What To Watch: The Oscars, Downton Finale, Bob Simon Tribute And More
On TV this Sunday: Neil Patrick Harris gets his most legendary gig yet at the Oscars, Downton Abbey and Grantchester wrap up, 60 Minutes honors Bob Simon and The Walking Dead introduces a friendly face. Here are nine programs to keep on your radar.
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60 Minutes Presents: Remembering Bob Simon
CBS
In a special 90-minute broadcast, colleagues of the late correspondent Bob Simon pay tribute to his work in journalism.
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87th Annual Academy Awards
ABC
Ubiquitous awards host Neil Patrick Harris leads this year’s celebration of cinema. Meanwhile, I’m still coping with The Lego Movie’s snub.
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Downton Abbey
PBS
Season finale: London brings the Crawleys and their servants scandal, sabotage and a Scotland Yard stunner; Mrs. Patmore gets a surprise; Robert has a revelation. (Next Sunday: The Christmas special! Renewed.)
Girls
HBO
Soul-searching leads Hannah to an epiphany, while another disastrous interview for Shoshanna ends on a high note.
Law & Order: SVU
NBC
Repeat to Revisit: If you missed NBC’s crossover between SVU, Chicago Fire and Chicago P.D., now’s your chance to catch the big episode.
The Walking Dead
AMC
After surviving a major storm, Rick and the others meet what appears to be a friendly person.
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Togetherness
HBO
During a morning hike, Brett meets Linda (Mary Steenburgen, Justified), a New Age believer who encourages him to get in touch with himself.
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Grantchester
PBS
Season finale: Sidney tries to stop a killing spree as Geordie's life hangs in the balance. (Not yet renewed Stateside.)
Looking
HBO
Patrick decides to be a "fun gay" by throwing a Halloween party -- only to end up distracted by Richie and his new beau.
