Best Christmas TV for 2025 – your guide to what’s worth watching

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TV is ending the year strong, with several excellent shows either returning for new seasons or premiering just in time for the holidays. It’s shaping up to be a fantastic finish to 2025.

Viewers can look forward to the return of popular shows like The Traitors and The Night Manager, plus special Christmas episodes of their favorite soaps. There are also festive editions of shows like All Creatures Great and Small, Amandaland, Bullseye, Call the Midwife, and Death in Paradise, with many more holiday programs on the way.

No Christmas would be complete without a few feel-good specials! This year, families can enjoy the animated adventure The Scarecrow’s Wedding by Julia Donaldson, alongside the comedy of Guz Khan’s Stuffed and a new show from Brendan O’Carroll, Shedites.

Enjoy holiday specials of popular shows like The Masked Singer, Taskmaster, MasterChef, and Strictly Come Dancing. This will be the final season hosted by Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, as they won’t be returning for future series.

Instead of listing everything here, keep scrolling to discover the shows airing during the holidays and where you can watch them.

Best Christmas TV for 2025 – your guide to what’s worth watching

1. Amandaland Christmas special

Get ready to revisit SoHa! The popular spin-off, Amandaland, is returning for a special holiday episode!

I’m really excited for the new season! Lucy Punch is back as Amanda, which is fantastic – she’s always so funny. And Joanna Lumley returns as her mother, Felicity, but get this – Jennifer Saunders, her co-star from ‘Absolutely Fabulous,’ is joining the cast as Felicity’s sister, Aunt Joan! Apparently, Aunt Joan is a total contrast to Felicity – think loud, enthusiastic, and very upper-class, but in a completely different way. It’s going to be brilliant seeing those two together again!

Amanda’s family is going to Aunt Joan’s country house for Christmas, but things get complicated when Mal and Anne join them. Amanda hopes to recapture the special Christmas memories she has of that place, but finds it difficult.

The Amandaland Christmas special will air on BBC One and iPlayer on Christmas Day at 9:15pm.

2. The Night Manager season 2

As a huge fan of the original, I was thrilled to hear The Night Manager is back! It’s been nine years since we last saw Jonathan Pine, and Tom Hiddleston is reprising his role for another really intense mission. This time, he gets tangled up with a dangerous new character – Teddy Dos Santos, a Colombian businessman played by Diego Calva. It looks like things are about to get seriously explosive!

The series will also feature returning cast members like Olivia Colman (known for The Crown) as Angela Burr, Alistair Petrie (from Sex Education) as Sandy Langbourne, Douglas Hodge (who appeared in Joker) as Rex Mayhew, Michael Nardone (from Traces) as Frisky, and Noah Jupe (of A Quiet Place) as Daniel Roper. Joining them are new additions to the cast, including Camila Morrone (Daisy Jones & The Six), Indira Varma (Doctor Who), Paul Chahidi (Wicked Little Letters), and Hayley Squires (Adult Material).

The second season of The Night Manager will begin airing on BBC One and iPlayer on New Year’s Day, January 1st, 2026, at 9:05 PM.

3. All Creatures Great and Small Christmas special

The story takes place at Christmas 1945, the first Christmas after the war. Helen isn’t feeling well, so James has to organize the Christmas nativity play in Darrowby.

Elsewhere, Siegfried returns to Mrs. Stokes’s Farm to check on Hilda the goat, who’s been getting into trouble again. Meanwhile, Mrs. Hall is focused on winning the local darts competition, hoping to claim the first-place prize: a turkey, which is hard to come by because of the war.

The housekeeper at Skeldale is encouraging everyone to improve their skills, hoping it will help them succeed. However, a surprise visit from an old friend throws her and Siegfried off balance, leading the vet to make a major decision about what he wants to do. At the same time, Tristan and Charlotte are becoming increasingly close.

All Creatures Great and Small Christmas special 2025 will air on 5 on Christmas Eve at 9pm.

4. Call the Midwife Christmas specials

This year, fans of Call the Midwife are in for a treat with not one, but two Christmas specials! They promise to be as touching, funny, and heartwarming as ever.

Details about the storylines are still secret, but we can share that the new episodes will include a Christmas parade in Poplar, lots of fantastic costumes, and a more stable relationship between Trixie and Matthew.

Two special episodes of Call the Midwife will be shown on BBC One and iPlayer: one at 8:15pm on Christmas Day and another at 8:30pm on Boxing Day.

5. EastEnders

This year’s EastEnders Christmas special promises plenty of drama! Kat Moon will face a difficult challenge as a mother, and viewers will see the return of some familiar faces – Pat and Barry – as part of Nigel’s storyline about dementia. Plus, there’s a glimpse into the future with Max Branning, and Sam Mitchell is set to reappear.

The EastEnders Christmas episodes will air on BBC One and iPlayer at 7:45pm and 9:45pm.

6. Death in Paradise Christmas special

Get ready to return to the beautiful island of Saint Marie for a special holiday installment of the beloved detective show! Alongside your favorite regular cast members, this year’s celebration features guest stars Josie Lawrence, Kate Ashfield, Pearl Mackie, James Baxter, Billy Harris, Oriana Charles, and Alix Serman.

This Christmas, the festive season takes a sinister turn when a body is discovered at a Caribbean villa during an office Christmas party, with the events unfolding in both Saint Marie and Swindon.

The Death in Paradise Christmas Special will air on BBC One and iPlayer on 28th December at 8:30pm.

7. Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special

This year’s Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special will feature six couples competing for the title of Strictly Christmas Champion.

This is the last season Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman will host, but all the judges – Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, and Anton Du Beke – are back, meaning we’re sure to see both positive and critical feedback.

You can watch the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Christmas Day at 5:30 PM.

8. The Scarecrow’s Wedding

Each Christmas, a new animated film based on a book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler has become a beloved tradition.

This year, the charming story of two loving scarecrows is being brought to life with animation. The voice cast features well-known actors like Rob Brydon (from Gavin and Stacey) as Reginald Rake, Jessie Buckley (Wicked Little Letters) as Betty O’Barley, Domhnall Gleeson (About Time) as Harry O’Hay, and Sophie Okonedo (Slow Horses) narrating the story.

The Scarecrow’s Wedding will air on BBC One and iPlayer on Christmas Day at 3:10pm.

9. Beyond Paradise Christmas special

This year’s Christmas special takes us back to Shipton Abbot, and features guest appearances by Adrian Edmondson (known from ‘Alien: Earth’), James Lance (of ‘Ted Lasso’), and Jonny Weldon (‘One Day’).

The team at Shipton Abbott police station is puzzled when a man with amnesia is found on their doorstep, clutching a photo of Humphrey. As they try to figure out his identity, they’re also dealing with a busy holiday season and a string of other cases.

Meanwhile, with Anne and Zoe’s assistance, Martha rushes to complete her secret project. At the same time, Kelby attempts to help a man stuck inside a snowman suit.

With surprise guests arriving, a surge in holiday crimes, and a touching reunion in the works, the team has a lot on its plate. Can they handle everything and still be prepared for a major discovery?

The Beyond Paradise Christmas special will air on BBC One and iPlayer on 21st December at 9pm.

10. Run Away

Watching a Harlan Coben thriller has become a New Year’s Day tradition for many, and this year’s offering, “Run Away,” is perfectly timed to help you relax after New Year’s celebrations or before heading back to work.

The latest series boasts a fantastic cast, including Ruth Jones and James Nesbitt, known from Gavin & Stacey. Jones plays private investigator Elena Ravenscroft, while Nesbitt portrays Simon Greene, a bewildered dad.

Simon Nesbitt seemed to have it all – a wonderful family, a successful career, and a beautiful home. However, when his oldest daughter, Paige, ran away, his life began to unravel.

He finally locates her – fragile and struggling with drug use – in a park, giving him the opportunity to bring her home. However, she’s with someone else, and a disagreement quickly turns dangerous and shockingly violent.

After the event, Simon feels the pain of losing his daughter all over again. His desperate search for her leads him into a shadowy and perilous world, uncovering hidden truths that threaten to destroy his family.

Run Away premieres on Netflix on 1st January 2026.

11. Coronation Street

This year’s Christmas storyline on Coronation Street will once again feature the beloved Gail Platt (Helen Worth). Although she left Weatherfield last year, she’ll be making a special appearance via video call.

Lots is happening at the Rovers Return! Eva is struggling with a secret she’s been keeping, the Websters are devastated by a recent death, and Billy Mayhew is starting to suspect that Todd Grimshaw is being abused by his partner, Theo.

The Coronation Street Christmas special will air on ITV1 and ITVX on Christmas Day at 7:15pm.

12. Madame Blanc Mysteries Christmas special

This Christmas special follows Jean, Dom, Judith, and Jeremy as they go to a fancy Christmas Eve party at the Musée de Sainte Victoire. The episode lasts two hours.

Jean receives a fascinating assignment: verifying the authenticity of a beautiful, antique gold box that once belonged to Marie Antoinette. However, the excitement quickly turns to danger when he finds a bomb concealed within it.

The museum is locked down and a security guard is dead, with only 90 minutes before a bomb explodes. Jean and her team are in a desperate race against time to decipher a code and disarm the device. This is Jean’s most dangerous mission yet – will she succeed in stopping the explosion?

The Madame Blanc Mysteries Christmas special will air on 5 on 23rd December at 8pm.

13. Red Eye season 2

The crime drama Red Eye is back on January 1st. Jing Lusi will reprise her role as Detective Sergeant Hana Li, and Martin Compston, known for Line of Duty, will join the show as Clay Brody, the Head of Embassy Security.

This popular drama, which ranked among ITV’s top 10 last year, returns with a new season. Detective Sergeant Hana Li and a guest character played by Martin Compston must put their disagreements aside and work together to unravel a dangerous new conspiracy.

The new drama, Red Eye, will debut on ITV and STV on New Year’s Day. You’ll also be able to watch it online through ITVX and the STV Player.

14. Stranger Things season 5 volume 2 and finale

The last episodes of Stranger Things’ fifth season will be released around Christmas and New Year’s, ending the year with a lot of excitement and suspense.

As a huge fan, I’m really excited about all the new faces popping up in the final season – Dr. Kay, played by Linda Hamilton, and Jake Connelly as Derek Turnbow have already made an impression! And Nell Fisher is absolutely captivating as Holly Wheeler. But honestly, what’s going to happen in those last four episodes? We’re all on the edge of our seats waiting to find out!

The final part of Stranger Things season 5 will be available on Netflix starting December 25th (December 26th in the UK), with the very last episode premiering on December 31st (January 1st in the UK).

15. The Great Peep Show Christmas Bake Off

The Great British Bake Off will be back with a special Christmas episode later this year, featuring some former contestants.

The popular comedy Peep Show is reuniting its stars – David Mitchell, Olivia Colman, Isy Suttie, Matt King, and Sophie Winkleman – for a special event. It’s the first time they’ve worked together since the show ended in 2015, and they’re trading in their famously uncomfortable scenes for a baking challenge!

The Great Peep Show Christmas Bake Off is coming to Channel 4 this Christmas.

16. Dear Father Christmas

This heartwarming film centers on Chris, a 16-year-old boy who stubbornly holds onto his belief in Santa Claus.

Chris is on a funny and touching quest to prove Santa Claus is real, just as his dad, James Buckley, decides it’s time for ‘the talk.’ The movie features a fantastic cast, including Greg Davies, Stephen Fry, Asim Chaudhry, and Hannah Fry.

Dear Father Christmas will air on Channel 4.

17. The Hunting Wives

This American drama was first released on Netflix in the US back in July, and now it’s available to watch on ITV, just in time for the holidays. Good news for fans – it’s already been confirmed that there will be a second season, so there’s more of the story to come!

Inspired by Mary Cobb’s novel, this series tells the story of a woman who relocates with her family from Boston to Texas. She develops a powerful connection with a local socialite, a connection that spirals into obsession, attraction, and ultimately, murder.

The Hunting Wives will arrive on ITVX on Saturday 27th December 2025.

18. Amadeus

Will Sharpe plays Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in a new six-part series that reimagines the life of the famous composer. The show follows Mozart’s incredible career and a fictionalized feud with his contemporary, Antonio Salieri.

Paul Bettany, known for his role in WandaVision, plays Antonio Salieri, a composer consumed by jealousy. Gabrielle Creevy, who has appeared in In My Skin and Black Doves, portrays Constanze Weber, Mozart’s devoted wife.

Amadeus will launch on Sky and NOW on 21st December.

19. Two Doors Down Christmas special

The popular comedy series Two Doors Down is back for a special Christmas episode! All your favorite characters from the Scottish show will be returning, including Cathy, Christine, Colin, Alan, Michelle, Ian, and his fiancé Gordon.

Two Doors Down returns to BBC One and iPlayer this Christmas on Christmas Eve at 10pm.

20. The Masked Singer Christmas special

Get ready for another hilarious season of The Masked Singer! This year’s holiday special promises to be just as entertaining as always. Four new celebrities will be performing in disguise, and it’s up to the judges – and us – to guess their identities. Tune in to find out who’s behind the masks!

Joel Dommett is back to host the Christmas special, and he’ll be joined by the familiar judging panel: Mo Gilligan, Jonathan Ross, Davina McCall, and Maya Jama.

The Masked Singer Christmas special will air on ITV1 and ITVX.

21. Here We Go – Our New Year’s Fireworks Fantasaganza

I’m so excited to see Jim Howick, who I loved in Ghosts, and Katherine Parkinson, brilliant as Jen in The IT Crowd, back for this special! Plus, so many other familiar faces are returning – Alison Steadman from Gavin & Stacey, Freya Parks, Jude Morgan-Collie, and Tori Allen-Martin will all be there too. It’s going to be great to see them all reprise their roles!

As New Year’s Eve nears, Rachel is determined to host a huge party. Paul, however, would rather spend a peaceful holiday in a cozy cottage with a sauna, hoping to get rid of a large boil that’s developed on his cheek. They clearly have very different ideas about how to celebrate the new year.

The Jessop family’s vacation gets off to a predictably wild start: a road trip is underway, little Leo’s favorite pacifier is lost, and Paul has brought home a suspicious (and illegal!) stash of fireworks he won at a police auction.

Join us for a spectacular New Year’s fireworks display, airing on BBC One and iPlayer at 8pm on New Year’s Eve.

22. Emmerdale

Emmerdale’s annual Christmas special promises plenty of exciting events and will likely be one of ITV’s most popular programs this holiday season.

Viewers can expect dramatic events for several characters in the show, but things are likely to get worse for Celia, Bear Wolf, and Kim. Meanwhile, Charity’s hidden secret is about to be revealed, and there’s speculation about whether her pregnancy will also be exposed.

The Emmerdale Christmas special will air on ITV1 and ITVX on Christmas Day at 6:15pm.

23. Celebrity MasterChef Christmas Cook Off

After a celebrity edition earlier this year, the regular version of MasterChef is back this Christmas, giving amateur cooks a chance to prove their skills. This special episode will crown one winner with the Golden Whisk trophy, as GK Barry, Kola Bokinni, Nikki Fox, and Iain Stirling compete for the title.

Contestants will face two challenges to win over the judges, who will also be getting advice from Vito Coppola, last year’s Celebrity MasterChef champion.

Tune in to BBC One and iPlayer on Monday, December 22nd at 8pm for the Celebrity MasterChef Christmas Cook Off.

24. MasterChef Festive Extravaganza – Champion of Champions

Imagine bringing back past winners of MasterChef and putting them back in the competition kitchen. That’s the idea behind Champion of Champions – a high-stakes battle where they compete for the Golden Pan trophy and prove they still have what it takes.

Four past winners – Natalie Coleman (2013), Chariya Khattiyot (2023), Thomas Frake (2020), and Brin Pirathapan (2024) – are competing to create dishes that will impress the judges, including renowned food critic Tom Parker Bowles.

Join us for ‘MasterChef Festive Extravaganza – Champion of Champions’ on BBC One and iPlayer starting Monday, December 29th at 8pm.

25. Bullseye Christmas special

Freddie Flintoff is back to host the new version of Bullseye, the popular darts game show, promising to add some fun to television schedules.

We don’t yet know the competitors, but last year’s standout player, Luke Littler, appeared, so it will be interesting to see who participates this year.

Bullseye Christmas special will air on ITV1 and ITVX on Christmas Day at 8:15pm.

26. Stuffed

Most people know Guz Khan from comedy shows like Man Like Mobeen, but in the special ‘Stuffed,’ he plays a different role as Arslan Farooqi. The 60-minute show follows Arslan after he receives an £8,000 Christmas bonus and embarks on a memorable trip with his diverse family.

The family’s Christmas plans—including a festive adventure with his wife Hannah, two daughters, and brother-in-law Jamie—are thrown into turmoil when Arslan learns his Christmas bonus was issued in error and needs to be repaid right away. From that moment on, everything goes wrong, and the family faces one disaster after another.

Joined by a new friend named Lily, Arslan needs to find a solution to his problems and is hoping for a Christmas miracle to save his job and his family’s way of life. “Stuffed” is a fun, family-friendly Christmas adventure perfect for the holidays.

Stuffed will air on BBC One and iPlayer on Tuesday 23rd December at 9pm.

27. Amanda and Alan’s Spanish Christmas

Following the popularity of his show Celebrity Traitors, Alan Carr is back on TV with his friend Amanda Holden. This time, they’re heading to Spain, specifically the village of Moclín, to host a special Christmas party for the locals who were so helpful during their visit – a way of showing their gratitude.

Get ready for their signature blend of fun and mayhem as they explore Spanish Christmas customs, including baking and other festive activities.

Join Amanda and Alan as they celebrate a Spanish Christmas on BBC One and iPlayer this Saturday, December 27th, at 5:45pm.

28. The Celebrity Apprentice Christmas special

The Celebrity Apprentice is coming back with two special holiday episodes! This season, the celebrities will head to Lapland for a particularly challenging competition that viewers will also get to experience. The candidates will be divided into teams and tasked with creating their own gingerbread biscuits, all to raise money for Children in Need.

This year’s cast includes TV host AJ Odudu, broadcaster Angela Scanlon, Radio 1 DJ Charlie Hedges, comedian Eddie Kadi, EastEnders actor Jake Wood, and other well-known faces.

You can watch The Celebrity Apprentice Christmas special on BBC One and iPlayer starting December 29th at 9pm. The second and last part of the special will air the following night, also at 9pm.

29. The Good Ship Murder Christmas special

Get ready to set sail again! “The Good Ship Murder” is coming back for a Christmas special in 2025, just like it did last year. While we don’t know the exact story yet, expect lots of twists and turns as Catherine Tyldesley and Shayne Ward reprise their roles as Kate Woods and Jack Grayling.

Okay, so this episode takes us to Alicante! The story centers around Donna, a woman who says she’s dealing with a really serious illness, and her friend Bernie. They’re on this cruise, and Donna quickly connects with a passenger named Gary. She’s hoping for a bit of a Christmas miracle, so she decides to visit this secluded monastery. That’s where she meets Rodriguez, a pretty secretive priest, and Thomasina, a really intriguing nun. But things quickly go south – Bernie ends up dead, and the festive atmosphere turns pretty dark. It’s shaping up to be a twisty one!

As investigators focus on Gary, Rodriguez, and Thomasina, the search for answers reveals a complex network of lies and increasingly desperate actions. The eventual truth about what happened completely changes the crew’s understanding of the tragic events.

Jack, having just lost his job on the ship, is now playing music to small crowds in a rundown bar. When a murder occurs at the monastery, Kate reconnects with him, and with Jamil’s assistance, they might finally get their relationship back on track.

The Good Ship Murder Christmas special will air on 5 on 29th December at 9pm.

30. The Great Festive Pottery Showdown

This year’s special holiday episode of the show features comedian Tim Vine, actress Sarah Hadland, broadcaster Colin Murray, and reality TV star Amber Gill, all trying their hand at pottery.

I’m really excited to see who can create some truly beautiful pottery! We’re all waiting to see which celebrities have the skill to make amazing bowls, decorations, and other pieces. And the best part? Siobhán McSweeney is hosting the special festive edition! Luckily, we’ll still have the wonderful Keith Brymer Jones and Rich Miller as judges, deciding which creations are good enough to show off.

The Great Festive Pottery Showdown will air on Channel 4 on 26th December at 7:45pm.

31. Taskmaster: Champion of Champions

Alex Horne and Greg Davies are bringing back past winners of Taskmaster for a challenging competition to determine the ultimate champion.

Sam Campbell, John Robins, Andy Zaltzman, and Mathew Baynton are back for another round of challenges! This year, the tasks are expected to be even harder and more unusual than before, putting their abilities to the ultimate test.

Taskmaster: Champion of Champions will air on Channel 4 on 22nd December at 9pm.

32. Taskmaster’s New Year Treat

Fans of Taskmaster have a lot to enjoy this year, with both the ‘Champion of Champions’ special and the traditional New Year Treat airing.

A diverse group of five well-known personalities from the world of entertainment will compete in a series of challenges. The group includes TV chef and musician Big Zuu, former footballer Jill Scott, actress Rose Ayling-Ellis, singer Sam Ryder, and language expert Susie Dent.

Taskmaster’s New Year Treat will air on Channel 4.

33. The Family Next Door

Australian dramas are masters of suspense, and if you’re searching for a thrilling new show, The Family Next Door is a perfect choice.

The story centers on Isabelle, a woman with a secret, who moves to a quiet neighborhood by the sea. Her relentless pursuit of a mystery quickly makes her neighbors suspicious, and she struggles to solve the case that’s consuming her.

The Family Next Door will air on ITVX on 21st December.

34. Gladiators: Celebrity Special

In this special celebrity edition of Gladiators, Joe Wicks will compete against presenter Sam Thompson, and boxer Nicola Adams will go head-to-head with podcaster Vogue Williams.

The BBC series has consistently improved since its revival, and it’s earned its reputation as one of the most challenging shows on television. It remains to be seen who will succeed after facing a series of difficult challenges.

Gladiators: Celebrity Special will air on BBC One and iPlayer on Christmas Day at 3:35pm.

35. The Repair Shop at Christmas

This Christmas, a heartwarming project is underway at the repair shop. Dame Helen Mirren is bringing in a broken cello, hoping to have it fixed for the residents and families of a care home she supports. She wants to give them the joy of music with the restored instrument.

Julia Donaldson, the author, and Rob Brydon are also hoping to fix a toy farmhouse that has been a source of inspiration for many of Julia’s popular stories.

The story also features the team repairing a special mechanical reindeer, a broken sleigh, and an old carol book that’s important to a beloved Christmas tradition in Sheffield.

The Repair Shop at Christmas will air on BBC One and iPlayer on Friday 26th December at 7:30pm.

36. The Yorkshire Vet at Christmas

The veterinary team is enthusiastically participating in fundraising activities for charities they care about. Inspired by the Dogs Trust’s famous slogan, “A dog is for life, not just for Christmas,” Peter Wright is committed to making a significant impact this year. He and Julian Norton are each heading up a team in a series of sponsored events designed to be both fun and festive.

The Yorkshire Vet at Christmas will air on 22nd December at 8pm.

37. A Ghost Story for Christmas: The Room in the Tower

Mark Gatiss is back with a new Ghost Story for Christmas, starring Dame Joanna Lumley and Tobias Menzies. This is Gatiss’s eighth spooky tale for the BBC, and it’s set in the period between World War I and World War II. The story centers on Roger Winstanley, who has been troubled by a strange, repeating dream for the last fifteen years.

You can watch “A Ghost Story for Christmas: The Room in the Tower” on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer at 10pm on Christmas Eve.

38. Sister Boniface Christmas special

Lorna Watson is back as Sister Boniface in a new Christmas special, promising a blend of mystery, suspense, and feel-good moments.

I’m so excited for the new Sister Boniface mystery! Though they’re keeping the exact story secret for now, I’m expecting another lovely, comforting crime to solve – the kind that just feels perfect for the season. Last year’s was all about a festive pantomime, and I can’t wait to find out what trouble Sister Boniface and the team get into this time around!

Sister Boniface Christmas special will air on BBC One and iPlayer.

39. Mrs Brown’s Boys Christmas and New Year specials

Brendan O’Carroll is back as Mrs. Brown for two new specials airing over the Christmas and New Year holidays. The first, titled ‘Mammy’s Bottles,’ focuses on Mrs. Brown bringing her family together for a Christmas photo and remembering what family means. Expect Buster to reveal a spectacularly decorated Christmas tree, and Cathy to worry about finding the perfect gifts for everyone.

The New Year episode, “Stormin’ Mammy,” finds Agnes and her friends bracing for a big storm. Buster is excited but anxious about his birthday skydive, and Winnie gets quite a surprise. Meanwhile, a lost nun seeks assistance.

You can watch Mrs Brown’s Boys on BBC One and BBC iPlayer at 10:15 PM on Christmas Day and again at 10:05 PM on New Year’s Day.

40. Shedites

Shedites is a new thirty-minute comedy series from the creators of Mrs. Brown’s Boys. It’s set in a rural Irish village, focusing on the lives of the men who hang out at the local men’s shed.

I’ve found this place, the men’s shed, to be amazing. It’s where guys get together and actually do things – building, fixing, whatever needs doing. But it’s so much more than that. I’ve seen friendships blossom between people who wouldn’t normally meet, and everyone seems to find a real sense of purpose. Plus, there’s always a good, strong cup of tea! For a lot of the men here, it’s like a fresh start, and the Rathbowen shed is definitely one of those places that gives you that new lease on life.

Shedites will air on BBC One and iPlayer on New Year’s Day at 10:35pm.

41. The Traitors season 4

Now that The Celebrity Traitors has just ended and been a huge hit, it doesn’t feel like we’ll have to wait long for another season.

There’s just something special about watching regular people try to figure out who’s telling the truth and who’s a liar in the atmospheric setting of the castle. And, of course, Claudia Winkleman always provides plenty of funny, shareable moments along the way.

The Traitors season 4 will premiere on New Year’s Day on BBC One and iPlayer at 9:05pm.

42. The Big Fat Quiz of the Year

Is there anything better than relaxing on the couch after Christmas, enjoying chocolates, and testing your knowledge about the year’s biggest events? Not much! Luckily, The Big Fat Quiz of the Year is back for another installment.

Jimmy Carr welcomes a hilarious panel this episode, including Jonathan Ross, Richard Ayoade, Katherine Ryan, Nick Mohammed, Roisin Conaty, and Lou Sanders.

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