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What to Watch on Saturday: Watch 'The Firm' while you still can

The Ride (8pm, Showtime) - A documentary following "Amazing Race" host Phil Keoghan on a grueling 40-day bike ride across America to raise $1 million for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Keoghan's adventure included a trip to the hospital, extreme exhaustion, drastic weight loss and a dangerous crash in Ohio.

My Cat From Hell (8pm, Animal Planet) - In the second season finale: an attack cat has a couple fearing for the safety of their two-year-old son, and two sphynx cats fight for control of their owners' house. There's a marathon of Season 2 episodes starting today at 3. Animal Plane recently announced the show will back for Season 3.

The Firm (9pm, NBC) - NBC has moved this struggling drama to Saturday nights, which is not a good sign ("Awake" will air in the old spot on Thursdays starting March 1). So if you're a fan, watch it while you still can. In tonight's episode, two brothers become codefendants in a case that forces Mitch to coax one to betray the other. Meanwhile, Tammy works on a cryptic clue in the Sarah Holt case.

Pit Boss (9pm, Animal Planet) - Two back-to-back new episodes for tonight's season finale. In the first episode, Shorty learns his secret memoir will be published so he must prepare his sister for the book's surprises about their family. In the 10 p.m. episode, Shorty agrees to be "roasted" at a fundraiser for rescue charities.

Saturday Night Live (11:29pm, NBC) - Maya Rudolph hosts and the music guest is Sleigh Bells.  So, there's basically no way Rudolph can do her excellent Whitney Houston impersonation now, right?

Also, the TechJunkie blog has info on three shows airing on the National Geographic Channel today about illegal street racing and auto theft.

What to Watch on Saturday: NFL honors and great late night music

My Cat From Hell (8pm, Animal Planet) - Jackson Galaxy helps a woman whose cat attacks her roommate every chance it gets. I say, maybe the cat knows something she doesn't know. Also, some newlyweds move into a new house and then their cats suddenly no longer get along.

NFL Honors (9pm, NBC) - In advance of this weekend's Super Bowl, the NFL salutes its top players and plays in Indianapolis. Host Alec Baldwin is joined by celebrities and NFL stars, and awards are presented to NFL MVP, Coach of the Year, and the Walter Payton Man of the Year.

Pit Boss (9pm, Animal Planet) - The rescue of a severely abused pit bull turns dangerous for Shorty and Sebastian when the dog is frightened.

Saturday Night Live (11:29pm, NBC) - Channing Tatum hosts. Despite that fact, I will tune in for the musical guest Bon Iver.

Austin City Limits (Midnight, UNC-TV) - Wilco performs from their 2011 album "The Whole Love."

What to Watch on Saturday: HBO's 'Namath' looks at life and career of Broadway Joe

 The Pregnancy Project (8pm, Lifetime) - A high school student pretends to be pregnant in order to conduct a research project about stereotyping teens who are pregnant.

Goodnight for Justice: The Measure of a Man (8pm, Hallmark Movie) - Judge John Goodnight (Luke Perry) reunites with a former flame while traveling and witnesses a robbery by a gang of bandits. The case turns personal when one of the outlaws turns out to be his friend's teen son, who faces a possible death sentence. Adrienne reviews.

Namath (9pm, HBO) - A documentary collaboration between HBO Sports and NFL Films looking at the fascinating life and career of New York Jets quarterback Joe Namath, who led the upstart AFL team to an upset win over the Colts in Super Bowl III. One of the first real sports celebrities, "Broadway Joe" was selected to the NFL Hall of Fame in 1985. Narrated by Liev Schreiber.

Pit Boss (9pm, Animal Planet) - Sebastian tries to reconcile with Shorty by going on a rescue mission at a stable, but their rift takes a backseat when a pit bull encounters an agitated horse.

Swamp Volcano (9pm, Syfy) - A vulcanologist tries to prevent a catastrophic eruption that would destroy civilization after an oil-drilling operation strikes magma flow in the Gulf of Mexico and inadvertently creates a volcano in Miami.

John Mulaney: New in Town (10pm, Comedy Central) - A great new comedy special from "Saturday Night Live" writer John Mulaney. Taped in New York City in 2011.

What to Watch on Saturday: Hallmark movie on romance of William & Kate

Killer Mountain (9pm, Syfy) - Mountain climbers are dispatched to rescue a missing expedition, and the team finds the mystical Shangri-La along with the site's monstrous protector.

William & Catherine: A Royal Romance (9pm, Hallmark) - An original movie recounting the romance between Prince William (Dan Amboyer) and Kate Middleton (Alice St. Clair), starting with their introduction as students at St. Andrews University. Jane Alexander plays Queen Elizabeth, Victor Garber plays Prince Charles (Prince Charles wishes!), and Jean Smart plays Camilla Parker Bowles.

Oddities (9:30pm, Discovery) - Three new episodes tonight, starting with one featuring a spooky lamp and a bone collector with an articulated rooster. In the 10:30 episode, Korn singer Jonathan Davis asks Mike and Evan to find vintage embalming equipment.

Pit Boss (10pm, Animal Planet) - In the Season 3 finale, a bitter argument between Shorty and Sebastian creates some tense moments, but the confrontation may be the last straw at Shorty's Rescue for the latter, who, along with Ronald, has landed an acting job that's hard to refuse.

Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp (10pm, VH1 Classic) - Paul Stanley from KISS teaches the campers, and all three bands perform an acoustic show at the Gibson Showroom in Beverly Hills.

What to Watch on Saturday: A trip to 'Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp'

Mega Shark vs. Crocosaurus (9pm, Syfy) - A gigantic, immensely powerful shark does battle with a fierce primordial crocodile from Africa.

Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp (10pm, VH1 Classic) - In the second season opener, 15 contestants divide into three bands and are mentored by Duff McKagan, Matt Sorum, and Mark Hudson (right). This season will feature guest appearances from Paul Stanley of KISS, Phil Collen of Def Leppard, Marky Ramone of The Ramones, and Sammy Hagar. Season 8 of "That Metal Show" airs after this at 11.

Pit Boss (10pm, Animal Planet) - Shorty pledges to hold adoption events exclusively for pit bulls. Also, Sebastian moonlights to pay for his new hearing aids, and persuades Ronald and Ashley to help with his side job.

Home by Novogratz (10pm, HGTV) - A student-athlete lounge is created in a Los Angeles high school at the request of the NBA's Paul Pierce. Bob's gonna have a lot of fun with this one. Included: parquet floors, flea market finds, modern furniture, a colorful lighting cluster, and large photographic window treatments.

What to Watch on Saturday: Nicollette Sheridan in Hallmark movie

Honeymoon for One (8pm, Hallmark) - A new Hallmark movie starring Nicollette Sheridan (left, "Desperate Housewives") as a Los Angeles advertising exec who travels to Ireland alone for her honeymoon after breaking things off with her dishonest finance. While abroad, she develops a connection with a local estate manager (Greg Wise), but a conflict involving her business threatens the budding romance.

Doomsday Prophecy (9pm, Syfy) - A Syfy movie in which an archaeologist and a book editor try to save the world from a looming geological nightmare.

Wrestlemania: The World Premiere (9pm, NBC) - Highlights of the 27th annual event at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, featuring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has host of the bouts. Included: John Cena vs. Miz; Undertaker vs. Triple H; and a six-person tag-team match featuring Snooki Polizzi ("Jersey Shore").

Home by Novogratz (10pm, HGTV) - Bob and Cortney create an industrial and cozy condo. Included: chalkboard paint, wall stencils, bold wallpaper, vintage lighting, modern furniture.

Pit Boss Special: For Our Fans (10pm, Animal Planet) - Some of the most memorable moments of the series are revisited, and Shorty and his crew share outtakes, bloopers, and previously unseen footage.

What to Watch on Saturday: In search of Simon Miller

Reminder: The "I Love Lucy" marathon is going on over on the Hallmark Channel.

Who is Simon Miller (8pm, NBC) - A new family movie about geologist Simon Miller (Loren Dean) who vanishes, and his wife (Robyn Lively) and two children set out on a desperate search to find him. The mystery deepens when the family discovers Simon has used secret aliases and has led a shadowy double life.

Pit Boss (10pm, Animal Planet) - Shorty's solo rescue of a friend's dog hits a snag when he runs into a neighbor who hates pit bulls.

Home by Novogratz (10pm, HGTV) - Bob and Cortney give an Orlando elementary school a $50,000 renovation. Included: a music room update, an Asian-pillow reading area, an art space with designer chairs, wall stencils, and a neon sign.

Michael Ian Black: Very Famous (11pm, Comedy Central) - Comedian Michael Ian Black performs in Philadelphia at the Trocadero Theatre.

What to Watch on Saturday: Danny Glover, dragon slayer

Dogs 101 (8pm, Animal Planet) - In this special episode on grooming, the different types, textures, and lengths of dogs' coats are explored.

The Cabin (8pm, Hallmark Movie Channel) - A divorced mom (Lea Thompson) and her kids are forced to bunk with a single dad (Steven Brand) and his two children after a cabin mix-up at a resort in Scotland. Though the adults initially clash, they decide to join forces to compete in a sporting event at the resort, and it's not long before sparks start to fly.

Age of Dragons (9pm, Syfy) - A new Syfy movie starring Danny Glover as an obsessed Ahab who seeks revenge on the fire-breathing dragon that killed his family and left him horribly scarred. As you can tell, it's a reimagining of Herman Melville's classic novel "Moby Dick."

Nick and Vanessa's Dream Wedding (9pm, TLC) - There's not much else on, so ... Cameras follow Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minnillo as they plan their July 15, 2011 wedding and then say "I do" on Richard Branson's private island.

Home by Novogratz (10pm, HGTV) - We think this is the most interesting design show on TV. Tonight, Bob and Cortney revamp a dull Manhattan townhouse. Included: a fireplace and outdoor seating on the terrace, mod chandeliers in the living room, and art gallery-inspired walls.

Pit Boss (10pm, Animal Planet) - Shorty tries to persuade the owners of three abused pit bulls to give up their dogs.

What to Watch on Saturday: Shorty speaks up for dogs in Denver

Happily Divorced (8pm,TV Land) - There's a marathon of all episodes starting at 8pm.

Cool Hand Luke (8pm, TCM) - A classic. Paul Newman stars in this portrayal of life  on a prison chain gang.

From Spain with Love (9:30pm, Cooking) - Tonight, a tour of Granada featuring the Albaicin Arab quarter, traditional Moroccan dishes with lamb and couscous, and a tangine of chicken with olives and preserved lemon.

Pit Boss (10pm, Animal Planet) - Pit bull rescuer Shorty Rossi (right) advocates for pit bulls in Denver, where a law banning the breed has been passed. Also, Shorty reunites an owner with her dogs.

Home by Novogratz (10pm, HGTV) - The Novogratz duo create a multipurpose basement playroom and entertainment area for a New Jersey family. Included: a sliding-board staircase, a custom bar area with vintage furniture, a magnet sculpture, and a collage of kids' art.

What to Watch on Saturday: 'Home by Novogratz' looks inviting

Primetime: Jaycee Dugard In Her Own Words (9pm, ABC) - A repeat of Diane Sawyer's highly rated interview with kidnapping victim Jaycee Dugard.

Super Eruption (9pm, Syfy) - A firefighter (Richard Burgi) and a volcanologist (Juilet Aubrey) combine forces to save lives in the wake of a devastating eruption at Yellowstone National Park.

Keeping up with the Randalls (9pm, Hallmark) - A Los Angeles fashion designer (Kayla Ewell) competes in a sporting contest held by her boyfriend's family, whom she is meeting for the first time. As she flounders in several events, she begins to worry the family won't accept her.

Home by Novogratz (10pm, HGTV) - The husband-and-wife design team Cortney and Robert Novogratz (right) used to have a really good reality show on Bravo ("Nine by Design" also featured the couple's seven children, though sparingly). We're not sure what happened to that, but as long as we get them back, we don't care what channel they're on. In this premiere episode, a bohemian beach house is created for a pair of surfing sisters using pink wallpaper and floors, a striped staircase, and tag-art wallpaper.

Pit Boss (10pm, Animal Planet) - In the Season 3 premiere, a night rescue goes wrong when Shorty's cries for help go unheard. Meanwhile, the homeless get free lessons on training their pit bulls.

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