Today's TV Thursday 15 December

bbc 1bbc 2utvchannel 4channel 5rte onerte 2virgin onetg 46.006.00BREAKFAST (S)9.15MORNING LIVE AT CHRISTMAS (S)10.00EXPERT WITNESS (S)10.45A COUNTRYSIDE CHRISTMAS (S) (R)11.15HOMES UNDER THE HAMMER (S)12.15BARGAIN HUNT (S) (R)1.00BBC NEWS AT ONE; Weather (S)1.30BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)1.45DOCTORS Izzie and Daniel reconnect and Daniel and Zara are faced with a difficult decision. (S)2.15MONEY FOR NOTHING JJ Chalmers presents from Wallyford Recycling Centre. Last in the series. (S)3.00ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY Sonali Shah helps a London singer find a new home in Cambridgeshire. (S)3.45THE BIDDING ROOM Featuring an Islamic tile and a chair brought in by a 12-year-old boy. (S) (R)4.30THE WEAKEST LINK Hosted by Romesh Ranganathan. (S) (R)5.15POINTLESS CELEBRITIES Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman present a child stars special of the general knowledge quiz, featuring Adrian Hall, Julie Dawn Cole and Tyger Drew-Honey. (S) (R)6.00BBC NEWS AT SIX; Weather (S)6.30BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)7PM7.00THE ONE SHOW Lauren Laverne and Ronan Keating host the live magazine show featuring a mixture of celebrity chat and stories of interest. (S)7.30EASTENDERS Sonia fears she will be homeless when Dotty inherits the house at the will reading. Meanwhile, Janine asks Mick for a very specific wedding present. Plus, Alfie begins panto auditions. (S)8PM8.00STACEY SOLOMON’S CRAFTY CHRISTMAS Along with her husband Joe Swash and family, Stacey teams up with professional organiser Dilly Carter to reveal some clever ways to cut costs, upcycle and spread some home-made cheer at Christmas time. Stacey transforms a neighbouring barn into a Christmas grotto for a festive party with her local community. (S)9PM9.00THE TRAITORS With the players past the halfway mark, breakfast isn’t without its usual trepidation as the Faithfuls nervously wait to see who the Traitors murdered overnight. However, that’s not the only news to come out of the morning, as one player reveals a huge bombshell that leaves the group reeling and relationships in doubt. (S)10 PM10.00BBC NEWS AT TEN (S)10.30BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)10.40THE VIEW Mark Carruthers presents a review of the week’s political news, including reports on the latest events at Stormont and Westminster. Plus, analysis with studio guests. (S)11PM11.20Question Time Fiona Bruce chairs the topical debate in the Hampshire town of WInchester, inviting a panel of politicians and other guests to answer questions from an invited audience on subjects that have made the headlines over the past week. (S)12.25Newscast A weekly round-up from Westminster and light-hearted gossip about the biggest stories in politics. (S); Weather1.00BBC News (S)6AM to 6:30PM6.30Bargain Hunt (S) (R)7.15Money for Nothing (S) (R)8.00Sign Zone: Iolo’s Anglesey (S) (R)8.30Sign Zone: Between the Covers (S) (R)9.00BBC News (S)10.00BBC News (S)12.15Politics Live (S)1.00Meet the Street at Christmas (S) (R)1.45Celebrity Eggheads (S) (R)2.15The Best Christmas Food Ever (S) (R)3.00WORLD’S WEIRDEST EVENTS (S) (R)4.00BACK IN TIME FOR SCHOOL (S) (R)5.00FLOG IT! (S) (R)6.00RICHARD OSMAN’S HOUSE OF GAMES Kevin Eldon, Sarah Keyworth, Laila Rouass and John Whaite take part in the penultimate round of challenges ahead of Friday’s final. (S)6.30STRICTLY: IT TAKES TWO Janette Manrara dishes up more backstage gossip as another couple who made the final drops by for a chat. Plus, Vicky Gill reveals the weekend’s costumes in Puttin’ on the Glitz. (S)7PM7.00CELEBRITY ANTIQUES ROAD TRIP Dominic Littlewood and Melinda Messenger join Natasha Raskin Sharp and Tim Medhurst on a hunt and haggle for antiques in Southampton. A cat terrifies one celebrity and a Viking find shocks the other. (S)8PM8.00THE SECRET GENIUS OF MODERN LIFE Hannah Fry visits eBay’s Authentication Centre where they’re waging war against fake high value trainers. She discovers how American breakfast waffles transformed the sports shoe’s soles, and how an 18th-century tea set led to the use of celebrity endorsement. Last in the series. (S)9PM9.00THE ENGLISH As Eli and Cornelia reach Powder River, a violent attack on his hayrick forces Trafford to make a difficult decision, and Marshall discovers the truth behind the branding. When Melmont finally returns to Wyoming, the stage is set for a violent confrontation. Drama, starring Emily Blunt and Chaske Spencer. (S)10PM10.10WE WISH YOU A MANDY CHRISTMAS Mandy contemplates the true meaning of Christmas. Is it the glimmer in a schoolboy’s expectant eye as he opens his pillowcase on Christmas morning. Is it the wide smile on a publican’s face as he welcomes merry revellers with a vat of warm mulled wine. (S) (R)10.30NEWSNIGHT; Weather (S)11PM11.15What We Do in the Shadows The vampires fear they have been electronically cursed. (S) (R)11.35What We Do in the Shadows (S) (R)12.00Agatha Christie: Lucy Worsley on the Mystery Queen (S) (R)1.00Sign Zone: Trailblazers: A Rocky Mountain Road Trip (S) (R)2.00Sign Zone: Strictly Come Dancing (S) (R)3.45Sign Zone: Strictly Come Dancing: The Results (S) (R)4.25This Is BBC Two (S)6AM to 6:30PM6.00GOOD MORNING BRITAIN (S)9.00LORRAINE Entertainment, current affairs and fashion news, as well as showbiz stories and celebrity gossip. Presented by Lorraine Kelly. (S)10.00THIS MORNING Daily magazine, featuring a mix of celebrity chat, showbusiness news, lifestyle features, health and beauty advice and more. Including Local Weather. (S)12.30LOOSE WOMEN The women put the world to rights once more and invite a celebrity guest to chat about what they are up to. (S)1.30ITV LUNCHTIME NEWS (S); Weather1.55UTV LIVE (S); UTV Weather (S)2.00DICKINSON’S REAL DEAL In Blackburn, Alys Dobbie meets a time-travelling fan. (S) (R)3.00TENABLE Quiz show, hosted by Warwick Davis. (S) (R)3.59UTV WEATHER (S)4.00TIPPING POINT Ben Shephard hosts the arcade-themed quiz. (S) (R)5.00THE CHASE Bradley Walsh presents as four contestants answer general knowledge questions and work as a team to take on ruthless quiz genius and secure a cash prize. (S) (R)6.00UTV LIVE (S); UTV Weather (S)6.30ITV EVENING NEWS (S); Weather7PM7.29WEATHER A look ahead to the weather for the days ahead. (S)7.30EMMERDALE Chas prepares for her trip away with Paddy. Meanwhile, Dawn makes a decision. Plus, Ethan invites his boss into his home. (S)8PM8.30CHRISTMAS SAVES & SCAMS? TONIGHT With inflation at a 40-year high, can you cut costs without curtailing Christmas? Reporter Sonali Shah shares 12 tips for saving money and staying safe from scams this festive season. (S)9PM9.00GORDON, GINO AND FRED: UNSEEN BITS Gordon Ramsay, Gino D’Acampo and Fred Sirieix re-live their epic road trips across Mexico the USA and Morocco, revealing all the funniest unseen bits and bloopers that didn’t make it on TV, until now. (S)10PM10.00ITV NEWS AT TEN (S); Weather10.30UTV LIVE (S); Weather10.45IRAN UNVEILED – TAKING ON THE AYATOLLAHS A camera crew goes undercover in Iran to follow the women challenging the religious autocrats who have ruled the country for 40 years. The film follows the stories of Shima, Shaparak, Maryam and Masih. (S)11PM11.45Bradley & Barney Walsh: Breaking Dad The duo embark on the final leg of their European road trip as they explore more of Italy, engaging in gladiatorial combat in Rome and visiting the Amalfi Coast. (S) (R)12.10Shop: Ideal World A selection of Ideal World repeat shows.3.00Game of Talents With Jonathan Ross and Katherine Ryan. (S) (R)3.50Unwind with ITV (S)5.05Beautiful Baking with Juliet Sear (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.05Countdown (S) (R)6.45Cheers (S) (R)7.10Cheers (S) (R)7.40Cheers (S) (R)8.05Everybody Loves Raymond (S) (R)8.35Everybody Loves Raymond (S) (R)9.35Frasier (S) (R)10.05Frasier (S) (R)10.35Frasier (S) (R)11.05Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA (S) (R)12.00Channel 4 News Summary (S)12.05Couples Come Dine with Me (S) (R)1.05Jamie’s Quick and Easy Christmas (S) (R)2.10Countdown Colin Murray hosts. (S)3.00CHATEAU DIY AT CHRISTMAS (S) (R)4.00A PLACE IN THE SUN (S)5.00KIRSTIE’S HANDMADE CHRISTMAS (S)6.00THE SIMPSONS Bart teams up with a marketing manager hoping to promote a brand of novelty T-shirts, and Homer helps Lisa build a nuclear bomb for a school science project. (S) (R)6.30HOLLYOAKS A hungover Leah wants to hide away from the world after her antics the night before. (S) (R)7PM7.00CHANNEL 4 NEWS (S)8PM8.00ALDI AT CHRISTMAS The retailer’s build-up to the 2022 festive period, a time when it is determined to compete against its more established rivals and become the number one Christmas supermarket. (S)9PM9.00JOE LYCETT V DAVID BECKHAM: A GOT YOUR BACK CHRISTMAS SPECIAL The presenter locks horns with David Beckham – one of the world’s most famous footballers – to highlight the true cost of the Qatar World Cup. (S)10PM10.008 OUT OF 10 CATS DOES COUNTDOWN CHRISTMAS SPECIAL Jimmy Carr hosts a festive edition, with Jon Richardson and Sarah Millican taking on Sean Lock and David Mitchell, while David O’Doherty joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner. (S) (R)11PM11.05Out and Proud in Football (S)11.20Travel Man: 96 Hours in Iceland (S) (R)12.20Jon & Lucy’s Christmas Sleepover (S) (R)1.15The Secret World of Toys at Christmas (S) (R)2.10You Won’t Believe This (S) (R)3.0524 Hours in A&E (S) (R)4.00Couples Come Dine with Me (S) (R)4.55Devon and Cornwall (S) (R)5.50Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.00Peppa Pig (S) (R)6.05Peppa Pig (S) (R)6.10The Secret Life of Puppies (S)6.15Oggy Oggy (S) (R)6.25Blue’s Clues & You (S) (R)6.45Fireman Sam (S) (R)6.55Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go! (S) (R)7.10Peppa Pig (S) (R)7.20Peppa Pig (S) (R)7.30Paw Patrol (S) (R)7.50Milo (S) (R)8.05Pip and Posy (S) (R)8.15The Adventures of Paddington (S) (R)8.30Paw Patrol (S) (R)8.45Daisy & Ollie (S) (R)8.55Odo (S) (R)9.05Sunny Bunnies (S) (R)9.10Let’s Go Treasure Seeking! (S)9.15JEREMY VINE (S)12.30BARGAIN-LOVING BRITS IN THE SUN (S) (R)1.255 NEWS AT LUNCHTIME (S)1.30FILM: AN UNEXPECTED CHRISTMAS (2021) Premiere. Romantic drama, starring Bethany Joy Lenz. (S)3.15FILM: SISTER SWAP: A CHRISTMAS IN THE CITY (2021) Premiere. Festive drama, starring Ashley Williams. (S)5.005 NEWS AT 5 (S)6.00EGGHEADS Highway Links all worked together in the transport department of Lincolnshire County Council. (S) (R)6.30EGGHEADS Hop Pole United from Aylesbury met playing in separate quiz teams at their local pub. (S) (R)6.555 NEWS UPDATE (S)7PM7.00COSTCO AT CHRISTMAS Behind the scenes of one of the most secretive retailers in Britain this Christmas - Costco. In these financially testing times, cameras reveal the inside track on whether bulk buying is the best way to plan your Christmas shopping this year, as well as how to become a member of this shopping club. (S) (R)7.555 NEWS UPDATE (S)8PM8.00INSIDE THE TOWER OF LONDON The Tower has mourned the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and proclaimed King Charles III. Having seen 42 monarchs come and go, the fortress needs to make some important changes to mark the new King’s reign - the Yeoman Warder’s uniforms need to be updated. Last in the series. (S); 5 News Update (S)9PM9.00CASUALTY 24/7: EVERY SECOND COUNTS It is a big day in the A&E department of Barnsley Hospital as staff are finally allowed to work without masks for the first time since the pandemic hit the UK. For some it’s a happy, welcome relief, but others aren’t ready to go mask-free. (S) (R)10PM10.00A&E AFTER DARK A 41-year-old patient is escorted off the premises of Hull Royal Infirmary after verbally abusing a receptionist in the waiting room, but is allowed back into the hospital to have his hand treated after calming down. In resus, Dr Jeremy Osman and a full trauma team attempt to save the life of 18-year-old Jack, who has severe injuries. (S) (R)11PM11.05Motorway Cops: Catching Britain’s Speeders (S) (R)12.05999: Criminals Caught on Camera (S) (R)1.00The LeoVegas Live Casino Show (S)3.00Entertainment News on 5 (S)3.05Rich House Poor House: Country Life (S) (R)3.55Rich House Poor House (S) (R)4.45Cruising with Jane McDonald (S) (R)5.35Fireman Sam (S) (R)5.45Pip and Posy (S) (R)5.50Pip and Posy (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.00EURONEWS6.10TELESHOPPING6.45TELESHOPPING7.20TODAY (S) (R)9.20THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW (S) (R)10.10BRIDGE OF LIES (S); Weather11.10DOCTORS (S); Weather11.50LEADERS’ QUESTIONS (S)12.45TELLY BINGO (S)1.00RTÉ NEWS: ONE O’CLOCK; Weather (S)1.30SHORTLAND STREET (S)2.00SISTER BONIFACE MYSTERIES A member of a band is found dead from a bee sting. (S) (R)2.55TRACKS AND TRAILS (S) (R)3.30TODAY Daily magazine show featuring entertainment and celebrity news. (S)5.40NUACHT (S)5.55RTÉ NEWS WITH SIGNING (S)6.00THE ANGELUS (R)6.01RTÉ NEWS: SIX ONE; Weather (S)7PM7.00EAR TO THE GROUND Magazine show for farmers and rural residents, focusing on the ever-changing nature of country life and landscape. Featuring topics including food safety and rural development. (S)7.30EASTENDERS Sonia is nervous ahead of the will reading, while Dotty is excited at the thought of selling the house and travelling the world. (S)8PM8.00NEVEN’S CHRISTMAS AT MUCKROSS TRADITIONAL FARMS In the second of his two Christmas specials, Neven prepares smoked trout pate and chicken liver parfait; ham, leek and mushroom pie; and roast turkey breast. (S)8.30FAIR CITY Anto has a plan for a community Christmas dinner. Kev and Dean clash over Kev’s plans. (S)9PM9.00RTÉ NEWS: NINE O’CLOCK; Weather (S)9.35PRIME TIME In-depth analysis of current affairs and topical reports, presented by Miriam O’Callaghan and Fran McNulty. (S)10PM10.15FRANCIS BACON, THE OUTSIDER (S)11PM11.15The Works Presents John Kelly meets Robert Ballagh, whose work is well known thanks to commissions on everything from banknotes and commemorative stamps to the set of Riverdance. (S)11.50Science to the Rescue Teams trying to win funds from the Future Innovator Prize. (S) (R)12.55The Split (S) (R)2.00Prime Time (S) (R)2.40Telly Bingo (S) (R)2.55Doctors (S) (R)3.25EuroNews6AM to 6:30PM6.00EuroNews8.00news2day (S)8.10Lost & Found Music Studios (S) (R)8.40Critters TV (S) (R)8.55Leonardo (S) (R)9.25Makers (S) (R)9.30Dizzy Deliveries (S) (R)9.45Let’s Find Out (S) (R)10.00Fia’s Fairies (S) (R)10.05Fia’s Fairies (S) (R)10.10Atom Town (S)10.15Happy the Hoglet (S) (R)10.25Happy the Hoglet (S)10.30The Wee Littles (S) (R)10.35The Wee Littles (S) (R)10.40The Wee Littles (S) (R)10.45Ray Of Sunshine10.50Mya Go (S) (R)10.55Mya Go (S) (R)11.05Mya Go (S) (R)11.10Go Jetters (S) (R)11.20Go Jetters (S) (R)11.35Peppa Pig (R)11.40Peppa Pig (R)11.45Peppa Pig (R)11.50Wild Atlantic Kids (S) (R)12.05Wild Kratts (R)12.25Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated (R)12.50Royals Next Door (S) (R)1.05Royals Next Door (S) (R)1.20Shaun the Sheep (S) (R)1.30Shaun the Sheep (S) (R)1.40Danny & Mick (R)1.55Taking the Next Step (S) (R)2.30Holly Hobbie (R)2.55Tara Duncan (S)3.10Tara Duncan (S)3.25Ace My Space (S) (R)3.55Ar Mbia Ar Sli (S) (R)4.00Bush Kids (S) (R)4.20news2day (S)4.30THE SIMPSONS (S)5.00THE GOLDBERGS (S) (R)5.30THE BIG BANG THEORY (S) (R)6.00SHORTLAND STREET (S) (R)6.30YOUNG SHELDON (S) (R)7PM7.00GRAND DESIGNS: HOUSE OF THE YEAR Kevin McCloud, architect Damion Burrows and design expert Michelle Ogundehin visit five more inspiring homes in the running for the 2019 Royal Institute of British Architects House of the Year, featuring a contemporary London home and a property in the middle of a nature reserve on the Isle of Man. (S) (R)8PM8.00SUPER RICH SLEEPOVERS Sally Lindsay lives the high life as she visits some of Britain’s poshest homes. This time, she experiences life inside a six-storey Mayfair townhouse. (S) (R)9PM9.00FATHER TED A smooth-talking priest offers Ted a chance to leave Craggy Island and run his own parish in Beverly Hills. Final episode of the clerical comedy. (S) (R)9.35FILM: THE MEG (2018) Rescue diver Jonas Taylor is hired to save the crew of a deep-sea submersible from a 75ft-long prehistoric shark. Action thriller, starring Jason Statham. (S)11PM11.35The Outlaws Christian’s nemesis closes in, and he is forced to reveal the secrets of his past. Frank edges close to reconciliation with Margaret, while John risks permanent estrangement from his own father. Rani’s parents advise her on the importance of honouring one’s obligation, as Greg finds himself caught between disbarment and dismemberment. (S) (R)12.45Our Miracle Years (S) (R)1.45EuroNews6AM to 6:30PM6.15The Six O’Clock Show (S) (R)7.00Ireland AM (S)10.00This Morning12.30News at 12:30 (S)1.00The Chase (S) (R)2.00The Chase (S) (R)3.00LOOSE WOMEN4.00DON’T LOOK BACK IN ANGER (S) (R)4.30JUDGE JUDY5.00JUDGE JUDY5.30NEWS AT 5.30 (S)6.05THE SIX O’CLOCK SHOW Chat show, featuring celebrity interviews. (S)7PM7.00NEWS AT 7 (S)7.30EMMERDALE (S)8PM8.00EMMERDALE Chas prepares for her trip away with Paddy. Meanwhile, Dawn makes a decision. (S)8.30CORONATION STREET ICONS: LIZ MCDONALD (S) (R)9PM9.00WITNESS NUMBER 3 In the middle of the night, Po enters Jodie’s home, under orders from the gang.10PM10.00THE TONIGHT SHOW (S)11PM11.00FANNING AT WHELAN’S (S) (R)12.00MONROE (R)1.00IRELAND’S CRAZY CHRISTMAS LIGHTS (R)1.30IRELAND’S CRAZY CHRISTMAS LIGHTS 2 (R)2.00CLOSE5.25THE TONIGHT SHOW (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM7.00Cúla 411.10The Wonder Years (S) (R)11.40The Golden Girls (S) (R)12.10A Chef’s Life (S) (R)12.40Garraí Glas (R)1.10Dr Quinn: Medicine Woman (S) (R)2.05Shark Tank (S)3.00CÚLA 45.28AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH5.30MNÁ NA TALÚN (R)6.00THE GOLDEN GIRLS (S) (R)6.30THE WONDER YEARS Kevin takes up soccer and learns the importance of teamwork. (S) (R)6.57AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH7PM7.00NUACHT TG47.30SEAL LE DÁITHÍ Dáithí Ó Sé is joined by David Gough.8PM8.00NA CEITHRE RÁITHE SNA DÉISE A young musical man from An Sean Phobal prepares for a new period in his life. Last in the series.8.30ROS NA RÚN Convinced now that Vera is spying on her, Réailtín puts a plan in motion to snare her. Bobbi Lee is more than confident her stag events will be a success.9PM9.00GLÓR TÍRE: ROGHA & TOGHA Featuring Patrick Feeney, Mike Denver and Trudi Lalor. (R)9.30EIRE FHIAIN – AN COSTA THIAR A two-part special focusing on Ireland’s most striking wild environments. (R)10PM10.30FÍORSCÉAL The lives of Simon and Beatrice Maranan, who are part of an indigenous Sami semi-nomadic community of reindeer herders.11PM11.32AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH11.35ROS NA RÚN Réailtín puts a plan in motion to snare Vera. (R)12.05RELATIVE STRANGERS (S) (R)1.10DÁIL ÉIREANN1.35FRANCE 245.30FRANCE 24