How to Watch Masters of Illusion: Christmas Magic on The CW
By American TV editorial team |
Masters of Illusion: Christmas Magic airs Thursday, December 17, 2026, from 8 to 9 p.m. ET/PT on The CW. The one-hour holiday special features magicians from around the world, and eligible DIRECTV viewers can watch on their local CW affiliate.
The CW is pairing it with another holiday special the same night. At 9 p.m. ET/PT, The Light of Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir brings the choir together with guest stars Kristin Chenoweth, Neal McDonough, Megan Hilty and Michael Maliakel, so you can make it a two-hour holiday block.
Air date and channel
| Detail | Masters of Illusion: Christmas Magic |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, Dec. 17, 2026 |
| Time | 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. ET/PT |
| Network | The CW (local CW station on DIRECTV) |
| Up next | The Light of Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir, 9 p.m. |
How to watch on DIRECTV
Check whether your DIRECTV package carries the local CW affiliate at your address. Search the guide for "Masters of Illusion" and record the special. If your CW station is new to your lineup, see how DIRECTV STREAM has been adding CW stations.
The CW offers entertainment programming through its app and a hub on The Roku Channel. That general availability does not confirm this special or a release time there; check the actual title listing before relying on later streaming. For more holiday TV, see the Christmas TV episodes and how to stream them and The Price Is Right at Night holiday special. Need help finding your CW channel? Call American TV at 1-855-690-9884.
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Air date and time details are from The CW's holiday programming announcement of October 27, 2026, and may change. The CW and Masters of Illusion are marks of their respective owners. American TV is an independent DIRECTV dealer and resource site.