"Pan Am"
Intrigue and glamour rule in ABC's new series about 1960s stewardesses. Some may question its similarity to "Mad Men," but "Pan Am" is just different enough to be a fantastic series in its own right. The beautiful scenery of Paris and London in the first two episodes invokes wanderlust in even the sternest homebodies. The biggest airline of the time also provides the perfect setting for a spy drama to ensue. It situates the series in a more political context, instead of only paying superficial attention to the aesthetic of the 1960s. Airs Sundays at 10 p.m. on ABC.
"The Rachel Zoe Project"
Zoe-M-G! This show is ba-na-nas. Even though "The Rachel Zoe Project" is several seasons in the making, the current fourth season is ma-jor. Zoe is so much calmer now that she's pregnant. It's refreshing to see her so happy after a tumultuous third season between her and husband Roger. The addition of the gorgeous new assistant Jeremiah is also perfect.The series showcases Zoe's first collection as a designer and also highlights Anne Hathaway's unbelievable 10 Oscar outfits, picked by Zoe. It may not be new, but it's definitely worth watching, even if fan favorite Brad Goreski is out of the picture. Airs Tuesdays at 9 p.m. on Bravo.
"Up All Night"
The NBC show about a couple, played by Christina Applegate and Will Arnett, and their new baby manages to avoid all of the alienating pitfalls of shows about parenthood. It's a series that remains funny, regardless of whether or not you've had a child. Applegate and Arnett have fantastic chemistry and play off each other perfectly. "Bridesmaids" star Maya Rudolph also adds just enough over-the-top humor for a perfect blend of comedy and charm. Airs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. on NBC.
"Archer"
Best described as "Arrested Development" meets "James Bond," "Archer" walks the line of absurdly immature and incredibly clever. Set it a world where the Soviet Union still exists, "Archer" makes use of anachronisms, obscenity, Oedipal complexes and explosions ¾many explosions ¾to explore the spy world in the fastest paced animated comedy on TV. Airs Wednesdays at 10 p.m. on FX.
"Revenge"
There's nothing better than revenge, except maybe watching the chilling story of someone else getting it. ABC's new drama "Revenge," starring Madeleine Stowe ("Last of the Mohicans") and Emily VanCamp ("Everwood"), gives viewers that opportunity. Billed as an adaptation of "The Count of Monte Cristo," the thriller follows the story of Emily Thorne (VanCamp) as she seeks retribution for the arrest of her father. Set in the beautiful landscape of the Hamptons, "Revenge" keeps you on the edge of your seat and always coming back to see what calculated move Emily will make next. Airs Wednesdays at 10 p.m. on ABC.
