Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Wednesday, January 4, 2012

All I wanted for Christmas was the new episode of REVENGE, and it’s finally here! But as I’m waiting for 10pm, I’ll be tuning into MODERN FAMILY and SUBURGATORY.

What will you be watching tonight? Check out your choices below!

The Middle | 8pm on ABC
“Year of the Hecks”
After realizing that no one keeps their New Year’s resolutions, Frankie decides that they will be assigned anonymously to each family member, and an all-you-can-eat buffet feast will be the reward for those who can abide by their chosen resolution for a week. But chaos soon ensues when Frankie must spend more time with Brick, Mike needs to smile more, Axl has to keep his bedroom clean, Sue needs to stop trying out for things she’ll never make, and Brick must stop reading all of the time.

Suburgatory | 8:30pm on ABC
“Driving Miss Dalia”
When Tessa gets her driver’s license, Dalia hires her to drive her around to stalk her crush, Scott Strauss (guest star Thomas McDonell). As a result Tessa realizes that she and Scott might have feelings for each other. Meanwhile George and Noah’s relationship is put to the test when George decides he wants to join the local country club. [Have you seen the hilarious trailer of what’s happened so far on SUBURGATORY?]

So much more. Keep reading…

Mobbed | 9pm on Fox
“Episode 1230”
Host Howie Mandel and hundreds of strangers will help Steve from Pittsburgh, PA, reveal his longtime crush on Dana, a young woman he’s never met in person. The two have become best friends through email and phone, but now Steve hopes to take their relationship to the next level. At a staged speed dating event in Los Angeles, with hidden cameras rolling, Steve takes the daring step to reveal his true feelings to Dana with an audience cheering him on. Find out if Dana’s romantic feelings for Steve are mutual.

Modern Family | 9pm on ABC
“Lifetime Supply”
After having a doctor’s visit but then missing the call with the test results, Phil automatically jumps to conclusions and starts saying his goodbyes. Meanwhile Javier pops up unannounced again and takes Manny to the horse races for a belated birthday celebration, and a subtle competition ensues when Mitchell brings home an environmental law award and it becomes a game of who has the bigger trophy.

Happy Endings | 9:30pm on ABC
“The Shrink, the Dare, Her Date and Her Brother”
Dave has an odd reaction when his shrink (guest star Ken Marino) starts dating Penny. Meanwhile, Jane and Max fight over ownership of a sweater and end up in another one of their strange competitions; whoever is “less vain” gets to keep the sweater, and the challenge is to see who can wear a horribly unflattering outfit the longest. And Jane urges Brad and Alex to try and “bond,” but it’s awkward — until they discover their mutual love of romantic comedies.

Revenge | 10pm on ABC
“Duress”
An unwelcome and unstable visitor makes a nightmare of Daniel’s intimate birthday celebration with family and friends; Charlotte becomes a pawn in Conrad and Victoria’s bitter divorce battle, and Emily watches her ultimate plan begin to unravel.

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.

Top Chef | 10pm on Bravo | Special 75-Minute Episode
“BBQ Pit Wars”
The chefs are charged with creating innovative fare that will impress precise palates. Later, the heat is on when they square off in an old-fashioned Texas-barbecue showdown. Technology maven and culinary author Nathan Myhrvold is the guest judge.

Also playing…

• Dog the Bounty Hunter | “And Baby Makes Three, Part 1” | 9pm on A&E
• Hot in Cleveland | “How Did You Guys Meet, Anyway?” | 10pm on TV Land
• Moonshiners | “A Moonshiner’s Farewell” | 10pm on Discovery

What will you be watching?