"America's Got Talent" Tonight at 9 on NBC. Four acts advance to the Top 24 in a results installment.
"American Masters" Tonight at 9 on PBS. "There are a lot of us that they called outlaws back in the beginning, but Merle was a real outlaw" says a laughing Kris Kristofferson in this penetrating profile of "the poet of the working man," Merle Haggard. The doc charts his rise from a hard-scrabble early life, including prison time, and the death of his father, to topping the country-music charts, and features a wealth of archival footage and remarks from Haggard, family and such friends as Kristofferson, Keith Richards and Tanya Tucker.
"Confessions: Animal Hoarding" Tonight at 9 on Animal Planet. A series chronicling the compulsions of people who own numerous animals as pets. The first episode profiles a woman who won't let her dogs out of the house and a man who lives with 30 cats.
"Fabulous Beekman Boys" Tonight at 9 on Plan. Green. The men's parents visit the farm for Thanksgiving, where they meet each other for the first time.
"Pros vs. Joes" Tonight at 10 on Spike. The NBA takes on the NFL as retired hoopsters Kenny Smith, Rick Fox and Hakeem Olajuwon face off against gridiron standouts Terrell Owens, Donovan McNabb and Antonio Gates. Included: a three-on-three basketball contest.
"Hot in Cleveland" Tonight at 10 on TV Land. The past becomes present when Melanie's mother (Shirley Knight) and Victoria's father (Hal Linden) pick the same weekend for a visit, while Joy is less than thrilled to see her mother (Juliet Mills).
"Castle" Tonight at 10:01 on ABC. A talk-show host (Tom Bergeron) dies hours after warning Castle of his impending fate, and Castle must convince Beckett that the death wasn't from natural causes. Meanwhile, Castle is charmed by a sexy actress (Kelly Carlson).
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
July 20, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Tour de France:Stage 16" This morning at 6:30 on VS. Stage 16, a 199.5km leg from Bagnères-de-Luchon to Pau.
"Pretty Little Liars" Tonight at 8 on ABC Family. The girls deal with the fallout from the homecoming dance as they mull over a secret about Toby. Meanwhile, Aria starts getting troubling text messages from someone besides "A." Sara Shepard, author of the books the series is based on, guest stars.
"Deadliest Catch" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. Capt. Phil Harris passes away while the fleet faces the biggest storm of the season. Later, Josh alerts the crews about his father's death.
"Memphis Beat" Tonight at 10 on TNT. Dwight is on the beat when the matriarch of a famed family music group dies, followed by the group manager's plummet from a balcony. But rancorous rivalries within the group threaten to derail Dwight's case. Giovanni Ribisi guest stars.
"Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. Kathy hopes to promote women's health by having a public Pap smear. Meanwhile, she goes on a self-publicity media blitz to raise awareness for a New York gig and ultimately bonds with Joy Behar.
"Rescue Me" Tonight at 10 on FX. With the cookout approaching one key ingredient is missing, so the crew takes a drastic step to obtain it. Meanwhile, Tommy continues to be troubled by his taste of the afterlife, so he seeks out a priest (Peter Gallagher); Sean helps a cancer-stricken firefighter (Will Chase) break out of the hospital; and Damien consorts with the enemy, so to speak, when he dates a probie (Deanna Russo) from the rival firehouse, the West Side Wildmen.
"If You Really Knew Me" Tonight at 11 on MTV. A star athlete at Freedom High School in Oakley, Cal., stands up against racism on the school football team in the premiere of the documentary series that aims to shed stereotypes by getting kids from different cliques to open up to one another.
"Pretty Little Liars" Tonight at 8 on ABC Family. The girls deal with the fallout from the homecoming dance as they mull over a secret about Toby. Meanwhile, Aria starts getting troubling text messages from someone besides "A." Sara Shepard, author of the books the series is based on, guest stars.
"Deadliest Catch" Tonight at 9 on Discovery. Capt. Phil Harris passes away while the fleet faces the biggest storm of the season. Later, Josh alerts the crews about his father's death.
"Memphis Beat" Tonight at 10 on TNT. Dwight is on the beat when the matriarch of a famed family music group dies, followed by the group manager's plummet from a balcony. But rancorous rivalries within the group threaten to derail Dwight's case. Giovanni Ribisi guest stars.
"Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List" Tonight at 10 on Bravo. Kathy hopes to promote women's health by having a public Pap smear. Meanwhile, she goes on a self-publicity media blitz to raise awareness for a New York gig and ultimately bonds with Joy Behar.
"Rescue Me" Tonight at 10 on FX. With the cookout approaching one key ingredient is missing, so the crew takes a drastic step to obtain it. Meanwhile, Tommy continues to be troubled by his taste of the afterlife, so he seeks out a priest (Peter Gallagher); Sean helps a cancer-stricken firefighter (Will Chase) break out of the hospital; and Damien consorts with the enemy, so to speak, when he dates a probie (Deanna Russo) from the rival firehouse, the West Side Wildmen.
"If You Really Knew Me" Tonight at 11 on MTV. A star athlete at Freedom High School in Oakley, Cal., stands up against racism on the school football team in the premiere of the documentary series that aims to shed stereotypes by getting kids from different cliques to open up to one another.
Monday, July 19, 2010
July 19, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"The Bachelorette" Tonight at 8 on ABC. Ali and the three remaining bachelors arrive in Tahiti (the French Polynesian island Taha'a, to be precise) for sailing in a catamaran, frolicking in waters off a heart-shaped private island and, perhaps, fantasy-suite nights. One guy surprises Ali before she gives roses to the two survivors who will accompany her to Bora Bora, where she'll make her final choice.
"Secret Life of the American Teenager" Tonight at 8 on ABC Family. Ben travels to New York City to visit Amy and tell her about Adrian's pregnancy. Elsewhere, Ricky gets reacquainted with his mother.
"Lucky" Tonight at 9 on HBO. Director Jeffrey Blitz ("Spellbound") examines the history and seductive power of lotteries and profiles a handful of jackpot winners whose lives were changed immeasurably---some for the better, some not---by lucking into huge sums of cash. Nominated for a Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival.
"The Client List" Tonight at 9 on Lifetime. A mother (Jennifer Love Hewitt) secretly turns to prostitution to support her family, but soon finds herself in trouble with the law and faced with a major decision: reveal the names of her bigwig clients or lose her kids. Based on a true story.
"True Beauty" Tonight at 10:02 on ABC. In the second-season finale, a winner is chosen...and gets $100,000. But first, the three beauties left are paired with celebrities to party the night away. They then don't get to sleep it off, but instead must film a commercial about Las Vegas. One player folds like a house of cards from the sleep deprivation.
"Secret Life of the American Teenager" Tonight at 8 on ABC Family. Ben travels to New York City to visit Amy and tell her about Adrian's pregnancy. Elsewhere, Ricky gets reacquainted with his mother.
"Lucky" Tonight at 9 on HBO. Director Jeffrey Blitz ("Spellbound") examines the history and seductive power of lotteries and profiles a handful of jackpot winners whose lives were changed immeasurably---some for the better, some not---by lucking into huge sums of cash. Nominated for a Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival.
"The Client List" Tonight at 9 on Lifetime. A mother (Jennifer Love Hewitt) secretly turns to prostitution to support her family, but soon finds herself in trouble with the law and faced with a major decision: reveal the names of her bigwig clients or lose her kids. Based on a true story.
"True Beauty" Tonight at 10:02 on ABC. In the second-season finale, a winner is chosen...and gets $100,000. But first, the three beauties left are paired with celebrities to party the night away. They then don't get to sleep it off, but instead must film a commercial about Las Vegas. One player folds like a house of cards from the sleep deprivation.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
July 18. 2010 *spoiler alert*
"Revenge of the Bridesmaids" Tonight at 8 on ABC Family. Two women (Raven-Symoné and JoAnna Garcia) try to sabotage their former friend's wedding by becoming her bridesmaids. Their motive is revenge, since the bride stole their pal's boyfriend.
"MLB Baseball:Phillies at Cubs" Tonight at 8 on ESPN. Philadelphia at Chicago Cubs.
"True Blood" Tonight at 9 on HBO. Sookie and Alcide seek counsel from an expert to counter Russell's werewolves; Tara mulls an offer from Franklin; Joe Lee lets Sam and Tommy down; Lafayette learns a lesson from Jesus; Eric's zest for revenge intensifies with a reminder of his past.
"Drop Dead Diva" Tonight at 9 on Lifetime. A pop duo are on trial, and Grayson's romantic connection with one of the singers proves distracting to Jane; Kim and Parker represent a bed-and-breakfast that received a scalding review; and Fred tries to stir jealousy in Stacy by showing off his dating escapades.
"Around the World in 90 Minutes" Tonight at 9 on Plan. Green. Images of Earth captured by the International Space Station depict events from across the globe within a 90-minute time frame, including scenes from Canada and Monaco.
"Family Guy" Tonight at 9:30 on Fox. Two guys (voices of Dan Aykroyd and Chevy Chase) who turn out to be spies move into Cleveland's old house and soon have dossiers on everybody in Quahog. Then they head to Russia for a secret mission, with suspicious Stewie and Brian in hot pursuit. A "Cleveland Show" crossover includes brief appearances by Cleveland and Tim.
"The Real L Word" Tonight at 10 on Showtime. Whitney heads to San Francisco to catch up with Sara; Natalie and Rose have a tiff at a family function; Nikki finds an affordable wedding dress, but an indecisive Jill approaches the big day without a suitable gown. Meanwhile, Mikey's finances are stretched when she has to rent an expensive tent for fashion-week festivities; Tracy's mother struggles to deal with her daughter's sexuality and her relationship with Stamie.
"MLB Baseball:Phillies at Cubs" Tonight at 8 on ESPN. Philadelphia at Chicago Cubs.
"True Blood" Tonight at 9 on HBO. Sookie and Alcide seek counsel from an expert to counter Russell's werewolves; Tara mulls an offer from Franklin; Joe Lee lets Sam and Tommy down; Lafayette learns a lesson from Jesus; Eric's zest for revenge intensifies with a reminder of his past.
"Drop Dead Diva" Tonight at 9 on Lifetime. A pop duo are on trial, and Grayson's romantic connection with one of the singers proves distracting to Jane; Kim and Parker represent a bed-and-breakfast that received a scalding review; and Fred tries to stir jealousy in Stacy by showing off his dating escapades.
"Around the World in 90 Minutes" Tonight at 9 on Plan. Green. Images of Earth captured by the International Space Station depict events from across the globe within a 90-minute time frame, including scenes from Canada and Monaco.
"Family Guy" Tonight at 9:30 on Fox. Two guys (voices of Dan Aykroyd and Chevy Chase) who turn out to be spies move into Cleveland's old house and soon have dossiers on everybody in Quahog. Then they head to Russia for a secret mission, with suspicious Stewie and Brian in hot pursuit. A "Cleveland Show" crossover includes brief appearances by Cleveland and Tim.
"The Real L Word" Tonight at 10 on Showtime. Whitney heads to San Francisco to catch up with Sara; Natalie and Rose have a tiff at a family function; Nikki finds an affordable wedding dress, but an indecisive Jill approaches the big day without a suitable gown. Meanwhile, Mikey's finances are stretched when she has to rent an expensive tent for fashion-week festivities; Tracy's mother struggles to deal with her daughter's sexuality and her relationship with Stamie.
Saturday, July 17, 2010
July 17, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"British Open:Third-round play" This morning at 7 on ESPN. Third-round play on the Old Course at St. Andrews in Fife, Scotland. Records indicate that golf has been played on this site since at least the 16th century. This is the 28th time St. Andrews has hosted this event since 1873, with Tiger Woods winning the last two Opens played here in 2000 and 2005.
"Cops" Tonight at 8 on Fox. Police in Portland, Ore., use their Tasers to break up a fight; stolen merchandise is found on Las Vegas teens accused of breaking store windows with rocks.
"Powering the Future" Tonight at 8 on Discovery. Efforts to provide power in the future are examined in the opener of a documentary series focused on potential new energy sources and the drive to end dependence on fossil fuels.
"Jack's Family Adventure" Tonight at 9 on Hallmark. A successful ad man (Jonathan Silverman) tries to reconnect with his family by taking them on a monthlong vacation to a rustic cabin that he recently inherited. Though resistant at first, the family start to enjoy themselves after meeting a cowboy (Peter Strauss) who teaches them about life's simpler pleasures.
"2012" Tonight at 9 on Starz. When a global cataclysm throws the world into chaos, divorced writer and father Jackson Curtis (John Cusack) races to save his family by obtaining passage on a gigantic ark in China. Directed by Roland Emmerich.
"Shrek 2" Tonight at 9 on TBS. Although not quite the equal of the 2001 original, this smart and funny sequel still delivers the goods as the big green ogre (voice of Mike Myers) meets his in-laws. The voice cast also includes Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz and Antonio Banderas (who steals every scene he's in as Puss in Boots).
"My Ghost Story" Tonight at 10 on BIO. The opener of a series recalling supposed experiences involving ghosts includes a scientist's discovery of mysterious footage on his security camera; a ghost crew aboard a ship; the ghosts of slaves who used the Underground Railroad; the spirit of a jilted bride who haunts the hotel where she committed suicide.
"Cops" Tonight at 8 on Fox. Police in Portland, Ore., use their Tasers to break up a fight; stolen merchandise is found on Las Vegas teens accused of breaking store windows with rocks.
"Powering the Future" Tonight at 8 on Discovery. Efforts to provide power in the future are examined in the opener of a documentary series focused on potential new energy sources and the drive to end dependence on fossil fuels.
"Jack's Family Adventure" Tonight at 9 on Hallmark. A successful ad man (Jonathan Silverman) tries to reconnect with his family by taking them on a monthlong vacation to a rustic cabin that he recently inherited. Though resistant at first, the family start to enjoy themselves after meeting a cowboy (Peter Strauss) who teaches them about life's simpler pleasures.
"2012" Tonight at 9 on Starz. When a global cataclysm throws the world into chaos, divorced writer and father Jackson Curtis (John Cusack) races to save his family by obtaining passage on a gigantic ark in China. Directed by Roland Emmerich.
"Shrek 2" Tonight at 9 on TBS. Although not quite the equal of the 2001 original, this smart and funny sequel still delivers the goods as the big green ogre (voice of Mike Myers) meets his in-laws. The voice cast also includes Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz and Antonio Banderas (who steals every scene he's in as Puss in Boots).
"My Ghost Story" Tonight at 10 on BIO. The opener of a series recalling supposed experiences involving ghosts includes a scientist's discovery of mysterious footage on his security camera; a ghost crew aboard a ship; the ghosts of slaves who used the Underground Railroad; the spirit of a jilted bride who haunts the hotel where she committed suicide.
Friday, July 16, 2010
July 16, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"The Jensen Project" Tonight at 8 on NBC. Two former members of a secret society of genius researchers embark on a mission with their teen son to thwart a rogue colleague and secure potentially deadly technology. Along the way, they strengthen their family ties. Brady Smith, Kellie Martin.
"Supernatural" Tonight at 9 on The CW. Sam and Dean are tricked into attending a "Supernatural" convention where fans dress up as the brothers. But the entertaining event is soon disrupted by a ghost.
"Whale Wars" Tonight at 9 on Animal Planet. A collision with the Japanese destroys one of Watson's ships.
"Eureka" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. A runaway project named "Tiny" causes a panic in town during the Founder's Day celebration while Carter, Henry, Lupo, Fargo and Allison adjust to the new time line, and a robotic law enforcer is back on the job.
"Flashpoint" Tonight at 10 on CBS. A carjacking results in a young man and a baby being held hostage, and the SRU team members attempt to end the situation without anyone being harmed.
"DC Cupcakes" Tonight at 10 on TLC. This unscripted series follows two sisters who own a booming cupcake bakery in Washington, D.C. In the premiere, Sophie and Katherine create a huge Mardi Gras mask using 1000 cupcakes and donate it to a local fund-raiser.
"Golf:American Century Championship" Tonight at 11 on ESPN2. Opening-round play in the American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe, Nev. First-time players in the celebrity event include Stephen Curry, Jared Allen, Taylor Hicks, Winky Wright, Chris Paul and Brian Kelly.
"Supernatural" Tonight at 9 on The CW. Sam and Dean are tricked into attending a "Supernatural" convention where fans dress up as the brothers. But the entertaining event is soon disrupted by a ghost.
"Whale Wars" Tonight at 9 on Animal Planet. A collision with the Japanese destroys one of Watson's ships.
"Eureka" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. A runaway project named "Tiny" causes a panic in town during the Founder's Day celebration while Carter, Henry, Lupo, Fargo and Allison adjust to the new time line, and a robotic law enforcer is back on the job.
"Flashpoint" Tonight at 10 on CBS. A carjacking results in a young man and a baby being held hostage, and the SRU team members attempt to end the situation without anyone being harmed.
"DC Cupcakes" Tonight at 10 on TLC. This unscripted series follows two sisters who own a booming cupcake bakery in Washington, D.C. In the premiere, Sophie and Katherine create a huge Mardi Gras mask using 1000 cupcakes and donate it to a local fund-raiser.
"Golf:American Century Championship" Tonight at 11 on ESPN2. Opening-round play in the American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe, Nev. First-time players in the celebrity event include Stephen Curry, Jared Allen, Taylor Hicks, Winky Wright, Chris Paul and Brian Kelly.
Thursday, July 15, 2010
July 15, 2010 *spoiler alert*
"British Open:First-round play" Early this morning at 4 on ESPN. First-round play in the 139th Open at St. Andrews in Fife, Scotland. The par-72 Old Course hosts for the 28th time, with Justin Rose, Paul Casey, Ian Poulter, Lee Westwood and Luke Donald among the British contenders chasing their first major title.
"Big Brother 12" Tonight at 8 on CBS. The first houseguest is evicted from the compound and viewers learn the identity of the saboteur, whose sole purpose is to wreak havoc in the house.
"Glee" Tonight at 8 on Fox. Sue makes the Glee kids compete against each other to sow seeds of dissension, then gets called into Principal Figgins' office, along with Will. Meanwhile, the kids rally to show their support for Quinn.
"Mary Knows Best" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. Radio-show host and author Mary Occhino tries to launch a store with her son's help and attempts to find a suitable suitor for her daughter in the opener of the reality series following the popular psychic and her family.
"The Mentalist" Tonight at 10 on CBS. A cult leader (Malcolm McDowell) is investigated when the media mogul whose publication criticized his group is murdered.
"Ace of Cakes" Tonight at 10 on Food. Tina Fey asks Duff to make a cake that will appear in an episode of "30 Rock." She also requests a second cake as a surprise for the cast and crew to celebrate their season finale.
"Green Room With Paul Provenza" Tonight at 10:30 on Showtime. Tommy Smothers; Martin Mull; Penn Jillette.
"Big Brother 12" Tonight at 8 on CBS. The first houseguest is evicted from the compound and viewers learn the identity of the saboteur, whose sole purpose is to wreak havoc in the house.
"Glee" Tonight at 8 on Fox. Sue makes the Glee kids compete against each other to sow seeds of dissension, then gets called into Principal Figgins' office, along with Will. Meanwhile, the kids rally to show their support for Quinn.
"Mary Knows Best" Tonight at 9 on Syfy. Radio-show host and author Mary Occhino tries to launch a store with her son's help and attempts to find a suitable suitor for her daughter in the opener of the reality series following the popular psychic and her family.
"The Mentalist" Tonight at 10 on CBS. A cult leader (Malcolm McDowell) is investigated when the media mogul whose publication criticized his group is murdered.
"Ace of Cakes" Tonight at 10 on Food. Tina Fey asks Duff to make a cake that will appear in an episode of "30 Rock." She also requests a second cake as a surprise for the cast and crew to celebrate their season finale.
"Green Room With Paul Provenza" Tonight at 10:30 on Showtime. Tommy Smothers; Martin Mull; Penn Jillette.
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