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BBC It has been unveiled Christmas There’s a TV line-up for 2025 and a whole host of festive events to keep us entertained.
From brand new shows to festive editions of much-loved favourites, there’s something for everyone across BBC channels and iPlayer this Christmas and New Year.
The biggest highlights include the return of the classic version traitorAlthough the exact air date has not been confirmed yet, the show’s famous castle is expected to reopen in the first week of 2026,
For Cheat The BBC will also broadcast for fans who want more. traitor at the proms – front by Winkelmann – and celebrity traitor champion alan carr And her BFF Amanda Holden will bring a much-needed dose of sunshine Amanda and Alan’s Spanish Christmas,
Tom Hiddleston and Olivia Colman to perform as soon as they return A long-awaited second series of night manager, And a brand new documentary on Sir David Attenborough sees the renowned natural historian focus on wildlife closer to home wild london,
Following the success of its first series earlier this year, Homeland by-product Amandaland Its first Christmas special will be available, which will be seen Jennifer Saunders reunites with Joanna Lumley Since the pair play sisters on-screen.
diane morgan will bring laughter mandy who knew a lotWhich would lead to what Mandy describes as “one of the worst Christmases ever”. two doors down And here it is There will also be a festive experience, which will later include “a typically chaotic Jessop family vacation, a road trip, a missing dummy, and a big crate of unlicensed fireworks”. And, love it or hate it, two new episodes of Mrs. Brown’s Boys Will debut.
Poplar will have its usual festive tours – in two parts call the Midwife Special – and Albert Square, like eastenders sees the residents of E20 meeting the ghosts of the past and the villains of the present, before looking to the future.
elsewhere, strictly come dance This year’s Christmas episode is especially significant, as it will be Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman’s last time in the ballroom. East-Gogglebox Star Scarlett Moffatt and former All Saints singer Melanie Blatt are among the famous faces confirmed to take part.
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Other daredevils will face a completely different physical challenge in this gladiators Christmas special. Who would win if the country’s PE teachers went up against Joe Wicks? Made in ChelseaSam Thompson and Olympic boxer Nicola Adams to face podcaster Vogue Williams?
If you want to see famous faces doing something a little less strenuous, Dame Helen Mirren, Julia Donaldson and Rob Brydon are your places to stop. repair shop Along with some of your extra special items that need some care and attention. Bob Mortimer and Paul Whitehouse will also return for the second went Christmas fishing,
Tension levels will be high and there will be a lot of dismissal for two of the 12 famous faces entering the boardroom. celebrity trainee Special in aid of BBC Children in Need. Attendees include East-eastenders actor jake wood, i am a celebrity edi kadi camp, miranda Funny lady Sarah Hadland and the man who has already been sacked by Lord Alan Sugar – Tom “Bosh” Skinner.
Other festive specials include (deep breath): beyond heaven And Death in Paradise, The Christmas Wheel by Michael McIntyre, the weakest link, university challenge, inside the factory, celebrity fleeing the country And Christmas Morning Live.
Top of the Pops: Year 2025 Review Clara will return for its annual special event hosted by Amfo.
There’s plenty for the whole family to watch together, including the brand new animated adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved picture book. Scarecrow’s WeddingThe all-star voice cast includes Oscar nominee Jessie Buckley, gavin and stacey star braydon and paperDomhnall Gleeson. Sophie Okonedo, of slow horses Fame is on narration duties.
Guz Khan’s Christmas Prank stuffed There’s one more thing for kids to enjoy. The 60-minute comedy will see a multi-religious family embark on a trip to remember as they swap Coventry for Lapland.
When it comes to New Year’s Eve, there are a few options: Jools Holland will, of course, be back with another Annual Hootenanny And the BBC is also broadcasting Ronan Keating and Friends: New Year’s Eve Party and a special edition of graham norton show,
Kate Phillips, BBC Chief Content Officer, said: “We’ve got so many wonderful treats at the BBC this Christmas. There really is something for everyone as we light up living rooms with a host of magical moments across the UK. From much-loved special programs to new goodies across a range of genres, the BBC is the place to be.”