Wilfred

 

Wilfred airs on FX Thursday at 10pm est. time.

Wilfred is a brand spanking new show which always peaks my interest, especially when it has an interesting actor like Elijah Wood. Elijah plays Ryan a lonely, bored, stuck in a rut young man. Jason Gann plays Wilfred who happens to be a dog. To get cool points with his pretty neighbor Jenna (Fiona Gubelmann) Ryan agrees to take care of Wilfred.  Ryan is the only one who sees Wilfred as a grown ass man in a dog suit. Wilfred is loose. He smokes weed, cigarettes, drinks beer and drops knowledge. Ryan is easily manipulated by Wilfred so agreeing to watch him may have not been a good choice. Now they have formed a bizarre friendship. It didn’t make me laugh a lot but produced enough laughs to continue to watch. It’s an original show and very entertaining. Look forward to see how this relationship works out. To watch a new show with a not so cute dog watch Wilfred.

The First 48: Missing Persons

The First 48: Missing Persons airs on A&E Thursday 10pm est. time.

This show is a spin off from The First 48. The Chicago’s missing persons unit allows us to see how they solve missing persons cases. The first 48 hours are the most crucial time for the investigation. These detectives work their asses off running around town knocking on doors, placing phone calls, driving around to see if they find the person. The dedication to be a detective is admirable. This show is captivating and scary. You get to see how some people chose to put their family through the pain of not knowing their whereabouts. All types of cases are profiled as according to the website they get 17,000 calls of missing persons. To see real detective work watch The First 48: Missing Persons.

Men from a Certain Age

Men from a Certain Age airs on TNT Wednesday 10pm est. time.

Men from a Certain Age is about three childhood friends going through midlife together. What makes this show stand apart from the rest is that it’s about men’s struggle with life. Very interesting to see the lives evolve, crash and burn and keep it moving.   

Joe (Ray Romano) is divorced, awkward and geeky. He owns a party store and was addicted to gambling. Owen (Andre Braugher) is married with three kids who works for his daddy car dealership. Terry (Scott Bakula) is the actor still waiting for his big break. His a player and good at being unemployed. It’s a special chemistry between them. The supporting cast is as talented as the stars. This drama is greatly written and the acting is superb. Funny and touching moments are plentiful. I’ve been watching since season one and they still rocking. To see life through men’s eye watch Men from a Certain Age.

Unsung

Unsung airs on TV One Monday’s at 10pm est. time.

Unsung is a biography series about some of the greatest R&B, Soul and Gospel singers of the past few decades. Tammi Terrell, the Spinners, Angela Winbush, Miki Howard, Rose Royce, Freddie Jackson are just some of the talented singers profiled.  They never reached the pinnacle of success like their peers Luther Vandross, Diana Ross, Whitney Houston, Stevie Wonder and others. But never the less they made great contributions to music. For those still alive they tell their story in their own words from birth until now. Interviews from family, music producers and friends give an insight into the crazy life of singers. Watching this show took me back in time. I know most of the songs but was too young to know who the singers were. Now I can put a name and face to these wonderful songs. The trials and tribulations of being famous and rich is very seducing. It’s very sad to see the ups and downs of such a brutal business. It’s good to see many have made it out okay and keep going. To go back in time and reminisce watch Unsung. 

Bully Beatdown

Bully Beatdown airs on MTV2. Check your local listing.

This show is hosted by MMA fighter Jason “Mayhem” Miller. Mayhem along with the victim or victims of the bully challenges the bully to fight an MMA fighter for $10,000. Since they think their so bad they agree. They have to survive two three minute rounds against a MMA fighter. Wowzer!!!  The first round consists of five tapouts. Every time the bully taps out the victim wins $1,000. The second round consists of kick boxing. If the bully is knocked out, quits or the ref stops the fight the victim wins the remaining $5,000. This show makes fools of bully’s. Let’s them know they are not so bad after all. Each episode ends with the bully apologizing to the victim. I really hope these jerks learn their lesson. To see bully’s get their ass beat and eat humble pie watch Bully Beatdown.

Futurama

Futurama airs on Comedy Central Thursday 10pm est. time.

This show is the brainchild of Matt Groening. Matt is best known for creating a little known cartoon family called The Simpsons. This Thursday June 23, Futurama will begin the new season with back to back episodes. That deserves a Woo Hoo!!!  I love Futurama and have watched every episode. It’s so colorful both on screen and in language. The characters are buffoons who either you love or hate. Futurama stars Fry who mistakenly was transported to the New New York from 1999. Fry’s love interest and co-worker Leela. Leela is a cyclopsian (alien) and captain of the spaceship. Fry’s best friend is a fucked up sex fiend, liar and thief but mostly likeable robot Bender. They work at Planet Express, which is owned by Professor Farnsworth. Dr. Zoidberg is the fake ass doctor who looks like a lobster. Amy is the rich and sexual Chinese intern. Hermes is the paper pusher. Together these band of knuckleheads manage to get the job done and take you on an excellent adventure. It’s very amusing. To view the future through the eyes of great animation watch Futurama.  

Braxton Family Values

 

Braxton Family Values season one ended last week, however you can catch repeats or check out the website.

This is one of my guilty pleasure shows. Just when I think there can’t be another celebrity realty show that I would watch and along came The Braxton’s.  I’ve been riding with Toni Braxton from the beginning of her career. I love raspy voices. So naturally I was intrigued to watch the show about her and her four sisters, mom and occasional visit from their one brother. To quote the baby sister, they are a hotmess.com. But what American family is not. They all share equal about of time in front of the camera, which is rare when only one is a superstar. Not anymore, they each are superstars in their own right.

1. Toni is a worldwide superstar singer.
2. Towanda is her assistant, backup dancer, backup singer, stylist, makeup artist 
3. Trina is funny and uninhibited. She likes to drink and have a good time. 
4. Traci is trying to get her second chance at being a singer with her sisters.  
5. Tamar is too much to handle, and not in a good way. 
6. Ms. Evelyn is these lovely ladies mommy and very normal (so far)

They all have different attitudes but the same style. It’s very interesting to see how their lives play out. As past history indicates celebrity realty TV can be a bad idea. I really hope they can escape the realty TV curse. So hold on to your wigs as WE TV has picked up the show for season two. To watch sisterly love and rivalry watch Braxton Family Values.