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So you've seen "A Charlie Brown Christmas" for the 3,000th time, but face it, it's as much a tradition as eggnog, mistletoe and arguing over whether the in-laws should come for holiday dinner.
"Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" is a tradition, too, but if neither of these classics is quite enough to ignite your holiday spirit, here's a list of new yuletide programming between now and Dec. 25, along with the traditional favorites you know and love -- just in case you want to see them for the 3,001st time. (And don't forget, those Scrooge-like network programmers could change the times at a moment's notice).
The Polar Express » Robert Zemeckis' computer-animated tale of a boy on a journey to the north pole aboard a magical train. Friday at 7 p.m., KTVX Ch. 4.
Moonlight & Mistletoe » Tom Arnold ("Roseanne") stars as a man trying to save his Christmas attraction from bulldozers in this new holiday movie. Nov. 29 at 7 p.m., Hallmark Channel.
Shrek the Halls » An animated special with everyone's favorite ogre. Dec. 1 at 7 p.m., KTVX Ch. 4.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas » Dr. Seuss' tale brought to life by Chuck Jones in this animated classic. Dec. 1 at 7: 30 p.m., KTVX Ch. 4.
Santa Claus is Comin' to Town » The animated tale comes to town again. Dec. 2 at 7 p.m., KTVX Ch. 4.
A Christmas Story » All Ralphie wants is a Daisy Red Ryder 200 Shot Carbine Action BB Air Rifle. Dec. 3 at 6 p.m., TNT.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer » Rudolph goes on a dangerous journey with his misfit friends in this stop-motion-animated classic. Dec. 3 at 7 p.m., KUTV Ch. 2.
Christmas in Rockefeller Center » The lighting of the famous Christmas tree in front of New York City's Rockefeller Center. Dec. 3 at 7 p.m., KSL Ch. 5.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas » This time, funnyman Jim Carrey plays the Grinch in this live-action film. Dec. 5 at 7 p.m., KTVX Ch. 4.
Greatest Holiday Moments: TV & Film Countdown » A special counting down of the most cherished of holiday TV specials and films. Dec. 5 at 7 p.m., KSL Ch. 5.
The Christmas Choir » Loosely based on a true story, a man helping at a homeless shelter organizes a choir with some of its residents. Dec. 6 at 7 p.m., Hallmark Channel.
Eloise at Christmastime » The character in the popular Kay Thompson books is brought to life in this live-action movie. Dec. 7 at 7:30 p.m., ABC Family.
Cranberry Christmas » Barry Manilow debuts two original songs for this new animated special. Dec. 8 at 6:30 p.m., ABC Family.
A Charlie Brown Christmas » Charlie Brown again tries to find the true meaning of the holiday in this television classic. Dec. 8, 7 p.m., KTVX Ch. 4.
Little Spirit: Christmas in New York » Danny DeVito and Lucy Liu lend their voices to this new animated special that blends the look of traditional painting with 3D technology. Dec. 10 at 7 p.m., KSL Ch. 5.
The Year Without a Santa Claus » The classic stop-motion-animated tale in which Santa takes a holiday from the holiday. Dec. 11 at 7 p.m., ABC Family.
Frosty the Snowman » Jimmy Durante narrates the classic animated tale of a very animated snowman. Dec. 12 at 7 p.m., KUTV Ch. 2.
Greatest Holiday Moments: Songs of the Season Countdown » First TV and films, now music. In this special, the most beloved holiday songs are ranked. Dec. 12 at 7 p.m., KSL Ch. 5.
Frosty Returns » The snowman returns for more adventures in this newer animated musical special. Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m., KUTV Ch. 2.
It's a Wonderful Life » The superb Frank Capra classic starring Jimmy Stewart will only be shown twice this season. Dec. 13 and 24 at 7 p.m., KSL Ch. 5.
A Miser Brothers' Christmas » In this new animated special, Mickey Rooney returns as the voice of Santa in a sequel to "The Year Without a Santa Claus." Dec. 13 at 7 p.m., ABC Family.
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year » Henry Winkler stars in this new made-for-TV movie about love blooming during a snowed-in holiday. Dec. 13 at 7 p.m., Hallmark Channel.
The Little Drummer Boy »Based on the famous song, a poor boy plays a song for Jesus in this animated classic. Dec. 13 at 8 p.m., ABC Family.
Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir » The King's Singers from England join the world-renowned choir in this 2007 concert filmed in Salt Lake City. Dec. 14 at 6:30 p.m., KUED Ch. 7.
The Santa Clause 2 » Tim Allen again plays Santa in this sequel in which he looks for a wife. Dec. 14 at 7 p.m., KTVX Ch. 4.
Snow 2 Brain Freeze » Tom Cavanaugh ("Ed") reprises his role as Nick Snowden (aka Santa) in this new movie. This time, he suffers amnesia before his big day of delivering presents. Dec. 14 at 7 p.m., ABC Family.
I Want a Dog for Christmas Charlie Brown » In this newer Peanuts animated special, Rerun wants a dog. Dec. 15 at 7 p.m., KTVX Ch. 4.
A Muppets Christmas: Letters to Santa » In this new Muppet special, Kermit, Fozzie, Gonzo and the gang try to get misplaced letters to Santa. Dec. 17 at 7 p.m., KSL Ch. 5.
L.A. Holiday Celebration 2008 » The annual yuletide special from Los Angeles, Calif., with musical performances. Dec. 18 at 11 p.m., KUED Ch. 7.
A Christmas Carol » The famous -- and best -- version from 1938 starring Reginald Owen as Scrooge. Dec. 20 at 2:45 p.m., Turner Classic Movies.
Elf » Will Farrell plays a happy-go-lucky Santa's elf (who's really an average-sized human) visiting the big city in this theatrical film. Dec. 20 at 7 p.m., KUTV Ch. 2.
Christmas in Wonderland » Patrick Swayze plays a dad facing a bleak holiday with his children when they discover a bag of money at the mall in this yuletide movie. Dec. 20 at 7 p.m., ABC Family.
Our First Christmas » Two families fight over what to do for the holidays in this new made-for-TV movie. Dec. 20 at 7 p.m., Hallmark Channel.
White Christmas » Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye and Rosemary Clooney in the classic Christmas tale. Dec. 23 at 5 p.m., ABC Family.
A Home for the Holidays with Faith Hill » Jamie Foxx and Melissa Etheridge are just some of the performers working to raise awareness of the joys of foster care adoption. Dec. 23 at 7 p.m., KUTV Ch. 2.