Palm Sunday brings with it an in-depth look at Pope Francis, “Francesco” (Discovery+, streaming) that follows him on a number of international trips, embracing a number of international crises, including the refugees. But there is also a crisis within the church regarding sexual abuse that has him meeting with advocates and victims. Filmmaker Evgeny Afineevsky says he had unfettered access to the Vatican, and the result is the utmost positivity.
George Clooney gets a special achievement award at the Movies for Grownups Awards with AARP the Magazine (PBS, 8 p.m., check local listings) an annual event that’ss also adding TV shows to its honorees.
Kevin Bacon greases his hair back and dons that big overcoat for a second season of the Boston cop drama “City on a Hill” (Showtime, 10 p.m.), playing opposite Aldis Hodge.
Dr. Anthony Fauci and Dr. Deborah Brix speak without looking over their shoulders in the “CNN Special Report: Covid War — The Pandemic Doctors Speak Out” (CNN, 9 p.m.).
“American Idol” (ABC, 8 p.m.) has its Showstoppers round before the Top 24 are named.
Jenny and Violent get their dance on on “Bless the Harts” (Fox, 7:30 p.m.).
“The Real Housewives of Atlanta” (Bravo, 8 p.m.) goes to New Orleans.