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From: Robin Miller <robin.miller@invalid.invalid>
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Subject: Selected programming for Jan. 25-26, 2025
Date: Sun, 26 Jan 2025 17:38:25 -0500
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RM: Running way behind this week. I will release the rest of the week's 
programming later tonight.



		Previously released:


Private Banker       [new]           (Netflix, Jan. 24)

A legendary private banker works only with the ultrarich and famous. 
With his rare expertise, he'll do whatever it takes to protect his 
clients' assets. 2025 Japanese series.

https://www.netflix.com/title/81987292



Bat War      (movie)         (Netflix, Jan. 23)

With traditional music banned, a group of childhood friends risk 
everything to preserve their heritage by playing historical Thai music 
together. 2024 Thai film; 1hr 53m. Not on IMDb?

https://www.netflix.com/title/81987261



The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry      (movie)       (Netflix, Jan. 21)

A.J. Fikry's wife has died, his bookstore is in trouble, and now his 
prized rare edition of Poe poems has been stolen. However, when a 
mysterious package appears, its arrival gives him the chance to start 
his life over and see things anew. 2022 film; 1hr 45m. Stars Kunal 
Nayyar, Lucy Hale, Christina Hendricks, David Arquette, Scott Foley, and 
Blaire Brown. Also streaming on Hulu according to IMDb.

https://www.netflix.com/title/81615175

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10643926/        [rating 6.6]



You Gotta Believe      (movie)       (Netflix, Jan. 21)

When a family man and Little League coach receives devastating news, his 
ragtag team rallies around him all the way to baseball glory. 2024 film; 
1hr 44m. Stars Luke Wilson, Greg Kinnear, Sarah Gadon, Lew Temple, Molly 
Parker, and Martin Roach.

https://www.netflix.com/title/81969558

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15685360/     [rating 5.4]


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		Saturday, January 25


	Streaming:


Perfect Match         [new]          (3:01 am, Netflix)

Relocated to a new city, a mother must build a new life while tackling 
her greatest challenge: helping her five spirited daughters find love. 
Chinese series; 36 episodes released daily through Feb. 15.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBGKQqMi7rM

https://www.comicbasics.com/trailer-lunar-new-year-period-rom-com-drama-series-perfect-match-arrives-on-netflix-january-25/

http://www.thefutoncritic.com/showatch/perfect-match-chinese/listings/

https://www.netflix.com/title/81927382



Saturday Night       (movie)         (3:01 am, Netflix)

At 11:30 pm on October 11th, 1975, a ferocious troupe of young comedians 
and writers changed television forever. Find out what happened behind 
the scenes in the 90 minutes leading up to the first broadcast of 
Saturday Night Live.  2024 film; 1h 49m.

https://www.netflix.com/title/81990313

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27657135/     [rating 7.0]




	Broadcast and cable:


 From Roger Moore with Love        (documentary)          (8-10 pm, CW)

Friends, family and co-stars take part in this revealing and 
entertaining look at British icon Roger Moore and his rise to global 
fame. With rare home-movie footage, it follows his journey from shy 
London schoolboy to teenage knitwear model to global TV heartthrob, from 
The Saint and The Persuaders to his decade-defining role as James Bond, 
a part he made his own. Premiered in the UK in December.

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt34899963/



Mary J. Blige's Family Affair      (movie)        (8 pm, Lifetime Channel)

The love story of Kendra (Ajiona Alexus) and Ben (Da’Vinchi) picks up as 
Kendra and Ben move out of the city in hopes of finally building a life 
together. With all their family around and inserted in their lives, 
tensions rise as they struggle with fertility issues and Kendra tries to 
find her footing with Ben’s son Miles. Their relationship reaches a 
boiling point when Ben secretly helps his brother, and Kendra returns to 
the city and an old friend comes back into her life. The family must 
come together to help Kendra and Ben save their relationship and stay 
true to their real love. Not on IMDb? Repeats on Saturday, Feb. 1, at 10 pm.

https://www.mylifetime.com/movies/mary-j-bliges-family-affair

Sequel to "Mary J. Blige's Real Love": 
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27230149/



The Perfect Setting           (movie)         (8 pm, Hallmark Channel)

An aspiring jewelry designer returns to Belgium to visit her grandfather 
and hopefully win the Valentine’s Day Diamond Contest. Stars Laci J. 
Mailey and David Elsendoorn. Repeats tonight (Sunday) at 7 pm (6 central).

https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/the-perfect-setting



Planet Earth: Asia            [new to US]             (8 pm, BBC America)

Sir David Attenborough narrates the nature documentary filmed over four 
years that captures animals in a variety of environments on the 
continent of Asia. The seven episodes air weekly, and the March 8 finale 
will be followed immediately by a making-of special. Premiered in the UK 
in November 2024.

https://www.metacritic.com/tv/planet-earth-asia/     [score 83]



Kobe: The Making of a Legend        [new]         (9 pm, CNN)

The late Kobe Bryant is the subject of a three-part series documenting 
his life and NBA career.


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		Sunday, January 26


	Streaming:


Devil's Diner        [new]         (3:01 am, Netflix)

In a secluded part of town, a mysterious chef cooks up supernatural 
meals that grant his guests' deepest desires - if they're willing to pay 
the price. Vietnamese series; 6 episodes.

https://www.netflix.com/title/81751769

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt35557166/     [as "Tiem an Cua Quy"]



Who Saw the Peacock Dance in the Jungle?        [new]         (3:01 am, 
Netflix)
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