Around the remote: Charles Barkley hosts discussions about race
DON’T MISS: “American Race” – We find Charles Barkley’s basketball commentary to be highly dubious at times. Even ridiculous. But how will he do when chatting about sociological issues? In this two-night, four-episode special, Sir Charles travels the country to explore the hot-button topic of race from different angles and engage in “thoughtful but spirited dialogue” with a diverse cross section of Americans. His goal? To build the kind of mutual understanding that can lead to productive solutions. Talking smack with Shaq sounds a lot easier. 9 p.m. Thursday, TNT.
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SUNDAY: You are cordially invited to “Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings.” Hosted by “The Bachelor” alums Ben Higgins and Lauren Bushnell, it’s a special that takes us inside some elaborate – and magical – nuptials. Mouse ears are optional. 8 p.m., Freeform.
SUNDAY: “The Last 100 Days of Diana” is a two-hour special that retraces the events of Princess Diana’s first and last tumultuous summer as a single woman – divorced from Prince Charles and caught between romantic affairs – until her shocking death. Martin Bashir hosts. 9 p.m., ABC.
MONDAY: The “King of Queens” reunion continues on the season finale of “Kevin Can Wait.” The episode has Kevin being strong-armed by his undercover partner (Leah Remini) to extend their investigation, causing him to miss Mets Fantasy Camp with his pals. 8 p.m., CBS.
TUESDAY: The “Prison Break” revival brings on even more turbo-charged drama. As Michael, Lincoln and the remaining Ogygia gang try to escape Yemen, they find themselves racing through the desert from a vengeful Cyclops (guest star Amin El Gamal). 9 p.m., Fox.
WEDNESDAY: Shemar Moore makes a welcome return in the Season 12 finale of “Criminal Minds.” Reprising his role as Derek Morgan, he brings the BAU a lead in the case against serial killer and escaped convict Mr. Scratch. 9 p.m., CBS.
WEDNESDAY: Uh-oh. On the season finale of “Black-ish,” Dre decides to throw an unforgettable baby shower for Bow. But his plans are put on hold when she visits her ob-gyn with a headache and discovers she’s having complications. 9:30 p.m., ABC.
WEDNESDAY: Season 2 of the historical drama “Underground” wraps up as Rosalee and Noah come face-to-face with Cato. Meanwhile, strategies change when Harriet Tubman is recruited by Jim Brown’s men. 10 p.m., WGN America.
THURSDAY: It sounds like trouble could be brewing on the season finale of “The Big Bang Theory.” The gang is concerned when Sheldon’s former admirer, Dr. Ramona Nowitzki (Riki Lindhome), resurfaces while Amy is away at Princeton. 8 p.m., CBS.
FRIDAY: McGarrett is risking his life yet again as “Hawaii Five-0” ends its season. The team attempts its “most dangerous rescue yet,” trying to save young girls trapped in the sex trafficking ring it has been tracking this year. 9 p.m., CBS.
SATURDAY: Melissa McCarthy, who has earned raves on “Saturday Night Live” for her impersonation of White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer, returns to the show – this time as host. She’ll be joined by musical guest, HAIM. 8:30 and 11:30 p.m., NBC.