Sunday, Dec. 1 2013
The best of televsion for the holiday season.
A Plethora of Holiday Programming Ahead By Candace Havens FYI Television It’s that time of year again when the networks do their best to bring a bit of cheer to viewers. We’ve gathered a selected list of fun holiday programming for the family. Some of it’s new and others are favorites from years gone by. We’ve grouped them by network to make them easy to find.
CBS Narrated by Jimmy Durante, it isn’t the holidays until we’ve seen “Frosty the Snowman,” airing Friday, Dec. 6, at 7 p.m. on CBS. And if that doesn’t provide your talking-snowman fix, “Frosty Returns,” narrated by Jonathan Winters, airs on the network Saturday, Dec. 14, at 8:30 p.m. There is no happier snowman than Frosty. But the little girl Virginia is not so cheerful when a playground bully tells her there is no such thing as Santa Claus. She sets out in search of the truth on “Yes, Virginia,” airing Friday, Dec. 6, at 7:30 p.m. and featuring the voices of Neil Patrick Harris, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Alfred Molina. A young reindeer wants to be a famous flyer like this father on “The Flight Before Christmas,” airing Saturday, Dec. 7, at 7 p.m. The special features the voices of Norm MacDonald and Emma Roberts. And it isn’t animated, but there is an “I Love Lucy Christmas Special” on CBS, featuring two new colorized episodes from the 1950s series, airing Friday, Dec. 20, at 7 p.m. Lucy and the gang are always good for a laugh.
NBC NBC heralds the arrival of the holidays with a dazzling display of musical talent and the lighting of the world’s most
famous Christmas tree during the 16th annual “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” broadcast, airing Wednesday, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m. The starstudded 81st annual tree-lighting extravaganza will feature an array of musical guests performing current hits and holiday classics from Rockefeller Center in New York City. The Peacock Network follows up this time-honored tradition with a newer one – culling the archives of “Saturday Night Live” sketches for a compilation of those related to the holiday at hand, this one being an “SNL Christmas,” airing at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 4. The humor may not be for the whole family, but this collection of holiday skits from the 38-year span of the variety series is one way of revisiting Christmases past. Nothing says Christmas like “It’s a Wonderful Life,” which has its annual NBC screening on Saturday, Dec. 14, at 7 p.m. Jimmy Stewart stars as George Bailey, a man down on his luck who learns what the world would be like without him. Donna Reed and Lionel Barrymore also star. If you miss it the first time, there is an encore presentation on Tuesday, Dec. 24, at 7 p.m.
ABC The Hallmark Hall of Fame presentation “Christmas in Conway” debuts Sunday, Dec. 1, at 8 p.m. on ABC. Andy Garcia plays a man who wants to relive a special memory with his sick wife (Mary-Louise Parker). There is also love in the air with the ailing woman’s
Jennifer Nettles is the host of “CMA Country Christmas,” airing Monday, Dec. 2, at 8 p.m. on ABC.
home-care nurse (Mandy Moore) and the landscape designer (Riley Smith) working next door. In the mood for some holiday tunes? “CMA Country Christmas,” airing Monday, Dec. 2, at 8 p.m., is a two-hour special hosted by Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles and featuring performances by Trace Adkins, Luke Bryan, Sheryl Crow, Lucy Hale, Jake Owen, Kellie Pickler, Rascal Flatts, Darius Rucker and Michael W. Smith. Even Willie Robertson of “Duck Dynasty” is stopping by. And on Thursday, Dec. 19, at 7 p.m., ABC brings back a perennial favorite from 1965, “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” which is still adorable and poignant. It never gets old watching Charlie Brown decorating that sad little tree.
6 p.m. Christmas Kiss (2011, Holiday) Elisabeth Röhm. Priscilla Hall’s socialite boyfriend, Adam Hughes, causes quite the battle between Priscilla and her assistant, Wendy, as the battle for his attention. NR. ION 6:30 p.m. SpongeBob SquarePants It’s a Spongebob Christmas! SpongeBob accidentally puts all the residents of Bikini Bottom on Santa’s “naughty” list as part of one of Plankton’s plots to get the Krabby Patty formula. NICK 7 p.m. The Christmas Spirit (2013, Holiday) Nicollette Sheridan. After a small town journalist arrives home for the holiday season, she discovers a real estate developer is attempting to purchase small local businesses. (HD) HALLMARK 7 p.m. Dear Secret Santa (2013, Holiday) Tatyana Ali. When a woman named Jennifer moves back into her childhood home, she begins to receive curious Christmas cards that remind her of an old friend. NR. (HD) LIFETIME 8 p.m. Christmas In Conway (2013, Romance) Mary-Louise Parker. The tale of a husband searching for the perfect gift for his ailing wife for Christmas and figuring out that he wants to give her a ride on a real ferris wheel. NR. (HD) ABC 8 p.m. Holiday Road Trip (2013, Romance) Shelley Long. A woman finds herself on a road trip across the country with her boss’ son to deliver her company’s mascot dog to the Beverly Hills Christmas Parade. ION 9 p.m. A Princess for Christmas (2011, Holiday) Katie McGrath. After her sister is killed in an auto accident, a young woman and her niece and nephew she is watching are invited to Europe for the Christmas holiday. HALLMARK 10 p.m. My Santa (2013, Family) Matthew Lawrence. A young mother is beginning to lose her faith in the magic of Christmas, but when she takes her son to the local mall Santa she feels an immediate attraction. NR. ION 11 p.m. Catch a Christmas Star (2013, Holiday) Shannon Elizabeth. After a renowned pop icon gets back together with her high school sweetheart, she soon encounters resistance from her record label and the media. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
Monday, Dec. 2 2013 6 p.m. Jack Frost A groundhog relates a unique tale of a winter sprite-like character who relinquishes his malicious image, becomes human and helps a knight win his love. (HD) FAMILY 7 p.m. It’s a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie (2002, Holiday) Steve Whitmire. Kermit and the Muppets have to scramble to save the Muppet Theater when the bank owner who holds their mortgage wants to turn the theater into a casino. PG. (HD) CW 7 p.m. Farewell Mr. Kringle (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor. When a magazine writer is assigned to find out what make’s Mistletoe’s Santa Claus tick, she quickly discovers how much Kris Kringle means to the small town. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 7 p.m. The Dog Who Saved the Holidays (2012, Holiday) Dean Cain. A dog’s family gets a new puppy, and while he quickly
grows tired of his devious sister, he must learn to work with her when thieves threaten the family. PG. (HD) HUB 7 p.m. The Twelve Trees of Christmas (2013, Holiday) Lindy Booth. A New York woman attempts to stop the demolition of a local library but soon finds herself up against a determined urban developer and his unexpected charms. NR. (HD) LIFETIME 8 p.m. CMA Country Christmas Host Jennifer Nettles and a live audience help celebrate the season with some of the most powerful musicians in the country music scene such as Trace Adkins. (HD) (N) ABC 9 p.m. Call Me Claus (2001, Holiday) Whoopi Goldberg. A producer at a home shopping network hires a Santa Claus for the network, but he’s seeking out a yuletide replacement and hopes to groom her for the job. NR. (HD) LIFETIME 9 p.m. The Christmas Card (2006, Holiday) John Newton. A young American soldier in the Middle East sets out to find the sender of a Christmas card and discovers more than he anticipated. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 11 p.m. The Dog Who Saved the Holidays (2012, Holiday) Dean Cain. A dog’s family gets a new puppy, and while he quickly grows tired of his devious sister, he must learn to work with her when thieves threaten the family. PG. (HD) HUB 11 p.m. Gift of the Magi (2010, Holiday) Marla Sokoloff. After a newlywed couple agrees not to exchange Christmas presents in order to save money over the holidays, they both make sacrifices to buy the other a gift. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
Tuesday, Dec. 3 2013 7 p.m. Scrooged (1988, Comedy) Bill Murray. A TV network executive fires an aide, exploits his secretary and trashes a holiday show on Christmas Eve but ghostly visitations show him the error of his ways. PG-13. FAMILY 7 p.m. Help for the Holidays (2012, Family) Summer Glau. When one of Santa Claus’s elves becomes curious about life outside of the North Pole, the jolly man sends her on a special mission to Los Angeles. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 7 p.m. Christmas Angel (2009, Holiday) K.C. Clyde. A woman searches for a job, but when her neighbor offers her a job helping him bring cheer to the less fortunate, things begin to turn around. PG. (HD) LIFETIME 9 p.m. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989, Comedy) Doug Llewelyn. Members of an eccentric family try to create the perfect holiday by inviting all their relatives over for a long visit, but the plan turns into a disaster. PG-13. (HD) FAMILY 9 p.m. A Christmas Wedding (2006, Holiday) Sarah Paulson. A couple who met on Christmas day plans a special wedding to be married on Christmas day as well, but a snow storm threatens their wedding. NR. (HD) LIFETIME 9 p.m. Hitched for the Holidays (2012, Romance) Joey Lawrence. A man and woman agree to pose as each other’s dates for the holiday season to please their families, who are pressuring them to be in a relationship. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
Wednesday, Dec. 18, at 7 p.m., The CW presents the “iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2013” concert, featuring Selena Gomez, Miley Cyrus, Robin Thicke, Pitbull, Enrique Iglesias, Fall Out Boy, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Fifth Harmony, Ariana Grande, Jason Derulo, Austin Mahone and others.
10:02 p.m. The Real Story of Christmas Experts reveal caroling began with drunkards seeking food and liquor, Santa is linked to an abusing kidnapper, and Christmas was outlawed in early centuries. (HD) HISTORY 11 p.m. Three Days (2001, Drama) Kristin Davis. An angel arranges for a widower to re-live the last three days of his wife’s life, so that he can give her a gift that will save her life. NR. FAMILY 11 p.m. A Christmas Visitor (2002, Holiday) William Devane. A family has not celebrated Christmas in 11 years after losing their son in the war, but a stranger arrives at the house to restore their faith in the holidays. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
Wednesday, Dec. 4 2013 7 p.m. All I Want for Christmas (2007, Holiday) Jimmy “Jax” Pinchak. A 10-yearold boy enters a national contest, and his entry “All I Want for Christmas is a Husband for My Mom” has consequences for his mother. G. (HD) HALLMARK 7 p.m. Christmas in Rockefeller Center NBC kicks off the holiday season with the lighting of the world’s most famous Christmas tree, and performances from some of the biggest stars in music today. (HD) (N) NBC 7 p.m. Kristin’s Christmas Past (2013, Holiday) Shiri Appleby. A feisty woman who’s cut ties with her family wakes up to a Christmas from her past and realizes that she’s been given a second chance to alter her future. NR. (HD) LIFETIME 7 p.m. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989, Comedy) Doug Llewelyn. Members of an eccentric family try to create the perfect holiday by inviting all their relatives over for a long visit, but the plan turns into a disaster. PG-13. (HD) FAMILY 9 p.m. Fir Crazy (2013, Holiday) Sarah Lancaster. After a woman unexpectedly loses her job, she must work at her family’s Christmas tree lot to make ends meet during the holiday season. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 9 p.m. Deck the Halls (2006, Holiday) Danny DeVito. Two neighbors get into a Christmas lights war when one of them
decides to have so many lights they are visible from space turning the neighborhood upside down. PG. FAMILY 9 p.m. All About Christmas Eve (2012, Holiday) Haylie Duff. A woman working as a party planner in New York receives a last-minute notice about a Christmas Eve party that would mean canceling her vacation with her beau. (HD) LIFETIME 11 p.m. A Very Brady Christmas (1988, Holiday) Florence Henderson. Plans are underway for a Yuletide reunion, the first in years, but each of the six kids has a secret reason for not wanting to attend. NR. FAMILY
Thursday, Dec. 5 2013 7 p.m. Let It Snow (2013, Holiday) Candace Cameron Bure. After a resort company purchases a new property, a talented businesswoman must inspect the land and file an important report on its status. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 9 p.m. The Christmas Spirit (2013, Holiday) Nicollette Sheridan. After a small town journalist arrives home for the holiday season, she discovers a real estate developer is attempting to purchase small local businesses. (HD) HALLMARK
Friday, Dec. 6 2013 7 p.m. The Three Gifts (2009, Holiday) Dean Cain. A young couple provides a temporary home for three trouble-making orphan boys while their orphanage is undergoing renovations during the Holidays. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 7 p.m. Finding Mrs. Claus (2012, Holiday) Mira Sorvino. Santa’s mood goes from jolly to gloomy when Mrs. Claus decides to leave him, but the elves have a plan to get him back on his feet in time for Christmas. NR. (HD) LIFETIME 7 p.m. Frosty the Snowman A group of kids are thrilled when their snowman magically comes to life, but they must travel north with him when spring arrives to prevent him from melting. (HD) CBS 7:30 p.m. Yes, Virginia A young girl begins to doubt the existence of Santa Claus after an encounter with a bully; unsure, she writes to the local newspaper for answers. (HD) CBS
9 p.m. The Real St. Nick (2012, Holiday) Torrey DeVitto. A hospital nurse falls for a handsome man in a Santa suit who’s been brought to her ward unconscious, but when he wakes up, he claims to actually be Santa. NR. (HD) LIFETIME 9 p.m. Single Santa Seeks Mrs. Claus (2004, Holiday) Steve Guttenberg. As he approaches retirement, Santa becomes apprehensive about turning over his holiday duties to his unmarried son, who frantically searches for a bride. (HD) HALLMARK 9 p.m. Fred Claus (2007, Comedy) Vince Vaughn. Santa’s brother ends up in jail, so Santa gets him to work at the North Pole to help pay off his debt, but his bad attitude begins to try Santa’s patience. PG. (HD) TBS 11 p.m. Meet the Santas (2005, Holiday) Steve Guttenberg. The new Santa Claus and his fiancée prepare for their Christmas wedding while the groom-to-be gets ready to take over the family business from his father. NR. HALLMARK 11 p.m. Prancer (1989, Holiday) Sam Elliott. An impoverished farmer’s daughter is ridiculed by her friends after stating she is caring for one of Santa Claus’ wounded reindeer. G. FAMILY
Saturday, Dec. 7 2013 7 p.m. Christmas in Rockefeller Center NBC kicks off the holiday season with the lighting of the world’s most famous Christmas tree, and performances from some of the biggest stars in music today. (HD) NBC 7 p.m. Christmas in the City (2013, Holiday) Ashley Williams. A woman working at an urban shopping center during the holidays is dismayed to learn that her boss has replaced the store’s Santa with a risqué model. NR. (HD) LIFETIME 7 p.m. Santa Switch (2013, Holiday) Ethan Erickson. During the holiday season, a man’s marriage is jeopardized when his wife considers divorcing him, and he also struggles with his job. (HD) HALLMARK 9 p.m. Let It Snow (2013, Holiday) Candace Cameron Bure. After a resort company purchases a new property, a talented businesswoman must inspect the land and file an important report on its status. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 9 p.m. Kristin’s Christmas Past (2013, Holiday) Shiri Appleby. A feisty woman who’s cut ties with her family wakes up to a Christmas from her past and realizes that she’s been given a second chance to alter her future. NR. (HD) LIFETIME 10 p.m. Deck the Halls (2006, Holiday) Danny DeVito. Two neighbors get into a Christmas lights war when one of them
decides to have so many lights they are visible from space turning the neighborhood upside down. PG. FAMILY 11 p.m. A Season for Miracles (1999, Holiday) Carla Gugino. A woman takes her drug-addicted sister’s children and travels to a town called Bethlehem where an angel helps her protect the kids and find romance. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
Sunday, Dec. 8 2013 6 p.m. A Christmas Wedding Date (2012, Holiday) Catherine Hicks. After being fired, a woman travels home to visit her mother and attend her friends’ wedding on Christmas Eve and learns that she is in control of her destiny. NR. ION 7 p.m. Holidaze (2013, Holiday) Jennie Garth. A high-powered saleswoman forced to spend the holiday in her hometown takes a bad fall and wakes up in an alternate reality where she never left home. NR. FAMILY 7 p.m. November Christmas (2010, Holiday) Karen Allen. Neighbors band together to help create a special early Halloween and Christmas for a family faced with the serious prognosis of their ill 8-year-old daughter. (HD) HALLMARK 8 p.m. Christmas Belle (2013, Romance) C. Thomas Howell. A handsome but arrogant man hires an appraiser to clean out his parent’s home before Christmas arrives, but instead she figures out ways to soften his heart. NR. ION 9 p.m. Holiday in Handcuffs (2007, Comedy) Melissa Joan Hart. A waitress feels pressured to please her parents, so she kidnaps a customer from her restaurant and takes him to meet her parents as her boyfriend. (HD) FAMILY 9 p.m. November Christmas (2010, Holiday) Karen Allen. Neighbors band together to help create a special early Halloween and Christmas for a family faced with the serious prognosis of their ill 8-year-old daughter. (HD) HALLMARK 10 p.m. Christmas Kiss (2011, Holiday) Elisabeth Röhm. Priscilla Hall’s socialite boyfriend, Adam Hughes, causes quite the battle between Priscilla and her assistant, Wendy, as the battle for his attention. NR. ION 10:02 p.m. Christmas in the City (2013, Holiday) Ashley Williams. A woman working at an urban shopping center during the holidays is dismayed to learn that her boss has replaced the store’s Santa with a risqué model. NR. (HD) LIFETIME 11 p.m. Silver Bells (2005, Holiday) Anne Heche. A young man with a passion for photography abandons his Christmas tree-salesman father from Nova Scotia after a quarrel in New York City. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
Monday, Dec. 9 2013 7 p.m. Naughty or Nice (2012, Drama) Hilarie Burton. When a woman accidentally receives a package intended for Santa Claus containing his ‘naughty or nice’ list, she discovers the truth about those in her life. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 9 p.m. Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas (2011, Holiday) Gil Bellows. A Washington State teacher decides to surprise her daughter in Harvard by doing a house swap with a Boston professor to be able to spend Christmas with her. (HD) HALLMARK
11 p.m. A Town Without Christmas (2001, Holiday) Patricia Heaton. A town is united when a young boy’s letter to Santa reveals that he wishes to leave this world so he will no longer be a burden to his divorcing parents. NR. HALLMARK
renowned pop icon gets back together with her high school sweetheart, she soon encounters resistance from her record label and the media. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
Tuesday, Dec. 10 2013
6 p.m. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989, Comedy) Doug Llewelyn. Members of an eccentric family try to create the perfect holiday by inviting all their relatives over for a long visit, but the plan turns into a disaster. PG-13. (HD) FAMILY 7 p.m. Silver Bells (2005, Holiday) Anne Heche. A young man with a passion for photography abandons his Christmas tree-salesman father from Nova Scotia after a quarrel in New York City. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 7 p.m. Love Actually (2003, Romance) Hugh Grant. Eight people who live in London fall in love, out of love and lament about not having love lives during the frantic weeks before the Christmas holidays. R. (HD) AMC 8 p.m. Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir Featuring Alfie Boe and Tom Brokaw The Mormon Tabernacle Choir & Orchestra and guests come together to celebrate the holidays with performances of “Bring Him Home,” “Sing Noel!” and other songs. (HD) PBS 8 p.m. Scrooged (1988, Comedy) Bill Murray. A TV network executive fires an aide, exploits his secretary and trashes a holiday show on Christmas Eve but ghostly visitations show him the error of his ways. PG-13. FAMILY 9 p.m. The Christmas Ornament (2013, Holiday) Kellie Martin. After a widow decides to keep her holiday festivities relatively low key, she soon encounters a Christmas tree lot owner who provides her with a decoration. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 11 p.m. A Very Merry Mix Up (2013, Holiday) Alicia Witt. A shop owner travels to stay with her fiance’s parents, and after being picked up at the airport she soon discovers that she has joined the wrong family. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
7 p.m. Santa Switch (2013, Holiday) Ethan Erickson. During the holiday season, a man’s marriage is jeopardized when his wife considers divorcing him, and he also struggles with his job. (HD) HALLMARK 7 p.m. Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir Featuring Alfie Boe and Tom Brokaw The Mormon Tabernacle Choir & Orchestra and guests come together to celebrate the holidays with performances of “Bring Him Home,” “Sing Noel!” and other songs. (HD) (N) PBS 8 p.m. Dance Moms Holiday Special: Twas the Fight Before Christmas Abby plans for a festive holiday showcase, but some of the mothers dislike the choices she makes for their daughters; the gloves come off. (HD) (N) LIFETIME 8 p.m. The Year Without a Santa Claus Mrs. Claus relates the story of the year Santa was sick and decided to take a break from Christmas, prompting two of his elves to try to convince him otherwise. (HD) FAMILY 9 p.m. A Christmas Wish (2011, Holiday) Kristy Swanson. A mother of two daughters and a stepson has come upon struggling times after her husband abandoned them with no place to stay and a pile of bills. (HD) HALLMARK 10:01 p.m. Dance Moms Holiday Special: Twas the Fight Before Christmas Abby plans for a festive holiday showcase, but some of the mothers dislike the choices she makes for their daughters; the gloves come off. (HD) LIFETIME 11 p.m. The Santa Incident (2010, Holiday) Ione Skye. After his sleigh is shot down by Homeland Secuirty, Santa Claus spends his time building stacks of toys in a small town waiting for his Elf Posse to rescue him. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 11 p.m. Snowglobe (2007, Family) Christina Milian. Only expecting the usual floating snow, a young woman discovers a fantasy world inside a snow globe of her grandmother’s. (HD) FAMILY
Wednesday, Dec. 11 2013 7 p.m. The Christmas Spirit (2013, Holiday) Nicollette Sheridan. After a small town journalist arrives home for the holiday season, she discovers a real estate developer is attempting to purchase small local businesses. (HD) HALLMARK 8 p.m. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989, Comedy) Doug Llewelyn. Members of an eccentric family try to create the perfect holiday by inviting all their relatives over for a long visit, but the plan turns into a disaster. PG-13. (HD) FAMILY 9 p.m. Window Wonderland (2013, Holiday) Naomi Judd. A serious woman competes against her carefree department store co-worker during the holiday season in an effort to acquire a coveted company position. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 11 p.m. Catch a Christmas Star (2013, Holiday) Shannon Elizabeth. After a
Thursday, Dec. 12 2013
Friday, Dec. 13 2013 6 p.m. White Christmas (1954, Holiday) Bing Crosby. After becoming romantically involved with a duo of singing sisters, two former Army buddies decide to take their song-and-dance routine on the road. NR. (HD) AMC 7 p.m. Dear Secret Santa (2013, Holiday) Tatyana Ali. When a woman named Jennifer moves back into her childhood home, she begins to receive curious Christmas cards that remind her of an old friend. NR. (HD) LIFETIME 7 p.m. Holiday Engagement (2011, Holiday) Bonnie Somerville. After being jilted at the altar by her fiancé, a young woman hires an unemployed artist to pretend to be her fiancé over the holiday weekend. (HD) HALLMARK 7 p.m. Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas A mean-hearted hermit descends into an unsuspecting town to steal all of the presents from the children, but he ends up learning the true meaning of Christmas. TBS
7:30 p.m. Fred Claus (2007, Comedy) Vince Vaughn. Santa’s brother ends up in jail, so Santa gets him to work at the North Pole to help pay off his debt, but his bad attitude begins to try Santa’s patience. PG. (HD) TBS 8 p.m. Silent Night Told is the story of the Christmas Eve truce during the First World War, when French, Scottish and German soldiers laid down their arms on Dec. 24, 1914. (HD) (N) PBS 8:45 p.m. White Christmas (1954, Holiday) Bing Crosby. After becoming romantically involved with a duo of singing sisters, two former Army buddies decide to take their song-and-dance routine on the road. NR. (HD) AMC 9 p.m. The Christmas Card (2006, Holiday) John Newton. A young American soldier in the Middle East sets out to find the sender of a Christmas card and discovers more than he anticipated. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 9 p.m. Dear Santa (2011, Holiday) Amy Acker. A 24-year-old woman aimlessly drifts through life when she finds a letter to Santa that is written by a little girl and asks him to bring her daddy a new wife. NR. (HD) LIFETIME 11 p.m. Debbie Macomber’s Mrs. Miracle (2009, Holiday) James Van Der Beek. A single dad hires a nanny to care for his two rowdy 6-year-olds, only to discover that there’s more to the humble woman than meets the eye. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 11 p.m. Christmas Cupid (2010, Holiday) Christina Milian. An influential publicist is taken upon a time-spanning journey by a deceased former client that shows her the rippling effects of her failed romances. (HD) FAMILY
Saturday, Dec. 14 2013 6 p.m. White Christmas (1954, Holiday) Bing Crosby. After becoming romantically involved with a duo of singing sisters, two former Army buddies decide to take their song-and-dance routine on the road. NR. (HD) AMC 7 p.m. Silent Night Told is the story of the Christmas Eve truce during the First World War, when French, Scottish and German soldiers laid down their arms on Dec. 24, 1914. (HD) PBS 7 p.m. Christmas on the Bayou (2013, Holiday) Hilarie Burton. In the hopes of strengthening her bond with her young son, a busy New York executive decides to spend Christmas in her Southern hometown. NR. (HD) LIFETIME 7 p.m. Hats Off to Christmas! (2013, Holiday) Haylie Duff. After a hat shop manager is overlooked for a new position, she is forced to train her boss’ son for the job instead, however she soon falls for the young man. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 8 p.m. Frosty the Snowman A group of kids are thrilled when their snowman magically comes to life, but they must travel north with him when spring arrives to prevent him from melting. (HD) CBS 8 p.m. CMA Country Christmas Host Jennifer Nettles and a live audience help celebrate the season with some of the most powerful musicians in the country music scene such as Trace Adkins. (HD) ABC
8:30 p.m. Frosty Returns Frosty the Snowman asks for help from the children of the small town of Beansboro to stop the inventor of a spray chemical that instantly gets rid of snow. (HD) CBS 8:45 p.m. White Christmas (1954, Holiday) Bing Crosby. After becoming romantically involved with a duo of singing sisters, two former Army buddies decide to take their song-and-dance routine on the road. NR. (HD) AMC 9 p.m. Silver Bells (2005, Holiday) Anne Heche. A young man with a passion for photography abandons his Christmas tree-salesman father from Nova Scotia after a quarrel in New York City. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 11 p.m. November Christmas (2010, Holiday) Karen Allen. Neighbors band together to help create a special early Halloween and Christmas for a family faced with the serious prognosis of their ill 8-year-old daughter. (HD) HALLMARK
Sunday, Dec. 15 2013 7 p.m. Finding Christmas (2013, Holiday) JT Hodges. After men from New York and North Carolina decide to switch residences during the holiday season, each one encounters a woman from the other’s life. (HD) HALLMARK 7 p.m. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989, Comedy) Doug Llewelyn. Members of an eccentric family try to create the perfect holiday by inviting all their relatives over for a long visit, but the plan turns into a disaster. PG-13. (HD) FAMILY 9 p.m. Scrooged (1988, Comedy) Bill Murray. A TV network executive fires an aide, exploits his secretary and trashes a holiday show on Christmas Eve but ghostly visitations show him the error of his ways. PG-13. FAMILY 9 p.m. Single Santa Seeks Mrs. Claus (2004, Holiday) Steve Guttenberg. As he approaches retirement, Santa becomes apprehensive about turning over his holiday duties to his unmarried son, who frantically searches for a bride. (HD) HALLMARK 11 p.m. White Christmas (1954, Holiday) Bing Crosby. After becoming romantically involved with a duo of singing sisters, two former Army buddies decide to take their song-and-dance routine on the road. NR. (HD) AMC 11 p.m. Meet the Santas (2005, Holiday) Steve Guttenberg. The new Santa Claus and his fiancée prepare for their Christmas wedding while the groom-to-be gets ready to take over the family business from his father. NR. HALLMARK
Monday, Dec. 16 2013 7 p.m. Disney’s Prep & Landing After not receiving a promotion, an elf is left feeling overlooked, but events lead him and his new partner on an extreme adventure to save Christmas. (HD) ABC 7 p.m. Window Wonderland (2013, Holiday) Naomi Judd. A serious woman competes against her carefree department store co-worker during the holiday season in an effort to acquire a coveted company position. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 7:30 p.m. Disney’s Prep & Landing 2: Naughty Vs. Nice Wayne and Lanny must recover classified technology that has that
has been stolen by a Naughty Kid; Wayne seeks out a Naughty Kid expert to aid in the mission. (HD) ABC 8 p.m. Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas Manny makes Sid believe that he’s now on Santa’s naughty list; Sid, Crash, Eddie and Peaches head to the North Pole to plead their case to Santa. (HD) FOX 8 p.m. The Santa Clause 2 (2002, Holiday) Tim Allen. After reading through the fine print of his contract, Santa Claus realizes he must find a Mrs. Claus to remain in his current position. G. (HD) FAMILY 9 p.m. Farewell Mr. Kringle (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor. When a magazine writer is assigned to find out what make’s Mistletoe’s Santa Claus tick, she quickly discovers how much Kris Kringle means to the small town. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 11 p.m. Karroll’s Christmas (2004, Holiday) Tom Everett Scott. Hijinks ensue when the ghosts of Ebeneezer Scrooge, eager to teach the true meaning of Christmas, drop in on the wrong house. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
Tuesday, Dec. 17 2013 6 p.m. The Santa Clause 2 (2002, Holiday) Tim Allen. After reading through the fine print of his contract, Santa Claus realizes he must find a Mrs. Claus to remain in his current position. G. (HD) FAMILY 7 p.m. A Bride for Christmas (2012, Romance) Arielle Kebbel. A woman who abandoned three previous wedding engagements finds love with a man who has agreed to participate in a wager involving marriage. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 9 p.m. Let It Snow (2013, Holiday) Candace Cameron Bure. After a resort company purchases a new property, a talented businesswoman must inspect the land and file an important report on its status. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 11 p.m. I’ll Be Home for Christmas (1998, Holiday) Jonathan Taylor Thomas. A college student stranded in the middle of the desert tries to make it home before Christmas Eve in order to receive a sports car and win his girlfriend back. PG. (HD) FAMILY 11 p.m. Christmas with Holly (2012, Holiday) Catherine Bérubé. Mark, 6-year-old Holly’s uncle and guardian, owns a coffee shop in Friday Harbor and continues to run into Maggie, who just came to town to open a toy store. (HD) HALLMARK
Wednesday, Dec. 18 2013 6 p.m. Winnie the Pooh and Christmas, Too Pooh and all his friends take it upon themselves to deliver a special Christmas wish list to Santa Claus before the delivery deadline approaches. TV G. FAMILY 7 p.m. iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2013 Clear Channel’s Z100 music station hosts its 18th annual music concert with artists Miley Cyrus, Robin Thicke, Pitbull, Enrique Iglesias and Fall Out Boy. (HD) (N) CW 7 p.m. A Home for the Holidays with Celine Dion The 15th annual special celebrating inspirational stories of families adopting children from foster care and giving them new hope, with musical performances. (HD) (N) CBS 7 p.m. Hats Off to Christmas! (2013, Holiday) Haylie Duff. After a hat shop
manager is overlooked for a new position, she is forced to train her boss’ son for the job instead, however she soon falls for the young man. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 9 p.m. Santa Switch (2013, Holiday) Ethan Erickson. During the holiday season, a man’s marriage is jeopardized when his wife considers divorcing him, and he also struggles with his job. (HD) HALLMARK 11 p.m. Santa Baby (2006, Holiday) Jenny McCarthy. The daughter of Santa Claus flees to the big city to become a business tycoon, but she returns to save the day when her father falls ill. (HD) FAMILY
Thursday, Dec. 19 2013 6 p.m. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer & the Island of Misfit Toys (2001, Holiday) Richard Dreyfuss. When the Evil Toy Taker takes all of Santa’s toys, it’s up to Rudolph and his friends to stop him and bring Christmas to the children of the world. NR. FAMILY 7 p.m. Scrooge (1970, Musical) Albert Finney. In a musical adaption of the beloved tale “A Christmas Carol,” a miserly old man contends with ghosts throughout Christmas Eve, bringing him a change of heart. G. TCM 7 p.m. All I Want for Christmas (2007, Holiday) Jimmy “Jax” Pinchak. A 10-yearold boy enters a national contest, and his entry “All I Want for Christmas is a Husband for My Mom” has consequences for his mother. G. (HD) HALLMARK 8 p.m. Christmas at Luther: Tidings of Comfort and Joy At the Luther College Center for Faith and Life, the school’s instrumental and vocal ensembles perform traditional holiday carols and sacred Christmas anthems. (HD) PBS 9 p.m. Finding Christmas (2013, Holiday) JT Hodges. After men from New York and North Carolina decide to switch residences during the holiday season, each one encounters a woman from the other’s life. (HD) HALLMARK 10:30 p.m. Scrooge (1935, Drama) Seymour Hicks. A grumpy miser gets a taste of his own medicine and Christmas spirit when three ghosts take him on a journey through his troubling past, present and future. NR. TCM 11 p.m. Deck the Halls (2006, Holiday) Danny DeVito. Two neighbors get into a Christmas lights war when one of them decides to have so many lights they are visible from space turning the neighborhood upside down. PG. FAMILY
Tuesday, Dec. 31, NBC’s “New Year’s Eve With Carson Daly” will ring in 2014 with some of the best musical performances from 2013, the two-hour special airing live in primetime from 9 to 10 p.m., and then continuing from 10:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. with the first performances of the New Year.
Friday, Dec. 20 2013 7 p.m. Christmas in Washington 2013 Talented musical artists come together at the nation’s capital in order to celebrate the 2013 Christmas holiday with sensational performance. (N) TNT 7 p.m. I Love Lucy Christmas Special The Ricardos and Mertzes spend time together decorating a Christmas Tree; the two couples travel on vacation to Rome where Lucy is invited to be in a film. (N) CBS 7 p.m. The Christmas Ornament (2013, Holiday) Kellie Martin. After a widow decides to keep her holiday festivities relatively low key, she soon encounters a Christmas tree lot owner who provides her with a decoration. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 8 p.m. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989, Comedy) Doug Llewelyn. Members of an eccentric family try to create the perfect holiday by inviting all their relatives over for a long visit, but the plan turns into a disaster. PG-13. (HD) FAMILY 9 p.m. Moonlight & Mistletoe (2008, Drama) Candace Cameron Bure. When bankruptcy threatens a New England tourist attraction, the resident St. Nick seeks the help of his daughter, who left the Christmas business years ago. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 9 p.m. Christmas at Belmont At the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville, Tenn., student musicians from Belmont University and other music artists perform traditional carols and more. (HD) (N) PBS 10 p.m. Christmas in Washington 2013 Talented musical artists come together at the nation’s capital in order to celebrate the 2013 Christmas holiday with sensational performance. TNT 11 p.m. Santa, Jr. (2002, Holiday) Lauren Holly. Santa’s son Nick has been a source of disappointment to his father and in an effort to improve he decides to make some early Christmas visits and lands in jail. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
Saturday, Dec. 21 2013 7 p.m. I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown! Stressed
out by his older sister Lucy, ReRun asks Snoopy to invite his canine brother Spike for a visit, yielding catastrophic results. ABC 7 p.m. The Christmas Blessing (2005, Holiday) Blake Shelton. A young medical resident questions his career and moves home, where he soon meets a beautiful schoolteacher and one of her students who he soon befriends. NR. HALLMARK 7 p.m. The Santa Clause 2 (2002, Holiday) Tim Allen. After reading through the fine print of his contract, Santa Claus realizes he must find a Mrs. Claus to remain in his current position. G. (HD) FAMILY 8 p.m. Christmas at Belmont At the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville, Tenn., student musicians from Belmont University and other music artists perform traditional carols and more. (HD) PBS 9 p.m. Christmas at Luther: Tidings of Comfort and Joy At the Luther College Center for Faith and Life, the school’s instrumental and vocal ensembles perform traditional holiday carols and sacred Christmas anthems. (HD) PBS 9 p.m. The Most Wonderful Time of the Year (2008, Holiday) Henry Winkler. A single working mother’s disdain for the Christmas season is put to the test when her uncle brings a mysterious stranger into her home. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 9:30 p.m. Christmas Eve (1947, Holiday) George Raft. A rich lady needs the help of her three long-lost sons to hold on to her money and her estate from her covetous nephew who is trying to deem her as incompetent. NR. TCM 10:30 p.m. Fred Claus (2007, Comedy) Vince Vaughn. Santa’s brother ends up in jail, so Santa gets him to work at the North Pole to help pay off his debt, but his bad attitude begins to try Santa’s patience. PG. (HD) TNT 11 p.m. Christmas Magic (2011, Holiday) Lindy Booth. An event planner meets her guiding spirit after being in a car accident and learns she must save a struggling restaurant owner before going to heaven. HALLMARK
11 p.m. The Mistle-Tones (2012, Holiday) Tia Mowry-Hardrict. A girl creates her own singing group around Christmas after she auditions and doesn’t get the part to join a musical group that her late mother started. NR. (HD) FAMILY
Sunday, Dec. 22 2013 7 p.m. The Christmas Card (2006, Holiday) John Newton. A young American soldier in the Middle East sets out to find the sender of a Christmas card and discovers more than he anticipated. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 8:30 p.m. Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000, Holiday) Jim Carrey. A shunned, spiteful and revenge-seeking Grinch and his dog plot to destroy the joyous Christmas celebration of the citizens of Whoville. PG. (HD) FAMILY 9 p.m. Hitched for the Holidays (2012, Romance) Joey Lawrence. A man and woman agree to pose as each other’s dates for the holiday season to please their families, who are pressuring them to be in a relationship. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 11 p.m. November Christmas (2010, Holiday) Karen Allen. Neighbors band together to help create a special early Halloween and Christmas for a family faced with the serious prognosis of their ill 8-year-old daughter. (HD) HALLMARK
Monday, Dec. 23 2013 6 p.m. The Year Without a Santa Claus Mrs. Claus relates the story of the year Santa was sick and decided to take a break from Christmas, prompting two of his elves to try to convince him otherwise. (HD) FAMILY 7 p.m. Futurama The Futurama Holiday Spectacular When the holiday season finally arrives, Bender and the Planet Express crew learn the real truth about three different celebration narratives. TV14. (HD) COMEDY 7 p.m. November Christmas (2010, Holiday) Karen Allen. Neighbors band together to help create a special early Halloween and Christmas for a family faced with the serious prognosis of their ill 8-year-old daughter. (HD) HALLMARK 7 p.m. Shrek the Halls Shrek’s plans for a peaceful Christmas holiday with his family get sidetracked when Donkey, Puss-in-Boots and the rest decide to crash the festivities. (HD) ABC 7:30 p.m. A Chipmunk Christmas Christmastime is approaching, and the Chipmunks are excited for the big day to arrive; the chipmunks go window shopping and learn the true meaning of Christmas. ABC 8 p.m. Christmas in Norway with the St. Olaf Choir At the Nidaros Cathedral, the a cappella St. Olaf Choir and the Nidaros Jentekor choir perform a variety of Christmas songs, Norwegian hymns and more. (HD) (N) PBS 9 p.m. Hollywood Game Night Two contestants lead their celebrity teams in a special Christmas edition of the show, competing in a series of wild party games for the chance to win $25,000. (HD) (N) NBC 11 p.m. Scrooged (1988, Comedy) Bill Murray. A TV network executive fires an aide, exploits his secretary and trashes a holiday show on Christmas Eve but
ghostly visitations show him the error of his ways. PG-13. FAMILY 11 p.m. The Night Before the Night Before Christmas (2010, Family) Rick Roberts. When Santa Claus crashes on a family’s roof and loses his memory, it’s up to them to help Santa so that the world doesn’t miss Christmas. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
Tuesday, Dec. 24 2013 6 p.m. The Santa Clause 2 (2002, Holiday) Tim Allen. After reading through the fine print of his contract, Santa Claus realizes he must find a Mrs. Claus to remain in his current position. G. (HD) FAMILY 6:30 p.m. Family Guy A Very Special Family Guy Freaking Christmas Holiday mishaps include Lois going ballistic after losing her Christmas cheer and Peter not being able to watch the KISS Christmas special. TBS 7 p.m. Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas A mean-hearted hermit descends into an unsuspecting town to steal all of the presents from the children, but he ends up learning the true meaning of Christmas. (HD) ABC 7 p.m. Meet the Santas (2005, Holiday) Steve Guttenberg. The new Santa Claus and his fiancée prepare for their Christmas wedding while the groom-to-be gets ready to take over the family business from his father. NR. HALLMARK 7 p.m. Christmas in Connecticut (1945, Comedy) Barbara Stanwyck. A chic magazine writer who is supposed to be an expert homemaker must entertain her boss and a war veteran for the holidays. NR. TCM 7 p.m. Christmas at Belmont At the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville, Tenn., student musicians from Belmont University and other music artists perform traditional carols and more. (HD) PBS 7 p.m. The 12 Dogs of Christmas (2005, Holiday) Jordan-Claire Green. When a 12-year-old girl is relocated to a small town where dogs are not allowed, she endeavors to gain the support of her schoolmates to lift the ban. G. CW 8 p.m. Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir Featuring Alfie Boe and Tom Brokaw The Mormon Tabernacle Choir & Orchestra and guests come together to celebrate the holidays with performances of “Bring Him Home,” “Sing Noel!” and other songs. (HD) PBS 9 p.m. Hats Off to Christmas! (2013, Holiday) Haylie Duff. After a hat shop manager is overlooked for a new position, she is forced to train her boss’ son for the job instead, however she soon falls for the young man. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 11 p.m. Fir Crazy (2013, Holiday) Sarah Lancaster. After a woman unexpectedly loses her job, she must work at her family’s Christmas tree lot to make ends meet during the holiday season. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
Wednesday, Dec. 25 2013 6:30 p.m. The Christmas Spirit (2013, Holiday) Nicollette Sheridan. After a small town journalist arrives home for the holiday season, she discovers a real estate developer is attempting to purchase small local businesses. (HD) HALLMARK
7 p.m. Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas Manny makes Sid believe that he’s now on Santa’s naughty list; Sid, Crash, Eddie and Peaches head to the North Pole to plead their case to Santa. (HD) FOX 8 p.m. The Christmas Ornament (2013, Holiday) Kellie Martin. After a widow decides to keep her holiday festivities relatively low key, she soon encounters a Christmas tree lot owner who provides her with a decoration. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 8 p.m. Snowmageddon (2011, Science Fiction) Magda Apanowicz. A family receives a mysterious snow globe that has the power to affect the weather in their town in the same manner that it is affected. PG-13. (HD) SYFY 8 p.m. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989, Comedy) Doug Llewelyn. Members of an eccentric family try to create the perfect holiday by inviting all their relatives over for a long visit, but the plan turns into a disaster. PG-13. (HD) FAMILY 9:30 p.m. Let It Snow (2013, Holiday) Candace Cameron Bure. After a resort company purchases a new property, a talented businesswoman must inspect the land and file an important report on its status. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 11 p.m. Snow Bride (2013, Holiday) Katrina Law. After a journalist spends the holidays with a member of a political family, she is conflicted as to whether or not she should reveal what she’s learned. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
Thursday, Dec. 26 2013 6 p.m. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989, Comedy) Doug Llewelyn. Members of an eccentric family try to create the perfect holiday by inviting all their relatives over for a long visit, but the plan turns into a disaster. PG-13. (HD) FAMILY 7 p.m. A Town Without Christmas (2001, Holiday) Patricia Heaton. A town is united when a young boy’s letter to Santa reveals that he wishes to leave this world so he will no longer be a burden to his divorcing parents. NR. HALLMARK 9 p.m. The Christmas Blessing (2005, Holiday) Blake Shelton. A young medical resident questions his career and moves home, where he soon meets a beautiful schoolteacher and one of her students who he soon befriends. NR. HALLMARK 11 p.m. The Santa Clause 2 (2002, Holiday) Tim Allen. After reading through the fine print of his contract, Santa Claus realizes he must find a Mrs. Claus to remain in his current position. G. (HD) FAMILY 11 p.m. Karroll’s Christmas (2004, Holiday) Tom Everett Scott. Hijinks ensue when the ghosts of Ebeneezer Scrooge, eager to teach the true meaning of Christmas, drop in on the wrong house. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
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Sunday, Dec. 29 2013
6 p.m. The Santa Clause 2 (2002, Holiday) Tim Allen. After reading through the fine print of his contract, Santa Claus realizes he must find a Mrs. Claus to remain in his current position. G. (HD) FAMILY 7 p.m. Help for the Holidays (2012, Family) Summer Glau. When one of Santa Claus’s elves becomes curious about life outside of the North Pole, the jolly man sends her on a special mission to Los Angeles. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 9 p.m. Matchmaker Santa (2012, Holiday) Lacey Chabert. A woman’s best friend orchestrates a situation where she ends up stranded in a small town with her fiancé’s assistant in hopes that the two will fall in love. (HD) HALLMARK 10 p.m. My Cat From Hell Hell-iday Special (HD) ANIMAL 11 p.m. It’s Christmas, Carol! (2012, Holiday) Olivia Cheng. A ruthless publishing executive is visited by the ghost of her former boss, who tries to show her she has lost sight of the important things in life. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
7 p.m. A Christmas Wish (2011, Holiday) Kristy Swanson. A mother of two daughters and a stepson has come upon struggling times after her husband abandoned them with no place to stay and a pile of bills. (HD) HALLMARK 7 p.m. Grown Ups (2010, Comedy) Adam Sandler. A group of former teammates gathers to pay homage to their late basketball coach and relive some of their glory days without acknowledging the passage of time. PG-13. (HD) FX 9 p.m. The Christmas Spirit (2013, Holiday) Nicollette Sheridan. After a small town journalist arrives home for the holiday season, she discovers a real estate developer is attempting to purchase small local businesses. (HD) HALLMARK 11 p.m. Farewell Mr. Kringle (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor. When a magazine writer is assigned to find out what make’s Mistletoe’s Santa Claus tick, she quickly discovers how much Kris Kringle means to the small town. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
Saturday, Dec. 28 2013 7 p.m. A Princess for Christmas (2011, Holiday) Katie McGrath. After her sister is killed in an auto accident, a young woman and her niece and nephew she is watching are invited to Europe for the Christmas holiday. HALLMARK 9 p.m. Christmas with Holly (2012, Holiday) Catherine Bérubé. Mark, 6-year-old Holly’s uncle and guardian, owns a coffee shop in Friday Harbor and continues to run into Maggie, who just came to town to open a toy store. (HD) HALLMARK 11 p.m. All I Want for Christmas (2007, Holiday) Jimmy “Jax” Pinchak. A 10-yearold boy enters a national contest, and his entry “All I Want for Christmas is a Husband for My Mom” has consequences for his mother. G. (HD) HALLMARK
Monday, Dec. 30 2013 7 p.m. Happy New Year, Charlie Brown! Charlie Brown is assigned a book report on “War and Peace,” but keeps getting distracted by dance lessons and a party, so he barely finishes the report. ABC 7 p.m. Catch a Christmas Star (2013, Holiday) Shannon Elizabeth. After a renowned pop icon gets back together with her high school sweetheart, she soon encounters resistance from her record label and the media. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 9 p.m. Christmas Song (2012, Holiday) Natasha Henstridge. Two music directors must compete for one job in a Christmas song competition after two formerly rival schools are merged into one. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 11 p.m. Annie Claus is Coming to Town (2011,
Debuting Thursday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. on NBC, “The Sound of Music Live!” stars Grammy winner Carrie Underwood as Maria and British actor Stephen Moyer (“True Blood”) as Capt. Von Trapp in an unprecedented live telecast based on the stage version of the 1959 Rodgers and Hammerstein musical.
Holiday) Maria Thayer. Santa’s daughter receives a year sabbatical to experience the real world before deciding if she wants to take over her father’s business when he retires. HALLMARK
Tuesday, Dec. 31 2013 7 p.m. Let It Snow (2013, Holiday) Candace Cameron Bure. After a resort company purchases a new property, a talented businesswoman must inspect the land and file an important report on its status. NR. (HD) HALLMARK 7 p.m. New Year’s Rockin’ Eve Presents The 30 Greatest Women In Music Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, from “The View” co-host Jenny McCarthy and musician Fergie, this special seeks to celebrate the 30 greatest female artists is music. (HD) (N) ABC 9 p.m. Dick Clark’s Primetime New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest 2014 While Ryan Seacrest reviews the best of this year in music, Fergie hosts the Los Angeles festivities and Jenny McCarthy reports live from Times Square. (HD) ABC 9 p.m. Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas (2011, Holiday) Gil Bellows. A Washington State teacher decides to surprise her daughter in Harvard by doing a house swap with a Boston professor to be able to spend Christmas with her. (HD) HALLMARK 10:30 p.m. Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest 2014 Part 1 Ryan Seacrest counts down the festivities until midnight live from Times Square with music and interviews reviewing the last year and hopes for the year to come (HD) ABC 11 p.m. The Christmas Pageant (2011, Holiday) Charlene Amoia. An intense Broadway director finds herself looking for work after being fired from her job and is forced to direct a Christmas pageant in a small New York town. NR. (HD) HALLMARK
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December 2013 — 5
Feature
Peter Capaldi debuts as the 12th Doctor in this year’s Christmas special Shona Dustan / TV Media
For most people, Christmas is a time of peace, family and thanksgiving. For “Doctor Who” fans, Christmas can be a very turbulent time indeed.
make the Time Lord his own is keeping his thick Scottish brogue. Writer/Producer Steven Moffat told to feature Tennant. ready know that this ince the series fans that he thinks was rebooted in Matt Smith, the 11th one’s going to be a “the fun story will be 2005, a special Doctor, first appeared doozie. Smith an– and we have the opepisode has aired evnounced in May that in that 2009 special portunity here – is ery Christmas Day. In and has not disapthis year’s Christmas what the regeneration 2005’s “The Christmas pointed. Only 26 special would be his can do to you. He can Invasion,” David last appearance as The be very, very differwhen his tenure beTennant endeared Doctor, and fans gan, he was the ent.” He promises that himself as the 10th youngest ever cast for buzzed for months, the inclusion of Doctor to the many speculating on who the role, and he has Capaldi’s Glaswegian viewers that were ap- gone on to earn a would replace him. twang will add to the prehensive about the place as one of the all- On Aug. 4, it was recharacterization of a change. We watched time greatest versions vealed that 55-yearmuch “older, trickier as the Doctor and old Scottish actor of the beloved Time and fiercer Doctor.” Rose Tyler bonded, Peter Capaldi would Lord. Last year’s Like many fans, and found ourselves Christmas special fea- be the 12th Doctor, a Moffat is excited about looking forward to the tured Smith’s Doctor vast departure from the upcoming transinew Tennant-helmed as he struggled to the young, eccentric tion, but also undercope with the loss of series. The next year, Smith. Critics lauded stands that many will two very special com- the show’s runners for struggle with the we had just lost Rose panions, and featured this choice, pointing and were all in change: “I sympathize the next major commourning – enter out that, because of with the kids who’ve Donna Noble in “The panion, Clara, who their age difference, grown up with Matt will also figure promi- there would be less di- Smith. It’s like when Runaway Bride” (2006). She set us back nently in this year’s rect comparison beyou move home and on track and pulled us Christmas special. tween the two Time your mum and dad out of our RoseLords, which should Which brings us to say, ‘You’ll make new induced funk. Three 2013’s much-anticipat- allow Capaldi to make friends.’ I always reyears later, the 2009 the new Doctor his ed, series-changing sented the intruder, Christmas special own without too special. Though the but then after a while, broke many hearts as episode is as yet unti- much criticism. Part I forgot there had been one before him it was the last episode tled, Whovians alof Capaldi’s plan to
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... As most people have realized, the moment you think of him in the part, you find it hard to think of anyone else.” As Capaldi will be the 12th Doctor, most Whovians figured this to be the last regeneration of the legendary Time Lord – after all, everyone knows they only get 12 regenerations. But Moffat sent fans’ heads spinning in October, when he made this comment at
the Cheltenham Literature Festival: “He can only regenerate 12 times. ...I think you should go back to your DVDs and count correctly this time. There’s something you’ve all missed.” Theories abound, but no answers are forthcoming. Fans will just have to watch this year’s Christmas special as the mystery of the enigmatic Doctor unfolds.
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December 2013 — 6
Favorite Holiday Movie Villains
Top 5 Holiday Movie Villains The beauty of Christmas stories is that there are few villains that stay villains. Ebenezer Scrooge is the best, most universally recognized example of this concept, a crotchety old man who has hardened his heart to love and joy – a man who makes it his life’s mission to make everyone else as miserable as he’s become. As the story progresses, Scrooge is taken on a magical journey to witness Christmases past, present and future, and somewhere along the way he remembers how to be happy. Scrooge is a character we all come across in our lives, and his role in “A Christmas Carol” helps us remember that, no matter how far gone a person is, there’s always a way back to happiness.
2. Stripe: “Gremlins” (1984) “Gremlins” isn’t on everyone’s list of favorite Christmas films, but it’s become a holiday cult classic. Stripe is the main baddie, a gremlin born of the hero, Gizmo, when he accidentally gets wet. As everyone knows, getting a Mogwai wet causes them to multiply ... and feeding them after midnight turns them into the nasty and wild reptilian creatures known as Gremlins. Stripe leads his band of Gremlins as they rip through town, destroying anything they like, attacking people and causing mischief everywhere. Stripe is a diabolical little demon, irredeemable, unlike most of the characters on this list, which may be why he’s so appreciated as a villain.
3. The Abominable Snow Monster: “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” (1964) The story of Rudolph is essentially a tale of misfits finding a place where they can be themselves and be loved for it. The whole business with the Abominable Snow Monster is quite dramatic for a kids’ special: the snow monster kidnaps Rudolph’s family, so the misfits lure the monster out of his cave, knock it unconscious and pull out all of its teeth (good thing they had an aspiring dentist with them). When the beast awakens, the heroic prospector, Yu-
kon Cornelius, and his sled dogs chase the monster over a cliff, the whole lot of them going over after him. Scary, no? But, this being a Christmas special, that can’t be the whole story. Cornelius ultimately manages to tame the snow monster, teaching him how to place stars atop Christmas trees – a very useful skill in a land where Christmas is the sole industry.
4. The Grinch: “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (1966) This furry green jerk has become the epitome of holiday villains. Unlike Ebenezer Scrooge, we never find out why the Grinch is so cranky that he seems to hate Christmas just for the sake of hating Christmas. But, like most good holiday stories, even The Mean One is redeemed in the end. After witnessing an outpouring of love and camaraderie by the Whos of Whoville – despite the fact that their Christmases were literally stolen from them – “the Grinch’s small heart grew three sizes,” prompting him to return all of the Christmas loot he had stolen, and help the Whos celebrate the best Christmas ever.
5. Mr. Oogie Boogie: “The Nightmare Before Christmas” (1993) Tim Burton’s stop-motion animated classic is unique in its ability to suit Halloween and Christmas seasons alike. Jack Skellington, the misguided-but-ultimately-redeemed protagonist, has Santa abducted so he can take his place and know what it’s like to spread joy. Unfortunately, the scheming Mr. Oogie Boogie gets a hold of the jolly old man, and the villain sets out to play a dangerous game with Santa’s life. Mr. Oogie Boogie represents the darkest places within ourselves, and Jack defeats his own demons by getting rid of this evil schemer. The Grinch in “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas
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December 2013 — 7
Match-Up
Holiday Match-Up Around the world, different people celebrate Christmas with different traditions. See if you can match the tradition to the country.
a) Australia
1. This country celebrates the Feast of St. Nicholas with traditional baked carp.
b) Austria
2. Christmas is the time when Nisse, a mischievous elf who enjoys playing jokes, gets out and has fun. In order to avoid his worst pranks, families leave a bowl of porridge or rice pudding for Nisse.
c) Bulgaria d) Denmark
3. Here, the main Christmas tradition is called La Posada, a reenactment of Joseph and Mary’s search for shelter. 4. Mattack, whale skin with a bit of blubber on the inside, is eaten at Christmastime here. It’s very tough to chew, but tastes a lot like coconut.
e) Greenland
5. Tiny oil lamps are lit in every house on Christmas Eve in this country. After dinner and Midnight Mass, people fill the streets to dance the Jota, a special dance that has been handed down for centuries.
f) Holland
6. Here, Christmas Eve is the most important holiday, and the people celebrate with a meal of at least 12 dishes, all without meat.
g) Mexico
7. Taffy making and caroling (“eisteddfodde”) are an important part of this country’s Christmas tradition. 8. Here, a little brownie, or ultomten, helps Santa give presents out the good girls and boys.
h) Spain
9. St. Nicholas travels to this country by boat with his little helper, Black Peter.
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10. Here, flaming plum puddings are a favourite Christmas dessert, and traditionally, a small favour is baked into one pudding. Whoever finds this favour will enjoy good luck this year.
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The Peanuts gang celebrates Christmas by caroling in “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” airing this December on ABC
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1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Family Thanksgiving” (2010, Family) Daphne Zuniga. An attorney bumps her head and wakes up in an alternate reality as a wife and mother. 2 p.m. (NBC) Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloons, floats, celebrities and marchers parade through the streets of Manhattan. 3:30 p.m. (TBN) God Came Near Based on Max Lucado’s beloved book, God Came Near. 4:55 p.m. (COM) Jeff Dunham’s Very Special Christmas Special Comedian Jeff Dunham performs a holiday-themed stand-up special with his friends. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Thanksgiving House” (2013) Cerina Vincent. A woman battles with a local historian who wants to tear down her house to study the site. 5:20 p.m. (ENCORE) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. 7 p.m. (ABC) A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving The gang celebrates America’s oldest holiday. Includes a bonus Charlie Brown cartoon. (CMT) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. (HALL) Movie “Fir Crazy” (2013, Romance) Craig Pryce. A marketing executive discovers a new fondness for the holidays selling Christmas trees. 8:30 p.m. (ABC) Lady Gaga and the Muppets’ Holiday Spectacular A twist on the classic holiday variety show as Lady Gaga goes backstage with The Muppets. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Bride for Christmas” (2012, Romance) Andrew W. Walker. A woman falls in love, unaware she’s been handpicked to help the man win a bet.
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veryone’s favorite beagle is getting a makeover for this year’s “Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.” In what will be his 37th appearance in the annual parade, Snoopy’s balloon has been re-vamped to include his old pal, Woodstock, and they won’t be the only beloved cartoons floating over Manhattan this year. Characters from “Hello Kitty,” “Diary of a Wimpy Kid,” “Toy Story,” “The Smurfs” and many more will be there too. Don’t forget to tune in for the live performances – Kellie Pickler, Ariana Grande and Joan Jett and the Blackhearts are among this year’s performers. (TOON) The Cleveland Show To help pass the time while posing in a nativity scene, Cleveland tells a holiday story. 10:30 p.m. (COM) Jeff Dunham’s Very Special Christmas Special Comedian Jeff Dunham performs a holiday-themed stand-up special with his friends. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” (1998, Family) Jonathan Taylor Thomas. A conniving college student tries desperately to get home in time for Christmas dinner. (HALL) Movie “Come Dance With Me” (2012, Romance) Andrew McCarthy. A financial executive learns to waltz, but falls in love with his dance instructor.
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Friday November 29 11 a.m. (CMT) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. (HALL) Movie “A Bride for Christmas” (2012, Romance) Andrew W. Walker. A woman falls in love, unaware she’s been handpicked to help the man win a bet. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Matchmaker Santa” (2012, Romance) Lacey Chabert. A mysterious Santa strands a baker and her boy-
friend’s best friend in a small town. 3 p.m. (LIFE) Movie “A Christmas Proposal” (2008, Comedy) Nicole Eggert. A lawyer rethinks his proposals to his job and fiancée while rekindling an old romance. 4 p.m. (ION) Movie “Defending Santa” (2013, Family) Jodie Sweetin. A sheriff arrests a sleeping Santa in the woods on suspicion of a crime he did not commit. (TOON) Movie “Jingle All the Way” (1996, Comedy) Arnold Schwarzenegger. A father frantically searches for a last-minute Christmas gift for his son. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Call Me Mrs. Miracle” (2010, Drama) Doris Roberts. Mrs. Miracle, a magical lady turns the lives of a group of New Yorkers upside down. (LIFE) Movie “A Nanny for Christmas” (2010, Comedy) Dean Cain. An advertising executive loses her job at a powerful firm just before the holidays. 6 p.m. (ION) Movie “A Golden Christmas 3” (2012, Romance) Shantel VanSanten. An unlikely couple fall in love during a production of ‘A Christmas Carol.’ 7 p.m. (ABC) Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas A Grinch steals everything Christmas from the Whos so they can’t celebrate the holiday. (CBS) Hoops and Yoyo Ruin Christmas A comical, pink kitty and a green bunny become accidental stowaways on Santa’s sleigh. (CW) Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer On Christmas Eve, a boy sets out to find his grandmother who mysteriously disappeared. (HALL) Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Santa” (2011, Drama) Amy Acker. A young
woman finds a letter from a girl asking for a new wife for her dad. (TBS) Movie “Surviving Christmas” (2004, Comedy) Ben Affleck. A lonely, wealthy executive pays a family to let him spend Christmas with them. 7:30 p.m. (ABC) Shrek the Halls Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, Puss In Boots and all their fairytale buddies celebrate Christmas. (CBS) The Elf on the Shelf: An Elf’s Story Scout elves help Santa Claus determine who to put on the ‘naughty’ and ‘nice’ lists. 8 p.m. (ION) Movie “My Santa” (2013, Family) Samaire Armstrong. A single mother begins to lose her faith in the magic of Christmas. 8:45 p.m. (TCM) Movie “Christmas in July” (1940, Comedy) Dick Powell. An office clerk enters contests in the hopes of someday winning a fortune. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children. (LIFE) Movie “Love at the Christmas Table” (2012, Comedy) Danica McKeller. Two friends who spend Christmas together realize they are meant to be together. (TBS) Movie “This Christmas” (2007, Comedy) Delroy Lindo. A drama centered around the Whitfield family’s first holiday together in four years. 10 p.m. (ION) Movie “Christmas Town” (2008, Family) Nicole De Boer. A single mother visits her father for the holidays and learns he’s not what she remembers. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Richie Rich’s Christmas Wish” (1998, Comedy) David Gallagher. After he is blamed for spoiling Christmas, Richie wishes he had never been born. (HALL) Movie “Hitched for the Holidays” (2012, Romance) Joey Lawrence. A man and woman agree to pose as each other’s significant other to their families. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Santa” (2011, Drama) Amy Acker. A young
woman finds a letter from a girl asking for a new wife for her dad. Midnight (ION) Movie “A Holiday Heist” (2011, Comedy) Lacey Chabert. A group of students are held hostage in the college’s art gallery by a group of thugs. Saturday November 30 10 a.m. (STARZ) Movie “Bad Santa” (2003, Comedy) Billy Bob Thornton. A conman poses as a mall Santa in order to rip off department stores during the holidays. Noon (TBS) Movie “Surviving Christmas” (2004, Comedy) Ben Affleck. A lonely, wealthy executive pays a family to let him spend Christmas with them. 12:30 p.m. (TOON) Movie “Jingle All the Way” (1996, Comedy) Arnold Schwarzenegger. A father frantically searches for a last-minute Christmas gift for his son. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Fir Crazy” (2013, Romance) Craig Pryce. A marketing executive discovers a new fondness for the holidays selling Christmas trees. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Annie Claus is Coming to Town” (2011, Family) Maria Thayer. Santa’s daughter Annie Claus travels to Los Angeles in search of love. (LIFE) Movie “Twelve Men of Christmas” (2009, Comedy) Kristin Chenoweth. A high-powered New York public relations executive finds love in a small town in Montana. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Hitched for the Holidays” (2012, Romance) Joey Lawrence. A man and woman agree to pose as each other’s significant other to their families. 6 p.m. (TOON) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ Cat in the Hat” (2003, Family) Mike Myers. A mischievous cat visits siblings when their mother leaves them home alone. 7 p.m. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Secret Santa” (2013, Drama) Tatyana Ali. A woman receives Christmas cards from an admirer she
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believes to be someone who’s passed. 8 p.m. (CBS) The Story of Santa Claus A toymaker and his wife are evicted from their small shop by their heartless landlord. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Boyfriend for Christmas” (2004, Romance) Kelli Williams. A girl tells Santa she wants a boyfriend for Christmas and he turns up 19 years later. (LIFE) Movie “The Twelve Trees of Christmas” (2013, Family) Lindy Booth. A woman learns the historic library where she works is scheduled to be demolished. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Holiday Engagement” (2011, Comedy) Haylie Duff. A woman hires a man to come home and pretend to be her fiancé over the holidays. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Secret Santa” (2013, Drama) Tatyana Ali. A woman receives Christmas cards from an admirer she believes to be someone who’s passed. 12:30 a.m. (BET) Movie “The Perfect Holiday” (2007, Comedy) Morris Chestnut. A department store Santa helps a young girl find her mother a new husband. Sunday December 1 10 a.m. (LIFE) Movie “Holly’s Holiday” (2012, Comedy) Claire Coffee. A woman is knocked unconcious and when she awakens realizes a mannequin comes to life. Noon (LIFE) Movie “Christmas in Paradise” (2007, Family) Colin Ferguson. Two families take a vacation to an exotic Caribbean island over Christmas. 2 p.m. (FAM) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (2009, Animated) Jim Carrey. Spirits visit Ebenezer Scrooge and show him the errors of his ways by revisiting his life. (ION) Movie “A Golden Christmas 2” (2011, Family) A woman must decide if she wants to rekin-
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What’s on TV dle the love she once had for her ex. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Boyfriend for Christmas” (2004, Romance) Kelli Williams. A girl tells Santa she wants a boyfriend for Christmas and he turns up 19 years later. (NICK) Movie “A Fairly Odd Christmas” (2012, Children) Drake Bell. Timmy Turner travels around the world granting kids’ wishes, and stealing Santa’s thunder. 4 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve. (ION) Movie “A Golden Christmas 3” (2012, Romance) Shantel VanSanten. An unlikely couple fall in love during a production of ‘A Christmas Carol.’ 4:30 p.m. (NICK) Movie “Merry Christmas, Drake & Josh” (2008, Comedy) Drake Bell. Drake & Josh inadvertently find themselves helping a family have an unforgettable holiday. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Ornament” (2013, Drama) Kellie Martin. A Christmas tree lot owner helps a widow face her first Christmas without her husband. (TOON) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ Cat in the Hat” (2003, Family) Mike Myers. A mischievous cat visits siblings when their mother leaves them home alone. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. (ION) Movie “A Christmas Kiss” (2011, Romance) Brendan Fehr. A designer and her assistant vie for a man while decorating his home for the holidays. 7 p.m. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Secret Santa” (2013, Drama) Tatyana Ali. A woman receives Christmas cards from an admirer she believes to be someone who’s passed.
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town of a 50 year old Christmas tradition. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Secret Santa” (2013, Drama) Tatyana Ali. A woman receives Christmas cards from an admirer she believes to be someone who’s passed. Midnight (ION) Movie “A Nanny for Christmas” (2010, Comedy) Dean Cain. An advertising executive loses her job at a powerful firm just before the holidays. Monday December 2
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ndy Garcia stars as Duncan, a loving husband trying to recapture the magic of his marriage proposal to his ailing wife, Suzy (Mary-Louise Parker), in the premiere holiday movie “Christmas in Conway.” The project – building a Ferris wheel in his own backyard – is daunting, but Duncan’s love for his wife knows no bounds, and he is determined to bring the past back to life. Meanwhile, a new romance blossoms when Suzy’s live-in nurse, Natalie (Mandy Moore), meets the neighbor’s landscaper, Tommy (Riley Smith). (NICK) Movie “A Fairly Odd Christmas” (2012, Children) Drake Bell. Timmy Turner travels around the world granting kids’ wishes, and stealing Santa’s thunder. (TBS) Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents. 8 p.m. (ABC) Movie “Christmas in Conway” (2013, Drama) Mandy Moore. A man decides the perfect Christmas present for his wife is a ride on a Ferris wheel. 8:30 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises him-
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self as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas. (TBS) Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents. 10 p.m. (ION) Movie “My Santa” (2013, Family) Samaire Armstrong. A single mother begins to lose her faith in the magic of Christmas. 11 p.m. (TBN) Christmas with a Capital “C” A man tries to rid his
1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Ornament” (2013, Drama) Kellie Martin. A Christmas tree lot owner helps a widow face her first Christmas without her husband. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Suit” (2010, Comedy) Kevin Sorbo. The president of a marketing firm is turned into a Santa lookalike. 5 p.m. (FAM) Winnie the Pooh and Christmas Too! Pooh and Piglet play Santa when their Christmas letter doesn’t make it to the North Pole. (HALL) Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas. (LIFE) Movie “On Strike for Christmas” (2010, Family) Daphne Zuniga. A mother goes on strike when all her family takes her for granted at Christmas time. 5:30 p.m. (FAM) Mickey’s Christmas Carol The three ghosts of Christmas visit Scrooge McDuck to teach him the spirit of the holiday. 7 p.m. (ABC) A Charlie Brown Christmas Charlie Brown and his Peanut pal, Linus, search for the true meaning of Christmas. (CMT) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun.
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(CW) Movie “It’s a Very Merry Muppet Christmas” (2002, Children) Whoopi Goldberg. Kermit tries to save the Muppet theater from the bank owners who plan to demolish it. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. (GAC) Christmas Crazy We dash from coast-to-coast to find the most decked-out holiday homes and stores. (HALL) Movie “Farewell Mr. Kringle” (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor. A journalist writes about a Santa Claus impersonator who lives in a Christmas-themed town. (LIFE) Movie “The Twelve Trees of Christmas” (2013, Family) Lindy Booth. A woman learns the historic library where she works is scheduled to be demolished. 8 p.m. (ABC) CMA Country Christmas Country’s biggest superstars join together to celebrate the holidays. 9 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Card” (2006, Drama) Edward Asner. Moved by an anonymous Christmas card, Captain Cody Cullen searches for the card’s sender. 10 p.m. (GAC) Year ‘Round Christmas Profiling people who are overflowing with the spirit of Christmas all year long. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. (GAC) Christmas Crazy We dash from coast-to-coast to find the most decked-out holiday homes and stores. (HALL) Movie “Gift of the Magi” (2010, Drama) Marla So-
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Tuesday December 3 11 a.m. (CMT) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Love’s Christmas Journey” (2011, Romance) Ellie Davis. A woman’s brother goes missing while she’s visiting him during the Christmas holiday. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Love’s Christmas Journey” (2011, Romance) Ellie Davis. A woman’s brother goes missing while she’s visiting him during the Christmas holiday. 5 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. (HALL) Movie “Once Upon a Christmas” (2000, Family) Kathy Ireland. Santa’s daughters must infuse a family with holiday spirit or lose Christmas forever. (LIFE) Movie “An Accidental Christmas” (2007, Drama) Cynthia Gibb. Two children formulate a plan to bring their separated parents together over the holidays. 7 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Scrooged” (1988, Fantasy) Bill Murray. A callous executive learns the true meaning of Christmas when he is visited by ghosts. (HALL) Movie “Help for the Holidays” (2012, Family) Summer Glau. An elf sets out to teach her new employers what it means to be a family at Christmas time.
(LIFE) Movie “Christmas Angel” (2009, Comedy) K.C. Clyde. A woman in need of work takes a job helping people in distress. 8 p.m. (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special. 9 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. (HALL) Movie “Hitched for the Holidays” (2012, Romance) Joey Lawrence. A man and woman agree to pose as each other’s significant other to their families. (HIST) A Very Shelby Christmas 10 p.m. (HIST) The Real Story of Christmas Grab some eggnog and learn the true origins of our Christmas traditions. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Visitor” (2002, Drama) Meredith Baxter. A visitor enters the lives of grieving parents to help them remember the joy of Christmas. (LIFE) Movie “Christmas Angel” (2009, Comedy) K.C. Clyde. A woman in need of work takes a job helping people in distress. Midnight (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special. Wednesday December 4 10 a.m. (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Visitor” (2002, Drama) Meredith Baxter. A visitor enters the lives of grieving parents to help them remember the joy of Christmas. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Hitched for the Holidays” (2012, Romance) Joey Lawrence. A man and woman agree to pose as each
other’s significant other to their families. 5 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Scrooged” (1988, Fantasy) Bill Murray. A callous executive learns the true meaning of Christmas when he is visited by ghosts. (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special. (HALL) Movie “Twice Upon a Christmas” (2001, Family) John Dye. Santa’s daughter, Kristin Claus, has lost her memory and does not know who her father is. 7 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. (HALL) Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Gail O’Grady. A nine-year-old boy enters a contest to find a new husband for his mother. (LIFE) Movie “Kristin’s Christmas Past” (2013, Family) Shiri Appleby. A woman wakes up seventueen years into her past Christmas day. (NBC) Christmas in Rockefeller Center Celebrate the lighting of the world’s most famous Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center. 8 p.m. (NBC) Saturday Night Live Christmas A compilation of fan-favorite holiday sketches. 9 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006, Comedy) Danny de Vito. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit. (HALL) Movie “Fir Crazy” (2013, Romance) Craig Pryce. A marketing executive discovers a new fondness for the holidays selling Christmas trees. (LIFE) Movie “All About Christmas Eve” (2012, Romance) Haylie Duff. A party planner needs to choose between a vacation and a huge event. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Dog Who Saved Christmas” (2009, Comedy) Mario Lopez. A guard dog reaches his full potential
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6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve. Friday December 6
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omedy legend Bill Murray shines in “Scrooged,” an off-beat re-telling of the classic story “A Christmas Carol.” Murray plays Frank Cross, a mean, embittered TV network executive who makes the lives of his underlings miserable. Dickensian ghosts take Cross through his past to re-experience all his terrible decisions, to his present to see how his stinginess affects others, and to his future to see how sad his life becomes. Cross begins to see the error of his ways, and must right the wrongs he’s done to stop the ghosts’ predictions from coming to pass. when his house is broken into during the holidays. (LIFE) Movie “Kristin’s Christmas Past” (2013, Family) Shiri Appleby. A woman wakes up seventueen years into her past Christmas day. Midnight (TBN) God Came Near Based on Max Lucado’s beloved book, God Came Near. Thursday December 5 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Karroll’s Christmas” (2004, Comedy) Tom Everett Scott. The Christmas ghosts end up at the wrong house and Allen Karroll is taken on a ride.
3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Dog Who Saved Christmas” (2009, Comedy) Mario Lopez. A guard dog reaches his full potential when his house is broken into during the holidays. 3:30 p.m. (TBN) God Came Near Based on Max Lucado’s beloved book, God Came Near. 5 p.m. (FAM) Rudolph’s Shiny New Year Rudolph must find Happy, the missing baby new year, before midnight on New Year’s Eve. (HALL) Movie “Moonlight and Mistletoe” (2008, Drama) Tom Arnold. A woman must return to her hometown of Santaville to help her father.
3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Christmas Magic” (2011, Drama) Lindy Booth. An angel-to-be must earn her wings by watching over a despondent man and his daughter. 5 p.m. (FAM) Frosty’s Winter Wonderland The children build Frosty a companion out of snow after noticing how sad he has become. (LIFE) Movie “Merry In-Laws” (2012, Romance) George Wendt. A newly engaged woman learns that her soon-to-be in-laws are Mr. And Mrs. Claus. 6 p.m. (GAC) The Making of ‘Cheers, its Christmas’ With Blake Shelton and Friends Blake Shelton gives viewers a behind the scenes look at the recording of his new album. 7 p.m. (CBS) Frosty the Snowman Pursued by a greedy magician and rising temperatures, Frosty sets off for the North Pole. (HALL) Movie “The Three Gifts” (2009, Drama) Dean Cain. A couple houses three orphan boys over the holidays as their orphanage gets renovated. (HGTV) Celebrity Holiday Homes Christina Milian’s home becomes a winter wonderland; Joely Fisher gets a holiday makeover. (LIFE) Movie “Finding Mrs. Claus” (2012, Drama) Mira Sorvino. Mrs. Clause heads to Las Vegas to help a little girl with her Christmas wish. (TBS) Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents.
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koloff. A couple decides not to exchange Christmas presents to save money over the holidays. (LIFE) Movie “The Twelve Trees of Christmas” (2013, Family) Lindy Booth. A woman learns the historic library where she works is scheduled to be demolished.
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7:30 p.m. (CBS) Yes, Virginia The heart-warming tale of a little girl who wants to know if Santa Claus really exists. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Single Santa Seeks Mrs. Claus” (2004, Family) Steve Guttenberg. Santa worries about turning over the reigns to his son, Nick, who hasn’t yet found a wife. (LIFE) Movie “The Real St. Nick” (2012, Family) Torrey DeVitto. A woman saves a man in a Santa Clause suit during an earthquake. (TBS) Movie “Fred Claus” (2007, Comedy) Paul Giamatti. Santa bails his criminal brother out of jail and brings him to the North Pole. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Prancer” (1989, Family) Sam Elliott. A girl finds an injured reindeer and decides to nurse it until she can return it to Santa. (LIFE) Movie “Finding Mrs. Claus” (2012, Drama) Mira Sorvino. Mrs. Clause heads to Las Vegas to help a little girl with her Christmas wish. Saturday December 7
11:30 a.m. (FAM) Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (1991, Comedy/Drama) Jamey Sheridan. A divorced couple’s two children scheme to get them back together for Christmas. 1:30 p.m. (FAM) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (2009, Animated) Jim Carrey. Spirits visit Ebenezer Scrooge and show him the errors of his ways by revisiting his life. 2 p.m. (GAC) All Out American Christmas Homeowners go above and beyond traditional decor to create over-the-top holiday displays.
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here’s always been a rift between brothers Fred (Vince Vaughn) and Nick Claus (Paul Giamatti). While Nick – who has grown up to be Santa Claus – can do no wrong, Fred is always being berated or belittled for some decision or another. But while Fred visits the North Pole, trouble strikes in the form of an efficiency expert out to ruin Christmas (Kevin Spacey) and Santa suffers an unfortunate injury. Fred must step up and save the day in “Fred Claus,” a fun family comedy that will get you in the holiday spirit. 3 p.m. (GAC) Holiday Inc. Iconic sites around New York City are transformed for the holidays. (LIFE) Movie “Finding Mrs. Claus” (2012, Drama) Mira Sorvino. Mrs. Clause heads to Las Vegas to help a little girl with her Christmas wish. 3:30 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. 4 p.m. (TBN) Just Where I Belong A lonely child discovers and injured bunny on Christmas Eve. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” (2008, Drama) Brooke Burns. A
single mom who has lost all faith in Christmas finds answers when her uncle visits. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Secret Santa” (2013, Drama) Tatyana Ali. A woman receives Christmas cards from an admirer she believes to be someone who’s passed. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. (FOOD) Cupcake Wars Four bakers battle for a place among the stars at the Hollywood Christmas Parade. (TLC) More Crazy Christmas Lights A search for the best
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Sunday December 8 10 a.m. (HALL) Hoops and Yoyo Ruin Christmas A comical, pink kitty and a green bunny become accidental stowaways on Santa’s sleigh. (ION) Movie “A Golden Christmas 3” (2012, Romance) Shantel VanSanten. An unlikely couple fall in love during a production of ‘A Christmas Carol.’ 10:30 a.m. (HALL) Jingle All the Way A Husky puppy looking for a home at a Christmas tree farm bonds with a young boy. 11 a.m. (FAM) Movie “Santa Baby” (2006, Comedy) Jenny McCarthy. Santa’s daughter, Mary Class, tries to makeover Christmas when her father gets sick. (HALL) Movie “Fir Crazy” (2013, Romance) Craig Pryce. A marketing executive discovers a new fondness for the holidays selling Christmas trees. (TCM) Movie “It Happened on Fifth Avenue” (1947, Comedy) Don DeFore. While a family is away for Christmas, a hobo and his friends live in their mansion. 1 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Santa Baby 2: Christmas Maybe” (2009, Family) Jenny McCarthy. Santa’s daughter is torn between taking over the family business and running her own firm. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Switch” (2013, Family) Ethan Erickson. A man is given the gift of being Santa this year and he finds himself with new powers. (TCM) Movie “Scrooge” (1970, Musical) Albert Finney. Three spirits visit Scrooge, a miserable man soured on the meaning of Christmas. 2 p.m. (ION) Movie “My Santa” (2013, Family) Samaire Armstrong. A single mother begins to lose her faith in the magic of Christmas. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Secret Santa” (2013, Drama) Tatyana Ali. A woman receives Christmas cards from an admirer she be-
lieves to be someone who’s passed. (TBS) Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas A Grinch steals everything Christmas from the Whos so they can’t celebrate the holiday. 2:30 p.m. (TBS) Movie “Fred Claus” (2007, Comedy) Paul Giamatti. Santa bails his criminal brother out of jail and brings him to the North Pole. 3 p.m. (FAM) Movie “12 Dates of Christmas” (2011, Comedy) Amy Smart. A young woman relives the same first date on Christmas Eve over and over again. (HALL) Movie “Christmas With Holly” (2012, Drama) Sean Faris. A young girl asks for a mother for Christmas following the death of her mother. 4 p.m. (LIFE) Movie “Kristin’s Christmas Past” (2013, Family) Shiri Appleby. A woman wakes up seventueen years into her past Christmas day. 5 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Mistle-Tones” (2012, Musical) Tia Mowry-Hardict. A young singer creates her own musical Christmas group after losing a spot in another. (HALL) Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a sick girl. (TBS) Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents. 6 p.m. (ION) Movie “A Christmas Wedding Date” (2012, Romance) Marla Sokoloff. A woman faces difficulties when she returns home for a friend’s Christmas wedding. (LIFE) Movie “Christmas in the City” (2013, Family) John Prescott. A woman tries to bring out the true meaning of Christmas before it’s too late. (TRAVEL) Jingle Brawls We crisscrossed America to find the most amazing Christmas celebrations imaginable.
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Monday December 9 10 a.m. (HGTV) Celebrity Holiday Homes Lisa Lampanelli, Tamara Tunie and Haylie Duff get their homes decorated for Christmas. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Eve’s Christmas” (2004, Drama) Cheryl Ladd. An executive about to become a partner in her firm re-evaluates her life on Christmas Eve. 4 p.m. (FOOD) The Pioneer Woman Ree has invited a crowd of friends over for a festive holiday get-together. 5 p.m. (GAC) Year ‘Round Christmas Profiling people who are overflowing with the spirit of Christmas all year long. (HALL) Movie “Fir Crazy” (2013, Romance) Craig Pryce. A marketing executive discovers a new fondness for the holidays selling Christmas trees. 5:30 p.m. (EWTN) Solemn Mass of the Immaculate Conception From EWTN 7 p.m. (ABC) Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Fred Astaire narrates the timeless tale of how Kris Kringle grew up to become Santa Claus. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. (HALL) Movie “Naughty or Nice” (2012, Drama) Hilarie Burton. A young woman receives a book that reveals the good and bad about everyone in her life. 8 p.m. (ABC) The Great Christmas Light Fight Twenty families from across America decorate their homes to the extreme for Christmas.
(CW) Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special Po is caught between family traditions and warrior duties when he hosts the Winter Feast. (FOX) Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas Sid travels to the North Pole after Manny convinces him he is on Santa’s naughty list. 8:30 p.m. (CW) Merry Madagascar Santa and his reindeer crash into Madagascar and the animals needs to save Christmas. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever. 9:30 p.m. (FAM) Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Grinches The Cat in the Hat The Cat in the Hat must save the world from the evil Grinch. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Snow” (2004, Family) Tom Cavanagh. A young man with a toy delivery business sets out to rescue a reindeer before Christmas. (HALL) Movie “A Town Without Christmas” (2001, Drama) Patricia Heaton. A reporter and a novelist try to locate a child who wrote a disturbing letter to Santa. Tuesday December 10 Noon (FOOD) Sandra’s Money Saving Meals Sandra makes a holiday feast that will leave money left over for holiday shopping. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Baby’s First Christmas” (2012, Romance) Casper Van Dien. Feuding colleagues must learn to get along in time for their nephew’s birth on Christmas. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Naughty or Nice” (2012, Drama) Hilarie Burton. A young woman receives a book that reveals the good and bad about everyone in her life. 5 p.m. (FAM) A Chipmunk Christmas Alvin gives his harmonica to a sick boy and must find another for his Christmas concert.
5:30 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Switch” (2013, Family) Ethan Erickson. A man is given the gift of being Santa this year and he finds himself with new powers. 8 p.m. (FAM) The Year Without a Santa Claus Santa decides to take time off because he feels people have lost the spirit of Christmas. 9 p.m. (FAM) Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Fred Astaire narrates the timeless tale of how Kris Kringle grew up to become Santa Claus. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Snowglobe” (2007, Family) Lorraine Bracco. A mystical snow globe transports Angela into an idyllic Christmas winter wonderland. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Incident” (2010, Family) James Cosmo. Santa is marooned in a small town when his sleigh is mistaken for a UFO. Wednesday December 11 1 p.m. (HALL) The Hollywood Christmas Parade Movie and TV stars, bands, floats and Santa Claus make their way down Hollywood Blvd. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children. 5 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Holiday in Handcuffs” (2007, Comedy) Melissa Joan Hart. A woman kidnaps a handsome guy to take home to her parents during the Christmas holidays.
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an (Ethan Erickson) faces unemployment and singledom as his business goes bankrupt and his wife leaves him just in time for the holiday season. Frustrated and depressed, Dan wants nothing more than to win his family back, but doesn’t know how. A chance meeting with a jolly man named Kris and his executive assistant, Eddie (Sean Astin) sparks a series of events that culminates with Dan filling in for an absent Santa at the North Pole. “The Santa Switch” is a feel-good tale of redemption and self-discovery as Dan begins to realize that Christmas isn’t just about gifts. (GAC) Over the Top Holiday Outrageous, quirky, and over-thetop holiday displays. (HALL) Movie “Matchmaker Santa” (2012, Romance) Lacey Chabert. A mysterious Santa strands a baker and her boyfriend’s best friend in a small town. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. 9 p.m. (NBC) Kelly Clarkson’s (Cautionary) Christmas Tale Kelly Clarkson learns the true meaning of Christmas while performing songs from her album.
11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Holiday in Handcuffs” (2007, Comedy) Melissa Joan Hart. A woman kidnaps a handsome guy to take home to her parents during the Christmas holidays. Midnight (TBN) God Came Near Based on Max Lucado’s beloved book, God Came Near. Thursday December 12 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Song” (2012, Family) Natasha Henstridge. The fate of two music teachers is to be decided in a city-wide Christmas carol contest.
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7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a sick girl. (TBS) Movie “Nothing Like the Holidays” (2008, Comedy/Drama) Alfred Molina. A Puerto Rican family spends a Christmas together, facing the fact it may be their last. 9 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Holiday in Handcuffs” (2007, Comedy) Melissa Joan Hart. A woman kidnaps a handsome guy to take home to her parents during the Christmas holidays. (HALL) Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a sick girl. (TBS) Movie “Nothing Like the Holidays” (2008, Comedy/Drama) Alfred Molina. A Puerto Rican family spends a Christmas together, facing the fact it may be their last. 10 p.m. (ION) Movie “A Christmas Kiss” (2011, Romance) Brendan Fehr. A designer and her assistant vie for a man while decorating his home for the holidays. (LIFE) Movie “Christmas in the City” (2013, Family) John Prescott. A woman tries to bring out the true meaning of Christmas before it’s too late. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Silver Bells” (2005, Drama) Anne Heche. A widower and a young woman help each other to put their painful pasts behind them. 11:30 p.m. (TBN) Movie “The Perfect Gift” (2009, Drama) Jefferson Moore. A teenaged girl has a chance encounter with a man who changes the course of her life. Midnight (ION) Movie “Defending Santa” (2013, Family) Jodie Sweetin. A sheriff arrests a sleeping Santa in the woods on suspicion of a crime he did not commit.
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Friday December 13 11 a.m. (TRAVEL) Jingle Brawls We crisscrossed America to find the most amazing Christmas celebrations imaginable. 1 p.m. (FOOD) Cupcake Wars Four bakers compete to have their cupcakes at the opening night of The Nutcracker.
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Cody Cullen searches for the card’s sender. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Santa” (2011, Drama) Amy Acker. A young woman finds a letter from a girl asking for a new wife for her dad. 11 p.m. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Secret Santa” (2013, Drama) Tatyana Ali. A woman receives Christmas cards from an admirer she believes to be someone who’s passed. Saturday December 14
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n the animated Christmas classic “Frosty the Snowman,” a discarded magic top hat brings a snowman to life. As Frosty and the kids who made him frolic and play, the sinister magician, Professor Hinkle, pursues them in hopes of reclaiming his magic hat. Soon the temperature begins to rise, and the children decide to head for the North Pole in the interest of keeping Frosty from melting. Their journey is perilous, but with the help of Santa Claus, they may just be able to pull it off. (HALL) Movie “Cancel Christmas” (2010, Family) Judd Nelson. Santa must teach two incorrigible children the importance of charity. 2 p.m. (FOOD) Cupcake Wars Four bakers battle for a place among the stars at the Hollywood Christmas Parade. 3 p.m. (FAM) Winnie the Pooh and Christmas Too! Pooh and Piglet play Santa when their Christmas letter doesn’t make it to the North Pole. (HALL) Movie “A Very Merry Mix-Up” (2013, Romance) Alicia Witt. A woman forms a bond with a family that she is accidentally landed with over the holidays. 5 p.m. (GAC) All Out American Christmas Homeowners go above and beyond traditional decor to
create over-the-top holiday displays. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Holiday Engagement” (2011, Comedy) Haylie Duff. A woman hires a man to come home and pretend to be her fiancé over the holidays. (HGTV) Celebrity Holiday Homes Kendra, Kathy Najimy and Tiffani Thiessen get their homes decorated for Christmas. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Secret Santa” (2013, Drama) Tatyana Ali. A woman receives Christmas cards from an admirer she believes to be someone who’s passed. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Card” (2006, Drama) Edward Asner. Moved by an anonymous Christmas card, Captain
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10:30 a.m. (FAM) Movie “Mickey’s Twice Upon a Christmas” (2004, Family) Voices of Wayne Allwine. Mickey, Minnie and Santa Claus attempt to teach Donald the true meaning of Christmas. 11 a.m. (FOOD) Rachael Ray’s Easy Holiday Feast Rachael shares a festive meal for a crowd with everything but the stress. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Switch” (2013, Family) Ethan Erickson. A man is given the gift of being Santa this year and he finds himself with new powers. (LIFE) Movie “On Strike for Christmas” (2010, Family) Daphne Zuniga. A mother goes on strike when all her family takes her for granted at Christmas time. Noon (FAM) Mickey’s Christmas Carol The three ghosts of Christmas visit Scrooge McDuck to teach him the spirit of the holiday. 2 p.m. (TRAVEL) Christmas Crazy We dash from coast-to-coast to find the most decked-out holiday homes and stores. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a sick girl. 4 p.m. (TBN) Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Card” (2006, Drama) Edward Asner. Moved by an anon-
ymous Christmas card, Captain Cody Cullen searches for the card’s sender. (LIFE) Movie “Christmas in the City” (2013, Family) John Prescott. A woman tries to bring out the true meaning of Christmas before it’s too late. 6 p.m. (FOOD) Cupcake Wars Four bakers battle for a place among the stars at the Hollywood Christmas Parade. (TLC) Extreme Christmas Trees Captures the anticipation, excitement and joy embodied by the ultimate Christmas icon. 7 p.m. (ABC) The Great Christmas Light Fight Twenty families from across America decorate their homes to the extreme for Christmas. (CBS) Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer A young reindeer and an elf search for a home where they will be accepted as they are. (FOOD) Cupcake Wars Four bakers compete to have their cupcakes at the opening night of The Nutcracker. (NBC) Movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” (1946, Drama) James Stewart. An angel shows a suicidal banker how important he has been in the lives of others. 8 p.m. (ABC) CMA Country Christmas Country’s biggest superstars join together to celebrate the holidays. (CBS) Frosty the Snowman Pursued by a greedy magician and rising temperatures, Frosty sets off for the North Pole. (TLC) Invasion of the Christmas Lights Visit Christmas lighting enthusiasts and see their glorious and elaborate displays. 8:30 p.m. (CBS) Frosty Returns A little girl tries to keep Frosty from melting when a snow-removing spray is invented. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Silver Bells” (2005, Drama) Anne Heche. A widower and a young woman help each other to put their painful pasts behind them. (LIFE) Movie “A Snow Globe Christmas” (2013, Romance)
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3:30 p.m. (TBN) God Came Near Based on Max Lucado’s beloved book, God Came Near. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Boyfriend for Christmas” (2004, Romance) Kelli Williams. A girl tells Santa she wants a boyfriend for Christmas and he turns up 19 years later. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Silver Bells” (2005, Drama) Anne Heche. A widower and a young woman help each other to put their painful pasts behind them. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Scrooged” (1988, Fantasy) Bill Murray. A callous executive learns the true meaning of Christmas when he is visited by ghosts. 8:30 p.m. (NBC) The Michael J. Fox Show Mike and Annie’s awesome gift exchange hits a snag when Mike learns he has to work. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Ornament” (2013, Drama) Kellie Martin. A Christmas tree lot owner helps a widow face her first Christmas without her husband. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “12 Dates of Christmas” (2011, Comedy) Amy Smart. A young woman relives the same first date on Christmas Eve over and over again. (HALL) Movie “A Very Merry Mix-Up” (2013, Romance) Alicia Witt. A woman forms a bond with a family that she is accidentally landed with over the holidays.
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3 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006, Comedy) Danny de Vito. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit. (HALL) Movie “Silver Bells” (2005, Drama) Anne Heche. A widower and a young woman help each other to put their painful pasts behind them. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas. (TBS) Movie “This Christmas” (2007, Comedy) Delroy Lindo. A drama centered around the Whitfield family’s first holiday together in four years. 6 p.m. (TRAVEL) Xtreme Christmas Viewers see America’s most unusual, wild, wacky and bizarre Christmas celebrations. 7 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. (HALL) Movie “Finding Christmas” (2013, Family) Tricia Helfer. A disgruntled ad executive and a disheartened repairman swap houses over Christmas. (HGTV) White House Christmas 2013 An exclusive, behind-thescenes look at how the White House is decorated for the holidays. 8 p.m. (ION) Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2013, Family) Melissa Sagemiller. A woman is given a gift to listen to every unspoken thought of people around her. 9 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Scrooged” (1988, Fantasy) Bill Murray. A callous executive learns the true meaning of Christmas when he is visited by ghosts. (HALL) Movie “Single Santa Seeks Mrs. Claus” (2004, Family) Steve Guttenberg. Santa worries about turning over the reigns to his son, Nick, who hasn’t yet found a wife.
(TBN) Jesus of Nazareth An epic chronicle of Christ. Midnight (TBS) Movie “This Christmas” (2007, Comedy) Delroy Lindo. A drama centered around the Whitfield family’s first holiday together in four years. Monday December 16 11 a.m. (FOOD) The Pioneer Woman Ree has invited a crowd of friends over for a festive holiday get-together. 11:30 a.m. (TBN) Christmas Star An investigation into the cosmic event that drew the Wise Men to the birthplace of Christ. 12:30 p.m. (FOOD) Ten Dollar Dinners Melissa helps herself to delicious savings with this walletfriendly holiday menu. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Mistletoe Over Manhattan” (2011, Family) Tricia Helfer. When Santa considers retirement, Mrs. Claus tries to prove that his work still brings joy. 2 p.m. (FOOD) Rachael Ray’s Easy Holiday Feast Rachael shares a festive meal for a crowd with everything but the stress. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Twice Upon a Christmas” (2001, Family) John Dye. Santa’s daughter, Kristin Claus, has lost her memory and does not know who her father is. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Help for the Holidays” (2012, Family) Summer Glau. An elf sets out to teach her new employers what it means to be a family at Christmas time. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. (TBN) Aaron Neville Seasonal music. 7 p.m. (ABC) Prep and Landing When an elf gets upset, his partner must remind him of the real meaning of Christmas. (CW) Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer On Christmas Eve, a
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What’s on TV boy sets out to find his grandmother who mysteriously disappeared. 7:30 p.m. (ABC) Prep and Landing 2: Naughty vs. Nice Wayne and his estranged brother, Lanny, race to recover classified North Pole technology. 8 p.m. (ABC) The Great Christmas Light Fight (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 2” (2002, Family) Tim Allen. After being Santa Claus for a few years, Scott Calvin must find a wife and help his son. (FOOD) Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Guy Fieri heads up to North Pole, Alaska, for all kinds of Christmas favorites. 8:30 p.m. (GAC) The Making of ‘Cheers, its Christmas’ With Blake Shelton and Friends Blake Shelton gives viewers a behind the scenes look at the recording of his new album. 9 p.m. (ABC) The Great Christmas Light Fight (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special. (HALL) Movie “Farewell Mr. Kringle” (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor. A journalist writes about a Santa Claus impersonator who lives in a Christmas-themed town. (TBN) Christmas with a Capital “C” A man tries to rid his town of a 50 year old Christmas tradition. 10 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. 10:30 p.m. (TBN) A Christian Ebner Christmas Featuring engaging carols and arrangements to get you in the holiday spirit. 11 p.m. (FOOD) Diners, DriveIns and Dives Guy Fieri heads up to North Pole, Alaska, for all kinds of Christmas favorites. (HALL) Movie “Karroll’s Christmas” (2004, Comedy) Tom Everett Scott. The Christmas ghosts end
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njoy the magical holiday adventure of “The Polar Express,” based on the classic book by Chris Van Allsburg. When a young boy starts to doubt that Santa exists, he stays up late on Christmas Eve to wait for him. Suddenly, a magical train arrives to take him to the North Pole, marking the start of an incredible journey that will change the boy forever. This motion capture, computeranimated film stars Tom Hanks in many roles, and was helmed by acclaimed director Robert Zemeckis. up at the wrong house and Allen Karroll is taken on a ride. Midnight (FAM) Disney’s Prep and Landing Elves known as Prep & Landing prepare homes around the world for Santa’s arrival. 12:30 a.m. (FAM) Prep and Landing 2: Naughty vs. Nice Wayne and his estranged brother, Lanny, race to recover classified North Pole technology. (GAC) The Making of ‘Cheers, its Christmas’ With Blake Shelton and Friends Blake Shelton gives viewers a behind the scenes look at the recording of his new album.
Tuesday December 17 11:30 a.m. (TBN) Message in a Baby The Annie Moses band performs Christmas Music. Noon (FAM) Movie “Prancer” (1989, Family) Sam Elliott. A girl finds an injured reindeer and decides to nurse it until she can return it to Santa. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Suit” (2010, Comedy) Kevin Sorbo. The president of a marketing firm is turned into a Santa lookalike. 2 p.m. (FAM) Movie “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” (1998, Family) Jonathan Taylor Thomas. A conniving college student tries desperately to get home in time for Christmas dinner.
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3:30 p.m. (TBN) Christmas with a Capital “C” A man tries to rid his town of a 50 year old Christmas tradition. 4 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. 4:30 p.m. (FOOD) Trisha’s Southern Kitchen Trisha’s friend and her daughters prepare cookies for the annual holiday cookie swap. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 2” (2002, Family) Tim Allen. After being Santa Claus for a few years, Scott Calvin must find a wife and help his son. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Bride for Christmas” (2012, Romance) Andrew W. Walker. A woman falls in love, unaware she’s been handpicked to help the man win a bet. (TCM) Movie “Holiday Affair” (1949, Drama) Robert Mitchum. A man offers to buy a model train set for a boy whose mother cannot afford it. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve. 8:45 p.m. (TCM) Movie “Remember the Night” (1940, Romance) Barbara Stanwyck. A shoplifter’s life is changed when she is placed in a compassionate lawyer’s care. 9 p.m. (TBN) King of Kings The Jews suffer under King Herod but the arrival of Jesus offers them hope. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” (1998, Family) Jonathan Taylor Thomas. A conniving college student tries desperately to get home in time for Christmas dinner. (HALL) Movie “Christmas With Holly” (2012, Drama) Sean Faris. A young girl asks for a mother for Christmas following the death of her mother. Midnight (TBN) Dottie Rambo Christmas Seasonal music.
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10 a.m. (FAM) Movie “The Mistle-Tones” (2012, Musical) Tia Mowry-Hardict. A young singer creates her own musical Christmas group after losing a spot in another. 10:30 a.m. (TBN) Movie “Our First Christmas” (2008, Drama) John Ratzenberger. Two widows try to please their children so the two families can spend Christmas together. Noon (FAM) Movie “Santa Baby” (2006, Comedy) Jenny McCarthy. Santa’s daughter, Mary Class, tries to makeover Christmas when her father gets sick. (FOOD) Rachael Ray’s Easy Holiday Feast Rachael shares a festive meal for a crowd with everything but the stress. (TBN) Crabb Family Christmas Seasonal music from the Crabb Family. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Bride for Christmas” (2012, Romance) Andrew W. Walker. A woman falls in love, unaware she’s been handpicked to help the man win a bet. 2 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Santa Baby 2: Christmas Maybe” (2009, Family) Jenny McCarthy. Santa’s daughter is torn between taking over the family business and running her own firm. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Once Upon a Christmas” (2000, Family) Kathy Ireland. Santa’s daughters must infuse a family with holiday spirit or lose Christmas forever. 4 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Christmas With Holly” (2012, Drama) Sean Faris. A young girl asks for a mother for Christmas following the death of her mother. 6 p.m. (FAM) Winnie the Pooh and Christmas Too! Pooh and Piglet play Santa when their
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What’s on TV Christmas letter doesn’t make it to the North Pole. (GAC) Over the Top Holiday Outrageous, quirky, and over-thetop holiday displays. 6:30 p.m. (FAM) Mickey’s Christmas Carol The three ghosts of Christmas visit Scrooge McDuck to teach him the spirit of the holiday. 7 p.m. (CW) iHeartRadio Jingle Ball A star studded concert for the holidays, featuring Miley Cyrus, Robin Thicke and more. (GAC) All Out American Christmas Homeowners go above and beyond traditional decor to create over-the-top holiday displays. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Switch” (2013, Family) Ethan Erickson. A man is given the gift of being Santa this year and he finds himself with new powers. (NBC) Michael Bublé’s 3rd Annual Christmas Special Grammy Award winner Michael Bublé will deliver some of his most popular songs. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Santa Baby” (2006, Comedy) Jenny McCarthy. Santa’s daughter, Mary Class, tries to makeover Christmas when her father gets sick. (GAC) All Out American Christmas Homeowners go above and beyond traditional decor to create over-the-top holiday displays. (HALL) Movie “A Season for Miracles” (1999, Drama) Patty Duke. A woman leaves with her sister’s children in an attempt to keep them from foster care. Midnight (TBN) God Came Near Based on Max Lucado’s beloved book, God Came Near. Thursday December 19 11 a.m. (FAM) Movie “12 Dates of Christmas” (2011, Comedy) Amy Smart. A young woman relives the same first date on Christmas Eve over and over again. Noon (FOOD) Semi-Homemade With Sandra Lee Sandra and her sister make a holiday meal start-
ing with macadamia nut-crusted goat cheese. 1 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Holiday in Handcuffs” (2007, Comedy) Melissa Joan Hart. A woman kidnaps a handsome guy to take home to her parents during the Christmas holidays. (HALL) Movie “Lucky Christmas” (2011, Drama) Elizabeth Berkley. A woman’s car is stolen with a winning lottery ticket inside, and the thief falls for her. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Wishing Tree” (2012, Family) Jason Gedrick. A professor brings students together through a Christmas tree decorated with wishes. 3:30 p.m. (TBN) God Came Near Based on Max Lucado’s beloved book, God Came Near. 4 p.m. (TBN) Movie “The Perfect Gift” (2009, Drama) Jefferson Moore. A teenaged girl has a chance encounter with a man who changes the course of her life. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever. 5:30 p.m. (TBN) Dottie Rambo Christmas Seasonal music. 7 p.m. (ABC) A Charlie Brown Christmas Charlie Brown and his Peanut pal, Linus, search for the true meaning of Christmas. (HALL) Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Gail O’Grady. A nine-year-old boy enters a contest to find a new husband for his mother. (TCM) Movie “Scrooge” (1970, Musical) Albert Finney. Three spirits visit Scrooge, a miserable man soured on the meaning of Christmas. 7:30 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Finding Christmas” (2013, Family) Tricia Helfer. A disgruntled ad executive
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n this adaptation of “A Christmas Carol,” the mean and compassionless Ebenezer Scrooge (Patrick Stewart) hates Christmas and everything it stands for. As if trying to prove his curmudgeonly spirit cannot be lightened by Christmas cheer, Scrooge denies his best employee, Bob Cratchit (Richard E. Grant), time off for the holidays. As he reaches his all-time meanest, Scrooge is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future, who go to extremes to help him see the error of his ways. and a disheartened repairman swap houses over Christmas. (TCM) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. 10:30 p.m. (TCM) Movie “Scrooge” (1935, Family) Sir Seymour Hicks. Scrooge is visited by three Christmas ghosts, who teach him about charity and compassion. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006, Comedy) Danny de Vito. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swan-
son. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children. Midnight (TCM) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1938, Drama) Reginald Owen. Ebeneezer Scrooge learns a lesson in charity after a visit from three spirits. Friday December 20 10 a.m. (FAM) Movie “Christmas Do-Over” (2006, Family) Jay Mohr. A man is forced to relive one terrible Christmas with his exwife over and over again. 12:30 p.m. (TBN) My Christmas Soldier The story of an 11-year-
old boy whose courage transcends fear and hatred. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Annie Claus is Coming to Town” (2011, Family) Maria Thayer. Santa’s daughter Annie Claus travels to Los Angeles in search of love. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Gail O’Grady. A nine-year-old boy enters a contest to find a new husband for his mother. 4:30 p.m. (FAM) Frosty’s Winter Wonderland The children build Frosty a companion out of snow after noticing how sad he has become. 5 p.m. (FAM) A Chipmunk Christmas Alvin gives his harmonica to a sick boy and must find another for his Christmas concert. (GAC) Christmas Crazy We dash from coast-to-coast to find the most decked-out holiday homes and stores. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children. 5:30 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. 7 p.m. (FOOD) Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Guy Fieri heads up to North Pole, Alaska, for all kinds of Christmas favorites. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Ornament” (2013, Drama) Kellie Martin. A Christmas tree lot owner helps a widow face her first Christmas without her husband. (TNT) Christmas in Washington Celebrities and dignitaries gather for holiday performances by popular musical artists. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. (TNT) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1999, Drama) Patrick Stewart.
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A miserly old man is visited by three ghosts in order to learn the meaning of Christmas. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Moonlight and Mistletoe” (2008, Drama) Tom Arnold. A woman must return to her hometown of Santaville to help her father. (TBN) Movie “The Perfect Gift” (2009, Drama) Jefferson Moore. A teenaged girl has a chance encounter with a man who changes the course of her life. 10 p.m. (TNT) Christmas in Washington Celebrities and dignitaries gather for holiday performances by popular musical artists. 10:30 p.m. (TBN) Vicki Yohe Christmas From Holyland Seasonal music. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Chasing Christmas” (2005, Comedy) Tom Arnold. The Ghost of Christmas Past escapes and leaves his subject trapped in his past. (HALL) Movie “Santa Jr.” (2002, Comedy) Nick Stabile. Santa’s adult son learns the spirit of Christmas when he takes over the family business. (TNT) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1999, Drama) Patrick Stewart. A miserly old man is visited by three ghosts in order to learn the meaning of Christmas. Saturday December 21 10:30 a.m. (FAM) Rudolph and Frosty’s Christmas in July During a July vacation, Rudolph and Frosty find themselves in danger. 11 a.m. (TCM) Movie “Bush Christmas” (1947, Drama) Chips Rafferty. On their way home from school five children encounter horse thieves. Noon (TNT) Movie “Nothing Like the Holidays” (2008, Comedy/Drama) Alfred Molina. A Puerto Rican family spends a Christmas together, facing the fact it may be their last. 12:30 p.m. (FAM) The Year Without a Santa Claus Santa decides to take time off because he feels
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What’s on TV people have lost the spirit of Christmas. 1 p.m. (GAC) All Out American Christmas Homeowners go above and beyond traditional decor to create over-the-top holiday displays. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Switch” (2013, Family) Ethan Erickson. A man is given the gift of being Santa this year and he finds himself with new powers. 1:30 p.m. (FAM) Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Fred Astaire narrates the timeless tale of how Kris Kringle grew up to become Santa Claus. 1:45 p.m. (TNT) Movie “Surviving Christmas” (2004, Comedy) Ben Affleck. A lonely, wealthy executive pays a family to let him spend Christmas with them. 2 p.m. (FOOD) Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Guy Fieri heads up to North Pole, Alaska, for all kinds of Christmas favorites. (TRAVEL) Jingle Brawls We crisscrossed America to find the most amazing Christmas celebrations imaginable. 2:30 p.m. (FAM) A Chipmunk Christmas Alvin gives his harmonica to a sick boy and must find another for his Christmas concert. 3 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. (HALL) Movie “Finding Christmas” (2013, Family) Tricia Helfer. A disgruntled ad executive and a disheartened repairman swap houses over Christmas. (TRAVEL) Xtreme Christmas Viewers see America’s most unusual, wild, wacky and bizarre Christmas celebrations. 3:30 p.m. (TNT) Movie “Fred Claus” (2007, Comedy) Paul Giamatti. Santa bails his criminal brother out of jail and brings him to the North Pole. 4 p.m. (TBN) Movie “A Christmas Snow” (2010, Drama) Danny Cahill. Christmas has not been the
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1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Blessing” (2005, Drama) Neil Patrick Harris. A man meets a young woman and little boy who are in need of miracles for the holidays. (TCM) Movie “Christmas in Connecticut” (1945, Comedy/ Drama) Barbara Stanwyck. A promotional stunt threatens to expose a columnist’s fictitious housekeeping skills. 2 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 2” (2002, Family) Tim Allen. After being Santa Claus for a few years, Scott Calvin must find a wife and help his son. 3 p.m. (ABC) CMA Country Christmas Country’s biggest superstars join together to celebrate the holidays. (FOOD) Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Guy Fieri heads up to North
Pole, Alaska, for all kinds of Christmas favorites. (HALL) Movie “Christmas Magic” (2011, Drama) Lindy Booth. An angel-to-be must earn her wings by watching over a despondent man and his daughter. 4 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Naughty or Nice” (2012, Drama) Hilarie Burton. A young woman receives a book that reveals the good and bad about everyone in her life. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Card” (2006, Drama) Edward Asner. Moved by an anonymous Christmas card, Captain Cody Cullen searches for the card’s sender. (TNT) Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents. 8:30 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Hitched for the Holidays” (2012, Romance) Joey Lawrence. A man and woman agree to pose as each other’s significant other to their families. (TNT) Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a sick girl.
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same for a young woman since her father left. 5 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. (HALL) Movie “Fir Crazy” (2013, Romance) Craig Pryce. A marketing executive discovers a new fondness for the holidays selling Christmas trees. 6 p.m. (TLC) Invasion of the Christmas Lights 3: Europe We criss-cross the European continent to chronicle extreme Christmas lighting enthusiasts. 7 p.m. (ABC) I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown Linus and Lucy’s younger brother, ReRun, asks Snoopy to invite his brother Spike to visit. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 2” (2002, Family) Tim Allen. After being Santa Claus for a few years, Scott Calvin must find a wife and help his son. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Blessing” (2005, Drama) Neil Patrick Harris. A man meets a young woman and little boy who are in need of miracles for the holidays. 9 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. (HALL) Movie “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” (2008, Drama) Brooke Burns. A single mom who has lost all faith in Christmas finds answers when her uncle visits. 9:30 p.m. (TCM) Movie “Christmas Eve” (1947, Drama) George Raft. A rich spinster’s greedy nephew attempts legal action to take her estate. 10:30 p.m. (TNT) Movie “Fred Claus” (2007, Comedy) Paul Giamatti. Santa bails his criminal brother out of jail and brings him to the North Pole. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Mistle-Tones” (2012, Musical) Tia Mowry-Hardict. A young singer creates her own musical Christ-
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11 a.m. (TBN) Movie “The Perfect Gift” (2009, Drama) Jefferson Moore. A teenaged girl has a chance encounter with a man who changes the course of her life. Noon (FAM) Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006, Comedy) Danny de Vito. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit. (FOOD) Sandra’s Money Saving Meals The holidays are here so let Sandra Lee show you how to prepare a picture perfect feast. (GAC) Year ‘Round Christmas Profiling people who are overflowing with the spirit of Christmas all year long. 1 p.m. (GAC) Christmas Crazy We dash from coast-to-coast to find the most decked-out holiday homes and stores. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Wedding Tail” (2011, Comedy) Shawn Ardalan. Two dog owners owners fall in love and it’s up to the pets to perform a Christmas miracle. 2 p.m. (FAM) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (2009, Animated) Jim Carrey. Spirits visit Ebenezer Scrooge and show him the errors of his ways by revisiting his life. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Katie McGrath. A young wom-
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What’s on TV an falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas. 4 p.m. (FAM) Jack Frost Jack Frost wants to leave his North Pole existence and become human. (FOOD) The Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond celebrates the holiday season on the ranch serving up her down-home classics. 4:30 p.m. (FX) Two and a Half Men Charlie’s preparations for his Christmas Eve date are hampered by unexpected guests. 5 p.m. (FAM) Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Fred Astaire narrates the timeless tale of how Kris Kringle grew up to become Santa Claus. (TCM) Movie “Scrooge” (1970, Musical) Albert Finney. Three spirits visit Scrooge, a miserable man soured on the meaning of Christmas. 6 p.m. (FAM) The Year Without a Santa Claus Santa decides to take time off because he feels people have lost the spirit of Christmas. 7 p.m. (ABC) Shrek the Halls Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, Puss In Boots and all their fairytale buddies celebrate Christmas. (CW) iHeartRadio Jingle Ball A star studded concert for the holidays, featuring Miley Cyrus, Robin Thicke and more. (HALL) Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a sick girl. 7:30 p.m. (ABC) A Chipmunk Christmas Alvin gives his har-
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cor to create over-the-top holiday displays. (USA) NCIS: Los Angeles NCIS investigates the disappearance of a dangerous device from a research facility. Tuesday December 24
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ith a push from Donkey (Eddie Murphy), Shrek (Mike Meyers) promises his wife, Fiona (Cameron Diaz), a very special Christmas surprise in “Shrek The Halls.” What the loveable ogre hopes will be a nice, peaceful Christmas celebration with his family turns into a disaster when Puss in Boots (Antonio Banderas) and Donkey turn up with their families in tow. When Shrek loses his temper and evicts his friends, he must find a way to regain the Christmas spirit and win back his family and friends. monica to a sick boy and must find another for his Christmas concert. 8 p.m. (ABC) The Great Christmas Light Fight (GAC) All Out American Christmas Homeowners go above and beyond traditional decor to create over-the-top holiday displays. 9 p.m. (ABC) The Great Christmas Light Fight (FAM) Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve. (HALL) Movie “The Wishing Tree” (2012, Family) Jason Gedrick. A professor brings students together through a Christmas tree decorated with wishes.
(TBN) Christmas with a Capital “C” A man tries to rid his town of a 50 year old Christmas tradition. 10:30 p.m. (GAC) The Making of ‘Cheers, its Christmas’ With Blake Shelton and Friends Blake Shelton gives viewers a behind the scenes look at the recording of his new album. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Scrooged” (1988, Fantasy) Bill Murray. A callous executive learns the true meaning of Christmas when he is visited by ghosts. (HALL) Movie “The Night Before the Night Before Christmas” (2010, Family) Rick Roberts. Santa Claus loses his memory and his magical bag two days before Christmas. Midnight (GAC) All Out American Christmas Homeowners go above and beyond traditional de-
10 a.m. (FAM) Movie “Scrooged” (1988, Fantasy) Bill Murray. A callous executive learns the true meaning of Christmas when he is visited by ghosts. (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special. 10:30 a.m. (TBN) Movie “A Christmas Snow” (2010, Drama) Danny Cahill. Christmas has not been the same for a young woman since her father left. 11 a.m. (HALL) Movie “Finding Christmas” (2013, Family) Tricia Helfer. A disgruntled ad executive and a disheartened repairman swap houses over Christmas. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. Noon (FAM) Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve. 12:15 p.m. (TCM) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1938, Drama) Reginald Owen. Ebeneezer Scrooge learns a lesson in charity after a visit from three spirits. 12:40 p.m. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. 2:20 p.m. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Call Me Mrs. Miracle” (2010, Drama) Doris Roberts. Mrs. Miracle, a magical lady turns
the lives of a group of New Yorkers upside down. 3:15 p.m. (TCM) Movie “Holiday Affair” (1949, Drama) Robert Mitchum. A man offers to buy a model train set for a boy whose mother cannot afford it. 3:30 p.m. (TBN) Jesus of Nazareth An epic chronicle of Christ. 4 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. 5 p.m. (GAC) The Making of ‘Cheers, its Christmas’ With Blake Shelton and Friends Blake Shelton gives viewers a behind the scenes look at the recording of his new album. (HALL) Movie “Single Santa Seeks Mrs. Claus” (2004, Family) Steve Guttenberg. Santa worries about turning over the reigns to his son, Nick, who hasn’t yet found a wife. (TCM) Movie “It Happened on Fifth Avenue” (1947, Comedy) Don DeFore. While a family is away for Christmas, a hobo and his friends live in their mansion. 5:40 p.m. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 2” (2002, Family) Tim Allen. After being Santa Claus for a few years, Scott Calvin must find a wife and help his son. (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. 7 p.m. (ABC) Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas A Grinch steals everything Christmas from the Whos so they can’t celebrate the holiday. (CW) Movie “The 12 Dogs of Christmas” (2005, Family) John Billingsley. The story of a young
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girl who uses dogs to teach people the meaning of Christmas. (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special. (IFC) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. (NBC) Movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” (1946, Drama) James Stewart. An angel shows a suicidal banker how important he has been in the lives of others. (TBS) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. (TCM) Movie “Christmas in Connecticut” (1945, Comedy/ Drama) Barbara Stanwyck. A promotional stunt threatens to expose a columnist’s fictitious housekeeping skills. 7:20 p.m. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. 7:30 p.m. (ABC) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. A Grinch plans on stealing Christmas from the residents of Whoville, who love Christmas. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. 9 p.m. (TBN) Jesus of Nazareth An epic chronicle of Christ. (TBS) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun.
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What’s on TV (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. 10 p.m. (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. 10:35 p.m. (NBC) Christmas Eve Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome 10:45 p.m. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special. (HALL) Movie “Fir Crazy” (2013, Romance) Craig Pryce. A marketing executive discovers a new fondness for the holidays selling Christmas trees. (TBS) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. Midnight (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. 12:15 a.m. (TCM) Movie “The Bishop’s Wife” (1947, Comedy) Cary Grant. An angel comes to Earth to help a bishop and his wife raise funds to build a new church. 12:30 a.m. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.
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December 25 10:30 a.m. (TBN) A Christian Ebner Christmas Featuring engaging carols and arrangements to get you in the holiday spirit. 11 a.m. (HALL) Movie “A Very Merry Mix-Up” (2013, Romance) Alicia Witt. A woman forms a bond with a family that she is accidentally landed with over the holidays. (TBN) Christmas with a Capital “C” A man tries to rid his town of a 50 year old Christmas tradition. (TBS) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. Noon (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. 12:50 p.m. (STARZ) Movie “Christmas With the Kranks” (2004, Comedy) Tim Allen. Luther and Nora Krank scramble to create the perfect Christmas for their daughter. 1 p.m. (TBS) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. 2 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. 3 p.m. (TBS) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. 3:30 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Fir Crazy” (2013, Romance) Craig
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funny, quirky and heartwarming film, “A Christmas Story” has been a part of Christmas traditions for three decades now, as the film celebrates it’s 30th anniversary this year. Follow the exploits of Ralphie (Peter Billingsley), a young boy who wants nothing more than a Red Ryder BB Gun for Christmas. As adults keep reminding him that he’ll “shoot his eye out” with a toy like that, Ralphie holds out hope and does his very best to stay on the “nice” list. Pryce. A marketing executive discovers a new fondness for the holidays selling Christmas trees. 4 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 2” (2002, Family) Tim Allen. After being Santa Claus for a few years, Scott Calvin must find a wife and help his son. (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. 5 p.m. (TBS) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christ-
mas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. 7 p.m. (COM) Jeff Dunham’s Very Special Christmas Special Comedian Jeff Dunham performs a holiday-themed stand-up special with his friends. (FOX) Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas Sid travels to the North Pole after Manny convinces him he is on Santa’s naughty list. (NBC) Kelly Clarkson’s (Cautionary) Christmas Tale Kelly Clarkson learns the true meaning of Christmas while performing songs from her album. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vaca-
10:20 a.m. (COM) Jeff Dunham’s Very Special Christmas Special Comedian Jeff Dunham performs a holiday-themed stand-up special with his friends. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Ornament” (2013, Drama) Kellie Martin. A Christmas tree lot owner helps a widow face her first Christmas without her husband. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Twice Upon a Christmas” (2001, Family) John Dye. Santa’s daughter, Kristin Claus, has lost her memory
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Friday December 27 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Karroll’s Christmas” (2004, Comedy) Tom Everett Scott. The Christmas ghosts end up at the wrong house and Allen Karroll is taken on a ride.
3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Switch” (2013, Family) Ethan Erickson. A man is given the gift of being Santa this year and he finds himself with new powers. 4 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Blessing” (2005, Drama) Neil Patrick Harris. A man meets a young woman and little boy who are in need of miracles for the holidays. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 2” (2002, Family) Tim Allen. After being Santa Claus for a few years, Scott Calvin must find a wife and help his son. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Help for the Holidays” (2012, Family) Summer Glau. An elf sets out to teach her new employers what it means to be a family at Christmas time. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Matchmaker Santa” (2012, Romance) Lacey Chabert. A mysterious Santa strands a baker and her boyfriend’s best friend in a small town. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. (HALL) Movie “It’s Christmas, Carol!” (2012, Fantasy) Carrie Fisher. A ruthless tycoon is visited by the ghost of her old boss to help her change her ways. Saturday December 28 11 a.m. (HALL) Movie “Silver Bells” (2005, Drama) Anne Heche. A widower and a young woman
help each other to put their painful pasts behind them. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Matchmaker Santa” (2012, Romance) Lacey Chabert. A mysterious Santa strands a baker and her boyfriend’s best friend in a small town. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Bride for Christmas” (2012, Romance) Andrew W. Walker. A woman falls in love, unaware she’s been handpicked to help the man win a bet. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Boyfriend for Christmas” (2004, Romance) Kelli Williams. A girl tells Santa she wants a boyfriend for Christmas and he turns up 19 years later. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Christmas With Holly” (2012, Drama) Sean Faris. A young girl asks for a mother for Christmas following the death of her mother. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Gail O’Grady. A nine-year-old boy enters a contest to find a new husband for his mother. Sunday December 29 11 a.m. (HALL) Movie “A Boyfriend for Christmas” (2004, Romance) Kelli Williams. A girl tells Santa she wants a boyfriend for Christmas and he turns up 19 years later. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Christmas With Holly” (2012, Drama) Sean Faris. A young girl asks for a mother for Christmas following the death of her mother. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Season for Miracles” (1999, Drama) Patty Duke. A woman leaves with her sister’s children in an attempt to keep them from foster care. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Gail O’Grady. A nine-year-old
boy enters a contest to find a new husband for his mother. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Farewell Mr. Kringle” (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor. A journalist writes about a Santa Claus impersonator who lives in a Christmas-themed town.
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Monday December 30 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Come Dance With Me” (2012, Romance) Andrew McCarthy. A financial executive learns to waltz, but falls in love with his dance instructor. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Farewell Mr. Kringle” (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor. A journalist writes about a Santa Claus impersonator who lives in a Christmas-themed town. 7 p.m. (CW) iHeartRadio Music Festival This concert extravaganza includes performances by Justin Timberlake, Katy Perry and more. 8 p.m. (ABC) Rudolph’s Shiny New Year Rudolph must find Happy, the missing baby new year, before midnight on New Year’s Eve. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Song” (2012, Family) Natasha Henstridge. The fate of two music teachers is to be decided in a city-wide Christmas carol contest. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Annie Claus is Coming to Town” (2011, Family) Maria Thayer. Santa’s daughter Annie Claus travels to Los Angeles in search of love. Tuesday December 31 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Song” (2012, Family) Natasha Henstridge. The fate of two music teachers is to be decided in
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ince the passing of TV legend Dick Clark in 2012, the New Year’s torch has officially been passed to Ryan Seacrest, who co-hosted with Clark from 2006-2012, will helm this year’s “New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” special. This year there are lots of talented performers to keep you entertained all night. Tune in and make the iconic ball-drop a part of your New Year’s tradition as the special airs for the 41st consecutive year. a city-wide Christmas carol contest. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Holiday Engagement” (2011, Comedy) Haylie Duff. A woman hires a man to come home and pretend to be her fiancé over the holidays. 3:30 p.m. (TBN) King of Kings The Jews suffer under King Herod but the arrival of Jesus offers them hope. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” (2008, Drama) Brooke Burns. A single mom who has lost all faith in Christmas finds answers when her uncle visits. 7 p.m. (CW) iHeartRadio Music Festival This concert extravaganza includes performances by Justin Timberlake, Katy Perry and more. 9 p.m. (ABC) Dick Clark’s Primetime New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest The count-
down to midnight from Times Square in New York continues. (HALL) Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever. 10:30 p.m. (ABC) Dick Clark’s Primetime New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest The countdown to midnight from Times Square in New York continues. 11 p.m. (FOX) Fox New Year’s Eve Special (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Pageant” (2011, Comedy) Melissa Gilbert. An overbearing theater director begrudgingly takes a job directing a Christmas pageant. 12:10 a.m. (ABC) Dick Clark’s Primetime New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest Celebrating live from Times Square in New York City.
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and does not know who her father is. (TBN) Christmas with a Capital “C” A man tries to rid his town of a 50 year old Christmas tradition. 6 p.m. (COM) Jeff Dunham’s Very Special Christmas Special Comedian Jeff Dunham performs a holiday-themed stand-up special with his friends. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Town Without Christmas” (2001, Drama) Patricia Heaton. A reporter and a novelist try to locate a child who wrote a disturbing letter to Santa. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Blessing” (2005, Drama) Neil Patrick Harris. A man meets a young woman and little boy who are in need of miracles for the holidays. (TBN) King of Kings The Jews suffer under King Herod but the arrival of Jesus offers them hope. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 2” (2002, Family) Tim Allen. After being Santa Claus for a few years, Scott Calvin must find a wife and help his son. (HALL) Movie “Karroll’s Christmas” (2004, Comedy) Tom Everett Scott. The Christmas ghosts end up at the wrong house and Allen Karroll is taken on a ride.
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ugar cookies, snickerdoodles, sweet tea, oh my! Christmas is right around the corner, and with the festivities comes the most delicious part of the season: food! While the main dishes will be center stage for the holidays, there is no denying dessert is what ties in a Christmas feast. Nothing is more deli-
cious than homemade Christmas baking, but it takes a lot of work and a lot of time to whip up everything from scratch. So what better way to stock up on a wide variety of baked goods than getting cozy with friends and trading treats? As is tradition in her family, Trisha Yearwood hosts an annual cookie swap, and this year she’s
inviting you to tag along.
cookie-cutter festive special and turns it up a notch in a way only this Just in time for the southern belle can. She holidays, “Trisha’s Southern Kitchen” goes invites her good friend, Lisa, and her daughters Christmas on Tuesday, into the kitchen to help Dec. 17, dressing up the her create a party platFood Network in silver, ter that even Mrs. Claus gold and sugar. This is would be envious of. Of one party you don’t course, no friendly getwant to miss, lest you together is complete make it on Santa’s without drinks, so the naughty list! group mixes a batch of Yearwood skips the sweet tea before moving
onto the goodies. And, boy, will they be good. Yearwood mixes classic Christmas favorites with her southern charm, and there is sure to be a cookie that appeals to everyone. From soft snickerdoodles to time-honored iced sugar cookies and even gooey pecan tassies, it’ll make even the Grinchiest of folks switch on their ovens.
It’s a holiday baking extravaganza filled with laughter, fun times and delectable desserts. With enough cookies to pass around to friends – and maybe even to the big man in the red suit himself – you don’t want to miss the way this cookie crumbles on Tuesday, Dec. 17.
Sugar Cookies cookie cutter. Place on cookie sheet about 2” apart, when baking the cookies will expand.
1-1/2 cups powdered sugar 1 cup butter 1 tsp. vanilla 1 large egg 2-1/2 self-rising flour
4. Bake the cookies 7-8 minutes until edges are lightly browned, at the 6 minute mark check the cookies color and then bake another 1-2 min if more time is needed. Remove for oven and cool on a wire rack.
1. Beat the sugar, butter, vanilla and egg in a large bowl with an electric mixer. Stir in flour. Do not over mix. Cover and refrigerate the dough for 2 hours. 2. Pre-heat the oven to 375 F. Make sure to lightly grease baking sheet, ensures the cookies to not stick to your baking sheet.
Icing: 1 cup powdered sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon vanilla Food coloring optional.
3. Divide the dough in half and roll each half 1/4 inch thick on a lightly floured surface. Cut them into desired shapes using a Combine all ingredients. Stir until smooth.
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Chilled and thrilled: Brew your own champagne this holiday season Cassie Dresch / TV Media
As the countdown to the big ball drop in New York City begins, people across the country will be raising their glasses to toast the new year and down a celebratory drink. But how about ringing in this new year with a glass of champagne you made yourself?
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Brewing some bubbly When you tune in to ABC’s classic “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” with Ryan Seacrest on Dec. 31, make sure you have your own homemade bottle of bubbly to start 2014 off right. Brewing your own champagne or sparkling wine at home can be as easy or as difficult as you want it to be. Many wine and beer craft stores have homebrew kits available for purchase, but you can also
putting out its own take on the advent calendars, and this year is no exception. It offers Lego City, Lego Star Wars and Lego Friends advent calendars with plenty of buy many of the ingresurprise pieces behind dients you’ll need onReinvent your little windows. line. The Internet is also advent calendar a wonderful place to Another fresh take on The anticipation lead- the advent calendar is find many simple, trieding up to Christmas and-true recipes from fabric pockets. Whether homebrewers that came Day is a feeling rivaled you feel like sewing toby no other. Advent cal- gether your own, or purbefore you. Usually it endars, most often takes at least a week, if chasing one, having a litnot a few more, to com- marked with tiny choc- tle stuffed Santa or polar plete the fermentation olates, are a great way bear move from pocket process, but once you’re to liven up your home to pocket and “deliver” done, nothing will taste and count down until the treats inside is a as rewarding as a Christmas. This year, great way to liven up the chilled, homemade 2014 it’s time to try somecountdown. champagne. thing a little different and move away from the chocolates to Spruce up your some truly fun, spruce The traditional fir tree unique ideas. is getting a little ... well, Since 1998, furry. Christmas trees Lego has been have been a mainstay in American homes since the 1800s, but this year a fleecier trend is sweeping the nation. Feather trees are a contemporary alternative to the fresh-cut blue spruce or well-used fake
tree, providing a touch of fluff to any home. Not to be confused with the sparsely branched German kind, these come in many sizes – ranging from tiny table centerpieces to tall hallway masterpieces. They aren’t limited to the deep green color of their natural brethren, either. White is definitely a popular, go-with-everything hue, but greens, reds and browns are still a favorite. They’re also simple to make if you’re looking for a DIY project. The queen of crafts, Martha Stewart, offers her take on the trees on her website.
come a mini-human, and it becomes near impossible not to pick up a little something for their furry friends.
Many pet supply stores carry a range of holidayinspired products ranging from apparel to toys to treats. How cute would your dog look sitting under your Christmas tree in his little Santa sweater, gazing longingly at his doggie bone stocking hanging from the fireplace? Or what about watching your cat zip after her new abominable snow mouse? When they’re Santa Paws These days, almost 60 practically family, it’s per cent of American hard to ignore their big, households own either a round eyes and slobbery dog or a cat and spend almost $5 billion annu- faces, so pick up a little ally on Christmas pres- something for your furents for Fido and Kitty. ry friend this holiday Many families grow so and watch their love for attached to their pets that they essentially be- you grow.
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DOWN 1. “Uh-uh.” 2. Poetic piece 3. Big load 4. North Pole’s realm, The __ 5. Mr. Bellows of “Trading Christmas” (2011) 6. Sent-via-the-Web greeting 7. “Oh, __ __ back!” (Snow shoveler’s complaint) 8. Stay up __ (Party on New Year’s!) 9. “Happy Xmas (War Is __)” by John Lennon 10. Finely mannered man 12. Snow, in Paris 16. “Hush!” [var. sp.] 20. When Santa stops in Sofia, he’s in what Eur. country? 21. Bridge 22. Fun toy set 23. Elf costume parts 27. By way of, in plural 28. Change 29. Big name in electronics
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‘Christmas Characters’ From the list below, find each word and circle its letters in the puzzle above to reveal the message relating to the holiday theme.
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