Plastic Fantastic Brain 8 p.m., Discovery Health
This two-hour documentary profiles people who have profound brain abilities and disabilities. There's a woman who, despite having half of her brain removed, can still walk, see, talk, and speak three different languages. There's a guy who has hyperthymesia, which enables (or curses) him to remember every day of his life since he was 11. And there's a triathlete who, after a car accident, cannot remember anything from his pre-accident life.
Real Time With Bill Maher 10 p.m., HBO
Among tonight's guests, look for D.L. Hughley. He is the comedian and actor ("Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip") who had his own CNN series, "D.L. Hughley Breaks the News," for about five months. He's a perfect guest for Maher, in that he's no stranger to controversial statements.
Don't Forget the Lyrics 8 p.m., Channel 25
Men at Work at work.
Spielberg on Spielberg 8 p.m., TCM
With a side of mayo.
A Man Named Pearl 8 p.m., HGTV
Sequel to the Johnny Cash classic.
Ultimate Burger Bash 8 p.m., Food Network
A McShindig.
How Green Was My Valley 8 p.m., Fox Movie Channel
How Withered Is My Peak.
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