Sunday, September 17, 2023
Sitcom Stars on Talk Shows; This Week in Sitcoms (Week of September 18, 2023)
For the week of September 18-22, 2023, we have many current sitcom stars and past sitcom stars on TV talk shows! All times listed are Eastern. So get your DVRs (or whatever you use) ready! Ready? Here is all what you need to know for the coming week!
Monday, September 18
- Hannah Einbinder (Hacks) - Watch Hannah on a repeat of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
- Melissa Rauch (Night Court/The Big Bang Theory/Kath & Kim) - Melissa appears on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
- Gina Yashere (Bob Hearts Abishola), Maz Jobrani (Superior Donuts/The Knights of Prosperity/Better Off Ted) and John Witherspoon (The First Family/The Tracy Morgan Show/The Wayans Bros.) - Gina, Maz and John (RIP) are guests on repeats of Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen on CBS between 12:37-1:37am.
- Max Greenfield (The Neighborhood/New Girl/Modern Men) - Max talks about his book I Don't Want to Read This Book Aloud on CBS Mornings sometime between 7-9am.
- Michelle Buteau Survival of the Thickest/Bless the Harts/Enlisted) - Michelle joins Sherri on the couch to talk about her upcoming comedy tour, The Full Heart, Tight Jeans and her podcast, Adulting, on Sherri, so check your local listings.
- Rainn Wilson (The Office) - Rainn talks about his book Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution on NBC's Today in the 10am hour.
- Tiffany Haddish (The Last O.G./The Carmichael Show) - Tiffany can be heard on the Morning Mashup on SiriusXM.
- Alysia Reiner (Better Things) - Alysia is a guest on PIX11 Morning News on WPIX in New York at 9:40am.
- Matthew A. Cherry (Young Love) - Matthew discusses turning his Oscar®-winning short film into the new animated series Young Love on Tamron Hall, so check your local listings.
- Hilary Duff (How I Met Your Father/Younger/Lizzie McGuire) - Catch Hilary on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
- Tiffany Haddish (The Last O.G./The Carmichael Show), Cedric the Entertainer (The Neighborhood/The Last O.G./The Soul Man/The Steve Harvey Show) and Jon Lovitz (Mr. Box Office/NewsRadio/Foley Square) - Tiffany, Cedric and Jon are guests on repeats of Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen on CBS between 12:37-1:37am.
- Gary Gulman (Life & Beth) - Gary talks about his book Misfit: Growing Up Awkward in the '80s on ABC's GMA 3: What You Need to Know at 1pm.
- Stanley Tucci (Central Park) - NBC's Today catches up with Stanley during all four hours.
- Jay Pharoah (White Famous/Champaign ILL) - Jay is a guest on PIX11 Morning News on WPIX in New York at 9:40am.
- Christopher Knight (The Brady Bunch) - Christopher appears on New York Living on WPIX in New York at 10:50am.
- Judd Hirsch (Taxi/Dear John/Superior Donuts) - Watch Judd on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
- Dax Shepard (Bless This Mess), Tom Arnold (Roseanne/The Jackie Thomas Show/Tom/The Tom Show) and George Wallace (Tall Hopes) - Dax, Tom and George are guests on repeats of Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen on CBS between 12:37-1:37am.
- Jamie-Lynn Sigler (Guys with Kids/Entourage) - NBC's Today catches up with Jamie-Lynn in the 9am hour.
- Nicole Ari Parker (And Just Like That.../Second Time Around) - Nicole talks about The Refuge Plays on NBC's Today in the 10am hour.
- Justin Long (F Is for Family/Ed) - Catch Justin on a repeat of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
- America Ferrera (Superstore) - America is a guest on a repeat of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert at 11:35pm on CBS.
- Fred Armisen (Los Espookys/Forever/Final Space) - Fred appears on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
- Gabriel Iglesias (Mr. Iglesias/Cristela), Robert Kelly (Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll), John Witherspoon (The First Family/The Tracy Morgan Show/The Wayans Bros.) - Gabriel, Robert and John (RIP) are guests on repeats of Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen on CBS between 12:37-1:37am.
- Heather Dubrow (Stark Raving Mad/Jenny/Life with Roger) - Heather and Terry Dubrow are guests on E! News at 11pm on E!.
- Kathryn Newton (Gary Unmarried) - Watch Kathryn on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
- Ralph Harris (On Our Own) and Jimmie "JJ" Walker (Good Times/At Ease/Bustin' Loose) - Ralph and Jimmie are guests on repeats of Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen on CBS between 12:37-1:37am.
- Alfonso Ribeiro (In the House/The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air/Silver Spoons) - Alfonso is a guest on Live with Kelly and Mark, so check your listings.
- Sam Jay (Bust Down) - Sam appears on PIX11 Morning News on WPIX in New York at 8:50am.
Sitcoms Airing This Week
Sunday, September 17
The Great North - "Mall-mento Adventure" (Fox, 7:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Beef and Judy tell alternate versions of a wild day; the rest of the Tobins try to finish reading a challenging novel.
Bob's Burgers - "What a (April) Fool Believes" (Fox, 7:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Mr. Fischoeder challenges Bob to successfully prank him on April Fool's Day.
The Simpsons - "The Very Hungry Caterpillars" (Fox, 8:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
When a plague of insects shuts down Springfield, the Simpsons face their greatest challenge yet -- spending time in lockdown with each other.
Family Guy - "Adoptation" (Fox, 8:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
To restore his public image, Carter adopts a young girl from an orphanage, drawing jealousy from Lois.
Bob's Burgers - "Crows Encounters of the Bird Kind" (Fox, 9:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Tina drags Bob along on a desperate quest to earn her bird-watching badge for ThunderGirls; Louise and Gene try to keep their new restaurant game a secret from Linda.
Family Guy - "The Bird Reich" (Fox, 8:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Peter tries to take advantage of a work policy granting leave in the event of a pet's death; Stewie causes Brian to give up writing.
The Villains of Valley View - "Hidden Hero" (Disney Channel, 8:00PM ET/PT)
Jake realizes he can use his power anonymously to help people in need, so he sets out to become an undercover hero; Vic challenges Celia to a pepper-eating contest.
Bunk'd: Learning the Ropes - "Coop D'etat" (Disney Channel, 8:30PM ET/PT)
Winnie and Jake discover a gymnastics exhibition in town featuring their heroes, Katelyn Ohashi and Jordan Chiles; Noah and Bill help Parker, the new mayor of Dusty Tush.
Monday, September 18
The Neighborhood - "Welcome to the New Deal" (CBS, 8:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
When Calvin is overwhelmed by work, Dave volunteers to counsel his friend, while also logging hours necessary for his therapist certification at the VA. Also, Tina confides in Gemma that she’s eager to make a career change.
Bob Hearts Abishola - "Uncharted Waters of Mediocrity" (CBS, 8:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Doubts begin to creep in as Abishola awaits her acceptance letter to the medical school of her dreams in Baltimore. Also, Bob battles his subconscious when he realizes he doesn’t want to leave Detroit.
Son of a Critch - "Misty" (The CW, 8:00PM ET/PT)
The Critch men are left to their own devices after Mary is hospitalized for a minor procedure; Mark has trouble balancing the household chores and accidentally gives Pops the wrong pills.
Run the Burbs - "Raccoon Fever" (The CW, 8:30PM ET/PT)
A group of raccoons distracts Andrew from his school work; Camille and Barb team up to catch a graffiti bandit; Ramesh struggles to understand Khia's connection to Pride.
Children Ruin Everything - "Friends" (The CW, 9:00PM ET/PT)
With James planning to meet friends to do their yearly fantasy baseball draft, Astrid cannot shake the feeling that parental duties have eaten away at her old friendships and jumps at the chance for adult interaction.
American Dad! - "Don't You Need My Neighbor" (TBS, 10:00PM ET/PT)
The Smiths get new neighbors; Roger dreads having to be a little boy's kite for a day.
Breeders - "No Matter What: Part One" (FX, 10:00PM ET/PT)
As Paul and Ally try to help Luke, who is struggling with being both a dad and a student, they find they have very different ideas about the best way forward; Jackie's condition is becoming more noticeable; Jim is determined to help out.
Tuesday, September 19
none scheduled
Wednesday, September 20
The Conners - "Road Trip and Guilt Trip" (ABC, 8:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Dan and Jackie take a road trip to a hardware wholesaler in Oklahoma. Meanwhile, Darlene heads out of town and leaves behind a plethora of to-do notes for Becky and Ben.
The Conners - "What's So Funny About Peas, Love and Understanding?" (ABC, 8:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Darlene figures out a new plan to afford Mark’s college tuition. Meanwhile, Jackie and Louise try to help Becky meet a new guy.
The Conners - "Dating, Drinking and Grifter Logic" (ABC, 9:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Neville confronts Jackie about loaning Dan money. Elsewhere, Darlene attempts to play matchmaker for Mark.
The Conners - "The Grad Finale" (ABC, 9:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
As Mark’s graduation approaches, he considers his relationship with his father. Meanwhile, Louise plans a big graduation ceremony at the Lunch Box.
Night Court - "The Honorable Dan Fielding" (NBC, 9:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Dan ponders his future after being offered the opportunity of a lifetime; Abby can't find time for her fiancé, Rand, and her heart lands her in some trouble; Olivia makes it a personal mission to help Gurgs pass the bailiff supervisor exam.
Night Court - "The Honorable Dan Fielding Part 2" (NBC, 9:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Abby is on trial, and she and Dan are fighting for her professional life; District Attorney Jeff Dewitt returns and forces Olivia to choose sides; Abby and Rand find their relationship at a crossroads.
Tyler Perry's Assisted Living - "Lights, Camera, Act Son" (BET, 9:00PM ET/PT)
Mr. Brown and Efe team up to secretly film a reality show starring the oblivious Pleasant Days residents; Philip gets a part-time job at a fast food restaurant but begins to have second thoughts.
Tyler Perry's Assisted Living - "French Miss" (BET, 9:30PM ET/PT)
Mr. Brown attempts to impress a woman he thinks could be the future Mrs. Brown; when Mr.Brown's five-star dinner reservations fall through at the last minute, he solicits Philip to help whip up something gourmet.
Tyler Perry's Assisted Living - "Golden Oldie" (BET, 10:00PM ET/PT)
Mr. Brown's girlfriend causes a stir when Anastasia realizes they are competing in the same elderly pageant for the crown of Ms. Golden Oldie; Leah is appalled when Jeremy buys her a high-tech broom as an early birthday gift.
The Ms. Pat Show - "Nudes and Dudes" (BET, 10:30PM ET/PT)
Janelle makes a terrible mistake when she accidentally sends a photo meant for her boyfriend to her mom; meanwhile, the pressure is on for Denise as she dates Terry's boss with his promotion on the line.
Thursday, September 21
none scheduled
Friday, September 22
none scheduled
Saturday, September 23
none scheduled
Sunday, September 24
Krapopolis - "All Hail the Goddess of Likeability" (Fox, 8:00PM ET/PT)
When Asskill threatens to attack Krapopolis, Tyrannis tries to use diplomacy to stop him; Deliria decides to build a temple to herself.
Krapopolis - "The Stuperbowl" (Fox, 8:30PM ET/PT)
Stupendous and Hippocampus give a trojan horse to the Asskillians.
The Villains of Valley View - "The Promposal" (Disney Channel, 8:00PM ET/PT)
When teenage supervillain Havoc stands up to the head of the League of Villains, her family members are forced to change their identities and relocate to a sleepy Texas suburb.
Bunk'd: Learning the Ropes - "Me, Myself, and A.I." (Disney Channel, 8:30PM ET/PT)
Lou, Parker, Noah and Destiny head to Dusty Tush, Wyo., to open up a new camp at a dude ranch that they purchased from The Marshall.
Sitcoms Airing Tonight / Sitcom Stars on Talk Shows
Wednesday, January 22
Shifting Gears - "Job" (ABC, 8:00PM ET/PT)
Riley, desperate for work, reluctantly takes a job at Matt’s shop. Meanwhile, Gabriel and Stitch secretly stray from Matt’s vision on a high-stakes restomod project.
Abbott Elementary - "Strike" (ABC, 8:30PM ET/PT)
City buses have stopped running due to a strike, resulting in many students being absent from school. The teachers at Abbott try to find creative solutions and adapt to hybrid learning. Meanwhile, Gregory and O’Shon strike up a friendship.
Sitcom Stars on Talk Shows (Week of January 20)
Wednesday, January 22
- Lucy Liu (Joey/Pearl) - Watch Lucy on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC. She also chats with the ladies of The View on ABC at 11am ET/10am CT-PT.
- Ronny Chieng (Young Rock/Ronny Chieng: International Student) - Ronny hosts Comedy Central's The Daily Show at 11pm.
- Utkarsh Ambudkar (Ghosts/White Famous), Betsy Sodaro (Ghosts/Duncanville/Disjointed/Animal Practice) and Punam Patel (Ghosts/Return of the Mac/Kevin from Work) - Utkarsh, Betsy and Punam are guests on After Midnight at 12:37am on CBS.
- Morris Chestnut (Out All Night) - Morris talks about Watson on CBS Mornings sometime between 7-9am, on CBS Mornings Plus in the 9am hour, and on Live with Kelly and Mark, so check your local listings.
- Andrew Rannells (Girls/The New Normal) and Nick Kroll (Big Mouth/The League/Cavemen) - Andrew, Nick and Lin-Manuel Miranda are chatting with Drew about their Broadway show All In: Comedy About Love on The Drew Barrymore Show, so check your local listings. They're also talking to Drew about parenting advice, how they were raised and how comedy brings people together.
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11/12 - The King of Queens - The Complete Series (Blu-ray) (2024 Release)
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