| What's on Now & Next (2025-12-16) | |||
| RTE One
[101] [HD:135] |
13:30 | Shortland Street | Esther operates to repair Steph's damaged spleen, dismayed to learn she was beaten by local Iron Dogs while bailed to Ferndale, as a warning to keep her mouth shut |
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| 14:00 | Only Fools and Horses | For once, Del-Boy is an innocent victim when a routine trip to the supermarket turns into a tense night as an inept robber holds the Trotters hostage, along with the manager and security guard. Comedy, starring David Jason, Nicholas Lyndhurst and Vas Blackwood | |
| RTE2
[102] |
13:45 | Storybud | Amy Huberman recounts a tale of Irish sports star Katie McCabe's meeting with a peculiar little man at a car-boot sale |
| 13:55 | The Scavengers | Sci-fi adventure comedy series set in Ireland in the year 3000 | |
| Virgin Media One
[103] |
13:00 | The Chase | Bradley Walsh presents as Karen from Sheffield, Nick from London, Sylvia from Aberdeenshire and Josh from Borehamwood pit their wits against one of the ruthless Chasers in the hope of winning a potential prize pot worth thousands of pounds |
| 14:00 | The Chase | Bradley Walsh presents as Richard from Birmingham, Jackie from East Kilbride, Emma from Hitchin and Lee from Ilkeston pit their wits against one of the ruthless Chasers in the hope of winning a potential prize pot worth thousands of pounds. They work as a team and play strategically to answer general knowledge questions against the clock and race down the game board to the exit without being caught | |
| TG4
[104] |
13:35 | Murder, She Wrote | Jessica joins the fight to save a house in New York where author Ernest Hemingway once lived, only to find herself investigating a murder. Whodunit, starring Angela Lansbury |
| 14:30 | Inis Meáin, Idir dhá linn | Documentary offering a poetic glimpse into a remote island's past, present, and future. A young English film student Chris Rodmell's lens beautifully captured the island's residents 50 years ago as they teetered on the cusp of change. Now, Chris returns to complete the second chapter, bridging the past with the present. The film delves into the island's vibrant community, from long-standing residents to newcomers and curious visitors | |
| Virgin Media Two
[105] |
12:55 | Secrets of the Universe | The ultimate guide to the universe, as told by the passionate scientists, engineers and astronauts behind the biggest missions in space exploration |
| 14:00 | Don't Look Back in Anger | Archive news documentary looking back at the headline stories of the past 20 years, focusing this week on 2014 | |
| Virgin Media Three
[106] |
13:20 | Heartbeat | Rosie is viciously attacked while attending a broken-down vehicle stranded on the moors. When the body of the driver is discovered nearby, Rob and Rachel are determined to solve the mystery. Their investigation leads to a chilling discovery linking the case to a religious cult near Aidensfield |
| 14:25 | Yes Chef | Bryn Williams has his eye on the prize as he puts four home cooks through a series of culinary challenges, including how to make the perfect tartar sauce. Sheree Murphy hosts | |
| BBC One
[108] |
13:45 | BBC News at One; Weather | A round-up of the latest headlines |
| 14:00 | Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators | Frank and Lu are hired to unmask a mysterious figure who threatens to destroy the Christmas fair, while Sebastian is faced with his first solo case - but it doesn't go as planned. Starring Mark Benton, Jo Joyner and Patrick Walshe McBride | |
| Channel 4
[111] [HD:142] |
13:10 | Jamie's Christmas Shortcuts | Jamie Oliver shows how to enjoy Christmas without blowing the budget, focusing on recipes for a spectacular Christmas Day feast, from his foolproof guide to the ultimate roast turkey to a showstopping veggie centrepiece and stuffing that will please meat-eaters and vegetarians alike. He also Jamie shows his shortcuts for perfect roast potatoes |
| 14:10 | Countdown | Colin Murray hosts the words-and-numbers game, with Christopher Biggins joining in the fun in Dictionary Corner. With Rachel Riley and Susie Dent | |
| E4
[112] [HD:162] |
13:30 | The Big Bang Theory | Sheldon decides to put his formidable brain power to use in devising a scientific procedure for making friends. However, to prove his findings he must first win the trust of fellow scientist Barry Kripke to gain access to a powerful computer. Comedy, starring Jim Parsons and John Ross Bowie |
| 14:00 | The Big Bang Theory | Penny runs into money troubles, so Sheldon offers to lend her some cash to help her pay the rent. However, when Leonard discovers his neighbour's ex-boyfriend Kurt is the cause of her financial woes, he gathers the gang for a confrontation. Starring Jim Parsons, Johnny Galecki and Kaley Cuoco | |
| BBC Four
[117] |
01:45 | Sorry! | Timothy gives his parents and girlfriend a tour of his new home, but it is not long before mother interferes in her son's love life. First broadcast 3 October 1988 |
| 19:00 | Tomorrow's World | Raymond Baxter, William Woollard, Michael Rood and Judith Hann invite a party of children to their workshop, where they can enjoy magic moment of science, in a Christmas special of the science magazine programme from 1975 | |
| More4
[118] [HD:168] |
13:35 | A Place in the Sun | Cornwall couple Marc and Matt fell in love with Majorca the moment they stepped onto the island six years ago and are now looking to buy their very own holiday retreat that they can escape to at a moments notice. Armed with a budget of £200,000, Ben Hillman tries to find them their dream pad in the perfect location |
| 14:40 | Come Dine with Me | University lecturer Amanda Sherratt is keen to impress as she hosts the first dinner party in Lincolnshire, joined by beetroot farmer Chris Moore, theatre student Jack Stone, retail manager Ali Roberts and fitness enthusiast Alex Coxon. Amanda takes a risk with her Japanese-themed evening, which includes a raw fish starter and sumo-wrestling for entertainment | |