What To Watch: Unforgettable Finale, Unaired American Dads And More
On TV this Sunday: Carrie Wells is no longer Unforgettable, American Dad (briefly) returns home, a new Miss America begins her reign and The Roosevelts come to PBS. Here are 10 programs to keep on your radar.
Series premiere: In this seven-part documentary (airing every night through Sept. 20), filmmaker Ken Burns examines the lives of Theodore, Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt. In the first installment, Teddy becomes the youngest president in American history.
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American Dad
Fox
Before the series jumps to TBS for Season 11, enjoy two previously unaired episodes on Fox. First up, a sexy next-door neighbor (voiced by 30 Rock’s Jane Krakowski) promises to take Steve and his friends’ virginity in return for housework (as a sexy next-door neighbor will do). Then, Roger moves in with Greg and Terry.
Boardwalk Empire
HBO
Nucky pays a visit to Johnny Torrio, who agrees to broker a meeting with the new “Boss of Bosses,” Salvatore Maranzano (Italy’s Giampiero Judica).
Miss America Competition
ABC
The Bachelor’s Chris Harrison and Good Morning America’s Lara Spencer co-host the live pageant from Atlantic City, N.J., preceded by a behind-the-scenes special at 8 pm. (My money's on Miss Washington, based on... absolutely nothing.)
Ray Donovan
Showtime
Cochran gets a game-changing call from the president, and Kate confronts Ray about his past.
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Unforgettable
CBS
First up, Carrie and Al investigate a movie star’s disturbing murder. Then in the season finale at 10:30, Carrie’s memory fails her after an assassin poisons her. Also, prepare to meet [SPOILER]. (Not yet renewed.)
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Harry at 30
BBC America
Sick of Royal Baby news? Then turn your attention to that other royal babe, with this hour-long documentary that chronicles Harry’s iconic life moments.
The Lottery
Lifetime
Alison follows up on the evidence James uncovered, but her investigation hits a dead end. Meanwhile, Vanessa discovers Darius' plan to take control of the lottery.
Manhattan
WGN America
Frank gains unsettling perspective when British scientists who have worked on a similar implosion model visit The Hill.
The Strain
FX
As Ephraim investigates Kelly's disappearance, he struggles with what he finds; Dutch pursues a plan to retaliate against Palmer.
