Monday, October 5
The CBS comedy line-up is strong tonight.
Accidentally On Purpose
CBS
8:30–9:00 p.m.
Conveniently, Jenna Elfman doesn’t have to hide her real life pregnancy in this new sitcom about a woman having a baby with a much younger man.
Inventing LA: The Chandlers and Their Times
PBS
9:00–11:00 p.m.
This documentary traces the history of the Los Angeles Times and the Chandler family who has been behind its success for over forty years. Liev Schreiber narrates.
Tuesday, October 6
Over 28 million viewers tuned into the premiere of “NCIS.” Let’s see if week two keeps up the same pace.
NCIS
CBS
8:00–9:00 p.m.
The team investigates the death of a blogger who believed NCIS mishandled an investigation.
Kings Ransom
ESPN
8:00–9:00 p.m.
“Kings Ransom” kicks off a new ESPN series, “30 for 30,” which challenged 30 filmmakers, including John Singleton and Barry Levinson, to create short movies based on a sporting event. Peter Berg’s entry, “Kings Ransom,” recounts Wayne Gretzky’s 1998 trade to Los Angeles.
Wednesday, October 7
Have any favorites on “So You Think You Can Dance” yet?
So You Think You Can Dance
FOX
8:00–9:00 p.m.
After a couple of weeks of auditions, the Las Vegas round begins.
Law & Order: Special Victim’s Unit
NBC
9:00–10:00 p.m.
Stephen Rea guest stars as an ex-convict who is the main suspect in a missing person’s case.
Top Chef: Las Vegas
Bravo
10:00–11:00 p.m.
The chefs’ luck on the slot machines determines ingredients for the quick fire challenge. For elimination, they must prepare a dinner for a group of distinguished chefs.
Thursday, October 8
The much-hyped “Office” wedding is here.
Survivor: Samoa
CBS
8:00–9:00 p.m.
Samoa is filled with its share of villains, including the despicable Russell. Will Ben’s departure last week shake things up for him? Maybe Jaison will emerge as a leader after his performance at Tribal Council.
The Office
NBC
9:00–10:00 p.m.
Dunder Mifflin heads to Niagara Falls to celebrate Jim and Pam’s wedding. Michael, Dwight, and Andy hope they meet some women at the festivities.
Friday, October 9
How about an alternative to “The Biggest Loser?”
Medium
CBS
9:00–10:00 p.m.
Allison investigates the sudden death of her friend, guest star Martha Plimpton.
DietTribe
ABC
9:00–10:00 p.m.
The second season kicked off last week with five women trying to get fit in 120 days. The five ladies include sisters, Stephanie and Tiffany, who both gained back most of their weight following gastric bypass surgery.
Weekend, October 10-11
It’s a mixed bag for the weekend.
Saturday, October 10
What Went Down: Pearl Harbor
History
8:00–9:00 p.m.
A historian and a team of producers re-create Pearl Harbor, piecing together the day’s events through interviews with survivors, site visits, and computer animation.
Graham Norton Show
BBC
10:00–11:00 p.m.
Funny guy, Ricky Gervais, visits in the sixth season opener along with the Osbournes and Olivia Newton-John.
Wanda Sykes: I’ma Be Me
HBO
10:00–11:30 p.m.
Skyes returns to HBO in her second comedy event taped in August at Washington DC’s Warner theater.
Sunday, October 11
Drop Dead Diva
Lifetime
9:00–10:00 p.m.
In the season finale, Jane tries to forget about Grayson and also gets a surprise visit from her past.
Three Rivers
CBS
10:00–11:00 p.m.
“Three Rivers” is a new series that depicts the drama at a hospital specializing in organ transplants. In the second episode, the team tries to save a college student in need of a double lung transplant.
