Today's TV Tuesday 27 December

bbc 1bbc 2utvchannel 4channel 5rte onerte 2virgin onetg 46.006.00BREAKFAST (S)7.35MATCH OF THE DAY (S) (R)9.00ATTENBOROUGH: 60 YEARS IN THE WILD (S) (R)10.00FILM: MISSING LINK (2019) Animated comedy, with the voice of Hugh Jackman. (S)11.30FILM: THE NEVERENDING STORY (1984) Fantasy adventure, starring Barret Oliver. (S)1.00BBC NEWS AT ONE; Weather (S)1.15BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)1.25FILM: TROLLS HOLIDAY IN HARMONY (2021) Premiere. Animated short, with the Anna Kendrick and Justin Timberlake. (S)1.45FILM: HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD (2019) Animated fantasy adventure, with Jay Baruchel. (S)3.20FILM: HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: HOMECOMING (2019) Animated drama, with the voices of Jay Baruchel and Gerard Butler. (S)3.45FILM: GHOSTBUSTERS II (1989) Supernatural comedy sequel, starring Bill Murray and Dan Aykroyd. (S)5.25POINTLESS CELEBRITIES (S) (R)6.15BBC NEWS AT SIX; Weather (S)6.35BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)6.45THE WEAKEST LINK (S)7PM7.30EASTENDERS The residents of Walford wake up to the confusing news that the Vic is not opening and news continues to spread about what has happened. Sam tries to convince Phil to give Kat another chance, all the while worrying that her brother does not find out what she got up to in Spain. (S)8PM8.00COUNTRYFILE Margherita Taylor discovers the roots of New Year and Burns’ Night in Scotland. She also delves into the programme archive to celebrate other seasonal customs, like the time Ellie Harrison embraced ‘coorie’ and John Craven learned about the ancient tradition of Gaelic psalm singing. Including weather for the week ahead. (S)9PM9.00FILM: 1917 (2019) Premiere. During the First World War, two British soldiers attempt to cross enemy lines to deliver a message that could save hundreds. War drama, starring Dean- Charles Chapman, George MacKay, Daniel Mays and Colin Firth. (S)10 PM10.50BBC NEWS AT TEN (S)11PM11.15BBC Newsline; Weather (S)11.20Tokyo Vice (S)12.15Tokyo Vice (S)1.25Blankety Blank Christmas Special (S) (R)2.00The Great British Sewing Bee: Celebrity Christmas Special (S) (R)3.00Weather for the Week Ahead (S)3.05BBC News (S)6AM to 6:30PM6.10FILM: SIGN ZONE: TROLLS: WORLD TOUR (2020) Animated adventure, with the voices of Anna Kendrick. (S)7.35Snow Babies (S) (R)8.35Jay’s Yorkshire Workshop (S) (R)9.35FILM: THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD (1938) Swashbuckling adventure, starring Errol Flynn. (S)11.15Homes Under the Hammer (S) (R)12.15Bargain Hunt: Food and Drink Special (S) (R)1.00Great British Railway Journeys With Michael Portillo. (S) (R)1.30FILM: HELLO, DOLLY! (1969) A widowed matchmaker sets about finding a wife for a grain merchant, but decides she would rather be the lucky woman herself. Period musical, starring Barbra Streisand. (S)3.50FILM: FUNNY GIRL (1968) Musical biopic of Fanny Brice, starring Barbra Streisand and Omar Sharif. (S)6.15COPPÉLIA A modern take on the much-loved ballet by Delibes. (S)7PM7.30RICHARD OSMAN’S FESTIVE HOUSE OF GAMES Brian Conley, Scarlett Moffatt, Anneka Rice and Phil Wang test their general knowledge skills for another round of challenges hosted by Richard Osman. (S)8PM8.00ONLY CONNECT Victoria Coren Mitchell presents the quiz show as two teams from previous series, Part-Time Poets and Romantics, take part. (S)8.30CHRISTMAS UNIVERSITY CHALLENGE The first round of this year’s festive edition concludes as graduates of the University of Bristol play former students of the University of Cardiff. (S)9PM9.00THE BLAME GAME Scottish comedian Susie McCabe joins the regulars at the Strule Arts & Civic Centre in Omagh. (S) (R)9.30MIRIAM MARGOLYES: AUSTRALIA UNMASKED New series. Miriam embarks on a journey Down Under to explore the unique Australian ethos of ’the Fair Go”, and how it plays out in the lives of her fellow citizens. (S)10PM10.30FRANKIE BOYLE’S 2022 NEW WORLD ORDER The comedian returns with his New World Order end of year special where, with the help of his guests, he’ll dissect the bewildering year that was 2022. Frankie reviews and discusses all the big stories from the last 12 months along with a selection of unbelievable clips. (S)11PM11.15Barra on the Bann (S) (R)11.30Lady Gaga at the BBC (S) (R)12.30Pride Hits at the BBC (S) (R)1.30Sign Zone: Gardeners’ World Winter Specials (S) (R)2.30Sign Zone: The Best Christmas Food Ever (S) (R)3.15Sign Zone: How To with John Wilson (S) (R)3.45Sign Zone: How To with John Wilson (S) (R)4.15This Is BBC Two (S)6AM to 6:30PM6.00Dare Master @Home (S) (R)6.05Mr Bean: The Animated Series (S) (R)6.20Mr Bean: The Animated Series (S) (R)6.35Mr Bean: The Animated Series (S) (R)6.50Mr Bean: The Animated Series (S) (R)7.00Mr Magoo (S) (R)7.30Lloyd of the Flies (S) (R)8.00The Rubbish World of Dave Spud (S) (R)8.15The Rubbish World of Dave Spud (S) (R)8.30Inspector Gadget (S) (R)8.45Inspector Gadget (S) (R)9.00Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! (S) (R)9.25FILM: OVER THE HEDGE (2006) Animated comedy, with the voice of Bruce Willis and Steve Carell. (S)11.00FILM: RIO (2011) Animated comedy, with the voice of Jesse Eisenberg. (S)12.50ITV LUNCHTIME NEWS (S); Weather12.55UTV LIVE (S); UTV Weather (S)1.00GINO’S ITALIAN CHRISTMAS FEAST (S) (R)1.30FILM: E.T.: THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL (1982) Sci-fi fantasy, starring Henry Thomas and Drew Barrymore. (S)3.45LIVE GALLAGHER PREMIERSHIP RUGBY UNION Harlequins v Bristol Bears (Kick-off 4.15pm). Hugh Woozencroft presents action from the concluding match in the 13th round of fixtures, held at The Stoop. (S)6.30TIPPING POINT: BEST EVER FINALS Hosted by Ben Shephard. (S) (R)7PM7.00UTV LIVE (S); Weather7.10ITV EVENING NEWS (S); Weather7.30EMMERDALE Chas questions Cain. Greg threatens to ruin Ethan’s reputation. Nicola worries for her sister. (S)8PM8.30THE VOICE KIDS Emma Willis presents as round two of the blind auditions gets under way and the superstar coaches Ronan Keating, Danny Jones, Pixie Lott and Will.i.am complete their teams. Which young singers will go through to the festive final? Continues tomorrow. (S)10PM10.00ITV NEWS AT TEN Weather (S)10.19UTV WEATHER (S)10.20BILLY CONNOLLY: IT’S BEEN A PLEASURE Celebration of the comedian’s greatest stand-up performances, featuring interviews with Billy and his wife Pamela Stephenson, and contributions from famous fans including Paul McCartney, Elton John and Lenny Henry. (S) (R)11PM11.35Gallagher Premiership Rugby Union Highlights (S)12.35Shop: Ideal World3.00The Cube Christmas Special (S) (R)4.00Unwind with ITV (S)5.05Ainsley’s Food We Love (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.10Countdown (S) (R)6.50The King of Queens (S) (R)7.15The King of Queens (S) (R)7.40Everybody Loves Raymond (S) (R)8.35The Simpsons (S) (R)9.00The Simpsons (S) (R)9.30The Simpsons (S) (R)9.55The Simpsons (S) (R)10.25The Simpsons (S) (R)10.55The Simpsons (S) (R)11.20The Simpsons (S) (R)11.50FILM: LEMONY SNICKET’S A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS (2004) Comedy adventure, starring Jim Carrey and Meryl Streep. (S)1.55Chateau DIY at Christmas (S) (R)2.55The Snowman: The Film That Changed Christmas (S) (R)4.00THE SNOWMAN (S) (R)4.35A PLACE IN THE SUN (S)5.35CHANNEL 4 NEWS (S)6.05EXTRAORDINARY ESCAPES AT CHRISTMAS WITH SANDI TOKSVIG Deborah Meaden, Fay Ripley and Maggie Aderin-Pocock help Sandi explore Norway. (S) (R)7PM7.00CHRISTMAS AT HAREWOOD HOUSE Life at Harewood House, one of England’s finest Treasure Houses, which was built in North Yorkshire the 1700s by Edwin Lascelles, First Baron of Harewood, designed by Robert Adam and landscaped by ‘Capability’ Brown. More than just a visitor attraction, it is now run as a museum dedicated to fine art. (S) (R)8PM8.00ESCAPE TO THE CHATEAU AT CHRISTMAS The Strawbridges prepare their festive celebrations, and want to thank everyone who has helped them along the way with the chateau’s biggest party yet. All hands are on deck collecting and decorating the Christmas tree, preparing a festive feast, and carrying out time honoured family traditions. Last in series. (S) (R)9PM9.00FIRST DATES AT CHRISTMAS The restaurant’s Christmas guests include a jeweller and a portrait artist who is on the look-out for a wife, a vicar and a parish worker with a penchant for dad jokes, a DJ and the self -proclaimed Queen of Christmas, and a pair of students - one of whom has never had a relationship longer than three hours. (S)10PM10.00THE LATEISH SHOW WITH MO GILLIGAN: CHRISTMAS SPECIAL Jason Manford, Danny and Dani Dyer, Marvin Humes, Sophie Willan and Samson Kayo join Mo for festive fun and games, including sketches, Christmas Nursery Grimes and a chance for members of the public to ask the guests risque and neverbefore- asked questions. (S)11PM11.05FILM: Micky Flanagan: The Out Out Tour (2011) A performance by the comedian. (S) (R)12.05Out and Proud in Football12.15FILM: The Untouchables (1987) Gangster thriller, starring Kevin Costner. (S)2.20FILM: K-19: The Widowmaker (2002) Fact-based thriller, with Harrison Ford. (S)4.35George Clarke’s Old House, New Home (S) (R)5.25Food Unwrapped (S) (R)5.55Countdown (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.00Peppa Pig (S) (R)6.15The Secret Life of Puppies (S) (R)6.20Oggy Oggy (S) (R)6.30Blue’s Clues & You (S) (R)6.55Fireman Sam (S) (R)7.05Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go! (S) (R)7.15Peppa Pig (S) (R)7.30Paw Patrol (S) (R)7.45Milo (S) (R)8.05Pip and Posy (S) (R)8.15The Adventures of Paddington (S) (R)8.35Paw Patrol (S) (R)8.50Daisy & Ollie (S)8.55Peppa Pig (S) (R)9.10Roarsome Dinosaurs (S)9.15ENTERTAINMENT NEWS ON 5 (S)9.20FILM: MURDER AT THE GALLOP (1963) Miss Marple mystery, starring Margaret Rutherford. (S) (b/w)11.05FILM: OKLAHOMA! (1955) Rodgers and Hammerstein’s musical Western, with Gordon MacRae. (S)1.55FILM: HOOK (1991) A grown-up Peter Pan returns to Neverland to rescue his children from Captain Hook. Steven Spielberg’s fantasy adventure, starring Robin Williams, Dustin Hoffman and Julia Roberts. (S)4.50FILM: THE GOONIES (1985) The discovery of a treasure map plunges seven kids into the adventure of a lifetime to save their homes from developers. Family adventure, starring Sean Astin and Corey Feldman. (S)6.555 NEWS UPDATE (S)7PM7.00WORLD’S STRONGEST MAN 2022 Action from heat one in Sacramento, California, as the 44th edition of the prestigious strongman contest got under way. Presented by James Richardson, Eddie Hall and Michelle Ackerley, with commentary by Colin Bryce and Danny Wallace. (S)7.555 NEWS UPDATE (S)8PM8.00BRITAIN’S POSHEST DESIGNER OUTLET: INSIDE BICESTER VILLAGE Outlet centres across the UK are selling fashion at bargain basement prices, and Oxfordshire-based Bicester Village is top of the tree. Fashion experts, former employees and retail insiders reveal how it can sell premium fashion for less and uncover the secrets of its success. (S)9PM9.00RIPTIDE New series. When Sean doesn’t return from his morning surf, police presume he has drowned in the riptide, but his wife Alison can’t shake the possibility that something else might have happened to him. Starring Jo Joyner. (S)10PM10.00DOLLY PARTON: 20 GREATEST MOMENTS Documentary charting the country music superstar’s journey, from growing up in poverty in Tennessee in the Appalachian Mountains to reaching the very top in the world of entertainment. (S) (R)11PM11.55Dolly, Kenny & Friends: Greatest Hits (S) (R)12.55Entertainment News on 5 (S)1.00The LeoVegas Live Casino Show (S)3.00Entertainment News on 5 (S)3.10World’s Funniest TV Ads with Jason Manford (S) (R)4.05Henry VIII: Rise of a Tyrant (S) (R)4.50Divine Designs (S) (R)5.20Paw Patrol (S)5.30Paw Patrol (S)5.45Pip and Posy (S) (R)5.50Pip and Posy (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.40TELESHOPPING7.50FILM: AN AFFAIR TO REMEMBER (1957) Romantic drama. (S)10.00FILM: THE GLENN MILLER STORY (1954) Musical biopic. (S)12.10EASTENDERS (S) (R)12.45TELLY BINGO (S)1.00RTÉ NEWS: ONE O’CLOCK; Weather (S)1.10PAT SHORTT’S ENTERTAINMENT FROM D’TELLY CHRISTMAS SPECIAL (S) (R)2.10THE FULL IRISH HIDDEN CAMERA SHOW (S) (R)2.40HIS DARK MATERIALS (S)3.35FILM: BACK TO THE FUTURE (1985) Sci-fi comedy adventure. (S)5.45NUACHT (S)5.55RTÉ NEWS WITH SIGNING (S)6.00THE ANGELUS (R)6.01RTÉ NEWS: SIX ONE; Weather (S)6.30HOW IRELAND ROCKED THE 80S (S)7PM7.30EASTENDERS The residents of Walford wake up to the confusing news that the Vic is not opening and news continues to spread about what has happened. Sam tries to convince Phil to give Kat another chance, all the while worrying that her brother does not find out what she got up to in Spain. (S)8PM8.00FAIR CITY Sharon is conflicted over what happened on Christmas Day, while Renee is surprised when Louis shows his true colours. (S)8.30KILLINASKULLY: THE CHRISTMAS CONCERT Willie determines to make a profit by spreading some Christmas cheer with a grotto outside Jacksie’s, while Dieter tries to save the festive concert with a classic movie. (S) (R)9PM9.00RTÉ NEWS: NINE O’CLOCK; Weather (S)9.25FILM: BAD BOYS FOR LIFE (2020) Premiere. Isabel Aretas, the widow of crime lord Benito, escapes from a Mexican prison with the help of her son, Armando. She sends him to Miami to recover the stash of money his father had hidden, as well as assassinating those responsible for his dad’s arrest and eventual death in prison. She demands that Armando kill Miami detective Mike Lowrey last. Action sequel, starring Will Smith, Martin Lawrence, Paola Nunez and Vanessa Hudgens. (S); Weather11PM11.45FILM: The Dinner (2017) Drama, starring Richard Gere. (S)2.00Holby City (S) (R)2.50Telly Bingo (R)3.05EuroNews6AM to 6:30PM6.00EuroNews Headlines update.7.30The Wee Littles (S) (R)7.35The Wee Littles (S) (R)7.40The Wee Littles (S) (R)7.45The Wee Littles (S) (R)7.55FILM: THE GRUFFALO’S CHILD Animated sequel, with the voice of Robbie Coltrane. (S)8.25Ace My Space Christmas Special (S) (R)9.00Blasts from the Past (S) (R)9.25Blasts from the Past (S) (R)9.55Royals Next Door (S) (R)10.05Royals Next Door (S) (R)10.20Nova Jones (S)10.50FILM: WALLACE & GROMIT: A GRAND DAY OUT The animated heroes go to the moon. (S) (R)11.20FILM: THE HOUSE ON SEAHORSE BAY (2019) Family drama, starring Anthony Coleman. (S)1.00RACING FROM LEOPARDSTOWN Hugh Cahill presents coverage for the second of four days of action from the Leopardstown Christmas Festival. (S)3.25FILM: FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE (1963) James Bond thriller, tarring Sean Connery. (S)5.30THE SIMPSONS (S) (R)5.55FILM: INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM (1984) 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. (S)8PM8.00THE GREEN PLANET David Attenborough presents a guide to the world of plants that grow in water, including a bubbling river in Brazil, where the plants have created their own atmosphere. Plus, plants that fight each other for growing space or use natural adhesives to prevent themselves being swept downstream. (S) (R)9PM9.00THE YOUNG OFFENDERS Conor and Jock battle to save their estate, as well as trying to grant Mairead’s Christmas wish with the help of Fortitude star Robert Sheehan. (S) (R)9.40FILM: THE POST (2017) In 1971, American newspapers race to expose a government cover-up of Vietnam War secrets. Fact-based drama, with Meryl Streep and Tom Hanks. (S)11PM11.45FILM: Gringo (2018) Action comedy, starring David Oyelowo and Charlize Theron.1.45The Keith Barry Experience (S) (R)2.45Our Town (S) (R)3.35John Connors’ Acting Academy (S) (R)4.30100 Years of Ulysses (S) (R)5.20Faoi Bhláth (S) (R)5.25EuroNews6AM to 6:30PM6.40Pick Me! (S) (R)7.40The Best of Ireland AM9.10The Chocolate Challenge with the Hairy Bikers (R)10.10FILM: UNDERCOVER CHRISTMAS (2003) Romantic comedy, starring Jami Gertz and Shawn Christian.12.30Yorkshire Airport (R)12.58Virgin Media News Update (S)1.00The Chase (S) (R)2.00The Chase Quiz show. (S) (R)2.58Virgin Media News Update (S)3.00PAUL O’GRADY: FOR THE LOVE OF DOGS – A ROYAL SPECIAL (S) (R)4.00RESCUE (S) (R)4.30JUDGE JUDY5.00JUDGE JUDY5.30DON’T LOOK BACK IN ANGER (S) (R)5.55VIRGIN MEDIA NEWS UPDATE (S)6.00CELEBRITY CATCHPHRASE CHRISTMAS SPECIAL (S) (R)6.58VIRGIN MEDIA NEWS UPDATE (S)7PM7.00DON’T LOOK BACK IN ANGER (S)7.30EMMERDALE (S)8PM8.00EMMERDALE (S)8.30THE VOICE KIDS10PM10.00FILM: THE EQUALIZER (2014) Action thriller, with Denzel Washington. (S)11PM12.35EXTRAORDINARY TWINS (R)1.35LIVING WITH LUCY (S) (R)2.35CLOSE5.40ANIMAL SOS (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM7.00Cúla 410.00FILM: THE TROUBLE WITH HARRY (1955) Black comedy, starring Edmund Gwenn. (S)11.50Jockey Eile (R)12.35Bailte (R)1.05FILM: ANNIE (1982) John Huston’s musical, with Aileen Quinn. (S)3.30CLUICHÍ NA BLIANA (S)4.30CEOL ÓN CHLANN (R)5.02AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH5.05FILM: WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE (2009) Fantasy, starring Max Records and Catherine Keener.6.57AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH7PM7.00NUACHT TG47.157 LÁ SÚIL SIAR 20228PM8.15SÉ MO LAOCH Flautist Seamus Tansey plays some of his tunes. (R)8.45ROS NA RÚN John Joe is in a bit of a quandary. Curious as to what happened to the man found on Sonny’s site, Caitríona looks for information.9PM9.17AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH9.20OPRY LE DANIEL – ÓMÓS DO JOE DOLAN Daniel O’Donnell introduces an edition celebrating the music of Joe Dolan, featuring Michael English, Jimmy Buckley and Frankie, and Keith and Lorraine McDonald.10PM10.20FILM: THELMA & LOUISE (1991) Two women on a weekend road trip kill a would-be rapist in self-defence and become fugitives. Drama, starring Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis.11PM12.35SÍBÍN (R)1.10WILLIE NELSON & FRIENDS: OUTLAWS & ANGELS2.50FRANCE 245.30FRANCE 24