What to watch
MONDAY
July 11, 2022
All times Central. Start times can vary based on cable/satellite provider. Confirm times on your on-screen guide.
Days of Our Lives: Beyond Salem Peacock ■ Season Premiere
This spinoff of the long-running daytime drama Days of Our Lives is back with a second installment of five episodes, with a new episode premiering each day starting today through Friday, July 15. The storyline will feature the returns of familiar faces past and present, both longtime cast members and newcomers, including Peter Reckell and Kristian Alfonso as cherished Days supercouple Bo and Hope Brady; Eileen Davidson as Kristen DiMera; Christopher Sean as Paul Narita; Deidre Hall as Dr. Marlena Evans; Drake Hogestyn as John Black; Steve Burton as Harris Michaels; Stephen Nichols as Steve “Patch” Johnson; Loretta Devine as Angela; Vince Van Patten as Phil Hellworth; and more. Chapter 2 of Beyond Salem is billed as an “epic, actionpacked tale that spans the entire globe, from Monte Carlo to Hong Kong,” and its largerthan-life romance, surprising twists and high-stakes drama all reportedly connect back to a plotline that longtime DOOL fans will surely remember.
SharkFest 2022 Continues Nat Geo, Beginning at 6 p.m.
Tonight’s SharkFest lineup begins with Sharks vs. the World, about the many creatures with which these predators find themselves at odds. Following that is the premiere of the new, six-episode season of When Sharks Attack (new episodes air each night). After that are new specials Sky Sharks, about how drones help experts study sharks, and Maui Shark Mystery, which follows scientists trying to figure out why tiger sharks gather in big numbers around Maui each year.
The Bachelorette ABC, 7 p.m. ■ Season Premiere
Season 19 of the hit dating series features two leading ladies, fan favorites Gabby Windey and Rachel Recchia, who supported each other through a devastating dual breakup in the Season 26 finale of The Bachelor. The women will once again stand by each other’s side as they set out on a journey to find love. Jesse Palmer hosts.
Better Call Saul AMC, 8 p.m. ■ Midseason Premiere
The final season took a month-and-a-half hiatus but now returns for co-creator Vince Gilligan’s final six episodes of his prequel. In the teaser video we could hear Jimmy McGill (Bob Odenkirk) say, “So, after all that, a happy ending.” What and who he’s referring to with that statement is a big question (and is it Jimmy, Gene Takovic or Saul Goodman talking?). We will find out soon, as well as see the anticipated return of Breaking Bad’s
BBQ USA Food Network, 8 p.m. ■ New Series
Chef and restaurateur Michael Symon is headed to the biggest barbecue competitions across the country to bring viewers right into the action as he showcases the most elite competitors and top-notch talent as they battle for the ultimate barbecue bragging rights and prizes.
Claim to Fame ABC, 9 p.m. ■ New Series
Kevin and Frankie Jonas cohost this competition series challenging 12 celebrity relatives to step outside their famous family member’s shadow and live together under one roof, concealing their identity and lineage as they seek their own fame and fortune. They will compete in challenges, form alliances and play DNA detective while trying to avoid elimination and win $100,000.