What to Watch on TV This Week: Superman & Lois, Abbott Elementary, Matlock, and More!

The week of December 1st means the number of holiday movies premiering increases. To get into the holiday spirit, you can catch A Bluegrass Christmas, That Christmas, and A Season to Remember.

Other shows making a splash this week that you don’t want to miss are Superman & Lois, Abbott Elementary, and Lopez vs. Lopez. Here’s our full list of suggestions for What to Watch on TV this week!

Here are our recommendations for what to watch on TV this week:

Landman – Sunday, December 1st

Tommy Norris finds himself changing his opinion of Rebecca when she comes to his defense. Meanwhile, Cooper gets a call he isn’t expecting. Landman airs Sunday, December 1st on Paramount+.

Episode Description: After a rocky first impression, Rebecca comes to Tommy’s defense; Cooper gets an unexpected call.

Earth Abides – Sunday, December 1st

When Ish, a young geologist, wakes from a coma thanks to a snake bite, he finds himself very much alone. He decides to travel from San Francisco to Las Vegas in search of other survivors. Earth Abides premieres Sunday, December 1st on MGM+.

Episode Description: Ish, a solitary young geologist, barely survives a snake bite; after he wakes from a coma, he drives to the nearest town only to find dead bodies; he searches for survivors, from San Francisco to Las Vegas.

A Bluegrass Christmas – Sunday, December 1st

To save her horse sanctuary from closure, Katie seeks help from her recluse grandfather. Years ago, he was a Bluegrass star named Ben Pendleton. A Bluegrass Christmas airs Sunday, December 1st at 7/6c on UP.

Movie Description: Katie’s horse sanctuary faces closure. To save it, she must convince her grandfather, Bluegrass star Ben Pendleton, to perform at a Christmas benefit concert after years of seclusion.

9-1-1: Lone Star – Monday, December 2nd

Inching ever closer to solving the case of his father’s murder, Carlos starts to build his case against one of his own. Meanwhile, Owen is offered an opportunity he can’t pass up. 9-1-1: Lone Star airs Monday, December 2nd at 8/7c on FOX.

Episode Description: Carlos is determined to solve his father’s murder; Owen is offered a life-changing opportunity; Judd gives into his demons; Tommy begins her treatment.

Superman & Lois – Monday, December 2nd

On the series finale, the Kent family bands together to stop Luthor from the final move of his plan for Smallville. Superman & Lois Series Finale airs Monday, December 2nd at 8/7c on The CW.

Episode Description: The Kents fight with everything they have as Luthor makes his final move on Smallville.

Celebrity Wheel of Fortune – Monday, December 2nd

The latest episode of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune brings us into the holiday season with ease. Watch as Chance the Rapper, Dionne Warwick, and Lil Jon compete for charity. Celebrity Wheel of Fortune airs Monday, December 2nd at 8/7c on ABC.

Episode Description: Celebrity contestants Chance the Rapper, Dionne Warwick and Lil Jon.

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew – Tuesday, December 3rd

Jude Law takes on his latest role, this time within the Star Wars universe. During the New Republic Era, a group of kids lost in the galaxy are desperate to find their way home with help from Jod Na Nawood (Jude Law). Star Wars: Skeleton Crew premieres Tuesday, December 3rd on Disney+. 

Series Description: In the New Republic era, a group of kids lost in the Star Wars galaxy desperately try to find their way home.

St. Denis Medical – Tuesday, December 3rd

Ron and Bruce fight over a candy bar while Matt seeks verbal appreciation for saving a patient’s life. When an employee pushes the boundaries of incompetence, Alex must fire them. St. Denis Medical airs Tuesday, December 3rd at 8/7c on NBC.

Episode Description: Ron and Bruce butt heads over a candy bar; Alex is forced to fire an incompetent employee; Matt seeks appreciation for saving a patient’s life.

That Christmas – Wednesday, December 4th

Santa makes a big mistake when a blizzard hits a seaside town. The events set off a series of tales that are all related. That Christmas premieres Wednesday, December 4th on Netflix.

Movie Description: A blizzard hits a seaside town, setting off entwined tales of family, friends, love and loneliness – and Santa making a big mistake.

Abbott Elementary – Wednesday, December 4th

A holiday double-header sees the teachers of Abbott Elementary pushed to their limits. Whether dealing with a school-wide holiday show, visiting family members, or hosting a Christmas Eve dinner, they all want everything to go off without a hitch. Abbott Elementary airs Wednesday, December 4th at 8/7c on ABC. 

Episode 7 Description: Despite a few setbacks, Barbara is determined to make Abbott Elementary’s first-ever holiday show a success. Meanwhile, Jacob’s brother arrives for his visit earlier than planned.

Episode 8 Description: Melissa hosts the Schemmenti family Christmas Eve dinner and goes to great lengths to make sure everything is perfect. Meanwhile, Janine and Gregory get an unexpected guest.

92nd Annual Christmas in Rockefeller Center – Wednesday, December 4th

Kelly Clarkson eagerly hosts this year’s Christmas tree lighting. To add to the festivities are performances by the Backstreet Boys, Jennifer Hudson, and Dan + Shay. 92nd Annual Christmas in Rockefeller Center airs Wednesday, December 4th at 8/7c on NBC.

Event Description: Kelly Clarkson will host this year’s ceremony, featuring performances by the Backstreet Boys, Jennifer Hudson and the country duo Dan + Shay.

Black Doves – Thursday, December 5th

Helen has a secret identity that she keeps deeply hidden from her current lover—that is until he falls victim to the London underworld. To protect Helen, her employer sends in Sam. Black Doves premieres Thursday, December 5th on Netflix.

Series Description: Helen embarks on a passionate affair with a man who has no idea what her secret identity is; caught in the crosshairs when her lover falls victim to the dangerous London underworld, Helen’s employer’s call in Sam to protect her.

Season’s Greetings from Cherry Lane – Thursday, December 5th

A house plays host to multiple families over 3 generations during the Christmas holidays. Whether a wartime doctor and his wife in 1951, a newlywed couple in 2003, or a gay couple in 2024, this home has seen it all. Season’s Greetings from Cherry Lane premieres Thursday, December 5th on Hallmark+.

Movie Description: In 1951, a wartime doctor tries to make Christmas special for his worried wife. In 2003, a newly married couple host two sets of in-laws for Christmas Eve. In 2024, a couple try to arrange special holiday surprises for each other.

Matlock – Thursday, December 5th

On the penultimate episode, Matty finally gets a chance to help Julian with big pharma cases. Meanwhile, during the company holiday party Olympia learns something new about Julian. Matlock airs Thursday, December 5th at 9/8c on CBS.

Episode Description: Matty works on a case with Julian in which a young woman sues after experiencing severe symptoms from a clinical trial; at the company holiday party, Olympia learns a secret about Julian’s past.

Private Princess Christmas – Friday, December 6th

Princess Violet finds herself at an American leadership training program when she fails at her royal duties. She ends up making an unexpected connection with her instructor, Captain Ryan. Private Princess Christmas premieres Friday, December 6th at 8/7c on Hallmark.

Movie Description: After failing in her royal duties, Princess Violet is sent to an American leadership training program where she makes and unexpected connection with the stoic instructor, Captain Ryan.

Happy’s Place – Friday, December 6th

The tavern feels the stress of potentially losing their health insurance. In order to save them from this latest catastrophe, Gabby decides to get her friend Danny to host his party at Happy’s Place. Happy’s Place airs Friday, December 6th at 9:15/8:15c on NBC

Episode Description: When the tavern’s health insurance is threatened to be cancelled, Gabby has a plan; she’ll persuade her friend Danny to host his company party at Happy’s, but the catch is everyone must call Bobbie “Gabby” and Gabby “Bobbie.”

Lopez vs. Lopez – Friday, December 6th

The family has their hands full as the holidays approach. Mayan wants to find the perfect gift for Chance, George’s battle with Santa reaches its peak, and Quinten does his best to shake Rosie out of a funk. Lopez vs. Lopez airs Friday, December 6th at 9:45/8:45c on NBC.

Episode Description: While Mayan tries to track down the perfect Christmas gift for Chance, George has to settle a feud with Santa that stretches back to George’s childhood; Quinten tries to shake Rosie out of her holiday blues.

A Season to Remember – Saturday, December 7th

Symone, a driven Detroit sports journalist, is trying to make her mark as a woman in a male-driven world. A week before Christmas, she finds the perfect attention-grabbing story that will advance her career. A Season to Remember premieres Saturday, December 7th at 9/8c on OWN

Movie Description: Symone Gibson is a driven Detroit sports journalist in a highly competitive, male-dominated world. She has just a week before Christmas to find an attention-grabbing story that could take her career to the next level. With the help of a newly hired, free-spirited cameraman, Symone chases down a story and finds romance, courage, and a new sense of direction along the way.

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