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TV picks for Sept. 17-18: 'Creative Galaxy,' 'Royal Wives at War,' 'WWII's Most Daring Raids'

September 16, 2016 at 8:24PM
Monika Kupper/BBC Gina McKee plays Wallis Simpson and Emma Davies stars as Queen Elizabeth in "Royal Wives at War."
Gina McKee as Wallis Simpson and Emma Davies as Queen Elizabeth in “Royal Wives at War.” (The Minnesota Star Tribune)

For art's sake

So many shows aimed at pre-schoolers are seem determined to prepare the next generation for a life in the science lab. "Creative Galaxy" wants to make sure not to forget a child's artistic side. This clever cartoon offers engaging drawing games and celebrity voices (Samantha Bee!) to keep both children and adults engaged. Viewers of all ages will agree that the songs are super annoying.

Now streaming on Amazon

Forbidden love

As scandals go, it's hard to top the one triggered by King Edward VIII whose affair with American socialite Wallis Simpson forced him to abdicated the throne. "Royal Wives at War" recalls the details of the 1930s soap opera through dramatic readings, historical footage and interviews with historians.

7 p.m. Sunday, TPT, Ch. 2

None but the brave

Going commando doesn't always mean leaving your underwear in the hamper. The new series "WWII"s Most Daring Raids" offers much more daring definitions, starting with the attempt by the elite group of British paratroopers to steal Adolf Hitler's radar equipment. Upcoming episodes focus inon the Easy Company's first assault behind German lines on D-Day and the storming of a key island just off the coast of Sicily.

8 p.m. Sunday, Smithsonian Channel

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