Q: I haven't heard much from Hugh Laurie since "House M.D." ended. What's he doing now?
Hugh Laurie appears to be enjoying a bit of a rest since wrapping his long-running hit series "House M.D." in 2012.
That's not to say he's not working, just that he's not working too hard -- at least compared to his schedule as a full-time TV star.
He has a supporting role in the much-buzzed-about Disney adventure "Tomorrowland," which is currently filming, with eyes on a Christmas 2014 release.
Grimm, on NBC
Nick (David Giuntoli) and Hank (Russell Hornsby) look into a drowning death that bears the hallmarks of foul play in a new episode of this fantasy series. Meanwhile, Captain Renard (Sasha Roiz) makes a shocking realization.
Parenthood, on NBC
While everyone is concerned about Zeek (Craig T. Nelson), he delivers some much-needed advice to Sarah (Lauren Graham) in this new episode. Elsewhere, Kristina (Monica Potter) pulls ahead in the mayoral race, but increased media scrutiny targets Adam (Peter Krause).
Q: I was watching "Boardwalk Empire" a little while ago and saw Dennis Lehane listed in the credits. Is that the same Dennis Lehane who writes crime novels?
There are a number of reasons why the producers of HBO's "Boardwalk Empire" would want to hire famed crime novelist Dennis Lehane: The author has a proven track record with period crime drama, as well as with writing for television (he previously wrote for the critically acclaimed "The Wire"). As well, "Boardwalk Empire" had never been the runaway critical-and-popular success that HBO had come to expect, and so it needed some help.
Back in the Game, on ABC
An incident at an Angels practice results in The Cannon (James Caan) and Dick (Benjamin Koldyke) being sent to sensitivity training in this new episode. Meanwhile, Terry (Maggie Lawson) takes one of Danny's (Griffin Gluck) classmates under her wing.
NCIS, on CBS
Skilled military investigators tackle another sensitive case in "Alibi," this new episode of the hit drama. Mark Harmon stars as Jethro Gibbs, a former Marine who leads a team that includes an ex-detective and a computer genius.
Chop the halls: 'Chopped' gets into the spirit of the season
Ted Allen hosts "Chopped"
It's the most wonderful time of the year! And the tastiest, too.
How I Met Your Mother, on CBS
With the love triangle between Ted (Josh Radnor), Robin (Cobie Smulders) and Barney (Neil Patrick Harris) looming, the gang ponders the future in this special flashback episode. Bryan Cranston guest stars as Ted's former boss.
Q: Is "Franklin & Bash" coming back for another season? I haven't heard yet.
TNT waited a while to announce it, but yes, your favorite unconventional lawyers (well, maybe -- TV has given us lots of unconventional lawyers to choose from) will return in the summer.
The news came months after the show's most recent season finale, which wouldn't be strange for a new series, but is late for a show finishing its third year.
Late Laughs for the week of November 10 - 16, 2013
The Late Show: David Letterman
How many of you are only here because you had some trouble signing up for Obamacare, and instead you got tickets to this show?
Over the weekend I got on the computer and I tried to sign up for Obamacare. I had no trouble whatsoever. I signed right up for Obamacare and ordered six months of Mexican Viagra. Working for me!