Sci-Fi This Week: S.H.I.E.L.D. Meets The Cellist, Jon Snow Rallies The Watch
Find out what’s airing in science fiction and fantasy this week.
Everything that Agent Phil Coulson values has come crashing down around him … but there is still a light in the darkness. This week on Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. we get to meet the infamous “cellist” Coulson first mentioned in The Avengers. Even better, she’s played by Whedonite and genre superstar Amy Acker (Person of Interest).
Elsewhere, this week on Arrow Roy has anger issues, while the 100 trespass into Grounder territory in search of a missing person. On Game of Thrones Jon Snow tries to find volunteers among the Night’s Watch to help stand against the impending attack on Castle Black, and Stargate fans will want to watch Joe Flanigan’s appearance tonight on Metal Hurlant Chronicles.
Here’s your day-by-day schedule for this week in science fiction and fantasy television:
The CW, 8/7c
“What Storm Is This That Blows So.” A hurricane suddenly hits the town and everyone is trapped inside the school. Teri drugs Roman, which leaves him very paranoid and very angry. Taylor convinces Drake that they should go public as a couple. Meanwhile, Julia turns to Emery for help after Eva threatens her.
Syfy, 10/9c
“Master Of Destiny.” A space warrior travels to the end of the galaxy in search of the Turtle-sapiens, a secret race of aliens that are supposed to know the cause and date of every human death. Stargate Atlantis‘ Joe Flanigan guest stars.
“Whiskey In The Jar.” A sheriff in the small town of Totem tells a visitor about a doctor who is extremely talented at saving lives.
The CW, 9/8c
“A Sort of Homecoming.” With the possible return of Roger on the horizon, everyone is concerned about the consequences if The Founder were to find out. Stephen now knows the truth about the machine The Founder has been using him to train in and needs John and Cara’s help to destroy it. Meanwhile, Russell and other Tomorrow People have lost hope they will ever find The Refuge and choose to head out on their own.
Syfy, 9/8c
“Secret Services.” Pete and Myka travel to Washington, D.C., to investigate drowning incidents that have occurred on dry land. While there, they cross paths with a pair of Secret Service agents who cause them to evaluate their relationship. Meanwhile, Artie uses an artifact to take Claudia back into his memories of an old case involving her sister.
ABC, 8/7c
“The Only Light in the Darkness.” With their world turned upside down, Coulson races to save the life of his one true love as the mystery of “The Cellist,” which began in Marvel’s The Avengers, is finally revealed.
The CW, 8/7c
“An Unblinking Death.” Cami’s good intentions lead Kieran to a violent episode. Meanwhile, Elijah and Klaus disagree over how to handle the Crescent Wolves. Elijah travels to the bayou and witnesses a horrific explosion that only adds to the hatred among the communities. Later, Hayley learns a surprising piece of her family history from Marcel.
The CW, 9/8c
“Alex Annie Alexis Ann.” Sheriff Mills tries to save a girl from a family of vampires who are using her as bait to lure in humans they can feed on.
The CW, 8/7c
“Seeing Red.” The mirakuru sends Roy into an uncontrollable rage and he unleashes on the city. After Roy’s deadly fight with a police officer, Oliver realizes the mirakuru has taken over Roy completely and must figure out a way to stop him. Meanwhile, Thea believes she can breakthrough to Roy so she goes on camera at Moira’s campaign rally to lure him to Verdant.
The CW, 9/8c
“His Sister’s Keeper.” Bellamy leads his crew into Grounder territory as they search for Octavia. Raven can’t help but notice the deep connection between Finn and Clarke. Meanwhile, flashbacks reveal Bellamy’s and Octavia’s childhood on the Ark.
Revolution returns next week.
The CW, 8/7c
“Man on Fire.” Enzo, through flashbacks to election night in 1960, learns what happened to his long-lost love; Elena obsesses over the state of her relationship with Damon; Markos enlists Sloan’s help in a ritual designed to break an ancient curse against the Travelers.
NBC, 9/8c
“Nobody Knows the Trubel I’ve Seen.” Nick and Hank investigate a dangerous female suspect leaving a trail of Wesen in her wake. Elsewhere, Adalind takes measures into her own hands, even if that means forging a dangerous alliance.
Syfy, 10/9c
“Minute Changes.” As Kiera works to free a college student caught in a police cover-up, her perspective on police behaviour is thrown into question. Carlos discovers Liber8’s influence reaches right inside of VPD. Alec secures an unlikely ally.
BBC America, 9/8c
“Governed By Sound Reason and True Religion.” While Alison struggles with Aynsley’s death and Cosima grapples with the worsening symptoms of her mysterious sickness, Sarah enlists Art’s help to find Kira and is shocked when she learns where the trail leads.
ABC, 8/7c
“A Curious Thing.” Zelena blackmails Hook in an attempt to drain Emma of her magical powers, while things heat up between Regina and Robin Hood. In Fairy Tale land Snow and Charming go in search of the Good Witch Glinda to see if she can help them defeat Zelena.
NBC, 9/8c
“Together.” Worried that Skouras has developed the ability to locate Bo, Winter sends Channing on a mission to infiltrate the Orchestra campus. Despite Winter’s instructions to keep a low profile, Bo is compelled to help a family man who is in over his head.
HBO, 9/8c
“Oathkeeper.” Dany balances justice and mercy. Jaime tasks Brienne with his honor. Jon secures volunteers while Bran, Jojen, Meera and Hodor stumble on shelter.
ABC, 10/9c
“Schemes of the Devil.” With the help of Bellamy and Sheriff Fred, Tom leads the charge in the search for Rachael, but her situation becomes increasingly dire as her captors grow more desperate. Maggie and Dr. Ward continue their medical research on the resurrected subjects and a series of shocking discoveries sets them on the brink of a game changing find, however, their focus shifts when Arcadia is suddenly in the throes of an epidemic.
What are YOUR top picks for this week?