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maltatoday | SUNDAY • 16 AUGUST 2020 8 TV & FILM TODAY Blowing Up History [Documentary] 9pm on Discovery Science (Channel 402) How were the most iconic and historic buildings of the ancient and medieval worlds built? This documentary series uses stunning 'blow apart' CGI animation to reveal how these incredible struc- tures were constructed. Using de- tails from the latest archaeological investigations combined with X-Ray and LiDar scanning technologies, the series reveals fresh insights into the myths and mysteries behind ancient civilizations and the iconic mega structures they built. The series explores the mysteries of ancient and modern wonders, from the mighty Roman Trier in Germany to the statues of Easter Island, as investigators work to both preserve and understand these iconic monuments. MONDAY Crash Dive (1997) [Film] 8:10pm on Sony Movies Action (Channel 317) When the American submarine "Ulysses" responds to a distress call, the Yugoslavian refugees they take onboard turn out to actually be Middle Eastern terrorists, led by Richter (Reiner Schone). They threaten to destroy Washington, D.C., using the sub's nuclear capabilities if they do not receive $100 million in gold. Former Navy SEAL James Carter (Michael Dudik- off), now a submarine designer, is brought in by Adm. Pendleton (Frederic Forrest) to sneak aboard the ship and defeat Richter. TUESDAY Pretty Little Liars S7 Ep.13: "Hold Your Piece" [Drama Series] 9pm on Melita More (Channel 315) Hanna is sure Jenna is to blame for a recent professional setback and is forced to bring Caleb up to speed on current events. Aria and Emily team up to investigate Sydney for more information about Jenna and her connection to "A.D." and discover that she is working for "A.D." after they find her making a deposit for a surgery for Jenna. They realize that "A.D." is paying Jenna off for helping with the blind school and confront Sydney, who claims that "A.D." is simply an anonymous client. WEDNESDAY Trial by Fire (2008) [Film] 8:10pm on Sony Movies Action (Channel 317) Kristin Scott (Brooke Burns) is wrongfully blamed for the death of her father just prior to his retirement as a Captain with the fire department. Along with being the only female firefighter on her squad, this puts her at odds with the other members of her team and so she resigns. To prove herself, she sets out to join an elite squad of smoke jumpers – a rugged type of firefighter who jumps out of airplanes directly into the heart of a fire blaze. THURSDAY In The Club – Series 2 [Drama] 9pm on BBC Entertainment (Channel 300) S"In the Club" is a British melo- dramatic series that follows six couples who met while attending a local Parent Craft class during their pregnancy. The second series fast forwards to nine months after the final events of the first series. Kim struggles to be the perfect mum and her relationship with Neil is in jeopardy. As she prepares to see her ex Susie for the first time since they split, she's shocked to discover Neil's been keeping things from her. FRIDAY The Simpsons – Season 31 [Drama Series] 8:50pm on FOX HD (Channel 335) The longest-running primetime scripted show in television history, 'The Simpsons' exploded into popular culture in 1990 and has remained one of the most ground-breaking and innovative entertainment franchises, recogniz- able throughout the world. Homer (Dan Castellaneta), Marge (Julie Kavner), Bart, Lisa (Yeardley Smith) and Maggie are instantly identifiable television icons. Rounding out this cast of characters are many beloved Springfield residents, including tavern proprietor Moe Szyslak and nuclear power plant owner Mr. Burns (Harry Shearer). SATURDAY The Good Doctor S1 Ep.16: "Pain" [Drama Series] 8:15pm on Melita More (Channel 315) Shaun, Claire, and Alex assist Melendez with one of his first patients, a man named Hunter who was paralyzed in a motorcycle accident ten years prior. Jared, Morgan, and Andrews attend to a patient with an infection caused by plastic surgery. Claire's estranged mother shows up at the hospital saying she wants to reconnect but, in reality, she takes advantage of Claire once again. Streaming picks Your guide to the best shows on streaming platforms The Game Netflix While their men tr y to hone their gridiron talents on the field, the wives and girlfriends of pro football players sharpen their own skills behind the scenes when it comes to the power plays they have to use to get their guys the best agents, the best endorsements, the best merchandising deals -- even the "in" charit y. And then there's the groupies around ever y corner, and the oh-so-helpful "image consultants" ready and eager to per form a makeover for any player in trouble. Lucky Day Amazon Prime Red, a safe cracker who has just been released from prison, is trying to hold his family together as his past catches up with him in the form of Luc, a psychopathic contract killer who's seeking revenge for the death of his brother. The film starts Luke Bracey, Nina Dobrev, Crospin Glover and Ella Ryan Quinn and is directed by Roger Avary. Lucky Day The Gane What to watch this week