There’s one thing to observe for all of the household this Christmas. However with jam-packed TV listings and a busy schedule of festive favourites, there’s an opportunity you might need missed among the lesser recognized reveals.

That is why we’re right here: to carry you a round-up of all of the hidden gems that will even be on provide over the vacation interval. From streaming platforms, Sky and all the primary broadcasters, we have pulled collectively a helpful information to Christmas TV for 2020.

Whilst you’re right here, ensure you try what’s on provide particularly from the BBC, ITV and Channel 4, in addition to all the flicks being proven in your telly packing containers this Christmas.

Now let’s get to among the reveals and specials that could be flying somewhat underneath your radar…

Euphoria Particular

Obtainable on NOW TV, together with all of season one.

It gained huge on the Emmy Awards this 12 months (with star Zendaya scooping the accolade for Excellent Lead Actress), and now we’ve got a brand-new particular episode forward of its long-awaited season two.

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The controversial teen drama’s Christmas two-parter picks up proper after the occasions of season one’s finale.

There’s One thing About Motion pictures: Christmas Particular

Airs on Sky One, December 16, 9pm.

Host Alan Carr returns with a festive-themed episode of this standard trivia present. Celeb friends embrace Michael Sheen, Jennifer Saunders and Tom Allen. There’s certain to be loads of standard Christmas film moments too.

The Russell Howard Hour: Christmas Particular

Airs on Sky One, December 17, 10pm.

The comic will spherical off the 12 months with a glance again in any respect that 2020 has put us by, whereas on the brink of have fun for the vacations.

The Goes Mistaken Present: The Nativity

Airs on BBC One, December 22, 7pm.

How usually does a Nativity play go with out a hitch? That is the premise right here, for the festive return of the workforce behind The Play That Goes Mistaken.

All Creatures Nice And Small

Airs on Channel 5, December 22, 9pm.

It is the evening earlier than Christmas and the Skeldale Christmas celebration is nicely underneath approach. However an emergency quickly strands James and Helen…

London Hughes: To Catch a D*ck

Obtainable on Netflix from December 22.

The Netflix comedy stand-up particular will see London Hughes exploring why – regardless of being profitable, enticing, and having no gag reflex – she will be able to’t discover a man.

A Child Reindeer’s First Christmas

Airs on Channel 4, December 24, 6:40pm.

This documentary follows a bunch of younger and cute reindeers, dwelling alongside a group of devoted herders, as they put together for his or her first Christmas in Scotland. Positive to be cute.

Would I Mislead You at Christmas?

Airs on BBC One, December 24, 7.45pm.

Rob Brydon can be joined by friends Jo Model, Joe Lycett, Ruth Madeley and Joe Swash for this festive-themed episode.

Cinderella: Comedian Reduction Panto for Christmas

Airs on BBC Two, December 24, 8.15pm.

Reuniting The Crown‘s Olivia Colman (because the Fairy Godmother) and Helena Bonham Carter, this charity panto read-through additionally boasts Daisy Might Cooper, Tom Hollander and Guz Khan amongst its solid.

However who will play the lead function of Cinderella? You may simply have to attend and see…

Miranda’s Video games with Showbiz Names

Airs on BBC One, December 24, 9:45pm.

Comic Miranda Hart can be enjoying video games with music legend and former X Issue choose Robbie Williams, Strictly Come Dancing‘s Shirley Ballas and soccer pundit Jermaine Jenas.

Cliff Richard: The Christmas King

Airs on Channel 5, December 24, 10pm.

The chart-topper has been within the thick of Christmas celebrations for many years, and this standalone episode will look again on the panto appearances, performances and large hits that put him there. A must-watch for followers.

The Grinch Who Stole Christmas: The Musical

Airs on Sky One, December 25, 11am.

The much-loved Christmas film takes to the stage for this vacation particular, starring Glee‘s Matthew Morrison.

The musical was on Broadway between 2006 and 2007, and options songs akin to ‘You are A Imply One, Mr. Grinch’ and ‘Welcome Christmas’.

Victoria Wooden: The Secret Record

Airs on December 25, BBC Two, 9.10pm.

Narrated by Sarah Pascoe, this two-parter (which concludes on Boxing Day) celebrates the life and profession of Victoria Wooden. With enter from trade insiders and shut mates, it paints an intimate image of the comic and all-round entertainer.

Britain’s Favorite 80s Songs

Airs on Channel 5, December 25, 6.25pm.

One other 12 months, one other doubtlessly divisive Channel 5 countdown record. We have had the nation’s favorite biscuit and Britain’s finest takeaway, and now it is time to see which monitor tops the record of ’80s bangers.

Freddie Mercury: A Christmas Story

Airs on Channel 5, December 25, 9:10pm.

Pals and family members of Queen’s main man replicate on his life and profession. The 90-minute particular additionally guarantees uncommon footage of Freddie in addition to a rundown of among the band’s most cherished hits.

The Restore Store at Christmas

Airs on BBC One, December 26, 6:45pm.

Jay Blades and the craft specialists rescue some extra sentimental treasures, and the tales – as ever – are certain to heat your coronary heart and convey a tear to your eye.

We Love Solely Fools and Horses

Airs on Channel 5, December 27, 9pm.

For a lot of, reruns of Solely Fools and Horses would possibly evoke recollections of household gatherings and Christmas afternoons.

On this celebratory present, followers of the British comedy – together with Jonathan Ross, Paul Whitehouse and Nina Wadia – look again on the present.

Penguins: Meet the Household

Airs on BBC One, December 29, 6.30pm.

If you are going to be taking in Sir David Attenborough’s festive particular, you might wish to pop this in your watch record too.

Narrated by Liz Bonnin, Penguins: Meet the Household will present you a unique aspect to the species.

The Serpent

Airs on BBC One, January 1, 9pm.

A dramatisation of actual occasions, this eight-part sequence – set in opposition to the backdrop of the ‘7os – is actually a true-crime story. Tahar Rahim stars as conman and serial killer Charles Sobhraj, and Jenna Coleman takes on the function of his confederate Marie-Andrée Leclerc.

All episodes can be out there on BBC iPlayer, making it the proper binge-watch for New 12 months’s Day.

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