What To Watch: Trump Closes Out RNC, Madea's Farewell Play And More

On TV this Thursday: Selena Gomez turns in her apron, Tyler Perry bids adieu to Madea and President Trump (once again) addresses the Republican National Convention. Here are nine programs to keep on your radar; all times are Eastern.

Showtimes for August 27, 2020

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Class Action Park

HBO Max

The documentary reveals the truth about New Jersey's Action Park, which TVLine's Matt Mitovich can personally vouch was the world's most dangerous amusement park in the '80s/'90s.

Infinity Train

HBO Max

Book 3 finale (last two episodes): As they prepare to meet The Apex again, the gang learns that secrets have consequences. (Not yet renewed.)

Pure

HBO Max

The six-episode UK comedy focuses on 24-year-old Marnie (played by Charly Clive), whose OCD presents itself in the form of intrusive sexual thoughts.

Ravi Patel's Pursuit of Happiness

HBO Max

The four-part docuseries follows Patel as he traverses the globe in search of answers regarding aging, parenthood, immigration, and work ethic.

Selena + Chef

HBO Max

Season 1 finale (last four episodes): Recipes include buttermilk fried chicken with cheddar scallion biscuits, chicken meatballs, and pan-seared branzino. (Infinity Train also wraps its season on Thursday.)

Tyler Perry's Madea's Farewell Play

BET+

The streamer presents a filmed version of Perry's final stage run as Madea, featuring other fan-favorite characters such as Mr. Brown, Cora and Aunt Bam.

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Big Brother

CBS

Two nominees who we won't spoil face eviction, and a new Head of Household is crowned. (Find out when the season finale airs.)

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Republican National Convention

Various

Night 4 of 4 | Speakers include President Donald Trump; favorite, er, First Daughter Ivanka Trump; and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. (Miss any of Night 3? Watch it here.)

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Tacoma FD

truTV

The crew is called to a haunted house, where they navigate its halls and confront their greatest fears. (Which truTV comedy was abruptly cancelled?)

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