5 Best Family Christmas TV Shows for 2025
Avoid festive family arguments with our guide to the top five Christmas TV shows for 2025. From Amandaland to Colin from Accounts, find perfect viewing for all ages.
Avoid festive family arguments with our guide to the top five Christmas TV shows for 2025. From Amandaland to Colin from Accounts, find perfect viewing for all ages.
Disney On Ice: Find Your Hero skates into London's O2 Arena from Dec 26 to Jan 4. Get all essential timings, door openings, and show durations for the magical festive run.
Chichester Festival Youth Theatre's musical adaptation of Matt Haig's 'A Boy Called Christmas' is visually charming but let down by humdrum songs and a staid script. Runs until 31 December.
Leona Lewis expresses devastation after cancelling her Las Vegas residency show at The Venetian due to a sore throat. The singer promises fans a refund and details her upcoming new album.
Discover seven brilliant but underrated TV series from 2025 that flew under the radar, from absurdist comedies to gritty dramas, perfect for your festive binge-watch.
Discover the definitive list of London's top theatre productions in 2025, where major revivals from Jamie Lloyd and Ivo van Hove stole the spotlight. Find out which shows made the cut and what's coming next.
The BBC's Celebrity Traitors, hosted by Claudia Winkleman, became 2025's most addictive TV show. Discover why its mix of suspense and star power captivated the nation.
Seth Rogen's warm, Emmy-winning comedy The Studio, about a Hollywood movie company, ranks as the 4th best TV show of 2025. Discover the exquisitely excruciating fun.
BBC's Belfast-set police drama Blue Lights ranks No. 5 in the best TV shows of 2025. Discover why its procedural tension and Troubles legacy make it a must-watch.
Leading Scottish artists condemn BBC Radio Scotland's decision to axe specialist late-night shows, warning it will devastate opportunities for emerging talent. Read the full story and see who has signed the open letter.
Guardian critics reveal the top stage shows of 2025, from Stereophonic's record-breaking run to Nick Mohammed's career-best comedy and Thick & Tight's eccentric dance. Discover the must-see productions.
A wildly imaginative, Olivier-nominated spin on the Christmas classic for children, featuring sword fights, crooning mice and cheesy gags. On until 4 January in London.
The Guardian is compiling its annual list of the best television and wants your input. Tell us your favourite TV shows of 2025 and why they stood out. Share your views now.
Parents at Rebecca Adlington's Swim! school face a hidden process to reclaim money for cancelled lessons. Consumer lawyers warn the practice may be unfair. Read the full investigation.
Ford announces a massive $19.5bn writedown and cancels key electric vehicles, including the F-150 Lightning, pivoting to hybrids and petrol models amid shifting US policy and demand. Read the full analysis.
Netflix subscribers face a festive blow as Friends, The Big Bang Theory, and other hits depart the platform on December 30. Discover the full list and where to watch them next.
From a cancelled sci-fi masterpiece to a hilarious mockumentary, UK Netflix subscribers reveal the hidden gems in the streamer's vast catalogue that deserve a second look.
Your guide to the week's top streaming releases. Simon Cowell hunts for a new boyband on Netflix, Taylor Swift's Eras Tour documentary lands on Disney+, plus new Star Wars, Percy Jackson and more.
The Met Office warns of freezing fog across SE England, with visibility below 100m threatening flight cancellations at Gatwick Airport. Check travel updates.
Viewers have expressed widespread disappointment with the 2025 festive TV line-up from major UK channels, criticising repeats and uninspiring shows. Discover the one programme getting praise.
Your essential guide to December's streaming highlights, including Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, Fallout season 2, and classic film anniversaries. Plan your viewing now.
The critically acclaimed but overlooked DC series 'Superman & Lois', starring Tyler Hoechlin and Elizabeth Tulloch, is now available to stream on Amazon Prime Video. Discover why fans call it a hidden gem.
Eidos-Montréal cancels a second Legacy Of Kain reboot and cuts jobs, shifting to a support studio role under Embracer Group. Read the full analysis of the gaming industry's turmoil.
The Guardian invites theatre lovers to share their top stage productions of 2025. Discover the standout shows that defined the year in British theatre.
The hit off-Broadway show 'Dog Man: The Musical' is coming to London's Southbank Centre in summer 2026 for its European premiere. Tickets go on sale 5 December.
Radiohead postpones two Copenhagen shows last minute as Thom Yorke battles extreme throat infection. Fans who flew globally express devastation. Get details on rescheduled dates and refunds.
The Unicorn Theatre's festive show 'How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?' delights families. Discover the magic, puppetry, and why it's a must-see this Christmas season in London.
Discover the top new theatre openings in London this December 2025, from Broadway transfers to major revivals and festive dark comedies. Book your tickets now.
Discover why Paddington: The Musical at London's Savoy Theatre is a must-see. With stunning animatronics, marvellous songs, and a heartwarming story, this show is pure joy. Book your tickets now!
Discover our review of Paddington the Musical at London's Savoy Theatre. This ★★★★ production brings the beloved bear to life with innovative puppetry and heartwarming songs. Book tickets now!