What To Watch: Big Bang's Daddy Issue, Scandal Finale, Orphan Black And More
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On TV this Thursday: Big Bang introduces a never-before-seen parent, Scandal's presidential campaign grows dire and Amy Schumer is elected to the nation's highest office. Here are 10 programs to keep on your radar:
Showtimes for May 12, 2016
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The Big Bang Theory
CBS
Season 9 finale: Leonard's father (Judd Hirsch, Taxi) arrives for Leonard and Penny's second wedding; Christine Baranski and Laurie Metcalf also return. (Read preview; view photos. Will next season be its last?)
Bones
Fox
The team launches an investigation after the lifeless body of a "fixer" turns up frozen in the Potomac River; Karen asks Aubrey out on a date.
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The 100
The CW
Season 3 finale (Part 1 of 2): As Alie's plan comes together, Clarke finds hope in an unexpected place. (Watch sneak peek.)
The Blacklist
NBC
Season 3 finale (Part 1 of 2): Red and the task force close in on Alexander Kirk (Ulrich Thomsen, Banshee), the man they believe is responsible for Liz's death.
Mom
CBS
Linda Lavin (Alice) returns as Gregory's mother after he and Violet decide to end their engagement.
Scandal
ABC
Season 5 finale: Olivia ends up in a potentially dire situation as each candidate prepares to unveil their running mate; Cyrus receives intel that could alter the race. (Get details on the shortened Season 6.)
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2 Broke Girls
CBS
Season 5 finale: Max and Caroline rally behind Han after his gambling on women's tennis lands him in massive debt. (Get renewal status.)
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Archer
FX
#FirstWorldProblem alert! Archer's on-again/off-again relationship with Slater becomes an issue in his on-again/off-again relationship with Lana.
Inside Amy Schumer
Comedy Central
Amy attempts to buy a t-shirt, successfully purchases a saxophone and somehow gets elected President of the United States.
Orphan Black
BBC America
Sarah attempts to discredit Felix's new ties; Cosima and Donnie's investigation into the Neolutionist research center ends in a dangerous encounter.