By Jon Donnis
The TV channel LEGEND is gearing up to deliver a spectacular December with a thrilling selection of sixteen channel premieres. From critically acclaimed classics to high-octane action, crime dramas, and spine-chilling revenge tales, this line-up is packed with cinematic gems to keep viewers entertained throughout the festive season.
Must-See Classics and Star-Studded Spectacles
Leading the charge is Fred Zinnemann's 1973 masterpiece The Day of the Jackal, a gripping political thriller about an assassin targeting French President Charles de Gaulle. Also featured is Machete Kills (2013), an explosive sequel from Robert Rodriguez starring Lady Gaga, Mel Gibson, and Danny Trejo as the unstoppable ex-Federal agent. Meanwhile, the powerful Papillon (2017), a gritty remake of the iconic escape tale, stars Charlie Hunnam and Rami Malek.
For those seeking mind-bending intrigue, Limitless (2011), starring Bradley Cooper and Robert De Niro, explores the consequences of unlocking the brain's full potential. De Niro also teams up with Al Pacino in the gripping crime drama Righteous Kill (2008), bringing two legendary actors to the forefront.
Hollywood's Action Icons Take Centre Stage
Fans of action-packed films will not be disappointed. The month includes Steven Seagal in Driven to Kill (2009) and Beyond the Law (2019), as well as Dolph Lundgren and Vinny Jones in the crime thriller Ambushed (2013). Nicolas Cage stars in USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage (2016), recounting the harrowing true story of sailors battling for survival in shark-infested waters during World War II.
Other highlights include Jason Statham and Wesley Snipes teaming up in the clever heist thriller Chaos (2005), and Jackie Chan joining forces with John Cusack and Adrien Brody in the historical action epic Dragon Blade (2015).
Riveting Heists, Revenge, and Drama
The line-up also features Thick as Thieves (2008), starring Morgan Freeman and Antonio Banderas, as they attempt the ultimate heist to steal two Fabergé eggs. Olga Kurylenko shines in Momentum (2015), playing a thief on the run after a botched diamond heist. Meanwhile, Beyond Suspicion (2018) offers an edge-of-your-seat revenge thriller featuring Karl Urban and Sofia Vergara.
Christian Bale leads the intense drama Out of the Furnace (2013), portraying a man caught in a brutal world of crime as he seeks justice for his brother. Stephen Dorff stars in Officer Down (2014), where he faces a dark past in a bid to protect vulnerable women from a violent crime spree.
A Special Treat for TV Fans
Adding to the excitement, LEGEND will debut the first two seasons of the classic police series T.J. Hooker. Join William Shatner as the tough and relentless Sgt. T.J. Hooker in this nostalgic crime series, which will run throughout December.
Your December Viewing Guide
With channel premieres airing at 9 pm most evenings, viewers can look forward to a month of captivating storytelling, unforgettable characters, and adrenaline-pumping action. Whether you're a fan of classic films, gripping thrillers, or explosive action, LEGEND's December schedule is set to deliver.
Make sure to tune in and enjoy this thrilling cinematic feast, perfect for cosy evenings during the festive season.
Watch on TV on the following channels - Sky 148 / Virgin 149 / Freeview 41 / Freesat 137