5 Awesome Holiday Shows For Your Thanksgiving Week
In a year that has been filled with unexpected twists and turns there’s a lot to be thankful for. As you curl up on the sofa with your loved ones during the look holiday week there is no shortage of awesome programs to share together. To give you some TV viewing inspiration, here are 5 of our greatest TV hits for the weeks.
You’ll find everything from a brand new holiday film starring Kristen Stewart and Thanksgiving Dinner with The Simpsons to season finale of Dancing With The Stars.
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Dancing with the Stars—Monday, November 23, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC
Who gets the Mirrorball? That’s the BIG question that will be answered on the season finale of Dancing With The Stars which is happening tonight on ABC. Hosted by Tyra Banks, each couple will repeat one of their favorite performances from earlier in the season but will add in something new. During the finale Nelly will also perform a medley of his greatest hits including “Ride Wit Me,” “Lil Bit” and “Hot in Herre” as his partner, Daniella Karagach, dances with her husband, Pasha Pashkov. During the show, judge Derek Hough will also perform solo to “Let’s Fall in Love for the Night,” while several couples who were previously eliminated will return to the ballroom.
Happiest Season—Wednesday, November 25, on Hulu
In this new holiday feelgood film by writer and director Clea DuVall, Kristen Stewart is planning to propose to her girlfriend (MacKenzie Davis) over Christmas. However, there’s one slight problem, Harper’s parents don’t don’t even know their daughter is a lesbian. Upset that Harper would hide their relationship, Abby begins to question whether she really knew her at all. What will it take to make things right? A Christmas Miracle? An amazing line-up rounds out the cast including Alison Brie, Aubrey Plaza, Burl Moseley, Daniel Levy, Mary Holland, Mary Steenburgen and Victor Garber.
The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration—Thursday, November 26, at 9 p.m. ET on ABC
Bring on the Christmas specials! Derek and Julianne Hough kick off the 5th anniversary edition of Disney’s Christmas special. With some help from Trevor Jackson guests will relive classic holiday performances from artists including ; Andrea Bocelli; Becky G; Boyz II Men and JoJo; Brett Eldridge and Meghan Trainor; Ciara; Jason Derulo; Kelly Clarkson; Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel; OneRepublic; Pentatonix; and Shaggy. The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration will also feature a special sneak peek of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, coming to EPCOT in 2021, and Disney and Pixar’s Soul, streaming on Disney+ December 25.
The Simpsons Thanksgiving Day Feast—Thursday, November 26, at 5 p.m. ET on FXX
It wouldn’t be the holidays without spending a bit of time with America’s most functional dysfunctional family! This year you can enjoy three hours of Thanksgiving specials from The Simpson’s on FX. The marathon will include fan favorite episodes like “Bart vs. Thanksgiving,” “Homer vs. Dignity,” “Homer the Moe,” “The Wettest Stories Ever Told,” “Thanksgiving of Horror,” and “Holidays of Future Passed.”
Vetsgiving—Thursday, November 26–Saturday, November 29, on Nat Geo WILD
National Geographic will kick off their annual weekend-long event on Thanksgiving day with a focus on the heartwarming network veterinarians including Dr. Oakley, Yukon Vet; Heartland Docs, DVM; Critter Fixers: Country Vets; Alaska Animal Rescue; The Incredible Dr. Pol; and Secrets of the Zoo. Highlighting the seasoned professionals and their empathy, devotion, and love, Vetsgiving serves the ultimate viewing feast to enjoy with the people (and pets!) you love.
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