American Masters
Edgar Allan Poe: Buried Alive is the title of the newest instalment, focusing on the titular notorious author. Denis O’Hare stars as Poe, with the story exploring the misrepresentations of Poe and revealing how he tapped into what it means to be human in a modern and sometimes frightening world. (PBS)
SUPERIOR DONUTS
In the Season 2 premiere of the workplace comedy, titled What the Truck?, Arthur’s (Judd Hirsch) business is threatened by an ambitious young entrepreneur who parks her food truck in front of the doughnut shop. (Global/CBS)
THE GOOD DOCTOR
Shaun (Freddie Highmore) and Claire (Antonia Thomas) devise an experimental procedure to save the leg and life of a young groom. Jared (Chuku Modu) struggles to emotionally connect with a patient whose scars may prove too deep to overcome. (CTV/ABC)
GOOD BONES
Mina and Karen purchase a home in a transitional Indianapolis neighbourhood. The location is a sizable former office space with no discernible bedrooms, so the girls are excited to utilize the blank canvas. (HGTV)
CANADA’S WORST DRIVER
The 13th season continues. Drivers attempt to drive the elevated rails, complete a clean run in reverse and demonstrate the proper method of checking their blind spot. (Discovery)
LUCIFER
A food chemist is found dead, and Lucifer (Tom Ellis) and Chloe’s (Lauren German) investigation unexpectedly pits them against criminal defence lawyer Charlotte Richards (Tricia Helfer). Lucifer makes a shocking discovery that helps with the case. (CTV/Fox)
SCORPION
The latest edition of the crime drama airs. At Halloween, the team takes on a case to prove the existence of ghosts on the Queen Mary but find a ship on a deadly collision course. Walter (Elyes Gabel) considers taking note of Paige’s interests to benefit their relationship. (City/CBS)
THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF DALLAS
It’s LeeAnne and Rich’s engagement party, and everyone is coming. And as Brandi begins to see the light about LeeAnne, it sets the stage for a shocking turn of events that may destroy friendships. (Slice)
9JKL
The first-year sitcom airs a fresh episode: The Key to Life. Josh (Mark Feuerstein) is caught in a bind after he refuses to give Judy (Linda Lavin) a new spare key to his apartment. (Global/CBS)