Suits and Killjoys return this week for their final seasons; you can get a sneak peek at the new Lion King movie before deciding if you want to see it; and it’s Spongebob Squarepants’ 20th anniversary all weekend on YTV! Happy viewing!
All times eastern; PBS times may vary
Saturday
Spongebob’s Big Birthday Blowout – 9 to 10am (two episodes) on YTV
As part of YTV’s weekend-long celebration of Spongebob Squarepants’ 20th anniversary, this one-hour special follows Spongebob and Patrick on a tour of the surface world in an adventure that mixes animation with live action (y’know, where we live). [This special runs several times during the weekend, mixed in with other episodes and Bob movies repeating, so you don’t have to worry about your kids wanting to spend the whole weekend in front of the TV; you can boot ‘em outside at some point to enjoy the summer weekend.]
Sunday
Grantchester on Masterpiece – 9 to 11pm on PBS – 4th Season Premiere
Sweetbitter – 9 to 10pm (two episodes) on Starz – 2nd Season Premiere
Supersize My Pool – 10 to 11pm (two episodes) on HGTV – Series Premiere
Mario Lopez hosts this reno series, where he surprises families in need of a backyard upgrade.
Monday
50 Ways to Kill Your Mum – 9 to 10pm on Vision – Series Premiere
Celebrities—such as actress Annie Murphy in the opener—take their parents on adventures in this reality series. Murphy and her mum go mountain biking, fishing, diving, dancing, and zip-lining.
Line of Duty – 9 to 10:05pm on Superchannel Fuse – 5th Season Premiere
When Sharks Attack – 10 to 11pm on National Geographic – 5th Season Premiere
Tuesday
The Lion King: Can You Feel the Love Tonight with Robin Roberts – 8 to 9pm on ABC
This special will whet your appetite for the new vision of the classic movie, featuring interviews with the cast and crew, behind-the-scenes footage, and an exclusive scene from the movie that has never been seen elsewhere.
Pandora – 8 to 9pm on Space – Series Premiere
In the year 2199, a resourceful young woman who has lost everything seeks a new beginning at Earth’s Space Training Academy, where she and her friends learn to defend the galaxy from both human and alien threats.
Fish or Die – 8 to 9pm on Discovery – Series Premiere
A group of four best friends go where no one has gone before in their attempt at extreme fishing, starting off with the search for a giant golden dorado in an uncharted Bolivian river.
Wednesday
Suits – 9 to 10pm on Bravo – 9th and Final Season Premiere
[By the way, Suits fans, if you’re wondering when we’ll see the spinoff Pearson series in Canada, it premieres August 18th on W.]
Wicked Tuna: Outer Banks – 9 to 10pm on National Geographic – 6th Season Premiere
Blood Money – 9 to 10pm on History – Series Premiere
Millennials (many of whom hate being called millennials) often get a bad reputation for being lazy and poor planners. This reality series stars estate planner Chris Parvin, who puts the younger members of family businesses to the test to see if they have what it takes to take charge someday.
Brothers in Arms – 10 to 11pm on History – Series Premiere
Two army vets with a fascination for all things military open the Banditos Armory in Ogden, Utah. This reality series follows their exploits examining, repairing, restoring, and appreciating a variety of military equipment and machinery.
Ex on the Beach – 10 to 11pm on MTV – 3rd Season Premiere
Friday
Killjoys – 10 to 11pm on Space – 5th and Final Season Premiere
Saturday
Say Yes to the Dress – 9 to 11:02pm on TLC – 18th Season Premiere