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9 a.m.

(WFMY, Channel 2) The Thanksgiving Day Parade on CBS. Highlights of Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade; Reba McEntire performs; performances by the Broadway casts of "West Side Story'' and "Ragtime''; the cast of "Dreamgirls'' performs.

(WXII, Channel 12) Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. New York's 83rd annual event features floats and marching bands; Andrea Bocelli, Boys Like Girls, Alan Cumming, Jimmy Fallon and the Roots, Gloria Gaynor and Carly Simon.

10 a.m.

(BRAVO) "Top Chef." The chefs prepare Thanksgiving dinner.

11 a.m.

(FAM) "Gilmore Girls." Lorelai and Rory make the rounds on Thanksgiving Day, celebrating with Lane, Sookie, Luke and Lorelai's parents.

Noon

(BRAVO) "Top Chef." The chefs must impress the Foo Fighters as they join the band for a tour stop in Syracuse, N.Y.

(HIST) "Inside Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade." Planners and organizers discuss the work that goes into producing the annual event.

(TOON) "The Bugs Bunny Thanksgiving Diet." From 1979. Dr. Bunny dispenses advice for avoiding holiday gluttony.

1 p.m.

(BRAVO) "Top Chef." The chefs cater a Christmas cocktail party hosted by Natasha Richardson.

(HIST) "Home for the Holidays: The History of Thanksgiving." The history and traditions of Thanksgiving, including the Pilgrims at Plymouth Rock, annual parades and football.

2 p.m.

(BRAVO) "Top Chef Holiday Special"

3:30 p.m.

(TOON) "The Bugs Bunny Thanksgiving Diet." From 1979. Dr. Bunny dispenses advice for avoiding holiday gluttony.

4 p.m.

(FAM) "Santa Jr.'' (2002, Romance-Comedy) Lauren Holly, Judd Nelson. A public defender tries to help St. Nick's son after he is accused of stealing Christmas presents.

6 p.m.

(FAM) "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus'' (2001, Comedy) Connie Sellecca, Corbin Bernsen. A boy behaves badly after thinking Santa is trying to ruin his parents' marriage.

(HIST) "Inside Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade." Planners and organizers discuss the work that goes into producing the annual event.

7 p.m.

(HIST) "Home for the Holidays: The History of Thanksgiving." The history and traditions of Thanksgiving, including the Pilgrims at Plymouth Rock, annual parades and football.

8 p.m.

(WXLV, Channel 45) "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving." The Peanuts gather around Charlie's pingpong table for an unusual feast; a bonus cartoon is "This Is America, Charlie Brown: The Mayflower Voyagers.''

(COM) "Jeff Dunham's Very Special Christmas Special." The comic performs.

(FAM) "Miracle on 34th Street'' (1994, Fantasy) Richard Attenborough, Elizabeth Perkins. A department store Santa claims to be the real St. Nick.

(HGTV) "25 Great Holiday Ideas." Viewer-inspired holiday decorating and entertaining ideas; transforming a home into a place to welcome holiday guests.

9 p.m.

(USA) "Elf'' (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa's workshop to search for his family.

11:05 p.m.

(VH1) "Larry the Cable Guy's Christmas Spectacular." Larry pays tribute to Christmas with a variety of parodies, sketches, animation and man-on-the-street bits.

Midnight

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau." Larry the Cable Guy's holiday special featuring many comedic stars, sketches and musical performances.

3 a.m.

(HGTV) "25 Great Holiday Ideas." Viewer-inspired holiday decorating and entertaining ideas; transforming a home into a place to welcome holiday guests.

 

Friday

10:30 a.m.

(HGTV) "HGTV's Home for the Holidays 2009"

11 a.m.

(HGTV) "HGTV's Home for the Holidays." A tour of Vern Yip's Atlanta house filled with yuletide decor; Steve Watson cuts down and trims a tree.

Noon

(HGTV) "Decked for the Holidays." Decorating for the holidays.

2 p.m.

(HGTV) "My Parents' House: Home for the Holidays." A family with 11 siblings receives a home makeover.

3 p.m.

(HGTV) "25 Great Holiday Ideas." Viewer-inspired holiday decorating and entertaining ideas; transforming a home into a place to welcome holiday guests.

5 p.m.

(FAM) "A Dennis the Menace Christmas'' (2007, Comedy) Robert Wagner, Louise Fletcher. A mischievous boy shows his neighbor the holiday spirit.

7 p.m.

(COM) "Jeff Dunham's Very Special Christmas Special." The comic performs.

(USA) "Elf'' (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa's workshop to search for his family.

8 p.m.

(HIST) "Surviving the Holidays With Lewis Black." Armed with history and humor, Lewis Black takes aim at the holiday season.

9 p.m.

(LIFE) "Call Me Claus'' (2001, Comedy) Whoopi Goldberg, Nigel Hawthorne. Facing mandatory retirement after 200 years, Santa Claus asks a television producer to replace him.

(TBS) "The Santa Clause'' (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold. An adman takes over for the bearded, big-bellied fellow after a rooftop mishap on Christmas Eve.

10 p.m.

(MTV) "Bad Santa'' (2003, Comedy) Billy Bob Thornton, Tony Cox. Two criminals disguise themselves as St. Nick and an elf to rob stores at Christmastime.

Midnight

(MTV) "Bad Santa'' (2003, Comedy) Billy Bob Thornton, Tony Cox. Two criminals disguise themselves as St. Nick and an elf to rob stores at Christmastime.

12:01 a.m.

(HIST) "Surviving the Holidays With Lewis Black." Armed with history and humor, Lewis Black takes aim at the holiday season.

 

Saturday

10 a.m.

(FAM) "Holly and Hal Moose: Our Uplifting Christmas Adventure." Two antlered workers at the North Pole Weather Center try to help Santa save the holidays.

11 a.m.

(LIFE) "Holiday Wishes'' (2006, Drama) Amber Benson. A spoiled, wealthy child and a girl in an orphanage magically switch bodies.

(TNT) "The Closer." Brenda and Fritz search for a gang that killed two guards during an armored-car heist; Brenda's family wants to spend Christmas together.

1 p.m.

(FAM) "Richie Rich's Christmas Wish'' (1998, Comedy) David Gallagher, Martin Mull. Richie wishes he was never born, and his wish comes true.

(LIFE) "Eve's Christmas'' (2004, Comedy-Drama) Elisa Donovan, Cheryl Ladd. A lonely career woman gets a second chance to rethink a fateful decision after she makes a wish upon a Christmas Eve star.

2 p.m.

(UNC-TV, Channel 4) "Rick Steves' European Christmas." Rick Steves visits seven European cultures at Christmastime.

3 p.m.

(LIFE) "Single Santa Seeks Mrs. Claus'' (2004, Romance-Comedy) Crystal Bernard, Steve Guttenberg. Santa's heir woos a widowed advertising executive who wants to use him in the biggest ad campaign of her career.

4 p.m.

(WMYV, Channel 48) "Home for the Holidays'' (1995, Comedy) Holly Hunter, Robert Downey Jr. Fights and reconciliations mark a single mom's Thanksgiving with her dysfunctional Baltimore clan.

5 p.m.

(LIFE) "The Road to Christmas'' (2006, Comedy) Jennifer Grey, Clark Gregg. A determined woman hitchhikes with a widower and his 12-year-old daughter to reach her wedding on Christmas Eve.

6:30 p.m.

(UNC-TV, Channel 4) "Happy Holidays: The Best of the Andy Williams Christmas Shows." Classic clips from Andy Williams' Christmas specials, including interviews with Bobby Williams and Donny Osmond.

7 p.m.

(DISN) "The Santa Clause 2'' (2002, Comedy) Tim Allen, Elizabeth Mitchell. Santa must get married by Christmas Eve to save the holiday and keep his job.

(LIFE) "Secret Santa'' (2003, Drama) Jennie Garth, Steve Eckholdt. A young journalist learns the true meaning of Christmas while trying to uncover the identity of a mysterious philanthropist.

(TBS) "The Santa Clause'' (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold. An adman takes over for the bearded, big-bellied fellow after a rooftop mishap on Christmas Eve.

8 p.m.

(WXII, Channel 12) "Merry Madagascar." Alex, Marty, Melman and Gloria must deliver Santa's presents to save Christmas when Santa gets amnesia.

(HGTV) "Sandra Lee Celebrates." Holiday Homecoming: Despite a challenging year, a family works with Sandra to create a holiday of good food, decorating projects and gifts on a very low budget.

(WGN-A) "Home for the Holidays'' (1995, Comedy) Holly Hunter, Robert Downey Jr. Fights and reconciliations mark a single mom's Thanksgiving with her dysfunctional Baltimore clan.

9 p.m.

(LIFE) "Comfort and Joy'' (2003, Comedy-Drama) Nancy McKeon, Dixie Carter. Knocked unconscious in a car accident, a woman awakens to learn she is married and has two children.

(TBS) "Jingle All the Way'' (1996, Comedy) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sinbad. A crazed postman, a tough policeman and a shady Santa impede a workaholic seeking a coveted toy for his son.

(USA) "Elf'' (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa's workshop to search for his family.

11 p.m.

(HALL) "All I Want for Christmas." (2007, Drama) Gail O'Grady, Greg Germann and Robert Mailhouse.

(LIFE) "Comfort and Joy'' (2003, Comedy-Drama) Nancy McKeon, Dixie Carter. Knocked unconscious in a car accident, a woman awakens to learn she is married and has two children.

3 a.m.

(DISN) "The Ultimate Christmas Present'' (2000, Comedy) Hallee Hirsh, Brenda Song. Two girls' plan to close school by making it snow in Los Angeles jeopardizes Christmas.

(HGTV) "Sandra Lee Celebrates." Holiday Homecoming: Despite a challenging year, a family works with Sandra to create a holiday of good food, decorating projects and gifts on a very low budget.

 

Sunday

Noon

(DISN) "The Santa Clause 2'' (2002, Comedy) Tim Allen, Elizabeth Mitchell. Santa must get married by Christmas Eve to save the holiday and keep his job.

1 p.m.

(LIFE) "Christmas Child'' (2003, Drama) William R. Moses, Megan Follows. A mysterious photograph leads a journalist to a small Texas town at Christmastime.

2 p.m.

(FAM) "Once Upon a Christmas'' (2000, Fantasy) John Dye, Kathy Ireland. The daughter of Santa Claus vows to transform a single father and his spoiled children to prove that the spirit of Christmas exists.

3 p.m.

(HIST) "Surviving the Holidays With Lewis Black." Armed with history and humor, Lewis Black takes aim at the holiday season.

(LIFE) "Noel'' (2004, Drama) Penelope Cruz, Susan Sarandon. A couple, a diner chef, an editor, an orphaned hustler and a former priest find unexpected happiness on the holidays.

4 p.m.

(WXLV, Channel 45) "Surviving Christmas'' (2004, Comedy) Ben Affleck, James Gandolfini. A lonely man returns to his childhood home and celebrates the holiday with the strangers who live there.

(FAM) "Twice Upon a Christmas'' (2001, Fantasy) Kathy Ireland, John Dye. When a widower proposes to Santa's daughter, his children try to discover the truth about her past.

5 p.m.

(LIFE) "Home for the Holidays'' (2005, Drama) Sean Young, Perry King. A loving aunt struggles to adopt her young relatives after their parents die in a car accident.

6 p.m.

(FAM) "Home Alone 4'' (2002, Comedy) French Stewart, Mike Weinberg. Kevin tries to reunite his separated parents while dealing with an old nemesis.

(TBS) "Jingle All the Way'' (1996, Comedy) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sinbad. A crazed postman, a tough policeman and a shady Santa impede a workaholic seeking a coveted toy for his son.

7 p.m.

(LIFE) "A Town Without Christmas'' (2001, Drama) Patricia Heaton, Rick Roberts. A television reporter and an aspiring writer join the search for a missing boy who wrote a disturbing letter to Santa Claus.

8 p.m.

(FAM) "The Dog Who Saved Christmas'' (2009, Comedy) Dean Cain, Gary Valentine. A crafty canine jumps to the rescue when two bumbling thieves target his master's home during the holidays.

(HGTV) "Behind the Magic: Disney Holidays." A crew documents preparations that go into decorating Walt Disney World for the holiday season.

(NICK) "Merry Christmas, Drake & Josh'' (2008, Comedy) Drake Bell, Josh Peck. To avoid trouble with the law, two brothers promise to provide the best Christmas possible for a girl and her family.

(TBS) "The Santa Clause'' (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold. An adman takes over for the bearded, big-bellied fellow after a rooftop mishap on Christmas Eve.

9 p.m.

(WFMY, Channel 2) "A Dog Named Christmas'' (2009, Drama) Bruce Greenwood, Noel Fisher. A mentally challenged man embarks on a mission to find homes for dogs during the holidays.

(UNC-TV, Channel 4) "Great Performances." David Foster joins Andrea Bocelli for a performance of seasonal favorites; guests include Natalie Cole, Mary J. Blige, Katherine Jenkins, the Muppets and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir.

(LIFE) "Home by Christmas'' (2006, Drama) Linda Hamilton. A housewife must learn to make it on her own after her husband divorces her and she loses everything.

9:45 p.m.

(TBS) "The Santa Clause'' (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold. An adman takes over for the bearded, big-bellied fellow after a rooftop mishap on Christmas Eve.

10 p.m.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau." Larry the Cable Guy's holiday special featuring many comedic stars, sketches and musical performances.

(FAM) "The Dog Who Saved Christmas'' (2009, Comedy) Dean Cain, Gary Valentine. A crafty canine jumps to the rescue when two bumbling thieves target his master's home during the holidays.

11 p.m.

(LIFE) "Home by Christmas'' (2006, Drama) Linda Hamilton. A housewife must learn to make it on her own after her husband divorces her and she loses everything.

11:30 p.m.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Star Studded Christmas Extravaganza." Larry's annual Christmas special with guests Terry Bradshaw, Lewis Black, Jeff Foxworthy and others.

1 a.m.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau." Larry the Cable Guy's holiday special featuring many comedic stars, sketches and musical performances.

3 a.m.

(HGTV) "Behind the Magic: Disney Holidays." A crew documents preparations that go into decorating Walt Disney World for the holiday season.

 

Monday

7 p.m.

(FAM) "The Dog Who Saved Christmas'' (2009, Comedy) Dean Cain, Gary Valentine. A crafty canine jumps to the rescue when two bumbling thieves target his master's home during the holidays.

8 p.m.

(WXLV, Channel 45) How the Grinch Stole Christmas: The misanthropic Grinch tries to ruin Christmas for the Whos.

(AMC) "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation'' (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo. The Griswolds spend the holiday in a garish way, especially when a country cousin pulls up in an RV.

(WGN-A) "Home for the Holidays'' (1995, Comedy) Holly Hunter, Robert Downey Jr. Fights and reconciliations mark a single mom's Thanksgiving with her dysfunctional Baltimore clan.

8:30 p.m.

(WXLV, Channel 45) "Shrek the Halls." The ogre's plans for a cozy family Christmas go awry when Donkey, Puss in Boots and the rest of the fairy-tale gang try to join in the fun.

9 p.m.

(WCWG, Channel 20) "Gossip Girl." Blair suspects her mother of keeping a big secret from her; after having a fight with her mom, Vanessa shows up on Dan's doorstep for Thanksgiving.

(FAM) "Naughty or Nice'' (2004, Drama) George Lopez, Lisa Vidal. A Chicago shock jock's new persona has an impact on a young listener with a life-threatening illness.

(TNT) "The Closer." Brenda and Fritz search for a gang that killed two guards during an armored-car heist; Brenda's family wants to spend Christmas together.

10:15 p.m.

(AMC) "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation'' (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo. The Griswolds spend the holiday in a garish way, especially when a country cousin pulls up in an RV.

11 p.m.

(TNT) "The Closer." Brenda and Fritz search for a gang that killed two guards during an armored-car heist; Brenda's family wants to spend Christmas together.

 

Tuesday

7 p.m.

(FAM) "The Year Without a Santa Claus." Santa Claus decides to stay home for Christmas because he feels that people have lost their holiday spirit.

8 p.m.

(WXLV, Channel 45) "A Charlie Brown Christmas." The award-winning "Peanuts'' special returns with Charlie Brown and Linus searching for the real meaning of Christmas.

(AMC) "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation'' (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo. The Griswolds spend the holiday in a garish way, especially when a country cousin pulls up in an RV.

(FAM) "The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause'' (2006, Comedy) Tim Allen, Martin Short. Scott Calvin, aka Santa, contends with visiting in-laws and a scheme by mischievous Jack Frost to freeze him out of Christmas.

10 p.m.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau." Larry the Cable Guy's holiday special featuring many comedic stars, sketches and musical performances.

(FAM) "The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause'' (2006, Comedy) Tim Allen, Martin Short. Scott Calvin, aka Santa, contends with visiting in-laws and a scheme by mischievous Jack Frost to freeze him out of Christmas.

10:15 p.m.

(AMC) "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation'' (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo. The Griswolds spend the holiday in a garish way, especially when a country cousin pulls up in an RV.

12:30 a.m.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau." Larry the Cable Guy's holiday special featuring many comedic stars, sketches and musical performances.

2 a.m.

(CMTV) "20 Merriest Christmas Videos." Holiday music videos featuring Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton, Jeff Foxworthy, and Alan Jackson.

3 a.m.

(DISN) "The Proud Family." The Prouds invite a homeless family over for Christmas.

 

Wednesday

8 p.m.

(WFMY, Channel 2) "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer." The reindeer with the incandescent nose guides Santa's sleigh through a bad storm on Christmas Eve. Based on the song by Johnny Marks.

(WXII, Channel 12) "Christmas in Rockefeller Center." The 77th annual tree-lighting ceremony takes place in New York.

(WCWG, Channel 20) "Gossip Girl." Blair suspects her mother of keeping a big secret from her; after having a fight with her mom, Vanessa shows up on Dan's doorstep for Thanksgiving.

(AMC) "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation'' (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo. The Griswolds spend the holiday in a garish way, especially when a country cousin pulls up in an RV.

(DISN) "The Ultimate Christmas Present'' (2000, Comedy) Hallee Hirsh, Brenda Song. Two girls' plan to close school by making it snow in Los Angeles jeopardizes Christmas.

9 p.m.

(LIFE) "Lost Holiday: The Jim and Suzanne Shemwell Story'' (2007, Docudrama) Jami Gertz, Dylan Walsh. With Christmas mere days away, an estranged couple struggle to survive when they become trapped in a blizzard.

10:15 p.m.

(AMC) "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation'' (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo. The Griswolds spend the holiday in a garish way, especially when a country cousin pulls up in an RV.

 

Dec. 3

Noon

(DISN) "The Ultimate Christmas Present'' (2000, Comedy) Hallee Hirsh, Brenda Song. Two girls' plan to close school by making it snow in Los Angeles jeopardizes Christmas.

6 p.m.

(FAM) "The Polar Express'' (2004, Fantasy) Voices of Tom Hanks, Michael Jeter. Animated. A train conductor guides a boy who doubts the existence of Santa Claus to the North Pole.

8 p.m.

(WMYV, Channel 48) "Home for the Holidays'' (1995, Comedy) Holly Hunter, Robert Downey Jr. Fights and reconciliations mark a single mom's Thanksgiving with her dysfunctional Baltimore clan.

(AMC) "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation'' (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo. The Griswolds spend the holiday in a garish way, especially when a country cousin pulls up in an RV.

(HALL) "A Diva's Christmas Carol." Vanessa L. Williams. Ebony Scrooge is featured in this modern-day imagining of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol."

(TCM) "A Christmas Carol'' (1938, Fantasy) Reginald Owen, Gene Lockhart. Dickens' London miser Ebenezer Scrooge meets the ghosts of Christmases past, present and yet to come.

8:30 p.m.

(FAM) "The Polar Express'' (2004, Fantasy) Voices of Tom Hanks, Michael Jeter. Animated. A train conductor guides a boy who doubts the existence of Santa Claus to the North Pole.

9 p.m.

(LIFE) "Single Santa Seeks Mrs. Claus'' (2004, Romance-Comedy) Crystal Bernard, Steve Guttenberg. Santa's heir woos a widowed advertising executive who wants to use him in the biggest ad campaign of her career.

10 p.m.

(VH1) "Larry the Cable Guy's Christmas Spectacular." Larry pays tribute to Christmas with a variety of parodies, sketches, animation and man-on-the-street bits.

10:15 p.m.

(AMC) "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation'' (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo. The Griswolds spend the holiday in a garish way, especially when a country cousin pulls up in an RV.

11 p.m.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau." Larry the Cable Guy's holiday special featuring many comedic stars, sketches and musical performances.

12:30 a.m.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Star Studded Christmas Extravaganza." Larry's annual Christmas special with guests Terry Bradshaw, Lewis Black, Jeff Foxworthy and others.

2 a.m.

(CMTV) "The 12 Days of Redneck Christmas." Families with unique holiday traditions.

4:30 a.m.

(TCM) "Bush Christmas'' (1947, Adventure) Chips Rafferty, John Fernside. After thieves steal their father's racehorse, three Australian children track the culprits through the bush country.

 

Dec. 4

3 p.m.

(VH1) "Larry the Cable Guy's Christmas Spectacular." Larry pays tribute to Christmas with a variety of parodies, sketches, animation and man-on-the-street bits.

7 p.m.

(FAM) "Frosty's Winter Wonderland." Just as Frosty is about to marry, mean Jack Frost puts him into a deep freeze.

8 p.m.

(AMC) "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation'' (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo. The Griswolds spend the holiday in a garish way, especially when a country cousin pulls up in an RV.

(HGTV) "25 Great Holiday Ideas." Viewer-inspired holiday decorating and entertaining ideas; transforming a home into a place to welcome holiday guests.

10:15 p.m.

(AMC) "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation'' (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo. The Griswolds spend the holiday in a garish way, especially when a country cousin pulls up in an RV.

2:30 a.m.

(COM) "Denis Leary's Merry F... Christmas Special." The comedian and his friends ring in the holiday season.

3 a.m.

(HGTV) "25 Great Holiday Ideas." Viewer-inspired holiday decorating and entertaining ideas; transforming a home into a place to welcome holiday guests.

 

Dec. 5

7 a.m.

(DISN) "My Friends Tigger & Pooh: Super Sleuth Christmas Movie'' (2007, Comedy) Voices of Dee Bradley Baker, Mikaila Baumel. Animated. To save Christmas, the gang must return Santa's bag of toys to the North Pole.

(FAM) "Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas'' (1999, Fantasy) Voices of Wayne Allwine, Russi Taylor. Animated. Mickey and his friends tell three stories including "A Very Goofy Christmas'' and "Mickey and Minnie's Gift of the Magi.''

8:30 a.m.

(UNC-TV, Channel 4) "Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas." The Man With the Yellow Hat and George are excited about Christmas, but each cannot decide what to give the other for presents.

(FAM) "Richie Rich's Christmas Wish'' (1998, Comedy) David Gallagher, Martin Mull. Richie wishes he was never born, and his wish comes true.

10:30 a.m.

(FAM) "The Dog Who Saved Christmas'' (2009, Comedy) Dean Cain, Gary Valentine. A crafty canine jumps to the rescue when two bumbling thieves target his master's home during the holidays.

11 a.m.

(TNT) "The Closer." Brenda and Fritz search for a gang that killed two guards during an armored-car heist; Brenda's family wants to spend Christmas together.

1 p.m.

(LIFE) "Deck the Halls'' (2005, Comedy-Drama) Gabrielle Carteris, Steve Bacic. A boy tries to set up his mother with a man he believes is Santa Claus.

1:45 p.m.

(TBS) "Surviving Christmas'' (2004, Comedy) Ben Affleck, James Gandolfini. A lonely man returns to his childhood home and celebrates the holiday with the strangers who live there.

(TCM) "Holiday Affair'' (1949, Romance) Robert Mitchum, Janet Leigh. A war widow has a 6-year-old son and two men who want to marry her for Christmas.

3 p.m.

(LIFE) "Recipe for a Perfect Christmas'' (2005, Romance-Comedy) Christine Baranski, Carly Pope. A fledgling food critic agrees to visit a struggling restaurant if its chef will date her meddling mother.

4 p.m.

(USA) "Elf'' (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa's workshop to search for his family.

5 p.m.

(LIFE) "A Boyfriend for Christmas'' (2004, Romance-Comedy) Kelli Williams, Patrick Muldoon. A strangely familiar man may be the answer to a 33-year-old woman's long-ago holiday wish for true love.

7 p.m.

(DISN) "The Santa Clause 2'' (2002, Comedy) Tim Allen, Elizabeth Mitchell. Santa must get married by Christmas Eve to save the holiday and keep his job.

(LIFE) "Undercover Christmas'' (2003, Romance-Comedy) Jami Gertz, Shawn Christian. Assigned to protect a waitress, a workaholic FBI agent brings her to his parents' home for the holidays.

8 p.m.

(AMC) "White Christmas'' (1954, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Former Army buddies put on a show with a sister act to save their general's hotel in Vermont.

(HALL) "Debbie Macomber's Mrs. Miracle." James Van Der Beek and Doris Roberts. Nanny comes along to help struggling single dad.

(HGTV) "Sandra Lee Celebrates: Magical Merry Christmas." Lee works with a family to create a holiday full of food, decorating projects and gifts on a small budget.

9 p.m.

(DISN) "The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause'' (2006, Comedy) Tim Allen, Martin Short. Scott Calvin, aka Santa, contends with visiting in-laws and a scheme by mischievous Jack Frost to freeze him out of Christmas.

(LIFE) "12 Men of Christmas'' (2009, Romance-Comedy) Kristin Chenoweth, Josh Hopkins. A public-relations executive uses her media savvy to stir excitement in a small Montana town.

10:45 p.m.

(AMC) "White Christmas'' (1954, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Former Army buddies put on a show with a sister act to save their general's hotel in Vermont.

11 p.m.

(LIFE) "12 Men of Christmas'' (2009, Romance-Comedy) Kristin Chenoweth, Josh Hopkins. A public-relations executive uses her media savvy to stir excitement in a small Montana town.

(TOON) "The PJs." Thurgood takes a job repossessing items from his tenants' apartments to buy Muriel a Christmas present.

11:30 p.m.

(TOON) "The Boondocks." A teacher gives Huey the chance to direct the elementary school play.

1 a.m.

(TBS) "The Holiday'' (2006, Romance-Comedy) Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet. Two women, one from America and one from England, swap homes at Christmastime after bad breakups with their boyfriends.

2 a.m.

(VH1) "Larry the Cable Guy's Christmas Spectacular." Larry pays tribute to Christmas with a variety of parodies, sketches, animation and man-on-the-street bits.

3 a.m.

(DISN) "'Twas the Night'' (2001, Comedy) Bryan Cranston, Josh Zuckerman. A mischievous teen and his uncle "borrow'' Santa's sleigh.

(HGTV) "Sandra Lee Celebrates: Magical Merry Christmas." Lee works with a family to create a holiday full of food, decorating projects and gifts on a small budget.

 

Dec. 6

7 a.m.

(FAM) "Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas'' (2004, Fantasy) Voices of Wayne Allwine, Tony Anselmo. Animated. Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy and friends take part in a series of holiday adventures.

8:30 a.m.

(FAM) "A Dennis the Menace Christmas'' (2007, Comedy) Robert Wagner, Louise Fletcher. A mischievous boy shows his neighbor the holiday spirit.

(TBS) "Surviving Christmas'' (2004, Comedy) Ben Affleck, James Gandolfini. A lonely man returns to his childhood home and celebrates the holiday with the strangers who live there.

10:30 a.m.

(FAM) "Naughty or Nice'' (2004, Drama) George Lopez, Lisa Vidal. A Chicago shock jock's new persona has an impact on a young listener with a life-threatening illness.

11 a.m.

(LIFE) "All She Wants for Christmas'' (2006, Drama) Monica Keena. A woman uncovers secrets while evaluating a Christmas ornament company in her hometown.

Noon

(DISN) "The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause'' (2006, Comedy) Tim Allen, Martin Short. Scott Calvin, aka Santa, contends with visiting in-laws and a scheme by mischievous Jack Frost to freeze him out of Christmas.

(TCM) "Christmas in Connecticut'' (1945, Comedy) Barbara Stanwyck, Dennis Morgan. The publisher of a women's magazine has his best columnist play holiday host to a Navy hero.

(USA) "Elf'' (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa's workshop to search for his family.

1 p.m.

(LIFE) "His and Her Christmas'' (2005, Comedy-Drama) Paula Devicq, David Sutcliffe. Two journalists write a Christmas column for rival newspapers in the same city.

2 p.m.

(TCM) "Remember the Night'' (1940, Romance-Comedy) Barbara Stanwyck, Fred MacMurray. Love blooms between a sympathetic attorney and the comely shoplifter he has taken home for the Christmas holiday.

2:30 p.m.

(UNC-TV, Channel 4) "Christmas With the Annie Moses Band." Six siblings celebrate the holidays with a mix of original tunes and seasonal classics.

(WMYV, Channel 48) "David Sheehan's Holiday Magic." The film critic interviews the stars of the holiday season's biggest movies.

3 p.m.

(WMYV, Channel 48) "Happy Holidays America!" Stars share holiday memories and showcase traditions and celebrations around the country.

3:30 p.m.

(TBS) "The Santa Clause'' (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold. An adman takes over for the bearded, big-bellied fellow after a rooftop mishap on Christmas Eve.

4 p.m.

(UNC-TV, Channel 4) "Radio City Christmas Spectacular Starring the Rockettes." The dancers celebrate the holiday season; highlights include "12 Days of Christmas'' and "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers.''

(WXLV, Channel 45) "Elmo's Christmas Countdown." Elmo and Abby Cadabby must find 10 numbered boxes to restore the holiday countdown; Brad Paisley, Alicia Keys, Sheryl Crow and Jennifer Hudson perform.

5 p.m.

(LIFE) "Under the Mistletoe'' (2006, Drama) Jaime Ray Newman, Michael Shanks. A woman becomes the center of attention after she unwittingly enters a dating contest on a radio station.

5:30 p.m.

(TBS) "The Holiday'' (2006, Romance-Comedy) Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet. Two women, one from America and one from England, swap homes at Christmastime after bad breakups with their boyfriends.

6 p.m.

(TLC) "Christmas Outside of the Box"

7 p.m.

(LIFE) "A Christmas Proposal'' (2008, Romance-Comedy) Nicole Eggert, David O'Donnell. Two opposing lawyers -- one-time sweethearts -- battle over the development of a ski resort.

(TLC) "More Crazy Christmas Lights." A search for the best Christmas-light displays spans the country.

8 p.m.

(HGTV) "Celebrity Holiday Homes." HGTV designers decorate a celebrity's home for the holidays and show viewers designs with star power.

(TLC) "Crazy Christmas Lights." Holiday decorating taken to the next level.

9 p.m.

(LIFE) "12 Men of Christmas'' (2009, Romance-Comedy) Kristin Chenoweth, Josh Hopkins. A public-relations executive uses her media savvy to stir excitement in a small Montana town.

(TLC) "Invasion of the Christmas Lights"

11 p.m.

(LIFE) "12 Men of Christmas'' (2009, Romance-Comedy) Kristin Chenoweth, Josh Hopkins. A public-relations executive uses her media savvy to stir excitement in a small Montana town.

(TLC) "Crazy Christmas Lights." Holiday decorating taken to the next level.

(USA) "House." On the eve of Thanksgiving, the team treats an exceptionally brilliant physicist who traded his career for a job as a courier; myriad strange symptoms nearly stumps the doctors.

Midnight

(TLC) "Invasion of the Christmas Lights"

2 a.m.

(TLC) "More Crazy Christmas Lights." A search for the best Christmas-light displays spans the country.

3 a.m.

(HGTV) "Celebrity Holiday Homes." HGTV designers decorate a celebrity's home for the holidays and show viewers designs with star power.

 

Dec. 7

9 a.m.

(TOON) "In Search of Santa." Penguin princesses Crystal and Lucinda try to return a sleigh bell to Santa in the North Pole.

10:30 a.m.

(DISN) "Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas'' (1999, Fantasy) Voices of Wayne Allwine, Russi Taylor. Animated. Mickey and his friends tell three stories including "A Very Goofy Christmas'' and "Mickey and Minnie's Gift of the Magi.''

7 p.m.

(FAM) " 'Twas the Night Before Christmas." Joel Grey narrates this animated musical adaptation of Clement Moore's traditional holiday verse.

(USA) "Elf'' (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa's workshop to search for his family.

7:30 p.m.

(FAM) "Cranberry Christmas." Maggie and her grandmother help Mr. Whiskers keep the local skating bog out of the hands of mean neighbor Cyrus Grape.

8 p.m.

(WGHP, Channel 8) "Carrie Underwood: An All-Star Holiday Special." The Grammy-winning country singer performs holiday songs in addition to selections from her albums; Dolly Parton, Brad Paisley and David Cook join Underwood on stage.

(WXLV, Channel 45) "Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town." Fred Astaire narrates a musical look into the mysteries and myths of Kriss Kringle, alias Santa Claus.

(AMC) "All I Want for Christmas'' (1991, Drama) Ethan Randall, Thora Birch. A boy and his little sister cook up a holiday scheme to get their divorced parents back together.

(FAM) "Unaccompanied Minors'' (2006, Comedy) Dyllan Christopher, Tyler James Williams. After a Christmas Eve blizzard shuts down the airport, stranded youths create holiday pandemonium for an uptight airport official and his assistant.

(HALL) "Holiday Celebration on Ice." Brian Boitano and friends will herald in a holiday of rock and roll.

(WGN-A) "The Man Who Saved Christmas'' (2002, Docudrama) Jason Alexander, Kelly Rowan. Inventor and toy manufacturer A.C. Gilbert rediscovers his holiday spirit during World War I.

9 p.m.

(TLC) "Cake Boss." Buddy and the crew make a holiday-themed cake for drag queen Miss Richfield 1981.

(TOON) "A Scooby-Doo Christmas." A headless snowman haunts the town of Winter Hollow at Christmastime.

9:30 p.m.

(TOON) "Ed, Edd 'n Eddy's Jingle Jingle Jangle." When Eddy discovers practical gifts, he tries to siphon off his friends' Christmas payload.

10 p.m.

(FAM) "Jack Frost." Jack Frost strikes a deal with Father Winter that if he defeats a villainous giant, he will become visible to the beautiful and human Elisa.

Midnight

(TLC) "Cake Boss." Buddy and the crew make a holiday-themed cake for drag queen Miss Richfield 1981.

 

Dec. 8

6 p.m.

(AMC) "All I Want for Christmas'' (1991, Drama) Ethan Randall, Thora Birch. A boy and his little sister cook up a holiday scheme to get their divorced parents back together.

7 p.m.

(FAM) "Mickey's Christmas Carol." Mickey Mouse is Bob Cratchit to Scrooge McDuck's Scrooge. Animated.

(TLC) "Invasion of the Christmas Lights"

(TOON) "How the Grinch Stole Christmas." The misanthropic Grinch tries to ruin Christmas for the Whos.

7:30 p.m.

(FAM) "Winnie the Pooh and Christmas Too." Fearing that Santa may not get it in time, Pooh carries his friends' wish list to the North Pole. Animated.

8 p.m.

(WXLV, Channel 45) "A Charlie Brown Christmas." The award-winning "Peanuts'' special returns with Charlie Brown and Linus searching for the real meaning of Christmas.

(FAM) "The Year Without a Santa Claus." Santa Claus decides to stay home for Christmas because he feels that people have lost their holiday spirit.

8:30 p.m.

(TOON) "Bah, Humduck! A Looney Tunes Christmas'' (2006, Comedy) Voices of Billy West, Bob Bergen. Animated. Bugs Bunny enlists the aid of three ghosts to teach Daffy Duck the true meaning of Christmas.

9 p.m.

(FAM) "A Miser Brothers' Christmas." The battling Miser brothers, Heat and Snow, must put aside their differences and help save the holiday when injured Santa is unable to deliver gifts.

(LIFE) "12 Men of Christmas'' (2009, Romance-Comedy) Kristin Chenoweth, Josh Hopkins. A public-relations executive uses her media savvy to stir excitement in a small Montana town.

10 p.m.

(FAM) "Rudolph's Shiny New Year." Rudolph the Reindeer comes to the rescue when the New Year baby is kidnapped by an evil bird. Voices of Red Skelton, Frank Gorshin, Morey Amsterdam.

11 p.m.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau." Larry the Cable Guy's holiday special featuring many comedic stars, sketches and musical performances.

12:30 a.m.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Star Studded Christmas Extravaganza." Larry's annual Christmas special with guests Terry Bradshaw, Lewis Black, Jeff Foxworthy and others.

2 a.m.

(TLC) "Invasion of the Christmas Lights"

 

Dec. 9

7 p.m.

(FAM) "Rudolph's Shiny New Year." Rudolph the Reindeer comes to the rescue when the New Year baby is kidnapped by an evil bird. Voices of Red Skelton, Frank Gorshin, Morey Amsterdam.

(TOON) "Powerpuff Girls: 'Twas the Fight Before Christmas." Princess switches Santa's naughty and nice lists.

8 p.m.

(DISN) "The Nightmare Before Christmas'' (1993, Fantasy) Voices of Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon. Animated. The Pumpkin King of Halloweentown plans to kidnap Santa Claus and deliver fear instead of joy.

(FAM) "Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town." Fred Astaire narrates a musical look into the mysteries and myths of Kriss Kringle, alias Santa Claus.

(TLC) "Cake Boss." Buddy and the crew make a holiday-themed cake for drag queen Miss Richfield 1981.

9 p.m.

(FAM) "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer & the Island of Misfit Toys." The famous reindeer and his friends must save Christmas when the evil Toy Taker steals all of Santa's toys.

(LIFE) "A Boyfriend for Christmas'' (2004, Romance-Comedy) Kelli Williams, Patrick Muldoon. A strangely familiar man may be the answer to a 33-year-old woman's long-ago holiday wish for true love.

10 p.m.

(TNT) "The Santa Clause'' (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold. An adman takes over for the bearded, big-bellied fellow after a rooftop mishap on Christmas Eve.

10:30 p.m.

(FAM) " 'Twas the Night Before Christmas: Joel Grey narrates this animated musical adaptation of Clement Moore's traditional holiday verse.

11 p.m.

(TLC) "Cake Boss." Buddy and the crew make a holiday-themed cake for drag queen Miss Richfield 1981.

Midnight

(TNT) "The Santa Clause'' (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold. An adman takes over for the bearded, big-bellied fellow after a rooftop mishap on Christmas Eve.

 

Dec. 10

Noon

(DISN) "The Nightmare Before Christmas'' (1993, Fantasy) Voices of Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon. Animated. The Pumpkin King of Halloweentown plans to kidnap Santa Claus and deliver fear instead of joy.

7 p.m.

(FAM) "Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town." Fred Astaire narrates a musical look into the mysteries and myths of Kriss Kringle, alias Santa Claus.

8 p.m.

(WMYV, Channel 48) "The Hollywood Christmas Parade." Grand Marshal Susan Lucci leads the parade of floats through Hollywood.

(FAM) "Holiday in Handcuffs'' (2007, Romance-Comedy) Melissa Joan Hart, Mario Lopez. To fool her parents, a waitress kidnaps a customer and forces him to pretend to be her beau.

(TCM) "It Happened on 5th Avenue'' (1947, Musical Comedy) Don DeFore, Ann Harding. A hobo shares a New York mansion with a veteran and others who need a wintertime place to stay.

9 p.m.

(WXII, Channel 12) "The Office." Michael is outraged when Jim lets Phyllis be Santa at the office Christmas part.

(LIFE) "Recipe for a Perfect Christmas'' (2005, Romance-Comedy) Christine Baranski, Carly Pope. A fledgling food critic agrees to visit a struggling restaurant if its chef will date her meddling mother.

10 p.m.

(FAM) "A Flintstone Christmas." Fred and Barney help save Christmas when Santa falls from a roof and sprains his ankle. From 1978.

 

Dec. 11

11 a.m.

(DISN) "My Friends Tigger & Pooh: Super Sleuth Christmas Movie'' (2007, Comedy) Voices of Dee Bradley Baker, Mikaila Baumel. Animated. To save Christmas, the gang must return Santa's bag of toys to the North Pole.

6 p.m.

(E!) "Holidays With the Stars." Celebrities' holiday traditions.

(FAM) "8 Simple Rules." Paul struggles to find perfect Christmas gifts to atone for last year's fiasco.

7 p.m.

(FAM) "The Year Without a Santa Claus." Santa Claus decides to stay home for Christmas because he feels that people have lost their holiday spirit.

8 p.m.

(WFMY, Channel 2) "Yes, Virginia." After being told Santa Claus does not exist, Virginia writes a letter to a newspaper asking if the jolly man is real.

(WXII, Channel 12) "A Muppets Christmas." Letters to Santa: Kermit, Fozzie, Gonzo and the gang inadvertently misdirect three letters to Santa, so they decide to deliver them personally.

(AMC) "Prancer'' (1989, Fantasy) Sam Elliott, Rebecca Harrell. A widower's daughter finds a wounded reindeer that she is sure must be from Santa's sleigh.

(FAM) "The Santa Clause 2'' (2002, Comedy) Tim Allen, Elizabeth Mitchell. Santa must get married by Christmas Eve to save the holiday and keep his job.

(HGTV) "Behind the Magic." Disney Holidays: A crew documents preparations that go into decorating Walt Disney World for the holiday season.

9 p.m.

(LIFE) "A Christmas Proposal'' (2008, Romance-Comedy) Nicole Eggert, David O'Donnell. Two opposing lawyers -- one-time sweethearts -- battle over the development of a ski resort.

10 p.m.

(AMC) "Santa Claus: The Movie'' (1985, Fantasy) Dudley Moore, David Huddleston. Santa and an elf foil a New York toy manufacturer's scheme to get rich off Christmas.

(FAM) "Unaccompanied Minors'' (2006, Comedy) Dyllan Christopher, Tyler James Williams. After a Christmas Eve blizzard shuts down the airport, stranded youths create holiday pandemonium for an uptight airport official and his assistant.

(MTV) "Bam Margera Presents: Where the ... Is Santa?"

Midnight

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau." Larry the Cable Guy's holiday special featuring many comedic stars, sketches and musical performances.

(MTV) Bam Margera Presents: Where the ... Is Santa?

1:30 a.m.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Star Studded Christmas Extravaganza." Larry's annual Christmas special with guests Terry Bradshaw, Lewis Black, Jeff Foxworthy and others.

3 a.m.

(HGTV) "Behind the Magic: Disney Holidays." A crew documents preparations that go into decorating Walt Disney World for the holiday season.

 

Dec. 12

7 a.m.

(FAM) "Little Drummer Boy." Greer Garson narrates the story about a child who visited the baby Jesus. Music by the Vienna Boys Choir.

7:30 a.m.

(FAM) "Little Drummer Boy: Book II." An orphaned drummer boy helps a man who has constructed silver bells to herald the birth of Jesus.

8 a.m.

(FAM) "Pinocchio's Christmas." The true meaning of Christmas shines through for Pinocchio when he tries to earn money for Gepetto's gift.

9 a.m.

(FAM) "Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey." A friendless donkey guides Mary and Joseph to shelter in Bethlehem.

9:30 a.m.

(FAM) "Story of the First Christmas Snow." A nun in France cares for a boy who was blinded by a lightning bolt.

10 a.m.

(FAM) "Jack Frost." Jack Frost strikes a deal with Father Winter that if he defeats a villainous giant, he will become visible to the beautiful and human Elisa.

11 a.m.

(FAM) "Frosty's Winter Wonderland." Just as Frosty is about to marry, mean Jack Frost puts him into a deep freeze.

11:30 a.m.

(FAM) "Cranberry Christmas." Maggie and her grandmother help Mr. Whiskers keep the local skating bog out of the hands of mean neighbor Cyrus Grape.

Noon

(FAM) "Rudolph and Frosty's Christmas in July'' (1980, Fantasy) Voices of Red Buttons, Ethel Merman. Animated. Santa must save the day when Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and Frosty the Snowman encounter an evil wizard.

(TCM) "A Christmas Carol'' (1938, Fantasy) Reginald Owen, Gene Lockhart. Dickens' London miser Ebenezer Scrooge meets the ghosts of Christmases past, present and yet to come.

1 p.m.

(LIFE) "Together Again for the First Time'' (2008, Comedy-Drama) Julia Duffy, David Ogden Stiers. A couple invite their extended family to visit for the holidays, but frustrating events occur, eventually revealing a sensitive secret.

2 p.m.

(FAM) "Rudolph's Shiny New Year." Rudolph the Reindeer comes to the rescue when the New Year baby is kidnapped by an evil bird. Voices of Red Skelton, Frank Gorshin, Morey Amsterdam.

3 p.m.

(FAM) "The Year Without a Santa Claus." Santa Claus decides to stay home for Christmas because he feels that people have lost their holiday spirit.

(LIFE) "Home by Christmas'' (2006, Drama) Linda Hamilton. A housewife must learn to make it on her own after her husband divorces her and she loses everything.

4 p.m.

(FAM) "A Miser Brothers' Christmas." The battling Miser brothers, Heat and Snow, must put aside their differences and help save the holiday when injured Santa is unable to deliver gifts.

5 p.m.

(FAM) "Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town." Fred Astaire narrates a musical look into the mysteries and myths of Kriss Kringle, alias Santa Claus.

(LIFE) "Comfort and Joy'' (2003, Comedy-Drama) Nancy McKeon, Dixie Carter. Knocked unconscious in a car accident, a woman awakens to learn she is married and has two children.

6 p.m.

(FAM) "The Santa Clause 2'' (2002, Comedy) Tim Allen, Elizabeth Mitchell. Santa must get married by Christmas Eve to save the holiday and keep his job.

7 p.m.

(DISN) "The Polar Express'' (2004, Fantasy) Voices of Tom Hanks, Michael Jeter. Animated. A train conductor guides a boy who doubts the existence of Santa Claus to the North Pole.

(LIFE) "Holiday Affair'' (1996, Drama) Cynthia Gibb, David James Elliott. A widow must choose between passion and security when two men with very different personalities court her favor.

8 p.m.

(WFMY, Channel 2) "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer." The reindeer with the incandescent nose guides Santa's sleigh through a bad storm on Christmas Eve. Based on the song by Johnny Marks.

(WXII, Channel 12) "It's a Wonderful Life'' (1946, Comedy-Drama) James Stewart, Donna Reed. Ruined by a miser on Christmas Eve, a suicidal family man sees life anew thanks to his guardian angel.

(FAM) "The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause'' (2006, Comedy) Tim Allen, Martin Short. Scott Calvin, aka Santa, contends with visiting in-laws and a scheme by mischievous Jack Frost to freeze him out of Christmas.

(HALL) "Christmas in Canaan." Billy Ray Cyrus. Widowed farmer leads his son into unexpected friendship.

(HGTV) "Sandra Lee Celebrates." Season of Surprise: Lee surprises a family by showing how to host a multigenerational holiday reunion.

8:50 p.m.

(DISN) "Eloise at Christmastime'' (2003, Comedy) Julie Andrews, Sofia Vassilieva. A 6-year-old girl tries to reunite a young woman with a former boyfriend before she marries another.

9 p.m.

(WFMY, Channel 2) "The Flight Before Christmas'' (2008, Comedy) Voices of Emma Roberts, Norm MacDonald. Animated. A flying squirrel shows a young reindeer how to soar into the sky.

(UNC-TV, Channel 4) "Great Performances." David Foster joins Andrea Bocelli for a performance of seasonal favorites; guests include Natalie Cole, Mary J. Blige, Katherine Jenkins, the Muppets and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir.

(LIFE) "Holiday Switch'' (2007, Comedy) Nicole Eggert. A woman wonders if she married the wrong man when a former boyfriend returns to town.

(NICK) "The Troop." Jake and Hayley discover that a popular Christmas toy has been invaded by a vapor monster; Felix holds his annual Christmas Eve Web cast; Stockley tries to win back the affection of a teacher he has been dating.

10 p.m.

(FAM) "The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause'' (2006, Comedy) Tim Allen, Martin Short. Scott Calvin, aka Santa, contends with visiting in-laws and a scheme by mischievous Jack Frost to freeze him out of Christmas.

11 p.m.

(LIFE) "Holiday Switch'' (2007, Comedy) Nicole Eggert. A woman wonders if she married the wrong man when a former boyfriend returns to town.

3 a.m.

(DISN) "The Ultimate Christmas Present'' (2000, Comedy) Hallee Hirsh, Brenda Song. Two girls' plan to close school by making it snow in Los Angeles jeopardizes Christmas.

(HGTV) "Sandra Lee Celebrates." Season of Surprise: Lee surprises a family by showing how to host a multigenerational holiday reunion.

 

Dec. 13

7 a.m.

(DISN) "My Friends Tigger & Pooh: Super Sleuth Christmas Movie'' (2007, Comedy) Voices of Dee Bradley Baker, Mikaila Baumel. Animated. To save Christmas, the gang must return Santa's bag of toys to the North Pole.

(FAM) "A Garfield Christmas Special." Jon, Odie and Garfield travel to the family farm for an old-fashioned Christmas.

7:30 a.m.

(FAM) "Little Rascals Christmas." Spanky and Porky's mother buys them a gift instead of a new coat. Animated.

8 a.m.

(UNC-TV, Channel 4) "Curious George." A Very Monkey Christmas: The Man With the Yellow Hat and George are excited about Christmas, but each cannot decide what to give the other for presents.

(FAM) "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus'' (2001, Comedy) Connie Sellecca, Corbin Bernsen. A boy behaves badly after thinking Santa is trying to ruin his parents' marriage.

10 a.m.

(FAM) "Snow'' (2004, Comedy-Drama) Tom Cavanagh, Ashley Williams. A North Pole-based toy distributor must go to California to rescue one of his family's magical reindeer from a zoo.

11 a.m.

(LIFE) "A Very Married Christmas'' (2004, Drama) Joe Mantegna, Jean Smart. As the holidays approach, a man learns that his unfaithful wife wants a divorce.

Noon

(DISN) "Eloise at Christmastime'' (2003, Comedy) Julie Andrews, Sofia Vassilieva. A 6-year-old girl tries to reunite a young woman with a former boyfriend before she marries another.

(FAM) "Snow 2 Brain Freeze'' (2008, Comedy) Tom Cavanagh, Ashley Williams. Santa's wife must save Christmas when St. Nicholas gets amnesia.

1 p.m.

(LIFE) "A Christmas Wedding'' (2006, Comedy) Sarah Paulson, Eric Mabius. A real-estate developer embarks on a wild cross-country odyssey to get home in time for her wedding.

2 p.m.

(FAM) "A Carol Christmas'' (2003, Comedy-Drama) Tori Spelling, William Shatner. An egomaniacal talk-show host has a chance to change.

3 p.m.

(LIFE) "Christmas in Paradise'' (2007, Drama) Charlotte Ross, Colin Ferguson. While vacationing in the Caribbean, bonds form among a man and his two children and a woman and her two children.

4 p.m.

(FAM) "Holiday in Handcuffs'' (2007, Romance-Comedy) Melissa Joan Hart, Mario Lopez. To fool her parents, a waitress kidnaps a customer and forces him to pretend to be her beau.

5 p.m.

(HGTV) "Celebrity Holiday Homes." HGTV designers decorate a celebrity's home for the holidays and show viewers designs with star power.

(LIFE) "Will You Merry Me?'' (2008, Drama) Wendie Malick, Cynthia Stevenson. A Christian and his Jewish fiancee bring their diverse families together for the holidays.

6 p.m.

(FAM) "Santa Baby'' (2006, Comedy) Jenny McCarthy, George Wendt. A business executive returns to the North Pole to help her father, Santa Claus, prepare for Christmas.

7 p.m.

(LIFE) "An Accidental Christmas'' (2007, Drama) Cynthia Gibb, David Millbern. Two children scheme to reunite their estranged parents during a school holiday.

8 p.m.

(AMC) "White Christmas'' (1954, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Former Army buddies put on a show with a sister act to save their general's hotel in Vermont.

(FAM) "Santa Baby 2: Christmas Maybe'' (2009, Comedy) Jenny McCarthy, Paul Sorvino. A former elf starts trouble for Santa Claus and his daughter during the holidays.

(HGTV) "Sandra Lee Celebrates." Holiday Homecoming: Despite a challenging year, a family works with Sandra to create a holiday of good food, decorating projects and gifts on a very low budget.

9 p.m.

(LIFE) "A Very Merry Daughter of the Bride'' (2008, Comedy-Drama) Joanna Garcia, Luke Perry. A scheming wedding planner disapproves of her mother's upcoming marriage.

(USA) "Elf'' (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa's workshop to search for his family.

 

10 p.m.

(WXLV, Channel 45) "Christmas at the White House." An Oprah Primetime Special

(FAM) "Santa Baby 2: Christmas Maybe'' (2009, Comedy) Jenny McCarthy, Paul Sorvino. A former elf starts trouble for Santa Claus and his daughter during the holidays.

10:45 p.m.

(AMC) "Holiday Inn'' (1942, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire. A singer and a dancer flirt with women at the singer's New England inn, which opens for holidays.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau." Larry the Cable Guy's holiday special featuring many comedic stars, sketches and musical performances.

11 p.m.

(LIFE) "A Very Merry Daughter of the Bride'' (2008, Comedy-Drama) Joanna Garcia, Luke Perry. A scheming wedding planner disapproves of her mother's upcoming marriage.

12:15 a.m.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Star Studded Christmas Extravaganza." Larry's annual Christmas special with guests Terry Bradshaw, Lewis Black, Jeff Foxworthy and others.

1:15 a.m.

(AMC) "White Christmas'' (1954, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Former Army buddies put on a show with a sister act to save their general's hotel in Vermont.

1:45 a.m.

(CMTV) "20 Merriest Christmas Videos." Holiday music videos featuring Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton, Jeff Foxworthy, and Alan Jackson.

3 a.m.

(HGTV) "Sandra Lee Celebrates." Holiday Homecoming: Despite a challenging year, a family works with Sandra to create a holiday of good food, decorating projects and gifts on a very low budget.

4 a.m.

(AMC) "Holiday Inn'' (1942, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire. A singer and a dancer flirt with women at the singer's New England inn, which opens for holidays.

 

Dec. 14

10:30 a.m.

(DISN) "Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas'' (2004, Fantasy) Voices of Wayne Allwine, Tony Anselmo. Animated. Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy and friends take part in a series of holiday adventures.

5 p.m.

(FAM) "Eloise at Christmastime'' (2003, Comedy) Julie Andrews, Sofia Vassilieva. A 6-year-old girl tries to reunite a young woman with a former boyfriend before she marries another.

7 p.m.

(TOON) "How the Grinch Stole Christmas." The misanthropic Grinch tries to ruin Christmas for the Whos.

8 p.m.

(WXLV, Channel 45) "Jennifer Hudson: I'll Be Home for Christmas." The singer travels to Chicago to relive childhood Christmases by performing at her neighborhood church and the music academy where she studied; she also visits with family members, childhood friends and others who influenced her.

(AMC) "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation'' (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo. The Griswolds spend the holiday in a garish way, especially when a country cousin pulls up in an RV.

(DISN) "The Ultimate Christmas Present'' (2000, Comedy) Hallee Hirsh, Brenda Song. Two girls' plan to close school by making it snow in Los Angeles jeopardizes Christmas.

9:30 p.m.

(TOON) "Bugs Bunny's Looney Christmas Tales." The rascally rabbit is joined by his comic cohorts for this adaptation of "A Christmas Carol.''

10:15 p.m.

(AMC) "Santa Claus: The Movie'' (1985, Fantasy) Dudley Moore, David Huddleston. Santa and an elf foil a New York toy manufacturer's scheme to get rich off Christmas.

11:05 p.m.

(USA) "Elf'' (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa's workshop to search for his family.

12:30 a.m.

(AMC) "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation'' (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo. The Griswolds spend the holiday in a garish way, especially when a country cousin pulls up in an RV.

2:05 a.m.

(USA) "Three Wise Guys'' (2005, Comedy) Tom Arnold, Judd Nelson. On Christmas Eve, three hired killers give chase after unwittingly aiding the pregnant girlfriend of one of their targets.

2:45 a.m.

(AMC) "Santa Claus: The Movie'' (1985, Fantasy) Dudley Moore, David Huddleston. Santa and an elf foil a New York toy manufacturer's scheme to get rich off Christmas.

 

Dec. 15

Noon

(DISN) "The Ultimate Christmas Present'' (2000, Comedy) Hallee Hirsh, Brenda Song. Two girls' plan to close school by making it snow in Los Angeles jeopardizes Christmas.

6 p.m.

(FAM) "Gotta Catch Santa Claus'' (2008, Comedy) Voice of William Shatner. Animated. A boy and his friends embark on a quest to prove that jolly old St. Nick is real.

7 p.m.

(FAM) "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer & the Island of Misfit Toys." The famous reindeer and his friends must save Christmas when the evil Toy Taker steals all of Santa's toys.

(TOON) "The Legend of Frosty the Snowman." Frosty teaches the children of Evergreen how to ice skate, pack a snowball and use a sled.

9 p.m.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau." Larry the Cable Guy's holiday special featuring many comedic stars, sketches and musical performances.

(LIFE) "The Family Holiday'' (2007, Comedy) Dave Coulier, Christina Pickles. To claim an inheritance, a con man must prove he can settle down and raise a family.

(USA) "Elf'' (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa's workshop to search for his family.

12:45 a.m.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau." Larry the Cable Guy's holiday special featuring many comedic stars, sketches and musical performances.

 

Dec. 16

7 a.m.

(FAM) "The Munsters' Scary Little Christmas'' (1996, Comedy) Sam McMurray, Ann Magnuson. Herman, Lily and the others try to re-create a Transylvanian holiday for homesick Eddie.

6 p.m.

(FAM) "Pinocchio's Christmas." The true meaning of Christmas shines through for Pinocchio when he tries to earn money for Gepetto's gift.

7 p.m.

(FAM) "Mickey's Christmas Carol." Mickey Mouse is Bob Cratchit to Scrooge McDuck's Scrooge. Animated.

7:30 p.m.

(FAM) "Winnie the Pooh and Christmas Too." Fearing that Santa may not get it in time, Pooh carries his friends' wish list to the North Pole. Animated.

(TOON) "Ed, Edd 'n Eddy's Jingle Jingle Jangle." When Eddy discovers practical gifts, he tries to siphon off his friends' Christmas payload.

8 p.m.

(TOON) "Billy & Mandy Save Christmas." Grim tries to prove to Billy and Mandy that Santa Claus exists.

9 p.m.

(LIFE) "Christmas Child'' (2003, Drama) William R. Moses, Megan Follows. A mysterious photograph leads a journalist to a small Texas town at Christmastime.

10 p.m.

(TNT) "Surviving Christmas'' (2004, Comedy) Ben Affleck, James Gandolfini. A lonely man returns to his childhood home and celebrates the holiday with the strangers who live there.

10:30 p.m.

(FAM) "Frosty's Winter Wonderland." Just as Frosty is about to marry, mean Jack Frost puts him into a deep freeze.

 

Dec. 17

7 a.m.

(FAM) "A Very Brady Christmas'' (1988, Comedy-Drama) Florence Henderson, Robert Reed. As Christmas approaches, crises threaten to keep three generations of Bradys from spending the holidays together.

9 a.m.

(FAM) "Christmas Town'' (2008, Romance-Comedy) Nicole de Boer, Patrick Muldoon. A woman discovers the spirit of Christmas while visiting her estranged father in a town that is decked out for the holidays.

5 p.m.

(TOON) "Casper's Haunted Christmas'' (2000, Fantasy) Voices of Brendon Ryan Barrett, Kathleen Barr. Animated. Cousin Spooky comes to the aid of Casper when the friendly ghost must scare someone or face banishment.

6 p.m.

(FAM) "Story of the First Christmas Snow." A nun in France cares for a boy who was blinded by a lightning bolt.

6:30 p.m.

(FAM) "Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey." A friendless donkey guides Mary and Joseph to shelter in Bethlehem.

7 p.m.

(FAM) "Jack Frost." Jack Frost strikes a deal with Father Winter that if he defeats a villainous giant, he will become visible to the beautiful and human Elisa.

8 p.m.

(WXII, Channel 12) "Saturday Night Live Christmas 2009." Highlights of holiday sketches from years past.

(FAM) "Jack Frost'' (1998, Fantasy) Michael Keaton, Kelly Preston. A man who died on Christmas Eve returns to his wife and son one year later in the form of a snowman.

(TCM) "Christmas in Connecticut'' (1945, Comedy) Barbara Stanwyck, Dennis Morgan. The publisher of a women's magazine has his best columnist play holiday host to a Navy hero.

9 p.m.

(COM) "Jeff Dunham's Very Special Christmas Special." The comic performs.

(LIFE) "Home by Christmas'' (2006, Drama) Linda Hamilton. A housewife must learn to make it on her own after her husband divorces her and she loses everything.

9:30 p.m.

(UNC-TV, Channel 4) "The Perfect Tree"

10 p.m.

(UNC-TV, Channel 4) "Holiday Sounds From Appalachian"

(FAM) "Jingle All the Way'' (1996, Comedy) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sinbad. A crazed postman, a tough policeman and a shady Santa impede a workaholic seeking a coveted toy for his son.

(TCM) "Holiday Affair'' (1949, Romance) Robert Mitchum, Janet Leigh. A war widow has a 6-year-old son and two men who want to marry her for Christmas.

3:30 a.m.

(TCM) "Beyond Tomorrow'' (1940, Fantasy) Richard Carlson, Jean Parker. Three tycoons play Cupid for a couple on Christmas Eve, then guide them from the hereafter.

 

Dec. 18

7 a.m.

(FAM) "Richie Rich's Christmas Wish'' (1998, Comedy) David Gallagher, Martin Mull. Richie wishes he was never born, and his wish comes true.

8 a.m.

(UNC-TV, Channel 4) "Curious George." A Very Monkey Christmas: The Man With the Yellow Hat and George are excited about Christmas, but each cannot decide what to give the other for presents.

9 a.m.

(FAM) "A Dennis the Menace Christmas'' (2007, Comedy) Robert Wagner, Louise Fletcher. A mischievous boy shows his neighbor the holiday spirit.

(TOON) "Casper's Haunted Christmas'' (2000, Fantasy) Voices of Brendon Ryan Barrett, Kathleen Barr. Animated. Cousin Spooky comes to the aid of Casper when the friendly ghost must scare someone or face banishment.

6 p.m.

(FAM) "Phineas and Ferb Christmas Vacation"

7 p.m.

(DISN) "The Santa Clause'' (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold. An adman takes over for the bearded, big-bellied fellow after a rooftop mishap on Christmas Eve.

(USA) "Elf'' (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa's workshop to search for his family.

8 p.m.

(WFMY, Channel 2) "Frosty the Snowman." The musical tale of the snowman who "came to life one day.'' Narrator: Jimmy Durante.

(AMC) "All I Want for Christmas'' (1991, Drama) Ethan Randall, Thora Birch. A boy and his little sister cook up a holiday scheme to get their divorced parents back together.

(HGTV) "Sandra Lee Celebrates." Magical Merry Christmas: Lee works with a family to create a holiday full of food, decorating projects and gifts on a small budget.

(HIST) "Christmas Unwrapped." The History of Christmas: The history of Christmas is told with rare film and home movies of celebrations from around the world and includes the evolution of Santa Claus.

(TNT) "The Nativity Story'' (2006, Drama) Keisha Castle-Hughes, Oscar Isaac. King Herod's obsession with an ancient prophecy threatens Mary and Joseph as they await the birth of Jesus.

8:30 p.m.

(WFMY, Channel 2) "Frosty Returns." Frosty returns to Beansborough, but his life is in danger from a new snow-removal spray.

8:50 p.m.

(DISN) "The Santa Clause 2'' (2002, Comedy) Tim Allen, Elizabeth Mitchell. Santa must get married by Christmas Eve to save the holiday and keep his job.

9 p.m.

(LIFE) "An Accidental Christmas'' (2007, Drama) Cynthia Gibb, David Millbern. Two children scheme to reunite their estranged parents during a school holiday.

10 p.m.

(AMC) "All I Want for Christmas'' (1991, Drama) Ethan Randall, Thora Birch. A boy and his little sister cook up a holiday scheme to get their divorced parents back together.

(TNT) "The Nativity Story'' (2006, Drama) Keisha Castle-Hughes, Oscar Isaac. King Herod's obsession with an ancient prophecy threatens Mary and Joseph as they await the birth of Jesus.

11 p.m.

(OXY) "The 25iest: Hollywood's Most Outrageous Holiday Gifts"

11:30 p.m.

(TBS) "The Holiday'' (2006, Romance-Comedy) Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet. Two women, one from America and one from England, swap homes at Christmastime after bad breakups with their boyfriends.

12:01 a.m.

(HIST) "Christmas Unwrapped." The History of Christmas: The history of Christmas is told with rare film and home movies of celebrations from around the world and includes the evolution of Santa Claus.

3 a.m.

(DISN) " 'Twas the Night'' (2001, Comedy) Bryan Cranston, Josh Zuckerman. A mischievous teen and his uncle "borrow'' Santa's sleigh.

(HGTV) "Sandra Lee Celebrates." Magical Merry Christmas: Lee works with a family to create a holiday full of food, decorating projects and gifts on a small budget.

 

Dec. 19

6:30 a.m.

(DISN) "My Friends Tigger & Pooh: Super Sleuth Christmas Movie'' (2007, Comedy) Voices of Dee Bradley Baker, Mikaila Baumel. Animated. To save Christmas, the gang must return Santa's bag of toys to the North Pole.

7 a.m.

(FAM) "A Flintstone Christmas." Fred and Barney help save Christmas when Santa falls from a roof and sprains his ankle. From 1978.

7:30 a.m.

(DISN) "Charlie & Lola Christmas Special"

8 a.m.

(FAM) "Winnie the Pooh and the Blustery Day." A windstorm topples Owl's tree home; Pooh and Piglet are swept downriver.

8:30 a.m.

(FAM) "Jingle All the Way'' (1996, Comedy) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sinbad. A crazed postman, a tough policeman and a shady Santa impede a workaholic seeking a coveted toy for his son.

11 a.m.

(LIFE) "Christmas at Water's Edge'' (2004, Drama) Keshia Knight Pulliam, Tom Bosley. A wealthy collegian and an angel-in-training work together to organize a holiday concert for a youth center.

Noon

(DISN) "The Santa Clause'' (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold. An adman takes over for the bearded, big-bellied fellow after a rooftop mishap on Christmas Eve.

12:45 p.m.

(TBS) "The Holiday'' (2006, Romance-Comedy) Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet. Two women, one from America and one from England, swap homes at Christmastime after bad breakups with their boyfriends.

1 p.m.

(LIFE) "A Dad for Christmas'' (2006, Drama) Kristopher Turner, Louise Fletcher. A young man takes his newborn out of the hospital to save him from adoption.

2 p.m.

(WMYV, Channel 48) "Noel'' (2004, Drama) Pen"'elope Cruz, Susan Sarandon. A couple, a diner chef, an editor, an orphaned hustler and a former priest find unexpected happiness on the holidays.

3 p.m.

(LIFE) "Home for the Holidays'' (2005, Drama) Sean Young, Perry King. A loving aunt struggles to adopt her young relatives after their parents die in a car accident.

5 p.m.

(LIFE) "A Town Without Christmas'' (2001, Drama) Patricia Heaton, Rick Roberts. A television reporter and an aspiring writer join the search for a missing boy who wrote a disturbing letter to Santa Claus.

7 p.m.

(DISN) "The Nightmare Before Christmas'' (1993, Fantasy) Voices of Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon. Animated. The Pumpkin King of Halloweentown plans to kidnap Santa Claus and deliver fear instead of joy.

(LIFE) "The Christmas Shoes'' (2002, Drama) Rob Lowe, Kimberly Williams. A workaholic attorney rediscovers the true meaning of love and the holiday season after he crosses paths with a boy.

8 p.m.

(WFMY, Channel 2) "Elf'' (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa's workshop to search for his family.

(WXII, Channel 12) "A Muppets Christmas." Letters to Santa: Kermit, Fozzie, Gonzo and the gang inadvertently misdirect three letters to Santa, so they decide to deliver them personally.

(HALL) "The Three Gifts." Dean Cain and Jean Louisa Kelly. Toy company owners have to be stand-in parents for troublemakers.

9 p.m.

(LIFE) "Thomas Kinkade's Christmas Cottage'' (2008, Drama) Jared Padalecki, Marcia Gay Harden. Inspired by his mentor, a young artist paints a mural of his hometown.

11 p.m.

(LIFE) "Thomas Kinkade's Christmas Cottage'' (2008, Drama) Jared Padalecki, Marcia Gay Harden. Inspired by his mentor, a young artist paints a mural of his hometown.

 

Dec. 20

7 a.m.

(FAM) "Jingle All the Way'' (1996, Comedy) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sinbad. A crazed postman, a tough policeman and a shady Santa impede a workaholic seeking a coveted toy for his son.

Noon

(WMYV, Channel 48) "A Gospel Christmas." Kenny Lattimore, Chante Moore, Howard Hewett, Sounds of Blackness, Jonathan Butler, Beverly Crawford, Daryl Coley, Norman Hutchins, Doc Powell, Shirley Murdock, Lalah Hathaway, Desiree Coleman-Jackson and Shanice celebrate the season.

1 p.m.

(WMYV, Channel 48) "2009 Ford Holiday River Parade & Lighting Ceremony." More than 150,000 people attend, as decorated barges glide along the Paseo del Rio, and 122,000 lights illuminate the cypress trees of the famous San Antonio River Walk.

(LIFE) "The Road to Christmas'' (2006, Comedy) Jennifer Grey, Clark Gregg. A determined woman hitchhikes with a widower and his 12-year-old daughter to reach her wedding on Christmas Eve.

1:30 p.m.

(FAM) "Home Alone 4'' (2002, Comedy) French Stewart, Mike Weinberg. Kevin tries to reunite his separated parents while dealing with an old nemesis.

2 p.m.

(TOON) "Bah, Humduck! A Looney Tunes Christmas'' (2006, Comedy) Voices of Billy West, Bob Bergen. Animated. Bugs Bunny enlists the aid of three ghosts to teach Daffy Duck the true meaning of Christmas.

(WGN-A) "The Man Who Saved Christmas'' (2002, Docudrama) Jason Alexander, Kelly Rowan. Inventor and toy manufacturer A.C. Gilbert rediscovers his holiday spirit during World War I.

3 p.m.

(LIFE) "Secret Santa'' (2003, Drama) Jennie Garth, Steve Eckholdt. A young journalist learns the true meaning of Christmas while trying to uncover the identity of a mysterious philanthropist.

4 p.m.

(HIST) "Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas." The history of Christmas is told with rare film and home movies of celebrations from around the world and includes the evolution of Santa Claus.

(TOON) "Powerpuff Girls: 'Twas the Fight Before Christmas." Princess switches Santa's naughty and nice lists.

(WGN-A) "Jingle All the Way'' (1996, Comedy) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sinbad. A crazed postman, a tough policeman and a shady Santa impede a workaholic seeking a coveted toy for his son.

5 p.m.

(HGTV) "Behind the Magic: Disney Holidays." A crew documents preparations that go into decorating Walt Disney World for the holiday season.

(LIFE) "Call Me Claus'' (2001, Comedy) Whoopi Goldberg, Nigel Hawthorne. Facing mandatory retirement after 200 years, Santa Claus asks a television producer to replace him.

(TOON) "Ed, Edd 'n Eddy's Jingle Jingle Jangle." When Eddy discovers practical gifts, he tries to siphon off his friends' Christmas payload.

5:30 p.m.

(TOON) "A Scooby-Doo Christmas." A headless snowman haunts the town of Winter Hollow at Christmastime.

6 p.m.

(WGN-A) "It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie'' (2002, Comedy) Whoopi Goldberg, Joan Cusack. Kermit tries to save the theater from a banker who wants to demolish it and open a trendy nightclub.

7 p.m.

(LIFE) "Deck the Halls'' (2005, Comedy-Drama) Gabrielle Carteris, Steve Bacic. A boy tries to set up his mother with a man he believes is Santa Claus.

8 p.m.

(AMC) "A Christmas Carol'' (1984, Fantasy) George C. Scott, Angela Pleasence. Dickens' London miser Ebenezer Scrooge meets the ghosts of Christmases past, present and yet to come.

(TNT) "Christmas in Washington 2009." From the National Building Museum in Washington.

8:10 p.m.

(DISN) "Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas'' (2004, Fantasy) Voices of Wayne Allwine, Tony Anselmo. Animated. Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy and friends take part in a series of holiday adventures.

9 p.m.

(E!) "Kendra: Home for the Holidays"

(LIFE) "Eve's Christmas'' (2004, Comedy-Drama) Elisa Donovan, Cheryl Ladd. A lonely career woman gets a second chance to rethink a fateful decision after she makes a wish upon a Christmas Eve star.

(TCM) "King of Kings'' (1961, Historical Drama) Jeffrey Hunter, Siobhan McKenna. Orson Welles narrates the story of Jesus including the Sermon on the Mount, the Last Supper, the Passion and the Resurrection.

(TNT) "The Nativity Story'' (2006, Drama) Keisha Castle-Hughes, Oscar Isaac. King Herod's obsession with an ancient prophecy threatens Mary and Joseph as they await the birth of Jesus.

10 p.m.

(AMC) "Prancer'' (1989, Fantasy) Sam Elliott, Rebecca Harrell. A widower's daughter finds a wounded reindeer that she is sure must be from Santa's sleigh.

11 p.m.

(LIFE) "Eve's Christmas'' (2004, Comedy-Drama) Elisa Donovan, Cheryl Ladd. A lonely career woman gets a second chance to rethink a fateful decision after she makes a wish upon a Christmas Eve star.

(TNT) "Christmas in Washington 2009." From the National Building Museum in Washington.

Midnight

(AMC) "A Christmas Carol'' (1984, Fantasy) George C. Scott, Angela Pleasence. Dickens' London miser Ebenezer Scrooge meets the ghosts of Christmases past, present and yet to come.

(TCM) "King of Kings'' (1927, Historical Drama) H.B. Warner, Jacqueline Logan. Silent. The story of Jesus Christ is told, including the Passion and Resurrection.

(TNT) "The Nativity Story'' (2006, Drama) Keisha Castle-Hughes, Oscar Isaac. King Herod's obsession with an ancient prophecy threatens Mary and Joseph as they await the birth of Jesus.

2 a.m.

(TNT) "Christmas in Washington 2009." From the National Building Museum in Washington.

2:30 a.m.

(AMC) "Prancer'' (1989, Fantasy) Sam Elliott, Rebecca Harrell. A widower's daughter finds a wounded reindeer that she is sure must be from Santa's sleigh.

 

Dec. 21

7 a.m.

(FAM) "Chasing Christmas'' (2005, Drama) Tom Arnold, Leslie Jordan. Holiday spirits visit a single father who has boycotted Christmas since his wife left him.

9 a.m.

(FAM) "Christmas Do-Over'' (2006, Fantasy) Jay Mohr, Daphne Zuniga. A man has a chance to make positive changes by reliving Christmas Day over and over again.

10:30 a.m.

(DISN) "My Friends Tigger & Pooh: Super Sleuth Christmas Movie'' (2007, Comedy) Voices of Dee Bradley Baker, Mikaila Baumel. Animated. To save Christmas, the gang must return Santa's bag of toys to the North Pole.

Noon

(DISN) "Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas'' (2004, Fantasy) Voices of Wayne Allwine, Tony Anselmo. Animated. Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy and friends take part in a series of holiday adventures.

1 p.m.

(FAM) "The Christmas List'' (1997, Drama) Mimi Rogers, Bill Switzer. A store clerk learns a valuable lesson about the true meaning of Christmas when she gets everything on her wish list.

3 p.m.

(FAM) "Unlikely Angel'' (1996, Drama) Dolly Parton, Roddy McDowall. An angel is given the opportunity to earn her wings by bringing together a troubled family for the holidays.

5 p.m.

(FAM) "A Carol Christmas'' (2003, Comedy-Drama) Tori Spelling, William Shatner. An egomaniacal talk-show host has a chance to change.

7 p.m.

(FAM) "Santa Baby'' (2006, Comedy) Jenny McCarthy, George Wendt. A business executive returns to the North Pole to help her father, Santa Claus, prepare for Christmas.

8 p.m.

(WXLV, Channel 45) "I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown!" Linus and Lucy's little brother, ReRun, wants a dog for Christmas.

(AMC) "A Christmas Carol'' (1984, Fantasy) George C. Scott, Angela Pleasence. Dickens' London miser Ebenezer Scrooge meets the ghosts of Christmases past, present and yet to come.

(DISN) "The Polar Express'' (2004, Fantasy) Voices of Tom Hanks, Michael Jeter. Animated. A train conductor guides a boy who doubts the existence of Santa Claus to the North Pole.

9 p.m.

(FAM) "Santa Baby 2: Christmas Maybe'' (2009, Comedy) Jenny McCarthy, Paul Sorvino. A former elf starts trouble for Santa Claus and his daughter during the holidays.

(LIFE) "A Very Merry Daughter of the Bride'' (2008, Comedy-Drama) Joanna Garcia, Luke Perry. A scheming wedding planner disapproves of her mother's upcoming marriage.

10:30 p.m.

(AMC) "Holiday Inn'' (1942, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire. A singer and a dancer flirt with women at the singer's New England inn, which opens for holidays.

1 a.m.

(AMC) "Christmas Eve'' (1947, Comedy-Drama) George Raft, Ann Harding. On Christmas Eve, a spinster's three adopted sons learn her nephew is developing a sinister plot against her.

 

Dec. 22

9 a.m.

(FAM) "Home Alone 4'' (2002, Comedy) French Stewart, Mike Weinberg. Kevin tries to reunite his separated parents while dealing with an old nemesis.

11 a.m.

(FAM) "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus'' (2001, Comedy) Connie Sellecca, Corbin Bernsen. A boy behaves badly after thinking Santa is trying to ruin his parents' marriage.

Noon

(DISN) "The Polar Express'' (2004, Fantasy) Voices of Tom Hanks, Michael Jeter. Animated. A train conductor guides a boy who doubts the existence of Santa Claus to the North Pole.

1 p.m.

(AMC) "Christmas Eve'' (1947, Comedy-Drama) George Raft, Ann Harding. On Christmas Eve, a spinster's three adopted sons learn her nephew is developing a sinister plot against her.

(FAM) "A Very Brady Christmas'' (1988, Comedy-Drama) Florence Henderson, Robert Reed. As Christmas approaches, crises threaten to keep three generations of Bradys from spending the holidays together.

3 p.m.

(AMC) "Holiday Inn'' (1942, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire. A singer and a dancer flirt with women at the singer's New England inn, which opens for holidays.

(FAM) "Once Upon a Christmas'' (2000, Fantasy) John Dye, Kathy Ireland. The daughter of Santa Claus vows to transform a single father and his spoiled children to prove that the spirit of Christmas exists.

5 p.m.

(FAM) "Twice Upon a Christmas'' (2001, Fantasy) Kathy Ireland, John Dye. When a widower proposes to Santa's daughter, his children try to discover the truth about her past.

5:30 p.m.

(AMC) "A Christmas Carol'' (1984, Fantasy) George C. Scott, Angela Pleasence. Dickens' London miser Ebenezer Scrooge meets the ghosts of Christmases past, present and yet to come.

6:30 p.m.

(TOON) "Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas'' (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey, Jeffrey Tambor. A curmudgeon hates the Christmas-loving Whos of Whoville.

7 p.m.

(TLC) "More Crazy Christmas Lights." A search for the best Christmas-light displays spans the country.

8 p.m.

(WGHP, Channel 8) "Carrie Underwood: An All-Star Holiday Special." The Grammy-winning country singer performs holiday songs in addition to selections from her albums; Dolly Parton, Brad Paisley and David Cook join Underwood on stage.

(AMC) "All I Want for Christmas'' (1991, Drama) Ethan Randall, Thora Birch. A boy and his little sister cook up a holiday scheme to get their divorced parents back together.

(DISN) "The Nightmare Before Christmas'' (1993, Fantasy) Voices of Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon. Animated. The Pumpkin King of Halloweentown plans to kidnap Santa Claus and deliver fear instead of joy.

(WGN-A) "Jingle All the Way'' (1996, Comedy) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sinbad. A crazed postman, a tough policeman and a shady Santa impede a workaholic seeking a coveted toy for his son.

9 p.m.

(LIFE) "Undercover Christmas'' (2003, Romance-Comedy) Jami Gertz, Shawn Christian. Assigned to protect a waitress, a workaholic FBI agent brings her to his parents' home for the holidays.

12:45 a.m.

(AMC) "All I Want for Christmas'' (1991, Drama) Ethan Randall, Thora Birch. A boy and his little sister cook up a holiday scheme to get their divorced parents back together.

2 a.m.

(TLC) "More Crazy Christmas Lights." A search for the best Christmas-light displays spans the country.

 

Dec. 23

7 a.m.

(FAM) "Naughty or Nice'' (2004, Drama) George Lopez, Lisa Vidal. A Chicago shock jock's new persona has an impact on a young listener with a life-threatening illness.

9 a.m.

(FAM) "Stealing Christmas'' (2003, Comedy-Drama) Tony Danza, Lea Thompson. A burglar lands a job playing Santa Claus as he plots to rob a small-town bank on Christmas Eve.

(TOON) "Casper's Haunted Christmas'' (2000, Fantasy) Voices of Brendon Ryan Barrett, Kathleen Barr. Animated. Cousin Spooky comes to the aid of Casper when the friendly ghost must scare someone or face banishment.

11 a.m.

(FAM) "Snowglobe'' (2007, Fantasy) Christina Milian, Lorraine Bracco. A snow globe transports a woman into a holiday winter wonderland.

Noon

(DISN) "The Nightmare Before Christmas'' (1993, Fantasy) Voices of Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon. Animated. The Pumpkin King of Halloweentown plans to kidnap Santa Claus and deliver fear instead of joy.

1 p.m.

(FAM) "Holiday in Handcuffs'' (2007, Romance-Comedy) Melissa Joan Hart, Mario Lopez. To fool her parents, a waitress kidnaps a customer and forces him to pretend to be her beau.

3 p.m.

(FAM) "Santa Baby'' (2006, Comedy) Jenny McCarthy, George Wendt. A business executive returns to the North Pole to help her father, Santa Claus, prepare for Christmas.

5 p.m.

(FAM) "Santa Baby 2: Christmas Maybe'' (2009, Comedy) Jenny McCarthy, Paul Sorvino. A former elf starts trouble for Santa Claus and his daughter during the holidays.

7:30 p.m.

(FAM) "Miracle on 34th Street'' (1994, Fantasy) Richard Attenborough, Elizabeth Perkins. A department store Santa claims to be the real St. Nick.

8 p.m.

(WFMY, Channel 2) "The 11th Annual A Home for the Holidays With Faith Hill." Celebrities present inspirational stories of adoption; Mary J. Blige, Michael Franti, Reba McEntire, Shakira and Carrie Underwood are featured; Faith Hill performs.

(UNC-TV, Channel 4) "Christmas at Belmont." More than 400 student voices join in singing carols and seasonal favorites.

(DISN) "Eloise at Christmastime'' (2003, Comedy) Julie Andrews, Sofia Vassilieva. A 6-year-old girl tries to reunite a young woman with a former boyfriend before she marries another.

(HIST) "Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas." The history of Christmas is told with rare film and home movies of celebrations from around the world and includes the evolution of Santa Claus.

(TNT) "A Christmas Carol'' (1999, Fantasy) Patrick Stewart, Richard E. Grant. Dickens' Ebenezer Scrooge receives visits from three Christmas spirits who show him his past, present and future.

9 p.m.

(A&E) "Dog the Bounty Hunter." The Chapmans prepare for a family gathering to celebrate the holiday season and members of the posse reflect on their highlights from bounty hunting.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau." Larry the Cable Guy's holiday special featuring many comedic stars, sketches and musical performances.

(HIST) "Surviving the Holidays With Lewis Black." Armed with history and humor, Lewis Black takes aim at the holiday season.

(LIFE) "Holiday Switch'' (2007, Comedy) Nicole Eggert. A woman wonders if she married the wrong man when a former boyfriend returns to town.

10 p.m.

(FAM) "The Polar Express'' (2004, Fantasy) Voices of Tom Hanks, Michael Jeter. Animated. A train conductor guides a boy who doubts the existence of Santa Claus to the North Pole.

(TNT) "The Nativity Story'' (2006, Drama) Keisha Castle-Hughes, Oscar Isaac. King Herod's obsession with an ancient prophecy threatens Mary and Joseph as they await the birth of Jesus.

10:30 p.m.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Star Studded Christmas Extravaganza." Larry's annual Christmas special with guests Terry Bradshaw, Lewis Black, Jeff Foxworthy and others.

Midnight

(TNT) "The Nativity Story'' (2006, Drama) Keisha Castle-Hughes, Oscar Isaac. King Herod's obsession with an ancient prophecy threatens Mary and Joseph as they await the birth of Jesus.

12:01 a.m.

(HIST) "Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas." The history of Christmas is told with rare film and home movies of celebrations from around the world and includes the evolution of Santa Claus.

1:01 a.m.

(A&E) "Dog the Bounty Hunter." The Chapmans prepare for a family gathering to celebrate the holiday season and members of the posse reflect on their highlights from bounty hunting.

(HIST) "Surviving the Holidays With Lewis Black." Armed with history and humor, Lewis Black takes aim at the holiday season.

2 a.m.

(TNT) "A Christmas Carol'' (1999, Fantasy) Patrick Stewart, Richard E. Grant. Dickens' Ebenezer Scrooge receives visits from three Christmas spirits who show him his past, present and future.

2:30 a.m.

(COM) "A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All!" Stephen Colbert spends an evening with songs, skits and an in-depth analysis of naughty versus nice.

 

Dec. 24

6:30 a.m.

(TOON) "In Search of Santa." Penguin princesses Crystal and Lucinda try to return a sleigh bell to Santa in the North Pole.

7 a.m.

(FAM) "The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus." From childhood, Santa is destined for his immortal mission. Based on a story by L. Frank Baum.

8 a.m.

(FAM) "Little Drummer Boy." Greer Garson narrates the story about a child who visited the baby Jesus. Music by the Vienna Boys Choir.

(HGTV) "Sandra Lee Celebrates." Holiday Homecoming: Despite a challenging year, a family works with Sandra to create a holiday of good food, decorating projects and gifts on a very low budget.

8:30 a.m.

(FAM) "Nestor, the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey." A friendless donkey guides Mary and Joseph to shelter in Bethlehem.

(TOON) "Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends Christmas Special: A Lost Claus." Mac and Bloo must regain their faith in Santa Claus to prevent a horrible holiday.

9 a.m.

(AMC) "White Christmas'' (1954, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Former Army buddies put on a show with a sister act to save their general's hotel in Vermont.

(FAM) "The Leprechauns' Christmas Gold." Art Carney is the voice of the oldest leprechaun who tells a tale of a young cabin boy and Christmas.

(HGTV) "Sandra Lee Celebrates: Magical Merry Christmas." Lee works with a family to create a holiday full of food, decorating projects and gifts on a small budget.

10 a.m.

(COM) "A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All!" Stephen Colbert spends an evening with songs, skits and an in-depth analysis of naughty versus nice.

10:15 a.m.

(TCM) "The Great Rupert'' (1950, Comedy) Jimmy Durante, Terry Moore. A has-been acrobat and his daughter find a squirrel's stash of cash in their home.

10:30 a.m.

(DISN) "My Friends Tigger & Pooh: Super Sleuth Christmas Movie'' (2007, Comedy) Voices of Dee Bradley Baker, Mikaila Baumel. Animated. To save Christmas, the gang must return Santa's bag of toys to the North Pole.

11 a.m.

(COM) "Jeff Dunham's Very Special Christmas Special." The comic performs.

(FAM) "Mickey's Christmas Carol." Mickey Mouse is Bob Cratchit to Scrooge McDuck's Scrooge. Animated.

(HGTV) "Sandra Lee Celebrates: Season of Surprise." Lee surprises a family by showing how to host a multigenerational holiday reunion.

11:30 a.m.

(FAM) "Winnie the Pooh and Christmas Too." Fearing that Santa may not get it in time, Pooh carries his friends' wish list to the North Pole. Animated.

(TOON) "The Legend of Frosty the Snowman." Frosty teaches the children of Evergreen how to ice skate, pack a snowball and use a sled.

11:45 a.m.

(AMC) "White Christmas'' (1954, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Former Army buddies put on a show with a sister act to save their general's hotel in Vermont.

Noon

(DISN) "Eloise at Christmastime'' (2003, Comedy) Julie Andrews, Sofia Vassilieva. A 6-year-old girl tries to reunite a young woman with a former boyfriend before she marries another.

(FAM) "Pinocchio's Christmas." The true meaning of Christmas shines through for Pinocchio when he tries to earn money for Gepetto's gift.

(HGTV) "Decked for the Holidays." Decorating for the holidays.

1 p.m.

(FAM) " 'Twas the Night Before Christmas." Joel Grey narrates this animated musical adaptation of Clement Moore's traditional holiday verse.

(HGTV) "25 Great Holiday Ideas." Viewer-inspired holiday decorating and entertaining ideas; transforming a home into a place to welcome holiday guests.

1:30 p.m.

(FAM) "Rudolph and Frosty's Christmas in July'' (1980, Fantasy) Voices of Red Buttons, Ethel Merman. Animated. Santa must save the day when Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and Frosty the Snowman encounter an evil wizard.

(TCM) "All Mine to Give'' (1957, Drama) Glynis Johns, Cameron Mitchell. An orphan raised by Scottish pioneers in Wisconsin seeks homes for his five younger siblings on Christmas.

2 p.m.

(CMTV) "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition." Members of the makeover team revisit one family who has received a makeover in the past and join them on a mission to pay their fortune forward.

(TOON) "Casper's Haunted Christmas'' (2000, Fantasy) Voices of Brendon Ryan Barrett, Kathleen Barr. Animated. Cousin Spooky comes to the aid of Casper when the friendly ghost must scare someone or face banishment.

2:30 p.m.

(AMC) "White Christmas'' (1954, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Former Army buddies put on a show with a sister act to save their general's hotel in Vermont.

3:30 p.m.

(FAM) "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer & the Island of Misfit Toys." The famous reindeer and his friends must save Christmas when the evil Toy Taker steals all of Santa's toys.

4 p.m.

(DISN) "The Santa Clause'' (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen, Judge Reinhold. An adman takes over for the bearded, big-bellied fellow after a rooftop mishap on Christmas Eve.

(HGTV) "Behind the Magic: Disney Holidays." A crew documents preparations that go into decorating Walt Disney World for the holiday season.

(TOON) "Bah, Humduck! A Looney Tunes Christmas'' (2006, Comedy) Voices of Billy West, Bob Bergen. Animated. Bugs Bunny enlists the aid of three ghosts to teach Daffy Duck the true meaning of Christmas.

5 p.m.

(FAM) "Jack Frost." Jack Frost strikes a deal with Father Winter that if he defeats a villainous giant, he will become visible to the beautiful and human Elisa.

(TOON) "A Scooby-Doo Christmas." A headless snowman haunts the town of Winter Hollow at Christmastime.

5:15 p.m.

(AMC) "White Christmas'' (1954, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Former Army buddies put on a show with a sister act to save their general's hotel in Vermont.

5:30 p.m.

(TOON) "Ed, Edd 'n Eddy's Jingle Jingle Jangle." When Eddy discovers practical gifts, he tries to siphon off his friends' Christmas payload.

5:50 p.m.

(DISN) "The Santa Clause 2'' (2002, Comedy) Tim Allen, Elizabeth Mitchell. Santa must get married by Christmas Eve to save the holiday and keep his job.

6 p.m.

(FAM) "Frosty's Winter Wonderland." Just as Frosty is about to marry, mean Jack Frost puts him into a deep freeze.

(HGTV) "Celebrity Holiday Homes." HGTV designers decorate a celebrity's home for the holidays and show viewers designs with star power.

(WGN-A) "Yogi's First Christmas'' (1980) Voices of Daws Butler, Don Messick. Animated. Hoping to ensure a happy Christmas for Mrs. Trockmorton, Huck and the gang awaken Yogi Bear out of his winter sleep to help in their preparations.

6:30 p.m.

(FAM) " 'Twas the Night Before Christmas." Joel Grey narrates this animated musical adaptation of Clement Moore's traditional holiday verse.

7 p.m.

(COM) "Jeff Dunham's Very Special Christmas Special." The comic performs.

(FAM) "Rudolph's Shiny New Year." Rudolph the Reindeer comes to the rescue when the New Year baby is kidnapped by an evil bird. Voices of Red Skelton, Frank Gorshin, Morey Amsterdam.

7:45 p.m.

(DISN) "The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause'' (2006, Comedy) Tim Allen, Martin Short. Scott Calvin, aka Santa, contends with visiting in-laws and a scheme by mischievous Jack Frost to freeze him out of Christmas.

8 p.m.

(WXII, Channel 12) "It's a Wonderful Life'' (1946, Comedy-Drama) James Stewart, Donna Reed. Ruined by a miser on Christmas Eve, a suicidal family man sees life anew thanks to his guardian angel.

(WMYV, Channel 48) "The Hollywood Christmas Parade." Grand Marshal Susan Lucci leads the parade of floats through Hollywood.

(AMC) "White Christmas'' (1954, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Former Army buddies put on a show with a sister act to save their general's hotel in Vermont.

(FAM) "Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town." Fred Astaire narrates a musical look into the mysteries and myths of Kriss Kringle, alias Santa Claus.

(TBS) "A Christmas Story'' (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. In the 1940s, little Ralphie tries to convince his parents to get him a Red Ryder range-model BB gun for Christmas. Narrated by Jean Shepherd.

(TCM) "Remember the Night'' (1940, Romance-Comedy) Barbara Stanwyck, Fred MacMurray. Love blooms between a sympathetic attorney and the comely shoplifter he has taken home for the Christmas holiday.

9 p.m.

(FAM) "The Year Without a Santa Claus." Santa Claus decides to stay home for Christmas because he feels that people have lost their holiday spirit.

(LIFE) "12 Men of Christmas'' (2009, Romance-Comedy) Kristin Chenoweth, Josh Hopkins. A public-relations executive uses her media savvy to stir excitement in a small Montana town.

(WGN-A) "Yogi's First Christmas'' (1980) Voices of Daws Butler, Don Messick. Animated. Hoping to ensure a happy Christmas for Mrs. Trockmorton, Huck and the gang awaken Yogi Bear out of his winter sleep to help in their preparations.

10 p.m.

(FAM) "A Miser Brothers' Christmas." The battling Miser brothers, Heat and Snow, must put aside their differences and help save the holiday when injured Santa is unable to deliver gifts.

(TBS) "A Christmas Story'' (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. In the 1940s, little Ralphie tries to convince his parents to get him a Red Ryder range-model BB gun for Christmas. Narrated by Jean Shepherd.

10:45 p.m.

(AMC) "White Christmas'' (1954, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Former Army buddies put on a show with a sister act to save their general's hotel in Vermont.

11:35 p.m.

(WXII, Channel 12) "Christmas Eve Mass." From St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.

Midnight

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau." Larry the Cable Guy's holiday special featuring many comedic stars, sketches and musical performances.

(TBS) "A Christmas Story'' (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. In the 1940s, little Ralphie tries to convince his parents to get him a Red Ryder range-model BB gun for Christmas. Narrated by Jean Shepherd.

1 a.m.

(WGN-A) Midnight Mass

1:30 a.m.

(AMC) "White Christmas'' (1954, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye. Former Army buddies put on a show with a sister act to save their general's hotel in Vermont.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Star Studded Christmas Extravaganza." Larry's annual Christmas special with guests Terry Bradshaw, Lewis Black, Jeff Foxworthy and others.

2 a.m.

(COM) "Denis Leary's Merry F... Christmas Special." The comedian and his friends ring in the holiday season.

(TBS) "A Christmas Story'' (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. In the 1940s, little Ralphie tries to convince his parents to get him a Red Ryder range-model BB gun for Christmas. Narrated by Jean Shepherd.

3 a.m.

(COM) "A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All!" Stephen Colbert spends an evening with songs, skits and an in-depth analysis of naughty versus nice.

(DISN) "The Proud Family." The Prouds invite a homeless family over for Christmas.

4 a.m.

(TBS) "A Christmas Story'' (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. In the 1940s, little Ralphie tries to convince his parents to get him a Red Ryder range-model BB gun for Christmas. Narrated by Jean Shepherd.

 

Dec. 25

5 a.m.

(WXII, Channel 12) Christmas Liturgical

6 a.m.

(TBS) "A Christmas Story'' (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. In the 1940s, little Ralphie tries to convince his parents to get him a Red Ryder range-model BB gun for Christmas. Narrated by Jean Shepherd.

(TOON) "Olive, the Other Reindeer." Based on the children's book. Learning that one of Santa's reindeer is injured, a determined dog tries to save Christmas.

6:15 a.m.

(AMC) "Prancer'' (1989, Fantasy) Sam Elliott, Rebecca Harrell. A widower's daughter finds a wounded reindeer that she is sure must be from Santa's sleigh.

7 a.m.

(FAM) "Jack Frost'' (1998, Fantasy) Michael Keaton, Kelly Preston. A man who died on Christmas Eve returns to his wife and son one year later in the form of a snowman.

(HGTV) "A Very Merry Curb Appeal." Homes are transformed for the holiday season.

7:30 a.m.

(TOON) "Powerpuff Girls: 'Twas the Fight Before Christmas." Princess switches Santa's naughty and nice lists.

8 a.m.

(TBS) "A Christmas Story'' (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. In the 1940s, little Ralphie tries to convince his parents to get him a Red Ryder range-model BB gun for Christmas. Narrated by Jean Shepherd.

(WGN-A) Yule Log

8:30 a.m.

(COM) "A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All!" Stephen Colbert spends an evening with songs, skits and an in-depth analysis of naughty versus nice.

8:45 a.m.

(AMC) "Christmas Eve'' (1947, Comedy-Drama) George Raft, Ann Harding. On Christmas Eve, a spinster's three adopted sons learn her nephew is developing a sinister plot against her.

9 a.m.

(FAM) "Cranberry Christmas." Maggie and her grandmother help Mr. Whiskers keep the local skating bog out of the hands of mean neighbor Cyrus Grape.

(SPIKE) "Bad Santa'' (2003, Comedy) Billy Bob Thornton, Tony Cox. Two criminals disguise themselves as St. Nick and an elf to rob stores at Christmastime.

(TCM) "A Christmas Carol'' (1938, Fantasy) Reginald Owen, Gene Lockhart. Dickens' London miser Ebenezer Scrooge meets the ghosts of Christmases past, present and yet to come.

(TOON) "A Scooby-Doo Christmas." A headless snowman haunts the town of Winter Hollow at Christmastime.

9:30 a.m.

(COM) "Jeff Dunham's Very Special Christmas Special." The comic performs.

(LIFE) "Reba." Reba learns she will be spending Christmas Eve alone; Cheyenne and Van try to start a tradition.

(TOON) "Billy & Mandy Save Christmas." Grim tries to prove to Billy and Mandy that Santa Claus exists.

10 a.m.

(WXLV, Channel 45) "Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade." Disney characters march down Magic Kingdom's Main Street, USA.

(TBS) "A Christmas Story'' (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. In the 1940s, little Ralphie tries to convince his parents to get him a Red Ryder range-model BB gun for Christmas. Narrated by Jean Shepherd.

10:30 a.m.

(TOON) "Ed, Edd 'n Eddy's Jingle Jingle Jangle." When Eddy discovers practical gifts, he tries to siphon off his friends' Christmas payload.

10:45 a.m.

(AMC) "Holiday Inn'' (1942, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire. A singer and a dancer flirt with women at the singer's New England inn, which opens for holidays.

11 a.m.

(DISN) "My Friends Tigger & Pooh: Super Sleuth Christmas Movie'' (2007, Comedy) Voices of Dee Bradley Baker, Mikaila Baumel. Animated. To save Christmas, the gang must return Santa's bag of toys to the North Pole.

(HGTV) "Celebrity Holiday Homes." HGTV designers decorate a celebrity's home for the holidays and show viewers designs with star power.

(SPIKE) "Bad Santa'' (2003, Comedy) Billy Bob Thornton, Tony Cox. Two criminals disguise themselves as St. Nick and an elf to rob stores at Christmastime.

(WGN-A) "It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie'' (2002, Comedy) Whoopi Goldberg, Joan Cusack. Kermit tries to save the theater from a banker who wants to demolish it and open a trendy nightclub.

11:30 a.m.

(FAM) "Jingle All the Way'' (1996, Comedy) Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sinbad. A crazed postman, a tough policeman and a shady Santa impede a workaholic seeking a coveted toy for his son.

Noon

(DISN) "The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause'' (2006, Comedy) Tim Allen, Martin Short. Scott Calvin, aka Santa, contends with visiting in-laws and a scheme by mischievous Jack Frost to freeze him out of Christmas.

(TBS) "A Christmas Story'' (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. In the 1940s, little Ralphie tries to convince his parents to get him a Red Ryder range-model BB gun for Christmas. Narrated by Jean Shepherd.

12:15 p.m.

(TCM) "Christmas in Connecticut'' (1945, Comedy) Barbara Stanwyck, Dennis Morgan. The publisher of a women's magazine has his best columnist play holiday host to a Navy hero.

1 p.m.

(LIFE) "Comfort and Joy'' (2003, Comedy-Drama) Nancy McKeon, Dixie Carter. Knocked unconscious in a car accident, a woman awakens to learn she is married and has two children.

(SPIKE) "Bad Santa'' (2003, Comedy) Billy Bob Thornton, Tony Cox. Two criminals disguise themselves as St. Nick and an elf to rob stores at Christmastime.

1:15 p.m.

(AMC) "Santa Claus: The Movie'' (1985, Fantasy) Dudley Moore, David Huddleston. Santa and an elf foil a New York toy manufacturer's scheme to get rich off Christmas.

1:55 p.m.

(DISN) "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody." Zack and Cody hope their parents will reconcile when snow traps everyone in a hotel for Christmas.

2 p.m.

(TBS) "A Christmas Story'' (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. In the 1940s, little Ralphie tries to convince his parents to get him a Red Ryder range-model BB gun for Christmas. Narrated by Jean Shepherd.

3 p.m.

(COM) "A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All!" Stephen Colbert spends an evening with songs, skits and an in-depth analysis of naughty versus nice.

(LIFE) "The Road to Christmas'' (2006, Comedy) Jennifer Grey, Clark Gregg. A determined woman hitchhikes with a widower and his 12-year-old daughter to reach her wedding on Christmas Eve.

(SPIKE) "Bad Santa'' (2003, Comedy) Billy Bob Thornton, Tony Cox. Two criminals disguise themselves as St. Nick and an elf to rob stores at Christmastime.

3:30 p.m.

(AMC) "All I Want for Christmas'' (1991, Drama) Ethan Randall, Thora Birch. A boy and his little sister cook up a holiday scheme to get their divorced parents back together.

(DISN) "The Nightmare Before Christmas'' (1993, Fantasy) Voices of Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon. Animated. The Pumpkin King of Halloweentown plans to kidnap Santa Claus and deliver fear instead of joy.

4 p.m.

(COM) "Jeff Dunham's Very Special Christmas Special." The comic performs.

(FAM) "Miracle on 34th Street'' (1994, Fantasy) Richard Attenborough, Elizabeth Perkins. A department store Santa claims to be the real St. Nick.

(TBS) "A Christmas Story'' (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. In the 1940s, little Ralphie tries to convince his parents to get him a Red Ryder range-model BB gun for Christmas. Narrated by Jean Shepherd.

(WGN-A) "The Man Who Saved Christmas'' (2002, Docudrama) Jason Alexander, Kelly Rowan. Inventor and toy manufacturer A.C. Gilbert rediscovers his holiday spirit during World War I.

4:30 p.m.

(TCM) "Holiday Affair'' (1949, Romance) Robert Mitchum, Janet Leigh. A war widow has a 6-year-old son and two men who want to marry her for Christmas.

5 p.m.

(LIFE) "Eve's Christmas'' (2004, Comedy-Drama) Elisa Donovan, Cheryl Ladd. A lonely career woman gets a second chance to rethink a fateful decision after she makes a wish upon a Christmas Eve star.

(SPIKE) "Bad Santa'' (2003, Comedy) Billy Bob Thornton, Tony Cox. Two criminals disguise themselves as St. Nick and an elf to rob stores at Christmastime.

5:30 p.m.

(AMC) "Prancer'' (1989, Fantasy) Sam Elliott, Rebecca Harrell. A widower's daughter finds a wounded reindeer that she is sure must be from Santa's sleigh.

6 p.m.

(TBS) "A Christmas Story'' (1983, Comedy) Peter Billingsley, Darren McGavin. In the 1940s, little Ralphie tries to convince his parents to get him a Red Ryder range-model BB gun for Christmas. Narrated by Jean Shepherd.

6:45 p.m.

(DISN) "Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas'' (1999, Fantasy) Voices of Wayne Allwine, Russi Taylor. Animated. Mickey and his friends tell three stories including "A Very Goofy Christmas'' and "Mickey and Minnie's Gift of the Magi.''

7 p.m.

(LIFE) "Secret Santa'' (2003, Drama) Jennie Garth, Steve Eckholdt. A young journalist learns the true meaning of Christmas while trying to uncover the identity of a mysterious philanthropist.

(SPIKE) "Bad Santa'' (2003, Comedy) Billy Bob Thornton, Tony Cox. Two criminals disguise themselves as St. Nick and an elf to rob stores at Christmastime.

8 p.m.

(WXII, Channel 12) "Saturday Night Live Christmas 2009." Highlights of holiday sketches from years past.

(AMC) "A Christmas Carol'' (1984, Fantasy) George C. Scott, Angela Pleasence. Dickens' London miser Ebenezer Scrooge meets the ghosts of Christmases past, present and yet to come.

(HGTV) "Behind the Magic: Disney Holidays." A crew documents preparations that go into decorating Walt Disney World for the holiday season.

(USA) "Elf'' (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa's workshop to search for his family.

8:05 p.m.

(DISN) "Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas'' (2004, Fantasy) Voices of Wayne Allwine, Tony Anselmo. Animated. Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy and friends take part in a series of holiday adventures.

9 p.m.

(LIFE) "Thomas Kinkade's Christmas Cottage'' (2008, Drama) Jared Padalecki, Marcia Gay Harden. Inspired by his mentor, a young artist paints a mural of his hometown.

(SPIKE) "Bad Santa'' (2003, Comedy) Billy Bob Thornton, Tony Cox. Two criminals disguise themselves as St. Nick and an elf to rob stores at Christmastime.

9:30 p.m.

(USA) "Elf'' (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell, James Caan. A man leaves Santa's workshop to search for his family.

10:30 p.m.

(AMC) "Holiday Inn'' (1942, Musical Comedy) Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire. A singer and a dancer flirt with women at the singer's New England inn, which opens for holidays.

11 p.m.

(SPIKE) "Bad Santa'' (2003, Comedy) Billy Bob Thornton, Tony Cox. Two criminals disguise themselves as St. Nick and an elf to rob stores at Christmastime.

11:30 p.m.

(DISN) "That's So Raven." Raven cuts class to shop for a replacement Christmas gift and has a Santa Claus encounter of the worst kind.

Midnight

(DISN) "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody." Zack and Cody hope their parents will reconcile when snow traps everyone in a hotel for Christmas.

1 a.m.

(CMTV) "The 12 Days of Redneck Christmas." Families with unique holiday traditions.

(SPIKE) "Bad Santa'' (2003, Comedy) Billy Bob Thornton, Tony Cox. Two criminals disguise themselves as St. Nick and an elf to rob stores at Christmastime.

3 a.m.

(DISN) "The Ultimate Christmas Present'' (2000, Comedy) Hallee Hirsh, Brenda Song. Two girls' plan to close school by making it snow in Los Angeles jeopardizes Christmas.

(HGTV) "Behind the Magic: Disney Holidays." A crew documents preparations that go into decorating Walt Disney World for the holiday season.

 

Dec. 26

7 a.m.

(A&E) "Biography." Tracing the evolution of Santa Claus from the Dutch Sinter Klaas to the American St. Nick.

9 p.m.

(TBS) "Surviving Christmas'' (2004, Comedy) Ben Affleck, James Gandolfini. A lonely man returns to his childhood home and celebrates the holiday with the strangers who live there.

11:30 p.m.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau." Larry the Cable Guy's holiday special featuring many comedic stars, sketches and musical performances.

1:15 a.m.

(TBS) "Surviving Christmas'' (2004, Comedy) Ben Affleck, James Gandolfini. A lonely man returns to his childhood home and celebrates the holiday with the strangers who live there.

 

Dec. 27

5:30 p.m.

(CMTV) "Larry the Cable Guy's Hula-Palooza Christmas Luau." Larry the Cable Guy's holiday special featuring many comedic stars, sketches and musical performances.

6 p.m.

(A&E) "Dog the Bounty Hunter." The Chapmans prepare for a family gathering to celebrate the holiday season and members of the posse reflect on their highlights from bounty hunting.

 

Dec. 29

3 a.m.

(DISN) "The Proud Family." The Prouds invite a homeless family over for Christmas.

 

Dec. 31

11 a.m.

(BET) "Notarized: Top 100 Video Countdown of 2009"

7 p.m.

(BET) "Notarized: Top 100 Video Countdown of 2009"

10 p.m.

(WXII, Channel 12) "NBC's New Year's Eve With Carson Daly." The countdown to 2010 begins in Times Square.

11 p.m.

(WGHP, Channel 8) "Billboard's New Year's Eve Live"

(BET) "106 & Party." Ringing in the new year; highlights from 2009.

11:30 p.m.

(WXII, Channel 12) NBC's "New Year's Eve With Carson Daly." The countdown to 2010 continues in Times Square.

 

Jan. 1

8:30 a.m.

(COM) "Jeff Dunham's Very Special Christmas Special." The comic performs.

9:30 a.m.

(COM) "A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All!" Stephen Colbert spends an evening with songs, skits and an in-depth analysis of naughty versus nice.

10 a.m.

(HALL) "Countdown to the Rose Parade."

11 a.m.

(WXII, Channel 12) "The 121st Annual Tournament of Roses Parade." The annual march takes place in Pasadena, Calif.; Capt. Chesley Sullenberger serves as grand marshal.

(HALL) "121st Annual Rose Parade." Commercial-free presentation.

3 p.m.

(COM) "A Colbert Christmas: The Greatest Gift of All!" Stephen Colbert spends an evening with songs, skits and an in-depth analysis of naughty versus nice.

4 p.m.

(COM) "Jeff Dunham's Very Special Christmas Special." The comic performs.