“Burn Notice”
DRAMA. Still stranded in Panama after the summer finale, Michael and the team plot an escape. Their plan will possibly be thwarted by a sadistic drug-runner, but probably not.
Season premiere, 9 p.m., USA
“American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards”
SPECIAL. Adorable canines with inspiring stories of service to humans are honored tonight. In other words, cancel dinner plans and grab the tissues.
8 p.m., Hallmark Channel
“The Voice”
REALITY. Do you prefer a live performance by Maroon 5 …
8 p.m., NBC
“The X Factor”
REALITY. … or One Direction? Whichever singing competition you choose tonight, you also get the bonus of watching contestants sent home.
8 p.m., Fox