MONDAY, APRIL 20 TO SUNDAY, APRIL 26
While the Broadcast Networks may already be looking towards the end of the fast-approaching 2025/26 Primetime schedule, there are still plenty of green TV shoots to be grazed upon, particularly if NBC and CBS franchises are your thing.
The One Chicago and Law & Order franchises are ticking along nicely on NBC, while CBS continues to air new episodes of FBI, CIA, Sheriff Country, Fire Country, NCIS, NCIS: Origins, and more.
Things are quieter on ABC this week, with staples like 911 and 911: Nashville preempted by the NFL Draft, and Grey’s Anatomy currently on a multi-week break to stretch its remaining Season 22 episodes into the May sweeps period. The show’s heavy hitter High Potential aired its season 2 finale on April 7, and the buzzy Scrubs revival ended on a hopeful season renewal-shaped note on April 15.
This week also welcomes animated supernatural drama in the form of Stranger Things: Tales from ’85 on Netflix. Season 2 of the Kate Hudson-starring Running Point also lands on Netflix this week.
Over on Prime Video, The Boys continues with episode 4, and Invincible with episode 8, while Apple TV welcomes the welcoming the return of British crime drama Criminal Record for Season 2.
Catch the full slate below, and watch for late photo gallery additions.
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Monday, April 20
CBS | The Neighborhood — “Welcome to the Purse Dog” (Season 8, Episode 17)
Calvin reluctantly agrees to dog-sit a glamorous little companion, only to face an awkward twist when someone else lays claim to it. Meanwhile, a joint celebration prompts Malcolm to question whether he and Mercedes are moving too fast.
CBS | DMV — “Drive-ory Tower” (Season 1, Episode 17)
Colette tries to bridge a growing divide at the office by bringing the driving examiners and counter clerks together. Meanwhile, Vic stubbornly avoids seeing a doctor after an unusual injury, forcing Barb to get creative to help him.
CBS | FBI — “Behavior” (Season 8, Episode 18)
When a single mother and her son are abducted while visiting a state park, Maggie brings in Peter Olsen to help profile their suspect. But as the team works, they make a harrowing discovery about an old case. (PHOTOS)
CBS | CIA — “Orbital” (Season 1, Episode 8)
When a crashed satellite containing dangerous nuclear material disappears, Bill and Colin work with an undercover Gina to recruit the help of a retired arms dealer to help track it down. (PHOTOS)
ABC | The Rookie — “Out of Time” (Season 8, Episode 16)
Nolan is put to the test when he’s forced to protect a man he doesn’t trust. Meanwhile, Lucy and Celina follow a promising lead, and Lopez finds herself conflicted about Wesley’s new position. (PHOTOS)
Prime Video | Kevin (Animated Cat Comedy)
Loosely inspired by a real life break-up and the cat who was caught in the middle, KEVIN is a hilarious and heart-warming story about finding where you belong in the world. After the unexpected break-up of his human “owners,” Kevin moves into a local pet rescue in Astoria, Queens where a chaotic band of misfit animals will help him to figure out what he really wants out of life.
Tuesday, April 21
CBS | NCIS — “Reboot” (Season 23, Episode 17)
With most of NCIS away and the mainframe shut down for a midnight upgrade, Kasie and a skeleton crew are left in a darkened building when someone begins hunting from inside. What starts as a routine reboot becomes a high-stakes game of cat and mouse through powerless hallways until an unexpected ally, Sam Hanna, steps into the fight. (PHOTOS)
ABC | Will Trent — “Our Last Dance” (Season 4, Episode 16)
Reeling yet relentless, the team hunts Adelaide and searches for Antonio. As Adelaide systematically eliminates her own acolytes, Will teeters on the edge, haunted by a grief so strong it could unravel the team. (PHOTOS)
Disney+ | Daredevil: Born Again — “Requiem” (Season 2, Episode 6)
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CBS | NCIS: Origins — “Who’s Gonna Drive You Home?” (Season 2, Episode 16)
While Gibbs and Lala grow closer on a case, Gibbs’ long-distance relationship with Diane is further tested by the arrival of an unexpected guest: Gibbs’ father, Jackson. (PHOTOS)
ABC | RJ Decker — “Burn the Boats” (Season 1, Episode 8)
R.J. struggles with a difficult decision, while Emi must contend with her family’s secrets.
Wednesday, April 22
Prime Video | The Boys — “Though the Heavens Fall” (Season 5, Episode 4)
None available
Prime Video | Invincible — “DON’T LEAVE ME HANGING HERE” (Season 4, Episode 8)
Mark confronts his darkest fears as his life changes forever.
Apple TV | Margo’s Got Money Troubles — “Buddies” (Season 1, Episode 4)
Apple TV | Criminal Record — “Is it Him?” (Season 2, Episode 1)
when a young man is stabbed to death at a political rally, rival police officers June Lenker (Jumbo) and Daniel Hegarty (Capaldi) are forced into an uneasy alliance. But what starts as a hunt for a murderer escalates into an undercover operation to foil a far-right bomb plot in the heart of London.
NBC | Chicago Med — “Things Left Unsaid” (Season 11, Episode 18)
A horrific car accident puts a family’s fate in the hands of the Gaffney staff. Ripley questions Lenox and her increasingly reckless behavior. (PHOTOS)
ABC | Abbott Elementary — “Ava & Fest” (Season 5, Episode 21)
It’s Ava Fest, and Ava’s determined to make it her biggest yet.
ABC | Abbott Elementary — “Miami” (Season 5, Episode 22)
Rumors begin to swirl when the Abbott crew is in Miami for PECSA weekend.
NBC | Chicago Fire — “Instinct” (Season 14, Episode 18)
While in the field, Violet and Novak are thrust into a dangerous and rapidly escalating situation, forcing them to rely on their instincts to protect both themselves and a vulnerable patient. (PHOTOS)
NBC | Chicago P.D. — “The Wicked River” (Season 13, Episode 18)
A deadly house party leads the Intelligence Unit to uncover a family’s alarming secret. Atwater faces a personal turning point. (PHOTOS)
Thursday, April 23
Netflix | Stranger Things: Tales from ’85 (All Episodes)
Return to Hawkins with Stranger Things: Tales From ’85, an exciting new animated series from showrunner Eric Robles and executive producers the Duffer Brothers. In the winter of 1985, snow blankets the town and the horrors of the Upside Down are finally fading. Our heroes Eleven, Mike, Will, Dustin, Lucas, and Max have settled back into a normal life of D&D, snowball fights, and quiet days. But beneath the ice, something terrifying has awakened. Could it be from the Upside Down? From the depths of Hawkins Lab? Or from somewhere else entirely? Our heroes must race to solve this mystery and save Hawkins in this new story set in the Stranger Things universe.
Netflix | Running Point (Season 2, All 10 Episodes)
Isla Gordon (Kate Hudson) is no longer the surprise choice to lead the Los Angeles Waves, she’s the one everyone is watching. With the franchise finally rebounding after last year’s scandal, Isla is determined to prove she’s not just keeping the seat warm for her brother Cam (Justin Theroux). What she doesn’t know is that Cam is quietly maneuvering behind the scenes to reclaim his post, turning every misstep into ammunition. As she tries to balance the pressure of running a franchise with devoting time to her personal life, every decision on and off the court counts.
NBC | Law & Order — “Ride or Die” (Season 25, Episode 18)
A talented local news reporter is brutally murdered. Maroun’s mentor takes the case for the defense, pitting Maroun against the woman who shaped her career.
CBS | Ghosts — “The Investor” (Season 5, Episode 17)
When a promising opportunity to save Woodstone is threatened by a personal conflict, Sam and Jay are forced into a difficult choice. Meanwhile, election day arrives as Flower and Isaac go head-to-head to become Ghost Representative.
FOX | Animal Control — “Golden Moose and Wiener Dogs” (Season 4, Episode 12)
The team arrives at the Animal Control Officer of the Year (ACOOTY) awards and party ahead of the ceremony. It’s Frank vs. Templeton for the big prize, and Shred and Emily’s secret romance is finally exposed when they are caught kissing.
HBO Max | Hacks — “Episode 3” (Season 5, Episode 3)
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NBC | Law & Order: Special Victims Unit — “Gimmick” (Season 27, Episode 18)
A mysterious death in a hotel leads the squad into the world of professional fighting. Benson tries to convince a victim to come forward for the sake of his friend.
CBS | Matlock — “Who Are You? (1)” (Season 2, Episode 15)
The team confronts an unexpected final hurdle they need to overcome to bring Senior to justice for his role in the Wellbrexa cover up.
CBS | Matlock — “Matty Matlock (2)” (Season 2, Episode 16)
As the team works to defend an airport ramp operator accused of safety negligence in the death of a passenger, an after-hours discovery changes everything for Matty, Olympia and, whether they know it or not, the entire Jacobson-Moore team.
NBC | The Hunting Party — “Dylan Miles” (Season 2, Episode 11)
Comedian and serial killer Dylan Miles had a co-conspirator of sorts, his ventriloquism figure. Miles has a new goal that Bex and team try to piece together before more blood is shed. (PHOTOS)
Friday, April 24
Apple TV+ | Your Friends & Neighbors — “The Bread of Affliction” (Season 2, Episode 4)
Hari and Gretchen’s Passover seder brings the neighborhood together for wine, food, and drama.
Apple TV+ | For All Mankind — “Svoboda” (Season 5, Episode 5)
Chaos erupts on Mars following a shocking revelation.
NBC | Happy’s Place — “Al-Al-No” (Season 2, Episode 17)
None available
CBS | Sheriff Country — “Twenty Four Candles” (Season 1, Episode 16)
While Skye celebrates her 24th birthday, Sheriff Mickey Fox investigates a brutal attack tied to a land-grab scheme. (PHOTOS)
CBS | Fire Country — “Not Worth the Risk” (Season 4, Episode 16)
Bode sets out to prove his leadership skills during a historic cold snap that plunges Edgewater into crisis mode. Meanwhile, Jake contemplates a life-altering decision that could change his future forever. (PHOTOS)
CBS | Boston Blue — “Anatomy of a Bomb” (Season 1, Episode 16)
When a crisis erupts at a local hospital over a critical transplant error, Danny and Lena work to calm a volatile situation while the rest of the team uncovers a darker mystery tied to the case. Meanwhile, an unexpected encounter pushes Lena to reflect on her past. (PHOTOS)
Sunday, April 26
CBS | Marshals — “In Low Places” (Season 1, Episode 9)
With one of their own taken prisoner, the Marshals strategize a risky assault on a paramilitary compound. Outmanned, outgunned and with time rapidly running out, Kayce leads the team straight into the fire, risking everything to save their teammate. (PHOTOS)
FOX | Bob’s Burgers — “The Keyboard Kid” (Season 16, Episode 11)
Tina hopes her fast-but-weird typing style gets her an A in typing class so she can attend an upcoming field trip. Her typing teacher has other ideas.
FOX | Family Guy — “Lower G.I. Joe” (Season 24, Episode 12)
A colonoscopy reveals Peter has a rare collectible toy action figure lodged in his intestine, but the reward for selling it causes a rift between him and the guys.
HBO | Euphoria — “The Ballad of Paladin” (Season 3, Episode 3)
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CBS | Tracker — “Alaskan Wild” (Season 3, Episode 18)
While searching for answers about his father, Colter is pulled into a tense case involving a teenage boy’s missing parents, uncovering a dangerous situation far more complicated than it first appears. (PHOTOS)
CBS | Watson — “Rule of Three” (Season 2, Episode 19)
As Adam’s wife goes in for a C-section to deliver triplets, chaos ensues when their OB-GYN passes out in the operating room. Meanwhile, a severe storm detours Watson and Mary’s trip to find a renowned doctor to remove Watson’s brain tumor.
TBS | American Dad! — “The Treasure of Old Chinatown” (Season 22, Episode 6)
Steve and Bah Bah, along with a reluctant Francine, set out to discover an ancient Chinese treasure. Roger becomes an online food influencer.
HBO | Rooster — “Episode 8” (Season 1, Episode 8)
None available
HBO | The Comeback — “Valerie’s Home Alone” (Season 3, Episode 6)
As Mark heads off to Burning Man, Valerie finds herself alone amid a media meltdown after news of her AI written show is somehow leaked to the public. Later, Val is further shocked to discover that a member of her team has not signed the studio’s NDA.
HBO | Last Week Tonight with John Oliver — “April 26, 2026” (Season 13, Episode 9)
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