The BBC has announced its Christmas 2025 TV and iPlayer schedule, promising a fortnight of magical moments for all the family. The line-up includes specials of beloved programmes, new dramas, comedy, and natural history, aiming to bring people together over the festive period.
Highlights include an animated adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's 'The Scarecrows' Wedding', voiced by Rob Brydon, Jessie Buckley, and Domhnall Gleeson. Tom Hiddleston returns in 'The Night Manager', while 'Call the Midwife' airs two festive episodes. 'EastEnders' features a ghostly visitation, and both 'Beyond Paradise' and 'Death in Paradise' have Christmas specials.
Comedy offerings include 'Mammoth', 'Two Doors Down', 'Here We Go: Our New Year’s Fireworks Fantasaganza', and 'Mrs Brown’s Boys' specials. Sir David Attenborough presents 'Wild London', exploring the capital's wildlife. 'Strictly Come Dancing' and 'Michael McIntyre’s Christmas Wheel' also return, alongside new series 'The Traitors'.
