Wednesday, May 4
6 p.m. “True Hollywood Story”
Looking back at the phenomenal success of “I Love Lucy,” and how the
show tapped into America’s underserved need for wackiness in an era
marked by cultural repression. E! Entertainment
7 p.m. “Dr. Phil Primetime Special”
Tonight’s topic is “Escaping from Danger.” We figure grabbing the
remote control is a good first step. CBS
7 p.m. “Mom at 16”
A young mother attempts to hide the fact that she has a child. It’s a
tough task. The Diaper Genie in the locker is a dead giveaway. (2005) Lifetime
8 p.m. “Revelations”
In part four, the government learns the apocalypse is imminent and
searches desperately for somebody to blame. NBC
8 p.m. “Celebrity Best Friends”
In most cases, that would be “the mirror.” VH1
9 p.m. “Dude, Where’s My Car”
A follow-up to the unsatisfying prequel, “Dude, Where’s My Social
Security.” (2000) FX
9 p.m. “Vegas Urban Legends”
Examining such persistent myths as the “free” cocktails, the “bargain”
hotel package and the stripper who’s “putting herself through school.”
Travel Channel
9 p.m. “Primetime Live”
Startling news that “American Idol” may not be as fair and forthright
as we have been led to believe. Next week, “Santa Clause: Elf or
Fraud?” ABC