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Sunday 15th December
BBC ONE S West (1)
- 12:20am The Heist: Three security guards hatch a plan to steal a painting from the museum where they work. Contains scenes of moderate violence. Also in HD. (1 hour 25 minutes)
- 12:15pm Bargain Hunt: Christina Trevanion presents the antiques challenge from Dorking, with experts Caroline Hawley and David Harper. Tony and his daughter Caroline take on sisters Lark and Honor. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 2:10pm Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted: Animation. The wacky zoo stowaways are still trying to get home to New York. Their adventure takes them to Monte Carlo where they find the perfect cover: a travelling circus. Also in HD. (1 hour 25 minutes)
- 4:35pm Seven Worlds, One Planet: 7, 7. Africa - home to the greatest wildlife gatherings on earth. But even in this land of plenty, wildlife faces huge challenges. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm His Dark Materials: 7, 8. Separated from her friends, Lyra must use all of her methods of deception to thwart a formidable foe. Meanwhile, Mrs Coulter plots her next move. Also in HD. (1 hour)
BBC TWO (2)
- 1:25am The Name of the Rose: 8, 8. Adso asks for William's help in saving the Occitan girl from being burned as a witch. Contains some violence and some upsetting scenes. Also in HD. (55 minutes)
- 8:00am Around The World In 80 Gardens: 8, 10. Monty Don visits the world's 80 most inspiring gardens. At Cape Town's famous Kirstenbosch Botanic Gardens he sees the king protea, South Africa's national plant. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 11:30am Rick Stein's Secret France: 6, 6. Rick Stein's journey takes him to Languedoc before finally crossing over to Provence. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 2:30pm Masterchef: The Professionals: 18, 21. It is the last semi-final and the second group of chefs is in close competition for a place in the finals. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 3:30pm The Hairy Bikers Home for...: ...Christmas. 6, 11. The Hairy Bikers create mouthwatering festive dishes and get into the spirit of the season with special guest Jon Culshaw. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 4:15pm Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger!: Comedy. A worried new teacher has to juggle a pregnant wife and a class of children on a road trip to the national Song for Christmas competition. Also in HD. (1 hour 45 minutes)
- 6:00pm Inside the Christmas Factory: In this Christmas special, Gregg Wallace, Cherry Healey and Ruth Goodman explore the fascinating factory processes and surprising history behind our favourite festive treats. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Dragons' Den: There is a festive mood as an American inventor is hopeful that his Christmas tree stand will become an essential decorating accessory with a little help from a Dragon. Also in HD. (1 hour)
ITV (3)
- 6:00am Dino Dana: Snakes and Dinosaurs: While Dana's mum deals with a petrified snake-sitter at the vet clinic where she works, Dana meets the biggest snake of all time, a titanoboa S1 Ep5 (10 minutes)
- 6:35am Thunderbirds Are Go: Night and Day: Animated reboot. The Gray and Houseman mining operation calls on International Rescue to rescue a malfunctioning vehicle stranded on the planet Mercury. S3 Ep4 (25 minutes)
- 7:05am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Litterbugs: Bean is furious with the untidy state of the streets so he goes on a one-man mission to clean up the town. S2 Ep7 (15 minutes)
- 7:20am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Cash Machine: Mr Bean tries to retrieve his credit card from a cash dispenser and inadvertently ends up trapped in a bank vault. S2 Ep6 (10 minutes)
- 8:55am Spy School: Operation Gold-zilla: Spy-themed game show. Two friends work together to foil the plans of evil mastermind Goldfist, who plans to create a super-sized pet monster. S1 Ep1 (30 minutes)
- 12:40pm Midsomer Murders: Dead Letters: Midsomer Barton is celebrating Oak Apple Week when a mother is found drowned. It looks like suicide and that she was driven to it by grief over her dead daughter. S9 Ep2 (2 hours)
- 2:40pm The Mummy: Rousing action adventure starring Brendan Fraser, 1999. An American adventurer unwittingly discovers the tomb of an ancient evil in Egypt, setting off a terrifying chain of events. (2 hours 10 minutes)
- 6:10pm Elf: Classic Christmas movie starring Will Ferrell and Zooey Deschanel, 2003. The magical story of Buddy, who was transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised by Santa's elves. (1 hour 50 minutes)
- 10:15pm Rogue One: A Star Wars Story: Sci-fi blockbuster starring Felicity Jones, 2016. After being recruited by the Rebel Alliance, former criminal Jyn Erso is tasked with stealing the plans for the Death Star. (2 hours 15 minutes)
Channel 4 (4)
- 3:20am Hollyoaks Omnibus: Romeo inspires the residents of Hollyoaks to start speaking French. Yasmine is hurt after confronting Edward about Finn, while Mercedes is plagued by a mystery tormentor. (2 hours 5 minutes)
- 6:50am The King of Queens: Offtrack... Bedding: Doug goes looking for his father at a model train convention and notices his mother with a very seductive Arthur Spooner. (25 minutes)
- 7:15am The King of Queens: Silent Mite: Doug loses his wallet during a Christmas shopping expedition and enlists Arthur's help to find it. (25 minutes)
- 7:40am Everybody Loves Raymond: Robert Moves Back: Robert and Amy move into Ray's basement in an attempt to get some privacy, but haven't accounted for Marie... (20 minutes)
- 8:00am Everybody Loves Raymond: How They Met: Ray and Debra reminisce about how they first met 15 years earlier, including the first time Ray sampled Debra's cooking. (30 minutes)
- 8:30am Frasier: Bully for Martin: Frasier offers his unsolicited help when Martin's boss starts acting like a bully, and Roz talks incessantly about her new love Roger. (30 minutes)
- 9:00am Frasier: Mother Load (Part 1, 2): Just as Niles and Daphne agree to move in together, they are visited by her disruptive, conniving mother and lecherous, leeching brother. (30 minutes)
- 12:30pm The Simpsons: A Star Is Burns: Springfield launches a film festival, and Barney's haunting movie meditation on his alcoholism, 'Pukahontas', is on course to win. (30 minutes)
- 4:40pm The Spiderwick Chronicles: (2008) Fantasy adventure. Children find a secret book at their great-great-uncle's creepy home that reveals a thrilling, scary world of goblins, ogres and trolls. With Freddie Highmore. (1 hour 50 minutes)
- 7:00pm New: Scotland's Scenic Railways: Through vast mountains and across open moorlands, a breathtaking look at Scotland's network - voted the world's most beautiful railway - including the spectacular viaduct from Harry Potter. (1 hour)
- 8:00pm New: Jamie's Easy Christmas...: ...Countdown: Jamie Oliver offers a stress-free guide to festive feasting with his foolproof masterplan for turkey, stuffing and roast spuds, veggie sides and, of course, fantastic gravy. (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Gogglebox: What do the armchair critics make of The Crown; I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!; Not the Robbie Williams Christmas Show; Made in Chelsea: Buenos Aires; and The Apprentice? (S14 Ep14) (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Travel Man: 48 Hours in Dubrovnik: Richard Ayoade does Dubrovnik with comedian Stephen Merchant, including a Game of Thrones tour, a buggy safari, and a ferry to the cursed island of Lokrum. (S9 Ep1, 4) (30 minutes)
Channel 5 (5)
- 12:10am New: Fights, Camera, Action: Clip show presented by George Lamb. Cyclists causing chaos, motorbikes weaving about it traffic, and cars acting like they rule every inch of the road. (S2 Ep 7) (55 minutes)
- 3:10am NCIS: New Orleans: Drama series. A navy psychologist is found murdered near a patient's second line funeral procession, a traditional New Orleans musical street parade for the dead. (S2 Ep 20) (50 minutes)
- 4:00am NCIS: New Orleans: Drama series. An old friend asks Pride to keep his investigation under wraps after a navy lieutenant dies during a clandestine visit to a general's hotel room. (S2 Ep 21) (45 minutes)
- 4:45am NCIS: New Orleans: Crime drama series. A navy culinary specialist on shore leave is the target of an explosion while she is visiting her family's historic restaurant in the French Quarter. (S2 Ep 22) (50 minutes)
ITV2 (6)
- 12:05am American Dad!: The Unincludeds: Animated series. Steve and Snot are humiliated at a cool kids party, and decide to throw a party of their own and only invite other unpopular kids. S12 Ep6 (30 minutes)
- 12:35am American Dad!: The Life Aquatic with Steve Smith: Animated comedy series. Steve joins a water polo team, while Stan and Roger purchase a boat, but neither experience works out as planned. S12 Ep2 (25 minutes)
- 1:00am The Cleveland Show: The Brown Knight: Animated spin-off from Family Guy. Cleveland is wounded when he and Donna are mugged at a cash machine. Roberta thinks she is dying of a mystery illness. S1 Ep16 (30 minutes)
- 1:30am The Cleveland Show: Brotherly Love: Animated spin-off from Family Guy. Cleveland Jr tries to win the heart of a girl he likes by beating her boyfriend in a rap contest. S1 Ep18 (25 minutes)
- 1:55am Through the Keyhole: Guessing 'who habitates in a house like this' are comedian Jimmy Carr, presenter Carol Vorderman and sporting legend Kriss Akabusi. S6 Ep7 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 6:25am Emmerdale Omnibus: Graham is suspicious of Kim. Aaron steps up his campaign. Billy and Al square up to each other. (2 hours 30 minutes)
- 8:55am Coronation Street Omnibus: Geoff and Yasmeen's announcement sets alarm bells ringing for Tim. Maria confronts Gary about his source of income. Evidence begins to pile up against Robert. (3 hours 5 minutes)
- 1:30pm Jack Frost: Family film starring Michael Keaton, 1998. Musician Jack Frost neglects his family until his freak death. Only Christmas can reunite Jack with the people he left behind... (1 hour)
- 2:35pm Jack Frost: Family film starring Michael Keaton, 1998. Musician Jack Frost neglects his family until his freak death. Only Christmas can reunite Jack with the people he left behind... (1 hour)
- 3:35pm The Santa Clause 2: Santa has two problems. First, his son is on the naughty list, and second, as per the rules, he must be married. With time running out, he must find a partner quickly. (1 hour)
- 4:40pm The Santa Clause 2: Santa has two problems. First, his son is on the naughty list, and second, as per the rules, he must be married. With time running out, he must find a partner quickly. (1 hour)
- 5:40pm Liar Liar: Comedy starring Jim Carrey and Maura Tierney, 1997. When a lawyer's son wishes for him to tell nothing but the truth for 24 hours, the wish comes true and the truth sets him free. (1 hour)
- 6:45pm Liar Liar: Comedy starring Jim Carrey and Maura Tierney, 1997. When a lawyer's son wishes for him to tell nothing but the truth for 24 hours, the wish comes true and the truth sets him free. (40 minutes)
- 7:25pm The Nightmare Before Christmas: Jack Skellington from Halloween Town finds Christmas Town and is instantly enchanted. The situation becomes riveting when his obsession with Christmas leads him to abduct Santa. (1 hour)
- 8:30pm The Nightmare Before Christmas: Jack Skellington from Halloween Town finds Christmas Town and is instantly enchanted. The situation becomes riveting when his obsession with Christmas leads him to abduct Santa. (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm Family Guy: Christmas Guy: US animated series. Peter teaches his Scrooge-like father-in-law a thing or two about the holiday spirit, while Stewie discovers the meaning of confession. (30 minutes)
- 9:30pm Family Guy: The 2,000-Year-Old-Virgin: Animated comedy. Peter and the guys set out to throw Jesus the best birthday party ever to help him lose his virginity. S13 Ep7 (30 minutes)
- 11:00pm Family Guy: Shanksgiving: Peter searches for a way to avoid Lois's special family Thanksgiving dinner and resorts to getting arrested. Plus, a big secret of Stewie's is revealed. S18 Ep8 (30 minutes)
- 11:30pm American Dad!: Oretron Trail: Roger starts to worry about what life will be like if he outlives the Smiths. Plus, Klaus decides to open a convenience store in the family's attic. S14 Ep12 (25 minutes)
- 11:55pm American Dad!: Mean Francine: Francine becomes the new school guidance counsellor and soon falls in with a group of tough girls. Meanwhile, Jeff loses his beloved hat. S14 Ep13 (30 minutes)
BBC FOUR (9)
- 1:05am Peaky Blinders: 1, 6. When a crate of guns disappears, Thomas sees an opportunity to move up in the world. Contains strong language and some violent scenes. Also in HD. (55 minutes)
- 2:00am Peaky Blinders: 2, 6. Inspector Campbell carries out a vicious raid in search of the stolen guns. Contains strong language and some violent scenes. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 3:00am Peaky Blinders: 3, 6. Thomas Shelby plans to go to Cheltenham races to get closer to Billy Kimber. Contains some strong language and some violent scenes. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Ireland with Simon Reeve: 2, 2. Simon Reeve travels around Ireland. Starting at the spectacular Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland, Simon travels down the east coast, ending in the Wicklow Mountains. Also in HD. (1 hour)
ITV3 (10)
- 1:05am The Loch: Despite being threatened with arrest by Quigley, Albrighton continues to obsess over evidence. About to leave, he hears something that makes things click into place. S1 Ep6 (50 minutes)
- 7:25am Heartbeat: Off the Rails: Ashfordly station is targeted by crooks stealing freight wagons with a rogue locomotive. Peggy prepares to rake in the profits as she fixes the local bowls tournament. S14 Ep20 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 8:30am Heartbeat: Rustlers and Hustlers: Two small girls provide crucial information when they stumble across a scam whilst playing on the moors. Peggy's poker-playing forces Blaketon to take action. S14 Ep21 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 9:35am Agatha Christie's Marple: Murder Is Easy: After several people in the village of Wychwood-under-Ashe die unexpectedly, Miss Marple joins forces with handsome ex-policeman Luke Fitzwilliam to investigate. S4 Ep2 (2 hours)
- 11:35am Agatha Christie's Marple: Why Didn't They Ask Evans?: Miss Marple must reveal the devastating truth behind a series of murders in order to solve the riddle of a dying man's enigmatic last words. S4 Ep4 (2 hours)
- 5:00pm Lewis: The Soul of Genius: When a botanist accidentally digs up the body of the recently buried Murray Hawes, Lewis and Hathaway are sent upon a seemingly impossible quest. S6 Ep1 (2 hours)
- 7:00pm Midsomer Murders: The Flying Club: When a body drops out of a plane and is discovered in a reservoir, Barnaby and Nelson find the world of stunt pilots and aviation heroes hides many dark secrets. S16 Ep4 (2 hours)
- 9:00pm Agatha Christie's Poirot: Murder on the Orient Express: On the Orient Express from Istanbul, a ruthless American businessman is found dead. Poirot investigates - and makes a life-changing decision. S12 Ep3 (2 hours)
- 11:00pm Chocolat: Romantic comedy starring Juliette Binoche and Johnny Depp, 2000. A woman and her daughter open a chocolate shop in a French village and disturb the rigid morality of its community. (2 hours 20 minutes)
Pick (11)
- 1:00am Brit Cops: Law & Disorder: Documentary series charting the exploits of the City of London police, charged with safeguarding the Square Mile at the heart of the crime-ridden capital. (S4, ep 9) (1 hour)
- 2:00am Brit Cops: Law & Disorder: Documentary series charting the exploits of the City of London police, charged with safeguarding the Square Mile at the heart of the crime-ridden capital. (S4, ep 10) (1 hour)
- 3:00am Brit Cops: Law & Disorder: Documentary series charting the exploits of the City of London police, charged with safeguarding the Square Mile at the heart of the crime-ridden capital. (S4, ep 1) (1 hour)
- 3:00pm Monkey Life: The vets are called over concerns for the health of young chimp, Bart. The woolly monkey move continues with eleven of the primates swapping homes in one day. (S11, ep 3) (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Monkey Life: Alison responds to a request from the police to rescue a neglected marmoset. The siamang gibbons have a training session and it's pumpkins in the mist for the chimps. (S11, ep 4) (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm Monkey Life: Orangutan Oshine is under the weather and gets a little TLC from Jeremy. It's a vet visit for loris Bruce, after the team find a lump on the side of his face. (S11, ep 5) (30 minutes)
- 4:30pm Monkey Life: An attempted coup at Malagasy leaves lemur Indiana feeling frozen out. New marmoset Amy needs a family, but will the whole household accept her? (S11, ep 6) (30 minutes)
- 5:00pm Monkey Life: Alison is in the Lebanon to rescue two rare, endangered, guenon monkeys who were illegally smuggled from the wild. Back at the park, the chimps enjoy a wobbly treat. (S11, ep 7) (30 minutes)
- 5:30pm Monkey Life: Guenon monkeys, Benny and Nia finally arrive at Monkey World and get to see their new home. A vet is called in to get to the bottom of chimp Freddy's uncomfortable problem. (S11, ep 8) (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm Monkey Life: Rescued marmoset Amy has her day in court while elderly golden-cheeked gibbon Alex causes concern. For the squirrel monkeys, the chase is on for a sweet treat. (S11, ep 9) (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm Monkey Life: It's dentist day for ring-tailed lemur Houdini and stump-tailed macaque Maureen. Benny and Nia meet The Odd Couple and the primate care staff name Xingu's baby. (S11, ep 10) (30 minutes)
E4 (13)
- 12:25am First Dates: Will self-confessed nerd Mark sweet talk archaeologist Sophie with tales of battle grounds and pyramids? Can entrepreneur Russell handle stand-up comedian Kelly's banter? (S8 Ep10) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 3:20am The Big Bang Theory: The Celebration Experimentation: The gang persuade Sheldon to celebrate his birthday and invite a few special guests along to his party in the 200th episode. (S9 Ep17, 24) (25 minutes)
- 3:45am The Big Bang Theory: The Application Deterioration: Leonard, Sheldon and Howard run into problems when they file for a patent. Emily reaches out to Raj after their break-up. (S9 Ep18, 24) (25 minutes)
- 4:10am The Big Bang Theory: The Solder Excursion Diversion: Sheldon makes a surprise revelation when Amy buys him a new laptop. Leonard and Howard lie to their wives to avoid an errand. (S9 Ep19, 24) (25 minutes)
- 4:35am The Goldbergs: The Lost Boy: Murray takes Adam to a Phillies baseball game and lets him leave his seat on his own for the first time, but Adam gets lost in the stadium. (S2 Ep16, 24) (25 minutes)
- 5:00am The Goldbergs: The Adam Bomb: Erica's inspired to put college on hold to pursue a singing career. Adam and Barry get into an epic prank war started by an April Fools' Day joke. (S2 Ep17, 24) (25 minutes)
- 5:25am The Goldbergs: I Drank the Mold: Adam has a birthday sleepover, during which his friend Garry shares out some of his father's home brewed beer and makes everyone sick. (S2 Ep18, 24) (35 minutes)
- 6:00am Hollyoaks Omnibus: Romeo inspires the residents of Hollyoaks to start speaking French. Yasmine is hurt after confronting Edward about Finn, while Mercedes is plagued by a mystery tormentor. (2 hours 25 minutes)
- 10:05am Young Sheldon: Brand new series - A Party Invitation, Football Grapes and an Earth Chicken: Mary gets Pastor Jeff involved when Sheldon isn't invited to Billy's party. George and Dr Sturgis bond. (S3 Ep9) (30 minutes)
- 10:35am The Big Bang Theory: The Big Bear Precipitation: Sheldon shares a secret about Leonard when the two of them go on a weekend trip to a cabin in the country with Amy and Penny. (S9 Ep20, 24) (30 minutes)
- 11:05am The Big Bang Theory: The Viewing Party Combustion: During a get-together to watch TV at the flat, a minor argument between Sheldon and Leonard escalates into a heated debate. (S9 Ep21, 24) (30 minutes)
- 11:35am Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Cop-Con: The squad visit the annual Cop-Con event, usually an excuse for a party, but Captain Holt spoils the fun by asking them to be on their best behaviour. (S4 Ep17, 22) (30 minutes)
- 12:05pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Chasing Amy: Santiago vanishes hours before she is due to take her sergeant's exam. Peralta and Diaz try to locate her and bring her back before it's too late. (S4 Ep18, 22) (30 minutes)
- 12:35pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Your Honor: Captain Holt's mother seeks help from the precinct. Jeffords, Diaz and Boyle redecorate the breakroom. Santiago teaches Gina how to change a tyre. (S4 Ep19, 22) (30 minutes)
- 1:05pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: The Slaughterhouse: Peralta and Diaz try to earn the respect of their idol, Lt Melanie Hawkins, after accidentally disrupting one of her undercover cases. (S4 Ep20, 22) (30 minutes)
- 1:35pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: The Bank Job: Peralta and Diaz learn there's more to Lt Melanie Hawkins' team than meets the eye as they continue their search for the gang of bank robbers. (S4 Ep21, 22) (30 minutes)
- 2:05pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Crime & Punishment: When Peralta and Diaz are framed for a crime they didn't commit, it's up to the other members of the Nine-Nine to save them from jail. (S4 Ep22, 22) (30 minutes)
- 2:35pm The Big Bang Theory: Beam Me Up...: ...Sheldon: The Hot Troll Deviation: An embarrassing secret of Howard's comes to light as he tries to win back his ex-girlfriend with some help from Star Trek's George Takei. (S4 Ep4, 24) (30 minutes)
- 3:05pm The Big Bang Theory: Beam Me Up...: ...Sheldon: The Russian Rocket Reaction: Sheldon's old nemesis, Star Trek actor Wil Wheaton, invites everyone to a party. Sheldon threatens to 'de-friend' Leonard if he attends. (S5 Ep5, 24) (30 minutes)
- 3:35pm The Big Bang Theory: Beam Me Up...: ...Sheldon: The Transporter Malfunction: Penny buys Leonard and Sheldon some Star Trek memorabilia, but she's annoyed when they refuse to remove the toys from their packaging. (S5 Ep20, 24) (30 minutes)
- 4:05pm The Big Bang Theory: Beam Me Up...: ...Sheldon: The Habitation Configuration: Amy is upset when Sheldon fails to defend her in an argument with Star Trek actor Wil Wheaton during the filming of Fun with Flags. (S6 Ep7, 24) (25 minutes)
- 4:30pm The Big Bang Theory: Beam Me Up...: ...Sheldon: The Spock Resonance: While being interviewed for a documentary about Star Trek character Mr Spock, Sheldon just can't suppress his emotions about his split from Amy. (S9 Ep7, 24) (30 minutes)
- 5:00pm The Big Bang Theory: Beam Me Up...: ...Sheldon: The Confirmation Polarization: Sheldon and Amy's super-asymmetry theory is proved correct. The guys avoid spoilers while discussing their favourite sci-fi series. (S12 Ep13, 24) (30 minutes)
- 5:30pm Star Trek: (2009) JJ Abrams' sci-fi adventure prequel, starring Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto, explores Kirk and Spock's early years, in which they are hunted by a vengeful time traveller. (2 hours 30 minutes)
- 8:00pm New: Star Trek: Discovery: Brand new series - The Vulcan Hello: US sci-fi drama. First Officer Michael Burnham is tested when USS Shenzhou finds an object of unknown origin while patrolling Federation space. (Ep1, 15) (1 hour)
- 11:05pm Naked Attraction: Zoe is into the 'natural look', but is struggling to meet someone who shares her enthusiasm, and Derry is worried that his jet-set lifestyle is ruining his chances of finding love. (S4 Ep2) (1 hour 5 minutes)
Film4 (14)
- 11:00am Rio 2: (2014) Animated family adventure. Hearing that other rare Spix's macaws have been found living deep in the Amazon, Blu, Jewel and their kids embark on an eventful journey to join them. (2 hours)
- 6:05pm Bridge of Spies: (2015) Tom Hanks stars in Steven Spielberg's Cold War drama. After gaining notoriety for defending a Soviet spy, a US lawyer then tries to free a CIA pilot held by the Soviets. Violence. (2 hours 50 minutes)
- 9:00pm A Good Day to Die Hard: (2013) Part five of the action-thriller series. When cop John McClane, Bruce Willis, flies to Moscow to help his estranged son he finds danger at every turn. Violence, strong language. (1 hour 55 minutes)
Channel 4+1 (15)
- 12:50am The Hunger Games: Mockingjay...: ...Part 1: (2014) Jennifer Lawrence stars in the penultimate part of the dark action fantasy. Anti-Capitol rebels want Katniss to be their mascot, but she initially refuses. Violence. (2 hours 10 minutes)
- 4:20am Hollyoaks Omnibus: Romeo inspires the residents of Hollyoaks to start speaking French. Yasmine is hurt after confronting Edward about Finn, while Mercedes is plagued by a mystery tormentor. (2 hours 5 minutes)
- 7:50am The King of Queens: Offtrack... Bedding: Doug goes looking for his father at a model train convention and notices his mother with a very seductive Arthur Spooner. (25 minutes)
- 8:15am The King of Queens: Silent Mite: Doug loses his wallet during a Christmas shopping expedition and enlists Arthur's help to find it. (25 minutes)
- 8:40am Everybody Loves Raymond: Robert Moves Back: Robert and Amy move into Ray's basement in an attempt to get some privacy, but haven't accounted for Marie... (20 minutes)
- 9:00am Everybody Loves Raymond: How They Met: Ray and Debra reminisce about how they first met 15 years earlier, including the first time Ray sampled Debra's cooking. (30 minutes)
- 9:30am Frasier: Bully for Martin: Frasier offers his unsolicited help when Martin's boss starts acting like a bully, and Roz talks incessantly about her new love Roger. (30 minutes)
- 10:00am Frasier: Mother Load (Part 1, 2): Just as Niles and Daphne agree to move in together, they are visited by her disruptive, conniving mother and lecherous, leeching brother. (30 minutes)
- 1:30pm The Simpsons: A Star Is Burns: Springfield launches a film festival, and Barney's haunting movie meditation on his alcoholism, 'Pukahontas', is on course to win. (30 minutes)
- 5:40pm The Spiderwick Chronicles: (2008) Fantasy adventure. Children find a secret book at their great-great-uncle's creepy home that reveals a thrilling, scary world of goblins, ogres and trolls. With Freddie Highmore. (1 hour 50 minutes)
- 8:00pm New: Scotland's Scenic Railways: Through vast mountains and across open moorlands, a breathtaking look at Scotland's network - voted the world's most beautiful railway - including the spectacular viaduct from Harry Potter. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: Jamie's Easy Christmas...: ...Countdown: Jamie Oliver offers a stress-free guide to festive feasting with his foolproof masterplan for turkey, stuffing and roast spuds, veggie sides and, of course, fantastic gravy. (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Gogglebox: What do the armchair critics make of The Crown; I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!; Not the Robbie Williams Christmas Show; Made in Chelsea: Buenos Aires; and The Apprentice? (S14 Ep14) (1 hour)
More 4 (18)
- 2:15am Kirstie's Handmade Christmas: Kirstie Allsopp returns with her ultimate guide to the perfect Christmas. From handmade decorations and gifts, to food, drink, baubles, wrapping paper, and no stress. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 3:20am Food Unwrapped: Is a parasite hiding in your sushi? Can M&S trace their burgers back to the cow? Plus: Matt Tebbutt investigates concerns about naturally-occurring arsenic in baby rice products. (S15 Ep3) (30 minutes)
- 8:55am Escape to the Chateau: Dick and Angel Strawbridge's adventure turning a shabby French castle into a family home and venue continues. Dick makes a pig roaster and it's their son's first day at school. (S2 Ep1, 3) (1 hour)
- 9:55am Escape to the Chateau: Keen to expand the business, Dick and Angel Strawbridge consider moat fishing, woodland foraging and installing a lift. Will the chateau survive such a monumental conversion? (S2 Ep2, 3) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:00am Escape to the Chateau: As winter descends on the chateau, Dick and Angel Strawbridge rush to complete their huge to-do list, including the pesky lift, before the arrival of the family from England. (S2 Ep3, 3) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 7:25pm Britain's Wildest Weather: From rural communities trapped by record-breaking snow to the summer heatwave and terrifying urban wildfires, this documentary tells the story of 2018's extreme weather. (1 hour 35 minutes)
- 9:00pm New: Emergency Helicopter Medics: Brand new series: In Hartlepool, the heli-medics are tasked with treating a man hit by a train. Cyclist Trevor suffers serious injuries after a collision with a car. (S3 Ep6) (1 hour)
- 10:00pm 24 Hours in A&E: John was thrown from his bike at high speed and is in an induced coma. Drama student Florian has injured his foot. He explains how his family fled Kosovo when he was a child. (S13 Ep11, 12) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:05pm 24 Hours in A&E: This episode explores the power of love. A woman rushes from Italy when her fiancÂe is involved in a serious bicycle collision. And an elderly lady becomes unwell at home. (S13 Ep12, 12) (1 hour)
Dave (19)
- 8:00am Top Gear: The fun-packed petrolhead show, hosted by Jeremy Clarkson and co. The chaps try to prove that a fly-drive holiday to Florida is more fun if you buy a car rather than rent one. (1 hour)
Drama (20)
- 12:00pm Where The Heart Is: New. Over the Rainbow: The Snows struggle on with life, but the school production of The Wizard of Oz provides much-needed light relief, while Dick and Cheryl finally get through to Oscar. (1 hour)
- 1:00pm Where The Heart Is: New. Modern Love: Henry and Jess' meal together proves productive, Simon and Anna go out on a date and Karen worries about an elderly patient's grand-daughter. (1 hour)
- 4:00pm Call the Midwife: The popular drama series set in 1950s London. As Poplar joins a mass X-ray screening programme for TB, Jenny meets a family that has been devastated by the disease. (1 hour 20 minutes)
- 5:20pm Call the Midwife: Charming drama set in 1950s London. Cynthia tends to a diabetic bully who belittles his wife. The ladies take lessons on their new scooter and wait for Chummie's return. (1 hour 20 minutes)
- 6:40pm Call the Midwife: The second series of the 1950s period drama draws to a close. Change is in the air as Chummy prepares for motherhood and Sister Bernadette tries to decide on her future. (1 hour 20 minutes)
- 8:00pm New Tricks: Communal Living: More adventures with the ageing team of sleuths. As Brian struggles to control and conceal his desire to drink again, he finds the perfect refuge in a commune. (1 hour 15 minutes)
- 9:15pm New Tricks: Mad Dogs: The hugely popular crime caper teaming up Likely Lad James Bolam with Minder Dennis Waterman. The team re-investigate the medical trial death of soldier Eric Trimble. (1 hour 10 minutes)
5 USA (21)
- 12:50am CSI: Miami: Power trip. Crime drama series. The investigation into a series of murders by electrocution is hindered by a rogue cop's scheme to get his job back. (S7 Ep 9) (1 hour)
- 1:50am CSI: Miami: Seeing Red: Crime drama series. Ivan Sarnoff breaks out of jail and goes on the run. Elsewhere, Horatio fights to save Yelina and Delko puts his life in danger. (S7 Ep 25) (1 hour)
- 9:00am Murder She Wrote: Mystery series. Jessica heads off for a happy reunion with her old college roommate, but the trip is marred by the death of her friend's superstar husband. (S1 Ep 22) (45 minutes)
- 9:45am Murder She Wrote: Murder mystery series. Jessica has to unravel the secrets and threats at the funeral of a friend in Wyoming. (S1 Ep 23) (1 hour)
- 10:45am Murder She Wrote: Murder mystery series. A letter from an old friend brings Jessica to a luxury island hotel, where she arrives just in time to investigate the sender's murder. (S2 Ep 1) (1 hour)
- 11:45am Columbo: How to Dial a Murder: Detective drama starring Peter Falk and Nicol Williamson. A psychologist uses his special skills to murder his wife's lover by training the man's pet dogs to attack him. (1978) (1 hour 35 minutes)
ITV4 (24)
- 1:00am The Professionals: Foxhole on the Roof: Action-packed crime series. Two heavily-armed criminals hold a hospital ward hostage, and demand a million-pound ransom and a getaway car. (1 hour)
- 2:00am Minder: The Wrong Goodbye: A local property developer offers to buy Arthur's lock-up and car lot. Terry suspects that the deal is bent and turns to DS Jones for help. S7 Ep6 (1 hour)
- 9:35am Monster Carp: Croatia: Fishing fanatics Ali Hamidi, Tom Dove and Neil Spooner attempt to conquer Croatia. They fish two epic venues, including the fish famous Lake Ontario. S4 Ep1 (1 hour 35 minutes)
- 11:10am Jeremiah Johnson: Western starring Robert Redford and Will Geer, 1972. A hermit living in the mountains becomes the target of a group of violent Indians. (1 hour)
- 12:15pm Jeremiah Johnson: Western starring Robert Redford and Will Geer, 1972. A hermit living in the mountains becomes the target of a group of violent Indians. (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 1:25pm Brannigan: Brannigan goes to the UK to escort organized crime boss Larkin makes it back to the USA. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 2:35pm Brannigan: Brannigan goes to the UK to escort organized crime boss Larkin makes it back to the USA. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 3:40pm Aces High: Action starring Malcolm McDowell and Christopher Plummer, 1976. A Flying Corps pilot arrives on the Western front in the First World War and finds a team of struggling officers. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 4:50pm Aces High: Action starring Malcolm McDowell and Christopher Plummer, 1976. A Flying Corps pilot arrives on the Western front in the First World War and finds a team of struggling officers. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 9:00pm Rambo: First Blood: Action adventure starring Sylvester Stallone and Richard Crenna, 1982. An ex-Green Beret does battle in the US wilds with a sadistic sheriff and his deputies. (1 hour)
- 10:05pm Rambo: First Blood: Action adventure starring Sylvester Stallone and Richard Crenna, 1982. An ex-Green Beret does battle in the US wilds with a sadistic sheriff and his deputies. (1 hour)
- 11:05pm Rocky: Oscar-winning boxing drama starring Sylvester Stallone and Talia Shire, 1976. A small-time boxer gets a chance at glory when he is challenged by heavyweight champion Apollo Creed. (1 hour)
Yesterday (25)
- 2:00am History's Ultimate Spies: Thomas Cromwell: Learn about the wily characters from history who pulled strings. Thomas Cromwell's cloak-and-dagger work helped steer Henry VIII through his troubles. (1 hour)
- 7:10am History's Ultimate Spies: Sir Francis Walsingham: History's scheming spymasters in profile. Hear all about the remarkable cunning of Francis Walsingham, whose spy network foiled many plots against Queen Elizabeth I. (50 minutes)
- 7:00pm Abandoned Engineering: Tunnel to the Underworld: A West Virginia town that fell victim to change when steam trains became obsolete and an underground complex in Italy that'd been abandoned for nearly 2,000 years. (1 hour)
ITVBe (26)
- 8:50am Be Tasty: Nisha Katona and Samantha Faiers - Gin and Tonic Trout: Cookery series. Restaurateur Nisha Katona and Mummy Diaries star Samantha Faiers show how to make gin and tonic trout. (10 minutes)
- 12:00pm Be Tasty: Kimberly Wyatt - Miso Cod: Former Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt makes her protein-packed steamed miso cod with a black noodle salad, the ideal dish for a post-workout dinner. (10 minutes)
- 7:00pm Christmas Dinner Date: Scott: Culinary dating show. Scott chooses three people to date based on the menus he most likes the look of. Will he find love? S8 Ep26 (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Dinner Date: Christmas Dinner Date: Abi from Essex will be given five menus, each put together by a potential blind date but Abi will only be having dinner with three of them. S9 Ep29 (1 hour)
- 11:05pm New: The Real Housewives of...: ...Potomac. The Big Easy Showdown: Gizelle arranges a soul-searching journey to the plantation where her ancestors were slaves, and the women hit the town for a night of fun. S4 Ep5 (55 minutes)
ITV2 +1 (27)
- 12:05am Family Guy: Pilling Them Softly: US animated series. Stewie becomes addicted to ADHD medication and Peter and Quagmire become rivals when they each start their own cookery shows. S14 Ep1 (30 minutes)
- 12:35am Family Guy: Papa Has a Rollin' Son: When Joe's estranged dad Bud visits Quahog, Peter pretends to be Joe due to Bud's dislike of disabled people. Meanwhile, Stewie befriends Tom Cruise. S14 Ep2 (30 minutes)
- 1:05am American Dad!: The Unincludeds: Animated series. Steve and Snot are humiliated at a cool kids party, and decide to throw a party of their own and only invite other unpopular kids. S12 Ep6 (30 minutes)
- 1:35am American Dad!: The Life Aquatic with Steve Smith: Animated comedy series. Steve joins a water polo team, while Stan and Roger purchase a boat, but neither experience works out as planned. S12 Ep2 (25 minutes)
- 2:00am The Cleveland Show: The Brown Knight: Animated spin-off from Family Guy. Cleveland is wounded when he and Donna are mugged at a cash machine. Roberta thinks she is dying of a mystery illness. S1 Ep16 (30 minutes)
- 2:30am The Cleveland Show: Brotherly Love: Animated spin-off from Family Guy. Cleveland Jr tries to win the heart of a girl he likes by beating her boyfriend in a rap contest. S1 Ep18 (25 minutes)
- 2:55am Through the Keyhole: Guessing 'who habitates in a house like this' are comedian Jimmy Carr, presenter Carol Vorderman and sporting legend Kriss Akabusi. S6 Ep7 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 7:25am Emmerdale Omnibus: Graham is suspicious of Kim. Aaron steps up his campaign. Billy and Al square up to each other. (2 hours 30 minutes)
- 9:55am Coronation Street Omnibus: Geoff and Yasmeen's announcement sets alarm bells ringing for Tim. Maria confronts Gary about his source of income. Evidence begins to pile up against Robert. (3 hours 5 minutes)
- 2:30pm Jack Frost: Family film starring Michael Keaton, 1998. Musician Jack Frost neglects his family until his freak death. Only Christmas can reunite Jack with the people he left behind... (1 hour)
- 3:35pm Jack Frost: Family film starring Michael Keaton, 1998. Musician Jack Frost neglects his family until his freak death. Only Christmas can reunite Jack with the people he left behind... (1 hour)
- 4:35pm The Santa Clause 2: Santa has two problems. First, his son is on the naughty list, and second, as per the rules, he must be married. With time running out, he must find a partner quickly. (1 hour)
- 5:40pm The Santa Clause 2: Santa has two problems. First, his son is on the naughty list, and second, as per the rules, he must be married. With time running out, he must find a partner quickly. (1 hour)
- 6:40pm Liar Liar: Comedy starring Jim Carrey and Maura Tierney, 1997. When a lawyer's son wishes for him to tell nothing but the truth for 24 hours, the wish comes true and the truth sets him free. (1 hour)
- 7:45pm Liar Liar: Comedy starring Jim Carrey and Maura Tierney, 1997. When a lawyer's son wishes for him to tell nothing but the truth for 24 hours, the wish comes true and the truth sets him free. (40 minutes)
- 8:25pm The Nightmare Before Christmas: Jack Skellington from Halloween Town finds Christmas Town and is instantly enchanted. The situation becomes riveting when his obsession with Christmas leads him to abduct Santa. (1 hour)
- 9:30pm The Nightmare Before Christmas: Jack Skellington from Halloween Town finds Christmas Town and is instantly enchanted. The situation becomes riveting when his obsession with Christmas leads him to abduct Santa. (30 minutes)
- 10:00pm Family Guy: Christmas Guy: US animated series. Peter teaches his Scrooge-like father-in-law a thing or two about the holiday spirit, while Stewie discovers the meaning of confession. (30 minutes)
- 10:30pm Family Guy: The 2,000-Year-Old-Virgin: Animated comedy. Peter and the guys set out to throw Jesus the best birthday party ever to help him lose his virginity. S13 Ep7 (30 minutes)
5STAR (30)
- 1:30am Airport 24/7: Thailand: Reality series taking a look at life inside Phuket International Airport. Pui has a hard time explaining the import rules, and Dollar is a dog with a gift. (S1 Ep 4) (1 hour)
5Spike (31)
- 10:10am The A-Team: Classic action adventure series. Hannibal and the team try to rescue passengers from a hijacked 747 aeroplane, but BA is afraid of flying. (S1 Ep 13) (1 hour)
- 11:10am The A-Team: Classic action drama series. When the team arrive in a small town for a friend's funeral, five hoodlum brothers try to force them to leave. (S1 Ep 14) (1 hour)
- 11:05pm Sabotage: Action film starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sam Worthington. When a team of agents steal millions of dollars in drugs money, they are killed one by one. (2013) (1 hour)
ITV +1 (33)
- 7:00am Dino Dana: Snakes and Dinosaurs: While Dana's mum deals with a petrified snake-sitter at the vet clinic where she works, Dana meets the biggest snake of all time, a titanoboa S1 Ep5 (10 minutes)
- 7:35am Thunderbirds Are Go: Night and Day: Animated reboot. The Gray and Houseman mining operation calls on International Rescue to rescue a malfunctioning vehicle stranded on the planet Mercury. S3 Ep4 (25 minutes)
- 8:05am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Litterbugs: Bean is furious with the untidy state of the streets so he goes on a one-man mission to clean up the town. S2 Ep7 (15 minutes)
- 8:20am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Cash Machine: Mr Bean tries to retrieve his credit card from a cash dispenser and inadvertently ends up trapped in a bank vault. S2 Ep6 (10 minutes)
- 9:55am Spy School: Operation Gold-zilla: Spy-themed game show. Two friends work together to foil the plans of evil mastermind Goldfist, who plans to create a super-sized pet monster. S1 Ep1 (30 minutes)
- 1:40pm Midsomer Murders: Dead Letters: Midsomer Barton is celebrating Oak Apple Week when a mother is found drowned. It looks like suicide and that she was driven to it by grief over her dead daughter. S9 Ep2 (2 hours)
- 3:40pm The Mummy: Rousing action adventure starring Brendan Fraser, 1999. An American adventurer unwittingly discovers the tomb of an ancient evil in Egypt, setting off a terrifying chain of events. (2 hours 10 minutes)
- 7:10pm Elf: Classic Christmas movie starring Will Ferrell and Zooey Deschanel, 2003. The magical story of Buddy, who was transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised by Santa's elves. (1 hour 50 minutes)
- 11:15pm Rogue One: A Star Wars Story: Sci-fi blockbuster starring Felicity Jones, 2016. After being recruited by the Rebel Alliance, former criminal Jyn Erso is tasked with stealing the plans for the Death Star. (2 hours 15 minutes)
ITV3+1 (34)
- 9:00pm Midsomer Murders: The Flying Club: When a body drops out of a plane and is discovered in a reservoir, Barnaby and Nelson find the world of stunt pilots and aviation heroes hides many dark secrets. S16 Ep4 (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Agatha Christie's Poirot: Murder on the Orient Express: On the Orient Express from Istanbul, a ruthless American businessman is found dead. Poirot investigates - and makes a life-changing decision. S12 Ep3 (2 hours)
Channel 5+1 (44)
- 1:10am New: Fights, Camera, Action: Clip show presented by George Lamb. Cyclists causing chaos, motorbikes weaving about it traffic, and cars acting like they rule every inch of the road. (S2 Ep 7) (55 minutes)
- 4:10am NCIS: New Orleans: Drama series. A navy psychologist is found murdered near a patient's second line funeral procession, a traditional New Orleans musical street parade for the dead. (S2 Ep 20) (50 minutes)
Challenge (46)
- 7:00am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 7:30am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 8:00am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 8:30am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 9:00am Wheel of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. Contestants spin the wheel to determine how many points are up for grabs. (30 minutes)
- 9:30am Wheel of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. Contestants spin the wheel to determine how many points are up for grabs. (30 minutes)
- 10:00am Wheel of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. Contestants spin the wheel to determine how many points are up for grabs. (30 minutes)
- 10:30am Wheel of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. Contestants spin the wheel to determine how many points are up for grabs. (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 4:30pm Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 7:30pm New: All Star Family Fortunes: 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. (S2, ep 3) (45 minutes)
- 8:15pm New: All Star Family Fortunes: 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. (S2, ep 4) (45 minutes)
- 10:00pm Classic Who Wants To Be A...: ...Millionaire. A classic episode of the award-winning quiz show presented by Chris Tarrant in which contestants can win up to one million pounds. (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Classic Who Wants To Be A...: ...Millionaire. A classic episode of the award-winning quiz show presented by Chris Tarrant in which contestants can win up to one million pounds. (1 hour)
4seven (47)
- 12:10am 24 Hours in A&E: Marion, who's 73 and was recently diagnosed with lung cancer, is admitted with a life-threatening infection. Roy, who's 83, suffers multiple injuries after falling off his roof. (S19 Ep4) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 1:15am The Secret Life of the Zoo at...: ...Christmas: As the festive season approaches at Chester, the youngsters across the zoo, from giraffes to monkeys, are about to have their first Christmas, and there's other newbies, too. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 2:20am Guy Martin's Great Escape: Guy sets out to recreate the iconic motorcycle movie stunt at the climax of The Great Escape. But unlike Steve McQueen's film character, he aims to successfully clear both fences. (1 hour 55 minutes)
- 4:15am Frasier: Bla-Z-Boy: An accident leaves a mess on Frasier's carpet and breaks Martin's chair, while Niles gives piano lessons to a talented Roz and a not-so-talented Daphne. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas: Kirstie Allsopp returns with more Christmas ideas. From makes that transform the home to indulgent food and drink, it's guaranteed to make everyone feel fabulously festive. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Amazing Spaces: Northern Lights...: ...Adventure: In this snowy special, George Clarke and Will Hardie explore the many architectural gems of Finland, including a caravan on skis, and a city built underneath Helsinki. (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Britain's Wildest Weather 2019 : An exploration of 2019's extraordinary weather, from record-breaking heat and rain to an avalanche in Wales and the Whaley Bridge dam disaster, filmed by the people who were there. (1 hour 50 minutes)
- 11:50pm My Grandparents' War: Kristin Scott Thomas: The actor uncovers the story of how her grandfather William saved thousands at Dunkirk while serving as a commanding officer in the Royal Navy throughout WWII. (Ep3, 4) (1 hour)
Paramount Network (54)
- 3:15am Neighbours: It is Pierce and Chloe's wedding day, but Hendrix has run off and Chloe is getting cold feet. Pierce is still searching for his son as the guests start to arrive. (30 minutes)
- 3:45am Neighbours: Henrix tells the newlyweds that he does not want to live with them any more. Pierce tells Chloe why he has been absent for much of Hendrix's life. Finn catches Claudia lying. (30 minutes)
- 4:15am Neighbours: Leo returns to see if he is a suitable kidney donor for David. Finn's loyalties are tested when Claudia admits to misgivings about Elly. Amy's period is late. (30 minutes)
- 4:45am Neighbours: David's hopes are dashed when Leo is not a viable donor. Amy has second thoughts about pregnancy, but Kyle is thrilled. Ned and Yashvi are spooked by a threatening message. (30 minutes)
- 5:15am Neighbours: Yashvi's drink is spiked with broken glass. Paul breaks down. Roxy discovers that she's a kidney match but hides the results. Leo is forced to reveal what he has been hiding. (35 minutes)
5SELECT (55)
- 2:05am CSI: Miami: Crime drama series based on the work of forensic investigators. A serial killer is on the loose, leaving his mark on the chests of his victims. (S5 Ep 24) (55 minutes)
- 3:00am CSI: Miami: Out Of Time: As Delko hovers between life and death, he experiences a flashback to 1997 and recalls how Horatio brought the team together. (S8 Ep 1) (1 hour)
Dave ja vu (79)
- 9:00am Top Gear: The fun-packed petrolhead show, hosted by Jeremy Clarkson and co. The chaps try to prove that a fly-drive holiday to Florida is more fun if you buy a car rather than rent one. (1 hour)
BBC ONE HD (101)
- 12:20am The Heist: Comedy. Three security guards hatch a plan to steal a painting from the museum where they work. Starring Christopher Walken and Morgan Freeman. Contains scenes of moderate violence. (1 hour 25 minutes)
- 12:15pm Bargain Hunt: Christina Trevanion presents the antiques challenge from Dorking, with experts Caroline Hawley and David Harper. Tony and his daughter Caroline take on sisters Lark and Honor. (45 minutes)
- 2:10pm Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted: Animation. The wacky zoo stowaways are still trying to get home to New York. Their adventure takes them to Monte Carlo where they find the perfect cover: a travelling circus. (1 hour 25 minutes)
- 4:35pm Seven Worlds, One Planet: 7, 7. Africa - home to the greatest wildlife gatherings on earth. But even in this land of plenty, wildlife faces huge challenges. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm His Dark Materials: 7, 8. Separated from her friends, Lyra must use all of her methods of deception to thwart a formidable foe. Meanwhile, Mrs Coulter plots her next move. (1 hour)
BBC TWO HD (102)
- 1:25am The Name of the Rose: 8, 8. Adso asks for William's help in saving the Occitan girl from being burned as a witch. Contains some violence and some upsetting scenes. (55 minutes)
- 8:00am Around The World In 80 Gardens: 8, 10. Monty Don visits the world's 80 most inspiring gardens. At Cape Town's famous Kirstenbosch Botanic Gardens he sees the king protea, South Africa's national plant. (1 hour)
- 11:30am Rick Stein's Secret France: 6, 6. Rick Stein approaches the end of his meander through France with a final glance at the culinary delights of the Languedoc, and he makes a confit tomato and aubergine tarte tatin. (1 hour)
- 2:30pm Masterchef: The Professionals: 18, 21. It is the last semi-final and the second group of chefs is in close competition for a place in the finals. (1 hour)
- 3:30pm The Hairy Bikers Home for...: ...Christmas. 6, 11. The Hairy Bikers create mouthwatering festive dishes and get into the spirit of the season with special guest Jon Culshaw. (45 minutes)
- 4:15pm Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger!: Comedy. A worried new teacher has to juggle a pregnant wife and a class of children on a road trip to the national Song for Christmas competition. (1 hour 45 minutes)
- 6:00pm Inside the Christmas Factory: In this Christmas special, Gregg Wallace, Cherry Healey and Ruth Goodman explore the fascinating factory processes and surprising history behind our favourite festive treats. (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Dragons' Den: There is a festive mood as an American inventor is hopeful that his Christmas tree stand will become an essential decorating accessory with a little help from a Dragon. (1 hour)
ITV HD (103)
- 6:00am Dino Dana: Snakes and Dinosaurs: While Dana's mum deals with a petrified snake-sitter at the vet clinic where she works, Dana meets the biggest snake of all time, a titanoboa S1 Ep5 (10 minutes)
- 6:35am Thunderbirds Are Go: Night and Day: Animated reboot. The Gray and Houseman mining operation calls on International Rescue to rescue a malfunctioning vehicle stranded on the planet Mercury. S3 Ep4 (25 minutes)
- 7:05am Mr. Bean: The Animated Series: Litterbugs: Bean is furious with the untidy state of the streets so he goes on a one-man mission to clean up the town. S2 Ep7 (15 minutes)
- 7:20am Mr. Bean: The Animated Series: Cash Machine: Mr Bean tries to retrieve his credit card from a cash dispenser and inadvertently ends up trapped in a bank vault. S2 Ep6 (10 minutes)
- 8:55am Spy School: Operation Gold-zilla: Spy-themed game show. Two friends work together to foil the plans of evil mastermind Goldfist, who plans to create a super-sized pet monster. S1 Ep1 (30 minutes)
- 12:40pm Midsomer Murders: Dead Letters: Midsomer Barton is celebrating Oak Apple Week when a mother is found drowned. It looks like suicide and that she was driven to it by grief over her dead daughter. S9 Ep2 (2 hours)
- 2:40pm The Mummy: Rousing action adventure starring Brendan Fraser, 1999. An American adventurer unwittingly discovers the tomb of an ancient evil in Egypt, setting off a terrifying chain of events. (2 hours 10 minutes)
- 6:10pm Elf: Classic Christmas movie starring Will Ferrell and Zooey Deschanel, 2003. The magical story of Buddy, who was transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised by Santa's elves. (1 hour 50 minutes)
- 10:15pm Rogue One: A Star Wars Story: Sci-fi blockbuster starring Felicity Jones, 2016. After being recruited by the Rebel Alliance, former criminal Jyn Erso is tasked with stealing the plans for the Death Star. (2 hours 15 minutes)
Channel 4 HD (104)
- 3:20am Hollyoaks Omnibus: Romeo inspires the residents of Hollyoaks to start speaking French. Yasmine is hurt after confronting Edward about Finn, while Mercedes is plagued by a mystery tormentor. (2 hours 5 minutes)
- 6:50am The King of Queens: Offtrack... Bedding: Doug goes looking for his father at a model train convention and notices his mother with a very seductive Arthur Spooner. (25 minutes)
- 7:15am The King of Queens: Silent Mite: Doug loses his wallet during a Christmas shopping expedition and enlists Arthur's help to find it. (25 minutes)
- 7:40am Everybody Loves Raymond: Robert Moves Back: Robert and Amy move into Ray's basement in an attempt to get some privacy, but haven't accounted for Marie... (20 minutes)
- 8:00am Everybody Loves Raymond: How They Met: Ray and Debra reminisce about how they first met 15 years earlier, including the first time Ray sampled Debra's cooking. (30 minutes)
- 8:30am Frasier: Bully for Martin: Frasier offers his unsolicited help when Martin's boss starts acting like a bully, and Roz talks incessantly about her new love Roger. (30 minutes)
- 9:00am Frasier: Mother Load (Part 1, 2): Just as Niles and Daphne agree to move in together, they are visited by her disruptive, conniving mother and lecherous, leeching brother. (30 minutes)
- 12:30pm The Simpsons: A Star Is Burns: Springfield launches a film festival, and Barney's haunting movie meditation on his alcoholism, 'Pukahontas', is on course to win. (30 minutes)
- 4:40pm The Spiderwick Chronicles: (2008) Fantasy adventure. Children find a secret book at their great-great-uncle's creepy home that reveals a thrilling, scary world of goblins, ogres and trolls. With Freddie Highmore. (1 hour 50 minutes)
- 7:00pm New: Scotland's Scenic Railways: Through vast mountains and across open moorlands, a breathtaking look at Scotland's network - voted the world's most beautiful railway - including the spectacular viaduct from Harry Potter. (1 hour)
- 8:00pm New: Jamie's Easy Christmas...: ...Countdown: Jamie Oliver offers a stress-free guide to festive feasting with his foolproof masterplan for turkey, stuffing and roast spuds, veggie sides and, of course, fantastic gravy. (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Gogglebox: What do the armchair critics make of The Crown; I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!; Not the Robbie Williams Christmas Show; Made in Chelsea: Buenos Aires; and The Apprentice? (S14 Ep14) (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Travel Man: 48 Hours in Dubrovnik: Richard Ayoade does Dubrovnik with comedian Stephen Merchant, including a Game of Thrones tour, a buggy safari, and a ferry to the cursed island of Lokrum. (S9 Ep1, 4) (30 minutes)
Channel 5 HD (105)
- 12:10am New: Fights, Camera, Action: Clip show presented by George Lamb. Cyclists causing chaos, motorbikes weaving about it traffic, and cars acting like they rule every inch of the road. (S2 Ep 7) (55 minutes)
- 3:10am NCIS: New Orleans: Drama series. A navy psychologist is found murdered near a patient's second line funeral procession, a traditional New Orleans musical street parade for the dead. (S2 Ep 20) (50 minutes)
- 4:00am NCIS: New Orleans: Drama series. An old friend asks Pride to keep his investigation under wraps after a navy lieutenant dies during a clandestine visit to a general's hotel room. (S2 Ep 21) (45 minutes)
- 4:45am NCIS: New Orleans: Crime drama series. A navy culinary specialist on shore leave is the target of an explosion while she is visiting her family's historic restaurant in the French Quarter. (S2 Ep 22) (50 minutes)
CBBC (201)
- 7:25am Danger Mouse: From Duck to Dawn. Animated series. Count Duckula is back, and he is determined to take over the world, one terrible TV show at a time. (10 minutes)
- 7:45am Danny and Mick: Episode 5. Danny gets stuck inside Joy's favourite dress - and somehow, so does Mick! (15 minutes)
- 8:00am Odd Squad: Good Egg Bad Egg. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. The agents try to determine what kind of creature will hatch from an egg. (10 minutes)
- 11:00am Odd Squad: Negative Town. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. The agents go to Negative Town to track a villain. (10 minutes)
- 11:10am Odd Squad: License to Science. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. Oona must pass her lab director's test or risk getting kicked off Odd Squad. (10 minutes)
- 11:20am Horrible Histories: 'Orrible...: ...Oliver Cromwell Special. 'Orrible Oliver Cromwell Special. Oliver... Followed by Operation Ouch! Snips; We find out where cartilage is in your body and see a rugby player's cauliflower ears. (30 minutes)
- 1:25pm My Life: Take a Breath: Take a Breath. Documentary series. This film follows Grace and Cerys as they juggle their passions - for running and music - with the demands of their serious lung condition cystic fibrosis. (30 minutes)
- 2:00pm Our School: Get Your Act Together. The big talent show is coming up, and Year 7 Aydn's singing talent is spotted. And Union J's Jaymi pops in. (20 minutes)
- 2:20pm The Dumping Ground: King of Comedy. Bird's secret fears are exposed when he's signed up to perform at a stand-up comedy event. (30 minutes)
- 2:50pm The Dumping Ground: Champions. Finn unknowingly qualifies for a swimming race, but champion swimmer Blake writes off Finn's chances. Finn must rise to the challenge to prove the doubters wrong. (30 minutes)
- 3:20pm The Dumping Ground: Another Planet. Chloe's video game obsession is pushing her away from the rest of a house and, when she meets with a stranger online, she is intent on taking a huge risk to find a connection. (25 minutes)
CBeebies (202)
- 6:20am Twirlywoos: Down. Stop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos. The Twirlywoos learn all about down when Toodloo gets on a runaway rollerskate. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 7:15am Bing: Face Paint. Sula paints Bing to look like Biteysaurus, but upsets Bing by accidentally adding green. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:25am Bing: Vaccination. Bing is brave for his vaccination, hoping to get a sticker - but there are none left! Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 7:45am Peter Rabbit: The Tale of the Spectacular Sledge. Animated reimagining of Beatrix Potter's children's classic. The rabbits build a spectacular sledge to transport some winter vegetables. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 8:10am Octonauts: Octonauts and the Baby Sea Turtles. Animated deep sea adventure series. As newborn baby sea turtles make their way to the ocean, the Octonauts must help them avoid predators. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 8:25am Bitz & Bob: Snowy Sports Day. Animated preschool series. It's Snowy Sports Day, but Bitz and the gang are struggling to keep track of the scores. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 8:35am The Furchester Hotel: Wake Up Call. Preschool puppet show. Funella has to remember to crow like a cockerel when a guest needs to wake up on time. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 9:20am Footy Pups: Reaction. Preschool sports series. Rachel and her team put their reaction skills to the test, while Rex and Benny enter a mascot competition. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 9:35am Octonauts: A Very Vegimals...: ...Christmas. A Very Vegimals Christmas. The Vegimals' plans for a Christmas feast aboard the Octopod are interrupted. Also in HD. (25 minutes)
- 10:20am Sarah & Duck: Constable Quack. Animation for preschool children. After their snacks go missing, Sergeant Sarah and Constable Quack are on the trail of a biscuit burglar. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 10:55am Andy's Safari Adventures: Andy and the Hermit Crab. Preschool wildlife series. When a shell for an orphaned hermit crab accidentally gets broken, it's up to Andy to find a suitable replacement. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 11:35am Topsy and Tim: Wheelchair Exercises. Live-action children's show. Topsy and Tim decorate a surprise get-well gift for Mr Rosen, which he can use when he exercises at home. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 11:45am Topsy and Tim: School Run. Topsy and Tim wonder how they will travel to their new school each day. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 12:30pm Sarah & Duck: Balloon Barnacles. Animation for preschool children. Sarah's hat goes on an adventure without her, on top of a balloon. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 1:00pm Where in the World?: Truc, Liza and Rhys: Truc Helps Grandma at the Market. Preschool series. In Vietnam, Russia and Canada we drop in on three seven-year-olds who are all having a very busy day. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 1:15pm Kit & Pup: Snow: Snow. Preschool series. Kit and Pup are celebrating Christmas and finding out about snow! They go sledging, have a snowball fight and make a snowman. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 2:20pm Andy's Baby Animals: Climbing. Preschool series. Andy Day takes a look at black bears, giant otters and ibex as they learn climbing skills from a very young age. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 2:30pm Junk Rescue: Wardrobe Wood. Preschool series about upcycling. Danny finds a broken piece of wood from an old wardrobe and takes it to his friend Ben, who turns it into a musical instrument. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 3:00pm Bitz & Bob: Sinking Feeling. Animated preschool series. Bitz needs to work out how they can pull Bevel from the snow without sinking themselves. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 4:40pm Treasure Champs: Sharing. Barry wants to play with Kari and struggles to share her with Thingy. After spoiling their fun, they come to see that sharing games together is the best way. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 5:15pm Apple Tree House: The Choice. Preschool drama series. Bella wants to learn how to play a musical instrument but cannot seem to decide which one. Kobi, Sam and Mali try to help her choose. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 5:30pm Katie Morag: Katie Morag and the Family Tree. Live-action children's show set in Scotland. Katie Morag is working on a family tree for a school project. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 5:45pm Sarah & Duck: Basking Shark. Animation for preschool children. Sarah is keen to adopt a sea creature, but doesn't get her first choice. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 5:50pm Charlie and Lola: Do Not Ever Never Let Go! Children's animation with siblings Lola and Charlie. When Lotta is given a bike, Lola wants one too. She is given Charlie's old bike and learns to ride it. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 6:10pm Clangers: The Moo Flower. Animation about a family of small creatures who live on, and inside, a planet. Tiny and Small are in the music boat and find a sticky green pod on a Sky Moo's snout. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
CITV (203)
- 6:00am Dino Dana: Snakes and Dinosaurs: While Dana's mum deals with a petrified snake-sitter at the vet clinic where she works, Dana meets the biggest snake of all time, a titanoboa S1 Ep5 (10 minutes)
- 6:35am Thunderbirds Are Go: Night and Day: Animated reboot. The Gray and Houseman mining operation calls on International Rescue to rescue a malfunctioning vehicle stranded on the planet Mercury. S3 Ep4 (25 minutes)
- 7:05am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Litterbugs: Bean is furious with the untidy state of the streets so he goes on a one-man mission to clean up the town. S2 Ep7 (15 minutes)
- 7:20am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Cash Machine: Mr Bean tries to retrieve his credit card from a cash dispenser and inadvertently ends up trapped in a bank vault. S2 Ep6 (10 minutes)
- 8:55am Spy School: Operation Gold-zilla: Spy-themed game show. Two friends work together to foil the plans of evil mastermind Goldfist, who plans to create a super-sized pet monster. S1 Ep1 (30 minutes)
- 9:25am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Bean Phone: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean wants a smartphone but they are too expensive - especially when you can build your own. S2 Ep21 (15 minutes)
- 9:40am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Hotel Bean: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean has some unexpected guests who think he runs a hotel. S2 Ep22 (15 minutes)
- 9:55am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Jurassic Bean: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean goes in search of wildlife, but he is not expecting to see anything prehistoric. S2 Ep23 (15 minutes)
- 10:10am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Caring Bean: Mrs Wicket is injured and Mr Bean has to look after her - then her demands start to become a pain. S2 Ep24 (15 minutes)
- 3:25pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Bean Phone: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean wants a smartphone but they are too expensive - especially when you can build your own. S2 Ep21 (20 minutes)
- 3:45pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Hotel Bean: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean has some unexpected guests who think he runs a hotel. S2 Ep22 (15 minutes)
- 4:00pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Jurassic Bean: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean goes in search of wildlife, but he is not expecting to see anything prehistoric. S2 Ep23 (15 minutes)
- 4:15pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Caring Bean: Mrs Wicket is injured and Mr Bean has to look after her - then her demands start to become a pain. S2 Ep24 (15 minutes)
- 5:00pm Wishfart: Warmer Pants for the King: Animated series. After trying Tsuni's community garden stinklettuce, Puffin wishes vegetables did not exist. S1 Ep21 (15 minutes)
- 5:15pm Wishfart: Strangely Perfect: Animated series. Finnuala tries to steal Dez's rainbow after becoming sick of his non-traditional ways. S1 Ep22 (15 minutes)
- 5:30pm Wishfart: Guess What Picasso?: Puffin invokes the wrath of an ice cream artisan minotaur by asking for mixed flavours. S1 Ep23 (15 minutes)
- 5:45pm Spy School: Operation: Golden F.C.: The budding spies are called into action against Goldfist at Chelsea Football Club, and uncover a plot with Eden Hazard himself. S2 Ep12 (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm Project Z: East London: The evil zombie-like Zeds have taken over a school in East London, and it's up to a handful of its bravest students to take on the horde and escape. S1 Ep2 (25 minutes)
CBBC HD (204)
- 7:25am Danger Mouse: From Duck to Dawn. Animated series. Count Duckula is back, and he is determined to take over the world, one terrible TV show at a time. (10 minutes)
- 7:45am Danny and Mick: Episode 5. Danny gets stuck inside Joy's favourite dress - and somehow, so does Mick! (15 minutes)
- 8:00am Odd Squad: Good Egg Bad Egg. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. The agents try to determine what kind of creature will hatch from an egg. (10 minutes)
- 11:00am Odd Squad: Negative Town. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. The agents go to Negative Town to track a villain. (10 minutes)
- 11:10am Odd Squad: License to Science. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. Oona must pass her lab director's test or risk getting kicked off Odd Squad. (10 minutes)
- 11:20am Horrible Histories: 'Orrible...: ...Oliver Cromwell Special. 'Orrible Oliver Cromwell Special... Followed by Operation Ouch! Snips; We find out where cartilage is in your body and see a rugby player's cauliflower ears. (30 minutes)
- 1:25pm My Life: Take a Breath: Take a Breath. Grace and Cerys juggle their passions with the demands of their condition cystic fibrosis. (30 minutes)
- 2:00pm Our School: Get Your Act Together. The big talent show is coming up, and Year 7 Aydn's singing talent is spotted. And Union J's Jaymi pops in. (20 minutes)
- 2:20pm The Dumping Ground: King of Comedy. Bird's secret fears are exposed when he's signed up to perform at a stand-up comedy event. (30 minutes)
- 2:50pm The Dumping Ground: Champions. Finn unknowingly qualifies for a swimming race, but champion swimmer Blake writes off Finn's chances. Finn must rise to the challenge to prove the doubters wrong. (30 minutes)
- 3:20pm The Dumping Ground: Another Planet. Chloe decides to take a huge risk when she connects with someone she meets online. (25 minutes)
Monday 16th December
BBC ONE S West (1)
- 10:00am Homes Under the Hammer: 16, 80. Martel is in Gillingham in Kent, revisiting a detached house she first saw in 2017. Martin visits a semi in Walsall, while Dion looks at a terrace in Stoke-on-Trent. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 11:00am Island Medics: 6, 10. Patients from Britain's most remote community - on Fair Isle, south of Shetland - wait for a break in the weather to make the trip for important operations. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 12:15pm Bargain Hunt: Charlie Ross discovers the history of Christmas pantomimes while Charles Hanson and David Harper lead the red and blue teams to festive bargains at Wetherby Racecourse. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 1:45pm Doctors: 28, 196. Ruhma has surprise news for a pregnant young woman in police custody. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
- 2:15pm Father Brown: 10, 10. Period drama series. Following reports of Flambeau's death, Father Brown races to protect a crown that contains a nail from Christ's crucifixion. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 3:00pm Escape to the Country: 5, 25. Jules Hudson heads to south Wales with a couple who are looking for a country home. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 3:45pm Garden Rescue: 9, 30. Garden renovation series. The team is in Liphook to meet Anne and Shaun, who have a big garden and a daughter who has her own ideas on what makes a perfect outdoor space. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 8:00pm EastEnders: Phil's suspicions are piqued, Martin makes a surprising move, and Stuart manages to save the day. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm A Berry Royal Christmas: Join Mary Berry for a very festive Christmas as she visits a host of charities across the country, the staff of which work throughout the holidays. Also in HD. (1 hour)
BBC TWO (2)
- 2:35am Holby City: 50, 53. Jac has to face some home truths when she is visited by the three wise men, and Chloe gets some life-changing news. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 7:15am Island Medics: 5, 10. A 95-year-old navy veteran is winched from the deck of a cruise ship, having lain undiscovered in his cabin for 11 hours. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 8:00am Mountain Vets: 4, 6. Maurice delivers a valuable litter of 11 sniffer dogs, Rachel operates on a therapy dog with possible cancerous skin growths, and a woman with Asperger's adopts a wild bird. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 1:30pm The Best Christmas Food Ever: Paul Ainsworth and Catherine Fulvio are joined by presenter Dominic Littlewood as they share culinary secrets, perfect for creating delicious festive flavours for Christmas. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 4:30pm The Hairy Bikers Home for...: ...Christmas. 7, 11. The Hairy Bikers create mouthwatering festive dishes and get into the spirit of the season with special guest Sally Lindsay. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 7:00pm Inside the Christmas Factory: Exploring the fascinating factory processes behind Christmas cake, baubles, brandy and more. And why Christmas tree lights are called fairy lights. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Responsible Child: A young boy on the cusp of adolescence finds himself standing trial for murder. Contains strong language, some violence and disturbing scenes. Also in HD. (1 hour 30 minutes)
- 11:20pm Love & Friendship: Drama. Lady Susan temporarily moves in with her sister-in-law. Together with her best friend, she contrives sly plans to get her daughter and herself a husband. Also in HD. (1 hour 30 minutes)
ITV (3)
- 7:00pm Emmerdale: Kim's triumphant when her plan works. Dawn's left gutted by some news. Leanna and Jacob rekindle their friendship. (30 minutes)
- 7:30pm Coronation Street: Robert and Paula pick over the evidence against him. Chesney and Gemma get by with a little help from their friends. Tim discovers that his plan is fundamentally flawed. (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm Coronation Street: Michelle's revelation prompts the police to charge Robert. Gemma feels under scrutiny during the Freshcos photo shoot. Roy shows an interest in Richard's hobby. (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm New: Sticks and Stones: Sales associate Thomas Benson starts to think his colleagues may be out to get him after he panics and faints at a pitch presentation. Ep1 (1 hour)
- 10:45pm Bancroft: Detective Superintendent Elizabeth Bancroft leads the charge against a violent gang while DS Katherine Stevens is given a cold murder case, but the pair's paths soon cross. S1 Ep1 (1 hour)
Channel 4 (4)
- 12:35am Labor Day: (2013) Intense drama starring Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin. A single mother is forced to give refuge to an escaped convict, and finds a romantic relationship developing. Distressing scenes. (1 hour 50 minutes)
- 2:25am The Supervet: A tortoiseshell cat called Betsy needs a bionic implant to clear a cancerous tumour on her leg, and a Tibetan terrier called Beau has complicated surgery to treat hip dysplasia. (S11 Ep3, 6) (55 minutes)
- 3:20am George Clarke's Amazing Spaces: George travels over 5,000 miles to explore the wonder of small space builds in Japan. In the Midlands, a father and daughter salvage a dilapidated tree house with a £300 budget. (S7 Ep2, 8) (55 minutes)
- 4:15am Grand Designs: Kevin McCloud meets a couple planning to buy a wreck of an old stone building in Leith, Edinburgh, and turn it into their dream home - despite a total lack of building experience. (55 minutes)
- 6:30am The King of Queens: Awed Couple: Doug and Carrie decide to find new friends in an attempt to annoy Deacon and his wife, but it's not that simple... (25 minutes)
- 6:55am The King of Queens: Cologne Ranger: Doug discovers a new aftershave that he really likes, but he decides to keep wearing it in secret despite the fact that Carrie hates it. (25 minutes)
- 7:20am The King of Queens: Domestic Disturbance: When Carrie hires a maid, Doug feels left out and hires Spence's mum. But she's a terrible cleaner, and Arthur falls for her. (25 minutes)
- 7:45am Everybody Loves Raymond: Italy (Part 1): Marie treats the family to a holiday in Rome, but Ray's not happy about the whole experience. (25 minutes)
- 8:10am Everybody Loves Raymond: Italy (Part 2): The family are still on holiday in Rome, where Robert falls for a stunning Italian beauty. (30 minutes)
- 8:40am Frasier: Mother Load (Part 2, 2): After Frasier boots Daphne's unpleasant brother out of his home, Daphne frets that she'll be left alone to deal with her horrendous mother. (30 minutes)
- 9:10am Frasier: Juvenilia: Frasier is ambushed when he agrees to appear on a seemingly innocent teen-oriented radio show but is then interrogated by the brainy high-school panel. (30 minutes)
- 9:40am Frasier: The Proposal: A fussy Niles leaves nothing to chance when he plans the perfect evening as the backdrop for asking Daphne to be his wife. (30 minutes)
- 1:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Dick builds a compost toilet for use at outside weddings, Billy and Gwendoline want to open their chateau as a wedding location, and Clive and Tanith need to win over the locals. (S1 Ep11) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : Four talented sugar crafters race against the clock in Kirstie Allsopp's cake decorating competition. There's also a yule log, some beautiful embroidery, and two mini makes. (S7 Ep1, 15) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm The Simpsons: Team Homer: Homer forms a bowling team - the Pin Pals - with Moe, Apu and Otto; but one of them has to go when Mr Burns muscles in on the team. (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm Hollyoaks: Mercedes stands her ground to protect Bobby. Diane decides it's time to move on from Tony and confides in Scott about her perfect man. A new and unlikely romance is blossoming. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm New: Save Well, Spend Better: In a bumper episode, the experts help a husband and wife who've been racking up debt since a family tragedy. And two sisters' generosity has left their bank balances in a state. (Ep5, 5) (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: 24 Hours in A&E: Lucy is rushed in after a severe seizure. Simon comes to A&E with severe neck pain. Two-year-old Sophie is in paediatrics after being sprayed in the face with a cleaning product. (S19 Ep5) (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Three Identical Strangers: The astonishing true story of three men who make the chance discovery, at the age of 19, that they are identical triplets; a discovery that unearths an extraordinary and disturbing secret. (2 hours 5 minutes)
Channel 5 (5)
- 12:50pm Neighbours: Harlow and Roxy seek a potential donor in David's psychopathic half-brother Robert. Claudia confronts Finn about his true feelings and learns where he stands with Bea and Elly. (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm Neighbours: Harlow and Roxy seek a potential donor in David's psychopathic half-brother Robert. Claudia confronts Finn about his true feelings and learns where he stands with Bea and Elly. (30 minutes)
ITV2 (6)
- 12:25am American Dad!: Roots: Animated series. Stan learns that a proposed new football stadium will destroy a sacred tree from his childhood. Steve considers surgery to increase his height. S12 Ep1 (30 minutes)
- 12:55am The Cleveland Show: Gone with the Wind: Animated spin-off from Family Guy. After being told that he has high cholesterol levels, Cleveland turns to a high-fibre diet that has embarrassing consequences. S1 Ep17 (25 minutes)
- 8:00am Emmerdale: Rhona is shaken by Graham's actions. Belle is annoyed. Laurel's caught in the middle. (30 minutes)
- 8:30am Coronation Street: Evidence begins to pile up against Robert. Tim springs a surprise proposal on Sally. Gemma and Chesney bring their babies home. (55 minutes)
- 11:15am Dress To Impress: Three guys in Manchester hope to win the affections of vintage clothes fan Tanya. S2 Ep5 (1 hour)
- 12:15pm Emmerdale: Rhona is shaken by Graham's actions. Belle is annoyed. Laurel's caught in the middle. (30 minutes)
- 12:45pm Coronation Street: Evidence begins to pile up against Robert. Tim springs a surprise proposal on Sally. Gemma and Chesney bring their babies home. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 3:50pm Dinner Date: Samantha: Dating series with a twist. Samantha from London dines with three lucky lads. Who will she want to see for seconds? S6 Ep12 (1 hour)
- 4:50pm New: Dress To Impress: Youtuber Zac is in Manchester hoping to find his dream Northern Gent. Will any of the three guys impress with their style choices? S2 Ep6 (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 6:00pm New: Dress To Impress: In London, dancer Kea hopes to be impressed by the choices of three single lads. Will any of them shine? S2 Ep7 (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: The Boxer and the Ballroom...: ...Dancer. Love Island best pals Tommy Fury and Curtis Pritchard walk in each other's shoes as Tommy trains for a ballroom dancing show and Curtis prepares for a boxing match. Ep1 (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Family Guy: A Very Special Family Guy Freakin' Christmas: Animated comedy series. Christmas gets off to a rocky start for the Griffins when Peter gives the family presents away. S3 Ep16 (30 minutes)
- 11:30pm American Dad!: The Best Christmas Story Never: Animated series about CIA agent Stan Smith and his family. An injunction prevents Langley Falls from lighting their Christmas tree. S3 Ep9 (30 minutes)
BBC FOUR (9)
- 12:55am Peaky Blinders: 4, 6. Thomas Shelby's war with the Lee family of gypsies escalates. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 1:55am Peaky Blinders: 5, 6. Thomas Shelby has to deal with an IRA chief who wants to avenge his cousin's death. Contains some strong language, some sexual content and some violence. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 2:55am Peaky Blinders: 6, 6. Thomas Shelby prepares to take on Billy Kimber but secrets divide his family. Contains some strong language, sexual content and some violence. Also in HD. (55 minutes)
- 8:00pm Iceland: Land of Ice and Fire: 5, 10. Documentary. A look at Iceland through the eyes of the animals and people that have made this wild island home. The constant volcanic threat boils over in this explosive year. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Toy Empire: The British Force...: ...Behind Star Wars Toys. The story of how Star Wars toys became the unlikely toy heroes of the 1970s. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
- 9:30pm The Galaxy Britain Built: The...: ...British Force Behind Star Wars. Superfan David Whiteley celebrates the unsung British heroes behind the first film in the Star Wars' franchise, 1977's Star Wars. Also in HD. (1 hour 30 minutes)
ITV3 (10)
- 7:55am Heartbeat: The Long View: PC Walker is tempted to bend the rules again when an old friend turns up with a proposition. But how much longer will Sergeant Miller put up with his rebellious streak? S14 Ep17 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 10:40am Agatha Christie's Marple: Why Didn't They Ask Evans?: Miss Marple must reveal the devastating truth behind a series of murders in order to solve the riddle of a dying man's enigmatic last words. S4 Ep4 (2 hours)
- 12:40pm Heartbeat: A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing: Bellamy tries to win Miller's approval by going it alone, and Vernon's prospects look bleak when the taxman comes to town. S14 Ep18 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 3:55pm Agatha Christie's Marple: They Do It with Mirrors: A murder during a dress rehearsal of an amateur stage show leads Miss Marple to unpick a conjuring trick by the murderer. S4 Ep3 (2 hours)
- 5:55pm Heartbeat: A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing: Bellamy tries to win Miller's approval by going it alone, and Vernon's prospects look bleak when the taxman comes to town. S14 Ep18 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 8:00pm Agatha Christie's Poirot: Appointment with Death: Drama. When the wealthy Lady Boynton is murdered while with her family on an archaeological hunt in Syria, Poirot is drawn into solving the mystery. S11 Ep4 (2 hours)
- 10:00pm The Bletchley Circle: San...: ...Francisco. Not Cricket: A bloodied and battered stranger collapses on Millie and Jean's doorstep, dragging them into a mysterious warring underworld. Ep5 (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Cheat: University lecturer Dr Leah Dale suspects Rose, a final-year student of cheating on an essay, but what seems to be a simple case of academic deception soon spirals out of control. Ep1 (1 hour 5 minutes)
Pick (11)
- 8:00am Border Security: Canada's...: ...Front Line. A street performer is caught in the middle of an escape act, while a cheeky bus passenger answers questions about his mischievous past. (S2, ep 2) (30 minutes)
- 8:30am Border Security: Canada's...: ...Front Line. A distinctive bag has officers seeing double, and a photographer misses the big picture. Plus, a heavily-modified truck causes concern. (S2, ep 3) (30 minutes)
- 1:00pm UK Border Force: A routine passport control check at Heathrow's Terminal 3 turns into a marathon investigation. And a cleaning company is raided during a search for illegal immigrants. (6, 8) (1 hour)
- 3:00pm Nothing To Declare: Fly-on-the-wall documentary series following the men and women who defend Australia from drug runners, illegal immigrants and terrorists. (S6, ep 17) (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Nothing To Declare: Fly-on-the-wall documentary series following the men and women who defend Australia from drug runners, illegal immigrants and terrorists. (S6, ep 18) (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm Border Security USA: Documentary exploring the extreme measures people take to break US security laws and America's desperate fight against drugs, illegal immigration and terrorism. (S1, ep 11) (1 hour)
- 5:00pm Children's Hospital: Documentary shining a light on the brave young patients and dedicated staff of the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. (S1, ep 7) (30 minutes)
- 5:30pm Children's Hospital: Documentary shining a light on the brave young patients and dedicated staff of the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. (S1, ep 8) (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm Elementary: Solve for X: Holmes tackles a top secret equation that led to a mathematician's murder, and the past comes back to haunt Watson. Jeremy Jordan (Smash) guests. (S2, ep 2) (1 hour)
E4 (13)
- 12:10am The Big Bang Theory: The Fermentation Bifurcation: The gang run into Penny's ex-boyfriend Zack at a wine bar. Bernadette, who can't drink, hangs out with Sheldon. (S9 Ep22, 24) (30 minutes)
- 12:40am The Big Bang Theory: The Line Substitution Solution: Sheldon pays Stuart to spend the afternoon shopping with Amy so that he can queue up to see a special film screening instead. (S9 Ep23, 24) (25 minutes)
- 3:05am Star Trek: Discovery: Brand new series - The Vulcan Hello: US sci-fi drama. First Officer Michael Burnham is tested when USS Shenzhou finds an object of unknown origin while patrolling Federation space. (Ep1, 15) (45 minutes)
- 3:50am Hollyoaks Omnibus: Romeo inspires the residents of Hollyoaks to start speaking French. Yasmine is hurt after confronting Edward about Finn, while Mercedes is plagued by a mystery tormentor. (2 hours 10 minutes)
- 6:00am Hollyoaks: Mercedes rethinks her recent decisions, but Breda encourages her to show the village that she's back in business. Some new evidence comes to light over the shooting. (30 minutes)
- 6:30am Hollyoaks: Liam shows off his alternative festive spirit. Breda questions Mercedes' memories from the night she was shot. Jesse gets his hopes up for his big career moment, but is he set for a fall? (30 minutes)
- 8:00am How I Met Your Mother: The Fortress: As their wedding day approaches, Robin tells Barney that she wants to begin their married life in a new home. Lily's new job takes its toll on her marriage. (S8 Ep19, 24) (30 minutes)
- 8:30am How I Met Your Mother: The Time Travellers: Barney asks Ted to go with him to see a Robots Versus Wrestlers show. Marshall and Robin argue over the invention of a new cocktail at McLaren's bar. (S8 Ep20, 24) (30 minutes)
- 10:00am The Big Bang Theory: The Closure Alternative: Amy employs a series of exercises to cure Sheldon of his compulsion to complete every task without fail and seek closure for every incident. (S6 Ep21, 24) (30 minutes)
- 10:30am The Big Bang Theory: The Proton Resurgence: Leonard and Sheldon hire Professor Proton, the host of a TV science show they watched as children, to come to their flat and entertain them. (S6 Ep22, 24) (30 minutes)
- 11:00am The Goldbergs: Mister Knifey-Hands: When Jackie's parents allow Adam to watch a horror film, a disagreement between the families ensues. Erica hangs out at her old high school. (S6 Ep5, 23) (30 minutes)
- 11:30am The Goldbergs: Fiddler: Murray becomes an overzealous stage parent when he learns that Adam has no interest in auditioning for the school production of Fiddler on the Roof. (S6 Ep6, 23) (30 minutes)
- 12:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Halloween III: The third instalment of Peralta and Holt's 'Halloween heist' involves a tie-breaking contest to be crowned Amazing Detective Slash Genius. (S3 Ep5, 23) (30 minutes)
- 12:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Into the Woods: Peralta and Boyle persuade Jeffords to join them on a weekend trip to a cabin in the woods, but it isn't the fun excursion they'd hoped for. (S3 Ep6, 23) (30 minutes)
- 1:00pm The Big Bang Theory: Pilot: The first ever episode of the hit sitcom. Leonard and Sheldon's ignorance of women seems set to change when the beautiful Penny moves in next door. (S1 Ep1, 17) (30 minutes)
- 1:30pm The Big Bang Theory: The Big Bran Hypothesis: Bothered by how messy Penny's flat is, Sheldon sneaks in to clean and organise it, but Penny isn't best pleased when she finds out. (S1 Ep2, 17) (30 minutes)
- 3:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: The 9-8: The Nine-Nine play host to officers from nearby precinct the Nine-Eight when their station house is flooded, reuniting Peralta with his old partner. (S3 Ep15, 23) (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: House Mouses: Peralta insults Hitchcock and Scully's work ethic, so they try to get involved in a dangerous investigation in an attempt to prove themselves. (S3 Ep16, 23) (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm The Goldbergs: My Valentine Boy: Erica and Valley Erica find a new band member to replace Lainey. Adam and Murray plot to escape from Valentine's Day dinner with Beverly. (S6 Ep15) (30 minutes)
- 4:30pm The Goldbergs: There Can Be Only One Highlander Club: Adam and Johnny Atkins compete to become head of the Highlander Club at school, though Beverly would prefer them to bond. (S6 Ep16) (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm The Big Bang Theory: The Pancake Batter Anomaly: Penny volunteers to nurse Sheldon when he's sick. However, his friends know how miserable he is when he's ill and stay well away from him. (S1 Ep11, 17) (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm The Big Bang Theory: The Jerusalem Duality: Sheldon's confidence is shaken to the core when he encounters Dennis, a 15-year-old physicist who is clearly much brighter than he is. (S1 Ep12, 17) (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Hollyoaks: Mercedes wonders whether she's made the right decision when her safety is threatened again. Mitchell's plans to see Scott are thwarted by the Deverauxs' Christmas day out. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm The Big Bang Theory: The Bus Pants Utilization: Leonard's idea for a smartphone application derails his friendship with Sheldon as they fight for control of the project. (S4 Ep12, 24) (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm The Big Bang Theory: The Love Car Displacement: Tensions are high when Bernadette runs into her hulk of an ex-boyfriend at a science conference, leaving Howard feeling threatened. (S4 Ep13, 24) (30 minutes)
- 10:00pm First Dates at Christmas: Fresh singletons visit the restaurant and some favourite daters return for a special episode celebrating Fred and his team's successes, engagements and the first First Dates baby! (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:05pm The Big Bang Theory: The Convergence Convergence: Conflict arises when Leonard's recently divorced parents and Sheldon's devoutly religious mother are all in town at the same time. (S9 Ep24, 24) (30 minutes)
- 11:35pm The Big Bang Theory: The Conjugal Conjecture: The gang face an awkward morning after Sheldon's mother and Leonard's father share an evening together, and Penny's family arrives. (S10 Ep1, 24) (30 minutes)
Film4 (14)
- 11:00am Journey to the Center of the Earth: (1959) Fantasy adventure starring James Mason, Pat Boone and Diane Baker. An expedition to the centre of the planet unexpectedly encounters a villainous rival and prehistoric beasts. (2 hours 40 minutes)
- 6:55pm X-Men: (2000) Violent superhero fantasy starring Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen. Superpowered mutants fight over whether to control or co-exist with regular humans. Also starring Hugh Jackman. (2 hours 5 minutes)
- 9:00pm Miss Peregrine's Home for...: ...Peculiar Children: (2016) Eva Green and Asa Butterfield star in Tim Burton's fantasy adventure. A teenager enters the magical but scary and violent world his grandfather grew up in. (2 hours 30 minutes)
Channel 4+1 (15)
- 12:00am Travel Man: 48 Hours in Dubrovnik: Richard Ayoade does Dubrovnik with comedian Stephen Merchant, including a Game of Thrones tour, a buggy safari, and a ferry to the cursed island of Lokrum. (S9 Ep1, 4) (30 minutes)
- 1:35am Labor Day: (2013) Intense drama starring Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin. A single mother is forced to give refuge to an escaped convict, and finds a romantic relationship developing. Distressing scenes. (1 hour 50 minutes)
- 3:25am The Supervet: A tortoiseshell cat called Betsy needs a bionic implant to clear a cancerous tumour on her leg, and a Tibetan terrier called Beau has complicated surgery to treat hip dysplasia. (S11 Ep3, 6) (55 minutes)
- 4:20am George Clarke's Amazing Spaces: George travels over 5,000 miles to explore the wonder of small space builds in Japan. In the Midlands, a father and daughter salvage a dilapidated tree house with a £300 budget. (S7 Ep2, 8) (55 minutes)
- 5:15am Grand Designs: Kevin McCloud meets a couple planning to buy a wreck of an old stone building in Leith, Edinburgh, and turn it into their dream home - despite a total lack of building experience. (55 minutes)
- 7:30am The King of Queens: Awed Couple: Doug and Carrie decide to find new friends in an attempt to annoy Deacon and his wife, but it's not that simple... (25 minutes)
- 7:55am The King of Queens: Cologne Ranger: Doug discovers a new aftershave that he really likes, but he decides to keep wearing it in secret despite the fact that Carrie hates it. (25 minutes)
- 8:20am The King of Queens: Domestic Disturbance: When Carrie hires a maid, Doug feels left out and hires Spence's mum. But she's a terrible cleaner, and Arthur falls for her. (25 minutes)
- 8:45am Everybody Loves Raymond: Italy (Part 1): Marie treats the family to a holiday in Rome, but Ray's not happy about the whole experience. (25 minutes)
- 9:10am Everybody Loves Raymond: Italy (Part 2): The family are still on holiday in Rome, where Robert falls for a stunning Italian beauty. (30 minutes)
- 9:40am Frasier: Mother Load (Part 2, 2): After Frasier boots Daphne's unpleasant brother out of his home, Daphne frets that she'll be left alone to deal with her horrendous mother. (30 minutes)
- 10:10am Frasier: Juvenilia: Frasier is ambushed when he agrees to appear on a seemingly innocent teen-oriented radio show but is then interrogated by the brainy high-school panel. (30 minutes)
- 10:40am Frasier: The Proposal: A fussy Niles leaves nothing to chance when he plans the perfect evening as the backdrop for asking Daphne to be his wife. (30 minutes)
- 2:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Dick builds a compost toilet for use at outside weddings, Billy and Gwendoline want to open their chateau as a wedding location, and Clive and Tanith need to win over the locals. (S1 Ep11) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 6:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : Four talented sugar crafters race against the clock in Kirstie Allsopp's cake decorating competition. There's also a yule log, some beautiful embroidery, and two mini makes. (S7 Ep1, 15) (1 hour)
- 7:00pm The Simpsons: Team Homer: Homer forms a bowling team - the Pin Pals - with Moe, Apu and Otto; but one of them has to go when Mr Burns muscles in on the team. (30 minutes)
- 7:30pm Hollyoaks: Mercedes stands her ground to protect Bobby. Diane decides it's time to move on from Tony and confides in Scott about her perfect man. A new and unlikely romance is blossoming. (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm New: Save Well, Spend Better: In a bumper episode, the experts help a husband and wife who've been racking up debt since a family tragedy. And two sisters' generosity has left their bank balances in a state. (Ep5, 5) (1 hour)
- 10:00pm New: 24 Hours in A&E: Lucy is rushed in after a severe seizure. Simon comes to A&E with severe neck pain. Two-year-old Sophie is in paediatrics after being sprayed in the face with a cleaning product. (S19 Ep5) (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Three Identical Strangers: The astonishing true story of three men who make the chance discovery, at the age of 19, that they are identical triplets; a discovery that unearths an extraordinary and disturbing secret. (2 hours 5 minutes)
More 4 (18)
- 12:05am 999: What's Your Emergency?: Police launch a murder investigation when two people are stabbed by a stranger. But all may not be as it seems in a case that raises difficult questions about why people carry knives. (1 hour)
- 1:05am Emergency Helicopter Medics: Brand new series: In Hartlepool, the heli-medics are tasked with treating a man hit by a train. Cyclist Trevor suffers serious injuries after a collision with a car. (S3 Ep6) (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 2:15am A Big Lego Christmas: A look behind the scenes as the world's most profitable toy maker opens its biggest-ever Lego store in London. And Lego designer Justin's first-ever kit finally hits the shelves. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 3:20am Food Unwrapped: Kate discovers how that the way you drink tea can affect its taste. Matt investigates the difference between bubble gum and chewing gum, and discovers an unusual use for used gum. (S15 Ep4) (30 minutes)
- 8:55am Food Unwrapped: What in nature provides the natural bright blue dye in our sweets? Why is there jelly in our pork pies and how does it get there? And why is soft shell crab such a delicacy? (S15 Ep5) (35 minutes)
- 4:50pm The Secret Life of the Zoo: Three of Chester Zoo's rare onagers are pregnant at the same time. A flamingo loses interest in mothering her chick. And a baby macaque gets picked on by some older females. (S7 Ep6) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:55pm The Supervet at Christmas : It's Christmas at Fitzpatrick Referrals and Professor Noel has to muster all his skills to treat three very special patients: a rescue puppy, a Dalmatian, and a Labrador from Switzerland. (1 hour)
- 7:55pm Escape to the Chateau: As wedding season comes to the chateau, Dick and Angel's lives are about to get busier. Then there's the barn, the van and the lime trees to contend with as tensions rise. (S3 Ep3, 3) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 10:00pm 24 Hours in A&E: This shocking episode follows three women who are stabbed in broad daylight in a random attack at a supermarket car park in Surrey and rushed to St George's. (S14 Ep3, 9) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:05pm Emergency Helicopter Medics: Brand new series: In Hartlepool, the heli-medics are tasked with treating a man hit by a train. Cyclist Trevor suffers serious injuries after a collision with a car. (S3 Ep6) (1 hour 5 minutes)
Dave (19)
- 12:00pm James May's Cars of the People: James May's Cars of the People, 2: Top Gear's hairiest host explores the weird world of the microcar, revisiting Britain's infamous three-wheeled disasters as well as French deathtraps. (1 hour)
- 5:00pm Top Gear: Strap in for a spin with Jeremy, James and Richard. Here, the chaps attempt to build their own electric car, while the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car is actor Michael Sheen. (1 hour)
Drama (20)
- 6:00pm Porridge: No Way Out: Christmas special from 1975. The festive season falls upon the inmates of Slade and finds them planning an escape. But Fletch plans to spend some time in the infirmary. (1 hour)
- 7:00pm Porridge: The Desperate Hours: Comedy legend Ronnie Barker stars as Fletch in this Christmas special. Fletcher plans some festive spirit at Slade in the form of his very own homemade liquor. (1 hour)
- 10:00pm New Tricks: The One That Got Away: Amanda Redman stars, perhaps for the last time, in the popular crime drama. Pullman seizes the chance to solve a murder linked to her first case. (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 11:10pm Silent Witness: Sniper's Nest: Emilia Fox stars in a thrilling feature-length episode. When three people are shot in a petrol station the team faces a sniper at large in London. (2 hours 20 minutes)
5 USA (21)
- 1:50am CSI: New York: Forbidden Fruit. A woman dies during a Christmas dinner involving 'miracle fruit', while Stella gets in trouble while investigating a murder linked to a Greek diplomat. (S5 Ep 11) (1 hour)
- 10:15am CSI: New York: Sex, Lies and Silicone: US crime drama series. The murder of a fixer threatens to expose a web of deceit that goes to the top of society, leaving a number of luminaries feeling nervous. (S5 E... (55 minutes)
- 4:00pm Murder She Wrote: Drama series about a novelist who solves real-life murder mysteries. Tempers flare in Cabot Cove over the planned construction of a hotel. (S2 Ep 2) (1 hour)
- 5:00pm Murder She Wrote: Sleuthing scribe Jessica Fletcher investigates another murder. Jessica's niece acts in a soap opera in which a pretend victim is discovered really dead. (S2 Ep 3) (1 hour 5 minutes)
ITV4 (24)
- 12:10am Rocky: Oscar-winning boxing drama starring Sylvester Stallone and Talia Shire, 1976. A small-time boxer gets a chance at glory when he is challenged by heavyweight champion Apollo Creed. (1 hour 20 minutes)
- 9:15am Minder: The Wrong Goodbye: A local property developer offers to buy Arthur's lock-up and car lot. Terry suspects that the deal is bent and turns to DS Jones for help. S7 Ep6 (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 11:30am The Professionals: Operation Susie: Action-packed drama series about two criminal intelligence agents. The team uncover a drug trafficking operation involving two South American students in London. S4 Ep9 (1 hour)
- 3:45pm Minder: The Loneliness of the Long Distance Entrepreneur: After Terry goes missing, Arthur Daley returns with a new minder - his nephew Ray - and ambitions to move into Europe. S8 Ep1 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 4:50pm The Professionals: You'll Be Alright: Action-packed drama series about two criminal intelligence agents. Bodie and Doyle find themselves protecting the family of a notorious criminal. S4 Ep10 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 9:00pm Magnum Force: Crime sequel starring Clint Eastwood and David Soul, 1973. 'Dirty Harry' Callahan takes on a gang of vigilante policemen who are terrorising San Francisco's criminal underbelly. (1 hour)
- 10:05pm Magnum Force: Crime sequel starring Clint Eastwood and David Soul, 1973. 'Dirty Harry' Callahan takes on a gang of vigilante policemen who are terrorising San Francisco's criminal underbelly. (1 hour 30 minutes)
- 11:35pm Demolition Man: Action starring Sylvester Stallone and Wesley Snipes, 1993. A police officer is brought out of suspended animation to track his former nemesis in a non-violent future society. (1 hour)
Yesterday (25)
- 12:00am Abandoned Engineering: Palace of Death (Aerotrain): A seemingly endless concrete line stretching through the French countryside, which sits as a monument to a discarded engineering advancement. (1 hour)
- 2:00am History's Ultimate Spies: Sir Francis Walsingham: History's scheming spymasters in profile. Hear all about the remarkable cunning of Francis Walsingham, whose spy network foiled many plots against Queen Elizabeth I. (1 hour)
- 6:00am Raiders of the Lost Past: The Men Who Found the Maya: The 19th-century expeditions of John L Stephens and Frederick Catherwood altered our view of the Maya civilisation. Hear about their amazing adventures. (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 12:00pm Impossible Railways: Extreme Wilderness: Since their meteoric rise in the 19th Century, railways have been at the forefront of modern engineering. They've conquered dizzying altitudes, wilderness, seas and cities. (1 hour)
- 2:00pm Attenborough's Natural Curiosities: Life in the Dark: Sir David Attenborough looks at nature's most amazing animals. In this episode it is the giant squid and owls. (30 minutes)
- 2:30pm Attenborough's Natural Curiosities: Curious Imposters: Sir David Attenborough shines the spotlight on nature's most extraordinary creatures. Looking at cuckoos and the way the death's-head hawkmoth steals honey. (30 minutes)
- 3:00pm Life In The Undergrowth: Invasion of the Land: The esteemed David Attenborough reveals how animals first colonised the land over 400 million years ago. A look at a host of millipedes, slugs and worms. (1 hour)
- 4:00pm Impossible Engineering: AT&T Stadium: Home of the Dallas Cowboys, the impressive AT&T Stadium in Texas has a retractable roof and can hold over 100,000 people. Find out how this $1.3bn arena was constructed. (1 hour)
- 7:00pm Impossible Railways: Building Bridges: Since their rise in the 19th Century, railways have been at the forefront of modern engineering and transport, conquering dizzying altitudes, wilderness, seas and cities. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Steam Train Britain: Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railway are celebrating their annual Victorian Weekend, while in south Devon, silver service waiter Andy Leech runs the three-course Sunday lunch. (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Porridge: The Desperate Hours: Comedy legend Ronnie Barker stars as Fletch in this Christmas special. Fletcher plans some festive spirit at Slade in the form of his very own homemade liquor. (1 hour)
ITVBe (26)
- 6:00am Be Beautiful: Anchal Seda: Make-up tutorial. Make-up artist Anchal Seda shows how to create a classic Ariana Grande-inspired look, complete with high ponytail. S2 Ep6 (10 minutes)
- 12:00pm Be Beautiful: Melanie Murphy: Beauty experts host a series of make-up tutorials. Today, Melanie Murphy shows you how to create the perfect Kylie Jenner-inspired 90s look. S1 Ep3 (10 minutes)
- 3:05pm Celebrity Dinner Date: Ashley James: Celebrity edition of the culinary dating show. Former Made in Chelsea star Ashley James chooses three dates from five menus. S5 Ep12 (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Botched: The Boob Fountain of Youth: A drag queen seeks Dr Dubrow's expertise to rejuvenate his old breast implants (and career), Dr Nassif tackles a severe nose deformity. S4 Ep1 (1 hour)
ITV2 +1 (27)
- 12:00am Family Guy: Shanksgiving: Peter searches for a way to avoid Lois's special family Thanksgiving dinner and resorts to getting arrested. Plus, a big secret of Stewie's is revealed. S18 Ep8 (30 minutes)
- 12:30am American Dad!: Oretron Trail: Roger starts to worry about what life will be like if he outlives the Smiths. Plus, Klaus decides to open a convenience store in the family's attic. S14 Ep12 (25 minutes)
- 12:55am American Dad!: Mean Francine: Francine becomes the new school guidance counsellor and soon falls in with a group of tough girls. Meanwhile, Jeff loses his beloved hat. S14 Ep13 (30 minutes)
- 1:25am American Dad!: Roots: Animated series. Stan learns that a proposed new football stadium will destroy a sacred tree from his childhood. Steve considers surgery to increase his height. S12 Ep1 (30 minutes)
- 1:55am The Cleveland Show: Gone with the Wind: Animated spin-off from Family Guy. After being told that he has high cholesterol levels, Cleveland turns to a high-fibre diet that has embarrassing consequences. S1 Ep17 (25 minutes)
- 9:00am Emmerdale: Rhona is shaken by Graham's actions. Belle is annoyed. Laurel's caught in the middle. (30 minutes)
- 9:30am Coronation Street: Evidence begins to pile up against Robert. Tim springs a surprise proposal on Sally. Gemma and Chesney bring their babies home. (55 minutes)
- 12:15pm Dress To Impress: Three guys in Manchester hope to win the affections of vintage clothes fan Tanya. S2 Ep5 (1 hour)
- 1:15pm Emmerdale: Rhona is shaken by Graham's actions. Belle is annoyed. Laurel's caught in the middle. (30 minutes)
- 1:45pm Coronation Street: Evidence begins to pile up against Robert. Tim springs a surprise proposal on Sally. Gemma and Chesney bring their babies home. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 4:50pm Dinner Date: Samantha: Dating series with a twist. Samantha from London dines with three lucky lads. Who will she want to see for seconds? S6 Ep12 (1 hour)
- 5:50pm New: Dress To Impress: Youtuber Zac is in Manchester hoping to find his dream Northern Gent. Will any of the three guys impress with their style choices? S2 Ep6 (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 7:00pm New: Dress To Impress: In London, dancer Kea hopes to be impressed by the choices of three single lads. Will any of them shine? S2 Ep7 (1 hour)
- 10:00pm New: The Boxer and the Ballroom Dancer: Love Island best pals Tommy Fury and Curtis Pritchard walk in each other's shoes as Tommy trains for a ballroom dancing show and Curtis prepares for a boxing match. Ep1 (1 hour)
5STAR (30)
- 1:00am Rich Kids Go Skint: Observational series following rich kids who move in with families struggling to make ends meet. A week with Pete, Mandy and their five kids is not Sophie's idea of fun. (S4 Ep 2) (1 hour)
- 3:00pm Neighbours: Harlow and Roxy seek a potential donor in David's psychopathic half-brother Robert. Claudia confronts Finn about his true feelings and learns where he stands with Bea and Elly. (35 minutes)
- 6:30pm Neighbours: Harlow and Roxy seek a potential donor in David's psychopathic half-brother Robert. Claudia confronts Finn about his true feelings and learns where he stands with Bea and Elly. (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm New: Rich Kids, Skint Christmas: Observational series following rich kids who move in with struggling families. April spends Christmas with the Burke family, former children's entertainers. (S3 Ep 7) (1 hour)
5Spike (31)
- 12:10am Sabotage: Action film starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sam Worthington. When a team of agents steal millions of dollars in drugs money, they are killed one by one. (2013) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 9:00am The A-Team: Classic action adventure series. The team attempt to infiltrate a prison where the inmates are made to fight like gladiators for the amusement of high-stakes gamblers. (S1 Ep 4) (1 hour)
- 10:00am The A-Team: Classic action drama series. The team tackle a group of corrupt police officers hiring themselves out as killers. (S1 Ep 5) (1 hour)
- 5:00pm The A-Team: Classic action drama series. When the team arrive in a small town for a friend's funeral, five hoodlum brothers try to force them to leave. (S1 Ep 14) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm The A-Team: Classic action drama series. Hannibal and the team fly to South Africa to save a client's diamond mine from ruthless intruders, taking with them a dangerous cargo. (S2 Ep 1) (1 hour)
ITV +1 (33)
- 8:00pm Emmerdale: Kim's triumphant when her plan works. Dawn's left gutted by some news. Leanna and Jacob rekindle their friendship. (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm Coronation Street: Robert and Paula pick over the evidence against him. Chesney and Gemma get by with a little help from their friends. Tim discovers that his plan is fundamentally flawed. (30 minutes)
- 9:30pm Coronation Street: Michelle's revelation prompts the police to charge Robert. Gemma feels under scrutiny during the Freshcos photo shoot. Roy shows an interest in Richard's hobby. (30 minutes)
- 10:00pm New: Sticks and Stones: Sales associate Thomas Benson starts to think his colleagues may be out to get him after he panics and faints at a pitch presentation. Ep1 (1 hour)
- 11:45pm Bancroft: Detective Superintendent Elizabeth Bancroft leads the charge against a violent gang while DS Katherine Stevens is given a cold murder case, but the pair's paths soon cross. S1 Ep1 (1 hour)
ITV3+1 (34)
- 9:00pm Agatha Christie's Poirot: Appointment with Death: Drama. When the wealthy Lady Boynton is murdered while with her family on an archaeological hunt in Syria, Poirot is drawn into solving the mystery. S11 Ep4 (2 hours)
- 11:00pm The Bletchley Circle: San...: ...Francisco. Not Cricket: A bloodied and battered stranger collapses on Millie and Jean's doorstep, dragging them into a mysterious warring underworld. Ep5 (1 hour)
Channel 5+1 (44)
- 1:50pm Neighbours: Harlow and Roxy seek a potential donor in David's psychopathic half-brother Robert. Claudia confronts Finn about his true feelings and learns where he stands with Bea and Elly. (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Neighbours: Harlow and Roxy seek a potential donor in David's psychopathic half-brother Robert. Claudia confronts Finn about his true feelings and learns where he stands with Bea and Elly. (30 minutes)
Challenge (46)
- 12:00am Classic Who Wants To Be A...: ...Millionaire. A classic episode of the award-winning quiz show presented by Chris Tarrant in which contestants can win up to one million pounds. (1 hour)
- 1:00am Classic Who Wants To Be A...: ...Millionaire. A classic episode of the award-winning quiz show presented by Chris Tarrant in which contestants can win up to one million pounds. (1 hour)
- 11:00am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 11:30am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 12:00pm Wheel of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. Contestants spin the wheel to determine how many points are up for grabs. (30 minutes)
- 12:30pm Wheel of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. Contestants spin the wheel to determine how many points are up for grabs. (30 minutes)
- 10:00pm Classic Who Wants To Be A...: ...Millionaire. A classic episode of the award-winning quiz show presented by Chris Tarrant in which contestants can win up to one million pounds. (1 hour)
4seven (47)
- 12:50am Christmas at Chatsworth House: A look behind the scenes as a Duke, Duchess and 800 staff prepare for an influx of 200,000 visitors to the great stately home during Christmas. Will unprecedented flooding spoil the fun? (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 1:55am The Secret Life of the Zoo at...: ...Christmas: As the festive season approaches at Chester, the youngsters across the zoo, from giraffes to monkeys, are about to have their first Christmas, and there's other newbies, too. (1 hour)
- 2:55am The Supervet: A beloved overweight bulldog called Buster needs new knees. And a pug called Doug requires a risky spinal surgery to remove a cyst, with no guarantee he will recover. (S11 Ep2, 6) (1 hour)
- 3:55am Kirstie's Handmade Christmas: Kirstie Allsopp returns with more Christmas ideas. From makes that transform the home to indulgent food and drink, it's guaranteed to make everyone feel fabulously festive. (1 hour)
- 12:00pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Mandy and Steve decide to build a swimming pool at their Dordogne chateau. Michael invites Angel to do afternoon tea for the locals. Philip and Angelina go furniture shopping. (S1 Ep6) (1 hour)
- 3:00pm Everybody Loves Raymond: The Getaway: Ray and Debra go away for a romantic weekend but worry that they are boring. Back home, Robert babysits the kids. (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Everybody Loves Raymond: Working Girl: When Debra gets a job, Ray is unhappy about helping with the housework and Marie worries about the effect it will have on the family. (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm Frasier: The Two Hundredth Episode: Frasier celebrates his 200th radio broadcast and has tapes of every show except one. But it turns out an obsessive fan has the recording. (30 minutes)
- 4:30pm Frasier: Sharing Kirby: Frasier and Niles befriend Kirby when they learn that his girlfriend's grandfather is a well-known wine connoisseur. (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : Four talented sugar crafters race against the clock in Kirstie Allsopp's cake decorating competition. There's also a yule log, some beautiful embroidery, and two mini makes. (S7 Ep1, 15) (1 hour)
- 8:00pm The Secret Life of the Zoo at...: ...Christmas: As the festive season approaches at Chester, the youngsters across the zoo, from giraffes to monkeys, are about to have their first Christmas, and there's other newbies, too. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Logan: (2017) Superhero adventure starring Hugh Jackman and Dafne Keen. Logan is tasked with protecting a girl who has similar abilities to his Wolverine alter-ego. Gory violence, strong language. (2 hours 40 minutes)
- 11:40pm Gogglebox: What do the armchair critics make of The Crown; I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!; Not the Robbie Williams Christmas Show; Made in Chelsea: Buenos Aires; and The Apprentice? (S14 Ep14) (1 hour 5 minutes)
5SELECT (55)
- 2:00am CSI: Miami: Bolt Action: Crime drama series. The CSIs search for an inventive murderer when three fit, young beach volleyball players drop dead during a charity game (3, 25). (55 minutes)
- 2:55am CSI: Miami: In Plane Sight: Crime drama series. A crooked investment broker is murdered and stuffed into the chemical toilet of a luxury private jet. (S8 Ep 4) (1 hour)
- 2:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Observational documentary series. Three patients with worrying abdominal problems consult the Balham Park doctors. (S3 Ep 34) (1 hour)
- 3:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. A carer who looks after her 100-year old mother with advanced dementia 24, 7, and a depressed young single mum and victim of violence consult the doctors. (S3 Ep 35) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 6:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. The doctors treat patients with a range of sports-related injuries, including a professional golfer who got a bad back from lifting his baby. (S3 Ep 36) (1 hour)
- 7:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. The doctors of Balham Park Surgery treat victims of accidents, including a young girl whose hair was ripped out by a whisk, and a woman who fell off her moped. (S3 Ep 37) (1 hour)
Dave ja vu (79)
- 1:00pm James May's Cars of the People: James May's Cars of the People, 2: Top Gear's hairiest host explores the weird world of the microcar, revisiting Britain's infamous three-wheeled disasters as well as French deathtraps. (1 hour)
- 6:00pm Top Gear: Strap in for a spin with Jeremy, James and Richard. Here, the chaps attempt to build their own electric car, while the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car is actor Michael Sheen. (1 hour)
BBC ONE HD (101)
- 10:00am Homes Under the Hammer: 16, 80. Martel is in Gillingham in Kent, revisiting a detached house she first saw in 2017. Martin visits a semi in Walsall, while Dion looks at a terrace in Stoke-on-Trent. (1 hour)
- 11:00am Island Medics: 6, 10. Patients from Britain's most remote community - on Fair Isle, south of Shetland - wait for a break in the weather to make the trip for important operations. (45 minutes)
- 12:15pm Bargain Hunt: Charlie Ross discovers the history of Christmas pantomimes while Charles Hanson and David Harper lead the red and blue teams to festive bargains at Wetherby Racecourse. (45 minutes)
- 1:45pm Doctors: 28, 196. Ruhma has surprise news for a pregnant young woman in police custody. (30 minutes)
- 2:15pm Father Brown: 10, 10. Period drama series. Following reports of Flambeau's death, Father Brown races to protect a crown that contains a nail from Christ's crucifixion. (45 minutes)
- 3:00pm Escape to the Country: 5, 25. Jules Hudson heads to south Wales with a couple who are looking for a country home. (45 minutes)
- 3:45pm Garden Rescue: 9, 30. Garden renovation series. The team is in Liphook to meet Anne and Shaun, who have a big garden and a daughter who has her own ideas on what makes a perfect outdoor space. (45 minutes)
- 8:00pm EastEnders: Phil's suspicions are piqued, Martin makes a surprising move, and Stuart manages to save the day. (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm A Berry Royal Christmas: Join Mary Berry for a very festive Christmas as she visits a host of charities across the country, the staff of which work throughout the holidays. (1 hour)
BBC TWO HD (102)
- 2:35am Holby City: 50, 53. Jac has to face some home truths when she is visited by the three wise men, and Chloe gets some life-changing news. (1 hour)
- 7:15am Island Medics: 5, 10. A 95-year-old navy veteran is winched from the deck of a cruise ship, having lain undiscovered in his cabin for 11 hours. (45 minutes)
- 8:00am Mountain Vets: 4, 6. Maurice delivers a valuable litter of 11 sniffer dogs, Rachel operates on a therapy dog with possible cancerous skin growths, and a woman with Asperger's adopts a wild bird. (1 hour)
- 1:30pm The Best Christmas Food Ever: Paul Ainsworth and Catherine Fulvio are joined by presenter Dominic Littlewood as they share culinary secrets, perfect for creating delicious festive flavours for Christmas. (45 minutes)
- 4:30pm The Hairy Bikers Home for...: ...Christmas. 7, 11. The Hairy Bikers create mouthwatering festive dishes and get into the spirit of the season with special guest Sally Lindsay. (45 minutes)
- 7:00pm Inside the Christmas Factory: Exploring the fascinating factory processes behind Christmas cake, baubles, brandy and more. And why Christmas tree lights are called fairy lights. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Responsible Child: Factual drama following the story of Ray, a young boy on the cusp of adolescence who finds himself standing trial for murder. Contains strong language, some violence and disturbing scenes. (1 hour 30 minutes)
- 11:20pm Love & Friendship: Drama. Lady Susan temporarily moves in with her sister-in-law. Together with her best friend, she contrives sly plans to get her daughter and herself a husband. (1 hour 30 minutes)
ITV HD (103)
- 7:00pm Emmerdale: Kim's triumphant when her plan works. Dawn's left gutted by some news. Leanna and Jacob rekindle their friendship. (30 minutes)
- 7:30pm Coronation Street: Robert and Paula pick over the evidence against him. Chesney and Gemma get by with a little help from their friends. Tim discovers that his plan is fundamentally flawed. (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm Coronation Street: Michelle's revelation prompts the police to charge Robert. Gemma feels under scrutiny during the Freshcos photo shoot. Roy shows an interest in Richard's hobby. (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm New: Sticks and Stones: Sales associate Thomas Benson starts to think his colleagues may be out to get him after he panics and faints at a pitch presentation. Ep1 (1 hour)
- 10:45pm Bancroft: Detective Superintendent Elizabeth Bancroft leads the charge against a violent gang while DS Katherine Stevens is given a cold murder case, but the pair's paths soon cross. S1 Ep1 (1 hour)
Channel 4 HD (104)
- 12:35am Labor Day: (2013) Intense drama starring Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin. A single mother is forced to give refuge to an escaped convict, and finds a romantic relationship developing. Distressing scenes. (1 hour 50 minutes)
- 2:25am The Supervet: A tortoiseshell cat called Betsy needs a bionic implant to clear a cancerous tumour on her leg, and a Tibetan terrier called Beau has complicated surgery to treat hip dysplasia. (S11 Ep3, 6) (55 minutes)
- 3:20am George Clarke's Amazing Spaces: George travels over 5,000 miles to explore the wonder of small space builds in Japan. In the Midlands, a father and daughter salvage a dilapidated tree house with a £300 budget. (S7 Ep2, 8) (55 minutes)
- 4:15am Grand Designs: Kevin McCloud meets a couple planning to buy a wreck of an old stone building in Leith, Edinburgh, and turn it into their dream home - despite a total lack of building experience. (55 minutes)
- 6:30am The King of Queens: Awed Couple: Doug and Carrie decide to find new friends in an attempt to annoy Deacon and his wife, but it's not that simple... (25 minutes)
- 6:55am The King of Queens: Cologne Ranger: Doug discovers a new aftershave that he really likes, but he decides to keep wearing it in secret despite the fact that Carrie hates it. (25 minutes)
- 7:20am The King of Queens: Domestic Disturbance: When Carrie hires a maid, Doug feels left out and hires Spence's mum. But she's a terrible cleaner, and Arthur falls for her. (25 minutes)
- 7:45am Everybody Loves Raymond: Italy (Part 1): Marie treats the family to a holiday in Rome, but Ray's not happy about the whole experience. (25 minutes)
- 8:10am Everybody Loves Raymond: Italy (Part 2): The family are still on holiday in Rome, where Robert falls for a stunning Italian beauty. (30 minutes)
- 8:40am Frasier: Mother Load (Part 2, 2): After Frasier boots Daphne's unpleasant brother out of his home, Daphne frets that she'll be left alone to deal with her horrendous mother. (30 minutes)
- 9:10am Frasier: Juvenilia: Frasier is ambushed when he agrees to appear on a seemingly innocent teen-oriented radio show but is then interrogated by the brainy high-school panel. (30 minutes)
- 9:40am Frasier: The Proposal: A fussy Niles leaves nothing to chance when he plans the perfect evening as the backdrop for asking Daphne to be his wife. (30 minutes)
- 1:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Dick builds a compost toilet for use at outside weddings, Billy and Gwendoline want to open their chateau as a wedding location, and Clive and Tanith need to win over the locals. (S1 Ep11) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : Four talented sugar crafters race against the clock in Kirstie Allsopp's cake decorating competition. There's also a yule log, some beautiful embroidery, and two mini makes. (S7 Ep1, 15) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm The Simpsons: Team Homer: Homer forms a bowling team - the Pin Pals - with Moe, Apu and Otto; but one of them has to go when Mr Burns muscles in on the team. (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm Hollyoaks: Mercedes stands her ground to protect Bobby. Diane decides it's time to move on from Tony and confides in Scott about her perfect man. A new and unlikely romance is blossoming. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm New: Save Well, Spend Better: In a bumper episode, the experts help a husband and wife who've been racking up debt since a family tragedy. And two sisters' generosity has left their bank balances in a state. (Ep5, 5) (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: 24 Hours in A&E: Lucy is rushed in after a severe seizure. Simon comes to A&E with severe neck pain. Two-year-old Sophie is in paediatrics after being sprayed in the face with a cleaning product. (S19 Ep5) (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Three Identical Strangers: The astonishing true story of three men who make the chance discovery, at the age of 19, that they are identical triplets; a discovery that unearths an extraordinary and disturbing secret. (2 hours 5 minutes)
Channel 5 HD (105)
- 12:50pm Neighbours: Harlow and Roxy seek a potential donor in David's psychopathic half-brother Robert. Claudia confronts Finn about his true feelings and learns where he stands with Bea and Elly. (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm Neighbours: Harlow and Roxy seek a potential donor in David's psychopathic half-brother Robert. Claudia confronts Finn about his true feelings and learns where he stands with Bea and Elly. (30 minutes)
CBBC (201)
- 7:25am Danger Mouse: Frankensquawk's Monster. Animated series. When Professor Squawkencluck's mum comes to visit, a gigantic, enraged rubbish monster is not far behind. (10 minutes)
- 8:00am Odd Squad: There Might Be Dragons. The Odd Squad investigate strange events. When the power goes out in the HQ, the Odd Squad must find a way to control the temperature of dragon eggs. (10 minutes)
- 8:25am The Boy in the Dress: One-off family comedy. Dennis is an ordinary boy but he feels different. He creates a whole new persona and puts it to the ultimate test - can a boy wear a dress? (1 hour)
- 10:25am Our School: A Brand New Term. What's in store for Rio and his mates as they start secondary school for the first time? (20 minutes)
- 10:45am Our School: A Class Full of Chickens. The students look after a hatchery of newly born chicks. Year 8's Kaitlyn soon gets very attached. But the chicks can't stay in school forever... (20 minutes)
- 2:45pm The Dumping Ground: Go Fish. Bec wastes no time in making an impression on her first day at Ashdene Ridge by making a fire in the back garden. With Taz and Sid spooked, Bec's mysterious past comes to light. (30 minutes)
- 4:20pm Odd Squad: Olympia's Day. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. When a new room opens up in headquarters, all the agents want a piece. (15 minutes)
- 5:30pm My Life: The Penguin Post Office: The Penguin Post Office. Amy and Daisy join their dad, a wildlife cameraman, as he makes a film in Antarctica. (30 minutes)
- 7:05pm The Boy in the Dress: One-off family comedy. Dennis is an ordinary boy but he feels different. He creates a whole new persona and puts it to the ultimate test - can a boy wear a dress? (1 hour)
CBeebies (202)
- 6:35am Twirlywoos: Inside. Stop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos. The Twirlywoos see a man putting something inside his tent, and they get carried away. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:05am Bing: Acorns. Children's animation. Bing and Sula collect acorns in the park with Flop. When Bing's pile of acorns keeps getting smaller, he and Flop try to discover the culprit. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 7:10am Bing: Jingly Shoes. Children's animation. Bing finds his old baby shoes. They are much too small for Bing now, but when they fit baby Charlie he has a hard time letting them go. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:35am Bitz & Bob: Show Bitzness. Animated preschool series. When the curtain doesn't go up on the talent show, Bitz needs to work out how to raise it, while Bob tries to overcome his nerves. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:45am Peter Rabbit: The Tale of Cotton-Tail's Tooth. Animated series. When Cotton-tail is taken ill, Peter must fetch Dr Bobtail through the snow-covered woods. Mr Tod has other ideas. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 8:10am Octonauts: Octonauts and the Walrus Pups. Animated deep sea adventure series. Captain Barnacles and his niece and nephew must rescue walrus pups who are stranded on a runaway ice floe. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 9:20am Olobob Top: Ideas. Preschool animated series. Gurdy is having lots of little ideas, who run all over the tree. There's no room for the Olobobs! Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 9:25am Bing: Looking after Flop. Children's animation. Flop is feeling poorly, so Bing decides to look after him. He makes Flop comfy on the sofa and reads an exciting Hoppity Voosh story. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 9:30am Twirlywoos: Twirling. Stop-motion preschool series. The Twirlywoos learn about twirling when they visit an ice rink. The Box brings them a grass skirt which takes its wearer for a twirl! Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 11:05am Pablo: Taste of Triangles. Pablo's Granny makes him square sandwiches for lunch, but he only eats triangles. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 12:30pm Katie Morag: Katie Morag and the New Year Party. Live-action children's show. It is Hogmanay on Struay, the eve of the new year. Katie Morag and Liam are at Grannie Island's croft. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 12:45pm Melody: Storm. Mixed-media music show. Melody listens to Storm Interlude from Peter Grimes by Benjamin Britten. The music makes Melody imagine that she is out at sea with Fudge. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 1:25pm Bing: Music. Children's animation. It's music time at the creche, and everyone wants a turn on the drum. Bing gets impatient waiting for his turn and tries to grab the drum from Sula. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 1:35pm Twirlywoos: More About Through. Stop-motion preschool programme. The Piece of Paper rolls in to a tube for the Twirlywoos to run through, but will Great BigHoo and Toodloo fit? Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 2:35pm Pablo: Goodnight Blues. Animated preschool series. It's bedtime, but Pablo keeps turning the light back on. Wren worries that when you go to sleep, you disappear, and Pablo agrees with it. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 3:00pm Andy's Prehistoric Adventures: Paraceratherium and Footprint. Preschool adventure series. Andy meets the paraceratherium - a giant mammal which is five times the size of a rhinoceros! Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 4:35pm Peter Rabbit: The Tale of Musical Mayhem. Animated series. When Jeremy Fisher's recital attracts the attention of Mr Tod, Peter must get up to some musical mischief to save the day. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 5:00pm New: Bing: Christmas Special. It's Christmas - come and celebrate with Bing! Also in HD. (25 minutes)
- 5:40pm Sarah & Duck: Petal Light Picking: Christmas Special: Petal Light Picking. Animation. Sarah wants some special lights for her Christmas tree, and Bug knows where she might find some. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 6:10pm Clangers: The Travelling Salesman. A robot salesman opens up shop on the Clangers' planet. But the Clangers have no money! Also in HD. (10 minutes)
CITV (203)
- 6:00am Dino Dana: Reptile Connection: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training! Dana helps Ms. Currie find a pet reptile, comparing it to three other dinosaurs. S2 Ep11 (10 minutes)
- 6:10am Dino Dana: Three Dino's and a Baby: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training! Dana learns how Edmontosaurus young were cared for. S2 Ep12 (15 minutes)
- 12:30pm Dino Dana: Dino Back Riding: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training! Dana gets a chance to ride a Hippodraco at Grandma's farm. S2 Ep13 (15 minutes)
- 12:45pm Dino Dana: Overnight Dino: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training! Dana wants to stay up all night and learn about nocturnal dinosaurs, but Dad says no! S2 Ep14 (15 minutes)
- 1:00pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Superhero Bean: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Bean turns superhero in an attempt to outwit a cunning cat burglar. S2 Ep41 (15 minutes)
- 1:15pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. What a Load of Rubbish: Bean is a bit too enthusiastic while cleaning his flat and Teddy ends up on his way to the dump. S2 Ep42 (15 minutes)
- 2:00pm Thunderbirds Are Go: Signals (Part 2): The chase is on - Kayo and Alan must work fast to re-capture Thunderbird 3 from Havoc. Meanwhile, Scott's efforts to extract the escape pod run into complications. S3 Ep15 (25 minutes)
- 4:30pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. The Robot: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Bean buys a robot to clean his flat, but it ends up trashing half the town. S2 Ep43 (15 minutes)
- 4:45pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Ice Cream: Bean wants an ice cream from the ice cream van, but ends up serving himself - along with every kid in town. S2 Ep44 (15 minutes)
- 5:00pm Lego Jurassic:...: ...World: The Legend of Isla Nublar. Haunted and Hunted!: There's something strange in the jungle, and Hudson is convinced it's a ghost. But the truth is even scarier. Ep9 (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm Thunderbirds Are Go: Avalanche: An avalanche traps blogger Brandon Berringer and his pal Goose in a snowy basin. Scott, Alan and Virgil must work carefully to dig them out. S3 Ep18 (24 minutes)
- 6:24pm Pokemon Sun and Moon:...: ... - Ultra Legends. A Fiery Training Camp Trick!: Ash and friends decide to train up on their Z-Moves before they take part in the Alola Pokemon League. S22 Ep30 (31 minutes)
- 6:55pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Superhero Bean: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Bean turns superhero in an attempt to outwit a cunning cat burglar. S2 Ep41 (15 minutes)
- 7:10pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. What a Load of Rubbish: Bean is a bit too enthusiastic while cleaning his flat and Teddy ends up on his way to the dump. S2 Ep42 (15 minutes)
- 7:25pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. The Robot: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Bean buys a robot to clean his flat, but it ends up trashing half the town. S2 Ep43 (15 minutes)
- 7:40pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Ice Cream: Bean wants an ice cream from the ice cream van, but ends up serving himself - along with every kid in town. S2 Ep44 (14 minutes)
- 8:25pm Spy School: Operation Do Little: When villain Goldfist is caught sending a mysterious shipping container to London ZSL Zoo, the Spy School Cadets must unravel their nemesis's plan. S1 Ep2 (30 minutes)
CBBC HD (204)
- 7:25am Danger Mouse: Frankensquawk's Monster. Animated series. When Professor Squawkencluck's mum comes to visit, a gigantic, enraged rubbish monster is not far behind. (10 minutes)
- 8:00am Odd Squad: There Might Be Dragons. The Odd Squad investigate strange events. When the power goes out in the HQ, the Odd Squad must find a way to control the temperature of dragon eggs. (10 minutes)
- 8:25am The Boy in the Dress: One-off family comedy. Dennis is an ordinary boy but he feels different. He creates a whole new persona and puts it to the ultimate test - can a boy wear a dress? (1 hour)
- 10:25am Our School: A Brand New Term. What's in store for Rio and his mates as they start secondary school for the first time? (20 minutes)
- 10:45am Our School: A Class Full of Chickens. The students look after a hatchery of newly born chicks. Year 8's Kaitlyn soon gets very attached. But the chicks can't stay in school forever... (20 minutes)
- 2:45pm The Dumping Ground: Go Fish. New girl Bec arrives at the DG and makes an immediate and explosive impact. (30 minutes)
- 4:20pm Odd Squad: Olympia's Day. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. When a new room opens up in headquarters, all the agents want a piece. (15 minutes)
- 5:30pm My Life: The Penguin Post Office: The Penguin Post Office. Amy and Daisy join their dad, a wildlife cameraman, as he makes a film in Antarctica. (30 minutes)
- 7:05pm The Boy in the Dress: One-off family comedy. Dennis is an ordinary boy but he feels different. He creates a whole new persona and puts it to the ultimate test - can a boy wear a dress? (1 hour)
Tuesday 17th December
BBC ONE S West (1)
- 10:00am Homes Under the Hammer: 56, 80. Martel visits a mid-terrace in Birmingham and a detached property in Hounslow, London. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 11:00am Island Medics: 7, 10. Dental director Dr Brian Chittick operates on one of his own colleagues who has two troublesome wisdom teeth that need to be removed. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 12:15pm Bargain Hunt: 14, 32. Paul Laidlaw presents as the hunt for bargains heads to Exeter's Westpoint Arena. Experts Charlie Ross and Gary Pe assist the teams. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 1:45pm Doctors: 29, 196. Al and Jimmi have a threatening visitor at the Icon. Ayesha deals with the fallout from a dodgy batch of pills on campus. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
- 2:15pm The Blake Mysteries: Ghost Stories: Crime drama. 1963. Matthew Lawson finds himself confronted with not one but two grisly murders, and no obvious link. Jean Blake is determined to prove that she can help. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 3:00pm Escape to the Country: 6, 25. Jules Hudson is house hunting in Somerset with a couple who have a £675,000 budget to find a rural home that must have annexe potential for their parents. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 3:45pm Garden Rescue: 13, 30. Garden renovation series. The team is in Aylesbury to turn Michelle and Alistair's garden into a sensory play space for their autistic daughters. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 7:30pm EastEnders: Phil puts his revenge plan into action, the Panesars prove they're a force to be reckoned with, and Mick and Mitch get help from an unlikely source. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm Holby City: 51, 53. On the day he and Dom are due to renew their wedding vows, Lofty finally makes a decision about what he really wants in life. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Gold Digger: 6, 6. Julia is reeling from the revelations about Benjamin's past. But the future is up to her. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 10:35pm Inside the Cage: The Rise of...: ...Female Fighters. Annie Price meets the women fighting to the top in MMA, one of the fastest growing sports. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 11:55pm A Most Violent Year: Thriller set in 1980s New York City. Abel Morales, a Mexican immigrant, tries to protect his family and his business. Contains very strong language. Also in HD. (2 hours)
BBC TWO (2)
- 7:15am Island Medics: 6, 10. Patients from Britain's most remote community - on Fair Isle, south of Shetland - wait for a break in the weather to make the trip for important operations. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 8:00am Great Australian Railway Journeys: 6, 6. Michael crosses the Hawkesbury River and rides a solar-powered train. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 1:40pm The Best Christmas Food Ever: Paul Ainsworth and Catherine Fulvio are joined by presenter Angellica Bell as they share culinary secrets, perfect for creating delicious festive flavours for Christmas. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 2:25pm Holiday of My Lifetime: 3, 25. Len travels with TV presenter and former footballer Dion Dublin to Great Yarmouth. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 7:00pm Inside the Christmas Factory: Gregg Wallace is in Nottingham at an enormous party food factory where they produce 200,000 canapes every 24 hours. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Masterchef: The Professionals: 19, 21. Only the four most talented chefs out of the original 48 remain. The first challenge they face is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to cook at the chef's table. Also in HD. (1 hour)
ITV (3)
- 7:00pm Emmerdale: Cain is infuriated by his family's actions. Leyla covers her feelings. Billy and Dawn reconcile. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm New: How to Spend It Well at...: ...Christmas with Phillip Schofield. Phillip looks into the food and drinks on offer to make your Christmas dinner dazzle without breaking the bank. S3 Ep3 (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: Sticks and Stones: Thomas, under increased pressure from the threat of redundancy, is determined to prove himself in his job but the consequences of one night could cause his life to spiral further. Ep2 (1 hour)
Channel 4 (4)
- 12:05am First Dates: PR exec Claudia, who's 26, looks for a date who won't make her feel 'ick'. And 71-year-old music producer Barry dates a former member of a pop group. (S13 Ep5) (1 hour)
- 1:05am First Dates at Christmas: Fresh singletons visit the restaurant and some favourite daters return for a special episode celebrating Fred and his team's successes, engagements and the first First Dates baby! (50 minutes)
- 1:55am Carol: (2015) Drama starring Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara. A wealthy married woman begins an intense relationship with a younger woman she meets in a department store. Sex, some strong language. (2 hours)
- 6:30am The King of Queens: Poor Judgement: Doug decides to become a bartender but soon discovers that the job isn't as much fun as he thought it would be, while Arthur enters the world of politics. (25 minutes)
- 6:55am The King of Queens: Gym Neighbours: Doug and Carrie start working out with Lou (a.k.a. The Incredible Hulk) and Carla Ferrigno (guest starring as themselves). (25 minutes)
- 7:20am The King of Queens: Gorilla Warfare: Carrie is shocked to learn the truth about the night she decided to marry Doug. Meanwhile, Danny falls for Holly. (25 minutes)
- 7:45am Everybody Loves Raymond: The Wallpaper: Ray finally snaps when Marie drives her car into his house, and Debra is forced to act as peacemaker. (25 minutes)
- 8:10am Everybody Loves Raymond: Meant to Be: Torn between his girlfriend Amy, ex-wife Joanne and Italian bombshell Stefania, Robert foolishly decides to tell Amy that he met up with Joanne. (30 minutes)
- 8:40am Frasier: Wheels of Fortune: Lilith's half brother Blaine Sternin (Michael Keaton) comes to town seeking Frasier's forgiveness for his past misdeeds. (30 minutes)
- 9:10am Frasier: Three Blind Dates: Frasier's family and friends organise dates with various women who they believe are guaranteed to sweep him off his feet. (30 minutes)
- 9:40am Frasier: War of the Words: Frasier's son wins a spelling bee, but there's trouble when the runner-up's parents find out that Frasier was mouthing the letters of the words. (30 minutes)
- 1:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Billy - who's scared of heights - faces the tricky task of repointing a chimney. Clive and Tanith's fountain isn't working. And the clock's ticking for sisters Marian and Tanya. (S1 Ep12) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : Four talented crafters race against the clock to create a unique seasonal present. There are also perfect place cards, made with plants, and supersized Christmas decorations. (S7 Ep2, 15) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm The Simpsons: Two Bad Neighbors: George Bush Sr moves into Evergreen Terrace, but Bart destroys his memoirs, sparking a feud between the ex-president and his new neighbour Homer. (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm Hollyoaks: Mercedes wonders whether she's made the right decision when her safety is threatened again. Mitchell's plans to see Scott are thwarted by the Deverauxs' Christmas day out. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm New: The Supervet at Christmas: It's almost Christmas but Fitzpatrick Referrals are as busy as ever with a rescue dog with bad discs and a German shepherd who gives his family and Noel an emotional ethical dilemma. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: The Undateables at Christmas: A festive show featuring much loved familiar faces sharing their special plans for the most wonderful time of the year, including rock singer Dan, and massive Leeds fan Ray from London. (1 hour)
- 10:00pm New: First Dates: Welsh hairdresser Jess wants a man who's a cut above the rest. Charity shop manager Casey has his dream white wedding all mapped out. Is his date husband material? (S13 Ep6) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:05pm Holidays from Hell: Caught on...: ...Camera: From sunbed dashes and ski crashes to Brits behaving badly and locals behaving madly, jaw-dropping real-life footage reveals how holidays can turn into a nightmare. (1 hour 5 minutes)
Channel 5 (5)
- 4:00am NCIS: New Orleans: The team are joined by an Australian agent who ruffles a few feathers when she tries to call the shots in the investigation into the murder of one of her countrymen. (S2 Ep 5) (45 minutes)
- 12:50pm Neighbours: Claudia contrives to spend an afternoon with Elly. Pierce invites Hendrix on another outing, but when Chloe joins them Hendrix leaves. Terese and Toadie decide to work together. (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm Neighbours: Claudia contrives to spend an afternoon with Elly. Pierce invites Hendrix on another outing, but when Chloe joins them Hendrix leaves. Terese and Toadie decide to work together. (30 minutes)
ITV2 (6)
- 12:00am American Dad!: The Most Adequate Christmas Ever: Animated series. Stan's demands for the perfect Christmas alienate the family and land him in Limbo. Can he redeem himself and get a second chance? S4 Ep8 (30 minutes)
- 12:30am The Cleveland Show: Brown History Month: Animated spin-off from Family Guy. Cleveland and Cleveland Jr teach Donna and the kids about their tradition of celebrating Black History Month. S1 Ep19 (25 minutes)
- 8:00am Emmerdale: Kim's triumphant when her plan works. Dawn's left gutted by some news. Leanna and Jacob rekindle their friendship. (30 minutes)
- 8:30am Coronation Street: Robert and Paula pick over the evidence against him. Chesney and Gemma get by with a little help from their friends. Tim discovers that his plan is fundamentally flawed. (30 minutes)
- 9:00am Coronation Street: Michelle's revelation prompts the police to charge Robert. Gemma feels under scrutiny during the Freshcos photo shoot. Roy shows an interest in Richard's hobby. (25 minutes)
- 10:20am Dress To Impress: Youtuber Zac is in Manchester hoping to find his dream Northern Gent. Will any of the three guys impress with their style choices? S2 Ep6 (55 minutes)
- 11:15am Dress To Impress: In London, dancer Kea hopes to be impressed by the choices of three single lads. Will any of them shine? S2 Ep7 (1 hour)
- 12:15pm Emmerdale: Kim's triumphant when her plan works. Dawn's left gutted by some news. Leanna and Jacob rekindle their friendship. (30 minutes)
- 12:45pm Coronation Street: Robert and Paula pick over the evidence against him. Chesney and Gemma get by with a little help from their friends. Tim discovers that his plan is fundamentally flawed. (30 minutes)
- 1:15pm Coronation Street: Michelle's revelation prompts the police to charge Robert. Gemma feels under scrutiny during the Freshcos photo shoot. Roy shows an interest in Richard's hobby. (35 minutes)
- 2:45pm The Boxer and the Ballroom...: ...Dancer. Love Island best pals Tommy Fury and Curtis Pritchard walk in each other's shoes as Tommy trains for a ballroom dancing show and Curtis prepares for a boxing match. Ep1 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 3:50pm Dinner Date: Luke: Culinary dating series. Luke from Southampton chooses three dates from five menus, but which lucky lady will he want to see again when the meals have been eaten? S6 Ep13 (1 hour)
- 4:50pm New: Dress To Impress: Tommy, Miguel and Jac compete for the affections of Londoner Remus. Which of the three single shoppers' fashion choices will win them a date? S2 Ep8 (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 6:00pm New: Dress To Impress: Politics student Demi is hoping to be impressed by the style choices of three single lads. Will any of them be able to leave an impression? S2 Ep9 (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: The Boxer and the Ballroom...: ...Dancer. As the big days get closer, Molly Mae and Maura are on hand to offer their advice and Tommy and Curtis get each other kitted out for their final showdowns. Ep2 (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Family Guy: Christmas Guy: US animated series. Peter teaches his Scrooge-like father-in-law a thing or two about the holiday spirit, while Stewie discovers the meaning of confession. S12 Ep8 (30 minutes)
- 10:30pm Family Guy: Guy, Robot: Animated comedy. Stewie replaces Brian with a super-intelligent robot and Lois insists on replacing a mattress thanks to years of damage from Peter's heavy frame. S14 Ep3 (30 minutes)
- 11:00pm Family Guy: Peternormal Activity: US animated comedy. Peter and his friends get stuck in an asylum while filming their own horror movie. S14 Ep4 (30 minutes)
- 11:30pm American Dad!: Rapture's Delight: Animated series. When Stan and Francine are left behind during the rapture on Christmas Day, Stan tries to ditch his wife to secure his entrance to heaven. S6 Ep9 (25 minutes)
- 11:55pm American Dad!: Hayley Smith, Seal Team Six: Animated comedy. When everyone in the family agrees that 18-year-old Hayley is a downer, she wonders what happened to her as a child that changed her. S12 Ep3 (35 minutes)
BBC FOUR (9)
- 12:30am Cleopatra and Me: In Search of...: ...a Lost Queen. Was Cleopatra a seductress or a great politician? Dr Islam Issa attempts to find out. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
- 1:00am Peaky Blinders: 1, 6. Tommy Shelby starts to expand his legal and illegal operations. Contains strong language, some sexual content and graphic violence. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 2:00am Peaky Blinders: 2, 6. Tommy offers to help Polly by searching for her children. Contains strong language, some sexual content and some violence. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 3:00am Peaky Blinders: 3, 6. Tommy hatches a plan to take control of the southern racecourses. Contains strong language, graphic violence and disturbing scenes. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Winter: Earth's Seasonal Secrets: 3, 4. Andrew Scott narrates a special programme which celebrates winter and explores how animals and plants rise to the challenges it brings. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Handmade: By Royal Appointment: 1, 4. Film which follows the making of a Wedgwood vase, handcrafted by artisan potters using the same techniques pioneered by Josiah Wedgwood in the 18th century. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
- 10:30pm Handmade: By Royal Appointment: 2, 4. Series celebrating handcrafted objects made under the royal warrant. John Lobb is a heritage company still run by the original family using time-honoured methods. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
- 11:00pm The Crusades: A Timewatch Guide: 2, 4. How television's telling of the Crusades has changed over the last 60 years. Also in HD. (1 hour)
ITV3 (10)
- 7:50am Heartbeat: A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing: Bellamy tries to win Miller's approval by going it alone, and Vernon's prospects look bleak when the taxman comes to town. S14 Ep18 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 10:40am Agatha Christie's Marple: They Do It with Mirrors: A murder during a dress rehearsal of an amateur stage show leads Miss Marple to unpick a conjuring trick by the murderer. S4 Ep3 (2 hours)
- 12:40pm Heartbeat: Friends and Relations: Rob has to re-evaluate a new romance when his girlfriend's wild party ends in tragedy. David is delighted when a face from the past arrives in Aidensfield. S14 Ep19 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 3:55pm Agatha Christie's Marple: The Mirror Crack'd From Side to Side: A fan dies after drinking a poisoned cocktail at a Hollywood star's party, but for whom was the fatal concoction really intended? S5 Ep4 (1 hour 55 minutes)
- 5:50pm Heartbeat: Friends and Relations: Rob has to re-evaluate a new romance when his girlfriend's wild party ends in tragedy. David is delighted when a face from the past arrives in Aidensfield. S14 Ep19 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 8:00pm Midsomer Murders: Ghosts of Christmas Past: At the Christmas reunion of the troubled Villiers family, a riddle in a cracker predicts that two people will die within two days. S7 Ep7 (2 hours)
- 10:00pm The Bletchley Circle: San...: ...Francisco. Iron in War: Having uncovered a covert system of police corruption, the women must craft a complex sting operation to draw out two warring factions and see justice done. Ep6 (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Cheat: With relations becoming increasingly hostile, Leah resorts to more extreme measures to expose Rose but could Leah's husband be taking Rose's side? Ep2 (1 hour 5 minutes)
Pick (11)
- 12:00am Brit Cops: Rapid Response: Action-packed documentary following rapid response officers, the fastest cops in Britain, as they crack down on crime. Time is of the essence! (S3, ep 2) (1 hour)
- 3:00am A Town Called Eureka: Insane In The P-Brane: Dr Fontana reopens Section Five, triggering a series of strange events. Supernatural goings on are at play when inanimate objects spring to life. (S3, ep 11) (1 hour)
- 4:00am A Town Called Eureka: It's Not Easy Being Green: The flames of rivalry are stoked when the residents of Area 51 arrive for a bowling contest. Meanwhile, Carter probes a series of pranks. (S3, ep 12) (1 hour)
- 5:00am A Town Called Eureka: If You Build It... Suspicions are aroused when the town's teenagers start to act strangely and an odd structure is erected. Are the two linked? Suitably surreal viewing. (S3, ep 13) (1 hour)
- 8:00am Border Security: Canada's...: ...Front Line. A traveller's textbooks teach him an unexpected lesson, and a tourist hits a snag instead of the slopes. Plus, officers inspect a shipment of cosmetics. (S2, ep 4) (30 minutes)
- 1:00pm UK Border Force: A raid on a bingo hall in Yeovil uncovers illegal workers, while Iraqi clandestines are discovered in the back of a lorry in Calais and stopped from entering the UK. (7, 8) (1 hour)
- 4:00pm Border Security USA: Documentary exploring the extreme measures people take to break US security laws and America's desperate fight against drugs, illegal immigration and terrorism. (S1, ep 12) (1 hour)
- 5:00pm Children's Hospital: Documentary shining a light on the brave young patients and dedicated staff of the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. (S1, ep 9) (30 minutes)
- 5:30pm Children's Hospital: Documentary shining a light on the brave young patients and dedicated staff of the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. (S1, ep 10) (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm Elementary: We Are Everyone: Holmes is targeted by internet 'trolls' while searching for a civil contractor who disappeared after leaking top secret information online. (S2, ep 3) (1 hour)
- 10:00pm New: Delicious: The drama concludes as Gina is sent into a tailspin when James threatens to make a shock revelation to Teresa. Strong language, sex, mature themes. (S1, ep 4) (1 hour)
E4 (13)
- 12:05am Gogglebox: What do Britain's sharpest armchair television critics think of This Morning, The Chase Celebrity Special, Baptiste, The Sex Clinic and Child Genius? (S13 Ep2) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 4:00am The Big Bang Theory: The Closure Alternative: Amy employs a series of exercises to cure Sheldon of his compulsion to complete every task without fail and seek closure for every incident. (S6 Ep21, 24) (25 minutes)
- 4:25am The Big Bang Theory: The Proton Resurgence: Leonard and Sheldon hire Professor Proton, the host of a TV science show they watched as children, to come to their flat and entertain them. (S6 Ep22, 24) (25 minutes)
- 6:00am Hollyoaks: Liam shows off his alternative festive spirit. Breda questions Mercedes' memories from the night she was shot. Jesse gets his hopes up for his big career moment, but is he set for a fall? (30 minutes)
- 6:30am Hollyoaks: Mercedes stands her ground to protect Bobby. Diane decides it's time to move on from Tony and confides in Scott about her perfect man. A new and unlikely romance is blossoming. (30 minutes)
- 8:00am How I Met Your Mother: Romeward Bound: The Captain asks Lily to move to Rome so that she can act as his art consultant while he lives there, but she frets about the effect on Marshall's career. (S8 Ep21, 24) (30 minutes)
- 8:30am How I Met Your Mother: Something Old: Robin is desperate to find her 'something old', which she buried in Central Park years before the wedding, and Barney bonds with Robin's father. (S8 Ep23, 24) (30 minutes)
- 10:00am The Big Bang Theory: The Love Spell Potential: When the girls' trip to Las Vegas falls through, the guys invite them to a Dungeons & Dragons night that changes Sheldon and Amy's relationship. (S6 Ep23, 24) (30 minutes)
- 10:30am The Big Bang Theory: The Bon Voyage Reaction: Leonard is offered an exciting job opportunity that will keep him out of the country for several months. Raj pushes the boundaries of his relationship. (S6 Ep24, 24) (30 minutes)
- 11:00am The Goldbergs: Bohemian Rap City: Adam's obsession with toys becomes a cause for concern for Beverly and Murray. Erica's band decide to audition for a reality TV talent show. (S6 Ep7, 23) (30 minutes)
- 11:30am The Goldbergs: The Living Room: A 100% True Story: Concerned about his father's health, future doctor Barry enlists his friends and Coach Mellor to help get Murray into shape. (S6 Ep8, 23) (30 minutes)
- 12:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: The Mattress: Peralta and Santiago convince Captain Holt to let them work together on a case involving a new street drug, but their romance gets in the way. (S3 Ep7, 23) (30 minutes)
- 12:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Ava: Jeffords asks Peralta to take care of his pregnant wife when she drops by at the precinct while he and Diaz are out seeking information on a murder case. (S3 Ep8, 23) (30 minutes)
- 1:00pm The Big Bang Theory: The Fuzzyboots Corollary: Leonard is depressed when he discovers that Penny is seeing someone, so he summons up the courage to ask a woman out on a date. (S1 Ep3, 17) (30 minutes)
- 1:30pm The Big Bang Theory: The Luminous Fish Effect: Getting fired forces Sheldon to ponder life outside physics, leaving Leonard to take drastic action to snap his friend out of his reverie. (S1 Ep4, 17) (30 minutes)
- 3:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Adrian Pimento: The precinct gets a new detective who's coming away from a 12-year undercover assignment with the Mob. Gina directs a video for Captain Holt. (S3 Ep17, 23) (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Cheddar: Santiago and Peralta house-sit for Captain Holt when he visits Kevin in Paris and mayhem ensues when Holt's beloved dog goes missing on their watch. (S3 Ep18, 23) (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm The Goldbergs: Our Perfect Strangers: Erica, Barry and Adam are unhappy when their distant relative Gleb visits from Russia, until they realise he can make their lives easier. (S6 Ep17, 23) (30 minutes)
- 4:30pm The Goldbergs: The Beverly Goldberg Cookbook: Beverly and Adam appear on a mother-and-son cookery show on public access TV. Barry ruins his college letter of recommendation. (S6 Ep18, 23) (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm The Big Bang Theory: The Bat Jar Conjecture: Sheldon is ousted from the gang's Physics Bowl quiz team, so he decides to prove his superiority by forming his own team for the event. (S1 Ep13, 17) (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm The Big Bang Theory: The Nerdvana Annihilation: Penny makes fun of Leonard's habit of collecting goofy memorabilia, but his friends kick up a fuss and try to keep him on the side of the nerds. (S1 Ep14, 17) (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Hollyoaks: James and Liam discuss what skills they can bring to their new business venture. Scott and Mitchell get the opportunity to be a proper couple at the Christmas markets. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: The Overmining: Peralta and Holt help CJ with a big case that is proving problematic. Jeffords tells Gina to remove her precious portable heater from the office. (S4 Ep9, 22) (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Captain Latvia: Boyle enlists Peralta's help in tracking down his son's favourite toy for Christmas. The team face their rivals in the annual carol competition. (S4 Ep10, 22) (30 minutes)
- 10:15pm Naked Attraction: Edinburgh musician Jamie is tired of the life of groupies and flings and seeks a deeper connection. Jasmin from Bognor has ME and needs acceptance from a new lover. (S4 Ep3) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:20pm The Big Bang Theory: The Military Miniaturization: Howard has a meeting with Air Force representative Colonel Williams about the gyroscope he invented with Leonard and Sheldon. (S10 Ep2, 24) (25 minutes)
- 11:45pm The Big Bang Theory: The Dependence Transcendence: Tensions rise when the guys struggle to complete their Air Force project on time and are forced to work around the clock. (S10 Ep3, 24) (30 minutes)
Film4 (14)
- 1:25am Side Effects: (2013) Jude Law, Rooney Mara, Channing Tatum and Catherine Zeta-Jones star in Steven Soderbergh's dark psychological thriller. Strong language, violence and sexual scenes. (2 hours 10 minutes)
- 6:55pm Eye in the Sky: (2015) Helen Mirren and Alan Rickman star in a tense drama about the morality of combat drones. A mission to capture terrorists in Kenya takes an unexpected turn. Strong language, violence. (2 hours 5 minutes)
- 9:00pm The Boss: (2016) Comedy starring Melissa McCarthy. A rich but unpleasant businesswoman must start again from nothing after she's jailed for insider trading. Very strong language, violence, drugs. (2 hours 5 minutes)
- 11:05pm 2 Guns: (2013) Action thriller starring Denzel Washington and Mark Wahlberg. Two cops infiltrate a drug cartel, but ignorance of each other's identity imperils them both. Violence, strong language. (2 hours 5 minutes)
Channel 4+1 (15)
- 1:05am First Dates: PR exec Claudia, who's 26, looks for a date who won't make her feel 'ick'. And 71-year-old music producer Barry dates a former member of a pop group. (S13 Ep5) (1 hour)
- 2:05am First Dates at Christmas: Fresh singletons visit the restaurant and some favourite daters return for a special episode celebrating Fred and his team's successes, engagements and the first First Dates baby! (50 minutes)
- 2:55am Carol: (2015) Drama starring Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara. A wealthy married woman begins an intense relationship with a younger woman she meets in a department store. Sex, some strong language. (2 hours)
- 7:30am The King of Queens: Poor Judgement: Doug decides to become a bartender but soon discovers that the job isn't as much fun as he thought it would be, while Arthur enters the world of politics. (25 minutes)
- 7:55am The King of Queens: Gym Neighbours: Doug and Carrie start working out with Lou (a.k.a. The Incredible Hulk) and Carla Ferrigno (guest starring as themselves). (25 minutes)
- 8:20am The King of Queens: Gorilla Warfare: Carrie is shocked to learn the truth about the night she decided to marry Doug. Meanwhile, Danny falls for Holly. (25 minutes)
- 8:45am Everybody Loves Raymond: The Wallpaper: Ray finally snaps when Marie drives her car into his house, and Debra is forced to act as peacemaker. (25 minutes)
- 9:10am Everybody Loves Raymond: Meant to Be: Torn between his girlfriend Amy, ex-wife Joanne and Italian bombshell Stefania, Robert foolishly decides to tell Amy that he met up with Joanne. (30 minutes)
- 9:40am Frasier: Wheels of Fortune: Lilith's half brother Blaine Sternin (Michael Keaton) comes to town seeking Frasier's forgiveness for his past misdeeds. (30 minutes)
- 10:10am Frasier: Three Blind Dates: Frasier's family and friends organise dates with various women who they believe are guaranteed to sweep him off his feet. (30 minutes)
- 10:40am Frasier: War of the Words: Frasier's son wins a spelling bee, but there's trouble when the runner-up's parents find out that Frasier was mouthing the letters of the words. (30 minutes)
- 2:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Billy - who's scared of heights - faces the tricky task of repointing a chimney. Clive and Tanith's fountain isn't working. And the clock's ticking for sisters Marian and Tanya. (S1 Ep12) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 6:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : Four talented crafters race against the clock to create a unique seasonal present. There are also perfect place cards, made with plants, and supersized Christmas decorations. (S7 Ep2, 15) (1 hour)
- 7:00pm The Simpsons: Two Bad Neighbors: George Bush Sr moves into Evergreen Terrace, but Bart destroys his memoirs, sparking a feud between the ex-president and his new neighbour Homer. (30 minutes)
- 7:30pm Hollyoaks: Mercedes wonders whether she's made the right decision when her safety is threatened again. Mitchell's plans to see Scott are thwarted by the Deverauxs' Christmas day out. (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm New: The Supervet at Christmas: It's almost Christmas but Fitzpatrick Referrals are as busy as ever with a rescue dog with bad discs and a German shepherd who gives his family and Noel an emotional ethical dilemma. (1 hour)
- 10:00pm New: The Undateables at Christmas: A festive show featuring much loved familiar faces sharing their special plans for the most wonderful time of the year, including rock singer Dan, and massive Leeds fan Ray from London. (1 hour)
- 11:00pm New: First Dates: Welsh hairdresser Jess wants a man who's a cut above the rest. Charity shop manager Casey has his dream white wedding all mapped out. Is his date husband material? (S13 Ep6) (1 hour 5 minutes)
More 4 (18)
- 3:20am Food Unwrapped: What in nature provides the natural bright blue dye in our sweets? Why is there jelly in our pork pies and how does it get there? And why is soft shell crab such a delicacy? (S15 Ep5) (30 minutes)
- 8:55am Food Unwrapped: Jimmy Doherty discovers why caviar is so expensive. Kate Quilton reveals how a malty unsung hero is made. And Matt Tebbutt goes nuts for muesli. (S15 Ep6) (35 minutes)
- 4:50pm The Secret Life of the Zoo: Jaguars Napo and Goshi haven't been breeding. Will training Napo to be more assertive change that? Young elephants Aayu and Nandita are seriously ill. Plus: gibbons and katydids. (S7 Ep7) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 7:55pm Escape to the Chateau: Dick and Angel continue their adventures in a dilapidated French chateau, facing a busy summer of weddings, events, while finally fixing the garden and stables. (S4 Ep1, 3) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 9:00pm Father Ted Christmas Special: Father Ted and Father Dougal get lost in the lingerie section of a huge department store. Only Ted's quick thinking can avert a potential embarrassment for the Church. (1 hour 15 minutes)
- 10:15pm 24 Hours in A&E: Benoit, who's nine, has abdominal pains. Doctors are concerned that it may be appendicitis. Michelle has suspected sepsis. Charley-Ann has part of an earring stuck in her ear. (S18 Ep5) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:20pm Shocking Emergency Calls: A beautiful September morning in Kent turns to carnage when fog suddenly hits the Sheppey Crossing, creating one of the biggest road traffic accidents in UK history. (Ep3) (1 hour 5 minutes)
Dave (19)
- 2:50am The Last Man on Earth: The Spirit of St Lewis: The post-apocalyptic comedy with five Emmy nominations to its name. Melissa plays mind games with the group after being locked up for her own safety. (25 minutes)
- 3:15am The Last Man on Earth: Hair of the Dog: Will Forte stars in the hit US comedy about humanity's hopeless last hopes. Todd and Tandy look into Melissa's past as they hunt for clues about her illness. (25 minutes)
- 7:10am James May's Cars of the People: James May's Cars of the People, 2: Top Gear's hairiest host explores the weird world of the microcar, revisiting Britain's infamous three-wheeled disasters as well as French deathtraps. (50 minutes)
- 12:00pm James May's Cars of the People: James May's Cars of the People, 3: Captain Slow finds out how we became a nation of car drivers. James hears how aspiration drove the development of the Rolls Royce and stages a race-off. (1 hour)
- 2:00pm Top Gear: Strap in for a spin with Jeremy, James and Richard. Here, the chaps attempt to build their own electric car, while the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car is actor Michael Sheen. (1 hour)
- 5:00pm Top Gear: Four-wheeled news and views. Jeremy and Richard take a look at the unique charm of some old Lancia cars. And future host Chris Evans is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car. (1 hour)
Drama (20)
- 10:00pm New Tricks: Roots: Feathers are ruffled when new boss DCI Sasha Miller (Tamzin Outhwaite) arrives to take over the running of UCOS. Elsewhere, an unexploded World War II bomb is unearthed. (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 11:10pm Silent Witness: Falling Angels: A feature-length episode of the forensic crime drama. Nikki and Jack investigate a series of murders linked to the London Underground. (2 hours 20 minutes)
5 USA (21)
- 12:50am CSI: Miami: Raging Cannibal: Crime drama series based on the work of forensic investigators. The team goes head-to-head with Miami's Russian mob after a double homicide in the Everglades. (S10 Ep 4) (55 minutes)
- 4:00pm Murder She Wrote: Murder mystery series. Jessica is about to receive a special award at Grenshaw College when she finds the proceedings interrupted by a murder. (S2 Ep 4) (1 hour)
- 5:00pm Murder She Wrote: Mystery series. Jessica rushes to London in an attempt to aid her cousin, a famous actress in the theatre who has become the target of several murder attempts. (S2 Ep 5) (1 hour)
ITV4 (24)
- 12:40am Demolition Man: Action starring Sylvester Stallone and Wesley Snipes, 1993. A police officer is brought out of suspended animation to track his former nemesis in a non-violent future society. (1 hour 15 minutes)
- 1:55am Minder: The Loneliness of the Long Distance Entrepreneur: After Terry goes missing, Arthur Daley returns with a new minder - his nephew Ray - and ambitions to move into Europe. (55 minutes)
- 9:25am Minder: The Loneliness of the Long Distance Entrepreneur: After Terry goes missing, Arthur Daley returns with a new minder - his nephew Ray - and ambitions to move into Europe. S8 Ep1 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:35am The Professionals: You'll Be Alright: Action-packed drama series about two criminal intelligence agents. Bodie and Doyle find themselves protecting the family of a notorious criminal. S4 Ep10 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 1:40pm Columbo: Strange Bedfellows: Classic US murder mystery series. Graham McVeigh kills his brother and frames a mob bookie for the crime, then kills the bookie and claims self-defence. (2 hours)
- 3:40pm Minder: A Bouquet of Barbed Wire: Comedy drama series. Arthur ventures into the wine trade with a vintage from the Brothers of the Blessed Bidolph - a small monastic order just off the A2. S8 Ep2 (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 4:50pm The Professionals: Discovered in a Graveyard: An attempt to start up a street war is launched by a breakaway gangland faction, but their leader appears to have an ulterior motive for his actions. S4 Ep11 (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Fishing Allstars: Dean Macey, Adam Rooney and Matt Godfrey try to catch carp in Dorset, have a go at sea fishing at Portland Bill and aim for chub at Throop Fishery. S2 Ep6 (1 hour)
- 9:00pm The Fugitive: Action starring Harrison Ford and Tommy Lee Jones, 1993. A doctor accused of killing his wife goes on the run, seeking the truth while trying to evade a seasoned US Marshal. (1 hour)
- 10:05pm The Fugitive: Action starring Harrison Ford and Tommy Lee Jones, 1993. A doctor accused of killing his wife goes on the run, seeking the truth while trying to evade a seasoned US Marshal. (1 hour 35 minutes)
- 11:40pm Magnum Force: Crime sequel starring Clint Eastwood and David Soul, 1973. 'Dirty Harry' Callahan takes on a gang of vigilante policemen who are terrorising San Francisco's criminal underbelly. (1 hour)
Yesterday (25)
- 12:00am Porridge: No Way Out: Christmas special from 1975. The festive season falls upon the inmates of Slade and finds them planning an escape. But Fletch plans to spend some time in the infirmary. (1 hour)
- 6:00am Raiders of the Lost Past: The Mystery of Thomas Beale's Treasure: Hear about the quests for legendary relics. Clayton Hart was obsessed with cracking a code that would reveal the location of a vast gold hoard. (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 12:00pm Impossible Railways: Building Bridges: Since their rise in the 19th Century, railways have been at the forefront of modern engineering and transport, conquering dizzying altitudes, wilderness, seas and cities. (1 hour)
- 2:00pm Attenborough's Natural Curiosities: Bad Reputations: Sir David Attenborough explores the most intriguing animals. Here he looks at vampire bats and gorillas. (30 minutes)
- 2:30pm Attenborough's Natural Curiosities: Shocking Senses: Sir David Attenborough shines the spotlight on an array of animals that baffle and fascinate. We learn about how naturalists found out some eels were electric! (30 minutes)
- 3:00pm Life In The Undergrowth: Taking to the Air: David Attenborough reveals more wonders of nature. The story of the winged insects, Earth's first flyers. Ultra-slow motion cameras reveal incredible flight skills. (1 hour)
- 4:00pm Impossible Engineering: Oasis-Class Cruise Ships: The Oasis-class cruise ships are the largest passenger ships in the world, capable of carrying well over 5,000 travellers. Hear all about their construction. (1 hour)
- 7:00pm Impossible Railways: Into the Blue: How some of our greatest railways have challenged engineering's finest minds in their efforts to conquer the planet's waterways, including a tunnel beneath the English Channel. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Porridge: The Desperate Hours: Comedy legend Ronnie Barker stars as Fletch in this Christmas special. Fletcher plans some festive spirit at Slade in the form of his very own homemade liquor. (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Porridge: No Way Out: Christmas special from 1975. The festive season falls upon the inmates of Slade and finds them planning an escape. But Fletch plans to spend some time in the infirmary. (1 hour)
ITVBe (26)
- 6:00am Be Beautiful: Make-up tutorial. Vlogger Sabrina Britton shows how to get that gorgeous smoky eyed look with a party outfit to match. S2 Ep9 (10 minutes)
- 7:00am Celebrity Dinner Date: Ashley James: Celebrity edition of the culinary dating show. Former Made in Chelsea star Ashley James chooses three dates from five menus. S5 Ep12 (1 hour)
- 12:00pm Be Tasty: Kimberly Wyatt - Miso Cod: Former Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt makes her protein-packed steamed miso cod with a black noodle salad, the ideal dish for a post-workout dinner. (10 minutes)
- 3:05pm Celebrity Dinner Date: Andy Jordan: Celebrity edition of the culinary dating show. Former Made in Chelsea star Andy Jordan chooses three ladies to date based on the menus that he likes the look of. S5 Ep9 (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Christmas Dinner Date: Eileen: Festive edition of the culinary dating series. Eileen from London picks three dates from five Christmas menus. Who will she want to see again? S5 Ep8 (1 hour)
- 11:00pm The Real Housewives of...: ...Potomac. The Big Easy Showdown: Gizelle arranges a soul-searching journey to the plantation where her ancestors were slaves, and the women hit the town for a night of fun. S4 Ep5 (55 minutes)
ITV2 +1 (27)
- 12:00am Family Guy: A Very Special Family Guy Freakin' Christmas: Animated comedy series. Christmas gets off to a rocky start for the Griffins when Peter gives the family presents away. S3 Ep16 (30 minutes)
- 12:30am American Dad!: The Best Christmas Story Never: Animated series about CIA agent Stan Smith and his family. An injunction prevents Langley Falls from lighting their Christmas tree. S3 Ep9 (30 minutes)
- 1:00am American Dad!: The Most Adequate Christmas Ever: Animated series. Stan's demands for the perfect Christmas alienate the family and land him in Limbo. Can he redeem himself and get a second chance? S4 Ep8 (30 minutes)
- 1:30am The Cleveland Show: Brown History Month: Animated spin-off from Family Guy. Cleveland and Cleveland Jr teach Donna and the kids about their tradition of celebrating Black History Month. S1 Ep19 (25 minutes)
- 9:00am Emmerdale: Kim's triumphant when her plan works. Dawn's left gutted by some news. Leanna and Jacob rekindle their friendship. (30 minutes)
- 9:30am Coronation Street: Robert and Paula pick over the evidence against him. Chesney and Gemma get by with a little help from their friends. Tim discovers that his plan is fundamentally flawed. (30 minutes)
- 10:00am Coronation Street: Michelle's revelation prompts the police to charge Robert. Gemma feels under scrutiny during the Freshcos photo shoot. Roy shows an interest in Richard's hobby. (25 minutes)
- 11:20am Dress To Impress: Youtuber Zac is in Manchester hoping to find his dream Northern Gent. Will any of the three guys impress with their style choices? S2 Ep6 (55 minutes)
- 12:15pm Dress To Impress: In London, dancer Kea hopes to be impressed by the choices of three single lads. Will any of them shine? S2 Ep7 (1 hour)
- 1:15pm Emmerdale: Kim's triumphant when her plan works. Dawn's left gutted by some news. Leanna and Jacob rekindle their friendship. (30 minutes)
- 1:45pm Coronation Street: Robert and Paula pick over the evidence against him. Chesney and Gemma get by with a little help from their friends. Tim discovers that his plan is fundamentally flawed. (30 minutes)
- 2:15pm Coronation Street: Michelle's revelation prompts the police to charge Robert. Gemma feels under scrutiny during the Freshcos photo shoot. Roy shows an interest in Richard's hobby. (35 minutes)
- 3:45pm The Boxer and the Ballroom Dancer: Love Island best pals Tommy Fury and Curtis Pritchard walk in each other's shoes as Tommy trains for a ballroom dancing show and Curtis prepares for a boxing match. Ep1 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 4:50pm Dinner Date: Luke: Culinary dating series. Luke from Southampton chooses three dates from five menus, but which lucky lady will he want to see again when the meals have been eaten? S6 Ep13 (1 hour)
- 5:50pm New: Dress To Impress: Tommy, Miguel and Jac compete for the affections of Londoner Remus. Which of the three single shoppers' fashion choices will win them a date? S2 Ep8 (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 7:00pm New: Dress To Impress: Politics student Demi is hoping to be impressed by the style choices of three single lads. Will any of them be able to leave an impression? S2 Ep9 (1 hour)
- 10:00pm New: The Boxer and the Ballroom Dancer: As the big days get closer, Molly Mae and Maura are on hand to offer their advice and Tommy and Curtis get each other kitted out for their final showdowns. Ep2 (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Family Guy: Christmas Guy: US animated series. Peter teaches his Scrooge-like father-in-law a thing or two about the holiday spirit, while Stewie discovers the meaning of confession. S12 Ep8 (30 minutes)
- 11:30pm Family Guy: Guy, Robot: Animated comedy. Stewie replaces Brian with a super-intelligent robot and Lois insists on replacing a mattress thanks to years of damage from Peter's heavy frame. S14 Ep3 (30 minutes)
5STAR (30)
- 1:25am Wentworth Prison: Graphic drama series set in a Melbourne women's prison. A shock attack has left officers and inmates reeling. Allie makes it her mission to hunt down the guilty party. (S7 Ep 5) (1 hour)
- 3:00pm Neighbours: Claudia contrives to spend an afternoon with Elly. Pierce invites Hendrix on another outing, but when Chloe joins them Hendrix leaves. Terese and Toadie decide to work together. (35 minutes)
- 6:30pm Neighbours: Claudia contrives to spend an afternoon with Elly. Pierce invites Hendrix on another outing, but when Chloe joins them Hendrix leaves. Terese and Toadie decide to work together. (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Mobs & Yobs: Caught On Camera: Documentary series. We are on the ground, in the air and at the CCTV centre as protestors wearing 'V for Vendetta' masks take their noisy protest to the Houses of Parliament. (S1 Ep 6) (1 hour)
5Spike (31)
- 9:00am The A-Team: Classic action drama series. Hannibal and his men try to stop a vicious motorcycle gang from over-running a small town, but BA is shot. (S1 Ep 6) (1 hour)
- 10:00am The A-Team: Classic action drama series. The mafia offers a $100k reward for Hannibal's capture after he and the A-Team foil a kidnap plot in Las Vegas. (S1 Ep 7) (1 hour)
- 5:00pm The A-Team: Classic action adventure series. The team sets out to rescue an old friend - their cook in Vietnam - who is about to be assassinated by dope smugglers. (S2 Ep 2) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm The A-Team: Classic action drama series. When Face learns that his ex-girlfriend is in trouble, he hires the team himself to go to Ecuador and rescue her. (S2 Ep 3) (1 hour)
ITV +1 (33)
- 8:00pm Emmerdale: Cain is infuriated by his family's actions. Leyla covers her feelings. Billy and Dawn reconcile. (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm New: How to Spend It Well at...: ...Christmas with Phillip Schofield. Phillip looks into the food and drinks on offer to make your Christmas dinner dazzle without breaking the bank. S3 Ep3 (1 hour)
- 10:00pm New: Sticks and Stones: Thomas, under increased pressure from the threat of redundancy, is determined to prove himself in his job but the consequences of one night could cause his life to spiral further. Ep2 (1 hour)
ITV3+1 (34)
- 9:00pm Midsomer Murders: Ghosts of Christmas Past: At the Christmas reunion of the troubled Villiers family, a riddle in a cracker predicts that two people will die within two days. S7 Ep7 (2 hours)
- 11:00pm The Bletchley Circle: San...: ...Francisco. Iron in War: Having uncovered a covert system of police corruption, the women must craft a complex sting operation to draw out two warring factions and see justice done. Ep6 (1 hour)
Channel 5+1 (44)
- 1:50pm Neighbours: Claudia contrives to spend an afternoon with Elly. Pierce invites Hendrix on another outing, but when Chloe joins them Hendrix leaves. Terese and Toadie decide to work together. (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Neighbours: Claudia contrives to spend an afternoon with Elly. Pierce invites Hendrix on another outing, but when Chloe joins them Hendrix leaves. Terese and Toadie decide to work together. (30 minutes)
Challenge (46)
- 11:00am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 11:30am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 12:00pm Wheel of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. Contestants spin the wheel to determine how many points are up for grabs. (30 minutes)
- 12:30pm Wheel of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. Contestants spin the wheel to determine how many points are up for grabs. (30 minutes)
- 10:00pm Classic Who Wants To Be A...: ...Millionaire. A classic episode of the award-winning quiz show presented by Chris Tarrant in which contestants can win up to one million pounds. (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
- 11:30pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
4seven (47)
- 12:45am 24 Hours in A&E: Lucy is rushed in after a severe seizure. Simon comes to A&E with severe neck pain. Two-year-old Sophie is in paediatrics after being sprayed in the face with a cleaning product. (S19 Ep5) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 1:50am Adam Hills: Take His Legs: Comedian and host of The Last Leg Adam Hills embarks on a personal, physical and emotional journey to live out his boyhood dream to play competitive rugby league. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 2:55am Christmas at Chatsworth House: A look behind the scenes as a Duke, Duchess and 800 staff prepare for an influx of 200,000 visitors to the great stately home during Christmas. Will unprecedented flooding spoil the fun? (1 hour)
- 3:55am Escape to the Chateau: As autumn arrives at the chateau, Dick and Angel start a new project, turning a 35-foot eight-tonne riverboat into luxury guest accommodation, with bespoke fabrics and decking. (S6 Ep7, 8) (1 hour)
- 12:00pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: As Jonathan and Michael prepare their chateau for the big wedding, a sewage issue threatens their whole first floor. Mandy and Steve's pool problems persist. (S1 Ep7) (1 hour)
- 3:00pm Everybody Loves Raymond: Be Nice: Ray and Debra vow to change their ways when they realise they're nicer to strangers than to each other. (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Everybody Loves Raymond: Dancing with Debra: Ray regrets asking Robert to take Debra dancing when they become infatuated with their new hobby. (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm Frasier: Junior Agent: Now that Frasier's agent is representing a hot new radio psychiatrist, she passes Frasier off to her assistant. (30 minutes)
- 4:30pm Frasier: Bully for Martin: Frasier offers his unsolicited help when Martin's boss starts acting like a bully, and Roz talks incessantly about her new love Roger. (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : Four talented crafters race against the clock to create a unique seasonal present. There are also perfect place cards, made with plants, and supersized Christmas decorations. (S7 Ep2, 15) (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Jamie's Easy Christmas Countdown: Jamie Oliver offers a stress-free guide to festive feasting with his foolproof masterplan for turkey, stuffing and roast spuds, groovy veggie sides and, of course, fantastic gravy. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm 24 Hours in A&E: Lucy is rushed in after a severe seizure. Simon comes to A&E with severe neck pain. Two-year-old Sophie is in paediatrics after being sprayed in the face with a cleaning product. (S19 Ep5) (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Gogglebox: What do the armchair critics make of The Crown; I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!; Not the Robbie Williams Christmas Show; Made in Chelsea: Buenos Aires; and The Apprentice? (S14 Ep14) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:05pm The Undateables at Christmas: A festive show featuring much loved familiar faces sharing their special plans for the most wonderful time of the year, including rock singer Dan, and massive Leeds fan Ray from London. (1 hour 5 minutes)
Paramount Network (54)
- 5:00am Neighbours: Harlow and Roxy seek a potential donor in David's psychopathic half-brother Robert. Claudia confronts Finn about his true feelings and learns where he stands with Bea and Elly. (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm Analyze This: Comedy about a mobster whose anxiety attacks force him to visit a psychiatrist, but the demanding hard man proves a challenge to the doctor who has several problems of his own. (1 hour)
- 10:05pm Analyze This: Comedy about a mobster whose anxiety attacks force him to visit a psychiatrist, but the demanding hard man proves a challenge to the doctor who has several problems of his own. (1 hour)
5SELECT (55)
- 2:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. The doctors treat patients with a range of sports-related injuries, including a professional golfer who got a bad back from lifting his baby. (S3 Ep 36) (1 hour)
- 3:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. The doctors of Balham Park Surgery treat victims of accidents, including a young girl whose hair was ripped out by a whisk, and a woman who fell off her moped. (S3 Ep 37) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. The doctors of Balham Park Surgery treat patients with heart concerns, including a man whose father has a rare genetic condition. (S3 Ep 38) (1 hour)
- 7:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: The doctors of Balham Park Surgery take third year medical students Tanguy and Kathryn under their wing to help them gain valuable hands-on experience. (S3 Ep 39) (1 hour)
Dave ja vu (79)
- 3:50am The Last Man on Earth: The Spirit of St Lewis: The post-apocalyptic comedy with five Emmy nominations to its name. Melissa plays mind games with the group after being locked up for her own safety. (25 minutes)
- 4:15am The Last Man on Earth: Hair of the Dog: Will Forte stars in the hit US comedy about humanity's hopeless last hopes. Todd and Tandy look into Melissa's past as they hunt for clues about her illness. (25 minutes)
- 8:10am James May's Cars of the People: James May's Cars of the People, 2: Top Gear's hairiest host explores the weird world of the microcar, revisiting Britain's infamous three-wheeled disasters as well as French deathtraps. (50 minutes)
- 1:00pm James May's Cars of the People: James May's Cars of the People, 3: Captain Slow finds out how we became a nation of car drivers. James hears how aspiration drove the development of the Rolls Royce and stages a race-off. (1 hour)
- 3:00pm Top Gear: Strap in for a spin with Jeremy, James and Richard. Here, the chaps attempt to build their own electric car, while the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car is actor Michael Sheen. (1 hour)
- 6:00pm Top Gear: Four-wheeled news and views. Jeremy and Richard take a look at the unique charm of some old Lancia cars. And future host Chris Evans is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car. (1 hour)
BBC ONE HD (101)
- 10:00am Homes Under the Hammer: 56, 80. Martel visits a mid-terrace in Birmingham and a detached property in Hounslow, London. (1 hour)
- 11:00am Island Medics: 7, 10. Dental director Dr Brian Chittick operates on one of his own colleagues who has two troublesome wisdom teeth that need to be removed. (45 minutes)
- 12:15pm Bargain Hunt: 14, 32. Paul Laidlaw presents as the hunt for bargains heads to Exeter's Westpoint Arena. Experts Charlie Ross and Gary Pe assist the teams. (45 minutes)
- 1:45pm Doctors: 29, 196. Al and Jimmi have a threatening visitor at the Icon. Ayesha deals with the fallout from a dodgy batch of pills on campus. (30 minutes)
- 2:15pm The Blake Mysteries: Ghost Stories: Crime drama. 1963. Matthew Lawson finds himself confronted with not one but two grisly murders, and no obvious link. Jean Blake is determined to prove that she can help. (45 minutes)
- 3:00pm Escape to the Country: 6, 25. Jules Hudson is house hunting in Somerset with a couple who have a £675,000 budget to find a rural home that must have annexe potential for their parents. (45 minutes)
- 3:45pm Garden Rescue: 13, 30. Garden renovation series. The team is in Aylesbury to turn Michelle and Alistair's garden into a sensory play space for their autistic daughters. (45 minutes)
- 7:30pm EastEnders: Phil puts his revenge plan into action, the Panesars prove they're a force to be reckoned with, and Mick and Mitch get help from an unlikely source. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm Holby City: 51, 53. On the day he and Dom are due to renew their wedding vows, Lofty finally makes a decision about what he really wants in life. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Gold Digger: 6, 6. Julia is reeling from the revelations about Benjamin's past. But the future is up to her. Contains some strong language. (1 hour)
- 10:35pm Inside the Cage: The Rise of...: ...Female Fighters. Annie Price meets the women fighting to the top in MMA, one of the fastest growing sports. Contains some strong language. (45 minutes)
- 11:55pm A Most Violent Year: Thriller set in 1980s New York City. Abel Morales, a Mexican immigrant, tries to protect his family and his business. Contains very strong language. (2 hours)
BBC TWO HD (102)
- 7:15am Island Medics: 6, 10. Patients from Britain's most remote community - on Fair Isle, south of Shetland - wait for a break in the weather to make the trip for important operations. (45 minutes)
- 8:00am Great Australian Railway Journeys: 6, 6. Michael crosses the Hawkesbury River and rides a solar-powered train. (1 hour)
- 1:40pm The Best Christmas Food Ever: Paul Ainsworth and Catherine Fulvio are joined by presenter Angellica Bell as they share culinary secrets, perfect for creating delicious festive flavours for Christmas. (45 minutes)
- 2:25pm Holiday of My Lifetime: 3, 25. Len travels with former footballer Dion Dublin to Great Yarmouth - in a 1970s Morris Marina Coupe, a similar car to the one Dion travelled in from Leicester to the seaside in 1979. (45 minutes)
- 7:00pm Inside the Christmas Factory: Gregg Wallace is in Nottingham at an enormous party food factory where they produce 200,000 canapes every 24 hours. (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Masterchef: The Professionals: 19, 21. Only the four most talented chefs out of the original 48 remain. The first challenge they face is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to cook at the chef's table. (1 hour)
ITV HD (103)
- 7:00pm Emmerdale: Cain is infuriated by his family's actions. Leyla covers her feelings. Billy and Dawn reconcile. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm New: How to Spend It Well at...: ...Christmas with Phillip Schofield. Phillip looks into the food and drinks on offer to make your Christmas dinner dazzle without breaking the bank. S3 Ep3 (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: Sticks and Stones: Thomas, under increased pressure from the threat of redundancy, is determined to prove himself in his job but the consequences of one night could cause his life to spiral further. Ep2 (1 hour)
Channel 4 HD (104)
- 12:05am First Dates: PR exec Claudia, who's 26, looks for a date who won't make her feel 'ick'. And 71-year-old music producer Barry dates a former member of a pop group. (S13 Ep5) (1 hour)
- 1:05am First Dates at Christmas: Fresh singletons visit the restaurant and some favourite daters return for a special episode celebrating Fred and his team's successes, engagements and the first First Dates baby! (50 minutes)
- 1:55am Carol: (2015) Drama starring Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara. A wealthy married woman begins an intense relationship with a younger woman she meets in a department store. Sex, some strong language. (2 hours)
- 6:30am The King of Queens: Poor Judgement: Doug decides to become a bartender but soon discovers that the job isn't as much fun as he thought it would be, while Arthur enters the world of politics. (25 minutes)
- 6:55am The King of Queens: Gym Neighbours: Doug and Carrie start working out with Lou (a.k.a. The Incredible Hulk) and Carla Ferrigno (guest starring as themselves). (25 minutes)
- 7:20am The King of Queens: Gorilla Warfare: Carrie is shocked to learn the truth about the night she decided to marry Doug. Meanwhile, Danny falls for Holly. (25 minutes)
- 7:45am Everybody Loves Raymond: The Wallpaper: Ray finally snaps when Marie drives her car into his house, and Debra is forced to act as peacemaker. (25 minutes)
- 8:10am Everybody Loves Raymond: Meant to Be: Torn between his girlfriend Amy, ex-wife Joanne and Italian bombshell Stefania, Robert foolishly decides to tell Amy that he met up with Joanne. (30 minutes)
- 8:40am Frasier: Wheels of Fortune: Lilith's half brother Blaine Sternin (Michael Keaton) comes to town seeking Frasier's forgiveness for his past misdeeds. (30 minutes)
- 9:10am Frasier: Three Blind Dates: Frasier's family and friends organise dates with various women who they believe are guaranteed to sweep him off his feet. (30 minutes)
- 9:40am Frasier: War of the Words: Frasier's son wins a spelling bee, but there's trouble when the runner-up's parents find out that Frasier was mouthing the letters of the words. (30 minutes)
- 1:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Billy - who's scared of heights - faces the tricky task of repointing a chimney. Clive and Tanith's fountain isn't working. And the clock's ticking for sisters Marian and Tanya. (S1 Ep12) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : Four talented crafters race against the clock to create a unique seasonal present. There are also perfect place cards, made with plants, and supersized Christmas decorations. (S7 Ep2, 15) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm The Simpsons: Two Bad Neighbors: George Bush Sr moves into Evergreen Terrace, but Bart destroys his memoirs, sparking a feud between the ex-president and his new neighbour Homer. (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm Hollyoaks: Mercedes wonders whether she's made the right decision when her safety is threatened again. Mitchell's plans to see Scott are thwarted by the Deverauxs' Christmas day out. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm New: The Supervet at Christmas: It's almost Christmas but Fitzpatrick Referrals are as busy as ever with a rescue dog with bad discs and a German shepherd who gives his family and Noel an emotional ethical dilemma. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: The Undateables at Christmas: A festive show featuring much loved familiar faces sharing their special plans for the most wonderful time of the year, including rock singer Dan, and massive Leeds fan Ray from London. (1 hour)
- 10:00pm New: First Dates: Welsh hairdresser Jess wants a man who's a cut above the rest. Charity shop manager Casey has his dream white wedding all mapped out. Is his date husband material? (S13 Ep6) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:05pm Holidays from Hell: Caught on...: ...Camera: From sunbed dashes and ski crashes to Brits behaving badly and locals behaving madly, jaw-dropping real-life footage reveals how holidays can turn into a nightmare. (1 hour 5 minutes)
Channel 5 HD (105)
- 4:00am NCIS: New Orleans: The team are joined by an Australian agent who ruffles a few feathers when she tries to call the shots in the investigation into the murder of one of her countrymen. (S2 Ep 5) (45 minutes)
- 12:50pm Neighbours: Claudia contrives to spend an afternoon with Elly. Pierce invites Hendrix on another outing, but when Chloe joins them Hendrix leaves. Terese and Toadie decide to work together. (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm Neighbours: Claudia contrives to spend an afternoon with Elly. Pierce invites Hendrix on another outing, but when Chloe joins them Hendrix leaves. Terese and Toadie decide to work together. (30 minutes)
CBBC (201)
- 7:25am Danger Mouse: Escape from Big Head. Animated series. Squawkencluck reboots the Big Head base computer, which immediately locks up everyone in a maximum security prison. (15 minutes)
- 8:00am Odd Squad: Dawn of the Read. The Odd Squad investigate strange events. Here, they take on a page-turner of a case at the local library, where books are mysteriously coming to life. (10 minutes)
- 8:25am Grandpa's Great Escape: Heartwarming comedy drama about a former WWII flying ace with Alzheimer's who is admitted to an old people's home, from which he is determined to escape for one last adventure. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 9:30am A Strange Hill Christmas: A Strange Hill Christmas. Animated series. Mitchell's desperate attempt to start his Christmas holiday early is scuppered when he accidentally traps everyone in the school. (25 minutes)
- 10:25am Our School: When School Sucked. The students are sent back in time to try school Victorian-style. (20 minutes)
- 10:45am Our School: Here Comes Trouble. School can be a noisy place, especially if your class includes a cheeky chappy like Logan! (20 minutes)
- 2:45pm The Dumping Ground: King of Comedy. Bird's secret fears are exposed when he's signed up to perform at a stand-up comedy event. (30 minutes)
- 4:20pm Odd Squad: Otis's Day. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. Getting a villain back to headquarters proves cumbersome when the tubes are down for maintenance. (15 minutes)
- 5:30pm Our School: The Magic of Christmas. Christmas is coming and Mrs Worth has a... Followed by Operation Ouch! Snips; Dr Chris and Dr Xand investigate what is in your farts and burps, and why we do them. (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Horrible Histories: Gorgeous...: ...George III Special. Gorgeous George III Special. King George III goes from a young unpopular king to a much-loved figure. (30 minutes)
- 7:30pm Grandpa's Great Escape: Heartwarming comedy drama about a former WWII flying ace with Alzheimer's who is admitted to an old people's home, from which he is determined to escape for one last adventure. (1 hour 5 minutes)
CBeebies (202)
- 6:35am Twirlywoos: Going Over. Stop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos. The Twirlywoos watch a horse going over a jump and try to have a go themselves. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:05am Bing: Presents. It's Christmas Day, and everyone is celebrating and opening presents at Bing's house. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 7:10am Bing: Snow. Bing can't wait to try out his new sledge, but the garden is too flat for sledging! Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:20am Hey Duggee: Tinsel Badge: The Tinsel Badge. Preschool animation. It's nearly Christmas and Duggee is wrapping presents to go under the tree. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 7:35am Bitz & Bob: Rock and Roll. Animated preschool series. Bitz and Bob are helping famous artist La Purl move a very large rock across the beach, as she needs it for a mysterious work of art. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:45am Peter Rabbit: The Tale of the Big Bad Badger. Animated series. When Tommy Brock decides to move into the Farmyard, Mittens needs Peter Rabbit's help to evict him! Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 8:10am Octonauts: Octonauts and the Mantis Shrimp. Animated series. The Octonauts must get two mantis shrimp to stop fighting before their powerful claw strikes destroy the Octopod. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 9:20am Olobob Top: Bus. Preschool animated series. Crunch is driving everyone around the forest in a bus, but no one can decide where to go. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 9:25am Bing: Hippity Hoppity, Voosh. Children's animation. Bing and Sula are playing a vooshing game with their favourite toys. They throw them into the air to see how high they can fly. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 9:30am Twirlywoos: Faster and Faster. Stop-motion preschool series. The Twirlywoos play a tune on a piano which gets faster and faster. In the Boat, the Twirlywoo Screen sets them a challenge. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 11:05am Pablo: Mirror Boy. Animated preschool series. Pablo is fascinated with the boy in the mirror. He draws his new friend and introduces him to the art world. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 12:30pm Katie Morag: Katie Morag and the Baking Day Secret. Live-action children's show. A mix-up with dates means that there is nothing ready when the Mackies come for tea - Katie Morag tries to help. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 12:45pm Melody: Rocket Trip. Preschool mixed-media music show. Mum and Melody take a trip to an observatory. Melody listens to Mars by Gustav Holst. Melody's imagination takes her into space. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 1:25pm Bing: Come On Charlie. Children's animation. Bing gets all his favourite games out to play with Charlie, but when Charlie arrives he doesn't want to play any of them. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 1:35pm Twirlywoos: More About Cleaning. Stop-motion preschool programme. The Twirlywoos watch a cleaner cleaning a floor with a mop, but people with muddy shoes keep making the floor dirty again. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 2:35pm Pablo: The Fiona. Animated preschool series. When Pablo meets Mum's friend Fiona, all he notices about her is one bright, shiny button, which he tells the Book Animals is a Fiona. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 3:00pm Andy's Prehistoric Adventures: Spinosaurus and Scan. Adventure series. Andy travels 100 million years back in time to meet the spinosaurus, a huge meat-eating dinosaur that is even bigger than the T rex! Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 4:35pm Peter Rabbit: The Tale of the Journal's End. Animated series. When Flopsy and Mopsy borrow Peter's journal, Peter has to save them from Old Brown - but will he lose his journal in the process? Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 5:00pm New: My First Festival: Hanukkah: Hanukkah. We follow Sophia as she celebrates the Jewish festival of Hanukkah with her family. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 5:15pm Topsy and Tim's Christmas Eve: 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. (15 minutes)
- 6:10pm Clangers: The Scary Thing. Fishing in the music boat, Small catches a strange object. He thinks Tiny might like it! Also in HD. (10 minutes)
CITV (203)
- 6:00am Dino Dana: Dino Back Riding: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training! Dana gets a chance to ride a Hippodraco at Grandma's farm. S2 Ep13 (10 minutes)
- 6:10am Dino Dana: Overnight Dino: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training! Dana wants to stay up all night and learn about nocturnal dinosaurs, but Dad says no! S2 Ep14 (15 minutes)
- 12:30pm Dino Dana: Saaratops: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training! Dana and Grandma decide which of three dinosaurs would win in a fight. S2 Ep15 (15 minutes)
- 12:45pm Dino Dana: Raising Dino Expectations: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training! Dana learns about how dinosaurs raised their young when she meets a baby. S2 Ep16 (15 minutes)
- 1:00pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Birthday Party: Mr Bean is feeling down. Everyone has forgotten his birthday - and to make it worse Mrs Wicket is having a noisy party downstairs. S2 Ep45 (15 minutes)
- 1:15pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. In the Garden: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean digs a hole in his garden - and finds a bomb. S2 Ep46 (15 minutes)
- 2:00pm Thunderbirds Are Go: Chain Reaction: A young GDF guard gets trapped inside a radioactive, and possibly haunted, nuclear facility. Scott goes in to assist, with help from GDF Lieutenant Marion Van Arkle. S3 Ep16 (25 minutes)
- 4:30pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. A Magic Day Out: Mr Bean and Irma are off for a day at the seaside, where his trunk gets accidentally swapped with that of a stage magician. S2 Ep47 (15 minutes)
- 4:45pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Ball Pool: Animated antics. Mr Bean does not like sharing the local soft play area with all those annoying kids so he decides to convert his flat into one. S2 Ep48 (15 minutes)
- 5:00pm Lego Jurassic:...: ...World: The Legend of Isla Nublar. To the Extreme!: Danny pours some energy drink into the water supply, making all the dinosaurs super energetic and dangerous. Ep10 (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm Guardians of the...: ...Galaxy: The Thanos Threat. The Guardians of the Galaxy team up for another exciting adventure against their arch-nemesis Thanos, who's after the powerful Build Stone! (24 minutes)
- 6:24pm Pokemon Sun and Moon:...: ... - Ultra Legends. Living on the Cutting Edge!: Ash and the other Ultra Guardians spring into action when they realise a Kartana is on the loose. S22 Ep31 (31 minutes)
- 6:55pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Birthday Party: Mr Bean is feeling down. Everyone has forgotten his birthday - and to make it worse Mrs Wicket is having a noisy party downstairs. S2 Ep45 (15 minutes)
- 7:10pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. In the Garden: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean digs a hole in his garden - and finds a bomb. S2 Ep46 (15 minutes)
- 7:25pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. A Magic Day Out: Mr Bean and Irma are off for a day at the seaside, where his trunk gets accidentally swapped with that of a stage magician. S2 Ep47 (15 minutes)
- 7:40pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Ball Pool: Animated antics. Mr Bean does not like sharing the local soft play area with all those annoying kids so he decides to convert his flat into one. S2 Ep48 (14 minutes)
- 8:25pm Spy School: Operation High Notes: When the voices of the UK's biggest pop stars turn into high-pitched squeals overnight, the Spy School cadets must find the cause. S1 Ep3 (30 minutes)
CBBC HD (204)
- 7:25am Danger Mouse: Escape from Big Head. Animated series. Squawkencluck reboots the Big Head base computer, which immediately locks up everyone in a maximum security prison. (15 minutes)
- 8:00am Odd Squad: Dawn of the Read. The Odd Squad investigate strange events. Here, they take on a page-turner of a case at the local library, where books are mysteriously coming to life. (10 minutes)
- 8:25am Grandpa's Great Escape: Heartwarming comedy drama about a former WWII flying ace with Alzheimer's who is admitted to an old people's home, from which he is determined to escape for one last adventure. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 9:30am A Strange Hill Christmas: A Strange Hill Christmas. Animated series. Mitchell's desperate attempt to start his Christmas holiday early is scuppered when he accidentally traps everyone in the school. (25 minutes)
- 10:25am Our School: When School Sucked. The students are sent back in time to try school Victorian-style. (20 minutes)
- 10:45am Our School: Here Comes Trouble. School can be a noisy place, especially if your class includes a cheeky chappy like Logan! (20 minutes)
- 2:45pm The Dumping Ground: King of Comedy. Bird's secret fears are exposed when he's signed up to perform at a stand-up comedy event. (30 minutes)
- 4:20pm Odd Squad: Otis's Day. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. Getting a villain back to headquarters proves cumbersome when the tubes are down for maintenance. (15 minutes)
- 5:30pm Our School: The Magic of Christmas. Christmas is coming and Mrs Worth has a... Followed by Operation Ouch! Snips; Dr Chris and Dr Xand investigate what is in your farts and burps, and why we do them. (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Horrible Histories: Gorgeous...: ...George III Special. Gorgeous George III Special. King George III goes from a young unpopular king to a much-loved figure. (30 minutes)
- 7:30pm Grandpa's Great Escape: Heartwarming comedy drama about a former WWII flying ace with Alzheimer's who is admitted to an old people's home, from which he is determined to escape for one last adventure. (1 hour 5 minutes)
Wednesday 18th December
BBC ONE S West (1)
- 10:00am Homes Under the Hammer: 18, 80. Martel visits a semi-detached house in Dover, Kent, and a parcel of land in Birmingham. Martin is at a terrace in Tonypandy, south Wales. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 11:00am Island Medics: 8, 10. A group of off-duty junior doctors and medical students take a trip to the island of Fetlar. With almost perpetual daylight, they are looking forward to a midnight swim. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 12:15pm Bargain Hunt: 3, 32. Anita Manning presents a Christmas show from the Newark Antiques Fair in Nottinghamshire with experts Paul Laidlaw and Kate Bliss. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 1:45pm Doctors: 30, 196. Jimmi is stunned when a supply of drugs are found in his car and he is arrested for dealing. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
- 2:15pm The Blake Mysteries: Ghost Stories: Crime drama. With the police seemingly no closer to closing the murder cases that have shaken Ballarat, their suspicion is aroused by some articles about unsolved cases. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 3:00pm Escape to the Country: 16, 70. Nicki Chapman finds herself in the beautiful east Devon countryside with a couple who have £750,000 to find a more pastoral life and business. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 3:45pm Garden Rescue: 4, 30. Garden renovation series. Charlie Dimmock and the Rich brothers visit Cardiff to meet Nadine and Steve, who want a garden with entertaining spaces for their children. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
BBC TWO (2)
- 1:10am The Baby Has Landed: 2, 4. New parents Mo and Syler get to grips with round-the-clock feeding, while Paul and Craig's surrogate Mel gives birth to their twins. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 7:15am Island Medics: 7, 10. Dental director Dr Brian Chittick operates on one of his own colleagues who has two troublesome wisdom teeth that need to be removed. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 1:30pm The Best Christmas Food Ever: Paul Ainsworth and Catherine Fulvio are joined by presenter and former grocer Chris Bavin as they share culinary secrets, perfect for creating delicious flavours for Christmas. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 2:15pm Holiday of My Lifetime: 4, 25. Len travels with TV presenter and actress Lisa Riley to Haworth, West Yorkshire. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 4:30pm The Hairy Bikers Home for...: ...Christmas. 8, 11. The Hairy Bikers create mouthwatering festive dishes and get into the spirit of the season with special guest Gloria Hunniford. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 8:00pm Masterchef: The Professionals: 20, 21. The four finalists are challenged to create a single exceptional and evocative dish inspired by a place that is special to them. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm The Baby Has Landed: 4, 4. As the families emerge from the hectic first weeks with their new babies, they re-evaluate their priorities. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. (1 hour)
ITV (3)
- 12:40am Bancroft: The flawed life of a police chief catches up with her. In this episode, DS Katherine Stevens uncovers new and vital forensic evidence that could change everything. S1 Ep2 (50 minutes)
- 3:00am Who's Doing the Dishes?: Aldo Zilli: Brian McFadden presents the dining challenge show. Top celebrity chef Aldo Zilli throws a dinner party for four strangers. S2 Ep9 (50 minutes)
- 7:00pm Emmerdale: Charity has a plan to rile Cain. Liv worries about Aaron. Jamie and Andrea resolve their conflict. (30 minutes)
- 7:30pm Coronation Street: Roy makes an error of judgement by leaving Richard unattended. Michelle receives a mystery offer for the Bistro. Ryan begs Gary for work to pay off his debt. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm New: Paul O'Grady: For the...: ...Love of Dogs. In the last episode of the series, Paul O'Grady falls head over heels with a Pyrenean mountain called Linda, who has a problem with her bladder. S8 Ep8 (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm Coronation Street: Nina lays the blame at Roy's door. Michael waits in vain for a visit from Grace and Tianna. Ryan completes a mission for Gary. (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm New: Sticks and Stones: Thomas finally tells his boss Chris Carter that he is being bullied, leading to an emotional and shocking final showdown. Ep3 (1 hour)
Channel 4 (4)
- 1:00am A Very British Country House: A look behind the scenes at Cliveden House, one of the world's most exclusive country house hotels. This episode features an unexpected visit from royal bride-to-be Meghan Markle. (Ep1, 4) (55 minutes)
- 1:55am Morgan: (2016) Sci-fi horror starring Kate Mara and Anya Taylor-Joy. A company must decide whether to continue their experiment when their artificial human turns violent. Strong language, violence. (1 hour 35 minutes)
- 3:30am Grand Designs: Kevin McCloud meets Anjana and David Devoy who, having outgrown their tiny Victorian house in Clapham, plan to build a modern, minimalist home in their back garden. (55 minutes)
- 6:30am The King of Queens: Hi, School: Doug bumps into his high school football coach (guest star Burt Reynolds) and Arthur loses his senses of sight, hearing and speech. (25 minutes)
- 6:55am The King of Queens: Deconstructing Carrie: Doug encourages some builders to wolf whistle at Carrie so that she doesn't feel bad about turning 35. (25 minutes)
- 7:20am The King of Queens: Black List: Doug tries to find his 'roots' when Deacon snubs him for a new black friend, and Carrie's manicurist refuses to see her. (25 minutes)
- 7:45am Everybody Loves Raymond: Pet Cemetery: When Ray accidentally kills Ally's hamster, Debra insists that the family has to have a pet funeral. (25 minutes)
- 8:10am Everybody Loves Raymond: The Author: The brothers fall out when Ray has to face up to failure for once, while Robert is promoted to lieutenant. (30 minutes)
- 8:40am Frasier: Deathtrap: Frasier and Niles make a return trip to their childhood home and reminisce about when they thought there had been a murder. (30 minutes)
- 9:10am Frasier: The Love You Fake: Frasier and his neighbour Cam attempt to put an end to their feud because of their parents' supposed love affair. (30 minutes)
- 9:40am Frasier: Cheerful Goodbyes: Frasier meets up with some of the old Cheers gang in Boston for Cliff's retirement party. (30 minutes)
- 1:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Billy, Gwendoline and Michael hope to move into their chateau, but the kitchen's unfinished. Clive and Tanith play Cupid. In the Loire, Paul and Karen plan to attract more guests. (S1 Ep13) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : At Christmas HQ crafters battle for Kirstie Allsopp's best decorated tree competition. There's also an artisan with the Midas touch and two mini makes for a cosy Christmas. (S7 Ep3, 15) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm The Simpsons: Scenes from a Class Struggle in Springfield: The family are invited to join an exclusive country club, but while Homer, Bart and Lisa make themselves at home, Marge has trouble adjusting. (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm Hollyoaks: James and Liam discuss what skills they can bring to their new business venture. Scott and Mitchell get the opportunity to be a proper couple at the Christmas markets. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm New: Food Unwrapped: Cracking...: ...Christmas Guide: From novel turkey cooking methods to affordable fizz, this special show reveals everything you need to know to feed your family and friends better, cheaper and faster. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: My Grandparents' War: Carey Mulligan: The actor learns how her grandfather fought the Japanese in the final months of World War II, and lost his closest friends from a kamikaze attack at sea. (Ep4, 4) (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Father Ted Christmas Special: Father Ted and Father Dougal get lost in the lingerie section of a huge department store. Only Ted's quick thinking can avert a potential embarrassment for the Church. (1 hour 15 minutes)
- 11:15pm 24 Hours in A&E: Lucy is rushed in after a severe seizure. Simon comes to A&E with severe neck pain. Two-year-old Sophie is in paediatrics after being sprayed in the face with a cleaning product. (S19 Ep5) (1 hour)
Channel 5 (5)
- 3:10am NCIS: New Orleans: Crime spin-off series. The team cross swords with the Triads when they try to stop the flow of a deadly hallucinogen that is threatening to flood the city. (S2 Ep 6) (50 minutes)
- 4:00am NCIS: New Orleans: Crime spin-off series. The team search for a heartless killer who will stop at nothing to get another chance at life. (S2 Ep 7) (45 minutes)
- 4:45am NCIS: New Orleans: Crime spin-off series. Pride and Sonya escort a witness to the trial of a weapons trafficker in Texas, only to be ambushed on the way. (S2 Ep 8) (50 minutes)
- 12:50pm Neighbours: Finn demands that Claudia leave town for betraying his trust, but she cannot resist meddling once more before she departs. Toadie dislikes Chloe's plans for a Christmas concert. (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm Neighbours: Finn demands that Claudia leave town for betraying his trust, but she cannot resist meddling once more before she departs. Toadie dislikes Chloe's plans for a Christmas concert. (30 minutes)
ITV2 (6)
- 1:30am The Cleveland Show: A Cleveland Brown Christmas: Animation. Cleveland reveals the truth about Rallo's father after having too much to drink at the office party. Meanwhile, Roberta becomes an activist. S1 Ep9 (25 minutes)
- 8:00am Emmerdale: Cain is infuriated by his family's actions. Leyla covers her feelings. Billy and Dawn reconcile. (30 minutes)
- 10:20am Dress To Impress: Tommy, Miguel and Jac compete for the affections of Londoner Remus. Which of the three single shoppers' fashion choices will win them a date? S2 Ep8 (55 minutes)
- 11:15am Dress To Impress: Politics student Demi is hoping to be impressed by the style choices of three single lads. Will any of them be able to leave an impression? S2 Ep9 (1 hour)
- 12:15pm Emmerdale: Cain is infuriated by his family's actions. Leyla covers her feelings. Billy and Dawn reconcile. (35 minutes)
- 2:45pm The Boxer and the Ballroom...: ...Dancer. As the big days get closer, Molly Mae and Maura are on hand to offer their advice and Tommy and Curtis get each other kitted out for their final showdowns. Ep2 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 3:50pm Dinner Date: Niomi: Culinary dating series. Niomi from London chooses three dates from five menus. After the meals are eaten and the dates are over, which lucky guy will join her for seconds? S6 Ep14 (1 hour)
- 4:50pm New: Dress To Impress: The fashion-themed dating challenge continues. Whose style choices will impress Nate from Nottingham? S2 Ep10 (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 6:00pm New: Dress To Impress: In London, Jessica, Shai and Harley all hope to impress model and personal trainer Robbie with their style choices. S2 Ep11 (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: The Boxer and the Ballroom...: ...Dancer. The time has finally come for the boys to face their fears and compete in front of their friends and family and a crowd of thousands in the competition of their lives. Ep3 (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Family Guy: Road to the North Pole, Part 1: Subversive animated comedy. After being dismissed by Santa Claus at the mall, Stewie forces Brian to drive him to the North Pole to kill Santa. S9 Ep9 (30 minutes)
- 10:30pm Family Guy: Road to the North Pole, Part 2: Subversive animated comedy. Shocked by what they find at Santa's workshop, Stewie and Brian strive to save Christmas. S9 Ep10 (30 minutes)
- 11:00pm Family Guy: Peter, Chris and Brian: US animated comedy. Upset that none of his childhood dreams have come true, Peter hopes to improve Chris's future by forcing him to spend time with Brian. S14 Ep5 (30 minutes)
- 11:30pm American Dad!: For Whom the Sleigh Bell Tolls: Animated series about a hapless CIA agent. Christmas itself is put at risk when Steve accidentally shoots Santa with the gun his father bought him. S7 Ep8 (25 minutes)
- 11:55pm American Dad!: NSA (No Snoops Allowed): Animated series. Steve is approached by the NSA, who convince him to help them spy on Stan. Roger convinces Hayley to resume being a carnivore once a year. S12 Ep4 (30 minutes)
BBC FOUR (9)
- 12:00am Looking for Rembrandt: 3, 3. Desperate for money, Rembrandt takes on commissions that even his pupils have passed up on, pupils who are now getting the grand offers that once came through Rembrandt's door. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 1:00am Peaky Blinders: 4, 6. Arthur spearheads a ferocious takeover of London's Eden Club. Contains strong language, some sexual content and some violence. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 2:00am Peaky Blinders: 5, 6. Tommy is caught by surprise when his powerbase in London is obliterated. Contains strong language, sexual violence and upsetting scenes. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 3:00am Peaky Blinders: 6, 6. Tommy is faced with impossible decisions as he plans to strike back at his enemies. Contains strong language, some sexual content and sexual violence. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Tudor Monastery Farm Christmas: Historian Ruth Goodman and archaeologists Tom Pinfold and Peter Ginn recreate how the farms of Tudor England celebrated the 12 days of Christmas with banquets and carol singing. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Vic & Bob's Big Night Out: 4, 4. Mulligan and O'Hare present their album Caravan Park. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
- 10:30pm House of Fools Christmas Special: Sitcom. Bob's present for Erik has caught fire. With Vic and the gang, he must go on an underground journey by boat to Phil Collins's house to save Christmas. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
- 11:00pm Thailand: Earth's Tropical...: ...Paradise. 3, 3. Series exploring the paradise of Thailand. Northern Thailand, dominated by mountains and forests, hides ancient creatures and surprising partnerships. Also in HD. (1 hour)
ITV3 (10)
- 7:50am Heartbeat: Friends and Relations: Rob has to re-evaluate a new romance when his girlfriend's wild party ends in tragedy. David is delighted when a face from the past arrives in Aidensfield. S14 Ep19 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 10:40am Agatha Christie's Marple: The Mirror Crack'd From Side to Side: A fan dies after drinking a poisoned cocktail at a Hollywood star's party, but for whom was the fatal concoction really intended? S5 Ep4 (2 hours)
- 12:40pm Heartbeat: Off the Rails: Ashfordly station is targeted by crooks stealing freight wagons with a rogue locomotive. Peggy prepares to rake in the profits as she fixes the local bowls tournament. S14 Ep20 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 3:55pm Agatha Christie's Marple: The Secret of Chimneys: Miss Marple goes to a country estate for a party. When one of the guests is killed, she discovers a coded message and a dark secret. S5 Ep2 (2 hours)
- 5:55pm Heartbeat: Off the Rails: Ashfordly station is targeted by crooks stealing freight wagons with a rogue locomotive. Peggy prepares to rake in the profits as she fixes the local bowls tournament. S14 Ep20 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 8:00pm Agatha Christie's Marple: The Pale Horse: After a friend is murdered, Miss Marple vows to seek justice. A clue leads her to an inn run by modern-day witches who claim to be able to kill using black magic. S5 Ep1 (2 hours)
- 10:00pm The Bletchley Circle: San...: ...Francisco. Fog of War: When a Russian diplomat dies in Iris's arms, the FBI sweep in to control the story and rule the death accidental. Iris is forced to protect her family. Ep7 (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Cheat: As Leah deals with the fallout of Adam's betrayal, some unexpected news further complicates matters. The truth is finally exposed over the course of one explosive evening. Ep3 (1 hour 5 minutes)
Pick (11)
- 12:00am Brit Cops: Rapid Response: Action-packed documentary following rapid response officers, the fastest cops in Britain, as they crack down on crime. Time is of the essence! (S3, ep 3) (1 hour)
- 3:00am A Town Called Eureka: Ship Happens: Carter believes there's a connection between a strange ship and a series of deadly electrical anomalies. Can he put a stop to the freakish occurrences? (S3, ep 14) (1 hour)
- 4:00am A Town Called Eureka: Shower The People: Allison is thrown a baby shower, and Carter investigates when a group of scientists are found drowned in an area where drowning should be impossible. (S3, ep 15) (1 hour)
- 8:00am Border Security: Canada's...: ...Front Line. Officers are stumped by a backpacker carrying photos of his criminal activities. Plus, an American band gets caught in a jam. (S2, ep 6) (30 minutes)
- 8:30am Border Security: Canada's...: ...Front Line. Staff confront an American soldier running scared, and a British woman causes confusion with her bag of tricks. (S2, ep 7) (30 minutes)
- 1:00pm UK Border Force: In the final instalment of the series, the Manchester enforcement team conducts raids in Rochdale in search of illegal workers, while a man is deported to Nigeria. (8, 8) (1 hour)
- 3:00pm Nothing To Declare: The observational documentary series goes to the frontline of Australia's defence against customs, quarantine and immigration violations. (S7, ep 1) (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Nothing To Declare: Cameras join officers from Australia's airports, harbours and mail services as they protect the nation from drug smugglers, illegal products and unusual creepy-crawlies. (S7, ep 2) (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm Border Security USA: Documentary exploring the extreme measures people take to break US security laws and America's desperate fight against drugs, illegal immigration and terrorism. (S1, ep 13) (1 hour)
- 5:00pm Children's Hospital: Documentary shining a light on the brave young patients and dedicated staff of the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. (S1, ep 11) (30 minutes)
- 5:30pm Children's Hospital: Series two of the emotionally-charged documentary following staff at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. (S2, ep 1) (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm Road Wars: More full-throttle action in the fly-on-the-wall series. In tonight's instalment: a nasty gang mugging, a high-speed pursuit and a mouthy youth. Strong language. (S6, ep 5) (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Elementary: Poison Pen: Holmes and Watson investigate the poisoning of the boss of a financial company, leading Sherlock to a mysterious woman from his past. (S2, ep 4) (1 hour)
E4 (13)
- 12:15am Gogglebox: What do Britain's favourite viewers think of Race Across the World, Free Solo, The Bachelor, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? and The Great British Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer? (S13 Ep3) (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 3:25am The Big Bang Theory: The Love Spell Potential: When the girls' trip to Las Vegas falls through, the guys invite them to a Dungeons & Dragons night that changes Sheldon and Amy's relationship. (S6 Ep23, 24) (25 minutes)
- 3:50am The Big Bang Theory: The Bon Voyage Reaction: Leonard is offered an exciting job opportunity that will keep him out of the country for several months. Raj pushes the boundaries of his relationship. (S6 Ep24, 24) (25 minutes)
- 4:15am How I Met Your Mother: Romeward Bound: The Captain asks Lily to move to Rome so that she can act as his art consultant while he lives there, but she frets about the effect on Marshall's career. (S8 Ep21, 24) (25 minutes)
- 6:00am Hollyoaks: Mercedes stands her ground to protect Bobby. Diane decides it's time to move on from Tony and confides in Scott about her perfect man. A new and unlikely romance is blossoming. (30 minutes)
- 6:30am Hollyoaks: Mercedes wonders whether she's made the right decision when her safety is threatened again. Mitchell's plans to see Scott are thwarted by the Deverauxs' Christmas day out. (30 minutes)
- 8:00am How I Met Your Mother: Something New: Robin and Barney's wedding is looming, but Ted tells Lily he's planning to move to Chicago after the ceremony. Marshall takes baby Marvin on a trip to Minnesota. (S8 Ep24, 24) (30 minutes)
- 8:30am How I Met Your Mother: The Locket: The gang all travel to Long Island for Robin and Barney's wedding, but the happy couple make a startling discovery about their families en route. (S9 Ep1, 24) (30 minutes)
- 10:00am The Big Bang Theory: The Hofstadter Insufficiency: Sheldon and Penny bond while Leonard is away. Raj finds someone to share his heartache. Bernadette and Amy attract male attention at a conference. (S7 Ep1, 24) (30 minutes)
- 10:30am The Big Bang Theory: The Deception Verification: Leonard returns early from his research expedition as a surprise for Penny, but Sheldon becomes upset that he wasn't in on the secret. (S7 Ep2, 24) (30 minutes)
- 11:00am The Goldbergs: Bachelor Party: Barry thinks he wants a wild bachelor party, but when confronted with the reality, he realises Adam's idea of a low-key event is more his speed. (S6 Ep9, 23) (30 minutes)
- 11:30am The Goldbergs: Yippee Ki Yay Melon Farmer: Barry is thrilled that his engagement to Lainey enables him to celebrate Christmas at her house. Marvin makes a big promise to Adam. (S6 Ep10, 23) (30 minutes)
- 12:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: The Swedes: Santiago and Jeffords help Gina to prepare for an exam. Peralta and Diaz work with two Swedish detectives on an international jewel theft case. (S3 Ep9, 23) (30 minutes)
- 12:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Yippie Kayak: Peralta, Boyle and Gina get into trouble while doing some shopping on Christmas Eve. Santiago tries to prove she's as tough as Holt and Diaz. (S3 Ep10, 23) (30 minutes)
- 1:00pm The Big Bang Theory: The Hamburger Postulate: Leonard fears he's wasting his time on Penny and ends up making a connection with Leslie. Sheldon frets over a change to his hamburger routine. (S1 Ep5, 17) (30 minutes)
- 1:30pm The Big Bang Theory: The Middle Earth Paradigm: Penny decides to host a big Halloween party, putting Leonard, Sheldon, Howard and Raj through a demanding new test of their social skills. (S1 Ep6, 17) (30 minutes)
- 3:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Terry Kitties: Jeffords enlists Peralta's help to solve a case from his past. Santiago invites herself to a competitive training exercise with Holt and Diaz. (S3 Ep19, 23) (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Paranoia: Jeffords disapproves of Diaz's fast-moving relationship with Pimento, who has started to believe that someone from his past is trying to kill him. (S3 Ep20, 23) (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm The Goldbergs: Eight-bit Goldbergs: Adam is thrilled when he is asked to design his own video game for a school project. Beverly frets that Pops is too keen on gambling. (S6 Ep19) (30 minutes)
- 4:30pm The Goldbergs: This Is This Is Spinal Tap: The Dropouts are booked to perform a gig at a charity carnival. Beverly's concerns about Murray's health push him to the limit. (S6 Ep20) (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm The Big Bang Theory: The Shiksa Indeterminacy: Leonard, Raj and Howard all fall heavily for Sheldon's twin sister, but when Leonard comes up with a plan to win her heart, it's derailed by Sheldon. (S1 Ep15, 17) (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm The Big Bang Theory: The Peanut Reaction: Penny throws a surprise party for Leonard and gets support from Howard and Raj, but Sheldon's indulgence in an electronics shop throws her off track. (S1 Ep16, 17) (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Hollyoaks: Mitchell prepares to tell his family about Scott. Sienna is desperate to know whether Christmas will fulfil her wishes, while Jack wants to whisk Breda away on holiday. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm The Crystal Maze Celebrity...: ...Christmas Special: Richard Ayoade guides celebrity adventurers Christopher Biggins, Deborah Meaden, Jamie Laing, Frankie Bridge and Chris Kamara around a special panto-themed Maze. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm The Inbetweeners: The Duke of Edinburgh Awards: Will is asked to coordinate the school's Duke of Edinburgh Awards scheme, and immediately turns the situation to his own advantage. (S2 Ep5, 6) (35 minutes)
- 9:35pm The Inbetweeners: End of Term: Will is stressed about exams, Jay has other things on his mind, Simon finally seems to be making headway with Carli, and Neil forgets his kit for his PE exam. (S2 Ep6, 6) (30 minutes)
- 10:05pm New: Rick and Morty [adult swim]: Brand new series - Rattlestar Ricklactica: While repairing a flat tyre in outer space, Morty suffers a lethal snake bite that leads to a tricky encounter with a snake civilisation. (S4 Ep5) (35 minutes)
- 10:40pm Rick and Morty [adult swim]: Brand new series - Claw and Hoarder: Special Ricktim's Morty: Rick promises Morty he can get a new companion: a flying, fire-breathing dragon. Jerry meets a mysterious talking cat. (S4 Ep4) (30 minutes)
- 11:10pm The Big Bang Theory: The Cohabitation Experimentation: When Amy's flat is flooded, she has to move out while it is repaired and proposes a 'cohabitation experiment' with Sheldon. (S10 Ep4, 24) (30 minutes)
- 11:40pm The Big Bang Theory: 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, 24) (25 minutes)
Film4 (14)
- 1:15pm The Poseidon Adventure: (1972) Action adventure. Gene Hackman stars as a priest who leads a ragtag group of survivors on a life-or-death quest to escape from the capsized ocean liner Poseidon. (2 hours 15 minutes)
- 9:00pm Hampstead: (2017) Romantic comedy-drama with Diane Keaton and Brendan Gleeson. When a widow meets a man living wild on the Heath, romance blossoms. But then property developers threaten his shack. (2 hours 5 minutes)
- 11:05pm 47 Ronin: (2013) Keanu Reeves stars in a violent action-adventure with supernatural elements. In a magical early-18th-century Japan, a band of ex-samurai set out to avenge their master's death. (2 hours 15 minutes)
Channel 4+1 (15)
- 12:05am Holidays from Hell: Caught on...: ...Camera: From sunbed dashes and ski crashes to Brits behaving badly and locals behaving madly, jaw-dropping real-life footage reveals how holidays can turn into a nightmare. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 2:00am A Very British Country House: A look behind the scenes at Cliveden House, one of the world's most exclusive country house hotels. This episode features an unexpected visit from royal bride-to-be Meghan Markle. (Ep1, 4) (55 minutes)
- 2:55am Morgan: (2016) Sci-fi horror starring Kate Mara and Anya Taylor-Joy. A company must decide whether to continue their experiment when their artificial human turns violent. Strong language, violence. (1 hour 35 minutes)
- 4:30am Grand Designs: Kevin McCloud meets Anjana and David Devoy who, having outgrown their tiny Victorian house in Clapham, plan to build a modern, minimalist home in their back garden. (55 minutes)
- 7:30am The King of Queens: Hi, School: Doug bumps into his high school football coach (guest star Burt Reynolds) and Arthur loses his senses of sight, hearing and speech. (25 minutes)
- 7:55am The King of Queens: Deconstructing Carrie: Doug encourages some builders to wolf whistle at Carrie so that she doesn't feel bad about turning 35. (25 minutes)
- 8:20am The King of Queens: Black List: Doug tries to find his 'roots' when Deacon snubs him for a new black friend, and Carrie's manicurist refuses to see her. (25 minutes)
- 8:45am Everybody Loves Raymond: Pet Cemetery: When Ray accidentally kills Ally's hamster, Debra insists that the family has to have a pet funeral. (25 minutes)
- 9:10am Everybody Loves Raymond: The Author: The brothers fall out when Ray has to face up to failure for once, while Robert is promoted to lieutenant. (30 minutes)
- 9:40am Frasier: Deathtrap: Frasier and Niles make a return trip to their childhood home and reminisce about when they thought there had been a murder. (30 minutes)
- 10:10am Frasier: The Love You Fake: Frasier and his neighbour Cam attempt to put an end to their feud because of their parents' supposed love affair. (30 minutes)
- 10:40am Frasier: Cheerful Goodbyes: Frasier meets up with some of the old Cheers gang in Boston for Cliff's retirement party. (30 minutes)
- 2:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Billy, Gwendoline and Michael hope to move into their chateau, but the kitchen's unfinished. Clive and Tanith play Cupid. In the Loire, Paul and Karen plan to attract more guests. (S1 Ep13) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 6:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : At Christmas HQ crafters battle for Kirstie Allsopp's best decorated tree competition. There's also an artisan with the Midas touch and two mini makes for a cosy Christmas. (S7 Ep3, 15) (1 hour)
- 7:00pm The Simpsons: Scenes from a Class Struggle in Springfield: The family are invited to join an exclusive country club, but while Homer, Bart and Lisa make themselves at home, Marge has trouble adjusting. (30 minutes)
- 7:30pm Hollyoaks: James and Liam discuss what skills they can bring to their new business venture. Scott and Mitchell get the opportunity to be a proper couple at the Christmas markets. (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm New: Food Unwrapped: Cracking...: ...Christmas Guide: From novel turkey cooking methods to affordable fizz, this special show reveals everything you need to know to feed your family and friends better, cheaper and faster. (1 hour)
- 10:00pm New: My Grandparents' War: Carey Mulligan: The actor learns how her grandfather fought the Japanese in the final months of World War II, and lost his closest friends from a kamikaze attack at sea. (Ep4, 4) (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Father Ted Christmas Special: Father Ted and Father Dougal get lost in the lingerie section of a huge department store. Only Ted's quick thinking can avert a potential embarrassment for the Church. (1 hour 15 minutes)
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- 1:30am Father Ted Christmas Special: Father Ted and Father Dougal get lost in the lingerie section of a huge department store. Only Ted's quick thinking can avert a potential embarrassment for the Church. (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 8:55am Food Unwrapped: Jimmy Doherty investigates a looming coconut shortage. Could compostables be the answer to our worldwide plastics problem? And why are macarons so expensive? (S16 Ep1) (35 minutes)
- 4:50pm The Secret Life of the Zoo:...: ...Underwater Special: This deep-dive special episode explores the extraordinary underwater world of Chester Zoo, featuring blind fish, rare amphibians, and a very frisky penguin. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:55pm The Supervet at Christmas: It's Christmas and Noel is busier than ever, helping a sleigh-pulling Alaskan Malamute with bad knees, a Cocker Spaniel with a shattered jaw, and a cute Dachshund puppy. (S4 Ep5, 5) (1 hour)
- 7:55pm Escape to the Chateau: It's harvest time and Dick wants to make jam and turn pears into booze. Angel has big plans for a floating geodesic dome over the moat. Plus, a special birthday treat for Dick. (S4 Ep2, 3) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 9:00pm The Supervet at Christmas: It's Christmas and Noel is busier than ever, helping a sleigh-pulling Alaskan Malamute with bad knees, a Cocker Spaniel with a shattered jaw, and a cute Dachshund puppy. (S4 Ep5, 5) (1 hour)
- 10:00pm 24 Hours in A&E: The series that follows the stories of patients at St George's hospital returns. In this episode staff try to unravel the mystery of an unknown man who collapsed in the street. (S14 Ep1, 9) (1 hour 5 minutes)
Dave (19)
- 2:50am The Last Man on Earth: Find This Thing We Need To: Inventive US comedy that sees the funny side of a catastrophic apocalypse. Carol enlists Tandy and Erica to help find answers after her discovery. (25 minutes)
- 3:15am The Last Man on Earth: Point Person Knows Best: Post-apocalyptic comedy with a top ensemble cast, which includes Will Forte. Tandy takes charge, while Carol becomes suspicious of Todd's behaviour. (25 minutes)
- 7:10am James May's Cars of the People: James May's Cars of the People, 3: Captain Slow finds out how we became a nation of car drivers. James hears how aspiration drove the development of the Rolls Royce and stages a race-off. (50 minutes)
- 12:00pm James May's Cars of the People: The erstwhile Top Gear host can't get enough of driving. James reveals the cars that turned post-war Germany and Japan into motoring powerhouses - at the expense of Britain. (1 hour)
- 2:00pm Top Gear: Four-wheeled news and views. Jeremy and Richard take a look at the unique charm of some old Lancia cars. And future host Chris Evans is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car. (1 hour)
- 5:00pm Top Gear: Richard invents airport vehicle racing, while Jeremy's test of the Renaultsport Twingo 133 involves a tunnel, a ferry and Ross Kemp. British film director Guy Ritchie stops by. (1 hour)
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- 7:00pm The Good Life: When I'm 65: A special episode of the much-loved sitcom, recorded in the presence of the Queen. When Margo and Jerry take out another annuity, Tom considers a pension of parsnips. (1 hour)
- 10:00pm New Tricks: Wild Justice: It's all change for the veteran detectives as new boss Sasha is faced with a dilemma. An investigation into corruption calls into question a previous conviction. (1 hour 15 minutes)
- 11:15pm Silent Witness: Protection: A disturbing forensics mystery for Emilia Fox and team. When the body of a suspected paedophile is found in a playground, the death is linked to a missing child. (2 hours 20 minutes)
5 USA (21)
- 3:05am CSI: New York: Blacklist featuring Grave Digger: Crime drama. The team hunts for a cyber killer who appears to be targeting healthcare workers. (S6 Ep 2) (55 minutes)
- 4:00pm Murder She Wrote: Murder mystery series. A friend of Jessica's expresses concern that she is losing her sanity, but things are not what they initially seem. (S2 Ep 6) (1 hour)
- 5:00pm Murder She Wrote: Murder mystery series. Jessica's brief stay at a lake resort is interrupted by murder. (S2 Ep 7) (1 hour)
ITV4 (24)
- 12:45am Magnum Force: Crime sequel starring Clint Eastwood and David Soul, 1973. 'Dirty Harry' Callahan takes on a gang of vigilante policemen who are terrorising San Francisco's criminal underbelly. (1 hour 30 minutes)
- 9:25am Minder: A Bouquet of Barbed Wire: Comedy drama series. Arthur ventures into the wine trade with a vintage from the Brothers of the Blessed Bidolph - a small monastic order just off the A2. S8 Ep2 (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 11:40am The Professionals: Discovered in a Graveyard: An attempt to start up a street war is launched by a breakaway gangland faction, but their leader appears to have an ulterior motive for his actions. S4 Ep11 (1 hour)
- 1:45pm Columbo: Columbo and the Murder of a Rock Star: Columbo faces off against a lawyer who kills a rock star that he was having an affair with when she threatens to expose his practices. (2 hours 5 minutes)
- 3:50pm Minder: Whatever Happened to Her Indoors?: When Her Indoors goes missing, Arthur is under suspicion. But he's got the more important matter of a cash flow problem on his mind. S8 Ep3 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 4:55pm The Professionals: The Untouchables: When an old girlfriend from East Germany appears, Bodie is framed for assassination and hounded by Doyle and CI5. S4 Ep12 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 8:10pm Jaws: The Revenge: Gripping sequel starring Lorraine Gary and Michael Caine, 1987. Chief Brody's widow believes that her family is deliberately being targeted by another shark in search of revenge. (1 hour)
- 9:15pm Jaws: The Revenge: Gripping sequel starring Lorraine Gary and Michael Caine, 1987. Chief Brody's widow believes that her family is deliberately being targeted by another shark in search of revenge. (45 minutes)
- 10:00pm Lethal Weapon 2: Action sequel starring Mel Gibson and Danny Glover, 1989. Riggs and Murtaugh track apartheid-era South African diplomats using their immunity to smuggle krugerrands into the US. (1 hour)
- 11:05pm Lethal Weapon 2: Action sequel starring Mel Gibson and Danny Glover, 1989. Riggs and Murtaugh track apartheid-era South African diplomats using their immunity to smuggle krugerrands into the US. (1 hour 10 minutes)
Yesterday (25)
- 6:00am Operation Grand Canyon: Relive one of the Wild West's great adventures of discovery as historian Dan Snow and his team take on the rapids of the Grand Canyon in antique wooden boats. (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 12:00pm Impossible Railways: Into the Blue: How some of our greatest railways have challenged engineering's finest minds in their efforts to conquer the planet's waterways, including a tunnel beneath the English Channel. (1 hour)
- 2:00pm Attenborough's Natural Curiosities: Life on Ice: Sir David Attenborough shares secrets of the natural world. Here he looks at the wood frog and the emperor penguin. (30 minutes)
- 2:30pm Attenborough's Natural Curiosities: Spinners and Weavers: The evergreen Sir David Attenborough weaves another tale of wonder as he salutes nature's most intricate structures, from spiders' webs to birds' nests. (30 minutes)
- 3:00pm Life In The Undergrowth: The Silk Spinners: Sir David Attenborough reveals more of the wonders of nature. Silk is the secret weapon of the undergrowth. Many creatures use it in an amazing variety of ways. (1 hour)
- 4:00pm Impossible Engineering: The Shard: The Shard became the tallest building in London upon its completion in 2012. Standing over 1,000ft high, hear how this 95-storey skyscraper was conceived and constructed. (1 hour)
- 7:00pm Impossible Railways: City Limits: A look at the planet's most incredible metropolitan railways, and how they help people solve distinctly urban problems. Including a project to upgrade New York's transit system. (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Abandoned Engineering: Pyramiden Norway: A town with a supernatural atmosphere, a collection of imposing buildings in southern Australia, and the remains of curious-looking basins emerging from the waves. (1 hour)
ITVBe (26)
- 6:00am Be Beautiful: Danielle Armstrong: Make-up tutorial. Make-up artist Lyndsey Harrison shows TOWIE star Danielle Armstrong how to create a fun and flowery festival look. S2 Ep1 (10 minutes)
- 7:00am Celebrity Dinner Date: Andy Jordan: Celebrity edition of the culinary dating show. Former Made in Chelsea star Andy Jordan chooses three ladies to date based on the menus that he likes the look of. S5 Ep9 (1 hour)
- 12:00pm Be Beautiful: Melanie Murphy: Beauty experts host a series of make-up tutorials. Today, Melanie Murphy shows you how to create the perfect Kylie Jenner-inspired 90s look. S1 Ep3 (10 minutes)
- 3:05pm Celebrity Dinner Date: Josie Gibson: Celebrity edition. Former Big Brother winner Josie Gibson is given menus from five potential blind dates, but who will she choose for seconds? S5 Ep10 (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Christmas Dinner Date: Jordan: Festive edition of the culinary dating series. Jordan from Kent chooses three dates from five menus, but which lucky lady will join him for seconds? S6 Ep26 (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Botched: Botched Reunion: Show and Tell Part 2: Dr Terry DuBrow and Dr Paul Nassif make patients go from botched to beautiful by fixing some of the worst plastic surgery disasters. S1 Ep10 (55 minutes)
ITV2 +1 (27)
- 12:00am Family Guy: Peternormal Activity: US animated comedy. Peter and his friends get stuck in an asylum while filming their own horror movie. S14 Ep4 (30 minutes)
- 12:30am American Dad!: Rapture's Delight: Animated series. When Stan and Francine are left behind during the rapture on Christmas Day, Stan tries to ditch his wife to secure his entrance to heaven. S6 Ep9 (25 minutes)
- 12:55am American Dad!: Hayley Smith, Seal Team Six: Animated comedy. When everyone in the family agrees that 18-year-old Hayley is a downer, she wonders what happened to her as a child that changed her. S12 Ep3 (35 minutes)
- 2:30am The Cleveland Show: A Cleveland Brown Christmas: Animation. Cleveland reveals the truth about Rallo's father after having too much to drink at the office party. Meanwhile, Roberta becomes an activist. S1 Ep9 (25 minutes)
- 9:00am Emmerdale: Cain is infuriated by his family's actions. Leyla covers her feelings. Billy and Dawn reconcile. (30 minutes)
- 11:20am Dress To Impress: Tommy, Miguel and Jac compete for the affections of Londoner Remus. Which of the three single shoppers' fashion choices will win them a date? S2 Ep8 (55 minutes)
- 12:15pm Dress To Impress: Politics student Demi is hoping to be impressed by the style choices of three single lads. Will any of them be able to leave an impression? S2 Ep9 (1 hour)
- 1:15pm Emmerdale: Cain is infuriated by his family's actions. Leyla covers her feelings. Billy and Dawn reconcile. (35 minutes)
- 3:45pm The Boxer and the Ballroom Dancer: As the big days get closer, Molly Mae and Maura are on hand to offer their advice and Tommy and Curtis get each other kitted out for their final showdowns. Ep2 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 4:50pm Dinner Date: Niomi: Culinary dating series. Niomi from London chooses three dates from five menus. After the meals are eaten and the dates are over, which lucky guy will join her for seconds? S6 Ep14 (1 hour)
- 5:50pm New: Dress To Impress: The fashion-themed dating challenge continues. Whose style choices will impress Nate from Nottingham? S2 Ep10 (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 7:00pm New: Dress To Impress: In London, Jessica, Shai and Harley all hope to impress model and personal trainer Robbie with their style choices. S2 Ep11 (1 hour)
- 10:00pm New: The Boxer and the Ballroom Dancer: The time has finally come for the boys to face their fears and compete in front of their friends and family and a crowd of thousands in the competition of their lives. Ep3 (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Family Guy: Road to the North Pole, Part 1: Subversive animated comedy. After being dismissed by Santa Claus at the mall, Stewie forces Brian to drive him to the North Pole to kill Santa. S9 Ep9 (30 minutes)
- 11:30pm Family Guy: Road to the North Pole, Part 2: Subversive animated comedy. Shocked by what they find at Santa's workshop, Stewie and Brian strive to save Christmas. S9 Ep10 (30 minutes)
5STAR (30)
- 3:00pm Neighbours: Finn demands that Claudia leave town for betraying his trust, but she cannot resist meddling once more before she departs. Toadie dislikes Chloe's plans for a Christmas concert. (35 minutes)
- 6:30pm Neighbours: Finn demands that Claudia leave town for betraying his trust, but she cannot resist meddling once more before she departs. Toadie dislikes Chloe's plans for a Christmas concert. (30 minutes)
5Spike (31)
- 9:00am The A-Team: Classic action drama series. The team comes to the assistance of a group of New York shopkeepers who are being harassed by neighbourhood protection racketeers. (S1 Ep 8) (1 hour)
- 10:00am The A-Team: Classic action drama series. After crash-landing in the backwoods of America, the team run into a band of crazed mountain men. (S1 Ep 9) (1 hour)
- 5:00pm The A-Team: Classic action drama series. BA befriends a lost Mexican girl who leads him to a smuggling ring involved in transporting illegal immigrants across the border. (S2 Ep 4). (1 hour)
- 6:00pm The A-Team: Classic action drama series. Two Native Americans dedicated to preserving their homeland enlist the help of the A-Team to stop rustlers. (S2 Ep 5) (1 hour)
ITV +1 (33)
- 1:40am Bancroft: The flawed life of a police chief catches up with her. In this episode, DS Katherine Stevens uncovers new and vital forensic evidence that could change everything. S1 Ep2 (50 minutes)
- 4:00am Who's Doing the Dishes?: Aldo Zilli: Brian McFadden presents the dining challenge show. Top celebrity chef Aldo Zilli throws a dinner party for four strangers. S2 Ep9 (50 minutes)
- 8:00pm Emmerdale: Charity has a plan to rile Cain. Liv worries about Aaron. Jamie and Andrea resolve their conflict. (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm Coronation Street: Roy makes an error of judgement by leaving Richard unattended. Michelle receives a mystery offer for the Bistro. Ryan begs Gary for work to pay off his debt. (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm New: Paul O'Grady: For the...: ...Love of Dogs. In the last episode of the series, Paul O'Grady falls head over heels with a Pyrenean mountain called Linda, who has a problem with her bladder. S8 Ep8 (30 minutes)
- 9:30pm Coronation Street: Nina lays the blame at Roy's door. Michael waits in vain for a visit from Grace and Tianna. Ryan completes a mission for Gary. (30 minutes)
- 10:00pm New: Sticks and Stones: Thomas finally tells his boss Chris Carter that he is being bullied, leading to an emotional and shocking final showdown. Ep3 (1 hour)
ITV3+1 (34)
- 9:00pm Agatha Christie's Marple: The Pale Horse: After a friend is murdered, Miss Marple vows to seek justice. A clue leads her to an inn run by modern-day witches who claim to be able to kill using black magic. S5 Ep1 (2 hours)
- 11:00pm The Bletchley Circle: San...: ...Francisco. Fog of War: When a Russian diplomat dies in Iris's arms, the FBI sweep in to control the story and rule the death accidental. Iris is forced to protect her family. Ep7 (1 hour)
Channel 5+1 (44)
- 4:10am NCIS: New Orleans: Crime spin-off series. The team cross swords with the Triads when they try to stop the flow of a deadly hallucinogen that is threatening to flood the city. (S2 Ep 6) (50 minutes)
- 1:50pm Neighbours: Finn demands that Claudia leave town for betraying his trust, but she cannot resist meddling once more before she departs. Toadie dislikes Chloe's plans for a Christmas concert. (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Neighbours: Finn demands that Claudia leave town for betraying his trust, but she cannot resist meddling once more before she departs. Toadie dislikes Chloe's plans for a Christmas concert. (30 minutes)
Challenge (46)
- 10:30am Bruce's Price Is Right: Bruce Forsyth hosts the game show in which contestants come on down to win prizes by correctly guessing the prices of various goods. (30 minutes)
- 11:00am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 11:30am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 12:00pm Wheel of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. Contestants spin the wheel to determine how many points are up for grabs. (30 minutes)
- 12:30pm Wheel of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. Contestants spin the wheel to determine how many points are up for grabs. (30 minutes)
- 1:00pm Wheel Of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. Contestants spin the wheel to determine how many points are up for grabs. (S6, ep 1) (30 minutes)
- 1:30pm Wheel Of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. (S6, ep 2) (30 minutes)
- 10:00pm Classic Who Wants To Be A...: ...Millionaire. A classic episode of the award-winning quiz show presented by Chris Tarrant in which contestants can win up to one million pounds. (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
- 11:30pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
4seven (47)
- 12:10am Adam Hills: Take His Legs: Comedian and host of The Last Leg Adam Hills embarks on a personal, physical and emotional journey to live out his boyhood dream to play competitive rugby league. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 1:15am Travel Man: 48 Hours in Dubrovnik: Richard Ayoade does Dubrovnik with comedian Stephen Merchant, including a Game of Thrones tour, a buggy safari, and a ferry to the cursed island of Lokrum. (S9 Ep1, 4) (35 minutes)
- 1:50am Escape to the Chateau: As autumn arrives at the chateau, Dick and Angel start a new project, turning a 35-foot eight-tonne riverboat into luxury guest accommodation, with bespoke fabrics and decking. (S6 Ep7, 8) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 2:55am First Dates: Welsh hairdresser Jess wants a man who's a cut above the rest. Charity shop manager Casey has his dream white wedding all mapped out. Is his date husband material? (S13 Ep6) (1 hour)
- 3:55am Buy It Now for Christmas: More inventors pitch to shoppers. A mother-and-son duo pitch the perfect gift for a festive night on the tiles. An entrepreneur has a gadget to create the perfect Christmas barnet. (Ep3, 4) (1 hour)
- 12:00pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Mandy and Steve's first guests of the season are about to turn up, but their pool is still a nightmare. Meanwhile, Angel reveals some clever, cheap wedding tips. (S1 Ep8, 20) (1 hour)
- 3:00pm Everybody Loves Raymond: Robert Moves Back: Robert and Amy move into Ray's basement in an attempt to get some privacy, but haven't accounted for Marie... (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Everybody Loves Raymond: How They Met: Ray and Debra reminisce about how they first met 15 years earlier, including the first time Ray sampled Debra's cooking. (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm Frasier: Mother Load (Part 1, 2): Just as Niles and Daphne agree to move in together, they are visited by her disruptive, conniving mother and lecherous, leeching brother. (30 minutes)
- 4:30pm Frasier: Mother Load (Part 2, 2): After Frasier boots Daphne's unpleasant brother out of his home, Daphne frets that she'll be left alone to deal with her horrendous mother. (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : At Christmas HQ crafters battle for Kirstie Allsopp's best decorated tree competition. There's also an artisan with the Midas touch and two mini makes for a cosy Christmas. (S7 Ep3, 15) (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Jamie's Italian Christmas: Jamie Oliver heads for the snowy Alps of northern Italy to help make a delicious Christmas Day in a cosy log cabin, with negroni, tiramisu and an Italian variation on turkey plus trimmings. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Britain's Wildest Weather 2019 : An exploration of 2019's extraordinary weather, from record-breaking heat and rain to an avalanche in Wales and the Whaley Bridge dam disaster, filmed by the people who were there. (1 hour 40 minutes)
- 10:40pm The Undateables at Christmas: A festive show featuring much loved familiar faces sharing their special plans for the most wonderful time of the year, including rock singer Dan, and massive Leeds fan Ray from London. (1 hour)
- 11:40pm The Supervet: Noel Fitzpatrick: It's almost Christmas but Fitzpatrick Referrals are as busy as ever with a rescue dog with bad discs and a German shepherd who gives his family and Noel an emotional ethical dilemma. (1 hour 5 minutes)
Paramount Network (54)
- 5:00am Neighbours: Claudia contrives to spend an afternoon with Elly. Pierce invites Hendrix on another outing, but when Chloe joins them Hendrix leaves. Terese and Toadie decide to work together. (30 minutes)
5SELECT (55)
- 3:00am CSI: Miami: Bone Voyage: Crime drama series. When a severed leg found in the Everglades matches a girl who went missing in Las Vegas, Horatio calls Dr Ray Langston for help. (S8 Ep 7) (1 hour)
- 2:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. The doctors of Balham Park Surgery treat patients with heart concerns, including a man whose father has a rare genetic condition. (S3 Ep 38) (1 hour)
- 3:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: The doctors of Balham Park Surgery take third year medical students Tanguy and Kathryn under their wing to help them gain valuable hands-on experience. (S3 Ep 39) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. The doctors treat a wave of patients in search of physical and emotional pain relief, including a woman who is in a low mood after donating her kidney. (S3 Ep 40) (1 hour)
- 7:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. A rugby player comes in with a blackened toenail hanging by a thread, and Nurse Maloney teaches a medical student how to burn excess flesh off patient's bodies. (S3 Ep 41) (1 hour)
Dave ja vu (79)
- 3:50am The Last Man on Earth: Find This Thing We Need To: Inventive US comedy that sees the funny side of a catastrophic apocalypse. Carol enlists Tandy and Erica to help find answers after her discovery. (25 minutes)
- 4:15am The Last Man on Earth: Point Person Knows Best: Post-apocalyptic comedy with a top ensemble cast, which includes Will Forte. Tandy takes charge, while Carol becomes suspicious of Todd's behaviour. (25 minutes)
- 8:10am James May's Cars of the People: James May's Cars of the People, 3: Captain Slow finds out how we became a nation of car drivers. James hears how aspiration drove the development of the Rolls Royce and stages a race-off. (50 minutes)
- 1:00pm James May's Cars of the People: The erstwhile Top Gear host can't get enough of driving. James reveals the cars that turned post-war Germany and Japan into motoring powerhouses - at the expense of Britain. (1 hour)
- 3:00pm Top Gear: Four-wheeled news and views. Jeremy and Richard take a look at the unique charm of some old Lancia cars. And future host Chris Evans is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car. (1 hour)
- 6:00pm Top Gear: Richard invents airport vehicle racing, while Jeremy's test of the Renaultsport Twingo 133 involves a tunnel, a ferry and Ross Kemp. British film director Guy Ritchie stops by. (1 hour)
BBC ONE HD (101)
- 10:00am Homes Under the Hammer: 18, 80. Martel visits a semi-detached house in Dover, Kent, and a parcel of land in Birmingham. Martin is at a terrace in Tonypandy, south Wales. (1 hour)
- 11:00am Island Medics: 8, 10. A group of off-duty junior doctors and medical students take a trip to the island of Fetlar. With almost perpetual daylight, they are looking forward to a midnight swim. (45 minutes)
- 12:15pm Bargain Hunt: 3, 32. Anita Manning presents a Christmas show from the Newark Antiques Fair in Nottinghamshire with experts Paul Laidlaw and Kate Bliss. (45 minutes)
- 1:45pm Doctors: 30, 196. Jimmi is stunned when a supply of drugs are found in his car and he is arrested for dealing. (30 minutes)
- 2:15pm The Blake Mysteries: Ghost Stories: Crime drama. With the police seemingly no closer to closing the murder cases that have shaken Ballarat, their suspicion is aroused by some articles about unsolved cases. (45 minutes)
- 3:00pm Escape to the Country: 16, 70. Nicki Chapman finds herself in the beautiful east Devon countryside with a couple who have £750,000 to find a more pastoral life and business. (45 minutes)
- 3:45pm Garden Rescue: 4, 30. Garden renovation series. Charlie Dimmock and the Rich brothers visit Cardiff to meet Nadine and Steve, who want a garden with entertaining spaces for their children. (45 minutes)
BBC TWO HD (102)
- 1:10am The Baby Has Landed: 2, 4. New parents Mo and Syler get to grips with round-the-clock feeding, while Paul and Craig's surrogate Mel gives birth to their twins. (1 hour)
- 7:15am Island Medics: 7, 10. Dental director Dr Brian Chittick operates on one of his own colleagues who has two troublesome wisdom teeth that need to be removed. (45 minutes)
- 1:30pm The Best Christmas Food Ever: Paul Ainsworth and Catherine Fulvio are joined by presenter and former grocer Chris Bavin as they share culinary secrets, perfect for creating delicious flavours for Christmas. (45 minutes)
- 2:15pm Holiday of My Lifetime: 4, 25. Len travels with TV presenter and actress Lisa Riley to Haworth, West Yorkshire, which Lisa used to visit with her mother. They visit the Bronte museum and take high tea in a café. (45 minutes)
- 4:30pm The Hairy Bikers Home for...: ...Christmas. 8, 11. The Hairy Bikers create mouthwatering festive dishes and get into the spirit of the season with special guest Gloria Hunniford. (45 minutes)
- 8:00pm Masterchef: The Professionals: 20, 21. The four finalists are challenged to create a single exceptional and evocative dish inspired by a place that is special to them. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm The Baby Has Landed: 4, 4. As the families emerge from the hectic first weeks with their new babies, they re-evaluate their priorities. Contains some strong language. (1 hour)
ITV HD (103)
- 12:40am Bancroft: The flawed life of a police chief catches up with her. In this episode, DS Katherine Stevens uncovers new and vital forensic evidence that could change everything. S1 Ep2 (50 minutes)
- 3:00am Who's Doing the Dishes?: Aldo Zilli: Brian McFadden presents the dining challenge show. Top celebrity chef Aldo Zilli throws a dinner party for four strangers. S2 Ep9 (50 minutes)
- 7:00pm Emmerdale: Charity has a plan to rile Cain. Liv worries about Aaron. Jamie and Andrea resolve their conflict. (30 minutes)
- 7:30pm Coronation Street: Roy makes an error of judgement by leaving Richard unattended. Michelle receives a mystery offer for the Bistro. Ryan begs Gary for work to pay off his debt. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm New: Paul O'Grady: For the Love of Dogs: In the last episode of the series, Paul O'Grady falls head over heels with a Pyrenean mountain called Linda, who has a problem with her bladder. S8 Ep8 (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm Coronation Street: Nina lays the blame at Roy's door. Michael waits in vain for a visit from Grace and Tianna. Ryan completes a mission for Gary. (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm New: Sticks and Stones: Thomas finally tells his boss Chris Carter that he is being bullied, leading to an emotional and shocking final showdown. Ep3 (1 hour)
Channel 4 HD (104)
- 1:00am A Very British Country House: A look behind the scenes at Cliveden House, one of the world's most exclusive country house hotels. This episode features an unexpected visit from royal bride-to-be Meghan Markle. (Ep1, 4) (55 minutes)
- 1:55am Morgan: (2016) Sci-fi horror starring Kate Mara and Anya Taylor-Joy. A company must decide whether to continue their experiment when their artificial human turns violent. Strong language, violence. (1 hour 35 minutes)
- 3:30am Grand Designs: Kevin McCloud meets Anjana and David Devoy who, having outgrown their tiny Victorian house in Clapham, plan to build a modern, minimalist home in their back garden. (55 minutes)
- 6:30am The King of Queens: Hi, School: Doug bumps into his high school football coach (guest star Burt Reynolds) and Arthur loses his senses of sight, hearing and speech. (25 minutes)
- 6:55am The King of Queens: Deconstructing Carrie: Doug encourages some builders to wolf whistle at Carrie so that she doesn't feel bad about turning 35. (25 minutes)
- 7:20am The King of Queens: Black List: Doug tries to find his 'roots' when Deacon snubs him for a new black friend, and Carrie's manicurist refuses to see her. (25 minutes)
- 7:45am Everybody Loves Raymond: Pet Cemetery: When Ray accidentally kills Ally's hamster, Debra insists that the family has to have a pet funeral. (25 minutes)
- 8:10am Everybody Loves Raymond: The Author: The brothers fall out when Ray has to face up to failure for once, while Robert is promoted to lieutenant. (30 minutes)
- 8:40am Frasier: Deathtrap: Frasier and Niles make a return trip to their childhood home and reminisce about when they thought there had been a murder. (30 minutes)
- 9:10am Frasier: The Love You Fake: Frasier and his neighbour Cam attempt to put an end to their feud because of their parents' supposed love affair. (30 minutes)
- 9:40am Frasier: Cheerful Goodbyes: Frasier meets up with some of the old Cheers gang in Boston for Cliff's retirement party. (30 minutes)
- 1:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Billy, Gwendoline and Michael hope to move into their chateau, but the kitchen's unfinished. Clive and Tanith play Cupid. In the Loire, Paul and Karen plan to attract more guests. (S1 Ep13) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : At Christmas HQ crafters battle for Kirstie Allsopp's best decorated tree competition. There's also an artisan with the Midas touch and two mini makes for a cosy Christmas. (S7 Ep3, 15) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm The Simpsons: Scenes from a Class Struggle in Springfield: The family are invited to join an exclusive country club, but while Homer, Bart and Lisa make themselves at home, Marge has trouble adjusting. (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm Hollyoaks: James and Liam discuss what skills they can bring to their new business venture. Scott and Mitchell get the opportunity to be a proper couple at the Christmas markets. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm New: Food Unwrapped: Cracking...: ...Christmas Guide: From novel turkey cooking methods to affordable fizz, this special show reveals everything you need to know to feed your family and friends better, cheaper and faster. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: My Grandparents' War: Carey Mulligan: The actor learns how her grandfather fought the Japanese in the final months of World War II, and lost his closest friends from a kamikaze attack at sea. (Ep4, 4) (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Father Ted Christmas Special: Father Ted and Father Dougal get lost in the lingerie section of a huge department store. Only Ted's quick thinking can avert a potential embarrassment for the Church. (1 hour 15 minutes)
- 11:15pm 24 Hours in A&E: Lucy is rushed in after a severe seizure. Simon comes to A&E with severe neck pain. Two-year-old Sophie is in paediatrics after being sprayed in the face with a cleaning product. (S19 Ep5) (1 hour)
Channel 5 HD (105)
- 3:10am NCIS: New Orleans: Crime spin-off series. The team cross swords with the Triads when they try to stop the flow of a deadly hallucinogen that is threatening to flood the city. (S2 Ep 6) (50 minutes)
- 4:00am NCIS: New Orleans: Crime spin-off series. The team search for a heartless killer who will stop at nothing to get another chance at life. (S2 Ep 7) (45 minutes)
- 4:45am NCIS: New Orleans: Crime spin-off series. Pride and Sonya escort a witness to the trial of a weapons trafficker in Texas, only to be ambushed on the way. (S2 Ep 8) (50 minutes)
- 12:50pm Neighbours: Finn demands that Claudia leave town for betraying his trust, but she cannot resist meddling once more before she departs. Toadie dislikes Chloe's plans for a Christmas concert. (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm Neighbours: Finn demands that Claudia leave town for betraying his trust, but she cannot resist meddling once more before she departs. Toadie dislikes Chloe's plans for a Christmas concert. (30 minutes)
CBBC (201)
- 7:25am Danger Mouse: Megahurtz Attacks. Animated series. Danger Mouse's attempts to boost Penfold's confidence backfire when they lead to a ferocious games monster escaping into the real world. (15 minutes)
- 8:00am Odd Squad: Olive and Otto in Shmumberland Part One. The Odd Squad investigate strange events. When Olive and Otto get zapped into a comic book, Olive must use her knowledge of it to escape. (10 minutes)
- 8:25am The Dumping Ground: Jody in Wonderland. Faced with a momentous dilemma, Jody retreats into the fictional Wonderland. (55 minutes)
- 9:20am Hetty Feather: A Christmas Adventure. Musical special. Hetty attempts to help Sheila escape from the workhouse. (55 minutes)
- 10:20am Our School: Plastic Not Fantastic. The students become plastic busters with a project to collect waste plastic from school. (20 minutes)
- 10:40am Our School: Lessons in Gunge. How would you cope with a whole day of lessons while sitting in a bath of gunge? (20 minutes)
- 2:45pm The Dumping Ground: Champions. Finn unknowingly qualifies for a swimming race, but champion swimmer Blake writes off Finn's chances. Finn must rise to the challenge to prove the doubters wrong. (30 minutes)
- 4:25pm Odd Squad: And Then They Were Puppies. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. When every agent turns into a puppy, it's up to agent Ohlm to save the day. (10 minutes)
- 5:00pm A Christmas Panic!: Chief and Cowboy eagerly look forward to Christmas, but after their fight destroys the Yule log, Horse decides to cancel all celebrations. (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Horrible Histories: Bolshy...: ...Boudica Special. Bolshy Boudica Special. Historical sketch show. British Queen Boudica turns against her Roman masters and unleashes her wrecking ball on Colchester, St Albans and London. (30 minutes)
- 8:05pm The Dumping Ground: Jody in...: ...Wonderland. Jody in Wonderland. Faced with a momentous dilemma, Jody retreats into the fictional Wonderland. (55 minutes)
CBeebies (202)
- 6:35am Twirlywoos: In and Out. Stop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos. The Twirlywoos cause confusion at the stables when they keep letting a horse out. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:05am Bing: Skateboard. Children's animation. Bing can't wait to have a go on a skateboard, but it's much harder to balance than Pando made it look. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 7:10am Bing: Butterfly. Children's animation. When a butterfly lands on Sula's painting, Bing tries to help it go back outside, but he holds it too tightly and the poor butterfly is squished. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:35am Bitz & Bob: Bitz's Campout Conundrum. Animated preschool series. On a camping trip to High Snowy Mountain, Bitz, Bob and Purl need to help a tired Bevel get two bear cubs to take their nap. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:45am Peter Rabbit: The Tale of the Squabbling Squirrels. Animated series. Felix and Nutkin quarrel, leaving the Squirrel Camp in chaos. It's down to Peter to help them make up before disaster strikes. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 8:10am Octonauts: Octonauts and the Loneliest Whale. Animated series. The Octonauts follow a strange song to a lonely humpback whale who is alone because he does not sound like the other whales! Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 9:20am Olobob Top: Grump. Preschool animated series. Crunch is in a big grump because her new boots are dirty. The Olobobs create Lady La-Dee-Dah, who makes everyone messy and cheers up Crunch. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 9:25am Bing: Chalk Dinosaur. Children's animation. Bing draws a fabulous stripy, spotty, zig-zag dinosaur, but just as he has finished, a rain shower washes the chalk dinosaur away. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 9:30am Twirlywoos: On and Off. Stop-motion preschool series. A sunbather tries to keep his sun hat on, while the Twirlywoos keep taking it off! The Very Important Lady visits the boat. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 11:05am Pablo: Talked Out. Animated preschool series. Pablo doesn't want to talk, but Draff finds it difficult not to. Together, Pablo and his friends find ways of playing without words. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 12:30pm Katie Morag: Katie Morag and the Grumpy Grannie. Live-action children's show. Grannie Island has hurt her back and can't get out of bed. Katie Morag thinks that Granma Mainland can help. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 12:45pm Melody: Who's at the Door? Mixed-media music show. Mum and Melody visit a cathedral and hear Beethoven's Symphony No 5. Melody imagines a mouse who is not sure who is knocking at his door. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 1:25pm Bing: Potato. Children's animation. Bing and Sula find a potato in Amma's vegetable patch with a comical face, so they take it under their wing, naming it Nosey. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 1:35pm Twirlywoos: More about Upside Down. Stop-motion preschool programme. In a cafe, all the cups are upside down on the counter, so the Twirlywoos start turning lots of other things upside down. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 2:35pm Pablo: The Sparkles. Animated preschool series. Pablo is splashing in a puddle, making little spots of light dance on the surface. Everyone loves these sparkles and tries to catch them. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 3:00pm Andy's Prehistoric Adventures: Leptictidium and Fig. Adventure series. Andy searches for the tiny leptictidium, a furry mammal that used to bounce around the forests of Europe fifty million years ago. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 4:35pm Peter Rabbit: The Tale of the Radish Robber. Animated series. Peter and his friends try to find the perfect place to eat the radishes they took from Mr McGregor's garden. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 5:00pm Junk Rescue: Christmas Special: Bicycle Bits. Join Danny, Zoe and the Junkyard Helpers for a very special Christmas in the junkyard. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 5:40pm Sarah & Duck: Seacow Snow Trail: Seacow Snow Trail. Animation. Sarah and Duck have received some Christmas presents and are keen to find out who delivered them. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 6:10pm Clangers: The Meteor Shower. A giant meteor falls from the sky and blocks the doors to the Clangers' living cave. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
CITV (203)
- 6:00am Dino Dana: Saaratops: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training! Dana and Grandma decide which of three dinosaurs would win in a fight. S2 Ep15 (10 minutes)
- 6:10am Dino Dana: Raising Dino Expectations: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training! Dana learns about how dinosaurs raised their young when she meets a baby. S2 Ep16 (15 minutes)
- 12:30pm Dino Dana: Fast and the Fiercest: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training. Dana discovers how speed helped the Stygimoloch while go-karting. S2 Ep17 (15 minutes)
- 12:45pm Dino Dana: Growing Up Dino: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training. Dana and Sara discover why a baby Brachiosaurus ate so much. S2 Ep18 (15 minutes)
- 1:00pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Pizza Bean: Animated antics. Bean orders a takeaway pizza, but when it arrives he feels let down by the size of it. So he sets out to bake his own. S2 Ep49 (15 minutes)
- 1:15pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. The Photograph: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean needs a new passport photograph and goes to incredible lengths to get one. S2 Ep50 (15 minutes)
- 2:00pm Thunderbirds Are Go: Getaway: Lady Penelope, Parker and Sherbert answer a distress call from Parker's old acquaintances - Light Fingered Fred and Gomez. The distress turns out to be a ruse. S3 Ep17 (25 minutes)
- 4:30pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Dancing Bean: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean needs to learn to dance to impress his girlfriend Irma. S2 Ep51 (15 minutes)
- 4:45pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Bean Shopping: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean is locked in a department store overnight and has the time of his life. S2 Ep52 (15 minutes)
- 5:00pm Lego Jurassic:...: ...World: The Legend of Isla Nublar. Symptoms!: Owen Grady gets poisoned by a prehistoric jungle flower and starts thinking he's a velociraptor. Ep11 (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm Black Panther: Trouble in...: ...Wakanda. Black Panther teams up with the Avengers to put a stop to Erik Killmonger's evil scheme to steal Vibranium from Wakanda. (24 minutes)
- 6:24pm Pokemon Sun and Moon:...: ... - Ultra Legends. A Timeless Encounter!: Celebi accidentally takes Ash and Torracat back into the past, where they discover a very special object. S22 Ep32 (31 minutes)
- 6:55pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Pizza Bean: Animated antics. Bean orders a takeaway pizza, but when it arrives he feels let down by the size of it. So he sets out to bake his own. S2 Ep49 (15 minutes)
- 7:10pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. The Photograph: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean needs a new passport photograph and goes to incredible lengths to get one. S2 Ep50 (15 minutes)
- 7:25pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Dancing Bean: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean needs to learn to dance to impress his girlfriend Irma. S2 Ep51 (15 minutes)
- 7:40pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Bean Shopping: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean is locked in a department store overnight and has the time of his life. S2 Ep52 (14 minutes)
- 8:25pm Spy School: Operation Pollen Bee Gone: The Spy School cadets travel to Kew Gardens, where the responsibility for saving the world's pollen from supervillain Goldfist is in their hands. S1 Ep4 (30 minutes)
CBBC HD (204)
- 7:25am Danger Mouse: Megahurtz Attacks. Animated series. Danger Mouse's attempts to boost Penfold's confidence backfire when they lead to a ferocious games monster escaping into the real world. (15 minutes)
- 8:00am Odd Squad: Olive and Otto in Shmumberland Part One. The Odd Squad investigate strange events. When Olive and Otto get zapped into a comic book, Olive must use her knowledge of it to escape. (10 minutes)
- 8:25am The Dumping Ground: Jody in Wonderland. Faced with a momentous dilemma, Jody retreats into the fictional Wonderland. (55 minutes)
- 9:20am Hetty Feather: A Christmas Adventure. Musical special. Hetty attempts to help Sheila escape from the workhouse. (55 minutes)
- 10:20am Our School: Plastic Not Fantastic. The students become plastic busters with a project to collect waste plastic from school. (20 minutes)
- 10:40am Our School: Lessons in Gunge. How would you cope with a whole day of lessons while sitting in a bath of gunge? (20 minutes)
- 2:45pm The Dumping Ground: Champions. Finn unknowingly qualifies for a swimming race, but champion swimmer Blake writes off Finn's chances. Finn must rise to the challenge to prove the doubters wrong. (30 minutes)
- 4:25pm Odd Squad: And Then They Were Puppies. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. When every agent turns into a puppy, it's up to agent Ohlm to save the day. (10 minutes)
- 5:00pm A Christmas Panic!: Chief and Cowboy eagerly look forward to Christmas, but after their fight destroys the Yule log, Horse decides to cancel all celebrations. (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Horrible Histories: Bolshy...: ...Boudica Special. Bolshy Boudica Special. British Queen Boudica turns against her Roman masters. (30 minutes)
- 8:05pm The Dumping Ground: Jody in...: ...Wonderland. Jody in Wonderland. Faced with a momentous dilemma, Jody retreats into the fictional Wonderland. (55 minutes)
Thursday 19th December
BBC ONE S West (1)
- 10:30am The State Opening Of Parliament: Huw Edwards presents coverage of the Queen's speech at the State Opening of Parliament. This combination of pageantry and politics marks the formal start of the new parliament. Also in HD. (1 hour 45 minutes)
- 12:15pm Bargain Hunt: 5, 32. Eric Knowles presents from The National Botanic Garden of Wales in Carmarthen with experts Kate Bliss and Ben Cooper. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 1:45pm Doctors: 31, 196. Jimmi reels as his efforts to defend his innocence fall on deaf ears. Valerie begins to suspect Bear's motives as The Mill struggles to make sense of Jimmi's arrest. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
- 2:15pm Father Brown: The Star of Jacob: 1, 16. Period drama series. Father Brown investigates when the son of a duke is abducted from Lady Felicia's Yuletide ball. Can he find the child in time for Christmas? Also in HD. (50 minutes)
- 3:05pm Escape to the Country: Property series. Alistair Appleton is in the Cotswolds on a house-hunting mission with a couple whose £900,000 budget needs to fund two separate homes under one roof. Also in HD. (40 minutes)
- 3:45pm Garden Rescue: 22, 30. Garden renovation series. Steve and Alice in Exeter are after an Ibiza-inspired space that also works as a family garden for their young children. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 7:30pm EastEnders: Tensions reach breaking point at the Arches, Mick does everything he can to ensure his plan succeeds, and Kush makes a shocking discovery. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm Holby City: 52, 53. When Bea requires emergency surgery, a suspended Kian takes matters into his own hands, but at what cost? Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Click and Collect: Comedy. To save his daughter's Christmas, Andrew goes on a road trip with Dev, his neighbour from hell, to buy an elusive Sparklehoof the Unicorn Princess. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 10:35pm Mrs Brown's Boys D'Movie: Mrs Brown faces car chases and ninjas as she battles to save her Dublin market stall. Contains strong language and adult humour. Also in HD. (1 hour 35 minutes)
BBC TWO (2)
- 12:20am Reggie in China: 2, 3. Reggie visits Beijing, the belly of the beast, home to President Xi Jinping, meeting migrant workers and millionaire businessmen alike, all chasing Xi's Chinese Dream. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 1:20am Inside the Supermarket: 4, 6. Sainsbury's stores try to cash in on the increasing number of Brits holidaying in the UK, but in Penzance the fridges break down on one of the hottest days of the year. Also in HD. (55 minutes)
- 7:15am Island Medics: 8, 10. A group of off-duty junior doctors and medical students take a trip to the island of Fetlar. With almost perpetual daylight, they are looking forward to a midnight swim. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 8:00am MasterChef: The Professionals: 1, 21. The first skills test involves cooking a poached guinea fowl breast with a sauce robert. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 1:30pm The Best Christmas Food Ever: Paul Ainsworth and Catherine Fulvio are joined by actor and singer Anita Harris as they share culinary secrets, perfect for creating delicious festive flavours for Christmas. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 2:15pm Holiday of My Lifetime: 5, 25. Len travels with former EastEnders actor Pam St Clement to Dartmoor in Devon to relive a holiday that Pam took in 1953 that changed her life. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 3:00pm The Importance of Being Earnest: Reese Witherspoon stars as the object of affection for two men using the same alias. Also in HD. (1 hour 30 minutes)
- 4:30pm The Hairy Bikers Home for...: ...Christmas. 9, 11. The Hairy Bikers create mouthwatering festive dishes with special guest Russell Grant. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 7:00pm Heston's Perfect Christmas Dinner: Heston makes a Christmas feast for Terry Wogan, Kirsty Wark, Dara O Briain, Rob Brydon, Richard E Grant and Sue Perkins. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Masterchef: The Professionals: 21, 21. The final three chefs face one last challenge - to cook the best three courses of their lives. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Heston's Marvellous Menu: Back...: ...to the Noughties. Giles Coren challenges Heston Blumenthal to take The Fat Duck restaurant back to 2001. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. (1 hour)
ITV (3)
- 12:40am Bancroft: Bancroft is faced with a startling blast from the past that brings the events from 1990 back to the surface. Meanwhile, Katherine wrestles with new information she is uncovering. S1 Ep3 (50 minutes)
- 3:00am Monster Carp: France: Carp crusaders Ali Hamidi, Neil Spooner and Tom Dove venture to the true mecca of carp fishing - Lac de Saint-Cassien in France. S4 Ep4 (50 minutes)
- 7:00pm Emmerdale: Aaron sinks into despair. Liv suffers another seizure. Nate readies himself for a fight. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm Emmerdale: Kim's actions leave everyone shocked. Liv is in peril. Tracy's apology backfires. (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm New: Gino's Italian Express: Garda-Bolzano: Gino leaves Verona on one of Italy's super-fast trains and heads to the majestic Lake Garda, the biggest of the Italian lakes, before carrying on to Bolzano. S7 Ep5 (30 minutes)
- 11:45pm Bancroft: Bancroft plans and executes a massive sting operation against Athif Kamara, but all doesn't go smoothly. S1 Ep4 (55 minutes)
Channel 4 (4)
- 12:15am First Dates: Welsh hairdresser Jess wants a man who's a cut above the rest. Charity shop manager Casey has his dream white wedding all mapped out. Is his date husband material? (S13 Ep6) (55 minutes)
- 1:10am Old People's Home for 4 Year...: ...Olds at Christmas: Isolation is a big issue at Christmas. This programme reunites pensioners with their young friends as they prepare together for a Christmas carol concert. (55 minutes)
- 2:05am Food Unwrapped Does Christmas: Should we be stuffing the turkey with chocolate, nuts and mushrooms? Is there silver in cake decorations? Plus: tofurkey, cinnamon and other Christmas food surprises. (55 minutes)
- 6:30am The King of Queens: Wish Boned: Doug agrees to take Arthur on a trip to St Louis on the condition that he never has to see his naked back again. But all does not go to plan. (25 minutes)
- 6:55am The King of Queens: Van Go: Doug upsets a waitress so much that she demands to have a fight with him once he has finished his meal. (25 minutes)
- 7:20am The King of Queens: Ice Cubed: Carrie gets stranded in the snow, while Doug upsets a couple who offer him shelter from the bad weather. (25 minutes)
- 7:45am Everybody Loves Raymond: The Walk to the Door: Ray feels guilty when he meets a woman he dated 25 years before and treated badly. He decides to apologise, but soon regrets bringing up the past. (25 minutes)
- 8:10am Everybody Loves Raymond: Young Girl: Robert dates a 22-year-old woman. Debra and Marie think he's being foolish, but Ray and Frank aren't so sure. But is she really 22? (30 minutes)
- 8:40am Frasier: Frasier Has Spokane: When Frasier's radio programme is syndicated in Spokane, it replaces a local broadcaster's show, enraging his callers. (30 minutes)
- 9:10am Frasier: The Guilt Trippers: A birthday party held in Daphne's honour sets in motion some rather surprising and unexpected events. (30 minutes)
- 9:40am Frasier: Moon Over Seattle: Niles finally convinces Daphne's hard-drinking father in England to return to her harpy-like mother in Seattle. (30 minutes)
- 1:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Billy and Gwendoline have to track down some wild boar. Clive and Tanith try to make a self-sufficient dish. Paul continues the task of converting the water tower into an office. (S1 Ep14) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : This time Kirstie Allsopp's Christmas HQ hosts a festive stocking competition. There are also some glamorous slippers and a sweet crafter who sculpts with sugar. (S7 Ep4, 15) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm The Simpsons: Bart the Fink: After Krusty the Clown is busted for tax evasion by Bart, he disappears in a mysterious plane crash. (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm Hollyoaks: Mitchell prepares to tell his family about Scott. Sienna is desperate to know whether Christmas will fulfil her wishes, while Jack wants to whisk Breda away on holiday. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm New: Buy It Now for Christmas: Rylan Clark-Neal presents the show where inventors pitch their products to shoppers returns all supersized for Christmas, with more ingenious festive gift ideas up for discussion. (Ep4, 4) (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: The Cure: Based on the inspiring real-life story of Julie Bailey, The Cure is the story of an ordinary woman who exposed one of the worst hospital care scandals in the history of the NHS. (1 hour 45 minutes)
- 10:45pm The World's Most Expensive Toys: From rocking horses covered in 82,000 Swarovski crystals to £25,000 doll's houses, this documentary meets the craftspeople and inventors creating toys for the children of the super-rich. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:50pm Rick and Morty [adult swim]: Claw and Hoarder: Special Ricktim's Morty: Rick promises Morty he can get a new companion: a flying, fire-breathing dragon. Jerry meets a mysterious talking cat. (S4 Ep4) (25 minutes)
Channel 5 (5)
- 12:50pm Neighbours: Finn promises to spend more time with Bea. Kyle's plan to get back on track with Amy is in danger of falling apart. Yashvi wants Ned back, but things go badly wrong. (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm Neighbours: Finn promises to spend more time with Bea. Kyle's plan to get back on track with Amy is in danger of falling apart. Yashvi wants Ned back, but things go badly wrong. (30 minutes)
ITV2 (6)
- 1:30am Through the Keyhole: Keith Lemon hosts the comedy quiz. Guessing the mystery celebrity houses this time are comedian Rob Beckett, presenter Janet Street-Porter and newsreader Krishnan Guru-Murphy. S6 Ep8 (1 hour)
- 8:00am Emmerdale: Charity has a plan to rile Cain. Liv worries about Aaron. Jamie and Andrea resolve their conflict. (30 minutes)
- 8:30am Coronation Street: Roy makes an error of judgement by leaving Richard unattended. Michelle receives a mystery offer for the Bistro. Ryan begs Gary for work to pay off his debt. (30 minutes)
- 9:00am Coronation Street: Nina lays the blame at Roy's door. Michael waits in vain for a visit from Grace and Tianna. Ryan completes a mission for Gary. (25 minutes)
- 10:20am Dress To Impress: The fashion-themed dating challenge continues. Whose style choices will impress Nate from Nottingham? S2 Ep10 (55 minutes)
- 11:15am Dress To Impress: In London, Jessica, Shai and Harley all hope to impress model and personal trainer Robbie with their style choices. S2 Ep11 (1 hour)
- 12:15pm Emmerdale: Charity has a plan to rile Cain. Liv worries about Aaron. Jamie and Andrea resolve their conflict. (30 minutes)
- 12:45pm Coronation Street: Roy makes an error of judgement by leaving Richard unattended. Michelle receives a mystery offer for the Bistro. Ryan begs Gary for work to pay off his debt. (30 minutes)
- 1:15pm Coronation Street: Nina lays the blame at Roy's door. Michael waits in vain for a visit from Grace and Tianna. Ryan completes a mission for Gary. (35 minutes)
- 2:45pm The Boxer and the Ballroom...: ...Dancer. The time has finally come for the boys to face their fears and compete in front of their friends and family and a crowd of thousands in the competition of their lives. Ep3 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 3:50pm Dinner Date: Jamie: Culinary dating series. Jamie from Sheffield selects three ladies to date based on their menus, but which of the women will impress him the most? S6 Ep15 (1 hour)
- 4:50pm New: Dress To Impress: Personal stylist Zoe is on the look for love. Three single people hope to win her affections with their style choices. S2 Ep12 (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 6:00pm New: Dress To Impress: Three single guys seek stylish outfits hoping to win a date with Vicky from Leicester. Who will impress her the most? S2 Ep13 (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: Family Guy: Christmas Is Coming: Meg takes Stewie to see Santa at the mall, but things soon get out of hand, leaving Brian to try to pick up the pieces. S18 Ep9 (30 minutes)
- 9:30pm Family Guy: How the Griffin Stole Christmas: Animated comedy. Peter fills in for the mall Santa, but soon gets drunk on power when he realises that he can get away with anything. S15 Ep9 (30 minutes)
- 11:05pm Family Guy: Peter's Sister: US animated comedy. Peter's estranged sister Karen arrives in Quahog for Thanksgiving, but Peter's friends soon recognise her as a pro wrestler named Heavy Flo. S14 Ep6 (25 minutes)
- 11:30pm American Dad!: Season's Beatings: Animated comedy series. When Stan and Roger star in a Christmas play, their bad behaviour leads to disaster. Meanwhile, Hayley and Jeff adopt a possessed child. S8 Ep7 (30 minutes)
BBC FOUR (9)
- 1:00am Peaky Blinders: 1, 6. It is Thomas Shelby's long-awaited wedding day. Contains strong language, some sexual content and some violence. Also in HD. (55 minutes)
- 1:55am Peaky Blinders: 2, 6. Tommy discovers the extent of the mission given to him. Contains strong language, some sexual content and some violence. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 2:55am Peaky Blinders: 3, 6. Responding to the Italians' actions, Tommy is set on a path of deadly vengeance. Contains strong language and some violent scenes. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Wartime Farm Christmas: Ruth Goodman and Peter Ginn return to Manor Farm in Hampshire to recreate the conditions of Christmas 1944, the sixth Christmas at war, when shortages were biting deeper than ever. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Wild West - America's Great...: ...Frontier. From the mysterious Sea of Cortez to the wild and elemental Pacific Ocean, powerful earth forces shape the coastline of the wild west. Also in HD. (1 hour)
ITV3 (10)
- 7:50am Heartbeat: Off the Rails: Ashfordly station is targeted by crooks stealing freight wagons with a rogue locomotive. Peggy prepares to rake in the profits as she fixes the local bowls tournament. S14 Ep20 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 10:40am Agatha Christie's Marple: The Secret of Chimneys: Miss Marple goes to a country estate for a party. When one of the guests is killed, she discovers a coded message and a dark secret. S5 Ep2 (2 hours)
- 12:40pm Heartbeat: Rustlers and Hustlers: Two small girls provide crucial information when they stumble across a scam whilst playing on the moors. Peggy's poker-playing forces Blaketon to take action. S14 Ep21 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 3:55pm Agatha Christie's Marple: The Blue Geranium: Did a woman really die of shock when the geranium in her wallpaper turned blue, and can Miss Marple stop a trial before the wrong person is found guilty of murder? S5 Ep3 (2 hours)
- 5:55pm Heartbeat: Rustlers and Hustlers: Two small girls provide crucial information when they stumble across a scam whilst playing on the moors. Peggy's poker-playing forces Blaketon to take action. S14 Ep21 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 8:00pm Vera: On Harbour Street: Detective drama series. DCI Vera Stanhope investigates a mysterious death in a quiet coastal town with clues that keep revolving around one street. S4 Ep1 (2 hours)
- 10:00pm The Bletchley Circle: San...: ...Francisco. In for a Pound: A death in the Big Bop Club brings an international incident right to the women's doorstep, while they grapple with Jean's sudden disappearance. Ep8 (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Cheat: As the police try to piece together the fatal sequence of events, both women come under the spotlight, but have they got the right person? Ep4 (1 hour 5 minutes)
Pick (11)
- 12:00am Brit Cops: Rapid Response: Action-packed documentary following rapid response officers, the fastest cops in Britain, as they crack down on crime. Time is of the essence! (S3, ep 4) (1 hour)
- 4:00am A Town Called Eureka: Finale. What Goes Around, Comes Around: The offbeat drama reaches a suitably eccentric end. Carter must contend with a magnetic anomaly wreaking havoc in Eureka. (S3, ep 18) (1 hour)
- 8:00am Border Security: Canada's...: ...Front Line. Hidden compartments in a traveller's backpack raise red flags, and the discovery of a deadly weapon leaves mail centre workers stunned. (S2, ep 8) (30 minutes)
- 8:30am Border Security: Canada's...: ...Front Line. Officers look for a message in a bottle, while a lack of papers land a group of LA rappers in the doghouse. Plus, a young man receives a wake-up call. (S2, ep 9) (30 minutes)
- 3:00pm Nothing To Declare: The officers protecting Australia's borders see some very unusual things. Cameras capture first-hand how they deal with drug-runners, smugglers and strange creepy-crawlies. (S7, ep 3) (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Nothing To Declare: The fly-on-the-wall documentary joins the men and women who enforce Australia's customs, quarantine and immigration laws at the nation's airports and harbours. (S7, ep 4) (30 minutes)
- 5:00pm Children's Hospital: Series two of the emotionally-charged documentary following staff at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. (S2, ep 2) (30 minutes)
- 5:30pm Children's Hospital: Series two of the emotionally-charged documentary following staff at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. (S2, ep 3) (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm Elementary: Ancient History: What Holmes lacks in brawn, he makes up for in brains during a run-in with the mafia, and Watson uses her detective skills to play matchmaker. (S2, ep 5) (1 hour)
E4 (13)
- 12:05am Gogglebox: What do Britain's sharpest critics think of Politics Live, After Life, Dancing on Ice: The Final, Only Connect, Cheat, and Baewatch: Parental Guidance? (S13 Ep4) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 1:10am First Dates: Is tai chi enthusiast John the yin to dominatrix Sherry's yang? And can karaoke crooner David help Jenni overcome her dating nerves by serenading her at the table? (S8 Ep12) (1 hour)
- 3:10am The Big Bang Theory: The Hofstadter Insufficiency: Sheldon and Penny bond while Leonard is away. Raj finds someone to share his heartache. Bernadette and Amy attract male attention at a conference. (S7 Ep1, 24) (25 minutes)
- 3:35am The Big Bang Theory: The Deception Verification: Leonard returns early from his research expedition as a surprise for Penny, but Sheldon becomes upset that he wasn't in on the secret. (S7 Ep2, 24) (25 minutes)
- 4:00am How I Met Your Mother: Something New: Robin and Barney's wedding is looming, but Ted tells Lily he's planning to move to Chicago after the ceremony. Marshall takes baby Marvin on a trip to Minnesota. (S8 Ep24, 24) (25 minutes)
- 4:25am How I Met Your Mother: The Locket: The gang all travel to Long Island for Robin and Barney's wedding, but the happy couple make a startling discovery about their families en route. (S9 Ep1, 24) (25 minutes)
- 6:00am Hollyoaks: Mercedes wonders whether she's made the right decision when her safety is threatened again. Mitchell's plans to see Scott are thwarted by the Deverauxs' Christmas day out. (30 minutes)
- 6:30am Hollyoaks: James and Liam discuss what skills they can bring to their new business venture. Scott and Mitchell get the opportunity to be a proper couple at the Christmas markets. (30 minutes)
- 8:00am How I Met Your Mother: Coming Back: When Marshall struggles to get back to New York in time for the wedding, he is forced to hire a gas-guzzling car. James reveals that he is getting divorced. (S9 Ep2, 24) (30 minutes)
- 8:30am How I Met Your Mother: The Broken Code: During a poker game, Barney processes his anger at Ted after finding out Ted still has feelings for Robin. Lily realises she is Robin's only girlfriend. (S9 Ep4, 24) (30 minutes)
- 10:00am The Big Bang Theory: The Scavenger Vortex: Raj organises an epic and demanding scavenger hunt for the group of friends, designed to test their scientific knowledge and common sense. (S7 Ep3, 24) (30 minutes)
- 10:30am The Big Bang Theory: The Raiders Minimization: Amy ruins one of Sheldon's favourite films by pointing out a flaw in the storyline. Raj and Stuart decide to create online dating profiles. (S7 Ep4, 24) (30 minutes)
- 11:00am The Goldbergs: The Wedding Singer: Barry and Lainey's wedding date is right around the corner and Beverly is in her element, but is the groom starting to have second thoughts? (S6 Ep11) (30 minutes)
- 11:30am The Goldbergs: The Pina Colada Episode: Murray and Geoff try to pull Beverly, Barry and Erica out of their shared misery after Lainey's departure. Coach Nick returns to town. (S6 Ep12) (30 minutes)
- 12:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Hostage Situation: Boyle and Genevieve want to take their relationship to a new level, but his ex-wife Eleanor disrupts their plans. Can Peralta help them? (S3 Ep11, 23) (30 minutes)
- 12:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: 9 Days: Captain Holt and Peralta contract mumps during an investigation, and decide to be quarantined together so they can use the time to solve the case. (S3 Ep12, 23) (30 minutes)
- 1:00pm The Big Bang Theory: The Dumpling Paradox: When Howard seduces Penny's friend and spends the night with her in Penny's flat, Penny asks if she can sleep on Leonard and Sheldon's sofa. (S1 Ep7, 17) (30 minutes)
- 1:30pm The Big Bang Theory: The Grasshopper Experiment: Raj panics when his parents arrange a blind date for him, only to discover he actually can talk to a member of the opposite sex after a few drinks. (S1 Ep8, 17) (30 minutes)
- 3:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Maximum Security: Santiago goes undercover at a women's prison and befriends one of the inmates. Holt and the team plan a fake funeral to catch a hitman. (S3 Ep21, 23) (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Bureau: Pimento's life is still in peril, so Captain Holt calls on an old friend in the FBI to help identify the crooked agent who tried to have him killed. (S3 Ep22, 23) (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm The Goldbergs: I Lost on Jeopardy!: Erica decides to apply to appear on television quiz Jeopardy! A new crush makes Barry realise that he might not be quite over Lainey yet. (S6 Ep21) (30 minutes)
- 4:30pm The Goldbergs: Mom Trumps Willow: Adam decides to see the movie Willow instead of spending Mother's Day with Beverly. Barry tires of his status as the family's middle child. (S6 Ep22) (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm The Big Bang Theory: The Tangerine Factor: When Penny breaks up with her boyfriend, Leonard plucks up the courage to ask her out. Both turn to Sheldon for advice about their date. (S1 Ep17, 17) (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm The Big Bang Theory: The Bad Fish Paradigm: Penny opens up to a reluctant Sheldon after a less-than-stellar first date with Leonard, placing him in the awkward position of having to keep a secret. (S2 Ep1, 23) (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Hollyoaks: Scott spends time alone with Walter to better understand Mitchell's upbringing. Maxine is struggling to provide for her and Minnie, but a special invitation makes her happy. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm Young Sheldon: Brand new series - A Party Invitation, Football Grapes and an Earth Chicken: Mary gets Pastor Jeff involved when Sheldon isn't invited to Billy's party. George and Dr Sturgis bond. (S3 Ep9) (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm New: Young Sheldon: Brand new series - Teenager Soup and a Little Ball of Fib: Sheldon decides to fake an illness to avoid a swimming test at school. Dr Sturgis aims to spy on Meemaw's new boyfriend. (S3 Ep10) (30 minutes)
- 11:05pm The Big Bang Theory: The Fetal Kick Catalyst: Penny meets her fans at a comic book convention. Sheldon and Amy host a brunch at Penny's flat. Howard makes an impulsive purchase. (S10 Ep6, 24) (30 minutes)
- 11:35pm The Big Bang Theory: The Veracity Elasticity: Leonard is upset when he finds out Penny has been moving his collectables out of Sheldon's old room and into storage behind his back. (S10 Ep7, 24) (30 minutes)
Film4 (14)
- 9:00pm Independence Day: (1996) Sci-fi action-thriller. A US Air Force pilot (Will Smith) and a scientist (Jeff Goldblum) battle aliens who have begun destroying Earth's cities and stripping its resources. (2 hours 50 minutes)
Channel 4+1 (15)
- 12:15am 24 Hours in A&E: Lucy is rushed in after a severe seizure. Simon comes to A&E with severe neck pain. Two-year-old Sophie is in paediatrics after being sprayed in the face with a cleaning product. (S19 Ep5) (1 hour)
- 1:15am First Dates: Welsh hairdresser Jess wants a man who's a cut above the rest. Charity shop manager Casey has his dream white wedding all mapped out. Is his date husband material? (S13 Ep6) (55 minutes)
- 2:10am Old People's Home for 4 Year...: ...Olds at Christmas: Isolation is a big issue at Christmas. This programme reunites pensioners with their young friends as they prepare together for a Christmas carol concert. (55 minutes)
- 3:05am Food Unwrapped Does Christmas: Should we be stuffing the turkey with chocolate, nuts and mushrooms? Is there silver in cake decorations? Plus: tofurkey, cinnamon and other Christmas food surprises. (55 minutes)
- 7:30am The King of Queens: Wish Boned: Doug agrees to take Arthur on a trip to St Louis on the condition that he never has to see his naked back again. But all does not go to plan. (25 minutes)
- 7:55am The King of Queens: Van Go: Doug upsets a waitress so much that she demands to have a fight with him once he has finished his meal. (25 minutes)
- 8:20am The King of Queens: Ice Cubed: Carrie gets stranded in the snow, while Doug upsets a couple who offer him shelter from the bad weather. (25 minutes)
- 8:45am Everybody Loves Raymond: The Walk to the Door: Ray feels guilty when he meets a woman he dated 25 years before and treated badly. He decides to apologise, but soon regrets bringing up the past. (25 minutes)
- 9:10am Everybody Loves Raymond: Young Girl: Robert dates a 22-year-old woman. Debra and Marie think he's being foolish, but Ray and Frank aren't so sure. But is she really 22? (30 minutes)
- 9:40am Frasier: Frasier Has Spokane: When Frasier's radio programme is syndicated in Spokane, it replaces a local broadcaster's show, enraging his callers. (30 minutes)
- 10:10am Frasier: The Guilt Trippers: A birthday party held in Daphne's honour sets in motion some rather surprising and unexpected events. (30 minutes)
- 10:40am Frasier: Moon Over Seattle: Niles finally convinces Daphne's hard-drinking father in England to return to her harpy-like mother in Seattle. (30 minutes)
- 2:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Billy and Gwendoline have to track down some wild boar. Clive and Tanith try to make a self-sufficient dish. Paul continues the task of converting the water tower into an office. (S1 Ep14) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 6:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : This time Kirstie Allsopp's Christmas HQ hosts a festive stocking competition. There are also some glamorous slippers and a sweet crafter who sculpts with sugar. (S7 Ep4, 15) (1 hour)
- 7:00pm The Simpsons: Bart the Fink: After Krusty the Clown is busted for tax evasion by Bart, he disappears in a mysterious plane crash. (30 minutes)
- 7:30pm Hollyoaks: Mitchell prepares to tell his family about Scott. Sienna is desperate to know whether Christmas will fulfil her wishes, while Jack wants to whisk Breda away on holiday. (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm New: Buy It Now for Christmas: Rylan Clark-Neal presents the show where inventors pitch their products to shoppers returns all supersized for Christmas, with more ingenious festive gift ideas up for discussion. (Ep4, 4) (1 hour)
- 10:00pm New: The Cure: Based on the inspiring real-life story of Julie Bailey, The Cure is the story of an ordinary woman who exposed one of the worst hospital care scandals in the history of the NHS. (1 hour 45 minutes)
- 11:45pm The World's Most Expensive Toys: From rocking horses covered in 82,000 Swarovski crystals to £25,000 doll's houses, this documentary meets the craftspeople and inventors creating toys for the children of the super-rich. (1 hour 5 minutes)
More 4 (18)
- 1:15am 24 Hours in A&E: The series that follows the stories of patients at St George's hospital returns. In this episode staff try to unravel the mystery of an unknown man who collapsed in the street. (S14 Ep1, 9) (1 hour)
- 3:20am Food Unwrapped: Jimmy Doherty investigates a looming coconut shortage. Could compostables be the answer to our worldwide plastics problem? And why are macarons so expensive? (S16 Ep1) (30 minutes)
- 8:55am Food Unwrapped: Are baked beans baked? If stinky cheese smells so bad why does it taste so good? And Matt Tebbutt gets the skinny on diet champagne. (S15 Ep9) (35 minutes)
- 4:50pm The Secret Life of the Zoo at...: ...Christmas: Young orangutan Indah opens all of her family's Christmas stockings. Reticulated python Bali isn't eating, so 10 brave keepers have to catch her for a health check. (S2 Ep6, 6) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:55pm The Supervet at Christmas: As the Supervet team prepare for Christmas, Professor Noel Fitzpatrick treats a rescue Greyhound and a puppy Terrier with bad legs. And Noel makes a surprise visit home to Ireland. (1 hour)
- 7:55pm Escape to the Chateau: Dick Strawbridge gets to work on the chateau's crumbling stucco while Angel adds the finishing touches to their floating dome, for the ultimate family sleepover under the stars. (S4 Ep3, 3) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 9:00pm 24 Hours in A&E: This episode explores the strength of parental love. Marie, who's 31, has collapsed with a headache. Doting dad Andy brings in 10-month-old Erin, who has a build-up of ear wax. (S14 Ep2) (1 hour)
- 10:00pm New: New Amsterdam: Brand new series - The Blues: Max struggles with his treatment. Reynolds does costly surgery to determine an elusive diagnosis. Bloom must face her personal demons head-on. (S1 Ep13, 22) (1 hour)
Dave (19)
- 3:00am The Last Man on Earth: Name 20 Picnics... Now!: Killer laughs with the wandering survivors of a deadly plague. The group throw a party to celebrate every major holiday, but Phil and Todd clash. (25 minutes)
- 3:25am The Last Man on Earth: The Big Day: The inspired post-apocalyptic comedy flash forwards six months: Erica and Carol are heavily pregnant, Jasper is now talking and Melissa has regained her sanity. (35 minutes)
- 7:10am James May's Cars of the People: The erstwhile Top Gear host can't get enough of driving. James reveals the cars that turned post-war Germany and Japan into motoring powerhouses - at the expense of Britain. (50 minutes)
- 12:00pm James May's Cars of the People: James May goes off-road to explore how the 4x4 conquered the world. From Mount Fuji to the Mojave Desert, Captain Slow puts our favourite four-wheel drives to the test. (1 hour)
- 2:00pm Top Gear: Richard invents airport vehicle racing, while Jeremy's test of the Renaultsport Twingo 133 involves a tunnel, a ferry and Ross Kemp. British film director Guy Ritchie stops by. (1 hour)
- 5:00pm Top Gear: Jeremy, Richard and James take over a gallery in Middlesbrough in a quest to prove that cars can be more popular than art - a task that requires some unusual promotion. (1 hour)
Drama (20)
- 10:00pm Silent Witness: Squaring the Circle: Emilia Fox stars in a feature-length forensics drama. Nikki and Jack work with young DI Sarah Parks to ascertain the identity of a dead hitman. (2 hours 25 minutes)
5 USA (21)
- 12:50am CSI: Miami: Tipping Point: US crime drama series. A reformed gang leader offers to help Horatio and the CSI team bring down his old partners in crime from the inside. (S7 Ep 11) (1 hour)
- 3:05am CSI: New York: Dead Reckoning: Crime drama. Mac and the team are mystified when a woman claims to have murdered her unfaithful husband but is cleared by DNA evidence. (S6 Ep 4) (55 minutes)
- 4:00pm Murder She Wrote: Detective series. Jessica has the difficult task of proving that her niece was framed for the murder of a horse-breeder. (S2 Ep 8) (1 hour)
- 5:00pm Murder She Wrote: Murder mystery series. Jessica agrees to give a series of lectures in creative writing at a women's prison. When the prison doctor is murdered, mayhem ensues. (S2 Ep 9) (1 hour)
ITV4 (24)
- 12:15am Columbo: Strange Bedfellows: Classic US murder mystery series. Graham McVeigh kills his brother and frames a mob bookie for the crime, then kills the bookie and claims self-defence. (2 hours)
- 7:30am Columbo: Columbo and the Murder of a Rock Star: Columbo faces off against a lawyer who kills a rock star that he was having an affair with when she threatens to expose his practices. (1 hour 55 minutes)
- 9:25am Minder: Whatever Happened to Her Indoors?: When Her Indoors goes missing, Arthur is under suspicion. But he's got the more important matter of a cash flow problem on his mind. S8 Ep3 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:35am The Professionals: The Untouchables: When an old girlfriend from East Germany appears, Bodie is framed for assassination and hounded by Doyle and CI5. S4 Ep12 (1 hour)
- 1:40pm Columbo: Undercover: Detective series. Columbo goes undercover to investigate a bank heist with the help of an insurance investigator. (2 hours 5 minutes)
- 3:45pm Minder: Three Cons Make a Mountain: Arthur keeps acquiring items that won't do his reputation any good. How can he offload them without the rest of the manor finding out he's been conned? S8 Ep4 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 4:50pm The Professionals: The Ojuka Situation: Bodie and Doyle are assigned to protect the former head of an African state whose life has been threatened. S4 Ep13 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 8:00pm Yorkshire Airport: Every day up to 9,500 items of luggage pass though the baggage hall at Leeds Bradford, and baggage agent Johnny is on a mission to reunite these items with their owners. Ep5 (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm Yorkshire Airport: The airport is preparing for the grand opening of its multi-million-pound facelift and Phil is under pressure to impress Transport Secretary Chris Grayling. Ep6 (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm Rambo: First Blood: Action adventure starring Sylvester Stallone and Richard Crenna, 1982. An ex-Green Beret does battle in the US wilds with a sadistic sheriff and his deputies. (1 hour)
- 10:05pm Rambo: First Blood: Action adventure starring Sylvester Stallone and Richard Crenna, 1982. An ex-Green Beret does battle in the US wilds with a sadistic sheriff and his deputies. (1 hour)
- 11:05pm Tremors: Monster movie starring Kevin Bacon, 1990. A small US town is terrorised by strange subterranean creatures who are killing the town's residents one by one. (1 hour)
Yesterday (25)
- 12:00am Steam Train Britain: Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railway are celebrating their annual Victorian Weekend, while in south Devon, silver service waiter Andy Leech runs the three-course Sunday lunch. (1 hour)
- 6:00am Operation Grand Canyon: Dan Snow and his expert team of historians and geologists continue down the Grand Canyon in antique wooden boats as they relive one of the Wild West's greatest adventures. (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 12:00pm Impossible Railways: City Limits: A look at the planet's most incredible metropolitan railways, and how they help people solve distinctly urban problems. Including a project to upgrade New York's transit system. (1 hour)
- 2:00pm Attenborough's Natural Curiosities: Strange Parents: Sir David Attenborough shines the spotlight on nature's most amazing animals. Sir David looks at female hyaenas and explains why male seahorses give birth. (30 minutes)
- 2:30pm Attenborough's Natural Curiosities: Magical Appearances: Sir David Attenborough shines the spotlight on nature's most amazing animals. This episode looks at the significance of large eyes in owls and giant squid. (30 minutes)
- 3:00pm Life In The Undergrowth: Intimate Relations: David Attenborough presents another insight into nature's little wonders. Ever since they came onto land, creatures of the undergrowth have been forming alliances. (1 hour)
- 4:00pm Impossible Engineering: Virginia Class Submarine: The Virginia-class submarine is the most advanced nuclear-powered fast attack submarine ever built for the US Navy. Hear how this 7,800-tonne beast was made. (1 hour)
- 7:00pm Impossible Railways: Full Throttle: Engineering breakthroughs that allow trains to go faster than ever, including technology that allows the navigation of the winding mountains of Spain at speed. (1 hour)
- 8:00pm New: Steam Train Britain: On the Welsh Highland Railway, a newly built Pullman carriage is on its way to Caenarfon Station and a Saddle Tank Loco is being completely restored on the East Lancashire Railway. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Abandoned Engineering: Guernsey Nazi Towers: A little-known dark past explains the vast monolithic structures that dominate the small British island of Guernsey. (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Impossible Engineering: Virginia Class Submarine: The Virginia-class submarine is the most advanced nuclear-powered fast attack submarine ever built for the US Navy. Hear how this 7,800-tonne beast was made. (1 hour)
ITVBe (26)
- 6:00am Be Beautiful: Make-up tutorial. Vlogger Sabrina Britton shows how to get that gorgeous smoky eyed look with a party outfit to match. S2 Ep9 (10 minutes)
- 12:00pm Be Tasty: Kimberly Wyatt - Miso Cod: Former Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt makes her protein-packed steamed miso cod with a black noodle salad, the ideal dish for a post-workout dinner. (10 minutes)
- 8:00pm Christmas Dinner Date: Jack: A festive special of the dating series. Jack from London dines with three women who have put together some pun-tastic three-course meals. S7 Ep26 (1 hour)
ITV2 +1 (27)
- 12:00am Family Guy: Peter, Chris and Brian: US animated comedy. Upset that none of his childhood dreams have come true, Peter hopes to improve Chris's future by forcing him to spend time with Brian. S14 Ep5 (30 minutes)
- 12:30am American Dad!: For Whom the Sleigh Bell Tolls: Animated series about a hapless CIA agent. Christmas itself is put at risk when Steve accidentally shoots Santa with the gun his father bought him. S7 Ep8 (25 minutes)
- 12:55am American Dad!: NSA (No Snoops Allowed): Animated series. Steve is approached by the NSA, who convince him to help them spy on Stan. Roger convinces Hayley to resume being a carnivore once a year. S12 Ep4 (30 minutes)
- 2:30am Through the Keyhole: Keith Lemon hosts the comedy quiz. Guessing the mystery celebrity houses this time are comedian Rob Beckett, presenter Janet Street-Porter and newsreader Krishnan Guru-Murphy. S6 Ep8 (1 hour)
- 9:00am Emmerdale: Charity has a plan to rile Cain. Liv worries about Aaron. Jamie and Andrea resolve their conflict. (30 minutes)
- 9:30am Coronation Street: Roy makes an error of judgement by leaving Richard unattended. Michelle receives a mystery offer for the Bistro. Ryan begs Gary for work to pay off his debt. (30 minutes)
- 10:00am Coronation Street: Nina lays the blame at Roy's door. Michael waits in vain for a visit from Grace and Tianna. Ryan completes a mission for Gary. (25 minutes)
- 11:20am Dress To Impress: The fashion-themed dating challenge continues. Whose style choices will impress Nate from Nottingham? S2 Ep10 (55 minutes)
- 12:15pm Dress To Impress: In London, Jessica, Shai and Harley all hope to impress model and personal trainer Robbie with their style choices. S2 Ep11 (1 hour)
- 1:15pm Emmerdale: Charity has a plan to rile Cain. Liv worries about Aaron. Jamie and Andrea resolve their conflict. (30 minutes)
- 1:45pm Coronation Street: Roy makes an error of judgement by leaving Richard unattended. Michelle receives a mystery offer for the Bistro. Ryan begs Gary for work to pay off his debt. (30 minutes)
- 2:15pm Coronation Street: Nina lays the blame at Roy's door. Michael waits in vain for a visit from Grace and Tianna. Ryan completes a mission for Gary. (35 minutes)
- 3:45pm The Boxer and the Ballroom Dancer: The time has finally come for the boys to face their fears and compete in front of their friends and family and a crowd of thousands in the competition of their lives. Ep3 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 4:50pm Dinner Date: Jamie: Culinary dating series. Jamie from Sheffield selects three ladies to date based on their menus, but which of the women will impress him the most? S6 Ep15 (1 hour)
- 5:50pm New: Dress To Impress: Personal stylist Zoe is on the look for love. Three single people hope to win her affections with their style choices. S2 Ep12 (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 7:00pm New: Dress To Impress: Three single guys seek stylish outfits hoping to win a date with Vicky from Leicester. Who will impress her the most? S2 Ep13 (1 hour)
- 10:00pm New: Family Guy: Christmas Is Coming: Meg takes Stewie to see Santa at the mall, but things soon get out of hand, leaving Brian to try to pick up the pieces. S18 Ep9 (30 minutes)
- 10:30pm Family Guy: How the Griffin Stole Christmas: Animated comedy. Peter fills in for the mall Santa, but soon gets drunk on power when he realises that he can get away with anything. S15 Ep9 (30 minutes)
5STAR (30)
- 9:45am Nativity 3: Dude Where's My...: ...Donkey? Seasonal comedy starring Martin Clunes and Marc Wootton. The pupils of St Bernadette's have to help when new teacher Mr Shepherd loses his memory, and his donkey! (2012) (1 hour)
- 10:50am Nativity 3: Dude Where's My...: ...Donkey? Seasonal comedy starring Martin Clunes and Marc Wootton. The pupils of St Bernadette's have to help when new teacher Mr Shepherd loses his memory, and his donkey! (2012) (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 3:00pm Neighbours: Finn promises to spend more time with Bea. Kyle's plan to get back on track with Amy is in danger of falling apart. Yashvi wants Ned back, but things go badly wrong. (35 minutes)
- 6:30pm Neighbours: Finn promises to spend more time with Bea. Kyle's plan to get back on track with Amy is in danger of falling apart. Yashvi wants Ned back, but things go badly wrong. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm Rich Kids, Skint Christmas: Observational series following rich kids who move in with struggling families. April spends Christmas with the Burke family, former children's entertainers. (S3 Ep 7) (1 hour)
5Spike (31)
- 9:00am The A-Team: Classic action drama series. The team come to the aid of a farmer who faces bankruptcy when a rival stops him from delivering his produce to market. (S1 Ep 10) (1 hour)
- 10:00am The A-Team: Classic action adventure series. The team are hired by a high-ranking State Department agent to attempt to rescue a general and his daughter from a band of guerrillas. (S1 Ep 11) (1 hour)
- 5:00pm The A-Team: Classic action drama series. Two Native Americans dedicated to preserving their homeland enlist the help of the A-Team to stop rustlers. (S2 Ep 6) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm The A-Team: Another action-packed adventure with the loveable mercenaries. The A-Team are hired to protect a cab company from their terrorising rivals. (S2 Ep 7) (1 hour)
ITV +1 (33)
- 1:40am Bancroft: Bancroft is faced with a startling blast from the past that brings the events from 1990 back to the surface. Meanwhile, Katherine wrestles with new information she is uncovering. S1 Ep3 (50 minutes)
- 4:00am Monster Carp: France: Carp crusaders Ali Hamidi, Neil Spooner and Tom Dove venture to the true mecca of carp fishing - Lac de Saint-Cassien in France. S4 Ep4 (50 minutes)
- 8:00pm Emmerdale: Aaron sinks into despair. Liv suffers another seizure. Nate readies himself for a fight. (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm Emmerdale: Kim's actions leave everyone shocked. Liv is in peril. Tracy's apology backfires. (30 minutes)
- 9:30pm New: Gino's Italian Express: Garda-Bolzano: Gino leaves Verona on one of Italy's super-fast trains and heads to the majestic Lake Garda, the biggest of the Italian lakes, before carrying on to Bolzano. S7 Ep5 (30 minutes)
ITV3+1 (34)
- 9:00pm Vera: On Harbour Street: Detective drama series. DCI Vera Stanhope investigates a mysterious death in a quiet coastal town with clues that keep revolving around one street. S4 Ep1 (2 hours)
- 11:00pm The Bletchley Circle: San...: ...Francisco. In for a Pound: A death in the Big Bop Club brings an international incident right to the women's doorstep, while they grapple with Jean's sudden disappearance. Ep8 (1 hour)
Channel 5+1 (44)
- 1:50pm Neighbours: Finn promises to spend more time with Bea. Kyle's plan to get back on track with Amy is in danger of falling apart. Yashvi wants Ned back, but things go badly wrong. (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Neighbours: Finn promises to spend more time with Bea. Kyle's plan to get back on track with Amy is in danger of falling apart. Yashvi wants Ned back, but things go badly wrong. (30 minutes)
Challenge (46)
- 10:00am Bruce's Price Is Right: Bruce Forsyth hosts the game show in which contestants come on down to win prizes by correctly guessing the prices of various goods. (30 minutes)
- 10:30am Bruce's Price Is Right: Bruce Forsyth hosts the game show in which contestants come on down to win prizes by correctly guessing the prices of various goods. (30 minutes)
- 11:00am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 11:30am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 12:00pm Wheel of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. Contestants spin the wheel to determine how many points are up for grabs. (30 minutes)
- 12:30pm Wheel of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. Contestants spin the wheel to determine how many points are up for grabs. (30 minutes)
- 1:00pm Wheel Of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. (S6, ep 3) (30 minutes)
- 1:30pm Wheel Of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. (S6, ep 4) (30 minutes)
- 4:30pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
- 10:00pm Classic Who Wants To Be A...: ...Millionaire. A classic episode of the award-winning quiz show presented by Chris Tarrant in which contestants can win up to one million pounds. (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
- 11:30pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
4seven (47)
- 12:45am Christmas at Chatsworth House: A look behind the scenes as a Duke, Duchess and 800 staff prepare for an influx of 200,000 visitors to the great stately home during Christmas. Will unprecedented flooding spoil the fun? (55 minutes)
- 1:40am Scotland's Scenic Railways: Through vast mountains and across open moorlands, a breathtaking look at Scotland's network - voted the world's most beautiful railway - including the spectacular viaduct from Harry Potter. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 2:45am Holidays from Hell: Caught on...: ...Camera: From sunbed dashes and ski crashes to Brits behaving badly and locals behaving madly, jaw-dropping real-life footage reveals how holidays can turn into a nightmare. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 3:50am Frasier: Juvenilia: Frasier is ambushed when he agrees to appear on a seemingly innocent teen-oriented radio show but is then interrogated by the brainy high-school panel. (25 minutes)
- 4:15am Frasier: The Proposal: A fussy Niles leaves nothing to chance when he plans the perfect evening as the backdrop for asking Daphne to be his wife. (30 minutes)
- 12:00pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Donna thinks there is ancient armour hidden in her chateau's lake. In the Dordogne, we meet new parents Tim and Krys. And Colette and Paul try to launch an ambitious new menu. (S1 Ep9) (1 hour)
- 3:00pm Everybody Loves Raymond: Italy (Part 1): Marie treats the family to a holiday in Rome, but Ray's not happy about the whole experience. (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Everybody Loves Raymond: Italy (Part 2): The family are still on holiday in Rome, where Robert falls for a stunning Italian beauty. (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm Frasier: Wheels of Fortune: Lilith's half brother Blaine Sternin (Michael Keaton) comes to town seeking Frasier's forgiveness for his past misdeeds. (30 minutes)
- 4:30pm Frasier: Three Blind Dates: Frasier's family and friends organise dates with various women who they believe are guaranteed to sweep him off his feet. (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : This time Kirstie Allsopp's Christmas HQ hosts a festive stocking competition. There are also some glamorous slippers and a sweet crafter who sculpts with sugar. (S7 Ep4, 15) (1 hour)
- 8:00pm The Supervet: Noel Fitzpatrick: It's almost Christmas but Fitzpatrick Referrals are as busy as ever with a rescue dog with bad discs and a German shepherd who gives his family and Noel an emotional ethical dilemma. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm First Dates: Welsh hairdresser Jess wants a man who's a cut above the rest. Charity shop manager Casey has his dream white wedding all mapped out. Is his date husband material? (S13 Ep6) (1 hour)
- 10:00pm First Dates: PR exec Claudia, who's 26, looks for a date who won't make her feel 'ick'. And 71-year-old music producer Barry dates a former member of a pop group. (S13 Ep5) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:05pm 24 Hours in A&E: Lucy is rushed in after a severe seizure. Simon comes to A&E with severe neck pain. Two-year-old Sophie is in paediatrics after being sprayed in the face with a cleaning product. (S19 Ep5) (1 hour 5 minutes)
Paramount Network (54)
- 5:00am Neighbours: Finn demands that Claudia leave town for betraying his trust, but she cannot resist meddling once more before she departs. Toadie dislikes Chloe's plans for a Christmas concert. (30 minutes)
5SELECT (55)
- 3:00am CSI: Miami: Delko for the Defense: Crime drama series. Delko appears as an expert witness for the defence in the case of a young homeless man accused of murder. (S8 Ep 11) (1 hour)
- 2:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. The doctors treat a wave of patients in search of physical and emotional pain relief, including a woman who is in a low mood after donating her kidney. (S3 Ep 40) (1 hour)
- 3:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. A rugby player comes in with a blackened toenail hanging by a thread, and Nurse Maloney teaches a medical student how to burn excess flesh off patient's bodies. (S3 Ep 41) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. The doctors treat patients who have been surprised by sudden illness and injury, including a woman who slipped between the platform and the carriage of a train. (S3 Ep 42) (1 hour)
- 7:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. John fears that his drooping eyelids may indicate a stroke. Diana complains of occasional chest pains. Rochelle is worried about her son's undescended testicle. (S3 Ep 43) (1 hour)
Dave ja vu (79)
- 4:00am The Last Man on Earth: Name 20 Picnics... Now!: Killer laughs with the wandering survivors of a deadly plague. The group throw a party to celebrate every major holiday, but Phil and Todd clash. (25 minutes)
- 4:25am The Last Man on Earth: The Big Day: The inspired post-apocalyptic comedy flash forwards six months: Erica and Carol are heavily pregnant, Jasper is now talking and Melissa has regained her sanity. (35 minutes)
- 8:10am James May's Cars of the People: The erstwhile Top Gear host can't get enough of driving. James reveals the cars that turned post-war Germany and Japan into motoring powerhouses - at the expense of Britain. (50 minutes)
- 1:00pm James May's Cars of the People: James May goes off-road to explore how the 4x4 conquered the world. From Mount Fuji to the Mojave Desert, Captain Slow puts our favourite four-wheel drives to the test. (1 hour)
- 3:00pm Top Gear: Richard invents airport vehicle racing, while Jeremy's test of the Renaultsport Twingo 133 involves a tunnel, a ferry and Ross Kemp. British film director Guy Ritchie stops by. (1 hour)
- 6:00pm Top Gear: Jeremy, Richard and James take over a gallery in Middlesbrough in a quest to prove that cars can be more popular than art - a task that requires some unusual promotion. (1 hour)
BBC ONE HD (101)
- 10:30am The State Opening Of Parliament: Huw Edwards presents coverage of the Queen's speech at the State Opening of Parliament. This combination of pageantry and politics marks the formal start of the new parliament. (1 hour 45 minutes)
- 12:15pm Bargain Hunt: 5, 32. Eric Knowles presents from The National Botanic Garden of Wales in Carmarthen with experts Kate Bliss and Ben Cooper. (45 minutes)
- 1:45pm Doctors: 31, 196. Jimmi reels as his efforts to defend his innocence fall on deaf ears. Valerie begins to suspect Bear's motives as The Mill struggles to make sense of Jimmi's arrest. (30 minutes)
- 2:15pm Father Brown: The Star of Jacob: 1, 16. Period drama series. Father Brown investigates when the son of a duke is abducted from Lady Felicia's Yuletide ball. Can he find the child in time for Christmas? (50 minutes)
- 3:05pm Escape to the Country: Property series. Alistair Appleton is in the Cotswolds on a house-hunting mission with a couple whose £900,000 budget needs to fund two separate homes under one roof. (40 minutes)
- 3:45pm Garden Rescue: 22, 30. Garden renovation series. Steve and Alice in Exeter are after an Ibiza-inspired space that also works as a family garden for their young children. (45 minutes)
- 7:30pm EastEnders: Tensions reach breaking point at the Arches, Mick does everything he can to ensure his plan succeeds, and Kush makes a shocking discovery. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm Holby City: 52, 53. When Bea requires emergency surgery, a suspended Kian takes matters into his own hands, but at what cost? (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Click and Collect: Comedy. To save his daughter's Christmas, Andrew goes on a road trip with Dev, his neighbour from hell, to buy an elusive Sparklehoof the Unicorn Princess. (1 hour)
- 10:35pm Mrs Brown's Boys D'Movie: Mrs Brown faces car chases and ninjas as she battles to save her Dublin market stall. Contains strong language and adult humour. (1 hour 35 minutes)
BBC TWO HD (102)
- 12:20am Reggie in China: 2, 3. Reggie visits Beijing, the belly of the beast, home to President Xi Jinping, meeting migrant workers and millionaire businessmen alike, all chasing Xi's Chinese Dream. (1 hour)
- 1:20am Inside the Supermarket: 4, 6. Sainsbury's stores try to cash in on the increasing number of Brits holidaying in the UK, but in Penzance the fridges break down on one of the hottest days of the year. (55 minutes)
- 7:15am Island Medics: 8, 10. A group of off-duty junior doctors and medical students take a trip to the island of Fetlar. With almost perpetual daylight, they are looking forward to a midnight swim. (45 minutes)
- 8:00am MasterChef: The Professionals: 1, 21. Over seven weeks, 48 professional chefs face the rigours of the MasterChef kitchen. The first skills test involves cooking up a poached guinea fowl breast with a sauce robert. (1 hour)
- 1:30pm The Best Christmas Food Ever: Paul Ainsworth and Catherine Fulvio are joined by actor and singer Anita Harris as they share culinary secrets, perfect for creating delicious festive flavours for Christmas. (45 minutes)
- 2:15pm Holiday of My Lifetime: 5, 25. Len travels with former EastEnders actor Pam St Clement to Dartmoor in Devon to relive a holiday that Pam took in 1953 that changed her life. (45 minutes)
- 3:00pm The Importance of Being Earnest: Adaptation of Oscar Wilde's masterpiece, set in 1890s England. A comedy of mistaken identity ensues when two gentlemen friends use the same alias to pursue the women they love. (1 hour 30 minutes)
- 4:30pm The Hairy Bikers Home for...: ...Christmas. 9, 11. The Hairy Bikers create mouthwatering festive dishes and get into the spirit of the season with special guest Russell Grant. Recipes include lobster mac and cheese. (45 minutes)
- 7:00pm Heston's Perfect Christmas Dinner: Heston makes a Christmas feast for Terry Wogan, Kirsty Wark, Dara O Briain, Rob Brydon, Richard E Grant and Sue Perkins. (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Masterchef: The Professionals: 21, 21. The final three chefs face one last challenge - to cook the best three courses of their lives. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Heston's Marvellous Menu: Back...: ...to the Noughties. Giles Coren challenges Heston Blumenthal to take The Fat Duck restaurant back to 2001. Contains some strong language. (1 hour)
ITV HD (103)
- 12:40am Bancroft: Bancroft is faced with a startling blast from the past that brings the events from 1990 back to the surface. Meanwhile, Katherine wrestles with new information she is uncovering. S1 Ep3 (50 minutes)
- 3:00am Monster Carp: France: Carp crusaders Ali Hamidi, Neil Spooner and Tom Dove venture to the true mecca of carp fishing - Lac de Saint-Cassien in France. S4 Ep4 (50 minutes)
- 7:00pm Emmerdale: Aaron sinks into despair. Liv suffers another seizure. Nate readies himself for a fight. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm Emmerdale: Kim's actions leave everyone shocked. Liv is in peril. Tracy's apology backfires. (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm New: Gino's Italian Express: Garda-Bolzano: Gino leaves Verona on one of Italy's super-fast trains and heads to the majestic Lake Garda, the biggest of the Italian lakes, before carrying on to Bolzano. S7 Ep5 (30 minutes)
- 11:45pm Bancroft: Bancroft plans and executes a massive sting operation against Athif Kamara, but all doesn't go smoothly. S1 Ep4 (55 minutes)
Channel 4 HD (104)
- 12:15am First Dates: Welsh hairdresser Jess wants a man who's a cut above the rest. Charity shop manager Casey has his dream white wedding all mapped out. Is his date husband material? (S13 Ep6) (55 minutes)
- 1:10am Old People's Home for 4 Year...: ...Olds at Christmas: Isolation is a big issue at Christmas. This programme reunites pensioners with their young friends as they prepare together for a Christmas carol concert. (55 minutes)
- 2:05am Food Unwrapped Does Christmas: Should we be stuffing the turkey with chocolate, nuts and mushrooms? Is there silver in cake decorations? Plus: tofurkey, cinnamon and other Christmas food surprises. (55 minutes)
- 6:30am The King of Queens: Wish Boned: Doug agrees to take Arthur on a trip to St Louis on the condition that he never has to see his naked back again. But all does not go to plan. (25 minutes)
- 6:55am The King of Queens: Van Go: Doug upsets a waitress so much that she demands to have a fight with him once he has finished his meal. (25 minutes)
- 7:20am The King of Queens: Ice Cubed: Carrie gets stranded in the snow, while Doug upsets a couple who offer him shelter from the bad weather. (25 minutes)
- 7:45am Everybody Loves Raymond: The Walk to the Door: Ray feels guilty when he meets a woman he dated 25 years before and treated badly. He decides to apologise, but soon regrets bringing up the past. (25 minutes)
- 8:10am Everybody Loves Raymond: Young Girl: Robert dates a 22-year-old woman. Debra and Marie think he's being foolish, but Ray and Frank aren't so sure. But is she really 22? (30 minutes)
- 8:40am Frasier: Frasier Has Spokane: When Frasier's radio programme is syndicated in Spokane, it replaces a local broadcaster's show, enraging his callers. (30 minutes)
- 9:10am Frasier: The Guilt Trippers: A birthday party held in Daphne's honour sets in motion some rather surprising and unexpected events. (30 minutes)
- 9:40am Frasier: Moon Over Seattle: Niles finally convinces Daphne's hard-drinking father in England to return to her harpy-like mother in Seattle. (30 minutes)
- 1:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Billy and Gwendoline have to track down some wild boar. Clive and Tanith try to make a self-sufficient dish. Paul continues the task of converting the water tower into an office. (S1 Ep14) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : This time Kirstie Allsopp's Christmas HQ hosts a festive stocking competition. There are also some glamorous slippers and a sweet crafter who sculpts with sugar. (S7 Ep4, 15) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm The Simpsons: Bart the Fink: After Krusty the Clown is busted for tax evasion by Bart, he disappears in a mysterious plane crash. (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm Hollyoaks: Mitchell prepares to tell his family about Scott. Sienna is desperate to know whether Christmas will fulfil her wishes, while Jack wants to whisk Breda away on holiday. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm New: Buy It Now for Christmas: Rylan Clark-Neal presents the show where inventors pitch their products to shoppers returns all supersized for Christmas, with more ingenious festive gift ideas up for discussion. (Ep4, 4) (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: The Cure: Based on the inspiring real-life story of Julie Bailey, The Cure is the story of an ordinary woman who exposed one of the worst hospital care scandals in the history of the NHS. (1 hour 45 minutes)
- 10:45pm The World's Most Expensive Toys: From rocking horses covered in 82,000 Swarovski crystals to £25,000 doll's houses, this documentary meets the craftspeople and inventors creating toys for the children of the super-rich. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:50pm Rick and Morty [adult swim]: Claw and Hoarder: Special Ricktim's Morty: Rick promises Morty he can get a new companion: a flying, fire-breathing dragon. Jerry meets a mysterious talking cat. (S4 Ep4) (25 minutes)
Channel 5 HD (105)
- 12:50pm Neighbours: Finn promises to spend more time with Bea. Kyle's plan to get back on track with Amy is in danger of falling apart. Yashvi wants Ned back, but things go badly wrong. (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm Neighbours: Finn promises to spend more time with Bea. Kyle's plan to get back on track with Amy is in danger of falling apart. Yashvi wants Ned back, but things go badly wrong. (30 minutes)
CBBC (201)
- 7:25am Danger Mouse: The Hamster Effect. Animated series. Brunel, the crazed time-travelling Victorian gentlechimp, is back and determined to change history so that Danger Mouse and Penfold never meet. (15 minutes)
- 8:00am Odd Squad: Olive and Otto in Shmumberland Part Two. The Odd Squad investigate strange events. When Olive and Otto get zapped into a comic book, Olive must use her knowledge of it to escape. (10 minutes)
- 8:25am Hank Zipzer's Christmas...: ...Catastrophe. Hank Zipzer's Christmas Catastrophe. No-one loves yuletide like Hank but this year he has to deal with a new baby brother and exploding Christmas trees. (1 hour 30 minutes)
- 10:20am Our School: A Slice of Pizza. The students battle it out to invent a brand new, healthy pizza for the school menu, choosing their ingredients and cooking against the clock. (25 minutes)
- 10:45am Our School: Face Your Fears. We all have something that scares us, but what happens when Yara comes face to face with hers? How will she react when the tarantula comes to school? (20 minutes)
- 2:45pm The Dumping Ground: Another Planet. Chloe decides to take a huge risk when she connects with someone she meets online. (30 minutes)
- 4:25pm Odd Squad: A Case of the Sillies. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. Dr O gets an odd illness called the sillies. (10 minutes)
- 7:00pm Horrible Histories: Horrible...: ...Christmas. Horrible Christmas. A foul and festive treat with a unique blend of sketches, pastiche and song. (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm The Dumping Ground: Heroes. Drama series set in a children's home. Finn's kind nature backfires on him when he's set on a collision course with Alex. (30 minutes)
CBeebies (202)
- 6:35am Twirlywoos: Cleaning. Stop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos. The Twirlywoos watch a window cleaner and get the idea to do their own cleaning. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:05am Bing: Wellies. Children's animation. Bing discovers a hole in his favourite yellow wellies, but he does not want to throw them away. With Flop's help, Bing finds a way to recycle them. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 7:10am Bing: Ice Cream. Children's animation. Bing and Flop hear the jingle of Gilly's ice cream van and race across the park to find her. Bing accidentally tips his ice cream out of the cone. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:35am Bitz & Bob: Bitz's Big Build. Animated preschool series. Bitz must build a house for the three little pigs that big bad Robo Wolf can't blow down. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:45am Peter Rabbit: The Tale of Peter's Great Escape. Animated series. When the rabbits find themselves surrounded, Peter is forced to create a brand new ingenious escape route. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 8:10am Octonauts: Octonauts and the Tree Lobsters. Animated series. When a storm washes Peso onto a mysterious, rocky island, he meets a band of lobster-like insects thought to be extinct. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 9:25am Bing: Plasters. Children's animation. Bing sees Coco with a plaster on her finger and wants one too. Bing makes one out of sticky tape, but it is too sticky. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 9:30am Twirlywoos: Hiding. Stop-motion preschool series. The Twirlywoos hide during a treasure hunt at a children's birthday party. In the boat, they are hidden by strange weeds! Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 11:05am Pablo: The Aroma. Animated preschool series. There is an unusual smell in the house. In the Art World this aroma becomes a swirling character that makes it hard to think or speak at all. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 12:30pm Katie Morag: Katie Morag and the Big Boy Cousins. Live-action children's show. Katie Morag is excited because her big boy cousins have arrived on Struay for the holidays. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 12:45pm Melody: Music Box. Mixed-media music show. While Mum mends Granny's broken music box, Melody listens to Clair De Lune by Debussy. She imagines music box dancers coming to life. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 1:25pm Bing: Cat. Children's animation. Bing loves Arlo the cat and knows just where he likes to be stroked and what games he likes playing. Bing spots a new cat but this one isn't so friendly. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 1:35pm Twirlywoos: More About Turning. Stop-motion preschool programme. The Twirlywoos visit a skate park and practise turning on a skateboard, and the Marching Band visits the Big Red Boat. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 2:35pm Pablo: Squeak, Squeak, Squeak. Animated preschool series. One day Pablo hears a strange sound and discovers his Mum has some squeaky new shoes. He wants to know what they're trying to say. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 3:00pm Andy's Prehistoric Adventures: Woolly Rhino and Flowers. Adventure series. Andy goes in search of a woolly rhino, travelling back 50,000 years to a snowy, prehistoric mountain range. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 4:35pm Peter Rabbit: The Tale of the Greedy Fox. Animated series. Peter tells an impulsive lie which leads Jemima Puddle-Duck into Mr Tod's clutches. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 5:30pm CBeebies Stargazing: A...: ...Christmas Mission. A Christmas Mission. Join in with Maggie's Christmas stargazing mission to follow the North Star. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 6:10pm Clangers: Major's Greatest Invention. Major invents a Clanger finder, but it isn't very useful and he needs a bigger challenge. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
CITV (203)
- 6:00am Dino Dana: Fast and the Fiercest: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training. Dana discovers how speed helped the Stygimoloch while go-karting. S2 Ep17 (10 minutes)
- 6:10am Dino Dana: Growing Up Dino: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training. Dana and Sara discover why a baby Brachiosaurus ate so much. S2 Ep18 (15 minutes)
- 12:30pm Dino Dana: Dino Thieves: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training. Dana dreams an Ozraptor bone has been stolen and she must save it. S2 Ep19 (15 minutes)
- 12:45pm Dino Dana: The Dino Giver: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training. Dana learns how male Dromaeosaurus would give the females gifts. S2 Ep20 (15 minutes)
- 1:00pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Game Over: Mr. Bean becomes obsessed with gaming after being introduced by Mrs. Wicket's nephew. He decides he must have his own console. S3 Ep1 (15 minutes)
- 1:15pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Special Delivery: Mrs. Wicket demands that Bean take delivery of a new lounge chair. He is forced to dress up as Mrs. Wicket to make sure it is delivered. S3 Ep2 (15 minutes)
- 2:00pm Thunderbirds Are Go: Avalanche: An avalanche traps blogger Brandon Berringer and his pal Goose in a snowy basin. Scott, Alan and Virgil must work carefully to dig them out. S3 Ep18 (25 minutes)
- 4:30pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. A Dog's Life: Mr. Bean is charged with keeping an eye on Irma's dog Mopsy, but Mopsy is a very wilful pooch. Who is really in charge of who? S3 Ep3 (15 minutes)
- 4:45pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Big Stink: Mr Bean crashes his mini into a pool of slurry and is desperate to get himself and his car - and poor Teddy - clean again. S3 Ep4 (15 minutes)
- 5:00pm Lego Jurassic:...: ...World: The Legend of Isla Nublar. Under the Volcano!: Danny puts on some powerful dino-mech armour so he can dig up the treasure hidden beneath Mount Sibo. Ep12 (30 minutes)
- 6:24pm Pokemon Sun and Moon:...: ... - Ultra Legends. Pikachu'S Exciting Adventure!: Ash and Torracat return from the past to find that things have changed dramatically while they were away. S22 Ep33 (31 minutes)
- 6:55pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Game Over: Mr. Bean becomes obsessed with gaming after being introduced by Mrs. Wicket's nephew. He decides he must have his own console. S3 Ep1 (15 minutes)
- 7:10pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Special Delivery: Mrs. Wicket demands that Bean take delivery of a new lounge chair. He is forced to dress up as Mrs. Wicket to make sure it is delivered. S3 Ep2 (15 minutes)
- 7:25pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. A Dog's Life: Mr. Bean is charged with keeping an eye on Irma's dog Mopsy, but Mopsy is a very wilful pooch. Who is really in charge of who? S3 Ep3 (15 minutes)
- 7:40pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Big Stink: Mr Bean crashes his mini into a pool of slurry and is desperate to get himself and his car - and poor Teddy - clean again. S3 Ep4 (14 minutes)
- 8:25pm Spy School: Operation Goldfish: Evil mastermind Goldfist is behind a cunning plan to interfere with London's waterways; can the Spy School cadets crack the right codes to stop him? S1 Ep5 (30 minutes)
CBBC HD (204)
- 7:25am Danger Mouse: The Hamster Effect. Animated series. Brunel, the crazed time-travelling Victorian gentlechimp, is back and determined to change history so that Danger Mouse and Penfold never meet. (15 minutes)
- 8:00am Odd Squad: Olive and Otto in Shmumberland Part Two. The Odd Squad investigate strange events. When Olive and Otto get zapped into a comic book, Olive must use her knowledge of it to escape. (10 minutes)
- 8:25am Hank Zipzer's Christmas...: ...Catastrophe. Hank Zipzer's Christmas Catastrophe. No-one loves yuletide like Hank but this year he has to deal with a new baby brother and exploding Christmas trees. (1 hour 30 minutes)
- 10:20am Our School: A Slice of Pizza. The students battle it out to invent a brand new, healthy pizza for the school menu, choosing their ingredients and cooking against the clock. (25 minutes)
- 10:45am Our School: Face Your Fears. We all have something that scares us, but what happens when Yara comes face to face with hers? How will she react when the tarantula comes to school? (20 minutes)
- 2:45pm The Dumping Ground: Another Planet. Chloe decides to take a huge risk when she connects with someone she meets online. (30 minutes)
- 4:25pm Odd Squad: A Case of the Sillies. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. Dr O gets an odd illness called the sillies. (10 minutes)
- 7:00pm Horrible Histories: Horrible...: ...Christmas. Horrible Christmas. A foul and festive treat with a unique blend of sketches, pastiche and song. (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm The Dumping Ground: Heroes. Drama series set in a children's home. Finn's kind nature backfires on him when he's set on a collision course with Alex. (30 minutes)
Friday 20th December
BBC ONE S West (1)
- 10:00am Homes Under the Hammer: 20, 80. Dion casts his eye over a terraced house in Halifax and a Wolverhampton semi. Martin is in Ashford, Kent, to see a former chemist shop. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 11:00am Island Medics: 10, 10. Occupational therapist Marc Beswick returns to long-term patient Summer, a four-year-old with a condition that means it's hard for her to move her arms and legs. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 12:15pm Bargain Hunt: Charlie Ross learns about a royal Christmas gift sent to troops during WWII. Charles Hanson and David Harper guide the teams as they shop at Wetherby Racecourse. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 1:45pm Doctors: 32, 196. Jimmi realises he is facing a long stint in prison when his bail is revoked. Daniel gets to the bottom of Bear's ambivalence towards Jimmi. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
- 2:15pm Father Brown: 1, 10. Period drama series. Father Brown attempts to overturn a miscarriage of justice while rehearsing for the Kembleford Christmas pantomime. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 3:00pm Escape to the Country: 17, 70. Jules Hudson heads to West Sussex to help a couple on a budget of £700,000 find their first shared home together. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 3:45pm Garden Rescue: 21, 30. Charlie, Harry and David draw inspiration from a Marrakesh Rhiad to bring the exotic to Andy and Danielle's garden in sunny Teignmouth. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 8:00pm Still Open All Hours: 6, 7. Granville takes delivery of a bargain consignment from Spain. Eric and Cyril fall out over a lost compass, and Mr Newbold gets soaked on a boat trip with Mrs Rossi. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm EastEnders: Ben is faced with an impossible decision, Kat hatches a plan to protect her family, and Martin takes a huge risk that threatens his future. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
- 11:25pm Fleabag: 4, 6. After a day spent looking back on painful memories, Fleabag turns to the priest for solace, but finds only more trouble. Contains strong language. Also in HD. (30 minutes)
BBC TWO (2)
- 12:20am Rick Stein's Secret France: 5, 6. Rick Stein continues his trip through France, ending his journey at the Mediterranean. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 1:20am Home Is Where the Art Is: Nick Knowles challenges three talented artists to create beautiful artworks for people they've never met. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 8:00am Love in the Countryside: 5, 6. Sara Cox heads to Somerset to give equine dentist Victoria a leg up the love ladder. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 1:30pm The Best Christmas Food Ever: Paul Ainsworth and Catherine Fulvio are joined by actor Nina Wadia as they share culinary secrets, perfect for creating delicious festive flavours for Christmas. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 5:15pm The Hairy Bikers Home for...: ...Christmas. 11, 11. The Hairy Bikers create mouthwatering festive dishes and get into the spirit of the season with special guest Aled Jones. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 7:00pm Mountain Vets: 5, 6. The vets care for animals with all kinds of value - from high worth racehorses to pedigree bulls and irreplaceable family pets. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Masterchef: The Professionals...: ...Rematch 2018. In this one-off special, five finalists return to the kitchen to show the judges how much their food has evolved. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm A Merry Tudor Christmas with...: ...Lucy Worsley. Lucy recreates festivities from Henry VIII's era: costumes, customs, food and festive fun. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 11:10pm Marianne and Leonard: Words of...: ...Love. The beautiful yet tragic love story between Leonard Cohen and his muse Marianne Ihlen. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. (1 hour 40 minutes)
ITV (3)
- 7:00pm Emmerdale: Tracy opens up to Vanessa. Aaron looks for a distraction. Sam gets an idea. (30 minutes)
- 7:30pm Coronation Street: Robert's court hearing is delayed when new information comes to light. Gary gets wind of Derek's plot to sell the factory. Roy attempts to make peace with Nina. (1 hour)
- 8:30pm New: Coronation Street at...: ...Christmas. A festive trip down memory lane to celebrate almost six decades of Christmas on Corrie, including the stories that have entertained millions over the season. (1 hour)
- 11:15pm Bradley Walsh's Late...: ...Night Guest List. Bradley Walsh's Late Night Guest List will see Bradley raise a glass as he's joined by a host of A-List stars for some fun games. (1 hour)
Channel 4 (4)
- 12:15am Rick and Morty [adult swim]: Rattlestar Ricklactica: While repairing a flat tyre in outer space, Morty suffers a potentially lethal snake bite that leads to a tricky encounter with a snake civilisation. (S4 Ep5) (30 minutes)
- 12:45am Gogglebox: What do the armchair critics make of The Crown; I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!; Not the Robbie Williams Christmas Show; Made in Chelsea: Buenos Aires; and The Apprentice? (S14 Ep14) (55 minutes)
- 1:40am The Undateables at Christmas: A festive show featuring much loved familiar faces sharing their special plans for the most wonderful time of the year, including rock singer Dan, and massive Leeds fan Ray from London. (55 minutes)
- 2:35am George Clarke's Amazing Spaces : An airline buff bids to turn a jet cockpit into a summerhouse. And George visits a funky apartment in Tokyo that not only challenges the mind but may make residents live longer. (S7 Ep3, 8) (1 hour)
- 6:30am The King of Queens: Catching Hell: Spence has to pretend to be Doug at a work baseball event. Guest starring Lou Ferrigno (a.k.a. The Incredible Hulk). (25 minutes)
- 6:55am The King of Queens: Slippery Slope: Doug takes Carrie away for a timeshare sales skiing weekend, joined by another couple, Spence and Danny. (25 minutes)
- 7:20am The King of Queens: Buy Curious: When their neighbour passes away, Doug and Carrie face a battle with their other neighbour Lou Ferrigno to acquire his house. (25 minutes)
- 7:45am Everybody Loves Raymond: Fighting In-Laws: Debra's parents come round for Thanksgiving dinner. Debra's so pleased that they're not like Frank and Marie - or are they? (25 minutes)
- 8:10am Everybody Loves Raymond: The Sneeze: Much to Debra's annoyance, Marie mollycoddles Ray when he thinks he's coming down with something. (30 minutes)
- 8:40am Frasier: The Ring Cycle: Niles and Daphne marry on an impulse while on holiday in Reno but are forced to hide their good news when they return to Seattle. (30 minutes)
- 9:10am Frasier: Enemy at the Gate: Frasier and Niles are pitted against the owner of a local garage in a battle over principles and two dollars. Daphne leaves the Crane household for the final time. (30 minutes)
- 9:40am Frasier: Proxy Prexy: Frasier's attempts to become condominium president take a new turn when he persuades Martin to run as a 'puppet' candidate. (30 minutes)
- 12:05pm The People's Vet: Series following two of the UK's busiest charity pet hospitals: the PDSA at Kirkdale and Huyton. Beth tends to Elvis the cat, and Shadow the Staffie is rushed in with seizures. (S1 Ep1) (1 hour)
- 1:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Billy and his dad attempt to level a patio. Paul and Karen struggle to get the office conversion finished. Clive investigates a huge, creepy nest in the roof of the orangery. (S1 Ep15) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : This time crafters compete to make the best decorations. There's also some big knits for Christmas and two sweet mini makes. (S7 Ep5, 15) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm The Simpsons: Lisa the Iconoclast: Lisa finds out that Springfield's founder was a murderous pirate who tried to assassinate George Washington, and decides her fellow citizens should know the truth. (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm Hollyoaks: Scott spends time alone with Walter to better understand Mitchell's upbringing. Maxine is struggling to provide for her and Minnie, but a special invitation makes her happy. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm New: Celebrity Flirty Dancing...: ...for Stand Up To Cancer: Loose Women presenter Coleen Nolan and Made in Chelsea star Miles Nazaire get their dancing shoes on as they go looking for love for Stand Up To Cancer. (S2 Ep7) (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: Celebrity Gogglebox 2019: Some of the best moments from this year, featuring Martin and Roman Kemp, Rylan Clark-Neal and his mum Linda; Nick and Liv Grimshaw; and Chris Eubank Sr and his son Chris Eubank Jr. (1 hour)
Channel 5 (5)
- 3:10am NCIS: New Orleans: American crime drama series. Pride has a personal connection to a murder victim who was targeted while a huge power cut enveloped the city. (S2 Ep 9) (50 minutes)
- 4:00am NCIS: New Orleans: After three people are killed in a diner a clue leads LaSalle to suspect a killer who escaped justice when Hurricane Katrina washed the evidence away. (S2 Ep 10) (45 minutes)
- 4:45am NCIS: New Orleans: Drama series. The team's search for the killer of a Navy Commander's wife leads them to Wade's adopted son, Danny. (S2 Ep 11) (50 minutes)
- 12:50pm Neighbours: Amy is angry with Kyle and Leo for not telling her about Jimmy's problems. Paul and Terese visit Robert in prison, who exacts a high price in exchange for becoming David's donor. (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm Neighbours: Amy is angry with Kyle and Leo for not telling her about Jimmy's problems. Paul and Terese visit Robert in prison, who exacts a high price in exchange for becoming David's donor. (30 minutes)
ITV2 (6)
- 12:00am American Dad!: Stan Smith Is Keanu Reeves as Stanny Utah in Point Breakers: Animated series. Stan tries to bring down a gang of renegade surfers. Steve befriends a homeless drifter. S12 Ep5 (30 minutes)
- 12:30am The Cleveland Show: A Cleveland Brown Christmas: Animation. Cleveland reveals the truth about Rallo's father after having too much to drink at the office party. Meanwhile, Roberta becomes an activist. S1 Ep9 (25 minutes)
- 8:00am Emmerdale: Aaron sinks into despair. Liv suffers another seizure. Nate readies himself for a fight. (30 minutes)
- 8:30am Emmerdale: Kim's actions leave everyone shocked. Liv is in peril. Tracy's apology backfires. (30 minutes)
- 10:20am Dress To Impress: Personal stylist Zoe is on the look for love. Three single people hope to win her affections with their style choices. S2 Ep12 (55 minutes)
- 11:15am Dress To Impress: Three single guys seek stylish outfits hoping to win a date with Vicky from Leicester. Who will impress her the most? S2 Ep13 (1 hour)
- 12:15pm Emmerdale: Aaron sinks into despair. Liv suffers another seizure. Nate readies himself for a fight. (30 minutes)
- 12:45pm Emmerdale: Kim's actions leave everyone shocked. Liv is in peril. Tracy's apology backfires. (30 minutes)
- 3:50pm Dinner Date: Luke: Culinary dating series. Luke from Birmingham chooses three dates from five menus. When the meals are done and dusted, which lucky lady will he want to see again? S6 Ep17 (1 hour)
- 4:50pm New: Dress To Impress: Flight attendant Iyren is hoping to find his dream man. Which of the three single men shopping for him will impress him enough to win a date? S2 Ep14 (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 6:00pm New: Dress To Impress: Connor, otherwise known to many as Mr Wigan, is hoping to be impressed by the style choices of three potential suitors in Manchester. S2 Ep15 (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Family Guy: Don't Be a Dickens at Christmas: Christmas edition. When Peter loses his Christmas spirit, he is visited by the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future. S16 Ep9 (30 minutes)
- 9:30pm Family Guy: Jesus, Mary and Joseph!: Animated US comedy. It's Christmas time again and Peter tells his own version of the Nativity with the usual characters taking roles in the Nativity play. S11 Ep9 (30 minutes)
- 11:05pm Family Guy: Hot Pocket-Dial: US animated comedy. Peter is overcome with jealousy when he overhears Quagmire declaring his love for Lois. Can Lois get them to reconcile before it is too late? S14 Ep7 (25 minutes)
- 11:30pm American Dad!: Minstrel Krampus: Animated series. When Steve starts acting like a spoiled brat at Christmas, Stan liberates Minstrel Krampus, a demon who punishes naughty children at Christmas. S10 Ep8 (30 minutes)
BBC FOUR (9)
- 12:00am Peaky Blinders: 4, 6. Period crime drama. Tommy and Tatiana play a personal and dangerous game to acquire information from one another. Contains strong language and some violent scenes. Also in HD. (55 minutes)
- 12:55am Peaky Blinders: 5, 6. Tommy realises that he is being seriously outmanoeuvred. Contains strong language, sexual content and some upsetting scenes. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 1:55am Peaky Blinders: 6, 6. Tommy prepares to commit the most audacious crime of his career. Contains strong language and some violent scenes. Also in HD. (1 hour)
ITV3 (10)
- 7:50am Heartbeat: Rustlers and Hustlers: Two small girls provide crucial information when they stumble across a scam whilst playing on the moors. Peggy's poker-playing forces Blaketon to take action. S14 Ep21 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 10:40am Agatha Christie's Marple: The Blue Geranium: Did a woman really die of shock when the geranium in her wallpaper turned blue, and can Miss Marple stop a trial before the wrong person is found guilty of murder? S5 Ep3 (2 hours)
- 12:40pm Heartbeat: Duty of Care: A young boy is shot at the Hall and Lord Ashfordly comes under investigation for employing child labour - but Bellamy discovers that the truth is rather more complex. S14 Ep22 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 3:55pm Agatha Christie's Marple: Greenshaw's Folly: Miss Marple helps a friend seek refuge at Greenshaw's Folly. But a shadow soon begins to fall over the various inhabitants living there. S6 Ep2 (2 hours)
- 5:55pm Heartbeat: Duty of Care: A young boy is shot at the Hall and Lord Ashfordly comes under investigation for employing child labour - but Bellamy discovers that the truth is rather more complex. S14 Ep22 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 8:00pm Vera: Protected: Detective drama series. Vera unearths a 30-year-old mystery when the son of a prominent local family is found brutally murdered on the sands of a seaside resort. S4 Ep2 (2 hours)
- 10:00pm Vera: The Deer Hunters: Detective drama series. When a suspected poacher is found dead from a gunshot wound, Vera must unearth the truth behind his return to the Northumberland moors. S4 Ep3 (2 hours 5 minutes)
Pick (11)
- 12:00am Brit Cops: Rapid Response: Action-packed documentary following rapid response officers, the fastest cops in Britain, as they crack down on crime. Time is of the essence! (S3, ep 5) (1 hour)
- 2:00am Ultimate Road Wars: This two-part special skids onto screens to celebrate Road Wars' best bits, from rubber-burning pursuits and dangerous drug raids to explosive kerbside arrests. (S8, ep 1) (1 hour)
- 8:00am Border Security: Canada's...: ...Front Line. An accidental detour leads two Canadians to a dead-end, and an ornate frame holds more than just a picture. Plus, a man is suspected of money laundering. (S2, ep 10) (30 minutes)
- 8:30am Border Security: Canada's...: ...Front Line. While an American traveller has trouble recalling his hazy past, bad decisions may keep a rugby player off the pitch. A bag is found in a restricted area, too. (S2, ep 11) (30 minutes)
- 3:00pm Nothing To Declare: Cameras join officers from Australia's airports, harbours and mail services as they protect the nation from drug-smugglers, illegal products and unusual creepy-crawlies. (S7, ep 5) (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Nothing To Declare: The fly-on-the-wall documentary joins the men and women who enforce Australia's customs, quarantine and immigration laws at the nation's airports and harbours. (S7, ep 6) (30 minutes)
- 5:00pm Children's Hospital: Series two of the emotionally-charged documentary following staff at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. (S2, ep 4) (30 minutes)
- 5:30pm Children's Hospital: Series two of the emotionally-charged documentary following staff at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. (S2, ep 5) (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm Elementary: An Unnatural Arrangement: Holmes probes Captain Gregson's private life following an invasion of his home by a masked gunman. Mad Men's Talia Balsam guest stars. (S2, ep 6) (1 hour)
E4 (13)
- 12:05am First Dates: Ex-cruise ship worker Dale is ready to start looking for love again, five years after his partner passed away. Meanwhile, Fred lets Cici off work early to go on a date of her own. (S8 Ep13) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 1:10am Gogglebox: What do Britain's sharpest critics think of All Star Musicals, Mary Berry's Quick Cooking, Harry's Heroes: The Full English, The Great Celebrity Bake Off for SU2C, and The Bay? (S13 Ep5) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 4:05am The Big Bang Theory: The Scavenger Vortex: Raj organises an epic and demanding scavenger hunt for the group of friends, designed to test their scientific knowledge and common sense. (S7 Ep3, 24) (25 minutes)
- 4:30am The Big Bang Theory: The Raiders Minimization: Amy ruins one of Sheldon's favourite films by pointing out a flaw in the storyline. Raj and Stuart decide to create online dating profiles. (S7 Ep4, 24) (25 minutes)
- 6:00am Hollyoaks: James and Liam discuss what skills they can bring to their new business venture. Scott and Mitchell get the opportunity to be a proper couple at the Christmas markets. (30 minutes)
- 6:30am Hollyoaks: Mitchell prepares to tell his family about Scott. Sienna is desperate to know whether Christmas will fulfil her wishes, while Jack wants to whisk Breda away on holiday. (30 minutes)
- 8:00am How I Met Your Mother: The Poker Game: Robin wins James's ring during a poker game but refuses to give it back, angering Barney's mother Loretta. Ted and Marshall fall out about wedding gifts. (S9 Ep5, 24) (30 minutes)
- 8:30am How I Met Your Mother: Knight Vision: Ted finds himself with three prospects to be his date for the wedding weekend, but he chooses poorly about which of the women to spend time with. (S9 Ep6, 24) (30 minutes)
- 10:00am The Big Bang Theory: The Workplace Proximity: Amy tells Sheldon she's been asked to work on a project at his university, but the guys insist that this will be bad for their relationship. (S7 Ep5, 24) (30 minutes)
- 10:30am The Big Bang Theory: The Romance Resonance: Sheldon is mortified when he stumbles upon an important scientific breakthrough by accident. Howard makes a romantic gesture to Bernadette. (S7 Ep6, 24) (30 minutes)
- 11:00am The Goldbergs: I Coulda Been a Lawyer: Beverly decides the street where the family lives needs another stop sign, and Barry realises he's neglected his college applications. (S6 Ep13) (30 minutes)
- 11:30am The Goldbergs: Major League'd: Adam is terrified when he and his friends are recruited to the school baseball team. Geoff's father interferes in his relationship with Erica. (S6 Ep14) (30 minutes)
- 12:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: The Cruise: Peralta and Santiago set off on their first real holiday together. Gina and Jeffords help Captain Holt to survive a visit from his sister Debbie. (S3 Ep13, 23) (30 minutes)
- 12:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Karen Peralta: On his birthday, Peralta takes Santiago to meet his mother. Diaz and Boyle struggle to deal with a new mandate on body cams during a stakeout. (S3 Ep14, 23) (30 minutes)
- 1:00pm The Big Bang Theory: The Cooper-Hofstadter Polarization: Sheldon and Leonard are asked to give a paper at a physics conference, but Sheldon is reluctant to share the credit, so Penny tries to help. (S1 Ep9, 17) (30 minutes)
- 1:30pm The Big Bang Theory: The Loobenfeld Decay: Leonard and Sheldon each tell a lie to avoid going to see Penny on stage singing in a production of Rent, but Sheldon's lie gets out of control. (S1 Ep10, 17) (30 minutes)
- 3:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Greg and Larry: The squad drop everything to intervene when they realise that Holt is in danger as the search for Pimento's hitman takes an unexpected turn. (S3 Ep23, 23) (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Coral Palms (Part 1, 3): Peralta and Holt adjust to their lives in the Witness Protection Programme while crime boss Jimmy 'The Butcher' Figgis is still at large. (S4 Ep1, 22) (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm The Goldbergs: Breakin': Adam reveals that Barry never completed his community service requirement. Erica plans for her and Geoff to follow The Grateful Dead all summer. (S6 Ep23, 23) (30 minutes)
- 4:30pm The Goldbergs: The Circle of Driving: US comedy about an 11-year-old boy documenting his life in 1980s suburbia with his parents' video camera. Barry wants driving lessons. (S1 Ep1, 23) (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm The Big Bang Theory: The Codpiece Topology: Seeing Penny out on a date with another guy sends a distressed Leonard rushing back to Leslie Winkle, much to Sheldon's dismay. (S2 Ep2, 23) (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm The Big Bang Theory: The Barbarian Sublimation: Penny becomes addicted to an online game based on the world of Conan the Barbarian and begins to pester Sheldon for advice. (S2 Ep3, 23) (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Hollyoaks: It's Christmas Day and tensions are high at Darren and Mandy's, prompting a life-changing revelation. Walter's festive sermon about family warms the hearts of some. (1 hour)
- 8:30pm The Big Bang Theory: The Thespian Catalyst: Sheldon lectures at the university but worries that the students don't seem to like him. Raj fantasises about his best friend's girlfriend. (S4 Ep14, 24) (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm Rick and Morty [adult swim]: Brand new series - Edge of Tomorty: Rick Die Rickpeat: Rick and Morty encounter strange crystals that can show whoever possesses them all the possible ways in which they could die. (S4 Ep1) (30 minutes)
- 9:30pm Rick and Morty [adult swim]: Brand new series - The Old Man and the Seat: Rick is furious to find a secret toilet facility in an idyllic dimension that he's built for his own use has been invaded by an alien. (S4 Ep2) (30 minutes)
- 10:00pm Rick and Morty [adult swim]: Brand new series - One Crew Over the Crewcoo's Morty: On a treasure-seeking expedition in an alien temple, Rick and Morty discover a heist expert has already snatched the prize. (S4 Ep3) (30 minutes)
- 10:30pm Rick and Morty [adult swim]: Brand new series - Claw and Hoarder: Special Ricktim's Morty: Rick promises Morty he can get a new companion: a flying, fire-breathing dragon. Jerry meets a mysterious talking cat. (S4 Ep4) (30 minutes)
- 11:00pm Rick and Morty [adult swim]: Brand new series - Rattlestar Ricklactica: While repairing a flat tyre in outer space, Morty suffers a lethal snake bite that leads to a tricky encounter with a snake civilisation. (S4 Ep5) (35 minutes)
- 11:35pm New: Momma Named Me Sheriff...: ...(adult swim): Brand new series - Ganley Stoodman: Goodman's legs are cut off and stolen, and his search for the thief lands him in the first grade, where he's mistaken for a child. (Ep4) (15 minutes)
- 11:50pm New: Momma Named Me Sheriff...: ...(adult swim): Brand new series - Bald Boyz: Sheriff tries to cheer up Carl by finding him a cure for baldness, while Tommy feels responsible for jeopardizing an astronaut's life. (Ep5) (15 minutes)
Film4 (14)
- 2:30pm Rio 2: (2014) Animated family adventure. Hearing that other rare Spix's macaws have been found living deep in the Amazon, Blu, Jewel and their kids embark on an eventful journey to join them. (2 hours 5 minutes)
- 6:45pm X-Men: (2000) Violent superhero fantasy starring Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen. Superpowered mutants fight over whether to control or co-exist with regular humans. Also starring Hugh Jackman. (2 hours 5 minutes)
Channel 4+1 (15)
- 12:50am Rick and Morty [adult swim]: Claw and Hoarder: Special Ricktim's Morty: Rick promises Morty he can get a new companion: a flying, fire-breathing dragon. Jerry meets a mysterious talking cat. (S4 Ep4) (25 minutes)
- 1:15am Rick and Morty [adult swim]: Rattlestar Ricklactica: While repairing a flat tyre in outer space, Morty suffers a potentially lethal snake bite that leads to a tricky encounter with a snake civilisation. (S4 Ep5) (30 minutes)
- 1:45am Gogglebox: What do the armchair critics make of The Crown; I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!; Not the Robbie Williams Christmas Show; Made in Chelsea: Buenos Aires; and The Apprentice? (S14 Ep14) (55 minutes)
- 2:40am The Undateables at Christmas: A festive show featuring much loved familiar faces sharing their special plans for the most wonderful time of the year, including rock singer Dan, and massive Leeds fan Ray from London. (55 minutes)
- 3:35am George Clarke's Amazing Spaces : An airline buff bids to turn a jet cockpit into a summerhouse. And George visits a funky apartment in Tokyo that not only challenges the mind but may make residents live longer. (S7 Ep3, 8) (1 hour)
- 7:30am The King of Queens: Catching Hell: Spence has to pretend to be Doug at a work baseball event. Guest starring Lou Ferrigno (a.k.a. The Incredible Hulk). (25 minutes)
- 7:55am The King of Queens: Slippery Slope: Doug takes Carrie away for a timeshare sales skiing weekend, joined by another couple, Spence and Danny. (25 minutes)
- 8:20am The King of Queens: Buy Curious: When their neighbour passes away, Doug and Carrie face a battle with their other neighbour Lou Ferrigno to acquire his house. (25 minutes)
- 8:45am Everybody Loves Raymond: Fighting In-Laws: Debra's parents come round for Thanksgiving dinner. Debra's so pleased that they're not like Frank and Marie - or are they? (25 minutes)
- 9:10am Everybody Loves Raymond: The Sneeze: Much to Debra's annoyance, Marie mollycoddles Ray when he thinks he's coming down with something. (30 minutes)
- 9:40am Frasier: The Ring Cycle: Niles and Daphne marry on an impulse while on holiday in Reno but are forced to hide their good news when they return to Seattle. (30 minutes)
- 10:10am Frasier: Enemy at the Gate: Frasier and Niles are pitted against the owner of a local garage in a battle over principles and two dollars. Daphne leaves the Crane household for the final time. (30 minutes)
- 10:40am Frasier: Proxy Prexy: Frasier's attempts to become condominium president take a new turn when he persuades Martin to run as a 'puppet' candidate. (30 minutes)
- 1:05pm The People's Vet: Series following two of the UK's busiest charity pet hospitals: the PDSA at Kirkdale and Huyton. Beth tends to Elvis the cat, and Shadow the Staffie is rushed in with seizures. (S1 Ep1) (1 hour)
- 2:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Billy and his dad attempt to level a patio. Paul and Karen struggle to get the office conversion finished. Clive investigates a huge, creepy nest in the roof of the orangery. (S1 Ep15) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 6:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : This time crafters compete to make the best decorations. There's also some big knits for Christmas and two sweet mini makes. (S7 Ep5, 15) (1 hour)
- 7:00pm The Simpsons: Lisa the Iconoclast: Lisa finds out that Springfield's founder was a murderous pirate who tried to assassinate George Washington, and decides her fellow citizens should know the truth. (30 minutes)
- 7:30pm Hollyoaks: Scott spends time alone with Walter to better understand Mitchell's upbringing. Maxine is struggling to provide for her and Minnie, but a special invitation makes her happy. (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm New: Celebrity Flirty Dancing...: ...for Stand Up To Cancer: Loose Women presenter Coleen Nolan and Made in Chelsea star Miles Nazaire get their dancing shoes on as they go looking for love for Stand Up To Cancer. (S2 Ep7) (1 hour)
- 10:00pm New: Celebrity Gogglebox 2019: Some of the best moments from this year, featuring Martin and Roman Kemp, Rylan Clark-Neal and his mum Linda; Nick and Liv Grimshaw; and Chris Eubank Sr and his son Chris Eubank Jr. (1 hour)
More 4 (18)
- 1:00am New Amsterdam: Brand new series - The Blues: Max struggles with his treatment. Reynolds does costly surgery to determine an elusive diagnosis. Bloom must face her personal demons head-on. (S1 Ep13, 22) (1 hour)
- 3:05am Food Unwrapped: Are baked beans baked? If stinky cheese smells so bad why does it taste so good? And Matt Tebbutt gets the skinny on diet champagne. (S15 Ep9) (30 minutes)
- 8:55am Food Unwrapped: Jimmy Doherty learns the surprising truth about pizza prices. Kate Quilton discovers a potentially life-saving property of shrimp shells. Matt Tebbutt investigates salted caramel. (S16 Ep2) (35 minutes)
- 4:50pm The Secret Life of the Zoo at...: ...Christmas: The keepers at Chester Zoo are busy making gifts for the animals. But there's chaos when the chimps seek out their parcels. Plus: rhinos, ants and dwarf mongooses. (S4 Ep6, 10) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:55pm The Supervet at Christmas: In this Christmas special, Professor Noel Fitzpatrick helps a Humboldt penguin with an unhappy foot. There's also a three-legged cat and a husky from Thailand needing hip surgery. (1 hour)
- 7:55pm Escape to the Chateau: An extended four-part version of series one. Dick Strawbridge and Angel buy a fairy-tale French chateau and set about bringing the abandoned building back to life. (S1 Ep1, 4) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 10:20pm 24 Hours in A&E: Stephen has severely damaged his ankle after coming off his bike deep in the woods. Derek has had a suspected stroke. Bridget broke her wrist on a mountain path in Greece. (S15 Ep17) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:25pm 24 Hours in A&E: Gary, who's 50, is brought in to A&E after a garage collapsed and fell on his legs. Maggie, who's 83, has suspected sepsis. Toddler George has drunk nail varnish remover. (S14 Ep4) (1 hour 5 minutes)
Dave (19)
- 2:45am The Last Man on Earth: When the Going Gets Tough: Post-apocalyptic laughs - not words that are often paired. Gail and Todd prepare to deliver Erica's baby. Phil and Jasper make a chilling find. (25 minutes)
- 3:10am The Last Man on Earth: Nature's Horchata: Will Forte leads humanity's last hopes in the US comedy. Recognising the threat of radioactive fallout from the power plant, the gang sets sail for Mexico. (50 minutes)
- 7:10am James May's Cars of the People: James May goes off-road to explore how the 4x4 conquered the world. From Mount Fuji to the Mojave Desert, Captain Slow puts our favourite four-wheel drives to the test. (50 minutes)
- 12:00pm James May's Cars of the People: It's back to the future for James May, who asks what happened to the cutting-edge motors our forebears promised - including fanciful steam cars and ludicrous jet turbines. (1 hour)
- 2:00pm Top Gear: Jeremy, Richard and James take over a gallery in Middlesbrough in a quest to prove that cars can be more popular than art - a task that requires some unusual promotion. (1 hour)
- 5:00pm Top Gear: The Hamster takes to the track in the Lexus supercar. And will bluesman Seasick Steve turn into Carsick Steve when he becomes the latest Star in a Reasonably Priced Car? (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Red Dwarf: Entangled: Lister loses Rimmer in a game of poker, but there the good luck ends for the debt-ridden smeghead. Kryten and Cat become quantum entangled and do everything in unison. (40 minutes)
- 10:40pm Red Dwarf: Dear Dave: The long-awaited tenth series of the sci-fi comedy continues. Lister has woman trouble when he gets himself into a love triangle and learns he might be a dad. (40 minutes)
- 11:20pm Red Dwarf: The Beginning: Is this the beginning of the end for our beloved Dwarfers? Surrounded by foes, only one man can save them. Unfortunately that man is Arnold J Rimmer. Space comedy. (40 minutes)
Drama (20)
- 8:00pm Inspector George Gently: Goodbye China: Martin Shaw stars in the mystery series set in the changing world of 1960s Northumberland. Gently and Bacchus investigate the death of Gently's ex-snout, China. (2 hours)
- 10:00pm Silent Witness: One of Our Own: Feature-length forensics mystery for Dr Nikki Alexander and team in the long-running crime drama. The body of a police officer is found in his burnt-out car. (2 hours 10 minutes)
5 USA (21)
- 12:50am CSI: Miami: Bloodline: Crime drama series based on the work of forensic investigators. A call-girl's 'date' is scalped after being drugged in a hotel room. (S5 Ep 19) (55 minutes)
- 1:05pm CSI: Miami: Bolt Action: Crime drama series. The CSIs search for an inventive murderer when three fit, young beach volleyball players drop dead during a charity game (3, 25). (55 minutes)
- 4:00pm Murder She Wrote: Murder mystery series. After Beverly Gareth is electrocuted in her bath, Cabot Cove is flooded with poison pen letters. Jessica hosts a visiting travel writer. (S2 Ep 10) (1 hour)
- 5:00pm Murder She Wrote: Murder mystery series. Jessica unearths a suspicious death in the desert during an excavation of a Native American site where gold is discovered. (S2 Ep 11) (1 hour)
ITV4 (24)
- 12:10am Tremors: Monster movie starring Kevin Bacon, 1990. A small US town is terrorised by strange subterranean creatures who are killing the town's residents one by one. (50 minutes)
- 2:00am Minder: Three Cons Make a Mountain: Arthur keeps acquiring items that won't do his reputation any good. How can he offload them without the rest of the manor finding out he's been conned? S8 Ep4 (1 hour)
- 9:20am Minder: Three Cons Make a Mountain: Arthur keeps acquiring items that won't do his reputation any good. How can he offload them without the rest of the manor finding out he's been conned? S8 Ep4 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:25am The Professionals: The Ojuka Situation: Bodie and Doyle are assigned to protect the former head of an African state whose life has been threatened. S4 Ep13 (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 3:45pm Minder: Guess Who's Coming to Pinner: While attending Charlie Johnson's funeral, Arthur receives a couple of interesting propositions - including one from Charlie's widow. S8 Ep5 (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 4:55pm The Professionals: Lawson's Last Stand: Drama series about two criminal intelligence agents. The duo must find a lieutenant colonel in possession of valuable NATO secrets who has vanished. S5 Ep1 (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Made in Britain at Christmas: A look at a Welsh factory creating tinsel, a team hand-rolling Christmas crackers, how Christmas puddings are made to last and how advent calendars are made. S1 Ep11 (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Rocky: Oscar-winning boxing drama starring Sylvester Stallone and Talia Shire, 1976. A small-time boxer gets a chance at glory when he is challenged by heavyweight champion Apollo Creed. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 10:10pm Rocky: Oscar-winning boxing drama starring Sylvester Stallone and Talia Shire, 1976. A small-time boxer gets a chance at glory when he is challenged by heavyweight champion Apollo Creed. (1 hour 20 minutes)
Yesterday (25)
- 6:00am Deadliest Crash: Disaster at Le Mans: The worst disaster in motor racing history occurred at the 1955 24 Hours of Le Mans, in which French driver Pierre Levegh and 83 spectators died. This film recounts the fateful day. (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 12:00pm Impossible Railways: Full Throttle: Engineering breakthroughs that allow trains to go faster than ever, including technology that allows the navigation of the winding mountains of Spain at speed. (1 hour)
- 2:00pm Attenborough's Natural Curiosities: Impossible Feats: David Attenborough examines creatures that have baffled us for centuries. This episode looks at how fleas jump and tracks the true speed of a cheetah. (30 minutes)
- 2:30pm Attenborough's Natural Curiosities: Curious Minds: David Attenborough examines creatures that have baffled us for centuries. This episode looks at two animals that use tools, orangutans and crows. (30 minutes)
- 3:00pm Life In The Undergrowth: Supersocieties: David Attenborough explores the fascinating world of the invertebrates. A look at life in an African termite mound, and a vast and complex bumblebee colony. (1 hour)
- 4:00pm Impossible Engineering: The Panama Canal Redevelopment: Opened in 2016, the Panama Canal expansion was an engineering project on a colossal scale. Hear how history's pioneers shaped this modern-day feat. (1 hour)
- 7:00pm Impossible Railways: The Sky's the Limit: Engineering that has overcome some of the greatest mountain ranges to create innovative railways, including a tunnel in the Swiss Alps and a zig-zag railway in Ecuador. (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Churchill's Secret Son: The story of Tipperary-born businessman and Conservative cabinet minister Brendan Bracken, who became Winston Churchill's right-hand man during the years of the Second World War. (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Narrow Escapes of World War II: Breakout Through Hell's Gate: Hear how Leon Degrelle and a motley crew of Finns, Estonians and Belgians held off the three million-strong Russian army, enabling 56,000 men to escape. (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Impossible Engineering: The Panama Canal Redevelopment: Opened in 2016, the Panama Canal expansion was an engineering project on a colossal scale. Hear how history's pioneers shaped this modern-day feat. (1 hour)
ITVBe (26)
- 6:00am Be Beautiful: Danielle Armstrong: Make-up tutorial. Make-up artist Lyndsey Harrison shows TOWIE star Danielle Armstrong how to create a fun and flowery festival look. S2 Ep1 (10 minutes)
- 12:00pm Be Tasty: Nisha Katona and Samantha Faiers - Gin and Tonic Trout: Cookery series. Restaurateur Nisha Katona and Mummy Diaries star Samantha Faiers show how to make gin and tonic trout. (10 minutes)
- 3:05pm Celebrity Dinner Date: Jasmin Walia: Celebrity edition of the culinary dating show. Reality TV star and singer Jasmin Walia chooses three dates from five menus, but who will she want to see for seconds? S7 Ep4 (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Christmas Dinner Date: Scott: Culinary dating show. Scott chooses three people to date based on the menus he most likes the look of. Will he find love? S8 Ep26 (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Botched: Knuckles and Knockers: Reality series. Dr Dubrow tries to separate a uniboob, Dr Nassif tries to fix a former boxer's nose and the doctors deliver some unexpected news to an actress. S2 Ep8 (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Botched: The Pec Whisperer: Human Ken doll Justin Jedlica helps Dr Dubrow pump up a pec-less body builder and a former Miss India hopes Dr Nassif can perfect her pig nose. S2 Ep9 (1 hour)
ITV2 +1 (27)
- 12:05am Family Guy: Peter's Sister: US animated comedy. Peter's estranged sister Karen arrives in Quahog for Thanksgiving, but Peter's friends soon recognise her as a pro wrestler named Heavy Flo. S14 Ep6 (25 minutes)
- 12:30am American Dad!: Season's Beatings: Animated comedy series. When Stan and Roger star in a Christmas play, their bad behaviour leads to disaster. Meanwhile, Hayley and Jeff adopt a possessed child. S8 Ep7 (30 minutes)
- 1:00am American Dad!: Stan Smith Is Keanu Reeves as Stanny Utah in Point Breakers: Animated series. Stan tries to bring down a gang of renegade surfers. Steve befriends a homeless drifter. S12 Ep5 (30 minutes)
- 1:30am The Cleveland Show: A Cleveland Brown Christmas: Animation. Cleveland reveals the truth about Rallo's father after having too much to drink at the office party. Meanwhile, Roberta becomes an activist. S1 Ep9 (25 minutes)
- 9:00am Emmerdale: Aaron sinks into despair. Liv suffers another seizure. Nate readies himself for a fight. (30 minutes)
- 9:30am Emmerdale: Kim's actions leave everyone shocked. Liv is in peril. Tracy's apology backfires. (30 minutes)
- 11:20am Dress To Impress: Personal stylist Zoe is on the look for love. Three single people hope to win her affections with their style choices. S2 Ep12 (55 minutes)
- 12:15pm Dress To Impress: Three single guys seek stylish outfits hoping to win a date with Vicky from Leicester. Who will impress her the most? S2 Ep13 (1 hour)
- 1:15pm Emmerdale: Aaron sinks into despair. Liv suffers another seizure. Nate readies himself for a fight. (30 minutes)
- 1:45pm Emmerdale: Kim's actions leave everyone shocked. Liv is in peril. Tracy's apology backfires. (30 minutes)
- 4:50pm Dinner Date: Luke: Culinary dating series. Luke from Birmingham chooses three dates from five menus. When the meals are done and dusted, which lucky lady will he want to see again? S6 Ep17 (1 hour)
- 5:50pm New: Dress To Impress: Flight attendant Iyren is hoping to find his dream man. Which of the three single men shopping for him will impress him enough to win a date? S2 Ep14 (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 7:00pm New: Dress To Impress: Connor, otherwise known to many as Mr Wigan, is hoping to be impressed by the style choices of three potential suitors in Manchester. S2 Ep15 (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Family Guy: Don't Be a Dickens at Christmas: Christmas edition. When Peter loses his Christmas spirit, he is visited by the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future. S16 Ep9 (30 minutes)
- 10:30pm Family Guy: Jesus, Mary and Joseph!: Animated US comedy. It's Christmas time again and Peter tells his own version of the Nativity with the usual characters taking roles in the Nativity play. S11 Ep9 (30 minutes)
5STAR (30)
- 12:55am Wentworth Prison: Graphic drama series set in a Melbourne women's prison. Jake unearths a damning piece of evidence in the quest for the killer. Boomer spends day release with her mother. (S7 Ep 6) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 2:00am Wentworth Prison: Graphic drama series set in a Melbourne women's prison. With Ruby at death's door, a desperate Rita needs help to make it to her sister's bedside. (S7 Ep 7) (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 3:10am Rich Kids Go Skint: Observational series following rich kids who move in with families struggling to make ends meet. (S3 Ep 6) (50 minutes)
- 3:00pm Neighbours: Amy is angry with Kyle and Leo for not telling her about Jimmy's problems. Paul and Terese visit Robert in prison, who exacts a high price in exchange for becoming David's donor. (35 minutes)
- 6:30pm Neighbours: Amy is angry with Kyle and Leo for not telling her about Jimmy's problems. Paul and Terese visit Robert in prison, who exacts a high price in exchange for becoming David's donor. (30 minutes)
5Spike (31)
- 9:00am The A-Team: Classic action adventure series. Hannibal and his team must rescue a Texan heiress from an arranged marriage with her father's murderer. (S1 Ep 12) (1 hour)
- 10:00am The A-Team: Classic action adventure series. Hannibal and the team try to rescue passengers from a hijacked 747 aeroplane, but BA is afraid of flying. (S1 Ep 13) (1 hour)
- 5:00pm The A-Team: Classic action adventure series. The team discover that a group of itinerant workers in a small town are being exploited by a malignant landowner. (S2 Ep 8) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm The A-Team: Another adventure for the friendly mercenaries. Hannibal Smith and the team take to the sea to help some fishermen being victimised by lobster mobsters. (S2 Ep 9) (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Gangs & Guns: Caught On Camera: A one-off special of the documentary series presented by Nick Wallis. This episode focuses on the streets of London as criminal acts are caught on the city's CCTV cameras. (S2 Ep 1) (1 hour)
ITV +1 (33)
- 12:45am Bancroft: Bancroft plans and executes a massive sting operation against Athif Kamara, but all doesn't go smoothly. S1 Ep4 (55 minutes)
- 8:00pm Emmerdale: Tracy opens up to Vanessa. Aaron looks for a distraction. Sam gets an idea. (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm Coronation Street: Robert's court hearing is delayed when new information comes to light. Gary gets wind of Derek's plot to sell the factory. Roy attempts to make peace with Nina. (1 hour)
- 9:30pm New: Coronation Street at...: ...Christmas. A festive trip down memory lane to celebrate almost six decades of Christmas on Corrie, including the stories that have entertained millions over the season. (1 hour)
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- 9:00pm Vera: Protected: Detective drama series. Vera unearths a 30-year-old mystery when the son of a prominent local family is found brutally murdered on the sands of a seaside resort. S4 Ep2 (2 hours)
- 11:00pm Vera: The Deer Hunters: Detective drama series. When a suspected poacher is found dead from a gunshot wound, Vera must unearth the truth behind his return to the Northumberland moors. S4 Ep3 (1 hour)
Channel 5+1 (44)
- 4:10am NCIS: New Orleans: American crime drama series. Pride has a personal connection to a murder victim who was targeted while a huge power cut enveloped the city. (S2 Ep 9) (50 minutes)
- 1:50pm Neighbours: Amy is angry with Kyle and Leo for not telling her about Jimmy's problems. Paul and Terese visit Robert in prison, who exacts a high price in exchange for becoming David's donor. (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Neighbours: Amy is angry with Kyle and Leo for not telling her about Jimmy's problems. Paul and Terese visit Robert in prison, who exacts a high price in exchange for becoming David's donor. (30 minutes)
Challenge (46)
- 10:00am Bruce's Price Is Right: Bruce Forsyth hosts the game show in which contestants come on down to win prizes by correctly guessing the prices of various goods. (30 minutes)
- 10:30am Bruce's Price Is Right: Bruce Forsyth hosts the game show in which contestants come on down to win prizes by correctly guessing the prices of various goods. (30 minutes)
- 11:00am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 11:30am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 12:00pm Wheel of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. Contestants spin the wheel to determine how many points are up for grabs. (30 minutes)
- 12:30pm Wheel of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. Contestants spin the wheel to determine how many points are up for grabs. (30 minutes)
- 1:00pm Wheel Of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. (S6, ep 5) (30 minutes)
- 1:30pm Wheel Of Fortune: Nicky Campbell hosts the word puzzle game show with glamorous assistant Carol Smillie. (S6, ep 6) (30 minutes)
- 2:30pm Family Fortunes: Two families play against each other in the big money survey-based gameshow presented by Les Dennis. (S14, ep 18) (30 minutes)
- 3:00pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
- 4:30pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
- 11:00pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
- 11:30pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
4seven (47)
- 12:10am Holidays from Hell: Caught on...: ...Camera: From sunbed dashes and ski crashes to Brits behaving badly and locals behaving madly, jaw-dropping real-life footage reveals how holidays can turn into a nightmare. (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 1:20am Jamie's Easy Christmas Countdown: Jamie Oliver offers a stress-free guide to festive feasting with his foolproof masterplan for turkey, stuffing and roast spuds, groovy veggie sides and, of course, fantastic gravy. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 2:25am Old People's Home for 4 Year...: ...Olds at Christmas: Isolation is a big issue at Christmas. This programme reunites pensioners with their young friends as they prepare together for a Christmas carol concert. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 3:30am Food Unwrapped: Cracking...: ...Christmas Guide: From novel turkey cooking methods to affordable fizz, this special show reveals everything you need to know to feed your family and friends better, cheaper and faster. (55 minutes)
- 4:25am Frasier: War of the Words: Frasier's son wins a spelling bee, but there's trouble when the runner-up's parents find out that Frasier was mouthing the letters of the words. (30 minutes)
- 12:00pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Dick and Donna's search for the armour in the lake continues. Tim and Krys struggle to convert the attic before guests arrive. Dick and his mother-in-law attempt to make salami. (S1 Ep10) (1 hour)
- 3:00pm Everybody Loves Raymond: The Wallpaper: Ray finally snaps when Marie drives her car into his house, and Debra is forced to act as peacemaker. (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Everybody Loves Raymond: Meant to Be: Torn between his girlfriend Amy, ex-wife Joanne and Italian bombshell Stefania, Robert foolishly decides to tell Amy that he met up with Joanne. (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm Frasier: Deathtrap: Frasier and Niles make a return trip to their childhood home and reminisce about when they thought there had been a murder. (30 minutes)
- 4:30pm Frasier: The Love You Fake: Frasier and his neighbour Cam attempt to put an end to their feud because of their parents' supposed love affair. (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : This time crafters compete to make the best decorations. There's also some big knits for Christmas and two sweet mini makes. (S7 Ep5, 15) (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Food Unwrapped: Cracking...: ...Christmas Guide: From novel turkey cooking methods to affordable fizz, this special show reveals everything you need to know to feed your family and friends better, cheaper and faster. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm 24 Hours in A&E: Lucy is rushed in after a severe seizure. Simon comes to A&E with severe neck pain. Two-year-old Sophie is in paediatrics after being sprayed in the face with a cleaning product. (S19 Ep5) (1 hour)
- 10:00pm The Undateables at Christmas: A festive show featuring much loved familiar faces sharing their special plans for the most wonderful time of the year, including rock singer Dan, and massive Leeds fan Ray from London. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:05pm Celebrity Gogglebox 2019: Some of the best moments from this year, featuring Martin and Roman Kemp, Rylan Clark-Neal and his mum Linda; Nick and Liv Grimshaw; and Chris Eubank Sr and his son Chris Eubank Jr. (1 hour 5 minutes)
Paramount Network (54)
- 5:00am Neighbours: Finn promises to spend more time with Bea. Kyle's plan to get back on track with Amy is in danger of falling apart. Yashvi wants Ned back, but things go badly wrong. (30 minutes)
5SELECT (55)
- 3:00am CSI: Miami: Crime drama series. When America's sweetheart, Phoebe Nichols, bursts into flames during a concert, the CSIs expose the dark side of pop stardom. (S8 Ep 12) (1 hour)
- 2:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. The doctors treat patients who have been surprised by sudden illness and injury, including a woman who slipped between the platform and the carriage of a train. (S3 Ep 42) (1 hour)
- 3:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. John fears that his drooping eyelids may indicate a stroke. Diana complains of occasional chest pains. Rochelle is worried about her son's undescended testicle. (S3 Ep 43) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. This special revisits three memorable consultations with the elderly from the first three series, with patients telling their own stories. (S3 Ep 44) (1 hour)
- 7:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. This special revisits three memorable consultations with the elderly from the first three series, with patients telling their own stories. (S3 Ep 44) (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Coast to Coast: Hands-on history travelogue with Tony Robinson. In the Lake District, Tony discovers the origins of the scotch egg, before heading to England's most remote youth hostel. (S1 Ep 1) (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Inside Kensington Palace: Documentary revealing the inside story of the royal palace. (1 hour)
Dave ja vu (79)
- 3:45am The Last Man on Earth: When the Going Gets Tough: Post-apocalyptic laughs - not words that are often paired. Gail and Todd prepare to deliver Erica's baby. Phil and Jasper make a chilling find. (25 minutes)
- 4:10am The Last Man on Earth: Nature's Horchata: Will Forte leads humanity's last hopes in the US comedy. Recognising the threat of radioactive fallout from the power plant, the gang sets sail for Mexico. (50 minutes)
- 8:10am James May's Cars of the People: James May goes off-road to explore how the 4x4 conquered the world. From Mount Fuji to the Mojave Desert, Captain Slow puts our favourite four-wheel drives to the test. (50 minutes)
- 1:00pm James May's Cars of the People: It's back to the future for James May, who asks what happened to the cutting-edge motors our forebears promised - including fanciful steam cars and ludicrous jet turbines. (1 hour)
- 3:00pm Top Gear: Jeremy, Richard and James take over a gallery in Middlesbrough in a quest to prove that cars can be more popular than art - a task that requires some unusual promotion. (1 hour)
- 6:00pm Top Gear: The Hamster takes to the track in the Lexus supercar. And will bluesman Seasick Steve turn into Carsick Steve when he becomes the latest Star in a Reasonably Priced Car? (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Red Dwarf: Entangled: Lister loses Rimmer in a game of poker, but there the good luck ends for the debt-ridden smeghead. Kryten and Cat become quantum entangled and do everything in unison. (40 minutes)
- 11:40pm Red Dwarf: Dear Dave: The long-awaited tenth series of the sci-fi comedy continues. Lister has woman trouble when he gets himself into a love triangle and learns he might be a dad. (40 minutes)
BBC ONE HD (101)
- 10:00am Homes Under the Hammer: 20, 80. Dion casts his eye over a terraced house in Halifax and a Wolverhampton semi. Martin is in Ashford, Kent, to see a former chemist shop. (1 hour)
- 11:00am Island Medics: 10, 10. Occupational therapist Marc Beswick returns to long-term patient Summer, a four-year-old with a condition that means it's hard for her to move her arms and legs. (45 minutes)
- 12:15pm Bargain Hunt: Charlie Ross learns about a royal Christmas gift sent to troops during WWII. Charles Hanson and David Harper guide the teams as they shop at Wetherby Racecourse. (45 minutes)
- 1:45pm Doctors: 32, 196. Jimmi realises he is facing a long stint in prison when his bail is revoked. Daniel gets to the bottom of Bear's ambivalence towards Jimmi. (30 minutes)
- 2:15pm Father Brown: 1, 10. Period drama series. Father Brown attempts to overturn a miscarriage of justice while rehearsing for the Kembleford Christmas pantomime. (45 minutes)
- 3:00pm Escape to the Country: 17, 70. Jules Hudson heads to West Sussex to help a couple on a budget of £700,000 find their first shared home together. (45 minutes)
- 3:45pm Garden Rescue: 21, 30. Charlie, Harry and David draw inspiration from a Marrakesh Rhiad to bring the exotic to Andy and Danielle's garden in sunny Teignmouth. (45 minutes)
- 8:00pm Still Open All Hours: 6, 7. Granville takes delivery of a bargain consignment from Spain. Eric and Cyril fall out over a lost compass, and Mr Newbold gets soaked on a boat trip with Mrs Rossi. (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm EastEnders: Ben is faced with an impossible decision, Kat hatches a plan to protect her family, and Martin takes a huge risk that threatens his future. (30 minutes)
- 11:25pm Fleabag: 4, 6. After a day spent looking back on painful memories, Fleabag turns to the priest for solace, but finds only more trouble. Contains strong language. (30 minutes)
BBC TWO HD (102)
- 12:20am Rick Stein's Secret France: 5, 6. Rick continues on to the sunnier climes of the Mediterranean, where he explores the French-Catalan legacy of Roussilon on the foothills of the Pyrenees next to the Spanish border. (1 hour)
- 1:20am Home Is Where the Art Is: Nick Knowles challenges three talented artists to create beautiful artworks for people they've never met. (45 minutes)
- 8:00am Love in the Countryside: 5, 6. Sara Cox heads to Somerset to give equine dentist Victoria a leg up the love ladder. (1 hour)
- 1:30pm The Best Christmas Food Ever: Paul Ainsworth and Catherine Fulvio are joined by actor Nina Wadia as they share culinary secrets, perfect for creating delicious festive flavours for Christmas. (45 minutes)
- 5:15pm The Hairy Bikers Home for...: ...Christmas. 11, 11. The Hairy Bikers create mouthwatering festive dishes and get into the spirit of the season with special guest Aled Jones. (45 minutes)
- 7:00pm Mountain Vets: 5, 6. The vets care for animals with all kinds of value - from high worth racehorses to pedigree bulls and irreplaceable family pets. (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Masterchef: The Professionals...: ...Rematch 2018. In this one-off special, five finalists return to the kitchen to show the judges how much their food has evolved. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm A Merry Tudor Christmas with...: ...Lucy Worsley. Lucy recreates festivities from Henry VIII's era: costumes, customs, food and festive fun. (1 hour)
- 11:10pm Marianne and Leonard: Words of...: ...Love. The beautiful yet tragic love story between Leonard Cohen and his muse Marianne Ihlen. Contains some strong language. (1 hour 40 minutes)
ITV HD (103)
- 7:00pm Emmerdale: Tracy opens up to Vanessa. Aaron looks for a distraction. Sam gets an idea. (30 minutes)
- 7:30pm Coronation Street: Robert's court hearing is delayed when new information comes to light. Gary gets wind of Derek's plot to sell the factory. Roy attempts to make peace with Nina. (1 hour)
- 8:30pm New: Coronation Street at Christmas: A festive trip down memory lane to celebrate almost six decades of Christmas on Corrie, including the stories that have entertained millions over the season. (1 hour)
- 11:15pm Bradley Walsh's Late Night Guest List: Bradley Walsh's Late Night Guest List will see Bradley raise a glass as he's joined by a host of A-List stars for some fun games. (1 hour)
Channel 4 HD (104)
- 12:15am Rick and Morty [adult swim]: Rattlestar Ricklactica: While repairing a flat tyre in outer space, Morty suffers a potentially lethal snake bite that leads to a tricky encounter with a snake civilisation. (S4 Ep5) (30 minutes)
- 12:45am Gogglebox: What do the armchair critics make of The Crown; I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!; Not the Robbie Williams Christmas Show; Made in Chelsea: Buenos Aires; and The Apprentice? (S14 Ep14) (55 minutes)
- 1:40am The Undateables at Christmas: A festive show featuring much loved familiar faces sharing their special plans for the most wonderful time of the year, including rock singer Dan, and massive Leeds fan Ray from London. (55 minutes)
- 2:35am George Clarke's Amazing Spaces : An airline buff bids to turn a jet cockpit into a summerhouse. And George visits a funky apartment in Tokyo that not only challenges the mind but may make residents live longer. (S7 Ep3, 8) (1 hour)
- 6:30am The King of Queens: Catching Hell: Spence has to pretend to be Doug at a work baseball event. Guest starring Lou Ferrigno (a.k.a. The Incredible Hulk). (25 minutes)
- 6:55am The King of Queens: Slippery Slope: Doug takes Carrie away for a timeshare sales skiing weekend, joined by another couple, Spence and Danny. (25 minutes)
- 7:20am The King of Queens: Buy Curious: When their neighbour passes away, Doug and Carrie face a battle with their other neighbour Lou Ferrigno to acquire his house. (25 minutes)
- 7:45am Everybody Loves Raymond: Fighting In-Laws: Debra's parents come round for Thanksgiving dinner. Debra's so pleased that they're not like Frank and Marie - or are they? (25 minutes)
- 8:10am Everybody Loves Raymond: The Sneeze: Much to Debra's annoyance, Marie mollycoddles Ray when he thinks he's coming down with something. (30 minutes)
- 8:40am Frasier: The Ring Cycle: Niles and Daphne marry on an impulse while on holiday in Reno but are forced to hide their good news when they return to Seattle. (30 minutes)
- 9:10am Frasier: Enemy at the Gate: Frasier and Niles are pitted against the owner of a local garage in a battle over principles and two dollars. Daphne leaves the Crane household for the final time. (30 minutes)
- 9:40am Frasier: Proxy Prexy: Frasier's attempts to become condominium president take a new turn when he persuades Martin to run as a 'puppet' candidate. (30 minutes)
- 12:05pm The People's Vet: Series following two of the UK's busiest charity pet hospitals: the PDSA at Kirkdale and Huyton. Beth tends to Elvis the cat, and Shadow the Staffie is rushed in with seizures. (S1 Ep1) (1 hour)
- 1:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Billy and his dad attempt to level a patio. Paul and Karen struggle to get the office conversion finished. Clive investigates a huge, creepy nest in the roof of the orangery. (S1 Ep15) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : This time crafters compete to make the best decorations. There's also some big knits for Christmas and two sweet mini makes. (S7 Ep5, 15) (1 hour)
- 6:00pm The Simpsons: Lisa the Iconoclast: Lisa finds out that Springfield's founder was a murderous pirate who tried to assassinate George Washington, and decides her fellow citizens should know the truth. (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm Hollyoaks: Scott spends time alone with Walter to better understand Mitchell's upbringing. Maxine is struggling to provide for her and Minnie, but a special invitation makes her happy. (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm New: Celebrity Flirty Dancing...: ...for Stand Up To Cancer: Loose Women presenter Coleen Nolan and Made in Chelsea star Miles Nazaire get their dancing shoes on as they go looking for love for Stand Up To Cancer. (S2 Ep7) (1 hour)
- 9:00pm New: Celebrity Gogglebox 2019: Some of the best moments from this year, featuring Martin and Roman Kemp, Rylan Clark-Neal and his mum Linda; Nick and Liv Grimshaw; and Chris Eubank Sr and his son Chris Eubank Jr. (1 hour)
Channel 5 HD (105)
- 3:10am NCIS: New Orleans: American crime drama series. Pride has a personal connection to a murder victim who was targeted while a huge power cut enveloped the city. (S2 Ep 9) (50 minutes)
- 4:00am NCIS: New Orleans: After three people are killed in a diner a clue leads LaSalle to suspect a killer who escaped justice when Hurricane Katrina washed the evidence away. (S2 Ep 10) (45 minutes)
- 4:45am NCIS: New Orleans: Drama series. The team's search for the killer of a Navy Commander's wife leads them to Wade's adopted son, Danny. (S2 Ep 11) (50 minutes)
- 12:50pm Neighbours: Amy is angry with Kyle and Leo for not telling her about Jimmy's problems. Paul and Terese visit Robert in prison, who exacts a high price in exchange for becoming David's donor. (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm Neighbours: Amy is angry with Kyle and Leo for not telling her about Jimmy's problems. Paul and Terese visit Robert in prison, who exacts a high price in exchange for becoming David's donor. (30 minutes)
CBBC (201)
- 7:25am Danger Mouse: The Good, the Baaaaa and the Ugly. Animated series. When Danger Mouse and Penfold are sent on a mission to a mysterious island, Danger Mouse's competitiveness borders on criminal. (10 minutes)
- 8:00am Odd Squad: O Is Not for Over - Part One. The Odd Squad investigate strange events. Olive and Otto face their biggest challenge yet. (10 minutes)
- 10:15am Our School: Partners in Crime. There has been a crime at Our School, and it's up to Jack to help find out who did it. (20 minutes)
- 10:35am New: Our School: Our Scary Movie. Year 8 get the chance to turn their very own ghost story into a spooky movie. (20 minutes)
- 2:00pm The Dumping Ground: I'm Sasha. Dumping Ground characters gather to watch videos made by Ashdene Ridge residents about their lives there. This time it is Sasha's turn. (15 minutes)
- 4:05pm Odd Squad: Flawed Squad. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. The villains team up to break into Odd Squad headquarters. (15 minutes)
- 8:30pm So Awkward: Loyalty Points. Comedy series. Lily and Jas fake a falling-out to get Rob and Sid to stop arguing, while Ollie and Martha train Mr Malone to be a better teacher. (30 minutes)
CBeebies (202)
- 6:35am Twirlywoos: Louder and Louder. Stop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos. The Twirlywoos find out how to make loud noises when they play on a drum kit. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:05am Bing: Dandelion. Children's animation. After blowing the seeds off some dandelions, Bing decides to take one to Sula. Bing negotiates many windy hazards to keep the dandelion safe. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 7:10am Bing: Voosh! Children's animation. Bing is vooshing with Hoppity around the garden, making him fly higher and higher. With one particularly enthusiastic throw, Hoppity disappears. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:35am Bitz & Bob: Tower Top Princess Party. Animated preschool series. Purl and Bitz have planned the best party ever, but Bob and Bevel didn't get their invitation! Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:45am Peter Rabbit: The Tale of the Uninvited Badger. Animated series. Tommy Brock shelters by the fire inside the Bouncer's Burrow. Peter and his friends must find a way to get the grumpy badger out. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 8:10am Octonauts: Octonauts and the Convict Fish. The Octonauts evacuate the creatures living around a reef before a large archway collapses. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 9:20am Olobob Top: Snowbobs. Preschool animated series. The Olobobs can't wait for it to snow, but those lazy snowclouds are sleeping. They create Ticky Tocky to wake up the clouds. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 9:25am Bing: Nature Explorer. Children's animation. Bing and his friends play nature explorers in Amma's garden by spinning a giant colour wheel and then finding something of that colour. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 9:30am Twirlywoos: Pulling. Stop-motion preschool series. The Twirlywoos have a tug of war with a carpenter when they pull on her tape measure. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 11:05am Pablo: Big Coat, Small Coat. Animated preschool series. When Pablo's mum says his coat is getting too small, Pablo is horrified. He draws himself small so his old coat will still fit. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 12:30pm Katie Morag: Katie Morag and the Seals Singing. Live-action children's show set in Scotland. Katie Morag and her classmates have a lesson on the beach, dressed in seal costumes. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 12:45pm Melody: Little Blue Butterfly. Mixed-media music show. Mum and Melody visit a butterfly park, and Melody listens to Rhapsody in Blue by George Gershwin, imagining a little blue butterfly. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 1:25pm Bing: Choosing. Children's animation. Bing has enough money to buy one thing in Padget's shop, but he finds it hard to choose between all the lovely things. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 1:35pm Twirlywoos: More About Getting Wet. Stop-motion preschool programme. The Twirlywoos watch as a man washes his clothes and gets very wet. Then Peekaboo gets wet back on the Big Red Boat. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 2:35pm Pablo: Tummy Talk. Animated preschool series. Pablo is making funny noises. Noa thinks he's swallowed something. They realise it's his tummy, but nobody knows what it's trying to say. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 3:00pm Andy's Prehistoric Adventures: Camptosaurus and Call. Preschool adventure series. Andy travels 150 million years back in time to track down the peculiar camptosaurus. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 4:35pm Peter Rabbit: The Tale of the Two Enemies. Animated series. Peter decides to set Mr Tod and Tommy Brock against each other and finds that breaking the food chain is harder than it looks. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 5:00pm CBeebies The Nutcracker: The Nutcracker. Two children have a magical Christmas Eve adventure as they travel to the Land of Sweets. Also in HD. (45 minutes)
- 6:10pm Clangers: Snow Business. Animation about a family of small creatures who live on, and inside, a planet. The cloud goes on holiday in space, but returns freezing cold and snowing, not raining. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
CITV (203)
- 6:00am Dino Dana: Dino Thieves: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training. Dana dreams an Ozraptor bone has been stolen and she must save it. S2 Ep19 (10 minutes)
- 6:10am Dino Dana: The Dino Giver: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training. Dana learns how male Dromaeosaurus would give the females gifts. S2 Ep20 (15 minutes)
- 10:40am Make It Pop: Xmas: The Gift: The kids get snowed in at MacKendrick and learn the meaning of Christmas. And they meet Linc, a mysterious new student. S2 Ep22 (25 minutes)
- 12:30pm Dino Dana: The First Elephant: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training. Dana imagines a story about living alongside the Mammoths as a cave-person. S2 Ep21 (15 minutes)
- 12:45pm Dino Dana: Dino Burrow: The adventures of eight-year-old Dana, palaeontologist in training. Dana finds a Troodon that has dug a burrow under her tree house. S2 Ep22 (15 minutes)
- 1:00pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Birthday Bother: It's Irma's birthday. Bean writes out two cards - one nice, one silly. He gets his envelopes mixed up and sends off the wrong card. S3 Ep5 (15 minutes)
- 1:15pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Bed Bean: Mr. Bean breaks his bed using it as a trampoline. He tries to fix it, but he can't. Next morning, he goes to buy a brand-new bed. S3 Ep6 (15 minutes)
- 4:30pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Spa Day: Mrs Wicket demands Mr Bean drive her and Miss Wince to the spa, and wait outside until they're done. But Bean gets bored, and looks for fun. S3 Ep7 (15 minutes)
- 4:45pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Charity Bean: Bean is cajoled by Irma and spurred by jealousy of the fundraising star Declan into raising money for a donkey sanctuary. S3 Ep8 (15 minutes)
- 5:00pm Lego Jurassic:...: ...World: The Legend of Isla Nublar. The Monsters and the Mech!: Danny is on a rampage in his mech-suit, and it's up to Hudson to put a stop to it with the help of a T-Rex. Ep13 (30 minutes)
- 6:24pm Pokemon Sun and Moon:...: ... - Ultra Legends. Chasing Memories, Creating Dreams!: Lillie introduces Ash to the mythical pokemon Magearna, which hasn't moved in a very long time. S22 Ep34 (31 minutes)
- 6:55pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Birthday Bother: It's Irma's birthday. Bean writes out two cards - one nice, one silly. He gets his envelopes mixed up and sends off the wrong card. S3 Ep5 (15 minutes)
- 7:10pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Bed Bean: Mr. Bean breaks his bed using it as a trampoline. He tries to fix it, but he can't. Next morning, he goes to buy a brand-new bed. S3 Ep6 (15 minutes)
- 7:25pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Spa Day: Mrs Wicket demands Mr Bean drive her and Miss Wince to the spa, and wait outside until they're done. But Bean gets bored, and looks for fun. S3 Ep7 (15 minutes)
- 7:40pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Charity Bean: Bean is cajoled by Irma and spurred by jealousy of the fundraising star Declan into raising money for a donkey sanctuary. S3 Ep8 (15 minutes)
- 7:55pm Spy School: Operation Tea Time: Evil genius Goldfist has taken the nation's favourite drink hostage - can the Spy School cadets stop him from ruining tea forever? S1 Ep6 (30 minutes)
- 8:25pm Spy School: Operation Nasty Network: When evil genius Goldfist takes over the world's internet, the Spy School cadets must hurry to the London Eye to try to stop him before it's too late. S1 Ep7 (30 minutes)
CBBC HD (204)
- 7:25am Danger Mouse: The Good, the Baaaaa and the Ugly. Animated series. When Danger Mouse and Penfold are sent on a mission to a mysterious island, Danger Mouse's competitiveness borders on criminal. (10 minutes)
- 8:00am Odd Squad: O Is Not for Over - Part One. The Odd Squad investigate strange events. Olive and Otto face their biggest challenge yet. (10 minutes)
- 10:15am Our School: Partners in Crime. There has been a crime at Our School, and it's up to Jack to help find out who did it. (20 minutes)
- 10:35am New: Our School: Our Scary Movie. Year 8 get the chance to turn their very own ghost story into a spooky movie. (20 minutes)
- 2:00pm The Dumping Ground: I'm Sasha. Dumping Ground characters gather to watch videos made by Ashdene Ridge residents about their lives there. This time it is Sasha's turn. (15 minutes)
- 4:05pm Odd Squad: Flawed Squad. The Odd Squad investigates strange events. The villains team up to break into Odd Squad headquarters. (15 minutes)
- 8:30pm So Awkward: Loyalty Points. Comedy series. Lily and Jas fake a falling-out to get Rob and Sid to stop arguing, while Ollie and Martha train Mr Malone to be a better teacher. (30 minutes)
Saturday 21st December
BBC ONE S West (1)
- 2:10pm Escape to the Country: Jules Hudson is in rural Devon with an ambitious couple looking for a large country home and as much acreage as their £1.25 million budget will afford them. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 9:15pm Casualty: 16, 46. Ruby comes to terms with her pregnant sister's arrival, while David and Rosa celebrate a Christmas wedding. Also in HD. (50 minutes)
BBC TWO (2)
- 1:20am Seven Worlds, One Planet: 5, 7. Europe - a continent transformed by mankind, where extraordinary animals are found in surprising places. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 7:50am Masterchef: The Professionals: 19, 21. Only the four most talented chefs out of the original 48 remain. The first challenge they face is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to cook at the chef's table. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 8:50am Masterchef: The Professionals: 20, 21. The four finalists are challenged to create a single exceptional and evocative dish inspired by a place that is special to them. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 12:00pm Victorian Bakers at Christmas: 4, 4. How the Victorians invented Christmas as it's known today, through the eyes of four bakers, who make favourite festive products from a revolutionary era in British history. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 6:45pm Meet the Moose Family: Nature documentary. In the wilds of the Rocky Mountains, a mother moose tends to her newborn calf. Cameraman Hugo Kitching follows the mother and calf through the four seasons. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 9:20pm Dave Allen: God's Own Comedian: Reflecting on the career of the man once described as Britain's most controversial comic. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 11:35pm Behind the Candelabra: When young Scott is introduced to supreme showman Liberace, the pair become lovers. Contains strong language and scenes of a sexual nature. Also in HD. (1 hour 55 minutes)
ITV (3)
- 6:00am Dino Dana: Dinos of a Feather: Edutainment series. Dana sets out to discover how dinosaurs made friends after she is excluded from hanging out with Saara. S1 Ep6 (10 minutes)
- 6:35am Thunderbirds Are Go: Growing Pains: Animated reboot. The Chaos Crew interrupt the pleasant and quiet life of Ned Tedford to steal an orchard growth serum from the highly secure Global Seed Vault. S3 Ep5 (25 minutes)
- 7:30am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Rat Trap: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Bean has to deal with an unwanted house guest, but the stubborn pest refuses to leave. S2 Ep8 (15 minutes)
- 7:45am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Valentine's Bean: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Bean tries to be romantic, but his idea of what that means proves very different to Irma's. S2 Ep9 (10 minutes)
- 1:50pm Midsomer Murders: Down Among the Dead Men: When a council clerk is shot dead, Barnaby and Jones discover that he was a blackmailer. They investigate which of his victims hated him enough to kill him. S9 Ep4 (2 hours)
- 3:50pm Paul O'Grady: For the...: ...Love of Dogs. In the last episode of the series, Paul O'Grady falls head over heels with a Pyrenean mountain called Linda, who has a problem with her bladder. S8 Ep8 (30 minutes)
- 4:50pm Shrek: Animated adventure featuring the voices of Mike Myers and Eddie Murphy, 2001. An ogre sets out on an epic quest with a talking donkey to rescue a princess from an evil curse. (1 hour 35 minutes)
- 7:25pm New: In For a Christmas Penny: Stephen Mulhern spreads some Christmas cheer on the streets of Manchester in a special Christmas edition of In For A Penny. (45 minutes)
- 8:10pm Casino Royale: Bond movie starring Daniel Craig and Eva Green, 2006. Newly-qualified James Bond is sent on his first mission to investigate a banker suspected of aiding international terrorism. (2 hours 45 minutes)
- 11:10pm Basic Instinct: Erotically-charged thriller starring Sharon Stone and Michael Douglas, 1992. A police detective engages in a battle of wits with a dangerously seductive novelist. (2 hours 10 minutes)
Channel 4 (4)
- 12:55am The Crystal Maze Celebrity...: ...Christmas Special: Richard Ayoade guides celebrity adventurers Christopher Biggins, Deborah Meaden, Jamie Laing, Frankie Bridge and Chris Kamara around a special panto-themed Maze. (55 minutes)
- 1:50am The Supervet: A Labrador puppy needs fitted plates and stem cell injections for elbow disease. And a Russian black terrier has a cancerous growth and is at risk of losing a leg. (S11 Ep4, 6) (55 minutes)
- 8:55am Everybody Loves Raymond: Christmas Present: Ray buys Debra an elaborate Christmas present in the hope that she'll let him go on a golfing weekend. (30 minutes)
- 9:25am The King of Queens: Baker's Doesn't: Doug and Carrie are roped into helping out at their church during the holidays: he guards the manger, while she tries to bake a cake. (30 minutes)
- 9:55am The Simpsons: Bart's Girlfriend: Bart falls for Reverend Lovejoy's rebellious daughter (guest star Meryl Streep). (30 minutes)
- 10:25am The Simpsons: Two Bad Neighbors: George Bush Sr moves into Evergreen Terrace, but Bart destroys his memoirs, sparking a feud between the ex-president and his new neighbour Homer. (30 minutes)
- 10:55am The Simpsons: Scenes from a Class Struggle in Springfield: The family are invited to join an exclusive country club, but while Homer, Bart and Lisa make themselves at home, Marge has trouble adjusting. (30 minutes)
- 11:25am The Simpsons: A Star Is Burns: Springfield launches a film festival, and Barney's haunting movie meditation on his alcoholism, 'Pukahontas', is on course to win. (35 minutes)
- 5:30pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas: Kirstie Allsopp shares her love of Christmas and festive crafting, from luxury presents using ordinary kitchen ingredients, to pop-up cards, sparkle wands, cocktails and stylish napkins. (1 hour)
- 6:30pm Jamie's Easy Christmas Countdown: Jamie Oliver offers a stress-free guide to festive feasting with his foolproof masterplan for turkey, stuffing and roast spuds, groovy veggie sides and, of course, fantastic gravy. (1 hour)
- 7:30pm Men in Black: (1997) Sci-fi comedy. Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith star as top-secret agents who monitor and hush up the presence of aliens on Earth - and discover one scary critter's deadly plot. (1 hour 50 minutes)
- 9:20pm Daddy's Home 2: (2017) Comedy sequel starring Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg, Mel Gibson and John Lithgow. There's trouble in store for the extended family when Dusty and Brad's fathers arrive for Christmas. (1 hour 55 minutes)
- 11:15pm The Inbetweeners Movie: (2011) Gross-out comedy with Simon Bird, Joe Thomas, Blake Harrison and James Buckley. School is over, so the lads celebrate with an outrageous holiday in Crete. Very strong language, sex. (1 hour 50 minutes)
Channel 5 (5)
- 4:00am NCIS: New Orleans: Drama series. The killing of a Petty Officer leads the team to a people-smuggling gang who will stop at nothing to keep their operation running. (S2 Ep 13) (45 minutes)
- 4:45am NCIS: New Orleans: Crime drama series. Mayor Hamilton and Special Agent Pride are kidnapped from their respective Mardi Gras parties and held hostage by an unknown assailant. (S2 Ep 14) (45 minutes)
ITV2 (6)
- 12:00am American Dad!: The Unincludeds: Animated series. Steve and Snot are humiliated at a cool kids party, and decide to throw a party of their own and only invite other unpopular kids. S12 Ep6 (30 minutes)
- 12:30am The Cleveland Show: Murray Christmas: When Rallo's teacher forces him to spend the weekend at a retirement home during the holidays, he meets Murray, who teaches him about Hanukkah. S2 Ep8 (25 minutes)
- 12:55am The Cleveland Show: 'Tis the Cleveland to Be Sorry: Animated comedy. Cleveland disguises himself as a homeless person when he discovers that the food at the local homeless shelter is really good. S4 Ep6 (30 minutes)
- 1:25am Through the Keyhole: Keith Lemon welcomes another celebrity panel to Through the Keyhole, featuring presenter Stacey Solomon, comedian Joel Dommett and Corrie legend Beverley Callard. S6 Ep6 (1 hour)
- 6:25am Emmerdale Omnibus: Dawn is left gutted by some news. Charity has a plan to rile Cain. Liv suffers another seizure and Aaron looks for a distraction. (2 hours 30 minutes)
- 8:55am Coronation Street Omnibus: Gemma feels under scrutiny during the Freshco photo shoot. Roy makes an error of judgement by leaving Richard unattended. (3 hours 5 minutes)
- 2:30pm Jack Frost: Family film starring Michael Keaton, 1998. Musician Jack Frost neglects his family until his freak death. Only Christmas can reunite Jack with the people he left behind... (1 hour)
- 3:35pm Jack Frost: Family film starring Michael Keaton, 1998. Musician Jack Frost neglects his family until his freak death. Only Christmas can reunite Jack with the people he left behind... (1 hour)
- 4:35pm Liar Liar: Comedy starring Jim Carrey and Maura Tierney, 1997. When a lawyer's son wishes for him to tell nothing but the truth for 24 hours, the wish comes true and the truth sets him free. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:45pm Liar Liar: Comedy starring Jim Carrey and Maura Tierney, 1997. When a lawyer's son wishes for him to tell nothing but the truth for 24 hours, the wish comes true and the truth sets him free. (40 minutes)
- 6:25pm Four Christmases: Festive comedy with Vince Vaughn and Reese Witherspoon, 2008. A couple's vacation plans are scuppered when they're forced to visit all four of their divorced parents for Christmas. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 7:35pm Four Christmases: Festive comedy with Vince Vaughn and Reese Witherspoon, 2008. A couple's vacation plans are scuppered when they're forced to visit all four of their divorced parents for Christmas. (35 minutes)
- 8:10pm The Holiday: Romcom with Cameron Diaz, 2006. Sick of their love lives, two women on opposite sides of the Atlantic swap homes for the festive period but soon find that romance isn't far away. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 9:20pm The Holiday: Romcom with Cameron Diaz, 2006. Sick of their love lives, two women on opposite sides of the Atlantic swap homes for the festive period but soon find that romance isn't far away. (1 hour 30 minutes)
- 10:50pm Family Guy: The 2,000-Year-Old-Virgin: Animated comedy. Peter and the guys set out to throw Jesus the best birthday party ever to help him lose his virginity. (30 minutes)
- 11:20pm Family Guy: Brokeback Swanson: US animated series. When Peter and the boys decide to run with the bulls, Joe is injured. Brian sleeps with a woman who is married to a Navy SEAL. S14 Ep8 (30 minutes)
- 11:50pm American Dad!: Dreaming of a White Porsche Christmas: Animated series. Stan hangs an angel in the Christmas tree and wishes he was single, a wish that is immediately granted. S11 Ep9 (25 minutes)
BBC FOUR (9)
- 12:45am Peaky Blinders: 1, 6. When he receives a mysterious letter, Tommy realises the Shelbys are in danger. Contains strong language and some violent scenes. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 1:45am Peaky Blinders: 2, 6. As the Shelbys come to terms with shocking events, a bold new enemy makes his move. Contains strong language and some violent scenes. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 2:45am Peaky Blinders: 3, 6. Tradition weighs upon Arthur as Changretta finds a chink in the Shelby armour. Contains strong language, some sexual content and some violence. Also in HD. (1 hour)
- 7:00pm Nothing Like a Dame: A once-in-a-lifetime chat with Eileen Atkins, Judi Dench, Maggie Smith and Joan Plowright. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. (1 hour 15 minutes)
- 10:55pm Philomena: Acclaimed true story of a mother's search for her son, with Steve Coogan and Judi Dench. Contains some strong language. Also in HD. (1 hour 35 minutes)
ITV3 (10)
- 12:55pm Agatha Christie's Marple: They Do It with Mirrors: A murder during a dress rehearsal of an amateur stage show leads Miss Marple to unpick a conjuring trick by the murderer. S4 Ep3 (1 hour 55 minutes)
- 2:50pm Agatha Christie's Marple: The Mirror Crack'd From Side to Side: A fan dies after drinking a poisoned cocktail at a Hollywood star's party, but for whom was the fatal concoction really intended? S5 Ep4 (2 hours)
- 4:50pm Agatha Christie's Poirot: The ABC Murders: When Mrs Ascher of Andover is found murdered with an ABC Rail Guide placed near to her, Poirot finds himself starting on a manhunt through the alphabet. S4 Ep1 (2 hours 10 minutes)
- 7:00pm Midsomer Murders: Ghosts of Christmas Past: At the Christmas reunion of the troubled Villiers family, a riddle in a cracker predicts that two people will die within two days. S7 Ep7 (2 hours)
- 9:00pm Midsomer Murders: 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. S16 Ep1 (2 hours)
- 11:00pm Hattie: Drama, based on true events, showing how actress Hattie Jacques's home life was blown apart by a secret sexual liaison while she was married to Dad's Army star, John Le Mesurier. (1 hour 50 minutes)
Pick (11)
- 12:00am Brit Cops: Rapid Response: Action-packed documentary following rapid response officers, the fastest cops in Britain, as they crack down on crime. Time is of the essence! (S3, ep 6) (1 hour)
- 2:00am Ultimate Road Wars: Second part of a two-part special celebrating Road War's best bits, from rubber-burning pursuits and dangerous drug raids to explosive kerbside arrests. (S8, ep 2) (1 hour)
- 6:30am Nothing To Declare: Fly-on-the-wall documentary following the men and women who defend Australia from drug runners, smugglers and terrorists. (S5, ep 2) (30 minutes)
E4 (13)
- 12:05am New: Robot Chicken [adult swim]: Brand new - Robot Chicken's DP Christmas Special: What was the first Christmas like? What do the Robot Chicken creators imagine Batman and Robin think about their Christmas jingle? (S5 Ep1) (20 minutes)
- 12:25am New: Robot Chicken [adult swim]: Brand new - Robot Chicken's ATM Christmas Special: Santa nearly misses Christmas. Kano from Mortal Kombat shares the holidays with Mrs Cage. G.I. Joe is given a special Christmas. (S6 Ep13) (15 minutes)
- 12:40am The Big Bang Theory: The Brain Bowl Incubation: Sheldon tries to convince Amy they should procreate. Raj feels embarrassed about what the new woman in his life does for a living. (S10 Ep8, 24) (25 minutes)
- 1:05am The Big Bang Theory: 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, 24) (30 minutes)
- 1:35am Gogglebox: What do Britain's favourite armchair critics make of EastEnders, Britain's Got Talent: The Champions, Peaky Blinders, Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted and First Dates Hotel? (S14 Ep1) (50 minutes)
- 2:25am Rob Beckett's Savage Socials...: ...@ Christmas: Brand new: Comedian Rob Beckett brings together the biggest celebrity news and OMG moments of the week, providing a trademark savage commentary on clips, memes and blunders. (55 minutes)
- 4:10am The Big Bang Theory: The Workplace Proximity: Amy tells Sheldon she's been asked to work on a project at his university, but the guys insist that this will be bad for their relationship. (S7 Ep5, 24) (25 minutes)
- 4:35am The Big Bang Theory: The Romance Resonance: Sheldon is mortified when he stumbles upon an important scientific breakthrough by accident. Howard makes a romantic gesture to Bernadette. (S7 Ep6, 24) (25 minutes)
- 7:50am Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas: When Sid accidentally ruins one of Manny's Christmas traditions, he's told that he will be on Santa's naughty list. So he heads to the North Pole to plead his case directly to Santa Claus. (25 minutes)
- 11:00am The Big Bang Theory: The Fermentation Bifurcation: The gang run into Penny's ex-boyfriend Zack at a wine bar. Bernadette, who can't drink, hangs out with Sheldon. (S9 Ep22, 24) (30 minutes)
- 11:30am The Big Bang Theory: The Line Substitution Solution: Sheldon pays Stuart to spend the afternoon shopping with Amy so that he can queue up to see a special film screening instead. (S9 Ep23, 24) (30 minutes)
- 12:00pm The Big Bang Theory: The Convergence Convergence: Conflict arises when Leonard's recently divorced parents and Sheldon's devoutly religious mother are all in town at the same time. (S9 Ep24, 24) (30 minutes)
- 12:30pm The Big Bang Theory: The Conjugal Conjecture: The gang face an awkward morning after Sheldon's mother and Leonard's father share an evening together, and Penny's family arrives. (S10 Ep1, 24) (30 minutes)
- 1:00pm The Big Bang Theory: The Military Miniaturization: Howard has a meeting with Air Force representative Colonel Williams about the gyroscope he invented with Leonard and Sheldon. (S10 Ep2, 24) (30 minutes)
- 1:30pm The Big Bang Theory: The Dependence Transcendence: Tensions rise when the guys struggle to complete their Air Force project on time and are forced to work around the clock. (S10 Ep3, 24) (30 minutes)
- 2:00pm The Big Bang Theory: The Cohabitation Experimentation: When Amy's flat is flooded, she has to move out while it is repaired and proposes a 'cohabitation experiment' with Sheldon. (S10 Ep4, 24) (30 minutes)
- 2:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Cop-Con: The squad visit the annual Cop-Con event, usually an excuse for a party, but Captain Holt spoils the fun by asking them to be on their best behaviour. (S4 Ep17, 22) (30 minutes)
- 3:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Chasing Amy: Santiago vanishes hours before she is due to take her sergeant's exam. Peralta and Diaz try to locate her and bring her back before it's too late. (S4 Ep18, 22) (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Your Honor: Captain Holt's mother seeks help from the precinct. Jeffords, Diaz and Boyle redecorate the breakroom. Santiago teaches Gina how to change a tyre. (S4 Ep19, 22) (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: The Slaughterhouse: Peralta and Diaz try to earn the respect of their idol, Lt Melanie Hawkins, after accidentally disrupting one of her undercover cases. (S4 Ep20, 22) (30 minutes)
- 4:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: The Bank Job: Peralta and Diaz learn there's more to Lt Melanie Hawkins' team than meets the eye as they continue their search for the gang of bank robbers. (S4 Ep21, 22) (30 minutes)
- 5:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Crime & Punishment: When Peralta and Diaz are framed for a crime they didn't commit, it's up to the other members of the Nine-Nine to save them from jail. (S4 Ep22, 22) (30 minutes)
- 5:30pm Young Sheldon: Brand new series - Teenager Soup and a Little Ball of Fib: Sheldon decides to fake an illness to avoid a swimming test at school. Dr Sturgis aims to spy on Meemaw's new boyfriend. (S3 Ep10) (30 minutes)
- 6:00pm The Big Bang Theory: Beam Me Up...: ...Sheldon: The Hot Troll Deviation: An embarrassing secret of Howard's comes to light as he tries to win back his ex-girlfriend with some help from Star Trek's George Takei. (S4 Ep4, 24) (30 minutes)
- 6:30pm The Big Bang Theory: Beam Me Up...: ...Sheldon: The Russian Rocket Reaction: Sheldon's old nemesis, Star Trek actor Wil Wheaton, invites everyone to a party. Sheldon threatens to 'de-friend' Leonard if he attends. (S5 Ep5, 24) (30 minutes)
- 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory: Beam Me Up...: ...Sheldon: The Transporter Malfunction: Penny buys Leonard and Sheldon some Star Trek memorabilia, but she's annoyed when they refuse to remove the toys from their packaging. (S5 Ep20, 24) (30 minutes)
- 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory: Beam Me Up...: ...Sheldon: The Habitation Configuration: Amy is upset when Sheldon fails to defend her in an argument with Star Trek actor Wil Wheaton during the filming of Fun with Flags. (S6 Ep7, 24) (30 minutes)
- 8:00pm The Big Bang Theory: Beam Me Up...: ...Sheldon: The Spock Resonance: While being interviewed for a documentary about Star Trek character Mr Spock, Sheldon just can't suppress his emotions about his split from Amy. (S9 Ep7, 24) (30 minutes)
- 8:30pm The Big Bang Theory: Beam Me Up...: ...Sheldon: The Confirmation Polarization: Sheldon and Amy's super-asymmetry theory is proved correct. The guys avoid spoilers while discussing their favourite sci-fi series. (S12 Ep13, 24) (30 minutes)
- 9:00pm Star Trek: (2009) JJ Abrams' sci-fi adventure prequel, starring Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto, explores Kirk and Spock's early years, in which they are hunted by a vengeful time traveller. (2 hours 35 minutes)
- 11:35pm Gogglebox: What do Britain's favourite armchair critics make of EastEnders, Britain's Got Talent: The Champions, Peaky Blinders, Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted and First Dates Hotel? (S14 Ep1) (1 hour)
Film4 (14)
- 11:00am Stuart Little 2: (2002) Part-animated family comedy-adventure sequel. A mouse (voiced by Michael J Fox) who's been adopted as a son by a human family makes a new friend, but is she as genuine as she seems? (1 hour 35 minutes)
- 2:20pm Night at the Museum: (2006) Fantasy comedy starring Ben Stiller. A museum security guard discovers that an ancient curse makes the exhibits on display at his workplace come to life after dark, causing chaos. (2 hours 15 minutes)
- 4:35pm Night at the Museum 2: (2009) Fantasy adventure sequel. Ben Stiller stars as the former nightwatchman who must rescue his museum-exhibit buddies when they're attacked by a megalomaniac pharaoh. With Steve Coogan. (2 hours 10 minutes)
- 6:45pm The Devil Wears Prada: (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. (2 hours 15 minutes)
- 9:00pm Lucy: (2014) Violent sci-fi thriller starring Scarlett Johansson. A kidnap victim, who gains superhuman powers when she's exposed to a huge dose of a wonder drug, sets out for revenge. (1 hour 40 minutes)
Channel 4+1 (15)
- 1:55am The Crystal Maze Celebrity...: ...Christmas Special: Richard Ayoade guides celebrity adventurers Christopher Biggins, Deborah Meaden, Jamie Laing, Frankie Bridge and Chris Kamara around a special panto-themed Maze. (55 minutes)
- 2:50am The Supervet: A Labrador puppy needs fitted plates and stem cell injections for elbow disease. And a Russian black terrier has a cancerous growth and is at risk of losing a leg. (S11 Ep4, 6) (55 minutes)
- 9:55am Everybody Loves Raymond: Christmas Present: Ray buys Debra an elaborate Christmas present in the hope that she'll let him go on a golfing weekend. (30 minutes)
- 10:25am The King of Queens: Baker's Doesn't: Doug and Carrie are roped into helping out at their church during the holidays: he guards the manger, while she tries to bake a cake. (30 minutes)
- 10:55am The Simpsons: Bart's Girlfriend: Bart falls for Reverend Lovejoy's rebellious daughter (guest star Meryl Streep). (30 minutes)
- 11:25am The Simpsons: Two Bad Neighbors: George Bush Sr moves into Evergreen Terrace, but Bart destroys his memoirs, sparking a feud between the ex-president and his new neighbour Homer. (30 minutes)
- 11:55am The Simpsons: Scenes from a Class Struggle in Springfield: The family are invited to join an exclusive country club, but while Homer, Bart and Lisa make themselves at home, Marge has trouble adjusting. (30 minutes)
- 12:25pm The Simpsons: A Star Is Burns: Springfield launches a film festival, and Barney's haunting movie meditation on his alcoholism, 'Pukahontas', is on course to win. (35 minutes)
- 6:30pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas: Kirstie Allsopp shares her love of Christmas and festive crafting, from luxury presents using ordinary kitchen ingredients, to pop-up cards, sparkle wands, cocktails and stylish napkins. (1 hour)
- 7:30pm Jamie's Easy Christmas Countdown: Jamie Oliver offers a stress-free guide to festive feasting with his foolproof masterplan for turkey, stuffing and roast spuds, groovy veggie sides and, of course, fantastic gravy. (1 hour)
- 8:30pm Men in Black: (1997) Sci-fi comedy. Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith star as top-secret agents who monitor and hush up the presence of aliens on Earth - and discover one scary critter's deadly plot. (1 hour 50 minutes)
- 10:20pm Daddy's Home 2: (2017) Comedy sequel starring Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg, Mel Gibson and John Lithgow. There's trouble in store for the extended family when Dusty and Brad's fathers arrive for Christmas. (1 hour 55 minutes)
More 4 (18)
- 3:30am Food Unwrapped: Jimmy Doherty learns the surprising truth about pizza prices. Kate Quilton discovers a potentially life-saving property of shrimp shells. Matt Tebbutt investigates salted caramel. (S16 Ep2) (30 minutes)
- 4:40pm Escape to the Chateau:...: ...Restoring the Dream: This special series revisits the epic transformation of Dick Strawbridge and his wife Angel's 45-room French chateau from a ruin into a sumptuous family home. (Ep1) (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 5:50pm Escape to the Chateau:...: ...Designing the Dream: This episode celebrates Angel's creativity with exquisitely designed rooms and bathroom suites, plus inspirational design tips. (Ep2) (1 hour)
- 6:50pm Escape to the Chateau: The...: ...Great Outdoors: A look at how the Strawbridge family fell in love with French country life, surrounded by nature, and at Dick turning the walled garden into a plot of plenty. (Ep3) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 7:55pm Emergency Helicopter Medics: Brand new series: In Hartlepool, the heli-medics are tasked with treating a man hit by a train. Cyclist Trevor suffers serious injuries after a collision with a car. (S3 Ep6) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 9:00pm 24 Hours in A&E: Tony and his father have been in a motorbike crash. After been kicked by a horse Alison has a broken leg. Harry, who's 12, has been in a 10-bike pile-up at a velodrome. (S15 Ep3) (1 hour)
- 10:00pm 24 Hours in A&E: Ky has been knocked off her motorbike. Aleks has fallen from her loft; as her husband arrives at the hospital, doctors are still unsure whether she's suffered brain damage. (S16 Ep6) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:05pm Father Ted Christmas Special: Father Ted and Father Dougal get lost in the lingerie section of a huge department store. Only Ted's quick thinking can avert a potential embarrassment for the Church. (1 hour 10 minutes)
Dave (19)
- 7:10am James May's Cars of the People: It's back to the future for James May, who asks what happened to the cutting-edge motors our forebears promised - including fanciful steam cars and ludicrous jet turbines. (50 minutes)
- 8:00am Expedition with Steve Backshall: Suriname: Lost World: The naturalist visits uncharted territory in pursuit of new discoveries. He takes on physical challenges and encounters extraordinary wildlife. (1 hour)
- 9:00am Expedition with Steve Backshall: Oman: Desert Canyon: Steve leads an expedition in the Jebel Akhdar mountain range of Oman. With temperatures soaring, dehydration and heat stroke are a constant threat. (1 hour)
- 12:00pm Top Gear: More motoring mayhem. The lads must each buy a car for under one and a half thousand pounds, and drive it across the unwieldy terrain in Botswana. And it can't be a 4 by 4! (1 hour)
- 1:00pm Top Gear: Another foreign junket for Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May, who pay a visit to Vietnam and are challenged to drive the entire length of the nation in just eight days. (1 hour 30 minutes)
- 5:00pm New: Top Gear: Winter Blunderland: Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May present their best winter challenges, including playing ice hockey with Suzukis and what occurs if you ski-jump a rocket-powered Mini. (1 hour)
Drama (20)
- 7:25am London's Burning: Christmas turns to misery for most of Blue Watch, as Hallam is set on fire and Charisma discovers that Donna is selling dangerous toys. (1 hour 35 minutes)
- 2:00pm Call the Midwife: Xmas Special 2013: Seasonal episode of the period drama. An unexploded bomb is found, throwing festivities into chaos for the residents of Poplar just days before Christmas. (1 hour 40 minutes)
- 3:40pm Call the Midwife: The third series of the popular medical drama following a group of midwives in 1950s London. Sister Monica Joan holds the key to the diagnosis of a mystery illness. (1 hour)
- 4:40pm Call the Midwife: The heartwarming drama series about a group of 1950s midwives. A newly-promoted Jenny finds herself facing her most challenging case to date. (1 hour 20 minutes)
- 8:00pm Father Brown: The Man in the Shadows: Mark Williams stars as the sleuthing cleric in the Cotswolds of the 1950s. Father Brown is embroiled with MI5, putting Lady Felicia in a tricky position. (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Death in Paradise: The Complex Murder: Kris Marshall stars as the detective at work on a sun-drenched Caribbean island. The team are tested when a millionaire philanthropist is murdered on his boat. (1 hour 15 minutes)
- 10:15pm Silent Witness: After the Fall: Emilia Fox stars in a feature-length forensics mystery. The apparent suicide of a DJ leads Nikki to question her own judgement on a similar case from her past. (2 hours 35 minutes)
5 USA (21)
- 12:55am CSI: Miami: In Plane Sight: Crime drama series. A crooked investment broker is murdered and stuffed into the chemical toilet of a luxury private jet. (S8 Ep 4) (55 minutes)
- 9:00am Murder She Wrote: Drama series about a novelist who solves real-life murder mysteries. Tempers flare in Cabot Cove over the planned construction of a hotel. (S2 Ep 2) (50 minutes)
- 9:50am Murder She Wrote: Sleuthing scribe Jessica Fletcher investigates another murder. Jessica's niece acts in a soap opera in which a pretend victim is discovered really dead. (S2 Ep 3) (1 hour)
- 10:50am Murder She Wrote: Murder mystery series. Jessica is about to receive a special award at Grenshaw College when she finds the proceedings interrupted by a murder. (S2 Ep 4) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:55am Murder She Wrote: Mystery series. Jessica rushes to London in an attempt to aid her cousin, a famous actress in the theatre who has become the target of several murder attempts. (S2 Ep 5) (1 hour)
- 12:55pm Murder She Wrote: Murder mystery series. A friend of Jessica's expresses concern that she is losing her sanity, but things are not what they initially seem. (S2 Ep 6) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 2:00pm Murder She Wrote: Murder mystery series. Jessica's brief stay at a lake resort is interrupted by murder. (S2 Ep 7) (1 hour)
ITV4 (24)
- 1:40am Bad Move: Dead Zone: Comedy. Nicky and Steve's move to their dream house in the country is rapidly turning into a nightmare because they cannot get connected to the internet. S1 Ep1 (30 minutes)
- 2:10am Bad Move: Deep End: When Nicky and Steve discover their kitchen has flooded, Steve thinks the source of the flooding is a natural spring and hopes it will be the answer to all their problems. S1 Ep2 (25 minutes)
- 6:35am The Professionals: Lawson's Last Stand: Drama series about two criminal intelligence agents. The duo must find a lieutenant colonel in possession of valuable NATO secrets who has vanished. S5 Ep1 (50 minutes)
- 8:20am Monster Carp: Slovenia: The trio continue their mission in Slovenia, a country where none of them have ever wet a line previously, to track down carp apparently weighing nearly 80lb. S4 Ep2 (1 hour 10 minutes)
- 12:30pm Merry Christmas Mr Bean: Mr Bean wreaks havoc at Harrods when he goes Christmas shopping, then has trouble stuffing a turkey on Christmas Day. Ep7 (35 minutes)
- 4:00pm Aces High: Action starring Malcolm McDowell and Christopher Plummer, 1976. A Flying Corps pilot arrives on the Western front in the First World War and finds a team of struggling officers. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:10pm Aces High: Action starring Malcolm McDowell and Christopher Plummer, 1976. A Flying Corps pilot arrives on the Western front in the First World War and finds a team of struggling officers. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 9:20pm Rambo: First Blood Part II: All-action sequel starring Sylvester Stallone, 1985. Rambo takes on the Vietnamese army when he is released from prison and sent to Vietnam in search of US POWs. (1 hour)
- 10:25pm Rambo: First Blood Part II: All-action sequel starring Sylvester Stallone, 1985. Rambo takes on the Vietnamese army when he is released from prison and sent to Vietnam in search of US POWs. (1 hour)
- 11:25pm Rocky II: Hit sequel starring Sylvester Stallone and Carl Weathers, 1979. While Rocky's family life suffers under the media spotlight, Apollo Creed goads him into a rematch in the ring. (1 hour 5 minutes)
Yesterday (25)
- 7:10am History's Ultimate Spies: Robert Cecil: Robert Cecil was a formidable political operator, whose web of informers helped to foil the infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605. More about this pioneering agent of espionage. (50 minutes)
- 11:00am Planet Earth: From Pole to Pole: David Attenborough narrates the biggest series ever made by the BBC Natural History Unit. We follow the influence of the Sun on Earth and its diverse wildlife. (1 hour)
- 12:00pm Planet Earth: Freshwater: David Attenborough tells us more about some of the most breathtaking natural sights on Earth. Witness amazing river scenery and the sight of snow geese in flight. (1 hour)
- 1:00pm Planet Earth: Caves: David Attenborough narrates the award-winning natural history series. This edition looks at caves, home to troglodytes like the Texas cave salamander. (1 hour)
- 2:00pm Planet Earth: Mountains: David Attenborough narrates the landmark nature series he has described as 'mind-blowing'. See the full force of an avalanche in the Rockies, lair of the grizzlies. (1 hour)
- 3:00pm Planet Earth: From Pole to Pole: David Attenborough narrates the biggest series ever made by the BBC Natural History Unit. We follow the influence of the Sun on Earth and its diverse wildlife. (1 hour)
- 4:00pm Planet Earth: Freshwater: David Attenborough tells us more about some of the most breathtaking natural sights on Earth. Witness amazing river scenery and the sight of snow geese in flight. (1 hour)
- 5:00pm Planet Earth: Caves: David Attenborough narrates the award-winning natural history series. This edition looks at caves, home to troglodytes like the Texas cave salamander. (1 hour)
- 6:00pm Planet Earth: Mountains: David Attenborough narrates the landmark nature series he has described as 'mind-blowing'. See the full force of an avalanche in the Rockies, lair of the grizzlies. (1 hour)
- 11:00pm Steam Train Britain: On the Welsh Highland Railway, a newly built Pullman carriage is on its way to Caenarfon Station and a Saddle Tank Loco is being completely restored on the East Lancashire Railway. (1 hour)
ITVBe (26)
- 8:50am Be Beautiful: Make-up tutorial. Vlogger Sabrina Britton shows how to get that gorgeous smoky eyed look with a party outfit to match. S2 Ep9 (10 minutes)
- 12:00pm Be Beautiful: Melanie Murphy: Beauty experts host a series of make-up tutorials. Today, Melanie Murphy shows you how to create the perfect Kylie Jenner-inspired 90s look. S1 Ep3 (10 minutes)
- 2:00pm The Real Housewives of...: ...Potomac. The Big Easy Showdown: Gizelle arranges a soul-searching journey to the plantation where her ancestors were slaves, and the women hit the town for a night of fun. S4 Ep5 (55 minutes)
- 7:00pm Celebrity Dinner Date: Gemma Oaten: Celebrity edition of the dating show. Former Emmerdale star Gemma Oaten chooses three dates from five menus, but who will she want to see for seconds? S5 Ep14 (1 hour)
- 8:00pm Celebrity Dinner Date: Jordan Davies: Celebrity edition of the culinary dating show. Reality star Jordan Davies chooses three dates from five menus, but who will he want to see for seconds? S8 Ep3 (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Botched: The Pec Whisperer: Human Ken doll Justin Jedlica helps Dr Dubrow pump up a pec-less body builder and a former Miss India hopes Dr Nassif can perfect her pig nose. S2 Ep9 (1 hour)
ITV2 +1 (27)
- 12:05am Family Guy: Hot Pocket-Dial: US animated comedy. Peter is overcome with jealousy when he overhears Quagmire declaring his love for Lois. Can Lois get them to reconcile before it is too late? S14 Ep7 (25 minutes)
- 12:30am American Dad!: Minstrel Krampus: Animated series. When Steve starts acting like a spoiled brat at Christmas, Stan liberates Minstrel Krampus, a demon who punishes naughty children at Christmas. S10 Ep8 (30 minutes)
- 1:00am American Dad!: The Unincludeds: Animated series. Steve and Snot are humiliated at a cool kids party, and decide to throw a party of their own and only invite other unpopular kids. S12 Ep6 (30 minutes)
- 1:30am The Cleveland Show: Murray Christmas: When Rallo's teacher forces him to spend the weekend at a retirement home during the holidays, he meets Murray, who teaches him about Hanukkah. S2 Ep8 (25 minutes)
- 1:55am The Cleveland Show: 'Tis the Cleveland to Be Sorry: Animated comedy. Cleveland disguises himself as a homeless person when he discovers that the food at the local homeless shelter is really good. S4 Ep6 (30 minutes)
- 2:25am Through the Keyhole: Keith Lemon welcomes another celebrity panel to Through the Keyhole, featuring presenter Stacey Solomon, comedian Joel Dommett and Corrie legend Beverley Callard. S6 Ep6 (1 hour)
- 7:25am Emmerdale Omnibus: Dawn is left gutted by some news. Charity has a plan to rile Cain. Liv suffers another seizure and Aaron looks for a distraction. (2 hours 30 minutes)
- 9:55am Coronation Street Omnibus: Gemma feels under scrutiny during the Freshco photo shoot. Roy makes an error of judgement by leaving Richard unattended. (3 hours 5 minutes)
- 3:30pm Jack Frost: Family film starring Michael Keaton, 1998. Musician Jack Frost neglects his family until his freak death. Only Christmas can reunite Jack with the people he left behind... (1 hour)
- 4:35pm Jack Frost: Family film starring Michael Keaton, 1998. Musician Jack Frost neglects his family until his freak death. Only Christmas can reunite Jack with the people he left behind... (1 hour)
- 5:35pm Liar Liar: Comedy starring Jim Carrey and Maura Tierney, 1997. When a lawyer's son wishes for him to tell nothing but the truth for 24 hours, the wish comes true and the truth sets him free. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 6:45pm Liar Liar: Comedy starring Jim Carrey and Maura Tierney, 1997. When a lawyer's son wishes for him to tell nothing but the truth for 24 hours, the wish comes true and the truth sets him free. (40 minutes)
- 7:25pm Four Christmases: Festive comedy with Vince Vaughn and Reese Witherspoon, 2008. A couple's vacation plans are scuppered when they're forced to visit all four of their divorced parents for Christmas. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 8:35pm Four Christmases: Festive comedy with Vince Vaughn and Reese Witherspoon, 2008. A couple's vacation plans are scuppered when they're forced to visit all four of their divorced parents for Christmas. (35 minutes)
- 9:10pm The Holiday: Romcom with Cameron Diaz, 2006. Sick of their love lives, two women on opposite sides of the Atlantic swap homes for the festive period but soon find that romance isn't far away. (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 10:20pm The Holiday: Romcom with Cameron Diaz, 2006. Sick of their love lives, two women on opposite sides of the Atlantic swap homes for the festive period but soon find that romance isn't far away. (1 hour 30 minutes)
- 11:50pm Family Guy: The 2,000-Year-Old-Virgin: Animated comedy. Peter and the guys set out to throw Jesus the best birthday party ever to help him lose his virginity. (30 minutes)
5STAR (30)
- 2:55am Wentworth Prison: Graphic drama series set in a Melbourne women's prison. Marie's efforts to have her conviction overturned backfire when her protector attempts to silence her. (S7 Ep 8) (55 minutes)
5Spike (31)
- 9:10am The A-Team: Classic action drama series. When the team arrive in a small town for a friend's funeral, five hoodlum brothers try to force them to leave. (S1 Ep 14) (1 hour)
- 10:10am The A-Team: Classic action drama series. Hannibal and the team fly to South Africa to save a client's diamond mine from ruthless intruders, taking with them a dangerous cargo. (S2 Ep 1) (1 hour 10 minutes)
ITV +1 (33)
- 12:15am Bradley Walsh's Late...: ...Night Guest List. Bradley Walsh's Late Night Guest List will see Bradley raise a glass as he's joined by a host of A-List stars for some fun games. (1 hour)
- 7:00am Dino Dana: Dinos of a Feather: Edutainment series. Dana sets out to discover how dinosaurs made friends after she is excluded from hanging out with Saara. S1 Ep6 (10 minutes)
- 7:35am Thunderbirds Are Go: Growing Pains: Animated reboot. The Chaos Crew interrupt the pleasant and quiet life of Ned Tedford to steal an orchard growth serum from the highly secure Global Seed Vault. S3 Ep5 (25 minutes)
- 8:30am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Rat Trap: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Bean has to deal with an unwanted house guest, but the stubborn pest refuses to leave. S2 Ep8 (15 minutes)
- 8:45am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Valentine's Bean: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Bean tries to be romantic, but his idea of what that means proves very different to Irma's. S2 Ep9 (10 minutes)
- 2:50pm Midsomer Murders: Down Among the Dead Men: When a council clerk is shot dead, Barnaby and Jones discover that he was a blackmailer. They investigate which of his victims hated him enough to kill him. S9 Ep4 (2 hours)
- 4:50pm Paul O'Grady: For the...: ...Love of Dogs. In the last episode of the series, Paul O'Grady falls head over heels with a Pyrenean mountain called Linda, who has a problem with her bladder. S8 Ep8 (30 minutes)
- 5:50pm Shrek: Animated adventure featuring the voices of Mike Myers and Eddie Murphy, 2001. An ogre sets out on an epic quest with a talking donkey to rescue a princess from an evil curse. (1 hour 35 minutes)
- 8:25pm New: In For a Christmas Penny: Stephen Mulhern spreads some Christmas cheer on the streets of Manchester in a special Christmas edition of In For A Penny. (45 minutes)
- 9:10pm Casino Royale: Bond movie starring Daniel Craig and Eva Green, 2006. Newly-qualified James Bond is sent on his first mission to investigate a banker suspected of aiding international terrorism. (2 hours 45 minutes)
ITV3+1 (34)
- 9:00pm Midsomer Murders: Ghosts of Christmas Past: At the Christmas reunion of the troubled Villiers family, a riddle in a cracker predicts that two people will die within two days. S7 Ep7 (1 hour)
- 10:00pm Midsomer Murders: 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. S16 Ep1 (2 hours)
Challenge (46)
- 7:00am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 7:30am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 8:00am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 8:30am Catchphrase: Popular quiz in which contestants can win cash prizes and a dream holiday by guessing the well-known expressions and sayings represented by animated characters. (30 minutes)
- 3:00pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
- 4:00pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
- 4:30pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
- 5:00pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
- 5:30pm Bullseye: Dartboard quiz game that tests contestants' darts skills and their general knowledge. (30 minutes)
4seven (47)
- 12:10am Gogglebox: What do the armchair critics make of The Crown; I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!; Not the Robbie Williams Christmas Show; Made in Chelsea: Buenos Aires; and The Apprentice? (S14 Ep14) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 1:15am Father Ted Christmas Special: Father Ted and Father Dougal get lost in the lingerie section of a huge department store. Only Ted's quick thinking can avert a potential embarrassment for the Church. (1 hour 15 minutes)
- 4:05am The World's Most Expensive Toys: From rocking horses covered in 82,000 Swarovski crystals to £25,000 doll's houses, this documentary meets the craftspeople and inventors creating toys for the children of the super-rich. (55 minutes)
- 9:00am Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : Four talented sugar crafters race against the clock in Kirstie Allsopp's cake decorating competition. There's also a yule log, some beautiful embroidery, and two mini makes. (S7 Ep1, 15) (1 hour)
- 10:00am Kirstie's Handmade Christmas : Four talented crafters race against the clock to create a unique seasonal present. There are also perfect place cards, made with plants, and supersized Christmas decorations. (S7 Ep2, 15) (1 hour)
- 11:00am Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Dick builds a compost toilet for use at outside weddings, Billy and Gwendoline want to open their chateau as a wedding location, and Clive and Tanith need to win over the locals. (S1 Ep11) (1 hour)
- 12:00pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Billy - who's scared of heights - faces the tricky task of repointing a chimney. Clive and Tanith's fountain isn't working. And the clock's ticking for sisters Marian and Tanya. (S1 Ep12) (1 hour)
- 1:00pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Billy, Gwendoline and Michael hope to move into their chateau, but the kitchen's unfinished. Clive and Tanith play Cupid. In the Loire, Paul and Karen plan to attract more guests. (S1 Ep13) (1 hour)
- 2:00pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Billy and Gwendoline have to track down some wild boar. Clive and Tanith try to make a self-sufficient dish. Paul continues the task of converting the water tower into an office. (S1 Ep14) (1 hour)
- 3:00pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY: Billy and his dad attempt to level a patio. Paul and Karen struggle to get the office conversion finished. Clive investigates a huge, creepy nest in the roof of the orangery. (S1 Ep15) (1 hour)
- 9:00pm Celebrity Gogglebox 2019: Some of the best moments from this year, featuring Martin and Roman Kemp, Rylan Clark-Neal and his mum Linda; Nick and Liv Grimshaw; and Chris Eubank Sr and his son Chris Eubank Jr. (1 hour)
- 10:00pm First Dates: Welsh hairdresser Jess wants a man who's a cut above the rest. Charity shop manager Casey has his dream white wedding all mapped out. Is his date husband material? (S13 Ep6) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 11:05pm 24 Hours in A&E: Lucy is rushed in after a severe seizure. Simon comes to A&E with severe neck pain. Two-year-old Sophie is in paediatrics after being sprayed in the face with a cleaning product. (S19 Ep5) (1 hour 5 minutes)
Paramount Network (54)
- 3:30am CSI: Miami: LA: Crime drama. A porn baron is linked to the rape of one woman and the murder of another, but Jesse's determination to bring the accused to justice jeopardises the case (16, 25). (45 minutes)
- 5:00am Neighbours: Amy is angry with Kyle and Leo for not telling her about Jimmy's problems. Paul and Terese visit Robert in prison, who exacts a high price in exchange for becoming David's donor. (30 minutes)
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- 3:00am CSI: Miami: Die By the Sword: Crime drama. The CSIs puzzle over the death of a teacher murdered by the Japanese mafia. Natalia's refusal to address her health issues puts her at risk. (S8 Ep 13) (1 hour)
- 1:55pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. This special revisits three memorable consultations with the elderly from the first three series, with patients telling their own stories. (S3 Ep 44) (1 hour)
- 2:55pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. This special revisits three memorable consultations with the elderly from the first three series, with patients telling their own stories. (S3 Ep 44) (1 hour 5 minutes)
- 5:00pm The Dog Rescuers With Alan Davies : ...Alan Davies. Documentary series. Helen saves Turner and Hooch, two Dogues de Bordeaux abandoned in a garden. Becky tracks down a dog who was spotted stranded in a flood relief channel. (S5... (1 hour)
- 6:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. An update on three consultations from the first three series, including Karen who was caught in a cycle of binging and purging. (S3 Ep 45) (1 hour)
- 7:00pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors: Documentary series. An update to four cases. Patients recall the circumstances that led them to consult the doctors and reveal what has happened to them since. (S3 Ep 46) (1 hour)
Dave ja vu (79)
- 12:20am Red Dwarf: The Beginning: Is this the beginning of the end for our beloved Dwarfers? Surrounded by foes, only one man can save them. Unfortunately that man is Arnold J Rimmer. Space comedy. (40 minutes)
- 8:10am James May's Cars of the People: It's back to the future for James May, who asks what happened to the cutting-edge motors our forebears promised - including fanciful steam cars and ludicrous jet turbines. (50 minutes)
- 9:00am Expedition with Steve Backshall: Suriname: Lost World: The naturalist visits uncharted territory in pursuit of new discoveries. He takes on physical challenges and encounters extraordinary wildlife. (1 hour)
- 10:00am Expedition with Steve Backshall: Oman: Desert Canyon: Steve leads an expedition in the Jebel Akhdar mountain range of Oman. With temperatures soaring, dehydration and heat stroke are a constant threat. (1 hour)
- 1:00pm Top Gear: More motoring mayhem. The lads must each buy a car for under one and a half thousand pounds, and drive it across the unwieldy terrain in Botswana. And it can't be a 4 by 4! (1 hour)
- 2:00pm Top Gear: Another foreign junket for Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May, who pay a visit to Vietnam and are challenged to drive the entire length of the nation in just eight days. (1 hour 30 minutes)
- 6:00pm New: Top Gear: Winter Blunderland: Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May present their best winter challenges, including playing ice hockey with Suzukis and what occurs if you ski-jump a rocket-powered Mini. (1 hour)
BBC ONE HD (101)
- 2:10pm Escape to the Country: Jules Hudson is in rural Devon with an ambitious couple looking for a large country home and as much acreage as their £1.25 million budget will afford them. (1 hour)
- 9:15pm Casualty: 16, 46. Ruby comes to terms with her pregnant sister's arrival, while David and Rosa celebrate a Christmas wedding. (50 minutes)
BBC TWO HD (102)
- 1:20am Seven Worlds, One Planet: 5, 7. Europe - a continent transformed by mankind, where extraordinary animals are found in surprising places. (1 hour)
- 7:50am Masterchef: The Professionals: 19, 21. Only the four most talented chefs out of the original 48 remain. The first challenge they face is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to cook at the chef's table. (1 hour)
- 8:50am Masterchef: The Professionals: 20, 21. The four finalists are challenged to create a single exceptional and evocative dish inspired by a place that is special to them. (1 hour)
- 12:00pm Victorian Bakers at Christmas: 4, 4. How the Victorians invented Christmas as it's known today, through the eyes of four bakers, who make favourite festive products from a revolutionary era in British history. (1 hour)
- 6:45pm Meet the Moose Family: Nature documentary. In the wilds of the Rocky Mountains, a mother moose tends to her newborn calf. Cameraman Hugo Kitching follows the mother and calf through the four seasons. (1 hour)
- 9:20pm Dave Allen: God's Own Comedian: Reflecting on the career of the man once described as Britain's most controversial comic. Contains some strong language. (1 hour)
- 11:35pm Behind the Candelabra: When young Scott is introduced to supreme showman Liberace, the pair become lovers. Contains strong language and scenes of a sexual nature. (1 hour 55 minutes)
ITV HD (103)
- 6:00am Dino Dana: Dinos of a Feather: Edutainment series. Dana sets out to discover how dinosaurs made friends after she is excluded from hanging out with Saara. S1 Ep6 (10 minutes)
- 6:35am Thunderbirds Are Go: Growing Pains: Animated reboot. The Chaos Crew interrupt the pleasant and quiet life of Ned Tedford to steal an orchard growth serum from the highly secure Global Seed Vault. S3 Ep5 (25 minutes)
- 7:30am Mr. Bean: The Animated Series: Rat Trap: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Bean has to deal with an unwanted house guest, but the stubborn pest refuses to leave. S2 Ep8 (15 minutes)
- 7:45am Mr. Bean: The Animated Series: Valentine's Bean: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Bean tries to be romantic, but his idea of what that means proves very different to Irma's. S2 Ep9 (10 minutes)
- 1:50pm Midsomer Murders: Down Among the Dead Men: When a council clerk is shot dead, Barnaby and Jones discover that he was a blackmailer. They investigate which of his victims hated him enough to kill him. S9 Ep4 (2 hours)
- 3:50pm Paul O'Grady: For the Love of Dogs: In the last episode of the series, Paul O'Grady falls head over heels with a Pyrenean mountain called Linda, who has a problem with her bladder. S8 Ep8 (30 minutes)
- 4:50pm Shrek: Animated adventure featuring the voices of Mike Myers and Eddie Murphy, 2001. An ogre sets out on an epic quest with a talking donkey to rescue a princess from an evil curse. (1 hour 35 minutes)
- 7:25pm New: In For a Christmas Penny: Stephen Mulhern spreads some Christmas cheer on the streets of Manchester in a special Christmas edition of In For A Penny. (45 minutes)
- 8:10pm Casino Royale: Bond movie starring Daniel Craig and Eva Green, 2006. Newly-qualified James Bond is sent on his first mission to investigate a banker suspected of aiding international terrorism. (2 hours 45 minutes)
- 11:10pm Basic Instinct: Erotically-charged thriller starring Sharon Stone and Michael Douglas, 1992. A police detective engages in a battle of wits with a dangerously seductive novelist. (2 hours 10 minutes)
Channel 4 HD (104)
- 12:55am The Crystal Maze Celebrity...: ...Christmas Special: Richard Ayoade guides celebrity adventurers Christopher Biggins, Deborah Meaden, Jamie Laing, Frankie Bridge and Chris Kamara around a special panto-themed Maze. (55 minutes)
- 1:50am The Supervet: A Labrador puppy needs fitted plates and stem cell injections for elbow disease. And a Russian black terrier has a cancerous growth and is at risk of losing a leg. (S11 Ep4, 6) (55 minutes)
- 8:55am Everybody Loves Raymond: Christmas Present: Ray buys Debra an elaborate Christmas present in the hope that she'll let him go on a golfing weekend. (30 minutes)
- 9:25am The King of Queens: Baker's Doesn't: Doug and Carrie are roped into helping out at their church during the holidays: he guards the manger, while she tries to bake a cake. (30 minutes)
- 9:55am The Simpsons: Bart's Girlfriend: Bart falls for Reverend Lovejoy's rebellious daughter (guest star Meryl Streep). (30 minutes)
- 10:25am The Simpsons: Two Bad Neighbors: George Bush Sr moves into Evergreen Terrace, but Bart destroys his memoirs, sparking a feud between the ex-president and his new neighbour Homer. (30 minutes)
- 10:55am The Simpsons: Scenes from a Class Struggle in Springfield: The family are invited to join an exclusive country club, but while Homer, Bart and Lisa make themselves at home, Marge has trouble adjusting. (30 minutes)
- 11:25am The Simpsons: A Star Is Burns: Springfield launches a film festival, and Barney's haunting movie meditation on his alcoholism, 'Pukahontas', is on course to win. (35 minutes)
- 5:30pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas: Kirstie Allsopp shares her love of Christmas and festive crafting, from luxury presents using ordinary kitchen ingredients, to pop-up cards, sparkle wands, cocktails and stylish napkins. (1 hour)
- 6:30pm Jamie's Easy Christmas Countdown: Jamie Oliver offers a stress-free guide to festive feasting with his foolproof masterplan for turkey, stuffing and roast spuds, groovy veggie sides and, of course, fantastic gravy. (1 hour)
- 7:30pm Men in Black: (1997) Sci-fi comedy. Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith star as top-secret agents who monitor and hush up the presence of aliens on Earth - and discover one scary critter's deadly plot. (1 hour 50 minutes)
- 9:20pm Daddy's Home 2: (2017) Comedy sequel starring Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg, Mel Gibson and John Lithgow. There's trouble in store for the extended family when Dusty and Brad's fathers arrive for Christmas. (1 hour 55 minutes)
- 11:15pm The Inbetweeners Movie: (2011) Gross-out comedy with Simon Bird, Joe Thomas, Blake Harrison and James Buckley. School is over, so the lads celebrate with an outrageous holiday in Crete. Very strong language, sex. (1 hour 50 minutes)
Channel 5 HD (105)
- 4:00am NCIS: New Orleans: Drama series. The killing of a Petty Officer leads the team to a people-smuggling gang who will stop at nothing to keep their operation running. (S2 Ep 13) (45 minutes)
- 4:45am NCIS: New Orleans: Crime drama series. Mayor Hamilton and Special Agent Pride are kidnapped from their respective Mardi Gras parties and held hostage by an unknown assailant. (S2 Ep 14) (45 minutes)
CBBC (201)
- 7:20am Danger Mouse: Happy Boom Day! Animated series. Danger Mouse's plan to hold a surprise party for Professor Squawkencluck is undone when the Baron releases killer birthday presents into the world. (15 minutes)
- 8:00am Jamie Johnson: The Real Gothia Cup: The Real Gothia Cup. The Jamie Johnson cast tell the true story of their world youth cup journey. (35 minutes)
- 1:50pm Hetty Feather: The Return. Hetty and the gang play a prank on Sheila, but it has disastrous consequences when a young visitor with a secret arrives to stay at Calendar Hall. (30 minutes)
- 2:20pm Hetty Feather: The Proposal. Jack has a romantic proposal in mind, but a new butler spells trouble for the gang, while Ashok reveals his secret - a priceless diamond hidden in Calendar Hall. (25 minutes)
- 2:45pm Hetty Feather: The Hidden Compartment. The gang follow clues as they search for the Dawn Star, not realising that Ambrose is looking for it, too. (30 minutes)
- 3:15pm Hetty Feather: The Folly. Hetty and the gang find crucial clues to the Dawn Star, although Flo and Ambrose are now watching them closely. (30 minutes)
- 3:45pm Hetty Feather: The Tunnel. Lizzie discovers a secret tunnel with a clue, while the gang races Ambrose to find the jewel, and Hetty fears that Ashok is growing too friendly with Lady Grenford. (30 minutes)
- 4:15pm Hetty Feather: The Parchment. The gang realise they need to break through a wall to get to the jewel - but can they do it without being discovered? (25 minutes)
- 4:40pm Hetty Feather: The Secret Door. The gang are in danger when Rosamund leaves Lady Grenford and Ambrose in charge. Hetty finally cracks the code - but can the gang get to the Dawn Star in time? (30 minutes)
- 5:10pm Hetty Feather: The Accused. The gang are stunned when Hetty is accused of stealing the Dawn Star, and a fire in the barn leads to a dramatic escape. (35 minutes)
- 8:30pm Horrible Histories: Ridiculous Romantics. Horrible Histories charts the path towards true love. Henry VIII enlists the help of maitre d' Fred Sirieix as he tries to find the right wife. (30 minutes)
CBeebies (202)
- 6:20am Twirlywoos: Turning. Stop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos. Things get out of hand when Chickedy and Chick try to turn the pedals of a bike. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 7:15am Bing: Leaf Pictures. Bing and his friends are making leaf pictures, but the wind whisks Coco's picture off the table! Bing catches it by stamping on her picture, and now Coco is angry. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 7:25am Bing: Fire Engine. Bing doesn't get to sit in the fire engine but later gets to help out when Arlo is stuck. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 7:40am Hey Duggee: Tinsel Badge: The Tinsel Badge. Preschool animation. It's nearly Christmas and Duggee is wrapping presents to go under the tree. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 7:45am Peter Rabbit: The Tale of the Go-Kart Getaway. Animated series. Sammy Whiskers and Tommy Brock steal the rabbits' go-kart - with Cotton-tail on board! Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 8:10am Octonauts: Octonauts and the Emperor Penguins. Animation. The Octonauts journey across a dangerous expanse of ice to help a penguin mother get back to her family. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 8:25am Bitz & Bob: Snowy Sneezy Goat Gala. Animated preschool series. It's the Snowy Goat Gala, but all Little Bo Purl's goats have caught colds and are sneezing. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 8:35am The Furchester Hotel: Christmas...: ...Special. Christmas Special: Monster Monster Day. Elmo really wants Monster Monster to visit the Furchester, but there's a problem. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 9:20am Footy Pups: Fairness. Preschool sports series. Rachel and her team learn the importance of playing fairly, while the Footy Pups find themselves in a sticky situation. Also in HD. (20 minutes)
- 9:40am A CBeebies Christmas Carol: A Christmas Carol. Miserly Ebenezer Scrooge needs some CBeebies magic to help him care for those around him and share the joy of Christmas! Also in HD. (40 minutes)
- 10:55am Andy's Safari Adventures: Andy and the Catfish. Preschool wildlife series. When Mr Hammond's photo of a catfish is destroyed, Andy heads to a cave in Africa to track down a catfish and take a new picture. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 11:35am Topsy and Tim: Visiting School. Live-action children's show. Topsy and Tim are going to visit their new school and meet their new teacher, but they are worried about getting lost. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 11:45am Topsy and Tim: School Shoes. Live-action children's show. Topsy and Tim stomp around wearing their new school shoes. Topsy is so excited she can't sleep! Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 12:15pm Katie Morag: Katie Morag and the Golden Treasure. Live-action children's show set in Scotland. Katie Morag comes across a mystery map which shows her where to find treasure. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 12:30pm Sarah & Duck: Snowball Skate: Snowball Skate. Preschool animation. Sarah and Duck explore a winter fair in the park and discover an amazing skating rink inside a giant snowball! Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 1:00pm Where in the World?: Truc, Hamza and Rhys: Rhys Has a Snowball Fight. Preschool series. In Vietnam, Jordan and Canada we visit three children who are all having fun with their families. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 2:20pm Andy's Baby Animals: Too Hot Too Cold. Preschool wildlife series. Andy Day looks at a selection of baby animals as they learn how to warm up and cool down in different environments. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 2:30pm Junk Rescue: Silk Scarves. Danny, Zoe and the Junkyard Helpers find a box of torn silk scarves. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 3:00pm Bitz & Bob: Periscope Peril. Animated preschool series. Bitz has to unfreeze Bob, Bevel and Purl and get a tiara back from two castle trolls who have stolen it. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 4:40pm Treasure Champs: Creativity. When Kari is about to throw out an old box of rubbish, Barry shows her that they can use it for something creative instead. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 5:15pm Apple Tree House: Not My Patch. Preschool drama series. The children of Apple Tree House learn about taking responsibility as they help to tidy some mess on the estate. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 5:30pm Katie Morag: Katie Morag and the Dancing Class. Live-action children's show set in Scotland. Granma Mainland is very excited when Katie Morag joins the dancing class. Also in HD. (15 minutes)
- 5:45pm Sarah & Duck: Hair Cut. Animation for preschool children. Sarah's hair keeps getting in her way, so it's time for a trip to the hairdresser. Also in HD. (5 minutes)
- 5:50pm Charlie and Lola: Our Shop Sells Everything. Children's animation with the brother and sister. Lola and Lotta have a pretend shop that sells everything. They accidentally sell Charlie's goggles. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
- 6:10pm Clangers: One Dragon Band. Animation about a family of small creatures who live on, and inside, a planet. Major makes Baby Soup Dragon a one-dragon band kit. Also in HD. (10 minutes)
CITV (203)
- 6:00am Dino Dana: Dinos of a Feather: Edutainment series. Dana sets out to discover how dinosaurs made friends after she is excluded from hanging out with Saara. S1 Ep6 (10 minutes)
- 6:35am Thunderbirds Are Go: Growing Pains: Animated reboot. The Chaos Crew interrupt the pleasant and quiet life of Ned Tedford to steal an orchard growth serum from the highly secure Global Seed Vault. S3 Ep5 (25 minutes)
- 7:30am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Rat Trap: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Bean has to deal with an unwanted house guest, but the stubborn pest refuses to leave. S2 Ep8 (15 minutes)
- 7:45am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Valentine's Bean: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Bean tries to be romantic, but his idea of what that means proves very different to Irma's. S2 Ep9 (10 minutes)
- 9:25am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Opera Bean: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean ends up on stage at the opera house - in a dress. S2 Ep25 (15 minutes)
- 9:40am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Taxi Bean: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean takes a taxi to his local toy shop, but a dodgy cabbie thinks he can take Bean for a ride. S2 Ep26 (15 minutes)
- 9:55am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Muscle Bean: Mr Bean needs to impress Irma, who is infatuated with the hunky delivery man. Bean tries to improve his physique at the gym. S2 Ep27 (15 minutes)
- 10:10am Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. A New Friend: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean makes a new, flying friend. S2 Ep28 (15 minutes)
- 10:55am Wishfart: Christmas Times the Max: When Samuel wishes that it was Christmas in July, Dez gets to meet his hero Santa Claus. However, Santa needs his rest and will have none of it... S1 Ep26 (15 minutes)
- 11:24am Pokemon Sun and Moon:...: ... - Ultra Legends. A Recipe for Success!: Mallow has to cook for a very hungry Tapu Koko while she's helping out at Oranguru's restaurant. S22 Ep28 (31 minutes)
- 12:55pm Scooby-Doo...: ...Haunted Holidays. Scooby-Doo and the gang discover an abandoned haunted clock tower with a troubled past. (30 minutes)
- 3:30pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Young Bean: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler. When did Mr Bean first meet his teddy bear, and did he really learn to drive his Mini at the age of 10? S1 Ep20 (15 minutes)
- 3:45pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Green Bean: Animated antics. Mr Bean's electricity is cut off when Mrs Wicket sees her electricity bill, but Bean has a back-up idea - a wind turbine. S2 Ep5 (15 minutes)
- 4:00pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. The Big Freeze: It's cold, the boiler is broken, and Mr. Bean has to get warm, fast. S3 Ep16 (15 minutes)
- 4:15pm Mr. Bean: The...: ...Animated Series. Opera Bean: The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean ends up on stage at the opera house - in a dress. S2 Ep25 (15 minutes)
- 5:00pm Wishfart: Gross But Noble: A routine gum removal service call thrusts Akiko into battle with the Gum King. S1 Ep24 (15 minutes)
- 5:15pm Wishfart: Team Shazamrock!: Finnuala invites Dez to be guest speaker at her young leprechauns club, the Little Shamrocks, only for them to soon leave in a huff and start their own club. S1 Ep25 (15 minutes)
- 5:30pm Wishfart: Christmas Times the Max: When Samuel wishes that it was Christmas in July, Dez gets to meet his hero Santa Claus. However, Santa needs his rest and will have none of it... S1 Ep26 (15 minutes)
- 5:45pm Spy School: Operation: Fake News: The rookies must uncover Goldfist's latest dastardly plot to take over the world with misinformation and lies. S2 Ep13 (29 minutes)
- 6:14pm Pokemon Sun and Moon:...: ... - Ultra Legends. A Recipe for Success!: Mallow has to cook for a very hungry Tapu Koko while she's helping out at Oranguru's restaurant. S22 Ep28 (31 minutes)
- 6:45pm Pokemon Sun and Moon:...: ... - Ultra Legends. Spying for the Big Guy!: Jessie and others in Team Rocket have lied to Giovanni about catching a Bewear and now they don't know what to do. S22 Ep29 (25 minutes)
- 8:00pm Make It Pop: Xmas: The Gift: The kids get snowed in at MacKendrick and learn the meaning of Christmas. And they meet Linc, a mysterious new student. S2 Ep22 (25 minutes)
- 8:25pm Project Z: North East England: The evil zombie-like Zeds have taken over a school in the North East, and it's up to a handful of its bravest students to take on the horde and escape. S1 Ep3 (25 minutes)
CBBC HD (204)
- 7:20am Danger Mouse: Happy Boom Day! Animated series. Danger Mouse's plan to hold a surprise party for Professor Squawkencluck is undone when the Baron releases killer birthday presents into the world. (15 minutes)
- 8:00am Jamie Johnson: The Real Gothia Cup: The Real Gothia Cup. The Jamie Johnson cast tell the true story of their world youth cup journey. (35 minutes)
- 1:50pm Hetty Feather: The Return. Hetty and the gang play a prank on Sheila, but it has disastrous consequences when a young visitor with a secret arrives to stay at Calendar Hall. (30 minutes)
- 2:20pm Hetty Feather: The Proposal. Jack has a romantic proposal in mind, but a new butler spells trouble for the gang, while Ashok reveals his secret - a priceless diamond hidden in Calendar Hall. (25 minutes)
- 2:45pm Hetty Feather: The Hidden Compartment. The gang follow clues as they search for the Dawn Star, not realising that Ambrose is looking for it, too. (30 minutes)
- 3:15pm Hetty Feather: The Folly. Hetty and the gang find crucial clues to the Dawn Star, although Flo and Ambrose are now watching them closely. (30 minutes)
- 3:45pm Hetty Feather: The Tunnel. Lizzie discovers a secret tunnel with a clue, while the gang races Ambrose to find the jewel, and Hetty fears that Ashok is growing too friendly with Lady Grenford. (30 minutes)
- 4:15pm Hetty Feather: The Parchment. The gang realise they need to break through a wall to get to the jewel - but can they do it without being discovered? (25 minutes)
- 4:40pm Hetty Feather: The Secret Door. The gang are in danger when Rosamund leaves Lady Grenford and Ambrose in charge. Hetty finally cracks the code - but can the gang get to the Dawn Star in time? (30 minutes)
- 5:10pm Hetty Feather: The Accused. The gang are stunned when Hetty is accused of stealing the Dawn Star, and a fire in the barn leads to a dramatic escape. (35 minutes)
- 8:30pm Horrible Histories: Ridiculous Romantics. Horrible Histories charts the path towards true love. Henry VIII enlists the help of maitre d' Fred Sirieix as he tries to find the right wife. (30 minutes)