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CW PRIMETIME LISTINGS FOR THE WEEK OF JUNE 22, 2009


 

 

CW PRIMETIME LISTINGS FOR

THE WEEK OF JUNE 22, 2009

(ALL TIMES ET)

 

 

MONDAY, JUNE 22

 

"GOSSIP GIRL" — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"The Ex-Files" (TV-14, LS) (HDTV)

 

THERE'S A NEW GIRL IN TOWN — When Serena (Blake Lively) notices that Dan (Penn Badgley) has been cozying up to the new girl in school, Amanda (guest star Laura-Leigh), the ever-loyal Blair (Leighton Meester) and her minions decide to befriend Amanda and sabotage her budding new romance with "lonely boy." Vanessa (Jessica Szohr) discovers a scandalous secret about Catherine (guest star Madchen Amick) and enlists Blair's scheming expertise to use the information to help Nate (Chace Crawford). Meanwhile, Lily (Kelly Rutherford) finds herself drawn back to her ex, Rufus (Matthew Settle), once again. Taylor Momsen and Ed Westwick also star. Jim McKay directed the episode written by Robby Hull (#204).

 

Contact: Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105

 

 

"ONE TREE HILL" — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Bridge Over Troubled Water" (TV-PG, L) (HDTV)

 

A FAMOUS MUSICIAN VISITS PEYTON — Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) struggles to inspire the Ravens, while Haley (Bethany Joy Galeotti) investigates the disappearance of Dan (Paul Johansson). Brooke (Sophia Bush) confronts an old demon from her past, as Nathan (James Lafferty) comes to terms with Deb's (Barbara Alyn Woods) relationship with Skills (Antwon Tanner). Peyton (Hilarie Burton) is surprised when a famous musician visits her studio. Paul Johansson directed the episode written by Terrence Coli (#604).

 

Contact: Jeff Tobler, (818) 977-3719

TUESDAY, JUNE 23

 

"90210" (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"The Bubble" (TV-PG, L) (HDTV)

 

KELLY AND BRENDA GET INTO AN ARGUMENT ABOUT THE BABY'S DADDY AND DIXON GETS A JOB IN THE PEACH PIT — Harry (Rob Estes) reveals that West Beverly's theater director is no longer able to direct the school musical, "Spring Awakening," prompting Tabitha (Jessica Walter) to offer her services as the new director, much to Annie (Shenae Grimes), Harry and Debbie's (Lori Loughlin) surprise. Tabitha's approach with Adrianna (guest star Jessica Lowndes, "Greek") doesn't go over well, so Kelly (guest star Jennie Garth) convinces Brenda (guest star Shannen Doherty) to take over as guest director of the play. Kelly and Brenda get into a heated conversation about Kelly's involvement with Ryan (Ryan Eggold) and how it may affect her son. Dixon (Tristan Wilds) is worried about the family's financial situation and talks with Nat (guest star Joe E. Tata, "Beverly Hills, 90210") at the Peach Pit about a part-time job. Naomi (AnnaLynne McCord) confronts her father's mistress and is shocked when she learns the direction in which her parents' marriage is headed. Annie is still upset with Ty (guest star Adam Gregory) and agrees to a date with Ethan (Dustin Milligan), only to be disappointed by its outcome. Michael Steger and Jessica Stroup also star. Sarah Pia Anderson directed the episode written by Dailyn Rodriguez (#104).

 

Contact: Jeff Tobler, (818) 977-3719

 

 

"HITCHED OR DITCHED" (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Windy City Dilemma" (CONTENT RATING TBD)

 

ERICA AND PAUL — Chicago couple Erica, 25, and Paul, 31, have been dating for four years and their active lifestyle has left Erica looking to settle down. When Erica's best friend presents the couple with a surprise invitation to their own wedding, Erica, a model and actress, is more than willing to marry but has her sights on moving to Los Angeles to pursue her dreams. However, Paul, an advertising sales executive, resists leaving his top-flight job and the city he loves. There are five days until the wedding; will they be HITCHED OR DITCHED? (106).

 

Contact: Cyndee Ellefson, (818) 977-2566

 

 

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24

 

"America's Next Top Model" (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Fierce Eyes" (TV-PG, L)

 

TWO GIRLS ARE SENT HOME IN A SURPRISE ELIMINATION —The ladies practice their strut down a catwalk while wearing blindfolds and one girl shocks the judges when she decides to lift her dress while posing. The winner of the blindfold challenge will pose for designer Kira Plastinina in a Seventeen Magazine advertorial. In this week's photo challenge, the girls pose with their eyes. After the judges deliberate, one girl is sent packing. Tyra Banks, Paulina Porizkova, J. Alexander and Nigel Barker are the judges (#1105).

 

Contact: Jeff Tobler, (818) 977-3719

 

 

"HITCHED OR DITCHED" (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Windy City Dilemma" (CONTENT RATING TBD)

 

ERICA AND PAUL — Chicago couple Erica, 25, and Paul, 31, have been dating for four years and their active lifestyle has left Erica looking to settle down. When Erica's best friend presents the couple with a surprise invitation to their own wedding, Erica, a model and actress, is more than willing to marry but has her sights on moving to Los Angeles to pursue her dreams. However, Paul, an advertising sales executive, resists leaving his top-flight job and the city he loves. There are five days until the wedding; will they be HITCHED OR DITCHED? (106).

 

Contact: Cyndee Ellefson, (818) 977-2566

THURSDAY, JUNE 25

 

"SMALLVILLE" (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Plastique" (TV-PG, DV) (HDTV)

 

DC COMICS CHARACTER PLASTIQUE BLASTS INTO METROPOLIS; DAVIS BLOOME ARRIVES IN SMALLVILLE — It's Clark's (Tom Welling) first day at the Daily Planet with Louis (Erica Durance), and the pair are immediately thrown together on a story when a bus explodes outside the office. Clark rescues Bette (guest star Jessica Parker Kennedy), a young girl who bonds with Chloe (Allison Mack) over their shared meteor abilities, but Bette is hiding a big secret. Paramedic Davis Bloom (Sam Witwer) arrives in Metropolis and is drawn to Chloe. Rick Rosenthal directed the episode. Written by Holly Henderson & Don Whitehead (#3T7452).

 

Contact: Suzanne Gomez, (818) 977-4115

 

 

"SUPERNATURAL" (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Yellow Fever" (TV-14, LV) (HDTV)

JENSEN IS INFECTED BY A GHOST DISEASE — Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles) investigate the mysterious deaths of several men who apparently dropped dead of fright. They visit one of the victims in the morgue, and Dean becomes infected with the illness which starts as a general anxiety, then moves on to full-blown terror that eventually stops the heart. Sam and Bobby (Jim Beaver) must find the root of the disease before Dean dies and is sent back to Hell. Phil Sgriccia directed the episode written by Andrew Dabb & Daniel Loflin (#3T7506).

 

Contact: Suzanne Gomez, (818) 977-4115

 

FRIDAY, JUNE 26

 

"PRIVILEGED" — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"All About The Power Position" (TV- 14, DL) (HDTV)

 

MEGAN GETS TOO MUCH INFORMATION ABOUT THE TWINS' SEX LIVES / A PSA REGARDING TEEN PREGNANCY AIRS AFTER THE EPISODE — Megan (JoAnna Garcia) is shocked to discover an adult DVD in Rose's (Lucy Kate Hale) bookbag and even more shocked when Rose reveals she is not a virgin. Rose admits she is planning to have sex with her current boyfriend Max (guest star Andrew J. West), and doesn't understand why Megan seems so uptight about sexual issues. Megan's insecurities also show up during a date with Jacob (guest star David Giuntoli) and she fears he is losing interest in her. Sage (Ashley Newbrough) invites Lily (Kristina Apgar) out to a restaurant in order to dig up dirt on Megan, and Megan is furious when she finds out that Lily and Sage were drinking together. Michael Cassidy, Allan Louis and Brian Hallisay also star. David Paymer directed the episode written by executive producer Rina Mimoun and Christopher Fife (#103).

 

Contact: Cyndee Ellefson, (818) 977-2566

 

 

"EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates Doc's" (TV-PG, D) (HDTV)

 

ROBIN GIVENS GUEST STARS — When Doc's (guest star Antonio Fargas) obnoxious new girlfriend, Stacy (guest star Robin Givens), makes Chris' (Tyler James Williams) life a living hell, Chris decides it's about time he split up the happy couple. Meanwhile, Tonya (Imani Hakim) starts wearing a bra to get the attention of the boys in her class, but Rochelle (Tichina Arnold) loses her mind when Tonya naively hides her bra in Julius' (Terry Crews) sock drawer and Rochelle (Tichina Arnold) finds it there. Tequan Richmond and Vincent Martella also star. Lev L. Spiro directed the episode written by Luisa Leschin (#072).

 

Contact: Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105

 

 

"THE GAME" (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Insert Car Here" (TV-14, DLS) (HDTV)

 

JASON LOSES CONTROL WHEN HE FINDS KELLY WITH HER NEW MAN — Jason (Coby Bell) loses his mind when he finds Kelly (Brittany Daniel) on a date with her new man, Joe (guest star Eyal Podell), in the car that he gave to Kelly as a gift. Tasha (Wendy Raquel Robinson) is forced to face her insecurities about her relationship with Rick Fox. Melanie (Tia Mowry) tries to find ways that she and Derwin (Pooch Hall) can connect without physical intimacy. Hosea Chanchez also stars. Mary Lou Belli directed the episode written by Erica Montolfo (#40596-054).

 

Contact: Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105

SUNDAY, JUNE 28

 

"EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" (5:00-5:30 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates Eggs" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

 

TODD BRIDGES ("DIFFERENT STROKES") GUEST STARS — For a classroom lesson on parenting skills, Chris (Tyler James Williams) and Greg (Vincent Martella) are each assigned an egg to care for as if it were their own child, but the task proves quite challenging, especially after Chris' mom (Tichina Arnold) decides to show him what it really means to be a parent. Meanwhile, Julius (Terry Crews) puts the family under a microscope after he learns that their electricity bill is over budget by 25 dollars, and Tonya (Imani Hakim) is scared to go to sleep because she suspects Drew (Tequan Richmond) is a werewolf. Todd Bridges guest stars as Doc's nephew, Monk. Jerry Levine directed the episode written by Lisa Parsons (#033).

 

Contact: Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105

 

 

"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: Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105

 

 

"THE DREW CAREY SHOW" — (6:00-6:30 p.m. ET)

"Golden Boy" (CONTENT RATING TBD)

 

DREW CHANGES HIS APPEARANCE FOR THE ROCK BAND — In an attempt to change his appearance now that he's in a rock band, Drew (Drew Carey) allows Darcy (Pauley Perrette) to bleach his hair. Regretful that they quit the band, which is now popular and successful, Oswald (Diedrich Bader) and Lewis (Ryan Stiles) bleach their hair as well, but Drew refuses to let them play again. Meanwhile, when cocaine is found in the store employees' bathroom, Mr. Wick (Craig Ferguson) demands that Drew collect urine samples from every worker for drug tests. However, tired of the humiliation and invasion of people's privacy, Drew flushes all the samples down the toilet. When Drew discovers that Mr. Wick is actually the culprit and is addicted to cocaine, he convinces Mr. Wick to commit himself to drug rehabilitation. Also, Mimi (Kathy Kinney) is confronted by the furious wife of her boyfriend. And Kate (Christa Miller) continues to search for a more rewarding job. Written by Bruce Rasmussen and directed by Gerry Cohen (#466253).

 

Contact: Pamela Morrison, (818) 977-6155

 

 

"THE DREW CAREY SHOW" — (6:30-7:00 p.m. ET)

"Drew Between the Rock and a Hard Place" (CONTENT RATING TBD)

 

DREW CAREY PERFORMS THE SONG "I THINK" — With Mr. Wick (Craig Ferguson) in drug rehabilitation, store owner Mrs. Fran Louder (recurring guest star Nan Martin) offers Mr. Wick's job to Drew (Drew Carey), who refuses it, preferring to concentrate on his music. Mrs. Louder promotes her submissive lover, employee Larry Almada (recurring guest star Ian Gomez), and Larry promptly reduces the store's health insurance benefits package to save money. Drew's band is hired to play in all the hotels of a local chain. Drew announces that he is quitting the store and begins to pack his belongings. But his coworkers, amazingly even Mimi (Kathy Kinney), beg him to stay one more day and solve the crisis caused by Larry's mismanagement. Drew is the only employee who thrives on incredibly tedious details. After an all-night session studying the store's finances, Drew enables the store to afford good health care again. Realizing that helping people at the store is actually what he's passionate about, Drew continues working there and quits the band. The band immediately hires a new lead performer, "Weird Al" Yankovic (himself). Meanwhile, Kate's (Christa Miller) latest awful job requires her to wear scanty outfits and be pinched by lecherous bar patrons as part of a beer promotion. Writteny by Richard Day and directed by Sam Simon (#466254).

 

Contact: Pamela Morrison, (818) 977-6155

"REAPER" (7:00-8:00 p.m. ET)

"Dirty Sexy Mongol" (TV-14, DLV) (HDTV)

 

SAM IS ATTACKED BY DEMONS — Sam's (Bret Harrison) been given a new assignment from the Devil (Ray Wise) but all he can focus on is finding out how Alan (guest star Sean Patrick Thomas) got of his deal with the Devil. However, after Sam and Alan are attacked by two demons sent by the Devil, Alan refuses to talk to him anymore and disappears. One of the demons takes a surprising interest in Ben (Rick Gonzalez). Tyler Labine, Missy Peregrym, Eriko Tamura and Jenny Wade also star. Ron Underwood directed the episode written by Kevin Etten (#202).

 

Contact: Suzanne Gomez, (818) 977-4115

 

 

TWO-HOUR MOVIE

"LARGER THAN LIFE"

(8:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG)

BILL MURRAY STARS Motivational Speaker Jack Corcoran (Murray) receives a telegram that his circus clown father has passed away, and has left a "huge" inheritance. Jack finds that his inheritance has come in the form of an elephant that was his father's pride and joy. Before long, Jack and the elephant develop a bond that changes Jack's outlook on life

Contact: Pamela Morrison, (818) 977-6155

 

 

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