Sports, Christmas content, and reruns. That’s what we have in store on broadcast TV right now. That’s especially the case for broadcast TV tonight, Friday, Dec. 20.
It’s Friday, but the CBS dramas are taking a break. In fact, we have some bad news when it comes to Blue Bloods, as the show aired its series finale last Friday. SWAT and Fire Country will be back in January, but now it’s time for CBS to air its holiday programming.
National Christmas Tree Lighting, College Basketball, and more
CBS will kick off its holiday programming in style. The network will start with the National Christmas Tree Lighting, which is a favorite event for many, with plenty of songs being played. Adam Blackstone, Stephen Sanchez, and James Taylor are among those singing some holiday favorites throughout the hour.
After that, it’s time for Josh Groban & Friends Go Home for the Holidays. The special gives us a look at the true meaning of family and the magic of Christmas. Most of this is seen through the eyes of a child, which makes it extra special and family friendly.
Sports is taking over on two networks. FOX will have another Men’s College Basketball game. St. John’s is heading to Providence for their matchup tonight. If you prefer football, there’s college football on ABC instead. Indiana will head to Notre Dame for their playoff game tonight.
What’s on TV tonight
All times are in ET/PT, except for live sports, which are in ET only.
ABC
8:10 p.m.-11:40 p.m.: College Football Playoff First Round
CBS
8 p.m.-9 p.m.: National Christmas Tree
9 p.m.-10 p.m.: Josh Groban & Friends Go Home for the Holidays
10 p.m.-11 p.m.: Fire Country rerun
NBC
8 p.m.-8:30 p.m.: Shrek the Halls
8:30 p.m.-9 p.m.: Happy’s Place rerun
9 p.m.-11 p.m.: Dateline
FOX
8 p.m.-10 p.m.: Men’s College Basketball
The CW
8 p.m.-8:30 p.m.: Bob Hearts Abishola
8:30 p.m.-9 p.m.: The Conners rerun
9 p.m.-10 p.m.: Children Ruin Everything
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