THE CW PRIMETIME LISTINGS FOR THE WEEK OF JANUARY 2, 2022 (ALL TIMES ET)
SUNDAY, JANUARY 2
LEGENDS OF THE HIDDEN TEMPLE
“The Hawaiian Legend of Pele” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)
CRISTELA ALONZO HOSTS THE NEW SERIES FROM THE CW — The “Purple Parrots,”
“Blue Barracudas,” “Orange Iguanas,” “Red Jaguars,” “Silver Snakes” and “Green Monkeys”
must learn the story and repeat the great feats of Pele the Hawaiian goddess in order to win a
chance at the Temple Run and the $25,000 prize. Cristela Alonzo hosts (#102). Original airdate
10/17/2021. Every episode of LEGENDS OF THE HIDDEN TEMPLE will be available to
stream on CWTV.com and The CW App the day after broadcast for free and without a
subscription, log-in or authentication required.
PENN & TELLER: FOOL US
“Happy Birthday!” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, L) (HDTV)
GUEST APPEARANCE BY JUDY GOLD — Aspiring magicians are invited to perform their
best trick to try and fool the world-famous team of Penn & Teller, who will get to see the trick
only once and have to immediately try to work it out. Anyone who succeeds wins the right to
perform with Penn & Teller in their celebrated show at the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.
The TV audience watches along with Penn & Teller as they try to figure out the secrets. The
magicians featured in the episode include Amanda Nepo, Shoot Ogawa, Ale Bellotto & Giulia
Musso and Mark Clearview with special guest appearance by Judy Gold. Alyson Hannigan
(“How I Met Your Mother”) serves as host (#801). Original airdate 10/15/2021.
MONDAY, JANUARY 3
ALL AMERICAN
“Show Me A Good Time” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, DLS) (HDTV)
OUT OF SYNC – Everyone is excited for Senior skip day, and Spencer (Daniel Ezra) plans a
romantic getaway at the cabin for he and Olivia (Samantha Logan), but when the gang shows
nothing goes as he had planned. Surprising news makes Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and
Simone (guest star Geffri Maya) realize they might not be as prepared for their new reality as
they had hoped. Now that Patience (Chelsea Tavares) is back from tour, she and Coop (Bre-Z)
can’t seem to get on the same page when it comes to their relationship. Meanwhile, Billy (Taye
Diggs), Grace (Karimah Westbrook), Laura (Monet Mazur) and Principal Carter (guest star
Lamon Archey) team up with an unlikely ally as they go on an adventure in the halls of South
Crenshaw High to track down relics of the past. Kristin Windell directed the episode written by
Adrian Dukes. (#406). Original airdate 12/6/2021.
4400
“Past is Prologue” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, LV) (HDTV)
SERIES PREMIERE — Over the last century at least four thousand four hundred people who
were overlooked, undervalued, or otherwise marginalized vanished without a trace off the face of
the planet. Last night, inexplicably, they were all returned in an instant to Detroit having not
aged a day and with no memory of what happened to them. As the government races to
understand the phenomenon, analyze the potential threat, and contain the story, Jharrel (Joseph
David-Jones), an empathetic social worker, and Keisha (Ireon Roach), a hardened community
corrections officer, are among the civil servants called upon to deal with the uncanny refugees.
The new partners clash in ideology and approach, but gradually find they have more in common
than they thought as they become familiar with those under their care, including Shanice
(Brittany Adebumola), a lawyer and resilient young mother from the early aughts, whose
unexpected reunion with her estranged husband Logan (Cory Jeacoma) and suddenly teenaged
daughter Mariah (guest star Sophia Echendu) is immediately rocky; Andre (TL Thompson), a
WWI Army surgeon fresh from the Harlem Renaissance; Claudette (Jaye Ladymore), an
influential hidden figure from the Mississippi civil rights movement; Isaiah “Rev” Johnston
(Derrick A. King), a black sheep reverend-scion born to a notable televangelist family in 1990s
Chicago; LaDonna (Khailah Johnson), a seemingly shallow but misunderstood D-list reality TV
star from Miami, circa 2015; and two wildly different unaccompanied teens, Mildred (Autumn
Best), a vibrant girl, whose bell bottoms give away her 1970s upbringing, and Hayden
(AMARR), an introspective, prescient boy, whose origin remains a mystery. These unwilling
time travelers, collectively the 4400, must grapple with their impossible new reality, the fact that
they’ve been returned with a few…upgrades, and the increasing likelihood that they were
brought back now for a reason they’re only beginning to understand. Janice Cooke directed the
episode written by Ariana Jackson (#101). Original airdate 10/25/2021. Every episode of 4400
will be available to stream on The CW App and CWTV.com the day after broadcast for free and
without a subscription, log-in or authentication required.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 4
PENN & TELLER: FOOL US
“Monkeys, Donuts and X-Men” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, L) (HDTV)
RULING THE STAGE — Aspiring magicians are invited to perform their best trick to try and
fool the world-famous team of Penn & Teller, who will get to see the trick only once and have to
immediately try to work it out. Anyone who succeeds wins the right to perform with Penn &
Teller in their celebrated show at the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The TV audience
watches along with Penn & Teller as they try to figure out the secrets. The magicians featured in
the episode include Anchal Kumawat, Mark Doetsch, Michael O’Brien and Adrian Cárratalá.
Alyson Hannigan (“How I Met Your Mother”) serves as host (#806). Original airdate
10/22/2021.
MASTERS OF ILLUSION
“Virtual Magic, Psychic Worms, and Hans Klok” — (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET) (TV-
PG) (HDTV)
SWORD SUSPENSION — Hosted by Dean Cain, “Masters of Illusion” features amazing magic
performed by cutting-edge illusionists, escape artists and performers displaying skills ranging
from perplexing interactive mind magic to hilarious comedy routines — all in front of a studio
audience. Magicians featured in this episode include Trigg Watson, Jeki Yoo, Lefty, Krystyn
Lambert, Eric Jones and Hans Klok (#704). Original airdate 5/29/2020.
MASTERS OF ILLUSION
“The Blind Magician and Floating Off a Barstool” — (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET)
(Content Rating TBD) (HDTV)
WILD CARDS — Hosted by Dean Cain, “Masters of Illusion” features amazing magic
performed by cutting-edge illusionists, escape artists and performers displaying skills ranging
from perplexing interactive mind magic to hilarious comedy routines — all in front of a studio
audience. Magicians featured in this episode include Titou, Juliana Fay, Leon Etienne, Joshua
Jay, Richard Turner and Ed Alonzo (#705). Original airdate 6/5/2020.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 5
DC’S LEGENDS OF TOMORROW
“WVRDR_ERROR_100 <OEST-OF-TH3-GS.GID3ON> NOTFOUND” —
(8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, LV) (HDTV)
LEGENDS OF PAST AND PRESENT IN THE 100 th EPISODE – With Astra (Olivia Swann),
Spooner (Lisseth Chavez) and a now-human Gideon (Amy Pemberton) trying to save the
Legends, Gideon becomes overwhelmed by her new human choices sending her into a catatonic
state. Astra and Spooner combine their powers to enter Gideon’s mindscape and discover that a
virus is trying to erase all of Gideon’s memories. Acting fast, they devise a plan to defeat the
virus before it’s too late. Meanwhile, the Legends are about to go up against a powerful new foe.
Caity Lotz, Jes Macallan, Nick Zano, Tala Ashe, Shayan Sobhian and Adam Tsekham also star.
Caity Lotz directed the episode written by Phil Klemmer & Matthew Maala (#703). Original
airdate 10/27/2021.
BATWOMAN
“Pick Your Poison” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, LV) (HDTV)
DOUBLE TROUBLE – As Ryan’s (Javicia Leslie) family dynamic grows more complicated,
she also finds herself in the middle of a Bat Team stand-off between Luke (Camrus Johnson) and
Mary (Nicole Kang). Meanwhile, Alice (Rachel Skarsten) finds a new sidekick to do her
bidding. Also starring Nick Creegan and Robin Givens. Holly Dale directed the episode written
by Kelly Ota and Emily Alonso (#307). Original airdate 11/24/21. Every episode of
BATWOMAN will be available to stream on The CW App and CWTV.com the day after
broadcast for free and without a subscription, log-in or authentication required.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 6
WALKER
“It’s Not What You Think” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, DV) (HDTV)
LIAM IS SUSPCIOUS OF THE DAVIDSONS – Walker (Jared Padalecki) tells his family
about the surveillance cameras in their home and partners with Denise (guest star Tamara
Feldman) to lure out whoever is watching them. Liam (Keegan Allen) doesn’t trust Denise, or
her husband Dan (guest star Dave Annable), which frustrates Walker who is trying to mend the
rift between the families. Micki (Lindsey Morgan) continues to deal with the ramifications of her
time undercover. Jackie Tejada directed the episode written by Casey Fisher (#204). Original
airdate 11/18/2021. Every episode of WALKER will be available to stream on The CW App and
CWTV.com the day after broadcast for free and without a subscription, log-in or authentication
required.
LEGACIES
“I Thought You’d Be Happier To See Me” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14,
LV) (HDTV)
CLAIRE HOLT GUEST STARS — Hope (Danielle Rose Russell) is tracked down by the one
person who could help her – Rebekah Mikaelson (guest star Claire Holt). Rebekah is fearful of
what path Hope has chosen but makes every effort to get through to her. Josie (Kaylee Bryant)
and Lizzie (Jenny Boyd) hold out hope in a seemingly dire situation as MG (Quincy Fouse)
figures out what he can do to help. Meanwhile, Kaleb (Chris Lee) wants to set things right and
turns to Cleo (Omono Okojie) for guidance. Aria Shahghasemi, Matthew Davis, Leo Howard
and Ben Levin also star. Lauren Petzke directed the episode written by Brett Matthews (#401).
Original airdate 11/11/2021.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 7
PENN & TELLER: FOOL US
“Chocolate Magic” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, L) (HDTV)
HEATHER MCDONALD GUEST STARS — Aspiring magicians are invited to perform their
best trick to try and fool the world-famous team of Penn & Teller, who will get to see the trick
only once and have to immediately try to work it out. Anyone who succeeds wins the right to
perform with Penn & Teller in their celebrated show at the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.
The TV audience watches along with Penn & Teller as they try to figure out the secrets. The
magicians featured in the episode include Tori Noquez, Alex Boyer, Andi Gladwin and Topas.
Alyson Hannigan (“How I Met Your Mother”) serves as host (#809). Original airdate 1/7/2022.
NANCY DREW
“The Confession of the Long Night” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, DSV)
(HDTV)
TRUTH HURTS – A truth-inducing ritual takes hold of a town-wide cocktail party, yielding
volcanic emotional confessions and a surprising romantic connection for Nancy (Kennedy
McMann). Meanwhile, one of Ryan’s (Riley Smith) business contacts comes to town with an
offer that may be connected to a recent wrongful death. Also starring Maddison Jaizani, Leah
Lewis, Tunji Kasim, Alex Saxon and Scott Wolf. Jesse Ellis directed the episode written by
Andrea Thornton Bolden (#310). Original airdate 1/7/2022. Every episode of NANCY
DREW will be available to stream on The CW App and CWTV.com the day after broadcast for
free and without a subscription, log-in or authentication required.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 8
WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY?
“Jonathan Mangum 11” — (8:00-8:30 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, D) (HDTV)
UNIQUE COMEDY — Hosted by comedian Aisha Tyler, cast members Ryan Stiles, Wayne
Brady and Colin Mochrie, along with guest comedian Jonathan Mangum, put their comedic
skills to the test through a series of spontaneous improv games that are prompted only by random
ideas supplied by the studio audience. The four performers must use the little information they
have and their wild imaginations to depict different characters and an array of scenes, as well as
perform songs. After each round of improvisation, Aisha will dole out points to our four
performers and declare a winner at the end of every episode. Directed by Geraldine Dowd
(#1009). Original airdate 1/8/2022.
WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY?
“Greg Proops 7” — (8:30-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)
IT’S MIGHTY FUNNY — Hosted by comedian Aisha Tyler, cast members Ryan Stiles, Wayne
Brady and Colin Mochrie, along with guest comedian Greg Proops, put their comedic skills to
the test through a series of spontaneous improv games that are prompted only by random ideas
supplied by the studio audience. The four performers must use the little information they have
and their wild imaginations to depict different characters and an array of scenes, as well as
perform songs. After each round of improvisation, Aisha will dole out points to our four
performers and declare a winner at the end of every episode. Directed by Geraldine Dowd
(#907). Original airdate 1/29/2021.
WORLD’S FUNNIEST ANIMALS
“Episode 208” — (9:00-9:30 p.m. ET) (TV-PG) (HDTV)
PLAYING AROUND WITH GUEST STAR LOLA FLANNERY (“SHADOWHUNTERS”) –
We have playful pigs, diving dogs, confused cats, a tegu eating sushi, a bear who is loving the
weather, energetic elephants, and a golden retriever getting some much-needed rest and
relaxation. Hosted by Elizabeth Stanton with special guest Lola Flannery and commentary by
Maiara Walsh, Brian Cooper. Mikalah Gordon, and Neel Ghosh (#208). Original airdate
1/8/2022. Every episode of WORLD’S FUNNIEST ANIMALS will be available to stream on
The CW App and CWTV.com the day after broadcast for free and without a subscription, log-in
or authentication required.
WORLD’S FUNNIEST ANIMALS
“Episode 205” — (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG) (HDTV)
COMEDIAN MAZ JOBRANI MAKES A GUEST APPEARANCE – We have barreling
buffalo, broom riding birds, daring ducks, a dog who loves the snow blower, and a baby who is
his pet dog’s favorite waiter! Hosted by Elizabeth Stanton with special guest Maz Jobrani and
commentary by Brian Cooper, Maiara Walsh, Neel Ghosh, and Mikalah Gordon (#205).
Original airdate 11/6/2021. Every episode of WORLD’S FUNNIEST ANIMALS will be
available to stream on The CW App and CWTV.com the day after broadcast for free and without
a subscription, log-in or authentication required.