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It’s a Wonderful Life

Jimmy Stewart stars as downtrodden banker George Bailey in this timeless holiday masterpiece. Facing financial ruin, Bailey wishes he’d never been born, and a guardian angel shows him what life would be like for his loved ones without him. CTV/NBC, 7 p.m.

A Charlie Brown Christmas

A depressed Charlie Brown agrees to direct the local holiday play in the hopes of rekindling his Christmas spirit in this classic animated special. His best friend, Linus, reminds him of the true meaning of the season. ABC, 8 p.m.

Christmas Eve Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome

Pope Francis leads millions of Roman Catholics in Italy and around the world in this special presentation. Each year, people gather in the piazza to watch the sacred vigil and celebrate the birth of Christ. NBC, 10:35 p.m.

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