ON THIS WEEK
Break out the stretchy pants and fire up the DVR!
FRIDAY 8/30 THE DARK CRYSTAL: AGE OF RESISTANCE In this prequel to Jim Henson’s 1982 cult hit set years before the original, three Gelflings discover the horrifying truth of Skeksis’ power, setting off a battle for the planet. (Netflix)
FRIDAY 8/30 WHEN HOPE CALLS Hallmark’s When Calls the
Heart lands its first spinoff, following sisters Lillian (Morgan Kohan) and Grace (Jocelyn
Hudon), who open an orphanage in Brookfield and struggle to find love and acceptance. (Hallmark Movies Now)
SUNDAY 9/1 WHAT JUST HAPPENED
Fred Savage’s character Fred Savage must figure out what to do when The Flare is canceled and he’s forced to host an aftershow about a teen drama. The finale features guests Ron
Funches and former WWE wrestler Paige. (Fox, 9:30 p.m.)
MONDAY 9/2 UNTOUCHABLE This Harvey Weinstein documentary, which was a huge hit at Sundance, takes a scathing look at the former businessman’s empire and the allegations surrounding him. The footage includes interviews with multiple accusers. (Hulu)
WEDNESDAY 9/4 THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF DALLAS The season kicks off with Lee Anne Locken prepping for her big wedding day and D’Andra
Simmons getting bad news on the business front. Plus, there’s a new wife in town: Kary Brittingham. (Bravo, 9 p.m.)
WEDNESDAY 9/4 WU-TANG: AN AMERICAN SAGA The drama series traces the rise of the Wu-Tang Clan from their humble roots in Staten Island to their reign as hip-hop influencers. Shameik Moore and
Ashton Sanders star. (Hulu)