A new series that has a “White Lotus” vibe. That is to say, an array of stars and a mystery that may incvolve a murder. But “No Good Deed” (Netflix, streaming) is about a couple selling their 1920s bungalow in L.A. and are surveying all the different people who are interested. It’s nice to see Ray Romano and Lisa Kudrow as the couple aiming to move (and hiding secrets). The cast includes Linda Cardellini, Luke Wilson, Abbi Jacobson, Denis Leary, Katherine Moennig, Linda Lavin and Denis Leary. Even so, it takes a while for things to take off. It’s from the creator of “Dead to Me,” which had the same blend of low-stakes drama and low-humor comedy.
Twenty years after they gained stardom as ditzy society girls who knew nothing about the country, “Paris & Nicole: The Encore” (Peacock, streaming) has Paris Nilton and Nicole Richie try to make an opera out of a nonsense song they think is better known than it is, “Sanasa.”
Performers at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards (Fox, 8 p.m.) include Coldplay, Teddy Swims, Jelly Roll, Shaboozey, Megan Moroney, Fuerza Regida, Seventeen, Tyla, Stray Kids and Linkin Park. Michelle Buteau hosts. Zach Bryan leads all with 18 nominations, Taylor Swift has 15, followed by Morgan Wallen with 15.
It’s the 60-year anniversary for “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” (NBC, 8 p.m.), which is both back to its originating network and its original length — so it runs until 9:15.
The film “Be Careful What You Say” (Lifetime Movie Network, 8 p.m.) is about a podcaster whose advice to listeners might have led to a death.
Olympia defends a defamed nanny on “Matlock” (CBS, 9 p.m.).
“Elsbeth” (CBS, 10 p.m.) has jury duty and can’t help getting further involved.
There’s fallout from the Carolina Cup on “Southern Charm” (Bravo, 9 p.m.).
“House of Villains” (E!, 9 p.m.) banishes somebody, and there are tears.
With all the bachelor partying, Wayne forgets Cori’s birthday on “Snoop Dogg’s Fatherhood: Cori & Wayne’s Story” (E!, 10 p.m.).
Denzel Whitaker and Porsche Coleman star in the movie “Too Many Christmases” (BET+, streaming) about a newly married couple trying to make it to both of their families’ celebrations.
Elsewhere, Mallory Jansen and Dan Jeannotte star in “All I Need for Christmas” (Hallmark Mystery, 8 p.m.), about a singer/songwriter who returns to help her parents on their farm at Christmastime.
“The Great Christmas Light Fight” (ABC, 8 p.m.) spends another two hours surveying overly lit households.
Georgie is worried he’s leaving Connor out of his new project on “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage” (CBS, 8 p.m.).
On “Ghosts” (CBS, 8:30 p.m.), Sam causes a rift between neighbors.
It’s that time of year to recount the year’s events, as on “E! News Presents NBC’s Hot 10 of 2024” (NBC, 9:15 p.m.), which is weirdly produced by E! News instead of, say NBC News.
“Northwoods Survival” (Nat Geo Wild, 10 p.m.) starts to warm up.
Bakers have to add a superhero element on “Christmas Cookie Challenge” (Food, 9 p.m.).
“Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking” (Food, 8 p.m.) has to make items inspired by Dumbledore’s office items.
The Iditarod is still going on “Mountain Men” (History, 9 p.m.).
“Mysterious Islands” (National Geographic, 9 p.m.) finds a marble head off of a Greek island.
The month-long Mickey Rooney salute on Turner Classic Movies Thursdays continues all day with “Little Lord Fauntleroy” (6 a.m.), “Captains Courageous” (7:45 a.m.), “Live, Love and Learn” (9:45 a.m.), “Love is a Headache” (11:15 a.m.), “Hold That Kiss” (12:30 p.m.), “Killer McCoy” (2 p.m.), “Summer Holiday” (4 p.m.), “The Big Wheel” (6 p.m.), “National Velvet” (8 p.m.), “The Human Comedy” (10:15 p.m.), “Boys Town” (12:15 a.m.), “Men of Boys Town” (2 a.m.), “Young Tom Edison” (4 a.m.) and “A Yank at Eton” (5:30 a.m.).
NFL action has Rams at San Francisco (Prime Video, 8:15 p.m.).
Basketball has Detroit at Boston (NBA, 7:30 p.m.).
Hockey has Edmonton at Minnesota (Hulu, 8:30 p.m.).
Men’s college basketball includes Iowa State at Iowa State (Fox Sports 1, 7:30 p.m.).
Women’s games include UConn at Notre Dame (ESPN, 7 p.m.).
Daytime Talk
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos: Patrick Dempsey, Monica Mangin, Linda Cardellini. The View: Edward Norton, Carol Kane. The Talk: Drew Carey. Kelly Clarkson: Taron Egerton, Simon Biles, cast of “Death Becomes Her.” Drew Barrymore: Kyle Mooney, Nicole Richie, Paris Hilton. Jennifer Hudson: Keith Urban, Aaron Pierre. Tamron Hall: Tina Knowles.
Late Talk
Stephen Colbert: Timothée Chalamet, Sabrina Carpenter. Jimmy Kimmel: Josh Brolin, Clarence Maclin, Raye. Jimmy Fallon: Lisa Kudrow, Elle Fanning, Jack Huston, Kamasi Washington. Seth Meyers: Billy Crystal, Sarah Michelle Gellar. Taylor Tomlinson: Fortune Feimster, Paul Scheer, Ilana Glazer. Daily Show: Peter Sarsgaard.