The New Adventures of Old Christine

B+

When Ritchie (Trevor Gagnon) is invited to a dance by the most popular girl in school (an extra in High School Musical, no less), even the Meanie Moms are jealous, and Christine (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) gets drunk with reflected glory. If you're a fan of this snappy sitcom — which has one of TV's sharpest ensembles — you know it will end with a hilarious comedown for Christine. And when it happens, all is right with the world. —Josh Wolk