What’s Airing on ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, and PBS: Oct 24 – Nov 6, 2024
As we head into the last stretch before Election Day (yes, the end of those ads is in sight!), let’s lighten up the remote control battle with a lineup of top shows, events, and even some local Michigan sports to catch from October 24 to November 6.
ABC: Reality, Drama, and a Touch of Romance
- The Golden Bachelorette is wrapping up its first season with Part 1 of the finale on November 6 at 8 PM. Get ready for the final rose to be handed out with some emotional twists.
- Abbott Elementary is also back, airing a Halloween-themed episode titled “Costume Contest”. This fan-favorite promises some quirky fun on November 6 at 9:30 PM.
- What Would You Do? continues to challenge social norms with new scenarios Wednesdays at 10 PM.
NBC: Crime and Thrillers with a Football Kick
- Law & Order: SVU and the original Law & Order are serving up back-to-back crime drama on Thursdays. If you love tracking down villains, these shows are your weekly fix.
- On Sundays, NBC brings Sunday Night Football to your living room at 8 PM: Indianapolis Colts vs Minnesota Vikings this week.
CBS: Big Stories and a Nod to Nostalgia
- FBI and FBI: Most Wanted have returned with gripping investigations into criminal masterminds.
- NFL Football on Sundays at 1 PM: Denver Broncos take on the Baltimore Ravens this week.
- College Football: Michigan takes on Oregon this Saturday at 3:30 PM.
- Catch Blue Bloods on Fridays at 10 PM, a drama series that follows the lives of the Reagan family, a multi-generational clan of New York City law enforcement officials, as they balance the challenges of justice, duty, and family loyalty.
FOX: Singing Competitions and More Football
- The Masked Singer is on, keeping fans guessing with elaborate costumes and surprising reveals. New episodes are airing Wednesdays—perfect for those who love reality TV with a musical twist.
- College football on Saturdays is all about rivalry, and FOX is airing the Big Ten games, including Ohio’s upcoming clash against Penn State at Noon.
- NFL Football: Detroit Lions vs Green Bay Packers Sunday at 4:25 PM, Detroit Lions taking on some serious competition. It’s prime time for West Michigan fans to tune in and see if the Lions can keep their momentum going.
PBS: Thoughtful Documentaries and Specials
- For something slower but meaningful, PBS Frontline is running a new investigative special on October 31 at 10 AM and again on Monday at 11 PM, delving into critical global issues.
- Call the Midwife: is a period drama series with an 8.6 IMDb rating that follows a group of midwives and nuns serving the underprivileged communities of East London during the 1950s and 1960s, showcasing their challenges, compassion, and resilience.
- NOVA has a new episode Wednesday, November 6 at 9 PM: Decoding the Universe: Quantum
Politics and Movies: Wrapping It Up
It’s almost over, folks—the political ads, that is. With the elections coming soon, expect every commercial break to be packed with campaign promises and mudslinging. Hang in there—relief is in sight after November 5.
Also, don’t forget to vote! Polls are open until 8 PM on Tuesday, with early voting still taking place at certain locations.
If you need an escape from politics, ABC, NBC, and FOX are rotating some family-friendly movies over the weekends, perfect for cozy autumn evenings at home.
- COCO is on Sunday at 8 PM on ABC. A youngster takes an extraordinary journey through the Land of the Dead to unlock the real story behind his family’s history. (It’s really good if you have children or love animations!)
- The Book of Eli (2010) airs on the365 channel 13.5 for West Michigan viewers, this Saturday November 2 at 8 PM. This popular movie is about a post-apocalyptic action-thriller where a lone wanderer, Eli (Denzel Washington), travels across a desolate America protecting a sacred book that holds the key to humanity’s survival and renewal. In The Book of Eli, the post-apocalyptic scenario was caused by a devastating nuclear war that left the world barren and society in ruins. This catastrophic event led to widespread destruction, the collapse of government structures, and the loss of most literature and knowledge, setting the stage for the desolate environment Eli navigates. The war also created a struggle for power among survivors, who sought to control remaining resources and influential items, such as the sacred book Eli protects.
So, whether you’re into sports, reality TV, crime dramas, or simply waiting for the political madness to end, there’s something for everyone in the lineup this week.
