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What to Watch on Monday: Season finale of brilliantly bizarre 'Bunheads'

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.

What to Watch on Monday: Fire threatens Paradise on 'Bunheads'

Antiques Roadshow (8pm, UNC-TV) - In the first of three episodes coming from Myrtle Beach, a Joseph Henry Sharp oil painting valued at $400,000.

Bunheads (9pm, ABC Family) - Michelle (Sutton Foster, right) and Bash transform the dance studio into an evacuation center when a fire approaches Paradise. Meanwhile, Boo finds herself in the middle of a love triangle and Dez becomes obsessed with Melanie.

The Following (9pm, Fox) - Claire receives a call that might lead her to her son, and Carroll turns to a lawyer from his past to send a message that could have deadly repercussions.

Dallas (9pm, TNT) - Ryland exposes secrets from Ann's past as his bid to destroy her life continues, while John Ross solidifies his scheme to seize control of Ewing Energies. Also, a Ewing nemesis from the past reemerges.

Castle (10pm, ABC) - Castle and Beckett's homicide case exposes a kidnapping plan centered on the daughter of a rich businessman from the Middle East.

Hawaii Five-0 (10pm, CBS) - A star football payer helps Five-0 investigate the murder of a tech executive during Pro Bowl weekend.

Inside Comedy (11pm, Showtime) - David Steinberg interviews Tina Fey and Judd Apatow.

What to Watch on Monday: Robin Sparkles revisited on 'How I Met Your Mother'

The Carrie Diaries (8pm, CW) - Carrie attends a Halloween bash in the city and brings Walt along, while Maggie and Mouse go to Sebastian's Halloween party in order to keep tabs on him.

How I Met Your Mother (8pm, CBS) - Barney discovers a lost episode of a behind-the-music show that features Canadian teen singing sensation Robin Sparkles (Cobie Smulders, right) and includes a new video and another intriguing revelation from her past.

The Following (9pm, Fox) - Hardy and the team try to predict the actions of one of Carroll's followers. Meanwhile, Paul has difficulty controlling his jealousy over Emma and Jacob's relationship, and the origin of Hardy and Carroll's relationship is revealed.

Bunheads (9pm, ABC Family) - Fanny is angry after Milly starts to dictate how she should run an upcoming dance recital. Also, Scotty and Michelle go on a road trip that involves a surprise detour.

Monday Mornings (10pm, TNT) - A new drama executive produced by David E. Kelley and Dr. Sanjay Gupta, about the personal and professional lives of doctors at a Portland, Ore., hospital. In tonight's premiere, Jorge Villanueva (Ving Rhames) treats a car-crash victim and Dr. Ty Wilson helps a young boy with a soccer injury. Read Adrienne's "Monday Mornings" review.

Castle (10pm, ABC) - Castle and Beckett discover evidence that links a senator to a young woman's murder.

What to Watch on Monday: 'Dallas' returns for second season

Antiques Roadshow (8pm, UNC-TV) - In the first of three episodes set in Boston, experts examine a Norman Rockwell collection, a Red Sox World Series baseball valued at $25,000-$35,000, and a famous and controversial Paul Revere print.

Dallas (9pm, TNT) - Season 2 opens with two new back-to-back episodes. In the first, Christopher and John Ross duel over their visions for Ewing Energies, and Christopher seeks a divorce from Rebecca. At 10, the battle for Ewing Energies rages while Elena tries to gain prominence in the company. Also, John Ross schemes with Pamela Rebecca Barnes to seize Christopher's company shares.

90210 (9pm, CW) - Annie envisions an alternate reality in which she never left Kansas. In this reality, Annie is engaged to her high school boyfriend, Dixon is a successful hip-hop artist, Adrianna is a bad-girl actress, Naomi works in real estate, and Teddy is still in the closet.

The Following (9pm, Fox) - The investigative team turns to Carroll's ex-wife -- and Hardy's former lover -- while digging deep into Carroll's psyche. Meanwhile, Joey is held captive at a house in the country.

Bunheads (9pm, ABC Family) - An unfortunate incident causes setbacks: the dance studio goes unused and Michelle returns to her old job as a Las Vegas showgirl.

Oprah's Next Chapter (10pm, OWN) - Oprah interviews Whitney Houston's mother, Cissy Houston, from Cissy's home in New Jersey.

What to Watch on Monday: A 'Sex in the City' prequel on the CW

Bones (8pm, Fox) - Two hours of "Bones" tonight. In the first, a professional ballroom dancer is killed before her audition for a reality TV dance competition. In the second, an archaeologist with a dubious reputation is murdered soon after making an important discovery.

The Carrie Diaries (8pm, CW) - A new series that serves as a prequel to "Sex in the City," featuring 16-year-old Carrie Bradshaw (AnneSophia Robb, left) entering her junior year of high school and struggling to deal with her mother's death. Things begin to look up for her when she starts an internship in Manhattan. Based on a series of books by Candace Bushnell. Adrienne reviews.

How I Met Your Mother (8pm, CBS) - Robin insists that Barney seek her father's permission to marry her before they announce their engagement.

Being Human (9pm, Syfy) - In the Season 3 opener, Aidan resurfaces to find the vampire community has changed a great deal, while Sally struggles to free herself from limbo. Also, Josh and Nora stand up to Ray, and at the same time a new threat comes looking for them in Boston.

Bunheads (9pm, ABC Family) - Michelle returns to town and gets Truly as a roommate. Meanwhile, the girls head back to school and become enamored with two talented new students.

Deception (10pm, NBC) -As Joanna tries to figure out what really happened the night Vivian died, some people point the finger at Edward. At the same time, Julian's grief over his sister's death leads to self-destructive behavior.

Castle (10pm, ABC) - A promising DJ is murdered at an album release party for a fading pop star, and the investigation takes Castle and Beckett inside the city's music industry.

What to Watch on Monday: 'Bachelor' and 'Bunheads' return, 'Deception' debuts

Antiques Roadshow (8pm, UNC-TV) - Part one of Season 17 begins in Corpus Christi, Texas, where a million-dollar discovery is made: an oil painting created by an 18-year-old Diego Rivera in 1904.

Switched at Birth (8pm, ABC Family) - In the second season opener, a newly wealthy Angelo buys expensive presents for everyone, and John and Kathryn contemplate entering the political arena.

The Bachelor (8pm, ABC) - Dallas businessman Sean Lowe (from a previous "Bachelorette" season) looks for another chance at love in Season 17. In the opener, Sean meets 26 female contenders and seven are sent home.

Bunheads (9pm, ABC Family) - The second half of season one has Michelle readjusting to life in Las Vegas, where she finds work as a magician's assistant.

The Mob Doctor (9pm, Fox) - In the series finale, Grace's world is falling apart when her family's in danger and the FBI's ready to make a move.

The Staircase (10pm, Sundance) - The acclaimed French documentary about the trial of Michael Peterson for the murder of his wife Kathleen is broken into eight parts to air on Sundance. After the eight original episodes air, two new installments will air (early March) featuring developments in Peterson's case. In tonight's first part, executive Kathleen Peterson is found dead at the bottom of a staircase, and her devastated writer husband, Michael, is accused of killing her. You can also watch the first episode at the Sundance website. Jean-Xavier de Lestrade directed.

Deception (10pm, NBC) - A new series about a detective who keeps her job a secret as she reenters the lives of a wealthy family to investigate the mysterious death of her childhood friend. Adrienne reviews.

What to Watch on Monday: Bonds tested in 'Bunheads' finale

Hotel Hell (8pm, Fox) - Gordon Ramsey visits the inexperienced owners of a historic -- and haunted -- New York hotel. The owners may lose their investment if the business isn't turned around quickly.

Wild Justice (8pm, NGC) - Bobcat kittens are released back into the wild after being rescued from a wood chipper. Meanwhile, signs of foul play are uncovered during the investigation of a mountain's lion's death, and a black-market poaching ring is busted in California.

Bunheads (9pm, ABC Family) - In tonight's "sort of" finale, Fanny (Kelly Bishop) and Michelle (Sutton Foster), right, bond as they collaborate on "The Nutcracker" recital. Michelle organizes a fundraiser and advises the girls on their boy drama, but her friendship with Fanny goes off track when some mistakes are made. Foster recently told Entertainment Weekly that the episode ends in a cliffhanger, which means it's extra great news that ABC Family just extended the season. I guess that makes tonight's show a mid-season finale instead of a season finale. Either way, more "Bunheads" so hooray!

Major Crimes (9pm, TNT) - As Raydor works to gain respect in the division, the Major Crimes crew works to crack the case of a brutal and complicated homicide. Meanwhile, Raydor tries to supervise Rusty and Provenzo struggles to accept all the changes in the department.

Perception (10pm, TNT) - Pierce is enlisted to help the FBI investigate the slaying of a therapist. Meanwhile, Moretti gets closer to Professor Hathaway and Haley uses Pierce as a pawn to get funding for a new building. TNT has already ordered a second season of "Perception."

Grimm (10pm, NBC) - Nick and his mother team up to fight the Mauvias Dentes. Meanwhile, details about Juliette's affliction come to light as Monroe and Rosalee race against the clock to save her.

Alphas (10pm, Syfy) - The team responds when Rachel gets kidnapped while visiting the hospital.

What to Watch on Monday: 'The Closer' series finale and several debuts

Hotel Hell (8pm, Fox) - In this new series, chef Gordon Ramsay ("Hell's Kitchen," "MasterChef") travels the U.S. offering advice and criticism to the proprietors of struggling hotels. In part 1 of a 2-part episode, Ramsay visits a picturesque Vermont inn with many problems. My review of "Hotel Hell."

Stars Earn Stripes (8pm, NBC) - No more Olympics!! However you feel about that, NBC is hoping tuning in to their network was habit-forming and that you'll watch this new reality series in which "celebrities" compete in military-style challenges. It's hosted by General Wesley Clark and Samantha Harris, and featuring Eve Torres, Dolvett Quince, Todd Palin, Nick Lachey, Terry Crews, Dean Cain, Laila Ali, and Picabo Street.

The Closer (9pm, TNT) - In tonight's series finale, Brenda (Kyra Sedgwick, right) leads an investigation that she thinks will finally bring her nemesis Phillip Stroh to justice, but her obsession with him soon puts her career -- and her life -- in jeopardy. Read more about tonight's finale (no spoilers!).

Bunheads (9pm, ABC Family) - Michelle is pleased to find a new place to get coffee, but dealing with the barista proves difficult (how cool would it be if this was Luke from "Gilmore Girls"?).

Major Crimes (10pm, TNT) - In this spinoff of "The Closer," featuring characters from that series, Capt. Sharon Raydor (Mary McDonnell) takes over for the departed Deputy Chief Brenda Leigh Johnson. In the opening episode, the unit investigates a string of store robberies that turns fatal, and an undercover detective proves herself and is transferred into the division. Is it any good? Here's my review.

Grimm (10pm, NBC) - Season 2 opens with Nick dealing with his mother's unexpected return. Meanwhile, a foreign plot to hunt down Nick comes to light, and Rosalee and Monroe attempt to awaken Juliette from her coma.

Gallery Girls (10pm, Bravo) - The lives of seven young women in New York City's art world are tracked in this new reality series.

Teen Wolf (10pm, MTV) - Scott races to uncover Gerard's master plan following a shocking death on the lacrosse field.

What to Watch on Monday: Department leak revealed on 'The Closer'

2012 Summer Olympics (NBC) - You can check to see when and where games are playing on the NBC Olympics schedule page. Highlights include track and field, cycling, beach volleyball quarterfinals, gymnastics finals and diving. LaShawn Merritt is expected to go for his second straight gold medal in the 400m. Tips on watching the Olympic games.

The Closer (9pm, TNT) - Who else is still getting over last week's shocker? Yikes, right? Tonight, the investigative focus is on a young couple after a decorated veteran is found dead, but Brenda's (Kyra Sedgwick, left) investigation is hampered by the meddling D.A.'s office. Most importantly, tonight we all learn the identity of the department leak. Next week is the final episode, so brace yourself.

Bunheads (9pm, ABC Family) - Fanny stuns Michelle by inviting her to a play and revealing that she has a longtime boyfriend. Meanwhile, Sasha's obnoxious behavior costs her a prized role.

Alphas (10pm, Syfy) - Harken and Hicks find a fight club for Alphas, and Rosen traces Stanton Parish's past back to 1864. Here's a clip from the episode.

Teen Wolf (10pm, MTV) - Scott must figure out a way to stop Gerard, while Allison continues her hunt for Derek and his wolves. As Larry David might say (and probably has), I'm getting pretty, pretty, pretty, pretty sick of Allison.

Locked Up Abroad (10pm, National Geographic Channel) - Two British backpackers attempt to cross from Panama to Colombia via the notoriously dangerous Darien Gap, but are captured and held hostage by Colombian guerrillas.

What to Watch on Monday: A slain priest causes strife on 'The Closer'

2012 Summer Olympics (NBC) -  You can check to see when and where games are playing on the NBC Olympics schedule page. Highlights today include men's gymnastics (featuring Danell Layva and John Orozco), swimming finals, men's synchronized diving and more U.S. beach volleyball. Tips on watching the Olympic games.

The Closer (9pm, TNT) - The squad investigates the slaying of a priest, stirring up friction with the Catholic Church and causing Brenda and Pope to clash. Also, Brenda's parents arrive as her father continues his cancer treatments.

Bunheads (9pm, ABC Family) - One of the girls steals from Michelle and then lies about it, but Michelle proves she's no pushover. Meanwhile, Ginny's friends mock her for dating the same boy since elementary school.

About Face: Supermodels Then and Now (9pm, HBO) - A compilation of interviews with a diverse group of modeling icons who comment on their careers and share their experiences in and out of the spotlight. Interviewees include Christie Brinkley, Pat Cleveland, Bethann Hardison, Beverly Johnson, Paulina Porizkova, Isabella Rossellini and Cheryl Tiegs. Adrienne reviews.

Warehouse 13 (9pm, Syfy) - Pete and Myka investigate when angry mobs hallucinate en masse and attack innocent people.

Teen Wolf (10pm, MTV) - Allison tracks Derek to the sheriff's station, where Scott, Stiles, Melissa and Sheriff Stilinski are being held hostage.

Perception (10pm, TNT) - Pierce scrambles to crack a coded newspaper message left by someone possibly connected to a murder.

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