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What to Watch: November 21-22

Kim Potts — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:00:00 EST

'Curb Your Enthusiasm' (Sun., 9PM, HBO) season 7 finale We'll be sad to see Larry and his pals go, not only because there's no official word yet on an eighth season, but also because this season has been, arguably, the show's best. Larry let his ... Read more

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Interview With 'Project Runway' Season 6 Runners-Up Althea Harper and Carol Hannah Whitfield

Kim Potts — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:35:00 EST

One, Althea Harper, was accused by season 6 winner Irina Shabayeva of copying her looks. The other, Carol Hannah Whitfield, had to battle a wicked flu to complete her collection and compete in the Fashion Week finale. Both designers, the second and ... Read more

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What's Hot on Inside Movies: 'New Moon' Mania; Oscar Buzz for Carey Mulligan

Chris Jordan — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST

Make no mistake: Moviefone's Inside Movies loves 'The Twilight Saga: New Moon,' which opens this week. But Inside Movies likes a good laugh, too. Check out its take on the 'New Moon'-themed viral videos. There's everything from a Kristen Stewart ... Read more

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James Franco Debuts On 'General Hospital': What Went Down (LIVE BLOG)

Michael Maloney — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:25:00 EST

As we previously reported, James Franco made his big debut on 'General Hospital' this afternoon -- and we have the full scoop on what went down. We already know that the movie star's run on the ABC soap opera is going to be loaded with surprises. ... Read more

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Taylor Kitsch Leaving 'Friday Night Lights'?

Ron Mwangaguhunga — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:11:00 EST

Michael Auselio of EW.com is reporting that Taylor Kitsch will be benched for part of season 5 of 'Friday Night Lights.' Kitsch, who plays Tim Riggins in the Emmy-winning show, is starring in Disney's 'John Carter of Mars,' based on a story by ... Read more

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When Good Shows Go Bad (AKA the 'Heroes' Hall of Shame)

Gary Susman — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:00:00 EST

Recently, we were inspired by 'Parks and Recreation' to write a feature listing TV shows that overcame a rocky launch. Sadly, the reverse seems more common: shows that start strong but finish weak. Our latest inspiration is the ongoing death ... Read more

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8 Shows that Are Creepy in a Good Way

Jane Boursaw — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:36:00 EST

Some shows are creepy just because, well, they're icky to think about. Like 'The Girls Next Door' (twins sleeping with the same old guy!) or 'Hoarders' (the ultimate pack-rats!). Then there are shows that are frightening, but in a good way. Read on ... Read more

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Will Spielberg, King Be a New TV Dream Team?

Bryan Reesman — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:30:00 EST

The Master of the Macabre and Hollywood's Blockbuster King are collaborating again ... for the first time. As we reported earlier today, Stephen King and Steven Spielberg are joining forces to bring the horror master's brand new book 'Under the ... Read more

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50 Cent and Marv Albert Scuffle Backstage at 'Jimmy Kimmel Live'

Elizabeth Chan — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:07:00 EST

50 Cent proves that 'Before I Self Destruct' is both the title of his latest album and a self fulfilling prophecy. The LA Times is reporting that a scuffle had broken out backstage at last nights taping of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' between his entourage ... Read more

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Drama Queens Podcast: Just How Good Is 'The Good Wife'?

Inside TV Staff — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:05:00 EST

Kelly and Patricia marvel over 'The Good Wife,' one of the best new shows of the fall season -- and the only legal procedural, to boot. Plus, they look forward to the 'Top Chef' finale and lament some DVR dilemmas (damn you, Wednesdays at 9PM and ... Read more

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Holiday TV DVD Guide 2009

Kim Potts — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:30:00 EST

You know those people who are always saying there's nothing worth watching on TV? They clearly haven't taken a look at our TV-on-DVD holiday gift guide list, because 2009 has been packed with DVD releases of TV series and specials that would make ... Read more

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Leona Lewis Performs 'Happy' on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' (VIDEO)

Elizabeth Chan — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:08:00 EST

After citing illness as a reason why she should be forgiven for lip syncing on 'Dancing with the Stars,' Lewis needed to prove to us again why Simon Cowell made her a star. In her appearance yesterday on 'The Ellen Degeneres Show,' it seems like ... Read more

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StreetLevel's 'Dexter' Product Guide

Chris Jordan — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:42:00 EST

Looking for a special something to give the serial killer on the block this holiday season? StreetLevel has some macabre merriment based on the Showtime series 'Dexter,' which features a serial killer (Michael C. Hall) who works for the Miami ... Read more

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VH1 Renews 'Scream Queens'

Ron Mwangaguhunga — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:30:00 EST

VH1 has renewed the reality show 'Scream Queens' for a second season, Variety is reporting. This time, 10 potential queens will be competing in the horror film boot camp for a role in 'Saw VII 3D,' the next installment of the sanguinary, seemingly ... Read more

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Sam Shepard to Star in Epix Pilot 'Tough Trade'

Sharon Knolle — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:40:00 EST

If you're launching a multi-platform entertainment service, why not hire a multi-hyphenate talent? The fledgling, not-quite-network Epix has tapped actor-director-playwright Sam Shepard to star in its first drama series, 'Tough Trade.' Shepard, ... Read more

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Kimmel Pays Speidi a Backhanded Compliment on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' (VIDEO)

Donald Deane — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:25:00 EST

Jimmy Kimmel delivered a compliment of sorts to Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live,' playing to the popular notion that Speidi's fame might not be warranted. "The thing that really seems to upset people is, they say you're famous ... Read more

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The Show Girl Talks Slap Bets at 'HIMYM,' Romances at 'Better Off Ted' & More - VIDEO

Maggie Furlong — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:10:00 EST

You've got questions? I've got answers. I'm The Show Girl! Today, I've got scoop on the new season of one of the funniest, most underrated shows on TV: 'Better Off Ted.' Find out the fate of Veridian's star-crossed lovers Ted and Linda, why Phil ... Read more

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Larry King's 10-Year-Old Son to Host 'Kid Pitch'

Elizabeth Chan — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:00:00 EST

Chance King, 10-year-old son of talk-show titan Larry King, is living up to his family name. Access Hollywood has confirmed that lil' King will host Fox Sports Net's 'Kid Pitch.' The show will be directed by actor Tom Arnold, former co-host of the ... Read more

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Al Gore Goes Green on '30 Rock' (VIDEO)

Donald Deane — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:55:00 EST

In honor of NBC's Green Week, '30 Rock' featured, among other things, carbon footprint reduction, a guest appearance by former Vice President Al Gore, and ... urine in jars. In this clip, Gore shows just exactly how green his thumb is, as he ... Read more

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'Fringe' Season 2 Episode 8 'August' - Watch it Now (Video)

Elizabeth Chan — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:50:00 EST

Last night the 'Fringe' season 2 episode 2 'August,' a rogue observer crossed the line when he mysteriously abducted a young lady off the street. The other observers were confused by his action and called the Fringe team to correct the situation. ... Read more

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