...Technicolor Dreamcoat. Based on the story of Joseph and his coat of many colours, Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's first musical comes to the screen. Starring Donny Osmond. [S]
...Professionals: In Swansea, Adelina's hope that their modern Indian cooking and effervescent evening can beat Juniper Place and a truly Welsh experience at The Dillwyn Arms. (S2 Ep2/20) [S]
Adam Fleming sits in and takes your calls on the day's talking points, hearing views from across the UK. Call 08085 909693 (calls are free from mobiles and landlines).
A landmark in the history of cinema, telling the story of newspaper magnate Charles Foster Kane in a series of flashbacks. Starring Orson Welles. Also in HD. [1941] [S,AD]
Jamie shows how to pull everything together for a perfect Christmas Day with festive tacos and a Bloody Mary seafood platter. Plus, he shows how to make the best of leftovers. S1/Ep2
Coloured Diamonds are valued almost primarily for the intensity and distribution of their colour. Join the team for the most stunning and affordable pieces in the vault.
The game of words hosted by Adil Ray - battling it out against the reigning Lingo champions this time are best friends Paul and Alan and mother and daughter Mercedes and Syreeta. [SL,S]
Get your day off to a great start with a morning of innovative essentials for your home and garden. Call free on 0800 200 66 66 or visit www.musthaveideas.tv
The Bishop loses his partner Scotty deep underground. The Tarantos' hopes of exposing a rare pocket of opal are in jeopardy and Young Guns make a big mistake. S5/Ep18
Radio host Kenzie wants a dress that is as loud and sparkly as her personality. Plus, Jenny Tolman gets married on a beautiful, snowy mountaintop. S21/Ep3
Photography expert Brenton is excited to work on a Victorian stereoscopic viewer. And, furniture restorer Will breathes new life into a cherished family rocking horse. S3/Ep12
Merry Christmas, Mr. Bean: Mr Bean wreaks havoc at Harrods when he goes Christmas shopping, then has trouble stuffing a turkey on Christmas Day. [S,AD] S1 Ep7
Classic festive fairytale starring Alastair Sim and Mervyn Johns. A miser discovers the true meaning of Christmas through his encounters with three seasonal ghosts. (1951)[S]
Stephen Mulhern is back with a bonkers Christmas special - get ready for festive funnies with Weigh to Go, a hilarious Get Your Skates On, and a celebrity Santa Claus. [S,AD]
The Norwood Builder: Another case of the drama series. When Holmes investigates a suspicious death in a fire, the chief beneficiary of the victim's will becomes a murder suspect. [S,AD] S1 Ep10
Gary Davies sits in on Christmas Eve with Paul Bettany picking his Tracks Of My Years - ten songs from his life and career to date. Plus a festive edition of Ten To The Top.
Wed, Dec 24, 9:30 am
BBC Radio 2
150 mins
Essential Classics
Ian Skelly plays the best in classical music, with discoveries and surprises rubbing shoulders with familiar favourites.
Wed, Dec 24, 9:30 am
BBC Radio 3
210 mins
Two Nottingham Lads
1/4. A captured Ukrainian soldier is interviewed by an independent journalist in the occupied city of Donetsk. But these aren't Ukrainians - both these men are from Nottingham.
Charming animated sequel to Raymond Briggs's classic The Snowman. When a young boy and his mother move house, he builds a snowman and a snowdog who magically come to life. [AD,S]
The Fetal Kick Catalyst: Penny meets her fans at a comic book convention. Sheldon and Amy host brunch at Penny's flat. Howard makes an impulsive purchase. (S10 Ep6) [AD,S]
The Pants Alternative: Sheldon is awarded a prestigious prize but is scared of collecting the award at a ceremony because he knows he'll have to make a speech. (S3 Ep18) [AD,S]
The Cohabitation Experimentation: When Amy's flat is flooded, she has to move out while it is being repaired and proposes a 'cohabitation experiment' with Sheldon. (S10 Ep4) [AD,S]
The local mayor is heading over to ChÃateau de Lalacelle for an open house event. And Sharon and Tim battle in a wallpaper-hanging competition in Haute-Vienne. (S5 Ep30) [AD,S]
Seasonal special bringing together the most spectacular, mind-boggling and downright bizarre car crashes, near misses and road incidents ever seen. [S]
Animated, fun-filled adventure based on the classic story by Judith Kerr. Sophie and her mummy are having tea when a tiger arrives at their door and eats them out of house and home. [AD,S]
Comedy spin-off film sequel starring Harry H Corbett and Wilfrid Brambell, 1973. Albert must die when things get very bad at the Steptoes' Shepherd's Bush rag-and-bone business. [S,AD]
A space for spiritual reflection with a Bible reading, prayer and a range of Christian music led by Archdeacon Rachel Mann.
Wed, Dec 24, 9:45 am
BBC Radio 4 Ex
15 mins
Something Special: A Magical...
...Christmas. A Magical Christmas. It's Christmas Eve and the Tumble family are trying to get ready for Christmas Day. But will Father Christmas visit Mr Tumble's house? Also in HD. [S]
...Christmas: Your Christmas Cake. 3/5. Fanny Cradock gives you two recipes to choose from, the traditional black plum cake or an unusual 'white' Christmas cake.
New. Bananas: A drug-smoking greengrocer has a psychotic reaction that puts George in danger, and Jimmi meets an attractive new DI at the local police station. [S]
Graham Norton invites acting royalty Richard E Grant, Gavin and Stacey actress Joanna Page, and TV and radio presenter Tyler West to spin the Wheel in aid of charity. [S,AD]
Smithy and Nessa visit the hospital for their first ultrasound scan, and Stacey looks forward to a trip to see her family home after she struggles to adjust to life as an 'Essex wife'. [S,AD]
Nikki and Gordon want a home with great views on the Maltese island of Gozo. Ben Hillman shows them what their £350k can buy. Has he found the Mediterranean dream? [S]
...Christmas: Royal Mincemeat. 4/5. Practical know-how to make Christmas cookery easier for the layman. Fanny has unusual recipes for pies, pancakes, omelettes and Swiss rolls using mincemeat.
Bradley Walsh hosts the game show that asks contestants to complete a series of general knowledge questions faster than The Chaser, a brainbox of the highest order. (S14, ep 40) [S,AD]
The Veracity Elasticity: Leonard is upset when he finds out that Penny has been moving his collectables out of Sheldon's old room and into storage behind his back. (S10 Ep7) [AD,S]
The Hot Tub Contamination: Leonard and Penny intervene when Sheldon and Amy have an argument. Howard and Bernadette are disturbed by unexpected guests. (S10 Ep5) [AD,S]
Pandora has the best feel good music, and chances to win on Christmas Eve! Send a message to Pandora on your Alexa, just say... "Alexa, send a comment to Heart".
The Ue A-Team: Five university friends join forces to take on the Tenable tower. Have they got what it takes to win a big cash prize? Hosted by Sally Lindsay. [S] S5 Ep42
Magazine show with news and topical items, celebrity guests, expert advice, real-life stories, competitions and a mix of cookery, health, beauty, lifestyle and more. [S]
The Misfits put their faith in an ancient bulldozer for the season's last dig. Meanwhile, infighting stalls efforts to unearth the Opal Whisperers' haul. S5/Ep19
Kirsty wants to wear trousers on her big day, so Gok gets creative with his designs. Celise is worried her Mormon parents won't approve of her dress. S2/Ep14
Blacksmith expert Matthew takes on a 30-kilo cast iron statue of Hercules. Plus, wood restorer Will attempts to mend an interesting smokers' stand. S3/Ep13
Breaking sports news, big name guests and opinionated debate on the day's top stories. Call the show on 03717 22 33 44 (Calls charged at national rate) or text 81089 (50p + charges).
Wrap up warm and step into the snow for a wonderful animated adventure based on the bestselling bedtime book by Michael Rosen. Voiced by Olivia Colman, Pam Ferris and Mark Williams. [AD,S]
Wed, Dec 24, 10:05 am
Channel 4+1
30 mins
The Documentary
Nations collaborate to create humanity's first ever international space station.
Wed, Dec 24, 10:06 am
BBC World Sv.
54 mins
Winx Club - The Magic Is Back
A Trick by the Trix. The Winx face their toughest physical exam yet, pushing their magic and teamwork to the limits. Meanwhile, Bloom attempts to bond with the mysterious Damien. [S,AD]
Washing. Preschool series. Po eats Tubby Custard and gets a messy bib. Po washes the bib and hangs it up to dry before eating more Tubby Custard with Tinky Winky, Dipsy and Laa-Laa. Also in HD. [S]
(1995) Charming family comedy-drama about a clever little pig who forms a close bond with a farmer and discovers a talent for herding sheep. With James Cromwell. [S]
The story of General Romeo Dallaire's frustrated efforts to stop the madness of the Rwandan Genocide, despite the complete indifference of his superiors. [S]
...Christmas: Petit Fours. 5/5. Today's show contains Fanny's recipe for choux pastry with advice on making miniature eclairs, choux buns and glacÂe icing.
Classic festive fairytale starring Alastair Sim and Mervyn Johns. A miser discovers the true meaning of Christmas through his encounters with three seasonal ghosts. (1951)[S]
The Resident Patient: Another outing for the cerebral sleuth. A doctor visits Holmes on behalf of a friend and sponsor whose fragile peace of mind has been thrown into turmoil. [S,AD] S1 Ep11
Wooden Spoon. Giovanna and Baby Bear invite babies and their grown-ups to explore wooden spoons through discovery, play, song and story. Also in HD. [S]
Henry Cole and Simon O'Brien get revved up in Pembrokeshire. They explore mechanic James's sheds, crammed with classic cars, motorbikes and tractors, including a 1928 Model A Ford. (S6 Ep5) [AD,S]
For Better - For Worse: Danny discovers the identity of the ward thief, while Owen looks for evidence against Chrissie after learning she could be having an affair with Ed. [S]
Wed, Dec 24, 10:25 am
U&Drama+1
60 mins
The Interview - Schwarzenegger:...
...Power, Purpose and the Planet. Arnold Schwarzenegger on life in the limelight, climate change and terminating pollution. [S]
The Brain Bowl Incubation: Sheldon tries to convince Amy that they should procreate. Raj feels embarrassed about what the new woman in his life does for a living. (S10 Ep8) [AD,S]
The Fetal Kick Catalyst: Penny meets her fans at a comic book convention. Sheldon and Amy host brunch at Penny's flat. Howard makes an impulsive purchase. (S10 Ep6) [AD,S]
Animated, fun-filled adventure based on the classic story by Judith Kerr. Sophie and her mummy are having tea when a tiger arrives at their door and eats them out of house and home. [AD,S]
...for Laqua. Tota-lie Awesome PokÂemon in Area Zero?! A descent into the Great Crater of Paldea reveals wonders and PokÂemon beyond imagination. [S,AD]
Retired vicar Annie is swapping her life in the UK for the all-year-round sunshine and warmth of glorious Lanzarote. Can Lee Juggurnauth find her the perfect place for her £150k budget? [S]
Naga Munchetty features news, experiences, and big name interviews from around the UK. Join the conversation, text 85058 (charged at your standard message rate).
Wed, Dec 24, 11:00 am
BBC R5L
180 mins
Fanny Cradock Cooks for...
...Christmas: Your Christmas Cake. 3/5. Fanny Cradock gives you two recipes to choose from, the traditional black plum cake or an unusual 'white' Christmas cake.
Warwick Davis hosts the game show where 10 is the magic number as contestants put their general knowledge to the test for a £125,000 jackpot prize. (S4, ep 19) [S]
The Geology Elevation: Sheldon can't contain his jealousy when he hears that his university colleague, Bert the geologist, has won a prestigious fellowship. (S10 Ep9) [AD,S]
In Northamptonshire, there are unthawed prawns, a crowd-pleasing panto and limelight theft, as luvvies Anna and Coylah, sporty Felicity and Lawrence, and well-to-do Martin and Dawn compete. [S]
The Veracity Elasticity: Leonard is upset when he finds out that Penny has been moving his collectables out of Sheldon's old room and into storage behind his back. (S10 Ep7) [AD,S]
(1947) The very first Ealing comedy is set in the post-war East End. A boy tries to catch a gang of thieves who are using his favourite comic to communicate their dastardly deeds. [S,W]
Magazine show with news and topical items, celebrity guests, expert advice, real-life stories, competitions and a mix of cookery, health, beauty, lifestyle and more. [S]
Drew Pritchard and Viki Knott search for items that preserve Britain's history. They visit a brass foundry, a stately home, and a salvage yard. S20/Ep1
A self-conscious bride and her straight talking mom prove quite the challenge for the team. Plus, will Jo and Al deliver for a bride with very high expectations? S1/Ep1
Horologist Steve teams up with furniture restorer Will to piece back together a grandfather clock. And, silversmith Brenton works on a treasured magnifying glass. S3/Ep14
Seasonal family comedy starring Leslie Nielsen and Max Morrow. When Santa suffers from amnesia shortly before Christmas, only the innocence of a small child can save the day. (2000)
The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen.
Wed, Dec 24, 11:06 am
BBC World Sv.
24 mins
Fanny Cradock Cooks for...
...Christmas: Royal Mincemeat. 4/5. Practical know-how to make Christmas cookery easier for the layman. Fanny has unusual recipes for pies, pancakes, omelettes and Swiss rolls using mincemeat.
(1995) Charming family comedy-drama about a clever little pig who forms a close bond with a farmer and discovers a talent for herding sheep. With James Cromwell. [S]
Bryn plans a special treat for Gwen's birthday, but things take a surprising turn when an uninvited guest turns up. Stacey tells Gavin of her decision. [S,AD]
The Snowman Badge. Animated preschool series. The Squirrels play outside in the snow and decide to build a jolly-looking snowman, but the punky penguins poke fun at it. Also in HD. [S,AD]
...Christmas: Petit Fours. 5/5. Today's show contains Fanny's recipe for choux pastry with advice on making miniature eclairs, choux buns and glacÂe icing.
Sharpe's Regiment: Napoleonic War-based action-adventure. June 1813 - the Duke of Wellington sends Sharpe to England to investigate when he is told of a lack of recruits there. [S] S4 Ep1
Ashes: Jordan is offered potentially life-saving surgery as his deteriorating health begins to distract his colleagues. Jessica's return leaves Adam facing a difficult decision. [S]
Wed, Dec 24, 11:25 am
U&Drama+1
70 mins
Review 2025: We Remember
3/4. BBC News remembers some of those who have left us this year. [S]
The Brain Bowl Incubation: Sheldon tries to convince Amy that they should procreate. Raj feels embarrassed about what the new woman in his life does for a living. (S10 Ep8) [AD,S]
Lacey is getting married to her childhood sweetheart but is terrified of walking down the aisle. Can Jo and Al help her to overcome her insecurities? S1/Ep2
We all love seasonal movies, but what is it that separates the Christmas classics from the festive flops? Join our celebrity film fans as they debate their favourites. [S,AD]
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.
Wed, Dec 24, 11:30 am
SonLife
30 mins
The Global Story
The Global Story: Where the world meets America.
Wed, Dec 24, 11:32 am
BBC World Sv.
27 mins
Octonauts Specials: Caves of...
...Sac Actun. Caves of Sac Actun. The Octonauts get lost in a maze of underwater caves while returning a baby octopus home! [S,AD]
The Theft of the Royal Ruby: Poirot is looking forward to Christmas on his own, but when the nation's security is threatened, he is called in to help track down a stolen ruby. [S,AD] S3 Ep9
3/5. Diana Henry, the well-loved food writer reads from her collected essays. Today, she considers the pleasure of creating a menu and the cuisines of California and Mexico City.
The newlyweds begin leading separate lives. In Essex, Smithy takes a glum Gavin on a boys' night out, while in Barry, Stacey seeks to distract herself by going to bingo. [S,AD]
The Fight Before Christmas: An apprehensive Daphne believes that Niles is finally going to reveal his true feelings for her. Frasier throws a poorly attended party. (S7 Ep11) [AD,S]
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This is BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra - bringing you even more live commentaries from the world's greatest sporting events. Listen on BBC Sounds.
Wed, Dec 24, 12:00 pm
BBC R5SX
360 mins
Lorraine Kelly
Lorraine Kelly and guests discuss the news headlines and talk to the people making them.
Wed, Dec 24, 12:00 pm
BBC Radio 2
120 mins
Joy in the Morning
1/2. Can Bertie persuade Lord Worplesdon to consent to young Zenny's marriage? Will Bertie escape re-entrapment by ex-fiancÂee Florence? Could Jeeves help? Would he rather go fishing?
...Christmas Pageant. The village's rich history is staged - but the audience is revolting. Political satire with John Baddeley. From December 1989.
Wed, Dec 24, 12:00 pm
BBC Radio 4 Ex
30 mins
Bargain Hunt: Christmas Special
Yule love this seasonal episode of Bargain Hunt, with a sackful of profits and Christmas cheer, co-presented by Eric Knowles and Father Christmas. Also in HD. [S]
Warwick Davis hosts the game show where 10 is the magic number as contestants put their general knowledge to the test for a £125,000 jackpot prize. (S4, ep 20) [S]
The Birthday Synchronicity: Sheldon and Amy try to celebrate her birthday with an intimate night at home but are interrupted when Bernadette goes into labour. (S10 Ep11) [AD,S]
Barefoot Bob's: Gordon visits Barefoot Bob's beachside restaurant in Massachusetts, where husband and wife Marc and Lisa struggle to attract customers during the winter months. (S6 Ep5) [S]
The Geology Elevation: Sheldon can't contain his jealousy when he hears that his university colleague, Bert the geologist, has won a prestigious fellowship. (S10 Ep9) [AD,S]
(1947) The very first Ealing comedy is set in the post-war East End. A boy tries to catch a gang of thieves who are using his favourite comic to communicate their dastardly deeds. [S,W]
Marcus shares some festive favourites to make in advance, from a glazed ham to home-cured gravadlax with orange and coriander, plus decadent mince pies. S1/Ep1
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.
Jeremy Clarkson is on hand to ask the questions - find out if any of this edition's six contestants have the 15 correct answers they need to win one million pounds. [S]
When 15-year-old Becky Stowe mysteriously disappears, everyone she knows is a suspect. It'll take a surprising tip to finally bring the truth to light. S2/Ep5
Sonnaz and Rachael revive a pair of chairs that are the owner's last links to her Dutch heritage. Plus, Will works on an army officer's military campaign chest. S3/Ep15
The music and sermons of the Jimmy Swaggart Crusades from around the world. Featuring music by Brother Swaggart, John Starnes, Janet Paschal and the Crusade team.
...Christmas: Your Christmas Cake. 3/5. Fanny Cradock gives you two recipes to choose from, the traditional black plum cake or an unusual 'white' Christmas cake.
Hamleys opens its doors for a celeb-packed celebration of the toys that defined generations. From timeless classics to modern icons, we explore the biggest toy crazes of the last 200 years. [AD,S]
True stories of ordinary people and the extraordinary events that have shaped their lives.
Wed, Dec 24, 12:06 pm
BBC World Sv.
44 mins
Santa Who?
Seasonal family comedy starring Leslie Nielsen and Max Morrow. When Santa suffers from amnesia shortly before Christmas, only the innocence of a small child can save the day. (2000)
...English National Ballet. Behind the curtain with English National Ballet and their world premiere of a brand-new production of Nutcracker. Part 1 of 2. [S]
...Christmas: Royal Mincemeat. 4/5. Practical know-how to make Christmas cookery easier for the layman. Fanny has unusual recipes for pies, pancakes, omelettes and Swiss rolls using mincemeat.
...Equatorial Guinea: Africa Cup of Nations coverage. Burkina Faso will be eyeing at least second spot in this group. Will Equatorial Guinea's recent player strike affect the result here? [S]
Fantasy comedy film starring Anne Hathaway and Steve Coogan, 2004. A girl living in a fantasy land is put under a spell by her godmother that forces her to be totally obedient. [S,AD]
Danni Menzies helps Anne and Ian from the Scottish Highlands find their perfect holiday home in the buzzing resort of Benidorm on Spain's Costa Blanca, for their budget of £100,000. [S]
The Holiday Summation: After spending Christmas apart, the gang gather at Penny and Leonard's flat and hear about Sheldon and Amy's terrible trip to Texas. (S10 Ep12) [AD,S]
Marcus shares his top recipes to make the big day more relaxed, from turkey with thyme and shallot gravy to spiced roast carrots and superb sprouts. S1/Ep2
Kaye Adams, Oti Mabuse, Judi Love and Nadia Sawalha get ready for the big day tomorrow with guest Jason Donovon joining in the Christmas Eve fun in the studio. [S]
A modern take on the Charles Dickens' tale, following the life of a Christmas-hating businesswoman whose money maker her more miserly. Suranne Jones stars. [S,AD]
...Christmas: Petit Fours. 5/5. Today's show contains Fanny's recipe for choux pastry with advice on making miniature eclairs, choux buns and glacÂe icing.
The Sittaford Mystery: Crime thriller. When Miss Marple takes refuge at a house in Devon, her suspicions are confirmed when a Ouija board accurately predicts the owner's death. [S,AD] S2 Ep4
To Catch a Cobra: Boulton joins Burnside on the trail of two cunning Indian crime bosses - old enemies from way back. But with friends like Burnside, who needs enemies? [S]
9/53. Nicki Chapman helps a recently retired couple find a dream country home that's full of traditional period charm. Nikki also visits the Weston Park Model Air Show. Also in HD. [S]
Topsy and Tim's Christmas Eve. Live-action children's show. It's the night before Christmas, and Topsy and Tim finish decorating the tree. Also in HD. [S,AD]
(2006) Spooky animated caper with Maggie Gyllenhaal and Steve Buscemi. A young boy and his babysitter spy on the creepy neighbour. Did he really eat his wife? [AD,S,W]
In 2011, Shane Chen invented a motorised skateboard - but it didn't bring the riches he imagined.
Wed, Dec 24, 12:50 pm
BBC World Sv.
10 mins
Chris Hawkins
Doing some last minute shopping? Wrapping up a whole heap of presents? Fear not, because Chris Hawkins will be keeping the tunes coming this Chris-mas Eve!
Can you help Kaylee answer a juicy question in What You Gonna Say? What You Gonna Do?
Wed, Dec 24, 1:00 pm
BBC R1X
180 mins
Classical Live
Mark Forrest with a selection of specially recorded music from across Europe for Christmas Eve including highlights from a festive concert given by Freiburg Baroque Orchestra.
Secrets and Lies. Ken and Jack try to reconnect with Jack's ex-girlfriend, Nina. Emily attempts to decode her mysterious vision - what is Madame hiding from them? [S,AD]
Ear. Dee encourages a friend to say 'ear', and we go on a whirlwind word adventure. We see lots of different ears - listening, chilly and even alien ones! Also in HD. [S]
Bradley Walsh hosts the game show that asks contestants to complete a series of general knowledge questions faster than The Chaser, a brainbox of the highest order. (S9, ep 5) [S]
The Romance Recalibration: Penny thinks that Leonard has stopped making an effort in their relationship, so she decides to go away for a spa weekend with Amy. (S10 Ep13) [AD,S]
The Birthday Synchronicity: Sheldon and Amy try to celebrate her birthday with an intimate night at home but are interrupted when Bernadette goes into labour. (S10 Ep11) [AD,S]
Marcus serves up delicious dishes from across Europe, from a stunning Bundt cake, to slow cooked pork belly, and scallops on a bed of crisp chorizo. S1/Ep3
Matt has the best feel good music, and chances to win on Christmas Eve! Send a message to Matt on your Alexa, just say... "Alexa, send a comment to Heart".
There's more life-changing money on offer as Ant and Dec welcome engaged couple Zanesh and Melike back to the show before father-and-son team David and Mark play a remarkable game. [S,AD] S3 Ep4
Police wonder if a young woman's personalised license plate, FLRT 12, makes her the target for murder or if a more sinister plot is behind the crime. S12/Ep5
A serving of sports news, guests and a sideways look at the big stories of the day. Call the show on 03717 22 33 44 (Calls charged at national rate) or text 81089 (50p + charges).
Hamleys opens its doors for a celeb-packed celebration of the toys that defined generations. From timeless classics to modern icons, we explore the biggest toy crazes of the last 200 years. [AD,S]
Mumbai: The wacky racing series that Isaac Newton would surely approve of: no engines, just gravity! Amateur teams descend on Mumbai to race their homemade soapboxes. [S]
The world's Newsroom brings you global events as they happen.
Wed, Dec 24, 1:06 pm
BBC World Sv.
24 mins
Fanny Cradock Cooks for...
...Christmas: Your Christmas Cake. 3/5. Fanny Cradock gives you two recipes to choose from, the traditional black plum cake or an unusual 'white' Christmas cake.
Here We Go Again. How can Toad get his rail cart to move quickly enough to meet his friends? Go and Stop discover that Again can provide the answer. Also in HD. [S]
...English National Ballet. Behind the curtain with English National Ballet and their world premiere of a brand-new production of Nutcracker. Part 2 of 2. [S]
It's a Colourful Christmas. The Colourblocks are getting festive as they celebrate the colours of Christmas. Discover what colours you can see. Also in HD. [S]
A colourful musical about the everyday adventures and romantic entanglements of the Smith family in St Louis. Starring Judy Garland. Also in HD. [1944] [S]
The Snowman Badge. Animated preschool series. The Squirrels play outside in the snow and decide to build a jolly-looking snowman, but the punky penguins poke fun at it. Also in HD. [S,AD]
...Christmas: Royal Mincemeat. 4/5. Practical know-how to make Christmas cookery easier for the layman. Fanny has unusual recipes for pies, pancakes, omelettes and Swiss rolls using mincemeat.
The Emotion Detection Automation: Sheldon tests a new invention after hearing that it could help him to read people's emotions. Raj seeks dating advice. (S10 Ep14) [AD,S]
The Holiday Summation: After spending Christmas apart, the gang gather at Penny and Leonard's flat and hear about Sheldon and Amy's terrible trip to Texas. (S10 Ep12) [AD,S]
Marcus serves up celebratory desserts, from panettone bread and butter pudding to pear and ginger trifle, and deliciously bite-size Christmas puds. S1/Ep4
The latest headlines from around the world at lunchtime with reports and analysis from ITV's Correspondents, all of which are followed by a national weather forecast. [S]
Kaye Adams, Oti Mabuse, Judi Love and Nadia Sawalha get ready for the big day tomorrow with guest Jason Donovon joining in the Christmas Eve fun in the studio. [S]
Sisters Pamela and Sheila dream of owning a holiday home in Oliva on Spain's Costa de Valencia. Can Danni Menzies find the perfect place with traditional Spanish features for their £70,000? [S]
4/10. A covert convoy of ships carries Soviet missiles across the Atlantic, as US spy planes watch Cuba. The Cuban Missile Crisis, told by Nina Khrushcheva and Max Kennedy.
Like Clockwork. When Yukee's precious clockwork music box breaks, her garden friends cheer her up with a life-size clockwork performance of their own. Also in HD. [S]
(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]
Heart-warming sci-fi adventure film starring Henry Thomas and Drew Barrymore, 1982. A young boy tries to help a gentle alien who has been stranded on Earth and needs to phone home. [S,AD]
Fantasy comedy film starring Anne Hathaway and Steve Coogan, 2004. A girl living in a fantasy land is put under a spell by her godmother that forces her to be totally obedient. [S,AD]
I Love to Dance the Flamenco. Animated series about a group of singing potatoes. The Small Potatoes visit Spain for a flamenco dancing fiesta. Also in HD. [S]
(2006) Spooky animated caper with Maggie Gyllenhaal and Steve Buscemi. A young boy and his babysitter spy on the creepy neighbour. Did he really eat his wife? [AD,S,W]
Sharpe's Siege: Napoleonic War-based action-adventure. Winter 1813 - Wellington is informed by the debonair Comte de Maquerre that Bordeaux is ready to rebel against Napoleon. [S] S4 Ep2
New. Ronnie is furious when Archie meddles in her life again. Ricky and Bianca go head-to-head on the dating circuit, and Mo is devastated as Charlie says goodbye. [S]
Wed, Dec 24, 1:40 pm
U&Drama+1
40 mins
Fanny Cradock Cooks for...
...Christmas: Petit Fours. 5/5. Today's show contains Fanny's recipe for choux pastry with advice on making miniature eclairs, choux buns and glacÂe icing.
3/5. On the day of Pooh's 100th birthday, Frank Cottrell-Boyce talks with children's writers Nick Butterworth and Julia Donaldson about ways in which they identify with Pooh Bear.
The Roaring 1920s! General strikes! Surplus women! Deadly mummy's curses! Winston Churchill fangirling over Charlie Chaplin! Take a trip to the Roaring Twenties! [S,AD,SL]
Nick Eardley sits in with political guests, the key news of the day, and your views on the issues that matter to you. Text 85058 (charged at your standard message rate).
Wed, Dec 24, 2:00 pm
BBC R5L
120 mins
Fanny Cradock Cooks for...
...Christmas: Your Christmas Bird. 1/5. Fanny presents a collection of traditional Christmas recipes.
The Locomotion Reverberation: Leonard and Howard distract Sheldon with a trip to a historic railway when he slows their progress on the guidance system. (S10 Ep15) [AD,S]
The One with a Christmas Wedding in August: Robbie aims to surprise Jenny with a Christmas wedding in August, featuring reindeer, bridesmaids wearing Santa dresses, and turkey on the menu. [S]
The Romance Recalibration: Penny thinks that Leonard has stopped making an effort in their relationship, so she decides to go away for a spa weekend with Amy. (S10 Ep13) [AD,S]
Marcus prepares festive favourites to make the night before Christmas, from pollock in a creamy mushroom sauce to green beans in a sweet hazelnut dressing. S1/Ep5
Ben Shephard pits four players against a mesmerising machine. There are mystery prizes and a jaw-dropping jackpot up for grabs in this thrill-packed quiz. [S]
Drew and Al buy from sellers who share their love for country house antiques. They snap up an 18th-century chest of drawers and smokers' bow chairs. S20/Ep4
In Tempe, Arizona, millionaire entrepreneur Rick Chance is brutally gunned down in a hotel room. To catch the killer, detectives turn to surveillance video. S2/Ep11
Welcome to the tale of Father Christmas, who was once just a young boy named Nikolas. A magical Christmas adventure with Dame Maggie Smith. (2021) [S,AD]
In this special Christmas episode, Freddie, Chris and Paddy play 'car secret Santa' for a festive road trip across Britain transporting a giant Christmas tree to a winter wonderland. [S,AD]
Bunny Rabbits. Preschool series. Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po watch bunny rabbits. Bunny ears and tails appear on the Teletubbies, who do the bunny hop hop. Also in HD. [S]
Animated short based on the popular Madagascar film franchise. Suffering from a serious case of amnesia thanks to naughty King Julien, Santa Claus gets marooned in Madagascar. [S]
New. Bianca orders Ricky to sort her out a date with Dr Al, but it does not go according to plan. Ronnie visits Joel at work with a sexy proposition and then gets a surprise visitor. [S]
Wed, Dec 24, 2:20 pm
U&Drama+1
40 mins
Wallace & Gromit: A Close Shave
While Wallace is distracted by a romance, Gromit is framed for sheep rustling. Also in HD. [1995] [S,AD]
...Christmas: Your Christmas Cake. 3/5. Fanny Cradock gives you two recipes to choose from, the traditional black plum cake or an unusual 'white' Christmas cake.
(1994) Festive family drama. Richard Attenborough stars as a department store Santa who insists he's the real Santa Claus. But can he prove it in court? [AD,S,W]
Mary Christmas: A scheming Frasier works his way into hosting the annual televised Christmas parade, but is horrified to learn that his protÂegÂee Dr Mary is his co-host. (S8 Ep7) [AD,S]
The Allowance Evaporation: Amy is furious when she learns that Sheldon has shared intimate details of their relationship with his colleagues. (S10 Ep16) [AD,S]
The Emotion Detection Automation: Sheldon tests a new invention after hearing that it could help him to read people's emotions. Raj seeks dating advice. (S10 Ep14) [AD,S]
The latest headlines from around the world at lunchtime with reports and analysis from ITV's Correspondents, all of which are followed by a national weather forecast. [S]
Wed, Dec 24, 2:30 pm
ITV1+1
5 mins
Ukraine: The Future of Warfare
Kamali Melbourne and Professor Michael Clarke examine how the war in Ukraine has shaped both modern warfare and geopolitics in 2025.
(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]
Heart-warming sci-fi adventure film starring Henry Thomas and Drew Barrymore, 1982. A young boy tries to help a gentle alien who has been stranded on Earth and needs to phone home. [S,AD]
The Christmas Haunting: New DS Charlie Nelson is thrown straight into a murder case when a man is stabbed with an antique sword at a ghost-hunting party. [S,AD] S16 Ep1
(1962) David Lean's Oscar-winning epic. Peter O'Toole stars as TE Lawrence - the charismatic officer who united feuding Arab tribes to fight the Turks in WWI. [AD,S]
...Christmas: Royal Mincemeat. 4/5. Practical know-how to make Christmas cookery easier for the layman. Fanny has unusual recipes for pies, pancakes, omelettes and Swiss rolls using mincemeat.
Christmas Skills. Ricky's flat turns festive as he gets in the Christmas mood by making an egg box wreath and a giant winter wonderland scene made with snow shakers. [S]
Africa Cup of Nations coverage. The Fennec Foxes are 2019 champions and joint second favourites for the title. Can the Falcons of Jediane cause an upset here? Long shot. But goals aplenty? [S]
...Christmas: Petit Fours. 5/5. Today's show contains Fanny's recipe for choux pastry with advice on making miniature eclairs, choux buns and glacÂe icing.
Animated short based on the popular Kung Fu Panda franchise. Po is to host an annual winter holiday feast, but he struggles to meet the expectations of his friends and family. [S]
It's a merry Christmas Eve on Asian Network, and Thursdays are the new Love Friday! And for the last day of mini mixes, DJ Kizzi is wrapping up slaybells, beats and bangers!
The Comic-Con Conundrum: Cut off from his father's fortune, Raj appoints Sheldon to organise his finances. Penny considers joining the guys at Comic-Con. (S10 Ep17) [AD,S]
Ashley and Brandon Wright, the co-owners of Hamburger Mary's, go incognito in their company, to ensure that their culture of diversity is being maintained as the business grows. (S7 Ep9/12) [S]
The Locomotion Reverberation: Leonard and Howard distract Sheldon with a trip to a historic railway when he slows their progress on the guidance system. (S10 Ep15) [AD,S]
Family Quizness: A family team tackle a series of Top 10 list questions for the chance to win 125,000 pounds. Can they top the tower and win the cash? Hosted by Sally Lindsay. [S] S5 Ep43
In 1998, Bachan Kaur Athwal ordered her daughter-in-law to be strangled to death in an 'honour killing'. The victim's family reveal how her murder affected them. S1/Ep5
The preaching Ministry of Evangelist Jimmy Swaggart. This show is taken from Church services recorded live at Family Worship Center Church in Baton Rouge, LA.
Murder at the Vicarage: Feature-length classic mystery starring Joan Hickson as the indefatigable sleuth. A colonel is found dead in the vicarage in the village of St Mary Mead. [S,AD]
Wed, Dec 24, 3:00 pm
U&Drama+1
120 mins
A Festival of Nine Lessons and...
...Carols. The traditional Christmas service of readings and carols from King's College Cambridge.
Wed, Dec 24, 3:02 pm
BBC World Sv.
88 mins
Gavin and Stacey: The Christmas...
...Announcement. The hit sitcom returns for a festive special. Nessa and the Wests head east with some help from Dave and his coach - meanwhile, Mick is preoccupied with his new love. [S,AD]
Trail of Wails. The tired heroes must quest to find out and stop whatever is making the loud wailing noise that has kept the residents of the forest up all night. [S,AD]
...'til Christmas?. How Many Sleeps 'til Christmas? The Numberblocks just can't wait for Christmas Day and are counting down the sleeps until Santa arrives. Also in HD. [S]
The Undersea Storm. Animated deep sea adventures with Captain Barnacles and his band of explorers. Kwazii's Gup-B breaks down in a storm, but a chain of reef lobsters lends a hand. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Comedy starring Judi Dench and Bill Nighy. A group of British pensioners retire in India, but their accommodation is not quite how they pictured it. (2011)[S]
(1994) Festive family drama. Richard Attenborough stars as a department store Santa who insists he's the real Santa Claus. But can he prove it in court? [AD,S,W]
The Tale of the Hungry Thieves. Animated series. When Sammy Whiskers dupes three mice into stealing a plum pie, Peter must rescue both pie and mice from the clutches of Mr Tod. Also in HD. [S,AD]
The Escape Hatch Identification: Leonard and Penny offer Sheldon's old room to Raj when he's forced to move out of his flat, leading to unexpected conflict. (S10 Ep18) [AD,S]
The Allowance Evaporation: Amy is furious when she learns that Sheldon has shared intimate details of their relationship with his colleagues. (S10 Ep16) [AD,S]
Marcus shares his favourite festive finger food, from deliciously bite-size donuts to stress-free chicken wings and crispy roast spuds with a trio of dips. S1/Ep8
Stephen Mulhern hosts a special festive edition of the game show as celebrities Carol Vorderman, Michael Ball and Michelle Collins compete in aid of charity. [S,AD] S2 Ep1
...Christmas: Your Christmas Cake. 3/5. Fanny Cradock gives you two recipes to choose from, the traditional black plum cake or an unusual 'white' Christmas cake.
Who Let the Weredogs Out. When Cheese tells Boy he has been the victim of a weredog staredown, he becomes convinced he will turn into a weredog too. [S]
Classic Christmas film starring Dudley Moore, 1985. When one of Santa's elves gets frustrated with his old-fashioned ways, he leaves to set up a toy-making business of his own. [S,AD]
...Christmas: Royal Mincemeat. 4/5. Practical know-how to make Christmas cookery easier for the layman. Fanny has unusual recipes for pies, pancakes, omelettes and Swiss rolls using mincemeat.
