“It’s so surreal,” Underwood says of the process. True, but there have been worse opening nights. ... While the new bachelor is described as “better looking than Brad Pitt,” he is more personable than some of the recent titleholders.

It’s likely this could have a good long run, particularly since Scott is so smart and approachable and Reynolds is so deliciously low. ... It’s easily one of those shows that could go the distance. It’s far better than some of the network’s retreads and it’s much more interesting with the producer’s well-written asides. This “Don’t” is a big do.

This is a dandy companion piece – for hardcore fans. The idea that Disney would do similar documentaries on other animated features is overkill. Sometimes there’s more magic in not knowing how the sausage is made.

[Anna Shay's] a fun one to watch and, easily, a forgiving friend. The others don’t get the same pass. ... It’s one more reality show that gives rich people a chance to build brands and foster careers without having to do any heavy lifting. It’s an escape. But without Anna, it’s not an escape we’d want to take.

When Federle brings in the North High cast (also competing for the big “Menkie” award for school productions), “HSMTMTS” becomes much more complex than any of its predecessors. ... “HSMTMTS” may have the longest title of any series on television, but it earns each of its consonants.

“HSM:TM:TS” has great adult appeal. It also boasts a lot of solo numbers, presumably because COVID concerns limited the number of big song-and-dance routines. Bassett, one of the best in a very excellent bunch, gets a rousing “breaking free” anthem that he sings. ... It isn’t a huge twist on the summer formula, but it does have enough variety to suggest this season could produce a couple more breakout stars.

Williams, who’s a great actor, should be used more, offering up reactions we haven’t seen. He's a keeper. At times, "Wonder Years 2.0" is, too.

While “Dinner with the Parents” doesn’t seem like it will last 10 years, it could surprise in ways we haven’t imagined. As long as the entrée is good, you can serve it every time guests come over.

Director Kimmy Gatewood makes sure the first episodes have force and takes full advantage of the spackling Martindale can do. Fewer bromides might make this a better series but it takes the Hallmark model and turns it ever so slightly so newcomers can find a handle. Like “Desperate Housewives,” “Chicken Sisters” delights in its ability to shock and thaw.