Call the Midwife (8pm, UNC-TV) - In the Season 2 finale, Chummy and PC face several challenges (I saw the previews of them putting Chummy into an ambulance and they better not let anything happen to her!!). Also, Jenny meets a potential suitor.

Billboard Music Awards (8pm, ABC) - Tracy Morgan hosts the music gala featuring performers Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift, Pitbull, Bruno Mars and Miguel. Prince is honored with the Icon Award.

The Simpsons (8pm, Fox) - In the Season 24 finale, Homer, Moe, Lenny and Carl hit the lottery, but when Carl takes off for Iceland with the winnings, the others set off after him.

Mr. Selfridge (9pm, UNC-TV) - In the Season 1 finale, the slated lecture by explorer Ernest Shackleton is marred by a tragedy, and Harry and Rose attend a scandalous play.

ACM Presents: Tim McGraw's Superstar Summer Night (9pm, CBS) - Tim McGraw hosts a concert to support ACM Lifting Lives. Performing: Jason Aldean, the Band Perry, Taylor Swift, Keith Urban, Faith Hill and many others.

The Celebrity Apprentice (9pm, NBC) - Finalists Penn Jillette and Trace Adkins compete for the title in tonight's finale.

Family Guy (9pm, Fox) - In the Season 11 finale, Stewie and Brian hop in the time machine and head for Las Vegas and a Bette Midlerconcert. But the machine malfunctions and one of them is rendered "lucky" while the other is "unlucky."

Mad Men (10pm, AMC) - Don is disrupted by a surprise visitor, and Peggy looks for inspiration.

Veep (10pm, HBO) - Catherine's 21st birthday party becomes a forum for Selina's budget negotiation with the majority leader, but Amy an Gary are more worried how Selina will handle seeing her ex-husband.

The Borgias (10pm, Showtime) - Alexander believes his authority is being challenged when Cesare lands in northern Italy with a French army and plans to destroy the Sforza dynasty.

The Simpsons (8pm, Fox) - Lisa voices her displeasure at a hologram of music legend Bleeding Gums Murphy, and Sonny Rollins (as himself) shows up to ask her to stop boycotting the record label. Also, Grandpa is injured while babysitting Bart and then decides he'd rather be looked after by his grandson than by the nursing home.

Amazing Race 22 (8pm, CBS) - In the season finale, the final four teams continue to race in Belfast, Ireland, and former Carolina Hurricanes player Bates Battaglia and his brother Anthony (left) are in the mix. After one team is eliminated, the remaining players fly to Washington, D.C., and scour some of the city's historic landmarks for a chance to win $1 million. Will Bates and Anthony come out on top? Check back after the show for Adrienne's recap.

Mr. Selfridge (9pm, UNC-TV) - Arthur Conan Doyle convinces Harry to allow a seance to be held at the store. Also, Agnes transfers to the fashion department and develops a closer relationship with Henri.

Game of Thrones (9pm, HBO) - Robb considers a compromise to mend his alliance with House Frey. Meanwhile, Melisandre visits the Riverlands and Tywin plans strategic unions for the Lannisters.

Revenge (9pm, ABC) - Emily adjusts to being Daniel's fiancee again and plans her next move, but Aiden has trouble accepting her new role.

Nurse Jackie (9pm, Showtime) - A heavily medicated Jane Doe is brought into the ER and Jackie orders Zoey to find out her identity.

Mad Men (10pm, AMC) - Roger changes tack to make new business and Pete has an awkward run-in with a client.

The Bletchley Circle (10pm, UNC-TV) - In the Season 1 finale, the killer becomes obsessed with Susan and plants a series of false clues in order to lead her into a trap.

The Simpsons (8pm, Fox) - After Grandpa takes it on the lam from the retirement home, a frantic Homer and Marge try to track him down. Their search uncovers some surprising secrets from his past, including the revelation that he once worked at a restaurant with the late Marvin Hamlisch (who provides his own voice) and fell in love with a singer there.

The Men Who Built America (8pm, History) - In the final part of this series, the American landscape is altered by the emergence of the railroad, oil and steel industries.

The Good Wife (9pm, CBS) - Alicia and Cary (Matt Czuchry, right) travel to Washington to represent a comedian (Christina Ricci, right) who is being sued by a TV network for indecency. While there, Cary has an uneasy reunion with his father. Back in Chicago, Diane and Will question Clarke's latest strategy to help the firm get out of debt.

The Walking Dead (9pm, AMC) - Rick struggles with losing Lori (Rick, Rick, Rick. Does anyone care about poor Carl!?). At Woodbury, Michonne has her suspicions about the Governor, who throws a party with an unusual twist.

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Johnny Cash: Song by Song (8pm, Ovation) - A new music series that charts the life of Johnny Cash and tells the stories behind his most iconic songs. The premiere delves into Cash's "I Walk the Line," and includes stories about Cash trying to find his voice and how a tape recorder mistake inspires a riff. A second episode at 8:30 tells stories behind "Ring of Fire."

The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror XXIII (8pm, Fox) - Marge and Homer go back to ancient Mayan times and learn that the world will come to an end in 2012. Also, Marge as a youngster has a devil of a time after entering into a satanic pact. "Bob's Burgers" (8:30) also has a Halloween-themed episode tonight.

Call the Midwife (8pm, UNC-TV) - New nurse Chummy is a welcome arrival in episode two, but she gets off on the wrong foot with Sister Evangelina due to her inability to ride a bike. Also, Jenny meets a pregnant young runaway.
 
Steel Magnolias (9pm, Lifetime) - The lives of six African American women in Louisiana are chronicled in this pretty exact remake of the popular 1989 film. This version stars Queen Latifah, Alfre Woodard, Phylicia Rashad, Jill Scott and Adepero Oduye.

Revenge (9pm, ABC) - Emily tries to intersect her life with the Graysons' lives once again, while still maintaining a link to Amanda and her unborn baby.

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Amazing Race 21 (8pm, CBS) - In the Season 21 opener, eleven two-member teams race around the world and vie for a $1 million grand prize. Of note this season (to me at least), is that the Fabulous Beekman Boys are racing.

Call the Midwife (8pm, UNC-TV) - The first episode of a new UK series about young midwives in 1950s-era East London. In tonight's first installment, the main heroine Jenny lee, arrives to work at a convent of nursing nuns, which is a far cry from the private hospital she expected. My review.

Once Upon a Time (8pm, ABC) - In the second season opener, the fairytale characters begin to remember their past lives, yet remain in the present. Meanwhile, magic enters the town thanks to Mr. Gold, and Prince Phillip awakens a beauty named Aurora.

The Simpsons (8pm, Fox) - The family heads to New York City for the Season 24 premiere, where Bart  searches for his lost love, Mary Spuckler.  "Bob's Burgers," "Family Guy" and "American Dad" all have season premieres tonight, too.

Revenge (9pm, ABC) - In the Season 2 premiere, Emily (Emily VanCamp, right) ponders her next move as the stakes get higher. (That's right, ABC isn't letting out any details about this episode, but from the photo released, it looks like Emily has a fight on the beach.)

The Good Wife (9pm, CBS) - The fourth season begins with Kalinda's estranged husband forcing his way back into her life, and Diane and Will trying to rescue the firm from financial ruin.

Dexter (9pm, Showtime) - Season 7 picks up right where Season 6 ended: Debra catching Dexter in the act of murdering Travis. As if Dexter doesn't have enough problems, LaGuerta reopens the Bay Harbor Butcher case when new evidence surfaces. "Dexter" has a habit of waxing and waning from season to season, but from what I've seen so far, things seem to be on track for a really good one. The complex relationship between Dexter and Debra will be central this season. 

Homeland (10pm, Showtime) - Judging from the first two episodes delivered by Showtime, Season 2 of the the Emmy-winning "Homeland" looks to be just as strong as ever.  In tonight's season premiere, Brody is offered a spot on a presidential ticket, and recovering Carrie receives a disturbing request from Saul. And the cliffhanger in week's episode will have your palms sweating, desperate for more.

666 Park Avenue (10pm, ABC) - A creepy new drama about a young couple who move into an exclusive Manhattan apartment building controlled by evil supernatural forces. Should you watch? Here's my review.

The Mentalist (10pm, CBS) - In the fifth season opener, Jane tries to uncover Lorelai's link to Red John, while the CBI team up with the FBI to investigate a hotel employee's homicide.

Also tonight, new episodes of "Copper" (10pm, BBC America), "Boardwalk Empire" (9pm, HBO) and "Treme" (10pm, HBO).

The Simpsons (8pm, Fox) - In the Season 23 finale, Lisa tries to boost her popularity by ghostwriting positive things about herself on the school blog. Lady Gaga stars.

Billboard Music Awards (8pm, ABC) - Julie Bowen and Ty Burrell of "Modern Family" host, and scheduled performers include Justin Bieber, Carrie Underwood and LMFAO. Stevie Wonder recieves the Icon Award.

Bob's Burgers (8:30pm, Fox) - Gene upstages Bob during a cooking segment on the morning news in the Season 2 finale.

Jesse Stone: Benefit of the Doubt (9pm, CBS) - Tom Selleck reprises his Jesse Stone role for this new movie, in which the stoic ex-cop investigates a mob-related double homicide while he struggles to regain his former position of Paradise police chief.

Masterpiece Mystery: Sherlock (9pm, UNC-TV) - Season 2 concludes with "The Reichenbach Fall," which finds the sleuth's reputation in tatters after Moriarty pulls off three ingenious capers in a single day. He then plants seeds of doubt in the press about Sherlock's deductive abilities by making it appear that his past successes were staged. Loosely based on Arthur Conan Doyle's "The Final Problem" short story.

Family Guy (9pm, Fox) - In the season 10 finale, we get a British version of the Griffins, a comedian takes over Quahog, and the world from Stewie's point of view. And more angry chicken.

The Celebrity Apprentice (9pm, NBC) - Clay Aiken battles Arsenio Hall for top honors in tonight's finale. The two men, along with their teams of former contestants, must successfully stage their celebrity charity event. The winner is announced live.

Mad Men (10pm, AMC) - Christmas proves rewarding to many at the firm, and Harry does a good deed for a friend.

Mrs. Eastwood & Company (10pm, E!) - The official premiere of the new reality series following the lives of Clint Eastwood's wife Dina and daughters Francesca and Morgan.

Veep (10pm, HBO) - Selina becomes obsessed with bloggers' nicknames for her.

"The Simpsons" already surpassed TV Legend status back in February when it aired its 500th episode on Fox. Today, the show (or at least, the characters on the show) reach another milestone: April 19, 1987 marks 25 years since the Simpson family of Springfield first appeared on television during an episode of the "The Tracey Ullman Show."

In all, 48 video shorts featuring Homer and Bart and the rest of the yellow-skinned clan, ran on "The Tracey Ullman Show" until the cartoon family got their own show on Fox. "The Simpsons" premiered on December 17, 1989.

To mark today's anniversary, we give you Duke professor Harris Cooper, an expert on education policy who happens to also be a bit of an expert on "The Simpsons."

Once Upon a Time (8pm, ABC) - Emma learns more about Henry's theories and the people of Storybrooke, while Mayor Regina uses a gift of apples to encourage her to leave the town. In the fairytale world, the Evil Queen makes a deal with Rumplestiltskin (Robert Carlyle, left) to get the curse she needs.

The Simpsons (8pm, Fox) - In Treehouse of Horror XXII, Homer gets his arm caught in a boulder in an isolated canyon, where's paralyzed by can communicate via natural gases. Mountain climber Aron Ralston provides his own voice.

Allen Gregory (8:30pm, Fox) - A new animated series about an arrogant and mature-beyond-his-years seven-year-old (voiced by Jonah Hill) who must attend public school after one of his fathers makes a bad investment. Check out Adrienne's review.

The Walking Dead (9pm, AMC) - The group await Shane's return from the school, unaware that he's trapped and surrounded by zombies. Meanwhile, Daryl and Andrea continue to scour the woods for Sophia.

The Good Wife (9pm, CBS) - It's the season of the ex-wife on "The Good Wife." This time, Eli's ex (Parker Posey) asks him to vet her for a possible political campaign.

Case Histories (9pm, UNC-TV) - The third episode in this series finds Scottish PI Jackson Brodie acquiring a teen partner (Gwyneth Keyworth) who wants him to find her missing employer in exchange for having saved his life after he's involved in a train wreck. Based on the stories of Kate Atkinson.

Homeland (10pm, Showtime) - Carrie believes her suspicions about Brody may be proven correct when he confronts the sole survivor of the insurgents who held him hostage. But the reunion ultimately raises even more questions. This series, filmed partially in Charlotte, was just renewed for a second season.

Pan Am (10pm, ABC) - Katie is given a difficult mission involving Yugoslavian diplomat Niko Lonza (Goran Visnjic), and Maggie fights to keep her job after she's accused of insubordination.

Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (8pm, ABC) - First Lady Michelle Obama appears in this Season 9 premiere, which features the residence for homeless female veterans in Fayetteville. The Steps-N-Stages Jubiliee house was founded by Navy veteran Barbara Marshall, and was renovated with the help of armed forces members and the Godfrey Group of Durham. Photos from the construction.

Amazing Race 19 (8pm, CBS) - The 19th season begins with 11 two-team members, including former "Survivor" winners Ethan Zohn and Jenna Morasca. The show introduces a new "hazard" penalty this season.

The Simpsons (8pm, Fox) - The Season 23 premiere has Homer involved in a terrorist plot and features Kiefer Sutherland as a security guard. Meanwhile, Marge dreams of being on "Top Chef," so Tom Colicchio lends his voice.

Cleveland Show (8:30pm, Fox) - In the Season 3 premiere, Cleveland is upset when Peter (Seth McFarlane) comes to town and doesn't look him up, she goes camping with Ric Flair.

Boardwalk Empire (9pm, HBO) - Lots of trouble all around for Nucky Thompson in tonight's second season premiere. Nucky (Steve Buscemi) must try to play peacemaker after Chalky has a dangerous run-in with the KKK, and must also try to dodge the feds, who are still after him. Meanwhile, Al Capone looks to expand the illegal booze business in and around Chicago, and Agent Nelson Van Alden's wife comes for a visit.

The Good Wife (9pm, CBS) - Season 3 opens with Alicia defending a Muslim student accused of murdering a Jewish classmate. Look for the animosity between Alicia and Peter to heat up this season. And based on this new poster, look for the romance between Alicia and Will to heat up as well.

Desperate Housewives (9pm, ABC) - The eighth and final season begins with the ladies and Carlos trying to dispose of the body of Gaby's evil stepfather after Carlos killed him to protect Gaby.

Family Guy (9pm, Fox) - The Griffins are broke as Season 11 opens, but Peter has a plan to turn that around: the purchase of 200,000 lottery tickets.

American Dad (9:30pm, Fox) - In the seventh season premiere, Stan buys a singing hot tub. Cee-Lo Green provides his own voice and that of the hot tub.

Pan Am (10pm, ABC) - A new series following the adventures of stewardesses and pilots during the glamorous 1960s "Jet Age." The show is pretty to look at, but not much happens in the first episode. Still, I'm hopeful enough to watch at least once more (read my short review). Christina Ricci stars.

CSI: Miami (10pm, CBS) - The tenth season begins with Horatio bleeding from a gunshot wound and Natalia battling to free herself from the trunk of a submerged car, as the other CSIs try to capture an escaped murderer before he kills again.

Breaking Bad (10pm, AMC) - This isn't a premiere, but it's worth mentioning because it's the best thing on TV tonight (or any night). And we're getting close to the season winding down. Tonight, Walt makes moves to protect his secret and to protect Gus. Meanwhile, Skyler is further stymied in her attempt to help Ted with his financial problem.

Also tonight, a new season of "60 Minutes" (CBS, 7pm) begins, "Drop Dead Diva" (Lifetime, 9pm) season finale, and the second season of "The Great Food Truck Race" (Food, 9pm) ends.

The Simpsons (8pm, Fox) - In the 22nd season finale, Ned Flanders saves Edna Krabappel's life and they begin dating. To Ned's surprise, he learns Edna has been with many Springfield men, including Homer and Aerosmith drummer Joey Kramer, who provides his own voice.

Bob's Burgers (8:30pm, Fox) - In the Season 1 finale, Bob's hero, a washed up baseball player, joins the local minor league team and befriends him.

Jesse Stone: Innocents Lost (9pm, CBS) - In the latest from the Jesse Stone crime series, ex-New England police chief Jesse Stone (Tom Selleck) investigates the apparent suicide of a teen girl he once tried to help. Her body is found in her car near Jesse's house, but Jesse doesn't believe she took her own life. Meanwhile, a new chief arrives, much to the dismay of Jesse's former colleagues.

Celebrity Apprentice (9pm, NBC) - In the live two-hour finale, we watch Team John Rich and Team Marlee Matlin work through their retro-soda battle. One finalist seems to lack direction and the other's event is jeopardized by an awkward moment. After much Trump-rump-kissing, a winner will be hired.

Family Guy (9pm, Fox) - The one-hour Season 10 finale concludes the "Star Wars" trilogy. Guest voices: Anne Hathaway, Carrie Fisher, H. Jon Benjamin, and Rush Limbaugh.

The Borgias (10pm, Showtime) - In the season finale, Pope Alexander (Jeremy Irons), abandoned by his cardinals, faces Charles, whom he crows "King of France and Naples" and hopes the gesture and his humility will be enough to save his papacy.

The Killing (10pm, AMC) - The Larsens tire of the police's inability to collar a suspect and decide to take matters into their own hands.