"Sports Crash" Tonight at 6 on Spike. Downhill skaters break more than just the speed limit; a motorcyclist leaves it all on the track, and then some; a racer's car explodes, and he lives to tell about it.
"So You Think You Can Dance" Tonight at 8 on Fox. The Top 8 dancers perform.
"Ghost Hunters Academy" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. Colorado's Stanley Hotel is probed and a cadet is chosen as the winner in the first-season finale.
"Dinner: Impossible" Tonight at 10 on Food. Robert heads to Clearwater, Fla., home of the Philadelphia Phillies spring training camp, and prepares a meal for 200 baseball players using major and minor league ingredients.
"Real World" Tonight at 10 on MTV. A wild night out ends with a trip to the hospital for one of the roommates. Also: Eric develops a crush on Sahar.
"Locked Up Abroad" Tonight at 10 on National Geographic. Irish contractors Tom Lynch and John White detail the time they spent in a notorious prison in Baghdad after they were caught by Saddam Hussein's secret police during a failed attempt to cross the Iraq-Syria border in the early days of the Gulf War.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
July 6, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Tour de France:Stage 3" This morning at 8:30 on VS. Stage 3, a 213km leg from Wanze to Arenberg Porte du Hainaut.
"America's Got Talent" Tonight at 9 on NBC. Acts compete for a slot in the Top 48. Recorded at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas.
"The Last Lion of Liuwa" Tonight at 9 on Animal Planet. Following the only remaining lioness of Africa's unforgiving Liuwa Plain as she fights to survive.
"Warehouse 13" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. MacPherson absconds with his prize from the warehouse's bronze sector, a car crash puts Mrs. Frederic in the hospital, and Pete and Myka set off for London to gather clues about MacPherson's scheme in the second-season premiere.
"P.O.V." Tonight at 10 on PBS. An incisive examination of land reform in South Africa, which was promised by Nelson Mandela in 1994 to rectify the wrongs of the country's apartheid past but has proved problematic in the years since. The doc tells both sides of the story, focusing on black claimants seeking ancestral lands and white landowners who don't believe they should be penalized for historical wrongs. Among the subjects is Hannes Visser, who was forced to sell his farm and meatpacking plant by the government.
"Rescue Me" Tonight at 10 on FX. Tommy decides to turn over a new leaf. "I am quitting drinking," he announces to the guys (to gales of laughter). He's also under pressure from Janet to do something about Colleen's drinking, and Sheila wants him to get Damien to quit FDNY. Meanwhile, Tommy tells Lou about what he experienced after being shot, and Mike Siletti overhears it. Soon everyone else knows as well.
"Law & Order: Criminal Intent" Tonight at 10 on USA. In the Season 9 finale, Nichols turns to his father (F. Murray Abraham) for help sorting through three suspects implicated in the murder of a real-estate agent.
"America's Got Talent" Tonight at 9 on NBC. Acts compete for a slot in the Top 48. Recorded at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas.
"The Last Lion of Liuwa" Tonight at 9 on Animal Planet. Following the only remaining lioness of Africa's unforgiving Liuwa Plain as she fights to survive.
"Warehouse 13" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. MacPherson absconds with his prize from the warehouse's bronze sector, a car crash puts Mrs. Frederic in the hospital, and Pete and Myka set off for London to gather clues about MacPherson's scheme in the second-season premiere.
"P.O.V." Tonight at 10 on PBS. An incisive examination of land reform in South Africa, which was promised by Nelson Mandela in 1994 to rectify the wrongs of the country's apartheid past but has proved problematic in the years since. The doc tells both sides of the story, focusing on black claimants seeking ancestral lands and white landowners who don't believe they should be penalized for historical wrongs. Among the subjects is Hannes Visser, who was forced to sell his farm and meatpacking plant by the government.
"Rescue Me" Tonight at 10 on FX. Tommy decides to turn over a new leaf. "I am quitting drinking," he announces to the guys (to gales of laughter). He's also under pressure from Janet to do something about Colleen's drinking, and Sheila wants him to get Damien to quit FDNY. Meanwhile, Tommy tells Lou about what he experienced after being shot, and Mike Siletti overhears it. Soon everyone else knows as well.
"Law & Order: Criminal Intent" Tonight at 10 on USA. In the Season 9 finale, Nichols turns to his father (F. Murray Abraham) for help sorting through three suspects implicated in the murder of a real-estate agent.
Monday, July 5, 2010
July 5, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"The Bachelorette" Tonight at 8 on ABC. Ali lands in Portugal with five bachelors, and falls hard for one during a tour of Lisbon and dinner at a sixth-century castle. Other dates include a private concert by fado singer Maria João Quadros at the National Palace of Pena outside town, a carriage ride, a winery tour and a jaunt to the coast on scooters. Four men win roses and hometown visits from Ali. Also: 2010 Bachelor Jake Pavelka and Vienna Girardi discuss their breakup in an interview with host Chris Harrison.
"Secret Life of the American Teenager" Tonight at 8 on ABC Family. Amy runs into Bristol Palin in her dorm, and soon she realizes the music program is for teen moms. Elsewhere, Ruben is not happy with Adrian's choice about her pregnancy; Jack and Tom become roommates in the Bowman's guest house; and a rumor about Amy spreads through school while she's away.
"Mad Men" Tonight at 8 on AMC. At an advertising agency in 1960s Manhattan, the creative director has problems coming up with ideas for a tobacco account and crosses swords with the female head of a large department store that she wants to take in a new retail direction.
"SpongeBob SquarePants" Tonight at 8 on Nickelodeon. King Neptune (voice of John O'Hurley) has his birthday bash at the Krusty Krab, but he and his queen (voice of Victoria Beckham) are too sad to celebrate without their banished son, Triton (voice of Sebastian Bach). So SpongeBob tries to find Triton, however he's unaware of how angry the exiled offspring has become.
"Unwrapped" Tonight at 8:30 on Food. A Disneyland bakery is toured; international eats are sampled at Epcot; a look at the best spots to dine with Disney characters; a rare peek inside Disney's members-only Club 33 restaurant.
"No One Dies in Lily Dale" Tonight at 9 on HBO. A visit to the western New York hamlet of Lily Dale, a community mostly populated by mediums that attracts people from all over the world each summer to communicate with loved ones in the hereafter and get in touch with their spiritual sides. Directed by Steven Cantor.
"Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations" Tonight at 10 on Travel. Tony gets a taste of the Caribbean when he visits the Grenadine Islands in the Season 7 premiere. During his stay, he goes fishing, scuba diving and tries to hunt a local delicacy.
"Secret Life of the American Teenager" Tonight at 8 on ABC Family. Amy runs into Bristol Palin in her dorm, and soon she realizes the music program is for teen moms. Elsewhere, Ruben is not happy with Adrian's choice about her pregnancy; Jack and Tom become roommates in the Bowman's guest house; and a rumor about Amy spreads through school while she's away.
"Mad Men" Tonight at 8 on AMC. At an advertising agency in 1960s Manhattan, the creative director has problems coming up with ideas for a tobacco account and crosses swords with the female head of a large department store that she wants to take in a new retail direction.
"SpongeBob SquarePants" Tonight at 8 on Nickelodeon. King Neptune (voice of John O'Hurley) has his birthday bash at the Krusty Krab, but he and his queen (voice of Victoria Beckham) are too sad to celebrate without their banished son, Triton (voice of Sebastian Bach). So SpongeBob tries to find Triton, however he's unaware of how angry the exiled offspring has become.
"Unwrapped" Tonight at 8:30 on Food. A Disneyland bakery is toured; international eats are sampled at Epcot; a look at the best spots to dine with Disney characters; a rare peek inside Disney's members-only Club 33 restaurant.
"No One Dies in Lily Dale" Tonight at 9 on HBO. A visit to the western New York hamlet of Lily Dale, a community mostly populated by mediums that attracts people from all over the world each summer to communicate with loved ones in the hereafter and get in touch with their spiritual sides. Directed by Steven Cantor.
"Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations" Tonight at 10 on Travel. Tony gets a taste of the Caribbean when he visits the Grenadine Islands in the Season 7 premiere. During his stay, he goes fishing, scuba diving and tries to hunt a local delicacy.
Sunday, July 4, 2010
July 4, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Tour de France:Stage 1" This morning at 8:30 on VS. Stage 1, a 223.5km leg from Rotterdam to Bruxelles.
"Wimbledon:Men's Final" This morning at 9 on NBC. The men's final at the All England Club in London. Last year, Roger Federer won his record 15th Grand Slam title (and sixth at Wimbledon), defeating Andy Roddick in a five-set classic. The two set a Wimbledon record by playing 77 games in the final.
"Hot Dog Eating Contest" Today at 12 on ESPN. The 95th Nathan's Famous International event from Coney Island, N.Y. Three-time defending champ Joey Chestnut again headlines this holiday tradition along with Sonya Thomas and Tim Janus. Chestnut put away 68 dogs and buns in 10 minutes last year, with six-time champ Takeru Kobayashi polishing off just less than 65.
"Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" Tonight at 8 on ABC. An Iraq War veteran and his family, whose house was damaged by Hurricane Katrina, have their home rebuilt by Ty and his team. Christian Slater is the celebrity volunteer, and Celine Dion and the Jonas Brothers appear.
"A Capitol Fourth 2010" Tonight at 8 on PBS. Jimmy Smits hosts a celebration of America's 234th birthday, featuring Gladys Knight, Reba McEntire, Darius Rucker, "American Idol" finalist David Archuleta, John Schneider, Lang Lang and the National Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Jack Everly. Selections include Tchaikovsky's "1812 Overture" accompanied by cannon fire from the U.S. Army Presidential Salute Battery. Also: McEntire is honored with the National Artistic Achievement Award. From the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol.
"Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular" Tonight at 9 on NBC. Nick Cannon and Alison Sweeney anchor coverage of Manhattan's 34th annual fireworks display, ignited by slated performances by Justin Bieber, Enrique Iglesias and LeAnn Rimes. Appearing: the cast of the film "The Twilight Saga: Eclipse." The event's theme is "American Harmony."
"Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular" Tonight at 10 on CBS. Toby Keith performs with the Boston Pops, under the direction of conductor Keith Lockhart, at the Charles River Esplanade during the 37th annual Independence Day celebration. Craig Ferguson is the host. The finale includes an explosive fireworks display accompanied by the "1812 Overture."
"Wimbledon:Men's Final" This morning at 9 on NBC. The men's final at the All England Club in London. Last year, Roger Federer won his record 15th Grand Slam title (and sixth at Wimbledon), defeating Andy Roddick in a five-set classic. The two set a Wimbledon record by playing 77 games in the final.
"Hot Dog Eating Contest" Today at 12 on ESPN. The 95th Nathan's Famous International event from Coney Island, N.Y. Three-time defending champ Joey Chestnut again headlines this holiday tradition along with Sonya Thomas and Tim Janus. Chestnut put away 68 dogs and buns in 10 minutes last year, with six-time champ Takeru Kobayashi polishing off just less than 65.
"Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" Tonight at 8 on ABC. An Iraq War veteran and his family, whose house was damaged by Hurricane Katrina, have their home rebuilt by Ty and his team. Christian Slater is the celebrity volunteer, and Celine Dion and the Jonas Brothers appear.
"A Capitol Fourth 2010" Tonight at 8 on PBS. Jimmy Smits hosts a celebration of America's 234th birthday, featuring Gladys Knight, Reba McEntire, Darius Rucker, "American Idol" finalist David Archuleta, John Schneider, Lang Lang and the National Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Jack Everly. Selections include Tchaikovsky's "1812 Overture" accompanied by cannon fire from the U.S. Army Presidential Salute Battery. Also: McEntire is honored with the National Artistic Achievement Award. From the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol.
"Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular" Tonight at 9 on NBC. Nick Cannon and Alison Sweeney anchor coverage of Manhattan's 34th annual fireworks display, ignited by slated performances by Justin Bieber, Enrique Iglesias and LeAnn Rimes. Appearing: the cast of the film "The Twilight Saga: Eclipse." The event's theme is "American Harmony."
"Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular" Tonight at 10 on CBS. Toby Keith performs with the Boston Pops, under the direction of conductor Keith Lockhart, at the Charles River Esplanade during the 37th annual Independence Day celebration. Craig Ferguson is the host. The finale includes an explosive fireworks display accompanied by the "1812 Overture."
Saturday, July 3, 2010
July 3, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Wimbledon:Women's final" This morning at 9 on NBC. The women's final at the All England Club in London. Serena Williams won her third Wimbledon last year, defeating her sister Venus in straight sets. The Williams sisters have won 8 of 10 Wimbledon finals since 2000.
"World Cup Soccer:Paraguay vs. Spain" Today at 2 on ABC. Paraguay vs. Spain in a quarterfinal in Johannesburg.
"Mississippi River Quest" Tonight at 7 on National Geographic. Part 1 of 3. A filmmaker teams up with a scientist and a professional angler to boat the entire length of the Mississippi River.
"Michael Jackson---The Final Days" Tonight at 8 on CNN. Don Lemon details the last days of Michael Jackson (1958-2009) via interviews with family members, friends and others, including brothers Jermaine and Tito Jackson, and Dr. Deepak Chopra. Also: Jackson's preparations for his "This Is It" tour are discussed with AEG Live CEO Randy Phillips, choreographer Travis Payne and musical director Michael Bearden.
"Dolly Celebrates 25 Years of Dollywood" Tonight at 8 on Hallmark. Dolly Parton marks the 25th anniversary of the opening of her Tennessee theme park, Dollywood, with a musical celebration. Parton, Miley and Billy Ray Cyrus, and Kenny Rogers perform, while Reba McEntire, Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney and others offer their own tributes to the country icon.
"John Adams" Tonight at 8 on HBO. The aftermath of the Boston Massacre in 1770 cements John Adams' reputation as a crusader for justice, and he is invited to join the Continental Congress in Philadelphia.
"Up" Tonight at 9 on Starz. A feisty septuagenarian reluctantly teams up with a young explorer in this Oscar-winning Best Animated Feature Film by Pixar. Carl Fredricksen (voiced by Ed Asner) is a 78-year-old balloon salesman who dreams of seeing the wilds of South America, and it looks like he may get there after tying enough helium balloons to his house to take flight. The only kink in his plan is the 8-year-old stowaway on his front porch. Voices include Christopher Plummer and John Ratzenberger.
"World Cup Soccer:Paraguay vs. Spain" Today at 2 on ABC. Paraguay vs. Spain in a quarterfinal in Johannesburg.
"Mississippi River Quest" Tonight at 7 on National Geographic. Part 1 of 3. A filmmaker teams up with a scientist and a professional angler to boat the entire length of the Mississippi River.
"Michael Jackson---The Final Days" Tonight at 8 on CNN. Don Lemon details the last days of Michael Jackson (1958-2009) via interviews with family members, friends and others, including brothers Jermaine and Tito Jackson, and Dr. Deepak Chopra. Also: Jackson's preparations for his "This Is It" tour are discussed with AEG Live CEO Randy Phillips, choreographer Travis Payne and musical director Michael Bearden.
"Dolly Celebrates 25 Years of Dollywood" Tonight at 8 on Hallmark. Dolly Parton marks the 25th anniversary of the opening of her Tennessee theme park, Dollywood, with a musical celebration. Parton, Miley and Billy Ray Cyrus, and Kenny Rogers perform, while Reba McEntire, Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney and others offer their own tributes to the country icon.
"John Adams" Tonight at 8 on HBO. The aftermath of the Boston Massacre in 1770 cements John Adams' reputation as a crusader for justice, and he is invited to join the Continental Congress in Philadelphia.
"Up" Tonight at 9 on Starz. A feisty septuagenarian reluctantly teams up with a young explorer in this Oscar-winning Best Animated Feature Film by Pixar. Carl Fredricksen (voiced by Ed Asner) is a 78-year-old balloon salesman who dreams of seeing the wilds of South America, and it looks like he may get there after tying enough helium balloons to his house to take flight. The only kink in his plan is the 8-year-old stowaway on his front porch. Voices include Christopher Plummer and John Ratzenberger.
Friday, July 2, 2010
July 2, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"World Cup Soccer:Brazil vs. Netherlands" This morning at 9:30 on ESPN. Brazil vs. Netherlands in a quarterfinal in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.
"House" Tonight at 8 on Fox. An ailing college football player has a variety of symptoms that might keep him from an NFL tryout---at the very least. Meanwhile, Foreman's brother (Orlando Jones) visits the hospital.
"America Celebrates July 4th at Ford's Theatre" Tonight at 9 on ABC. Kelly Clarkson, Dick Van Dyke, Renée Fleming, George Lopez, Lionel Richie and host Ty Burrell celebrate the nation's 234th birthday, joined by Broadway's Laura Michelle Kelly and Gavin Lee ("Mary Poppins") and Montego Glover ("Memphis"), President and Mrs. Obama, the U.S. Army Field Band's Soldiers' Chorus, Robin Roberts and former secretary of state Colin Powell, who salutes five U.S. Medal of Honor winners. Taped June 6, 2010.
"Knockout Sportsworld" Tonight at 9 on Spike. The series opener. Mike Tyson knocks out a foe; two mixed-martial-arts fighters go down at once; a hockey player is leveled.
"Miami Medical" Tonight at 10 on CBS. In the series finale, Proctor and Zambrano each question their ethical boundaries when faced with difficult decisions concerning the lives of their patients. Meanwhile, Deleo's brother unexpectedly reappears.
"Merlin" Tonight at 10 on Syfy. In the Season 2 finale, the freed dragon attacks Camelot with a fury that cannot be defeated except by a dragonlord, all but one of whom were killed years earlier at Uther's behest. So Merlin and Arthur set out to locate the last dragonlord (John Lynch), who holds the key not only to the kingdom's future but to Merlin's past.
"Glenn Martin, DDS" Tonight at 10:30 on Nickelodeon. Wendy becomes a high-school quarterback in an attempt to make Glenn proud of her. Elsewhere, Conor tries to bring dancing back to a town that's forbidden it.
"House" Tonight at 8 on Fox. An ailing college football player has a variety of symptoms that might keep him from an NFL tryout---at the very least. Meanwhile, Foreman's brother (Orlando Jones) visits the hospital.
"America Celebrates July 4th at Ford's Theatre" Tonight at 9 on ABC. Kelly Clarkson, Dick Van Dyke, Renée Fleming, George Lopez, Lionel Richie and host Ty Burrell celebrate the nation's 234th birthday, joined by Broadway's Laura Michelle Kelly and Gavin Lee ("Mary Poppins") and Montego Glover ("Memphis"), President and Mrs. Obama, the U.S. Army Field Band's Soldiers' Chorus, Robin Roberts and former secretary of state Colin Powell, who salutes five U.S. Medal of Honor winners. Taped June 6, 2010.
"Knockout Sportsworld" Tonight at 9 on Spike. The series opener. Mike Tyson knocks out a foe; two mixed-martial-arts fighters go down at once; a hockey player is leveled.
"Miami Medical" Tonight at 10 on CBS. In the series finale, Proctor and Zambrano each question their ethical boundaries when faced with difficult decisions concerning the lives of their patients. Meanwhile, Deleo's brother unexpectedly reappears.
"Merlin" Tonight at 10 on Syfy. In the Season 2 finale, the freed dragon attacks Camelot with a fury that cannot be defeated except by a dragonlord, all but one of whom were killed years earlier at Uther's behest. So Merlin and Arthur set out to locate the last dragonlord (John Lynch), who holds the key not only to the kingdom's future but to Merlin's past.
"Glenn Martin, DDS" Tonight at 10:30 on Nickelodeon. Wendy becomes a high-school quarterback in an attempt to make Glenn proud of her. Elsewhere, Conor tries to bring dancing back to a town that's forbidden it.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
July 1, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"PGA Tour Golf:AT&T National" Today at 2 on Golf. Opening-round play in the AT&T National at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pa. Tiger Woods won last year's event by a stroke over Hunter Mahan, who outshot Woods in the final round by five strokes.
"So You Think You Can Dance" Tonight at 9 on Fox. One of the Top 9 dancers is eliminated. Also: Ne-Yo sings "Beautiful Monster"; a performance of "Return to Sender" by the cast of Cirque du Soleil's Viva ELVIS.
"Soundstage" Tonight at 10 on PBS. Willie Nelson performs selections from his slated 2010 album "Country Music," including "Pistol Packin' Mama" and "Satisfied Mind." Also on tap: "Whiskey River," "Drinking Champagne," "Dark as a Dungeon" and "Trouble in Mind."
"Bethenny Getting Married?" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. With her wedding fast approaching, Bethenny has various nuptial-planning adventures that include a bridal shower hosted by fellow New York City housewife Alex McCord, a wedding dress that might be too small and a fiancé who resists the planning process. Yet Bethenny tries to push the stress aside as she attends her rehearsal brunch.
"Ace of Cakes" Tonight at 10 on Food. The Charm City Cakes crew reflects on the first 100 episodes of "Ace of Cakes" in the Season 9 premiere. Also: a complex roller-coaster cake is constructed.
"Raising Sextuplets" Tonight at 10 on WE tv. The Masches decide to move to Destin, Fla., but both sets of grandparents are against the idea. Meanwhile, the kids' cribs are replaced with beds; potty training begins; and the gang have one last family outing together during a boating trip on Lake Havasu.
"So You Think You Can Dance" Tonight at 9 on Fox. One of the Top 9 dancers is eliminated. Also: Ne-Yo sings "Beautiful Monster"; a performance of "Return to Sender" by the cast of Cirque du Soleil's Viva ELVIS.
"Soundstage" Tonight at 10 on PBS. Willie Nelson performs selections from his slated 2010 album "Country Music," including "Pistol Packin' Mama" and "Satisfied Mind." Also on tap: "Whiskey River," "Drinking Champagne," "Dark as a Dungeon" and "Trouble in Mind."
"Bethenny Getting Married?" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. With her wedding fast approaching, Bethenny has various nuptial-planning adventures that include a bridal shower hosted by fellow New York City housewife Alex McCord, a wedding dress that might be too small and a fiancé who resists the planning process. Yet Bethenny tries to push the stress aside as she attends her rehearsal brunch.
"Ace of Cakes" Tonight at 10 on Food. The Charm City Cakes crew reflects on the first 100 episodes of "Ace of Cakes" in the Season 9 premiere. Also: a complex roller-coaster cake is constructed.
"Raising Sextuplets" Tonight at 10 on WE tv. The Masches decide to move to Destin, Fla., but both sets of grandparents are against the idea. Meanwhile, the kids' cribs are replaced with beds; potty training begins; and the gang have one last family outing together during a boating trip on Lake Havasu.
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