WHAT TO WATCH
From the publishers of TV Guide
Bridgerton Netflix (new series)
From Shonda Rhimes’ Shondaland comes this quick-witted and romantic period drama inspired by Julia Quinn’s bestselling novels. The series follows Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor), the eldest daughter of the powerful Bridgerton family, as she makes her debut onto Regency London’s competitive marriage market. Daphne finds herself in an increasing attraction to, and battle of wits with, the Duke of Hastings (Regé-jean Page), the catch of the season. Julie Andrews lends her voice to the mysterious Lady Whistledown, author of a high-society scandal sheet.
We Can Be Heroes
Netflix (original film) Robert Rodriguez (“Spy Kids”) wrote, directed and produced this family-oriented fantasy adventure, which is a stand-alone sequel to his 2005 film “The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl.” When alien invaders kidnap Earth’s superheroes, their children must team up and learn to work together if they want to save their parents — and the world. Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Christian Slater and Pedro Pascal lead the cast.
Queen’s Christmas Message 2020 Britbox
Every year on Christmas Day, Queen Elizabeth addresses the public in a broadcast in which she shares a chronicle of the year’s major events and personal milestones.
Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Celebration
ABC, 9 a.m.
Disney’s annual Christmas celebration features heartwarming stories and celebrity performances.
Aerial America Marathon
Smithsonian Channel, beginning at 11 a.m.
Take off on a thrilling flight
across America. This epic series offers rare glimpses of our nation’s most treasured landmarks, all seen from breathtaking heights.
Worst Cooks in America
Cooking Channel, beginning at 2 p.m.
Nine new episodes air back-toback.
“The Osbournes Want to Believe” Marathon Travel Channel, beginning at 2 p.m.
Enjoy hours of the reality series in which Jack Osbourne is determined to make his parents, Ozzy and Sharon, full-fledged paranormal believers by sharing the craziest, most jaw-dropping videos of supernatural activity ever caught on camera for them to experience and critique.
My Sweet Holiday
Lifetime, 7 p.m. (original film)
When Sadie’s (Malone Thomas) boyfriend cancels their holiday plans, she decides to spend Christmas with her parents back in her hometown, only to find out they’ve sold the family’s beloved chocolate store to a stranger who knows nothing about chocolate. Begrudgingly, her father convinces her that she’d be the obvious choice to help teach the new owner everything she knows about chocolate.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
NBC, 7 p.m.
In this original 1966 TV special based on Dr. Seuss’ classic story, Boris Karloff narrates and voices the title Grinch, who schemes to steal every material vestige of Christmas from the Whos of Whoville.
Holidays With the Hepburns
TCM, beginning at 7 p.m. While Katharine Hepburn and Audrey Hepburn were not related, they shared a charisma and acting talent that established them in Hollywood history. Tonight’s six-film lineup featuring three titles for each. The evening begins with Audrey’s Best Actress Oscar-nominated performance as the title character in Billy Wilder’s romantic comedy “Sabrina” (1954) and also includes the beloved musical “My Fair Lady” (1964), and in the romantic comedy “Two for the Road” (1967). Katharine’s films include her Best Actress Oscar-nominated role in John Huston’s 1951 classic “The African Queen”; in the 1938 romantic comedy “Holiday,” helmed by her frequent director George Cukor; and in her Best Actress Oscar-winning role in “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” (1967), alongside her longtime partner and fellow screen legend Spencer Tracy.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
NBC, 7:30 p.m.
Jim Carrey plays Dr. Seuss’
titular meanie in this 2000 liveaction adaptation directed by Ron Howard.
“Call the Midwife” Holiday Special
PBS, 8 p.m.
It is December 1965. Everyone at Nonnatus House is looking forward to traditional celebrations with all the trimmings, but nothing goes quite to plan. Sister Monica Joan is rushed to hospital, and Trixie is incensed to receive a subscription to a Marriage Bureau as a Christmas gift. Meanwhile, a surprise reunion for Shelagh involves her in a deeply moving birth, and the circus arrives in Poplar, bringing new friendships, new experiences and an exciting adventure for Nurse Crane.
Paranormal Caught on Camera
Travel Channel, 9 p.m. Two friends emerge unharmed after a car plows into a restaurant; skydivers miraculously survive after their planes collide; a Utah man stares death in the face as he’s stalked by an angry cougar; and more.