| What's on Now & Next (2025-12-27) | |||
| RTE One
[101] [HD:135] |
17:55 | RTÉ News | National and international news. |
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| 18:00 | The Angelus | A reflective minute, where people of all faiths and none may, if they choose, take time out | |
| RTE2
[102] |
15:25 | Where Eagles Dare | An American general is held captive by the Nazis in a heavily defended fortress in the Alps. A crack team of British soldiers and an American lieutenant are dispatched to free him, but they soon realise there is a traitor in their ranks. Second World War adventure, starring Richard Burton, Clint Eastwood, Patrick Wymark, Michael Hordern and Mary Ure |
| 18:15 | Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom | The intrepid archaeologist, with his young sidekick and a nightclub singer in tow, is stranded in India, where he takes on a mission to recover magical sacred stones from the hands of an evil cult engaged in human sacrifice and child slavery. Steven Spielberg's action adventure, starring Harrison Ford, Kate Capshaw, Ke Huy Quan and Amrish Puri | |
| Virgin Media One
[103] |
16:00 | Are We There Yet? | A playboy in a fledgling romance with a single mother agrees to drive her children 350 miles to see her on New Year's Eve. Unfortunately, the youngsters have never liked any of the men she has dated, and try to ensure the road trip turns into a nightmare. Family comedy, starring Ice Cube, Jay Mohr, Nia Long and Nichelle Nichols |
| 18:00 | Deal or No Deal | Stephen Mulhern hosts as a contestant tries to open the 22 red boxes in the right order, taking on the infamous Banker for the chance to win a life-changing cash prize | |
| TG4
[104] |
17:00 | Rugbaí Beo | Connacht v Ulster (Kick-off 5.30pm). Live coverage of the United Rugby Championship match from Dexcom Stadium |
| 19:45 | Nuacht TG4 | The day's main news stories from a regional, national and international perspective | |
| Virgin Media Two
[105] |
17:00 | Think Tank | Bill Turnbull hosts as three more contestants compete to win a cash prize, aided or hindered by the answers of the regular cast of contributors known as the Think Tank |
| 18:00 | Dr Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas | A little girl residing in the Christmas-obsessed town of Whoville becomes fascinated with a grouchy creature living in the mountains. But her efforts to make him part of their celebrations leave him more bitter than ever, and he resolves to ruin the festive season. Fantasy comedy, based on Dr Seuss's children's book, with Jim Carrey, Taylor Momsen, Jeffrey Tambor and Molly Shannon. Anthony Hopkins narrates | |
| Virgin Media Three
[106] |
17:30 | Tommy Fleming: A Life of Song | The vocalist treats audiences to a musical evening of inspirational and spiritual songs of hope |
| 18:30 | Doc Martin | A treat for fans of the popular drama as Martin Clunes, having seemingly hung up his stethoscope just two months ago, is back just one more time for this festive special. Portwenn is full of yuletide fun, until the grumpy GP has the grotto closed down because Father Christmas has an itch that might be contagious. Leonard, the local Santa in question, becomes determined to show the doc the magic of the season - but he inadvertently upsets young James. It is up to Louisa to save the day. Meanwhile, a delighted Mrs Tishell finds herself under the mistletoe with the doctor, Morwenna becomes attached to Toby the turkey and PC Joe Penhale's attempt to woo Janice backfires | |
| BBC One
[108] |
17:45 | Amanda & Alan's Spanish Job | In the sun-kissed hills of Andalusia, Amanda Holden and Alan Carr continue their work on renovating a run-down townhouse, while also savouring the festive traditions of the region. The pair dance and sing at a Christmas lights switch-on in Malaga, enjoy the local culture and celebrate with residents. However, the duo discover they have very different ideas when it comes to Christmas decorations |
| 18:45 | Biggest Night of Musicals by the National Lottery | Jason Manford presents highlights of the past four years' concerts celebrating West End musicals and touring productions, featuring performances from Mary Poppins, The Bodyguard, Matilda the Musical, The Phantom of the Opera and Back to the Future: The Musical. Jason and Beverley Knight get things started with a circus-themed number from The Greatest Showman, Michael Ball performs with Our Dementia Choir and a there's a presentation of Electricity from Billy Elliot by two grass-roots groups. Plus, an all-star performance of Bring Him Home from Les Misérables, featuring four Jean Valjeans, and Wicked favourite Defying Gravity, by Laura Pick | |
| Channel 4
[111] [HD:142] |
17:05 | Home Alone 3 | Cheeky eight-year-old Alex Pruitt is delighted to be given a remote-controlled toy car by his neighbour - unaware it contains a stolen microchip. A gang of crooks heads to Alex's town with the intention of recovering the valuable item, but the resourceful youngster has prepared for their arrival with a series of nasty booby-traps. Comedy sequel, starring Alex D Linz, Olek Krupa, Rya Kihlstedt and Lenny von Dohlen |
| 19:00 | The Dog House | As the festive season approaches, the team at Woodgreen Pets Charity do some festive matchmaking. Twins Noah and Toby don't like sharing but luckily Jeff, a spaniel-cross puppy, loves to overshare as much as possible. Nurse Lynne is hoping to fill her empty home with a dog or two and 26-year-old Jazz is looking for a cuddly companion for her dad Darran in the shape of Patterdale-cross, Crackers | |
| E4
[112] [HD:162] |
17:40 | The Big Bang Theory | Leonard, Sheldon and Howard face problems when they file for a patent for their infinite persistence gyroscope. Plus, Penny, Amy and Bernadette give Raj dating advice when Emily reaches out to him after their breakup. Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons and Kaley Cuoco star |
| 18:15 | Independence Day | A fleet of huge flying saucers launches a devastating and unprovoked attack on Earth. As survivors try to flee the seemingly unstoppable alien invaders, the courageous US president, an ace pilot and a computer genius come up with a plan to take the fight to the enemy and save the human race. Roland Emmerich's sci-fi adventure, starring Will Smith, Bill Pullman, Jeff Goldblum, Mary McDonnell, Randy Quaid, Robert Loggia and Harry Connick Jr | |
| BBC Four
[117] |
03:15 | To the Manor Born | Living in reduced circumstances does not blind Audrey to her responsibilities as Christmas approaches at the Grantleigh estate, while a falling out with Richard means the local church is still without a nativity crib. A special festive edition from 1979 of the comedy, starring Penelope Keith, Peter Bowles and Angela Thorne |
| 19:00 | All Creatures Great and Small | Tristan decides to take up bell-ringing when he learns it is a favourite pastime of the attractive new schoolmistress. Meanwhile, Siegfried becomes nervous when an enormous wolfhound needs treatment. Peter Davison, Robert Hardy and Christopher Timothy star in a feature-length episode from 1990, marking an end to the rural drama | |
| More4
[118] [HD:168] |
17:50 | Four in a Bed | Final hosts Mark and Rachael Dann welcome the contestants to the Big Bear Lodge in Shropshire. They face the tough job of trying to keep the rift between some of the guests to a minimum in their ski-themed B&B, and their afternoon activity of canoeing raises a few laughs but accusations of cheating occur when the boys begin to get competitive |
| 18:25 | Four in a Bed | The contestants featured throughout the week reunite to revisit the highs and lows of their various stays, and as the B&B owners confront their critics face to face, they discover what the rival parties really thought of the quality of service that they encountered. After the deliberations are over, the winning guest house is announced | |