This week, get ready to dive into a captivating lineup of new and returning television. From intense dramas to heartwarming reality, there’s a treasure trove of content waiting to be discovered across your favorite streaming platforms and cable channels, airing from September 22-28.
Out on the town and into trouble.
Sterlin Harjo, the brilliant mind behind ‘Reservation Dogs,’ delivers another compelling series, “The Lowdown.” This new FX show casts Ethan Hawke as Lee Raybon, a self-proclaimed ‘truthstorian’ and citizen journalist. Set in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Lee operates out of a quirky rare bookstore, dedicated to uncovering corruption. The story kicks off when his latest exposé leads to a mysterious death, only fueling his resolve to dig deeper. Catch it Tuesday at 9 p.m. on FX, or stream it the following day on Hulu.
Jesse Williams, previously Dr. Jackson Avery on ‘Grey’s Anatomy,’ makes a grand return to television as Daniel De Luca in “Hotel Costiera.” Playing a former marine in Italy, Daniel takes on a new role at a luxurious Positano hotel. Tasked as a fixer, he must investigate the disappearance of the owner’s daughter and unravel the secret dealings of the elite guests. Prepare for stunning Amalfi Coast scenery and plenty of high-stakes hotel drama. All six episodes of this limited series premiere Wednesday on Prime Video.
What if the Roy children from ‘Succession,’ but instead of a media empire, they’re battling over a brewery? That’s the essence of the new series, “House of Guinness.” Transporting viewers to Dublin in 1868, the show follows the Guinness family’s four children as they vie for control after their patriarch’s death, determining the future of the iconic brewery. Stream it Thursday on Netflix.
A man in his 60s walks into a jungle … oh wait.
Before we meet the next Bachelorette, Taylor Frankie Paul, the highly anticipated second season of “The Golden Bachelor” is set to premiere. Mel Owens, a former N.F.L. player, steps into the lead role. The inaugural season of this spin-off achieved remarkable success, becoming the franchise’s most-watched debut since 2020. However, controversy already surrounds Season 2. Owens, 66, sparked debate on a podcast in June, stating he would ‘cut’ women over 60 and requested casting to ‘try to stay away from the artificial hips and the wigs.’ Interestingly, all but one participant are over 60, with one woman being 58, which promises an intriguing season. Tune in Wednesday at 8 p.m. on ABC, or stream it the next day on Hulu.
To reach the milestone 50th season of “Survivor,” which will feature fan favorites like Mike White and Cirie Fields, we must first brave the challenges of the 49th season. This iteration takes place on Fiji’s Mamanuca Islands. Host Jeff Probst revealed that two contestants from this season will be chosen to participate in ‘Survivor 50,’ offering viewers a chance to get acquainted with them early. Watch it Wednesday at 8 p.m. on CBS.
On the case at a school for troubled teens.
Mae Martin, celebrated for their comedic brilliance in ‘Feel Good,’ embraces a more dramatic role in the new series “Wayward.” The show delves into the unsettling realities of Tall Pines Academy, a boarding school for troubled teens, where questionable activities are afoot. Toni Collette portrays Evelyn, the school’s enigmatic leader, while Martin plays Alex Dempsey, a police officer. After moving into a new home with his wife, Laura (Sarah Gadon), Alex begins to investigate peculiar incidents linked to the academy. This gripping series is available to stream Thursday on Netflix.
The CW expands its reach to Canada with a new installment of the popular crime procedural, “Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent.” This show, which first aired in Canada in February 2024 on Citytv, garnered significant attention as its largest prime-time premiere, attracting 1.1 million Canadian viewers. The series follows the fictional Specialized Criminal Investigations Unit of the Toronto Police Department as they tackle murders and corruption across the city’s metropolitan area. Catch the premiere Wednesday at 8 p.m. on the CW.
Based on Andrea Stanley’s 2019 Cosmopolitan article, ‘Is It Possible to Stop a Mass Shooting Before It Happens?’, comes the new series “The Savant.” Stanley herself served as a consultant on this compelling show, created by Melissa James Gibson. Jessica Chastain stars as an undercover investigator who infiltrates online hate groups, striving to preempt extremist acts before they can unfold. Stream this powerful drama Friday on Apple TV+.