Friday, April 24
5:30 p.m. “Unwrapped”
Tonight’s episode examines food served at tourist destinations, tracing the development of the churro, the waffle cake, the pizza pretzel and the bariatric bypass. Food Network
6 p.m. “Child Stars: Their Story”
Stars including Fred Savage and Patty Duke talk about the dark side of fame at a young age. It turns out Savage didn’t even like like Winnie. A&E Network
6 p.m. “What Not To Underwear”
In a special episode we learn about choosing the right underwear. This is especially important if you are going to be in a car accident. The Learning Channel
7 p.m. “I Shouldn’t Be Alive”
The story of two men who were shipwrecked on a desert island where they struggled to find water, food, shelter and a place to plug in that coconut radio the Professor made for them. Discovery Channel
8 p.m. “Trading Spouses”
One of the moms tonight is a science fiction fan. You hardly notice until she sets the vacuum cleaner to “stun.” Fox
8 p.m. “In Justice”
The team takes the case of a man facing “third strike” life sentence for stealing a case of vodka. The other two strikes were ice and swizzle sticks. ABC
8:30 p.m. “Modern Men”
The life coach advises Tim to break up with his girlfriend. “It’s not you. It’s me, and my life coach” has got to hurt. WB
8:30 p.m. “Hollywood Secrets”
Tonight’s episode is titled “Scenes Stars Don’t Want You To See.” That includes embarrassing outtakes, unflattering lighting, unconvincing special effects and the entire running time of “Catwoman.” VH1