Ghost Hunters International
Wednesday, 7/9 at 9pm on Sci Fi
“Ghost Hunters” has gone global with “Ghost Hunters International,” which, like its U.S. counterpart, TAPS (The Atlantic Paranormal Society), is a squad of real-life ghost-hunting experts who investigate and attempt to debunk claims of otherworldly activity. The team includes investigators Robb Demarest, Andy Andrews, Brian Harnois and Donna LaCroix, and with Barry FitzGerald (best known as part of the “Ghost Hunters” legendary investigations in Ireland) as well as this season’s newcomer Shannon Sylvia.
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Burn Notice
Thursday, 7/10 at 10pm on USA
When international spy Michael Westen suddenly finds himself out of a job, he doesn’t receive a severance package ... he gets blacklisted. Dumped in his hometown of Miami without money or resources, Michael struggles to put his life back together and find out why he's been “burned.” In the meantime, he uses his unique skills and training to help people in need who can't get assistance from the police. Westen isn’t completely alone. His ex-girlfriend (and ex-IRA operative) Fiona is still in his life and Sam, a washed-out military intelligence contact, is being used by the feds to keep tabs on Michael. And then there’s his mother (played by Sharon Gless) who’s thrilled to have her son back in town — even though she’s a big part of the reason he took off in the first place.
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Stargate: Atlantis
Friday, 7/11 at 10pm on Sci Fi
This ever-popular SciFi series follows a team of intrepid explorers from Atlantis, a city built thousands of years ago by the highly evolved and mysterious Ancients, as they explore the distant Pegasus Galaxy. Season 5 promises another dose of excitement and adventure as a new and powerful race is introduced and new alliances are forged -- all while the team continues to explore the mysteries of the unknown galaxy. The season will also include the series’ 100th episode and will mark the return of fan favorite Paul McGillion, who reprises his role as the beloved Dr. Carson Beckett for five episodes.
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Big Brother 10
Sunday, 7/13 at 8pm ET on CBS
If the new summer season of CBS' longtime reality hit "Big Brother" is anything like it's just-concluded winter season, you can expect lots of plotting and backstabbing, drunken and naked escapades in the backyard, and all kinds of verbal smack-talking between the house guests. In this reality show, people enter the house and then through a series of challenges and competitions, a Head of Household is named each week. That person nominates two house guests for eviction, and one is then sent packing based on the other guests' votes. The last person standing wins a cool $500,000. Not bad for being a hamster in a cage, as the house guests can't leave the house or have any contact with the outside world (save the weekly appearance from host Julie Chen). You get to see these people at their absolute worst, and all the time as there are 24/7 Internet feeds and "after dark" shows on Showtime. Let the games begin!
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The Closer
Monday, 7/14 at 9pm on TNT
The tough-as-nails southern belle with a special talent for coaxing confessions out of criminals returns for a fourth season so get ready for more drama in Brenda’s life — both personally and professionally. The fourth season promises to bring viewers deeper into Brenda's life. On the home front, Brenda and Fritz will struggle with moving into a new home, attempting to plan a wedding, and getting closer despite Brenda's overwhelming need for independence and the demands of her job. Speaking of work, Brenda has her hands full right away as she tries to track an arsonist while a reporter follows her every move.
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Saving Grace
Monday, 7/14 at 10pm on TNT
“Saving Grace” follows Grace Hanadarko (wonderfully portrayed by Holly Hunter), a spitfire of an Oklahoma City police detective with a wild personal life which helps give her a no-holds-barred approach to her detective work -- especially when it comes to cases involving the victimization of women or children. She’s been known to use a tornado to her advantage, let a witness sleep over, and even skirt the law to get her job done ... without ever looking back. Her personal life isn’t quite as straightforward. She hasn’t been all that lucky in love and has multiple affairs, sometimes with her colleagues. Luckily Grace has found a real angel (yes, the heavenly kind) who’s showing her how to get her life back on track.
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Project Runway
Wednesday, 7/16 at 9pm on Bravo
You know it, you love it. Yes, "Project Runway" is back for another season of fun, fashion, drama and tips from mentor Tim Gunn. Incidentally, this is the show's final season on Bravo before it catwalks over to Lifetime later this year. Last year's winner was 21-year-old Christian Siriano, who remains all over the media, proving that this show can definitely launch a successful career (at least so far). Who will be in, and who will be out? Tune in for some unforgettable challenges and to get your fashion fix.
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Dog the Bounty Hunter
Wednesday, 7/16 at 9pm on A&E
Lucky for bounty hunter Duane "Dog" Chapman, he doesn't have to choose between work and family. He's brought wife Beth, sons Leland and Duane Lee, and most recently "baby" daughter Lyssa into his Hawaii-based bail bonds business. The show, now in its fifth season, follows Dog and his posse as they risk their lives daily chasing down fugitives and venturing into the seedy, drug-infested neighborhoods of the Aloha State most visitors have never seen. Dog, a one-time convict, isn't legally allowed to carry a gun, but he can sure shoot a mean spray of Mace. And though he might look tough on the outside with his tattoos and biker attire, he often shows a softer side when he tries to help young convicts get back on track. Mahalo, Dog!
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Run's House
Wednesday, 7/16 at 10pm on MTV
MTV reality show “Run’s House” follows Rev Run (formerly a member of ground-breaking rap group Run-D.M.C) as he tries to strike a balance between being a father, a reverend and an icon while keeping his family securely grounded. He and wife Justine face the challenges of raising their five children, Vanessa, Angela, JoJo, Diggy and Russy and helping them navigate school, social lives, jobs, and independence. When we last left the house of Run, the whole brood was welcoming baby Miley Justine Simmons into the first family of hip-hop. Will all of the kids pitch in and help with the new baby? Will the older kids continue to try to forge their own career paths? And will Justine and Rev find time for themselves in the midst of all of the chaos?
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Monk
Friday, 7/18 at 9pm on USA
Monk will see some changes to the show when it returns for a seventh season (though we’re sure the obsessive compulsive detective isn’t thrilled with change.) After the tragic death of actor Stanley Kamel, who played Monk’s therapist, Dr. Charles Kroger, this spring, the show has decided not to replace his character with another actor but will instead introduce a new therapist to be played by Emmy-winner Hector Elizondo. If only this new therapist knew what he’s in for with a patient like Mr. Monk ... he probably wouldn’t want the job. The 16-episode season will air in two parts, with the first half airing this summer and the second half set to begin in January.
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Psych
Friday, 7/18 at 10pm on USA
This series goes inside interesting life of young police consultant Shawn Spencer who solves crimes with powers of observation so acute the detectives he works with think he's psychic. Shawn is often surrounded by his best friend and sidekick, Gus, and his disapproving father, Henry, who happens to be the person who helped hone Shawn’s special skills in the first place. The series returns this summer for a third season with 16 episodes chock full of peculiar crime-solving.
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Criss Angel: Mindfreak
Wednesday, 7/23 at 10pm on A&E
The hunky Criss Angel is back for another season of this acclaimed series which is bound to leave you astonished and, of course, dying to know how on Earth he did it. Combining illusion, mentalism and wild pyrotechnic effects, Angel blurs the line between magic and reality with his amazing performances. This season Criss will perform a slew of all new mind-bending feats including levitating 500 feet above the ground over a Las Vegas hotel and making a Lamborghini vanish -- at high speed.
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Mad Men
Sunday, 7/27 at 10pm on AMC
Get ready for the second season of this under-the-radar drama set in 1960 New York’s ruthless advertising world. The series follows Don Draper, the biggest ad man — and ladies man — in the business, and his colleagues at the Sterling Cooper Advertising Agency. As Don makes plays in the boardroom and the bedroom, he struggles to stay a step ahead of the rapidly changing times and the young executives nipping at his heels. Political correctness? Smoke-free offices? Sexual harassment awareness? None of it existed back then ... making this one juicy series.
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Eureka
Monday, 7/28 at 9pm on Sci Fi
“Eurkea” isn’t your average American small town. It’s actually a top-secret residential development created by people like Albert Einstein and President Truman to protect and nurture America’s most valuable “intellectual resources.” In other words, it’s secretly a town full of geniuses! When U.S. marshal Jack Carter accidentally finds himself in Eureka along with his rebellious teenage daughter, he ends up staying and becoming Sheriff of an unusual town with a lot to hide. Season 3 will delve deeper into the classified, inner-workings of the mysterious research facility Global Dynamics and will continue to explore the intertwined personal relationships of Eureka’s unusual residents.
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Paranormal State
Monday, 7/28 at 10pm on A&E
Some college kids are into sports, others are partiers, and some are bookworms. This real-life series introduces viewers to a whole different clique: Penn State University Club The Paranormal Research Society (PRS), a group of students who seek to find the truth behind terrifying real life mysteries, hauntings and ghosts. Sure, PRS members are dealing with the usual problems of schoolwork, dating, and figuring out their futures, but they’re also drawn to examining "other" worlds as well. Each week, outside parties ranging from churches to ordinary families who are terrified by unusual events in their homes contact the team looking for help. Will they live up to their reputations?
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The First 48
Tuesdays at 9pm on A&E
Homicide detectives’ chances of solving a murder are cut in half if they don’t find a lead during the first 48 hours following the crime. This reality show takes viewers behind the scenes as detectives from around the country race against the clock to find their suspect during these first critical hours. This season the series will highlight detectives in Miami as they investigate the shooting of a local dog groomer who was found half-naked in a hotel room; a team of officers in Memphis who work to solve the execution-style murder of a man in a trailer park; as well as detectives from Detroit, Dallas, Tuscon, and Arizona.
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