What to Watch on TV This Week: What If, Doctor Who, Squid Game and More!

The week of December 22nd starts the holiday season off with plenty of joy and cheer. Some fun moments to watch out for are The 47th Annual Kennedy Center Honors, Dexter: Original Sin, and Squid Game.

In case you missed it, What If, Shrinking, and Doctor Who all have premieres or finales you don’t want to miss. 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:

What If – Sunday, December 22nd

The final season of the hit reality-bending Marvel show is filled to the brim with excitement and wonder. Unlike the previous seasons, each story this season will be its own original plot point, not an alteration of an already established reality. What If…? premieres Sunday, December 22nd at 9/8c on Disney+ with episodes releasing daily for 8 days.

Season Description: Each story in What If…? season 3 will be entirely new and original to the animated series, which opens up a plethora of opportunities for Marvel Studios to really experiment.

The 47th Annual Kennedy Center Honors – Sunday, December 22nd

This year on December 8th, folks flooded into the Kennedy Center of Performing Arts in Washington DC to honor Francis Ford Coppola, The Grateful Dead, Bonnie Raitt and Arturo Sandoval, and The Apollo Theatre. The 47th Annual Kennedy Center Honors airs Sunday, December 22nd at 8:30/7:30c on CBS and Paramount+.

Event Description: The Kennedy Center Honors recognizes and celebrates individuals whose unique contributions have shaped the way we see ourselves, each other and our world. Recipients have each had an impact on the rich tapestry of American life and culture through the performing arts, including music, dance, theater, opera, motion pictures or television. Honorees are confirmed by the executive committee of the Center’s board of trustees. While the accolades are not designated by art form or category of artistic achievement, the selection process has produced balance among various disciplines over the years.

Christmas on the Farm with Jill Wagner & Family – Monday, December 23rd

Actress Jill Wagner and her husband David, a member of the United States Army Reserves, invite people into their home for the holidays to celebrate the power of family, faith, and community. From supper to a candlelight service, they remind us of the beauty found this time of year. Christmas on the Farm with Jill Wagner & Family premieres Monday, December 23rd at 8/7c on Great American Family.

TV Special Description: Join Jill and David as they celebrate the true meaning of Christmas: cutting and trimming the holiday tree, gathering for Christmas dinner, and a candlelight service at the restored chapel on the farm. Jill’s military heritage has given her lasting appreciation for being close to loved ones and lifting those in need especially during the holidays.

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew – Tuesday, December 24th

As the crew discovers more about the world they’ve landed on, At Achrann, the contrasts between it and their home planet might take a further toll on them. Will they find a way back home or will they be forever stuck? Star Wars: Skeleton Crew airs Tuesday, December 24th on Disney+.

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

Doctor Who: Joy to the World – Wednesday, December 25th

Every year, we anticipate the latest Doctor Who Christmas special. This year, a young woman named Joy opens a secret doorway in the Time Motel, which leads to adventures with dinosaurs, The Doctor, and a deadly plot. Doctor Who: Joy to the World premieres Wednesday, December 25th on Disney+.

Episode Description: When Joy opens a secret doorway to the Time Hotel, she discovers danger, dinosaurs and the Doctor. But a deadly plan is unfolding across the earth, just in time for Christmas.

Bad Sisters – Wednesday, December 25th

As the season winds down, the sisters face an impossible situation. Meanwhile, Houlihand discovers some shocking revelations. Bad Sisters airs Wednesday, December 25th, on Apple TV+.

Episode Description: As Houlihan discovers shocking revelations, the sisters face an impossible situation.

Shrinking – Wednesday, December 25th

On the season finale, Jimmy finally takes Paul’s advice about Alice while Liz finds her purpose. The gang all go to Gaby’s for Thanksgiving dinner. Shrinking airs Wednesday, December 25th on Apple TV+.

Episode Description: Jimmy takes Paul’s advice about Alice; Liz finds her purpose; Gaby hosts Thanksgiving dinner.

The Year: 2024 – Thursday, December 26th

From the Olympics to big news events, Robin Roberts and other ABC news anchors review the moments we were all talking about this year. The Year: 2024 airs Thursday, December 26th, at 9/8c on ABC.

TV Special Description: The year in review, hosted by Robin Roberts with contributions by David Muir, JuJu Chang, and other noteworthy individuals from the year.

Squid Game – Thursday, December 26th

It’s been 3 years since Player 456 won Squid Game, and he’s back with a new resolution in mind. Once again, the game picks up with new contestants, all aiming to win 456 billion. Squid Game premieres Thursday, December 26th on Netflix.

Season Description: Three years after winning Squid Game, Player 456 gave up going to the states and comes back with a new resolution in his mind. Gi-hun once again dives into the mysterious survival game, starting another life-or-death game with new participants gathered to win the prize of 456 billion won.

Dexter: Original Sin – Friday, December 27th

Dexter works hard to make a good impression as the forensics intern at Miami Metro while also staying under the radar as a burgeoning serial killer. Dexter: Original Sin airs Friday, December 27th on Paramount+ with Showtime.

Episode Description: With Dexter’s bloodthirsty urges becoming too much, a young Dexter Morgan is forced into channelling his inner darkness

 

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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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