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What to Watch on Monday: Marilyn Monroe doc on HBO and final 'Voice' performances

The Bachelorette (8pm, ABC) - The bachelors travel to Atlantic City with Desiree, who tours the boardwalk with one guy and visits Seaside Heights with another. Later she teams up with 2013 Miss America to put on a "Mr. America" pageant for the guys, and she is serenaded by Darius Rucker during a private date with one bachelor.

The Voice (8pm, NBC) - Cher is one of the scheduled performers during tonight's show, which also features the final performances of the remaining contestants.

The Goodwin Games (8:30pm, Fox) - Jimmy decides to take a bigger role in his daughter Piper's life, so he introduces her to Henry and Chloe, and the young lady really hits it off with her aunt.

Love, Marilyn (9pm, HBO) - A documentary on the life, death and legacy of Marilyn Monroe taken from her personal diaries and papers. Some contemporary actors, such as Glenn Close, Viola Davis and Hope Davis, give voice to passages in the diary. Oliver Platt performs words by director Billy Wilder. Here's Adrienne's review.

Major Crimes (9pm, TNT) - The squad investigates a puzzling murder-suicide case. Also, Rusty receives a threatening letter, which triggers Emma's demand that he be relocated.

The Fosters (9pm, ABC Family) - Mike invites Brandon to move in with him, which leads to an argument between Stef and Brandon.

Longmire (10pm, A&E) - The team hunt for cattle thieves, and later, Walt is concerned by Vic's behavior.

King & Maxwell (10pm, TNT) - An assassination attempt is made on a visiting diplomat. When Michelle falls under suspicion for the crime, Sean serves as her lawyer to prove her innocence. Along the way, the duo dig up a possible high-level cover-up.

What to Watch on Saturday: Mel Brooks gets AFI Lifetime tribute

Zero Hour (8pm, ABC) - "Zero Hour," "Zero Hour" … That sounds familiar. Oh yes! It's Anthony Edwards' spring drama that ABC already axed. Loyal fans will be rewarded now with a burn-off of remaining episodes. New episodes at 8 and 9 tonight keep the gang on the run to Paraguay.

My Cat From Hell (8pm, Animal Planet) - Jackson helps a cat who has been a cat-show veteran since it was a kitten, but has grown more ornery and violent with age. Also, a man with Crohn's disease is stressed out by his cat's constant meowing.

AFI Lifetime Achievement Award: A Tribute to Mel Brooks (9pm, TNT) - The American Film Institute honors the genius behind "Young Frankenstein," "Blazing Saddles," "The Producers" just to name a few classics. Mel Brooks receives tributes from Robert DeNiro, Morgan Freeman, Woody Allen, Steven Spielberg, Billy Crystal, Carl Reiner and many others. Martin Short opens the show with a song-and-dance routine set to a medley of songs from Brooks' films.

The Haunting of Michael Rapaport (10pm, Bio) - Actor Michael Rapaport visits his former high school, where he previously encountered the spirits of dead students.

What to Watch on Friday: A new season of 'Magic City' begins

Magic City (9pm, Starz) - In the Season 2 premiere, Ike (Jeffrey Dean Morgan, right) faces a murder rap and his family tries to raise bail money, which leads them to discover just who his silent partners are. Meanwhile, Ben is concerned that Ike will fold under pressure and offers to help.

Maron (10pm, IFC) - Marc receives suggestive photos from a female fan, along with a no-strings-attached proposition to rendezvous at an out-of-town comedy festival.

Treehouse Masters (10pm, Animal Planet) - A spa retreat on a ranch in Texas presents Pete with several plumbing challenges when he makes room for a steam shower and a Japanese soaking tub.

Continuum (10pm, Syfy) - Liber8's hijacking of a prison transfer makes for a bumpy reunion between Kiera and Carlos. At the same time, Kellog approaches Alec with a tempting partnership proposition.

What to Watch on Thursday: Will looks guilty on 'Hannibal'

Jimmy Kimmel Live (8pm, ABC) - Kimmel's pre-game show has trick-shot toddler Titus Ashby facing off against Metta World Peace. Game 4 starts at 9.

The Hero (8pm, TNT) - The contestants must push an all-terrain vehicle through Colon, Panama, and then fly in helicopters and maneuver through a dry dock as it fills with rushing water.

Burn Notice (9pm, USA) - Michael returns to Miami to preserve his cover, but Strong puts a damper on his homecoming by forbidding Michael from contacting his friends.

North Carolina Weekend (9:30pm, UNC-TV) - In light of "The Lost Colony" receiving a Tony Honors Award this past weekend, this is excellent timing for tonight's segment on Manteo's long-running outdoor drama.

Hannibal (10pm, NBC) - Will believes that a copy cat killer, suspected to be dead, is still alive. Also, the BAU team closes in on Abigail, and Will's hallucinations intensify. Meanwhile, Hannibal manipulates Jack into believing Will (Hugh Dancy, right) is capable of murder.

Sullivan & Son (10pm, TBS) - Season 2 opens with Susan's husband arriving, leading to a major life decision. Meanwhile, Melanie launches a support group for puzzled sports fans.

Graceland (10pm, USA) - Briggs and Mike pit rival gangs against one another, while Mike adjusts to morel dilemmas that arise during his undercover work.

What to Watch on Wednesday: 'Royal Pains' and 'Necessary Roughness' back on USA

MasterChef (8pm, Fox) - The Top 16 chefs cook steak dinners for firefighters, and the losing team must them face a pressure test. Later, the bottom four contestants create burger dishes in Las Vegas.

Royal Pains (9pm, USA) - In the Season 5 premiere, Hank gets back to work after recovering from surgery and treats a woman whose fund-raising efforts may be harming her health. Elsewhere, a potential new client catches Evan off guard and Divya receives surprising news.

Spike Guys Choice 2013 (9pm, Spike) - The seventh annual awards ceremony honoring stars and productions preferred by dudes. Scheduled appearances from Ben Affleck, Mark Wahlberg, Jeff Bridges, Seth MacFarlane, and Vin Diesel.

Ghost Hunters (9pm, Syfy) - The team travel to Louisiana to investigate the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, a National Historic Landmark where famous singers like Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash performed.

How to Live With Your Parents For the Rest of Your Life (9:30pm, ABC) - Max helps Polly learn how to follow through on things.

Locked Up Abroad (10pm, National Geographic Channel) - A profile of former drug smuggler Howard Marks.

Necessary Roughness (10pm, USA) - After getting fired from the Hawks last season, Dani goes to work for a new company in the Season 3 premiere, and John Stamos is her boss. Also, TK tries to adjust to a tough new coach.

What to Watch on Tuesday: A new season of 'Pretty Little Liars'

So You Think You Can Dance (8pm, Fox) - The contestants go to Las Vegas for callbacks to compete for a spot in the Top 20.

Pretty Little Liars (8pm, ABC Family) - In the Season 4 opener, the girls, desperate to uncover what new scheme "A" has in store for them, team up with Mona for answers. Meanwhile, Aria struggles with seeing Ezra after their breakup, and Emily starts making plans for after high school. Also, "A" sets Toby on a new path, and a shocking discovery reverberates through the town.

The Voice (8pm, NBC) - Someone is eliminated in tonight's live semi-final results show.

Jimmy Kimmel Live (8pm, ABC) - Jimmy Kimmel's NBA Finals pre-game show features Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock and David Spade. Game 3 between the Miami Heat and the San Antonio Spurs starts at 9.

Awkward (10pm, MTV) - Collin invites Jenna to a photography showcase at his house, causing tension between her and Matty.

Frontline (10pm, UNC-TV) - A repeat of an episode from earlier this season examining the civil war in Syria through the eyes of rebel fighters, government soldiers and civilians caught up in the conflict in Idlib province.

What to Watch on Monday: 'Major Crimes' returns, plus a peek at new NBC singing show

The Goodwin Games (8:30pm, Fox) - Chloe has a career decision to make when her father's new challenge forces her to reconsider the actor's life and reenter the world of academia. Meanwhile, Henry's fiancee is busy running for political office, and it falls on him to plan the wedding.

Major Crimes (9pm, TNT) - Season 2 begins with the slaying of a high-profile filmmaker's pregnant wife. Meanwhile, the squad begins to run smoothly under Raydor's (Mary McDonnell, left) leadership, but a new deputy D.A. questions Raydor's intentions as Rusty's guardian.

The Fosters (9pm, ABC Family) - Lena and Mike disagree about whether to punish Brandon, while Jesus tries to cover for Mariana and puts his health at risk in the process.

King & Maxwell (10pm, TNT) - A new drama about two private investigators -- Sean King (Jon Tenny from "The Closer") and Michelle Maxwell (Rebecca Romijn from the "X-Men" movies) -- who work cases in the nation's capital. In the premiere, King's lawyer friend is mysteriously killed in a case that comes with possible political repercussions. Based on characters from the novels of David Baldacci. Here's my review of "King & Maxwell."

The Winner Is … (10pm, NBC) - After a semi-finals episode of "The Voice," NBC offers a sneak peek at another singing competition in which performers battle for a $1 million grand prize. The host is Nick Lachey.

Longmire (10pm, A&E) - A shepherd and his dog are found dead (Really?! They had to kill the dog, too?!). Meanwhile, Cady searches for answers about her mother's death.

Warehouse 13 (10pm, Syfy) - Pete, Myka and Steve team up with a U.S. Marshal to recapture two inmates who escaped from a prison in Arkansas during a volcanic event.

What to Watch on Sunday: Tony Awards and 'Game of Thrones' season finale

The Tony Awards (8pm, CBS) - Neil Patrick Harris hosts the 67th annual celebration of Broadway's finest from Radio City Music Hall. Musicals "Kinky Boots" and "Matilda the Musical" lead all shows with 13 and 12 nominations. In the play category, the revival of "Golden Boy" leads the way with 8 nods.

Game of Thrones (9pm, HBO) - For those who have recovered from last week's devastating (and extremely bloody) episode, it's time to take in the Season 3 finale. Tonight, Tywin (Charles Dance, left) is challenged by Joffrey and Bran tells a ghost story. Also, an unusual act of mercy plays out at Dragonstone, and time will tell if Daenerys is to be a conqueror or a liberator.

Falling Skies (9pm, TNT) - Season 3 opens seven months following the group's arrival in Charleston, S.C. Tom has been elected to office, yet one of his decisions threatens tension. Also, Tom and Anne prepare for their baby. In a second new episode at 10, hostilities against the invaders amplify as a nuclear specialist devises a scheme to destroy the aliens' power, while Anne has concerns about her newborn.

The Killing (9pm, AMC) - Sarah joins the serial killer task force with an agenda of her own, and Holder finds a new street informant.

Army Wives (9pm, Lifetime) - Tim goes missing and Holly reaches out to the tribe and Tim's platoon for help. Meanwhile, Denise catches Michael in a compromising position.

Mad Men (10pm, AMC) - Betty plans for Sally's future while Peggy encounters more trouble at home.

The Borgias (10pm, Showtime) - Devasted by his betrayal, Micheletto kills his lover and disappears. Cesare races to Naples to rescue Lucrezia, and Alexander tries to corner the market in Italian sulfur, the key ingredient to gunpowder.

What to Watch on Saturday: A 'Good Mother,' zombies and a dy-no-mite ghost

The Good Mother (8pm, Lifetime) - A troubled teen is taken by her best friend's family and begins to rebuild her life, until she suspects that her new adopted mom may be a murderer. Stars Helen Slater, Camille Cregan and Patrick Fabian.

My Cat From Hell (8pm, Animal Planet) - Jackson Galaxy helps a woman whose cat hasn't used a litter box in two years (!!!). Also, a woman and her cat are terrorized by another person's cat.

Celebrity Ghost Stories (9pm, Bio) - Jimmie Walker encounters a dy-no-mite apparition in North Dakota (must watch to see why Jimmie Walker was in North Dakota).

Life with La Toya (9:30pm, OWN) - La Toya Jackson and her father go camping.

In the Flesh (10pm, BBC America) - The final installment of this three-part series about "partially deceased" people (reanimated zombies). It debuted Thursday night and follows a reanimated teenager who returns to his town after a zombie apocalypse.

What to Watch on Friday: A 'Tanked' inspired by popcorn and Navy ships

Randy to the Rescue (9pm, TLC) - A stop in Oklahoma City features an NBA cheerleader who wants a runway gown for her carnival-theme reception.

Tanked (9pm, Animal Planet) - A popcorn vendor in Las Vegas wants a vintage popcorn maker transformed into a tank. Also, a mall in Annapolis, Md., requests two aquariums for its new food court, including one sponsored by the U.S. Naval Academy that resembles a large sailboat.

Continuum (10pm, Syfy) - Kiera reunites with Carlos to solve the murder of the mayor in the second season opener, which also finds her trying to reconnect with Alec, but he's a changed man since reading the message from his future self.

Rock Center with Brian Williams (10pm, NBC) - A 2013 explosion in Kansas City is investigated, with emphasis on the heroic actions of a passing motorist. Also, a look at a drug called Omegaven and a report on the artisanal movement in the food industry.

Treehouse Masters (10pm, Animal Planet) - A Celtic-theme cottage in an olive tree in California features a circular design that includes a fireplace and a rain-maker to mimic damp Irish weather.

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