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This week’s TV highlights
Hundreds of channels, hours and hours of programming. So much to watch, so little time. Here are some highlights to get you started on your week of viewing.
Sunday
“Recount,” 8 p.m. on HBO — With the 2008 presidential election shaping up to be as close as the 2000 showdown, might this be a cautionary tale? The exceedingly well-done docudrama takes us back to that nerve-wracking time when the U.S. presidency was hanging by a chad in Florida. The film tracks the frantic legal maneuvers in the two camps, with Kevin Spacey as Al Gore’s point man Ronald Klain and Tom Wilkinson as Bush advocate James Baker. A chilling time cleverly recreated.
“The National Memorial Day Concert,” 7 p.m. on PBS — Always stirring, this year’s annual tribute to American soldiers features Gladys Knight, Sarah Brightman, Denis Leary, Rodney Atkins, John Schneider, Charles Durning and former Secretary of State (and general) Colin Powell.
Monday
“The Andromeda Strain,” 8 p.m. on A&E — A four-hour remake of the 1971 feature film, this special-effects laden re-telling has Eric McCormack as a reporter tracking a mysterious plague that spreads after a satellite crashes in a small town in Utah. The cast also includes Benjamin Bratt, Andre Braugher, Viola Davis, Daniel Dae Kim, Christa Miller and Rick Schroder. (Concludes at 8 p.m. Tuesday.)
“So You Think You Can Dance,” 7 p.m. on Fox — A poor substitute for the much classier “Dancing with the Stars,” but for those having dance withdrawal, it’s better than nothing. (More on Wednesday and Thursday.)
Tuesday
“Frontline,” 8 p.m. on PBS — The superb documentary series investigates human smuggling from Mexico to the United States.
“48 Hours,” 9 p.m. on CBS — The Big Eye news team takes an oh-so-timely look at polygamy.
Wednesday
“NHL Stanley Cup Finals,” 7 p.m. on NBC — For those who care, the puck stops here.
“NBA Eastern Conference,” 7:30 p.m. on ESPN — The Celtics and the Pistons trade hoops.
“Men in Trees,” 9 p.m. on ABC — Recently canceled, the sweet little Alaska drama airs a new episode.
Thursday
“Lost,” 8 p.m. on ABC — After agonizing delays, partly due to the writers’ strike but also due to production delays, the two-hour fourth season finale airs tonight. The Oceanic Six allegedly find themselves closer to rescue as the confrontation between survivors and freighter people continues.
Friday
“2008 National Spelling Bee,” 7 p.m. on ABC — The final round, hosted by “Dancing with the Stars” emcee Tom Bergeron, showcases a bunch of very bright kids. Try to keep up. We dare you.
Saturday
“Scooby-Doo,” 7 p.m. on ABC Family — Freddie Prinze, Jr., and Sarah Michelle Gellar star in this 2002 comedy based on the old TV series. Kids will enjoy. Grownups? Not so much.
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By Sandy K
May 27, 2008 6:02 PM | Link to this
Ed, I totally agree with you!!!
By ed jordan
May 23, 2008 11:02 PM | Link to this
the statesman should be chastized for cancelling the sunday tv guide. there is now no simple way to see what is on during the week especially before 6 p.m. and after 12 a.m. this is absurd considering some of the idiotic articles the paper seems to cherish. and, no, i am not going to go to austin 360 or whatever to see what is on at 2 p.m....i find it is easier and more useful justs to turn off the tv and pick up a book or magazine. i also am telling any tv advertisers that i no longer am able to watch their sponsored programs because is have no idea when they come on anymore. such a total senseless disservice to your readers and long time subscribers, like myself.