What to watch THURSDAY
January 4, 2024
All times Central. Start times can vary based on cable/satellite provider. Confirm times on your on-screen guide.
The Brothers Sun Netflix New Series
This dark comedy/action series begins when the head of a powerful Taiwanese triad is shot by a mysterious assassin. The leader’s eldest son, legendary killer Charles “Chairleg” Sun (Justin Chien), heads to Los Angeles to protect his mother, Eileen (Michelle Yeoh), and his naive younger brother, Bruce (Sam Song Li) — who has been completely sheltered from the truth about his family. Now, Charles, Bruce and their mother must heal the wounds caused by their separation and come together before one of their countless enemies kills them all.
Sanctuary: A Witch’s Tale
Sundance Now & AMC+ New Series
This supernatural drama series based on V.V. James’ novel is set in a contemporary world where witchcraft is real. In the idyllic English town of Sanctuary, witches have lived peacefully, and as valued members of society, for hundreds of years … until now. At the heart of the story is Sarah Fenn (Elaine Cassidy), Sanctuary’s resident witch, on whom the town relies to solve their problems when conventional remedies have failed. When local teen rugby star Dan Whithall (Max Lohan) dies tragically in an apparent accident, his death exposes a terrifying undercurrent of suspicion and fear toward Sarah and her teenage daughter, Harper (Hazel Doupe). The first two episodes are available today; new episodes drop on Thursdays.
The Golden Bachelor: The Golden Wedding ABC, 7 p.m. Live
Viewers are invited to watch the wedding of recent Golden Bachelor Gerry Turner and his chosen bachelorette Theresa Nist in this twohour special.
Legends of the Stagecoach INSP, 7 p.m.
This hourlong special looks at the iconic stagecoach, a marvel of engineering that became indispensable when Americans settled the West, transporting passengers, goods and gold throughout the far reaches of the frontier. Along the way, stagecoaches and their courageous drivers faced a multitude of dangers, and with the help of armed guards, often called shotgun messengers, many drivers became legends as they refused to back down from the threats.
Swamp People
History, 7 p.m. Season Premiere
The reality series is back for Season 15. In the premiere episode, “Cruel Summer,” Mother Nature levels the playing field this alligator season, unleashing a host of challenges that push the hunters to new limits: Water levels have plummeted to unprecedented lows as temperatures soar to scorching new heights.
Ghosts UK CBS, 8 p.m.
The BBC comedy that inspired the CBS series Ghosts continues with two episodes tonight. In “Bump in the Night,” the ghosts attempt to alert Mike (Kiell Smith-Bynoe) when Button House receives some uninvited guests. Then in “Perfect Day,” the first wedding scheduled at Button House is marred by a major blizzard and a case of cold feet.
Transplant NBC, 8 p.m.
In “Rumination,” Bash’s (Hamza Haq) psychiatrist suggests an unusual form of therapy to help with his PTSD; Mags (Laurence Leboeuf) counsels an irascible patient in a similar health situation to her own; Theo (Jim Watson) finds himself in an awkward spot with a patient’s mother; and June (Ayisha Issa) reaches a breaking point between her personal and professional lives.
SEAL Team CBS, 9 p.m.
Jason (David Boreanaz) seeks refuge at home while Ray (Neil Brown Jr.) leads Bravo Team on a mission accompanying British forces in the new episode “Close to Home.”