Yes, I've had a couple of serious reservations about "The People V. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story" (11 p.m., FX). The inclusion of Kim and Khloe Kardashian (as children) is distracting and utterly irrelevent, and John Travolta's makeup and performance as attorney Robert Shapiro is ridiculous.
But given how good the series is overall, that's quibbling. And this week's episode is particularly good.
Prosecutor Marcia Clark (Sarah Poulson) faces public scrutiny and rampant sexism, both inside and outside the court. It's utterly shameful — one of many utterly shameful aspects of the O.J. Simpson murder trial.
And it's compelling television.
• Also tonight, it's the premiere of "Of Kings and Prophets" (9 p.m., ABC/Ch. 4) — a drama based on the Old Testament narrative in 1 and 2 Samuel and tells the stories of Saul and David. It's a violent, sexy soap opera of sorts.
There's been a lot of talk about how violent it is, and ABC is posting strong warnings for viewers. But then so is the Old Testament. Don't forget that God, through the prophet Samuel, ordered King Saul to wipe out an entire people — including women and children.
It does, however, seem that viewers who might be interested in a biblical show are going to be turned off by the violence in this one. And the viewers who like violent dramas might not be interested in a show based on the Bible.
The bigger problem is probably that "Of Kings and Prophets" isn't particularly entertaining or engaging. I'd be shocked if this show succeeds.
Elsewhere on TV ...
• "Fresh Off the Boat" (7 p.m., ABC/Ch. 4): Jessica encourages Louis to find friends of his own, but she's not happy when his new friend turns out to be a woman. And, by the way, ABC has announced that this sitcom has been renewed for next season — hurrah!
• "The Voice" (7 p.m., NBC/Ch. 5): The blind auditions continue.
• "New Girl" (7 p.m., Fox/Ch. 13): Jess returns from jury duty and tries to uncover the real identity of a juror who was sequestered with her..
• "Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates Jr." (7 p.m., PBS/Ch. 7): Dustin Hoffman and Mia Farrow learn about their family histories.
• "Rizzoli & Isles" (7 and 8 p.m., TNT): The team tackes a murder case with explosive consequences.
• "The Real O'Neals" (7:30 p.m., ABC/Ch. 4): Eileen forces the family to observe Lent; Kenny has a crush; Pat realizes Shannon isn't his little girl anymore. It's another really good episode of this new sitcom.
• "Grandfathered" (7:30 p.m., Fox/Ch. 13): Jimmy faces the complexities of being in a real relationship.
• "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." (8 p.m., ABC/Ch. 4): Daisy and Mack form a team of secret warriors to protect Inhumans amidst growing public worry and a new enemy surfaces.
• "Separation Anxiety" (8 p.m., TBS): In this new game show, couples have to answer questions about each other.
• "Limitless" (9 p.m., CBS/Ch. 2): Brian and Rebecca are quarantined together after they are exposed to an unknown substance during a citywide blackout.
• "Pretty Little Liars" (9 p.m., FreeForm): The Liars plot a counter attack; Hanna and Caleb make a plan to come face-to-face with the tormentor.
• "Outsiders" (9 p.m., WGN America): Asa and Houghton go on a road trip that takes terrifying turn.
• "ShadowHunters" (10 p.m., FreeForm): The Institute's on high alert after the attack
• "Teen Wolf" (10 p.m., MTV): In the Season 5 finale, Scott and his friends try to stop the Beast before Beacon Hills is destroyed.
• "Chrisley Knows Best" (11 p.m., USA): Todd plans a party to celebrate Savannah's being crowned Miss Tennessee Teen USA, but it soon becomes obvious that the party is more for him than her. (Season premiere)
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