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Tonight's Top Pick is the fifth (!) season finale of Special Forces: World's Toughest Test, airing at 9 p.m. on FOX. Of those 15 contestants, seven remain. I guess I'm rooting for David Charvet?
STREAMING
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Orange County, 12:01 a.m., Hulu. Series premiere. "A new group of dynamic young mothers in Orange County collide in a community where beliefs are not just their religion; they are their identity. While some defend their way of life, fighting against modernity, others embrace change, becoming a platform to disrupt the status quo. Scandals and secrets will be revealed, facades will crumble, and families and friendships will change forever on both sides of the battlefield as this group of strong, game-changing influencers comes together to build their answer to #MomTok. This is The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Orange County." Ten episodes available.
The Good Daughter, 3:01 a.m., Peacock. Series premiere. "A suspenseful thriller wrapped in a deeply emotional story about love, family, and resilience. Sisters Charlotte (Meghann Fahy) and Samantha (Rose Byrne) Quinn have spent the last 20 years trying to piece together the lives that were fractured by a single night of violence. When another attack splinters the small town of Pikeville, Charlotte - now a lawyer like her father - is the first witness on the scene. As the case unfolds and twists through painful memories and buried secrets, what emerges is not just a story of survival, but of enduring ties between a father, his daughters and the complex bond between sisters." Six episodes available.
The Jigsaw Puzzle Murder, 3:01 a.m., Paramount+. Series premiere. "Officers from Greater Manchester Police are called to woodland on the edge of Salford - to a scene that will haunt even the most experienced among them. Partially concealed and wrapped tightly in cellophane is a dismembered human torso. With no DNA match, no witnesses, no murder weapon and no obvious suspect at the scene, detectives open a murder investigation with almost nothing. As news breaks, Salford is thrust into the centre of a national media storm - a city unsettled by the knowledge a killer is still at large. New suspects emerge. Digital and forensic analysis reveal startling new information and the relationship between killer and victim is pulled into sharp focus. And then, across Greater Manchester, more body parts are discovered." Two episodes available.
Blue Lights, 3:01 a.m., Britbox. Fourth season premiere. "Eyes." "The section is challenged by escalating tensions at a community event, while the investigation into Dana Morgan's drug partnership with Tina McIntyre falters." New episodes weekly through Thursday, Dec. 17.
The Kardashians, 12:01 a.m., Hulu. "Blame the Dead Man." "Kris is hurt when Kim moves forward with a biography without her longtime manager’s guidance, threatening to derail the family Easter celebration in Palm Springs. Meanwhile, Khloé grapples with comments made about her in Lamar’s documentary that leaves her questioning whether she’s ready to date again."
The Graham Norton Show, 3:01 a.m., Acorn TV. Dame Judi Dench, Alan Cumming, Nicola Coughlan, Tramell Tillman and James Blunt. Also airing at 11 p.m. on BBC America.
TALKIN' 'BOUT TALK
CBS Mornings, 7 a.m., CBS. Delta CEO Ed Bastian, Tramell Tillman (Ebenezer), immunology researcher Dr. David C. Fajgenbaum, and Amazon Books editorial director Sarah Gelman.
The View, 11 a.m., ABC. Celebrating Whoopi Goldberg's 71st birthday includes Whoopi's Favorite Things.
The Drew Barrymore Show, times, stations, and lengths vary. First, Marc Maron (Stick) and Sunny Anderson join Drew and Ross for the news. Later, Meghann Fahy (The Good Daughter).
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PRE-PRIMETIME SPORTS
NCAA Women's Basketball, 7 p.m., ESPN. South Carolina Gamecocks vs. Clemson Tigers.
NHL Hockey, Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu. Detroit Red Wings vs. Florida Panthers.
PRIMETIME
Hell's Kitchen, 8 p.m., FOX. "Thumb-thing's Cooking." "The red team gains a new member, while a nasty cut puts another chef's spot in Hell's Kitchen at serious risk."
Special Forces: World's Toughest Test, 9 p.m., FOX. Fifth season finale. "Interrogation." "The final remaining recruits must maintain their cover under the onslaught of enemy questioning and increasingly brutal punishments during a multi-stage interrogation process, including confinement and distressing sounds. Only those that prove themselves will pass selection."
The Traitors: New Blood, 8 p.m., NBC. "The Sun, the Moon and the Truth." "With a place in the final on the line, the players must risk everything for a shot at victory. Gambles are made at the roundtable and the Traitors face a mission where one wrong move could prove fatal."
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, 9 p.m., NBC. "Obedience." "When questions arise about a conviction from one of Benson's earliest cases, she reunites with Stabler to uncover the truth. As the squad follows new leads, the pair must confront the consequences of the choices they made as young detectives."
Law & Order, 10 p.m., NBC. "Do No Harm." "When a medical student is found dead under suspicious circumstances, Walker and Calvino uncover a shocking motive. Price faces a defense that asks whether a crime was committed at all. Maroun struggles with what the law demands and what feels fair."
9-1-1, 8 p.m., ABC. "Who's Your Daddy?" "The 118 races to help a father and son after a harrowing tree-mulcher accident. Athena and Newell work to crack a puzzling homicide case. Buck weighs how best to support Theo. A life-or-death decision tests Chimney's family ties."
9-1-1: Nashville, 9 p.m., ABC. "Ding-Dong-Ditch." "Don turns to Rogue for advice as he navigates a personal predicament. Meanwhile, Rogue works to get closer to The Pharaoh, while tensions rise at Nashville Dispatch between Cammie and Dr. Zellner."
Grey's Anatomy, 10 p.m., ABC. "Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)." "Jo faces a life-or-death crisis when a house call goes wrong, and Ben meets Bailey's new study partner. Meanwhile, Blue struggles with an unexpected family issue."
Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage, 8 p.m., CBS. "A Ten-Year Reunion and an Outta-the-Box Thinker." "Georgie and Ruben butt heads when Georgie crashes Ruben's business class. Mandy encourages Connor to attend his high school reunion."
Eternally Yours, 8:30 p.m., CBS. "Eternal Sunshine of Phyllis's Mind." "Jesse contemplates whether it’s finally time to tell Phyllis his secret. Meanwhile, Max and Emma navigate their first big relationship hurdle."
Elsbeth, 9 p.m., CBS. "All About Eats." "When a Coney Island champion dies after a donut-eating contest, Elsbeth enters the world of competitive eating, where an eager superfan (Sam Richardson) is a little too hungry for the top spot."
Cupertino, 10 p.m., CBS. "Yungwood." "Michael and Olivia try to save art and original music by suing an AI-music studio that is releasing copycat songs and negatively impacting legendary rapper Yungwood's (Method Man) streaming revenue. Also, Michael fights through familial disagreements when he goes up against his dad as opposing counsel."
Scrabble, 8 p.m., The CW. "Leaps and Bonus Squares." No description available.
Trivial Pursuit, 9 p.m., The CW. "By the Books." No description available.
The This Old House Hour, 8 p.m., PBS. "Essex County Colonial: Vintage Charms" and "BBQ Smoker; Picking Out a Tree." "Restoring an old clawfoot tub. iInstalling kitchen cabinets. Saving and cleaning 100-year-old original door hardware." Later, "Restoring a rusty BBQ smoker with high-heat paint. How to choose a tree from a nursery and plant it."
The Mistletoe Murders, 8 p.m., Hallmark. "Don't Fear the Wreather, Part II." "Emily and Sam work to prove the wreath maker's innocence. Emily tries to remain unattached in the present while reflecting on the mistakes of her past and the obligations of her future."
War, 9 p.m., HBO. "The Juicy Bit." Fifty minutes. "As the court dissects Carla and Morgan's marriage, Johnny races to find key evidence. Carla finds an unexpected ally." Season finale next week. Encores at 9:51 p.m., 11:37 p.m., and 12:28 a.m., with a rerun of The Gilded Age at 10:42 p.m.
Thursday Night Football, 8:15 p.m., Amazon. Washington Commanders vs. New York Giants.
College Football, 8 p.m., ESPN. Memphis Tigers vs. South Florida Bulls.
College Football, 9 p.m., ESPN2. Louisiana College Ragin' Cajuns vs. Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks.
NHL Hockey, 10 p.m., Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu. New York Islanders vs. Los Angeles Kings.
Crown of Deceit: Inside the Miss Universe Scandal, 8 p.m., TLC. Series premiere. Three hours. "I Am Silenced," "Were We Groomed?" and "It's Not a Beauty Contest ... It's a Cartel." "Behind the glamour, former contestants expose disturbing allegations, secret recordings, shocking resignations and a fight over who really controls one of the world's biggest pageants. What started as a dream became something far darker." Next, "As the pageant world spirals deeper into chaos, allegations of rigged competitions, financial turmoil, lawsuits, and a last-minute battle to save Miss USA raise one question: can the crown and its reputation be saved?" After, "Miss Universe descends into chaos as contestants walk out, judges resign, secret recordings emerge, and allegations of rigging, corruption and criminal ties threaten to destroy the world's biggest pageant from the inside." Three episodes airing. Encore at 12 a.m.
The Real Housewives of Orange County, 8 p.m., Bravo. Special presentation. Seventy-five minutes. "Reunion, Part II." "The reunion concludes as Emily's and Gina's friendships with Heather reach their breaking point." Encore at 11:45 p.m.
Southern Charm, 9:15 p.m., Bravo. Twelfth season premiere. "Grey Area Gardens." "Salley and Austen attempt to define their situationship. Venita hosts a garden party and sets her sights on Whitner, but it's her old friend Allie who catches his eye instead. Shep reveals details about Allie's dating history." Encore at 10:45 p.m.
Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, 10:15 p.m., Bravo. Justine Lupe and Craig Conover.
Movie Night!
First Blood, 9:35 p.m., Flix. 1982 movie.
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LATE NIGHT TALK
The Daily Show, 11 p.m., Comedy Central. Desi Lydic interviews Heather Cox Richardson.
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, 11:34 p.m., NBC. Tracy Morgan, Carrie Coon, and chef Anthony Vitolo.
Jimmy Kimmel Live!, 11:35 p.m., ABC. U2, Bobby Lee, and Sy Smith sitting in with The Cletones.
Late Night with Seth Meyers, 12:37 a.m., NBC. John C. Reilly and Diane Morgan.
LATE NIGHT PICK!
Die Hard, 11 p.m., AMC. 1988 movie.
Sources: The Futon Critic, TV Passport, individual show websites, TV Everyday, IMDB, Google.

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