THE CW PRIMETIME LISTINGS FOR THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 19, 2021 (ALL TIMES ET)
Please note:
The Season Premiere of DYNASTY, “Let’s Start Over
Again,” will air Monday, December 20 (8:00-9:00pm
ET) followed by an additional all-new episode of
DYNASTY, “That Holiday Spirit,” from 9:00-10:00pm
ET.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 19
LEGENDS OF THE HIDDEN TEMPLE
“The Egyptian Legend of Isees” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, L) (HDTV)
THE RACE TO THE TEMPLE RUN CONTINUES – Cristela Alonzo cheers on four teams,
including an engaged couple, business partners, a married couple, and siblings, as they compete
to win the chance at the Temple Run and $25,000 (#110). Original airdate 12/19/2021. 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.
ONE-HOUR SPECIAL
“The Black Pack: We Three Kings” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG)
(HDTV)
HOLIDAY SPIRIT – A holiday extravaganza of music, comedy and dance featuring the many
talents of acclaimed film, television, and stage star Taye Diggs (“All American”), GRAMMY
Award® winning singer/songwriter NE-YO and GRAMMY Award® winning R&B
singer/songwriter Eric Bellinger as “The Black Pack.” The multi-talented trio will be joined by
singer/songwriters Tank, Sevyn Streeter and Amber Riley. “The Black Pack” hosts this
celebration and exploration of this special time of year through a colorful and timeless lens with
classic holiday music, both new and old, where everyone is transported to the room where it is
all happening to enjoy a new spin on an old-fashioned Christmas. Directed by Markel Ringer.
Original airdate 11/29/2021.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 20
SEASON PREMIERE
DYNASTY
“Let’s Start Over Again” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, LV) (HDTV)
WINTER WONDERLAND – Fallout from Blake’s (Grant Show) gala finally begins to settle
and Blake and Cristal (Daniella Alonso) work on the next phase of his campaign. In his hour of
need, Liam (Adam Huber) turns to Sam (Rafael de la Fuente) and Kirby (Maddison Brown). As
Alexis (Elaine Hendrix) remains in jail and proclaims her innocence, Amanda (Eliza Bennett)
sets out to see who might be responsible for the murder. Adam (Sam Underwood) continues to
be suspicious of Amanda, and the feeling is reciprocated. Meanwhile, Jeff (Sam Adegoke) starts
to heal. Dominique (Michael Michele) still doesn’t believe everything Jeff said when he was
sick but Culhane (Robert C. Riley) believes there may be some truth to Jeff’s suspicions. The
episode was written by Christopher Fife and directed by Michael Allowitz (#501). Original
airdate 12/20/2021.
DYNASTY
“That Holiday Spirit” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (Content Rating TBD) (HDTV)
A VERY CARRINGTON CHRISTMAS – Carrington Manor is decorated to the hilt as only the
Carringtons can but all is not well at the Manor. Kirby (Maddison Brown), Liam (Adam Huber),
Sam (Rafael de la Fuente), and Culhane (Robert C. Riley) all deal with the recent events in very
different ways. Blake (Grant Show) and Cristal (Daniella Alonso) come to agreement regarding
his political future. Dominique (Michael Michele) proceeds with her plans and turns to Jeff
(Sam Adegoke) for some much-needed assistance. Meanwhile, Alexis remains in jail and only
Amanda (Eliza Bennett) seems to show any support. The episode was written by Aubrey
Villalobos Karr and directed by Kenny Leon (#502). Original airdate 12/20/2021.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 21
ONE HOUR SPECIAL
“Beebo Saves Christmas” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG) (HDTV)
THE HERO WE NEED – Everyone’s favorite fuzzy toy-turned furry god will once again be a
hero as he tries to save Christmas in BEEBO SAVES CHRISTMAS. When Sprinkles (voiced
by Chris Kattan), an efficiency-obsessed elf, decides that Christmas would run better without
Santa Claus (voiced by Ernie Hudson), Beebo (voiced by Ben Diskin) and his friends travel to
the North Pole to help discover what truly makes Christmas meaningful. Also starring Kimiko
Glenn as the voice of Tweebo, Yvette Nicole Brown as the voice of Turbo, Keith Ferguson as
the voice of Fleabo, and Victor Garber as the narrator. BEEBO SAVES CHRISTMAS is
directed by Jojo Ramos-Patrick, produced by Warner Bros. Animation and is written by Matt
Maala and Kevin Shinick and executive produced by Sam Register, Greg Berlanti, Sarah
Schechter, David Madden, Phil Klemmer, Grainne Godfree, Marc Guggenheim, Keto Shimizu
and Kevin Shinick. Original airdate 12/1/2021.
ONE-HOUR SPECIAL
“Greatest Holiday Commercials Countdown 2021” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET)
(TV-PG) (HDTV)
KEVIN FRAZIER AND NISCHELLE TURNER HOST– This holiday special will countdown
the 12 best holiday commercials ever – one for each of the 12 days of Christmas. In addition to
the top 12, the special features other great commercials from both the U.S. and abroad, that
capture the true spirit of the holiday season – from the heartfelt to the hilarious, from the
outstanding to the ridiculous. Executive producers are Robert Horowitz and Lewis Fenton and
produced by JUMA Entertainment. Original airdate 12/12/2021.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22
ONE-HOUR SPECIAL
“Grandma Got Runover By A Reindeer” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-G)
(HDTV)
A TIMELESS CHRISTMAS SPECIAL ─ Based on the hit song that became a timeless holiday
classic, this wild, wacky and heartwarming adventure features young Jake Spankenheimer on the
quest of a lifetime to track down his missing Grandma on Christmas Eve and prove that Santa
Claus is indeed real. Michele Lee (“Knots Landing”) provides the voice of Jake’s greedy Cousin
Mel and recording artist Elmo Shropshire provides the narration.
ONE-HOUR SPECIAL
“Masters of Illusion: Christmas Magic 2021” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-
PG, D) (HDTV)
THE MAGIC OF THE SEASON; HOSTED BY DEAN CAIN – This one-hour
special features some of today’s hottest magicians, along with a dose of holiday magic. The
special is hosted by Dean Cain and produced by Associated Television International. Original
airdate 11/26/2021.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 23
TWO-HOUR SPECIAL
“Silent Night – A Song for the World” — (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG)
(HDTV)
A SONG FOR THE WORLD – A SPECIAL ON THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS
CHRISTMAS CAROL NARRATED BY HUGH BONNEVILLE – A musical film documentary
about the creation and cultural impact of the world’s most famous Christmas carol. Composed in
1818 in Salzburg, and translated into 140 languages, Silent Night caused a Christmas ceasefire in
World War I, while Bing Crosby’s version is the third best-selling single ever. In short: A song
for the world! The film tells the story of Silent Night, narrated by Hugh Bonneville, with new
recordings by global stars in different languages with a cast including Kelly Clarkson, Joss
Stone, John Rhys-Davies, David Foster, Katharine McPhee, Randy Jackson, Gavin Rossdale,
Sheléa, Ailee, Josh Groban, The Vienna Boys Choir, Anggun, Lina Makhoul, The Tenors,
Rolando Villazón and many more. The special was created and directed by Award winning
director Hannes M. Schalle and produced by Marlene Beran of Moonlake Entertainment.
Original airdate 12/10/2020.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 24
TWO-HOUR SPECIAL
“Christmas Around the World” — (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG) (HDTV)
DEAN CAIN AND LAURA MCKENZIE TAKE YOU AROUND THE WORLD – From
medieval to modern, unique Christmas experiences are found throughout the world. Dean Cain
and Laura McKenzie will take you on a stroll down the beautiful streets of London, the
origination of the quintessential Christmas story, Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” They
will transport you to Australia to view the “Santa On The Run” event, ski indoors in Dubai,
watch the penguins come to the shore in South Africa, bring the party outside with bonfires in
Spain, and celebrate for almost a month in Mexico! Feast your eyes on worldly culinary
delights, activities, and history all while enjoying some holiday performances by Garrett
Clayton, Brandon Rogers, Mikalah Gordon, Elliott Yamin, Luys (Light) Vocal Quartet, Edgar
Dance Ensemble, Vahagn Drum Ensemble, triple Olympic® gold medalist and ice dancing
champion Tatiana Navka, Russian-American ice dancer Peter Tchernyshev, Russian ice dancer
Roman Kostomarov, Rassvet (Sunrise) Dance Ensemble, magician Mai Uyên. Co-hosts
Elizabeth Stanton and Montel Williams join the festivities with commentary from around the
globe. The special is produced by Associated Television International. Original airdate
12/8/2021.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 25
NINETY-MINUTE SPECIAL
“iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2021” – (8:00-9:30 p.m. ET) (Content Rating TBD)
(HDTV)
THE MUSIC EVENT OF THE HOLIDAY SEASON ─ iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2021 is the music
event of the season. This star-studded concert event will feature performances from many of
today’s hottest musical stars as well as can’t miss backstage moments! Artists scheduled to appear
include Ed Sheeran, BTS, Dua Lipa, Jonas Brothers, Doja Cat, Lil Nas X, Saweetie, AJR, Kane
Brown, Tate McRae, Bazzi, and Dixie D’Amelio. Original airdate 12/15/2021.
WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY?
“Greg Proops 6” — (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, DL) (HDTV)
COMEDY CHOPS TESTED — 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
(#902). Original airdate 2/19/2021.