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Global Primetime Highlights for the Week of May 18, 2020

PRIMETIME HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE WEEK OF MAY 18, 2020

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SPRING FINALE

WEDNESDAY
S.W.A.T.

Wednesday, May 20 – 10 p.m. ET/PT

“Diablo”
The SWAT team searches for a group of drug smugglers who crash a plane in a Los Angeles suburb and scatter, after a joint mission with the DEA to stop the shipment goes awry. Also, Hondo tries to make amends with Nichelle, Luca experiences anxiety about his return to the field, and Deacon hesitates when asked to speak to a group of recruits about mental health.

ALL NEW

MONDAY

Schooled

Monday, May 18 – 8:30 p.m. ET/PT – New to Global

“Outbreak”
When a bad flu epidemic hits William Penn, Coach Mellor is sent to his sick bed and Principal Glascott must step it up as the wrestling coach with the Jenkintown Cup on the line. Meanwhile, Lainey thinks she can easily pass a class taught by CB, yet it’s anything but.

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

New episodes will air Monday to Thursday at 11:35 p.m. ET/PT
On The Late Show, comedian Stephen Colbert interviews the hottest stars, talented actors and musicians, and brilliant minds – all while doing his own inimitable brand of comedy. Jon Batiste leads the rocking house-band. Guest listings are currently unavailable from Monday, May 18 to Thursday, May 21.

 

WEDNESDAY

SEAL Team

Wednesday, May 20 – 9 p.m. ET/PT – New to Global
“Drawdown”
As Bravo Team begins their deployment in Afghanistan during peace negotiations, Sonny reports to an Air Force base in Texas to serve his disciplinary training action, where he gets reacquainted with Hannah (Rachel Boston), a childhood friend.

 

THURSDAY

Man With A Plan

Thursday, May 21 – 8:30 p.m. ET/PT

“Full Metal Teddy”

When Adam and Andi resort to their usual punishment in response to Teddy’s bad grades, his unexpected reaction catches them off guard.

Single Parents

Thursday, May 21 – 9 p.m. ET/PT – New to Global

“Untz, Untz, Untz”
Angie uses Sophie as bait to get time with her crush Colin by setting up Sophie and Percy, Colin’s son, on a playdate at Angie’s house. Meanwhile, Poppy and Douglas navigate Douglas’ first night sleeping at Poppy’s house, which doesn’t go as expected; and Graham and Will go on a bro-date of their own to the pizza parlor.

Broke

Thursday, May 21 – 9:30 p.m. ET/PT

“Soccer”

When Jackie’s angry outburst gets her banned from Sammy’s soccer games and the coach quits, Javier steps in to coach the team. Meanwhile, Elizabeth tries to teach Jackie mindfulness and encourages her to apologize to the soccer league’s commissioner.

SATURDAY

Crime Beat

Saturday, May 23 – 7 p.m. ET/PT

“Guy Paul Morin & the Murder of Christine Jessop”

It was October 1984 in a small town outside Toronto, when a young girl went missing. Almost 3 months later, Christine Jessop’s body was found more than 50 kilometres away from her Queensville home. The nine-year-old was raped and murdered. After an intense police investigation, a former neighbour, Guy Paul Morin was charged. Numerous trials resulted first in an acquittal, then a conviction to an eventual wrongful conviction dismissal. A tragic tale that affected the lives of many, and a case that has never been solved.

SUNDAY

The Wall

Sunday, May 24 – 9 p.m. ET/PT – one time only

“Alex and Jodie”

Mother-daughter duo Alex, both nurses, from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, share a passion for rescuing animals and together have fostered more than 150. The two hope to hit the million dollar mark on The Wall.

The Wall

Sunday, May 24 – 10 p.m. ET/PT – one time only

“Peter and Bob”

Synopsis currently unavailable.

ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT CANADA

ET Canada airs at 7:30 p.m. in Toronto and the Maritimes, at 7 p.m. in BC, at 6:30 p.m. in Winnipeg, Regina, and Saskatoon, and at 7 p.m. in all other markets.

Monday May 18

ET Canada presents a special episode with the Best of ET Canada at Home. Speaking with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars about how they’re managing their time during COVID-19, this special includes interviews with Chris Hemsworth, Michael Bublé, Jason Priestley, Nia Vardalos and Howie Mandel.

Tuesday May 19

ET Canada at Home continues, speaking with actor Jim Gaffigan about his plans to take on the role of Mayor Rob Ford in an upcoming film, and chats with Josh Gad, Stanley Tucci,and Kathryn Hahn from the upcoming animated musical comedy series Central Park.

Wednesday May 20

ET Canada is chatting with Kumail Nanjiani and Issa Rae about starring in the Netflix romantic comedy Lovebirds, and interviews musical superstar Kelly Clarkson about her new music and self-isolating with her family in Montana. 

Thursday May 21

ET Canada is chatting with actress Drea de Matteo about launching her Made Women: A Sopranos Re-Watch Podcast,and speaks with actor Stephan James about the upcoming second season of his hit series Homecoming.

Friday May 22

ET Canada interviews talk-show host Tamron Hall from Global’s Tamron Hall,and chats with Joshua Jackson and Keri Washington about starring in the upcoming drama series Little Fires Everywhere.

 

Programming subject to change.

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