Made in Jersey, on CBS, Global
Martina Garretti uses her street smarts to bring a fresh perspective to her cases at a prestigious New York law firm. Although the competitive environment may be intimidating to some, Garretti stays true to her roots and passionate about the law.
Blue Bloods, on CBS, CTV
A detective earns the Medal of Valor for his undercover work for the NYPD in Malaysia, but the celebration is short-lived when he's taken hostage by a Malaysian drug lord. Also, Henry has a different approach to getting the job done on a ride-along.
The Office, on NBC, Global
When Andy invites his old a cappella group to perform in the office, he clashes with "frenemy" Broccoli Rob (played by guest star Stephen Colbert). In this special Halloween-themed episode, Dwight believes a madman could be loose in the office.
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, on NBC, CTV Two
A child abduction case reminds Capt. Cragen and the other officers of an unsolved kidnapping in this landmark 300th episode. Benson resolves to make both cases right as the squad races to find the young victim before it's too late.
Extreme Cheapskates, on TLC
As millions of people try to stretch their dollars further, serious penny pinchers demonstrate how they cut costs. The thrifty folks featured in this reality series share tips on everything from dumpster diving to making household products.
Alphas, on Space
Seemingly ordinary people with extraordinary abilities continue their quest as Season 2 of “Alphas” comes to a close. Emmy winner David Strathairn stars as a brilliant neurologist who specializes in studying people with super-human powers in this sci-fi drama.
Oscar giggity gold: Academy chooses MacFarlane as ceremony's host
Seth MacFarlane is making the jump from Emmy presenter to Oscar host
OSCAR GIGGITY GOLD: In an attempt to seem fresh and relevant to a younger generation, Academy Awards organizers may just be flirting with controversy this year.
The Amazing Race, on CTV, CBS
The competition heats up as the teams make their way to Bangladesh, where one overzealous racer pushes another team to the edge. Meanwhile, a team scours the city looking for rats as they work as "rat collectors."
Late Laughs for the week of October 21 - 27, 2012
The Late Show: David Letterman
These debates are tightly controlled. Each side, Obama and Romney, had to agree to 32 pages of rules. It's like being a Kardashian husband.
Conan: Conan O'Brien
It's 106 degrees -- another brisk, fall day in Los Angeles ... the leaves are turning red because they're on fire!
New Releases for the week of October 21 - 27
Magic Mike
When Mike, a dancer at the Xquisite Strip Club, meets Adam, a young slacker looking for direction, Mike hooks him up with a job. Beginning to tire of the life he’s living, Mike makes plans and falls in love with Adam’s sister. Adam, however, has settled in a little too well at the club, and the life that Mike introduced him to begins to spiral out of control.
Director: Steven Soderbergh. Stars: Channing Tatum, Matthew McConaughey, Alex Pettyfer, Olivia Munn. 2012. 110 min. Comedy.
Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter
When Abraham Lincoln witnesses his mother being murdered by a vampire, he can think only of revenge. After an unsuccessful battle with the vampire, Lincoln is saved by Henry, a vampire with a vendetta of his own. Henry trains Lincoln to be a ruthless vampire killer, and gives him names of evil vampires to hunt. When a sinister connection between vampires and slavery is uncovered, Lincoln makes it his life’s mission to abolish both atrocities. The rest, as they say, is history
Director: Timur Bekmambetov. Stars: Benjamin Walker, Dominic Cooper, Anthony Mackie, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Rufus Sewell. 2012. 105 min. Action.
Madea's Witness Protection
After being set up as the patsy for his firm's dishonest dealings, an investment banker rolls over on his former employers and is put into the witness protection program. He and his family are sent to Madea and Joe’s home in Georgia. At first, the placement is awkward, but over time, Madea works her magic and the family begins to grow closer than ever.
Director: Tyler Perry. Stars: Tyler Perry, Eugene Levy, Denise Richards, Romeo, John Amos. 2012. 114 min. Comedy.
Seeking a Friend for the End of the World
A giant asteroid named Matilda will collide with Earth in two weeks, wiping out all human life. Dodge’s neighbour, Penny, reveals that his wife was having an affair, which explains why she took off after hearing the news of their impending doom. Suddenly eager to see his high school sweetheart, Dodge asks Penny to help him find her, promising to help her get back to her family in England once they do. Their final adventure is full of surprises, and the travellers soon learn that love has been close by all along.
Directors: Lorene Scafaria. Stars: Steve Carell, Keira Knightley, Martin Sheen. 2012. 101 min. Comedy.