TV Guide: Ted Danson

The Case of the Beautiful Blackmailer

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 23:30:00 -0500

Fri Nov 27 11:30 PM HBO2e George begs to tag along on a case when an unhappily married man from New Jersey hires Jonathan to retrieve a sex tape from a female escort who's trying to blackmail him, but the plan hits a snag when Jonathan becomes another victim of the extortion ring. Patton Oswalt guest stars.

The Case of the Lonely White Dove

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 23:00:00 -0500

Fri Nov 27 11:00 PM HBO2e Jonathan is hired by a lovesick Russian ex-con to find a nightclub singer (Branka Katic) in Brighton Beach so they can rekindle their romance. Meanwhile, George hatches a plan to stimulate his declining magazine sales with women readers.

The Case of the Stolen Skateboard

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 22:30:00 -0500

Fri Nov 27 10:30 PM HBO2e Jonathan hopes to mix business with pleasure when he falls for a woman (Parker Posey) whose son had his favorite skateboard stolen. Meanwhile, George is smitten with a young publicist at a restaurant opening, and Ray disappoints Leah by agreeing to be a sperm donor for a lesbian couple. Bebe Neuwirth guest stars.

The Case of the Missing Screenplay

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 22:00:00 -0500

Fri Nov 27 10:00 PM HBO2e An opportunity to work on a screenplay with filmmaker Jim Jarmusch hits a snag when Jonathan leaves the script in a therapist's office following a one-night stand with the doctor's daughter. Meanwhile, George is surprised to learn that one of his ex-wives is back in town with her obnoxious husband. Oliver Platt guest stars.

The Alanon Case

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 21:30:00 -0500

Fri Nov 27 09:30 PM HBO2e A woman (Kristen Wiig) asks Jonathan to find out if her boyfriend is cheating on her; George is desperate to alter his appearance before a big speech; Ray needs moral support for an alternative medical therapy.

Stockholm Syndrome

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 21:00:00 -0500

Fri Nov 27 09:00 PM HBO2e In the premiere of this noirish comedy, struggling Brooklyn writer Jonathan Ames (Jason Schwartzman) does his best to moonlight as a hard-boiled private eye after his girlfriend leaves him because of his habitual use of white wine and marijuana. Created by author and graphic novelist Jonathan Ames ("The Alcoholic"). George: Ted Danson. Ray: Zach Galifianakis.

It Had to Be Ew

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 18:30:00 -0500

Fri Nov 27 06:30 PM WGNAME John worries that women no longer find him attractive after Jake's girlfriend (Lindsay Price) makes a disparaging remark to him; Linda fears that a pretty temp is going to replace her. Judy: Amy Farrington. Mr. Sarnoy: Manny Kleinmuntz.

Barter Sauce

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 18:00:00 -0500

Fri Nov 27 06:00 PM WGNAME John agrees to give free medical care to Bob, Reggie and Jake in exchange for repairs, food and magazines. Julie: Kim Rhodes. Bob: Saverio Guerra. Reggie: Terry Farrell. Jake: Alex Desert.

Dinner at Eightish

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:30:00 -0500

Fri Nov 27 05:30 PM WGNAME To celebrate their first week of cohabitation, Frasier and Lilith (Bebe Neuwirth) invite Sam and Diane over for dinner, an event that turns into a verbal battle between the hosts. And things really heat up when Lilith learns that Frasier and Diane had once been lovers. Jill: Zetta Whitlow. Corinne: Doris Grau. Al: Al Rosen.

Dog Bites Cliff

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:00:00 -0500

Fri Nov 27 05:00 PM WGNAME Cliff is adamant about suing the owner (Anita Morris) of the dog that bit him---until he sees how beautiful the woman is and she, in turn, shows an interest in him. Also, Diane plans to spend a week of repose at a monastery, but the solitude drives her crazy.

Ill-Gotten Gaines

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 02:30:00 -0500

Fri Nov 27 02:30 AM HALMRK Mr. Gaines (Richard Doyle) thinks his new son-in-law is blackmailing him after Woody catches him cheating on his wife; Rebecca hosts a Thanksgiving party at the bar. Katherine: Sondra Currie. Hives: Robert Cornthwaite. Elvis: Danny Kramer. Kelly: Jackie Swanson. Hill: Keene Curtis. Lucinda: Sabrina Wiener.

Sister Spoils the Turkey

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0500

Thu Nov 26 06:00 AM USA Everyone gets nervous when Chris's younger sister (Jaime Pressly), who was recently released from prison for attempted murder, joins them for Thanksgiving dinner at John's apartment. O'Neal: Hal Lublin.

Teacher's Pet

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 02:30:00 -0500

Thu Nov 26 02:30 AM HALMRK Sam and Coach earn high marks in night school, Coach by hours of study and Sam through extracurricular activity---with the teacher. Larry: Larry Harpel. Coach: Nicholas Colasanto. Diane: Shelley Long.

King of the Hill

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 02:00:00 -0500

Thu Nov 26 02:00 AM HALMRK After playing in a charity softball game against Playboy Bunnies, Sam strikes out with the gang when he shoots down the Playmates in short order. Reporter: David Paymer. Becky: Jeana Tomasina. Ginger: Heide Sorenson. Andrea: Ola Ray. Lenny Barnes: John Hancock. Sam: Ted Danson. Diane: Shelley Long. Carla: Rhea Perlman. Norm: George Wendt.

The Amateurs

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0500

Thu Nov 26 01:00 AM SHOe

The Ex-Files

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:30:00 -0500

Wed Nov 25 06:30 PM WGNAME Reggie starts dating one of John's recently divorced friends (James Read), but she can't stop obsessing about the guy's former wife. Sal: Robert Gallo. Mrs. Recinos: Barbara Sharma. Reggie: Terry Farrell.

The Buddy System

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:00:00 -0500

Wed Nov 25 06:00 PM WGNAME John believes his no-strings, no-pressure relationship with his latest girlfriend (Lauren Holly) is perfect---until she leaves him for another man. At the diner, Bob boasts about finding a Super Bowl ring in the backseat of a cab. And at John's office, Linda tries to talk her parents out of getting a divorce. Dmitri: Gregg Perrie. Mrs. Goldman: Mary Jo Smith.

Thanksgiving Orphans

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:30:00 -0500

Wed Nov 25 05:30 PM WGNAME Norm's wife, Vera, appears---sort of---when the gang gathers at Carla's house for Thanksgiving. The foodfest turns into a frenetic food fight when Norm's turkey, a.k.a. “birdzilla,” takes forever to cook and nerves become frayed. Voice of Vera: Bernadette Birkett.

One Last Fling

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:00:00 -0500

Wed Nov 25 05:00 PM WGNAME Sam and Diane agree that each can have 24 hours for one final lust-filled fling before settling into married life. Jealous Sam finds himself up a tree---literally---when he decides to stake out her apartment. Also, traffic scofflaw Carla gets a speeding ticket that requires she take a crash course in traffic school. Rick: Tim Holland. Pete: Peter Schreiner. Alan: Alan Koss. Mark: Mark Arnott. Steve: Steve Giannelli. Tim: Tim Cunningham.

The Heart Is a Lonely Snipehunter

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 02:30:00 -0500

Wed Nov 25 02:30 AM HALMRK Diane persuades the guys to include Frasier on an outing, but she's furious when they leave him in the woods hunting the ever-elusive “snipe.” Customer No. 1: Walter Smith. Customer No. 3: H.B. Newton. Diane: Shelley Long. Sam: Ted Danson. Carla: Rhea Perlman.

Whodunit?

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 02:00:00 -0500

Wed Nov 25 02:00 AM HALMRK Frasier is aghast when he discovers that his esteemed mentor (James Karen) has been cancelling their social plans to date Carla (Rhea Perlman), “the earthiest woman [he's] ever met.” Stan: Ernie Sabella. Frasier: Kelsey Grammer. Sam: Ted Danson. Diane: Shelley Long.

Cheers

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:00:00 -0500

Tue Nov 24 09:00 PM BIO A history of the TV series “Cheers” (1982-93) recalls its rough start; the professional relationship between leads Ted Danson and Shelley Long; the death of Nicholas Colasanto (who played Coach) in 1985; and the departure of Long in 1987. Among those commenting: Long and Danson.

Dinner and a Showdown

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:30:00 -0500

Tue Nov 24 06:30 PM WGNAME Reggie becomes attracted to a married man (Robert Mailhouse) and considers having an affair; Linda starts bossing everyone around after she takes assertiveness classes. Sara: Molly Hagan. Paul: Richie Keen. Reggie: Terry Farrell. Linda: Shawnee Smith.

Another Tricky Day

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:00:00 -0500

Tue Nov 24 06:00 PM WGNAME John's day is filled with wacky people, from two guys who want a prescription for marijuana to a man who is upset when he learns that he isn't dying. Meanwhile, Jake challenges Bob to a game of scrabble. Garland: Paul Bates. Matt: Rick Kunkler. Berwyn: Brett Gilbert. Mrs. Goldman: Mary Jo Smith. Pearson: Russ Woody.

Never Love a Goalie

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:00:00 -0500

Tue Nov 24 05:00 PM WGNAME Carla falls for Boston goalie Eddie LeBec (Jay Thomas), but when his winning streak cools off, she thinks they should, too. Part 1 of two. Mark: Mark Arnott. Deanna: Deanna Oliver. Steve: Steve Giannelli.

Three Men and a Little Lady

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:15:00 -0500

Tue Nov 24 04:15 PM ENC