I feel a twinge of apprehension as I realize I'm getting hooked on another stellar FX show, so soon after being hurt by the cancellation of the network's superb "Terriers." Will I fall in love with another cast of compelling FX characters to be heartbroken when I find I'm one of only a handful of viewers?

Let's hope not, because "Lights Out," a new drama about a retired boxer contemplating a comeback, is extremely good (I recently described it to someone as "a way way way way way way way better 'Rocky V'"). And I think "Lights Out" has better odds than "Terriers" right off the bell because (a) the show's title makes sense to potential audiences, and (b) the promotions for "Lights Out" actually feature photos of a boxer (promotions for "Terriers," a show about two private detectives, inexplicably featured a picture of a dog, which made people think it was a show about, you know, a dog.).

"Lights Out" stars Holt McCallany as Patrick "Lights" Leary, a former heavyweight champ who lost his last fight (and the heavyweight title) five years earlier in a controversial decision. Under pressure from his wife, Lights retired from boxing, but that fight still haunts him.

 
FX has canceled 'Terriers.'

I'm blaming all of you.

Going to a special place in my head right now...

(And next time someone says to me, "There's nothing but crap on television," I hope I don't have a baseball bat in my hands.)

Law & Order: SVU (9pm, NBC) - Benson continues looking after a young boy entrusted in her care while also searching for his unstable, drug-addicted mother (Maria Bello). The woman's name turns up in a rape case, which Cragen assigns Fin and Munch to investigate. This is the episode that works in elements of the Duke University student's PowerPoint presentation of sexual conquests, which went viral this summer. Read more about that here.

Terriers (10pm, FX) - In the Season 1 finale, Hank, still reeling from a tragedy, is running out of ideas as he struggles to expose the Ocean Beach scandal. Meanwhile, Britt must face the consequences of his rash behavior. I'll say it again: this was the best new show of the fall TV season, and very likely to get canceled. That's a real shame.

Grammy Nominations Concert Live (10pm, CBS) - LL Cool J hosts this show announcing nominations for the 2011 Grammy Awards in key categories. Performances by Justin Bieber, B.o.B., Miranda Lambert, Bruno Mars, and Katy Perry.

Top Chef All-Stars (10pm, Bravo) - Season eight of "Top Chef" begins with the 18-person contestant pool comprised of former show hopefuls. Their first challenge is to re-create the ill-fated dish that caused their elimination during their previous stint on the show.  

Psych (10pm, USA) - A special extended episode pays homage to the cult classic show "Twin Peaks" with a Laura Palmer-esque murder and a reunion of "Twin Peaks" cast members. Read more about the special episode.

Storage Wars (10pm, A&E) - A new reality series following a team of professional buyers who buy contents of repossessed storage units sight-unseen. The first episode features the contents of a unit once belonging to rap magnate Sug Knight. Second episode at 10:30.

Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew (10pm, VH1) - Season 4 has a new batch of celebrities hoping to get sober: Leif Garrett, Jason Davis, Janice Dickinson, Jeremy London, Frankie Lons, Rachel Uchitel, and Jason Wahler.

The President's Photographer: Fifty Years Inside the Oval Office (8pm, UNC-TV) - The work of chief White House photographer Pete Souza is explored. The documentary follows him inside the Obama White House, aboard Air Force One, and backstage at the State of the Union.

Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special (8:30, NBC) - Po (voice of Jack Black) is disappointed to learn he'll have to host an even at Jade Palace on his favorite holiday, Winter Feast, which he usually spends with his father. The obligation leaves Po torn between his family traditions and the job he loves. Dustin Hoffman, Angelina Jolie, Jackie Chan, Seth Rogen, Lucy Liu, and David Cross all reprise their roles from the 2008 film.

Modern Family (9pm, ABC) - A Thanksgiving visit from Cameron's force-of-nature mother (Celia Weston) makes Mitchell nervous, Phil is distraught over Haley's breakup with Dylan, and Jay's stomach ailment worsens after he and Manny read a medical website. All the ABC sitcoms have special Thanksgiving episodes tonight.

Tina Fey: The Mark Twain Prize (9pm, UNC-TV) - Tina Fey is awarded the 13th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center in Washington. Those paying tribute: Fred Armisen, Steve Carell, Jimmy Fallon, Jon Hamm, Steve Martin, Seth Meyers, Lorne Michaels, Tracy Morgan, Amy Poehler, and Betty White.

The Biggest Loser: Where Are They Now (9pm, NBC) - Upudates on more than 30 contestants from the first nine seasons of the show.

Terriers (10pm, FX) - As Hank, Britt, and Laura Ross unravel the Ocean Beach conspiracy, they put themselves and people around them in danger. Meanwhile, Britt receives assistance from an unexpected source, and Katie learns something new about Britt.

Human Target (8pm, Fox) - In the Season 2 premiere, Chance and Guererro hatch a plant to rescue the kidnapped Winston. Meanwhile, a philanthropist (Indira Varma) fears her husband's death may be followed by her own, and a young thief sees a mentor in Guererro.

Dateline: William & Kate - A Royal Love Story (8pm, NBC) - NBC ditches one of the few remaining episodes of "Undercovers" to slap together a special on the engagement of Prince William and Kate Middleton. Everyone is trying hard to make me care about this. I just don't. I'll be watching "Human Target."

Survivor: Nicaragua (8pm, CBS) - The ten remaining castaways return to the Libertad camp only to discover that it is in ashes because of a fire.

Better with You (8:30pm, ABC) - Maddie scores Mia and Casey a meeting with an A-list wedding planner, played by Reba McEntire.

Modern Family (9pm, ABC) - A party at a restaurant for Manny's birthday makes the guest of honor anxious about his age. Cameron uses a shopping trip to the mall as a chance to meet new people. Norman Lloyd (Dr. Auschlander from "St. Elsewhere") guest stars.

Law & Order: SVU (9pm, NBC) - Stabler speaks at a Take Back the Night rally at his daughter's college campus, and the rally inspires a woman to accuse a fellow student of rape. Stabler and Benson investigate the case and ADA Paxton (Christine Lahti) is assigned to prosecute it.

Terriers (10pm, FX) - In an episode that includes flashbacks, Hank gets another chance to solve the rape case that got him fired from the police department.

CMA Awards (8pm, ABC) - The 44th Annual CMA awards show, hosted by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, features a tribute to Loretta Lynn performed by Miranda Lambert and Sheryl Crow. And get this -- Gwenyth Paltrow makes her country music singing debut. No kidding. Also, Jason Aldean duets with Kelly Clarkson, and there are other performances by Dierks Bentley, Alan Jackson, Kid Rock, Lady Antebellum, Rascal Flatts, Reba, George Strait, Sugarland, and Taylor Swift.

Circus (9pm, UNC-TV) - The latest installment finds the Big Apple Circus troupe in Virginia for the first stop on its tour, but things don't go as planned: a pivotal act is cut, forcing a last-minute reworking of the show; a company regular is diagnosed with cancer; and ticket sales are poor. The 10pm episode finds the circus at New York's Lincoln Center, where sales are brisk but the weather is uncooperative.

Law & Order: SVU (9pm, NBC) - An FBI agent (Marcia Gay Harden) is raped while working undercover, and she asks Benson to have her rape kit tested. She then quickly resumes her work to preserve her cover, and only reluctantly allows detectives to become involved in the case.

Biography: The Bee Gees (9pm, Bio Channel) - A special two-hour "Bio" on the Brothers Gibb, who were propelled to fame by the "Saturday Night Fever" soundtrack in the 70s. Features interviews with surviving brothers Barry and Robin (Maurice died in 2003), plus home movies and family photographs (including "little Andy," my personal favorite).

Harry Loves Lisa (10pm, TVLand) - In the first series finale, Harry takes command of his future after failing to land a job during pilot season, while Lisa must decide about corrective surgery to reduce the size of her lips.

Psych (10pm, USA) - Season 5 resumes as Despereaux (Cary Elwes) uses Shawn and Gus to escape from prison and pull off one last job. But his plan takes an unexpected turn when he's framed for murdering an attorney, so he has to ask Shawn and Gus for help.

Terriers (10pm, FX) - It's Gretchen's wedding day and Hank stumbles back into the conspiracy threatening Ocean Beach as he fights the urge to drink. Great, great show.

Circus (9pm, UNC-TV) - A look at the life in the circus through the prism of the Big Apple Circus opens with "First of May," in which the entertainers and crew map out a new show for a 350-performance tour. "One Ring Family" continues at 10pm with tensions at the first dress rehearsal.

Law & Order: SVU (9pm, NBC) - An environmentalist's body is found at an industrial laundry plant, and the investigation puts Benson and Stabler in danger. When more victims are discovered, Benson unexpectedly reflects on her past while bonding with a victim's daughter, played by Maria Bello.

Modern Family (9pm, ABC) - All of the ABC comedies look good tonight, but on "Modern Family," Phil is perplexed by a faulty smoke detector, Gloria and Manny pay a surprise visit to Jay at work, and Cameron tries to get Lily in a commercial.

Terriers (10pm, FX) - Listen up. "Terriers" is not about dogs. It's a great show about private detective buddies that you should all be watching. Tonight, as Gretchen's wedding nears, Hank learns some troubling information about her fiance. Also, Britt tracks down the hooker (D.J. "Shangela" Pierce) who ripped of a teenage boy. Britt also begins to suspect that Katie's odd behavior means that she's pregnant.

The Defenders (10pm, CBS) - When a Las Vegas entertainment icon is suffocated to death in his mansion and his girlfriend is charged with the crime, Pete reluctantly agrees to represent her.

In the Spotlight with Robin Roberts: All Access Nashville (10pm, ABC) - Robin Roberts interviews Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, LeAnn Rimes, and Miranda Lambert. And yes, ABC is air ing the CMA awards next week.

The Middle (8pm, ABC) - The Heck family host a foreign exchange student from Japan and are upset when the student shows absolutely no interest in the family (I know how he feels). 

Modern Familiy (9pm, ABC) - Noticing that everyone is too distracted by their electronic devices to interact with one another, Claire and Phil challenge the family to see who can go unplugged the longest. That has to be extra hard for an early adopter like Phil. Also, Cameron and Mitchell look for preschools for Lily, and Jay and Manny worry about Gloria's obsession with a neighbor's barking dog.

I am Alive: Surviving the Andes Plane Crash (9pm, History) - A 1972 plane crash in the Andes which left 17 survivors stranded for 72 days is recalled by survivor Nando Parrado. Included: survivors' photographs, dramatic re-enactments, and footage from the crash site.

Law & Order: Los Angeles (10pm, NBC) - A meth lab explodes and kills two children, prompting a search for the dealer's family. When the detectives learn that the people responsible for the explosion are plotting something more destructive, the feds become interested in the case.

Terriers (10pm, FX) - Hank and Britt befriend a college student with amnesia who has a nagging suspicion that he has done something wrong. And Britt is worried about Katie, who has suddenly become distant.

God in America (9pm, UNC-TV) - The final installment of a three part series on the mixing of religion and politics in our nation. Tonight recalls the post-World War II era when evangelist Billy Graham (left) led a religious revival that wedded faith with patriotism. Also, the Supreme Court's decision on religious expression in public schools and the rise of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Modern Family (9pm, ABC) - Claire and Mitchell vow to be honest with each other's mates, respectively, about Cameron's attire and Phil's speech at an upcoming banquet.

Cougar Town (9:30pm, ABC) - Jules learns about Grayson's fling with Laurie, but is more confused than angry. And Travis gets romantic advice from Andy.

Law & Order: Los Angeles (10pm, NBC) - A pro surfer is murdered after he returns home to care for his ailing mother, but the detectives think there's more to the case than a robbery gone wrong.

Terriers (10pm, FX) - Hank and Britt go on a wild goose chase through Ocean Beach's more colorful neighborhoods in search of an antique engagement ring.

What's Eating You? (10pm, E!) - A six-part series on eating disorders. Tonight, a dancer battles anorexia and a woman tries to suppress her bulemic tendancies.

Storm Chasers (10pm, Discovery) - The fourth season opens with Sean and his crew facing down a twister in west Texas.

Harry Loves Lisa (10pm, TV Land) - Harry Hamlin and his wife Lisa Rinna visit a couples counselor for tips on rekindling their marriage, and the counselor suggests they explore each other's interests. Harry winds up at a psychic and Lisa has to go camping.

Survivor: Nicaragua (8pm, CBS) - NaOnka and local girl Kelly Bruno engage in a small war over the hunt for the hidden immunity idol.

Modern Family (9pm, ABC) - When an earthquake strikes, Cameron and Mitchell see a way out of a costume brunch thrown by their friend Pepper, played by Nathan Lane. Also, Claire is trapped in the bathroom with a plumber and Manny undergoes a crisis of existential proportions on an outing with Jay.

Law & Order: Los Angeles (10pm, NBC) - The detectives are on the case after a cult member is stabbed to death. The cult's leader is questioned, along with the victim's cell mate and Det. Winters' wife, Lori. Terrence Howard has DA duty tonight.

Harry Loves Lisa (10pm, TV Land) - The premiere of a new reality series following the lives of married actors Harry Hamlin and Lisa Rinna. Adrienne has more about the show here.

Steven Seagal Lawman (10pm, A&E) - In the second season opener, Seagal and his team witness a head-on collision and search for a suspect in a double-homicide case.

Terriers (10pm, FX) - What is the best show on TV that you're not watching? This one. The Lindus conspiracy widens around Hank and Britt (left) in tonight's episode, as they have just 24 hours to fix the mess they're in or Mark will no longer be able to protect them (if you watched last week, you know the mess I'm referring to).

Top Chef: Just Desserts (10pm, Bravo) - Forget the challenges, watch to see which pastry chef breaks down in tears tonight. It will happen.

Also tonight, a new season of "Mythbusters" (9pm) starts tonight on Discovery, and new seasons of  "South Park" (10pm) and "Ugly Americans" (10:30pm) begin on Comedy Central. Here's a funny recap of Season 1 of "Ugly Americans."