Wednesday, June 30, 2010

June 30, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"Wimbledon:Men's quarterfinals" This morning at 7 on ESPN2. Men's quarterfinals in London.

"Cougar Town" Tonight at 9:30 on ABC. Jules and Ellie grow thick skin for their appointments with a callous dermatologist (Lisa Kudrow), but Jules is surprised to find out they have similar taste in men. Meanwhile, Travis starts working for Barbara.

"Real World" Tonight at 10 on MTV. Season 24 opens as the latest group of eight strangers moves into a posh mansion in New Orleans.

"Locked Up Abroad" Tonight at 10 on National Geographic. Season 4 opens with the story of Billy Hayes, whose autobiography inspired the 1978 Oscar-winning film "Midnight Express." Hayes details the time he spent in an infamous Turkish prison for trying to smuggle hashish out of the country, and his daring escape five years later.

"Man Shops Globe" Tonight at 10 on Sundance. In the second-season premiere, Keith heads to Thailand with designer David Earp in search of new textiles for quilts. Stops include the street markets and galleries of Bangkok and Chiang Mai.

"In Plain Sight" Tonight at 10 on USA. Mary must protect a priest who witnessed the murder of a stripper in the Season 3 finale, but she soon learns that the priest is obsessed with saving another woman from a similar fate. Meanwhile, Brandi moves in with Peter, Stan informs a dead witness' daughter about the truth of her father's absence and FBI agent Mike Faber returns.

"Bridal Bootcamp" Tonight at 10 on VH1. Brides-to-be wrestle inside a giant wedding cake, with the winner receiving the wedding flowers of her dreams.

Tuesday, June 29, 2010

June 29, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"World Cup Soccer:Japan vs. Paraguay" This morning at 9:30 on ESPN. Japan vs. Paraguay in a second-round game in Pretoria, South Africa.

"Wipeout" Tonight at 8 on ABC. Fling Set, Trampoline Sweeper and Big Soccer Balls are among the obstacles faced.

"Deadliest Catch" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. Phil Harris is critically ill and is flown to Anchorage for medical care; Andy Hillstrand trains a deckhand to be a relief skipper on the Time Bandit.

"Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. The heat's on in a cold land when Kathy journeys to Alaska for a stand-up performance. While there, she socializes with celeb pal Levi Johnston. The two engage in a dual bookstore-signing gig and visit two gay bars. Additionally, Kathy hosts a dog-sledding event.

"Rescue Me" Tonight at 10 on FX. The Season 6 opener begins with a vision of Tommy's afterlife that isn't pretty, but it turns out that he survived his shooting at the hand of Teddy. Everyone around him sees to it that he walk a narrow path, however, and he's haunted by his memories. Meanwhile, city budget cuts loom, and 62 Truck is threatened. As Lou puts it: "We have a big target on our back."

"The Hills" Tonight at 10 on MTV. The gang heads to Costa Rica for a group surf trip, and Brody gets jealous when Kristin hooks up with a local bartender. Meanwhile, Audrina fights her attraction to Justin, and Stephanie finds herself at odds with the jungle environment.

"Louie" Tonight at 11:01 on FX. Comedian Louis C.K. plays himself, sort of, in a sitcom about a newly single stand-up comic raising two daughters in New York and reflecting on his life in his act. In the opener, Louie accompanies them on a school field trip and also goes on a date. Neither goes well.

Monday, June 28, 2010

June 28, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"MLB Baseball:Nationals at Braves" Tonight at 7 on ESPN2. Washington at Atlanta.

"The Bachelorette" Tonight at 8 on ABC. "The Bachelorette" world tour hits Istanbul, where Ali learns something disturbing about one of the seven remaining bachelors. She also takes one to a bathhouse, another to a bazaar and four others to a historic fort, where they slather themselves in olive oil and wrestle with each other to earn one-on-one time with her. Following the rose ceremony, five guys accompany Ali to the tour's next stop: Portugal.

"Secret Life of the American Teenager" Tonight at 8 on ABC Family. After Amy leaves for New York City, Ricky moves into the Juergens' home to look after his son and Anne and George take note of the bond building between him and Ashley. Elsewhere, Adrian seeks advice from her mom; and Ruben and Cindy clash over Adrian's decision.

"Gossip Girl" Tonight at 9 on The CW. Blair attempts to impress her classmates by getting Lady Gaga to agree to a private concert. Meanwhile, Dan, Olivia and Vanessa get involved with a school play; Serena leans on Nate for help; and Jenny befriends an ambassador's son as a favor to Chuck.

"Intervention" Tonight at 9 on A&E. In the ninth-season opener, a mother and her adult son, who lives with her, battle alcohol problems.

"Huge" Tonight at 9 on ABC Family. In the series premiere of this comedy-drama about teens gaining self-esteem at a weight-loss camp, Willamina (Nikki Blonsky) causes trouble upon her arrival, while Amber (Hayley Hasselhoff) clicks with the popular kids and begins a possible romance.

"Kevorkian" Tonight at 9 on HBO. A profile of pathologist and right-to-die activist Jack Kevorkian examines his controversial career, prison sentence, paintings, musical compositions, inventions and foray into politics, and includes interviews with family, legal experts and colleagues. Directed by Matthew Galkin.

Sunday, June 27, 2010

June 27, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"World Cup Soccer:Argentina vs. Mexico" Today at 2 on ABC. Argentina vs. Mexico in a second-round game in Johannesburg.

"BET Awards '10" Tonight at 8 on BET. Queen Latifah hosts the 10th annual awards show honoring musicians, athletes and entertainers. Prince receives the Lifetime Achievement Award, while John Legend is to accept the Humanitarian Award. Slated acts include Alicia Keys, Kanye West, Ludacris, T.I., Diddy-Dirty Money, Drake, Trey Songz, Nicki Minaj, Eminem and Usher. Jay-Z leads the pack of nominees with five individual nods, while Beyoncé, Keys, Trey Songz and Melanie Fiona each have four.

"Daytime Emmy Awards" Tonight at 9 on CBS. Regis Philbin hosts the 37th annual gala saluting soaps, daytime talk and children's programs, telecast from Las Vegas. TV icon Dick Clark is honored with a tribute that features Ann-Margret, Frankie Avalon, Garth Brooks, Cher, Barry Manilow and Marie Osmond.

"True Blood" Tonight at 9 on HBO. Sookie's search for Bill takes her to Mississippi after Eric enlists a werewolf to protect her; Jason struggles to focus on his police exams; Arlene shares a surprise with Terry; Lafayette reluctantly accepts a gift from a benefactor; Franklin uses his powers of persuasion on Jessica and Tara; Bud sours on law enforcement after yet another gruesome discovery.

"Nick News With Linda Ellerbee" Tonight at 9 on Nickelodeon. Three middle-school students try to adapt to life without technology for one week.

"Team Coco Presents Conan's Writers Live" Tonight at 10 on TBS. Andy Richter hosts a comedy special featuring several of late-night talker Conan O'Brien's writers and a musical performance by comic Reggie Watts. Recorded at the 2010 Just for Laughs festival in Chicago.

"Entourage" Tonight at 10:30 on HBO. In the seventh-season premiere, Eric and Ari go into panic mode when Vince is persuaded to do his own stunts for an action film directed by Nick Cassavetes. Meanwhile, Drama is desperate for work; Turtle risks mixing business with pleasure; and Ari plants a seed for making a deal with the NFL.

Saturday, June 26, 2010

June 26, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"World Cup Soccer:U.S. vs. Ghana" Today at 2 on ABC. U.S. vs. Ghana in a second-round game in Rustenburg, South Africa.

"Track and Field:U.S. Outdoor Championships" Today at 3 on NBC. USA Outdoor Championships in Des Moines, Iowa. Events available for coverage include finals in the men's and women's 400m; the women's 1500m and 100m hurdles; and the men's 400m hurdles.

"iCarly" Tonight at 8 on Nickelodeon. Carly and Spencer's loft gets crowded during a power outage because only Spencer has a special Norwegian air conditioner and generator.

"You Lucky Dog" Tonight at 9 on Hallmark. A fashion designer (Natasha Henstridge) returns to her small hometown after her mom's death to help her brother (Harry Hamlin) save the family farm. To generate new profit from raising sheep, she adopts and trains a Border collie as a herding dog, but the pup exceeds expectations and has a shot at winning a local herding competition. Directed by John Bradshaw.

"The Proposal" Tonight at 9 on Starz. A tough, demanding businesswoman (Sandra Bullock) discovers that she's about to be deported back to Canada, forcing her to rush into a marriage of convenience with her young assistant (Ryan Reynolds) in order to stay in the U.S. But the ruse becomes even more complicated when the two must visit his family in Alaska while posing as a couple. Craig T. Nelson, Mary Steenburgen, Malin Akerman.

"Dinocroc vs. Supergator" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. Enormous reptiles escape from a research facility on a tropical island and feast on unwary tourists, culminating in a clash between a prehistoric crocodile and a monstrous alligator.

"AFI Life Achievement Award Honoring Mike Nichols" Tonight at 9 on TV Land. Oscar-winning director Mike Nichols ("The Graduate") receives the American Film Institute's 38th Life Achievement Award at a ceremony taped June 10, 2010, in Los Angeles. Guests include Dustin Hoffman, Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson.

Friday, June 25, 2010

June 25, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"World Cup Soccer:Brazil vs. Portugal" This morning at 9:30 on ESPN. Brazil vs. Portugal in a first-round game in Durban, South Africa.

"World Cup Soccer:Ivory Coast vs. North Korea" This morning at 9:30 on ESPN2. Ivory Coast vs. North Korea in a first-round game in Nelspruit, South Africa.

"Friday Night Lights" Tonight at 8 on NBC. Eric realizes that East Dillon's problems aren't only on the field; Jess tries to choose between Vince and Landry; Luke's injury takes a toll on him; and Riggins makes a decision that could backfire.

"16 Wishes" Tonight at 8 on Disney. A girl (Debby Ryan) makes a secret wish list to celebrate her 16th birthday and is astonished when they begin coming true, until one desire goes horribly awry and changes everything.

"20/20" Tonight at 9 on ABC. A commemoration of the first anniversary of Michael Jackson's passing (June 25, 2009) includes a profile of the King of Pop; reports on the investigation into his death and how his children are adapting to life without him; a tour of Neverland Ranch; and interviews with Jackson costumers Michael Bush and Dennis Tompkins, and makeup artist Karen Faye.

"Gone Too Soon" Tonight at 9 on TV Guide Network. A look at the last years of Michael Jackson's life incorporates footage from both before and after his death in 2009. Included: previously unseen video and audio of Jackson; and interviews with people who were close to him during his final weeks.

"Party Down" Tonight at 10 on Starz. The Season 2 finale features the return of Constance (Jane Lynch), who is getting married to a well-to-do older gentleman. She hires the gang to work the affair, which leads to conflict between the bride and Lydia, who took her catering job. Meanwhile, Kyle's band, Karma Rocket, is scheduled to perform at the event.

"Merlin" Tonight at 10 on Syfy. In an effort to end Uther's reign, the sorcerer Morgause revives the formidable Knights of Medhir and convinces her half sister Morgana to cast a sleeping spell on the people of Camelot.

Thursday, June 24, 2010

June 24, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"NBA Draft:From New York" Tonight at 7:30 on ESPN. The Wizards own the first pick at the annual talent show in New York City, followed by the 76ers, Nets, Timberwolves and Kings. Top prospects include John Wall, Evan Turner and DeMarcus Cousins. Sixty picks are made overall.

"Rookie Blue" Tonight at 9 on ABC. In the opener of a police drama that follows five ambitious first-year officers, Andy McNally (Missy Peregrym) makes a rookie mistake, botching an undercover drug sting, and tries to redeem herself with heroics involving a gunman.

"Boston Med" Tonight at 10 on ABC. In the premiere of this eight-part documentary series about the staffs and patients at three Boston hospitals, an ER resident struggles with confidence issues, and a cardiothoracic surgery resident prepares for a pair of lung transplants. Meanwhile, an oral-maxillofacial surgeon operates on a police officer who was shot in the face during an attempted robbery. Produced by Terence Wrong ("Hopkins 24/7").

"Futurama" Tonight at 10 on Comedy Central. In the sixth-season premiere, the fate of the Planet Express crew depends on the Professor, who desperately employs an untested resuscitation machine after a catastrophic occurrence in space.

"Penn & Teller: Bull!" Tonight at 10 on Showtime. There's no kung-fooling around when the guys take a swing at martial arts.

"Royal Pains" Tonight at 10 on USA. Boris takes Hank out of the U.S. to team up with a doctor to research gene therapy. Elsewhere, the doctor who's filling in for Hank irks Divya. Anastasia Griffith guest stars.

"The OCD Project" Tonight at 10 on VH1. Patients face OCD triggers, including death, HIV, cancer, blood and fear of the supernatural, on an overnight field trip to an abandoned hospital.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

June 23, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"World Cup Soccer:Algeria vs. U.S." This morning at 9:30 on ESPN. Algeria vs. U.S. in a first-round game in Pretoria, South Africa.

"World Cup Soccer:England vs. Slovenia" This morning at 9:30 on ESPN2. England vs. Slovenia in a first-round game in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.

"So You Think You Can Dance" Tonight at 8 on Fox. The Top 10 dancers perform.

"Criminal Minds" Tonight at 9 on CBS. The Hotch and the team investigate the murders of homeless men in San Francisco, and they work with a separate BAU group handling a case that may be connected to the deaths. Forest Whitaker guest stars.

"Top Chef: Washington D.C." Tonight at 9 on Bravo. In support of First Lady Michelle Obama's national initiative to end childhood obesity, the culinary artisans plate healthy kid fare at a middle school. White House chef Sam Kass is the guest judge.

"MythBusters: Car Conundrum" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. Three popular car myths are put to the test.

"Cedric the Entertainer's Urban Circus" Tonight at 10 on TBS. Cedric the Entertainer emcees this urban-rich comedy special featuring Jerry Seinfeld, Russell Peters, Sommore and JB Smoove. Sketches, performances and music help trace Cedric the Entertainer's influences and rise in the comedy realm. Reginald T. McCants serves as the musical director.

"Jimmy Kimmel Live's Twilight Saga: Total Eclipse of the Heart" Tonight at 10:01 on ABC. The cast of "The Twilight Saga: Eclipse," including Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, Taylor Lautner, Dakota Fanning, Bryce Dallas Howard and Xavier Samuel. The third film in the "Twilight" series opens June 30.

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

June 22, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"World Cup Soccer:Mexico vs. Uruguay" This morning at 9:30 on ESPN. Mexico vs. Uruguay in a first-round game in Rustenburg, South Africa.

"World Cup Soccer:France at South Africa" This morning at 9:30 on ESPN2. France at South Africa in a first-round game in Bloemfontein.

"Hawthorne" Tonight at 9 on TNT. The hospital drama opens its second season. With Richmond Trinity out of business, numerous staff members land employment at a decaying hospital in a run-down neighborhood. There, Christina and Bobbie clash with the nursing supervisor, and Tom must relinquish his administrative post.

"Deadliest Catch" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. Trouble for Capt. Phil Harris on the Cornelia Marie; Capt. Johnathan Hillstrand seeks warmer waters.

"30 for 30" Tonight at 9 on ESPN. The early-1990s deaths of Colombian soccer player Andres Escobar and drug baron Pablo Escobar are the focus of "The Two Escobars," a documentary look at the influence of drugs on soccer in the South American nation. Directed by Jeff and Michael Zimbalist.

"Downfall" Tonight at 9:01 on ABC. The premiere of a game show in which contestants atop a 10-story building field trivia questions in a timely manner. The objective is to keep a conveyor belt full of prizes from dumping the booty over the side of the high-rise. Chris Jericho hosts.

"Memphis Beat" Tonight at 10 on TNT. A crime drama focusing on offbeat Memphis detective Dwight Hendricks (Jason Lee), a Southern charmer with a passion for his city and blues music. In the series opener, Dwight investigates the abuse of an elderly female disc jockey, but his loose crime-fighting manner irritates his disciplined boss (Alfre Woodard). Meanwhile, Dwight's spirited mother woos a neighbor. George Clooney serves as an executive producer.

"Primetime: Mind Games" Tonight at 10:01 on ABC. Vagaries of the human mind and behavioral abnormalities are explored in case studies in this six-episode series. First up: the 1980 kidnapping of a Minnesota teacher and her 8-year-old daughter by a man who had been in her high-school math class 15 years earlier. The two were held in a closet in his home for 53 days before they managed to escape. The perpetrator also killed a 6-year-old potential witness to the abduction. Deborah Roberts reports.

Monday, June 21, 2010

June 21, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"Wimbledon:Early-round play" This morning at 6:30 on ESPN2. Early-round play in London.

"The Bachelorette" Tonight at 8 on ABC. Ali and the nine remaining bachelors arrive in Iceland for horseback riding, spelunking, dunking in a geothermal spa and a revelation. There's also a poetry contest, with the winner touring Reykjavik with Ali, and a two-on-one date to an erupting volcano and an ice cave. Only one of those two guys return with Ali, and at the rose ceremony another guy is sent packing, leaving seven bachelors to accompany her to the tour's next stop: Istanbul.

"Larry King Live" Tonight at 8 on CNN. A telethon to raise funds to help rebuild the Gulf Coast, featuring a performance by Sting and appearances by Justin Bieber, Cameron Diaz, Philippe Cousteau, Ted Danson, Kathy Griffin, Randy Jackson, Kerry Kennedy, Sammy Kershaw, Lenny Kravitz, Jenny McCarthy, Tim McGraw, Alyssa Milano, Aaron Neville, Edward James Olmos, Victoria Principal, Robert Redford, Gloria Reuben, Tyson Ritter and Pete Wentz, as well as reports from Anderson Cooper, Soledad O'Brien, Kyra Phillips and Rob Marciano.

"Saving Grace" Tonight at 9 on TNT. Grace shuts herself off completely from family and friends as a past tragic event continues to haunt her. Meanwhile, an old friend pulls Butch into a potentially destructive position, and Neely's effort to resist drugs reaches its decisive moment.

"GasLand" Tonight at 9 on HBO. An exposé of the campaign to extract natural gas in the U.S. by hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, examines the industry's exemptions from environmental regulations and interviews citizens who live in drilling areas. Written and directed by Josh Fox. Winner of a Special Jury Award at the Sundance Film Festival.

"Inedible to Incredible" Tonight at 10 on TLC. Chef John Besh helps a seemingly hopeless home cook who loves to create bizarre dishes, like strawberry-cornflake burgers, in the series premiere.

"CSI: Miami" Tonight at 10:01 on CBS. A convicted killer (Anthony Michael Hall) on death row receives a 24-hour stay of execution after doubt is cast on his guilt. The CSIs, along with help from Eric Delko, race to discover whether the man murdered his wife and daughter or is indeed innocent.

Sunday, June 20, 2010

June 20, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"The Phantom" Tonight at 7 on Syfy. Part 1 of 2. College student Chris (Ryan Carnes) discovers his biological father is a skilled martial artist and crimefighter known as the Phantom and seeks out the proper training in order to follow in his dad's footsteps.

"JONAS L.A." Tonight at 8:30 on Disney. The second season begins with the guys arriving in Los Angeles for a summer vacation and throwing a house party with a guest list that includes Emma Roberts.

"Scoundrels" Tonight at 9 on ABC. In the series premiere of this comedy-drama about a family of criminals, matriarch Cheryl West (Virginia Madsen) attempts to put her brood on a law-abiding path after her husband (David James Elliott) gets an unexpectedly harsh prison sentence.

"The Tudors" Tonight at 9 on Showtime. The series' four-season run comes to an end with Henry defeating one more formidable political rival and facing his mortality after dealing with the deaths of longtime friend Charles Brandon and King Francis of France. He is also haunted by the apparitions of his former royal wives, who gather for what appears to be one last confrontation.

"Leverage" Tonight at 9 on TNT. The clever con-job series about a band of high-tech Robin Hoods opens its third season. It's the great escape when Nate battles a corrupt prison warden to save the life of an innocent inmate. Edwin Hodge, brother of series star Aldis Hodge, guest stars. Dean Devlin directed.

"The Gates" Tonight at 10 on ABC. After moving his family into an exclusive, well-kept suburb, Nick Monohan (Frank Grillo), the new chief of police, takes on a missing-persons case that has him investigating his new neighbors in the opener of the drama series about a city cop's acclimation to a peculiar neighborhood.

"Treme" Tonight at 10 on HBO. In the first-season finale, Toni's frustration with Creighton reaches the boiling point; Antoine's vices get the best of him; Davis tries to persuade Janette to stay in town; Albert goes all out for St. Joseph's night; and Annie mulls her future plans.

Saturday, June 19, 2010

June 19, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"World Cup Soccer:Cameroon vs. Denmark" Today at 2 on ABC. Cameroon vs. Denmark in a first-round game in Pretoria, South Africa.

"A Sunjay Gupta M.D. Special: Dads for My Daughters" Tonight at 8 on CNN. The story of Bruce Feiler ("Council of Dads"), who was diagnosed with an aggressive bone cancer in 2008. Fearful that he might die, he recruited six friends to fill the void that his absence would have in the lives of his young daughters.

"Paradise or Bust" Tonight at 8 on National Geographic. This series follows the founders of Tribewanted, an innovative eco-tourist experience on an island in Fiji, where visitors get to live alongside an indigenous tribe. In the premiere, Ben Keene struggles to get the community up and running, but there's no power, no shelter and no sanitation.

"Man vs. Wild" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. Bear reflects on his Top 25 moments from the series.

"Dad's Home" Tonight at 9 on Hallmark. After years of hiring housekeepers to run his home, a single advertising executive (David James Elliott) loses his job and becomes a stay-at-home dad. His new role gives him a different perspective on his family, but a tempting job offer threatens to lead him back to his old workaholic ways. Directed by Bradford May.

"Michael Jackson's This Is It" Tonight at 9 on Starz. A behind-the-scenes look at Michael Jackson rehearsing for This Is It, the sold-out tour that would never come to fruition after his tragic death in 2009.

"Unwrapped" Tonight at 10 on Food. The making of Ben & Jerry's ice cream; Signature Brands sprinkles; and Blue Bunny chocolate ice-cream cones.

Friday, June 18, 2010

June 18, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"World Cup Soccer:Slovenia vs. U.S." This morning at 9:30 on ESPN. Slovenia vs. U.S. in a first-round game in Johannesburg.

"Miley Cyrus in London: Live at the O2" Tonight at 8 on ABC. Miley Cyrus performs at O2 Arena in London. Songs include "7 Things," "The Climb" and "Party in the U.S.A."

"Medium" Tonight at 8 on CBS. A bounce back in time to Allison and Joe's wedding finds the couple prepping for their special day---and Allison facing up to the ever-expanding powers of her paranormal gift. Bruce Gray and Kathy Baker return in their roles as Joe's parents. David Paymer directed the episode.

"Big Time Rush" Tonight at 8 on Nickelodeon. Jordin Sparks works on a song with Gustavo, and the guys are warned to keep their distance from her so they won't bring her bad luck.

"Supernatural" Tonight at 9 on The CW. Citizens of a small town are being killed by dead icons, such as Abraham Lincoln, and by infamous objects, like James Dean's car. Later, two teens claim a friend was kidnapped by Paris Hilton (appearing as herself).

"Discovery Saved My Life" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. Profiling six survivors of deadly situations who credit tips they picked up from Discovery Channel shows for their favorable outcomes.

"Crossroads" Tonight at 10 on CMT. John Mayer and Keith Urban perform each other's songs together and discuss musical common ground.

Thursday, June 17, 2010

June 17, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"U.S. Open Golf:First-round play" Today at 1 on ESPN and today at 3 on NBC. First-round play at Pebble Beach (Cal.) Golf Links. This is the 110th edition and the fourth on this famed course, where Tiger Woods won by a record 15 strokes in 2000. Masters champ Phil Mickelson has been runner-up five times in the U.S. Open but never won.

"World Cup Soccer:France vs. Mexico" Today at 2 on ESPN2. France vs. Mexico in a first-round game in Polokwane, South Africa.

"World Music Awards" Tonight at 8 on MyNetworkTV. Actresses Hayden Panettiere and Michelle Rodriguez host the annual gala honoring the world's best-selling recording artists. Performers include Jennifer Lopez; Andrea Bocelli; Ludacris; will.i.am; Akon; the Scorpions; and DJ David Guetta. Filmed May 18, 2010, in Monte Carlo.

"So You Think You Can Dance" Tonight at 9 on Fox. One of the Top 11 dancers is eliminated. Also: Usher sings "OMG"; and dance duo Karine Plantadit and Keith Roberts perform.

"The Mentalist" Tonight at 10 on CBS. The team investigates the claim that a wealthy man was killed by a ghost that haunted his mansion. Victoria Abner: Frances Fisher.

"Penn & Teller: Bull!" Tonight at 10 on Showtime. The guys give viewers something to chew on when they order up some fast food.

"Royal Pains" Tonight at 10 on USA. A movie star (wrestler Big Show) collapses and learns what's ailing him is rooted in the thing that has made him famous. Meanwhile, Eddie shares the news that he's staying in the Hamptons.

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

June 16, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"TV's Greatest Surprises: A Paley Center for Media Special" Tonight at 8 on CBS. Jeff Probst counts down TV's 30 biggest surprises, and the memorable moments are commented on by the stars and producers who were involved, including Tina Fey, Ellen DeGeneres, Howie Mandel, Arsenio Hall, Whoopi Goldberg, Julie Chen and Regis Philbin.

"Top Chef: Washington D.C." Tonight at 9 on Bravo. The premiere of Season 7 is served up, with 17 new culinary artisans infiltrating the nation's capital. In their first elimination challenge, they must prepare food fare that best represents themselves and their home region. Chef Eric Ripert is a new series judge.

"MythBusters Top 25 Moments" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. Adam, Jamie and the gang reflect on the series' Top 25 moments.

"Fabulous Beekman Boys" Tonight at 9 on Plan. Green. Josh Kilmer-Purcell and Brent Ridge purchase a farm in upstate New York in a bid to launch an organic lifestyle brand in the opener of the reality series.

"30 for 30" Tonight at 10 on ESPN. "June 17, 1994" recalls O.J. Simpson's infamous car chase and other sports events that took place that Friday, such as the New York Rangers' victory parade; the Knicks-Rockets NBA Finals; the kickoff of the U.S.-hosted World Cup; and Arnold Palmer's last round at the U.S. Open. Directed by Brett Morgen.

"Hot in Cleveland" Tonight at 10 on TV Land. In the premiere of this comedy, three women (Valerie Bertinelli, Jane Leeves, Wendie Malick) from L.A. on their way to Paris make an emergency landing in Cleveland. They decide to stick around and rent a house with an elderly caretaker (Betty White).

"In Plain Sight" Tonight at 10 on USA. Mary helps her latest witness, a homeless man who's struggling with the program, find his birth parents. But the search could cause more problems than she anticipated. Elsewhere, Scott asks to borrow more money, raising a red flag for Brandi.

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

June 15, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"World Cup Soccer:Brazil vs. North Korea" Today at 2 on ESPN. Brazil vs. North Korea in a first-round game in Johannesburg.

"Hell's Kitchen" Tonight at 8:15 on Fox. The teams serve lunch to USC's Marching Band and Song Girls, and a red-team member gets burned at dinner service before one chef is asked to leave. Another goes home after a second challenge (using ingredients based on rolls of dice) and dinner service.

"Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List" Tonight at 9 on Bravo. The sixth season of D-list queen Kathy Griffin's celeb-reality series opens with Kathy being cast in a role on "Law & Order: SVU." But Kathy's overwhelmed and nervous about the part, so she calls on Liza Minnelli for acting advice.

"The New Recruits" Tonight at 10 on PBS. Three business students with the Acumen Fund Fellows Program learn to use free-market principles to foment social change by working with startups that offer drip irrigation in Pakistan, LED lights in India and a toilet service in Kenya. Rainn Wilson narrates.

"Double Exposure" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. The focus is on fashion-photography duo and former couple Markus Klinko and Indrani in this unscripted series, which chronicles the two working on celebrity shoots and high-fashion pictorials. First up: a shoot with rapper-actress Eve results in fiery outbursts when an unauthorized photographer infiltrates the set; the couple's past romance creates tension; and a fear of heights impacts a job.

"The Good Wife" Tonight at 10:17 on CBS. Alicia discovers evidence that a juror may have been bribed with $35,000 in a class-action lawsuit against a major pharmaceutical company. Alicia's client was paralyzed after taking one of the company's drugs. Meanwhile, Peter's lawyer tries to get Alicia to help in her husband's defense and attempts to bribe her with gifts.

Monday, June 14, 2010

June 14, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"World Cup Soccer:Italy vs. Paraguay" Today at 2 on ESPN. Italy vs. Paraguay in a first-round game in Cape Town, South Africa.

"The Bachelorette" Tonight at 8 on ABC. Ali and her 11 suitors begin an around-the-world trip in New York, where she poses for InStyle magazine and takes seven guys to meet Thomas Schumacher, producer of Broadway's "The Lion King." One-on-one dates include a private Joshua Radin concert, and a helicopter tour and nighttime visit to the Museum of Natural History. Meanwhile, one bachelor decides to become Ali's protector and another discloses a personal secret. And before the tour heads to its next stop, Ali sends two home.

"Secret Life of the American Teenager" Tonight at 8 on ABC Family. Amy gets into a music program in New York City, but she worries the faraway location will make it impossible for her to attend. Meanwhile, Jack searches for a new place to call home; Ashley helps Adrian cope with morning sickness; and Ricky confronts Adrian about the rumor that she's pregnant.

"For Neda" Tonight at 9 on HBO. Shohreh Aghdashloo narrates this profile of Neda Agha-Soltan, an Iranian woman who became an international symbol of freedom after she was killed on camera during a protest against the results of her nation's 2009 presidential election. The film also chronicles the events preceding the election and the worldwide efforts to transmit images of the protests, and includes interviews with Neda's family, journalists, educators and human-rights activists. Directed by Antony Thomas.

"The Big Bang Theory" Tonight at 9:31 on CBS. Sheldon helps Koothrappali pick up women at a university mixer; and Leonard is shocked to learn that Penny believes in psychics. Abby: Danica McKellar.

"Saving Grace" Tonight at 10 on TNT. The aftermath of a tragic event leaves Grace wracked with guilt. Meanwhile, the team investigates a beheading, and Capt. Perry delivers big news.

"Warren the Ape" Tonight at 10:32 on MTV. Warren the Ape sabotages a rival in an attempt to land a much-needed role in a commercial in the premiere of the scripted comedy about a washed-up D-list puppet actor, who's the star of his own reality show.

Sunday, June 13, 2010

June 13, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"World Cup Soccer:Australia vs. Germany" Today at 2 on ABC. Germany vs. Australia in a first-round game in Durban, South Africa.

"Tony Awards" Tonight at 8 on CBS. Tony nominee Sean Hayes ("Promises, Promises") hosts the 64th annual celebration of Broadway's finest from Radio City Music Hall. Musicals "Fela!" and "La Cage aux Folles" lead all shows with 11 nominations each, followed by the revival of drama "Fences" with 10 nods, including one for star Denzel Washington.

"True Blood" Tonight at 9 on HBO. In the third-season premiere, Sookie gets little cooperation from Eric in her frantic search for a missing Bill. Meanwhile, Andy persuades Jason to keep quiet about Eggs' death, which leaves Tara beside herself with grief and Lafayette with the difficult task of consoling his cousin.

"Breaking Bad" Tonight at 10 on AMC. Jesse goes on the lam in the third-season finale. But Mike is right on his heels, so Walt works a deal with Gus and comes up with an unsettling plan that might help guarantee both his and Jesse's safety.

"HGTV Design Star" Tonight at 10 on HGTV. Season 5 begins as the competition moves back to New York. During the first challenge, the 12 hopefuls create white-box bedrooms inspired by the personality of another designer. They must obtain supplies at an Asian market with just $500.

"Army Wives" Tonight at 10 on Lifetime. Six months into the future, the Sherwoods await a new child; Pamela lives off base and faces financial problems; Claudia Joy struggles at law school; Roland tries to reconnect with his emotionally distant wife; and Roxy thinks her fertility issues are resolved.

"Storytellers" Tonight at 10 on MTV and VH1. Christina Aguilera performs songs from the CD "Bionic" and previous hits, answers fans' questions and discusses her music.

Saturday, June 12, 2010

June 12, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"World Cup Soccer:England vs. U.S." Today at 1:30 on ABC. England vs. U.S. in a first-round game in Rustenburg, South Africa.

"America's Most Wanted" Tonight at 9 on Fox. A salute to U.S. Army sergeants Kimberly Munley and Mark Todd, who took down the Fort Hood shooter, Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan, in November 2009. Featured fugitives include Paul Winklebleck, a convicted sex offender on the run from a March 2010 sexual-assault charge in Oregon; and Ramon and Janet Barreto of New Albany, Miss., wanted for manslaughter in the 2008 death of their Guatemalan-born 2-year-old adopted daughter---one of eight the couple adopted. They're also charged with child endangerment.

"Adventureland" Tonight at 9 on Showtime. When James (Jesse Eisenberg) learns that his parents will not be sending him to Europe the summer after his college graduation, he spends those months working a minimum-wage job at an amusement park. Although he's miserable dealing with the stupid customers and bratty kids, he falls in love with one of his coworkers, Em (Kristen Stewart). Greg Mottola directed.

"Stonehenge Apocalypse" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. A radio talk-show host (Misha Collins) tries to warn the world about cataclysms spurred by the titular ancient monument.

"Robert Klein: Unfair and Unbalanced" Tonight at 10 on HBO. Comedian Robert Klein performs in Fort Lauderdale at the Amaturo Theater with the Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra. Topics include Washington, D.C.-style politics; love scenes on film; and strange marketing techniques. Also: musical numbers about Barack Obama and gay marriage.

"Twilight" Tonight at 11 on Showtime. Stephenie Meyer's romantic and suspenseful best seller that started the phenomenon comes to life in this action-packed chronicle of the modern-day love story between a teenage girl and a vampire. Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson star. Billy Burke, Peter Facinelli, Elizabeth Reaser. Directed by Catherine Hardwicke.

Friday, June 11, 2010

June 11, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"World Cup Soccer:Mexico at South Africa" This morning at 9:30 on ESPN. Mexico at South Africa in a first-round game in Johannesburg.

"World Cup Kickoff Celebration Concert" Tonight at 8 on ABC. Among those performing in Johannesburg on the eve of soccer's World Cup are Alicia Keys; the Black Eyed Peas; John Legend; Shakira; Juanes; and a collection of popular African artists, including jazz musician Hugh Masekela.

"Friday Night Lights" Tonight at 8 on NBC. Julie and Matt go to a concert and end up making a decision about their relationship. Elsewhere, Riggins and Lyla reunite; Vince uncovers a new talent; and Eric tries to devise a game plan for facing a tough team.

"Stargate Universe" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. Conclusion. A hostage crisis unfolds following an attempt by the Lucian Alliance to seize Destiny, which starts to have ship-wide power fluctuations and blackouts due to its proximity to a binary pulsar in the first-season finale.

"Real Time With Bill Maher" Tonight at 10 on HBO. Queen Noor of Jordan and filmmaker Oliver Stone are interview guests. Panelists: former senator Bill Frist; MSNBC's Rachel Maddow; Newsweek's Jon Meacham.

"Whitest Kids U' Know" Tonight at 10 on IFC. Sketches include "Grandma's Cookies," "My Mouth Stuck Open" and "Alien Autopsy" in the fourth-season premiere.

"Glenn Martin, DDS" Tonight at 10:30 on Nickelodeon. Season 2 opener: Glenn books a spa weekend for himself and Jackie, but the romantic setup is just a cover for a hidden-camera reality show that tries to break up couples. Elsewhere, Grandpa Whitey (voice of Don Johnson) gives Conor hunting lessons. Bret Michaels and Howie Mandel have voice cameos as themselves.

Thursday, June 10, 2010

June 10, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"Jimmy Kimmel Live: Game Night" Tonight at 8 on ABC. Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, Kevin James, David Spade and Rob Schneider ("Grown Ups").

"NBA Finals:Game 4: Lakers at Celtics" Tonight at 9 on ABC. Los Angeles Lakers at Boston in Game 4 of the championship series.

"So You Think You Can Dance" Tonight at 9 on Fox. The Top 10 dancers are introduced.

"Modern Marvels" Tonight at 9 on History. The U.S. Library of Congress is explored. Included: secret vaults with more than 600 miles of shelves; George Washington's handwritten diaries; and the original film of the 1931 movie "Frankenstein." Also: how the contents are cataloged and preserved.

"Bethenny Getting Married?" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. A reality spin-off centering on "The Real Housewives of New York City" star Bethenny Frankel as she tries to balance her career, her upcoming nuptials and the arrival of her baby. First up: Bethenny is enlisted to walk in a fashion show. Meanwhile, she sets out to hire a new assistant, and her fiancé, Jason Hoppy, draws up plans for a housewarming party.

"Green Room With Paul Provenza" Tonight at 10:30 on Showtime. Drew Carey, Reginald D. Hunter, Eddie Izzard and Larry Miller are the guests in the first episode of this roundtable-discussion series featuring comedians as panelists.

"Late Night Liars" Tonight at 11 on GSN. Human contestants try to get the truth out of a panel of inebriated, prevaricating puppets from Henson Alternative, the adult-oriented division of the Jim Henson Company.

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

June 9, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"Stanley Cup Finals:Game 6: Blackhawks at Flyers" Tonight at 8 on NBC. Chicago at Philadelphia in Game 6 of the championship series.

"CMT Music Awards" Tonight at 8 on CMT. Kid Rock hosts the ninth annual event. Slated performers include Toby Keith, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood and Keith Urban.

"Babe" Tonight at 8:45 on HBO Family. Touching, inventive fable about a pig whose charm and intelligence help him earn the respect of barnyard animals on a farm. James Cromwell, Magda Szubanski. Voices...Babe: Christine Cavanaugh. Fly: Miriam Margolyes. Ferdinand: Danny Mann. Chris Noonan directed.

"CSI: NY" Tonight at 10 on CBS. A reformed drug addict is discovered dead in an alley, and the evidence suggests he was murdered by being run over with a car. The investigation reveals the vehicle belongs to another recovered addict (Pat Monahan) and that the car may have been involved in a previous addict's death. The band Train appear and perform. Kim Kardashian guest stars.

"Top Chef Masters" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. In the Season 2 finale, the final three master chefs must seal the deal with a scrumptious meal, after which the winner is revealed.

"How'd You Get So Rich?" Tonight at 10 on TV Land. The second-season finale features five multimillionaires, including an event planner for celebrities; a couple with the ultimate party house; a decorator with a $40 million collection of art and antiques; and a man who invented home-safety kits to detect mold.

"Bridal Bootcamp" Tonight at 10 on VH1. Brides-to-be compete to shape up for their big day. In the series opener, two brides go to war with each other; two brides go to the hospital; and one team establishes an early lead.

"Work of Art: The Next Great Artist" Tonight at 11 on Bravo. An arty reality series tracking 14 rising artists as they compete for a solo gallery show and a cash prize. First up: The players create artwork that best represents the spirit of a fellow contestant. China Chow hosts; Simon de Pury is the artists' mentor; and Bill Powers, Jerry Saltz and Jeanne Greenberg Rohatyn serve as the judges.

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

June 8, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"Pretty Little Liars" Tonight at 8 on ABC Family. The series premiere of a drama about four estranged friends reuniting because of mysterious messages that suggest their missing friend is watching them. First up: Each girl receives a message about a personal secret she wants no one else to know. Among those secrets: a father's affair; some shoplifting charges; an attraction to a sister's fiancé; and an attraction to a female neighbor.

"Glee" Tonight at 8:59 on Fox. Season 1 finale: Regionals are looming and Sue is scheming, jeopardizing the glee kids' chances once again. Meanwhile, Quinn has a life-changing event. Olivia Newton-John and Josh Groban have cameos as themselves.

"NBA Finals:Game 3: Lakers at Celtics" Tonight at 9 on ABC. Los Angeles Lakers at Boston in Game 3 of the championship series.

"Kathy Griffin Does the Bible Belt" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. The celeb-skewering D-lister performs stand-up at the Tennessee Theatre in Knoxville, firing off comedic barbs at hoarders, Sharon Stone and Oprah Winfrey.

"Justified" Tonight at 10 on FX. Season 1 finale: The worlds of Raylan, Boyd and Bo Crowder meet head-on in the wake of Boyd's attack on Bo's drug shipment.

"Super Secret Celebrity Weddings" Tonight at 10 on WE tv. A look at the lengths celebrities go to in order to keep their nuptials private. Included: Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon's wedding, which appeared to be an elaborate music video; an altercation at Gisele Bündchen and Tom Brady's ceremony.

"Downtown Girls" Tonight at 11 on MTV. Shallon's pals are sick of seeing her date bad boys, so they decide to interview eligible bachelors, hoping to hook her up with a keeper. Meanwhile, the girls help Nikki throw a party at her boutique.

Monday, June 7, 2010

June 7, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"The Bachelorette" Tonight at 8 on ABC. Fourteen bachelors remain, nine of whom accompany Ali to a Barenaked Ladies performance (and are cast in one of the band's videos). Two guys get one-on-one dates, and for one it's a tightrope-walk (literally) in downtown L.A. A front-runner emerges at a rooftop party, and one guy surprises Ali at her house before three are sent home at the rose ceremony.

"Lie to Me" Tonight at 8 on Fox. Cal suspects that a charming psychology graduate student is a murderous psychopath, but the young man's teacher (who has a history with Cal) is protecting him. Meanwhile, Loker and Torres probe a claim by a teacher (Howard Hesseman) that he saw a UFO .

"Last Comic Standing" Tonight at 8 on NBC. Season 7 of the star search for America's funniest comic kicks off with auditions and a comedy showcase in Los Angeles. Craig Robinson ("The Office") is the new host. Andy Kindler, Natasha Leggero and Greg Giraldo serve as talent scouts and judges.

"Cake Boss" Tonight at 9 on TLC. Buddy makes a cake for the Coney Island Polar Bear Club, and later, he's invited to take a winter swim with them. Also: Buddy's youngest son wants an ice-cream cake for his birthday.

"2010 Hip Hop Honors" Tonight at 9 on VH1. The seventh annual gala pays tribute to the Dirty South. Performers include Bun B, Lil Jon, Paul Wall, T-Pain, Trina and Pitbull. Craig Robinson is the host.

"Persons Unknown" Tonight at 10 on NBC. Seven strangers are abducted and taken to a deserted town in the premiere of this mystery-drama series. After assessing their situation, the group discover that security cameras are perched throughout the town and an escape won't come easily. Meanwhile, one member of the group (Daisy Betts) receives a fortune-cookie message encouraging her to kill someone in order to gain freedom.

"Nurse Jackie" Tonight at 10 on Showtime. In the second-season finale, Jackie's back at work after an aborted family vacation, and her indiscretions have put her at odds with her family, friends and coworkers. And the drug dealer she ripped off is now seeking revenge.

"Neighbors From Hell" Tonight at 10 on TBS. An animated comedy about a family from hell---literally. First up: The devilish Hellmans are sent to Earth and pose as a suburban family in Texas. Their mission: to stop humans from drilling into their hellish realm.

Sunday, June 6, 2010

June 6, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"NBA Finals:Game 2: Celtics at Lakers" Tonight at 8 on ABC. Boston at Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2 of the championship series.

"Next Food Network Star" Tonight at 9 on Food. Twelve hopefuls arrive in Los Angeles and begin vying for their own cooking show in the Season 6 premiere. The first on-camera test has each competitor preparing a meal that best represents who they are. Later, they're tasked with creating a power lunch for celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck.

"Ice Road Truckers" Tonight at 9 on History. In the fourth-season opener, Hugh, Alex, Jack and Lisa return and welcome two new truckers: Ray, who owned his own trucking company, and Greg, who is the youngest driver. Also: A driver faces a road-closing wreck; and rookie Ray gets a cold welcome from the Atigun Pass.

"Drop Dead Diva" Tonight at 9 on Lifetime. Season 2 opens with Jane dreaming about working with Paula Abdul at a food court and performing a musical number. In real life, Jane's facing disbarment, with Tony representing her in court. Things go from bad to worse when Kim testifies against Jane.

"2010 MTV Movie Awards" Tonight at 9 on MTV. Aziz Ansari hosts the 19th annual bash at the Gibson Amphitheatre in Los Angeles. "The Hangover" leads the pack with six nominations, followed by "New Moon" and "Avatar" with five nods each. Christina Aguilera is scheduled to perform her single "Not Myself Tonight." Presenters include Zac Efron; Bradley Cooper; Cameron Diaz; Jonah Hill; Tom Cruise; Shaun White; and Russell Brand.

"Kate Plus 8" Tonight at 9 on TLC. Kate Gosselin celebrates the sextuplets' sixth birthday in the premiere of the series that follows busy mom and her supersized brood after her divorce from Jon.

"Breaking Bad" Tonight at 10 on AMC. Jesse ignores Walt's advice and finds himself in a dangerous situation. Fearing for Jesse's safety, Walt takes drastic measures to try to put things right. And tragedy strikes following an unexpected confrontation.

Saturday, June 5, 2010

June 5, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"Belmont Stakes:From Belmont Park" Today at 5:30 on ABC. Kentucky Derby runner-up Ice Box joins Fly Down as a solid duo for trainer Nick Zito in the 142nd running of this mile-and-a-half test at New York's Belmont Park. Also expected are Preakness runner-up First Dude and the Bob Baffert-trained Game on Dude. Derby-winning jockey Calvin Borel rides Dave in Dixie.

"Toy Story" Tonight at 7 on ABC Family. Computer-animated tale of a rivalry between two dolls: a cowboy named Woody (voice of Tom Hanks) and space ranger Buzz Lightyear (voice of Tim Allen). Other voices...Mr. Potato Head: Don Rickles. Slinky Dog: Jim Varney. Rex: Wallace Shawn. Hamm: John Ratzenberger. Bo Peep: Annie Potts. Andy: John Morris. Sid: Erik Von Detten. John Lasseter directed.

"Doctor Who" Tonight at 9 on BBC Amer. Amy faces a terrible choice when the Doctor reappears in her life after a five-year hiatus.

"Freshman Father" Tonight at 9 on Hallmark. A Harvard University freshman (Drew Seeley) becomes a single dad and must learn to balance fatherhood with his studies. Helping him along the way is a friendly psychic (Annie Potts), but the school's dean (Kim Zimmer) is less supportive and threatens to withdraw his scholarship. Directed by Michael M. Scott.

"District 9" Tonight at 9 on Starz. A private firm houses extraterrestrial refugees in a South African internment camp, where a field operative (Sharlto Copley) is exposed to alien biotechnology. Directed by Neill Blomkamp.

"Princess of Mars" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. A U.S. soldier is mysteriously transported to Mars during a war between two alien races in this adaptation of the Edgar Rice Burroughs novel, "A Princess of Mars."

Friday, June 4, 2010

June 4, 2010 *spoiler alerts*

"Good Morning America" This morning at 7 on ABC. Diddy and Dirty Money perform in the Summer Concert Series in New York's Central Park. Also: tips on summer products from Mandy Walker of Consumer Reports; a recipe by chef Emeril Lagasse.

"Today" This morning at 7 on NBC. Jonah Hill and Elisabeth Moss; Amy Wilson ("When Did I Get Like This?"). Also: a performance by Justin Bieber; hairstyling tricks; going paperless.

"National Spelling Bee" Tonight at 8 on ABC. The championship rounds of the 83rd annual event in Washington, D.C. The competition began with a record 274 spellers aged 8 to 15. Last year's winner was Kavya Shivashankar from Kansas, who won spelling the word "Laodicean."

"Whale Wars" Tonight at 9 on Animal Planet. The third season opens with Captain Watson leading three ships out of different ports on a campaign against illegal whaling in the Antarctic.

"Stargate Universe" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. Part 1 of 2. Col. Telford reveals a threat to the Destiny from the Lucian Alliance, prompting Gen. O'Neill to launch a preemptive attack on the foes' base.

"Hal Sparks: Charmageddon" Tonight at 10 on Showtime. Actor-comedian Hal Sparks performs a stand-up set from the OC Pavilion in Santa Ana, Cal., where he beefs about America's sacred cows, challenges the idea that men and women are different and riffs on people from rural areas and non-smokers.

"Party Down" Tonight at 10 on Starz. At the annual company picnic, Ron angles for a position at the head office, Casey puts her best foot forward in an effort to excel at all of the competitive events and Roman and Kyle get into it with their archrivals at Val Halla catering.

Thursday, June 3, 2010

June 3, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"So You Think You Can Dance" Tonight at 8 on Fox. The fifth and sixth rounds of auditions are followed by the first round of Las Vegas callbacks.

"NBA Finals:Game 1: Celtics at Lakers" Tonight at 9 on ABC. Boston at Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1. The defending-champion Lakers bring an 8-0 postseason home record into their 12th championship series against Boston, which improved to 9-2 against L.A. in the Finals with a six-game win in 2008.

"Moonlight" Tonight at 9 on The CW. Mick probes the vampire-like murder of a college student and reconnects with a woman (Sophia Myles) from his past, who is now an investigative reporter. It's soon learned that the victim was taking an ancient mythologies class taught by a man who claims he's a vampire.

"Burn Notice" Tonight at 9 on USA. A lawyer needs protection from a ruthless biker gang in the Season 4 premiere. Meanwhile, Michael attempts to thwart a terrorist threat and must join forces with an unexpected partner.

"Real Housewives of New York City" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. Season 3 closes on the well-pampered Big Apple ladies with Jill and Bethenny at long last trying to end their feud. Meanwhile, LuAnn performs her single at a record-release party---but the wives are more interested in her new French boyfriend. Finally, the gang gathers to witness Ramona renewing her vows with Mario.

"Modern Marvels" Tonight at 10 on History. Entrance and exit technology is discussed. Included: the unusually tall doors at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral; bulletproof doors; revolving doors and turnstiles; the airlock into a level-four biohazard lab; bank vaults accessed by robots; aviation entries and exits; and entry ways at the Winchester Mystery House in San Jose.

"Royal Pains" Tonight at 10 on USA. In the Season 2 premiere, an inventor's son tries to break free from his father, but his methods prove dangerous. Elsewhere, Jill's mentor tries to have her fired. Marcia Gay Harden guest stars.

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

June 2, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"MythBusters" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. Adam and Jamie play with fire while Kari, Grant and Tory experiment with fireworks.

"Ghost Hunters Academy" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. Eight new cadets vie for one opening on TAPS, but one contestant prefers to work alone during a probe of Waverly Hills Sanatorium in Louisville.

"Are We There Yet?" Tonight at 9 on TBS. A newlywed couple (Terry Crews, Essence Atkins) with two children face various blended-family obstacles in this sitcom based on the 2005 film of the same name. First up: Nick comes to believe that the kids don't love him; Suzanne updates her name, complete with a hyphen. Rapper-actor Ice Cube, star of the film, serves as an executive producer.

"Top Chef Masters" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. Humor is served up when the four remaining culinary standouts travel to the Groundlings improv-comedy club. They must then display their improvisational flair to create dishes based on three words.

"Toddlers & Tiaras" Tonight at 10 on TLC. The Season 3 opener follows young hopefuls at the Le Maison de Paris pageant.

"In Plain Sight" Tonight at 10 on USA. A woman wants to escape from her family, who are heavily involved in organized crime, but a secret from her past puts her eligibility for witness protection in jeopardy. In the face of these obstacles, she turns to Mary for help. Laura San Giacomo guest stars.

"Tosh.0" Tonight at 10:30 on Comedy Central. Web Redemption for a larper, or live-action role player, known for his "lightning bolts"; a marijuana convention in Los Angeles.

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

June 1, 2010 *spoiler alert*

"Wipeout" Tonight at 8 on ABC. In a sneak preview of the third season, 12 single men and 12 single women tackle the obstacle course on a first date for a chance at a $100,000 prize. Obstacles include Overdrive, Bruiseball and Love Handles Fling Set.

"Hell's Kitchen" Tonight at 8 on Fox. Season 7 opener: The 16 chefs vying for a slot in chef Gordon Ramsay's restaurant in a London hotel are introduced, split into teams (men vs. women) and, for their first challenge, must prepare their signature dishes. Then comes dinner service. Chef Ramsay guarantees that it will be completed, and that means even more pressure than usual for the contestants, one of whom is eliminated.

"America's Got Talent" Tonight at 8 on NBC. The talent contest opens its fifth season with open auditions in Los Angeles. New judge Howie Mandel replaces David Hasselhoff and joins the arbiters' table with returnees Piers Morgan and Sharon Osbourne.

"Life Unexpected" Tonight at 9 on The CW. In the series opener, teenage Lux (Britt Robertson) attempts to leave the foster-care system and become an emancipated minor. She locates her birth parents (Shiri Appleby and Kristoffer Polaha) for the first time, then winds up in their custody. Ryan Thomas: Kerr Smith.

"Losing It With Jillian" Tonight at 10 on NBC. Trainer Jillian Michaels moves in with a Massachusetts family to help them change their unhealthy lifestyles in the premiere of this reality series. One member of the family had gastric-bypass surgery but has regained the weight, and another is planning to go under the knife for the same procedure. While working to change their fitness and nutrition habits, Jillian discovers an upsetting issue from the past that could play a role in the family's health woes.

"Justified" Tonight at 10 on FX. With Bo Crowder's meth operation ramping up, Art and Raylan try to enlist Arlo to infiltrate his gang. Boyd Crowder doesn't approve of his father's business, either. And Ava has a grudge of her own against Bo.

"Law & Order: Criminal Intent" Tonight at 10 on USA. A new murder fits the style of a serial killer who was executed months earlier. Stevens must figure out if the killing is a copycat crime or if she helped convict an innocent man. Lorraine Bracco guest stars.