TV picks for March 3:  "Bates Motel," "Those Who Kill," "Southern Charm"

March 2, 2014 at 8:00PM
JOSEPH LEDERER Nicola Peltz stars in A&E's 'Bates Motel.' “Bates Motel,” inspired by Hitchcock’s genre-defining film, “Psycho,” is a contemporary exploration of the formative years of Norman Bates, relationship with his mother, Norma, and the world they inhabit. Viewers will have access to the dark, twisted backstory and learn first-hand how Norma helped forge the most famous serial killer of them all.
Nicola Peltz stars in A&E’s “Bates Motel,” inspired by Hitchcock’s genre-defining film. (The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Mother and child reunion

In the Season 2 premiere of "Bates Motel," Norman and Norma join a botany class and discover they can soothe their murderous tempers simply by spending quality time in the forest. Psych! Or should I say, Psycho? 8 p.m. Monday, A&E

The killing season

Chloë Sevigny is in desperate need of some laughs. The talented actress continues her streak of dour roles in "Those Who Kill," yet another series that suggests there's a serial killer on every block. Sevigny plays a new homicide detective who's too busy chasing bad guys and personal demons to find time to smile. 9 p.m. Monday, A&E .

Charmed, I'm sure

As we've learned through the world of reality television, this country will never run out of beautiful, privileged, spoiled young people. "Southern Charm" introduces us to the lifestyles of six Charleston singles who think a $1,000 bill is pocket change. 9 p.m., Bravo

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