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CW PRIMETIME LISTINGS FOR THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 26, 2007 (ALL TIMES ET)
Please Note:
On Wednesday, November 28, “Gossip Girl” will air a Thanksgiving episode titled “Blair Waldorf Must Pie!” (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET).
On Sunday, December 2, the one-hour animated holiday special “Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer” will air (6:00-7:00 p.m. ET) in place of the regularly scheduled encore presentation of “Gossip Girl.”
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 26
“EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS” — (8:00-8:30 p.m. ET)
“Everybody Hates the New Kid” (TV-PG, L) (HDTV)
CHRIS BONDS WITH THE NEW KID IN SCHOOL — When a new student, Albert (guest star Kwame Boateng), enrolls at Corleone, Chris realizes that he has a lot more in common with Albert than just being the only two African American kids in school. Unfortunately, Albert makes more enemies than friends, including Greg (Vincent Martella) who warns Chris to stay far away from Albert. Meanwhile, Julius (Terry Crews) and Rochelle (Tichina Arnold) get an unexpected IRS refund check in the mail, but Julius is too afraid to spend any of the money in case the IRS decides to take the money back from them. Tequan Richmond and Imani Hakim also star. The episode was directed by Ted Wass and written by Alyson Fouse (#053).
Contact: Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105
“ALIENS IN AMERICA” — (8:30-9:00 p.m. ET)
“Junior Prank” (TV-14, L) (HDTV)
JUSTIN AND RAJA GET BUSTED FOR A SCHOOL PRANK — Justin (Dan Byrd) and Raja (Adhir Kalyan) are excited when they are asked to participate in the annual Junior Prank. The plan is to flood the teachers' lounge, but Raja finds the idea too destructive and convinces Justin to sabotage the prank. When they accidentally flood the football field instead, they incur the wrath of the entire school. Meanwhile, Gary (Scott Patterson) tries to make up for losing his job by getting all the money possible out of his alpacas, and recruits Claire (Lindsey Shaw) to care for them. Finally, Franny (Amy Pietz) tries to earn more money by selling most of the family's possessions on Craig's List. John Fortenberry directed the episode written by Richard Day (#106).
Contact: Pamela Morrison (818) 977-6155
“GIRLFRIENDS” — (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET)
“R-E-S-P-E-C-T, Find Out What It Means To William” (TV-PG, L) (HDTV)
HANGING ON TO OUR YOUTH— When William (Reggie Hayes) begins to feel that he is not respected at work he considers leaving the firm, and Monica (Keesha Sharp) freaks out thinking that he won't be able to support her and their new baby. Meanwhile, Maya (Golden Brooks) is approached by a neighbor to write a column for the neighborhood newsletter, and Joan (Tracee Ellis Ross) gets offended when Lynn (Persia White) doesn't like her housewarming gift. Mary Lou Belli directed the episode written by Michael B. Kaplan (#40338-168).
Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417
“THE GAME” — (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET)
“TURKEY BASTING BITCHES” (TV-14, DLS) (HDTV)
THE NEW LIFE— Enjoying his single superstar status, Derwin (Pooch Hall) starts dating a new girl Raquel (guest star Nicole Pulliam). Meanwhile, Melanie (Tia Mowry) takes a new job as a waitress at a coffee shop and must swallow her pride when Derwin and his date walk into the shop and she must wait on them. Later, Melanie gets a visit from Mathis (guest star Enya Flack), a new member of the Sunbeams, who offers Melanie money to get information on the proper way to get pregnant via a turkey-baster. Mathis mentions she needs the instructions for her girlfriend who is trying to nab a football player named Derwin Davis. When Melanie goes to warn Derwin about the “turkey basting hoochie” he is dating, Derwin tells Melanie she is just jealous of his new lifestyle. Coby Bell, Brittany Daniel, Wendy Raquel Robinson and Hosea Chanchez also star. Salim Akil directed the episode written by Erica D. Montolfo (#40596-031).
Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27
“BEAUTY AND THE GEEK” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)
“Meet The Parents” (CONTENT RATING TBD)
FINAL TWO TEAMS MEET EACH OTHER'S PARENTS — The final two teams make a surprise visit to their partners' hometowns. When they return to the elimination room, they are shocked to learn that the winner will be chosen in a unique way (#411).
Contact: Jeff Tobler, (818) 977-3719
“REAPER” - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)
“Cash Out” (TV-PG, DLV) (HDTV)
SAM STARTS DATING CADY — Sam (Bret Harrison) secretly begins dating Cady (guest star Jessica Stroup), even though he fears she may actually be the devil's (Ray Wise) daughter. The latest escaped soul is a former bank robber who has come back to collect the cash he hid after his last heist. Sam, Sock (Tyler Labine) and Ben (Rick Gonzalez) capture the soul then find the stolen money, leading to an argument about what to do with it. Missy Peregrym, Valarie Rae Miller, Donavan Stinson and Andrew Airlie also star. Stephen Cragg directed the episode written by Yolanda Lawrence (#110).
Contact: Suzanne Gomez, (818) 977-4115
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28
Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417
“GOSSIP GIRL” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)
“Blair Waldorf Must Pie!” (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)
THE HUMPHREYS AND VAN DER WOODSENS SHARE THANKSGIVING — When Dan (Penn Badgley) hears that Serena (Blake Lively) and her family are spending Thanksgiving alone at The Palace, he naively invites them to spend the holiday with his family, creating an uncomfortable situation for Rufus (Matthew Settle) and Lily (Kelly Rutherford) whose children are unaware of their complicated romantic history. Meanwhile, Blair's (Leighton Meester) emotions spiral out of control when she learns that her father isn't coming home for Thanksgiving. Nate (Chace Crawford) spends the holiday with his mom (guest star Francie Swift) and dad (guest star Sam Robards), but their awkward dinner quickly goes from bad to worse. Taylor Momsen also stars. The episode was directed by Mark Piznarski and written by K.J. Steinberg & Jessica Queller (#108).
Contact: Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29
“SMALLVILLE” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)
“Kara” (TV-PG, V) (HDTV)
CLARK MEETS HIS COUSIN KARA KENT AND VISITS JOR-EL — Clark (Tom Welling) and Lois (Erica Durance) discover Kara's (Laura Vandervoort) spaceship but before they can open it, Kara appears and knocks Lois out. Clark is shocked after Kara tells him she is there to protect baby Kal-El. Despite Kara's appearance, a despondent Clark decides that without Lana (Kristin Kreuk) there is nothing keeping him in Smallville, and heads to the Fortress of Solitude to begin his training as a superhero. However, Jor-El tells him Kara's father - Zor-El, who is Jor-El's brother - is evil and Kara is dangerous. Therefore, Clark must stay in Smallville to find out why she came to Earth. Lex (Michael Rosenbaum) makes a stunning discovery regarding Lana and Project 33.1. Allison Mack, Aaron Ashmore and John Glover also star. James Conway directed the episode written by Todd Slavkin & Darren Swimmer (#3T6302).
Contact: Suzanne Gomez, (818) 977-4115
“SUPERNATURAL” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)
“The Kids Are Alright” (TV-14, DLV) (HDTV)
DEAN MEETS MINI-DEAN — Dean (Jensen Ackles) pressures Sam (Jared Padalecki) into visiting Cicero, Indiana, so he can visit an old flame named Lisa (guest star Cindy Sampson), he had a tryst nine years ago. However, Dean is stunned when he meets not only Lisa again, but also her 8-year old son Ben (guest star Nicholas Elias), who bears a striking resemblance to him. However, Ben soon goes missing and Sam and Dean discover that a Changeling, a demonic parasite, is snatching kids from the small town and assuming their form. Meanwhile, Ruby (Katie Cassidy) makes contact with Sam and reveals some startling information about his mom. Phil Sgriccia directed the episode written by Sera Gamble (#302).
Contact: Suzanne Gomez, (818) 977-4115
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30
“FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN” — (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET)
(TV-PG, DLV)
Program information TBD
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2
“GIRLFRIENDS” — (5:00-5:30 p.m. ET)
“R-E-S-P-E-C-T, Find Out What It Means To William” (TV-PG, L) (HDTV)
HANGING ON TO OUR YOUTH— When William (Reggie Hayes) begins to feel that he is not respected at work he considers leaving the firm, and Monica (Keesha Sharp) freaks out thinking that he won't be able to support her and their new baby. Meanwhile, Maya (Golden Brooks) is approached by a neighbor to write a column for the neighborhood newsletter, and Joan (Tracee Ellis Ross) gets offended when Lynn (Persia White) doesn't like her housewarming gift. Mary Lou Belli directed the episode written by Michael B. Kaplan (#40338-168).
Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417
“THE GAME” — (5:30-6:00 p.m. ET)
“TURKEY BASTING BITCHES” (TV-14, DLS) (HDTV)
THE NEW LIFE— Enjoying his single superstar status, Derwin (Pooch Hall) starts dating a new girl Raquel (guest star Nicole Pulliam). Meanwhile, Melanie (Tia Mowry) takes a new job as a waitress at a coffee shop and must swallow her pride when Derwin and his date walk into the shop and she must wait on them. Later, Melanie gets a visit from Mathis (guest star Enya Flack), a new member of the Sunbeams, who offers Melanie money to get information on the proper way to get pregnant via a turkey-baster. Mathis mentions she needs the instructions for her girlfriend who is trying to nab a football player named Derwin Davis. When Melanie goes to warn Derwin about the “turkey basting hoochie” he is dating, Derwin tells Melanie she is just jealous of his new lifestyle. Coby Bell, Brittany Daniel, Wendy Raquel Robinson and Hosea Chanchez also star. Salim Akil directed the episode written by Erica D. Montolfo (#40596-031).
Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417
ONE-HOUR HOLIDAY SPECIAL
“GRANDMA GOT RUN OVER BY A REINDEER”
(6:00-7:00 p.m. ET) (TV-G)
A CHRISTMAS SPECIAL BASED ON THE HIT HOLIDAY SONG -- Based on the hit song that became a worldwide holiday phenomenon, this goofy and heartwarming adventure features young Jake Spankenheimer on the quest of a lifetime to track his missing Grandma down on Christmas Eve and prove that Santa Claus is indeed real. Michele Lee (“Knots Landing”) provides the voice of Jake's greedy Cousin Mel and recording artist Elmo Shropshire provides the narration.
Contact: Pamela Morrison, (818) 977-6155
“CW NOW” — (7:00-7:30 p.m. ET)
“111” (CONTENT RATING TBD)
EVERYTHING THAT'S HIP, HOT AND HAPPENING — The ultimate source for everything that's hip, hot and happening right now in the world of young adults, CW NOW scours the globe and goes straight to the tastemakers, trendsetters and celebrities to find the next big thing in fashion, beauty, music, hot spots, gaming, gadgets, jobs and the internet. Hosted by Tanika Ray and Chris Balish with correspondents J Boogie and Chi-Lan Lieu.
Contact: Paul Hewitt, (818) 977-6171
“ALIENS IN AMERICA” — (7:30-8:00 p.m. ET)
“Purple Heart” (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)
BROKEN HEARTS AND CIGARETTES / FRED SAVAGE (“THE WONDER YEARS”) DIRECTS — Stressed out over midterms, Raja (Adhir Kalyan) horrifies the Tolchuck family when he casually begins smoking. When he explains that it is common practice in Pakistan for people of all ages to smoke, Gary (Scott Patterson) and Franny (Amy Pietz) tell him they both struggled to quit and smoking is forbidden in their home. However, without letting each other know, both Gary and Franny begin sneaking cigarettes with Raja in the garage. Meanwhile, Justin (Dan Byrd) witnesses Claire's (Lindsey Shaw) heartbreak when her boyfriend Jeffrey (guest star Nathan Mitchell) breaks up with her. When Justin's attempt to cheer Claire up is misunderstood by her friends, she is embarrassed and mocks Justin in front of their classmates. Angry and hurt, Justin decides to disown his sister, and Claire is surprised by how much she wants to win back his trust. Fred Savage directed the episode written by Rob Ulin (#108).
Contact: Pamela Morrison (818) 977-6155
“LIFE IS WILD” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)
“The Code” (TV-PG) (HDTV)
A WHITE LION APPEARS AT THE BLUE ANTELOPE — Katie (Leah Pipes), Oliver (Calvin Goldspink), Emily (Tiffany Mulheron) and Tumelo (Atandwa Kani) form a study group to prepare for their mid-term. Jesse (Andrew St. John), nearly failing the class, reluctantly seeks Katie's help, but is accused of cheating on the exam. Meanwhile, guests at the Blue Antelope expect to participate in a guided wildlife hunt, which Danny (D.W. Moffett) and Jo (Stephanie Niznik) don't offer, and decide to check into the Mara Lodge. Danny and Art (David Butler) do their best to protect the white lion, which represents the spirit of Africa, being targeted by the hunters. K'Sun Ray and Mary Mouser also star. Ed Fraiman directed the episode written by Sue Tenney (#108).
Contact: Jeff Tobler, (818) 977-3719
Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417
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