December 18th 2024.
It's that time of year again - Christmas is here! And with the holiday season comes the chaos of disrupted TV schedules. As you sit down to plan your festive viewing, you may be wondering when your favorite soaps will be airing. Well, wonder no more, because we've got all the scoop on when and where you can catch your beloved characters on the small screen.
Both the BBC and ITV are pulling out all the stops this Christmas, with a jam-packed television menu that is sure to keep you entertained. From the highly-anticipated finale of Gavin and Stacey, to the return of the classic 80s gameshow Bullseye, and a new installment of the beloved Wallace & Gromit series - there's something for everyone. However, this also means that some of your regular shows, like Coronation Street, Emmerdale, and EastEnders, will be airing at different times than usual - with some, like Neighbours, not airing at all. And don't forget, there's a special edition of Casualty to look forward to, although it won't be airing on the big day.
If you're a fan of Hollyoaks, you're in for a treat as well. The show is dropping six episodes in the lead up to Christmas, so you'll have plenty of drama to keep you occupied. And don't worry, we've got all the details on when and where to tune in. Consider it an early present from us to you!
Let's start with Coronation Street. On Christmas Eve, you can expect a shorter episode at the later time of 8:45pm. But don't worry, on Christmas Day, we're being treated to a full hour at 7pm. Unfortunately, there won't be an episode on Boxing Day, as ITV makes way for The Masked Singer instead. So make sure you tune in and catch all the Christmas drama in Weatherfield.
The residents of Coronation Street are in for an emotional day as they say goodbye to Gail Rodwell after 50 years on the show. Gail's set to tie the knot with her boyfriend Jesse Chadwick on Christmas Day, but with all the ups and downs in their relationship, there's sure to be a few hurdles along the way. And as if that wasn't enough, the return of a familiar face - Richard Hillman, who met a watery end 21 years ago - is sure to shake things up. Plus, with Shona and David Platt's marriage on the rocks due to lies and secrets, Leanne Battersby seeking revenge, and Daniel Osbourne's proposal to Bethany Platt, there's no shortage of drama in store this Christmas on Coronation Street.
Moving on to Emmerdale, on Christmas Eve, we'll get a half-hour episode at 7pm, followed by another half-hour episode on Christmas Day at 6:30pm. Unlike Coronation Street, there will be an episode on Boxing Day at 6:30pm as well. So make sure you don't miss out on all the drama in the village.
This Christmas on Emmerdale, there will be plenty of drama at Home Farm as Kim Tate and her husband Will Taylor prepare to renew their vows. But with Will secretly working to bring Kim down, will she discover the truth? Belle King is set for a happier year after a tumultuous time with her abusive husband Tom. And as she reunites with her beloved dog Piper, who she thought was dead, get ready to shed some tears. Plus, April Windsor continues to push boundaries, leaving her dad Marlon Dingle with a shocking surprise on Christmas Day.
And finally, we come to EastEnders - the soap that has divided fan opinion with its Christmas Day schedule. On Christmas Eve, there will be an extended episode airing for 45 minutes at 7:30pm on BBC One. Then on Christmas Day, the show will return to its tradition of airing two separate episodes. The first will air at 7:25pm, with the second airing two and a half hours later at 10:30pm. And on Boxing Day, we'll see the fallout from Albert Square at 8:30pm.
This Christmas on EastEnders, get ready for some explosive drama as the Knight and Beale families are torn apart when Cindy's affair with Junior is exposed. With Denise Fox receiving an unexpected gift and ghosts from Christmas past returning to haunt the square, it's sure to be an unforgettable holiday for the residents of Albert Square. We can't wait to see what happens!
So there you have it, all the details on when and where you can catch your favorite soaps this Christmas. From all of us at Metro, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and happy viewing!
Christmas is finally here! As we all know, the holiday season can bring about some chaos and confusion, especially when it comes to our favorite TV shows. But fear not, because we have all the information you need to plan your soap-watching schedule. The BBC and ITV have a lot in store for us this Christmas, including the highly-anticipated finale of Gavin and Stacey, the return of the classic game show Bullseye, and a new episode of the beloved Wallace & Gromit. With so much to look forward to, it's no wonder that some shows, like Neighbours, won't be airing at all.
But don't worry, we've got you covered. Here at Metro, we've got all the juicy details on when and where to catch your favorite soaps. Consider it an early present from us to you! So let's get into it, shall we?
First up, when can we expect to see Coronation Street over the Christmas period? Well, on Christmas Eve, we'll be treated to a shorter, half-hour episode at the later time of 8:45pm. But don't worry, we'll make up for it on Christmas Day with a full hour episode at 7pm. Unfortunately, there will be no episode on Boxing Day as ITV makes way for The Masked Singer instead.
But what can we expect to see on Coronation Street this Christmas? Well, get ready for an emotional rollercoaster as the residents say goodbye to Gail Rodwell after 50 years on the show. And it looks like she might finally tie the knot with her boyfriend Jesse Chadwick on Christmas Day, but we all know there will be some bumps along the way. Plus, Brian Capron is back as Richard Hillman, even though his character met his demise 21 years ago. What role will he play in the Christmas celebrations? We can't wait to find out!
And that's not all. Shona and David Platt's marriage is on the rocks after his lies about her son and her affair with Kit Green. And Leanne Battersby is out for revenge, Carla Connor's relationship with Lisa Swain is revealed, and Daniel Osbourne proposes to Bethany Platt, but is also torn by his feelings for his ex-fiancée Daisy Midgley. It's going to be a Christmas to remember on Coronation Street!
Now, let's talk about Emmerdale. This Christmas, we'll be taking a half-hour trip to the village on Christmas Eve at 7pm. And on Christmas Day, we'll tune in a little earlier at 6:30pm. Unlike Coronation Street, there will be an episode on Boxing Day at 6:30pm.
So what's in store for Emmerdale fans this Christmas? Well, drama is brewing at Home Farm as Kim Tate and Will Taylor prepare to renew their vows, but will Kim discover Will's true intentions? And Belle King's life is about to take a happier turn as she is reunited with her dog, Piper, who she thought was dead. But be prepared for some tears along the way. And April Windsor continues to cause chaos, leading to a shocking revelation for her father Marlon Dingle on Christmas Day.
And finally, let's not forget about EastEnders. This year, they're treating us to an extended episode on Christmas Eve at 7:30pm. And on Christmas Day, we'll get two separate episodes, one at 7:25pm and the other at 10:30pm. On Boxing Day, we'll see the fallout from Albert Square at 8:30pm.
So what can we expect from EastEnders this Christmas? Well, the Knight and Beale families are in for a tumultuous time as Cindy's affair with Junior is exposed. And it looks like Denise Fox will be getting an unexpected Christmas present from an unlikely source. Plus, some ghosts from the past will make an appearance in Albert Square, adding to the drama and excitement.
We can't wait to see what our favorite soaps have in store for us this Christmas. It's going to be a wild ride, but we wouldn't want it any other way. Happy holidays!
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