Scrubs
Scrubs
9/8c ABC
J.D. has gone through many changes throughout the last nine seasons as he moved from timid intern to experienced doctor to mentor for the next generation of docs. But some things never change. He finds he still hungers for approval, and this time he wants it from Turk. Lucy, meanwhile, faces her own demons when she tries to summon the courage to perform a medical procedure on a real, live person.
Read on for previews of Scrubs, Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel, National Geographic's Most Incredible Photos: Afghan Warrior, Dirty Jobs and Family Style.
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The Simpsons
When you think of music meccas, you may think of Memphis, Austin or New York City. But don't forget Springfield.
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Along with bizarre characters and brilliant one-liners, The Simpsons has brought us two decades of great tunes — and welcomed a musical lineup that would make any show jealous. Guests have included Michael Jackson, Johnny Cash and U2. (Resident music critic Mr. Burns called the Irish rockers "wankers.")
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The Closer
The Closer
9/8c TNT
The crime drama closes a three-show winter arc — and, by extension, its fifth season — with an episode that vaunts the return of head-butting Capt. Raydor (Mary McDonnell). Raydor reaches out to Major Crimes and top cop Brenda Leigh Johnson to help on a nerve-jangling internal investigation. It's a delicate matter swirling around the alleged spousal abuse of a female officer — but there is more to the case than meets the eye. Juxtaposing all this prime crime, as always, are domestic developments, as Fritz grows weary of Brenda's neglect.
Read on for previews of The Sing-off, ABC World News with Diane Sawyer, Monday Night Football and the World Chocolate Championship.
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Survivor: Samoa
Survivor: Samoa
8/7c CBS
In tonight's two-hour season finale, the final five castaways (Brett, Jaison, Mick, Natalie, Russell) battle for the right to sit before the jury and explain why they deserve the top $1 million prize. Brett is the sole Galu member left and, therefore, the biggest threat to the four remaining Foa Foa tribemates since the jury is loaded with ousted Galu players. If Brett, who has won the last two immunity challenges, continues his winning ways and makes it to the final vote, he should be a lock to win. Following the finale, all 20 players reunite to learn who won and to discuss their experiences.
Read on for previews of Christmas in Washington, Night at the Movies, Sunday Night Football and With All Due Respect.
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Saturday Night Live
Saturday Night Live
11:29/10:29c NBC
It's the last live outing before the holidays, so we can expect some Yuletide yuks tonight. The show has delivered memorable comedy for Christmas in the past — take Alec Baldwin's "Delicious Dish and the Schweddy Balls" and Steve Martin's "A Holiday Wish," for example. Jingling all the way as host is James Franco, who has appeared in the films Milk, Pineapple Express and in the Spider-Man franchise. We also get amusement from Muse. Hot off the release of their fifth studio album, The Resistance, the Brit band delivers alt experimentation and prog-rock blast on the performance stage.
Read on for previews of College Basketball, Doctor Who, The Three Gifts and WWE Tribute to the Troops.
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Dollhouse
Dollhouse
8/7c Fox
As evidenced by December's first two Dollhouse double shots, Joss Whedon's take on the ultimate identity theft is hitting on all cylinders. The stories have been taut, and included genuine surprises — especially Ballard's unexpected exit last week. Tonight's two-hour block should continue that momentum until next month, when the final episodes are expected to air. First, Victor returns to the real world when his contract is up. Then, Echo faces a nightmare after she's deemed too dangerous.
Read on for previews of Crash, Sanctuary, Four Weddings and Frosty the Snowman.
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SNL Presents: A Very Gilly Christmas
Saturday Night Live Presents: A Very Gilly Christmas
8/7c NBC
The irreverent late-night show kicks up the Yuletide yuks in this very merry special featuring holiday-themed shticks and skits selected from the show's 35-year history. Alec Baldwin and Steve Martin make appearances, and both are seen in vintage bits — Baldwin in the classic "Delicious Dish and the Schweddy Balls" and Martin in "A Holiday Wish." Headlining the show is standout SNL player Kristen Wiig as her recurring character Gilly, that classroom troublemaker who's essentially Annie from the dark depths of hell.
Read on for previews of Survivor: Samoa, The Mentalist, American Chopper and Thursday Night Football.
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So You Think You Can Dance
So You Think You Can Dance
8/7c Fox
It all started on Sept. 9 with the first round of auditions, but we've finally arrived on the magical night of the Season 6 finale. Six dancers have made it this far, but only one of them can be crowned America's favorite dancer. In addition to tonight's dramatic ending, the evening also features performances by Adam Lambert, hip-hop dance group the Groovaloos and Leona Lewis, who debuts "I See You," the theme from James Cameron's sci-fi epic Avatar.
Read on for previews of CSI: NY, Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, Nip/Tuck and Top Chef: Las Vegas.
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NCIS
NCIS
8/7c CBS
Ralph Waite guest stars as Gibbs' father, Jackson, who visits his son for the holidays and perplexes Gibbs with his unusual behavior. While Gibbs wrestles with that mystery, another mystery involving a father and son surfaces when the enlisted son of a retired colonel-turned-preacher is found dead, and the team believes he might be the victim of a hate crime.
Read on for previews of Gordon Ramsay: Cookalong Live, Funniest Commercials of the Year: 2009, Teen Mom and Charlie Brown Christmas.
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The Sing-Off
The Sing-off
8/7c NBC
Eight a cappella groups from around the country assemble to kick off NBC's four-night singing competition. The groups don't use backing bands or tracks but instead use their voices to create a rich and full sound. On hand to critique the performances are celeb judges Ben Folds, Shawn Stockman (of Boyz II Men) and Nicole Scherzinger. But viewers have the ultimate say in who advances as they cast votes for their favorite groups. The winner receives a recording contract and a $100,000 prize.
Read on for previews of Jennifer Hudson: I'll Be Home for Christmas, Two and a Half Men, CSI: Miami, Anatomy of a Pandemic and Vampire Diaries.
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