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Saturday, August 9, 2008
This week’s TV highlights
Hundreds of channels, hours and hours of programming. So much to watch, so little time. Here are some highlights to get you started on your week of viewing.
Sunday
“Beijing Olympics,” 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. on NBC — Whole lot of basketball (live, in the morning) and swimming (live, in the evening) going on today.
“Masterpiece Mystery,” 8 p.m. on PBS — We’re going to strive to find non-Olympics highlights this week, but it’s not easy. One thing we do know: The seventh season of “The Inspector Lynley Mysteries” begins tonight with Thomas Lynley (Nathaniel Parker) and his trusty partner Barbara Havers (Sharon Small) steeped in murder, abduction and more dark deeds.
Monday
“Beijing Olympics,” 7 p.m. on NBC — The men’s gymnastics final is tonight, and more pool action takes place live. “Muhammad Ali: Made in Miami,” 9 p.m. on PBS — Rare footage and interviews chronicle young Cassius Clay’s rise from humble beginnings to boxing legend.
“The Mole,” 9 p.m. on ABC — For those who care, the season finale is tonight, which means the lying- cheating winner will be revealed.
Tuesday
“Beijing Olympics,” 7 p.m. on NBC — Gymnastics, swimming and beach volleyball are front and center tonight.
“Broken Trail,” 7 p.m. on AMC — This sweeping Western miniseries from 2006 stars Robert Duvall as a wise old cowpoke. It’s not “Lonesome Dove,” but it’s a good fix for those of us who love the genre.
Wednesday
“Beijing Olympics,” 7 p.m. on NBC — Yes, more swimming, gymnastics and beach volleyball.
“Greatest American Dog,” 7 p.m. on CBS — If it weren’t for the clumsy, personality-challenged owners, none of the dogs would have been eliminated. But the poor critters are leashed to their humans and must suffer the consequences. Nevertheless, this is a fun contest.
Thursday
“Beijing Olympics,” 7 p.m. on NBC — Gymnastics and beach volleyball, again. Are we tired of host Bob Costas yet? Maybe, but we’ve got many nights to go, so we’ll be patient with his extreme chipperness.
“NFL Preseason Football,” 7 p.m. on Fox — The hot-weather pigskin parade continues, with the Carolina Panthers and the Philadelphia Eagles sweating on the field.
Friday
“Beijing Olympics,” 7 p.m. on NBC — Back to the pool for live swimming contests, and then off to the beach for more volleyball.
“NFL Preseason Football,” 7 p.m. on Fox — Have you noticed that there’s not a lot on TV this week for non-sports fans? Tonight’s preseason game sends the Oakland Raiders to Tennessee to take on the Titans, so at least we can check on former Longhorn quarterback Vince Young.
Saturday
“Beijing Olympics,” 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. on NBC — Spain and the USA play basketball in the morning, swimming and the men’s 100m dash final in the evening. Who’s the fastest man alive? We’ll find out.
“Austin City Limits,” 7 p.m. on PBS — Ladysmith Black Mambazo showcases their rousing combination of South African and Christian gospel traditions.
“Men in Black,” 7 p.m. on TBS — Fun special effects and the chance to see Tommy Lee Jones as a comedy-action figure are the main draws to this 1997 movie … and, of course, the always charming Will Smith.
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