October 16th 2024.
It's that time of the year again - Christmas! Even though it's only October, the festive countdown has officially begun. With 70 days left until the big day, a seasonal channel filled with nostalgic holiday content has already launched. This comes after Heart Radio announced the start of their Christmas station. This year, TV viewers can expect an even better line-up of Christmas programming, with beloved shows like Strictly Come Dancing and EastEnders making their return, as well as long-awaited revivals of Gavin and Stacey and Outnumbered.
But if you just can't wait for the holiday cheer, That's Christmas has got you covered. This entertainment channel, available on Freeview, Sky, and Virgin, will be playing all your favorite classic Christmas specials from years gone by. Get ready to cozy up and relive the magic of timeless shows like Oh No It's Selwyn Froggitt, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary since its first episode aired. Also on the roster are other iconic sitcoms like Rising Damp, A Bit of a Do, and Second Thoughts.
And that's not all - the legendary Bruce Forsyth will make a comeback with episodes of Sunday Night at the London Palladium from the 1960s. That's Christmas will also be featuring Dennis Waterman and Jan Francis' gangster comedy-drama Stay Lucky, which hasn't been on UK TV in over a decade, as well as beloved classics like Duty Free and The New Statesman. It's a real treat for TV lovers as the channel marks significant anniversaries of some of the most memorable shows in British television history.
Kris Vaiksalu, Head of Programming for That's Christmas, shared their excitement for the channel's launch, saying, "Viewers have been eagerly anticipating the arrival of That's Christmas, and we've received countless requests for certain shows to be included in our lineup. We understand the importance of these programs in making Christmas such a special time of year, and we're thrilled to be able to showcase them for our audience."
Vaiksalu explains how That's Christmas is not only bringing back old favorites but also filling a void in recent years where these beloved shows have been missing from the holiday festivities. "Our aim is to spread joy and laughter by bringing back some of the greatest shows from Christmas past and making them a part of Christmas present. For many viewers, the launch of That's Christmas marks the official start of the holiday season, so let the celebrations begin!"
That's Christmas will be available 24/7 on Freeview channel 71, Sky channel 191, and Virgin Media channel 296, taking over the That's TV 3 channel until January 2025. The group's other entertainment channels, That's TV and That's TV 2, will continue to broadcast their regular mix of content on most major TV platforms. The team at That's Christmas is also open to receiving stories, videos, and pictures from viewers, so don't hesitate to get in touch and share your holiday spirit with them.
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