TV Corner Notes: Alien: Earth gets Buggy and Emmys Recap

In this week's edition of TV Corner Notes, Alien: Earth gets buggy while there were a lot of love at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards and a lot of premieres and finales this week. Let's dive in.

The Institute Recap: "Run" & "Hide" Bring Heartbreak and High-Stakes

In this recap and review, I’ll delve into the intriguing developments of episodes six and seven of MGM+’s captivating series, The Institute. With each episode, the plot thickens and the characters become even more layered, making for an engaging viewing experience. Let’s explore the twists, themes, and standout moments that define these episodes.

An Era Ends, New Chapters Begin: Outrageous "Point of No Return" Season Finale

 

This week's episode of Outrageous's season finale, "Point of No Return," wasted no time plunging us into a whirlwind of revelations and escalating stakes. Here's my recap and review. 

Double the Tension, Double the Reveals: Countdown "Blurred Edges"/"A Needle or A Bullet"

 

This week, we're excited to explore a thrilling double feature with Countdown Episodes 5, 'Blurred Edges,' and 6, 'A Needle or a Bullet.' These episodes brought our team even closer to the elusive Volchek and unveiled more about Meachum's inner battles, leading to some surprising revelations and a dramatic turn in their ongoing game. Let's unpack how both episodes unfolded and what they mean for the increasing stakes of the season. 

Deals with the Devil: Ironheart (Episodes 4-6)

 

The final three episodes of Disney+'s Ironheart aired this week, and the question is: did the series stick the landing or fizzle out? Here's my thoughts.

Poker Face "Sloppy Joseph"

Can Charlie save a kid from a student's sabotage? Here's a recap of Poker Face's "Sloppy Joseph."

St. Denis Medical "A Peanut and Caramel-Filled Miracle"/"Ho-Ho-Hollo"

 

It's that wonderful time of year for some laughter! Let’s look at episodes five and six of St. Denis Medical!

Night Court "The Jakeout" Episode Preview

 

Here's a preview of this week's episode of Night Court.

Ghosts "The Primary Source"

 

When Sam needs sources for Isaac's biography, there is one place to find them. Here's a recap of this week's episode of Ghosts.

Ghosts "The Primary Source" Episode Preview

 

Its here! New episode og Ghosts! Here is a preview of this week's new episode of Ghosts. 

The FBIs Preview: FBI "Perfect"/FBI: International "They Paid More"/FBI: Most Wanted "Pageantry"

 

The FBIs are back this week with new episodes. Here's a preview.

The Irrational "The Wrong Side of Maybe" Episode Preview

 

Aftet a week off, here is a preview of this week's episode of The Irrational.

Fire Country "Not Without My Birds" Episode Preview

 

Here is a preview of this week's episode of Fire Country.

One Chicago Recap: Chicago Med "Not To Forget"/Chicago Fire "Birds of Prey"/Chicago P.D. "Pawns"

Here's a recap of this week's episodes of One Chicago.

One Chicago Preview: Chicago Med "Forget Me Not"/Chicago Fire "Birds of Prey"/Chicago PD "Pawn"

 

Here is a preview of this week's new episodes of One Chicago. 

High Potential "Hangover" Episode Preview

 

Here is a preview of this week's episode of High Potential.

Evan Vs. Linda: English Teacher "Linda"

This week's episode of English Teacher, it's Evan vs. Linda who will win in this showdown? Here's a recap.

Jay's Call: Chicago PD "Equal Justice"

 Has Jay taken a play from Voight's playbook? Here's a recap of this week's Chicago PD.

As the Intelligence Unit does a stakeout, their cover gets blown when they spot someone who's taken a car full of heroin. They quickly learn that the man, Lateral Wade, is not only working for the gang but also trying to find his son's killer, who he believes is the gang leader. 

Jay and the team try to work with the father, trying to get in with the gang, but they fail after the father sees the gang leader's car. After that deal has failed, Jay learns that the father's son might not have been killed over drugs but of a relationship with a young woman, who happens to be in a relationship with one of the gang members. 

Just as the Intelligence Unit made an arrest, gunshots were heard, and they found their suspect dead. Jay spots the runaway car and learns that it's the father. As Jay talks with Voight about the situation, Jay decides to arrest the father, yet tells him to lawyer up and keep quiet. 

"Equal Justice" was an excellent episode. Lawrece Gilliard, Jr. was fantastic as Lateral Wade, the father who seeks explanations for the death of his son. Even Jesse Lee Soffer was good, and the bond that the two characters had during this episode was delightful. 

It did leave Halstead with a situation that you would think he would just arrest. Still, during that scene, when talking to him about fathers and sons, he had a whole different feeling that not only had him capture Wade but advised him to lawyer up and keep quiet. 

Was it a play from Voight's playbook? We have seen it all the time. Had Jay become more like Voight? That's tough to say.

Overall, I give this episode an 8.5/10. 

What did you think of the episode? Leave a comment below!

You can catch Chicago PD on Wednesdays at 10/9c on NBC.

Understand This: Chicago Fire "Blow This Up Somehow"

 

Another exciting week on Chicago Fire. Here's a recap!

During a call to a crash at a gas station, Casey learns that Gallo has overstepped his order but instead saved a woman who was unconscious and surrounded by gasoline. Casey disciplines Gallo for a couple of days, but after a few days, he and Gallo talk about the situation and come to an understanding. 

Meanwhile, it looks like Casey's new love life looks to be taking off, but as she comes to visit him at 51, she notices the way that he looks at Brett, who is on a call. Soon, the two broke things off until Casey could figure out his feelings about Brett again.

Also, Brett and Mackey deal with discipline from the paramedic board as they are questioning why, after a max of fentanyl on a patient who sawed his leg off, wasn't working. They figured that the couple had ripped them off after a call. They finally busted them as someone made a 911 call using the same emergency. 

Kidd is stressing out not only about work and the Lieutenant exam but also over Severide. She talks with Boden about maybe taking a year off for the exam. Still, when Severide learns about what's going on, he talks with her about not quitting and soon tells her the truth about what's been going on; while she understands, she doesn't care as she's her person and doesn't back down and would never let Severide go. 

"Blow This Up Somehow" was an excellent episode and probably one of my favorite rewatchable episodes for the season. There was so much fun in this episode, not only with Cruz-Herrmann-Mouch and Mouch's tattoo, as that was too funny, but also the Severide and Casey moment in the loft talking about their situation with Stella and Sylvie. 

I'll admit I'm so glad that Severide finally talked with Stella, not only to encourage her but also to explain why he's been so distant with her. Even though I thought that it would take a turn for the worst, I was happy to see it end the way it did.

The Gallo and Casey thing was good, and it's good to see Gallo stand his ground and learn a bit from Casey's experience. And while agreeing to what Gallo had to do then, Casey was fitting that he should have radio quickly. 

Overall, I give this episode a 9/10. 

What did you think of this week's episode? With Stella and Kelly back together, is the next thing a ring? How long will it take for Casey and Brett to embarrass their feelings again? How long will it take for Cruz to tell everyone about the baby? Leave a comment!

You can catch Chicago Fire on Wednesdays at 9/8c on NBC.

Facing the Situation: Chicago Med "Don't Want to Face This Now"

 

Talk about facing the situation this week on Chicago Med.