Tuesday Viewing: Finale of Murder In A Small Town, DWTS Holiday Special, and More

Every day, TVLine's What to Watch column features newly released and returning English-language series and select films, arranged by airtime and alphabetically within each slot.

Tuesday Highlights

• Murder in a Small Town concludes its second season.
• Dancing With the Stars brings festive energy with holiday-themed routines and special performances.
• Vanderpump Rules returns with its latest season.

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Documentary & Reality Updates

The new docuseries follows four first-year football recruits quarterback Bryce Underwood (Michigan), cornerback Devin Sanchez (Ohio State), wide receiver Dakorien Moore (Oregon), and offensive tackle Malachi Goodman (Penn State) as they navigate their Big Ten football careers. Four more episodes are set for release on Tuesday, Dec. 16.

On reality fronts: Dina faces a difficult farewell, while Carr and Liberty's office feud escalates. Matt Rife brings an unscripted holiday comedy special, highlighting audience interactions and festive mishaps.

Exclusive Docuseries

Executive-produced by Curtis 50 Cent Jackson, this four-part docuseries explores the life and career of the media mogul and music icon, including his legal struggles.

Sports Broadcasts

• New York Knicks vs. Boston Celtics 8 p.m. ET/CT
• Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Golden State Warriors 8 p.m. PT/MT
• Both games will stream consecutively on Peacock nationwide.

Entertainment & Music

"Dancing With the Stars" celebrates the season with music performances by Riley Green, Lady A, Little Big Town, Parker McCollum, Megan Moroney, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Susan Tedeschi & Derek Trucks, BeBe Winans, and hosts Lauren Daigle and Jordan Davis.

Series Premieres & Finales

• Season 7 premiere: Dave and Jenny renovate a tornado-damaged home for a preschool teacher.
• Season 2 finale: Police probe a suspicious death; Cassandra becomes deeply involved despite warnings.
• Season 5 premiere: Follow NFC East teams Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys, Washington Commanders, and New York Giants through the NFL season.
• Season 12 premiere: Lisa Vanderpump welcomes new cast members including Venus Binkley, Jason Cohen, Shayne Davis, Chris Hahn, Angelica Jensen, Marcus Johnson, Audrey Lingle, Natalie Maguire, Demy Selem, and Kim Suarez.
• Series premiere: Kimora Lee Simmons, a single mother of five, balances running multiple businesses while guiding her daughters entrepreneurial ventures.

Drama & Crime

• A kidnapped teen case leads to a Navy SEAL whose past may involve a crime after captivity.
• A U.S. naval officers arrest for murder triggers a complex investigation entangled with jurisdictional challenges.
• The Greek getaway for Meredith and Heather intensifies, revealing underlying tension.
• Wheelers personal life faces upheaval, Lala copes with shocking news, and Gibbs and Diane double-date with Randy and his wife.

Human Interest Stories

Episodes tackle social and emotional scenarios, including single women navigating holiday pressures, children managing stage fright, unhoused veterans encountering theft, and little people facing intrusive questions.

Year-End Specials

TMZ highlights the years top 10 stories, covering engagements, weddings, legal controversies, and scandals in a comprehensive recap.

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Author: Sophia Brooks