This week's entertainment landscape is brimming with highly anticipated releases across streaming platforms and traditional television. Leading the charge is the return of a popular legal drama, alongside a chilling thriller that has captured audience attention and music's biggest night.
The Lincoln Lawyer Returns for a High-Stakes Fourth Season
Netflix is set to premiere the fourth season of its hit series The Lincoln Lawyer this Thursday. Based on Michael Connelly's bestselling novels, the show follows defense attorney Mickey Haller, portrayed by Manuel Garcia-Rulfo. This season, Haller finds himself in an unprecedented position: on trial for a murder he did not commit.
Facing a relentless district attorney, Haller must fight to clear his name, expose the real killer, and save his law firm from ruin. Co-showrunners Ted Humphrey and Dailyn Rodriguez expressed their enthusiasm, stating, "It was a joy bringing this season to life, and we cannot wait for the audience to dive in!" The series continues to be a cornerstone of Netflix's dramatic offerings.
Josh Hartnett's 'Trap' Captivates Streaming Audiences
Currently holding the number one movie spot on Netflix is the 2024 thriller Trap. The film stars Josh Hartnett as a serial killer who brings his daughter to a concert, only to discover the event is an elaborate police sting designed to capture him.
Hartnett, in an interview with Postmedia, commented on the film's recent surge in popularity on streaming services, noting, "I know that people have been very excited about it recently and getting into it a lot more." The film's tense premise and Hartnett's performance have resonated with viewers seeking a gripping cinematic experience from home.
Music's Biggest Night: The 68th Annual Grammy Awards
This Sunday, the music industry will gather for the 68th annual Grammy Awards, broadcast on CBS and Citytv. Comedian Trevor Noah returns to host the ceremony for an impressive sixth consecutive year.
A special highlight of this year's show will be a unique performance segment featuring all eight nominees for the Best New Artist award sharing the stage. Furthermore, Sabrina Carpenter, this year's leading nominee, is scheduled to perform fresh off her sold-out tour, adding to the night's star power.
Additional Highlights Across Platforms
The week offers a diverse array of content for every taste:
- Glitter & Gold: Ice Dancing (Netflix): A new documentary series profiling three ice dancing teams with golden aspirations ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics, from the award-winning team behind Simone Biles Rising.
- Memory of a Killer (Fox, CTV): In a new episode, Angelo (Patrick Dempsey) is assigned by Dutch (Michael Imperioli) to eliminate an Internal Affairs agent threatening their operation.
- Fallout Season 2 Finale (Prime Video): The post-apocalyptic drama based on the popular video game concludes its second season with an episode set in New Vegas titled "The Strip."
- American Idol (ABC, Citytv): The iconic singing competition returns for its 24th season, with aspiring singers auditioning for a recording contract and a $250,000 prize.
- Hockey Fanatics (Crave): A documentary series hosted by Canadian comedy icon Dave Foley, spotlighting beloved NHL teams and their famous fans, including Mike Myers and Jay Baruchel.
From legal thrillers and cinematic traps to musical celebrations and documentary deep dives, this week's entertainment schedule provides ample options for viewers to explore new stories and returning favorites.
