AT THE MOVIES
“Sinners”: Director Ryan Coogler and actor Michael B. Jordan have had numerous successful collaborations; among them the “Black Panther” movies, the “Creed” movies and “Fruitvale Station.” They’re reteaming for this thriller, in which a man and his brother return to their small town in the hopes of starting again — but find evil waiting for them.
NEW ON DVD
“Sonic the Hedgehog 3”: Team Sonic must unite to take on not one but two Dr. Robotniks (Jim Carrey) in order to save the world in the latest cinematic spin for the beloved Sega character. Ben Schwartz again voices Sonic, with Keanu Reeves as Shadow the Hedgehog.
“Heart Eyes”: A rom-com slasher about a killer targeting happy couples on Valentine's Day. With Mason Gooding and Olivia Holt.
“I'm Still Here”: Filmmaker Walter Salles' period drama starring Fernanda Torres as a woman whose husband is disappeared by the secret police in 1970s Brazil won the Oscar for best international feature at this year's ceremony.
“Green and Gold”: Craig T. Nelson stars as a Wisconsinite who bets the farm on his beloved Green Bay Packers in this sports-themed drama.
“Valiant One”: Thriller in which a helicopter with U.S. troops crashes on the wrong size of the DMZ, forcing the soldiers to escape from North Korea to the safety of the south.
“Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League”: This sequel to the 2018 anime flick "Batman Ninja" finds the Dark Knight taking on yakuza-like forces from Japan.
“Get Away”: Nick Frost stars in this dark comedy as a father vacationing with his family who discovers there is a serial killer on the island they are staying on.
“Lioness: Season 2”: Taylor Sheridan's Paramount+ spy thriller returns for a second season that finds Zoe Saldaña on the case after a U.S. congresswoman is kidnapped.
“Striking Rescue”: A martial arts expert is out for brutal vengeance after his wife and daughter were murdered in this Chinese action flick.
OUT ON DIGITAL
“Eephus”: A bittersweet comedy named after the high, loping pitch rarely thrown and just as rarely hit, tells a nostalgic story about the final game played in a New England town about to lose their baseball field.
NEW MUSIC FRIDAY
Melvins, “Thunderball”: Buzz Osborne said of the legendary sludge-metal band’s 28th album, with original Melvins drummer Mike Dillard, “ ‘Thunderball' is the third Melvins 1983 record we've made together, and I wanted it to be bombastic. I think we achieved that."
Tunde Adebimpe, “Thee Black Boltz”: The solo debut from the frontman of the New York art-rock band TV on the Radio was produced with Wilder Zoby and features additional production and contributions from Jaleel Bunton & Jahphet Landis (of TV on the Radio)
Rhiannon Giddens & Justin Robinson, “What Did The Blackbird Say To The Crow”: The two members of Carolina Chocolate Drops reunite for an album of North Carolina fiddle and banjo songs, many learned from their late mentor Joe Thompson.
WHAT’S ON TV
Thursday
“Ransom Canyon” (Netflix): Josh Duhamel and Minka Kelly star in this western series about three ranching family dynasties locked in a contest for control of their land, lives and legacies.
“#1 Happy Family USA” (Prime Video): Season 1 of adult-animated series following the maniacally upbeat Husseins.
“The First 48 Presents Critical Minutes” (A&E, 8 p.m.): Hosted by former "First 48" detectives, this spinoff takes a look back at the most unforgettable moments in series' history, grouping them into categories like "Caught on Camera," "Fatal Friendships, "Miraculous Survivors" and more.
“Matlock” (CBS, 9 p.m.): Things ramp up during the season finale as Sarah (Leah Lewis) seeks Billy's (David Del Rio) help with handling a case after her client is arrested. Meanwhile, Matty (Kathy Bates) and Olympia (Skye P. Marshall) deal with a pressing confidential matter.
Friday
“iHostage” (Netflix): When a gunman enters an Apple Store in the heart of Amsterdam, the police face a delicate challenge to resolve the standoff.
Guardians vs. Pirates: The Cleveland Guardians arrive at PNC Park for a three-game series against the Pirates. 6:40 p.m. (SportsNet Pittsburgh). Games follow at 4:05 p.m. Saturday and 1:35 p.m. Sunday.
United Football League (Fox, 8 p.m.): QBs Danny Etling and Bryce Perkins are splitting time for the Michigan Panthers this season as the team welcomes the Memphis Showboats to Ford Field in Detroit.
“S.W.A.T.” (CBS, 10 p.m.): After escaping cancellation multiple times, the hammer has finally come down on this crime drama. However, with a handful of episodes left in the series, how will the book close on Lt. Daniel "Hondo" Harrelson (Shemar Moore) and the LAPD's S.W.A.T. unit?
Saturday
“Guy's Ranch Kitchen” (Food Network, Noon): Each episode sees Guy Fieri invite some of his chef friends over for a spontaneous cook-off. This time, Chef Aaron May makes some pimento cheese pigs in a blanket, Chef Shota Nakajima bakes potato cheese mochi and Chef Jose Garces brings his churros.
NASCAR Xfinity Racing Series (CW, 4 p.m.): After a 20-year hiatus, NASCAR returns to Rockingham Speedway in Richmond County, N.C., with the 2025 North Carolina Education Lottery 250. Furthermore, this race will serve as Kasey Kahne's first NASCAR race in nearly seven years.
Sunday
Guardians vs. Pirates (SportsNet Pittsburgh, 1:35 p.m.): The Cleveland Guardians wrap up a series against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park.
“Tournament of Champions” (Food Network, 8 p.m.): With four chefs left, host Guy Fieri has this culinary competition boiling things down to two semifinal battles, which lead to an amazing championship round for a $150,000 payoff. The winner will be determined by three champs and a true legend.
“Tracker” (CBS, 8 p.m.): Each episode of this hit action drama sees survivalist Colter Shaw (Justin Hartley) use his expert tracking skills to help everyday citizens and law enforcement find missing people for reward money. Abby McEnany, Eric Graise and Fiona Rene also star.
“Secrets of the Penguins” (National Geographic, 8 p.m.): What's black, white and beloved all over? Penguins! This three-part series visits some of Earth's most inhospitable places to watch these charming, flightless birds live their best lives and do things we've never seen before. Blake Lively narrates.
“Remarkable Women” (CW, 9 p.m.): Celebrating Women's History Month, this special highlights women from across the U.S. who were nominated for making a difference in everything from public policy, to social progress, to quality-of-life issues. From more than 125 finalists, one is chosen.
— staff and wire sources
First Published: April 15, 2025, 8:00 a.m.
