Episodes 1 through 6 of this original approach to planetary history, and drama, are repeated in this six-hour marathon, which is capped at 10 p.m. ET by a new behind-the-scenes special, a documentary called The Making of Mars. The title refers to the TV show, not the planet.

2016

Dec

TERRY CREWS SAVES CHRISTMAS By David Bianculli

SPECIAL: The final two parts of this multi-part holiday series are shown tonight, back-to-back. So if Crews indeed is going to live up to the title, these are his final chances.

2016

Dec

THE "THIN MAN" MARATHON By David Bianculli

Fridays in December have been devoted to the films of Myrna Loy, so it’s mere coincidence that, if I note that this last Friday night before Christmas is a thin night for TV viewing, the word Thin has a double meaning. Six Thin Man movies starring William Powell and Myrna Loy as classy married sleuths Nick and Nora Charles, are shown tonight on TCM, starting at 8 p.m. ET with 1934’s original The Thin Man.

2016

Dec

GREAT PERFORMANCES: “SHAKESPEARE LIVE! FROM THE ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY” By David Bianculli

Originally broadcast live on April 23, 2016 – marking William Shakespeare’s death, 400 years previously to the day – this British special is co-hosted by David Tennant and Catherine Tate, of Doctor Who fame, but also famous as performing alumni of the Royal Shakespeare Company. This live two-hour show makes room for ballet, hip-hop, musical performances and other unexpected ties to the Shakespeare canon, along with the more expected scenes from his comedies and dramas – a

2016

Dec

UNCLE BARKY'S COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS By Ed Bark

’Tis the season to be generous. So today we offer a twofer -- classic ABC and CBS Christmas greetings from generations ago...

2016

Dec

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS By David Bianculli

My enthusiasm for this animated holiday special knows no bounds. This animated TV special from 1965 has the perfect holiday message, by Peanuts creator and cartoonist Charles Schulz, and the absolute perfect music, by Vince Guaraldi. Watch tonight, again, with your family or by yourself. Either way, it’s the best viewing choice of the night. And as for listening choices, try setting up a “Charlie Brown Christmas Medley” channel on Pandora. It’ll get you through the holida

2016

Dec

THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL By David Bianculli

Tonight’s game is between the 10-4 New York Giants and the 5-9 Philadelphia Eagles. For the Eagles, it’s a game played purely for pride – but for Eli Manning and the Giants, it’s a battle for positioning in the playoffs. And football fans know this already, I'm guessing, but just like daylight savings always can use another reminder, here's another note that, because Christmas falls on a Sunday this year, most of this week's NFL games will be played on Saturday instead. P

2016

Dec

THE GREAT AMERICAN BAKING SHOW By David Bianculli

There’s nothing low-calorie about tonight’s show, which is all about chocolate lava cakes and crème brulee. If you’re in the holiday mood, this is the cooking show to watch this evening – especially if you’re a chocolate lava.

2016

Dec

A CHRISTMAS CAROL By David Bianculli

This 1951 adaptation of the Charles Dickens classic holiday tale isn’t the first film version, or the last, but it may well be the best. Alastair Sim plays a frighteningly crotchety Ebenezer Scrooge, and Michael Hordern plays Jacob Marley, dead or alive. Oh, and the Spirit of Christmas Yet to Come? Creepy, creepy, creepy…

2016

Dec

SEUSS, JONES, KARLOFF AND NOBLE BUILT 'THE GRINCH' TO LAST By Bill Brioux

When telling the story of young Cindy Loo Who, two guys in bow ties knew just what to do...

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