Monday Viewing: Brilliant Minds Season Finale, The Pitt on TNT and Other Shows

TVLine's What to Watch column highlights daily new and returning English-language programs, along with select films, airing across broadcast, cable, and streaming platforms. The shows are listed below in order of release time and alphabetically within each time slot.

This Monday on TV: "Brilliant Minds" takes a brief break, "The Pitt" premieres on basic cable, and David Letterman hosts Adam Sandler on his talk show.

In a documentary short, a journalist and a photographer document bedrooms left behind by children who tragically lost their lives in school shootings.

A waitress, played by Sydney Sweeney, joins forces with a military veteran (Paul Walter Hauser) to acquire a Native American artifact, attracting the attention of a criminal (Eric Dane) and an antiquities dealer (Simon Rex). Zahn McClarnon and Halsey also appear.

Meanwhile, Will and Carlton face conflicts as they navigate their futures, while Phil and Geoffrey tackle a difficult business decision.

An ex-cop and family man (Kevin James), who secretly works as a mob enforcer, must save his family after a job goes wrong; Christina Ricci co-stars.

A documentary follows five families working every winter to transform sidewalks into holiday-themed hubs, capturing a cherished urban tradition.

On My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman, Adam Sandler brings Dave backstage on his comedy tour, followed by a conversation at NYU about stand-up, iconic roles, and his prized Stratocaster guitar.

The series premiere features a psychologist confronting her past after her childhood friend disappeared during a sance, as another girl goes missing.

Sports highlights include the Chicago Bulls versus Orlando Magic, and later, the Phoenix Suns against the Los Angeles Lakers at 10 p.m.

On a culinary reality show, a chef prepares an unusual dinner while guests wreak havoc on the boat, challenging the deck team. Colettes holiday plans unexpectedly trap her in a car, stirring jealousy with a new friendship.

Contestants in a holiday-themed challenge race silently to deliver gifts, while Ashley Williams participates in a picnic date with tricky twists. Eight bakers craft desserts inspired by snow-day activities, with the winning team choosing between a "nice" or "naughty" prize.

Debi Mazar competes against comedian Reggie Watts, and an engineer from Texas faces a mother-of-five from New Orleans.

In a medical drama, Matt deals with a past patient, Bruce attempts to rekindle an old romance, Joyce covers a nursing shortage, and Ariana Madix guest-stars.

The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular features performances by Gwen Stefani, Coco Jones, Aloe Blacc, Good Charlotte, Mariah the Scientist, Nicole Scherzinger, Iam Tongi, Bebe Rexha, Trisha Yearwood, and more, hosted by Derek Hough.

Home improvement mishaps affect Daves plans, prompting Calvin to assist; Malcolm seeks Gemmas help to overcome writers block, and Courtney faces parenting challenges.

In the baking barn, teams hope for a white Christmas, while high kitchen temperatures test their skills.

Eight celebrities from beloved holiday films Jonathan Bennett, Eric Lloyd, Vivica A. Fox, Luke MacFarlane, Taye Diggs, Rachel Leigh Cook, Reginald Valjohnson, and Melissa Joan Hart compete for charity.

A crime series follows a team tracking a bomber who acts under orders from a convicted felon, as Isobel must designate a successor before taking on a new role.

In Gingerbread Land: The Biggest Little Holiday Competition, remaining teams face their toughest challenge yet: creating moving gingerbread structures.

A documentary charts the life of a legendary Canadian artist, showcasing their career and constant reinvention in a changing industry.

Noah Wyle stars in a medical drama as Dr. Robby, overseeing an overworked ER staff during a demanding 15-hour shift, with three episodes airing consecutively each Monday.

The first season finale of Touched by an Angel features reflections by Roma Downey and executive producer Martha Williamson on stories of faith and hope.

The playoffs commence with coaches Reba McEntire, Snoop Dogg, Niall Horan, and Michael Bubl evaluating participants.

A fall finale in a hospital drama sees Dr. Wolf aiding a ballerina after a mysterious illness, while secrets unveiled at a holiday gala alter the doctors paths.

Musical theater news: Wicked: For Good introduces two new songs and delivers a political message. Game show insights reveal what truly happens when contestants win a car on The Price Is Right.

The development team behind Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 expresses amazement at matching award wins similar to Baldurs Gate 3.

In WWE news, Charlotte Flairs Survivor Series attire was designed for a special cause.

Lastly, Watson and his companions are taken hostage by a man with a bomb strapped to his chest, desperate to find a cure for his daughters illness.