DEC. 1
8 p.m.
Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas: NBC
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation: (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo. A traditional Griswold yuletide backfires in comic fashion. AMC
A Tale of Two Christmases: (2022, Romance) Katherine Barrell, Chandler Massey. A woman gets to experience two different Christmases. HALL
Serving Up the Holidays: (2021, Romance) Britt Irvin, Zach Roerig. A top chef falls for a handsome rival during the holidays. LIFE
Cooking Up Christmas: (2020, Romance-Comedy) Meagan Holder, Lamman Rucker. A chef takes a job with a baseball player for the holidays. OWN
10 p.m.
A Christmas Cookie Catastrophe: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Rachel Boston, Victor Webster. Sparks fly between a cookie CEO and the owner of a bakery. HALL
DEC. 2
8 p.m.
A Big Fat Family Christmas: (2022, Romance) Shannon Chan-Kent, Shannon Kook. A photojournalist gets close to a co-worker. HALL
Cloudy With a Chance of Christmas: (2022, Romance) Valery Ortiz, Nicole Bilderback. Sparks fly between a TV weatherwoman and a talk show host. LIFE
9 p.m.
The Year Without a Santa Claus: Animated. Sidelined by a nasty cold, Santa decides not to make his annual Christmas journey. AMC
The Sound of Christmas: (2022, Musical) Ne-Yo, Serayah McNeill. A woman facing eviction falls in love with a billionaire. BET
9:30 p.m.Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch: (2018, Children’s) Voices of Benedict Cumberbatch, Cameron Seely. Animated. The Grinch plans to steal Christmas from Whoville. FREEFM
10:01 p.m.
Three Wise Men and a Baby: (2022, Comedy) Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes. Three brothers care for a baby throughout the holidays. HALL
DEC. 3
8 a.m.
Switched for Christmas: (2017, Drama) Candace Cameron Bure, Eion Bailey. Estranged identical twins decide to swap lives up until Christmas Day. HALL
A Magical Christmas Village: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Alison Sweeney, Luke Macfarlane. A miniature Christmas village magically grants wishes. HALL
10:30 a.m.
The Star: (2017, Children’s) Voices of Steven Yeun, Keegan- Michael Key. Animated. Animal friends become heroes during the first Christmas. FREEFM
12:30 p.m.
The Santa Clause: (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold. An adman takes over for fallen Santa. FREEFM
1 p.m.
Baking Christmas: (2019, Comedy) Tim Reid, Aloma Wright. Patty, the founder of a popular bakery, decides to retire. OWN
2 p.m.
A Christmas Spark: (2022, Romance) Jane Seymour, Joe Lando. A widow falls for the leading man of a Christmas pageant. LIFE
2:40 p.m.
The Santa Clause 2: (2002, Comedy) Tim Allen, Elizabeth Mitchell. Santa must get married in order to keep his job. FREEFM
3 p.m.
When I Think of Christmas:(2022, Romance) Shenae Grimes-Beech, Niall Matter. A woman and her ex forge a plan for a Christmas concert. HALL
The 12 Days of Christmas Eve: (2022, Fantasy) Kelsey Grammer, Spencer Grammer. Santa gives a man 12 chances to relive the same day. LIFE
5:10 p.m.
The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause (2006, Comedy) Tim Allen, Martin Short. Jack Frost wants to freeze Santa out of the North Pole. FREEFM
6 p.m.
A Holiday Spectacular: (2022, Drama) Ginna Claire Mason, Derek Klena. An heiress dreams of dancing at Radio City Music Hall. HALL
7 p.m.
Elf: (2003, Children’s) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa’s workshop to search for his family. AMC
A Christmas Story: (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. A boy tries to convince his parents to get him a BB gun. TBS
8 p.m.
A Fabled Holiday: (2022, Romance) Brooke D’Orsay, Ryan Paevey. Talia and her childhood best friend unexpectedly reunite. HALL
9:15 p.m.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: (1948, Fantasy) Narrated by Paul Wing. Animated. A reindeer with a glowing nose saves Christmas. FREEFM
10:01 p.m.
A Big Fat Family Christmas: (2022, Romance) Shannon Chan-Kent, Shannon Kook. A photojournalist gets close to a co-worker. HALL
DEC. 4
8:05 a.m.
Santa Buddies: The Legend of Santa Paws (2009, Children’s) George Wendt, Christopher Lloyd. Talking puppies band together to save Christmas. FREEFM
9:30 a.m.
The Pioneer Woman: Christmas goodies that double as gifts, including homemade gumdrops, and cayenne cheese straws. FOOD
10:45 a.m.
Jack Frost: Animated. Jack falls in love and seeks Father Winter’s advice. AMC
Noon
Picture a Perfect Christmas: (2019, Romance) Merritt Patterson, Jon Cor. A photographer helps a neighbor look after his young nephew. HALL
Serving Up the Holidays: (2021, Romance) Britt Irvin, Zach Roerig. A top chef falls for a handsome rival during the holidays. LIFE
2 p.m.
Crown for Christmas: (2015, Romance) Danica McKellar, Rupert Penry-Jones. Sparks fly between a European king and a governess. HALL
Baking All the Way: (2022, Romance) Cory Lee, Yannick Bisson. A pastry chef clashes with the owner of a bakery. LIFE
4 p.m.
Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town: Animated. A mailman (the voice of Fred Astaire) explains Santa. Animated. FREEFM
Christmas in Connecticut: (1945, Comedy) Barbara Stanwyck, Dennis Morgan. A newspaper columnist is made to play host to a war hero. TCM
5 p.m.
Four Christmases: (2008, Romance-Comedy) Vince Vaughn, Reese Witherspoon. A couple must somehow fit in four holiday visits with family. AMC
5:35 p.m.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: (1948, Fantasy) Narrated by Paul Wing. Animated. A reindeer with a glowing nose saves Christmas. FREEFM
Remember the Night: (1940, Romance-Comedy) Barbara Stanwyck, Fred MacMurray. An assistant DA takes a shoplifter home for the holidays. TCM
6:40 p.m.
Home Alone: (1990, Children’s) Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci. A left-behind boy battles two burglars in the house. FREEFM
7 p.m.
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation: (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo. A traditional Griswold yuletide backfires in comic fashion. AMC
8 p.m.
Merry Textmas: (2022, Romance) Ariana Ron Pedrique, Rodrigo Massa. Sparks fly between an app developer and a graphic designer. LIFE
8:30 p.m.
Fit for Christmas: (2022, Romance) Amanda Kloots, Paul Greene. Sparks fly between a fitness instructor and a businessman. CBS
9:10 p.m.
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992, Children’s) Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci. Kevin ends up in New York when he boards the wrong plane. FREEFM
10:01 p.m.
A Royal Corgi Christmas: (2022, Romance) Hunter King, Jordan Renzo. Sparks fly between a prince and a canine behavior expert. HALL
DEC. 5
8 p.m.
The Polar Express: (2004, Children’s) Voices of Tom Hanks, Michael Jeter. Animated. A conductor guides a boy to the North Pole. AMC
A Christmas Together With You: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Laura Vandervoort, Niall Matter. Megan and Frank take a holiday road trip to find true love. HALL
8:55 p.m.
Scrooged :(1988, Comedy) Bill Murray, Karen Allen. TV-network bigshot meets Christmas ghosts. FREEFM
10 p.m.
Next Stop, Christmas (2021, Fantasy) Lyndsy Fonseca, Chandler Massey. Angie is magically transported into a past Christmas. HALL
DEC. 6
10 p.m.
Christmas Wishes & Mistletoe Kisses: (2019, Romance) Jill Wagner, Matthew Davis. A woman is hired to decorate the estate of a businessman. HALL
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DEC. 7
8 p.m.
Christmas Made to Order: (2018, Romance) Alexa PenaVega, Jonathan Bennett. An architect hosts his family for Christmas. HALL
8:15 p.m.
Christmas With the Kranks: (2004, Comedy) Tim Allen, Jamie Lee Curtis. A couple scramble to assemble a holiday celebration. AMC
DEC. 8
8 p.m.
Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town: Animated. A mailman (the voice of Fred Astaire) explains Santa. Animated. ABC
Scentsational Christmas: (2022, Romance) Nazneen Contractor, Mykee Selkin. Sparks fly between a beautiful perfumer and a writer. LIFE
9 p.m.
CMA Country Christmas: A holiday celebration features Christmas classics. ABC
10 p.m.
Christmas at the Golden Dragon: (2022, Comedy-Drama) Kara Wang, Osric Chau. Siblings learn their parents are closing their restaurant. HALL
DEC. 9
8 p.m.
The Most Colorful Time of the Year: (2022, Romance) Katrina Bowden, Christopher Russell. An optometrist helps bring color into a teacher’s life. HALL
A Recipe for Joy: (2021, Romance) Erin Agostino, Dillon Casey. Sparks fly between a food correspondent and a shy chef. LIFE
9 p.m.
Ella Wishes You a Swinging Christmas With Vanessa Williams: The American Pops Orchestra presents Ella Wishes You a Swingin’ Christmas; host Vanessa Williams. PBS
10 p.m.
Christmas at Belmont: Belmont University students present holiday favorites and classic songs. PBS
10:01 p.m.
Undercover Holiday: (2022, Romance) Noem“‘i Gonz“‘alez, Stephen Huszar. A security guard poses as a pop star’s new beau. HALL
DEC. 10
Noon
The Christmas Contest: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Candace Cameron Bure, John Brotherton. A former couple compete in a Christmas contest to win money. HALL
A Tale of Two Christmases: (2022, Romance) Katherine Barrell, Chandler Massey. A woman gets to experience two different Christmases. HALL
4 p.m.
Jolly Good Christmas: (2022, Romance) Reshma Shetty, Will Kemp. An architect crosses paths with a professional shopper. HALL
6 p.m.
Three Wise Men and a Baby: (2022, Comedy) Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes. Three brothers care for a baby throughout the holidays. HALL
8 p.m.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: Animated. Burl Ives narrates an animated tale about Santa’s sleigh guide. CBS
Christmas Class Reunion: (2022, Romance) Aimee Teegarden, Tanner Novlan. Sparks fly between two former classmates at a reunion. HALL
Kirk Franklin’s The Night Before Christmas: (2022, Drama) Naturi Naughton, Lorea Turner. A woman and her daughter reconcile their differences. LIFE
9 p.m.
Frosty the Snowman: Animated. The jolly soul heads north to avoid the heat. CBS
9:30 p.m.
Frosty Returns: Animated. A snow-removal spray threatens magic Frosty. CBS
10:01 p.m.
Haul Out the Holly: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Lacey Chabert, Wes Brown. Neighbors want a woman to join in Christmas festivities. HALL
DEC. 11
8 a.m.
Almost Christmas: (2016, Comedy-Drama) Danny Glover, Gabrielle Union. A widower and his bickering family gather for the holidays. FX
The Christmas Cottage: (2017, Drama) Merritt Patterson, Steve Lund. A cynical designer decorates the romantic Christmas cottage. HALL
10 a.m.
My Grown-Up Christmas List: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Kayla Wallace, Kevin McGarry. A journalist and a military man develop a growing bond. HALL
2:30 p.m.
Miracle on 34th Street: (1947, Comedy-Drama) Maureen O’Hara, John Payne. An adwoman’s boyfriend defends Macy’s Santa in court. AMC
2:40 p.m.
Disney’s A Christmas Carol: (2009, Children’s) Voices of Jim Carrey, Robin Wright Penn. Animated. Three ghosts give Ebenezer Scrooge a dose of holiday spirit. FREEFM
4:15 p.m.
Holiday Affair: (1949, Romance) Robert Mitchum, Janet Leigh. Two men want to marry war widow for Christmas. TCM
4:45 p.m.
The Year Without a Santa Claus: (2006, Children’s) John Goodman, Chris Kattan. Two elves try to save Christmas after Santa takes time off. AMC
6 p.m.
White House Christmas: 2022 HGTV
The Bishop’s Wife: (1947, Fantasy) Cary Grant, Loretta Young. An angel lends a hand in funding a new church. TCM
8 p.m.
National Christmas Tree Lighting: Celebrating 100 Years: LL Cool J hosts the official tree lighting on the Ellipse in President’s Park in Washington, D.C. CBS
The Holiday Sitter: (2022, Romance) Jonathan Bennett, George Krissa. Sparks fly between a bachelor and a handsome neighbor. HALL
Single and Ready to Jingle: (2022, Romance) Natasha Wilson, Edward Ruttle. A woman finds unexpected holiday romance in Alaska. LIFE
Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas: Animated. Boris Karloff narrates an animated tale about a curmudgeon and merry Whoville. TBS
9 p.m.
Must Love Christmas: (2022, Romance) Liza Lapira, Nathan Witte. A snowbound novelist finds herself in a love triangle. CBS
DEC. 12
8 p.m.
Four Christmases: (2008, Romance-Comedy) Vince Vaughn, Reese Witherspoon. A couple must somehow fit in four holiday visits with family. AMC
Christmas Town: (2019, Romance) Candace Cameron Bure, Tim Rozon. Lauren embarks on a new chapter in her life and career. HALL
10 p.m.
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation: (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo. A traditional Griswold yuletide backfires in comic fashion. AMC
When I Think of Christmas: (2022, Romance) Shenae Grimes-Beech, Niall Matter. A woman and her ex forge a plan for a Christmas concert. HALL
DEC. 13
8 p.m.
Mickey Saves Christmas: Animated. Mickey, Minnie and their pals attempt to celebrate the perfect Christmas at their snowy cabin. ABC
O Holy Night: Christmas With the Tabernacle Choir: Musicians and narrators share the songs and stories that make Christmas memorable. PBS
8:30 p.m.
Olaf’s Frozen Adventure: (2017, Children’s) Voices of Josh Gad, Idina Menzel. Animated. Olaf sets out to bring home the best holiday traditions. ABC
9 p.m.
Disney Prep & Landing: Animated. An elite unit of elves ensures homes are prepared for Santa Claus. ABC
10 p.m
Christmas Next Door: (2017, Romance-Comedy) Jesse Metcalfe, Fiona Gubelmann. A bachelor is left in charge of his niece and nephew. HALL
DEC. 14
8 p.m.
A Very Backstreet Holiday: The Backstreet Boys sing songs from their holiday album, along with classic hits. ABC
Making Spirits Bright: (2021, Romance) Taylor Cole, Carlo Marks. Romance blossoms during a holiday decorating contest. HALL
9 p.m.
Disney’s A Christmas Carol: (2009, Children’s) Voices of Jim Carrey, Robin Wright Penn. Animated. Three ghosts give Ebenezer Scrooge a dose of holiday spirit. FREEFM
DEC. 15
8 p.m.
Christmas With the Kranks: (2004, Comedy) Tim Allen, Jamie Lee Curtis. A couple scramble to assemble a holiday celebration. AMC
Record Breaking Christmas: (2022, Romance) Michelle Argyris, Andrew Bushell. Townspeople try to break multiple holiday world records. LIFE
A Christmas Carol: (1999, Fantasy) Patrick Stewart, Richard E. Grant. Crotchety Ebenezer Scrooge experiences a holiday epiphany. TNT
It’s a Wonderful Life (1946, Comedy-Drama) James Stewart, Donna Reed. An angel saves a distraught businessman from suicide. USA
10 p.m.
Elf: (2003, Children’s) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa’s workshop to search for his family. AMC
Christmas Class Reunion: (2022, Romance) Aimee Teegarden, Tanner Novlan. Sparks fly between two former classmates at a reunion. HALL
DEC. 16
8 p.m.
Holiday Heritage: (2022, Drama) Lyndie Greenwood, Brooks Darnell. A woman encourages her family to heal their past wounds. HALL
A Christmas to Treasure: (2022, Romance) Taylor Frey, Kyle Dean Massey. Sparks fly between childhood friends Austin and Everett. LIFE
9 p.m.
The First Noelle: (2022, Drama) Novi Brown, Lala Milan. Noelle’s ex-boyfriend returns to Atlanta for Christmas. BET
10:01 p.m.
A Kismet Christmas: (2022, Romance) Sarah Ramos, Carlo Marks. An author reconnects with her family and teenage crush. HALL
DEC. 17
8 a.m.
When I Think of Christmas: (2022, Romance) Shenae Grimes-Beech, Niall Matter. A woman and her ex forge a plan for a Christmas concert. HALL
8:15 a.m.
Frosty’s Winter Wonderland: Animated. Andy Griffith tells of the magic snowman’s wedding. AMC
8:45 a.m.
’Twas the Night Before Christmas: Animated. When Santa removes a small town from his delivery itinerary, a family endeavors to regain his favor. AMC
9:15 a.m.
The Year Without a Santa Claus: Animated. Sidelined by a nasty cold, Santa decides not to make his annual Christmas journey. AMC
10 a.m.
Inventing the Christmas Princ:e (2022, Romance) Tamera Mowry-Housley, Ronnie Rowe Jr. A girl thinks her mother’s boss is a prince from a story. HALL
10:30 a.m.
12 Dates of Christmas: (2011, Comedy-Drama) Amy Smart, Mark-Paul Gosselaar. A woman experiences Christmas Eve over and over again. AMC
1 p.m.
One Fine Christmas: (2019, Comedy-Drama) Marla Gibbs, Vanessa Williams. Neighbors struggle to find time for their families. OWN
3:10 p.m.
Disney’s A Christmas Carol: (2009, Children’s) Voices of Jim Carrey, Robin Wright Penn. Animated. Three ghosts give Ebenezer Scrooge a dose of holiday spirit. FREEFM
4 p.m.
Write Before Christmas: (2019, Romance) Torrey DeVitto, Chad Michael Murray. Jessica sends Christmas cards to five people. HALL
5 p.m.
King of Kings: (1961, Historical Drama) Jeffrey Hunter, Siobhan McKenna. Orson Welles narrates the story of Jesus. TCM
8 p.m.
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas: (2022, Drama) Torrey DeVitto, Zane Holtz. An actress takes charge of a town’s Christmas Eve play. HALL
The Holiday Dating Guide: (2022, Romance) Maria Menounos, Brent Bailey. A dating expert has 12 days to make a man fall for her. LIFE
The Greatest Story Ever Told: (1965, Historical Drama) Max von Sydow, Charlton Heston. A chronicle of the life and times of Jesus Christ. TCM
9 p.m.
Elf: (2003, Children’s) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa’s workshop to search for his family. AMC
DEC. 18
8 a.m.
Giada’s Holiday Handbook: Giada hosts a holiday party for kids and transforms the house into a winter wonderland. FOOD
Call Me Claus: (2001, Comedy) Whoopi Goldberg, Nigel Hawthorne. Santa Claus picks a cynical TV producer to replace him. FREEFM
10 a.m.
The Santa Clause: (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold. An adman takes over for fallen Santa. FREEFM
11:45 a.m.
White Christmas: (1954, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Four entertainers try to save an innkeeper from ruin. AMC
Noon
A Christmas Together With You: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Laura Vandervoort, Niall Matter. Megan and Frank take a holiday road trip to find true love. HALL
1 p.m.
A Sisterly Christmas: (2021, Romance) Deborah Joy Winans, Lisa Michelle Cornelius. Kristina and Vicky stay at a luxury resort for Christmas. OWN
1:30 p.m.
The EWTN Family Christmas Special: The Choir of the Eternal Word Television Network performs twelve timeless Christmas hymns. EWTN
3 p.m.
Carols By Candlelight From Knock Shrine: The sights and sounds of Christmas from the Marian Shrine in Knock, Ireland. EWTN
4 p.m.
An Unexpected Christmas: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Bethany Joy Lenz, Tyler Hynes. A man makes a deal with his ex to pretend they’re a couple. HALL
4:15 p.m.
A Christmas Carol: (1938, Children’s) Reginald Owen, Gene Lockhart. Dickens’ London miser Scrooge meets Christmas ghosts. TCM
5:45 p.m.
It Happened on 5th Avenue: (1947, Comedy) Don DeFore, Ann Harding. A hobo shares a mansion with a GI and others in winter. TCM
6 p.m.
Christmas Cookie Challenge: Cookie interpretations of young Santa and Mrs. Claus; cookie greenhouses with edible windows. FOOD
8 p.m.
Wrapped Up in Love: (2021, Romance) Brittany Bristow, Olivier Renaud. Christmas Queen Ashley meets her match in new guy Ben. LIFE
8:30 p.m.
When Christmas Was Young: (2022, Romance) Karen David, Tyler Hilton. A music manager falls for a gifted singer-songwriter. CBS
10:01 p.m.
One Royal Holiday: (2020, Romance) Laura Osnes, Aaron Tveit. Anna offers a mother and son shelter from a blizzard. HALL
DEC. 19
8 p.m.
The Polar Express: (2004, Children’s) Voices of Tom Hanks, Michael Jeter. Animated. A conductor guides a boy to the North Pole. AMC
Holiday Baking Championship: The bakers create desert-inspired succulent tarts, and two head into a cookie cake showdown. FOOD
A Christmas Cookie Catastrophe: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Rachel Boston, Victor Webster. Sparks fly between a cookie CEO and the owner of a bakery. HALL
9 p.m.
Christmas With Mary Berry and Friends: British home cook Mary Berry prepares a Christmas feast that includes turkey and Christmas pudding. PBS
DEC. 20
8 p.m.
Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town: Animated. A mailman (the voice of Fred Astaire) explains Santa. Animated. ABC
Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch: (2018, Children’s) Voices of Benedict Cumberbatch, Cameron Seely. Animated. The Grinch plans to steal Christmas from Whoville. NBC
Chopped: Teri Hatcher, Anthony Anderson, Dawn Wells and Antonio Sabato, Jr. compete in the Chopped Kitchen. FOOD
The Holiday Sitter: (2022, Romance) Jonathan Bennett, George Krissa. Sparks fly between a bachelor and a handsome neighbor. HALL
9 p.m.
Toy Story That Time Forgot: Animated. Trixie must save the day when the gang finds itself in uncharted territory. ABC
O Holy Night: Christmas With the Tabernacle Choir: Musicians and narrators share the songs and stories that make Christmas memorable. PBS
9:30 p.m.
Shrek the Halls: Animated. The ogre’s holiday plans go awry when Donkey and the gang join festivities. ABC
10 p.m.
Lucy Worsley’s 12 Days of Tudor Christmas: Tudor origins of certain Christmas traditions, from carols and turkey to gift-giving and mistletoe. PBS
Christmas With the Kranks: (2004, Comedy) Tim Allen, Jamie Lee Curtis. A couple scramble to assemble a holiday celebration. AMC
DEC. 21
8 p.m.
Reindeer in Here: Animated. A young reindeer and his friends band together to save the future of Christmas. CBS
Four Christmases: (2008, Romance-Comedy) Vince Vaughn, Reese Witherspoon. A couple must somehow fit in four holiday visits with family. AMC
Olaf’s Frozen Adventure: (2017, Children’s) Voices of Josh Gad, Idina Menzel. Animated. Olaf sets out to bring home the best holiday traditions. FREEFM
A Tale of Two Christmases: (2022, Romance) Katherine Barrell, Chandler Massey. A woman gets to experience two different Christmases. HALL
Christmas in Connecticut: (1945, Comedy) Barbara Stanwyck, Dennis Morgan. A newspaper columnist is made to play host to a war hero. TCM
9 p.m.
Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas: NBC
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: (1948, Fantasy) Narrated by Paul Wing. Animated. A reindeer with a glowing nose saves Christmas. FREEFM
10 p.m.
The Most Colorful Time of the Year: (2022, Romance) Katrina Bowden, Christopher Russell. An optometrist helps bring color into a teacher’s life. HALL
Holiday Affair: (1949, Romance) Robert Mitchum, Janet Leigh. Two men want to marry war widow for Christmas. TCM
DEC. 22
8 p.m.
Last Christmas: (2019, Romance-Comedy) Emilia Clarke, Henry Golding. A Christmas shop elf finds romance with a charming suitor. FX
The Nine Lives of Christmas: (2014, Children’s) Brandon Routh, Kimberly Sustad. A bachelor learns the value of love and companionship. HALL
10 p.m.
Reclaiming the Carol: Caught up in commercialization, a cynical stage manager is visited by the spirit of Charles Dickens. EWTN
Holiday Heritage: (2022, Drama) Lyndie Greenwood, Brooks Darnell. A woman encourages her family to heal their past wounds. HALL
DEC. 23
8 p.m.
The 24th Annual a Home for the Holidays at the Grove: Inspirational stories of lives changed through adoption; scheduled performers include Andy Grammer. CBS
How the Grinch Stole Christmas!: Animated. Boris Karloff narrates an animated tale about a curmudgeon and merry Whoville. NBC
The Polar Express: (2004, Children’s) Voices of Tom Hanks, Michael Jeter. Animated. A conductor guides a boy to the North Pole. AMC
Amahl and the Night Visitors: A poor crippled boy’s act of selflessness is rewarded by a miracle from the Christ child. EWTN
Remember the Night: (1940, Romance-Comedy) Barbara Stanwyck, Fred MacMurray. An assistant DA takes a shoplifter home for the holidays. TCM
8:30 p.m.
5 More Sleeps ‘til Christmas: Animated. A young boy who loves Christmas must adjust his elaborate plans when an unexpected guest arrives. NBC
9 p.m.
Christmas Takes Flight: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Katie Lowes, Evan Williams. A pilot starts falling for her airline’s new CEO. CBS
Dolly Parton’s Christmas of Many Colors: Circle of Love (2016, Docudrama) Jennifer Nettles, Ricky Schroder. Dolly Parton’s father tries to buy his wife a wedding ring. NBC
The Nutcracker and the Mouse King: Alan Cumming narrates a re-imagination of The Nutcracker and the Mouse King. PBS
10 p.m.
Elf: (2003, Children’s) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa’s workshop to search for his family. AMC
In Concert: Christmas In Vienna: One of the most prestigious classical concert productions in Europe. EWTN
The Holiday: (2006, Romance-Comedy) Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet. Two women from different countries swap homes at Christmas. TRUTV
DEC. 24
8 a.m.
A Cozy Christmas Inn:(2022, Romance) Jodie Sweetin, David O’Donnell. Sparks fly between a woman and her ex in Alaska. HALL
First Christmas: (2020, Drama) Idara Victor, Tonea Stewart. A writer meets the biological family she never knew she had. OWN
9 a.m.
The Great Rupert: (1950, Comedy) Jimmy Durante, Terry Moore. A trained squirrel raises cash for a destitute family. TCM
9:45 a.m.
Rudolph’s Shiny New Year: Animated. The red-nosed reindeer sets out in a midnight fog to find Happy, the New Year baby. AMC
10:30 a.m.
Tenth Avenue Angel: (1948, Comedy-Drama) Margaret O’Brien, Angela Lansbury. A child works her innocent wiles to keep a young man honest. TCM
11 a.m.
White Christmas: (1954, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Four entertainers try to save an innkeeper from ruin. AMC
Noon
A Chestnut Family Christmas: (2021, Drama) Meagan Holder, Brad James. A talented pastry chef poses as a wealthy homeowner. OWN
1:30 p.m.
Solemn Mass of Christmas Eve in Rome: Mass with the Holy Father from St. Peter’s Basilica. EWTN
1:45 p.m.
’Twas the Night Before Christmas: Animated. When Santa removes a small town from his delivery itinerary, a family endeavors to regain his favor. AMC
2 p.m.
A Kismet Christmas: (2022, Romance) Sarah Ramos, Carlo Marks. An author reconnects with her family and teenage crush. HALL
2:15 p.m.
Frosty’s Winter Wonderland: Animated. Andy Griffith tells of the magic snowman’s wedding. AMC
2:57 p.m.
The Man Who Invented Christmas: (2017, Historical Drama) Dan Stevens, Christopher Plummer. Author Charles Dickens writes A Christmas Carol in 1843. STARZ
3 p.m.
Holiday Baking Championship: Gingerbread Showdown: The teams must create versions of holiday parades and incorporate an item made with hot cocoa. FOOD
4 p.m.
A Big Fat Family Christmas: (2022, Romance) Shannon Chan-Kent, Shannon Kook. A photojournalist gets close to a co-worker. HALL
Baking Christmas: (2019, Comedy) Tim Reid, Aloma Wright. Patty, the founder of a popular bakery, decides to retire. OWN
Christmas in Connecticut: (1945, Comedy) Barbara Stanwyck, Dennis Morgan. A newspaper columnist is made to play host to a war hero. TCM
5:30 p.m.
Carols By Candlelight From Knock Shrine: The sights and sounds of Christmas from the Marian Shrine in Knock, Ireland. EWTN
6 p.m.
Four Christmases: (2008, Romance-Comedy) Vince Vaughn, Reese Witherspoon. A couple must somehow fit in four holiday visits with family. AMC
A Magical Christmas Village: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Alison Sweeney, Luke Macfarlane. A miniature Christmas village magically grants wishes. HALL
Cooking Up Christmas: (2020, Romance-Comedy) Meagan Holder, Lamman Rucker. A chef takes a job with a baseball player for the holidays. OWN
Arthur Christmas: (2011, Children’s) Voices of James McAvoy, Hugh Laurie. Animated. Santa’s youngest son undertakes an urgent Christmas mission. TOON
8 p.m.
It’s a Wonderful Life: (1946, Comedy- Drama) James Stewart, Donna Reed. An angel saves a distraught businessman from suicide. NBC
Love Actually: (2003, Romance-Comedy) Hugh Grant, Laura Linney. Various people deal with relationships in London. BBC
Christmas Cookie Challenge: Cookie-making couples make two gift tags and construct a fortress fit to withstand a snowball fight. FOOD
Haul Out the Holly: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Lacey Chabert, Wes Brown. Neighbors want a woman to join in Christmas festivities. HALL
A Christmas Story: (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. A boy tries to convince his parents to get him a BB gun. TBS
The Bishop’s Wife: (1947, Fantasy) Cary Grant, Loretta Young. An angel lends a hand in funding a new church. TCM
9 p.m. O Holy Night: Christmas With the Tabernacle Choir: Musicians and narrators share the songs and stories that make Christmas memorable. PBS
9:30 p.m.
My Southern Family Christmas: (2022, Drama) Jaicy Elliot, Bruce Campbell. A woman gets to know her biological dad for the first time. HALL
10 p.m.
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation: (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo. A traditional Griswold yuletide backfires in comic fashion. AMC
A Christmas Carol: (1938, Children’s) Reginald Owen, Gene Lockhart. Dickens’ London miser Scrooge meets Christmas ghosts. TCM
DEC. 25
8 a.m.
Solemn Mass of Christmas: Solemn Christmas Mass from Our Lady of the Angels Chapel in Irondale, Ala. EWTN
In Merry Measure: (2022, Romance) Patti Murin, Brendan Penny. A pop star finds herself coaching a high school choir. HALL
A Christmas Story: (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. A boy tries to convince his parents to get him a BB gun. TBS
Christmas in Paradise: (2022, Comedy) Kelsey Grammer, Elizabeth Hurley. Sisters reunite with their estranged dad in the Caribbean. STARZ
8:30 a.m.
Babes in Toyland: (1934, Children’s) Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy. Stan and Ollie rescue Bo-Peep and Tom-Tom in Toyland. TCM
10 a.m.
Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade: A Christmas parade and musical performances. ABC
11 a.m.
Amahl and the Night Visitors: A poor crippled boy’s act of selflessness is rewarded by a miracle from the Christ child. EWTN
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: (1948, Fantasy) Narrated by Paul Wing. Animated. A reindeer with a glowing nose saves Christmas. FREEFM
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas: (2022, Drama) Torrey DeVitto, Zane Holtz. An actress takes charge of a town’s Christmas Eve play. HALL
11:39 a.m.
Deck the Halls: (2006, Comedy) Danny DeVito, Matthew Broderick. Neighbors clash over decoration glare. STARZ
12:30 p.m.
Jolly Good Christmas :(2022, Romance) Reshma Shetty, Will Kemp. An architect crosses paths with a professional shopper. HALL
1:15 p.m.
Jingle All the Way: (1996, Children’s) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sinbad. A father tries desperately to find a special Christmas toy. STARZ
2 p.m.
Christmas With the Kranks: (2004, Comedy) Tim Allen, Jamie Lee Curtis. A couple scramble to assemble a holiday celebration. AMC
Carole’s Christmas: (2019, Comedy-Drama) Kimberly Elise, Anthony Montgomery. A woman’s life is turned upside down during the holidays. OWN
3:30 p.m.
Christmas at the Golden Dragon: (2022, Comedy-Drama) Kara Wang, Osric Chau. Siblings learn their parents are closing their restaurant. HALL
4:15 p.m.
Holiday Affai:r (1949, Romance) Robert Mitchum, Janet Leigh. Two men want to marry war widow for Christmas. TCM
4:22 p.m.
The Family Stone: (2005, Romance-Comedy) Dermot Mulroney, Sarah Jessica Parker. A man introduces his uptight girlfriend to his family. STARZ
4:40 p.m.
Black Nativity: (2013, Musical) Forest Whitaker, Angela Bassett. A teen goes to New York to spend Christmas with relatives. HBO
5 p.m.
A Christmas Story: (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. A boy tries to convince his parents to get him a BB gun. TNT
6 p.m.
Elf: (2003, Children’s) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa’s workshop to search for his family. AMC
Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch: (2018, Children’s) Voices of Benedict Cumberbatch, Cameron Seely. Animated. The Grinch plans to steal Christmas from Whoville. FX
6:09 p.m.
Christmas in Paradise: (2022, Comedy) Kelsey Grammer, Elizabeth Hurley. Sisters reunite with their estranged dad in the Caribbean. STARZ
6:30 p.m.
Three Wise Men and a Baby: (2022, Comedy) Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes. Three brothers care for a baby throughout the holidays. HALL
7:41 p.m.
Outlander Yule Log: The Fraser family home in Lallybroch hosts a roaring Scottish hearth and traditional holiday music. STARZ
8 p.m.
All Creatures Great and Small on Masterpiece: Helen and James realize they haven’t agreed on where they’re spending Christmas Day. PBS
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation: (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo. A traditional Griswold yuletide backfires in comic fashion. AMC
A Holiday Spectacular: (2022, Drama) Ginna Claire Mason, Derek Klena. An heiress dreams of dancing at Radio City Music Hall. HALL
A Christmas Stray: (2021, Romance) Andra Fuller, Rhyon Nicole Brown. A man stranded on Christmas Eve is drawn to the local vet. OWN
The Royal Nanny: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Rachel Skarsten, Dan Jeannotte. An undercover MI5 agent must resist the charms of a prince. HALL
A Chestnut Family Christmas: (2021, Drama) Meagan Holder, Brad James. A talented pastry chef poses as a wealthy homeowner. OWN
DEC. 26
8 p.m.
Holiday Baking Championship: FOOD
The Nine Kittens of Christmas: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Kimberley Sustad, Brandon Routh. Two cat lovers must find homes for a litter of kittens. HALL
10 p.m.
Reunited at Christmas: (2018, Drama) Nikki Deloach, Mike Faiola. Sam is facing her first Christmas without Nana. HALL
DEC. 27
8 p.m.
The Christmas Contest: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Candace Cameron Bure, John Brotherton. A former couple compete in a Christmas contest to win money. HALL
10 p.m.
Inventing the Christmas Prince: (2022, Romance) Tamera Mowry-Housley, Ronnie Rowe Jr. A girl thinks her mother’s boss is a prince from a story. HALL
DEC. 28
8 p.m.
My Grown-Up Christmas List: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Kayla Wallace, Kevin McGarry. A journalist and a military man develop a growing bond. HALL
10 p.m.
Open by Christmas: (2021, Romance) Alison Sweeney, Erica Durance. A woman searches for an old secret admirer at Christmastime. HALL
DEC. 29
8 p.m.
The Royal Nanny: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Rachel Skarsten, Dan Jeannotte. An undercover MI5 agent must resist the charms of a prince. HALL
10 p.m.
On the 12th Date of Christmas: (2020, Romance) Mallory Jansen, Tyler Hynes. Two game designers team up to create a scavenger hunt. HALL
DEC. 30
8 p.m.
’Tis the Season to Be Merry: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Rachael Leigh Cook, Travis Van Winkle. A woman finds Christmas cheer with a charismatic aid worker. HALL
10 p.m.
A Royal Corgi Christmas: (2022, Romance) Hunter King, Jordan Renzo. Sparks fly between a prince and a canine behavior expert. HALL
DEC. 31
8 a.m.
We Wish You a Married Christmas: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Marisol Nichols, Kristoffer Polaha. A couple visit a quiet town to reconnect at Christmastime. HALL
10 a.m.
Christmas at the Golden Dragon: (2022, Comedy-Drama) Kara Wang, Osric Chau. Siblings learn their parents are closing their restaurant. HALL
Noon
One Royal Holiday: (2020, Romance) Laura Osnes, Aaron Tveit. Anna offers a mother and son shelter from a blizzard. HALL
6 p.m.
Crown for Christmas: (2015, Romance) Danica McKellar, Rupert Penry-Jones. Sparks fly between a European king and a governess. HALL
7 p.m.
Christmas Cookie Challenge: FOOD
7:13 p.m.
The Family Stone: (2005, Romance-Comedy) Dermot Mulroney, Sarah Jessica Parker. A man introduces his uptight girlfriend to his family. STARZ
8 p.m.
Three Wise Men and a Baby: (2022, Comedy) Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes. Three brothers care for a baby throughout the holidays. HALL
10 p.m.
Christmas at Castle Hart: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Lacey Chabert, Stuart Townsend. A woman hosts a Christmas party at a nobleman’s castle. HALL