While the Broadcast Nets are busily prepping Fall’s roster of new and returning dramas and comedies, it’s up to the streamers to keep us entertained over the summer months. And what a job they’ve been doing! This week sees the return of House of the Dragon. The show is back for a third season on HBO, with a slew of new faces, and a course plotted for the settling of old scores.

Meanwhile, the delightful Widow’s Bay airs its season one finale on Wednesday. If you’ve been enjoying the show, you may be interested to learn it has already been renewed for Season 2 on Apple TV.

Over on Prime Video, meanwhile, Vox Machina airs another 3 new episodes, in keeping with the show’s weekly triple release schedule.

All that plus Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed, Star City, Criminal Intent, Brilliant Minds, Cape Fear, The Chi, and more.

Here’s a rundown of the week ahead.

Wednesday, June 17

Matthew Rhys in “Widow’s Bay,” now streaming on Apple TV.

The Legend of Vox Machina — “The Ghosts of Whitestone”

Season 4, Episode 7
Doty, take this down. I’m told what’s down there is ghastly. I elected to stay upstairs, the strategic choice. I’m glad we weren’t there.

The Legend of Vox Machina — “The Bard’s Lament”

Season 4, Episode 8
Doty, take this down. An outing involved music, shouting, and at least one spectacular fight. I saved the day. Doty, make sure you got that last part.

The Legend of Vox Machina — “The Temple of Truth”

Season 4, Episode 9
Doty, take this down. Things are getting serious. Everyone is quieter than usual, which for this group is saying something.

Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed — “Rosebuds”

Season 1, Episode 6
Paula scrambles to host a children’s pizza party as the case intensifies.

Widow’s Bay — “We Hope You Enjoyed Your Time!”

Season 1, Episode 10
As events reach a conclusion, residents reflect on difficult choices and lasting consequences.

Brilliant Minds — “Through the Looking Glass”

Season 2, Episode 18
On his first day back at Bronx General, Wolf treats an ex-con during a hostage situation, while Ericka and Charlie care for a critically ill newborn.

Thursday, June 18

BRILLIANT MINDS — “Through the Looking Glass” Episode 218 — Pictured: (l-r) Teddy Sears as Dr. Josh Nichols, John Clarence Stewart as Dr. Anthony Thorne, Tamberla Perry as Dr. Carol Pierce, Zachary Quinto as Dr. Oliver Wolf, Aury Krebs as Dr. Dana Dang, Ashleigh LaThrop as Dr. Ericka Kinney, Al Calderon as Nurse Silva — (Photo by: Pief Weyman/NBC)

Criminal Minds — “Friendly Fire”

Season 19, Episode 5
The BAU tackles a complex new case while Elias Voit pushes for redemption. Voit’s growing notoriety awakens a dangerous new nemesis known as “The Fan.” This deadly admirer stalks the profilers and forces the team to their absolute limits in an attempt to prove he surpasses his idol.

Cape Fear — “Pierced”

Season 1, Episode 4
Anna leans on Max to help with a new client, while Natalie and Amber grow closer and Zack offers an apology.

Star City — “Bite Your Elbow”

Season 1, Episode 5
Pressure mounts on all fronts as fear begins to spread.

Welcome to Wrexham — “Touching Grass”

Season 5, Episode 7
With Wrexham pushing for promotion, manager Phil Parkinson works to keep both the squad and himself grounded amid growing expectations.

Sunday, June 21

Matt Smith in House of the Dragon Season 3

House of the Dragon — “Episode 1”

Season 3, Episode 1
Prepare yourselves for the Battle of the Gullet.

The Chi — “The Dead of Winter”

Season 8, Episode 5
The temperature drops as Reg makes a cold-hearted move for a quick payday.

American Dad! — “Dumbston Checks In”

Season 22, Episode 10
Steve and Principal Lewis team up to save the school while Stan searches for a decent meal.

American Dad! — “A Donkey’s Shame”

Season 22, Episode 11
Stan and Francine travel to Las Vegas to confront John Mayer.

Rick and Morty — “Jer Bud”

Season 9, Episode 5
Man’s best friend, broh.

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