HDTV Magazine Daily Programming Guide — November 4, 2004

8:00PM ET/7:00 C
10-8

"Gypsy Road"
After Rico and Barnes find an abandoned baby girl, the remorseful 16-year-old homeless mother shows up to claim her daughter; and even though she accepts responsibility for what she has done, the sheriffs must still press charges against her. Meanwhile, Lopez has to confront her gang past when she sees two homegirls from her old neighborhood making the same mistakes she did.

9:00PM ET/8:00 C
Alias

"Full Disclosure"
Sydney finally learns the shocking truth about her missing two years from an unlikely source.

10:00PM ET/9:00 C
The Practice

"Police State"
When the police torture a man they believe shot one of their own, Eugene, barely able to contain his emotion, takes the lead in seeking justice.
 

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8:00PM ET/7:00 C
Cold Case

"Hubris"
Rush is approached by Roy Minard, a former college professor whose career ended in disgrace when he was the prime suspect in the violent murder of one of his students.
 

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8:00PM ET/7:00 C
American Dreams

"Beyond The Wire"
Tension in the Pryor household increases when Meg (Brittany Snow) brings Drew (guest start Sam Page) home for dinner, and it is apparent that Jack (Tom Verica) is having trouble finding Drew likeable. Meanwhile, Helen (Gail O'Grady) is struggling to balance her professional career and family and is devastated when she misses an important moment in Patty's (Sarah Ramos) life. As Jack and Pete (guest star Matthew Armstrong) are figuring out a way to install a security camera in the store, they notice that Henry (Jonathan Adams) has a lady admirer. In Vietnam, JJ (Will Estes) engages with the enemy for the first time, and learns an important lesson in war. Rachel Boston, Ethan Dampf, Arlen Escarpeta, and Vanessa Lengies also star.

9:00PM ET/8:00 C
Law & Order: Criminal Intent

"Mad Hops"
When a promising high school basketball player disappears -- and the private investigator looking for him is murdered -- Detectives Goren (Vincent D'Onofrio) and Bishop (Samantha Buck) dribble around the local courts and find what could be a missing link -- unscrupulous gamblers and college recruiters. But the cops keep throwing up bricks until they discover that several other talented players have transferred to a high school with a championship tradition and they suspect a more personal connection might yield the winning clues. Jamey Sheridan and Courtney B. Vance also star.
 

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7:00PM ET/6:00 C
Smallville: Beginnings

Lex (Michael Rosenbaum) faces the consequences of his shady dealings in Metropolis years ago when an old enemy comes to Smallville intent on destroying his life, ultimately putting Clark (Tom Welling) and Lana (Kristin Kreuk) in harm's way. Meanwhile, Clark has his hands full as he tries not only to protect Lex from the past, but also keep Chloe (Allison Mack) out of his after she discovers a mystery surrounding his adoption.

8:00PM ET/7:00 C
Charmed

After trying on a pair of her Grams' (Jennifer Rhodes) go-go boots, Paige (Rose McGowan) finds herself transported back in time to an era of free love and free magic; and discovers Grams, a peace-loving hippie, who is on a crusade to rid the world of evil through the magical power of love, preparing for a "magical be-in" at the manor. Piper (Holly Marie Combs) and Phoebe (Alyssa Milano) travel back in time to prevent Paige from changing the past and to make sure that Grams lives out her destiny to carry on the Charmed Ones' line. Meanwhile, Leo (Brian Krause), Chris (Drew Fuller) and the spirit of Grams fight to vanquish the Creeper, a slime-like blob that has surrounded the manor.
 

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Surprise By Design II
Our guests surprise a loved one with a makeover of part of their home or yard, with the help of designers Robert Verdi and Rebecca Cole. Armed with some paint, a slide rule or two, and their own brand of creative ingenuity, Robert and Rebecca depend on the kindness of strangers — in this case, the homeowner's family and friends — to get the job done. In one day. With a budget that can't exceed $2,500. In each episode, they squeeze in a "Quick Change": a super-fast, and super-cheap, smaller project. Now in Hi-Definition every weekday on Discovery HD Theater.

Starting January: Monday — Friday every week, 1 p.m. ET/PT

South Georgia Island: Life Under the Furious Fifties
An island lost at the end of the world. A land battered by the furious winds of the Arctic. A cemetery of ships and whaling settlements. Witness nature's struggle for survival on one of the most remote and unforgiving islands on the planet.
 

6:00AM ET/5:00 C
Great Moments In Italian Art

"Rome: Art In The Imperial Era"
Rome is known as "the eternal city." Historically, this small city of farmers and warriors grew to be a great power and colonized a large part of the ancient world. Examine the extraordinary artwork Roman conquerors brought back as prizes.

7:00AM ET/6:00 C
Mysterious Cities Of Asia

"Kyoto"
Travel along the not so beaten path into the heart of some of the most beautiful and ancient cities in China, India, Indonesia and Japan. This six-part series explores the geography, landmarks and history of these historic sites.

8:00AM ET/7:00 C
Secrets Of Hawaii's National Parks

Discover a land where the awe-inspiring, pyrotechnics of earth-in-the-making meets a tropical paradise. Travel to the edge of one of the world's most active volcanoes and marvel at a black sand beach where giant sea turtles bathe in the sun.

9:00AM ET/8:00 C
Secrets Of The Southwest

Journey through a land of unending surprises, a land of dramatic highlands and badlands and ancient panoramas. We'll explore Monument Valley, the Grand Canyon, mazes in the Goosenecks, dinosaur tracks in Painted Desert and Lake Powell.

10:00AM ET/9:00 C
Pennsylvania: Cresheim Road

Trading Spaces has landed us in the heart of the city and our designers are trying to help these hip teams turn their spaces up a notch. Kia tries to spice up the kitchen while Hildi throws in some hot, vibrant colors and tries a new floor technique.

11:00AM ET/10:00 C
Hollywood Spotlight

"Episode 7"
No Description Available.

11:30AM ET/10:30 C
Golf Escapes

"Episode 3"
No Description Available.

12:00PM ET/11:00 C
An Inside Look: Inside The Volcano

"Inside the Volcano" is a visually driven half-hour of high-definition television in which viewers get the closest look possible into the depths of one of these living mountains. Our cameras go above and below the Earth's crust and under the surface of the sea as we follow a group of volcanologists and geology experts as they unlock the science and mystery of one of nature's most impressive phenomena.

12:30PM ET/11:30 C
Thunder On The Brazos

Enter the world of drag boat racing. Top fuel hydros are the fastest boats, with the power to accelerate three and half to four G's.

1:00PM ET/12:00 C
Inside The Space Station

Meet individuals from across the world who have banded together to construct the world's first home in space. Trace the technological and cultural hurdles these space pioneers have overcome as computer imagery takes you inside the space station itself.

2:00PM ET/1:00 C
Secrets Of Glacier National Park

Explore a land of exhilarating beauty where no one mountain dominates, it's just one spectacular snow capped chorus of peaks. Icebergs float in aquamarine colored pools and rivers wind through dense forests into pristine lakes and waterfalls.

3:00PM ET/2:00 C
Revolution On Wheels

From the bike-jammed streets of Sturgis to the country roads of the Isle of Man, motorcycles have run the landscape since the early 1900s. Explore the development of the motorcycle, from its invention to the latest advances in racing technology.

4:00PM ET/3:00 C
The Jeff Corwin Experience

"Peru: Bear Necessities"
Wild experiences with a guy who loves adventure as much as he loves wild animals. A television series with a goal...to explore the planet in search of the most fantastic wildlife and wildest adventures before they disappear.

5:00PM ET/4:00 C
Press Secretary, The

The internet and 24-hours news channels have changed the rules for the White House Press Secretary. Go behind the scenes during the last months of the Clinton presidency to examine Joe Lockhart's role in briefing the president and the media.

6:00PM ET/5:00 C
Mysterious Cities Of Asia

"Kyoto"
Travel along the not so beaten path into the heart of some of the most beautiful and ancient cities in China, India, Indonesia and Japan. This six-part series explores the geography, landmarks and history of these historic sites.

7:00PM ET/6:00 C
Secrets Of Hawaii's National Parks

Discover a land where the awe-inspiring, pyrotechnics of earth-in-the-making meets a tropical paradise. Travel to the edge of one of the world's most active volcanoes and marvel at a black sand beach where giant sea turtles bathe in the sun.

8:00PM ET/7:00 C
South Georgia Island: Life Under The Furious Fifties

An island lost at the end of the world. A land battered by the furious winds of the Arctic. A cemetery of ships and whaling settlements. Witness nature's struggle for survival on one of the most remote and unforgiving islands on the planet.

9:00PM ET/8:00 C
An Inside Look: Aircraft Carrier

In every conflict since World War II, the Navy's aircraft carriers have been the United States' ambassador of naval might. Examine these vessels, their crews, and the incredible arsenal they carry, including the aircraft that call these flat-tops home.

9:30PM ET/8:30 C
An Inside Look: Secrets Of The Inca

Just the mention of the word "Inca" conjures up fascinating images of wealth, power, and mystery. Though the complexity and achievements of the Inca remain a source of admiration for anthropologists and historians, the greater part of this civilization's secrets remain unknown. Where did the Inca come from? How did such a large empire function at such an efficient level? How extensive were the legendary Inca riches? What was the significance of Macchu Pichu? What caused the abrupt collapse of this great people and the hands of less than 400 Spanish soldiers? "Secrets of the Inca" investigates these baffling mysteries.

10:00PM ET/9:00 C
Urban Wild

"Toronto"
Toronto's wildlife, centered around Lake Ontario, is flourishing. More wildlife dwells in the city today than a century ago. City planners designed many parks and waterways creating inviting habitats for racoons, foxes and the unique black squirrel.

11:00PM ET/10:00 C
South Georgia Island: Life Under The Furious Fifties

An island lost at the end of the world. A land battered by the furious winds of the Arctic. A cemetery of ships and whaling settlements. Witness nature's struggle for survival on one of the most remote and unforgiving islands on the planet.

12:00AM ET/11:00 C
An Inside Look: Aircraft Carrier

In every conflict since World War II, the Navy's aircraft carriers have been the United States' ambassador of naval might.
Examine these vessels, their crews, and the incredible arsenal they carry, including the aircraft that call these flat-tops home.

12:30AM ET/11:30 C
An Inside Look: Secrets Of The Inca

Just the mention of the word "Inca" conjures up fascinating images of wealth, power, and mystery. Though the complexity and achievements of the Inca remain a source of admiration for anthropologists and historians, the greater part of this civilization's secrets remain unknown. Where did the Inca come from? How did such a large empire function at such an efficient level? How extensive were the legendary Inca riches? What was the significance of Macchu Pichu? What caused the abrupt collapse of this great people and the hands of less than 400 Spanish soldiers? "Secrets of the Inca" investigates these baffling mysteries.

1:00AM ET/12:00 C
Urban Wild

"Toronto"
Toronto's wildlife, centered around Lake Ontario, is flourishing. More wildlife dwells in the city today than a century ago. City planners designed many parks and waterways creating inviting habitats for racoons, foxes and the unique black squirrel.

2:00AM ET/1:00 C
The Jeff Corwin Experience

"The Big Bad Wolf?"
Wild experiences with a guy who loves adventure as much as he loves wild animals. A television series with a goal...to explore the planet in search of the most fantastic wildlife and wildest adventures before they disappear.

3:00AM ET/2:00 C
South Georgia Island: Life Under The Furious Fifties

An island lost at the end of the world. A land battered by the furious winds of the Arctic. A cemetery of ships and whaling settlements. Witness nature's struggle for survival on one of the most remote and unforgiving islands on the planet.

4:00AM ET/3:00 C
An Inside Look: Aircraft Carrier

In every conflict since World War II, the Navy's aircraft carriers have been the United States' ambassador of naval might. Examine these vessels, their crews, and the incredible arsenal they carry, including the aircraft that call these flat-tops home.

4:30AM ET/3:30 C
An Inside Look: Secrets Of The Inca

Just the mention of the word "Inca" conjures up fascinating images of wealth, power, and mystery. Though the complexity and achievements of the Inca remain a source of admiration for anthropologists and historians, the greater part of this civilization's secrets remain unknown. Where did the Inca come from? How did such a large empire function at such an efficient level? How extensive were the legendary Inca riches? What was the significance of Macchu Pichu? What caused the abrupt collapse of this great people and the hands of less than 400 Spanish soldiers? "Secrets of the Inca" investigates these baffling mysteries.

5:00AM ET/4:00 C
Urban Wild

"Toronto"
Toronto's wildlife, centered around Lake Ontario, is flourishing. More wildlife dwells in the city today than a century ago. City planners designed many parks and waterways creating inviting habitats for racoons, foxes and the unique black squirrel.

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6:00AM ET/5:00 C
Echos from Ft. Laramie

An historical perspective on Wyoming's Ft. Laramie, and its pivotal role in the expansion of the American West.

7:00AM ET/6:00 C
Washington D.C.: Our Nation's Capital

A fascinating portrait of the capital of the United States. Perspectives from the air and ground capture the sense of grandeur and history that give the city its character.

8:00AM ET/7:00 C
Trains of the American West

Passengers and railroaders tell of the attraction that nine historical railroads still hold in the American West. Travel through spectacular landscapes aboard steel and iron wonders.

9:00AM ET/8:00 C
The White House: Inside with the President's Photographers

Inside the real west wing with the President's photographers.

10:00AM ET/9:00 C
HDNet This Month

January 2004 - Take a look at HDNet's weekly programming and specials. HDNet This Month also gives you a sneak peak at the films you can see this month on HDNet Movies. HDNet is television like you've never seen before.

11:00AM ET/10:00 C
Wild Secrets

Barbirusa: Unmasking a Legend - Two hundred and fifty years ago a Dutch explorer drew a picture of a strange animal he had glimpsed in the remote jungles of Sulawesi. A creature of myth and legend, little was know about the barbirusa. We journey for two days into the remote Indonesian jungle and share a rare encounter with a herd of barbirusa at a remarkable volcanic salt lake.

11:30AM ET/10:30 C
Bass Champs

2003 Team Event On Lake Tawokoni - Tawakoni Team event with a surprising winner who takes home 32,000 dollars!

12:00PM ET/11:00 C
Weekend Explorer Premiere

Cascades, Pacific Northwest - Go on an off-roading adventure to some beautiful mountain vistas, enjoy a picnic on the trail with some friendly llamas, and take a relaxing bike ride along a scenic river. Explore mud pots, fumeroles, beautiful blue pools of boiling water, and other volcanic activity in spectacular Lassen National Park.

12:30PM ET/11:30 C
Designing America

Cantoni Design - Tour time at the home of a famous basketball star and an interior design view of the home of the man behind the Cantoni Furniture chain as well as how to organize your holiday decorations for next year and a peek into the latest and greatest kitchen gadgets.

1:00PM ET/12:00 C
HDNet World Report

The Italian View - World Report visits the people of Italy to learn first hand their views of the World Economy... and the United States wars in the Middle East. This traditional U.S. ally recently suffered their most serious loss of soldiers... since World War II.

1:30PM ET/12:30 C
Hotlines

Acapulco - The cast leaps off a 15-story bungee jump before hopping on the most stubborn donkeys in Mexico for a beach polo showdown. Also, the water beckons as they tear up the surf on the fastest jet skis on the ocean and then battle a trio of Pacific sailfish.

2:00PM ET/1:00 C
College Basketball

Portland @ Pepperdine

4:00PM ET/3:00 C
Hotlines

Acapulco - The cast leaps off a 15-story bungee jump before hopping on the most stubborn donkeys in Mexico for a beach polo showdown. Also, the water beckons as they tear up the surf on the fastest jet skis on the ocean and then battle a trio of Pacific sailfish.

4:30PM ET/3:30 C
HDNet's Across America

A special New Year's Eve show as we revisit the people of Across America, 2003.

5:00PM ET/4:00 C
Border Battle 9-Ball Challenge

Match 8 - Scotch Doubles
John Horsfall and Alain Martel - Canada
Earl Strickland and Corey Deuel - USA
Match 9 - Singles Play
Alex Pagulyan - Canada
Corey Deuel - USA

6:00PM ET/5:00 C
Smart Travels Europe

Copenhagen and Denmark - Ride horseback through the Danish countryside, visit the Little Mermaid, splurge on pastries, and check out three well preserved Viking ships.

6:30PM ET/5:30 C
HDNet World Report

The Italian View - World Report visits the people of Italy to learn first hand their views of the World Economy... and the United States wars in the Middle East. This traditional U.S. ally recently suffered their most serious loss of soldiers... since World War II.

7:00PM ET/6:00 C
Forensic Factor

The Profilers - The murderer strikes seven times, in seven different districts. He waits long enough between his crimes so that at first, the police do not suspect one killer. He has a minor criminal record, but nothing that suggests he is capable of such mass violence. By the time he kills his seventh victim, he has grown confident, even vain, taunting the police with brief calls from payphones. He believes he will never, ever, be caught.

8:00PM ET/7:00 C
HDNet World Report Premiere

Iraq: Unseen Danger - HDNet World Report continues its coverage of Iraq with a program focused on the RPG (Rocket Propelled Grenade). This low-tech weapon, used mostly by so-called insurgents in Iraq is having a devastating effect on some of America's high tech weaponry. Take an up-close look at the enemy's weapon of choice to combat the Coalition.

8:30PM ET/7:30 C
True Music Premiere

True Music's Katie Daryl will be debuting the latest HD music video from DJ Acucrac. Performing on the show this week will be the indie-rock sound of Switchfoot, a fresh band signed to Columbia Records. Plus, the hip-hop act Hydroponic Sound System let us tag along as they performed at a benefit concert.

9:00PM ET/8:00 C
Blue Öyster Cult: A Long Day's Night

New York City's legendary Blue Öyster Cult gather together with fans from all over the country at Chicago's Navy Pier. It's "A Long Day's Night" of rock and roll celebrating their 30th anniversary, with big hits, fan favorites, and some new classics. Songs include Godzilla, (Don't Fear) The Reaper, Harvest Moon, and Perfect Water.

11:00PM ET/10:00 C
HDNet World Report

Iraq: Unseen Danger - HDNet World Report continues its coverage of Iraq with a program focused on the RPG (Rocket Propelled Grenade). This low-tech weapon, used mostly by so-called insurgents in Iraq is having a devastating effect on some of America's high tech weaponry. Take an up-close look at the enemy's weapon of choice to combat the Coalition.

11:30PM ET/10:30 C
True Music

True Music's Katie Daryl will be debuting the latest HD music video from DJ Acucrac. Performing on the show this week will be the indie-rock sound of Switchfoot, a fresh band signed to Columbia Records. Plus, the hip-hop act Hydroponic Sound System let us tag along as they performed at a benefit concert.

12:00AM ET/11:00 C
Blue Öyster Cult: A Long Day's Night

New York City's legendary Blue Öyster Cult gather together with fans from all over the country at Chicago's Navy Pier. It's "A Long Day's Night" of rock and roll celebrating their 30th anniversary, with big hits, fan favorites, and some new classics. Songs include Godzilla, (Don't Fear) The Reaper, Harvest Moon, and Perfect Water.

2:00AM ET/1:00 C
HDNet This Month

January 2004 - Take a look at HDNet's weekly programming and specials. HDNet This Month also gives you a sneak peak at the films you can see this month on HDNet Movies. HDNet is television like you've never seen before.

3:00AM ET/2:00 C
Bikini Destinations

Maui - Immerse yourself in the tropical wonder of the Hawaiian Island of Maui. Join the Bikini Destinations crew as they take you behind the scenes of their latest modeling shoot.

3:30AM ET/2:30 C
Equal Justice

False Images - Julie's key witness to a murder- an eight year old girl is too terrified to testify against the assailant; Jo Ann's success in her first grand jury hearing depends on her ability to persuade a dangerous witness to testify; Searls helps druggie Sugar find a job.

4:30AM ET/3:30 C
Some of My Best Friends

The Marriage Counselor - When Connie confides to Warren and Pino that she fears her husband is bored with her in the boudoir, Warren convinces her that she has nothing to worry about if she uses a sexy technique called "the boomerang." But when Connie's new bedroom move makes her husband suspicious that she's been seeing someone on the side, Frankie is beside himself with fear that his parents are going to break up.

5:00AM ET/4:00 C
That's Life

Idiots - Days before official church wedding, Plum and Paulie start to reconsider the wisdom of their marriage; Lydia asks a hockey player to be her date for the wedding.
 

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7:45AM ET/6:00 C
Pocket Money

PG - 1:42
Cast: Paul Newman, Lee Marvin, Strother Martin Director: Stuart Rosenberg
Two down on their luck actors make a deal with a sinister farmer to boost their careers.

9:30AM ET/8:30 C
Convicts

NR - 1:35
Cast: Robert Duvall, Lukas Haas, James Earl Jones Director: Peter Masterson
A young boy comes of age on a Texas Gulf Coast canefield in 1902.

11:05AM ET/10:05 C
In God's Hands

PG-13 - 1:37
Cast: Matthew Stephen Liu, Vince Klyn, Mike Decter Director: Zalman King
Beautifully shot film about three friends who leave prison and head directly for the waves.

12:45PM ET/11:45 C
City Slickers 2: The Legend Of Curly's Gold

PG-13 - 1:56
Cast: Billy Crystal, Daniel Stern, Bruno Kirby Director: Ron Underwood
Three friends return to the wild west after discovering Curly's treasure map, and begin a new adventure.

2:45PM ET/1:45 C
Pocket Money

PG - 1:42
Cast: Paul Newman, Lee Marvin, Strother Martin Director: Stuart Rosenberg
Two down on their luck actors make a deal with a sinister farmer to boost their careers.

4:35PM ET/3:35 C
Repo Man

R - 1:32
Cast: Harry Dean Stanton, Emilio Estevez, Tracey Walter Director: Alex Cox
A punk rocker joins the ropes as a car repossessor and is introduced to their strange world.

6:15PM ET/5:15 C
Gotcha!

PG-13 - 1:41
Cast: Anthony Edwards, Linda Fiorentino, Nick Corri Director: Jeff Kanew
A college kid, who plays a mock assassination game called "Gotcha", travels to Europe, and finds himself on the run with a female Czech graduate student who is really an international spy.

8:00PM ET/7:00 C
The Music Man

NR - 2:31
Cast: Robert Preston, Shirley Jones, Buddy Hackett Director: Morton DaCosta
A con man travels to River City, Iowa and convinces the town to finance a children's marching band. He plans on stealing the money before the instruments arrive, but falls in love with the town librarian.

10:35PM ET/9:35 C
The Shawshank Redemption

R - 2:22
Cast: Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman, Bob Gunton Director: Frank Darabont
Film based on a Stephen King story about a young banker, who is wrongly convicted of murdering his wife, and sentenced to life in prison.

1:00AM ET/12:00 C
Heart and Souls

PG - 1:44
Cast: Robert Downey Jr., Charles Grodin, Alfre Woodard Director: Ron Underwood
A man, whose body is inhabited by four lost souls, deals with their loose ends before they go to Heaven.

3:00AM ET/2:00 C
Shakes The Clown

R - 1:26
Cast: Julie Brown, Bobcat Goldthwait, Florence Henderson Director: Bob Goldthwait
Shakes spirals out of control when he is accused of murder by another crooked clown.

4:30AM ET/3:30 C
Slaves Of New York

R - 2:05
Cast: Nick Corri, Bernadette Peters, Adam Coleman Howard Director: James Ivory
Eleanor, a struggling artist, finally finds success upon leaving her abusive boyfriend..

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7:20AM ET/6:20 C
Annie

PG Time: 127
America's favorite orphan from the popular comic strip will win your heart in this joyful musical based on the Broadway hit. Carol Burnett has a field day as the wicked, tippling warden of the orphanage, and Albert Finney plays Daddy Warbucks.

9:30AM ET/8:30 C
Funny About Love

PG13 Time: 101
Cartoonist Duffy Bergman wants to become a daddy in the worst way--but nature isn't cooperating. Now Duffy's looking for the best way to make it happen--and oh, baby, watch out! Gene Wilder sparkles in this lively look at love, marriage and infertility, '90s style. "Grin-filled" (New York Times). With Christine Lahti (Running on Empty) and Mary Stuart Masterson (Fried Green Tomatoes).

11:15AM ET/10:15 C
Ricochet

R Time: 102
Two old enemies battle to the death in this electrifying crime drama. Denzel Washington is an assistant D.A. who once helped send John Lithgow to prison. Now Lithgow's

1:00PM ET/12:00 C
A Beautiful Mind

PG13 Time: 135
Winner of the 2001 Academy Awards(R) for Best Picture, Best Director (Ron Howard), Best Adapted Screenplay (Akiva Goldsman) and Best Supporting Actress (Jennifer Connelly). This compelling, "consistently engrossing" (Variety) drama chronicles the life of math genius John Forbes Nash Jr., whose brilliant career was nearly derailed by schizophrenia, but later resurrected when he overcame the disease and won the Nobel Prize in 1994. Russell Crowe received an Oscar(R) nomination for his performance as Nash in this inspiring film that explores the many ups and downs that defined both his career and his marriage. Ed Harris, Jennifer Connelly, Paul Bettany, Adam Goldberg, Judd Hirsch, Josh Lucas, Anthony Rapp and Christopher Plummer co-star. "Four stars" (Roger Ebert).

3:15PM ET/2:15 C
Trapped

R Time: 105
A husband and wife fight back against the ruthless kidnappers who have abducted their daughter in a shrewdly planned ransom scheme. Will and Karen Jennings are the perfect couple whose lives are thrown into tumult when their six-year-old daughter Abby is snatched by cold-blooded criminal Joe Hickey, whose wife Cheryl and cousin Marvin assist him. Their bold plan--holding Abby for ransom, while simultaneously taking her parents hostage in separate locations--seems perfectly devised, but Will and Karen know a few tricks too, leading to a tension-packed finale. With Charlize Theron, Courtney Love and Kevin Bacon. Stuart Townsend and Pruitt Taylor Vince co-star. Directed by Luis Mandoki, based upon the novel 24 Hours by Greg Iles, screenplay by Greg Iles. "A stylishly filmed thriller" (Hollywood Reporter).

5:00PM ET/4:00 C
John Carpenter's Escape From L.A.

R Time: 100
Ever since the big earthquake of 1998, Los Angeles has been an island, populated by the dregs of American society. Into this dangerous, lawless world comes rebel-with-a-cause Snake Plissken (Kurt Russell). His mission: find the Peruvian terrorist who stole the deadly "doomsday box"--along with the President's rebellious daughter. With Steve Buscemi (Fargo), Stacy Keach, Valeria Golino, Peter Fonda, Pam Grier and Cliff Robertson.

6:45PM ET/5:45 C
Big Headache

TVPG Time: 12
A college professor's meticulous plot to have his wife murdered gets turned around on him when she decides to kill him! Victor Warren and Julie Moses star in this short film with a great final twist.

7:00PM ET/6:00 C
Dances With Wolves

PG13 Time: 181
Kevin Costner made his directorial debut with this 1990 Oscar(R)-winning Best Picture about a Civil War soldier who finds himself as a member of the Lakota Sioux Indian tribe. In this epic western, Costner stars as Lt. John Dunbar, a war hero who decides to take a post all alone in the outer reaches of the frontier wilderness. Slowly, he is accepted by the Sioux and made a member of the tribe opening up an entirely new world to him and awakening his once-dulled soul...until the Army arrives looking for answers. Mary McDonnell and Graham Greene co-star. Screenplay by Michael Blake, based on his novel. "Extraordinary" (Leonard Maltin's 2003 Movie & Video Guide).

10:00PM ET/9:00 C
Ricochet

R Time: 102
Two old enemies battle to the death in this electrifying crime drama. Denzel Washington is an assistant D.A. who once helped send John Lithgow to prison. Now Lithgow's out of the joint--and out for revenge! With Lindsay Wagner and Ice T.

11:45PM ET/10:45 C
Children Of The Corn The Gathering

R Time: 84
A mysterious fever descends on a tiny Nebraska town, causing the local children--led by a demonic youth preacher--to begin systematically killing the adults in this eerie horror sequel. Naomi Watts (Mulholland Drive) stars as a medical student who returns to care for her sick mother only to discover the terror that must be stopped. With Karen Black (House of 1000 Corpses), Jamie Renee Smith, Mark Salling, William Windom and Brent Jennings. Directed by Greg Spence.

1:15AM ET/12:15 C
Nightcap 02: Vivid Imagination

TVMA Time: 28
A sexy bartender and lovely lady patron are aroused by the discovery that they share the same interests. With Tane McClure and Nikki Fritz.

1:45AM ET/12:45 C
8 Heads In A Duffel Bag

R Time: 94
Watch out, you might just laugh your head off at this zany gangland comedy. When tough guy Tommy Spinelli (Joe Pesci) is ordered to deliver the heads of eight late mobsters as proof of a hit, he simply jams them into a duffel bag. But an airport baggage mixup turns Tommy's crazy cargo into the surprise package of the century--and a comedy that's so funny it's criminal. With George Hamilton, Dyan Cannon, David Spade.

3:20AM ET/2:20 C
Spy Games

R Time: 95
This hilarious espionage caper stars Bill Pullman as an American secret agent whose passionate relationship with a Russian agent (Irene Jacob) becomes compromised by a pornographic tape that contains U.S. satellite codes. Bruno Kirby, Glenn Plummer and Udo Kier co-star.

5:00AM ET/4:00 C
Revenge Of The Ninja

R Time: 89
Japan's deadly medieval art of ninjitsu clashes with modern Mafia methods in a fast-paced martial arts movie. An Oriental immigrant finds he cannot ignore his family's violent past or escape his destiny, no matter where he lives. A rooftop free-for-all is the climax of this sequel to Enter the Ninja.
 

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6:15AM ET/5:15 C
Teen Witch

PG13 Time:93
A class frump uses her newfound magical powers to cast a spell over her entire school in this bewitching teen comedy. A week before her Sweet Sixteen, Louise goes to a fortune-teller and discovers she's descended from the Salem witches. Soon she's conjuring up all sorts of real-life fantasies...including a romance with the school hunk!

10:00AM ET/9:00 C
Men In Black II

PG13 Time:88
Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith are back in black! Agents Jay (Smith) and Kay (Jones) of the Men in Black (a top-secret government agency whose agents monitor aliens of the outer-space variety) have gone their separate ways. Jay has become one of the agency's top guys while Kay has had his memory wiped and quietly retired to the employ of the U.S. Postal Service. But an evil alien disguised as a sexy model arrives with plans to uncover a mysterious light weapon--prompting Jay into an impromptu reunion with his humorless former mentor. From there, it's time to break out the big guns as the sunglasses-and-suit-attired duo deal with all manor of space creature in an effort to save the galaxy! Lara Flynn Boyle, Johnny Knoxville, Rosario Dawson, Tony Shalhoub and Rip Torn co-star. Directed by Barry Sonnenfeld, story by Robert Gordon, screenplay by Robert Gordon and Barry Fanaro.

11:30AM ET/10:30 C
The Ring

PG13 Time:115
"Seven days," a chilling voice snarls over the telephone. For investigative reporter Rachel Keller, the words are a death sentence. Naomi Watts stars as the scribe whose investigation into a legendary videotape--one that supposedly kills you one week after you watch it--takes a terrifying turn after she views it's contents. Haunted by bizarre visions, Rachel desperately races to uncover the dark secrets of the tape's origin before its evil curse comes to claim her. Martin Henderson and Brian Cox co-star in this blockbuster horror film remake of the Japanese hit Ringu. Directed by Gore Verbinski (The Mexican).

2:00PM ET/1:00 C
Chain Reaction

PG13 Time:106
Ace scientist Eddie Kasalvich (Keanu Reeves) is a man on the run in this high-voltage suspense thriller. As the key man in a Chicago-based secret energy project, Eddie suddenly finds himself suspected of murder and firebombing his lab. Now he's fleeing the Windy City with the F.B.I., C.I.A., and corporate bad guys on his tail. One thing he's sure of: something's got to give... or someone's going to die.

4:00PM ET/3:00 C
Mad Love

PG13 Time:96
Matt is a responsible, well-meaning high-school student. Casey is a deeply troubled, reckless classmate who suffers from manic depression. When they meet, it's love at first sight, and nothing can stop them, including their disapproving parents and Casey's wild behavior and hospitalization. But when she entices Matt to escape with her on a road trip, her illness may be more than he can handle. Drew Barrymore is "bewitchingly watchable" (New York Post) in this "powerful, often steamy romance" (Variety). With Chris O'Donnell, Matthew Lillard, Joan Allen. Directed by Antonia Bird (Priest); written by Paula Milne.

5:45PM ET/4:45 C
Men In Black II

PG13 Time:88
Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith are back in black! Agents Jay (Smith) and Kay (Jones) of the Men in Black (a top-secret government agency whose agents monitor aliens of the outer-space variety) have gone their separate ways. Jay has become one of the agency's top guys while Kay has had his memory wiped and quietly retired to the employ of the U.S. Postal Service. But an evil alien disguised as a sexy model arrives with plans to uncover a mysterious light weapon--prompting Jay into an impromptu reunion with his humorless former mentor. From there, it's time to break out the big guns as the sunglasses-and-suit-attired duo deal with all manor of space creature in an effort to save the galaxy! Lara Flynn Boyle, Johnny Knoxville, Rosario Dawson, Tony Shalhoub and Rip Torn co-star. Directed by Barry Sonnenfeld, story by Robert Gordon, screenplay by Robert Gordon and Barry Fanaro.

7:15PM ET/6:15 C
Two Weeks Notice

PG13 Time:101
A Harvard-educated attorney prepares to leave her job to rid herself of her egotistical boss's trifling demands in this witty romantic comedy. Sandra Bullock stars as the pretty, intelligent Lucy Kelson whose work as an environmental lawyer-activist crosses paths with arrogant real-estate mogul George Wade (Hugh Grant). Impressed by her style and savvy, George hires Lucy as his Chief Counsel, but when she spends more time bickering with her boss and choosing his wardrobe, she throws in the towel and sends George her two weeks notice. Co-starring Alicia Witt, Dana Ivey, Robert Klein, Heather Burns, David Haig and Dorian Missick. Written and directed by Marc Lawrence.

10:05PM ET/9:05 C
The Ring

PG13 Time:115
"Seven days," a chilling voice snarls over the telephone. For investigative reporter Rachel Keller, the words are a death sentence. Naomi Watts stars as the scribe whose investigation into a legendary videotape--one that supposedly kills you one week after you watch it--takes a terrifying turn after she views it's contents. Haunted by bizarre visions, Rachel desperately races to uncover the dark secrets of the tape's origin before its evil curse comes to claim her. Martin Henderson and Brian Cox co-star in this blockbuster horror film remake of the Japanese hit Ringu. Directed by Gore Verbinski (The Mexican).

12:05AM ET/11:05 C
Resident Evil

R Time:100
An accident in a biotech company's underground "Hive" results in the deaths of hundreds of employees...but are they really dead? Contaminated by an illegal genetic re-animation serum, the corpses become brain-munching zombies who seek only to devour the living! Milla Jovovich (The Fifth Element) and Michelle Rodriguez (Girlfight) lead an elite police squad assigned to enter the Hive and shut down it's elaborate security system...if they can survive the army of hungry flesh-eaters. Eric Mabius, James Purefoy and Martin Crewes co-star in this pulse-pounding horror film that was based on the popular video game. Directed by Paul W.S. Anderson (Event Horizon).

3:30PM ET/2:30 C
Point Of Origin

TVMA Time:86
To catch an arsonist, you have to think like one. But for investigator John Orr, his latest firebug is beyond anything he's ever seen. Ray Liotta and John Leguizamo star in this fact-based psychological thriller about an arsonist whose fiery crime spree left four dead and cost millions in damages. Liotta stars as Orr, a legendary captain whose uncanny ability to pinpoint the origins of a blaze make him the perfect adversary for a madman who is the most unlikely of suspects. With Colm Feore (The Insider), Cliff Curtis (Three Kings), Illeana Douglas (HBO's Six Feet Under) and Bai Ling (Anna and the King). Directed by Tom Sigel and written by Matt Tabak. Widescreen.

5:00AM ET/4:00 C
Other People's Money

R Time:100
Meet Larry the Liquidator, one of the most ruthless corporate raiders ever to strut down Wall Street. He collects companies like other guys collect baseball cards, but he may have trouble making his latest acquisition. Opposing him is a beautiful lawyer, who's determined to stop him any way she can! Danny DeVito is "at his malevolent best" (New York Post) in this comedy-drama about the glories of greed.
 

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8:15AM ET/7:15 C
Hannah And Her Sisters

WIDESCREEN OAR HDTV
CCAP
PG13 1h 47m
Writer and director Woody Allen's acclaimed comedy drama documents the lives and loves of three New York sisters over the course of one tumultuous year. Mia Farrow, Barbara Hershey, Dianne Wiest, Michael Caine and Max von Sydow star in this winner of three Oscars, for Best Supporting Actor (Caine) Actress (Wiest) and Allen's original screenplay.

11:45AM ET/10:45 C
Hero

WIDESCREEN OAR HDTV
Stereo / CCAP
PG13 1h 59m
Petty thief Bernie Laplante (Dustin Hoffman) is enraged when handsome, homeless war veteran John Bubber (Andy Garcia) fakes being the anonymous hero that saved dozens of victims in an airplane crash. John is soon a media darling who's making the heart of a pretty TV reporter (Geena Davis) do flip flops, but will Bernie come out from his rock and expose the truth? This all-star satire from director Stephen Frears ("High Fidelity") costars Joan Cusack, Chevy Chase, Tom Arnold and Stephen Tobolowsky.

3:30PM ET/2:30 C
Hardball

WIDESCREEN OAR HDTV
Dolby Digital 5.1 / CCAP
PG13 1h 47m
Keanu Reeves stars in this sports comedy from the creators of "Varsity Blues" as Conor O'Neill, a Chicago gambler who gets some help with his massive debts in exchange for coaching a Little League team for underprivileged kids. At first he only takes the job out of obligation, but his team's heart - and their attractive teacher Miss Wilkes (Diane Lane) - soon have Conor angling for a championship. D.B. Sweeney and Mike McGlone costar.

5:25PM ET/4:25 C
Bandits (2001)

WIDESCREEN OAR HDTV
Dolby Digital 5.1 / CCAP
PG13 2h 3m
Bruce Willis and Billy Bob Thornton star in this crime caper from director Barry Levinson ("Rain Man") about a pair of con men who devise a clever ploy to rob banks that's quickly making them rich and famous - until they take a beautiful housewife (Cate Blanchett) hostage and both fall in love with her. Troy Garity and Bobby Slayton costar.

7:30PM ET/6:30 C
K-19: The Widowmaker

WIDESCREEN OAR HDTV
Dolby Digital 5.1 / CCAP
PG13 2h 19m
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10:00PM ET/9:00 C
Episode #314

WIDESCREEN OAR HDTV
Dolby Digital 5.1 / CCAP
TVMA 54m
Brash humor and genuine emotion make up this original series revolving around the lives, loves, ambitions, careers and friendships of a group of gay men and women living on Liberty Avenue in contemporary Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Starring Gale Harold ("Brian"), Hal Sparks ("Michael"), Randy Harrison ("Justin"), Peter Paige ("Emmett"), Scott Lowell ("Ted"), Thea Gill ("Lindsay"), Michelle Clunie ("Melanie"), Robert Gant ("Ben") and Sharon Gless ("Debbie").

1:50AM ET/12:50 C
Deuces Wild

WIDESCREEN OAR HDTV
Dolby Digital 5.1 / CCAP
R 1h 37m
From the director of "The Basketball Diaries" comes this blazing drama about New York street gang warfare circa 1958. After their brother died of a drug overdose, Deuces gang members Leon (Stephen Dorff) and Bobby (Brad Renfro) vowed to keep narcotics off their Brooklyn turf - but during a sweltering summer of violence and conflict with a rival outfit called the Vipers theirs is an increasingly tough promise to keep. Matt Dillon, Fairuza Balk, Drea De Matteo, Vincent Pastore, Frankie Muniz and James Franco costar in this pulpy period picture.
 

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6:00AM ET/5:00 C
Look Who's Talking Too

The parents of baby Mikey, who's voiced by Bruce Willis, now add baby Julie, who's voiced by Roseanne.

7:30AM ET/6:30 C
In The Army Now

Two friends join the reserves to make money for their entrprenurial dreams and find themselves being sent into combat.

9:05AM ET/8:05 C
The Jungle Book 2

Mowgli leaves civilization to visit his old jungle friends.

10:30AM ET/9:30 C
The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers

In the second installment of the epic J.R.R. Tolkien trilogy, Frodo the hobbit braves terrible dangers in an attempt to destroy the magical ring. Winner of two Oscars, including Best Visual Effects.

1:35PM ET/12:35 C
What's Cooking

Tensions between family members arise and hilarity ensues when four ethnically diverse Los Angeles families set about preparing a Thanksgiving meal.

3:30PM ET/2:30 C
Tears Of The Sun

Bruce Willis stars as a Special-Ops commander who leads his team into the jungle of Nigeria to rescue a relief worker, played by Monica Belluci, who agrees to go with them only if they consent to take along an additional 70 refugees.

5:40PM ET/4:40 C
On The Set: Gangs Of New York

Behind the scenes look at the making of "Gangs of New York". Featuring Director Martin Scorsese, Leonardo DiCaprio and Cameron Diaz.

6:00PM ET/5:00 C
The Mask

A magical green mask transforms a drab bank clerk (Jim Carrey) into a grinning Romeo with superhuman powers. Also features Cameron Diaz.

7:45PM ET/6:45 C
The Jungle Book 2

Mowgli leaves civilization to visit his old jungle friends.

9:00PM ET/8:00 C
The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers

In the second installment of the epic J.R.R. Tolkien trilogy, Frodo the hobbit braves terrible dangers in an attempt to destroy the magical ring. Winner of two Oscars, including Best Visual Effects.
 

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