Rueben's Ramblings

Here is the list of the programming options to expect on TV this coming week:

On November 11, the crossover episodes of NCIS: Origins and NCIS will air on CBS at the special times of 8 PM (for NCIS: Origins) and 9 PM (for NCIS).

The fall finales of Chicago Med, Chicago Fire and Chicago PD will air on NBC at 8, 9 and 10 PM respectively on November 12 while that same day, the second season of Palm Royale will premiere online on Apple TV.

Also on November 12, the Netflix movie A Merry Little Ex-Mas will debut online. Recently divorced Kate (Alicia Silverstone) hopes for one last perfect family Christmas before selling her house, but her holiday plans are hilariously derailed when her ex-husband Everett (Oliver Hudson) unexpectedly introduces his younger and successful new girlfriend (Jameela Jamil). The cast includes Melissa Joan Hart and Pierson Fode.

The Amazon Prime feature film Playdate will debut online on November 12. When recently unemployed accountant Brian (Kevin James) agrees to a playdate with charismatic stay-at-home dad Jeff (Alan Ritchson) and their sons, he expects an easy afternoon of small talk and football tossing. Instead, he’s thrust into a chaotic scramble to stay alive as they are pursued by a ruthless team of mercenaries. The cast includes Alan Tudyk, Sarah Chalke, Stephen Root, Isla Fisher and Hiro Kanagawa.

On November 13, the finale of the Hulu drama Reasonable Doubt will air online.

The new drama The Beast in Me will debut online on Netflix on November 13. Since the tragic death of her young son, acclaimed author Aggie Wiggs (Claire Danes) has receded from public life, unable to write, a ghost of her former self. But she finds an unlikely subject for a new book when the house next door is bought by Nile Jarvis (Matthew Rhys), a famed and formidable real estate mogul who was once the prime suspect in his wife’s disappearance. At once horrified and fascinated by this man, Aggie finds herself compulsively hunting for the truth – chasing his demons while fleeing her own – in a game of cat and mouse that might turn deadly. The ensemble cast includes Brittany Snow, David Lyons, Kate Burton, Tim Guinee, Natalie Morales, Jonathan Banks, Bill Irwin, Aleyse Shannon and Julie Ann Emery.

On November 14, the new series Malice will debut online on Amazon Prime. Adam Healey (Jack Whitehall) is a charismatic tutor who charms his way into the life of the wealthy Tanner family while they’re on holiday in Greece. When the family’s nanny falls dangerously ill, Adam orchestrates his way into their London home, and his true vengeful nature begins to emerge. Adam now starts to turn Jamie Tanner (David Duchovny) and Nat (Carice Van Houten) against each other and secretly plots to bring down the entire family. The cast includes Raza Jaffrey and Christine Adams.

The Hallmark Channel movie Three Wisest Men will debut on November 15 at 8 PM. As life pushes the family in different directions, the Brenner boys (Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes and Andrew Walker) decide they need to put on the Best Christmas Ever to bring everyone back together. Margaret Colin reprises her role as their mother.

On November 15, the Lifetime movie Friends and Lovers: Part 1 will debut at 8 PM. This contemporary romantic drama explores how friendship, passion, and forgiveness collide, following two best friends, Debra (Naturi Naughton), a Type A doctor, and Shelby (Simone Missick), a free-spirited rule breaker, as their lives intertwine with those of Leonard (Kendrick Sampson), a rising but struggling comedian, and Tyrese (RonReaco Lee), his loyal best friend. As Debra and Leonard’s love deepens, and Tyrese finds himself entangled with Shelby’s unpredictable ways, the four navigate the challenges of modern relationships. When tragedy strikes the group, they are forced to rebuild—transforming their bond from friendship into a chosen family.

The second season of Landman will premiere online on Paramount+ on November 16 while that same day, the finale part of the Lifetime movie Friends and Lovers: Part 2 will debut at 8 PM.

On November 16, the Hallmark Channel movie Tidings for the Season will debut at 8 PM. News anchor, Adam (BJ Britt), is challenged by superfan, Robbie, to report good news at Christmas. Adam reluctantly takes him under his wing and finds a connection with Robbie’s mom (Tamera Mowry-Housley).

The UPtv movie Saving the Christmas Ranch will debut on November 16 at 7 PM. Carrie (Brianna Cohen) must secure nine months of mortgage payments within two days to prevent foreclosure, while facing charming developer John (Jonathan Stoddard), whose motives for helping her are questionable.

Lastly, also on November 16, the new movie Montana Mavericks will debut at 8 PM on CW. Heather (Katherine McNamara) is a New York City girl and a best-selling author on a mission to conquer writer’s block and avoid paying back an advance on her next book. Her plans take a sudden swerve when she inherits a family ranch in Montana. With her two best friends, Heather heads out for a “Yellowstone” adventure intent on a quick sale but is blindsided by both the ranch’s dilapidated condition and by Cliff (Dennis Andres), the charming cowboy veterinarian next door who challenges her big-city ideals. Heather and her friends find more than they bargained for in this big sky adventure. Devon Weigel co-stars.

Mark your calendars!