From dark psychological mysteries and families pushed to the breaking point to Taylor Sheridan's action thriller, this week's TV Corner Notes has plenty to keep you watching.
Welcome back to another edition of TV Corner Notes, where I'm looking at the shows making the biggest impact on my watchlist and the premieres, finales, and new releases worth keeping an eye on.
This week, I'm diving into the latest twists from The Crow Girl and Cape Fear, taking a look back at Seasons 1 and 2 of Paramount+'s Lioness before season three premiere, and highlighting what's coming to your screens over the next several days.
What I Watch This Week
This week brought plenty of twists, shocking revelations, and characters pushed to their limits. The Crow Girl continues to unravel its complicated mystery, Cape Fear heads toward its explosive finale, and finally a look at Seasons 1 and 2 of Paramount+'s Lioness before the new season.
The Crow Girl Ep. 4 Review: The Mystery Deepens as the Past Comes Back to Haunt Everyone
Episode 4 of The Crow Girl, "The Dirt She Can't Bury," takes the psychological crime thriller into even darker territory as the investigation begins connecting the recent murders to a disturbing cold case. What started as a hunt for a serial killer is now becoming a much bigger story about trauma, abuse, and the secrets people spend years trying to bury.
The discovery of another victim pushes DCI Kilburn (Eve Myles) to revisit an old murder investigation involving the deeply troubled Burkeman family. At the same time, tensions within the police department continue to grow as Jeanette confronts DI Stanley (Dougray Scott) about past decisions that may have had serious consequences.
Meanwhile, Dr. Craven (Katherine Kelly) becomes increasingly consumed by the mysterious Victoria and the tragic history surrounding her. Amar's (Roger Jean Nsengiyumva) storyline also takes another unsettling turn as he continues to hide secrets of his own.
The strongest part of the episode is how all these seemingly separate stories are finally beginning to connect. The writing continues to build the tension while Eve Myles delivers another terrific performance as Jeanette, a detective determined to uncover the truth despite the personal and professional cost.
The episode's final moments provide a thrilling reveal that appears to point toward the killer, leaving the final two episodes to explain the most important question: Why?
The Crow Girl continues to be a dark, complicated thriller that rewards viewers willing to follow its many storylines. Overall, I give episode 4 an 8/10.
Have you been watching The Crow Girl? What do you think is really behind the murders? Let me know in the comments!
You can stream The Crow Girl on AMC+.
Cape Fear Episode 9 Review
“The Scar” pulls back Max Cady’s past and throws the Bowden family into chaos as the finale approaches, building toward a tense, high-stakes confrontation.
Amy Adams and Juliette Lewis deliver standout performances. Anna is determined to uncover the truth, while Crystal remains unsettling and unpredictable. Anna’s visit to the houseboat reveals disturbing details about the Cady family, including shocking identity twists that change everything.
The revelations, especially around Luke, cause the family to implode. A violent confrontation forces Anna into a desperate escape into the water as Max arrives. Meanwhile, the Bowdens continue to unravel: Tom faces a prison ultimatum, Zack remains missing, and Natalie learns how deeply Max has manipulated everything. With the truth emerging, the series enters its most intense stretch yet, setting up a dark, emotional finale. Overall, I give the episode a 9/10.
How do you think the final episode will end? Leave a comment.
You can stream Cape Fear on Apple TV.
Lioness Seasons 1 & 2 Review: A Bumpy First Mission Leads to a Better Second Season
Taylor Sheridan’s series Lioness has gotten a lot of buzz, and after watching both seasons, it definitely gets better as it goes.
Season 1 follows CIA operative Joe (Zoe Saldaña), who recruits Marine Cruz (Laysla De Oliveira) for a risky undercover mission tied to a terrorist target’s family. You also get Nicole Kidman, Jill Wagner, and Dave Annable, and there’s plenty of action.
My biggest issue was the family drama with Joe; it felt pretty generic and slowed down the spy stuff. Still, the performances and action kept it interesting. Not to mention the overhyping of guest stars like Morgan Freeman, who only got less than 3 minutes of screen time, was heavily promoted during the show's first season, from promos to posters. But I give Season 1 a 7.5/10.
Season 2, on the other hand, was a big step up. The stakes are higher, the story is tighter, and the characters feel more developed. A mission involving rescued captive women adds some real weight and tension.
Zoe Saldaña is great as always, and Nicole Kidman, Morgan Freeman, and Michael Kelly all get stronger material. Genesis Rodriguez is a solid new addition too.
Season 2 was a clear improvement and shows real potential. It’s not Yellowstone or SEAL Team, but it’s a solid thriller worth checking out. It's packed with not only action and thrills but emotion as well. I give Season 2 an 8.5/10.
Have you watched Special Ops: Lioness? Which season did you prefer, and are you looking forward to Season 3? Leave a comment!
You can stream Seasons 1-2 on Paramount+.
What to Watch This Week
The week ahead is packed with new series, returning favorites, documentaries, finales, and plenty of movies across streaming and traditional TV. From Furious and The Ridge to Batman: Caped Crusader, Diarra From Detroit, and the return of The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder, there's something for nearly every kind of viewer. And if you're looking for live entertainment, Lollapalooza and WWE SummerSlam are also on the schedule.
Monday, July 27
Furious (Hulu, three-episode premiere): As an FBI agent (Emmy Rossum) and a female serial killer (Lola Petticrew) walk their own paths towards justice, their lives begin to intertwine; Scoot McNairy, Quincy Tyler Bernstine, and Jake Lacy co-star.
The Ridge (AcornTV): With secrets from her past providing the key, Scottish Anesthetist Mia Beaton (Lauren Lyle) must unlock the mystery that haunts her sister's death in New Zealand.
Harry's Wild Season 5 finale (Acorn TV)
Inspector Ellis Season 2 finale (Acorn TV)
8/7c World War II With Tom Hanks docuseries finale (History, two episodes)
Tuesday, July 28
8/7c In The City Season 1 Reunion, Week 2 of 2 (Bravo)
9/8c Beat Shazam Season 8 (Fox)
9/8c Food Undercover (Food Network): Chef Antonia Lofaso, alongside sous-chef Nestor Millian, go undercover, slipping into failing restaurants that are one more bad review away from total collapse.
Mary Beth Barone: Galaxy Brain (Netflix comedy special)
Wednesday, July 29
Diarra From Detroit Season 2 (Paramount+, two-episode premiere)
The Idaho Murders: College Nightmare (Netflix, three-episode binge): The docuseries promises a definitive chronicle of one of the most chilling murder cases in recent memory, honoring four young lives while tracing every step from that devastating night to the arrest that followed.
The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder final season (Disney+, 10-episode binge)
8/7c The Valley Season 3 finale (Bravo)
10/9c The Ark Season 3 (Syfy)
The Devil Wears Prada 2 (Disney+ and Hulu)
Thursday, July 30
The Bombing of Pan Am 103 (Netflix, six-episode binge): Based on the testimony of those who were there, this is the true story of the collaboration between Scottish police and US law enforcement and the families' quest for justice; Connor Swindells, Patrick J. Adams, and Merritt Wever star.
Paris is Always a Good Idea (Hallmark+, two-episode premiere): Lacey Chabert stars as a career-driven nonprofit executive who embarks on a journey across Europe to reconnect with three former loves; Scott Michael Foster, Rebecca Hanssen, Henry Czerny and Barbara Niven co-star.
5/4c Lollapalooza Livestream Day 1 of 4 (Disney+ and Hulu)
8/7c Suriving Earth docuseries finale (NBC)
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (Peacock)
Friday, July 31
Batman: Caped Crusader Season 2 (Prime Video, 10-episode binge)
Breaking Bear Season 1 finale (Tubi, last six episodes)
Snoopy Presents: There's No Place Like Home, Snoopy (Apple TV special): Snoopy is devastated when his beloved doghouse is accidentally sold at a yard sale.
1/12c Adults: Marathon Day (FXX and Hulu, standalone episodes)
5/4c Lollapalooza Livestream Day 2 of 4 (Disney+ and Hulu)
The Drama (HBO Max)
10/9c Everything's On the Menu with Braun Strowman Season 2 finale (USA Network, two episodes)
Saturday, August 1
5/4c Lollapalooza Livestream Day 3 of 4 (Disney+ and Hulu)
6/5c WWE SummerSlam (ESPN App, Day 1 of 2)
Untitled Home Invasion Romance (Hulu)
8/7c Killer Clown (Lifetime Movie): Decades after witnessing her mother's murder at the hands of the Killer Clown, a woman (Sara Paxton) becomes the target of a copycat stalker, forcing her to confront painful memories she has spent a lifetime trying to escape.
8/7c Toast to Italy (Hallmark Channel Movie): Jenny (Torrey DeVitto) travels to Italy for a special bottle of wine for her sister's wedding. She meets Arrigo (Will Kemp), also looking for the famous "Love Wine," and together their search leads to a love of their own.
That's a wrap on this week's TV Corner Notes! Whether you're in the mood for a dark mystery, a psychological thriller, an action-packed spy drama, or something a little lighter, there's no shortage of options for your watchlist. What are you watching this week, and which new release are you most excited about?
Let me know in the comments, and I'll see you next week with more TV reviews, recaps, and recommendations.
Until next time,
Adam
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