TiVo Guide Week of November 10, 2008 *spoiler alert*

"Gossip Girl" Blair dislikes Eleanor's new boyfriend, Cyrus Rose (Wallace Shawn), so she sets out to break them up. Meanwhile, Jenny moves in with Agnes; Serena learns something about Aaron that could be a deal breaker; and Dan plans to write an exposé on Bart, which gets him on Chuck's bad side once again. Cyndi Lauper makes a cameo appearance. Monday at 8 on The CW.

"Chuck" Chuck chances upon his ex-flame (Jordana Brewster) and embellishes his status in life to impress her. But Chuck must get into spy mode upon discovering that her research-scientist boss may be involved in the development of a bioweapon. Meanwhile, Buy More's efficiency expert (Tony Hale) enforces a mandatory CPR course, conducted by none other than Captain Awesome himself. Monday at 8 on NBC.

"One Tree Hill" Peyton organizes a USO show, which includes performances by Angels and Airwaves and Mia (Kate Voegele). Backstage, Lucas tries to come to terms with Peyton and Julian's romantic past, and Haley copes with stage fright. Elsewhere, Brooke gets an upsetting phone call regarding Sam, and Millicent confronts Mouth about Gigi. Monday at 9 on The CW.

"90210" As Annie and Ethan get closer, Naomi grows spiteful and delivers an unwelcome surprise at Annie's sweet-16 party. Meanwhile, the school is abuzz with news of Ryan's leave of absence, and Adrianna uncovers Navid's secret. Tuesday at 8 on The CW.

"Dancing With the Stars" The eighth-round results show. Tuesday at 9 on ABC.

"Fringe" The appearance of a strange parasite inside the body of an ailing FBI agent prompts a hurried trip to Germany for Olivia, who learns even more unpleasant news from a man imprisoned there. Meanwhile, Dr. Bishop and Peter try to read a dead man's brain waves. Tuesday at 9:01 on Fox.

"42nd Annual CMA Awards" Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood host the 42nd annual event from Nashville's Sommet Center. Slated performers include hosts Paisley and Underwood, Trace Adkins, Brooks and Dunn, Kenny Chesney and the Wailers, the Eagles, Alan Jackson, Kid Rock, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, George Strait, Sugarland, Taylor Swift and Keith Urban. Wednesday at 8 on ABC.

"Stylista" The first challenge on tap for the contestants is selecting an outfit for Anne for a last-minute trip. Later, the players break into teams to manage a photo shoot for clothes from designer Tory Burch, who appears as a guest judge. In a surprise move, two contestants are cut. Wednesday at 9 on The CW.

"Top Chef: New York" The culinary-arts competition gets cooking with its Season 5 opener, featuring 17 new chefs descending on New York City. Their inaugural challenge: to serve up dishes based on ethnic flavors of the city's various districts. Padma Lakshmi and Tom Colicchio return as host and head judge, respectively. Toby Young serves as a new series judge. Wednesday at 10 on Bravo.

"Smallville" Brainiac slowly takes over Chloe's mind until the only person she remembers is Davis. In an effort to save her, Clark rebuilds the Fortress of Solitude in order to seek help from Jor-El. Thursday at 8 on The CW.

"30 Rock" Liz and Jenna receive a visit from their pal (Jennifer Aniston), a romantic prowler who sets her sights on landing Jack. Meanwhile, new page uniforms depress Kenneth, so Tracy tries to raise his spirits with a surprise involving the "Night Court" cast. Appearing: Harry Anderson, Markie Post and Charlie Robinson. Thursday at 9:31 on NBC.

"It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" The gang give an extreme home makeover to an ill-fated family, and they hope to receive good karma in return so that their own dreams will come true. Thursday at 10 on FX.

"Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?" Contestants include Deborah Norville and actor Rick Fox, a former NBA standout. Friday at 8 on Fox.

"Batman: The Brave and the Bold" Batman teams up with the Blue Beetle to save an alien race in the premiere episode of this adaptation of the classic comic. Friday at 8 on Cartoon.

"Suite Life on Deck" Cody chooses Bailey to be his partner in researching a mythical sea monster, while Zack, London and Woody do a project of their own. Friday at 8 on Disney.

"How the Grinch Stole Christmas" The Dr. Seuss tale about the Whos, creatures who like nothing better than Christmas, and the evil Grinch, with a heart two sizes too small---and a plan to steal the holiday. Boris Karloff narrates this 1966 classic. Songs by Dr. Seuss (Theodor Seuss Geisel) and Albert Hague. Saturday at 7:30 on TBS.

"Ricky Gervais: Out of England---The Stand-Up Special" The comic performs in a 2007 concert in New York City. Topics include fund-raising, nursery rhymes, sharks, Nazis, fame and stupid friends. Taped at Madison Square Garden. Saturday at 9 on HBO.

"Iron Chef America" Bobby Flay and Michael Symon team up to take on Masaharu Morimoto and Cat Cora in a Thanksgiving battle. Tiki Barber, Donatella Arpaia and Lou Diamond Phillips will judge their dishes. Sunday at 8:30 on Food.

"Californication" Hank approaches Ashby's former lover in an attempt to uncover the truth about the mysteries surrounding their troubled past relationship; while Marcy is detoxing at her mother's house, Charlie plays house with his porn-star houseguest; Karen grills Ashby about his tryst with Mia. Sunday at 10 on Showtime.

"Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II" A second installment of the "Star Wars" spoof. Sunday at 11:30 on Cartoon.