Our TV picks for Thursday, August 15: Portrait of Jennie; The Real Housewives of Orange County; Alone Australia

Portrait of Jennie

TCM 5 p.m.

Struggling artist Eben Adams (Joseph Cotten) laments his prospects and wishes for divine inspiration. A chance encounter with the beautiful young Jennie Appleton (Jennifer Jones) changes his fortunes with art dealer Miss Spinney (Ethel Barrymore).

The Real Housewives of Orange County

BRAVO 9 p.m.

It’s time for roll call, and Tamra, Heather, Shannon, Gina, Emily, Jennifer and Katie are all here, ready to serve more looks, personality and drama during an all-new episode from Season 18. With tensions still high, these L.A. ladies try to stay civil.

Alone Australia

HIST 9:35 p.m.

Mother Nature does not play favorites in the New Zealand wilderness, and the survivalists must do everything they can to prepare for a monster storm headed their way. But once the deluge passes, have some been washed out from their shelters?