TUESDAY
OCTOBER 10
2017

BIANCULLI’S BEST BETS

 

NBC, 8:00 p.m. ET

This is the final night of the blind auditions, and they’ve been as entertaining and emotional as always. There’s something about watching an aspiring artist reveal, in advance, that his or her dream would be to be teamed with a specific coach – then to watch a performance good enough to get that judge to spin around in the chair. Chloe Kohanski (pictured) did all that last night, trying to hook Miley Cyrus by singing “The Chain” by Fleetwood Mac – and succeeding. Sometimes, the singers pull surprises by selecting other judges instead. Other times, no judge turns around. Regardless, family members and loved ones are just offstage, crying… and the whole thing works. This reality competition show earns its Emmys, and deserves its audience. For a full review, see Alex Strachan's TV That Matters.
 
  
 
 

ABC, 9:00 p.m. ET

Last season, and now this one, Black-Ish has carved out a path, for a TV sitcom, that I believe to be unprecedented. In last year’s finale, to cap off what seemed to be a routine story line about a character’s pregnancy and delivery, Bow (Tracee Ellis Ross) had to endure some unexpected complications: Her baby had preeclampsia, and was delivered by emergency C-section – eight weeks premature. And tonight, with the baby and mother safely home, the complications, and the drama, continue, because Bow is showing clear signs of suffering from a condition that’s not that uncommon, but seldom discussed, especially on television: postpartum depression.

 
  
 
 

NBC, 9:00 p.m. ET

Kate visits Kevin on set of his new movie, which turns out to be a Sly move. Also on the set: Sylvester Stallone, who guest stars here, playing himself.

 
  
 
 

Cinemax, 10:00 p.m. ET

Tales from the Tour Bus has been one of this season’s most delightfully unexpected treats. Mike Judge has served up an animated history of country music, but based on newly collected oral histories that are themselves, at times, animated by him as well. And tonight’ Cinemax presents a mini-marathon of all three installments presented to date, so viewers can catch up instantly. And should. Tonight’s subjects, in order: Johnny Paycheck, Jerry Lee Lewis, and part one of the George Jones and Tammy Wynette story, which concludes Friday.

 
  
 
 

FX, 10:00 p.m. ET

Tonight’s episode is titled “Mid-Western Assassin” – a tip-off to why an opening sequence from this episode, of mass carnage by gunfire, has been trimmed by FX, in the wake of the recent shooting tragedy at Las Vegas.

 

 
  
 
 
 
 
Read and add comments HERE for today's Best Bets!
 
 
 
 
Leave a Comment: (No HTML, 1000 chars max)
 
 Name (required)
 
 Email (required) (will not be published)
 
QCFRI
Type in the verification word shown on the image.
 
 
 Page: 1 of 149  | Go to page: 
2968 Comments
 
 
It is my first visit to your blog, and I am very impressed with the articles that you serve. Give adequate knowledge for me. Thank you for sharing useful material. I will be back for the more great post. But by chance looking at your post solved my problem! I will leave my blog, so when would you like to visit it?!
Jan 25, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
Incredible post I should state and much obliged for the data. Instruction is unquestionably a sticky subject. Be that as it may, is still among the main themes of our opportunity. I value your post and anticipate more.
Jan 25, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
Hey There. I found your weblog using msn. This is an extremely smartly written article. I’ll be sure to bookmark it and return to learn extra of your helpful information. Thanks for the post.
Jan 25, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
Ini peringatan terakhir, selanjutnya jika saya melihat situs web Anda lagi, saya akan menghancurkan Anda.
Jan 25, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
Adobet 88 is a modern and user-friendly online platform designed to deliver a smooth and reliable experience for users
Jan 25, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
mary20
[Press Release Distribution](https://kingnewswire.com/)
Jan 24, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
mary20
Startups gain authority when Press Release Distribution showcases achievements online. Trusted media helps.https://kingnewswire.com/
Jan 24, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
Para bajingan ini tidak punya rasa malu sama sekali, menipu orang-orang yang tidak bersalah setiap hari.
Jan 24, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
Para penipu ini benar-benar bajingan, berbohong kepada orang-orang dan mencuri uang seperti penipu kotor yang sebenarnya.
Jan 24, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
Ayni vaatlerle onlarca site var, ama bu site özellikle kötü. Hem yavas hem de güven vermiyor.
Jan 24, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
Bajingan keparat, akan kupukul pantatmu dengan sangat keras!
Jan 22, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
Wonderful illustrated information. I thank you about that. No doubt it will be very useful for my future projects. Would like to see some other posts on the same subject!
my weblog.
Jan 22, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
I like the helpful info you provide in your articles. I’ll bookmark your blog and check again here frequently. I’m quite sure I’ll learn plenty of new stuff right here! Good luck for the next.
Jan 22, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
site! I truly love how it is easy on my eyes and the data are well written. I am wondering how I could be notified when a new post has been made. I’ve subscribed to your RSS feed which must do the trick! Have a great day!
Jan 22, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
I think this is one of the most vital information for me. And i am glad reading your article. But want to remark on few general things, The site style is great, the articles is really great. Good job, cheers
Jan 22, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
You really make it seem so easy with your presentation but I find this matter to be actually something which I think I would never understand. It seems too complex and extremely broad for me. I am looking forward for your next post, I will try to get the hang of it!
Jan 22, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
Impressive web site, Distinguished feedback that I can tackle. Im moving forward and may apply to my current job as a pet sitter, which is very enjoyable, but I need to additional expand.
Jan 21, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
One other issue is when you are in a predicament where you would not have a co-signer then you may genuinely wish to try to exhaust all of your financing options. You can get many grants or loans and other grants that will give you finances to assist with school expenses. Thank you for the post.
Jan 21, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
Good web site! I really love how it is simple on my eyes and the data are well written. I am wondering how I might be notified when a new post has been made. I have subscribed to your RSS feed which must do the trick! Have a nice day!
Jan 21, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
Interesting topic for a blog. I have been searching the Internet for fun and came upon your website. Fabulous post. Thanks a ton for sharing your knowledge! It is great to see that some people still put in an effort into managing their websites. I'll be sure to check back again real soon.
Jan 21, 2026   |  Reply
 
 
 
 Page: 1 of 149  | Go to page: 
 
 

David Bianculli

Founder / Editor

David Bianculli has been a TV critic since 1975, including a 14-year stint at the New York Daily News, and sees no reason to stop now. Currently, he's TV critic for NPR's Fresh Air with Terry Gross, and is an occasional substitute host for that show. He's also an author and teaches TV and film history at New Jersey's Rowan University. His 2009 Dangerously Funny: The Uncensored Story of 'The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour', has been purchased for film rights. His latest, The Platinum Age of Television: From I Love Lucy to the Walking Dead, How TV Became Terrific, is an effusive guidebook that plots the path from the 1950s’ Golden Age to today’s era of quality TV.