Get ready to dive into a week of gripping TV—because let’s face it, who doesn’t love a good show? But here’s where it gets controversial: with a mix of medical dramas, reality TV backstabbing, and pulpy thrillers, this lineup is bound to spark some heated debates. From January 4 to January 10, your screen is about to get a whole lot more interesting. All times are Eastern, so mark your calendars!
Best Medicine (Fox, Sunday, 8 p.m., series premiere)
Ever wondered what happens when a big-city surgeon swaps skyscrapers for seagulls? Fox’s new medical dramedy, Best Medicine, answers that question. Inspired by the beloved British series Doc Martin, this adaptation stars Josh Charles as a Boston surgeon who trades the hustle of city life for the charm of an East Coast fishing village. The A.V. Club has already weighed in—check out their review here. But here’s the kicker: Can a show about small-town medicine really capture the complexity of urban healthcare? Let us know what you think in the comments!
The Pitt (HBO Max, Thursday, 9 p.m., season two premiere)
Just one year after its critically acclaimed debut, The Pitt is back—and the stakes are higher than ever. Dr. Robby (Noah Wyle), Charge Nurse Evans (Katherine LaNasa), and the rest of the Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center’s overworked staff return for a chaotic July 4th weekend. This Emmy-winning medical drama is a rollercoaster of high-pressure ER shifts, but here’s the twist: Can a show about trauma ever truly do justice to the real-life heroes of healthcare? The A.V. Club will be recapping it weekly, so stay tuned.
The Traitors (Peacock, Thursday, 9 p.m., season four premiere)
If you’re craving drama, deception, and a dash of tartan, The Traitors is your guilty pleasure. Set in scenic Scottish castles, this reality competition brings together a new cast of characters, including Lisa Rinna, Michael Rapaport, and Alan Cumming in his signature little capes. But here’s the part most people miss: Is this show a masterpiece of psychological manipulation, or just another excuse for on-screen chaos? The A.V. Club will recap the three-episode premiere on Thursday—don’t miss it.
His & Hers (Netflix, Thursday, 3 a.m., miniseries premiere)
What happens when estranged spouses—an investigative reporter and a suspicious detective—are forced to work together on a murder case? His & Hers explores this explosive premise with Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal leading the charge. Set in a sleepy Georgia town, this six-part Netflix thriller also stars Pablo Schreiber, Crystal Fox, and more. The A.V. Club’s review drops Thursday, but we’ll ask the tough question now: Can a show about fractured relationships ever truly heal our own? Sound off below!
Can’t Miss Recap
For fans of post-apocalyptic intrigue, Fallout (Prime Video, Wednesday, 3 a.m.) continues its gripping narrative. Catch up with The A.V. Club’s recap of Season 2, Episode 3 here.
Also Arriving This Week
- 31st Critics’ Choice Awards (E! and USA Network, Sunday, 7 p.m.)
- Beast Games (Prime Video, Wednesday, 3 a.m., season two premiere)
- The Hunting Party (NBC, Thursday, 10 p.m., season two premiere)
- Tehran (Apple TV, Friday, 12 a.m., season three premiere)
- A Thousand Blows (Hulu, Friday, 3 a.m., season two premiere)
Ending Soon
Say goodbye to Krapopolis (Fox, Sunday, 9 p.m., season three finale) and The Unbelievable With Dan Aykroyd (History, Friday, 9 p.m., season three finale). For more insights and recaps, keep scrolling for more great stories from A.V. Club. And remember, the best part of TV is talking about it—so don’t hold back in the comments!
