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Rapid Recaps & TV Web-bits From Last Week (July 10 - July 16, 2011)

Abe Fried-Tanzer - July 17, 2011

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Each week TV Tango takes you around the dial and across the web so you can read recaps of the hottest programs and catch up on the biggest and best TV-related lists, news stories & fun sites/links from the previous week.

 





Rapid Recaps From Last Week

 

FALLING SKIES – "Silent Kill" (7/10/11)

The alien prisoner of war displays violent tendencies when it strangles Dr. Harris to death, prompting Anne to respond with unexpected force. Hal hatches a plan to rescue Ben and the other harnessed kids by donning a harness and pretending to be under its spell. Margaret proves to be very resourceful in helping Hal and Tom carry out their plan.


Next new episode: Sunday, July 17, 2011 at 10pm ET/PT on TNT.

 

TRUE BLOOD – "If You Love Me, Why Am I Dyin'?" (7/10/11)

Sookie tries to help Eric recover from his memory loss and enlists the help of Alcide. Lafayette, Tara, and Jesus attempt to track down Eric and end up incurring Pam's wrath. Tommy sees an opportunity to steal from Maxine. Jason's transformation continues as Andy's withdrawal worsens. Hoyt and Jessica's relationship problems explode, and Jessica decides to resolve the situation her own way.


Next new episode: Sunday, July 17, 2011 at 9pm ET/PT on HBO.

 

WEEDS – "Game-Played" (7/11/11)

Nancy goes through drug rehabilitation sessions in the halfway house but still manages to get out for a long enough period of time to finish her business with Sarge. Silas has a humiliating experience with his modeling job, while Andy befriends the artist. Shane is prompted to go to college, and finds out that he may have superb loan options. Doug receives a surprising job offer.


Next new episode: Monday, July 18, 2011 at 10pm ET/PT on Showtime.

 

WHITE COLLAR – "Scott Free" (7/12/11)

Neal is perturbed when a new hotshot con man, whose mocking nickname Robin Hoodie sticks, much to his chagrin, reminds everyone of a younger version of him, and he finds himself drawn to helping him. Mozzie tells Neal that he has found a way to get him a clean passport and brand new identity. Sara's relationship with Neal is continually interrupted by both Peter and Mozzie.


Next new episode: Tuesday, July 19, 2011 at 9pm ET/PT on USA.

 

COVERT AFFAIRS – "The Outsiders" (7/12/11)

While on a mission on the border between Poland and Belarus, Annie and Reva are captured. They have to maintain their covers while Joan sends Jai in to help extract them since the United States government cannot officially acknowledge their presence. Danielle creates a problem when she finds Annie's passport and calls the Smithsonian, and Auggie calls in a favor to help resolve the situation.


Next new episode: Tuesday, July 19, 2011 at 10pm ET/PT on USA.

 

 

 

TV Web-bits From Last Week

  • The Telefile celebrates the Top 10 Off-Beat Emmy Nominations We're Excited About.
  • TV Squad applauds Emmys 2011 Snubs We're On Board With and questions the Biggest Really?! Nominations.
  • The TV Addict reacts to Emmy Nominations 2011: The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly!
  • The Telefile commends FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS: Why the Finale Was a Perfect Sendoff.
  • TV Squad spotlights 8 Celebs We'd Love To See on MAN VS. WILD.
  • The Telefile addresses Ten Reasons Why GLEE's Claims to Realism Are…Dubious.
  • Weird Worm recalls Beloved But Short-Lived Sci-fi Shows.
  • The TV Addict asks Where Are They Now? 90s Teen Stars: Back on TOP and on TV.
  • TV Squad highlights TV Shows We Can't Quit, No Matter How Bad They Get.
  • Here are the best news tweets from the TV Tango Twitter Feed:
    • Sun (7/17): Bonus! You can catch a first look of new season #TheWalkingDead during #BreakingBad Season 4 Premiere tonight at 10PM/9C on @AMC_TV
    • Fri (7/15): Syfy greenlights new reality series (6 episodes) of MONSTER MAN. Follows Cleve Hall and his quirky Hollywood monster prop building family.
    • Fri (7/15): Damn! TNT cancels MEN OF A CERTAIN AGE starring Ray Ramano, Scott Bakula, Andre Braugher. About series: http://bit.ly/jutiHQ
    • Fri (7/15): David Canary, Julia Barr, Ray MacDonnell, Lee Meriwether return to Pine Valley to reprise their roles on ALL MY CHILDREN this September.
    • Fri (7/15): E! #FashionPolice welcomes @KathyGriffin to panel as a special guest on Friday, July 22 episode at 10:30p. About: http://bit.ly/h9FHt5
    • Fri (7/15): Syfy picks up #Merlin for a 4th season w/ Colin Morgan, Bradley James, Angel Coulby, Anthony Head. About series: http://bit.ly/nRraAg
    • Fri (7/15): Comedy Central to air #SouthPark docu this fall. Exclusive inside look into making of a an episode at South Park Studios in Los Angeles.
    • Fri (7/15): Golf Channel series #Feherty upcoming guests: Johnny Miller on Tues. July 19, Rory McIlroy on Tues. July 26, Ian Poulter on Tues. Aug. 2.
    • Thu (7/14): Penny Johnson Jerald has joined cast of ABC #Castle as a series regular. She’ll make her debut in season 4 premiere on Monday, Sept. 19
    • Thu (7/14): Check out our easy read list (with show links) of all 2011 Primetime #Emmy Nominations. http://bit.ly/pONWWe
    • Thu (7/14): Sara Bareilles will join NBC’s THE SING OFF as the third celebrity judge with fellow celebrity judges Ben Folds and Shawn Stockman.
    • Wed (7/13): Encore to premiere its first original program, the miniseries MOBY DICK w/ William Hurt, Ethan Hawke, Gillian Anderson on Aug 1,2 at 8pm.
    • Wed (7/13): #Glee regulars Lea Michele, Cory Monteith, Chris Colfer will not be back for 4th season. They'll graduate this coming 3rd season. via #THR
    • Wed (7/13): MTV renews #TeenWolf for a second season of 12 all new one-hour episodes to premiere in 2012. About series: http://bit.ly/ljEH14
    • Wed (7/13): HBO acquires TV rights to Martin Scorsese’s GEORGE HARRISON: LIVING IN THE MATERIAL WORLD. Documentary will debut in 2 parts on Oct. 5,6
    • Wed (7/13): NBC airs 'WrestleMania: The World Premiere' on Sat. Aug. 13 at 9 pm/8p. The 1hr special will feature highlights from #WrestleMania XXVII.
    • Wed (7/13): ABC renews #RookieBlue for a third season. Series stars Missy Peregrym, Gregory Smith. About: http://bit.ly/a0dnH1
    • Tue (7/12): Ted Danson cast to take over for Laurence Fishburne on 12th season of the CBS drama series #CSI via @James_Hibberd http://ow.ly/5D0em
    • Tue (7/12): NBC drama HARRY'S LAW adds Mark Valley to cast as series regular and Jean Smart as recurring guest star. About series: http://bit.ly/ikgNVT
    • Tue (7/12): Juliette Lewis and Callum Keith Rennie cast to star in the new NBC legal drama THE FIRM based on John Grisham’s novel. To debut mid season
    • Tue (7/12): Discovery SHARK WEEK fans can get up close and personal with Georgia Aquariums' #SharkCam beginning July 14 at http://bit.ly/qZN0OA
    • Tue (7/12): We mourn the loss of Sherwood Schwartz, creator and writer of TV series GILLIGAN'S ISLAND and THE BRADY BUNCH who died today at age 94.
    • Tue (7/12): A&E premieres second season BEYOND SCARED STRAIGHT with a 90-minute episode on Thurs. Aug. 18 at 10pm. About: http://bit.ly/pKM5Xs
    • Tue (7/12): Animal Planet is casting season 2 of MY CAT FROM HELL. If you have a cat that is driving you crazy- email: hellcatscasting@gmail.com
    • Tue (7/12): In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month NBC will broadcast 2011 NCLR ALMA AWARDS on Sept. 16 at 8pm. Hosts Eva Longoria, George Lopez.
    • Mon (7/11): ABC Family picks up MELISSA AND JOEY starring @MellyJHart, Joey Lawrence for a 2nd season. About Series: http://bit.ly/9uzi5G
    • Mon (7/11): Lifetime premieres new reality series PICKER SISTER Tues. Aug. 2, at 10p w/ best friends and interior designers Tracy Hutson,Tanya McQueen
    • Mon (7/11): OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network and TLC acquire off-network rights of UNDERCOVER BOSS from CBS TV Distribution. To begin airing Fall 2012.

     

     

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    Abe Fried-Tanzer is a recent graduate from New York University, where he majored in cinema studies and journalism. He makes it his priority each year to see every Oscar-nominated film and watch every new television pilot, and writes reviews and awards predictions at Movies with Abe and TV with Abe.