Today's TV Thursday 29 December

bbc 1bbc 2utvchannel 4channel 5rte onerte 2virgin onetg 46.006.00BREAKFAST (S)9.00ATTENBOROUGH: 60 YEARS IN THE WILD (S) (R)10.00FILM: PLANES (2013) Animated adventure, with Dane Cook. (S)11.25FILM: CARS 3 (2017) Animated adventure, featuring the voice of Owen Wilson. (S)1.00BBC NEWS AT ONE; Weather (S)1.20BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)1.30FILM: THE HIGHWAY RAT (2017) Animated comedy, with the voice of David Tennant. (S)1.55FILM: ZOOTROPOLIS (2016) Disney animated comedy, with the voice of Ginnifer Goodwin. (S)3.35FILM: THE BFG (2016) An orphaned girl befriends a benevolent giant, who takes her off to a magical land. Fantasy adventure, starring Mark Rylance and Ruby Barnhill. (S)5.25POINTLESS CELEBRITIES Presenters take part in a star-studded version of the general knowledge quiz. (S) (R)6.15BBC NEWS AT SIX; Weather (S)6.35BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)6.45THE WEAKEST LINK Romesh Ranganathan asks general knowledge questions against the clock as contestants try to avoid being voted off the team. (S)7PM7.30EASTENDERS With the events of Christmas Day still haunting those in the Square, Shirley realises she has made a mistake and goes to make things right with Scarlett. Phil is furious when he learns what Sam got up to in Spain and delivers an ultimatum. Freddie and Bobby come up with a plan to get out of their board game night with Jean. (S)8PM8.00ANTIQUES ROADSHOW CHRISTMAS SPECIAL: TOYS AND CHILDHOOD Fiona Bruce visits the Museum of the Home, in central London, for a special edition on children’s toys. From a 4,000-year-old pull-along toy to one of the first personal computer consoles, the team explores how toys and notions of childhood have changed over time. (S)9PM9.00MAYFLIES Part two of two. Moral dilemmas occupy Jimmy as he organises the Switzerland trip, but tempers flare when Tully’s wife Anna discovers the plan and declares she will not support Tully’s assisted dying. The concluding part of Andrea Gibb’s adaptation of Andrew O’Hagan’s novel, starring Tony Curran, Martin Compston and Ashley Jensen. (S)10 PM10.00BBC NEWS AT TEN (S)10.25BBC NEWSLINE; Weather (S)10.30MRS BROWN’S BOYS CHRISTMAS SPECIAL Christmas rolls around once more in Finglas, and this year Cathy has a new boyfriend, widower Boris. But while the newcomer is initiated into the family, Agnes is more concerned about his spooky twin children. (S) (R)11PM11.00FILM: The Others (2001) A woman awaits the return of her husband from the Second World War while struggling to care for her son and daughter. Both children suffer a violent reaction when exposed to daylight, forcing her to keep much of their isolated home on the island of Jersey shrouded in gloom. Period supernatural thriller, starring Nicole Kidman. (S)12.40Weather for the Week Ahead (S)12.45BBC News (S)6AM to 6:30PM6.20Sign Zone: Celebrity MasterChef Christmas Cook-Off (S) (R)7.20The Polar Bear Family and Me (S) (R)8.20Jay’s Yorkshire Workshop (S) (R)9.20FILM: THE PRIVATE AFFAIRS OF BEL AMI (1947) Period drama, starring George Sanders. (S) (b/w)11.10Homes Under the Hammer (S) (R)12.10Bargain Hunt (S) (R)12.55Great British Railway Journeys (S) (R)1.25Agatha Christie: Lucy Worsley on the Mystery Queen (S) (R)2.25FILM: EVIL UNDER THE SUN (1982) Mystery, starring Peter Ustinov. (S)4.15FILM: DEATH ON THE NILE (1978) Agatha Christie mystery, starring Peter Ustinov and Bette Davis. (S)6.30CELEBRITY ANTIQUES ROAD TRIP Singer Kimberly Wyatt and actor Ryan Thomas head out on a search to find profitable antiques, with help from Natasha Raskin-Sharp and Serhat Ahmet. Last in the series. (S)7PM7.30RICHARD OSMAN’S FESTIVE HOUSE OF GAMES Brian Conley, Scarlett Moffatt, Anneka Rice and Phil Wang test their general knowledge skills for the week’s penultimate round of challenges hosted by Richard Osman. (S)8PM8.00THE ULSTER RUGBY SHOW Gavin Andrews presents a light-hearted look at the news, results and talking points around Ulster’s latest matches in the United Rugby Championship. (S)8.30CHRISTMAS UNIVERSITY CHALLENGE Two of the four highestscoring winning teams from the heats return to play the second of this year’s semi-finals. (S)9PM9.00MARIE ANTOINETTE New series. Emilia Schüle stars in this drama about the young queen who was 14 years old when she left Austria to marry the Dauphin of France. (S)9.55MADONNA AT THE BBC A look back at magical Madonna moments on a range of BBC shows – from her first Top of the Pops appearance with Holiday in 1984. (S) (R)10PM10.55FILM: DESPERATELY SEEKING SUSAN (1985) Bored housewife Roberta is fixated with the antics of a fugitive temptress named Susan, who places personal ads in a newspaper as messages for her lover. However, a bump to the head leaves Roberta with amnesia - and the firm conviction that she is really Susan. Comedy, starring Rosanna Arquette and Madonna. (S)11PM12.35ILM: Madonna: Truth or Dare (1991) Behind-the-scenes documentary following the pop superstar’s 1990 international tour. Featuring appearances by Warren Beatty and Sandra Bernhard. (S)2.30B&B by the Sea Gloria Hunniford checks in to the B&B. (S)3.00B&B by the Sea (S)3.30B&B by the Sea (S)4.00B&B by the Sea (S)4.30B&B by the Sea (S)5.00This 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. (S)10.00THIS MORNING Daily magazine, featuring a mix of celebrity chat. (S)12.30LOOSE WOMEN The women put the world to rights once more. (S)1.30ITV LUNCHTIME NEWS (S); Weather1.35UTV LIVE (S); UTV Weather (S)1.45NINJA WARRIOR UK: RACE FOR GLORY More competitors take on the obstacle course. (S) (R)2.45FILM: HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 2 (2015) Dracula teaches his grandson how to be a monster, only to receive an unwelcome visit from his father. Animated comedy, with the voices of Adam Sandler and Andy Samberg. (S)4.30TIPPING 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)5.30THE CHASE Bradley Walsh presents as Jason from Newcastle, Stephen from Newport, Chloe from Leicester and Grace from Edinburgh pit their wits against one of the Chasers. (S)6.30UTV LIVE (S); UTV Weather (S)6.45ITV EVENING NEWS (S); Weather7PM7.00EMMERDALE Stress levels rise for Paddy. Meanwhile, Bernice is annoyed with Nicola interfering. Jacob tells his friends that Liam is his dad. (S)8PM8.00CORONATION STREET Stephen fears that the game is up when Teddy returns with news of Leo, while Todd grows intrigued about the death of Laurence’s wife. (S)8.30FAREWELL DOC MARTIN After Martin Clunes’ last turn as grumpy Portwenn medic Martin Ellingham, cameras follow the Doc Martin cast and crew filming its 10th and final series. (S)9PM9.35THE JOHN BISHOP END OF YEAR SHOW The comedian takes an irreverent look back at the past 12 months, with the help of guests including veteran actor Ian McKellen - currently co-starring with John in the pantomime Mother Goose - and Lionesses heroine Beth Mead. (S)10PM10.25ITV NEWS (S); Weather10.44UTV WEATHER (S)10.45FILM: UNSTOPPABLE (2010) A driverless train carrying a deadly cargo of toxic chemicals goes out of control. A veteran train operator and his rookie colleague set off in pursuit in their own locomotive. Tony Scott’s action thriller, with Denzel Washington, Chris Pine and Rosario Dawson. (S)11PM12.25Shop: Ideal World3.00Game of Talents Vernon Kay hosts the game show, with two contestants pairing up with Mel B and Michelle Visage to try to win big money by uncovering the secret talents of a range of mystery performers. With a knife thrower, a saxophonist and even a globe-of-death rider in the mix, the teams will have their work cut out. (S) (R)3.50Unwind with ITV (S)5.05Beautiful Baking with Juliet Sear (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.35The King of Queens (S) (R)7.00The King of Queens (S) (R)7.25Everybody Loves Raymond (S) (R)8.15The Simpsons (S) (R)8.40The Simpsons (S) (R)9.10The Simpsons (S) (R)9.40The Simpsons (S) (R)10.10The Simpsons (S) (R)10.40FILM: BARNYARD (2006) A fun-loving male cow accepts responsibility for the first time and becomes the leader of the farmyard animals. Animated comedy, with Kevin James. (S)12.25Channel 4 News Summary (S)12.30Chateau DIY at Christmas (S) (R)1.30Escape to the Chateau at Christmas (S) (R)2.30George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces: Winter World Tour (S) (R)3.30THE DOG HOUSE AT CHRISTMAS (S) (R)4.30A PLACE IN THE SUN (S)5.30HOLLYOAKS (S) (R)6.00HOLLYOAKS Olivia reveals her true opinions on the McQueens. (S) (R)6.30CHANNEL 4 NEWS (S)7PM7.00GEORGE CLARKE’S ALASKAN ADVENTURE William Hardie joins the host to discover the architecture of Alaska, from hotel pods inspired by arctic explorers to a chapel modelled on birch leaves. The pair also visit an eco-cabin, an abandoned igloo hotel and a family ski chalet, and try their hand at local activities such as ice fishing and dog sledging. (S) (R)8PM8.00TRAVEL MAN: 96 HOURS IN RIO Joe Lycett and Stephen Mangan travel to Rio de Janeiro for a whistlestop tour. From their luxurious base on Copacabana beach, they sample culinary delights, indulge in their fair share of tropical cocktails, visit the famous Christ the Redeemer statue on Corcovado mountain and challenge to a spot of paragliding. (S)9PM9.00PRINCE ANDREW: THE MUSICAL All-singing, all-dancing satirical biopic charting the rise and fall of the Duke of York. With seven hilarious original musical numbers and revealing archive footage, the Duke of York’s downfall gets a West End-style treatment, as Andrew goes from ‘80s war hero to present-day royal outcast amid damaging allegations. (S)10PM10.05GOGGLEBOX 2022 A round-up of memorable moments featured on the show over the course of 2022. The armchair critics, including the Siddiquis, Giles and Mary, Jenny and Lee, Ellie and Izzi, Marcus and Mica, Amira and Iqra and Roisin and Joe, share their opinions on Strictly Come Dancing, I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here! and Coronation Street. (S) (R)11PM12.05FILM: Jerry Maguire (1996) An idealistic sports agent is shunned by his bosses and is forced to set up on his own. Romantic comedy drama, starring Tom Cruise and Renee Zellweger. (S)2.25FILM: American Gigolo (1980) Thriller, with Richard Gere, Lauren Hutton and Hector Elizondo. (S)4.20Find It, Fix It, Flog It (S) (R)4.40The Great Christmas Bake Off 2022 (S) (R)5.50Countdown (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.00Peppa Pig (S) (R)6.05Peppa Pig (S) (R)6.15The Secret Life of Puppies (S)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)7.20Paw Patrol (S) (R)7.35Milo (S) (R)7.55Pip and Posy (S) (R)8.05Paw Patrol (S) (R)8.20Daisy & Ollie (S) (R)8.30Peppa Pig (S) (R)8.40Roarsome Dinosaurs (S)8.45ENTERTAINMENT NEWS ON 5 (S)8.55FILM: EVER AFTER: A CINDERELLA STORY (1998) Romantic drama. (S)9.55ENTERTAINMENT NEWS ON 5 (S)10.00FILM: EVER AFTER: A CINDERELLA STORY (1998) Concluded. (S)11.20FILM: YOU’VE GOT MAIL (1998) Romantic comedy. (S)12.205 NEWS AT LUNCHTIME (S)12.25FILM: YOU’VE GOT MAIL (1998) Concluded. (S)1.45FILM: CAST AWAY (2000) (S)2.45ENTERTAINMENT NEWS ON 5 (S)2.50FILM: CAST AWAY (2000) Concluded. (S)4.35FILM: THE TERMINAL (2004) Comedy, starring Tom Hanks. (S)5.355 NEWS UPDATE (S)5.40FILM: THE TERMINAL (2004) Concluded. (S)6.555 NEWS UPDATE (S)7PM7.00WORLD’S STRONGEST MAN 2022 Action from heat three in Sacramento, California, as the 44th edition of the competition continued. Ukrainian Oleksii Novikov, the champion in 2020, suspended his military duties to take part here in a tough heat also containing Great Britain’s Adam Bishop and Ireland’s Rob Kearney. (S)7.555 NEWS UPDATE (S)8PM8.00WORLD’S MOST EXPENSIVE ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BUFFET Journalist and food critic Grace Dent takes a look at some of the most enticing luxury all-you-can-eat buffets on Earth - from a hidden gem in Hertfordshire, UK, to an eatery in Las Vegas. Grace chats with foodie fans who can’t get enough of the tasty dishes. (S); 5 News Update (S)9PM9.00RIPTIDE Realising that Alison is determined to investigate Sean’s disappearance, Dan decides to take action. Later, Alison discovers Michael is in possession of the watch Sean was wearing on the morning he disappeared, and she informs the police, much to Hannah’s horror. (S)10PM10.00COMEDY CLASSIC: THE VICAR OF DIBLEY Documentary celebrating Richard Curtis’s sitcom, featuring clips along with insight and analysis from cast, crew and celebrity fans. The programme examines how the fictional village of Dibley was never the same once Dawn French’s inimitable comedy creation Geraldine Granger arrived as the new vicar. (S) (R)11PM11.30Billy Connolly: 30 Funniest Moments A celebration of the comedian’s career. (S) (R)1.20The LeoVegas Live Casino Show Interactive gambling. (S)3.20Entertainment News on 5 (S)3.25Great British Gardens: Season by Season with Carol Klein (S) (R)4.15Great British Gardens: Season by Season with Carol Klein (S) (R)5.00Warship: Life at Sea (S) (R)5.45Paw Patrol (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM6.00EURONEWS6.15TELESHOPPING6.50FILM: CAMELOT (1967) Musical, starring Richard Harris. (S)10.15FILM: THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE (1967) Musical comedy, with Julie Andrews and James Fox. (S)12.45TELLY BINGO (S)1.00RTÉ NEWS: ONE O’CLOCK; Weather (S)1.10THE LIFE OF SEÁN (S) (R)2.10EASTENDERS (S) (R)2.40HIS DARK MATERIALS (S)3.40FILM: BACK TO THE FUTURE PART III (1990) Marty McFly is transported back to the Wild West to save his scientist friend. Sci-fi comedy sequel, starring Michael J Fox. (S)5.45NUACHT (S)5.55RTÉ NEWS WITH SIGNING (S)6.00THE ANGELUS (R)6.01RTÉ NEWS: SIX ONE; Weather (S)6.30TACKLING THE ALL BLACKS7PM7.30EASTENDERS With the events of Christmas Day still haunting those in the Square, Shirley realises she has made a mistake and goes to make things right with Scarlett. Phil is furious when he learns what Sam got up to in Spain and delivers an ultimatum. Freddie and Bobby come up with a plan to get out of their board game night with Jean. (S)8PM8.00DONAL’S FESTIVE PARTY Donal Skehan presents a guide to entertaining the Christmas period, sharing tips on how to make catering for a crowd easy and how to do as much as possible in advance. (S)8.30FAIR CITY Anto is shocked when he rumbles Sharon’s secret, Orla ignores Paul’s wishes and ploughs ahead with pricey honeymoon plans. (S)9PM9.00RTÉ NEWS: NINE O’CLOCK; Weather (S)9.25CALLAN KICKS THE YEAR 2022 Oliver Callan rounds off the year with some much-needed laughs in a special edition of his comedy. Michael Flatley’s Blackbird, Ed Sheeran’s Irish tour and the rise of Joanne McNally all feature as do the giant queues at Dublin Airport. (S)10PM10.25MRS BROWN’S BOYS CHRISTMAS SPECIAL Christmas rolls around once more in Finglas, and this year Cathy has a new boyfriend, widower Boris. But while the newcomer is initiated into the family, Agnes is more concerned about his spooky twin children. Perhaps Buster’s magical Christmas tree could shed some light on the matter. (S) (R)11PM11.00FILM: It’s Complicated (2009) A divorced couple are reunited at their son’s college graduation after 10 years apart, and begin a secret affair. Romantic comedy, starring Meryl Streep and Alec Baldwin. (S)1.15Her Name Was Grace Kelly Documentary examining the actress’s life through the eyes of those who knew her best. (S) (R)2.20Telly Bingo (S) (R)2.3575 Years in Japan (S) (R)3.30EuroNews6AM to 6:30PM6.00EuroNews7.10The Wee Littles (S)7.15The Wee Littles (S) (R)7.20The Wee Littles (S)7.25The Wee Littles (S) (R)7.30The Wee Littles (S)7.40ScoobyDoo! Mystery Incorporated (R)8.05FILM: THE OVERCOAT (2018) Animation. (R)8.40FILM: ZOG (2018) Animated adventure, with Hugh Skinner. (S)9.10FILM: SHAUN THE SHEEP: THE FLIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS (S)9.45Blasts from the Past (S) (R)10.15Royals Next Door (S) (R)10.25Royals Next Door (S) (R)10.40Nova Jones (S)11.15FILM: THE SILVER BRUMBY (1993) Family drama, starring Caroline Goodall and Amiel Daemion. (S)1.00RACING FROM LEOPARDSTOWN Hugh Cahill presents live coverage of the final day of action from the Leopardstown Christmas Festival. (S)3.20FILM: FOR YOUR EYES ONLY (1981) James Bond spy thriller, starring Roger Moore, Topol and Julian Glover. (S)5.50FILM: INDIANA JONES AND THE KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL (2008) The globe-trotting archaeologist teams up with a rebellious teenager who draws him into a search in the Amazon jungle for a mysterious artefact of untold power. But their quest is hindered by Soviet agents who also want the fabled object for an altogether more sinister purpose. Action adventure sequel, updating the series to a Cold War setting, starring Harrison Ford, Cate Blanchett, Shia LaBeouf, Ray Winstone and John Hurt. (S)8PM8.00THE GREEN PLANET Plants that have developed to thrive in the desert, including cacti that grow in the shade of other trees and collect water in pleated trunks that expand and contract - but can also find themselves a host to other plants, like desert mistletoe. The programme also reveals how tobacco plants being eaten by caterpillars. (S) (R)9PM9.00FILM: TENET (2020) Fighting for the survival of the world, a troubleshooter known as the Protagonist journeys through a twilight world of international espionage on a mission that will unfold in something beyond real time. Christopher Nolan’s fantasy action thriller, starring John David Washington, Kenneth Branagh, Elizabeth Debicki, Robert Pattinson, Michael Caine and Himesh Patel. (S)11PM11.45FILM: Schindler’s List (1993) In German-occupied Poland during the Second World War, businessman and Nazi Party member Oskar Schindler is deeply affected when he witnesses the clearing of the Krakow Ghetto. He decides to try to save Jews destined for the concentration camps by employing them in his factory. Fact-based Holocaust drama, starring Liam Neeson and Ben Kingsley. (S)3.10EuroNews6AM to 6:30PM6.35Animal SOS (S) (R)7.25The Best of Ireland AM9.00The Chocolate Challenge with the Hairy Bikers (R)10.00This Morning12.30Yorkshire Airport (R)12.58Virgin Media News Update (S)1.00The Chase (S) (R)2.00The Chase (S) (R)2.58Virgin Media News Update (S)3.00LOOSE WOMEN4.00RESCUE (S) (R)4.30JUDGE JUDY5.00JUDGE JUDY5.25DON’T LOOK BACK IN ANGER (S) (R)6.00FAMILY FORTUNES The Quinns from Bournemouth go up against the Edwards family of Kent. (S) (R)6.58VIRGIN MEDIA NEWS UPDATE (S)7PM7.00EMMERDALE (S)7.30EMMERDALE (S)8PM8.00CORONATION STREET (S)8.30DON’T LOOK BACK IN ANGER (S) (R)9PM9.00FILM: KNIGHT AND DAY (2010) Comedy adventure, with Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz. (S)11PM11.10INSIDE M&S AT CHRISTMAS12.10FANNING AT WHELAN’S (S) (R)1.10GORDON, GINO & FRED GO GREEK (R)2.25EXTRAORDINARY TWINS (R)3.25CLOSE5.45ANIMAL SOS (S) (R)6AM to 6:30PM7.00Cúla 410.00FILM: THE TAMING OF THE SHREW (1967) Shakespeare comedy, starring Elizabeth Taylor. (S)12.15Teach na Céibhe (R)12.50Bailte (R)1.20FILM: THE PHILADELPHIA STORY (1940) Romantic comedy, starring Katharine Hepburn. (b/w)3.25CLUICHÍ NA BLIANA (S)4.37AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH4.40FILM: THE KARATE KID (1984) Martial arts drama, starring Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita. (S)6.57AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH7PM7.00NUACHT TG47.15SIAR 20 BLIAIN7.45COMÓRTAS PEILE 2022, NAOMH ANNA Behind the scenes of the football competition.8PM8.45ROS NA RÚN Caitriona visits her great uncle’s last resting place.9PM9.17AN AIMSIR LÁITHREACH9.20ANTON O’TOOLE – FINSCÉAL DE SHAOL Profile of the much-loved Blue Panther, from a small in stature quiet schoolboy’s career to a giant of Croke Park, to an ailing Anton’s continued involvement.10PM10.20FILM: BORAT: CULTURAL LEARNINGS OF AMERICA FOR MAKE BENEFIT GLORIOUS NATION OF KAZAKHSTAN (2006) Spoof documentary, starring Sacha Baron Cohen. (S)11PM11.50HECTOR: AMÚ I MEIRICEÁ THEAS (R)12.25TINA TURNER: LIVE! 20092.55FRANCE 245.30FRANCE 24