Rapid Recaps & TV Web-bits From Last Week (Dec 5 - Dec 11, 2010)
Abe Fried-Tanzer - December 12, 2010
Each week TV Tango takes you around the dial and across the web so you can read recaps of the hottest programs and catch up on the biggest and best TV-related lists, news stories & fun sites/links from the previous week.
Rapid Recaps From Last Week
| Dexter – "Hop a Freighter" (12/5/10) | ||||
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Emily helps Jordan set a trap for Dexter and Lumen. Dexter finds himself abducted by Liddy and must determine a way to get out of the situation before Quinn arrives and makes things infinitely worse. Deb tries to keep Jordan in the country and circumvents Laguerta in her efforts to get a warrant to hold him as a material witness. Dexter plans for Harrison’s birthday party.
Next new episode: Sunday, December 12, 2010 at 9pm ET/PT on Showtime. |
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Chuck – no new episode last week |
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Enjoy an encore presentation of "Chuck Versus the Santa Claus" on Monday, December 20 at 10pm on NBC.
Next new episode: January 10, 2011. |
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Hawaii Five-0 – no new episode last week |
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Next episode: The man who murdered McGarrett's father resurfaces; Chin Ho's life is put in danger during a hostage situation.
Next new episode: Monday, December 13, 2010 at 10pm ET/PT on CBS. |
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Glee – "A Very Glee Christmas" (12/7/10) |
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When he discovers that Brittany still believes in Santa Claus, Artie takes extraordinary measures to ensure that no one tells her the truth and ruins her bliss. Sue rigs the staff’s Secret Santa game so that she gets all the gifts and decides that no one can have them if she can’t. Rachel makes an effort to connect to Finn. Kurt helps Blaine rehearse and the two sing a duet.
Next new episode: Super Bowl Sunday, February 6, 2011 at 10:30pm ET/7:30pm PT on FOX. |
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No Ordinary Family – "No Ordinary Sidekick" (12/7/10) |
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When Jim stops a laundry store robbery, George ends up getting the credit, causing a rift between him and Jim. Detective Cordero discovers that Jim is the one who saved him and suddenly becomes his new best friend. Dr. Chiles stands up to Dr. King and reaches out to Stephanie. The Watcher makes a confession to Katie. JJ joins a genius club and Stephanie tries to read The Watcher’s thoughts again.
Next new episode: Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at 9pm ET/PT on ABC. |
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Undercovers – no new episode last week |
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Next new episode: Steven and Samantha must recover stolen American currency plates before they are used to make counterfeit money; Leo helps Lizzy make a decision about her future.
Next new episode: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 at 8pm ET/PT on NBC. |
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Modern Family – "Dance Dance Revelation" (12/8/10) |
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Claire deals with Gloria being selected as a co-chair for the school dance she usually organizes by herself. Jay and Phil take Luke and Manny shopping for suits. Jay chastises Phil for not being aggressive enough when people take advantage of him, and Manny becomes annoyed when Luke selects the same tie as him. Cameron and Mitchell try to determine why Lily is biting people.
Next new episode: Wednesday, January 5, 2011 at 9pm ET/PT on ABC. |
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30 Rock – "Christmas Attack Zone" (12/9/10) |
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Jack decides to ruin his mother’s Christmas by secretly inviting Milton. Liz tries to avoid holiday drama by not going home but gets sucked into the Donaghy family’s troubles. Tracy continues to promote his Golden Globe-nominated film and his attempt to act serious. Jenna is depressed when she comes up with a perfect costume idea that she could only have realized with Paul.
Next new episode: Thursday, January 20, 2011 at 10pm ET/PT on NBC. |
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The Office – "Classy Christmas" (12/9/10) |
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Toby announces that he’s leaving to do jury duty for the Scranton Strangler case and that Holly is coming in to replace him. Michael prepares a lavish reception for her arrival and is devastated to learn that she is now living with AJ. Jim gets in over his head when he agrees to a snowball fight with Dwight, and Pam works on the perfect gift for Jim. Darryl tries to give his daughter a fun Christmas. Angela introduces her boyfriend to the office.
Next new episode: Thursday, January 20, 2011 at 9pm ET/PT on NBC. |
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TV Web-bits From Last Week
- Time Magazine rates the Top 10 Shows of 2010: The Best and the Rest.
- TV Squad praises The Runners Up: More of 2010’s Very Good, Pretty Good and Decent TV Shows.
- The TV Addict points out the Top 5 Things That Make Us Go "Hmmmm…"
- The Telefile explains How to Fix THE EVENT.
- TV Squad previews 5 LOST Mysteries Revealed: LOST Encyclopedia Authors Shed Light on Lingering Show Debates.
- Connect with Your Teens cites the Top 10 TV Series With Pop Culture References.
- TV Squad lists the Top 20 Magic/Supernatural Shows of All Time.
- The Telefile selects the Top 10 Ridiculous People Who Should Be on DANCING WITH THE STARS.
- TV Squad recommends Christmas Gifts for 6 TV Characters.
- A few news-tweets from the TV Tango Twitter Feed over the past week:
- Fri (Dec 10): Golf Channel to debut MORNING DRIVE on Jan. 3 (7-9 am ET ) with co- hosts Erik Kuselias & Gary Williams. Network’s first live, morning show.
- Fri (Dec 10): ABC premieres SECRETE MILLIONAIRE Sun. March 6 at 8P. “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” returns to its regular time period on Sun. April 17
- Fri (Dec 10): TNT puts closure on #TheCloser...announced today the show will end next year after its 7th season. Decision was made by Kyra Sedgwick.
- Fri (Dec 10): For you arty pants....New #PBS arts documentary PARIS THE LUMINOUS YEARS by Perry Miller Adato premieres next Wed. December 15 at 9 PM.
- Fri (Dec 10): Barbara Walters is confusing "Most Fascinating People" with Most Over-Exposed People. Moronic cast of JERSEY SHORE fascinating, I think not.
- Fri (Dec 10): DON'T MISS the premiere of WISHFUL DRINKING on #HBO this Sunday, Dec. 12 at 9p. Carrie Fisher (aka Princess Leia) is hysterical, brilliant.
- Thu (Dec 9): #TheHasselhoffs get the brush off..A&E removes series from schedule after 2 episodes. Ratings not good. About series: http://bit.ly/fExw3J
- Thu (Dec 9): Cartoon Network #AdultSwim premieres ROBOT CHICKEN: STAR WARS EPISODE III on Sun. Dec. 19 at 11:30 pm. Zac Efron as Anakin Skywalker.
- Thu (Dec 9): Comedy Central unveils new logo. Check out the network's promo video for the new logo: http://bit.ly/f0XsKU
- Thu (Dec 9): #THR reports Larry Hagman to guest star on ABC's #DesperateHousewives. He will play a love interest for Stella Wingfield (Polly Bergen).
- Thu (Dec 9): #MYTHBUSTERS Green Hornet Special episode Dec. 15 at 9pm. Seth Rogen & Mythbusters team take on 2 two pivotal scenes from the upcoming film.
- Thu (Dec 9): #Chiller looks back at the scariest films of past 10 years on "Chiller 13: The Decade's Scariest Movie Moments" Fri. December 17, at 8pm.
- Thu (Dec 9): Animal Planet IT’S ME OR THE DOG returns for season 3 on Jan. 8 at 8p. RHONYC Jill Zarin & her dog Ginger guest. About: http://bit.ly/fcrJQe
- Wed (Dec 8): AMERICA’S MOST WANTED has once again proved that 1 person watching TV can make a difference. Viewer tip leads cops to Ronni Chasen's killer.
- Wed (Dec 8): Hey Civil War/History buffs--AMERICAN EXPERIENCE: ROBERT E. LEE premieres #PBS Jan. 3 at 9pm. 2011 marks 150th Anniversary of the Civil War.
- Wed (Dec 8): Disney Channel orders second season of animated series, FISH HOOKS and orders new animated comedy series, GRAVITY FALLS.
- Wed (Dec 8): TNT #LEVERAGE fans online Q&A live video chat with cast and guest-star Wil Wheaton. Sun. Dec. 12, at 10p ET/7p PT. http://www.tnt.tv/
- Wed (Dec 8): Showtime will preview first 20 minutes of its new series #SHAMELESS immediately following the season 5 finale of #DEXTER, on Sun. Dec. 12th
- Wed (Dec 8): Syfy greenlights ALPHAS (working title), orders 11 episodes of the action-adventure series starring David Strathairn. To debut summer 2011.
- Tue (Dec 7): TVGuide reports Fox will not to order additional episodes of #LieToMe. This 3rd season only 13 episodes. Series has not been canceled yet.
- Mon (Dec 6): Eliza Dushku tweet: "Hey guys! We have mutually & AMICABLY decided to part ways on "Bird Dog" [TNT pilot] due to creative differences.
- Mon (Dec 6): ABC’s COUGAR TOWN returns in its regular time on Wed. April, 13 (9:30) and MODERN FAMILY will air “Fan Favorites” episodes at 10:30pm
- Mon (Dec 6): ABC premieres MR. SUNSHINE w/ Mathew Perry on Wed. Feb. 9 (9:30-10pm), and HAPPY ENDINGS w/ Elisha Cuthbert on Wed. April,13 (10-10:30pm)
- Mon (Dec 6): #Warehouse13 Eddie McClintock to star in upcoming Syfy TV Movie, "The Boogeyman" (working title). Now filming in Bulgaria, to air 2011.
- Mon (Dec 6): AMC walks away w/ big numbers for series finale THE WALKING DEAD. Zombie drama attracted 6 million total viewers. All-Time AMC Series Record
- Mon (Dec 6): FX puts down #Terriers. Show is canceled. About series: http://bit.ly/hJywVq
- Mon (Dec 6): Hey #BONES fans... Q&A Interview with Emily Deschanel. Talks Brennan-Booth-Hannah triangle, upcoming episodes and more. http://bit.ly/hoDind
- Mon (Dec 6): Showtime renews #DEXTER for a sixth season. Season 5 finale December 12th. Series premiered October 1, 2006. About: http://bit.ly/bM3SS9
- Watch the trailer for Showtime’s upcoming THE BORGIAS, embedded below (courtesy of TV Squad):
Abe Fried-Tanzer is a recent graduate from New York University, where he majored in cinema studies and journalism. He makes it his priority each year to see every Oscar-nominated film and watch every new television pilot, and writes reviews and awards predictions at Movies with Abe and TV with Abe.
