Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Thursday, September 22, 2011

I feel like I have to apologize to my DVR because of all the shows I’m watching and recording tonight! Thursday is always a crazy night for TV, but are there any shows you are particularly excited about tonight?

Read on for the selection and let me know!

The Big Bang Theory | 8 and 8:30pm on CBS | Season Premiere
“The Skank Reflex Analysis”
Penny worries that she’s screwed things up permanently with her friends, while Sheldon takes command of the paintball team. [I can’t wait to see the fallout from Penny and Raj sleeping together!]

“The Infestation Hypothesis”
A fight between Sheldon and Penny leaves Amy caught in the middle, while Leonard tries to spice up his long-distance relationship with Priya.

The X-Factor | 8pm on Fox | Timeslot Premiere
“Auditions #2”
The live auditions in front of an audience of thousands continue on the second part of the two-night series premiere of THE X FACTOR. Don’t miss the unbelievable auditions as the judges continue their search to find the next global superstar or breakout music group worthy of a $5 million recording contract with Syco/Sony Music. Find out who will bring the judges and audience to their feet and who will leave the stage in tears.

Charlie’s Angels | 8pm on ABC | Series Premiere
“Angel With a Broken Wing”
Everyone deserves a second chance — even a thief, a street racer and a cop who got in a little too deep. After all, the three women who solve cases for their elusive boss, Charlie Townsend, are no saints. They’re angels… Charlie’s Angels. Set and filmed in Miami, this fun, glamorous, action-packed take on the 1970s smash hit series introduces us to three new angels, all fearless detectives, head-turning beauties and close friends. There’s Abby Sampson, a Park Avenue princess who became a world-class thief. Then there’s Kate Prince, a Miami cop who fell from grace, losing both her career and her fiance. Finally there’s Gloria, a disgraced army lieutenant who has a way with explosives. In the premiere episode, one of the angels’ missions ends in Gloria’s tragic death. Charlie persuades them to partner with Gloria’s childhood friend, Eve, a street racer with a mysterious past. They may not know each other yet, but one thing’s for sure: Abby, Kate and Eve will always have each others’ backs. The angels are rounded out by the new Bosley, a hot, young computer hacker who helps them solve cases and enjoys being surrounded by powerful, beautiful women.

Community | 8pm on NBC | Season Premiere
“Biology 101”
As the Greendale study group gathers in the library, they wonder whether they will see their old friend Pierce, who left the study group in a huff after last spring’s paintball game. Jeff quickly butts heads with their new biology teacher Professor Kane and is kicked out of class – leading to a crisis within the group about whether they will all stay together. Dean Pelton is feeling empowered after a summer at “Dean Camp” but finds a new nemesis in Vice Dean Laybourne, dean of the highly regarded Air Conditioning Repair Annex at Greendale.

The Vampire Diaries | 8pm on The CW
“The Hybrid”
Klaus puts a plan in motion that will give him even more power, but even with the unwilling participation of werewolf Ray Sutton, things don’t go exactly as Klaus had planned. Damon and Alaric reluctantly go along with Elena’s new strategy to find Stefan, leading Damon into a dangerous fight with an unexpected enemy. Jeremy turns to Matt for help as he continues to try to understand what the ghosts from his past want from him. Unaware that Caroline is in need of his help, Tyler faces an emotional confrontation with his mother.

Parks and Recreation | 8:30pm on NBC | Season Premiere
“I’m Leslie Knope”
Leslie has to either break-up with Ben or follow her dream of running for office. Ann is forced to dispense medical advice after making an unexpected diagnosis. Meanwhile, Ron prepares for the return of his first ex-wife, Tammy One.

So much more…

Grey’s Anatomy | 9pm on ABC | 2-Hour Season Premiere
“Free Falling/She’s Gone”
In the first hour of the premeire, the fifth-year residents return for the first day of a year that will make or break their careers: Meredith faces the consequences of tampering with Derek’s clinical trial and is terminated at the hospital; April tries to step up to the plate as Chief Resident in the wake of a giant sinkhole in the middle of Seattle; and Cristina and Owen are still at odds over their drastically different feelings for their unborn child. In the second hour, news of Meredith and Derek’s unsteady relationship raises a red flag for Zola’s adoption counselor; Alex quickly realizes that he has become the outcast of the group after ratting out Meredith; and Cristina makes a tough decision regarding her unexpected pregnancy. Also, Chief Webber brings Henry in for a last minute surgery, alarming Teddy.

The Office | 9pm on NBC | Season Premiere
“The List”
The Dunder Mifflin staff accidentally discovers a list of their names in the notebook of the company’s mysterious new CEO, Robert California, triggering a frenzy of speculation. [Two things I’m looking forward to about this episode – finding out who the new manager is and seeing how cute pregnant Pam is going to be with baby #2!]

Person of Interest | 9pm on CBS | Series Premiere
“Pilot”
When the social security number of a young prosecutor comes up, Reese and Finch work together to figure out if their person of interest is the victim or perpetrator.

The Secret Circle | 9pm on The CW
“Bound”
In an effort to distance herself from the Circle and establish a normal teenage life in Chance Harbor, Cassie befriends Sally Matthews, a non-witch. Concerned their powers are getting out of control, Diana pushes everyone to bind the Circle, but Faye is thrilled with the increase in her powers and refuses to participate, while Melissa flirts with Nick despite Faye’s warnings. Meanwhile, Adam fights his growing feelings for Cassie, but circumstances continue to throw them together, forcing Cassie to make a decision.

Whitney | 9:30pm on NBC | Series Premiere
“Pilot”
When Whitney and Alex, a happily unmarried couple, attend one of their friends’ weddings, Whitney realizes that she and Alex are dangerously close to relationship boredom after three years together. Determined not to let that happen, Whitney consults her close circle of opinionated girlfriends Lily and Roxanne. Snapping into action she tries to seduce Alex in a sexy costume, but someone winds up in the emergency room.

Prime Suspect | 10pm on NBC | Series Premiere
“Episode 1”
Jane gets a rough start in her new New York homicide squad when she questions her new colleagues’ work on a mysterious murder case. After complaining to her lieutenant about not getting cases, Jane manages to find a unique angle to help solve a crime. Meanwhile, Jane goes to her father for advice.

It’s Always Sunny in Philadelpia | 10pm on FX
“The Gang Goes to the Jersey Shore”
Dee and Dennis take the gang to their favorite childhood vacation spot on the Jersey Shore. Things aren’t quite as they remember them. Still, Mac, Frank and Charlie have the times of their lives; Dee and Dennis not so much.

The Mentalist | 10pm on CBS | Season Premiere
“Scarlet Ribbons”
In prison for killing his nemesis, Patrick Jane must prove that the man he shot really was Red John. Meanwhile, Lisbon urges Van Pelt to seek counseling in the aftermath of the death of her fiance, Detective O’Laughlin.

Archer | 10:30pm on FX
“Heart of Archness, Part 2”
On the tropical island, Archer has emerged as Pirate King and must deal with it. Meanwhile, his ISIS colleagues keep up their attempts to rescue him. Sort of.

Also playing…

• Project Runway | “Image is Everything” | 9pm on Lifetime
• Jersey Shore | “Where Is My Boyfriend?” | 10pm on MTV

Leave a comment and let me know what you will be watching!