Jeff Bridges' Spy Thriller 'The Old Man' Tops This Week's TV Must-Sees

A Look at the Week's Top TV Picks

As we head into the weekend, there are plenty of great TV options to choose from. Here are a few of the top picks for the week:

1. The Old Man (FX, Thursday, 10 p.m. ET)

Jeff Bridges stars in this new spy thriller as Dan Chase, a former CIA operative who has been living off the grid for decades. When an assassin tries to kill him, Chase is forced to go on the run and confront his past.

The Old Man is a gripping and suspenseful thriller with a stellar cast. Bridges is excellent in the lead role, and he's supported by a strong cast that includes John Lithgow, Amy Brenneman, and Alia Shawkat.

2. Only Murders in the Building (Hulu, Tuesday, 10 p.m. ET)

The second season of this hit comedy-mystery series finds the trio of true-crime podcasters investigating a new murder in their Upper West Side apartment building.

Only Murders in the Building is a clever and funny whodunit with a great cast. Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez are all excellent, and the show's writing is sharp and witty.

3. The Bear (FX, Thursday, 10 p.m. ET)

This new comedy-drama series follows Carmy Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White), a young chef who returns home to Chicago to run his family's Italian beef sandwich shop.

The Bear is a funny and heartwarming story about family, food, and finding your place in the world. White is excellent in the lead role, and the show's supporting cast is also strong.

4. Ms. Marvel (Disney+, Wednesday, 3 a.m. ET)

The latest Marvel Cinematic Universe series follows Kamala Khan (Iman Vellani), a Pakistani-American teenager who discovers that she has superpowers.

Ms. Marvel is a fun and exciting coming-of-age story with a great cast. Vellani is charming in the lead role, and the show's supporting cast is also strong.

5. Obi-Wan Kenobi (Disney+, Friday, 3 a.m. ET)

The highly anticipated Obi-Wan Kenobi series finally premieres this week. The show follows the legendary Jedi Master (Ewan McGregor) as he watches over young Luke Skywalker (Grant Feely) on Tatooine.

Obi-Wan Kenobi is a must-see for fans of the Star Wars franchise. McGregor is excellent in the title role, and the show's writing is sharp and exciting.