Rapid Recaps & TV Web-bits From Last Week (Mar 6 - Mar 12, 2011)
Abe Fried-Tanzer - March 13, 2011
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
CHUCK – no new episode last week |
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This week's premiere episode: Chuck and Sarah suspect Casey is carrying out private missions; Chuck fears the CIA's new operatives will render him obsolete; Morgan settles in with a new roommate; Awesome becomes uncomfortable with Ellie's research. (source: Zap2It)
Next new episode: Monday, March 14, 2011 at 8pm ET/PT on NBC. |
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HAWAII FIVE-0 – no new episode last week |
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This week's encore presentation: The abduction of a woman and the murder of her husband on their honeymoon becomes the case of the Five-0 team; Dr. Max Bergman (Masi Oka) recognizes similarities to a string of unsolved homicides. (Source: Zap2It)
Next new episode: Monday, April 18, 2011 at 10pm ET/PT on CBS. |
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GLEE – "Sexy" (3/8/11) |
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Holly returns and tries to teach sex education to the glee club, while Emma continues to supervise the abstinence club. Emma and Carl end up coming to Holly for sexual counseling. Blaine coaches Kurt on being sexy and suggests that Burt have a sex talk with his son. Santana confesses her feelings for Brittany, Puck and Lauren decide they want to make a sex tape, and Quinn reenters into a secret relationship with Finn. Next new episode: Tuesday, March 15, 2011 at 8pm ET/PT on FOX. |
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NO ORDINARY FAMILY – no new episode last week |
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This week's encore presentation: Stephanie tries to solve the case of her friend's attack before Jim does; Daphne calls foul when Jim allows J.J. to date a senior but won't let her; Katie discovers unsettling news about Joshua. (source: Zap2It)
Next new episode: Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at 8pm ET/PT on ABC. |
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MODERN FAMILY – no new episode last week |
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This week's encore presentation: Alex's dedication to learning makes Claire and Phil question themselves; Gloria tries to make new friends; Mitch runs into an ex-girlfriend while out with Cam. (source: Zap2It)
Next new episode: Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at 9pm ET/PT on ABC. |
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THE OFFICE – no new episode last week |
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This week's encore presentation: Public displays of affection between Holly and Michael make everyone uncomfortable; Jim and Pam experience the aftermath of a bottomless champagne lunch; Andy tags along on Erin's romantic treasure hunt. (source: Zap2It)
Next new episode: Thursday, March 24, 2011 at 9pm ET/PT on NBC. |
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30 ROCK – no new episode last week |
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This week's premiere episode: Liz tries to convince Angie to lure Tracy back home; Jack is embarrassed by the ``Queen of Jordan'' cameras; a former flame causes Frank to question his maturity. (source: Zap2It)
Next new episode: Thursday, March 17, 2011 at 10pm ET/PT on NBC. |
TV Web-bits From Last Week
- The Telefile asks Why Stop with Charlie Sheen? We Suggest New Showrunners for TWO AND A HALF MEN.
- TV Squad suggests the Most Depressing TWO AND A HALF MEN Drinking Game Ever.
- TVGuide.com has recommendations for Who Should Replace Charlie Sheen on TWO AND A HALF MEN.
- TV Squad shares Five Things You Need to Know about the Return of THE EVENT.
- The TV Addict shares the Top 5 Pilot Casting News That Has Us Really Excited for Fall.
- TV Squad looks at Midseason Network TV Odds: Are Your Favorite Shows Getting Cancelled?
- Television Without Pity envisions Battle: Los Angeles: Sequels We'd Like to See.
- Weird Worm judges 5 of TV's Worst Lawyers.
- TV Squad selects Sci-Fi TV's Most Memorable Female TV Characters.
- The Telefile names the Top 10 Luckiest Characters on TV.
- Weird Worm profiles 7 Types of Couples As Seen on TV.
- Here are the best news tweets from the TV Tango Twitter Feed:
- Animal Planet's RIVER MONSTERS with extreme angler Jeremy Wade returns for season 3 on Sun. April 10 at 10p. About: http://bit.ly/ge9ZQO Friday, March 11, 2011 5:08:56 PM via web
- Nat Geo WILD announced that the DOG WHISPERER WITH CESAR MILLAN is moving to the new network, with 10 all-new episodes to air in early 2012 Friday, March 11, 2011 4:58:27 PM via web
- NBC picks up game show STILL STANDING (working title), based on Israeli series. Contestants out-guess 10 opponents in 10 trivia battles. Friday, March 11, 2011 1:38:41 PM via web
- Jason Priestley to direct 1 episode of 2nd season of HAVEN, and will guest star in 4 episode story arc. Series returns to Syfy this summer. Friday, March 11, 2011 7:31:43 AM via web
- GREAT PERFORMANCES AT THE MET presents celebrated new production of Verdi's "Don Carlo" Sunday, April 3 at 12pm ET on PBS Thursday, March 10, 2011 2:33:19 PM via web
- #CatchCon, the ultimate DEADLIEST CATCH fan festival is on Sat., April 9, at Seattle Bell Harbor Conference Center from 12pm – 6pm. FREE Thursday, March 10, 2011 11:01:36 AM via web
- TNT premieres new series FALLING SKIES starring Noah Wyle on Sunday, June 19, (9-11pm) regular timeslot Sundays at 10pm. 10 episodes Thursday, March 10, 2011 10:42:40 AM via web
- TNT premieres new series FRANKLIN & BASH starring Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Malcom McDowell on Wednesday, June 1, at 9pm (ET/PT) with 10 episodes Thursday, March 10, 2011 10:39:22 AM via web
- TNT premieres season 2 of MEMPHIS BEAT starring Jason Lee on Tuesday, June 14, at 9pm with 10 episodes. About series: http://bit.ly/bKTnjC Thursday, March 10, 2011 10:36:32 AM via web
- TNT premieres continuation of season 2 MEN OF A CERTAIN AGE Wed., June 1, at 10p with 6 summer episodes. About series: http://bit.ly/dHV05c Thursday, March 10, 2011 10:33:49 AM via web
- TNT premieres season 3 of #HAWTHORNE on Tuesday, June 14, at 10pm (ET/PT) with 10 episodes. About series: http://bit.ly/b7bsLz Thursday, March 10, 2011 10:29:58 AM via web
- TNT premieres season 2 of RIZZOLI & ISLES on Monday, July 11, at 10pm. (ET/PT) with 10 summer episodes. About series: http://bit.ly/e1xgrE Thursday, March 10, 2011 10:27:16 AM via web
- TNT premieres season 7 of #TheCloser on Monday, July 11, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT) with 10 summer episodes. About series: http://bit.ly/au8Ffb Thursday, March 10, 2011 10:24:21 AM via web
- TNT premieres season 4 of #LEVERAGE on Sunday, June 26, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT) with 10 summer episodes. About series: http://bit.ly/i6Pj3X Thursday, March 10, 2011 10:21:44 AM via web
- BBC America premieres new season #DoctorWho with 2-part episode April 23 at 9pm w/ Matt Smith, Karen Gillan, Arthur Darville, Alex Kingston Thursday, March 10, 2011 7:43:45 AM via web
- Keira Knightley joins cast of Syfy’s four-hour live action TV movie, NEVERLAND as the voice of Tinker Bell. Set to air in December 2011. Thursday, March 10, 2011 7:35:34 AM via web
- Spike TV will air special episode of DEADLIEST WARRIOR which pits Vampires vs. Zombies, this summer. About series: http://bit.ly/db9btn Wednesday, March 09, 2011 4:57:22 PM via web
- CBS orders 2 more editions of #SURVIVOR to be broadcast during the 2011-2012 season. These will mark the 23rd & 24th editions of the series. Wednesday, March 09, 2011 1:49:10 PM via web
- BBC America will co-produce and air a second season of #LUTHER starring the fabulous Idris Elba. About series: http://bit.ly/bIK07U Wednesday, March 09, 2011 10:21:56 AM via web
- Meet the stars of your favorite reality shows at the REALITY ROCKS EXPO April 9-10 at the LA Convention Center. Tickets http://bit.ly/hgvOve Wednesday, March 09, 2011 9:59:14 AM via web
- #PBS premieres JOURNEY OF THE BONESETTER’S DAUGHTER on Sun. May 8 at 10pm. Documentary on making of the opera based on Amy Tan’s novel. Wednesday, March 09, 2011 9:00:50 AM via web
- HBO has picked up the U.S. TV rights for, SING YOUR SONG. Documentary tells the story of the life of Harry Belafonte. To debut in Fall 2011 Wednesday, March 09, 2011 8:38:51 AM via web
- From the makers of PLANET EARTH & LIFE #Discovery premieres HUMAN PLANET 6-part series April 10 at 8p. Stories of human endeavor vs. nature. Wednesday, March 09, 2011 8:34:40 AM via web
- Season finale of #Community will air Thursday, May 12 THURSDAY, MAY 12 (hour-long episode from 8-9pm.) About series: http://bit.ly/daxDSj Tuesday, March 08, 2011 5:18:13 PM via web
- Hey #Chuck Fans... Season finale airs Monday, May 16 at 8pm on #NBC. Tuesday, March 08, 2011 11:28:56 AM via web
- 30 ROCK celebrates 100th episode w/ special 1hr edition Thurs. April 21 at 10p NBC. "TGS," faces prospect its 100th episode may be its last Tuesday, March 08, 2011 11:25:50 AM via web
- Allison Scagliotti joins team on DESTINATION TRUTH: LIVE FROM IRELAND – Banshee Ghost. First ever live event #Syfy Thurs. March 17 (7-11pm) Tuesday, March 08, 2011 8:53:06 AM via web
- REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NYC season 4 debuts April 7 at 10pm #Bravo. New housewife, Cindy Barshop, joins Alex, Jill, Kelly, LuAnn, Ramona & Sonja. Tuesday, March 08, 2011 8:29:11 AM via web
- IFC premieres fifth & final season of sketch comedy series THE WHITEST KIDS U' KNOW on Fri. April 15 at 10:30pm. About: http://bit.ly/gVNHB6 Tuesday, March 08, 2011 8:11:27 AM via web
- NBC relaunches LAW & ORDER: LOS ANGELES with two-hour premiere on Mon. April, 11 at 9pm. Returns to regular time slot (10PM) April 18 #LOLA Monday, March 07, 2011 3:30:37 PM via web
- A&E new series #BreaksoutKings breaks strong from the gait with 2.8 million total viewers for it's premiere outing. Monday, March 07, 2011 12:16:23 PM via web
- David James Elliott reprises his role as Jo's ex-husband, FBI Agent Russ Josephson, on the April 1st episode of #CSI:NY Monday, March 07, 2011 12:06:26 PM via web
- NBC names country music’s Blake Shelton as fourth and final musician coach of THE VOICE premiering on Tuesday, April 26 (9-11 p.m. ET). Monday, March 07, 2011 11:53:26 AM via web
- Cartoon Network orders additional episodes of series, HOLE IN THE WALL, DUDE, WHAT WOULD HAPPEN and a 3rd season of DESTROY BUILD DESTROY. Monday, March 07, 2011 10:19:13 AM via web
- Turner Classic Movies #TCM salutes the “Blonde Bombshell” with an entire month of 20 great Jean Harlow films. Begins Tuesday, March 8 at 8pm Monday, March 07, 2011 10:13:44 AM via web
- Marc Anthony joins cast of TNT’s #HAWTHORNE will reprise role of cop Nick Renata that he played as guest star in 2 episodes last season. Monday, March 07, 2011 10:08:14 AM via web
- Abominable Snowman, Ghost Ships, Sea Monsters! #NatGeo Channel’s EXPEDITION WEEK 2011 begins Sun., April 3 at 9P with 13 new episodes. Monday, March 07, 2011 10:02:15 AM via web
- ABC Family will premiere new drama series THE LYING GAME on Monday, August 15 at 9pm. Stars Alexandra Chando, Andy Buckley, Helen Slater. Monday, March 07, 2011 9:38:29 AM via web
- ABC Family will premiere new sitcom THE GREAT STATE OF GEORGIA on Wednesday, June 29 at 8:30PM. Stars Raven-Symoné, Majandra Delfino Monday, March 07, 2011 9:34:18 AM via web
- ABC Family will premiere new drama series SWITCHED AT BIRTH on Monday, June 6 at 9pm. Stars Katie Leclerc, Vanessa Marano, Lea Thompson. Monday, March 07, 2011 9:30:39 AM via web
- ABC Family will premiere new drama series THE NINE LIVES OF CHLOE KING on Tues. June 14 at 9p. Stars Skyler Samuels, Amy Pietz, Grey Damon. Monday, March 07, 2011 9:26:51 AM via web
- Hey stuffed animal fans...History premieres new series MOUNTED IN ALASKA on Thurs. April 7 at 10p. Follows Alaska family-run taxidermy shop Monday, March 07, 2011 9:21:36 AM via web
- ABC Family returns THE SECRET LIFE OF THE AMERICAN TEENAGER on Monday, March 28 at 8pm with 24 all-new episodes. About: http://bit.ly/gXxe35 Monday, March 07, 2011 9:08:55 AM via web
- ABC Family will return MELISSA & JOEY to complete its first season on Wednesday, June 29, at 8pm. About series: http://bit.ly/9uzi5G Monday, March 07, 2011 9:04:19 AM via web
- ABC Family will premiere season 2 of #PrettyLittleLiars on Tuesday, June 14 at 8pm #pll About series: http://bit.ly/eREXTy Monday, March 07, 2011 9:00:47 AM via web
- Watch a clip of Snoop Dogg roasting Donald Trump:
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.