Romesh Ranganathan brings his festive cheer to a star-studded Christmas Special of The Weakest Link. Eight celebrities will initially have to work together to try to win up to £50,000 for their individual chosen charity, in one of the world’s most iconic quizzes. Each round, one player will be voted The Weakest Link by their fellow contestants and will leave with nothing. Who will be crowned The Strongest Link and will take the prize ho-ho-home!? The festive line up is Lou Sa

Host Freddie Flintoff is joined by three pairs of contestants each made up of a keen darts player (the ‘thrower’) and their partner (the ‘knower’). The teams compete against each other, combining their skills at throwing darts at different game boards whilst answering questions correctly for points and prizes under the watchful eye of official scorer ‘Little’ Richard Ashdown. Freddie is also joined by former darts world champion ‘Mighty’ Michael van Gerwen as they combine to

Mrs Brown returns for more Christmas capers and festive frolics! Mrs Brown rediscovers the meaning of family as she gathers those closest to her together for a Christmas photo. Buster unveils another of his signature Christmas trees with maximum impact, and Cathy frets about what presents to buy everyone. Also commissioned is Shedites. Made by BBC Studios Comedy and starring Brendan O’Carroll (Mrs Brown’s Boys), Phil Davis (Trying), Simon Delaney (Lockerbie), Danny O’Carroll

There are now 20 Taskmaster Champions swanning about, revelling in the prestige of owning the coveted golden trophy that looks a tiny bit like the Taskmaster, Greg Davies. Only three of those winners can also claim to be Champion of Champions, but now a fourth name will be added to that elite list as the five most recent victors collide in a one-off epic battle to see who is best at poetic rodeo, bigging themselves up, and just generally being brilliant. The five former cha

It’s Tony Mammoth’s first Christmas since coming back from the dead and he’s determined to make it a special one with his family. Through his own thoughtlessness and selfishness, he’s on the brink of ruining Christmas for himself and those around him. Meanwhile, Mel tries to contain her anger towards a perfectly nice woman at the homeless shelter and love is in the air for Theo. Mike Bubbins (Death Valley, The Socially Distant Sports Bar podcast) is Tony Mammoth, believed to

In this very special Christmas episode, the boys are back with their honest, upbeat brand of comedy, packed with festive cheer. T heir Christmas Bash is filled with yuletide treats and festive songs as Adam, Josh and Alex get into the Christmas spirit in a way only they could. The trio welcome Alison Hammond and Rick Astley. The Last Leg Christmas Special airs Christmas Eve at 10pm on Channel 4.

Rob Brydon is back in the host’s chair for a festive edition of the award-winning comedy panel show. And as ever, David Mitchell and Lee Mack are the lightning-quick team captains. Over the course of the show, a stellar cast of celebrity guests reveal amazing stories about themselves. But are they telling the truth, or are they making it all up? David Mitchell is joined by Jools Holland and Swarzy Shire, while Lee Mack is joined by Helen George and David Walliams. Would I Lie

It's Christmas in the First Dates restaurant and Fred Sirieix and the team are ready for an unforgettable night of festive flirting. First into the restaurant is Essex barber, Wes. All he wants this Christmas is someone who is honest and doesn't take themselves too seriously. He's been matched with Chloe, who has a track record for choosing the wrong guys. Seventy-five-year-old retired nurse, Linda, is going on her first date in 16 years and is looking for someone who will ma

8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown has gone into production with a refreshed line-up as Rob Beckett takes up the permanent role of team captain and Judi Love joins the show as a regular returning guest in the show’s 29 th series. Fellow fan favourites Jon Richardson and Joe Wilkinson will also continue appearing as regulars in the new series. Jimmy Carr will return to host the chaotic comedy twist on Channel 4’s classic brainteaser quiz alongside Rachel Riley overseeing the nu

Out Of Order, the comedy entertainment gameshow, returns for a Christmas special. Hosted by Rosie Jones, Out of Order is a cheeky, riotous comedy gameshow that aims to prove who’s the best at judging people. Are you always judging strangers on trains? Scolded by your friends for guessing how much people earn from what they wear? Well polish that judgey eye as Out of Order is the show for you. For this special Christmas edition, Jon Richardson and Josh Widdicombe are helping t

Clive Myrie asks the questions in a the classic quiz where celebrities go under the spotlight to brave the famous black chair and donate to their chosen charities. Episode 1: Journalist and news presenter Maryam Moshiri, singer-songwriter Chesney Hawkes, comedian Desiree Burch and Uncanny host Danny Robins go under the spotlight, answering questions on the Bridget Jones films, The Beatles’ White Album, the actress Viola Davis and the Star Wars television series, The Mandalori

ITV have commissioned Joe Wicks New Year’s Day, a 1x60' special fronted by fitness coach and broadcaster Joe Wicks and produced by Whisper north. Designed to energise, motivate, and inspire, the show will deliver the very best in family-friendly lifestyle content, in Joe’s signature style - informative, invigorating, and entertaining providing viewers with an uplifting start to 2026. The programme will feature: Quick-fire workouts with Joe to get the nation moving; Healthy an

In a festive first this year, Loose Women will join Good Morning Britain, Lorraine and This Morning in ITV Daytime’s Christmas Day schedule on ITV1 and ITVX. Viewers can see in Christmas Day with Good Morning Britain on December 25th before joining Lorraine as she hosts a cracking Christmas Day sofa special. Cat, Ben, Alison and Dermot continue the Christmas cheer with heart-warming surprises and big name celebrities on This Morning, along with some last minute tips for Chri

Our picks of what to watch during the week ahead. THE FESTIVE FINISH LINE Monday-Friday, BBC One Roman Kemp hosts a special festive week of The Finish Line, assisted by Sarah Greene and featuring celebrities as the contestants. In the first episode, Christopher Biggins, Rachel Riley, Danny O’Carroll, Joel Mawhinney and Emily Campbell race in moving podiums across the Christmas-themed studio to try to win £5,000 for their chosen charity THE BIG QUIZ: EMMERDALE Vs CORONATION