Top 40 TV Episodes (Purchases)

Countdown of today's top 40 TV show episodes purchased and downloaded at Apple's iTunes store.

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iTunes Store: Top 40 TV Episode Purchases

1. The Aftermath - The Legend of Korra

The Aftermathartwork The Aftermath
The Legend of Korra, Vol. 1
The Legend of Korra
Genre: Kids
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 19, 2012

Tensions mount when Korra begins to suspect an ally is working for the Equalists.
© 2012 Viacom International Inc

2. Flight - Grey's Anatomy

Flightartwork Flight
Grey's Anatomy, Season 8
Grey's Anatomy
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 17, 2012

A dangerous situation leaves the doctors fighting to stay alive while trying to save their peers; Ben and Bailey make a decision; Teddy gets a tempting offer; Richard plans a dinner for the residents.
© ABC Studios INC, All Rights Reserved

3. Dark Shadows - Mad Men

Dark Shadowsartwork Dark Shadows
Mad Men, Season 5
Mad Men
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 13, 2012

Sally faces a challenge. Roger seeks new business.
© Lions Gate Television Inc. 2011

4. Nationals - Glee

Nationalsartwork Nationals
Glee, Season 3
Glee
Genre: Comedy
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 15, 2012

As the countdown to graduation continues, the kids of New Directions prepare a high-concept routine for Nationals. When Tina bumps her head, the world of New Directions is turned upside down in her eyes. Then, the New Directions perform at Nationals for celebrity judge Lindsay Lohan (guest-starring as herself). Musical performances include “Edge of Glory”, “It’s All Coming Back To Me Now”, “Paradise By The Dashboard Light”, “Starships”, “Pinball Wizard”, “Tongue Tied” and “We Are The Champions”.
© 2011-2012 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved.

5. Tableau Vivant - Modern Family

Tableau Vivantartwork Tableau Vivant
Modern Family, Season 3
Modern Family
Genre: Comedy
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 16, 2012

It seems everyone has a bone to pick: Jay and Gloria get on each other's nerves while trying to simply order lunch at their local diner; Phil is put in the position of having to fire Mitchell; Cam and Claire have opposing theories on how to discipline children; and Manny is upset with Luke for accepting an award under false pretenses - all of which spells trouble for Alex who is counting on them to all work together for a "living art" school project display.
© 2011-2012 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved.

6. Woman in Black - Grimm

Woman in Blackartwork Woman in Black
Grimm, Season 1
Grimm
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 18, 2012

As Nick (David Giuntoli) delves deeper into his life as a Grimm, a trail of grotesque murders reignites the search for the elusive gold coins. The arrival of a mysterious woman in black (guest star Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio) begins to get in the way of Nick and Hank’s (Russell Hornsby) investigation as extra precautions have to be taken to ensure their safety. Meanwhile, Nick’s ability to keep his true nature secret from Juliette (Bitsie Tulloch) comes to a tipping point. Silas Weir Mitchell, Sasha Roiz and Reggie Lee also star.
© 2011 Open 4 Business Productions LLC. All Rights Reserved.

7. Grief - Revenge

Griefartwork Grief
Revenge, Season 1
Revenge
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 16, 2012

A devastating loss brings Jack and Emily closer together; Victoria's new alliance could seal Conrad's fate; Charlotte goes after Declan.
© ABC Studios INC, All Rights Reserved

8. Props - Glee

Propsartwork Props
Glee, Season 3
Glee
Genre: Comedy
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 15, 2012

As the countdown to graduation continues, the kids of New Directions prepare a high-concept routine for Nationals. When Tina bumps her head, the world of New Directions is turned upside down in her eyes. Then, the New Directions perform at Nationals for celebrity judge Lindsay Lohan (guest-starring as herself). Musical performances include “I Won’t Give Up”, “Because You Loved Me”, “Mean” and “Flashdance…What A Feeling”.
© 2011-2012 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved.

9. Survival of the Fittest - Supernatural

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Supernatural, Season 7
Supernatural
Genre: Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 18, 2012

Sam and Dean prepare for battle with Dick Roman, who's in the final phase of his plan. In order to stop him, the Winchesters must team up with Castiel, Bobby, Meg and Kevin, the prophet. Dick, however, is one of the smartest enemies they've ever faced so it's a mind game to see who can keep the upper hand.
© 2011 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

10. Tori Goes Platinum - Victorious

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Victorious, Season 3
Victorious
Genre: Kids
Price: $4.99
Expected Release Date: May 26, 2012

Tori wins a contest to sing the opening number at a big music awards show, but the producer wants to totally change her look and behavior. Tori agrees, but finds that she doesn’t like her new image.
© 2011 Viacom International Inc

11. Grant: For the People - Scandal

Grant: For the Peopleartwork Grant: For the People
Scandal, Season 1
Scandal
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 17, 2012

Olivia and the team rally when Quinn finds herself in a tragic situation; Cyrus turns to Olivia when an announcement affects Fitz's presidency.
© ABC Studios INC, All Rights Reserved

12. Salvage - Young Justice

Salvageartwork Salvage
Young Justice, Season 2
Young Justice
Genre: Animation
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 19, 2012

While Superboy and Blue Beetle battle Intergang, Nightwing and company try to salvage the soul of a former comrade fallen from
grace.
© 2012 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

13. Tesselations - Touch

Tesselationsartwork Tesselations
Touch, Season 1
Touch
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 17, 2012

When Martin is mistaken for a criminal, he must involve himself with a heist crew in order to win back an innocent dock worker’s job. Meanwhile, an Israeli boy (guest star Sean Peavy) and Palestinian girl (guest star Eden Modiano) fight to keep their relationship afloat. Clea uncovers some surprising documents about Jake, while Martin and his late wife’s sister (guest star Catherine Dent) meet to make a pivotal decision.
© 2012 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved.

14. The Return of the Ring - Gossip Girl

The Return of the Ringartwork The Return of the Ring
Gossip Girl, Season 5
Gossip Girl
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 14, 2012

In the fifth season finale, when Gossip Girl goes after Blair as never before, Serena admits she may have unintentionally played an
important role in Blair's latest nightmare. Meanwhile, Nate invites Lola (recurring guest star ELLA RAE PECK) to move in with him,
and Lily must make a big decision about the future of her marriage. Finally, by episode's end, Blair will make a choice between the
two men in her life … will it be Chuck or will it be Dan?
© 2011 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

15. The Magician's Code, Pt. 2 - How I Met Your Mother

The Magician's Code, Pt. 2artwork The Magician's Code, Pt. 2
How I Met Your Mother, Season 7
How I Met Your Mother
Genre: Comedy
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 14, 2012

On Barney's future wedding day, when his wife is finally revealed, the gang reminisces about the time they encouraged Ted to follow his heart and go after the one that got away.
© 2011-2012 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved.

16. Ride-Along - Common Law

Ride-Alongartwork Ride-Along
Common Law, Season 1
Common Law
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 18, 2012

Wes and Travis are forced to bring Dr. Ryan along for the ride as they investigate the death of a woman who fell from her balcony of her honeymoon suite.
© CBS Corp 2012

17. Lady Lazarus - Mad Men

Lady Lazarusartwork Lady Lazarus
Mad Men, Season 5
Mad Men
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 6, 2012

Peggy has to keep a secret while Pete covers for a friend.
© Lions Gate Television Inc. 2011

18. The Magician's Code, Pt. 1 - How I Met Your Mother

The Magician's Code, Pt. 1artwork The Magician's Code, Pt. 1
How I Met Your Mother, Season 7
How I Met Your Mother
Genre: Comedy
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 14, 2012

While Marshall is in Atlantic City with Barney, Lily goes into labor, leaving him desperate to make it back to New York before the baby is born. Meanwhile, Ted and Robin try to distract Lily during her painful contractions.
© 2011-2012 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved.

19. Hit / Run - Criminal Minds

Hit / Runartwork Hit / Run
Criminal Minds, Season 7
Criminal Minds
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 16, 2012

When the BAU goes against a gang of serial-killing bank robbers in Washington, D.C., the team tries to negotiate the situation unfolding inside the bank, but the stakes rise when one of their own becomes a hostage. As the team determines that the suspects have a bigger target in mind in the Nation's capital, they must diffuse an explosive situation and wedding bells ring for one member of the BAU as Prentiss ponders her future. Ed Randall, Tricia Helfer, Evan Jones, Jayne Atkinson, Josh Stewart, Nicholas Brendon, and Sebastian Roche guest stars.
© CBS Corp 2011

20. Shattered - Fairly Legal

Shatteredartwork Shattered
Fairly Legal, Season 2
Fairly Legal
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 18, 2012

Kate is mediating a negligence complaint when a surprise witness pits her and Ben against Justin and District Attorney Davidson.
© 2012 Universal Network Television LLC. All Rights Reserved

21. And the Winner Is… - The Legend of Korra

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The Legend of Korra, Vol. 1
The Legend of Korra
Genre: Kids
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 14, 2012

Korra and the Fire Ferrets ready themselves for the pro-bending championship as an evil threat looms over the arena.
© 2012 Viacom International Inc

22. The Hounds of Baskerville - Sherlock

The Hounds of Baskervilleartwork The Hounds of Baskerville
Sherlock, Series 2
Sherlock
Genre: Drama
Price: $6.99
Release Date: January 8, 2012

Sherlock’s most famous case. A Hound from Hell. A terrified man. But is a monster really stalking Dartmoor? What seems like fantasy in Baker Street is a very different prospect in the ultra-secret army base that looms over the moor...
© 2012 Hartswood Films

23. Homecoming - Nikita

Homecomingartwork Homecoming
Nikita, Season 2
Nikita
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 18, 2012

Nikita and Michael invade Division in an attempt to capture Percy. Alex and Sean get caught in a deadly gunfire battle with the U.S.
Marines and Ryan (recurring guest star NOAH BEAN) must convince the President of the United States (recurring guest star CAMERON
DADDO) not to destroy Division until he is sure Nikita and Michael are safely out of the building, but the President is eager to end
Percy's reign. Meanwhile, Birkhoff asks Sonya (recurring guest star LYNDIE GREENWOOD) for help, and Nikita corners Percy in his
office, but he pulls out one final trick that may cost her the battle.
© 2011 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

24. Disneyland - Modern Family

Disneylandartwork Disneyland
Modern Family, Season 3
Modern Family
Genre: Comedy
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 9, 2012

Nothing is more quintessential to good ol' family fun than a trip to Disneyland -- but not without a side of motion sickness, achy feet and a wayward toddler -- when the Pritchett-Dunphy-Tucker clan hits the park! Phil tries to keep up with Luke, Claire's shocked when they run into Dylan, Jay and Gloria disagree about what are sensible shoes for the day, and Mitch and Cam must contain Lily's new affinity for running.
© 2011-2012 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved.

25. The Past in the Present - Bones

The Past in the Presentartwork The Past in the Present
Bones, Season 7
Bones
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 14, 2012

Evil tech genius Christopher Pelant (guest star Andrew Leeds), a suspect in a previous case Brennan and Booth handled, is back in court on appeal. Knowing what he is capable of, Brennan and Booth inform the judge that he is a suspect in two murder cases. Then, Brennan and Booth are called to the scene of a new murder. After determining the victim is Brennan’s friend, who also is linked to Pelant, the Jeffersonian team works to prove he is guilty once and for all. But when law enforcement examines the team’s findings, key pieces of evidence are tied to Brennan and suspicion falls on her.
© 2011-2012 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved.

26. Bombshell - Smash

Bombshellartwork Bombshell
Smash, Season 1
Smash
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 14, 2012

The big night is finally here. Tom (Christian Borle) and Julia (Debra Messing) race against time to save the show, while Derek (Jack Davenport) makes a decision that will change the lives of Karen (Katharine McPhee) and Ivy (Megan Hilty) forever. Ellis (Jaime Cepero) reveals his true colors. But when he finally makes his move to save "Bombshell," will it be for or against Eileen (Anjelica Huston)? In the midst of it all, another bombshell goes off -- this one is in Karen and Dev’s (Raza Jaffrey) relationship.
© 2012 NBC Studios. All Rights Reserved.

27. Holding On - House

Holding Onartwork Holding On
House, Season 8
House
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 14, 2012

The team takes on the case of Derrick (guest star Skylar Astin), a 19-year-old college student who had a mysterious nose bleed during cheerleading practice, and discovers that his health issues are likely both physiological and psychological. Possibly suffering from schizophrenia, Derrick claims to hear his deceased brother’s voice in his head. Meanwhile, Wilson gets advice from former colleague Thirteen (guest star Olivia Wilde) and Foreman tries a different approach with House.
© 2011 Universal Network Television, LLC. All Rights Reserved

28. It's Just Sex… - Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23

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Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23, Season 1
Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23
Genre: Comedy
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 16, 2012

Chloe takes it upon herself to teach June to be sexually empowered and to dabble in some casual encounters. However Chloe's own sex life catches up to her, and to James, when their old sex tape leaks out to the public and James freaks out on how this will affect his likeability on "Dancing with the Stars".
© 2012 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved.

29. Winter Is Coming - Game of Thrones

Winter Is Comingartwork Winter Is Coming
Game of Thrones, Season 1
Game of Thrones
Genre: Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Price: $3.99
Release Date: April 17, 2011

Series Premiere. A Night's Watch deserter is tracked down outside of Winterfell, prompting swift justice from Lord Eddard 'Ned' Stark, and raising concerns about the dangers in the lawless lands north of the Wall. Returning home, Ned learns from his wife Catelyn that his mentor, Jon Arryn, has died in the Westeros capital of King's Landing, and that King Robert is on his way north to offer Ned the position as the King's Hand. Meanwhile, across the Narrow Sea in Pentos, Viserys Targaryen hatches a plan to win back the throne by forging an allegiance with the nomadic Dothraki warriors by giving its leader, Khal Drogo, his lovely sister Daenerys's hand in marriage. Robert arrives at Winterfell with his wife, Queen Cersei, and other members of the Lannister family: her twin brother Jaime, dwarf brother Tyrion, and Cersei's son and heir to the throne, 12-year-old Joffrey. Unable to refuse his old friend and king, Ned prepares to leave for King's Landing, as Jon Snow decides to travel north to Black Castle to join the Night's Watch, accompanied by a curious Tyrion. But a startling act of treachery directed at young Bran may end up postponing their respective departures.
© 2011 Home Box Office, Inc.

30. A Scandal in Belgravia - Sherlock

A Scandal in Belgraviaartwork A Scandal in Belgravia
Sherlock, Series 2
Sherlock
Genre: Drama
Price: $6.99
Release Date: January 1, 2012

A Royal scandal, a dazzling game of cat and mouse. The seductive Irene Adler is cold, calculating, brilliant. Has Sherlock finally met his match?
© 2012 Hartswood Films

31. What Will Happen to the Gang Next Year? - 30 Rock

What Will Happen to the Gang Next Year?artwork What Will Happen to the Gang Next Year?
30 Rock, Season 6
30 Rock
Genre: Comedy
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 17, 2012

Determined to prove his marriage has survived Avery's kidnapping unscathed, Jack (Alec Baldwin) asks Liz (Tina Fey) to officiate their vow renewal. Meanwhile, Criss (James Marsden) tries to convince Liz that he’s worth sticking around for. Tracy (Tracy Morgan) meets with Cornel West (guest star Cornel West) to discuss his influence as a black celebrity.
© 2012 NBC Universal, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

32. Two Birds - Awake

Two Birdsartwork Two Birds
Awake, Season 1
Awake
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 17, 2012

Detective Britten doesn’t know who to trust when the truth behind the accident begins to reveal itself and a high-ranking conspiracy threatens both of his realities. In a moment of frustration, Britten decides to take the law into his own hands and goes after Detective Hawkins (guest star Kevin Weisman), putting himself and Bird in the crosshairs of the conspirators. Captain Harper (guest star Laura Innes) is instructed to clean up the mess. Later, when questioned about his partner, Detective Vega begins to have concerns about his Captain’s intentions.
© 2012 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved.

33. Migration - Grey's Anatomy

Migrationartwork Migration
Grey's Anatomy, Season 8
Grey's Anatomy
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 10, 2012

The residents choose their future positions; Mark admits to Derek that he still has feelings for Lexie; Arizona encourages her friend to have surgery.
© ABC Studios INC, All Rights Reserved

34. Off the Reservation - The Killing

Off the Reservationartwork Off the Reservation
The Killing, Season 2
The Killing
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 13, 2012

Holder is missing and Sarah is desperate to find him as Stan Larsen takes matters into his own hands and Richmond returns to City Hall.
© 2012 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved.

35. Till Death Do Us Part - NCIS

Till Death Do Us Partartwork Till Death Do Us Part
NCIS, Season 9
NCIS
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 15, 2012

Terrorism threatens to shake the foundation of the Navy and NCIS when the team continues to be eluded by the newest member of the NCIS Most Wanted wall. Meanwhile, Jimmy Palmer's destination wedding is impacted by the case.
© CBS Corp 2011

36. Finishing the Hat - Desperate Housewives

Finishing the Hatartwork Finishing the Hat
Desperate Housewives, Season 8
Desperate Housewives
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 13, 2012

Trip pleads with Bree to tell him about the night of Alejandro's murder; Susan tries to keep the sale of her house private until she can tell her friends; Katherine Mayfair returns with a job opportunity for Lynette.
© ABC Studios INC, All Rights Reserved

37. Happily Never After - The Real Housewives of Orange County

Happily Never Afterartwork Happily Never After
The Real Housewives of Orange County, Season 7
The Real Housewives of Orange County
Genre: Reality TV
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 15, 2012

Slade enlists Heather to go engagement ring shopping with him, but Gretchen and Heather’s subsequent conversation throws Slade’s plans for a loop. Alexis throws an over-the-top birthday party for her four-year-old twins, while Tamra goes under the knife to have her "Simon" tattoo removed from her finger. Later, Vicki has a gut wrenching, blowout fight with Briana that could forever damage their relationship.
© 2012 Bravo Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

38. A Land Without Magic - Once Upon a Time

A Land Without Magicartwork A Land Without Magic
Once Upon a Time, Season 1
Once Upon a Time
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 13, 2012

Emma and Regina work together to save Henry's life; Prince Charming tries to escape from the Evil Queen and reunite with Snow White.
© ABC Studios INC, All Rights Reserved

39. At the Codfish Ball - Mad Men

At the Codfish Ballartwork At the Codfish Ball
Mad Men, Season 5
Mad Men
Genre: Drama
Price: $2.99
Release Date: April 29, 2012

Don receives an award while Sally comes to the aid of a relative.
© Lions Gate Television Inc. 2011

40. Digital Estate Planning - Community

Digital Estate Planningartwork Digital Estate Planning
Community, Season 3
Community
Genre: Comedy
Price: $2.99
Release Date: May 17, 2012

Pierce gets his inheritance from his dead father and learns that he has secretly been working on a videogame that when you win it unlocks his full inheritance. He and the group go to play the game and help win him his inheritance, but are thwarted by his father’s old assistant Gilbert who is a master at the game and wants the inheritance for himself. The group unites to take down Gilbert, but he’s too powerful. Gilbert ends up getting to the final level only to have Pierce’s father tell him he’s not worthy. We discover that Gilbert is Pierce’s half brother and the group helps him finally win the inheritance. Abed falls in love with video game character inside the game.
© 2011 Sony Pictures Television Inc. and Universal Media Studios. All Rights Reserved
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