WATN-DT TV Guide & Broadcast Schedule
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Live: Dancing With the Stars
The ballroom gets personal as the 10 remaining couples take to the dance floor to deliver heartfelt performances honoring the influential people and places that have shaped their lives; guest judge Kym Johnson returns to offer her expert insights.
R.J. Decker
R.J. faces long odds and stormy tides when he investigates the violent death of a woman who appears to have died in a hurricane that never made landfall.
ABC24 News at 10pm
Stay informed with the latest breaking news and headlines.
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Radio host Howard Stern; actress Amy Schumer; Tom Morello performs; Morgan James sits in with The Cletones.
Nightline
In-depth reporting on one or more of the major stories in the news, with occasional segments on pop culture; journalists Juju Chang and Byron Pitts share hosting duties for this late-night program.
Extra
Inside the entertainment newsgathering process, as reporters coast-to-coast break headlines, advance the stories of the day and sit down with celebrities.
Young Sheldon
George Sr. takes the boys on a road trip to see a space shuttle launch; Mary, Missy, and Meemaw have a girls weekend at the salon.
Young Sheldon
Sheldon and Dr. Linkletter struggle to solve an equation; Georgie has a solution for Meemaw's business woes; George Sr. gives advice on Missy's love life.
Modern Family
Claire's request to build a "She Shed" in the backyard is denied by the homeowners association and only Luke and Phil know the real reason why; Pameron lets Cam in on a family secret, which forces him to visit Mitch's therapist.
Modern Family
After Phil experiences intense stomach pains, Gloria has to rush him to the hospital for an emergency surgery and rallies the entire family to be by his side.
The Goldbergs
A publishing company is interested in Beverly's cookbook, but they don't like how she writes; Barry and Erica cannot stop fighting as roommates, and they make themselves crazy; Geoff comes up with a housing plan that changes everything.
Live with Kelly and Mark
Actress Connie Britton; Wyclef Jean performs.
ABC World News Now
ABC's "World News Now" brings one overnight breaking news, weather, politics, and the stories and video people will be talking about in the day ahead.
Good Morning America First Look
ABC's "Good Morning America First Look" brings one overnight breaking news, weather, politics, and the stories and video people will be talking about in the day ahead.
Good Morning America First Look
ABC's "Good Morning America First Look" brings one overnight breaking news, weather, politics, and the stories and video people will be talking about in the day ahead.
Good Morning America First Look
ABC's "Good Morning America First Look" brings one overnight breaking news, weather, politics, and the stories and video people will be talking about in the day ahead.
ABC24 News This Morning
Stay informed with the latest breaking news and headlines.
Good Morning America
Former CEO of Disney Bob Iger; actress Olivia Munn; Viral DIY Donuts with Lori Bergamotto; Deals & Steals with Tory Johnson.
Live with Kelly and Mark
Andy Cohen and Giancarlo Esposito.
The View
TV host Stephen A. Smith.
ABC24 News Midday
Midday news coverage.
Extra
Inside the entertainment newsgathering process, as reporters coast-to-coast break headlines, advance the stories of the day and sit down with celebrities.
GMA3
Former CEO of Disney Bob Iger; Deals & Steals with Tory Johnson; ABC Secret Savings with Lori Bergamotto.
General Hospital
Anna seeks out Valentin; Britt's attitude raises eyebrows; Molly seeks Alexis' advice; Jason makes an offer to Lucy; Tracy and Cody catch up.
Dateline
Secrets emerge, and a family is torn apart when a cop's wife is shot to death in her bed.
Tribunal Justice
A woman sues her ex-sugar daddy for unpaid loans, though he claims they're even after giving her over $17K; his estranged wife, child visitation and firearm issues further complicate the situation.
Hot Bench
A renter says his quiet escape became a rock'n'roll nightmare when the landlord's late night jam sessions hit a sour note.
The Jennifer Hudson Show
Reba McEntire ("Happy's Place"); "NYC Besties" Candace Eng and Diana Prince; "The Great American Baking Show" winner Mackenzie Rubish demonstrates cake decorating.
ABC24 News at 5pm
Stay informed with the latest breaking news and headlines.
ABC World News Tonight With David Muir
Delivering the news that matters most.
ABC24 News at 6pm
Stay informed with the latest breaking news and headlines.
ABC24 News at 6:30
Stay informed with the latest breaking news and headlines.
Scrubs
Turk is determined to have a fun birthday with J.D. and Elliot; the interns are challenged during the night shift.
Abbott Elementary
The step team tries out for a major competition; Melissa and Barbara take a special ed certification course; Janine, Gregory and Jacob welcome a new substitute.
CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton
A celebration of the artist, songwriter, entertainer, humanitarian and entrepreneur whose music and generosity carried her from the mountains of east Tennessee into the hearts of generations around the world.
ABC24 News at 10pm
Stay informed with the latest breaking news and headlines.
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Actor Billy Crystal; actor Mahershala Ali; Audrey Hobert performs; Morgan James sits in with The Cletones.
Nightline
In-depth reporting on one or more of the major stories in the news, with occasional segments on pop culture; journalists Juju Chang and Byron Pitts share hosting duties for this late-night program.
Extra
Inside the entertainment newsgathering process, as reporters coast-to-coast break headlines, advance the stories of the day and sit down with celebrities.
Young Sheldon
Sheldon is forced to tutor Georgie when poor grades threaten his brother's future on the football team.
Young Sheldon
Missy asks some uncomfortable questions at church; Meemaw and Georgie go into business together.
Modern Family
Luke goes missing after a night out; Haley is desperate to land an interview for a popular lifestyle website.
Modern Family
Phil thinks that Gloria is upset at Jay for dropping the ball on Valentine's Day, so he convinces Jay to spice things up with a little role playing; Mitch and Cam must make things right when they unwittingly ruin Luke's Valentine's Day date.
The Goldbergs
Hoping to outdo the Kremp family, Beverly decides the Goldbergs must do an even better family holiday card; a prank war with Barry and JTP quickly spirals out of control.
Live with Kelly and Mark
Andy Cohen and Giancarlo Esposito.
ABC World News Now
ABC's "World News Now" brings one overnight breaking news, weather, politics, and the stories and video people will be talking about in the day ahead.
Good Morning America First Look
ABC's "Good Morning America First Look" brings one overnight breaking news, weather, politics, and the stories and video people will be talking about in the day ahead.
Good Morning America First Look
ABC's "Good Morning America First Look" brings one overnight breaking news, weather, politics, and the stories and video people will be talking about in the day ahead.
Good Morning America First Look
ABC's "Good Morning America First Look" brings one overnight breaking news, weather, politics, and the stories and video people will be talking about in the day ahead.
ABC24 News This Morning
Stay informed with the latest breaking news and headlines.
Good Morning America
Former NBA player Russell Westbrook; Breast Cancer Awareness with Rachel Beller; Deals & Steals with Tory Johnson.
Live with Kelly and Mark
Actress and singer Anna Camp; actress Jane Leeves.
The View
Actor Ice-T; author Collin Gosselin.
ABC24 News Midday
Midday news coverage.
Extra
Inside the entertainment newsgathering process, as reporters coast-to-coast break headlines, advance the stories of the day and sit down with celebrities.
GMA3
Former NBA player Russell Westbrook; Breast Cancer Awareness with Rachel Beller; Deals & Steals with Tory Johnson.
General Hospital
Britt has juicy gossip for Lucas; Chase is thrown for a loop; Emma puts on her detective hat; Michael and Jordan await medical news; Ava is put on the spot.
Dateline
The residents of a glamorous resort town are shocked when a well-known woman from a prominent family is found dead in her home.
Tribunal Justice
A single mom faces a lawsuit from her child's daycare owner over unpaid fees, sparking a heated clash where accusations of lying about Covid tests add fuel to the fire.
Hot Bench
A rental arrangement goes from smooth sailing to soaked ceilings: The landlords say rent stopped, and water damage followed, but the tenant argues that consistent plumbing issues destroyed his property; this case leaves everyone drowning in blame.
The Jennifer Hudson Show
Emmy Rossum ("Furious"); La La Anthony ("Reasonable Doubt") discusses her organization ThreeSixty.
ABC24 News at 5pm
Stay informed with the latest breaking news and headlines.
ABC World News Tonight With David Muir
Delivering the news that matters most.
ABC24 News at 6pm
Stay informed with the latest breaking news and headlines.
ABC24 News at 6:30
Stay informed with the latest breaking news and headlines.
9-1-1
As lava takes over Los Angeles, the 118 works to evacuate scared and trapped citizens; Athena runs into a familiar face as she searches for a way out of a collapsed tunnel; Maddie is forced to make an impossible decision.
WATN-DT (virtual channel 24, UHF digital channel 25) is the primary ABC-affiliated television station serving Memphis, Tennessee, and the surrounding Mid-South region. Branded on air as ABC 24, the station provides a mix of national ABC network programming, local news broadcasts, syndicate entertainment, and regional sports coverage. Using this tv guide overview, viewers in the Memphis designated market area can easily discover what is airing today, plan their viewing for tonight, and understand how to access daily listings across over-the-air television, cable, satellite, and digital providers.
About WATN-DT (ABC 24 Memphis)
WATN-DT is licensed to Memphis, Tennessee, serving viewers across West Tennessee, North Mississippi, and East Arkansas. First signing on the air in September 1978 under the call sign WPTY-TV, the station transitioned to its current call letters, WATN-TV (representing "ABC for Tennessee"), in 2013. The station operates as part of a local duopoly alongside CW affiliate WLMT (channel 30).
As the regional ABC affiliate, WATN-DT carries the complete primary slate of ABC network shows alongside its own award-winning local news division, branded as ABC 24 News. The channel transmits digitally on UHF channel 25 from its broadcast facilities in Brunswick, Tennessee, while utilizing virtual channel 24.1 for over-the-air tuners.
WATN-DT TV Guide & Daily Schedule
The WATN-DT schedule is structured to offer balanced coverage ranging from early morning national news to primetime entertainment blockbusters. Viewers consulting the local tv guide will find that programming is divided into consistent dayparts:
- Morning Programming: Begins with local early-morning newscasts, followed by national morning news and lifestyle programming from the ABC network.
- Daytime Lineup: Features syndicated talk shows, daytime dramas, courtroom television, and mid-day local news updates.
- Late Afternoon & Evening: Transitions from syndicated entertainment and games into local evening news, followed by national network evening news.
- Primetime: Reserved for flagship ABC network series, newsmagazines, specials, and live sports events.
- Late Night: Follows the late local news with national late-night talk shows, syndicated comedies, and overnight news or infomercials.
Programming times can vary by date, region, and provider. Check the latest listings for the most current schedule before tuning in.
tv guide listings for tonight on WATN-DT
When searching for tv guide listings for tonight on WATN-DT, viewers in the Central Time Zone will find primetime network programming typically beginning at 7:00 PM CT. Depending on the day of the week, tonight's lineup on channel 24 may include popular ABC network dramas, comedy series, reality competition shows, or major live sports broadcasts such as college football or NBA basketball.
Following the conclusion of primetime programming at 10:00 PM CT, WATN-DT airs its flagship late-night local news program, ABC 24 News at 10, providing local updates on news, weather, and sports across the Mid-South region. Late-night network talk shows follow immediately after local news coverage.
Programming Categories on WATN-DT
WATN-DT broadcasts several main categories of content throughout the broadcast day:
- Local & Regional News: Regular daily newscasts covering Memphis, Shelby County, and the broader tri-state area.
- ABC Network Shows: National dramas, comedies, reality series, and specials provided by ABC.
- Live Sports: Broadcasts of national sporting events carried by ABC Sports and ESPN on ABC, including college football and professional basketball.
- Syndicated Content: Popular off-network sitcoms, daily talk shows, and game shows broadcast during daytime and early fringe hours.
- Digital Subchannels: Secondary digital channels offering specialized programming networks such as Laff (24.2) and Cozi TV (24.3).
How to Use the WATN-DT TV Schedule
To get the most out of your viewing experience when navigating the WATN-DT schedule, follow these simple steps:
- Confirm your current local time zone (Memphis operates on Central Time, CT).
- Select the current date on your local electronic program guide (EPG) or schedule grid.
- Check whether a program is a live broadcast, a new episode premiere, or a repeat transmission.
- Note any special programming adjustments, such as breaking news cut-ins or extended live sports coverage.
- Verify your broadcast channel source—whether watching over-the-air on channel 24.1 or via your cable/satellite channel line-up.
Viewing Information & Provider Listings
WATN-DT is widely available across the Memphis television market via multiple signal delivery methods:
| Platform / Provider | Channel Position | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Over-The-Air (OTA Antenna) | Channel 24.1 (HD) | Broadcasts digitally on UHF Channel 25 |
| Comcast Xfinity | Channel 4 / HD Channel 804 | Varies by local subscriber package |
| DirecTV | Channel 24 | Local feed in Memphis DMA |
| Dish Network | Channel 24 | Local feed in Memphis DMA |
Regional & Time-Zone Information
WATN-DT serves viewers across a multi-state region that includes West Tennessee, North Mississippi, and East Arkansas. All broadcast times in the local channel schedule are listed in Central Time (CT). Viewers receiving the signal on the outer edges of the market or near time-zone boundaries should keep local time offsets in mind when setting recordings or tuning in to live programming.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is WATN-DT?
WATN-DT is the ABC-affiliated commercial television station in Memphis, Tennessee, broadcasting on virtual channel 24. It is locally branded as ABC 24.
What network is WATN-DT affiliated with?
WATN-DT is a primary affiliate of the ABC (American Broadcasting Company) network.
Where can I find tonight's WATN-DT schedule?
Tonight's schedule can be checked through your TV provider's electronic program guide, online television listing sites, or by reviewing daily broadcast grids for channel 24 in the Memphis market.
Does WATN-DT broadcast local news?
Yes, WATN-DT produces daily local newscasts branded as ABC 24 News, covering local news, weather forecasts, and sports across the Mid-South region.
What digital subchannels does WATN-DT offer?
In addition to its primary ABC high-definition broadcast on subchannel 24.1, WATN-DT carries secondary digital subchannels including Laff (24.2) and Cozi TV (24.3).