What to watch
THURSDAY
All times Central. Start times can vary based on cable/satellite provider. Confirm times on your on-screen guide.
NASCAR Cup Series: Duels at Daytona
FS1, 6 p.m. Live FS1 airs the pair of 150-mile qualifying races at Daytona International Speedway that will finalize the starting lineup for the 63rd Daytona 500.
Young Sheldon
CBS, 7 p.m. In “A Philosophy Class and Worms That Can Chase You,” it’s a big day for the Cooper twins as 11-year-old genius Sheldon (Iain Armitage) embarks on his first day of college and sister Missy (Raegan Revord) starts middle school. Unfortunately, Sheldon hits a snag when he clashes with his philosophy professor (Melanie Lynskey).
Hell’s Kitchen
FOX, 7 p.m. In the new episode “Metal & Marina,” the teams compete in a challenge to reinterpret classic Italian dishes.
The Wrong Valentine
LMN, 7 p.m. Original Film After her father’s passing, Emily (Mariah Robinson) tries to put herself out there. A bright student, Emily doesn’t have the easiest time making friends. With the help of Ms. Connelly (Vivica A. Fox), her senior year is in full swing, but she has yet to find a guy, let alone a Valentine of her very own. As luck would have it, the new boy at school has his eye on Emily and delivers her the annual school gift of a candy cupid. Could he be the one, or does he have some ulterior motives, as well?
Mr. Mayor
NBC, 7 p.m. In “Avocado Crisis,” an avocado shortage brings the city of Los Angeles to its knees, while an exhausted Mikaela (Vella Lovell) discovers the only thing that can put her to sleep is one of Arpi’s (Holly Hunter) boring presentations.
B Positive
CBS, 7:30 p.m. After missing Maddie’s (Izzy G.) soccer game due to dialysis, a depressed Drew (Thomas Middleditch) begins to question if all his sacrifices are worth it in the new episode “Phantom Limb.”
Superstore
NBC, 7:30 p.m. In “Conspiracy,” Glenn (Mark McKinney) is confused by Zephra’s new store policies and enlists the help of Sandra (Kaliko Kauahi) and Marcus (Jon Barinholtz) to figure out what’s going on. A memory lapse causes Jonah (Ben Feldman) to question his friendship with Garrett (Colton Dunn). Cheyenne (Nichole Sakura) and Mateo (Nico Santos) face an unexpected challenge with their ongoing beef.
Mom
CBS, 8 p.m. Bonnie (Allison Janney) is upset when Adam (William Fichtner) makes a big-ticket purchase without consulting her in the new episode “S’Mores and a Sadness Cocoon.”
Call Me Kat
FOX, 8 p.m. A visit to the gynecologist forces Kat (Mayim Bialik) to consider freezing her eggs if she ever wants to have children in the new episode “Eggs.”
The Unicorn
CBS, 8:30 p.m. While at an escape room for a fun evening, Wade (Walton Goggins) has an embarrassing slip of the tongue that creates an uncomfortable situation for Shannon (Natalie Zea) in the new episode “No Exit.”
Last Man Standing
FOX, 8:30 p.m. Vanessa’s (Nancy Travis) attempt to have both her granddaughters admitted to an elite preschool puts her in a sticky situation to return a political favor in the new episode “Preschool Confidential.”
Clarice
CBS, 9 p.m. New Series This new thriller is a deep dive into the untold personal story of FBI Agent Clarice Starling (Rebecca Breeds) as she returns to the field in 1993, one year after the events of The Silence of the Lambs. Brilliant and vulnerable, Clarice’s bravery gives her an inner light that draws monsters and madmen to her. However, her complex psychological makeup that comes from a challenging childhood empowers her to begin to find her voice while working in a man’s world, as well as escape the family secrets that have haunted her throughout her life. Michael Cudlitz, Lucca De Oliveira and Kal Penn also star.