"Wipeout" Tonight at 8:15 on ABC. It's ladies night, and 24 women face obstacles including Plank in the Face, Beauty Bar and Trampoline Sweeper.
"Make It or Break It" Tonight at 9 on ABC Family. Ellen Beals tries to prevent the girls from making the U.S. World team. Meanwhile, Lauren attempts to ignore news about her mom; and Kaylie copes with the effects of her eating disorder. Gymnastics coach Bela Karolyi guest stars as Sasha's father.
"Warehouse 13" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. The team seeks a murderer in Russia who is using artifacts from Artie's past to kill, but H.G.'s offer to help complicates matters. Meanwhile, Claudia snoops into Todd's past and uncovers some disturbing information.
"19 Kids and Counting" Tonight at 9 on TLC. Josie finally reunites with her 18 siblings at their home in Northwest Arkansas. But first, the family must pack up their temporary home and say good-bye to Little Rock.
"Glee" Tonight at 9:15 on Fox. Will responds to a rumor about the glee kids that has spread around McKinley High. Meanwhile, Sue is embarrassed by a video of her performing the Olivia Newton-John song "Physical." Newton-John has a cameo as herself.
"Shaq Vs." Tonight at 9:16 on ABC. In the second-season finale, Shaq performs onstage in Orlando as he competes in a dance challenge with pop star Justin Bieber. The big man also attempts to beat Jimmy Kimmel in a monologue faceoff on the comedian's late-night program.
"Rescue Me" Tonight at 10 on FX. Season 6 finale: Tommy and Sheila try to adjust to life after Damien's accident. Tommy also struggles to budget his time. Meanwhile, Sean and Mike finally get a memorial to firefighter Pat Mahoney, and the guys find a new pickup ploy.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Monday, August 30, 2010
August 30, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"U.S. Open Tennis:Early-round play" Today at 1 on ESPN2. Early-round play in Flushing, N.Y.
"Bachelor Pad" Tonight at 8 on ABC. The 13 remaining contestants face an emotionally challenging test. Meanwhile, there's a fantasy date, and a couple "takes flight." Also: The "Dancing With the Stars" contestant lineup for fall 2010 is announced during the show.
"The Closer" Tonight at 9 on TNT. Brenda investigates the shooting deaths of three soldiers who had just returned from Afghanistan. With national-security issues surrounding the case, Brenda finds herself in an investigative tug-of-war with a military officer (Gary Cole).
"Huge" Tonight at 9 on ABC Family. Conclusion. A surprising romance unfolds between two campers as parents weekend continues.
"Real Housewives of New Jersey" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. Part 1 of a two-part reunion edition features reassembled Jersey girls Teresa, Caroline, Jacqueline and Danielle dissing and dishing about Season 2's panorama of mama dramas.
"Dance Your Ass Off" Tonight at 10 on Oxygen. In the conclusion of the two-part Season 2 finale, choreographer Dave Scott is on hand to help evaluate the finale showdown, after which a winner is named. The prize: $100,000.
"Weeds" Tonight at 10 on Showtime. With the Botwins keeping things low-key while on the run in Washington, Nancy, Andy and Silas take under-the-table jobs at a tony Seattle hotel. In an attempt to get back into the canna-biz, Nancy makes a connection with a no-nonsense supplier (Linda Hamilton). Meanwhile, killer-on-the-loose Shane babysits Stevie, and Doug heads back to Ren Mar and a surprise welcoming committee.
"Bachelor Pad" Tonight at 8 on ABC. The 13 remaining contestants face an emotionally challenging test. Meanwhile, there's a fantasy date, and a couple "takes flight." Also: The "Dancing With the Stars" contestant lineup for fall 2010 is announced during the show.
"The Closer" Tonight at 9 on TNT. Brenda investigates the shooting deaths of three soldiers who had just returned from Afghanistan. With national-security issues surrounding the case, Brenda finds herself in an investigative tug-of-war with a military officer (Gary Cole).
"Huge" Tonight at 9 on ABC Family. Conclusion. A surprising romance unfolds between two campers as parents weekend continues.
"Real Housewives of New Jersey" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. Part 1 of a two-part reunion edition features reassembled Jersey girls Teresa, Caroline, Jacqueline and Danielle dissing and dishing about Season 2's panorama of mama dramas.
"Dance Your Ass Off" Tonight at 10 on Oxygen. In the conclusion of the two-part Season 2 finale, choreographer Dave Scott is on hand to help evaluate the finale showdown, after which a winner is named. The prize: $100,000.
"Weeds" Tonight at 10 on Showtime. With the Botwins keeping things low-key while on the run in Washington, Nancy, Andy and Silas take under-the-table jobs at a tony Seattle hotel. In an attempt to get back into the canna-biz, Nancy makes a connection with a no-nonsense supplier (Linda Hamilton). Meanwhile, killer-on-the-loose Shane babysits Stevie, and Doug heads back to Ren Mar and a surprise welcoming committee.
Sunday, August 29, 2010
August 29, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Little League World Series:Championship game" Today at 3 on ABC. The U.S. champion takes on the winner of the International bracket in the 64th title game in Williamsport, Pa. Last year, a squad from Chula Vista, Cal., beat a team from Chinese Taipei 6-3 to win the title. U.S. teams have won the last five championships.
"62nd Primetime Emmy Awards" Tonight at 8 on NBC. Jimmy Fallon hosts the 62nd annual celebration from the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles. "The Pacific" and "Glee" are the top contenders with 24 and 19 nominations, respectively. George Clooney is honored with the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award.
"Rubicon" Tonight at 9 on AMC. Will receives an unusual and surprising offer from Ingram; Katherine uncovers a link between Tom's death and that of another suicide victim; Maggie agrees to let Craig take Sophie for an evening.
"True Blood" Tonight at 9 on HBO. Eric proceeds with caution in his quest for revenge; Jessica and Hoyt's romance intensifies; Bill's attempt to win back Sookie's trust backfires; Arlene's future depends on divine intervention; Jason struggles to understand Crystal's revelation; Lafayette receives a rude welcome back to reality after a "V" trip.
"Drop Dead Diva" Tonight at 9 on Lifetime. In the Season 2 finale, Jane works a case involving cyber bullying. Elsewhere, Grayson meets Vanessa's parents; Kim takes on a divorce case for Parker's former partner and discovers her client has ulterior motives; Stacy lands a commercial, but Fred grows jealous of the man playing her husband; and a case involving cryogenics has Jane and Grayson thinking about Deb.
"Border Wars" Tonight at 9 on National Geographic. Agents try to identify the body of a young man who drowned while trying to cross the Rio Grande in the Season 2 opener. Later, officers crack down on a human-smuggling operation and raid a safe house containing more than 20 illegal immigrants.
"Entourage" Tonight at 10:30 on HBO. Turtle irks his boss by reaching out to NBA owner Mark Cuban for financial help; Eric's assistant joins the chorus to convince Drama to do Billy Walsh's series; Ari finds out secondhand that Amanda may have beaten him to a business deal; Vince lobbies to get Sasha a role in his new movie to keep her out of an adult film. Directed by Kevin Connolly.
"62nd Primetime Emmy Awards" Tonight at 8 on NBC. Jimmy Fallon hosts the 62nd annual celebration from the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles. "The Pacific" and "Glee" are the top contenders with 24 and 19 nominations, respectively. George Clooney is honored with the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award.
"Rubicon" Tonight at 9 on AMC. Will receives an unusual and surprising offer from Ingram; Katherine uncovers a link between Tom's death and that of another suicide victim; Maggie agrees to let Craig take Sophie for an evening.
"True Blood" Tonight at 9 on HBO. Eric proceeds with caution in his quest for revenge; Jessica and Hoyt's romance intensifies; Bill's attempt to win back Sookie's trust backfires; Arlene's future depends on divine intervention; Jason struggles to understand Crystal's revelation; Lafayette receives a rude welcome back to reality after a "V" trip.
"Drop Dead Diva" Tonight at 9 on Lifetime. In the Season 2 finale, Jane works a case involving cyber bullying. Elsewhere, Grayson meets Vanessa's parents; Kim takes on a divorce case for Parker's former partner and discovers her client has ulterior motives; Stacy lands a commercial, but Fred grows jealous of the man playing her husband; and a case involving cryogenics has Jane and Grayson thinking about Deb.
"Border Wars" Tonight at 9 on National Geographic. Agents try to identify the body of a young man who drowned while trying to cross the Rio Grande in the Season 2 opener. Later, officers crack down on a human-smuggling operation and raid a safe house containing more than 20 illegal immigrants.
"Entourage" Tonight at 10:30 on HBO. Turtle irks his boss by reaching out to NBA owner Mark Cuban for financial help; Eric's assistant joins the chorus to convince Drama to do Billy Walsh's series; Ari finds out secondhand that Amanda may have beaten him to a business deal; Vince lobbies to get Sasha a role in his new movie to keep her out of an adult film. Directed by Kevin Connolly.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
August 28, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Little League World Series:U.S. championship" Today at 4 on ABC. The U.S. title game in Williamsport, Pa. A team from Chula Vista, Cal., defeated a team from San Antonio 12-2 last year to advance to the championship game.
"The Time Traveler's Wife" Tonight at 8 on HBO. Eric Bana and Rachel McAdams star in this dramatic fantasy about a librarian whose genetic disorder causes him to hurtle through time when under extreme duress. Despite this condition, he tries to build a relationship with a young heiress. Based on the best-selling novel by author Audrey Niffenegger.
"Persons Unknown" Tonight at 9 on NBC. In the first-season finale, the abductees escape following a van crash and try to restore normalcy to their lives. Elsewhere, Renbe and Kat's attempt to help Janet leads them to an unexpected reunion.
"Being Human" Tonight at 9 on BBC Amer. Annie gets a job working with a celebrity psychic, and finds a new sense of purpose by helping ghosts resolve their issues with their living relatives. But things take a strange turn when Annie's mom attends one of the psychic's shows.
"The Wish List" Tonight at 9 on Hallmark. A perfectionist (Jennifer Esposito) makes a list of the qualities she's looking for in a mate and soon finds a seemingly ideal guy (Mark Deklin). But she's also drawn to a kooky barista (David Sutcliffe) who encourages her to loosen up and explore her creative side. Directed by Kevin Connor.
"Meteor Apocalypse" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. An enormous meteor explodes in the Earth's atmosphere, raining down deadly debris across the globe. In three days Los Angeles will be destroyed. Now one desperate father embarks on a frantic race to find his wife and daughter before it's too late.
"Shaquille O'Neal Presents: All Star Comedy Jam" Tonight at 11 on Showtime. Actress-comedian Mo'Nique hosts this stand-up showcase, which features sets by Paul Mooney, Mike Epps, George Willborn, Michael Blackson and Corey Holcomb.
"The Time Traveler's Wife" Tonight at 8 on HBO. Eric Bana and Rachel McAdams star in this dramatic fantasy about a librarian whose genetic disorder causes him to hurtle through time when under extreme duress. Despite this condition, he tries to build a relationship with a young heiress. Based on the best-selling novel by author Audrey Niffenegger.
"Persons Unknown" Tonight at 9 on NBC. In the first-season finale, the abductees escape following a van crash and try to restore normalcy to their lives. Elsewhere, Renbe and Kat's attempt to help Janet leads them to an unexpected reunion.
"Being Human" Tonight at 9 on BBC Amer. Annie gets a job working with a celebrity psychic, and finds a new sense of purpose by helping ghosts resolve their issues with their living relatives. But things take a strange turn when Annie's mom attends one of the psychic's shows.
"The Wish List" Tonight at 9 on Hallmark. A perfectionist (Jennifer Esposito) makes a list of the qualities she's looking for in a mate and soon finds a seemingly ideal guy (Mark Deklin). But she's also drawn to a kooky barista (David Sutcliffe) who encourages her to loosen up and explore her creative side. Directed by Kevin Connor.
"Meteor Apocalypse" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. An enormous meteor explodes in the Earth's atmosphere, raining down deadly debris across the globe. In three days Los Angeles will be destroyed. Now one desperate father embarks on a frantic race to find his wife and daughter before it's too late.
"Shaquille O'Neal Presents: All Star Comedy Jam" Tonight at 11 on Showtime. Actress-comedian Mo'Nique hosts this stand-up showcase, which features sets by Paul Mooney, Mike Epps, George Willborn, Michael Blackson and Corey Holcomb.
Friday, August 27, 2010
August 27, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Today" This morning at 7 on NBC. Katy Perry performs; Matt and Al report from New Orleans, interviewing Mitch Landrieu, Michael Brown, Ray Nagin, Laura Bush and Harry Connick Jr. Also: real-estate values; boosting brainpower; "Today's Kitchen."
"NFL Football:Exhibition: Chargers at Saints" Tonight at 8 on CBS. Exhibition: San Diego at New Orleans.
"The Gulf Is Back" Tonight at 8 on The CW. David Hasselhoff hosts a tribute concert honoring Gulf Coast residents who bounced back following the region's 2010 oil spill. Performers include Lonestar, Ricky Skaggs, Taylor Hicks, Bo Bice, Brian McKnight and Terri Clark. Also appearing are B.B. King, Dean Cain and Shannon Elizabeth. Filmed at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi.
"Wizards of Waverly Place" Tonight at 8:30 on Disney. The Russos try to have a magic-free evening while Theresa's brother---who doesn't know the kids are wizards---is visiting.
"Beyond Survival With Les Stroud" Tonight at 10 on Discovery. Les Stroud visits Sri Lanka to participate in a ritual with men who were once believed to be half-human, half-demon in the opener of the series following the "Survivorman" as he communes with indigenous peoples to learn their survival skills.
"The Pillars of the Earth" Tonight at 10 on Starz. In the series finale, Jack's journeys lead to a discovery of how to make Tom Builder's vision of a light-filled cathedral a reality. Elsewhere, the Hamleighs are infuriated that Kingsbridge has once again become a successful and prosperous market center and plan to do something about it; Waleran and Alfred scheme to get rid of Jack, but it may not prove as easy as they thought.
"Blood Dolphins" Tonight at 11 on Animal Planet. A documentary tracking the efforts of father-son activists to put an end to dolphin slaughtering. In the series opener, the pair travel to Taiji, Japan, the site of an annual six-monthlong dolphin hunt.
"NFL Football:Exhibition: Chargers at Saints" Tonight at 8 on CBS. Exhibition: San Diego at New Orleans.
"The Gulf Is Back" Tonight at 8 on The CW. David Hasselhoff hosts a tribute concert honoring Gulf Coast residents who bounced back following the region's 2010 oil spill. Performers include Lonestar, Ricky Skaggs, Taylor Hicks, Bo Bice, Brian McKnight and Terri Clark. Also appearing are B.B. King, Dean Cain and Shannon Elizabeth. Filmed at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi.
"Wizards of Waverly Place" Tonight at 8:30 on Disney. The Russos try to have a magic-free evening while Theresa's brother---who doesn't know the kids are wizards---is visiting.
"Beyond Survival With Les Stroud" Tonight at 10 on Discovery. Les Stroud visits Sri Lanka to participate in a ritual with men who were once believed to be half-human, half-demon in the opener of the series following the "Survivorman" as he communes with indigenous peoples to learn their survival skills.
"The Pillars of the Earth" Tonight at 10 on Starz. In the series finale, Jack's journeys lead to a discovery of how to make Tom Builder's vision of a light-filled cathedral a reality. Elsewhere, the Hamleighs are infuriated that Kingsbridge has once again become a successful and prosperous market center and plan to do something about it; Waleran and Alfred scheme to get rid of Jack, but it may not prove as easy as they thought.
"Blood Dolphins" Tonight at 11 on Animal Planet. A documentary tracking the efforts of father-son activists to put an end to dolphin slaughtering. In the series opener, the pair travel to Taiji, Japan, the site of an annual six-monthlong dolphin hunt.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
August 26, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"NFL Football:Exhibition: Colts at Packers" Tonight at 8 on ESPN. Exhibition: Indianapolis at Green Bay.
"Fringe" Tonight at 9 on Fox. When Olivia and Co. investigate the deaths of passengers on a commuter train, they wonder if a mysterious energy drain onboard has something to do with the powerful and enigmatic Alistair Peck (Peter Weller).
"Biography" Tonight at 9 on BIO. The life of guitar legend Jimi Hendrix is recalled through his own words, taken from excerpts of letters, writings and audio recording. Included: clips from demos, studio recordings and live performances.
"Burn Notice" Tonight at 9 on USA. Michael tries to find a kidnapped girl who was taken by a client of her defense-attorney father's.
"NightlinePrime: Secrets of Your Mind---Why We Do What We Do" Tonight at 10 on ABC. Psychopathic behavior, and how it originates in the brain, is explored by Martin Bashir, who examines the cases of serial killers and also interviews the father of pro wrestler Chris Benoit, who killed his wife and children, and then himself, in 2007. (Neurosurgeon Julian Bailes examined Benoit's brain shortly after his death.)
"Jersey Shore" Tonight at 10 on MTV. Sammi finds the "anonymous" letter from the girls and once again decides she's done with Ronnie. Meanwhile, Mike, Vinny and Pauly try to juggle four girls in one night.
"Royal Pains" Tonight at 10 on USA. A gossiping socialite needs medical treatment, but she takes off before Hank can diagnose her. Elsewhere, Divya is taken off guard by her reaction to Adam's failing health.
"Fringe" Tonight at 9 on Fox. When Olivia and Co. investigate the deaths of passengers on a commuter train, they wonder if a mysterious energy drain onboard has something to do with the powerful and enigmatic Alistair Peck (Peter Weller).
"Biography" Tonight at 9 on BIO. The life of guitar legend Jimi Hendrix is recalled through his own words, taken from excerpts of letters, writings and audio recording. Included: clips from demos, studio recordings and live performances.
"Burn Notice" Tonight at 9 on USA. Michael tries to find a kidnapped girl who was taken by a client of her defense-attorney father's.
"NightlinePrime: Secrets of Your Mind---Why We Do What We Do" Tonight at 10 on ABC. Psychopathic behavior, and how it originates in the brain, is explored by Martin Bashir, who examines the cases of serial killers and also interviews the father of pro wrestler Chris Benoit, who killed his wife and children, and then himself, in 2007. (Neurosurgeon Julian Bailes examined Benoit's brain shortly after his death.)
"Jersey Shore" Tonight at 10 on MTV. Sammi finds the "anonymous" letter from the girls and once again decides she's done with Ronnie. Meanwhile, Mike, Vinny and Pauly try to juggle four girls in one night.
"Royal Pains" Tonight at 10 on USA. A gossiping socialite needs medical treatment, but she takes off before Hank can diagnose her. Elsewhere, Divya is taken off guard by her reaction to Adam's failing health.
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
August 25, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"MasterChef" Tonight at 8 on Fox. The contestants are tasked with making a single cupcake, which proves to be more difficult than it sounds. Later, Iron Chef Cat Cora takes them to a truck stop for a team challenge.
"America's Got Talent" Tonight at 9 on NBC. Five semifinal contestants win a position in the Top 10 in a results show.
"Frontline" Tonight at 9 on PBS. An investigation by "Frontline," ProPublica and the Times-Picayune (New Orleans) into allegations that New Orleans police officers used inappropriate deadly force against New Orleans citizens during the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and then attempted to cover up their actions.
"Ghost Hunters" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. The team probes the Otesaga Resort Hotel in Cooperstown, N.Y., where shadowy figures allegedly lurk among disembodied voices and scampering, incorporeal children.
"Top Chef: Washington D.C." Tonight at 10 on Bravo. The six remaining culinarians play ball, commandeering two baseball concession stands at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. They step up to the plate to create game snacks, adding a high-end culinary quality to the fare. Baseball players Adam Dunn, Matt Capps and John Lannan make appearances. Rick Moonen is the guest judge.
"Real World" Tonight at 10 on MTV. Ashlee's prescribed painkillers go missing, and suspicions fall on Knight, but the truth surprises everyone.
"WNBA Playoff:Game 1: Los Angeles at Seattle" Tonight at 11 on ESPN2. Los Angeles at Seattle in Game 1 of a Western Conference semifinal series.
"America's Got Talent" Tonight at 9 on NBC. Five semifinal contestants win a position in the Top 10 in a results show.
"Frontline" Tonight at 9 on PBS. An investigation by "Frontline," ProPublica and the Times-Picayune (New Orleans) into allegations that New Orleans police officers used inappropriate deadly force against New Orleans citizens during the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and then attempted to cover up their actions.
"Ghost Hunters" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. The team probes the Otesaga Resort Hotel in Cooperstown, N.Y., where shadowy figures allegedly lurk among disembodied voices and scampering, incorporeal children.
"Top Chef: Washington D.C." Tonight at 10 on Bravo. The six remaining culinarians play ball, commandeering two baseball concession stands at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. They step up to the plate to create game snacks, adding a high-end culinary quality to the fare. Baseball players Adam Dunn, Matt Capps and John Lannan make appearances. Rick Moonen is the guest judge.
"Real World" Tonight at 10 on MTV. Ashlee's prescribed painkillers go missing, and suspicions fall on Knight, but the truth surprises everyone.
"WNBA Playoff:Game 1: Los Angeles at Seattle" Tonight at 11 on ESPN2. Los Angeles at Seattle in Game 1 of a Western Conference semifinal series.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
August 24, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"30 for 30" Tonight at 8 on ESPN. Michael Jordan's brief minor-league-baseball career is revisited by director Ron Shelton ("Bull Durham") in "Jordan Rides the Bus." The 1994 stint with the double-A Birmingham Barons and manager Terry Francona followed the murder of his father and his third-straight NBA title with the Bulls.
"Jefferson" Tonight at 8 on History. A profile of Thomas Jefferson examines his life and legacy.
"Shaq Vs." Tonight at 9:01 on ABC. Shaq squares off with Charles Barkley in a five-hole golf challenge in Dana Point, Cal., and also takes part in a competitive-eating challenge with hot-dog-eating champ Joey Chestnut. In golf, the former hoops stars are coached by PGA pros Anthony Kim and Bubba Watson.
"Memphis Beat" Tonight at 10 on TNT. In the Season 1 finale, Dwight explores the supposedly shady past of a man with amnesia, especially when he suspects the man may have ties to the cold-case slaying of a little girl. Meanwhile, Lt. Rice, mired in financial woes, ponders a career change.
"POV" Tonight at 10 on PBS. Filmmaker Amy Hardie explores a metaphysical-reality link in the evocative "The Edge of Dreaming," in which she charts her 48th year after experiencing several disturbing dreams about death, including one indicating she would die at 48. "Some people love to find meaning in their dreams," she says. "I don't think I do." Yet the meaning of hers seems clear: She develops a serious lung ailment. Also: the animated "Q&A," about a boy with Asperger's syndrome; "Seltzer Works," about seltzer-making.
"Rescue Me" Tonight at 10 on FX. Tommy and Sheila find themselves in trouble with Janet and Mickey, and discover what their relationship is really about. Meanwhile, Damien tries to leave 62 Truck.
"Covert Affairs" Tonight at 10 on USA. Auggie is excited to receive a field assignment tracking a hacker who shut down communication systems throughout the city. But his enthusiasm soon wanes when he learns the culprit is his ex-girlfriend.
"Jefferson" Tonight at 8 on History. A profile of Thomas Jefferson examines his life and legacy.
"Shaq Vs." Tonight at 9:01 on ABC. Shaq squares off with Charles Barkley in a five-hole golf challenge in Dana Point, Cal., and also takes part in a competitive-eating challenge with hot-dog-eating champ Joey Chestnut. In golf, the former hoops stars are coached by PGA pros Anthony Kim and Bubba Watson.
"Memphis Beat" Tonight at 10 on TNT. In the Season 1 finale, Dwight explores the supposedly shady past of a man with amnesia, especially when he suspects the man may have ties to the cold-case slaying of a little girl. Meanwhile, Lt. Rice, mired in financial woes, ponders a career change.
"POV" Tonight at 10 on PBS. Filmmaker Amy Hardie explores a metaphysical-reality link in the evocative "The Edge of Dreaming," in which she charts her 48th year after experiencing several disturbing dreams about death, including one indicating she would die at 48. "Some people love to find meaning in their dreams," she says. "I don't think I do." Yet the meaning of hers seems clear: She develops a serious lung ailment. Also: the animated "Q&A," about a boy with Asperger's syndrome; "Seltzer Works," about seltzer-making.
"Rescue Me" Tonight at 10 on FX. Tommy and Sheila find themselves in trouble with Janet and Mickey, and discover what their relationship is really about. Meanwhile, Damien tries to leave 62 Truck.
"Covert Affairs" Tonight at 10 on USA. Auggie is excited to receive a field assignment tracking a hacker who shut down communication systems throughout the city. But his enthusiasm soon wanes when he learns the culprit is his ex-girlfriend.
Monday, August 23, 2010
August 23, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Miss Universe Pageant" Tonight at 9 on NBC. Global beauties compete in swimsuit, evening gown and interview categories at the 59th annual gala, hosted by Bret Michaels and Natalie Morales from the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. Performers include John Legend and the Roots. Celebrity judges include illusionist Criss Angel; actors William Baldwin, Chazz Palminteri and Jane Seymour; anchor Tamron Hall; skater Evan Lysacek; singer Chynna Phillips; model Niki Taylor; and musician Sheila E.
"Huge" Tonight at 9 on ABC Family. Part 1 of 2. The camp hosts parents' weekend, but Will's mom and dad are no-shows. Meanwhile, Alistair puts on a charade of being Becca's boyfriend; and Amber's mother smuggles in some food.
"If God Is Willing and Da Creek Don't Rise" Tonight at 9 on HBO. Part 1 of 2. Spike Lee's follow-up to "When the Levees Broke" (2006) revisits New Orleans and the Gulf Coast to monitor improvements in housing, education, infrastructure, the economy and social services since Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Featured: interviews with public and private citizens, including former Louisiana governor Kathleen Blanco, New Orleans mayor Mitch Landrieu and historian Douglas Brinkley; and an assessment of the immediate impact of the offshore oil-rig explosion in April 2010.
"Bond of Silence" Tonight at 9 on Lifetime. A widow (Kim Raver) tries to solve the mystery of her husband's death, which occurred while he tried to quiet down a teen party, and no one, including the attendees' parents, is talking. Based on a true story.
"Aftermath" Tonight at 10 on BIO. Former POW Jessica Lynch is the guest. Lynch was taken prisoner by Iraqi forces in 2003, and Lynch later revealed that the U.S. government accounts of her capture and rescue were embellished.
"Dance Your Ass Off" Tonight at 10 on Oxygen. After testing their willpowers at home---without the inspiration of trainers and nutritionists around them---the contestants face a monumental twist in Part 1 of the two-part Season 2 finale.
"Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations" Tonight at 10 on Travel. Tony returns to Beirut. His last trip there was in 2006, when the Israel-Lebanon conflict broke out during his stay.
"Huge" Tonight at 9 on ABC Family. Part 1 of 2. The camp hosts parents' weekend, but Will's mom and dad are no-shows. Meanwhile, Alistair puts on a charade of being Becca's boyfriend; and Amber's mother smuggles in some food.
"If God Is Willing and Da Creek Don't Rise" Tonight at 9 on HBO. Part 1 of 2. Spike Lee's follow-up to "When the Levees Broke" (2006) revisits New Orleans and the Gulf Coast to monitor improvements in housing, education, infrastructure, the economy and social services since Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Featured: interviews with public and private citizens, including former Louisiana governor Kathleen Blanco, New Orleans mayor Mitch Landrieu and historian Douglas Brinkley; and an assessment of the immediate impact of the offshore oil-rig explosion in April 2010.
"Bond of Silence" Tonight at 9 on Lifetime. A widow (Kim Raver) tries to solve the mystery of her husband's death, which occurred while he tried to quiet down a teen party, and no one, including the attendees' parents, is talking. Based on a true story.
"Aftermath" Tonight at 10 on BIO. Former POW Jessica Lynch is the guest. Lynch was taken prisoner by Iraqi forces in 2003, and Lynch later revealed that the U.S. government accounts of her capture and rescue were embellished.
"Dance Your Ass Off" Tonight at 10 on Oxygen. After testing their willpowers at home---without the inspiration of trainers and nutritionists around them---the contestants face a monumental twist in Part 1 of the two-part Season 2 finale.
"Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations" Tonight at 10 on Travel. Tony returns to Beirut. His last trip there was in 2006, when the Israel-Lebanon conflict broke out during his stay.
Sunday, August 22, 2010
August 22, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Hannah Montana Forever" Tonight at 8 on Disney. Miley cancels a planned father-daughter afternoon with Robby Ray so she can go on a date with Jesse, but she then tries to make amends. The episode includes a salute to military families, and Miley Cyrus performs "Been Here All Along."
"Leverage" Tonight at 9 on TNT. In a pastiche of the classic 1950 film "Rashomon," the team members recall---with very different perspectives---how they each tried to pilfer the same artifact on the very same night five years earlier.
"True Blood" Tonight at 9 on HBO. Sookie gets a dire warning from Bill; Sam's emotional outburst takes him on an unpleasant trip down memory lane; Arlene asks Holly for help with a dilemma; Jessica faces a romantic conundrum; Russell vows revenge on his foes; Jesus changes his opinion of a certain mind-altering substance.
"The Glades" Tonight at 10 on A&E. Longworth investigates the murder of a psychic adviser in Cassadaga, where a former medium assists him and also tells him that someone close to him will die soon. Longworth also reluctantly agrees to be the date of a friend of Callie's for a party.
"Mad Men" Tonight at 10 on AMC. Don and Pete disregard Roger's expectations in an effort to land an important new client.
"Swamp People" Tonight at 10 on History. The opener of a reality series following Cajuns from the swamplands of Louisiana during the 30-day alligator-hunting season introduces the hunters, one of whom is on the quest for an elusive gator called "Big Head," which poses a threat to local swimming holes.
"Army Wives" Tonight at 10 on Lifetime. Season 4 ends as Denise goes into labor during a phone call with Jeremy; Claudia Joy receives disturbing news as Emmalin prepares for graduation; Pamela reconsiders her future after a talk with Gina; and Joan must make a life-altering decision.
"Leverage" Tonight at 9 on TNT. In a pastiche of the classic 1950 film "Rashomon," the team members recall---with very different perspectives---how they each tried to pilfer the same artifact on the very same night five years earlier.
"True Blood" Tonight at 9 on HBO. Sookie gets a dire warning from Bill; Sam's emotional outburst takes him on an unpleasant trip down memory lane; Arlene asks Holly for help with a dilemma; Jessica faces a romantic conundrum; Russell vows revenge on his foes; Jesus changes his opinion of a certain mind-altering substance.
"The Glades" Tonight at 10 on A&E. Longworth investigates the murder of a psychic adviser in Cassadaga, where a former medium assists him and also tells him that someone close to him will die soon. Longworth also reluctantly agrees to be the date of a friend of Callie's for a party.
"Mad Men" Tonight at 10 on AMC. Don and Pete disregard Roger's expectations in an effort to land an important new client.
"Swamp People" Tonight at 10 on History. The opener of a reality series following Cajuns from the swamplands of Louisiana during the 30-day alligator-hunting season introduces the hunters, one of whom is on the quest for an elusive gator called "Big Head," which poses a threat to local swimming holes.
"Army Wives" Tonight at 10 on Lifetime. Season 4 ends as Denise goes into labor during a phone call with Jeremy; Claudia Joy receives disturbing news as Emmalin prepares for graduation; Pamela reconsiders her future after a talk with Gina; and Joan must make a life-altering decision.
Saturday, August 21, 2010
August 21, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"NASCAR Racing:Sprint Cup in Bristol, Tenn." Tonight at 7:30 on ABC. The Sprint Cup Irwin Tools Night Race at Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway. On March 21, Jimmie Johnson won on this cozy half-mile track for the first time in 17 starts, snapping Kyle Busch's two-race Bristol win streak. Three races remain until the Chase for the Championship.
"In America" Tonight at 8 on CNN. "The reward is greater than the risk," says actor Wendell Pierce ("Treme") in this Soledad O'Brien report on the effort to resuscitate Pontchartrain Park, a middle-class black New Orleans neighborhood that was devastated by Hurricane Katrina. The doc weaves the story of how Pontchartrain native Pierce came to lead the rebuilding project, along with others, including seniors Audrey and Meldon Woods and postal worker Hurby Oubre, whose wife Lisa isn't sure she wants to return.
"The Informant!" Tonight at 8 on HBO. When Mark Whitacre (Matt Damon) discovers that his company is involved in price-fixing, he becomes an informant for the FBI. Convinced he'll be hailed as a hero for his efforts, he agrees to wear a wire and gathers evidence to convict his bosses. Unfortunately, both the case and Whitacre's integrity are compromised when the FBI agents discover that he isn't the saintly figure he made himself out to be. Directed by Steven Soderbergh. Scott Bakula, Tony Hale.
"Garbage Moguls" Tonight at 8 on National Geographic. This series documents daily life at TerraCycle, Inc., a green business that creates products made of trash. In the premiere, the team creates a line of pet products fashioned from recycled dog-food bags.
"Being Human" Tonight at 9 on BBC Amer. Details of Mitchell's past are revealed as he struggles to contain the urge to kill. Meanwhile, Annie is left looking after a ghost baby; and George's new relationship continues to grow.
"Lake Placid 3" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. A game warden (Colin Ferguson) moves into his aunt's lakeside cabin with his wife and young son, and the little boy feeds the resident baby crocodiles until they grow up into monstrous predators that become a menace to the family.
"Whip It" Tonight at 10 on Cinemax. Drew Barrymore makes her directorial debut with this quirky sports drama about an ex-beauty queen (Ellen Page) who gives up her tiara for roller derby, to the dismay of her mother (Marcia Gay Harden). Kristen Wiig, Juliette Lewis.
"In America" Tonight at 8 on CNN. "The reward is greater than the risk," says actor Wendell Pierce ("Treme") in this Soledad O'Brien report on the effort to resuscitate Pontchartrain Park, a middle-class black New Orleans neighborhood that was devastated by Hurricane Katrina. The doc weaves the story of how Pontchartrain native Pierce came to lead the rebuilding project, along with others, including seniors Audrey and Meldon Woods and postal worker Hurby Oubre, whose wife Lisa isn't sure she wants to return.
"The Informant!" Tonight at 8 on HBO. When Mark Whitacre (Matt Damon) discovers that his company is involved in price-fixing, he becomes an informant for the FBI. Convinced he'll be hailed as a hero for his efforts, he agrees to wear a wire and gathers evidence to convict his bosses. Unfortunately, both the case and Whitacre's integrity are compromised when the FBI agents discover that he isn't the saintly figure he made himself out to be. Directed by Steven Soderbergh. Scott Bakula, Tony Hale.
"Garbage Moguls" Tonight at 8 on National Geographic. This series documents daily life at TerraCycle, Inc., a green business that creates products made of trash. In the premiere, the team creates a line of pet products fashioned from recycled dog-food bags.
"Being Human" Tonight at 9 on BBC Amer. Details of Mitchell's past are revealed as he struggles to contain the urge to kill. Meanwhile, Annie is left looking after a ghost baby; and George's new relationship continues to grow.
"Lake Placid 3" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. A game warden (Colin Ferguson) moves into his aunt's lakeside cabin with his wife and young son, and the little boy feeds the resident baby crocodiles until they grow up into monstrous predators that become a menace to the family.
"Whip It" Tonight at 10 on Cinemax. Drew Barrymore makes her directorial debut with this quirky sports drama about an ex-beauty queen (Ellen Page) who gives up her tiara for roller derby, to the dismay of her mother (Marcia Gay Harden). Kristen Wiig, Juliette Lewis.
Friday, August 20, 2010
August 20, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Good Morning America" This morning at 7 on ABC. Usher performs in GMA's Summer Concert series in New York's Central Park. Also: a segment on petting-zoo dangers.
"Today" This morning at 7 on NBC. Daughtry perform. Also: back-to-school tools; real-estate values; house-related weight gain.
"NFL Football:Exhibition: Eagles at Bengals" Tonight at 8 on Fox. Exhibition: Philadelphia at Cincinnati.
"Eureka" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. Tensions between Carter and Grant over Allison peak, Henry woos his own wife and Zoe deals with a secret love as something begins turning townsfolk into stone.
"Chefs vs. City" Tonight at 10 on Food. Baltimore chefs Ann Marie Langton and Thomas Looney are the challengers in a foodie race across Charm City.
"Kids in the Hall Present: Death Comes to Town" Tonight at 10 on IFC. Death pays Shuckton, Ont., a visit as the town waits to hear if it will be hosting the next Olympic Games in the opener of this eight-part murder mystery presented by the "Kids in the Hall" comedy troupe.
"The Pillars of the Earth" Tonight at 10 on Starz. Upon returning from the war, Richard learns Aliena has no money to continue to finance his knighthood; Alfred requests that Prior Philip accept him as a master builder for the construction of the cathedral; Regan leans on Waleran to approach the king about William's long-overdue earldom; and Aliena is torn between her love for Jack and a promise she made to her late father.
"Today" This morning at 7 on NBC. Daughtry perform. Also: back-to-school tools; real-estate values; house-related weight gain.
"NFL Football:Exhibition: Eagles at Bengals" Tonight at 8 on Fox. Exhibition: Philadelphia at Cincinnati.
"Eureka" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. Tensions between Carter and Grant over Allison peak, Henry woos his own wife and Zoe deals with a secret love as something begins turning townsfolk into stone.
"Chefs vs. City" Tonight at 10 on Food. Baltimore chefs Ann Marie Langton and Thomas Looney are the challengers in a foodie race across Charm City.
"Kids in the Hall Present: Death Comes to Town" Tonight at 10 on IFC. Death pays Shuckton, Ont., a visit as the town waits to hear if it will be hosting the next Olympic Games in the opener of this eight-part murder mystery presented by the "Kids in the Hall" comedy troupe.
"The Pillars of the Earth" Tonight at 10 on Starz. Upon returning from the war, Richard learns Aliena has no money to continue to finance his knighthood; Alfred requests that Prior Philip accept him as a master builder for the construction of the cathedral; Regan leans on Waleran to approach the king about William's long-overdue earldom; and Aliena is torn between her love for Jack and a promise she made to her late father.
Thursday, August 19, 2010
August 19, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"SportsCenter Fantasy Draft Special" Tonight at 7 on ESPN. NFL player analysis and advice on expected top performers and sleepers. Host: Erik Kuselius.
"Gordon Ramsay's Great Escape" Tonight at 9 on BBC Amer. The series wraps up as Chef Ramsay makes his way to Southern India, where the meat lover embraces vegetarianism at an ashram and samples the "hottest curry in the world."
"Pitchmen" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. A former marine tries to improve the flashlight and an inventor wants to carry on his father's lifesaving legacy in the second-season premiere.
"NightlinePrime: Secrets of Your Mind---Why We Do What We Do" Tonight at 10 on ABC. A four-part series exploring the human brain, its injuries and abnormalities, as well as advances in neuroscience, featuring neurosurgeon Julian Bailes of the West Virginia University Health Sciences Center and his patients. Topic in the opener: love. Included: how a brain injury can affect feelings of love; and a condition that can cause a body to shut down when experiencing feelings of love. Cynthia McFadden reports.
"Royal Pains" Tonight at 10 on USA. Hank and Emily disagree over a treatment plan for a patient. Evan, meanwhile, seeks revenge on the Web after he learns that Emily's site has seen increased traffic.
"You're Wearing That?!" Tonight at 10 on WE tv. "American Idol" alum Kimberley Locke and her mother, Christine, pick new looks for one another in the premiere of this makeover series for mother-daughter duos. Kimberley has had trouble nailing down her personal style, while her mom wears baggy clothes.
"WCG Ultimate Gamer" Tonight at 11 on Syfy. Twelve gamers converge at the loft for "Tekken 6" matches and a meeting with actress-martial artist Kelly Hu in the Season 2 opener.
"Gordon Ramsay's Great Escape" Tonight at 9 on BBC Amer. The series wraps up as Chef Ramsay makes his way to Southern India, where the meat lover embraces vegetarianism at an ashram and samples the "hottest curry in the world."
"Pitchmen" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. A former marine tries to improve the flashlight and an inventor wants to carry on his father's lifesaving legacy in the second-season premiere.
"NightlinePrime: Secrets of Your Mind---Why We Do What We Do" Tonight at 10 on ABC. A four-part series exploring the human brain, its injuries and abnormalities, as well as advances in neuroscience, featuring neurosurgeon Julian Bailes of the West Virginia University Health Sciences Center and his patients. Topic in the opener: love. Included: how a brain injury can affect feelings of love; and a condition that can cause a body to shut down when experiencing feelings of love. Cynthia McFadden reports.
"Royal Pains" Tonight at 10 on USA. Hank and Emily disagree over a treatment plan for a patient. Evan, meanwhile, seeks revenge on the Web after he learns that Emily's site has seen increased traffic.
"You're Wearing That?!" Tonight at 10 on WE tv. "American Idol" alum Kimberley Locke and her mother, Christine, pick new looks for one another in the premiere of this makeover series for mother-daughter duos. Kimberley has had trouble nailing down her personal style, while her mom wears baggy clothes.
"WCG Ultimate Gamer" Tonight at 11 on Syfy. Twelve gamers converge at the loft for "Tekken 6" matches and a meeting with actress-martial artist Kelly Hu in the Season 2 opener.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
August 18, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Little League Softball World Series:Championship game" Tonight at 7 on ESPN2. The championship game in Portland, Ore. Warner Robins, Ga., took the title last year.
"Live From Lincoln Center" Tonight at 8 on PBS. The Lincoln Center Theater's Tony Award-winning production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's "South Pacific," about love in the South Pacific during WWII. Kelli O'Hara stars as a Navy nurse whose love for a French plantation owner (Paulo Szot) is tested by her own prejudice. Songs include "Some Enchanted Evening," "There Is Nothin' Like a Dame," "A Wonderful Guy" and "I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair."
"America's Got Talent" Tonight at 9 on NBC. Four wild-card acts advance to the semifinal round. Country songstress LeAnn Rimes and illusionist Criss Angel perform.
"Ghost Hunters International" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. The team seeks pirate ghosts in the Caribbean as Season 2 ends.
"Surviving the Cut" Tonight at 10 on Discovery. A documentary series examining conditions facing candidates for elite military schools. In the series opener, U.S. Army Ranger School candidates take on grueling 20-hour missions in combat simulations.
"Hot in Cleveland" Tonight at 10 on TV Land. In the first-season finale, threats of a tornado cause the ladies to seek shelter in Elka's secret room in the cellar, but they're nearly blown away by what they find.
"She's Got the Look" Tonight at 10:30 on TV Land. Season 3 begins with 10 contestants moving into a loft in Los Angeles and preparing for their first challenge: a photo shoot in bikinis. Brooke Burke is the new host, and model Roshumba Williams replaces Beverly Johnson on the panel of judges with Sean Patterson and Robert Verdi.
"Live From Lincoln Center" Tonight at 8 on PBS. The Lincoln Center Theater's Tony Award-winning production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's "South Pacific," about love in the South Pacific during WWII. Kelli O'Hara stars as a Navy nurse whose love for a French plantation owner (Paulo Szot) is tested by her own prejudice. Songs include "Some Enchanted Evening," "There Is Nothin' Like a Dame," "A Wonderful Guy" and "I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair."
"America's Got Talent" Tonight at 9 on NBC. Four wild-card acts advance to the semifinal round. Country songstress LeAnn Rimes and illusionist Criss Angel perform.
"Ghost Hunters International" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. The team seeks pirate ghosts in the Caribbean as Season 2 ends.
"Surviving the Cut" Tonight at 10 on Discovery. A documentary series examining conditions facing candidates for elite military schools. In the series opener, U.S. Army Ranger School candidates take on grueling 20-hour missions in combat simulations.
"Hot in Cleveland" Tonight at 10 on TV Land. In the first-season finale, threats of a tornado cause the ladies to seek shelter in Elka's secret room in the cellar, but they're nearly blown away by what they find.
"She's Got the Look" Tonight at 10:30 on TV Land. Season 3 begins with 10 contestants moving into a loft in Los Angeles and preparing for their first challenge: a photo shoot in bikinis. Brooke Burke is the new host, and model Roshumba Williams replaces Beverly Johnson on the panel of judges with Sean Patterson and Robert Verdi.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
August 17, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Melissa & Joey" Tonight at 8 on ABC Family. A busy politician (Melissa Joan Hart) hires a male nanny (Joey Lawrence) in the series opener of this comedy about an aunt who assumes custody of her teenage niece and nephew. Hart and Lawrence are also executive producers of the show.
"Gates of Hell" Tonight at 8 on History. Exploring six places on Earth that, according to myths and religious beliefs, are entrances to hell, including a volcano in Iceland and a cave in Central America. Also: an examination of the concept of hell and its origins.
"Hawthorne" Tonight at 9 on TNT. In the wake of a critical situation involving her daughter, Christina turns to Det. Nick Renata (Marc Anthony) for help. Elsewhere, Kelly searches for a mourning mother's camera; Erin and Christina butt heads over Tom's career; and Steve is haunted by a past figure. Sara Gilbert guest stars.
"Rachel Zoe Project" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. Rachel hopes to spend quality time with Rodger and prep for Fashion Week by going to meetings, including one with pop star Gwen Stefani. But Rachel's plans upend when fashionista Naomi Campbell enlists her to fashion a large-scope runway show for charity. Complicating the task: a blizzard and a lack of preparation time.
"Big Lake" Tonight at 10 on Comedy Central. In the premiere of this comedy about a disgraced Wall Street whiz kid who slinks back to his parents' house, Josh Franklin (Chris Gethard) vows to recoup his father's squandered retirement fund with help from an old friend and a former teacher. Meanwhile, Josh discovers his younger brother is not the model child he appears to be. Horatio Sanz and Chris Parnell costar.
"Real Sports With Bryant Gumbel" Tonight at 10 on HBO. Included: An interview with Michaele and Tareq Salahi, alleged White House state-dinner crashers, about controversy surrounding a charity polo event they organize in Washington, D.C. Also: an update on the 2009 shooting of baseball player Robbie Tolan in Bellaire, Texas.
"Explorer" Tonight at 10 on National Geographic. The atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Japan, on Aug. 6, 1945, is recalled by witnesses who were in the air and on the ground at the time.
"Gates of Hell" Tonight at 8 on History. Exploring six places on Earth that, according to myths and religious beliefs, are entrances to hell, including a volcano in Iceland and a cave in Central America. Also: an examination of the concept of hell and its origins.
"Hawthorne" Tonight at 9 on TNT. In the wake of a critical situation involving her daughter, Christina turns to Det. Nick Renata (Marc Anthony) for help. Elsewhere, Kelly searches for a mourning mother's camera; Erin and Christina butt heads over Tom's career; and Steve is haunted by a past figure. Sara Gilbert guest stars.
"Rachel Zoe Project" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. Rachel hopes to spend quality time with Rodger and prep for Fashion Week by going to meetings, including one with pop star Gwen Stefani. But Rachel's plans upend when fashionista Naomi Campbell enlists her to fashion a large-scope runway show for charity. Complicating the task: a blizzard and a lack of preparation time.
"Big Lake" Tonight at 10 on Comedy Central. In the premiere of this comedy about a disgraced Wall Street whiz kid who slinks back to his parents' house, Josh Franklin (Chris Gethard) vows to recoup his father's squandered retirement fund with help from an old friend and a former teacher. Meanwhile, Josh discovers his younger brother is not the model child he appears to be. Horatio Sanz and Chris Parnell costar.
"Real Sports With Bryant Gumbel" Tonight at 10 on HBO. Included: An interview with Michaele and Tareq Salahi, alleged White House state-dinner crashers, about controversy surrounding a charity polo event they organize in Washington, D.C. Also: an update on the 2009 shooting of baseball player Robbie Tolan in Bellaire, Texas.
"Explorer" Tonight at 10 on National Geographic. The atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Japan, on Aug. 6, 1945, is recalled by witnesses who were in the air and on the ground at the time.
Monday, August 16, 2010
August 16, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Bachelor Pad" Tonight at 8 on ABC. A stomach-churning challenge awaits the 17 remaining contestants, as does the opportunity to bring out the inner "artist" in each of them.
"Monday Night Football: Exhibition:Giants at Jets" Tonight at 8 on ESPN. Exhibition: New York Giants at New York Jets.
"Lie to Me" Tonight at 9 on Fox. Cal and Zoe (Jennifer Beals) are called to witness the execution of a man (David Marciano) they helped send to death row 17 years before---and face the possibility that he's innocent. Marciano is joined in the cast by fellow alumni of "The Shield," including David Rees Snell, Catherine Dent, Benito Martinez, Kenneth Johnson and Cathy Cahlin Ryan, the wife of "Lie to Me" executive producer (and creator of "The Shield") Shawn Ryan.
"Rizzoli & Isles" Tonight at 10 on TNT. When a woman is savagely murdered while leaving a lesbian bar, Jane goes undercover to solve the apparent hate crime. Meanwhile, Maura plays matchmaker and brings Jane together with a yoga instructor. Brenda Strong and Antonio Sabato Jr. guest star.
"Real Housewives of New Jersey" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. The gang's sojourn in Italy continues, with Teresa and Joe serving as tour guides and cooking up a feast. As for Danielle, she meets with a private investigator in a bid to dig into her family roots.
"Weeds" Tonight at 10:05 on Showtime. In the wake of Pilar's murder, Nancy and her boys are on the lam as the sixth season begins. Meanwhile, Andy wrestles with whether or not to take on "the antiabortionist with a crossbow" who is holding Audra hostage at the house in Ren Mar.
"The Big C" Tonight at 10:30 on Showtime. In the series opener, suburban Minneapolis wife and schoolteacher Cathy (Laura Linney), who is dying from skin cancer, begins to take charge of her life and live it up a little. She starts by building a pool in her tiny backyard, and tries to tell those close to her---a teen son, her estranged husband and a homeless brother---about her illness, but finds it difficult.
"Monday Night Football: Exhibition:Giants at Jets" Tonight at 8 on ESPN. Exhibition: New York Giants at New York Jets.
"Lie to Me" Tonight at 9 on Fox. Cal and Zoe (Jennifer Beals) are called to witness the execution of a man (David Marciano) they helped send to death row 17 years before---and face the possibility that he's innocent. Marciano is joined in the cast by fellow alumni of "The Shield," including David Rees Snell, Catherine Dent, Benito Martinez, Kenneth Johnson and Cathy Cahlin Ryan, the wife of "Lie to Me" executive producer (and creator of "The Shield") Shawn Ryan.
"Rizzoli & Isles" Tonight at 10 on TNT. When a woman is savagely murdered while leaving a lesbian bar, Jane goes undercover to solve the apparent hate crime. Meanwhile, Maura plays matchmaker and brings Jane together with a yoga instructor. Brenda Strong and Antonio Sabato Jr. guest star.
"Real Housewives of New Jersey" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. The gang's sojourn in Italy continues, with Teresa and Joe serving as tour guides and cooking up a feast. As for Danielle, she meets with a private investigator in a bid to dig into her family roots.
"Weeds" Tonight at 10:05 on Showtime. In the wake of Pilar's murder, Nancy and her boys are on the lam as the sixth season begins. Meanwhile, Andy wrestles with whether or not to take on "the antiabortionist with a crossbow" who is holding Audra hostage at the house in Ren Mar.
"The Big C" Tonight at 10:30 on Showtime. In the series opener, suburban Minneapolis wife and schoolteacher Cathy (Laura Linney), who is dying from skin cancer, begins to take charge of her life and live it up a little. She starts by building a pool in her tiny backyard, and tries to tell those close to her---a teen son, her estranged husband and a homeless brother---about her illness, but finds it difficult.
Sunday, August 15, 2010
August 15, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Dora the Explorer" Tonight at 8 on Nickelodeon. Windy weather transports Dora and Boots into a magical land, and they must ask the Wishing Wizzle (voice of Hector Elizondo) to wish them home. However, La Bruja (voice of Rosie Perez) and her Flying Monkeys (voice of John Leguizamo) won't make that easy because they hate wishes.
"Next Food Network Star" Tonight at 9 on Food. The three remaining hopefuls film pilots for their dream cooking shows, with help from Rachael Ray, in the Season 6 finale. Later, the pilots are shown to a focus group of Food Network fans, and the winner is chosen.
"True Blood" Tonight at 9 on HBO. Nan Flanagan goes to Fangtasia for answers about the Magister's whereabouts; Bill gets to the bottom of Sookie's real identity; Jason finds an unlikely ally in his feud with Felton and Calvin; Arlene has a pessimistic view of her future; Sookie meets another family member; Russell vows to get back at his enemies.
"Roast of David Hasselhoff" Tonight at 10 on Comedy Central. Seth MacFarlane hosts a salute to "Baywatch" star David Hasselhoff. Roasters include Pamela Anderson, Greg Giraldo, Hulk Hogan, Lisa Lampanelli, Jeffrey Ross, Jerry Springer and George Hamilton.
"Top Shot" Tonight at 10 on History. In the first-season finale, the final four compete to win the $100,000 prize, and one of the challenges allows them to choose their weapon and type of shot.
"Army Wives" Tonight at 10 on Lifetime. Pamela becomes involved in a murder case and is tasked with accompanying an out-of-town detective (Gabrielle Union) around Charleston. Elsewhere, Michael informs Claudia Joy he won't be in contact for several days because of a mission.
"The Real L Word" Tonight at 10 on Showtime. In the first-season finale, Sara's back in L.A. just in time to join Whitney for the ladies' annual jaunt to Palm Springs for the Dinah Shore golf event. Meanwhile, Rose and Natalie also head to Palm Springs, with the latter worrying that her lover will revert to her flirtatious ways; and Mikey throws an impressive birthday bash for Raquel on the eve of their shoving off to join everyone at the Dinah.
"Next Food Network Star" Tonight at 9 on Food. The three remaining hopefuls film pilots for their dream cooking shows, with help from Rachael Ray, in the Season 6 finale. Later, the pilots are shown to a focus group of Food Network fans, and the winner is chosen.
"True Blood" Tonight at 9 on HBO. Nan Flanagan goes to Fangtasia for answers about the Magister's whereabouts; Bill gets to the bottom of Sookie's real identity; Jason finds an unlikely ally in his feud with Felton and Calvin; Arlene has a pessimistic view of her future; Sookie meets another family member; Russell vows to get back at his enemies.
"Roast of David Hasselhoff" Tonight at 10 on Comedy Central. Seth MacFarlane hosts a salute to "Baywatch" star David Hasselhoff. Roasters include Pamela Anderson, Greg Giraldo, Hulk Hogan, Lisa Lampanelli, Jeffrey Ross, Jerry Springer and George Hamilton.
"Top Shot" Tonight at 10 on History. In the first-season finale, the final four compete to win the $100,000 prize, and one of the challenges allows them to choose their weapon and type of shot.
"Army Wives" Tonight at 10 on Lifetime. Pamela becomes involved in a murder case and is tasked with accompanying an out-of-town detective (Gabrielle Union) around Charleston. Elsewhere, Michael informs Claudia Joy he won't be in contact for several days because of a mission.
"The Real L Word" Tonight at 10 on Showtime. In the first-season finale, Sara's back in L.A. just in time to join Whitney for the ladies' annual jaunt to Palm Springs for the Dinah Shore golf event. Meanwhile, Rose and Natalie also head to Palm Springs, with the latter worrying that her lover will revert to her flirtatious ways; and Mikey throws an impressive birthday bash for Raquel on the eve of their shoving off to join everyone at the Dinah.
Saturday, August 14, 2010
August 14, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"CNN Heroes: Coming Back From Katrina" Tonight at 7:30 on CNN. Anderson Cooper visits past CNN Heroes who continue to work in Gulf Coast communities affected by Hurricane Katrina. Included: 2008 CNN Hero of the Year Liz McCartney, who's rebuilding homes with the St. Bernard Project; 2008 Top 10 CNN Hero Tad Agoglia and his First Response Team; and 2009 Top 10 CNN Hero Derrick Tabb, whose Roots of Music program is helping children in New Orleans.
"Gymnastics:Visa Championships" Tonight at 8 on NBC. Women's all-around competition at the Visa Championships in Hartford, Conn. Expected participants include defending world and U.S. all-around champ Bridget Sloan; world silver medalist Rebecca Bross; and Olympic team silver medalist Alicia Sacramone.
"Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" Tonight at 8 on HBO. Two years after saving the world with the Autobots, Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf) is heading off to college when an ancient Decepticon named The Fallen returns to Earth seeking revenge. Their home planet of Cybertron rendered uninhabitable, the Autobots begin working with the military to hunt down any remaining Decepticons. Meanwhile, Sam and Mikaela race to unlock the secret history of the Transformers on Earth in order to save the planet from the most-formidable Decepticon to date.
"Inglourious Basterds" Tonight at 8 on Showtime. An American military officer (Brad Pitt) leads a special squad of soldiers who perform quick strikes against the Nazis in enemy territory. They team up with a French theater owner whose parents were killed by the Third Reich for a plot to execute Hitler and his right-hand men at a screening at the theater. Directed by Quentin Tarantino. Mike Myers, Christoph Waltz, B.J. Novak, Diane Kruger, Eli Roth, Til Schweiger.
"Being Human" Tonight at 9 on BBC Amer. George tries to contain the wolf, but soon realizes it's an impossible task. Elsewhere, Mitchell falls in deeper with the vampires, and Annie meets a mysterious ghost.
"Class" Tonight at 9 on Hallmark. A rich law student (Justin Bruening) must help a single mom (Jodi Lyn O'Keefe) find a job with benefits as part of an assignment for his public-advocacy class. Though the pair clash at first, they soon realize they aren't so different and that they each need to go after the careers they truly want. Directed by Dave S. Cass Sr.
"Pit Boss" Tonight at 10 on Animal Planet. A doctor advises Shorty to get more exercise; the staff hold an auction featuring themselves as prizes to raise money for the Pet Expo.
"Boxing: Pascal vs. Dawson:From Montreal" Tonight at 10:30 on HBO. Scheduled: Light-heavyweight champ Jean Pascal (25-1, 16 KOs) takes on Chad Dawson (29-0, 17 KOs) in a title fight in Montreal. Pascal decisioned Adrian Diaconu in his last fight in December, while Dawson decisioned Glen Johnson in November.
"Gymnastics:Visa Championships" Tonight at 8 on NBC. Women's all-around competition at the Visa Championships in Hartford, Conn. Expected participants include defending world and U.S. all-around champ Bridget Sloan; world silver medalist Rebecca Bross; and Olympic team silver medalist Alicia Sacramone.
"Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" Tonight at 8 on HBO. Two years after saving the world with the Autobots, Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf) is heading off to college when an ancient Decepticon named The Fallen returns to Earth seeking revenge. Their home planet of Cybertron rendered uninhabitable, the Autobots begin working with the military to hunt down any remaining Decepticons. Meanwhile, Sam and Mikaela race to unlock the secret history of the Transformers on Earth in order to save the planet from the most-formidable Decepticon to date.
"Inglourious Basterds" Tonight at 8 on Showtime. An American military officer (Brad Pitt) leads a special squad of soldiers who perform quick strikes against the Nazis in enemy territory. They team up with a French theater owner whose parents were killed by the Third Reich for a plot to execute Hitler and his right-hand men at a screening at the theater. Directed by Quentin Tarantino. Mike Myers, Christoph Waltz, B.J. Novak, Diane Kruger, Eli Roth, Til Schweiger.
"Being Human" Tonight at 9 on BBC Amer. George tries to contain the wolf, but soon realizes it's an impossible task. Elsewhere, Mitchell falls in deeper with the vampires, and Annie meets a mysterious ghost.
"Class" Tonight at 9 on Hallmark. A rich law student (Justin Bruening) must help a single mom (Jodi Lyn O'Keefe) find a job with benefits as part of an assignment for his public-advocacy class. Though the pair clash at first, they soon realize they aren't so different and that they each need to go after the careers they truly want. Directed by Dave S. Cass Sr.
"Pit Boss" Tonight at 10 on Animal Planet. A doctor advises Shorty to get more exercise; the staff hold an auction featuring themselves as prizes to raise money for the Pet Expo.
"Boxing: Pascal vs. Dawson:From Montreal" Tonight at 10:30 on HBO. Scheduled: Light-heavyweight champ Jean Pascal (25-1, 16 KOs) takes on Chad Dawson (29-0, 17 KOs) in a title fight in Montreal. Pascal decisioned Adrian Diaconu in his last fight in December, while Dawson decisioned Glen Johnson in November.
Friday, August 13, 2010
August 13, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Good Morning America" This morning at 7 on ABC. Billy Crudup . Also: the Jonas Brothers and Demi Lovato perform songs from the upcoming Disney Channel movie "Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam" in GMA's Summer Concert series in New York's Central Park.
"Women's Tennis:Western & Southern Open" Tonight at 7 on ESPN2. Quarterfinals of the Western & Southern Open in Cincinnati.
"Wife Swap" Tonight at 8 on ABC. In the sixth-season finale, a New York City couple who teach relationship workshops and dress as superheroes swap with a strict couple who moved to the country to shield their children from the influence of cities and believe in chores and discipline.
"Smallville" Tonight at 8 on The CW. Tess kidnaps the Green Arrow and leaves him in the hands of Amanda Waller (Pam Grier), but he escapes with his secret identity intact. Oliver, Clark and Chloe return to the scene to investigate the kidnapping and find John Jones doing the same. Later, Waller threatens Chloe's life to get information on the Justice League.
"Den Brother" Tonight at 8 on Disney. A cocky hockey star (Hutch Dano) is suspended for showing off and forced to become a substitute leader for his little sister's Bumble Bee troop. But the sting is lessened when he meets the beautiful leader of another troop. Kelsey Chow.
"Whale Wars" Tonight at 9 on Animal Planet. The Sea Shepherds discover a gash in their ship with water gushing through after the collision with the Japanese vessel.
"Say Yes to the Dress: Atlanta" Tonight at 9 on TLC. Fashion director Monte Durham works with a bride who wants to flaunt her backside. Also: Erin, who is 35, is reminded by her mother that she's not a young bride.
"Women's Tennis:Western & Southern Open" Tonight at 7 on ESPN2. Quarterfinals of the Western & Southern Open in Cincinnati.
"Wife Swap" Tonight at 8 on ABC. In the sixth-season finale, a New York City couple who teach relationship workshops and dress as superheroes swap with a strict couple who moved to the country to shield their children from the influence of cities and believe in chores and discipline.
"Smallville" Tonight at 8 on The CW. Tess kidnaps the Green Arrow and leaves him in the hands of Amanda Waller (Pam Grier), but he escapes with his secret identity intact. Oliver, Clark and Chloe return to the scene to investigate the kidnapping and find John Jones doing the same. Later, Waller threatens Chloe's life to get information on the Justice League.
"Den Brother" Tonight at 8 on Disney. A cocky hockey star (Hutch Dano) is suspended for showing off and forced to become a substitute leader for his little sister's Bumble Bee troop. But the sting is lessened when he meets the beautiful leader of another troop. Kelsey Chow.
"Whale Wars" Tonight at 9 on Animal Planet. The Sea Shepherds discover a gash in their ship with water gushing through after the collision with the Japanese vessel.
"Say Yes to the Dress: Atlanta" Tonight at 9 on TLC. Fashion director Monte Durham works with a bride who wants to flaunt her backside. Also: Erin, who is 35, is reminded by her mother that she's not a young bride.
Thursday, August 12, 2010
August 12, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"PGA Championship:First-round play" Today at 1 on TNT. The final major of the season begins at Whistling Straits in Kohler, Wis. Y.E. Yang won by three strokes last year at Hazeltine National in Chaska, Minn., handing Tiger Woods his first-ever loss in a major that he had led heading into the final round.
"Big Brother 12" Tonight at 8 on CBS. Another houseguest is evicted from the compound.
"So You Think You Can Dance" Tonight at 8 on Fox. A Season 7 winner is chosen in the conclusion of the two-part finale. Also: performances by rock band Black Gold; hip-hop dancers Quest Crew; U.K. "So You Think You Can Dance" winner Charlotte "Charlie" Bruce; and tap-dancing duo the Manzari Brothers.
"Project Runway" Tonight at 9 on Lifetime. The designers fashion unconventional garb in a challenge that comes with a talent-testing catch. Designer Betsey Johnson is the guest judge.
"American Chopper: Senior vs. Junior" Tonight at 9 on TLC. Paul Teutul Jr. announces he's opening up his own bike shop, becoming a direct competitor of his father, Paul Sr., in the series premiere.
"Boston Med" Tonight at 10 on ABC. A plastic surgeon prepares to perform a face transplant on a man who was horribly disfigured in an electrical accident. Meanwhile, the donor's family comes to terms with losing a loved one but is grateful that someone can benefit from their misfortune.
"BBQ Pitmasters" Tonight at 10 on TLC. Four top pitmasters compete in a pork-butt cook-off in the Season 2 premiere.
"Big Brother 12" Tonight at 8 on CBS. Another houseguest is evicted from the compound.
"So You Think You Can Dance" Tonight at 8 on Fox. A Season 7 winner is chosen in the conclusion of the two-part finale. Also: performances by rock band Black Gold; hip-hop dancers Quest Crew; U.K. "So You Think You Can Dance" winner Charlotte "Charlie" Bruce; and tap-dancing duo the Manzari Brothers.
"Project Runway" Tonight at 9 on Lifetime. The designers fashion unconventional garb in a challenge that comes with a talent-testing catch. Designer Betsey Johnson is the guest judge.
"American Chopper: Senior vs. Junior" Tonight at 9 on TLC. Paul Teutul Jr. announces he's opening up his own bike shop, becoming a direct competitor of his father, Paul Sr., in the series premiere.
"Boston Med" Tonight at 10 on ABC. A plastic surgeon prepares to perform a face transplant on a man who was horribly disfigured in an electrical accident. Meanwhile, the donor's family comes to terms with losing a loved one but is grateful that someone can benefit from their misfortune.
"BBQ Pitmasters" Tonight at 10 on TLC. Four top pitmasters compete in a pork-butt cook-off in the Season 2 premiere.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
August 11, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"The Middle" Tonight at 8:30 on ABC. Marsha Mason guest stars as Frankie's mother, Pat, in a Mother's Day episode that finds the matriarchs more put upon than pampered. Meanwhile, Sue steals a motivational magnet from a store and winds up feeling guilty about it.
"America's Got Talent" Tonight at 9 on NBC. Four acts from YouTube advance to the semifinal round.
"CNBC Bizography" Tonight at 9 on CNBC. A profile of George Foreman kicks off the series, which tells the stories of famous entrepreneurs and the businesses they helped build.
"Work of Art: The Next Great Artist" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. Season 1 closes with the finalists crafting their artwork in their respective homes, after which they display their collections at an art gala. The winner is then announced.
"Hard Knocks: Training Camp With the New York Jets" Tonight at 10 on HBO. In the opener of the sixth season, Jets players and coaches arrive in Cortland, N.Y., and settle in to their new quarters before beginning two-a-day drills.
"LA Ink" Tonight at 10 on TLC. Corey confronts Kat in the Season 4 opener, and he decides to quit High Voltage Tattoo. Meanwhile, Craig hires a new tattoo artist at American Electric, but she and Amy get off to a bad start.
"Hot in Cleveland" Tonight at 10 on TV Land. Melanie comes to regret her nosy nature when her son (Joe Jonas) pays a visit; Elka helps Victoria campaign for sympathy votes after she's nominated for an Emmy.
"America's Got Talent" Tonight at 9 on NBC. Four acts from YouTube advance to the semifinal round.
"CNBC Bizography" Tonight at 9 on CNBC. A profile of George Foreman kicks off the series, which tells the stories of famous entrepreneurs and the businesses they helped build.
"Work of Art: The Next Great Artist" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. Season 1 closes with the finalists crafting their artwork in their respective homes, after which they display their collections at an art gala. The winner is then announced.
"Hard Knocks: Training Camp With the New York Jets" Tonight at 10 on HBO. In the opener of the sixth season, Jets players and coaches arrive in Cortland, N.Y., and settle in to their new quarters before beginning two-a-day drills.
"LA Ink" Tonight at 10 on TLC. Corey confronts Kat in the Season 4 opener, and he decides to quit High Voltage Tattoo. Meanwhile, Craig hires a new tattoo artist at American Electric, but she and Amy get off to a bad start.
"Hot in Cleveland" Tonight at 10 on TV Land. Melanie comes to regret her nosy nature when her son (Joe Jonas) pays a visit; Elka helps Victoria campaign for sympathy votes after she's nominated for an Emmy.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
August 10, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Hell's Kitchen" Tonight at 8 on Fox. In the seventh-season finale, the final two contestants get assistance preparing their final dinner service, but they also learn the drawbacks of having too much help in the kitchen. Chef Ramsay then selects the winner.
"Pretty Little Liars" Tonight at 8 on ABC Family. The girls go on an upscale camping trip for a classmate's birthday party, and a text suggests that "A" may be in attendance as well. Meanwhile, the FBI comes to town after new evidence about Alison's case surfaces; and financial strains weigh on Ashley.
"World Series of Poker" Tonight at 8 on ESPN. The 41st annual Main Event gets under way in Las Vegas. A field of 7319 No-Limit Hold'em players chase a top prize of more than $9 million. Lon McEachern and Norman Chad call the play.
"Flipping Out" Tonight at 9 on Bravo. The realty-meets-reality series tracking the professional and personal adventures of house flipper Jeff Lewis opens its fourth season. With Ryan now just a memory, Jeff focuses on growing his business---but that might mean having to downsize.
"White Collar" Tonight at 9 on USA. An insurance investigator (Hilarie Burton) is the target of a murder plot stemming from a routine bond theft. The FBI tracks the bonds to a real-estate mogul, but Peter and Neal need to figure out why he wants the woman dead.
"Memphis Beat" Tonight at 10 on TNT. Dwight negotiates a hostage crisis, only to become a hostage himself. To resolve the delicate situation, he must delve into his captor's past and crack the mysteries of a decades-old murder. In the meantime, Lt. Rice's ex-husband stirs up trouble. Clarence Williams III and Veronica Cartwright guest star.
"Rescue Me" Tonight at 10 on FX. The guys must improvise when they respond to a school fire. Meanwhile, Tommy and Janet go on a dinner date and are jolted by a face from their past.
"Pretty Little Liars" Tonight at 8 on ABC Family. The girls go on an upscale camping trip for a classmate's birthday party, and a text suggests that "A" may be in attendance as well. Meanwhile, the FBI comes to town after new evidence about Alison's case surfaces; and financial strains weigh on Ashley.
"World Series of Poker" Tonight at 8 on ESPN. The 41st annual Main Event gets under way in Las Vegas. A field of 7319 No-Limit Hold'em players chase a top prize of more than $9 million. Lon McEachern and Norman Chad call the play.
"Flipping Out" Tonight at 9 on Bravo. The realty-meets-reality series tracking the professional and personal adventures of house flipper Jeff Lewis opens its fourth season. With Ryan now just a memory, Jeff focuses on growing his business---but that might mean having to downsize.
"White Collar" Tonight at 9 on USA. An insurance investigator (Hilarie Burton) is the target of a murder plot stemming from a routine bond theft. The FBI tracks the bonds to a real-estate mogul, but Peter and Neal need to figure out why he wants the woman dead.
"Memphis Beat" Tonight at 10 on TNT. Dwight negotiates a hostage crisis, only to become a hostage himself. To resolve the delicate situation, he must delve into his captor's past and crack the mysteries of a decades-old murder. In the meantime, Lt. Rice's ex-husband stirs up trouble. Clarence Williams III and Veronica Cartwright guest star.
"Rescue Me" Tonight at 10 on FX. The guys must improvise when they respond to a school fire. Meanwhile, Tommy and Janet go on a dinner date and are jolted by a face from their past.
Monday, August 9, 2010
August 9, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Bachelor Pad" Tonight at 8 on ABC. "The Bachelor" and "The Bachelorette" meet "Big Brother" in this elimination contest, in which 19 castoffs from the ABC dating games face weekly challenges while living under the same roof. In the opener, they move into the bachelor pad, where their first challenge---a game of Twister---awaits. Then, before the first elimination, there's a day-night group date. Chris Harrison and Melissa Rycroft are the hosts.
"Teen Choice 2010" Tonight at 8 on Fox. Justin Bieber, Diddy-Dirty Money, Jason Derulo, Travie McCoy and Bruno Mars perform at the 12th annual gala honoring achievement in entertainment, sports and fashion. Katy Perry and male "Glee" cast members host. Scheduled to appear: Robert Pattinson, Ellen Degeneres, Chace Crawford, Taylor Swift, Jimmy Fallon, Selena Gomez, Betty White, Leighton Meester, David Archuleta, Kristen Bell, John Cena, Miranda Cosgrove, Zac Efron, Khloe, Kim and Kourtney Kardashian, Jim Parsons and Shailene Woodley.
"Secret Life of the American Teenager" Tonight at 8 on ABC Family. Ricky travels to New York City to see Amy, and his trip angers Ben and Adrian. Ben then accompanies Adrian when she gets a sonogram, and he entertains the idea of asking her to marry him.
"Too Fat for 15: Fighting Back" Tonight at 8 on Style. Overweight kids enroll at a weight-loss boarding school in North Carolina to attempt to shed unwanted pounds. In the opener, the kids arrive and begin their four-month training program.
"Last Comic Standing" Tonight at 9 on NBC. The winning stand-up comic is revealed in the Season 7 finale. Guest performers include Kathy Griffin; Tom Papa; Gloria Gaynor; the Nasty Delicious (host Craig Robinson's band); Iliza Shlesinger; and judges Greg Giraldo, Natasha Leggero and Andy Kindler. Comic actor Fred Willard makes an appearance.
"American Pickers" Tonight at 9 on History. A stuffed-animal collection and odd memorabilia belonging to a man whose neighbors call him the "Spooky Collector" are explored. Also: a visit to an Illinois collector who's downsizing; and a visit with an old friend.
"Dating in the Dark" Tonight at 10:01 on ABC. In the second-season opener, six singles try getting to know each other in the darkroom. Among the contestants: a man who's not attracted to overweight people and a woman who sings country music.
"Teen Choice 2010" Tonight at 8 on Fox. Justin Bieber, Diddy-Dirty Money, Jason Derulo, Travie McCoy and Bruno Mars perform at the 12th annual gala honoring achievement in entertainment, sports and fashion. Katy Perry and male "Glee" cast members host. Scheduled to appear: Robert Pattinson, Ellen Degeneres, Chace Crawford, Taylor Swift, Jimmy Fallon, Selena Gomez, Betty White, Leighton Meester, David Archuleta, Kristen Bell, John Cena, Miranda Cosgrove, Zac Efron, Khloe, Kim and Kourtney Kardashian, Jim Parsons and Shailene Woodley.
"Secret Life of the American Teenager" Tonight at 8 on ABC Family. Ricky travels to New York City to see Amy, and his trip angers Ben and Adrian. Ben then accompanies Adrian when she gets a sonogram, and he entertains the idea of asking her to marry him.
"Too Fat for 15: Fighting Back" Tonight at 8 on Style. Overweight kids enroll at a weight-loss boarding school in North Carolina to attempt to shed unwanted pounds. In the opener, the kids arrive and begin their four-month training program.
"Last Comic Standing" Tonight at 9 on NBC. The winning stand-up comic is revealed in the Season 7 finale. Guest performers include Kathy Griffin; Tom Papa; Gloria Gaynor; the Nasty Delicious (host Craig Robinson's band); Iliza Shlesinger; and judges Greg Giraldo, Natasha Leggero and Andy Kindler. Comic actor Fred Willard makes an appearance.
"American Pickers" Tonight at 9 on History. A stuffed-animal collection and odd memorabilia belonging to a man whose neighbors call him the "Spooky Collector" are explored. Also: a visit to an Illinois collector who's downsizing; and a visit with an old friend.
"Dating in the Dark" Tonight at 10:01 on ABC. In the second-season opener, six singles try getting to know each other in the darkroom. Among the contestants: a man who's not attracted to overweight people and a woman who sings country music.
Sunday, August 8, 2010
August 8, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Sunday Night Football:Exhibition: Bengals vs. Cowboys" Tonight at 8 on NBC. Exhibition: Cincinnati vs. Dallas in the Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio.
"MLB Baseball:Red Sox at Yankees" Tonight at 8 on ESPN. Boston at New York Yankees.
"Leverage" Tonight at 9 on TNT. An unexpected adversary comes to the fore when the scheme team springs into action to help honest small-business men who are manipulated into committing crimes. Tom Skerritt guest stars. Dean Devlin directed the episode.
"Family Guy" Tonight at 9 on Fox. Season 9 finale: The "Star Wars" saga, "Family Guy"-style, continues with Peter's spin on "The Empire Strikes Back."
"True Blood" Tonight at 9 on HBO. Alcide's family emergency leaves Sookie unprotected; Lafayette is surprised by a visit from his mom (Alfre Woodard); Sam has his hands full with Tommy; Jessica and Bill patch up their differences; Sophie-Anne moves into a new home; Jason makes a desperate move to save Crystal.
"Mad Men" Tonight at 10 on AMC. Don makes a jaunt to Acapulco, while back at the office, Lane and Joan get into a serious disagreement.
"Army Wives" Tonight at 10 on Lifetime. Dr. Jill Biden (as herself) visits the fort and discusses challenges faced by military families with a deployed relative; Denise is caught in the middle when her sisters come to visit and bicker throughout their stay; Trevor's unit runs into trouble; and Roland aids Chase as he attends therapy.
"MLB Baseball:Red Sox at Yankees" Tonight at 8 on ESPN. Boston at New York Yankees.
"Leverage" Tonight at 9 on TNT. An unexpected adversary comes to the fore when the scheme team springs into action to help honest small-business men who are manipulated into committing crimes. Tom Skerritt guest stars. Dean Devlin directed the episode.
"Family Guy" Tonight at 9 on Fox. Season 9 finale: The "Star Wars" saga, "Family Guy"-style, continues with Peter's spin on "The Empire Strikes Back."
"True Blood" Tonight at 9 on HBO. Alcide's family emergency leaves Sookie unprotected; Lafayette is surprised by a visit from his mom (Alfre Woodard); Sam has his hands full with Tommy; Jessica and Bill patch up their differences; Sophie-Anne moves into a new home; Jason makes a desperate move to save Crystal.
"Mad Men" Tonight at 10 on AMC. Don makes a jaunt to Acapulco, while back at the office, Lane and Joan get into a serious disagreement.
"Army Wives" Tonight at 10 on Lifetime. Dr. Jill Biden (as herself) visits the fort and discusses challenges faced by military families with a deployed relative; Denise is caught in the middle when her sisters come to visit and bicker throughout their stay; Trevor's unit runs into trouble; and Roland aids Chase as he attends therapy.
Saturday, August 7, 2010
August 7, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"NASCAR Racing:Nationwide Series in Watkins Glen, N.Y." Today at 2 on ESPN. The Zippo 200 at the Glen, a Nationwide Series road race in Watkins Glen, N.Y. Aussie Marcos Ambrose has outraced Kyle Busch to the checkered flag here each of the last two years.
"Pro Football Hall of Fame Induction:From Canton, Ohio" Tonight at 7 on ESPN. Ceremonies in Canton, Ohio, honoring Jerry Rice, Emmitt Smith, Rickey Jackson, Dick LeBeau, Russ Grimm, Floyd Little and John Randle.
"Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian" Tonight at 8 on HBO. This adventure comedy finds perpetual underdog Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) getting quite a shock when his mantle as a late-night museum security guard is put to the test after the exhibits come to life once again and begin wreaking havoc. Determined to save the Smithsonian museum from destruction, Larry takes on a loose T. rex, Attila the Hun and Roman gladiators eager to wage the epic battles of years gone by. Owen Wilson, Steve Coogan.
"America's Most Wanted" Tonight at 9 on Fox. Featured fugitives include Mario Pena of Lathrop, Cal., who escaped while on trial for killing his girlfriend's 11-month-old son in 2008.
"Being Human" Tonight at 9 on BBC Amer. Mitchell reluctantly becomes the leader of the vampires in hopes of putting an end to their random killings. Meanwhile, George helps Annie reunite her old boss with the love of his life.
"Croc Attack" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. Dr. Adam Britton probes the rising number of crocodile attacks in Australia following a girl's fatal encounter in Darwin.
"Pit Boss" Tonight at 10 on Animal Planet. A visit from Sebastian's girlfriend makes him reconsider his living situation; Shorty and Ashley help an abused pit bull.
"Pro Football Hall of Fame Induction:From Canton, Ohio" Tonight at 7 on ESPN. Ceremonies in Canton, Ohio, honoring Jerry Rice, Emmitt Smith, Rickey Jackson, Dick LeBeau, Russ Grimm, Floyd Little and John Randle.
"Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian" Tonight at 8 on HBO. This adventure comedy finds perpetual underdog Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) getting quite a shock when his mantle as a late-night museum security guard is put to the test after the exhibits come to life once again and begin wreaking havoc. Determined to save the Smithsonian museum from destruction, Larry takes on a loose T. rex, Attila the Hun and Roman gladiators eager to wage the epic battles of years gone by. Owen Wilson, Steve Coogan.
"America's Most Wanted" Tonight at 9 on Fox. Featured fugitives include Mario Pena of Lathrop, Cal., who escaped while on trial for killing his girlfriend's 11-month-old son in 2008.
"Being Human" Tonight at 9 on BBC Amer. Mitchell reluctantly becomes the leader of the vampires in hopes of putting an end to their random killings. Meanwhile, George helps Annie reunite her old boss with the love of his life.
"Croc Attack" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. Dr. Adam Britton probes the rising number of crocodile attacks in Australia following a girl's fatal encounter in Darwin.
"Pit Boss" Tonight at 10 on Animal Planet. A visit from Sebastian's girlfriend makes him reconsider his living situation; Shorty and Ashley help an abused pit bull.
Friday, August 6, 2010
August 6, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Good Morning America" This morning at 7 on ABC. John Legend performs with the Roots in New York's Central Park. Also: Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, discusses her upcoming appearance on "Army Wives"; chef Rocco DiSpirito prepares a recipe.
"Friday Night Lights" Tonight at 8 on NBC. In the Season 4 finale, the Taylors host Thanksgiving dinner. Elsewhere, Eric advises Vince to act more selfishly; a visitor surprises Julie and Landry; Tim makes a tough call; and East Dillon shows support for the Lions.
"Modern Marvels Essentials" Tonight at 9 on History. Distilleries are discussed.
"My Child Is a Monkey" Tonight at 9 on National Geographic. A look at families who adopt monkeys and treat them like children, and the controversy surrounding the "monkids" phenomenon.
"Eureka" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. Carter enlists the help of Warehouse 13's Claudia Donovan when strange objects materialize in Eureka that could erase the town.
"The Pillars of the Earth" Tonight at 10 on Starz. After William applies to have his father's title of earl transferred to him, he learns that a knight is also interested in the noble ranking. Elsewhere, Jack's reappearance causes a frightened King Stephen to order his assassination; hostages are taken from each side in the ongoing hostilities between the king and Maud; Waleran informs Maud that Philip is responsible for betraying Earl Bartholomew.
"Women's Tennis:Mercury Insurance Open" Tonight at 11 on ESPN2. Mercury Insurance Open quarterfinals in Carlsbad, Cal.
"Friday Night Lights" Tonight at 8 on NBC. In the Season 4 finale, the Taylors host Thanksgiving dinner. Elsewhere, Eric advises Vince to act more selfishly; a visitor surprises Julie and Landry; Tim makes a tough call; and East Dillon shows support for the Lions.
"Modern Marvels Essentials" Tonight at 9 on History. Distilleries are discussed.
"My Child Is a Monkey" Tonight at 9 on National Geographic. A look at families who adopt monkeys and treat them like children, and the controversy surrounding the "monkids" phenomenon.
"Eureka" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. Carter enlists the help of Warehouse 13's Claudia Donovan when strange objects materialize in Eureka that could erase the town.
"The Pillars of the Earth" Tonight at 10 on Starz. After William applies to have his father's title of earl transferred to him, he learns that a knight is also interested in the noble ranking. Elsewhere, Jack's reappearance causes a frightened King Stephen to order his assassination; hostages are taken from each side in the ongoing hostilities between the king and Maud; Waleran informs Maud that Philip is responsible for betraying Earl Bartholomew.
"Women's Tennis:Mercury Insurance Open" Tonight at 11 on ESPN2. Mercury Insurance Open quarterfinals in Carlsbad, Cal.
Thursday, August 5, 2010
August 5, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"So You Think You Can Dance" Tonight at 9 on Fox. One of the Top 4 dancers is eliminated. Also: performances by rapper Flo Rida; singer Janelle Monáe; and ballet dancer Desmond Richardson.
"Gordon Ramsay's Great Escape" Tonight at 9 on BBC Amer. Chef Ramsay arrives in New Delhi and begins his exploration of Indian cuisine in the series premiere. He boards a train bound for Lucknow and prepares Indian classics for 400 passengers. Featured recipes include butter chicken; vegetable pilau; sweet tamarind chutney; and spiced leg of lamb.
"Real Housewives of D.C." Tonight at 9 on Bravo. The well-tended worlds of five women in Washington, D.C., are charted in this entry in the sudsy "Real Housewives" franchise. First up: Michaele Salahi---famed for crashing a White House state dinner in November 2009---throws a polo event, but modeling-agency proprietress Lynda Erkiletian brushes off the function. Meanwhile, Mary Schmidt Amons preps for her birthday party; and Stacie Scott Turner presides over a dinner party.
"Bethenny Getting Married?" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. Season 1 ends with fellow New York City wife Alex McCord helping to plan an official baby shower for Bethenny. The Hoppy family then take in a weekend getaway, but balancing a career and her new role as mother soon proves difficult for Bethenny.
"Ace of Cakes" Tonight at 10 on Food. Duff travels to Boston and dons a tuxedo to deliver a cake to the Boston Symphony Orchestra. While in Beantown, he also throws out the first pitch at a Red Sox game. Also: A huge trophy-shaped cake is created for the 85th annual Virginia Gold Cup steeplechase race.
"Stan Lee's Superhumans" Tonight at 10 on History. Stan Lee and Daniel Browning Smith profile people with unusual abilities. The opener includes a man who is supposedly unharmed by electric currents; a man known as the "Human Calculator"; a blind man who has developed sonar; and a strong man who can bend hammers and horseshoes.
"Gordon Ramsay's Great Escape" Tonight at 9 on BBC Amer. Chef Ramsay arrives in New Delhi and begins his exploration of Indian cuisine in the series premiere. He boards a train bound for Lucknow and prepares Indian classics for 400 passengers. Featured recipes include butter chicken; vegetable pilau; sweet tamarind chutney; and spiced leg of lamb.
"Real Housewives of D.C." Tonight at 9 on Bravo. The well-tended worlds of five women in Washington, D.C., are charted in this entry in the sudsy "Real Housewives" franchise. First up: Michaele Salahi---famed for crashing a White House state dinner in November 2009---throws a polo event, but modeling-agency proprietress Lynda Erkiletian brushes off the function. Meanwhile, Mary Schmidt Amons preps for her birthday party; and Stacie Scott Turner presides over a dinner party.
"Bethenny Getting Married?" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. Season 1 ends with fellow New York City wife Alex McCord helping to plan an official baby shower for Bethenny. The Hoppy family then take in a weekend getaway, but balancing a career and her new role as mother soon proves difficult for Bethenny.
"Ace of Cakes" Tonight at 10 on Food. Duff travels to Boston and dons a tuxedo to deliver a cake to the Boston Symphony Orchestra. While in Beantown, he also throws out the first pitch at a Red Sox game. Also: A huge trophy-shaped cake is created for the 85th annual Virginia Gold Cup steeplechase race.
"Stan Lee's Superhumans" Tonight at 10 on History. Stan Lee and Daniel Browning Smith profile people with unusual abilities. The opener includes a man who is supposedly unharmed by electric currents; a man known as the "Human Calculator"; a blind man who has developed sonar; and a strong man who can bend hammers and horseshoes.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
August 4, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Dark Blue" Tonight at 9 on TNT. Season 2 opens with Carter and his undercover team joining forces with a sightly female FBI agent (Tricia Helfer) to crush a regional crime lord, but the case takes an ugly turn when Carter's close friend falls victim to tragedy.
"America's Got Talent" Tonight at 9 on NBC. Four acts advance to the Top 24 in a results edition. Rocker Bret Michaels and British singer-songwriter Taio Cruz perform.
"Criss Angel: Mindfreak" Tonight at 10 on A&E. In the sixth-season opener, Criss attempts a Grand Canyon jump using a motorcycle-car hybrid.
"The Choir: Boys Don't Sing" Tonight at 10 on BBC Amer. Choirmaster Gareth Malone arrives at a new school and starts forming an all-boys choir in the Season 2 premiere.
"Psych" Tonight at 10 on USA. A rich widow's young beau is killed, and Shawn and Gus think someone trained the man to be a con artist. Jean Smart guest stars.
"Castle" Tonight at 10:01 on ABC. Part 1 of 2. Beckett and Castle work with a skilled federal agent (Dana Delany) to track down a clever serial killer.
"America's Got Talent" Tonight at 9 on NBC. Four acts advance to the Top 24 in a results edition. Rocker Bret Michaels and British singer-songwriter Taio Cruz perform.
"Criss Angel: Mindfreak" Tonight at 10 on A&E. In the sixth-season opener, Criss attempts a Grand Canyon jump using a motorcycle-car hybrid.
"The Choir: Boys Don't Sing" Tonight at 10 on BBC Amer. Choirmaster Gareth Malone arrives at a new school and starts forming an all-boys choir in the Season 2 premiere.
"Psych" Tonight at 10 on USA. A rich widow's young beau is killed, and Shawn and Gus think someone trained the man to be a con artist. Jean Smart guest stars.
"Castle" Tonight at 10:01 on ABC. Part 1 of 2. Beckett and Castle work with a skilled federal agent (Dana Delany) to track down a clever serial killer.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
August 3, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"NCIS" Tonight at 8 on CBS. The investigation of a Marine's death on foreign soil forces Ziva to confront her past.
"18 to Life" Tonight at 9 on The CW. Tom and Jessie shock their families by revealing they're engaged in the debut of this sitcom, which follows a pair of 18-year-olds who tie the knot.
"Bad Girls Club" Tonight at 9 on Oxygen. Hissing, dissing and dishing abound when the unscripted series opens its fifth season. Seven brassy, sassy self-proclaimed bad girls arrive in Miami and try to live together under one roof. First up: One particularly snooty housemate annoys the others.
"Warehouse 13" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. Douglas Fargo leaves Eureka for a trip to Warehouse 13 to update the facility's computer system, which doesn't go as planned. Rene Auberjonois ("Star Trek: Deep Space Nine") guest stars.
"Shaq Vs." Tonight at 9:01 on ABC. Shaquille O'Neal heads to North Carolina to take on Dale Earnhardt Jr. in a head-to-head race at Concord Speedway. Also: a visit to Washington, D.C., to square off with National Spelling Bee champion Kavya Shivashankar.
"Rachel Zoe Project" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. The aftermath of Taylor's firing leaves the Zoe crew reeling in the Season 3 opener. The sweeping change results in promotions for both Brad and Rodger, and the team scrambles to stand tall for a crucial cover shoot with Demi Moore.
"Covert Affairs" Tonight at 10 on USA. Annie is stranded in Zurich with a Mossad agent whom she doesn't trust, while Auggie tries to bring her back. Meanwhile, Joan and Arthur try to find a leak within the organization, and Auggie seems to fit the bill.
"18 to Life" Tonight at 9 on The CW. Tom and Jessie shock their families by revealing they're engaged in the debut of this sitcom, which follows a pair of 18-year-olds who tie the knot.
"Bad Girls Club" Tonight at 9 on Oxygen. Hissing, dissing and dishing abound when the unscripted series opens its fifth season. Seven brassy, sassy self-proclaimed bad girls arrive in Miami and try to live together under one roof. First up: One particularly snooty housemate annoys the others.
"Warehouse 13" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. Douglas Fargo leaves Eureka for a trip to Warehouse 13 to update the facility's computer system, which doesn't go as planned. Rene Auberjonois ("Star Trek: Deep Space Nine") guest stars.
"Shaq Vs." Tonight at 9:01 on ABC. Shaquille O'Neal heads to North Carolina to take on Dale Earnhardt Jr. in a head-to-head race at Concord Speedway. Also: a visit to Washington, D.C., to square off with National Spelling Bee champion Kavya Shivashankar.
"Rachel Zoe Project" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. The aftermath of Taylor's firing leaves the Zoe crew reeling in the Season 3 opener. The sweeping change results in promotions for both Brad and Rodger, and the team scrambles to stand tall for a crucial cover shoot with Demi Moore.
"Covert Affairs" Tonight at 10 on USA. Annie is stranded in Zurich with a Mossad agent whom she doesn't trust, while Auggie tries to bring her back. Meanwhile, Joan and Arthur try to find a leak within the organization, and Auggie seems to fit the bill.
Monday, August 2, 2010
August 2, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"The Bachelorette" Tonight at 8 on ABC. Ali arrives in Bora Bora with two guys (Chris L. and Roberto) and one rose. Her family are also there---and they do her no favor by liking both bachelors equally. Later, Ali takes a huge risk.
"Phineas and Ferb" Tonight at 8 on Disney XD. Phineas and Ferb attempt to travel around the world in one day. Meanwhile, Doofenshmirtz travels to Tokyo with his daughter. Clay Aiken and Chaka Khan perform "I Believe We Can."
"Huge" Tonight at 9 on ABC Family. Alistair shares a secret with Trent when they bond during a spirit quest. Meanwhile, Amber and Will wind up lost in the woods.
"Shark Attack Survival Guide" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. Tips for surviving shark attacks are dispensed by Green Beret Terry Schappert, who gets into the water with live sharks to re-create five scenarios based on survivors' stories.
"Money Hungry" Tonight at 9 on VH1. As the series begins, two-person teams compete to lose 100 or more lbs., with $10,000 of their own money to lose and a $100,000 pot on the line.
"Aftermath" Tonight at 10 on BIO. William Shatner talks to people whose lives were changed by dramatic events, and his guest, in the opener, is Bernhard Goetz, the "Subway Vigilante" who shot four teens in a New York subway in 1984.
"Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations" Tonight at 10 on Travel. An edited version of Dmitri Kasterine's documentary, "Out of the Pan, Into the Fire," which profiled Anthony Bourdain.
"Phineas and Ferb" Tonight at 8 on Disney XD. Phineas and Ferb attempt to travel around the world in one day. Meanwhile, Doofenshmirtz travels to Tokyo with his daughter. Clay Aiken and Chaka Khan perform "I Believe We Can."
"Huge" Tonight at 9 on ABC Family. Alistair shares a secret with Trent when they bond during a spirit quest. Meanwhile, Amber and Will wind up lost in the woods.
"Shark Attack Survival Guide" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. Tips for surviving shark attacks are dispensed by Green Beret Terry Schappert, who gets into the water with live sharks to re-create five scenarios based on survivors' stories.
"Money Hungry" Tonight at 9 on VH1. As the series begins, two-person teams compete to lose 100 or more lbs., with $10,000 of their own money to lose and a $100,000 pot on the line.
"Aftermath" Tonight at 10 on BIO. William Shatner talks to people whose lives were changed by dramatic events, and his guest, in the opener, is Bernhard Goetz, the "Subway Vigilante" who shot four teens in a New York subway in 1984.
"Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations" Tonight at 10 on Travel. An edited version of Dmitri Kasterine's documentary, "Out of the Pan, Into the Fire," which profiled Anthony Bourdain.
Sunday, August 1, 2010
August 1, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"X Games:Skateboarding, Moto X" Tonight at 7 on ESPN2. The final day in Los Angeles. Included: skateboarding (park final, street SK8, big-air rail jam and women's street final); Moto X (speed-and-style final). Host: Sal Masekela.
"Rubicon" Tonight at 8 on AMC. Cloak-and-dagger doings about a troubled but brilliant code-cracking intelligence analyst at a federal agency. In the premiere episode, Will (James Badge Dale) considers quitting after an unsettling tragedy, but changes his mind when he discovers evidence of a possible government conspiracy. In a seemingly unrelated incident, a billionaire commits suicide and his wife ponders the reasons why.
"Top 10 Commercials of 2010" Tonight at 8 on TV Guide Network. A countdown of 2010's most memorable commercials.
"Ultimate Air Jaws" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. Observing great white sharks as they breach the waters off South Africa with shark expert Chris Fallows and filmmaker Jeff Kurr. Included: a shark's assault in the span of a second is slowed down to a minute for a detailed look at the predator in action; a small submarine gets close to the sharks.
"Next Food Network Star" Tonight at 9 on Food. The five remaining hopefuls get to prepare their signature dishes, but they must also incorporate their least favorite ingredient. Then, each will prepare a dish inspired by a different emotion and serve it to Eva Longoria Parker and chef Todd English at their L.A. restaurant, Beso.
"Drop Dead Diva" Tonight at 9 on Lifetime. Jane represents a hostile designer who wants to prevent the release of a tell-all book by her former assistant. Elsewhere, Jane asks Hank the bailiff out on a date, and Kim and Grayson handle a property dispute for a transgender woman in a feud with her partner's parents.
"Entourage" Tonight at 10:30 on HBO. Ari courts Jessica Simpson, Aaron Sorkin and Mike Tyson when he senses Lizzie may be plotting against him; porn star Sasha Grey makes a good impression on Vince, who brings her to a meeting with comic-book icon Stan Lee; Drama fears competition from Bob Saget; Turtle thinks Vince could boost his new business.
"Rubicon" Tonight at 8 on AMC. Cloak-and-dagger doings about a troubled but brilliant code-cracking intelligence analyst at a federal agency. In the premiere episode, Will (James Badge Dale) considers quitting after an unsettling tragedy, but changes his mind when he discovers evidence of a possible government conspiracy. In a seemingly unrelated incident, a billionaire commits suicide and his wife ponders the reasons why.
"Top 10 Commercials of 2010" Tonight at 8 on TV Guide Network. A countdown of 2010's most memorable commercials.
"Ultimate Air Jaws" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. Observing great white sharks as they breach the waters off South Africa with shark expert Chris Fallows and filmmaker Jeff Kurr. Included: a shark's assault in the span of a second is slowed down to a minute for a detailed look at the predator in action; a small submarine gets close to the sharks.
"Next Food Network Star" Tonight at 9 on Food. The five remaining hopefuls get to prepare their signature dishes, but they must also incorporate their least favorite ingredient. Then, each will prepare a dish inspired by a different emotion and serve it to Eva Longoria Parker and chef Todd English at their L.A. restaurant, Beso.
"Drop Dead Diva" Tonight at 9 on Lifetime. Jane represents a hostile designer who wants to prevent the release of a tell-all book by her former assistant. Elsewhere, Jane asks Hank the bailiff out on a date, and Kim and Grayson handle a property dispute for a transgender woman in a feud with her partner's parents.
"Entourage" Tonight at 10:30 on HBO. Ari courts Jessica Simpson, Aaron Sorkin and Mike Tyson when he senses Lizzie may be plotting against him; porn star Sasha Grey makes a good impression on Vince, who brings her to a meeting with comic-book icon Stan Lee; Drama fears competition from Bob Saget; Turtle thinks Vince could boost his new business.
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