Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Sunday, March 7, 2010

Happy Oscars day to you! I know, this is a TV site but I’m actually really looking forward to the Academy Awards tonight. Of course I’m only excited to see Adam Shankman’s influence on the show. I really could care less who wins any awards, I’m just looking forward to seeing my favorite SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCErs and LXD (League of Extraordinary Dancers) who are taking the stage tonight. It’s the little things…

The Academy Awards officially gets underway at 8:30pm, but ABC’s red carpet special begins a half-hour earlier at 8pm.  If you’re looking for in-depth coverage the definitely check out E!.  Their awards pre-show with Ryan Seacrest starts at 6pm, but E! starts the party much earlier in the day, so be sure to check it out.

Anyone else excited to watch?

If the Oscars aren’t your thing, there are still a few new shows to entertain you tonight.

The Barbara Walters Special | 7pm on ABC
“Academy Awards”
In her final Oscar night special, the journalist interviews Oscar nominees Sandra Bullock and Mo’Nique, and spotlights 29 years of the Academy Award specials.

The 82 Annual Academy Awards | 8:30pm on ABC
Honors for achievements in film take place at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles; Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin host. Ten of this year’s best films are in the running for the coveted ‘Best Picture’ prize.  Will it be Avatar or The Hurt Locker? Or will someone pull an upset and walk away with Oscar gold? Red Carpet Special starts at 8pm on ABC.

The Amazing Race | 8pm on CBS
“We Are No Longer in the Bible Belt”
The contestants must navigate a confusing train system, take a dive over Hamburg and reunite for a nausea-inducing lesson in German gastronomy.

Big Love | 9pm on HBO
“End of Days”
Bill tries to protect his candidacy; Jerry and Tom’s tribe leadership is jeopardized; Margene wants to keep Ana and Goran in her life; Nicki is desperate to get pregnant; a polygamist scandal in Kansas makes national news.

How to Make it in America | 10pm on HBO
“Unhappy Birthday”
Ben takes Kaplan to a night club in an attempt to distract himself from thinking about Rachel and her new boyfriend; Cam gets a bartending job at a gala benefit.

Jimmy Kimmel Live | 12:05am on ABC
“After the Academy Awards”
Actor Robert Downey Jr.; Keith Urban performs; features appearances by Matthew McConaughey, Sting, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner. Tonight Jimmy brings us behind the doors to of exclusive Handsome Men’s Club (HMC) with handsome men such as Patrick Demspey, John Krasinski, Sting, Rob Lowe and more. [GMMR: Jimmy Kimmel’s post-Oscar shows are always fantastic. Be sure to hit the record button if you think you might fall asleep. And be sure to watch the hilarious Handsome Men’s Club teasers]

Are you excited for the Oscars?  Do you watch all the pre-shows and red carpet specials?  What will YOU be watching tonight…if anything.