What to Watch in the Week of December 16

We’re almost at the end of 2024, but there are still some great TV shows to enjoy! The week of December 16 has some exciting options like What If…? and Virgin River, along with the finale of Shrinking Season 2 and a few must-watch movies. Here’s what you can look forward to watching this week!

On Wednesday, December 18, catch the penultimate episode of Shrinking Season 2 on Apple TV+. Gaby is stressing over her Thanksgiving guest list, Paul is encouraging Jimmy to seek help, and Sean is on the hunt for a new place. Don’t worry, though—Shrinking has already been renewed for a third season! The season finale will air on Christmas next week, so get ready for some big emotions.

Head over to Netflix on Thursday, December 19 for the sixth season of Virgin River. Mel and Jack are getting ready for their wedding, but it seems like there are still some secrets left to be uncovered. Plus, there will be flashbacks to Mel’s parents’ love story in the ’70s. If you love cozy small-town vibes and drama, this is the show for you.

If you’re in the mood for a rom-com mystery, check out Laid on NBCUniversal’s Peacock on Thursday, December 19. Stephanie Hsu stars as Ruby, whose exes are mysteriously dying. With the help of her best friend, Ruby must unravel the mystery of her past relationships and figure out if she’s the problem.

On Friday, December 20, don’t miss The Six Triple Eight on Netflix. This movie tells the true story of the Women’s Army Corps’ overseas unit for women of color in WWII. Starring Kerry Washington, it sheds light on the division’s important but often overlooked role in fixing a three-year backlog of mail and its impact on soldiers and their families.

Wrap up your week with Happy Howlidays on Hallmark Channel on Saturday, December 21. If you’ve been following Finding Mr. Christmas, you won’t want to miss this final Countdown to Christmas movie of 2024. It’s a heartwarming story about a web editor who finds a stray dog and strikes up a deal with a shelter owner, leading to a special holiday connection.

And finally, on Sunday, December 22, get ready for the premiere of What If? Season 3 on Netflix. Join the Avengers and others for the final season of Marvel’s animated series as they explore alternate universes, including stories centered around Red Guardian, old Westerns, manga, and even an Agatha Harkness musical. New episodes will drop daily until the series finale on December 29. It’s going to be an action-packed week for TV lovers!