Recipes to Riches, on Global
The judges have their work cut out for them as they sample delicious hors d'oeuvres. Jesse Palmer hosts as home cooks present their best starters to a panel of experts in the hopes their recipe will win them a cash prize on its way to becoming the next big PC product.
Last Man Standing, on ABC, Citytv
Tim Allen is back as manly man Mike Baxter, who struggles to keep his masculine perspective despite being surrounded by females. This season, the role of Baxter's daughter Kristin has been recast as Amanda Fuller takes over the role originated by Alexandra Krosney.
Glee, on Fox, Global
Ambitious and talented young men and women turn to music once again. Featuring guest stars such as Kate Hudson and Sarah Jessica Parker, this season follows not only the students at McKinley High, but also some of its graduates as they make their way to adulthood.
The Middle, on ABC, Citytv
Frankie's first day of her dental-assistant course doesn't go well when the teacher (guest star Jane Kaczmarek) makes an example of her in front of the class. Meanwhile, Sue and Brick believe they've found a hidden treasure and take it to a pawnshop.
Bering Sea Gold: Under the Ice, on Discovery
Three gold mining teams explore the Bering Sea floor beneath 1.2 metres of solid ice. In this debut, cameras follow the daring miners as they winterize their equipment and train new staff on how to dredge for gold in the hopes of striking it rich.
The Voice, on NBC, CTV Two
Vocalists lay it all on the line as they perform in the very first live episode of the season. In this final phase of the competition, the strongest singers from each team compete and the two with the least number of votes will be sent home each week.
The Good Wife, on CBS, Global
Amanda Peet guest stars as Laura Hellinger, an Army captain who hires Alicia to represent her in a case against a civilian contractor accused of assaulting her in Afghanistan. Brian Dennehy also makes a special guest appearance.
Late Laughs for the week of November 4 - 10, 2012
Conan: Conan O'Brien
Ross Perot has endorsed Mitt Romney. This could help Romney get the vote of people you forgot were still alive.
A company just came out with a car that will retail for only $3,000. They are calling it the 1997 Corolla.
The Obama campaign is releasing a new ad showing Americans whose financial situation has improved over the past four years. Unfortunately, the only person who appears in the ad is Mitt Romney.
New Releases for the week of November 4 - 10
The Amazing Spider-Man
Peter Parker discovers a connection between his late father and Oscorp scientist Dr. Connors. After being bitten by a spider in the doctor’s lab, Peter discovers he has developed some of the abilities of a spider and begins to dole out vigilante justice as the masked Spider-Man. As he unravels the truth of Dr. Connors’ work, and falls in love with the beautiful lab assistant -- and police chief’s daughter -- Gwen Stacey, Peter struggles to keep his city, his family, and the woman he loves safe.
Director: Marc Webb. Stars: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Rhys Ifans, Martin Sheen, Sally Field, Denis Leary. 2012. 136 min. Action.
Fire With Fire
Firefighter Jeremy Coleman is looking for a drink after a hard day’s work, but when he walks into a liquor store, his whole life changes. Witnessing the brutal murder of the store clerk, Jeremy is required to testify and is pulled into the witness protection program, leaving everything behind. His only consolation is a budding relationship with the beautiful U.S. Marshal Talia. As the trial looms nearer, both Jeremy and Talia’s lives are in ever-increasing danger. When Talia is gravely injured, Jeremy goes to great lengths to save the woman he loves and ensure that justice is served.
Director: David Barrett. Stars: Josh Duhamel, Rosario Dawson, Bruce Willis, 50 Cent, Richard Schiff. 2012. 97 min. Action.
Arthur Christmas
With the current Santa on the cusp of retirement, his son Steve -- and his state-of-the-art, militaristic present-delivery system -- is poised to inherit the role. As Christmas Eve grinds to a close, an elf discovers that a child has been missed. Neither Santa nor Steve seem to care, so it’s up to Steve’s hapless younger brother, Arthur, to get the present to the child and save Christmas.
Directors: Sarah Smith, Barry Cook. Stars: James McAvoy, Bill Nighy, Hugh Laurie. 2011. 97 min. Animated.
Your Sister's Sister
After the death of his brother, Iris sends a grieving Jack to her family’s island cabin to recuperate. There, he meets Iris’s sister, Hannah, a lesbian who is still reeling from an emotional breakup. Jack and Hannah share a brief romantic encounter and things begin to get complicated, especially when Iris’s feelings for Jack are revealed.
Director: Lynn Shelton. Stars: Emily Blunt, Mark Duplass, Rosemarie DeWitt, Mike Birbiglia. 2011. 90 min. Comedy.
Recaps for the week of October 29 - November 2
Nancy Lee Grahn stars as Alexis in “General Hospital”
The Bold and the Beautiful
Bill's world falls apart when he learns Katie wasn't bluffing about leaving him and their newborn son forever, and he and Brooke begin a search. Meanwhile, Taylor hears of Katie's plan to erase herself from Bill and Will's life and she is unable to talk her out of it. Katie makes a final trip home to pick up some things before beginning her new life in hiding. Liam and Steffy try to go on a romantic getaway, but Bill and Brooke hijack their trip when the search for Katie points them to Aspen. New Forrester Creations CEO Thomas ruffles some feathers when he starts implementing changes and gives Caroline a new role in the company. Taylor defends Thomas to Hope and Rick and reminds them that they should treat her son with more respect. Stephanie and Eric set aside an afternoon together and they reminisce about the many years they've shared.
Days of Our Lives
With the charges against Jennifer dropped, Daniel makes good on his deal with Nicole to start planning their new life together in Hawaii. Daniel lets slip that he loves Jennifer when she tries to stop him from going, but he remains firm and resigns from the hospital. Will asks Sonny about his romantic past after Lucas tells him that he's just another conquest to Sonny. Meanwhile, Nick and Gabi share a night of unbridled passion and realize how lucky they are to have found each other. Brady warns Kristen to stay away from his family and she slaps him. Marlena tries to dissuade Sami from working for Kristen, but Sami can't resist when she finds out she'll get a bonus if she helps defeat Kate. As Bo prepares to leave with Caroline, Hope gives him information on Stefano so he can keep working on taking him down and they share a tearful goodbye.
General Hospital
Trey tells Sonny he's willing to help have Connie committed after her antics push things too far. Sonny worries that Kate may be lost forever, and he and Alexis have a confrontation with Connie. Carly defends Todd's actions to Sam, and as their relationship gets deeper, the two find each other hard to resist. Todd is haunted by someone from his past just as he starts to feel comfortable that all of his secrets are safe. Olivia receives another vision about Heather, while Starr and Michael encounter a roadblock in taking their relationship to the next level. Meanwhile, the residents of Port Charles gear up for the Haunted Star Halloween party and Luke shows up at Todd's wearing a hockey mask.
The Young and the Restless
Adam sets up Sharon in a vacant cottage on his property and arranges for her to get some professional help. When he comes home to find Chelsea blowing out the candles of a romantic dinner she had planned, he covers by saying he was out looking for the perfect meal to bring home. Meanwhile, as evidence begins to mount against Sharon, Adam hires someone to set fire to vacant buildings all over town to throw off suspicion. Victor blackmails Billy into helping Victoria spy on Jack to get back control of Newman Enterprises. Katherine announces her return to Chancellor Industries, but Tucker worries about the toll it could take on her health. After Genevieve gets intertwined in a possible murder case, Cane gives her a large sum of cash and asks her to leave Genoa City for good.