Weird Al Yankovic Live! - The Alpocalypse Tour - October 1 at 9 p.m. (ET/PT) on Comedy Central

Shot this summer at the venerable Massey Hall in Toronto during Weird Al’s tour to support the release of “Alpocalypse” (his first full-length studio album in nearly five years), “‘Weird Al’ Yankovic Live! - The Alpocalypse Tour” is his first televised concert special in over a decade and features hits off “Alpocalypse” like “Perform This Way” (Weird Al's parody of Lady Gaga's “Born This Way,” which garnered over six million video views in its first week of release), as well as many of the legendary artist's greatest hits, including “White & Nerdy,” “Amish Paradise” and “Fat.”

Dexter - Sixth Season Premieres October 2 at 9 p.m. (ET/PT) on SHOWTIME

Season 6 of DEXTER finds our favorite serial killer (series star and executive producer Michael C. Hall) one year later, feeling like his old self - renewed, re-energized and re-focused on putting deserving criminals on his table. But when he encounters a killer who carries out his objectives with religious fervor, Dexter begins to explore something he never thought he had use for – the nature of faith. As a father, Dexter constantly wrestles with what he doesn’t want to pass along to his son, namely his Dark Passenger. For the first time, Dexter is forced to consider what he DOES want to pass on. Does spirituality have a place in a serial killer’s world?

Homeland - Series Premiere October 2 at 10 p.m. (ET/PT) on SHOWTIME

HOMELAND is a psychological thriller starring Claire Danes (Carrie) as a CIA officer who believes that a returning war hero (Damian Lewis) has turned and is now plotting the next al-Qaeda attack on American soil. The one-hour drama also stars Mandy Patinkin as a veteran CIA Division Chief who is Carrie’s boss and mentor. HOMELAND is developed for American television by Howard Gordon & Alex Gansa and based on the original Israeli series Prisoners of War by Gideon Raff.

The Hunt for the I-5 Killer - Lifetime Original Movie Premiere October 2 at 8 p.m. (ET/PT) on Lifetime

Based on author Ann Rule’s book and starring John Corbett (United States of Tara) and Sara Canning (The Vampire Diaries), The Hunt for the 1-5 Killer recounts the haunting tale of the year-long manhunt for the killer who in 1981 brutally raped and murdered 44 victims throughout the I-5 corridor in California.

Hung - Season 3 Premiere October 2 at 10 pm (ET/PT) on HBO *Picture in AAA Allison*

Having skirted the watchful eyes of family and friends, Ray and Tanya are taking their business to the next level. But can they continue to fly under the radar of the law after setting up a new, very public front for their gigolo enterprise?

Set in the (still) recession-plagued suburbs of Detroit, HUNG stars Thomas Jane as Ray Drecker, a former high school legend turned middle-aged hooker, who now has to contend with competition from a new, younger rival; Jane Adams as Ray’s business partner, Tanya Skagle; Anne Heche as Ray’s ex-wife, Jessica Haxon, now separated from her dermatologist husband and headed back into the workforce after 20 years as a housewife; Charlie Saxton as Ray’s son Damon; Sianoa Smit-McPhee as Ray’s daughter Darby; Rebecca Creskoff as Ray and Tanya’s former partner Lenore, now seeking revenge on them for stealing her “lifestyle idea”; Gregg Henry as Mike, Ray’s friend and fellow teacher; Lennie James as Charlie, Tanya’s fellow pimp, advisor and occasional paramour; and Stephen Amell as Jason, the new male hooker and client of Lenore’s.

Halloween Wars - Series Premiere October 2 at 9 PM (ET/PT) on Food Network

The four episode competition series places five teams, comprised of cake decorators, candy makers and pumpkin carvers, working in unison to create the ultimate Halloween themed display. One team is eliminated each week, with the winner taking home $50,000.

Hosted by Justin Willman (Cupcake Wars), and including renowned cake decorator Shinmin Li and Hollywood conceptual artist Miles Teves on the judging panel, the competitors must battle it out to prove who is the best, all the while scaring viewers pants off with some of the most amazing horror tales through their cake, candy and pumpkins.

Each episode will see a celebrity guest judge join the panel including, Rob Zombie (musician/film director, Halloween), Jaime King (actress, Sin City), Scout Taylor-Compton (actress, The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement), and R.L. Stine (author, Goosebumps).

Chuck's Day Off - Season Premieres October 2 at 4 PM (ET/PT) on Cooking Channel

After a scooter accident, Chuck spent a couple of days in the hospital racking up on his fair share of hospital food, but to his surprise, the food was quite delectable. On his day off, Chuck invites the hospital staff over for a meal to repay them for their support.

Simply Baking - Series Premiere October 2 at 3:30 PM (ET/PT) on Cooking Channel

Chef, baker and patisserie Lorraine Pascale shares her secrets, passion and knowledge on baking sweet and savory recipes. Featuring old favorites as well as new twists on modern classics, she whips up tips on helpful shortcuts, techniques and kitchen secrets for baking.

Little People Big World: Off to School - Special Premieres October 2 at 8 PM (ET/PT) on TLC

The Roloffs are back, and after a tumultuous year, the family deals with a dramatic change as one of the twins finally moves off the farm and out of state. Meanwhile, Matt and Amy come to terms with the state of their marriage and the future of Roloff Farms.

How to Make it in America - Season Premiere October 2 at 10:30 PM (ET/PT) on HBO

Who will you become to get what you want? That's the question facing enterprising twentysomethings Ben and Cam, as they continue to pound the pavement in New York to make their dreams come true.

Back in New York after a potentially lucrative trip to Japan, Ben Epstein (Bryan Greenberg) and Cam Calderon (Victor Rasuk) hit the ground running, hustling for every opportunity. The partners scour the downtown scene for new business connections, following every lead they can to get noticed in the ultra-competitive fashion industry and make headway with CRISP, their homemade fashion line of T-shirts and hoodies. As the stakes get higher, these charming entrepreneurs confront new obstacles in New York City, determined to achieve the American Dream.

Meanwhile, Ben's ex-girlfriend Rachel (Lake Bell) has returned to New York transformed by a trip to Africa and Europe; Cam's cousin Rene (Luis Guzman) is pursuing a get-rich scheme by marketing his Rasta Monsta energy drink; Domingo (Scott Mescudi aka Kid Cudi), Cam and Ben's well-connected friend, is developing his own ÒentrepreneurialÓ business; and successful hedge fund manager David Kaplan (Eddie Kaye Thomas) is a big supporter of Ben and Cam's venture. Attempting to negotiate turbulent romantic waters, Ben finds his relationship with his girlfriend, Julie (Margarita Levieva), tested by Rachel's return, while Cam lands a new girlfriend, Lulu (Nicole Laliberte), who owns a clothing store.

Girl Fight - Lifetime Original Movie Premiere October 3rd at 9 p.m. (ET/PT) on Lifetime

Inspired by a true story and starring Anne Heche (Hung) and James Tupper (Grey’s Anatomy), Girl Fight is the harrowing story of a 16-year-old, stellar high school student whose life spirals downward when a shocking video of her getting beat up by her former friends surfaces on the Internet.

Nick Swardson's Pretend Time - Second Season Premieres October 5 at 10:30 p.m. (ET/PT) on Comedy Central

Nick Swardson's twisted world of trust fund kitties, gay robots and the infamous "Garry Gaga" will return on the second season following the fall season premiere of "South Park."

“We sent Nick off to therapy after season one, so we’re confident he will be even more in touch with his dark, demented side for season two,” said Alterman.

"I am very excited to be back for a second season. COMEDY CENTRAL has been great and very supportive. I feel that now, more than ever, our country needs to see a cat in a wheel chair doing cocaine. As do the children,” said Swardson.

South Park - Fall Season Premiere October 5 at 10 pm (ET/PT) on Comedy Central

Fans can celebrate their continued love of Stan, Kyle, Cartman and Kenny when “Year of the Fan” continues with the fall season premiere of “South Park” on Wednesday, October 5 at 10:00 p.m. The always unpredictable boys will be up to no good for the monumental occasion. Be a super fan and do not miss out on a single episode!

American Horror Story - Series Premiere October 5 at 10 pm (ET/PT) on FX

Penn & Teller Tell a Lie - Series Premiere October 5 at 10 PM (ET/PT) on Discovery

Show-stopping iconoclasts Penn & Teller bring their unique vision of the world to Discovery Channel in PENN & TELLER TELL A LIE, a new interactive series with a twist. In each episode, Penn & Teller make up to seven outrageous claims, such as: “A butter knife can stop a speeding bullet,” or “You can melt steel with bacon.” But things are not always what they seem -- while most of the wildly unbelievable stories are absolutely, positively true – one of them is a totally believable big fat lie!

It will be up to Discovery’s savvy viewers to spot the fake by noticing buried clues that give it away. During the show, viewers will be prompted to launch the Guess the Lie experience, available on iPad, iPhone and online at Discovery.com. Guess the Lie will allow viewers to select in real time whether each of the stories is “True” or a “Lie” – and they can change their vote as many times as they like until the final reveal. The home audience’s final results will be revealed at the end of each episode (with different results for ET and PT airings). Will America get it right?

I (ALMOST) GOT AWAY WITH IT: LOVE ON THE RUN - One-Hour Special Premieres October 6 at 9 pm (ET/PT) on Investigation Discovery

Love is blind, and some people are so in love they'll even turn a blind eye to justice. This special edition of I (ALMOST) GOT AWAY WITH IT highlights three true stories of fugitives who found romance while under constant and intense pressure to evade law enforcement. The stories of love on the lam include: Steve Lamb, a notorious drug czar who fell in love while hiding out in Venezuela; Courtney Savage, who reunited with an old high school flame while running from murder charges; and Michael Brown, a teenage killer who married his prison pen pal and then escaped with his new bride.

I (ALMOST) GOT AWAY WITH IT - Season 4 Premieres October 6 at 10 pm (ET/PT) on Investigation Discovery

For these perpetrators, the stories may be different, but the motives are always the same – to stay out of prison and live life on the lam. The criminals profiled in I (ALMOST) GOT AWAY WITH IT evaded justice for years, sometimes decades, by using their families, fake identification and even violence to avoid capture. Viewers learn how law enforcement uses all means necessary to capture these fugitives. Additionally, each episode features an interview from prison with these slick culprits, who spill where they found shelter, how they changed their identities and how they almost got away with it.

Gabriel Iglesias Presents Stand-Up Revolution - Series Premiere October 6 at 10 pm (ET/PT) on Comedy Central

It's time for the revolution! Come join the comedy party with Gabriel Iglesias as he hosts COMEDY CENTRAL’s brand-new series “Gabriel Iglesias Presents Stand-Up Revolution.” Filmed at Phoenix’s newest club, Stand Up Live, the series features stand-up sets from Gabriel and his funniest comedian friends plus music from three-time Grammy® award winners, Ozomatli, as the house band. Keep the party going and make sure to tune-in Thursdays at 10:00 p.m. this fall beginning October 6 to make it loud with Fluffy and friends!

History of the World in Two Hours - Premieres October 6 at 9 PM (ET/PT) on HISTORY

From the Big Bang to the present day, 13.7 billion years of epic history will be told in just 120 minutes…

HISTORY OF THE WORLD IN TWO HOURS is the story of humankind from the very beginning of time – from the birth of the Universe and Earth to the dawn of life, from the fall of the dinosaurs to the rise of man, from the Stone Age to Silicon Valley. Each beat in the story will reveal a surprising connection to our world today. The new special, from the producers of Life After People, premieres Sunday, October 2 at 9 pm on H2 and encores Thursday, October 6 at 9 pm ET on HISTORY.

This thrilling, fast-paced film examines the biggest moments over the course of billions of years – the Big Bang, the birth of our solar system, the emergence of the first primates, the voyage of Columbus, the invention of the steam engine and beyond – and demonstrates how everyone and everything are all connected.

Our modern world holds surprising clues to the distant past. HISTORY OF THE WORLD IN TWO HOURS demonstrates that all life forms are descended from the lowly bacteria, and shows that if not for grass, the primates would never have climbed down from the trees and learned to walk upright. The Great Pyramids were built with material made from 50 million-year-old seashells left behind when modern-day Egypt was submerged beneath the sea. All the dots are connected: from donkeys that made trade possible to the spread of disease and religion, from the invention of gunpowder to today’s political landscape.

Top Secret Recipe - Series Premiere October 7 at 9 pm (ET/PT) on CMT

In each one-hour episode of this eight-episode series, food hacker host Todd Wilbur investigates an iconic American recipe and attempts to recreate it better than the original. Through research and numerous rounds of taste-testing, Wilbur does whatever it takes to crack the recipes for foods like KFC and Cinnabon, challenging judges in the ultimate blind taste-test to guess the original product.

Trick My What? - Series Premiere October 7 at 10 pm (ET/PT) on CMT

From the producers of the hit CMT series “Trick My Truck,” comes this new one-hour, nine-episode series hosted by John Schneider that gives blue-collar workers the opportunity to trick out anything with an engine that helps put food on the table for their family. From shrimp boats to combines or logging skidders, Schneider will work to help trick out these lucky laborer's equipment.

Say Yes to the Dress - Season Premiere October 7 at 9 PM (ET/PT) on TLC

Each half-hour episode goes behind-the-scenes at the world's premier bridal salon, Kleinfeld Bridal. Part fashion show, part bridal story, part family therapy, the series uncovers the hurdles every staff member faces to make each bride completely satisfied on what may be the single most important day of her life.

The new season opens up with Kelly Ripa as she tries her hand at being a bridal consultant for a day at Kleinfeld. With the help of Randy and the other consultants, she soon realizes it's not as easy as it seems. In addition to Kelly Ripa, this season features visits from some special guests including the wife of Gary Rossington (one of the founding members of Lynyrd Skynyrd) as she searches for the perfect dress for their vow renewals, and Katherine from DC CUPCAKES along with some other familiar TLC faces.

Also featured this season - a bride who purchases two dresses totaling close to $50,000, and brides who choose to go the unconventional route with blush colored dresses, short dresses, turtleneck dresses, silver runway dresses, and flowery gold sheath dresses.

Say Yes to the Dress: The Big Day - Special Premieres October 7 at 10 PM (ET/PT) on TLC

Throughout the one-hour special, cameras follow Kelly Miller - a bride who first appeared in an episode of SAY YES TO THE DRESS: BIG BLISS - as she plans her big day. For the first time in the show's history, TLC will show viewers what happens once a bride finds her dress and goes on her way to happily ever after.

Kelly made a lasting impression with her big personality and confidence when she came to Kleinfeld to find her dream dress. This plus-size bride knows what she wants, and once she found her perfect dress, viewers had to find out what happened next. While Kelly tries to keep both her parents happy through all the crazy planning and attempts to include (and not fight with) her fiancé Roger, she's also dealing with stress surrounding her own body image and weight. From the cake and invitations to the venue, flowers, and fittings - viewers will get to join in on Kelly's experience as she goes from 'Saying Yes to the Dress' to 'The Big Day'.

Celebrate Kim’s Fairytale Wedding: A Kardashian Event in a special two-night television event on Sunday, October 9 at 8:00 pm and Monday, October 10 at 9:00 pm, only on E! Follow the bride, groom and entire Kardashian clan every step of the way as Kim and Kris finally say “I do.”

6 Days to Air: The Making of 'South Park' - Premieres October 9 at 10 PM (ET/PT) on Comedy Central

Renowned documentarian Arthur Bradford (“How’s Your News?”) was granted unprecedented access to Trey Parker and Matt Stone, the creative masterminds behind the Emmy® and Peabody® Award-winning series, “South Park.” Shot extensively over the course of three months at the South Park Studios in Los Angeles, this exclusive documentary film, “6 Days to Air: The Making of ‘South Park,’” chronicles the rigorous process of producing the iconic series in under a week.

Bradford’s cameras were granted access into the creative process, opening up Parker and Stone’s world to reveal the high-pressure work environment that allows them to turn an idea into a full 22-minute episode each week. COMEDY CENTRAL debuts the hour-long documentary film, “6 Days to Air: The Making of ‘South Park’” on Sunday, October 9 at 10:00 p.m. All-new episodes of “South Park” air on Wednesdays at 10:00 p.m.

“We wanted to make something that would appeal to both the hard-core fans and the casual viewers,” said Bradford. “Trey and Matt are two of the most interesting people I know and the way they make ‘South Park’ is completely fascinating and inspiring.”

Five - Lifetime Original Movie Premiere on October 10 at 9 p.m. (ET/PT) on Lifetime

Lifetime’s October tent-pole original movie, Five, the eagerly-awaited movie directed by Jennifer Aniston, Demi Moore, Alicia Keys, Penelope Spheeris and Patty Jenkins, and featuring an all-star ensemble cast. A bold anthology of five short films exploring the impact of breast cancer on people’s lives, Five uses humor and drama to focus on the effect breast cancer and its different stages of diagnosis have on relationships and the way women perceive themselves while searching for strength, comfort, medical breakthroughs and, ultimately, a cure.

Five’s cast includes Academy Award® nominee Patricia Clarkson (Pieces of April), Rosario Dawson (Sin City), Lyndsy Fonseca (How I Met Your Mother), Ginnifer Goodwin (Big Love), Josh Holloway (Lost), Taylor Kinney (The Vampire Diaries), Jenifer Lewis (The Princess and the Frog), Jennifer Morrison (House M.D.), Kathy Najimy (WALL-E), Golden Globe® Award winner Bob Newhart (Horrible Bosses), Annie Potts (Law & Order: SVU), Tracee Ellis Ross (Girlfriends), Emmy® and Golden Globe winner Tony Shalhoub (Monk), and Emmy nominees Jeffrey Tambor (Arrested Development) and Jeanne Tripplehorn (Big Love).

Bored to Death - Season 3 Premiere October 10 at 9 pm (ET/PT) on HBO *Picture in AAA Allison*

Starring Jason Schwartzman (“Scott Pilgrim vs. the World,” “Funny People”) as the fictional Jonathan Ames, BORED TO DEATH tells the story of the noir-obsessed writer, who moonlights as an unlicensed private detective listing his services on Craigslist. This season, Ames has published “A Blonde in the Woods,” his collection of mystery stories, and is living in the topmost apartment of Brooklyn’s Williamsburgh bank tower, while putting his sleuthing skills to the test for a myriad of clients new and old.

Meanwhile, Jonathan’s mentor and benefactor George Christopher, played by Ted Danson (“Damages,” HBO’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm”), has left the magazine business to open his artisanal restaurant George on Jane, located on Jane Street in the West Village, while also attempting to reconnect with his estranged daughter. And Jonathan’s close friend, cartoonist Ray Hueston, played by Zach Galifianakis (“The Hangover II,” “Due Date”) begins to transform into a Park Slope mom when one of the lesbians who bought his sperm on the black market contact him after her divorce.

Enlightened - Series Premiere October 10 at 9:30 PM (ET/PT) on HBO

Laura Dern stars as Amy Jellicoe, an ambitious executive at a global conglomerate, has been her own worst enemy for most of her adult life. Her self-destructive choices, both at home and at work, have resulted in a very public, humiliating nervous breakdown. After an extended stay at a treatment center in Hawaii, Amy returns to her fractured life, determined to lead a more enlightened existence. But her newfound noble intentions only ratchet up the drama, wreaking unexpected havoc on those around her.

A unique blend of comedy and drama, the new HBO series ENLIGHTENED kicks off its ten-episode season MONDAY, OCT. 10 (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO.

Jonathan Ames continues to ply his trade as an unlicensed private detective, getting caught up in increasingly risky jobs and absurd adventures around New York City with George and Ray, his always supportive partners in solving crime. In addition, a shocking revelation drives him to embark on one of his most important cases yet, the quest to find his biological father. As if that wasn’t enough, Jonathan’s writing career is finally starting to look up with the publication of his long-delayed second book.

 

COLD BLOOD - Season 3 Premieres October 11 at 9 pm (ET/PT) on Investigation Discovery

COLD BLOOD returns to the crime scene so that viewers can examine all the evidence for themselves. Combining the thrill of mystery with the visceral experience of true crime drama, this series presents competing versions of what may have happened, and re-enacts the events from different perspectives as new evidence comes to light. Each episode tells the story of one homicide investigation that revolves around the forensic investigation of the crime scene, and follows the clues wherever they may lead.

Eat St. - Season Premieres October 11 at 8 PM (ET/PT) on Cooking Channel

Season two's first port of call is San Diego to meet the Mangia Mangia Mobile run by two hot-headed Italians. Biting at the heels is a visit to Austin, Texas to the Pig Vicious Trailer for all things pork related and a visit to the Cazamance Trailer for some sizzling Senegalese cuisine. Finally, things get heated in New Orleans with a fire truck called Dragos that serves charbroiled oysters right off the back

Chilean Mine Rescue - Premieres October 13 at 8 PM (ET/PT) on Smithsonian Channel

It was the agonizing fight for survival by thirty-three men that captivated the entire world. Underground, it is a story of starvation, despair and danger around every turn. Above ground, it is a race against time by an international team as they re-invent mine rescue in real time to get the men out. Told by those who lived through it, CHILEAN MINE RESCUE premieres one year to the day of the historical rescue of the 33 miners trapped under half a mile of rock at the San Jose, Chile mine.

During late summer of 2010, the world became riveted by a life and death drama that gripped the imagination and called upon astonishing feats of engineering science and human endurance. Since we began extracting minerals from the Earth, these types of subterranean ordeals have many times ended tragically. But, in this case, the story evolved in a way that was inspiring, and ultimately triumphant. CHILEAN MINE RESCUE goes behind the headlines to examine not just what happened during those 68 remarkable days, but how and why. Combining first person accounts, compelling footage of the trapped miners, 3-D animation and dramatic recreations, Smithsonian Channel tells the story behind the extraordinary rescue of “Los 33.”

The miners were buried deeper, and would need to survive underground longer than in any previous rescue attempt. Only a handful of people in the entire world have the tools and skill to attempt an extraction of men entombed half a mile below the surface. Despite the odds, Chilean Minister of Mining Laurence Golbourne galvanized an international rescue effort, with teams from Australia, South Africa, and the United States, the cost of which was estimated at $20 million dollars.

Interviews show the families’ joy at the miners’ return, and the changes faced by men who are now – one year after the rescue – international celebrities.

Say Yes to the Dress: The Big Day - One Hour Special Premieres October 14 at 10 PM (ET/PT) on TLC

SAY YES TO THE DRESS: THE BIG DAY will follow Kelly Miller -- a bride (and fan favorite!) who first appeared in an episode of SAY YES TO THE DRESS: BIG BLISS -- as she plans her big day.

For the first time in the show's history, TLC will show viewers what happens once a bride finds her dress and goes on her way to happily ever after. Kelly made a lasting impression with her big personality and confidence when she came to Kleinfeld to find her dream dress. This plus-size bride knows what she wants, and once she found her perfect dress, viewers had to find out what happened next. While Kelly tries to keep both her parents happy through all the crazy planning and attempts to include (and not fight with) her fiancé Roger, she's also dealing with stress surrounding her own body image and weight. From the cake and invitations to the venue, flowers, and fittings - viewers will get to join in on Kelly's experience as she goes from 'Saying Yes to the Dress' to 'The Big Day'.

Craig Ferguson: Does This Need to Be Said? - Premieres October 15 at 10 pm (ET/PT) on Comedy Central

The gloriously ribald Scotsman and “Late Late Show’s” host Craig Ferguson takes to the stage in this all-new comedy special for a night of jokes and storytelling peppered with the kinds of words he is not allowed to say on network TV. Before a hootin' and hollerin' Nashville audience, Ferguson tackles every topic from celebrity sex scandals, to booze, to his own hilarious heavy metal past.

Filmed at the Polk Theater in Nashville, Ferguson explains his love for “friendly cussing” and the frustration he feels when he cannot use certain “naughty” words on the “The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson.” In his second one-hour special to air on COMEDY CENTRAL, Ferguson explains what sex education was like growing up in Scotland, how celebrity scandals make for easy work days and how terrifying it was to meet “Bond-like” villain, Dick Cheney, while hosting the White House Correspondents dinner.

Sing Your Song - Debuts October 17 at 10 PM (ET/PT) on HBO

During the course of an inspiring life that has paralleled the American civil rights movement, artist and crusader Harry Belafonte has tirelessly used his humanitarian influence to advance causes of social justice, while forging a unique career punctuated by prestigious awards and industry firsts.

Filmmaker Susanne Rostock tells the rich life story of this remarkable artist and humanitarian in the intimate feature-length documentary SING YOUR SONG

Distilled from more than 700 hours of interviews, eyewitness accounts, movie clips, excerpts from FBI files, and news and rare archival film footage and stills, some of which has never been seen before, SING YOUR SONG reveals Belafonte as a tenacious hands-on activist who worked intimately with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., mobilized celebrities for social justice, participated in the struggle against apartheid in South Africa and took action to counter gang violence, prisons and the incarceration of youth.

In addition to Belafonte, those interviewed in SING YOUR SONG include: Tony Bennett, Diahann Carroll, Ruby Dee, Whoopi Goldberg, Quincy Jones, Coretta Scott King, Rep. John Lewis, Miriam Makeba, Nelson Mandela, Sidney Poitier, George Schlatter, Tom Smothers, Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Andrew Young, as well as his children Adrienne Belafonte Biesemeyer, David Belafonte, Gina Belafonte (one of the film’s producers) and Shari Belafonte, former wife Julie Belafonte and current wife Pamela Belafonte.

SCREAM 2011 - Premieres October 18 at 9 PM (ET/PT) on Spike TV

“SCREAM 2011” pays homage to everything that is great about comics, fantasy, sci-fi and horror. Scream is the first show of its kind to honor and recognize these hugely popular genres and features exclusive world premieres.

After eight films, nine Academy Award nominations, and years of inspiring millions of fans worldwide, Spike TV will say goodbye to the “Harry Potter” films as it presents the ultimate farewell tribute to the blockbuster franchise at its “SCREAM Awards 2011.” The sixth annual event, which honors all things sci-fi, fantasy, horror and comic books, will tape at Universal Studios on Saturday, October 15, and premiere on Spike TV on Tuesday, October 18

Two-time Academy Award nominee Robert Downey Jr. will attend to accept SCREAM’s prestigious Hero Award. With wildly successful films like “Sherlock Holmes” and “Iron Man,” Downey has captivated fans and critics alike with his daring and iconic interpretations of some of cinema’s most beloved characters.

THE WILL: OUTRAGEOUS FINAL WISHES - One-Hour Special Premires October 19 at 8 pm (ET/PT) on Investigation Discovery

When most people die they choose to go the same way: a traditional funeral and burial. But for some, what happens to their body after they die is their last chance to make a memorable statement about their life. OUTRAGEOUS FINAL WISHES takes a look at those thinking outside the box and are pushing the limits of what they want done to their bodies and possessions. Some go out with a literal bang, others pay tribute to the life’s work, and still others have less noble plans and use their wills to hatch bizarre revenge schemes from the grave.

THE WILL: FAMILY SECRETS REVEALED - Season 2 Premieres October 19 at 9 pm (ET/PT) on Investigation Discovery

Investigation Discovery invites viewers on an emotional journey of family members dealing with the aftermath of a loved one’s final wishes in THE WILL: FAMILY SECRETS REVEALED. Each hour-long episode of THE WILL presents the most curious and contentious real-life stories of family inheritance, capturing personal drama filled with conspiracies, greed, tension and turmoil. When someone dies, they can no longer cover up the secrets that they hid during their lifetime – from the truth of the value of their assets or their surprising debt to revelations of passionate affairs, long forgotten.

DEVIL YOU KNOW - Season 2 Premieres October 19 at 10 pm (ET/PT) on Investigation Discovery

DEVIL YOU KNOW delves into the secret lives of men and women who masquerade as law-abiding citizens but, behind the charade, are hiding deadly intentions from their loved ones. As each story unfolds, family and friends give first-hand accounts of the unimaginable betrayal that left them in the dark. These harrowing personal testimonials take viewers on a twisted journey as witnesses wrestle with the demons and devils they have come to know all too well.

Extra Virgin - Season Premieres October 19 at 10:30 PM (ET/PT) on Cooking Channel

Debi and Gabriele’s lives have been turned upside down by their family’s move to a new home. They decide to hold a yard sale and invite the entire neighborhood – but not before Gabriele fires up their outdoor pizza oven and makes a Wood-Fired Breakfast Pizza. After treating the neighbors to Fried Tuscan Olives and Debi’s Limoncello Spritzer, they finish out the day with their first family dinner in the new house - Conchiglie with Guanciale and Peas and a Mascarpone and Berry Tarte. They may still be living out of boxes and the RV in the driveway, but cooking delicious Tuscan dishes in the kitchen together makes them feel at home.

Sweet Home Alabama - Season 2 Premiere October 20 at 9 pm (ET/PT) on CMT

Although hurt by Devin’s decision, Tribble Reese has decided to give love another chance, signing on to be the new bachelor on the second season of SWEET HOME ALABAMA. This time, he will be faced with the tough decision of city versus country in the search for his Ms. Right, choosing between girls from all across the country who are heading to Alabama to help mend his broken heart.

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team 6 - Premieres October 20 at 10 pm (ET/PT) on CMT

America’s most-loved cheerleading squad is back as CMT presents an all-new season of DALLAS COWBOYS CHEERLEADERS: MAKING THE TEAM. This season, the competition is as fierce as ever as cameras capture hundreds of hopefuls auditioning and training for a spot on the team.

Back to whip the new recruits and seasoned veterans into top performance shape are Kelli Finglass, director of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders; Judy Trammell, the team choreographer; and Jay Johnson, the no-nonsense fitness trainer. Finglass, Trammell and Johnson test the rookies for the tough physical and mental stamina required to represent the organization. New recruits compete toe-to-toe and learn precision dance routines alongside veteran cheerleaders for a coveted spot in training camp. In the end, only the best will make the squad and earn the privilege to be called a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader.

Gigolos - Season 2 Premieres October 20 at 11 PM (ET/PT) on SHOWTIME

Sin City’s hottest escorts will return with an all-new clientele on season two of GIGOLOS, premiering on SHOWTIME on Thursday, October 20th at 11 PM ET/PT. The eight-episode unscripted series will continue to offer an uncensored look at the unique lives of high-end, male escorts Nick, Vin, Steven, Jimmy and Brace as they balance relationships, friendships and family with the insatiable demands of their all-female clientele.

Pitchin' In - Series Premiere October 20 at 10:30 PM (ET/PT) on Cooking Channel

Lynn Crawford travels to far-flung locations, doing whatever it takes to get the best, freshest ingredients in the world, even if it means putting herself at risk. Throughout her journey, she’ll take on any challenge, relying on locals to show her how it’s done. It’s a dirty job, but Chef Lynn is dying to do it.

Boss - Series Premiere October 21 at 10 PM (ET/PT) on STARZ

While the people of Chicago may have the ballot, there is only one person who holds the power: Mayor Tom Kane. Kane holds sway over just about everything in Chicago - except his own life. He has become estranged from his wife and daughter, leaving him with no one to turn to when he's suddenly confronted with the fact that he has a degenerative brain disorder. It's a secret that threatens to topple all the dominoes that preserve his power. This is the intense premise of "Boss," a STARZ original drama series set in a fictional Chicago mayor's office. Starring Kelsey Grammer.

ON THE CASE WITH PAULA ZAHN - Season 5 Premieres October 23 at 10 pm (ET/PT) on Investigation Discovery

Profiling fascinating true stories and featuring gripping interviews conducted by Emmy Award-winning journalist Paula Zahn, ON THE CASE is a shining example of ID’s core brand mission to investigate life’s mysteries through riveting storytelling. Zahn’s journalistic expertise and passion for the truth resonate as ON THE CASE unravels shocking investigations that have dominated headlines, and intriguing original stories uncovered exclusively for ID’s audience.

Possessing Piper Rose - Lifetime Original Movie Premiere October 24 at 9 p.m. (ET/PT) on Lifetime

The story of a couple (Rebecca Romijn, X-Men, Ugly Betty and David Cubitt, Medium, Lifetime’s Bond of Silence) so desperate to adopt a child they might even bend the rules to get one. But when the three-year old little girl of their dreams arrives, strange, inexplicable events begin to happen that threaten the couple’s lives.

DISAPPEARED - Season 4 Premieres October 24 at 10 pm (ET/PT) on Investigation Discovery

When someone goes missing, every moment is an emotional roller coaster for the loved ones left behind, and every second and every single clue counts in the search for the missing. Each episode of DISAPPEARED begins at the time immediately before the individual vanished, and chronicles the search for clues hidden beneath seemingly everyday behavior that may indicate what happened to the individual. While some of the resolutions are heart-warming and others tragic, many cases remain open to this day and continue to be a source of unbearable frustration for family members and friends. For the open cases that have gone cold, DISAPPEARED asks viewers to share any fresh leads in hopes of deciphering what truly happened to the missing and whether foul play may have been involved, or if the person simply chose to leave on their own.

HOMICIDE HUNTER: LT. JOE KENDA - Series Premiere October 25 at 10 pm (ET/PT) on Investigation Discovery

HOMICIDE HUNTER is a new investigative series of murder cases told through the personal experience of retired detective, Lieutenant Joe Kenda. With his personal interviews and compelling storytelling style, Kenda captivates with the details of a different investigation each week – from the racing adrenaline he felt when receiving an initial homicide call to the satisfaction of closing the case file. Making it unique, this series delivers the emotional and psychological effects of murder on the investigator himself.

After more than two decades of catching killers, Lt. Kenda has memories that 13 years of retirement and even the best therapist in the country can’t bury. During his tenure, Lt. Kenda and his team solved 387 homicide investigations, resulting in a 92% solve rate. In each one-hour episode of HOMICIDE HUNTER, Lt. Kenda re-opens his “Murder Books” for viewers – folders in which every detail of his murder cases is held – to revisit each case and detail the beats and process of how he solved each crime. The result is a personal journey for Lt. Kenda as he chips away at the long-suppressed nightmares that have plagued him for so long.

Flip Men - Series Premiere October 25 at 10:30 PM (ET/PT) on Spike TV

Follow Utah-based real estate investors, Doug Clark and Mike Baird, as they attempt to turn foreclosed property into profit. After a fierce daily bidding war at auction, the duo acquires homes sight unseen. When they first enter a newly purchased house, they never know what’s behind the door: a biohazard, a meth lab, or an angry former tenant who just doesn’t want to leave. Now they have to clean up the place, renovate it, stage it, get it to market, and flip it…FAST. It’s a race against time, because every day means thousands of dollars out of their pocket. They’re the ultimate prospectors, and the stakes couldn’t be higher.

The Education of Dee Dee Ricks - 8:30 PM on HBO

A profile in courage and an indictment of America’s health care system, THE EDUCATION OF DEE DEE RICKS begins in 2008, when this self-described “vain” woman and single parent to two boys was diagnosed with aggressive stage II breast cancer and underwent a double mastectomy. She decided to document her experience for her children, in case anything happened to her. During her successful recovery, Ricks receives her first medical bills. Although able to afford the payments, she is disturbed by the realization that many women are bankrupted by the expense.

Ricks subsequently meets with Dr. Harold P. Freeman, founder and president of Harlem’s Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Care, believed to be the only cancer center in the nation to provide or ensure access to timely cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment to all patients, irrespective of their ability to pay, and she pledges to raise $2.5 million for the clinic. (According to the American Cancer Society, African-American women are less likely to develop breast cancer, but 37 percent more likely to die, from the disease than their white counterparts.)

At the clinic, Ricks bonds with Cynthia Dodson, an uninsured African-American breast cancer patient whose resilience and optimism are an inspiration. The two become as close as sisters, supporting each other through treatment. As Ricks celebrates her last chemotherapy session, she learns that Dodson has spots on her liver and resolves to make sure her friend receives the best care possible, while stepping up her support for the Center. Unfortunately, because Dodson’s diagnosis and treatment came late due to her financial status, her future is in doubt.

The challenges she meets, the revelations she experiences and the friendships she forges turn out to be the ultimate education for Dee Dee Ricks. Reflecting on her new priorities in life, she concludes, “Cancer was the best thing that ever happened to me.”

Grimm - Series Premiere October 28 at 9 PM (ET/PT) on NBC

The new series, inspired by Grimm’s Fairy Tales, follows Detective Nick Burkhardt (David Giuntoli) as he traces his roots to a race of criminal profilers tasked with keeping the human and mythological world in check.

Brides of Beverly Hills - Series Premiere October 28 on TLC at 10 PM (ET/PT)

TLC expands its fan-favorite wedding programming with the extravagant new series, The Brides of Beverly Hills, premiering on October 28th at 10 and 10:30 pm. The series gives an inside look into the hearts - and wallets - of Beverly Hills’ over-the-top brides. Receiving its US premiere, the series consists of 13 30-minute episodes, which will air back-to-back over the course of 10 weeks.

Set in the stunning salon of Renee Strauss, the series follows as she and her wedding-savvy crew, including a wedding planner straight out of Father of the Bride - Kevin Lee, pamper the most discerning of clients. Beverly Hills is not your average neighborhood, and its brides-to-be are no exception. Clientele range from old money to new socialites; some arrive under a pseudonym while others bring their whole entourage. Certain brides demand the highest glitz while others opt for gentle elegance. Through it all, the champagne flows, as do tears, laughs, and quirky tales about the clients’ star-studded lives. More than finding the perfect dress, Strauss and her team help transform the biggest dreams and unlimited budgets into a bride's perfect day.

From the Sky Down - US Premiere October 29 at 8 pm (ET/PT) on SHOWTIME

After reaching dizzying heights from The Joshua Tree album, U2 could have lost themselves in their own success. Instead, they retreated to a studio in Germany and ardently went about reinventing themselves. The result was 1991’s Achtung Baby, a chart-topping tour-de-force. The process of creating the acclaimed album is the subject of Academy Award® winner Davis Guggenheim’s (“An Inconvenient Truth”) latest documentary.

Marking the 20th anniversary of the album’s release, the film relives this critical turning point in U2’s career and also their relationships as band mates. New interviews and never-before-seen footage from Berlin and Dublin highlight the behind-the-scenes highs and lows of producing the band’s seventh studio album. *PICTURE SAVED IN AAA

Possessing Piper Rose - Lifetime Original Movie Premiere on October 29th at 8 PM (ET/PT)

Hallowscream Scarathon - 8 - 11 PM (ET/PT) on Investigation Discovery

This Halloween, our tricks are our treat with Investigation Discovery’s primetime HALLOSCREAM SCARATHON on Saturday, October 29 from 8-11 PM ET. We suggest watching it with a nightlight and one hand placed strategically over your eyes.

Kicking off the fright fest is a fan-favorite episode of NIGHTMARE NEXT DOOR at 8 PM ET. In “Midwestern Malice,” the small Midwestern town of Poplar Bluff, MO is rocked when 31-year-old Laura Wynn is found savagely attacked and strangled to death in her own home. When a double homicide strikes in a nearby town, the once-peaceful community fears a serial killer may be on the loose, but their nerves aren’t settled until thirteen years later when persistent police work finally pays off for the ice-cold case.

Then from 9-11 PM ET, ID’s spine-tingling documentary PIG FARM transports viewers to the eerie farm-turned-human-slaughterhouse of Robert “Willy” Pickton, Canada’s most notorious serial killer and the person who sparked the most expensive investigation of its kind in Canadian history.

America's Most Wanted: 50 Fugitives 50 States - 8 PM on FOX

Emmy Award-Winner John Walsh returns to FOX to host a special two-hour edition of AMERICA’S MOST WANTED: 50 FUGITIVES 50 STATES, featuring a nationwide round-up of the country’s worst criminals, airing Saturday, Oct. 29 (8:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

Walsh takes viewers coast-to-coast on the biggest manhunt of the year in hopes of capturing fugitives who continue to elude authorities. His first stop is Montana where authorities search for a former militia leader who took sheriff’s deputies on a harrowing car chase that ended in a shootout. The militia leader is still on the loose and considered armed and extremely dangerous.

Also, Walsh visits the Diplomatic Security Command Center in Arlington, VA, for a bird’s-eye view of the division that monitors and reports information regarding threats against 265 U.S. diplomatic missions worldwide, the Secretary of State and American citizens abroad.

Iris Johansen's The Killing Game - Lifetime Original Movie Premiere October 31 at 8 p.m. (ET/PT) on Lifetime Movie Network

Based on the bestselling crime novel, Iris Johansen's The Killing Game follows forensic sculptor Eve Duncan (Laura Prepon, How I Met Your Mother), who 10 years after the disappearance and murder of her seven year old daughter, is contacted by a man claiming to be the child’s killer. Taunted by the man’s mysterious clues about the case and his threats to kill again, precious memories of her daughter haunt Eve once more. Caught in a web of deceit, she gambles with her own life as she throws herself into her work to finally close the case and bring her daughter’s murderer to justice. Iris Johansen's The Killing Game also stars Naomi Judd (Frasier).