TV Episode Summaries for
28th January 2009

NCIS Season 6, Episode 14

Love and War

Airs: 1:00am - 2:00am on CBS

The NCIS team investigates a bizarre murder of a sergeant whose suspicious private life might be the reason why he got killed.

American Idol Season 8, Episode 5

Jacksonville, FL Auditions

Airs: 1:00am - 2:00am on ABC

The auditions continue on American Idol as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar from Jacksonville, FL.

The Biggest Loser Season 7, Episode 4

Super Bowl

Airs: 1:00am - 3:00am on NBC

It's Super Bowl week on the Biggest Loser ranch, and that means food, football and fun with two special guest stars - celebrity chef Curtis Stone and NFL MVP Kurt Warner. First, Stone tests the contestants' calorie knowledge of traditional Super Bowl snacks, then teaches them how to make healthier versions. Later, one contestant has to leave the ranch for a very important arrival at home, while another surprises her teammates with a new change in attitude. Then it's time for the challenge, when Warner puts the contestants through an NFL-style drill that will give the winner an especially valuable prize this week. Then the partners who were sent home for 30 days while their teammates stayed on the ranch are welcomed back. But the reunion celebration is quickly followed by a tense weigh-in and elimination that will leave one team heading home.

Scrubs Season 8, Episode 5

My ABC's

Airs: 1:30am - 2:00am on ABC

Featuring a special appearance from Sesame Workshop's "Muppets", J.D. learns a lesson about the gift of compassion, while Elliot gets scammed by intern Katie to secure a spot on Turk's team.

NOVA Season 36, Episode 10

The Incredible Journey of the Butterflies

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

Orange-and-black wings fill the sky as NOVA charts one of nature's most remarkable phenomena: the epic migration of monarch butterflies across North America. To capture a butterfly's point of view, NOVA's filmmakers used a helicopter, ultralight, and hot-air balloon for aerial views along the transcontinental route. This wondrous annual migration, which scientists are just beginning to fathom, is an endangered phenomenon that could dwindle to insignificance if the giant firs that the butterflies cling to during the winter disappear.

Scrubs Season 8, Episode 6

My Cookie Pants

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

Elliot and J.D. encounter a road block in their newfound romantic relationship, and Dr. Cox considers taking the now vacant Chief of Medicine post.

Dirty Jobs Season 5, Episode 15

Goose Down Plucker

Airs: 2:00am - 3:00am on Discovery Channel

Mike visits California, where he harvests walnuts in Meridian and makes goose-down comforters and pillows in Tulelake.

Fringe Season 1, Episode 12

The No-Brainer

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

Olivia, Walter and Peter are brought in to try and stop a killer with the ability to liquefy the human brain.

Nip/Tuck Season 5, Episode 17

Roxy St. James

Airs: 3:00am - 4:00am on FX

Sean tries to deal with his feelings for Julia, while Liz and Christian analyze their relationship and Christian meets someone who understands what he is experiencing with his breast cancer.

Without a Trace Season 7, Episode 13

Once Lost

Airs: 3:00am - 4:00am on CBS

Elena is forced to face the consequences of her past, as the team is put on the case to search for her former partner who went missing during an undercover sting.

Leverage Season 1, Episode 9

The Snow Job

Airs: 3:00am - 4:00am on TNT

While helping a National Guardsman whose home was foreclosed by an unprincipled construction firm, Nate jeopardises both his team and their job after he seeks solacement in the bottle.

The Universe Season 3, Episode 10

Strangest Things

Airs: 3:00am - 4:00am on History Channel

An exploration of mysterious phenomenon, including alcohol clouds in space, pulsar planets, the possibility of a planet beyond Neptune, and dark matter.

The Daily Show Season 14, Episode 14

Gwen Ifill

Airs: 4:00am - 4:30am on Comedy Central

Editor of "Washington Week", Gwen Ifill

10 Items or Less Season 3, Episode 4

One Day at a Time

Airs: 4:00am - 4:30am on TBS

When Richard's mother is caught pilfering booze from the store, Leslie uses offbeat methods to help her conquer her alcohol problem. Meanwhile, he also plays Cupid for Richard, helping the clean-cut cashier get a date.

The Colbert Report Season 5, Episode 14

Philippe Petit

Airs: 4:30am - 5:00am on Comedy Central

Tonight Stephen welcomes high-wire walker and subject of the documentary Man on Wire, Philippe Petit.

Waterloo Road Season 4, Episode 4

Series 4, Episode 4

Airs: 8:00pm - 9:00pm on BBC One

The on going feud between Tom and Earl Kelly escalates. Melissa holds a speed dating event.

Grand Designs Season 9, Episode 1

The Apprentice Store, Somerset

Airs: 9:00pm - 10:00pm on Channel 4

Ian and Sophie Cooper attempt to create a property in Bath.
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