What to Watch on TV This Week: Bob’s Burgers, Animal Control, The Way Home, and More!

The week of December 29th brings us into the new year with some much-anticipated premieres and returns. Whether you are getting excited about Animal Control, The Way Home, Missing You, or Happy’s Place, there is something for everyone.

You also don’t want to miss fun episodes from Bob’s Burgers, Lopez vs. Lopez, or Earth Abides. 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:

Bob’s Burgers – Sunday, December 29th

Tina is given a bit more power when she’s selected as the advice columnist for the school paper. Meanwhile, Teddy volunteers to build the float for the annual Bounty of the Bay Parade. Bob’s Burgers airs Sunday, December 29th at 9/8c on FOX.

Episode Description: Tina becomes the new advice columnist for the school newspaper; Teddy volunteers to build a float for the Bounty of the Bay Parade.

Earth Abides – Sunday, December 29th

The virus reaches new heights, and San Lupo finds themselves in a fight for survival. Ish discovers Joey’s secret project, prompting him to reassess the answers to humanity’s future. Earth Abides airs Sunday, December 29th at 9/8c on MGM+.

Episode Description: San Lupo fights for survival against the virus; Ish realizes the answers to humanity’s future may not be in his books and finds Joey’s secret project.

Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2025 – Tuesday, December 31st

The yearly routine of listening to incredible performances by the year’s top artists has come around again. Celebrate the coming new year with artists such as Alanis Morisette, Black Shelton, Carrie Underwood, Lenny Kravitz, Kesha, Jonas Brothers, T-Pain, Reneé Rapp, TLC, and more. Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest airs Tuesday, December 31st at 8/7c on ABC.

Event Description: Ryan Seacrest and Rita Ora host New Year’s Eve festivities in New York and Los Angeles.

Missing You – Wednesday, January 1st

Finding her estranged fiancé on a dating app turns Detective Kat Donovan’s world upside down. This event leads Donovan to reopen her father’s murder case. Missing You premieres Wednesday, January 1st on Netflix.

Series Description: Detective Kat Donovan’s world unravels when she finds her estranged fiancé on a dating app; this leads Kat to reopen the unsolved mystery surrounding her father’s murder.

2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony – Wednesday, January 1st

The 2024 list of inductees is long but well-deserved. From Mary J. Blige and Cher to Ozzy Osbourne and Jimmy Buffet to Dave Matthews Band and Foreigner, this year’s honorees are well-known for their craft and among many other fellow artists. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony airs Wednesday, January 1st at 8/7c on ABC.

Event Description: Performance highlights and standout moments from the annual ceremony.

Animal Control – Thursday, January 2nd

On the Season 3 premiere, the team has to focus on a zoo break and return all the animals. Yasmin and Frank’s relationship is on the rocks, while Emily finds herself an unexpected benefactor. Animal Control Season 3 premieres Thursday, January 2nd at 9/8c on FOX.

Episode Description: The crew must contain a freak zoo break; Frank realizes that he needs to break up with Yasmin; Emily finds an unexpected benefactor in a celebrity businesswoman.

Going Dutch – Thursday, January 2nd

A new FOX series centered on a U.S. Army Colonel who is sent to the Netherlands due to an unfiltered rant. There, he discovers he will be in charge of the least important army base in the world. Going Dutch premieres Thursday, January 2nd at 9:30/8:30c on FOX.

Series Description: After an epically unfiltered rant, an arrogant, loudmouth U.S. Army Colonel is reassigned to the Netherlands, where he is punished with a command position at the least important army base in the world.

The Rig – Thursday, January 2nd

In Season 2, the surviving crew of Kinloch Bravo are taken by helicopter to a new secret offshore facility. This facility, known as Stac, is located in the deadly landscapes of the Arctic Circle. The Rig Season 2 premieres Thursday, January 2nd on Prime Video.

Season Description: Helicopters have taken the surviving crew of the Kinloch Bravo to a new secret offshore facility called the Stac, nestled deep in the extraordinary and deadly landscapes of the Arctic Circle.

Happy’s Place – Friday, January 3rd

Gabby and Bobbie find themselves in a fierce showdown to determine who will be the emcee at the Tavern’s anniversary party. Everyone else places bets on who will gain victory, which adds fuel to the fire. Happy’s Place returns Friday, January 3rd at 8/7c on NBC.

Episode Description: When Bobbie tries to claim her rightful role as emcee for the Tavern’s anniversary party, she ignites a fierce showdown with Gabby, who’s determined to steal the spotlight; Isabella and Steve bet on who will come out on top, adding fuel to the fire.

Lopez vs Lopez – Friday, January 3rd

George starts to see Rosie’s ex-fiancé behind her back, forcing him to keep it all a secret. While Mayan attempts to manage a customer’s move by herself, Quinten finds himself trying to fix a plumbing issue without George’s help. Lopez vs Lopez returns Friday, January 3rd at 8:30/7:30c on NBC.

Episode Description: George has a big secret to keep when he starts spending time with Rosie’s ex-fiancé behind her back; Mayan tries to manage a customer’s move herself; Quinten tries to tackle a plumbing problem at home without George’s help.

The Way Home – Friday, January 3rd

In the new season, fans can expect to see Alice visit a new era that will bring forth more of the Landry history. New characters and exciting events will also be introduced. The Way Home Season 3 premieres Friday, January 3rd at 9/8c on Hallmark Channel.

Season Description: Alice will visit a new era. During her time there, she meets compelling characters whose stories add context to the history of the Landrys and provide answers to some questions … but open up new ones.

They Call it Late Night with Jason Kelce – Saturday, January 4th

Despite retiring from playing NFL football, Jason Kelce doesn’t seem to be slowing down. He will now host a late-night show in which he will talk to various personalities from the football world and beyond. They Call it Late Night with Jason Kelce premieres Saturday, January 4th at 1/12c on ESPN.

Series Description: An immersive experience from Union Transfer in Philadelphia, showcasing the Super Bowl champion’s oversized personality and infectious humor mixed with celebrity guests from the football world and beyond.

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Those are our picks for the week! What are you planning to watch? Share in the comments below!

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