Managing Editor Molly Manley previews newest fall TV shows
“The Good Place”- Sept. 19
“The Good Place” stars Kristen Bell in a comedic case of mistaken identity as a recently deceased woman in Heaven, who quickly realizes that she does not deserve to be there. Along with her mentor and newly found “soul mate”, Bell revels in the luxuries of Paradise.
“This is Us”- Sept. 20
“This is Us” follows the stories of a diverse set of people, all born on the same day, and how all of their paths’ cross in their lives. They all affect and help each other in different ways. From the creators of “Crazy, Stupid Love”, this new dramedy has something for everyone.
“Designated Survivor”- Sept. 21
After a devastating attack in Washington D.C., a member of the cabinet becomes the President of the United States and only prominent survivor of the attack. Kiefer Sutherland is thrust into a new position and must balance his personal life as well as an entire country.
“Speechless”- Sept. 21
“Speechless” tells the story of a unique family. One son has cerebral palsy, leaving him without his voice, but as the family moves again, his mother (Minnie Driver) is determined to make their new home the best for her entire family.
“Notorious”- Sept. 22
When a criminal defense lawyer and a cable news producer team up, both professionally and intimately, they have control over the media and what people know. Starring Daniel Sunjata and Piper Perabo, “Notorious” is based on the true stories of Mark Geragos and Wendy Walker.
“MacGyver”- Sept. 23
This reboot of the hit 1980s TV show of “MacGyver” stars Lucas Till in the title role, following him through new missions and inventions. This reboot also brings back a new version of Mac’s old team to accompany him on new adventures.
“Timeless”- Oct. 3
The new time-travel show, “Timeless”, follows an unlikely trio brought together by the government to prevent one man from changing the fundamentals of history. With a historian, a Sergeant and a scientist, “Timeless” is one of the most anticipated TV shows this fall.