Around the remote: Chuck Barney’s TV and streaming picks for May 9-15
Chuck Barney, East Bay Times, (TNS)
Dont’ miss: “Mom” – Time for a big group hug. The warm-hearted sitcom that dared to tell stories about recovery from alcoholism and addiction – and brought Allison Janney a pair of Emmy Awards – closes the curtain on its acclaimed eight-year run. In the series finale, Bonnie (Janney) gains a new outlook on her sobriety after dealing with difficult news. Also, Jill (Beth Hall) and Andy (Will Sasso) take a big step in their relationship. (9 p.m. Thursday, CBS).
Other bets:
Sunday: It’s the moment that passionate fans of “When Calls the Heart” have patiently waited for. In the Season 8 finale, schoolteacher Elizabeth Thornton (Erin Krakow) finally realizes which man she’s meant to be with. So who’s the lucky guy – Nathan or Lucas? (9 p.m., Hallmark Channel).