Showtime, 8:00 p.m. ET
We’ve just digested the results of the Nevada caucus, with Bernie Sanders emerging as the front runner – while, at the same time, news has leaked that intelligence agencies notified some congressional leaders last month, including Sanders, that the Russians were actively plotting to influence our coming election, reportedly spewing information and disinformation to sow discord by supporting both Sanders and President Trump. How will The Circus cover this circus? Tune in to see.
NBC, 9:00 p.m. ET
If you’re following and enjoying this metaphysical musical series, here’s something to look forward to: In tonight’s episode, one of the people revealing their inner feelings in music and dance is Lauren Graham’s Joan, who bursts into song in the women’s rest room at work. Well, the echo is good in there…
HBO, 9:00 p.m. ET
Last week, Holly (Cynthia Erivo) almost died, and then dreamed she had. This week, the shape-shifting evil she’s been pursuing may have set its sights on a new quarry – in a very creepy carnival setting. But of course. This is, after all, a solid adaptation of a Stephen King novel, so danger is everywhere, and carnivals often are nearby.
Showtime, 9:00 p.m. ET
This is the third of four episodes Showtime previewed for critics this season, so I can say, with authority, that it’s an episode (and, so far, a season) not to be missed. Claire Danes, as Carrie, seems to be on her way to redemption and clarity – but let’s just say there are obstacles.
AMC, 10:05 p.m. ET
SEASON PREMIERE: It’s finally here. Not only Season 5 of
Better Call Saul, after more than a year away from TV, but the moment when Bob Odenkirk’s Jimmy McGill, in this companion series to
Breaking Bad, finally adopts the persona of Saul Goodman. Does that mean his story is over? No. This series is scheduled to end after Season 6, so we have a while yet to spend with these characters – which, to me, is an absolute joy.
To hear my review on NPR’s Fresh Air with Terry Gross, visit the Fresh Air website. And for a full review here at TVWW, see
David Hinckley's All Along the Watchtower.
HBO, 10:31 p.m. ET
Tonight’s episode is called “Surprise Party,” and it’s no surprise that Larry David, at least “TV Larry,” isn’t fond of surprises… even when it’s not his party. But I’ll reveal one surprise about tonight’s episode: among the guest stars is Fred Armisen, who plays an old guy with a walker – and a guy with whom Larry has an uncomfortable hallway encounter on the way to the bathroom.
HBO, 11:10 p.m. ET
Okay, John Oliver, explain last week to me. Please.