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A complete listing of Holiday programs for December 2011. Printed by the Aiken Standard.

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ThursdayDecember 1

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Finding John Christmas” (2003, Drama) Peter Falk, Valerie Bertinelli. A woman searches for her brother, a former fireman hero, who disappeared many years ago.8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Gail O’Grady, Robert Mailhouse. A nine-year-old boy enters a contest to find a new husband for his mother.4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “Moonlight and Mistletoe” (2008, Drama) Tom Arnold, Candace Cameron Bure. A woman must return to her hometown of Santaville to help her father.6:00 p.m.(21) FAM Mickey’s Christmas Carol Greedy Scrooge McDuck is visited by the three ghosts of Christmas.(64) HALL Movie “The Town Christmas Forgot” (2010, Family) Lauren Holly, Rick Roberts. An upscale, urban family gets stranded in a remote lumber town two days before Christmas.6:30 p.m.(21) FAM Winnie the Pooh and Christmas Too! Pooh and Piglet play Santa when their Christmas letter doesn’t make it to the North Pole.7:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Judge Reinhold, Tim Allen. When a father inadvertently kills Santa Claus, he is recruited to take his place.8:00 p.m.(8) ABC Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Kris Kringle overcomes an evil ruler and delivers toys to children all over the world.(64) HALL Movie “A Holiday Engagement” (2011, Comedy) Shelley Long, Haylie Duff. A woman hires a man to come home and pretend to be her fiancé over the holidays.8:30 p.m.(22) DISN Movie “Santa Buddies” (2009, Family) Craig Anton, Andrew Astor. Puppy Paws, the son of Santa Paws, forgets the true meaning up Christmas.9:00 p.m.(8) ABC CMA Country Christmas Country’s biggest stars celebrate the holidays with songs and stories to warm your heart.(21) FAM Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Judge Reinhold, Tim Allen. When a father inadvertently kills Santa Claus, he is recruited to take his place.10:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “Finding John Christmas” (2003, Drama) Peter Falk, Valerie Bertinelli. A woman searches for her brother, a former fireman hero, who disappeared many years ago.Midnight(21) FAM Mickey’s Christmas Carol Greedy Scrooge McDuck is visited by the three ghosts of Christmas.12:30 a.m.(21) FAM Winnie the Pooh and Christmas Too! Pooh and Piglet play Santa when their Christmas letter doesn’t make it to the North Pole.2:00 a.m.(63) TBN Movie “Our First Christmas” (2008, Drama) John Ratzenberger, Julie Warner. Two widows try to please their children so the two families can spend Christmas together.3:30 a.m.(63) TBN Casting Crowns Christmas Celebration

FridayDecember 2

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “When Angels Come to Town” (2004, Family) Katey Sagal, Peter Falk. An angel comes to Earth at Christmas to help two very different families in need.8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Town Christmas Forgot” (2010, Family) Lauren Holly, Rick Roberts. An upscale, urban family gets stranded in a remote lumber town two days before Christmas.12:30 p.m.(22) DISN Movie “Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas” (1997, Animated) Voices of Paige O’Hara, Robby Benson. Belle prepares the castle for Christmas while the organ pipe plots to get rid of her.3:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Judge Reinhold, Tim Allen. When a father inadvertently kills Santa Claus, he is recruited to take his place.5:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “Battle of the Bulbs” (2010, Comedy) Daniel Stern, Matt Frewer. Two men compete to see who can make the best Christmas display in the neighborhood.7:00 p.m.(64) HALL Hoops & Yoyo Ruin Christmas A comical pink kitty and a green bunny become accidental stowaways on Santa’s sleigh.7:30 p.m.(21) FAM Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Grinches The Cat in the Hat The Cat in the Hat must save the world from the evil Grinch.(64) HALL Jingle All the Way A Husky puppy looking for a home at a Christmas tree farm bonds with a young boy.8:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey, Taylor Momsen. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa Claus in an effort to steal Christmas from Whoville.(22) DISN Movie “Good Luck Charlie, It’s Christmas!” (2011, Children) Jason Dolley, Bridgit Mendler. The Duncans get separated en route to Palm Springs, and scramble to get reunited.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows, Aren Buchholz. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever.10:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” (2008, Drama) Henry Winkler, Brooke Burns. A single mom who has lost all faith in Christmas finds answers when her uncle visits.10:30 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey, Taylor Momsen. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa Claus in an effort to steal Christmas from Whoville.11:00 p.m.(32) TBS Movie “Surviving Christmas” (2004, Comedy) Ben Affleck, James Gandolfini. A lonely, wealthy executive pays a family to let him spend Christmas with them.Midnight(64) HALL Movie “Farewell Mr. Kringle” (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor, Christopher Wiehl. A journalist writes about a Santa Claus impersonator who lives in a Christmas-themed town.

2:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Note” (2007, Drama) Genie Francis, Ted McGinley. Following a plane crash, a columnist receives a note intended for a victim’s relative.3:00 a.m.(63) TBN The Gospel According to Scrooge A Christian adaptation of ‘A Christmas Carol.’4:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Three Wise Women” (2010, Drama) Fionnula Flanagan, John Rhys-Davies. A woman is visited by her guardian angel, her past self and her future self.

SaturdayDecember 3

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Holiday Engagement” (2011, Comedy) Shelley Long, Haylie Duff. A woman hires a man to come home and pretend to be her fiancé over the holidays.8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Note” (2007, Drama) Genie Francis, Ted McGinley. Following a plane crash, a columnist receives a note intended for a victim’s relative.9:00 a.m.(45) TCM Movie “The Great Rupert” (1950, Comedy) Jimmy Durante, Terry Moore. A man is suspected of being a thief after he finds a large sum of money in his home.10:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Battle of the Bulbs” (2010, Comedy) Daniel Stern, Matt Frewer. Two men compete to see who can make the best Christmas display in the neighborhood.Noon(24) LIFE Movie “The Family Holiday” (2007, Drama) Dave Coulier, Christina Pickles. A pool hustler stands to receive an inheritance if he can prove that he has settled down.(64) HALL Movie “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” (2008, Drama) Henry Winkler, Brooke Burns. A single mom who has lost all faith in Christmas finds answers when her uncle visits.

1:55 p.m.(32) TBS Movie “Surviving Christmas” (2004, Comedy) Ben Affleck, James Gandolfini. A lonely, wealthy executive pays a family to let him spend Christmas with them.2:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Recipe for a Perfect Christmas” (2005, Comedy) Christine Baranski, Bobby Cannavale. A food critic has her holiday season turned upside down when her mother shows up.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows, Aren Buchholz. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever.3:00 p.m.(13) WEBA Christmas With the Celts From Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, ancient Irish and Scottish Christmas carols return.4:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “The Road to Christmas” (2006, Comedy) Clark Gregg, Jennifer Grey. A storm that paralyses the Rocky Mountains leaves a bride’s wedding plans derailed.(64) HALL Movie “A Holiday Engagement” (2011, Comedy) Shelley Long, Haylie Duff. A woman hires a man to come home and pretend to be her fiancé over the holidays.6:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “A Christmas Proposal” (2008, Comedy) Nicole Eggert, Tom Arnold. A lawyer rethinks his proposals to his job and fiancée while rekindling an old romance.(50) ANPL Movie “Hercules Saves Christmas” (2011, Family) Hercules Rossi, Luigi Francis Shorty Rossi. An orphan helps Santa’s pit bull show a down-on-his-luck man find the Christmas spirit.(64) HALL Movie “Farewell Mr. Kringle” (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor, Christopher Wiehl. A journalist writes about a Santa Claus impersonator who lives in a Christmas-themed town.7:00 p.m.(25) TLC Crazy Christmas Lights Go inside the

Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town - Kris Kringle overcomes an evil ruler and delivers toys to children all over the world. ABC (8) December 1st 8pm • FAM (21) December 8th at 8pm • FAM (21) December 9th at 7pm • FAM (21) December 17th at 2pm & 10pm • FAM (21) December 24th at 7pm • FAM (21) December 25th at 11:30am

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homes of America’s most unique, entertaining and wacky decorators.8:00 p.m.(2) (3) NBC Movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” (1946, Drama) Donna Reed, James Stewart. An angel shows a suicidal banker how important he has been in the lives of others.(24) LIFE Movie “Nothing Like the Holidays” (2008, Comedy/Drama) Alfred Molina, Freddy Rodriguez. A Puerto Rican family spends a Christmas together, facing the fact it may be their last.(25) TLC Invasion of the Christmas Lights Visit Christmas lighting enthusiasts and see their glorious and elaborate displays.(60) INSP Movie “The Christmas Secret” (2000, Family) Richard Thomas, Beau Bridges. A zoology professor sets out to prove that reindeers can fly and discovers Christmas.(64) HALL Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Roger Moore, Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas.9:00 p.m.(25) TLC Invasion of the Christmas Lights 3: Europe We criss-cross the European continent to chronicle extreme Christmas lighting enthusiasts.10:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “A Boyfriend for Christmas” (2004, Romance) Kelli Williams, Patrick Muldoon. A girl tells Santa she wants a boyfriend for Christmas and he turns up 19 years later.(25) TLC More Crazy Christmas Lights A search for the best Christmas lights on display from coast to coast.(60) INSP Movie “A Town Without Christmas” (2001, Drama) Patricia Heaton, Peter Falk. A reporter and a novelist try to locate a child who wrote a disturbing letter to Santa.(64) HALL Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Roger Moore, Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas.11:00 p.m.(25) TLC Invasion of the Christmas Lights Visit Christmas lighting enthusiasts and see their glorious and elaborate displays.Midnight(21) FAM Movie “The Nightmare Before Christmas” (1993, Animated) Voices of Catherine O’Hara, Chris Sarandon. The scariest man in Halloween Town kidnaps Santa Claus and tries to take over Christmas.(25) TLC Invasion of the Christmas Lights 3: Europe (63) TBN Movie “Christmas Child” (2003, Drama) William R. Moses, Tonya Bordeaux. A mysterious photograph leads a journalist to the small town of Clearwater, Texas.

(64) HALL Movie “Silver Bells” (2005, Drama) Anne Heche, Tate Donovan. A widower and a young woman help each other to put their painful pasts behind them.(24) LIFE Movie “Nothing Like the Holidays” (2008, Comedy/Drama) Alfred Molina, Freddy Rodriguez. A Puerto Rican family spends a Christmas together, facing the fact it may be their last.1:00 a.m.(25) TLC More Crazy Christmas Lights A search for the best Christmas lights on display from coast to coast.1:15 a.m.(40) CMT Larry The Cable Guy’s Star Studded Christmas Extravaganza Larry hosts a line-up of guests in this special featuring comedy and musical segments.2:00 a.m.(25) TLC Crazy Christmas Lights Go inside the homes of America’s most unique, entertaining and wacky decorators.(64) HALL Movie “A Season for Miracles” (1999, Drama) Laura Dern, Patty Duke. A woman leaves with her sister’s children in an attempt to keep them from foster care.(24) LIFE Movie “A Boyfriend for Christmas” (2004, Romance) Kelli Williams, Patrick Muldoon. A girl tells Santa she wants a boyfriend for Christmas and he turns up 19 years later.3:30 a.m.(13) WEBA Rick Steves’ European Christmas A colorful montage of the holiday’s rich history in places such as Bath, Paris and Oslo.4:00 a.m.(63) TBN Movie “The Perfect Gift” (2009, Drama) Jefferson Moore, Matt Wallace. A teenaged girl has a chance encounter with a man who changes the course of her life.(64) HALL Movie “Anne Tyler’s Saint Maybe” (1998, Drama) Mary-Louise Parker, Thomas McCarthy. A teenager becomes the guardian of three children and looks to religion for forgiveness.

SundayDecember 4

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett, Sarah Paulson. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a young girl.8:00 a.m.(45) TCM Movie “Fitzwilly” (1967, Comedy) Barbara Feldon, Dick Van Dyke. A bankrupt philanthropist’s butler robs from the rich so that she can give to the poor.(64) HALL Movie “A Dog Named Christmas” (2009, Family) Bruce Greenwood, Linda Emond.

A developmentally challenged man convinces his family to adopt a dog for Christmas.10:00 a.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Together Again for the First Time” (2008, Drama) David Ogden Stiers, Julia Duffy. The holidays threaten to expose secrets when a blended family gets together for Christmas.(45) TCM Movie “The Bishop’s Wife” (1947, Comedy) (64) HALL Jingle All the Way A Husky puppy looking for a home at a Christmas tree farm bonds with a young boy.10:30 a.m.(64) HALL Hoops & Yoyo Ruin Christmas A comical pink kitty and a green bunny become accidental stowaways on Santa’s sleigh.11:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Season for Miracles” (1999, Drama) Laura Dern, Patty Duke. A woman leaves with her sister’s children in an attempt to keep them from foster care.Noon(24) LIFE Movie “Will You Merry Me?” (2008, Comedy/Drama) Wendie Malick, Tommy Lioutas. An engaged couple must meet the in-laws, as well as becoming immersed in the holidays.1:00 p.m.(60) INSP Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman Dr. Mike begins to wonder what happened to the true

meaning of Christmas.1:15 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “Silver Bells” (2005, Drama) Anne Heche, Tate Donovan. A widower and a young woman help each other to put their painful pasts behind them.2:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “A Christmas Wedding” (2006, Comedy/Drama) Dean Cain, Eric Mabius. Emily and Ben’s perfect Christmas wedding is about to fall apart; Emily becomes stranded.3:00 p.m.(60) INSP Movie “A Town Without Christmas” (2001, Drama) Patricia Heaton, Peter Falk. A reporter and a novelist try to locate a child who wrote a disturbing letter to Santa.3:30 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Dog Named Christmas” (2009, Family) Bruce Greenwood, Linda Emond. A developmentally challenged man convinces his family to adopt a dog for Christmas.4:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Under the Mistletoe” (2006, Family) Michael Shanks, Jaime Ray Newman. A local radio station takes over Susan’s love life after an innocent call from her son.5:45 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett, Sarah Paulson. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and

Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey, Taylor Momsen. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa Claus in an effort to steal Christmas from Whoville. FAM (21) December 2nd 8pm & 10:30pm • FAM (21) December 13th at 8pm & 10:30pm • FAM (21) December 23rd at 8pm & 10:30pm • FAM (21) December 24th at 8:30pm

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Christmas moments for a young girl.6:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Undercover Christmas” (2003, Comedy/Drama) Jami Gertz, Tyne Daly. A FBI agent meets a free-spirited cocktail waitress when he is hired to protect her.7:30 p.m.(22) DISN So Random! MC Grammer raps about Christmas and introduces Dr. Dreidel; Becky has a wonderful life.8:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Dear Santa” (2011, Drama) Amy Acker, Gina Holden. A young woman finds a letter from a girl asking for a new wife for her dad.8:30 p.m.(22) DISN Movie “Good Luck Charlie, It’s Christmas!” (2011, Children) Jason Dolley, Bridgit Mendler. The Duncans get separated en route to Palm Springs, and scramble to get reunited.10:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Nothing Like the Holidays” (2008, Comedy/Drama) Alfred Molina, Freddy Rodriguez. A Puerto Rican family spends a Christmas together, facing the fact it may be their last.(63) TBN Movie “Mary and Joseph: A Story of Faith” (1979, Religious) Blanche Baker, Lloyd Bochner. Examine the courtship of Mary and Joseph and their early life before Jesus was born.Midnight(60) INSP Movie “The Perfect Gift” (2009, Drama) Jefferson Moore, Matt Wallace. A teenaged girl has a chance encounter with a man who changes the course of her life.(24) LIFE Movie “Dear Santa” (2011, Drama) Amy Acker, Gina Holden. A young woman finds a letter from a girl asking for a new wife for her dad.2:00 a.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Nothing Like the Holidays” (2008, Comedy/Drama) Alfred Molina, Freddy Rodriguez. A Puerto Rican family spends a Christmas together, facing the fact it may be their last.3:00 a.m.(63) TBN Christmas in My Heart A warm, inspirational holiday even featuring pianist Jim Brickman and tenor, Larry Ford.5:00 a.m.(63) TBN Christmas at Maxwell’s

MondayDecember 5

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Santa Suit” (2010, Comedy) Kevin Sorbo, Jennifer Gibson. The president of a marketing firm is turned into a Santa lookalike.8:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams(64) HALL Movie “The Good Witch’s Gift” (2010, Family) Catherine Bell, Chris Potter. As Cassie and Jake rush to plan their Christmas Eve wedding, they run into trouble.10:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Santa Suit” (2010, Comedy) Kevin Sorbo, Jennifer Gibson. The president of a marketing firm is turned into a Santa lookalike.6:00 p.m.(21) FAM Rudolph’s Shiny New Year Rudolph must find Happy, the New Year baby, before midnight on New Year’s Eve.(64) HALL Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Judge Reinhold, Tim Allen. When

a father inadvertently kills Santa Claus, he is recruited to take his place.8:00 p.m.(2) (3) NBC The Sing-Off A compilation of holiday and inspiring songs sung by the winners from the last seasons.(8) ABC A Charlie Brown Christmas Charlie Brown and his Peanut pal, Linus, search for the true meaning of Christmas.(24) LIFE Movie “Holiday Switch” (2007, Drama) Nicole Eggert, Maya Ritter. A woman wonders what her life would be like if she married her high school boyfriend.(44) AMC Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1984, Drama) George C. Scott, Nigel Davenport. An old man who hates Christmas is taught its true meaning and spirit by three ghosts.(46) FMC Movie “Miracle on 34th Street” (1994, Drama) Elizabeth Perkins, Lord Richard Attenborough. A young girl’s mother hires a department store Santa who proves that he’s genuine.(64) HALL Movie “The Good Witch’s Gift” (2010, Family) Catherine Bell, Chris Potter. As Cassie and Jake rush to plan their Christmas Eve wedding, they run into trouble.8:30 p.m.(8) ABC Prep and Landing 2: Naughty vs. Nice(21) FAM Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.(22) DISN Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen, Marin Short. As Santa prepares for a busy Christmas, the mischievous Jack Frost works as his assistant.9:45 p.m.(45) TCM Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1938, Drama) Gene Lockhart, Reginald Owen. Ebeneezer Scrooge learns a lesson in charity after a visit from three spirits.10:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Dear Santa” (2011, Drama) Amy Acker, Gina Holden. A young woman finds a letter from a girl asking for a new wife for her dad.(46) FMC Movie “Miracle on 34th Street” (1994, Drama) Elizabeth Perkins, Lord Richard Attenborough. A young girl’s mother hires a department store Santa who proves that he’s genuine.(64) HALL Movie “The Three Gifts” (2009, Drama) Dean Cain, Jean Louisa Kelly. A couple houses three orphan boys over the holidays as their orphanage gets renovated.10:30 p.m.(21) FAM Mickey’s Christmas Carol Greedy Scrooge McDuck is visited by the three ghosts of Christmas.(44) AMC Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1984, Drama) George C. Scott, Nigel Davenport. An old man who hates Christmas is taught its true meaning and spirit by three ghosts.Midnight(24) LIFE Movie “Holiday Switch” (2007, Drama) Nicole Eggert, Maya Ritter. A woman wonders what her life would be like if she married her high school boyfriend.1:00 a.m.(63) TBN A Christian Ebner Christmas2:00 a.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Dear Santa” (2011, Drama) Amy Acker, Gina Holden.4:00 a.m.(63) TBN Nativity: The Art and Spirit of the Creche Theologians and collectors highlight the history, art and spirituality of the crèche.

TuesdayDecember 6

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Night Before The Night Before Christmas” (2010, Family) Jennifer Beals, Rick Roberts. Santa Claus loses his memory and his magical bag two days before Christmas.7:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Judge Reinhold, Tim Allen. When a father inadvertently kills Santa Claus, he is recruited to take his place.9:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams2:00 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (1991, Comedy/Drama) Harley Jane Kozak, Jamey Sheridan. A divorced couple’s two children scheme to get them back together for Christmas.3:15 p.m.(40) CMT Extreme Makeover: Home Edition The team with special guests return to visit with the families that they have helped.4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Three Gifts” (2009, Drama) Dean Cain, Jean Louisa Kelly. A couple houses three orphan boys over the holidays as their orphanage gets renovated.5:30 p.m.(40) CMT Extreme Makeover: Home Edition The team with special guests return to visit with the families that they have helped.6:00 p.m.(21) FAM ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas The citizens of a small town learn that Santa has struck their town off his delivery list.(64) HALL Movie “A Carol Christmas” (2003, Drama) Dinah Manoff, Tori Spelling. An egomaniacal TV talk show host is given a chance at redemption on Christmas Eve.6:30 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.8:00 p.m.(2) (3) NBC A Michael Bublé Christmas Michael Bublé in his first ever holiday variety special ‘A Michael Bublé Christmas’.(44) AMC Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1984, Drama) George C. Scott, Nigel Davenport. An old man who hates Christmas is taught its true meaning and spirit by three ghosts.(45) TCM Movies: Merry Christmas(54) SYFY Eureka A color wave washes over Eureka, leaving the entire town animated.(64) HALL Movie “The Night Before The Night Before Christmas” (2010, Family) Jennifer Beals, Rick Roberts. Santa Claus loses his memory and his magical bag two days before Christmas.8:30 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York” (1992, Comedy) Joe Pesci, Macaulay Culkin. A boy finds himself all alone in New York City and sets out to foil two bumbling burglars.(22) DISN Movie “The Nightmare Before Christmas” (1993, Animated) Voices of Catherine O’Hara, Chris Sarandon. The scariest man in Halloween Town kidnaps Santa Claus and tries to take over Christmas.9:00 p.m.(45) TCM Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley. It’s the 1940s and Ralphie is afraid Santa will not bring him a much desired air rifle.

(64) HALL Movie “Mistletoe Over Manhattan” (2011, Family) Tricia Helfer, Greg Bryk. When Santa considers retirement, Mrs. Claus tries to prove that his work still brings joy.10:30 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1984, Drama) George C. Scott, Nigel Davenport. An old man who hates Christmas is taught its true meaning and spirit by three ghosts.11:00 p.m.(45) TCM Movies: Merry ChristmasMidnight(45) TCM Movie “Miracle on 34th Street” (1947, Family) Maureen O’Hara, Natalie Wood. A Macy’s store Santa Claus raises eyebrows when he claims to be the real Kris Kringle.2:00 a.m.(45) TCM Movie “Meet Me in St. Louis” (1944, Musical) Judy Garland, Margaret O’Brien. A man’s family members oppose moving from turn-of-the-century St. Louis to New York.(63) TBN Movie “A Christmas Snow” (2010, Drama) Danny Cahill, Hannah Cowan. Christmas has not been the same for a young woman since her father left.4:00 a.m.(45) TCM Movie “Tenth Avenue Angel” (1948, Drama) Angela Lansbury, George Murphy. A sweet child living in ghastly New York tenements influences a gangster to go straight.(63) TBN TBN Christmas Card5:30 a.m.(45) TCM Movies: Merry Christmas

WednesdayDecember 7

6:00 a.m.(63) TBN Thomas Kinkade Christmas(64) HALL Movie “Battle of the Bulbs” (2010, Comedy) Daniel Stern, Matt Frewer. Two men

Movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” (1946, Drama) Donna Reed, James Stewart. Jimmy Stewart portrays downtrodden banker George Bailey in one of Hollywood’s most beloved holiday films, in “It’s a Wonderful Life.” Facing financial ruin on Christmas Eve, Bailey contemplates suicide and wishes he’d never been born. When Clarence, a guardian angel hoping to earn his wings, shows Bailey what life in Bedford Falls would be like without him, he realizes what a wonderful life he truly has. Also starring Donna Reed, Henry Travers and Lionel Barrymore, this Frank Capra film flopped at the box office at the time of its release, but is now considered a Yuletide classic.NBC (2) (3) December 3rd at 8pm

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compete to see who can make the best Christmas display in the neighborhood.8:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams(64) HALL Movie “A Carol Christmas” (2003, Drama) Dinah Manoff, Tori Spelling. An egomaniacal TV talk show host is given a chance at redemption on Christmas Eve.11:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe JamsNoon(44) AMC Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (1991, Comedy/Drama) Harley Jane Kozak, Jamey Sheridan. A divorced couple’s two children scheme to get them back together for Christmas.1:00 p.m.(13) WEBA Caillou Caillou goes caroling with Mommy, Daddy and the rest as he celebrates winter.2:15 p.m.(40) CMT Extreme Makeover: Home Edition The team with special guests return to visit with the families that they have helped.4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “Mistletoe Over Manhattan” (2011, Family) Tricia Helfer, Greg Bryk. When Santa considers retirement, Mrs. Claus tries to prove that his work still brings joy.6:00 p.m.(21) FAM A Very Pink Christmas The Pink Panther searches for the meaning of Christmas while selling trees.(64) HALL Movie “Battle of the Bulbs” (2010, Comedy) Daniel Stern, Matt Frewer. Two men compete to see who can make the best Christmas display in the neighborhood.6:30 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York” (1992, Comedy) Joe Pesci, Macaulay Culkin. A boy finds himself all alone in New York City and sets out to foil two bumbling burglars.7:30 p.m.(52) TOON Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas The story of the Grinch, who decides to steal Christmas from the citizens of Whoville.8:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “An Accidental Christmas” (2007, Drama) Cynthia Gibb, David Millbern. Two children formulate a plan to bring their separated parents together over the holidays.(44) AMC Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1984, Drama) George C. Scott, Nigel Davenport. An old man who hates Christmas is taught its true meaning and spirit by three ghosts.(52) TOON Tom and Jerry: A Nutcracker Tale A Tom and Jerry twist to the enchanted story of the Nutcracker.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows, Aren

Buchholz. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever.8:30 p.m.(22) DISN Movie “The Ultimate Christmas Present” (2000, Comedy) Bill Fagerbakke, Peter Scolari. Two 12-year-old girls stumble upon a mysterious device that changes the weather.9:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Beverly D’Angelo, Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays.10:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Comfort and Joy” (2003, Romance) Dixie Carter, Nancy McKeon. A career woman is knocked unconscious on Christmas Eve and wakes up as a stay-at-home mom.(64) HALL Movie “Farewell Mr. Kringle” (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor, Christopher Wiehl. A journalist writes about a Santa Claus impersonator who lives in a Christmas-themed town.10:30 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1984, Drama) George C. Scott, Nigel Davenport. An old man who hates Christmas is taught its true meaning and spirit by three ghosts.(24) LIFE Movie “An Accidental Christmas” (2007, Drama) Cynthia Gibb, David Millbern. Two children formulate a plan to bring their separated parents together over the holidays.2:00 a.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Comfort and Joy” (2003, Romance) Dixie Carter, Nancy McKeon. A career woman is knocked unconscious on Christmas Eve and wakes up as a stay-at-home mom.3:30 a.m.(63) TBN Christmas in the Park4:00 a.m.(63) TBN Movie “Mary and Joseph: A Story of Faith” (1979, Religious) Blanche Baker, Lloyd Bochner. Examine the courtship of Mary and Joseph and their early life before Jesus was born.

ThursdayDecember 8

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Note” (2007, Drama) Genie Francis, Ted McGinley. Following a plane crash, a columnist receives a note intended for a victim’s relative.7:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows, Aren Buchholz. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever.

10:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams11:30 a.m.(13) WEBA WordWorld Duck tries to lasso a star from the sky to give to Frog for his Christmas tree.4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “Farewell Mr. Kringle” (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor, Christopher Wiehl. A journalist writes about a Santa Claus impersonator who lives in a Christmas-themed town.6:00 p.m.(21) FAM Jack Frost Jack Frost wants to leave his North Pole existence and become human.(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Choir” (2008, Drama) Jason Gedrick, Rhea Perlman. A workaholic rediscovers the joys of life through a homeless man and music.7:00 p.m.(21) FAM Frosty’s Winter Wonderland The children build Frosty a companion out of snow after noticing how sad he has become.7:30 p.m.(21) FAM Cranberry Christmas With the help of Maggie and her Granny, it’s up to Mr. Whiskers to save Christmas day.8:00 p.m.(21) FAM Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Kris Kringle overcomes an evil ruler and delivers toys to children all over the world.

(29) HGTV Celebrity Holiday Homes Three interior designers create holiday décor for celebrity guests.(40) CMT Movie “Unlikely Angel” (1996, Comedy) Dolly Parton, Roddy McDowall. A singer unexpectedly dies in an accident but must help others before entering Heaven.8:30 p.m.(22) DISN Movie “Good Luck Charlie, It’s Christmas!” (2011, Children) Jason Dolley, Bridgit Mendler. The Duncans get separated en route to Palm Springs, and scramble to get reunited.9:00 p.m.(21) FAM The Year Without a Santa Claus Santa decides to take time off because he feels people have lost the spirit of Christmas.(54) SYFY Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) James Caan, Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.10:00 p.m.(21) FAM A Miser Brothers Christmas It’s up to brothers Heat Miser and Snow Miser to come together and help save Christmas.(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Card” (2006, Drama) Edward Asner, John Newton. Moved by an anonymous Christmas card, Captain Cody Cullen searches for the card’s sender.(63) TBN TAJCI: Christmas Concert

A Charlie Brown Christmas - While many complain Christmas is much too commercial, Charlie Brown and the gang step in to remind viewers what the holiday season is really all about. First broadcast in 1965, this classic animated special follows Charlie as he searches for true meaning beneath the tinsel and twinkling lights, in “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Discouraged, he seeks advice from Lucy, who urges him to direct the school play. Thanks to his friend Linus and a small baby tree, Charlie realizes the spirit of Christmas doesn’t come in a shiny wrapped package, but exists in the hearts of all who believe. ABC (8) December 5th at 8pm • ABC (8) December 15th at 8pm

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3:00 a.m.(63) TBN Movie “Christmas Child” (2003, Drama) William R. Moses, Tonya Bordeaux. A mysterious photograph leads a journalist to the small town of Clearwater, Texas.4:30 a.m.(63) TBN Casting Crowns Christmas Celebration5:30 a.m.(63) TBN Tis the Season An elderly woman helps a family in need during Christmas.

FridayDecember 9

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Choir” (2008, Drama) Jason Gedrick, Rhea Perlman. A workaholic rediscovers the joys of life through a homeless man and music.6:15 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Christmas Visitor” (2002, Drama) Dean McDermott, Meredith Baxter. A visitor enters the lives of grieving parents to help them remember the joy of Christmas.9:15 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Card” (2006, Drama) Edward Asner, John Newton. Moved by an anonymous Christmas card, Captain Cody Cullen searches for the card’s sender.6:00 p.m.(21) FAM The Year Without a Santa Claus Santa decides to take time off because he feels people have lost the spirit of Christmas.(54) SYFY Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) James Caan, Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.(64) HALL Movie “A Christmas Wedding Tail” (2011, Comedy) Shawn Ardalan, Brown Ariana. Two dog owners owners fall in love and it’s up to the pets to perform a Christmas miracle.7:00 p.m.(21) FAM Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Kris Kringle overcomes an evil ruler and delivers toys to children all over the world.8:00 p.m.(5) CBS Frosty the Snowman Pursued by a greedy magician and rising temperatures, Frosty sets off for the North Pole.(19) TNT Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Reese Witherspoon, Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents.(21) FAM Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Judge Reinhold, Tim Allen. When

a father inadvertently kills Santa Claus, he is recruited to take his place.(64) HALL Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Roger Moore, Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas.8:30 p.m.(5) CBS Frosty Returns A little girl tries to keep Frosty from melting when a snow-removing spray is invented.9:00 p.m.(5) CBS Yes, Virginia The heart-warming tale of a little girl who wants to know if Santa Claus really exists.(22) DISN Jessie Jessie has to shop for the kids’ presents when Christina and Morgan are caught in a storm.9:30 p.m.(5) CBS The Elf on the Shelf: An Elf’s Story Elves from the North Pole help Santa determine who is put on the naughty and nice lists.9:55 p.m.(19) TNT Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Reese Witherspoon, Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents.10:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen, Marin Short. As Santa prepares for a busy Christmas, the mischievous Jack Frost works as his assistant.(64) HALL Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Gail O’Grady, Robert Mailhouse. A nine-year-old boy enters a contest to find a new husband for his mother.11:00 p.m.(32) TBS Movie “This Christmas” (2007, Comedy) Delroy Lindo, Idris Elba. A drama centered around the Whitfield family’s first holiday together in four years.(60) INSP Movie “The Man Who Saved Christmas” (2002, Family) Jason Alexander, Kelly Rowan. A disillusioned toy maker must save the day when Congress threatens to cancel Christmas.Midnight(21) FAM A Miser Brothers Christmas It’s up to brothers Heat Miser and Snow Miser to come together and help save Christmas.(64) HALL Movie “A Christmas Wedding Tail” (2011, Comedy) Shawn Ardalan, Brown Ariana. Two dog owners owners fall in love and it’s up to the pets to perform a Christmas miracle.2:00 a.m.(63) TBN Thomas Kinkade Christmas(64) HALL Movie “Eve’s Christmas” (2004, Drama) Cheryl Ladd, Elisa Donovan. An executive about to become a partner in her firm re-evaluates her life on Christmas Eve.

3:00 a.m.(63) TBN A Christian Ebner Christmas3:30 a.m.(63) TBN Christmas Visitor4:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Christmas Visitor” (2002, Drama) Dean McDermott, Meredith Baxter. A visitor enters the lives of grieving parents to help them remember the joy of Christmas.

SaturdayDecember 10

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Our First Christmas” (2008, Drama) John Ratzenberger, Julie Warner. Two widows try to please their children so the two families can spend Christmas together.7:15 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams7:30 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Snow” (2004, Family) Jackie Burroughs, Tom Cavanagh. A young man with a toy delivery business sets out to rescue a reindeer before Christmas.8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” (2008, Drama) Henry Winkler, Brooke Burns. A single mom who has lost all faith in Christmas finds answers when her uncle visits.8:45 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams9:00 a.m.(45) TCM Movie “Bush Christmas” (1947, Drama) Chips Rafferty, John Fernside. On their way home from school five children encounter horse thieves.9:30 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Snow 2: Brain Freeze” (2008, Family) Tom Cavanagh, Ashley Williams. In the rush for preparing for Christmas, Santa loses his memory and forgets who he is.10:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Eve’s Christmas” (2004, Drama) Cheryl Ladd, Elisa Donovan. An executive about to become a partner in her firm re-evaluates her life on Christmas Eve.Noon(24) LIFE Movie “Christmas Child” (2003, Drama) William R. Moses, Tonya Bordeaux. A mysterious photograph leads a journalist to the small town of Clearwater, Texas.(52) TOON Olive, the Other Reindeer Olive hears the tragic news on the radio that Blitzen the reindeer has been injured.(64) HALL Movie “An Old Fashioned Christmas” (2010, Drama) Jacqueline Bisset. While in Ireland, Isabella hopes her long-ago suitor will help Tilly get published.

1:00 p.m.(33) USA Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) James Caan, Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.2:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Unaccompanied Minors” (2006, Comedy) Lewis Black, Wilmer Valderrama. A group of strangers that have been snowed in at the local airport make the best of it.(24) LIFE Movie “Thomas Kinkade’s Home for Christmas” (2008, Drama) Marcia Gay Harden, Jared Padalecki. A look at the inspiration behind Thomas Kinkade’s painting The Christmas Cottage.(64) HALL Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Roger Moore, Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she

A Michael Bublé Christmas - Grammy-winning crooner Michael Buble shows off his vocal stylings as host of this Christmas variety special, in “A Michael Buble Christmas.” The Canadian singer has been a Yuletide favorite since the release of his 2003 holiday album “Let It Snow,” and he’s still going strong with this year’s “Christmas.” He’ll perform some hits from the new holiday release, and welcomes fellow celebs Justin Bieber and Kellie Pickler to the stage. The one-hour program also features sketch comedy segments, including one with Oscar the Grouch, who offers his opinions on the holidays. NBC (2) (3) December 6th at 8pm

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visits England for Christmas.3:45 p.m.(40) CMT Movie “Unlikely Angel” (1996, Comedy) Dolly Parton, Roddy McDowall. A singer unexpectedly dies in an accident but must help others before entering Heaven.4:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Jack Frost” (1998, Family) Kelly Preston, Michael Keaton. After his death, a father comes back as a snowman and must put things right with his son.(24) LIFE Movie “Noel” (2004, Drama) Paul Walker, Susan Sarandon. Five separate New Yorkers cross paths on Christmas Eve, each seeking their own miracle.(64) HALL Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Gail O’Grady, Robert Mailhouse. A nine-year-old boy enters a contest to find a new husband for his mother.6:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Judge Reinhold, Tim Allen. When a father inadvertently kills Santa Claus, he is recruited to take his place.(24) LIFE Movie “Home By Christmas” (2006, Drama) Julian Franco, Benjamin Salisbury. When a woman’s perfect life is shattered, she struggles to create a new life for herself.(64) HALL Movie “Moonlight and Mistletoe” (2008, Drama) Tom Arnold, Candace Cameron Bure. A woman must return to her hometown of Santaville to help her father.7:00 p.m.(25) TLC More Crazy Christmas Lights A search for the best Christmas lights on display from coast to coast.8:00 p.m.(5) CBS Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer A young reindeer and a misfit elf search for a place where they will be accepted.(19) TNT Movie “Fred Claus” (2007, Comedy) Paul Giamatti, Vince Vaughn. Santa bails his criminal brother out of jail and brings him to the North Pole.(21) FAM Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen, Marin Short. As Santa prepares for a busy Christmas, the mischievous Jack Frost works as his assistant.(22) DISN Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.(24) LIFE Movie “A Nanny for Christmas” (2010, Comedy) Dean Cain, Emmanuelle Vaugier. An advertising executive loses her job at a powerful firm just before the holidays.(25) TLC Invasion of the Christmas Lights 3: Europe We criss-cross the European continent to chronicle extreme Christmas lighting enthusiasts.

(60) INSP Movie “The Man Who Saved Christmas” (2002, Family) Jason Alexander, Kelly Rowan. A disillusioned toy maker must save the day when Congress threatens to cancel Christmas.(64) HALL Movie “Annie Claus is Coming to Town” (2011, Family) Sam Page, Maria Thayer. Santa’s daughter Annie Claus travels to Los Angeles in search of love.(23) GAC Holiday Notes From Home Christmas songs; military families send holiday greetings to loved ones serving overseas.9:00 p.m.(5) CBS The Flight Before Christmas A reindeer yearns to fly just like his dad whom he believes is a member of Santa’s fleet.(54) SYFY Movie “Snowmageddon” (2011, Horror) Magda Apanowicz, Jeffrey Ballard. An enchanted snow globe makes bad things happen when shaken.10:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Beverly D’Angelo, Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays.(24) LIFE Movie “Home for the Holidays” (2005, Drama) Sean Young, Lucia Walters. An aunt agrees to take in three orphaned children after their parents die in an accident.(25) TLC Invasion of the Christmas Lights Visit Christmas lighting enthusiasts and see their glorious and elaborate displays.(60) INSP Movie “The Christmas Box” (1995, Family) Annette O’Toole, Richard Thomas. A family learns the true meaning of Christmas after caring for a stubborn elderly widow.(64) HALL Movie “Annie Claus is Coming to Town” (2011, Family) Sam Page, Maria Thayer. Santa’s daughter Annie Claus travels to Los Angeles in search of love.10:30 p.m.(19) TNT Movie “Fred Claus” (2007, Comedy) Paul Giamatti, Vince Vaughn. Santa bails his criminal brother out of jail and brings him to the North Pole.11:00 p.m.(25) TLC Invasion of the Christmas Lights 3: Europe We criss-cross the European continent to chronicle extreme Christmas lighting enthusiasts.(33) USA Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) James Caan, Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.Midnight(21) FAM Movie “Jack Frost” (1998, Family) Kelly Preston, Michael Keaton. After his death, a father comes back as a snowman and must put things right with his son.

(25) TLC Extreme Christmas Trees Captures the anticipation, excitement and joy embodied by the ultimate Christmas icon.(64) HALL Movie “Moonlight and Mistletoe” (2008, Drama) Tom Arnold, Candace Cameron Bure. A woman must return to her hometown of Santaville to help her father.(24) LIFE Movie “A Nanny for Christmas” (2010, Comedy) Dean Cain, Emmanuelle Vaugier. An advertising executive loses her job at a powerful firm just before the holidays.1:00 a.m.(54) SYFY Movie “Snowmageddon” (2011, Horror) Magda Apanowicz, Jeffrey Ballard. An enchanted snow globe makes bad things happen when shaken.1:30 a.m.(63) TBN Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson, Aline Andrade. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children.(64) HALL Movie “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” (2008, Drama) Henry Winkler, Brooke Burns. A single mom who has lost all faith in Christmas finds answers when her uncle visits.(24) LIFE Movie “Home for the Holidays” (2005, Drama) Sean Young, Lucia Walters. An aunt agrees to take in three orphaned children after their parents die in an accident.

3:00 a.m.(63) TBN Donnie McClurken Christmas4:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Our First Christmas” (2008, Drama) John Ratzenberger, Julie Warner. Two widows try to please their children so the two families can spend Christmas together.

SundayDecember 11

6:00 a.m.(45) TCM Movie “Never Say Goodbye” (1946, Comedy) Eleanor Parker, Errol Flynn. The daughter of a calendar artist tries to get her divorce-bound parents back together.(64) HALL Movie “What I Did For Love” (2006, Comedy) Jonny Acker, Sean Andrews. An attorney must survive the rigors of country life as well as his future father-in-law.6:45 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams7:00 a.m.(28) TRAV Disney Holiday Magic With Samantha Brown Samantha Brown discovers an amazing menu of holiday festivities.7:30 a.m.(21) FAM A Very Pink Christmas The Pink Panther searches for the meaning of Christmas while selling trees.

Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Beverly D’Angelo, Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. FAM (21) December 7th at 9pm • FAM (21) December 10th at 10pm • FAM (21) December 12th at 9pm • FAM (21) December 23rd at 6pm • FAM (21) December 25th at 10pm

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8:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Once Upon a Christmas” (2000, Family) John Dye, Kathy Ireland. Santa’s daughters must infuse a family with holiday spirit or lose Christmas forever.(64) HALL Movie “The Town Christmas Forgot” (2010, Family) Lauren Holly, Rick Roberts. An upscale, urban family gets stranded in a remote lumber town two days before Christmas.9:15 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams10:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Twice Upon a Christmas” (2001, Family) John Dye, Kathy Ireland. Santa’s daughter, Kristin Claus, has lost her memory and does not know who her father is.(45) TCM Movie “Christmas in Connecticut” (1945, Comedy/Drama) Barbara Stanwyck, Dennis Morgan. A promotional stunt threatens to expose a columnist’s fictitious housekeeping skills.(64) HALL Movie “The Santa Incident” (2010, Family) James Cosmo, Michael McElhatton. Santa is marooned in a small town when his sleigh is mistaken for a UFO.11:00 a.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Holiday in Your Heart” (1997, Drama) Bernadette Peters, LeAnn Rimes. A newcomer to country music must decide between her career and her beloved grandmother.Noon(21) FAM Movie “Snowglobe” (2007, Family) Lorraine Bracco, Christina Milian. A mystical snow globe transports Angela into an idyllic Christmas winter wonderland.(64) HALL Movie “The Case for Christmas” (2011, Comedy/Drama) Rachel Blanchard, Amanda Barker. A lawyer and recent widower takes Santa on as a client and lets love into his life again.1:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “A Holiday to Remember” (1995, Family) Connie Sellecca, Randy Travis. A divorced woman returns home for the holidays and rediscovers her first love.(60) INSP Movie “A Wind at My Back Christmas” (2001, Family) Dylan Provencher, Tyrone Savage. Wartime tensions find their way into the heart of New Bedford as Christmas draws near.2:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Santa Baby” (2006, Comedy) George Wendt, Jenny McCarthy. Santa’s daughter, Mary Class, tries to makeover Christmas when her father gets sick.(64) HALL Movie “Annie Claus is Coming to Town” (2011, Family) Sam Page, Maria Thayer. Santa’s daughter Annie Claus travels to Los

Angeles in search of love.3:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Christmas in Paradise” (2007, Family) Charlotte Ross, Colin Ferguson. Two families take a vacation to an exotic Caribbean island over Christmas.(60) INSP Movie “The Christmas Box” (1995, Family) Annette O’Toole, Richard Thomas. A family learns the true meaning of Christmas after caring for a stubborn elderly widow.4:00 p.m.(8) ABC CMA Country Christmas Country’s biggest stars celebrate the holidays with songs and stories to warm your heart.(21) FAM Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen, Marin Short. As Santa prepares for a busy Christmas, the mischievous Jack Frost works as his assistant.4:35 p.m.(19) TNT Movie “Fred Claus” (2007, Comedy) Paul Giamatti, Vince Vaughn. Santa bails his criminal brother out of jail and brings him to the North Pole.5:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “The Holiday” (2006, Romance) Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet. Two women with romance issues swap homes and fall for men in their new neighbourhoods.6:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Holiday in Handcuffs” (2007, Comedy) Mario Lopez, Melissa Joan Hart. A woman kidnaps a handsome guy to take home to her parents during the Christmas holidays.(64) HALL Movie “The Town Christmas Forgot” (2010, Family) Lauren Holly, Rick Roberts. An upscale, urban family gets stranded in a remote lumber town two days before Christmas.7:00 p.m.(23) GAC Holiday Notes From Home Christmas songs; military families send holiday greetings to loved ones serving overseas.7:05 p.m.(19) TNT Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Reese Witherspoon, Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents.8:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “12 Dates of Christmas” (2011, Comedy) Amy Smart, Mark-Paul Gosselaar. A young woman relives the same first date on Christmas Eve over and over again.(24) LIFE Movie “On Strike for Christmas” (2010, Family) Daphne Zuniga, David Sutcliffe. A mother goes on strike when all her family takes her for granted at Christmas time.(29) HGTV White House Christmas 2011(48) BET A Very BET Christmas BET brings together a stellar line-up of the hottest talent to

celebrate the season.(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Pageant” (2011, Comedy) Melissa Gilbert, Edward Herrman. An overbearing theater director begrudgingly takes a job directing a Christmas pageant.10:00 p.m.(19) TNT Movie “Call Me Claus” (2011, Family) Victor Garber, Whoopi Goldberg. Santa Claus is facing forced retirement and must find a replacement by Christmas Eve.(21) FAM Movie “12 Dates of Christmas” (2011, Comedy) Amy Smart, Mark-Paul Gosselaar. A young woman relives the same first date on Christmas Eve over and over again.(24) LIFE Movie “A Nanny for Christmas” (2010, Comedy) Dean Cain, Emmanuelle Vaugier. An advertising executive loses her job at a powerful firm just before the holidays.(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Pageant” (2011, Comedy) Melissa Gilbert, Edward Herrman. An overbearing theater director begrudgingly takes a job directing a Christmas pageant.11:00 p.m.(29) HGTV White House Christmas 2011

Midnight(60) INSP Movie “A Wind at My Back Christmas” (2001, Family) Dylan Provencher, Tyrone Savage. Wartime tensions find their way into the heart of New Bedford as Christmas draws near.(63) TBN Movie “Christmas Child” (2003, Drama) William R. Moses, Tonya Bordeaux. A mysterious photograph leads a journalist to the small town of Clearwater, Texas.(24) LIFE Movie “On Strike for Christmas” (2010, Family) Daphne Zuniga, David Sutcliffe. A mother goes on strike when all her family takes her for granted at Christmas time.(63) TBN Annie Moses Band Christmas Special2:00 a.m.(29) HGTV White House Christmas 2011(24) LIFE Movie “A Nanny for Christmas” (2010, Comedy) Dean Cain, Emmanuelle Vaugier. An advertising executive loses her job at a powerful firm just before the holidays.2:30 a.m.(63) TBN Thomas Kinkade Christmas3:00 a.m.(19) TNT Movie “Christmas in Connecticut” (1992, Comedy) Dyan Cannon, Kris Kristofferson.

Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) James Caan, Will Ferrell. Will Ferrell pokes fun at the lighter side of the holidays in a Christmas comedy with real heart. The “Saturday Night Live” alum portrays Buddy, an average-sized person who was raised as an elf after he climbed into Santa’s toy bag as an infant. However, living at the North Pole is tough for Buddy because of his size and he soon learns he’s really a human, not an elf, in “Elf.” Hilarious holiday hijinks ensue when Buddy decides to return to the place of his birth – New York City – in the hopes of finding his real family. Ed Asner, Bob Newhart and James Caan also star. SYFY (54) December 8th at 9pm • SYFY (54) December 9th at 6pm • USA (33) December 10th at 1pm • USA (33) December 12th at 11pm & 2am • USA (33) December 16th at 9pm • USA (33) December 17th at 11am • USA (33) December 18th at 4pm & 11pm • USA (33) December 21st at 9pm • FAM (21) December 21st at 9pm • USA (33) December 25th at 8pm & 9:30pm • FAM (21) December 31st at midnight

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A TV personality hosts a country Christmas for a national hero in order to boost ratings.(29) HGTV White House Christmas 2011(63) TBN Fort Lauderdale Christmas Pageant This festival features familiar carols and a concert of inspirational contemporary songs.

MondayDecember 12

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson, Aline Andrade. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children.7:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Santa Who?” (2000, Comedy) Tommy Davidson, Leslie Nielsen. Santa crash-lands in New York City just days before Christmas, and suffers from amnesia.7:30 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Three Gifts” (2009, Drama) Dean Cain, Jean Louisa Kelly. A couple houses three orphan boys over the holidays as their orphanage gets renovated.10:30 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams11:30 a.m.(63) TBN Movie “Our First Christmas” (2008, Drama) John Ratzenberger, Julie Warner. Two widows try to please their children so the two families can spend Christmas together.4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson, Aline Andrade. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children.6:00 p.m.(21) FAM A Flintstone Christmas Fred and Barney take over for Santa after he sprains his ankle while delivering presents.(64) HALL Hollywood Christmas Parade Marie Osmond officiates as this year’s Grand Marshal.7:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “12 Dates of Christmas” (2011, Comedy) Amy Smart, Mark-Paul Gosselaar. A young woman relives the same first date on Christmas Eve over and over again.(63) TBN Nativity: The Art and Spirit of the Creche Theologians and collectors highlight the history, art and spirituality of the crèche.8:00 p.m.(8) 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.(24) LIFE Movie “Christmas in Paradise” (2007, Family) Charlotte Ross, Colin Ferguson. Two families take a vacation to an exotic Caribbean island over Christmas.(40) CMT Movie “Unlikely Angel” (1996, Comedy) Dolly Parton, Roddy McDowall. A singer unexpectedly dies in an accident but must help others before entering Heaven.(44) AMC Movie “White Christmas” (1954, Musical) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Entertainers stage a musical show to save their commanding officer’s inn and find romance.(45) TCM Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim, Jack Warner. An old man is visited by the spirits of the past, present and future on Christmas Eve.(64) HALL Movie “Santa Jr.” (2002, Comedy) Nick Stabile, Judd Nelson. Santa’s adult son learns the spirit of Christmas when he takes over the family business.

8:30 p.m.(22) DISN Movie “Good Luck Charlie, It’s Christmas!” (2011, Children) Jason Dolley, Bridgit Mendler. The Duncans get separated en route to Palm Springs, and scramble to get reunited.9:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Beverly D’Angelo, Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays.9:30 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Nothing Like the Holidays” (2008, Comedy/Drama) Alfred Molina, Freddy Rodriguez. A Puerto Rican family spends a Christmas together, facing the fact it may be their last.10:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Christmas Wedding Tail” (2011, Comedy) Shawn Ardalan, Brown Ariana. Two dog owners owners fall in love and it’s up to the pets to perform a Christmas miracle.10:45 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “White Christmas” (1954, Musical) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Entertainers stage a musical show to save their commanding officer’s inn and find romance.11:00 p.m.(33) USA Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) James Caan, Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.Midnight(24) LIFE Movie “Christmas in Paradise” (2007, Family) Charlotte Ross, Colin Ferguson. Two families take a vacation to an exotic Caribbean island over Christmas.1:30 a.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Nothing Like the Holidays” (2008, Comedy/Drama) Alfred Molina, Freddy Rodriguez. A Puerto Rican family spends a Christmas together, facing the fact it may be their last.2:00 a.m.(33) USA Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) James Caan, Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.(63) TBN The Gospel According to Scrooge A Christian adaptation of ‘A Christmas Carol.’4:00 a.m.(63) TBN Austin Awakening Christmas4:30 a.m.(63) TBN Movie “A Christmas Snow” (2010, Drama) Danny Cahill, Hannah Cowan. Christmas has not been the same for a young woman since her father left.

TuesdayDecember 13

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Card” (2006, Drama) Edward Asner, John Newton. Moved by an anonymous Christmas card, Captain Cody Cullen searches for the card’s sender.7:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Meet the Santas” (2005, Drama) Crystal Bernard, Steve Guttenberg. Nick Claus Jr. and Beth are preparing for their Christmas Eve wedding.8:00 a.m.(63) TBN Lee Greenwood: Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas(64) HALL Movie “Santa Jr.” (2002, Comedy) Nick Stabile, Judd Nelson. Santa’s adult son learns the spirit of Christmas when he takes over the family business.

8:15 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams10:30 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Christmas Wedding Tail” (2011, Comedy) Shawn Ardalan, Brown Ariana. Two dog owners owners fall in love and it’s up to the pets to perform a Christmas miracle.4:15 p.m.(40) CMT Movie “Unlikely Angel” (1996, Comedy) Dolly Parton, Roddy McDowall. A singer unexpectedly dies in an accident but must help others before entering Heaven.4:30 p.m.(63) TBN Thomas Kinkade Christmas6:00 p.m.(21) FAM Merry Madagascar Santa and his reindeer crash into Madagascar and the animals needs to save Christmas.(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Card” (2006, Drama) Edward Asner, John Newton. Moved by an anonymous Christmas card, Captain Cody Cullen searches for the card’s sender.6:30 p.m.(21) FAM Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special Po is caught between his family traditions and his Dragon Warrior duties.7:30 p.m.(21) FAM Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Grinches The Cat in the Hat The Cat in the Hat must save the world from the evil Grinch.(13) WEBA Christmas With the Mormon Tabernacle Choir David Archuleta, Michael York, and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir perform holiday favorites.(21) FAM Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey, Taylor Momsen. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa Claus in an effort to steal Christmas from Whoville.(44) AMC Movie “White Christmas” (1954, Musical) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Entertainers stage a musical show to save their commanding officer’s inn and find romance.(64) HALL Movie “Farewell Mr. Kringle” (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor, Christopher Wiehl. A journalist writes about a Santa Claus impersonator who lives in a Christmas-themed town.9:00 p.m.(8) ABC The Middle The Hecks count down the 12 days of Christmas with Frankie’s parents.

(13) WEBA National Christmas Tree Lighting Enjoy a holiday celebration at the White House filled with music.9:45 p.m.(45) TCM Movie “Fitzwilly” (1967, Comedy) Barbara Feldon, Dick Van Dyke. A bankrupt philanthropist’s butler robs from the rich so that she can give to the poor.10:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Holiday Engagement” (2011, Comedy) Shelley Long, Haylie Duff. A woman hires a man to come home and pretend to be her fiancé over the holidays.10:30 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey, Taylor Momsen. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa Claus in an effort to steal Christmas from Whoville.10:45 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “White Christmas” (1954, Musical) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Entertainers stage a musical show to save their commanding officer’s inn and find romance.11:45 p.m.(45) TCM Movie “The Great Rupert” (1950, Comedy) Jimmy Durante, Terry Moore. A man is suspected of being a thief after he finds a large sum of money in his home.Midnight(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams(63) TBN Movie “The Perfect Gift” (2009, Drama) Jefferson Moore, Matt Wallace. A teenaged girl has a chance encounter with a man who changes the course of her life.1:30 a.m.(45) TCM Movie “Susan Slept Here” (1954, Family) Debbie Reynolds, Dick Powell. A Hollywood screenwriter takes temporary custody of a teenage delinquent girl.2:00 a.m.(63) TBN Barra McNeil’s Cetlic Christmas

WednesdayDecember 14

6:00 a.m.(63) TBN My Christmas Soldier The story of an 11-year-old boy whose courage transcends fear and hatred.(64) HALL Movie “Lucky Christmas” (2011, Drama) Elizabeth Berkley, Jason Gray-Stanford. A woman’s car is stolen with a winning lottery ticket inside, and the thief falls for her.

The Elf on the Shelf: An Elf’s Story - Elves from the North Pole help Santa determine who is put on the naughty and nice lists. CBS (5) December 9th at 9:30pm

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7:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Santa Claus: The Movie” (1985, Family) Burgess Meredith, Dudley Moore. Santa’s head elf falls in with a greedy tycoon who wants to eliminate the legendary man.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Farewell Mr. Kringle” (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor, Christopher Wiehl. A journalist writes about a Santa Claus impersonator who lives in a Christmas-themed town.11:15 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe JamsNoon(63) TBN Christmas in My Heart A warm, inspirational holiday even featuring pianist Jim Brickman and tenor, Larry Ford.4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Holiday Engagement” (2011, Comedy) Shelley Long, Haylie Duff. A woman hires a man to come home and pretend to be her fiancé over the holidays.5:00 p.m.(21) FAM Merry Madagascar Santa and his reindeer crash into Madagascar and the animals needs to save Christmas.5:30 p.m.(21) FAM Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special Po is caught between his family traditions and his Dragon Warrior duties.6:00 p.m.(21) FAM Frosty’s Winter Wonderland The children build Frosty a companion out of snow after noticing how sad he has become.(64) HALL Movie “The Santa Suit” (2010, Comedy) Kevin Sorbo, Jennifer Gibson. The president of a marketing firm is turned into a Santa lookalike.8:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “A Nanny for Christmas” (2010, Comedy) Dean Cain, Emmanuelle Vaugier. An advertising executive loses her job at a powerful firm just before the holidays.(44) AMC Movie “White Christmas” (1954, Musical) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Entertainers stage a musical show to save their commanding officer’s inn and find romance.(64) HALL Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Roger Moore, Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas.8:30 p.m.(22) DISN Movie “Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas” (1997, Animated) Voices of Paige O’Hara, Robby Benson. Belle prepares the castle for Christmas while the organ pipe plots to get rid of her.

(52) TOON Ed, Edd n Eddy Eddy tries to get adopted to receive more presents for Christmas this year.10:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “A Boyfriend for Christmas” (2004, Romance) Kelli Williams, Patrick Muldoon. A girl tells Santa she wants a boyfriend for Christmas and he turns up 19 years later.(64) HALL Movie “Lucky Christmas” (2011, Drama) Elizabeth Berkley, Jason Gray-Stanford. A woman’s car is stolen with a winning lottery ticket inside, and the thief falls for her.10:45 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “White Christmas” (1954, Musical) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Entertainers stage a musical show to save their commanding officer’s inn and find romance.11:00 p.m.(40) CMT Larry The Cable Guy’s Star Studded Christmas Extravaganza Larry hosts a line-up of guests in this special featuring comedy and musical segments.Midnight(24) LIFE Movie “A Nanny for Christmas” (2010, Comedy) Dean Cain, Emmanuelle Vaugier. An advertising executive loses her job at a powerful firm just before the holidays.1:00 a.m.(63) TBN My Christmas Soldier The story of an 11-year-old boy whose courage transcends fear and hatred.2:00 a.m.(24) LIFE Movie “A Boyfriend for Christmas” (2004, Romance) Kelli Williams, Patrick Muldoon. A girl tells Santa she wants a boyfriend for Christmas and he turns up 19 years later.(63) TBN Christmas at Maxwell’s3:30 a.m.(63) TBN Child of the Promise

ThursdayDecember 15

(64) HALL Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Roger Moore, Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas.7:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Chasing Christmas” (2005, Comedy) Andrea Roth, Tom Arnold. The Ghost of Christmas Past escapes and leaves his subject trapped in his past.8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Santa Suit” (2010, Comedy) Kevin Sorbo, Jennifer Gibson. The president of a marketing firm is turned into a Santa lookalike.8:30 a.m.

(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams9:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Christmas Do-Over” (2006, Family) Daphne Zuniga, Jay Mohr. A man is forced to relive one terrible Christmas with his ex-wife over and over again.10:00 a.m.(30) FOOD Dear Food Network Bobby Flay hosts an all-roast hour featuring juicy and tender masterpieces.11:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams

11:30 a.m.(63) TBN Nativity: The Art and Spirit of the Creche Theologians and collectors highlight the history, art and spirituality of the crèche.3:15 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (1991, Comedy/Drama) Harley Jane Kozak, Jamey Sheridan. A divorced couple’s two children scheme to get them back together for Christmas.4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett, Sarah Paulson.

Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer - A holiday song comes to life in the timeless 1964 stop-motion animated special about a misfit reindeer with a red nose, in “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” Everyone in Christmastown is thrilled when Donner, Santa’s lead reindeer, has a son. Worried his son will be ridiculed for his unusual red nose, Donner hides the little buck’s snout under an uncomfortable cover. But when the truth comes to light, Rudolph and his elf friend Hermey decide to run away. Featuring the voice of folk singer Burl Ives as the snowman narrator, “Rudolph” is the longest-running Christmas TV special. CBS (5) December at 10th 8pm

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Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a young girl.4:30 p.m.(63) TBN Austin Awakening Christmas5:15 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “White Christmas” (1954, Musical) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Entertainers stage a musical show to save their commanding officer’s inn and find romance.6:00 p.m.(21) FAM A Chipmunk Christmas Alvin gives his harmonica to a sick boy, but he then needs it for a Christmas concert.(64) HALL Movie “Silver Bells” (2005, Drama) Anne Heche, Tate Donovan. A widower and a young woman help each other to put their painful pasts behind them.7:00 p.m.(63) TBN Christmas in the Park8:00 p.m.(8) ABC A Charlie Brown Christmas The Peanuts search for the meaning of Christmas amongst the commercialism.(44) AMC Movie “Miracle on 34th Street” (1947, Family) Maureen O’Hara, Natalie Wood. A Macy’s store Santa Claus causes furor when he claims to be the real Kris Kringle.(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Pageant” (2011, Comedy) Melissa Gilbert, Edward Herrman. An overbearing theater director begrudgingly takes a job directing a Christmas pageant.8:30 p.m.(22) DISN Movie “Santa Buddies” (2009, Family) Craig Anton, Andrew Astor. Puppy Paws, the son of Santa Paws, forgets the true meaning up Christmas.10:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” (2008, Drama) Henry Winkler, Brooke Burns. A single mom who has lost all faith in Christmas finds answers when her uncle visits.10:15 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “Miracle on 34th Street” (1947, Family) Maureen O’Hara, Natalie Wood. A Macy’s store Santa Claus causes furor when he claims to be the real Kris Kringle.Midnight(63) TBN Movie “Christmas Child” (2003, Drama) William R. Moses, Tonya Bordeaux. A mysterious photograph leads a journalist to the small town of Clearwater, Texas.12:30 a.m.(44) AMC Movie “Holiday Inn” (1942, Musical) Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire. A heart-broken man retires from the commotion of the big city and opens a country inn.2:00 a.m.(63) TBN Casting Crowns Christmas Celebration2:45 a.m.(44) AMC Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (1991, Comedy/Drama) Harley Jane Kozak, Jamey Sheridan. A divorced couple’s two children scheme to get them back together for Christmas.

FridayDecember 16

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett, Sarah Paulson. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a young girl.7:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Christmas in Boston” (2005, Drama) Marla Sokoloff, Patrick J. Adams. Pen pals since they were kids, Gina and Seth finally

get the chance to meet in person.7:30 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Cancel Christmas” (2010, Family) Judd Nelson, Natalie Brown. Santa must teach two incorrigible children the importance of charity.9:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Three Days” (2001, Family) Kristin Davis, Reed Diamond. An angel interrupts destiny to give a man a second chance to fix his marriage.10:15 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams11:30 a.m.(63) TBN Movie “Silent Night” (2002, Drama) Linda Hamilton, Matthew Harbour. A German boy invites American and German soldiers to Christmas Eve dinner during wartime.4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” (2008, Drama) Henry Winkler, Brooke Burns. A single mom who has lost all faith in Christmas finds answers when her uncle visits.4:30 p.m.(63) TBN My Christmas Soldier The story of an 11-year-old boy whose courage transcends fear and hatred.6:00 p.m.(21) FAM Mickey’s Christmas Special A collection of Disney short films that tell fun holiday tales.(55) FX Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006, Comedy) Danny de Vito, Matthew Broderick. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit.(64) HALL Movie “The Good Witch’s Gift” (2010, Family) Catherine Bell, Chris Potter. As Cassie and Jake rush to plan their Christmas Eve wedding, they run into trouble.6:30 p.m.(21) FAM Mickey’s Christmas Carol Greedy Scrooge McDuck is visited by the three ghosts of Christmas.8:00 p.m.(19) TNT Christmas in Washington TNT’s annual Holiday celebration from the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.(45) TCM Movie “The Bishop’s Wife” (1947, Comedy) Cary Grant, David Niven. An angel comes to Earth to help a bishop and his wife raise funds to build a new church.(55) FX Movie “Christmas With the Kranks” (2004, Comedy) Jamie Lee Curtis, Tim Allen. Luther and Nora Krank scramble to create the perfect Christmas for their daughter.(64) HALL Movie “Annie Claus is Coming to Town” (2011, Family) Sam Page, Maria Thayer. Santa’s daughter Annie Claus travels to Los Angeles in search of love.9:00 p.m.(10) FOX Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas Sid travels to the North Pole after Manny convinces him he is on Santa’s naughty list.(19) TNT Movie “Fred Claus” (2007, Comedy) Paul Giamatti, Vince Vaughn. Santa bails his criminal brother out of jail and brings him to the North Pole.(33) USA Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) James Caan, Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.(63) TBN A Christian Ebner Christmas10:00 p.m.(45) TCM Movie “Christmas in Connecticut” (1945, Comedy/Drama) Barbara Stanwyck,

Dennis Morgan. A promotional stunt threatens to expose a columnist’s fictitious housekeeping skills.(55) FX Movie “Christmas With the Kranks” (2004, Comedy) Jamie Lee Curtis, Tim Allen. Luther and Nora Krank scramble to create the perfect Christmas for their daughter.(64) HALL Movie “Battle of the Bulbs” (2010, Comedy) Daniel Stern, Matt Frewer. Two men compete to see who can make the best Christmas display in the neighborhood.11:30 p.m.(19) TNT Christmas in WashingtonMidnight(45) TCM Movie “The Shop Around the Corner” (1940, Romance) James Stewart, Margaret Sullavan. A pair of co-workers do not realize that they are each other’s lonelyheart pen-pals.(55) FX Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006, Comedy) Danny de Vito, Matthew Broderick. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit.(64) HALL Movie “Finding John Christmas” (2003, Drama) Peter Falk, Valerie Bertinelli. A woman searches for her brother, a former fireman hero, who disappeared many years ago.2:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “When Angels Come to Town” (2004, Family) Katey Sagal, Peter Falk. An angel comes to Earth at Christmas to help two very different families in need.2:30 a.m.(19) TNT Christmas in Washington 3:30 a.m.(63) TBN Timeless Christmas Denver Bierman and his big band, Mile High Orchestra perform classic Christmas tunes.4:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Cancel Christmas” (2010, Family) Judd Nelson, Natalie Brown. Santa must teach two incorrigible children the importance of charity.

SaturdayDecember 17

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Finding John Christmas” (2003, Drama) Peter Falk, Valerie Bertinelli. A

woman searches for her brother, a former fireman hero, who disappeared many years ago.6:30 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams7:00 a.m.(21) FAM Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey A small donkey is born with incredibly long ears that keep getting him into trouble.7:30 a.m.(21) FAM The Little Drummer Boy An orphaned drummer boy overcomes great hardship to deliver a gift of love to Baby Jesus.8:00 a.m.(21) FAM Pinocchio’s Christmas Pinocchio works at a puppet show to raise money to buy Geppetto a Christmas present.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams(64) HALL Movie “When Angels Come to Town” (2004, Family) Katey Sagal, Peter Falk. An angel comes to Earth at Christmas to help two very different families in need.9:00 a.m.(21) FAM Rudolph’s Shiny New Year Rudolph must find Happy, the New Year baby, before midnight on New Year’s Eve.10:00 a.m.(21) FAM ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas The citizens of a small town learn that Santa has struck their town off his delivery list.(64) HALL Movie “Gift of the Magi” (2010, Drama) Marla Sokoloff, Scott Webber. A couple decides not to exchange Christmas presents to save money over the holidays.10:30 a.m.(21) FAM Cranberry Christmas With the help of Maggie and her Granny, it’s up to Mr. Whiskers to save Christmas day.11:00 a.m.(21) FAM Jack Frost Jack Frost wants to leave his North Pole existence and become human.(24) LIFE Movie “Single Santa Seeks Mrs. Claus” (2004, Family) Steve Guttenberg, Thomas Calabro. Santa worries about turning over the reigns to his son Nick, who has not yet found a wife.(33) USA Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) James Caan, Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.

Movie “Fred Claus” (2007, Comedy) Paul Giamatti, Vince Vaughn. Santa bails his criminal brother out of jail and brings him to the North Pole. TNT (19) December 10th at 8pm & 10:30pm • TNT (19) December 11th at 4:35pm • TNT (19) December 16th at 9pm

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Noon(21) FAM The Year Without a Santa Claus Santa decides to take time off because he feels people have lost the spirit of Christmas.(64) HALL Movie “The Good Witch’s Gift” (2010, Family) Catherine Bell, Chris Potter. As Cassie and Jake rush to plan their Christmas Eve wedding, they run into trouble.1:00 p.m.(21) FAM A Miser Brothers Christmas It’s up to brothers Heat Miser and Snow Miser to come together and help save Christmas.(24) LIFE Movie “Will You Merry Me?” (2008, Comedy/Drama) Wendie Malick, Tommy Lioutas. An engaged couple must meet the in-laws, as well as becoming immersed in the holidays.2:00 p.m.(21) FAM Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Kris Kringle overcomes an evil ruler and delivers toys to children all over the world.(64) HALL Movie “Annie Claus is Coming to Town” (2011, Family) Sam Page, Maria Thayer. Santa’s daughter Annie Claus travels to Los Angeles in search of love.3:00 p.m.(21) FAM Frosty’s Winter Wonderland The children build Frosty a companion out of snow after noticing how sad he has become.(24) LIFE Movie “A Very Merry Daughter of the Bride” (2008, Comedy/Drama) Luke Perry, Joanna Garcia. A daughter who disapproves of her mother’s romance learns that letting go works both ways.3:30 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York” (1992, Comedy) Joe Pesci, Macaulay Culkin. A boy finds himself all alone in New York City and sets out to foil two bumbling burglars.4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Pageant” (2011, Comedy) Melissa Gilbert, Edward Herrman. An overbearing theater director begrudgingly takes a job directing a Christmas pageant.5:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “The Holiday” (2006, Romance) Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet. Two women with romance issues swap homes and fall for men in their new neighbourhoods.6:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Dog Named Christmas” (2009, Family) Bruce Greenwood, Linda Emond. A developmentally challenged man convinces his family to adopt a dog for Christmas.7:00 p.m.(25) TLC Invasion of the Christmas Lights Visit Christmas lighting enthusiasts and see their glorious and elaborate displays.(27) DISC Holiday Marathon8:00 p.m.(5) CBS Frosty the Snowman Pursued by a greedy magician and rising temperatures, Frosty sets off for the North Pole.(24) LIFE Movie “Christmas Angel” (2009, Comedy) K.C. Clyde, Kari Hawker. A woman learns the true meaning of Christmas while working her new job as a helper.(25) TLC Extreme Christmas Trees Captures the anticipation, excitement and joy embodied by the ultimate Christmas icon.(64) HALL Movie “Christmas Comes Home to Canaan” (2011, Drama) Billy Ray Cyrus, Zak Ludwig. A man falls in love with a beautiful doctor when he takes his son for an operation.8:30 p.m.(5) CBS Frosty Returns A little girl tries to keep Frosty from melting when a snow-removing spray

is invented.9:00 p.m.(5) CBS The Story of Santa Claus A toymaker and his wife are evicted from their shop by their heartless landlord.(8) ABC CMA Country Christmas Country’s biggest stars celebrate the holidays with songs and stories to warm your heart.(25) TLC Crazy Christmas Lights Go inside the homes of America’s most unique, entertaining and wacky decorators.10:00 p.m.(21) FAM Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Kris Kringle overcomes an evil ruler and delivers toys to children all over the world.(24) LIFE Movie “Twelve Men of Christmas” (2009, Comedy) Anna Chlumsky, Kristin Chenoweth. A high-powered New York public relations executive finds love in a small town in Montana.(25) TLC Invasion of the Christmas Lights(60) INSP Movie “A Town Without Christmas” (2001, Drama) Patricia Heaton, Peter Falk. A reporter and a novelist try to locate a child who wrote a disturbing letter to Santa.(63) TBN Movie “A Christmas Snow” (2010, Drama) Danny Cahill, Hannah Cowan. Christmas has not been the same for a young woman since her father left.(64) HALL Movie “Christmas Comes Home to Canaan” (2011, Drama) Billy Ray Cyrus, Zak Ludwig. A man falls in love with a beautiful doctor when he takes his son for an operation.10:45 p.m.(40) CMT Movie “Unlikely Angel” (1996, Comedy) Dolly Parton, Roddy McDowall. A singer unexpectedly dies in an accident but must help others before entering Heaven.11:00 p.m.(25) TLC Extreme Christmas Trees Captures the anticipation, excitement and joy embodied by the ultimate Christmas icon.Midnight(25) TLC Crazy Christmas Lights Go inside the homes of America’s most unique, entertaining and wacky decorators.(63) TBN Fort Lauderdale Christmas Pageant This festival features familiar carols and a concert of inspirational contemporary songs.(64) HALL Movie “A Christmas Visitor” (2002, Drama) Dean McDermott, Meredith Baxter. A visitor enters the lives of grieving parents to help them remember the joy of Christmas.(24) LIFE Movie “Christmas Angel” (2009, Comedy) K.C. Clyde, Kari Hawker. A woman learns the true meaning of Christmas while working her new job as a helper.1:00 a.m.(25) TLC Invasion of the Christmas Lights Visit Christmas lighting enthusiasts and see their glorious and elaborate displays.1:30 a.m.(21) FAM A Chipmunk Christmas Alvin gives his harmonica to a sick boy, but he then needs it for a Christmas concert.(64) HALL Movie “A Dog Named Christmas” (2009, Family) Bruce Greenwood, Linda Emond. A developmentally challenged man convinces his family to adopt a dog for Christmas.(24) LIFE Movie “Twelve Men of Christmas” (2009, Comedy) Anna Chlumsky, Kristin Chenoweth. A high-powered New York public relations executive finds love in a small town in Montana.4:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Gift of the Magi” (2010, Drama) Marla Sokoloff, Scott Webber. A couple

decides not to exchange Christmas presents to save money over the holidays.

SundayDecember 18

6:00 a.m.(45) TCM Movie “Little Women” (1933, Drama) Joan Bennett, Katharine Hepburn. Chronicles the lives of four sisters as they grow up and find love during the Civil War.(64) HALL Movie “The Three Gifts” (2009, Drama) Dean Cain, Jean Louisa Kelly. A couple houses three orphan boys over the holidays as their orphanage gets renovated.7:00 a.m.(21) FAM A Chipmunk Christmas Alvin gives his harmonica to a sick boy, but he then needs it for a Christmas concert.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams7:30 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Santa Buddies” (2009, Family) Craig Anton, Andrew Astor. Puppy Paws, the son of Santa Paws, forgets the true meaning up Christmas.8:00 a.m.(45) TCM Movie “All Mine to Give” (1957, Drama) Cameron Mitchell, Glynis Johns. A brother must find homes for his five orphaned siblings on Christmas Day.(64) HALL Movie “Battle of the Bulbs” (2010, Comedy) Daniel Stern, Matt Frewer. Two men compete to see who can make the best Christmas display in the neighborhood.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams9:30 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “The Search for Santa Paws” (2010, Children) Diedrich Bader, Reese Alexander. Magic dogs and an elf work together to help Santa regain his memory.10:00 a.m.(45) TCM Movie “The Shop Around the Corner” (1940, Romance) James Stewart,

Margaret Sullavan. A pair of co-workers do not realize that they are each other’s lonelyheart pen-pals.(55) FX Movie “The Family Stone” (2005, Drama) Diane Keaton, Sarah Jessica Parker. A woman meets her boyfriend’s family during the holidays and experiences their judgment.(64) HALL Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Gail O’Grady, Robert Mailhouse. A nine-year-old boy enters a contest to find a new husband for his mother.11:30 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Richie Rich’s Christmas Wish” (1998, Comedy) David Gallagher, Martin Mull. After he is blamed for spoiling Christmas, Richie wishes he had never been born.Noon(45) TCM Movies: Merry Christmas(64) HALL Movie “The Three Gifts” (2009, Drama) Dean Cain, Jean Louisa Kelly. A couple houses three orphan boys over the holidays as their orphanage gets renovated.1:00 p.m.(28) TRAV Most Christmasy Places in America The ultimate cross-America Christmas tour.1:30 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York” (1992, Comedy) Joe Pesci, Macaulay Culkin. A boy finds himself all alone in New York City and sets out to foil two bumbling burglars.2:00 p.m.(28) TRAV Crazy for Christmas Some people have a passion for Christmas that makes them do extraordinary things.(64) HALL Movie “Christmas Comes Home to Canaan” (2011, Drama) Billy Ray Cyrus, Zak Ludwig. A man falls in love with a beautiful doctor when he takes his son for an operation.3:00 p.m.(28) TRAV Christmas to the Extreme Join us as we celebrate Christmas with those who truly take Christmas to the extreme.

Movie “White Christmas” (1954, Musical) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Music, dance and holiday magic combine to create a winter wonderland in this 1954 masterpiece, “White Christmas,” starring Bing Crosby, Rosemary Clooney, Danny Kaye and Vera-Ellen. Crosby and Kaye star as Army buddies turned Broadway sensations Bob Wallace and Phil Davis. Impressed with singing-sister duo Betty (Clooney) and Judy (Vera-Ellen), the men recruit the ladies to help them save their former commander’s failing inn. Meanwhile, romance blooms between the two couples. Featuring the music of Irving Berlin, the musical was not surprisingly a huge hit at the box office, and was the highest-grossing picture of 1954. AMC (44) December 12th at 8pm & 10:45pm • AMC (44) December 13th at 8pm & 10:45pm • AMC (44) December 14th at 8pm & 10:45pm • AMC (44) December 15th at 5:15pm • AMC (44) December 22nd at 2:45pm • AMC (44) December 23rd at 11:15am

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4:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.(24) LIFE Movie “A Different Kind of Christmas” (1996, Drama) Bruce Kirby, Shelley Long. An attorney is embarrassed by her father when he becomes obsessed with ‘Santa Schtick.’(33) USA Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) James Caan, Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.(64) HALL Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Roger Moore, Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas.4:05 p.m.(19) TNT Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Reese Witherspoon, Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents.5:15 p.m.(40) CMT Movie “Unlikely Angel” (1996, Comedy) Dolly Parton, Roddy McDowall. A singer unexpectedly dies in an accident but must help others before entering Heaven.6:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “A Dad for Christmas” (2006, Drama) Louise Fletcher, Christopher Turner. Matt goes to see his newborn son at the hospital only to discover he is up for adoption.(64) HALL Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Gail O’Grady, Robert Mailhouse. A nine-year-old boy enters a contest to find a new husband for his mother.8:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “The Christmas Hope” (2009, Drama) James Remar, Madeleine Stowe. A social worker, whose marriage is shaky, takes in a five-year-old over the holidays.(25) TLC My Big Fat Gypsy Christmas(29) HGTV Celebrity Holiday Homes(45) TCM Movie “It Happened on Fifth Avenue” (1947, Comedy) Ann Harding, Don DeFore. While a family is away for Christmas, a hobo and his friends live in their mansion.(64) HALL Movie “Christmas Magic” (2011, Drama) Lindy Booth. A guardian angel risks losing her wings when she falls in love.9:00 p.m.(8) ABC Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen, Marin Short. As Santa prepares for a busy Christmas, the mischievous Jack Frost works as his assistant.10:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Christmas Angel” (2009, Comedy) K.C. Clyde, Kari Hawker. A woman learns the true meaning of Christmas while working her new job as a helper.(45) TCM Movie “The Man Who Came to Dinner” (1942, Comedy) Bette Davis, Monty Woodley. When a lecturer injures himself outside a family’s home, they are forced to take him in.(64) HALL Movie “Christmas Magic” (2011, Drama) Lindy Booth. A guardian angel risks losing her wings when she falls in love.11:00 p.m.(29) HGTV Celebrity Holiday Homes(33) USA Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) James Caan, Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.Midnight(40) CMT Larry the Cable Guy’s Christmas Extravaganza(55) FX Movie “The Family Stone” (2005,

Drama) Diane Keaton, Sarah Jessica Parker. A woman meets her boyfriend’s family during the holidays and experiences their judgment.(60) INSP Movie “An Avonlea Christmas” (1998, Family) Jackie Burroughs, Lally Cadeau. When the matriarch of the King family is hospitalized, she begins evaluating her life.(63) TBN Movie “Our First Christmas” (2008, Drama) John Ratzenberger, Julie Warner. Two widows try to please their children so the two families can spend Christmas together.(24) LIFE Movie “The Christmas Hope” (2009, Drama) James Remar, Madeleine Stowe. A social worker, whose marriage is shaky, takes in a five-year-old over the holidays.1:30 a.m.(40) CMT Larry the Cable Guy’s Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau(63) TBN Trinitee Christmas2:00 a.m.(29) HGTV Celebrity Holiday Homes(24) LIFE Movie “Christmas Angel” (2009, Comedy) K.C. Clyde, Kari Hawker. A woman learns the true meaning of Christmas while working her new job as a helper.2:30 a.m.(63) TBN Thomas Kinkade Christmas5:30 a.m.(63) TBN Christmas at Cadillac Jack’s This story of reconciliation and forgiveness finds a lonely father going on a road trip.

MondayDecember 19

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Mrs. Miracle” (2009, Family) James Van Der Beek. Mrs. Merkle, a nanny, changes the lives of a father and his six-year-old twins.7:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Picking Up and Dropping Off” (2003, Romance) Scott Wolf, Amanda Detmer. Two single parents are unprepared for what is to come when they meet at the airport.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams8:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Call Me Mrs. Miracle” (2010, Drama) Doris Roberts, Eric Johnson. Mrs. Miracle, a magical lady turns the lives of a group of New Yorkers upside down.9:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams10:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams11:00 a.m.(21) FAM Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special Po is caught between his family traditions and his Dragon Warrior duties.11:30 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus” (2001, Comedy) Cole Sprouse, Dylan Sprouse. The comical and touching story of a young boy struggling to keep his family together.1:30 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” (1998, Family) Jessica Biel, Jonathan Taylor Thomas. A conniving college student tries desperately to get home in time for Christmas dinner.4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Night Before The Night Before Christmas” (2010, Family) Jennifer Beals, Rick Roberts. Santa Claus loses his memory and his magical bag two days before Christmas.

4:30 p.m.(63) TBN Donnie McClurken Christmas5:00 p.m.(30) FOOD Deen Family Christmas 5:30 p.m.(32) TBS Friends Chandler has to spend Christmas in Tulsa working on a project deadline with a co-worker.6:00 p.m.(21) FAM Phineas and Ferb Christmas Vacation Phineas and Ferb work to turn the city of Danville into a giant thank you card for Santa.(32) TBS The King of Queens Doug is convinced that a ‘little person’ stole his wallet while he was out shopping.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Mrs. Miracle” (2009, Family) James Van Der Beek. Mrs. Merkle, a nanny, changes the lives of a father and his six-year-old twins.8:00 p.m.(8) ABC Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special Po is caught between his family traditions and his Dragon Warrior duties.(24) LIFE Movie “The Christmas Blessing” (2005, Drama) Neil Patrick Harris, Angus T. Jones. A man meets a young woman and little boy who are in need of miracles for the holidays.(30) FOOD Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Guy visits some local joints in North Pole, Alaska, which has an all-year Christmas feel.(44) AMC Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1984, Drama) George C. Scott, Nigel Davenport. An old man who hates Christmas is taught its true meaning and spirit by three ghosts.(55) FX Movie “Christmas With the Kranks” (2004, Comedy) Jamie Lee Curtis, Tim Allen. Luther and Nora Krank scramble to create the perfect Christmas for their daughter.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Call Me Mrs. Miracle” (2010, Drama) Doris Roberts, Eric Johnson. Mrs. Miracle, a magical lady turns the lives of a group of New Yorkers upside down.8:30 p.m.(8) ABC A Chipmunk Christmas Alvin gives his harmonica to a sick boy, but he then needs it for a

Christmas concert.10:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Noel” (2004, Drama) Paul Walker, Susan Sarandon. Five separate New Yorkers cross paths on Christmas Eve, each seeking their own miracle.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows, Aren Buchholz. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever.10:30 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1984, Drama) George C. Scott, Nigel Davenport. An old man who hates Christmas is taught its true meaning and spirit by three ghosts.Midnight(21) FAM Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special Po is caught between his family traditions and his Dragon Warrior duties.(24) LIFE Movie “The Christmas Blessing” (2005, Drama) Neil Patrick Harris, Angus T. Jones. A man meets a young woman and little boy who are in need of miracles for the holidays.12:30 a.m.(21) FAM Merry Madagascar Santa and his reindeer crash into Madagascar and the animals needs to save Christmas.1:00 a.m.(45) TCM Movie “Scrooge” (1970, Musical) Albert Finney, Alec Guinness. Three spirits visit Scrooge, a miserable man soured on the meaning of Christmas.2:00 a.m.(63) TBN Christmas at Maxwell’s(24) LIFE Movie “Noel” (2004, Drama) Paul Walker, Susan Sarandon. Five separate New Yorkers cross paths on Christmas Eve, each seeking their own miracle.3:30 a.m.(63) TBN Annie Moses Band Christmas Special4:30 a.m.(63) TBN Movie “A Christmas Visitor” (2002, Drama) Dean McDermott, Meredith Baxter. A visitor enters the lives of grieving parents to help them remember the joy of Christmas.

Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special - Jack Black is back as the loveable-yet-bumbling panda warrior Po in “Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special.” Dustin Hoffman co-stars as the voice of Master Shifu, who tasks Po with hosting the annual Winter Feast at the Jade Palace. Although the palace ceremony is a prestigious event that all the Kung Fu masters of China attend, Po wishes he could spend the holidays with his father. As his father prepares to feed the townsfolk who have nowhere else to go, Po must decide what is truly important to him and ultimately must listen to his heart. FAM (21) December 13th at 6:30pm • FAM (21) December 14th at 5:30pm • FAM (21) December 19th at 11am • ABC (8) December 19th at 8pm • FAM (21) December 19th at midnight • ABC (8) December 23rd at 9:30pm

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TuesdayDecember 20

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Night Before The Night Before Christmas” (2010, Family) Jennifer Beals, Rick Roberts. Santa Claus loses his memory and his magical bag two days before Christmas.7:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Ernest Saves Christmas” (1988, Comedy) Douglas Seale, Jim Varney. When Santa Claus decides to retire, he enlists the aid of Ernest P. Worrell.(32) TBS Home Improvement Jill and Tim try to help bickering parents solve their marital problems during Christmas.7:30 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Eve’s Christmas” (2004, Drama) Cheryl Ladd, Elisa Donovan. An executive about to become a partner in her firm re-evaluates her life on Christmas Eve.8:30 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams9:30 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams10:30 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams11:00 a.m.(21) FAM Merry Madagascar Santa and his reindeer crash into Madagascar and the animals needs to save Christmas.11:30 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Unaccompanied Minors” (2006, Comedy) Lewis Black, Wilmer Valderrama. A group of strangers that have been snowed in at the local airport make the best of it.3:45 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (1991, Comedy/Drama) Harley Jane Kozak, Jamey Sheridan. A divorced couple’s two children scheme to get them back together for Christmas.4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows, Aren Buchholz. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever.6:00 p.m.(21) FAM Mickey’s Christmas Special A collection of Disney short films that tell fun holiday tales.(64) HALL Movie “Eve’s Christmas” (2004, Drama) Cheryl Ladd, Elisa Donovan. An executive about to become a partner in her firm re-evaluates her life on Christmas Eve.6:30 p.m.(63) TBN TAJCI: Christmas Concert8:00 p.m.

(44) AMC Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1984, Drama) George C. Scott, Nigel Davenport. An old man who hates Christmas is taught its true meaning and spirit by three ghosts.(55) FX Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006, Comedy) Danny de Vito, Matthew Broderick. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit.(64) HALL Movie “Annie Claus is Coming to Town” (2011, Family) Sam Page, Maria Thayer. Santa’s daughter Annie Claus travels to Los Angeles in search of love.(13) WEBA Christmas at St. Olaf The choirs of St. Olaf College perform classic Christmas compositions.(19) TNT Movie “Deck the Halls” (2011, Mystery) Kathy Najimy, Scottie Thompson. A detective and a private eye race to solve a kidnapping before Christmas.(21) FAM Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.(29) HGTV White House Christmas 2011(40) CMT Larry The Cable Guy’s Star Studded Christmas Extravaganza Larry hosts a line-up of guests in this special featuring comedy and musical segments.10:00 p.m.(45) TCM Movies: Merry Christmas(55) FX Movie “Christmas With the Kranks” (2004, Comedy) Jamie Lee Curtis, Tim Allen. Luther and Nora Krank scramble to create the perfect Christmas for their daughter.(64) HALL Movie “Santa Jr.” (2002, Comedy) Nick Stabile, Judd Nelson. Santa’s adult son learns the spirit of Christmas when he takes over the family business.10:30 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1984, Drama) George C. Scott, Nigel Davenport. An old man who hates Christmas is taught its true meaning and spirit by three ghosts.10:45 p.m.(40) CMT Larry the Cable Guy’s Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau11:00 p.m.(45) TCM Movie “Holiday Affair” (1949, Drama) Janet Leigh, Robert Mitchum. A man offers to buy a model train set for a boy whose mother cannot afford it.Midnight(19) TNT Movie “Deck the Halls” (2011, Mystery) Kathy Najimy, Scottie Thompson. A detective and a private eye race to solve a kidnapping before Christmas.(21) FAM A Flintstone Christmas Fred and Barney take over for Santa after he sprains his

ankle while delivering presents.(29) HGTV White House Christmas 20113:15 a.m.(44) AMC Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (1991, Comedy/Drama) Harley Jane Kozak, Jamey Sheridan. A divorced couple’s two children scheme to get them back together for Christmas.

WednesdayDecember 21

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” (2008, Drama) Henry Winkler, Brooke Burns. A single mom who has lost all faith in Christmas finds answers when her uncle visits.7:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Christmas Every Day” (1996, Drama) Robert Hays, Erik von Detten. A 13-year-old must relive Christmas Day until he learns the true meaning of Christmas.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams8:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams(63) TBN Christmas in the Park(64) HALL Movie “Annie Claus is Coming to Town” (2011, Family) Sam Page, Maria Thayer. Santa’s daughter Annie Claus travels to Los Angeles in search of love.

9:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Sons of Mistletoe” (2001, Drama) George Newbern, Roma Downey. Looking to save the orphanage, Jimmy starts a campaign to win the heart of the new owner.10:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams11:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “The Dog Who Saved Christmas” (2009, Comedy) Adrienne Barbeau, Mario Lopez. A guard dog reaches his full potential when his house is broken into during the holidays.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams(55) FX Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006, Comedy) Danny de Vito, Matthew Broderick. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit.Noon(40) CMT Movie “Unlikely Angel” (1996, Comedy) Dolly Parton, Roddy McDowall. A singer unexpectedly dies in an accident but must help others before entering Heaven.(63) TBN Christmas at Cadillac Jack’s This story of reconciliation and forgiveness finds a lonely father going on a road trip.1:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Santa Buddies” (2009, Family) Craig Anton, Andrew Astor. Puppy Paws,

Frosty’s Winter Wonderland - The children build Frosty a companion out of snow after noticing how sad he has become. FAM (21) December 8th at 7pm • FAM (21) December 14th at 6pm • FAM (21) December 17th at 3pm • FAM (21) December 25th at 9:30am

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the son of Santa Paws, forgets the true meaning up Christmas.(55) FX Movie “Christmas With the Kranks” (2004, Comedy) Jamie Lee Curtis, Tim Allen. Luther and Nora Krank scramble to create the perfect Christmas for their daughter.1:15 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (1991, Comedy/Drama) Harley Jane Kozak, Jamey Sheridan. A divorced couple’s two children scheme to get them back together for Christmas.3:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “The Search for Santa Paws” (2010, Children) Diedrich Bader, Reese Alexander. Magic dogs and an elf work together to help Santa regain his memory.(64) HALL Jingle All the Way A Husky puppy looking for a home at a Christmas tree farm bonds with a young boy.3:30 p.m.(64) HALL Hoops & Yoyo Ruin Christmas A comical pink kitty and a green bunny become accidental stowaways on Santa’s sleigh.4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “Santa Jr.” (2002, Comedy) Nick Stabile, Judd Nelson. Santa’s adult son learns the spirit of Christmas when he takes over the family business.5:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.6:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” (2008, Drama) Henry Winkler, Brooke Burns. A single mom who has lost all faith in Christmas finds answers when her uncle visits.7:00 p.m.(21) FAM Disney’s Prep and Landing Elves known as Prep & Landing prepare homes around the world for Santa’s arrival.7:30 p.m.(21) FAM Prep and Landing 2: Naughty vs. Nice8:00 p.m.(13) WEBA Nature The wildlife in Yellowstone Park navigates through the challenges of winter.(21) FAM Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Judge Reinhold, Tim Allen. When a father inadvertently kills Santa Claus, he is recruited to take his place.(24) LIFE Movie “Christmas Angel” (2009, Comedy) K.C. Clyde, Kari Hawker. A woman learns the true meaning of Christmas while working her new job as a helper.(25) TLC My Big Fat Gypsy Christmas(40) CMT Movie “Unlikely Angel” (1996, Comedy) Dolly Parton, Roddy McDowall. A singer unexpectedly dies in an accident but must help others before entering Heaven.(44) AMC Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1984, Drama) George C. Scott, Nigel Davenport. An old man who hates Christmas is taught its true meaning and spirit by three ghosts.(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Pageant” (2011, Comedy) Melissa Gilbert, Edward Herrman. An overbearing theater director begrudgingly takes a job directing a Christmas pageant.9:00 p.m.(33) USA Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) James Caan, Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.10:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The

Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen, Marin Short. As Santa prepares for a busy Christmas, the mischievous Jack Frost works as his assistant.(24) LIFE Movie “Thomas Kinkade’s Home for Christmas” (2008, Drama) Marcia Gay Harden, Jared Padalecki. A look at the inspiration behind Thomas Kinkade’s painting The Christmas Cottage.(63) TBN Fort Lauderdale Christmas Pageant This festival features familiar carols and a concert of inspirational contemporary songs.(64) HALL Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson, Aline Andrade. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children.10:30 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1984, Drama) George C. Scott, Nigel Davenport. An old man who hates Christmas is taught its true meaning and spirit by three ghosts.Midnight(21) FAM Rudolph’s Shiny New Year Rudolph must find Happy, the New Year baby, before midnight on New Year’s Eve.(24) LIFE Movie “Christmas Angel” (2009, Comedy) K.C. Clyde, Kari Hawker. A woman learns the true meaning of Christmas while working her new job as a helper.(63) TBN My Christmas Soldier The story of an 11-year-old boy whose courage transcends fear and hatred.1:00 a.m.(25) TLC My Big Fat Gypsy Christmas(63) TBN Nativity: The Art and Spirit of the Creche Theologians and collectors highlight the history, art and spirituality of the crèche.2:00 a.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Thomas Kinkade’s Home for Christmas” (2008, Drama) Marcia Gay Harden, Jared Padalecki. A look at the inspiration behind Thomas Kinkade’s painting The Christmas Cottage.(56) COMEDY A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All! Performers are handpicked from Colbert’s special friends for an old-fashioned Yule.(63) TBN Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson, Aline Andrade. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children.3:30 a.m.(63) TBN Child of the Promise

ThursdayDecember 22

6:00 a.m.(32) TBS Married With Children While Al and Peggy are busy arguing, Kelly and Bud try to sneak a jukebox into the house.(64) HALL Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson, Aline Andrade. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children.7:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “The Christmas List” (1997, Comedy) Mimi Rogers, Rob Stewart. A woman’s Christmas wishes come true, but they all have a slight twist to them.(32) TBS Home Improvement Tim tries to have the best decorated house and the boys tell Mark that Santa is dead.7:30 a.m.(32) TBS Home Improvement Tim competes in a Christmas tree lighting contest; Brad wants to go away for Christmas.

8:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Pageant” (2011, Comedy) Melissa Gilbert, Edward Herrman. An overbearing theater director begrudgingly takes a job directing a Christmas pageant.9:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Christmas Capers” (2007, Comedy) Shannen Doherty, Stefanie Von Pfetten. An infamous jewel thief retreats to her hometown in Connecticut and finds her heart.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams10:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams11:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Secret Santa” (2003, Drama) Jennie Garth, Steven Eckholdt. A journalist visits a small town to uncover the identity of a mysterious philanthropist.11:15 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams11:30 a.m.(63) TBN My Christmas Soldier The story of an 11-year-old boy whose courage transcends fear and hatred.1:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Once Upon a Christmas” (2000, Family) John Dye, Kathy Ireland. Santa’s daughters must infuse a family with holiday spirit or lose Christmas forever.1:30 p.m.(63) TBN Thomas Kinkade Christmas2:45 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “White Christmas” (1954, Musical) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Entertainers stage a musical show to save their commanding officer’s inn and find romance.3:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Twice Upon a Christmas” (2001, Family) John Dye, Kathy Ireland. Santa’s daughter, Kristin Claus, has lost her memory and does not know who her father is.4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Grandpa for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Ernest Borgnine, Katherine

Helmond. A man takes in his granddaughter after his estranged daughter is hospitalized.4:30 p.m.(63) TBN Fort Lauderdale Christmas Pageant This festival features familiar carols and a concert of inspirational contemporary songs.5:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Judge Reinhold, Tim Allen. When a father inadvertently kills Santa Claus, he is recruited to take his place.5:30 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1984, Drama) George C. Scott, Nigel Davenport. An old man who hates Christmas is taught its true meaning and spirit by three ghosts.6:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “Lucky Christmas” (2011, Drama) Elizabeth Berkley, Jason Gray-Stanford. A woman’s car is stolen with a winning lottery ticket inside, and the thief falls for her.7:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen, Marin Short. As Santa prepares for a busy Christmas, the mischievous Jack Frost works as his assistant.(25) TLC Invasion of the Christmas Lights Visit Christmas lighting enthusiasts and see their glorious and elaborate displays.(30) FOOD Chopped As an added challenge, the chefs’ dishes must have a holiday theme.(56) COMEDY 30 Rock Liz is left alone for the holidays and participates in a charity program to fill the void.7:15 p.m.(40) CMT Larry The Cable Guy’s Star Studded Christmas Extravaganza Larry hosts a line-up of guests in this special featuring comedy and musical segments.8:00 p.m.(8) ABC Disney’s Prep and Landing Elves known as Prep & Landing prepare homes around the world for Santa’s arrival.(25) TLC Invasion of the Christmas Lights(64) HALL Movie “Christmas Magic” (2011, Drama) Lindy Booth. A guardian angel risks

Mickey’s Christmas Carol - Greedy Scrooge McDuck is visited by the three ghosts of Christmas. FAM (21) December 1st at 6pm & midnight • FAM (21) December 5th at 10:30pm • FAM (21) December 16th at 6:30pm • FAM (21) December 24th at 3pm • FAM (21) December 25th at 7am

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losing her wings when she falls in love.8:30 p.m.(8) ABC Prep and Landing 2: Naughty vs. Nice9:00 p.m.(8) 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.(21) FAM Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.(25) TLC Invasion of the Christmas Lights 3: Europe We criss-cross the European continent to chronicle extreme Christmas lighting enthusiasts.9:15 p.m.(40) CMT Larry the Cable Guy’s Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau10:00 p.m.(25) TLC Extreme Christmas Trees Captures the anticipation, excitement and joy embodied by the ultimate Christmas icon.(63) TBN Movie “Mary and Joseph: A Story of Faith” (1979, Religious) Blanche Baker, Lloyd Bochner. Examine the courtship of Mary and Joseph and their early life before Jesus was born.(64) HALL Movie “A Holiday Engagement” (2011, Comedy) Shelley Long, Haylie Duff. A woman hires a man to come home and pretend to be her fiancé over the holidays.11:00 p.m.(25) TLC Invasion of the Christmas Lights 3: Europe We criss-cross the European continent to chronicle extreme Christmas lighting enthusiasts.Midnight(21) FAM Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Grinches The Cat in the Hat The Cat in the Hat must save the world from the evil Grinch.(25) TLC Extreme Christmas Trees Captures the anticipation, excitement and joy embodied by the ultimate Christmas icon.1:00 a.m.(25) TLC Invasion of the Christmas Lights Visit Christmas lighting enthusiasts and see their glorious and elaborate displays.2:00 a.m.(25) TLC Invasion of the Christmas Lights Visit Christmas lighting enthusiasts and see their glorious and elaborate displays.3:00 a.m.(63) TBN The Gospel According to Scrooge A Christian adaptation of ‘A Christmas Carol.’

FridayDecember 23

6:00 a.m.(63) TBN Vern Jackson Christmas(64) HALL Movie “A Grandpa for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Ernest Borgnine, Katherine Helmond. A man takes in his granddaughter after

his estranged daughter is hospitalized.6:45 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams7:30 a.m.(32) TBS Home Improvement Jill and Tim try to help bickering parents solve their marital problems during Christmas.8:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Snowglobe” (2007, Family) Lorraine Bracco, Christina Milian. A mystical snow globe transports Angela into an idyllic Christmas winter wonderland.(32) TBS Fresh Prince of Bel Air A stranger robs the Banks family after Will generously invites him into their cabin.(45) TCM Movie “Beyond Tomorrow” (1940, Romance) Harry Carey, Richard Carlson. Three wealthy men come back as ghosts to ensure a relationship isn’t ruined by ambition.(64) HALL Movie “Lucky Christmas” (2011, Drama) Elizabeth Berkley, Jason Gray-Stanford. A woman’s car is stolen with a winning lottery ticket inside, and the thief falls for her.8:30 a.m.(32) TBS Fresh Prince of Bel Air Will schemes to get the band Boyz II Men to perform at baby Nicky’s christening.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams9:00 a.m.(32) TBS Fresh Prince of Bel Air Feeling unfulfilled despite her TV debut, Hilary announces that she wants to have a baby.(44) AMC Movie “Holiday Inn” (1942, Musical) Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire. A heart-broken man retires from the commotion of the big city and opens a country inn.9:15 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams10:00 a.m.(21) FAM Movie “Christmas Cupid” (2010, Drama) Christina Milian, Ashley Benson. A high powered executive is taken on a journey in search of her one true love.10:15 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams11:00 a.m.(45) TCM Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1938, Drama) Gene Lockhart, Reginald Owen. Ebeneezer Scrooge learns a lesson in charity after a visit from three spirits.11:15 a.m.(44) AMC Movie “White Christmas” (1954, Musical) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Entertainers stage a musical show to save their commanding officer’s inn and find romance.11:30 a.m.(63) TBN Movie “Christmas Child” (2003, Drama) William R. Moses, Tonya Bordeaux. A mysterious photograph leads a journalist to the

small town of Clearwater, Texas.Noon(21) FAM Movie “Santa Baby” (2006, Comedy) George Wendt, Jenny McCarthy. Santa’s daughter, Mary Class, tries to makeover Christmas when her father gets sick.12:15 p.m.(45) TCM Movie “The Three Godfathers” (1948, Western) John Wayne, Montgomery Clift. Three desperadoes risk everything to get an orphaned newborn to safety.12:30 p.m.(32) TBS Yes, Dear Both Kim and Greg’s parents arrive for the holidays and compete to be Sammy’s favorite.1:00 p.m.(29) HGTV All Out American Christmas(30) FOOD Barefoot Contessa Cranberry harvest muffins; cherry, almond and cinnamon granola; hazelnut truffles.2:00 p.m.(29) HGTV Celebrity Holiday Homes Three interior designers create holiday décor for celebrity guests.(56) COMEDY Movie “Bad Santa” (2003, Comedy) Bernie Mac, Billy Bob Thornton. A conman poses as a mall Santa in order to rip off department stores during the holidays.2:15 p.m.(45) TCM Movie “Susan Slept Here” (1954,

Family) Debbie Reynolds, Dick Powell. A Hollywood screenwriter takes temporary custody of a teenage delinquent girl.3:00 p.m.(29) HGTV Celebrity Holiday Homes4:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Holiday in Handcuffs” (2007, Comedy) Mario Lopez, Melissa Joan Hart. A woman kidnaps a handsome guy to take home to her parents during the Christmas holidays.(45) TCM Movie “The Man Who Came to Dinner” (1942, Comedy) Bette Davis, Monty Woodley. When a lecturer injures himself outside a family’s home, they are forced to take him in.(56) COMEDY Futurama The Planet Express crew learns the true meaning of Xmas, Robanukah, and Kwanzaa.(60) INSP Movie “A Town Without Christmas” (2001, Drama) Patricia Heaton, Peter Falk. A reporter and a novelist try to locate a child who wrote a disturbing letter to Santa.(64) HALL Movie “Christmas Comes Home to Canaan” (2011, Drama) Billy Ray Cyrus, Zak Ludwig. A man falls in love with a beautiful doctor when he takes his son for an operation.4:30 p.m.(63) TBN Movie “Mary and Joseph: A Story of Faith” (1979, Religious) Blanche Baker, Lloyd Bochner. Examine the courtship of Mary and Joseph and their early life before Jesus was born.

A Miser Brothers Christmas - It’s up to brothers Heat Miser and Snow Miser to come together and help save Christmas. FAM (21) December 8th at 10pm • FAM (21) December 9th at midnight • FAM (21) December 17th at 1pm

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6:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Beverly D’Angelo, Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays.(45) TCM Movie “Scrooge” (1970, Musical) Albert Finney, Alec Guinness. Three spirits visit Scrooge, a miserable man soured on the meaning of Christmas.(60) INSP Movie “The Christmas Secret” (2000, Family) Richard Thomas, Beau Bridges. A zoology professor sets out to prove that reindeers can fly and discovers Christmas.(64) HALL Movie “A Holiday Engagement” (2011, Comedy) Shelley Long, Haylie Duff. A woman hires a man to come home and pretend to be her fiancé over the holidays..8:00 p.m.(8) ABC Shrek the Halls Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, Puss In Boots and all their fairytale buddies celebrate Christmas.(9) CW Olive, the Other Reindeer Olive hears the tragic news on the radio that Blitzen the reindeer has been injured.(21) FAM Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey, Taylor Momsen. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa Claus in an effort to steal Christmas from Whoville.(32) TBS House of Payne To explain Christmas to Jazmine, everyone shares their version of the Nativity story.(56) COMEDY Jeff Dunham’s Very Special Christmas Special Jack Frost is nipping at your nose, sounds like Christmas is here for Jeff Dunham.(60) INSP The Waltons Two English children seek refuge on Walton’s Mountain.(64) HALL Movie “The Night Before The Night Before Christmas” (2010, Family) Jennifer Beals, Rick Roberts. Santa Claus loses his memory and his magical bag two days before Christmas.8:30 p.m.(8) ABC Phineas and Ferb Christmas Vacation Phineas and Ferb work to turn the city of Danville into a giant thank you card for Santa.(32) TBS Meet the Browns Brown and Curtis battle over who gets to be Santa when they put on a play at the hospital.9:00 p.m.(7) MNT Monk Monk must clear his name after shooting a man dressed as Santa Claus.(8) ABC Prep and Landing 2: Naughty vs. Nice(9) CW Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer On Christmas Eve, Jake sets out to find his grandmother who has mysteriously disappeared.(13) WEBA Christmas With the Mormon Tabernacle Choir David Archuleta, Michael York, and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir perform holiday favorites.(19) TNT Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1999, Drama) Patrick Stewart, Richard E. Grant. A miserly old man is visited by three ghosts in order to learn the meaning of Christmas.(63) TBN A Christian Ebner Christmas9:30 p.m.(8) ABC Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special Po is caught between his family traditions and his Dragon Warrior duties.10:00 p.m.(13) WEBA Christmas at St. Olaf The choirs of St. Olaf College perform classic Christmas compositions.(63) TBN Donnie McClurken Christmas(64) HALL Movie “Moonlight and Mistletoe” (2008, Drama) Tom Arnold, Candace Cameron

Bure. A woman must return to her hometown of Santaville to help her father.10:30 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey, Taylor Momsen. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa Claus in an effort to steal Christmas from Whoville.(56) COMEDY Jeff Dunham’s Very Special Christmas Special Jack Frost is nipping at your nose, sounds like Christmas is here for Jeff Dunham.11:00 p.m.(19) TNT Movie “Deck the Halls” (2011, Mystery) Kathy Najimy, Scottie Thompson. A detective and a private eye race to solve a kidnapping before Christmas.(32) TBS Movie “Call Me Claus” (2001, Comedy) Victor Garber, Whoopi Goldberg. A television producer unknowingly hires the real Santa to play Santa Claus on the network.(54) SYFY Eureka A color wave washes over Eureka, leaving the entire town animated.(60) INSP Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman Dr. Mike begins to wonder what happened to the true meaning of Christmas.Midnight(55) FX It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia Charlie and Mac search for the meaning of Christmas; Dee and Dennis teach Frank a lesson.(60) INSP Movie “The Perfect Gift” (2009, Drama) Jefferson Moore, Matt Wallace. A teenaged girl has a chance encounter with a man who changes the course of her life.(64) HALL Movie “Fallen Angel” (2003, Drama) Gary Sinise, Joely Richardson. A big-city lawyer returns to his small hometown and reconnects with a childhood friend.2:00 a.m.(63) TBN Movie “A Christmas Snow” (2010, Drama) Danny Cahill, Hannah Cowan. Christmas has not been the same for a young woman since her father left.(64) HALL Movie “A Christmas Visitor” (2002, Drama) Dean McDermott, Meredith Baxter. A visitor enters the lives of grieving parents to help them remember the joy of Christmas.3:20 a.m.(32) TBS Movie “This Christmas” (2007, Comedy) Delroy Lindo, Idris Elba. A drama centered around the Whitfield family’s first holiday together in four years.3:30 a.m.(63) TBN Timeless Christmas Denver Bierman and his big band, Mile High Orchestra perform classic Christmas tunes.4:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Night Before The Night Before Christmas” (2010, Family) Jennifer Beals, Rick Roberts. Santa Claus loses his memory and his magical bag two days before Christmas.

SaturdayDecember 24

6:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams(45) TCM Movie “Love Finds Andy Hardy” (1938, Romance) Judy Garland, Mickey Rooney. A young teenager is caught between three romances and he does not know which one to pick.(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Choir” (2008, Drama) Jason Gedrick, Rhea Perlman. A workaholic rediscovers the joys of life through a homeless man and music.

6:45 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams7:00 a.m.(21) FAM The Little Drummer Boy An orphaned drummer boy overcomes great hardship to deliver a gift of love to Baby Jesus.7:30 a.m.(21) FAM The Little Drummer Boy: Book II The drummer boy struggles to protect great silver bells from seizure by Roman soldiers.7:45 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams8:00 a.m.(21) FAM Cranberry Christmas With the help of Maggie and her Granny, it’s up to Mr. Whiskers to save Christmas day.(45) TCM Movie “Little Women” (1949, Drama) June Allyson, Margaret O’Brien. Follows the trials and tribulations of four sisters growing up during the Civil War.(64) HALL Movie “Three Wise Women” (2010, Drama) Fionnula Flanagan, John Rhys-Davies. A woman is visited by her guardian angel, her past self and her future self.8:45 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams9:00 a.m.(32) TBS Movie “This Christmas” (2007, Comedy) Delroy Lindo, Idris Elba. A drama centered around the Whitfield family’s first holiday together in four years.10:00 a.m.(21) FAM Pinocchio’s Christmas Pinocchio works at a puppet show to raise money to buy Geppetto a Christmas present.(55) FX Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006, Comedy) Danny de Vito, Matthew Broderick. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit.(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Card” (2006, Drama) Edward Asner, John Newton. Moved by an anonymous Christmas card, Captain Cody Cullen searches for the card’s sender.10:15 a.m.(45) TCM Movie “Meet John Doe” (1941, Drama) Barbara Stanwyck, Gary Cooper. A reporter who is being laid off ends her last column with a fictional suicide letter.

11:00 a.m.(21) FAM ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas The citizens of a small town learn that Santa has struck their town off his delivery list.11:30 a.m.(21) FAM Rudolph and Frosty’s Christmas in July During a July vacation, Rudolph and Frosty find themselves in danger.Noon(19) TNT Movie “Deck the Halls” (2011, Mystery) Kathy Najimy, Scottie Thompson. A detective and a private eye race to solve a kidnapping before Christmas.(24) LIFE Movie “The Christmas Hope” (2009, Drama) James Remar, Madeleine Stowe. A social worker, whose marriage is shaky, takes in a five-year-old over the holidays.(55) FX Movie “Christmas With the Kranks” (2004, Comedy) Jamie Lee Curtis, Tim Allen. Luther and Nora Krank scramble to create the perfect Christmas for their daughter.(64) HALL Movie “Moonlight and Mistletoe” (2008, Drama) Tom Arnold, Candace Cameron Bure. A woman must return to her hometown of Santaville to help her father.12:30 p.m.(45) TCM Movie “It Happened on Fifth Avenue” (1947, Comedy) Ann Harding, Don DeFore. While a family is away for Christmas, a hobo and his friends live in their mansion.1:30 p.m.(32) TBS Movie “Call Me Claus” (2001, Comedy) Victor Garber, Whoopi Goldberg. A television producer unknowingly hires the real Santa to play Santa Claus on the network.2:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Home By Christmas” (2006, Drama) Julian Franco, Benjamin Salisbury. When a woman’s perfect life is shattered, she struggles to create a new life for herself.(29) HGTV All Out American Christmas(64) HALL Movie “Eve’s Christmas” (2004, Drama) Cheryl Ladd, Elisa Donovan. An executive about to become a partner in her firm re-evaluates her life on Christmas Eve.2:30 p.m.(45) TCM Movie “Holiday Affair” (1949, Drama) Janet Leigh, Robert Mitchum. A man

The Story of Santa Claus - A humble toymaker and his wife embark on an amazing adventure to bring every boy and girl a toy at Christmastime in this animated adventure, “The Story of Santa Claus.” After Nicholas (Santa) Claus and his wife Gretchen are evicted from their small shop, they set out to bring all the toys they have left to an orphanage on Angel’s Island. Fate steps in and a storm whisks the generous couple to the North Pole where they meet a magical band of elves. Initially broadcast in 1996, the holiday special boasts the voices of Ed Asner, Betty White and Tim Curry. CBS (5) December 17th at 9pm

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offers to buy a model train set for a boy whose mother cannot afford it.(56) COMEDY Scrubs Turk’s idealized notion of Christmas is challenged by the grim reality of the hospital.3:00 p.m.(21) FAM Mickey’s Christmas Carol Greedy Scrooge McDuck is visited by the three ghosts of Christmas.(29) HGTV Celebrity Holiday Homes The special features three designers decorating three celebrities’ homes for the holidays.(30) FOOD Challenge Pastry chefs compete to build showpiece gingerbread houses.3:30 p.m.(21) FAM Winnie the Pooh and Christmas Too! Pooh and Piglet play Santa when their Christmas letter doesn’t make it to the North Pole.4:00 p.m.(21) FAM Jack Frost Jack Frost wants to leave his North Pole existence and become human.(24) LIFE Movie “Home for the Holidays” (2005, Drama) Sean Young, Lucia Walters. An aunt agrees to take in three orphaned children after their parents die in an accident.(45) TCM Movie “In the Good Old Summertime” (1949, Musical) Judy Garland, Van Johnson. A music store clerk falls in love with her pen pal who is actually her dreaded boss.(56) COMEDY Jeff Dunham’s Very Special Christmas Special Jack Frost is nipping at your nose, sounds like Christmas is here for Jeff Dunham.(64) HALL Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett, Sarah Paulson. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a young girl.5:00 p.m.(13) WEBA National Christmas Tree Lighting Enjoy a holiday celebration at the White House filled with music.(21) FAM Disney’s Prep and Landing Elves known as Prep & Landing prepare homes around the world for Santa’s arrival.(28) TRAV Dazzling Holiday Lights Nothing celebrates the spirit of Christmas like a blazing display of holiday lights.(29) HGTV Holiday Inc. Iconic sites around New York City are transformed for the holidays.5:30 p.m.(21) FAM Prep and Landing 2: Naughty vs. Nice6:00 p.m.(21) FAM Rudolph’s Shiny New Year Rudolph must find Happy, the New Year baby, before midnight on New Year’s Eve.(24) LIFE Movie “Secret Santa” (2003, Drama) Jennie Garth, Steven Eckholdt. A journalist visits a small town to uncover the identity of a mysterious

philanthropist.(29) HGTV White House Christmas 2011(45) TCM Movie “Meet Me in St. Louis” (1944, Musical) Judy Garland, Margaret O’Brien. A man’s family members oppose moving from turn-of-the-century St. Louis to New York.(64) HALL Movie “Fallen Angel” (2003, Drama) Gary Sinise, Joely Richardson. A big-city lawyer returns to his small hometown and reconnects with a childhood friend.7:00 p.m.(21) FAM Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Kris Kringle overcomes an evil ruler and delivers toys to children all over the world.(25) TLC More Crazy Christmas Lights A search for the best Christmas lights on display from coast to coast.(27) DISC Holiday Marathon(29) HGTV Celebrity Holiday Homes Three interior designers create holiday décor for celebrity guests.8:00 p.m.(8) ABC Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas The story of the Grinch, who decides to steal Christmas from the citizens of Whoville.(21) FAM The Year Without a Santa Claus Santa decides to take time off because he feels people have lost the spirit of Christmas.(22) DISN Movie “Good Luck Charlie, It’s Christmas!” (2011, Children) Jason Dolley, Bridgit Mendler. The Duncans get separated en route to Palm Springs, and scramble to get reunited.(24) LIFE Movie “Undercover Christmas” (2003, Comedy/Drama) Jami Gertz, Tyne Daly. A FBI agent meets a free-spirited cocktail waitress when he is hired to protect her.(25) TLC My Big Fat Gypsy Christmas(28) TRAV Christmas Crazy We dash from coast-to-coast to find the most decked-out holiday homes and stores.(29) HGTV Celebrity Holiday Homes(32) TBS Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley. It’s the 1940s and Ralphie is afraid Santa will not bring him a much desired air rifle.(40) CMT Movie “Unlikely Angel” (1996, Comedy) Dolly Parton, Roddy McDowall. A singer unexpectedly dies in an accident but must help others before entering Heaven.(45) TCM Movie “Miracle on 34th Street” (1947, Family) Maureen O’Hara, Natalie Wood. A Macy’s store Santa Claus raises eyebrows when he claims to be the real Kris Kringle.(60) INSP Movie “The Christmas Box” (1995, Family) Annette O’Toole, Richard Thomas. A family learns the true meaning of Christmas after caring for a stubborn elderly widow.(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Card” (2006,

Drama) Edward Asner, John Newton. Moved by an anonymous Christmas card, Captain Cody Cullen searches for the card’s sender.8:30 p.m.(8) ABC Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey, Taylor Momsen. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa Claus in an effort to steal Christmas from Whoville.9:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York” (1992, Comedy) Joe Pesci, Macaulay Culkin. A boy finds himself all alone in New York City and sets out to foil two bumbling burglars.(28) TRAV Christmas to the Extreme Join us as we celebrate Christmas with those who truly take Christmas to the extreme.(50) ANPL Movie “Hercules Saves Christmas” (2011, Family) Hercules Rossi, Luigi Francis Shorty Rossi. An orphan helps Santa’s pit bull show a down-on-his-luck man find the Christmas spirit.9:30 p.m.(13) WEBA Great Performances The San Francisco Ballet performs Tchaikovsky’s ‘The Nutcracker’, reset to 1915 Panama.10:00 p.m.(24) LIFE Movie “A Diva’s Christmas Carol” (2000, Comedy/Drama) John Taylor, Vanessa L. Williams. A singing superstar who is big on ego but low on holiday spirit gets visited by ghosts.(28) TRAV Most Christmasy Places in America The ultimate cross-America Christmas tour.(32) TBS Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983,

Family) Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley. It’s the 1940s and Ralphie is afraid Santa will not bring him a much desired air rifle.(60) INSP Movie “The Man Who Saved Christmas” (2002, Family) Jason Alexander, Kelly Rowan. A disillusioned toy maker must save the day when Congress threatens to cancel Christmas.(64) HALL Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett, Sarah Paulson. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a young girl.11:00 p.m.(25) TLC My Big Fat Gypsy Christmas(28) TRAV Crazy for Christmas Some people have a passion for Christmas that makes them do extraordinary things.(50) ANPL Movie “Hercules Saves Christmas” (2011, Family) Hercules Rossi, Luigi Francis Shorty Rossi. An orphan helps Santa’s pit bull show a down-on-his-luck man find the Christmas spirit.11:30 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Judge Reinhold, Tim Allen. When a father inadvertently kills Santa Claus, he is recruited to take his place.Midnight(28) TRAV Christmas to the Extreme Join us as we celebrate Christmas with those who truly take Christmas to the extreme.(32) TBS Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley. It’s the 1940s and Ralphie is afraid Santa will not bring him a much desired air rifle.

Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Reese Witherspoon, Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents. TNT (19) December 9th at 8pm & 9:55pm • TNT (19) December 11th at 7:05pm • TNT (19) December 18th at 4:05pm

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(64) HALL Movie “The Ultimate Gift” (2006, Drama) Bill Cobbs, James Garner. Instead of money, a man is left a set of tasks as a crash course on life.(24) LIFE Movie “Undercover Christmas” (2003, Comedy/Drama) Jami Gertz, Tyne Daly. A FBI agent meets a free-spirited cocktail waitress when he is hired to protect her.1:00 a.m.(28) TRAV Most Christmasy Places in America The ultimate cross-America Christmas tour.(63) TBN Fort Lauderdale Christmas Pageant This festival features familiar carols and a concert of inspirational contemporary songs.1:30 a.m.(21) FAM ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas The citizens of a small town learn that Santa has struck their town off his delivery list.2:00 a.m.(25) TLC More Crazy Christmas Lights A search for the best Christmas lights on display from coast to coast.(28) TRAV Crazy for Christmas Some people have a passion for Christmas that makes them do extraordinary things.(32) TBS Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley. It’s the 1940s and Ralphie is afraid Santa will not bring him a much desired air rifle.(44) AMC Movie “Holiday Inn” (1942, Musical) Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire. A heart-broken man retires from the commotion of the big city and opens a country inn.(55) FX Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006, Comedy) Danny de Vito, Matthew Broderick. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit.(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Pageant” (2011, Comedy) Melissa Gilbert, Edward Herrman. An overbearing theater director begrudgingly takes a job directing a Christmas pageant.(24) LIFE Movie “A Diva’s Christmas Carol” (2000, Comedy/Drama) John Taylor, Vanessa L. Williams. A singing superstar who is big on ego but low on holiday spirit gets visited by ghosts.2:30 a.m.(45) TCM Movie “The Bishop’s Wife” (1947, Comedy) Cary Grant, David Niven. An angel comes to Earth to help a bishop and his wife raise funds to build a new church.3:00 a.m.(28) TRAV Christmas Crazy We dash from coast-to-coast to find the most decked-out holiday homes and stores.4:00 a.m.(32) TBS Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley. It’s the 1940s and Ralphie is afraid Santa will not

bring him a much desired air rifle.(63) TBN Movie “Christmas Child” (2003, Drama) William R. Moses, Tonya Bordeaux. A mysterious photograph leads a journalist to the small town of Clearwater, Texas.(64) HALL Movie “Christmas Magic” (2011, Drama) Lindy Booth. A guardian angel risks losing her wings when she falls in love.4:30 a.m.(45) TCM Movie “Tenth Avenue Angel” (1948, Drama) Angela Lansbury, George Murphy. A sweet child living in ghastly New York tenements influences a gangster to go straight.

SundayDecember 25

6:00 a.m(32) TBS Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley. It’s the 1940s and Ralphie is afraid Santa will not bring him a much desired air rifle.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams(64) HALL Movie “A Season for Miracles” (1999, Drama) Laura Dern, Patty Duke. A woman leaves with her sister’s children in an attempt to keep them from foster care.6:30 a.m.(13) WEBA Caillou Caillou goes caroling with Mommy, Daddy and the rest as he celebrates winter.7:00 a.m.(13) WEBA WordWorld Duck tries to lasso a star from the sky to give to Frog for his Christmas tree.(21) FAM Mickey’s Christmas Carol Greedy Scrooge McDuck is visited by the three ghosts of Christmas.(28) TRAV Christmas Crazy We dash from coast-to-coast to find the most decked-out holiday homes and stores.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams7:30 a.m.(21) FAM Jack Frost Jack Frost wants to leave his North Pole existence and become human.7:45 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams8:00 a.m.(13) WEBA America’s Children’s Parade This parade is recognized as one of the most prestigious children’s parades in the U.S.(32) TBS Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley. It’s the 1940s and Ralphie is afraid Santa will not bring him a much desired air rifle.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Mrs. Miracle” (2009, Family) James Van Der Beek. Mrs. Merkle, a nanny, changes the lives of a father and his six-year-old twins.

8:30 a.m.(21) FAM Pinocchio’s Christmas Pinocchio works at a puppet show to raise money to buy Geppetto a Christmas present.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams9:00 a.m.(13) WEBA Super WHY! The team speaks with Santa and learns about his childhood.9:30 a.m.(21) FAM Frosty’s Winter Wonderland The children build Frosty a companion out of snow after noticing how sad he has become.10:00 a.m.(21) FAM ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas The citizens of a small town learn that Santa has struck their town off his delivery list.(24) LIFE Movie “A Holiday to Remember” (1995, Family) Connie Sellecca, Randy Travis. A divorced woman returns home for the holidays and rediscovers her first love.(32) TBS Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley. It’s

the 1940s and Ralphie is afraid Santa will not bring him a much desired air rifle.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Call Me Mrs. Miracle” (2010, Drama) Doris Roberts, Eric Johnson. Mrs. Miracle, a magical lady turns the lives of a group of New Yorkers upside down.10:30 a.m.(21) FAM Rudolph’s Shiny New Year Rudolph must find Happy, the New Year baby, before midnight on New Year’s Eve.11:00 a.m.(13) WEBA Movie “Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas” (2009, Children) Elizabeth Daily, Jeff Bennett. Curious George and the Man with the Yellow Hat get ready for Christmas.11:30 a.m.(21) FAM Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Kris Kringle overcomes an evil ruler and delivers toys to children all over the world.Noon(8) ABC Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade(13) WEBA Christmas With the Mormon

Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas - The miserly Grinch plots to steal Christmas away from the perpetually positive Whos in a holiday special that has stood the test of time, “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” Based on the Dr. Seuss book of the same name, the 1966 animated short stars Boris Karloff as the Grinch in one of his final roles. Legendary animator Chuck Jones directed the film about the miserable creature who disguises himself as St. Nick and sneaks into Whoville to load up his sleigh with all of the town’s Christmas presents, decorations and food, even the roast beast. In the end, however, it’s the Grinch who learns a valuable lesson about true Christmas spirit. TOON (52) December 7th at 7:30pm • ABC (8) December 24th at 8pm

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Tabernacle Choir David Archuleta, Michael York, and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir perform holiday favorites.(24) LIFE Movie “A Boyfriend for Christmas” (2004, Romance) Kelli Williams, Patrick Muldoon. A girl tells Santa she wants a boyfriend for Christmas and he turns up 19 years later.(28) TRAV Christmas Fun in the Sun From Hawaii to the Caribbean, discover special ways people celebrate in warm weather.(32) TBS Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley. It’s the 1940s and Ralphie is afraid Santa will not bring him a much desired air rifle.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows, Aren Buchholz. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever.12:30 p.m.(21) FAM The Year Without a Santa Claus Santa decides to take time off because he feels people have lost the spirit of Christmas.1:00 p.m.(13) WEBA Christmas at St. Olaf The choirs of St. Olaf College perform classic Christmas compositions.(60) INSP Movie “The Christmas Box” (1995, Family) Annette O’Toole, Richard Thomas. A family learns the true meaning of Christmas after caring for a stubborn elderly widow.1:30 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Judge Reinhold, Tim Allen. When a father inadvertently kills Santa Claus, he is recruited to take his place.2:00 p.m.(13) WEBA Christmas at Belmont This musical collage includes repertoire from traditional carols to classical masterworks.(24) LIFE Movie “A Christmas Wedding” (2006, Comedy/Drama) Dean Cain, Eric Mabius. Emily and Ben’s perfect Christmas wedding is about to fall apart; Emily becomes stranded.(32) TBS Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley. It’s the 1940s and Ralphie is afraid Santa will not bring him a much desired air rifle.(64) HALL Movie “Christmas Magic” (2011, Drama) Lindy Booth. A guardian angel risks losing her wings when she falls in love.3:00 p.m.(60) INSP Movie “The Man Who Saved Christmas” (2002, Family) Jason Alexander, Kelly Rowan. A disillusioned toy maker must save the day when Congress threatens to cancel Christmas.3:30 p.m.(13) WEBA Hallelujah Singers A Christmas special featuring classic carols that will liven the spirit back in your home.(21) FAM Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen, Marin Short. As Santa prepares for a busy Christmas, the mischievous Jack Frost works as his assistant.4:00 p.m.(13) WEBA La Holiday Celebration(24) LIFE Movie “A Nanny for Christmas” (2010, Comedy) Dean Cain, Emmanuelle Vaugier. An advertising executive loses her job at a powerful firm just before the holidays.(32) TBS Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley. It’s the 1940s and Ralphie is afraid Santa will not bring him a much desired air rifle.(64) HALL Movie “The Christmas Pageant” (2011, Comedy) Melissa Gilbert, Edward Herrman. An overbearing theater director

begrudgingly takes a job directing a Christmas pageant.4:45 p.m.(40) CMT Movie “Unlikely Angel” (1996, Comedy) Dolly Parton, Roddy McDowall. A singer unexpectedly dies in an accident but must help others before entering Heaven.5:00 p.m.(13) WEBA Christmas With the Mormon Tabernacle Choir David Archuleta, Michael York, and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir perform holiday favorites.5:30 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York” (1992, Comedy) Joe Pesci, Macaulay Culkin. A boy finds himself all alone in New York City and sets out to foil two bumbling burglars.6:00 p.m.(13) WEBA Movie “Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas” (2009, Children) Elizabeth Daily, Jeff Bennett. Curious George and the Man with the Yellow Hat get ready for Christmas.(24) LIFE Movie “Nothing Like the Holidays” (2008, Comedy/Drama) Alfred Molina, Freddy Rodriguez. A Puerto Rican family spends a Christmas together, facing the fact it may be their last.(32) TBS Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley. It’s the 1940s and Ralphie is afraid Santa will not bring him a much desired air rifle.(64) HALL Movie “A Dog Named Christmas” (2009, Family) Bruce Greenwood, Linda Emond. A developmentally challenged man convinces his family to adopt a dog for Christmas.7:00 p.m.(27) DISC Holiday Marathon8:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.(24) LIFE Movie “Twelve Men of Christmas” (2009, Comedy) Anna Chlumsky, Kristin Chenoweth. A high-powered New York public relations executive finds love in a small town in Montana.(33) USA Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) James Caan, Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.(64) HALL Movie “The Ultimate Gift” (2006, Drama) Bill Cobbs, James Garner. Instead of money, a man is left a set of tasks as a crash course on life.9:30 p.m.(33) USA Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) James Caan, Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.10:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Beverly D’Angelo, Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays.(24) LIFE Movie “Dear Santa” (2011, Drama) Amy Acker, Gina Holden. A young woman finds a letter from a girl asking for a new wife for her dad.(63) TBN Movie “Mary and Joseph: A Story of Faith” (1979, Religious) Blanche Baker, Lloyd Bochner. Examine the courtship of Mary and Joseph and their early life before Jesus was born.(64) HALL Movie “A Season for Miracles” (1999, Drama) Laura Dern, Patty Duke. A woman leaves with her sister’s children in an attempt to keep them from foster care.

Midnight(32) TBS Movie “Call Me Claus” (2001, Comedy) Victor Garber, Whoopi Goldberg. A television producer unknowingly hires the real Santa to play Santa Claus on the network.(60) INSP Movie “The Christmas Secret” (2000, Family) Richard Thomas, Beau Bridges. A zoology professor sets out to prove that reindeers can fly and discovers Christmas.(24) LIFE Movie “Twelve Men of Christmas” (2009, Comedy) Anna Chlumsky, Kristin Chenoweth. A high-powered New York public relations executive finds love in a small town in Montana.12:30 a.m.(63) TBN Fort Lauderdale Christmas Pageant This festival features familiar carols and a concert of inspirational contemporary songs.2:00 a.m.(24) LIFE Movie “Dear Santa” (2011, Drama) Amy Acker, Gina Holden. A young woman finds a letter from a girl asking for a new wife for her dad.4:00 a.m.(63) TBN Thomas Kinkade Christmas4:30 a.m.(63) TBN Fort Lauderdale Christmas Pageant This festival features familiar carols and a concert of inspirational contemporary songs.

MondayDecember 26

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Silver Bells” (2005, Drama) Anne Heche, Tate Donovan. A widower and a young woman help each other to put their painful pasts behind them.7:00 a.m.(32) TBS Home Improvement Tim and Al are stranded at the airport and believe they won’t make it home for Christmas.8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Gift of the Magi” (2010, Drama) Marla Sokoloff, Scott Webber. A couple

decides not to exchange Christmas presents to save money over the holidays.9:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams10:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Roger Moore, Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas.6:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “Gift of the Magi” (2010, Drama) Marla Sokoloff, Scott Webber. A couple decides not to exchange Christmas presents to save money over the holidays.8:00 p.m.(8) ABC Rudolph’s Shiny New Year Rudolph must find Happy, the New Year baby, before midnight on New Year’s Eve.(44) AMC Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.(64) HALL Movie “Silver Bells” (2005, Drama) Anne Heche, Tate Donovan. A widower and a young woman help each other to put their painful pasts behind them.10:00 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.(64) HALL Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson, Aline Andrade. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children.

TuesdayDecember 27

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “An Old Fashioned Christmas” (2010, Drama) Jacqueline Bisset.

Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Darren McGavin, Peter Billingsley. As millions awaken to open presents and begin cooking holiday feasts, TBS serves up a traditional all-day marathon of this Yuletide classic based on the memoirs of humorist Jean Shepherd, in “A Christmas Story.” Set in 1940s small-town Indiana, the film follows 9-year-old Ralphie, a typical American boy who deals with bullies, homework and family drama. He dreams of getting a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas, and when his parents refuse to buy him one, he turns to Santa to get his special gift. Meanwhile, Ralphie’s parents fight over a lamp, and his little brother Randy spends most of his time hiding under the sink. TCM (45) December 6th at 9pm • TBS (32) December 24th All Day • TBS (32) December 25th All Day

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While in Ireland, Isabella hopes her long-ago suitor will help Tilly get published.7:30 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Roger Moore, Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas.8:30 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams9:00 a.m.(32) TBS Fresh Prince of Bel Air Hilary and Carlton learn the true meaning of Thanksgiving while serving food to homeless.9:30 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams10:30 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson, Aline Andrade. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children.6:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Three Gifts” (2009, Drama) Dean Cain, Jean Louisa Kelly. A couple houses three orphan boys over the holidays as their orphanage gets renovated.7:00 p.m.(32) TBS Seinfeld Kramer returns to work when the strike at the bagel shop ends; Frank celebrates Festivus.8:00 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.(64) HALL Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Gail O’Grady, Robert Mailhouse. A nine-year-old boy enters a contest to find a new husband for his mother.9:00 p.m.(40) CMT Larry The Cable Guy’s Star Studded Christmas Extravaganza Larry hosts a line-up of guests in this special featuring comedy and musical segments.10:00 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Mrs. Miracle” (2009, Family) James Van Der Beek. Mrs. Merkle, a nanny, changes the lives of a father and his six-year-old twins.10:45 p.m.(40) CMT Larry the Cable Guy’s Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau

WednesdayDecember 28

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Case for Christmas” (2011, Comedy/Drama) Rachel Blanchard, Amanda Barker. A lawyer and recent widower takes Santa on as a client and lets love into his life again.7:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams8:00 a.m.(32) TBS Fresh Prince of Bel Air Feeling unfulfilled despite her TV debut, Hilary announces that she wants to have a baby.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams(64) HALL Movie “The Three Gifts” (2009, Drama) Dean Cain, Jean Louisa Kelly. A couple houses three orphan boys over the holidays as their orphanage gets renovated.10:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams11:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Case for Christmas” (2011, Comedy/Drama) Rachel Blanchard, Amanda Barker. A lawyer and recent widower takes Santa on as a client and lets love into his life again.6:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “Christmas Magic” (2011, Drama) Lindy Booth. A guardian angel risks losing her wings when she falls in love.8:00 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.(64) HALL Movie “A Dog Named Christmas” (2009, Family) Bruce Greenwood, Linda Emond. A developmentally challenged man convinces his family to adopt a dog for Christmas.9:00 p.m.(21) FAM Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) James Caan, Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.10:00 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Call Me Mrs. Miracle” (2010, Drama) Doris Roberts, Eric Johnson. Mrs. Miracle, a magical lady turns the lives of a group of New Yorkers upside down.

ThursdayDecember 29

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Christmas Magic” (2011, Drama) Lindy Booth. A guardian angel risks losing her wings when she falls in love.8:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams(64) HALL Movie “A Dog Named Christmas” (2009, Family) Bruce Greenwood, Linda Emond. A developmentally challenged man convinces his family to adopt a dog for Christmas.9:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams10:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams11:15 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “Christmas Comes Home to Canaan” (2011, Drama) Billy Ray Cyrus, Zak Ludwig. A man falls in love with a beautiful doctor when he takes his son for an operation.6:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “Fallen Angel” (2003, Drama) Gary Sinise, Joely Richardson. A big-city lawyer returns to his small hometown and reconnects with a childhood friend.7:15 p.m.(40) CMT Larry The Cable Guy’s Star Studded

Christmas Extravaganza Larry hosts a line-up of guests in this special featuring comedy and musical segments.8:00 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.(64) HALL Movie “Farewell Mr. Kringle” (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor, Christopher Wiehl. A journalist writes about a Santa Claus impersonator who lives in a Christmas-themed town.9:15 p.m.(40) CMT Larry the Cable Guy’s Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau10:00 p.m.(44) AMC Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.(64) HALL Movie “Mistletoe Over Manhattan” (2011, Family) Tricia Helfer, Greg Bryk. When Santa considers retirement, Mrs. Claus tries to prove that his work still brings joy.

FridayDecember 30

6:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Season for Miracles” (1999, Drama) Laura Dern, Patty Duke. A woman

Disney’s Prep and Landing - Santa Claus may make it look easy year after year, but it takes a lot of preparation and organization to deliver toys around the globe in just one night. “Prep and Landing” brings viewers behind the scenes as highly skilled elves prep each and every house for Santa’s arrival. One such elf, Wayne, has been looking forward to a big promotion, but his hopes are dashed when his partner gets the promotion and he’s assigned to train Lanny, a rookie. Bitter, Wayne slacks off, and the results are disastrous. Determined to make things right, Wayne tries to save Christmas for one little boy and redeem himself. FAM (21) December 21st at 7pm • ABC (8) December 22nd at 8pm • FAM (21) December 24th at 5pm

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leaves with her sister’s children in an attempt to keep them from foster care.6:45 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Farewell Mr. Kringle” (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor, Christopher Wiehl. A journalist writes about a Santa Claus impersonator who lives in a Christmas-themed town.8:30 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams9:15 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams10:15 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett, Sarah Paulson. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a young girl.6:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Ultimate Gift” (2006, Drama) Bill Cobbs, James Garner. Instead of money, a man is left a set of tasks as a crash course on life.8:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows, Aren Buchholz. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever.10:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Good Witch’s Gift” (2010, Family) Catherine Bell, Chris Potter. As Cassie and Jake rush to plan their Christmas Eve wedding, they run into trouble.Midnight(64) HALL Movie “The Santa Suit” (2010, Comedy) Kevin Sorbo, Jennifer Gibson. The president of a marketing firm is turned into a Santa lookalike.2:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Season for Miracles” (1999, Drama) Laura Dern, Patty Duke. A woman leaves with her sister’s children in an attempt to keep them from foster care.3:30 a.m.(63) TBN Timeless Christmas Denver Bierman and his big band, Mile High Orchestra perform classic Christmas tunes.4:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Good Witch’s Gift” (2010, Family) Catherine Bell, Chris Potter. As Cassie and Jake rush to plan their Christmas Eve wedding, they run into trouble.

SaturdayDecember 31

6:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams(64) HALL Movie “A Carol Christmas” (2003, Drama) Dinah Manoff, Tori Spelling. An egomaniacal TV talk show host is given a chance at redemption on Christmas Eve.6:45 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams7:45 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Ultimate Gift” (2006, Drama) Bill Cobbs, James Garner. Instead of money, a man is left a set of tasks as a crash course on life.8:45 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams10:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Night Before The Night

Before Christmas” (2010, Family) Jennifer Beals, Rick Roberts. Santa Claus loses his memory and his magical bag two days before Christmas.Noon(64) HALL Movie “The Santa Suit” (2010, Comedy) Kevin Sorbo, Jennifer Gibson. The president of a marketing firm is turned into a Santa lookalike.2:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Town Christmas Forgot” (2010, Family) Lauren Holly, Rick Roberts. An upscale, urban family gets stranded in a remote lumber town two days before Christmas.4:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Santa Incident” (2010, Family) James Cosmo, Michael McElhatton. Santa is marooned in a small town when his sleigh is mistaken for a UFO.6:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Judge Reinhold, Tim Allen. When a father inadvertently kills Santa Claus, he is recruited to take his place.7:00 p.m.(27) DISC Holiday Marathon8:00 p.m.(8) ABC New Year’s Rockin’ Eve: The 40th Anniversary Party(64) HALL Movie “Santa Jr.” (2002, Comedy) Nick Stabile, Judd Nelson. Santa’s adult son learns the spirit of Christmas when he takes over the family business.9:00 p.m.(28) TRAV Christmas to the Extreme Join us as we celebrate Christmas with those who truly take Christmas to the extreme.10:00 p.m.(2) (3) NBC New Year’s Eve With Carson Daly(8) ABC Dick Clark’s Primetime New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest(28) TRAV Most Christmasy Places in America The ultimate cross-America Christmas tour.(64) HALL Movie “The Town Christmas Forgot” (2010, Family) Lauren Holly, Rick Roberts. An upscale, urban family gets stranded in a remote lumber town two days before Christmas.11:00 p.m.(10) FOX Fox New Year’s Eve Special11:30 p.m.(2) (3) NBC New Year’s Eve With Carson DalyMidnight(21) FAM Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) James Caan, Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.(28) TRAV Christmas to the Extreme Join us as we celebrate Christmas with those who truly take Christmas to the extreme.(64) HALL Movie “Battle of the Bulbs” (2010, Comedy) Daniel Stern, Matt Frewer. Two men compete to see who can make the best Christmas display in the neighborhood.1:00 a.m.(28) TRAV Most Christmasy Places in America The ultimate cross-America Christmas tour.2:00 a.m.(28) TRAV Crazy for Christmas Some people have a passion for Christmas that makes them do extraordinary things.(64) HALL Movie “The Santa Incident” (2010, Family) James Cosmo, Michael McElhatton. Santa is marooned in a small town when his sleigh is mistaken for a UFO.3:00 a.m.(28) TRAV Christmas Crazy We dash from coast-to-coast to find the most decked-out holiday homes and stores.

4:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Carol Christmas” (2003, Drama) Dinah Manoff, Tori Spelling. An egomaniacal TV talk show host is given a chance at redemption on Christmas Eve.

SundayJanuary 1

6:00 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams(64) HALL Movie “Mistletoe Over Manhattan” (2011, Family) Tricia Helfer, Greg Bryk. When Santa considers retirement, Mrs. Claus tries to prove that his work still brings joy.7:00 a.m.(28) TRAV Christmas Crazy We dash from coast-to-coast to find the most decked-out holiday homes and stores.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams7:45 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams8:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Holiday Engagement” (2011, Comedy) Shelley Long, Haylie Duff. A woman hires a man to come home and pretend to be her fiancé over the holidays.8:30 a.m.(40) CMT Mistletoe Jams10:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Judge Reinhold, Tim Allen. When a father inadvertently kills Santa Claus, he is recruited to take his place.Noon(28) TRAV Christmas Fun in the Sun From Hawaii to the Caribbean, discover special ways people celebrate in warm weather.(64) HALL Movie “A Christmas Wedding Tail” (2011, Comedy) Shawn Ardalan, Brown Ariana. Two dog owners owners fall in love and it’s up to the pets to perform a Christmas miracle.2:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “Santa Jr.” (2002, Comedy) Nick Stabile, Judd Nelson. Santa’s adult son learns the spirit of Christmas when he takes over the family business.4:00 p.m.

(64) HALL Movie “Mistletoe Over Manhattan” (2011, Family) Tricia Helfer, Greg Bryk. When Santa considers retirement, Mrs. Claus tries to prove that his work still brings joy.6:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “Battle of the Bulbs” (2010, Comedy) Daniel Stern, Matt Frewer. Two men compete to see who can make the best Christmas display in the neighborhood.7:00 p.m.(27) DISC Holiday Marathon8:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Christmas Wedding Tail” (2011, Comedy) Shawn Ardalan, Brown Ariana. Two dog owners owners fall in love and it’s up to the pets to perform a Christmas miracle.10:00 p.m.(64) HALL Movie “A Holiday Engagement” (2011, Comedy) Shelley Long, Haylie Duff. A woman hires a man to come home and pretend to be her fiancé over the holidays.Midnight(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Mrs. Miracle” (2009, Family) James Van Der Beek. Mrs. Merkle, a nanny, changes the lives of a father and his six-year-old twins.2:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Call Me Mrs. Miracle” (2010, Drama) Doris Roberts, Eric Johnson. Mrs. Miracle, a magical lady turns the lives of a group of New Yorkers upside down.4:00 a.m.(64) HALL Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows, Aren Buchholz. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever.

Movie “Battle of the Bulbs” (2010, Comedy) Daniel Stern, Matt Frewer. Two men compete to see who can make the best Christmas display in the neighborhood. HALL (64) December 2nd at 5pm • HALL (64) December 3rd at 10am • HALL (64) December 7th at 6am & 6pm • HALL (64) December 16th at 10pm • HALL (64) December 18th at 8am • HALL (64) December 31st at Midnight • HALL (64) January 1st at 6pm

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