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What to Watch on Friday: Tears will be shed in the 'Fringe' series finale

Undercover Boss (8pm, CBS) - Moe's Southwest Grill president Paul Damico gets a big old "Welcome to Moe's!" when he goes undercover at his company.

Fringe (8pm, Fox) - In the two-hour series finale, a dangerous mission for Olivia precedes the Fringe team's final battle against the Observers, with the fate of mankind at stake. Will Walter sacrifice himself to save the world? Will Peter and Olivia be reunited with their daughter? I hear hankies may be in order.

Nikita (8pm, CW) - Birkhoff reveals the identity of Amanda's mole to Nikita, while Michael confronts Alex about her drug use.

Great Performances at the Met: L'Elisir d'Amore (9pm, UNC-TV) - Season 7 opens with Gaetano Donizetti's comic opera "L'Elisir d'Amore," about a peasant who wins the heart of a beautiful farm owner with the help of a love potion he purchased from a quack doctor.

CSI: NY (9pm, CBS) - The CSIs investigate the link, if any, between a skyscraper with a notorious history and a masked man found dead at the bottom of it. Meanwhile, Jo runs into a stranger who has a connection to her past.

Oprah's Next Chapter (9:30pm, OWN) - The second part of OprahW Winfrey's exclusive interview with Lance Armstrong.

What to Watch on Friday: Walter delves deeper into mysteries on 'Fringe'

Malibu Country (8:30pm, ABC) - After agreeing to host Kim's baby shower, Reba puts her foot in her mouth when she unknowingly gets caught on video saying some unkind things about the honoree.

Fringe (9pm, Fox) - Walter goes into the deprivation tank with the goal of learning more about the mysterious figure called Donald. Meanwhile, Capt. Windmark sets out on a crucial mission.

CSI: NY (9pm, CBS) - An off-duty police officer is killed during a robbery and the CSIs use the art of interrogation to break down the suspects and get the truth.

Shark Tank (9pm, ABC) - A pair of engineers demonstrate a capsule that can keep liquids hot for a longer period of time, and a mom has an idea for cleaning stuffed toys. Also, an update on a jewelry business from Season 3.

Banshee (10pm, Cinemax) - The series premiere of this new crime drama, which is filmed in Charlotte, an ex-con assumes the identity of a lawman in a small Amish town called Banshee. Upon arriving there, the sheriff has a run-in with an Amish gardener, while keeping a watchful eye out for the New York mob czar he once double-crossed.

Blue Bloods (10pm, CBS) - Jamie experiences grief following an incident at work. Elsewhere, Mayor Poole takes the witness stand in a case Erin is prosecuting.

What to Watch on Friday: Scotty McCreery spends 'Christmas in Washington'

The Happy Elf (8pm, CW) - An animated musical scored and narrated by Harry Connick Jr. tells the story of Eubie, a jubilant elf who makes it his Christmas Eve mission to save the children of the aptly named Bluesville from another disappointing, Santa-less holiday.

Christmas in Washington (8pm, TNT) - Conan O'Brien hosts the 31st annual holiday gala from the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C., which was recorded on December 9. Performers include Scotty McCreery (in a suit!), Diana Ross, Demi Lovato, Megan Hilty, Chris Mann and Psy. Attendees include the president and the first lady.

Michael Buble: Home for the Holidays (8pm, NBC) - This Christmas special debuted a week or so ago, but it's worth catching if you missed (and if you like Buble). Features Rod Stewart, Blake Shelton and Carly Rae Jepsen. "White House Christmas: First Families Remember" also repeats tonight right after Buble.

Back to the Beginning with Christiane Amanpour (9pm, ABC) - In the first of a two-part series, Christiane Amanpour explores Biblical stories and places in the Middle East to investigate the origins of many of the world's religions.

Fringe (9pm, Fox) - The team call on Nina Sharp to help devise a plan to defeat the Observers, but time is running out in their quest to save the world.

What to Watch on Friday: 'Rudolph' guides a night of Christmas programming

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (8pm, CBS) - Another showing of "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer," which is the longest-running Christmas special on television. The 1964 classic is narrated by Burl Ives and features the music of Johnny Marks. "Rudolph" is followed by "Yes, Virginia" and "The Elf on the Shelf: An Elf's Story."

Prancer Returns (8pm, CW) - A 2001 film in which a local legend involving one of Santa's reindeer leads an 8-year-old boy to believe that a lost calf is the son of Prancer. Stars John Corbett and Jack Palance.

Disney's A Christmas Carol (8pm, Disney) - In this 2009 adaptation, Jim Carrey plays Ebenezer Scrooge, as well as the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future.

Malibu Country (8:30pm, ABC) - Reba is upset when she learns that Kim has been chosen over her to sing a solo at the church Christmas service. Meanwhile, June undergoes a crisis of faith and informs Cash that she has doubts about her religion.

Fringe (9pm, Fox) - Walter uses an LSD experience to jog his memory about a plan to beat the Observers. Also, Peter and Olivia follow a strange signal into the forest, but the trail leads to a shocking scene.

What to Watch on Friday: A speakeasy murder on 'CSI: New York'

Nikita (8pm, CW) - Nikita and Michael capture an arms dealer and use him for bait in an attempt to catch Amanda. Meanwhile, Birkhoff searches for Amanda's mole.

Adrift: 47 Days with Sharks (9pm, Animal Planet) - The story of U.S. soldiers in shark-infested waters is chronicled.

CSI: NY (9pm, CBS) - The owner of a 1920s-inspired speakeasy is murdered (in a Christmas tree lot, apparently) and $10,000 is stolen. Meanwhile, Adam spends his day off in a surprising way.

Fringe (9pm, FX) - Peter's observation of Windmark puts him in grave danger. Also, Olivia goes on a mission to find equipment for Walter, and meets a woman with remarkable intuition.

Hunted (10pm, Cinemax) - In the Season 1 finale, Sam's cover is blown, and Jack Turner resolves what to do about the evidence he's gathered, leaving Sam and the Byzantium team scrambling to stop him.

The Dead Files (10pm, Travel) - Paranormal investigators Steve and Amy visit the Victor R. Small House in Clinton, N.C., a historic home long believed to be haunted. While there, Steve finds evidence of a suicide and Amy becomes mysteriously ill.

Blue Bloods (10pm, CBS) - Linda overhears a shooting victim talking to his priest about a case Danny is investigating. Elsewhere, Henry gets mugged and Jamie vehemently pursues the attacker.

What to Watch on Friday: Rapper Travie McCoy teams with Reba on 'Malibu Country'

Undercover Boss (8pm, CBS) - Kat Cole, the president of Cinnabon, works undercover at her own company.
Malibu Country (8:30pm, ABC) - Reba is ecstatic when she learns one of her songs is to be recorded, but her joy is short-lived when she hears it's to be sung by rapper Travie McCoy (as himself). Meanwhile, Lillie Mae has a secret admirer, and Cash tries to downplay his Southern accent in an effort to fit in with his California classmates.

Fringe (9pm, Fox) - A Fringe event is created by a member of the team as the rebellion reaches a new level of intensity.

Raised Wild (9pm, Animal Planet) - In this series, British anthropologist Mary-Ann Ochota investigates cases of children who were reared without human contact. The first installment features a Ugandan man who sought sanctuary with vervet monkeys after his mother died when he was young.

Grimm (9pm, NBC) - In what NBC is calling the show's "fall finale," Adalind returns to Portland seeking revenge, specifically targeting Nick, Hank and Juliette. Meanwhile, Capt. Renard's obsession grows, and Monroe gets a surprise at the spice shop.

We Will Always Love You: A Grammy Salute to Whitney Houston (10pm, CBS) - Highlights from Whitney Houston's career are featured in a celebration of her life that also includes performances by Celine Dion, Jennifer Hudson, Usher, CeCe Winans and Yolanda Adams.

What to Watch on Friday: Chef Ramsay takes 'Kitchen Nightmares' to Brooklyn

Kitchen Nightmares (8pm, Fox) - Chef Gordon Ramsay visits Mama Maria's, an Italian restaurant and pizzeria in Brooklyn where the exhausted owner has lost control of the staff and the food he serves.

Malibu Country (8:30pm, ABC) - A tabloid rumor about her ex's new romance spurs Reba to entertain the notion of meeting men, so she accepts an offer to go on a blind date.

Shark Tank (9pm, ABC) - Comedy writer Bruce Vilanch helps pitch an idea for a virtual classroom designed to teach technology to baby boomers.

Fringe (9pm, Fox) - A team member assumes a new role, while Walter searches for a vital object to help in the fight against the Observers.

Grimm (9pm, NBC) - Hank's newfound knowledge of the Wesen world leads him to question an arret he made earlier in his career. Also, Monroe deals with an unexpected situation at the spice shop.

Real Time with Bill Maher (10pm, HBO) - Maher's first post-election show feature guests James Carville, S.E. Cupp, Andrew Sullivan and Samuel L. Jackson.

Blue Bloods (10pm, CBS) - Danny learns about voodoo while investigating a stabbing committed by someone in costume on Halloween. Meanwhile, Garrett reveals a deep secret to Frank, and Erin and Nicky take Danny's sons trick-or-treating.

What to Watch on Friday: 'Mockingbird Lane' a rebooted 'Munsters' on NBC

Shark Tank (8pm, ABC) - An emotional pitch by a stylist from Santa Monica, who started her own slip business. Also, a Denver couple try to sell the sharks on their frozen yogurt for dogs.

Kitchen Nightmares (8pm, Fox) - In the Season 6 premiere, Chef Gordon Ramsay visits La Galleria 33, an Italian restaurant run by two sisters in Boston's North End, to help the owners improve their bland menu, reverse a dire financial situation, and mend broken relationships with staff and customers.

Mockingbird Lane (8pm, NBC) - This revamp of the mid-1960s series "The Munsters" was supposed to be a new series, but it's not likely that NBC will pick it up for a series run. Instead, the pilot airing tonight is being sold as a Halloween special. It stars Jerry O'Connell as Herman, Portia De Rossi as Lilly and Grandpa is played by Eddie Izzard. The show is by Bryan Fuller, who gave us "Wonderfalls" and "Pushing Daisies," so even though I've heard bad things about it, I have to check it out for myself.

20/20: All Access Nashville with Katie Couric (9pm, ABC) - Katie Couric interviews Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert, Luke Bryan, Martina McBride and Jason Aldean.

Fringe (9pm, Fox) - The Fringe team wonder if a recently surfaced Broyles can be trusted when they find themselves in hostile territory.

Nikita (9pm, CW) - Nikita tries to rescue a brainwashed girl before she can detonate a bomb aimed at a high-level target.

Blue Bloods (10pm, CBS) - A detective gets abducted shortly after getting an award for his undercover work in Malaysia, so Frank has Danny search for the Malaysian drug lord who's holding the detective hostage.

What to Watch on Friday: Monroe in danger on 'Grimm'

Shark Tank (8pm, ABC) - A Tampa man and his pregnant wife serve their famous chicken dip to the sharks, and an injured NFL athlete has an idea for a spring-loaded laundry hamper. Also, a follow-up from a Season 3 customized cruiser bike business.

Grimm (9pm, NBC) - Monroe's old flame Angelina returns with a warning that he may be in danger due to his continuing alliance with Nick. Meanwhile, Hank expands his Wesen knowledge while working with Nick to protect Monroe (Silas Weir Mitchell, left).

Fringe (9pm, Fox) - Members of the Fringe team go to Walter's former lab at Harvard looking for crucial information that could aid their current rebellion against the Observer overlords.

Boss (9pm, Starz) - Kane reluctantly enters an alliance with a longtime foe on the City Council, but he soon realizes that more serious measures must be undertaken to stave off bankruptcy.

Blue Bloods (10pm, CBS) - A woman recants a domestic abuse claim, but Danny and Jackie continue to investigate the situation. Soon they uncover the woman's secret affair with a powerful politician who is friends with Frank. Meanwhile, Linda returns to the workforce, causing chaos at home.

Haven (10pm, Syfy) - A Boston cop connects a murder in Haven to similar crimes, leading Audrey and Nathan to suspect they are dealing with a killer who is harvesting organs.

What to Watch on Friday: 'Blue Bloods' finale and new blood from USA

Who Do You Think You Are (8pm, NBC) - Jason Sudeikis ("Saturday Night Live") mines for information about his father's family history.

The Finder (8pm, Fox) - In the season (and series) finale, Walter's older brother asks him to visit their dying father, whose last wish is for his son to use his gift to find the love his life, their mother.

Fringe (9pm, Fox) - In the conclusion of the two-part Season 4 finale, the Fringe team is desperate to prevent a catastrophic event that could cause mass death and destruction.

CSI: NY (9pm, CBS) - Season 8 concludes with Mac fighting for his life after being shot while the CSIs search for the shooter.

Blue Bloods (10pm, CBS) - The second season concludes with Frank (Tom Selleck) attempting to stop a biological-weapons attack on the city, while trying to keep it a secret from his family on Mother's Day. Meanwhile, a long-standing conflict between Danny and Jamie comes to a head.

Common Law (10pm, USA) - In the premiere episode of a  new series, odd-couple detectives Wes and Travis begin couples therapy on their New Age captain's orders in an attempt to salvage their crumbling partnership. Adrienne says it's kind of blah -- here's her full review.

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