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Radio Times' behind-the-scenes secrets and history of iconic Christmas issues - from Parliamentary approval to record-breaking sales.

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Bookish season 2 gets major update from Mark Gatiss as fans eagerly await show's return

Dame Helen Mirren stood behind a snowy bush, smiling ahead.

The Repair Shop star reveals what happened when Helen Mirren stepped into the show.

The Muppet Christmas Carol

Brian Henson on The Muppet Christmas Carol: 'Possibly the best thing I ever did'.

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Emily in Paris creator reveals why key character hasn't returned for season 5

Die Hard ranked a Christmas film in tight Channel 4 poll – as UK region with highest early festive viewing is revealed

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Diane Morgan's Mandy 2025 Christmas special pulled from schedules next week

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Who won Celebrity MasterChef 2025? Season 20 winner revealed after final cook-off

Coronation Street fan-favourite tipped to have signed new contract for another year – meaning character survives crossover carnage

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How to make Radio Times a Preferred Source on Google

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It: Welcome to Derry finale cameo may change everything we think we know about Beverly's film journey

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Comment and Opinion

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Rob LeaneFallout season 2 review: A meandering return to the wasteland

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Terry StauntonThe Housemaid review: Amanda Seyfried shines in a satisfyingly scary chiller that doesn't take itself too seriously

James MottramAvatar: Fire and Ash review – Another marvel of CG craftsmanship from James Cameron

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David CraigBoots' cancellation makes perfect sense – it's not just 'a win for Trump'

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The Big RT Interview

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Louis Emerick on his Hollyoaks future after Brookside crossover twist

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Jodie Whittaker on forgiving Suranne Jones, keeping Doctor Who secrets and the role she would have loved to play

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From Emmerdale vicar to Hollyoaks villain – John Middleton on his surprising soap return

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Emmerdale's Joe Absolom teases bad boy Ray’s future and mystery link to the village

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Radio Times magazine

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Amadeus star Paul Bettany reveals how a fan's selfie intruded on a tragic family moment.

Don Gilet as DI Mervin Wilson and Don Warrington as Selwyn Patterson in Death in Paradise, looking at a file together

Death in Paradise's Don Warrington teases future as Selwyn future remains unclear.

Tom Hiddleston in The Night Manager season 2, stood by an outdoor pool, wearing a shirt, trousers and sunglasses.

The Night Manager season 2 writer talks new episodes and plans for a trilogy.

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Meet the man who inspired Ralph Fiennes’s Conclave character - and learn the true secrets of selecting a Pope.

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Pass the Mic

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Screenwriter John Jackson: "Why is there a lack of BESEA representation within British TV?"

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Adolescence duo's upcoming film tipped to surprise viewers as Ashley Walters makes "beautiful" directorial debut

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Dreamers director Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor: "In cinema, after you come out, it's like you stop existing"

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Technology

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I'm a technology writer and these were my 18 biggest gadget releases of 2025 – how many did you catch?

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Best PS5 deals for December 2025: Latest UK offers and console bundles

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Best Xbox Series X deals for December 2025: Latest UK offers on console bundles

Going out

CARDIFF, WALES - MARCH 15: Henry Pollock of England goes over to score his team's seventh try during the Guinness Six Nations 2025 match between Wales and England at Principality Stadium on March 15, 2025 in Cardiff, Wales. (Photo by Dan Mullan - RFU/The RFU Collection via Getty Images)

How to get Six Nations 2026 tickets for men's and women's rugby matches

Best comedians and comedy shows touring the UK in 2026 – and how to get tickets

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How to get last-chance Kendal Calling tickets as final ticket sale goes live for Lake District festival

Drama

Sam Claflin and Kaley Cuoco in Vanished, both looking shocked and holding each other's arms.

Peaky Blinders star's new international thriller series has release date confirmed on Prime Video with dramatic first look

Helen George as Trixie in Call the Midwife, looking concerned.

Call the Midwife season 15 start date confirmed for 2026 by the BBC ahead of Christmas special

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The Imposter ending explained: Who dies as the truth of Amanda’s lies are exposed?

Entertainment

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Christmas 2025: A guide to the best festive quiz show specials to tune into

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Who are all the Strictly Come Dancing celebrity winners and their professional partners?

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Who is on The Graham Norton Show tonight?

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Sci-Fi and Fantasy

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Pluribus release schedule: When is episode 9 on Apple TV?

Doctor Who's best 10 Christmas specials ranked – from The Christmas Invasion to The Church on Ruby Road.

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The War Between the Land and the Sea shows where TV is failing with disability representation

Sport

Aryna Sabalenka, in an orange tennis dress, hits a backhand on the court at the ATP finals.

When is Sabalenka v Kyrgios? Battle of the Sexes date and time

Alejandro Garnacho jumps on Pedro Neto's back wearing Chelsea's white away shirt

Fantasy Premier League tips GW17: FPL transfers you should make – including Chelsea winger against rookie full-back

Close-up of Morgan Rogers of Aston Villa wearing a beige Adidas tracksuit top with bubbles around him.

Premier League predictions this weekend – Matchweek 17

Soaps

A group of doctors stood around in light blue scrubs, looking apprehensive as they look ahead.

Casualty return date and time confirmed by BBC in 2026 as beloved medical drama makes dramatic comeback

Theo, in a grey hoody, sits beside Todd - who is wearing a green jumper - around a laptop and some candles on their dining table in Coronation Street

Vile Coronation Street abuser Theo Silverton makes sickening move against Todd Grimshaw in ITVX release

Max grabs Ian by the collar in the Queen Victoria pub in EastEnders

EastEnders' Max Branning launches himself at Ian Beale as huge secret is revealed in BBC iPlayer release

Film

Cillian Murphy as J Robert Oppenheimer in Oppenheimer. He is wearing a grey suit and a hat.

Best films on TV for Christmas and New Year 2025

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What films are out in UK cinemas this week? Our verdict on Avatar: Fire and Ash

How 2025's Radio Times Christmas issue cover – featuring Aardman favourites – came to life.

Documentaries

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Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders and more feature in moving documentary for late comedy legend Victoria Wood

Davina and Nicky for Long Lost Family.

Long Lost Family confirms return date with emotional new episodes with Davina McCall and Nicky Campbell

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What happened to Morgan Duncan? True story behind Netflix's Missing: Dead or Alive

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Gaming

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The best Fallout: New Vegas mods and how to use them

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FIFA is back, and it's coming to Netflix Games for the FIFA World Cup 2026

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Fortnite Steal the Brainrot codes: Full list of codes for December 2025