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What to Watch on Wednesday: Cat fights and McCreery on 'American Idol'

Big Rich Atlanta (8pm, Style) - Another reality show set in Atlanta. Adrienne has the details.

American Idol (8pm, Fox) - Footage from the Charlotte (well, Concord) auditions is on tap tonight, and so is a bit of the nasty fighting between Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey that we've been hearing about for months now. The North Carolina audition, which took place at the Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, is where the two judges had their infamous, profanity-laced spat. Also, even more importantly, Garner's own Scotty McCreery, the 2011 "American Idol" winner, stops by the auditions to wish the young singers luck. If you're going to watch one "Idol" this season, this is the one.

Nature: Attenborough's Life Stories - Life on Camera (8pm, UNC-TV) - In part one of a three-part "Nature" special, wildlife filmmaker David Attenborough revisits key places and events from his 60-year career. He also reflects on how technological breakthroughs have increased the understanding of the natural world, including advancements in underwater photography, the invention of infrared films, remote control cameras, time-lapse photography and digital slow-motion cameras.

Kimora: House of Fab (9pm, Style) - In this new series, Kimora Lee Simmons becomes president and creative director of the online fashion company JustFab. Adrienne reviews.

Suburgatory (9:30pm, ABC) - George needs some space when Dallas is overenthusiastic about his business, so he persuades Noah and Fred to start a band just for guys, but George breaks his own rule after he hears Sheila sing.

American Horror Story (10pm, FX) - In the season finale, Johnny (Bloody Face Jr.) aims to complete his father's work by murdering his mother. Meanwhile, Lana attempts to shut down Briarcliff.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - The second half of the season starts with Dani seeing a therapist (Peter MacNicol) in order to get her own career back on track. Also, TK returns to the Hawks but finds that another player has taken his position.

What to Watch on Wednesday: Chaos on 'Necessary Roughness' mid-season finale

Republican National Convention - Primetime convention coverage on broadcast networks begins at 10 p.m. tonight. If you want wall-to-wall coverage, your best bet is to head online or to cable. Tonight's highlights include speeches from vice presidential nominee Paul Ryan, former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, former Minnesota governor Tim Pawlenty and former Florida governor Jeb Bush. Here's much more information about RNC viewing.

So You Think You Can Dance (8pm, Fox) - The Top 8 dancers perform with all-stars from previous seasons, and two more are eliminated. Jesse Tyler Ferguson ("Modern Family") is the guest judge.

Haunted Collector (9pm, Syfy) - In the second season finale, the team investigates claims of paranormal occurrences in Hawaii, including the Iao Theater in Maui.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - A pop star needs treatment while visiting the Hamptons to gear up for her latest tour. Elsewhere, Paige prepares to leave for school and Divya falls for a worldly polo player.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - Disaster looms for T.K. and the team in tonight's summer finale. Michael Imperioli (left) guest stars.

Top Chef Masters (10pm, Bravo) - The chefs create dishes using aphrodisiac ingredients. Later, they launch their own Thai restaurant and revamp classic Thai meals. Burlesque performer Dita Von Teese is the guest judge.

Paranormal Witness (10pm, Syfy) - The origins of a Dybbuk Box, which is said to contain an evil spirit, is investigated by its owner after it supposedly created havocs in the lives of two previous owners. A movie based on this story, starring Kyra Sedgwick and Jeffrey Dean Morgan opens in theaters Friday. 

What to Watch on Wednesday: Feeling 'Abandoned' by 'NY Med'

Abandoned (9pm, National Geographic Channel) - A new reality series which follows treasure hunters as they scour abandoned buildings across America in hopes of finding forgotten relics to refurbish and resell. In tonight's premiere, Jay Chaikin and his team find an old bell and a valuable collection of tiles when they visit a dilapidated barn and mill in Westminster, Md. A second episode at 9:30 puts the guys in a historic church in Philadelphia.

NY Med (10pm, ABC) - The good news: this is the second episode of "NY Med" this week! The bad news: this is the final new episode of the series. In tonight's series finale, a banker and mother undergoes a risky cancer operation known as ex vivo, and a 13-year-old with Crohn's disease could be a candidate for a new colon surgery. Also, a cardiac surgeon acknowledges the unpredictability of a career in medicine and a young married couple who often work together as surgical residents.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - Dani helps tennis players who are having problems on and off the court, Nico discovers a security breach. Meanwhile, T.K. is the victim of a theft, leading Matt to face off with T.K.'s agent.

Dirty Jobs Down Under (10pm, Discovery) - In this new series in which Aborigines share their routines for working and hunting, host Mike Rowe takes a break from shilling Fords and paper towels to try his hand at unpleasant jobs throughout Australia.

The Exes (10:30pm, TV Land) - Holly's plans to go awry when she tries to impress her infallible sister by inventing a new identity. Meanwhile, the guys find a lot to like about Stuart's cooking.

What to Watch on Wednesday: A goofy new game show and lost American treasures

So You Think You Can Dance (8pm, Fox) - The Top 14 dancers' performances include a tribute to choreographer Mia Michaels, and four finalists are eliminated.

Oh, Sit! (8pm, CW) - If I told you The CW has a new competition reality series based on the game of "musical chairs," you'd probably say I was joking. Sadly, you'd be wrong. It's real and it's hosted by Jamie Kennedy. I'm thinking, given the inexplicable popularity of ABC's "Wipe Out," with which "Oh, Sit!" shares some similarities, it could be a sleeper hit.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - Dani works with a professional video gamer, and she and Matt discover the upside to their breakup. Also, the Hawks start making cuts after training season, and T.K. tries to help Razor with a problem but discovers one of his own in the process.

Restaurant Impossible (10pm, Food) - In the Season 4 opener, Chef Irvine finds a filthy kitchen and a subordinate staff when he visits a struggling steak-and-seafood joint in Fayetteville, Georgia.

Top Chef Masters (10pm, Bravo) - The chefs must reinvent ordinary salad-bar ingredients for the pop band the B-52s. Later, they travel to the Grand Canyon for a cookout.

Toy Hunter (10pm, Travel) - Jordan Hembrough hunts for vintage toys in New Jersey in the premiere of this new reality series, which follows the collectibles dealer as he travels the country in search of rare vintage items to sell to his buyers around the world. Here's Adrienne's review.

America's Lost Treasures (10pm, NGC) - Unfortunately, "History Detectives" (PBS) is in reruns, but "America's Lost Treasures" is a decent knockoff. In Kansas City, Mo., Curt Doussett investigates a revolver said to be once owned by Wild West outlaw Jesse James, while Kinga Phillipps examines a beaded bag that may have belonged to the Native American leader Geronimo.

What to Watch on Wednesday: 'Jimmy Fallon's Primetime Music Special'

Dallas (9pm, TNT) - Murderous intrigue surrounds the family, forcing them to make critical decisions. Also, a powerful oil company contacts Christopher about new methane technology, and outside forces threaten Southfork.

Jimmy Fallon's Primetime Music Special (10pm, NBC) - A special featuring musical comedy skits from "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon," which are often the highlights of Fallon's show. Tonight's special will have some new original performances as well as come classic collaborations with Justin Timberlake, Bruce Springsteen (shown at right), Paul McCartney and Carly Rae Jepsen.

Top Chef Masters (10pm, Bravo) - In the Season 4 premiere, twelve renowned chefs battle in culinary challenges in Las Vegas. The masters play a card game to score ingredients, then create an extravagant buffet for some of the city's hottest performers.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - A spelling bee champ needs help dealing with his stuttering, while T.K. is faced with a problem he thought was in the past.

The Soul Man (10pm, TV Land) - When Boyce is at a loss for words, Lolli asks his old writing partner, Sweet Brown Taylor, to help him find his voice.

What to Watch on Wednesday: Amy Sedaris on 'Necessary Roughness'

Dallas (9pm, TNT) - Rebecca discloses a deep secret to Elena, while a pressured John Ross hatches a feud between family members. Also, suspicions rise when a family associate is murdered.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - Hank tends to a country-club manager with a memory problem. Elsewhere, Evan lands a business deal with help from Paige and Boris offers Hank an enticing job.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - Amy Sedaris (left) guest stars tonight as Dr. Jane Crosetti, a therapist visited by Dani's daughter, Lindsay. Meanwhile, Dani (Callie Thorne) treats a Hawks linebacker, Jeanette returns to town, and T.K. causes mischief as he puts pressure on Damon.

School Spirits (10pm, Syfy) - Virginia's Sweet Briar College becomes the setting for a ghost story featuring a spectral girl.

The Soul Man (10pm, TV Land) - Barton draws up a will after attending a funeral, but his sons may not be pleased with his bequests. Also, Boyce gts a visit from an old girlfriend who is looking for more than spiritual guidance.

The Franchise (10pm, Showtime) - The new season of this Showtime reality series follows the Miami Marlins, who reportedly gave more access to filmmakers than did last year's San Francisco Giants. It's a candid look at the club, foul language and all.

What to Watch on Wednesday: A Bieber, a baby daddy, and a little soul

Justin Bieber: All Around the World (8pm, NBC) - In part one of a two-part Bieber special, the young pop singer (at right with Ludacris) is featured in performance and backstage footage shot during his global tour promoting his 2012 cd "Believe."

Baby Daddy (8:30, ABC Family) - In this new sitcom, bachelor Ben discovers he's a father when his ex-girlfriend leaves their baby girl on his doorstep. He must then raise the baby with help from his family and friends.

Dallas (9pm, TNT) - J.R. decides to move back to Southfork, much to Ann's chagrin. Elsewhere, John Ross sets out to impress his father and Ewing family nemesis Cliff Barnes returns and tries to establish a bond.

The Soul Man (10pm, TV Land) - Cedric The Entertainer stars in this new comedy about Boyce "The Voice" Ballentine, a famous R&B singer who becomes a minister and moves his family to St. Louis to take over his father's church. Adrienne reviews.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - Dani evaluates a draft pick, but the session doesn't go as planned. Also, Pittman creates tension at the combine and T.K. plays hooky in his old neighborhood.

School Spirits (10pm, Syfy) - Ghost stories from a University of Michigan sorority are featured in the debut of a new series focused on purported paranormal activities at schools and universities.

What to Watch on Wednesday: J.R. and Bobby are back on TNT's 'Dallas'

Dallas (9pm, TNT) - Cue the music! TNT launches a continuation of the iconic 1978-91 drama series, crossing generations of Ewings as they battle for power, love and oil at the Southfork ranch. In tonight's premiere, family members gather for a wedding, but simmering rivalries surface due to secret oil drilling. J.R., Bobby and Sue Ellen are all here, as Larry Hagman, Patrick Duffy and Linda Gray reprise their respective roles from the original show. A second episode airs at 10:15 so make sure your DVR gets them both! Adrienne has a review.

Thorne (9pm, Encore) - Detective Inspector Tom Thorne (David Morrissey) finds himself on the hunt for two serial killers who appear to be working together. Sandra Oh stars as a tough detective dealing with a drug problem.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - Jill's nephew acts out at summer camp, and Hank suspects there's more to his behavior than meets the eye. Elsewhere, Evan sees a potential client in a lonely young heiress.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - Dani helps a roller-derby star get to the bottom of her collapse. Elsewhere, Ray Jay navigates relationship woes and T.K. must prove he can run or risk losing his bonus.

Around the World in 80 Plates (10pm, Bravo) - The chefs head to Bologna, Italy, where they prepare tortellini. Drama unfolds when simmering anger between two cooks heats to a high boil. Paul Bartolotta is the local food expert.

What to Watch on Wednesday: USA shows return, Scotty on CMT Awards

CMT Music Awards (8pm, CMT) - Garner's Scotty McCreery is scheduled to perform at tonight's awards show, along with his fellow "Idol" pals Lauren Alaina and Casey James. Kenny Chesney, Lady Antebellum, Brad Paisley, Zac Brown Band and Little Big Town will also perform. Catch Red Carpet arrivals at 7.

Dogs in the City (8pm, CBS) - Justin works with a pampered bulldog, a retiring K-9 police dog, and a pooch that constantly barks.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - In the Season 4 premiere, Hank and Divya treat food-festival patrons, including a competitive eater and Jill's brother, an amateur competitor. Meanwhile, Evan prepares to run his own business.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - Season 2 begins with Dani and the Hawks kicking off pre-season preparations and quickly running into trouble. Also, Dani and Matt's secret relationship heats up.

Hot in Cleveland (10pm, TV Land) - In the third season finale, Joy and Victoria want to know the secret behind Melanie's hairdo, which creates tension between the ladies and rival stylists at Elka's favorite salon. Regis Philbin guest stars as Elka's longtime hairdresser, whom Elka had presumed to be gay. David Spade also makes an appearance on tonight's finale.

What to Watch on Wednesday: Out with the old, in with the new

Survivor: South Pacific (8pm, CBS) -  The 23rd season begins in Samoa with 18 castaways, including returning players "Coach" Wade and Ozzy Lusth.

Barbara Streisand: One Night Only at the Village Vanguard (8pm, UNC-TV) -  Streisand is at her best in this intimate 2009 show at the Village Vanguard jazz club in New York City.

H8R (8pm, CW) - A new reality series in which hated reality "celebrities" (like Snooki and Jake Pavelka) try to win over the people who hate them. This will only make people hate them more.

America's Got Talent (8pm, NBC) - The winning act is revealed in tonight's 2-hour season finale.

Buried Treasure (8pm, Fox) - In the finale of this short first season, the Keno brothers take a look at the possessions of a Georgia family hoping to raise money to avoid foreclosure.

America's Next Top Model (9pm, CW) - The 17th season is an "all-star" contest, bringing back losers from previous seasons for another shot at the prize. Nicki Minaj is a guest judge.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - In tonight's Season 1 finale, T.K. faces his rival (Terrell Owens) as the Hawks enter the playoffs. Also, Nico must decide where his loyalties lie.

Up All Night (10pm, NBC) - New mom (Christina Applegate) returns to work while her husband (Will Arnett) stays home with the baby. Reagan's boss, the host of a popular talk show, is played by Maya Rudolph. Next week, this will move into its regular 8 p.m. slot. Worth Watching?

Free Agents (10:30pm, NBC) - The premiere of a new workplace comedy about two lovelorn coworkers (Hank Azaria and Kathryn Hahn) and their ever-changing relationship. Starting next week, this airs at 8:30 p.m. Our take on the show.

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