Midseason TV Preview

Hey, where's <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/lost/113094/main' target='_blank'>'Lost'?</a> If you're wondering why your favorite shows aren't on the fall TV schedule, it's because they're not coming back ... or not till midseason, anyway. That means no Jack Bauer torture or JD/Turk bromance until January at least. We know that's tough, so we're here to help you out with a preview of midseason's new and returning shows. You're on your own for TiVo settings.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/24/157907/main' target='_blank'>'24'</a></font>

<b>Premieres January 2009 on Fox</b>

Jack Bauer, welcome to the worst day of your life -- again. '24,' halted by the writers' strike last winter, finally returns for season 7. A prequel movie in November, 'Redemption,' introduces a few new characters, including a female president (<a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/cherry-jones/36064' target='_blank'>Cherry Jones</a>). And a familiar, beloved character is back from the dead -- but with an evil agenda.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/according-to-jim/69857/main' target='_blank'>'According to Jim'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on ABC</b>

What, you thought this sitcom was canceled? ABC says "Sike!" -- 'Jim' will be back for an eighth season. Blame the writers' strike, which left the networks' benches devoid of pinch hitters, or blame syndication, since more episodes equals more dollars.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/american-idol/65307/main' target='_blank'>'American Idol'</a></font>

<b>Premieres January 2009 on Fox</b>

Despite the drama of the dueling Davids, last season was a ratings dud. So the No. 1 reality show is shaking things up, dumping exec producer <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/nigel-lythgoe/100495' target='_blank'>Nigel Lythgoe</a> and adding a fourth judge: Grammy-winning songwriter/<a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/paula-abdul/78920' target='_blank'>Paula Abdul</a> gal pal Kara DioGuardi. As for who will be the next <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/sanjaya-malakar/505377' target='_blank'>Sanjaya</a> or <a href='http://music.aol.com/artist/daughtry/451484' target='_blank'>Daughtry</a> ... guess we have to wait for those audition rounds.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/the-bachelor/338579/main' target='_blank'>'The Bachelor'</a></font>

<b>Premieres January 2009 on ABC</b>

Jason Mesnick is hoping that 13 is his lucky number. ABC has asked Mesnick, who was dumped by <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/the-bachelorette/310146/main' target='_blank'>'Bachelorette'</a> DeAnna Pappas, to star in the 13th season of 'The Bachelor.' This time, Mesnick will call his own shots when 25 women compete for his heart. And if he's lucky, he can finally put that engagement ring to good use.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/battlestar-galactica/120616/main' target='_blank'>'Battlestar Galactica'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on SciFi</b>

Though rumors swirled that the series' final 10 episodes wouldn't air until April 2009, SCI FI swears on a January start date. They'd better, since the show left on a motherfrakker of a cliffhanger: the fleet had found Earth to be a desolate, nuked wasteland. And, of course, we're still waiting to learn the identity of the final Cylon.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/big-love/762053/main' target='_blank'>'Big Love'</a></font>

<b>Premieres January 2009 on HBO</b>

When we last saw the Henricksons (summer of 2007), Bill was thinking about taking a fourth wife, Barb outed the family to the neighbors and Alby had taken over the UEB. In season 3, the new-wife candidate, waitress Ana, sticks around, which doesn't go over well with first wife Barb or her polygamy-hating daughter, Sarah.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/breaking-bad/10014172/main' target='_blank'>'Breaking Bad'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on AMC</b>

The stakes get higher in season 2 of AMC's second original series (after <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/mad-men/1342134/main' target='_blank'>'Mad Men'</a>). In the finale, Walt and Jesse watched in horror as their seller, Tuco, beat one of his own men to a pulp. The danger of making meth starts to catch up with Walt, who also has to deal with the brutalities of chemotherapy.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/brotherhood/942769/main' target='_blank'>'Brotherhood'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on Showtime</b>

The critically acclaimed but low-rated drama often gets lost in the Showtime shuffle, compared to buzzed-about shows like <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/dexter/989582/main' target='_blank'>'Dexter'</a> and <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/californication/1342172/main' target='_blank'>'Californication.'</a> But watch for the action to ramp up in season 3. Tom Caffee rises in the political world, creator <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/blake-masters/479455' target='_blank'>Blake Masters</a> told the Providence Journal, adding, "Heroes will confront their demons is the way I put it."

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/castle/227994/main' target='_blank'>'Castle'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on ABC</b>

You had us at <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/nathan-fillion/340255' target='_blank'>"Nathan Fillion."</a> The <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/firefly/761952/main' target='_blank'>'Firefly'</a> and <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/desperate-housewives/379235/main' target='_blank'>'Desperate Housewives'</a> star returns to a lead role in this midseason replacement. Fillion plays a mystery novelist who is called upon by the police to solve murders -- replicated from his own books. Should we expect some killer writing? (Ha ha.)

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'The Blonde Charity Mafia'

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on Lifetime</b>

<a href='http://television.aol.com/show/the-hills/223298/main' target='_blank'>'The Hills'</a> meets Capitol Hill on this new Lifetime reality series about Washington, D.C., socialites. The cities are different, but with 'Mafia' in the title, we're guessing the girls will face the same social politics as Lauren and Heidi.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/the-celebrity-apprentice/10014152/main' target='_blank'>'The Apprentice'</a></font>

<b>Premieres January 2009 on NBC</b>

A new batch of stars battle egos when the second season of 'The Celebrity Apprentice' premieres in January. No word yet on who's been hired, but with names like <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/dennis-rodman/225173' target='_blank'>Dennis Rodman</a>, <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/joan-rivers/108387' target='_blank'>Joan</a> and <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/melissa-rivers/356706' target='_blank'>Melissa Rivers</a> and <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/khloe-kardashian/587356' target='_blank'>Khloe Kardashian</a> floating around, we expect the board room drama to be better than ever.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/the-cleveland-show/10235906/main' target='_blank'>'The Cleveland Show'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Spring 2009 on Fox</b>

It'll be a sad day in Quahog when Peter can't meet the gang at the Drunken Clam to make fun of his kids and complain about Lois, but Cleveland Brown is leaving <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/family-guy/99723/main' target='_blank'>'Family Guy'</a> for greener pastures: his own new animated show. There's a great voice cast and a built-in Cleveland fanbase -- we can't wait to see what kind of sassy, talking pet they give him.

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'The Cougar'

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on TV Land</b>

<a href='http://television.aol.com/show/the-bachelorette/310146/main' target='_blank'>'The Bachelorette'</a> for the over-40 set, TV Land's new reality competition features a "sexy and accomplished mature woman" choosing her mate from a gaggle of young guys. The studs face various challenges as they try to make their way to her heart -- or at least her bedroom. Is it too much to hope that the "cougar" will be played by <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/sharon-stone/68496' target='_blank'>Sharon Stone</a>?

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'Cupid'

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on ABC</b>

For TV fans whose beloved shows were canceled too soon -- there's hope for an afterlife. In 1998, <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/cupid/334072/main' target='_blank'>'Cupid'</a> lasted only 15 episodes but earned a cult following. Now, creator <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/rob-thomas/283562' target='_blank'>Rob Thomas</a> has a chance to reboot the show about a man who believes he's the god of love. Original star <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/jeremy-piven/57008' target='_blank'>Jeremy Piven's</a> a little busy these days, so <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/bobby-cannavale/240595' target='_blank'>Bobby Cannavale</a> takes on the role.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/curb-your-enthusiasm/99931/main' target='_blank'>'Curb Your Enthusiasm'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on HBO</b>

Last season saw the breakdown of Larry's marriage; fans feared it also marked the end of the show. But 'Curb' returns after a year-and-a-half hiatus caused by writer/star <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/larry-david/207898' target='_blank'>Larry David's</a> busy schedule. Details of the new season are scarce, but word is he'll continue his warped reflection of reality by working in his real-life drama, which includes his divorce and acting in an upcoming <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/woody-allen/79388' target='_blank'>Woody Allen</a> pic.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/damages/1274934/main' target='_blank'>'Damages'</a></font>

<b>Premieres January 2009 on FX</b>

By the end of season 1, the Frobisher case had wrapped. But don't expect Patty Hewes to retire anytime soon -- not after 'Damages' received an impressive seven Emmy nominations, including one for Best Drama Series. Now, a new case has been opened. And with Oscar winner <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/william-hurt/34104' target='_blank'>William Hurt</a> on board, the show is poised for even more Emmy damage next year.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/dollhouse/10235904/main' target='_blank'>'Dollhouse'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on Fox</b>

Creator <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/joss-whedon/167372' target='_blank'>Joss Whedon</a> reunites with <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/buffy-the-vampire-slayer/237244/main' target='_blank'>'Buffy'</a> alum <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/eliza-dushku/20807' target='_blank'>Eliza Dushku</a> for this slick sci-fi series about a group of brainwashed "dolls" implanted with skills to perform various tasks, until one of them starts to gain her own consciousness. Sounds cool, right? Well, don't get too attached: Production was recently halted so Whedon could rewrite the scripts, which means 'Dollhouse' may go the way of <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/firefly/761952/main' target='_blank'>'Firefly.'</a>

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/flight-of-the-conchords/1257011/main' target='_blank'>'Flight of the Conchords'</a></font>

<b>Premieres January 2009 on HBO</b>

The wacky New Zealand pop duo is back ... but not for long. The comedians used up 97% of their material in the first season and they've been struggling to come up with new songs. Consequently, season 2 will consist of just 10 episodes, and that will be the end of the series. Maybe they'll consider an encore?

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/the-goode-family/10235893/main' target='_blank'>'The Goode Family'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on ABC</b>

How good are you? The Goode family recycles, they don't eat meat and they're generally obsessed with doing the "right" thing. But don't get down on yourself -- they're animated and from the mind of <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/mike-judge/213433' target='_blank'>Mike Judge</a>, the warped sense of humor behind <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/king-of-the-hill/51808/main' target='_blank'>'King of the Hill,'</a> so something tells us they won't be complete saints.

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'Harper's Island'

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on CBS</b>

This new slasher-thriller has all the elements of a so-bad-it's-good horror movie, with a simple trip to a cursed island for a wedding weekend getting interrupted by a murderous stalker. They're promising that someone will die every week, but since this one's on network TV, we probably won't get to see the best parts.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/in-plain-sight/10172819/main' target='_blank'>'In Plain Sight'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Summer 2009 on USA</b>

Poor Mary! Last we saw the put-upon U.S. Marshal, she'd just survived a kidnapping and an attempted rape, not to mention accusations of being a meth dealer like her messed up sister. The family drama is bound to continue in season 2, proving that this witness protection guru needs a little protection herself.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/in-treatment/10029499/main' target='_blank'>'In Treatment'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on HBO</b>

Only two players are definitely returning for season 2 of this psych drama (each ep is a therapy session) -- <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/gabriel-byrne/10031' target='_blank'>Gabriel Byrne</a>, the therapist with a failing marriage and a hankering to date a patient (<a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/melissa-george/235483' target='_blank'>Melissa George</a>, not confirmed for a second season), and <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/dianne-wiest/76163' target='_blank'>Dianne Wiest</a>, the therapist's therapist. It's an acquired taste, but we look forward to our time on the couch.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/kings/10202904/main' target='_blank'>'Kings'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on NBC</b>

NBC tells an old yarn in a modern way with this drama based on the Biblical story of David. <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/criminal-minds/206553/main' target='_blank'>Ian McShane</a> stars as King Silas, who rules a city at war. When his son faces danger in enemy territory, a young soldier, David, rescues him -- and returns home to accolades, a promotion and the admiration of the king's daughter.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/kyle-xy/942770/main' target='_blank'>'Kyle XY'</a></font>

<b>Premieres January 2009 on ABC Family</b>

When you don't have a belly button, life can get a little complicated. Kyle finally found love last season with Amanda, but that's only the beginning of the rollercoaster. In season 3, their relationship is tested by danger, tragedy and a new addition to the Trager family household.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/the-l-word/353504/main' target='_blank'>'The L Word'</a></font>

<b>Premieres January 2009 on Showtime</b>

Showtime's lesbian drama comes to an end after six seasons, but there's good news at least for Alice (<a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/leisha-hailey/215460' target='_blank'>Leisha Hailey</a>) fans -- she's getting a spinoff. As for the remaining 8 episodes, expect guest stars galore, including <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/elizabeth-berkley/5694' target='_blank'>Elizabeth Berkley</a>, as a straight girl from Bette's (<a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/jennifer-beals/4745' target='_blank'>Jennifer Beals</a>) past. Fun fact: Berkley and Beals are BFF.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/law-and-order/167770/main' target='_blank'>'Law and Order'</a></font>

<b>Premieres January 2009 on NBC</b>

Jack McCoy only became the D.A. last season; by the finale, his future looked grim. But 'L&O' doesn't do the long story arc thing, so expect him to stay put, and as usual, more ripped from the headline stories, B-list guest stars and a developing rapport between newish partners Lupo and Bernard.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/lost/113094/main' target='_blank'>'Lost'</a></font>

<b>Premieres February 2009 on ABC</b>

Just because we know the Oceanic Six got off the island doesn't mean we know diddly yet. This season, we'll finally get Rousseau's story, we'll see Jin and Locke again and Faraday's notebook will play a big role. Also, 'Lost' producers have promised a narrative device that's neither flashbacks nor flash forwards. Maybe the smoke will do voiceovers?

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/medium/148774/main' target='_blank'>'Medium'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on NBC</b>

High-profile stars must like spooky stories, because they continue to show up as guests on 'Medium.' <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/anjelica-huston/34131' target='_blank'>Anjelica Huston</a> and <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/kelly-preston/57732' target='_blank'>Kelly Preston</a> played roles last season, while <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/blythe-danner/16922' target='_blank'>Blythe Danner</a> has signed up for a spot in season 5.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/meet-the-browns/10277190/main' target='_blank'>'Meet the Browns'</a></font>

<b>Premieres January 2009 on TBS</b>

Next item on <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/tyler-perry/403164' target='_blank'>Tyler Perry's</a> world domination checklist? Bringing his hit play/movie, 'Meet the Browns,' to television. His sitcom <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/tyler-perrys-house-of-payne/1342139/main' target='_blank'>'House of Payne'</a> is already a success on TBS. The new show will pick up where the movie left off, with <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/david-mann/45066' target='_blank'>David Mann</a> reprising his role as Leroy Brown and Perry possibly appearing in a cameo as his infamous character, Madea.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/merlin/10202903/main' target='_blank'>'Merlin'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on NBC</b>

NBC boldly goes where no major broadcast network has gone before -- across the pond. It bought this BBC fantasy series, which aims for a family audience like Brit hits <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/criminal-minds/206553/main' target='_blank'>'Robin Hood'</a> and <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/doctor-who-2005/321448/main' target='_blank'>'Doctor Who.'</a> In this version of the story, aspiring sorcerer Merlin befriends Arthur, whose father, King Uther, detests magic.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/nip-tuck/334756/main' target='_blank'>'Nip/Tuck'</a></font>

<b>Premieres January 2009 on FX</b>

Last season's move to L.A. pumped up the outrageous -- and yes, often unbelievable -- factor at McNamara/Troy. (Who would've guessed Sean's agent would snap and start stuffing people like build-a-bears?) Now that the guys are settled in to their new lives in Hollywood, maybe they can get back to boob jobs and lunchtime lipo.

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'No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency'

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on HBO</b>

Bollywood's out, Botswana-wood is in? The country reportedly ponied up millions of dollars for its first major production. The late Anthony Minghella first adapted Alexander McCall Smith's books for a movie, but then turned it into a TV pilot, which stars Grammy-winning singer <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/jill-scott/427543' target='_blank'>Jill Scott</a> as the lead detective and <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/anika-noni-rose/355460' target='_blank'>Anika Noni Rose</a> as the quirky secretary.

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'Nurse Jackie'

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on Showtime</b>

Serial killers, drug dealers, kings with a penchant for execution -- there are very few heroes on cable TV today who aren't devastatingly flawed, and <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/criminal-minds/206553/main' target='_blank'>Edie Falco's</a> 'Nurse Jackie' is no exception. A pill-popping, take-no-prisoners caretaker, she often ditches her oaths to treat patients the fair way, but with an extra dose of irresistible attitude.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/the-philanthropist/10202901/main' target='_blank'>'The Philanthropist'</a></font>

Premieres Winter 2009 on NBC

If 'Life on Mars' was fall's most troubled new show, 'The Philanthropist' -- about a grieving rich billionaire who plays Robin Hood -- might take the title in midseason. Original showrunner Tom Fontana's ('Homicide') decamped, reportedly because NBC found his vision "too dark," with David Eick ('Battlestar Galactica') taking over.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/the-real-housewives-of-new-york-city/10163884/main' target='_blank'>'The Real Housewives of New York City'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on Bravo</b>

It's <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/gossip-girl/1341968/main' target='_blank'>'Gossip Girl'</a> for the over-40 crowd. Five rich, successful housewives juggle money, kids -- and the occasional trip to the Hamptons -- on the drama-filled streets of Manhattan. Now, a sixth housewife has been added to the show -- fashion writer Kelly Bensimon -- so expect the second season to have more drama, and more money.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/the-real-world/243272/main' target='_blank'>'The Real World: Brooklyn'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on MTV</b>

For its 21st season, the granddaddy of all reality shows hits the boroughs, setting up shop in the waterfront district known as Red Hook. Word on the street: One of the cast members, an engaged Mormon virgin, was recently caught smooching with <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/americas-next-top-model/66792/main' target='_blank'>'America's Next Top Model'</a> winner Whitney Thompson. The real scandal? It was in ... gasp ... Manhattan.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/reaper/1342126/main' target='_blank'>'Reaper'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on CW</b>

Last season, the demon plot to overthrow Satan ended badly, as did Sam and Andi's romance. Sad. But we bet we haven't seen the last of either of those story lines. And we can't wait to get the dirt on Sam's dad, who was being dug up by Sam's mom as the season ended. Is the devil Sam's dad, or is Sam's dad some kind of devil?

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/rescue-me/377529/main' target='_blank'>'Rescue Me'</a></font>

<b>Premieres March 2009 on FX</b>

Because of the writers' strike, 'Rescue Me' has been off the air for a full year. But fans will cheer when they are rescued by 22 full new episodes at midseason. Four of the episodes will feature Emmy winner <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/michael-j-fox/24577/' target='_blank'>Michael J. Fox</a>, who will heat things up with co-star <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/andrea-roth/61741' target='_blank'>Andrea Roth</a>.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/rules-of-engagement/762072/main' target='_blank'>'Rules of Engagement'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on CBS</b>

It's always fun to see who they cast as family members of sitcom regulars, and 'Engagement' busts out a big casting coup: <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/criminal-minds/206553/main' target='_blank'>Brian Dennehy</a> will guest star in season 3 as Jeff's (<a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/patrick-warburton/74594' target='_blank'>Patrick Warburton</a>) father. Expect fireworks between dad, son and daughter-in-law.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/saving-grace/1342133/main' target='_blank'>'Saving Grace'</a></font>

<b>Premieres March 2009 on TNT</b>

Ham, Grace's partner -- in the office and out -- had an even rougher time than Grace last season. His brother died in Iraq, and he wants more from Grace than she can give. So his breakdown wasn't a shock. <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/christina-ricci/549549' target='_blank'>Christina Ricci</a> will appear in season 3 as Grace's partner while he recoups. What will her guardian angel Earl think?

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/scrubs/182884/main' target='_blank'>'Scrubs'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on ABC</b>

A new network and new blood may keep 'Scrubs' healthy for a couple more seasons, even though star <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/zach-braff/267664' target='_blank'>Zach Braff</a> will be gone by the finale. Creator <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/bill-lawrence/477162' target='_blank'>Bill Lawrence</a> is bringing in a bunch of fresh characters, including <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/courteney-cox-arquette/15465' target='_blank'>Courteney Cox</a> as the new Chief of Medicine for a three-episode arc, and a trio of new interns. Plus he's shaking up the relationships, including a bromance for former enemies Dr. Cox and Dr. Kelso.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/sit-down-shut-up/10235907/main' target='_blank'>'Sit Down, Shut Up'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Spring 2009 on Fox</b>

No, Fox isn't resurrecting <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/arrested-development/340000/main' target='_blank'>'Arrested Development,'</a> but this new animated show from creator <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/mitchell-hurwitz/269590' target='_blank'>Mitch Hurwitz</a> might just be the next closest thing. The hilarious, crudely drawn characters -- all fairly miserable, but totally relatable, schoolteachers -- are voiced by 'Arrested' alums as well, including <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/jason-bateman/4511' target='_blank'>Jason Bateman</a>.

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'Stargate Universe'

<b>Premieres Summer 2009 on SciFi</b>

Farewell, <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/stargate-atlantis/223984/main' target='_blank'>'Atlantis'</a>; hello,' Universe.' The 'Stargate' franchise reboots with this installment, which is not a spinoff but a "reinvention." Creator <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/brad-wright/346516' target='_blank'>Brad Wright</a> told fan site <a href="http://gateworld.net/" target="_blank">GateWorld</a> that the new show will be "a little more character-based, a little less rooted in a sci-fi mythology" to draw in new (and younger) fans.

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<font color='#1c5bb0'><A HREF='http://television.aol.com/show/the-tudors/1342027/main' target='_blank'>'The Tudors'</a></font>

<b>Premieres Winter 2009 on Showtime</b>

Henry VIII never saw a serving wench he didn't want, and his divorces were always messy. In the second season, Anne Boleyn went from his obsession to the latest to lose her head over him. Knowing how the story ends doesn't make it any less fun to watch -- <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/jonathan-rhys-meyers/216059' target='_blank'>Jonathan Rhys Meyers</a> plays the king with great appetites; we're his loyal subjects till the bitter end.

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'The United States of Tara'

<b>Premieres January 2009 on Showtime</b>

Three big screen names have teamed up for this fresh-faced comedy series about dissociative identity disorder. <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/diablo-cody/481757' target='_blank'>Diablo Cody</a> wrote the pilot, created by <a href='http://television.aol.com/show/criminal-minds/206553/main' target='_blank'>Steven Spielberg</a>, and actress <a href='http://television.aol.com/celebrity/toni-collette/14165' target='_blank'>Toni Collette</a> will play each and every one of Tara's personalities.