NBC PRIMETIME SCHEDULE – Sunday July 24, 2011 – Saturday July 30, 2011
“DATELINE NBC”
“SU2044”
07/24/2011 (07:00PM – 08:00PM) (Sunday) :
“AMERICA’S GOT TALENT”
“615”
07/24/2011 (08:00PM – 10:00PM) (Sunday) : THE LIVE SHOWS CONTINUE – Judging is turned over to the American viewing audience as twelve of the top 48 acts perform live in Los Angeles for the chance to win the $1 million prize and become the most talented act in America. Howie Mandel, Piers Morgan and Sharon Osbourne star as the celebrity panel of judges and Nick Cannon hosts.
Danielle Dusky
“THE MARRIAGE REF”
“204: LAUREN GRAHAM, COLIN QUINN, MARY J. BLIGE”
07/24/2011 (10:00PM – 11:00PM) (Sunday) : Three couples battle it out on an all new “The Marriage Ref.” Celebrity panelists Lauren Graham, Colin Quinn, and Mary J. Blige take sides between real-life husbands and wives, and the audience votes on which winner from each couple is the “Rightest of the Right.” A wife wants her husband to come shopping with her while he prefers to shop with his buddy, a husband and wife disagree on what constitutes a thoughtful gift, and a husband thinks his wife’s accent pillows are becoming a hazard. Tom Papa hosts.
“AMERICA’S GOT TALENT”
“616”
07/25/2011 (08:00PM – 09:00PM) (Monday) : THE RESULTS ARE IN LIVE FROM LOS ANGELES – The votes are in and four acts from the previous night’s performance show move on to the top 24 to continue their pursuit of the $1 million prize — and be one step closer to becoming the most talented act in America. Howie Mandel, Piers Morgan and Sharon Osbourne star as the celebrity panel of judges and Nick Cannon hosts.
Danielle Dusky
“LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT”
“ICARUS”
07/25/2011 (09:00PM – 10:00PM) (Monday) : ICARUS
A sitcom star turned Broadway actor is killed performing a stunt in a controversial and highly technical Broadway musical, and the real drama is trying to figure out who wanted the leading man dead.
Guest star: Cynthia Nixon
“HARRY’S LAW”
“INNOCENT MAN”
07/25/2011 (10:00PM – 11:00PM) (Monday) : CHRISTOPHER MCDONALD (“TOMMY JEFFERSON”) AND STEVE HARRIS (“JEFFREY ROLLINS”) GUEST STAR —
HARRY MUST PROVE THE INNOCENCE OF AN INMATE WHO HAS BEEN IN PRISON FOR YEARS, WHILE ADAM’S LAUNDROMAT CASE CONTINUES TO ESCALATE —After getting a tip from a priest, Harry (Kathy Bates) helps defend Jeffrey Rollins, an inmate serving life for a murder he did not commit. Meanwhile, legal woes continue to worsen for the laundromat after Adam (Nate Corddry) risks disbarment by going behind Tommy’s back to offer the fired employee her job back. Elsewhere, Malcolm (Aml Ameen) and Tommy form an unlikely partnership when they team up to help an overweight woman sue multiple fast food giants. Brittany Snow also stars.
Nikki Lichterman
“IT’S WORTH WHAT?”
“102”
07/26/2011 (08:00PM – 09:00PM) (Tuesday) : LANDLORD AND TENANT CONTINUE TO COMPETE FOR THE MILLION-DOLLAR TOP PRIZE—Annabel Gray from Studio City, CA and Melissa Soso from West Hollywood, CA continue their quest for a chance win the cash prize. Later, Karen Rowend from Coronodo, CA and her future son-in-law, Trent Brookshier from Irvine, CA team up for their chance at one million dollars when they take on “What’s Worth More” as their first challenge. Cedric “The Entertainer” hosts.
Kellie Kulikowsky
“AMERICA’S GOT TALENT”
“617”
07/26/2011 (09:00PM – 11:00PM) (Tuesday) : THE LIVE SHOWS CONTINUE – Judging is turned over to the American viewing audience as twelve of the top 48 acts perform live in Los Angeles for the chance to win the $1 million prize and become the most talented act in America. Howie Mandel, Piers Morgan and Sharon Osbourne star as the celebrity panel of judges and Nick Cannon hosts.
Danielle Dusky
“MINUTE TO WIN IT”
“GO FOR BROKE”
07/27/2011 (08:00PM – 09:00PM) (Wednesday) : ARIZONA WOMAN AND MASSACHUSETTS MAN CONTINUE TO COMPETE FOR THE MILLION-DOLLAR TOP PRIZE – Amanda Contreras from Snowflake, AZ and Timothy Savard from North Easton, MA continue their quest to try and win a million dollars. Excited to play, they take on the “Nutstacker” challenge, where they must take turns unloading their chopsticks to stack 10 nuts into a freestanding structure on a table. Later, a new game begins with brother sister duo Aaron and Andi Sass from Stockton, CA trying to win the top prize. Eager to start playing, Andi takes on the “How’s it Hangin’” challenge where she must tie a string around her waist with a banana attached 12 inches off the floor. With the momentum of her hips and the banana, she must move an orange across the floor and into a hoop. Guy Fieri hosts.
Kellie Kulikowsky
“AMERICA’S GOT TALENT”
“618”
07/27/2011 (09:00PM – 10:00PM) (Wednesday) : THE RESULTS ARE IN LIVE FROM LOS ANGELES – The votes are in and four acts from the previous night’s performance show move on to the top 24 to continue their pursuit of the $1 million prize — and be one step closer to becoming the most talented act in America. Howie Mandel, Piers Morgan and Sharon Osbourne star as the celebrity panel of judges and Nick Cannon hosts.
Danielle Dusky
“LOVE IN THE WILD”
“105”
07/27/2011 (10:00PM – 11:00PM) (Wednesday) : A TWIST CHANGES THE GAME AS COUPLES HUNT FOR LOVE IN THE LOST CANYON–A sudden announcement changes the course of the game. The couples descend into the depths of Lost Canyon, searching for an ancient artifact. They encounter a stubborn mule, a terrifying waterfall and a grueling flight of jungle stairs. A devastating injury threatens to derail one contestant’s quest for love, while the others fight to find their way back to their true partner. Hosted by Darren McMullen and produced by Endemol USA.
Danielle Dusky
“COMMUNITY”
“ADVANCED DUNGEONS & DRAGONS”
07/28/2011 (08:00PM – 08:30PM) (Thursday) : THE STUDY GROUP TAKES A JOURNEY INTO THE DARK WORLD OF DUNGEONS AND DRAGON WITH ABED AT THE HELM – CHARLEY KOONTZ GUEST STARS – When Jeff (Joel McHale) becomes concerned about “Fat Neil,” (Charley Koontz “Gigantic”) a fellow Greendale student who is a bit of a loner, the gang invites him to play a game of Dungeons and Dragons to boost his spirits and his confidence. But when Pierce (Chevy Chase) discovers that he’s been excluded, he forces his way into the game and takes charge, disrupting their delicate plan. Gillian Jacobs, Alison Brie, Danny Pudi, Donald Glover, Yvette Nicole Brown and Ken Jeong also star.
“PARKS AND RECREATION”
“SOULMATES”
07/28/2011 (08:30PM – 09:00PM) (Thursday) : EP 3010 (airs 4/21) SOULMATES–LESLIE FINDS AN UNLIKELY SOULMATE—Ann (Rashida Jones) convinces Leslie (Amy Poehler) to sign up for an online dating service, only to be matched with someone she already knows. Chris (Rob Lowe) decides to start a health initiative and challenges Ron (Nick Offerman) to a burger cook-off. Chris Pratt, Aubrey Plaza, Adam Scott, Retta and Jim O’Heir also star
Joanne Park
“THE OFFICE”
“GARAGE SALE ”
07/28/2011 (09:00PM – 09:30PM) (Thursday) : EP 719 (airs 3/24) “GARAGE SALE,” THE OFFICE HOLDS ITS FIRST GARAGE SALE IN THE WAREHOUSE, WHILE MICHAEL FINALLY POPS THE QUESTION TO HOLLY – AMY RYAN (“Gone Baby Gone”) GUEST STARS — Michael (Golden Globe winner Steve Carell) decides to propose to Holly (guest star Amy Ryan). Holly makes her final appearance. John Krasinski, Rainn Wilson, Jenna Fischer, Ed Helms,Craig Robinson, Brian Baumgartner, Leslie David Baker, Kate Flannery, Mindy Kaling, Angela Kinsey, Phyllis Smith, Creed Bratton, Ellie Kemper, and Zach Woods also star.
Joanne Park
“30 ROCK”
“IT’S NEVER TOO LATE FOR NOW”
07/28/2011 (09:30PM – 10:00PM) (Thursday) : JACK LOSES HIS NEGOTIATING EDGE WHILE JENNA TRIES TO DISTRACT LIZ WITH A REBOUND
Jenna takes Liz out to distract her from her breakup and prove love still exists, while Jack, a newly sleep-deprived father, loses his negotiating edge when discussing his nanny’s salary. Pete (Scott Adsit) and Frank (Judah Friedlander) start a rock band.
“LOVE BITES”
“TBA”
07/28/2011 (10:00PM – 11:00PM) (Thursday) :
Leslie Schwartz
“WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?”
“STEVE BUSCEMI”
07/29/2011 (08:00PM – 09:00PM) (Friday) : GOLDEN GLOBE WINNER STEVE BUSCEMI EMBARKS ON A JOURNEY TO FIND THE ROGUES AND VILLAINS IN HIS ANCESTRAL PAST – Steve Buscemi (“Boardwalk Empire”), a man who has played his share of shady characters in his career, sets off on a trail to find similar real life dark figures in his own family. His search leads him to his maternal great great grandfather, a questionable character that had a tarnished Civil War record and other secrets. Steve’s journey will take him from New York to Philadelphia and from the battlefields of Virginia to the Union ports of the Potomac River in search of his illusive ancestor.
Nikki Lichterman
Akiva Griffith
“DATELINE NBC”
“FR2045”
07/29/2011 (09:00PM – 11:00PM) (Friday) :
“WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?”
“TIM MCGRAW”
07/30/2011 (08:00PM – 09:00PM) (Saturday) : COUNTRY MUSIC SUPERSTAR TIM MCGRAW EMBARKS ON A JOURNEY TO UNCOVER HIS FATHER’S ANCESTRAL PAST — Tim McGraw started his life with no idea who his father was, but later found and forged a close bond with his biological father, baseball player Tug McGraw, before his death. Determined to learn more about his paternal line, Tim’s journey leads him to descendants who were among the first settlers in the United States. In his search he discovers an industrious ancestor with a link to George Washington.
Nikki Lichterman
Akiva Griffith
“LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT”
“ICARUS”
07/30/2011 (09:00PM – 10:00PM) (Saturday) : ICARUS
A sitcom star turned Broadway actor is killed performing a stunt in a controversial and highly technical Broadway musical, and the real drama is trying to figure out who wanted the leading man dead.
Guest star: Cynthia Nixon
“LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT”
“TOTEM”
07/30/2011 (10:00PM – 11:00PM) (Saturday) : CAPTAIN JACKSON (GUEST STAR JEREMY IRONS) RETURNS WHEN DETECTIVES BENSON (MARISKA HARGITAY) AND STABLER (CHRIS MELONI) INVESTIGATE THE MURDER OF A YOUNG GIRL
When a young girl is found dead with a doll that is believed to have been left as a totem, detectives Benson (Hargitay) and Stabler (Meloni) team up with Captain Jackson (Guest Star Jeremy Irons), a psychologist who assisted them with a recent case, to investigate her murder. Jackson joins the detectives as they retrace the girl’s last steps and go to meet with her piano teacher June Frye (guest star Elizabeth Mitchell). Jackson’s skills prove to be invaluable in deciphering the meaning of the totem and ultimately finding her killer.
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