November TV isn’t slowing down anytime soon. From emotional premieres to long-awaited anniversaries and big-name streaming drops, this week delivers a packed slate of stories worth watching, and talking about.
Welcome back to TV Corner Notes, where we break down the biggest premieres, standout performances, and the shows everyone will be buzzing about this week. From Landman’s return to Days of Our Lives celebrating 60 years, there’s plenty of drama, heart, and surprise TV moments to dive into. Let’s get into the highlights and what should be on your watchlist.
Landman Returns
Landman returns with a strong, emotionally charged premiere as Cami steps into her power and Tommy tries to keep up. Cami’s big moment comes during a tense business lunch, where she shuts down two women who underestimated her—Demi Moore absolutely owns the scene. Meanwhile, Cooper’s new venture is taking off, Ainsley gets into TCU, in one of the most WTF scenesto watch, and Angela’s worries spark a blowout fight with Tommy.
The episode also introduces Sam Elliott’s T.L., whose quiet grief hits hard as he learns his wife has died while watching the sunset. That loss echoes in the final moments when Tommy receives the same heartbreaking call about his mother.
It’s a confident, compelling start to the season with standout performances across the board—especially Moore and Elliott. Rating: 9/10.
What did you think? And what challenges do you see ahead for Cami and Tommy?
Landman streams Sundays on Paramount+.
Days of Our Lives Turns 60th
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This past week, Days of Our Lives marked its 60th anniversary with a heartfelt tribute that honored both past and present characters as the Dr. Tom Horton Free Clinic officially opened at University Hospital. It was warm, emotional, and exactly the kind of a nod longtime viewers appreciate. It may not have reached the scale of the 50th anniversary celebration, but it still landed beautifully.
But here’s what really stands out: where are the specials?
For a soap opera this iconic,one that’s shaped daytime TV for decades, it’s surprising that NBC, Peacock, or even a third-party studio hasn’t produced a single anniversary special. Saturday Night Live had six primetime specials for its 50th. Days deserves at least one or two. Imagine a retrospective featuring writers, cast, producers, and fans, exploring how the show was created, the behind-the-scenes highs and lows, and the storylines that defined generations.
A 60-year legacy deserves more than a week. It deserves to be celebrated, preserved, and spotlighted for the cultural institution it is.
What do you think? Leave a comment.
Reviews:
A Man on the Inside, Season 1
The Paper, Season 1
St. Denis Medical, Season 2, Ep. 3
English Teacher, Season 2
Stranger Things, Season 4
What to Watch This Week
Monday, Nov. 17
Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks (Peacock, three-episode binge): The docuseries celebrates the history and legacy of Universal Destinations & Experiences.
Gabby's Dollhouse Season 12 (Netflix, five-episode binge)
June Famrs (Prime Video, eight-episode binge): The docuseries features Matt Baumgartner, an accomplished but demanding entrepreneur, who runs the farm, restaurant/bar, and events space with the help of a team of well-intentioned 20-somethings who aren't always on the same page as their detail-obsessed boss.
Sex, Monday, Murder (Hulu, eight-episode binge): The docuseries explores a string of strip club murders that shook communities across the U.S. from the late '90s to the mid-2000s.
9/8c Gingerbread Land: The Biggest Little Holiday Competition (Food Network & Magnolia Network): Top bakers face off in the biggest little gingerbread competition ever imagined; Oliver Hudson hosts.
9:15/8:15c BravoCon Live with Andy Cohen (Bravo, Night 2 of 5): Housewives historians, rejoice! Get ready for an iconic celebration as we ring in 20 years of The Real Housewives franchise.
Tuesday, Nov. 18
Beyond Paradise Season 3 finale (BritBox)
9/8c BravoCon Live with Any Cohen (Bravo, Night 3 of 5): Watch out! Bravo's most legendary shade assassins are gathering in the Reading Room for a night of sharp-toned comedy and clapbacks that only Bravo's most clever wordsmiths can deliver.
9/8c Squid Game: The Challenge Season 2 Finale (Netflix)
Wednesday, Nov. 19
The Mighty Nein! (Prime Video, three-episode premiere): The "Legend of Vox Machina" offshoot follows a group of fugitives and outcasts, bound by secrets and scars.
The Morning Show Season 4 Finale (Apple TV)
8/7c Wicked (NBC)
10/9c BravoCon Live with Andy Cohen (Bravo, Night 4 of 5): Prepare to be "activated" as Cohen hosts the #1 Guys & Gals in the Group on Bravo, featuting an all-out battle of the sexes (and a few exes?) with the casts of "Summer House," "Southern Charm," Southern Hospitality" and "The Valley."
Thursday, Nov. 20
The Assassin (AMC+, two-episode premiere): Keeley Hawes plays a retired hitwoman living on a remote Greek island whose estranged son (Freddie Highmore) arrives seeking answers about his past.
The Great British Baking Show: Holidays Season 8 (Netflix, two-episode binge)
High Horse: The Black Cowboy (Peacock, three-episode binge): The Jordan Peele-produced docuseries confronts and reclaims the Wild West while revealing the story of the Black cowboy- a history that had been mainly untold.
Jurassic World: Chaos Theory final season (Netflix, nine-episode binge)
The Light in the Hall Season 2 finale (AMC+ and Acorn TV)
A Man on the Inside Season 2 (Netflix, eight-episode binge)
Married at First Sight Season 19 finale (Peacock, two episodes)
8/7c Law & Order fall finale (NBC, next day on Peacock)
9/8c BravoCon Live with Andy Cohen (Bravo, Night 5 of 5): Tis the season for a very merry hour-long holiday extravaganza, stacked with tons of gifts for diehard Bravo fans, from Yuletide Bravolebrity performances to surprise special guests.
9/8c Law & Order: SVU fall finale (NBC, next day on Peacock)
Friday, Nov. 21
Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars Season 1 finale (Apple TV)
8/7c Mistletoe Murders Season 2 finale (Hallmark Channel, two-episode)
10/9c Real Time with Bill Maher, season 23 finale (HBO)
Bad Guys (Peacock)
The Conjuring: Last Rites (HBO Max)
The Family Plan 2 (Apple TV movie): Dan (Mark Wahlberg) has planned the perfect vacation for his wife, Jessica (Michelle Monaghan), and their kids to celebrate the holiday overseas, until a mysterious figure from his past (Kit Harington) shows up with unfinished business.
One Shot with Ed Sheeran (Netflix, concert film): One singer. One city. One shot. Ed Sheeran rocks the streets of New York with his greatest hits in this groundbreaking, real-time music experience.
Train Dreams (Netflix Movie): A logger and railroad worker (played by Joel Edgerton) leads a life of unexpected depth and beauty in the rapidly changing America of the early 20th century; Felicity Jones and William H. Macy co-star.
Saturday, Nov. 22
8/7c Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story (Hallmark Channel movie): A pediatrician (Holland Roden) and a stadium executive (Matthew Daddario) discover love while uncovering a family Christmas mystery in Buffalo.
8/7c Christmas On Every Page (Great American Family Movie): An advertising executive (Rose Reid) returns home to save her family's bookstore and falls for a local craftsman (Jake Allyn).
That’s it for this week’s TV Corner Notes! Whether you’re catching up on premieres, revisiting an anniversary milestone, or sampling something new from the watchlist, there’s no shortage of great TV to enjoy. As always, let me know what you’re watching, what surprised you, and what should make next week’s edition. Happy viewing!
Until next time,
Adam
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