It’s Christmas 1945, the first peacetime Christmas after the war. With Helen feeling under the weather, it’s fallen on James to take on the Darrowby Nativity play. Siegfried is back at Mrs Stokes’ Farm to see Hilda the goat, who’s been up to more mischief and, true to form, gives Siegfried the run-around. Will Siegfried’s drench solution do the trick? Christmas dinner is in very short supply this year, so Mrs Hall is keen to enter the Drovers' darts competition and scoop the

Brand new host Sophie Willan takes the helm as judges Patrick Grant and Esme Young put four celebrities’ sewing skills to the test. They’ll be welcoming into the sewing room professional dancer and Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke, comedian Lucy Beaumont, actress Susan Wakoma and Gladiator Tom Wilson, AKA Hammer. They put their twist on a pattern for a festive present sack and turn second-hand party wear into an outfit inspired by 'The twelve days of Christmas' in th

For the first time since Peep Show wrapped in 2015, fan favourites David Mitchell, Olivia Colman, Isy Suttie, Matt King and Sophie Winkleman reunite – and this time, they’re donning festive jumpers and rolling up their sleeves to tackle a series of seasonal baking challenges. Under the watchful eyes of judges Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood, and with plenty of mischief and charm from Bake Off  hosts Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond, expect laughter and chaos in this Great Peep

Iconic gameshow Wheel of Fortune with Graham Norton spins back for a third series on ITV1 and ITVX. In each episode, three new players must spin the wheel and solve the puzzles to be in with a chance of winning a possible £50,000. The epic game show will once again be centred around a giant carnival wheel as the contestants spin to win for a life changing cash prize. The pressure is on as they pick a letter to solve the puzzle, but who has what it takes in this thrilling game

The Repair Shop is throwing open its barn doors to some very special guests this Christmas as Dame Helen Mirren, Julia Donaldson and Rob Brydon visit the experts to get some very special treasures mended and fixed in time for Christmas. As well as welcoming their very special guests, they will be repairing a much loved life size, mechanical Rudolph, belonging to Leicestershire Fire service which has brought decades of festive cheer but is currently in a sorry state. The team

The residents of Latimer Crescent will congregate at Beth (Arabella Weir) and Eric’s (Alex Norton) house to celebrate Christmas.   The neighbours are all back:  Christine (Elaine C Smith), Cathy (Doon Mackichan) and Colin (Jonathan Watson), Alan (Graeme Stevely) and Michelle (Joy McAvoy), plus Beth and Eric’s son Ian (Jamie Quinn) and his fiancé Gordon (Kieran Hodgson). When Eric and Beth put their tree up earlier than usual, they unwittingly kick off the Christmas season in

Amanda and the family head to Aunt Joan’s country house, but the plans change when Mal and Anne tag along and she struggles to recreate the magical Christmases she spent there as a child. Anne’s in despair at being separated from her family, and Felicity is increasingly irritated by her sister’s constant high spirits. Meanwhile Mal sees a hidden photo that seems to reveal a deep family secret… Alongside the returning cast, the Christmas special welcomes the absolutely fabulou

Claudia Winkleman hosts the ultimate reality game of trust and treachery with new twists and new players. Time to take to the edge of your seat once more as 22 people from across the UK descend on a Scottish castle to win up to £120k. Let the mind games begin. The new series will launch on 1st and 2nd January at 8pm each night. For fans who want more, the official visualised companion podcast is returning. The Traitors: Uncloaked will start on BBC Two immediately after the ma

The world’s longest-running entertainment show The Royal Variety Performance returns to the magnificent Royal Albert Hall in London with acts including Jessie J, BGT Winner Harry Moulding and musical extravaganzas from the casts of Les Misérables and Paddington. The Royal Variety Performance welcomes a new host each year with comedian, actor and presenter Jason Manford taking the reins this year for a spectacular evening in the presence of members of the Royal Family as opera

The Sheffield arena is ready for battle once again as the ultimate test of speed and strength, Gladiators, is set to return in 2026 for another unmissable series on the BBC plus a brand-new Celebrity Special. The four famous faces taking on the Gladiators for the latest celebrity special have been revealed by as TV personality Sam Thompson, former Olympian Nicola Adams, fitness coach Joe Wicks and broadcaster Vogue Williams. Bradley and Barney Walsh will once again oversee pr

Richard Osman, Mel Giedroyc and Paddy McGuinness are the special celebrity contestants, hoping to answer their way to a festive fortune for their chosen charities. Eight celebrity experts are on hand to use their knowledge of all things Christmas, to help the three famous faces bank as much cash as possible. Gyles Brandreth, Josie Gibson, Big Narstie, Tim Vine, Zara McDermott, Gladiator’s very own Nitro and Gavin and Stacey legends Matthew Horne and Joanna Page will each have

The Scarecrows’ Wedding is an enchanting new story, adapted from the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, about two devoted scarecrows, Betty O’Barley and Harry O’Hay, who are planning a wedding to remember. When Harry insists on leaving the farm to collect one last thing for their big day, a smooth-talking scarecrow named Reginald Rake swoops in with plans of his own. Chaos ensues, and soon Betty’s in danger and everything’s at risk. Can Harry get b

The award-winning The 1% Club returns with a Yuletide special this Christmas - hosted by Lee Mack, this one-off edition will feature festive-based questions for another 100 contestants who will be whittled down as they compete to make it to the end and answer a question that only 1% of the country can get right Imagine a game show where an eight-year-old has as much chance of winning as an 80-year-old or where intelligence isn’t based on how many exams you passed, but is all

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

Amanda and the family head to Aunt Joan’s country house, but the plans change when Mal and Anne tag along and she struggles to recreate the magical Christmases she spent there as a child. Anne’s in despair at being separated from her family, and Felicity is increasingly irritated by her sister’s constant high spirits. Meanwhile Mal sees a hidden photo that seems to reveal a deep family secret… Alongside the returning cast, the Christmas special welcomes the absolutely fabulou

On the heels of the first season finale, Apple TV announced a season two renewal for acclaimed thriller Down Cemetery Road, starring and executive produced by Academy Award, BAFTA Award, Golden Globe Award and Emmy Award winner Emma Thompson, and also starring Golden Globe Award and two-time Olivier Award winner Ruth Wilson. Since its global premiere, the “riveting, dark and wildly entertaining” “must-watch” detective series has been hailed as “one of the best thrillers of th

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