Primetime Preview: The Returned, Scandal and More

Which shows will you watch tonight?

by | October 31, 2013 | Comments

Premiering Tonight:

The Returned: Season 1

A pleasant change from typically gory zombie shows, critics say The Returned is a must-see oddity that’s both smart and sure to disturb. More

New Episodes Tonight:

Covert Affairs: Season 4

The fourth season of USA’s espionage drama finds Annie Walker (Piper Perabo) assuming new cover as an import/export dealer. In tonight’s episode, Henry (Gregory Itzin) looks to Calder (Hill Harper) for help. More

The Crazy Ones: Season 1

The pundits say that Robin Williams’ comic dexterity helps to carry The Crazy Ones, a workplace sitcom that scores a few laughs but mostly feels too improvised to fully cohere. On tonight’s episode, Simon (Robin Williams) is nominated for an award, and his competition includes a guy that Sydney (Sarah Michelle Gellar) liked in high school. More

Elementary: Season 2

In tonight’s episode, Capt. Gregson and his wife are the victims of a home invasion robbery, and Holmes and Watson jump in to investigate. More

Grey’s Anatomy: Season 10

In tonight’s episode of the long-running medical drama, a group of costumed patients are admitted to the hospital, one of whom imperils a doctor. More

The Michael J. Fox Show: Season 1

Critics say The Michael J. Fox Show benefits immeasurably from the warm, easy charisma of its star, who keeps things watchable even when the writing is uneven. Tonight, Ian and Eve try to rent out the apartment when Mike and Annie leave on a romantic getaway at a golf tournament Mike’s participating in. More

The Millers: Season 1

Critics say Margo Martindale and the comically able ensemble help to elevate The Millers above its typical sitcom format, though the writing is still mostly generic. Tonight, the family goes trick-or-treating — and stops by the residence of a purpoted witch. More

Parenthood: Season 5

With its strong cast and richly-drawn characters, Parenthood remains one of TV’s sharpest dramedies. Tonight, Sarah and Amber deal with wedding problems while Kristina and Adam look for help on the campaign. More

Reign: Season 1

So far, critics have been lukewarm on Reign, a light period drama that eschews historical accuracy for maximum pop appeal. In tonight’s episode, Mary (Adelaide Kane) recieves an offer of assistance from a Portuguese prince — if she accepts his marriage proposal. More

Scandal: Season 3

Another season, another crisis (or crises) to manage. Tonight, as the team looks into a congresswoman, Olivia and Mellie have an unexpected encounter and Jake and Huck learn more about Operation Remington. More

Sean Saves the World: Season 1

Though Sean Hayes is a gifted comic actor, critics say Sean Saves the World is a mostly conventional sitcom whose efforts to squeeze humor out of Hayes’ frenzied antics are more tiresome than funny. In tonight’s episode, Sean decides to fake an injury in order to avoid participating in a ballroom dance competition. More

The Vampire Diaries: Season 5

It’s time to check in once again on the demonic doings in and around the supernatural hamlet of Mystic Falls, VA. Tonight, Elena and Damon attend a historical ball, where she receives a disturbing message. More

White Collar: Season 5

USA’s popular dramedy about the unlikely pairing of an FBI agent and a convicted con man is back for a fifth season. On tonight’s episode, Neal (Matt Bomer) comes up with an intricate plan to rob a museum. More