‘The Hunt’
First slated for release in 2019, this often graphic melodrama was delayed during a period of actual violence ... debuting several months later, but just before the coronavirus pandemic shut down most theaters and sent this to On Demand early. Hilary Swank plays the ringleader of an elite group that makes a sport out of pursuing so-called undesirables, with one target portrayed by Betty Gilpin (“GLOW”). It truly is a matter of the survival of both the fittest and the fastest. The picture was cowritten and co-produced by Damon Lindelof (“Lost,” “Watchmen”)..
8 PM & The Blacklist As Liz (Megan Boone) continues pushing a source for answers, Red (James Spader) and the task force uneasily grapple with the potential implications of her actions in the new episode “Katarina Rostova: Conclusion.” Ultimately, tensions start to boil over and a drastic action is taken, which may well change Red and Liz’s relationship forever. Laila Robins guest stars; Diego Klattenhoff also stars. 8 PM ( LIFE) MOVIE A Taste of Christmas When restaurateur Francesca (Nia Vardalos) is forced to cancel the scheduled Christmas Eve opening of her new Italian eatery just three days in advance, her cousin Natalie (Anni Krueger) frets about the diners who had planned on attending and now may spend Christmas Eve alone. Determined to avoid that depressing scenario, Natalie enlists the reluctant help of handsome but very skeptical Chef Stefano (Gilles Marini) to do whatever it takes to make the opening happen. Andrew Brodeur and Emma Myers also star in this 2020 Christmas romance.
8 PM ( LMN) MOVIE Ruthless Realtor Annie and Ralph Savage
(Lily Anne Harrison, Brian Ames) are delighted when they find and move into the home of their dreams, but even after the transaction is closed, their real estate agent, Meg (Christie Burson), keeps finding excuses to pop over to their residence unannounced. Feeling creeped out by Meg’s evident obsession with them, the Savages try to distance themselves and even get the police involved, but Meg insists she’s just concerned for Annie and Ralph’s safety. Alexandra Peters also stars in this 2020 thriller. 8:30 PM ( MAX) MOVIE The Hunt First slated for release in 2019, this often graphic melodrama was delayed during a period of actual violence ... debuting several months later, but just before the coronavirus pandemic shut down most theaters and sent this to On Demand early. Hilary Swank plays the ringleader of an elite group that makes a sport out of pursuing so-called undesirables, with one target portrayed by Betty Gilpin (“GLOW”). It truly is a matter of the survival of both the fittest and the fastest. The picture was co-written and co-produced by Damon Lindelof (“Lost,” “Watchmen”).
9 PM ^ Great Performances “Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn” is the stage-musical version of the story and songs that inspired a classic movie (and actually a second one, too, since certain elements also were used in “White Christmas”). A site open to guests on holidays is the setting. Stars include Bryce Pinkham, Lora Lee Gayer, Megan Lawrence and Corbin Bleu. Included in the score are ”Easter Parade,” “Blue Skies” and “Cheek to Cheek.”
9 PM ( HGTV) Holiday Crafters Gone Wild Author and TV personality Jay Manuel hosts this two-hour competition of epic decorative proportions, wherein holiday craft aficionados battle it out for a $10,000 cash prize, plus all-important bragging rights. Challenges range from such tasks as creating over-the-top landscapes to festive and one-of-a-kind tree toppers. Emmy-winning designer Kim Myles and lifestyle expert and party planner Michael Russo judge the contestants on creativity, complexity and craftsmanship.
10:30 PM ( ESPN) College Football It’s a clash of Pac-12 rivals tonight in Eugene, Ore., where the Oregon Ducks will defend home turf from the UCLA Bruins. The No. 14 Ducks’ imposing defense will prove challenging for the Bruins’ junior quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson, whose growth over two seasons in SoCal has disappointed some. And history is on the Ducks’ side: They’re 12-3 against the Bruins since 2000, including a 60-13 blowout in 2010.
12 AM ( LMN) MOVIE Ruthless Realtor Annie and Ralph Savage
(Lily Anne Harrison, Brian Ames) are delighted when they find and move into the home of their dreams, but even after the transaction is closed, their real estate agent, Meg (Christie Burson), keeps finding excuses to pop over to their residence unannounced. Feeling creeped out by Meg’s evident obsession with them, the Savages try to distance themselves and even get the police involved, but Meg insists she’s just concerned for Annie and Ralph’s safety. Alexandra Peters also stars in this 2020 thriller.