What's on TV This Week: New Shows, Documentaries, and Season Finales (2025)

Uncover the week's must-watch TV picks: 'The American Revolution' and 'Landman' season 2

Welcome to What's On, your weekly guide to the hottest shows and movies. Here's a sneak peek at what's on the air from Sunday, November 16, to Saturday, November 22, all times in Eastern. Get ready for some captivating viewing!

Landman Season 2 (Paramount+, Sunday, 3 a.m.)

Get ready for more intense drama as Tommy Norris, played by Billy Bob Thornton, returns for the second season of Paramount+'s gripping series. With mounting pressures from M-Tex, Cami Miller (Demi Moore), his family, and a new cast member (Sam Elliott), Norris' journey takes an intriguing turn. Don't miss The A.V. Club's insightful recap of the season premiere on Sunday afternoon.

A Man On The Inside Season 2 (Netflix, Thursday, 3 a.m.)

Mike Schur's comedy series welcomes back Charles Nieuwendyk, who swaps retirement homes for college campuses. Join retired professor Ted Danson as he embarks on an undercover mission as a private investigator. With a mystery blackmailer on the loose, the university president is in danger. The A.V. Club's review will be available on Thursday, shedding light on this academic adventure.

The American Revolution (PBS, Sunday, 8 p.m.)

Dive into the six-part, 12-hour docuseries directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. This captivating exploration of America's founding delves into both the democratic triumphs and the devastating consequences of the nation's early days. Check out The A.V. Club's glowing review (https://www.avclub.com/the-american-revolution-review-tv-pbs-ken-burns) to learn more.

Train Dreams (Netflix, Friday, 3 a.m.)

Clint Bentley's drama, which premiered at Sundance in January, showcases Joel Edgerton's stellar performance as Robert Grainier, a railroad worker grappling with love, loss, and a rapidly changing America. Felicity Jones portrays his wife, Gladys. The A.V. Club's review praises this 'ethereal, awestruck drama' (https://www.avclub.com/train-dreams-review).

Selena Y Los Dinos (Netflix, Friday, 3 a.m.)

Explore the life and legacy of the late Tejano superstar, Selena Quintanilla. This documentary offers never-before-seen footage and interviews with her family and bandmates, providing an in-depth look at her enduring impact. Get ready to delve deeper into Selena's world.

Can't-Miss Recaps

  • IT: Welcome To Derry (HBO, Sunday, 9 p.m.)
  • The Chair Company (HBO, Sunday, 10:05 p.m.)
  • I Love LA (HBO, Sunday, 10:40 p.m.)
  • Pluribus (Apple TV, Friday, 12 a.m.)

New Releases

  • Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints (Fox Nation, Sunday, season two premiere)
  • The Mighty Nein (Prime Video, Wednesday, 7 p.m., season one premiere)
  • Southern Charm (Bravo, Wednesday, 11 p.m., season 11 premiere)
  • The Family Man (Prime Video, Friday, 12 a.m., season three premiere)

Ending Soon

  • Squid Game: The Challenge (Netflix, Tuesday, 3 a.m., season two finale)
  • The Morning Show (Apple TV+, Wednesday, 3 a.m., season four finale)
  • Law & Order (NBC, Thursday, 8 p.m., season 25 fall finale)
  • Law & Order SVU (NBC, Thursday, 9 p.m., season 27 fall finale)
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