Television

Emily Yahr

Hugh Jackman hosted the annual feel-good show, though he did make a joke about the Santa “debate.”

— Rachel Lubitz

Also, an investigation of the real-life effects of Sherlock Holmes, and a special on a 1913 strike disaster.

— Rachel Lubitz

‘Biggest Reality Scandals’ on E! recounts the most disastrous moments in tell-all TV history.

— Rachel Lubitz

Lifetime, meanwhile, offers Christmas stories involving women executives.

Bethonie Butler

Olivia pulls out all the stops to find her mother as disturbing truths are revealed.

— Rachel Lubitz

‘Bering Sea Gold’ and ‘Lilyhammer’ each return with new seasons

Stephanie Merry and Emily Yahr

How did the Hollywood Foreign Press Association do with their picks this year? Here are some key takeaways.

Rachel Lubitz

Musing over Sheldon on “Big Bang”; red-carpet gowns on “Runway”; and conflict on “Parenthood.”

— Rachel Lubitz

“The Exes” returns to TV Land; reality show “Rodeo Girls” premieres on A&E.

— Rachel Lubitz

Families compete in ‘Christmas Light Fight’ on ABC; ‘Bonnie & Clyde’ concludes on three networks.

— Rachel Lubitz

Here are the weekend’s TV highlights

Caitlin Dewey

Most famous people were willing to give fellow famous person Carrie Underwood the benefit of the doubt with Thursday’s live performance