SundayAnyone who thinks "The Simpsons" (7 p.m., KMSP, Ch. 9) has lost its edge didn't see last week's episode, which included a classic bit in which Homer kept filling the tank so he could get free trinkets from the gas station. The latest installment finds Mr. Burns facing his final weeks on Earth. How does he spend it? In the Simpsons household. Twenty-two seasons and still hilarious.
MondayChelsea Handler usually has to rely on reality stars to fill the guest list on her late-night talk show, but not when she goes prime time. "Chelsea's Big Interview Special" (9 p.m. E!) features Christina Aguilera, Anne Hathaway and Gwyneth Paltrow. The Kardashian sisters must be furious.
TuesdayWhat do Kelly Monaco, Drew Lachey, Helio Castroneves and Shawn Johnson have in common? They won on "Dancing With the Stars" (8 p.m. KSTP, Ch. 5), an honor that didn't even get them half off at Olive Garden. The lack of a career bump is weird considering it's the most popular show on TV. What does that say about what audiences really think about these contestants? Find out who joins the obscure ranks in this season finale.
WednesdayJack Black, Dustin Hoffman, Angelina Jolie, Jackie Chan, Seth Rogan and Lucy Liu re-create their characters from the 2008 animated hit film "Kung Fu Panda" for "Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special" (7:30 p.m., KARE, Ch. 11), in which Po must decide what to do for the holidays: Spend time with the family, dedicate himself to his job or go on a bamboo-eating binge. Decisions, decisions.
ThursdayHalle Berry and Demi Moore are big names, but they're playing second fiddle to real-life, largely unknown Americans during "CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute" (7 p.m., CNN), hosted by Anderson Cooper. Ten extraordinary individuals will receive $10,000 for their volunteer efforts, with one participant earning a $100,000 check. Bon Jovi and Sugarland provide the soundtrack.
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