TV Episode Summaries for
26th January 2009

The Simpsons Season 20, Episode 9

Lisa the Drama Queen

Airs: 1:00am - 1:30am on FOX

Lisa and her new friend, Juliet, create a fantasy world that gives them a break from reality.

American Dad! Season 5, Episode 8

Chimdale

Airs: 2:00am - 2:30am on tbs

When Steve suffers indignities in school because of the back brace he must wear for his scoliosis, Stan confides in him that he wears a wig to cover his baldness. Meanwhile, Roger invites both Francine and Hayley to a posh spa even though he has only two passes, so he sneaks in Hayley in a suitcase, raising the suspicions of the house detective.

Big Love Season 3, Episode 2

Empire

Airs: 2:00am - 3:00am on HBO

The family continues to date Ana and tries to decide when and who should give birth to the next child. Meanwhile, Bill gets an answer about the casino, and Barb gets an answer from her doctor. Sarah has a bump in the road on her way to an out-of-state school, and Don is forced into monogamy.

Cold Case Season 6, Episode 14

The Brush Man

Airs: 2:00am - 3:00am on CBS

When human remains are found in a duck pond, the team reopens the 1967 murder of a brush salesman.

The L Word Season 6, Episode 2

Least Likely

Airs: 2:00am - 3:00am on Showtime

Old flames popping up for both Bette and Helena complicate their respective lives. Meanwhile, Tasha and Alice try couples counseling.

Degrassi Season 8, Episode 10

Bad Medicine

Airs: 3:00am - 3:30am on MTV

Degrassi has won their first football game, thanks to Riley. He's suddenly become stronger, and tells Peter he is taking steroids. Riley goes on a date with Anya, only to repress his being gay. His old friend from three years ago appears, trying to get closer to him. Riley's becoming more and more violent, and severely hurts Sav. Peter confronts Riley, and Riley tells him about his childhood dreams about being a star athlete, having lots of friends, and a girlfriend. Peter tells him he could still be a star athlete and have lots of friends; being gay doesn't change that. Meanwhile, Danny sets up Leia and Derek up on a date after Derek begs and Danny realizes he likes her. Derek says it's fine, and Danny and Leia get together.

United States of Tara Season 1, Episode 2

Aftermath

Airs: 3:00am - 3:30am on Showtime

Tara feels like she is unable to talk to her children about sex. In order to do so, she calls on one of her personalities named Alice.

Flight of the Conchords Season 2, Episode 2

The New Cup

Airs: 3:30am - 4:00am on HBO

Bret and Jemaine only have one cup in the apartment to be shared between the two of them, so Bret buys a new cup. However, this frivolous purchase creates money problems for him and Jemaine. They're forced to take drastic measures to pay their bills, including selling their instruments and becoming prostitutes.

Robot Chicken Season 4, Episode 8

Two Weeks Without Food

Airs: 4:55am - 5:10am on Adult Swim

The creators imagine how Zeus would spice up the "Clash of the Titans". See how "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan" would look like in an opera. Speed Racer competes in NASCAR Racing. Watch the latest edition to MTV's "The Hills".

Fifth Gear Season 15, Episode 4

Series 15, Episode 4

Airs: 7:30pm - 8:00pm on Quest

Jason attends the annual Race of Champions where he feels a bit overwhelmed. Vicki talks to young rally star Tom Cave. Tom takes a look at the new BMW 7 series.

Horizon Season 47, Episode 1

Why Are Thin People Not Fat?

Airs: 9:00pm - 9:50pm on BBC TWO

The world is affected by an obesity epidemic, but why isn't everyone succumbing? A controversial overeating experiment aims to identify why it's hard for some people to bulk up. This episode looks at what it is about some people that makes it hard for them to gain weight.
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