Christmas is a time to relax, enjoy and celebrate with your loved ones. And what better way to do that than by watching some of the best festive TV shows on offer? Whether you are looking for drama, comedy, romance or adventure, there is something for everyone in this year’s Christmas TV lineup. Here are some of the highlights that you don’t want to miss.
Call the Midwife Christmas special
One of the most popular and heartwarming shows on British television, Call the Midwife returns for another festive special on BBC One. Set in 1968, the episode follows the nurses and nuns of Nonnatus House as they face new challenges and surprises. Trixie and Matthew are looking forward to their first Christmas as a married couple, but they have to deal with an unexpected visitor – Trixie’s brother Geoffrey. Nancy and her daughter Colette are welcomed into Nonnatus House by Sister Julienne, who offers them a room for the foreseeable future. Cyril finds a lost soul living alone in a basement flat and tries to help him. And Nurse Crane makes it home in time for Christmas despite the heavy snowfall. The Call the Midwife Christmas special is a heartwarming and uplifting treat for fans of the show.
Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special
If you love dancing, glitter and glamour, then you won’t want to miss the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special on BBC One. The show will feature four celebrities who have previously taken part in the competition, but did not win the coveted glitterball trophy. They are Happy Mondays’ Bez, Olympian Iwan Thomas, pop star Josh Cuthbert and opera singer Lesley Garrett. They will be paired with professional dancers and perform a festive-themed routine in front of the judges, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and Shirley Ballas. The Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special is a fun and festive way to enjoy some amazing dance performances.
The Cleaner: A Clean Christmas
If you are looking for a laugh, then you should check out The Cleaner: A Clean Christmas on BBC One. The show stars Greg Davies as Wicky, a crime-scene cleaner who has to deal with some unusual and hilarious situations. In this Christmas special, Wicky has to clean up a blood-splattered ice-cream parlour, while fending off a persistent customer who wants a cone. He also has to make it to the pub in time for the annual raffle, where the first prize is a horse. The Cleaner: A Clean Christmas is a comedy special that will make you laugh out loud.
Motherland: Last Christmas
Another comedy show that will tickle your funny bone is Motherland: Last Christmas on BBC One. The show follows the lives and struggles of a group of middle-class parents who try to juggle their careers, families and social lives. In this Christmas special, the gang decides to spend the festive season together at a rented cottage in the countryside. However, things soon go wrong as they have to deal with a power cut, a broken boiler, a flooded kitchen and a surprise visit from Amanda’s ex-husband. Motherland: Last Christmas is a hilarious and relatable show that will make you feel better about your own Christmas disasters.
All Creatures Great and Small Christmas Special
If you are a fan of animals and period drama, then you will love the All Creatures Great and Small Christmas Special on Channel 5. The show is based on the books by James Herriot, a veterinary surgeon who worked in the Yorkshire Dales in the 1930s and 1940s. The show follows his adventures and relationships with his colleagues, friends and clients. In this Christmas special, the Second World War is looming and James and Tristan have to decide whether to join the army or not. Meanwhile, they have to deal with some challenging cases, such as a pregnant cow, a sick dog and a mysterious horse. The All Creatures Great and Small Christmas Special is a charming and nostalgic show that will warm your heart.
These are just some of the best festive TV shows to watch this Christmas. There are many more to choose from, so make sure you check out the full Christmas TV guide for more information and listings. Whether you watch them alone, with your family or with your friends, these shows will make your Christmas more enjoyable and memorable.
