- The Paper airs its final three NBC episodes, wrapping up a season-long arc.
- Hallmark premieres Lost in Paradise, starring Lacey Chabert and Ian Harding.
- ABC/ESPN deliver Monday Night Football doubleheader; AEW begins a four-week Arlington residency.
What to watch Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026
If you’re planning a TV night, Saturday brings a mix of finales, premieres and sports. The biggest story: The Paper — NBC’s Office-adjacent newsroom dramedy — airs its final three episodes. Hallmark debuts a Lacey Chabert romantic island tale, while ABC/ESPN host two critical Monday Night Football matchups.
The Paper: NBC farewell and key plot beats
The Paper closes its run on NBC tonight with three final episodes. In the latest arc, reporter Mare uncovers a story that pits the Truth Teller against its corporate owner. The revelations trigger a road trip in which Mare and Ned chase an interview with a possible cult leader. Along the way, Ned struggles to keep his competitive streak in check as the Ohio Journalism Awards loom.
Fans should expect emotional payoffs and a tidy — but earned — conclusion for the newsroom ensemble. If you’ve followed the show’s satire of media and corporate tension, tonight’s episodes aim to resolve the central conflict while letting characters land on believable new paths.
Lost in Paradise: Lacey Chabert’s island romance
Hallmark premieres Lost in Paradise at 8:00 p.m. ET. Lacey Chabert plays the founder of a high-end fashion company who becomes marooned on a deserted island with a chef played by Ian Harding. Stranded together, they must survive the elements and, predictably, discover a spark that grows into romance.
The film leans into Hallmark’s comfort-zone combination of light peril and heartfelt connection — a good pick if you want a feel-good escape without high stakes.
Sports, wrestling and true-crime rounding out the night
- 4:30 p.m. ET — Monday Night Football: Carolina Panthers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers, followed by the Seattle Seahawks vs. San Francisco 49ers (8 p.m.)
- 8:00 p.m. ET — AEW: Collision (TNT) launches a four-week residency at Esports Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
- 8:00 p.m. ET — TBS’s Dinner and a Movie features Olympus Has Fallen.
- 8:00 p.m. ET — Lifetime premieres Stolen Girl, starring Kate Beckinsale; Scott Eastwood co-stars as an ex who abducts their child.
- 10:00 p.m. ET — CBS’s 48 Hours examines a murder case tied to a high school softball coach and a former player.
Quick picks and viewing tips
- Watch The Paper live if you want the full emotional impact of the finale and to avoid spoilers online.
- Tune to Lost in Paradise for a predictable but cozy Hallmark romance.
- Wrestling fans should catch the opening of AEW’s Arlington run; the environment promises a different crowd energy than usual house shows.
Between newsroom drama, island romance and national football, Saturday’s schedule offers something for viewers in every mood. Whether you want to follow the final chapters of the paper’s newsroom saga or lose yourself in a tropical rom-com, tonight’s lineup delivers.
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