CMT PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS 12-14-09
12/16/09
PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS
—WEEK OF DECEMBER 14—
ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER? - ENCORE PRESENTATION OF BRIDES WEEK!
Comedian Jeff Foxworthy hosts this new, fast-paced half-hour syndicated version of the atypical game show that measures adults' lack of knowledge – as revealed by how much they've forgotten since grammar school. Grownups find themselves in a classroom setting, revisiting their youth, as they tackle subjects they were taught years ago ranging from art to geography and math to social studies. In ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER?, however, the players are not alone and there is a way for contestants to "cheat" in this classroom. The adults have the opportunity to get some help – in the form of elementary advice from real 5th graders who always seem to know more than the contestants. Don’t miss this week as brides-to-be are featured as special guests on the show. Episodes will air every night this week at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT, followed by a second episode airing at 8:30 p.m., ET/PT. Tuesday’s episode begins at 7:00 p.m., ET/PT with a second episode airing at 7:30 p.m., ET/PT.
LARRY THE CABLE GUY’S HULA-PALOOZA CHIRSTMAS LUAU - ENCORE PRESENTATION!
Returning this year to CMT, Larry’s 90-minute holiday special includes such guest stars as Kenan Thompson (“Saturday Night Live”), Caroline Rhea, George Lindsey (“The Andy Griffith Show”), comedians Reno Collier and Jon Reep, Peter Oldring, Sara Erikson, the MuzikMafia’s Two Foot Fred, mentalist Marc Salem and returning favorites Tony Orlando and Angela Little MacKenzie (“Reno 911”). In addition to comedy and sketches, the special will include musical performances from artists including Billy Currington and the Zac Brown Band. This encore presentation of LARRY THE CABLE GUY’S HULA-PALOOZA CHRISTMAS LUAU airs Tuesday, December 15 at 9:00 p.m., ET/PT.
CMT’S TOP 20 COUNTDOWN - ALL NEW EPISODE!
CMT TOP 20 COUNTDOWN, a two and a half-hour weekly countdown show, hosted by CMT’s Lance Smith, delivers country music’s hottest artists and rising stars with interviews and world video premieres. This week, don’t miss all-new videos from Trailer Choir, Jimmy Wayne and Brad Paisley. First, Trailer Choir gets into the holiday spirit with "Rockin' the Beer Gut (Holla Day Version)" and then Jimmy Wayne has an exclusive performance video of "Paper Angels". Plus, Brad Paisley will have you up and dancing in no time with "American Saturday Night." Also on the show, get details on Dierks Bentley's plans for two new albums in 2010 and find out about Sugarland's recent performance for the first family. Catch all the excitement on CMT TOP 20 COUNTDOWN when it airs Saturday, December 19 at 11:00 a.m., ET/PT.
CMT INSIDER - ALL NEW EPISODE!
CMT INSIDER, the weekly magazine show that explores all things in the world of entertainment that interest the CMT audience, features star interviews and news, chart action, new CD releases, new videos along with what's new in movies, fashion and fun. This week, CMT INSIDER host Katie Cook looks back at the biggest and brightest stars of 2009 and the decade. Find out if your favorites had the top albums and songs. Also on the show, Allison DeMarcus gets the scoop on Taylor Swift's People magazine cover and then catch up with country couple Joey & Rory as they volunteer at Second Harvest. Plus, find out more about icon Loretta Lynn's upcoming Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. This all-new episode of CMT INSIDER premieres Saturday, December 19 at 1:30 p.m., ET/PT.
POSSE - ENCORE PRESENTATION!
CMT follows eight up and coming professional bull riders on their journey across America trying to become the next PBR champion with POSSE: THE YOUNG GUNS OF PBR. This one-hour special takes a deeper look at these hopefuls as they not only master the bulls, but also juggle relationships, families, finances and egos. An encore presentation of POSSE: THE YOUNG GUNS OF PBR airs on Saturday, December 19 at 10:30 p.m., ET/PT on CMT.
CMT’S #1 MUSIC AND A MOVIE: “URBAN COWBOY”
Blockbuster movies and the hottest country music come together again when CMT’s #1 MUSIC AND A MOVIE airs with “Urban Cowboy” as the featured movie of the week. Hosted by CMT Radio personality Cody Alan, the segment is complete with No. 1 music videos and movie facts. The show also features musical guests and special interviews with stars from the movie of the week. In this week’s film, “Urban Cowboy,” Bud Davis is a country boy who moves to the city to visit his uncle. He starts hanging out at Gilley's, owned by Mickey Gilley himself, and takes a job at the refinery where his uncle works. He meets Sissy, a cowgirl, and they fall in love and suddenly get married. Their marriage is shattered, however, when Bud sees Sissy allegedly dating con man Wes, who teaches her how to ride the mechanical bull...and plans to rob Gilley's. When a bull-riding contest is announced, Bud decides to sign up. Can he win the contest and save his marriage to Sissy? Starring John Travolta, Debra Winger and Scott Glenn, #1 MUSIC AND A MOVIE featuring “O Brother, Where Art Thou” premieres Saturday, December 19 at 11:30 p.m., ET/PT.
SOUTHERN FRIED FLICKS: “AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN”
Hazel Smith hosts SOUTHERN FRIED FLICKS, one part movie and one part cooking show. While Smith hosts the movie, she will also show you how to cook a real down home dish and give the latest scoop on your favorite country stars. This week “An Officer and a Gentleman” is the featured film, telling the story of a young man who must complete his work at a Navy Flight school to become an aviator, all with the help of a tough gunnery sergeant and his new girlfriend. Starring Richard Gere, Debra Winger, David Keith, Robert Loggia, SOUTHERN FRIED FLICKS featuring “An Officer and a Gentleman” with host Hazel Smith airs Sunday, December 20 at 9:00 p.m., ET/PT.
—WEEK OF DECEMBER 21—
ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER? - ALL NEW EPISODES!
Comedian Jeff Foxworthy hosts this new, fast-paced half-hour syndicated version of the atypical game show that measures adults' lack of knowledge – as revealed by how much they've forgotten since grammar school. Grownups find themselves in a classroom setting, revisiting their youth, as they tackle subjects they were taught years ago ranging from art to geography and math to social studies. In ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER?, however, the players are not alone and there is a way for contestants to "cheat" in this classroom. The adults have the opportunity to get some help – in the form of elementary advice from real 5th graders who always seem to know more than the contestants. Episodes will air each night starting at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT with a second episode immediately following at 8:30 p.m., ET/PT. Tuesday’s episode will begin at 7:00 p.m., ET/PT followed by another episode at 7:30 p.m., ET/PT.
LARRY THE CABLE GUY’S HULA-PALOOZA CHIRSTMAS LUAU - ENCORE PRESENTATION!
Returning this year to CMT, Larry’s 90-minute holiday special includes such guest stars as Kenan Thompson (“Saturday Night Live”), Caroline Rhea, George Lindsey (“The Andy Griffith Show”), comedians Reno Collier and Jon Reep, Peter Oldring, Sara Erikson, the MuzikMafia’s Two Foot Fred, mentalist Marc Salem and returning favorites Tony Orlando and Angela Little MacKenzie (“Reno 911”). In addition to comedy and sketches, the special will include musical performances from artists including Billy Currington and the Zac Brown Band. This CMT encore presentation of LARRY THE CABLE GUY’S HULA-PALOOZA CHRISTMAS LUAU airs Wednesday, December 23 at 9:00 p.m., ET/PT.
