What to watch
FRIDAY
March 29, 2024
All times Pacific. Start times can vary based on cable/satellite provider. Confirm times on your on-screen guide.
Madu
Disney+
This film follows 12-year-old Anthony Madu as he leaves his family and community in Nigeria to study in England at one of the world’s most prestigious ballet schools. Having never left his home outside of Lagos, Anthony finds himself thrust into a new world where his wildest dreams are suddenly within reach. His courageous journey is a story of extraordinary obstacles as he searches for belonging and acceptance while being far away from his family and facing unexpected challenges that could impact his future.
Renegade Nell
Disney+ ■ New Series
In this fantasy/adventure, Louisa Harland plays Nell Jackson, a quick-witted and courageous young woman who finds herself framed for murder and unexpectedly becomes the most notorious outlaw in 18th-century England. But when a magical spirit called Billy Blind (Nick Mohammed) appears, Nell realizes her destiny is bigger than she ever imagined. The eight-part series is written and created by Sally Wainwright (Happy Valley).
The Beautiful Game
Netflix ■ Feature Film Exclusive
Bill Nighy leads this British sports drama as Mal, the manager of England’s homeless soccer team, who takes his players to Rome with the hope of being crowned champions of the Homeless World Cup, a global street soccer tournament (the film was made with the support of this tournament organization). At the last minute, he decides to bring with them talented striker Vinny (Micheal Ward), who could give them a real chance at winning, but only if he is ready to let go of his past and become part of the team.
Is It Cake?
Netflix ■ Season Premiere
The hit game show/cooking competition returns with bigger cakes, higher stakes and wilder bakes. This season, a new batch of bakers pushes the boundaries of culinary craftsmanship, creating hyper-realistic cakes to trick and deceive their way to the ultimate cash prize.
Spermworld
FX, 9 p.m.
This documentary feature directed by Lance Oppenheim delves into how prospective parents are finding sperm donors in unregulated, online marketplaces. The film follows intimate encounters between donors and recipients as they exchange more than just genetic material. What emerges is an incisive portrait of the search for human connection in an increasingly alienating world.
American Masters: ‘Moynihan’
PBS, 9 p.m.
Discover the life and legacy of former U.S. senator and diplomat Daniel Patrick Moynihan in this episode of the long-running docuseries examining the lives of outstanding artists and leaders.