TV highlights
SUNDAY
8 p.m. on LIFE
Movie: The Christmas Pact When Ben and Sadie (Jarod Joseph, Kyla Pratt) were 8 years old, they planted a halfdead little Christmas tree behind their church and made a pact with each other. In the years since, that tiny tree has grown stronger and taller, but the everyday nuisances and responsibilities of life have driven some unwelcome space between these childhood friends.
MONDAY
9:30 p.m. on FREEFRM Pop Up Santa Holiday Special Get out your handkerchiefs as “So You Think You Can Dance” colleagues and spouses Stephen “tWitch” Boss and Allison Holker cohost this new 90-minute special that highlights feel-good yet tear-jerking moments in which unsuspecting people get a much-needed infusion of the holiday spirit. Ballerina Misty Copeland, “The Fosters” actress Sherri Saum, former NFL star DeMarco Murray and a special Marvel guest give an assist in scenes featuring a home giveaway, a surprise baby shower at a military base and a family reunion of epic proportions.
TUESDAY
8 p.m. on TRAV Legends of the Lost With Megan Fox
Possessed with a keen natural curiosity, actress Megan Fox travels on an extended journey to re-examine some of the world’s most enduring legends and lore in this new four-part series. In the series premiere, “Viking Women Warriors,” Fox travels to both Scandinavia and England to investigate a bold hypothesis that is gaining wide support: that women played an invaluable role in helping Viking legions become the most feared army of their time.
WEDNESDAY
9 p.m. on DSC
Border Live
The border between the United States and Mexico has become a dividing line in more than one respect, fueled by partisan politics and politicians. This new six-part weekly series will provide live coverage along that border, following events and personal stories as they develop. THURSDAY
9 p.m. on WTAE
The Great American Baking Show: Holiday Edition There’s definitely no shortage of spice as this hit culinary competition series returns for season four with new host Emma Bunton of the Spice Girls joining co-host and former gridiron star Anthony “Spice” Adams for this two-hour season premiere. FRIDAY
8 p.m. on AMC
Movie: Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You The pop superstar is heard as herself in this 2017 yuletide feature inspired by Ms. Carey’s smash (and inescapable) Christmas tune, but her younger, CGI-animated self is voiced by Breanna Yde in a story that opens with little Mariah yearning to get a puppy. She has her eye on a pooch at the pet store, but first she must prove that she’s responsible enough by dog-sitting Jack, her uncle’s crazy, highmaintenance canine. SATURDAY
8 p.m. on FREEFRM Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings: Holiday Magic
Married dancers and choreographers Allison Holker and Stephen “tWitch” Boss co-host this all-new installment of enchanting nuptial ceremonies at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Since those Disney geniuses rarely miss a marketing opportunity, this year’s special throws a spotlight on the company’s huge Christmas movie release, “Mary Poppins Returns.”