Your Ultimate Guide to the Best Holiday TV Specials For the Whole Family

Merry Madagascar , age 6+, Nov. 28, 9:30 p.m., CW
When Santa's sleigh crash-lands on Madagascar and he's stricken with amnesia, the animal crew steps up to save Christmas. Fans of the movies should love this special, which mixes feel-good messages about generosity, caring, and compassion with plenty of silly stuff.