Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Wednesday, November 7, 2012

I don’t want to jinx it, but I think we have a relatively normal night of television tonight. The only big exception seems to be a displaced episode of THE VOICE, but we have a full night of TV ahead!

Take a look at all your options…

Arrow | 8pm on The CW
“Damaged”
After Detective Lance arrests Oliver for murder, Oliver tells Moira the only lawyer he’ll allow to represent him is Laurel. Laurel takes the case which puts her at odds with her father. Oliver offers to take a polygraph in front Detective Lance but things get tense when Lance asks him if anyone else was on the island with him. Oliver flashes back to when he got his first scar, courtesy of Deathstroke.

The Middle | 8pm on ABC
“The Safe”
Frankie is made an example of in front of the entire class when she doesn’t make a good impression on her first day of dental assisting school with no-nonsense teacher Mrs. Armwood. Meanwhile, because Axl’s broken foot may end any chance of his receiving a college sports scholarship, Frankie and Mike insist that he up his grades and get himself a tutor; and Sue and Brick think they’ve stumbled upon an expensive item inside an old safe and try to get big bucks for it from a local pawn store employee.

The Voice | 8pm on NBC | Special Night
“The Live Playoffs, Part 2”
The top 20 artists perform live in front of coaches Christina Aguilera, Adam Levine, CeeLo Green and Blake Shelton for America’s vote.

The X Factor | 8pm on Fox
“Top Finalists Perform – LIVE”
The finalists from each of the four categories – Teens, Young Adults, Groups and Over 25s – perform live for the first time for their chance to win a $5 million recording contract with Syco/Sony Music. After the performances, it’s up to America to vote to keep their favorite acts safe in the competition. Tune in to see who will mark their spot on stage and who will fall flat.

The Neighbors | 8:30pm on ABC
“50 Shades of Green”
Marty and Debbie find out all the facts of alien love when Zabvronian mating season coincides with their wedding anniversary. Debbie longs for a little more romance in her marriage after she learns about the more cerebral Zabvronian way, while Jackie Joyner-Kersee is fascinated by humans’ more physical approach. Meanwhile, a handsome jock invites Amber to a make-out party and she decides to go, with Reggie Jackson tagging along.

So much more. Keep reading…

Modern Family | 9pm on ABC
“Arrested”
Phil and Claire get the dreaded late night call that Haley has been arrested for under-aged drinking, so they bring Mitchell, the family lawyer, in tow to the police station. Cameron stays back to watch over Alex and Luke, but they get into some crazy mishaps under his care. Meanwhile, Jay gets out of baby shopping with Gloria, but ends up having to deal with a surprise visit from Dede, and tries to scoot her out before Gloria gets home to prevent Dede from seeing that she’s pregnant and to avoid the potential blowback.

Supernatural | 9pm on The CW
“Southern Comfort”
Sam and Dean investigate a murder and find Garth is already on the case. Dean is not happy to learn that Garth has assumed Bobby’s duties, but Garth points out that both Sam and Dean have been missing for the last year and someone needed to do it. They guys discover an “avenging ghost” is responsible for the murders and they need to find the source before the killings starts again.

Criminal Minds | 9:00pm on CBS
“The Apprenticeship”
When prostitutes in Miami are discovered murdered in a similar style to local animals found dead there, the BAU must work fast to find an UnSub whose confidence is quickly escalating. Also, Morgan tries to increase Reid’s athletic skills by convincing him to join the bureau softball team.

Suburgatory | 9:31pm on ABC
“Foam Finger”
When Dalia decides that her dad’s fiancee is her new best friend, the KKK (Kimantha, Kenzie and Kaitlyn) are lost without their leader and turn to Tessa and Lisa. As Dalia struggles with her emotions over her dad’s elopement, she turns to Evan for support, and it’s up to Tessa to help her regain her confidence and friends. Meanwhile, George and Dallas get intimate, but it’s not really what George envisions.

American Horror Story: Asylum | 10pm on FX
“I Am Anne Frank, Pt. 1”
A new patient claiming to be Anne Frank exposes Arden’s past. Kit learns why Grace was admitted to Briarcliff.

Nashville | 10pm on ABC
“Move It on Over”
Rayna considers moving on after Deacon starts to set boundaries in their relationship; Juliette struggles with her mom’s addictions and Deacon offers a helping hand — which leads to difficult memories from his past; Teddy is worried that his mayoral campaign will be derailed when his past with Peggy and his financial troubles border on being exposed; and tension with Avery and Gunnar is at a boiling point, as Scarlet feels the pressure to pick her path.

Chicago Fire | 10pm on NBC
“Hanging On”
Casey confronts Detective Voight about his harassing tactics, vowing never to back down, and ends up paying the price for his decision. Dawson faces disciplinary action for her on-the-job conduct. Meanwhile, Severide finds his arm failing him during a rescue at a construction accident, and reaches out to Anna, an old flame and pharmaceutical rep, hoping she might be able to help alleviate his injury problems.

CSI | 10pm on CBS
“Pick and Roll”
Things get personal when D.B. Russell is drawn into the investigation of the death of his son’s basketball coach.

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…

• Survivor | 8pm on CBS
  

What will you be watching?