What To Watch: Sopranos Prequel Film, Princess Diana Musical, Dynasty Finale, CBS Dramas Return And More
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On TV this Friday: S.W.A.T. heads to Mexico, Princess Di gets the Broadway treatment and the Sopranos franchise fades in from black. Here are 15 programs to keep on your radar; all times are Eastern.
Showtimes for October 1, 2021
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Diana: The Musical
Netflix
Filmed in advance of its official Broadway opening, this production chronicles the life of Princess Di, played here by stage actress Jeanna de Waal.
The Guilty
Netflix
Jake Gyllenhaal stars in director Antoine Fuqua's latest film, about a 9-1-1 operator who works relentlessly to save a caller in grave danger... until he discovers that nothing is as it seems.
Limited series premiere (all 10 episodes): A single mom (The Leftovers' Margaret Qually) turns to housekeeping to make ends meet as she escapes an abusive relationship; Nick Robinson (A Teacher), Anika Noni Rose (Power), Andie MacDowell (Cedar Cove) and Billy Burke (Zoo) co-star.
The Many Saints of Newark
HBO Max
The Sopranos prequel film takes us back to the '60s, where a young Tony (Michael Gandolfini) and his family are in the midst of a gang war. (Who's Who?)
Mr. Corman
Apple TV+
Season 1 finale: Josh embarks on a virtual date; Jamie Chung (Lovecraft Country) guest-stars. (Not yet renewed.)
Scooby-Doo and Guess Who?
HBO Max
Season 2 premiere (all 13 episodes): The Mystery Incorporated gang teams up with the likes of Cher, Jessica Biel, Lucy Liu, Jason Sudeikis and Run DMC.
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The Most Magical Story on Earth: 50 Years of Walt Disney World
ABC
Whoopi Goldberg hosts this primetime celebration/bit of corporate synergy; Christina Aguilera and Halle Bailey perform.
Penn & Teller: Fool Us
The CW
Season 8 premiere: Featured magicians include Jandro, Piff the Magic Dragon, Helen Coghlan and Paul Gertner.
Season 4 finale: Blake and Cristal work together to prevent further obstacles to Blake's campaign; Fallon calls on Amanda for help. (Previously renewed.)
