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What to Watch on Tuesday: Seasons end for 'NCIS,' 'Private Practice'

90210 (8pm, CW) - In the Season 4 finale, Naomi decides to move to New York for a job and Teddy comes back to town.

NCIS (8pm, CBS) - The ninth season ends with terrorism shaking the foundations of the Navy and NCIS, devastating Gibbs and his team.

Cougar Town (8pm, ABC) - Two new back-to-back episodes of "Cougar Town" this week (I have the feeling ABC is burning them off and can't get the show over to TBS fast enough). In the first, hurricane damage to Grayson's place forces him to move in with Jules. In the second, the crew holds Thanksgiving in the spring (because they missed it in the fall) and there's an incident involving Big Carl.

NCIS: LA (9pm, CBS) - In a two-hour season finale, Callen (Chris O'Donnell, right) and the NCIS team confront their vengeful adversary, the Chameleon, when an undercover case ignites a deadly mind game orchestrated by the criminal mastermind.

Fashion Star (10pm, NBC) - A winner is revealed in the Season 1 finale.

Private Practice (10pm, ABC) - Season 5 ends with Amelia going into labor Addison facing a tough decision. Also, Pete and Violet realize what they mean to each other after he finds himself in trouble.

What to Watch on Tuesday: PBS looks at the Amish and Rupert Murdoch

NCIS (8pm, CBS) - Director Vance's brother-in-law is the chief suspect in the murder of a petty officer.

American Experience: The Amish (8pm, UNC-TV) - This originally ran in the middle of night back in February, so it's good to see it getting a more accessible airtime. Filmed over the course of a year, this American Experience documentary seeks to answer questions about the insular religious community of the Amish. Filmmakers received unprecedented access to the Amish community and it's said to be the first film to deeply penetrate the profoundly private group. It also includes the first television interview with one of the parents of a schoolgirl murdered by Charles Roberts in 2006.

Raising Hope (8pm, Fox) - Burt runs for the chair of a Natesville church group against a holier-than-thou busybody.

Dancing with the Stars (9pm, ABC) - The first elimination show of the season!

New Girl (9pm, Fox) - A roommate learns of Schmidt and Cece's secret relationship.

Frontline: Murdoch's Scandal (10pm, UNC-TV) - Lowell Bergman examines the battle over Rupert Murdoch's media empire, as well as his reputation and family fortunes, which are under threat because of the allegations of bribery and invasion of privacy levied against British tabloids under his domain.

Justified (10pm, FX) - While Raylan squares off with a pair of Detroit hit men, the battle between Boyd and Quarles comes to a head.

What to Watch on Tuesday: A creepy 'River' and an 'Unforgettable' Jane Curtin

NCIS (8pm, CBS) - In the show's 200th episode, Gibbs (Mark Harmon) questions choices he's made when he stares down the barrel of a gun at a local diner.

The River (9pm, ABC) - In this two-hour series premiere, a TV explorer goes missing in the Amazon and his wife, who believes he's still alive, sets out with her son (Joe Anderson, right) and a documentary film crew to find him. It has a creepy "Paranormal Activity" vibe. Read my full review of "The River" premiere.

New Girl (9pm, Fox) - Jess goes against Nick's wishes when she makes it her mission to befriend the loft's landlord, who is notoriously cranky. But in doing so, Jess inadvertently jeopardizes their living situation.

Raising Hope (9:30pm, Fox) - Burt, stressed out during tax season, blurts out a hurtful insult about Virginia's career, so she starts a new business as a tarot-card reader.

Unforgettable (10pm, CBS) - A serial killer with knowledge of Carrie's memory skills taunts her and the police department as his list of victims grows. Emmy Award-winning actress Jane Curtin ("Saturday Night Live," "3rd Rock from the Sun") joins the cast tonight as a high-level inspector in the NYPD who until recently was running the Medical Examiner's office in Manhattan.

Parenthood (10pm, NBC) - Mark and Sarah consider having a baby, and Amber lands a promotion she worries she's not qualified for (do not trust that politician, Amber!!!).

Southland (10pm, TNT) - Sammy cares for a dog after accidentally shooting it and Lydia and Ruben investigate the murder of a good Samaritan. Also, Ben and Lydia both brave monumental life changes.

Justified (10pm, FX) - A daring prison escape puts Raylan on the trail of two old foes, while Boyd confronts a traitor in his inner circle.

There's even more good stuff than normal happening at 10 p.m. now, so don't forget the DVR time-shifting strategies we discussed before.

What to Watch on Tuesday: Robert Wagner arrested for murder

NCIS (8pm, CBS) - Boo! Fooled ya! Robert Wagner is arrested for murder but it's while he's playing Tony's dad on "NCIS." Wagner's character is suspected of murder when he's found in a car with a dead body and has no recollection of his actions. Tony is taken off the case, forcing him to disobey orders to prove his dad's innocence. Coincidentally, Wagner was just in the CBS lineup this past Saturday night, co-starring in an episode of "48 Hours Mystery: Vanity Fair Hollywood Scandal." On that show, a boat captain alleged that Wagner had a hand in the drowning death of his wife Natalie Wood in 1981. Awkward. (Note: That "48 Hours" episode was originally supposed to air this coming Saturday, November 26, but CBS rushed it to air a week early -- and so quickly that I didn't even know it was on. Here is the episode online.).

Dancing with the Stars (8pm, ABC) - The final three couples perform their favorite dance, and then the final two dance an instant samba before a winner is announced in the 13th season finale. Eliminated couples from the season return and Lady Antebellum perform.

Frontline (9pm, UNC-TV) - A report on the role that American citizen David Coleman Headley played in the 2008 terrorist assault on Mumbai, India, which left 166 people dead and more than 300 wounded.

Parenthood (10pm, NBC) - Adam's marriage suffers after he confesses to an inappropriate interaction with the hot new receptionist at work (he totally led her on!). Also, Julia and Joel meet Zoe's boyfriend.

Sons of Anarchy (10pm, FX) - SAMCRO must negotiate with the Irish Kings to secure the club's future. Things are getting intense. After tonight, only two more episodes left this season.

Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel (10pm, HBO) - Tonight, a report on a tennis Hall of Famer accused of molesting girls he coached, and a profile of Butler basketball coach Brad Stevens.

What to Watch on Tuesday: 'Prayer for a Perfect Season' on HBO

NCIS (8pm, CBS) - A Navy lieutenant is murdered by forced overhydration, and Gibbs meets Ducky's new love, played by Cheryl Ladd.

Prayer for a Perfect Season (9pm, HBO) - A look at the 2010-11 boys' basketball season at St. Patrick's High School in Elizabeth, N.J. The documentary follows Kevin Boyle and his players on t heir trek towards a climactic, winner-take-all showdown against archrival St. Anthony's of Jersey City. The film includes comments from players and coaches.

Frontline: Death by Fire (9pm, UNC-TV) - Frontline examines the case of Cameron Todd Willingham, who was executed in 2004 in Texas for the arson deaths of his three children. Included here is new science that indicates the fire may not have been an arson.

Body of Proof (10pm, ABC) - A famous equestrienne who ran a vocational program for prison inmates is murdered, and the prime suspect is a convicted felon and former drug addict (Crystal Bowersox). Meanwhile, Megan's ex-husband is upset to learn that she took Lacey to a crime scene, but Megan becomes equally peeved when she finds out that Lacey is being dragged along on her father's vacation with his new girlfriend.

Sons of Anarchy (10pm, FX) - SAMCRO must put off an important vote to deal with an external threat.

What to Watch on Tuesday: Bemoaning the state of manhood

NCIS (8pm, CBS) - A murder investigation of a Coast Guard officer leads to a Lebanese family seeking asylum in the U.S.

Man Up! (8:30pm, ABC) - Three men in their thirties navigate -- and bemoan the state of -- modern manhood. It's not good, but it's not as bad as Tim Allen's bemoaning of modern manhood at 8pm. Here's more on tonight's premiere.

Frontline: Lost in Detention (9pm, UNC-TV) - Maria Hinojosa reports on U.S. immigration policies since President Obama took office. Included: the record number of deportations (about double the rate of the Bush years); claims that families have been unfairly separated; Republican criticism; and the growing backlash among Latino voters.

Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel (10pm, HBO) - Segments include a profile of NBA Hall of Famer Jerry West and his battle with depression, a report on obsessive runners, and revisiting a 2008 story on sports in polygamist communities.

Parenthood (10pm, NBC) - Adam and Crosby try to impress Cee Lo Green (in a cameo) with their new studio and Drew takes steps to advance things with Amy.

Body of Proof (10pm, ABC) - Megan clashes with a seasoned arson investigator and complaints about the situation lead to more uneasiness between her and Kate.

Sons of Anarchy (10pm, FX) - SAMCRO deals with the fallout from a death threat against Tara.

What to Watch on Tuesday: The end of Prohibition!

Prohibition (8pm, UNC-TV) - In the conclusion to this three-part documentary series, Ken Burns looks at the factors that led to the end of Prohibition, including the criminalization of alcohol which fed large profits into the coffers of criminal organizations and turned gangsters such as Al Capone into celebrities. Also, wealthy Pauline Sabine, who encouraged the repeal of the 18th Amendment and brought together women of all classes who supported her position.

NCIS (8pm, CBS) - The team is surprised to find a connection between the murder of a Navy lieutenant and McGee's grandmother.

Viking Wilderness (9pm, Animal Planet) - A new series tracking wildlife in remote parts of northern Europe beings with musk oxen butting heads to woo females; wolves and bears fighting over an elk carcass, and bears brawling for territorial rights.

New Girl (9pm, Fox) - Nick lands a date with an attractive coworker (Lake Bell), but then Jess accidentally walks in on him naked, making his self-confidence plummet to an all-time low.

Raising Hope (9:30pm, Fox) - Burt flashes back to a decades-old kidnapping story when the ponytailed drifter (Sean Bridgers) who was involved pays the Chances an unexpected visit.

Parenthood (10pm, NBC) - Zeke lands a commercial, while Camille ponders her own achievements. Also, Crosby and Adam don't see eye-to-eye over a parenting issue, and Drew's first date goes awry.

Body of Proof (10pm, ABC) - A young nanny is killed in a hit-and-run accident, and her 5-year-old charge, who requires medication, is kidnapped. Bud's interrogation of the prime suspect in the crime takes an unfortunate turn that puts him in jeopardy.

What to Watch on Tuesday: 'Glee,' 'Biggest Loser,' 'NCIS' (and others) return

Glee (8pm, Fox) - In the Season 3 premiere, the glee kids are depressed following their disappointing showing at Regionals, so Will assigns them a project to get them back on track. Also, Sue Sylvester is running for Congress.

Biggest Loser (8pm, NBC) - For the Season 12 premiere, new contestants are grouped by age and must choose their trainer. Tennis star Anna Kournikova and Dolvett Quince join Bob Harper to make up the trio of trainers.

NCIS (8pm, CBS) - In the ninth season opener, Tony's secret assignment for the SECNAV leads to an NCIS agent's death and leaves Tony and Gibbs to solve the mystery of how the tragedy occurred.

Dancing with the Stars (8pm, ABC) - Harry Connick Jr will perform on tonight's results show. A dancer will be eliminated.

NCIS: Los Angeles (9pm, CBS) - In the Season 3 opener, the team searches for Hetty in Romania, and Callen learns something new about his past.

New Girl (9pm, Fox) - After a bad breakup, goofy Jess Day (Zooey Deschanel) moves in with three single guys. Is it as good as we all want it to be?

Raising Hope (9:30pm, Fox) - In the second season premiere, Jimmy is surprised to learn that he was once a talented singer until an accident involving a golf club shattered his dreams, so he enlists his family to help him get his creative juices flowing again. Pop singer Greyson Chance guest stars as a teenage Jimmy.

Unforgettable (10pm, CBS) - A new show about a former detective (Poppy Montgomery) with a flawless memory consults on homicide cases. In the opener, Carrie helps New York police investigate her neighbor's murder.  Adrienne's take.

Body of Proof (10pm, ABC) - In the Season 2 premiere, Megan's investigation into the death of a middle-aged man whose car plunged over an embankment leads her to a "Desperate Housewives" type cul-de-sac that's loaded with suspects.

What to Watch on Tuesday: 'Good Wife' and others end seasons

NCIS (8pm, CBS) - Season eight ends with team members in grave danger as they confront the Port-to-Port killer.

One Tree Hill (8pm, CW) - In the eighth season finale, Haley and Brooke get ready to operate Karen's old cafe and Chase takes off for the Air Force.

Raising Hope (9pm, Fox) - In the first season finale, the Chances recall the events of the year Jimmy turned 18, including Maw Maw kicking them out of the house, Jimmy's goth phase, and Burt and Virginia's belated entry into adulthood.

Breaking In (9:30pm, Fox) - In what is now the series finale, Cameron takes a reluctant stroll down memory lane when Contra is tasked with tracking down a cyberbully at his old high school. Mike Tyson guest stars.

The Good Wife (10pm, CBS) - In the Season 2 finale, Alicia and Kalinda temporarily put aside their strained relationship to help prove that a client is innocent of murder. Also, in light of Alicia's separation from Peter, Will reevaluates his relationship with Tammy.

The Voice (10pm, NBC) - I hate this 10pm timeslot for "The Voice." I think it's no coincidence the show's big ratings drop last week coincided with its move to 10. Tonight, part two of the battle rounds as teammates are pitted against each other, with one being eliminated from each pairing.

Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel (10pm, HBO) - Included tonight, a look at the Yankees and Rex Sox efforts to help Bridget Johnson, who lost her leg in an accident, and a profile of broadcaster Bob Uecker.

Also airing season finales tonight: "NCIS: LA" (9pm) on CBS and "Hellcats" (9pm) on The CW.

What to Watch on Tuesday: 'Lights Out' extinguished

NCIS (8pm, CBS) - A seaman's murder leads to a serial killer operating in international ports, and Gibbs reluctantly must allow agent E.J. Barrett to lead the investigation. Also, the team finally meets Ziva's boyfriend.

Lights Out (10pm, FX) - In the series finale, Lights (Holt McCallany) goes to war with Death Row Reynolds for the heavyweight title, but first, Hal Brennan (Bill Irwin) declares war on promotor Barry Word (Reg E. Cathey). Meanwhile, Word has one last prefight talk with Lights, and Theresa runs into Death Row's wife (Reiko Aylesworth). We just want to know Lights is out of debt and we can let go....

The Good Wife (10pm, CBS) - Alicia once again goes up against Louis Canning (Michael J. Fox) in court when she represents families of workers who committed suicide due to poor working conditions. Meanwhile, Cary learns some shocking news about Kalinda. More shocking news about Kalinda??

Pregnant in Heels (10pm, Bravo) - The real-world dramas of maternity concierge Rosie Pope unfold in this new reality series, which tracks the pregnancy specialist as she advises privileged expecting mothers in Manhattan. In the premiere, Pope baby-proofs a lavish home and helps an author choose a name for her baby.

Parenthood (10pm, NBC) - Crosby continues his efforts to win Jasmine back and Adam worries about Haddie attending the prom with Alex as her date.

Body of Proof (10pm, ABC) - Megan (Dana Delany) has a connection to a young woman found murdered in a seedy hotel room. Megan also learns of some challenges her colleagues face and takes more of an interest in their lives. The humanizing of Dr. Megan Hunt begins!

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