The Defenders - Season 1, Episode 11: Nevada v. Riley

The Defenders - Season 1, Episode 11: Nevada v. Riley
Channel: CBS
Air Date: 15 December 2010

Matt Riley (Matt Bushell) a former football star gets in trouble because of his drunken outrage so Nick (James Belushi) and Pete (Jerry O'Connell) investigates what causes these violent outbursts to keep him out of jail. Meanwhile, Pete's father comes for a visit and makes things complicated for him. James Brolin guest stars as Teddy K, Pete's father.

Criminal Minds - Season 6, Episode 11: 25 to Life

Criminal Minds - Season 6, Episode 11: 25 to Life
Channel: CBS
Air Date: 15 December 2010

After speaking and evaluating a psychopath, Morgan (Shemar Moore) made a recommendation that the psychopath has been rehabilitated and should be given parole. This recommendation proves to be a big mistake because 51 hours after his release Don Sanderson (Kyle Secor) kills again.

Hawaii Five-0 - Season 1, Episode 12: Hana 'a'a Makehewa (Desperate Measures)

Hawaii Five-0 - Season 1, Episode 12: Hana 'a'a Makehewa (Desperate Measures)
Channel: CBS
Air Date: 13 December 2010

Chin Ho's Christmas present is a bomb strapped to his neck thanks to Victor Hesse (James Marsters), a man presumed dead who also killed McGarrett's father. Steve (Alex O'Loughlin) negotiate with Victor to save Chin Ho (Daniel Dae Kim) but what he asks is an amount far to great them to acquire.

Two and a Half Men - Season 8, Episode 12: Chocolate Diddlers or My Puppy's Dead

Two and a Half Men - Season 8, Episode 12: Chocolate Diddlers or My Puppy's Dead
Channel: CBS
Air Date: 13 December 2010

Charlie (Charlie Sheen) and Courtney (Jenny McCarthy) breaks up and this send Charlie into downward spiral of depression. He tries to cope with it by drinking himself into oblivion but he eventually seeks help by going to his old psychiatrist. Jane Lynch (Glee) guest stars as Dr. Freeman.

Rules of Engagement - Season 5, Episode 12: Little Bummer Boy

Rules of Engagement - Season 5, Episode 12: Little Bummer Boy
Channel: CBS
Air Date: 13 December 2010

Russel (David Spade) sabotages Adam's (Oliver Hudson) gift for Jenna (Bianca Kajlich) by distributing it to the Christmas socks in the office. Meanwhile Audrey tries desperately make Jeff's officemates laugh and does so at Jeff's (Patrick Warburton) expense. Russel in the end still gets his Christmas miracle.

Mike and Molly - Season 1, Episode 12: First Christmas

Mike and Molly - Season 1, Episode 12: First Christmas
Channel: CBS
Air Date: 13 December 2010

Mike (Billy Gardell) is clueless about what to give Molly (Melissa McCarthy) and is staring to panic because he still does not have a gift to give her. Molly started giving Mike some hints on what she wants but Mike a bit slow doesn't really get what she wants for Christmas. Unknown to Mike, Molly is also a bit clueless on what she will give to Mike so she asks for Carl's (Reno Wilson) help.

How I Met Your Mother - Season 6, Episode 12: False Positive

How I Met Your Mother - Season 6, Episode 12: False Positive
Channel: CBS
Air Date: 13 December 2010

Marshall (Jason Segel) and Lily's (Alyson Hannigan) dreams finally came true and when they announced it to the gang it made each and one of them ponder about their own lives and where it has gotten them. Robin (Cobie Smulders) tries out for two new jobs and is at odds whether it should be for her own self-fulfillment or for instant popularity. Barney (Neil Patrick Harris) finally realizes that giving is more fulfilling, while Ted (Josh Radnor) becomes the Best Man that he is for Punchy's wedding.

Lost Girl - Season 1 Episode 13 :: Bloodlines

Lost Girl - Season 1 Episode 13 :: Bloodlines
Channel: Showcase
Air Date: 12/Dec/10

Dyson (Kris Holden-Ried) and Trick (Richard Howland) finally tell Bo (Anna Silk) the truth about her mother's identity and how long they known of this fact. Bo upset and feeling betrayed because the people closest to her has kept everything that she has always been looking for. Seeking help from Lauren (Zoie Palmer), Bo alongside with Kenzi (Ksenia Solo) try to obtain an amulet that can protect her from her very experienced succubus mother. Dyson knowing that Bo needs all the help she can get goes to a Norn to give her all the power she needs to beat her mother but in exchange he must let go of something that he holds most dearest. Trick on the other hand also tries to help Bo buy doing something that he has always vowed never to do again.

CSI: Miami Season 9 Episode 9 :: Blood Sugar

CSI: Miami Season 9 Episode 9 :: Blood Sugar
Channel: CBS
Air Date: 12/Dec/10

CSI's respond to a distress call from a sugar refinery that explodes. Shocking revelations comes after a deeper investigations and it is up to the CSI team to determine who is to blame and what motive they have.

Leverage - Season 3 Episode 14 :: The Ho, Ho, Ho Job

Leverage - Season 3 Episode 14 :: The Ho, Ho, Ho Job
Channel: TNT
Air Date: 12/Dec/10

Nathan (Timothy Hutton) gives in to the Christmas spirit by helping a Santa that was fired for alcoholism because he was framed by the owner. When they start digging deeper they discover that it is an elaborate credit card scheme being orchestrated by an old enemy, Colin Mason. Will Wheaton reprises his role as Colin Mason.

The Amazing Race - Season 17, Episode 12: Hi. I'm Sorry. I'm in a Race.

The Amazing Race - Season 17, Episode 12: Hi. I'm Sorry. I'm in a Race.
Channel: CBS
Air Date: 12 December 2010

Nat and Kat, Jill and Thomas & Brooke and Claire  race over California for the last leg of the race. Nat and Kat lead at onset of the race with Brooke and Claire right at their trail while Jill and Thomas struggle just to get to a place or person that has internet access. Nat and Kat use their notes to figure out the people who greeted them during pit stops while Brooke used her memory to breeze through the memory challenge but ultimately it was Nat and Kat's surgical precision that led them to victory as the first ever all-female team to win The Amazing Race.

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Better With You - Season 1, Episode 10: Better with Christmas Crap

Better With You - Season 1, Episode 10: Better with Christmas Crap
Channel: ABC
Air Date: 8 December 2010

It's Christmas time again and it is also the time that Mia (Joanna Garcia), Maddie (Jennifer Finnigan) and Ben (Josh Cooke) dread because they have to spend it at the Putney lake-house. Mia and Casey (Jake Lacy) device of an excuse to get out of the trip and that is to use Mia's pregnancy while Maddie makes up her own pieced together tall tale also to get out of the lake-house trip.

No Ordinary Family - Season 1, Episode 10: No Ordinary Sidekick

No Ordinary Family - Season 1, Episode 10: No Ordinary Sidekick
Channel: ABC
Air Date: 7 December 2010

While playing bowling with family and friends Jim (Michael Chiklis) responds to a distress call but George (Romany Malco) ends up being recognized as the hero. Getting a bit jealous with all the attention George is being given Jim tries to do crime work alone and ends up a accosting the wrong persons. Meanwhile, Stephanie (Julie Benz) is having sidekick problems of her own with Katie (Autumn Reeser) and JJ (Jimmy Bennett) is a bit overwhelmed when confronted by a very hot girl.

Criminal Minds - Season 6, Episode 10: What Happens at Home

Criminal Minds - Season 6, Episode 10: What Happens at Home
Channel: CBS
Air Date: 8 December 2010

The BAU receives a request for assistance from a gated community in New Mexico because a number of women has been found dead with the same m.o. Hotchner (Thomas Gibson) and Rossi (Joe Mantegna) approach an FBI cadet for help because of her very unique past. This is Rachel Nichols first appearance as Ashley Seaver which would be a recurring role in the series.

30 Rock - Season 5, Episode 10: Christmas Attack Zone

30 Rock - Season 5, Episode 10: Christmas Attack Zone
Channel: NBC
Air Date: 9 December 2010

Jack (Alec Baldwin) has to contend with Liz (Tina Fey) and Avery's (Elizabeth Banks) nagging about him keeping things from his mother while Tracy (Tracy Morgan) tries to project a new image of himself. Liz tries to help Jenna (Jane Krakowski) and Paul (Will Forte) get back together but it seems to be a very difficult thing to do. Jack tries to use his dad to get back with his mother but everything backfires in the end.