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‘Suits L.A.,’ Plus 7 Things to Watch on TV This Week

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‘Suits L.A.,’ Plus 7 Things to Watch on TV This Week

Between streaming and cable, there is a seemingly endless variety of things to watch. Here is a selection of TV shows and specials that air or stream this week, Feb. 17-23. Details and times are subject to change.

From the original iteration of “Suits” came a princess, a Netflix phenomenon and endless YouTube edits of relationships on the show — so what will the reboot, “Suits L.A.,” bring? Whereas the original was set at a corporate law firm in New York City, the new version takes place in Los Angeles with attorneys dealing with entertainment law. But of course, there is still cockiness, borderline inappropriate flirting and the glitz and glam that comes with being a rich lawyer. Sunday at 9 p.m. on NBC.

As we head further into winter, though also an inch closer to spring, award season is still in effect. First, there is the 56th N.A.A.C.P. Image Awards, which celebrates the achievements of people of color across entertainment. The comedian Dave Chappelle is set to receive the N.A.A.C.P. President’s Award. Kendrick Lamar, who has had a big month after taking home five Grammys and performing at the Super Bowl halftime show, is nominated for entertainer of the year, alongside Cynthia Erivo, Keke Palmer, Kevin Hart and Shannon Sharpe. Saturday at 8 p.m. on BET.

The next night, Kristen Bell is hosting the 31st Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, which could give us a good idea of which movies might win at the Oscars. The difference between this award show and others is that it honors exclusively actors, which this year includes the nominees Kieran Culkin, Mikey Madison and Jonathan Bailey, to name a few. Sunday at 8 p.m. on Netflix.

Unlike other true crime cases that we hear about after the fact, this one unfolded in real time just a few years ago. Gabby Petito and her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, had been on a lengthy road trip around the U.S. while vlogging their adventures of their YouTube channel. In early September 2021, Petito’s mother filed a missing-person report after not hearing from her daughter in a few days. On Sept. 19, Petito’s remains were found, and on Sept. 23 an arrest warrant was filed for Laundrie. And that’s just the start of it. The documentary, “American Murder: Gabby Petito” goes through the entire case, detailing the timeline of events with interviews from her friends and family. Streaming on Monday on Netflix.

Going back in time roughly 30 years ago, the documentary series “The Fox Hollow Murders: A Serial Killer’s Playground” tells the story of Herb Baumeister, a man living a seemingly normal life with his wife and kids on estate named Fox Hollow Farm in Indiana. Baumeister would lure gay men home from nightclubs before murdering them and burying their remains in his backyard. In 1994, his son discovered a skull and bones in the yard, with police going on to collect thousands of bones from the property. This series outlines the life of Indiana’s most notorious serial killer. Streaming Tuesday on Hulu.

Hosted by Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner, “On TV: A Black History Month Special” looks to celebrate Black television entertainers while reflecting on the legacy of those who came before. The special features interviews with stars from “The Neighborhood,” “NCIS” and “S.W.A.T.” Monday at 8 p.m. on CBS.

We all know the names Larry Bird, Magic Johnson and Michael Jordan — some of basketball’s greatest players who dominated at the 1992 Olympic Games as the Dream Team. But what about the people behind the scenes who helped make them play their best? The documentary “We Beat the Dream Team” reveals the story of a group of college players who were brought in for a scrimmage to help prepare them — and won. Monday at 9 p.m. on HBO and streaming on Max.

Fans of the “Yellowstone” prequel “1923” have been waiting two years for the second season — and it is finally here. The story follows Cara and Jacob Dutton (Helen Mirren and Harrison Ford) as they handle what life throws at them while living through droughts, Prohibition and more. The second season starts off with the Dutton family contending against the harsh winter and its effects on their farm. Streaming on Sunday on Paramount+.