Global Television Programming Highlights for January Programming Highlights / Global Television Network Posted by RAD on Dec 30, 2009 - 08:00 PM |
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In january, Global Adds Shark Tank on top of tons of new episodes from your favorite shows like The Simpsons (including the 20th anniversary special, Heroes and more! TOP PICKS SHARK TANK *SERIES PREMIERE* Friday, January 8 – 9pm ET/PT Mark Burnett’s newest reality show in which entrepreneurs have the opportunity to present their breakthrough business concepts to the expert panel of business mogul “Sharks” for feedback. The ‘Sharks’ have the power to make dreams come true and visions into reality but they also give feedback to ill-prepared presenters and can crush their dreams. The Shark’s include: Real Estate Guru Barbara Corcoran, Fashion Expert Daymond John, Infomercial King Kevin Harrington, Ruthless Educational Software Creator Kevin O'Leary (of Dragon’s Den) and Technology Expert Robert Herjavec (of Dragon’s Den). SIMPSONS 20th ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL *ONE-HOUR DOCUMENTARY* Sunday, January 10 – 8:30pm ET/PT “3D on ICE” The special documents how the world sees The Simpsons and how the Simpson family has seen the world for two decades. Directed by Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Morgan Spurlock, star of “Super Size Me” and “30 Days”. **ALL NEW EPISODES** THE SIMPSONS Sunday, January 3 - 8pm ET/PT “THURSDAYS WITH ABIE” Grampa is sitting on a bench waiting for his family when a thoughtful-looking man named Marshall Goldman approaches him and asks to hear about his life. Grampa tells Goldman about the time he was on a World War II battleship, which was hit by an enemy torpedo, and Goldman, a human-interest columnist, publishes it in The Springfield Shopper. Later, Grampa meets Mitch Albom (guest-voicing as himself) and shares another story with Goldman for a follow-up article. Homer becomes jealous of Grampa’s newfound fame and seeks a surrogate father. But when Homer discovers a draft of Goldman’s third story, he must race to find Grampa before it is published and his life is changed forever. THE CLEVELAND SHOW Sunday, January 3 – 8:30pm ET/PT “FIELD OF STREAMS” After a nostalgic flashback to the glory days as his high school’s baseball all-star, Cleveland visits his alma mater to find out there’s no longer a team. Principal Wally gives Cleveland one week to raise money to re-build the stadium before the season begins. Cleveland then steps in as head coach and dusts off his retired jersey in an attempt to convince Cleveland Jr. to play ball instead of joining the math club. FAMILY GUY Sunday, January 3 - 9pm ET/PT “BIG MAN OF THE HIPPOCAMPUS” After Peter hits his head and develops amnesia, he forgets everything, including his family and his friends. Lois takes extra care of Peter and tries everything to jog his memory and until he starts hitting on other women. Fed up with his antics, Lois takes the kids and leaves, giving Quagmire his opportunity to swoop in and score. AMERICAN DAD Sunday, January 3 – 9:30pm ET/PT “DON’T LOOK A SMITH HORSE IN THE MOUTH” When Francine demands that Stan get rid of his gas-guzzling SUV because it’s draining the family of money, he hatches a plan with Roger at the local horse track to avoid giving up his ride. Meanwhile, it’s up to Steve and his friends to help out an old friend. BROTHERS & SISTERS Sunday, January 3 – 10pm ET/PT “A BONE TO PICK” HEROES *2-HOURS* Monday, January 4 - 8pm ET/PT NCIS Tuesday, January 5 - 8pm ET/PT “IGNITION” While investigating a bizarre murder of a Navy pilot, the NCIS team butts heads with an attorney that has a grudge against Gibbs. NCIS: LOS ANGELES Tuesday, January 5 - 9pm ET/PT “BREACH” When a Petty Officer is murdered, a connection to Sam's life is discovered. Hetty takes a closer look at the team and how they are handling the pressures of the job. THE GOOD WIFE Tuesday, January 5 - 10pm ET/PT “INFAMY” Alicia gleans a bit more info into Peter’s fall from grace when she represents Glenn Child’s wife in their divorce. Meanwhile, Will gets cozy with his opposing counsel during a wrongful death suit against an outspoken TV commentator. 36th ANNUAL PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS *2-HOUR SPECIAL* Wednesday, January 6 - 9pm ET/PT With a new producer, never-before-seen categories, and an A-list lineup, People's Choice Awards 2010 is taking the excitement to a whole new level. Fans can tune in for the star-studded surprises at the gala awards ceremony hosted by Queen Latifah. THE OFFICE Thursday, January 7 – 9pm ET/PT NUMB3RS Friday, January 8 – 10pm ET/PT “SCRATCH” 16x9 Sunday, January 10 – 6:30pm ET/PT “WAR RESISTORS” Is Canada a safe haven for American war resistors or is it just a temporary holding cell for expatriates? More and more soldiers have crossed our borders to escape the Iraq war, but is Canada willing to protect them? 16x9 introduces you to the underground world of war resistors. THE SIMPSONS Sunday, January 10 – 8pm ET/PT THE CLEVELAND SHOW Sunday, January 10 – 9:30pm ET/PT BROTHERS & SISTERS Sunday, January 10 – 10pm ET/PT “THE SCIENCE FAIR” Sarah's interest is piqued by a divorced dad at Paige's school, Justin finds the key to his learning challenges and Nora reunites with her eyes wide open. ET CANADA Weekdays – 7pm ET/7:30pm PT ET Canada kicks of the New Year with an exciting weeklong series called New Year New You. The series features a number of topics to help kick start a healthier and happier 2010. With experts in the fields of diet, beauty and style, it’s sure to inspire some self-improvements. Monday, January 4th, Oscar-nominated Amy Adams sits down to discuss her latest film Leap Year. Also, viewers can catch in-depth People’s Choice Awards coverage on Thursday, January 7th. |
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