgerton follows Daphne Bridgerton (Dynevor), the eldest daughter of the powerful Bridgerton family as she makes her debut onto Regency London’s competitive marriage market. Hoping to follow in her parent’s footsteps and find a match sparked by true love, Daphne’s prospects initially seem to be unrivaled. But as her older brother begins to rule out her potential suitors, the high society scandal sheet written by the mysterious Lady Whistledown (voiced by Julie Andrews) casts aspersions on Daphne.
Enter the highly desirable and rebellious Duke of Hastings (Page), committed bachelor and the catch of the season for the debutantes’ mamas. Despite proclaiming that they want nothing the other has to offer, their attraction is undeniable and sparks fly as they find themselves engaged in an increasing battle of wits while navigating society’s expectations for their future.
Bridgerton is a romantic, scandalous, and quick-witted series that celebrates the timelessness of enduring friendships, families finding their way, and the search for a love that conquers all.
ABC’s Station 19 kicks off season four with a Grey’s Anatomy crossover event. Season four episode one, “Nothing Seems the Same,” will air on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 8pm ET/PT and features Grey’s Anatomy‘s Chandra Wilson and Kevin McKidd. Grey’s Anatomy follows with a two-hour season 17 premiere at 9pm ET/PT.
Paris Barclay directed from a script by Kiley Donovan.
The season four cast includes Jaina Lee Ortiz as Andy Herrera, Jason George as Ben Warren, Boris Kodjoe as Captain Robert Sullivan, and Grey Damon as Jack Gibson. Barrett Doss plays Victoria Hughes, Jay Hayden is Travis Montgomery, Okieriete Onaodowan is Dean Miller, Danielle Savre is Maya Bishop, and Stefania Spampinato stars as Carina DeLuca.
Additional episode one guest stars include Patricia DeLeon, Laura Ceron, Noah Alexander Gerry, BJ Tanner, V. Vieux, Jayne Taina, Colleen Foy, and Ansel Sluyter-Obidos. Jeannie Sakata, Kenneth Maseroll, Drew Powell, Nathan Wallace, Tess Aubert, Paul Lee, Justin Ellings, Matthew Erick White, Peter Onorati, Jack Conley, and Reginald VelJohnson also guest star.
“Nothing Seems the Same” Plot: – When the COVID-19 pandemic hits Seattle, the Station 19 crew leans on each other for support. Andy tries to make sense of her mother’s return, while Sullivan settles into a new routine. And it’s all-hands-on-deck when a group of teenagers unintentionally starts a wildfire on the season four premiere.
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Taraji P. Henson to host the ‘2020 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS (ABC/Sami Drasin)
Oscar nominee Taraji P. Henson (The Curious Case of Benjamin Button) has been tapped to host the 2020 American Music Awards set for Sunday, November 22, 2020. The awards show will air live on ABC beginning at 8pm ET/PT (tape-delayed on the West Coast).
“The AMAs bring together the music community to celebrate what really drives all artists – the fans,” said Henson, commenting on her hosting gig. “I’m proud to take the stage as this year’s host – and also a fan – for what promises to be an electrifying night of music.”
Henson won Golden Globe, Critics Choice, and BET awards for her work on Fox’s Empire opposite Terrence Howard. She also earned two Emmy nominations for her role as Cookie Lyon on Empire. In addition, Henson’s performances in feature films Hidden Figures, Hustle & Flow, and Talk To Me garnered awards attention.
Henson is a New York Times bestselling author for her memoir, Around the Way Girl.
Details on the American Music Awards, Courtesy of ABC and dick clark productions:
“The American Music Awards, the world’s largest fan-voted award show, is seen in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. Nominees are based on key fan interactions – as reflected on the Billboard charts – including streaming, album and digital song sales, radio airplay and social activity. These measurements are tracked by Billboard and its data partners MRC Data and Next Big Sound, and reflect the time period of Sept. 27, 2019, through Sept. 24, 2020. The American Music Awards winners are voted entirely by fans.”
Hamza Haq as Dr. Bashir “Bash” Hamed, Paula Rivera as Maria Romero, and Rodrigo Fernandez-Stoll as Javy Romero in ‘Transplant’ season 1 episode 8 (Photo by: Yan Turcotte/Sphere Media/CTV/NBC)
NBC’s Transplant is currently on an extended break as This Is Us‘ two-hour season premiere and election day news coverage take over its timeslot. The series will return on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 with season one episode eight, “Birth and Rebirth,” airing at 10pm ET/PT.
The cast of season one includes Hamza Haq as Dr. Bashir “Bash” Hamed, Laurence Leboeuf as Dr. Magalie “Mags” LeBlanc, John Hannah as Dr. Jed Bishop, Jim Watson as Dr. Theo Hunter, and Ayisha Issa as Dr. June Curtis. Sirena Gulamgaus plays Amira, Linda E. Smith is Dr. Wendy Atwater, and Torri Higginson plays Claire Malone.
“Birth and Rebirth” Plot: Bash must help a patient make an impossible decision.
The Season 1 Plot, Courtesy of NBC:
When Dr. Bashir Hamed (Haq), a charismatic Syrian doctor with battle-tested skills in emergency medicine, flees his war-torn homeland, he and younger sister Amira (Gulamgaus) become refugees, struggling to forge a new life in Canada. But if Bash ever wants to be a doctor again, he must redo his medical training from the ground up and obtaining a coveted residency position is nearly impossible.
When a horrific truck crash nearly kills a senior doctor right in front of him, Bash saves the doctor’s life and earns a residency in the biggest Emergency Department of the best hospital in Toronto.
Yet for all Bash’s experience, it’s a tough road. Bash’s training is different, his life experience are unique to him and he’s not an exact match for his new colleagues, who include Dr. Magalie “Mags” LeBlanc (Leboeuf), a ferociously analytical second-year resident who pushes herself relentlessly; Dr. June Curtis (Issa), a reserved, ambitious surgical resident whose loyalty doesn’t come easily; and Dr. Theo Hunter (Watson), a pediatric Emergency Fellow whose small-town upbringing is cracking wide open as life at the hospital changes his worldview.
The team works tirelessly to save lives and win the approval of the legendary head of the Emergency Department, Dr. Jed Bishop (Hannah), all the while managed by sharp-eyed, acerbic Dr. Wendy Atwater (Smith) and supported by longtime head nurse, the deadpan, confident Claire Malone (Higginson).
Through it all, Bash tries to meet the demand of his new country and new job, while trying to pay the bills, raise his little sister and carve out a new life for them both in this unfamiliar land. It’s a journey that’s universal to people everywhere. Bash aims high and is determined to succeed, and those around are quick to see that his passion and hopefulness are contagious. But will his newfound life reject him, or will this “transplant” take?
Paula Rivera as Maria Romero, Kenny Wong as Arnold De Luca, and Hamza Haq as Dr. Bashir “Bash” Hamed (Photo by: Yan Turcotte/Sphere Media/CTV/NBC)Sirena Gulamgaus as Amira Hamed and Hamza Haq as Dr. Bashir “Bash” Hamed in season 1 episode 8 (Photo by: Yan Turcotte/Sphere Media/CTV/NBC)Hamza Haq as Dr. Bashir “Bash” Hamed and John Hannah as Dr.Jed Bishop in season 1 episode 8 (Photo by: Yan Turcotte/Sphere Media/CTV/NBC)Sirena Gulamgaus as Amira Hamed and Jim Watson as Dr. Theo Hunter in season 1 episode 8 (Photo by: Yan Turcotte/Sphere Media/CTV/NBC)Jim Watson as Dr. Theo Hunter in season 1 episode 8 (Photo by: Yan Turcotte/Sphere Media/CTV/NBC)
Chris Rock as Loy Cannon in ‘Fargo’ season 4 episode 7 (Photo by Elizabeth Morris/FX)
Nurse Oraetta Mayflower (Jessie Buckley) is whipping up a “tasty” treat for her boss, Dr. Harvard, as FX’s Fargo season four episode seven kicks off. She’s baked him some of his favorites – macaroons – and delivers them, announcing she’s spreading holiday cheer.
Dr. Harvard (Stephen Spencer) tries to put Oraetta off, but she’s not to be denied. Even though he explains he’s not hungry, she convinces him by complimenting his discerning palate. He carefully selects one, sniffs it, and takes a bite. He seems impressed with her cooking skills, even licking his fingers to get every last crumb.
Seconds after calling the macaroons extraordinary, he begins gasping for air and falls to the ground. Oraetta does nothing to help but does smile as she hears him struggling for breath. While he’s incapacitated and trembling in pain, she takes a seat at his desk and finds the letter. (We know it was written by Ethelrida, but she doesn’t.) She grabs it and then practices what she believes would be a normal reaction to his predicament. Satisfied she looks convincing, she screams and asks for help as his assistant rushes in.
Elsewhere, Josto Fadda (Jason Schwartzman), Constant Calamita (Gaetano Bruno), and some of the Fadda muscle have located Antoon’s dead body. Josto orders Constant to head over to Loy’s house and kill Irish and the boy – plus anyone else there who deserves to die. Josto decides Antoon’s body should just be left where it is.
Loy (Chris Rock) engages in an argument with Leon Bittle (Jeremie Harris) over whether they should kill Gaetano Fadda now or keep him alive. Leon believes he should be killed immediately as payback for Doctor Senator’s murder. Loy asks Leon exactly how his plan would go down, screaming in his face. Leon makes the major error of speaking again and Loy punches him twice in the face, sending him to the floor. He takes off his belt and whips Leon while he’s down, and only Opal Rackley (James Vincent Meredith) reminding Loy that Leon is Happy’s cousin and Happy will be needed if they’re to win gets Loy to stop the beating.
Our first good look at Gaetano (Salvatore Esposito) reveals he’s bloody and still chained up.
Loy receives a call and tells whoever it is to meet him at 3pm at his place.
Detective Odis Weff (Jack Huston) is seated alone in his car, parked near Loy’s warehouse and completely stressed out. U.S. Marshal Dick “Deafy” Wickware (Timothy Olyphant) joins him in the passenger seat and immediately tells Odis not to get any ideas. Loy’s place is a fortress, says Dick. Dick confirms he saw Loy picking up Zelmare and Swanee a few days ago but hasn’t yet done anything because he doesn’t want to warn any dirty cops about what’s going down.
Dick knows the fugitives are back at work and are definitely not on the lam. He recites the Blood Atonement and Odis admits he’s not familiar with it. (Odis isn’t Mormon.) Dick asks Odis if he’s just as crooked as the rest of them because he’s heard rumors. Odis is enraged by the accusation. “You listen to me, Slick. If I knew where your Mormon god was, I’d drive through the night and stab him in the f**king eyes!” says Odis before declaring he’s done with this partnership.
Constant arrives at Loy’s place and Loy’s wife, Buel (J. Nicole Brooks), answers the door. He asks how many kids are in the house and she replies with a question of her own. “You ever go to the zoo?” asks Buel. When Constant chuckles, she adds, “You see the mama lion and her cubs? You think she’s in that cage for her protection?”
Buel raises a shotgun and chambers a round. “To be fair…that’s what we call a rhetorical question,” she says. Buel orders him to leave and he grabs the barrel. He warns her to be careful with the gun, tips his hat, and leaves. (Don’t mess with Buel!)
Now that Loy’s the new owner, the Smutnys’ funeral home is being used to store alcohol and other items. Ethelrida (E’myri Crutchfield) makes herself scarce as the items are moved in. (Ethelrida was a major player in the previous episodes but has been relegated to a cameo in this one.)
Constant returns to the Fadda place and looks around the room shared by Rabbi Milligan and Satchel Cannon. He spots a Bible, opens it up, and thumbs through the pages. Tucked inside is a newspaper ad for Uncle Jack’s Feed and Seed.
We learn who it was that called Loy earlier when Josto and his men arrive at Loy’s vending machine warehouse for the 3pm meeting. Josto’s met outside by Omie Sparkman (Corey Hendrix) who instructs him to leave his ‘muscle’ outside. Josto gives orders to his men to give him 30 minutes and if he doesn’t return, come in shooting.
U.S. Marshal Dick Wickware’s watching this go down from his car parked nearby.
Consigliere Ebal Violante (Francesco Acquaroli) speaks for the Faddas and apologizes for how things have gotten out of hand. He claims Doctor Senator was a friend of his and is saddened by the fact he was murdered. It shouldn’t have happened. However, he explains Gaetano Fadda – the son of Donatello Fadda – was chosen by New York. Ebal claims his death isn’t allowed. “I’m simply telling you how it is. There are people you can kill, people you can’t,” says Ebal.
Ebal proposes a trade: if Gaetano is returned, Loy will receive full control of the slaughterhouses on the East Side and some trucking routes. Loy replies by wondering what would happen if Gaetano was already dead. He follows that up by suggesting he should just kill them too.
Ebal believes if Gaetano were dead this conversation wouldn’t be taking place. He assures Loy that Gaetano will be on the next plane out if they release him, as per orders from New York. Josto interjects (he’s done that a few times, always in a way to disparage his brother) and admits NY doesn’t know Loy has Gaetano.
Josto confirms Gaetano shot at Lemuel and killed Doctor Senator. But, he had rats helping him. Josto then reveals Satchel is dead and that it never should have happened. He realizes the rules and that means it needs to be a life for a life. Josto begs Loy to kill Gaetano instead of his son, Zero.
Ebal looks completely shocked by this turn of events.
Loy demands to see his dead son but Josto doesn’t have the body. He blames Constant Calamita for taking the boy somewhere and killing him in anger over the trade. When Loy asks to speak with Rabbi Milligan, Josto claims Rabbi fought for Satchel but couldn’t save him. He reveals Rabbi is gone, too.
Loy has a flashback to his son begging him not to be traded.
Loy orders Josto and Ebal to leave, screaming it over the objections of his men.
Francesco Acquaroli as Ebal Violante and Jason Schwartzman as Josto Fadda in ‘Fargo’ season 4 episode 7 (Photo by Elizabeth Morris/FX)
Josto’s in a much better mood as he sits in the backseat celebrating what he believes is a win.
Loy returns home and sits in the dark watching Zero Fadda prepare for bed. He approaches the boy and considers strangling him. Ultimately, he decides against it.
Loy can’t put it off any longer and tells Buel the heartbreaking news. She screams in anguish.
The following day Loy demands his driver pull over. He exits the vehicle and stands in front of a new billboard. It’s advertising the Diner’s Club credit card. They’ve stolen his idea and made it their own.
Odis is at home and remembering the love of his life and how she’s been taken from him. He stands in front of a memorial he created for her and then begins carefully packing it away. He packs up his other belongings and as he’s about to place suitcases in his car, Opal appears behind him and demands he get in their car. Odis reminds them they have it wrong – he’s a cop and they’re supposed to get in his car. Opal and his partner agree and take seats in his vehicle.
Odis, who’s now completely freaking out, is taken to a gymnasium’s locker room. Swanee (Kelsey Asbille) and Zelmare (Karen Aldridge) enter and Odis can only stare and count. The women ask if they make him nervous and he responds by asking if they realize they’re wanted.
Loy arrives and tells Odis to cover his ears. Odis does as instructed while Loy hands the dynamic duo tickets for the 10pm train to Philly. He warns them not to ever return, but they want to stay and mix things up. When Zelmare asks what happens if they don’t go, Loy only has to bring up her sister for Zelmare to change her tune.
Once the ladies leave, Odis fumbles out his explanation as to why he wasn’t able to grab Satchel. Loy thinks the Italians can’t rise to their level so they’re trying to drag them down to theirs. He reveals Satchel has been murdered and Odis appears genuinely upset by the news. Loy believes this whole thing’s a trap and refuses to get in the dirt with the Italians. He refuses to fight the way they fight.
Loy discusses criminals and the American dream, and then tells Odis that Josto wants him to kill Gaetano. Loy reveals he won’t do it. When Odis asks what he’s going to do, Loy corrects him. “What are we going to do?” says Loy, including Odis in his plans.
Back at the warehouse, Gaetano’s running down a list of people he’s killed. Loy returns and takes a seat within a foot of the chained Fadda prisoner. He tells Gaetano this thing is done, explaining Josto offered him the stockyards and trucking if he kills him.
Loy doesn’t kill Gaetano and instead orders him released. As Loy’s leaving, he tells Gaetano to inform Josto the stockyards are now his.
Outside, Loy orders Constant Calamita’s death. He’s assured it will be done immediately.
Charlotte Hope and Ruairi O’Connor in ‘The Spanish Princess’ season 2 episode 4 (Photo Credit: Starz)
Season two episode four opens by immediately revealing time has passed since the events that transpired in Starz’s The Spanish Princess season two episode three. Queen Catherine (Charlotte Hope) is once again pregnant and fairly far along as “The Other Woman” begins.
Catherine has a brief encounter with King Henry (Ruairi O’Connor) as she heads out to get fresh air. He’s positive she’s carrying a son and asks about his health. Henry expresses concern that Catherine isn’t in bed, resting, and she claims his son is demanding exercise and fresh air. Henry strolls with her and they encounter Charlie Brandon (Jordan Renzo) on their walk. Charlie’s accompanied by his child-bride-to-be, Elizabeth, and both the King and Queen appear happy to see Charlie.
Henry and Catherine’s relationship seems pretty stable as the episode beings, although she’s not pleased to learn Wolsey wants to be named Chancellor. Henry’s fine with it, but Catherine points out that would make Wolsey second in power only to him.
Over in Scotland, Meg (Georgie Henley) is in bed with her new lover Angus (Andrew Rothney) who’s reciting poetry as they cuddle. Meg’s genuinely in love and asks Angus to continue with his compliments. Their quiet moment together is broken up when Meg’s bedroom door’s kicked in. Angus is pulled from bed as Meg protests, with the men lobbing charges that Angus has compromised the Queen of Scotland.
Meg chases after him and screams out the bombshell news that she has married Angus. She demands they release her husband and they do, however now they claim she’s a traitor to Scotland. She promised not to marry and the council reminds her she was only regent as long as remained single and cared for her son, the future king.
Meg’s warned the Duke of Albany will be called home from France. He’ll govern until her son comes of age. They threaten to take custody of her sons and that sets Meg into motion. She races to her quarters, slamming the door to bar the council. They’re able to break it down but not before Meg and Angus grab the children. The couple manage to outrun the council and lock themselves in a room.
The council doesn’t attempt to break down this door as Meg screams they’ll be punished for disrespecting her, reminding them King Henry and Queen Catherine won’t stand for this.
Meg quickly pens a letter to Catherine, which Catherine immediately brings to Henry upon receipt to discuss in private. Henry doesn’t take the news his sister remarried well and is more upset with her actions than those of the council’s in response. He takes it as a personal insult.
Catherine reveals Meg also requested an army but to make sure they indicate they’ve come in peace. Henry’s livid at this point that Meg wrote to Catherine rather than him and believes his sister has risked the survival of his heir by upsetting Catherine.
Henry commands Catherine not to reply to Meg. He refuses to take any action.
Catherine doesn’t write Meg, but she does reach out to Mary who is now Queen of France. She requests Mary keep the Duke of Albany in France and away from Scotland.
King Henry’s among those gathered in a field to hunt. Maggie Pole (Laura Carmichael) is there accompanied by William Compton (Luke Mullens). Thomas More (Andrew Buchan) is also with the group, as is the ever-present Thomas Wolsey (Philip Cumbus). Wolsey asks King Henry about a promotion to Chancellor and Henry reveals Catherine’s thoughts on the matter, which aren’t complimentary.
Wolsey, always looking for a way to push Catherine aside, suggests King Henry assist Lady Anne Hastings (Tessa Bonham Jones) who’s enthusiastic but has terrible aim. Thomas points out Wolsey’s maneuverings to Maggie who seems upset that Wolsey’s working against Catherine.
When the group returns from the hunt, Catherine watches as King Henry takes Lady Anne’s hand while she curtseys. Henry and Catherine share alone time moments later and she suggests General Thomas Howard ride to Scotland with just a handful of soldiers to negotiate. Henry stands firm, still angry at his sister’s reckless actions. Catherine confesses Howard has already left and Henry’s stunned she disobeyed.
An argument ensues, with Catherine clearly upset at Wolsey’s influence over her husband.
Later, King Henry addresses his council and explains he sent General Howard to negotiate with the Scots after Meg’s hasty action. “England will not be intimidated. We are mighty. We will be obeyed,” says King Henry.
Catherine’s out for a walk when she asks Lina if Lady Anne has found a lover. Lina claims not to know anything about palace gossip, but Catherine clearly believes Oviedo would share such news. Henry arrives to interrupt the uncomfortable conversation and escort Catherine to her room. Once there, she makes it known she wants to make love but Henry resists. He wants her to stay in her room until the baby has arrived and avoid any stress.
Catherine begs to be allowed out for a few more days to attend mass. Henry gives in, kissing her hand then gently kissing her lips.
Over in Scotland, Meg’s in panic mode. She wonders why they haven’t heard from Angus’ uncle in England or from King Henry. She realizes she’s angered Henry but is counting on Catherine to soothe things over. Just then Angus’ uncle appears at the window with a letter from General Thomas. Meg quickly reads it and is stunned to learn Thomas is only bringing six men. There won’t be an English army arriving soon to save her.
Meg and Angus get into a heated argument over this development. Angus yells at Meg’s son and then refers to himself as a sovereign which immediately earns Meg’s wrath. She points out he’s not a sovereign and he shouldn’t have assumed this would be an easy life. Meg slowly realizes Angus isn’t the man she thought he was and that she was blinded by infatuation.
Catching up with Lina’s family, Oviedo (Aaron Cobham) is playing with his children who are old enough to speak. He confirms King Henry is bedding Anne Hastings but explains that’s just the way of English kings.
Catherine prays for her unborn child and her marriage and then takes one last barefooted walk in the grass before facing confinement. She’s upset by the lack of eye contact and whispers in the hallways as she heads to her room. Lina attempts to assure her confinement can be a blessing, but Catherine once again broaches the subject of her husband’s infidelity. She admits she’s heard the rumors and demands Lina tell her what she’s heard. Lina’s silence appears to confirm to Catherine that King Henry is having an affair with Anne Hastings. Lina tries to assure her they’re foolish rumors but does admit the rumors are spreading. She also reveals a woman was seen leaving King Henry’s rooms – and that woman looked like Anne Hastings.
Catherine doesn’t need to be told by Lina that King Henry loves her. She refuses to be jealous like her sister.
And speaking of gossip, the dinner table is buzzing with whispered conversations about Wolsey’s blatant attempts to put Anne and Henry together. Wolsey’s made sure they’re seated next to each other at the head of the table.
Lady Anne makes a toast to her nephew Henry Stafford and Ursula Pole, wishing them many children and the joys of love. She then goes on to talk about the wedding night and how it’s normal to bleed and be uncomfortable the first time. When King Henry points out not every woman bleeds her first time, Lady Anne corrects him and says all women bleed when they lose their virginity.
Maggie Pole is watching Henry’s reaction from the other end of the table and tries to change the subject by offering her own toast to her daughter and Henry Stafford. It’s not working as King Henry is lost in thought, recalling his first time with Catherine and the lack of blood.
Edward Stafford (Olly Rix) whispers his own toast that only he can hear. “To Wolsey’s swift demise,” he says and then drinks.
Laura Carmichael in ‘The Spanish Princess’ season 2 episode 4 (Photo Credit: Starz)
Maggie Pole steps away from the table for a conversation with Lina. Lina reveals Catherine knows about the rumors of King Henry sleeping with Lady Anne. Lina confesses she’s worried about the baby because Catherine’s so distressed. Maggie then fills Lina in on the conversation about wedding nights and bleeding. She believes this is an extremely dangerous conversation.
That night King Henry comes to Queen Catherine’s room to say goodnight. She asks if he has any news of Meg before confessing she worships him. She explains she realizes he has appetites she can’t fulfill right now, and she’d understand if he took another woman to his bed. Catherine practically begs him to share this with her so she won’t be pitied anymore. She understands their love is different from his sexual desires.
Henry claims there’s nothing for him to confess. He kisses her forehead and tells her to rest.
General Howard (Peter Egan) and his men arrive in Scotland. Meg leaves her room with Angus and the children, threatening the council England will attack if they harm her or her children. As she’s speaking with General Howard, council members move in to snatch her children. General Howard warns them to hand the boys over or feel England’s wrath. Angus has betrayed her and still holds one child, rushing him back inside the castle as Howard instructs Meg to get on a horse.
Meg’s hysterical and doesn’t want to leave without her children, but Howard assures her it’s the only way she survives this – for now.
They pause on their ride home as Meg’s overcome with emotion. She can’t believe she trusted Angus, betrayed her boys, and that she was so stupid. Howard attempts to comfort her by saying she was lonely. He promises Meg she will return to Scotland and get her boys back. “You’re a f**king she-wolf,” says Howard.
Meg changes their plans, deciding she’ll ride to York to collect herself. She won’t see King Henry until she’s ready.
Maggie has a plan to help Catherine. She asks William Compton for help in easing Catherine’s distress so that their Queen doesn’t lose another baby. Maggie wants William to say Lady Anne was with him, not with King Henry. It has to be William because he’s the only man who shares Henry’s rooms. This will remove the blame from Henry while soothing Catherine’s distress.
William appreciates Maggie’s loyalty to Catherine and agrees to do his part.
A dance is held and Lady Hastings is on the floor with King Henry. When the song ends, Maggie speaks with Anne and says, “It seems the better woman has won. Sir William Compton hasn’t been able to take his eyes from you all night.”
Maggie says she won’t compete with Lady Anne, given her youth and beauty. The dutiful William approaches and Lady Anne giggles as he compliments her appearance.
Tongues are beginning to wag and Maggie appears quite satisfied her plan’s working.
Queen Catherine’s water breaks and she panics because it’s too early. She sends Bessie (Chloe Harris) out to find Lina and upon their return, Catherine’s struggling with the pain of labor. It’s too late to call a midwife and Lina assures her they’ll make it through the delivery together.
Meanwhile, Edward Stafford waits until King Henry’s taking a break from dancing to inform him of Angus’ betrayal and Meg’s escape from Scotland.
Wolsey watches and understands the significance of Lady Anne openly dancing with William Compton. Maggie sees his expression and can only smile.
Bessie arrives to tell King Henry his baby’s about to be born. Henry’s friends congratulate him as Lina tries to convince Catherine the baby won’t die if it’s born this early. Maggie has also joined the women assisting Catherine.
After Charlie Brandon suggests Henry name his son Prince Charles, Henry informs his friend the baby will be named Henry.
The baby arrives and Catherine’s disappointed she’s given birth to a girl. The baby cries, as does Catherine.
Henry arrives seconds after the birth and Catherine breaks the news she’s had a healthy girl. She asks through the closed door if Henry will hold his child. He says nothing and leaves.
Maggie tells Catherine her baby needs her mother, but Catherine walks by without comforting her newborn child.
Days later King Henry can only thank her for her efforts. He’s cold and distant in front of the court.
Wolsey writes a note to King Louis instructing him to send the Duke of Albany to take control of Scotland. Wolsey believes it’s the only way to settle matters without going to war.
Queen Catherine walks with Lina and her ladies through the gardens. She’s not holding Princess Mary and is in a horrible mood when she scolds Lina. She thinks Lina was wrong about Lady Anne and believes the lie Sir William Compton was actually bedding Lady Hastings – not King Henry. She blames King Henry being angry with her on the fact she confronted him about the affair, based on Lina’s information.
Meg and General Howard arrive at Westminster and she finally reunites with her brother. She confronts him about his order to send the Duke of Albany to Scotland to raise her children, and he’s momentarily perplexed. Wolsey admits he wrote to France with instructions without Henry’s knowledge, and Meg accuses him of being the new King of England. Henry recovers enough to say Wolsey simply forgot Henry actually gave the order.
King Henry believes the Duke of Albany will keep Scotland stable until Meg’s son comes of age. Meg storms off, determined to speak to Catherine about this matter.
If looks could kill, Wolsey would fall dead to the floor as King Henry stares at him before exiting the room.
The room’s full of the power players as King Henry enters and is immediately asked by Maggie Pole to be released from her betrothal to William Compton. She can not marry him knowing William kissed a married woman. After a lengthy pause, Henry releases her while acknowledging this is what she wanted all along.
Maggie’s next conversation is just as difficult. She informs William that King Henry has withdrawn his consent.
Thomas More walks with Maggie, complimenting a game well played. He then reveals it’s actually true that Lady Hastings never slept with King Henry. Wolsey lied about that. However, King Henry does have a lover.
General Howard tells Catherine he’s being sent away, and Catherine understands he’s being punished by King Henry. She’s grateful for all he’s done for her and for England.
Meg’s next to bend Catherine’s ear, but their conversation is interrupted by Catherine’s lady announcing she’s taking the baby’s swaddling to the laundry. Once she leaves, Meg asks Catherine to tell Henry to help her. She wants to return to Scotland to raise her boys, but Catherine doesn’t think that will happen. “It will not work, Meg. We have all failed. Mary’s trapped in France married to a man she wishes dead. Albany has your kingdom for himself,” says a very depressed Queen Catherine.
Catherine believes King Henry’s angry she failed him by giving birth to a girl.
Catherine refuses to hold her daughter when she’s brought to her. She spots a cloth on the ground and leaves Meg, using the excuse she’s taking it to Bessie. She enters the laundry and there, right out in the open, is King Henry having sex with Bessie. Catherine runs off before they spot her.
