Amazing Race 20 (8pm, CBS) - In the two-hour finale, the final four teams race through Japan before traveling to Honolulu, where the winners claim the $1 million prize.

Between Two Ferns (8:30pm, Comedy Central) - Zach Galifianakis interviews Comedy Awards nominees in "Between Two Ferns: A Fairytale of New York," with appearances by Tina Fey, Jon Stewart and Sir Richard Branson.

Masterpiece Mystery: Sherlock (9pm, UNC-TV) - The second series of Masterpiece Mystery's excellent "Sherlock" opens with "A Scandal in Belgravia," in which idiosyncratic sleuth becomes a media sensation because of Watson's blog. Sherlock is asked by his brother to retrieve scandalous photos ofa  British royal from a dominatrix. The case soon involves international terrorism, CIA agents, and a matter Holmes is decidedly unfamiliar with: love.

The Celebrity Apprentice (9pm, NBC) - The remaining contestants (that includes Clay Aiken) produce a four-page print ad for a digital touch-screen hair dryer. Returning apprentices John Rich and Marlee Matlin then interview the final four and Donald Trump fires two.

The Big C (9:30, Showtime) - Cathy goes all out to impress the birth parents of the child she hopes to adopt and Joy wants Paul to go before a live audience and relate his near-death experience.

Veep (10pm, HBO) - Selina celebrates 20 years in Washington but tries to keep a low profile after a newspaper article paints her as a diva.

GCB (10pm, ABC) - The first season concludes with Carlene taking the GCBs to a groundbreaking ceremony for the Condos for Christian Living, and Amanda's suspicions concerning Luke lead to a surprising discovery about Ripp.

Meet Mrs. Eastwood (10:30pm, E!) - A preview of the new reality show that chronicles the lives of Clint Eastwood's wife, Dina, and their two daughters Francesca and Morgan.

The Good Wife (9pm, CBS) - The third season ends with Lockhart and Gardner facing bankruptcy as Louis Canning (Michael J. Fox) and Patti Hyholm (Martha Plimpton) join forces to sink the firm. Meanwhile, Alicia faces her conflicted feelings about Peter, and Kalinda's past catches up with her.

Breakout Kings (9pm, A&E) - In the Season 2 finale, the gang track a fugitive who used to perform in the circus as an escape artist. Later, they have a difficult choice when a case they're barred from being involved in turns personal.

Mad Men (9pm, AMC) - Don, Roger and Pete team up to recruit new clients, and Sally lends a hand to a relative.

Game of Thrones (9pm, HBO) - The Baratheon rivalry ends, drawing different reactions from Catelyn and Littlefinger. Also Tyrion finds Joffrey's defense plan at King's Landing lacking, but also learns of a mysterious secret weapon.

TV Land Awards (9pm, TV Land) - Kelly Ripa hosts the 10th annual ceremony, which honors revered shows and stars from TV's past. Tonight, the show receiving the Impact Award is my all-time favorite, "Murphy Brown" (cast at left). Also honored, "One Day at a Time," "Laverne & Shirley," "In Living Color," and "Pee-wee's Playhouse."

The Celebrity Apprentice (9pm, NBC) - A very close call for Clay Aiken in the boardroom last week. Tonight, Clay clashes with Dayana Mendoza and loses it. Should be fun to watch.

The Big C (9:30pm, Showtime) - Cathy embraces new changes in her personal life, and Adam and Andrea deal with their personal issues in their own way.

GCB (10pm, ABC) - Amanda assemblese an all-female barbecue team for a cook-off. Meanwhile, Heather meets a handsome butcher and Sharon helps Zack with his dealership problems.

Veep (10pm, HBO) - The Veep is unexpectedly called to the White House Situation Room and later falls victim to a stomach bug that's going around.

Titanic: The Final Word with James Cameron (8pm, NGC) - National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence James Cameron, who also directed the blockbuster "Titanic" film, assembles the world's leading experts on the sunken ship to investigate lingering mysteries of how and why the "unsinkable" ship sank.

Nurse Jackie (9pm, Showtime) - Season 4 opens as the hospital has been taken over by a multinational corporation and placed in the care of a no-nonsense doctor (Bobby Cannavale) who is eager to make changes to the hospital and staff. Meanwhile, Kevin and Jackie have split and Jackie's troubling encounter with a fellow drug user (Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong) helps propel her into rehab. I got to watch nearly the whole season and it's worth sticking with.

Great Expectations (9pm, UNC-TV) - The conclusion of newest version of the Charles Dickens classic. Tonight, Pip is in London, where his guardian explains his allowance. In time he learns the ways of gentlemen, and he falls further in love with Estella.

The Killing (9pm, AMC) - Sarah searches for Rosie's backpack, while Richmond comes to grips with his diagnosis of paralysis, and Mitch finally turns up.

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Terra Nova (8pm, Fox) - The two-hour premiere of the much anticipated adventure drama from Steven Spielberg. Jason O'Mara ("Life on Mars") stars as a Chicago cop from the 22nd century who travels 85 million years into the past to give his family a better shot at survival (the 2149 earth has become almost unlivable due to overpopulation and pollution). Not usually my kind of show, but I found the pilot to be really exciting. Here's my review. I say give it a shot.

Gossip Girl (8pm, CW) - In the Season 5 opener, Serena makes a big mistake at her new job in Hollywood. Later, Chuck and Nate meet up with her in LA, where Nate is captivated by an older woman (Elizabeth Hurley).

Hart of Dixie (9pm, CW) - A new series about a cold New York City doctor (Rachel Bilson) who moves to a small town in Alabama and gets a dose of humility. The pilot was shot in Wilmington, but should you watch? Adrienne says ...

Mike & Molly (9:30pm, CBS) - In the second season premiere, the engagement honeymoon is over when Molly starts wedding planning while Mike just wants to go fishing with the guys.

Weeds (10pm, Showtime) - In tonight's season finale, Silas is out for revenge against his mom, and there's a big showdown between Nancy and her sister.

The Big C (10:30pm, Showtime) - In this season finale, Cathy decides to run a marathon to honor her dearly departed Lee, and what awaits her at the finish line will upend her life.

Also tonight, "2 Broke Girls" (which is kind of funny!) moves into its regular 8:30pm timeslot (CBS), and new episodes of "Playbunny Club" (10pm, NBC) and "Castle" (10pm, ABC).

Paradise Lost: Child Murders at Robin Hood Hills (8pm, HBO) - A re-airing of the 1993 documentary that first drew attention to the trial of the three teenagers convicted in the gruesome murders of three little boys in West Memphis, Arkansas. The convicted men were set free earlier this month. The sequel to this documentary airs tomorrow night.

The Closer (9pm, TNT) - Brenda reaches out to Capt. Raydor for help in a twist-filled case involving a murder-for-hire scheme, a formidable drug cartel, and allegations of police brutality. Elsewhere, squad members are deposed in regard to the lawsuit against Brenda and the department.

Warehouse 13 (9pm, Syfy) - Stukowski is interrogated by Warehouse agents after they learn she was using artifacts to kill regents, who are the secret protectors of the Warehouse.

CIA Confidential: 9/11 Mastermind (10pm, NGC) - The manhunt for alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who eluded the CIA for a decade, is documented. NGC's interview with former President George W. Bush about 9/11 repeats at 8 p.m., just before this one.

Weeds (10pm, Showtime) - Nancy, Andy, and Silas plot revenge against Emma (Michelle Trachtenberg) after she gets the best of them in a business deal.

The Big C (10:30pm, Showtime) - Cathy offers to help Lee (Hugh Dancy) put a dent in his bucket list, and Adam accompanies Poppy (Parker Posey) to her high school reunion.

Fireworks

A Capital Fourth (8pm, UNC-TV) - Jimmy Smits hosts a celebration and fireworks display in honor of America's 235th birthday. The special features Josh Groban, Steve Martin and the Deep Canyon Rangers, Little Richard, Jordin Sparks, Matthew Morrison, Broadway's Kelli O'Hara, and the National Symphony Orchestra under the direction of conductor Jack Everly. Live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capital. Repeats at 9:30.

Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular (9pm, NBC) - Nick Lachey anchors live coverage of Manhattan's celebration and fireworks display with performances by Beyonce and Brad Paisley. Repeats at 10pm.

Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular (10pm, CBS) - Lionel Richie performs live with the Boston Pops under the direction of conductor Keith Lockhart at the Charles River Esplanade. The show's finale includes an explosive fireworks display accompanied by the "1812 Overture." Michael Chiklis hosts.

News 14 Carolina will also broadcast local fireworks live this evening. Raleigh's fireworks show will begin around 9:45 p.m. News 14 will also show the Charlotte fireworks, which start around 9:30.

Other stuff

Citizen U.S.A.: A 50 State Road Trip (9pm, HBO) - Filmmaker Alexandra Pelosi's patriotic travelogue crisscrosses the country to attend naturalization ceremonies in all 50 states and listens to recent immigrants from around the world explain their decision to become American citizens. The film was inspired by the naturalization process experienced by Pelosi's Dutch-born husband, Michael Vos, and includes remarks from former Secretaries of State Madeleine Albright and Henry Kissinger, commentator Arianna Huffington, and rock star Gene Simmons.

Hoarders (9pm, A&E) - Tonight's episode is a follow-up show that looks at the progress of people who were profiled during the show's second season. Cary organization specialist Geralin Thomas appears with some of her clients.

Single Ladies (9pm, VH1) - A trainer pushes Keisha to the limit in more ways than one, and Val is tired of bad first dates and decides to swear off men for awhile. Also, newscaster Sharon Love (Queen Latifah) lets a secret about Val slip.

Teen Wolf (10pm, MTV) - Scott tries to control his transformations so he can spend more (safe) time with Allison. Also, Derek continues trying to make Scott his ally.

Weeds (10pm, Showtime) - Nancy tries to adjust to live in New York City and gets a surprise when Andy and Shane unexpectedly show up, fresh from Copenhagen.

The Big C (10:30pm, Showtime) - Cathy tries dabbling in the supernatural after she's unsuccessful at scoring a spot in a clinical trial for a new cancer treatment overseen by a renowned oncologist, played by Alan Alda.

Gone (8pm, Lifetime) - A nurse (Molly Parker) refuses to give in when her daughter is kidpanpped and the abductor demands the  murder of a patient for the girl's return. In her quest to rescue the child, she discovers a conspiracy led by corrupt city officials and cops.

Basketball Wives (8pm, VH1) - Evelyn and Tami feud, which hangs a dark cloud over a trip to New York. Meanwhile, Jen lines up a date on the rebound from Eric, and Evelyn mends fences with her long-absent father.

Hot Coffee (9pm, HBO) - An eye-opening documentary about the U.S. legal system using the infamous McDonalds "hot coffee" lawsuit as one of the examples. Adrienne says "everyone should watch this." Read her full review.

Weeds (10pm, Showtime) - Season 7 opens three years after the end of Season 6, picking up after Nancy (Mary-Louise Parker, right) has done a stint in federal prison and has been paroled to New York City. She's placed on probation at a halfway house, but looking for an opportunity to reunite with the men in her life -- and get back in the game.

The Big C (10:30pm, Showtime) - In the Season 2 premiere, Cathy seeks a second opinion about her cancer, which doesn't sit well with Dr. Todd. Meanwhile, Sean discovers that his sister is battling cancer while he's dealing with the growing pains of living with a pregnant Rebecca.

Law & Order: Los Angeles (10pm, NBC) - A tragic birthday party, in which the guests were beaten to death by uninvited visitors, kicks off a probe which leads detectives to a party-goer who escaped the carnage. Didn't this show already have a "carnage at birthday party" episode this season?

Teen Wolf (10pm, MTV) - There's another animal attack involving Lydia and Jackson, raising more questions about wild animals. Meanwhile, Scott and Allison skip school and Derek must deal with the werewolf hunters on his own.

How I Met Your Mother (8pm, CBS) - Ted meets Zoey's husband, the Captain (Kyle McLachlan), when the gang attends a fundraiser at the Natural History Museum.

Matt Lauer Reports (8pm, NBC) - Matt Lauer interviews former president George W. Bush, who talks about his new memoir, "Decision Points."

Hawaii Five-0 (10pm, CBS) - Danny's ex-partner in the Honolulu Police Department is murdered and his body is found in a barbecue pit during a luau. The investigation reveals the death may be connected to corrupt cops and a powerful cocaine cartel.

The Big C (10:30pm, Showtime) - Cathy's decision to embark on a nontraditional treatment for her cancer leads her and Dr. Todd to the unconventional Bee Man, played by Liam Neeson (right). Meanwhile, Adam gets relationship advice from Sean, and Paul's support of Cathy (Laura Linney) becomes a bit overbearing.

Conan (11pm, TBS) - It's finally here. Conan O'Brien's new late night talk show debuts with guests Seth Rogan and Lea Michele, and a performance by Jack White. Andy Richter is back as Conan's sidekick and Jimmy Vivino conducts the house band.

House (8pm, Fox) - House and Cuddy must reexamine their relationship after a visit from House's massage therapist.

The Event (9pm, NBC) - To stop a biological threat, authorities must break Sophia during interrogations. And Hal Holbrook (right) comes onboard tonight as a villainous businessman with knowledge of classified intelligence who butts heads with the President. You know what's hard? Trying to find a picture of Hal Holbrook looking sinister.

Reviving Ophelia (9pm, Lifetime) - A new movie about two sisters (Jane Kaczmarek and Kim Dickens) who support each other as they raise very different teenage daughters, one of whom is in an abusive relationship. Based on the novel by Mary Pipher. Adrienne's review.

Castle (10pm, ABC) - Castle suggest "time travel" as a possible element in the murder of a mathematician shot by a 200-year-old bullet.

Weeds (10pm, Showtime) - The Botwins borrow a page from "Breaking Bad" and move their drug business into an RV, which they park at an old movie set that once depicted a frontier town.

The Big C (10:30pm, Showtime) - Lenny asks Cathy to accompany him to an art opening in the Bahamas, but Paul has planned a surprise party for her and has invited her eccentric college friend, played by Cynthia Nixon.

Miss Universe Pageant (8pm, NBC) - The 59th annual beauty competition (no pretense here about scholarships!) is hosted by rocker Bret Michaels and Today correspondent Natalie Morales. Music from John Legend and The Roots. Celebrity judges include Criss Angel, William Baldwin, Evan Lysacek, Jane Seymour, and Chazz Palminteri. Donald Trump will also be there with his spray-on tan.

If God is Willin' and Da Creek Don't Rise (9pm, HBO) - Part one of Spike Lee's two-part follow-up to his Katrina documentary, "When the Levees Broke." The cruel people at HBO neglected to send us a screener, but we're pretty sure it's worthwhile.

Bond of Silence (9pm, Lifetime) - A widow (Kim Raver) tries to solve the mystery of her husband's death, which occurred while he was trying to quiet down a teen party, but no one involved is talking. Based on a true story. Read Adrienne's review.

Real Housewives of New Jersey (10pm, Bravo) - Tonight is the first part of the two-part season finale. Everyone is intent on banishing Danielle from their lives. The big showdown tonight is Caroline vs. Danielle.

The Big C (10pm, Showtime) - The realization of how little time she has left leaves Cathy (Laura Linney) with an inclination to appreciate and explore her body for the first time. She tells Paul (Oliver Platt) she wants to live apart for the summer, but he wants to try couples therapy.

Rizzoli & Isles (10pm, TNT) - Bothered by the lack of Boston accents on this Boston-based crime dramedy? The show throws you a bone tonight by setting the crime in the middle of the Boston Marathon. See? Totally authentic. Balthazar Getty guest stars.