The Surrogate (8pm, Lifetime) - A childless couple hire a young woman as a surrogate, but they soon discover that she has a strange and deadly agenda. Stars Cameron Mathison, Amy Scott and Amy Wersching.

Golden Boy (9pm, CBS) - If you missed the debut of this new cop series on Tuesday night, you're getting another chance to catch it. The series follows a cop's meteoric rise to becoming the youngest police commissioner in New York City's history, and the price he has to pay to achieve it. Theo James plays the young cop and Chi McBride plays his partner and mentor. Here's Adrienne's "Golden Boy" review.

Pit Boss (9pm, Animal Planet) - Shorty plans a talent show to raise money, but it could backfire if the headliner doesn't show up. Elsewhere, the crew spend the night in a campground when a rescue isn't finished by sundown.

Ripper Street (9pm, BBC America) - A shipping magnate arrives in town to complete the acquisition of an ailing shipping line, while Reid investigates an engine inventor's murder.

Saturday Night Live (11:29, NBC) - Kevin Hart hosts with musical guests Macklemore and Ryan Lewis.

Nikita (8pm, CW) - Nikita learns about a planned terrorist attack from Ari, but he wants $50 million for the information he possesses that could stop the threat and lead to the capture of the person behind it.

Malibu Country (8:30pm, ABC) - Reba's ne'er-do-well brother Blake (played by Blake Shelton) pays a surprise visit and cooks up a get-rich-quick scheme to market Lillie Mae's homemade BBQ sauce. Meanwhile, June accidentally lets it be known at school that Cash is still a virgin, and when their Uncle Blake offers him some iffy romantic advice, his nephew is quick to take it to heart.

Touch (9pm, Fox) - Jake and Amelia are suddenly on their own and heading to a predetermined meeting place, but Martin and Lucy's search for the kids also reveals crucial information about Calvin's brother.

Gymnastics: N.C. State at BYU (9pm, BYUTV) - I know this is incredibly random, but I just happened across this and how often is a local gymnastic meet televised? (Maybe a lot, I don't know.) If you have Time Warner Cable, this is on channel 287.

Portlandia (10pm, IFC) - In the Season 3 finale, the entire city of Portland is blacked out after the mayor's office fails to pay the electric bill.

Out There (10:30pm, IFC) - Chris' startled exclamation after being accosted by a school bully gets him slapped with an effeminate nickname, so Chad plots to get him a new moniker.

Community (8pm, NBC) - The gang begin a European history course after missing out on an ice cream class. Adding to their misery is an encounter with the arrogant German students they battled last year. Also, Chang returns to Greendale, much to Dean Pelton's chagrin.

Makers: Women Who Make America (8pm, UNC-EX) - The modern women's movement is chronicled in this new PBS documentary, which tells the stories of trailblazing women whose work has altered nearly every aspect of American culture. Included are first-person accounts from movement leaders (Gloria Steinem, right) and opponents (Phyllis Schlaffy), as well as celebrities (Oprah Winfrey), political figures (Hillary Clinton), business leaders (Linda Alvarado) and ordinary women.

Zero Hour (8pm, ABC) - Laila works on the next clock for Vincent, but also realizes she must help Hank find her by leaving a trail of clues. Meanwhile, Hank, Arron and Rachel use a tip from the FBI to discover a link between a famous person in history and the next clock.

North Carolina Weekend (9pm, UNC-TV) - Tonight's show features a segment on Triangle Glides and Bob Garner visits Bloomsbury Bistro restaurant.

Project Runway (9pm, Lifetime) - The designers must create fashionable clothes for senior citizens. Joan and Melissa Rivers are the guest judges.

The Ben Show with Ben Hoffman (10pm, Comedy Central) - A new sketch comedy series featuring comedian Ben Hoffman.

Archer (10pm, FX) - Archer, Lana and Cyril go on an undercover mission in a celebrity chef's kitchen.

College Basketball: Boston College at N.C. State (8pm, WRAL) - Regular CBS programming will be disrupted, so you'll want to set your recording device to pick up "Survivor" at 1:37 a.m. and "Criminal Minds" at 2:37 a.m. on WRAL.

Law & Order: SVU (9pm, NBC) - In the episode many are calling the "Chris Brown/Rihanna episode," an up-and-coming singer is beaten by her famous boyfriend, but she won't assist in the prosecution.

Boston's Finest (9pm, TNT) - A new reality series following the work and personal lives of Boston cops. It's co-executive produced by Donnie Wahlberg, who also narrates the series.

Suburgatory (9:30pm, ABC) - The death of Marty profoundly affects George as he and Noah wonder what to do with his ashes. Meanwhile, Tessa examines her college plans and her relationship with Ryan, who may not be as honest as he seems.

Psych (10pm, USA) - The Season 7 premiere picks up after last season's big cliff-hanger episode, as Shawn (James Roday, right) seeks revenge for Henry's shooting. The big question: Did Henry survive the gunshot? "Psych" has already been renewed for an eighth season.

Southland (10pm, TNT) - I'm still not over last week's stunning episode. This week, the LAPD's dispatch system breaks down and Ben and Sammy's partnership is tested. Also, Lydia contacts her old beau and Ben finds romance on the job.

The Americans (10pm, FX) - A network of KGB informants is threatened. Meanwhile, Philip and Elizabeth are tasked with infiltrating the FBI's communications-encryption system.

Stranded (10pm, Syfy) - A new reality series in which real people who are fascinated by the paranormal are left stranded at a haunted location and record their experiences. The first episode features a Philadelphia woman, her ex-boyfriend a mutual friend braving a stay at the Oceanic Hotel on Star Island in New Hampshire.

NCIS (8pm, CBS) - Ducky and Jimmy disappear while transporting a body from a crime scene.

Cult (9pm, CW) - A tech expert aids Jeff in his search for his brother. Meanwhile, Skye voices concern about hidden messages in the "Cult" TV show.

Parade's End (9pm, HBO) - In the opener of this five-part adaptation of Ford Madox Ford's novels set in early 20th-century England, aristocrat Christopher Tietjens (Benedict Cumberbatch from Masterpiece Theatre's "Sherlock") marries Sylvia, a scheming socialite who may or may not be pregnant with his child, but he vows to remain faithful despite falling for an attractive young suffragette named Valentine. Part two airs at 10 p.m. and subsequent installments air Wednesday and Thursday nights.

The Mindy Project (9:30pm, Fox) - Mindy's reunion with an old crush, played by Seth Rogen (right), takes them down memory lane to the time they shared at Jewish summer camp, which just might lead to a rekindling of their adolescent romance.

The New Normal (9:30pm, NBC) - The gang wants to throw a baby shower for a reluctant Brian and David, who decide to donate all their baby gifts to an adoption agency.

Golden Boy (10pm, CBS) - In this new drama, feathers are ruffled when a street cop (Theo James) is promoted to homicide detective. The series follows the cop's meteoric rise to becoming the youngest police commissioner in New York City's history, and the price he has to pay to achieve it. Chi McBride plays his partner and mentor. Adrienne has a review.

Body of Proof (10pm, ABC) - In the conclusion of the two-part season premiere, Megan discovers why the serial killer targeted war veterans, but must keep the information to herself or risk the life of her daughter, who is being held hostage by the assassin.

The Carrie Diaries (8pm, CW) - Larissa offers an internship oat her magazine, and Donna blackmails Maggie.

Bones (8pm, Fox) - New intern Oliver Wells unnerves Brennan with his unusual observations and impressive logic, which make her consider scientific theories she would have previously ruled out. Meanwhile, Booth balks at Brennan's embrace of time travel as a possible explanation during a murder investigation.

Bunheads (9pm, ABC Family) - In the first season finale, Michelle auditions for a Broadway show, and the girls (left) secretly follow her. Meanwhile, Fanny comes home, Scotty makes a return visit, and Sasha proposes that the girls all take "the next step" in their respective romantic relationships. Now, let us all pray that this weird but frequently brilliant show gets a second season from ABC Family.

The Following (9pm, Fox) - The team learns of Joe Carroll's true intentions rom a new follower. Meanwhile, Ryan tries to turn Emma, Jacob and Paul against one another.

Dallas (9pm, TNT) - John Ross seeks Sue Ellen's help to seize control of Ewing Energies, while Christopher works to settle his divorce and reveals shocking information that could change the course of the company.

2 Broke Girls (9pm, CBS) - Max and Caroline ask Caroline's rich but callous aunt for money to save their failing cupcake shop.

Castle (10pm, ABC) - Castle seeks assistance from a shady individual to rescue Alexis after the FBI proves unsuccessful, and he learns that his daughter's abduction is possibly tied to something more disastrous than he first realized.

Amazing Race 22 (8pm, CBS) - Former Carolina Hurricanes player Bates Battaglia and his brother Anthony are still in the race. Tonight, the 10 remaining teams compete in Bora Bora. One duo's fear of water leads to extreme panic and one racer suffers a possible race-ending injury while running to the pit stop.

85th Academy Awards (8:30pm, ABC) - ABC's red carpet coverage begins at 7, but the actual ceremony doesn't get started until 8:30. Seth McFarlane (left) hosts the telecast from Los Angeles, where heavily nominated "Lincoln" battles "Argo," Silver Linings Playbook," "Les Miserables," "Life of Pi," "Amour," "Beasts of the Southern Wild," "Django Unchained" and "Zero Dark Thirty" for trophies. Performers include Adele, Norah Jones and Barbara Streisand. Note: The E! Red Carpet show starts at 5:30 p.m. (Countdown to the Red Carpet starts at 1:30 - yikes). CNN has Piers Morgan reporting from the Red Carpet from 6 p.m. to 7:30.

Call the Midwife (9pm, UNC-TV) - The series holiday special serves as the first season's official finale. Tonight, Christmas at the Nonnatus House finds the nurses and nuns caring for an abandoned newborn and searching for the mother. Also, Jenny tries to locate an elderly homeless woman's children, and the newly married Chummy plans a nativity play.

The Walking Dead (9pm, AMC) - Rick and the group contemplate their next move after their security has been compromised, while Andrea becomes uncomfortable with the changes at Woodbury.

Girls (9pm, HBO) - Hannah goes along with Jessa to visit her estranged father, his alternative girlfriend and her teen son in Upstate New York.

Enlightened (9:30pm, HBO) - If you have access to HBO and you aren't watching this show, I beg you to do a quick catch-up of Season 1 (there aren't many episodes) and dive in to this most excellent second season. Tonight, Tyler asks Eileen to arrange a meeting with Charles Szidon for Amy, who is flabbergasted that the CEO isn't the monster she expected. Meanwhile, Dougie addresses his employees about Cogentiva's future, and Levi reacts to Amy's new life plans.

Killing Lincoln (7pm, NGC) - The National Geographic Channel got such amazing ratings with last week's premiere of the "Killing Lincoln" movie, that they're replaying it tonight at 7, 9, 11 and 1am. Next week, NGC will launch their "Killing Lincoln" sister channel.

Pit Boss (9pm, Animal Planet) - Ashley's decision to leave Shortywood catches Shorty by surprise, but her final job comes with an equally shocking development.

End of the World (9pm, Syfy) - Two video store clerks put their vast knowledge of disaster movies to good use when they team up with a scientist-turned-science fiction writer to save the planet from imminent destruction.

Argo: Inside Story (10pm, Discovery) - The Oscar-nominated film "Argo" is discussed by people who were involved in the hostage situation on which the film is based, including former CIA agent Tony Mendez, who was played by Ben Affleck in the film.

Vanity Fair's Hollywood (10pm, CBS) - An inside look at Vanity Fair's Hollywood issue and plans for the magazine's 20th annual Oscar party. Comments from Tom Hanks, Halle Berry, John Travolta, Ben Affleck, Jane Fonda and many others.

Austin City Limits (Midnight, UNC-TV) - Jazz-soul singer Esperanza Spaulding highlights material from her 2012 "Radio Music Society" album.

Nikita (8pm, CW) - Amanda frames Sean for the CIA director's murder, and he's taken into custody, but Nikita vows to free him. Unfortunately, her plan could save him or cost him his life.

Mindy McCready: A Country Music Tragedy (8pm, E!) - E! moved quickly to put together this look at the life, career, and last days of country singer Mindy McCready, who committed suicide this past weekend.

CSI: New York (9pm, CBS) - The ninth season ends with widespread unrest over the police shooting of an unarmed man. The community uproar forces Mac (Gary Sinise, right) and his team to move quickly to solve the case. No word yet on whether or not this bubble show will be back for a tenth season.

Cat Wars: Lion vs. Cheetah (9pm, National Geographic Channel) - From the "WTH, Man?! No, Thank You!" file: Wildlife filmmaker Leo Kuenkel captures rare footage of three cheetahs being brutally attacked by two male lions on Africa's Serengeti Plain.

Shark Tank (9pm, ABC) - Three brothers pitch their idea for eyewear made from sustainable wood and a duck hunter seeks financial backing for his camouflage clothing.

Touch (9pm, Fox) - Martin makes a risky decision to prevent Jake's exploitation, and Lucy shares new information about Amelia's kidnapping with the police.

Blue Bloods (10pm, CBS) - Erin and Danny join forces to solve a cold case involving a wealthy man who escaped conviction for attacking his girlfriend. Meanwhile, a basketball game injury results in a lawsuit between Jamie's and Danny's friends.

Glory Hounds (8pm, Animal Planet) - Animal Planet film crews embedded with working military dog units, including one from Camp Lejeune, to give an intensely emotional account of the life of dogs and dog handlers serving in the most dangerous regions of Afghanistan. Read more about the Camp Lejeune dogs and their handlers.

Zero Hour (8pm, ABC) - After a harrowing confrontation with Vincent in the Arctic, Hank and Beck search for the next clock and set their sights on India, where Hank makes a startling discovery.

Parks and Recreation (8:30pm, NBC) - In a special one-hour block of "Parks and Rec," Leslie and Ben have two hours to launch their wedding. Later, Leslie is at a loss when a speech she prepared for a special event is stolen, and Ben begins his new job at the Sweetums Charity Foundation.

Project Runway (9pm, Lifetime) - Another surprising twist for the teams, who must design a performance outfit and a red carpet look for country singer Miranda Lambert, who is the guest judge.

Person of Interest (9pm, CBS) - Reese and Finch encounter a formidable foe when an attractive government operative goes on the run.

Scandal (10pm, ABC) - Tonight on "Scandal," the bright, shining light of my Thursday nights, Olivia's crew play matchmaker for a rising politician (a gay gubernatorial candidate from North Carolina in need of a beard). Also, David thinks he's being followed and Fitz deals with a difficult hostage crisis and creepster Jake gets more persistent in his romantic pursuit of Olivia.