What to watch THURSDAY
May 5, 2022
All times Central. Start times can vary based on cable/satellite provider. Confirm times on your on-screen guide.
The Staircase
HBO Max New Series
This eight-episode true-crime drama explores the life of Michael Peterson
(Colin Firth), his sprawling North Carolina family and the suspicious death of his wife, Kathleen Peterson (Toni Collette). Three episodes are available today; subsequent new episodes are available Thursdays.
The Pentaverate
Netflix New Series
What if a secret society of five men, the Pentaverate, has been working to influence world events for the greater good since the Black Plague of 1347? In this sixepisode comedy, Canadian journalist Ken Scarborough (Mike Myers) finds himself on a mission to uncover the truth and just possibly save the world in the process. Myers plays eight different characters in the series, which also stars Ken Jeong, Keegan-Michael Key, Debi Mazar, Richard McCabe, Neil
Mullarkey, Lydia West and Jennifer Saunders. Jeremy Irons narrates.
Girls5eva Season Premiere
Peacock
The comedy about a one-hit-wonder
’90s girl group that reunites to give their dreams another shot is back for Season 2. Three episodes are available today, with subsequent new episodes available Thursdays.
Station 19 ABC, 7 p.m.
In “Death and the Maiden,” Andy’s fate remains unknown as a trial date is set. Meanwhile, Vic and Sullivan are approached by an unexpected guest, and the crew responds to a row of townhouses on fire.
Law & Order NBC, 7 p.m.
A new episode of the Law & Order reprisal premieres tonight.
Grey’s Anatomy ABC, 8 p.m.
In “Should I Stay or Should I Go,” Bailey faces an unhappy Catherine, who is facing audits for several of her Foundation hospitals. Meanwhile, Addison is back at Grey Sloan, tensions rise between Meredith and Richard, and Owen returns to work.