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What to Watch on Thursday: Series finale of '30 Rock'

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Klaus turns to Stefan for help when Rebekah refuses his plea to stop Kol and protect Jeremy. Meanwhile, Bonnie has a frightening encounter with Kol and mayor Hopkins cancels a school dance.

30 Rock (8pm, NBC) - In the one-hour series finale, Liz (Tina Fey) settles into her new role and Jack (Alec Baldwin, left) reflects on the developments in his own life. Elsewhere, Jenna gears up to perform a farewell song as the cast and crew reassemble for one finale "TGS" edition.

North Carolina Weekend (9pm, UNC-TV) - Tonight's episode features a segment in which Bob Garner visits Mami Nora's, a delicious Peruvian chicken restaurant on Wake Forest Road in Raleigh.

Project Runway (9pm, Lifetime) - The designers make uniforms for a Ping-Pong social club. Susan Sarandon is the guest judge.

Do No Harm (10pm, NBC) - The first episode of a new drama about a successful neurosurgeon who struggles to keep a lid on his dangerous alternate personality. In tonight's premiere, the doctor can no longer control his lethal side, which can now run wild at the same time every night, threatening the doctor's life and career. Check out Adrienne's review.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - Olivia's team learns the truth about the rigged election and also a thing or two about their boss. Meanwhile, Mellie goes to great lengths to reel in Fitz.

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - Sherlock investigates a suspicious hit-and-run accident that involves a conspiracy theorist. Meanwhile, Watson tries to mend the fractured relationship between Holmes and Gregson.

What to Watch on Thursday: Lance Armstrong's doping confession to Oprah

30 Rock (8pm, NBC) - Jack and Liz head to Florida to handle his late mother's estate, only to unearth a stunning discovery about her. Tracy and Jenna supervise the "TGS" staff in their absence, leading to disastrous results for Kenneth.

American Idol (8pm, Fox) - Auditions continue.

Last Resort (8pm, ABC) - Chaplin attempts to surrender the Colorado, while Kyle and Admiral Shepard target the president.

Oprah's Next Chapter (9pm, OWN) - Part one of a two-part interview in which Oprah Winfrey interviews cyclist Lance Armstrong (right) in his hometown of Austin, Texas. In the 2.5-hour interview (part two airs tomorrow night), Armstrong comes clean about doping. For OWN newbies, the network can be found on channels 259 and 1259 on Time Warner Cable; channel 279 on DirecTV; channels 170 and 1170 on AT&T U-verse; and channel 189 on Dish Network.

Suits (10pm, USA) - "Suits" returns with a criminal case that resonates with Mike, making it difficult for him to separate his feelings from the case.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - A flashback reveals more details about the fixed election. Also, Edison makes a surprising allegation when he has a dispute with Olivia.

Legit (10:30, FX) - A new sitcom about a crass comedian struggling for legitimacy in his life and career. In tonight's opener, Jim takes his wheelchair-dependent friend to a Las Vegas brothel.

What to Watch on Thursday: Critics Choice Movie Awards and '1600 Penn'

Critics Choice Movie Awards (8pm, CW) - The 18th annual awards gala presented by the Broadcast Film Critics Association presents honors to the best films of 2012. "Lincoln" leads with 13 nominations.

1600 Penn (8:30pm, NBC) - A new sitcom about a President, played by Bill Pullman, and the first family. This first episode (8:30) already aired as a preview a couple of weeks ago, but a second new episode airs tonight at 9:30. In that, President Gilchrist holds a group-therapy session with his generals.

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - Bailey's wedding is in limbo while she focuses on trying to save Adele, and Cristina and Owen are indecisive about following through with their divorce.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - An old pal assists Olivia and her team as they deal with Huck being detained under the Patriot Act.

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - Holmes faces a British criminal known as M., who appears to have followed Sherlock to New York City. Meanwhile, Joan begins to have reservations about leaving Holmes and caring for a new client.

Kathy (10pm, Bravo) - Season 2 of Kathy Griffin's talk show opens with guests Liza Minnelli and Jane Lynch.

What to Watch on Thursday: 'Glee' pays homage to 'Love Actually'

Up All Night (8pm, NBC) - Two new back-to-back episodes tonight. In the first, Reagan and Chris want to show Amy snow, but their plan goes awry. Elsewhere, Scott helps Ava buy Christmas gifts on a budget. At 8:30, a flashback to Chris and Reagan's disastrous wedding, which featured big revelations from Ava and Scott.

Glee (9pm, Fox) - In an episode that is intended as a tribute to the 2003 film "Love Actually," Sam and Brittany try to live their lives to the fullest before they Mayan apocalypse, and Jake and Puck spend Hanukkah together.

Person of Interest (9pm, CBS) - Reese's latest case becomes personal after he realizes that he's going after the sister of a soldier who was killed in action. Meanwhile, the FBI closes in on Reese.

Beauty and the Beast (9pm, CW) - Cat must search for a date for the wedding of her dad (Rob Stewart). Meanwhile, Tess and Joe share a romantic moment.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - Olivia provides assistance to the vice president, while one of Olivia's staffers deals with a severe betrayal. Also, Cyrus uncovers the truth concerning James' mysterious investigation. Missing from this ABC episode is description is the following: "Huck!! What the heck, dude!?"

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - Holmes investigates when a supposedly unbreathable bank vault is broken into by thieves. Later, Sherlock meets Watson's family and defends her choice of becoming a sober companion.

What to Watch on Thursday: HBO doc looks at 120 years of Vogue magazine

The Big Bang Theory (8pm, CBS) - Amy takes ill and Sheldon becomes her nursemaid, while Wolowitz takes a fishing trip in order to bond with his father-in-law.

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Stefan and Damon visit New Orleans and recall their last trip there in 1942. While there, Damon runs into one of his former flames. Meanwhile, Elena, Caroline and Bonnie share a fun evening together, until Elena reveals some shocking news.

In Vogue: The Editor's Eye (9pm, HBO) - A documentary chronicling Vogue magazine's 120 years of covering the fashion industry's highs and lows. Includes archival photographs, and interviews with editors, designers, models and photographers. Check out Adrienne's review.

Parks and Recreation (9:30pm, NBC) - Ron's new girlfriend meets his ex-wife Tammy when they all attend a woodworking awards dinner. At the same time, Jerry throws a holiday party and not everyone is invited.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - Olivia returns to working at the White House in the wake of a national tragedy (the First Lady should love that!), while the early days of Fitz's presidency are recalled.

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - Holmes investigates a college professor's murder, and Watson gets a call from a former lover who asks for her help.

Burn Notice (10pm, USA) - Michael sets up a deal to sell a valuable piece of technology, but things take a turn when Sam is caught up in a risky robbery. 

What to Watch on Thursday: Bailey plans a wedding on 'Grey's Anatomy'

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - The annual Miss Mystic Falls Pageant takes place, and Elena and Caroline give April advice on which dress to wear to the event. Meanwhile, Damon tries to uncover Shane's motives, and Jeremy becomes alarmed by vivid nightmares and turns to Matt for help.

30 Rock (8pm, NBC) - Liz and Criss try to start a family in the wake of an encounter with Dennis Duffy.

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - Bailey (Chandra Wilson, left) and Ben disagree over wedding plans, while Cristina and Owen take stock of their relationship. And Callie wants Jackson to help her with Derek's dilemma, but Jackson gets distracted by a surprise involving April.

Glee (9pm, Fox) - The glee club members get advice about Sectionals from alumni. And in New York, Rachel and Kurt enjoy a non-traditional Thanksgiving meal.

Parks and Recreation (9:30pm, NBC) - Leslie becomes suspicious when an architect (Brad Hall) from Eagleton responds to her public appeal for park suggestions. Meanwhile, Tom sets up his rent-a-swag business with help from the office, and Andy adds some excitement to his new gig as security guard.

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - Holmes investigates a bombing that kills two people, During the probe, he stumbles upon an unsolved crime from the past. Also, Watson tries to get Holmes to choose a sponsor.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - Harrison leads the group as they assist a billionaire whose mental state is questionable. Wait. Donald Trump is on this show? Meanwhile, Olivia helps plan Fitz's 50th birthday party (WHY?) and James stumbles onto something big as he looks into Cytron.

What to Watch on Thursday: 'Crossfire Hurricane,' new Rolling Stones doc on HBO

30 Rock (8pm, NBC) - Tracy portrays Jack as a villain in a new movie, causing friction between the two. Also, Liz undergoes foot surgery, and Jenna tries to protect Kenneth from Hazel's sly machinations.

Crossfire Hurricane (9pm, HBO) - A history of the Rolling Stones features archival footage of the British rock band's 1960s performances, interviews with the group's members, and clips of other documentaries about the band, including "Gimme Shelter" (1970) and "Shine a Light" (2008).

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - The crash victims proceed with their lawsuit, which requires them to face their injuries.

Glee (9pm, Fox) - Rachel, Kurt, Santana and Cassandra July return as the glee club kicks off its production of "Grease."

Parks and Recreation (9:30pm, NBC) - Leslie disapproves of April's plan to turn a lot into a dog park, and Ben gets roped into helping Tom launch his new business venture. Vice President Joe Biden has a cameo.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - A mysterious letter alludes to Huck's sinister past and warns it may be revealed. Meanwhile, Olivia wants Harrison to contain the damage from a coworker's disclosed secret, and Cyrus and Fitz handle the fallout from James' front page story.

Super Storm Sandy (10pm, NGC) - The National Geographic Channel looks at the super-storm that ravaged the Northeast in late October.

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - Holmes investigates a double homicide that is eerily similar to a series of murders that took place 13 years ago. Meanwhile, Watson visits Sherlock's former rehab center to learn more about him.

Park Avenue: Money, Power and the American Dream (2am, UNC-TV) - Set your DVR for this one: an Independent Lens film looking at income disparity in the U.S., comparing 740 Park Avenue in Manhattan, which has the largest concentration of billionaires in the world, to an impoverished area of the South Bronx five miles away.

What to Watch on Thursday: 'Burn Notice' resumes with escape from Panama

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Stefan and Klaus form an unusual alliance to deal with the danger that Connor unleashes on the town that includes taking Jeremy, Matt and April hostage. Meanwhile, Shane tries to help Bonnie get past her fear and guilt.

Glee (9pm, Fox) - Auditions for the school production of "Grease" begin with Marley, Jake, Kitty and football player Ryder competing for the leading roles. Meanwhile, New Directions alumni Mercedes and Mike return to help cast the show, and Will faces a tough decision.

Burn Notice (9pm, USA) - In the two-hour fall premiere, the gang cook up a hijacking scheme in order to escape from Panama, while Michael (Jeffrey Donovan, far right) tries to skirt a Panamanian drug runner.

Parks and Recreation (9:30pm, NBC) - Leslie is apprehensive about meeting Ben's divorced parents for the first time. Also, Tom turns to Jean-Ralphio for help pitching his new business venture to Ron.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - A governor seeks revenge after his wife is raped, and then he wants Olivia to do damage control. Then, Cyrus' husband prepares to return to his career as a political journalist, a move that blindsides Cyrus and Fritz.

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - Holmes investigates a plane crash and tries to prove that the disaster was not an accident after he becomes convinced that one of the victims died before the plane went down. Also, Watson tries to get Holmes to meet with his elusive father.

The League (10:30pm, FX) - Kevin runs into NFL quarterback Ryan Fitzgerald at a charity event. Later, the guys attempt to determine who among them is the smartest.

What to Watch on Thursday: Ron Swanson trick-or-treats on 'Parks & Rec'

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Connor attempts to uncover town secrets and tries to convince Jeremy to help him. Meanwhile, Elena finds it difficult to control her anger when Rebekah arrives at school.

Big Bang Theory (8pm, CBS) - Leonard tries a scientific approach to seducing Penny. Former astronaut Buzz Aldrin has a cameo.

30 Rock (8pm, NBC) - Liz and Jack square off in a political battle to influence voters in the 2012 presidential election.

Person of Interest (9pm, CBS) - Reese and Finch face an ethical dilemma when the Machine gives them the number of a mob enforcer who's in danger.

Parks and Recreation (9:30pm, NBC) - Halloween brings some upsetting news for Leslie in the form of a job offer for Ben. At the same time, Ron (Nick Offerman, left) and Andy go trick-or-treating with Diane's (Lucy Lawless, left) daughters, while Tom looks for a new business venture.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - The parents of a missing college student seek help from the firm, while David gets unexpected assistance with a case he's investigating. Also, Mellie wields her political influence, creating tension for Fritz.

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - A Wall Street executive dies from an apparent heroin overdose, but Holmes isn't convinced. Meanwhile, Watson starts dating again.

What to Watch on Thursday: '30 Rock' proves women are funny

The Big Bang Theory (8pm, CBS) - Wolowitz is disappointed when he doesn't receive a hero's welcome upon his return from space, while game night degenerates into a pitched battle of the sexes.

30 Rock (8pm, NBC) - Liz (Tina Fey, right) clashes with Tracy and sets out to prove to him that women are indeed funny. Liz must also protect Jenna from negative publicity, while Jack takes a shot at an offbeat dating strategy.

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - The plane crash survivors face a difficult choice that will have far-reaching effects.

Ethel (9pm, HBO) - A profile of Ethel Kennedy, widow of former Senator Robert F. Kennedy, features her recollections of political campaigns, her conservative roots, and her husbands death. The film, directed by Rory Kennedy, Ethel and Robert's youngest child, features interviews with seven of their 11 children. Adrienne reviews.

Parks and Recreation (9:30pm, NBC) - Leslie responds to an STD outbreak among Pawnee high schoolers by conducting her own sex-education class. At the same time, Tom finds himself gadget-less and turning to Ron for help in coping with life without technology.

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - A child is abducted by a serial killer known as the Balloon Man, who leaves a signature batch of balloons at each of his crime scenes.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - An overly suspicious government employee shocks the team with a case involving top-ranking people, Meanwhile, lingering questions about Quinn's past cause trouble at the firm, and Olivia's ex-boyfriend reappears.

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