News

It's finally official, the upcoming season of Downton Abbey will be the final season. However, the legacy of the Granthams may continue with a movie or spin-off series.

History's Vikings will continue to pillage for a fourth season.

HBO has extended its deal with Vice for an additional four years. In addition Vice's news magazine, the new deal will have Vice make a daily half-hour news broadcast for the premium channel. First Last Week Tonight, then Jinx now this. It really sounds like HBO is focused on having an actual influence on current events.

Who thought the world needed a new Coach series? Then again, if they get Shelley Farbares to return, I'll consider enduring Craig T. Nelson.

Justin Kirk has joined the cast of the comedy pilot Sarah Silverman is making for HBO. The series has Silverman playing an abrasive video game designer with Kirk playing her boss.

Justin Kirk

Will the upcoming A.K.A. Jessica Jones give us the Marvel Cinematic Universe's first same-sex couple?

Bill O'Reilly may have weathered the charges of exaggerating his journalistic accomplishments but has it left him more skittish about his trademark confrontational interviews?

Straight porn star James Deen will play himself on the upcoming Showtime series Happyish. Apparently, he has advice on succeeding in adult films that also applies to corporate America.

James Deen

John Slattery could have been on Empire. At least, he says that Empire co-creator Danny Strong (who had a role on Mad Men) asked he'd be interested in appearing on the show. "I think I let that ship sail. I don't know who I would've played ...some white dude." Wrong, he'd probably play some white dude who gets told off by Lucius or Cookie. That would have been so worth it.

The first Supergirl villain will be Vartox, played by Owain Yeoman. In this version Vartox is an alien with Superman-like powers who has been hiding on earth for the past several years.

Friday's Listings

The Talk (CBS) Check local listings

Wanda Sykes guest-hosts today's show which includes a chat with Jim Parsons.

Hart of Dixie (CW) 8:00 PM ET

It's a sad day for Bluebell fans as Hart of Dixie wraps up its fourth season as one of the few CW shows with a bleak outlook for the future. Still, this week's finale promises to be a satisfying goodbye (if it is indeed the farewell episode) as Zoe and Wade try to figure out their issues before their baby is born.

Grimm (NBC) 8:00 PM ET

The wesen of the week involves a one night stand turned deadly due to a "bizarre love triangle" (if it involves a wesen that's a bug or a rabbit I'll be squeeing in delight). Meanwhile, Adalind debates what to do with her big news while Juliette turns to Renard as Nick struggles to handle her new nature.

12 Monkeys (Syfy) 9:00 PM ET

Cole tries to follow Ramse back to 1987 Tokyo, but Ramse is about to find out he's got a role to fulfill in this drama. With the season finale in a few weeks, this are getting really crazy at this point.

Real Time with Bill Maher (HBO) 10:00 PM ET

Tonight's panel is extra gay with Barney Frank and Zachary Quinto. Don't worry, it's not all good news. The third member of the panel is the utterly awful S.E. Cupp. So two boys, one Cupp.

Saturday's Listings

Bad Blood (Lifetime) 8:00 PM ET

Soap hunk Billy Miller stars in Lifetime's woman-in-jeopardy movie. In this case, the woman is in jeopardy because she donated bone marrow and the recipient is now using her DNA to frame her for murder. Seems like a complicated plan. Maybe they should have consulted the Keating Five.

Black Sails (Starz) 9:00 PM ET

It's the the second season finale as Flint makes an unexpected alliance.

Saturday Night Live (NBC) 11:30 PM ET

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson returns as host this week.

Sunday's Listings

QI (BBC America) Noon ET

The first BBC America season ends with an episode of Christmas topics... or "Jingle Bells."

Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief (HBO) 8:00 PM ET

HBO takes on the Church of Scientology with this documentary that alleges a history of abuse towards its members that features interviews from people who left the church.

Once Upon a Time (ABC) 8:00 PM ET

While Regina leads the villains in circles, Henry thinks he may have found the author — but maybe they shouldn't find him?

The 2015 iHeartRadio Music Awards (NBC) 8:00 PM ET

The iHeartRadio Awards return and this year Sam Smith is up for four awards — and he's performing too! Other performers include Madonna, Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson.

Shameless (Showtime) 9:00 PM ET

With Ian facing a court martial for going AWOL, the Gallaghers start debating if its time to do something about Sammi.

The Good Wife (CBS) 8:00 PM ET

Florrick/Agos/Lockhart already had to deal with a ransomware attack and now their IT department is being kept busy because of their association with a certain movie producer. I wonder what recent event might have inspired this plot.

The Walking Dead (AMC) 9:00 PM ET

After last week's ringing-ears, seeing-red, full-bonkers Rick rant, the people of Alexandria declare, "We have to talk about Rick Grimes." There are promises that viewers will respond with rage and tears so make sure you have a very calming Sunday afternoon before you tune in.

Oprah: Where Are They Now? (OWN) 9:00 PM ET

Oprah checks in with the amazing Betty White.

The Royals (E!) 10:00 PM ET

It's a case of #RoyalPeopleProblems as Queen Helena and Princess Eleanor stage rival fashion shows.

Revenge (ABC) 10:00 PM ET

After last week's loss, Emily is grieving while Victoria is feeling a renewed thirst for revenge. Whatever, I want to know what's next for Nolan and the hot bearded CPS worker.

Talking Dead (AMC) 10:30 PM ET

The season finale discussion includes Melissa McBride, Norman Reedus, showrunner Scott Gimple and a surprise cast member. Who do we have to worry about?

Watch What Happens Live (Bravo) 11:00 PM ET

Andy starts off the week with RuPaul and the faboo Regina King.

What will you be watching this weekend? Please share in the comments!