
What to Watch on TV This Week: Yellowstone, What We Do in the Shadows, Star Trek: Lower Decks, and More!
The week of December 15th is the end of fall shows, while winter shows start to pick up. Some fun episodes to watch out for are Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, Landman, and Virgin River.
Three big shows are coming to an end this week. These are episodes you don’t want to miss from Yellowstone, Star Trek: Lower Decks, and What We Do in the Shadows. 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 15th
Cooper finds him in need of some support, so the Norris family rallies around him. Meanwhile, Angela finds herself caught unawares when dropping by Victor’s for a visit. Landman airs Sunday, December 15th on Paramount+.
Episode Description: Angela gets caught off-guard when visiting Victor; the Norris family rallies around Cooper during his time of need.
Yellowstone – Sunday, December 15th

The fate of the ranch, in the wake of John’s death, comes to blows. Meanwhile, the Dutton family and their cowboys lay John to rest. Yellowstone finale airs Sunday, December 15th at 8/7c on Paramount Network and CMT.
Episode Description: As the Duttons and the Yellowstone cowboys lay John to rest, the fate of the ranch is revealed.
The Neighborhood – Monday, December 16th
Marty finds he isn’t emotionally prepared to send Daphne to daycare when faced with returning to work. Grover receives an unfair grade in Spanish class, and Gemma notices, taking issue with it. The Neighborhood airs Monday, December 16th at 8/7c on CBS.
Episode Description: Marty prepares to head back to work but isn’t emotionally prepared to send Daphne to daycare; Gemma notices an issue with the grade Grover is receiving in his Spanish class.
What We Do in the Shadows – Monday, December 16th

After six seasons, this beloved comedy about a group of Staten Island vampires comes to an exciting close. The group finds themselves facing a change of plans when a surprising twist comes along. What We Do in the Shadows series finale airs Monday, December 6th at 10/9c on FX.
Episode Description: A surprising twist leads to a change of plans.
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew – Tuesday, December 17th
As the parents on At Attin try their hardest to find their children, against the suggestion of their leader, the children in question might be in danger. After all, we now know the man they met isn’t a Jedi; he’s simply force-sensitive. Star Wars: Skeleton Crew airs Tuesday, December 17th 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.
The Secret Lives of Animals – Wednesday, December 18th
Are you someone who delights in learning more about animals all over the world? Then this new series is just for you. Take a look at 77 different species across 24 countries. The Secret Lives of Animals premieres Wednesday, December 18th on Apple TV+.
Series Description: Showcases rare footage of animal behaviours across 77 species in 24 countries, highlighting their intelligence and adaptability through pivotal life moments like birth, raising families, and finding food.
Star Trek: Lower Decks – Thursday, December 19th

It’s hard to believe that we’ve reached the end of our time with Tendi, Rutherford, Mariner, Boimler, and T’Lyn on the USS Cerritos. These characters have grown so much in their time as a part of Lower Decks, it’ll be interesting to see where they all end up. Star Trek: Lower Decks series finale airs Thursday, December 19th on Paramount+.
Series Description: Star Trek: Lower Decks focuses on the support crew serving on one of Starfleet’s least important ships, the USS Cerritos, in 2380. Ensigns Mariner, Boimler, Rutherford and Tendi must keep up with their duties and their social lives, often while the ship is being rocked by a multitude of sci-fi anomalies.
Virgin River – Thursday, December 19th
Mel and Jack are in the midst of their wedding season, but drama and secrets are never far behind. Everything gets turned on its head when Mel’s father’s past comes sneaking back. Virgin River Season 6 premieres Thursday, December 19th on Netflix.
Season Description: Against the backdrop of Mel and Jack’s romantic spring wedding season, this sixth installment promises fresh twists and turns, escalating love triangles, delightful wedding drama, as well as uncovered secrets from Mel’s father’s past which will transport us to the magic and mystique of Virgin River in the 1970s.
Before – Friday, December 20th

The more Eli learns about Noah’s condition, the more Denise begs him to include her. Meanwhile, Eli is more focused on solving the puzzling connection between him and the young boy. Before airs Friday, December 20th, on Apple TV+.
Episode Description: Denise pleads for Eli’s insight into Noah’s condition. Eli aims to solve the puzzle of his connection with Noah. When Eli discovers photos of a mysterious farmhouse, he sets out to find it.
Silo – Friday, December 20th
In light of Solo’s recently discovered dishonesty, Juliette continues to question what is real in the world around her. Silo airs Friday, December 20th on Apple TV+.
Season Description: Juliette finds sanctuary in a silo long ago destroyed by war, thinking she’s alone.
Happy Howlidays – Saturday, December 21st
Who doesn’t love the combination of holiday spirit and furry friends? Mia is a webpage editor who finds herself unexpectedly alone during the holidays until she encounters a stray dog. Happy Howlidays premieres Saturday, December 21st at 8/7c on Hallmark.
Movie Description: Mia, a meticulous webpage editor for the Seattle Tourism Board, finds herself unexpectedly navigating the holidays alone. As the only one working, she’s drawn into an unusual encounter when she encounters a stray dog. Unsure how to handle the situation, she crosses paths with Max, a dog shelter owner. Mia agrees to let Max’s ailing dog find solace with her newfound companion, in exchange for Max showing her the hidden gems of Seattle. Through their journey together, they both step out of their comfort zones, discovering new perspectives and forming a meaningful connection.
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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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