Leverage (8pm, TNT) - Nate tries to solve the air piracy mysteries of infamous 1970s hijacker D.B. Cooper, thereby helping a dying FBI agent come to terms with never apprehending the criminal.

Drop Dead Diva (9pm, Lifetime) - Jane achieves Web stardom after giving Nancy Grace a black eye while her lawyer idol looks on. Elsewhere, Stacy faces a business crisis when a customer claims he owns the patent on the Pake.

True Blood (9pm, HBO) - In the fifth season finale, Eric makes one last attempt to thwart the Authority and save Bill from losing his humanity. Meanwhile, Alcide prepares for another battle with JD, and Sam and Luna try to escape the Authority.

Hell on Wheels (9pm, AMC) - Cullen struggles to maintain order while Mickey's and Sean's lives are endangered.

Newsroom (10pm, HBO) - In the Season 1 finale, Mac is shaken by a potentially devastating revelation from gossip columnist Nina Howard, and Sloan mulls a new job opportunity. Also, Will, Mac and Charlie confront Leona and Reese during a volatile lunch meeting.

Copper (10pm, BBC America) - A figure from Corcoran's past returns to Five Points, and new questions arise about his daughter's death and his wife's disappearance.

Episodes (10:30pm, Showtime) - In the Season 2 finale, Merc threatens to leave Jamie for Carol when he discovers that his wife and Matt had an affair, and Sean is devastated when Beverly turns up at an awards dinner with a date.

True Blood (9pm, HBO) - Sookie probes an ancient family secret with help from a faerie elder, and Alcide reconnects with his father.

Falling Skies (9pm, TNT) - In the Season 2 finale, the skitters draw nearer to the newly consolidated resistance force, and the 2nd Mass encounter their most perilous threat as Tom (Noah Wyle) discovers game-changing information.

Copper (10pm, BBC America) - As if we needed more great shows at 10 o'clock on Sundays, BBC launches a compelling new series about an Irish-immigrant cop in 1864 New York City who investigates crimes in the notorious Five Points area. In tonight's opener, Kevin Corcoran searches for a child killer. Adrienne reviews.

Breaking Bad (10pm, AMC) - Occupational hazards affect Jesse as he, Walt and Mike deal with "business problems." So that's what they're calling Landry these days...

Political Animals (10pm, USA) - In the Season 1 finale, Elaine's plan to resign hits a snag and her resignation letter is leaked to the press. Elsewhere, Douglas confesses his betrayal and makes a rash decision.

Great Food Truck Race (10pm, Food) - Season 3 offers a twist on the usual format. This time, eight teams of aspiring food truck owners arrive in LA and begin competing for their food truck and $50,000 seed money to start their business.

Newsroom (10pm, HBO) - The "News Night" staff host a mock debate and Charlie evaluates an intelligence-agency insider's reliability.

Finding Amelia Earhart: Mystery Solved? (10pm, Discovery) - Author and Earhart expert Richard Gillespie believes he has found the lost aviator's final destination.

Married to Jonas (10pm, E!) - A new reality series following Kevin and Danielle Jonas as they settle into life in New Jersey and merge their disparate familes.

To stave off any sudden Bon Temps withdrawals when the current season of "True Blood" ends next weekend, we're giving away a new DVD/Blu-ray/Digital Download combo copy of the very faerie Season 4 of the HBO hit series.

Some of the features of this set include character/vampire bios, a True Blood Lines guide to relationships, episode backstories, and a glimpse into post-production of the show with creator Alan Ball. There's also a feature to get the backstory on what happened in Bon Temps while Sookie was missing in Faerieland, told from 14 different character perspectives.

If you'd like to be entered in the random drawing, send me an email by Monday (August 20) at midnight, and include your mailing address. Good luck!

2012 Summer Olympics (NBC) -  You can check to see when and where games are playing on the NBC Olympics schedule page. Highlights today include women's gymnastics, swimming, and women's synchronized springboard diving. Here are tips on watching the Olympic games.

True Blood (9pm, HBO) - Sookie and Jason visit the place where their parents were killed by vampires.

The Newsroom (10pm, HBO) - Sloan (Olivia Munn, right) subs for Elliot during the Japanese nuclear crisis following the March 2011 earthquake, but her harsh questioning of a Tokyo power company representative could damage her credibility. Meanwhile, Will has a bout of insomnia that leads him to therapy, where he learns a lesson about bullying.

Breaking Bad (10pm, AMC) - Walt and Jesse come up with a new business plan, and Walt shares a secret with Marie.

Political Animals (10pm, USA) - Elaine makes an announcement to her family about her political future, and President Garcetti enacts a plan that puts her in conflict with her longtime mentor.

Oprah's Lifeclass (10pm, OWN) - Season 2 starts with inspirational speaker Iyanla Vanzant.

Episodes (10:30pm, Showtime) - Matt's stalker adds Sean as a Facebook friend and is able to track down the two of them at a restaurant. Also, Sean and Beverly discover that Morning has been the victim of a botched plastic-surgery procedure.

Marathon Note: No new episode of "Longmire" tonight, but A&E is re-airing all Season 1 episodes starting at 8 p.m. It's a really solid modern-day Western/police drama starring Robert Taylor, Katee Sackhoff, and Lou Diamond Phillips. 

Oprah's Next Chapter (8pm, OWN) - The conclusion of Oprah's interview with Miami Heat players LeBron James, Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh. A repeat of Part 1 will air at 7.

Secret Millionaire (8pm, ABC) - Hilary DeCesare, cofounder and CEO of Everloop, spends a week living in a rundown apartment in Long Beach, secretly seeking out people to share her wealth with.

True Blood (9pm, HBO) - Jason is disturbed by a dream and Bill and Eric hope Sookie will help them look for Russell Edgington (Dennis O'Hare, right). According to news reports, the 3000(plus)-year-old Vampire King of Mississippi will fall in love again this season. Awwww.

Falling Skies (9pm, TNT) - A familiar person returns to the unit, but his motives are scrutinized. Elsewhere, a captured skitter is imprisoned at the camp.

Inspector Lewis: The Soul of Genius (9pm, UNC-TV) - This Masterpiece Mystery finds Lewis & Hathaway's investigation into the murder of an English professor running into difficulties due to the interference of an amateur detective and two students.

The Glades (9pm, A&E) - Jim teams up with his former partner to investigate the murder of a woman who attempted to help exonerate a prison inmate on death row.

The Newsroom (10pm, HBO) - Will's apology for the lack of integrity in newscasts sets off constant critiques of the Tea Party before the November 2010 midterm elections, but draws the ire of network executives and CEO Leona Lansing (Jane Fonda).

Episodes (10:30pm, Showtime) - Matt tries to make amends with Sean by buying him a fancy convertible. Later, Matt and Jamie contemplate another romantic tryst.

True Blood (9pm, HBO) - Eric and Bill try to keep their wits about them when they're interrogated at the Vampire Authority headquarters in New Orleans, while Pam recalls her first meeting with Eric in early 20th-century San Francisco. Christopher Meloni ("Law & Order: SVU") makes his first vampiric appearance. 

Falling Skies (9pm, TNT) - The two-hour Season 2 premiere opens with Pope seizing command of a renegade contingent within the 2nd Mass Unit. Later, Tom suddenly returns to the group after being abducted by the skitters, and his loyalty is questioned. In the second hour, Tom is plagued by haunting memories of his time with the aliens and begins to speculate that they may have tampered with his mind.

The Killing (9pm, AMC) - In the Season 2 finale, Sarah and Holder's investigation comes to a close, while Richmond sets out on a bold new course. And a surprising source helps bring closure to the Larsens.

Nurse Jackie (9pm, Showtime) - In the Season 4 finale, Cruz pushes Jackie to the breaking point and Jackee's reaction gets her fired. Later, Dr. O'Hara goes into labor with Jackie by her side, but something pulls Jackie away before delivery.

The Big C (9:30pm, Showtime) - In the Season 3 finale, Cathy befriends a mysterious stranger and Paul enjoys the attentions of an American tourist.

Longmire (10pm, A&E) - Longmire suspects foul play when a barn burns to the ground, killing the owner and his beloved horses.

The Borgias (10pm, Showtime) - In the Season 2 finale, a tragic revelation leaves the family in shock and Della Rovere's assassin makes a move.

Girls (10pm, HBO) - In the first season finale, Jessa brings everyone together for a "mystery party," but other surprises are in store when Hannah misjudges Adam's commitment.

Tony Awards (8pm, CBS) - Neil Patrick Harris hosts the 66th annual Tony Awards. As he should. The musical "Once" leads all shows with 11 nominations.

True Blood (9pm, HBO) - Season 5 premieres with Sooking and Lafayette reeling from Tara's shooting and Alcide warns Sookie about Russell Edgington's return. Wait, what? The Vampire King of Mississippi is returning?! Woo-hoo!!

Untamed Americas (9pm, NGC) - A new National Geographic Channel series about nature in the North and South America opens with rare footage of newly awakened black bears hunting on the Yellowstone Plateau. A second episode at 10 looks at desert wildlife.

The Killing (9pm, AMC) - This show has dragged a bit this season, and it still has a few issues here and there, but the last few episodes have been excellent! Tonight, Sarah and Holder close in on the murderer while the Richmond campaign preps for the election. Season (and perhaps, series) finale is next week.

Mad Men (10pm, AMC) - Wow. Just wow. A really incredible Season 5 ends tonight with opportunities abounding for everyone at the agency, while Pete encounters an interesting stranger on a train. I'm assuming that means he's going to have Trudy murdered. (Kidding.)

Longmire (10pm, A&E) - Longmire suspects foul play when a barn burns to the ground, killing the owner and his beloved horses.

Veep (10pm, HBO) - In the Season 1 finale, an Ohio gubernatorial candidate balks aat Selina's endorsement due to her current unpopularity, and Dan can't shake the clean-jobs bill debacle.

Girls (10:30pm, HBO) - Hannah's resentment of an old rival's literary success leads her to grudgingly accept an invitation to a reading hosted by her former professor.

The teaser for the Season 4 finale of 'True Blood,' airing tonight at 9 p.m. on HBO, looks like we're in for a blood bath. The video below is titled "Death is Coming." Click through to see two more clips from tonight's season ender.

9/11: 10 Years Later (9pm, CBS) - A 2011 update of Jules and Gedeon Naudet's 2002 documentary featuring footage of the FDNY's rescue efforts at the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. Included are new interviews with firefighters who commented in the original documentary and footage of the rebuilding of the site. Robert De Niro hosts.

True Blood (9pm, HBO) - In the fourth season finale, Sookie taps into the town's spiritual past during a Wiccan festival, for help in her battle with Marnie's latest incantation. Speaking of Marnie, Lafayette's recent medium encounter spells trouble for his relationship with Jesus. Also, Alcide makes a romantic proclamation.

Rebirth (9pm, Showtime) - A documentary following five people who suffered grievous losses during the September 11 terrorist attacks examines their recovery and hopes for the future.

All American Handyman (9pm, HGTV) - Durham's Howard Eason is still in the competition. Tonight, contestants build an item based on a drawing, and then must build a wooden toolbox using precise specifications.

The Great Food Truck Race (9pm, Food) - The four remaining food trucks roll into Memphis for a barbecue challenge. Memphis barbecue legend Jim Neely is the guest judge.

Breaking Bad (10pm, AMC) - Tonight's episode is one of the most powerful of the season, and that's saying something. Big mistakes from Skyler's past have an impact on her current situation, Gus is spurred to action against the cartel, and Jesse seeks help from Walt. There's a scene with Gus (Giancarlo Esposito) that gave me chills (several times). Don't miss.

Curb Your Enthusiasm (10pm, HBO) - In the Season 8 finale, Larry clashes with his New York neighbor Michael J. Fox, Jeff makes a sacrifice for Susie, and Larry is flagged for giving an improper birthday gift.

From the Ground Up (10:15pm, OWN) - Profiling the widows of five New York City firefighters who died at the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. The film follows the women as they come to grips with their losses, then put their lives back together and engage in charitable works.

Entourage (10:30pm, HBO) - In the series finale, Vince takes a surprising step after a first date with Sophia and a therapy session yields mixed results for Ari and Mrs. Ari. Also, the guys (pictured) encourage Sloan to work things out with Eric. I hope after this finale that I never have to hear the words "Sloan" and "Eric" in the same sentence ever again.

A more complete list of 9/11 specials.

Aerial America (8pm, Smithsonian) - Tonight's focus is North Carolina and features an aerial tour of the Outer Banks, the mountains, inland forests, and cities. More on the NC episode from the Smithsonian Channel website. Smithsonian Channel is on Time Warner Cable digital channel 1264, DirecTV 565 and 1565, and AT&T U-Verse 118 and 1118.

9/11: Heroes of the 88th Floor (9pm, TLC) - The heroic story of Frank De Martini and Pablo Ortiz, who worked with the Port Authority on the 88th floor of the World Trade Center's North Tower. On 9/11, they selflessly helped more than 70 people escape before perishing in the collapse of the building. Included is firsthand testimonials from survivors. Narrated by Chris Noth.

Masterpiece Mystery: Inspector Lewis (9pm, UNC-TV) - Lewis and Hathaway investigate a murder that occurred during a reunion at an all-female Oxford college. Complicating matters is the fact that it may be linked to a similar, decade-old incident that also occurred at the college and was also investigated by Lewis.

True Blood (9pm, HBO) - Tonight, Sookie uses her faerie powers to save vampires Eric, Bill and Pam from witch Marnie's latest spell. This show is SO STUPID!! But I keep watching.

All American Handyman (9pm, HGTV) - Season 2 begins tonight with Durham designer Howard Eason competing! Read more about Eason.

Breaking Bad (10pm, AMC) - Skyler comes up with a plan to cure her money-laundering woes, and Hank recruits Walt to help him work out a new Heisenberg theory. But this episode, ladies and gentlemen, belongs to Gus Fring. Tonight, Giancarlo Esposito is even more amazing than his usual level of amazing.

Curb Your Enthusiasm (10pm, HBO) - Larry is haunted by a traumatic childhood experience involving an ice cream truck, which affects his relationship with his new girlfriend (Ana Gasteyer), an important softball game, and his therapy bills. Also, Larry pals around with former baseball player Bill Buckner, who is still dogged by a 1986 World Series gaffe.

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