Please note the following :

 

•·        The Series Premiere of "Reaper" will air on Tuesday, September 25 (9:00-10:00pm). 

•·        In the Season Premiere of "Smallville," on Thursday, September 27 (8:00-9:00pm), Supergirl arrives in town.  

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

"EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" - (8:00-8:30 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates Math" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

LORETTA DEVINE ("WAITING TO EXHALE") REPRISES HER ROLE AS ROCHELLE'S (TICHINA ARNOLD) MOTHER „Ÿ With Chris' (Tyler James Williams) entire class counting on him to master algebra in time for a math competition, Rochelle (Tichina Arnold) takes it upon herself to tutor Chris.  Unfortunately, Rochelle's teaching style doesn't do the trick, so Chris is forced to secretly meet with Rochelle's mother, Maxine (Loretta Devine), a former algebra teacher.  Meanwhile, when Drew (Tequan Richmond) accidentally breaks Julius' (Terry Crews) favorite chair, Tonya (Imani Hakim) takes the fall for him, but it turns out the good deed comes with a hefty price tag attached.  Vincent Martella also stars.  The episode directed by Ken Whittingham was written by Devon Shepard.  (#043)

 

"EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" - (8:30-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates the Last Day" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

KELSEY GRAMMER ("FRASIER") DIRECTS THE SEASON FINALE „Ÿ With the end of the school year fast approaching, Chris (Tyler James Williams) decides to exact revenge on Caruso (Travis Flory) to pay him back for making Chris' life miserable for the past two years.  Julius (Terry Crews) insists on fixing Mr. Omar's clogged sink himself rather than calling an expensive plumber, but he only ends up making the situation worse and is reported to the housing authority as a result.  Drew (Tequan Richmond) can't resist wearing his cap and gown around the house and out to play, despite Rochelle's (Tichina Arnold) strict orders not to wear it before graduation.  Vincent Martella also stars.  The episode directed by Kelsey Grammer was written by Rodney Barnes.  (#044)

 

"GIRLFRIENDS" - (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET)

"...It"s Been Determined" (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)

SECOND PART OF ONE HOUR FINALE - When Brock (guest star Malik Yoba) tells Joan (Tracee Ellis Ross) he made a mistake by letting her go he announces his intention to now marry her.  Later, Joan decides to go away to Catalina for the weekend with Brock, forcing Maya (Golden Brooks) and Lynn (Persia White) to step in and reason with Joan.  Reggie Hayes, Keesha Sharp and Khalil Kain also star.  Salim Akil directed the episode written by Mara Brock Akil (#40338-159).

 

"THE GAME" - (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET)

"When The Chickens Come Home To Roost Part 2" (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)

DECISIONS, DECISIONS - Melanie (Tia Mowry) and Derwin (Pooch Hall) have a heated argument about their impending engagement status.  Meanwhile, Malik (Hosea Chanchez), still conflicted about his relationship with a overweight woman, asks Tasha (Wendy Raquel Robinson) for advice.  Kelly (Brittany Daniel) helps Tasha get new clients by using an unusual sales technique.  Coby Bell also stars.  Salim Akil directed the episode written by Mara Brock Akil & Salim Akil (#40596-022).

 

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

 

"BEAUTY AND THE GEEK" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Opposites Attract" (CONTENT RATING TBD)

OSCAR-WINNING GROUP 3/6 MAFIA GUEST STAR -. The male Beauty and the female Geek, the biggest twist in the history of BEAUTY & THE GEEK, move into the mansion and shake things up. As everyone is apprehensive about this new addition, the Geeks and Beauties prepare for their first challenge. The Geeks must write and perform an autobiographical rap song in front of Oscar winners 3/6 Mafia, while the Beauties must learn the language of politics and debate each other on current events. The winners of the challenges are safe and in the first elimination ceremony a couple is sent home (#401/403).

 

SERIES PREMIERE

"REAPER" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Pilot" (TV-PG, DLV) (HDTV)

KEVIN SMITH ("CLERKS") DIRECTS THIS SUPERNATURAL COMEDY ABOUT A SLACKER WHOSE PARENTS SOLD HIS SOUL TO THE DEVIL - On his twenty-first birthday, Sam Oliver (Bret Harrison, "The Loop," "Grounded For Life") discovers his parents sold his soul to the devil (Ray Wise, "24," "Twin Peaks") before he was born, and he must now serve as the devil's personal bounty hunter, catching escaped souls and sending them back to Hell.  A freaked-out Sam turns to his friends Sock (Tyler Labine, "Invasion") and Ben (Rick Gonzalez, "Illegal Tender," "Coach Carter") for help and the three slackers, whose previous excitement consisted of long nights at their job at The Work Bench, decide to embrace this new destiny and set off in pursuit of their first escaped soul, an arsonist who has returned in the form of a fireman.  In between fighting the demon, Sam contemplates asking his co-worker and longtime friend Andi (Missy Peregrym, "Heroes") on a date.  Valarie Rae Miller, Donavan Stinson and Andrew Airlie also star.  Kevin Smith directed the pilot written by executive producers Tara Butters and Michele Fazekas (#101).

 

 

 

 

 

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

  

"AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

  "THE MODELS GO GREEN" (CONTENT RATING TBD)

  

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY - Jay Manuel meets the models and introduces them to their new "green" form of transportation.  The models move into their environmentally friendly Los Angeles mansion and get a lesson of style from J.Alexander.  Two girls start an early feud that erupts, and one model has a hard time relating to the others.  Later, the models participate in a style challenge and perform a photo shoot of the negative effects of smoking. The judges send one model home. Special guest photographer Mike Rosenthal (#902).

 

  

 

 

 

"GOSSIP GIRL" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"The Wild Brunch" (CONTENT RATING TBD) (HDTV)

 

THERE'S NOTHING GOSSIP GIRL LIKES MORE THAN A GOOD CAT FIGHT - In the wake of the scandalous Kiss on the Lips party, Serena (Blake Lively) receives an icy cold reception from her best friend Blair (Leighton Meester), who reveals that she knows Serena slept with her boyfriend, Nate (Chace Crawford), before mysteriously running off to boarding school.  As if it couldn't get any chillier, Serena decides to take Dan (Penn Badgley) to arch-enemy Chuck's (Ed Westwick) fundraiser brunch at The Palace, and Jenny (Taylor Momsen) seeks advice from Blair, who realizes she may have something to gain by allowing Jenny into her inner circle.  Kelly Rutherford and Matthew Settle also star.  Mark Piznarski directed the episode written by executive producers Josh Schwartz & Stephanie Savage (#101).

 

 

 

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

 

SEASON PREMIERE

  

"SMALLVILLE" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Bizarro" (CONTENT RATING TBD) (HDTV)

 

CLARK FACES BIZARRO, HIS TOUGHEST ENEMY YET AND SUPERGIRL COMES TO SMALLVILLE - Clark (Tom Welling) confronts Bizarro, the last wraith from the Phantom Zone, and the ensuing fight causes the dam to break and a torrent of water rushes towards the land.  Lex (Michael Rosenbaum), having just been arrested for Lana's (Kristin Kreuk) murder, is submerged under water in a patrol car, but is saved by a mysterious young woman.  Lois (Erica Durance) manages to pull Chloe (Allison Mack) to safety but her cousin is pronounced dead at the hospital.  The same woman who saved Lex reappears at the Kent farm and is revealed to be Kara Kent (Laura Vandervoort) A.K.A. Supergirl, Clark's cousin from Krypton.  Aaron Ashmore and John Glover also star.  Michael Rohl directed the pilot written by Brian Peterson & Kelly Souders (#3T6301).

 

  

 

 

 

ENCORE OF SERIES PREMIERE

 

"REAPER" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Pilot" (TV-PG, DLV) (HDTV)

 

KEVIN SMITH ("CLERKS") DIRECTS THIS SUPERNATURAL COMEDY ABOUT A SLACKER WHOSE PARENTS SOLD HIS SOUL TO THE DEVIL - On his twenty-first birthday, Sam Oliver (Bret Harrison, "The Loop," "Grounded For Life") discovers his parents sold his soul to the devil (Ray Wise, "24," "Twin Peaks") before he was born, and he must now serve as the devil's personal bounty hunter, catching escaped souls and sending them back to Hell.  A freaked-out Sam turns to his friends Sock (Tyler Labine, "Invasion") and Ben (Rick Gonzalez, "Illegal Tender," "Coach Carter") for help and the three slackers, whose previous excitement consisted of long nights at their job at The Work Bench, decide to embrace this new destiny and set off in pursuit of their first escaped soul, an arsonist who has returned in the form of a fireman.  In between fighting the demon, Sam contemplates asking his co-worker and longtime friend Andi (Missy Peregrym, "Heroes") on a date.  Valarie Rae Miller, Donavan Stinson and Andrew Airlie also star.  Kevin Smith directed the pilot written by executive producers Tara Butters and Michele Fazekas (#101).

 

 

 

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

  

"FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN" - (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

(TV-PG, DLV)

 

Program information TBD

 

 

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

 

"THE GAME" - (5:00-5:30 p.m. ET)

"When The Chickens Come Home To Roost Part 2" (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)

  

DECISIONS, DECISIONS - Melanie (Tia Mowry) and Derwin (Pooch Hall) have a heated argument about their impending engagement status.  Meanwhile, Malik (Hosea Chanchez), still conflicted about his relationship with a overweight woman, asks Tasha (Wendy Raquel Robinson) for advice.  Kelly (Brittany Daniel) helps Tasha get new clients by using an unusual sales technique.  Coby Bell also stars.  Salim Akil directed the episode written by Mara Brock Akil & Salim Akil (#40596-022).

  

 

 

  

"GIRLFRIENDS" - (5:30-6:00 p.m. ET)

"...It"s Been Determined" (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)

 

SECOND PART OF ONE HOUR FINALE - When Brock (guest star Malik Yoba) tells Joan (Tracee Ellis Ross) he made a mistake by letting her go he announces his intention to now marry her.  Later, Joan decides to go away to Catalina for the weekend with Brock, forcing Maya (Golden Brooks) and Lynn (Persia White) to step in and reason with Joan.  Reggie Hayes, Keesha Sharp and Khalil Kain also star.  Salim Akil directed the episode written by Mara Brock Akil (#40338-159).

  

 

 

"EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" - (6:00-6:30 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates Math" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

  

LORETTA DEVINE ("WAITING TO EXHALE") REPRISES HER ROLE AS ROCHELLE'S (TICHINA ARNOLD) MOTHER „Ÿ With Chris' (Tyler James Williams) entire class counting on him to master algebra in time for a math competition, Rochelle (Tichina Arnold) takes it upon herself to tutor Chris.  Unfortunately, Rochelle's teaching style doesn't do the trick, so Chris is forced to secretly meet with Rochelle's mother, Maxine (Loretta Devine), a former algebra teacher.  Meanwhile, when Drew (Tequan Richmond) accidentally breaks Julius' (Terry Crews) favorite chair, Tonya (Imani Hakim) takes the fall for him, but it turns out the good deed comes with a hefty price tag attached.  Vincent Martella also stars.  The episode directed by Ken Whittingham was written by Devon Shepard.  (#043)

.

 

  

  

"EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" - (6:30-7:00 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates the Last Day" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

  

KELSEY GRAMMER ("FRASIER") DIRECTS THE SEASON FINALE „Ÿ With the end of the school year fast approaching, Chris (Tyler James Williams) decides to exact revenge on Caruso (Travis Flory) to pay him back for making Chris' life miserable for the past two years.  Julius (Terry Crews) insists on fixing Mr. Omar's clogged sink himself rather than calling an expensive plumber, but he only ends up making the situation worse and is reported to the housing authority as a result.  Drew (Tequan Richmond) can't resist wearing his cap and gown around the house and out to play, despite Rochelle's (Tichina Arnold) strict orders not to wear it before graduation.  Vincent Martella also stars.  The episode directed by Kelsey Grammer was written by Rodney Barnes.  (#044)

 

 

  

  

 "CW NOW" - (7:00-7:30 p.m. ET)

"102" (CONTENT RATING TBD)

 

SEE WHAT'S HIP, HOT AND HAPPENING - More than just a weekly magazine show, CW NOW, hosted by Tanika Ray ("Extra"), scours the globe and goes straight to the tastemakers, trendsetters and celebrities to find the next big thing in fashion, beauty, music, hot spots, gaming, gadgets, jobs and the internet. 

           

 

 

  

  

"ONLINE NATION" - (7:30-8:00 p.m. ET)

"Title TBD" (Content Rating TBD)

THE HOTTEST INTERNET HITS COME TO TV - Young adults have taken their quest for fame into their own hands as the amount of user-generated entertainment continues to explode across the Internet.  Now The CW is giving them a nationally televised stage to show off what they've got.  "Online Nation" scours the nearly infinite number of websites, blogs and user-generated materials on the Internet to find the best, the hottest, the funniest and sometimes the flat-out bizarre.

 

  

  

"GOSSIP GIRL" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"The Wild Brunch" (CONTENT RATING TBD) (HDTV)

 

THERE'S NOTHING GOSSIP GIRL LIKES MORE THAN A GOOD CAT FIGHT - In the wake of the scandalous Kiss on the Lips party, Serena (Blake Lively) receives an icy cold reception from her best friend Blair (Leighton Meester), who reveals that she knows Serena slept with her boyfriend, Nate (Chace Crawford), before mysteriously running off to boarding school.  As if it couldn't get any chillier, Serena decides to take Dan (Penn Badgley) to arch-enemy Chuck's (Ed Westwick) fundraiser brunch at The Palace, and Jenny (Taylor Momsen) seeks advice from Blair, who realizes she may have something to gain by allowing Jenny into her inner circle.  Kelly Rutherford and Matthew Settle also star.  Mark Piznarski directed the episode written by executive producers Josh Schwartz & Stephanie Savage (#101).

 

 

 

 

  

"AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

  "THE MODELS GO GREEN" (TV-14, L)

  

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY - Jay Manuel meets the models and introduces them to their new "green" form of transportation.  The models move into their environmentally friendly Los Angeles mansion and get a lesson of style from J.Alexander.  Two girls start an early feud that erupts, and one model has a hard time relating to the others.  Later, the models participate in a style challenge and perform a photo shoot of the negative effects of smoking. The judges send one model home. Special guest photographer Mike Rosenthal (#902).

  

 

Please note the following :

 

•·        The Season Premiere of "Beauty and the Geek" will air on Tuesday, September 18 (8:00-9:00pm).

•·        The Season Premiere of "America's Next Top Model" will air on Wednesday, September 19 (8:00-9:00pm).

•·        The Series Premiere of "Gossip Girl" will air on Wednesday, September 19 (9:00-10:00pm).

•·        The Series Premiere of "CW Now" will air on Sunday, September 23 (7:00-7:30pm).

•·        The Series Premier of "Online Nation" will air on Sunday, September 23 (7:30-8:00pm).

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

"EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" - (8:00-8:30 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates Gambling" (TV-PG, D) (HDTV)

JASON ALEXANDER ("SEINFELD") DIRECTS AND VINCENT PASTORE ("THE SOPRANOS") GUEST STARS ?? Chris (Tyler James Williams) becomes Bed-Stuy's favorite odds-maker after Doc (Antonio Fargas) discovers he has a natural talent for predicting a game's outcome.  However, Chris' lucky streak comes to a crashing halt when a bookie, Paulie (Vincent Pastore), shows up at Chris' front door.  Meanwhile, Tonya (Imani Hakim) decides it's about time she beat Drew (Tequan Richmond) at checkers, and Julius (Terry Crews) goes behind Rochelle's (Tichina Arnold) back and places a bet on the upcoming basketball game, not realizing it's his son - Chrissy the Black - calling the shots.  Vincent Martella also stars.  The episode directed by Jason Alexander was written by Aeysha Carr.  (#041)

 

"EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" - (8:30-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates Dirty Jokes" (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)

CHRIS GETS IN TROUBLE FOR TELLING DIRTY JOKES ?? After secretly listening to his parents' comedy albums, Chris (Tyler James Williams) tries out some dirty jokes on his classmates and discovers that making people laugh is the key to popularity, but his teacher has a different take on the situation.  Rochelle (Tichina Arnold) decides the best way to get her mother, Maxine (guest star Loretta Devine), out of her business is to find her a man, and Drew (Tequan Richmond) begins getting unwanted attention from a girl in the neighborhood.  Terry Crews, Imani Hakim and Vincent Martella also star.  The episode directed by Keith Truesdell was written by Matthew Claybrooks.  (#042)

 

"GIRLFRIENDS" - (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET)

"To Be Determined..." (TV-14, D) (HDTV)

FIRST PART OF ONE-HOUR FINALE - Joan (Tracee Ellis Ross) unexpectedly proposes to Aaron (guest star Richard T. Jones), but when he stumbles on his response Joan decides the relationship is over and walks away.  Later, Joan runs into her old boyfriend Brock (guest star Malik Yoba).  Meanwhile Maya (Golden Brooks) and Darnell (Khalil Kain) find their dream house, but when Kenny offers to sell Darnell the garage, Darnell must decide which one they should purchase.  Reggie Hayes and Keesha Sharp also star.  Salim Akil directed the episode written by Regina Y. Hicks (#40338-158).

 

"THE GAME" - (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET)

"When The Chickens Come Home To Roost Part 1" (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)

DECISIONS, DECISIONS - During ESPY week in Los Angeles, Derwin (Pooch Hall) gets an unexpected endorsement deal and is left to celebrate with Drew Sidora (guest starring as herself), while Melanie (Tia Mowry) is busy studying in San Diego.  Malik (Hosea Chanchez) runs into Renee (guest star Kendra C. Johnson), an old flame, but when things heat up and she wants to spend time with him in public, he gets cold feet because she is overweight.  Meanwhile, Jason (Coby Bell) gets a reality check when he is asked to speak on camera and conduct special interviews for ESPN.  Salim Akil directed the episode written by Mara Brock Akil & Salim Akil (#40596-021).

 

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

SEASON PREMIERE

"BEAUTY AND THE GEEK" - (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"401/402" (CONTENT RATING TBD )

THE BEAUTIES AND GEEKS ARE BACK...WITH A TWIST! - To kick-off the two-hour premiere, last season's favorites Nate and Jennylee, along with host Mike Richards, embark on a nationwide casting search for the newest crop of beauties and geeks.  The final twenty contestants expect business as usual - gorgeous but academically impaired women pairing with brilliant but socially challenged men to test intellect and social skills for a chance to win the $250,000 grand prize.  However, on their first day in the mansion, they learn that they'll have to compete against one pair that's the opposite - a hot guy and a geeky girl - which immediately throws the rest of the house into turmoil.  A backyard barbecue gets spicy when the beauties and geeks select their partner in a unique way (#401/402). 

 

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

SEASON PREMIERE

"AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"The Girls Go Cruisin' " (TV-PG, DL)

AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL SAILS THE HIGH SEAS -Thirty-three aspiring models board a Caribbean cruise ship and are immediately greeted by their cruise director, J. Alexander. Tyra surprises the girls with a lounge singing performance, and the competition gets tough as strong personalities rise and the catfights begin. One model gets sick and one model is hated by the rest of the group. Meanwhile, the models must participate in a life jacket runway walk and a beach photo shoot. Later, Tyra, Jay Manuel and J. Alexander deliberate and Tyra names the 13 finalists.  Special guests include cycle 8 winner Jaslene. (#901).

 

SERIES PREMIERE

 

"GOSSIP GIRL" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Pilot" (TV-14, DLS) (HDTV)

JOSH SCHWARTZ ("THE O.C.") BRINGS HIS LATEST TEEN DRAMA, "GOSSIP GIRL," TO THE CW - Filmed entirely in New York and based on the popular series of young-adult novels by Cecily von Ziegesar, "Gossip Girl" revolves around the privileged prep school teens on Manhattan's Upper East Side and the anonymous blogger, Gossip Girl, who provides them with the latest gossip about their exclusive circle.  In the series opener, Gossip Girl is busy spreading the news that "it girl" Serena van der Woodsen (Blake Lively) has returned to Manhattan after a mysterious and self-imposed exile to boarding school.  Serena's best friend, Blair Waldorf (Leighton Meester), has conflicted feelings about her friend's return since she has enjoyed being the Queen Bee during Serena's absence and might not be ready to relinquish her new position on the social ladder, not to mention the fact that she has always suspected there may be unspoken feelings between Serena and her longtime boyfriend, Nate (Chace Crawford).  Penn Badgley, Taylor Momsen, Ed Westwick, Kelly Rutherford and Matthew Settle also star.  Mark Piznarski directed the pilot written by executive producers Josh Schwartz & Stephanie Savage (#100).

 

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

ENCORE OF SEASON PREMIERE

"BEAUTY AND THE GEEK" - (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"401/402" (CONTENT RATING TBD )

THE BEAUTIES AND GEEKS ARE BACK...WITH A TWIST! - To kick-off the two-hour premiere, last season's favorites Nate and Jennylee, along with host Mike Richards, embark on a nationwide casting search for the newest crop of beauties and geeks.  The final twenty contestants expect business as usual - gorgeous but academically impaired women pairing with brilliant but socially challenged men to test intellect and social skills for a chance to win the $250,000 grand prize.  However, on their first day in the mansion, they learn that they'll have to compete against one pair that's the opposite - a hot guy and a geeky girl - which immediately throws the rest of the house into turmoil.  A backyard barbecue gets spicy when the beauties and geeks select their partner in a unique way (#401/402). 

 

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

"FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN" - (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

(TV-PG, DLV)

Program information TBD

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

"THE GAME" - (5:00-5:30 p.m. ET)

"When The Chickens Come Home To Roost Part 1" (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)

DECISIONS, DECISIONS - During ESPY week in Los Angeles, Derwin (Pooch Hall) gets an unexpected endorsement deal and is left to celebrate with Drew Sidora (guest starring as herself), while Melanie (Tia Mowry) is busy studying in San Diego.  Malik (Hosea Chanchez) runs into Renee (guest star Kendra C. Johnson), an old flame, but when things heat up and she wants to spend time with him in public, he gets cold feet because she is overweight.  Meanwhile, Jason (Coby Bell) gets a reality check when he is asked to speak on camera and conduct special interviews for ESPN.  Salim Akil directed the episode written by Mara Brock Akil & Salim Akil (#40596-021).

 

"GIRLFRIENDS" - (5:30-6:00 p.m. ET)

"To Be Determined..." (TV-14, D) (HDTV)

FIRST PART OF ONE-HOUR FINALE - Joan (Tracee Ellis Ross) unexpectedly proposes to Aaron (guest star Richard T. Jones), but when he stumbles on his response Joan decides the relationship is over and walks away.  Later, Joan runs into her old boyfriend Brock (guest star Malik Yoba).  Meanwhile Maya (Golden Brooks) and Darnell (Khalil Kain) find their dream house, but when Kenny offers to sell Darnell the garage, Darnell must decide which one they should purchase.  Reggie Hayes and Keesha Sharp also star.  Salim Akil directed the episode written by Regina Y. Hicks (#40338-158).

 

"EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" - (6:00-6:30 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates Gambling" (TV-PG, D) (HDTV)

JASON ALEXANDER ("SEINFELD") DIRECTS AND VINCENT PASTORE ("THE SOPRANOS") GUEST STARS ?? Chris (Tyler James Williams) becomes Bed-Stuy's favorite odds-maker after Doc (Antonio Fargas) discovers he has a natural talent for predicting a game's outcome.  However, Chris' lucky streak comes to a crashing halt when a bookie, Paulie (Vincent Pastore), shows up at Chris' front door.  Meanwhile, Tonya (Imani Hakim) decides it's about time she beat Drew (Tequan Richmond) at checkers, and Julius (Terry Crews) goes behind Rochelle's (Tichina Arnold) back and places a bet on the upcoming basketball game, not realizing it's his son - Chrissy the Black - calling the shots.  Vincent Martella also stars.  The episode directed by Jason Alexander was written by Aeysha Carr.  (#041)

 

"EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" - (6:30-7:00 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates Dirty Jokes" (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)

CHRIS GETS IN TROUBLE FOR TELLING DIRTY JOKES ?? After secretly listening to his parents' comedy albums, Chris (Tyler James Williams) tries out some dirty jokes on his classmates and discovers that making people laugh is the key to popularity, but his teacher has a different take on the situation.  Rochelle (Tichina Arnold) decides the best way to get her mother, Maxine (guest star Loretta Devine), out of her business is to find her a man, and Drew (Tequan Richmond) begins getting unwanted attention from a girl in the neighborhood.  Terry Crews, Imani Hakim and Vincent Martella also star.  The episode directed by Keith Truesdell was written by Matthew Claybrooks.  (#042)

 

SERIES PREMIERE

"CW NOW" - (7:00-7:30 p.m. ET)

"Series Premiere" (CONTENT RATING TBD)

A NEW SERIES ABOUT EVERYTHING THAT'S HIP, HOT AND HAPPENING - More than just a weekly magazine show, CW NOW, hosted by Tanika Ray ("Extra"), scours the globe and goes straight to the tastemakers, trendsetters and celebrities to find the next big thing in fashion, beauty, music, hot spots, gaming, gadgets, jobs and the internet.  Segments featured in this week's episode include "Pay 4 Play," on the hunt to find the coolest jobs and places to work, correspondent J. Boogie drops by Clif Bar, where having fun on the job is a requirement; "G&G: Games & Gadgets," hanging with the stars awaiting the release of Halo 3 as our hosts and test it out; and "Mirror Mirror," featuring the Yumo Gold Facial, designed to give skin a golden glow by applying sheets of real 24 karat gold to the face.

 

SERIES PREMIERE

"ONLINE NATION" - (7:30-8:00 p.m. ET)

"BREAKING NEWS: BRITNEY'S HAVING A

BREAKDOWN...AGAIN" (CONTENT RATING TBD )

SERIES PREMIERE - Young adults have taken their quest for fame into their own hands as the amount of user-generated entertainment continues to explode across the Internet.  Now The CW is giving them a nationally televised stage to show off what they've got.  "Online Nation" scours the nearly infinite number of websites, blogs and user-generated materials on the Internet to find the best, the hottest, the funniest and sometimes the flat-out bizarre. One of the featured clips will be: "Britney's Having A Breakdown an animated look into what outrageous attention-getting stunt pop icon Britney Spears will do next.(   )

 

ENCORE OF SERIES PREMIERE

"GOSSIP GIRL" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Pilot" (TV-14, DLS ) (HDTV)

JOSH SCHWARTZ ("THE O.C.") BRINGS HIS LATEST TEEN DRAMA, "GOSSIP GIRL," TO THE CW - Filmed entirely in New York and based on the popular series of young-adult novels by Cecily von Ziegesar, "Gossip Girl" revolves around the privileged prep school teens on Manhattan's Upper East Side and the anonymous blogger, Gossip Girl, who provides them with the latest gossip about their exclusive circle.  In the series opener, Gossip Girl is busy spreading the news that "it girl" Serena van der Woodsen (Blake Lively) has returned to Manhattan after a mysterious and self-imposed exile to boarding school.  Serena's best friend, Blair Waldorf (Leighton Meester), has conflicted feelings about her friend's return since she has enjoyed being the Queen Bee during Serena's absence and might not be ready to relinquish her new position on the social ladder, not to mention the fact that she has always suspected there may be unspoken feelings between Serena and her longtime boyfriend, Nate (Chace Crawford).  Penn Badgley, Taylor Momsen, Ed Westwick, Kelly Rutherford and Matthew Settle also star.  Mark Piznarski directed the pilot written by executive producers Josh Schwartz & Stephanie Savage (#100).

 

ENCORE OF SEASON PREMIERE

"AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"The Girls Go Cruisin' " (TV-PG, DL)

AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL SAILS THE HIGH SEAS -Thirty-three aspiring models board a Caribbean cruise ship and are immediately greeted by their cruise director, J. Alexander. Tyra surprises the girls with a lounge singing performance, and the competition gets tough as strong personalities rise and the catfights begin. One model gets sick and one model is hated by the rest of the group. Meanwhile, the models must participate in a life jacket runway walk and a beach photo shoot. Later, Tyra, Jay Manuel and J. Alexander deliberate and Tyra names the 13 finalists.  Special guests include cycle 8 winner Jaslene. (#901).

THE CW's HIT SOCIAL EXPERIMENT BREAKS THE MOLD BY INTRODUCING A GEEKY GIRL AND HUNKY GUY ON THE FOURTH SEASON PREMIERE  

(Burbank, CA) August 27, 2007 - From the producing team of Ashton Kutcher and Jason Goldberg ("Punk'd"), The CW's hit reality show "Beauty and the Geek" returns with an outrageously fun fourth season, where the new contestants are thrown a curveball that is as shocking as it is hilarious.  The two-hour premiere kicks off the network's fall season on Tuesday, September 18 (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET).

The contestants had expected business as usual - gorgeous but academically impaired women paired with brilliant but socially challenged men to test intellect and social skills for a chance to win the $250,000 grand prize.  But in their first days, they learn they have to compete against one pair that's the complete opposite - a hot guy and a geeky girl - which immediately throws the rest of the house into turmoil. 

Among the new challenges, the geeks will perform an autobiographical rap in a nightclub and participate in the ultimate social test: the competition for Prom King.  The beauties will delve into today's hot topics for the first-ever American Beauty Debate and go back to basics when they find themselves serving as a substitute teacher for a third-grade class.  Each of the previous seasons resulted in an unlikely romantic connection between a beauty and a geek.  But what happens when one hot guy and one geeky girl get in on the action?

Meet the Geeks:

Name: David

Hometown: Paramus, New Jersey; currently resides in Somerville, Massachusetts

Age: 28

Occupation: Fire Department Administrator

Name: Jesse

Hometown: Cincinnati, Ohio

Age: 26

Occupation: Software Engineer

Name: John

Hometown: Frederick, Maryland

Age: 22

Occupation: Student working on Master's Thesis/Analog Circuit Designer

Name: Josh

Hometown: Oakland, California           

Age: 21

Occupation: Mechanical Engineering Student at UC Berkeley

Name: Joshua

Hometown: Phoenix, Arizona; currently in Princeton, New Jersey

Age: 26

Occupation: Student. Upon completion of writing a paper on Type 2 Quasars, will receive master's degree

Name: Luke

Hometown: Cincinnati, Ohio; currently resides in Columbus, Ohio

Age: 23

Occupation: Student

Name: Nicole

Hometown: San Francisco, California

Age: 25

Occupation: Graduate Student at Tufts University, studying Musicology.  Completed undergrad studies at Caltech and USC

Name: Tony

Hometown: Fort Smith, Arkansas; currently resides in Kirksville, Missouri

Age: 26

Occupation: Medical Student

Name: Will

Hometown: Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina

Age: 25

Occupation: Server

Name: William

Hometown: Haworth, New Jersey; currently resides in Alexandria, Virginia

Age: 23

Occupation: Software Engineer

Meet the Beauties:

Name: Amanda

Hometown: Warren, Ohio

Age: 25

Occupation: Model

Name: Erin

Hometown: Carol Stream, Illinois

Age: 22

Occupation: Hair Stylist

Name: Hollie

Hometown: Providence, Rhode Island; currently resides in Orlando, Florida

Age: 26

Occupation: Theme Park Performer

Name: Jasmine

Hometown: Norwich, Connecticut, currently resides in Columbus, Ohio

Age: 22

Occupation: Nanny

Name: Jennifer

Hometown: Ontario, Canada; currently resides in Boston, Massachusetts

Age: 26

Occupation: Waitress and model

Name: Katie

Hometown: Davenport, Iowa; currently Schaumburg, Illinois

Age: 25

Occupation: Retail Store Manager

Name: Natalie

Hometown: Raleigh, North Carolina

Age: 22
 

Occupation: Waitress and Promotional Model for Hooters

Name: Rebecca

Hometown: Crown Point, Indiana

Age: 24

Occupation: Student

Name: Sam

Hometown: Davis, California

Age: 26

Occupation: Party Promoter

Name: Shalandra

Hometown: Little Rock, Arkansas

Age: 26

Occupation: Bar Tender

"Beauty and the Geek" is from fox21 and is produced by Katalyst Films and 3 Ball Productions with executive producers Ashton Kutcher & Jason Goldberg ("Guess Who," "Punk'd"), Nick Santora ("Prison Break," "The Sopranos"), J.D. Roth ("The Biggest Loser," "For Love or Money") and Todd A. Nelson ("The Biggest Loser," "For Love or Money").

No. 1 Saturday Morning Kids Broadcast Network Welcomes "Eon Kid," "Magi-Nation," "Will & Dewitt" and "Skunk Fu!"; "The Batman," "Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get A Clue!" "Legion of Super Heroes," "Tom and Jerry Tales," "Johnny Test" Back with New Episodes

BURBANK, CA (AUGUST 27, 2007) - Kids' WB! on the CW premieres four new series on September 22 when the No. 1 rated Saturday morning kids broadcast network officially begins its 2007 season, it was announced today by Kids' WB! Senior Vice President and General Manager Betsy McGowen.

"Eon Kid," "Magi-Nation," "Will & Dewitt" and "Skunk Fu!" make their American network debuts on Kids' WB!, joining returning favorites "The Batman," "Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get A Clue!" "Legion of Super Heroes," "Tom and Jerry Tales" and "Johnny Test." All nine series premiere new episodes on Saturday, September 22.

"From action and adventure to comedy and self-discovery, and animation styles running the gamut from traditional 2D to computer-generated and flash-anime, the new Kids' WB! lineup truly offers entertainment for everyone," McGowen said.

The new Kids' WB! on the CW lineup will air as follows in both ET/PT:

7:00 AM      Will & Dewitt                                                          TV-Y  (E/I)
7:30 AM      Magi-Nation                                                            TV-Y  (E/I)
8:00 AM      Tom and Jerry Tales                                                                TV-Y
8:30 AM      Tom and Jerry Tales                                                                 TV-Y
9:00 AM      Skunk Fu!                                                                TV-Y7
9:30 AM      Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get A Clue!                      TV-Y7
10:00 AM    Eon Kid                         TV-Y7 FV
10:30 AM    Johnny Test                                                             TV-Y7
11:00 AM    Legion of Super Heroes                                                               TV-Y7 FV
11:30 AM    The Batman                                                             TV-Y7 FV

The lineup, with individual series synopses:

Will & Dewitt (7:00 a.m.)

A series steeped in self-discovery and personal accomplishment, "Will & Dewitt" proves that sometimes the smallest victories are the greatest. Will is an everyday little kid with an endless thirst for big kid adventure. But he needs direction. Enter Dewitt, his talking frog and personal "life coach." Dewitt's a frog and then some - a green ball of shape-shifting optimism to guide Will toward his destiny of discovering that all things are possible. Where there's Will, Dewitt is the way. "Will & Dewitt" is produced by Cookie Jar Entertainment. The series is rated TV-Y (E/I).

  Magi-Nation (7:30 a.m.)

"Magi-Nation" follows the adventures of teenager Tony Jones, whose world is forever changed when he is mystically transported into a beautiful world far beyond imagination that was created a millennium ago by a powerful race known as the Magi. Here Tony meets Edyn and Strag, two young Magi heroes in training, who help him discover his vast new magical environment. However, all is not perfect in Tony's new world as the Moonlands of Magi-Nation are threatened by the evil Shadow Magi. It's up to this young trio and their vast collection of Dream Creatures to thwart the evildoers' plans and protect their world. The series is rated TV-Y (E/I).

A multi-platform entertainment brand, kids enter the fantastic world of "Magi-Nation" via the 2D animated television series. From there, fans can experience the continuing action of the three young Magi heroes via the Internet (http://www.kidswb.com/) as they navigate their way through environmental obstacles and confront the constant challenges and creatures that threaten the vitality of the 12 precious Moonlands of Magi-Nation. "Magi-Nation" is produced by Cookie Jar Entertainment and Daewon Media (Korea). 

Tom and Jerry Tales (8:00 & 8:30 a.m.)

"Tom and Jerry Tales" resumes its eternal cat-and-mouse antics in one of the top-rated Saturday morning kids broadcast series of the 2006-2007 season. Departing the traditional home environment, Tom and Jerry travel the globe in search of all-new mischief, pummeling each other with their ongoing slapstick gags in new geographic locales and culturally diverse settings. The new season brings the pair to fresh destinations - from the exotic lands of Southeast Asia, Africa and Australia to the fantastical worlds of magic, mysticism, monsters and super heroes. Along the way, they'll play tennis and hockey, encounter fictional characters like Dracula and Frankenstein, become super heroes with escalating dueling powers, and give a helping hand to history - joining the Wright Brothers in their attempts to fly, and finding themselves in the midst of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Combining a faintly modern spin with a nod to the retro, this cat and mouse comedy team scrambles, slides and slams onto the screen, creating over-the-top, laugh-out-loud mayhem and memories. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation. The series is rated TV-Y.

  

Skunk Fu! (9:00 a.m.)

Already scoring big in the UK and Australia, "Skunk Fu!" is the hilarious tale of Skunk, a rambunctious martial arts student under the tutelage of wise old Panda. The goal of Skunk's training is to become the hero The Valley ultimately needs to fend off perennial attacks by evil Dragon, and end a centuries-old battle. Skunk and Panda are joined in their comedic adventures by a gallery of entertaining animal pals - from the combat-ready Rabbit and the skillful Fox to the adroit Turtle and cowardly Tiger. Each does his part to guide Skunk along his hero's journey of enlightenment, usually with amusing results. On the antagonist side of The Valley are Dragon's minions - his lead henchman Baboon and an army of Ninja Monkeys. They stand as equal parts menacing villains and comic foils to Skunk's escapades. "Skunk Fu!" is a co-production between Cartoon Saloon, Telegael and Hoek, Line and Thinker. Audiovisual rights for "Skunk Fu!" are being handled worldwide by Cake Distribution.  The series is rated TV-Y7.

  

Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get A Clue! (9:30 a.m.)

In its maiden season, "Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get A Clue!" consistently rated No. 1 among Saturday morning kids broadcast series in the coveted Kids 2-11 demographic. The latest incarnation of the original "Scooby-Doo" characters has our canine hero and his pal Shaggy living in the mansion of Shaggy's mysteriously missing Uncle Albert. Within the mansion, the unorthodox boy-and-his-dog duo discover a secret lab filled with gadgets and formulas - including a transforming Mystery Machine and Scooby Snacks that give Scooby surprising powers. Shaggy and Scooby set out to find Uncle Albert and keep the secret technology away from the comically evil Dr. Phineus Phibes. The second season of "Shaggy & Scooby-Doo" raises the stakes on humor as Dr. Phibes now possesses the secret morphing nanotechnology - but has no idea how it works. The more he manipulates the formula, and uses himself and his bumbling agents as guinea pigs, the bigger the laughs. Over the course of these 13 new episodes, Shaggy & Scooby-Doo will encounter Phibes in a wide variety of venues - from the opening of their very own theme park 'Shaggy & Scooby World' - to Phibes' underground lair deep in the fiery bowels of an active volcano. They'll even meet aboard a Mexican cruise, vowing to eschew all differences in favor of a well-deserved week of vacation from "evil" - only to have those plans go ridiculously awry. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation. The series is rated TV-Y7.

 

Eon Kid (10:00 a.m.)

"Eon Kid" brings adventure to the life of Marty, an enterprising 11-year-old who unexpectedly becomes the human extension of the Fist of Eon. Seemingly lost for all time, the Fist endows Marty with amazing fighting powers - but puts him at the heart of a centuries-old struggle between good and evil. Pursued by the dark armies of The General, Marty must undertake a hero's journey of action, adventure, comedy and self-discovery into an eye-popping world of battle-bots, bounty hunters, legendary warriors and humanoid bandits. "Eon Kid" is produced in state-of-the-art, computer-generated television animation by Daiwon C&A Holdings Co., Design Storm Co., BRB International and Manga Entertainment, and distributed by Starz Media. The series is rated TV-Y7 FV (fantasy violence).

  

      Johnny Test (10:30 a.m.)

      "Johnny Test" chronicles the adventures of a fearless 11-year-old boy, his genetically engineered super dog, Dukey, and his 13-year-old super genius brainiac twin sisters, Susan and Mary, who use Johnny as their guinea pig for their out-of-this-world scientific experiments. Johnny is the ultimate test pilot where no mission is too unbelievable, no challenge is too great, no villain is too menacing - and no sister-created concoction is too wild.  As long as his dog, Dukey, can come along, Johnny gives it a go! "Johnny Test" is produced by Cookie Jar Entertainment. The series is rated TV-Y7.

  

      Legion of Super Heroes (11:00 a.m.)

      The second season of "Legion of Super Heroes" finds the group fulfilling their collective destiny, each member elevating his skills to new levels ... just in time to face even greater challenges. A incomprehensibly undefeatable nemesis - Imperiex, the destroyer of galaxies from the rich annals of DC Comics - puts the Legion into action alongside new team members. Superman returns from the 21^st century with greater development of both his physical prowess and far better utilization of his powers to help the Legion toward victory in the 31^st century and beyond.  Moreover, the Legion finds a surprising, new ally from across the space-time continuum - a 41^st century Superman, cloned from the original Superman with alien DNA added to the mix for new, enhanced powers - to assist in its efforts to rid the universe of this powerful foe. Along the way, the LOSH - including new members like Chameleon Boy - provides the perfect complement of heroics and comedy to the efforts of the Supermans. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation. The series is rated TV-Y7 FV (fantasy violence).

The Batman (11:30 a.m.)

      Four-time Emmy Award winner "The Batman" will focus its new season on the introduction of Batman's Justice League peers. Expect amped-up action and heightened stakes as Superman, Green Lantern, The Flash, Green Arrow, Martian Manhunter and several others work in concert with Batman - and even more of his amazing technological wonders - to defend Gotham from a seemingly never-ending roster of super villains. The usual suspects return with nefarious new schemes and more sophisticated gadgetry as the Joker, Penguin, Harley Quinn and Mr. Freeze are joined in their quest to rid Gotham of any nocturnal winged creatures by the likes of Sinestro, Scarface, Mirror Master, Metallo, Clayface and even Lex Luthor, who enlists Poison Ivy and her enchanting spores to turn Superman against Batman in the two-part season premiere. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation. The series is rated TV-Y7 FV (fantasy violence).

 

      Kids' WB! on the CW will welcome two additional series in early 2008 - the hotly anticipated "The Spectacular Spider-Man," an all-new animated series from Culver Entertainment; and "World of Quest," an action-comedy based on the Komikwerks graphic novel series by Jason Kruse, and produced by Cookie Jar Entertainment.

 

A leader in children's programming, Kids' WB! continues to be a unique destination for kids.  Kids' WB!, now airing on The CW Network, has been the broadcast home for such cornerstone hits as the blockbusters "Pokémon" and "Yu-Gi-Oh!," Emmy® Award-winners "Xiaolin Showdown" and "The Batman," culturally diverse series "Jackie Chan Adventures" and "¡Mucha Lucha! Gigante," and breakout hits "Shaggy & Scooby-Doo Get A Clue!" and "Legion of Super Heroes," among other favorites.  Kids and their parents can find more information about Kids' WB! programming online at http://www.kidswb.com/.

 

August 23, 2007 (Burbank, California) - The competition gets fierce for the ninth cycle of The CW's hit series AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL, as the 13 finalists fight to turn their dreams of becoming a top model into reality. This season, an incredible transformation takes place as the finalists face new challenges and photo shoots ranging from the very glamorous to controversial, all while living under one roof in a posh Los Angeles mansion.  See the drama unfold in the one-hour, ninth-cycle premiere of AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL on Wednesday, September 19 (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) on The CW.

 

 

AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL participants are:

 

Name: Ambreal

Occupation: College Student

Age: 19

Hometown: Dallas, Texas

 

Name: Bianca

Occupation:  College Student

Age: 18

Hometown: Queens, New York

 

Name: Ebony

Occupation: Nursing Student

Age:  20

Hometown: Chicago, Illinois

 

Name: Chantal

Occupation: Student

Age: 19

Hometown: Austin, Texas

 

Name: Heather

Occupation: College Student

Age:  21

Hometown: Valparaiso, Indiana

 

Name: Janet

Occupation:  Aesthetician

Age: 22

Hometown: Bainbridge, Georgia

 

Name: Jenah

Occupation: Student

Age: 18

Hometown: Farmington, Connecticut

 

Name: Kimberly

Occupation:  College Student

Age: 20

Hometown: Ocala, Florida

 

Name: Lisa

Occupation: Dancer

Age:     20

Hometown: Jersey City, New Jersey

 

Name: Mila

Occupation: Recent College Graduate

Age: 20

Hometown: Boston, Massachusetts

 

Name: Saleisha

Occupation: Receptionist

Age: 21

Hometown: Los Angeles, California

 

 

Name: Sarah

Occupation: College Student

Age: 20

Hometown: Heath, Massachusetts

 

Name:  Victoria

Occupation:  College Student

Age: 20

Hometown:  New Haven, Connecticut

 

During this cycle, the 13 participants live together and ferociously vie for the grand prize, competing in a highly accelerated modeling boot camp.  The participants' abilities are tested each week as they strive to master the runway and fashion photo shoots, perfect publicity skills and learn the business aspects of becoming a supermodel, all under 24-hour-a-day surveillance of the AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL cameras.  Throughout the series, supermodel Tyra Banks, art director of photo shoots Jay Manuel, and runway guru J. Alexander mentor the participants.

 

Banks leads the panel of AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL judges, comprised of leading fashion industry experts, including supermodel Twiggy, photographer Nigel Barker and runway expert J. Alexander, who closely evaluate the progress of the models to narrow the field each week.  In addition, special guest judges appear to critique the participants within his or her area of expertise.

 

The winner of The CW's AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL will be managed by Elite Model Management.  She also receives a $100,000 contract with cosmetics giant CoverGirl.  Finally, the winner will appear on the cover and six-page fashion spread in Seventeen magazine.

 

AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL is produced by 10 by 10 Entertainment, in association with Bankable Productions. Tyra Banks is the creator and executive producer along with Ken Mok ("Making the Band") and Daniel Soiseth ("Hell's Kitchen").

 

EDITOR'S NOTE: This release was revised on 8/6/07 to reflect the new premiere date for GOSSIP GIRL, which is now Wed., Sept. 19 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

 

 

THE CW NETWORK ANNOUNCES FALL PREMIERE DATES FOR 2007-2008 SEASON

 

All Dramas and Comedies To Be Broadcast in Hi-Def and 5.1 Digital Audio

 

 

July 20, 2007 (Beverly Hills, CA) ─ The CW Network announced its Fall premiere dates for the 2007-2008 season today at the Television Critics Association Summer Press Tour. The CW unveils its new primetime schedule over the course of a three-week period, getting a jump on the traditional broadcast season with its first premiere on September 18 and running through October 7. Every drama and comedy on The CW's schedule will be broadcast in high-definition and 5.1 Digital Audio.

 

The CW will kick off the 2007-2008 season from a position of strength with two-hour premieres of two of its biggest reality hits. First, the fourth edition of BEAUTY AND THE GEEK kicks off on Tuesday, September 18 (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET).

 

The next night, the ninth cycle of the runaway runway hit AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL returns on Wednesday, September 19 (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET), followed by the premiere of The CW's hot new drama GOSSIP GIRL (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET). From "The O.C." producers Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage and based on the New York Times best-selling young-adult book series of the same name, GOSSIP GIRL features an ensemble cast of new and veteran actors, including Blake Lively ("The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants") and Leighton Meester ("Surface"), and focuses on the struggle for social supremacy among teens from both sides of the tracks in a posh Manhattan prep school.

 

The roll-out continues with the high energy, high drama of FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN delivering the action and excitement week after week, starting a brand new season on Friday, September 21 (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET).

 

 

 

 

 

On Sunday, September 23, The CW will then debut one of the more innovative new hours on television with the premieres of CW NOW (7:00-7:30 p.m. ET) and ONLINE NATION (7:30-8:00 p.m. ET). With informative and entertaining reports on the hottest fashions, the coolest music, the must-see movies and the must-have gadgets and technology, CW NOW blends news and entertainment to create the ultimate source for everything that's hip, hot and happening right now in the world of young adults, and the place for anyone who needs to know what everyone is buzzing about today and what they'll be talking about in the week to come. ONLINE NATION turns mouse potatoes into couch potatoes with this new series that takes the best of the web's user-generated video and makes it available to television audiences.

 

On Tuesday, September 25, following a new episode of BEAUTY AND THE GEEK, The CW's highly anticipated new series REAPER (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) makes its debut. This humor-filled adventure is the story of a 21-year-old slacker named Sam (Bret Harrison, "The Loop," "Grounded for Life") who learns that his parents sold his soul to Satan (Ray Wise, "24," "The Closer") before he was born, forcing him into a new life as the devil's bounty hunter, collecting the evil souls who have escaped from Hell.

 

 

The CW continues to explore the Superman mythology with the on-going adventures of Clark Kent, his friends, allies and enemies on SMALLVILLE returning Thursday, September 27 (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET).

 

The CW's Monday Night Comedy Block returns on October 1 with Chris Rock's EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS once again leading off the night (8:00-8:30 p.m. ET), followed by the series premiere of ALIENS IN AMERICA (8:30-9:00 p.m. ET), a ground-breaking new comedy about a smart, yet socially awkward 16-year-old, Justin Tolchuk (Dan Byrd, "The Hills Have Eyes"), whose mother decides to improve his social status at school by importing an exchange student to be his friend. When the student turns out to be a Pakistani Muslim teenager named Raja (Adhir Kalyan, "Fair City"), issues of diversity, tolerance and coming of age in America take center stage in this sweet and insightful comedy. The CW closes out its premiere Monday with the season premieres of GIRLFRIENDS (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET) and THE GAME (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET).

 

On Thursday, October 4, those Winchester boys are back on the trail of the otherworldly, unexplainable evils that haunt the Earth on SUPERNATURAL (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET).

 

The CW's final new series to premiere this Fall is LIFE IS WILD on Sunday, October 7 (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET), which brings the beauty and drama of Africa to American television. Boasting an internationally diverse cast, LIFE IS WILD is the story of a dysfunctional blended family from New York who moves to a rural South African town and finds they must rely on each other more than they ever did back home.

Following is The CW's 2007-2008 night-by-night breakdown of primetime premiere dates:

 

Tuesday, September 18 "BEAUTY AND THE GEEK"

8:00-10:00 p.m. Special Two-Hour Premiere

 

Wednesday, September 19

8:00-9:00 p.m. "AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL"

9:00-10:00 p.m. "GOSSIP GIRL" *

 

Friday, September 21 "FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN"

8:00-10:00 p.m.

 

Sunday, September 23

7:00-7:30 p.m. "CW NOW"

7:30-8:00 p.m. "ONLINE NATION"

 

Tuesday, September 25

9:00-10:00 p.m. "REAPER" *

 

Thursday, September 27

8:00-9:00 p.m. "SMALLVILLE" *

 

Monday, October 1

8:00-8:30 p.m. "EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" *

8:30-9:00 p.m. "ALIENS IN AMERICA" *

9:00-9:30 p.m. "GIRLFRIENDS" *

9:30-10:00 p.m. "THE GAME" *

 

Thursday, October 4

9:00-10:00 p.m. "SUPERNATURAL" *

 

Sunday, October 7

8:00-9:00 p.m. "LIFE IS WILD" *

 

* Broadcast in High Definition and 5.1 Digital Audio

All Times ET

MONDAY, JULY 16

"EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" - (8:00-8:30 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates Thanksgiving" (TV- PG) (HDTV)

WAYNE BRADY GUESTS AS JULIUS' BROTHER IN A THANKSGIVING EPISODE - When Julius' (Terry Crews) successful younger brother Louis (guest star Wayne Brady) joins the family for Thanksgiving, Julius gets in the competitive spirit, determined to make the perfect meal.  However, things go badly after Rochelle (Tichina Arnold) realizes they forgot to put the turkey in the oven and Chris (Tyler James Williams) burns the family-favorite macaroni and cheese.  Tequan Richmond, Imani Hakim and Vincent Martella also star.  Alyson Fouse wrote the episode directed by Matt Shackman.  (#031)

 

"ALL OF US" - (8:30-9:00 p.m. ET)

"He's Got Game" (TV-PG, D) (HDTV)

HOOP DREAMS - During his 15^th college reunion weekend, Robert (Duane Martin) finds himself attracted to Deborah Cooper (guest star Victoria Rowell), a professor he had a crush on back in his college days.  Hoping to meet an eligible bachelor at the reunion, Neesee (LisaRaye McCoy) reconnects with Fitz Escoffrey (guest star Brookyln McLinn), a national television sports reporter.  Robert believes Fitz stole his successful career when he tripped Robert during a college basketball game and made the game-winning basket.  Wanting to settle the feud, Robert challenges Fitz to a one-on-one basketball game, but injures himself before the game while trying to romance Professor Cooper.  Khamani Griffen and Tony Rock also star. Alfonso Ribeiro directed the episode written by Jacqueline McKinley and Antonia March (#417).

 

"GIRLFRIENDS" - (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET)

"I Want My Baby Back" (TV- 14, DS) (HDTV)

GROWNING UP FAST - Maya (Golden Brooks) fears that Jabari (Kendre Berry) is growing up too fast after she and Darnell (Khalil Kain) witness an interaction between him and a young girl.  Meanwhile, Joan is uncomfortable using the bathroom at Aaron's (guest star Richard T. Jones) house because she wants to maintain a sense of mystery in their new relationship, and Monica (Keesha Sharp) and William (Reggie Hayes) seek out advice from Lynn (Persia White) on how to spice up their sex life.  Debbie Allen directed the episode written by Michele Marburger and Kevin Marburger (#40338-148).

 

"THE GAME" - (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET)

"To Baby...Or Not To Baby" (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)

DERWIN PROPOSES TO MELANIE - Melanie (Tia Mowry) and Derwin (Pooch Hall) discover that Melanie might be pregnant.  Melanie realizes she is not ready for parenthood and puts off taking the pregnancy test.  Excited about the possibility of a baby, Derwin plans to surprise Melanie with a half-time proposal during the game, but Melanie tries to stop him when she discovers she is not pregnant.  Derwin proposes anyway and Melanie accepts, feeling pressured on national television.  Wendy Raquel Robinson, Coby Bell, Brittany Daniel and Hosea Chanchez also star.  Sheldon Epps directed the episode written by Jennifer Rice-Genzuk (#40596-012).

 

TUESDAY, JULY 17

"GILMORE GIRLS" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Farewell, My Pet" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

LORELAI AND CHRISTOPHER CONFRONT THEIR PROBLEMS - Two days after his by-pass surgery, Richard (Edward Herrmann) is on the road to recovery, and Rory (Alexis Bledel) returns to Yale, where she finds that Richard's economics class is now being taught by an attractive young professor, Tucker Culbertson (guest star Cameron Bender), who flusters Rory with his charm.  While Lorelai (Lauren Graham) tries to distract herself from the issues in her marriage, she and Sookie (Melissa McCarthy) focus on planning a funeral for one of Michel's (Yanic Truesdale) beloved dogs.  Finally, Christopher (David Sutcliffe) returns ready to talk, and he and Lorelai discuss the main problem that has haunted their marriage - Lorelai's feelings for Luke (Scott Patterson.  Kelly Bishop, Keiko Agena, Liza Weil and Matt Czuchry also star.  Jamie Babbit directed the episode written by Jennie Snyder (#2T7764).

 

"BEAUTY AND THE GEEK" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"The Beauties Meet The Geeks, Part 1" (TV-14, DL)

BEAUTIES AND GEEKS BRING NEW YEAR'S CHEER! - From executive producers Ashton Kutcher and Jason Goldberg ("Punk'd"), the reality series/social experiment pairs eight beautiful women who lack book smarts with eight brilliant men who are socially inept to compete in a series of challenges that push them outside their comfort zones for a chance to win a quarter of a million dollars.  This week, the beauties have to work the Dewey Decimal system, leaving one girl in tears, and the geeks are put on the spot in a very public way (#301). 

 

WEDNESDAY, JULY 18

"AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"The Girl Who Joined the Circus" (TV-14, L)

GOOD GOSSIP ?? The models learn to strike an extreme pose from a contortionist and are put to the test in a high fashion challenge with an extravagant prize.  At the photo shoot, the girls turn into circus freaks, but its household gossip that leaves one girl in tears.  Special guests include Top Model judge Twiggy, designer Bao Tranchi, Stacey McKenzie, judge from "Canada's Next Top Model," photographer Mike Rosenthal and Atoosa Rubenstein, Editor-in-Chief of Seventeen magazine as guest judge (#705).

 

"AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"The Girl Who Punk'd Ashton" (TV-14, L)

SHE'S BACK! ?? A red carpet challenge with Janice Dickinson leaves some of the girls speechless.  The stars come out at a photo shoot where the models are transformed into celebrity couples.  Back at the house, one of the twins reveals something very personal.  Special guests include Janice Dickinson, Mark Steines from "Entertainment Tonight" and Matthew Jordan Smith, photographer and guest judge (#706).

 

THURSDAY, JULY 19

"SMALLVILLE" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Crimson" (TV-PG, DV) (HDTV)

RED KRYPTONITE RETURNS AND "BAD-CLARK" KISSES BOTH LOIS AND LANA ?? After Lois (Erica Durance) tries on lipstick made with red kryptonite, she becomes overwhelmed with desire for Clark (Tom Welling) and makes her move.  The two share a kiss, transferring the red kryptonite to Clark and his inhibitions immediately shut down causing "bad-Clark" to emerge.  Fueled by the red rock, Clark decides to break up Lex (Michael Rosenbaum) and Lana's (Kristin Kreuk) wedding dinner and kidnap the bride-to-be.  Allison Mack, John Glover and Annette O'Toole also star.  Brian Peterson & Kelly Souders wrote the episode directed by Glen Winter (#2T7713).

 

"SUPERNATURAL" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"In My Time of Dying" (TV-PG, LV) (HDTV)

THE WINCHESTER MEN BATTLE THE DEMON AFTER A LIFE-THREATENING ACCIDENT - Sam (Jared Padalecki), Dean (Jensen Ackles) and John (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) were left for dead after the Demon plowed a semi into the Impala.  Now, one of the Winchesters hovers between life and death as the surviving family must face an old and powerful adversary.  Eric Kripke wrote the episode directed by Kim Manners (#201).

 

FRIDAY, JULY 20

"FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN" - (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

(TV-PG, DLV) (HDTV)

Program information TBD

SUNDAY, JULY 22

"ALL OF US" - (5:00-5:30 p.m. ET)

"He's Got Game" (TV-PG, D) (HDTV)

HOOP DREAMS - During his 15^th college reunion weekend, Robert (Duane Martin) finds himself attracted to Deborah Cooper (guest star Victoria Rowell), a professor he had a crush on back in his college days.  Hoping to meet an eligible bachelor at the reunion, Neesee (LisaRaye McCoy) reconnects with Fitz Escoffrey (guest star Brookyln McLinn), a national television sports reporter.  Robert believes Fitz stole his successful career when he tripped Robert during a college basketball game and made the game-winning basket.  Wanting to settle the feud, Robert challenges Fitz to a one-on-one basketball game, but injures himself before the game while trying to romance Professor Cooper.  Khamani Griffen and Tony Rock also star. Alfonso Ribeiro directed the episode written by Jacqueline McKinley and Antonia March (#417).

 

"GIRLFRIENDS" - (5:30-6:00 p.m. ET)

"I Want My Baby Back" (TV- 14, DS) (HDTV)

GROWNING UP FAST - Maya (Golden Brooks) fears that Jabari (Kendre Berry) is growing up too fast after she and Darnell (Khalil Kain) witness an interaction between him and a young girl.  Meanwhile, Joan is uncomfortable using the bathroom at Aaron's (guest star Richard T. Jones) house because she wants to maintain a sense of mystery in their new relationship, and Monica (Keesha Sharp) and William (Reggie Hayes) seek out advice from Lynn (Persia White) on how to spice up their sex life.  Debbie Allen directed the episode written by Michele Marburger and Kevin Marburger (#40338-148).

 

"THE GAME" - (6:00-6:30 p.m. ET)

"To Baby...Or Not To Baby" (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)

DERWIN PROPOSES TO MELANIE - Melanie (Tia Mowry) and Derwin (Pooch Hall) discover that Melanie might be pregnant.  Melanie realizes she is not ready for parenthood and puts off taking the pregnancy test.  Excited about the possibility of a baby, Derwin plans to surprise Melanie with a half-time proposal during the game, but Melanie tries to stop him when she discovers she is not pregnant.  Derwin proposes anyway and Melanie accepts, feeling pressured on national television.  Wendy Raquel Robinson, Coby Bell, Brittany Daniel and Hosea Chanchez also star.  Sheldon Epps directed the episode written by Jennifer Rice-Genzuk (#40596-012).

 

"EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" - (6:30-7:00 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates Thanksgiving" (TV- PG) (HDTV)

WAYNE BRADY GUESTS AS JULIUS' BROTHER IN A THANKSGIVING EPISODE - When Julius' (Terry Crews) successful younger brother Louis (guest star Wayne Brady) joins the family for Thanksgiving, Julius gets in the competitive spirit, determined to make the perfect meal.  However, things go badly after Rochelle (Tichina Arnold) realizes they forgot to put the turkey in the oven and Chris (Tyler James Williams) burns the family-favorite macaroni and cheese.  Tequan Richmond, Imani Hakim and Vincent Martella also star.  Alyson Fouse wrote the episode directed by Matt Shackman.  (#031)

 

 

"REBA" - (7:00-7:30 p.m. ET)

"She's With The Band" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

KYRA TELLS REBA AND BROCK THAT SHE ISN'T GOING TO COLLEGE - Reba (Reba McEntire) and Brock (Christopher Rich) are shocked when Kyra (Scarlett Pomers) tells them that she is postponing college to go on tour with her band.  Unfortunately, when Reba puts her foot down and tells Kyra that she won't allow her to make this huge mistake, Kyra decides to move out.  Meanwhile, Cheyenne (JoAnna Garcia) and Van (Steve Howey) can't agree on how to decorate their new house.  Melissa Peterman and Mitch Holleman also star.  Will Mackenzie directed the episode written by Donald Beck (#6AES10).

 

"REBA" - (7:30-8:00 p.m. ET)

"The Housewarming" (TV-PG, D)

IS REBA BECOMING BARBRA JEAN? - Cheyenne (JoAnna Garcia) and Van (Steve Howey) confirm Reba's (Reba McEntire) worst nightmare - that she is becoming their own version of Barbra Jean (Melissa Peterman), dropping by their new house unannounced.  Later, when Barbra Jean has a meltdown in the middle of her weather report, Brock (Christopher Rich) interprets her emotions as a sign that she isn't ready to give up on their marriage.  Scarlett Pomers and Mitch Holleman also star.  The episode was directed by Will Mackenzie and written by Pat Bullard (#6AES12).

 

"7^TH HEAVEN" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Deacon Blues" (TV-G)

ERIC AND LUCY FACE CAREER CROSSROADS ?? Ruthie (Mackenzie Rosman) suggests to T-Bone (Colton James) that it might be time to get his driver's license so they can finally have some privacy.  Unfortunately, T-Bone makes the mistake of asking Kevin (George Stults) - a former police officer - to help him get ready for the test.  Lou (guest star Alan Fudge) informs a stunned Eric (Stephen Collins) that the church deacons feel he and Lucy (Beverley Mitchell) are no longer appealing to the younger church members, so it is suggested that Sandy (Haylie Duff) deliver the next sermon.  Catherine Hicks and Nikolas & Lorenzo Brino also star.  Michael Preece directed the episode written by Jeffrey Rodgers (#235).

 

 "SUPERNATURAL" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Loves a Clown" (TV-PG, DLV) (HDTV)

SAM AND DEAN DISCOVER A SECRET HUNTER'S LAIR - Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles) listen to a message on John's (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) cell phone from a woman named Ellen (guest star Samantha Ferris) and decide to track her down.  They are shocked to discover Ellen runs a road house that also serves as a gathering place for hunters like themselves.  Meanwhile, at a small town carnival, a clown is persuading children to let them into their home so he can murder their parents.  John Shiban wrote the episode directed by Phil Sgriccia (#202).

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MONDAY, JULY 9

 

"Everybody Hates Promises" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

CHRIS IS THREATENED WITH IMPEACHMENT - After the school newspaper runs several inflammatory stories about Chris (Tyler James Williams) and his class presidency, Chris must defend himself against Caruso (Travis Flory) and his classmates at an impeachment hearing.  Meanwhile, Rochelle's (Tichina Arnold) freeloading brother, Michael (guest star Earthquake), comes to stay with them after his mother throws him out of the house, but he quickly gets on Julius' (Terry Crews) last nerve.  Also, Drew (Tequan Richmond) puts Tonya (Imani Hakim) through a vigorous training before teaching her how to jump double-dutch.  Vincent Martella also stars.  Millicent Shelton directed the episode written by Chuck Sklar (#029).

 

"ALL OF US" - (8:30-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Like Father, Like Son...Like Hell!" (TV-PG, D) (HDTV)

TISHA CAMPBELL-MARTIN GUEST STARS - After Robert (Duane Martin) and his sister Carmen (guest star Tisha Campbell-Martin, "My Wife and Kids") learn that the man who raised them isn't Robert's biological father, Dirk (Tony Rock) and Robert decide to track the real man down.  After spending some time with his biological father (guest star Richard Lawson, "Dead Like Me"), Robert discovers a shocking secret about him.  Though Bobby (Khamani Griffin) tries to hide the fact that Courtney (Laivan Greene) invited her boyfriend (guest star Brandon Smith, "Bones") over to the house while Neesee (LisaRaye McCoy) was working, Neesee quickly discovers the two are hiding something.  Alfonso Ribeiro directed the episode written by Terence Paul Winter (#408).

 

"GIRLFRIENDS" - (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET)

"Just Joan" (TV-PG, L) (HDTV)

BEING SINGLE - When Joan (Tracee Ellis Ross) complains about the dating scene and her social life, Maya (Golden Brooks) challenges her to empower herself, accept her singleness and go out to a trendy restaurant alone.  Meanwhile, William (Reggie Hayes)  must figure out how to keep Monica (Keesha Sharp) from learning he was once married to Lynn (Persia White). Salim Akil directed the episode written by Gregory Storm (#40338-144).

 

"THE GAME" - (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Mi Casa Es Su Casa" (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)

TWO'S A CROWD - When Tasha (Wendy Raquel Robinson) returns early from a trip she finds Malik (Hosea Chanchez) throwing a wild party at their house and shuts it down. Fed up with his mom running his personal life, Malik asks her to move out and find her own place.  Tia Mowry, Pooch Hall, Coby Bell, Brittany Daniel, Rocky Carroll also star and rapper Too Short guest stars as himself.  Salim Akil directed the episode written by Kenya Barris (#40596-006).

 

TUESDAY, JULY 10

"GILMORE GIRLS" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"French Twist" (TV-PG, L) (HDTV)

ROMANCE IN FRANCE - Christopher (David Sutcliffe) and Lorelai (Lauren Graham) take his daughter G.G. (guest star Nicolette Collier) to visit her mother in Paris.  Despite severe jet lag, they manage to have a wonderful, romantic time enjoying the city and each other.  Back in Connecticut, Rory (Alexis Bledel) comes to the end of her tenure as Editor-in-Chief of the Yale Daily News and suddenly finds herself unsure of her future.  Her new friends Olivia (Michelle Ongkingo) and Lucy (Krysten Ritter) suggest a trip to Stars Hollow for a girls' night while Lorelai is out of town.  When they return, Rory is surprised to find that Lucy's new boyfriend is her old friend Marty (guest star Wayne Wilcox), who pretends not to know Rory.  Christopher and Lorelai return home with a surprise for everyone.  Keiko Agena, Liza Weil and Sean Gunn also star.  Lee Shallat Chemel directed the episode written by David Babcock (#2T7756).

 

"VERONICA MARS" ?? (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Spit & Eggs" (TV-14, DLSV) (HDTV)

THE CAMPUS RAPIST IS REVEALED AND SOMEONE DIES - Dean O'Dell (guest star Ed Begley, Jr., "Arrested Development") reinstates the Greek system on campus and, determined to solve the campus rape case, Veronica (Kristen Bell), along with Mac (Tina Majorino), Wallace (Percy Daggs III) and Piz (Chris Lowell), attends a party armed with coasters designed to test for drugs in the drinks of her peers.  Meanwhile, Dean O'Dell hires Keith (Enrico Colantoni) to investigate whether or not his wife is cheating on him.  Jason Dohring, Ryan Hansen, Francis Capra, Michael Muhney and Julie Gonzalo also star.  Executive producer Rob Thomas wrote and directed the episode. (#3T5809).

 

WEDNESDAY, JULY 11

"AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"THE GIRL WHO HATES HER HAIR" (TV-14, L)

HAIR WARS / QUEEN LATIFAH GUEST STARS - Tyra makes a surprise visit to the house to announce that the girls will be getting makeovers by beauty guru Frederic Fekkai.  One girl has a meltdown over her new haircut but they all must use their new looks to compete in a fast-paced makeup challenge that is judged by Queen Latifah.  One model returns to the house a sore loser and causes a fight that amps up the competition for a "hair wars" photo shoot.  One model is eliminated.  Special guests include Queen Latifah, photographer & guest judge Tracy Bayne, and hairstylist Frederic Fekkai (#703).

 

"AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"THE GIRLS WHO GO TO TEXAS" (TV-14, L)

DENNIS QUAID GUEST STARS - Runway expert J. Alexander prepares the models for their rockiest challenge yet.  The winner of the challenge and two friends jet off to work a star-studded fashion show with some past seasons' Top Models.  Later, the girls have to rock a catwalk suspended over water, but one girl's sickness lands her in the hospital. One model is eliminated. Special guests include Dennis Quaid, Bre Scullark from cycle 5, runway trainer J. Alexander, designers Altuna Moreno and guest judge Charlie Altuna (#704).

  

 

THURSDAY, JULY 12

"SMALLVILLE" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Subterranean" (TV-PG, V) (HDTV)

THE ULTIMATE IMMIGRANT ?? Clark (Tom Welling) is shocked to discover his neighbor Jed McNally (guest star John Novak) is holding migrant laborers captive and forcing them to work on his farm.  Feeling guilty since he sees himself as the ultimate illegal immigrant, Clark seeks help from Martha (Annette O'Toole) to allow a young boy (guest star Tyler Posey) and his mother (Maria Dimou) to stay in the country.  Kristin Kreuk, Michael Rosenbaum, Erica Durance, Allison Mack and John Glover also star.  Caroline Dries wrote the episode directed by Rick Rosenthal (#2T7705).

 

"SUPERNATURAL" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Houses of the Holy" (TV-PG, LV) (HDTV)

SAM IS VISITED BY AN ANGEL - Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles) investigate the murders of several people by individuals who claim they were visited by an angel and were carrying out God's will.  After the brothers learn those murdered were actually guilty of secret crimes, Sam begins to believe this angel really does exist, but Dean stands firm on the fact a demon is behind the slayings - until he sees something even he can't explain.  Sera Gamble wrote the episode directed by Kim Manners (#213).

 

FRIDAY, JULY 13

"FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN" - (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

(TV-PG, DLV) (HDTV)

Program information TBD

SUNDAY, JULY 15

"ALL OF US" - (5:00-5:30 p.m. ET)

"Like Father, Like Son...Like Hell!" (TV-PG, D) (HDTV)

TISHA CAMPBELL-MARTIN GUEST STARS - After Robert (Duane Martin) and his sister Carmen (guest star Tisha Campbell-Martin, "My Wife and Kids") learn that the man who raised them isn't Robert's biological father, Dirk (Tony Rock) and Robert decide to track the real man down.  After spending some time with his biological father (guest star Richard Lawson, "Dead Like Me"), Robert discovers a shocking secret about him.  Though Bobby (Khamani Griffin) tries to hide the fact that Courtney (Laivan Greene) invited her boyfriend (guest star Brandon Smith, "Bones") over to the house while Neesee (LisaRaye McCoy) was working, Neesee quickly discovers the two are hiding something.  Alfonso Ribeiro directed the episode written by Terence Paul Winter (#408).

 

"GIRLFRIENDS" - (5:30-6:00 p.m. ET)

"Just Joan" (TV-PG, L) (HDTV)

BEING SINGLE - When Joan (Tracee Ellis Ross) complains about the dating scene and her social life, Maya (Golden Brooks) challenges her to empower herself, accept her singleness and go out to a trendy restaurant alone.  Meanwhile, William (Reggie Hayes)  must figure out how to keep Monica (Keesha Sharp) from learning he was once married to Lynn (Persia White). Salim Akil directed the episode written by Gregory Storm (#40338-144).

 

"THE GAME" - (6:00-6:30 p.m. ET)

"Mi Casa Es Su Casa" (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)

TWO'S A CROWD - When Tasha (Wendy Raquel Robinson) returns early from a trip she finds Malik (Hosea Chanchez) throwing a wild party at their house and shuts it down. Fed up with his mom running his personal life, Malik asks her to move out and find her own place.  Tia Mowry, Pooch Hall, Coby Bell, Brittany Daniel, Rocky Carroll also star and rapper Too Short guest stars as himself.  Salim Akil directed the episode written by Kenya Barris (#40596-006).

 

"EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" - (6:30-7:00 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates Promises" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

CHRIS IS THREATENED WITH IMPEACHMENT - After the school newspaper runs several inflammatory stories about Chris (Tyler James Williams) and his class presidency, Chris must defend himself against Caruso (Travis Flory) and his classmates at an impeachment hearing.  Meanwhile, Rochelle's (Tichina Arnold) freeloading brother, Michael (guest star Earthquake), comes to stay with them after his mother throws him out of the house, but he quickly gets on Julius' (Terry Crews) last nerve.  Also, Drew (Tequan Richmond) puts Tonya (Imani Hakim) through a vigorous training before teaching her how to jump double-dutch.  Vincent Martella also stars.  Millicent Shelton directed the episode written by Chuck Sklar (#029).

 

"REBA" - (7:00-7:30 p.m. ET)

"Bullets Over Brock" (TV-PG, D) (HDTV)

REBA TRIES TO HELP BROCK AND BARBRA JEAN SAVE THEIR MARRIAGE - Reba (Reba McEntire) discovers that Brock (Christopher Rich) has been secretly living in the garage for several days so he can spend some time apart from Barbra Jean (Melissa Peterman), who thinks he is away on a business trip.  Brock confides to Reba that he doesn't know how to mend things with his wife, but Reba urges him to be honest and talk with her about their problems.  Following Reba's advice, Brock and Barbra Jean have a heart-to-heart talk, but the results are not what Reba was hoping for.  JoAnna Garcia, Steve Howey, Scarlett Pomers and Mitch Holleman also star.  Robbie Countryman directed the episode written by Christopher Case (#6AES09).

 

"REBA" - (7:30-8:00 p.m. ET)

"Cheyenne's Rival" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

CHEYENNE IS REUNITED WITH HER HIGH SCHOOL RIVAL - Reba (Reba McEntire) is thrilled when she finds the perfect first home for Cheyenne (JoAnna Garcia) and Van (Steve Howey) to buy, but the good news quickly sours when Cheyenne discovers the home is being sold by her former high school rival, Bridget (guest star Sarah Shahi).  Meanwhile, not wanting the public to know they have separated, Barbra Jean (Melissa Peterman) asks Brock (Christopher Rich) to pretend they are still happily married.  Scarlett Pomers and Mitch Holleman also star.  Will Mackenzie directed the episode written by Donald Beck (#6AES10).

 

"7^TH HEAVEN" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"And I'll Take The Low Road" (TV-G)

ERIC AND ANNIE CONVINCE RUTHIE TO RETURN HOME TO GLENOAK - After learning of her father's health prognosis, Ruthie (Mackenzie Rosman) reluctantly agrees to leave Scotland behind and return home to Glenoak with her parents, Eric (Stephen Collins) and Annie (Catherine Hicks).  Sandy (Haylie Duff) decides to call off plans to marry Martin (Tyler Hoechlin) after his best friend, Mac (Kyle Searles), questions why they are in such a rush.  Meanwhile, Lucy (Beverley Mitchell) advises T-Bone (guest star Colton James) to look into declaring emancipation from his mother if she is unfit to care for him.  Nikolas and Lorenzo Brino and George Stults also star.  The episode was directed by Joel J. Feigenbaum and written by Brenda Hampton (#229).  

 

 "SUPERNATURAL" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Born Under A Bad Sign" (TV-14, LV) (HDTV)

SAM MURDERS ANOTHER HUNTER - After receiving a frantic call from Sam (Jared Padalecki), who has been missing for over a week, Dean (Jensen Ackles) races to his brother's side.  He finds Sam covered in blood, but unable to remember anything that happened.  Upon investigation, the brothers are horrified to discover a tape that shows Sam killing another hunter in cold blood, causing Sam to believe his evil side is finally taking over.  Cathryn Humphris wrote the episode directed by J. Miller Tobin (#214).

 

MONDAY, JUNE 25

"EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" - (8:00-8:30 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates Malvo" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

CHRIS GETS FIRED - Chris (Tyler James Williams) is honored when Doc (Antonio Fargas) finally entrusts him with watching the cash register, but the situation goes from good to really bad when Chris is robbed by the neighborhood's notorious repeat-offender, Malvo (guest star Ricky Harris).  Then, when Chris refuses to tell Doc who robbed the place for fear that Malvo will retaliate, Doc has no other choice but to fire Chris.  Meanwhile, Julius (Terry Crews) surprises the family with an outdated betamax machine, but Tonya (Imani Hakim) gets in big trouble when she accidentally tapes a cartoon over his precious "stories" (aka soap operas).  Tichina Arnold, Tequan Richmond and Vincent Martella also star.  Debbie Allen directed the episode written by Alyson Fouse (#027).

Contact:  Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105

"ALL OF US" - (8:30-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Pretty Woman" (TV-PG, D) (HDTV)

DON'T I KNOW YOU? - Robert (Duane Martin) comes to the aid of a stranger, Eva (guest star Chrystee Pharris, "Scrubs"), when her purse is being stolen on the street and the pair end up hitting it off.  After a series of dates, Dirk (Tony Rock) realizes that he knows her from a night club he frequents and confronts Robert with the news.  Meanwhile, Neesee (LisaRaye McCoy) encourages Bobby (Khamani Griffin) to be friends with an unpopular girl in his class, resulting in a unique friendship between the two.  Debbie Allen directed the episode written by Stacy A. Littlejohn (#405).

Contact:  Jeff Tobler, (818) 977-3719

"GIRLFRIENDS" - (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates Monica" (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)

CHASING THE DREAM - Joan (Tracee Ellis Ross) learns that Maya (Golden Brooks) and Lynn (Persia White) did not tell her about a recent outing they had with Toni, who was in town for a brief visit. Joan explains to them that there is no need to keep things secret from her because she is over the whole Toni issue.  Later, when Joan insists on bringing Monica (Keesha Sharp) into the circle of friends Maya and Lynn accuse her of using Monica as a substitute for Toni. Reggie Hayes also stars. Arlene Sanford directed the episode written by Karin Gist (#40338-143).

Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417

"THE GAME" - (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Brittany's Super Sweet Sixth" (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)

KEEPING UP WITH THE JONESES-When Kelly's (Brittany Daniel) daughter (Erica Gluck) tells her she wants an extravagant birthday party like the rest of her friends, Kelly approaches Jason (Coby Bell) for money and he refuses.  Meanwhile, when Derwin (Pooch Hall) beats Malik (Hosea Chanchez) in a XBOX John Madden game, Malik takes the loss badly and repeatedly comes to Derwin for a re-match to redeem himself.  Tia Mowry and Wendy Raquel Robinson also star.  Arlene Sanford directed the episode written by Erica Montolfo (#40596-008).

Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417

TUESDAY, JUNE 26

"GILMORE GIRLS" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"The Great Stink" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

WHAT'S THAT SMELL? - Emily (Kelly Bishop) and Richard (Edward Herrmann) are delighted when Lorelai (Lauren Graham) and Christopher (David Sutcliffe) attend Friday night dinner together as a couple.  Christopher reveals that Sherry has written him a letter saying she regrets leaving their daughter, G.G. (guest star Nicolette Collier), and asking him to send G.G. to visit her in Paris.  Lorelai can't believe that Chris would consider this and they get into an argument over dinner.  Logan (Matt Czuchry) returns to town on business to acquire an internet company and pays Rory (Alexis Bledel) a surprise visit.  Rory is thrilled, but during a dinner with Logan's colleagues, she realizes that she has no connection to his new business world, and is especially threatened by one of his beautiful co-workers.  Meanwhile, Stars Hollow is plagued by a terrible odor when a train with a full load of pickles derails, and Taylor (Michael Winters) refuses to pay for the cleanup.    Scott Patterson, Melissa McCarthy, Yanic Truesdale, Liza Weil and Sean Gunn also star.   Michael Schultz directed the episode written by Gina Fattore (#2T7755).

Contact:  Pamela Morrison, (818) 977-6155

"VERONICA MARS" ?? (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Of Vice and Men" (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)

WHAT'S YOUR ALIBI? - Veronica (Kristen Bell) is disappointed in Keith (Enrico Colantoni) for his ongoing relationship with his client, Harmony (guest star Laura San Giacomo, "Just Shoot Me"), who invites him on a romantic weekend getaway.  When Veronica retreats to Wallace (Percy Daggs III) and Piz's (Chris Lowell) dorm room for some quiet time, Logan (Jason Dohring) seeks her help in clearing Mercer (guest star Ryan Devlin, "TRL") of the rape charges, but refuses to give her his alibi.  Ryan Hansen, Francis Capra, Tina Majorino, Michael Muhney and Julie Gonzalo also star.  Harry Winer directed the episode written by Phil Klemmer (#3T5807).

Contact:  Jeff Tobler, (818) 977-3719

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27

"HIDDEN PALMS" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Mulligan" (TV-14, DLS) (HDTV)

LIZA BELIEVES GRETA AND CLIFF KILLED EDDIE - Liza (Ellary Porterfield) tells Johnny (Taylor Handley) she saw Greta (Amber Heard) and Cliff (Michael Cassidy) fleeing from Eddie's (guest star J.D. Pardo) house the night he died.  Believing they killed Eddie, Liza decides to break into Cliff's house to find proof.  Meanwhile, Greta's father Skip (guest star Kyle Secor) returns to town and immediately begins flirting with both Tess (Sharon Lawrence) and Karen (Gail O'Grady).  D. W. Moffett and Tessa Thompson also star.  Daniel Arkin wrote the episode directed by Perry Lang(#105).

Contact:  Suzanne Gomez, (818) 977-4115

"ONE TREE HILL" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Things I Forgot At Birth" (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)

WHO ELSE IS PREGNANT? - As Nathan (James Lafferty), Rachel (Danneel Harris) and Cooper's (guest star Michael Trucco) lives remain precarious following the car accident, Brooke (Sophia Bush) celebrates her 18th birthday but finds it diminished by her struggles with Peyton (Hilarie Burton).  Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) and Karen (Moira Kelly) come to terms with her pregnancy and with the pregnancy of someone close to Lucas, while Deb's past addictions intersect with Haley (Bethany Joy Galeotti) in an explosive manner.  Lee Norris, Barbara Alyn Woods and Barry Corbin also star.  Greg Prange directed the episode written by Mark Schwahn (#3T5752).

Contact:  Jeff Tobler, (818) 977-3719

THURSDAY, JUNE 28

"SMALLVILLE" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Rage" (TV-PG, DLV) (HDTV)

THE GREEN ARROW INJECTS HIMSELF WITH A SUPER-DRUG TO BECOME INVINCIBLE ?? Clark (Tom Welling) discovers the Green Arrow (Justin Hartley) was shot while trying to save a couple from a carjacking, but Oliver denies he was injured.  However, when Oliver starts displaying erratic behavior, Clark and Chloe (Allison Mack) investigate and discover he is taking a super-drug that causes his body to heal itself but has severe side effects.  Meanwhile, Lana (Kristin Kreuk) makes a shocking discovery that will impact her relationship with Lex (Michael Rosenbaum).  Erica Durance, Allison Mack, John Glover and Annette O'Toole also star.  Todd Slavkin & Darren Swimmer wrote the episode directed by James Marshall (#2T7708).

Contact:  Suzanne Gomez, (818) 977-4115

"SUPERNATURAL" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Croatoan" (TV-14, DLV) (HDTV)

DEAN DECIDES TO TELL SAM "THE SECRET" - After Sam (Jared Padalecki) has a vision of Dean (Jensen Ackles) killing a young man who seems to be possessed by a demon, the two brothers head off to Oregon to search for answers.  They come across a town infected by a deadly virus that drives a person to kill.  Sam becomes infected by one of the locals and prepares for his deadly fate, but after nothing happens to him, Dean decides to come clean and reveal what John (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) whispered to him before he died.  John Shiban wrote the episode directed by Robert Singer (#209).

Contact:  Suzanne Gomez, (818) 977-4115

FRIDAY, JUNE 29

"FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN" - (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

(TV-PG, DLV) (HDTV)

Program information TBD

SUNDAY, JULY 1

"ALL OF US" - (5:00-5:30 p.m. ET)

"Pretty Woman" (TV-PG, D) (HDTV)

DON'T I KNOW YOU? - Robert (Duane Martin) comes to the aid of a stranger, Eva (guest star Chrystee Pharris, "Scrubs"), when her purse is being stolen on the street and the pair end up hitting it off.  After a series of dates, Dirk (Tony Rock) realizes that he knows her from a night club he frequents and confronts Robert with the news.  Meanwhile, Neesee (LisaRaye McCoy) encourages Bobby (Khamani Griffin) to be friends with an unpopular girl in his class, resulting in a unique friendship between the two.  Debbie Allen directed the episode written by Stacy A. Littlejohn (#405).

Contact:  Jeff Tobler, (818) 977-3719

"GIRLFRIENDS" - (5:30-6:00 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates Monica" (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)

  CHASING THE DREAM - Joan (Tracee Ellis Ross) learns that Maya (Golden Brooks) and Lynn (Persia White) did not tell her about a recent outing they had with Toni, who was in town for a brief visit. Joan explains to them that there is no need to keep things secret from her because she is over the whole Toni issue.  Later, when Joan insists on bringing Monica (Keesha Sharp) into the circle of friends Maya and Lynn accuse her of using Monica as a substitute for Toni. Reggie Hayes also stars. Arlene Sanford directed the episode written by Karin Gist (#40338-143).

Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417

"THE GAME" - (6:00-6:30 p.m. ET)

"Brittany's Super Sweet Sixth" (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)

KEEPING UP WITH THE JONESES-When Kelly's (Brittany Daniel) daughter (Erica Gluck) tells her she wants an extravagant birthday party like the rest of her friends, Kelly approaches Jason (Coby Bell) for money and he refuses.  Meanwhile, when Derwin (Pooch Hall) beats Malik (Hosea Chanchez) in a XBOX John Madden game, Malik takes the loss badly and repeatedly comes to Derwin for a re-match to redeem himself.  Tia Mowry and Wendy Raquel Robinson also star.  Arlene Sanford directed the episode written by Erica Montolfo (#40596-008).

Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417

"EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" - (6:30-7:00 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates Malvo" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

CHRIS GETS FIRED - Chris (Tyler James Williams) is honored when Doc (Antonio Fargas) finally entrusts him with watching the cash register, but the situation goes from good to really bad when Chris is robbed by the neighborhood's notorious repeat-offender, Malvo (guest star Ricky Harris).  Then, when Chris refuses to tell Doc who robbed the place for fear that Malvo will retaliate, Doc has no other choice but to fire Chris.  Meanwhile, Julius (Terry Crews) surprises the family with an outdated betamax machine, but Tonya (Imani Hakim) gets in big trouble when she accidentally tapes a cartoon over his precious "stories" (aka soap operas).  Tichina Arnold, Tequan Richmond and Vincent Martella also star.  Debbie Allen directed the episode written by Alyson Fouse (#027).

Contact:  Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105

"7^TH HEAVEN" - (7:00-8:00 p.m. ET)

"Broken Hearts and Promises" (TV-G)

SERIES STAR BEVERLEY MITCHELL PERFORMS A SONG FROM HER DEBUT COUNTRY CD - After Eric (Stephen Collins) gives the family a big scare and the paramedics are called to the house, Annie (Catherine Hicks) realizes Eric has been hiding the truth from her and she's determined to find out what it is.  Meanwhile, Lucy (Beverley Mitchell) pays a surprise visit to Sandy (Haylie Duff), who appears to be falling in love with her classmate, Daniel (guest star Aaron Staton), while Martin (Tyler Hoechlin) continues to pursue her as well.  Additionally in the episode, series star Beverley Mitchell sings "Angel," from her upcoming self-titled country CD, "Beverley Mitchell."  Nikolas & Lorenzo Brino and George Stults also star.  The episode was directed by Michael Preece and written by creator and executive producer Brenda Hampton (#227). 

Contact:  Melissa Burton (818) 977-0105

"HIDDEN PALMS" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Mulligan" (TV-14, DLS) (HDTV)

LIZA BELIEVES GRETA AND CLIFF KILLED EDDIE - Liza (Ellary Porterfield) tells Johnny (Taylor Handley) she saw Greta (Amber Heard) and Cliff (Michael Cassidy) fleeing from Eddie's (guest star J.D. Pardo) house the night he died.  Believing they killed Eddie, Liza decides to break into Cliff's house to find proof.  Meanwhile, Greta's father Skip (guest star Kyle Secor) returns to town and immediately begins flirting with both Tess (Sharon Lawrence) and Karen (Gail O'Grady).  D. W. Moffett and Tessa Thompson also star.  Daniel Arkin wrote the episode directed by Perry Lang(#105).

Contact:  Suzanne Gomez, (818) 977-4115

 "SUPERNATURAL" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Hunted" (TV-14, LV) (HDTV)

GORDON, THE VAMPIRE HUNTER, RETURNS TO KILL SAM - After Dean (Jensen Ackles) tells Sam (Jared Padalecki) what their father told him before he died, a distraught Sam sneaks off to Indiana without Dean.  While there, Sam runs into Eva (guest star Katherine Isabelle), a psychic who confesses to Sam she sought him out to warn him of his impending death.  Dean discovers Gordon (guest star Sterling K. Brown) is after Sam and races to find his brother in time to save him.  Raelle Tucker wrote the episode directed by Rachel Talalay (#210).

The CW Improves Over UPN and The WB in Target Demos  

"Top Model" Finale Wins Time Period in Adults and Women 18-34  

"Gilmore Girls" Series Finale Scores Its Best Adults 18-34 Ratings on The CW  

            May 22, 2007 (Burbank, California) - Hot on the heels of its wildly successful Upfront presentation last week, The CW wrapped up its first season in fine fashion with last week's crowning of the new "America's Next Top Model" and the series finale of "Gilmore Girls."

            The CW completed its inaugural season (through 5/20/07) ahead of both UPN and The WB in the target demos of adults 18-34 (1.5/4, 7% over UPN and WB) and women 18-34 (1.9/5, 6% over both UPN and WB).  The CW was the only network to show year-to-year growth in these key demographics.

CW SEASON ONE HIGHLIGHTS:

            The CW's "America's Next Top Model" finished the season winning its time period among women 18-34.  Next season, "Top Model," The CW's highest rated series in target demos, will remain Wednesdays at 8:00 p.m. as the launch pad for the new drama "Gossip Girl."

            The CW launched a new reality hit "Pussycat Dolls Present: The Search for the Next Doll," which averaged 8 million viewers each week between the show's original and encore telecast.  The next edition of "Pussycat Dolls Present" will make its debut next midseason.           

            "Friday Night Smackdown" led The CW to first on Friday night in key male demographics.  "Smackdown" will remain on Friday nights next season.

            "One Tree Hill" improved over last season by double-digit gains among adults 18-34 (19%) and women 18-34 (22%).  "One Tree Hill" will return next midseason.

            The third edition of "Beauty and The Geek" marked the highest-rated cycle of the series in women 18-34 and women 18-49.  "Beauty and The Geek" will return next season to anchor The CW's Tuesday at 8:00p.m. in the fall, as the lead in to the network's new drama "Reaper."

Key Highlights for Week Ending May 20, 2007:

            For the week ending 5/20/07, The CW outperformed both UPN and The WB versus the same week a year ago in the target demos of adults 18-34 (1.5/5, up 50% vs WB, 15% vs. UPN) and women 18-34 (2.0/6, up 54% vs WB, 18% vs. UPN), as well as adults 18-49 (1.3/4, up 44% vs WB, 18% vs. UPN) and women 18-49 (1.6/4, up 33% vs WB, 14% vs. UPN) and viewers (3.1mil, up 31% vs WB, 17% vs. UPN).

"Gilmore Girls" Series Finale

            Tuesday's series finale of "Gilmore Girls" delivered its best adults 18-34 (2.9/9) rating on The CW (best since 1/17/06), its best women 18-34 (4.0/11) performance since 2/6/07, and its largest audience (4.9mil) since 12/5/06.

"America's Next Top Model" Cycle 8 Finale

            The finale of The CW's hit "America's Next Top Model," in which Jaslene Gonzales was crowned the winner, ranked first its time period among adults 18-34 (3.5/12), women 18-34 (5.4/16), and women 18-49 (4.5/13-tie).

            Last week's finale was the most watched and highest rated telecast of this cycle in adults 18-34 (tie), adults 18-49 (3.0/9), women 18-49 and viewers (6.4mil).

            The cycle 8 finale tied as the series best finale ever in adults 18-49 and women 18-49.

MONDAY, JUNE 4

"EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS" - (8:00-8:30 p.m. ET)

"Everybody Hates the Class President" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

CHRIS RUNS FOR CLASS PRESIDENT - Hoping to make a better life for himself at Corleone Junior High, Chris (Tyler James Williams) throws his hat in the ring for Class President and asks Greg (Vincent Martella) to be his running mate. However, when an election poll reveals that Chris has no chance of winning without someone more popular on the ticket, Chris drops Greg like a hot potato, igniting a rivalry between the two best friends.  Meanwhile, Rochelle (Tichina Arnold) takes it personally when Julius (Terry Crews) is diagnosed with high blood pressure, so she decides to take drastic measures to reduce his stress.  Tequan Richmond and Imani Hakim also star.  Jerry Levine directed the episode written by co-creator and executive producer Ali LeRoi (#023).

 

"ALL OF US" - (8:30-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Trojan Condo" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

CAN'T WE ALL JUST GET ALONG? - Neesee (LisaRaye McCoy) finds a new condo to move into, but Robert (Duane Martin) finds out that it's still under construction and won't be completed for a while.  Robert's sister comes for a visit and asks to stay at the house but, knowing that his sister and Neesee don't get along, Robert realizes that one of them has to go.  Meanwhile, Robert and Neesee help Dirk get Courtney (guest star Laivan Greene, "Without A Trace"), into Bobby's (Khamani Griffin) school, but Courtney ends up causing a bit of trouble with the other students.  Alfonso Ribiero directed the episode written by Lori Lakin Hutcherson (#403).

 

"GIRLFRIENDS" - (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET)

"In Too Deep" (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)

CAN'T SAY NO - Joan (Tracee Ellis Ross) returns to work at the J-Spot only to find that William (Reggie Hayes) has put Monica (Keesha Sharp) in charge of managing the bar to get her out of his hair. When Joan confronts William about Monica's new position, he reveals that he has made a mistake proposing to Monica but can't tell her.  Meanwhile, Darnell (Khalil Kain) is having a hard time telling Maya (Golden Brooks) that he wants to quit working for the pit crew.  Persia White also stars. Salim Akil directed the episode written by Regina Y. Hicks (#40338-139).

 

"THE GAME" - (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET)

"The Rules of The Game" (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)

LET THE HAZING BEGIN - As a favor to Derwin (Pooch Hall), Melanie (Tia Mowry) attends the first Saber Sunbeam meeting of the season, only to learn that unlike the wives, football players' "girlfriends" are not considered legitimate and are treated as such by the other wives.  On the same day, Derwin attends his first rookie seminar where he is given a lecture about gold diggers, STDs and is hazed by the other players.  Later that night, Melanie and Derwin attend a party where Melanie, has a conversation with another player and is perceived to be flirting with him. When the player's girlfriend confronts Melanie, she realizes the rules of the game in the pros will take some getting use to.  Wendy Raquel Robinson, Coby Bell, Brittany Daniel and Hosea Chanchez also star.  Ted Wass directed the episode written by series creator and executive producer Mara Brock Akil (#40596-001).

 

TUESDAY, JUNE 5

"GILMORE GIRLS" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"That's What You Get, Folks, For Makin' Whoopee" (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)

NOBODY'S PERFECT - Rory (Alexis Bledel) is upset over Logan's (Matt Czuchry) absence and the fact that they had to cancel their long-planned trip to Asia.  Wanting to cheer Rory up and take her mind off her own sad love life, Lorelai (Lauren Graham) turns her house into an Asian-themed wonderland.  Lane (Keiko Agena) returns from her disastrous honeymoon.  While repairing the damage to the diner, Luke (Scott Patterson) tells T.J. (guest star Michael DeLuise) about his break-up with Lorelai, prompting T.J. and Liz (guest star Kathleen Whilhoite) to insist that Luke come over for dinner and sympathy.  When Luke and Lorelai run into each other in town, Luke can't hide his anger over their breakup.  Finally, Rory is furious when she learns that Lorelai slept with Christopher (David Sutcliffe).  Melissa McCarthy and Sean Gunn also star.  Bethany Rooney directed the episode written by Rebecca Rand Kirshner (#2T7752).

 

"VERONICA MARS" ?? (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"My Big Fat Greek Rush Week" (TV-14, DSV) (HDTV)

VERONICA GOES UNDERCOVER - Veronica (Kristen Bell) is hired by the campus newspaper to do an undercover expose on the Zeta Theta sorority sisters during rush week to investigate Parker's (Julie Gonzalo) rape.  Throughout the investigation, Veronica realizes that everything is not exactly what as seems in the sorority house.  Meanwhile, Logan (Jason Dohring) and Wallace (Percy Daggs III) participate in a prisoner/guard role-playing experiment for their Sociology class, which challenges them psychologically.  Enrico Colantoni, Tina Majorino, Ryan Hansen, Francis Capra and Chris Lowell also star.  John Kretchmer directed the episode written by Diane Ruggiero (#3T5802).

 

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6

"HIDDEN PALMS" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Ghosts" (TV-PG, L) (HDTV)

JOHNNY'S OLD GIRLFRIEND SHOWS UP IN PALM SPRINGS - While Johnny (Taylor Handley) is trying hard to win the heart of Greta (Amber Heard), Nikki (Tessa Thompson), a beautiful girl Johnny dated when they were in rehab together, comes to Palm Springs.  At a country club fundraiser, Nikki gets drunk and causes a scene, ruining Johnny's first date with Greta but catching Cliff's (Michael Cassidy) eye.  Cliff dislikes Tess's (Sharon Lawrence) latest boyfriend (guest star J.R. Cacia) and schemes to get rid of him.  Johnny learns Eddie's (guest star J.D. Pardo) death was a suicide and receives a mysterious email of a video of Eddie.  Kevin Williamson wrote the episode directed by Scott Winant (#102).

 

"ONE TREE HILL" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"The Birth And Death Of The Day" (TV-14) (HDTV)

GRADUATION DAY IN TREE HILL - As graduation day dawns in Tree Hill, some dreams begin as others end.  Haley (Bethany Joy Galeotti) prepares for her graduation speech and her role as a young mother, while Nathan (James Lafferty) prepares for life without basketball.  Brooke (Sophia Bush) makes a heartfelt confession that puts her future in jeopardy.  Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) confronts Dan (Paul Johansson) as Karen's (Moira Kelly) life is threatened.  Hilarie Burton, Barbara Alyn Woods, Danneel Harris and Lee Norris also star.  Greg Prange directed the episode written by Mark Schwahn (#3T5770)

 

THURSDAY, JUNE 7

"SMALLVILLE" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Wither" (TV-PG, DSV) (HDTV)

THE ALL-AMERICAN REJECTS PERFORM AT LEX'S COSTUME BALL - Still guilt-ridden about the destruction he caused while he was Zod, Lex (Michael Rosenbaum) throws a charity costume ball for the town and hires the All-American Rejects to perform.  Meanwhile, Clark (Tom Welling) and Chloe (Allison Mack) pursue a creature who uses male human bodies as potting mix to procreate, and the hunt intensifies after the creature gets hold of Jimmy Olsen (guest star Aaron Ashmore).  Lois (Erica Durance) reluctantly agrees to be Oliver Queen's (guest star Justin Hartley) date to Lex's ball.  Kristin Kreuk, John Glover and Annette O'Toole also star.  Tracy Bellomo wrote the episode directed by Whitney Ransick (#2T7703).

 

"SUPERNATURAL" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Bloodlust" (TV-14, LV) (HDTV)

"BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER'S" AMBER BENSON GUEST STARS AS A VAMPIRE - Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles) meet Gordon (guest star Sterling K. Brown), a fellow demon hunter who has been systematically killing vampires in a small town, and Dean immediately bonds with the older man.  However, after Sam meets with the lead vampire (guest star Amber Benson) and discovers they are actually peaceful creatures who survive on cattle blood, he decides not all supernatural beings are evil and forces Dean to choose whether he will side with Sam or Gordon.  Sera Gamble wrote the episode directed by Robert Singer (#203).

 

FRIDAY, JUNE 8

"FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN" - (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

(Content Rating TBD) (HDTV)

Program information TBD

SUNDAY, JUNE 10

"ALL OF US" - (5:00-5:30 p.m. ET)

"Trojan Condo" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

CAN'T WE ALL JUST GET ALONG? - Neesee (LisaRaye McCoy) finds a new condo to move into, but Robert (Duane Martin) finds out that it's still under construction and won't be completed for a while.  Robert's sister comes for a visit and asks to stay at the house but, knowing that his sister and Neesee don't get along, Robert realizes that one of them has to go.  Meanwhile, Robert and Neesee help Dirk get Courtney (guest star Laivan Greene, "Without A Trace"), into Bobby's (Khamani Griffin) school, but Courtney ends up causing a bit of trouble with the other students.  Alfonso Ribiero directed the episode written by Lori Lakin Hutcherson (#403).

 

"GIRLFRIENDS" - (5:30-6:00 p.m. ET)

"In Too Deep" (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)

CAN'T SAY NO - Joan (Tracee Ellis Ross) returns to work at the J-Spot only to find that William (Reggie Hayes) has put Monica (Keesha Sharp) in charge of managing the bar to get her out of his hair. When Joan confronts William about Monica's new position, he reveals that he has made a mistake proposing to Monica but can't tell her.  Meanwhile, Darnell (Khalil Kain) is having a hard time telling Maya (Golden Brooks) that he wants to quit working for the pit crew.  Persia White also stars. Salim Akil directed the episode written by Regina Y. Hicks (#40338-139).

 

"THE GAME" - (6:00-6:30 p.m. ET)

"The Rules of The Game" (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)

LET THE HAZING BEGIN - As a favor to Derwin (Pooch Hall), Melanie (Tia Mowry) attends the first Saber Sunbeam meeting of the season, only to learn that unlike the wives, football players' "girlfriends" are not considered legitimate and are treated as such by the other wives.  On the same day, Derwin attends his first rookie seminar where he is given a lecture about gold diggers, STDs and is hazed by the other players.  Later that night, Melanie and Derwin attend a party where Melanie, has a conversation with another player and is perceived to be flirting with him. When the player's girlfriend confronts Melanie, she realizes the rules of the game in the pros will take some getting use to.  Wendy Raquel Robinson, Coby Bell, Brittany Daniel and Hosea Chanchez also star.  Ted Wass directed the episode written by series creator and executive producer Mara Brock Akil (#40596-001).

 

"Everybody Hates the Class President" (TV-PG) (HDTV)

CHRIS RUNS FOR CLASS PRESIDENT - Hoping to make a better life for himself at Corleone Junior High, Chris (Tyler James Williams) throws his hat in the ring for Class President and asks Greg (Vincent Martella) to be his running mate. However, when an election poll reveals that Chris has no chance of winning without someone more popular on the ticket, Chris drops Greg like a hot potato, igniting a rivalry between the two best friends.  Meanwhile, Rochelle (Tichina Arnold) takes it personally when Julius (Terry Crews) is diagnosed with high blood pressure, so she decides to take drastic measures to reduce his stress.  Tequan Richmond and Imani Hakim also star.  Jerry Levine directed the episode written by co-creator and executive producer Ali LeRoi (#023).

 

"7^TH HEAVEN" - (7:00-8:00 p.m. ET)

"A Pain in the Neck" (TV-G)

GEOFF STULTS (BROTHER OF SERIES STAR GEORGE STULTS) RETURNS AS A GUEST STAR - After Sam and David's (Nikolas & Lorenzo Brino) teacher, Ms. Margo (guest star Rachel Boston), propositions him, Eric (Stephen Collins) decides to pull the boys out of school.  Meanwhile, Kevin (George Stults) tells Lucy (Beverley Mitchell) that it's his brother Ben's (Geoff Stults) birthday so she will agree to let him stay with them for a few days, and Eric learns some disturbing news about his health while he's visiting someone in the hospital.  The episode was directed by Michael Preece and written by creator and executive producer Brenda Hampton (#224). 

 

"HIDDEN PALMS" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET)

"Ghosts" (TV-PG, L) (HDTV)

JOHNNY'S OLD GIRLFRIEND SHOWS UP IN PALM SPRINGS - While Johnny (Taylor Handley) is trying hard to win the heart of Greta (Amber Heard), Nikki (Tessa Thompson), a beautiful girl Johnny dated when they were in rehab together, comes to Palm Springs.  At a country club fundraiser, Nikki gets drunk and causes a scene, ruining Johnny's first date with Greta but catching Cliff's (Michael Cassidy) eye.  Cliff dislikes Tess's (Sharon Lawrence) latest boyfriend (guest star J.R. Cacia) and schemes to get rid of him.  Johnny learns Eddie's (guest star J.D. Pardo) death was a suicide and receives a mysterious email of a video of Eddie.  Kevin Williamson wrote the episode directed by Scott Winant (#102).

 

 "SUPERNATURAL" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)

"Children Shouldn't Play With Dead Things" (TV-14, DLV) (HDTV)

A GHOSTLY BATTLE LEAVES SAM INJURED - Dean (Jensen Ackles) and Sam (Jared Padalecki) investigate the murder of a college student (guest star Tamara Feldman) who has come back from the dead seeking revenge on those who mistreated her while she was alive.  Upon confrontation, the ghost savagely attacks Sam, leaving him injured.   While in town, the brothers visit their mother's grave to pass along something from their father (Jeffrey Dean Morgan).  Raelle Tucker wrote the episode directed by Kim Manners (#204).

 

 

NETWORK FRESHENS FALL SCHEDULE

WITH THREE NEW DRAMAS, NEW COMEDY

AND TWO NEW REALITY SERIES

 

New Drama “Gossip Girl,”

Based on Bestselling Book Series,

To Follow “America’s Next Top Model” on Wednesdays

 

Returning Hit “Beauty And The Geek”

Leads Into Comical New Drama “Reaper” on Tuesdays

 

Comedy Block Remains on Monday Night

With Three Returning Favorites and New Comedy

“Aliens In America”

 

On Sunday, Two New Series, “Online Nation” and “CW Now,”

Bring Hottest Internet Videos and Latest Trends to Television,

Followed by New Family Drama “Life Is Wild,”

Filming Entirely in South Africa

 

Returning Hits “Smallville” and “Supernatural” and

The WWE’s “Friday Night Smackdown!”

Anchor Thursday and Friday

 

Midseason Series Include Returning Hits

“One Tree Hill” and “Pussycat Dolls Present” and

Two New Reality Series, “Crowned: The Mother of All Pageants”

and “Farmer Wants A Wife”

 

New Series from Esteemed Producers Josh Schwartz (“The O.C.”),

Stephanie Savage (“The O.C.”), Mark Gordon (“Grey’s Anatomy”),

Kevin Smith (“Clerks”) and Tom Spezialy (“Desperate Housewives”)

Fill the Fall Schedule

 

            May 17, 2007 (New York, New York) ? The CW Network unveiled the schedule for its 2007-2008 season today at Madison Square Garden before more than 3,000 advertisers, affiliates and national media.  The announcement was made by Dawn Ostroff, President of Entertainment, The CW.

 “Our new shows have attitude and a sense of fun, and they’re going to define this network,” said Ostroff.  “With that in mind, The CW is adding six new series to our schedule this fall.  With established shows anchoring four nights and providing a launch pad for new programs, we will also have stability on our successful Thursday and Friday lineups.  Shows that can be enjoyed by the whole family will air on Mondays and Sundays in the 8:00-9:00 hour, with the 7:00-8:00 hour on Sunday providing an innovative showcase for both viewers and advertisers.”

 

On Wednesday nights, the network’s top-rated series, AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL, showed double-digit growth last season and was the number one show in the timeslot with women 18-34.   AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL will return in its successful 8:00-9:00 p.m. slot, followed by the premiere of the new drama GOSSIP GIRL from 9:00-10:00 p.m.  From “The O.C.” producers Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage, GOSSIP GIRL is based on the best-selling young-adult book series of the same name.  The show features an ensemble cast of new and veteran actors, including Blake Lively (“The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants”) and Leighton Meester (“Surface”), and focuses on the struggle for social supremacy among teens from both sides of the tracks in a posh Manhattan prep school.  The fun, sexy and dramatic hour is a perfect companion piece for TOP MODEL’S strong female audience, making Wednesday “Girls Night In” on The CW. 

 

            Stability is the key on Thursday and Friday nights.  On Thursday ? television’s most competitive night ? SMALLVILLE and SUPERNATURAL deliver a good mix of male and female viewers.  On Friday, the wildly popular FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN! rules the night with two hours of original wrestling extravaganzas 52 weeks a year.  SMACKDOWN! was last season’s number-one show in male viewers, giving the network a lock on young men on the night leading into the weekend.  

 

Sundays will kick off the 7:00-8:00 p.m. hour with two new reality shows.  At 7:00 p.m., CW NOW will premiere as the ultimate source for everything hip, hot and happening in youth culture.  From the producers of the entertainment magazine show “Extra,” CW NOW utilizes eye-catching graphics and visuals in a fast-paced mix of celebrity gossip and current fashion and lifestyle trends.   Advertisers can participate by incorporating their brand into the fabric of the show, expanding on the network’s success last season with content wraps.  At 7:30 p.m., The CW is turning couch potatoes into mouse potatoes with ONLINE NATION, a series that takes the best of the web’s user- generated video and makes it available to television audiences.  At 8:00 p.m., the new family drama LIFE IS WILD brings the beauty and drama of Africa to television.  The show will be filmed entirely in South Africa, with a diverse cast of American, British and South African actors, and will feature film-quality production values.  LIFE IS WILD is the story of a dysfunctional blended family from New York who moves to a rural South African town and finds they must rely on each other more than they ever did back home.  The 9:00 p.m. hour will continue last season’s successful strategy of an encore presentation of AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL. 

The popular Monday night comedy line-up returns with three favorites and one new series.  From 8:00-8:30 p.m., the critically acclaimed EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS returns with a first-time ever guest appearance by the show’s co-creator and executive producer, Chris Rock.  EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS provides the perfect lead-in for the ground-breaking new fish-out-of-water comedy ALIENS IN AMERICA, about a 16-year-old Wisconsin boy, Justin Tolchuk (Dan Byrd, “The Hills Have Eyes”), whose mother decides to improve his social status at school by importing an exchange student to be his friend.  When the student turns out to be a Pakistani Muslim teenager named Raja (Adhir Kalyan, “Fair City”), issues of diversity, tolerance and coming of age in America take center stage in this sweet and insightful comedy.

 

The Monday comedy block continues with GIRLFRIENDS and THE GAME, the two highest-rated scripted shows on television among Africa-American adults and women 18-34, helping to make The CW the number one-rated programming option for African-American viewers on Monday nights. 

 

On Tuesdays at 8:00 p.m., the hit reality series BEAUTY AND THE GEEK, from executive producers Ashton Kutcher and Jason Goldberg, will return with a new crop of beauties and geeks in this funny and poignant social experiment competition.  The devilish new drama REAPER will follow at 9:00 p.m.  With executive producers Michelle Fazekas, Tara Butters, Mark Gordon, Deb Spera, Tom Spezialy and executive producer/director Kevin Smith, this humor-filled adventure is the story of a slacker named Sam (Bret Harrison, “The Loop,” “Grounded for Life”) who learns that his parents accidentally sold his soul to the devil before he was born, forcing him into a new life as the devil’s bounty hunter.  Ray Wise (“24,” “The Closer”) plays Satan, and Tyler Labine (“Boston Legal,” “Invasion”) plays Sam’s best friend Bert “Sock” Wysocki.

 

 

MIDSEASON

 

In a strategy designed to give producers time to make a significant creative change, the hit drama ONE TREE HILL will be held until midseason.  When it returns, the story will have advanced four years and the characters will have already graduated from college.  Online digital diaries will premiere in the fall, allowing fans to learn what happened during the college years, and will lead into the midseason series return. 

 

Midseason reality series include a second season of the popular PUSSYCAT DOLLS PRESENT, which averaged eight-million viewers a week in its premiere season, along with two new reality concepts.  On FARMER WANTS A WIFE, a real-life farmer will search for a wife from the big city, and on CROWNED: THE MOTHER OF ALL PAGEANTS, mother/daughter teams must work together to win a beauty pageant.  The three reality shows will enable the network to schedule original reality series in key time periods over the entire season.

 

Following is The CW’s 2007-2008 primetime schedule, a night-by-night breakdown and accompanying details on all the programs. 

 

 

THE CW’s 2007-2008 PRIMETIME SCHEDULE

 

 

MONDAY

 

8:00-8:30 PM                    EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS

8:30-9:00 PM                    ALIENS IN AMERICA (New Series)

9:00-9:30 PM                    GIRLFRIENDS

9:30-10:00 PM                  THE GAME

 

TUESDAY

 

8:00-9:00 PM                    BEAUTY AND THE GEEK

9:00-10:00 PM                  REAPER (New Series)

 

WEDNESDAY

 

8:00-9:00 PM                    AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL