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What to Watch on Thursday: 'Glee' pays homage to 'Love Actually'

Up All Night (8pm, NBC) - Two new back-to-back episodes tonight. In the first, Reagan and Chris want to show Amy snow, but their plan goes awry. Elsewhere, Scott helps Ava buy Christmas gifts on a budget. At 8:30, a flashback to Chris and Reagan's disastrous wedding, which featured big revelations from Ava and Scott.

Glee (9pm, Fox) - In an episode that is intended as a tribute to the 2003 film "Love Actually," Sam and Brittany try to live their lives to the fullest before they Mayan apocalypse, and Jake and Puck spend Hanukkah together.

Person of Interest (9pm, CBS) - Reese's latest case becomes personal after he realizes that he's going after the sister of a soldier who was killed in action. Meanwhile, the FBI closes in on Reese.

Beauty and the Beast (9pm, CW) - Cat must search for a date for the wedding of her dad (Rob Stewart). Meanwhile, Tess and Joe share a romantic moment.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - Olivia provides assistance to the vice president, while one of Olivia's staffers deals with a severe betrayal. Also, Cyrus uncovers the truth concerning James' mysterious investigation. Missing from this ABC episode is description is the following: "Huck!! What the heck, dude!?"

Elementary (10pm, CBS) - Holmes investigates when a supposedly unbreathable bank vault is broken into by thieves. Later, Sherlock meets Watson's family and defends her choice of becoming a sober companion.

What to Watch on Thursday: 'Parks & Rec' returns along with final season of 'The Office'

SNL Primetime Election Special (8pm, NBC) - With Jay Pharaoh's new Obama impersonation and Jason Sudeikis rocking the the Mitt Romney, this should be an interesting half hour.

Up All Night (8:30pm, NBC) - In the premiere of a retooled Season 2, "The Ava Show" gets canceled, putting a strain on Ava and Reagan's relationship. Meanwhile, Chris decides to go back to work, and Reagan hires her brother to help remodel a bathroom.

The Office (9pm, NBC) - In the ninth and final season opener, two young employees arrive at the office and staffers immediately label them the new versions of Jim and Dwight. Also, Oscar mulls adopting Angela's cat and Kevin saves a turtle. As bad as this show had gotten over the past season or two, I still think this final run will be worth watching.

Project Runway (9pm, Lifetime) - The designers visit Radio City Music Hall and create  costumes for the legendary Rockettes. Debra Messing is the guest judge.

Parks and Recreation (9:30pm, NBC) - Leslie and Andy visit Ben and April in Washington, D.C., in tonight's Season 5 opener. Sens. John McCain, Barbara Boxer and Olympia Stowe have cameos (McCain's appearance is especially funny). Back in Pawnee, Ron hosts a barbecue for the P&R staff. I won't win any popularity contests for saying this, but Ron's "meat lover" shtick is starting to feel old to me. Ditto for whatever it is that Rob Lowe is doing. Still love the show, though!

Don't Divorce Me! Kids' Rules for Parents on Divorce (9:30pm, HBO) - Children talk about divorce and offer advice for parents to make sure kids are not manipulated, forgotten or mistreated when the time for permanent separation comes.

Wilfred (10pm, FX) - In the second season finale, existential questions are posed to Wilfred and Ryan.

Awkward (10:30pm, FX) - In the Season 2 finale, Jenna prepares for her trip to Europe as her decision about the boys goes public.

What to Watch on Thursday: New NBC comedies, 'Touch' begins on Fox

Community (8pm, NBC) - Jeff is debilitated by his narcissism, which skyrockets when his confidence is boosted by anti-anxiety drugs and regular visits to a shrink. Also, the gang try to help Abed pay of his debt from a celebrity-impersonator habit. Also tonight, two new episodes of "30 Rock" (the 9:30 ep has Weird Al Yankovich) and a new "Up All Night" featuring Henry Winkler as Ava's dad.

Missing (8pm, ABC) - In the second episode of Ashley Judd's "special gift to America" (her own description of this series from a "Live with Kelly" interview), Becca makes a deal with the head of French Intelligence while searching for her missing son. Believe it or not, I'm still not a fan of this show even after Judd called me a "brat" on Twitter. 

Touch (9pm, Fox) - Fox previewed this episode of the new Keifer Sutherland (left) drama back in January, but it starts for real tonight. Possibly the same episode from the preview but record it anyway, just in case.

Project Runway All Stars (9pm, Lifetime) - A winner is picked in the season finale, and Tommy Hilfiger appears as a guest judge.

Awake (10pm, NBC) - A purported suicide during a high-end yacht party leads Michael to an encounter with Rex's ex-babysitter, Kate. In his other realm, Michael happens upon Kate again, but this time she appears as a suspect.

Archer (10pm, FX) - In the conclusion of the Season 3 finale, Archer and his ISIS colleagues travel to the final frontier to prevent a catastrophe aboard the International Space Station.

What to Watch on Thursday: Stay for 'Awake' after 'Up All Night' on NBC

American Idol (8pm, Fox) - Finalists are revealed and judges add their wild-card choices to the final group.

Jimmy Kimmel Live: After the Academy Awards (9pm, ABC) - If you went to bed before midnight on Sunday and missed this, here's a second chance. Guests: Oprah, Billy Crystal, Coldplay, Meryl Streep, George Clooney, and others.

Up All Night (9:30pm, NBC) - A new boss takes the reins of Ava's show after it's acquired by Ava and Reagan's idol. Elsewhere, Chris and Reed try to restore an old motorcycle.

Awake (10pm, NBC) - A new drama about a detective who awakens after his family's car accident to discover he's alternately living in two parallel worlds. In one world, his wife survived the crash and his son died. In the other, his son is alive but his wife is dead. Which life is real? Or maybe it's neither? Who knows! This pilot is really good. Here's my "Awake" review.

Mudcats (10pm, History) - Sorry, no. This is not about the Zebulon baseball team. It's a reality show that chronicles catfish-catching crews battling for fishing territory against hundreds of amateur contestants on the lakes and rivers of Oklahoma.

Archer (10pm, FX) - Archer's sexcapades compromise his effectiveness as an agent (again) and this time, it's really serious.

FYI: ABC and CBS (except for "Rob") are all repeats tonight.

What to Watch on Wednesday: Molly Shannon on 'Up All Night'

Up All Night (8pm, NBC) - Reagan has trouble firing her under-performing assistant (Molly Shannon, left), causing Ava to question if Reagan's lost her edge. Also, Chris and Reagan search for a babysitter.

Modern Family (9pm, ABC) - The Pritchetts rally for a good cause after a neighbor's house burns down, but there is a downside to their good intentions when Jay hurts his back. Directed by Fred Savage.

Happy Endings (9:30pm, ABC) - Max's high school girlfriend moves back to town and has a profound effect on some of the gang. Meanwhile, Jane discovers Brad has a "work wife" and decides she's entitled to a "work husband."

American Horror Story (10pm, FX) - Moira persuades a perspective buyer to make an offer on the most haunted house in the history of the world, but Constance and Larry work to undermine her efforts. Meanwhile, Vivien and Luke (Morris Chestnut) grow closer. Security guard can't protect you from a ghost, Vivien!

The Devil You Know (10pm, Investigation Discovery) - Durham's Mike Peterson is the subject of tonight's episode, titled "Stairway to Hell." The half-hour program looks at the 2001 murder of Kathleen Peterson from the perspective of Kathleen's daughter Caitlin Atwater.

Revenge (10pm, ABC) - Lydia's memory issues could prove problematic for the Graysons, and a new arrival with a connection to Emily has dubious reasons for being in the Hamptons.

Psych (10pm, USA) - Shawn and Gus are admitted to a mental hospital to keep an eye on a billionaire who recently got off the hook for murder charges by pleading insanity.

What to Watch on Wednesday: Scotty again, this time on the CMA Awards

CMA Awards (8pm, ABC) - The 45th annual awards show is hosted by Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley (Paisley has five nominations tonight). Scheduled performers include Scotty McCreery, Jason Aldean, Taylor Swift, Blake Shelton, and the Band Perry.

Up All Night (8pm, NBC) - Reagan and Chris go on a date to rekindle their romance, while Ava babysits Amy. During the evening, Ava meets single dad (Jason Lee) who proves to be quite different from her current boyfriend.

Criminal Minds (9pm, CBS) - The bodies of boys are found in the aftermath of storms that hit Kansas, and the team travels to Wichita to investigate the deaths.

American Horror Story (10pm, FX) - Constance enlists Violet's help in dealing with Tate while Ben helps a new patient confront his fears.

Law & Order: SVU (10pm, NBC) - A mail-order Russian bride is found murdered and her fiance (Timothy Busfield) reveals that she had been kidnapped for ransom. For the investigation, Cragen goes undercover as a man seeking a bride, and detectives find a link to the Russian mob.

Psych (10pm, USA) - Shawn and Gus go undercover as a coach and a mascot for Santa Barara's minor league baseball team in order to investigate the death of the team's hitting coach.

What to Watch on Wednesday: Steve Jobs profile and more 'American Horror'

Up All Night (8pm, NBC) - Reagan tries to improve her relationship with her parents (Blythe Danner and Richard Schiff) in order to set an example for Amy. Elsewhere, Ava examines her interactions with the staff following one member's death.

Modern Family (9pm, ABC) - Gloria persuades Jay to commit to a night of salsa dancing after seeing how much his friend Shorty (Chazz Palminteri) and his girlfriend (Jennifer Tilly) do together. Meanwhile, Cameron makes a bet that he can get a woman's phone number at a bar, and Phil builds a tree house for Luke.

Happy Endings (9:30pm, ABC) - Brad sneaks off on a secret staycation at a plush hotel in the city in order to dodge a visit from Jane's sorority sister. Also, Max and Dave shoot a commercial for a lunch truck. Brent Musburger and Fred Savage (who directed the episode) have cameos as themselves.

American Horror Story (10pm, FX) - In the conclusion to last week's two-part Halloween story arc, Tate (Evan Peters, pictured, with Jessica Lange and Frances Conroy) comes face to face with his ugly past. Yes, we finally learn his backstory. And it's good. Also, Ben and Vivien are haunted by a freshly ghosted houseguest.

Steve Jobs: One Last Thing (10pm, UNC-TV) - A profile of Apple cofounder Steve Jobs includes an archival interview with Jobs in which he discusses his career and the principles that led to his success. Also, colleagues offer thoughts on his talents and achievements.

Psych (10pm, USA) - Shawn and Gus try to identify the masked vigilante the Mantis, who is trying to take down a drug ring that the police department is also targeting.

Top Chef: Texas (10pm, Bravo) - Season 9 opens with 29 chefs invading Texas to prove their culinary worth, but nearly half of them are eliminated in the first episode.

What to Watch on Wednesday: Sedaris, George Harrison, and horror stories

Up All Night (8pm, NBC) - Reagan and Chris look for a family car that's not too boring, and Chris goes into negotiating mode. Elsewhere, Ava wants to cover more serious topics on her show but isn't happy about the work that goes into doing it.

Suburgatory (8:30pm, ABC) - Tessa's unexpected attraction to her BMOC neighbor gives her the willies. Also, George wonders if he's up to the demanding suburban standards of throwing a successful barbecue.

Modern Family (9pm, ABC) - Jay  helps Manny sell wrapping paper for a school fundraiser and Phil and Gloria loses Jay's beloved dog.

George Harrison: Living in a Material World (9pm, HBO) - Part one of Martin Scorsese's sprawling two-part documentary on George Harrison. Tonight covers the early years with the Beatles and features archival footage and remarks from Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr. The conclusion airs tomorrow night. Check out the trailer from HBO.

Raising Hope (9:30pm, Fox) - Virginia, Burt, Jimmy and Sabrina go to Las Vegas when Delilah (Amy Sedaris) plans a big wedding. Virginia, however, is jealous of her cousin's fancy wedding because she never had one.

Law & Order: SVU (10pm, NBC) - A 13-year-old girl won't reveal who got her pregnant, leading police to suspect she was raped. The suspects include the son of a noteworthy political couple (Kyle MacLachlan and Paige Turco), as well as the son of their housekeeper.

American Horror Story (10pm, FX) - A new series about a Boston couple and their teen daughter who move into an extremely haunted Los Angeles mansion. Tonight's premiere episode is creepy and weird. Next week's episode is terrifying. Read more about why I can only watch this show during daylight hours.

What to Watch on Saturday: 'Love Begins' in Hallmark movie

Up All Night (9pm, NBC) - If you missed this premiere on Wednesday, check it out tonight. "Free Agents" airs at 9:30.

Love Begins (9pm, Hallmark) - Clark Davis (Wes Brown) has adventurous dreams of seeing the world, but those dreams are put into jeopardy after he and a friend start a fight which damages a local cafe. Through a plea deal with the sheriff (Jere Burns) and cafe owner (Nancy McKeon), Clark works off his sentence as a farmhand for the Barlow sisters, Ellen (Julie Mond) and Cassie (Abigail Mavity). As time passes, Clark and Ellen begin to fall for one another.

Doctor Who (9pm, BBC America) - The time travelers arrive at a mysterious hotel that houses their deepest fears.

Home by Novogratz (9:30pm, HGTV) - An apartment shared by four models needs some personality and warmth (insert your own joke).

48 Hours Mystery (10pm, CBS) - The release of the West Memphis Three (Damien Echols, Jason Baldwin, Jessie Misskelley), who were convicted of murdering three 8-year-old boys in 1993.

Bad Dog! (10pm, Animal Planet) - A dog that plays the piano and sings (how is that bad!?) and a dog with an insatiable appetite.

Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp (10pm, VH1 Classic) - Sammy Hagar rehearses with the campers for the sold-out season-finale concert on the Sunset Strip.

What to Watch on Wednesday: Out with the old, in with the new

Survivor: South Pacific (8pm, CBS) -  The 23rd season begins in Samoa with 18 castaways, including returning players "Coach" Wade and Ozzy Lusth.

Barbara Streisand: One Night Only at the Village Vanguard (8pm, UNC-TV) -  Streisand is at her best in this intimate 2009 show at the Village Vanguard jazz club in New York City.

H8R (8pm, CW) - A new reality series in which hated reality "celebrities" (like Snooki and Jake Pavelka) try to win over the people who hate them. This will only make people hate them more.

America's Got Talent (8pm, NBC) - The winning act is revealed in tonight's 2-hour season finale.

Buried Treasure (8pm, Fox) - In the finale of this short first season, the Keno brothers take a look at the possessions of a Georgia family hoping to raise money to avoid foreclosure.

America's Next Top Model (9pm, CW) - The 17th season is an "all-star" contest, bringing back losers from previous seasons for another shot at the prize. Nicki Minaj is a guest judge.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - In tonight's Season 1 finale, T.K. faces his rival (Terrell Owens) as the Hawks enter the playoffs. Also, Nico must decide where his loyalties lie.

Up All Night (10pm, NBC) - New mom (Christina Applegate) returns to work while her husband (Will Arnett) stays home with the baby. Reagan's boss, the host of a popular talk show, is played by Maya Rudolph. Next week, this will move into its regular 8 p.m. slot. Worth Watching?

Free Agents (10:30pm, NBC) - The premiere of a new workplace comedy about two lovelorn coworkers (Hank Azaria and Kathryn Hahn) and their ever-changing relationship. Starting next week, this airs at 8:30 p.m. Our take on the show.

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