The TV Cave Daily Watchlist: What to Watch on December 16: NCIS & Fallout Premiere

From late-night binge drops to primetime finales and reality TV chaos, Tuesday’s lineup is stacked. Whether you’re here for high-stakes competition, emotional goodbyes, or just some perfectly messy Bravo drama, we’ve got your couch plans covered.

🌙 Late-Night Streaming Drop

My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman

Streaming at 3:00 AM ET on Netflix

David Letterman is back for a brand-new season, and Netflix is dropping three episodes at once—because patience is overrated. This season opener features Letterman in conversation with Michael B. Jordan, viral mastermind MrBeast, and always-watchable Jason Bateman. Thoughtful, funny, and effortlessly cool, it’s the kind of talk show energy that hits best when everyone else is asleep.

🕗 Primetime Picks: 8:00 PM ET

Beat Bobby Flay: Holiday Throwdown

Food Network — Season 4 Finale

It’s the final culinary smackdown of the season, and Bobby Flay’s kitchen is officially a winter battlefield. Eddie Jackson brings in Mei Lin, Tiffani Faison, and Michael Voltaggio to turn the heat way up in a festive faceoff that promises big flavors and even bigger egos.

NCIS

CBS — Fall Finale

Toy trucks, family secrets, and career-defining moments collide in this packed fall finale. McGee and Torres chase down stolen goods, Parker faces revelations about his mother, and Knight steps into her first NCIS: Elite mission. Emotional? Yes. Action-packed? Absolutely.

The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City

Bravo

Mother’s Day hits differently when there are no husbands or kids around—and somehow, that makes things messier. Bronwyn rolls out her controversial Friendship Commandments, Meredith wakes up choosing chaos, and tensions simmer just below the surface. As always, the snow is cold, but the shade is ice-cold.

🕘 Can’t-Miss TV at 9:00 PM ET

Fallout

Prime Video — Season 2 Premiere

The wasteland beckons once again. Lucy and The Ghoul are back on the hunt, continuing their dangerous journey in search of Hank and Barb. If you’re craving gritty storytelling, world-building, and morally complicated survival, this premiere delivers.

Great Performances: Nutcracker from English National Ballet

PBS

A visually stunning take on the holiday classic, set against an Edwardian London backdrop. This version places Clara at the heart of the story, transforming her journey into a richly imagined, dreamlike adventure filled with elegance and magic.

NCIS: Sydney

CBS — Fall Finale

The stakes couldn’t be higher as the team heads to Antarctica to investigate a shocking murder at a remote research base. With temperatures dropping and escape uncertain, survival becomes just as urgent as solving the case.

Vanderpump Rules

Bravo

SUR’s annual photoshoot brings fresh faces and fresh drama. New hostess Angelica sparks interest, old relationships get questioned, and a first date sets the stage for potential chaos. Business may be booming, but feelings are very much not under control.

The Voice

NBC — Season 28 Finale (Night 2 of 2)

It all comes down to this. The winner is crowned, dreams come true (or don’t), and the finale gets a musical boost with performances from Khalid and XG. Cue the confetti—and the tears.

🕙 Late Primetime Spotlight: 10:00 PM ET

The Rob Reiner Story: A Hollywood Tragedy – ABC News Special

ABC

This one-hour special honors the life and legacy of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner, reflecting on their impact across film, storytelling, and activism. Through interviews and archival footage, the special paints an intimate portrait of two influential creative voices.

🎬 Final Take from The TV Cave

Whether you’re squeezing in a late-night binge, juggling multiple finales, or settling in for reality TV escapism, Tuesday night proves there’s no shortage of must-watch moments. Set those reminders, charge the remote, and let the TV do the rest.

Check back tomorrow at The TV Cave for more TV news, recaps, reviews, and everything worth watching.