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What to Watch on Tuesday: Buble Christmas and 'Sons of Anarchy' finale

A Michael Bublé Christmas (8pm, NBC) - Singer Michael Bublé presides over a holiday variety show featuring Justin Bieber, Kellie Pickler (left), Thalia, Tracy Morgan, Ed Helms, the Puppini Sisters, and Naturally 7.

A Night at the Movies: Merry Christmas! (8pm, Turner Classic Movies) - A look at holiday-themed movies and behind the scenes info and interviews with Chevy Chase, Margaret O'Brien, Chaz Palminteri, Zack Ward, and Brian Henson.

On thin Ice: Into the Arctic (9pm, Animal Planet) - Explorer Bruce Parry examines the lives and cultures of people living above the Arctic Circle in Alaska, Siberia and Greenland, and how they are adapting to a changing world.

New Girl (9pm, Fox) - I'm trying to start a movement to get this show renamed "Schmidt" and the focus of it altered accordingly. Tonight, Schmidt weasels his way into his boss's baby shower to compete with his office female counterpart. This will be way funnier than anything Jess is doing tonight.

Raising Hope (9:30pm, Fox) - Jimmy and his coworker Frank realize they were both bullied by the same guy in high school, but their plot go get revenge on him doesn't work out like they'd hoped.

Sons of Anarchy (10pm, FX) - In the fourth season finale, Jax (Charlie Hunnan, right) must overcome major obstacles to complete the gun deal with the Irish and the cartel.

Covert Affairs (10pm, USA) - In the Season 2 finale, Annie and Danielle's vacation in Stockholm turns dangerous when Danielle is mistaken for a spy, putting her life in jeopardy.

Moonshiners (10pm, Discovery) - The premiere of a new reality series chronicling the adventures of those who illegally distill their own moonshine deep in Appalachia and the local authorities who pursue them. They throw in a little history of the bootleg whiskey tradition from the 1790's through the origins of NASCAR, and the first few episodes feature some clips of Popcorn Sutton (read more about the series). Another episode airs Wednesday night at 10, the regular timeslot for subsequent episodes.

What to Watch on Tuesday: The first Rudolph sighting!

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (8pm, CBS) - The season's first broadcast network sighting of Rudolph! Burl Ives narrates this animated musical classic, first telecast in 1964.

Raising Hope (9pm, Fox) - The National Invention Convention Extravaganza welcomes submissions to compete for a cash prize, so Burt teams with a neighbor to make flavored yogurts and Jimmy and Sabrina work on a better baby mop. Andrew Dice Clay guest stars as himself.

Parenthood (10pm, NBC) - Crazy times for some 'Parenthood' couples: a frazzled Kristina and Adam put Max's safety in danger, Crosby and Jasmine try to make sense of their complicated relationship, and Sarah and Mark consider their future. Also, Julia puts some distance between herself and Zoe.

Body of Proof (10pm, ABC) - A classroom discovers the body of a murdered young woman in place of a medical-school cadaver, and Megan enlists a prize student to help solve the case.

Sons of Anarchy (10pm, FX) - In part one of a two-part Season 4 finale, Jax faces a new challenge that threatens his family and SAMCRO.

Victoria Secret Fashion Show (10pm, CBS) - Kanye West, Nicki Minaj and Maroon 5 perform as scantily clad supermodels prance down the runway.

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: Robin Roberts interviews Scotty McCreery

Vietnam in HD (9pm, History) - This three-part series explores the history of the Vietnam War that includes restored rare footage. Part one begins with the arrival of U.S. Combat forces in 1965 and the Battle of Ia Drang.

Raising Hope (9:30pm, Fox) - A 13-year-old kid's obsession with Sabrina drives Jimmy nuts, and Burt and Virginia wonder how to get Maw Maw's gold tooth back after she swallows it.

All Access Nashville (10pm, ABC) - Robin Roberts visits with a bunch of country music stars, including Scotty McCreery, who Roberts spent time with in Garner. She also talks to Kenny Chesney, Faith Hill, and Keith Urban, in addition to Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush of Sugarland, who are interviewed at the site of August's Indiana stage-collapse tragedy.

Parenthood (10pm, NBC) - Seth stays with Amber after his release from rehab, but the arrangement soon wears on her. (If someone had told me in previous seasons that Amber would one day be my favorite character on this show, I'd have questioned their sanity). Also, Crosby worries about Jabbar having a new father figure when Jasmine gets serious with her boyfriend. (If someone had told me last season that I'd still be hating Jasmine this season, I'd have totally believed them).

Sons of Anarchy (10pm, FX) - Jax and Tara taste life after SAMCRO but discover just how hard it is to really escape it.

Covert Affairs (10pm, USA) - Annie tries to turn a money launderer's wife (Nina Kronjager) into a CIA asset while hunting down her husband. But the woman catches Annie following her and demands to meet with Arthur, whom she met when she was a Stasi agent.

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: Buffy's back in 'Ringer'

90210 (8pm, CW) - In the Season 4 premiere, Naomi adjusts her lower social status at college while also digesting the news of her pregnancy. Also, Adrianna wants to redeem herself and Dixon needs a place to live.

Ringer (9pm, CW) - In the series premiere, ex-stripper Bridget (Sarah Michelle Gellar), a recovering drug addict slated to testify in a murder trial, flees protective custody and reunites with her wealthy twin Siobhan, who soon disappears while on a boating excursion. In a desperate attempt to avoid the feds and mobsters now hunting her, Bridget passes herself off as Siobhan, but soon learns the new role hasn't made her safer. Read Adrienne's opinion.

Parenthood (10pm, NBC) - In the Seaon 3 premiere, Sarah approaches her 40th birthday and turns to Mr. Cyr for support. Meanwhile, Adam worries about providing for his family and considers joining Crosby in a business opportunity.

Jacqueline Kennedy: In Her Own Words (10pm, ABC) - In audio interviews conducted by historian Arthur Schlesinger Jr. not long after President John F. Kennedy was killed in November 1963, Jacqueline Kennedy talks about her life in the White House, her marriage and family, and the events faced by the Kennedy administration. Her daughter Caroline Kennedy is also interviewed by Diane Sawyer.

Sons of Anarchy (10pm, FX) - Clay makes a deal with the Mayans that won't be easy to sell to the club, and the Russians aren't exactly in his corner, either.

What to Watch on Tuesday: Christmas at the Rock, 'Anarchy' finale

Christmas in Rockefeller Center (8pm, NBC) - Natalie Morales and Al Roker host the 78th lighting of the Christmas tree in Manhattan. Scheduled performances by Mariah Carey, Sheryl Crow, Josh Groban, Jessica Simpson, Susan Boyle, Annie Lennox, Katherine Jenkins, Charice, Kylie Minogue, and Jackie Evancho.

Glee (8pm, Fox) - The glee kids head to Sectionals to compete against the Warblers and the Hipsters. Meanwhile, Emma and Carl (John Stamos) grow closer while teen romances begin to fray.

Raising Hope (9pm, Fox) - Jimmy gets Burt's idol, Smokey Floyd (Jason Lee -- you knew that guest spot was coming, right?), to help him realize the rock-and-roll dreams the elder Chance gave up when he became a father.

Detroit 1-8-7 (10pm, ABC) - Longford, Mahajan, Stone, and Sanchez investigate the slaying of a wealthy, retired auto industry executive in his palatial home, while Fitch, Washington, and Lt. Mason comfort the family of an 11-year-old bboy who was killed by a drive-by shooter.

Sons of Anarchy (10pm, FX) - In the Season 3 finale, the ATF and Russians stand in the way as the SAMCRO looks to heal old wounds.

Victoria Secret Fashion Show (10pm, CBS) - Katy Perry and Akon perform as supermodels take to the runway to showcase the company's latest lingerie.

Strange Days with Bob Saget (10pm, A&E) - Bob Saget explores America's subcultures in this new series. In tonight's opener, he travels with the Iron Order Motorcycle Club and rides in a sidecar from Kentucky to Florida. At 10:30, Saget travels with members of the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization in the Pacific Northwest as they search for Sasquatch.

What to Watch on Tuesday: 'Dancing' finale, Carol Burnett on 'Glee'

Glee (8pm, Fox) - Sue Sylvester's "Nazi-hunting" mother (Carol Burnett) visits in this new episode featuring the wedding of Kurt's father to Finn's mother. Looks like they'll have a duet. Meanwhile, Kurt makes a major decision and Rachel and Finn take a big step.

Frontline: Facing Death (9pm, UNC-TV) - An examination of how end-of-life decisions are made via the experiences of patients, loved ones, doctors, and nurses in a New York Hospital ICU.

Dancing with the Stars (9pm, ABC) - A winner is announced in the 11th season finale after the three final couples each perform two more dances -- their season favorite and an Instant Dance in the form of a cha-cha. Christina Aguilera performs in this two-hour episode.

Raising Hope (9pm, Fox) - Jimmy invites Hope's maternal grandparents (Greg Germann, Valerie Mahaffey) for Thanksgiving, but the Chances soon discover that the deceased Lucy's felonious ways may have been hereditary.

The Good Wife (10pm, CBS) - Alicia defends an alderman accused of taking a bribe from a Muslim extremist group. To prepare, Alicia review wiretap evidence and is shocked to discover that some of the tapes pertain to her.

Sons of Anarchy (10pm, FX) - With a SAMCRO family member held hostage, Jax must choose between revenge and the good of Charming.

What to Watch on Tuesday: Specials from Kathy Griffin, Russell Simmons

One Tree Hill (8pm, CW) - Brooke attempts to bond with her future mother-in-law while Julian searches for his best man. Meanwhile, Skills arrives back in town and Nathan faces problems with his new career.

Election coverage (9pm) - Election coverage begins at 9pm on NBC and Fox, 9:30pm on ABC, and 10pm on CBS. Of course, on the cable news networks (CNN, MSNBC, Fox News, CSPAN, etc), coverage will be wall-to-wall. For non-election programming, get over to cable.

Kathy Griffin: Whores on Crutches (10pm, Bravo) - Comedian Kathy Griffin's latest stand up special filmed in Temecula, California. Her targets: Bristol Palin on "Dancing with the Stars," her exchanges with Elizabeth Hasselbeck on "The View," and her mother's red carpet experience at the Emmys.

Running Russell Simmons (10pm, Oxygen) - A new reality series following hip hop and fashion mogul Russell Simmons and his band of assistants as they help manage his business dealings, family life, and party planning.

Sons of Anarchy (10pm, FX) - SAMCRO club members set out on a protection run unlike any they have been on before.

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