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Joe Hicklin and Callum Moloney of BIG SPECIAL join Craig to celebrate the festivities and, Yazmin Lacey shares a delectable selection of her favourite vocal performances.
Swarzy brings the best uplifting gospel music in a three hour celebration of Christmas.
Thu, Dec 25, 1:00 pm
BBC R1X
180 mins
Matt Wilkinson
Matt has the best feel good music, and chances to win on our brilliant big-money games! Send a message to Matt on your Alexa, just say... "Alexa, send a comment to Heart".
Thu, Dec 25, 1:00 pm
Heart
180 mins
Hawksbee & Jacobs
Paul Hawksbee and Andy Jacobs with a festive round-up of their very favourite clips and best interviews from 2025.
Thu, Dec 25, 1:00 pm
talkSPORT
180 mins
Britain's Favourite...
...Christmas Songs with Andrew Ridgeley. The Wham! icon counts down the best Christmas songs from his festive ski lodge, with seasonal singalongs from Mariah Carey, Slade, Band Aid and more![S]
(2020) Christmas romance with Jessica Lowndes. Hayley has a grudge with Paul and then her brother-in-law goes and brings him for Christmas. Can they get on for the sake of the holidays? [S]
(1993) Comedy sequel starring Whoopi Goldberg and Lauryn Hill. Deloris - who's now made it big in Vegas - goes back undercover as a teacher to help a struggling school choir find its voice. [AD,S]
Join Colson for a Christmas Day afternoon full of great festive songs and your stories.
Thu, Dec 25, 2:00 pm
BBC Cumbria
240 mins
Colson Smith
Join Colson for a Christmas Day afternoon full of great festive songs and your stories.
Thu, Dec 25, 2:00 pm
BBC Lancashire
240 mins
Colson Smith
Join Colson for a Christmas Day afternoon full of great festive songs and your stories.
Thu, Dec 25, 2:00 pm
BBC Manchester
240 mins
Colson Smith
Join Colson for a Christmas Day afternoon full of great festive songs and your stories.
Thu, Dec 25, 2:00 pm
BBC Merseyside
240 mins
Christmas Lunch with Gary Davies
Gary Davies presents the perfect feel-good lunchtime soundtrack of festive tunes and chat.
Thu, Dec 25, 2:00 pm
BBC Radio 2
120 mins
Crisp and Even Brightly
The 'truth' behind the story of 'Good King Wenceslas'. Comedy starring Timothy West, James Holland and June Barrie.
Thu, Dec 25, 2:00 pm
BBC Radio 4 Ex
75 mins
Colson Smith
Join Colson for a Christmas Day afternoon full of great festive songs and your stories.
Thu, Dec 25, 2:00 pm
BBC Stoke
240 mins
Ant Payne
Ant Payne's got all the tunes for your Christmas day afternoon | @CapitalOfficial
Thu, Dec 25, 2:00 pm
Capital
240 mins
New: James Martin's Christmas Day
It's Christmas Day 2025 down in Hampshire, and James is spending the big day with guests including former supermodel Jodie Kidd and presenter and Loose Women star Gloria Hunniford. [S]
Thu, Dec 25, 2:00 pm
ITV1+1
120 mins
Andre Rieu: Christmas With...
...Andre. New. A festive concert like never before, recorded live in Maastricht, Netherlands. Join the Maestro for a magical evening of music and dance. [S]
(1984) It's time to put on make-up. It's time to light the lights. Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzy, the Blues one and the gang embark on a musical adventure as they try to make it on Broadway. [AD,S,W]
Iconic adventure comedy film starring Robin Williams and Kirsten Dunst, 1995. Two children find and play a magical board game that releases a host of dangers into their world. [S,AD]
AndrÂas Schiff plays Bach's Art of Fugue at the BBC Proms.
Thu, Dec 25, 2:40 pm
BBC Radio 3
80 mins
Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone...
...Christmas Fishing. Paul takes Bob and their canine friend Ted to the north of England to seek a prized English salmon - they fish the Eden and Tyne rivers in search of their elusive quarry. [S,AD]
The Gates Excitation: The guys do everything in their power to meet Bill Gates when his firm has dealings with the pharmaceutical company Penny works for. (S11 Ep18) [AD,S]
Stars compete to win money for charity with a little help from their families. Glitzy celebrity version of the classic family game show presented by Vernon Kay. (S3, ep 10) [S]
Following His Majesty's Christmas Message, Alan hosts a programme of traditional seasonal carols recorded live at Buckingham Palace, with music from the Choir of the Chapel Royal.
Dan Duffy, CEO of the United Real Estate Group, goes undercover in his own firm. He meets different employees and learns about their professional and personal lives. (S7 Ep10/12) [S]
(1996) Brian Levant's festive all-action comedy. Arnold Schwarzenegger is on a mission to get his son (Jake Lloyd) the must-have Christmas toy, Turbo Man. But it's sold out everywhere... [AD,S,W]
...The Pub Kitchen. It's all about bold flavours as Tom and his team share the secrets behind a favourite starter: salt cod scotch egg with red pepper puree and chorizo. S1/Ep7
Christmas Cracker: Warwick Davis returns with a special festive episode of the popular general knowledge quiz. A team of five panto performers take on the Tenable Tower. [S] S5 Ep12
In Bournemouth, Henry and Fuzz look through Max's vast automobilia collection. Whilst some are fully restored, others need fixing up. What will they come away with? S5/Ep15
When Sarah Wellgreen suddenly disappears, detectives desperately search for her. But after discovering no evidence, they investigate closer to home. S3/Ep10
Upholsterer Leigh-Anne Treadwell transforms an old ottoman. Bagmaker Neil Wragg repurposes a windbreaker, and designer Sarah Moore works on a pram. S7/Ep3
When Travis goes missing in Morocco, Sharon, Tracey and Dorien move heaven and earth to track him down and bring him home for Christmas. 2016 Christmas Special: There's a Girl in My Souk
Betty O'Barley and Harry O'Hay are scarecrows planning a wedding to remember. A loving tale about learning that the important thing isn't a grand gesture - it's simply being together. [SL]
Agatha Christie's murder mystery. Detective Hercule Poirot sets out to discover the truth behind the death of a stage star at a resort hotel on an Adriatic island. Also in HD. [1981] [S]
(2019) The gang return for another magical adventure. Elsa must discover her destiny. And Anna, Kristoff and Olaf go along for the ride. Expect big laughs, bigger songs. But who's Samantha? [AD,S]
Classic multi-Oscar-winning action-adventure film starring Harrison Ford and Karen Allen, 1981. An American archaeologist is tasked with finding the legendary Ark of the Covenant. [S,AD]
British comedy film starring Sid James and Barbara Windsor, 1969. When two men take their girlfriends on a camping holiday to a nudist camp, they find that they have been misled... [S,AD]
Wartime action film starring Henry Fonda and Robert Shaw, 1965. A WWII US intelligence officer tries to find a weak spot in a German offensive to retake the Ardennes and Antwerp. [S]
Alan Johnson and his sidekick Dave Owen host at Dunsandles Guest House in New Brighton on Merseyside. Things get off to a hairy start with some scandalous sheets. [S]
(1990) Classic family comedy starring Macaulay Culkin. A boy's parents forget to take him on holiday with them. Then two inept burglars turn up. Can our resourceful young hero outwit them? [AD,S]
...Programme. John Finnemore returns to Radio 4 with 45 minutes of the funniest things he thought of last year, including exotic meats, time travel and sirens.
Richard Curtis' Sky Original festive comedy about a genie, a man and landing a chance to fix the mess you've made of life. Melissa McCarthy and Paapa Essiedu star. (2023) [S]
Comet! Nitro and Diamond prank Comet at a fake Christmas calendar photoshoot. The other Gladiators have sneaky fun pranking the audience at Sheffield Arena. [S,AD]
Iconic adventure comedy film starring Robin Williams and Kirsten Dunst, 1995. Two children find and play a magical board game that releases a host of dangers into their world. [S,AD]
The Tenant Disassociation: Leonard competes with Sheldon to become president of the tenants' association. Howard and Raj find a drone in the back garden. (S11 Ep19) [AD,S]
The Athenaeum Allocation: Leonard jumps through hoops to secure the perfect wedding venue for Sheldon and Amy. Howard and Bernadette face a big decision. (S11 Ep17) [AD,S]
...The Curse of the Black Pearl. Swashbuckling adventure with Johnny Depp and Orlando Bloom. Blacksmith Will Turner joins forces with eccentric pirate Jack Sparrow. (2003)[S]
To celebrate Christmas Day, Joe and Callum from BIG SPECIAL curate a mix of big, special tracks... That's songs that are big and special, not just songs by BIG SPECIAL.
The Crab and Urchin. Animated deep sea adventures with Captain Barnacles and his band of explorers. Barnacles and Kwazii investigate a disruption involving a crab on a nearby reef. Also in HD. [S,AD]
...The Pub Kitchen. Ingredients take centre stage as Tom reveals one of the more unusual dishes on his pub menu: a luxurious oyster mushroom risotto without any rice. S1/Ep8
In Derbyshire, Henry and Fuzz visit Rob's haven of classic and rare bikes. They explore his collection of 1960s Lambretta scooters and 1920s 'flat tankers'. S5/Ep16
The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.
Thu, Dec 25, 3:32 pm
BBC World Sv.
27 mins
Gladiators: Celebrity Special
Bradley and Barney Walsh host this special edition of the iconic series, which sees celebrities Joe Wicks, Sam Thompson, Nicola Adams and Vogue Williams take on the Gladiators. Also in HD. [S,AD]
...Special. Bradley and Barney Walsh host this special edition of the iconic series which sees celebrities; Joe Wicks, Sam Thompson, Nicola Adams and Vogue Williams take on the Gladiators. [SL]
Nick and Gina Mead welcome their rivals to the Lady Teal Hotel Boat on the waterways near Burnley, where the afternoon entertainment is a freezing competition out on the locks. [S]
The Tale of the Seed Snatch. Animated series. When Mr McGregor fills a bird table with sunflower seeds, Squirrel Nutkin becomes dangerously obsessed with raiding it. Also in HD. [S,AD]
A Christmas Caper. Adam and Joe race across Lapland to deliver Callum's letter to Santa before putting their elf skills to the test in the ultimate Christmas challenge! [S]
The Reclusive Potential: A brilliant scientist invites Sheldon to his isolated cabin, and Leonard, Raj and Howard go along for the trip. (S11 Ep20) [AD,S]
The Gates Excitation: The guys do everything in their power to meet Bill Gates when his firm has dealings with the pharmaceutical company Penny works for. (S11 Ep18) [AD,S]
Huw takes you in to Christmas Day (eve) with festive tunes and another chance to hear interviews from Haim, Soulwax, Loyle Carner, Skin, Shirley Manson, CMAT, and De La Soul.
Olde Hitching Post: Gordon visits the historic Olde Hitching Post restaurant in Massachusetts. Tom bought the business for his daughter but refuses to let her run it. (S6 Ep6) [S]
(1996) Brian Levant's festive all-action comedy. Arnold Schwarzenegger is on a mission to get his son (Jake Lloyd) the must-have Christmas toy, Turbo Man. But it's sold out everywhere... [AD,S,W]
...The Pub Kitchen. Tom serves up generous helpings of delicious nostalgia. Jam roly poly, chicken Kiev and deep-fried whitebait with Marie Rose sauce are on the menu. S1/Ep9
JK and Kelly Brook get you home with the best feel good music and chat every Monday to Friday. Text 82122 or ask your Alexa to "Send a message to Heart".
Thu, Dec 25, 4:00 pm
Heart
180 mins
Celebrity Catchphrase: Christmas Special
Mel Giedroyc, Bill Bailey, and Vanessa Williams join Stephen Mulhern for a festive edition as they try to 'say what they see' for a chance to win 50,000 pounds. [S,AD]
Natalie and Paul had a seemingly idyllic relationship. But when she suddenly disappears, the investigation uncovers a dark reality of control and violence. S4/Ep2
Jay Blades sees potential in a mid-century table, a tired pub table and an old badminton supplies box. How will these discarded items be transformed? S7/Ep4
The lads don their thermals for this special edition of the motoring magazine. In a punishing challenge, they attempt to race from Northern Canada to the North Pole. [S,AD]
Tracey and Dorien have been cooped up during lockdown, Dorien is back to her old tricks with a rich dentist, and Sharon is stuck abroad in Costa Rica. Christmas 2020: We Gotta Get Out of this Place
(2019) The gang return for another magical adventure. Elsa must discover her destiny. And Anna, Kristoff and Olaf go along for the ride. Expect big laughs, bigger songs. But who's Samantha? [AD,S]
Classic multi-Oscar-winning action-adventure film starring Harrison Ford and Karen Allen, 1981. An American archaeologist is tasked with finding the legendary Ark of the Covenant. [S,AD]
Merry Sprouty Day - Part 2. It's Merry Sprouty Day, but Evil Pea jumps onto Sprouty Claus's train and steals all the presents for herself! Also in HD. [S,AD]
Wartime action film starring Henry Fonda and Robert Shaw, 1965. A WWII US intelligence officer tries to find a weak spot in a German offensive to retake the Ardennes and Antwerp. [S]
Brock hopes that his sense of humour and perfectionist nature will impress his guests at York House in Tetbury, Gloucestershire. But his reluctance to go off-menu at breakfast disappoints. [S]
Memorable comedy film starring Robin Williams and Sally Field, 1993. An actor disguises himself as a female housekeeper to spend time with his kids after a bitter divorce. [S,AD]
The Comet Polarization: Sheldon isn't pleased by the comic book shop's new-found popularity. Raj tries to take the credit for Penny's astronomical discovery. (S11 Ep21) [AD,S]
The Tenant Disassociation: Leonard competes with Sheldon to become president of the tenants' association. Howard and Raj find a drone in the back garden. (S11 Ep19) [AD,S]
...The Pub Kitchen. Tom shares his love for the heat of the pub kitchen. Rotisserie beetroot, blowtorched mackerel and a flambÂeed brandy sauce are all on the menu. S1/Ep10
Henry and Fuzz meet Tim, a specialist bike restorer with a passion for all things British. Will they persuade him to part with a rare Triumph soft top? S5/Ep18
...The Curse of the Black Pearl. Swashbuckling adventure with Johnny Depp and Orlando Bloom. Blacksmith Will Turner joins forces with eccentric pirate Jack Sparrow. (2003)[S]
Fleece Navidad. Shaun goes extra Christmassy for the background of the Farmer's Christmas card photo by secretly knitting festive jumpers to brighten it up. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Reindeer Games, Part 1. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. Olive and Otto help Santa track down his missing reindeer. Also, Oscar helps Ms O get off Santa's naughty list. [S,AD]
(2010) Family fantasy comedy. Dwayne Johnson stars as a tough ice hockey player who is transformed into a real-life fairy as punishment for telling a child that tooth fairies don't exist. [AD,S,W]
Penny looks back at her relationship with Vince, from their first meeting to a disastrous wedding day and the chance meeting that brought them back together.
Reindeer Games, Part 2. The Odd Squad investigate strange events. Olive and Otto help Santa track down his missing reindeer. Also, Oscar helps Ms O get off Santa's naughty list. [S,AD]
Hospitality veterans Leo and Sonya Brooke-Little host at Heyford House in Oxfordshire. One guest settles some scores during an afternoon of boxing. [S]
The Monetary Insufficiency: Sheldon goes to Las Vegas to try to win money for science. Penny and Bernadette take Amy shopping for a wedding dress. (S11 Ep22) [AD,S]
The Reclusive Potential: A brilliant scientist invites Sheldon to his isolated cabin, and Leonard, Raj and Howard go along for the trip. (S11 Ep20) [AD,S]
...Northern Sinfonia. Brit-Award winner (and proud native of the north east) JADE collaborates with conductor Robert Ames and Royal Northern Sinfonia at the BBC Proms in Gateshead.
Readings by Tamsin Greig and archive recordings of former poet laureate John Betjeman are set alongside music by Butterworth, Grieg, and Flanders and Swan.
Thu, Dec 25, 5:00 pm
BBC Radio 3
75 mins
With Great Pleasure at Christmas
Bill Bailey and his band perform his favourite carols, songs and readings to delight the audience at the BBC Radio Theatre. Starring Sir Trevor McDonald as Father Christmas.
It's Berg Day! The Piris celebrate Berg Day, but plans for Pancake's special dinner quickly unravel. Can his friends help save the day? Also in HD. [S,AD]
In this final episode of his Christmas series, Gareth showcases some of the best-loved seasonal music, including winter ballets, Christmas carols and other festive classics.
Nino's: Gordon visits Long Beach in California to save Nino's, a failing Italian restaurant that opened in 1958 and is now under the misguided leadership of eldest son Nino. (S6 Ep9) [S]
...British Adventure. James Martin's culinary odyssey begins on the Orkney Islands. He whips up a beautiful scallop dish with a black pudding, apple and hazelnut butter. S1/Ep1
...Christmas Special. Child's Play: Judi Love, Joe Swash, David James and Samia Longchambon try to get on the same wavelength as the Child's Play children to win big for charity. [S,AD]
British comedy film starring Sid James and Amanda Barrie, 1964. Two Britons are captured by Romans and are drafted into Rome's Royal Guard to protect the legendary Julius Caesar. [S,AD]
The disappearance of Denise Williams' husband leaves her devastated. But, when his mother investigates, she discovers the heart-wrenching truth of his demise. S4/Ep4
Robot maker Mark Haig transforms a tumble dryer drum. Designer Daniel Heath revamps a record cabinet, while Sarah Moore repurposes some nuts and bolts. S7/Ep5
The lads are on a mission to build a bridge over the River Kwai, but first they must drive across Burma - a nation largely closed to Westerners - in three rickety lorries! [S,AD]
A boy meets two Santas - one who claims to have fallen from his sleigh and one who has robbed a bank. Sky Original with Timothy Spall and James Nesbitt. (2023) [S,AD]
(1992) Comedy starring Whoopi Goldberg. A casino singer who witnesses a Mob murder goes into hiding at a convent, where she soon has the choir rocking. With Maggie Smith. [AD,S]
The B&Bers meet for one last time to settle some scores and find out how much they've been paid. After accusations of over-enthusiastic hosting, the winner is announced. [S]
The Sibling Realignment: When Sheldon finds out that his mum won't come to his wedding unless he invites his brother Georgie, he and Leonard head to Texas. (S11 Ep23) [AD,S]
The Comet Polarization: Sheldon isn't pleased by the comic book shop's new-found popularity. Raj tries to take the credit for Penny's astronomical discovery. (S11 Ep21) [AD,S]
National and international news with reports and analysis from ITV's Correspondents in the UK and around the world, plus a focus on the stories that matter to you. [S]
Memorable comedy film starring Robin Williams and Sally Field, 1993. An actor disguises himself as a female housekeeper to spend time with his kids after a bitter divorce. [S,AD]
...Special. Strictly Come Dancing returns to the ballroom this Christmas, ready to captivate the nation with a celebration of dance and festive cheer. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Henry and Fuzz explore George's automobilia collection in Dorset. Henry's in the mood for a SPQR: Small Profit Quick Return. Can he strike a good deal? S5/Ep20
A daily teaching program hosted by Evangelist Jimmy Swaggart, discussing biblical genealogy, history, prophecy, and end-time events in a detailed verse-by-verse format.
Jack Davenport stars in a powerful drama set in north-east England at the turn of the 20th century. Robert Bradley takes up a job with his fervently religious uncle. [S]
Everybody in the Tub! In the Toy House kitchen, Mr Onion and Pepi Nana find the little toy tub. Little Nana wishes that the little toy tub was a great big tub. Also in HD. [S]
...Christmas Message: US chat show host Jimmy Kimmel shares a personal message with the nation, after being taken off air following comments made in the wake of the murder of Charlie Kirk.
(2010) Family fantasy comedy. Dwayne Johnson stars as a tough ice hockey player who is transformed into a real-life fairy as punishment for telling a child that tooth fairies don't exist. [AD,S,W]
Tom Allen celebrates funny cock-ups from the world of entertainment featuring Idris Elba, Paul Rudd, Ant and Dec, Susanna Reid, Alan Carr and many more of our favourite stars. [S,AD]
John Sullivan's bittersweet sitcom. Penny reluctantly accepts an invitation to dinner from her estranged husband Graham. S2 E3: Meeting Penny's Husband
(1992) Family comedy. Macaulay Culkin ends up in a swish New York hotel while his family are in Miami. But the burglars he defeated before (Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern) are back... [AD,S]
Lee Juggurnauth helps Robert and Thomas look for a holiday home near La Mata in south east Spain - a stepping stone to making a permanent move there. Can they find their dream pad for £82k? [S]
The Bow Tie Asymmetry: Everyone is focused on making sure that the arrangements for Amy and Sheldon's big day go according to plan - except the bride and groom. (S11 Ep24) [AD,S]
The Monetary Insufficiency: Sheldon goes to Las Vegas to try to win money for science. Penny and Bernadette take Amy shopping for a wedding dress. (S11 Ep22) [AD,S]
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Join Sile on your Christmas Day evening with festive music, merry conversation and fun.
Thu, Dec 25, 6:00 pm
BBC Stoke
240 mins
Dad's Army: My Brother and I
1975 Christmas special of the classic comedy about Walmington-on-Sea's Home Guard unit. Captain Mainwaring has an unexpected and most unwelcome guest. Also in HD. [S]
The latest five minute news bulletin from BBC World Service.
Thu, Dec 25, 6:00 pm
BBC World Sv.
6 mins
Capital Evening Show
Unwind from the Christmas chaos, settle in with the last of your roast potatoes, and join Jimmy Hill for a festive edition of the Capital Evening Show.
The Prohibition Grille: Gordon visits the Prohibition Grille in Washington State, where restaurateur Rishi is oblivious to the disastrous dishes being made in her own kitchen. (S6 Ep14) [S]
...British Adventure. James Martin and Nick Nairn continue their Scottish adventure in Lossiemouth. James fulfils a childhood dream and Nick takes part in a fitness test. S1/Ep2
Find information on new channels and how to get in touch with us. And if you are a Freeview Play viewer discover more shows on-demand and how to get the most out of your service.
The fast-paced game of words hosted by Adil Ray - playing against the reigning Lingo champions this time are sisters Carol and Joanie and couple Ailsa and Joe. [S]
On a stormy night in Memphis, Micah Rine Pate mysteriously disappears, leaving behind unanswered questions and a husband whose story just doesn't add up. S4/Ep8
Sci-fi thriller. When the US government discovers that it has just 18 days to save the world from an approaching asteroid, a motley crew of oil drillers sets out to intercept it. (1998)[S]
...Christmas Special. John Murray, Ali Bruce-Ball & Ian Dennis talk football, travel & language in a festive special. Featuring the first Commentators View v BBC Fantasy Premier League quiz.
Thu, Dec 25, 6:15 pm
BBC R5L
45 mins
BBC Proms 2025
The Vienna Philharmonic perform Tchaikovsky's 'PathÂetique' Symphony and Mozart's 'Prague' Symphony with conductor Franz Welser-MÈost.
Thu, Dec 25, 6:15 pm
BBC Radio 3
110 mins
Ian Hislop's Oldest Jokes
With the help of contemporary comedians, scholars and an appetite for enduring humour, Ian Hislop tracks down the earliest examples of enduring British comedy tropes and jokes.
Set in the heart of the beautiful countryside of the Yorkshire Dales, this realistic down-to-earth drama superbly chronicles the joys and the heartbreaks of a tight-knit community. [S,AD]
Igglepiggle's Accident. Children's show. Igglepiggle discovers the stones which Makka Pakka has carefully tidied into a special pattern, but then he accidentally knocks them over. Also in HD. [S]
The Sibling Realignment: When Sheldon finds out that his mum won't come to his wedding unless he invites his brother Georgie, he and Leonard head to Texas. (S11 Ep23) [AD,S]
National and international news with reports and analysis from ITV's Correspondents in the UK and around the world, plus a focus on the stories that matter to you. [S]
Thu, Dec 25, 6:25 pm
ITV1+1
20 mins
Queen: Is This The Real Life?
An intimate documentary about the greatest rock band of all time. Featuring exclusive interviews and some previously unseen photographs, you'll see Queen like you've never seen them before. [S]
Sparkles, sequins and shed loads of self-tan. We're behind the scenes at the real Strictly Come Dancing as the British National Dance Championships celebrates its 50th anniversary. [S]
Phil Wang and Susie Dent challenge guests to invent new festive words to enter the dictionary. With special guests Matt Lucas, Nick Mohammed and Sara Pascoe.
...Masters. Kung Fu Panda spin-off. Po and the Furious Five uncover the legend of three of kung fu's greatest heroes - Master Thundering Rhino, Master Storming Ox and Master Croc. [2008] [S,AD]
(2023) Live action remake of the Disney classic with Halle Bailey and Melissa McCarthy. Can mermaid Ariel get a kiss from Prince Eric and keep her legs? Evil Aunt Ursula hopes not. [AD,S]
Wartime drama film sequel starring Harrison Ford and Robert Shaw, 1978. A team of misfit military experts are tasked with destroying a bridge that is vital to a German scheme. [S]
When successful 80s nightclub manager Michael Sheen boards a magical train at Christmas, he discovers that each carriage harbours a different stage of his life. (2021) [S]
The seasonal festivities at the Department of Administrative Affairs are overshadowed by rumours of a Cabinet reshuffle, but an election could lead to great things for Jim Hacker. S3 E8: Party Games
10/10. In this tinsel-covered episode, the celebrity experts are Gyles Brandreth, Josie Gibson, Big Narstie, Tim Vine, Zara McDermott, Nitro, Matthew Horne and Joanna Page. Also in HD. [S]
...Christmas Wheel. 10/10. In this tinsel-covered episode, the celebrity experts are Gyles Brandreth, Josie Gibson, Big Narstie, Tim Vine, Zara McDermott, Nitro, Matthew Horne and Joanna Page. [SL]
...Christmas Message: US chat show host Jimmy Kimmel shares a personal message with the nation, after being taken off air following comments made in the wake of the murder of Charlie Kirk.
Thu, Dec 25, 6:45 pm
Channel 4+1
5 mins
New: It'll Be Alright on the Night
Tom Allen celebrates funny cock-ups from the world of entertainment featuring Idris Elba, Paul Rudd, Ant and Dec, Susanna Reid, Alan Carr and many more of our favourite stars. [S,AD]
(1992) Family comedy. Macaulay Culkin ends up in a swish New York hotel while his family are in Miami. But the burglars he defeated before (Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern) are back... [AD,S]
(2006) Comedy-drama starring Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep. A naive young woman lands a job as assistant to one of New York's most important, but ruthless and cynical, magazine editors. [AD,S,W]
The Bow Tie Asymmetry: Everyone is focused on making sure that the arrangements for Amy and Sheldon's big day go according to plan - except the bride and groom. (S11 Ep24) [AD,S]
Romantic musical comedy film sequel starring Lily James and Amanda Seyfried, 2018. Sophie learns more about her mother while dealing with pregnancy and reopening her family hotel. [S,AD]
Ghosts of Christmas Past: It is Christmas, but when the troubled Villiers family get together nine years after the death of eldest son and magician Ferdy, two deaths are predicted... [S,AD] S7 Ep7
A flurry of festive matchmaking at Woodgreen Pets Charity. The team make their abandoned dogs feel extra special at this time of year, but can they find them homes in time for Christmas? [AD,S]
...Ditto. Bringing the club vibes to you - wherever you are, whenever you want. Upbeat music to transport you to the dance floor from Simian Mobile Disco, Missy Elliott and Calvin Harris.
...Wardrobe: The Read with Steffan Rhodri. Step into the magical world of Narnia with CS Lewis's beloved fantasy classic brimming with adventure, courage and Turkish Delight. Also in HD. [S]
Chuckie taps into the festive spirit by pressing play on some festive hits. @1Xtra social. Contains language which some may find offensive.
Thu, Dec 25, 7:00 pm
BBC R1X
90 mins
Tailenders
Greg James, Jimmy Anderson and Felix White are back with their festive take on cricket and the Ashes in a special programme to round off an eventful 2025.
Thu, Dec 25, 7:00 pm
BBC R5L
60 mins
Beverley Knight's Great British...
...Gospel Christmas 2025. Beverley Knight returns to Radio 2 to host an upbeat celebration of gospel music from the UK and Ireland, festive songs and traditional carols on Christmas evening.
Thu, Dec 25, 7:00 pm
BBC Radio 2
120 mins
The Archers
Jolene receives an unexpected Christmas present, and there's a changing of the guard at The Bull.
An evening of carols from one of London's most beautiful churches, with The King's Foundation. Includes performances from Connaught Brass, National Piping Centre and Richard Pinel.
Chappy's: Gordon visits Chappy's in Tennessee, where the chef and owner's careless methods and less-than-appetising food have hurt his restaurant's local reputation. (S6 Ep15) [S]
...British Adventure. James's culinary tour continues in Scotland with a trip to Blair Castle in the Highlands, where he's joined by top Michelin-starred chef Tom Kitchin. S1/Ep3
Husband-and-wife team Paul and Ellie continue their journey up the Limitless Ladder before father and daughter Denis and Becca get the surprise of their lives in their game. [S,AD] S3 Ep6
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The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen.
Thu, Dec 25, 7:06 pm
BBC World Sv.
24 mins
Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit
(1993) Comedy sequel starring Whoopi Goldberg and Lauryn Hill. Deloris - who's now made it big in Vegas - goes back undercover as a teacher to help a struggling school choir find its voice. [AD,S]
The story of everyday life in a small and tightly-knit community is the core of the world's longest-running primetime drama serial and the highest-rating programme in the UK. [S,AD]
Set in the heart of the beautiful countryside of the Yorkshire Dales, this realistic down-to-earth drama superbly chronicles the joys and the heartbreaks of a tight-knit community. [S,AD]
Timeless comedy starring Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. Opposing the evil Barnaby, Ollie Dee and Stanley Dum try to pay-off Mother Peep's mortgage and mislead his attempts to marry Little Bo. 1934 (U)
(2023) Live action remake of the Disney classic with Halle Bailey and Melissa McCarthy. Can mermaid Ariel get a kiss from Prince Eric and keep her legs? Evil Aunt Ursula hopes not. [AD,S]
Wartime drama film sequel starring Harrison Ford and Robert Shaw, 1978. A team of misfit military experts are tasked with destroying a bridge that is vital to a German scheme. [S]
One of the world's biggest bands return to the scene of their Live Aid (1985) triumph a year earlier to play all their greatest hits in front of a packed Wembley Stadium. [S]
...Christmas Fishing (2022). Bob and Paul travel to the northern islands of Norway on an extreme fishing adventure as they face the mighty maelstrom where tides collide and big fish await. [S,AD]
A situation escalates at The Vic for the Slaters, and the Beales and the Brannings prepare to sit down to a joint family Christmas dinner. Also in HD. [S,AD]
(2006) Comedy-drama starring Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep. A naive young woman lands a job as assistant to one of New York's most important, but ruthless and cynical, magazine editors. [AD,S,W]
Timeless comedy starring Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. Opposing the evil Barnaby, Ollie Dee and Stanley Dum try to pay-off Mother Peep's mortgage and mislead his attempts to marry Little Bo. 1934 (U)
Luna the labradoodle needs a Christmas miracle to get past her fear of strangers. American Bulldog Chico seeks love under the mistletoe. And can Jenny the terrier melt Rick's frosty heart? [AD,S]
Lord Meldrum holds a musical evening, a royal party is invited to a dinner party, and a surprise invitee is expected to attend later in the evening. S2 E7 Royal Flush
