Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Thursday, August 30, 2012

Finally, a night of television that feels appropriately light for summer. Of course, we’re gearing up for the new TV season to start, so enjoy the break while you can.

Take a look at your options!

The Next: Fame Is At Your Doorstep | 9pm on The CW
“New York”
The four mentors work with their local contestants: David, Frankie, Ali and Baiyu. John Rich rides a horse through Harlem and surprises David. Joe Jonas meets Frankie’s big Italian family. Gloria Estefan surprises Ali at a nail salon. Nelly helps Baiyu work on her wardrobe and they clean out her closet. The local contestants perform at the Paramount Theatre.

Saving Hope | 9pm on NBC
“The Law of Contagion”
When a plane is forced to land due to a sick passenger, the patient is taken to Hope Zion where Alex performs emergency surgery and discovers that this passenger may have brought a deadly and contagious virus into the hospital.

Rookie Blue | 9pm on ABC | Special Time
“Every Man”
Weeks of trials and tribulations come to a head when the rookies of 15 Division are left on their own and a frenzied night in the station culminates in a prisoner pulling a gun on Chris in cells. The ensuing inquiry has Internal Affairs looking for someone to blame. With careers on the line, the rookies reflect on the personal and professional choices that have led each of them to that night’s events, walking a fine line between telling the truth and having each other’s backs. Meanwhile, Gail is still trying to recover from her harrowing abduction, Chris is blindsided by a personal revelation, and Andy learns a secret about Nick’s past.

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Wilfred | 10pm on FX
“Questions”
Ryan looks inward to discover the truth about Wilfred. Written by Cody Heller & Brett Konner; directed by Randall Einhorn.

Louie | 10:30pm on FX
“Late Show Part 1”
Louie gets a break. Maybe. Written and directed by Louis C.K. (Part one of three.)

 

Awkward | 10:30pm on MTV
“Pick Me, Choose Me, Love Me”
After releasing her blog, everyone has opinions about Jenna’s love life; Jake and Matty want answers.

Totally Biased with W. Kamau Bell | 11pm on FX
“Show 4”
From Executive Producer Chris Rock, standup comedian W. Kamau Bell dissects a multitude of topics including politics, pop culture, race, religion, and the media.

Also playing…

• Wipeout | 8pm on ABC
• Big Brother | 9pm on CBS
• Sullivan & Son | “How Carol Got Her Groove Back” | 10pm on TBS
• Childrens Hospital | “Free Day” | 11:59pm on Adult Swim

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