Raising Hope (8pm, Fox) - Virginia becomes an extreme couponer to stock up on supplies when she believes an apocalyptic prophecy from an ancient calendar, and encourages the whole family to get ready for the end of the world.

Santa Claus is Comin' to Town (8pm, ABC) - As I say each year: This is the highly informative stop-motion documentary of the actual true history of Santa Claus. Featuring the voices of Fred Astaire and Mickey Rooney, and starring Topper the Penguin, Winter Warlock and Burgermeister Meisterburger.

Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa (9pm, CW) - The Muppets unwittingly prevent three letters from reaching Santa Claus, so Kermit and his friends work to deliver the messages to the North Pole. Features Whoopi Goldberg, Nathan Lane, Uma Thurman, Jesse L. Martin and Jane Krakowski.

Happy Endings (9pm, ABC) - Jane and Alex's parents throw a big celebration to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the family mattress business, and Jane agonizes over coming up with an amusing toast to spring on her humorless dad. Meanwhile, Alex's parents are unaware that she and Dave have reunited.

Don't Trust the B in Apartment 23 (9:30pm, ABC) - James makes his debut on "Dancing with the Stars" in Los Angeles. While he's away, Chloe runs a scam out of his New York penthouse.

Parenthood (10pm, NBC) - Adam and Kristina weather a serious health scare, while Sarah feels torn between Mark and Hank. Also, Amber and Ryan encounter obstacles and Zeek tries to redeem a childhood hero.

Vegas (10pm, CBS) - Katherine takes a special interest in the investigation into the rape and murder of a showgirl at the Stargazer Casino, while back at the Savoy, Savino lands an influential high roller and hopes his notoriety will convince other high-stakes gamblers to visit.

Cuban Missile Crisis: Three Men Go to War (8pm, UNC-TV) - A documentary recalling the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis, when the U.S. and USSR squared off over secret Soviet missile bases in Cuba. The report details the actions of President John F. Kennedy, Soviet premier Nikita Khrushchev and Cuba's Fidel Castro during the 13-day stalemate.

Ben and Kate (8:30pm, Fox) - Kate wants Ben to be more prepared for emergencies, but he argues that he can't plan for everything. Meanwhile, Ben's ex-girlfriend visits and BJ falls for her boss.

Happy Endings (9pm, ABC) - In the Season 3 premiere, the rocky relationship between Alex and Dave is on-again, while an accident puts Penny in a full body cast and turns Max into her angel of Mercy -- until he gets an eyeful of her hunky physical therapist. Later, Brad tries to keep a secret from Jane.

Emily Owens, M.D. (9pm, CW) - Emily learns that the nurses don't like her when she is assigned a difficult case as revenge. Later, Emily considers using a secret she knows about the chief to get speedy approval on a procedure.

Don't Trust the B in Apartment 23 (9:30pm, ABC) - The second season begins with James Van Der Beek trying to organize a "Dawson's Creek" reunion, but he makes some shocking discoveries and encounters some stars from TV's past, including Busy Philipps, Mark-Paul Gosselaar and Frankie Muniz.

The New Normal (9:30pm, NBC) - David and Bryan conclude their baby needs godparents. Elsewhere, Bryan tries to connect with his Catholic roots by visiting church, where he receives unexpected advice.

Parenthood (10pm, NBC) - Kristina prepares for surgery and finds that Max has a class speech scheduled for the same day. Also, Drew isn't pleased that he and Sarah are moving in with Mark, and Ryan asks Amber out.

Vegas (10pm, CBS) - The investigation into the murder of a black maid reveals a connection to a prominent local businessman, while Savino's interest in investing in another casino piques the interest of the Milwaukee mob.

American Idol (8pm, Fox) - The winning singer -- Jessica Sanchez vs. Phillip Phillips -- is revealed. Performers tonight include Rihanna and Aerosmith. Also, last season's winner Scotty McCreery will also be in attendance.

The Middle (8pm, ABC) - In the third season finale, Mike's brother plans to get married at the Hecks' home, but he doesn't run the idea past them first.

Modern Family (9pm, ABC) - The Season 3 finale has Jay and Manny helping Lily get ready for a dance recital and Alex going to her first prom. Also, Haley announces her future plans, which come as a shock to her family.

Don't Trust the B in Apartment 23 (9:30pm, ABC) - This first short season ends with June desperately trying to keep pace with Chloe's hard-partying ways. And James is furious when he discovers that Dean Cain's "Dancing with the Stars" dressing room is larger than his.

Revenge (10pm, ABC) - In tonight's explosive season finale, Emily tackles the final stages of her plan while the Graysons continue to self-destruct. And from the looks of this photo from ABC, Emily and Nolan are going to have to get out of crazy mess at some point (glad to see Nolan is alive!).

Law & Order: SVU (10pm, NBC) - In the 13th season finale, an underage escort is murdered at an upper-crust bachelor party, and the detectives are cautioned to be discreet because of the names on guest list.

American Idol (8pm, Fox) - The final three singers each perform three songs and return to their hometowns to visit family, friends and fans.

Suburgatory (8:30pm, ABC) - In the first season finale (it's renewed!), Tessa feels left out when the town celebrates mothers day in the community. Meanwhile, an endangered-animal theme at the Lerners' baby shower draws a reaction from Eden.

Criminal Minds (9pm, CBS) - The 7th season ends with a two-hour episode in which a federal bank goes under attack and hostages are taken, including a BAU team member. Meanwhile, Emily Prentiss (Paget Brewster, far right) says goodbye.

Interior Therapy with Jeff Lewis (9pm, Bravo) - Jeff and Jenni provide a design makeover for comic Mark DeCarlo in the season 1 finale.

Don't Trust the B in Apartment 23 (9:30pm, ABC) - James freaks out when a sex tape of him and Chloe is leaked to the public because he fears how it will affect his status on "Dancing with the Stars."

Revenge (10pm, ABC) - A loss brings Emily and Jack closer, and Victoria's newest collaboration causes trouble for Conrad.

Law & Order: SVU (10pm, NBC) - Police dive into an underground world of self-mutiliation and ritual amputation while searching for a missing woman.

Criminal Minds (9pm, CBS) - Divining Rod: A copycat killer emerges in an Oklahoma town after a serial murderer is executed in the state. Meanwhile, Prentiss is anxious over a major real-estate purchase.

Rock Center (9pm, NBC) - President Barack Obama and his national security and military teams detail the May 2, 2011, operation that targeted Osama bin Laden in a segment that goes inside the secretive Situation Room in the White House.

Don't Trust the B in Apartment 23 (9:30pm, ABC) - June is devastated when she receives a wedding invitation addressed to her and her ex-fiancé, so Chloe tries to bolster her confidence—and does too good a job. Excellent Kevin Sorbo cameo.

America Revealed: Made in the USA (10pm, UNC-TV) - In tonight's finale, Yul Kwon (right) explores the American manufacturing machine, which is morphing from a system reliant upon traditional raw materials to one in which the raw materials are ideas and information. Included: workers who make iconic products; engineers who are retooling the auto industry; and engineers who are rethinking the microchip. Also: A start-up that is creating personalized robots(!!).

Revenge (10pm, ABC) - A newly discovered photo of David gives Emily new clues. Meanwhile, Grayson Global undergoes an investigation by the SEC, and the press get hostile in anticipation of Daniel's expected release.

White Chapel (10pm, BBC America) - Season 3 ends with Miles and Chandler clashing over the direction of the investigation as the body count rises.

Total Blackout (10pm, Syfy) - The players must identify items by scent and do their best not to disturb a sleeping critter. Also, animals are arranged according to their place in the food chain.

The Ellen DeGeneres Show (4pm, NBC) - Watch 14-year-old Jake Foushee from Mebane wow Ellen with his deep-voiced impressions today. First, read more about Jake and his internet fame.

American Idol (8pm, Fox) - The contestants perform Queen songs and Queen members Brian May and Roger Taylor are special guests.

Nova: Secrets of the Sun (9pm, UNC-TV) - Examining the sun, which is 27 million degrees Fahrenheit at its core. Included, spacecraft- and Earth-based telescopes that enable scientists to glean information about how the sun works.

Don't Trust the B in Apartment 23 (9:30pm, ABC) - June lands a demanding internship on top of her job, and then must clean up a mess from one of Chloe's half-baked ideas. Meanwhile, James Van Der Beek is thrilled to be cast in a body-switching film opposite Kiernan Shipka, who plays Sally Draper on "Mad Men."

Revenge (10pm, ABC) - Emily uncovers the identity of her father's killer. Also, while Declan testifies in court, jeopardizing his romance with a fragile Charlotte.

Law & Order: SVU (10pm, NBC) - A reporter and a vigilante group criticize the police for not finding a rapist on the loose in West SoHo, and the detectives keep hitting dead ends until one of the vigilante members is assaulted.

Nova: Why Ships Sink (9pm, UNC-TV) - The safety of cruise ships is investigated, including the 2012 sinking of the Costa Concordia off the coast of Italy, the 2007 sinking of the Sea Diamond near the Greek island of Santorini, and the 1991 sinking of the Oceanos off the coast of South Africa.

Modern Family (9pm, ABC) - Claire helps Luke face the death of an older neighbor and Phil and Alex have a father-daughter bonding experience. Also, Cameron's father visits.

Don't Trust the B in Apartment 23 (9:30pm, ABC) - June reluctantly agrees to let Chloe set her up on a date, and James Van Der Beek teaches an acting class. If you were on the fence after Episode 1, watch this one before you give up.

Revenge (10pm, ABC) - After a long break, "Revenge" is back! Tonight, Daniel's imprisonment sends Victoria to depths that no one thought possible, but an old beau unexpectedly reenters her life to provide a destructive but welcome distraction. Elsewhere, Jack's quest to locate Amanda takes on an added urgency when he becomes a murder suspect. That Hamptons jail is going to get crowded...

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (10pm, NBC) - A man witnesses his wife's rape and kidnapping while video chatting with her on his way home from a business trip. The abductors seek a ransom, and the case grows more complicated as the detectives probe deeper. Chloe Sevigny guest stars.

American Weed (10pm, NGC) - A cancer patient who uses medical marijuana to deal with health problems is profiled. Meanwhile, the only dispensary in Castle Rock, Colorado, is at risk of being shut down.

Nova: Deadliest Tornadoes (9pm, UNC-TV) - A look at the science behind the April 2011 tornado outbreak in the U.S., which saw more than 360 people killed from hundreds of twisters.

Modern Family (9pm, ABC) - All ABC comedies are back tonight. It's election day on "Modern Family," so the Dunphys are all campaigning and Claire has technical problems during last-minute interviews. Be sure to stay tuned for ...

Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23 (9:30pm, ABC) - A very funny new sitcom about an optimistic girl from the midwest who moves to New York and finds herself a roommates who "has the morals of a pirate." The best part (and there are many wonderful parts) is the evil roomie's best friend is James Van Der Beek, playing himself. Check out my review.

Law & Order: SVU (10pm, NBC) - A closed rape case of Benson's is reopened because of its similarities to a new case, and the possibility of wrongful imprisonment surfaces. As Benson's work is questioned, tension develops between her, ADA Haden and Bayard Ellis.

CSI (10pm, CBS) - A man Nick helped  put in prison gets his conviction overturned and will be released, unless the CSIs can uncover new evidence to prove he is guilty.

Psych (10pm, USA) - In the Season 6 finale, Gus and Henry reopen a murder investigation when the victim's body finally surfaces after 20 years.  

Revenge (10pm, ABC) - There's no new "Revenge" tonight, but there is a recap special.

ABC's newest comedy, "Don't Trust the B in Apartment 23," would be pretty hilarious even without the incredible self-parody from James Van Der Beek, but The Beek from the Creek is a revelation here. He is an unexpected joy in flannel.

In "Don't Trust the B" (I don't have to explain to you what the "B" stands for, do I?), a naive woman moves from the Midwest to New York City to start a promising career in the financial sector, but when everything falls apart (pretty much as soon as she arrives in the city), June (Dreama Walker) can either retreat in defeat or stay and conquer the big city on her own.

June decides to stay and conquer, and the first step in starting her new life is finding an apartment and a roommate. Unfortunately, she falls in BFF-love with Chloe (Krysten Ritter), whose scam is collecting "first and last month plus security" from trusting roommates and then turning full-blown "B" to scare them off. And I'm not talking about leaving the milk on the counter and playing the stereo too loud. Chloe's tactics are evil and over-the-top and hilarious.