Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Missed MODERN FAMILY last week? Of course you did! Luckily, it returns this week along with SUBURGATORY, HAPPY ENDINGS and much more!

Read on to see what you’ll be watching!

Survivor | 8pm on CBS
“Ticking Time Bomb”
A relative crosses the line during the emotional family reunion, and an unlikely secret alliance threatens the pecking order of the Te Tuna tribe.

Up All Night | 8pm on NBC
“First Christmas”
Reagan goes to great lengths to give Amy a perfect Christmas while Ava’s relationship with Kevin hits an obstacle.

The X-Factor | 8pm on Fox | Special 90-Minute Episode
“LIVE Performance Show”
The remaining finalists continue to perform LIVE, as America votes to keep their favorite acts safe, and send the others home! See who steps up their game in hopes of winning the $5 million recording contract with Syco/Sony Music.

The Middle | 8pm on ABC
“A Christmas Gift”
On a tipsy whim – and against Mike’s wishes – Frankie decides to throw a Christmas Eve party at the house; Mike buys Frankie a much needed new dishwasher for Christmas, but has a hard time keeping it a secret when she begs him to replace the old one before the party; Sue calls on Reverend TimTom to explain the meaning of Christmas to Brick when he reads the Bible and begins to question it; and Axl gets annoyed with Bob when he tries too hard to be cool in order to befriend him while working together on a Christmas tree lot.

Suburgatory | 8:30pm on ABC
“The Nutcracker”
When Tessa overhears George break up with his girlfriend, Zoe, on Skype, she blames herself for his failed relationship and decides that she’s going to get them back together. Unbeknownst to her, though, George is really enamored with Tessa’s cute art teacher, Aimee. He admits to Mr. Wolfe that he’s over dating crazy city women, and that he’s looking for love in the burbs. George decides to embrace the holiday spirit with a tree trimming party complete with ex-girlfriend, potential new girlfriend and the Royces, and he soon finds himself under the mistletoe with a special someone

So much more. Keep reading…

Criminal Minds | 9pm on CBS
“Self-Fulfilling Prophecy”
The BAU team looks into the real reasons behind an apparent mass suicide of a small group of youths at a military academy. Also, Hotch and Morgan butt heads when a team member could be in jeopardy.

Harry’s Law | 9pm on NBC
“Purple Hearts”
Harry, Oliver and Cassie struggle to defend their client, a mother who stands accused of killing her infant son who suffered from a debilitating disorder with no hope for a cure. Meanwhile, Tommy and Adam represent a former-soldier-turned-clown who, after suffering a minor traumatic brain injury in the Iraq War, was deemed ineligible for a Purple Heart. In the holiday spirit, Tommy and Adam try to get the veteran the recognition he deserves.

Modern Family | 9pm on ABC
“Express Christmas”
The family is gathered at Jay and Gloria’s pool on a sunny December day, and that’s where they realize that everyone will be scattered this coming Christmas, so if they want to celebrate together, then it will have to be today! Everyone sets off with their respective duties for Express Christmas – Mitchell, Alex and Lily get the tree, Jay and Cameron are in charge of gift wrapping, Phil and Manny get the groceries, Gloria and Luke go retrieve the ornaments, and Claire and Haley shop for all the gifts. When they all return in the evening, it’s quite a sight.

America’s Next Top Model: All-Stars | 9pm on The CW
“All-Star Finale”
The women participate in the final photo shoot and a challenging runway finale that includes flying and modeling under water.

I Hate My Teenage Daughter | 9:30pm on Fox
“Teenage Family Night”
In an effort to reconnect with the girls, Annie reinstates an old tradition of “Family Night,” even though the adults are all now divorced. Of course, nothing goes right: the girls try to escape; Nikki becomes outraged after learning that Gary is dating someone new; and Annie is thrown for a loop when Jack shows up with a hot date.

Happy Endings | 9:30pm on ABC
“Grinches Be Crazy”
Max, desperate for cash, agrees to dress up as Santa for Penny’s charity event; Jane accidently gives housekeeper Gita the envelope stuffed with money for their big Xmas getaway to Turks & Caicos, instead of the $200 Christmas tip she had planned – and she schemes to get the cash back.

CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | 10pm on CBS
“Zippered”
When the CSI team discovers a deceased rancher was also a ballistics expert, they have to work with the FBI to solve the case.

Law & Order: SVU | 10pm on NBC
“Spiraling Down”
A military colleague of Detective Amaro’s wife reports his 14-year-old daughter missing. The detectives find the girl working as a prostitute under a possessive pimp. They quickly set up a sting operation to entrap Johns on rape charges with a minor, and arrest aging pro quarterback Jake Stanton (guest star Treat Williams.) Detective Benson and ADA Cabot seek to make an example out of the football legend, but the case is thrown into chaos with the return of defense attorney Bayard Ellis (guest star Andre Braugher), who questions Stanton’s mental capacity after years of injuries on the field.

Revenge | 10pm on ABC
“Loyalty”
Emily questions Nolan’s loyalty when she discovers a secret of his, but eventually uses it to her advantage in her battle against Tyler. Unfortunately, it sets in motion a chain of events that prove just how dangerous Tyler is. Meanwhile, Amanda makes herself more comfortable in the Hamptons as word of her presence spreads. Victoria regains some power, and things get very ugly between her and Conrad.

Psych | 10pm on USA
“The Tao of Gus”
Shawn and Gus hide a witness at a remote commune populated by eccentric intellectuals while they investigate a murder that the witness claims occurred in broad daylight.

American Horror Story | 10pm on FX
“Smoldering Children”
Violet learns about the rules of the house; the explanation for Larry’s condition emerges; and Constance is questioned by police.

Top Chef | 10pm on Bravo
“Higher Steaks”
The chefs get saucy when creating a dish using a distinct sauce. Later, they sizzle and try not to fizzle when preparing steak and a four-course beef menu at an annual cattle-theme ball. Guest judge: chef Dean Fearing.

The Soup | 10pm on E!
A weekly recap of various pop culture and television show moments of the week. The show is hosted by Joel McHale (COMMUNITY), who provides sarcastic and biting commentary on the hottest celeb news events and goofiest reality clips.

Also playing…

• Silent Witness: TNT Mystery Movie Night | 9pm on TNT
• Work of Art: The Next Great Artist | “Sell Out” | 9pm on Bravo
• Hot in Cleveland | “Beards” | 10pm on TV Land

What will you be watching?