“Common Law”
DRAMA. In this twist on the old odd couple device, two detectives (Michael Ealy and Warren Kole) are forced into couples therapy when their captain can’t stand their bickering any longer.
Series premiere, Friday, 10 p.m., USA
“Shark Tank”
REALITY. The guys behind Mix Bikini — the kind of brilliant concept that allows women to create their own bathing suit by mixing and matching tops and bottoms — make a pitch to the Sharks. Metro readers can buy into the idea with a special offer: Get 20 percent off your order with promo code METRO. For every bikini purchased, you’ll also be entered to win a 2012 Ford Mix Mustang convertible, and Mix Bikini will donate $1 (up to $50,000) to breast cancer awareness foundation Save the Ta-Tas.
Friday, 8 p.m., ABC
“Next Food Network Star”
REALITY. This search for a new culinary TV star changes the rules in its eighth season, pitting hosts Bobby Flay, Alton Brown and Giada De Laurentiis against each other as they choose and mentor teams of chef finalists vying for the title of “Next Food Network Star.”
Sunday, 9 p.m., Food Network
“Saturday Night Live”
COMEDY. Will Ferrell returns to his old stomping grounds as host; Usher performs.
Saturday, 11:30 p.m., NBC
