Pretty Little Liars
Premiered: Monday, January 2nd on ABC Family
The ladies of Rosewood are back for the second half of season two. Â Guaranteed to be filled with all new lies and deceit, the viewers are promised that this is the season ââAâ will be revealed.â Â With the exception of the chillingly creepy Halloween special which revealed details into the life of the original pretty little liar, Ali, the last episode of the season aired on August 30, 2011. Â The last we saw of Emily, Hannah, Spencer, and Aria? They were arrested and charged with tampering with evidence involving Aliâs murder. Â The second half of season 2 opens with the fall out of the girlsâ arrests and the devastation which it has left behind.
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The Walking Dead
Premiers: Sunday, February 12th on AMC
At first glance, The Walking Dead appears to be a horrific zombie movie spread out across a television series; however, with further viewing, a highly motivated plot and intricate character storylines insight deeper terror than even the most frightening horror movie could. Â If you havenât been watching, be prepared, the series opener will keep you up at night. Â But catching up will be well worth it as this February, The Walking Death returns from its mid-season hiatus and promises to be just as thrilling and terrifying as ever. After ever episode, you can enjoy Talking Dead, a live talk show which discusses the most recent episode with fans and the series stars.
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Dance Moms
Premiered: Tuesday, January 10th on Lifetime
Forget soccer moms, the women of Dance Moms take helicopter parenting to a completely new level. Â This reality show follows the young starlets of Abby Lee Dance Company and their mothers as they compete nationwide for coveted dance competitions. Â What makes this different than your mom dragging you to your little sisterâs dance recital? The head instructor, Abby Lee. Â While the young girls may be the dancers, Abby is the true star. Â Her outrageous fits, scream-out arguments with the moms, and words of wisdom make Dance Moms a must see.
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Downton Abbey
Premiered: Â Monday, January 9th on PBS
An immediate smash hit in England, Downton Abbey made the crossed the pond to take America by storm. Â Downton Abbey takes the traditional storyline of the relationships between servant and master and makes it racier and more intriguing. Â Season one is set in England during the pre-World War I era, and season two follows the characters through the horrors and heartbreaks of the First World War. Â The character to watch: Lady Violet. Â Her one liners have inspired an entire line of merchandise. Â What will make you feel great about wasting fifty five minutes in front of the television, is the comforting thought that by watching you are helping PBS regain relevance.
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Mob Wives
Premiered: Sunday, January 1st on Vh1
Although not a part of the Bravo club, the women of Mob Wives are the realest of all the Real Housewives there are. Â The cast is made up of the husbands or boyfriends of some of the most infamous mob criminals in New York. Â However, once you see these ladies fight, you might be a bit more afraid to cross one of the mob wives than any of their male counterparts. Â A mix of tears, cat fights, and Staten Island attitude provides the perfect combination for an explosive season. Â Something to be on the lookout for: the spin off, Mob Wives: Chicago.