Sváteční Programový Průvodce - Kanály Pod Hlavičkou Channel 5

Celebrity Big Brother
Stephen Kings Bag of Bones
Celebrity Wedding Planner: EastEnders Special
Christmas Double Issue

22nd December 2012 4th January 2013
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Cover Stories Must See: CHANNEL 5 Must See: 5* Must See: 5USA Daily Listings: Week 52 Daily Listings: Week 1 Contacts
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Cover Story: Channel 5 Saturday 22nd December Friday 4th January New Series Celebrity Big Brother
Celebrity Big Brother returns to Channel 5 in January promising thrills, fun and fame-fuelled drama. The series will be loaded with twists, turns and fun-filled tasks to keep our celebrities on their toes. Throughout the run, viewers will be entertained by the nightly reality shows highlighting all the action from the house from the previous 24 hours. Celebrity Big Brothers Bit on the Side, presented by Emma Willis, will return every night of the week covering all the bases for BB obsessives. The weekly live evictions return bigger and better than ever, with Brian Dowling at the helm once more. The house has been revamped and redesigned and will be the most luxurious ever. But, as usual, there will be nowhere to hide for our famous housemates
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Celebrity Big Brother
Cover Stories: Channel 5 Saturday 22nd December Friday 4th January

Not to be missed this Christmas is a heart-stopping mystery chiller adapted from the award-winning, bestselling novel by master of horror Stephen King. Pierce Brosnan (two-time Golden Globe nominee and star of four Bond movies) plays a newly widowed writer plagued by haunting nightmares and caught up in a sinister custody case in a lakeside town in western Maine. Winner of the Bram Stoker Award for Best Novel of 1998 and the British Fantasy Award in 1999, Bag of Bones is a multi-layered story of grief and lost love, a new love haunted by past secrets, an innocent child caught in a terrible crossfire and of a battle between two spirits from the netherworld, one of them motivated by love, the other by hatred and revenge. Melissa George (Home and Away, Hunted, Greys Anatomy), Annabeth Gish (The West Wing, Pretty Little Liars, Brotherhood), Anika Noni Rose (Dreamgirls, The No 1 Ladies Detective Agency), William Schallert (Desperate Housewives, Medium, True Blood), Jason Priestley (Beverly Hills, 90210) and Caitlin Carmichael (True Blood) also star. Unable to stop grieving after his wife is killed in a road accident, novelist Mike Noonan returns to the couples lakeside cabin in Maine where he is plagued by disturbing dreams, ghostly visitations and communiqus from beyond the grave. See page 24 for the complete synopsis.
Celebrity Wedding Planner: EastEnders Special (Series 3: 1/3)

Making a welcome return this Christmas is the popular prime-time series in which couples sign over to celebrities total control of their wedding arrangements. The past two series have seen some unusual and surprising events, often a far cry from the bride and grooms original conception of their big day. So how will the latest three unsuspecting couples react to showbiz razzamatazz, a fusion of Ibiza glamour and vintage Great Gatsby style, and the full Essex treatment? There is one huge catch in Celebrity Wedding Planner. The couple do not know the identity of the celebrities who will be planning their wedding until it is too late for them to back out! This is for obvious reasons, as the thought of Jedward, Denise Welch or Louie Spence arranging anyones wedding might make even the bravest bride run a mile! This week, two of Walfords finest John Partridge (aka EastEnders Christian Clarke) and Nina Wadia (aka Zainab Masood) plan the big day for Jade and George from Kent. The 25-year-old bride-to-be dreams of a stylish black-and-white themed wedding to 28-year-old carpenter George, but Nina and John have something rather different in mind. See page 13 for the complete synopsis.
Films: Channel 5 Saturday 22nd December Friday 4th January

Bad Santa (2003) Black comedy about an alcoholic conman who robs department stores every Christmas Eve by working as a resident Santa Claus. However, his latest plan is complicated by an unlikely romance, the unwanted suspicions of a store security chief and an improbable friendship with a lonely eightyear-old boy.
Director Terry Zwigoff Starring Billy Bob Thornton, Tony Cox, Lauren Graham
The Greatest Story Ever Told (1965) Spectacular Biblical epic with an all-star cast, chronicling the life of Jesus of Nazareth. There are a number of cameo appearances from famous Hollywood actors, most notably from John Wayne as a Roman centurion.
Director George Stevens Starring Max von Sydow, Charlton Heston, Carroll Baker
Bad Santa
Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1954) Effervescent musical, containing memorable songand-dance routines and an Oscar-winning score. Seven brothers who live on a ranch decide to get married but set about finding suitable wives in an unusual way. Sidestepping the customary ritual of courtship, they kidnap available women from the next town, making the process of wooing a little more difficult than usual.
Director Stanley Donen Starring Howard Keel, Jane Powell, Jeff Richards
Mistletoe Over Manhattan (2011) Seasonal fantasy yarn. Sensing that her workaholic husband is too exhausted to maintain his Christmas spirit, Mrs Claus heads to New York, the city where they first fell in love. She soon meets a kind but lonely police officer who is going through a divorce and hires her as the family's nanny.
Director John Bradshaw Starring Tricia Helfer, Greg Bryk, Tedde Moore
Dear Santa (2011) Festive comedy drama. A perky woman finds a girls letter to Father Christmas in the street, which asks for a new wife for her widowed father.
Director Jason Priestley Starring Amy Acker, David Haydn-Jones, Patrick Creery
All I Want for Christmas (2007) Sentimental drama. A widowed mother is thrown into the national spotlight when her ten-year-old son wins an essay contest in which he expresses his desire to find her a husband. The woman soon finds herself accepting a proposal from a wealthy man but does she love him?
Director Harvey Frost Starring Gail OGrady, Jimmy Jax Pinchak, Greg Germann
Mrs Miracle 2: Miracle in Manhattan (2010) Drama. Magic and romance abound in a family-run department store in the lead up to Christmas.
Director Michael Scott Starring Doris Roberts, Jewel Staite, Lauren Holly
Wind Chill (2007) Atmospheric horror. Two strangers share a ride home from university in heavy snow when, on a narrow and treacherous shortcut to the freeway, a mysterious car forces them into a snowbank. With the car damaged and the wintry weather preventing them from walking for help, they soon become aware of a ghostly and malevolent presence around them.
Director Gregory Jacobs Starring Emily Blunt, Ashton Holmes, Martin Donovan
The Family Man (2000) Whimsical romantic comedy. Celestial intervention in the life of a bachelor sees him plunged into an alternative reality where he and his childhood sweetheart are happily married parents.
Director Brett Ratner Starring Nicolas Cage, Tea Leoni, Don Cheadle

Scrooge A Christmas Carol (1951) Memorable cinematic adaptation of Dickenss classic story. Alastair Sim stars as the miser who discovers the true meaning of Christmas through his encounters with the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet To Come.
Director Brian Desmond-Hurst Starring Alastair Sim, Mervyn Johns, Kathleen Harrison
Its a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie (2002) Seasonal Muppet movie in which Miss Piggy and the gang take on a stingy bank owner who is threatening to turn their beloved theatre into a tacky nightclub just before Christmas. As the gang face losing their precious theatre forever, Kermit wonders if he is of any use to the others. It takes an angel to show him what their lives would be like if he had never existed as the famous frog tries to make it back in time to save the theatre and put on a spectacular Christmas show.
Director Kirk R. Thatcher Starring David Arquette, Whoopi Goldberg, Joan Cusack
A Christmas Carol
Tornado Warning (2002) Made-for-TV disaster movie in which a scientist struggles to convince a dubious public that his tornado-predicting invention is correct in foreseeing the imminent arrival of a super-storm. Meanwhile, his estranged daughter a news reporter arrives back in his life.
Director Tibor Takcs Starring Gerald McRaney, Thea Gill, Steve Braun
The Santa Suit (2010) Festive comedy. A greedy toy manufacturer sees the error of his ways when he is forced to work as a shopping mall Santa Claus following a run-in with St Nick. Stripped of his corporate power, the miserly businessman befriends the daughter of one of his workers and soon rediscovers his Christmas spirit.
Director Rob Vaughn Starring Kevin Sorbo, Jodie Dowdall, Briana DAguanno
Its Christmas, Carol! (2012) Reworking of the festive tale. On the night before Christmas, driven publishing executive Carol Huffman is visited by the ghost of her former boss.
Director Michael Scott Starring Olivia Cheng, Patrick Allan, Linden Banks
I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus (2001) Festive family fun based on the traditional song of the same name. After learning that his best friends parents are getting a divorce, a young boy fears for his own family. When he spies his mother kissing Santa Claus, he hatches a rescue plan. If Santa only visits good boys and girls, then he will have to start behaving very badly.
Director John Shepphird Starring Connie Sellecca, Corbin Bernsen, Dylan Sprouse
A Christmas Carol (1999) Adaptation of Dickenss classic tale of hope, compassion and the uplifting power of the spirit. Patrick Stewart stars as miser Scrooge, who despises the festive season until he is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future.
Director David Hugh Jones Starring Patrick Stewart, Richard E Grant, Bernard Lloyd

Ben-Hur (1959) Grand historical epic about an aristocratic Jew living in Judea who incurs the wrath of a childhood friend, now a Roman tribune. Forced into slavery on a galley and compelled to witness the cruel persecution of his family, he survives, harbouring dreams of vengeance. A battle at sea and a chariot race are among the memorable sequences. The film used 300 sets at Romes Cinecitta Studios and won a record 11 Oscars.
Director William Wyler Starring Charlton Heston, Jack Hawkins, Stephen Boyd
The Thomas Crown Affair (1999) Romantic thriller remake. Self-made millionaire Thomas Crown has a dangerous hobby - stealing priceless works of art. His latest heist puts glamorous insurance investigator Catherine Banning on his tail, and the pair find themselves entangled in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse.
Director John McTiernan Starring Pierce Brosnan, Rene Russo, Denis Leary
Gone With the Wind
Richie Richs Christmas Wish (1998) Seasonal sequel to the family comedy Richie Rich. The wealthiest boy in the world faces a future without his fortune after wishing that he had never been born.
Director John Murlowski Starring David Gallagher, Eugene Levy, Martin Mull
Gone With the Wind (1939) Lavish Oscar-winning epic about the passionate love affair between Rhett Butler and Scarlett O'Hara, set against the tragedy of the American Civil War. Based on Margaret Mitchell's best-selling novel, the sprawling tale bears witness to the destruction of the South and the end of the romantic mythology of a plantation-owning aristocracy. One of the most popular films of all time.
Director Victor Fleming Starring Clark Gable, Vivien Leigh, Thomas Mitchell
A Carol Christmas (2003) Spirited take on the classic Christmas novel by Charles Dickens. Carol Cartman is an egomaniacal TV talk show host who is determined to destroy the festive fun in the studio. But she is given a chance for redemption when she is haunted by the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future.
Director Matthew Irmas Starring Tori Spelling, Dinah Manoff, Nina Siemaszko
The Santa Incident (2010) Festive childrens drama. Santa must prepare for Christmas while stranded far from the North Pole, when his sleigh is mistaken for a UFO and he is marooned in a small town. To make sure Christmas is not ruined this year, he must find a way to take flight by Christmas Eve with the help of two children.
Director Yelena Lanskaya Starring Ione Skye, Greg Germann, James Cosmo
Will You Merry Me? (2008) Romantic comedy about a couple who prepare to spend the festive season with each others very different families. With two different religions to contend with and the additional pressure of meeting the in-laws for the first time, they both find it difficult to adjust to each familys traditions.
Director Nisha Ganatra Starring Wendie Malick, Cynthia Stevenson, Tommy Lioutas
Trading Christmas (2011) Festive comedy drama. A widow from Oregon trades homes with a Boston professor who is eager to finish his novel, only for their friends and family to complicate matters.
Director Michael Scott Starring Gil Bellows, Tom Cavanagh, Mike Coleman

Christmas with the Kranks (2004) Yuletide family comedy. When a suburban couple decide to forgo Christmas festivities, preferring to take a cruise to the Caribbean instead, their neighbours refuse to allow such Scrooge-like behaviour. Based on a John Grisham novel.
Director Joe Roth Starring Tim Allen, Jamie Lee Curtis, Julie Gonzalo
Snow White (2001) A modern reworking of Snow White. Inspired by the original story by the Brothers Grimm, this classic fairy tale combines gothic horror with magic and romance and is brought to life with state-of-the-art special effects.
Director Caroline Thompson Starring Kristin Kreuk, Miranda Richardson, Tyron Leitso
Christmas with the Kranks
Grounded (2006) Festive adventure about a group of children, flying alone as unaccompanied minors, who wreak havoc in a snowed-in airport terminal after blizzards force the cancellation of their flights home.
Director Paul Feig Starring Dyllan Christopher, Lewis Black, Wilmer Valderrama
Crazy for Christmas (2005) Festive drama. A rich old man employs a single mother to drive him around town on Christmas Eve with the sole intention of handing out money to deserving passersby. The woman would much rather be at home with her young son, but her day takes a turn for the better when a journalist tailing the old man makes a startling discovery.
Director Eleanor Lindo Starring Andrea Roth, Howard Hesseman, Jason Spevack
Young Guns (1988) Offbeat western about six young outlaws in 1870s New Mexico, led by Billy the Kid (Emilio Estevez), who ride out to avenge the death of their mentor, a British rancher murdered by a cattle baron. The tearaways are deputised and told to bring the guilty men back alive, but Billy has other plans.
Director Christopher Cain Starring Emilio Estevez, Kiefer Sutherland, Lou Diamond Phillips, Charlie Sheen
Jane Doe: Ties that Bind (2005) Mystery about a woman whose double life sees her solving crimes when she is away from the suburbs. As well as dealing with her teenage daughter, Jane is called on to investigate the mysterious murder of a company whistle-blower.
Director James A Contner Starring Leah Thompson, William R Moses, Joe Penny
The Invasion (2007) Sci-fi thriller, based on the classic Invasion of the Body Snatchers, about a mystery disease that spreads across America after a space shuttle crash. Discovering that the epidemic is alien in origin, a Washington psychiatrist tries to protect her son, unaware that he may hold the key to saving mankind from destruction.
Director Oliver Hirschbiegel Starring Nicole Kidman, Daniel Craig, Jeremy Northam
White Fang (1991) Breathtaking landscapes provide the backdrop to this adventure based on Jack London's classic novel about the friendship between a gold hunter intent on finding his father's Alaskan gold mine and the white dog-wolf he rescues from a dogfight promoter.
Director Randal Kleiser Starring Ethan Hawke, Klaus Maria Brandauer, Seymour Cassel

The Man Who Sued God (2000) Comedy about a lawyer (Billy Connolly) who takes on his maker in a court of law. When the lawyers boat is destroyed by an act of God and his insurance company refuses to pay compensation, he decides to press charges against Gods representatives in the church. He soon attracts the attention of a journalist (Judy Davis), who helps him in his bizarre quest to tread uncharted legal territory.
Director Mark Joffe Starring Billy Connolly, Judy Davis, Colin Friels
Titanic (1996) Epic drama recreating the ill-fated voyage of the Titanic, which struck an iceberg off Newfoundland in the spring of 1912. A mix of passengers including wealthy socialites and poor emigrants board the great vessel on its maiden voyage, little realising that the ships lifeboat capacity is woefully inadequate in the event of a disaster at sea. The cast includes George C Scott, Tim Curry and Catherine Zeta-Jones.
Director Robert Lieberman Starring Peter Gallagher, George C Scott, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Tim Curry
Superbad
Superbad (2007) Comedy in which two inseparable best friends navigating the last weeks of high school are invited to a gigantic house party. Together with a nerdy pal they spend a long day trying to score enough alcohol to supply the party and inebriate two girls in order to kick-start their sex lives before they go off to college.
Director Greg Mottola Starring Jonah Hill, Michael Cera, Seth Rogen
Fiddler on the Roof (1971) Oscar-winning adaptation of the Broadway musical about life in the Jewish community of a pre-revolutionary Russian village. A poor milkman, determined to find good husbands for his daughters, consults a traditional matchmaker and also has a word with God.
Director Norman Jewison Starring Topol, Norma Crane, Molly Picon
The Plank (1967) Silent comedy written and directed by Eric Sykes about two bungling workmen trying desperately to transport a wooden plank through a suburb of London to a building site.
Director Eric Sykes Starring Eric Sykes, Tommy Cooper, Jimmy Edwards
Santa Junior (2002) Fantasy comedy. The story of a young man struggling to find his own identity while the fate of Christmas hangs in the balance.
Director Kevin Connor Starring Lauren Holly, George Wallace, Judd Nelson
Entertainment: Channel 5
An Audience With Ken Dodd

Having kept the general public entertained since the 1950s, Ken gives a specially invited audience a prod with his tickling stick. Having learned his trade doing summer seasons in Blackpool, working with Jimmy Clitheroe on the same bill as Morecambe and Wise, Ken has continued to perform into his 80s. He has become renowned for his marathon shows, some lasting for nearly five hours. This tattifelarious tickle-tonic was recorded in 1994 before a star-studded audience including actors James Fox and Molly Sugden, presenter Carol Vorderman, ex-glamour girl Samantha Fox, and fellow entertainers Paul Daniels, Warren Mitchell and Frank Carson. They ask the veteran funnyman questions about his life and career as he peppers his stand-up with songs and routines. Also featured is a special appearance by Diddy Man Dicky Mint.
Director: Patricia Mordecai Producer: Lorna Dickinson An ITV Studios production Press: victoria.shires@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2828 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
Happiness is An Audience with Ken Dodd
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TVs 50 Greatest Magic Tricks

Channel 5 presents this countdown of the greatest TV magic tricks of all time. From the astonishing set pieces of Penn and Teller to the mindbending of Derren Brown and the street magic of David Blaine, be prepared to be amazed and mystified. Contributions come from magics greatest stars, including Paul Daniels and Debbie McGee, new wonderkid magician Dynamo, Penn and Teller, and magic fans Joe Pasquale, Dick and Dom, and Stephen Mulhern. Magic is a mix of art, skill and subterfuge. From Houdini to the present day, illusionists have been catching bullets between their teeth, sawing people in half and reading minds. But which ones stand the test of time? Escaping from peril is the theme of many tricks. Acts include performers freeing themselves from the constraints of handcuffs, straitjackets or ropes while being suspended in or above a tank of water, fire or ice. The programme features a wide range of tricks and illusions, great and small, but scale is not the only factor that determines enduring quality. Are todays big showstopping events, such as making the Statue of Liberty disappear, any more spectacular than playing Find the Lady with a skilled card sharp? This mesmerising show looks at which tricks still maintain the magic.
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TVs 50 Greatest Magic Tricks
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Most Shocking Celebrity Moments 2012

This special programme takes a light-hearted look at the 50 most outrageous indiscretions and misdemeanours in the world of the rich and famous this year. Yes, those celebrities have been at it again! Get ready for a countdown of the 50 most shocking celebrity moments of the year. As the calamitous events in this chart illustrate, 2012 has been a vintage year in the world of the famous. In the 12 months since January, there have been plenty of shocking moments to keep the tabloids full to the brim. With contributions from the celebrity winners and losers themselves, as well as an eclectic panel of commentators and experts, this show condenses the most salacious gossip of 2012. Expect the inside scoop on a range of scandalous moments, including the end of TomKat what drove Hollywoods leading couple apart? and what really pushed Kristen Stewart away from R-Patz and into the arms of director Rupert Sanders. From the Olympics to The X Factor and Celebrity Big Brother, this programme features all the scandal and the gossip on the biggest showbiz stories of the year. Featuring contributions from Jedward, Kerry Katona, Brian Dowling, Christopher Biggins, Olympic gold medallist Greg Rutherford and many, many more!
Line producer Emma St John Gray Series producer Emma Clark Executive producers Matt Crook, Andrew Newman An Objective/Crook Production Press: victoria.shires@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2828 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
Most Shocking Celebrity Moments 2012
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Entertainment: Channel 5 New Series Celebrity Wedding Planner: EastEnders Special (Series 3: 1/3)
Making a welcome return this Christmas is the popular primetime series in which couples sign over to celebrities total control of their wedding arrangements. The past two series have seen some unusual and surprising events, often a far cry from the bride and grooms original conception of their big day. So how will the latest three unsuspecting couples react to showbiz razzamatazz, a fusion of Ibiza glamour and vintage Great Gatsby style, and the full Essex treatment? There is one huge catch in Celebrity Wedding Planner. The couple do not know the identity of the celebrities who will be planning their wedding until it is too late for them to back out! Each week the celebrity wedding planners have just three weeks and 12,000 to create a dream wedding for one lucky couple. This week, two of Walfords finest John Partridge (aka EastEnders Christian Clarke) and Nina Wadia (aka Zainab Masood) plan the big day for Jade and George from Kent. The 25-year-old bride-to-be dreams of a stylish black-and-white themed wedding to 28-year-old carpenter George, but Nina and John have something rather different in mind. In true soap-opera style, they set about planning a glitzy event. With Johns musical-theatre roots (he toured with Cats) and Ninas comedy background in shows like Goodness Gracious Me, the pair are fully geared up for a showbiz shindig to remember. But will Jade and George be grateful or gutted with what the EastEnders stars have in store for them? John and Nina are responsible for every aspect of their wedding day. From the dress, hair and make-up to the venue, transport, rings, flowers and music, there is a lot to organise and all their decisions will be final. But in the end, this is Jade and Georges big day. Lets hope they like disco balls, Indian drummers, a horse and carriage, a flashing dance floor and a superstar DJ
Producer/Director David Lawrence Series producer Donna McLaughlin Executive producer Maureen Goldthorpe A Renegade Production Press: mark.pitchford@outside-org.co.uk 0207 098 2825 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
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Tommy Coopers Christmas

Ho, ho ho! Still funny after all these years, Tommy Cooper was the comedian whose magic tricks always used to go wrong. With his trademark red fez, comical expressions and classic gags now known as Cooperisms, Tommy has the audience in stitches in this special show of magic, music and sketches recorded for Christmas Day. The kooky comedian adds his inimitable touch to the season of goodwill, showing how to cook a duck-egg omelette, play snooker with a sand wedge and ride an ostrich Just like that! Joining Tommy are Irish singer and actress Clodagh Rodgers and French crooner Sacha Distel, who sing a medley of festive favourites.
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Tommy Cooper
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Factual and Features: Channel 5
A Very Eddie Christmas

Channel 5 gives Eddie Stobart fans a giftwrapped present a triple bill of back-to-back seasonal specials showing the extraordinary lengths that this iconic trucking company goes to to keep the wheels turning for Christmas. Eddie Stobarts Christmas Cracker is a brand new programme following the truckers on their drive to deliver Christmas to the nation. This is the busiest time of year for Britain's famous haulage firm. A hospital in Cambridge awaits their giant tree to raise patients spirits. Britain's busiest petrol forecourts are expecting a bumper fuel delivery for those facing the long drive home. A town in the north east of England is due an unusual delivery of reindeer for their annual Christmas parade On top of all that, the drivers must hit the right note for the companys charity Christmas single. Can the men and women in green and red come up with the goods and can they get them there in time? There is also another chance to see last years special: Eddie Stobart: Trucks, Trailers and Tinsel. Half a million Christmas trees need transporting for the start of the season and 63-year-old Geordie trucker Hughie is just one of those facing the daunting task. Despite heavy snow closing the main route north, he collects 1,500 firs from the forests near Inverness, but when his truck slides across a tight bend it is touch-and-go whether he will make it back to London in one piece. Meanwhile, the Stobart chilled-foods team have to deliver six million turkeys to butchers around the UK within the space of a few days. It is a tough challenge for planning manager Dave, especially when the number of turkeys needed for the supermarkets goes through the roof, leaving him and his team struggling to find extra drivers to collect the birds. Last of the seasonal specials is Eddie Stobart: Christmas Delivery. The legendary trucks and truckers are in the thick of it, facing one of their busiest times of year as they become Santa's helpers. Battling through winter conditions to ensure that stores up and down the country get their supply of Christmas trees, salt gets delivered to the councils and supermarket shelves stay stocked with festive fare is a tough job: can the men and women behind the wheels of those famous green and red trucks pull it off? As blizzards hit the UK, the trucks need to keep rolling.
A Shine TV Production Press: mark.pitchford@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2825 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
Eddie Stobarts Christmas Cracker
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Rolfs Animal Christmas

Rolf Harris revisits some of the most memorable stories of the year from Channel 5s hit series Rolfs Animal Clinic, which saw much-loved animals of all shapes and sizes receiving vital and o en life-saving treatment. This Christmas special sees how some of the animals fared following their treatment and a er they returned home to their grateful owners. The show has seen everything from calving emergencies and life-saving surgery on horses to overweight dogs and irritable, spitting alpacas. The series is set in the University of Liverpools Leahurst campus, which is home to one of the worlds most advanced vet schools and animal treatment centres. It has several practices and treats everything from family pets to farm animals and exotic creatures from nearby Chester Zoo. Animals come from all across the UK to Leahurst, which sees around 2,000 horses and 10,000 cats and dogs receiving life-saving treatment in its purpose-built hospitals.
Executive producer Mira King A Special Edition Films production Press: Julie.Miller@five.tv, 020 8612 7751 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
Rolfs Animal Christmas
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Worlds Biggest Pets

For some pet-owners, big is truly beautiful. This quirky one-off documentary meets some of the worlds biggest animals romping through homes and neighbourhoods too close for comfort. These include seven-feet-tall dogs, rabbits that weigh the same as a five-year-old and the biggest pet on the planet! The journey starts in Nottingham, home to a huge dog called Mighty Finn. The worlds tallest canine, however, lives on the other side of the Atlantic. Standing at a monumental 110cm tall from paw to shoulder, Giant George is the same height as two average golden retrievers and the same weight as 35 Yorkshire terriers Giant George, however, is not in the same league as Wild Thing. Ronald from Texas has devoted his life to his pet bison, but letting an animal the same size as a small family car wander around your living room doesnt come without challenges. Back in the UK, the programme meets reptile fanatic Nicki from Newcastle. By her last count she had 88 snakes, lizards and spiders, but her pride and joy is her pet Burmese python. Capable of eating her whole, she was recently rescued by Nicki from her previous owner who found her too big and dangerous to handle. The pitter-patter of gigantic paws sounds rather louder than usual in this fascinating insight into the amazing world of all creatures great and tall.
Producer/director Rob McCourt Executive producer Will Smith An RDF Television production Press: victoria.shires@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2828 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
Worlds Biggest Pets
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50 Shocking Facts about Diet and Exercise

This two-hour countdown show looks at the shocking truth behind what we eat and the often dangerous and misguided methods we adopt in order to lose weight. Scientists, industry experts and exponents explain the pros and cons of fad diets, healthy foods and extreme exercise regimes. We all know about the benefits of exercise, good diet, looking good and living a healthy lifestyle, but most of the things that are good for us can bring side-effects that are precisely the opposite. Incontinence, infertility, infected genitalia, energydrink madness, hip replacements and even death are commonplace among the beautiful people as are botched surgeries, extremely dangerous selfharming diets and bizarre exercise programmes. Ironically, although it might not be healthier, it is much simpler and safer to spend your days lying on the couch watching television and eating chocolate (which prevents strokes, by the way)
Senior producer Chris Hill Executive producer Steven D Wright A JA Digital production Press: victoria.shires@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2828 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
50 Shocking Facts about Diet and Exercise
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Factual and Features: Channel 5 New Series Worlds Most Pampered Pets (1/2)
This fun, entertaining and occasionally moving programme features a collection of the most glamorous and well-kept pets in the world today. From a Californian man who keeps lizards as house-guests to the Aussie ducks who dress for the catwalk, and from the worlds richest chimp to President Obamas dog Bo, discover why people spend as much money on their pets as they do on themselves. This first episode is a global adventure to seek out the worlds most pampered pet. The programme doggedly scours the planet, looking for the pet with the most lavish and superstar lifestyle. Louise Harris from Essex is auditioning Britains best-looking diva dogs for a new fashion line. American reality TV star Aubrey ODay takes her pampered pooches for an extreme makeover, including purple highlights for one and a pink mohawk for another. LA-based celebrity journalist Sandro Monetti explains that pets in Hollywood are the ultimate accessory because unlike Hollywood husbands and wives they give unconditional love and never deceive or sue. Most crucially, their spoiled pets dont criticise, even after a box-office flop. Also featured are the worlds most expensive pet accessories and the wealthiest pets, including the sad story of Kalu the chimp who lost 40 million. A visit to Tokyo reveals the benefits of dog yoga, while Mexico is the home of Luna the fashion kitty. Henry Lizardlover demonstrates why he lives up to his name. Also featured is a search for the elusive Boo, the cutest dog in the world. One of these creatures will be given the title of The Worlds Most Pampered Pet.
Series producer Diccon Green, Dave Walley Executive producer Paul Crompton A Channel5 production Press: victoria.shires@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2828 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
Worlds Most Pampered Pets
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Factual and Features: Channel 5 New Series Ice Road Truckers (Series 5: 1/16)
Back for another season of thrills and spills is the show that follows the brave men and women who jump in the cab to transport essential supplies to some of the remotest parts of North America. The roster of drivers this season includes some old hands and some fresh faces. Lisa Kelly reports for duty in Fairbanks in the heart of Alaska, where the company Carlile has 1,500 loads that need to be shifted north up to Prudhoe on the shore of the Beaufort Sea. Her first run sees her lead a convoy of heavy haulers, some of whom need a bit of pushing and pulling to get them going in the right direction. Dave Redmon, who featured in the Himalayan season of IRT: Deadliest Roads, arrives in Fairbanks to try his hand at driving on the ice roads for the first time. However the hot-headed Alabama boy does not take orders too well and is less than happy to be placed under the watchful eye of 19-year veteran Tony Molesky. On their first run together a prolonged argument results in the two of them going their separate ways. Trucker Maya Seiber has made her way up from her native New York. Having conquered the city streets, she now wants to test herself on the ice roads. She signs in and after a road test is sent out riding shotgun with another driver. Meanwhile IRT regulars Hugh, Rick and Alex are making their bucks in Canada. In Winnipeg, Hugh and Rick have signed up with Polar Industries who have a contract to supply the remote Cree community with essentials. The trip is over six hundred miles each way and crosses frozen swamps and includes such obstacles as a beaver dam! Alex has gone into business on his own and has a contract with First Nations Trucking to deliver groceries to Red Sucker Lake, a 700-mile trip across the countrys most hazardous roads.
Series producer Gayle Gilman Executive producers Thom Beers, Philip David Segal An AETN production Press: victoria.shires@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2828 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
Ice Road Truckers
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Factual and Features: Channel 5 New Series Great Northern Cookbook (1/4)
In this brand new series, former Coronation Street actor and award-winning cheese-maker Sean Wilson embarks on a culinary adventure to discover the heritage and phenomenal flavours of the Norths favourite foods. Along the way he meets the people who are keeping the regions traditional grub going and leaves his culinary comfort zone as he squares up against the best in the business to tackle some unusual challenges. Sean starts his gastonomic travels in the beautiful coastal town of Whitby, where he joins local trawlermen at work bringing in the catch of the day. His challenge is to catch some fish and then cook it with chips and a side order of mushy peas. He is then judged by two award-winning fish and chip experts. Will his fish supper meet their exacting standards? He then heads to Morpeth to take on the challenge of trying to convert a group of Northumberland offal-haters with some stuffed lambs hearts. This is a massive challenge, but Sean has a recipe in mind which he thinks will have them licking their lips and their plates. Sean then mobilises the residents of the West Yorkshire village of Denby Dale to help him make a 2.5 ton meat-and-potato pie. Denby Dale is world famous for its massive pies and the recipe Sean has chosen was last made for Queen Victorias golden jubilee. It is his biggest challenge to date and the pressure is on the pie made for Queen Victoria went rotten before anyone had a chance to eat it! Last stop on the first leg of Seans northern road trip is Liverpool, where he talks tripe before serving up the forgotten delicacy to some unsuspecting shoppers. Can he convince them that tripe is tasty?
Series producer Mark Powell Director Merryn Threadgould Producer Kerry Allison Executive producers Jazz Gowans, Richard Hughes A Transparent Television production Press: mark.pitchford@outside-org.co.uk 0207 098 2825 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
Great Northern Cookbook
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The All New Gadget Show London (Series 17: 8/12)

Presenters Jason Bradbury and Pollyanna Woodward travel all over the world, testing a huge range of gadgets in their own exhilarating, entertaining and adrenaline-fuelled style. The All New Gadget Show comes home to London as Jason and Pollyanna hit the streets of the capital in search of yet more must-have tech. They start o by roaring down the Thames on a rib (a rigid inatable boat), testing camera phones including the 41-megapixel Nokia 808 PureView, before hopping ashore and jumping on board a folding bike, a folding scooter and a skateboard that can go down stairs. A er ditching the transport tech, the pair commandeer a London bus to take some unwitting punters on a gadget tour of the capital using nothing but budget tablets, before strapping on some of the highest tech trainers and doing a spot of parkour. Also featured are information on how to boost your WiFi and a dash of digital app sketching.
Series producer Colin Byrne Producer/director Ian Bayliss Executive producer Ewan Keil A North One Television production Press: Julie.Miller@five.tv, 020 8612 7751 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
The All New Gadget Show
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A Right Royal 2012

With the diamond jubilee coinciding with the London Olympics, 2012 was always going to be a memorable year for the royal family, but it was actually a combination of unexpected elements that made 2012 a right royal year. Prince Williams wedding to Kate Middleton in 2011 rekindled the romance between the public and the British royal family. But as 2012 loomed, a more pressing crisis confronted the royals. On December 23rd, Prince Philip was airlifted to hospital suffering chest pains. Over the following 12 months the family would face the publication of embarrassing photographs, legal battles with foreign press, more illness, a rain-lashed jubilee flotilla and Harry playing strip billiards in Las Vegas. Since the death of Diana, the royal family has had 15 years to adapt to dealing with press and publicity in the modern world. How did they cope in their most important year for decades and how would this remarkable year change them? Was this the year that Charles was nudged out of the limelight to allow the Queen to bask in the glow from William and Kate? Would Harry, against all expectation, become our new favourite? Would 2012 be the crowning glory to Elizabeth IIs reign? These and many other questions are put to those who know the royal family intimately, including former MP Ann Widdecombe, Dianas private secretary Patrick Jephson, the pageant master of the jubilee flotilla Adrian Evans, royal correspondent Robert Jobson and social historian Dominic Sandbroke.
Producer/director Jim Nally Executive producer Paul Crompton A Channel 5 production Press:victoria.shires@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2828 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
A Right Royal 2012
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Acquisitions: Channel 5

Not to be missed this Christmas is a heart-stopping mystery chiller adapted from the award-winning, bestselling novel by master of horror Stephen King. Pierce Brosnan (two-time Golden Globe nominee and star of four Bond movies) plays a newly widowed writer plagued by haunting nightmares and caught up in a sinister custody case in a lakeside town in western Maine. Winner of the Bram Stoker Award for Best Novel of 1998 and the British Fantasy Award in 1999, Bag of Bones is a multi-layered story of grief and lost love, a new love haunted by past secrets, an innocent child caught in a terrible crossfire and of a battle between two spirits from the netherworld, one of them motivated by love, the other by hatred and revenge. Melissa George (The Slap, Hunted, Greys Anatomy), Annabeth Gish (The West Wing, Pretty Little Liars, Brotherhood), Anika Noni Rose (Dreamgirls, The No 1 Ladies Detective Agency), William Schallert (Desperate Housewives, Medium, True Blood), Jason Priestley (Beverly Hills, 90210) and Caitlin Carmichael (True Blood) also star. Bestselling novelist Mike Noonan (Brosnan) is devastated when his wife Jo (Gish) is killed in a road accident. Unable to stop grieving and gripped by writers block, he is inspired by a strange dream to return to the couples lakeside retreat in Maine to seek answers to some troubling questions. Why had Jo spent so much time there recently, and why did she buy a pregnancy test? Mike had hidden the results of a low sperm count from her. Was she having an affair? At Dark Score Lake, Mike befriends attractive young widow Mattie Devore (Melissa George, Golden Globe nominee for In Treatment) and becomes embroiled in her battle for custody of her daughter Kyra (Carmichael) against her rich and powerful father-in-law, Max Devore (Schallert). Max cannot forgive Mattie for shooting his son when he went crazy and tried to kill Kyra.
Though Mikes writers block suddenly disappears, he is plagued by disturbing dreams, ghostly visitations and communiqus from beyond the grave. For beneath the tranquil waters of Dark Score Lake lurk secrets, some of them deeper under the surface than others. A young black blues singer named Sara Tidwell (Rose) disappeared whilst playing at the local fair in 1939 and her spirit still lingers in Mikes cabin. But as Mike becomes haunted by the many secrets at the lake, he comes to realise that his late wife still has something to tell him. Bag of Bones was filmed in Nova Scotia and adapted by Matt Venne from the New York Times No 1 bestseller by Stephen King. The director, Mick Garris, is no stranger to the horror genre, with Masters of Horror, Critters 2 and the Channel 5 series Fear Itself among his writing credits. He also directed the TV series of Stephen Kings The Stand. The executive producers are Mark Sennet for Mark Sennet Entertainment Inc, Mick Garris for Nice Guy Productions Inc. and Stewart Mackinnon for Headline Pictures Limited. Brian Gary and David Davoli are the co-executive producers.
Bag of Bones
Credits Mike Noonan Pierce Brosnan Mattie Devore Melissa George Jo Noonan Annabeth Gish Sara Tidwell Anika Noni Rose Max Devore William Schallert Rogette Whitmore Deborah Grover Sid Noonan Matt Frewer
Marty Oblowski Jason Priestley Kyra Devore Caitlin Carmichael Edgar White Leslie Carlson Young Max Devore David Sheftell George Footman Gary Levert
Executive producers Mark Sennet, Stewart MacKinnon, Mick Garris Co-executive producers Brian Gary, David Davoli Producer Michael Mahoney
A Sony Pictures Television production for A&E Press: amy.vickery@outsideorg.co.uk 0208 612 7699 Images: zhana.leeson@outsideorg.co.uk 020 7098 2826
Director Mike Garris
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Acquisitions: Channel 5
The Mentalist Black Cherry (Series 5: 9/24)

The acclaimed US crime drama series continues. In this instalment, as Jane keeps on the trail of Red John, the team investigate the murder of a real estate agent with a chequered past. Patrick Jane (Simon Baker), an independent consultant with the California Bureau of Investigation (CBI), has a remarkable track record for solving serious crimes by using his razor-sharp skills of observation. Within the CBI, Jane is notorious for his blatant lack of protocol and his semi-celebrity past as a former psychic medium, whose paranormal abilities he now admits he feigned. However, Janes role in cracking a series of tough, high-profile cases is greatly valued. No-nonsense senior agent Teresa Lisbon (Robin Tunney) alternates between reluctantly acknowledging Janes usefulness and lambasting him for his theatrics, narcissism and dangerous penchant for crossing boundaries. Lisbons team includes agents Kimball Cho (Tim Kang), who serves as the lead interrogator; Wayne Rigsby (Owain Yeoman), the team's resident fire and explosives expert; and relative newcomer Grace Van Pelt (Amanda Righetti), the optimist who is often at odds with Jane's more jaded views. In this series, one of Red Johns alluring accomplices, Lorelei Martins, is in custody, meaning that the hunt for the elusive serial killer gets back on track. After assisting the CBI team with solving the states most serious crimes, Jane now senses that Red John is closer than ever. He may be already on the CBIs radar. With his wits always about him, Jane ventures wherever the CBI team is summoned, but always with an eye over his shoulder. In this episode, the CBI team investigates the murder of a real estate agent with former gang ties, while Jane searches for leads on his new connection to Red John.
The Mentalist
Credits Patrick Jane Simon Baker Teresa Lisbon Robin Tunney Wayne Rigsby Owain Yeoman Grace Van Pelt Amanda Righetti Kimball Cho Tim Kang Chip McGavin Dan Gauthier Lem McVie Brandon Claybon Juliana McVieas Kyla Pratt
Noah McVie Bryce Clyde Jenkins Tiffany Stark Senta Moses Agent Tamsin Wade Monique Gabriela Curnen Victor Phipps Anthony Ruivivar Director Elodie Keene
Executive producer Bruno Heller
Press: amy.vickery@outside-org.co.uk 0208 612 7699 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk 020 7098 2826
A Warner Brothers Production
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Acquisitions: Channel 5 Last in Series Castle Overkill; A Deadly Game (Series 2: 23-24/24)
The gripping crime drama about a novelist who shadows an NYPD detective concludes its second series this week with a double bill. Firstly, Castle takes on Denning, who is getting closer and closer to Beckett, when they have different theories about how to crack a murder case. Then the team are called in when a sophisticated spy game turns deadly. In Overkill, Alexis is casting her eye over the latest draft of her dads new Nikki Heat novel and she questions the introduction of a new character, a robbery detective called Schlemming, Hes coming off a bit like a doofus, she says, I think you should lose him. If only it was this easy, Castle replies, using a red pen to eradicate Schlemming from Nikkis life. Please tell me theres been a murder otherwise Ill have to continue writing, Castle says in response to Becketts phone call. His wish is granted. In a well-appointed apartment, the body of Damian Wilder is found. Wilder is the wealthy founder of a company that sells mens grooming products. He has been shot once, although he appears to have taken a while to die, with the perpetrator finishing him off with a blow over the head. Denning follows up one line of inquiry. Some rare and very valuable books were stolen from Wilders apartment and subsequently offered for sale on the internet, by a book dealer, Lukas Canby, who has a record that includes assaulting a fellow bidder when a book auction didnt go his way. Canby becomes the prime suspect, but Castle doesnt want Dennings hunch to be right and comes up with a plan with Ryan and Esposito to nab the person he thinks is the murderer, If this works. Ill keep you guys in shave cream for a year. Who is right Denning or Castle? Or are they both reading from the wrong script? And which one of them shares a kiss with Beckett?
Castle
Credits Richard Castle Nathan Fillion Kate Beckett Stana Katic Martha Rodgers Susan Sullivan Captain Roy Montgomery Ruben Santiago-Hudson Alexis Castle Molly Quinn Javier Esposito Jon Huertas Lanie Parish Tamala Jones
In A Deadly Game, running for his life through the park at night, a man sees a payphone and makes a call. This is Blackbird. Identification? says the voice on the other end. Designate 2-2-3. I am blown. I am blown Where is the safe house? says the caller. Negative 2-2-3, you know the rules, says the voice. Tearing back through the park, he is stopped in his tracks by a man with a flashlight, who brandishes a gun with a silencer and shoots the man dead. The victims wallet provides no help to identify him his gym membership is for a gym that doesnt exist and his company, Fastwater Global Services, are registered to a PO Box in the Cayman Islands. His hire car is found to contain an automatic weapon, five thousand euros and a pen, which selfdestructs after it relays a message about the details of a meeting. Well now we know why our victim doesnt exist, says Beckett, hes a spy. At the meeting point specified in the pen message, after making a fool of himself with the only single woman in the joint, Castle makes contact with a Hans Brauer, who eventually cracks and tells the detectives he is just taking part in a spy-cation, in which ordinary people get to live out their James Bond-style fantasies. Who had it in for the victim? How well does Castle take the news that Beckett and Denning are together? And does she agree with Castle that this should be the last case they work on?
Kevin Ryan Seamus Dever Tom Demming Michael Trucco Hans Brauer Mitch Pileggi Gina Griffin Monet Mazur Lukas Canby Paul Carafotes Directors John Terlesky, Rob Bowman
Executive producers Armyan Bernstein, Rob Bowman, Andrew W Marlowe, Laurie Zaks An ABC Studios production
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Sport: Channel 5 Last in Series Worlds Strongest Man 2012: Rounds (1-5/5) Final (1/1)
Channel 5 presents all the action from the five rounds and grand final to decide who is the Worlds Strongest Man. The official World's Strongest Man Qualifying Tour is known as Giants Live. The Tour travels around the globe finding the world's best strongmen and tests them on a number of brutally difficult events. The top three athletes from each contest go on to compete at the World's Strongest Man finals which are held in Los Angeles. This year there are five grands prix Australia, Finland, Hungary, UK and Poland. British stars who compete in the tour include some old favourites such as Dartford's giant Terry Hollands, Gloucester's British Champion Laurence Shahlaei and the 46year-old veteran from Blackburn, Mark Felix. Heat 1 Englands Jack McIntosh returns for his second WSM finals but the young man from the Lake District faces a very tough test against two-time champion Zydrunas Savickas and 2008 runner-up, Derek Poundstone. Tests include the Giant Dumbbell Press and the Car Deadlift, all in the baking Californian sun. Heat 2 Ed Hall makes his WSM debut in heat two against another formidable line-up. Hafthor Bjornsson, the 6 10 giant from Iceland, and the 30-stone Mike Jenkins from the USA will provide the toughest of tests for the man from Staffordshire. More classic tests of strength abound and include the Quad Bike Viking Press! Heat 3 Time for another British debutant to take the stage in Los Angeles as World Strongest Man continues with Group 3. Kents Chris Gearing faces the test of his life as he takes on reigning champion Brian Shaw and a host of top level international strongmen. Prepare for more brutal tests of strength, particularly in the Arm-Over-Arm-pull. Heat 4 Britains young guns continue their challenge for the Worlds Strongest Man title. This heat features Graham Hicks from Morecambe. The 27year-old faces some classic tests of strength including the Loading Race, Keg Toss and Atlas Stones from the beaches and theme parks Los Angeles. 27
World Strongest Man 2012
Heat 5 Britains most successful strongman of recent years, Terry Hollands, begins his campaign for the title of Worlds Strongest Man in heat five. The giant from Dartford, Kent, has twice been placed third in the final, but can he go one or two places better in Los Angeles? He faces his favourite event, the Truck Pull, as well as the all-new Viking Press. Final Which ten men have earned the right to compete in the final battle for the title of Worlds Strongest Man? Among the favourites are Englands Terry Hollands, reigning champion Brian Shaw and twotime champion Zydrunas Savickas. This 35th final will be held in Los Angeles, the venue of the very first competition in 1977. Presented by James Richardson and Bill Kazmaier, commentary comes from Paul Dickenson and Colin JL Bryce.
Series producer James Reilly Producer/directors Tim Kowalski/Tony Lanni Executive Producers John Hollywood An IMG Media Production for Channel 5 Press: mark.pitchford@outside-org.co.uk 020 7098 2825 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
Milkshake! Channel 5
Tobys Travelling Circus Snow Baby (Series 1: 17/52)

Roll up, roll up, for a delightful Christmas special guaranteed to keep little ladies and gentlemen wide-eyed with wonder. The award-winning creative geniuses behind Frankenweenie, Roary and Fifi present a brand-new magical adventure from the colourful travelling circus run by a little boy named Toby. Joining Ringmaster Toby in the Big Top are some gloriously entertaining characters, including his lovable mother Delores, musical maestro Jango, competitive twin acrobats Li and Ling, clowns Freddo and Clara, Thor the robotic strongman and Tobys monkey companion Momo. Recorded in stop-frame model animation, Tobys Travelling Circus is exclusive to Channel 5. The series is already proving popular with youngsters and Milkshake! loved it so much that they commissioned a second season before the rst episode had aired. On Sunday 23rd, the circus performers are all looking forward to Christmas. Dolores is pleased that her sister Dolly and husband Dennis have come for a visit and happily agrees to look after their baby Diddums while they go Christmas shopping. But when Dolores is called to the phone, Diddums is passed around until he ends up with Thor. The baby looks very funny in the big robot strongmans arms but likes it there so much that hell only stop crying if Thor is holding him, so Thor looks after Diddums till the end of the show. And what a show it is! A real extravaganza, with decorations, special costumes, an angel-themed spectacular by Li and Ling and a lovely original Christmas song sung by everyone at the end of the show. All they need to make the evening perfect is for it to snow
Producers Richard Randolph, Chris Bowden Director Barry J C Purves Executive Producers Ed Glauser, Andrew Cole Bulgin, Nick Wilson (Komixx) Ian MacKinnon, Peter Saunders (MacKinnon and Saunders) A Komixx Entertainment production in association with Mackinnon and Saunders Press: mark.pitchford@outside-org.co.uk 0207 098 2825 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
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Milkshake! Channel 5 Last in Series Peppa Pig (Series 4: 48-52/52)

Britains popular little piggy is back with more delightful, brand new animated adventures. With its quirky humour, entertaining characters and unique, gentle charm, small children adore Peppa Pig. Shes cute, cheeky and funny like a little girl in many ways, including being a bit bossy to her younger brother George. Peppa loves playing games, dressing up, days out and (especially) jumping in muddy puddles, but her adventures always end happily, with loud grunts of laughter. On Christmas Eve, Daddy Pig is taking Peppa and George to visit a Fish Pond that he used to visit when he was young. He is really looking forward to it, but finds that a few things have changed since he was a piglet Peppa and her friends are learning how to ski on Snowy Mountain on Christmas Day. Their teacher, Madame Gazelle, is very good at it she was once a world champion! But in the end it is Mummy Pig who impresses everyone. Grampy Rabbit in Space is on Boxing Day. Peppa's playgroup are really enjoying Grampy Rabbits talk about space rockets, until suddenly he loses his voice. Can Doctor Brown Bear get him talking again? In The Olden Days on Thursday 27th, Mummy Pig shows Peppa and her friend Suzy Sheep some old photographs from when they were babies. Peppa and Suzy dont remember being that young, but they are pleased to see that they have always been best friends. On Friday 28th, Peppa and her friends are playing pirates. But when they put together a chest of Pirate Treasure and bury it in a marked spot, Pedro soon realises that he needs to follow the trail. Hes lost something!
Producer Phil Davies Directors Philip Hall, Joris van Hulzen Created by Neville Astley, Mark Baker Executive producer Laura Cluney An Astley Baker Davies Ltd production Press: mark.pitchford@outside-org.co.uk 0207 098 2825 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
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Milkshake! Channel 5 Last in Series Angelina Ballerina Series 6 (18-20/20)

Angelina the fun-loving mouseling and her friends at the Camembert Academy continue to have a lot of fun discovering new forms of dance and learning valuable life lessons in this brand new set of animated adventures. On Saturday 22nd December, Angelina is smitten with jealousy when Alice babysits Polly in Angelina and Pollys Big Day. Thinking that her little sister likes Alice more, Angelina exhausts herself trying to prove that shes the better babysitter, until she realises that in Pollys eyes she will always be Number One. Saturday 29ths episode is Angelinas Indian Lunchtime. Marco wants to perform the Ramayana for the school, but his friends want to perform Mouselina until they learn the story of the Hindu epic and discover that Indian song and dance is both lively and infectious. In Angelina, AJ and Cheesy Zee on Sunday 30th, AJs birthday is coming up and he is dropping so many hints about it that he is beginning to sound like one of his favourite hip hop records. So why are his friends taking no notice? Of course, they have a big surprise planned for him, but his persistence almost disrupts all their arrangements.
Angelina Ballerina
Credits Angelina Charlotte Spencer (voice) Ms Mimi/AZ Larissa Murray (voice) Viki/Marco Jules De Jongh (voice) Gracie Joanna Wyatt (voice) Polly Leah Zabari (voice) Alice Naomi McDonald (voice)
Director Jonathan Brough Executive Producer Karen Barnes A Grand Slam production for HIT Entertainment
Press: mark.pitchford@outside-org.co.uk 0207 098 2825 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
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Milkshake! Channel 5 Last in Series Olive the Ostrich (Series 1: 46-52/52)

The adorable ostrich with the big heart and big imagination continues her brand new adventures all Christmas week on Milkshake! The first episode of the Christmas season kicks off with Olives Football Feast on Saturday 22nd. Mr Mud has to get the pitch mown before the big match between Moochester Hoofspur and Uddersfield United, but his lawnmower has broken down. On Sunday 23rd, in Olive at the Beauty Parlour, When Olive pops up at a beauty salon, the proud owner Mickey Meercat offers her a nice, relaxing pampering. But before he can begin, they hear a scream Mrs Higginbottom the hippo is stuck in her mud bath! Where has all the snow gone on Christmas Eve in Olive in the Alps? Heidi Hi tells her that there are no visitors to her family's skiing-holiday homes because all the snow has fallen on the distant mountain peaks. But when Olive hears the family yodelling, she soon has the village looking like a picture-perfect snowy Christmas card. Christmas Day finds Olive at the Cinema, where manager Steven Battenberg is behind schedule because he cant find the final scene of A Winter Wonderland. Olive tries to help by making the popcorn but she puts too much in the machine. As popcorn falls like giant puffs of snow, Olive gets a great idea Olive Joins a Street Dance Crew when she bounces up in a city on Boxing Day. The Supa Fast Feet Crews back-flipper is late for their dance contest, so Olive borrows a pump from a BMX rider and soon her trainers are pumped up until they are so super-bouncy that she can jump, flip and spin with the best. Olive the Flying Ostrich borrows a plane when she pops up at an airfield on Thursday 27th. She is trying to help a baby bird find his mum and dad, because little Barry doesn't know how to fly yet. But when Barrys family are spotted, Olive hits a snag. She doesnt know how to land Friday 28th finds Olive at the Amusement Park, where she meets Harry, a thrill-seeking hamster. Olive would love to help him, but shes too scared to ride on the Megascream rollercoaster and he's not allowed on by himself. But after trying all the other fun things at the theme park, they find themselves back at the Megascream
Olive the Ostrich
Created by Oli Hyatt Producer/director Helen Arnsten Associate Producer Daniel Isman A Blue-Zoo Production Olive the Ostrich and associated trademarks are trademarks of Blue-Zoo Productions Ltd Press: mark.pitchford@outside-org.co.uk 0207 098 2825 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
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Fireman Sam (Series 8: 25/26) (Series 6: 6/26)

Milkshake! presents brand new CGI adventures in the Welsh town of Pontypandy with Fireman Sam and his colourful cast of friends. On Christmas Eve, in Floodlights, the Joneses and the Prices are vying to win the competition for the best Christmas lights in Pontypandy. Rivalry is rife and their displays get more and more elaborate, but sparks fly when it's time for the big switch-on because no one has remembered to include the fuses! Lack of attention to safety starts another fire in Santa Overboard on Christmas Day. Norman festoons Pontypandys supermarket with so many lights that the electric sockets become overloaded while he and Dilys are out chasing after a flyaway Santa that they were trying to fix to the roof. The call-out to the fire coincides with another for the lifeboat to rescue an old man in a red coat spotted overboard in the bay
Producer Margo Marchant, Lesley Sawl Director Jerry Hibbert Executive Producers Christopher Skala A HIT Entertainment Production In association with S4C 2008 Prism Art and Design Limited Press: mark.pitchford@outside-org.co.uk 0207 098 2825 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
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Thomas & Friends

Its full steam ahead on the Island of Sodor, as the world-famous little blue engine and his pals shunt their way back onto Milkshake! with two brand new escapades for the festive season. On Christmas Day, in The Christmas Tree Express (Series 16: 20/20) Rheneas wants to go to Misty Island to find a Christmas tree. It will make a nice surprise for his friends at the Blue Mountain Quarry. But when he asks Toby to take him there, Toby is strangely reluctant. Hes a little scared; hes heard that there are strange things on Misty Island!
Producer Ian McCue Executive producers Marion Edwards, Christopher Skala The Foundation TV Productions Limited/FunnyFlux Entertainment Limited production
Thomas & Friends
Blue Mountain Mystery is a feature-length special on New Years Day, in which Thomas turns detective when he befriends a runaway engine. When the Fat Controller sends Thomas to work at the Blue Mountain Quarry, Thomas spots an engine hes never seen before trying to hide. Determined to get to the bottom of the mystery, Thomas tracks down and befriends Luke, who tells Thomas hes hiding because he did something so bad that he could be sent away from the Island of Sodor forever! Thomas doesnt believe this and sets off on a journey to discover the truth behind the story of the poor runaway engine. On the way he learns of engines brought to Sodor from faraway lands and of an accident in Brendam Docks where an engine fell into the sea. Only when Thomas has learned every piece of the story can he convince his new friend that there really is no reason to hide.
Producers Nicole Stin (Nitrogen) Ian McCue (HIT Entertainment) Executive producers Karen Barnes, Marion Edwards A HIT Entertainment Production in association with Nitrogen Studios Canada Press: mark.pitchford@outside-org.co.uk 0207 098 2825 Images: zhana.leeson@outside-org.co.uk, 020 7098 2826
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Films: 5* Saturday 22nd December Friday 4th January

The Da Vinci Code (2006) Drama based on the bestselling novel by Dan Brown. An American researcher and a beautiful French cryptologist unravel clues hidden in famous works of art and mythical locations to reveal one of Christianitys darkest secrets. At the same time, they must avoid the police and escape the clutches of the secretive upper echelons of the Church.
Director Ron Howard Starring Tom Hanks, Audrey Tautou, Ian McKellen
Maid in Manhattan (2002) Romantic comedy about a Bronx chambermaid who finds herself romantically involved with a millionaire businessman after a case of mistaken identity. The smitten maid is reluctant to correct his error but how long will it be before he discovers the truth?
Director Wayne Wang Starring Jennifer Lopez, Ralph Fiennes, Natasha Richardson
The Da Vinci Code
The Ghost of Greville Lodge (2000) Family ghost story. A teenager is invited to stay at his great uncles house, only to be plagued by strange dreams and mysterious symbols. He begins to explore the labyrinthine house and discovers locked doors that hide dark secrets relating to his great uncle and the housekeeper.
Director Niall Johnson Starring George Cole, Prunella Scales, Jon Newman
Ill Be Home for Christmas (1998) Family comedy about a selfish college boy whose struggle to make it home in time for the holidays becomes a voyage of self-discovery, teaching him the true meaning of Christmas.
Director Arlene Sanford Starring Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Jessica Biel, Adam LaVorgna
The Wicker Man (2006) Remake of the cult British thriller. A police sergeant visits a remote island off the Washington coast to search for a missing girl, but begins to fear for her safety when he finds the local community in thrall to paganism and mysterious beliefs.
Director Neil LaBute Starring Nicolas Cage, Ellen Burstyn, Kate Beahan
The Ninth Gate (1999) Supernatural thriller. Johnny Depp plays a sleazy book dealer who is hired by a wealthy bibliophile to locate the last two remaining copies of a 17thcentury occult book. As he travels from New York to Madrid and Paris, he learns that the book is rumoured to have been written by the devil and contains the key to summoning him up.
Director Roman Polanski Starring Johnny Depp, Frank Langella, Lena Olin
A Christmas Carol (1999) Star-studded adaptation of Dickenss classic tale of hope, compassion and the uplifting power of the spirit. Patrick Stewart (Star Trek: The Next Generation, X Men) plays the infamous miser Ebenezer Scrooge who despises the festive season until he is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet To Come. The mainly British cast also includes Richard E Grant and Dominic West (The Wire).
Director David Hugh Jones Starring Patrick Stewart, Richard E Grant, Bernard Lloyd, Dominic West
Home Alone 4 (2002) Third sequel in the successful family comedy franchise. A young boy decides to spend Christmas with his divorced father and soon-to-be stepmother in her high-tech mansion, only to find himself alone in the house when his old nemesis Marv attempts to break in.
Director Rod Daniel Starring Mike Weinberg, French Stewart, Jason Beghe
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Disneys The Kid (2000) Fantasy drama about a successful but unfulfilled 40-year-old whose life is turned around when he magically meets a younger version of himself. Not only is he able to give the young lad advice about his own future, but it turns out that the youngster can also help his older self to be a better person.
Director Jon Turteltaub Starring Bruce Willis, Spencer Breslin, Emily Mortimer
Constantine (2005) Supernatural action fantasy based on the cult comic book Hellblazer. An ordinary man who can see both good and evil spirits in human guise tries to kill himself when his ability becomes too much for him. He is saved from death, but must atone for his actions by becoming a guardian who banishes earthbound demons to Hell. When he meets a policewoman investigating the suspicious death of her sister, they are drawn into a desperate bid to save all humanity from evil.
Director Francis Lawrence Starring Keanu Reeves, Rachel Weisz, Shia LaBeouf
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Its a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie (2002) Seasonal Muppet movie in which Miss Piggy and the gang take on a stingy bank owner who is threatening to turn their beloved theatre into a tacky nightclub just before Christmas. As the gang face losing their precious theatre forever, Kermit wonders if he is of any use to the others. It takes an angel to show him what their lives would be like if he had never existed as the famous frog tries to make it back in time to save the theatre and put on a spectacular Christmas show.
Director Kirk R. Thatcher Starring David Arquette, Whoopi Goldberg, Joan Cusack
Mrs Miracle (2009) Drama. A widowed father of six-year-old twins struggles to cope with his family responsibilities. His life is then transformed by the arrival of a kindly housekeeper, who demonstrates miraculous skills around the house and dispenses sound advice on affairs of the heart. Based on the bestselling book by Debbie Macomber.
Director Michael Scott Starring James Van Der Beek, Doris Roberts, Erin Karpluk
Mrs Miracle 2: Miracle in Manhattan (2010) Drama. Magic and romance abound in a family-run department store in the lead-up to Christmas.
Director Michael Scott Starring Doris Roberts, Jewel Staite, Lauren Holly
Bad Santa (2003) Black comedy about an alcoholic conman who robs department stores every Christmas Eve by working as a resident Santa Claus. However, his latest plan is complicated by an unlikely romance, the unwanted suspicions of a store security chief and an improbable friendship with a lonely eight-year-old boy.
Director Terry Zwigoff Starring Billy Bob Thornton, Tony Cox, Lauren Graham
Scrooge A Christmas Carol (1951) Memorable cinematic adaptation of Dickenss classic story. Alastair Sim stars as the miser who discovers the true meaning of Christmas through his encounters with the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet To Come.
Director Brian Desmond-Hurst Starring Alastair Sim, Mervyn Johns, Kathleen Harrison
Christmas with the Kranks (2004) Yuletide family comedy. When a suburban couple decide to forgo Christmas festivities, preferring to take a cruise to the Caribbean instead, their neighbours refuse to allow such Scrooge-like behaviour. Based on a John Grisham novel.
Director Joe Roth Starring Tim Allen, Jamie Lee Curtis, Julie Gonzalo
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Little Women (1994) Adaptation of the classic Louisa May Alcott story about growing up in North America of the 1860s. The four March sisters and their mother have to fend for themselves when their father goes off to fight in the American Civil War.
Director Gillian Armstrong Starring Winona Ryder, Susan Sarandon, Gabriel Byrne
Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003) Sci-fi sequel in which a benevolent cyborg is sent from a chaotic future to protect a human resistance leader in his 20s from being destroyed by a ruthless killing machine. The man has attempted to slip into anonymity in the knowledge that his leadership will be needed in the future, as the powers that will rise are already swelling in the present day.
Director Jonathan Mostow Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Nick Stahl, Claire Danes
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Grounded: Unaccompanied Minors (2006) Festive adventure about a group of children, flying alone as unaccompanied minors, who wreak havoc in a snowed-in airport terminal after blizzards force the cancellation of their flights home.
Director Paul Feig Starring Dyllan Christopher, Lewis Black, Wilmer Valderrama
Battle of the Bulbs (2010) Seasonal comedy. Two former childhood friends who fell out over a high-school competition are reacquainted when they become neighbours. The rivalry is far from over as Christmas approaches and the pair try to outdo one another in the town's Christmas decoration contest. As their efforts get more outrageous, both of the contestants' families are drawn in, but who will win?
Director Harvey Frost Starring Matt Frewer, Daniel Stern, Allison Hossack
Jack Frost (1998) Comic fantasy. A musician, who neglects his family for his career, is tragically killed in a road accident. Reincarnated as a snowman, he tries to find a way back into his sons life.
Director Troy Miller Starring Michael Keaton, Kelly Preston, Mark Addy
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Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes (1984) Edgar Rice Burroughss tale of the wild man raised by apes in the African jungle after his explorer parents died in a shipwreck. Rediscovered by adventurers when he has grown to manhood, he is returned to the strange and unfamiliar world of the British aristocracy and discovers that despite a doting grandfather and a beautiful female admirer, civilisation can be a cruel place.
Director Hugh Hudson Starring Christopher Lambert, Andie MacDowell, Ian Holm
City Under the Sea (1965) Sci-fi adventure. The ruler of an undersea kingdom despatches some of his gillmen to kidnap a landbased woman, whom he believes to be the reincarnation of his dead wife. When the inhabitants of her remote coastal town realise she has disappeared, they send a search party beneath the waves in an effort to rescue her.
Director Jacques Tourneur Starring Vincent Price, Tab Hunter, David Tomlinson
Shoot Em Up
Shoot Em Up (2007) Fast-paced action thriller. A mysterious man saves a pregnant woman from a gunman and helps to deliver her baby. However, when the relentless gang kill the mother and continue to pursue the newborn, he resolves to protect the child and find out why he is being targeted.
Director Michael Davis Starring Clive Owen, Paul Giamatti, Monica Bellucci
A Christmas Visitor (2002) Heartwarming drama in which a grieving family, who have not celebrated Christmas in 11 years since the death of their son on Christmas Eve 1991, renew their faith in the joyful season. When a young hitchhiker turns up and spends the holiday with them, he brings some extraordinary surprises to the family, helping them to make this the most exquisite celebration of their lives.
Director Christopher Leitch Starring Reagan Pasternak, Aaron Ashmore, Meredith Baxter
Mr St Nick (2002) Comedy in which Santa decides to retire from his duties and pass the reins over to his errant son, who is not quite ready to handle his responsibilities. With Christmas only weeks away, St Nick the younger can only resist his destiny for so long.
Director Craig Zisk Starring Kelsey Grammer, Colin Cunningham, Charles Durning
Freedomland (2006) Drama starring Samuel L Jackson as a police detective who investigates when a white single mother (Julianne Moore) reports that her young son has been kidnapped by a black man from the projects. Amidst the racial tension that erupts, the detective uncovers a web of deceit that leads back to the boys mother. With Edie Falco (The Sopranos, Nurse Jackie).
Director Joe Roth Starring Samuel L Jackson, Julianne Moore, Edie Falco
Bangkok Dangerous (2008) Thriller about a cold international contract killer who travels to Bangkok for his last assignments. As retirement approaches, he makes some sloppy errors, leaving traces of his identity. He also gets emotionally involved with both the local tough, whom he has taken on as an apprentice, and a charming deaf girl who knows nothing of his secret life. Can the killer pull himself together and get out of the game alive?
Director Oxide Pang Chun Danny Pang Starring Nicolas Cage, Shahkrit Yamnarm, Charlie Yeung
Out for Justice (1991) Explosive action thriller about a maverick cops violent crusade to avenge the murder of his partner. Gino Felino is the detective with nothing to lose as he turns the streets of Brooklyn into a bloody battleground.
Director John Flynn Starring Steven Seagal, William Forsythe, Jerry Orbach
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Meet the Santas (2005) Comedy sequel to Single Santa Seeks Mrs Claus. The son of Santa Claus plans to wed on Christmas Eve shortly before taking on his fathers mantle. However, his fiancees prim and proper society mother disapproves of her choice of husband and insists on controlling every aspect of the wedding. Can Nick Claus win over his in-laws and ensure the ceremony goes smoothly?
Director Harvey Frost Starring Steve Guttenberg, Crystal Bernard, Mariette Hartley
Hitched for the Holidays (2012) Romantic comedy drama. A man and woman meet on a dating website and agree to pretend to be the others betrothed during the Christmas holiday to fool their families.
Director Michael Scott Starring Joseph Lawrence, Marilu Henner
Noel
Santa Junior (2002) Fantasy comedy. A young man struggles to find his own identity, while the fate of Christmas hangs in the balance.
Director Kevin Connor Starring Lauren Holly, George Wallace, Judd Nelson
Noel (2004) Drama in which a series of events link five disparate strangers in New York on Christmas Eve. A lonely divorcee whose elderly mother is hospitalised with Alzheimers meets a fellow hospital visitor. A woman breaks off her engagement to her jealous fiance, who in turn is pursued by a stranger convinced that he has found the reincarnation of his late wife.
Director Chazz Palminteri Starring Susan Sarandon, Penelope Cruz, Alan Arkin
Annie Claus Is Coming to Town (2011) Festive fantasy. Santas daughter takes her first trip away from the North Pole during the Christmas season hoping to find adventure and love in sunny California.
Director Kevin Connor Starring Maria Thayer, Sam Page, Vivica A Fox
The Christmas Card (2006) Uplifting drama. A soldier serving in Afghanistan is touched by an anonymous Christmas card sent by a woman in California. Upon completion of his tour of duty, he returns to the United States on a romantic mission to find the woman who wrote the card.
Director Stephen Bridgewater Starring Edward Asner, John Newton, Alice Evans
Ordinary Miracles (2005) Life-affirming family drama starring Jaclyn Smith (Charlies Angels, Rage of Angels) as a dedicated San Diego judge who takes temporary custody of a 16-year-old foster child. Despite an uneasy start to their relationship, she and the troubled teenager gradually learn to respect one another, leading to a lasting friendship.
Director Michael Switzer Starring Jaclyn Smith, Lyndsy Fonseca, Sarah Aldrich
The Road to Christmas (2006) Festive comedy drama about a high-flying fashion photographer who becomes stranded after being caught in a snow flurry on the way to her dream Christmas wedding in Aspen.
Director Mark Jean Starring Jennifer Grey, Megan Park, Clark Gregg
I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus (2001) Festive family fun based on the traditional song of the same name. After learning that his best friends parents are getting a divorce, a young boy fears for his own family. When he spies his mother kissing Santa Claus, he hatches a rescue plan. If Santa only visits good boys and girls, then he will have to start behaving very badly.
Director John Shepphird Starring Connie Sellecca, Corbin Bernsen, Dylan Sprouse
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Gunfight at Black Horse Canyon (1961) Feature-length Western based on the hit TV show Tales of Wells Fargo, about a Wells Fargo Company troubleshooter who becomes the target of an outlaw he helped send to prison.
Director RG Springsteen Starring Dale Robertson, Jack Ging, William Demarest
The Santa Suit (2010) Festive comedy. A greedy toy manufacturer sees the error of his ways when he is forced to work as a shopping mall Santa Claus following a run-in with St Nick. Stripped of his corporate power, the miserly businessman befriends the daughter of one of his workers and soon rediscovers his Christmas spirit.
Director Rob Vaughn Starring Kevin Sorbo, Jodie Dowdall, Briana DAguanno
The Gun Hawk (1963) Western about an ageing gunslinger who presides over a small town of outlaws. He befriends a hotheaded young gunman but finds his hopes of a quiet retirement shattered when the outlaws turn on him.
vDirector Edward Ludwig Starring Rory Calhoun, Rod Cameron, Ruta Lee
The Santa Incident (2010) Festive childrens drama. Santa must prepare for Christmas while stranded far from the North Pole, when his sleigh is mistaken for a UFO and he is marooned in a small town. To make sure Christmas isnt ruined this year, Santa must find a way to take flight by Christmas Eve with the help of two children.
Director Yelena Lanskaya Starring Ione Skye, Greg Germann, James Cosmo
Crazy for Christmas (2005) Festive drama. A rich old man employs a single mother to drive him around town on Christmas Eve with the sole intention of handing out money to deserving passers-by. The woman would much rather be at home with her young son, but her day takes a turn for the better when a journalist tailing the old man makes a startling discovery.
Director Eleanor Lindo Starring Andrea Roth, Howard Hesseman, Jason Spevack
Lethal Weapon 3 (1992) Further action-packed adventures with the two mismatched Los Angeles cops. Murtaugh is only days away from retirement when he and Riggs, along with officer Lorna Cole, are assigned to track down a crooked ex-cop who is supplying gangs with huge consignments of guns.
Director Richard Donner Starring Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Joe Pesci
Its Christmas, Carol! (2012) Modern re-imagining of the festive tale. Driven publishing executive Carol Huffman is visited the night before Christmas by the ghost of her former boss Eve.
Director Michael Scott Starring Olivia Cheng, Patrick Allan, Linden Banks
All I Want for Christmas (2007) Sentimental drama. A widowed mother is thrown into the national spotlight when her ten-year-old son wins an essay contest in which he expresses his desire to find her a husband. The woman soon finds herself accepting a proposal from a wealthy man she may not love.
Director Harvey Frost Starring Gail OGrady, Jimmy Jax Pinchak, Greg Germann
Trading Christmas (2011) Festive comedy drama. A widow from Oregon trades homes with a Boston Professor who is eager to finish his novel, only for their friends and family to complicate matters.
Director Michael Scott Starring Gil Bellows, Tom Cavanagh, Mike Coleman
Lethal Weapon 3
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Meet the Santas (2005) Comedy sequel to Single Santa Seeks Mrs Claus. The son of Santa Claus plans to wed on Christmas Eve shortly before taking on his fathers mantle. However, his fiancees prim and proper society mother disapproves of her choice of husband and insists on controlling every aspect of the wedding. Can Nick Claus win over his in-laws and ensure the ceremony goes smoothly?
Director Harvey Frost Starring Steve Guttenberg, Crystal Bernard, Mariette Hartley
A Carol Christmas (2003) Spirited take on the classic Christmas novel by Charles Dickens. Carol Cartman is an egomaniacal TV talk show host who is determined to destroy the festive fun in the studio. But she is given a chance for redemption when she is haunted by the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future.
Director Matthew Irmas Starring Tori Spelling, Dinah Manoff, Nina Siemaszko
A Grandpa for Christmas
A Grandpa for Christmas (2007) Sentimental comedy drama about an ageing entertainer who rebuilds a bond with his estranged family. The retired movie star is unexpectedly called upon to care for his granddaughter when his daughter is taken ill. The old star connects with the girl when she expresses a desire to appear in the school show.
Director Harvey Frost Starring Ernest Borgnine, Tracy Nelson, Juliette Goglia
Lethal Weapon (1987) All-action crime thriller in which a disturbed undercover cop recovering from his wife's death is teamed up with a detective with a stable family background to crack an underground drugs ring. The line between work and family begins to blur when the daughter of one of the cops is kidnapped by gun-toting heavies.
Director Richard Donner Starring Danny Glover, Mel Gibson, Gary Busey
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Daily Listings: Channel 5 Saturday 22nd December

06.00 Peppa Pig Daddy Gets Fit (R) (S) Animation about a lovable young pig. Daddy Pig loves to watch television but Peppa Pig thinks that he needs to do some exercise. She gives him lots of exercises to do. 06.05 Roary the Racing Car FBs Sleepover (R) (S) Animated adventures of the racing car. FB is excited about the prospect of a slumber party at the workshop. But when night draws in, he begins to get nervous. 06.15 Fifi and the Flowertots Rockabye Stingo (R) (S) Animation about a mischievous young flower girl and her garden friends. Fifi has lost Cottonsocks, her beloved toy rabbit. Could Stingo be involved? 06.25 Bert and Ernies Great Adventures Three Wishes (R) (S) Claymation. Bert and Ernie polish a lamp they find at a Persian market and out pops Gina the Genie, who offers them three wishes. 06.30 The Mr. Men Show Seashore (R) (S) Animated sketch show. Mr Quiet battles birds at the beach, Mr Stubborn gets himself and Miss Chatterbox in deep water and Miss Scary warns seashell searchers about monsters. 06.40 Olive the Ostrich Olives Football Feast (S) (HD) Animation. Mr Mud has to get the football pitch mown before the big match, but his lawnmower has broken down. (See Feature) 06.50 Abbys Flying Fairy School Magical Animal Petting Zoo (R) (S) Animation. The gang visit Puckish Petes Petting Zoo. The trainee fairies have to feed a hydra, play with a kraken then ride on a unicorn. 07.00 Roobarb and Custard Too When the Molecules Got Loose (R) (S) Animated adventures of the madcap canine inventor. Roobarb and Mouse come up with a very high-tech plan to get Custard moving. 07.10 Bananas In Pyjamas Banana Truck (R) (S) Animated series featuring the voices of Dick and Dom. Rat jumps into the driving seat after the Bananas build a truck from his junk. But Rat is not a very good driver... 07.25 Animal Antics The Water Is the Place to Be (R) (S) Derek Griffiths narrates an introduction to nature for preschoolers. The summer has arrived, and up on the moor the sheep are thirsty. 07.35 Make Way for Noddy Noddy Goes Shopping (R) (S) Childrens animated series. Noddy learns the importance of making a list. 07.50 City of Friends Winter Blunderland (R) (S) Animation. Its snowing and so Martin, Mai and Jumpi are out tobogganing. At the same time a fire has started in a warehouse. 08.00 Little Princess I Want My Sledge (R) (S) It is winter and Little Princess is enjoying playing on her old sledge, until Chef whizzes past on his shiny new one. 08.15 The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky Honey Sandwiches (R) (S) Creative animation. Corky and Bill run out of honey! 08.30 Angelina Ballerina Angelina and Pollys Big Day (S) Animation. Angelina thinks that her baby sister likes Alice more and exhausts herself trying to prove that shes the better babysitter. (See Feature) 08.45 Rupert Bear Rupert Saves Christmas (R) (S) Nutwood adventures. When Crinkle the snow elf falls from his sleigh and lands in Nutwood on Christmas Eve, Rupert and friends try and reunite him with Santa. 09.00 Ben and Hollys Little Kingdom Mrs Witch (R) (S) Nanny takes Ben and Holly to visit a witch in the forest. When Nanny is rude to the witch, she gets frozen by magic. 09.15 Tobys Travelling Circus Twin Trouble (R) (S) (HD) Model animation. When Toby asks the troupe to come up with some spectacular new acts, Li and Ling squabble and Thor uses Doloress book for a karate
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trick. 09.30 Roary the Racing Car Roary Cleans Up His Act (R) (S) Animated adventures of the cheerful racing car. A water shortage at Silver Hatch means there is no water left to run the cars or even to clean them! 09.45 Jelly Jamm Mama Mina (R) (S) 3D, CGI-animated adventures on the musical planet of Jammbo. Mina is reluctantly drawn into a mission to help a lost dodo. 10.00 TBA 10.05 Dallas Changing of the Guard (R) (S) (HD) Revival of the American soap. As the Ewings gather for a family wedding, family quarrels lead to the shock announcement that Bobby is to sell Southfork. 11.00 Once Upon a Time Pilot (R) (S) (HD) Part action fantasy, part dark contemporary drama series by Lost writers Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz. In the fairy-tale world, the Evil Queen casts a spell trapping classic characters in time in the modern town of Storybrooke, Maine. The only hope of breaking the spell rests in the daughter of Snow White and Prince Charming, who is prophesied to return on her 28th birthday... Meanwhile, in the real world, a young woman is surprised when her estranged son knocks on her door on her 28th birthday. 12.00 Once Upon a Time The Thing You Love Most (R) (S) (HD) Fantasy drama. While Regina tries to force Emma out of Storybrooke, in fairy-tale land the Evil Queen pays a terrible price to activate the Dark Curse. 12.55 TBA 14.45 TBA 16.35 TBA 18.20 TBA 20.05 5 News Weekend (S) 20.10 TBA 22.00 TBA 00.00 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming. 04.00 Michaelas Wild Challenge (R) (S) (SL) Michaela Strachan and colleagues undertake more wildlife-related dares. Michaela learns about meerkats. Ellie learns how to quench her thirst in the desert. 04.25 The Great Artists Titian (1485-1576) (R) (S) (SL) Art historian Tim Marlow looks at the work of the Venetian Tiziano Vecellio, known as Titian. 04.50 Rough Guide to Eco Escapes (R) (S) (SL) This highlights edition explores eco-friendly holidays in Morocco, Kenya and Nicaragua. 05.05 Hanas Helpline The Jealous Giraffe (R) (S) (SL) Gwenda the rangy ruminant struggles to share her best friend Ffion with anyone else. 05.15 The Milkshake! Show Weather A Crash and a Flash (R) (S) (SL) The housemates decide to spend the morning in their pyjamas as they wait for a storm to pass. 05.40 Thomas & Friends Percy at the Funfair (R) (S) (SL) When a funfair comes to the island, all the engines get to take part, except Percy. 05.50 Roary the Racing Car Tunnel Vision (R) (S) (SL) Maxi is not looking forward to the night race because he is scared of Ton-Up Tunnel on the race track.
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Daily Listings: Channel 5 Sunday 23rd December

06.00 Peppa Pig Tidying Up (R) (S) Animation about a lovable young pig. Peppa and George have to tidy their bedroom. After a frenzy of cleaning, the room is tidy but it doesnt stay that way for long. 06.05 Roary the Racing Car Hellies a Winner (R) (S) High-speed animation. Hellie wishes he could race like the cars, but when he joins them on the track he is accused of cheating. 06.15 Fifi and the Flowertots Inspector Stingo (R) (S) Animation. Fifis trowel has gone missing. Stingo launches an investigation to find the culprit. 06.25 Bert and Ernies Great Adventures Kung Fu (R) (S) Claymation. The Emperor of China has chosen Bert and Ernie to be guardians of the Royal Chrysanthemum. 06.30 The Mr Men Show Home Improvements (R) (S) Animated sketch show. Mr Grumpys new home is fit for a king, Miss Helpful rearranges Mr Bumps furniture, and Mr Rude hires Mr Stubborn to do up his house. 06.40 Olive the Ostrich Olive at the Beauty Parlour (S) (HD) Animation featuring an imaginative ostrich. Olive pops up at a beauty parlour and tries to help a meercat who has made a muddy mistake! (See Feature) 06.50 Abbys Flying Fairy School Bloggs Sense of Sludge (R) (S) Animation. CGI animation featuring the Sesame Street character Abby Cadabby. The fairies use their senses to explore water. 07.00 Roobarb and Custard Too When the Mouse Arrived for Christmas (R) (S) Animated adventures of the madcap canine inventor. The friends put on a pantomime called The Prince and the Snow Witch. 07.10 Bananas In Pyjamas Cuddlestown Record (R) (S) Animated series. When Rat gets a Cuddlestown Record for the longest tail in town, everyones so impressed they all want one too. 07.25 Animal Antics Twos Company (R) (S) Derek Griffiths narrates animal stories for preschool children. Everyone is concerned about Gordon the fox is he lonely? 07.35 Make Way for Noddy Hold On to Your Hat Noddy (R) (S) Toy Town tales. Big Ears is not happy when his chimney gets blocked. 07.50 City of Friends Snow Trouble (R) (S) Animation. Mum, Dad, Martin and Mia are out skiing. All goes well until a huge storm blows up. Meanwhile,Jumpi bumps into Max and they both slide into a shed. 08.00 Little Princess Christmas Special (R) (S) Animation based on the popular picture books. Little Princess is delighted by the snowfall, but when her Great Uncle Walter is snowed in, she rallies round to help. 08.30 Angelina Ballerina Angelinas Christmas Time (R) (S) Its Christmas and, after the end-of-term ballet, theres to be a party. But Angelina and Marco eat so many sweet treats, they get tummy ache. 08.45 Rupert Bear Rupert and the Snow Key (R) (S) Nutwood fun. Jack Frost has misplaced the key that unlocks the spring, without which winter will last forever! Will Rupert manage to find the key in time? 09.00 Ben and Hollys Little Kingdom Elf Joke Day (R) (S) Impish animation. Holly and Ben help the Wise Old Elf play a trick on Nanny Plum. She doesnt see the funny side, so decides to turn him into a giant snail! 09.15 Tobys Travelling Circus Snow Baby (S) (HD) Christmas special. When Doloress sister leaves her baby at the circus to go shopping, little Diddums is only happy in the arms of the robot strongman Thor. 09.30 Roary the Racing Car Green Eyed Roary (R) (S) Animated adventures of the cheerful racing car. When Cici is chosen as Maxis training partner, Roary becomes
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jealous of their new friendship. 09.45 Jelly Jamm Promises, Promises (R) (S) 3D CGI-animation. Bello and Goomo forget to watch over Ritas favorite doll Princess and have to get her back from the king. 10.00 TBA 10.15 Dallas Hedging Your Bets (R) (S) (HD) Revival of the American soap. As the plot to take control of Southfork is complicated by two-timing affairs and blackmail, JR starts to ask one too many questions. 11.15 Once Upon a Time Snow Falls (R) (S) (HD) Fantasy drama. In fairy-tale land, a feisty thief named Snow ambushes Prince Charming. In Storybrooke, Ms Blanchard gets a surprise reaction from a coma patient. 12.15 Once Upon a Time The Price of Gold (R) (S) (HD) Fantasy drama. Emma tries to help a pregnant woman escape from Storybrooke and Cinderella makes a regrettable deal with Rumpelstiltskin. 13.15 TBA 15.00 TBA 16.45 TBA 19.00 5 News Weekend (S) 19.05 TBA 21.00 TBA 23.00 TBA 01.15 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com. 04.00 House Doctor Hammersmith (R) (S) (SL) Series in which Ann Maurice provides homeimprovement advice for properties that are proving difficult to sell. Can a cluttered flat in Hammersmith be transformed into a streamlined pied-a-terre? 04.25 House Doctor Welton (R) (S) (SL) Series in which Ann Maurice provides home improvement advice for properties that are proving difficult to sell. A lacklustre house in Welton, near Daventry, requires a revamp. 04.50 Rough Guide to Weekend Breaks (R) (S) (SL) Travel series presented by Julia Bradbury and Toby Amies. This highlights show explores weekend breaks in Antwerp, Dublin and Tel Aviv. 05.05 Hanas Helpline The Cat and the Fiddle (R) (S) (SL) Series about a duck agony aunt who helps animals with their problems. Katy the kitten is keen to make music but she cant sing! 05.15 The Milkshake! Show Weather Beautiful Snow (R) (S) (SL) Childrens show presented by the Milkshake! team, featuring songs, stories, jokes and challenges. Shake tries to build his very first snowman. 05.40 Thomas & Friends Duncan Drops a Clanger (R) (S) (SL) Timeless TV series following the adventures of a cheeky little tank engine and his friends. Duncan hits a snag while taking the clocktower bell to be polished. 05.50 Roary the Racing Car Molecom Makes Music (R) (S) (SL) Animated adventures of the cheerful racing car, featuring the voice of Peter Kay. Molecom wishes he could be more musical like Big Chris.
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Daily Listings: Channel 5 Monday 24th December

06.00 Thomas & Friends Thomass Frosty Friend (R) (S) Timeless series following the adventures of a little tank engine. It is winter and Thomas gets a giant snowman balloon attached to his buffers. 06.10 Igam Ogam All Gone! (R) (S) Prehistoric animation. Igam Ogam is puzzled to find that the paint in the paint pools has completely disappeared. 06.20 Fireman Sam Floodlights (R) (S) Animation. The Joneses and the Prices are vying to win Pontypandys best Christmas lights contest. Rivalry is rife as their displays get more and more elaborate. 06.35 Jelly Jamm Rita Adopts a Dodo (R) (S) Animated adventures. Rita finds a dodo with a damaged foot so she takes it home and nurses it. 06.50 Peppa Pig Snow (R) (S) Pig tales. Peppa and George have fun in the snow. They make footprints, play snowballs and build a snowman. 06.55 Olive the Ostrich Olive in the Alps (S) (HD) Animation. Olive pops up in a pretty Alpine village in urgent need of some snow. (See Feature) 07.00 Little Princess I Want to Be Good (R) (S) Animated series narrated by Julian Clary. Little Princess has to be good all day if she wants to help decorate the Christmas tree. Will she make it? 07.10 Ben and Hollys Little Kingdom Snow (R) (S) Animation. Ben and Holly save the day when Mr Elf forgets to deliver the last box of toys to Father Christmas. 07.20 The Mr. Men Show Sneezes and Hiccups (R) (S) Mr Stubborn refuses to admit he has a cold and Miss Magic tries to cure Miss Daredevils hiccups. 07.35 Thomas & Friends Emilys Winter Party Special (R) (S) The Fat Controller loses his top hat and offers the Christmas present train to Emily if she finds it. 07.45 Noddy in Toyland Playtime Pirates (R) (S) Charming animation. The pirates come ashore because there is no wind to sail and they want to have fun. But they soon get up to all sorts of mischief... 08.00 Fifi and the Flowertots Fifis Frosty Morning (R) (S) Animation about a mischievous young flower girl. Fifis pipes have frozen in the cold weather. Stingo offers to help out, but does he have a hidden agenda? 08.15 Peppa Pig Fish Pond (R) (S) Animated series about a lovable little pig. Daddy Pig takes Peppa and George to visit a fish pond that he used to visit when he was a piglet. 08.25 Peppa Pig Mr Potatos Xmas Show (R) (S) Animation. Hoor-oink! Its Christmas, and Playgroup is going to the theatre to see a special performance. Some people have never been to a theatre before. 08.30 Roary the Racing Car PC Roary (R) (S) Roary helps PC Pete keep the track safe on a snowy day. 08.45 Bananas In Pyjamas The Delivery Bananas (R) (S) Animated series featuring the voices of Dick and Dom. After the Bananas see Lulu struggling with loads of shopping, they offer to become Rats delivery service. 09.00 Tickety Toc Treasure Time (R) (S) (HD) Animation. Tommy and Tallulah are organising McCogginss pile of interesting junk when a vitally important spring goes missing. 09.15 Bert and Ernies Great Adventures Pigeonia (R) (S) Claymation. Bert, Ernie and Bernice search for the Golden Pigeon of Pigeonia using a belly dancing camel and a magic carpet. 09.25 Hanas Helpline Disappearing Act (R) (S) Series about a duck agony aunt. Myrtle the turtle is shy and cannot make friends. Hana and the team help Myrtle come out of her shell. 09.35 Mist: Sheepdog Tales Ferns Forte (R) (S) When Fern overhears a whisper that she isnt pulling her weight at Borough farm, she is crestfallen. But she soon finds that her talents are needed.
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09.45 TBA 09.50 Dallas The Price You Pay (R) (S) (HD) Texan family soap. JR moves back into Southfork and takes control of the plan to buy it. As Bobby reconsiders selling, Cliff Barnes returns to make him an offer. 10.45 TBA 11.45 Once Upon a Time That Still Small Voice (R) (S) (HD) Fantasy drama series. Meet Jiminy, a reluctant pickpocket who dreams of freedom, while in Storybrooke Archie and Henry are trapped down a collapsed mine. 12.45 Once Upon a Time The Shepherd (R) (S) (HD) Fantasy drama series. A shepherd becomes a hero engaged to a haughty princess, while in Storybrooke David is torn between his wife and Mary Margaret. 13.40 Film: Mistletoe Over Manhattan (S) (See Film Guide) 15.30 Film: Lost Holiday (S) 17.15 TBA 19.00 TBA 20.00 TBA 21.00 TBA 22.00 TBA 23.05 TBA 00.10 TBA 01.10 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming. 04.00 House Doctor Camden (R) (S) (SL) Alistair Appleton and Californian interior designer Ann Maurice are in Camden, North London. 04.25 HouseBusters (R) (S) (SL) Janet Ellis and a team of new-age practitioners suggest ways in which changes to homes could positively affect the personal lives of their owners. 04.50 The Great Artists Titian (1485-1576) (R) (S) (SL) Art historian Tim Marlow looks at the work of the Venetian Tiziano Vecellio, known as Titian. 05.10 Michaelas Wild Challenge (R) (S) (SL) Michaela Strachan and colleagues undertake a range of wildlife-related dares. This episode finds the team being groomed by monkeys, flying with vultures and stealing from killers. 05.35 Michaelas Wild Challenge (R) (S) (SL) Michaela Strachan and colleagues undertake more wildlife-related dares. Michaela learns about meerkats. Ellie learns how to quench her thirst in the desert.
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Daily Listings: Channel 5 Tuesday 25th December

06.00 Thomas & Friends Merry Misty Island (R) (S) Railway adventures. Dash, Bash and Ferdinand decide to throw a Christmas party, but before long the logging locos have caused chaos on Misty Island. 06.10 Igam Ogam Im Best (R) (S) Animation charting the adventures of charming cave girl Igam Ogam and her Stone Age friends. Ruth Jones narrates. Igam Ogam thinks she is the best at everything. 06.20 Fireman Sam Santa Overboard (S) Animation. After festooning the supermarket with Christmas lights, Norman persuades Dilys to fix an inflatable Santa to the roof. (See Feature) 06.35 Jelly Jamm The Jelly Must Flow! (R) (S) Animated adventures on the musical planet of Jammbo. Goomo goes out for a jog one morning and notices something a bit strange everything has stopped moving. 06.50 Peppa Pig Ballet Lesson (R) (S) Animated series about a lovable little pig. Peppa is excited about her first ballet lesson. 06.55 Olive the Ostrich Olive at the Cinema (S) (HD) Animated fun featuring an imaginative ostrich. Olive pops up at the cinema where she tries to help a manager in movie mayhem. (See Feature) 07.00 Little Princess I Dont Want Help (R) (S) Little Princess is unhappy having everything done for her so decides to go it alone. 07.10 Ben and Hollys Little Kingdom North Pole (R) (S) The elf plane is forced to make an emergency landing en route to delivering the last batch of Christmas presents. 07.20 The Mr. Men Show Snow (R) (S) Little Miss Calamity braves the snow for a special broadcast. Elsewhere, even penguins are left shivering when Mr Stubborn refuses to turn up the heat! 07.35 Thomas & Friends The Christmas Tree Express (R) (S) CGI animation. Rheneas asks Toby to take him to Misty Island to find a Christmas tree, but Toby has heard there are strange things on Misty Island... 07.45 Noddy in Toyland Frozen Fun (R) (S) Toy Town tales. Noddy tries to find the Skittles some snow because they have never seen it before! 08.00 Fifi and the Flowertots Fifis Snowy Fun (R) (S) Animation about a young flower girl. It has snowed in Flowertot Garden and all the tots are having fun, except Primrose who is worried shell get dirty. 08.15 Peppa Pig Snowy Mountain (S) Animated series. Peppa and her friends are learning how to ski. Their teacher is a former world champion, but its Mummy Pig who impresses. (See Feature) 08.25 Peppa Pig Santas Grotto (R) (S) Pig tales. Peppa and George pay a visit to Father Christmas. Peppa asks for a very special doll as a present, but will Santa be able to deliver it to her? 08.30 Roary the Racing Car Winter Breeze (R) (S) Racing tales. Breeze is visiting the track, so she tries her best to help everyone get ready for Christmas. 08.45 Bananas In Pyjamas The Snowman (R) (S) Animation. Its Christmas and the Bananas want to make a snowman for Bernard, just like he used to have when he was a pup... if only they can find some snow! 09.00 Tickety Toc Hide and Seek Time (R) (S) (HD) Animation about twins who live in a cuckoo clock. The twins teach Pufferty how to play hide and seek, but have trouble finding him in time for Chime Time. 09.15 Mist: Sheepdog Tales MacPheresons Lament (R) (S) Childrens series charting the adventures of Mist the sheepdog. When MacPhereson the ram wanders off into the snow, Mist sets out on a mission to find him. 09.25 TBA
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09.30 Once Upon a Time The Heart is a Lonely Hunter (R) (S) (HD) Fantasy drama series. Sheriff Graham has visions of his alternative life as the Huntsman, while in Fairy Tale Land the Queen hires him to kill Snow. 10.25 TBA 14.30 Film: Trading Christmas (S) (See Film Guide) 16.15 Film: The Santa Incident(S) (See Film Guide) 18.00 TBA 19.00 TBA 20.00 TBA 21.00 TBA 22.00 TBA 00.50 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com. 04.00 House Doctor Worcester (R) (S) (SL) Home improvement series. Alistair Appleton and Californian interior designer Ann Maurice are in Worcester where the Squires are struggling to sell. Their sprawling home is crawling with clutter and they have a passion for parrots. 04.25 HouseBusters (R) (S) (SL) Janet Ellis and a team of new-age practitioners suggest ways in which changes to homes could positively affect the personal lives of their owners. 04.50 The Great Artists Bruegel (1525/30-1569) (R) (S) (SL) Series in which art historian Tim Marlow looks at the work of some of the Western worlds most famous artists. Very little is known about Pieter Bruegel the Elder, the Flemish painter of rustic peasant life who lived and worked in Antwerp and Brussels. But his enigmatic and sometimes grotesque paintings of human folly suggest a humorous man. 05.10 Michaelas Wild Challenge (R) (S) (SL) Michaela Strachan and colleagues undertake a range of wildlife-related dares. Michaela travels to South Africa to see eye to eye with an animal 500 times her size. 05.35 Michaelas Wild Challenge (R) (S) (SL) Michaela Strachan and colleagues undertake a range of wildlife-related dares. Michaela learns a special technique used to study big cats, where she will squeal like a dying pig.
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Daily Listings: Channel 5 Wednesday 26th December

06.00 Thomas & Friends Henrys Magic Box (R) (S) Railway adventures. Henry is very excited when he is asked to deliver a special box to the middle of a field. What could it contain? 06.10 Igam Ogam Again (R) (S) Prehistoric animation. The cheeky cave girl annoys her friends by making them do things over and over again! 06.20 Fireman Sam Hot and Cold Running Sniffer Dog (R) (S) CGI animation. Mike doesnt believe that Radar is a rescue dog, but he is soon proved wrong after he falls in the Whole Fish Cafe cellar. 06.35 Jelly Jamm Flower Fear (R) (S) Animated adventures on the musical planet of Jammbo. Goomo is scared of the Burst Into Song flowers. 06.50 Peppa Pig Thunderstorm (R) (S) Animation about a lovable young pig. Peppa and George get caught in a thunderstorm. 06.55 Olive the Ostrich Olive Joins a Street Dance Crew (S) (HD) Animation featuring an imaginative ostrich. Olive pops up in a city and tries to help a street dance crew get pumped up! (See Feature) 07.00 Little Princess I Dont Want Nits (R) (S) Julian Clary narrates the animated series. Little Princess is not happy when she discovers she has nits and the rest of the household are trying to avoid her! 07.10 Ben and Hollys Little Kingdom Queen Thistles Teapot (R) (S) Impish animation. Holly accidentally breaks her mums special new teapot. Can Ben help her repair it? 07.20 The Mr. Men Show Chores (R) (S) Animated sketch show. Mr Pernicketys fridge gives him the cold shoulder; Mr Happy and Mr Grumpy share lawnmowing techniques; and Mr Bump cleans the gutters. 07.35 Thomas & Friends Saltys Surprise (R) (S) CGI animated train fun. Edward just loves getting Christmas presents, but Salty says he prefers a good story. Can Edward find a gift to make Salty change his mind? 07.45 Noddy in Toyland Mothers Day for Mrs Skittle (R) (S) Charming animation. The Skittles have made a card for Mrs Skittle, but they want Noddy to help them make her a present too. 08.00 Fifi and the Flowertots Snowtime for Pip (R) (S) Animation about a mischievous young flower girl and her garden friends. All Pip wants to do is play in the snow, but there is one problem it is not snowing! 08.15 Peppa Pig Grampy Rabbit in Space (S) Animation. Grampy Rabbit loses his voice while giving Peppas playgroup a talk about space rockets. Can Doctor Brown Bear get him speaking again? (See Feature) 08.25 Peppa Pig Santas Visit (R) (S) Pig tales. Pig tales. Peppa and George wake up very early on Christmas morning has Santa delivered the presents they want? 08.30 Roary the Racing Car Hellies a Winner (R) (S) High-speed animation. Hellie wishes he could race like the cars, but when he joins them on the track he is accused of cheating. 08.45 Bananas In Pyjamas Morgans Cloud (R) (S) Animated series featuring the voices of Dick and Dom. With Morgans birthday approaching, the Bananas decide to get him one of his favourite things as a present. 09.00 Tickety Toc Veggie Time (R) (S) (HD) Animation about twins who live in a cuckoo clock. Puffertys carriages uncouple and run amok when the twins use him to help them harvest Lopsiloos vegetables. 09.15 Bert and Ernies Great Adventures Secret Agents (R) (S) Claymation featuring Bert and Ernie from Sesame Street. Bert and Ernie are secret agents whose mission is to stop Dr Nose from putting fake noses on everyone!
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09.25 Hanas Helpline Too Many Hands (R) (S) Series about a duck agony aunt. Olivia is a little octopus who feels really clumsy until Hana helps her discover that with her hands she can do six things all at once. 09.35 Mist: Sheepdog Tales Steady Eddie (R) (S) Childrens series. Mist is jealous when Jake introduces his three-month-old son, Eddie will life change now that she is no longer the puppy in the Borough pack? 09.45 TBA 09.50 DallasThe Last Hurrah (R) (S) (HD) American drama series. Bobby and Ann host their last barbecue at Southfork. Christopher delivers a calf and a pay-off. John Ross blackmails Rebecca. 10.45 Once Upon a Time Desperate Souls (R) (S) (HD) Fantasy drama series. The mayor and Mr Gold play dirty politics in the election for a new sheriff, and Rumpelstiltskin tries to save his son from being drafted. 11.40 TBA 16.10 Film: Will You Merry Me? (S) (2008, Romantic Comedy) (See Film Guide) 18.00 TBA 19.00 TBA 20.00 TBA 21.00 TBA 23.50 TBA 00.50 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com. 04.00 House Doctor Kitchens and Dining Rooms (R) (S) (SL) A compilation edition of the home improvement series. Interior designer Ann Maurice revisits some of her most striking transformations of kitchens and dining rooms. 04.25 HouseBusters (R) (S) (SL) Janet Ellis and a team of new-age practitioners suggest ways in which changes to homes could positively affect the personal lives of their owners. 04.50 The Great Artists El Greco (1541-1614) (R) (S) (SL) Series in which art historian Tim Marlow looks at the work of some of the western worlds most famous artists. Born in Crete, Domenicos Theotocopolous was dubbed El Greco and became Spains adopted son, later making Toledo his home. His style varied enormously, though there is certainly influence from the Venetian masters. His religious beliefs gradually began to dominate his work, giving it a spiritual intensity. 05.10 Michaelas Wild Challenge (R) (S) (SL) Michaela Strachan and her teammates Ellie Harrison and Jamie Crawford undertake wildlife-related dares. Michaela is challenged to be pied piper to a group of babblers. 05.35 Michaelas Wild Challenge (R) (S) (SL) Michaela Strachan and teammates undertake more wildlife-related dares. Michaela must age an elephant and Ellie has to give a necklace to a prehistoric creature.
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Daily Listings: Channel 5 Thursday 27th December

06.00 Thomas & Friends Henry Gets It Wrong (R) (S) Railway adventures. When the Sodor Wishing Tree is damaged in a storm, Henry makes every effort to prevent some woodsmen from reaching it and chopping it down. 06.10 Igam Ogam (R) (S) Animation. Igam Ogam wishes that she were bigger. 06.20 Fireman Sam Hearts on Fire (R) (S) Fun with the friendly fireman and the villagers of Pontypandy. When she goes camping with Norman and Trevor, Dilys starts a forest fire! 06.35 Jelly Jamm Radio Goomo (R) (S) Animated adventures. When Goomo finds a Wamma Jamma box full of heavy metal, he soon discovers not everyone shares his taste in music. 06.50 Peppa Pig Cleaning the Car (R) (S) Pig tales. Daddy Pig is taking everyone for a drive in the country, but the car is very muddy and Mummy insists they wash it first. 06.55 Olive the Ostrich Olive the Flying Ostrich (S) (HD) Animation featuring an imaginative ostrich. Olive pops up at an airfield and tries to help a baby bird find his mum and dad. (See Feature) 07.00 Little Princess I Want to Wear My New Shoes (R) (S) Julian Clary narrates the animated series. Little Princess gets a lovely pair of new, sparkly shoes and she really doesnt want to take them off! 07.10 Ben and Hollys Little Kingdom The Frog Princess (R) (S) Impish animation. Holly inadvertently turns Ben into a frog. The little fairy attempts to rectify her error, but things get worse and worse! 07.20 The Mr Men Show Fruit (R) (S) Animated sketch show. Mr Rude delivers fruit baskets, Mr Quiet takes a ride on Miss Daredevils juiced-up jet and Mr Bump tries running an apple sauce factory. 07.35 Thomas & Friends Thomass Crazy Day (R) (S) Railway adventures. The Fat Controller enlists Thomas to teach the silly Logging Locos how to be useful, but he has already promised to play a game with Percy... 07.45 Noddy in Toyland Noddy Gets Busy (R) (S) Charming animation. The goblins ruin Noddys fun by keeping him busy all day long. The cheeky imps swap Noddys crate of jelly mix for springs! 08.00 Fifi and the Flowertots Poppy the Line-Dancing Queen (R) (S) Animation. Poppy is having a line-dancing party, but none of the other flowertots know how to line-dance. 08.15 Peppa Pig The Olden Days (S) Animation. Mummy Pig shows Peppa and her friend Suzy Sheep some old photographs from when they were babies. (See Feature) 08.25 Peppa Pig Georges Racing Car (R) (S) Popular animated series. Its a beautiful day, but Peppa, George and Grandpa Pig are sitting inside watching the motor racing on the television! 08.30 Roary the Racing Car Cry Cold (R) (S) High-speed animation. Big Chris is feeling ill so Marsha sends him to bed. However, Chris begins to enjoy the attention a little too much... 08.45 Bananas In Pyjamas Old Porridge (R) (S) An accidental overorder leaves Rat inundated with porridge, so he comes up with an clever trick to get rid of it. 09.00 Tickety Toc Package Time (R) (S) (HD) Animation about twins who live in a cuckoo clock. The twins are asked to deliver a precious package to Madame Au Lait, but end up chasing it around Tickety Town. 09.15 Bert and Ernies Great Adventures Mountain Climbers (R) (S) Claymation featuring Bert and Ernie from Sesame Street. While climbing the Alps, Bert and Ernie meet Heidi and her rambunctious goat.
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09.25 Hanas Helpline Bubble Trouble (R) (S) Series about a duck agony aunt. Patsy is a little pig with a personal freshness problem. Hana helps her discover that bathing makes you more popular. 09.35 Mist: Sheepdog Tales Not So Swift (R) (S) Childrens series. Proud old Swift wants to prove that she is up to a challenge, but her attempt does not go well. Luckily her son Ernie turns up to save the day. 09.45 TBA 09.50 Dallas Truth and Consequences (R) (S) (HD) American drama series. Stand by for fireworks as JR reveals that he is now the new owner of Southfork. Rebecca and Christopher's marriage hits the rocks. 10.45 Rolfs Animal Clinic (R) (S) (HD) Documentary series presented by Rolf Harris. At Leahursts equine hospital, surgeon Debbie Archer is coming to the end of her shift when an emergency is rushed in. Millie, a familys pet horse, is suffering from the potentially life-threatening condition of colic. Farm practice vet Lorien Waterer also has a difficult case on her hands, dealing with two very over-excitable alpacas who are suffering from a mysterious case of flaky skin. 11.45 Once Upon a Time True North (R) (S) (HD) Fantasy drama. While Emma tries to save two homeless children from the evils of foster care, the Evil Queen coerces Hansel and Gretel into stealing a poison apple from the Blind Witch. 12.45 Film: Dear Santa (S) 14.30 Film: Santa Junior (S) (See Film Guide) 16.15 Film: Its Christmas, Carol!(S) (See Film Guide) 18.00 TBA 19.00 TBA 20.00 TBA Followed by 5 News Update 21.00 TBA 00.00 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com. 04.00 House Doctor Halls and Living Rooms (R) (S) (SL) A compliation of highlights from the home improvement series with Californian interior designer Ann Maurice. 04.25 HouseBusters (R) (S) (SL) Janet Ellis and a team of new-age practitioners suggest ways in which changes to homes could positively affect the personal lives of their owners. 04.50 The Great Artists Rubens (1577-1640) (R) (S) (SL) Series in which art historian Tim Marlow looks at the work of some of the western worlds most famous artists. This edition focuses on the highly versatile artist Peter Paul Rubens, who worked all over Europe in many genres, but is most remembered for his voluptuous female nudes, often painted within large-scale mythological allegories. 05.10 Michaelas Wild Challenge (R) (S) (SL) Michaela and teammates undertake more wildliferelated dares. Michaela tries to out-spit a cobra, Ellie has to hand-feed an eel and Jamie goes to a tiger tea party. 05.35 Michaelas Wild Challenge (R) (S) (SL) Michaela Strachan and her team undertake wildlife dares. Michaela meets some lionfish, Ellie has a dinner party with some chameleons, and Jamie meets some false killer whales.
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Daily Listings: Channel 5 Friday 28th December

06.00 Thomas & Friends Heave Ho Thomas! (R) (S) Railway adventures. When a big, brash engine called Hank offers to help Thomas with his chores, the little engine shrugs off his assistance. 06.10 Igam Ogam Bless You (R) (S) Prehistoric animation. Igam Ogam and Roly think there is a mocking monster at Echo Point. 06.20 Fireman Sam Perilous Path (R) (S) CGI animation. After Sam and Tom put up signs warning everyone about some unsafe paths near the cliffs, Norman takes Mandy in search of a golden eagle. 06.35 Jelly Jamm Royal Roommate (R) (S) Animated adventures. Bello helps the King combat his fear of the night when the Queen kicks him out of the castle due to his weird sleeping patterns. 06.50 Peppa Pig Lunch (R) (S) When the family goes to Granny and Grandpa Pigs house for dinner, George is reluctant to eat his salad. 06.55 Olive the Ostrich Olive at the Amusement Park (S) (HD) Animation featuring an imaginative ostrich. Olive pops up at an amusement park and tries to help a hamster in search of excitement! 07.00 Little Princess I Want My Snail (R) (S) Animation narrated by Julian Clary. When Little Princesss pet snail Speedy dies, she decides to give him a proper funeral so she and the household can say goodbye. 07.10 Ben and Hollys Little Kingdom The Kings Busy Day (R) (S) Impish animation. King Thistle is snowed under with royal duties. 07.20 The Mr. Men Show Radio (R) (S) Mr Grumpy wants the wireless turned off during a road trip with Mr Happy. Mr Fussy, meanwhile, cooks up trouble thanks to Miss Helpfuls radio show. 07.35 Thomas & Friends Jumping Jobi Wood (R) (S) Railway adventures. Thomas is ordered to collect some precious Jobi wood from Misty Island, but chaos ensues when Old Wheezy starts throwing the logs around. 07.45 Noddy in Toyland Tessie and the Fairy Cakes (R) (S) Charming animation. Keen to beat Mr Wobbly Man in a baking contest, Tessie uses some of Lindys special fairy baking powder to make some cakes. 08.00 Fifi and the Flowertots King Stingo (R) (S) Animation. Aunt Tulip has lost Grubby again. When Stingo finds him, he asks to be made King as a reward. 08.25 Peppa Pig Pirate Treasure (S) Animation. Pirate Peppa and her friends put together a treasure chest. But shortly after they bury it, Pedro realises that hes lost something! (See Feature) 08.25 Peppa Pig The Little Boat (R) (S) Popular animated series. Daddy Pig is left behind when everyone takes Grampy Rabbits little boat to the riverside picnic spot. 08.30 Roary the Racing Car Marshas Wonderful Life (R) (S) High-speed animation. Marsha overhears the others saying that she is too bossy. 08.45 Bananas In Pyjamas Bernards Party (R) (S) Animated series. Bernard invites all Cuddlestown to a special party. 09.00 Tickety Toc Leaf Sweeping Time (R) (S) (HD) Animation. McCogginss prototype street sweeper goes haywire when Tommy and Tallulah press a button. 09.15 Bert and Ernies Great Adventures Heroes (R) (S) Claymation. Bert and Ernie pose as Super Pigeon and Rubber Ducky Man, only to be robbed of their porridge. 09.25 Hanas Helpline The Fibbing Frog (R) (S) A duck agony aunt helps animals with their problems. Ffion the frog always tells fibs to impress her friends. 09.35 Mist: Sheepdog Tales Mists Great Challenge (R) (S) Childrens series. Mist undertakes her second sheepdog trial to locate and pen the MacPhereson sisters.
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09.45 TBA 09.50 Dallas The Enemy of My Enemy (R) (S) (HD) American drama series. John Ross has had enough of doing his father's dirty work and decides to move to Southfork. Rebecca contacts Bobby and Christopher. 10.45 Rolfs Animal Clinic (R) (S) (HD) Documentary series presented by Rolf Harris. Vet Niamh Lewis is looking after one of the latest admissions, a heavily pregnant horse called Destiny. The weight of Destinys pregnancy is causing her abdominal muscles to tear. This means that she is likely to struggle during labour. 11.45 Once Upon a Time 7:15 AM (R) (S) (HD) Mystery fantasy drama series. Snow meets the dwarves as Prince James reluctantly prepares to marry King Midas's daughter. David's wife does a pregnancy test. 12.45 Film: I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus (S) 14.30 Film: Mrs Miracle 2 (S) (See Film Guide) 16.15 Film: A Carol Christmas (S) (2003, Comedy) (See Film Guide) 18.00 TBA 19.00 TBA 20.00 TBA 21.00 The Mentalist Black Cherry (S) (HD) American crime drama. The CBI team investigates the murder of an estate agent with former gang ties, while Jane searches for leads on his new connection to Red John. (See Feature) 22.00 Castle Overkill (S) (HD) Quirky US crime drama series about a bestselling author who teams up with a young New York detective to solve murders, gaining inspiration for his books along the way. Castle finds himself competing with Detective Demming in a race to solve a murder. (See Feature) 23.00 Castle A Deadly Game (S) (HD) Quirky US crime drama series about a bestselling author who teams up with a young New York detective to solve murders, gaining inspiration for his books along the way. Castle and Beckett probe the death of a spy, but Castles jealousy of Becketts new partner complicates their work. (See Feature) 00.00 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com. 04.00 Motorsport Mundial (HD) The latest motor racing action from around the world. 04.25 Divine Designs French Connection (R) (S) (SL) Paul Binski presents the series examining some of Britains most fascinating works of religious art. He travels to Winchester Cathedral which, at over 900 years old, is a treasure house of English art. He then visits Fountains Abbey in rural Yorkshire, built by the Cistercian Monks. 04.50 The Great Artists Velazquez (1599-1640) (R) (S) (SL) Series in which art historian Tim Marlow looks at the work of some of the Western worlds most famous artists. Spanish master Diego de Silva y Velazquez was patronised exclusively by King Philip IV, and his court paintings gave a unique insight into the Spanish monarchy of that period. 05.10 Michaelas Wild Challenge (R) (S) (SL) Michaela Strachan and her teammates Ellie Harrison and Jamie Crawford undertake more wildlife-related dares. Michaela swims with a baby hippo in South Africa. 05.35 Michaelas Wild Challenge (R) (S) (SL) Michaela Strachan and her team undertake more wildlife-related dares. Michaela enlists the help of a monkey movie-maker and Ellie investigates New Zealands glow worms.
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Daily Listings: 5* Saturday 22nd December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 09.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 13.00 The Mentalist Where in the World Is Carmine OBrien? (R) (S) Crime drama series. The crime-solving team are called to investigate the death of a local decorated police officer. Lisbon has to put personal issues aside in order to crack the case. 14.00 The Mentalist Blinking Red Light (R) (S) Crime drama series. The crime-solving team are called to investigate when the San Joaquin killer, who preys on young women, claims his fifth victim. 15.00 The Mentalist Pink Tops (R) (S) Crime drama series. The crime-solving team are called to investigate when an undercover policewoman is murdered while staking out a drug dealer. 16.00 The Mentalist The Redshirt (R) (S) Crime drama series. An ex-American football star is given another shot at life after a case of mistaken identity sees his assistant murdered. 17.00 The Mentalist Fugue In Red (R) (S) American crime drama. Jane almost drowns while investigating a firemans murder and loses his memory, turning him into his old con man self. 18.00 The Mentalist Always Bet on Red (R) (S) Crime drama. The team investigates the murder of an unpopular lawyer. Meanwhile Darcy interrogates Jane regarding Red Johns involvement in a murder. 19.00 The Mentalist My Bloody Valentine (R) (S) Crime drama. While Jane investigates the killing of a crime bosss son, Van Pelt has to face up to her past when she plays a dangerous game of cat and mouse in the woods. 20.00 The Manson Family: Born to Kill? (R) (S) Series profiling the worlds most infamous serial killers and examining the people behind the crimes. What made Charles Manson the man he was? Why did so many young people fall under his spell? And how was he able to so easily convince them to slaughter innocent people without conscience? This programme asks the detectives, attorneys and psychiatrists that tried to unravel the mystery, plus former members of the cult, were Manson and his family born to kill? 21.00 TBA 23.45 TBA 00.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5* Sunday 23rd December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 09.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 13.00 Burn Notice Devil You Know (R) US drama series about an ex-spy working as a private eye. Michael is approached by his alter ego - the man who actually committed the crimes that were used to burn him. 14.00 TBA 16.00 The Mentalist Always Bet on Red (R) (S) Crime drama. The team investigates the murder of an unpopular lawyer. Meanwhile Darcy interrogates Jane regarding Red Johns involvement in a murder. 17.00 The Mentalist My Bloody Valentine (R) (S) Crime drama. While Jane investigates the killing of a crime bosss son, Van Pelt has to face up to her past when she plays a dangerous game of cat and mouse in the woods. 18.00 The Mentalist Red is the New Black (R) (S) Crime drama. Jane, Lisbon and the team investigate the murder of a fashion designer whose glamour has faded, while Darcys continuing work on the Panzer case brings Janes nemesis Red John back on the radar. 19.00 The Mentalist At First Blush (R) (S) Crime drama. As a jury retires to consider a murder case that seems to be heading for a conviction, Jane battles to prove the defendants innocence before the verdict is read out. 20.00 The Mentalist Red Sails in the Sunset (R) (S) American crime drama. With the help of Bret Stiles, Jane comes up with a complex plan to free Lorelei Martins from prison, hoping that she will lead them to Red John. 21.00 TBA 23.05 Sex and the City Big Journey (R) Sitcom about a thirtysomething writer who draws on her experience of the New York singles scene for her society column. Carrie is off to San Francisco for her book tour and tells the girls that she is desperate for sex and she might just call Big while she is there. Samantha joins her as they head west - by train. 23.50 TBA 00.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5* Monday 24th December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 09.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 13.00 Alphas Catch and Release (R) Action drama. An inventive Alpha is being hunted by the government, worried that a device she has created will fall into the wrong hands. 13.55 TBA 15.40 TBA 18.00 The Mentalist War of the Roses (R) (S) Crime drama. When a charming criminal who Jane helped convict is let out of jail to catch a killer, she tries to outwit the murderer, Jane and the CBI team. 19.00 The Mentalist His Thoughts were Red Thoughts (R) (S) Crime drama. Jane and the team cross swords with an old adversary when they investigate the murder of a strident member of the anti-cult movement. 20.00 The Hotel Inspector (R) (S) Hotelier Alex Polizzi strives to transform the fortunes of struggling guesthouses across Britain. Alex turns her attention to the Rutland Arms Hotel in Bakewell, Derbyshire. Set on the edge of the Peak District, the hotel enjoys high occupancy rates during the summer months, but poor organisation, bad reviews and an absence of visitors in the winter have pushed 68-yearold owner David to the brink of financial ruin. 21.00 TBA 23.00 TBA 00.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5* Tuesday 25th December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 09.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 13.00 Alphas Blind Spot (R) Action drama. The team bring in a scientist working on a sensitive project, unaware that they are not the only ones interested in his ideas. 14.00 Looney Tunes Gift Wrapped (S) Classic Warner Brothers animation. Sylvester and Tweety meet a new canine friend. 14.15 TBA 16.20 TBA 18.00 The Mentalist Cheap Burgundy (R) (S) Crime drama. Jane tackles the investigation into the murder of a Shakespeare fan and assists in Darcys investigation into the death of a woman. 19.00 The Mentalist Ruddy Cheeks (R) (S) Crime drama. Jane and Lisbon tackle the case of the murder of a rich man who had a matter of weeks to live. 20.00 TBA 21.00 TBA 23.45 TBA 00.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5* Wednesday 26th December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 09.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 13.00 Alphas Blind Spot Action drama. The team bring in a scientist working on a sensitive project, unaware that they are not the only ones interested in his ideas. 13.55 Malcolm in the Middle Christmas Trees (R) (S) Sitcom about a gifted boy growing up in a chaotic family. Hal and the boys get competitive when the local church starts to undercut them on Christmas tree prices. 14.25 TBA 16.10 TBA 18.00 The Mentalist Pink Champagne on Ice (R) (S) Crime drama. Jane investigates the murder of a casino security guard who was involved in plans to bankrupt his employers. 19.00 The Mentalist Somethings Rotten in Redmund (R) (S) Crime drama. Jane upstages a drama teacher when he and Lisbon investigate the murder of a popular teacher on a school campus. 20.00 The All New Gadget Show London (S) Entertainment show. Jason Bradbury and Pollyanna Woodward are in London. They start off by roaring down the Thames on a a rigid inflatable boat to test camera phones. 21.00 TBA 23.30 The Sexy Ads Show (R) Comedian Spencer Brown presents some of the sexiest, weirdest and most shocking commercials ever to be shown on television. This episode reveals how video game characters get their own back and how to avoid waking up in bed with a sheep. 00.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5* Thursday 27th December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 09.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 13.00 Alphas The Unusual Suspects Action drama. The team investigate an Alpha witha seemingly killer touch. 13.55 Malcolm in the Middle Hals Christmas Gift (R) Sitcom about a gifted boy growing up in a chaotic family. The family is broke and has to resort to making presents for Christmas. The boys make such incredible gifts that Hal resorts to fraud to get something special. 14.20 TBA 16.10 TBA 18.00 The Mentalist Ruby Slippers (R) (S) Crime drama. Jane and the CBI try to find the killer of a young man found burned to death outside a cabaret featuring female impersonators. During the investigation, they discover a list of suspects, all of whom bullied the victim. 19.00 The Mentalist So Long and Thanks for all the Red Snapper (R) (S) Crime drama. While investigating the murder of a surfer, Lisbon reconnects with her former fiance, Kenny Johnson, whom she hasn not seen in over a decade. 20.00 The Mentalist Red Sails in the Sunset (S) American crime drama. With the help of Bret Stiles, Jane comes up with a complex plan to free Lorelei Martins from prison, hoping that she will lead them to Red John. 21.00 TBA 23.00 TBA 00.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5* Friday 28th December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 09.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 13.00 Alphas Original Sin (R) Action drama. On the trail of an assassin, the team cross paths with Rosens Alpha daughter Danielle, who carries information about a major Red Flag meeting. 14.00 Looney Tunes Snow Business (S) Classic Warner Brothers animation. Sylvester and Tweety are trapped in Grannys house after a blizzard, and Granny is unable to get in to feed them. 14.10 TBA 16.15 TBA 18.00 The Mentalist Red Rover, Red Rover (R) (S) Crime drama. On the eighth anniversary of the murders of his wife and child, Jane is taunted by Red John, the serial killer he blames for their deaths. With his concentration wavering, Jane jeopardises Lisbons latest case and his position within the CBI. 19.00 The Mentalist The Crimson Hat (R) (S) Crime drama series. While Lisbon and the team look for the murderer of an unidentified victim, Jane hits rock bottom in a Las Vegas club. 20.00 TBA 21.00 TBA 23.50 TBA 00.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5USA Saturday 22nd December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 12.00 TBA 12.10 Dharma and Greg See Dharma Run Amok US sitcom about an unlikely young couple and their families. As election day approaches, Dharma begins lying to get votes. However, her conscience gets the better of her and begins attacking her health. 12.40 NCIS Hung Out to Dry (R) Drama series following the US navys dedicated federal agency. During a training exercise, a marines parachute fails to open and he crashes into a parked car where two teenagers were making out. The NCIS team heads to the scene and has to determine if the marines death was accidental or a murder. 13.40 NCIS Seadog (R) Drama series following the work of the US navys dedicated federal agency. The team investigates the death of a sailor who might have been corrupt. 14.40 NCIS The Immortals (R) (S) Drama series following the work of the US navys dedicated federal agency. The agents investigate the death of a seaman found at the bottom of the sea in his dress uniform. As they struggle to determine whether it was murder or suicide, they discover that the man was addicted to an online role-playing game. 15.40 NCIS The Curse (R) Drama series following the US navys dedicated federal agency. When the remains of a missing navy lieutenant are found, the team is called in to investigate. 16.40 TBA 18.25 TBA 21.00 TBA 23.15 TBA 01.00 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com.
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Daily Listings: 5USA Sunday 23rd December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 12.00 NCIS High Seas (R) (S) (AD) Drama series following the US navys dedicated federal agency. An NCIS agent who used to work under Gibbs asks for the teams help investigating a case where sailors on an aircraft carrier are dying of drug overdoses, but have no history of drug abuse. 13.00 NCIS Sub Rosa (R) (S) (AD) Drama series following the US navys dedicated federal agency. The discovery of a dead submariner leads Gibbs to believe that an impostor has infiltrated the vessel. The team must determine which crewman is the mole and halt his deadly plan. 14.00 NCIS Minimum Security (R) Drama series about the US navys dedicated federal agency. A sailors death from ingesting emeralds leads the agents to Guantanamo Bay, where they must thwart a terrorists plot to kill one of their own. 15.00 NCIS Marine Down (R) (S) Drama series following the US navys dedicated federal agency. When a marine widow receives a message from her dead husband, the NCIS team has to exhume the body to deduce whether the call was a prank or not. 16.00 Human Target Ilsa Pucci (R) US drama series about an expert bodyguard. A billionaire philanthropist asks for Chances help after the death of her husband. 17.00 Human Target The Wifes Tale (R) Adventure series about an expert bodyguard who fully integrates himself into the lives of people in mortal danger. Chance protects a woman who is the widow of a man he was forced to kill years before. 18.00 CSI: Miami Burned (R) Crime drama series based on the work of forensic investigators. When a young man dies in a fire, Horatio and the team suspect arson. During the investigation, Horatio is surprised to see that Yelina, his widowed sister-in-law, is back in town and working as a private investigator. Meanwhile, Wolfe is faced with a dilemma when a suspect drags the CSIs personal life into the case. 19.00 CSI: Miami Kill Switch (R) A car-jacker turns up dead hours after CCTV footage of him committing a crime is aired on television. 20.00 CSI: Miami Dead Air (R) (S) (AD) A random call from a mobile phone leads to a fraught race against time to solve a kidnapping case before it turns into a homicide. 21.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation You Kill Me (R) (S) (AD) Drama series about a team of forensic investigators in Las Vegas. Wendy and her fellow lab rats join Hodges as he presents them with a series of hypothetical murders in order to give them a chance to play CSI. Meanwhile, Catherine and the rest of the team attempt to reach out to Grissom in the wake of Saras departure. 22.00 CSI: NY Outside Man (R) (S) New York-based spin-off of the crime drama series. Danny and Aiden tackle one of the teams toughest cases yet - a multiple homicide in which employees of a Brooklyn restaurant are found shot dead with plastic bags over their heads. Mac and Stella investigate the death of a man found dead in his bed. 23.00 CSI: NY Rain (R) (S) A robbery in Chinatown goes badly awry when two of the thieves are killed in an explosion. Stellas investigation into the heist uncovers a kidnapping plot involving the bank manager - but then things are further complicated when the kidnappers ransom spot is blocked by an unannounced police drill.
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23.55 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Bodies in Motion (R) (S) (AD) Drama series about a team of forensic investigators in Las Vegas. Reunited, the team pieces together the cause of a mysterious explosion at a trailer park, how a stripper ended dead in a street wearing a shopping bag, and how two bodies turned into soup in an abandoned car. In the process, big changes for Warrick and Sofia are revealed. 00.50 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Getting Off (R) (S) (AD) A professional clown and a halfway house counsellor are found dead in different parts of the city. 01.45 Sons of Anarchy Ns (R) Gritty US drama about a violent motorcycle gang. Both the ATF and the Russians prove to be obstacles as the club looks to heal old wounds. 03.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5USA Monday 24th December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 12.00 TBA 12.30 TBA 14.15 TBA 16.00 Human Target Taking Ames (R) Adventure series about an expert bodyguard who fully integrates himself into the lives of people in mortal danger. Chase must infiltrate a gang of diamond thieves. 17.00 Human Target The Return of Baptiste (R) Adventure series about an expert bodyguard who fully integrates himself into the lives of people in mortal danger. Chance must rescue his mortal enemy from a Russian jail. 18.00 Law & Order Sideshow (R) Legal drama series. The murder of a government official uncovers a sex scandal that an over-zealous independent counsel is determined to expose, regardless of how many lives he ruins in the process. 19.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Happenstance (R) Las Vegas-based forensic drama. Twins who are unaware of each others existence are murdered in different parts of town, and the CSIs must establish the connection - if any - between the killings. 20.00 CSI: Miami Open Water (R) (S) Crime drama. A cruise ship docked in Miami is the scene of a double murder. The team investigates the long list of potential suspects and soon discovers a large amount of money is missing. 21.00 TBA 22.00 TBA 23.00 TBA 00.00 TBA 01.00 TBA 02.00 Blade: The Series Monsters (R) Fantasy drama series about a half-man, half-vampire who uses his superhuman abilities to battle the creatures of the night. Blade teams up with Agent Collins to take on the vampires. Marcus makes his move on the Purebloods. 03.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5USA Tuesday 25th December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 12.00 TBA 12.25 TBA 14.15 TBA 16.00 Human Target Dead Head (R) Adrenaline-fuelled action thriller about a San Francisco security expert and bodyguard-for-hire. Chance not only has to shield his client from a corrupt cop, he also has to discover his amnesiac clients identity. When the case attracts the attention of an old adversary, Winston is forced to ask his ex-wife for help. 17.00 Human Target (R) Adventure series about an professional bodyguard and security expert. Winston must disguise himself as Father Christmas in a mall when a family are threatened by Swedish killers. 18.00 Law & Order Harm (R) Drama series about lawyers and police. The bludgeoning of a divorce lawyer by an angry client uncovers a network of unscrupulous doctors involved in kickbacks and dangerous medical practices. 19.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Living Legend (R) Las Vegas-based forensic drama series. Roger Daltrey guest-stars as a legendary Vegas mobster with a few scores to settle. 20.00 CSI: Miami Shock (R) A young heiress is found dead in her bath while a party is in full swing. The cause of death is electrocution - a tanning lamp still connected to the mains is discovered in the water - but Horatio is certain that the victims death was not accidental. 21.00 NCIS The Bone Yard (R) Drama series about the US navys dedicated federal agency. A bombing range used for target practice by the marines is found to be the dumping ground for mafia victims, among them an undercover FBI agent. 22.00 NCIS Terminal Leave (R) (S) Gibbs and the team get into a conflict of jurisdiction with the FBI as they try to protect a high-profile naval officer from an Al-Qaeda cell. 23.00 NCIS Call of Silence (R) (S) An old war hero confesses to a murder, but Gibbs believes there is more to the story than the elderly man is letting on. 00.00 NCIS Heart Break (R) (S) The team investigates after a navy commander appears to spontaneously combust. 01.00 NCIS Forced Entry (R) (S) The team is called to investigate a marines wife when she shoots an intruder who tried to rape her. However, all is not as it first seems, and the team is led through a world of sordid internet chat rooms to face the possibility that a serial rapist is on the loose. 02.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Bang-Bang (R) (S) Las Vegas-based forensic drama. A man accused of murdering his wife and co-workers leads the CSIs on a wild ride through a busy casino, eventually barricading himself and a hostage in a hotel room. But was he acting alone, or does he have an accomplice? 03.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5USA Wednesday 26th December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 12.00 TBA 12.20 TBA 14.20 TBA 16.00 Human Target A Problem like Maria (R) Adventure series about an professional bodyguard and security expert. Chances old flame Maria returns and asks him for help protecting her from a South American dictators thugs. 17.00 Human Target Communication Breakdown (R) Chance and Ilsas plane is shot down by Hector, leaving them trapped in the jungle with a vengeful killer on their trail. 18.00 Law & Order Shield (R) American drama series about the investigation and prosecution of crime. When a police officer is shot dead, evidence leads to his obsessive cop girlfriend. 19.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Monster in the Box (R) Las Vegas-based forensic drama. Grissom is sent a miniature crime scene in a cardboard box and attempts to solve a murder before it is committed. 20.00 CSI: Miami Rampage (R) American drama series focusing on the work of the Miami forensics department. The Mala Noche trial is obstructed when the defendant goes free and the gang order a hit on Horatio. 21.00 TBA 23.00 TBA 01.15 NCIS Chained (R) (S) Drama series following the US navys dedicated federal agency. Tony goes undercover to help a prisoner escape from a military detention camp in order to recover Iraqi art worth millions of dollars. But is the nervous prisoner all that he seems? 02.15 Steven Seagal: Lawman (R) Movie star, martial-arts expert and musician Steven Seagal moonlights as a deputy sheriff in Louisiana. 02.45 TBA 03.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5USA Thursday 27th December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 12.00 TBA 12.25 TBA 14.15 TBA 16.00 Human Target Imbroglio (R) Adventure series about an professional bodyguard and security expert. A night at the opera becomes a dangerous situation when terrorists take the whole audience hostage. 17.00 Human Target Cool Hand Guerrero (R) When Guerrero is framed for murder in Louisiana, Chance and his team must help him escape jail. 18.00 Law & Order Juvenile (R) Powerful American drama about the investigation and prosecution of crime. When an influential newspaper columnist is shot outside his home, evidence suggests that it was in retaliation to a murder case that he covered nearly 20 years ago. 19.00 CSI: NY Not What It Looks Like (R) (S) New York-based spin-off of the crime drama series. When a trio of Holly Golightly lookalikes rob a jewellery store, the detectives find themselves questioning the girls involvement in the dangerous world of blood diamonds. The mummified body of a woman is found in a condemned apartment complex. Could the husband be to blame? 20.00 CSI: Miami One of Our Own (R) American drama series focusing on the work of a Miami forensics department. Horatio and Delko search Miami to bring down the Mala Noche gang once and for all. Their quest is jeopardised, however, when the FBI seizes the CSI lab with the intention of closing it for good. 21.00 TBA 23.10 NCIS Black Water (R) (S) Drama series. A $1 million reward is posted by a wealthy family for the return of a missing person, but when a bullet is found, the case turns into a murder enquiry. 00.05 NCIS Doppelgnger (R) (S) US drama about the navys dedicated federal agency. A petty officers murder is linked to a drugs ring. 01.00 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com.
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Daily Listings: 5USA Friday 28th December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 12.00 TBA 12.30 TBA 14.15 TBA 16.00 Human Target Kill Bob (R) Adventure series about an professional bodyguard and security expert. A man who was the victim of a drive-by shooting hires Chance to protect him, unaware that hes being targeted by someone very close to home. 17.00 Human Target The Trouble with Harry (R) Adventure series about an professional bodyguard and security expert. Chance is hired by the terrified wife of a deranged recluse who runs his own private hit squad. 18.00 Law & Order Tabula Rasa (R) Crime drama series. When a New York City University professor is pushed under the wheels of a subway train, the investigation leads to a man who had kidnapped his children and changed his identity 15 years ago. 19.00 CSI: NY Love Run Cold (R) (S) New York-based spin-off of the crime drama series. Danny and Lindsay investigate the death of a vodka spokeswoman dressed as an ice queen who was murdered with her sceptre at a promotional event. Mac and Stella take to the streets when they find a marathon runner killed on the track by what appears to be carbon monoxide. 20.00 CSI: Miami Complications (R) US drama series focusing on the work of the Miami forensics department. Horatio and Yelina are called to the scene when a cosmetic surgeon is found hanged, but the evidence points to something other than suicide. The CSIs turn to the doctors client list for their first suspect. 21.00 TBA 23.05 NCIS Meat Puzzle (R) (S) Drama series following a team of special agents who investigate crimes connected to Navy and Marine Corps personnel. When the dismembered bodies of a prosecutor and a sheriff are discovered, Ducky realises he may be in danger, having worked with the pair on a rape and murder case ten years earlier. 00.00 NCIS Witness (R) (S) A woman claims to have witnessed the murder of a sailor. With scant physical evidence, there is little to go on, but McGee forges ahead, sensing that there is more to the womans story than meets the eye. 01.00 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com.
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Daily Listings: Channel 5 Saturday 29th December

06.00 Peppa Pig The Playground (R) (S) Animation about a loveable young pig. Peppa and George are at the playground with their friends. Peppa loves to play on the swings but George is afraid of heights. 06.05 Roary the Racing Car Cry Cold (R) (S) High-speed animation. Big Chris is feeling ill so Marsha sends him to bed. However, Chris begins to enjoy the attention a little too much... 06.15 Fifi and the Flowertots Fifis Busy Day (R) (S) Animation. Fifi has been so busy helping everybody else that she has not had time to tidy her garden. Bumble asks the other Tots to help him tidy it as a surprise. 06.25 Bert and Ernies Great Adventures Chariot (R) (S) Claymation. Bert and Ernie are chariot racers in ancient Rome, where they must challenge Porkus Maximus and Horsus the fastest racers of all. 06.30 The Mr. Men Show (R) (S) Animated sketch show. Everyone in Dillydale seems intent on interrupting Mr Quiets relaxing bath. 06.40 Olive the Ostrich Olive the Actress (R) (S) (HD) Animation about a imaginative ostrich. Olive helps Sir Derek Jacobear when his actress co-star doesnt turn up and hes scared hell forget his lines. 06.50 Abbys Flying Fairy School Pet Day (R) (S) CGI animation featuring the Sesame Street character Abby Cadabby. Its pet day at the school and Niblet is excited! 07.00 Roobarb and Custard Too When There Was a Surprise (R) (S) Animated adventures. Roobarb builds a new computer to help him with his inventions. 07.10 Bananas In Pyjamas Bananas to the Rescue (R) (S) Animation. After saving Morgan from falling off a ladder, the Bananas look for more rescues to do. But soon, it is they themselves who need rescuing. 07.25 Animal Antics Territory Troubles (R) (S) Derek Griffiths narrates animal stories for preschool children. Down on the beach, the annual squabble over space begins. 07.35 Make Way for Noddy Toy Towns Winning Team (R) (S) Childrens animated series about Noddy and his friends in Toy Town. Mr Wobbly Man wants to play football but is no good at sport, so Noddy helps him out. 07.50 City of Friends Timbas Day Out (R) (S) Animation. Timba goes missing after getting a thorn in his paw while helping the twins search for animal footprints in Friends Forest. 08.00 Little Princess I Want My Swing (R) (S) Animated series narrated by Julian Clary. Little Princess has a brand new swing but is not allowed to use it unless an adult is around. 08.15 The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky A Day of Surprises (R) (S) Creative animation. Bill and Corky set to tidying Mrs Whistleheads cottage in preparation for the arrival of a special visitor. 08.30 Angelina Ballerina Angelinas Indian Lunchtime (S) When Marco persuades his friends to perform the Hindu epic, Ramayana, they discover that Indian song and dance is both lively and infectious. (See Feature) 08.45 Rupert Bear Rupert and the Apple River (R) (S) Animated adventures of Rupert Bear. On a hot day, Ping Pong offers to magic up some fizzy apple drink but her spell goes very wrong. 09.00 Ben and Hollys Little Kingdom King Thistles New Clothes (R) (S) Impish animation. The king comes to visit. When Nanny accidentally shrinks all of the kings clothes, she magics some more from vegetables in the kitchen. 09.15 Tobys Travelling Circus Fantastic Freddo (R) (S) (HD) Animation. Freddo would love to sing in the show, but
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he cant sing in time or in tune. 09.25 Roary the Racing Car Big Chris Forgets (R) (S) Animated adventures of the cheerful racing car. It is Marshas birthday and Big Chris is in charge of organising a surprise for her. 09.35 Jelly Jamm Super Jelly League (R) (S) Animated adventures on the musical planet of Jammbo. Can Jammboman and Sidekickman save Rita who is stranded on a ledge over Jammbo Gorge? 09.45 TBA 09.50 Dallas Collateral Damage (R) (S) (HD) Drama series. With his back to the wall, John Ross tries to turn one family member against another. A family associate is murdered, leaving everyone to wonder about the culprits identity. 10.45 Rolfs Animal Clinic (R) (S) (HD) Documentary series presented by Rolf Harris. Vet Alex and nurse Shelley are preparing for a visit from one of their favourite patients an obese bassett hound called Charlie, who has been on a strict weight loss programme for around four months. 11.45 Once Upon a Time Fruit of the Poisonous Tree (R) (S) (HD) Mystery fantasy drama series.Discover how a genie in a lamp became trapped in a mirror, and find out what happens when his Storybrooke counterpart, Sidney Glass, swaps allegiances and asks Emma to help him expose Mayor Reginas true nature. 12.45 TBA 13.45 TBA 16.15 TBA 18.00 TBA 19.00 TBA 19.55 5 News Update (S) 20.00 TBA 21.00 TBA 23.00 TBA 00.00 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com. 04.00 Michaelas Wild Challenge (R) (S) (SL) Michaela Strachan and colleagues undertake a range of wildlife-related dares. Michaela travels to South Africa to see eye to eye with an animal 500 times her size. 04.25 The Great Artists Bruegel (1525/30-1569) (R) (S) (SL) Series in which art historian Tim Marlow looks at the work of some of the Western worlds most famous artists. Very little is known about Pieter Bruegel the Elder, the Flemish painter of rustic peasant life who lived and worked in Antwerp and Brussels. 04.50 Rough Guide to Islands (R) (S) (SL) Travel series that visits top destinations around the world, presented by Julia Bradbury and Toby Amies. This highlights show features Iceland and Madagascar. 05.05 Hanas Helpline Muzzy Cant Wait (R) (S) (SL) Series about a duck agony aunt. Muzzy the mouse keeps having little accidents until Hana helps customise a special mouse-sized toilet. 05.15 The Milkshake! Show Sport Back of the Net (R) (S) (SL) Childrens show presented by the Milkshake! team. Shake is desperate to be in the school football team, but will he be picked to play? 05.40 Thomas & Friends Tobys Afternoon Off (R) (S) (SL) The adventures of a little tank engine. Toby loves to go to the farm to see the animals and he plans to spend his afternoon off doing just that. 05.50 Roary the Racing Car Roary Goes Missing (R) (S) (SL) Animated adventures of the cheerful racing car. Roary is fed up of playing by himself on the track and takes himself off on a day out causing panic at the track.
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Daily Listings: Channel 5 Sunday 30th December

06.00 Peppa Pig Daddy Puts Up a Picture (R) (S) Pig tales. Daddy Pig, Peppa and George have to fix a DIY disaster when Daddy Pig makes a hole in the wall putting up a picture. 06.05 Roary the Racing Car Marshas Wonderful Life (R) (S) High-speed animation. Marsha overhears the others saying that she is too bossy, so she decides to leave Silver Hatch. Can the others persuade her to stay? 06.15 Fifi and the Flowertots Dingaling Poppy (R) (S) Animation about a young flower girl and her friends. The Tots help Poppy learn how to ride her new trike safely. 06.25 Bert and Ernies Great Adventures Beach (R) (S) Bert and Ernie visit the beach with Bertina, Berts surfer cousin, and her hyper-competitive friend Moose. 06.30 The Mr Men Show (R) (S) Animated sketch show. Mr Grumpy wants the wireless turned off on a road trip with Mr Happy, and Mr Rude tries to buy a clock radio from Mr Scatterbrain with limited success. 06.40 Olive the Ostrich Olive the Cowgirl Ostrich (S) (HD) Animation. On a wild west cowboy ranch, Billy the goat is trying to get his bulls into the barn, but they just wont budge! Olive has an idea how to help. 06.50 Abbys Flying Fairy School Measure for Treasure (R) (S) CGI animation featuring the Sesame Street character Abby Cadabby. Captain Hook visits the school because he needs help finding his golden pirate treasure. 07.00 Roobarb and Custard Too When the Laughing Had to Stop (R) (S) Animated adventures of the mischievous canine inventor. Roobarb sets up an artists studio and paints a masterpiece portrait of Custard. 07.10 Bananas In Pyjamas Rainbows (R) (S) Animated series. Theres a big rainbow over Cuddlestown and Topsy has heard that theres treasure at the end of rainbows. Soon everyone is running about, trying to find it. 07.25 Animal Antics Theres Something Different about You (R) (S) Derek Griffiths narrates an introduction to nature for preschoolers. Spot the spotty piglet is fed up with standing out in the crowd. 07.35 Make Way for Noddy Noddy and the Bumper Monster (R) (S) Childrens animation. Martha Monkeys prank on Noddy backfires when the lamp-post she ties to his bumper comes loose and bounces along behind his car. 07.50 City of Friends Mountain Rescue (R) (S) Animation. Theres smoke at the top of Mount Friend and Martin has hurt his foot. They need Abbey and the fire crew, but can they get that far up the mountain? 08.00 Little Princess I Want to Be a Baby (R) (S) Regal animation. When her baby cousin comes to stay, Little Princess finds she is no longer the centre of attention. Perhaps she should try being a baby too? 08.15 The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky No Kidding (R) (S) Creative animation. Farmer Sam asks Bill and Corky to look after his two kids. 08.30 Angelina Ballerina Angelina, AJ and Cheesy Zee (S) Animation. The friends are planning a big surprise for AJs birthday, but his persistent hints almost disrupt all their arrangements. (See Feature) 08.45 Rupert Bear Rupert to the Rescue (R) (S) Animated adventures. Freddy and Freda borrow Ping Pongs magic book and cause trouble. 09.00 Ben and Hollys Little Kingdom The Elf School (R) (S) Impish animation. The Wise Old Elf tells Holly and Ben that no magic should be used at school. Holly finds it difficult to get by until Nanny uses magic to help her.
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09.15 Tobys Travelling Circus Tobys Hat (R) (S) (HD) Animation. When Ling accidentally flattens Tobys new hat, Thor lends him his trick top hat for the show. 09.25 Roary the Racing Car Big Chris Babysits (R) (S) Animated adventures of the cheerful racing car. Big Chris has been left in charge of the track and is keeping an eye on Roary and Cici. 09.35 Jelly Jamm Best Friends Forever (R) (S) Animated adventures. Goomo thinks Bello is his best friend. But, does Bello feel the same about him? 09.45 TBA 09.50 Dallas No Good Deed (R) (S) (HD) Glossy Texan family soap. After John Ross is arrested for the murder of Veronica and beaten up in jail, Sue Ellen compromises her principles to try to get him released. While he is inside, Vicente puts pressure on Bobby to deliver on the oil contract but Christopher thinks of a way to get him off their backs. 10.45 Rolfs Animal Clinic (R) (S) (HD) Documentary series presented by Rolf Harris. Lorien is taking a team of students to meet an unusual patient who lives in a local back garden. Rusty is a large and very friendly kunekune pig whose toenails need trimming. Equine surgeon Neil is helping Chester Zoos vet with one of their rarest creatures, an onager named Sophie who is off her food. 11.45 Once Upon a Time Skin Deep (R) (S) (HD) Fantasy drama. Mr Gold's house is burgled. Mary Margaret, Ruby and Ashley enjoy a girls' night out on Valentine's Day. 12.50 TBA 13.50 TBA 18.00 TBA 19.00 TBA 19.55 5 News Weekend 20.00 TBA 21.00 TBA 23.00 TBA 00.00 TBA 01.00 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com. 04.00 House Doctor (R) (S) (SL) Home improvement series with Californian interior designer Ann Maurice. 04.25 House Doctor Sandhurst (R) (S) (SL) Series in which Ann Maurice provides home improvement advice for properties that are proving difficult to sell. Julie wants to sell her four-bedroom semi in Sandhurst, Berkshire. 04.50 Rough Guide to Adventures (R) (S) (SL) Highlights of the travel series presented by Julia Bradbury and Toby Amies. Julias research takes her to Oman in the Middle East, while Toby ends up in the picturesque mountains of Lesotho in southern Africa. 05.05 Hanas Helpline Homesick Hywel (R) (S) (SL) Series about a duck agony aunt. Hywel the penguin longs for his old home where he could sledge every day. 05.15 The Milkshake! Show Sport Frosty Fun (R) (S) (SL) Childrens show featuring songs, stories, jokes and challenges. The boiler has broken in the Milkshake House so the gang must think of different ways to warm up. 05.40 Thomas & Friends Thomass Tricky Tree (R) (S) (SL) Timeless series. Thomas is sent to the wharf to collect a Christmas tree from Sir Handle. 05.50 Roary the Racing Car Mama Mia (R) (S) (SL) Animated adventures of the cheerful racing car. Mr Carburettor is in a panic as his mother is coming to visit and he needs everything to be perfect.
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Daily Listings: Channel 5 Monday 31st December

06.00 Thomas & Friends Tobys Special Surprise (R) (S) Railway adventures. Toby is determined to find something special on the island in order to impress Sir Topham Hatt. 06.10 Igam Ogam Faster (R) (S) Prehistoric animation. Igam Ogam and Roly make a tricycle, but Roly regrets it when his friend keeps wanting to go faster. 06.20 Fireman Sam The New Hero Next Door (R) (S) Fun with the friendly fireman and the villagers of Pontypandy. 06.35 Jelly Jamm The Tree Mystery (R) (S) Animated adventures on the musical planet of Jammbo. Goomo wakes up to think he has ruined all the Jellyberry trees when he finds them all knocked down. 06.50 Peppa Pig Camping (R) (S) Animated series about a lovable little pig. Peppa and family go camping, but soon realise that their tent is too small for everyone to fit in. 06.55 Olive the Ostrich Olive and the Mad Scientist (R) (S) (HD) Animation. Herr Combover is having no luck finding a cure for his baldness, until Olive accidentally knocks over two beakers of liquid. 07.00 Little Princess But Theyre Mine! (R) (S) Animation narrated by Julian Clary. Little Princess cant fit into her favourite clothes any more. But that doesnt mean shes ready to give them up just yet. 07.10 Ben and Hollys Little Kingdom Fun and Games (R) (S) Impish animation. Holly gets frustrated when Ben uses his elf skills to win all their games, then Ben becomes annoyed when Holly gets her own back! 07.20 The Mr. Men Show Supermarket (R) (S) Animated sketch show. Mr Bump tours a supermarket, Miss Naughty puts surprises in cereal boxes and Mr Grumpy tries to hurry through Mr Rudes checkout line. 07.35 Thomas & Friends Thomas and Scruff (R) (S) Thomas decides that it is high time new engine Scruff took a bath. But when the grubby newcomer gets wind of Thomass plan, he flees in terror! 07.45 Noddy in Toyland Double Trouble (R) (S) Charming animation. Sly and Gobbo make clones of themselves using a goblin doubler machine. With twice the number of goblins in Toyland, chaos ensues. 08.00 Fifi and the Flowertots Hide n Seek (R) (S) Animation about a young flower girl. The tots are playing hide-and-seek and the winner gets Fifis delicious jam tarts. Who will win? 08.15 Peppa Pig Mirrors (R) (S) Animated series about a little pig. George enjoys seeing his reflection in the mirror so much that he and Peppa try to find other shiny things to see themselves in. 08.25 Peppa Pig Pedro is Late (R) (S) Animated series about a lovable little pig. The playgroup is going on a trip to the museum. Everyone is on the bus ready to go, except Pedro Pony. Where is he? 08.30 Roary the Racing Car Lets Hear It for Big Chris (R) (S) High-speed animation. The cars plan a surprise evening to celebrate Big Chris being the longest-serving member of Silver Hatch. 08.45 Bananas In Pyjamas Morgans Smelly Sneakers (R) (S) Animated series featuring the voices of Dick and Dom. Morgans sneakers really pong. When Amy and Lulu complain, he moves in with the Bananas. 09.00 Tickety Toc Finding Time (R) (S) (HD) Animation. Tommy and Tallulah are cruising to victory on McCoggins treasure hunt. 09.15 Bert and Ernies Great Adventures Wild West (R) (S) Claymation featuring Bert and Ernie from Sesame Street. Bert and Ernie are a deputy and a sheriff in a wild west town.
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09.25 Hanas Helpline Brave as a Lion (R) (S) Series about a duck agony aunt who helps animals with their problems. Lee the lion cub is afraid of going to the dentist... Hana to the rescue! 09.35 Mist: Sheepdog Tales The Beast of Borough Farm (R) (S) Childrens series charting the adventures of Mist the Sheepdog. A dark monster lurks in the valley and panic is spreading amongst the Borough farm ewes. 09.45 TBA 09.50 Dallas Family Business (R) (S) (HD) American drama series. When Bobby is rushed to hospital, John Ross and Christopher bury the hatchet and decide to go into business together. JR returns and hands back the deeds to Southfork in a rare show of brotherly love. Meanwhile, Sue Ellen and Rebecca have to deal with unscrupulous men who could destroy their lives. 10.45 Rolfs Animal Clinic (R) (S) (HD) Documentary series presented by Rolf Harris. At Leahurst, vet Tim Nuttall has an unusual emergency arrive a dog called Roxy who is scratching herself to death. Farm practice vet Jo Oultram and her students are rushing to an emergency calving. A cow is struggling to give birth and Jo needs to attach ropes to the calf and pull it out. At Chester Zoo, vet Steve Unwin has brought in a specialist dentist to help him treat a chimp called Can-Can, who needs to have a couple of rotten teeth extracted. 11.45 Once Upon a Time What Happened to Frederick? (R) (S) (HD) Fantasy drama series. Prince James risks his life to restore Princess Abigail's lost love. David Nolan ends his marriage to Kathryn. 12.40 TBA 16.00 TBA 17.00 TBA 18.00 TBA 19.00 TBA 20.00 TBA 21.00 TBA 23.05 TBA 01.10 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com. 04.00 House Doctor Exteriors and Gardens (R) (S) (SL) A compilation of highlights from the home-staging series featuring Californian interior designer Ann Maurice. Focusing on a Bournemouth house with a pile of rubble instead of a wall, a conservatory that was mainly used to dry clothes, and a garden that is an overgrown death trap. 04.25 Divine Designs Glorious Gothic (R) (S) (SL) Paul Binski presents the series examining some of Britains most fascinating artefacts and works of religious art. Featuring a visit to Lincoln Cathedral, which was redesigned in the 13th century, and Wells Cathedral. 04.50 Great Artists Rembrandt (R) (S) (SL) Series in which art historian Tim Marlow looks at the work of some of the Western worlds most famous artists. The Dutch painter and draftsman Harmenszoon Van Rijn Rembrandt is a giant in the history of art. His portraits and self-portraits exhibited a profound penetration of character using luxuriant brushwork. 05.10 Michaelas Wild Challenge (R) (S) (SL) More wildlife-related dares. Michaela chooses her favourite moments from the series. Ellie and Jamie face three challenges in New Zealand. 05.35 Nicks Quest Anaconda (R) (S) (SL) Naturalist Nick Baker comes face to face with some of the worlds most fascinating, rare and endangered animals. Nick travels to the remote Venezuelan region of Llanos to find the worlds largest snake.
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Daily Listings: Channel 5 Tuesday 1st January

06.00 Thomas & Friends Excellent Emily (R) (S) Railway adventures. Success goes to straight to Emilys head after the Fat Controller praises her. But she soon runs into trouble when she is given a big job to do. 06.10 Igam Ogam Catch (R) (S) Prehistoric animation. Igam Ogam tries to teach her friends how to play catch. 06.20 Fireman Sam Best Foot Forward (R) (S) Norman accidentally traps his foot in some rocks while out collecting mussels on the beach. With the tide rising, Sam must find a way to free him quickly. 06.35 Jelly Jamm Inventor Bello (R) (S) Animated adventures. Bello meddles with Minas latest creation, a giant robot for changing light bulbs. 06.50 Peppa Pig Sleepy Princess (R) (S) Animated series about a lovable little pig. Its bedtime but Peppa is not sleepy, so Daddy Pig tells Peppa and George a story about a pretty princess and a dinosaur! 06.55 Olive the Ostrich Olive and the High Diving Competition (S) (HD) Olive surfaces at a swimming pool, where she meets a high-diving elephant with no head for heights! 07.00 Little Princess I Want My Sledge (R) (S) Animation. It is winter and Little Princess is enjoying playing on her old sledge, until Chef whizzes past on his shiny new one. 07.10 Ben and Hollys Little Kingdom King Thistle Is Not Well (R) (S) Impish animation. King Thistle has a cold. The little friends have fun collecting the ingredients for a magic potion to make him better. 07.20 The Mr. Men Show Getting Around (R) (S) Colourful animated sketch show. Mr Nervous takes a terrifying taxi ride and Mr Scatterbrain provides an unusual mode of public transportation. 07.35 Thomas & Friends O the Indignity (R) (S) Railway adventures. Gordon is horrified to be put in charge of Whiffs Waste Dump for the day. 07.45 Noddy in Toyland Noddy and the Lighthouse (R) (S) Noddy, Tessie and Lindy are playing volleyball on the beach with the mermaids when a badly aimed ball breaks the bulb of the lighthouse! 08.00 Fifi and the Flowertots My Friend Fifi (R) (S) Animation about a young flower girl. Fifi and Bumble fall out in a big way after Fifi doesnt show up for the picnic they are supposed to have together. 08.15 Peppa Pig Garden Games (R) (S) Animated series about a little pig. Peppa and Suzy have nothing to do, so Daddy Pig finds an old box of garden games. But not all the games are easy for George. 08.25 Peppa Pig Going Boating (R) (S) Animated series about a lovable little pig. When all the families have a boat race at the lake, Daddy Pig soon regrets picking a boat with pedals. 08.30 Roary the Racing Car Funny Business (R) (S) Racing animation. Big Chris receives a mysterious parcel. The cars are intrigued to find out what is in it. 08.45 Bananas In Pyjamas The Trickisaurus (R) (S) Animated series featuring the voices of Dick and Dom. When Topsy tells a fib, the whole town goes on the hunt for a monster that doesnt exist. 09.00 Tickety Toc Exercise Time (R) (S) (HD) Animation about twins who live in a cuckoo clock. The twins decide that everyone must get active and turn Tickety town into a boot camp. 09.15 Thomas & Friends Blue Mountain Mystery (S) Animation. In a feature-length special, Thomas turns detective when he befriends a runaway engine at the Blue Mountain Quarry. (See Feature) 10.15 TBA
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10.20 Dallas Revelations (R) (S) (HD) Revival of the glossy American soap. As secrets are exposed and enemies are revealed, Christopher and Elena learn that not everyone is who they appear to be, including the people closest to them. JRs most bitter enemy finally shows his hand. 11.20 Rolfs Animal Clinic (R) (S) (HD) Documentary series presented by Rolf Harris. Farm practice vet Helen is faced with a huge patient with an even bigger problem a bull who is suffering from a massively infected abscess on his rear end. Billy the Yorkshire terrier is attending the radiotherapy clinic at the small animal hospital. Farm vet Jo gets up close and personal with a herd of yaks. The yaks need their feet trimming, but getting them to stand still for long enough is more of a challenge than anyone had bargained for. 12.20 Once Upon a Time Dreamy (R) (S) (HD) Mystery fantasy series. Find out how Dreamy became Grumpy after falling in love with a fairy, while over in Storybrooke, Emma investigates Kathryns mysterious disappearance and Leroy the town drunk falls for a klutzy nun with the same face as a beloved, clumsy fairy. 13.20 TBA 16.50 TBA 19.00 TBA Followed by 5 News Update 20.00 TBA Followed by 5 News Update 21.00 TBA 23.05 TBA 01.00 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com. 04.00 House Doctor Bedrooms and Bathrooms (R) (S) (SL) A compilation of highlights from the home improvement series. 04.25 Divine Designs Patrons and Saints (R) (S) (SL) Featuring a look at the two great rival cathedrals of England York and Canterbury. 04.50 Great Artists Vermeer (1632-1675) (R) (S) (SL) Tim Marlow looks at the work of Vermeer. 05.10 Nicks Quest Great White Shark (R) (S) (SL) Nick swims with the great white shark, the most feared predator on the planet. 05.35 Nicks Quest Vampire Bats (R) (S) (SL) Nick travels to Costa Rica in search of increasingly rare wild vampire bats.
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Daily Listings: Channel 5 Wednesday 2nd January

06.00 Thomas & Friends Party Surprise (R) (S) Train tales. Freddie decides to organize a party at the wharf instead of at Mr Percivals house so that Colin the Crane can join in but forgets to tell Mr Percival! 06.10 Igam Ogam My Turn (R) (S) Igam Ogam can never wait her turn! 06.20 Fireman Sam Baa Baa Baby (R) (S) Everyone mistakes Lambikins for a real baby when Sarah wraps up Woollys new lamb for a walk in the pram after the boiler in the Wholefish Cafe breaks down. 06.35 Jelly Jamm Bello Sound Detective (R) (S) Animated adventures. Bello and Goomo are determined to solve the mystery of who is stealing the Queens song fruit from the royal garden. Everyones a suspect. 06.50 Peppa Pig The Tree House (R) (S) Animated series about a loveable little pig. Grandpa Pig has a surprise for Peppa and George a beautiful tree house in his garden. 06.55 Olive the Ostrich Olive the Artist Ostrich (R) (S) (HD) Animation about an imaginative ostrich. Vincent van Gulls colour paints are missing, but Olive uses the telescope on a sculpture to find them. 07.00 Little Princess I Want a Shop (R) (S) Julian Clary narrates an animation based on the muchloved picture books. Little Princess decides to set up her own shop and searches the castle for things to sell. 07.10 Ben and Hollys Little Kingdom The Lost Egg (R) (S) Impish animation. Ben, Holly and Gaston find a large egg in the meadow. When a tiny chick hatches, the friends must find the mummy bird. 07.20 The Mr Men Show Cinema (R) (S) Colourful animated sketch show. Mr Grumpy gets stuck next to Miss Chatterbox at the movies and Mr Strong and crew hunt for pirate treasure. 07.35 Thomas & Friends Jitters and Japes (R) (S) Thomas is given the job of escorting the Fat Controllers mother, Dowager Hatt, on a tour of Sodor. 07.45 Noddy in Toyland Fetch, Bumpy, Fetch (R) (S) Charming animation. Bumpy wakes up early and wants Noddy to play fetch, but Noddy still wants to sleep. 08.00 Fifi and the Flowertots Digglys Big Adventure (R) (S) Animation about a young flower girl. Fifi gives Diggly a guided tour of the garden after he complains he is bored of the compost heap. 08.15 Peppa Pig Mr Bull in a China Shop (R) (S) Animation. While enjoying a tea break, Mr Bull accidentally breaks his delicate teapot. He takes the pieces to Miss Rabbit in the hope that she can mend it. 08.25 Peppa Pig Fruit (R) (S) Animated series about a lovable little pig. Miss Rabbit gives George a special dinosaur fruit smoothie to make him big and strong. 08.30 Roary the Racing Car Nick Solves the Case (R) (S) Animated adventures of the cheerful racing car, featuring the voice of Peter Kay. PC Pete has been called upon to investigate the case of some missing fuel. But where is Nick? 08.45 Bananas In Pyjamas The Little Bird (R) (S) Animated series featuring the voices of Dick and Dom. The Bananas are looking after the Teddies new pet bird. But it escapes out of the window... 09.00 Tickety Toc Bubble Time (R) (S) (HD) When Hopparoo bursts their bubbles with his sharp ears, the twins use McCoggins extra-strong bubble mixture and blow a bubble so huge that it engulfs them. 09.15 Bert and Ernies Great Adventures Penguin (R) (S) Claymation featuring Bert and Ernie from Sesame Street. In Antarctica, Bert and Ernie find themselves befriended by a bossy penguin who enlists Bert to be Daddy Penguin.
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09.25 Hanas Helpline Storm Brewing (R) (S) Series about a duck agony aunt who helps animals with their problems. Muzzy the mouse is scared of thunderstorms and asks for Hanas help. 09.35 Mist: Sheepdog Tales Drake Expectations (R) (S) Childrens series about Mist the Sheepdog. When a tree falls into their pond, the ducks waddle to Mists yard in search of help and find a flood. 09.50 TBA 10.20 TBA 11.25 TBA 12.25 5 News Lunchtime (S) National and international news. 12.30 The Mentalist Redemption (R) (S) Drama series following the work of CBI consultant Patrick Jane. A woman accused of stealing $1million from her place of work turns up dead. In order to catch the killer, Jane employs some typically dubious tactics. Elsewhere, a messy result in another case sees Lisbon and the team kicked off the Red John investigation. 13.30 Film: Reversible Errors (S) (2004, Drama) (See Film Guide) 17.00 5 News at 5 (S) National and international news. 17.30 TBA 18.30 5 News (S) National and international news. 19.00 TBA Followed by 5 News Update 20.00 TBA Followed by 5 News at 9 21.00 TBA 22.50 TBA 00.35 TBA 01.05 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com. 04.00 House Doctor Edinburgh (R) (S) (SL) Home improvement series. Californian interior designer Ann Maurice and Alistair Appleton tackle a huge pink mansion in Edinburgh. 04.25 Divine Designs The Art of Damnation (R) (S) (SL) Paul Binski examines some of Britains most fascinating religious artworks and artefacts. Paul looks at how church art moved on from the grotesque gargoyles of the 14th century to the more sophisticated stainedglass art of the 15th century. 04.50 Great Artists Turner (1775-1851) (R) (S) (SL) Series in which art historian Tim Marlow looks at the work of some of the Western worlds most famous artists. The great British artist Joseph Turner was one of those rare breed of painters who was successful and acclaimed in his own lifetime. He was exhibited at the Royal Academy by the tender age of 15, and had his own studio by 18. 05.10 Nicks Quest Giant River Otter (R) (S) (SL) Nick Baker travels to Karanambo in Guyana where he finds out about efforts to conserve the giant river otter. 05.35 Nicks Quest Giant Turtles (R) (S) (SL) Wildlife documentary in which Nick Baker visits Playa Grande in Costa Rica, where the worlds largest reptiles come ashore to lay their eggs. He meets Dr Richard Reina, who is leading a project for the conservation of the giant turtle.
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Daily Listings: Channel 5 Thursday 3rd January

06.00 Thomas & Friends Saved You! (R) (S) When a fireman is to be presented with a medal for bravery, Thomas decides to be a hero too. He tries to prove himself but causes havoc wherever he goes. 06.10 Igam Ogam Wasnt Me (R) (S) Prehistoric animation. Igam Ogam paints a cave painting of herself that springs to life and creates mischief - but who will get the blame? 06.20 Fireman Sam Mothers Little Helper (R) (S) Its washing day in Pontypandy, but Norman overloads his machine and Mike forgets to turn off his iron when he is called out to fix it. 06.35 Jelly Jamm Rita Loses Princess (R) (S) Animated adventures.Rita Loses Princess. Wherever can her best friend be? She searches Jammbo in a frantic frenzy, but Princess is nowhere to be found. 06.50 Peppa Pig Fancy Dress Party (R) (S) Animated series. Peppa and George have a fancy-dress party and all their friends are invited. Peppa dresses as a fairy princess and George as a scary dinosaur. 06.55 Olive the Ostrich Olive Plays Hockey (R) (S) (HD) Animated series about an imaginative ostrich. Olive pitches up at a hockey match, but Shawn Curlytail has forgotten to bring the sticks and balls. 07.00 Little Princess Its Sports Day (R) (S) Julian Clary narrates an animation based on the picture books. Its sports day at the castle, but the Princess is unhappy to be in a team with Scruff and the Admiral. 07.10 Ben and Hollys Little Kingdom The Elf Games (R) (S) Ben is in training for the elf games. Holly wants to join in but the rules state theres no flying or magic allowed. 07.20 The Mr Men Show Skyscraper (R) (S) Colourful animated sketch show. Mr Bump has some problems washing windows with Mr Strong and Miss Chatterbox and Miss Whoops deconstruct a building. 07.35 Thomas & Friends Gordon and Ferdinand (R) (S) The Fat Controller gives Ferdinand the honour of helping Gordon take the Lion of Sodor to the summerhouse. 07.45 Noddy in Toyland The Other Jelly Genius (R) (S) Toy Town tales. After a few jelly-making lessons, Whiz proves to be so talented that Mr Wobbly Man takes a holiday from the Jelly Bowl. 08.00 Fifi and the Flowertots Pips Playground (R) (S) Animation. Pip is feeling bored and wants something new to play. Fifi asks all the Tots to help her build a playground for Pip as a surprise. 08.15 Peppa Pig Georges Balloon (R) (S) Animated series about a lovable little pig. Little George finds it difficult to keep hold of his big dinosaur balloon. Who can stop it from flying off to the moon? 08.25 Peppa Pig Peppas Circus (R) (S) Animated series about a lovable little pig. When Grandpa Pig puts up a tent in his garden, Peppa and her friends put on a circus. 08.30 Roary the Racing Car Simply the Best (R) (S) Molecom is grateful to Plugger for rescuing him after yet another of Flashs pranks, but Plugger is soon frustrated by Molecoms attempts to help. 08.45 Bananas In Pyjamas The Holiday (R) (S) Animated series featuring the voices of Dick and Dom. The Teddies have horrible colds and are too snotty to go on holiday, so the Bananas do their best to help them. 09.00 Tickety Toc (R) (S) (HD) Animation about twins who live in a cuckoo clock. Tommy and Tallulah try to impress Hopparoo by dressing up in crazy costumes. 09.15 Bert and Ernies Great Adventures Invisible (R) (S) Claymation. A day at a friends house turns into a big adventure when Bert and Ernie are asked to keep an eye on a special little girl.
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09.25 Hanas Helpline Unwanted Gift (R) (S) Series about a duck agony aunt who helps animals with their problems. Patsy the piglet wants to swap her baby brother for something better. 09.35 Mist: Sheepdog Tales Little Orphan Aggie (R) (S) Childrens series about a sheepdog. When Mist and Ernie rescue a tiny orphan lamb, Old Swift jumps at the chance to mother the baby back to strength. 09.50 TBA 10.20 TBA 11.25 TBA 12.25 5 News Lunchtime (R) (S) National and international news. 12.30 The Mentalist Scarlet Letter (R) (S) Crime drama series. A young intern at Californias state capitol is found dead at the bottom of a ravine. Evidence places the womans stepbrother in the frame for murder, but Jane suspects that the crime was politically motivated. Elsewhere, Jane offers Bosco some words of warning about Red John. 13.30 TBA 13.35 TBA 15.20 Film: Jane Doe: Ties That Bind (S) (2007, Murder Mystery) (See Film Guide) 17.00 5 News at 5 (S) National and international news. 17.30 TBA 18.30 5 News at 5 (S) National and international news. 19.00 TBA Followed by 5 News Update 20.00 TBA Followed by 5 News Update 21.00 TBA 22.00 TBA 23.00 TBA 00.00 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com. 04.00 House Doctor Portishead (R) (S) (SL) Home improvement series. Californian interior designer Ann Maurice and Alistair Appleton tackle a bungalow in Portishead, Bristol. 04.25 Divine Designs The Painted Churches (R) (S) (SL) Paul Binski examines some of Britains most fascinating religious artworks and artefacts. In this edition, he visits churches in Oxfordshire and Norfolk in search of ecclesiastical wall paintings dating back to before the Reformation, when most paintings of this type were whitewashed. 04.50 Michaelas Wild Challenge (R) (S) (SL) Michaela Strachan presents a series in which she undertakes a range of wildlife-related dares in exotic locations. Michaela visits some Ugandan mountain gorillas. 05.10 Nicks Quest Gorilla (R) (S) (SL) Wildlife documentary in which Nick Baker heads out into Ugandas impenetrable Bwindi Forest for an encounter with a troop of mountain gorillas, now driven to the edge of extinction. 05.35 Nicks Quest Crocodiles (R) (S) (SL) Roving naturalist Nick Baker journeys around the world in search of endangered species. In this programme, he is in Venezuela on the trail of the Orinoco crocodile.
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Daily Listings: Channel 5 Friday 4th January

06.00 Thomas & Friends Duncan and the Hot Air Balloon (R) (S) Railway adventures. Duncan feels hurt when, instead of a train ride, Mr Percival decides to take the twins for a birthday trip in a hot-air balloon. 06.10 Igam Ogam One, Two, Three (R) (S) Prehistoric animation. Igam Ogam tries to teach Roly how to count. 06.20 Fireman Sam Cat Magic (R) (S) Animation. Sarah, James and Bronwyn are so busy making wishes by the wishing well in the woods that nobody notices Lion the cat has fallen in! 06.35 Jelly Jamm Queen Rita (R) (S) Animation. Rita takes over the Queens duties when she goes on vacation, but power soon goes to her head. 06.50 Peppa Pig Museum (R) (S) Animation about a lovable young pig. Peppa and her family visit the museum. Peppa likes the Kings and Queens room, whereas Georges favourite is the dinosaur room. 06.55 Olive the Ostrich Olive the Mariachi Ostrich (R) (S) (HD) Animation featuring an imaginative ostrich. Olive helps a desert snake whose tail has stopped rattling. 07.00 Little Princess I Want to Be a Pirate (R) (S) Julian Clary narrates an animation based on the picture books. Little Princess decides to be a pirate, but is unhappy when she is told to do her chores. 07.10 Ben and Hollys Little Kingdom Nanny Plums Lesson (R) (S) Impish animation. Nanny Plum teaches the girls some important fairy rules. However, when she is blown away, Ben, Holly and Gaston come to her rescue. 07.20 The Mr. Men Show Clocks (R) (S) Colourful animated sketch show. Mr Grumpy gets a new alarm clock from Miss Helpful and Mr Quiet tries to sleep at Mr Noisys house. 07.35 Thomas & Friends Toby and Dash (R) (S) Bash enjoys himself so much on Sodor that Toby thinks his friend would like to live there. Together, the pair set out to find the perfect new home. 07.45 Noddy in Toyland The Skittles and the Boomerang (R) (S) Toy Town tales. Noddy teaches the Skittles how to throw a boomerang. 08.00 Fifi and the Flowertots Mud Sculptures (R) (S) Animation. It has been raining and the garden is muddy. The Tots decide to make mud sculptures. But what will they all do with the sculptures when they are finished? 08.15 Peppa Pig Fish Pond (R) (S) Animated series about a lovable little pig. Daddy Pig takes Peppa and George to visit a fish pond that he used to visit when he was a piglet. 08.25 Peppa Pig Pirate Treasure (R) (S) Animation. Pirate Peppa and her friends put together a treasure chest. But shortly after they bury it, Pedro realises that hes lost something! 08.30 Roary the Racing Car Cici Wins the Day (R) (S) Racing animation. Cici is fed up with never winning and decides not to take part in the race that day. Can Roary persuade her to change her mind? 08.45 Bananas In Pyjamas The Art Show (R) (S) Animated series featuring the voices of Dick and Dom. Rat holds an art show, but the Bananas accidentally break Lulus sculpture for it. They want to mend it. 09.00 Tickety Toc Make a Pot Time (R) (S) (HD) Animation about twins who live in a cuckoo clock. Madame Au Lait is teaching the twins pottery, but they accidentally smash her magnificent cow pot. 09.15 Bert and Ernies Great Adventures Piano Movers (R) (S) Claymation. Bert and Ernie attempt to shift a very grand piano up the stairs of Ostrich Ladys mansion. Of course, this is much easier said than done!
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09.25 Hanas Helpline High and Seek (R) (S) Series about a duck agony aunt who helps animals with their problems. Gwenda the giraffe tells Hana that she is terrible at hide-and-seek because she is just too tall. 09.35 Mist: Sheepdog Tales Pride and Joyce (R) (S) Childrens series charting the adventures of Mist the Sheepdog. Joyce the ducks eggs hatch into five adventurous ducklings. 09.50 TBA 10.20 TBA 11.25 TBA 12.25 5 News Lunchtime (S) National and international news. 12.30 The Mentalist Red Badge (R) (S) Crime drama following the work of a CBI consultant. When a convicted child molester turns up dead near CBI HQ, Lisbon finds herself at the centre of a murder investigation. Though initially insistent that she is not the killer, the agent begins to doubt her own innocence when she realises that she can remember nothing of the night in question. 13.30 Film: Tornado Warning (S) (2002, Disaster) (See Film Guide) 15.15 Film: Frozen Impact (S) (2002, Disaster) (See Film Guide) 17.00 5 News at 5 (S) National and international news. 17.30 TBA 18.30 5 News (S) National and international news. 19.00 TBA Followed by 5 News Update 20.00 TBA Followed by 5 News Update 21.00 TBA 22.00 TBA 23.00 TBA 00.15 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com. 04.00 Motorsport Mundial (HD) The latest motor racing action from around the world. 04.25 Divine Designs The World Turned Upside Down (R) (S) (SL) Paul Binski presents the series examining Britains religious art. He contrasts the lavish chapel at Kings College, Cambridge with much simpler postReformation churches in Little Gidding and Leighton Bromswold. 04.50 Michaelas Wild Challenge (R) (S) (SL) Michaela Strachan undertakes a range of wildliferelated dares. Michaela follows in a camels footsteps and survives on a crocodile-infested island. 05.10 Nicks Quest Elephants (R) (S) (SL) Nick Baker finds out how the elephants of Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda survived the ivory trade that decimated their population. 05.35 Wildlife SOS (R) (S) Documentary series about the work of dedicated animal lovers who save injured and orphaned wild animals brought into their sanctuary.
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Daily Listings: 5* Saturday 29th December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 09.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 13.00 TBA 13.10 Burn Notice Out of the Fire (R) (S) US drama series. Michaels enemy Brennen and former friend Larry team up to pressure Michael into killing some government agents. 14.10 The Mentalist The Red Glass Bead (R) (S) American crime drama. While Jane searches for Loreleis connection to Red John, the CBI team works with the FBI to investigate the murder of a hotel employee. 15.10 The Mentalist Devils Cherry (R) (S) American crime drama. While the team investigates the murder of a diamond cutter, Jane meets a girl who claims to be Charlottes daughter. 16.10 TBA 17.10 TBA 20.00 TBA 21.00 TBA 22.00 TBA 23.00 TBA 00.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5* Sunday 30th December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 09.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 13.00 The Mentalist Not One Red Cent (R) (S) American crime drama. Jane and the CBI team try to find the killer of a bank employee who was murdered during a heist. 14.00 The Mentalist Blood Feud (R) (S) American crime drama. The CBI team investigate a homicide that could reignite a vicious gang war. Rigsby is reunited with his estranged criminal father. 15.00 The Mentalist Red Dawn (R) (S) American crime drama. The story of Janes first meeting with Lisbon and the rest of the CBI team and his first day of work. 16.00 The Mentalist Cherry Picked (R) (S) American crime drama. The team investigates the abduction of a married couple whose identity in unclear. Meanwhile, Jane continues his search for Lorelei. 17.00 The Mentalist If It Bleeds, It Leads (R) (S) American crime drama. Jane and the CBI team investigate a billionaire playboy after a news reporter is suffocated after her car plunged down a mountainside. 18.00 The Mentalist Red Sails in the Sunset (R) (S) American crime drama. With the help of Bret Stiles, Jane comes up with a complex plan to free Lorelei Martins from prison, hoping that she will lead them to Red John. 19.00 The Mentalist Black Cherry (R) (S) American crime drama. The CBI team investigates the murder of an estate agent with former gang ties, while Jane searches for leads on Red John. 20.00 TBA. 21.00 TBA 22.00 TBA 23.00 TBA 00.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5* Monday 31st December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 09.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 13.00 Burn Notice Last Stand (R) US drama series. Michaels actions cause Vaughn to come to Miami with a tactical assault team. With little hope of survival, Michael, Jesse and Fiona make their last stand in an abandoned construction site. 14.00 Malcolm in the Middle Loiss Birthday (R) (S) Family sitcom about a gifted boy growing up in a chaotic family. When the boys demolish Loiss meagre hopes for a happy birthday, she runs away from home. 14.30 TBA 16.25 TBA 18.20 TBA 20.00 TBA 21.00 TBA 22.00 TBA. 23.00 TBA 00.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5* Tuesday 1st January

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 09.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 13.00 Chuck Pilot (R) Pilot of the US series about an endearingly geeky electronics store worker who becomes a spy when he downloads government secrets into his brain. 14.00 Burn Notice Pilot, Part 1 (R) US drama. Secret agent Michael Westen is issued a burn notice while on assignment in Nigeria, letting him know his services are no longer required. Dumped in his Miami home with no money or resources, he agrees to help a man accused of an art theft. 15.00 Worlds Strongest Man 2012 Heat 1 (S) The 35th running of the international strongman competition from the grounds of the Commerce Casino in Los Angeles. Englands Jack McIntosh returns for his second WSM finals but the young man from the Lake District faces a very tough test against two-time champion Zydrunas Savickas and 2008 runner-up, Derek Poundstone. 16.00 Worlds Strongest Man 2012 (S) The 35th running of the international strongman competition from the grounds of the Commerce Casino in Los Angeles. Ed Hall makes his WSM debut in heat two against another formidable line-up. Hafthor Bjornsson, the 6 10 giant from Iceland and the 30stone Mike Jenkins from the USA will provide the toughest of tests for the man from Staffordshire. 17.00 Worlds Strongest Man 2012 (S) The 35th running of the international strongman competition from the grounds of the Commerce Casino in Los Angeles. Time for another British debutant to take the stage in Los Angeles as World Strongest Man continues with Group 3. Kents Chris Gearing faces the test of his life as he takes on reigning champion Brian Shaw and a host of top level international strongmen. Prepare for more brutal tests of strength particularly in the arm over arm pull. 18.00 Worlds Strongest Man 2012 (S) The 35th running of the international strongman competition from the grounds of the Commerce Casino in Los Angeles. Britains young guns continue their challenge for the Worlds Strongest Man title. This heat features Graham Hicks from Morecombe. The 27-yearold faces some classic tests of strength including the Loading Race, Keg Toss and Atlas Stones from the beaches and theme parks Los Angeles. 19.00 Worlds Strongest Man 2012 (S) The 35th running of the international strongman competition from the grounds of the Commerce Casino in Los Angeles. Britains most successful strongman of recent years, Terry Hollands, begins his campaign for the title of Worlds Strongest Man in heat five. The giant from Dartford, Kent has twice placed third in the final, can he go one or two places better in Los Angeles. 20.00 Alphas Gods Eye (R) Action drama series. The team learn when Parish is planning to execute his master plan and race against time to stop him achieving his goal. Kat threatens to walk out on everything. 21.00 TBA 23.30 The Sexy Ads Show (R) Comedian Spencer Brown presents some of the sexiest, weirdest and most shocking commercials ever to be shown on television. 00.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5* Wednesday 2nd January

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 09.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 13.00 Chuck Chuck vs the Helicopter (R) US comedy series about an endearingly geeky electronics store worker who becomes a spy when he accidentally downloads government secrets into his brain. A doctor examines Chuck in order to assess the possibility of removing the information. However, when the scientist is assassinated shortly afterwards, Chuck finds himself suspecting both Casey and Sarah of working for the enemy. 13.55 Malcolm in the Middle Convention (R) (S) Sitcom about a gifted boy. While Hal and Lois attend a convention, Malcolm and Reese compete with Dewey for a cute babysitters attention. 14.25 TBA 17.00 Once Upon a Time Pilot (R) (S) (HD) Part action fantasy, part dark contemporary drama series by Lost writers Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz. In the fairy-tale world, the Evil Queen casts a spell trapping classic characters in time in the modern town of Storybrooke, Maine. The only hope of breaking the spell rests in the daughter of Snow White and Prince Charming, who is prophesied to return on her 28th birthday... Meanwhile, in the real world, a young woman is surprised when her estranged son knocks on her door on her 28th birthday. 18.00 TBA 20.00 Worlds Strongest Man 2012 Final (S) The 35th running of the international strongman competition from the grounds of the Commerce Casino in Los Angeles. Ten men have earned the right to battle for the title of Worlds Strongest Man, among them Englands Terry Hollands. He faces one of the toughest line-ups in the contests 35 year history, though. Reigning champion Once again Brian Shaw and twotime champion Zydrunas Savickas will be favourites but any one from ten could be crowned the champion. 21.00 TBA 00.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5* Thursday 3rd January

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 09.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 13.00 Chuck Chuck vs the Tango (R) US drama series about an electronics store worker who becomes a spy when he accidentally downloads government secrets into his brain. Sarah and Casey need Chuck to lead them to a deadly arms dealer whom only he can identify. However, the mission threatens Chucks chances of impressing Big Mike and getting a longawaited promotion. 14.00 Burn Notice Pilot - Part 2 (R) US drama about a spy-turned-private detective. Westen comes to the aid of Cuban caretaker Javier, who is accused of orchestrating a theft worth millions from his wealthy boss. Elsewhere, Westen tackles his violent, drug-dealing neighbour and attends to the demands of his needy mother. 15.00 Malcolm in the Middle Loiss Birthday (R) (S) Family sitcom about a gifted boy growing up in a chaotic family. When the boys demolish Loiss meagre hopes for a happy birthday, she runs away from home. 15.30 Malcolm in the Middle Dinner Out (R) (S) Sitcom about a gifted boy growing up in a chaotic family. When the straitlaced Kenarbans host a dinner party, Francis makes the mistake of inviting local girls to a bash at Marlin Academy. 16.00 Malcolm in the Middle Casino (R) (S) Sitcom about a gifted boy growing up in a chaotic family. When the family takes a holiday at a casino, Hal is banned from gambling and takes Malcolm and Reese on an ill-fated trek into the desert. 16.30 Malcolm in the Middle Convention (R) (S) Sitcom about a gifted boy growing up in a chaotic family. While Hal and Lois attend a convention, Malcolm and Reese compete with Dewey for a cute babysitters attention. 17.00 Once Upon a Time The Thing You Love Most (R) (S) Fantasy drama series. While Regina does everything in her power to force Emma out of Storybrooke in the real world, in fairy-tale land the Evil Queen finds she must pay a terrible price to activate the Dark Curse. 18.00 TBA 18.15 TBA 20.00 The Mentalist Black Cherry (R) (S) American crime drama. The CBI team investigates the murder of an estate agent with former gang ties, while Jane searches for leads on his new connection to Red John. 21.00 TBA 23.15 TBA 00.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5* Friday 4th January

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 09.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 13.00 Chuck Chuck vs the Wookiee (R) US drama series about an electronics store worker who becomes a spy when he accidentally downloads government secrets into his brain. Chuck has to steal a million-dollar diamond from a Malibu mansion. 14.00 Burn Notice Identity (R) (S) US drama about a spy-turned-private detective. Michael Westen continues his investigation into why his career was suddenly ended. He discovers that his mother Madeline has been interrogated by two mysterious men. However, she refuses to reveal all until Michael agrees to do her a favour in return. 15.00 Malcolm in the Middle Christmas Trees (R) (S) Sitcom about a gifted boy growing up in a chaotic family. Hal and the boys get competitive when the local church starts to undercut them on Christmas tree prices. 15.30 Malcolm in the Middle Hals Christmas Gift (R) Sitcom about a gifted boy growing up in a chaotic family. The family is broke and has to resort to making presents for Christmas. The boys make such incredible gifts that Hal resorts to fraud to get something special. 16.00 Malcolm in the Middle Casino (R) (S) Sitcom about a gifted boy growing up in a chaotic family. When the family takes a holiday at a casino, Hal is banned from gambling and takes Malcolm and Reese on an ill-fated trek into the desert. 16.30 Malcolm in the Middle Convention (R) (S) Sitcom about a gifted boy. While Hal and Lois attend a convention, Malcolm and Reese compete with Dewey for a cute babysitters attention. 17.00 Once Upon a Time Snow Falls (R) (S) Fantasy drama series set in two dimensions: the fairytale realm and a contemporary New England town. Meet a feisty thief named Snow and see what happens when she first meets Prince Charming in a neat subversion of the original fairy tale. Meanwhile in the contemporary town of Storybrooke, meek and mild hospital visitor Mary Margaret Blanchard gets a surprise reaction when she reads a fairy tale to a handsome patient in a coma... 18.00 Malcolm in the Middle Loiss Birthday (R) (S) Family sitcom about a gifted boy growing up in a chaotic family. When the boys demolish Loiss meagre hopes for a happy birthday, she runs away from home. 18.30 Malcolm in the Middle Dinner Out (R) (S) Sitcom about a gifted boy growing up in a chaotic family. When the straitlaced Kenarbans host a dinner party, Francis makes the mistake of inviting local girls to a bash at Marlin Academy. 19.00 TBA 21.00 TBA 00.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5USA Saturday 29th December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 12.00 NCIS Caught on Tape (R) Drama series following a team of special agents who investigate crimes connected to Navy and Marine Corps personnel. A dead marine is discovered at the bottom of a cliff whilst on a camping trip with his wife and best friend, who had been having an affair. 13.00 NCIS An Eye for an Eye (R) Gibbs and the team try to find the mystery sender of a set of eyeballs that are mailed to an officers home. 14.00 NCIS Bikini Wax (R) A female petty officer is found dead at a local bikini contest, prompting the team to investigate. 15.00 NCIS Red Cell (R) Gibbs and the team find themselves heading back to college when the body of a marine in an officer training programme is found on campus. 16.00 NCIS Hometown Hero (R) (S) (AD) A young marine killed in Iraq is suspected of involvement in the murder of a young girl. When her body is found amongst his belongings, the case looks closed but Gibbs believes the dead soldier is innocent. 17.00 NCIS SWAK (R) (S) (AD) The team is put into quarantine after Tony opens a letter containing a mysterious powder. 18.00 NCIS Twilight (R) The team struggles to locate a terrorist who is on a mission to kill Gibbs, but the assassin is already preparing a contingency plan that threatens the life of another NCIS agent. 19.00 CSI: NY Til Death Do We Part (R) (S) New York-based spin-off of the crime drama series. Mac and Danny investigate the mysterious death of a bride moments before her wedding. Stella, Aiden and Detective Flack discover the handless body of an ex-con at a Staten Island monastery that is rumoured to be haunted by the ghosts of monks once murdered there. 20.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation The Theory of Everything (R) Drama series about a team of forensic investigators in Las Vegas. A shocking event during an attempted arrest leads the CSIs to a series of bizarre deaths across the city, involving green blood, squirrels and some toxic tuna. 21.00 TBA 22.50 NCIS Pop Life (R) (S) Drama series following a team of special agents who investigate crimes connected to Navy and Marine Corps personnel. A barman wakes up to find the girl he went home with lying dead beside him. To confuse matters further, he claims that the girl lying next to him was not the girl he originally took home. 23.50 NCIS Conspiracy Theory (R) (S) The investigation into what appears to be a suicide develops into a murder hunt when it is found that the victim, an officer, was involved in a love triangle. 00.50 TBA 01.00 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com.
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Daily Listings: 5USA Sunday 30th December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 12.00 TBA 12.10 NCIS SWAK (R) (S) (AD) Drama series following a team of special agents who investigate crimes connected to Navy and Marine Corps personnel. The team is put into quarantine after Tony opens a letter containing a mysterious powder. 13.10 Human Target Marshall Pucci (R) Adventure series about an professional bodyguard and security expert. Chance and Ilsa are pursued by the killers who murdered Ilsas husband. 14.10 TBA 16.05 TBA 18.00 CSI: NY Open and Shut (R) (S) (AD) New York-based spin-off of the crime drama series. A young hotel employee falls to her death from a rooftop after she becomes embroiled in a deal with a scheming top model. Stella investigates a self-defence case where a woman shot her husbands business associate - and possible murderer - in her apartment. 19.00 CSI: NY Murder Sings the Blues (R) (S) When a young woman dressed from head-to-toe in blue is found dead in the subway after a rave, Mac is summoned from a night at the opera to process the scene. Across town, a famous bachelor is found dead in his swim gym. 20.00 CSI: Miami Witness to Murder (R) US drama series focusing on the work of the Miami forensics department. Horatio and the team investigate when a businessman is shot dead in an apparent road rage incident. Alexx, Speedle and Delko follow up the case of a missing body and uncover a deadly family secret along the way. 21.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Cockroaches (R) (S) (AD) Drama series about a team of forensic investigators in Las Vegas. After a police chase results in the discovery of two bodies, the ensuing investigation uncovers dark goings-on at a mob-owned strip club. Warrick crosses the line when he gets involved with one of the dancers. 22.00 CSI: NY Three Generations Are Enough (R) (S) New York-based spin-off of the crime drama series. The team investigates when a lone briefcases contents are traced back to a missing stockbroker, who disappeared after investigating another brokers illegal trade. Stella takes on the case of a pregnant counsellor found dead near the church where she worked. 23.00 CSI: NY Officer Blue (R) (S) When a mounted New York City police officer is shot off his horse, Detective Mac Taylor and the team comb the city for suspects. 00.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Shooting Stars (R) (S) (AD) Las Vegas-based forensic drama. The CSI team investigates after a cult commits mass suicide during a meteor shower. Nick confronts his demons after being buried alive. 01.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation XX (R) (S) (AD) The team investigates when a womans body is found underneath a bus due to transport women from a correctional facility, while Grissom probes the murder of a man who suffered multiple stab wounds. 02.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Bad to the Bone (R) (S) A man is beaten to death, leading Grissoms team towards a psychotic killer. 03.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5USA Monday 31st December

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 12.00 TBA 12.10 TBA 14.00 TBA 16.00 NCIS The Bone Yard (R) (S) (AD) Drama series about the US navys dedicated federal agency. A bombing range used for target practice by the marines is found to be the dumping ground for mafia victims, among them an undercover FBI agent. 17.00 NCIS Terminal Leave (R) (S) Gibbs and the team get into a conflict of jurisdiction with the FBI as they try to protect a high-profile naval officer from an Al-Qaeda cell. 18.00 Law & Order Empire (R) Crime series. When a millionaire businessman is killed by a fatal dose of a sexual performance-enhancing drug, the introduction of a key witness in the case puts Curtis in a compromising position. Julia Roberts guest stars in this episode. 19.00 CSI: Miami Golden Parachute (R) (S) American drama series focusing on the work of the Miami forensics department. The CSI unit work on a jet crash in the Everglades. Things fail to add up when a female victim is found five miles from the site and the sole survivor tells the investigators that the dead woman opened a hatch to commit suicide. 20.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Down the Drain (R) (S) (AD) Forensic drama series set in Las Vegas. After a flash flood, drains clogged with human bones lead Catherine and Warrick underground, where they find themselves in a compromising situation. An untimely explosion jeopardises the safety of the CSI team. 21.00 TBA 22.00 TBA 23.00 TBA 00.00 TBA 01.00 TBA 02.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Way to Go (R) (S) (AD) Las Vegas-based forensic drama. Brass struggles for his life after being shot in the chest. Meanwhile, the team investigates the murders of a decapitated victim with a civil war obsession, and a man who killed himself by partying too hard. 03.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5USA Tuesday 1st January

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 12.00 TBA 12.25 TBA 14.10 TBA 16.00 NCIS Call of Silence (R) (S) Drama series about the federal agency who investigate crimes connected to US Navy and Marines personnel. An old war hero confesses to a murder, but Gibbs believes there is more to the story than the elderly man is letting on. 17.00 NCIS Heart Break (R) The team investigates after a navy commander appears to spontaneously combust. 18.00 Law & Order Ambitious (R) Drama series. The son of a powerful mob boss makes moves to take over as head of his family, and McCoy sets out to stop him before he can come into power. 19.00 CSI: Miami Breathless (R) (S) American drama series focusing on the work of the Miami forensics department. Horatio, Calleigh and Speedle investigate the death of an exotic dancer found dead after a sex party, while Eric and Megan look into the death of a diver. 20.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Harvest (R) (S) (AD) American drama series centring on a team of forensic investigators in Las Vegas. Vegas is on amber alert as the CSI team races to find a missing 12-year-old girl. 21.00 TBA 23.20 TBA 01.35 TBA 02.35 TBA 03.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5USA Wednesday 2nd January

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 12.00 TBA 12.25 TBA 14.10 TBA 16.00 NCIS Forced Entry (R) Drama series following the US navys dedicated federal agency. The team is called to investigate a marines wife when she shoots an intruder who tried to rape her. However, all is not as it first seems, and the team is led through a world of sordid internet chat rooms to face the possibility that a serial rapist is on the loose. 17.00 NCIS Chained (R) Tony goes undercover to help a prisoner escape from a military detention camp in order to recover Iraqi art worth millions of dollars. But is the nervous prisoner all that he seems? 18.00 Law and Order Admissions (R) American drama series about the investigation and prosecution of crime. When a graduate student is murdered on campus, her brilliant and bad-tempered maths professor is the prime suspect. 19.00 CSI: Miami Kill Zone (R) (S) American drama series focusing on the work of the Miami forensics department. A sniper starts firing on victims during the rush hour and at first, Horatio and the team dont have much to go on. 20.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Crows Feet (R) (S) (AD) Forensic drama series set in Las Vegas. Catherine and Nick investigate the deaths of two women who underwent the same unorthodox anti-ageing procedure. An apparent case of accidental poisoning turns out to be more than meets the eye. 21.00 TBA 22.00 TBA 23.00 CSI: NY Zoo York (R) (S) (AD) New York-based spin-off of the crime drama series. It is mayhem at the Bronx Zoo as Mac, Danny and new CSI Lindsay Monroe look into the death of a man thrown to the tigers. Stella and Hawkes are called in to find an elegantly dressed young woman dead on a carousel, and the investigation leads from Central Park to Park Avenue in search of her killer. 00.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Built to Kill, Part 1 (R) (S) (AD) Las Vegas-based forensic drama. The CSIs find themselves immersed in the theatrical mystery of the famous Cirque du Soleil after an anonymous corpse falls from the rafters. Warrick and Sara investigate an apparent suicide at a party. Brass gets his Medal of Valor after coming close to losing his life, and Catherine becomes the victim of a date-rape. 01.00 TBA 02.00 TBA 03.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping.
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Daily Listings: 5USA Thursday 3rd January

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 12.00 TBA 12.35 TBA 14.20 TBA 16.00 NCIS Black Water (R) Crime drama series following the work of the US navys federal agency. A $1 million reward is posted by a wealthy family for the return of a missing person. When a bullet is found, the case turns into a murder enquiry. 17.00 NCIS Doppelgnger (R) (S) Crime drama series about the work of the US navys dedicated federal agency. A petty officers murder is linked to a drugs ring. 18.00 Law & Order Refuge, Part 1 (R) (S) Drama series. The discovery of a body in a car boot puts the detectives on the trail of a money-laundering operation controlled by ruthless Russian gangsters. 19.00 CSI: Miami Camp Fear (R) (S) (AD) American drama series focusing on the work of the Miami forensics department. The team investigates the death of a model whose body was found near a juvenile detention camp for girls. And Delko and Speedle probe the death of a man who apparently burned from the inside. 20.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Whats Eating Gilbert Grissom? (R) (S) (AD) Las Vegas-based forensic drama series. The killer from earlier episode The Execution of Catherine Willows returns with deadly results. The entire team is engaged in a race against time to stop this sadistic killer from succeeding again. Grissom is additionally distraught by the idea that this killer is smarter than he is. 21.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Bang-Bang (R) (S) (AD) A man accused of murdering his wife and co-workers leads the CSIs on a wild ride through a busy casino, eventually barricading himself and a hostage in a hotel room. But was he acting alone, or does he have an accomplice? 22.00 TBA 23.00 TBA 00.00 CSI: NY Veritas (R) (S) (AD) New York-based spin-off of the crime drama series. The CSIs embark on a citywide hunt for a violent bank robber who has left a trail of destruction in his wake after fleeing the scene of an audacious heist. 01.00 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com.
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Daily Listings: 5USA Friday 4th January

06.00 Teleshopping Teleshopping. 12.00 TBA 12.35 TBA 14.15 TBA 16.00 NCIS Witness (R) Drama series following a team of special agents who investigate crimes connected to Navy and Marine Corps personnel. A woman claims to have witnessed the murder of a sailor. With scant physical evidence, there is little to go on, but McGee forges ahead, sensing that there is more to the womans story than meets the eye. 17.00 NCIS Caught on Tape (R) Drama series following a team of special agents who investigate crimes connected to Navy and Marine Corps personnel. A dead marine is discovered at the bottom of a cliff whilst on a camping trip with his wife and best friend, who had been having an affair. 18.00 Law & Order Refuge, Part 2 (R) Drama series. McCoys zeal to bring down the Russian mafia takes him all the way to the United States Supreme Court, defying a direct order from Schiff. 19.00 CSI: Miami Entrance Wound (R) (S) Crime drama series focusing on the work of the Miami forensics department. Horatio and Speedle investigate the death of a prostitute whose body was found in a plush beachside cottage. Calleigh and Delko probe the murder of a German tourist in an apparent carjacking. 20.00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Formalities (R) (S) (AD) Crime drama series focusing on the work of the Las Vegas forensics department. Grissom is called to a murder of a 17-year-old in a casino penthouse, and is joined in his research by Sophia Curtis, who normally works the day shift. The entire team becomes involved when it is discovered that a kidnapping took place along with the murder. 21.00 CSI: Miami Shattered (R) (S) (AD) Crime drama series focusing on the work of the Miami forensics department. When a drug lord is gunned down at his mansion, the prime suspect claims that he sells marijuana to Delko, prompting Internal Affairs to launch an investigation. Elsewhere, Calleigh makes a major decision concerning her job. 22.00 TBA 23.45 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Built to Kill, Part 2 (R) (S) (AD) Las Vegas-based forensic drama. Grissom and Sara attempt to solve the mystery behind the miniature crime scene, which leads them into the sordid world of rock music. Catherine is involved in a car accident, and Lindsey is kidnapped from the passenger seat. Catherine realises that she and her daughter are the victims of her fathers crooked business ventures. 00.45 TBA 01.00 SuperCasino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. For more information and to register visit www.SuperCasino.com.
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