Today's TV Wednesday 28 December
Find out what's on television today with our TV listings guide.

BREAKFAST (S)
ATTENBOROUGH: 60 YEARS IN THE WILD (S) (R)
FILM: A DOG’S JOURNEY (2019) Drama sequel, starring Dennis Quaid and Henry Lau. (S)
FILM: WALLACE & GROMIT IN THE CURSE OF THE WERE-RABBIT (2005) Animated adventure, with the voice of Peter Sallis. (S)
BBC NEWS AT ONE; Weather (S)
BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)
FILM: ZOG (2018) Animated adventure, with the voice of Hugh Skinner and Tracey Ullman. (S)
FILM: ZOG AND THE FLYING DOCTORS (2020) Animated adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s children’s book. (S)
FILM: FINDING DORY (2016) Animated sequel, with the voice of Ellen DeGeneres. (S)
FILM: MOANA (2016) Disney animation, with the voice of Dwayne Johnson and Auli’i Cravalho. (S)
POINTLESS CELEBRITIES (S) (R)
BBC NEWS AT SIX; Weather (S)
BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)
THE WEAKEST LINK Romesh Ranganathan hosts as eight celebrities try to win £50,000. (S)
EASTENDERS The rumour-mongers are out in force as the news about what happened on Christmas Day is finally out - and Scarlett gets a rough deal when she becomes the target of someone’s rage. A suspicious Sam desperately tries to work out what Phil is up to. Zack melts Whitney’s heart with a kind gesture. Freddie finds himself double booked. (S)
DOGS IN THE WILD: MEET THE FAMILY New series. Chris Packham narrates a documentary following the lives of packs of wild dogs across the world. Featuring astonishing cinematography combined with emotional and immersive storytelling, the programme follows the packs from the rugged peaks of the Himalayas to the blistering Sahara desert. (S)
MAYFLIES Part one of two. Andrea Gibb’s two-part adaptation of Andrew O’Hagan’s novel, starring Tony Curran and Martin Compston as old friends reunited 30 years after the greatest summer of their lives. In 1986, Tully and Jimmy made a vow to live their lives differently following a magical weekend in Manchester. (S)
BBC NEWS AT TEN (S)
BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)
FILM: PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: SALAZAR’S REVENGE (2017) Ghost scavengers escape from the Devil’s Triangle, determined to kill every pirate at sea, including Captain Jack Sparrow. Swashbuckling sequel, starring Johnny Depp, Javier Bardem and Geoffrey Rush. (S)
Michael McIntyre’s Christmas Wheel (S) (R)
Question of Sport Christmas Special (S) (R)
Weather for the Week Ahead (S)
BBC News (S)
Sign Zone: See Hear (S)
Sign Zone: Between the Covers (S) (R)
The Polar Bear Family and Me (S) (R)
Jay’s Yorkshire Workshop (S) (R)
FILM: THE THIRD MAN (1949) Thriller, starring Joseph Cotten and Orson Welles. (S) (b/w)
Homes Under the Hammer (S) (R)
Bargain Hunt: Ceramics Special (S) (R)
Great British Railway Journeys (S) (R)
FILM: SOUTH PACIFIC (1958) Wartime romantic musical, starring Mitzi Gaynor and Rossano Brazzi. (S)
THE REAL MARIGOLD ON TOUR The group embark on a journey to the heart of the Far East, Vietnam. (S) (R)
FILM: WHISKY GALORE! (2016) Comedy, starring James Cosmo, Eddie Izzard and Naomi Battrick. (S)
CELEBRITY ANTIQUES ROAD TRIP Richard Osman and Ingrid Oliver search for antiques in Norfolk. (S)
RICHARD 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)
THE IRISH LEAGUE SHOW Joel Taggart and Nicola McCarthy present action from recent IFA Premiership fixtures, including Glentoran v Linfield and Larne v Carrick Rangers. (S)
CHRISTMAS UNIVERSITY CHALLENGE Two teams return tonight to contest the first semi-final of this year’s Christmas competition. Jeremy Paxman asks the questions. (S)
VIENNA BLOOD An actress is murdered at a silent movie premiere, leaving Max and Oskar to enter a new world in search of men with fanatical devotions and dangerous obsessions. Last in the series. (S)
FILM: HEAT (1995) An armoured car hold-up sets a veteran police detective on the trail of a highly intelligent career criminal, whom he is obsessed with capturing. Meanwhile, the robber is planning an elaborate bank heist as his final job before retiring, and a complex game of cat and mouse develops between the two. Thriller, with Al Pacino and Robert De Niro. (S)
Sign Zone: Trailblazers: A Rocky Mountain Road Trip (S) (R)
Sign Zone: See Hear (S) (R)
B&B by the Sea (S)
B&B by the Sea (S)
B&B by the Sea (S)
B&B by the Sea (S)
B&B by the Sea (S)
This Is BBC Two (S)
GOOD MORNING BRITAIN (S)
LORRAINE Entertainment, current affairs and fashion news, as well as showbiz stories and celebrity gossip. Presented by Lorraine Kelly. (S)
THIS MORNING A mix of celebrity chat, lifestyle features, advice and competitions. (S)
LOOSE WOMEN Another helping of topical studio discussion from a female perspective, featuring celebrity interviews. (S)
ITV LUNCHTIME NEWS (S); Weather
UTV LIVE (S); UTV Weather (S)
NINJA WARRIOR UK: RACE FOR GLORY More competitors take on the obstacle course. (S) (R)
FILM: HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA (2012) Dracula opens a luxury resort for monsters, only to unexpectedly find himself with a human guest. Animated comedy, with the voices of Adam Sandler and Andy Samberg. (S)
TIPPING POINT Ben Shephard hosts the arcade-themed quiz in which contestants drop tokens down a choice of four chutes in the hope of winning a £10,000 jackpot. (S)
THE CHASE Quiz show. (S)
UTV LIVE (S); UTV Weather (S)
ITV EVENING NEWS (S); Weather
CORONATION STREET Sarah quits her job following a showdown with Carla, Todd makes a play for Laurence, and Stephen panics when Jenny reveals that new information has come to light regarding Leo. (S)
THE VOICE KIDS The young finalists take to the stage for the final, with battles, showstopping solos and support from coaches Ronan Keating, Danny Jones, Pixie Lott and Will.i.am as they compete to be crowned champion. Presented by Emma Willis. Last in the series. (S)
ITV NEWS AT TEN (S); Weather
UTV WEATHER (S)
FILM: DIE HARD 2 (1990) A lone cop battles terrorists who have taken over an airport to force the release of a convicted drug baron. Action thriller sequel, starring Bruce Willis and Bonnie Bedelia. (S)
All Elite Wrestling: Rampage (S)
Shop: Ideal World
Bradley & Barney: Breaking Dad at Christmas (S) (R)
Unwind with ITV (S)
Ainsley’s Festive Food We Love (S) (R)
The King of Queens (S) (R)
The King of Queens (S) (R)
Everybody Loves Raymond (S) (R)
Everybody Loves Raymond Sitcom. (S) (R)
The Simpsons (S) (R)
The Simpsons (S) (R)
The Simpsons (S) (R)
FILM: PLAYING WITH FIRE (2019) Comedy, starring John Cena. (S)
Chateau DIY at Christmas (S) (R)
Channel 4 News Summary (S)
The Greatest Snowman 2022 (S) (R)
Billionaire Blooms at Christmas Documentary. (S) (R)
FILM: DAD’S ARMY (1971) Comedy, starring Arthur Lowe. (S)
A PLACE IN THE SUN (S)
HOLLYOAKS Olivia’s jealousy drives her to an act of betrayal. (S) (R)
CHANNEL 4 NEWS (S)
FILM: JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE (2017) Fantasy action comedy, starring Dwayne Johnson, Karen Gillan and Kevin Hart. (S)
JON AND LUCY’S PARTY OF THE YEAR Jon Richardson and Lucy Beaumont eat, drink and get merry on a getaway from the post-Christmas, pre-New Year lull with some of their closest friends Romesh Ranganathan, Judi Love and Tom Allen. The gang reflect on the highs and lows of 2022 and get up to some festive mischief in this comedy special. (S)
8 OUT OF 10 CATS DOES COUNTDOWN CHRISTMAS SPECIAL Jimmy Carr hosts a combination of the comedy panel show and the longrunning words and numbers quiz, inviting Jon Richardson and Jack Dee to take on Lee Mack and Rose Matafeo. They’re joined by Stevie Martin and Joe Wilkinson, and Susie Dent and Rachel Riley. (S) (R)
Celebrity I Literally Just Told You with Jimmy Carr (S) (R)
FILM: Little Fockers (2010) Comedy sequel, starring Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro. (S)
FILM: Rosemary’s Baby (1968) Horror, starring Mia Farrow. (S)
Couples Come Dine with Me (S) (R)
Sarah Beeny’s New Life in the Country (S) (R)
Countdown (S) (R)
Fireman Sam (S) (R)
Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go! (S) (R)
Peppa Pig (S) (R)
Paw Patrol (S) (R)
Milo (S) (R)
Pip and Posy (S) (R)
The Adventures of Paddington (S) (R)
Paw Patrol (S) (R)
Daisy & Ollie (S)
Peppa Pig (S) (R)
Roarsome Dinosaurs (S)
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS ON 5 (S)
FRIENDS (S) (R)
FILM: A CINDERELLA STORY (2004) Romantic comedy. (S)
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS ON 5 (S)
FILM: A CINDERELLA STORY (2004) Concluded. (S)
FILM: THE SECRET GARDEN (1993) Children’s drama. (S)
5 NEWS AT LUNCHTIME (S)
FILM: THE SECRET GARDEN (1993) Concluded. (S)
FILM: THE MAN IN THE IRON MASK (1998) Swashbuckling adventure. (S)
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS ON 5 (S)
FILM: THE MAN IN THE IRON MASK (1998) Concluded. (S)
FILM: THE MASK OF ZORRO (1998) Swashbuckling adventure. (S)
5 NEWS UPDATE (S)
FILM: THE MASK OF ZORRO (1998) Concluded. (S)
5 NEWS UPDATE (S)
WORLD’S STRONGEST MAN 2022 Action from heat two in Sacramento, California, as the 44th edition of the prestigious strongman competition continued. British veteran Mark Felix, now 56 years old, took part in this heat alongside Americans Brian Shaw and Bobby Thompson and Canadian Mitchell Hooper. (S)
5 NEWS UPDATE (S)
INSIDE THE TOWER OF LONDON AT CHRISTMAS Historic Royal Palaces interpretation officer Emma Bell has a bold plan to transform the fortress into a spectacular winter wonderland, inspired by the Tower’s famous menagerie. (S) (R)
RIPTIDE Alison’s suspicions rise when she learns that Ethan argued with Sean on the beach just before he was presumed to have drowned, and she decides to report him to the police. Meanwhile, Hannah becomes worried that Logan might know more than he is letting on. Starring Jo Joyner and Peter O’Brien. (S)
ADELE: 30 GREATEST MOMENTS A countdown of memorable events from the singer’s career, from the time the north London teenager first burst onto the scene in 2008 to the present day. The programme visits some of the key places in Adele’s life, from her old school to the studios in which she has recorded her record-breaking albums. (S) (R)
Most Shocking Celebrity Moments in Pop (S) (R)
The LeoVegas Live Casino Show (S)
Entertainment News on 5 (S)
Great British Gardens: Season by Season with Carol Klein (S) (R)
Great British Gardens: Season by Season with Carol Klein (S) (R)
House Doctor (S) (R)
Pip and Posy (S) (R)
EURONEWS
TELESHOPPING
FILM: THREE COINS IN THE FOUNTAIN (1954) Romantic drama, starring Dorothy McGuire. (S)
FILM: MAN’S FAVORITE SPORT?(1964) Comedy, starring Rock Hudson and Paula Prentiss. (S)
EASTENDERS (S) (R)
RTÉ NEWS: ONE O’CLOCK; Weather (S)
HOW IRELAND ROCKED THE 80S (S) (R)
FAIR CITY (S) (R)
HIS DARK MATERIALS (S)
FILM: BACK TO THE FUTURE PART II (1989) Sci-fi comedy sequel, starring Michael J Fox. (S)
NUACHT (S)
RTÉ NEWS WITH SIGNING (S)
THE ANGELUS (R)
RTÉ NEWS: SIX ONE; Weather (S)
THE LIFE OF SEÁN (S)
EASTENDERS The rumour-mongers are out in force as the news about what happened on Christmas Day is finally out - and Scarlett gets a rough deal when she becomes the target of someone’s rage. A suspicious Sam desperately tries to work out what Phil is up to. Zack melts Whitney’s heart with a kind gesture. Freddie finds himself double booked. (S); Lotto
KEYS TO MY LIFE Brendan Courtney invites more celebrities to reveal how places they have lived in have shaped their lives, beginning with actor Bryan Murray. (S) (R)
KILLINASKULLY Dan the Man and B&B mistress Goretti hound the German TV producers attempting to make a documentary. First episode of the comedy, with Pat Shortt. (S) (R)
RTÉ NEWS: NINE O’CLOCK; Weather (S)
DANCING IN THE MOONLIGHT – THE RTÉ CONCERT ORCHESTRA PLAYS THE MUSIC OF THIN LIZZY Documentary capturing a concert at Collins Barracks in Dublin of the music of the rock band by the orchestra and guests including Mundy, Jack O’Rourke, Wallis Bird and Shobsy. (S)
PAT SHORTT’S ENTERTAINMENT FROM D’TELLY CHRISTMAS SPECIAL Pat takes a festive trawl through the RTÉ archives, featuring music from Michael Bublé and Ed Sheeran alongside comedy from Brendan O’Carroll, Maeve Higgins and Mario Rosenstock. (S) (R); Weather
Call the Midwife (S)
The Main Stage (S) (R)
Fire and Blood: The Vikings in Ireland (S) (R)
Cheap Irish Homes (S) (R)
Keys to My Life (S) (R)
The 2 Johnnies Do America (S) (R)
How Long Will You Live? (S) (R)
No Worries If Not! (S) (R)
EuroNews
The Wee Littles (S) (R)
The Wee Littles (S) (R)
The Wee Littles (S) (R)
FILM: THE HIGHWAY RAT (2017) Animated comedy, with the voice of David Tennant. (S)
Sir Mouse Christmas Special (S) (R)
Ace My Space Christmas Special 2 (S) (R)
Storybud (S) (R)
Blasts from the Past (S) (R)
Royals Next Door (S) (R)
Royals Next Door (S) (R)
Nova Jones (S) (R)
FILM: WALLACE & GROMIT: A CLOSE SHAVE With the voices of Peter Sallis and Anne Reid. (S)
FILM: THE BREADWINNER (2018) Animated drama, featuring the voice of Saara Chaudry. (S)
RACING FROM LEOPARDSTOWN Action from the Leopardstown Christmas Festival. (S)
FILM: THE SPY WHO LOVED ME (1977) James Bond spy adventure, starring Roger Moore. (S)
FILM: INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE (1989) The intrepid archaeologist sets out to find his father, who has gone missing while searching for the Holy Grail. Adventure, starring Harrison Ford. (S)
THE GREEN PLANET The strategy, deception and feats of engineering plants use to thrive in the changing weather of different seasons. In the face of conditions ranging from ice and snow to raging fires, survival is often a question of perfect timing - particularly when contending with intense competition and surprising predators. (S) (R)
FILM: GLADIATOR (2000) Maximus Decimus Meridius is a casualty of a struggle between the corrupt Emperor Commodus and the senate. Ordered to be put to death along with his family, he escapes his would-be killers but is sold into slavery as a gladiator - and uses his fame in the arena to fight against the tyrant. Oscar-winning epic, with Russell Crowe. (S)
FILM: The Outlaw Josey Wales (1976) Western, directed by and starring Clint Eastwood. (S)
EuroNews
Animal SOS (S) (R)
The Best of Ireland AM
The Chocolate Challenge with the Hairy Bikers (R)
This Morning
Yorkshire Airport (R)
Virgin Media News Update (S)
The Chase (S) (R)
The Chase (S) (R)
Virgin Media News Update (S)
LOOSE WOMEN
RESCUE (S) (R)
JUDGE JUDY
JUDGE JUDY
DON’T LOOK BACK IN ANGER (S) (R)
FAMILY FORTUNES (S) (R)
VIRGIN MEDIA NEWS UPDATE (S)
CORONATION STREET (S)
CORONATION STREET (S)
THE VOICE KIDS The young finalists take to the stage for the final, with showstopping solos. Last in the series.
FILM: WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS (2008) Two strangers who got married during a drunken night in Las Vegas win $3million, leading to a battle of wits over the money. Romantic comedy, with Cameron Diaz and Ashton Kutcher.
EXTRAORDINARY TWINS (R)
LIVING WITH LUCY (S) (R)
CLOSE
ANIMAL SOS (S) (R)
Cúla 4
FILM: CALAMITY JANE (1953) Musical comedy Western, starring Doris Day.
An Bhoirinn (R)
Bailte (R)
FILM: THE SEVEN YEAR ITCH (1955) Comedy, starring Marilyn Monroe and Tom Ewell. (S)
STEIP NA NÓG 2022
CEOL ÓN CHLANN (R)
AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH
FILM: NANNY MCPHEE AND THE BIG BANG (2010) Fantasy comedy, starring Emma Thompson. (S)
AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH
NUACHT TG4
TURAS I MBAOL: TRASNA NA HIMILÉITHE Dermot Somers journeys across an ancient kingdom. (R)
LITIR GHRÁ ÓN DARA COGADH DOMHANDA How the love Belfast doctor Frank Murray had for his Gaeltacht sweetheart Eileen O’Kane prevailed despite his captivity in Japanese PoW camps during the Second World War. (R)
AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH
PAUL MULDOON: LAOITHE ’S LIRICÍ The life of the poet, in which key moments in his creative life, which began with him writing poems in Irish, are explored by some of the musicians he has worked with.
FILM: MY BEST FRIEND’S WEDDING (1997) Romantic comedy, with Julia Roberts and Dermot Mulroney. (S)
FLOSC (R)
PET SHOP BOYS: LIVE IN RIO
FRANCE 24
FRANCE 24