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What to Watch on Thursday: Finales for 'Grey's Anatomy,' 'Scandal,' 'Community, others

Community (8pm, NBC) - Three new episodes of 'Community' close out the season. First, Pierce fights for his inheritance and the study group tag along for support. Then (9) the group plan a sneak attack to loosen Chang's grip on Greendale. Finally (9:30), Jeff represents Shirley in a dispute with Pierce, who in turn, retains the services of Jeff's former colleague.

Missing (8pm, ABC) - It's finally over tonight. And no renewal. Will Becca save her son? Of course she will.

30 Rock (8:30pm, NBC) - In the Season 6 finale, Jack sets out to prove his marriage is still strong, so he plans a vow renewal with Liz officiating.

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - Season 8 ends with the doctors fighting to save themselves and each other after last week's plane crash. Also, Bailey and Ben make a decision about their relationship and Teddy gets a tempting offer.

Person of Interest (9pm, CBS) - A psychologist is in trouble and the FBI closes in on Reese in the Season 1 finale.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - Season 1 finale: When Quinn finds herself in a fix that's both tragic and compromising, Olivia and the team rush to help. Also, Cyrus turns to Olivia when an announcement shakes Fitz's presidency to its core.

The Mentalist (10pm, CBS) - In the fourth-season finale, Jane deals with his latest loss to Red John by hitting rock bottom in Las Vegas and hooking up with a cocktail waitress.

Awake (10pm, NBC) - In part one of a two-part season finale -- who are we kidding! series finale -- truths about Britten's life-altering accident begin to surface as menacing conspiracies jeopardize both of his worlds. Britten also becomes a target when he turns vigilante and pursues Det. Hawkins.

What to Watch on Thursday: Deaths on 'Community' and 'Parks and Rec'

Community 8pm, NBC) - The death of a classmate gives Britta a chance to play counselor to the others by using the psychology lessons she's recently learned, but Jeff appears unaffected by the loss. 

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Klaus tries to leave town with Elena, but he encounters resistance from a new enemy. Meanwhile, Bonnie gets Abby to help her with a difficult and dangerous spell. 

Parks and Recreation (9:30pm, NBC) - Leslie embarks on a bus tour on the final day of her campaign, but she becomes distracted by the sudden death of an important person in Pawnee. Elsewhere, Andy investigates a security threat, while Chris discovers a surprising cure for his depression. 

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - The disappearance of Amanda Tanner gives Huck an opportunity to dust off his espionage skills to find out where she is. Meanwhile, the firm defends a pilot's reputation from accusations after a commercial plane crashes with no survivors.

The Mentalist (10pm, CBS) - Lisbon encounters her ex-fiancé while investigating a surfer's homicide, and Cho has doubts about continuing his romance with Summer. 

Independent Lens: Circo (10pm, UNC-TV) - Filmmaker Aaron Schock follows the proprietors of a struggling, family-run Mexican circus as they travel the back roads of the countryside in hopes of recapturing the success of the show's earlier years. 

What to Watch on Thursday: 'Community' channels 'Law & Order'

Community (8pm, NBC) - I am so excited for this "Law & Order" spoof. When the group's science project is smashed, they launch a hunt for the culprit and hold a trial, over which the reluctant Professor Kane presides. But Jeff soon realizes there's much more to the story than anyone realizes. Chung-chung!!

30 Rock (8:30pm, NBC) - "30 Rock" tackles their second live episode (I didn't care for the first) with a plot that has Kabletown breaking the news that "TGS" will no longer be live. Liz and Jack embrace the change, believing a cheap, taped show will mean fewer headaches.

The Costco Craze: Inside the Warehouse Giant (9pm, CNBC) - A look at Costco, the warehouse chain that racks up $88 billion in annual sales. Do customers really save money by purchasing in bulk, or simply consume more? Read Adrienne's review.

Touch (9pm, Fox) - Martin's search for Teller's workshop results in another professor's poker winnings. Meanwhile, a young Italian man tries to find the love of his life.

The Mentalist (10pm, CBS) - Jane and the CBI investigate the death of a man whose charred body is found outside a cabaret where female impersonators perform.  

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - Following a surprising development in the Amanda Tanner case, former friends Olivia and Cyrus disagree and Cyrus tries to help in a probe of the personal lives of Olivia and her team.

What to Watch on Thursday: Scotty McCreery returns to perform on "Idol"

American Idol (8pm, Fox) - Garner's Scotty McCreery returns to "Idol" tonight and performs a song from his hit album.

Community (8pm, NBC) - A sandwich shop opens in the cafeteria, drawing the ire of Shirley, Pierce and Britta, who scheme to close the place down.

Touch (9pm, Fox) - Martin discovers that a homeless man's obsession with numbers is similar to Jake's, and he undertakes a series of tasks that involve African boys in a dance competition and a woman at a music festival. 

Awake (10pm, NBC) - Michael (Jason Isaacs, right) tracks a serial killer, but an FBI agent says he's as a suspect in his own case. Meanwhile, Hannah (Laura Allen, right) considers moving to Oregon and Michael's therapists believe the change will help him heal and put an end to his dreams.

The Mentalist (10pm, CBS) - The investigation of a casino worker's homicide reunites Jane with a magician he used to tour with when he was a practicing psychic.

Mary Mary (10pm, WeTV) - The debut of a new reality series following the gospel duo Mary Mary. In this first episode, a big Thanksgiving gig forces the women to make tough choices. The regular timeslot for this series will be Thursdays at 9. Check out Adrienne's review.

You're Looking at Me Like I Live Here and I Don't (2am, UNC-TV) - Set your DVRs for this Indpendent Lens documentary examining Alzheimer's disease via the day-to-day life of a  nursing home resident.

What to Watch on Thursday: Strange romance on a one-hour '30 Rock'

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Elena attends a formal ball at Klaus' newly renovated mansion and learns of a horrifying plan that could lead to numerous deaths.

30 Rock (8pm, NBC) - In a one-hour dose of "30 Rock," Liz and Criss (James Marsden, left) decide to celebrate Valentine's Day but must first purchase a new dining table. Also, Jack spends time with his mother-in-law, Jenna anticipates her first live performance on "America's Kidz Got Singing," and Lutz seeks a special person to share the holiday with.

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - It's also Valentine's Day over on "Grey's," where Lexie and Mark are babysitting for both Meredith and Derek and Callie and Arizona. Also, the ER fills with sick and/or broken romantics.

The Finder (9pm, Fox) - Walter helps an amateur magician look for his assistant, who vanished after a disappearing act, but the trail also leads to a counterfeit operation.

The Mentalist (10pm, CBS) - Jane hurries to prove a murder suspect is not guilty while the case is deliberated by a jury. Also, Cho realizes his informant may have crossed a line while trying to assist him.

What to Watch on Thursday: The alternate universe of 'Grey's Anatomy'

American Idol (8pm, Fox) - Auditions continue, but also, Madonna previews her new music video featuring Nicki Minaj and M.I.A.

Parks and Recreation (8:30pm, NBC) - Leslie makes it her mission to find Ann a date for Valentine's Day. Meanwhile, Ben turns to Ron for help in figuring out Leslie's elaborate Valentine scavengar hunt, and Chris is troubled by the status of his love life.

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - In an alternate reality episode, Meredith dreams about "what ifs" in a series of flashbacks: What if her mother didn't get Alzheimers and Meredith was a happy, well-adjusted person? What if she hadn't met Derek in a bar and he stayed married to Addison? What if Alex was a geek? What if ...  (Hey, at least they aren't singing in this one!).

The Union (9pm, HBO) - Cameron Crowe's tribute to the collaboration between Elton John and Leon Russell, who was John's mentor in the 1970s, as they reunite nearly 40 years later to record their 2010 album. 

Daisy Bates: First Lady of Arkansas (10pm, UNC-EX) - An Independent Lens documentary looking at the life of Daisy Bates, who led the integration of public schools in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1957. Read more about the "Daisy Bates" documentary and other air times.

The Mentalist (10pm, CBS) - A fallen fashion designer mounting a comeback is murdered, and agent Darcy continues her manhunt for Red John.

I Just Want My Pants Back (11pm, MTV) - A new series about a twentysomething navigating the ups and downs of post-collegiate life in Brooklyn. In tonight's premiere, Jason Strider has his heart -- and his most beloved pair of blue jeans -- stolen by a one night stand.

What to Watch on Thursday: FX animation and Grammer returns to '30 Rock'

30 Rock (8pm, NBC) - Liz is forced to do damage control when a crude rant by Tracy leaks on the Internet. Also, Kenneth and Jenna once again enlist Kelsey Grammer (playing himself) to help with a problem.

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Bonnie is reunited with her estranged mother, and Klaus negotiates with Stefan to control the coffins of his family members.

Parks & Recreation (8:30pm, NBC) - Leslie and Ben clash while working on her first campaign ad. Elsewhere, Chris tries to befriend Ron, making Ron very uncomfortable. Paul Rudd guest stars as the candidate challenging Leslie.

The Mentalist (10pm, CBS) - Jane investigates the death of a mob boss's son, and Van Pelt is haunted by memories of O'Laughlin's shooting. NOTE: This follows the Boston College vs. NCSU basketball game on WRAL. If the game goes over, "The Mentalist" will be joined in progress. This also means CBS's 8 p.m. through 10 p.m. shows ("Big Bang Theory," "Rob" and "Person of Interest") will be preempted. Here's the basic rule of thumb for finding your shows whenever this happens with WRAL programming.

American Stuffers (10pm, Animal Planet) - This bizarre series follows a family of taxidermists in Romance, Arkansas. Tonight, a job to preserve a Chihuahua comes with a thinly veiled threat from the deceased dog's owner, who may or may not be joking.

Archer (10pm, FX) - In the Season 3 premiere, Sterling is upset when he learns that Mallory is dating his hero (and man-crush) Burt Reynolds, who provides his own voice. He's more upset about that than he is about the fact that a Cuban hit squad is out to get him.

Unsupervised (10:30pm, FX) - A new animated comedy about two teen best friends with no parental supervision. In tonight's premiere, Gary and Joel want to hook up with girls but realize that they're considered just kids, so they set out to change their image.

What to Watch on Thursday: Katie Couric wraps the year

Charlie Brown Christmas (8pm, ABC) - If you missed it last week, the 1965 animated classic is on again.

The Year with Katie Couric (9pm, ABC) - The prize for first year-end review of the end of the year goes to Katie Couric! Produced in conjunction with People magazine, topics range from the world's economic difficulties to the killing of Osama bin Laden to the Kardashians.

Selling Spelling Manor (9pm, HGTV) - Candy Spelling, widow of TV producer Aaron Spelling, leads of a tour of her 56,500-square-foot California mansion, which she sold this summer for $85 million (she was asking $150 million). Spelling downsized to a nice condo.  

Burn Notice (10pm, USA) - In the Season 5 finale, Michael receives his biggest CIA mission yet just as Anson's plans kick into high gear.

The Mentalist (10pm, CBS) - Jane almost drowns while investigating a fireman's murder, and he loses his memory, which reverts him back to his old con man personality.

Prime Suspect (10pm, NBC) - What's this?! An unaired "Prime Suspect"?! Yes, please! Jane investigates the death of a Jewish diamond dealer, and Matt surprises Jane with a celebration after he receives a big job.

Today's giveaway ... well, you know what I'm thinking

Today begins our holiday giveaway extravaganza in which we unload much of what we've gathered because we want you to keep watching TV.

And so, we offer the complete third season DVD of "The Mentalist," the hit Simon Baker-led CBS show. This is the season with the Red John arc; that's the serial killer who killed Patrick Jane's family.

Special features include an expert panel of 'world-class' criminologists devising a profile of Red John and taking us into his mind. And the "Red Moon" episode directed by Baker, giving his perspective from both sides of the camera. Plus there are unaired scenes!

1,022 minutes of TV watching! Just send an email by 9 p.m. tonight (12/6) and we'll have a random drawing.

What to Watch on Thursday: 'Bones' is back and it's baby time

The Vampire Diaries (8pm, CW) - Elena and Rebekah engage in a power struggle, until Rebekah reveals her family's ancient secrets and violent past with Klaus.

Parks and Recreation (8:30pm, NBC) - A local group predicts the end of the world is near, so Tom decides to throw a huge party and April helps Andy check items off his "bucket list."

Bones (9pm, Fox) - In the Season 7 premiere, the team investigate the death of a woman with a history of amnesia, disappearances and head trauma, and whose corpse is found in a shallow grave. Meanwhile, Booth and a pregnant Brennan discuss their living arrangements once the baby is born.

Grey's Anatomy (9pm, ABC) - George's mother (Debra Monk) returns to Seattle Grace after undergoing a botched surgery at another hospital, and the doctors reminisce about their late colleague.

Prime Suspect (10pm, NBC) - Duffy attempts to give a hit-and-run case to Jane when he thinks it can't be solved, and the clues in the case lead Jane and Evrard to a porn king.

Burn Notice (10pm, USA) - In the midseason premiere, Michael and Fiona plan to abduct a hacker in Puerto Rico to obtain his software, but the man has several other enemies to contend with.

The Mentalist (10pm, CBS) - A serial killer case hits close to home for Jane when he meets a blogger obsessed with the killer and who has devoted his life to finding the person.

The League (10:30pm, FX) - Jenny forgets a special anniversary she shares with Kevin, and Taco sets up an offline social network he calls My Face.

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