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This week’s TV highlights
Hundreds of channels, hours and hours of programming. So much to watch, so little time. Here are some highlights to get you started on your week of viewing.
Sunday
‘When We Left Earth: The NASA Missions,’ 8 p.m. on Discovery — This three-part documentary series, narrated by Gary Sinise, celebrates NASA’s 50th anniversary. Astronauts such as John Glenn and Neil Armstrong recall their historic space explorations, illustrated with archival footage transferred into stunning high-definition.
‘Law & Order: Criminal Intent,’ 8 p.m. on USA — The lone “Law & Order” dumped by NBC begins its new season on cable with Vince D’Onofrio reprising his offbeat cop role in the premiere. (Christopher Noth alternates the lead with D’Onofrio.)
‘Army Wives,’ 9 p.m. on Lifetime — Last season’s cliffhanger (a man walks into a bar and threatens to blow himself up) is resolved as this drama about soldiers’ spouses begins its second season.
Monday
‘Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired,’ 8 p.m. on HBO — The documentary takes a look at the turbulent life of the Polish-born, award-winning director of “Rosemary’s Baby” and “Chinatown,” including the murder of his pregnant wife Sharon Tate by Charles Manson’s minions and his conviction for having sex with a 13-year-old girl. It’s a fascinating and bizarre journey.
‘Nashville Star,’ 8 p.m. on NBC — After five seasons on USA cable network, the country-crooning competition begins its sixth season on broadcast TV with Billy Ray Cyrus hosting.
Tuesday
‘Frontline,’ 8 p.m. on PBS — In an episode titled “On Our Watch,” the documentary series profiles activists traveling through refugee camps in Darfur.
‘30 Days,’ 9 p.m. on FX — National Football League player Ray Crockett spends a month in a wheelchair to experience life like his former teammate Mike Utley, who was paralyzed in a 1991 game.
Wednesday
‘Celebrity Circus,’ 8:30 p.m. on NBC — The reality series presents C-listers like Christopher Knight and Rachel Hunter performing stunts under the Big Top.
Thursday
‘The A-List Awards,’ 9 p.m. on Bravo — D-lister Kathy Griffin hosts a celebration of the stars of fashion, design, food and pop culture.
‘Texas Monthly Talks,’ 7 p.m. on PBS — Editor/host Evan Smith chats up novelist Sarah Bird.
Friday
‘High School Musical 2,’ 7 p.m. on Disney — The phenom from last summer gets a replay.
Saturday
‘Dana Carvey: Squatting Monkeys Tell No Lies,’ 9 p.m. on HBO — Who knows if the former “Saturday Night Live” regular is still funny … I just like the title.
‘The Princess Diaries,’ 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on ABC Family — The 2001 movie, starring Anne Hathaway and Julie Andrews, is the perfect girly-girl sleep-over fare for summer.
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By tvsummer
June 11, 2008 4:01 PM | Link to this
SO excited for America's Got Talent which premieres June 17th!! With Sharon on the judging panel who knows what's going to happen?!
By vond
June 11, 2008 3:56 PM | Link to this
What about America's Got Talent...premieres June 17th!?!? Wasn't really into the puppet guy Terry but I'm hoping to see someone new stand out on top!
HOLLOWAY responds:
"America's Got Talent" returns June 17.
By Hal
June 9, 2008 12:40 PM | Link to this
Additional p.m. highlights (fans only):
Thursday: "My Boys" season premiere (TBS, 8:30)
Friday: "Can You Duet" season finale (CMT, 7-9) and "Battlestar Gallactica" mid-season finale (SciFi, 9-10)
By Ashley
June 8, 2008 2:03 PM | Link to this
OMG nbc celebrity circus is going to the best show ever!!!! omg joey fatone is a god!!!
By Aaron
June 8, 2008 2:01 PM | Link to this
Crush from AMERICAN GLADIATORS may be the hottest chick on TV right now...what do you guys think?
http://www.nbc.com/American_Gladiators/video/#mea=258326
Watch her on AMERICAN GLADIATORS on Mondays at 8/7c on NBC
By txgrl435
June 7, 2008 4:08 PM | Link to this
I am SO excited for The Nashville Star season 6 premier! Its on NBC now? who knew. Hope that they show the drama that ensued when they kicked that girl off. Gotta watch to see the "real" reason they give for letting her go. talk about some crushed hopes.