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Love holiday movies? Here's this year's schedule

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Peter Billingsley sits on Santa’s lap in a scene from the 1983 film “A Christmas Story.”
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Reginald Owen giving a gift to child actor Terry Kilburn next to a Christmas tree in a scene from the film “A Christmas Carol,” 1938.
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Maureen O’Hara and John Payne star in “Miracle on 34th Street” (1947). Edmund Gwenn plays the lovable Kris Kringle.

DEC. 1

8 p.m.

Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas: NBC

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation: (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo. A traditional Griswold yuletide backfires in comic fashion. AMC

A Tale of Two Christmases: (2022, Romance) Katherine Barrell, Chandler Massey. A woman gets to experience two different Christmases. HALL

Serving Up the Holidays: (2021, Romance) Britt Irvin, Zach Roerig. A top chef falls for a handsome rival during the holidays. LIFE

Cooking Up Christmas: (2020, Romance-Comedy) Meagan Holder, Lamman Rucker. A chef takes a job with a baseball player for the holidays. OWN

10 p.m.

A Christmas Cookie Catastrophe: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Rachel Boston, Victor Webster. Sparks fly between a cookie CEO and the owner of a bakery. HALL

DEC. 2

8 p.m.

A Big Fat Family Christmas: (2022, Romance) Shannon Chan-Kent, Shannon Kook. A photojournalist gets close to a co-worker. HALL

Cloudy With a Chance of Christmas: (2022, Romance) Valery Ortiz, Nicole Bilderback. Sparks fly between a TV weatherwoman and a talk show host. LIFE

9 p.m.

The Year Without a Santa Claus: Animated. Sidelined by a nasty cold, Santa decides not to make his annual Christmas journey. AMC

The Sound of Christmas: (2022, Musical) Ne-Yo, Serayah McNeill. A woman facing eviction falls in love with a billionaire. BET

9:30 p.m.Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch: (2018, Children’s) Voices of Benedict Cumberbatch, Cameron Seely. Animated. The Grinch plans to steal Christmas from Whoville. FREEFM

10:01 p.m.

Three Wise Men and a Baby: (2022, Comedy) Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes. Three brothers care for a baby throughout the holidays. HALL

DEC. 3

8 a.m.

Switched for Christmas: (2017, Drama) Candace Cameron Bure, Eion Bailey. Estranged identical twins decide to swap lives up until Christmas Day. HALL

A Magical Christmas Village: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Alison Sweeney, Luke Macfarlane. A miniature Christmas village magically grants wishes. HALL

10:30 a.m.

The Star: (2017, Children’s) Voices of Steven Yeun, Keegan- Michael Key. Animated. Animal friends become heroes during the first Christmas. FREEFM

12:30 p.m.

The Santa Clause: (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold. An adman takes over for fallen Santa. FREEFM

1 p.m.

Baking Christmas: (2019, Comedy) Tim Reid, Aloma Wright. Patty, the founder of a popular bakery, decides to retire. OWN

2 p.m.

A Christmas Spark: (2022, Romance) Jane Seymour, Joe Lando. A widow falls for the leading man of a Christmas pageant. LIFE

2:40 p.m.

The Santa Clause 2: (2002, Comedy) Tim Allen, Elizabeth Mitchell. Santa must get married in order to keep his job. FREEFM

3 p.m.

When I Think of Christmas:(2022, Romance) Shenae Grimes-Beech, Niall Matter. A woman and her ex forge a plan for a Christmas concert. HALL

The 12 Days of Christmas Eve: (2022, Fantasy) Kelsey Grammer, Spencer Grammer. Santa gives a man 12 chances to relive the same day. LIFE

5:10 p.m.

The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause (2006, Comedy) Tim Allen, Martin Short. Jack Frost wants to freeze Santa out of the North Pole. FREEFM

6 p.m.

A Holiday Spectacular: (2022, Drama) Ginna Claire Mason, Derek Klena. An heiress dreams of dancing at Radio City Music Hall. HALL

7 p.m.

Elf: (2003, Children’s) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa’s workshop to search for his family. AMC

A Christmas Story: (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. A boy tries to convince his parents to get him a BB gun. TBS

8 p.m.

A Fabled Holiday: (2022, Romance) Brooke D’Orsay, Ryan Paevey. Talia and her childhood best friend unexpectedly reunite. HALL

9:15 p.m.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: (1948, Fantasy) Narrated by Paul Wing. Animated. A reindeer with a glowing nose saves Christmas. FREEFM

10:01 p.m.

A Big Fat Family Christmas: (2022, Romance) Shannon Chan-Kent, Shannon Kook. A photojournalist gets close to a co-worker. HALL

DEC. 4

8:05 a.m.

Santa Buddies: The Legend of Santa Paws (2009, Children’s) George Wendt, Christopher Lloyd. Talking puppies band together to save Christmas. FREEFM

9:30 a.m.

The Pioneer Woman: Christmas goodies that double as gifts, including homemade gumdrops, and cayenne cheese straws. FOOD

10:45 a.m.

Jack Frost: Animated. Jack falls in love and seeks Father Winter’s advice. AMC

Noon

Picture a Perfect Christmas: (2019, Romance) Merritt Patterson, Jon Cor. A photographer helps a neighbor look after his young nephew. HALL

Serving Up the Holidays: (2021, Romance) Britt Irvin, Zach Roerig. A top chef falls for a handsome rival during the holidays. LIFE

2 p.m.

Crown for Christmas: (2015, Romance) Danica McKellar, Rupert Penry-Jones. Sparks fly between a European king and a governess. HALL

Baking All the Way: (2022, Romance) Cory Lee, Yannick Bisson. A pastry chef clashes with the owner of a bakery. LIFE

4 p.m.

Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town: Animated. A mailman (the voice of Fred Astaire) explains Santa. Animated. FREEFM

Christmas in Connecticut: (1945, Comedy) Barbara Stanwyck, Dennis Morgan. A newspaper columnist is made to play host to a war hero. TCM

5 p.m.

Four Christmases: (2008, Romance-Comedy) Vince Vaughn, Reese Witherspoon. A couple must somehow fit in four holiday visits with family. AMC

5:35 p.m.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: (1948, Fantasy) Narrated by Paul Wing. Animated. A reindeer with a glowing nose saves Christmas. FREEFM

Remember the Night: (1940, Romance-Comedy) Barbara Stanwyck, Fred MacMurray. An assistant DA takes a shoplifter home for the holidays. TCM

6:40 p.m.

Home Alone: (1990, Children’s) Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci. A left-behind boy battles two burglars in the house. FREEFM

7 p.m.

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation: (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo. A traditional Griswold yuletide backfires in comic fashion. AMC

8 p.m.

Merry Textmas: (2022, Romance) Ariana Ron Pedrique, Rodrigo Massa. Sparks fly between an app developer and a graphic designer. LIFE

8:30 p.m.

Fit for Christmas: (2022, Romance) Amanda Kloots, Paul Greene. Sparks fly between a fitness instructor and a businessman. CBS

9:10 p.m.

Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992, Children’s) Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci. Kevin ends up in New York when he boards the wrong plane. FREEFM

10:01 p.m.

A Royal Corgi Christmas: (2022, Romance) Hunter King, Jordan Renzo. Sparks fly between a prince and a canine behavior expert. HALL

DEC. 5

8 p.m.

The Polar Express: (2004, Children’s) Voices of Tom Hanks, Michael Jeter. Animated. A conductor guides a boy to the North Pole. AMC

A Christmas Together With You: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Laura Vandervoort, Niall Matter. Megan and Frank take a holiday road trip to find true love. HALL

8:55 p.m.

Scrooged :(1988, Comedy) Bill Murray, Karen Allen. TV-network bigshot meets Christmas ghosts. FREEFM

10 p.m.

Next Stop, Christmas (2021, Fantasy) Lyndsy Fonseca, Chandler Massey. Angie is magically transported into a past Christmas. HALL

DEC. 6

10 p.m.

Christmas Wishes & Mistletoe Kisses: (2019, Romance) Jill Wagner, Matthew Davis. A woman is hired to decorate the estate of a businessman. HALL

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DEC. 7

8 p.m.

Christmas Made to Order: (2018, Romance) Alexa PenaVega, Jonathan Bennett. An architect hosts his family for Christmas. HALL

8:15 p.m.

Christmas With the Kranks: (2004, Comedy) Tim Allen, Jamie Lee Curtis. A couple scramble to assemble a holiday celebration. AMC

DEC. 8

8 p.m.

Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town: Animated. A mailman (the voice of Fred Astaire) explains Santa. Animated. ABC

Scentsational Christmas: (2022, Romance) Nazneen Contractor, Mykee Selkin. Sparks fly between a beautiful perfumer and a writer. LIFE

9 p.m.

CMA Country Christmas: A holiday celebration features Christmas classics. ABC

10 p.m.

Christmas at the Golden Dragon: (2022, Comedy-Drama) Kara Wang, Osric Chau. Siblings learn their parents are closing their restaurant. HALL

DEC. 9

8 p.m.

The Most Colorful Time of the Year: (2022, Romance) Katrina Bowden, Christopher Russell. An optometrist helps bring color into a teacher’s life. HALL

A Recipe for Joy: (2021, Romance) Erin Agostino, Dillon Casey. Sparks fly between a food correspondent and a shy chef. LIFE

9 p.m.

Ella Wishes You a Swinging Christmas With Vanessa Williams: The American Pops Orchestra presents Ella Wishes You a Swingin’ Christmas; host Vanessa Williams. PBS

10 p.m.

Christmas at Belmont: Belmont University students present holiday favorites and classic songs. PBS

10:01 p.m.

Undercover Holiday: (2022, Romance) Noem“‘i Gonz“‘alez, Stephen Huszar. A security guard poses as a pop star’s new beau. HALL

DEC. 10

Noon

The Christmas Contest: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Candace Cameron Bure, John Brotherton. A former couple compete in a Christmas contest to win money. HALL

A Tale of Two Christmases: (2022, Romance) Katherine Barrell, Chandler Massey. A woman gets to experience two different Christmases. HALL

4 p.m.

Jolly Good Christmas: (2022, Romance) Reshma Shetty, Will Kemp. An architect crosses paths with a professional shopper. HALL

6 p.m.

Three Wise Men and a Baby: (2022, Comedy) Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes. Three brothers care for a baby throughout the holidays. HALL

8 p.m.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: Animated. Burl Ives narrates an animated tale about Santa’s sleigh guide. CBS

Christmas Class Reunion: (2022, Romance) Aimee Teegarden, Tanner Novlan. Sparks fly between two former classmates at a reunion. HALL

Kirk Franklin’s The Night Before Christmas: (2022, Drama) Naturi Naughton, Lorea Turner. A woman and her daughter reconcile their differences. LIFE

9 p.m.

Frosty the Snowman: Animated. The jolly soul heads north to avoid the heat. CBS

9:30 p.m.

Frosty Returns: Animated. A snow-removal spray threatens magic Frosty. CBS

10:01 p.m.

Haul Out the Holly: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Lacey Chabert, Wes Brown. Neighbors want a woman to join in Christmas festivities. HALL

DEC. 11

8 a.m.

Almost Christmas: (2016, Comedy-Drama) Danny Glover, Gabrielle Union. A widower and his bickering family gather for the holidays. FX

The Christmas Cottage: (2017, Drama) Merritt Patterson, Steve Lund. A cynical designer decorates the romantic Christmas cottage. HALL

10 a.m.

My Grown-Up Christmas List: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Kayla Wallace, Kevin McGarry. A journalist and a military man develop a growing bond. HALL

2:30 p.m.

Miracle on 34th Street: (1947, Comedy-Drama) Maureen O’Hara, John Payne. An adwoman’s boyfriend defends Macy’s Santa in court. AMC

2:40 p.m.

Disney’s A Christmas Carol: (2009, Children’s) Voices of Jim Carrey, Robin Wright Penn. Animated. Three ghosts give Ebenezer Scrooge a dose of holiday spirit. FREEFM

4:15 p.m.

Holiday Affair: (1949, Romance) Robert Mitchum, Janet Leigh. Two men want to marry war widow for Christmas. TCM

4:45 p.m.

The Year Without a Santa Claus: (2006, Children’s) John Goodman, Chris Kattan. Two elves try to save Christmas after Santa takes time off. AMC

6 p.m.

White House Christmas: 2022 HGTV

The Bishop’s Wife: (1947, Fantasy) Cary Grant, Loretta Young. An angel lends a hand in funding a new church. TCM

8 p.m.

National Christmas Tree Lighting: Celebrating 100 Years: LL Cool J hosts the official tree lighting on the Ellipse in President’s Park in Washington, D.C. CBS

The Holiday Sitter: (2022, Romance) Jonathan Bennett, George Krissa. Sparks fly between a bachelor and a handsome neighbor. HALL

Single and Ready to Jingle: (2022, Romance) Natasha Wilson, Edward Ruttle. A woman finds unexpected holiday romance in Alaska. LIFE

Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas: Animated. Boris Karloff narrates an animated tale about a curmudgeon and merry Whoville. TBS

9 p.m.

Must Love Christmas: (2022, Romance) Liza Lapira, Nathan Witte. A snowbound novelist finds herself in a love triangle. CBS

DEC. 12

8 p.m.

Four Christmases: (2008, Romance-Comedy) Vince Vaughn, Reese Witherspoon. A couple must somehow fit in four holiday visits with family. AMC

Christmas Town: (2019, Romance) Candace Cameron Bure, Tim Rozon. Lauren embarks on a new chapter in her life and career. HALL

10 p.m.

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation: (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo. A traditional Griswold yuletide backfires in comic fashion. AMC

When I Think of Christmas: (2022, Romance) Shenae Grimes-Beech, Niall Matter. A woman and her ex forge a plan for a Christmas concert. HALL

DEC. 13

8 p.m.

Mickey Saves Christmas: Animated. Mickey, Minnie and their pals attempt to celebrate the perfect Christmas at their snowy cabin. ABC

O Holy Night: Christmas With the Tabernacle Choir: Musicians and narrators share the songs and stories that make Christmas memorable. PBS

8:30 p.m.

Olaf’s Frozen Adventure: (2017, Children’s) Voices of Josh Gad, Idina Menzel. Animated. Olaf sets out to bring home the best holiday traditions. ABC

9 p.m.

Disney Prep & Landing: Animated. An elite unit of elves ensures homes are prepared for Santa Claus. ABC

10 p.m

Christmas Next Door: (2017, Romance-Comedy) Jesse Metcalfe, Fiona Gubelmann. A bachelor is left in charge of his niece and nephew. HALL

DEC. 14

8 p.m.

A Very Backstreet Holiday: The Backstreet Boys sing songs from their holiday album, along with classic hits. ABC

Making Spirits Bright: (2021, Romance) Taylor Cole, Carlo Marks. Romance blossoms during a holiday decorating contest. HALL

9 p.m.

Disney’s A Christmas Carol: (2009, Children’s) Voices of Jim Carrey, Robin Wright Penn. Animated. Three ghosts give Ebenezer Scrooge a dose of holiday spirit. FREEFM

DEC. 15

8 p.m.

Christmas With the Kranks: (2004, Comedy) Tim Allen, Jamie Lee Curtis. A couple scramble to assemble a holiday celebration. AMC

Record Breaking Christmas: (2022, Romance) Michelle Argyris, Andrew Bushell. Townspeople try to break multiple holiday world records. LIFE

A Christmas Carol: (1999, Fantasy) Patrick Stewart, Richard E. Grant. Crotchety Ebenezer Scrooge experiences a holiday epiphany. TNT

It’s a Wonderful Life (1946, Comedy-Drama) James Stewart, Donna Reed. An angel saves a distraught businessman from suicide. USA

10 p.m.

Elf: (2003, Children’s) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa’s workshop to search for his family. AMC

Christmas Class Reunion: (2022, Romance) Aimee Teegarden, Tanner Novlan. Sparks fly between two former classmates at a reunion. HALL

DEC. 16

8 p.m.

Holiday Heritage: (2022, Drama) Lyndie Greenwood, Brooks Darnell. A woman encourages her family to heal their past wounds. HALL

A Christmas to Treasure: (2022, Romance) Taylor Frey, Kyle Dean Massey. Sparks fly between childhood friends Austin and Everett. LIFE

9 p.m.

The First Noelle: (2022, Drama) Novi Brown, Lala Milan. Noelle’s ex-boyfriend returns to Atlanta for Christmas. BET

10:01 p.m.

A Kismet Christmas: (2022, Romance) Sarah Ramos, Carlo Marks. An author reconnects with her family and teenage crush. HALL

DEC. 17

8 a.m.

When I Think of Christmas: (2022, Romance) Shenae Grimes-Beech, Niall Matter. A woman and her ex forge a plan for a Christmas concert. HALL

8:15 a.m.

Frosty’s Winter Wonderland: Animated. Andy Griffith tells of the magic snowman’s wedding. AMC

8:45 a.m.

’Twas the Night Before Christmas: Animated. When Santa removes a small town from his delivery itinerary, a family endeavors to regain his favor. AMC

9:15 a.m.

The Year Without a Santa Claus: Animated. Sidelined by a nasty cold, Santa decides not to make his annual Christmas journey. AMC

10 a.m.

Inventing the Christmas Princ:e (2022, Romance) Tamera Mowry-Housley, Ronnie Rowe Jr. A girl thinks her mother’s boss is a prince from a story. HALL

10:30 a.m.

12 Dates of Christmas: (2011, Comedy-Drama) Amy Smart, Mark-Paul Gosselaar. A woman experiences Christmas Eve over and over again. AMC

1 p.m.

One Fine Christmas: (2019, Comedy-Drama) Marla Gibbs, Vanessa Williams. Neighbors struggle to find time for their families. OWN

3:10 p.m.

Disney’s A Christmas Carol: (2009, Children’s) Voices of Jim Carrey, Robin Wright Penn. Animated. Three ghosts give Ebenezer Scrooge a dose of holiday spirit. FREEFM

4 p.m.

Write Before Christmas: (2019, Romance) Torrey DeVitto, Chad Michael Murray. Jessica sends Christmas cards to five people. HALL

5 p.m.

King of Kings: (1961, Historical Drama) Jeffrey Hunter, Siobhan McKenna. Orson Welles narrates the story of Jesus. TCM

8 p.m.

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas: (2022, Drama) Torrey DeVitto, Zane Holtz. An actress takes charge of a town’s Christmas Eve play. HALL

The Holiday Dating Guide: (2022, Romance) Maria Menounos, Brent Bailey. A dating expert has 12 days to make a man fall for her. LIFE

The Greatest Story Ever Told: (1965, Historical Drama) Max von Sydow, Charlton Heston. A chronicle of the life and times of Jesus Christ. TCM

9 p.m.

Elf: (2003, Children’s) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa’s workshop to search for his family. AMC

DEC. 18

8 a.m.

Giada’s Holiday Handbook: Giada hosts a holiday party for kids and transforms the house into a winter wonderland. FOOD

Call Me Claus: (2001, Comedy) Whoopi Goldberg, Nigel Hawthorne. Santa Claus picks a cynical TV producer to replace him. FREEFM

10 a.m.

The Santa Clause: (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold. An adman takes over for fallen Santa. FREEFM

11:45 a.m.

White Christmas: (1954, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Four entertainers try to save an innkeeper from ruin. AMC

Noon

A Christmas Together With You: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Laura Vandervoort, Niall Matter. Megan and Frank take a holiday road trip to find true love. HALL

1 p.m.

A Sisterly Christmas: (2021, Romance) Deborah Joy Winans, Lisa Michelle Cornelius. Kristina and Vicky stay at a luxury resort for Christmas. OWN

1:30 p.m.

The EWTN Family Christmas Special: The Choir of the Eternal Word Television Network performs twelve timeless Christmas hymns. EWTN

3 p.m.

Carols By Candlelight From Knock Shrine: The sights and sounds of Christmas from the Marian Shrine in Knock, Ireland. EWTN

4 p.m.

An Unexpected Christmas: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Bethany Joy Lenz, Tyler Hynes. A man makes a deal with his ex to pretend they’re a couple. HALL

4:15 p.m.

A Christmas Carol: (1938, Children’s) Reginald Owen, Gene Lockhart. Dickens’ London miser Scrooge meets Christmas ghosts. TCM

5:45 p.m.

It Happened on 5th Avenue: (1947, Comedy) Don DeFore, Ann Harding. A hobo shares a mansion with a GI and others in winter. TCM

6 p.m.

Christmas Cookie Challenge: Cookie interpretations of young Santa and Mrs. Claus; cookie greenhouses with edible windows. FOOD

8 p.m.

Wrapped Up in Love: (2021, Romance) Brittany Bristow, Olivier Renaud. Christmas Queen Ashley meets her match in new guy Ben. LIFE

8:30 p.m.

When Christmas Was Young: (2022, Romance) Karen David, Tyler Hilton. A music manager falls for a gifted singer-songwriter. CBS

10:01 p.m.

One Royal Holiday: (2020, Romance) Laura Osnes, Aaron Tveit. Anna offers a mother and son shelter from a blizzard. HALL

DEC. 19

8 p.m.

The Polar Express: (2004, Children’s) Voices of Tom Hanks, Michael Jeter. Animated. A conductor guides a boy to the North Pole. AMC

Holiday Baking Championship: The bakers create desert-inspired succulent tarts, and two head into a cookie cake showdown. FOOD

A Christmas Cookie Catastrophe: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Rachel Boston, Victor Webster. Sparks fly between a cookie CEO and the owner of a bakery. HALL

9 p.m.

Christmas With Mary Berry and Friends: British home cook Mary Berry prepares a Christmas feast that includes turkey and Christmas pudding. PBS

DEC. 20

8 p.m.

Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town: Animated. A mailman (the voice of Fred Astaire) explains Santa. Animated. ABC

Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch: (2018, Children’s) Voices of Benedict Cumberbatch, Cameron Seely. Animated. The Grinch plans to steal Christmas from Whoville. NBC

Chopped: Teri Hatcher, Anthony Anderson, Dawn Wells and Antonio Sabato, Jr. compete in the Chopped Kitchen. FOOD

The Holiday Sitter: (2022, Romance) Jonathan Bennett, George Krissa. Sparks fly between a bachelor and a handsome neighbor. HALL

9 p.m.

Toy Story That Time Forgot: Animated. Trixie must save the day when the gang finds itself in uncharted territory. ABC

O Holy Night: Christmas With the Tabernacle Choir: Musicians and narrators share the songs and stories that make Christmas memorable. PBS

9:30 p.m.

Shrek the Halls: Animated. The ogre’s holiday plans go awry when Donkey and the gang join festivities. ABC

10 p.m.

Lucy Worsley’s 12 Days of Tudor Christmas: Tudor origins of certain Christmas traditions, from carols and turkey to gift-giving and mistletoe. PBS

Christmas With the Kranks: (2004, Comedy) Tim Allen, Jamie Lee Curtis. A couple scramble to assemble a holiday celebration. AMC

DEC. 21

8 p.m.

Reindeer in Here: Animated. A young reindeer and his friends band together to save the future of Christmas. CBS

Four Christmases: (2008, Romance-Comedy) Vince Vaughn, Reese Witherspoon. A couple must somehow fit in four holiday visits with family. AMC

Olaf’s Frozen Adventure: (2017, Children’s) Voices of Josh Gad, Idina Menzel. Animated. Olaf sets out to bring home the best holiday traditions. FREEFM

A Tale of Two Christmases: (2022, Romance) Katherine Barrell, Chandler Massey. A woman gets to experience two different Christmases. HALL

Christmas in Connecticut: (1945, Comedy) Barbara Stanwyck, Dennis Morgan. A newspaper columnist is made to play host to a war hero. TCM

9 p.m.

Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas: NBC

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: (1948, Fantasy) Narrated by Paul Wing. Animated. A reindeer with a glowing nose saves Christmas. FREEFM

10 p.m.

The Most Colorful Time of the Year: (2022, Romance) Katrina Bowden, Christopher Russell. An optometrist helps bring color into a teacher’s life. HALL

Holiday Affair: (1949, Romance) Robert Mitchum, Janet Leigh. Two men want to marry war widow for Christmas. TCM

DEC. 22

8 p.m.

Last Christmas: (2019, Romance-Comedy) Emilia Clarke, Henry Golding. A Christmas shop elf finds romance with a charming suitor. FX

The Nine Lives of Christmas: (2014, Children’s) Brandon Routh, Kimberly Sustad. A bachelor learns the value of love and companionship. HALL

10 p.m.

Reclaiming the Carol: Caught up in commercialization, a cynical stage manager is visited by the spirit of Charles Dickens. EWTN

Holiday Heritage: (2022, Drama) Lyndie Greenwood, Brooks Darnell. A woman encourages her family to heal their past wounds. HALL

DEC. 23

8 p.m.

The 24th Annual a Home for the Holidays at the Grove: Inspirational stories of lives changed through adoption; scheduled performers include Andy Grammer. CBS

How the Grinch Stole Christmas!: Animated. Boris Karloff narrates an animated tale about a curmudgeon and merry Whoville. NBC

The Polar Express: (2004, Children’s) Voices of Tom Hanks, Michael Jeter. Animated. A conductor guides a boy to the North Pole. AMC

Amahl and the Night Visitors: A poor crippled boy’s act of selflessness is rewarded by a miracle from the Christ child. EWTN

Remember the Night: (1940, Romance-Comedy) Barbara Stanwyck, Fred MacMurray. An assistant DA takes a shoplifter home for the holidays. TCM

8:30 p.m.

5 More Sleeps ‘til Christmas: Animated. A young boy who loves Christmas must adjust his elaborate plans when an unexpected guest arrives. NBC

9 p.m.

Christmas Takes Flight: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Katie Lowes, Evan Williams. A pilot starts falling for her airline’s new CEO. CBS

Dolly Parton’s Christmas of Many Colors: Circle of Love (2016, Docudrama) Jennifer Nettles, Ricky Schroder. Dolly Parton’s father tries to buy his wife a wedding ring. NBC

The Nutcracker and the Mouse King: Alan Cumming narrates a re-imagination of The Nutcracker and the Mouse King. PBS

10 p.m.

Elf: (2003, Children’s) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa’s workshop to search for his family. AMC

In Concert: Christmas In Vienna: One of the most prestigious classical concert productions in Europe. EWTN

The Holiday: (2006, Romance-Comedy) Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet. Two women from different countries swap homes at Christmas. TRUTV

DEC. 24

8 a.m.

A Cozy Christmas Inn:(2022, Romance) Jodie Sweetin, David O’Donnell. Sparks fly between a woman and her ex in Alaska. HALL

First Christmas: (2020, Drama) Idara Victor, Tonea Stewart. A writer meets the biological family she never knew she had. OWN

9 a.m.

The Great Rupert: (1950, Comedy) Jimmy Durante, Terry Moore. A trained squirrel raises cash for a destitute family. TCM

9:45 a.m.

Rudolph’s Shiny New Year: Animated. The red-nosed reindeer sets out in a midnight fog to find Happy, the New Year baby. AMC

10:30 a.m.

Tenth Avenue Angel: (1948, Comedy-Drama) Margaret O’Brien, Angela Lansbury. A child works her innocent wiles to keep a young man honest. TCM

11 a.m.

White Christmas: (1954, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Four entertainers try to save an innkeeper from ruin. AMC

Noon

A Chestnut Family Christmas: (2021, Drama) Meagan Holder, Brad James. A talented pastry chef poses as a wealthy homeowner. OWN

1:30 p.m.

Solemn Mass of Christmas Eve in Rome: Mass with the Holy Father from St. Peter’s Basilica. EWTN

1:45 p.m.

’Twas the Night Before Christmas: Animated. When Santa removes a small town from his delivery itinerary, a family endeavors to regain his favor. AMC

2 p.m.

A Kismet Christmas: (2022, Romance) Sarah Ramos, Carlo Marks. An author reconnects with her family and teenage crush. HALL

2:15 p.m.

Frosty’s Winter Wonderland: Animated. Andy Griffith tells of the magic snowman’s wedding. AMC

2:57 p.m.

The Man Who Invented Christmas: (2017, Historical Drama) Dan Stevens, Christopher Plummer. Author Charles Dickens writes A Christmas Carol in 1843. STARZ

3 p.m.

Holiday Baking Championship: Gingerbread Showdown: The teams must create versions of holiday parades and incorporate an item made with hot cocoa. FOOD

4 p.m.

A Big Fat Family Christmas: (2022, Romance) Shannon Chan-Kent, Shannon Kook. A photojournalist gets close to a co-worker. HALL

Baking Christmas: (2019, Comedy) Tim Reid, Aloma Wright. Patty, the founder of a popular bakery, decides to retire. OWN

Christmas in Connecticut: (1945, Comedy) Barbara Stanwyck, Dennis Morgan. A newspaper columnist is made to play host to a war hero. TCM

5:30 p.m.

Carols By Candlelight From Knock Shrine: The sights and sounds of Christmas from the Marian Shrine in Knock, Ireland. EWTN

6 p.m.

Four Christmases: (2008, Romance-Comedy) Vince Vaughn, Reese Witherspoon. A couple must somehow fit in four holiday visits with family. AMC

A Magical Christmas Village: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Alison Sweeney, Luke Macfarlane. A miniature Christmas village magically grants wishes. HALL

Cooking Up Christmas: (2020, Romance-Comedy) Meagan Holder, Lamman Rucker. A chef takes a job with a baseball player for the holidays. OWN

Arthur Christmas: (2011, Children’s) Voices of James McAvoy, Hugh Laurie. Animated. Santa’s youngest son undertakes an urgent Christmas mission. TOON

8 p.m.

It’s a Wonderful Life: (1946, Comedy- Drama) James Stewart, Donna Reed. An angel saves a distraught businessman from suicide. NBC

Love Actually: (2003, Romance-Comedy) Hugh Grant, Laura Linney. Various people deal with relationships in London. BBC

Christmas Cookie Challenge: Cookie-making couples make two gift tags and construct a fortress fit to withstand a snowball fight. FOOD

Haul Out the Holly: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Lacey Chabert, Wes Brown. Neighbors want a woman to join in Christmas festivities. HALL

A Christmas Story: (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. A boy tries to convince his parents to get him a BB gun. TBS

The Bishop’s Wife: (1947, Fantasy) Cary Grant, Loretta Young. An angel lends a hand in funding a new church. TCM

9 p.m. O Holy Night: Christmas With the Tabernacle Choir: Musicians and narrators share the songs and stories that make Christmas memorable. PBS

9:30 p.m.

My Southern Family Christmas: (2022, Drama) Jaicy Elliot, Bruce Campbell. A woman gets to know her biological dad for the first time. HALL

10 p.m.

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation: (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo. A traditional Griswold yuletide backfires in comic fashion. AMC

A Christmas Carol: (1938, Children’s) Reginald Owen, Gene Lockhart. Dickens’ London miser Scrooge meets Christmas ghosts. TCM

DEC. 25

8 a.m.

Solemn Mass of Christmas: Solemn Christmas Mass from Our Lady of the Angels Chapel in Irondale, Ala. EWTN

In Merry Measure: (2022, Romance) Patti Murin, Brendan Penny. A pop star finds herself coaching a high school choir. HALL

A Christmas Story: (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. A boy tries to convince his parents to get him a BB gun. TBS

Christmas in Paradise: (2022, Comedy) Kelsey Grammer, Elizabeth Hurley. Sisters reunite with their estranged dad in the Caribbean. STARZ

8:30 a.m.

Babes in Toyland: (1934, Children’s) Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy. Stan and Ollie rescue Bo-Peep and Tom-Tom in Toyland. TCM

10 a.m.

Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade: A Christmas parade and musical performances. ABC

11 a.m.

Amahl and the Night Visitors: A poor crippled boy’s act of selflessness is rewarded by a miracle from the Christ child. EWTN

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: (1948, Fantasy) Narrated by Paul Wing. Animated. A reindeer with a glowing nose saves Christmas. FREEFM

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas: (2022, Drama) Torrey DeVitto, Zane Holtz. An actress takes charge of a town’s Christmas Eve play. HALL

11:39 a.m.

Deck the Halls: (2006, Comedy) Danny DeVito, Matthew Broderick. Neighbors clash over decoration glare. STARZ

12:30 p.m.

Jolly Good Christmas :(2022, Romance) Reshma Shetty, Will Kemp. An architect crosses paths with a professional shopper. HALL

1:15 p.m.

Jingle All the Way: (1996, Children’s) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sinbad. A father tries desperately to find a special Christmas toy. STARZ

2 p.m.

Christmas With the Kranks: (2004, Comedy) Tim Allen, Jamie Lee Curtis. A couple scramble to assemble a holiday celebration. AMC

Carole’s Christmas: (2019, Comedy-Drama) Kimberly Elise, Anthony Montgomery. A woman’s life is turned upside down during the holidays. OWN

3:30 p.m.

Christmas at the Golden Dragon: (2022, Comedy-Drama) Kara Wang, Osric Chau. Siblings learn their parents are closing their restaurant. HALL

4:15 p.m.

Holiday Affai:r (1949, Romance) Robert Mitchum, Janet Leigh. Two men want to marry war widow for Christmas. TCM

4:22 p.m.

The Family Stone: (2005, Romance-Comedy) Dermot Mulroney, Sarah Jessica Parker. A man introduces his uptight girlfriend to his family. STARZ

4:40 p.m.

Black Nativity: (2013, Musical) Forest Whitaker, Angela Bassett. A teen goes to New York to spend Christmas with relatives. HBO

5 p.m.

A Christmas Story: (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. A boy tries to convince his parents to get him a BB gun. TNT

6 p.m.

Elf: (2003, Children’s) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa’s workshop to search for his family. AMC

Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch: (2018, Children’s) Voices of Benedict Cumberbatch, Cameron Seely. Animated. The Grinch plans to steal Christmas from Whoville. FX

6:09 p.m.

Christmas in Paradise: (2022, Comedy) Kelsey Grammer, Elizabeth Hurley. Sisters reunite with their estranged dad in the Caribbean. STARZ

6:30 p.m.

Three Wise Men and a Baby: (2022, Comedy) Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes. Three brothers care for a baby throughout the holidays. HALL

7:41 p.m.

Outlander Yule Log: The Fraser family home in Lallybroch hosts a roaring Scottish hearth and traditional holiday music. STARZ

8 p.m.

All Creatures Great and Small on Masterpiece: Helen and James realize they haven’t agreed on where they’re spending Christmas Day. PBS

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation: (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo. A traditional Griswold yuletide backfires in comic fashion. AMC

A Holiday Spectacular: (2022, Drama) Ginna Claire Mason, Derek Klena. An heiress dreams of dancing at Radio City Music Hall. HALL

A Christmas Stray: (2021, Romance) Andra Fuller, Rhyon Nicole Brown. A man stranded on Christmas Eve is drawn to the local vet. OWN

The Royal Nanny: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Rachel Skarsten, Dan Jeannotte. An undercover MI5 agent must resist the charms of a prince. HALL

A Chestnut Family Christmas: (2021, Drama) Meagan Holder, Brad James. A talented pastry chef poses as a wealthy homeowner. OWN

DEC. 26

8 p.m.

Holiday Baking Championship: FOOD

The Nine Kittens of Christmas: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Kimberley Sustad, Brandon Routh. Two cat lovers must find homes for a litter of kittens. HALL

10 p.m.

Reunited at Christmas: (2018, Drama) Nikki Deloach, Mike Faiola. Sam is facing her first Christmas without Nana. HALL

DEC. 27

8 p.m.

The Christmas Contest: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Candace Cameron Bure, John Brotherton. A former couple compete in a Christmas contest to win money. HALL

10 p.m.

Inventing the Christmas Prince: (2022, Romance) Tamera Mowry-Housley, Ronnie Rowe Jr. A girl thinks her mother’s boss is a prince from a story. HALL

DEC. 28

8 p.m.

My Grown-Up Christmas List: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Kayla Wallace, Kevin McGarry. A journalist and a military man develop a growing bond. HALL

10 p.m.

Open by Christmas: (2021, Romance) Alison Sweeney, Erica Durance. A woman searches for an old secret admirer at Christmastime. HALL

DEC. 29

8 p.m.

The Royal Nanny: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Rachel Skarsten, Dan Jeannotte. An undercover MI5 agent must resist the charms of a prince. HALL

10 p.m.

On the 12th Date of Christmas: (2020, Romance) Mallory Jansen, Tyler Hynes. Two game designers team up to create a scavenger hunt. HALL

DEC. 30

8 p.m.

’Tis the Season to Be Merry: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Rachael Leigh Cook, Travis Van Winkle. A woman finds Christmas cheer with a charismatic aid worker. HALL

10 p.m.

A Royal Corgi Christmas: (2022, Romance) Hunter King, Jordan Renzo. Sparks fly between a prince and a canine behavior expert. HALL

DEC. 31

8 a.m.

We Wish You a Married Christmas: (2022, Romance-Comedy) Marisol Nichols, Kristoffer Polaha. A couple visit a quiet town to reconnect at Christmastime. HALL

10 a.m.

Christmas at the Golden Dragon: (2022, Comedy-Drama) Kara Wang, Osric Chau. Siblings learn their parents are closing their restaurant. HALL

Noon

One Royal Holiday: (2020, Romance) Laura Osnes, Aaron Tveit. Anna offers a mother and son shelter from a blizzard. HALL

6 p.m.

Crown for Christmas: (2015, Romance) Danica McKellar, Rupert Penry-Jones. Sparks fly between a European king and a governess. HALL

7 p.m.

Christmas Cookie Challenge: FOOD

7:13 p.m.

The Family Stone: (2005, Romance-Comedy) Dermot Mulroney, Sarah Jessica Parker. A man introduces his uptight girlfriend to his family. STARZ

8 p.m.

Three Wise Men and a Baby: (2022, Comedy) Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes. Three brothers care for a baby throughout the holidays. HALL

10 p.m.

Christmas at Castle Hart: (2021, Romance-Comedy) Lacey Chabert, Stuart Townsend. A woman hosts a Christmas party at a nobleman’s castle. HALL

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