HBO Max Poised For a Monster Win With Godzilla vs. Kong

It's no longer big news when a previously-planned theatrical film lands on streaming, but Godzilla vs. Kong isn't just any theatrical release. Already a blockbuster overseas where it was released last weekend, the true victor in this clash of the titans may well be HBO Max, which drops the film concurrent with its U.S. theatrical release today.

Also today: The Masked Singer welcomes its second wildcard, Archie gets an unexpected visit on Riverdale, and Resident Alien wraps its first season. Here's what's new and noteworthy on TV this Wednesday:

ORIGINAL MOVIE: The creature feature comes full circle as Godzilla vs. Kong debuts on the small screen day-and-date with its release in theaters. Watch trailer. Streaming on HBO Max

NEW EPISODE: Another wildcard performer attempts to shake things up as Black Swan, Grandpa Monster, Chameleon and Piglet return to the The Masked Singer stage for their second performances of the season. 8:00 PM ET on FOX

MIDSEASON FINALE: Archie (KJ Apa) is caught off guard when his former Army General shows up in Riverdale with some unexpected news. Cheryl (Madelaine Petsch) pushes back after hearing that Hiram (Mark Consuelos) and Reggie (Charles Melton) have expressed interest in taking over the Blossom maple groves. Watch preview. 8:00 PM ET on The CW

SPECIAL PRESENTATION: With a million species at risk of extinction, Extinction: The Facts explores how this crisis of biodiversity has consequences for us all. Sir David Attenborough hosts. Watch trailer. 8:00 PM ET on PBS

SEASON FINALE: On the verge of completing his mission on Resident Alien, Harry (Alan Tudyk) faces his own humanity. 10:00 PM ET on Syfy

NBA BASKETBALL: The NBA on ESPN returns for Week 15 with another Wednesday night doubleheader:

• The Dallas Mavericks vs. the Boston Celtics at TD Garden at 7:30 PM ET/4:30 PM PT on ESPN
• The Milwaukee Bucks vs the Los Angeles Lakers at the Staples Center at 10:00 PM ET/7:00 PM PT on ESPN

SEASON PREMIERE: A rejuvenated Stephen (David Mitchell) heads back to the John Barleycorn in the second season premiere of Back, where pub landlord Andrew (Robert Webb) is feeling restricted. Watch trailer. Midnight on IFC

NEW EPISODE: Becky (Lecy Goranson) feels pressured to impress an old friend on The Conners, while Dan (John Goodman) questions his position at the hardware store. 9:00 PM ET on ABC

Mike Attebery is Senior Editor at Primetimer and the author of seven mystery thrillers. Follow him on Twitter at @mikeattebery.