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The 100 (CW)

Premieres: Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 9/8c Where We Left Off: After the 100 incinerated all the Grounders but Anya, they're taken captive and held at Mount Weather by the Mountain Men. The fates of Bellamy and Finn, who were both outside the drop ship at the time of the rocket blast, remain unknown. Meanwhile, Jaha sacrificed himself by remaining in space so that the Ark could attempt the journey to Earth. Many of the stations exploded en route, except Kane and Abby, managed to survive. What's Next: The adults on from the Ark face an unceremonious welcome to Earth, while Kane finds his authority positioned challenged over his questionable ability to maintain law and order. On Mount Weather, the 100 discover there are some perks to their new home, including some of its original residents. Jasper even moves on from Octavia, crushing on a studious worker named Maya. Plus, expect to learn far more about the Grounders and the Reapers, which might reveal them to be far less evil than previously believed.
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About a Boy (NBC)

Premieres: Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 9:30/8:30c Where We Left Off: Cynical ladies' man Will formed an unlikely, tight-knit bond with his young next-door neighbor Marcus. But it was another bond in Will's life, with a beautiful doctor named Sam, that made him move from 3,000 miles away from San Francisco to New York to be with her. What's Next: Although Will moved in the season finale, he will still grapple with whether to stay in the Big Apple with Sam or return to his life in San Francisco. Making matters worse is Will's struggle to maintain his carefree childhood lifestyle when his cash flow suddenly dries up. Fiona will also try new methods of bringing in cash, but her main focus will be on the first man in 12 years who truly catches her attention. The love bug will also bite Marcus, who develops his first real crush as he attempts to make new friends.
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Arrow (The CW)

Premieres: Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 8/7c Where We Left Off: Oliver and Team Arrow were finally able to lock Slade Wilson away, but it came with a price: Sara was forced to leave Starling City with Nyssa, and Thea decidedly left town with Malcolm after learning that her family had been lying to her all along. What's Next: Season 3 will jump ahead roughly eight months, where we find that Team Arrow is thriving: Roy is now Arsenal, Laurel may become the new Black Canary — possibly with the help of Wildcat — and Oliver feels the time is ripe to finally ask Felicity on a date. Of course, everything will quickly take a nasty turn, especially with the introduction of Ra's al Ghul as the new villain, and Ray Palmer (aka The Atom), who sets his sights on taking over Queen Consolidated and Felicity. Oliver will also push Diggle away now that he's going to be a father. Speaking of family, Malcolm Merlyn appears to be training Thea to go up against the Arrow. But at least we'll see the return of Tommy this year!
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The Big Bang Theory (CBS)

Premieres: Monday, Sept. 22 at 8/7c Where We Left Off: Penny and Leonard got engaged and are planning to live together, which shook up Sheldon's world. After he's unable to change his field of study and the comic book store burned down, Sheldon left town on a train after sharing his first kiss with Amy. Raj and Emily had sex, while Stuart ended up as Mrs. Wolowitz's caretaker. What's Next: Sheldon's whereabouts will be revealed in the season premiere. When he'll return is being kept under wraps, but don't worry about him and Amy. "I would argue that they do have their own weird brand of happiness right now. That kiss on the train is pretty indicative of that," executive producer Steve Molaro says. Stuart will still be Mrs. Wolowitz's caretaker, while Penny will leave acting behind to be a salesperson at Bernadette's company, which causes problems between her and Leonard. But don't expect a Save the Date any time soon. "Penny's first goal is to put the date far enough in the future so everyone knows she's not pregnant," Molaro says. Regina King will also return as Janine Davis, and yes, there will be a new comic book store!
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The Blacklist (NBC)

Premieres: Monday, Sept. 22 at 10/9c Where We Left Off: The ultimate Blacklister named Berlin crash-landed a plane on purpose in order to get to Red and is now on the loose. Sadly, the FBI was targeted by Berlin, leaving Malik dead and Cooper in the hospital. Liz finally found it in her to shoot up fake husband Tom (whose body then disappeared mysteriously) and then confronted Red one more time about her dad, whom he insists died in a fire. Later, we see what appears to be burn scars on Red's back. Dun, dun, dun! What's Next: The series skips a couple months to see how the FBI team has changed after the loss of Malik and the addition of a new face. Similarly, Red's private team gains a new member who is excited to work with him. Liz's dynamic with the newbie will be "more sisterly than adversarial," executive producer John Eisendrath tells TVGuide.com. Fans will have to wait a bit to learn of Tom's fate, and beyond the question of her father, Liz will "express some curiosity about her mom."
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Blue Bloods (ABC)

Premieres: Friday, Sept. 26 at 10/9c Where We Left Off: Danny went rogue investigating the death of a woman who jumped off a balcony after two DAs sanitized the scene before he got there. With Erin's help, they discovered some corrupt dealings in the upper reaches of the NYPD and DA's office. Inspector General Peterson stepped down, telling Frank that their relationship had compromised her ability to remain objective. What's Next: Baez is here to stay! Marisa Ramirez will be upped to series regular next season, and will be in the line of fire on the season premiere when Baez and Danny work with the DEA on a drug bust. But by the second episode, they'll be forced to partner-swap with another team when the other duo's partnership is strained after one of the men is outed as gay. There is also a new DA in town, with whom Frank clashes after Dutton refuses to let him question an officer in custody.
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Boardwalk Empire (HBO)

Premieres: Sunday, Sept. 7 at 9/8c Where We Left Off: Nucky plotted to kill his brother Eli after he betrayed Nucky to the feds, but stopped short when Eli's son entered the room. Instead, Nucky sent Eli to the Midwest after Eli killed the federal agent that forced him to rat. Elsewhere, Gillian was sent to prison, Chalky's daughter was murdered in a botched assassination attempt on Dr. Narcisse (who became a federal informant), and Richard Harrow, the would-be assassin, was fatally wounded in the fallout. What's Next: For its final eight-episode season, the bootlegger drama will jump forward seven years to 1931 — smack dab in the middle of the Great Depression. Seeing the end of Prohibition in sight, Nucky will try to take his business legitimate by partnering with the Bacardi rum corporation. (Also look for flashbacks to Nucky and Eli's childhood that also feature a young Gillian and a younger Commodore.) Al Capone has become America's most notorious gangster, but his reign could be in jeopardy. Plus: Chalky and Narcisse's war will come to its conclusion.
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Bones (Fox)

Premieres: Thursday, Sept. 25 at 8/7c Where We Left Off: Booth's investigation into a connection between the corrupt McNamara family and the FBI angered those pulling the strings in a long-running FBI conspiracy. After tanking Booth's overseas promotion and nearly killing him in a brutal attack at Booth and Brennan's home, the still-unknown conspirators had Booth arrested for murdering three federal agents What's Next: Season 10 picks up four months later with Booth still in prison, and it's safe to say he's not in the best mental state. "He's a man of much anger and he is fueled to find out who did this to his family," David Boreanaz says. "I wouldn't want to get in his way right now." Although Brennan & Co. eventually find a way to free Booth (who will work with a new face at the FBI played by John Boyd), the events will have a lasting impact. "We're going to shake someone's trust in everything they've believed in," executive producer Stephen Nathan says. "Booth has never been in that situation before. He's trusted the government and put his life on the line. … Everything has been damaged — head, heart, body. Putting it back together is a challenge."
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Brooklyn Nine-Nine (Fox)

Premieres: Sunday, Sept. 28 at 8:30/7:30c Where We Left Off: Jake confessed his feelings for Amy and risked suspension to uncover a conspiracy surrounding a philanthropic civic leader, which earned Jake a big undercover assignment. After calling off his wedding to Vivian, Charles woke up in bed with… Gina! What's Next: The show will return after a time jump, but Charles and Gina's tryst will play into the early part of the season, according to executive producer Mike Schur. Everyone at the precinct will have more pressing matters at hand, with the introduction of the new NYPD commissioner (played by Emmy winner Kyra Sedgwick), who also happens to be Capt. Holt's longtime nemesis. "We are heavily preparing for that and trying to make the precinct look good. The captain has us doing serious things to help ensure that," star Melissa Fumero says. Also, Jake's undercover gig will see him cross paths with Saturday Night Live alum Jenny Slate, who will pop up in the season premiere as a tough mafia mistress.
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Castle (ABC)

Premieres: Monday, Sept. 29 at 10/9c Where We Left Off: Castle and Beckett overcame countless obstacles to officially end Beckett's (previously unknown) marriage to her ex-boyfriend. Before the happy couple could walk down the aisle, someone driving an SUV seemed to run Castle off the road, leaving behind only his flaming car when Beckett arrived on the scene. What's Next: Of course, Castle isn't dead — creator Andrew W. Marlowe won't even characterize it as a near-death experience — but exactly who is behind the "accident"? New showrunner David Amann promises it's not connected to such familiar faces as Bracken or 3XK. "The mythology we're getting into is going to go past all that into some new territory," he says. "Those are all fair game, but it's not going to be what the opening of the season is about." Instead, look for this ordeal to unearth details about Castle that perhaps the mystery novelist never even knew about himself. And how will Beckett react to the revelations? "Things that are going to come to light that are going to be unsettling for Beckett," Amann teases. "But we're committed to that relationship. She loves this guy. These are things that are part of who he is. I don't think what happened to Castle is going to disrupt the trajectory of that relationship, at least not in the long term."
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Chicago Fire (NBC)

Premieres: Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 10/9c Where We Left Off: Love was in the air when Boden married Donna ahead of the birth of their child and Casey proposed to Dawson. However, an emergency pulled them away before she could respond and the episode ended with the entire team (minus Boden) trapped in a burning building at the time of a big explosion. What's Next: In addition to injuring several, the explosion will take the life one of the show’s main characters in what star Yuri Sardarov (Otis) calls an emotional season premiere. "There will be many tears at the end of it," he says. The loss will bring Casey and Severide closer together, but possibly isolate Boden, who must balance his despair with his new marriage and new baby. There will be several fresh faces, including a new firefighter, Newhouse, whose young daughter Naomi will be a big presence around Firehouse 51.
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Chicago P.D. (NBC)

Premieres: Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 10/9c Where We Left Off:The freshman drama ended with a bang when the unit's tech and surveillance expert Jin was found shot to death not long after Voight confronted Jin about snooping into his files for Internal Affairs. After getting passed over for a promotion because of her feelings for Ruzek, Burgess finally acted on those feelings and slept with him. What's Next: Burgess and Ruzek will try to keep their relationship on the down-low. Jin's demise will shake everybody up and divide Intelligence about whether Voight was involved in his murder, which will be solved in the first episode. Lindsay’s mom will also resurface and attempt to repair her estranged relationship with her daughter.
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Criminal Minds (CBS)

Premieres: Wednesday, Oct. 1 at 9/8c Where We Left Off: After Reid got shot in the neck (and survived), Blake, in a panic, called him Ethan, the name of her previously unknown 9-year-old son who died of a mysterious neurological disease. After she dropped Reid off at his apartment and explained who Ethan was, Reid found her BAU credentials in his bag as he watched her hail a cab from his window. What's Next: Jennifer Love Hewitt joins the show as Kate Callahan, Blake's replacement. Unlike Blake, who has transferred to Boston, Kate has no history with anyone on the team. "The idea is that they've been down an agent all summer [and] they've been interviewing a lot of people, and Hotch meets with her and says, 'You got the gig,'" executive producer Erica Messer tells us. "You're going to get to know her from the ground up and … she won't remain a mystery." Though the show is entering its 10th season, don't expect it to wax nostalgic and revisit old unsubs, like last year with The Reaper. "We're going to be moving on to new, fresh mythologies," Messer says.
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CSI (CBS)

Premieres: Sunday, Sept. 28 at 10/9c Where We Left Off: The team worked with a retired cop to solve a small-town murder with remarkable similarities to one the ex-cop investigated 25 years ago. And the show set up veteran cast member Paul Guilfoyle's exit when, after Capt. Brass' troubled daughter Ellie attempted suicide, he made an abrupt decision to focus on his relationship with his daughter. What's Next: While the premiere will explain Brass' "extended leave of absence" the CSIs will quickly jump into a serial killer case that will run throughout the season. Mark-Paul Gosselaar guest-stars as a murderer on death row whom D.B. Russell convicted years ago, as well as his identical twin brother, who may have picked up where his sibling left off. "Is it an acolyte? Has the person in prison found a new partner? Or worst case scenario, did Russell put the wrong person away?" executive producer Don McGill teases. Elsewhere, Finlay will get a new love interest in Human Target's Mark Valley, and Greg and Sara's close bond will be explored further. Plus: Look for another girls' night out episode!
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Elementary (CBS)

Premieres: Thursday, Oct. 30 at 10/9c Where We Left Off: After clearing Mycroft's name — he was framed for treason and murder — Sherlock and Joan were faced with a new challenge after the latter wished to move out of the brownstone. Instead, Sherlock decided to take a job with MI6. What's Next: After nearly a year away in London, Sherlock will return with a new protégé in Kitty Winter (Ophelia Lovibond). Meanwhile, Joan has continued working with the NYPD, falling in the crosshairs with suspected cartel leader Elana March (Gina Gershon). On the plus side, Joan will get a new love interest in Smash's Raza Jaffrey.
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The Goldbergs (ABC)

Premieres: Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 8:30/7:30c Where We Left Off: After his high school free throw record was broken, Murray went to a tribute game with Beverly, where he made a scene after missing an honorary free throw. Back at home, the kids threw a party to impress Barry's crush, Lexi Bloom, which morphed into a sweater party after they raided Bev's closet. Barry got grounded for the summer, but scored a date with Lexi. What's Next: Move over, royal wedding! Bev and Murray will renew their vows during Diana and Charles' wedding. Barry and Adam start a garage band, but Erica and Lainey (A.J. Michalka) will thwart their rehearsals. Keep an eye out for a John Hughes tribute episode midseason, as well as possibly a Beasties Boys one. "One of the things I want to do next year is a full-on Beasties episode," creator Adam F. Goldberg tells us. "I was obsessed with the Beasties. My middle school years were defined by memorizing every single word off License to Ill and Paul's Boutique."
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The Good Wife (CBS)

Premieres: Sunday, Sept. 21 at 9/8c Where We Left Off:Following the shocking death of Will (#neverforget), Alicia finally ended her romantic relationship with Peter but agreed to keep up appearances to protect their careers. As she became increasingly estranged from the other major partners at Lochart/Gardner (namely David Lee and Louis Canning), Diane asked to join Florrick/Agos. However, an angry Cary tried to keep her from joining the firm, causing his relationship with Alicia to suffer. After Diane turned down the opportunity to run for State’s Attorney, Eli asked Alicia to run. What's Next: Alicia is adamant in her refusal to run for State's Attorney. Between an internal crisis for Cary at Florrick/Agos and the looming possibility of Diane joining her firm, Alicia has far too much to juggle without the added stress that comes with politics. Also complicating matters is Dean Levine-Wilkins (recurring guest star Taye Diggs), a meticulous, talented equity partner at Lockhart/Gardner who decides to accompany Diane to Florrick/Agos.
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Grey's Anatomy (ABC)

Premieres: Thursday, Sept. 25 at 8/7c Where We Left Off: Cristina said farewell just as Meredith's life was hitting an impasse: Derek wants to move to Washington, D.C. and new half-sister Margaret — the love child of Ellis Grey and Richard Webber who was put up for adoption — has just started to work at Grey Sloan. Meanwhile, Bailey was poised to take Cristina's seat on the board, but Alex was gifted her shares. Also, April revealed to Jackson that she was pregnant. What's Next: Meredith won't take a backseat to Derek for very long, Owen may get a new love interest — possibly Amelia, who will be sticking around Seattle — Alex will fight for his position on the board, though Bailey won't "go quietly," Shonda Rhimes says. Also, we'll get to see exactly how Ellis Grey was able to hide that her pregnancy with Margaret via flashback.
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Grimm (NBC)

Premieres: Friday, Oct. 24 at 9/8c Where We Left Off: Renard got riddled with bullets when he went to Nick's home to try and counteract a spell laid by Adalind, and Trubel continued the task by bringing the antidote to Monroe and Rosalee's wedding. Unfortunately, not only did the vial break, but it's was too late anyway: Nick was stripped of his powers as a Grimm. What's Next: First, Nick needs to decide whether or not he wants his powers back, and if so, "they need to reverse-engineer whatever it is that Adalind did to him, and then you need a big-ass Hexenbiest to do that," executive producer David Greenwalt says. Also, Adalind will be very, very miffed when she realizes her baby is not with Victor after she went to all of that trouble. In the Wesen world, expect to see an Octo-Man that steals your identity.
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Hawaii Five-0 (CBS)

Premieres: Friday, Sept. 26 at 9/8c Where We Left Off: Catherine said farewell and Grover became a full-fledged member of the Five-0 squad. Wo Fat broke out of prison and needs to discuss something with McGarrett — but it’s unclear what that is. What's Next: Though there’s no time jump in between the Season 4 finale and the Season 5 premiere, the season opener finds the island of Oahu mysteriously abandoned. “It’s like a ghost town,” showrunner Peter Lenkov tells TVGuide.com. As the season progresses, the biggest shift will be the addition of Grover to the team. While he and McGarrett certainly have had their differences in the past, the two “definitely see more eye to eye” after the events in the Season 4 finale, Lenkov says. Also coming on board is Amanda Setton as a new eager-to-please protégé of Max’s. The loss of Catherine still weighs heavily on McGarrett’s mind, however, even as he meets a woman who has ties to his father and forges a connection with her. As far as the unanswered questions surrounding Wo Fat, those will be resolved by Episode 7, the show’s 100th episode.
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Homeland (Showtime)

Premieres: Sunday, Oct. 5 at 9/8c Where We Left Off: Although Brody completed his mission to assassinate Gen. Akabari so CIA asset Javadi could ascend to power, Brody was eventually captured and killed in a public hanging. Saul retired to the private sector and new CIA Director Lockhart promoted Carrie, who continued to wrestle with whether or not to keep Brody's baby, to Istanbul station chief. What's Next: Although Carrie will have had the baby when the new season begins, she remains focused on her career, which now puts her on the frontlines in the Middle East. "The show is about the private and public costs of keeping America safe," executive producer Alex Gansa says. "That's the overarching theme of the season."Although Carrie will be dealing with a number of new faces (Life of Pi's Suraj Sharma plays a Pakistani medical student Carrie tries to recruit, while House of Cards Corey Stoll and In Treatment's Laila Robbins play the Pakistan station chief and U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan, respectively), Saul and Quinn will continue to play a large part. And the (metaphorical) ghost of Brody will likely be hanging around too. "[Carrie's] got a period of grieving to do in coming to terms with what happened at the end of last season, and clearly that's represented and identified by the child that she had," Gansa says. "The baby exists as a marker for her emotionally."
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Law & Order: SVU (NBC)

Premieres: Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 9/8c Where We Left Off: Olivia finally became a mom when she agreed to adopt baby boy Doe, aka Noah. Amaro's fate was far more murky after he was arrested for assaulting an acquitted sex offender and was put behind bars. What's Next: The sex offender didn't press charges against Amaro, but he still suffer serious repercussions, particularly when he is moved off the SVU squad. "He's been sent to the bowels of Queens to do traffic stops," showrunner Warren Leight says. Amaro's demotion means a detective with "a little less polis" from another borough will come in and "shake things up." Away from the office, Olivia will also have her hands full in her new role as mom.
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Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (ABC)

Premieres: Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 9/8c Where We Left Off: With the help of Nick Fury, Agent Coulson was able to take out John Garrett before being named the new director of S.H.I.E.L.D. — though he totally is going crazy as we saw him mindlessly carving the mysterious alien equation on the wall. Meanwhile, Fitz and Simmons were rescued from the middle of the ocean, Melinda May kicked Ward's butt before taking him into custody, and we got our first glimpse of Skye's father, who had been burned and is apparently dripping blood — and is working with Raina! What's Next: Rebuilding S.H.I.E.L.D. won't be easy, which is why Director Coulson will turn to some new faces for help, including S.H.I.E.L.D. vet Isabel Hartley (Lucy Lawless) and assassin Lance Hunter (Nick Blood), as well as the as-yet uncast Barbara Morse. But Hydra is still very much alive, with Reed Diamond taking on the villainous role of Hydra baddie Daniel Whitehall, otherwise known as Kraken. But the baddies won't be the only trouble the group is facing this year. "As director, [Coulson wilil] be faced with some tough decisions, harder decisions than he had to make as an agent," executive producer Maurissa Tancharoen says. "We'll see the emotional consequences of that and we'll see the shifts in dynamics between the characters because of that."
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The Mindy Project (Fox)

Premieres: Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 9:30/8:30c Where We Left Off: Danny wooed Mindy over emails under the guise of being a missed connection, but chickened out when they were supposed to meet. After learning it was Danny who stood her up, Mindy swears she's done with him — until they both show up at the top of the Empire State Building and make out on the ground. What's Next: Season 3 will pick up exactly where we left Mindy and Danny before jumping forward in time. And don't worry, there's not another breakup on the horizon. This time, the couple is really going for it. But since Mindy is now settled down, expect Peter to take over as the serial dater. Season 3 will also dive more into Jeremy's personal life, while Morgan and Tamra develop their on-again, off-again relationship. In other good news: Rhea Perlman will appear as Danny's mother in multiple episodes.
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Modern Family (ABC)

Premieres: Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 9/8c Where We Left Off: Mitch and Cam got married! And Haley found an unexpected connection with/attraction to Andy. What's Next: Mitch and Cam try to hold on to their honeymoon period as long as possible, even as Cam deals with the responsibilities of his new job as head coach of the varsity football team. Season 6 will see several big milestones in the lives of some of the kids, according to showrunner Christopher Lloyd. Among them: Alex starts looking at colleges and has her sights set on some of the top schools on the East Coast, which doesn't sit well with Phil and Claire, while Manny finally gets a real girlfriend, which prompts some soul-searching and self-doubt from Luke. Also, Adam DeVine will appear in at least six episodes as Andy, while he and Haley (along with the show's producers, Lloyd admits) try to figure out the nature of their relationship. In addition, the Dunphys get some new neighbors who turn out to be extremely competitive when it comes to deciding which family has more fun.
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Mom (CBS)

Premieres: Monday, Sept. 29 at 8:30/7:30c Where We Left Off: Violet gave birth and decided to give the baby up for adoption, and Christy got her one-year chip at AA. Bonnie seems to have reconciled with her ex, Alvin. What's Next: Things don't get any easier for Christy and Bonnie in Season 2, unfortunately. The pair faces money problems so dire that they end up losing the house because of it. As a result, their existence is a transient one for the first part of the season, as they migrate between motels and the couches of friends — including Marjorie (Mimi Kennedy, who has been promoted to a series regular). Elsewhere, Violet deals with the ramifications of her decision, and Jaime Pressly guest-stars as a newly sober woman who gets on Christy's last nerves.
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Nashville (ABC)

Premieres: Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 10/9c Where We Left Off: Rayna and Deacon once again found themselves at two angles of a love triangle, with Rayna getting marriage proposals from both Deacon and Luke. The Worst Hookup of the Season award went to Juliette and Jeff Fordham, who had a quickie at an industry party. Avery walked out on Juliette after hearing of said dalliance, though it's unclear whether they're done for good. After suffering a mental breakdown, Scarlett vowed to leave Nashville and go back to school, but may be having second thoughts after Gunnar asked her (in a song) to stay. And Will finally revealed his Big Gay Secret to Layla — and, oops, potentially the rest of the world. How did they not see that subtly placed bedroom camera?! What's Next: Regardless of Rayna's decision, apparently Luke isn't going anywhere. Will Chase and Oliver Hudson have both been upped to series regulars. With Hayden Panettiere expecting her first child, executive producer Dee Johnson tells TVGuide.com that the show will feature a Juliette story line around "the idea of pregnancy." Plus: There's that awkward paternity question hanging over her head. And don't count out Avery and Juliette (Javery?) just yet. "I think that Avery is probably the only person that Juliette has actually ever been in love with," Johnson says. "That's a hard thing to shake." In addition, Laura Benanti joins the cast as a country singer who becomes a friend of Rayna's. "She is somewhere in between a newbie like Scarlett and a reigning queen like Rayna," Johnson notes. Fans can also expect "surprising evolutions" with Teddy and Layla this season.
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NCIS (CBS)

Premieres: Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 8/7c Where We Left Off: Rather than going the typical cliff-hanger route, Season 11 ended with an episode that paid tribute to Gibbs' father, played by Ralph Waite, who passed away unexpectedly in the middle of the season. Delilah chose her career over her relationship with McGee, taking a job in Dubai. What's Next: After the many changes in Season 11, the NCIS team is taking a "back-to-basics" approach this year, according to showrunner Gary Glasberg. "Season 12 is all about bringing the team together and sort of keeping the family going, and really emphasizing the group as a team," Glasberg tells TVGuide.com. The first episode finds McGee and Gibbs in Russia, and will set up a villain whose arc will continue throughout the season and who may show up in a crossover episode with the show's new New Orleans spin-off, Glasberg says. Along the way, viewers will finally meet Bishop’s mysterious husband Jake, as well as the one remaining unnamed ex-wife of Gibbs. Plus: A new love interest may be in the cards for Tony. (Sorry, Tiva 'shippers!)
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NCIS: Los Angeles (CBS)

Premieres: Monday, Sept. 29 at 10/9c Where We Left Off: Callen and Sam found themselves trapped on a submarine with terrorists — and a whole host of explosives rigged to go off at any moment — while the rest of the team is searching for them. Hetty was sent to D.C. to answer to her superiors about the White Ghost incident with Kensi in Afghanistan. And just when it looked like Deeks and Kensi's relationship was heading into smooth waters, Talia showed up to throw a wrench into things. What's Next: First and foremost is getting Callen and Sam out of their sticky situation. But once that's out of the way, it remains to be seen what consequences (if any) Hetty will face in regards to Afghanistan. Also, Densi 'shippers, beware: Talia will be sticking around for at least one or two more episodes.
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New Girl (Fox)

Premieres: Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 9/8c Where We Left Off: After Nick and Jess' breakup, the gang went on a cruise together, where the duo realized they really can't be together, while Schmidt decided he wants to win Cece back. Plus: Winston got into the police academy. What's Next: The summer of weddings will come to a close in the season premiere, where Jess will fight with another woman (Jessica Biel) over a guy (Reid Scott) in order to win the bet of who can score at the last marital bash of the wedding season. And yes, Nick and Jess will still be broken up — both of them will have been disastrously dating random people all summer. But this season is all about Cece and Schmidt, the former of whom has been in Australia with Buster all summer as Schmidt has returned to his douchebag ways, hooking up with many women. Plus: The roommates will have to deal with living with a cop!
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Once Upon a Time (ABC)

Premieres: Sunday, Sept. at 8/7c Where We Left Off: After going back in time to see her parents Snow White and Prince Charming meet and fall in love, Emma realized that Storybrooke was where she and Henry truly belong. But the time portal they used to return to town brought along two familiar faces: Frozen's Elsa, who was locked up in Rumple's vault, and the long-dead Maid Marion, whose arrival will surely mess up Robin Hood and Regina's future. What's Next: Elsa won't be the only Frozen character coming to Once. We'll also meet Anna and Kristoff, whose wedding is upon us, as well as Pabbie and Hans. Elsewhere in Storybrooke, Emma will be dealing with having a stable relationship for once, Belle may uncover the truth about Rumple changing the dagger, Regina will set her sights on destroying those standing in the way of her happy ending with the help of Sidney (Giancarlo Esposito), Henry will go into the family business working with Mr. Gold at the pawn shop, and Snow and Charming will be figuring out parenthood.
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The Originals (The CW)

Premieres: Monday, October 6 at 8/7c Where We Left Off: After being kidnapped by the witches, Hayley gave birth, was immediately killed, but came back to life as a hybrid. In order to save her and Klaus' child, the two made the heartbreaking decision to give baby Hope to Rebekah with help from Marcel — who was then compelled to forget the baby is alive. Finally, not only has the Guerrera pack taken back control of the French Quarter, but Original family members Esther and presumably Finn returned via new bodies in the last few minutes. What's Next: Esther will make her presence known fast, only aiding to Klaus' destructive rampage. "Klaus has decided that he will only imagine a day when he'll be reunited with [Hope] while he destroys everyone keeping that child away from him," executive producer Michael Narducci tells us. "So he will make everyone [pay]." With regard to his relationship with former protégé Marcel, Narducci adds that they're in a really good place. "Klaus has an agenda [and] he knows that of all the allies he could have, Marcel knows the city, knows the layout, the politics and Marcel back in the 1920s and '30s was able to take out the wolves. So if Klaus wants to deal with the Guerreras he'll need someone who knows how to do that." As for Davina's decision to bring back Mikael, she'll have the two to deal with when they find out what she's done. Hayley too will be shattered, but ready to enact revenge, and although she and Elijah had finally kissed before the finale, don't expect that coupling any time soon.
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Parenthood (NBC)

Premieres: Thursday, Sept. 25 at 10/9c Where We Left Off: Julia and Joel slowly started the path towards reconciliation, just as Hank made his feelings for Sarah known (and she reciprocated with a kiss!). Camille and Zeek sold their house, and Adam and Kristina got approval for their new school. And Amber may or may not be pregnant with Ryan's baby?! What's Next: Sarah and Hank will be in a committed relationship (it's about time, lady!) and romance will also rock the world of Max, who gets his first big crush. But the main story of the final season is one that will "impact the entire cast" and will tell the story of the "changing of the guard" within the Braverman family hierarchy, according to showrunner Jason Katims. "[The four adult siblings] are getting to be middle-aged and they're getting to that point where the tables are sort of starting to turn a little bit," Katims adds. "That's kind of the story that we're telling."
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Person of Interest (CBS)

Premieres: Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 10/9c Where We Left Off: Greer and Decima framed electronic privacy activists Vigilance as domestic terrorists in order to get the government feeds needed to bring the Machine's rival, Samaritan, online. With Samaritan now up and running, Root created false identities for herself Reese, Finch and Shaw so that Samaritan couldn't find them. However, the team was also forced to disband and go into hiding. What's Next: Expect a new world order. "Season 4 feels like a new show to me in a lot of ways," executive producer Greg Plageman says. "How does the team go about their business? Are we going to get numbers and does it even matter anymore? It's a Samaritan world and we're just living in it." Though Plageman suggests our heroes will find their way back together eventually (viewers will get to see each character living as their assumed identities in normal day jobs) and they'll face a new foe in guest star Cara Buono, this season truly will be a battle of the machines. "There's a fundamental difference in the way Harold Finch programmed his machine and this machine that Claypoool started and Greer corrupted," Plageman says. "It's not necessarily that we're dealing with an evil machine, it's that we're dealing with one that doesn't have humanity as its priority."
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Reign (CW)

Premieres: Thursday, October 2 at 9/8c Where We Left Off: During a bloody finale that claimed the lives of crazy Henry and The Darkness, Mary told Francis the truth about Lola's baby — but not before the Plague began spreading, which forced Mary to lower the gates at the castle. What's Next: "Not everyone will survive it... but the plague will pass and it will be followed by famine," executive producer Laurie McCarthy says about Season 2, which she also dubs the "haunted season." But there's some good news: Bash and Francis's bromance will finally improve, especially since McCarthy shoots down any hope for Bash and Francis's wife Mary to get together.
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Resurrection (ABC)

Premieres: Sunday, Sept. 28 at 9/8c Where We Left Off: After learning that his late wife Barb had returned and had been staying with Sam, Sheriff Langston trapped the Returned in the school gym. Maggie got arrested for refusing to comply with the Army. Bellamy tried to leave Arcadia with Jacob, but were stopped by cops, where we see that Bellamy has a crescent-shaped birthmark on his neck — the same ones new Returned Thompsons described their baby son, who they lost in a flood, as having all those years ago. What's Next: Season 2 will pick up a week later with a new Returned: Margaret Langston (Michelle Fairley), Henry and Fred's mother who's been dead for more than 30 years and has a dirty secret about the family business. "What that secret entails uncovers a big part about the Returned phenomenon itself," executive producer Aaron Zelman says. The best part? Mama Langston will be younger than her sons! Tony winner Donna Murphy is also joining the show as a government agent monitoring Bellamy. And is Bellamy actually a Returned? That will be answered as well. In the meantime, he'll be shacking up with Maggie.
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Revenge (ABC)

Premieres: Sunday, September 28 at 10/9c Where We Left Off: David Clarke is alive?! Before the earth-shattering reveal, Emily's three-season-long mission appeared successful with Conrad Grayson implicated in the crimes and his estranged wife Victoria locked up in the looney bin. But Emily's daddy resurfaced very much alive, taking revenge in his own hands by killing Conrad. What's Next: Emily is still mourning the loss of Aiden, but she'll have to snap out of it when Victoria gets out of the psych institute and plots her own revengenda. The return of David (James Tupper was upped to series regular) will also "shake Emily to her core," executive producer Aaron Harberts tells us. "What if he says, 'I'm disappointed in you' and what happens when he crosses into Victoria's story and says, 'She did some things to you, but you don’t really know why [and] there might've been a reason.'" As for Jack, who was taken into custody for Charlotte's kidnapping, he'll be asking himself how far he'll go to protect Emily and her relationship with her real sister. Harberts adds, "Emily has to start confronting all of these things she's left undone and how is she going to clean up messes with the people who have taken such good care of her. As we launch into season 4 Jack becomes center of that journey."
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Scandal (ABC)

Premieres: Thursday, Sept. 25 at 9/8c Where We Left Off: Olivia Pope inadvertently fulfilled her father Rowan's wishes by boarding a plane with Jake, leaving behind Washington, D.C. and Fitz. Little did she know, daddy dearest murdered Fitz and Mellie's son in a bid to become Command of B613 again and ensure that POTUS would stay in office. The only one who figured it out? Harrison, who had a gun pointed at his head in the final moments of the episode. What's Next: Bad news: Harrison is dead! And OPA — or what's left of it — will not handle that news very well. But, regardless of how Olivia comes back into the fold, it will actually be the year of Abby, as we'll finally get to discover more of her backstory. Plus: Portia de Rossi has a mysterious guest arc!
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Sleepy Hollow (Fox)

Premieres: Monday, Sept. 22 at 9/8c Where We Left Off: Henry was revealed to not only be War of the Four Horsemen, but also the son of Ichabod and Katrina, whom he buried alive and handed over to Death, respectively. Meanwhile, Abbie was left in purgatory, Jenny was in a major car accident caused by Headless, and Irving took the fall for his daughter killing a priest. What's Next: With Irving interred at Tarry Town psychiatric — where he'll be battling crazy ghosts and leading a rebellion — Abbie and Ichabod will be forced to fight War on their own. But they will find a new ally in a bounty hunter (Matt Barr), though the new Sheriff (Sakina Jaffrey) may not be on their side. While Jeremy inserts himself in Sleepy Hollow as a lawyer in order to wage psychological war, the team will build a new monster named Kindred using Headless' head. Speaking of monsters, we'll also see new twists on the Pied Piper, a wendigo and a succubus. Meanwhile, we'll learn much more about Abbie and Jenny's family this year, though "there may be a male who might get in the middle of" their friendship this season, according to executive producer Heather Kadin.
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Sons of Anarchy (FX)

Premieres: Tuesday, Sept. 9 at 10/9c Where We Left Off: After moving SAMCRO out of the gun-running business, Jax volunteered to take the rap for the school shooting-related gun charges in order to clear Tara and the club from further prosecution. Believing Tara ratted Jax out, Gemma attacked and brutally killed Tara, and then teamed with Juice to cover up her crimes, which included Juice killing Sheriff Roosevelt. What's Next: The final season begins with Jax (briefly) behind bars, but once he's released, he's hell-bent on revenge. Unfortunately, Jax starts a war with a rival gang after Gemma convinces Jax they are responsible for Tara's murder. Meanwhile, Gemma is keeping Juice out of sight, but their shared secret will be discovered by an unlikely source. One thing's for sure: No one will want to be in bloodthirsty Jax's way when the truth comes to light. "There's something really liberating about being rid of the sense of having to be a good guy," Charlie Hunnam says. "This is about Jax deciding, if he's got no reason to leave [the outlaw world], he may as well be what this world demands you be."
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Supernatural (CW)

Premieres: Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 9/8c Where We Left Off: In the final showdown, Metatron fatally stabbed Dean, only to have him wake up as a demon. At least Castiel, whose stolen grace might eventually kill him, tricked Metatron into confessing all his evil deeds while broadcasting it over Angel Radio. But instead of killing him, the angels merely locked him in heaven's prison. What's Next: The 10th season will kick off with Dean perfectly happy in his new form, even going so far as to attack Sam with a pickax. Though he's losing strength, Castiel will join Sam in the fight to save Dean. "The most important thing for Castiel … is to get Dean patched up more than recovering his own powers," Misha Collins says. Demon Dean is apparently such a hassle, Crowley isn't even a fan. The CW drama will also celebrate its landmark 200th episode with a "musical-ish" theme.
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Two and a Half Men (ABC)

Premieres: Thursday, Oct. 30 at 9:30/8:30c Where We Left Off: Alan and Gretchen nearly got married until she left him for her ex-husband, played by Brad Paisley, who showed up after Lyndsey called to tell Gretchen that he wants her back. Walden consoled Alan by telling him he still wants him to live with him at the beach house. What's Next: They'll do more than just live together. After Walden has a health scare, he has an existential crisis and decides to adopt a baby. When he realizes that it'll be difficult to adopt as a single straight man, he fast-tracks the process by asking Alan to marry him so they can adopt as a gay couple. And will Charlie Sheen return at all for the final season? Don't count on it.
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The Vampire Diaries (The CW)

Premieres: Thursday, October 2 at 8/7c Where We Left Off: In a plan to save the Other Side, Damon with Elena caused a massive explosion to kill all the Travelers. Once on the Other Side, Liv enacted a resurrection spell, allowing Stefan, Elena, Enzo and Alaric to cross back through Bonnie. But when Liv's brother Luke saw it was killing her, he put an end to the spell seconds before Damon could come back to life. During the final moments, Damon and Bonnie were left standing hand-in-hand awaiting their final fate. What's Next: After a big time jump, the premiere opens with Bonnie and Damon still gone. While their whereabouts will be revealed quickly, the question of what happened while they were there will be a season-long arc. Elena will be grieving over the loss of Damon by making some surprising choices and bonding with Stefan and Alaric, who does some bonding of his own with a woman he meets. Get ready for a handful of new faces, including a militia leader (Colin Ferguson) and a tough doctor at the university hospital (Jodi Lyn O'Keefe). Matt will be thriving as he gets involved in the new magic-less community, while Tyler, now back to a human with the werewolf gene, will return to his testosterone-filled, hard-headed personality. Will he reconnect with Caroline, whom executive producer Julie Plec says will take the loss of Bonnie and Damon "in a weird way the hardest"?