| What's on Now & Next (2025-12-31) | |||
| RTE One
[101] [HD:135] |
09:45 | Around the World in 80 Days | Victorian gentleman Phileas Fogg wagers he and his loyal valet Passepartout can circumnavigate the globe in only 80 days. Oscar-winning period adventure, based on Jules Verne's novel, starring David Niven, Cantinflas and Shirley MacLaine, with cameo appearances by stars including Noel Coward, Marlene Dietrich, Frank Sinatra, Buster Keaton and John Gielgud |
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| 13:00 | RTÉ News: One O'Clock and Weather | National and international news | |
| RTE2
[102] |
10:00 | Millie Inbetween | Determined to win her school's big eco challenge, Millie goes green - and insists the whole family make do without the internet for a week |
| 10:30 | Storybud | Betty the birdwatcher is thrilled by a rare sighting in the area, but far less excited about the two hairdressers someone has just gifted to her and Larry | |
| Virgin Media One
[103] |
09:10 | Christmas on the Alpaca Farm | Jess quits her job at a New York City fashion label intent on winning a competition with her own line of sustainable luxury knits. She teams up with Andrew, a single dad and alpaca farmer, as they bring Christmas joy and love to the farm. Festive romance, starring Kirsten Comerford and Matt Wells |
| 11:00 | Vera, Farewell Pet | Documentary going behind the scenes to examine the appeal of ITV detective drama Vera as it comes to an end after 13 years. Brenda Blethyn reflects on her time as DCI Vera Stanhope, and talks about the camaraderie and joy of working on the show. Featuring interviews from key cast members - David Leon (DS Joe Ashworth), Jon Morrison (DC Kenny Lockhart), the directors, crew, and author Ann Cleeves, Vera's creator | |
| TG4
[104] |
10:05 | Pal Joey | A roguish singer dreams of owning his own nightclub. However, he finds himself in an enviable dilemma because of two women - one a wealthy socialite, whom he romances in the hope she will finance the enterprise, and the other a naive chorus girl, the true object of his affections. Musical drama, with Frank Sinatra, Rita Hayworth and Kim Novak. Songs include The Lady Is a Tramp, My Funny Valentine and Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered |
| 12:05 | Ceol ón Earagail | A tribute to Jimmy and Vincent Campbell, bringing friends and family of the late Donegal fiddle legends together. Cathal Ó Curráin meets Jimmy's son, Peter Campbell and hears from many of the Campbells' musical friends, including Dermot McLaughlin, Martin McGinley, Aidan O'Donnell, Denise Boyle, Tara Connaghan, Anne Connaghan and Conal Mac Ceallabhuí. Ciarán Ó Maonaigh and Caitlín Nic Gabhann share music and memories and there's a catch-up with another giant of music in Donegal, Danny Meehan | |
| Virgin Media Two
[105] |
10:00 | The Chase | Can Joe from Matlock, Liz from Southampton, Jack from Cambridge and Sheryl from Flintshire work together as a team and take down one of the country's finest quiz brains? Bradley Walsh hosts as they try to take the Chaser down for thousands of pounds |
| 11:00 | The Finish Line | Roman Kemp and Sarah Greene host this quiz contest, in which five contestants race in moving podiums across the studio floor to try and win £5,000. The contenders battle across a series of fast-paced qualifiers and head-to-head races where the aim of the game is simple - to make it to the finish line before their rivals. The winner then races against the track itself in an attempt to win the cash prize | |
| Virgin Media Three
[106] |
09:35 | The Royal Variety Performance 2025 | Jason Manford hosts the gala evening at the Royal Albert Hall, attended by the Prince and Princess of Wales, with the star-studded line-up including an epic finale from the musical Les Misérables and an extract from Paddington the Musical. There is music from Jessie J, Westlife, Madness and Laufey, and appearances by Stephen Fry, magician Harry Moulding and the cast of Dead Ringers. Bob Geldof, Midge Ure and guests introduce a one-off performance from Live Aid musical Just for One Day, while Johannes Radebe performs an extract from the hit musical Kinky Boots |
| 12:20 | 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 | |
| BBC One
[108] |
09:35 | Marcel the Shell with Shoes On | One-inch-tall, googly-eyed talking shell Marcel lives with his grandmother Nana Connie, who is in the early stages of dementia. Filmmaker Dean rents the house and becomes fascinated by the day-to-day activities of his tiny housemate. Animated comedy, directed by and starring Dean Fleischer Camp, with Thomas Mann, Rosa Salazar, and the voices of Jenny Slate and Isabella Rossellini |
| 11:00 | Homes Under the Hammer | Steel from Gladiators joins Dion Dublin to renovate an end-of-terrace property in Newcastle-under-Lyme and Martin Roberts is left in awe of a granite-built property in Cornwall. In a clip from the archive, Dion gets a makeover during a visit to a Rochdale barber shop | |
| Channel 4
[111] [HD:142] |
09:50 | Junior Bake Off | This compilation episode revisits Finals Week from the ninth series of Junior Bake Off, as the bakers create Thanksgiving bakes, toy-inspired macarons, haunted gingerbread houses, their favourite holidays in the form of tartlets and a Coronation-themed final. Who'll be crowned the series winner? |
| 11:20 | Chateau DIY | In the heart of France at Château de Lalande, it's opening day for Stephanie and her beautifully restored chapel, but with rain pouring down, she'll need a Christmas miracle to keep spirits high. Over in the Loire Valley, Ben and Billie are serving up a Christmas Eve fish feast with plenty of festive sparkle at Château La Grande Maison. And in Brittany at Moulin du Couesnon, Donna and Paul are lighting up their grand old property and spreading Christmas cheer with hard hats, fairy lights and all! | |
| E4
[112] [HD:162] |
10:25 | The Simpsons | Lisa babysits the Flanders children for an evening and her sensible attitude soon sees her in great demand among the parents of Springfield. Encouraged by their daughter's new job, Homer and Marge put her in charge of Bart while they go out - much to his irritation |
| 10:55 | The Simpsons | Strong men are left quaking by the news that alcohol has been made illegal in Springfield. Luckily salvation is at hand in the form of prohibition-busting bootlegger Homer, who brews his own beer to meet demand. Featuring the guest voice of Joe Mantegna | |
| BBC Four
[117] |
03:00 | Seven Worlds, One Planet | Spectacular moments from the series as cameras capture the extraordinary variety of life found in South America and visit Asia, the largest of all continents, that hides rarely seen creatures. The sometimes surprising cities of Europe are explored, as are the wilds of Africa, home to the greatest gatherings of animals. The searing heat of Australia boasts weird and wonderful wildlife, while North America is home to pioneering animals that make the most of every opportunity. Finally, there is a trip to the frozen wilderness of Antarctica |
| 19:00 | TOTP2 | Steve Wright presents a special helping of party tunes for New Year's Eve, featuring performances by the Three Degrees, Elton John, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Europe, Blondie, the Nolans, Lionel Richie , the Bee Gees, Madonna and Kylie Minogue | |
| More4
[118] [HD:168] |
10:25 | Find It, Fix It, Flog It | Henry Cole and Simon O'Brien visit Gloucestershire to meet Bryan, who's been collecting everything and anything since childhood. Henry upcycles some old oxygen regulators into bedside lamps, while Simon settles for restoring a stylish and traditional wooden dresser |
| 11:25 | Find It, Fix It, Flog It | Henry Cole and Simon O'Brien search for more items to fix up and sell on, visiting Windsor to meet Pete and Phil, who rent out cars to the film and TV business. Henry finds an Austrian moped which is missing an engine, while Simon picks a fibreglass suit of armour | |