What To Watch This Week

By starrymag | February 22, 2016

By: Jamie Steinberg

 

 

Monday:

The X-Files:

Mulder (David Duchovny) and Scully (Gillian Anderson) have returned to your TV and the truth is still out there. In our last episode, our determined duo found some familiar faces in Agent Miller (Robbie Amell) and Agent Einstein (Lauren Ambrose). The four joined forces in order to help take down a terrorist bomb making cell while Scully also struggles with losing her mother. Are Einstein and Miller set to take over the franchise and keep the alien hunt to the next level? Will this final two-hour episode reveal the truth behind Mulder and Scully’s son? Does the return of Agent Monica Reyes (guest star Annabeth Gish) mean an extra helping hand for the other worldly gumshoes? Tune in tonight because seeing is believing. (FOX, 8pm)

 

Jane The Virgin:

Jane (Gina Rodriguez) has a romance on the horizon with her former mentor/professor (played by the easy on the eyes Adam Rodriguez). Meanwhile, Petra (Yael Grobglas) is about to pop with Rafael’s (Justin Baldoni) twins – despite the fact Rafael has learned his mother is actually a drug lord in cahoots with former mother-in-law. On top of all of that delicious drama, Jane’s mother, Xiomara (Andrea Navedo), just turned down her father, Rogelio’s (Jaime Camil), marriage proposal. With a juicy storyline in store for every character, how could you not watch? (The CW, 9pm ET/PT)

 

 

Tuesday:

Pretty Little Liars:

A new bad guy is after the Liars, but taking on a familiar form. Back in Rosewood after a five year jump, each girl has new hoops to jump through and a new lease on life. Spencer’s (Troian Bellesario) mother is running for Senate and she is now dating Caleb (Tyler Blackburn). Aria (Lucy Hale) is now working for a publishing company that is working with her ex-boyfriend Fitz (Ian Harding) to publish his novel. Hanna (Ashley Benson) now works in the fashion industry and is engaged to an adorable Aussie. Sadly, our dear Emily (Shay Mitchell) is down on her luck. Her father has passed away and she has dropped out of school. Looking to help garner some finances, she has recently donated her eggs only to find out they are now being held hostage by “A” (or whoever this new evil threat may be). The icing on the cake? Ali’s (Sasha Pieterse) sister Charlotte has been murdered and with the Liars being back in town during the incident all eyes are back on these beauties. (Freeform, 8pm ET/PT)

 

 

Wednesday:

Survivor:

Beauty vs Brawn vs Brains. This season is being touted as the most physical and most injury prone. The “beauty” team has a previous “Big Brother” contestant (and Army vet); however, I’m betting Thai (the gardener) will be the most entertaining on that team. Brawn has a bounty hunter, bodybuilder and former basketball pro. Meanwhile, Brains has Debbie – a self-proclaimed jack of all trades. A chemistry by trade, she is quick to shout her own praises for the various jobs she has held and abilities she has. I’m guessing she’ll be as popular as Shirin was the last two seasons of “Survivor.” Tune in to see who stands out and sinks fast. (CBS, 8pm ET/PT)

 

 

Suits:

Mike (Patrick J. Adams) is in trouble. Deep trouble. He’s been charged with fraudulently presenting himself as an attorney and falsifying his records as a Harvard graduate. In the last episode we found him in a faux trial, testing the waters of how the real one would play out in court. Wanting to represent himself, he goes against mentor Harvey (Gabriel Macht) to prove his prowess, only to face his biggest fears. And with Mike trying to keep his head above water, Louis (Rick Hoffman) finds himself within a rock and a hard place as well. He has sent former sweetheart Sheila (Rachael Harris) to Argentina in order to prevent her from testifying against Mike; however, Gibbs has tracked her down and is threatening to hold Louis accountable for these actions. With the trial being pushed up, can Mike save himself without taking the ones he loves down? (USA, 10pm ET/PT)

 

Thursday:

Grey’s Anatomy:

Meredith (Ellen Pompeo) may have finally come to terms with the loss of her beloved Derek just when she gets mauled by a patient. Needing approval from a psychologist before she can get her hands dirty again, Meredith tries convincing herself she is just looking for a “tape and glue” guy to give her the go-ahead. After realizing it may not be that easy, we just have to wait and see if she’s allowed back to business. Meanwhile, Richard (James Pickens, Jr.) has just realized DeLuca (Giacomo Gianniotti) and Maggie (Kelly McCreary) have started a romantic relationship and Callie (Sara Ramirez) can’t stop thinking of Penny (Samantha Sloyan). But one of the biggest question marks remains where do things stand between Jo (Camilla Luddington) and Alex (Justin Chambers)? Grab a seat on the couch to see what happens in this week’s new episode. (ABC, 8pm ET/PT)

 

How To Get Away With Murder:

Annalise (Viola Davis) and that baby. Is it real? Is it a figment of her imagination? Why is Annalise targeting this woman in Ohio and her son Christophe? Post shooting, we find Annalise kicking opiates while flashing back to memories of being pregnant. Meanwhile, the Keating Five are trying to figure out how to keep their hands clean after helping their mentor frame a client. With Annalise back from the blur, is she able to make amends with Bonnie (Liza Wiel) and get back to business? Will Asher (Matt McGorry) be able to put his glass down long enough to sober up and get back in the game? Is Laurel (Karla Souza) giving up on Frank (Charlie Weber) because she doesn’t see a future or because she wants Annalise to take her seriously as an associate on the rise? And one of the most important questions – Can Wes (Alfred Enoch) keep it together long enough to find out his connection to Annalise? (ABC, 10pm ET/PT)

 

 

Friday:

The Amazing Race:

With a reality show, it’s always important for players to play a good “social game” – as in make friends. What happens though when every player in the game is a social media star? The Amazing Race this season features only famous faces from YouTube, Vine, Instagram, etc. Last week we watched as the teams took on Colombia. Tune in to see what the next destination holds for the teams and if they can handle the mental and physical challenges in store. (CBS, 8pm ET/PT)

 

 

Sunday:

The Good Wife:

Surprise! We recently learned (thanks Super Bowl) that the series finale of “The Good Wife” is coming fast and furious. This insanely addicting drama gives you the jolt to your heart you need just before your week begins. Alicia (Juliana Margolies) is back at Agos & Lockhart and she has brought her latest partner to join the firm. Plus, Peter (Chris Noth) has recently lost his bid for President. What is next on the political horizon for him? Can Alicia be happy as a partner and not running the show? Will she finally find a lasting love with Peter or will her latest flirtation be the one for her? You’ll just have to tune in to find out and get caught up in the web of the case of the week as well. (CBS, 9pm ET/PT)

 

Downton Abbey:

Our favorite Brits are almost headed off into the sunset. You’ll want to watch this week’s behind-the-scenes look at the filming of “Downton Abbey” as the following week is the two hour series finale. Mary (Michelle Dockery) has recently remarried and Edith (Laura Carmichael) was (once again) dumped by a suitor – this time thanks to Mary’s meddling. With Lord Grantham’s (Hugh Bonneville) recent health scare, Thomas’ suicide attempt and a new era knocking on the regal doors, what will happen next to our grand Granthams? (PBS, 9pm ET/PT)