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REVISED CW PRIMETIME LISTINGS FOR THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 22, 2007 (ALL TIMES ET)
Please note:
On Monday, October 22, “Aliens In America” will air the episode titled “The Metamorphosis” instead of the previously listed “Homecoming.”
MONDAY, OCTOBER 22
“EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS” — (8:00-8:30 p.m. ET)
“Everybody Hates Blackie” (TV-PG, DV) (HDTV)
CHRIS GETS A DOG — As a result of their apartment being broken into, Julius (Terry Crews) and Rochelle (Tichina Arnold) decide it's a good idea to get a dog, something Chris (Tyler James Williams) has always wanted. Unfortunately, Julius is all about the security and less about the fun, so Chris is put in charge of training the dog to be an attack dog. Meanwhile, without a television to occupy their time, Drew (Tequan Richmond) and Tonya (Imani Hakim) must find new ways to amuse themselves, including making prank phone calls. Vincent Martella also stars. The episode was directed by Victor Nelli Jr. and written by Adrienne Carter (#048).
Contact: Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105
“ALIENS IN AMERICA” — (8:30-9:00 p.m. ET)
“The Metamorphosis” (TV-14, D) (HDTV)
RAJA COOLS DOWN THE HOTTEST GIRL IN SCHOOL — Justin (Dan Byrd), along with every guy in school, is furious with Raja (Adhir Kalyan) after he convinces the hottest girl in school, Anita (guest star ), that she should dress more modestly. However, Claire (Lindsey Shaw) is thrilled that Amy is no longer the leader of the A-List crowd and quickly takes her place. Meanwhile, when Justin tells Franny (Amy Pietz) it's time for him to start choosing his own clothes, she turns her attention to updating Gary's (Scott Patterson) wardrobe. Michael Zinberg directed the episode written by Sam Laybourne (#105).
Contact: Pamela Morrison (818) 977-6155
“GIRLFRIENDS” — (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET)
“Losing It” (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)
TRYING TO LET GO —Maya (Golden Brooks) tries to avoid calls from her publisher when she experiences writer's block and is unable to complete her third book. Later, Maya learns that her pregnancy is at risk and the doctors instruct her to stay off her feet as much as possible, but she doesn't listen. Meanwhile, Joan (Tracee Ellis Ross) is having a hard time renting her apartment to Lynn (Persia White) and William (Reggie Hayes), and Monica (Keesha Sharp) start to discover differences in their relationship. Khalil Kain also stars. Millicent Shelton directed the episode written by Mark Alton Brown and Dee LaDuke (#40338-163).
Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417
“THE GAME” — (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET)
“Hit Me With Your Best Shot” (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)
RAPPER MIKE JONES MAKES AN APPEARANCE — When Kelly (Brittany Daniels) convinces Jason (Coby Bell) to let her brother Brandon (guest star Scott Michael Foster), who was recently released from rehab, stay with them, Jason makes it clear is no room for Brandon to slip up. Meanwhile, Brandon catches Jason taking steroids, but promises he will not tell Kelly. Later, when Kelly finds a syringe in the trash, she accuses Brandon of using again and kicks him out. Wendy Raquel Robinson, Hosea Chanchez and Pooch Hall also star. Salim Akil directed the episode written by Elaine Aronson (#40596-026).
Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23
“BEAUTY AND THE GEEK” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)
“Super Geek” (CONTENT RATING TBD)
THE GEEKS GO TO COMICON — Each team battles to create the ultimate comic book hero. On a field trip to the biggest convention for comic book fans, ComiCon, the Geeks must design the perfect costume, while the Beauties invent the hero's back story. One Geek struggles to adapt to the group, and a strong alliance is formed (#407).
Contact: Jeff Tobler, (818) 977-3719
“REAPER” - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)
“What About Blob?” (TV-PG, DLV) (HDTV)
AN UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER SERVES AS THIS WEEK'S VESSEL — Sam (Bret Harrison) is delivered a copy of the contract his parents signed, but it is thousands of pages long - and in Latin - so his dad (Andrew Airlie) offers to help translate it. Meanwhile, Sam finds he can't stop slipping and falling when he walks and realizes it is connected to the latest demon. With Josie's (Valarie Rae Miller) help, the trio (Harrison, Tyler Labine, Rick Gonzalez) discover the escaped soul is the former head of a chemical company that dumped toxic waste. Missy Peregrym and Donavan Stinson Airlie also star. Peter Lauer directed the episode written by Thomas Schnauz (#105).
Contact: Suzanne Gomez, (818) 977-4115
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24
“AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)
Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417
“GOSSIP GIRL” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)
“The Handmaiden's Tale” (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)
MASQUERADE BALL, ANYONE? — Dan (Penn Badgley) is torn between two girls when his childhood friend, Vanessa (Jessica Szohr), returns home and declares her feelings for him, just as he and Serena (Blake Lively) are trying to figure out what they mean to each other. At the infamous masked ball, Blair (Leighton Meester) sends Nate (Chace Crawford) on a scavenger hunt, but Nate is ultimately still distracted by his feelings for Serena. Although Blair makes it perfectly clear that outsiders are not welcome, a disguised Jenny (Taylor Momsen) and Dan sneak into the ball. Finally, Lily (Kelly Rutherford) asks Rufus (Matthew Settle) to accompany her to an Eleanor Waldorf (Margaret Colin) event in order to make Bart Bass (Robert John Burke) jealous. “America's Next Top Model” winner CariDee English makes a cameo as Bart Bass' date. The episode was directed by Norman Buckley and written by Jessica Queller (#105).
Contact: Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25
“SMALLVILLE” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)
“Action” (CONTENT RATING TBD) (HDTV)
CHRISTINA MILIAN GUEST STARS — The residents of Smallville are thrilled when “Warrior Angel,” a movie based on a comic book, begins shooting in town. However, after the lead actress, Rachel Davenport (guest star Christina Milian) takes off in stunt car with cut brakes, Clark (Tom Welling) must step in to stop the runaway car. Unfortunately, an obsessed fan witnesses this heroic event and decides Clark is a real life superhero, whose girlfriend Lana (Kristin Kreuk) must be eliminated so Clark can fulfill his destiny. Meanwhile, Lex (Michael Rosenbaum) discovers Lionel (John Glover) at the cabin. Allison Mack, Erica Durance, Aaron Ashmore, Laura Vandervoort and John Glover also star. Mairzee Almas directed the episode written by Caroline Dries (#3T6306).
Contact: Suzanne Gomez, (818) 977-4115
“SUPERNATURAL” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)
“Sin City” (TV- 14, DLV) (HDTV)
RUBY VISITS BOBBY AND OFFERS SOME ADVICE — Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles) investigate a rash of violent deaths in Elizabethville, Ohio, a once-sleepy town that has been turned into a haven for gamblers and drinkers. Dean discovers demons have infiltrated Elizabethville and are using their powers of persuasion to make the townspeople succumb to their basic instincts. Meanwhile, Ruby (Katie Cassidy) helps Bobby (Jim Beaver) rebuild the Colt from scratch and stuns him with some news. Charles Beeson directed the episode written by Robert Singer & Jeremy Carver (#304).
Contact: Suzanne Gomez, (818) 977-4115
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26
“FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN” — (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET)
(TV-PG, DLV)
Program information TBD
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28
“GIRLFRIENDS” — (5:00-5:30 p.m. ET)
“Losing It” (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)
TRYING TO LET GO —Maya (Golden Brooks) tries to avoid calls from her publisher when she experiences writer's block and is unable to complete her third book. Later, Maya learns that her pregnancy is at risk and the doctors instruct her to stay off her feet as much as possible, but she doesn't listen. Meanwhile, Joan (Tracee Ellis Ross) is having a hard time renting her apartment to Lynn (Persia White) and William (Reggie Hayes), and Monica (Keesha Sharp) start to discover differences in their relationship. Khalil Kain also stars. Millicent Shelton directed the episode written by Mark Alton Brown and Dee LaDuke (#40338-163).
Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417
“THE GAME” — (5:30-6:00 p.m. ET)
“Hit Me With Your Best Shot” (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)
RAPPER MIKE JONES MAKES AN APPEARANCE — When Kelly (Brittany Daniels) convinces Jason (Coby Bell) to let her brother Brandon (guest star Scott Michael Foster), who was recently released from rehab, stay with them, Jason makes it clear is no room for Brandon to slip up. Meanwhile, Brandon catches Jason taking steroids, but promises he will not tell Kelly. Later, when Kelly finds a syringe in the trash, she accuses Brandon of using again and kicks him out. Wendy Raquel Robinson, Hosea Chanchez and Pooch Hall also star. Salim Akil directed the episode written by Elaine Aronson (#40596-026).
Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417
“GOSSIP GIRL” — (6:00-7:00 p.m. ET)
“The Handmaiden's Tale” (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)
MASQUERADE BALL, ANYONE? — Dan (Penn Badgley) is torn between two girls when his childhood friend, Vanessa (Jessica Szohr), returns home and declares her feelings for him, just as he and Serena (Blake Lively) are trying to figure out what they mean to each other. At the infamous masked ball, Blair (Leighton Meester) sends Nate (Chace Crawford) on a scavenger hunt, but Nate is ultimately still distracted by his feelings for Serena. Although Blair makes it perfectly clear that outsiders are not welcome, a disguised Jenny (Taylor Momsen) and Dan sneak into the ball. Finally, Lily (Kelly Rutherford) asks Rufus (Matthew Settle) to accompany her to an Eleanor Waldorf (Margaret Colin) event in order to make Bart Bass (Robert John Burke) jealous. “America's Next Top Model” winner CariDee English makes a cameo as Bart Bass' date. The episode was directed by Norman Buckley and written by Jessica Queller (#105).
Contact: Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105
“CW NOW” — (7:00-7:30 p.m. ET)
“106” (CONTENT RATING TBD)
SEE WHAT'S HIP, HOT AND HAPPENING — More than just a weekly magazine show, CW NOW, hosted by Tanika Ray (“Extra”), 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.
Contact: Paul Hewitt, (818) 977-6171
“ONLINE NATION” — (7:30-8:00 p.m. ET)
“Title TBD” (Content Rating TBD)
THE HOTTEST INTERNET HITS COME TO TV — Young adults have taken their quest for fame into their own hands as the amount of user-generated entertainment continues to explode across the Internet. Now The CW is giving them a nationally televised stage to show off what they've got. “Online Nation” scours the nearly infinite number of websites, blogs and user-generated materials on the Internet to find the best, the hottest, the funniest and sometimes the flat-out bizarre.
Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417
“LIFE IS WILD” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)
“Heritage Day” (TV-PG) (HDTV)
A WILD MONKEY TAUNTS THE BLUE ANTELOPE — It's Heritage Day, a South African holiday recognizing the past and celebrating the future in the post-Apartheid era. Katie (Leah Pipes) prefers to attend a big party with Oliver (Calvin Goldspink) and Emily (Tiffany Mulheron) at the Mara Lodge, but is unsure if she will be invited and accepts an invitation from Tumelo (Atandwa Kani) to accompany him to the township's traditional celebration. While shaving, a vervet monkey snatches Jesse's (Andrew St. John) toiletry kit through the bathroom window. Meanwhile, Danny (D.W. Moffett) and Jo (Stephanie Niznik) decide to celebrate the holiday by attending the township party with Chase (K'Sun Ray) and Mia (Mary Mouser). Ed Fraiman directed the episode written by Dan Baratta (#103).
Contact: Jeff Tobler, (818) 977-3719
“AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)
Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417
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