A bunch more Yuletide films premiere again tonight, too late for inclusion in the CNN overview. Among them, the Rockettes finally figure in one of them, “A Holiday Spectacular” (Hallmark, 8 p.m.) about a hopeful dancer in the 1950s. Its cast also includes Claire Mason, Derek Klena, Eve Plumb and Ann-Margret.
The former Hallmark queen jumps ship for her “Candace Cameron Bure Presents A Christmas…Present” (Great American Family, 8 p.m.) with Marc Blucas.
Rachel Boston and Victor Webster star in another holiday romance that involves a big exec and a small-town drama, “A Christmas Cookie Catastrophe” (Hallmark, 6 p.m.). “Dognapped: Hound for the Holidays” (IONm 8 p.m.) has a canine theme; “A Christmas Spark” (Lifetime, 8 p.m.) stars Jane Seymour and Joe Lando.
And the holidays infest the renovation show when Ben and Erin Napier decorate in their Mississippi town, “Home Town Christmas in Laurel” (HGTV, 8 p..m.).
Yes, the World Cup occurs on Sundays, too, with Japan vs. Costa Rica (Fox Sports 1, 5 a.m.), Belgium vs. Morocco (Fox Sports 1, 8 a.m.), Croatia vs. Canada (Fox Sports 1, 11 a.m.) and Spain vs. Germany (Fox Sports 1, 2 p.m.).
“Welcome to Flatch” (Fox, 8 p.m.) gets a big post-football slot for a new episode about a tornado hitting town.
The saga of Nelson and Lisa is told on tonight’s episode of “The Simpsons” (Fox, 8:30 p.m.).
“Spector” (Showtime, 9 p.m.) concludes with a look at the legacy of the pop music producer and convicted murderer.
Old habits return as Bette and Shane break new ground with Tina and Tess on “The L Word: Generation Q” (Showtime, 8 p.m.),
“East New York” (CBS, 9 p.m.) might suspect some crooked cops in the precinct.
Bob takes the family to visit the cemetery on “Bob’s Burgers” (Fox, 9 p.m.).
“The Equalizer” (CBS, 8 p.m.) is hired by a pop star (Kelly Rowland) after she starts getting threats.
It’s exchange student week on “The Great North” (Fox, 9:30 p.m.).
“NCIS: Los Angeles” (CBS, 10 p.m.) investigates an arson attack.
Sasha has an awkward reunion with her family on “Mood” (BBC America, 10 p.m.).
“The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday” (ABC, 8 p.m.) is just the sort of synergetic company promotion that may not tell how how much the prices have gone up at the parks they celebrate. Nonetheless, performers include Becky G, Chloe Flower with Ne-Yo, Meghan Trainor, Run-DMC, Jordin Sparks, Maren Morris, Katharine McPhee, Il Volo and Black Eyed Peas. Derek Hough and Julianne Hough host.
“Family Law” (CW, 8 p.m.) represents a former client and friend who is an anti-vaxxer.
Suspicious deaths abound on “Coroner” (CW, 9 p.m.).
“The Real Housewives of Potomac” (Bravo, 8 p.m.) have to choose sides in an argument between Wendy and Mia.
The aunties get a traditional Guyanese brunch on “Family Karma” (Bravo, 9 p.m.).
“Tulsa King” (Paramount, CMT, 9 p.m.) goes on a road trip to take care of some business.
John makes swift changes at the Capitol on “Yellowstone” (Paramount, CMT, 8 p.m.).
“Alaskan Bush People” (Discovery, 8 p.m.) are looking to do some gold mining as well.
An edible greenhouse is one of the tasks on “Christmas Cookie Challenge” (Food, 8 p.m.).
“Holiday Wars” (Food, 9 p.m.) get in a time machine, to create Santas representing past eras.
Cabbage patch dolls are featured on “The Toys That Built America” (History, 9 p.m.).
“Homicide Hunter: Devil in the Mountains” (Investigation Discovery, 8 p.m.) is a two hour episode about Lt. Joe Kenda’s first serial killer case.
Christine’s departure has some fallout on “Sister Wives” (TLC, 10 p.m.), but really, she made the right decision.
On “Dangerous Liaisons” (Starz, 8 p.m.), Valmont seeks new terms in his deal with Camille.
Romantic entanglements start to tighten on “Step Up” (Starz, 9 p.m.).
On “The BMF Documentary: Blowing Money Fast” (Starz, 9:52 p.m.), the rift between the brothers deepens.
Eleanor questions Mark’s motives in his date with Naomi on “Let the Right One In” (Showtime, 10 p.m.).
Turner Classic Movies’ series of films that helped shape our culture concludes with “Super Size Me” (8 p.m.) and “Brokeback Mountain” (10 p.m.). Silent movies at midnight have Fatty Arbuckle on “Leap Year” (12:30 a.m.) and Buster Keaton in “Love” (1:45 a.m.), followed by Andrey Tarkovskiy’s “Solaris” (2:30 a.m.).
Basketball includes Dallas at Milwaukee (NBA, 8 p.m.).
Hockey has Arizona at Minnesota (NHL, 2 p.m.) and Winnipeg at Chicago (NHL, 7 p.m.).
Men’s college hoops includes Stanford at Memphis (ESPNU, 11 a.m.), Ole Miss at Oklahoma (ESPN, 1:30 p.m.), Villanova at Oregon (ESPN2, 3 p.m.), North Carolina at Alabama (ESPN, 3:30 p.m.), Duke at Purdue (ABC, 3 p.m.), Siena at Seton Hall (ESPN2, 5 p.m.), Miami at UCF (ESPNU, 5 p.m.), Portland at Michigan State (ESPN, 5:30 p.m.), Florida State at Nebraska (ESPNews, 7:30 pm.), Xavier at Gonzaga (ESPN, 7:30 p.m.), Florida at West Virginia (ESPNU, 8:30 p.m.), Iowa State at UConn (ESPN, 10 p.m.) and Oregon State at Portland State (ESPNU, 11 p.m.).
Women’s games include UConn at Iowa (ABC, 1 p.m.), Oregon at Michigan State (ESPN2, 1 p.m.), North Carolina at Iowa State (ESPN2, 7:30 p.m.) and Duke at Oregon State (ESPN2, 10 p.m.).
Women’s college volleyball has its NCAA tournament selection show (ESPNU, 7:30 p.m.).
Late Talk
ABC: Reps. Michael McCaul and Mike Turner, White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator Ashish Jha. CBS: Dr. Anthony Fauci, House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis, former Secretaries of Homeland Security Jen Johnson and Michael Chertoff. NBC: Polis, Rep. James Comer, Fauci. CNN: Rep. Adam Schiff, Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson, Sen. Chris Murphy. Fox: Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick.