Tuesday, May 2
6 p.m. “Master and Commander: the Far Side of the World”
Russel Crowe plays the British captain of a 19th century warship playing a deadly game of cat and mouse on the high seas in an age when scurvy was a lifestyle choice. (2003) FX.
7 p.m. “Rock Star”
Mark Wahlberg stars as the devoted fan of a heavy metal band who is then chosen to replace the group’s lead singer. Though the odds against this happening to you are astronomical, we encourage you to continue singing in front of the bathroom mirror. But your lip snarl, it needs work. (2001) VH1.
7 p.m. “How to Make A Monster”
Video game programmers create a horrific creature who craves destruction. We didn’t know it was that easy. We thought you needed a private school in the suburbs and a fat trust fund. (2001) Sci-Fi Channel.
8 p.m. “Most Extreme”
A look at myths in the animal world. It turns out that not every dog has his day. Animal Planet.
9 p.m. Dynasty Reunion”
Pamela Sue Martin, Forsythe and other cast members gather to recall the landmark soap opera, the off-camera antics and the special effects used to make Joan Collins appear “amazingly lifelike.” CBS.
9 p.m. Boston Legal”
One of the firms partners returns to work after a stint in a mental institution. It’s awkward for everybody, especially when they need to decide if “Casual Friday” covers straitjackets. ABC.
10:35 p.m. “The Tonight Show”
Kurt Russell talks about his role in the remake of “The Poseidon Adventure” and the producer’s search for an actress of Shelly Winter’s “stature.” NBC.