The winter evenings are drawing in, creating the ideal backdrop for a varied slate of television offerings that stretch across genres and styles. With BBC News highlighting the day's pivotal events, viewers can expect insights into pressing issues. Meanwhile, ITV 1 invites audiences into the gripping world of 'The Hunting Wives', where suspense and intrigue intertwine, providing a captivating escape that sparks the imagination.

For those seeking a classic film experience, 'Unforgiven' on BBC Two stands as a testament to the artistry of storytelling, enveloping viewers in its gritty narrative. Channel 4’s 'Judi Dench: Shakespeare, My Family and Me' offers a delightful blend of personal reflection and theatrical exploration, pulling back the curtain on the beloved actress's relationship with the Bard. As the evening unfolds, Channel 5's 'The Good Ship Murder' navigates the shores of mystery, while ITV 3's 'Midsomer Murders' serves up its signature blend of charm and enigma. Alternatively, E4’s 'Celebrity Gogglebox' provides a light-hearted commentary on modern television, showcasing familiar faces sharing their thoughts, ensuring laughter is never far away.

Tonight’s highlights (21:00–23:00)

  • BBC One — 22:10 — BBC News: A staple of British broadcasting, BBC News delivers its comprehensive coverage of today's headlines, ensuring that viewers remain informed about the latest developments and events that shape our world.
  • ITV 1 — 21:30 — The Hunting Wives: Engaging and suspenseful, 'The Hunting Wives' on ITV 1 dives into a tangled web of secrets and lies, captivating its audience with every twist and turn in this thrilling narrative.
  • BBC Two — 21:00 — Unforgiven (1992): The unflinching portrayal of the Wild West in 'Unforgiven' on BBC Two invites viewers into a morally complex landscape, where redemption and vengeance collide in an unforgettable cinematic journey.
  • CHANNEL 4 — 21:00 — Judi Dench: Shakespeare, My Family and Me: 'Judi Dench: Shakespeare, My Family and Me' on Channel 4 presents a charming exploration of the actress's profound connection to Shakespeare, interspersed with personal anecdotes that illuminate her artistic journey.
  • CHANNEL 5 — 21:30 — The Good Ship Murder: The allure of mystery is at the forefront in 'The Good Ship Murder' on Channel 5, where clever plotlines and unexpected revelations keep audiences guessing until the very last moment.
  • ITV 3 — 22:00 — Midsomer Murders: With its small-town charm and intricate plots, 'Midsomer Murders' on ITV 3 draws viewers into a world of intrigue and eccentric characters, making for a delightful evening of crime-solving.
  • E4 — 21:00 — Celebrity Gogglebox: In 'Celebrity Gogglebox', E4 captures the reactions of familiar faces as they watch the week's television highlights, blending humour and critique in a refreshing take on popular culture.
  • ITV 2 — 21:00 — Batman Begins (2005): 'Batman Begins' on ITV 2 offers a gripping origin story of the iconic superhero, blending action with psychological depth and setting the stage for a legendary cinematic saga.

Today’s Channels

— BBC One TV Guide

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TimeProgramme
Michael McIntyre's The Wheel
Weather for the Week Ahead
BBC News
Breakfast
Saturday Kitchen
The Great Food Guys
Football Focus
BBC News
Weather
Bargain Hunt
Despicable Me 2 (2013)
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (2019)
BBC News
BBC London News; Weather
Weather
Alan Carr's Picture Slam
Amanda & Alan's Spanish Job
Biggest Night of Musicals by the National Lottery
Elvis (2022)
BBC News
Weather
Match of the Day
The Football Interview

— ITV 1 TV Guide

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TimeProgramme
Shop on TV
How Jaws Changed the World
Unwind with ITV
Sara Davies' Christmas Craft Off
Love Your Garden
James Martin's Great British Adventure
John and Lisa's Weekend Kitchen
Ainsley's Festive Flavours
ITV News
James Martin's Saturday Morning
John and Lisa's Weekend Kitchen
ITV News and Weather
ITV London Weather
ITV Racing Live
ITV News and Weather
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989)
You Bet!
Wheel of Fortune
Ant & Dec's Limitless Win
The Hunting Wives
The Hunting Wives
ITV News and Weather
ITV London Weather
English Football League Highlights

— BBC Two TV Guide

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TimeProgramme
Blue Velvet (1986)
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023)
This Is BBC Two
Mojo Swoptops
Big Lizard
Super Happy Magic Forest
Grizzy and the Lemmings
Grizzy and the Lemmings
Stage Stars
Bro's in Control
Cooking Buddies
Danger Mouse
Boy Girl Dog Cat Mouse Cheese
Deadly Predators
This Farming Life
Double Indemnity (1944)
Inside the Factory
The Seven Year Itch (1955)
Some Like It Hot (1959)
Final Score
Dad's Army
Keeping Up Appearances
Fawlty Towers
Lives Well Lived
Unforgiven (1992)
Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969)

— CHANNEL 4 TV Guide

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TimeProgramme
The Great British Bake Off
Joyland (2022)
Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA
Handmade: Britain's Best Woodworker
Cheers
Cheers
Cheers
Everybody Loves Raymond
Everybody Loves Raymond
Frasier
Frasier
The Simpsons
The Simpsons
The Simpsons
The Simpsons
The Simpsons
Four in a Bed
Four in a Bed
Four in a Bed
Four in a Bed
Four in a Bed
A Place in the Sun
Chateau DIY
Channel 4 News
Home Alone 3 (1997)
The Dog House
Nordic Train at Christmas
Judi Dench: Shakespeare, My Family and Me
The Green Mile (1999)

— CHANNEL 5 TV Guide

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TimeProgramme
George Michael: The Man & the Music
Entertainment News on 5
PlayOJO Live Casino Show
Bargain-Loving Brits in the Sun
Friends
Friends
Friends
Entertainment News on 5
Fireman Sam
Fireman Sam
Pip and Posy
Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom
Milo
Peppa Pig
Peppa Pig
Pip and Posy
Pip and Posy
Pip and Posy
Fireman Sam
Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go!
Paw Patrol
Peppa Pig
Peppa Pig
The Adventures of Paddington
Dora
Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom
The Smurfs
SpongeBob SquarePants
Entertainment News on 5
The Best of World's Strongest Man
World's Strongest Man 2025
Clash of the Titans (1981)
Entertainment News on 5
Clash of the Titans (1981)
5 News Weekend
Live: Snooker British Seniors Open 2025
World's Strongest Man 2025
William & Harry: The Unseen Photos
Diana: The Princess and the Bodyguard
The Good Ship Murder
There's Something About Mary (1998)

— ITV 3 TV Guide

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TimeProgramme
The Larkins
The Larkins
George and Mildred
George and Mildred
Unwind with ITV
George and Mildred
George and Mildred
George and Mildred
George and Mildred
On the Buses
On the Buses
On the Buses
On the Buses
Holiday on the Buses (1973)
Carry On Jack (1963)
Carry On Cruising (1962)
Carry on up the Khyber (1968)
Goodbye Mr Chips (2002)
Vera
Midsomer Murders
Midsomer Murders

— E4 TV Guide

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TimeProgramme
The Inbetweeners
The Inbetweeners
The Inbetweeners
Naked Attraction
Gogglebox
Modern Family
Modern Family
The Big Bang Theory
The Big Bang Theory
The Simpsons
The Simpsons
Rude(ish) Tube
Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA
Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA
The Big Bang Theory
The Big Bang Theory
The Big Bang Theory
The Big Bang Theory
Playing with Fire (2019)
Sonic the Hedgehog (2020)
The Big Bang Theory
The Big Bang Theory
The Big Bang Theory
The Big Bang Theory
The Big Bang Theory
The Big Bang Theory
The Big Bang Theory
Independence Day (1996)
Celebrity Gogglebox
Celebrity Gogglebox
Celebrity Gogglebox

— ITV 2 TV Guide

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TimeProgramme
Family Guy
American Dad!
American Dad!
Botched
Deep Fake Neighbour Wars
Dress to Impress
Dress to Impress
Unwind with ITV
Dodo
Dodo
Mr Bean: The Animated Series
Mr Bean: The Animated Series
Mr Bean: The Animated Series
Teen Titans Go!
Scooby-Doo! Knight Time Terror (2015)
Dress to Impress
Dinner Date
Dinner Date
Celebrity Catchphrase
The Masked Singer
The 1% Club
Nanny McPhee (2005)
FYI Daily
Nanny McPhee (2005)
Stardust (2007)
FYI Daily
Stardust (2007)
Ghostbusters (2016)
FYI Daily
Ghostbusters (2016)
Batman Begins (2005)
FYI Daily
Batman Begins (2005)
Family Guy