BREAKING: TNT just flipped the switch on its holiday takeover, and I have your easy way in. The network, along with TBS, is rolling out wall to wall Christmas movies and cozy sitcom marathons. If you want in from your couch, Sling TV is your quickest path. I’ve tested it, timed it, and mapped it. Here is how to stream the good stuff tonight, with zero guesswork.
What’s on TNT and TBS this season
Expect a steady stream of fan favorites. Think Elf for big laughs, The Polar Express for pure wonder, and a rotating lineup of festive crowd pleasers. TBS is lining up sitcom blocks that go down like hot cocoa. Friends holiday episodes. The Big Bang Theory and more. TNT is stacking movies, pairing classics with modern hits all day and deep into the night.
That means screen time with Will Ferrell, Tom Hanks, and the sitcom ensembles you quote all year. Families are building viewing plans around these blocks. I can confirm you will not run out of options. You only need to set your stream up right.
TNT and TBS are available with Sling Orange, Sling Blue, or Orange + Blue in most areas. Confirm the channels in your Sling lineup before you start.
How to watch on Sling in minutes
If you are new to Sling, the setup is quick. If you already have Sling, jump to step 4 and lock your recordings.
- Sign up for Sling, then choose Orange, Blue, or the combined plan that shows TNT and TBS in your area.
- Install the Sling app on your TV, phone, tablet, or streaming box. Log in.
- Open the Guide. Scroll to TNT and TBS and add both to Favorites for faster access.
- Pick the movie blocks you want. Tap Record to add them to Cloud DVR.
- Check the On Demand rows for holiday hubs. Many titles reappear there after airing.
Sling’s Cloud DVR makes marathons simple. You can stack recordings while you are out, then press play when you are back. On select titles, you can also jump to On Demand if you miss the live start.
Record the late night and early morning slots. Overnight hours often hide the best uncut movie airings.
Celebrity moments fans are chasing
This lineup is a magnet for holiday nostalgia. Elf gives you peak Will Ferrell chaos, plus Zooey Deschanel’s harmony moments. The Polar Express lands with Tom Hanks in multiple roles, still a technical marvel. On the sitcom side, Friends holiday episodes keep Chandler’s sarcasm sharp and the Thanksgiving callbacks legendary. The Big Bang Theory brings snow day science jokes, gift gags, and warm endings.
Expect families to build mini events around these airings. Pajamas on by eight. Cocoa by the second act. Holiday photo dumps when the credits roll. Stars who headline these staples often resurface in throwback clips this time of year. Fans are ready to relive those scenes, and the networks know it.
If a title is missing, try this
Licensing windows shift. Your favorite may move between live airings and streaming libraries. Do not panic. You have options.
- Check Sling On Demand, then run a quick search inside the app.
- Open Max, which often carries Warner Bros holiday films during the season.
- Rent the movie in a store app like Prime Video, Apple TV app, or Google Play.
- Set a DVR series timer on TNT and TBS. The title often returns later in the week.
Regional rights and time windows can change without much notice. Always confirm the listing inside the Sling Guide on the day you plan to watch.
Pro tips for a perfect holiday lineup
Treat your Guide like a wish list. Search for Elf, Polar Express, or your favorite sitcom episode titles. Add them to your recordings. Build a watch row for the weekend. If you are hosting, set recordings to start a few minutes early. End them a few minutes late. It helps you avoid those cut off credits and post scene gags.
If you are sharing the remote, use profiles to keep schedules sane. Kids get the early block. Grown ups can take the late movies. Everyone wins when the cocoa is hot and the DVR is full.
This holiday slate is a TV comfort blanket. TNT and TBS are delivering the crowd pleasers you expect. Sling puts it all in one place with clean controls and quick setup. I have laid out the path. You bring the snacks. Press play, let the lights glow, and let the season roll.
