Programming highlights for July 19 – 31 on CTV include:
* The ladies set each other up on blind dates on HOT IN CLEVELAND (July 19)
* Players race against the clock to win $1 million on the season finale of DOWNFALL (July 20)
* The Top 6 take the stage to perform on the 150th episode of SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE (July 21)
* The Top 5 are revealed on SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE (July 22)
* Laugh out loud with new episodes of COMEDY NOW! and COMEDY INC. (July 24)
* The heavy hand of the law hits twice with two new episodes of LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT (July 25)
* The West family looks for “legit” jobs on SCOUNDRELS (July 25)
* Huey Lewis (DUETS) and Amy Yasbeck (WINGS) guest star on HOT IN CLEVELAND (July 26)
* The remaining five dancers compete on SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE (July 28)
* The final four competitors are revealed on SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE (July 29)
Below is a chronological listing of detailed highlights for July 19 – 31. All programming is subject to change (all times ET; visit CTV.ca to confirm local broadcast times):
Monday, July 19
8 p.m. – HOT IN CLEVELAND – “Birthdates” – NEW EPISODE
When the ladies set each other up on blind dates, its love at first sight for Elka (Betty White), but Melanie (Valerie Bertinelli) turns out to be a dead ringer for her date’s lost love. Victoria (Wendie Malick) fixes up Joy (Jane Leeves) with a potentially killer date. Carl Reiner (THE DICK VAN DYKE SHOW) guest stars.
Tuesday, July 20
8 p.m. – CASTLE – “The Late Shaft” – NEW TO CTV
When Castle (Nathan Fillion) appears on a late-night talk show to promote his book, Heat Wave, legendary host Bobby Mann (guest star Tom Bergeron, DANCING WITH THE STARS) leans in during a commercial break and whispers, “They want me dead.” When Mann dies later that night, seemingly of natural causes, Castle has to convince Beckett (Stana Katic) that there was foul play. During the investigation, Castle is seduced by a Hollywood superstar (guest star Kelly Carlson, NIP/TUCK), who was the other guest on Bobby Mann’s show the night he died.
9 p.m. – DOWNFALL – SEASON FINALE
On the season finale of DOWNFALL, Chris Molles (Lomita, CA) returns and Rabia Hussain (Orinda, CA) gets her chance to play the game. The high-stakes, adrenaline-pumping game show puts contestants atop a 10-story building to see who has the focus and fearlessness to avoid his/her own ‘downfall’ and the chance to win $1 million and other prizes.
Wednesday, July 21
8 p.m. – SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE – “Top 6 Perform” – NEW 150TH EPISODE/TWO-HOUR LIVE PERFORMANCE EPISODE
The remaining six dancers compete live for a spot in the Top 5 on the 150th episode of SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE.
Thursday, July 22
9 p.m. – SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE – NEW LIVE RESULTS EPISODE
One contestant is eliminated and their dream of becoming America’s Favourite Dancer comes to an end.
Saturday, July 24
10 p.m. – COMEDY NOW! – “Allyson Smith” – NEW EPISODE
Allyson Smith has been tickling Canada’s comedy scene from the moment she put down the chalk brush and picked up a microphone. With her sassy blend of in-your-face stand-up and hilariously insightful commentary, playing to packed rooms is just another day at the office for this former high-school teacher. Smith continues to remain true to her talent-show roots. Her down-to-earth nature and girl-next-door approachability have earned her the respect and friendship of fans and fellow comics alike.
10:30 p.m. – COMEDY INC. – NEW EPISODE
This week’s episode includes sketches about a first date, Poker night, Caribana Girl, plus the COMEDY INC. guys go camping.
Sunday, July 25
8 p.m. – LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT – “Lost Children of the Blood” – NEW EPISODE
The death of a student who was drained of blood leads the detectives to a cult in which followers believe they’re immortal and make use of blood dealers.
9 p.m. – SCOUNDRELS – “Yes Sir, Yes Sir, Three Bags Full” – NEW EPISODE
When their electricity is cut off, the West family realizes they are in the midst of a serious financial crisis and must find “legit” jobs as soon as possible.
10 p.m. – LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT – “True Legacy” – NEW EPISODE
An investigation into a food-truck operator’s murder sheds light on a rivalry between the man and a powerful political clan, who go to great lengths to preserve their family legacy. Laura Harring (GOSSIP GIRL) guest stars.
Monday, July 26
8 p.m. – HOT IN CLEVELAND – “The Sex That Got Away” – NEW EPISODE
The ladies attend a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame event, where Victoria (Wendie Malick) reunites with an old flame (guest star Huey Lewis, DUETS), and Melanie (Valerie Bertinelli) gets up close and way too personal with her music idol. Hailey Nash (guest star Amy Yasbeck, WINGS).
Tuesday, July 27
8 p.m. – CASTLE – “Famous Last Words” – NEW TO CTV
When an up-and-coming rock star’s dead body is found staged in a scene straight out of her hit music video, Castle (Nathan Fillion) and Beckett (Stana Katic) delve into the world of obsessed fans, sleazy managers and jealous band members. But it’s only when Alexis (Molly Quinn) uncovers the true meaning behind the lyrics of the final song that clues to the killer’s identity begin to surface.
Wednesday, July 28
8 p.m. – SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE – “Top 5 Perform” – NEW TWO-HOUR LIVE PERFORMANCE EPISODE
The Top 5 contestants take on new styles live with the hope of advancing in the competition.
Thursday, July 29
9 p.m. – SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE – NEW LIVE RESULTS EPISODE
Another dancer is eliminated, narrowing the competition down to the final four contestants.
Saturday, July 31
10 p.m. – COMEDY NOW! – “Dylan Rhymer” – NEW EPISODE
Born in 1975 in Murrayville, BC, Dylan Rhymer began his comedic career at the age of 18 while still in his senior year of high school. Since then, he has developed as one of Vancouver’s boldest voices in political comedy. Rhymer has performed all over North America and Great Britain, sharing the stage with many great comedians including Zach Galifianakis and Mitch Hedberg. He has made regular appearances on XM Radio and CBC and was featured as the voice of Dick Hackney for the popular videogame Scarface: The World is Yours.
10:30 p.m. – COMEDY INC. – NEW EPISODE
This week’s episode includes sketches about Internet dating, Third Trumpet band nerd, the price of beauty and the return of Classical Music DJ.
