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Mark your calendars for these CBC Holiday classics, special presentations
HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS (2000, comedy)
Sunday, Dec. 19 at 8 p.m. (8:30 NT) on CBC TV
Based on the classic holiday tale by Dr. Seuss, The Grinch (Jim Carrey) is on a mission to ruin Christmas for the citizens of Whoville. Reluctantly joined by his dog, Max, the Grinch sneaks into town to swipe every last present and festive bobble from the Whos. But when he befriends the sweet Cindy Lou Who, will the Grinch learn the true meaning of Christmas and reunite with his old flame Martha-May? (Christine Baranski).
WHITE CHRISTMAS (1954, musical)
Friday, Dec. 24 at 7:30 p.m. (8 NT) and Saturday, Dec. 25 at 12:30 a.m. (1 NT) on CBC TV
Successful song-and-dance duo Bob Wallace (Bing Crosby) and Phil Davis (Danny Kaye) join sister act Betty (Rosemary Clooney) and Judy Haynes (Vera-Ellen) to perform a Christmas show in rural Vermont. They learn their old commander, who owns the Inn, has financial problems and might have to close down. The talented foursome decide to put on a musical extravaganza to raise the money and help their old friend.
KNIVES OUT
Sunday, Dec. 26 at 7 p.m. (7:30 NT) on CBC TV
Join the investigation in the Canadian broadcast premiere of whodunnit Knives Out, featuring an all-star cast including Daniel Craig, Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, and Jamie Lee Curtis. The circumstances surrounding the death of crime novelist Harlan Thrombey are mysterious. Still, there's one thing that renowned Detective Benoit Blanc knows for sure -- everyone in the wildly dysfunctional Thrombey family is a suspect.
CANADA'S NEW YEAR'S EVE: COUNTDOWN TO 2022
Friday, Dec. 31 at 11 p.m. on CBC TV and CBC Gem
Ring in the New Year with comedy icon Rick Mercer for a truly Canadian New Year's Eve countdown featuring musical performances and fireworks displays from celebrations all across Canada.
Culinary delights
Planning to whip up something festive in the kitchen? Check out these titles for culinary inspiration or visit CBC Life for show-stopping recipes, like the 12 Pies of Christmas and Vegan Beef Wellington.
JAMIE OLIVER'S QUICK AND EASY CHRISTMAS
Monday, Dec. 20 at 5 p.m (5:30 NT) on CBC TV
Jamie shows us how to create the ultimate Christmas dinner spread with the minimum of fuss, as the dad-of-five applies his quick and easy principles to cooking at Christmas.
GREAT BRITISH CHRISTMAS BAKING SHOW, Season 11 - Stream now on CBC Gem.
Paul, Prue, and Matt are joined by Baking Show: The Professionals host Tom Allen to celebrate Christmas in the famous white tent. Also invited to the celebrations are Jamie and Rosie from 2019, Ruby from 2018, and James from 2017, all back and ready to battle in the festive fight for the Christmas Star Baker title.
JAMIE'S FESTIVE FEAST, (2019)
Wednesday, Dec. 22 at 5 p.m. (5:30 NT) on CBC TV or stream now on CBC Gem.
A celebration of those lazy winter days at the end of the year. It's the perfect time to kick back, spend some quality time with family and friends, and cook up some fantastic dishes.
Festive Music
Let's fill the air with music. Enjoy 13 free holiday music playlists available to stream at CBC.ca/listen and on the CBC Listen app, including SEASONAL FAVOURITES and CANADIAN HOLIDAYS.
ANNE MURRAY: FULL CIRCLE (2021, music documentary)
Friday, Dec. 17 at 8 p.m. (8:30 NT) on CBC TV and CBC Gem
A celebration of the small-town girl from Nova Scotia who became a Canadian icon and international superstar. Includes interviews with Shania Twain, k.d. lang, Kenny Loggins, and Gordon Lightfoot.
Monday, Dec. 27 at 4 p.m. (4:30 NT) on CBC TV *Canadian Premiere*
Global acts and stars of the West End are brought together for one night only to showcase the best of entertainment on one single stage.
Kids Holiday Collection
Visit the Kids Holiday Collection on CBC Gem for more fun and festive episodes from your favourite CBC Kids programs.
THE ADVENTURES OF PADDINGTON: HOLIDAY SPECIAL
Saturday, Dec. 18, Friday, Dec. 24, and Saturday, Dec. 25 at 8:35 a.m. (9:05 NT) on CBC TV and CBC Gem
Paddington has accidentally sent Jonathan's Santa letter to Peru by mistake. He tries to find out what Jonathan's wish list is. He sends Pigeonton to The North Pole with a new list, but now he's missing. A storm causes a power cut in Windsor gardens which means Christmas will be ruined for everyone. Mr. Curry, ever the Eagle Ranger, is always prepared, so he comes to the rescue, and it's turkey for all at the town hall. But what was Jonathan's Christmas wish?
MIGHTY EXPRESS: A MIGHTY CHRISTMAS
Saturday, Dec. 18 and 25 at 9:20 a.m. (9:50 NT) on CBC TV and CBC Gem
Mandy must deliver a load of late Christmas letters to the North Pole, and then all the trains join in to help Santa deliver the presents during a big storm.
TRUE AND THE RAINBOW KINGDOM: WINTER WISHES (Double Episode Special)
Saturday, Dec. 18 and 25 at 7:50 a.m. (8:20 NT) on CBC TV and CBC Gem
Everyone in Rainbow Kingdom is gathered to celebrate Winter Wishfest, but when Forever Frost escapes the Ice Kingdom, the day might be ruined. Can True and the Wishes set everything right?
SUPER AGENT JON LE BON!: RESCUING THE NORTH POLE
Saturday, Dec. 18 and 25 at 10:33 a.m. (11:03 NT) on CBC TV and CBC Gem
In order to seize Santa Claus' mysterious technologies, Tiberius tries to take over the North Pole on Christmas Eve.
RUSTY RIVETS: RUSTY SAVES CHRISTMAS
Friday, Dec. 24 at 8:17 a.m. (8:47 NT) on CBC TV
When the conveyor belt Santa uses to load gifts from his workshop into his gigantic toy bag breaks, Rusty, Ruby, and Liam head to the North Pole to fix it. Frankie stows away to find the
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