Sweet Lorraine
"A Raisin in the Sun" is well known to even casual theater patrons, but less is known about its author. "Lorraine Hansberry: Sighted Eyes/Feeling Heart" goes a long way toward giving the playwright her props, with touching testimonials from Sidney Poitier and Ruby Dee, who starred in the play's original production.
8 p.m. Friday, TPT, Ch. 2
Two if by sea
"Planet Earth: Blue Planet II" dives deep into the world's oceans with the colorful storytelling and stunning photography that made previous adventures by the BBC team such a resounding success. David Attenborough is a little over the top in his narration, but maybe the 91-year-old is just relieved he wasn't among the filmmakers who had to spend a total of 6,000 hours underwater to record the drama.
8 p.m. Saturday, BBC America
Counter intelligence
J.K. Simmons' Oscar win for "Whiplash" may have gotten overshadowed by his role as Farmers Insurance spokesman, but "Counterpart" reminds us that he's one of our finest talents. He plays two roles in the series: A frustrated bureaucrat and a fearless assassin, separated after a botched scientific experiment created alternative worlds. Their uneasy alliance sets the stage for a terse sci-fi adventure — and a showcase for Simmons.
7 p.m. Sunday, Starz
A case of malpractice
The early promise of "The Good Doctor" and continuing success of "Grey's Anatomy" may have lulled you into thinking the medical genre is alive and well. "The Resident" brings us back to reality. It overdoses on cliches — notably the cocky-but-brilliant doctor, played by the usually reliable Matt Czuchry — while offering an indictment of health care that will make you think twice before getting a physical.
10:30 p.m. Sunday after Vikings-Eagles coverage, KMSP, Ch. 9
