THE CW PRIMETIME LISTINGS FOR THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 23, 2018 (ALL TIMES ET)

THE CW PRIMETIME LISTINGS FOR THE WEEK OF
DECEMBER 23, 2018 (ALL TIMES ET)
Please note:
 The One Hour Special “Masters of Illusion: Christmas Magic” will
air Sunday, December 23 (8:00-9:00pm ET)
 The One Hour Special “Popstar’s Best of 2018” will air Friday,
December 28 (9:00-10:00pm ET)

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23
ONE HOUR SPECIAL
“Masters of Illusion: Christmas Magic” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG)
(HDTV)
THE MAGIC OF THE SEASON – Hosted by Dean Cain, the special features some of today’s
hottest magicians including Jarret and Raja, Jonathan Pendragon, Ed Alonzo, Jibrizy, Les
Arnold, Murray SawChuck, Farrell Dillon, Tommy Wind, Titou, Naathan Phan, Greg Gleason,
and Christmas Choir. Produced by American Television International. Original airdate
12/1/2017.

CHARMED
“Jingle Hell” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, DLV) (HDTV)
HAPPY HOLIDAYS —  Mel (Melonie Diaz) turns to Harry (Rupert Evans) for guidance after
learning information about the magical world that leaves her questioning everything she knows.
Galvin (Ser’Darius Blain) shows up to see Macy (Madeleine Mantock) and she is determined to
not let fate get in the way of their potential relationship.  Meanwhile, Maggie (Sarah Jeffery)
tries to keep her mom’s Christmas traditions going and is excited for Parker (Nick Hargrove) to
be a part of it.  Michael Lange directed the episode written by Jessica O’Toole & Amy Rardin
(#109).  Original airdate 12/9/2018

MONDAY, DECEMBER 24
ARROW
“Due Process” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, DLV) (HDTV)
LAUREL STEPS IN TO HELP OLIVER — Slabside becomes even more dangerous after a
guard is murdered and everyone is a suspect. Felicity (Emily Bett Rickards) enlists help from a
surprising source in her pursuit of Diaz (Kirk Acevedo), and Laurel (Katie Cassidy) flexes her
muscles as the District Attorney. Kristin Windell directed the episode written by Sarah Tarkhoff
& Tonya Kong (#706). Original airdate 11/19/2018.

DC’S LEGENDS OF TOMORROW
“Tagumo Attacks!!!” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, DLV) (HDTV)
SOMETHING’S FISHY — A new fugitive is on the loose in 1951 Tokyo and Sara (Caity Lotz),
Zari (Tala Ashe), Rory (Dominic Purcell) and Charlie (Maisie Richardson-Sellers) try to capture
it.  As Constantine (Matt Ryan) struggles to recover, Ray (Brandon Routh) knows that magic
might be the only thing that can save him but must look outside the team for help.  Meanwhile,
Ava (Jes Macallan) joins Nate (Nick Zano) and his family for an unconventional Thanksgiving
dinner.   Courtney Ford and Ramona Young also star. Lexi La Roche directed the episode
written by Keto Shimizu & Ubah Mohamed wrote the episode (#405).  Original airdate
11/19/2018.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 25
90-MINUTE SPECIAL
“iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2018” — (8:00-9:30 p.m. ET) (Content Rating TBD)
(HDTV)
A STAR-STUDDED HOLIDAY MUSICAL EVENT – The 90-minute iHeartRadio Jingle Ball
celebrates the holiday season with a spectacular music event featuring performances by the
year’s biggest recording artists. The star-studded concert event will feature performances from
Shawn Mendes, Cardi B, Camilla Cabello and many more of today’s biggest stars.  Original
airdate 12/16/2018.

WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY?
“Gary Anthony Williams 4” — (9:30-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, DL) (HDTV)
LAUGHTER DOES THE BODY GOOD — Hosted by comedian Aisha Tyler, cast members
Ryan Stiles, Wayne Brady and Colin Mochrie, along with guest comedian Gary Anthony
Williams, 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 (#604). Original airdate 9/24/2018.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26
RIVERDALE
“Chapter Forty-One: Manhunter” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, DV)
(HDTV)
THE COVER-UP — After confronting the parents, who were part of “The Midnight Club”
twenty-five years ago, Betty (Lili Reinhart) follows some strong leads in hopes of finding out
who the true Gargoyle King is. Meanwhile, Veronica’s (Camila Mendes) attempt to prove
Archie’s (KJ Apa) innocence lands her in hot water. Finally, Archie turns to Kevin (Casey Cott)
for help making things right. Cole Sprouse, Madelaine Petsch, Marisol Nichols, Madchen
Amick, Luke Perry, Ashleigh Murray, Mark Consuelos, Skeet Ulrich and Charles Melton also
star. Rachel Talalay directed the episode written by Cristine Chambers (#306). Original airdate
11/28/2018.

ALL AMERICAN
“Lose Yourself” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, LS) (HDTV)
THE POWER OF PERSUASION – While riding the exhilarating wave of a three-game winning
streak, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) becomes seduced by the Beverly Hills good life leading to
an unexpected adventure with Asher (Cody Christian). Meanwhile, Coop (Bre-Z) is also being
seduced by a new way of life – gang life – and everything it offers her. Taye Diggs, Michael
Evans Behling, Samantha Logan, Greta Onieogou, Monet Mazur, Karimah Westbrook and Jalyn
Hall also star. The episode was written by Johnny Norris and directed by Elodie Keen (#104).
Original airdate 11/7/2018.

THURSDAY, DECMEBER 27
SUPERNATURAL
“Mint Condition” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, LV) (HDTV)
HALLOWEEN HORROR – Dean (Jensen Ackles) continues to struggle. Meanwhile, Sam (Jared
Padalecki) must think fast when action figures come to life, and our heroes find themselves
living in a real-life horror movie. Amyn Kaderali directed the episode written by Davy Perez.
(#1404). Original Airdate 11/1/2018.

LEGACIES
“This Is The Part Where You Run” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, DL)
(HDTV)
SERIES PREMIERE — Under the guidance of headmaster Alaric Saltzman (Matt Davis), the
next generation of supernatural beings at The Salvatore Boarding School for the Young and
Gifted — including tri-brid Hope Mikaelson (Danielle Rose Russell), Alaric’s twins Lizzie
(Jenny Boyd) and Josie (Kaylee Bryant), high-energy vampire MG (Quincy Fouse), newly-
triggered werewolf Rafael (Peyton Alex Smith) and the mysterious Landon (Aria Shahghasemi)
— come of age in the most unconventional way possible, nurtured to be their best selves...in
spite of their worst impulses. Chris Grismer directed the episode written by Julie Plec (#101).
Original airdate 10/25/2018.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28
PENN & TELLER: FOOL US
“Here Lie Penn & Teller” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG) (HDTV)
WILL PENN & TELLER BE FOOLED THIS WEEK? — 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 live studio audience and the TV audience watch along with Penn & Teller as
they try to figure out the secrets. The magicians featured in the episode include Damien James,
Kelvin Chow, Joshua Lozoff and Murray Sawchuck. Alyson Hannigan (“How I Met Your
Mother”) serves as host (#509). Original airdate 8/13/2018.

ONE HOUR SPECIAL
“Popstar’s Best of 2018” — (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (Content Rating TBD)
(HDTV)
POPSTAR MAGAZINE PRESENTS THE GREATEST MOMENTS OF 2018 - Based on polls
from Popstar! Magazine, Elizabeth Stanton and James Maslow host “Popstar’s Best 2018,”
counting down the greatest and most memorable moments of 2018. This special is produced by
Associated Television International. Original airdate 12/28/2018.