December 22, 2025 | Monday
US TV Guide: What’s on Tonight? (December 22, 2025)
What is the US TV schedule for tonight? Which Christmas specials are airing on December 22? Where to watch Monday Night Football? What time do the late-night talk shows start? Are there any movie marathons today?
As we head into the peak of the holiday season, American television is packed with festive specials, live sports, and winter finales. Whether you are looking for classic cinema on TCM or the latest reality drama on ABC, tonight’s lineup has something for everyone.
Quick Highlights (Prime Time Snapshot)
Monday Night Football: Live coverage starts at 8:00 PM ET on ESPN.
Holiday Specials: "A Charlie Brown Christmas" and various Hallmark marathons.
Late Night: New episodes featuring holiday guests on NBC and CBS.
Streaming: New holiday drops on Netflix and Disney+.
Major Network Schedule (Prime Time - 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM ET)
Our editors at www.koydenhaber.com have compiled the projected schedule for the major US networks for this Monday evening.
ABC
8:00 PM: The Great Christmas Light Fight (Season Finale)
10:00 PM: The Good Doctor (Encore Performance)
CBS
8:00 PM: The Neighborhood (Holiday Episode)
8:30 PM: Bob Hearts Abishola
9:00 PM: NCIS (Winter Arc)
10:00 PM: NCIS: Hawai'i
NBC
8:00 PM: The Voice (Live Semi-Final Performances)
10:00 PM: Password (Holiday Special Edition)
FOX
8:00 PM: Kitchen Nightmares: Mistletoe Mayhem
9:00 PM: Special Forces: World's Toughest Test
Infographic: Viewership Trends for December 22
Sports Lead: Monday Night Football remains the dominant live broadcast.
Movie Marathons: Cable networks like Hallmark and Freeform (25 Days of Christmas) see a 50% spike in viewership this week.
Cable & Special Interest Highlights
| Channel | Program | Time (ET) | Genre |
| ESPN | Monday Night Football | 8:15 PM | Sports |
| Hallmark | A Merry Scottish Christmas | 8:00 PM | Romance/Movie |
| Freeform | Home Alone 2: Lost in New York | 6:00 PM | Family/Comedy |
| TCM | Christmas in Connecticut (1945) | 10:00 PM | Classic |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What time is Monday Night Football tonight?Kickoff is typically at 8:15 PM ET, with pre-game coverage starting at 7:00 PM ET on ESPN.Where can I watch classic Christmas movies today?Freeform is running its "25 Days of Christmas" marathon, and AMC usually features 24-hour holiday favorites like Elf and National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.Are the late-night shows new tonight?Yes, most networks air new episodes on the Monday before Christmas to promote holiday movie releases.Is there a special weather report for the US today?Most networks (CNN, Fox News, MSNBC) will provide "Travel Weather" updates every half hour for those planning Christmas trips.Share This Guide With Your Binge-Watching Friends!
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