Television
TV schedule Sunday 25th December 2016
Doctor At Large
Episode 29 - A Situation Full Of PromiseMike Upton has been promoted to Junior Registrar, so there's a vacancy for a Senior Houseman. Stuart-Clark is the hot favourite, and as Mike is on the selection board, it all looks promising.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 26 - Pranks And PresentsWhen the hook-a-duck stall runs out of prizes, Sooty hopes his teddy bear machine can solve all of their problems. But he gets a little extra help from a very special friend... Guest starring Brian Blessed.
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 2, Episode 5 - The DuelAn unforseen cog in the works of Gruber's plans lead René to run away from the duel without a shot having been fired. Monsieur Alfonse is outraged - until Michelle explains his importance to the resistance.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Christmas Special - The North PoleThe Go Jetters visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve, but disaster strikes as they discover Grandmaster Glitch has borrowed Santa's sleigh!
Fresh Fields
Series 3, Christmas Special - A Dickens Of A ChristmasWhen Emma and Peter re-arrange their Christmas plans, Hester and William are left with some empty seats to fill. What ensues could turn out to be the most fun the family's had in quite a while!
Harry Hill's Tea Time
Series 1, Episode 7 - Joey EssexReality star Joey Essex joins Harry in the kitchen to create a madcap menu consisting of savoury envelopes, a crispbread house and a sweetcorn Elmo.
Only Fools And Horses
The Final Specials, Christmas Special - If They Could See Us Now.....!The Trotters now live the high life but with the American Stock Market about to crash, how will they keep their money? Having lost all and having to live back in their Peckham flat Del decides to enter a new TV Game Show "The Goldrush" to try and win some money back.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 16 - The Snowman ComethIt's Christmas and DM and Penfold are tasked with protecting Santa from the villainous clutches of the festive season-destroying Snowman.
Strange Hill High
Series 2, Christmas Special - A Strange Hill ChristmasAs Mitchell attempts to escape school and bring his Christmas holidays to an early start, the entirety of the staff and students become locked inside.
Only Fools And Horses
The Final Specials, Christmas Special - Strangers On The ShoreWith the family fortune squandered, Del and Rodney set off for France to attend a memorial service in memory of Uncle Albert's old shipmates from the war. On the way back the Trotters pick up some rather unexpected cargo!
Scream Street
Series 1, Christmas Special - The GrumpusIt's Christmas on Scream Street, but nobody seems to enjoy it as much as Luke and his family... in fact they all seem terrified! Can Luke save the town from the Grumpus and restore a Merry Christmas?
Mr Stink
TV adaptation of the kids' book written by David Walliams. It's a story about a tramp... who stinks.
Spencer Jones's Christmas
Festive comedy about a Dad who has just a few minutes to buy his Christmas shopping.
Justin's House
Series 4, Christmas Special - Cat's First ChristmasJoin Justin, Robert the Robot and Little Monster in Justin's House as they aim to serve up the best Christmas ever for their adventurer neighbour, Cat.
My Parents Are Aliens
A selection of four episodes from the children's sitcom.
Diddy TV
Series 2, Christmas Special - It's ChristmasDiddy Dick and Dom have their very own TV station, and this is their Christmas special.
The Dog Ate My Homework
Christmas SpecialIain Stirling is joined by team captains Oscar and Sade, as well as special guests Hacker T Dog, Ashleigh and Pudsey, The One Show's Alex Riley and comedian Pippa Evans.
Carry On Cleo
The Carry On team take on ancient history and the big-budget film Cleopatra. Caesar's plan goes awry when Antony is captivated by Cleopatra.
Millie Inbetween
A selection of three Christmas specials from the children's comedy.
Kingdom
Series 3, Episode 6Lyle helps a smallholder take on a pharmaceutical giant, and Peter helps an aristocrat to keep things in the family when his brother starts selling off titles. Beatrice learns to fish, and Peter receives some rather shocking news.
Only Fools And Horses
The Final Specials, Christmas Special - Sleepless In PeckhamWith the bankruptcy court ordering the family home in Nelson Mandela house to be auctioned, the Trotters' financial nightmare is fast approaching meltdown.
Combined with Cassandra about to give birth at anytime, Marlene's mysterious disappearance and Trigger behaving even more bizarrely than usual, its little wonder that no one is sleeping soundly in Peckham.
Shaun The Sheep
Christmas Special - The Farmer's LlamasWhen the Farmer and Bitzer go to a Country Fair, Shaun steals away with them intent on causing mischief.
Dani's Castle
Series 3, Christmas Special - It's A Wonderful AfterlifeGabe and Esme our resident ghosts have seemingly departed but that doesn't stop Dylan trying to find a way to bring them back. Rich and Kait have decided to try being boyfriend and girlfriend for real.
Carry On Girls
The once-bustling seaside resort of Fircombe organises a beauty contest to try to increase visitors and revenue for the town.
The Good Life
Christmas Special - Silly, But It's Fun....When the Leadbetter Christmas is cancelled, Tom and Barbara save the day by inviting them over for a self-sufficient Christmas that cost only 15p.
Live At The Apollo
Series 11, Christmas Special - Noel At The ApolloIn the fabulously festive final episode, the incredible Nina Conti is the host, introducing the brilliant Tanyalee Davis, Royal Variety Show favourite Hal Cruttenden and star of The Last Leg and Mock The Week, Josh Widdicombe.
4 O'Clock Club
Series 3, Christmas SpecialSchool may have banned Christmas celebrations, but the kids have other ideas!
The Vicar Of Dibley
1996 Specials, Christmas Special - The Christmas Lunch IncidentIt's the Vicar's second Christmas in Dibley, and she has to make her sermon a good one "or you've lost them to Satan till next December". An arguably greater worry, however, is the three Christmas dinners Geraldine's agreed to eat. But she can pull it off - right?
Billionaire Boy
Joe is the son of a billionaire inventor: he has everything he could wish for, but all he really needs is a friend.
Carry On Camping
Sid James and Bernard Bresslaw play a pair of likely lads who try to take their prudish girlfriends to a nudist holiday camp.
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat
Episode 29 - StringWussywat learns how to play conkers - but then his string gets caught in a tree. He spots a trail of string and picks it up, only to be dragged through some mistletoe and holly when Oggy races off with the other end.
Terry Pratchett's Hogfather
Episode 1It is the night before Hogswatch - the Discworld version of Christmas - and the Hogfather, an anthropomorphic personification who gives presents to good children, has gone missing. It is up to Death to take his place in order to keep the children believing in him.
Horrible Histories
Christmas Special - Horrible ChristmasFarting jesters, Christmas cards full of bacon, and having the festive meal confiscated by Oliver Cromwell... welcome to Christmas, Horrible Histories style.
Only Fools And Horses
A repeat-run of the three 1996 Christmas specials.
Hobson's Choice
Screen adaptation of Harold Brighouse's classic Lancashire comedy.
Up North
Series 1, Episode 4 - Christmas Up NorthOlivia Jenkins leaves home after going Carol singing at the Smiths house and everyone telling her "you don't live here". Also in this episode Colin Wood is upset after attending his friend's funeral plus Rosie and Mick treat their children to some wonderful presents on Christmas Day.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 20 - Young BeanWhen did Mr Bean first meet his teddy bear? Did he really learn to drive his Mini at the age of ten? He takes us on a journey into the past.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 5 - Green BeanBean's electricity supply is cut off when Mrs Wicket sees her enormous electricity bill. As the snow falls outside, Bean has an idea - build a wind turbine in the back garden to provide his own power. All goes well until an unexpected storm sends the turbine into overdrive.
The Dog Ate My Homework
Christmas SpecialIain Stirling is joined by team captains Oscar and Sade, as well as special guests Hacker T Dog, Ashleigh and Pudsey, The One Show's Alex Riley and comedian Pippa Evans.
Carry On Up The Jungle
The Carry On gang are joined by Frankie Howerd as they set off on an exotic jungle expedition. They encounter an all-female tribe and a sex-crazed gorilla.
Terry Pratchett's Hogfather
Episode 2There is not much time for Death and Albert to save the Hogfather. As they continue giving out presents, Death pops in the offices of the Unseen University to see if the wizards might have an answer. Susan meanwhile makes her way to the Toothfairy's castle with the help of the newly created god of hangovers.
Gigglebiz
Gigglebiz Christmas SpecialJustin Fletcher is back to get the nation's under-sixes laughing their Christmas socks off in a special seasonal edition of the comedy sketch show.
The Morecambe & Wise Show
Series 9, Christmas Special - The Morecambe & Wise Christmas ShowSketch series starring comedy legends Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, plus a string of top-name celebrity guests.
Shaun The Sheep
Christmas Special - The Farmer's LlamasWhen the Farmer and Bitzer go to a Country Fair, Shaun steals away with them intent on causing mischief.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 24, Christmas Special - A Short Blast Of Fred AstaireWill hypnosis calm the nerves of those taking part in the Christmas concert?
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
A group of British retirees travel to India to take up residence in what they believe is a newly restored hotel.
Zig And Zag
Episode 13 - Bitter Then YouZig and Zag demonstrate how breaking a world record can be a bittersweet experience.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 27 - The Good, The Baaaaa And The UglyWhen Danger Mouse and Penfold are sent on a rescue mission to a mysterious island Danger Mouse's over-competitiveness borders on criminal.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 9, Episode 6 - Holy GroundAn unexpected letter prompts Sharon and Tracey to visit Ireland to hear a will being read and Dorien, who has just bought an Irish racehorse, decides to go too.
Desmond's
Series 5, Episode 6 - FairytalesGloria's 20th birthday arrives and she's never felt so low.
Carry On Cowboy
Saddle up for a fistful of double entendres in this western spoof from the Carry On team. Stodge City is terrorised by the villainous Johnny Finger.
Live At The Apollo
Series 7, Episode 7 - Jason Manford, Jimeoin, Tom StadeJason Manford hosts, with Jimeoin and Tom Stade.
Hank Zipzer
Christmas Special - Hank Zipzer's Christmas Catastrophe90 minute feature film Christmas special. No-one loves yuletide like Hank Zipzer and this year, with a new baby brother on the way, Hank means to have the Best. Christmas. Ever! But Hank's life never runs smoothly and soon Miss Adolf is turning Mr Rock's Rudolph the Rock'n'Roll Reindeer into a one-woman Christmas Carol.
Blackadder
1988 Specials, Christmas Special - Blackadder's Christmas CarolEbenezer Blackadder is the kindest man in England, until a visit from the Spirit of Christmas helps him to see the error of his ways.
Mr Bean's Holiday
The disaster-prone Englishman wins a holiday to Cannes, but on his travels he unwittingly separates a young boy from his film director father.
Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 4, Episode 6As the fact-busting panel show continues, host Lee Mack is joined by comedian Bob Mortimer, broadcaster Alex Brooker and presenter Claudia Winkleman.
John Bishop's Christmas Show
Christmas Special - John Bishop's Christmas Show 2015John Bishop returns for his third Christmas Special for BBC One, recorded at the Lyceum Theatre in London. This time, he welcomes the comedy talents of Sarah Millican, Danny Bhoy, Tom Allen and Andy Askins, plus music from Jess Glynne and international superstar Kylie Minogue.
Steptoe And Son
Series 6, Episode 8 - Cuckoo In The NestAlbert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.
Drop The Dead Donkey
Series 1, Episode 8 - The Root of All EvilSitcom set at GlobeLink News, a TV news station which is ordered to start taking a sensationalist stance to the news by its new owner.
Live At The Apollo
Series 11, Christmas Special - Noel At The ApolloIn the fabulously festive final episode, the incredible Nina Conti is the host, introducing the brilliant Tanyalee Davis, Royal Variety Show favourite Hal Cruttenden and star of The Last Leg and Mock The Week, Josh Widdicombe.
Dad's Army
Series 7, Episode 6 - Turkey DinnerDuring a drunken evening, Jones and his men accidentally shoot a turkey. Having failed to establish the bird's rightful owner, they decide the best thing to do is to offer the older residents of Walmington a turkey dinner.
My Parents Are Aliens
Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.
Drop The Dead Donkey
Series 1, Episode 10 - The Big DaySitcom set at GlobeLink News, a TV news station which is ordered to start taking a sensationalist stance to the news by its new owner.
Horrible Histories
Christmas Special - Horrible ChristmasFarting jesters, Christmas cards full of bacon, and having the festive meal confiscated by Oliver Cromwell... welcome to Christmas, Horrible Histories style.
My Parents Are Aliens
Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.
Steptoe And Son
Series 7, Episode 1 - Men Of LettersAlbert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.
Legends Of British Comedy
Episode 3 - And It's Goodnight From Him - The Very Best Of Ronnie BarkerEngaging tribute to the much-missed comedy actor and writer. Featuring a frank interview with the man himself and eulogies from the leading lights in British comedy.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 10 (Channel 4: Series 11), Christmas SpecialJimmy Carr hosts this festive show with Sean Lock and Kathy Burke who take on Jon Richardson and Russell Howard. Joe Lycett joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, with Rachel Riley and Joe Wilkinson.
Steptoe And Son Ride Again
The rag-and-bone business is in trouble and Harold is convinced that Albert must die so that he can collect the old man's life insurance.
Lee Evans: Monsters
A TV broadcast of Lee Evans' final stand-up tour, recorded in 2014.
Would I Lie To You?
A selection of episodes from the seventh series of the lie-based panel game.
Bridget Jones: The Edge Of Reason
Comedy sequel with more embarrassments and romantic messes for the diary-keeping heroine. Hapless Bridget gets cold feet about her relationship.
The Inbetweeners 2
Comedy sequel to smash-hit 2011 film The Inbetweeners Movie. Will, Simon, Jay and Neil head off on an Australian road trip.
Father Ted
Series 2, Christmas Special - A Christmassy TedWhen Ted's quick thinking saves a group of Priests - and the Catholic church - from a major embarrassment (involving lingerie) at Christmas, he is given the prestigious Golden Cleric award. But on Craggy Island, nothing is as simple as it seems... Apart from Dougal.
Blackadder
1988 Specials, Christmas Special - Blackadder's Christmas CarolEbenezer Blackadder is the kindest man in England, until a visit from the Spirit of Christmas helps him to see the error of his ways.
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 6, Episode 8 - Rising To The OccasionWith the Colonel, Flick and Von Smallhousen held by the Communist Resistance, Gruber calls in Von Flockenstuffen to have General Von Klinkerhoffen sectioned. Back in the town, Michelle's plan to have the airmen escape by balloon goes awry when helium cannisters deploy too early...
The Beauty Jungle
Comedy drama following a young woman who falls into the world of beauty contests.
Steptoe And Son
Series 7, Episode 2 - A Star Is BornAlbert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 14, Christmas SpecialWith lots of Christmas-themed questions and a sprinkling of tinsel, 8 Out Of 10 Cats celebrates the season of goodwill in true festive style. Guests up for yuletide fun include Sarah Millican, Stephen Mangan and Joe Wilkinson.
Michael McIntyre's Showtime
TV broadcast of Michael McIntyre's number one best-selling 2012 stand-up DVD.
Stella
2016 Christmas SpecialEnjoy a festive fix of the heartwarming comedy-drama starring Ruth Jones. But is it going to be a merry Christmas in Pontyberry for Stella and the gang?
The Good Old Days
Traditional music-hall entertainment, with songs, sketches and stand-up comedy from the Leeds City Varieties.
The Royle Family
Christmas Special - The New SofaInspired by Nigella, Denise tries to cook Christmas dinner for the family. To Jim's dismay, Dave's Mum and Dad are invited.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Christmas 2016, Christmas Special - Mammy's ForestAgnes Brown has had enough hassle with Christmas trees to last a lifetime, so this year she refuses to have one.
QI
Series M, Episode 9 - Messing With Your MindWith Tommy Tiernan, Sarah Millican and Josh Widdicombe.
Alan Carr: Chatty Man
2016 Specials, Christmas Special - Alan Carr's Christmas Chatty ManAlan Carr's guests on the sofa for some Christmas cheer are the judges from the new BBC talent show Let It Shine: Gary Barlow, Dannii Minogue and Martin Kemp. Olympic diver Tom Daley chats about his new book Tom's Daily Plan, and Gogglebox stars Chris Steed and Stephen Webb drop in along with more celebrity guests. Music is in full Christmas swing with live performances from Emeli Sandé, who performs her hit single Hurts, while Robbie Williams performs a stripped back version of his single I Love My Life.
Steptoe And Son
Series 7, Episode 3 - Oh, What A Beautiful MourningAlbert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.
Jimmy Carr: Being Funny
A live performance of Jimmy Carr's 2011 stand-up show from Birmingham Symphony Hall.
Tracey Ullman's Show
Series 1, Highlights SpecialChameleon-like Tracey Ullman brings her hilarious take on celebrities and everyday characters, with sketches and music numbers, and a guest appearance from Rupert Grint.
Have I Got News For You
Series 50, Episode 1The satirical news quiz returns for a landmark 50th series. Regular team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by a guest host Jeremy Clarkson and panellists Richard Osman and Camilla Long.
Love Actually
Romantic comedy by Richard Curtis, charting a multitude of relationships across a Christmas period.
The Inbetweeners
A selection of episodes from the third series of the E4 sitcom.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 9, Episode 6 - Holy GroundAn unexpected letter prompts Sharon and Tracey to visit Ireland to hear a will being read and Dorien, who has just bought an Irish racehorse, decides to go too.
Bottom
Series 2, Episode 5 - HolyAfter Richie's chopped off his own finger and incinerated the Christmas dinner, a baby is left at the front door. Richie's convinced it's the Second Coming.
Drunk History
Series 1, Episode 4Ben Ashenden regales us with the story of Guy Fawkes and the gunpowder plot and Joe Lycett tells us all about the Krays.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 10, Christmas SpecialWith Sara Pascoe, Richard Osman, Chris Kamara and Tom Courtenay.
Drunk History
Series 1, Episode 5Russell Kane talks King Charles II, Alex Horne on the 1966 World Cup trophy theft, and Diane Morgan chats Lady Godiva.
Peep Show
Series 7, Episode 5 - Seasonal BeatingsIt's Christmas Day and Mark has invited his parents over for lunch. He has planned everything in detail, but Jeremy has become over excited, and Dobby and Super Hans are unexpected guests.
Have I Got News For You
Long-running topical panel game with a strong political slant, featuring team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton.
Father Ted
A selection of episodes from the first and second series of Channel 4's most popular sitcom.
A League Of Their Own
Series 8, Christmas Special - Christmas PartyJames Corden is treating the A League Of Their Own boys to an extra-special Yuletide treat: a good ol' fashioned knees-up in the countryside.
House Of Fools
Christmas Special - The Bobble Hat AffairIt's Christmas. Vic and Beef can't wait to get the party started.
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish
Series 4, Episode 1 - It Was An Accident And I Was HospitalisedDave addresses so-called guilty pleasures and how some fans of things can take all of the fun out of liking something.
Citizen Khan
Series 5, Christmas Special - A Khanderful LifeAn encounter with a mysterious heavenly passer-by shows Mr Khan how things might have been different and convinces him that, despite all its frustrations, his is a "Khanderful Life" after all.
A League Of Their Own
US Road Trip, Out-takes - UnseenTune in for outtakes, pranks and bloopers in this special episode of unseen footage from the lads' US adventure.
A Hard Day's Night
Anarchic and offbeat 1960s story of 36 hours in the lives of The Beatles as they travel to a TV show.
The League Of Gentlemen
Christmas SpecialVicar Bernice has an unforgettable Christmas Eve when she is forced to listen to three spooky Christmas tales told by her parishioners.
Harry Hill's Tea Time
Series 1, Episode 4 - Martin KempHarry Hill welcomes Spandau Ballet star Martin Kemp to his kitchen and challenges him to make a lasagne with a unique twist. Trevor Modo and Egg Wallace assist.
Black Books
A selection of episodes from the third series of the bookshop sitcom.
Drunk History
A selection of episodes from the first series of the inebriated comedy.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 7, Christmas Special - Would I Lie To You? At ChristmasSpecial Christmas edition of the popular parlour game of truth, lies and surprises. David Mitchell is joined by Miranda Hart and Stephen Mangan while Lee Mack is joined by Barry Cryer and Miles Jupp.
A League Of Their Own
Series 11, Episode 6James Corden, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp are joined by Alex Scott, Kevin Bridges and Rudd Gullit.
A Fine Romance
Gentle sitcom about the begrudging and at times difficult romance between two individuals; a translator and a gardener.
Virtually Famous
Series 4, Christmas SpecialTattoo Fixers' Jay Hutton and Paisley Billings plus Made In Chelsea's Jamie Laing and Irish comedian Jason Byrne join the teams to take a trip through the best viral content of the week, and have seasonal glance at the funniest Christmas themed content on the internet.
Lesbian Vampire Killers
Comedy horror about two best friends who must become lesbian vampire killers in order to survive an ancient curse.
Last Tango In Halifax
Series 1, Episode 6Gillian and Robbie grow closer while Alan calls the wedding off, in an emotional conclusion to the series. But can Celia rise to the occasion, face her demons and get Alan back?
Very British Problems
Christmas Special - Very British Problems At ChristmasNarrated by Julie Walters and featuring archive footage from the 1940s to the present day, this programme tackles the complexities of British life at Christmas.
Smack The Pony
A selection of three episodes of the all-woman sketch show.
The Inbetweeners
Series 3, Episode 3 - Will's DilemmaSimon and his new girlfriend Tara go on a double date with Will and her friend Kerry.
Borderline
Series 1, Episode 3 - The CopThe regular flight schedule into Northend Airport is suspended, and a special guest is in the building, in the form of Detective Terry Bradshaw from the London Met.
Live At The Electric
Series 3, Episode 6Russell Kane is your host for another visit to TV's freshest theatre of comedy. He explains why the British like to be unhappy; Totally Tom try their hand at tour guiding; and Linda the Make-Up Girl inflicts some unconventional beauty techniques upon Marcel Lucont.
Can You Keep It Up For A Week?
Infamous 1974 sex comedy, starring Jeremy Bulloch as walking disaster-area Gil.
Borderline
Series 1, Episode 4 - Goodbye CharlesToday is Clive's birthday and he is expecting a big surprise party. He is doomed to disappointment.
The Almost Impossible Gameshow
Series 1, Episode 1The first episode of the game show in which 50 members of the public compete - with almost no chance of winning at all. Tonight's challenges include Tiny Bike, Dizzy Hurdle and Groin Croissant.
Doctor At Large
Episode 28 - Bewigged, Bothered And BewilderedHaving been newly appointed to the post of Junior Registrar, Upton blots his copybook during an evening in casualty by giving an injection to a patient that causes an allergic reaction...