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)

Contact:  Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105

"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)

Contact:  Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105

"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).

Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417

"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).

Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417

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). 

Contact:  Jeff Tobler, (818) 977-3719

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).

Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417

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).

Contact:  Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105

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). 

Contact:  Jeff Tobler, (818) 977-3719

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).

Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417

"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).

Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417

"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)

Contact:  Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105

"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)

Contact:  Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105

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.

Contact:  Paul Hewitt, (818) 977-6171

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.(   )

Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417

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).

Contact:  Melissa Burton, (818) 977-0105

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).

Contact: Carmen Davenporte, (818) 977-2417

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