“A Christmas Gift, of Sorts” -- Coverage of the CBS Original Series MATLOCK, scheduled to air on the CBS Television Network. Pictured (L-R): Kathy Bates as “Madeline Matlock” and Leah Lewis as “Sarah Franklin.
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Kevin Costner Presents: The First Christmas

Kevin Costner Presents: The First Christmas

Special

Kevin Costner narrates a two-hour special that reenacts the ancient story of Mary and Joseph, depicting the hardships the Biblical couple endured on their way to the manger.

NCIS: Origins

NCIS: Origins

Gibbs (Austin Stowell) faces some difficult emotional truths when his girlfriend and future second wife Diane (Kathleen Kenny) breaks the news that she’s taking a job in L.A. and asks him to come along, even if that means leaving his work “family.”

Fixer Upper: Colorado Mountain House

Fixer Upper: Colorado Mountain House

Series Premiere

The Gaines’ series is leaving the Lone Star State for the first time to tackle a project in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, providing a scenic backdrop for their latest makeover.

The West Wing

The West Wing

Streaming Premiere

Netflix starts streaming Aaron Sorkin‘s idealized and hugely entertaining drama (1999-2006) about life inside the White House during the reign of President Jed Bartlet (Martin Sheen).

Roofman

Roofman

Streaming Premiere

The fact-based caper makes its streaming debut, starring Channing Tatum as a serial robber of McDonald’s (entering through their roofs) who takes refuge within a Toys “R” Us store.

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'Kevin Costner Presents: The First Christmas'

‘The First Christmas’ on ABC, an ‘NCIS: Origins’ Triangle, the Gaines’ New Fixer Upper, ‘West Wing’ on Netflix

A curated critical checklist of notable Tuesday TV.
CELEBRITY WEAKEST LINK: Dr. Will Kirby in the CELEBRITY WEAKEST LINK
Q&A

‘Celebrity Weakest Link’: Reality TV Legend Dr. Will Kirby Talks How He Pulled Off Secret Strategy & Formed Alliances

‘One of the keys in reality television is to plant ideas, but let someone else think that they came up with it.’
Niall Horan and Snoop Dogg

‘The Voice’ Recap: Niall & Snoop Pick Their Finalists

Plus, the first-ever Mic Drop winner is revealed after the final Playoff performances.
Harriet Dyer and Alex Tarrant in 'DMV'
Spoiler Alert

‘DMV’ Bosses Break Down Colette & Noa’s Holiday Spark

Co-showrunners Dana Klein and Matt Kuhn discuss that eventful celebration.

THE VAN DYKE SHOW, from left: Dick Van Dyke, Barry Van Dyke, 1988

Why Did Dick Van Dyke’s ’80s Sitcom Fail?

Even super-fans might not recall this 1988 series.

Previews

Can Simu Liu Pass ‘The Copenhagen Test’?

 Austin Stowell as Leroy Jethro Gibbs — 'NCIS: Origins' Season 2 Episode 8

‘NCIS: Origins’ Bosses Say Gibbs Is Torn Between Lala & Diane in Fall Finale

 Mae Whitman — 'Twelve Dates 'Til Christmas'

Mae Whitman Previews New Hallmark Series ‘Twelve Dates ‘Til Christmas’
Percy and Annabeth in 'Percy Jackson & the Olympians' Season 2

7 Percabeth Book Scenes We Must See in ‘Percy Jackson’ Season 2

Percabeth forever.
Spoiler Alert

‘Jeopardy!’: Ron Lalonde’s Game Ends in Drama After Comeback

Did Ron’s streak continue?
Vince Panaro from Big Brother and girlfriend Kelsey

‘Big Brother’: Vince Panaro’s Ex Kelsey Shares New Update After Their Split

Do the exes have bad blood after the ‘cheatmance’ drama?
THE STAIRCASE, from left: Colin Firth (head turned) as Michael Peterson, Toni Collette as Kathleen Peterson, ‘The Beating Heart', (Season 1, ep. 105, aired May 19, 2022). photo: ©HBO Max / Courtesy Everett Collection; THE STAIRCASE, Colin Firth as Michael Peterson, ‘The Beating Heart', (Season 1, ep. 105, aired May 19, 2022). photo: ©HBO Max / Courtesy Everett Collection

See the ‘The Staircase’ Cast Alongside the Real People

A look at how the cast of the series, now climbing the Netflix Top 10, stacks up against the people of the true-crime case.
Nikki Rodriguez and Noah LaLonde in 'My Life With the Walter Boys' Season 2

New ‘My Life with the Walter Boys’ Season 3 Details Revealed

New character descriptions hint at what’s next for Jackie, Alex, and Cole.

Reviews
John Legend performs onstage during the Clooney Foundation for Justice's The Albies at the Natural History Museum on October 03, 2025 in London, England.

Roush Review: A Legend’s Life Journey Through ‘Words + Music’

 Stranger Things Cast

Critic’s Notebook: The Beginning of the End of ‘Stranger Things’

 The Death of General Mercer at the Battle of Princeton, January 3, 1777; By: John Trumbull; ca. 1789-1831. At the centre of the painting Brigadier General Hugh Mercer, cut off from his men, awaits the fatal blow from a British bayonet. General George Washington, in the background, charges onto the battlefield to rally the troops.

Roush Review: Ken Burns’ Deep Dive Into ‘The American Revolution’
Rachel Campos-Duffy attends FOX Nation's 2024 Patriot Awards at Tilles Center for the Performing Arts on December 05, 2024 in Greenvale, New York; Andrea Linares attends the Latin Grammy 25th Anniversary Exhibit at Gary Nader Art Centre on October 01, 2024 in Miami, Florida.

Rachel Campos-Duffy Exits Fox News Show as Andrea Linares Signs on as New Anchor

Find out what Campos-Duffy will do next.
Sterling K. Brown in 'Paradise' Season 2

3 Theories We Have About ‘Paradise’ Season 2

From those returning characters to Sinatra’s true goal.

The Simpsons Movie 2

‘The Simpsons’ Fans React to Movie Sequel’s Big Delay

The new date moves it to Labor Day.

Smokey Robinson and Halle Bailey in NBC's 'A Motown Christmas'

What Was the Original Motown Christmas?

The TV special airs on NBC on December 9 … but it’s part of a long Motown tradition.
Jimmy Kimmel

‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Gets Major Update on Future With ABC After Suspension

The late-night show was briefly off the air earlier this year after the host’s controversial comments about Charlie Kirk.

Game Shows
Ken Jennings in 'Jeopardy! Masters'

‘Jeopardy!’: When Does The 2025 Postseason Begin?

 Ryan Seacrest and Vanna White (left) eating on

Ryan Seacrest Fans React After He Shares Video of His ‘Very Full Day’

How to Play Netflix’s New HQ Trivia Game, ‘Best Guess Live’?
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MAY 15: Host Sean

7 Shocking Details Netflix’s Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Docuseries Left Out

These are the burning questions left out of the docuseries.

Kristina Mills and Jeff Probst in 'Survivor 49'

‘Survivor 49’s Kristina Responds to ‘Uncle Jeff’ Nickname Backlash

Fans on social media have been calling her nickname for Jeff Probst ‘cringe’ and too ‘familiar.’
To Catch a Predator

Why Was ‘To Catch a Predator’ Canceled?

Revisiting the show as the doc ‘Predators’ explores its problematic legacy.
Anderson Cooper on CNN's 'Anderson Cooper 360,' December 5, 2025.

Anderson Cooper Makes Big Decision About Future at Network

Cooper has worked for CNN since 2001.
Steve Carell and John C. McGinley in 'Rooster'

‘Rooster’: Steve Carell’s HBO Comedy Sets a Premiere Date

Plus, everything else we know so far.