Around the remote: Robert De Niro a ‘Wizard’ in HBO biopic on Bernie Madoff
DON’T MISS: “The Wizard of Lies” – Robert De Niro brings his epic talent to television in this film about disgraced financier Bernie Madoff, who orchestrated one of the largest frauds in U.S. history and sent thousands of investors to financial ruin. Adapted from a book by journalist Diana B. Henriques and deftly directed by Barry Levinson, it examines Madoff’s Ponzi scheme – his deception, lies and cover-up – as he and his family are plunged into a harsh spotlight. Michelle Pfeiffer plays Ruth Madoff, Bernie’s longtime spouse and unwitting partner. 8 p.m. Saturday, HBO.
Other bets
SUNDAY: Break out the swimsuits and sashes, it’s time for the “Miss USA” competition. Julianne Hough and Ashley Graham are our hosts for the festivities as Deshauna Barber prepares to crown her successor. 8 p.m., Fox.
SUNDAY: In the speculative drama “King Charles III,” the late Tim Pigott-Smith imagines what life will be like for Britain’s Prince Charles after his accession to the throne, sometime in the years ahead. It’s an adaptation from a Tony-nominated Broadway play that predicts plenty of turmoil for the monarchy. 8 p.m., KSPS; 9 p.m., KCDT.
MONDAY: Now, let’s gaze ahead to a future that’s way, way off. “Year Million” is a six-part documentary-drama narrated by Laurence Fishburne that explores what it will be like to be human approximately 1 million years from now. We imagine a robot takeover. 9 p.m., National Geographic.
TUESDAY: We’re braced for lots of danger on the Season 14 finale of “NCIS.” Gibbs, McGee and Torres travel to a remote area of Paraguay that’s controlled by a violent group of rebels in an attempt to locate a Navy Seal who disappeared during an unsanctioned trip. 8 p.m., CBS.
TUESDAY: For music lovers, “American Epic” is a can’t-miss, three-part documentary. It whisks us back to the Roaring ’20s to recall the fledgling days of the recording industry – a time when scouts traveled the country in search of undiscovered talent. 9 p.m., KCDT.
WEDNESDAY: Markie Post – remember her? – makes a guest appearance on the season finale of “Chicago P.D.” She plays Lindsay’s mother and, unfortunately, she’s implicated in a murder case. 10 p.m., NBC.
WEDNESDAY: “I Am Heath Ledger” is a 90-minute documentary that delivers an intimate look at the life and work of the young Australian movie star who quickly rose to fame before his stunning death in 2008. Included: Footage from Ledger’s personal home movies. 10 p.m., Spike TV.
THURSDAY: On the Season 13 finale of “Grey’s Anatomy,” the doctors’ lives are at risk after a dangerous patient escapes from a hospital room. Meanwhile, Alex must make a hard choice in his relationship with Jo, and Meredith has some big news for Nathan. 8 p.m., ABC.
FRIDAY: “James Beard: America’s First Foodie,” a new offering from the “American Masters” documentary series, is a profile of the cookbook author, journalist, TV celebrity and teacher who championed localism and sustainability long before those terms had entered the culinary vernacular. 9 p.m., KSPS and KCDT.