The Big Bang Theory, on CBS
Bob Newhart returns to the role that recently earned him an Emmy when he appears as Professor Proton in this new episode. A hurt Sheldon (Jim Parsons) befriends Proton's rival, Bill Nye (guest starring as himself), after Proton asks Leonard (Johnny Galecki) for help with an experiment.
Q: Frank Herbert, author of the "Dune" series of books, wrote a fiendishly great novel titled "The White Plague." I'm very surprised no one has made it into a movie yet. Do you know if anyone in Hollywood might try to make it into either a movie or a mini
Despite a long bibliography that included dozens of non-"Dune" stories, it seems Frank Herbert will always be remembered as the "Dune" guy.
There have been four different "Dune"-based films and TV miniseries made, but none based on his other works, such as "The White Plague." (There was an independently made and mostly unseen short film made of his story "Cease Fire," but it disappeared almost as soon as it was released last year.) And, unfortunately, there aren't any being planned either.
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, on NBC
Tony winner Billy Porter guest stars as a TV personality who's been accused of sexual abuse in this new episode. As the case progresses, Rollins (Kelli Giddish) urges the team to consider his reputation, but Benson uncovers incriminating evidence.
In the Spotlight With Robin Roberts, on ABC
Robin Roberts takes an in-depth look at today's country music industry in this one-hour special. The special will reveal the results of an ABC News online poll asking fans to vote for their favorite country music duet of all time.
Q: Is "Justified" going to have another season? I haven't heard.
Showrunner and head writer Graham Yost is trying to turn something sad into something happy this winter when "Justified" returns for a fifth season.
Commenting on the effect that the death of pulp-fiction great Elmore Leonard will have on the series, which is based on Leonard's books, Yost said he's planning some kind of tribute to start off the new season.
Mike & Molly, on CBS
Molly makes a huge decision when she finds herself at a crossroads in her career in this season finale. Brian Baumgartner of "The Office" guest stars as Molly's union rep. Billy Gardell also stars in this comedy about a working class couple.
Party, country style: The 47th Annual CMA Awards celebrates the best in country music
Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood co-host "The 47th Annual CMA Awards"
Country style: Trisha Yearwood's back in her kitchen
Trisha Yearwood as seen in "Trisha's Southern Kitchen"
Think about southern cooking, and a few iconic foods spring to mind. A good, spicy gumbo can leave you speechless, and biscuits and gravy are such a tasty breakfast that my mouth waters just thinking about it.
Up late with Letterman: 'Late Show' host is staying put on CBS
Kate Hudson and David Letterman as seen in "The Late Show With David Letterman"
Once Upon a Time, on ABC, CTV
After a daring rescue, mermaid Ariel (JoAnna Garcia Swisher) embarks on her own adventure as "Once Upon a Time" goes under the sea in this new episode. The fantasy series introduces the mermaid made famous in the classic fairytale "The Little Mermaid," with some nods to the 1989 Disney film of the same name.
