The life of tennis champ Serena Williams, including her marriage to Reddit inventor Alexis Ohanian, her complicated pregnancy and her eventual return to competition is the basis of the new five-part documentary series “Being Serena” (HBO, 10 p.m.). Shot in 2017 by HBO Sports, it’s full of that kind of limitation – lots of plinky piano music and obvious voice over, which, with the glossy photography make it seem like an American Express ad waiting to happen.
Elizabeth gets a sudden out of town assignment on “The Americans” (FX, 10 p.m.).
The post-alien invasion saga “Colony” (USA, 10 p.m.), with Josh Holloway and Sarah Wayne Callies, returns for a third season, which picks up six months after their escape from occupied Los Angeles.
Fewer aliens are involved in the sixth season return of “Misfit Garage” (Discovery, 9 p.m.).
A third episode of the second season of “The Handmaid’s Tale” (Hulu, streaming) becomes available.
“Full Frontal with Samantha Bee” (TBS, 10:30 p.m.) never has a slow week.
The mayoral debates approach on “Riverdale” (The CW, 8 p.m.), a series that has next to nothing to do with Archie comics except the names of the characters.
Red appears to be hiding another family secret on “The Blacklist” (NBC, 8 p.m.).
On a new “Nature” (PBS, 8 p.m.), the survival skills of several species are examined.
The President negotiates for release of an American overseas on “Designated Survivor” (ABC, 10 p.m.).
Two get voted out on “Survivor” (CBS, 8 p.m.).
“Nova Wonders” (PBS, 9 p.m.) looks into the microbes that live in us all.
“Alex Inc.” (ABC, 8:30 p.m.) gets overly sensitive to online comments.
Elijah has lost his memory and relies on a new friend on “The Originals” (The CW, 9 p.m.).
“SEAL Team” (CBS, 9 p.m.) may be falling for a trap.
Treating a psychic on “Code Black” (CBS, 10 p.m.) somehow leads to a musical segment.
“Chicago P.D.” (NBC, 10 p.m.) tries to stop military grade weapons from hitting the streets.
Daron punishes conspirators after a failed coup on “Krypton” (Syfy, 10 p.m.).
“Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” (NBC, 9 p.m.) tries to rescue a girl from a father keeping her captive.
Eddie fights pro his place in the company on “Empire” (Fox, 8 p.m.).
On “The Expanse” (Syfy, 9 p.m.), Martians get medical treatment in exchange for supplies.
Several people have bad news to break on “Modern Family” (ABC, 9 p.m.).
On “American Housewife” (ABC, 9:30 p.m.), Katie is in a bad mood.
A Pride Parade performance is on lockdown on “Star” (Fox, 9 p.m.).
Barry gets to throw the first pitch at a Phillies game on “The Goldbergs” (ABC, 8 p.m.).
On “Famous in Love” (Freeform, 8 p.m.) Jordan’s Oscar campaign takes him to “Good Morning America.”
Turner Classic Movies’ Tuesday-Wednesday spotlight on series from the golden age of Hollywood continues with the one about Lupe Velez’ popular character in “Mexican Spitfire Out West” (6:45 a.m.), “Mexican Spitfire’s Baby” (8:15 a.m.), “Mexican Spitfire at Sea” (9:30 a.m.), “Mexican Spitfire Sees a Ghost” (11 a.m.), “Mexican Spitfire’s Elephant” (12:15 p.m.) and “Mexican Spitfire’s Blessed Event” (1:30 p.m.).
Then comes the musical “Four Daughters” (2:45 p.m.) and its sequels, “Four Wives” (4:30 p.m.) and “Four Mothers” (6:30 p.m.) before “Maisie” (8 p.m.) in prime time, followed by “Congo Maisie” (9:30 p.m.), “Gold Rush Maisie” (11 p.m.), “Maisie Was a Lady” (12:30 a.m.), “Ringside Maisie” (2 a.m.), “Maisie Gets her Man” (3:45 a.m.) and “Swing Shift Maisie” (5:15 a.m.).
Stanley Cup playoffs have Tampa Bay at Boston (NBC Sports, 7 p.m.) and Vegas at San Jose (NBC Sports, 10 p.m.).
NBA Playoffs have Utah at Houston (TNT, 8 p.m.).
Baseball includes Kansas City at Boston (MLB, 1 p.m.), San Diego at San Francisco (MLB, 5 p.m.) and Yankees at Houston (ESPN, 8 p.m.).
Daytime Talk
Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest: Helen Hunt, Ralph Macho. The View: Nicole Polizzi, Jenni Farley, Deena Nicole Cortese, Pauly D DelVecchio, Vinny Guadagnino, Ronnie Ortiz-Magro, Mike Sorrentino. The Talk: Angelica Huston, Paigion Walker, Alexandra Wentworth. Harry Connick: Jillian Michaels. Steve Harvey: Eugenio Deprez, Natalie Morales, Diann Valentine, Lynn Richardson. Ellen DeGeneres: Jennifer Lopez, Derek Hough, Ne-Yo, Jenna Dewan Tatu, James Shaw Jr. Wendy Williams: Kathy Griffin, Dr. Kate Biberdorf. The Real: Tyler Henry.
Late Talk
Stephen Colbert: Jim Gaffigan, Michael Avenatti, David Chang. Jimmy Kimmel: Mike Meyers, Zazie Beetz, Sugarland. Jimmy Fallon: Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Robert Irwin, Jaden Smith. Seth Meyers: Priyanka Chopra, Mike O’Brien, Lord Huron, Carter McLean. James Corden: Will Ferrell, Eva Longoria, Jo Koy. Carson Daly: Shaquille O’Neal, Elisa New, Creeper, Tommy Wiseau, Greg Sestero. Trevor Noah: Gen. Michael Hayden. Jordan Klepper: Denk Uygur. Conan O’Brien: Aubrey Plaza, Jason George, Marlon Williams.