Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Wednesday, October 21, 2009

On the whole, I think that Wednesday is the best night of the TV week for me.  Monday and Thursday has its gems, but Wednesday is pure love. Unfortunately it’s probably going to be at least another week until I can commit to full recaps of Wednesday night shows, but I’ll do as much as the pain meds will allow…deal?

Here’s the kicker…I’m staying with Moms & Pops until I get better so I don’t have a DVR.  GASP! Hopefully my Slingbox will pull through (fingers crossed).

I’ll try to get the ‘Spotlight’ posts up earlier in the morning starting tomorrow.  I’m glad to know that so many of you like these daily updates so much.

I know, I know. Shut up about your back issues and let’s talk TV.  Done and done.

Hank | 8pm on ABC
“Relax Don’t Do It”
Hank finds it challenging to not do anything while unemployed and overachieves as a househusband.

So You Think You Can Dance | 8pm on Fox
“Vegas Week”
Tonight is the third and final round of Vegas Week. All those that made it to the semi-finals will have to make it through the grueling Vegas week if they want a shot at being in the Top 20.

Mercy | 8pm on NBC
“You Lost Me with the Cinder Block”
Veronica tries to save a pregnant woman in the aftermath of a car wreck; Dr. Harris calls for a hearing to determine Veronica’s future at Mercy Hospital; Sonia helps a sleepwalking patient.

The New Adventures of Old Christine | 8pm on CBS
“Dr. Little Man”
Christine begins a complicated relationship with the doctor (Eric McCormack) who shares Matthew’s office space.

Gary Unmarried | 8:30pm on CBS
“Gary on the Air”
Gary seizes the opportunity to report the news after the radio station’s sports announcer is arrested on the job. Meanwhile, Louise makes a video for Uncle Mitch and his Marine unit for her school’s volunteer week.

(More of tonight’s lineup after the jump)

The Middle | 8:30pm on ABC
“The Trip”
Frankie encourages Sue to fight for her right to attend a class trip to the state capitol; Brick’s first girlfriend turns out to be a bit bossy.

Modern Family | 9pm on ABC
“Coal Digger”
Tensions rise during a day of barbecue and football at Jay and Gloria’s in the wake of an incident between Manny and Luke at school.

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | 9pm on NBC
“Harwired”
After a young boy is raped, detectives find out their suspect is the leader of a civil rights group that supports adult-child relationships.

Glee | 9pm on Fox
“Mash-Up”
Will composes a mash-up for a special occasion; McKinley High’s cool kids are overthrown; Sue reveals her softer side. [WOW, the GLEE writers sure do like their mash-ups. Relax.]

Criminal Minds | 9pm on CBS
“Cradle to Grave”
The team hunts a suspect who impregnates young women, has them give birth and murders them.

Cougar Town | 9:30pm on ABC
“You Wreck Me”
Jules tries to boost Bobby’s self-confidence; Laurie takes on a new client in an attempt to prove her worth to Jules.

CSI:NY | 10pm on CBS
“Battle Scars”
The CSIs turn their attention to a lengthy list of rival dancers when an unidentified shooting victim turns out to be a rising star in the underground world of hip-hop dance battles.

Eastwick | 10pm on ABC
“Mooning and Crooning”
Kat fulfills a fantasy; Mia and Roxie find themselves in an embarrassing predicament; Joanna’s rush to print a story gets her into trouble..

Top Chef: Las Vegas | 10pm on Bravo
“Restaurant Wars”
The galloping gourmets take on the sprawling and time-tested “Restaurant Wars” challenge, in which they must manage all aspects of a restaurant owned by “Top Chef Masters” player Rick Moonen. The tasks include serving, cooking and hosting. Moonen serves up a guest-judge turn.

Also playing…

• America’s Next Top Model | 8pm on The CW: The contestants interview actress Jessica Lowndes; the ladies are surprised to learn that they must write their own scripts for their commercials; Kim Kardashian serves as guest judge.

This is where I turn it over to YOU! Share with us what YOU are watching ton