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The Honolulu Advertiser
Posted on: Wednesday, August 20, 2003

Tube Notes

By Mike Hughes
Gannett News Service

Tonight's Must-See

"The Real Roseanne Show," 8 p.m., ABC. There's something endlessly fascinating about Roseanne Barr. She can be brilliant one moment, loony the next, yet intriguing throughout. In tonight's first "Real Roseanne" episode, Jake (her son) and Jeff (her son-in-law) fume at the way they've been treated as members of her show staff. In the second, she tries to soothe feelings but soon makes another mistake.

Of Note

"Prince William Turns 21," 6, 7, 9 and 10 p.m., Discovery Channel. This documentary focuses on Queen Elizabeth's grandson.

"Take This Job ... ," 7 and 11 p.m., A&E. There's a tooth theme tonight. We meet one woman who wrestles alligators and another who fishes professionally. We also meet a guy who's a children's dentist and does forensic work. Each is mildly interesting at best.

"Street Time," 7 p.m., Showtime. Kevin Hunter (Rob Morrow) fidgets in his cell during a prison lockdown. Still, the real prisoner might be James Liberti (Scott Cohen), the parole officer. Confined to the office, he deals with pain, rage and a troubled young genius. The result is one of the best episodes for this well-acted but wildly cynical series.

"My Wife and Kids," 7 p.m., ABC. When two siblings claim to have found a wallet with lots of money, it's time for family court.

"The George Lopez Show," 7:30 p.m., ABC. Hilary Duff, the cable and movie star, guests as someone who trains Angie to sell cosmetics.

"Pepsi Smash," 8 p.m., WB. Tonight's performers are Ashanti, Dido and The All American Rejects.