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What’s on Global TV This Week? May 1-31 Primetime Highlights

What’s on Global TV This Week? May 1-31 Primetime Highlights

What’s on Global TV This Week? May 1-31 Primetime Highlights

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WHAT TO WATCH AND STREAM ON GLOBAL:
PRIMETIME HIGHLIGHTS FOR May 1-31

SERIES FINALES
SUNDAY, MAY 3
10 p.m. – Watson
“The Cobalt Fissure”
A seemingly random murder outside of UHOP sets the stage for the arrival of someone from Watson and Sherlock Holmes’ past.

MONDAY, MAY 11
8 p.m. – The Neighborhood
“Welcome to Goodbye”
Two joyful wedding celebrations bring loved ones together while old tensions and heartfelt confessions surface one last time. Meanwhile, tough goodbyes loom and the family looks ahead to a new chapter shaped by love, growth and change.

8:30 p.m. – DMV
“Impact Will Be Felt”
A long awaited achievement sparks an office celebration that brings unresolved feelings and difficult realizations to the surface. Meanwhile, high stakes decisions and unexpected shifts in power shape the future of the workplace, leaving the team to face major change ahead.

THURSDAY, MAY 21
12:05 a.m. – The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
On The Late Show, comedian Stephen Colbert interviews the hottest stars, talented actors and musicians, and brilliant minds – all while doing his own inimitable brand of comedy.

SEASON FINALES
TUESDAY, MAY 5
9 p.m. – NCIS: Origins
“Hollywood Ending”
With the Camp Pendleton office in danger of being shut down, the team confronts an uncertain future.

THURSDAY, MAY 7
8 p.m. – 9-1-1
“Hearts and Flowers”
Episode description is not currently available.

TUESDAY, MAY 12
8 p.m. – NCIS
“Sons and Daughters”
One year after a deadly coffee shop bombing, a new explosion proves the attack wasn’t the work of a lone wolf – a case that forces the team to confront legacy and loyalty.

9 p.m. – NCIS: Sydney – two-part finale
“Hunter” / “Killer”
The team is pulled back into The Collective’s web when an FBI agent is found dead in Fiji, and Mackey faces an unplanned family reunion. Then, the team faces the battle of their lives to stop The Collective and save those they hold dear.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 13
9:30 p.m. – America’s Culinary Cup – 90-minute episode
“Million-Dollar Menu”
Tonight, a champion will be crowned and walk away with the largest cash prize in culinary history: $1 million. With pressure at an all-time high, the three remaining chefs must face their most daunting commandment yet: innovation. The chefs must reimagine signature dishes from legendary guest judges Eric Ripert, Suzanne Goin and Daniela Soto-Innes. After the chef with the lowest score is eliminated, the final two serve their own three-course menu that puts their past, present and future on the plate in hopes to win $1 million.

SATURDAY, MAY 16
11:30 p.m. ET / 8:30 p.m. PT – Saturday Night Live
Will Ferrell takes on the role of host with Paul McCartney as this week’s musical guest.

SUNDAY, May 17
7 p.m. – 60 Minutes
60 Minutes features hard-hitting investigative reports, interviews, feature segments, and profiles of people in the news.

MONDAY, May 18
8 p.m. – FBI – one time only
“Defector”
The theft of a bioweapon from an unwitting defector forces the team to work with an old foe to secure the lethal pathogen and prevent an outbreak in N.Y.C.

9 p.m. – CIA – one time only
“Broken Glass”
Colin and Bill race to stop a company from covering up their intelligence theft while taking down a dangerous person from Colin’s past.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 20
8 p.m. – Survivor – three-hour episode
“50th season finale”
One castaway will be crowned Sole Survivor and awarded the grand prize, on the live season 50 finale.

THURSDAY, MAY 21
9 p.m. – Ghosts – two-part finale
“Up the Creek” / “Across the Pond”
When Woodstone’s future is put in jeopardy, Sam and Jay join forces with the ghosts to protect the mansion by securing its place in history. Then, a trip abroad could determine Woodstone’s fate. Meanwhile, a major career opportunity takes Sam out of town, leaving others to step in and help with the ghosts.

10 p.m. – Elsbeth
“That’s All”
A minor royal’s mysterious death at New York’s most legendary hotel brings Elsbeth into a world of faded elegance, cabaret and murder. Patti LuPone and Michael Urie guest star as legendary cabaret performer Ruby Lane and philanthropist Monty Blakemont III, respectively.

FRIDAY, MAY 22
8 p.m. – Sheriff Country
“Mexico”
With her department under scrutiny and tensions rising across Edgewater, Sheriff Mickey Fox faces the fallout from a major investigation that threatens to upend everything she’s built.

9 p.m. – Fire Country
“Try Not to Drown”
After a catastrophic dam failure unleashes historic floodwaters across Edgewater, Station 42 and Three Rock battle rising waters and dwindling resources.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 27
8 p.m. – Hollywood Squares
“Snooze We Can’t Lose”
Hollywood Squares, starring Drew Barrymore, is a classic game show in which two contestants play tic-tac-toe to win money and prizes. The “board” for the game is a vertical stack of open-faced cubes, each occupied by a celebrity seated at a desk and facing the contestants. This episode features celebrity guests Tom Bergeron, Neal Brennan, Whitney Cummings, Ariana Debose, Mark Duplass, Arsenio Hall, Tiffany Haddish and Ms. Pat.

SPECIAL
SUNDAY, MAY 31
8 p.m. – The 2026 Canadian Screen Awards
Hosted by actor and comedian Andrew Phung, The 2026 Canadian Screen Awards is Canada’s biggest night in entertainment, honouring homegrown film and television excellence alongside living legends and rising stars. Taking place in Toronto and simulcast on CBC, CBC Gem, Crave, CTV, Global, and STACKTV for the first time ever, The 2026 Canadian Screen Awards will feature meaningful tributes to entertainment icons and never-before-seen TV moments, inviting viewers into a distinctly Canadian celebration of the stories that unite us all.

ALL NEW PRIMETIME SERIES
FRIDAY, MAY 1
8 p.m. – Sheriff Country
“The Hunting Party”
Sheriff Mickey Fox investigates a fatal shooting that appears to be a tragic accident during a lavish Fraley family boar hunt, setting off a chain of events with far-reaching consequences for Edgewater.

9 p.m. – Fire Country
“Sometimes the Chaos Wins”
When a powerful storm sends a massive telephone pole crashing through a family home and traps a woman inside, station 42 races against time to try and pull off a dangerous rescue.

10 p.m. – Crime Beat
“Last Call” (Nancy Hixt)
After a night out on the town, a young woman vanished. Her loved ones held out hope that the aspiring nurse would be found safe, but after months of searching, their worst fears came true. Join Global News Senior Crime Reporter Nancy Hixt as she shares the shocking details of this murder mystery.

SATURDAY, MAY 2
11:30 p.m. ET / 8:30 p.m. PT – Saturday Night Live
Olivia Rodrigo takes on the role of both host and this week’s musical guest.

SUNDAY, MAY 3
7 p.m. – 60 Minutes
60 Minutes features hard-hitting investigative reports, interviews, feature segments, and profiles of people in the news.

MONDAY, MAY 4
8 p.m. – The Neighborhood
“Welcome to Kalamazoo?”
When Dave and Gemma seriously consider a major life change, it sends ripples through the family and strains relationships. Meanwhile, wedding chaos and unexpected revelations complicate plans for Malcolm and Marty, forcing everyone to confront what’s really ahead.

8:30 p.m. – DMV
“Car-lette”
When Colette tries to fix up her run-down car to get it re-registered, Gregg encourages her to buy a new one to save money. Meanwhile, Barb tries to teach everyone DMV robbery protocols.

9 p.m. – FBI
“Roleplay”
When a big city donor is murdered inside her apartment, the team tracks down the young killer who leads them into a crypto scam he’s been running with one of his victims, looking to seek revenge on his family.

10 p.m. – CIA
“Rare Earth”
When a foreign diplomat is killed after sneaking into the U.S. under unknown circumstances, Colin and Bill discover that a rare mineral with potential to disrupt international relations may be the reason he was targeted.

TUESDAY, MAY 5
8 p.m. – NCIS
“Deal with the Devil”
As a secret immunity deal threatens to let a man walk free, Parker fights to keep the case alive. But when his estranged sister (guest star Nancy Travis) suddenly appears – and buried family wounds resurface – the battle for justice becomes deeply personal.

10 p.m. – NCIS: Sydney
“Rough Diamond”
The death of a former Marine wanted for murder leads the team to a sinister plot involving a disgraced journalist, one of Australia’s richest men and lab-grown diamonds.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 6
8 p.m. – Survivor
“Everyone Will Be Shooketh!”
Survivor 50 will push the series into uncharted territory and impact the players like never before. Twenty-four legendary castaways return to face surprise twists, high-stakes challenges, and fan-driven decisions that shape the game. Survivor 50 is a celebration of legacy, strategy and audience impact where the viewers play a pivotal role in the evolution of this groundbreaking game. The castaways will face a season to remember from the moment they step on the beach, with the same goal: to claim the title of Sole Survivor and win the $1 million prize.

9:30 p.m. – America’s Culinary Cup
“Bittersweet Semifinals”
The final four chefs race to make it to the finale in a challenge highlighting the five flavour profiles. Who’s feeling a little salty and who’s a little bitter about the competition? This isn’t just about taste, it’s about strategy. Only three chefs will make it through tonight and move on to the finale, while one will say their bittersweet goodbyes.

10:30 p.m. – Hollywood Squares
“The Wizard of Hollywood Squares”
Hollywood Squares, starring Drew Barrymore, is a classic game show in which two contestants play tic-tac-toe to win money and prizes. The “board” for the game is a vertical stack of open-faced cubes, each occupied by a celebrity seated at a desk and facing the contestants. This episode features celebrity guests Michelle Buteau, Kat Dennings, Tiffany Haddish, Pete Holmes, Thomas Lennon, Bobby Moynihan, Law Roach and Meghan Trainor.

THURSDAY, MAY 7
7:30 p.m. – Ghosts
“Gate-gate”
When an emotion driven decision puts Woodstone at risk, Sam and Jay step up to defend what they’ve built. Meanwhile, Isaac struggles to adjust to new surroundings, only to realize that some connections are too important to leave behind.

9 p.m. – Elsbeth
“Murder from Scratch”
When an ambitious filmmaker dies in a suspicious cleaning accident, Elsbeth focuses on the subject of her final documentary: a “trad wife” (Anna Camp) whose from-scratch lifestyle included a deadly ingredient.

FRIDAY, MAY 8
8 p.m. – Sheriff Country
“The Gambler”
A dramatic federal crackdown rocks Edgewater and forces Sheriff Mickey Fox to confront a sprawling investigation that pits loyalty to her community against the reach of the DEA. The case pushes Mickey closer to home than ever before with consequences for the people she loves the most.

9 p.m. – Fire Country
“Best Man”
When Bode’s past resurfaces far from Edgewater, a volatile chain of events leads to a perilous off-duty rescue that forces him to confront guilt, accountability and what it truly means to step up when lives – and friendships – are on the line.

10 p.m. – Crime Beat
“Please Don’t Leave Me” (Catherine McDonald)
What was meant to be a joyful night celebrating her 32nd birthday turned into tragedy when Mohanie Henry Khan’s husband, Peter Khan, was shot. Despite desperately trying to stop the bleeding, she couldn’t save him. Now, for the first time, she sits down with reporter Catherine McDonald to share the full story—revealing what happened that fateful night, why Peter wasn’t the only victim, and how investigators ultimately tracked down his killer.

SATURDAY, MAY 9
11:30 p.m. ET / 8:30 p.m. PT – Saturday Night Live
Matt Damon takes on the role of host with Noah Kahan as this week’s musical guest.

SUNDAY, MAY 10
7 p.m. – 60 Minutes
60 Minutes features hard-hitting investigative reports, interviews, feature segments, and profiles of people in the news.

MONDAY, MAY 11
9 p.m. – FBI
“Long Shot”
Following the assassination of a major corporate executive, the team races to find leaders of a dormant terrorist organization that has reemerged. Meanwhile, OA is temporarily reassigned after refusing to follow orders but is paired up with a familiar face.

10 p.m. – CIA
“Forbidden Eye”
When Colin learns his CIA mentor has gone dark, he enlists Bill and the team to help track them down. But as they get closer, the operation reveals significant information about the identity of the mole.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 13
8 p.m. – Survivor
Episode title is not currently available.
Survivor 50 will push the series into uncharted territory and impact the players like never before. Twenty-four legendary castaways return to face surprise twists, high-stakes challenges, and fan-driven decisions that shape the game. Survivor 50 is a celebration of legacy, strategy and audience impact where the viewers play a pivotal role in the evolution of this groundbreaking game. The castaways will face a season to remember from the moment they step on the beach, with the same goal: to claim the title of Sole Survivor and win the $1 million prize.

THURSDAY, MAY 14
8:30 p.m. – Ghosts
“Polar Opposites”
When a Hollywood producer comes to scout Woodstone as a filming location, Sam is prompted to take a creative leap that draws unexpected support from the ghosts. Meanwhile, changing roles among the ghosts spark a heartfelt effort to honour someone special.

9 p.m. – Elsbeth
“Catch and Kill”
Elsbeth battles a veteran gossip columnist (Tracey Ullman) who trades in people’s secrets – and may have killed to keep her own.

FRIDAY, MAY 15
8 p.m. – Sheriff Country
“Compromised”
Episode description is not currently available.

9 p.m. – Fire Country
“Rain Check for Tomorrow”
When a volatile blaze at the Pineville Dam triggers a cascading infrastructure failure, Station 42 races to execute a series of perilous rescues.

10 p.m. – Crime Beat
“A Stolen Life” (Kelly McKeown)
In the early morning hours a dashcam captures the theft of a vehicle out of a quiet driveway. Hours later a 16-year-old boy is pronounced dead at hospital. Homicide investigators discover the two crimes are linked and they lead to the only woman on Canada’s Most Wanted List – Catherine Bergeron-Pinzarrone. She was part of a large international car theft ring that police were working to take down.

FRIDAY, MAY 22
10 p.m. – Crime Beat
“She’s Still Gone” (Cindy Bahadur)
In the summer of 2000, 40-year-old Michelle Charette goes missing. When she’s found dead in a remote area, police have little to go on. They think they know who did it but can’t prove it. What’s more they believe the suspected killer may be responsible for the deaths of three other women found in Lake Ontario 500 km away.

FRIDAY, MAY 29
10 p.m. – Crime Beat
Episode title and description are not currently available.

ALL NEW NIGHTLY SERIES
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
New episodes air Monday, May 4 – Thursday, May 7, Monday, May 11 – Thursday, May 14, Monday, May 18 – Wednesday, May 20 at 12:05 a.m.
On The Late Show, comedian Stephen Colbert interviews the hottest stars, talented actors and musicians, and brilliant minds – all while doing his own inimitable brand of comedy.