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Robin Dunne's tales of the 'Sanctuary' dark side

"It is a post-apocalyptic thing, and you see the Sanctuary in complete, utter chaos and disarray," Robin Dunne, who plays good guy Will Zimmerman, told me at the beginning of the season. "You see Will in a totally different light."

Craig Horner sees Buffy in his 'Seeker' character

He's well into filming Season 2 of "Legend of the Seeker," but star Craig Horner's still reveling in his "Buffy" moment with Charisma Carpenter.

Will Taylor Swift and 'Saturday Night Live' be a good pair?

Taylor Swift hosts "Saturday Night Live" this weekend, with musical guest Taylor Swift. Here...

Oprah and Ellen sign O mags on Michigan Ave.

Oprah Winfrey revealed the Ellen DeGeners covers on her talk show this morning, and as I type the two women are on Michigan Avenue--Water Tower Park to be exact--signing and passing out copies.

Lance Reddick's big Broyles episode of 'Fringe'

Lance Reddick, who plays the man in charge of the Fringe Division, takes center stage in the latest episode, "Earthling," airing at 8 p.m. Thursday.

'It's Always Sunny' preview: Kitten mittens!

"It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" preview - Two words should get you to tune in to TV's most insanely funny comedy: Kitten Mittens.

Oprah-Ellen cover of O mag to be unveiled Friday

It's been months in the making, but finally Oprah Winfrey will unveil the O magazine cover she shares with DeGeneres, who campaigned earlier this year for the spot.

Sneak peek: Special Wednesday 'Clone Wars' episode

Cartoon Network kicks off a new chapter in the "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" adventure on a special night this week.

Steve Martin, Alec Baldwin to host Oscars

Now we know that Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin will share the duty for the upcoming ceremony.

'V' offers mini-'Firefly' reunion

If you loved Joss Whedon's short-lived sci-fi series "Firefly" or its movie spin-off, "Serenity," you'll want to turn on the TV Tuesday.

ABC's 'V' brings political message from space

Part war story, family drama and creepy, aliens-among-us sci fi, "V" has something for everyone.

'Ghost Hunters' preview: Eddie McClintock hunts for Buffalo Bill's ghost

Eddie McClintock of "Warehouse 13" joins the TAPS team on "Ghost Hunters" this week when they go to the gravesite of Buffalo Bill and a neighboring museum in Golden, Colo.

Gavin Rossdale covers Joy Division for 'Criminal Minds'

Gavin Rossdale gets to exercise his acting muscles this month on "Criminal Minds," but the guest-star role had a bigger perk for the singer.

TV on DVD: 'Battlestar Galactica: The Plan' & 'The Might Boosh Special Edition'

Here's my take on two DVD sets that came out last week, "Battlestar Galactica:...

TNT picks up 'Southland' from NBC

TNT will broadcast the seven-episode first season of "Southland," as well as the six episodes shot for the second season that NBC never aired.

'Greek' closes season with song, dance & 'bot battle

What are we going to do with our Mondays after tonight? "Greek" wraps up its season, with a song, a dance and a battle-bot showdown.

Subtle Sexuality's an auto-tuned triumph

he latest Webisodes from "The Office" kicked off last week and I have to say, "Subtle Sexuality" might be my favorite yet.

'Doctor Who: The Waters of Mars' gets December air date

BBC America will air the third-to-last of David Tennant's appearances as the Time Lord, "Doctor Who: The Waters of Mars," at 8 p.m. Dec. 19.

Michael Bublé charms Graham Norton

I had never really paid much attention to Michael Bublé. I know who he is but hadn't seen interviews with him or heard his music. He was on "The Graham Norton Show" on BBC America Saturday. I gotta say: I was impressed. He was hilarious, charming and I liked his performance.

PBS' 'Place of Execution' is well-executed

Greg Wise and Juliet Stevenson co-star in "Place of Execution." PBS photos PLACE OF...

Defending 'my' series: 'Stargate Universe'

Y'all need to lay off my show--"Stargate Universe."

Sneak peeks: Syfy's 'Alice,' 'Ghost Hunters Live,' 'Scare Tactics'

yfy released clips of several upcoming shows and specials, including the two-night mini-series "Alice," which uses Lewis Carroll's "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" and "Through the Looking-Glass" as inspiration to tell and brand new, more twisted story.

Danny Pudi does Batman for hilarious 'Community' Halloween

"It was such a treat to play Batman," Chicago native Danny Pudi of NBC's "Community" told me via e-mail Wednesday. "But it wasn't the first time..."

'The League' pushes the offensive line

Many will dismiss "The League" as sophomoric. I agree, but it's filled with locker-room vulgarity at its best--or worst.

35 last-minute, TV-inspired Halloween costumes

Here are 17 fairly easy-to-pull-off costume ideas inspired by dozens of TV characters.

'Friday Night Lights' an underdog worth cheering on

Kyle Chandler and Connie Britton return to TV's best drama, "Friday Night Lights." FRIDAY NIGHT...

1st look at Season 8 of '24'

Fox has released this first look at Season 8 of "24." Jack Bauer (Kiefer Sutherland) is no longer working for the government. But as soon as a terrible threat surfaces, who they gonna call? That's right. Enjoy.

Seth Rogen on monsters, aliens, cancer film and B.O.B. the blob

Seth Rogen is celebrating his return to the animated character B.O.B. the blob in NBC's special "Monsters vs. Aliens: Mutant Pumpkins from Outer Space," airing at 7 p.m. Wednesday

Gavin Rossdale buzzing about Halloween

Gavin Rossdale will dress up as Buzz Lightyear for Halloween.

Head Over Hills: Whitney juggles on 'The City'

In Tuesday's episode of "The City," Whitney gets in touch with her ex. She admits to booty-calling Jay.

Head Over Hills: Everybody's done on 'The Hills'

The latest episode of "The Hills" should've been called "I'm done."

Robert Knepper energizes 'Heroes' as creepy carny Samuel

Samuel's quest, and the intensity Robert Knepper brings to the role, have helped "Heroes" rebound from a Season 3 slump.

Ricky Gervais to roast, er, host Golden Globe awards

Ricky Gervais will host "The 67th Annual Golden Globe Awards" in January. This should be good.

Reality TV comes to Chicago again

Chicago is back in the reality show limelight, with three shows featuring Windy City folks.

Sneak peek: 1st 8 minutes of 'V'

ABC has released the very exciting first eight minutes of the sci fi series "V" based on the 1983-84 miniseries of the same name about alien visitors to Earth.

Halloween 'Castle': Spooks & spoof from Nathan Fillion

ABC's procedural dramedy "Castle" gives Nathan Fillion fans some special love this week with its Halloween episode, called "Vampire Weekend."

PBS masterfully tells small apartheid tale in 'Endgame'

PBS' Masterpiece Contemporary returns with a new host, David Tennant of "Doctor Who" fame, and "Endgame," a tense political thriller about the beginning of the end of South African apartheid.

Michelle Obama gives Leno an itty-bitty lift in ratings

Michelle Obama had to endure Jay Leno's "10@10" bit via satellite as part of the deal, answering questions and naming all of "The Brady Bunch" kids in under 10 seconds.

Seth Rogen dishes on 'Green Hornet' film

Seth Rogen said that because he's a writer, producer and star on "Green Hornet," he's feeling the pressure to make it great.

Frank & Lutz talk porn in '30 Rock' video

Frank (Judah Friedlander) and Lutz (John Lutz) from "30 Rock" duel over their knowledge of porn.

Slasher scares in MTV's 'My Super Psycho Sweet 16'

MTV turns its reality series about spoiled teens, "My Super Sweet 16," into a slasher flick that delivers pools of blood, tons of screams and a lot of unintended laughter.

'White Collar' showcases Matthew Bomer's charisma

Yes, you've seen this kind of bickering buddy dramedy a hundred times before, but that doesn't make "White Collar" any less enjoyable.

Ooo la la! Gilles Marini takes a swim on 'Brothers & Sisters'

We're going to see a whole lot more of Luc Laurent this Sunday, when Gilles Marini resumes his five-episode arc on "Brothers & Sisters." All I can say is "Ooo la la."

Syfy Friday sneak peek: More 'Sanctuary' & 'Stargate Universe'

Syfy Fridays have been action-packed since the debuts of "Stargate Universe" and "Sanctuary," and things aren't about to slow down.

Head Over Hills: 'The Hills' love triangle is back

The bizarre love triangle is back on "The Hills," and Justin's in between Audrina and Kristin. Oh, and Holly seems to have a drinking problem.

Head Over Hills: Whitney has a date on 'The City'

Whit meets Freddie and goes out on a date with him, even though she has a feeling Sammy might be interested.

Comedy Central grabs syndication rights to 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia'

Comedy Central landed syndication rights to "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia," and will begin airing old episodes of the FX comedy next summer. So we can potentially watch Mac, Dennis, Charlie, Dee and Frank all the time. Woo-hoo!

For reals, Steven Seagal is a 'Lawman'

Here's a hot date, or not: "Steven Seagal: Lawman" launches on Dec. 2 on A&E. In it, the has-been action star and martial arts master reveals his 20-year "career" as a deputy in the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office in Louisiana.

'Glee' sneak peek: Puck sings; we all swoon

In this week's "Glee," Puck (Mark Salling) surprises everyone when he serenades Rachel (Lea Michele) with his "personal tribute to a musical Jewish icon."

Joss Whedon will direct 'Glee' episode

Joss Whedon, the man behind "Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog" and the "Once More, With Feeling" musical episode of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," will direct an episode of Fox's "Glee."