Rough schedule leaked:

Sundays
7:00PM Football Night in America
8:00PM Sunday Night Football

Mondays
8:00PM Friday Night Lights (NEW)
9:00PM Deal or No Deal
10:00PM Medium

Tuesdays
8:00PM The Biggest Loser
9:00PM Law & Order: SVU
10:00PM Kidnapped (NEW)

Wednesdays
8:00PM Heroes (NEW)
9:00PM Studio 60 On The Sunset Strip (NEW)
10:00PM Law & Order

Thursdays
8:00PM My Name is Earl
8:30PM 20 Good Years (NEW)
9:00PM The Office
9:30PM 30 Rock AKA: Tina Fey (NEW)
10:00PM ER

Fridays
8:00PM Deal or No Deal
9:00PM Las Vegas
10:00PM Raines (NEW)

Saturdays
8:00PM Dateline NBC
9:00PM Law & Order repeats
10:00PM Law & Order: SVU repeats


Come back around 9 or 10am for official lineup.

Thanks Pav.

Interesting stuff... I won't comment too much right now because last year's leaked schedule was quite a bit different from the official one.

I think it's stupid to move SVU, if they do it.

Moving SVU up an hour is a smart move I think unless the Unit takes part of their audience. Wednesday looks weak though. Studio 60 isn't going to beat Lost or Criminal Minds. It'll probably be a critical favorite with low ratings. Friday Night Lights sounds like a good show but I don't know if it'll survive on Monday at 8. I'm commited to Prison Break.

NBC's rough schedule changed a bit from last year. ABC's was the exact same thing. CBS and FOX were minor stuff.

We will see tomorrow morning.

All I can say is I really hope it ends up being wrong, because if Scrubs doesn't return, I might die.

Scrubs will return in January for 22 episodes. I can confirm that, too. All mid-season: Apprentice: Hollywood, Crossing Jordan, Law & Order: CI. And a few new series, as well.

Oh thank goodness. But I still think it would be better if NBC would just air it Thursdays with Earl and Office in the fall. Some shows work better returning non-stop in January (like 24) but if anything, Scrubs proved that it isn't that powerful as a mid-season replacement as it suffered it's worst ratings to date this season.

Thursdays
10:00PM ER

Knew they wouldn't move it. They learned from THAT mistake with L&O/Heist.

EDIT: And then they prove me wrong - albeit not until midseason....

Official line-up:

NBC PRIMETIME SCHEDULE FOR FALL 2006-07

*New programs in CAPS (with the exception of "ER")

MONDAY
8-9 p.m. "Deal or No Deal"
9-10 p.m. "HEROES"
10-11 p.m. "Medium"

TUESDAY
8-9 p.m. "FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS"
9-10 p.m. "KIDNAPPED"
10-11 p.m. "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit"

WEDNESDAY
8-9 p.m. "The Biggest Loser"
9-9:30 p.m. "20 GOOD YEARS"
9:30-10 p.m. "30 ROCK"
10-11 p.m. "Law & Order"

THURSDAY
8-8:30 p.m. "My Name Is Earl" (new time)
8:30-9 p.m. "The Office" (new time)
9-10 p.m. "STUDIO 60 ON THE SUNSET STRIP"
10-11 p.m. "ER"/("THE BLACK DONNELLYS" in January 2007)

FRIDAY
8-9 p.m. "Deal or No Deal"
9-10 p.m. "Las Vegas"
10-11 p.m. "Law & Order: Criminal Intent" (new day and time)

SATURDAY
8-9 p.m. "Dateline Saturday"
9-11 p.m. Drama Series Encores

SUNDAY
7-8 p.m. "FOOTBALL NIGHT IN AMERICA"
8-11 p.m. "SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL"

Consistent with NBC's ongoing strategy of introducing new series all season long, January will see the arrival of the previously announced drama "The Black Donnellys" -- from Oscar winners Paul Haggis ("Crash") and Bobby Moresco ("Crash"). The series is a gritty saga about four working-class Irish brothers' exploits in organized crime. It will debut on Thursdays (10-11 p.m. ET) and continue with consecutive original episodes. As a result, "ER" will premiere in its 13th season this Fall on Thursdays (10-11 p.m. ET) and will run with virtually continuous original episodes until its cliffhanger in December. The Emmy-winning series will resume after "The Black Donnellys" completes its first season.

After the NFL season concludes in January 2007, NBC will return to entertainment programs as it introduces a new Sunday-night lineup featuring "America's Got Talent" (8-9 p.m. ET) with newly announced host Regis Philbin presiding over a wide-open national talent contest produced by Simon Cowell ("American Idol"). "The Apprentice" (9-10 p.m. ET), with business titan Donald Trump, returns with a new edition based in Los Angeles. The reality series is followed by the new drama "Raines," starring Jeff Goldblum ("The Lost World: Jurassic Park") as an eccentric police detective in an inventive crime drama from Emmy-winning writer-producer Graham Yost ("Band of Brothers") and director-writer-producer Frank Darabont ("The Shawshank Redemption").

Also for mid-season, NBC can draw upon such new comedies as "The Singles Table," depicting a group of witty and single strangers who meet, console and befriend each other at a wedding, and "Andy Barker, P.I.," starring Andy Richter, who re-teams with co-writer and executive producer Conan O'Brien (NBC's "Late Night with Conan O'Brien") as an earnest CPA who embraces the unlikely chance to become a private detective.

Fan favorites "Crossing Jordan" and "Scrubs" will return to the NBC schedule at some point later in the season.

I am glad Scrubs is returning, but another late start might be a problem - epsecially considering NBC's schedule looks very strong for next year. I am glad the Andy Richter/Conan O'Brien comedy was picked up, it sounds interesting. NBC will have a strong thursday for sure. Nice choice of comedy & drama.

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2006/05/nbc-upfront-2006-07.html

Thoughts...

NBC PRIMETIME SCHEDULE FOR FALL 2006-07

*New programs in CAPS (with the exception of "ER")

MONDAY
8-9 p.m. "Deal or No Deal"
9-10 p.m. "HEROES"
10-11 p.m. "Medium"
Not many changes here. Heroes could be lost with Grey's Anatomy and Two and a Half Men, but maybe it will do better than the Apprentice.

TUESDAY
8-9 p.m. "FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS"
9-10 p.m. "KIDNAPPED"
10-11 p.m. "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit"
Risky airing two new dramas back-to-back. Won't beat CBS's two dramas. Not sure what ABC will do here yet.

WEDNESDAY
8-9 p.m. "The Biggest Loser"
9-9:30 p.m. "20 GOOD YEARS"
9:30-10 p.m. "30 ROCK"
10-11 p.m. "Law & Order"
Biggest Loser should be OK, but Tues at 8 would be better. The two sitcoms are badly placed, Lost, Criminal Minds, and eventually AI will kill them.

THURSDAY
8-8:30 p.m. "My Name Is Earl" (new time)
8:30-9 p.m. "The Office" (new time)
9-10 p.m. "STUDIO 60 ON THE SUNSET STRIP"
10-11 p.m. "ER"/("THE BLACK DONNELLYS" in January 2007)
Should be good, but can Studio 60 compete with CSI? Earl at 8 p.m. might be a bit too early.

FRIDAY
8-9 p.m. "Deal or No Deal"
9-10 p.m. "Las Vegas"
10-11 p.m. "Law & Order: Criminal Intent" (new day and time)
Nice job not launching a new drama at 10, where all have failed.

SATURDAY
8-9 p.m. "Dateline Saturday"
9-11 p.m. Drama Series Encores
Not aggresive.

SUNDAY
7-8 p.m. "FOOTBALL NIGHT IN AMERICA"
8-11 p.m. "SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL"
Should be good for them, and will compete with ABC's lineup.

I think it is kind of funny they are going to put "The Apprentice" up against "Desperate Housewifes". That will do a lot for a sinking show. :D

I think it is kind of funny they are going to put "The Apprentice" up against "Desperate Housewifes". That will do a lot for a sinking show. :D

:rofl:

Wednesday is awful. God.

Monday and Tuesday looks good. Thursday looks decent(Studio 60 against CSI? :rolleyes:), Law and Order: CI is probably the best thing they could put on Friday at 10.

I think that Sunday Night Football will be Strong for NBC but The Sunday Night Football's will last until 10:30 pm Central Time
Because of The Football Runover

SVU would be better Tues at 9. Two new dramas back to back is a huge risk.

looks like i will only be watching 2-1/2 hours of NBC a week until Scrubs and Crossing Jordan return.

I also think that SUV would be Better on Tuesday at 8:00 pm Central Time.

Except for Wednesday, I think this overall is a good schedule(and while I don't think 20 Good Years and 30 Rock will do well, it's good counterprogramming to Lost, Criminal Minds, and whatever FOX has, likely another drama pre-Idol). A new drama would certainly flop.

I REALLY think Mondays is going to be a very competitive night all around(not just for NBC), especially at 9pm. Heroes won't beat Grey's or the CBS comedies, but it could bring both down.

Kidnapped on Tuesday at 9 is good... it won't beat House or The Unit, but it should be a dramatic increase over now.

Wednesday-Blah.

Thursday-Earl/Office at 8pm should do decent, about like now. Studio 60, not sure yet, I think it will defintely improve their ratings over now. Watch out ABC! ER running repeat free is a good idea, but what happens if the Black Donnellys is a hit? NBC is then forced to move ER and let it die somewhere?

Friday is Great. Should challenge CBS from 8-10.

I think this schedule could pull it out of the toilet. I want the John Lithgow comedy, 20 Good Years to do well but I don't see that will be attractive to the 18-34 demographic.

What I'm watching:

Mondays

8:00pm-Deal or No Deal

*Heroes/Medium don't interest me*

Tuesdays

8:00pm-Friday Night Lights
9:00pm-Kidnapped

*These are two unknowns so I dunno, Kidnapped sounds like the kind of show I hate, crime drama, but I'll try it because people are raving about it*

Wednesdays

9:00pm-20 Good Years
9:30pm-30 Rock

*Don't know if I'll like the comedies or not, but I will try them. Biggest Loser and Law and Order don't interest me.

Thursdays

9:00pm-Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip
10:00pm in January-The Black Donnellys

*Earl/Office don't interest me, neither does the tired old ER. Studio 60 is one of my most anticipated shows this Fall(and the most anticipated on NBC). Will try The Black Donnellys.

Fridays

8:00pm-Deal or No Deal

*Las Vegas and Law and Order: CI don't interest me*

Overall an improvement over now...

I'll sample the two sitcoms on Wednesday night because they show promise, but I predict they'll be pummled, hands down.

I'm going to at least give Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip a chance. Maybe The Black Donnellys too. I'll continue to watch Las Vegas and Deal or No Deal ... and The Apprentice I'll just end up watching on CNBC (the reruns). The rest? Meh... depends. I watch enough as it is and I always dread finding a show I love because odds are my luck is that it's cancelled ... lol.

I'll be watching Deal or No Deal. I am gonna try out Heros and Studio 60... but most of my shows are on the other networks

What I'll either be watching or recording (Depending on other schedules, my schedule, etc)

MONDAY
8-9 p.m. "Deal or No Deal"

WEDNESDAY
9-9:30 p.m. "20 GOOD YEARS"
9:30-10 p.m. "30 ROCK"

THURSDAY
8-8:30 p.m. "My Name Is Earl" (new time)
8:30-9 p.m. "The Office" (new time)

FRIDAY
8-9 p.m. "Deal or No Deal"
9-10 p.m. "Las Vegas"

SUNDAY
7-8 p.m. "FOOTBALL NIGHT IN AMERICA"
8-11 p.m. "SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL"

Consistent with NBC's ongoing strategy of introducing new series all season long, January will see the arrival of the previously announced drama "The Black Donnellys" -- from Oscar winners Paul Haggis ("Crash") and Bobby Moresco ("Crash"). The series is a gritty saga about four working-class Irish brothers' exploits in organized crime. It will debut on Thursdays (10-11 p.m. ET) and continue with consecutive original episodes. As a result, "ER" will premiere in its 13th season this Fall on Thursdays (10-11 p.m. ET) and will run with virtually continuous original episodes until its cliffhanger in December. The Emmy-winning series will resume after "The Black Donnellys" completes its first season.

After the NFL season concludes in January 2007, NBC will return to entertainment programs as it introduces a new Sunday-night lineup featuring "America's Got Talent" (8-9 p.m. ET) with newly announced host Regis Philbin presiding over a wide-open national talent contest produced by Simon Cowell ("American Idol"). "The Apprentice" (9-10 p.m. ET), with business titan Donald Trump, returns with a new edition based in Los Angeles. The reality series is followed by the new drama "Raines," starring Jeff Goldblum ("The Lost World: Jurassic Park") as an eccentric police detective in an inventive crime drama from Emmy-winning writer-producer Graham Yost ("Band of Brothers") and director-writer-producer Frank Darabont ("The Shawshank Redemption").

Also for mid-season, NBC can draw upon such new comedies as "The Singles Table," depicting a group of witty and single strangers who meet, console and befriend each other at a wedding, and "Andy Barker, P.I.," starring Andy Richter, who re-teams with co-writer and executive producer Conan O'Brien (NBC's "Late Night with Conan O'Brien") as an earnest CPA who embraces the unlikely chance to become a private detective.

Fan favorites "Crossing Jordan" and "Scrubs" will return to the NBC schedule at some point later in the season.[/quote]

Its an alright schedule... I say this for mid-season though get rid of America's Got Talent, move Apprentice down an Hour and plug Crossing Jordon in there Then on Wednesdays when TBL is done move those two comedy's to 8 and put Scrubs at 9 followed by The Singles Table at 9:30 and have Office finish 6 episodes before MNIE so the 6 eps of Andy Baker can air after the last 6 eps of MNIE... I don't know

That's true.... we all know how poorly Desperate Housewives and Boston Legal did when they were paired together 2 years ago.

That is true, but Desperate Housewives had the most buzz and potential of any new show in the last few years. Boston Legal didn't do lights out in that slot anyway. I don't see a break-out in Friday Night Lights or Kidnapped. If it were Studio 60 and another new drama, then I wouldn't question it.

My NBC Schedule (most will be taped or just tried)

Sunday
9:00-The Apprentice
10:00-Raines

Tuesdays
9:00-Kidnapped

Wednesdays
9:00-20 Good Years
9:30-30 Rock

Thursday
All of It

Friday
9:00-Las Vegas

I'm sorry, but I really think they need to shorten the title of Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip to, say, Studio 60....If they use the words Sunset Strip in the title, there is bound to be a noticeable contingent of people who will confuse the show with 77 Sunset Strip - I've messed it up nearly every time myself.

Friday Night Lights and Kidnapped are the only ones that look good to me. But I doubt they will make it on Tuesday. I was right 20 Good Years got a bad time slot. Better luck next year NBC. The only returning shows on NBC I care about are MNIE and L&O and SVU.

SVU would be better Tues at 9. Two new dramas back to back is a huge risk.i think so too and besides kidnapped really dosent sound very good to start with but i could be wrong some show dont sound good on paper 2 show that i didnt think i would like at all were scrubs and my name is earl and now those are 2 of my faVE SHOWS

i think so too and besides kidnapped really dosent sound very good to start with but i could be wrong some show dont sound good on paper 2 show that i didnt think i would like at all were scrubs and my name is earl and now those are 2 of my faVE SHOWS

I've heard nothing but EXTREMELY positive reviews about Kidnapped... everything I've heard is it could be the biggest new show of the Fall.

I do think the dramas airing on Tuesday have a better shot then the sitcoms and reality shows NBC has aired there the last few years but SVU would have a better shot against The Unit and House then Kidnapped will.

I've heard nothing but EXTREMELY positive reviews about Kidnapped... everything I've heard is it could be the biggest new show of the Fall.

Im checking it out because it sounds okay but mostly Because Sisto is is a wonderful Actor and deserves more jobs...

Is the show supposed to be like Law & Order, or more drawn out like Lost or 24?? I haven't read anything on it, but I'll give it a chance if it looks good. Sounds interesting.

What I've heard is each episode will be one hour after the last so the first episode will start with the kidnapping... It sounds really kind of interesting

I was right 20 Good Years got a bad time slot. Better luck next year NBC.

I agree but if they just schedule a drama [crime or other], itll just get crushed by Lost and Criminal Minds. Going with comedy will give viewers an alternative if they want comedy and The Biggest Loser should be a decent lead in. Since LOST is starting in NOV, itll have some[not enough] time to gain viewership. But only time will tell.

I agree but if they just schedule a drama [crime or other], itll just get crushed by Lost and Criminal Minds. Going with comedy will give viewers an alternative if they want comedy and The Biggest Loser should be a decent lead in. Since LOST is starting in NOV, itll have some[not enough] time to gain viewership. But only time will tell.
I'm not really interested in the sitcom that comes on after it so I'll probably tape it since I'm a fan of both Lost and CM.

That whole line up looks like a desperate cry for help. Which NBC is pretty much.

Official line-up:

NBC PRIMETIME SCHEDULE FOR FALL 2006-07

*New programs in CAPS (with the exception of "ER")

MONDAY
8-9 p.m. "Deal or No Deal"
9-10 p.m. "HEROES"
10-11 p.m. "Medium"


Howie Mandel rules! My Monday nights are all set to NBC. Ladies, please....


TUESDAY
8-9 p.m. "FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS"
9-10 p.m. "KIDNAPPED"
10-11 p.m. "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit"


I don't like this group at all. Would it not have made sense to bring "Scrubs" back on Tuesdays at 8 followed by a new comedy that can use the lead-in to gain viewers as it goes along, and leave "Friday Night Lights", a football drama, to air on Sundays in mid-season after the real football season ends? This is not rocket science, people.



WEDNESDAY
8-9 p.m. "The Biggest Loser"
9-9:30 p.m. "20 GOOD YEARS"
9:30-10 p.m. "30 ROCK"
10-11 p.m. "Law & Order"


A night of great irony and confusion. The irony is that "20 Good Years" stars John Lithgow of "3rd Rock" airing before a new series called "30 Rock". Are you confused yet? It's interesting to note that both "30 Rock" (named after NBC's home office) and "Studio 60 On The Sunset Strip" are both about the same subject matter, a behind the scenes look at a late night sketch show similiar to SNL. Now why would NBC do that? Hey, Tina Fey, don't give up your night job!


THURSDAY
8-8:30 p.m. "My Name Is Earl" (new time)
8:30-9 p.m. "The Office" (new time)
9-10 p.m. "STUDIO 60 ON THE SUNSET STRIP"
10-11 p.m. "ER"/("THE BLACK DONNELLYS" in January 2007)


This is still NBC's strongest night, even if it's no longer "Must See TV", not for me anyway, although I do plan to watch "Studio 60". The big question here is: will Matthew Perry fare better on his own than his "Friend" Matt LeBlanc did with "Joey"? I'm guessing that he will. If you're not sure, I'm placing the over/under bet at 30 episodes.


FRIDAY
8-9 p.m. "Deal or No Deal"
9-10 p.m. "Las Vegas"
10-11 p.m. "Law & Order: Criminal Intent" (new day and time)


Now this is a cool strategy. A game show where it helps to be a good gambler followed by a series set in "Las Vegas". Now why didn't I think of that? I like how NBC placed "Deal Or No Deal" on Mondays and Fridays. You finish watching it at the beginning of the week and then you have to wait until the end of the week before it continues. Once Friday's show ends, then you have the whole weekend to figure out what happens next. The anticipation alone should make for good ratings. As long as NBC doesn't add a third night and overexpose the show, I'd say they've made a great "Deal"!

However, the weekend schedule really sucks.

Show's over, nothing to see there.


SATURDAY
8-9 p.m. "Dateline Saturday"
9-11 p.m. Drama Series Encores

SUNDAY
7-8 p.m. "FOOTBALL NIGHT IN AMERICA"
8-11 p.m. "SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL"

Ausiello has a full report on reactions to NBC's Upfront.

http://community.tvguide.com/thread.jspa?threadID=700001931

Damn it. It looks like Everwood's dead. :mad:

Well I am unimpressed with Studio 60 after watching 6 minutes from the Pilot.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fo2klPzrYss&search=nbc%20upfront

Now I see why a lot of people at the Upfronts didn't like it.

Dear God. Why so dramatic? Boo hoo, a moron on live TV - its NBC! Stupid shots on eyes, random. For the love of god - its a show about a show, what kind of drama does it have? Three's Company wasn't that bad! Matthew Perry made it a little better, but stop taking yourself so seriously - its a show about a comedy show with a bad dramatic plot. The l;ast few minutes were a little better than What About Brian and Pepper Dennis.

it didnt seem that bad to me jus for a clip.. I'm still gonna be giving it a chance in the fall

Well I am unimpressed with Studio 60 after watching 6 minutes from the Pilot.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fo2klPzrYss&search=nbc%20upfront

Now I see why a lot of people at the Upfronts didn't like it.
I bet it gets moved before the start of the season because it's going to get creamed in the timeslot it's in now.

What do you Bet get Moves befor The Start of The Season.

What do you Bet get Moves befor The Start of The Season.

Studio 60. It won't make it against CSI and Grey's Anatomy(it may not make it anyway).

I have a question about "20 Good Years", the new Jeffrey Tambor/John Lithgow comedy. It's supposed to be about a pair of friends who believe they only have about 20 good years left to enjoy their life. If that's the case, and the show gets renewed for a second season, will they then change the title next year to "19 Good Years"? Just wondering.

This is the Current Sunday Night Football Schedule for NBC

Week #1- 9/10
Indianapolis at N.Y. Giants 8:15 p.m.

Week #2- 9/17
Washington at Dallas 8:15 p.m.

Week #3- 9/24
Denver at New England 8:15 p.m

Week #4- 10/1
Seattle at Chicago 8:15 p.m.

Week #5- 10/8
Pittsburgh at San Diego 8:15 p.m.

Week #6- 10/15
Oakland at Denver 8:15 p.m.

Week #7- 10/22
No Game Scheduled at 8:15 p.m

Week #8- 10/29
Dallas at Carolina 8:15 p.m.

Week #9- 11/5
Indianapolis at New England 8:15 p.m.

Week #10- Week #17 [Except Week 16]
-One of the Sunday games will move to 8:15 p.m. Sunday night.

I hope NBC schedules Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip to another night

I hope they do because Scrubs could take its place - that would be a great move.

I hope NBC schedules Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip to another night

I heard that NBC is considering moving Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip out of the competitive Thursday 9pm spot, and airing The Apprentice 6 in its place.

Word is Heroes will be benched until mid-season, with Studio 60 taking Mondays at 9, and The Apprentice: Hollywood taking Thursdays at 9.

Why did they not bring Scrubs earlier? Scrubs would be good there since its a single camera show and I believe their thinking is that they don't own it - its just a slot filler, they will be killed in that slot so why not put on programming that will attract the same audience no matter where you put it.

Word is Heroes will be benched until mid-season, with Studio 60 taking Mondays at 9, and The Apprentice: Hollywood taking Thursdays at 9.

Hmmmm... interesting. Thanks.

I think The Apprentice would do better in the ratings than Scrubs. If they brought back Scrubs, then I think they would bring another new sitcom, too.

Figures...Heroes was a show I'd probably check out.

I would have watched Studio 60 in it's previous slot, I really would have. But in it's new slot, there's just no way - not with 24 looming in January. That's why I always watch the CBS comedies at 9p Mondays - I can watch them live in the fall, and then either just DVR or skip them entirely in the Spring, and still feel like I'm not "missing out".

And is the replacement programming something I (or as evidence by it's continuously sagging ratings the majority of America) would watch at that same slot? Heck no. They moved it OUT of that slot because it wasn't performing well there anymore, and they honestly expect it to do so THIS time - With INCREASED competition (now they don't just have CSI to worry about but Grey too)....

Finally:
"A sign of insanity is to keep doing the same thing and expect a different outcome"

Studio 60 now Monday's at 10 with DEAL OR NO DEAL at Thursday 9PM. MORE: http://www.thefutoncritic.com/pr.aspx?id=20060525nbc03

That's like a total revamp. Is NBC nuts?? I never heard of major changes like this after an upfront. Wednesdays look weaker to me now.

The first half of that I like, I REALLY like. I am NOT a fan of CSI Miami, and definitely didn't see myself watching it. And I just...don't....like What About Brian.

As for Deal or No Deal: Wow. They've got guts - moving NBC's most watched show of the new season....into direct competition against 2 of the 3 most watched shows on TV. This is a bold move to say the least.

NBC REVISED PRIMETIME SCHEDULE FOR FALL 2006-07

*New programs in CAPS (with the exception of "ER"); all times are Eastern.

MONDAY
8-9 p.m. "Deal or No Deal"
9-10 p.m. "HEROES"
10-11 p.m. "STUDIO 60 ON THE SUNSET STRIP" (new day and time)

TUESDAY
8-9 p.m. "FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS"
9-10 p.m. "Law & Order: Criminal Intent" (new day and time)
10-11 p.m. "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit"

WEDNESDAY
8-8:30 p.m. "20 GOOD YEARS" (new time)
8:30-9 p.m. "30 ROCK" (new time)
9-10 p.m. "The Biggest Loser" (new time);
10-11 p.m. "KIDNAPPED" (new day and time)

THURSDAY
8-8:30 p.m. "My Name Is Earl"
8:30-9 p.m. "The Office"
9-10 p.m. "Deal or No Deal" (new day and time)
10-11 p.m. "ER"/("THE BLACK DONNELLYS" in January 2007)

FRIDAY
8-9 p.m. "Crossing Jordan" (new day and time)
9-10 p.m. "Las Vegas"
10-11 p.m. "Law & Order" (new day)

SATURDAY
8-9 p.m. "Dateline Saturday"
9-11 p.m. Drama Series Encores

SUNDAY
7-8 p.m. "FOOTBALL NIGHT IN AMERICA"
8-11 p.m. "SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL"

A positive thing for me is that with this change, Medium is off the schedule until midseason. No Medium = Happy Seth. Better still that it be replaced by a show I WANT to watch.

WTF? TOO MANY CHANGES!!! :rolleyes:

I think the changes are for the better, IMO. NBC was smart to shift things around.

Other than Wednesday, the new schedule looks good. I'm glad they didn't bench Heroes

Studio 60 on Monday at 10-Good.

Back to back Law and Orders on Tuesday-Bad.

Wednesday-DEAD! Kidnapped won't survive at 10pm with no lead-in.

Thursday-DOND is good counterprogramming to CSI and Grey's, but at least they won't be killing Studio 60 here.

Friday-Crossing Jordan at 8? Isn't that a bit early for it? Law and Order at 10... I guess it will die a quick death there, as opposed to a slow painful one on Wednesday.

OK... so it's not THAT terrible, but it's so many changes that overall it'll have a negative impact.

WTF? TOO MANY CHANGES!!! :rolleyes:
It proves NBC doesn't know what they're doing. :lol:

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2006/05/nbc-revamps-fall-2006-line-up-my-fair.html Tomorrow I will have a piece on this lineup and what would have worked better.

I'd say that now NBC's Thursday nights are a lot stronger, and, on Fridays, I won't have to decide between "Deal" and "Ghost Whisperer", so that burden has been lifted rather nicely.

I wonder why NBC Change There Fall Schedule

I want MEDIUM :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad:

I won't be watching NBC this fall, nothing looks good.

As promised, my NBC revision thoughts:

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2006/05/norman-lear-sitcom-book-coming-this.html

Fall Premiere Dates have been announced!

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

8:00-10:00
DEAL OR NO DEAL
[2-HOURS]

10:00-11:00
STUDIO 60 ON THE SUNSET STRIP
[SERIES PREMIERE]

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

8:00-9:00
DEAL OR NO DEAL
[SPECIAL NIGHT]

9:00-10:00
LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT
[SEASON PREMIERE]

10:00
LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT
[SEASON PREMIERE]

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

8:00-10:00
THE BIGGEST LOSER
[2-HOUR SEASON PREMIERE, SPECIAL TIME]

10:00
KIDNAPPED
[SERIES PREMIERE]


THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

8:00
MY NAME IS EARL
[SEASON PREMIERE]

8:30
THE OFFICE
[SEASON PREMIERE]

9:00
DEAL OR NO DEAL
[THURSDAY EDITION PREMIERE]

10:00
ER
[SEASON PREMIERE]

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

8:00
DEAL OR NO DEAL
[SPECIAL NIGHT]

9:00
DATELINE: INTERNET CRIME
[SPECIAL 4-PART SERIES, PREMIERE]

10:00
LAW & ORDER
[SEASON PREMIERE]

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

9:00
HEROES
[SERIES PREMIERE]

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

8:00
THE BIGGEST LOSER
[2-HOUR EPISODE, SPECIAL TIME]

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3

8:00
FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS
[SERIES PREMIERE]

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4

8:00
20 GOOD YEARS
[1-HOUR SERIES PREMIERE]

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11

8:30
30 ROCK
[SERIES PREMIERE]

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20

8:00
CROSSING JORDAN
[SEASON PREMIERE]

9:00
LAS VEGAS
[SEASON PREMIERE]

NBC to reair rookies on cable same week:
Highly touted Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip could run on multiple cable networks, with the most likely destinations Bravo and USA. Mystical drama Heroes is a natural fit for Sci Fi Channel, while USA is a probable destination for Kidnapped, Friday Night Lights and the 60-minute premiere of comedy 20 Good Years, which shrinks to 30 minutes after its first episode.

Due to the difficulty of programming 30-minute comedies on those cable networks, NBC may not run comedy 30 Rock on cable.

Has anyone checked out the offical site?http://www.kidnappedtheseries.com/ i was just checking it out today and i noticed on Latimer Kings badge there is this cool thing where you click on it and it gives you a bunch of extra stuff... its pretty neat.. i want to find more features like this but havent had any luck what about yall?:)

Did anyone else watch Studio 60 last night? I did and found it boring. I was not impressed, but I can see it being a huge favorite among critics. I'll give it another shot next week though.

The ratings were good, but the drop in the last half-hour is concerning. Off 11% in the overnights, 15% among Adults 18-49, and down 2.37 million viewers.

Deal or No Deal was a huge powerhouse though.

Wow, I didn't know those numbers! I actually didn't see Studio 60 bc I had already rented it on Netflix, so that may have been a facotr in the ratings game. I did watch some of Deal or No Deal! My favorite contestant was Maty! Poor guy just kept on sweating.

Studio 60 .... so boring. My god, everything about it annoyed me or put me to sleep. When I wasn't falling asleep I was yelling at the TV screen.

The scene right after the opening credits put me into a coma.

It was plain terrible.

Even small things, like the scene at NBS head quaters with the video monitor, the directors and producers managed to anger the hell out of me just by playing videos over each other.

The show was god awful.

Studio 60 .... so boring. My god, everything about it annoyed me or put me to sleep. When I wasn't falling asleep I was yelling at the TV screen.

:brent

I was falling asleep too, in fact, I fell asleep completely and missed the last 10 minutes. :lol:

Looks like the ratings back up the points, even with all the hoopla - it was just too boring for some.

Kidnapped is DOA!!!! (I thought it sucked and turned it off before the half-hour mark).

At 10 p.m., "CSI: NY" brought in the night's biggest audience for CBS with a 10.6/18. "Grey's Anatomy" averaged a 7.3/12 for ABC. The premiere of "Kidnapped" on NBC didn't abduct many viewers, coming in at 5.1/8.

I liked Studio 60, not Kidnapped.

Well it looks like Heroes is a Hit...

It came in 3rd in Total Viewers & Housholds (beating out DoND & Studio 60 as the highest rated NBC program) and then it was #1 in A18-49...If all continues this well I see it moving to Thursdays at 10...

Well it looks like Heroes is a Hit...

It came in 3rd in Total Viewers & Housholds (beating out DoND & Studio 60 as the highest rated NBC program) and then it was #1 in A18-49...If all continues this well I see it moving to Thursdays at 10...

I wouldn't go that far yet... it certainly is the closest thing to a hit so far, but it could easily drop next week(like Studio 60 did). I don't think it will drop nearly enough to be in danger though.

Well it looks like Heroes is a Hit...

It came in 3rd in Total Viewers & Housholds (beating out DoND & Studio 60 as the highest rated NBC program) and then it was #1 in A18-49...If all continues this well I see it moving to Thursdays at 10...
Heroes was pretty good. Much better than Studio 60.

we will not to see Herose until Sunday, October 1, 2006 at 9:00 am Central Time on WDSU TV 6

Kidnapped is DEAD.

At 10 p.m., "CSI: NY" kept CBS in front with a 10.4/17. A "20/20" special featuring an interview with Terri Irwin, "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin's widow, scored an 8.8/15. NBC's "Kidnapped" continued to struggle, drawing a 4.4/7.

Won't air next week probably.

Kidnapped is DEAD.

At 10 p.m., "CSI: NY" kept CBS in front with a 10.4/17. A "20/20" special featuring an interview with Terri Irwin, "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin's widow, scored an 8.8/15. NBC's "Kidnapped" continued to struggle, drawing a 4.4/7.

Won't air next week probably.
:confused: :confused: And it is such a good show, why did NBC have to put it in this Death slot...

Tommorrow, Friday Night Lights debuts 8/7c... I hope it does well, at least in the 18-48 category. I know its not going to be a smash hit, but hoping it does decent.

Tommorrow, Friday Night Lights debuts 8/7c... I hope it does well, at least in the 18-48 category. I know its not going to be a smash hit, but hoping it does decent.

I think it'll do OK, but it probably will be in 4th(Baseball is a big wildcard). I'm expecting about a 5.0 rating, 8-9 million viewers, which is better than NBC has done in the slot for quite awhile, so I think they will be satisfied with those numbers.

I think it'll do OK, but it probably will be in 4th(Baseball is a big wildcard). I'm expecting about a 5.0 rating, 8-9 million viewers, which is better than NBC has done in the slot for quite awhile, so I think they will be satisfied with those numbers.
House'll be getting moved back to 9 after baseball so maybe it can get 3rd place then.

Can you please tell me if the episode of Friday Night Light on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at 7:00 pm Central Time is a repeat.

Can you please tell me if the episode of Friday Night Light on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at 7:00 pm Central Time is a repeat.

Uh... yeah. Any airing not on Tuesday at 8pm ET/PT is a repeat.

I'm going to watch tomorrow. It looks mildly interesting.

Thanks for the Help

NBC Monday is weakening. All three shows are slipping, but what's really concerning is Studio 60 fell 20% from LAST WEEK and lost to THE BACHELOR.

ohno:

At 10 p.m., "CSI: Miami" drew the night's largest audience with an 11.1/18. "The Bachelor" ticked up to 6.4/10 in its second hour, and NBC's "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip" delivered a 6.0/10.

Heroes fell to a 7.6/11, down 14% from last week.

Deal or No Deal got an 8.1/13, 8.2 last week.

NBC Monday is weakening. All three shows are slipping, but what's really concerning is Studio 60 fell 20% from LAST WEEK and lost to THE BACHELOR.

ohno:

At 10 p.m., "CSI: Miami" drew the night's largest audience with an 11.1/18. "The Bachelor" ticked up to 6.4/10 in its second hour, and NBC's "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip" delivered a 6.0/10.

Heroes fell to a 7.6/11, down 14% from last week.

Deal or No Deal got an 8.1/13, 8.2 last week.
I knew Heroes would be down but if it stays at those levels I think it will be a keeper. Studio 60 is dead. I'm giving up on the show. I enjoyed the pilot but the show's been getting worst as far as I'm concerned and losing to the Bachelor is not good. Medium will be back here soon and probably would be a better companion show with Heroes anyway.

Friday Night Lights was very good, except for the Fairy Tale ending. The promo for future weeks looks really good so I'll defintely be back.

8/10

I didn't get to watch it... will have to catch a repeat.

Friday Night Lights is DOA.

In series-premiere news, the lights were clearly not bright on new NBC drama Friday Night Lights, which kicked-off with a mere 5.3/ 8 in the overnights (#4), 7.18 million viewers (#3) and a 2.7/ 8 among adults 18-49 (#3) at 8 p.m.

I knew it wouldn't do that well against DWTS and NCIS, but it should have done better.

"Dancing with the Stars," 11.4/19, won the 8 p.m. hour for ABC. CBS' "NCIS," 9.7/16, had its best numbers of the young season, possibly benefiting from the absence of FOX's "House." NBC was a distant third with the premiere of "Friday Night Lights," 4.7/7. FOX's coverage of the New York Yankees-Detroit Tigers playoff game was fourth for the hour. "Gilmore Girls" earned a 3.3/5 for The CW.

LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - NBC is relocating its terminally ill new drama "Kidnapped" to the ratings black hole known as Saturdays, beginning October 21, sources said.

The network recently announced it would end production of the low-rated show after 13 episodes. The serial thriller, about a wealthy family whose teenage son is abducted, currently airs Wednesdays at 10 p.m. That slot is expected to be assumed by "Dateline NBC."

Reuters/Hollywood Reporter

LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - NBC is relocating its terminally ill new drama "Kidnapped" to the ratings black hole known as Saturdays, beginning October 21, sources said.

The network recently announced it would end production of the low-rated show after 13 episodes. The serial thriller, about a wealthy family whose teenage son is abducted, currently airs Wednesdays at 10 p.m. That slot is expected to be assumed by "Dateline NBC."

Reuters/Hollywood Reporter
well at least NBC is letting the show play out which is something networks don't usually do.

The only shows I watch on NBC this year are ER, of course, and Las Vegas. Nothing appeals to me on that Network anymore, and it was my favorite Network just a few years ago.

Good news and bad news last night.

Deal or No Deal went up to a 9.4, from an 8.1 last week.

Heroes went up from a 7.6 to an 8.1

Now the bad...

Studio 60 continued it's drop, to a 5.7, down from a 6.0 last week. It was only .7 ahead of ABC's "What About Brian".

Medium will return next month and will air Wednesdays at 10pm ET/PT, according to Variety.

http://www.comingsoon.net/news/tvnews.php?id=16943

I am glad to here that Medium will Return to The NBC Schedule on ednesday Night's at 9:00 pm Central Time.

Wow, I am just really surprised at 60's performance thus far. I didn't think that Brian would be able to catch up to it, but it looks like it is going to get passed by the returning show. I really hope they don't cancel it!!

do you think that Studio 60 could be the next show to get Cancelled

NBC has to air the 13 episodes or face a stiff cash penalty, so I think it will at least last til then, but I don't think it'll be around much longer after that.

Medium needs to go to Mondays at 10 and move Studio 60 to Wednesdays. Heroes and Medium would go together VERY well, and Medium always did well on Mondays.

30 Rock/20 Good Years were sluggish last night and 4th behind ABC, CBS, and FOX.

What do you mean by 20 ood Year's and 30 Rock Sluggish

What do you mean by 20 ood Year's and 30 Rock Sluggish

The ratings were not good. 5.5/9 for 30 Rock and a 4.7/7 for 20 Good Years.

30 Rock and 20 Good Years did bad. I was expecting at least a 6 for 30 Rock, it did an OK 5.5, but 20 Good Years was terrible at 4.7

Maybe 20 ood Year's and 30 Rock will do better after The aseball Playoffs and The Word Series is over.

NBC'S 'MEDIUM' RETURNS TO PRIMETIME SCHEDULE ON WEDNESDAYS (10-11 P.M.) BEGINNING NOVEMBER 15

BURBANK October 12, 2006 - NBC will return the hit drama "Medium" - starring Emmy Award winner Patricia Arquette --to its primetime schedule on Wednesday, November 15 (10-11 p.m. ET), it was announced today by Kevin Reilly, President, NBC Entertainment.

"We have been waiting for the right moment to bring back this excellent, chilling drama to our lineup and we know this will make the show's legion of devoted fans very happy," said Reilly. "'Medium' is an especially creative show, led by the vision of executive producer-creator Glenn Gordon Caron, that is ready to hit the ground running with its new season of thrilling episodes."

For the 2005-06 season, "Medium" averaged a 4.1 rating, 10 share among adults 18-49 and 11.1 million viewers overall and was NBC's #3 drama for the season in both categories.

From Emmy Award-winning executive producer, creator and director Glenn Gordon Caron ("Moonlighting"), "Medium" is a chilling drama series inspired by the real-life story of research medium Allison DuBois. Emmy-winning Patricia Arquette ("Stigmata," "Flirting with Disaster") stars as a young wife and mother who, since childhood, has been struggling to make sense of her dreams and visions of dead people. Arquette received the Emmy in the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series category for her performance as DuBois after the telecast of the initial 16 episodes of the critically acclaimed series.

As a part-time consultant to the district attorney's office, Allison uses her psychic abilities, which consist of talking to dead people as well as seeing the future in her dreams to solve violent and horrifying crimes that have remained mysteries to her boss D.A. Devalos (Miguel Sandoval, "The Division") and others within the criminal justice system. Jake Weber ("Meet Joe Black") stars as Allison's supportive husband Joe, and Sofia Vassilieva ("Eloise at the Plaza") and Maria Lark ("10.5") star as Ariel and Bridget, the two eldest DuBois children. David Cubitt also stars as Detective Lee Scanlon and Madison Carabello plays the youngest daughter, Marie DuBois.

Caron is creator and executive producer. Kelsey Grammer ("Girlfriends"), Steve Stark, Rene Echevarria and Oscar winner Ronald L. Schwary ("Ordinary People") are executive producers. "Medium" is produced by Picturemaker Productions, Inc. in association with CBS Paramount Network Television and Grammnet Productions.

NBC'S 'MEDIUM' RETURNS TO PRIMETIME SCHEDULE ON WEDNESDAYS (10-11 P.M.) BEGINNING NOVEMBER 15

BURBANK October 12, 2006 - NBC will return the hit drama "Medium" - starring Emmy Award winner Patricia Arquette --to its primetime schedule on Wednesday, November 15 (10-11 p.m. ET), it was announced today by Kevin Reilly, President, NBC Entertainment.

"We have been waiting for the right moment to bring back this excellent, chilling drama to our lineup and we know this will make the show's legion of devoted fans very happy," said Reilly. "'Medium' is an especially creative show, led by the vision of executive producer-creator Glenn Gordon Caron, that is ready to hit the ground running with its new season of thrilling episodes."

For the 2005-06 season, "Medium" averaged a 4.1 rating, 10 share among adults 18-49 and 11.1 million viewers overall and was NBC's #3 drama for the season in both categories.

From Emmy Award-winning executive producer, creator and director Glenn Gordon Caron ("Moonlighting"), "Medium" is a chilling drama series inspired by the real-life story of research medium Allison DuBois. Emmy-winning Patricia Arquette ("Stigmata," "Flirting with Disaster") stars as a young wife and mother who, since childhood, has been struggling to make sense of her dreams and visions of dead people. Arquette received the Emmy in the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series category for her performance as DuBois after the telecast of the initial 16 episodes of the critically acclaimed series.

As a part-time consultant to the district attorney's office, Allison uses her psychic abilities, which consist of talking to dead people as well as seeing the future in her dreams to solve violent and horrifying crimes that have remained mysteries to her boss D.A. Devalos (Miguel Sandoval, "The Division") and others within the criminal justice system. Jake Weber ("Meet Joe Black") stars as Allison's supportive husband Joe, and Sofia Vassilieva ("Eloise at the Plaza") and Maria Lark ("10.5") star as Ariel and Bridget, the two eldest DuBois children. David Cubitt also stars as Detective Lee Scanlon and Madison Carabello plays the youngest daughter, Marie DuBois.

Caron is creator and executive producer. Kelsey Grammer ("Girlfriends"), Steve Stark, Rene Echevarria and Oscar winner Ronald L. Schwary ("Ordinary People") are executive producers. "Medium" is produced by Picturemaker Productions, Inc. in association with CBS Paramount Network Television and Grammnet Productions.
That'll probably kill off the Nine once and for all. It really should return to Mondays at 10 though.

NBC has to air the 13 episodes or face a stiff cash penalty, so I think it will at least last til then, but I don't think it'll be around much longer after that.

Medium needs to go to Mondays at 10 and move Studio 60 to Wednesdays. Heroes and Medium would go together VERY well, and Medium always did well on Mondays.

30 Rock/20 Good Years were sluggish last night and 4th behind ABC, CBS, and FOX.i was thinking the same thing about medium and stuido 60 .i think stuido 60 would play much better on wednesday nights

I really do think that Studio 60 wouild do Much etter on Wednesday Night's

I can't wait for Las Vegas to prmiere next Friday night. It is still coming back on the 20th right?.....

I thinik that NBC Should have kept Twenty Good Year's at 7:00 pm Central Time and 30 Rock at 7:30 pm Central Time

I thinik that NBC Should have kept Twenty Good Year's at 7:00 pm Central Time and 30 Rock at 7:30 pm Central Time

It wouldn't have mattered I don't think. I actually think 30 Rock and The Office would go together well. 20 Good Years sucked.

do you think 30 Rock and Twenty Good Year's will make it

ER is back and better than ever! That is all...:)

ER seems like it is doing really well because Without a Trace is not in that slot. It is doing just about the same as it was doing last year.

ER seems like it is doing really well because Without a Trace is not in that slot. It is doing just about the same as it was doing last year.

I actually think Grey's Anatomy airing right before it is helping it more than anything else. Strange, but I've heard it from other people and it does makes sense.

I actually think Grey's Anatomy airing right before it is helping it more than anything else. Strange, but I've heard it from other people and it does makes sense.
Yea but I think that ER airing opposite 2 new shows is helping too. ER was stronger than anybody thought.

Yea but I think that ER airing opposite 2 new shows is helping too. ER was stronger than anybody thought.

Yeah, that too. It doesn't help that the 2 new shows aren't exactly impressive. Shark is well below what WAT was doing and let's not even mention Six Degrees. It's been holding less than half the Grey's Anatomy lead-in.

Oh and ER will not be going on hiatus for "The Black Donnellys" in January now.

Sunday Night Football is turning into a MAJOR waste of money!!! NBC is actually down significantly from LAST YEAR!

They averaged a 6.1/10 for the night. The best hour was at 9pm with a pathetic 7.2/11. It fell to a measley 5.7/9 at 10pm.

and they were supposed to be competitive with ABC... ohno:

For some reason why There is no Sunday Night Football Next Week

For some reason why There is no Sunday Night Football Next Week

Due to the World Series. It's being pre-empted so they don't split the audience.

Some good news for NBC, starting next month they will get to select the games they want(as long as it's a Sunday game, either a 1pm or 4:15pm kickoff), so they won't be stuck airing a game again with a team that has no wins.

Thanks for letting me know

Due to the World Series. It's being pre-empted so they don't split the audience.

Some good news for NBC, starting next month they will get to select the games they want(as long as it's a Sunday game, either a 1pm or 4:15pm kickoff), so they won't be stuck airing a game again with a team that has no wins.
That means the Raiders future games won't air. :lol:

are you saying NBC may have afternoon Game's

are you saying NBC may have afternoon Game's

NO! They will get to PICK any game scheduled on Sunday(1pm or 4pm) and air it IN PRIMETIME. It moves to Primetime, they don't move their coverage.

NBC is airing Deal or No Deal and 1 vs. 100 on Friday this Friday again, meaning Las Vegas has been bumped to Oct. 27.

Oh Thanks for clearingh that up

Thanks for The update

NBC is airing Deal or No Deal and 1 vs. 100 on Friday this Friday again, meaning Las Vegas has been bumped to Oct. 27.

party:

Of course, now I have three things to watch at 9pm. 1 vs. 100/Men in Trees/Trading Spouses. Joy. :rolleyes:

NBC is airing Deal or No Deal and 1 vs. 100 on Friday this Friday again, meaning Las Vegas has been bumped to Oct. 27.
I hate NBC.

Studio 60 got beat by What About Brian last night!

The same show that BARELY got renewed last year.

The same show that most people thought was dead before it premiered.

CBS capped the night with "CSI: Miami," 11.3/18, at 10 p.m. "What About Brian" was second for ABC at 5.7/9, topping the 5.3/8 for NBC's "Studio 60."

Deal or No Deal was also WAY UP, garnering a 10.5/16. Medium needs to go to Monday at 10 ASAP!

TV Guide is reporting that Friday Night Lights is going to Mondays at 10 for a one night trial on October 30th in Studio 60's slot. I bet it does better. :lol:

http://www.nola.com/newslogs/tpupdates/index.ssf?/mtlogs/nola_tpupdates/archives/2006_10_18.html#195997

I think Friday Night Light will do well on Monday October 30, 2006 at 9:00 pm Central Time

NBC has picked up 10 additional episodes of its promising new game show "1 vs. 100."

The network also has ordered six more scripts from its critically praised but low-rated new drama "Friday Night Lights."

The 10-episode pickup for "100" brings the order for the Endemol USA quiz show to 15 episodes. In its premiere last week, the show, hosted by Bob Saget, dominated the competition with 12.6 million viewers and a 4.1 rating/13 share among adults 18-49, NBC's best demo delivery with non-Olympics programming in the Friday 9 p.m. hour in nearly four years.

"100" originally was scheduled to move to its regular Friday 8 p.m. slot this week, leading in to the season premiere of "Las Vegas." NBC has decided to keep the game show in the 9 p.m. period behind "Deal or No Deal" for another week, pushing the season debut of "Las Vegas" to Oct. 27.

The six-script order for "Lights," combined with network's pickup of three more scripts last week, brings the order for the NBC Universal TV Studio drama to nine scripts, matching the number of episodes the series needs for a full-season order.

In its three airings, "Lights" has struggled in the Tuesday 8-9 p.m. hour, most recently posting 6.6 million viewers and a 2.7/7 in 18-49.

To boost the show's profile, the network will air an original episode Oct. 30 in the Monday 10 p.m. period, after NBC's breakout drama hit "Heroes." The episode of "Lights," which will repeat in the series' original Tuesday 8 p.m. slot the next night, will replace a repeat of soft freshman drama "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip," which airs in the Monday 10-11 p.m. hour.


http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr/television/article_display.jsp?vnu_content_id=1003285102

NBC has picked up 10 additional episodes of its promising new game show "1 vs. 100."

The network also has ordered six more scripts from its critically praised but low-rated new drama "Friday Night Lights."

The 10-episode pickup for "100" brings the order for the Endemol USA quiz show to 15 episodes. In its premiere last week, the show, hosted by Bob Saget, dominated the competition with 12.6 million viewers and a 4.1 rating/13 share among adults 18-49, NBC's best demo delivery with non-Olympics programming in the Friday 9 p.m. hour in nearly four years.

"100" originally was scheduled to move to its regular Friday 8 p.m. slot this week, leading in to the season premiere of "Las Vegas." NBC has decided to keep the game show in the 9 p.m. period behind "Deal or No Deal" for another week, pushing the season debut of "Las Vegas" to Oct. 27.

The six-script order for "Lights," combined with network's pickup of three more scripts last week, brings the order for the NBC Universal TV Studio drama to nine scripts, matching the number of episodes the series needs for a full-season order.

In its three airings, "Lights" has struggled in the Tuesday 8-9 p.m. hour, most recently posting 6.6 million viewers and a 2.7/7 in 18-49.

To boost the show's profile, the network will air an original episode Oct. 30 in the Monday 10 p.m. period, after NBC's breakout drama hit "Heroes." The episode of "Lights," which will repeat in the series' original Tuesday 8 p.m. slot the next night, will replace a repeat of soft freshman drama "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip," which airs in the Monday 10-11 p.m. hour.


http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr/television/article_display.jsp?vnu_content_id=1003285102
I haven't been watching Lights because of it's low ratings but it did get good reviews so I'm glad NBC is trying to save it.

Is This a one Monday Night Thing for Friday Night Light

30 Rock and 20 Good Years are DEAD! If you thought they did bad last week... well, compared to this week, that was good. :rotflmao:

NBC's "30 Rock," 3.9/6, and "Twenty Good Years," both fell significantly in their second week.

4th place and interestingly only .5 ahead of The CW. :eek:

I fully expect 1 vs. 100 in this timeslot within a few weeks.

Is This a one Monday Night Thing for Friday Night Light

Yes, for now. BUT, if FNL improves on Studio 60, look for it to become permament(the next Monday after is Sweeps). It's just a wait and see game right now.

Ouch.

Major layoffs and cuts coming at NBC Universal! Of course, after the sitcom ratings last night, I can't say I blame them. :lol:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/10/19/AR2006101900205.html

"NEW YORK -- NBC Universal plans to cut $750 million in operating expenses by the end of 2007 by eliminating employees, cutting back on scripted shows, and slashing its news budget, according to a report Thursday in The Wall Street Journal.

The moves come as more and more viewers and advertisers gravitate toward new media, NBC Universal Chairman Bob Wright told the newspaper. He said the moves would restore the company to double-digit growth next year.

"As we reprioritize ourselves toward digital, we've got to be as efficient in our current businesses as possible," said Wright, who was expected to make an official announcement Friday.

The measures will also affect movie production and other operations at NBC Universal, which is owned by General Electric Co.

Much of the money will be saved by slashing 5 percent of the company's global employees, or about 700 jobs.

The expected savings follow three lackluster years at NBC Universal, where operating profit fell 10 percent in each of the past three quarters. The slumping results cut into GE earnings.

NBC Universal said it will stop scheduling high-priced dramas and comedies during the 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. slot.

Jeff Zucker, chief executive of NBC Universal's television group, said he'll focus on cheaper programming.

Zucker told the newspaper that scripted shows cost too much given the lack of advertiser interest.

NBC's cost-saving plan involves laying off people from the company's 11 news divisions, including on-air talent."

and MSNBC is moving to 30 Rock

I think Deal or no Deal would come to Wednesdays before 1 vs. 100. 1 vs. 100 has just aired once so far and is not proven. Let's see how it does this Friday after Deal and a better test again the week after on its own.

Good and bad news last night...

Heroes is a breakout hit! No doubt about it. It was much higher than last week and it was the most-watched show among Adults 18-49, scoring it's highest numbers ever.

Meanwhile, Studio 60 is DEAD. It continued it's drop and I can see this show not airing all 13 episodes at this point(at least not during Sweeps).

do you think Studio 60 willo make it through The November Ratings Sweeps Period

do you think Studio 60 willo make it through The November Ratings Sweeps Period

Not at this point. NBC will not tolerate Heroes pulling an 8.5 and Studio 60 barely getting a 5.0(and if it continues to drop it'll be into the 4's in two weeks). The show has yet to stabilize and it's to the point where even if it does, the numbers and the cost don't constitute keeping it on. Remember that Friday Night Lights airs in the timeslot next week, and then Sweeps start a few days later.

Scrubs and 30 Rock are headed to Thursdays!!! But not til AFTER Sweeps in the deep sea of repeats known as December.

Beginning November 30, NBC's Thursday-night lineup will be "My Name Is Earl" (8-8:30 p.m. ET); "The Office" (8:30-9 p.m. ET); "Scrubs" (9-9:30 p.m. ET); and "30 Rock" (9:30-10 p.m. ET). "ER" will continue at 10-11 p.m. (ET).
Starting November 22, NBC will feature various specials on Wednesdays (8-9 p.m. ET), which will soon be announced.

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I guess 20 Good Years will be cancelled.

Scrubs and 30 Rock are headed to Thursdays!!! But not til AFTER Sweeps in the deep sea of repeats known as December.

Beginning November 30, NBC's Thursday-night lineup will be "My Name Is Earl" (8-8:30 p.m. ET); "The Office" (8:30-9 p.m. ET); "Scrubs" (9-9:30 p.m. ET); and "30 Rock" (9:30-10 p.m. ET). "ER" will continue at 10-11 p.m. (ET).
Starting November 22, NBC will feature various specials on Wednesdays (8-9 p.m. ET), which will soon be announced.

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I guess 20 Good Years will be cancelled.

I really don't care about The John Cho Show (aka The Single's Table) but I really wanna see Andy Barker, P.I. It has an awesome cast and a good plot plus writing by Richter & O'Brien. I hope 30 Rock fails (sorry Tina Fey) or goes away earlier then the other 4 shows end the season because I don't wanna see another Thick & Thin, If anything I wanna see another Teachers (both were sitcoms last year, Teachers ran for 6 funny episodes and didn't get renewed, but T&T never saw the light of day for its 6 episodes)

Well Friday Night Lights didn't do that well, but it did improve on it's Tuesday numbers. Still don't see this as good news for Studio 60.

5.7/10 in the Overnights. While this was a notable improvement for Friday Night Lights over its recent Tuesday 8 p.m. telecast (4.0/ 6 in the overnights on Oct. 24), Studio 60 last Monday averaged a higher 6.3/10 in the hour. Unfortunately, good family dramas don’t always have the luxury of finding an audience.

From Media Daily News:

Fox Gets It Wrong, NBC Says 'Studio 60' Stays Onboard

A FOX NEWS REPORT THAT NBC's heavily promoted "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip" would be dropped from the schedule created a frisson Monday, but appears to be premature.

An NBC representative said in an email the show hasn't been cancelled. The rep wrote: "It is profitable at this point." In fact, the network has ordered three more episodes of the show.

"Studio 60" is scheduled to air next Monday in its usual 10 p.m. slot, although a boffo performance by "Friday Night Lights" in the slot last night--where it was placed for a trial run--could potentially change things. But a more likely scenario would be a time-period change for "Studio 60"--not a retirement--a source said.

"Lights," a poor performer on Tuesdays, could then be viewed as more compatible with NBC's freshman hit "Heroes" on Mondays. "Studio 60" has failed to capitalize on the strong lead-in from the top-10 hit at 9 p.m.

Barring a major meltdown--and last week, ratings were up over the previous week--next week's performance by "Studio 60" is not considered a make or break. But NBC executives are watching its ratings closely, and are frustrated by their decline.

Still, the show is averaging a 3.8 for the season in "live plus same day" ratings for the 18-to-49 demo. (Note: advertisers are only paying for the lower "live" ratings.) NBC executives believe that as long as the show stays above a 3.0, it will function, at the very worst, as a loss leader. That barometer gives it a shot of staying on the air.

One of the reasons NBC might stick with it is the show's upscale profile, which can make it attractive to advertisers: Through Oct. 8, it ranked fourth among all network shows in median income for the 18-to-49 demo at $66,000. Another is the show's perceived status as high-brow "West Wing-style" entertainment, a brand image that NBC continues to pursue.

Barring an unexpected breakout performance from "Lights" last night, executives also believe that even if "Studio 60" were replaced, it would be hard to put a show in the time slot that would outperform CBS' "CSI" Miami," which dominates.

NBC could call on "Crossing Jordan," which is expected to return on Fridays this fall, if either "Studio" 60" or "Lights" gets the axe. But "Jordan" finished last year with a 3.3 in the 18-to-49 demo, behind cancelled show "Commander in Chief." In short, it could be hard-pressed to significantly outperform "Studio 60."

Much of "Studio 60's" fate involves economic decisions by the network as far as the cost benefit of yanking a show when episodes are already shot. Thirteen episodes have been ordered, although the NBC rep wrote that it is unclear how far along production is on the allotment--so there could be a shutdown. As of next Monday, seven episodes will have aired.

The Fox report received heightened attention via a prominent link on the "Drudge Report" that was later removed.

LOS ANGELES (thefutoncritic.com) -- It's official: NBC has pulled the plug on "Kidnapped."

Repeats of "Law & Order: Criminal Intent" will take over the show's Saturday, 9:00/8:00c home beginning November 4.

Just 3.7 million viewers, including a paltry 1.2 rating/4 share among adults 18-49, tuned into the show's most-recent broadcast, making it the least-watched program on the night.

The series had widely been considered dead by various industry insiders upon the announcement that it would wrap its storyline after its initial 13-episode run (read the story).

In total just five of the 13 ordered episodes have aired, although it's not clear if production has been or will be completed on the remaining installments.

Carl Beverly, David Greenwalt, Jason Smilovic, Michael Dinner and Sarah Timberman were the executive producers of the series, which came from Sony Pictures Television.

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NBC OFFERS A PLENTIFUL NOVEMBER OF PROGRAMS WITH A TWO-HOUR PREMIERE OF 'MEDIUM,' A SUPER-SIZED THURSDAY COMEDY NIGHT, MORE EPIC 'HEROES' SECRETS REVEALED, A CROSSOVER, AND STAR-STUDDED SPECIALS, SERIES AND HOLIDAY PROGRAMS

LINEUP INCLUDES TONY BENNETT, MADONNA AND HOLIDAY SPECIALS, AS WELL AS NOTABLE SERIES GUEST STARS ROSEANNE BARR, CHRISTIAN SLATER, FOREST WHITAKER, CHEVY CHASE, BERNADETTE PETERS, RIP TORN, JOHN GOODMAN, FRAN DRESCHER, RENA SOFER, BOB SAGET, RICHARD ROUNDTREE, CATHERINE BELL, CLEA DUVALL, JENNY MCCARTHY, THOMAS JANE, RITA MORENO, CHRIS SARANDON, MICHELLE TRACHTENBERG, GRIFFIN DUNNE AND LAWRENCE TAYLOR

BURBANK - November 1, 2006 - NBC's November schedule highlights include the anticipated two-hour premiere of "Medium," more epic "Heroes" secrets revealed, super-sized comedies, "My Name Is Earl," "The Office" and "30 Rock," and musical specials starring Tony Bennett and Madonna, as well as traditional holiday favorites.

Scripted series highlights offer a bounty of guest stars, including Roseanne Barr, Christian Slater, Forest Whitaker, Chevy Chase, Bernadette Peters, Rip Torn, John Goodman, Fran Drescher, Rena Sofer, Bob Saget, Richard Roundtree, Catherine Bell, Clea Duvall, Jenny McCarthy, Thomas Jane, Rita Moreno, Chris Sarandon, Michelle Trachtenberg, Griffin Dunne and Lawrence Taylor.

On Wednesday, November 15 (9-11 p.m. ET) the popular drama "Medium" premieres with a special two-hour episode. Thursday, November 16 (8-10 p.m. ET) will be a night of super-sized comedies for "My Name Is Earl," "The Office" and "30 Rock." A new episode of "Las Vegas" on Friday, November 17 (9-10 p.m. ET) will feature guest stars Jill Hennessy and Jerry O'Connell from "Crossing Jordan" as they venture once again to Sin City to help solve a crime.

Also, "Target Presents Tony Bennett: An American Classic" salutes the iconic entertainer with a musical extravaganza on Tuesday, November 21 (8-9 p.m. ET) and NBC will air Madonna's two-hour concert special "Madonna: The Confessions Tour - Live From London" on Wednesday, November 22 (8-10 p.m. ET) -- which marks the first-ever broadcast network performance by the international pop superstar.

In addition, NBC will officially kick off the holiday season on Thursday, November 23 with the 80th anniversary of "Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade" featuring first-time co-anchor Meredith Vieira and parade veterans Matt Lauer and Al Roker to be followed by the fifth-annual telecast of the "National Dog Show Presented by Purina," hosted by John O'Hurley and David Frei. Likewise, the season's classic "Christmas in Rockefeller Center," will light up the night on Wednesday, November 29, with the celebration of the world's most popular Christmas tree combined with an array of musical performances by Christina Aguilera, Enya, Taylor Hicks, John Legend, Martina McBride, Sarah McLachlan and Lionel Richie.

Thanksgiving night offers a special two-hour edition of "Deal or No Deal" (8-10 p.m. ET) -- as contestants look to give thanks for a possible $1 million payout -- while an all-new episode of the hit drama "ER" (10-11 p.m. ET) follows as one of the doctors must choose to become a hero after a tragic bus crash in a Thanksgiving-themed story.

Following are days, times (ET) and storyline information.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2

MY NAME IS EARL (8-8:30 p.m.)
"Made a Lady Think I Was God"

THE VOICE OF EARL? -- ROSEANNE BARR GUEST-STARS -- When Joy (Jaime Pressly) needs a restraining order lifted in order to improve her image for an upcoming trial, Earl (Jason Lee) decides to confront number 12 on his list -- "Made a Lady Think I Was God." In a mean-spirited attempt to have the manager of their trailer park, Millie Banks (guest star Roseanne Barr, "Roseanne") stop harassing them, Earl disguises himself as the voice of God and fools Millie into obeying his absurd commands. As Earl tries to erase Millie off his list, he finds that the once shrewd trailer-park manager is gone and has transformed for the better. Eddie Steeples, Ethan Suplee, and Nadine Velazquez also star.

THE OFFICE -- (8:30-9 p.m.)
"Diwali"

MICHAEL URGES THE ENTIRE OFFICE TO SUPPORT DIVERSITY BY CELEBRATING DIWALI, THE HINDU FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - EPISODE WRITTEN BY SERIES STAR MINDY KALING -- Michael (Golden Globe winner Steve Carell) encourages the entire Scranton branch to support Kelly (Mindy Kaling, who also wrote the episode) and attend a local celebration of Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights. As Ryan (B.J. Novak) nervously faces Kelly's family at the event, Michael, new girlfriend Carol (guest star Nancy Walls, "The Daily Show") and the staff sample a range of Indian culture and cuisine. Meanwhile, Andy (Ed Helms) convinces Jim (John Krasinski) to turn a late night of work into a drinking game. Rainn Wilson, Jenna Fischer, Melora Hardin, David Denman, Leslie David Baker, Brian Baumgartner, Kate Flannery, Angela Kinsey, Phyllis Smith and Paul Lieberstein also star, and Ed Helms ("The Daily Show"), Rashida Jones ("Wanted") and Charles Esten ("Whose Line Is It Anyway?") guest-star.

DEAL OR NO DEAL -- (9-10 p.m.)
"Episode #230"

IT'S BIG DEAL THURSDAY! VIEWERS AT HOME HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN $50,000; LIFE OF THE PARTY CHARMS HOST -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck to become a millionaire. Tonight, Anita English of Wentzville, Missouri puts out the moves as she tries to dance her way to the top prize of $1 million in a high-energy match of nerves, instincts and raw intuition. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play at Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $50,000.

ER -- (10-11 p.m.)
"Heart of the Matter"

TROUBLES OF THE HEART-- FOREST WHITAKER ('THE LAST KING OF SCOTLAND') GUEST-STARS -- Dr. Kovac (Goran Visnjic) anxiously awaits the jury decision between himself and Curtis Ames (guest star Forest Whitaker, "The Last King of Scotland") but fears for the worst. Neela (Parminder Nagra) is tired of doing the dirty work and tries to prove to Dr. Crenshaw (guest star J.P. Manoux) that she is worthy of scrubbing in for surgery. Morris (Scott Grimes) prepares for his big television debut but ends up getting upstaged by Weaver (Laura Innes). Meanwhile, Ray (Shane West) starts to get jealous when he sees Neela and Gates (John Stamos) flirting. Maura Tierney, Mekhi Phifer and Linda Cardellini also star.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3

"1 VS 100" (8-9 p.m.)
"Episode #4"

CONTESTANTS BATTLE WITS WITH GUINNESS BOOK OF WORLD RECORDS TITLE-HOLDERS, SUMMA CUM LAUDE GRADS AND A TRIVIA CHAMPION NUN -- Popular comedian Bob Saget ("Full House," "America's Funniest Home Videos") hosts the international hit game show where one contestant faces "the mob" of 100 others in an attempt to win up to $1 million in a tense battle of brains and guts. Ed Brown of Afton, Wyoming, returns to try and finish off the mob, and Kelly Ross of Oak Park, California and Monique Soltani of Hollywood, California try their luck to outsmart the mob, which includes Guinness Book of World Records title-holders, summa cum laude graduates and a trivia champion nun. Viewers at home can also watch and play "You vs. 100" for a chance to win $10,000.

LAS VEGAS (9-10 p.m.)
"Died in Plain Sight"

TOGETHER AGAIN -- Ed (James Caan) returns from a secret trip to Morocco with shocking news about his past. Meanwhile, Danny (Josh Duhamel) and Delinda's (Molly Sims) romance continues to heat up. Elsewhere, Mike (James Lesure) travels to Hawaii to help Sam (Vanessa Marcil) with her "whale" problem. Nikki Cox also stars and Cheryl Ladd and Kelly Hu guest-star.

LAW & ORDER (10-11 p.m.)
"In Vino Veritas"

TELEVISION ACTOR ARRESTED FOR DRUNK DRIVING, REVEALS RELIGIOUS PREJUDICE -- CHEVY CHASE GUEST-STARS -- When unemployed television actor Mitch Carroll (guest star Chevy Chase, "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation") is arrested for drunk driving at 2 a.m. while wearing blood-stained clothes, Detectives Ed Green (Jesse L. Martin) and Nina Cassady (Milena Govich) find themselves the target of a drunken rant that reveals the actor's religious prejudices. The blood is soon discovered to belong to Carroll's former executive producer -- but the case takes another turn when the same blood is found on Carroll's son John's (guest star Jaymie Dornan) shoes. A.D.A.s Jack McCoy (Sam Waterston) and Connie Rubirosa (Alana De La Garza) must then argue the role the father's prejudice had leading up the crime to ensure justice is served. S. Epatha Merkerson and Fred Dalton Thompson also star. (viewer discretion advised)

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5

FOOTBALL NIGHT IN AMERICA (7-8:15 p.m. ET)

"Football Night in America" is a complete recap of the top stories in the NFL, complete with highlights, analysis and reports from around the league. Bob Costas, the most honored studio host of all time with 19 Emmy Awards, hosts "Football Night in America," alongside co-host Cris Collinsworth, the most honored studio analyst in history with six Emmy Awards; and analysts Sterling Sharpe, a five-time Pro Bowler and Jerome Bettis, one of the most popular players in recent NFL history.

NBC SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL (8:15-11:30 p.m. ET) "Indianapolis Colts vs. New England Patriots"

The NFL's two best quarterbacks, Tom Brady and Peyton Manning, square off as "NBC Sunday Night Football" travels to Foxboro, Massachusetts for a matchup between fierce AFC rivals the New England Patriots (6-1) and the Indianapolis Colts (7-0)

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6

DEAL OR NO DEAL (8-9 p.m.)
"Episode #220"

CLEVELAND CAVALIERS ARENA HOSTESS TRIES HER LUCK AT BECOMING A MILLIONAIRE -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck to become a millionaire. Tonight, Cleveland Cavaliers arena hostess Nicole Cuglewski of Brook Park, Ohio and "Mr. Mom" Miles McIntosh of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania play for the top prize of $1 million in a high-energy match of nerves, instincts and raw intuition. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play at Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $10,000.

HEROES -- (9-10 p.m.)
"Nothing to Hide"

THE 'HEROES' EACH CONFRONT UNEXPECTED NEWS AND EVENTS THAT COULD FURTHER CHANGE THEIR LIVES AND RELATIONSHIPS; RENA SOFER, RICHARD ROUNDTREE GUEST-STAR -- Facing a crisis involving her son Micah (Noah Gray-Cabey), a distraught Niki (Ali Larter) reveals her recent personal struggles to a friend. Pushing aside his own issues at home, Matt (Greg Grunberg) assists Audrey's (guest star Clea Duvall, "Carnivale") investigation into another bizarre murder, but their pursuit of mysterious serial killer Sylar takes an unexpected turn. After failing to act like a "superhero" when faced with danger, Hiro (Masi Oka) questions his heroism. Nathan (Adrian Pasdar) and his wife Heidi (guest star Rena Sofer, "Melrose Place") strategize how to win the congressional election. Claire (Hayden Panettiere) is shocked to learn where her missing tape wound up. Meanwhile, her father H.R.G. ("Horn-Rimmed Glasses," Jack Coleman) is disturbed by news from one of his associates. Santiago Cabrera, Tawny Cypress, Sendhil Ramamurthy, Leonard Roberts and Milo Ventimiglia also star, and Randall Bentley ("Judging Amy"), Ashley Crow ("Champs"), Lisa Lackey ("NYPD Blue") and Richard Roundtree ("Shaft") guest-star.

STUDIO 60 ON THE SUNSET STRIP -- (10-11 p.m.)
"Nevada Day, Part I"

THE SHOW MUST GO ON; JOHN GOODMAN GUEST-STARS IN FIRST OF TWO-PART EPISODE -- An unusual collection of people have to go to a small town in Nevada to get Tom (Nathan Corddry) out of jail in time for his show that night. Guest star John Goodman plays a judge who's not a fan of "Studio 60" (first of a two-part episode). Matthew Perry, Amanda Peet, Bradley Whitford, Steven Weber, D.L. Hughley, Sarah Paulson and Timothy Busfield also star.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS -- (8-9 p.m.)
"El Accidente"

TO GOOD FRIENDS AND TEXAS FOREVER -- The Dillon Panthers are frustrated to face the possibility of last week's key win over Arnett Mead High being overturned due to Ray Tatum's recruitment (guest star Aldis Hodge). Police interrupt a sluggish practice with an arrest warrant for star defensive tackle Bobby Reyes (Walter Perez) after he viciously assaults another student outside of the sandwich shop. The Texas High School athletic administration summons Buddy Garrity (Brad Leland) and an uncomfortable Coach Taylor (Kyle Chandler) for further questioning before their final ruling. Meanwhile, Tim Riggins (Taylor Kitsch) and Lyla Garrity (Minka Kelly) break injured Jason Street (Scott Porter) out of his rehab room, taking him on a surprise trip to the lake just like old times. When Coach Taylor and wife Tami (Connie Britton) butt heads about Bobby Reyes' punishment, Coach Taylor wonders if he can do his job without giving up everything he believes in and hurting those he holds close. Aimee Teegarden, Jesse Plemons, Gaius Charles, Adrianne Palicki, and Zach Gilford also star.

LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT -- (9-10 p.m.)
"Country Crossover"

DRUNK DRIVER'S HIT-AND-RUN LEADS DETECTIVES DOWN A DIFFERENT TRAIL WHEN A HIGH-PROFILE MUSIC PRODUCER IS FOUND DEAD - GRIFFIN DUNNE AND THERESA RANDLE GUEST-STAR -- When the body of a high-profile hip-hop producer is found dead outside his studio, a hit-and-run calls Detectives Logan (Chris Noth) and Wheeler (Julianne Nicholson) to the scene. As the investigation continues, business partners, clients and friends are all suspects with different motives. But when love becomes the ultimate motive, Captain Ross (Eric Bogosian) steps into a different role to catch the true killer. Griffin Dunne ("Alias") and Theresa Randle ("Bad Boys II") guest-star.

NBC NEWS SPECIAL - (10-11 p.m.)
"Election Night Special"

ELECTION NIGHT -- NBC News provides comprehensive nationwide coverage of the mid-term elections that will determine the composition of the United States Senate, House of Representatives and various gubernatorial races. NBC's Brian Williams anchors the news desk. Joining Williams will be "Meet the Press" moderator and senior political analyst Tim Russert, and NBC Special correspondent Tom Brokaw.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8

30 ROCK - (8:00-8:30 p.m.)
"Jack Meets Dennis"

LIZ LEMON GOES BACK TO HER EX-BOYFRIEND DENNIS SIMPLY BECAUSE SHE'S BORED -- Liz (Tina Fey) confesses she got back with her ex ... because he asked. Jack Donaghy (Alec Baldwin) fears that Liz is leading a life of mediocrity and takes it upon himself to be her mentor. Meanwhile, back at the show, Liz needs to deal with a physically-altered cast, including a face tattoo on Tracy (Tracy Morgan); Botox and collagen injections on Jenna (Jane Krakowski) and Josh (Lonny Ross) sporting two black eyes from a run-in with an angry Regis Philbin. Scott Adsit, Jack McBrayer, Judah Friedlander, Keith Powell and Rachel Dratch also star.

TWENTY GOOD YEARS -- (8:30-9:00 p.m.)
"They Shoot Turkeys, Don't They?"

ODD TURKEY OUT -- As they prepare for Thanksgiving, Jeffrey (Jeffrey Tambor) struggles to teach Hugh (Jake Sandvig) how to make the perfect pie, and John (John Lithgow) makes plans to hunt for his turkey dinner. Meanwhile, John finds out about Stella's (Heather Burns) relationship with the doctor hired to replace him.

THE BIGGEST LOSER -- (9:00-10:00 p.m.)
"Episode #308 - They're Back"

WE'RE BAAACCKK! -- Host Caroline Rhea shocks the duos when she tells the remaining contestants that six of the 36 players who were sent home on the first day have returned, and will be weighing in to see which two states will make it back into the competition. The players and trainers are surprised to learn that some of these contestants who have been working out at home have lost more weight than the players on the ranch. All of the duos weigh-in -- and one loses their partner at the elimination.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9

MY NAME IS EARL (8-8:30 p.m.)
"Mailbox"

SHAMROCK MILKSHAKE, THAT WAS A GOOD DAY; JENNY MCCARTHY GUEST-STARS -- Bored with her life, Catalina (Nadine Velazquez) offers to help Earl (Jason Lee) take care of #75 on his list by cleaning out a mailbox that he once used as a trash can. But Catalina discovers an undelivered letter stuck at the bottom, and Earl is determined to find its rightful owner. When they learn it's a long-lost love letter from trailer park resident Will (Johnny Sneed) to his former gym co-worker Wendy (guest star Jenny McCarthy, "Scary Movie 3"), Earl agrees to keep an eye on Wendy while Will gets back into shape for her. Meanwhile, Joy (Jaime Pressly) kicks Darnell (Eddie Steeples) out after discovering he's in the Witness Protection Program. Ethan Suplee also stars.

THE OFFICE -- (8:30-9 p.m.)
"Branch Closing"

SCRANTON BRANCH SHUTDOWN LEADS DUNDER MIFFLIN'S STAFF TO WONDER WHAT THEIR LIVES MIGHT BE LIKE AWAY FROM THE OFFICE? -- When Jan tells Michael (Emmy and Golden Globe winner Steve Carell) that the Scranton Branch will be shutting down, Michael strives to keep his staff's spirits up. Meanwhile, everyone privately begins to envision how their lives will change in the aftermath. Rainn Wilson, Jenna Fischer, John Krasinski, B.J. Novak, Melora Hardin, David Denman, Leslie David Baker, Brian Baumgartner, Kate Flannery, Angela Kinsey, Phyllis Smith, Paul Lieberstein and Mindy Kaling also star, and Ed Helms ("The Daily Show"), Rashida Jones ("Wanted") and Charles Esten ("Whose Line Is It Anyway?") guest-star.

DEAL OR NO DEAL -- (9-10 p.m.)
"Episode #221"

IT'S BIG DEAL THURSDAY! VIEWERS AT HOME HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN $50,000; A FEISTY GRANDMOTHER IS REUNITED WITH HER FAMILY -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck to become a millionaire. Tonight, Miles McIntosh of Philadelphia returns to finish his game and feisty Chariton, Iowa grandmother Myra Laing is reunited with her family as she plays for the top prize of $1 million in a high-energy match of nerves, instincts and raw intuition. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play at Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $50,000.

ER -- (10-11 p.m.)
"Jigsaw"

A PUZZLING PATIENT COMES INTO THE E.R. AND LEAVES THE DOCTORS STUNNED; FOREST WHITAKER GUEST-STARS -- Abby (Maura Tierney) and Kovac (Goran Visnjic) finally decide to hire a nanny to care for their son Joe, but are troubled when they meet the potential candidates. Morris (Scott Grimes) and Sam (Linda Cardellini) try to treat a belligerent patient that comes in with seemingly simple flu. However, when they discover that his condition is much more complicated, the patient refuses treatment. During a trip to the park with Joe, Abby inadvertently meets Curtis Ames (guest star Forest Whitaker, "The Last King of Scotland"). Meanwhile, Gates (John Stamos) and Neela (Parminder Nagra) argue with each other at a hospital board meeting. Laura Innes, Mekhi Phifer and Shane West also star.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10

1 VS 100 (8-9 p.m.)
"Episode #5"

CONTESTANTS BATTLE WITS WITH BEAUTY QUEENS AND TREKKIES -- Popular comedian Bob Saget ("Full House," "America's Funniest Home Videos") hosts the international hit game show where one contestant faces "the mob" of 100 others in an attempt to win up to $1 million in a tense battle of brains and guts. Monique Soltani of Hollywood, California returns to try and finish off the mob and Jonathan Kehoe of Cherry Hill, New Jersey tries his luck to outsmart the mob, which includes beauty queens, sanitation workers and Trekkies. Viewers at home can also watch and play "You vs. 100" for a chance to win $10,000.

LAS VEGAS (9-10 p.m.)
"The Story of Owe"

TOUGH GUYS: ADAM CAROLLA, DAVID BURKE AND JAMES RUSSO GUEST-STAR -- Sam (Vanessa Marcil) returns to Las Vegas and finds herself in financial trouble after three of her recent clients stiffed the Montecito, so she hires shady Warren Pemberton (guest star James Russo, "Donnie Brasco") to try to get the money back. Elsewhere, Ed (James Caan) runs into the wife of a high-roller (guest star David Burke, "Brothers & Sisters") who thinks of her husband as weak, so Ed, Mike (James Lesure) and Danny (Josh Duhamel,) devise a solution to show her husband how be tough. Meanwhile, a new Mary (Nikki Cox) emerges from the fallout of Danny and Delinda's (Molly Sims) relationship when she decides to conquer her biggest fear with the help of Adam Carolla ("The Man Show").

LAW & ORDER (10-11 p.m.)
"Release"

WEALTHY PARTY BOY FOUND DEAD EXPOSES CORRUPT VIDEO BUSINESS -- Chris Drake (guest star Tim Peper) escorts two drunken women onto a party bus to film a scene for his movie company Babes Being Bad, and finds his friend Bryce Moore (guest star Daniel Cameron-Talbott) dead, making Chris an instant suspect. Using video as his alibi, Detectives Ed Green (Jesse L. Martin) and Nina Cassady (Milena Govich) track down the suspect, Nicole Flynn (guest star Kim Shaw), and she admits to being on the bus questioning Chris about video footage he recorded of her while on spring break. Yet, as A.D.A.s Jack McCoy (Sam Waterston) and Connie Rubirosa (Alana De La Garza) dig deeper, more is exposed of Babes Being Bad as well as Nicole's story, leading to an unlikely conviction for the murder. S. Epatha Merkerson and Fred Dalton Thompson also star.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12

FOOTBALL NIGHT IN AMERICA (7-8:15 p.m. ET)

"Football Night in America" is a complete recap of the top stories in the NFL, complete with highlights, analysis and reports from around the league. Bob Costas, the most honored studio host of all time with 19 Emmy Awards, hosts "Football Night in America," alongside co-host Cris Collinsworth, the most honored studio analyst in history with six Emmy Awards; and analysts Sterling Sharpe, a five-time Pro Bowler and Jerome Bettis, one of the most popular players in recent NFL history.

NBC SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL (8:15-11:30 p.m.)
"Chicago Bears vs. New York Giants"

The NFL provides NBC flexible scheduling over seven of the final eight weeks of the season for "NBC Sunday Night Football," beginning tonight with the undefeated Chicago Bears at the NFC East-leading New York Giants. Flexible scheduling, offered for the first time by the NFL, ensures marquee matchups when many teams' playoff chances are at stake.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13

DEAL OR NO DEAL (8-9 p.m.)
"Episode #222"

NEW YORK'S FINEST TRIES HIS LUCK TO BECOME A MILLIONAIRE -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck to become a millionaire. Tonight, Chariton, Iowa grandmother Myra Laing returns to finish her game and New York City policeman Peter Shine of Piermont, New York is offered a mystery case from the Banker as he tries for the $1 million top prize. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play at Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $10,000.

HEROES -- (9-10 p.m.)
"Seven Minutes to Midnight"

FORCES GATHER TO THREATEN VARIOUS 'HEROES' -- Back in India to mourn the passing of his father, Suresh (Sendhil Ramamurthy) encounters mysterious dreams of the past that force him to question what path to take next. Continuing their journey to New York, Hiro (Masi Oka) and Ando (guest star James Kyson Lee) stop at a diner and meet someone interesting. In crisis, Niki (Ali Larter) comes to a personal understanding. Determined to see one of Isaac's (Santiago Cabrera) paintings that Simone (Tawny Cypress) recently sold, Peter (Milo Ventimiglia) asks Nathan (Adrian Pasdar) for help in finding a key to the future. Intent on getting back to her normal life, Claire (Hayden Panettiere) focuses on homecoming preparations, unaware of what's to come. Meanwhile, H.R.G. (Jack Coleman) and a surprising associate focus their attentions on another "hero." Noah Gray-Cabey, Greg Grunberg and Leonard Roberts also star. Nora Zehetner ("Everwood"), Clea Duvall ("Carnivale"), Sakina Jaffery ("Third Watch"), Shishir Kurup ("Surface"), Lisa Lackey ("NYPD Blue"), and Jayma Mays ("Entourage") guest star.

STUDIO 60 ON THE SUNSET STRIP -- (10-11 p.m.)
"Nevada Day, Part II"

CAN NETWORK EXEC GET TOM OUT OF JAIL IN TIME FOR SHOW? JOHN GOODMAN GUEST-STARS IN CONCLUSION OF TWO-PARTER -- Jack (Steven Weber) has to get Tom (Nathan Corddry) out of a small town jail to make it back for his show that night as tension heats up between Matt (Matthew Perry) and Harriet (Sarah Paulson). John Goodman guest-stars in the conclusion of a two-parter. Amanda Peet, Bradley Whitford, D.L. Hughley and Timothy Busfield also star.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS -- (8-9 p.m.)
"Homecoming"

'ONE TEAM, ONE HEART' -- It's homecoming in Dillon, Texas, as alumni reunite, and the team prepares for the undefeated Laribee Lions. Tyra Collette (Adrianne Palicki) and Billy Riggins (Derek Phillips) mix it up as they plan the after-game party to end all parties. On the field, Brian "Smash" Williams (Gaius Charles) feels the pressure when he gets his one chance to impress a college recruiter. Tim Riggins (Taylor Kitsch), feeling sorry for his own life, quits drinking and focuses everything on the game. Elsewhere, the 2000 state champ quarterback, Lucas Mize (guest star Chad Brannon) returns to town a hero, but hides the true secrets about his life. Meanwhile at rehab, Jason Street's (Scott Porter) suspicions about Lyla (Minka Kelly) and Tim grow, and he is touched by the chance to go to the homecoming game. Kyle Chandler, Aimee Teegarden, Connie Britton, Jesse Plemons and Zach Gilford also star.

LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT -- (9-10 p.m.)
"Blasters"

FORMER CHILD STAR TURNED VAGABOND WITH SERIOUS MOB CONNECTIONS FOUND MURDERED -- When the body of a former child star is found beaten and murdered, Detectives Logan (Chris Noth) and Wheeler (Julianne Nicholson) discover the victim had a history of drug abuse. When Logan and Wheeler investigate further, they uncover ties to an Albanian mob, a DVD counterfeiting operation and another former child star. Eric Bogosian also stars.

LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT -- (10-11p.m.)
"Underbelly"

THREE TEEN MURDERS LEAD DETECTIVES TO UNDERAGE PROSTITUTION RING -- Three teenaged homicide victims with matching tattoos lead Detectives Stabler (Chris Meloni) and Beck (guest star Connie Nielsen) to an underage prostitution ring. With the victims' pimp, Victor Dodine (guest star Michael Kenneth Williams), as the prime suspect, detectives must rely on one of his young girls Belinda "Passion" Holt (guest star Charlie Ray), to testify against him. Also, Benson's jealousy flares when she quietly returns to the squad room and witnesses an intimate moment between Stabler and Beck. Mariska Hargitay, Dann Florek, Richard Belzer, Diane Neal, B.D. Wong, and Tamara Tunie also star.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15

BIGGEST LOSER (8-9 p.m.)
"Episode #309 - Individuals"

EVERY MAN FOR HIMSELF? -- Host Caroline Rhea reveals to the players that the rest of the game will be played as individuals. The contestants are surprised when they find out they are getting a makeover and fashion photo shoot to go along with their newly thin bodies. During the challenge, one player faces her greatest fear while riding a stationary bike 30 feet in the air.

MEDIUM (9-11 p.m.)
"Four Dreams, Parts I & II"

PATRICIA ARQUETTE'S REAL-LIFE HUSBAND THOMAS JANE GUEST-STARS IN TWO-HOUR PREMIERE AS 'MEDIUM' RETURNS - Hit drama "Medium" returns in this two-hour event as the ghost of Clay Bicks (Thomas Jane), who is an old flame of Allison's (Emmy-winner Patricia Arquette), suddenly shows up at her door. When Clay decides he wants to stick around the Dubois household, it doesn't sit well with Joe (Jake Weber). Meanwhile, Allison discovers that she and Bridget (Maria Lark) are both having a very similar odd series of dreams, with the primary difference being that Bridget's dreams keep coming to her in the form of cartoons. When Bridget's dreams become dark and ugly, Allison begins to realize the connection to a case she is working on. Also starring Miguel Sandoval, Sofia Vassilieva, David Cubitt, and Miranda Carabello.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16

MY NAME IS EARL (8-8:40 p.m.)
"Robbed a Stoner Blind"

DR. GREENTHUMB; CHRISTIAN SLATER GUEST-STARS IN SUPER-SIZED EPISODE -- In the midst of a heat wave, Earl (Jason Lee) remembers number 26 on his list -- "Robbed a Stoner Blind." In his attempt to cross it off his list, Earl and Randy (Ethan Suplee) find Woody (guest star Christian Slater, "Bobby"), the stoner they robbed, living an eco-friendly life in a commune. The only way Woody will let Earl cross him off his list is if Earl and Randy live an environmentally conscious life in the commune with him for a week. As Earl's newfound insight on the environment becomes more extreme, his new mission is to save the world from global warming. In the episode, viewers will see at some point all the Earl characters in Stop Motion Animation. Jaime Pressly and Eddie Steeples also star.

THE OFFICE -- (8:40-9:20 p.m.)
"The Merger"

MERGER COMES TOGETHER IN SUPER-SIZED EPISODE -- The Scranton branch and the Stamford branch of Dunder-Mifflin are merged, bringing old friends Jim and Pam back together after months apart. Meanwhile, Michael, Dwight and the other employees deal with the changes. Steve Carell, Rainn Wilson, Jenna Fischer, John Krasinski, B.J. Novak, Melora Hardin, Leslie David Baker, Brian Baumgartner, Kate Flannery, Angela Kinsey, Phyllis Smith, Paul Lieberstein and Mindy Kaling also star. Ed Helms ("The Daily Show"), Rashida Jones ("Wanted"), Ursula Burton ("The West Wing"), Mike Bruner ("C.S.I") and Wayne Wilderson ("The Class") guest-star.

30 ROCK -- (9:20-10 p.m.)
"The 'C' Word"

LIZ WORKS OVERTIME TO PROVE TO HER WRITERS THAT SHE'S A GOOD BOSS IN A SUPER-SIZED '30 ROCK' -- After being a bit harsh on Lutz (John Lutz) in the writers' room, Liz (Tina Fey) overhears him criticizing her iron-fisted management. Realizing she has to be more lenient with her staff, Liz adopts a more lax leadership style. Meanwhile, Jack (Alec Baldwin) takes Tracy (Tracy Morgan) along to an exclusive GE charity golf event, but Jack's hope of using Tracy to get closer to the GE CEO, Don Geiss (special guest star Rip Torn, "The Larry Sanders Show") may backfire when Tracy acts a little too much like his uncensored self among the corporate bigwigs. Scott Adsit, Jack McBrayer, Judah Friedlander, Keith Powell and Rachel Dratch also star.

ER -- (10-11 p.m.)
"Reason to Believe"

A MYSTERIOUS ILLNESS LEAVES LITTLE HOPE -- Abby (Maura Tierney) and Kovac (Goran Visnjic) argue about a diagnosis when a woman comes into the E.R. with signs of spousal abuse. When a group of confused homeless kids are admitted, Gates (John Stamos), Abby and Neela (Parminder Nagra) must quickly determine one child's ailment before it is too late. Meanwhile, Weaver (Laura Innes) is unexpectedly called to action while doing a news report at a school. Mehki Phifer, Linda Cardellini and Scott Grimes also star.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17

DEAL OR NO DEAL (8-9 p.m.)
"Episode #232"

TWICE THE MONEY AS SISTERS TRY THEIR LUCK AT A $2 MILLION TOP PRIZE -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck to become a millionaire. Tonight, two sisters, Casey Penston of Panama City Beach, Florida and Courtney Rudy of West Point, Tennessee, will take on the Banker as the amounts double up to a $2 million top prize. In addition, lime-green fan Zanny Henseler of Lebanon, Illinois, will be seeing green as she plays for the top prize of $1 million in a high-energy match of nerves, instincts and raw intuition. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play at Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $10,000.

LAS VEGAS (9-10 p.m.)
"History of Violins"

HIGHWAY ROBBERY-'CROSSING JORDAN'S' JILL HENNESSY AND JERRY O'CONNELL PLUS NFL HALL OF FAMER LAWRENCE TAYLOR GUEST-STAR -- Vegas heats up as Boston Medical Examiner Jordan Cavanaugh (Jill Hennessey, "NBC's "Crossing Jordan") and police officer Woody Holt (Jerry O'Connell, "Crossing Jordan) come to the Montecito hot on the trail of a murder and a missing rare violin. Meanwhile, the Montecito is dealing with its own missing items after someone robbed the casino's safe deposit vault containing a priceless item - former New York Giant Lawrence Taylor's favorite Super Bowl championship ring. Amidst the chaos Danny (Josh Duhamel) and Delinda (Molly Sims) try to figure out the best way to tell Ed (James Caan) that they are moving in together. James Lesure, Vanessa Marcil and Nikki Cox also star.

LAW & ORDER (10-11 p.m.)
"Deadlock"

CONVICTED KILLER ESCAPES TO MURDER AGAIN, RAISING QUESTIONS OVER NEED FOR CAPITAL PUNISHMENT -- When convicted mass murderer Leon Vorgitch (guest star Craig Walker) kills two prison guards and escapes from prison, Detectives Ed Green (Jesse L. Martin) and Nina Cassady (Milena Govich) rush to apprehend him but not before he ruthlessly murders two more innocent people. With Vorgitch already serving seven life sentences, District Attorney Arthur Branch (Fred Dalton Thompson) urges A.D.A.s Jack McCoy (Sam Waterston) and Connie Rubirosa (Alana De La Garza) to expedite the process and push for a guilty plea -- but Vorgitch doesn't bite, as an extended trial only means a delay in his transfer to a maximum security prison -- and more time for him to escape. McCoy is then left with little option but to ask the judge to bypass the law and authorize a death penalty case. S. Epatha Merkerson also stars.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19

FOOTBALL NIGHT IN AMERICA (7-8:15 p.m. ET)

"Football Night in America" is a complete recap of the top stories in the NFL, complete with highlights, analysis and reports from around the league. Bob Costas, the most honored studio host of all time with 19 Emmy Awards, hosts "Football Night in America," alongside co-host Cris Collinsworth, the most honored studio analyst in history with six Emmy Awards; and analysts Sterling Sharpe, a five-time Pro Bowler and Jerome Bettis, one of the most popular players in recent NFL history.

NBC SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL (8:15- 11:30 p.m.)
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING: TEAMS TBA

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20

DEAL OR NO DEAL (8-9 p.m.)
"Episode #224"

'ACCESS HOLLYWOOD' MODEL CONTEST WINNER JOINS 'DEAL OR NO DEAL' AS NEW JERSEY MAN TRIES HIS LUCK AT BECOMING A MILLIONAIRE -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck to become a millionaire. Tonight, Zanny Henseler of Lebanon, Illinois returns to complete her game and gets a special surprise as the entire set is turned lime green - Zanny's favorite color. Also, "Access Hollywood" model contest winner Erin Ashley joins the 26 ladies and Joe Kaiser of Barrington, New Jersey, plays for the top prize of $1 million in a high-energy match of nerves, instincts and raw intuition. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play at Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $10,000.

HEROES -- (9-10 p.m.)
"Homecoming"

WILL THEY SAVE THE CHEERLEADER AND SAVE THE WORLD? THE 'HEROES' EXPERIENCE DANGEROUS AND DEFINING MOMENTS IN THEIR LIVES -- As H.R.G. (Jack Coleman) tries to protect his daughter by any means, Claire's (Hayden Panettiere) high school homecoming turns into a frightening night. Meanwhile, Nathan (Adrian Pasdar) and Simone (Tawny Cypress) work together to find Isaac's (Santiago Cabrera) painting for Peter (Milo Ventimiglia) -- but this key to the future could lead to tragedy. Elsewhere, Hiro (Masi Oka) travels back in time to right an upsetting wrong and as Niki (Ali Larter) puts a goal in sight, Micah (Noah Gray-Cabey) spends time with his dad (Leonard Roberts). Still experiencing strange dreams while in India, Suresh (Sendhil Ramamurthy) learns of a boy that might pull him back into his father's research. Greg Grunberg also stars. Nora Zehetner ("Everwood"), Sakina Jaffery ("Third Watch") and Jayma Mays ("Entourage") guest-star.

STUDIO 60 ON THE SUNSET STRIP -- (10-11 p.m.)
"The Option Period"

WILL SECRET TALENT DEFECTIONS DOOM 'STUDIO 60'? -- After the show comes down, Matt (Matthew Perry) discovers that Ricky and Ron (Evan Handler and Carlos Jacott) are planning to leave -- and take the writing staff with them. Harriet (Sarah Paulson) contemplates doing a lingerie photo spread in a magazine and Jordan (Amanda Peet) and Danny (Bradley Whitford) wrestle with budget cuts. Steven Weber, D.L. Hughley, Nathan Corddry and Timothy Busfield also star.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 21

NBC SPECIALS -- (8-9 p.m.)
"Target Presents Tony Bennett: An American Classic"

ICONIC ENTERTAINER TONY BENNETT SALUTED IN MUSICAL EXTRAVAGANZA CELEBRATING HIS 80TH BIRTHDAY -- From Academy Award winner Rob Marshall ("Chicago") and his Oscar-winning production team comes an exclusive, one-hour music special --"Target Presents Tony Bennett: An American Classic." NBC salutes the legendary entertainer's 80th birthday with an exciting television event that includes spectacular dance numbers and duets with the hottest artists in music. Bennett performs songs from his new album "Tony Bennett: Duets: An American Classic" with Barbra Streisand, Christina Aguilera, Elton John, John Legend, Stevie Wonder, Diana Krall, Michael Bubl and k.d. lang. Movie stars John Travolta, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Robert DeNiro, Bruce Willis and Billy Crystal also narrate and introduce performances with memorable milestones from Bennett's life. Viewers will be taken on a musical journey through time.

LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT -- (9-10 p.m.)
"The War At Home"

THANKSGIVING CUT SHORT FOR MAJOR CASE SQUAD WHEN DEPUTY COMMISSIONER'S DAUGHTER GOES MISSING; FRAN DRESCHER GUEST-STARS -- Detectives Goren (Vincent D'Onofrio) and Eames (Kathryn Erbe) are called in from holiday time with their families to help Commissioner Leland Dockerty (guest star Michael Biehn, "Aliens") and his wife, Elaine (guest star Fran Drescher, "The Nanny") find their daughter, a female soldier, who goes missing while home on leave. Goren struggles to remain professional and attentive to the case while his ailing mother (Oscar-winning guest star Rita Moreno, "West Side Story") takes a turn for the worse. Eric Bogosian also stars.

LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT -- (10-11p.m.)
"Cage"

CAR ACCIDENT INVOLVING FOSTER CHILDREN LEADS TO PROBE OF CONTROVERSIAL 'RE-BIRTHING' THERAPY -- Detectives Stabler (Chris Meloni) and Beck guest star Connie Nielsen) investigate a car accident involving two foster children. The accident leads the detectives to the foster parents and some questionable medical practices involving a controversial "re-birthing" therapy. As the detectives dig deeper into the case, they discover other gruesome secrets involving the children, which lead Beck to make some surprising choices about her life -- and a profound decision about her career. Mariska Hargitay, Ice-T, Dann Florek, Richard Belzer, Diane Neal, B.D. Wong, and Tamara Tunie also star.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 22

NBC SPECIALS -- (8-10 p.m.)
"Madonna - The Confessions Tour - Live from London"

MADONNA: THE CONFESSIONS TOUR -- LIVE FROM LONDON -- A two-hour concert special marks the first-ever broadcast network performance by the international pop superstar Madonna. The special was filmed this past summer at Wembley Stadium in London during Madonna's worldwide sold-out 25-city "Confessions Tour." The concert special will feature songs from the artist's recent multi-platinum Warner Bros. Records release "Confessions on a Dance Floor," which debuted at number one in 29 countries and has sold over eight million copies around the globe. The broadcast will also include some of Madonna's greatest hits from her legendary career. The special is produced by Blackdog Films. Madonna, Angela Becker and Guy Oseary, are executive producers; Jonas Auckerlund directs and Sara Martin produces.

MEDIUM (10-11 p.m.)
TBA

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23

MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE (9 a.m. - 12 noon -- all time zones)

MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE CELEBRATES ITS 80TH ANNIVERSARY ON NBC -- America's favorite Thanksgiving Day parade features all the spectacular pageantry, fun and surprises that have made this annual New York City extravaganza a perennial favorite. Heralding the start of the Christmas season, this beloved holiday parade features colorful grand floats, lively marching bands, amazing character balloons and special performances by some of today's hottest stars and Broadway performers -- plus an appearance by Santa Claus. Brad Lachman is the executive producer of this live (in some time zones), three-hour special from NBC Entertainment.

NBC SPECIALS (12 noon-2 p.m.-- all time zones) "The National Dog Show Presented by Purina"

CELEBRATE THE BEST IN SHOW WITH 'THE NATIONAL DOG SHOW PRESENTED BY PURINA' -- John O'Hurley returns as host of "The National Dog Show Presented By Purina," a purebred canine competition that is part of the Kennel Club of Philadelphia's annual dog show. The show -- one of the oldest and most prestigious sporting events in North America -- is one of only six remaining "benched" dog shows where the public can interact with the show dogs. With expert commentary from David Frei, the dean of dog show commentators, the show is expected to feature more than 2,000 of the nation's leading canines in a wide array of more than 150 breeds and varieties, all vying for "Best in Show" honors.

DEAL OR NO DEAL (8-10 p.m.)
"Thanksgiving Night Episode"

THANKS FOR THE TWO-HOUR DEAL -- OR NO DEAL? SPECIAL TWO-HOUR THANKSGIVING EXTRAVAGANZA; VIEWERS AT HOME HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN $100,000 -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck to become a millionaire. Celebrate Thanksgiving with a special two-hour episode, complete with turkeys and models bearing pumpkin pies. Tonight, Joe Kaiser of Barrington, New Jersey receives a special message from the NBC Sports team of Bob Costas, Jerome Bettis, Cris Collinsworth and Sterling Sharpe when he returns to finish his game. Also, Becky Spears of Ridgeway, South Carolina and Terra Walker of Orlando, Florida play for the top prize of $1 million in a high-energy match of nerves, instincts and raw intuition. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play at Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $100,000.

ER -- (10-11 p.m.)
"Scoop and Run"

A HEROIC HOLIDAY -- It's Thanksgiving in the emergency room but all is far from quiet as Abby (Maura Tierney) is forced to respond to a bus crash accident on the side of a ravine. Neela (Parminder Nagra) accepts Gates' (John Stamos) invitation to go over to his house after work -- but they are quickly interrupted by an unwelcome guest. Meanwhile, Pratt (Mekhi Phifer) decides to discuss his brother with Dr. Weaver (Laura Innes). Goran Visnjic, Linda Cardellini and Shane West also star.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24

NBC MOVIE OF THE WEEK (8-11 p.m.)
"The Family Man"

OSCAR WINNER NICOLAS CAGE STARS -- Academy Award winner Nicolas Cage ("Leaving Las Vegas") stars as Jack Campbell, a career-driven workaholic with a seemingly perfect life - until a chance meeting with a would-be robber (Don Cheadle, "Ocean's 11") on Christmas Eve changes his life. Waking up Christmas morning in a New Jersey suburb, Jack's suddenly is living a different life, where he's married to his college sweetheart (Ta Leoni, "Hollywood Ending") and is the father of two children. At first he is aghast, but Jack soon warms to his new life even though he knows that it cannot last.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26

FOOTBALL NIGHT IN AMERICA (7-8:15 p.m. ET)

"Football Night in America" is a complete recap of the top stories in the NFL, complete with highlights, analysis and reports from around the league. Bob Costas, the most honored studio host of all time with 19 Emmy Awards, hosts "Football Night in America," alongside co-host Cris Collinsworth, the most honored studio analyst in history with six Emmy Awards; and analysts Sterling Sharpe, a five-time Pro Bowler and Jerome Bettis, one of the most popular players in recent NFL history.

NBC SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL (8:15-11:30 p.m.)
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING: TEAMS TBA

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27

DEAL OR NO DEAL (8-9 p.m.)
"Episode #233"

FUN-LOVING ARKANSAS ENTREPRENEUR TRIES HIS LUCK AT BECOMING A MILLIONAIRE -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck to become a millionaire. Tonight, be prepared to rally with the models behind entrepreneur Brooks Leach of Mt. Vernon, Arkansas, as he plays for the top prize of $1 million in a high-energy match of nerves, instincts and raw intuition. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play at Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $10,000.

HEROES -- (9-10 p.m.)
"Six Months Ago"

THE CLOCK TURNS BACK SIX MONTHS AS "HEROES'" SECRETS ARE REVEALED -- As the clock turns back six months for all of the "Heroes," Mohinder's father Chandra Suresh (guest star Erick Avari) arrives in New York to begin his quest to find individuals with extraordinary abilities, and meets someone all to eager to be special. Peter (Milo Ventimiglia) celebrates his graduation from nursing school, and learns that Nathan (Adrian Pasdar) plans to prosecute a case that could mean trouble for the entire Petrelli family. A surprise visit from her father brings out the worst in Niki (Ali Larter). Hiro (Masi Oka) attempts to be a hero and change the future for someone important. Claire (Hayden Panettiere) joins the cheerleading squad and makes a curious discovery. H.R.G. (guest star Jack Coleman) and the Haitian meet someone special. Noah Gray-Cabey, Tawny Cypress, Greg Grunberg and Leonard Roberts also star. Rena Sofer and Nora Zehetner guest star.

STUDIO 60 ON THE SUNSET STRIP -- (10-11 p.m.)
"B-12"

A BUN IN THE OVEN -- The cast has to get through the show despite being ravaged by a virus -- and Matt (Matthew Perry) has to get through the week with a new and much smaller writing staff. Jordan (Amanda Peet) tells Danny (Bradley Whitford) that she's pregnant. Steven Weber, D.L. Hughley, Sarah Paulson, Nathan Corddry and Timothy Busfield also star.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS -- (8-9 p.m.)
"Crossing the Line"

FACE ME LIKE A MAN -- While Tim Riggins (Taylor Kitsch) and the team celebrate their victory, a frustrated Brian "Smash" Williams (Gaius Charles) takes drastic measures to improve his performance on the field. Coach Taylor's (Kyle Chandler) daughter Julie (Aimee Teegarden) considers going on a date with rookie quarterback Matt Saracen (Zach Gilford), while Saracen trains "Smash" at his new job at the Alamo Freeze. After dinner with Taylor and his wife Tami (Connie Britton), Riggins and his brother clash in a heated fight. Riggins and Lyla (Minka Kelly) watch from the stands as Jason (Scott Porter) takes part in his first quadriplegic rugby game -- one that will end with a vicious confrontation between him, the woman he loves, and his best friend in the world. Adrianne Palicki also stars.

LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT -- (9-10 p.m.)
"Weeping Willow"

VIOLENT CYBER-KIDNAPPING HAS DETECTIVES QUESTIONING HOAX OR HIGH-TECH CRIME -- After popular video blogger Willow and her boyfriend Holden are seen kidnapped live on-line by two violent assailants, Detectives Logan (Chris Noth) and Wheeler (Julianne Nicholson) are assigned to the high-profile case. With the help of a tech wizard, the detectives question whether the kidnapping is staged or real. When a follow-up video blog shows Willow pleading to viewers to download videos -- which will raise the ransom money -- Wheeler takes a trip into cyberspace to face off with the kidnappers. Michelle Trachtenberg ("Buffy, the Vampire Slayer" guest-stars). Eric Bogosian also stars.

LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT -- (10- 11 p.m.)
"Choreographed"

BOB SAGET, CATHERINE BELL, CHRIS SARANDON AND BERNADETTE PETERS GUEST-STAR IN A CASE OF MURDER AND INFIDELITY -- A woman, is found dead in Central Park, and when medical examiner Warner (Tamara Tunie) can find no apparent reason for her death, Detective Stabler (Chris Meloni) begins the investigation by talking to the victim's husband, Wesley (guest star Chris Sarandon), who owns a dance troupe, as his friends Glenn (Bob Saget, NBC's "1 Vs. 100") and Naomi Cheales (guest star Catherine Bell, "JAG") pay a condolence visit. Stabler's investigation unravels a case of drugs, infidelity and an elaborate plot that impacts everyone involved in the troupe. Attorney Stella Danquiss (Tony-winning guest star Bernadette Peters, "Annie"), who defends Glenn. In this star-studded episode, Stabler also discovers Detective Benson (Mariska Hargitay) is back in town, so he pays her a visit. Ice-T, Richard Belzer, Dann Florek, Diane Neal and B.D. Wong, also star.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29

NBC SPECIALS (8-9 p.m.)
"Christmas in Rockefeller Center"

NBC CONTINUES HOLIDAY TRADITION WITH LIVE NATIONAL TELECAST OF CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER -- NBC lights up the night with an incredible array of musical performances and the lighting of the world's most famous Christmas tree during the ninth annual "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" telecast. Hosted by Al Roker and Ann Curry ("Today"), the 74th tree-lighting extravaganza will feature Christina Aguilera, Enya, Taylor Hicks, John Legend, Martina McBride, Sarah McLachlan, and Lionel Richie performing current hits and holiday favorites from Rockefeller Center in New York City. Broadcast again in high definition, the special will include the artists' powerful performances from beautifully decorated stages located beneath the iconic statue of Prometheus and in front of the majestic tree. "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" is produced by NBC Universal Television Studio; Bob Holmes is the executive producer.

THE BIGGEST LOSER -- (9-10 p.m.)
"Episode #310 - All About the Holidays"

THE BIGGEST LOSER HOLIDAY -- Kim teaches the contestants how to cook Thanksgiving dinner "Biggest Loser" style without sacrificing flavor. At the challenge, the players run around the Santa Anita Park (California) racetrack while wearing their original weight when they arrived at the ranch. The player who crosses the finish line first wins a visit with a family member. Caroline Rhea ("Sabrina, the Teenage Witch) hosts the series.

MEDIUM (10-11 p.m.)
TBA

NBC also Looks good for November as well

NBC needs to leave DOND on Thursdays!!!!!!

Soared from a 7.0 at 9pm to an 8.7(!) at 9:30pm last night. 30 Rock and Scrubs won't do anywhere close to that.

Is Friday Night Lights airing on Tuesday? From what I've seen, an election update is supposed to air for 2 minutes, and then it will start at 8:02, but when you expand the schedule on the front page of NBC's website, you see an NBC News Special at 8, Law and Order: Criminal Intent at 9, and Local News Opportunity at 10(which most of the hour is an election special). Now there's also a 2-minute update scheduled at 9, so why is FNL not listed at 8 but CI is at 9? :confused: :crazy:

http://www.nbc.com/

But this shows it airing: http://www.nbc.com/Schedule/schedule_day-20061107.shtml

It doesn't make much sense to me(to have 2 hours of election coverage when ABC and CBS have 1), but FNL doesn't get that great of ratings, so I guess it's possible.

The Election Update will air froim 7:00 pm until 7:02 pm Central Time then Friday Night Light from 7:02 pn until 8:00 pm Central Time

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/content_display/television/news/e3i1sTuLQzlbxJkA0ywbczO8w%3D%3D

Time up for NBC's 'Years'

By Nellie Andreeva

Nov 6, 2006

NBC's low-rated new comedy "Twenty Good Years" is moving off the schedule earlier than previously planned.

Originally, NBC was to keep its 8-9 p.m. Wednesday comedy block of "30 Rock" and "Twenty Good Years" intact through next week. Now the network will air an extended two-hour edition of "The Biggest Loser" from 8-10 p.m. on Nov. 8.

The news comes on the heels of the lowest-ever ratings for both comedies this week, with a 1.8 rating/5 share among adults 18-49 for "30 Rock" and a 1.5/4 for "Years."

"30 Rock" is slated to move to Thursday beginning Nov. 16.

:barf:

BILLY BUSH ('ACCESS HOLLYWOOD') NAMED HOST OF NBC'S UPCOMING TALENT COMPETITION SERIES 'GREASE: YOU'RE THE ONE THAT I WANT' PREMIERING SUNDAY, JANUARY 7

Bush To Be Joined by U.K. TV Personality/Theatre Star Denise Van Outen, Who Will Serve as Co-host

BURBANK - November 6, 2006 -- Billy Bush ("Access Hollywood") has signed on to host NBC's upcoming talent competition series "Grease: You're the One That I Want," which will premiere Sunday, January 7. Bush will be joined by co-host United Kingdom TV personality and theatre star, Denise Van Outen, as the series searches for the next Sandy and Danny to headline the new Broadway production of the hit musical "Grease." The announcement was made today by Craig Plestis, Senior Vice President, Alternative Programming, Development and Specials, NBC Entertainment.

"Billy is the perfect host for 'Grease'," said Plestis. "He is one of the most experienced and talented live TV hosts around today and will have great chemistry with Denise, who brings a wealth of theater knowledge to the show."

Bush is co-anchor of "Access Hollywood," the daily entertainment newsmagazine currently in its 11th season. He joined the program as East Coast Correspondent in December 2001, and was promoted to co-anchor in June 2004. In addition to his on-air duties at "Access Hollywood," Bush covered the red carpet for the Oscars, Golden Globes, Emmys and Grammys, and hosted ABC's live pre-show for the 2004, 2005 and 2006 Academy Awards.

British TV host and West End actress Van Outen played Roxie Hart in the hit musical "Chicago" on the West End in London selling out all performances of her incredible 20-week run. She reprised the role on Broadway where again she was a sell-out. In 2003, Denise continued her winning streak on the London stage and starred in a revival of Andrew Lloyd-Webber's "Tell Me On a Sunday," which was re-written especially for her. The show was hugely successful running for nearly a year before going on a 10-month tour around the U.K. in 2004. Denise got her big break as a TV host in 1997 when she joined the U.K.'s hit morning show "The Big Breakfast." More recently, Denise has resumed her TV career, securing a lead role in the ITV drama "Where The Heart Is" and co-hosting the hit morning show "This Morning" in 2005.

NBC will search for the next Sandy and Danny in "Grease: You're the One That I Want," a new talent competition series from BBC Worldwide Productions scheduled to debut early next year where America will ultimately get to choose the two leads for a new Broadway production of "Grease." The new production of "Grease" will open on Broadway in June 2007 and will be directed and choreographed by two-time Tony Award-winner Kathleen Marshall ("The Pajama Game"), who will also be a judge on the TV series along with Jim Jacobs, the co-creator of "Grease" and renowned theatre producer David Ian. Paul Nicholas and David Ian Associates, Nederlander Presentations and Phoenix Productions will produce the musical.

The final stop on the show's casting search will take place on Friday, November 10 in Los Angeles at Venice High School ("Rydell High"). For more information on casting, visit NBC.com for details.

"Grease: You're the One That I Want" is produced by BBC Worldwide Productions. Al Edgington ("Last Comic Standing," "The Amazing Race"), Lou Stroller ("Tomb Raider," "The Rock," "Scarface") and Paul Telegdy, Senior Vice President, Programming and Production, BBC Worldwide, are the executive producers.

I am sorry to see Twenty Good Year Leaving The Schedule.

Ausiello:

In other (and much more exciting) back-nine news, I have it on good authority that NBC is thisclose to giving our beloved Friday Night Lights a full-season pickup. [The crowd roars]

Also, about Studio 60.

Despite shaky ratings and some increasingly harsh critical comments, NBC announced last night that it would order additional episodes of the new drama “Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip.”

The show has been one of the most talked-about new series of the fall season because it was the first new drama from Aaron Sorkin since he created the award-winning “West Wing.”

“Studio 60” began the season with strong ratings, but by the second week it began dropping. In the last few weeks, Hollywood has been filled with rumors that NBC was about to cancel the show.

But yesterday Kevin Reilly, the president of NBC Entertainment, concluded negotiations with Warner Brothers, which produces the show, and with Mr. Sorkin for nine more episodes, which will take the series to the end of the current season.

“I’ve spoken with Aaron and I’m very happy with his plans for the rest of the season,” Mr. Reilly said.

“Studio 60” is a backstage drama about a fictional sketch-comedy television show. Some critics have questioned whether a series can be sustained on that premise. Meanwhile, some NBC executives have said that they believe critics are hoping that the show and Mr. Sorkin will fail.

Mr. Reilly said, “Now we can just get going on with the rest of the season without all the heat and scrutiny.” Mr. Reilly defended the ratings for the show, saying that they had stabilized after falling for several weeks. “Studio 60” started out with more than 13 million viewers and had about 7.7 million viewers for its most recent episode.

“I have seen the word ‘hit’ being attached to shows with lower ratings than that,” Mr. Reilly said.

But he did not commit to keeping “Studio 60” in the 10 p.m. Monday time period it has occupied since the beginning of the season. That spot is coveted because it follows NBC’s newest hit, “Heroes.”

Mr. Reilly said that he would announce a new NBC schedule next week and that “Studio 60” would “not necessarily stay on Monday.”

Edit: Appears to be a fake schedule

NBC looks like they are going to have a great schedule in Januraruy of 2007

NBC looks like they are going to have a great schedule in Januraruy of 2007

Monday looks really good... The Black Donnellys will do much better than Studio 60 and will defintely beat What About Brian. Only wildcard is Heroes vs. 24. They both go after the same audience, should be interesting.

Tuesday: Crossing Jordan will improve on FNL and be more compatitable with Law and Order: CI(which has been struggling badly).

Wednesday: Deal or No Deal at 8 is a GREAT move... this will be an easy 1st place and a powerhouse. Wave goodbye to the Shat-tastic Show Me the Money. However, Raines will die against Idol/Lost(when it returns) and Criminal Minds. I do think it will help Medium though which will defintely beat The Nine.

Thursday-Meh. The comedies will do worse than DOND, but at least it's stable.

Friday-No changes, same as now, strong 2nd.

Sunday-Ouch. I did actually predict elsewhere this schedule, but it's pretty bad. Friday Night Lights and Studio 60 won't do much better than now, and Grease looks horrific(come back The Apprentice!), look for NBC to be in 4th.

Overall, some good changes, a few bad ones, probably the best they could have done.

Brent, where did you get that press release? NBC hasn't released that anywhere, not to us, or on their press site. Plus it looks like that press release was heavily edited...wrong year on the date and the quotes look off and different like someone was changing it. It looks real though, lol.

"Deal or No Deal" moves it’s Thursday...

(NBC doesn't make the its and it's mistake)

I was wondering The Same thing

Brent, where did you get that press release? NBC hasn't released that anywhere, not to us, or on their press site. Plus it looks like that press release was heavily edited...wrong year on the date and the quotes look off and different like someone was changing it. It looks real though, lol.

"Deal or No Deal" moves it’s Thursday...

(NBC doesn't make the its and it's mistake)

It was posted over at Zap2it by someone... I think it's a hoax. I have removed it because I can't find it ANYWHERE.

Could have fooled me, lol. I knew it was too smart to be NBC's official schedule. :lol:

I do believe that a lot of it is what really will be announced though, especially the Sunday lineup.

I wish that NBC would bring back sitcoms on Monday Night's from 7:00 pm until 8:00 pm Central Time.

They won't... DOND does twice as good as sitcoms would.

From Mediaweek:

Over at NBC, the Thursday debut of sitcom 30 Rock fell flat, with a 45-minute edition at a distant third-place 3.7/ 5 from 9:15-10 p.m. Comparably, that declined from lead-in The Office by a significant 29 percent in rating and three share points. More importantly, let’s wait and see how much it dropped among adults 18-49.

30 Rock is DEAD! Goodbye. Good riddance!

At 9 p.m., "CSI" scored a 14.7/22 for CBS to beat ABC's "Grey's Anatomy," 13.6/20, by its widest margin this season. The conclusion of "The Office" and "30 Rock," making its Thursday debut, managed only a 4.4/7 (from 9:30 to 10, "30 Rock" was even lower, at 3.2/5). "The O.C." delivered a 2.5/4 for FOX, topping "Supernatural" on The CW.

How long do you think NBC will keep 30 Rock on there schedule

How long do you think NBC will keep 30 Rock on there schedule

Well next week a 2-hour DOND airs. They might stick with it through December(because December is going to be almost all repeats anyway), but I wouldn't expect to see it still there in January.

and what exactly is the point of airing a sitcom for 40 or 45 minutes? :confused:

NBC plays mind games
Peacock greenlights prod'n on quizzer
By JOSEF ADALIAN

Ben Silverman, exec producer of "Ugly Betty" and "The Office," is assuming a new "Identity" for NBC.

Peacock is fast-tracking production on a Silverman-produced quizzer to be hosted by Penn Jillette. NBC will roll out "Identity," which it's calling "the ultimate mind game," over a five-night frame the week before Christmas.

"In politics, you've got the October surprise. We've got the December surprise," said Peacock alternative topper Craig Plestis, referring to the network's decision to launch "Identity" as a weeknight strip during the holidays. Web used an identical strategy to grand success last winter when it kicked off "Deal or No Deal."

"Identity," from Silverman's Reveille banner, is an original format in which contestants compete for $500,000 by matching 12 strangers with a dozen unique characteristics, from shoe size and weight to career.

Contestants collect the full half-million if they correctly match up the strangers with their "identities."

Andrew Golder ("Win Ben Stein's Money"), Tim Puntillo ("Friend or Foe"), Silverman and H.T. Owens exec produce.

"I don't consider this a pure gameshow," Plestis said. "It's more of a mind game or social experiment."

Silverman calls the format a "game of first impressions," challenging contestants to move past preconceived notions of people based on looks.

"If there are already a lot of shows that deal in luck and chance, this is a show that plays in the psychological space," he said. "It adds a level of sophistication while maintaining simplicity in the format."

With little fanfare, Silverman said he and his international sales force have already sold the "Identity" format to Network Ten in Oz, as well as stations in several other markets.

Plestis, who has already launched the successful "Deal or No Deal" and "1 vs. 100" with Endemol USA this year, said he wasn't looking to develop another quizzer when Silverman approached him about "Identity." He agreed to play a sample version of the game, however.

"It felt 100% different than any other gameshow," he said, adding the skein has a strong play-along format for viewers at home, as well as a family-friendly format.

"People at home want to have that bonding experience, especially during the holidays," Plestis said.

"Identity" will bow at 8 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 18, with new episodes airing every night at 8 through Dec. 22.

Jillette, half of the comedy-magic duo Penn & Teller, co-hosts "Penn & Teller: [!@#$%^&*]!" for Showtime.

Well next week a 2-hour DOND airs. They might stick with it through December(because December is going to be almost all repeats anyway), but I wouldn't expect to see it still there in January.

and what exactly is the point of airing a sitcom for 40 or 45 minutes? :confused:
i recorded both the supersized My Name is Earl and 30 Rock (I dont care for The Office), after removing commercials, earl was about 24:30, and 30 Rock was only 27+ minutes = means lots of commercial time.

Heroes continues to grow and last night outright beat CBS.

NBC stayed on top at 9 p.m. with "Heroes," 9.0/13. CBS moved up to second with "Two and a Half Men," 9.6/14, and "Old Christine," 7.6/11.

A Third Night Of Dateline After Christmas

"Dateline NBC is getting a third night per week beginning Dec. 26, when 8 p.m. Tuesdays becomes a regular slot for the NBC newsmagazine," TV Week reports. (http://www.tvweek.com/news.cms?newsId=11109) "Dateline has been airing on Saturdays and will return to Sundays after the NFL TV season is over, ending NBC's Sunday night football franchise."

Dateline is displacing "Friday Night Lights" on Tuesdays...

Yay for HEROES!!! :)

Anyone know how "Las Vegas" is doing? Only the first 4 episodes aired so far.

Yay for HEROES!!! :)

Anyone know how "Las Vegas" is doing? Only the first 4 episodes aired so far.

Fridays Ratings
http://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/showthread.php?t=188065

Las Vegas, continues to average 9 million viewers, but wins it timeslot in the 18-49 category.

I am looking forward to watching Scubs this Thursday Night's at 8:00 pm Cenntral Time

The OFFICIAL Midseason schedule. It's horrible. They must like CBS winning Mondays and DOND against Idol?! Where is The Black Donnellys? Friday Night Lights on Wednesday? Hello?

Mondays
8-9 p.m. -- "Deal or No Deal"
9-10 p.m. -- "Heroes"
10-11 p.m. -- "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip"

Tuesdays
8-9 p.m.-- "Dateline NBC" (beginning December 26)
9-10 p.m. -- "Law & Order: Criminal Intent"
10-11 p.m. -- "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit"

Wednesdays
8-9 p.m. -- "Friday Night Lights" (January 10)
9-10 p.m. -- "Deal or No Deal" (January 3)
10-11 p.m. -- "Medium"

Thursdays
8-9 p.m. -- "My Name Is Earl"
8:30-9 p.m. -- "The Office"
9-9:30 p.m. -- "Scrubs"
9:30-10 p.m. -- "30 Rock"
10-11 p.m. -- "ER"

Fridays
8-9 p.m. -- "1 VS 100"
9-10 p.m. -- "Las Vegas"
10-11 p.m. -- "Law & Order"

Saturdays
8-9 p.m. - “Dateline NBC” (repeats)
9-11 p.m. -- Drama repeats

Sundays
7-8 p.m. -- "Dateline NBC" (February 11)
8-9 p.m. -- "Grease: You're the One That I Want" (January 7; first two weeks will run from 8-9:30 p.m.)
9-10 p.m. -- "The Apprentice" (January 7; first two weeks will run from 9:30-11 p.m.)
10-11 p.m. -- "Crossing Jordan" (January 21)

that is going to be some Awsome schedule starting in Janurary of 2007

that is going to be some Awsome schedule starting in Janurary of 2007

Nothing about it is awesome. It is terrible and quite possibly the worst schedule possible. Sundays will be a distant 4th, DOND will be killed against Idol, FNL is dead on Wednesdays, Studio 60 is dead and will continue to bring down Mondays. The only good move is Dateline on Tuesday(which we already knew). Everything else is just there, and that's bad.

The only night I might watch is Thursday Night from 8:00 pm until 9:01 pm Central Time

Nothing about it is awesome. It is terrible and quite possibly the worst schedule possible. Sundays will be a distant 4th, DOND will be killed against Idol, FNL is dead on Wednesdays, Studio 60 is dead and will continue to bring down Mondays. The only good move is Dateline on Tuesday(which we already knew). Everything else is just there, and that's bad.
Is it me, or is it almost identical to the current schedule? :(

They won't... DOND does twice as good as sitcoms would.

From Mediaweek:

Over at NBC, the Thursday debut of sitcom 30 Rock fell flat, with a 45-minute edition at a distant third-place 3.7/ 5 from 9:15-10 p.m. Comparably, that declined from lead-in The Office by a significant 29 percent in rating and three share points. More importantly, let’s wait and see how much it dropped among adults 18-49.

30 Rock is DEAD! Goodbye. Good riddance!

At 9 p.m., "CSI" scored a 14.7/22 for CBS to beat ABC's "Grey's Anatomy," 13.6/20, by its widest margin this season. The conclusion of "The Office" and "30 Rock," making its Thursday debut, managed only a 4.4/7 (from 9:30 to 10, "30 Rock" was even lower, at 3.2/5). "The O.C." delivered a 2.5/4 for FOX, topping "Supernatural" on The CW.

I was at the Tree lighting tonight, and all we saw on the big screen was "30 Rock" commericals. They are promoting it to all hell. And Tina Fey was on the stage like every other segment. She even brought her baby up there. And NBC threw the cast of 30 Rock a party earlier today. They seem to LOVE this woman. I think they'll keep the show around for a while.

In early March "The Black Donnellys" will replace "Studio 60" Mondays at 10. 4 episodes of "Studio 60" will have not aired at that point.

In mid to late March "Raines" replaces "Las Vegas" Fridays at 9pm.

http://www.variety.com/article/VR1117954728.html?categoryId=14&cs=1

In early March "The Black Donnellys" will replace "Studio 60" Mondays at 10. 4 episodes of "Studio 60" will have not aired at that point.

Will Studio 60 have been canceled at that point? (For the record, I'll say "Good riddance!" in advance.) How come NBC has more faith in that than it did Three Wishes starring Amy Grant last year? Three Wishes ended early last December if I recall.

Will Studio 60 have been canceled at that point? (For the record, I'll say "Good riddance!" in advance.) How come NBC has more faith in that than it did Three Wishes starring Amy Grant last year? Three Wishes ended early last December if I recall.

Studio 60 has got a full season order, so I dunno. I would think if it were cancelled, the remaining 4 episodes would air in a different timeslot, maybe burned off in the summer(because based on the horrible ratings that's what I expect).

30 Rock has gotten a full season.

The ratings were up a bit from last week but still awful.

http://www.thefutoncritic.com/news.aspx?id=20061201nbc01

I'm glad 30 Rock got a Full Season, along with Friday Night Lights, and Studio 60. Although I don't watch any of those shows, I give NBC a round of applause for giving shows a chance, unlike many other Networks. It takes time to build an audience, and a fan base.

Studio 60 has got a full season order, so I dunno. I would think if it were cancelled, the remaining 4 episodes would air in a different timeslot, maybe burned off in the summer(because based on the horrible ratings that's what I expect).
More than likely Studio 60 will just take a break and the 4 episodes would air during May Sweeps. I don't know why NBC renewed it but at least they are showing some faith in their new shows.

More than likely Studio 60 will just take a break and the 4 episodes would air during May Sweeps. I don't know why NBC renewed it but at least they are showing some faith in their new shows.
Yeah. Finally a Network that's actually giving their shows a chance, and not just axing great shows, because of poor ratings.

I am with you on that

No way Studio 60 will air in May sweeps.

So "Heroes" is the hightest rated New Show, that is awesome news. I usually don't care about ratings. I just watch what I think is good TV, not what everyone else watches, but this news just makes me happy. Heroes is a creative and well done show. We fiond a lot of new stuff out every episode, rather than waiting so long, like Desperate Housewives, or LOST. They saw what keeping the audience waiting can do. Anyway, I'm glad it's doing well. Definately THE best new show the season. It's better than anything new ABC or CBS has to offer. I'm glad NBC is finally doing things right again.

So "Heroes" is the hightest rated New Show, that is awesome news. I usually don't care about ratings. I just watch what I think is good TV, not what everyone else watches, but this news just makes me happy. Heroes is a creative and well done show. We fiond a lot of new stuff out every episode, rather than waiting so long, like Desperate Housewives, or LOST. They saw what keeping the audience waiting can do. Anyway, I'm glad it's doing well. Definately THE best new show the season. It's better than anything new ABC or CBS has to offer. I'm glad NBC is finally doing things right again.

I don't watch Heroes(not into Supernatural stuff), but I'm glad it's doing well. It does seem to be a good show.

I love Desperate Housewives. I've watched Lost but can't get into it.

So "Heroes" is the hightest rated New Show, that is awesome news. I usually don't care about ratings. I just watch what I think is good TV, not what everyone else watches, but this news just makes me happy. Heroes is a creative and well done show. We fiond a lot of new stuff out every episode, rather than waiting so long, like Desperate Housewives, or LOST. They saw what keeping the audience waiting can do. Anyway, I'm glad it's doing well. Definately THE best new show the season. It's better than anything new ABC or CBS has to offer. I'm glad NBC is finally doing things right again.
I can just kick myself. I usually tape Hero's on Mondays since I watch MNF but tonight I forgot and didn't remember until the last 15 minutes of the show and it was their fall final too. :cuss:

Since everything else has already been determined Im gonna guess about the sitcoms

I say 8 weeks before the end of the season they put The Single's Table after Scrubs, and 7 weeks before They put Andy Barker, P.I. in the Office's slot and return The Office the Final week...

I can just kick myself. I usually tape Hero's on Mondays since I watch MNF but tonight I forgot and didn't remember until the last 15 minutes of the show and it was their fall final too. :cuss:
Well, you NEED to watch the "Fall Finale." It's on NBC.com, and if you don't wanna sit in front of your computer, i'm sure NBC will air it before the new episodes start on January 22nd. :wave:

I don't watch Heroes(not into Supernatural stuff), but I'm glad it's doing well. It does seem to be a good show.

I love Desperate Housewives. I've watched Lost but can't get into it.
Oh man, LOST is awesome. I used to LOVE housewives, I'm not too crazy about it anymore. I do still watch every week though.

Any news how The Saint's Dallas Game did

Any news how The Saint's Dallas Game did

Fast Nationals:

8:00pm-10.6/16
9:00pm-12.5/18
10:00pm-11.4/18

1st place all three hours. One of the higher rated games so far.

Comedians hope to kill in NBC's "Colosseum"
Thu Dec 14, 3:58 AM ET

LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - NBC is developing a one-hour reality pilot called "Comedy Colosseum," where comedians will vie for a $10,000 prize in an arena setting.

Each comedian will be judged solely on the laughter of randomly selected and unsuspecting members of the crowd. Hosted by "Saturday Night Live" alumnus Dean Edwards and British comedian Olivia Lee, "Comedy Colosseum" is based on the hit Japanese show "Theiromonea."

Comedians hope to kill in NBC's "Colosseum"
Thu Dec 14, 3:58 AM ET

LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - NBC is developing a one-hour reality pilot called "Comedy Colosseum," where comedians will vie for a $10,000 prize in an arena setting.

Each comedian will be judged solely on the laughter of randomly selected and unsuspecting members of the crowd. Hosted by "Saturday Night Live" alumnus Dean Edwards and British comedian Olivia Lee, "Comedy Colosseum" is based on the hit Japanese show "Theiromonea."

While this looks clean on paper, I wonder what the word "kill" in the title means.

Is NBC crazy? SVU is one of their highest-rated shows. One of very few bright spots on their schedule.

You wouldn’t think that NBC could afford to lose a hit show right now, but that’s what may happen.

Sources tell me that NBC is playing hardball with stars Mariska Hargitay and Chris Meloni, not wanting to pay them big increases if they stay for a ninth season next fall.

“It’s not Dick Wolf,” my source says of the notoriously capricious producer. Wolf is infamous for constantly replacing and substituting actors on the original “Law & Order.” But so far the cast has remained stable for “SVU” since it launched eight years ago.

NBC, however, according to insiders, doesn’t seem to care whether the show returns or not. “They’re acting like they want Chris and Mariska out of there,” says my source.

Negotiations, which have gone on this week, are said to have been brutal.

One thing NBC probably didn’t count on was Emmy nominations for both stars and a win last year for Hargitay. The awards and kudos have come toward the end of the series’ run and are considered surprising for a “cop” show.

The awards attention, coupled with consistently high ratings, would ordinarily give actors leverage with the network. But with cost-cutting and layoffs going on, NBC is said to feel that they don’t mind losing the show or starting over with new, less expensive actors.

The ratings for 'Law & Order SVU' are what make this news all the more perplexing. The show wins its Tuesday night time slot easily every week, with an average 9.4 rating and a 16 share.

Ironically, the ratings have only gone up as the fall season has plodded along, making “SVU” one of the lone shining lights in the otherwise dimmed NBC firmament.

Either way, Meloni and Hargitay would leave “SVU” well-off financially but even better off career-wise. They are each a hot property and would likely be snapped up rival networks to star in their own series immediately. Stay tuned.

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,236660,00.html :eek:

OK, so I watched Identity tonight for the first time. I liked it a lot(nothing else was on), but it reminded me so much of the way I felt about DOND in the early days(which I also liked). It seems way too easy(all the choices were obvious), a contestant won the half million on the SECOND show? No one has won the million on Deal yet!

The Apprentice is dead.

"Desperate Housewives," 11.7/17, gave ABC sole possession of the lead at 9 p.m. A new "Cold Case," 9.0/13, finished second for CBS. "Grease," 6.9/10, and the premiere of "The Apprentice," [b]5.4/8, on NBC held off a pair of "Family Guy" reruns on FOX. The CW finished up with "Beauty and the Geek."

At 10 p.m., CBS' "Without a Trace" claimed the top spot with a 9.2/15. ABC's "Brothers & Sisters" posted an 8.0/13, and "The Apprentice" ticked up to 5.9/10.

Lowest-rated premiere ever... and it fell from the Grease crap.

"Donald... your fired" :p

I haven't watched it yet but will this afternoon.

The Apprentice is dead.

"Desperate Housewives," 11.7/17, gave ABC sole possession of the lead at 9 p.m. A new "Cold Case," 9.0/13, finished second for CBS. "Grease," 6.9/10, and the premiere of "The Apprentice," [b]5.4/8, on NBC held off a pair of "Family Guy" reruns on FOX. The CW finished up with "Beauty and the Geek."

At 10 p.m., CBS' "Without a Trace" claimed the top spot with a 9.2/15. ABC's "Brothers & Sisters" posted an 8.0/13, and "The Apprentice" ticked up to 5.9/10.

Lowest-rated premiere ever... and it fell from the Grease crap.

"Donald... your fired" :p

I haven't watched it yet but will this afternoon.
Wow, and I know a lot of people who are done with Desperate Housewives.....That's what Trump gets.....Rosie power baby!!!

Thank god ER is back. The wait is over. Woot woot!

The Apprentice is dead.

"Desperate Housewives," 11.7/17, gave ABC sole possession of the lead at 9 p.m. A new "Cold Case," 9.0/13, finished second for CBS. "Grease," 6.9/10, and the premiere of "The Apprentice," [b]5.4/8, on NBC held off a pair of "Family Guy" reruns on FOX. The CW finished up with "Beauty and the Geek."

At 10 p.m., CBS' "Without a Trace" claimed the top spot with a 9.2/15. ABC's "Brothers & Sisters" posted an 8.0/13, and "The Apprentice" ticked up to 5.9/10.

Lowest-rated premiere ever... and it fell from the Grease crap.

"Donald... your fired" :p

I haven't watched it yet but will this afternoon.
The Apprentice sucks now so im not surprised.

NBC SWEETENS FEBRUARY WITH 28 DAYS OF COMEDY, DRAMA, GAMESMANSHIP, VALENTINES -- AND AN ARRAY OF GUEST STARS INCLUDING OSCAR NOMINEE FOREST WHITAKER, ISABELLA ROSSELLINI, GEORGE TAKEI, PAUL REUBENS, KIM DELANEY, MARY STUART MASTERSON, D.L. HUGHLEY, MAGIC JOHNSON, RON SILVER, BEAU BRIDGES, NATALIE COLE, SANDRA BERNHARD AND ERIC ROBERTS

BURBANK, Calif. January 29, 2007 NBC brightens February sweeps with "comedy night done right," fan-favorite dramas, high-stakes game shows -- and a gallery of guest stars that include Oscar nominee Forest Whitaker, Isabella Rossellini, George Takei, Paul Reubens, Kim Delaney, Mary Stuart Masterson, D.L. Hughley, Magic Johnson, Ron Silver, Beau Bridges, Natalie Cole, Sandra Bernhard, Eric Roberts, Mary Stuart Masterson, Kim Delaney, Stacy Keach, Michael Nouri, Oscar-winning hip-hop group Three 6 Mafia, Los Lonely Boys, Elizabeth Banks, Christopher Eccleston, Jessalyn Gilsig, wrestling champion Goldberg, Kali Rocha, Rita Moreno, Tom Arnold, Cary Elwes, Donna Murphy, Sticky Fingaz, Michael Weston, Xander Berkeley, Tony Goldwyn, and sports stars Scottie Pippen, Dick Butkus and Jason Giambi.

In addition, NBC salutes Valentine's Day with a Thursday night of Cupid-worthy comedies on February 8 as well as Valentine-themed episodes of "Las Vegas" on February 9 and "Medium" on February 14.

Following are days, times (ET) and storyline information for February:

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1

MY NAME IS EARL (8-8:30 p.m.)
"Foreign Exchange Student"

THE LANGUAGE OF LOVE - As a young kid, Earl (Jason Lee) tortured Pierre, a French foreign-exchange student (guest star Ernie Grunwald), and scared him back to France. In order to scratch # 44 off his list, Earl decides to fly Pierre back to America and show him all the great things the country has to offer. Meanwhile, things heat up between Randy (Ethan Suplee) and Catalina (Nadine Velazquez) and their marriage is redefined -- but not in the way anyone would have ever guessed. Everyone learns more about the power of love and the mysterious ways in which it works. Jaime Pressly and Eddie Steeples also star.

THE OFFICE (8:30-9 p.m.)
"Ben Franklin"

A WEDDING SHOWER FOR PHYLLIS -- Acting on bad advice from his friend Todd Packer (David Koechner), Michael (Golden Globe winner Steve Carell) brings two "adult" performers into the office -- a stripper and Ben Franklin -- in honor of Phyllis's (Phyllis Smith) wedding shower. Meanwhile Karen (Rashida Jones) confronts Pam (Jenna Fischer) about her past with Jim (John Krasinski). Rainn Wilson, B.J. Novak, Melora Hardin, David Denman, Leslie David Baker, Brian Baumgartner, Kate Flannery, Paul Lieberstein, and Mindy Kaling also star.

SCRUBS (9-9:30 p.m.)
"His Story IV"

THE STAFF OF SACRED HEART DIVIDES DOWN POLITICAL PARTY LINES - MICHAEL WESTON ('THE LAST KISS') GUEST-STARS -- While the staff questions Dr. Kelso's (Ken Jenkins) commitment to the hospital, viewers begin to see the world from his point of view. But when he befriends patient Private Brian Dancer (guest star Michael Weston), the war stories he brings back from Iraq remind Kelso what it means to be a good leader. Meanwhile, Dancer's presence in the hospital causes a heated political debate amongst the staffers dividing them down party lines, but while everyone is fighting, the patient's health is being neglected. Elsewhere, J.D. (Zach Braff) is in search of a new apartment and feels out of the loop when politics become the topic at Sacred Heart. Sarah Chalke, Donald Faison, Judy Reyes, John C. McGinley and Neil Flynn also star.

30 ROCK (9:30-10 p.m.)
"Black Tie"

TRACY TEMPTS PETE WHILE LIZ GETS A GLIMPSE INTO JACK'S PAST; ISABELLA ROSSELLINI AND PAUL REUBENS GUEST-STAR -- Liz (Tina Fey) wonders if she's actually on a date with Jack (Alec Baldwin) as she accompanies him to a birthday celebration for a foreign prince (guest star Paul Reubens, "Pee-Wee's Playhouse"). While at the ball, Liz sees a different side to Jack as he unexpectedly runs in to his ex-wife (guest star Isabella Rossellini, "Blue Velvet"). Back at 30 Rock, Tracy (Tracy Morgan) tempts Pete (Scott Adsit) with a booze-and-babe-filled party in the office, while Kenneth the Page (Jack McBrayer) tries to keep Pete on the straight and narrow. Will Forte of "Saturday Night Live" also guest-stars and Jane Krakowski, Judah Friedlander, Keith Powell, Lonny Ross and Rachel Dratch also star.

ER (10-11 p.m.)
"Murmurs of the Heart"

HEARTBREAK E.R; OSCAR NOMINEE FOREST WHITAKER GUEST-STARS -- Gates (John Stamos) and Neela (Parminder Nagra) try to revive Meg (guest star Paula Malcomson) after they find her unconscious in her car. Sam (Linda Cardellini) suspects she may know who set fire to her home. Meanwhile, tensions mount as Ames (Oscar nominee and Golden Globe winner Forest Whitaker, "The Last King of Scotland," guest-stars) gets more and more desperate to seek revenge against Dr. Kovac (Goran Visnjic). Maura Tierney, Mekhi Phifer, Shane West and Scott Grimes also star.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2

1 VS 100 (8-9 p.m.)
Episode #17

CONTESTANTS BATTLE WITS WITH AN ALL-KID MOB AND A MOB WITH ACTOR-COMEDIAN D.L. HUGHLEY -- Popular comedian Bob Saget ("Full House," "America's Funniest Home Videos") hosts the international hit game show where one contestant faces "the mob" of 100 others in an attempt to win up to $1 million in a tense battle of brains and guts. In tonight's episode, Mitch Mishke of Telluride, Colorado will play for a top prize of $1 million by trying to out-smart the mob, which is comprised of kids -- joining kid mogul Jason O'Neill of Pencil Bugs and kid "Jeopardy!" champion Madeleine Suchard are fellow kid geniuses, science fair winners, and spelling bee champions. Actor-comedian D.L. Hughley (NBC's "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip") joins the mob for Wendy Powell of Las Vegas, Nevada's game. Viewers at home can also watch and play "You vs 100" for a chance to win $10,000.

LAS VEGAS (9-10 p.m.)
"The Chicken Is Making My Back Hurt"

NO GOOD DEED GOES UNANSWERED -- Certain circumstances have left Ed (James Caan) obligated to take anger-management classes, which force him to seek inner peace since one little blow up can put the Montecito's gaming license at risk. Mike (James Lesure) hopes to secure the purchase of a condo but unfortunately Mike is unable to cash into the good fortune. Meanwhile, Sam (Vanessa Marcil) hosts a basketball player and becomes disturbed when he takes interest in Mary (Nikki Cox). After inadvertently offending various people, Delinda (Molly Sims) tries to prove what a good person she is by cooking dinner for the homeless -- but ends up making the situation worse. Josh Duhamel also stars.

LAW & ORDER (10-11 p.m.)
"Talking Points"

STUDENT SHOT DURING ASSEMBLY FOR RIGHT-WING POLITICAL SPEAKER; RON SILVER GUEST-STARS -- Judith Barlow (guest star Charlotte Ross, "NYPD Blue"), a controversial speaker participates in a question-and-answer at Gramercy College when the stage is mobbed, a gun is fired and one student is found dead. Detective Ed Green (Jesse L. Martin) and Nina Cassady (Milena Govich) question the victims friend Malcolm Yates (guest star Louis Cancelmi), an older PhD student who creates human embryos to harvest stem cells. It is discovered that Yates has Parkinson's disease and finds Barlow's tactics as a direct threat to his job and life. But Yates, aided by his attorney, Bernie Adler (guest star Ron Silver, "The West Wing"), is not afraid to play up his illness to get sympathy from the jury. S. Epatha Merkerson, Sam Waterston and Fred Dalton Thompson also star.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5

DEAL OR NO DEAL (8-9 p.m.)
Episode #239

MAGIC JOHNSON IS SURPRISED AND A SICILIAN MAN TRIES HIS LUCK AT BECOMING A MILLIONAIRE IN A SPECIAL $2 MILLION GAME; VIEWERS AT HOME GET A CHANCE TO WIN $20,000 -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck at becoming a millionaire. Tonight, when Vicki Montzingo of Shoreline, Washington returns to finish her game, it's Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson who gets the big surprise! Then Guiseppe Iannello of Brockton, Massachusetts plays for a special top prize of $2 million, and is made to feel at home when he is connected to his home country via satellite to the Italian "Deal or No Deal" host, Flavia Insinnia, on the Roman set of "Affari Toui" in this high-energy match of nerves, instincts and raw intuition. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play At Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $20,000.

HEROES (9-10 p.m.)
"Distractions"

WITH THEIR NEW PATHS BECOMING CLEARER, SOME "HEROES'" FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS ARE DRIVEN APART; GEORGE TAKEI ("STAR TREK"), CHRISTOPHER ECCLESTON ("DR. WHO") AND JESSALYN GILSIG ("NIP/TUCK") GUEST-STAR -- Hiro (Golden Globe nominee Masi Oka) struggles to make his father (guest star George Takei, "Star Trek"), a corporate tycoon, and ambitious sister (guest star Saemi Nakamura), understand his new heroic path in life. Niki (Ali Larter) has a chance to be with D.L (Leonard Roberts) and Micah (Noah Gray-Cabey) again -- but will she really be with them? Claude (guest star Chris Eccleston, "Doctor Who") attempts to teach Peter (Milo Ventimiglia) to harness his abilities, but the process could shatter Peter's faith in those closest to him. Determined to find her birth mother (guest star Jessalyn Gilsig, "Nip/Tuck"), Claire (Hayden Panettiere) makes her way to a trailer park in Texas. Meanwhile, Sylar (guest star Zachary Quinto) makes a shocking move against H.R.G. (Jack Coleman) -- and his family. Tawny Cypress, Santiago Cabrera, Greg Grunberg, Adrian Pasdar and Sendhil Ramamurthy also star.

STUDIO 60 ON THE SUNSET STRIP (10-11 p.m.)
"The Harriet Dinner Part II"

UP ON THE ROOF? GRAMMY WINNER NATALIE COLE GUEST-STARS -- Danny (Bradley Whitford) and Jordan (Amanda Peet) are locked on the roof of the theater while other members of the cast and staff attend a dinner honoring Harriet (Sarah Paulson), whose relationship with Matt (Matthew Perry) begins to unravel. Grammy winner Natalie Cole guest-stars. Steven Weber, D.L. Hughley, Nathan Corddry and Tim Busfield also star.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6

LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT (9-10 p.m.)
"Albatross"

HIGH PROFILE FEMALE POLITICIAN SIDELINED BY PHILANDERING HUSBAND ACCUSED OF MURDER; DONNA MURPHY AND XANDER BERKELEY GUEST-STAR -- When respected Judge Thomas Layton is killed during a re-creation of the classic Alexander Hamilton/Aaron Burr duel, Detectives Goren (Vincent D'Onofrio) and Eames (Kathryn Erbe) question his dueling partner, George Pagonis (guest star Xander Berkeley, "24") -- who happens to be married to Maureen Pagonis (guest star Donna Murphy, "World Trade Center"), a prominent political candidate and possible first female Mayor of New York. Eric Bogosian also stars.

LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT (10-11 p.m.)
"Loophole"

BENSON TACKLES A CORPORATE CONSPIRACY TO SAVE A CHILD; FORMER WRESTLER GOLDBERG GUEST-STARS -- When a photograph in an anonymous envelope leads Detectives Fin (Ice-T) and Munch (Richard Belzer) to the apartment building that houses a crime scene, the investigation reveals the building supervisor has spent a lot of time with the boy in the picture, and he falls under suspicion. The case takes a physical toll on Detective Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay), the victim (guest star Marquis Rodriguez) and the boy's mother (guest star Karen Olivio) when they all appear to have similar medical issues. Their symptoms all appear to point to the same origin which unearth a corporate conspiracy and cover-up. Former wrestling champion Bill Goldberg guest-stars as Cupid, a roughneck who tears the SVU headquarters apart. Chris Meloni, Dann Florek, Diane Neal, B.D. Wong, and Tamara Tunie also star.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS (8-9 p.m.)
"Blinders"

THE RACE CARD - After their first thrilling victory in the playoffs, the Panthers feel invincible -- until Mac (Blue Deckert) makes racial statements that test the team's bond. Tim (Taylor Kitsch) and Billy (Derek Phillips) adjust to having their father back in their lives while Tami (Connie Britton) worries about Julie's (Aimee Teegarden) new friendship with Tyra (Adrianne Palicki). The game everyone is preparing for this time doesn't include the Dillon Panthers as the girls take the reins in a game of "powder puff" football. With Julie as quarterback and Tyra as linebacker -- all bets are off. Kyle Chandler, Jesse Plemons, Scott Porter, Minka Kelly and Zach Gilford also star.

DEAL OR NO DEAL (9-10 p.m.)
Episode #240

LAS VEGAS WOMAN SURPRISED AT HOME BY HOWIE MANDEL AND IS INVITED TO TRY HER LUCK AT BECOMING A MILLIONAIRE IN A $2 MILLION GAME; VIEWERS AT HOME GET A CHANCE TO WIN $20,000 -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck at becoming a millionaire. Single working mom Emika Porter of Las Vegas, Nevada receives a surprise of a lifetime when Howie Mandel personally delivers the news that she will be a contestant on "Deal or No Deal." Tonight, she plays for the top prize of $2 million in a high-energy match of nerves, instincts and raw intuition. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play At Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $20,000.

MEDIUM (10-11 p.m.)
"Apocalypse, Push"

TEXAS RANGER PUSH RETURNS (GUEST STAR ARLISS HOWARD) AND NOW HE'S THE ONE TROUBLED BY VIOLENT DREAMS -- Skeptical Texas Ranger Kenneth Push (guest star Arliss Howard) comes back into Allison's (Emmy winner Patricia Arquette) life after, in a surprising turn of events, he begins to experience dreams of a shocking murder in Phoenix. Also, Joe (Jake Weber) suffers an embarrassing moment after telling a white lie. Miguel Sandoval, Sofia Vassilieva, Maria Lark, David Cubitt and Miranda Carabello also star.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8

MY NAME IS EARL (8-8:30 p.m.)
"Blow"

A BUNDLE OF 'JOY' ALSO BRINGS SURPRISE FOR ONE OF THE CHARACTERS -- In preparation for the trial, Joy (Jaime Pressly) learns that she has a half-sister whom she could possibly use to invoke sympathy from the jury -- but her half-sister turns out to be her lifelong mortal enemy, Liberty Washington (guest star Tamala Jones). Coincidentally, Liberty is also #101 on Earl's (Jason Lee) list -- "stole a girl's identity." As Earl tries to right his wrong and Joy deals with the shock of having a new half sister, Liberty works to get herself into a wrestling league. The two women deal with their differences by wrestling them out of each other. This new episode also presents a major surprise for one of the characters. Ethan Suplee, Nadine Velazquez, and Eddie Steeples also star.

THE OFFICE (8:30-9 p.m.)
"Phyllis' Wedding"

HERE COMES THE BRIDE -- Phyllis (Phyllis Smith) regrets giving Michael (Golden Globe winner Steve Carell) an important job at her wedding after several embarrassing moments while Pam (Jenna Fischer) has flashbacks of her own wedding planning when she sees Phyllis' decorations. Meanwhile, Dwight (Rainn Wilson) is determined to catch wedding crashers. John Krasinski, B.J. Novak, Melora Hardin, David Denman, Leslie David Baker, Brian Baumgartner, Kate Flannery, Angela Kinsey, Phyllis Smith, Paul Lieberstein, and Mindy Kaling also star.

SCRUBS (9-9:30 p.m.)
"My Road to Nowhere"

ROAD TRIP! ELIZABETH BANKS ('THE 40-YEAR-OLD VIRGIN') GUEST-STARS -- Turk (Donald Faison) convinces J.D. (Zach Braff) that he needs to go to Tacoma for Kim's (Elizabeth Banks, "The 40-Year-Old Virgin") first ultrasound -- which results in an impromptu road trip for the Sacred Heart crew. After commandeering Dr. Kelso's (Ken Jenkins) new RV, Eliot (Sarah Chalke), Carla (Judy Reyes), Keith (Travis Schuldt), Ted (Sam Lloyd) and the Janitor (Neil Flynn) join the father-to-be on his journey. Meanwhile, Dr. Cox (John C. McGinley) and Jordan (Christa Miller) face some concern when her ultrasound reveals that their unborn child will need to have surgery.

30 ROCK (9:30 10 p.m.)
"Up All Night"

VALENTINE'S DAY GOES AWRY FOR 'TGS' CAST; ISABELLA ROSSELLINI GUEST-STARS -- After the entire cast binges on some questionable seafood at the craft services table, they hunker down to pull an all-nighter -- on Valentine's Day -- and cobble together a new show. While Pete (Scott Adsit) completely forgets the holiday, romance may be blooming between Kenneth the Page (Jack McBrayer) and Cerie (Katrina Bowden), who is squabbling with her Greek fianc. Liz (Tina Fey) wonders if her ex-boyfriend Dennis (guest star Dean Winters) may be back in her life after she receives flowers from a secret admirer. Jack (Alec Baldwin), fresh from the finalization of his divorce from Bianca (guest star Isabella Rossellini, "Blue Velvet"), wants to celebrate his new bachelorhood with Tracy (Tracy Morgan), who for once wants a night alone with his wife. Jane Krakowski, Judah Friedlander, Lonny Ross, Keith Powell and Rachel Dratch also star.

ER (10-11 p.m.)
"Dying Is Easy"

LAST COMIC STANDING; FREDDY RODRIGUEZ GUEST-STARS -- Abby (Maura Tierney) and Sam (Linda Cardellini) try to treat an obnoxious, aspiring comedian (guest star Freddy Rodriguez) with mysterious symptoms. Pratt (Mekhi Phifer) finds himself in hot water as he gets questioned about the death of a patient. Meanwhile, Neela (Parminder Nagra) is thrilled when Dr. Dubenko (Leland Orser) allows her to scrub in on a kidney donor surgery. In addition, Abby and Dr. Kovac (Goran Visnjic) decide to take their relationship in a new direction. Shane West, Scott Grimes and John Stamos also star.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9

1 VS 100 (8-9 p.m.)
Episode #15

LAST MAN STANDING WINS $250,000 -- Popular comedian Bob Saget ("Full House," "America's Funniest Home Videos") hosts the international hit game show where one contestant faces "the mob" of 100 others in an attempt to win up to $1 million in a tense battle of brains and guts. Tonight, in a very special episode, it's "last man standing" as the 100 mob members square off against each other for a grand prize of $250,000. This time, the "one" will be selected from the mob and the game will continue until there is only one mob member left standing. In this battle of intellect and guts, there are no helps, no chance to take the money and run, and no choice but to keep going until someone walks away with a quarter of a million dollars. Members of the mob include game show heavyweights from "Jeopardy!" -- Ken Jennings and five-time champion Brad Rutter, and from "Who Wants to Be A Millionaire" - - Nancy Christy and Kevin Olmstead. They are joined by poker great Annie Duke, Ivy League graduates, rocket scientists, trivia bowl champions, a drag queen and a nun. Viewers at home can also watch and play "You vs 100" for a chance to win $10,000.

LAS VEGAS (9-10 p.m.)
"Pharaoh 'Nuff"

TAKING MATTERS INTO THEIR OWN HANDS -- LOUIS LOMBARDI ('24') GUEST-STARS -- The Montecito prepares for the exhibit of a world-famous mummy, only to have it stolen before it gets to the hotel. When the authorities cannot deal with the crisis because of special circumstances, Ed (James Cann), Danny (Josh Duhamel), Mike (James Lesure), and Delinda (Molly Sims) are forced to handle the matter on their own. With all the craziness, the team does not have time to deal with a guest that is suspected of stealing various hotel items, so Mary (Nikki Cox) takes this special case on herself. Meanwhile, Harris Lipsky (guest star Louis Lombardi, "24") offers Sam (Vanessa Marcil) an indecent proposal.

LAW & ORDER (10-11 p.m.)
"Church"

ACTOR KILLED AFTER THREATENING TO OUT POPULAR REVEREND -- After a gay actor is found shot to death, Detectives Ed Green (Jesse L. Martin) and Nina Cassady (Milena Govich) arrive at the scene and discover an e-mail that was sent to a well-known pastor. In the e-mail, the actor admonishes him for speaking out against gays. Asst. D.A. Jack McCoy (Sam Waterston) discovers a note left behind that he suspects may be a cover for the real murderer. S. Epatha Merkerson, Fred Dalton Thompson and Alana De La Garza also star.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11

GREASE: YOU'RE THE ONE THAT I WANT (7-9 p.m.)
Episode #5

ELIMINATIONS BEGIN -- In the second two-hour live episode, the top 12 contestants become 10 as one Danny and one Sandy are eliminated at the beginning of the episode based on America's votes. The top-10 contestants will perform live singing and dancing routines in front of the judges, who will give them feedback before America votes to determine who will move on to the next live performance episode. Two-time Tony Award-winner Kathleen Marshall ("The Pajama Game"), Jim Jacobs, the co-creator of "Grease" and renowned theatre producer David Ian serve as judges. Billy Bush ("Access Hollywood") hosts the series and Denise Van Outen (Broadway's "Chicago") co-hosts.

THE APPRENTICE: LOS ANGELES (9-10 p.m.)
Episode #605

CANDIDATES COULD GET STUNG BY BEE TEAM -- The candidates get a taste of the agriculture business as they harvest honey and face off with swarms of bees. One team flies blind without their leader -- and the other is stung by sagging honey sales. The winners play hoops with Los Angeles basketball legends such as Kareem Abdul Jabbar and James Worthy, and current Lakers coach Phil Jackson, while the losers deal with Trump in the boardroom.

CROSSING JORDAN (10-11 p.m.)
"Crazy Little Thing Called Love"

SOMETIMES LOVE MAKES PEOPLE DO THE CRAZIEST THINGS; JOSH DUHAMEL AND MOLLY SIMS OF 'LAS VEGAS' GUEST-STAR-When a Las Vegas prize fighter is found dead after winning a match, Danny (Josh Duhamel of NBC's "Las Vegas") and Delinda (Molly Sims of NBC's "Las Vegas") decide to stay in Boston to help Jordan (Jill Hennessy) and Woody (Jerry O'Connell) investigate his murder. Meanwhile, Bug (Ravi Kapoor) investigates the death of a young woman whose body was found in the river and had been there since the 1980s. After a month away, Lily (Kathryn Hahn) returns to the morgue. Miguel Ferrer and Steve Valentine also star.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12

DEAL OR NO DEAL (8-9 p.m.)
Episode #243

PATRIOTIC NEW YORKER RECEIVES A SPECTACULAR RED-WHITE-AND-BLUE SURPRISE AND INDIANA SHOPAHOLIC TRY THEIR LUCK AT BECOMING A MILLIONAIRE; MODELS WEAR SPECIAL 'GO RED FOR WOMEN' DRESS; HOME VIEWERS GET CHANCE TO WIN $20,000 -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck at becoming a millionaire. Tonight, when Donato DeMarinis of Island Park, New York proclaims his love for America, he receives a spectacular red-white-and-blue surprise, and shopaholic Kate Miller of Newburgh, Indiana gets to be the one in charge as they play for the top prize of $1 million in a high-energy match of nerves, instincts and raw intuition. Little Bobby of "Bobby's World" makes a special guest appearance, and the models are outfitted in a special "Go Red for Women" dress to raise awareness of heart disease in women. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play At Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $20,000.

HEROES (9-10 p.m.)
"Run!"

AS MATT AND SURESH FACE GRAVE DANGER, THE SCANDALOUS TRUTH ABOUT CLAIRE'S REAL FATHER IS REVEALED; CHRISTOPHER ECCLESTON ("DR. WHO") AND JESSALYN GILSIG ("NIP/TUCK") GUEST-STAR -- While the scandalous truth about Claire's real father is revealed, her adoptive mother (guest star Ashley Crow) faces a crisis. Matt (Greg Grunberg) takes a job as a bodyguard for a crooked attorney (guest star Aron Malsky), which puts him in the crosshairs of Linderman's very familiar new assassin. Hiro (Golden Globe nominee Masi Oka) and Ando (guest star James Kyson Lee) return to Las Vegas to find the sword, but get sidetracked by a damsel in distress (guest star Missi Pyle). Suresh (Sendhil Ramamurthy) finds someone on the list and unknowingly puts himself in grave danger. Meanwhile, Simone (Tawny Cypress) turns to some unlikely help in her and Nathan's (Adrian Pasdar) struggle to find Peter (Milo Ventimiglia). Santiago Cabrera, Noah Gray-Cabey, Ali Larter and Leonard Roberts also star. Jessalyn Gilsig, Jimmy Jean-Louis, Lisa Lackey, Zachary Quinto and Cristine Rose guest-star.

STUDIO 60 ON THE SUNSET STRIP (10-11 p.m.)
"The Friday Night Slaughter"

MATT AND HARRIET SHARE FOND MEMORIES -- Matt (Matthew Perry) remembers how he and Harriet (Sarah Paulson) first met. Bradley Whitford, Amanda Peet, Steven Weber, D.L. Hughley, Nathan Corddry and Timothy Busfield also star.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13

LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT (9-10 p.m.)
"Flipped"

GUNNED DOWN RAPPER HAS MAJOR CASE SQUAD TEAMING UP WITH UNDERCOVER 'HIP HOP COP' TO SOLVE CASE -- Young rap artist Fulla T Smith (guest star "Fab Five Freddy") is leaving a radio station after finishing an interview and debuting his latest hit song, when shots ring out in the lobby and he's killed. Detectives Logan (Chris Noth) and Wheeler (Julianne Nicholson) question the one witness found on the scene, Harry Williams (guest star Sticky Fingaz) who reveals he's an undercover cop whose task force specializes in crimes within the rap world. Williams warns Logan and Wheeler to watch themselves, but when he starts helping them out, witnesses turn up dead and the detectives begin to wonder which side he is on. Eric Bogosian and Bokeem Woodbine also star.

LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT (10-11 p.m.)
"Dependent"

MOB LAWYER (GUEST STAR CARY ELWES) AND HIS FAMILY ARE BRUTALLY ATTACKED LEAVING A YOUNG BOY AS THE SOLE WITNESS -- Mob lawyer Sidney Truex (guest star Cary Elwes, "The Princess Bride") and his wife are brutally attacked, leaving his young son emotionally scarred. When the Detectives have to locate the Truexs' daughter, Charlotte (guest star Emily VanCamp), to notify her about the attack on her parents, Detectives Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) and Elliot Stabler (Chris Meloni) find Charlotte at her boyfriend Ryan's (Justin Klosky) apartment. Through an exhaustive interview process, the Detectives must sort through the web of lies Charlotte has told in order to piece together a night of drinking and drugs leaving Charlotte unable to recall details of the evening. However, her father comes out of surgery and is able to vividly remember his daughter at the crime scene. The disturbing case takes another turn as Stabler is brought up on charges of excessive force after getting into a very serious altercation with Ryan. Dann Florek, Diane Neal, B.D. Wong, and Tamara Tunie also star.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS (8-9 p.m.)
"Black Eyes & Broken Hearts"

CLEAR EYES -- Racial tensions are at an all time high as the black players on the Dillon Panthers won't play unless Mac McGill (Blue Deckert) is fired for his comments. With Smash (Gaius Charles) spearheading the protest, the team is in for an upset for their next playoff game. While Coach Taylor (Kyle Chandler) deliberates between firing one of his best coaches and succumbing to his players' demands, Julie's (Aimee Teegarden) friendship with Tyra (Adrianne Palicki) becomes more and more destructive. Meanwhile, Jason (Scott Porter) makes a life-changing decision and Matt (Zach Gilford) does whatever he can to win Julie back. With some of their best players protesting, will Dillon be come out with a victory come Friday? Connie Britton, Jesse Plemons, Taylor Kitsch and Minka Kelly also star.

DEAL OR NO DEAL (9-10 p.m.)
Episode #244

SHOPAHOLIC WOMAN RETURNS AS A MOTHER OF SIX RECEIVES A FAMILY SURPRISE WHEN SHE TRIES HER LUCK AT BECOMING A MILLIONAIRE; VIEWERS AT HOME GET A CHANCE TO WIN $20,000 -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck at becoming a millionaire. Tonight, Kate Miller of Newburgh, Indiana will find out how many pairs of new shoes she can buy while a mother of six, Cheryl Clarke of Bronx, New York, has a surprise first-time meeting with her own family when she plays for the top prize of $1 million in a high-energy match of nerves, instincts and raw intuition. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play At Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $20,000.

MEDIUM (10-11 p.m.)
"The One Behind the Wheel"

ALLISON QUESTIONS HER TRUE IDENTITY -- After awaking from a dream, Allison (Emmy winner Patricia Arquette) is convinced she's a completely different person named Sandra. When she doesn't snap out of it, Joe (Jake Weber) turns to Scanlon (David Cubitt) for help, while struggling to reach his wife. Meanwhile, Bridgette (Maria Lark) has a lot to look forward to on Valentine's Day. Miguel Sandoval, Sofia Vassilieva, Maria Lark, David Cubitt and Miranda Carabello also star.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15

MY NAME IS EARL (8-8:30 p.m.)
"The Birthday Party"

I'LL CRY IF I WANT TO -- BEAU BRIDGES REPRISE ROLE AS EARL'S DAD - It's a special episode as Earl (Jason Lee) celebrates his birthday -- but the day not only marks another exciting year in his life, but more importantly, a time for Earl to reflect on all the items he's crossed off his list during the past year. When Randy throws Earl a birthday party at the Crab Shack, however, Earl finds it hard to remember the good things he's done when everybody at the party keeps reminding him of how he's screwed up in the past. Right when Earl thinks his day can't get any worse, everybody has a special birthday surprise in store for him. Beau Bridges ("Barnum") reprises his role as Earl's father. Nadine Velazquez, Jaime Pressly and Eddie Steeples also star.

THE OFFICE (8:30-9 p.m.)
"Business School"

MICHAEL GOES TO BUSINESS SCHOOL WITH RYAN-- Ryan (B.J. Novak) invites Michael (Golden Globe winner Steve Carell) to be a guest speaker at his business school. Meanwhile, Dwight battles a bat that gets loose in the office while Pam (Jenna Fischer) invites co-workers to her first art show. Rainn Wilson, John Krasinski, Melora Hardin, Leslie David Baker, Brian Baumgartner, Kate Flannery, Angela Kinsey, Oscar Nunez, Phyllis Smith, Paul Lieberstein and Mindy Kaling also star.

SCRUBS (9-9:30 p.m.)
"My Perspective"

GAINING A NEW PERSEPECTIVE -- MICHAEL WESTON ('THE LAST KISS') GUEST STARS -- When J.D. (Zach Braff) develops vasovagal syncope, a condition which results in fainting or blackouts, he finds himself not only having to deal with losing his girlfriend and his apartment, but also his consciousness. Eliot (Sarah Chalke) and Turk (Donald Faison) debate over whose turn it is to take care of the always luckless resident, while Carla (Judy Reyes) tries out her new excuse: "I have a baby." Elsewhere, the Janitor (Neil Flynn) embarks on a cruise vacation -- or does he? John C. McGinley and Ken Jenkins also star.

30 ROCK (9:30- 10 p.m.)
TBA

ER (10-11 p.m.)
"Crisis of Conscience"

A CONSCIENCE IS NOT A BAD THING TO HAVE-- When a woman comes into the E.R. with acute liver failure, Gates (John Stamos) and Kovac (Goran Visnjic) find themselves with a moral dilemma. Neela (Parminder Nagra) also questions what is right when Manish (Aasif Mandvi) decides to give up a kidney for a complete stranger. Meanwhile, Ray (Shane West) fights to get to the bottom of a cheerleaders accidental fall. Maura Tierney, Mekhi Phifer and Linda Cardellini also star.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16

1 VS 100 (8-9 p.m.)
Episode #16

CONTESTANTS BATTLE WITS WITH THE MOST-HATED MOB -- Popular comedian Bob Saget ("Full House," "America's Funniest Home Videos") hosts the international hit game show where one contestant faces "the mob" of 100 others in an attempt to win up to $1 million in a tense battle of brains and guts. Tonight, Raul Torres, Jr. of Van Nuys, California, and Casey Smith of Des Moines, Iowa, play for a top prize of $1 million by trying to outsmart the mob -- which includes IRS auditors, Department of Motor Vehicle employees, telemarketers, and meter maids. Viewers at home can also watch and play "You vs 100" for a chance to win $10,000.

LAS VEGAS (9-10 p.m.)
"The Burning Bedouin"

JEALOUSY AND REVENGE ABOUND-- SANDRA BERNHARD GUEST-STARS--Things heat up at the Montecito when Sam's (Vanessa Marcil) whale and his three wives visit town, but when Sam finds out her long-lost love awakes from a 20-year coma, Delinda (Molly Sims) must be the whale's casino host for the day. Jealousy runs rampant when Danny (Josh Duhamel) learns of the whale's intentions and Mike (James Lesure) falls for one of his wives. Meanwhile, Ed (James Caan) is on a mission to replace his housekeeper (guest star Sandra Bernhard) when his wife Jillian (Cheryl Ladd) is out of town.

LAW & ORDER (10-11 p.m.)
"Melting Pot"

AN ACTRESS AND MOTHER IS FOUND DEAD IN HER NEW YORK CITY APARTMENT -- IS IT SUICIDE OR MURDER? -- An actress and mother is found hanging dead in her New York City apartment. With her career on the rise and a loving husband and family, Detectives Ed Green (Jesse L. Martin) and Nina Cassady (Milena Govich) are determined to prove that this was anything but self-inflicted. Sam Waterston, Alana De La Garza, S. Epatha Merkerson and Fred Dalton Thompson also star.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18

DEAL OR NO DEAL (7-8 p.m.)
Episode #245

CHICAGO SPORTS LEGENDS DICK BUTKUS AND SCOTTIE PIPPEN JOINS CHICAGO MAN ON STAGE WHEN HE TRIES HIS LUCK AT BECOMING A MILLIONAIRE; VIEWERS AT HOME GET A CHANCE TO WIN $20,000 -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck at becoming a millionaire. Tonight, Cheryl Clarke of Bronx, New York returns to finish her game and Tony Kolton of Chicago, Illinois is joined by his hometown sports legends, the NFL's Dick Butkus (Chicago Bears) and the NBA's Scottie Pippen (Chicago Bulls) when he plays for the top prize of $1 million in a high-energy match of nerves, instincts and raw intuition. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play At Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $20,000.

GREASE: YOU'RE THE ONE THAT I WANT (8-9 p.m.)
Episode #6

HOPELESSLY DEVOTED -- The remaining contestants perform live singing and dancing routines in front of the judges, who will give them feedback, before America votes to determine who will move on to the next live performance episode. Two-time Tony Award-winner Kathleen Marshall ("The Pajama Game"), Jim Jacobs, the co-creator of "Grease" and renowned theatre producer David Ian serve as judges. Billy Bush ("Access Hollywood") hosts the series and Denise Van Outen (Broadway's "Chicago") co-hosts.

THE APPRENTICE: LOS ANGELES (9-10 p.m.)
Episode #606

ROMANCE BLOSSOMS FOR TWO "APPRENTICE" CANDIDATES -- The thirteen remaining candidates put on a promotional event for a major travel website. When the task is over, two contestants spark a love connection in the pool.

CROSSING JORDAN (10-11 p.m.)
"Mr. Little and Mr. Big"

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19

DEAL OR NO DEAL (8-9 p.m.)
Episode #247

KARAOKE FAN CLOGS AND SINGS AS HE TRIES HIS LUCK AT BECOMING A MILLIONAIRE; VIEWERS AT HOME GET A CHANCE TO WIN $20,000 -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck at becoming a millionaire. Tonight, self-proclaimed "Korean Cowboy" Pyong Kong, plays for the top prize of $1 million in this emotional episode. He hopes to leave with a lot more in his briefcase than what his immigrant parents arrived with in America. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play At Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $20,000.

HEROES (9-10 p.m.)
"Unexpected"

UNFORESEEN CHALLENGES AND DANGERS STRIKE THE 'HEROES' HARD; FROM NBC.COM'S 'HEROES' GRAPHIC NOVEL, A NEW 'WIRELESS' HERO NAMED HANA DEBUTS -- Peter (Milo Ventimiglia) painfully learns that someone close may have betrayed him and Claude (guest star Christopher Eccleston). Matt's (Greg Grunberg) world spirals out of control when radioactive man Ted Sprague (guest star Matthew John Armstrong) and Hana Gitelman (guest star Stana Katic), a fierce young woman with "wireless" mental abilities, drop into his life. After blood is spilled, Hiro (Golden Globe nominee Masi Oka) makes a difficult decision about his mission. Claire (Hayden Panettiere) is unable to contain her anger at her father (Jack Coleman). Tawny Cypress, Santiago Cabrera, Noah Gray-Cabey, Ali Larter, Adrian Pasdar, Sendhil Ramamurthy and Leonard Roberts also star. Jimmy Jean-Louis, Lisa Lackey, James Kyson Lee, Zachary Quinto and Cristine Rose guest-star.

STUDIO 60 ON THE SUNSET STRIP (10-11 p.m.)
"4 a.m. Miracle"

MATT HAS MORE THAN LATE-NIGHT WRITER'S BLOCK -- Matt (Matthew Perry) is stuck on a Wednesday night with writer's block and also has to contend with a young lawyer (guest star Kari Matchett, "Invasion") who's investigating a sexual harassment claim while Harriet (Sarah Paulson) continues shooting her movie. In addition, Jordan (Amanda Peet) and Danny (Bradley Whitford) enter into a contest to see who'd make the better parent. Steven Weber, D.L. Hughley, Nathan Corddry and Tim Busfield also star.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20

LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT (9-10 p.m.)
"Brother's Keeper"

A SUCCESSFUL PREACHER'S WIFE IS KILLED AND HER 'PERFECT' HUSBAND HAS A LOT TO HIDE; TOM ARNOLD, TONY GOLDWYN, RITA MORENO AND MICHAEL NOURI GUEST-STAR - In a "ripped-from-the-headlines" story, a televangelist's (guest star Tom Arnold, "The Tom Show") wife is found murdered, and his secret life may have led to her murder. Meanwhile, Detective Goren continues to visit his ailing mother in the hospital (Oscar, Tony and Emmy-winning guest star Rita Moreno, "West Side Story") and runs into his long lost brother, Michael (guest star Tony Goldwyn). Michael Nouri ("The O.C.") guest-stars; Kathryn Erbe and Eric Bogosian also star.

LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT (10-11 p.m.)
"Haystack"

MOTHER OF MISSING BABY COMES UNDER FIRE BY THE PRESS; KALI ROCHA GUEST-STARS -- In a "ripped-from-the-headlines" episode, overzealous reporter Cindy Marino (guest star Kali Rocha, "Grey's Anatomy") accuses new mother Laura Kozowloski (guest star Ashley Williams) on national television of kidnapping and trying to kill her baby. That's the last straw for the despondent woman, who promptly commits suicide. Although everyone is under suspicion, including the mother and her ex-husband, Mike (guest star Pablo Schreiber), the case takes an unusual emotional toll on Detective Stabler (Chris Meloni), who is drawn in by the mother and her past. The search for the baby Kendall seems to be at a dead end -- but DNA provides clues that help solve the case, and offer new questions for one of the detectives. Mariska Hargitay, Dann Florek, Richard Belzer, Diane Neal, B.D. Wong and Tamara Tunie also star.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS (8-9 p.m.)
TBA

DEAL OR NO DEAL (9-10 p.m.)
Episode #248

CHICAGO WOMAN AND SOUTH CAROLINA MATH TEACHER TRY THEIR LUCK AT BECOMING A MILLIONAIRE; VIEWERS AT HOME GET A CHANCE TO WIN $20,000 -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck at becoming a millionaire. Tonight, plate-breaking Dimitra Apostolopoulos of Chicago, Illinois and Ishmael Brown of Columbia, South Carolina play for the top prize of $1 million in a high-energy match of nerves, instincts and raw intuition. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play At Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $20,000.

MEDIUM (10-11 p.m.)
"Second Opinion"

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22

MY NAME IS EARL (8-8:30 p.m.)
"Guess Who's Coming Out of Joy"

Beau Bridges ("Barnum") reprises his role as Earl's father.

THE OFFICE (8:30-9 p.m.)
"Cocktails"

SCRUBS (9-9:30 p.m.)
"My Therapeutic Month"

WHAT A DIFFERENCE A MONTH MAKES! MICHAEL WESTON ('THE LAST KISS') GUEST-STARS -- J.D. (Zach Braff) falls for a sexy new physical therapist but because of his unfortunate circumstances, he finds it difficult to ask her out. Meanwhile, Turk (Donald Faison) breaks his arm and Dr. Kelso (Ken Jenkins) sends him back to residency where, with the help of Dr. Cox (John C. McGinley), he realizes that he knows less about actual medicine than he thought he did. Elsewhere, Eliot (Sarah Chalke) invites Keith (guest star Travis Schuldt, "The Hitcher") to move in with her, but isn't quite ready to compromise her house rules. All the while Carla (Judy Reyes) provides each of the doctors with guidance while they get over their fear, ignorance and stubbornness. Neil Flynn also stars.

30 ROCK (9:30 10 p.m.)
TBA

ER (10-11 p.m.)
"From Here to Paternity"

A FAMILY STUCK IN THE SNOW FIGHT FOR THEIR LIVES; STACY KEACH GUEST-STARS -- Abby (Maura Tierney) and Pratt (Mekhi Phifer) quickly try to save a family suffering from frostbite after getting stuck in the snow while Neela (Parminder Nagra) gets jealous when Dr. Dubenko (Leland Orser) brings in a new surgical intern. Meanwhile, Gates (John Stamos) struggles with the reappearance of his dad (guest star Stacy Keach, "Prison Break") and the possibility of losing Sarah (Chloe Greenfield). Goran Visnjic, Linda Cardellini, Shane West and Scott Grimes also star.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23

1 VS 100 (8-9 p.m.)
Episode #18

CONTESTANTS BATTLE WITS WITH 'MEDIUM'S' ALLISON DUBOIS, CELEBRITY BLOGGER PEREZ HILTON AND OSCAR-WINNING HIP HOP GROUP THREE 6 MAFIA -- Popular comedian Bob Saget ("Full House," "America's Funniest Home Videos") hosts the international hit game show where one contestant faces "the mob" of 100 others in an attempt to win up to $1 million in a tense battle of brains and guts. In tonight's episode, Joanne Uy of Northridge, California, Herman Wilkins of Chicago, Illinois and Lou Siville of Shiloh, Illinois will play for a top prize of $1 million by trying to outsmart the mob, which includes "Medium's" Allison DuBois, celebrity blogger Perez Hilton, Academy Award-winning hip hop group Three 6 Mafia ("It's Hard Out Here for a Pimp"), popular sex therapist Dr. Ruth, Rabbi Shmuley of "Shalom in the Home," Playmates and Harvard professors. Viewers at home can also watch and play "You vs 100" for a chance to win $10,000.

LAS VEGAS (9-10 p.m.)
"Bare Chested in the Park"

LET THE GAMES BEGIN; MUSICAL GROUP LOS LONELY BOYS GUEST-STAR -- Tragedy strikes the Montecito with an unexpected death of someone in the organization, but despite the news, Ed (James Caan) allows the Montecito's company picnic and games to carry on. Mike (James Lesure) is appointed as the captain of the "front of the house" team and is prepared for big day. Musical guest stars Los Lonely Boys entertain the employees at the picnic. Meanwhile, a very distraught Mary (Nikki Cox) deals with her past and testifies in court against her father. Knowing how this haunts her, Danny (Josh Duhamel) offers support and consolation to his former flame. Molly Sims and Vanessa Marcil also star.

LAW & ORDER (10-11 p.m.)
"Murder Book"

A HIGH PROFILE PUBLISHER IS FOUND MURDERED When a publisher is found murdered after publishing a controversial book, Detectives Ed Green (Jesse L. Martin) and Nina Cassady (Milena Govich) are determined to find out whether this was a random homicide or connected to her work. Special guest star Bobby Cannavale. Sam Waterston, Alana De La Garza, S.Epatha Merkerson and Fred Dalton Thompson also star.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25

GREASE: YOU'RE THE ONE THAT I WANT (8-9 p.m.)
Episode #107

GREASE LIGHTNING -- The remaining contestants perform live singing and dancing routines in front of the judges, who will give them feedback, before America votes to determine who will move on to the next live performance episode. Two-time Tony Award-winner Kathleen Marshall ("The Pajama Game"), Jim Jacobs, the co-creator of "Grease" and renowned theater producer David Ian serve as judges. Billy Bush ("Access Hollywood") hosts the series and Denise Van Outen (Broadway's "Chicago") co-hosts.

CROSSING JORDAN (10-11 p.m.)
"Night of the Living Dead"

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26

DEAL OR NO DEAL (8-9 p.m.)
Episode #249

SOUTH CAROLINA MATH TEACHER RETURNS AND NEW YORK YANKEES MANAGER JOE TORRE GIVES ADVICE TO NEW JERSEY CONTESTANT AS HE TRIES HIS LUCK AT BECOMING A MILLIONAIRE; VIEWERS AT HOME GET A CHANCE TO WIN $20,000 -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck at becoming a millionaire. Tonight, Ishmael Brown of Columbia, South Carolina returns to finish his game and New York Yankees fan Wayne Ramos of Brick, New Jersey receives advice from New York Yankees manager Joe Torre. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play At Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $20,000.

HEROES (9-10 p.m.)
"Company Man"

TAKEN HOSTAGE BY RADIOACTIVE TED SPRAGUE AND MATT, H.R.G.'S HIDDEN PAST IS REVEALED -- AND NOTHING WILL EVER BE THE SAME FOR CLAIRE; ERIC ROBERT GUEST-STARS -- H.R.G.'s (Jack Coleman) past catches up to him as Matt (Greg Grunberg) and Ted Sprague (guest star Matthew John Armstrong), come to Texas looking for answers, and take him, his wife, son and Claire (Hayden Panettiere) hostage -- leading to a tragic, explosive showdown. Secrets are revealed and new threats to the "heroes" are introduced. Tawny Cypress, Santiago Cabrera, Noah Gray-Cabey, Ali Larter, Masi Oka, Adrian Pasdar, Sendhil Ramamurthy, Leonard Roberts and Milo Ventimiglia also star. Ashley Crow and Eric Roberts ("Less Than Perfect") guest-star.

STUDIO 60 ON THE SUNSET STRIP (10-11 p.m.)
TBA

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27

LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT (9-10 p.m.)
"30"

LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT (10-11 p.m.)
"Philadelphia"

DETECTIVE BENSON GETS IN OVER HER HEAD; MARY STUART MASTERSON AND KIM DELANEY GUEST-STAR -- When Detective Benson (Mariska Hargitay) investigates a rape case outside her jurisdiction, she finds herself being questioned by local Police Captain Julia Millfield (guest star Kim Delaney, "NYPD Blue") and although she gets some answers, some are difficult to accept. Benson also needs to discuss with police psychologist Dr. Rebecca Hendrix (guest star Mary Stuart Masterson, "Benny & Joon") about some of her actions that have led to tensions with Detective Stabler (Chris Meloni) and major distractions that have marred the rape case. Dann Florek, Diane Neal, Richard Belzer, Ice-T, B.D. Wong and Tamara Tunie also star.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS (8-9 p.m.)
TBA

DEAL OR NO DEAL (9-10 p.m.)
Episode #250

JASON GIAMBI OF THE NEW YORK YANKEES SURPRISES RETURNING NEW JERSEY CONTESTANT AND MICHIGAN WOMAN TRIES HER LUCK AT BECOMING A MILLIONAIRE; VIEWERS AT HOME GET A CHANCE TO WIN $20,000 -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck at becoming a millionaire. Tonight, New York Yankees fan Wayne Ramos of Brick, New Jersey receives encouragement from New York Yankees first baseman Jason Giambi and Beth Eva of Jackson, Michigan plays for the top prize of $1 million in a high-energy match of nerves, instincts and raw intuition. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play At Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $20,000.

MEDIUM (10-11 p.m.)
"This Time it's Personal"

NBC TV looks like there are going to have great schedule this Feburary

NBC PREMIERES 'THE BLACK DONNELLYS' NEW DRAMA FROM OSCAR WINNERS PAUL HAGGIS AND BOBBY MORESCO ON MONDAYS (10-11 P.M. ET) BEGINNING MARCH 5 AND THE NEW COMEDY 'ANDY BARKER, P.I.,' STARRING ANDY RICHTER, WILL PREMIERE ON THURSDAYS BEGINNING MARCH 15 (9:30-10 P.M. ET)

BURBANK, Calif. February 2, 2007 NBC's new mid-season drama "The Black Donnellys" will premiere on Monday, March 5 (10-11 p.m. ET) -- following the hit drama "Heroes" (9-10 p.m. ET) while the new comedy "Andy Barker, P.I.," starring Andy Richter, will debut on Thursday, March 15 (9:30-10 p.m. ET), it was announced today by Kevin Reilly, President, NBC Entertainment.

"Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip" (currently Mondays, 10-11 p.m. ET) will return later this season on a date to be determined. "30 Rock" will return to its previous Thursday (9:30-10 p.m. ET) day and time with original episodes on April 19 after "Andy Barker" completes its slate of episodes.

Academy Award winners Paul Haggis and Bobby Moresco (both for "Crash") are the creators and executive producers of "The Black Donnellys," a gritty new crime-drama series filmed in New York City and loosely based on Moresco's background.

The series follows the exploits of four young, working-class Irish-American brothers and their involvement in organized crime in New York City. The Donnelly brothers will do anything to protect each other against all odds.

The ensemble cast includes Kirk Acevedo, Thomas Guiry, Billy Lush, Keith Nobbs, Michael Stahl-David, Jonathan Tucker and Olivia Wilde. The pilot was directed by Haggis, who also wrote the Academy Award-winning "Million Dollar Baby."

"The Black Donnellys" is a production of NBC Universal Television Studio in association with Blackfriars Bridge Productions.

In the comedy "Andy Barker, P.I.," Richter ("Late Night with Conan O'Brien") re-teams with Conan O'Brien (series co-creator and executive producer). Richter portrays Andy Barker, an earnest, hard-working CPA who has succeeded at everything -- until his new accounting business fails to take off. But when he's mistaken for Lew Staziak (Harve Presnell, "Fargo"), the retired private detective who used to occupy his storefront office, Andy embraces the twist of fate and dives into his double life.

Andy's relentlessly supportive wife Jen (Clea Lewis, "Ellen") isn't sold on this risky new venture, that is, until she notices a sudden boost in Andy's self-confidence. Andy's fellow strip mall neighbors -- Simon (Tony Hale, "Arrested Development") and Wally (Marshall Manesh, "Will & Grace") join him in the dicey investigations.

This comedy series was created by O'Brien and former "Late Night" head writer Jonathan Groff ("Ed"), who executive-produce the series with Jeff Ross and David Kissinger. "Andy Barker, P.I." is from NBC Universal Television Studio and Conaco.

does this mean 30 Rock is gone or just on hiatus?

does this mean 30 Rock is gone or just on hiatus?

It's supposed to be back April 19th, but the ratings are horrible so who knows.

I hope Andy Barker does well but i also wanna see 30 Rock go on.... Hopefully NBC decides to expand its sitcom slate next year, i think they have been the best network this year...

It's supposed to be back April 19th, but the ratings are horrible so who knows.
if it does better then 30 Rock i'm sure it'll be gone, but if it does worse then i could see 30 Rock back.

maybe they'll bring back a Tuesday sitcom line-up next year or something. *-*

I was wondering How is The Bob Saget Game Show doing

I was wondering How is The Bob Saget Game Show doing

Decent and steady. Competes for 1st place in it's timeslot.

The "Black Donnellys" premiere has been pushed up a week, to 2/26 at 10:03pm ET. It will also be repeated that Thursday, 3/1, in place of ER.

NBC'S HIT GAME SHOW 'IDENTITY' RETURNS TO THE SCHEDULE FRIDAYS BEGINNING MARCH 16

BURBANK February 14, 2007 NBC's popular game show "Identity" hosted for one week before Christmas by Emmy Award-winning comedian-magician Penn Jillette ("Penn & Teller") will return to the schedule on Friday, March 16 (9-10 p.m. ET) before moving to its regular time slot (Fridays at 8 p.m.) the following week on March 23.

The hour-long "Identity" first premiered as a one-week event launched from December 18-22, 2006 (in much the same fashion as the successful "Deal or No Deal" was introduced in the previous December). The December 18 premiere episode debuted with a 4.4 rating, 11 share in adults 18-49 and 12.3 million total viewers. The premiere tied "Deal or No Deal" lead-in as the week's #1 entertainment telecast in adult 18-49. "Identity" finished #1 in its time period with four of five telecasts that week (including a tie).

The exhilarating "Identity" is the ultimate game of "who's who," where keen perception and instincts can lead to a top prize of $500,000. In each new game, one contestant faces 12 strangers and a list of 12 traits to identify them. The contestant picks a trait -- ranging anywhere from a profession to a shoe size -- and tries to match it with one of the 12 strangers.

The amount of money the contestant accumulates increases with each correctly identified stranger. If all 12 are matched up correctly, the player is rewarded with the grand prize of $500,000. "Identity" also offers viewers at home the chance to play the watch-and-win "Identity Challenge" for a chance at $10,000.

"Identity" is a production of Reveille. Ben Silverman and H.T. Owens ("Nashville Star," "Date My Mom") serve as executive producers along with Andrew Golder ("Win Ben Stein's Money," "Solitary") and Tim Puntillo ("Friend or Foe," "Fight for Fame"). Mark Koops and Chris Grant of Reveille serve as co-executive producers.

NBC Schedule Changes: Crossing Jordan moves to Wednesday at 9, DOND moves to Sunday at 9, bumping The Apprentice to 10.

http://www.thefutoncritic.com/news.aspx?id=20070216nbc01 (http://www.thefutoncritic.com/news.aspx?id=20070216nbc01)

WOW!

Wonder if The Apprentice ratings will sink even further? I'm actually liking this season more than last season.

Glad they are trying to save Crossing Jordan.

WOW!

Wonder if The Apprentice ratings will sink even further? I'm actually liking this season more than last season.

Glad they are trying to save Crossing Jordan.

The ratings have been horrible for The Apprentice. DOND should help it somewhat, but I think this is the last season anyway(since DOND will be stronger than Grease, the expectations will be higher too).

NBC saw mixed results for the premiere of “The Black Donnellys” last night. On the one hand, the show bettered last week’s rating for former timeslot occupant “Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip” by 35 percent. On the other, “Donnellys” showed an alarming dip in its second half and was nowhere near the rating “Studio 60” drew in its premiere last September.

“Donnellys” averaged a 3.5 adults 18-49 rating last night at 10 p.m., according to Nielsen overnights, up 35 percent over last week’s series-low 2.6 for “Studio 60.”

But that debut rating was partially inflated by runover from “Donnellys’” lead-in, “Heroes,” which ran to 10:03 p.m. last night. In its second half hour, the Irish mob drama dipped from a 4.1 to a 2.8, a decline of 32 percent.

Also, “Donnellys” was nowhere near the 5.0 that “Studio 60” averaged in its September debut, despite having a stronger lead-in. (“Heroes” debuted a week later.)

Not good.

From FutonCritic.com

NBC BETS ON RENEWING 'LAS VEGAS' FOR A FIFTH HIGH-ROLLING SEASON THROUGH 2007-08

BURBANK - February 27, 2007 - NBC has renewed its veteran drama series "Las Vegas" (Fridays, 9-10 p.m. ET) for a fifth high-rolling season through 2007-08, it was announced today by Kevin Reilly, President, NBC Entertainment.

"The cast and producers have consistently given us what we want from 'Las Vegas' - pure entertainment - and we're looking forward to another fun ride next season with the show," said Reilly.

This season, "Las Vegas" is averaging a 2.8 rating, 8 share in adults 18-49 and 9.0 million viewers, to rank #1 in the Friday 9-10 p.m. (ET) hour in 18-49. "Las Vegas" has generated an 8 percent gain versus NBC's year-ago non-sports rating in the time period.

From Gary Scott Thompson -- the writer of the hit film "The Fast and the Furious" -- "Las Vegas" is a fast-paced, sexy drama that follows an elite Las Vegas surveillance team charged with maintaining the security of one of "Sin City's" largest resorts and casinos.

"Las Vegas," currently in it's fourth season, stars James Caan ("The Godfather," "Misery"), Josh Duhamel ("All My Children"), Molly Sims (MTV's "Starsky and Hutch"), Nikki Cox ("Nikki"), James Lesure ("For Your Love") and Vanessa Marcil ("Beverly Hills, 90210").

Thompson serves as executive producer along with Gardner Stern (NBC's "Law & Order," "NYPD Blue"), Justin Falvey ("Rescue Me") Darryl Frank ("Rescue Me"), Matt Pyken ("Skin") and Kim Newton ("The X-Files") for this series from NBC Universal Television Studio and DreamWorks Television.

Jerry Springer is replacing Regis as the host of America's Got Talent! :eek: WTF?

http://www.thefutoncritic.com/news.aspx?id=20070305nbc02

:barf:

From Zap2it.com

30 Rock and Scrubs to switch timeslots...


Spring break for NBC's comedy "30 Rock" will be a little shorter than previously planned.

The first-year series was scheduled to go on a break for better than a month starting this week, in order to make room for new series "Andy Barker, P.I." Instead, though, "30 Rock," which stars Tina Fey and Alec Baldwin, will be back for a night of super-sized episodes on Thursday, April 5.

The following week, April 12, it will move up a half-hour to 9 p.m., where it will remain until ending its season April 26. The current occupant of the 9 p.m. slot, "Scrubs," will shift to 9:30 p.m. for a couple of weeks, then move back to 9 for back-to-back episodes on May 3.

For the super-sized night on April 5, NBC will feature a 40-minute episode of "The Office" at 8 p.m., followed by 35-minute editions of "30 Rock" at 8:40 and "Scrubs" at 9:15. A regular-sized "Andy Barker" will air at 9:50, and a repeat of "My Name Is Earl" will conclude the night at 10:20.

April 12 will also mark the return of "ER" from its post-February sweeps hiatus. It will have a run of six new episodes until the season finale in mid-May.

That is too confusing, I think. If they move Scrubs to 9:30, they should keep it there, not move it back to 9 a few weeks later.

The Black Donnellys is just a redux of Studio 60. Horrible numbers, and it had DOND as a lead-in(which is stronger than Heroes). ohno:

At 10 p.m., CBS' "CSI: Miami" rerun ruled the hour with a 9.4/16. "The Black Donnellys" lost a lot of its lead-in to finish at 4.4/7 on NBC. ABC's "What About Brian" came in at 3.4/6.

Next week Brian gets a huge lead-in too.

30 Rock has been renewed for next season.

The Black Donnellys is gone effective immediately. The Real Wedding Crashers takes over the slot in 2 weeks on April 23rd.

this is good news about 30 Rock

30 Rock has been renewed for next season.


YES. :woohoo:

I was flipping through a few weeks ago, and came across The Office. I have never seen the show before, but I know it`s on MANY critics top 10 lists. I can care less about what critics go by, but I decided I did want to see what the big fuss was all about. And....OMG! Absolutely hysterical!....I couldn't control myself, so last week, I started renting the DVDs (I'm currently half way through season 2), and this show is pure genius. I don't think I've ever laughed this much during a show, especially in recent years. The Class and How I Met Your Mother are great shows, but I haven't laughed my a$$ off during EVERY SINGLE episode, like I have with The Office. Awesome show (Troopolean, I should have taken your word that this is one of the absolute best shows on TV!). I sure will be watching it every week in the fall.

What's taking the place of The Black Donnellys this week?

And that's great that 30 Rock is picked up for next season. I don't watch it, but a few of my friends love it.

I was flipping through a few weeks ago, and came across The Office. I have never seen the show before, but I know it`s on MANY critics top 10 lists. I can care less about what critics go by, but I decided I did want to see what the big fuss was all about. And....OMG! Absolutely hysterical!....I couldn't control myself, so last week, I started renting the DVDs (I'm currently half way through season 2), and this show is pure genius. I don't think I've ever laughed this much during a show, especially in recent years. The Class and How I Met Your Mother are great shows, but I haven't laughed my a$$ off during EVERY SINGLE episode, like I have with The Office. Awesome show (Troopolean, I should have taken your word that this is one of the absolute best shows on TV!). I sure will be watching it every week in the fall.


And that's great that 30 Rock is picked up for next season. I don't watch it, but a few of my friends love it.

Well Robby, you know my love for Lost & Grey's Anatomy, and you know how much they have flip-flopped around as 1 and 2 on my top ten list so when The Office tops it you know its a great show...

And as a friend that watchs 30 Rock i advise you to start watching it, it could become the next office...

Well Robby, you know my love for Lost & Grey's Anatomy, and you know how much they have flip-flopped around as 1 and 2 on my top ten list so when The Office tops it you know its a great show...

And as a friend that watchs 30 Rock i advise you to start watching it, it could become the next office...
I can see Grey`s, but The Office currently tops Lost too? I must finish this set!!! LOL. Dwight K. Schrute is the man!!!

I've heard from a few others as well, that since I jumped on The Office bandwagon, I will probably love 30 Rock too. I`m going to take your word again Troop, and check it out on DVD (hoping it`s on DVD this summer/fall).

I can see Grey`s, but The Office currently tops Lost too? I must finish this set!!! LOL. Dwight K. Schrute is the man!!!

I've heard from a few others as well, that since I jumped on The Office bandwagon, I will probably love 30 Rock too. I`m going to take your word again Troop, and check it out on DVD (hoping it`s on DVD this summer/fall).

Grey's doesn't top Either, I am quite pissed with grey's right now over the fricken George izze situation...

#0 Rock is the same type of show but its also diffent but its good

Grey's doesn't top Either, I am quite pissed with grey's right now over the fricken George izze situation...

#0 Rock is the same type of show but its also diffent but its good
I knows Grey`s doesn't top. What I meant was, I can see The Office being better than Grey`s, but currently better than Lost too? (You know I haven't been enjoying Grey`s too much this whole season....)

I`ll be sure to check out 30 Rock. Does it use the same camera as The Office? It is amazing. The camera crew is almost it`s own character, lol. One of the main reasons I die laughing is the silent stares they all give each other at times, and then the camera zooms in, LMAO!....And I just have to say that The Offica has the best recurring cast (Stanley, Phyllis, Angela, Jan, etc).

The Real Wedding Crashers takes over the slot in 2 weeks on April 23rd.

That looks like such a stupid show....

NBC SPRINGS INTO SEASON'S FINAL STRETCH WITH THE CONCLUSION OF VOLUME ONE OF 'HEROES,' THE 100TH EPISODE OF 'DEAL OR NO DEAL,' TWO SUPER-SIZED COMEDY NIGHTS, AN 'SNL' PRIMETIME SPECIAL, 'ER' WEDDING AND GRIPPING SEASON FINALES
Published: April 19, 2007


Viewers Can "Laugh 'n' Sniff" Along With Super-Sized "Earl" and Spend an Hour at "The Office" Season Finale

Guest Stars Include Will Ferrell, Tina Fey, Mike Myers, Chris Rock, Sean Hayes, Neve Campbell, Marlee Matlin, Wendie Malick, Chris "Ludacris" Bridges, Malcolm McDowell, Jason Priestley, George Takei, Eric Roberts, Steven Weber, Keri Russell, Stacy Keach, Annabella Sciorra, Giovanni Ribisi, Kim Delaney, Kristy Swanson, Star Jones, Cynthia Watros, Christine Taylor, Vincent Spano, Tate Donovan, Harry Hamlin, Jeffrey Tambor, Jeremy Sisto, Dylan Walsh, Bill Bellamy, Fran Drescher, Roy Scheider, Rita Moreno, Rena Sofer, Tom Green, Shannon Elizabeth, Elaine Stritch, Judith Light, Stanley Tucci, Busy Phillips, Chris Parnell, Peter Bogdanovich, LisaGay Hamilton, Paul Rodriguez, Kurtwood Smith, Ana Gasteyer, Nancy Grace and Dog the Bounty Hunter, Among Others


BURBANK, Calif. – April 19, 2007 – NBC is energizing this year's May sweep with the eagerly anticipated conclusion of the first volume of "Heroes," the 100th episode of "Deal or No Deal," a "Saturday Night Live in the '90s" special, two nights of super-sized comedies, an "ER" wedding and riveting season finales. Viewers can also "Laugh 'n' Sniff" their way through the super-sized "My Name is Earl" and spend a full hour at "The Office" season finale.

Guest stars include Will Ferrell, Tina Fey, Mike Myers, Chris Rock, Sean Hayes, Neve Campbell, Marlee Matlin, Wendie Malick, Chris "Ludacris" Bridges, Malcolm McDowell, Jason Priestley, George Takei, Eric Roberts, Steven Weber, Keri Russell, Stacy Keach, Annabella Sciorra, Giovanni Ribisi, Kim Delaney, Kristy Swanson, Star Jones, Cynthia Watros, Christine Taylor, Vincent Spano, Tate Donovan, Harry Hamlin, Jeffrey Tambor, Jeremy Sisto, Dylan Walsh, Bill Bellamy, Fran Drescher, Roy Scheider, Rita Moreno, Rena Sofer, Tom Green, Shannon Elizabeth, Elaine Stritch, Judith Light, Stanley Tucci, Busy Phillips, Chris Parnell, Peter Bogdanovich, LisaGay Hamilton, Paul Rodriguez, Kurtwood Smith, Ana Gasteyer, Nancy Grace and Dog the Bounty Hunter.

Following are days, times (ET) and storyline information for April and May sweeps programs:

THURSDAY, APRIL 26

MY NAME IS EARL (8-8:30 p.m.)
"GED"

EARL GETS SCHOOLED IN FACTS OF LIFE -- After Earl (Jason Lee) gets rejected to apply for a credit card for not having a high school diploma, a job, or a real place to live, he decides he needs to take some big steps towards finally growing up. When Earl returns to school to re-learn everything he needs to know to take his GED, he finds out how hard it is for teachers when they have to deal with students like the one he used to be when he was a kid. Jaime Pressly, Ethan Suplee, Eddie Steeples and Nadine Velazquez also star.

THE OFFICE (8:30-9 p.m.)
"Product Recall"

UNPRINTABLE? AN OFFICE IN CRISIS -- The office is in crisis mode after a large shipment of Dunder Mifflin paper is accidentally sent out with an obscene watermark -- and Michael (Golden Globe winner Steve Carell) tries to manage the media with an impromptu press conference. Jim (John Krasinski) and Andy (Ed Helms) also attempt to calm the high school principal who has sent out prom invites on the affected stationery. Rainn Wilson, Jenna Fischer, B.J Novak, Phyllis Smith, Leslie David Baker, Mindy Kaling, Rashida Jones, Creed Bratton, Oscar Nunez, Angela Kinsey, Brian Baumgartner and Kate Flannery also star.

30 ROCK (9-9:30p.m.)
"Hiatus"

WITH THE END OF 'TGS' SEASON NEAR, LIZ AND THE CAST FACE DECISIONS THAT ROCK THE SHOW IN SEASON FINALE; EMMY WINNERS SEAN HAYES, ELAINE STRITCH AND CHRIS PARNELL GUEST-STAR -- As TGS' summer hiatus approaches, Liz (Tina Fey) deals with the difficulties of her long-distance relationship with Floyd (guest star Jason Sudeikis) while she enlists Kenneth's (Jack McBrayer) help in locating on-the-lam Tracy (Tracy Morgan). Meanwhile, Jack's (Alec Baldwin) impending marriage to Phoebe (guest star Emily Mortimer) brings his mother, Colleen Donaghy (Emmy Award-winning guest star Elaine Stritch, "Law & Order"), to town. Emmy winner Sean Hayes ("Will & Grace") and Chris Parnell (NBC "Saturday Night Live") also guest-star. Jane Krakowski, Keith Powell, Judah Friedlander, Lonny Ross, Katrina Bowden and Rachel Dratch also star.

SCRUBS (9:30-10 p.m.)
"My Turf War"

THREE'S A CROWD AS KERI RUSSELL GUEST-STARS -- J.D. (Zach Braff) feels a little left out when Eliot's (Sarah Chalke) wild sorority sister, Melody (guest star Keri Russell, "Mission: Impossible 3") comes to town. Not able to deal with being the third wheel he turns the girls against each other in the hopes that he will once again be Eliot's priority friend and, if he is lucky, that he might get to "mash" it with Melody. Meanwhile, Turk (Donald Faison) and Dr. Cox (John C. McGinley) go head-to-head when they disagree over whether or not a patient requested surgery is necessary. Elsewhere, Carla (Judy Reyes) discovers an unlikely ghost haunting pediatrics in an attempt to keep it clean. In the end one of Sacred Heart's own will be considering a marriage proposal. Ken Jenkins and Neil Flynn also star.

ER (10-11 p.m.)
"Lights Out"

TIME CRUNCH -- STACY KEACH AND ANNABELLA SCIORRA GUEST-STAR -- A busy E.R. is putting the pressure on Kovac (Goran Visnjic) to take care of the overflow of cases prior to being shut down for renovations. A lonely Sam (Linda Cardellini) befriends a terminally ill photojournalist (guest star Annabella Sciorra, NBC's "Law & Order: Criminal Intent") with a negative outlook. Pratt (Mekhi Phifer) gets a scare when his brother unexpectedly shows up in the E.R. Meanwhile, the tension between Gates (John Stamos) and his father (guest star Stacy Keach, "Prison Break") hits the ultimate boiling point. Maura Tierney, Shane West, Scott Grimes and Parminder Nagra also star.


FRIDAY, APRIL 27

IDENTITY (8-9 p.m.)
Episode #112

EXCITING GROUP OF 'STRANGERS' INVADE FRIDAY NIGHT -- NBC's hit game show welcomes contestants Johnnie McGee from Chicago, Illinois and Jennifer Anderson from Sylmar, California to test their perception and instincts for the chance to win a top prize of $500,000. The contestants face 12 strangers and a list of 12 traits to identify them - ranging from a mobster to a Dallas Cowboy Cheerleader. Emmy Award-winning comedian/magician Penn Jillette ("Penn & Teller") hosts.

RAINES (9-10 p.m.)
"Closure"

SEASON FINALE-- CLOSING THE BOOK AS CYNTHIA WATROS GUEST-STARS -- Raines discovers he had to do some major self-reflection when his ex-wife Sarah (guest star Cynthia Watros, "Lost") convinces him and Captain Lewis (Matt Craven) that her husband's death was not an accident. Dov Davidoff, Linda Park, Madeleine Stowe, Nicole Sullivan and Malik Yoba also star.

LAW & ORDER (10-11 p.m.)
"Fallout"

A RUSSIAN EMIGRÉ IS POISONED, AND WHAT FIRST APPEARS TO TERRORIST ACT TURNS INTO REVENGE PLOT -- Karl Rostov (guest star Michael Aronov) dies at the hospital after symptoms of severe stomach flu. The FBI agents are under the impression that they are dealing with terrorism until the medical examiner finds poisonous ricin in Rostov's body. As Detectives Ed Green (Jesse L. Martin) and Nina Cassady (Milena Govich) dig further a mystery surrounding Rostov's life is unraveled. S. Epatha Merkerson, Fred Dalton Thompson and Alana De La Garza also star.


SUNDAY, APRIL 29

NBC MOVIE OF THE WEEK (9-11 p.m.)
"Along Came Polly"

CARPE DIEM! -- Reuben Feffer (Ben Stiller, "Meet the Fockers"), a professional risk analyst, has always had his picture-perfect life planned out right down to the smallest detail. However, when his not-so-perfect new bride (Debra Messing, "Will & Grace") starts off the honeymoon getting a bit too close to a scuba-diving instructor (Hank Azaria), Reuben's world is turned upside-down. Reuben is down-and-out until he runs into former classmate Polly Prince (Jennifer Aniston, "Friends"). Polly's free spirited and "live by the moment" ways make Reuben re-evaluate his overly structured outlook. Philip Seymour Hoffman and Alec Baldwin (NBC's "30 Rock") also star.


MONDAY, APRIL 30

DEAL OR NO DEAL (8-9 p.m.)
"Episode # 264"

ACE TENNIS PLAYER RETURNS FOR A SECOND SET WITH THE BANKER AS SHE TRIES HER LUCK AT BECOMING A MILLIONAIRE -- Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck at becoming a millionaire. Tonight, spunky tennis ace Hayley Tucker of Nashville, Tennessee returns to take on the Banker for the game point when she plays for the top prize of $1 million in a high-energy match of nerves, instincts and raw intuition. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play at Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $10,000.

HEROES (9-10 p.m.)
"String Theory"

COME SEE WHAT HAPPENS IF THEY CAN'T SAVE THE WORLD -- Thrown five years in the future, Hiro (Golden Globe nominee Masi Oka) and Ando (James Kyson Lee) discover that people with extraordinary abilities are not only widely known about -- after the destruction of New York City and the deaths of millions -- but are being registered, imprisoned, hunted and even killed as "terrorists." As the president takes his first step towards a "final solution," the pair get swept up in what could be the "Heroes" final battle and encounter a range of new and darkly familiar faces. If they survive the experience, can they still get back to the present and save the world? Santiago Cabrera, Jack Coleman, Noah Gray-Cabey, Greg Grunberg, Ali Larter, Hayden Panettiere, Adrian Pasdar, Sendhil Ramamurthy, Leonard Roberts and Milo Ventimiglia also star. Stana Katic, Jimmy Jean-Louis and Zachary Quinto guest star.

THE REAL WEDDING CRASHERS (10-11 p.m.)
"Jennifer and Jay"

THE CAKES ARE FALLING--In this week's episode of "The Real Wedding Crashers," Jennifer and Jay from California are getting married. Each week, one wedding couple will team up with five crashers to create the most memorable wedding weekend their guests will never forget! The crashers pull off some of the most unbelievable pranks this week including a wedding cake catastrophe and a psychic experience for one bridesmaid. The wedding weekend will culminate in the end with the shocking reveal as the crashers admit to their pranks. Steve Byrne ("Comedy Central Presents"), Ben Gleib ("The Gleib Show"), Desi Lydic ("Pepper Dennis"), Catherine Reitman ("My Super Ex-Girlfriend), and Gareth Reynolds ("The Room") star as the "crashers."


TUESDAY, MAY 1

LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT (9-10 p.m.)
"Rocket Man"

MURDERED ASTRONAUT CASE UNCOVERS STEAMY AFFAIR AND MULTIPLE SUSPECTS; TATE DONOVAN AND AMY RYAN GUEST-STAR – Astronaut Commander Luke Nelson (guest star Tate Donovan) and Lieutenant Jessica Hart (guest star Kelly Sullivan) are in New York City to promote an upcoming shuttle launch when Hart winds up murdered in their hotel. Detectives Goren (Vincent D'Onofrio) and Eames (Kathryn Erbe) question an ex-boyfriend and jealous colleagues of Hart, who was set to be the youngest astronaut ever to go up in space. When Detectives learn that the married Nelson was having an affair with Hart, they realize many people were involved in covering up the dirty secret. Eric Bogosian also stars; Amy Ryan guest-stars.

LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT (10-11 p.m.)
"Florida"

DETECTIVE BENSON'S HALF-BROTHER HAS HER TORN BETWEEN FAMILY AND PROFESSIONAL DUTIES; KIM DELANEY AND VINCENT SPANO GUEST-STAR -- Detective Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) is called upon to help in an investigation regarding her brother Simon Marsden (guest star Michael Weston). She finds herself caught in the investigation of her brother between Police Captain Julia Millfield (guest star Kim Delaney, "NYPD Blue") and FBI Agent Porter (guest star Vincent Spano, "Texas Rangers"). Benson believes her brother is innocent, but this case is starting to threaten her career, as she digs deeper into the case she uncovers family secrets. Chris Meloni, Dann Florek, Diane Neal, Richard Belzer, Ice-T, B.D. Wong and Tamara Tunie also star.


WEDNESDAY, MAY 2

THANK GOD YOU'RE HERE (8-9 p.m.)
"Episode # 102"

TELEVISION'S MOST DANGEROUS COMEDY CHALLENGE -- "Thank God You're Here" showcases the improvisational skills of a group of four brave actors each week as they take on the high wire act of improv comedy. This week's guest stars include Tom Arnold ("Best Damn Sports Show Period"), Angela Kinsey (NBC's "The Office"), Fred Willard ("Best In Show") and Fran Drescher ("The Nanny," "Living With Fran"). The series is hosted by David Alan Grier ("In Living Color") and presided over by judge, Dave Foley ("NewsRadio," "Kids in the Hall").

CROSSING JORDAN (9-10 p.m.)
"Dead Again"

A SPECIAL DELIVERY -- A woman that has been presumed dead for the past six years actually has just died a few hours earlier and has caused Jordan (Jill Hennessy) and William Ivers (guest star Jeffrey Donovan) to team up on a peculiar case. Woody (Jerry O'Connell) and Bug (Ravi Kapoor) are called to help Lily (Kathryn Hahn) and Brandau (guest star Ethan Sandler) when the psychiatrist they have been seeing suddenly dies in front of them during their session. At first they all believe that it was a heart attack -- until they find a mysterious stab wound. Meanwhile, Lily suddenly goes into labor and the team helps her deliver. Steve Valentine also stars and Brooke Smith guest-stars.

MEDIUM (10-11 p.m.)
"Head Games"

PUZZLED THAT HER DREAMS ABOUT A MURDER, ALLISON IS UNABLE TO TURN TO HER TROUBLED HUSBAND JOE FOR ADVICE; NEVE CAMPBELL BEGINS THREE-EPISODE ARC AS ALLISON'S NEW FRIEND ALONG WITH JASON PRIESTLEY AS AN ACCUSED MURDERER -- In part one of a three-episode arc, Allison (Emmy winner Patricia Arquette) helps Devalos (Miguel Sandoval) convince the jury of a suspected killer's (Jason Priestly, "Beverly Hills, 90210") guilt in the murder of his wife, but Allison's dreams of the gruesome crime continue. Pushing aside her confusion, Allison makes a new friend in Debra (guest star Neve Campbell, "Scream"). Meanwhile, still deeply affected by a recent murder/hostage situation at work, Joe is unable to express his feelings to Allison, including his annoyance at the therapy sessions prescribed by the company. David Cubitt, Sofia Vassilieva, Maria Lark and Miranda Carabello also star.


THURSDAY, MAY 3

'NIGHT OF SUPER-SIZED COMEDIES'

MY NAME IS EARL (8-8:35 p.m.)
"Get a Real Job"

VIEWERS CAN LAUGH 'N' SNIFF THEIR WAY THROUGH THIS SUPER-SIZED EPISODE VIA UNIQUE INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCE -- A special "scented" insert card will be available on newsstands and to subscribers of TV Guide for viewers who want to "Laugh 'n' Sniff" their way through this episode of "My Name Is Earl." Play along and get a whiff of the action along with Earl (Jason Lee) and his cohorts. In this episode, Earl is faced with belated growing pains when he decides to get his first real job at an appliance store and his qualifications as a salesperson are questioned. Meanwhile, Joy (Jaime Pressly) makes yet another irrational decision when she dreads her upcoming trial. Eddie Steeples, Nadine Velazquez and Ethan Suplee also star.

THE OFFICE (8:35-9:19 p.m.)
"Women's Appreciation"

CAN'T LIVE WITH 'EM, CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT 'EM -- Outrage breaks out in the office after Phyllis (Phyllis Smith) gets an unexpected eyeful from a flasher while Michael (Golden Globe winner Steve Carell) makes some important personal decisions when he takes the women on a special outing. Meanwhile, Dwight (Rainn Wilson) and Andy (Ed Helms) work on catching the predator. John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, B.J. Novak, Melora Hardin, Leslie David Baker, Brian Baumgartner, Kate Flannery, Mindy Kaling, Angela Kinsey, Paul Lieberstein, Oscar Nunez and Creed Bratton also star.

SCRUBS (9:19-9:53 p.m.)
"My Cold Shower"

INDECENT PROPOSAL? KERI RUSSELL GUEST-STARS -- When Eliot's (Sarah Chalke) engagement ring doesn't fit, Keith (Travis Schuldt) agrees to a "re-do" in which the particular doctor plans her own engagement. Carla (Judy Reyes), Jordan (Christa Miller) and Eliot's sorority sister Melody (guest star Keri Russell, "Mission: Impossible 3") gather to help plan the surprise. Meanwhile, the men of Sacred Heart are suffering from too much talk and not enough action as J.D. (Zach Braff) continually gets shot down by Melody, Turk (Donald Faison) and Carla have not been intimate since their baby was born and Dr. Kelso's (Ken Jenkins) internet is down --resulting in a lot of cold showers. In the end J.D. realizes that he might still have feelings for Eliot. John C. McGinley and Neil Flynn also star.

ER (9:53-11 p.m.)
"I Don't"

LOVE IS IN THE AIR-- The entire E.R. is surprised when they arrive for the department dinner and find out that surprise nuptials are about to transpire. Ray (Shane West) can't seem to handle seeing Neela (Parminder Nagra) and Gates (John Stamos) together. The romantic atmosphere seems to bring everyone together. Goran Visnjic, Maura Tierney, Mekhi Phifer, Linda Cardellini and Scott Grimes also star.


FRIDAY, MAY 4

LAW & ORDER (10-11 p.m.)
"Captive"

MAN IS ACCUSED OF KIDNAPPING AND KILLING YOUNG BOYS -- Detectives Ed Green (Jesse L. Martin) and Nina Cassady (Milena Govich) are called in to investigate a high-profile case after a young boy is found dead on the side of the road, Green and Cassady are led to a former sex offender in the neighborhood and he turns them on to the suspect's car. As they continue to investigate there are some very puzzling pieces to the case that just don't add up. Sam Waterston, Alana De La Garza, S. Epatha Merkerson and Fred Dalton Thompson also star.


SUNDAY, MAY 6

DEAL OR NO DEAL (8-9 p.m.)
"Episode # 262"

'DEAL OR NO DEAL' 100th EPISODE - - BROOKS LEACH IS GIVEN A SECOND CHANCE IN A LIFETIME AS HE TRIES HIS LUCK AGAIN AT BECOMING A MILLIONAIRE -- In the series' 100th episode, Howie Mandel hosts this exhilarating hit game show of chance and odds where contestants try their luck at becoming a millionaire. Tonight, fun-loving entrepreneur Brooks Leach is surprised when Howie invites him to retry his luck at becoming a millionaire, and receives a special message from rocker Ozzy Osbourne. In addition, previous contestants fill the audience and cheer him on, and the stars send special congratulatory messages, including Jay Leno ("The Tonight Show with Jay Leno"), Regis Philbin, Jackie Chan, Celine Dion, and "Heroes" cast members Hayden Panettiere and Zachary Quinto. Viewers at home can also watch and play the "Play at Home Lucky Case Game" for a chance to win $10,000.

NBC SPECIAL (9-11 p.m.)
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE IN THE '90S: POP CULTURE NATION

LAUGHING ALL THE WAY WITH THE BEST OF 'SNL' THROUGH THE 1990S -- A star-studded look at "Saturday Night Live's" most recent past, following up the Emmy- nominated and critically praised previous installments from filmmaker Kenneth Bowser. The film focuses on the highs and lows of the 1990s with new and candid interviews with some of the biggest comedy stars today, including Dana Carvey, Will Ferrell, Tina Fey, Mike Myers and Chris Rock.


MONDAY, MAY 7

DEAL OR NO DEAL (8-9 p.m.)
TBA

HEROES (9-10 p.m.)
"The Hard Part"

AS NATHAN AND HIS FAMILY READY FOR THE ELECTION, MASI AND ANDO FACE THE HARD PART OF SAVING THE WORLD; ERIC ROBERTS AND RENA SOFER GUEST-STAR -- Now knowing what's at stake if they fail in their mission, Hiro (Golden Globe nominee Masi Oka) and Ando's (James Kyson Lee) determination to save the world is put to the test. Committed to the path, Nathan (Adrian Pasdar) takes some surprising steps to guarantee his election. Jessica (Ali Larter) and D.L. (Leonard Roberts) begin to learn how their family fits into Linderman's plans. Thompson (guest star Eric Roberts, "Less Than Perfect") brings someone new into his company's fold. With more and more blood on his hands, Sylar (guest star Zachary Quinto) visits his mom (guest star Ellen Greene). Santiago Cabrera, Jack Coleman, Noah Gray-Cabey, Greg Grunberg, Hayden Panettiere, Sendhil Ramamurthy and Milo Ventimiglia also star. Matthew John Armstrong, Justin Evans, Missy Peregrym, Cristine Rose, Rena Sofer ("24"), Adair Tishler, and Jackson Wurth guest-star.

THE REAL WEDDING CRASHERS (10-11 p.m.)
"Melissa and Eric"

WELL DONE -- Wedding couple Melissa and Eric Newstrand from Las Vegas, Nevada team up with five "crashers" to create the most memorable wedding weekend their guests will never forget. The crash team consists of five quick-thinking, hilarious improv performers who've made it their mission to pull off outrageous pranks including a tanning salon nightmare and an off-key wedding singer disaster. The weekend will culminate with a shocking reveal as the crashers admit to their pranks. Steve Byrne
("Comedy Central Presents"), Ben Gleib ("The Gleib Show"), Desi Lydic ("Pepper Dennis"), Catherine Reitman ("My Super Ex Girlfriend) and Gareth Reynolds ("The Room") star as the "crashers."


TUESDAY, MAY 8

LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT (9-10 p.m.)
"Bombshell"

FORMER STRIPPER-TURNED MODEL MYSTERIOUSLY DIES DAYS AFTER HER YOUNG SON MEETS THE SAME FATE; KRISTY SWANSON, DAVID CROSS AND PETER BOGDANOVICH GUEST-STAR -- When the son of Lorelei Mailer (guest star Kristy Swanson, "Buffy, the Vampire Slayer") -- famous stripper-turned-model and widow of a 90-year-old billionaire -- drops dead on a dance floor, Detectives Logan (Chris Noth) and Wheeler (Julianne Nicholson) question Lorelei and her companion Ronnie Chase (guest star David Cross). Just back from the hospital after having a baby girl, Lorelei is devastated by her son's death and mysteriously dies days later. Lawsuits over the family fortune make Ronnie an easy suspect -- but DNA results may have the last word. Director Peter Bogdanovich ("The Last Picture Show") also guest-stars. Eric Bogosian also stars.

LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT (10-11 p.m.)
"Annihilated"

A YOUNG WOMAN ENGAGED TO BE MARRIED IS RAPED AND MURDERED, AND HER FIANCE MAY HAVE BEEN TARGETED; DYLAN WALSH GUEST-STARS -- When Detectives Stabler (Chris Meloni) and Benson (Mariska Hargitay) speak to the girls grief-stricken parents they discover her fiancé, a CIA agent named Stephen Dashiell (guest star Dylan Walsh, "Nip/Tuck"), had been threatened by terrorists -- they believe this may have been a professional hit. Their difficult search for Dashiell leads them to a perfect suburban family - and then a tragedy - one that pushes Stabler to face new truths about his own family. Dann Florek, Richard Belzer, Diane Neal, B.D. Wong, and Tamara Tunie also star.


WEDNESDAY, MAY 9

THANK GOD YOU'RE HERE (8-9 p.m.)
"Episode # 104"

TELEVISION'S MOST DANGEROUS COMEDY CHALLENGE; PAUL RODRIGUEZ, KURTWOOD SMITH AND ANA GASTEYER GUEST STAR -- "Thank God You're Here" showcases the improvisational skills of a group of four brave actors each week as they take on the high wire challenge of improv comedy. This week's guest stars include Paul Rodriguez ("Ali"), Kurtwood Smith ("That 70's Show"), Ana Gasteyer ("Saturday Night Live") and Nicole Sullivan (NBC's "Raines," "Mad TV"). The series is hosted by David Alan Grier ("In Living Color") and presided over by judge, Dave Foley ("NewsRadio," "Kids in the Hall").

CROSSING JORDAN (9-10 p.m.)
"D.O.A."

EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED-When an odd man wanders into Woody's (Jerry O'Connell) office and claims there has been a murder, Woody and Jordan (Jill Hennessy) learn that the man is the one that was murdered. The man reveals that he was given a slow acting poison that will inevitably kill him. His only request is to find his missing daughter before he dies and Jordan and Woody agree to help. Nigel (Steve Valentine) and Kate (Brooke Smith) team up to solve the murder of two magicians that have seemingly killed each other. Bug (Ravi Kapoor) makes a decision that will change Lily's (Kathryn Hahn) and his lives.

MEDIUM (10-11 p.m.)
"Heads Will Roll"

LAWSUITS, BETRAYAL, MURDEROUS DREAMS -- AND 'DEAL OR NO DEAL'?; NEVE CAMPBELL, JASON PRIESTLEY AND HOWIE MANDEL GUEST-STAR IN THE SECOND OF A THREE-EPISODE ARC -- In part two, as the investigation of the awful murder of Walter Paxton's (guest star Jason Priestley, "Beverly Hills, 90210") wife continues, Allison ( Emmy winner Patricia Arquette) deliberates over how to help Devalos (Miguel Sandoval) and Scanlon (David Cubitt) catch a serial killer -- and if she should tell her new friend Debra (guest star Neve Campbell, "Scream") about her most recent disturbing dream. Meanwhile, still distraught over recent events at work, Joe (Jake Weber), debates taking part in a lawsuit against Aerodytech, the company he's been loyal to for so many years. Sofia Vassilieva, Maria Lark and Miranda Carabello also star.


THURSDAY, MAY 10

'NIGHT OF SUPER-SIZED COMEDIES'

MY NAME IS EARL (8-8:40 p.m.)
"The Trial"

IN SUPER-SIZED SEASON FINALE, TRIAL OF THE CENTURY; GIOVANNI RIBISI, CHRISTINE TAYLOR, MARLEE MATLIN AND DOG THE BOUNTY HUNTER GUEST-STAR -- Earl (Jason Lee) has it all -- a GED, a job, a new apartment - and now with his new, unlikely love interest, Earl is finally an adult. Nothing can stop Earl on his road to maturity...except, of course, Earl himself. Joy (Jaime Pressly), on the other hand, puts her future in the hands of the law as the trial finally arrives. Earl commits the ultimate good deed to help Joy, but ends up sacrificing everything. Oscar winner Marlee Matlin (NBC's "The West Wing") returns to guest-star as Joy's lawyer. Giovanni Ribisi ("Perfect Stranger") reprises his role as Ralph, Earl's best friend, and Christine Taylor ("Dodgeball," "Zoolander") returns as Alex, Earl's former love interest. Duane "Dog" Chapman ("Dog the Bounty Hunter") also makes a cameo as himself. It all comes down to the trial -- and Earl's shocking testimony. Ethan Suplee, Eddie Steeples and Nadine Velazquez also star.

THE OFFICE (8:40-9:20 p.m.)
"Beach Games"

LIFE'S A BEACH -- Michael (Golden Globe winner Steve Carell) is being considered for a position in corporate and has to recommend his replacement, but while the group expects a fun outing at Lake Scranton, Michael has planned a day of "Survivor"-like competitions to find his successor. Meanwhile, Pam (Jenna Fischer) is not asked to join in any of the activities and is forced to watch Jim (John Krasinski) and Karen (Rashida Jones) have fun together. Rainn Wilson, B.J. Novak, Angela Kinsey, Oscar Nunez, Kate Flannery, Phyllis Smith, Ed Helms, Paul Lieberstein, Mindy Kaling, Brian Baumgartner and Leslie David Baker also star.

SCRUBS (9:20-10:01 p.m.)
"My Conventional Wisdom"

UNEXPECTEDLY EXPECTING; ELIZABETH BANKS GUEST-STARS -- As Eliot (Sarah Chalke) begins to plan her wedding with Keith (Travis Schuldt), J.D. (Zach Braff) continues to question his true feelings for her. In an attempt to ease his best friend's mind Turk (Donald Faison) takes him to a surgeon's convention in Phoenix, but the plan backfires when J.D. runs into his ex-girlfriend Kim (guest star Elizabeth Banks, "The 40-Year-Old Virgin") and comes face to face with the unexpected. Meanwhile, Kelso (Ken Jenkins) and his cronies party it up at the convention while unknown to him, the Janitor (Neil Flynn) takes on the role of chief of medicine back at Sacred Heart. John C. McGinley and Judy Reyes also star.

ER (10:01-10:59 p.m.)
"Sea Change"

A CHANGE WILL DO YOU GOOD; STANLEY TUCCI GUEST-STARS -- Kovac (Goran Visnjic) and Abby (Maura Tierney) get used to their new roles as husband and wife while Hope (Busy Phillips) and Morris (Scott Grimes) enjoy the honeymoon suite. Pratt (Mekhi Phifer) hopes to change his womanizing ways as he tries to win over a new woman. Meanwhile, there's a new doctor (guest star Stanley Tucci, "The Devil Wears Prada") in the E.R. -- and he means business. Parminder Nagra and Linda Cardellini also star.


FRIDAY, MAY 11

LAW & ORDER (10-11 p.m.)
"Over Here"

TWO HOMELESS MEN ARE BEATEN TO DEATH, AND THEIR MURDERS MAY BE RELATED -- After two homeless men die within a day of each other, Detectives Ed Green (Jesse L. Martin) and Nina Cassady (Milena Govich) investigate a possible connection. The Detectives quickly learn that a nearby car dealership security camera caught a beating on tape -- one of them was one of the victims. As the investigation deepens, they learn one of the victims was in the Army in Iraq and one of the suspects was a soldier in Iraq -- an odd coincidence that may connect the deaths. Sam Waterston, S. Epatha Merkerson, Fred Dalton Thompson and Alana De La Garza also star.


SUNDAY, MAY 13

NBC MOVIE OF THE WEEK (8-10 p.m.)
"Shrek"

'SHREK' RULES AGAIN! -- In a strange and colorful land populated by fairy tale characters, an ogre named Shrek (voiced by Mike Myers) must go on a quest to rescue the fair princess Fiona (voiced by Cameron Diaz) from a dark tower guard by a dragon so that she can live happily ever after with the allegedly valiant Lord Farquaad (voiced by John Lithgow). Along for the adventure is Shrek's "noble steed" Donkey (voiced by Eddie Murphy), who battles alongside the ogre as he fights for the noblest of motives, to rid his beloved swamp from unwanted storybook creatures in the hopes of living a happy and completely lonely existence.


MONDAY, MAY 14

DEAL OR NO DEAL (8-9 p.m.)
TBA

HEROES (9-10 p.m.)
"Landslide"

AS LINDERMAN ARRIVES, NATHAN CONSIDERS THE COST TO WIN THE ELECTION; MALCOLM MCDOWELL, ERIC ROBERTS AND GEORGE TAKEI GUEST-STAR -- Poised to become a member of Congress and maybe more, Nathan (Adrian Pasdar) considers the cost to those he loves, along with his mother's (guest star Cristine Rose) advice and Linderman's (guest star Malcolm McDowell, "Entourage,""A Clockwork Orange") prophecy. As he prepares to face Sylar (guest star Zachary Quinto) to the death, Hiro (Golden Globe nominee Masi Oka) learns of his linage from his father (guest star George Takei, "Star Trek"). While various "heroes" fatefully arrive in New York City, Peter (Milo Ventimiglia) and Ted (Matthew John Armstrong) attempt to leave the city before the foretold explosion. H.R.G. (Jack Coleman) and Matt (Greg Grunberg) learn the surprising truth behind the tracking system used on people with special abilities. Santiago Cabrera, Noah Gray-Cabey, Ali Larter, Hayden Panettiere, Sendhil Ramamurthy and Leonard Roberts also star. Clea DuVall, Justin Evans, James Kyson Lee, Missy Peregrym, Eric Roberts, Rena Sofer, Adair Tishler and Jackson Wurth guest-star.

THE REAL WEDDING CRASHERS (10-11 p.m.)
"Denise and Steve"

AN ESCAPED CONVICT HOLDS UP THE CEREMONY-- Wedding couple Denise and Steve Jordan from Playa Del Rey, California team up with five "crashers" to create the most memorable wedding weekend their guests will never forget. The crash team consists of five quick thinking, hilarious improv performers who've made it their mission to pull off outrageous pranks including a monster truck incident and an escaped convict appearing during the wedding ceremony. The weekend will culminate with a shocking reveal as the crashers admit to their pranks. Steve Byrne ("Comedy Central Presents"), Ben Gleib ("The Gleib Show"), Desi Lydic ("Pepper Dennis"), Catherine Reitman ("My Super Ex-Girlfriend) and Gareth Reynolds ("The Room") star as the "crashers."


TUESDAY, MAY 15

LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT (9-10 p.m.)
"Endgame"

DEATH-ROW PRISONER LEADS DETECTIVES ON WILD CHASE OF UNSOLVED CASES THAT TURN PERSONAL; RITA MORENO, ROY SCHEIDER AND TONY GOLDWYN GUEST-STAR -- As death row prisoner Mark Ford Brady (guest star Roy Scheider, "Jaws") nears his end, he asks to see Detective Goren (Vincent D'Onofrio) in hopes to extend his sentence and leads him to hidden scrapbooks which chronicle unsolved cases and victims. When Detectives Eames (Kathryn Erbe) and Goren uncover the identities of the women and victims in Brady's scrapbooks, they come across a familiar picture -- Goren's mother, Frances (Oscar and Emmy Award-winning guest star Rita Moreno). Through the help of his brother, Frank (guest star Tony Goldwyn), Goren learns a troubling secret about his mother and deals with her numbered days. Eric Bogosian also stars.

LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT (10-11 p.m.)
"Pretend"

A TEENAGE BOY FOUND DEAD -- AND IT'S ALL ON TAPE - A teenage boy who is killed in what appears to be a play fight with his best friend turns out to be a victim of a not so innocent crime. The victim's best friend Scott Heston (guest star Michael Welch) shows up at the squad room with a video and claims he filmed the death. Detectives Benson (Mariska Hargitay) and Stabler (Chris Meloni) quickly figure out that there is more than meets the eye when the victim's alleged girlfriend arrives at the court to reveal a new twist to this case. Dann Florek, Richard Belzer, Diane Neal, B.D. Wong and Tamara Tunie also star.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 16

THANK GOD YOU'RE HERE (8-9 p.m.)
"Episode #106"

TELEVISION'S MOST DANGEROUS COMEDY CHALLENGE; JERRY SPRINGER, NEW HOST OF 'AMERICA'S GOT TALENT,' MAKES SURPRISE APPEARANCE -- "Thank God You're Here" showcases the improv skills of a group of four brave actors each week as they take on the high wire act known as improv comedy. This week's guest stars include Wendie Malick ("Big Day," "Just Shoot Me"), Bill Bellamy ("Last Comic Standing"), Eddie Kay Thomas ("Til Death," "American Pie) and Wayne Knight ("Seinfeld"). In addition, new "America's Got Talent" host Jerry Springer makes a surprise appearance. The series is hosted by David Alan Grier ("In Living Color") and presided over by judge Dave Foley ("NewsRadio," "Kids in the Hall").

CROSSING JORDAN (9-10 p.m.)
"Crash"

AN UNFORGETTABLE FLIGHT IN THE SEASON FINALE -- Kate Switzer (guest star Brooke Smith) is put in charge of forming a team to investigate what killed a ship full of people on the Norwegian Sea and enlists the help of the entire group of coroners. On their way back to Boston, the plane suddenly flies into an unexpected storm causing the plane to crash in the mountains. Woody (Jerry O'Connell) and Bug (Ravi Kapoor) set out on foot to try to get to the highest point and get a radio reception to signal for help, but hit a roadblock when they reach an impassable mountain. In order to stay warm and keep busy, Jordan (Jill Hennessy), Macy (Miguel Ferrer), Kate and Nigel (Steve Valentine) decided to do what they do best, autopsies. While they are trying to figure out what mysteriously killed these people, they all secretly wonder if they will be rescued. Kathryn Hahn also stars.

MEDIUM (10-11 p.m.)

SEASON FINALE -- GUEST STARS NEVE CAMPBELL AND JASON PRIESTLEY CONCLUDE THEIR THREE-EPISODE STORY ARC.

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THURSDAY, MAY 17

THE OFFICE (8-9 p.m.)
"The Job, Parts 1 & 2"

THE FINAL REVIEW IS ONE-HOUR SEASON FINALE -- In a special one-hour finale, the office is still buzzing from the events of their day at the beach. A job opening in Corporate pits coworker against coworker as Michael (Golden Globe winner Steve Carell), Jim (John Krasinski) and Karen (Rashida Jones) all head to New York for final interviews. In Scranton, Dwight's (Rainn Wilson) new regime institutes sweeping reforms, Pam (Jenna Fischer) plays an interesting role and Jan (Melora Hardin) comes in with exciting news. B.J. Novak, Ed Helms, Leslie David Baker, Kate Flannery, Angela Kinsey, Oscar Nunez, Phyllis Smith, Paul Lieberstein and Creed Bratton also star.

SCRUBS (9-10 p.m.)
"My Rabbit/ My Point of No Return"

TO BE OR NOT TO BE -- J.D. (ZACH BRAFF) AND ELIOT (SARAH CHALKE) CONTEMPLATE THEIR FUTURES IN THE ONE-HOUR SEASON FINALE OF "SCRUBS" -- ELIZABETH BANKS ("THE 40-YEAR OLD VIRGIN") GUEST STARS -- Father-to-be J.D. (Zach Braff) invites mother-to-be Kim (guest star Elizabeth Banks) to move in with him so that they can raise their child together. Elsewhere, Carla (Judy Reyes) helps bride-to-be Eliot (Sarah Chalke) plan for her upcoming wedding, while the Janitor (Neil Flynn) and the "Brain Trust" vow to make Keith (Travis Schuldt) the perfect husband-to-be. However, it doesn't seem meant to be when at the baptism for Dr. Cox's (John C. McGinley) daughter the father-to-be and the bride-to-be begin to contemplate the paths they have chosen and question whether or not they were the ones that were meant for each other all along. Elsewhere, Turk (Donald Faison) learns that life changes when you become a father. Ken Jenkins also stars.

ER (10-11 p.m.)
"The Honeymoon is Over"

THE HONEYMOON WILL HAVE TO WAIT-- STANLEY TUCCI ('THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA') GUEST-STARS IN ER CLIFFHANGER SEASON FINALE--Much to the chagrin of the county general staff, the new chief (guest star Stanley Tucci "The Devil Wears Prada") is ready to make some major changes in the E.R. Kovac (Goran Visnjic) puts his honeymoon on hold while he travels back to Croatia to be with his ailing father. Gates (John Stamos) is urgently called home when Sarah (Chloe Greenfield) panics that she might be taken away. Meanwhile, a patient convinces Neela to attend an anti-war rally and consquently finds her life in peril. Maura Tierney, Mekhi Phifer, Linda Cardellini, Shane West and Scott Grimes also star.


FRIDAY, MAY 18

LAW & ORDER (10-11 p.m.)
"The Family Hour"

A FORMER SENATOR'S EX-WIFE IS MURDERED, AND THE FAMILY'S DEEP SECRETS ARE REVEALED; HARRY HAMLIN, JEFFREY TAMBOR AND JEREMY SISTO GUEST-STAR -- The ex-wife of a prominent former senator Randall Bailey (guest star Harry Hamlin, "Veronica Mars") is found brutally murdered at home the night after a fundraiser she attended with her family. Although Bailey cooperates with Detectives Ed Green (Jesse L. Martin) and Nina Cassady (Milena Govich), they question his innocence, after finding him standing over another family member's dead body. His indictment for both murders turns the courtroom into a media circus as Bailey is represented by a slick and arrogant defense attorney Clint Glover (guest star Jeremy Sisto, "Kidnapped") and a flashy media hungry judge Barry Dilwynn (guest star Jeffrey Tambor, "Arrested Development"). S. Epatha Merkerson, Sam Waterston, Fred Dalton Thompson and Alana De La Garza also star.

SUNDAY, MAY 20

NBC MOVIE OF THE WEEK (8-11 p.m.)
"National Treasure"

OSCAR WINNER NICOLAS CAGE STARS IN TREASURE-HUNTING THRILLER -- Ben Gates (Oscar winner Nicolas Cage) is the descendent of a long line of treasure hunters, all seeking a war chest hidden by the Founding Fathers after the Revolutionary War. After getting word of a clue that could help him to finally be true to his family calling, Ben learns of a plan that could destroy the Declaration of Independence. National Archives curator Abigail Chase (Diane Kruger) gets caught in the crossfire and must learn to trust Ben in order to stay alive and save this precious government document. Sean Bean, Jon Voight and Christopher Plummer also star.


MONDAY, MAY 21

DEAL OR NO DEAL (8-9 p.m.)
TBA

HEROES (9-10 p.m.)
"How To Stop an Exploding Man"

HEROES RISE AND FALL IN THE SHOCKING SEASON FINALE WRITTEN BY EXECUTIVE PRODUCER/CREATOR TIM KRING AND DIRECTED BY EXECUTIVE PRODUCER ALLAN ARKUSH -- With Isaac's (Santiago Cabera) horrible predictions all unfolding before them, the everyday people with extraordinary abilities face moments of pain and peril in Kirby Plaza with unflinching heroism, as "Heroes" first volume comes to a close -- and the next surprisingly begins. Jack Coleman, Tawny Cypress, Noah Gray-Cabey, Greg Grunberg, Ali Larter, Masi Oka, Hayden Panettiere, Adrian Pasdar, Sendhil Ramamurthy, Leonard Roberts and Milo Ventimiglia also star. Clea DuVall, Lisa Lackey, James Kyson Lee, Missy Peregrym, Zachary Quinto, Richard Roundtree, George Takei and Adair Tishler guest-star.

THE REAL WEDDING CRASHERS (10-11 p.m.)
"Jina and Christian"

JACKPOT-- Wedding couple Jina and Christian Provensen from Burbank, California team up with five "crashers" to create the most memorable wedding weekend their guests will never forget. The crash team consists of five quick thinking, hilarious improv performers who've made it their mission to pull off outrageous pranks including a blackjack disaster and a run-in with federal agents. The weekend will culminate with a shocking reveal as the crashers admit to their pranks. Steve Byrne ("Comedy Central Presents"), Ben Gleib ("The Gleib Show"), Desi Lydic ("Pepper Dennis"), Catherine Reitman ("My Super Ex-Girlfriend) and Gareth Reynolds ("The Room") star as the "crashers."


TUESDAY, MAY 22

LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT (9-10 p.m.)
"Renewal"

POLICE RECRUIT FOUND MURDERED AFTER HEROIC SAVE WHILE DETECTIVE LOGAN GETS TOO CLOSE TO A CASE -- A police recruit named a hero after breaking up a bodega robbery is found murdered soon after. Detectives Logan (Chris Noth) and Wheeler (Julianne Nicholson) initially suspect it had something to do with the recruit's heroism, but discover his girlfriend has suddenly gone missing. Meanwhile, Detective Logan goes on a date with a pretty woman he met from his building, but gets too close to a case when she stands him up for the second date and is found dead nearby. Detective Wheeler is called abroad to oversee a past case she worked on while with the joint task force and Detective Eames (Kathryn Erbe) steps in to help out. Eric Bogosian also stars.

LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT (10-11 p.m.)
"Screwed"

CHRIS 'LUDACRIS' BRIDGES RETURNS IN THE STAR-STUDDED SEASON FINALE; STEVEN WEBER, VINCENT SPANO, JUDITH LIGHT AND LISAGAY HAMILTON ALSO GUEST-STAR WITH NANCY GRACE AND STAR JONES WHO APPEAR AS THEMSELVES – Chris "Ludacris" Bridges reprises his role as Detective Tutuola's (Ice-T) delinquent nephew, as does LisaGay Hamilton as the long-suffering mother, with special guest stars Nancy Grace and Star Jones playing themselves. In addition, new cast member Adam Beach, playing Detective Chester Lake, is reunited with Tutuola. Steven Weber (Wings"), Ernest Waddell, Vincent Spano, Judith Light ("Who's the Boss?") and Michael Weston also guest-star - Mariska Hargitay, Chris Meloni, Dann Florek, Diane Neal, Richard Belzer, Ice-T, B.D. Wong and Tamara Tunie also star.


WEDNESDAY, MAY 23

NBC SPECIAL (8-10 p.m.)
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE IN THE '90S: POP CULTURE NATION (REPEAT)

LAUGHING ALL THE WAY WITH THE BEST OF 'SNL' THROUGH THE 1990S --A star-studded look at "Saturday Night Live's" most recent past, following up the Emmy- nominated and critically praised previous installments from filmmaker Kenneth Bowser. The film focuses on the highs and lows of the 90s with new and candid interviews with some of the biggest comedy stars today including Dana Carvey, Will Ferrell, Tina Fey, Mike Myers and Chris Rock.

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