The rest of the fall shows have premiered, but I’m not overly impressed.
Joan
Miniseries on the CW
There is way too much going on in the pilot of this show, but it’s only six episodes, so that’s by design I guess.
It’s so dark…literally. The crime thriller is so muted in greens and blacks, it’s almost muddy.
Unless you love the 80s, England, or Sophie Turner, don’t waste your time.
Skip it
George and Mandy’s first marriage
8:30 p.m. Thursdays on CBS
The tango intro for this spinoff sitcom is so ridiculous, and it has literally nothing to do with the show.
It falls a tad flat, and while it feels very 90s, which is the time period, there’s nothing new.
Skip it
Happy’s Place
8 p.m. Fridays on NBC
I didn’t watch “Reba,” but it feels a little bit of a rehash slightly updated for 2024. It does have two of that series’ cast members.
This sitcom feels a little feel “Cheers,” but with more family drama and ethnicities.
It’s kinda funny, but with it airing on Fridays, I’m not holding my breath.
Try it
Poppa’s house
8:30 p.m. Mondays on CBS
There are two pretty distinct storylines, and in a 30-minute show, neither is served well.
Again it falls flat, which is a bummer with two Wayans family members on screen. You’ll probably recognize a lot of other cast members but have zero idea why.
This sitcom is so old school, they put bloopers at the end.
Skip it
St. Denis Medical
8 p.m. Tuesdays on NBC
This new sitcom with lots of heavy hitters is “Abbott Elementary” in a hospital.
I get people like “Parks and Recreation” and such, but this, unfortunately, falls flat, even with all the talented comedians.
Skip it
