Monday, June 09, 2008

TiVo Guide Week of June 9, 2008 *spoiler alert*

"Nashville Star" Season 6 kicks up its heels with a performance by Taylor Swift and highlights of the auditions. In addition, the Top 12 finalists are revealed, and later the field is cut to 10. Billy Ray Cyrus hosts. Jewel, John Rich and Jeffrey Steele are the judges. Monday at 9 on NBC.

"The Mole" The contestants play soccer against a daunting local team, Bobby rides a wheelbarrow in search of missing pigs, and another player is "executed." Monday at 10 on ABC.

"Hell's Kitchen" Chef Ramsay orders the five remaining chefs to teach cooking-impaired housewives to prepare a gourmet meal, and the one who does it best receives culinary pointers from California chefs Mark Peel and Ben Ford. At dinner service, all five struggle with a dozen appetizers, main courses and desserts. Tuesday at 9 on Fox.

"Work Out" In the third-season finale, Jackie and Brianna dissect their relationship. In other developments, Greg and Renessa comfort Rebecca in the wake of her broken romance; clients participate in a final boot camp; and Jackie and Co. rejoice in the release of their fitness DVD. Tuesday at 10 on Bravo.

"Comic Books Unbound" A behind-the-scenes look at "how filmmakers coax comic-book characters off the page and onto the big screen." Features interviews with illustrators Stan Lee and Paul Pope, and actors Ron Perlman and Selma Blair, who starred in "Hellboy." Richard Roeper is the host. Tuesday at 10 on Starz.

"Celebrity Circus" Celebs learn and perform circus acts in the opener of this reality-competition series hosted by Joey Fatone. The contestants are Antonio Sabato Jr., Blu Cantrell, Christopher Knight, Janet Evans, Jason "Wee Man" Acuña, Rachel Hunter and Stacey Dash. Wednesday at 9:30 on NBC.

"Men in Trees" As the series finale begins, Elmo's talent show is approaching and Annie is rehearsing the dance number she'll perform with Ivan. But Patrick plans drastic action to win her back. And Marin gets a hefty check for her latest book, which pleases Jack, at first. Meanwhile, Sam and Jane are driving back to Elmo from New York, and Jane is growing tired of Sam's favorite roadside restaurant chain (and his reason for eating there); and Sara is fantasizing about the doctor she's working for. Wednesday at 10 on ABC.

"Top Chef" It's the final chopping block, as the winning chef is announced in the conclusion of the Season 4 finale. The winner takes home $100,000 and scores a dream gourmet vacation. Wednesday at 10 on Bravo.

"Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List" The fourth season of Kathy Griffin's celeb-reality (mis)adventures kicks off with Kathy digging in to cohost a New Year's Eve show with Anderson Cooper. Later, she prepares to be a presenter at the Producers Guild Awards. Thursday at 9 on Bravo.

"Bill Engvall Show" In the domestic sitcom's Season 2 opener, Bill and Susan sense that the children aren't earning their allowance. So they order them to clean the garage without pay. The kids' response? They go on strike. Meanwhile, the cell-phone store doesn't get a ringing endorsement from Bill. Thursday at 9 on TBS.

"RENO 911!" A reporter from Strong Sister magazine wants to do a profile of single mom and officer Raineesha Williams. Thursday at 10:30 on Comedy Central.

"Degrassi: The Next Generation Marathon" A 21-episode run of the show recaps Seasons 1 and 2 and is hosted by cast members who reminisce about their favorite moments. Friday at 6 on The N.

"Battlestar Galactica" A hostage standoff unfolds as the rebel Cylons hold President Roslin captive in a bid to coax the "final five" Cylons to come out of hiding on Galactica. Friday at 10 on Sci Fi.

"Made" An outcast wants to be prom king. Saturday at 8 on MTV.

"Dance on Sunset" Janet Jackson adds the finishing move to the Fresh Squeezed Dance and pits her abilities against Tony's. Saturday at 9 on Nickelodeon.

"Stephen King's 'The Stand'" Conclusion. Mother Abigail's group heads for Las Vegas, where Flagg's forces are beginning to weaken. Flagg: Jamey Sheridan. Glen: Ray Walston. Harold: Corin Nemec. Nadine: Laura San Giacomo. Paul Bulson: Mike Westenskow. Lucy: Bridgit Ryan. Weizak: Stephen King. Saturday at 9 on Sci Fi.

"Tony Awards" Whoopi Goldberg hosts the 62nd annual gala honoring Broadway's best from New York's Radio City Music Hall. The musical "In the Heights" leads all shows with 13 nominations, followed by the revival of "South Pacific" with 11 nods. Stephen Sondheim receives a Lifetime Achievement Award. Sunday at 8 on CBS.

"Army Wives" Roxy cares for Betty as she recovers from her bombing injuries; Pamela is upset by Chase's secretive nature; and Joan struggles with her decision to end her pregnancy. Sunday at 10 on Lifetime.

"In Plain Sight" Mary poses as a bridesmaid to protect a diamond smuggler who planned a high-profile wedding while in the program. Missy Pyle, Joanna Cassidy. Sunday at 10 on USA.

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