| What's on Now & Next (2026-01-01) | |||
| RTE One
[101] [HD:135] |
00:30 | Meat Loaf: From Hell and to Connaught | Documentary about the larger-than-life US rock star's 1990 visit to Ireland, when he performed in some of the country's most unlikely venues |
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| 01:30 | Bloodbrothers | A working-class Italian-American wants to work with children rather than follow his two older brothers into the construction industry. He gets the chance of a job at a children's hospital, but faces rejection by his family if he takes it. Drama, starring Richard Gere, Paul Sorvino, Tony Lo Bianco, Leila Goldoni and Danny Aiello | |
| RTE2
[102] |
00:45 | Devil's Peak | Crime drama about a detective's mission to track down a vigilante killer whose crimes are getting popular all over the city. Cop Benny Griessel is on the verge of apprehending crime boss Madison Madikiza. Starring Hilton Pelser and Sisanda Henna |
| 01:50 | EuroNews | European and international headlines live via satellite | |
| Virgin Media One
[103] |
01:00 | Midsomer Murders | After a strict headteacher is murdered during a PTA meeting, school scandals and nervous witnesses complicate the hunt for a killer. Mystery drama, starring Neil Dudgeon, with Nick Hendrix, Annette Badland and Fiona Dolman |
| 06:40 | Animal Emergency | Chinook, a fluffy Samoyed dog, is brought in to see if the tumour on his liver is operable. Mirabella the cat arrives for a radical radium treatment that only the vets can provide in a last-ditch effort to treat her thyroid issues. Rua's owner is concerned he may have epilepsy, while a bull comes to the hospital for a delicate operation | |
| TG4
[104] |
23:55 | Elvis Costello: Live at the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall | The performer and songwriter shares his vast songbook. In between songs, Costello treats the audience to stories about his family and the origins of his music and travelling life |
| 01:55 | Cailíní Gránna | Short parody created to mark 21 years of the cult classic Mean Girls. The plot reimagines Tina Fey's beloved comedy with Irishified characters and localised pop culture moments. It serves as both a tribute to the enduring influence of Mean Girls and a showcase for the vibrancy of the Irish language. Directed by and starring Hilary Bowen-Walsh, with Hugh Carr, Seoirsín Bashford and Eilís Carey | |
| Virgin Media Two
[105] |
01:00 | Vanderpump Rules | In the explosive first reunion, Andy Cohen and the cast connect from home to get to the bottom of everything |
| 01:40 | Dubai Hustle | Young Brits fight to make it to the top of the glitzy world of Dubai real estate. Jess ponders a career move to off-plan, leasing boss Tom has cause for concern over Adam and Jake, Ellie's Huddersfield friends quiz her over boyfriend Billy, while Azim ponders his future at the firm | |
| Virgin Media Three
[106] |
01:05 | The Doctor Blake Mysteries | A prospector walks into the pub declaring he has struck gold while Blake and Danny play darts. However, shortly afterwards he is found dead in a mineshaft and Blake - who suffers from claustrophobia - is forced to go down to investigate. Meanwhile, Mattie is preparing to be a bridesmaid when her friend's fiance Russ is arrested for murder, and he has an unlikely cellmate for the night. Detective drama, starring Craig McLachlan |
| 07:05 | Heartbeat | First of a two-part storyline. Jenny's life starts to spiral out of control and begins to affect her work, leaving Dennis and Liz facing difficult decisions. New doctor Helen Trent arrives in Aidensfield with her wealthy husband Matt, hoping to make a fresh start, but finds it hard to adjust to the slow pace of life in the country. Sophie Ward joins the regular cast, including Sarah Tansey, Duncan Bell and Aislin McGuckin | |
| BBC One
[108] |
23:25 | Mission: Impossible 2 | Secret agent Ethan Hunt is sent to find and destroy the only sample of a deadly man-made virus. However, he faces tough opposition in a former spy-turned-criminal mastermind who has already acquired the cure and now wants the pathogen itself. Director John Woo's action thriller sequel, starring Tom Cruise, Dougray Scott, Thandiwe Newton and Anthony Hopkins |
| 01:25 | The Apprentice | Part one of two. AJ Odudu, Angela Scanlon, Charlie Hedges, Eddie Kadi, Jake Wood, JB Gill, Kadeena Cox, Matt Morsia, Rob Rinder, Sarah Hadland, Shazia Mirza and Tom Skinner compete to raise money for Children in Need. Lord Sugar splits the celebrities into two teams, under the watchful eyes of Karren Brady and Mike Soutar, and sends them to Lapland to create their own twist on the classic gingerbread biscuit before producing an advert and jingle, and pitching to retailers. For the first time in Celebrity Apprentice history, the products will be on sale to the public to raise money for Children in Need | |
| Channel 4
[111] [HD:142] |
00:30 | Greg Davies: Firing Cheeseballs at a Dog | Comedian Greg Davies's hugely successful and acclaimed debut stand-up show from 2011, in which he sets out to chronicle the significant issues surrounding modern life in his own irreverent style. A hit at the Edinburgh Festival, it was nominated for the Edinburgh Comedy Award before going on a sell-out, UK-wide tour |
| 01:40 | Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA | Gordon Ramsay applies his gastronomic and business acumen to Simmer Down Cafe in Georgetown, Texas, whose owner Chris Marino wishes to attract a younger, richer clientele. Chris has asked his brother Albert to come out of retirement to help with the business, but struggles with the notion that things can function properly without his presence | |
| E4
[112] [HD:162] |
01:10 | The Inbetweeners | At the start of the new term, Carli organises a fashion show that Simon is eager to participate in. Will tries to shake off his embarrassing reputation, while Jay continues to lie about his sexual experiences. Comedy, starring Emily Head, Joe Thomas, Simon Bird, James Buckley and Blake Harrison |
| 01:45 | The Inbetweeners | Simon goes to his first gig since seeing Take That at Wembley Arena, hoping to impress an attractive girl in the year below, but Will, Jay and Neil tag along and jeopardise his chances of wooing her. Comedy, starring Joe Thomas, Simon Bird, James Buckley and Blake Harrison | |
| BBC Four
[117] |
23:45 | The Italian Job | A crook assembles a motley gang to steal £4million in gold bullion from an Italian armoured car, which brings Turin to a standstill and enables the robbers to make a quick getaway in a fleet of Minis - but they end up falling foul of the Mafia along the way. Crime comedy, starring Michael Caine, Noel Coward, Benny Hill, Tony Beckley and John Le Mesurier |
| 01:20 | Talking Pictures | The life of acting legend Michael Caine, star of movies such as The Ipcress File, Get Carter, The Italian Job and The Dark Knight. Using TV interviews and classic archive clips, this programme tells the story of one of Britain's most successful actors. Narrated by Sylvia Syms | |
| More4
[118] [HD:168] |
00:10 | 999: On the Front Line | A paramedic heads to a serious traffic collision where a truck has overturned, while others deal with one of the most challenging emergencies - a cardiac arrest in the street. |
| 01:15 | 24 Hours in A&E | Doctors treat a young woman who has been thrown from a horse, which then trampled on her, and also a woman who was hit by a car while riding her motorbike on a dual carriageway. An 11-year-old boy is brought into hospital after running into a wall at school and hurting his wrist | |