Tonight’s TV Spotlight…January 18, 2009

More and more premieres.  How is one supposed to keep up with it all?   I do love some good Sunday night TV to prepare me for the week ahead. Looks like Showtime and HBO are gearing up for battle. Who will win? What Sunday shows are YOU going to be watching tonight?

Desperate Housewives | 9pm on ABC
“The Best Thing That Ever Could Have Happened”
When Eli Scruggs (Beau Bridges), the neighborhood handyman, passes away, the residents of Wisteria Lane realize how much he affected their lives.

Brothers & Sisters | 10pm on ABC
“It’s Not Easy Being Green”
Professional and personal lines become blurred when Sarah’s business partner makes a surprising confession. Nora has a little romance of her own.

The Mentalist | 9pm on CBS
“Paint It Red”
Patrick and the team investigate when a $50 million painting is stolen from a business tycoon’s office and his son-in-law is found dead nearby.

The L Word | 9pm on HBO
“Long Night’s Journey Into Day”
In the sixth season premiere, a shocking revelation about the fate of a major character leads to a season-long series of flashbacks that will reveal the events leading up to a tragedy.

Big Love | 9pm on HBO
“Block Party”
Margene helps Bill pitch a Mormon-friendly casino; Barb warms to the idea of Ana joining the family; Alby becomes suspicious of Bill and Adaleen; Nicki defends her lifestyle at the annual block party.

Flight of the Conchords | 10pm on HBO
“A Good Opportunity”
After rejecting Murray for spending time with another band, Bret and Jemaine find success managing themselves; Dave shares his double-down deal strategy.

United States of Tara | 10pm on Showtime
“Pilot”
Tara Gregson tries to live a normal life with her family while suffering from multiple personalities.[GMMR: Check back to GMMR a bit later for more on this new show.]

Secret Diary of a Call Girl | 10:30pm on Showtime
In the second season premiere, Belle is spotted on the arm of a politician and subsequently blackmailed by a sleazy journalist; Belle meets an up-and-coming call girl named Bambi.