Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Thursday, November 15, 2012

With so many shows airing tonight, how are you going to choose?

Take a look at your options…

The Big Bang Theory | 8pm on CBS
“The 43 Peculiarity”
Howard and Raj try to get to the bottom of why Sheldon disappears every afternoon at 2:45. Meanwhile, Leonard and Penny deal with jealousy in their relationship.

The Vampire Diaries | 8pm on The CW
“We All Go A Little Mad Sometimes”
Terrifying hallucinations leave Elena shaken and confused, causing her to make a dangerous mistake. After giving Stefan some very disturbing news about Elena, Klaus takes matters into his own hands. Professor Shane (guest star David Alpay) reveals a story of ancient witchcraft to Damon and Bonnie. With help from Klaus and Stefan, Jeremy begins a new chapter in his life. Finally, Elena makes a painful personal confession to Stefan, and Matt gives Damon startling new information about Professor Shane.

Last Resort | 8pm on ABC
“Nuke It Out”
As Marcus and Sam hunt for the traitor in their ranks who stole their nuclear launch key, Prosser disobeys orders and starts a small war he can’t control. Meanwhile Grace and James must work together to defuse a dangerous situation, as back in D.C. Christine is indicted as Sam’s co-conspirator.

30 Rock | 8pm on NBC
“Aunt Phatso vs. Jack Donaghy”
Tracy and Jack engage in a battle of wits after Tracy depicts Jack as a villain in his latest project. On Jack’s advice, Liz puts her own needs ahead of those of “TGS.” Meanwhile, Jenna tries to shield Kenneth from Hazel’s manipulation but her own selfishness gets in the way.

The X Factor | 8pm on Fox
“Live Results”
Find out which act will be the next one to be sent packing in the latest live results installment of the season.

Up All Night | 8:30pm on NBC
“Thanksgiving”
When Reagan causes Chris to miss his favorite holiday – the annual Thanksgiving with his family back in Maryland – she’s determined to give him an even better Thanksgiving at home. Meanwhile, Ava and Walter (guest star Sean Hayes) go on a quest to do charity work on Thanksgiving, only to find they’re needed in the most unlikely place. Elsewhere, Scott tries to put together a Thanksgiving dinner with his friend Paul (guest star Will Sasso) and some other divorced dads.

Two and a Half Men | 8:31pm on CBS
“Something My Gynecologist Said”
Alan is hesitant to make a serious commitment to Lyndsey but gets inspiration from an unlikely source. Meanwhile, Walden enjoys being a boy-toy for a rich older woman.

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The Office | 9pm on NBC
“The Whale”
When Dwight must sell to a woman at the lucrative Scranton White Pages, Pam and the ladies teach him how to interact with female clients. Angela suspects the Senator (guest star Jack Coleman) is cheating on her; she and Oscar spy on him at his yoga class. Meanwhile, Andy skypes in from his boat, and Toby convinces several guys in the office to grow mustaches in honor of “Movember.”

Glee | 9pm on Fox
“Glease”
Rachel and Kurt pay a visit to Lima as the glee club launches its production of “Grease.” Meanwhile, Cassandra July returns to shake things up in Rachel’s life, and Santana comes back to lend a helping hand.

Grey’s Anatomy | 9pm on ABC
“Second Opinion”
As the doctors continue with their lawsuit, they’re forced to confront the realities of their injuries. Meanwhile, Bailey tricks Arizona into helping her with a pediatric case, and Cristina tries to find normalcy in her new environment.

Person of Interest | 9pm on CBS
“Critical”
The Machine gives Finch and Reese the number of a brilliant surgeon, but they soon discover that a resourceful third party has raised the stakes for this POI, forcing them to turn to an unlikely source for help.

Beauty and the Beast | 9pm on The CW
“Worth”
After she’s seemingly stood up by Vincent, Catherine wonders if it’s because he saw her kissing Evan at her birthday. Actually, Vincent mysteriously blacked out on his way to meet Catherine, and is now searching for answers. Catherine’s case pulls her into the sophisticated world of the SoHo art scene. When Vincent finds Catherine all dressed up to go to a gallery opening — with Evan — he has to admit that his feelings for her are growing deeper. All the while Evan makes his affections for Catherine known, leaving Catherine torn between the two very different suitors.

Parks & Recreation | 9:31pm on NBC
“Leslie vs. April”
Leslie gets upset when April tries to get Lot 48 made into a dog park. Meanwhile, Tom enlists Ben’s help as he tries to launch his new business venture, and Andy hones his crime scene investigation skills.

Elementary | 10:01pm on CBS
“One Way to Get Off”
Sherlock assists with a double homicide that has the same M.O. as a series of murders that took place 13 years ago. Meanwhile, after being frozen out by Sherlock, Watson visits his old rehab center in order to learn more about the mysterious man in her care.

Scandal | 10:02pm on ABC
“Spies Like Us”
Olivia receives an anonymous letter containing a coded warning which could expose Huck’s dark past. Meanwhile another Pope & Associates secret has already been exposed and Olivia asks Harrison to step up and handle it. And in the White House, Cyrus and Fitz are dealing with the ramifications of Cyrus’ husband’s first front page news story.

Also playing…

• Burn Notice | “Over the Line” | 10pm on USA
  
• It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia | “Charlie’s Mom Has Cancer” | 10pm on FX
• The League | “The Tailgate” | 10:30pm on FX
• Childrens Hospital | “Eulogy” | 11:59pm on Adult Swim