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This week’s TV highlights
Hundreds of channels, hours and hours of programming. So much to watch, so little time. Here are some highlights to get you started on your week of viewing.
Sunday
“Golden Globe Awards,” 7 p.m. on NBC — Meaningless but fun, the first big awards of the season (“People’s Choice” doesn’t count) are handed out by the Hollywood Foreign Press. Expect Jack Nicholson or Jim Carrey to do something silly.
“24,” 7 p.m. on Fox — Jack is back and having another really bad day. Tony Almeida, previously dead, is back, too. A woman president (Cherry Jones) is in charge of the country, but Jack Bauer is fighting terror on his own terms — as usual. Two episodes air tonight, so set the DVR accordingly.
Monday
“24,” 7 p.m. on Fox — Another two hours of Jack’s bad day before the series settles into its regular one-hour schedule.
Tuesday
“American Idol,” 7 p.m. on Fox — The eighth season of the pop-singer competition begins with the usual batch of auditions. The judging trio of Simon, Randy and Paula is joined by a fourth — Kara DioGuardi, a songwriter-producer.
“Leverage,” 9 p.m. on TNT — Lots of people are liking TNT’s midseason drama starring Timothy Hutton. The series follows a team of thieves, hackers and grifters who act as modern-day Robin Hoods.
Wednesday
“Make ‘Em Laugh: The Funny Business of America,” 7 p.m. on PBS — The six-hour comedy epic showcases the people who have made us laugh over the years, from Charlie Chaplin to Joan Rivers. Hosted by Billy Crystal.
“American Idol,” 7 p.m. on Fox — More early-audition warbling, which we’re assured will be less painful this season because talented types will get more screen time than excruciating types.
Thursday
“The Beast,” 9 p.m. on A&E — Patrick Swayze, who hoofed to fame in “Dirty Dancing,” is battling pancreatic cancer and starring in this dark new drama about a veteran FBI agent. The pilot is intriguing, but Swayze looks disturbingly gaunt.
“Texas Monthly Talks,” 7 p.m. on PBS — Lieut. Gov. David Dewhurst gives a preview of the 81st regular session of the Texas legislature.
Friday
“Friday Night Lights,” 8 p.m. on NBC — After a long absence (unless you’ve got DirecTV), the Dillon Panthers and their families and friends return. Lots happening: Smash and Street move on, and Tyra, Riggins, Lyla and Saracen begin their senior year. This third season of the Austin-based series is better than ever.
“Battlestar Galactica,” 9 p.m. on SciFi — New episodes begin tonight with an installment titled “Sometimes a Great Notion.”
Saturday
“Juno,” 7 p.m. on HBO — This little gem of a movie, starring Ellen Page, is truly must-see TV.
“Austin City Limits,” 7 p.m. on PBS — Grammy Award-winners the Foo Fighters rock the house.
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