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The Best Television Channels for Holiday Movies

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The sound of snow falling on a quiet street, the smell of fresh-baked sugar cookies, and the feel of a warm fireplace on a cold winter’s night: these are just a few signs that the holidays are approaching. For some, however, nostalgic television programming is the true indicator of the best time of the year. Here are several channels to keep an eye on this winter. So, mark your calendar and sit back, grab your universal remote, and enjoy this sentimental season with the ones you love.

Networks to Watch
The channels below are renown for annual holiday programming:

  • ABC: Offers family-friendly entertainment for all ages, from holiday baking cook-offs, to rebroadcasts of a Charlie Brown Christmas.
  • NBC: Known as the official network of the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, NBC also shares live arts coverage for the holidays, including Christmas in Rockefeller Center and The Wiz Live!.
  • Lifetime: Each year, Lifetime airs programming aimed toward women of all ages. Specials include It’s a Wonderful Lifetime starring Dolly Parton, and Grumpy Cat’s Worst Christmas Ever. 

Can’t-Miss Movies
Many family traditions revolve around a classic winter movie. Here are some of the best, and an overview of when to watch:

  • Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Aired by CW on November 26th at 8:00 p.m. EST.
  • Frosty the Snowman: This classic from 1969 airs on CBS, November 28th at 9:00 p.m. EST.
  • The Santa Clause: Staring family-favorite Tim Allen. Plays on December 1st at 10:00 p.m. EST, via ABC Family.
  • Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas: available on ABC Family on December 5th at 8:00 p.m. EST.
  • It’s a Wonderful Life: True to tradition, this classic film is available on Christmas Eve on NBC, at 8:00 p.m. EST.

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How the Internet Changed Television

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Thanks to on-demand streaming, gone are the days of waiting weeks for explanations to our favorite TV show cliffhangers. With the advent of the Internet and the instantaneous technology it brought, all it takes is the click of a TV remote to fast forward through lengthy commercials, rent a new Hollywood blockbuster, or watch an entire season of your favorite show in one sitting.

Movie Subscriptions

Before Netflix began its movie subscription service in 1999, film lovers relied on local DVD rental stores like Blockbuster to fuel a weekend of marathon viewing. Most stores carried new movie releases, plus a small section of popular titles from years past. Not only were selections limited, but smaller stores also ran the risk of running out of copies of high-demand releases, resulting in disappointed customers.   

With Netflix, consumers can rent DVDs and stream movies from a seemingly unlimited list, with diverse offerings ranging from new comedies to political foreign films. In addition to stocking nearly any title a movie lover could ask for, Netflix also lists full seasons of countless television shows.

Streaming Services

For years, cable TV has forced consumers to wait patiently for new episodes of their favorite shows. Thanks to the Internet, web-based services like Hulu, Roku, and AppleTV provide 24/7 access to top content. For a small fee, you can watch live broadcasts, full TV series, select movies, and more. It’s no wonder that so many are ditching their cable providers in favor of online streaming.

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