TCM, 8:00 p.m. ET
I love that TCM is on a kick lately of cleverly selected double features, showing an early and later work by the same artist. This time it’s Fred Astaire, and the double feature begins at 8 p.m. with 1936’s Swing Time, co-starring his most famous dance partner, Ginger Rogers. Then, from 1951, comes Royal Wedding, in which his dance partner is played by Jane Powell – but she’s playing his sister, not his romantic interest. And with Royal Wedding, Astaire’s best dance numbers are with himself: dancing on the walls and ceiling thanks to clever special set design and photographic effects, and dancing with a hat rack (pictured).
ABC, 9:00 p.m. ET
In tonight’s episode, there’s a brief flirtation with luxury – with Alex’s new company setting her up in a high-rise, high-class apartment complex, which other members of the family are only too happy to explore.
PBS, 9:00 p.m. ET
I can’t wait to see
Mysteries of Sleep, this week’s new episode of
Nova. But I’m recording it, too – just in case I fall asleep during the opening credits.
Check local listings.