Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Thursday, November 5, 2009 (Update)

Uh oh. It’s Thursday. Usually not an ‘uh oh’ kind of day, but since I still haven’t seen any Wednesday night TV, it’s a bit ‘uh oh’ for yours truly.  But fear not. I will get to it all.  We’ve got Team GMMR all over tonight’s schedule so there will be plenty to talk about tomorrow. I hope you’ll join us.

I got a bit of a head start on tonight’s TV. I’ve already posted about tonight’s brazilliant SUPERNATURAL episode, so if you haven’t had a chance to read it, be sure to check it out. Don’t worry, I’ve kept the spoilers to a minimum. And just this morning I got to check out tonight’s PARKS AND RECREATION which is Ron Swans-errific! Absolutely hilarious. I love me some Megan Mullally (you know, as long as she’s not hosting a talk show). Hopefully you (and Erik) will like it as much as I did.

One more thing.  Hang on to your hats because this might come as a shock, but I’m really looking forward to GREY’S ANATOMY tonight.  Yup! The past two episodes have been really good.  Has they GREY’S of old returned or are they just baiting me? If it’s good enough, maybe I’ll be inspired to talk GREY’S tomorrow.

All this, THE VAMPIRE DIARIES and THE OFFICE.  I’m certainly spoiled tonight.

UPDATE: In my haste I forgot to add Fox’s Thursday night shows.  BONES and FRINGE are all new tonight so please be sure to check them out.

Here are just a few shows worthy of your time tonight.

Flash Forward | 8pm on ABC
“The Gift”
Mark, Demetri, Gough and MI-6 Agent Fiona Banks (Alex Kingston) look into a Blue Hand club’s possible connection to recent suicides; Aaron gets a surprise visit from a former army pal of his late daughter.

The Vampire Diaries | 8pm on The CW
“162 Candles”
Stefan is visited by one of his oldest friends; Elena tries to avoid Stefan; Jeremy’s behavior surprises Jenna and Elena; Damon’s offer to help Sheriff Forbes has tragic results.

Survivor: Samoa | 8pm on CBS
“All Hell Breaks Loose”
In anticipation of the tribes’ merger, the outnumbered Foa Foa tribe devises a strategy to make alliances with Galu’s strongest players; a contestant is eliminated.

Bones | 8pm on CBS
“The Tough Man in the Tender Chicken”
When the remains of an heir to a controversial chicken farm turn up on a riverbank, a murder suspect may be found in the deceased’s long list of enemies, including animal-rights activists and disgruntled neighbors.

Community | 8:00pm on NBC
“Home Economics”
Study group members try to help Jeff when they learn he is living out of his car; Pierce joins Vaughn’s (Eric Christian Olsen) band.

(The rest of Thursday night’s lineup is after the jump)

Parks & Recreation | 8:30pm on NBC
“Ron and Tammy”
Leslie learns the library department, which is run by Ron’s ex-wife (Megan Mullally), wants to take over her lot; Andy gets a job in hopes of winning back Ann.

The Office | 9pm on NBC
“Double Date”
Having run out of excuses, Jim and Pam are forced to go on an uncomfortable double date with Michael and Helena (Linda Purl); Dwight is doing nice things for everyone in the office.

Grey’s Anatomy | 9pm on ABC
“Invest in Love”
The parents of Arizona’s 10-year-old patient offer the hospital a generous donation, but Arizona finds herself in a conflict of interest when the patient’s condition worsens; Cristina tests her boundaries with Owen.

Supernatural | 9pm on The CW
“Changing Channels”
Dean and Sam are thrown into an alternate universe by the Trickster where they are characters in different TV series.

CSI | 9pm on CBS
“Death and the Maiden”
The CSIs discover that two seemingly unrelated crimes are actually part of the same twisted revenge plot.

Fringe | 9pm on FOX
“Earthling”
When the Division probes bizarre cases of people turning into ash, the investigation also reveals clues about Broyles’ past. Directed by Emmy Award winner Jon Cassar (“24”).

30 Rock | 9:30pm on NBC
“Audition”
Liz and Pete try to rig the audition process; Tracy and Jenna decide they should conduct their own search for the next “TGS” star.

Private Practice | 10pm on ABC
“Slip Slidin’ Away”
Naomi struggles with the idea of genetically designing babies; Violet suddenly decides to try electric shock therapy on a patient.

The Mentalist | 10pm on CBS
“Black Gold and Red Blood”
From his cell after being jailed for spying, Jane helps the investigating team solve a young man’s murder.

The Real Housewives of Atlanta | 10pm on Bravo
“Season 2 Reunion”
In the second part of this two part reunion show, the Southern belles reassemble to dish on Season 2 dramas in a reunion installment.

It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia | 10pm on FX
“Paddy’s Pub: Home of the Original Kitten Mittens”
When a merchandising convention comes to town, the gang tries to develop marketable products in an attempt to build the Paddy’s brand.

Project Runway | 10pm on Lifetime
“The Art of Fashion”
[GMMR: Once again have no idea what tonight’s episode is all about. It seems that even the show was shot well over a year ago, they don’t publish their episode synopsis anywhere. Sorry.]

The League | 10:30pm on FX
“Bounce Test”
Pete’s split with Meegan sends ripples through the tight-knit group; Ruxin tries to reunite them for his own selfish reasons. [GMMR: Raise your hand if you watched?]

Also playing…

• The Real Housewives of Orange County | 10pm on Bravo | Season Premiere
  “When the Tough Get Going, the Tough Get Blonder”
  Vicki works on strengthening her relationship with Donn; Jeana is forced to economize; tensions are high between Tamra and Simon; Gretchen tries to move on from her fiance’s death.

On the late night couch…

• The Jay Leno Show: Wanda Sykes, Rachael Ray, Dan Finnerty & the Dan Band
• The Late Show with David Letterman: Derek Jeter, Jorge Posada & Andy Pettitte, Bill Maher, Keith Urban
• The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien:  Jim Carrey, Olivia Wilde, Zac Brown Band
• The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson: Denis Leary, Jena Malone
• Jimmy Kimmel Live: Jesse Williams, Florence and the Machine
• Late Night with Jimmy Fallon: Ian McKellan, Paula Patton, Yoko Ono, Sean Lennon
• Chelsea Lately: Khloe Kardashian, Lamar Odom, T.J. Miller, Chris Franjola, Natasha Leggero
• Last Call with Carson Daly: Newt Gingrich, Ashley Fiolek, Matisyahu
• The Daily Show with Jon Stewart: Amb. Susan Rice
• The Colbert Report: Joey Cheek, Chief William Bratton

Which shows will YOU be checking out tonight? Leave a comment and let me know.