All-New Christmas Specials

We all have our favorite Christmas movies that we must see each year, but in case you are looking for something a little new, here is a list of Christmas specials airing on TV that are all-new for 2009!

For The Kids:

DISNEY'S PREP & LANDING
A veteran elf (voice of Dave Foley) is passed over for a promotion and instead gets paired with an eager rookie. The new partners encounter a violent snowstorm during their Christmas Eve mission, making their job more challenging than they anticipated. Voice of Magee: Sarah Chalke.

ABC Tue, Dec 8 8:30pm
ABC Wed, Dec 16 8:00pm


YES, VIRGINIA
An 8-year-old girl (Beatrice Miller) in 1897 New York tries to discover if Santa Claus actually exists and writes a letter to a newspaper editor (Alfred Molina) as a last resort to find the answer. Neil Patrick Harris and Jennifer Love Hewitt also star.


CBS Fri, Dec 11 8:00pm

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TV Movies:

THE NATIONAL TREE
A teenage video blogger (Evan Williams) and his dad (Andrew McCarthy) travel across the country to Washington, D.C., after their tree is selected as the national Christmas tree. The trip gives the pair time to bond as they transport the spruce, which has emotional significance for them both. Kari Matchett also stars. Directed by Graeme Campbell. Based on the novel by David Kranes.

HALMRK Fri, Dec 4 8:00pm
HALMRK Sat, Dec 5 2:00pm
HALMRK Mon, Dec 14 8:00pm
HALMRK Tue, Dec 15 2:00pm


THE DOG WHO SAVED CHRISTMAS
A seemingly inept guard dog (voice of Mario Lopez) turns things around and protects his new owners' home while they're away and two thieves break in. Ted Stein: Dean Cain.



ABCFAM Sat, Dec 5 10:30am


DEBBIE MACOMBER'S MRS. MIRACLE
A frazzled widower (James Van Der Beek) hires a nanny (Doris Roberts) to reign in his rambunctious twins. Mrs. Miracle, as she's dubbed by the kids, has a profound effect on the boys and also lends her magic to their dad, who needs some help of his own. Erin Karpluck also stars. Based on the novel by Debbie Macomber. Directed by Michael M. Scott.

HALMRK Sat, Dec 5 8:00pm
HALMRK Sat, Dec 5 10:02pm
HALMRK Sun, Dec 6 12:00am
HALMRK Sun, Dec 6 8:00pm
HALMRK Fri, Dec 11 8:00pm
HALMRK Sat, Dec 12 2:00pm
HALMRK Wed, Dec 16 8:00pm


12 MEN OF CHRISTMAS
After losing her job and breaking up with her fiancé, a New York PR executive (Kristin Chenoweth) escapes to a small town in Montana, where she puts her media know-how to good use raising money for the local rescue squad. But her racy idea of selling a sexy calendar featuring the squad's members is met with resistance. Based on the novel "Decent Exposure" by Phillipa Ashley. Josh Hopkins and Anna Chlumsky costar.

LIFE Sat, Dec 5 9:00pm
LIFE Sat, Dec 5 11:00pm
LIFE Sun, Dec 6 9:00pm
LIFE Sun, Dec 6 11:00pm
LIFE Tue, Dec 8 9:00pm


CHRISTMAS IN CANAAN
A widower (Billy Ray Cyrus) tries to ease the racial tension between his young son and a classmate by forcing the two to spend time together. The boys quickly forge a bond while caring for a wounded puppy, but the tensions in their town aren't so easily resolved. Based on the novel by Kenny Rogers and Donald Davenport. Zak Ludwig, Jaishon Fisher, Jacob Blair, Matt Ward and Candus Churchill also star. Directed by Neill Fearnley.

HALMRK Sat, Dec 12 8:00pm
HALMRK Sat, Dec 12 10:02pm
HALMRK Sun, Dec 13 12:00am
HALMRK Sun, Dec 13 8:00pm


THE CHRISTMAS HOPE
A married couple (Madeleine Stowe and James Remar) on the brink of divorce open their home to a foster child who has no place to spend Christmas. The child's presence inspires the pair to set aside their problems to celebrate the holiday. Based on the novel by Donna VanLiere.

LMN Sun, Dec 13 8:00pm
LMN Mon, Dec 14 12:00am

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Music Events:

CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER
Jane Krakowski and Zachary Levi host the 77th annual lighting of the Christmas tree in Manhattan, which is illuminated by music artists rendering current hits and holiday tunes. Performers include Michael Bublé, Aretha Franklin, Alicia Keys, Barry Manilow, the Roots and Shakira. Appearing: newsman Brian Williams; and actors Taylor Schilling and James Tupper, both of "Mercy."

NBC Wed, Dec 2 8:00pm


CARRIE UNDERWOOD: AN ALL-STAR HOLIDAY SPECIAL
Grammy winner Carrie Underwood hosts a holiday variety special with guests Christina Applegate, Kristin Chenoweth, David Cook, Brad Paisley, Dolly Parton and Sons of Sylvia.



FOX Mon, Dec 7 8:00pm


JENNIFER HUDSON: I'LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS
Jennifer Hudson performs "The Christmas Song," "O Holy Night" and "Silent Night," and duets with Michael Bublé on "Baby It's Cold Outside" and "Let It Snow."



ABC Mon, Dec 14 8:00pm


CHRISTMAS IN WASHINGTON
Annually attended by the President and First Lady and other Washington VIPs, it is a holiday musical celebration benefiting the National Children’s Medical Center. Mary J. Blige, Neil Diamond, Sugarland, Rob Thomas and Usher are scheduled to join host George Lopez in TNT’s spectacular holiday celebration.

TNT Sun, Dec 20 8:00pm


FAITH HILL: A HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Faith hosts and performs the 11th annual event, with performances from Mary J. Blige, Michael Franti, Reba McEntire, Shakira and Carrie Underwood. With contributions from Jenna Elfman and Nia Vardolos. Stories featured this year include the Farmarkis family, the Hostier family, Michael Franti's story and the story of the Children Waiting association.

CBS Wed, Dec 23 8:00pm