First Dates at Christmas
Fred Sirieix and his team head to a cosy, romantic British countryside pub for a festive edition of First Dates, as more single people hope to receive the perfect Christmas gift of love.
Travel Man
Travel Man Joe Lycett whisks Bill Bailey off to Iceland, for al fresco bathing, volcanoes, Northern Lights, husky sledding and snowflake bread.
Deck the Halls
From four-storey trees to miles of twinkling tinsel, the UK's busiest Christmas decorators transform our best-loved landmarks into the brightest winter wonderlands.
Ramsay's 24 Hours to Hell and Back
Can Gordon save a gastropub in Oak Park, California, that's close to ranches that are often used in TV and film productions? (S3 Ep7).
Undercover Boss Canada
Greg Roberts, CEO of fast-food chicken restaurant chain Mary Brown's, poses as a new employee to go undercover among the workers in his restaurants.
Frasier
Frasier is driven round the bend by the new lease of life that Niles has acquired following his midlife crisis. (S10 Ep9).
Frasier
Frasier and Niles enjoy the plush comforts of Seattle's premier spa and are happy with their pampering - until they discover there is a 'Gold Level'. (S10 Ep11).
Frasier
Tension mounts when Frasier is forced to share his studio and airtime with the station's new finance reporter, an arrogant ex-stock market analyst. (S10 Ep12).
Frasier
Lilith pays an unexpected visit to Seattle and tells Frasier that she would like another child through artificial insemination. (S10 Ep13).
Countdown
Colin Murray and Rachel Riley host as contestants race against the clock to pit their wits against vowels, consonants and numbers. Christopher Biggins joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner.
Cheers
The Woodman Strikes Back: On the day of the annual Boston Bloody Mary Competition, Sam and the Cheers gang are determined to beat Gary's Old Town Tavern. (S7 Ep10/22).
Cheers
Rebecca housesits for one of the company executives and looks after his pet dog, but when Sam comes over to lend a hand, the hound escapes. (S7 Ep11/22).
Cheers
Sam still believes he can win over Rebecca, especially when she admits there is a song that makes her feel romantic. Cliff trains a new female postal worker. (S7 Ep12/22).
The King of Queens
Doug sabotages Carrie's relationship with her new colleagues. Meanwhile, Spence and Danny use Arthur as a 'babe magnet'. (S6 Ep21/24).
The King of Queens
When Spence finds out that his ex-girlfriend Denise is getting married, he asks Doug, Deacon and Danny to help him change her mind. (S6 Ep22/24).
The King of Queens
Arthur convinces Spence to join him for a big shuffleboard tournament, but shuffleboard brings back dark memories for Spence. (S6 Ep23/24).
Frasier
In a double-length episode, Niles and Daphne discover that there's a price to pay for admitting their true love. (S8 Ep1).
Frasier
Frasier begs Martin to take a tour of a senior citizens' home so that he can ask out its attractive manager. (S8 Ep2).
Frasier
Frasier's bootlicking routine backfires when he invites his new boss, a nouveau-riche internet millionaire, to his tastefully decorated home. (S8 Ep3).
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Too Close for Christmas
(2020) Christmas romance with Jessica Lowndes. Hayley has a grudge with Paul and then her brother-in-law goes and brings him for Christmas. Can they get on for the sake of the holidays.
Jamie Cooks Christmas
Jamie Oliver gives the traditional turkey a run for its money with his festive porchetta and a hearty chestnut and Brussels sprouts pie, followed by a mulled wine pear pavlova. (Ep2/2).
Countdown
Colin Murray and Rachel Riley host as contestants race against the clock to pit their wits against vowels, consonants and numbers. Christopher Biggins joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner.
A Place in the Sun
Engaged couple Carrie and Alex plan to marry in Mallorca next year. Ben Hillman jets off to the island to help them find their dream holiday home. Will he manage a match made in heaven.
Chateau DIY at Christmas
The new series concludes. Will Nick and Nicole's wine cellar be finished for Christmas? Janet and Philip re-deck their halls. And there's a Christmas miracle for Bart and Sarah. (S4 Ep5/5).
Four in a Bed
The new run concludes with a special episode looking back at some of Four in a Bed's best (and worst) B&Bs, low scores, tense arguments, dramatic moments and behind-the-scenes gossip.
Kirstie's Handmade Christmas
We're decking the halls with all things handmade in Kirstie's best decoration competition, from robot baubles and henna decorations to a stained-glass gingerbread house. (S11 Ep3).
The Simpsons
The Simpsons are stuck with an unwanted house guest, Gil, at Christmas. And he stays for a whole year. until Marge throws him out on Christmas Eve. (S18 Ep9/22).
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Junior Taskmaster
It's the second and last semi-final, and our youthful competitors go all out to impress Rose Matafeo in a show jam-packed with tension, caterpillars and a bit of detective work. (Ep7/8).
Celebrity Gogglebox
A look back over the standout moments from Series 6, when the celebs watched Bridgerton, MILF Manor, Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, and Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election.
The Last Leg
Richard Coles and Alex Jones get into the Christmas spirit with Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker in an edition gift-wrapped with festive cheer and merry leglessness! (S31 Ep9).
8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown...
Jimmy Carr, Rachel Riley and Susie Dent are joined by Jon Richardson, Jack Dee, Lee Mack, Rose Matafeo, Joe Wilkinson and Stevie Martin for a festive special.
8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown...
Jimmy Carr, Rachel Riley and Susie Dent are joined by Jon Richardson, Jack Dee, Lee Mack, Rose Matafeo, Joe Wilkinson and Stevie Martin for a festive special.
Sleepy Hollow
(2000) Supernatural horror. Johnny Depp and Christina Ricci star in Tim Burton's blood-curdling Gothic tale of a headless horseman who's going round lopping folks' heads off.
Ramsay's 24 Hours to Hell and Back
Brad and Steven's pizza joint in Conway, Arkansas, was initially a success, but business dipped when it developed a reputation for passionless food. (S3 Ep8).
Undercover Boss Canada
Katharine Schmidt, executive director of non-profit organisation Food Banks Canada, goes incognito on the front line, as demand is at an all-time high.
Sunday Brunch Best Bits
Actor and comedian Will Arnett joins Tim Lovejoy and Simon Rimmer in a compilation of highlights from Sunday Brunch.
Jamie's Comfort Food
Jamie Oliver takes the nation's favourite dishes to the next level. In this episode, he cooks the ultimate chicken Kiev.
Frasier
Niles plans a very special dinner party to mark the purchase of a new painting he's bought for Daphne. (S10 Ep14).
Frasier
Frasier asks an attractive gym coach to team up with him for a squash tournament, then develops a massive crush on her. (S10 Ep15).
Frasier
Frasier and Niles are volunteered to participate in a bike-a-thon for AIDS research. Unfortunately, neither of them can ride a bike. (S10 Ep16).
Frasier
Frasier is jealous when his depressed station manager finds more comfort in Martin's advice than Frasier's psychiatry. Niles and Daphne study yoga. (S10 Ep17).
Alvin and the Chipmunks
(2007) Part-animated family drama. Struggling songwriter Jason Lee's job is at risk - until he meets Alvin and his family of singing chipmunks.
The Simpsons
Bart gets on the wrong side of a scary security guard - and Marge - when he steals the latest computer game from the Try-N-Save. (S7 Ep11/25).
The Simpsons
The Simpsons are stuck with an unwanted house guest, Gil, at Christmas. And he stays for a whole year. until Marge throws him out on Christmas Eve. (S18 Ep9/22).
The Simpsons
When a huge snowdrift engulfs the school, Bart leads the kids in a rebellion, gagging Principal Skinner and tying him to a chair as they run amok. (S12 Ep8/21).
The Simpsons
After a terrible Black Friday when Marge can't buy the right gifts, can the Simpsons have a relaxing Christmas in Florida? (S30 Ep10/23).
Homegrown Christmas
(2018) Romcom. A successful woman moves back to her hometown to decompress, and ends up organising her high school's Christmas dance with her ex. Can annoyance develop into love.
Four in a Bed
Stu and Ali hope to impress their guests in Lancashire with a trip to a farm to see some baby lambs. But there's an unwelcome discovery at breakfast.
Four in a Bed
In the Lake District, Julie and Sarah plan to give the B&Bers a touch of luxury. The view from breakfast is beautiful - until a sausage causes a problem.
Four in a Bed
Sue and Judith host in Cumbria, where the early signs indicate it could be a flawless visit. So why are the hosts scratching their heads at feedback.
Four in a Bed
The week's final visit is to East Lothian. Gavin and Rosie hope to persuade their guests of the merits of glamping. But not everyone is convinced.
Four in a Bed
The B&Bers try to get their heads around all manner of things on payment day, from facilities faults to shoddy sleep scores. Who will reign supreme.
Scrooged
(1988) Dark Christmas comedy. Bill Murray stars in this take on Dickens' classic as a misanthropic TV executive whose life is turned around by three very different Christmas ghosts.
Stardust
(2007) Magical family fantasy with Charlie Cox, Sienna Miller, Claire Danes and Robert De Niro. A man must enter a dangerous, mystical world to capture a fallen star for his beloved.
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Armageddon
(1998) Michael Bay's star-studded disaster movie starring Bruce Willis. The world's greatest drillers are sent into space to nuke a huge asteroid that's hurtling towards the Earth.
Bohemian Rhapsody
(2018) Rami Malek turns in an Oscar-winning performance as Freddie Mercury in this rollercoaster musical biopic of the late Queen frontman. Big tunes. Big drama. Bigger teeth.
Apocalypse Now
(1979) Final cut of Coppola's award-laden take on the Vietnam War, with Martin Sheen and Marlon Brando. An assassin travels upriver to terminate a renegade colonel with extreme prejudice.
Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares
Gordon Ramsay gets stuck into the kitchens of Clubway 41. Despite being voted Blackpool's Restaurant of the Year, it's in trouble, with a bizarre menu and demoralised staff. (S2 Ep7/8).
Undercover Boss Canada
Richard Andersen, CEO of Northlands, Edmonton's multi-million-dollar sports and entertainment complex, dons an extreme disguise to work undercover among his employees.
Hollyoaks Omnibus
A day of celebration takes an unexpected turn. The Osbornes rally around Nancy after her shock collapse. And when Marie makes herself look guilty, can the McQueens get to the bottom of it.
Alvin and the Chipmunks...
(2009) The animated singing rodents return for another family adventure. This time they must cope with school and a rivalry with a female singing group.
The Simpsons
Richard Gere (guest starring as himself) convinces Lisa to become a Buddhist after Bart and Homer burn the church down with a rocket. (S13 Ep6/22).
The Simpsons
When a huge snowdrift engulfs the school, Bart leads the kids in a rebellion, gagging Principal Skinner and tying him to a chair as they run amok. (S12 Ep8/21).
The Simpsons
The Simpsons are stuck with an unwanted house guest, Gil, at Christmas. And he stays for a whole year. until Marge throws him out on Christmas Eve. (S18 Ep9/22).
The Simpsons
Bart gets on the wrong side of a scary security guard - and Marge - when he steals the latest computer game from the Try-N-Save. (S7 Ep11/25).
Sunday Brunch
Nitro from Gladiators chats about this year's Strictly Christmas special. And there's live music from Reverend and the Makers.
Lemony Snicket's A Series of...
(2004) Gothic family comedy. Jim Carrey stars as the evil, scheming Count Olaf, who will do whatever it takes to deprive three young orphans of their inheritance.
The Snowman
Raymond Briggs' classic animated tale of a little boy's snowman who comes to life and whisks him off to the North Pole for an adventure.
Ron's Gone Wrong
(2021) Animated comedy with Zach Galifianakis, Olivia Colman and Rob Delaney. Barney just wants a smart robot friend like the rest of his school. But will a faulty unit do the trick.
The Snowman and the Snowdog
Charming animated sequel to Raymond Briggs' classic The Snowman. When a young boy and his mother move house, he builds a snowman and a snowdog who magically come to life.
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London Zoo at Christmas
London Zoo prepares for Christmas, from complicated animal moves and new arrivals, to transforming into a magical winter wonderland.
Alpine Train at Christmas
Climb aboard for a festive treat as we ride the Bernina Express through spectacularly stunning Alpine landscapes, taking in snow-covered peaks, architectural wonders and majestic glaciers.
Ken Bruce
Ken curates the ultimate festive playlist, as Jona Lewie, Liz Mitchell, Paul Young and more share the stories behind the hits and add their picks to the Yuletide mix.
Die Hard
(1988) Action-thriller with Bruce Willis and Alan Rickman. Can a New York cop free the hostages being held in a skyscraper by an arch villain? Yippee ki-yay. whoops, can't say that here.
Patriot Games
(1992) Thriller with Harrison Ford and Sean Bean. An ex-CIA agent foils an IRA assassination plot. But a vengeful IRA man follows him back to America.
Patriot Games
(1992) Thriller with Harrison Ford and Sean Bean. An ex-CIA agent foils an IRA assassination plot. But a vengeful IRA man follows him back to America.
Frasier
Frasier is upset when his son Frederick - who is now a goth - ignores him on a visit to Seattle, preferring to spend all his time with a girl. (S11 Ep11).
Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide...
Josie brings festive cheer with the ultimate gift guide, like what to get your grandparents and your hamster! Plus: how to navigate the perils of Secret Santa. (Ep1/2).
Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide...
Josie gives us the lowdown on the best Christmas crackers, top gifts for toddlers, the tastiest festive nibbles and the cocktails that we just must try. (Ep2/2).
Undercover Boss Canada
Nadia Di Donato, creative director of Liberty Entertainment Group, swaps business life for cleaning piles of dirty dishes as she works undercover in her own bars and restaurants.
Junior Taskmaster
It's the second and last semi-final, and our youthful competitors go all out to impress Rose Matafeo in a show jam-packed with tension, caterpillars and a bit of detective work. (Ep7/8).
Alvin and the Chipmunks:...
(2011) Family comedy. The Chipmunks and Chipettes get stranded on an island after parasailing off a ship. Can Dave rescue them in time for the International Music Awards.
The Simpsons
The Simpsons are stuck with an unwanted house guest, Gil, at Christmas. And he stays for a whole year. until Marge throws him out on Christmas Eve. (S18 Ep9/22).
Cheers
Working late at the bar on Christmas Eve, Sam realises that everyone has bought Rebecca a present, so he rushes around in a panic to find a last-minute gift. (S6 Ep12/25).
Cheers
When Sam hears that the friend who bought his beloved car has died, he plots and schemes to get it back. Rebecca takes to Woody and Kelly's pet pig. (S11 Ep11/28).
Frasier
A scheming Frasier works his way into hosting the annual televised Christmas parade but is horrified to learn that his protΓ©gΓ©e Dr Mary is his co-host. (S8 Ep7).
Everybody Loves Raymond
Ray buys Debra an elaborate Christmas present, in the hope that she'll let him go on a golfing weekend. (S5 Ep11).
Everybody Loves Raymond
After Ray lies to Debra, saying that he has bought her an incredibly thoughtful Christmas present, he frantically tries to figure out what to get her. (S7 Ep11).
Everybody Loves Raymond
Marie is jealous when she receives a letter from a relative saying how wonderful her life is. (S6 Ep12).
Everybody Loves Raymond
All Ray wants for Christmas is a little loving from his wife, but they can't get any privacy. (S2 Ep12).
Everybody Loves Raymond
Ray thinks that a family portrait would make a great Christmas present for his parents, until Marie and Debra clash over who counts as 'family'. (S4 Ep11).
The Simpsons
When a huge snowdrift engulfs the school, Bart leads the kids in a rebellion, gagging Principal Skinner and tying him to a chair as they run amok. (S12 Ep8/21).
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The Simpsons
Richard Gere (guest starring as himself) convinces Lisa to become a Buddhist after Bart and Homer burn the church down with a rocket. (S13 Ep6/22).
The Simpsons
After a terrible Black Friday when Marge can't buy the right gifts, can the Simpsons have a relaxing Christmas in Florida? (S30 Ep10/23).
The Dog House at Christmas
A flurry of festive matchmaking at Woodgreen Pets Charity. The team make their abandoned dogs feel extra special at this time of year, but can they find them homes in time for Christmas.
The Great Christmas Bake Off 2022
Gaby Roslin, Sir Tony Robinson, Miquita Oliver, Terry Christian and Claire Sweeney compete for Christmas Star Baker, and the English National Ballet perform the beautiful Swan Lake.
Kirstie's Handmade Christmas
Kirstie welcomes back the winning quartet to compete one last time to create a glorious, showstopping festive table. Whose divine display will 'sleigh' Christmas day? (S12 Ep5/5).
Jamie Cooks Christmas
Jamie Oliver brings festive flair to his gnarly fare. He makes cheesy filo parcels with a tangy cranberry dip, festive-spiced root veg, party kebabs and sticky toffee pudding. (Ep1/2).
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Jamie Cooks Christmas
Jamie Oliver gives the traditional turkey a run for its money with his festive porchetta and a hearty chestnut and Brussels sprouts pie, followed by a mulled wine pear pavlova. (Ep2/2).
Junior Taskmaster
Tent construction, memory-based mayhem and an olive fiasco. Welcome to the Junior Taskmaster grand final! Which whip-smart whippersnapper will be crowned the first-ever champion? (Ep8/8).
Christmas at Lapland UK
In Royal Berkshire, Lapland is recreated by the Battle family and their vast team of helpers, conjuring a vivid realm of elves, toys, snow, reindeers, and the big man himself - Santa.
Bullet Train
(2022) Leaving from Platform 4 - a high octane, Shinkansen-set comedy thriller with Brad Pitt, Joey King and Michael Shannon. A jaded assassin does one last job on a villain-packed train.
Clear and Present Danger
(1994) Thriller with Harrison Ford. Can CIA agent Jack Ryan rescue US troops abandoned in Colombia, with only a renegade agent to help? Wouldn't bet against him. With Willem Dafoe.
Clear and Present Danger
(1994) Thriller with Harrison Ford. Can CIA agent Jack Ryan rescue US troops abandoned in Colombia, with only a renegade agent to help? Wouldn't bet against him. With Willem Dafoe.
Travel Man
In this festive special, Joe Lycett and Stephen Mangan romp around Rio de Janeiro as they take to the skies, try out their samba skills and learn to cook a Christmas dinner Brazilian-style.
Frasier
A scheming Frasier works his way into hosting the annual televised Christmas parade but is horrified to learn that his protΓ©gΓ©e Dr Mary is his co-host. (S8 Ep7).
Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares
Gordon Ramsay grapples with girl power when he takes on Morgan's, an intimate family-run restaurant in the heart of WAG territory near Liverpool. (S3 Ep4/6).
Undercover Boss Canada
Dean Johnson, president of Sodexo Canada, dons a disguise to work undercover in his own organisation - scrubbing hospital floors and flipping burgers for queues of students.
Kirstie's Handmade Christmas
Kirstie Allsopp welcomes Christmas 2024 with some glorious crafting. Four marvellous makers design tremendous trees with personal stories. (S12 Ep1/5).
Alvin and the Chipmunks
(2015) Family comedy. When Alvin, Simon and Theodore discover that Dave (Jason Lee) has an engagement ring, they set out to sabotage his proposal.
The Tiger Who Came to Tea
Animated, fun-filled adventure based on the classic story by Judith Kerr. Sophie and her mummy are having tea when a tiger arrives at their door and eats them out of house and home.
The Snowman
Raymond Briggs' classic animated tale of a little boy's snowman who comes to life and whisks him off to the North Pole for an adventure.
Father Christmas
Classic animation based on Raymond Briggs' book. What does Father Christmas do with himself for the other 364 days of the year? Here's a chance to find out. Voiced by Mel Smith.
The Snowman and the Snowdog
Charming animated sequel to Raymond Briggs' classic The Snowman. When a young boy and his mother move house, he builds a snowman and a snowdog who magically come to life.
The Simpsons
The Simpsons are stuck with an unwanted house guest, Gil, at Christmas. And he stays for a whole year. until Marge throws him out on Christmas Eve. (S18 Ep9/22).
The Simpsons
When radioactive steam from the nuclear power plant mixes with pollution, snow falls over Springfield and the town is inundated with holiday revellers. (S25 Ep8/22).
The Simpsons
After a terrible Black Friday when Marge can't buy the right gifts, can the Simpsons have a relaxing Christmas in Florida? (S30 Ep10/23).
The Simpsons
Marge has to spend the family's Christmas money on getting Bart's tattoo removed. So Homer gets a job as Santa but bets his wages on a dog. (S1 Ep1/13).
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Close Encounters of the Third...
(1977) The director's cut of Steven Spielberg's classic movie. Roy Neary (Richard Dreyfuss) witnesses UFO activity and becomes obsessed with finding out the truth.
A Christmas Carol
(1984) George C. Scott stars in Clive Donner's adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic festive fantasy. The miserly curmudgeon Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by three ghosts of Christmas.
The Snowman
Raymond Briggs' classic animated tale of a little boy's snowman who comes to life and whisks him off to the North Pole for an adventure.
Mog's Christmas
Family animation. The Thomas family's cat Mog is feeling ignored on Christmas Eve, so she decides to spend the night on the roof. With the voices of Benedict Cumberbatch and Claire Foy.
The Snowman and the Snowdog
Charming animated sequel to Raymond Briggs' classic The Snowman. When a young boy and his mother move house, he builds a snowman and a snowdog who magically come to life.
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Channel 4's flagship news programme. Including the weather.
Home Alone
(1990) Classic family comedy starring Macaulay Culkin. A boy's parents forget to take him on holiday with them. Then two inept burglars turn up. Can our resourceful young hero outwit them.
The Great Christmas Bake...
Natalie Cassidy, Chris Bisson, Dean Gaffney, Shobna Gulati and Sheree Murphy take on three festive challenges. Who'll cobble something together and who'll be Queen Vic-torious.
Gogglebox 2024
As the Goggleboxers hang up their Christmas stockings, this bumper edition provides a very merry look at the best of the current series. (S24 Ep15).
8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown...
Jimmy Carr hosts as Cats Does Countdown does Christmas. Joe Lycett and Danny Dyer play Jon Richardson and Roisin Conaty. With Mr Swallow and Joe Wilkinson.
8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown...
Jimmy Carr hosts as Cats Does Countdown does Christmas. Joe Lycett and Danny Dyer play Jon Richardson and Roisin Conaty. With Mr Swallow and Joe Wilkinson.
Sarah Millican Home Bird Live
Award-winning comedian Sarah Millican perfoms to her home crowd at Newcastle's Tyne Theatre. Join her for some funny observations on domestic bliss, including bras, cats and loads of mugs.
Greg Davies
Greg's hugely successful and acclaimed debut stand-up show from 2011, which was a huge hit at the Edinburgh Festival and went on a sell-out, UK-wide tour.
Ken Bruce
Ken curates the ultimate festive playlist as stars including Jona Lewie, Liz Mitchell and Paul Young share the stories behind the hits and add their picks to the Yuletide mix.
The Last Leg
Richard Coles and Alex Jones get into the Christmas spirit with Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker in an edition gift-wrapped with festive cheer and merry leglessness! (S31 Ep9).
The Great Christmas Bake Off 2024
Natalie Cassidy, Chris Bisson, Dean Gaffney, Shobna Gulati and Sheree Murphy take on three festive challenges. Who'll just about cobble something together, and who'll be Queen Vic-torious.
Kirstie's Handmade Christmas
It's all about genius gift-making as four crafters create an exquisite mirror sign, a hand-whittled brooch, a chainsaw-carved partridge and a screen-printed advent calendar. (S12 Ep2/5).
The Bear
Classic animation from Raymond Briggs. A large, furry polar bear arrives from the zoo to take up temporary residence with a little girl. With singing from a young Charlotte Church.
The Snowman and the Snowdog
Charming animated sequel to Raymond Briggs' classic The Snowman. When a young boy and his mother move house, he builds a snowman and a snowdog who magically come to life.
Father Christmas
Classic animation based on Raymond Briggs' book. What does Father Christmas do with himself for the other 364 days of the year? Here's a chance to find out. Voiced by Mel Smith.
The Tiger Who Came to Tea
Animated, fun-filled adventure based on the classic story by Judith Kerr. Sophie and her mummy are having tea when a tiger arrives at their door and eats them out of house and home.
Monsters v Aliens
(2009) Animated adventure comedy voiced by Reese Witherspoon, Seth Rogan, Hugh Laurie and Will Arnett. A group of misfit monsters battle an extraterrestrial threat.
Shrek Forever After
(2010) Animated adventure. In the ogre's fourth feature-length escapade, Shrek makes an unwise bargain with Rumpelstiltskin. With the voices of Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz and Eddie Murphy.
The Snowman
Raymond Briggs' classic animated tale of a little boy's snowman who comes to life and whisks him off to the North Pole for an adventure.
Mog's Christmas
Family animation. The Thomas family's cat Mog is feeling ignored on Christmas Eve, so she decides to spend the night on the roof. With the voices of Benedict Cumberbatch and Claire Foy.
The Snowman and the Snowdog
Charming animated sequel to Raymond Briggs' classic The Snowman. When a young boy and his mother move house, he builds a snowman and a snowdog who magically come to life.
The Great Christmas Bake Off 2024
Natalie Cassidy, Chris Bisson, Dean Gaffney, Shobna Gulati and Sheree Murphy take on three festive challenges. Who'll just about cobble something together, and who'll be Queen Vic-torious.
The Italian Job
(1969) Classic British crime caper with Michael Caine from a time when Minis were actually small. Can a gang of British robbers only blow the doors off and get the gold.
Channel 4's Alternative...
Channel 4 brings viewers a thought-provoking message at Christmas - often related to the events of the past year.
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Miracle on 34th Street
(1994) Festive family drama. Richard Attenborough stars as a department store Santa who insists he's the real Santa Claus. But can he prove it in court.
The Piano at Christmas
Claudia, Mika and Lang Lang are back with some festive, show-stopping performances featuring old and new friends at London's Battersea Power Station.
Raiders of the Lost Ark
(1981) Harrison Ford's first outing as swashbuckling archaeology professor Indiana Jones. Can he get to the Ark of the Covenant before the Nazis do, in Steven Spielberg's action-adventure.
Notting Hill
(1999) Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts star in the hugely popular comedy romance about a lowly bookshop owner who manages to get a glamorous movie star to go out with him. With Rhys Ifans.
Notting Hill
(1999) Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts star in the hugely popular comedy romance about a lowly bookshop owner who manages to get a glamorous movie star to go out with him. With Rhys Ifans.
East Is East
(1999) Comedy with Jimi Mistry and Om Puri. A Pakistani chippy owner tries to raise his kids amid cultural tensions in 1970s Salford.
Celebrity Gogglebox
A look back over the standout moments from Series 6, when the celebs watched Bridgerton, MILF Manor, Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, and Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election.
Channel 4's Alternative...
Channel 4 brings viewers a thought-provoking message at Christmas - often related to the events of the past year.
The Piano at Christmas
Claudia, Mika and Lang Lang are back with some festive, show-stopping performances featuring old and new friends at London's Battersea Power Station.
Kirstie's Fill Your House for Free
Kirstie Allsopp proves that free can be fabulous as she helps people transform their homes for next to nothing. In this episode, she explores upcycling in Bath.
Chateau DIY at Christmas
Tim and Krys host a gingerbread competition. Terry and Ashley transform a stable block. Can Bart and Sarah get their barn ready for their extravaganza? (S4 Ep4/5).
The Simpsons
When Homer returns from a nuclear power convention a changed man, Lisa suspects that he might have been brainwashed and hires an FBI agent to investigate. (S25 Ep1/22).
The Simpsons
Homer, Marge, Mr Burns and Kent Brockman each ponder past regrets after the funeral of a much-loved neighbour. (S25 Ep3/22).
The Simpsons
Homer embraces a you-only-live-once lifestyle when his old pen pal Eduardo comes to visit. Lisa initiates a new student honour code. (S25 Ep4/22).
The Simpsons
When Homer helps deliver a baby in a lift, the mother decides to name the child Homer Jr, and Homer quickly develops a deep emotional bond with his young namesake. (S25 Ep3/22).
The Simpsons
Lisa befriends studious newcomer Isabel but is distressed when her new buddy runs against her in the campaign for class representative. (S25 Ep6/22).
The Simpsons
Richard Gere (guest starring as himself) convinces Lisa to become a Buddhist after Bart and Homer burn the church down with a rocket. (S13 Ep6/22).
Tad the Lost Explorer and the...
(2017) Animated adventure. Bumbling explorer Tad Jones returns to rescue the girl he fancies, using a notebook of clues to help find King Midas's necklace.
The Dog House at Christmas
'Tis the season to be matchmaking. Jazz hopes Crackers, a Patterdale cross, will make a cuddly companion for her dad. And can twins Noah and Toby learn to share a puppy called Jeff.
Christmas at Lapland UK
In Royal Berkshire, Lapland is recreated by the Battle family and their vast team of helpers, conjuring a vivid realm of elves, toys, snow, reindeers, and the big man himself - Santa.
Jamie's Christmas Shortcuts
Jamie Oliver transforms leftovers into delicious dishes for a cosy Betwixmas, from veg tarte Tatin and sprout Caesar salad to winter veg gnocchi and panettone Black Forest trifle. (Ep2/2).
A Very British Hotel at Christmas
Brown's, London's oldest luxury hotel, invites viewers behind the scenes for the very first time as it gears up for its busiest and most magical season.
Dad's Army
(1971) Film version of the popular comedy series set in 1940. The Walmington-on-Sea Home Guard, led by Arthur Lowe's Captain Mainwaring, bumble through a series of misadventures.
Zulu
(1964) Epic war drama. Michael Caine and Stanley Baker play two British officers in South Africa charged with the 1879 defence of Rorke's Drift from 4000 Zulu warriors.
Channel 4 News
Channel 4's flagship news programme. Including the weather.
Indiana Jones and the Temple of...
(1984) Harrison Ford returns as the man with a whip in Spielberg's action adventure. Indy heads to India to find a mystical stone that a sinister cult have stolen from a village.
The Festive Pottery Throw...
BabΓ‘tΓΊndΓ© AlΓ©shΓ©, Martin Kemp, Rachel Riley and Tom Rosenthal hand-build a winter wonderland and let it throw, let it throw, let it throw. with wine coolers aplenty.
Gogglebox 2024
As the Goggleboxers hang up their Christmas stockings, a bumper edition takes a merry look at the best of the latest series, from Strictly and MAFS to Rivals, The Piano and Asia. (S24 Ep15).