What to watch
THURSDAY
December 21, 2023
All times Pacific. Start times can vary based on cable/satellite provider. Confirm times on your on-screen guide.
Dr. Death
Peacock Season Premiere
This season of the true-crime anthology series follows “Miracle Man” Paolo Macchiarini (Edgar Ramírez), a charming Swiss-italian surgeon renowned for his innovative operations. When investigative journalist Benita Alexander (Mandy Moore) approaches him for a story, the line between personal and professional begins to blur, changing her life forever. As she learns how far Paolo will go to protect his secrets, a group of doctors halfway across the world makes shocking discoveries of their own that call everything about him into question. All episodes are available today.
NFL Football:
New Orleans at L.A. Rams
Prime Video, 5:15 p.m. Live
Thursday Night Football comes to Sofi Stadium in Inglewood, California, as the New Orleans Saints take on the L.A. Rams.
iheartradio Jingle Ball 2023
ABC, 8 p.m. iheartmedia will celebrate the holiday season with performances by the year’s biggest artists, including Olivia Rodrigo, Usher, Nicki Minaj, Onerepublic, Jelly Roll and more.
Christmas at Graceland
NBC, 8 p.m.
The legacy of Elvis Presley and the spirit of the holiday season come together in this one-hour music special that first aired in November. Christmas at Graceland features music’s biggest stars celebrating the King of Rock ’n’ Roll, his music and his favorite time of year in an unprecedented holiday special. The special was filmed from all corners of the estate, which is guaranteed to excite the millions of people who have visited Graceland, as well as those who have not.
Son of a Critch
The CW, 8 p.m.
In “European Vacation,” Mark (Benjamin Evan Ainsworth) tries to win back Fox (Sophia Powers) during a school trip; Pop (Malcolm Mcdowell) revisits his past life as a bootlegger.
The Christmas Break
FOX, 8 p.m. Original Film
When couple Jack (Justin Long) and Caroline (India Mullen) travel to Caroline’s native Ireland for Christmas, they find themselves at a crossroads in their marriage.
Miracle in Bethlehem, PA
Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, 8 p.m. Original Film
Due to some bad weather, Mary Ann Brubeck (Laura Vandervoort) and her recently adopted baby girl get stuck in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, for the holidays. The only room available in town is with the innkeeper’s brother Joe (Benjamin Ayres), a local bachelor. As the two begin to spend time together during the community’s Christmas celebrations, they soon form a bond.
Children Ruin Everything
The CW, 8:30 p.m.
In “Expectations,” Astrid (Meaghan Rath), set to give birth to her child, and James (Aaron Abrams) look back on when they first moved in.
Dick Van Dyke 98 Years of Magic
CBS, 9 p.m.
This two-hour entertainment special honors and celebrates the legendary career of iconic actor and performer Dick Van Dyke on his 98th birthday.
Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas
NBC, 9 p.m.
Dolly Parton leads this 2022 production, a modern-day movie musical about the making of a network TV special. It showcases the frenetic backstage story and delightful onstage results of her desire to share the unique mountain magic she has always found in and around Dollywood at Christmastime. Throughout the production numbers and rehearsal chaos, Dolly finds herself taking a private journey into her past, guided by her personal Three Wise Mountain Men. The film includes Dolly’s hits “9 to 5” and “I Will Always Love You,” as well as a holiday medley and more. Among the musical guests are Willie Nelson, Billy Ray Cyrus and Miley Cyrus.