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BIG CHRISTMAS SINGALONG The Choir With No Name at Brighton Dome LIAM GALLAGHER Live at the Brighton Centre
LET IT SNOW Raymond Brigg’s classic The Snowman comes to Theatre Royal Brighton Page 5
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Tom Gabb
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Present perfect
American whiskey vs Scotch whisky
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hat do you want for Christmas? It’s either the hardest or the easiest question to answer. I spend the rest of the year politely but firmly telling myself that I don’t need that, training my brain to see shops as art galleries to be enjoyed and occasionally – with due consideration – purchased from. Then, up comes Christmas and I’m having flashbacks to wanting The Big Yellow Teapot again, always my default want as a child that never quite manifested. That’s not to say I was deprived. I had my fill of Strawberry Shortcake figurines and Smurf stickers. Childhood always served up plenty of desires to carefully write on a Christmas list in readiness for enquiring relatives. Our family had a system: my brother and I would each write a list of what we would like – obviously with lots of ‘please’s taken as written – which my mother would then take away and pin up at the back of the airing cupboard. We were not to look at them again. And our Mum could cross out an item every time she gave it as a suggestion to a phoning grandparent, aunt or other relative. Thinking about it now, it was clearly a precursor to an Amazon Wish List – you didn’t expect to get everything on it but you noted down a few suggestions with vague hopes. I send my godson a new book every year at Christmas, and together we’ve embraced literary figures ranging from Artemis Fowl to Katniss Evergreen, right up to last year’s Philip Marlowe. And I’ve loved the research for that particular project. That’s what I want for Christmas! Books and films that I’ve never heard of, or gotten around to, nudged in my direction by a thoughtful friend. Now, what would you like?
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n the state of Kentucky the number of full whiskey barrels outnumbers the human population considerably. So, with more than enough to go around it’s no wonder that American whiskey has muscled in to the UK. What really shocked me though, is that American whiskey is now the UK’s fastest growing spirit category. So, why is our western friend challenging the hegemony of scotch? I love American whiskey and even I didn’t realise that it was getting so profitable. To put it into perspective, sales of American whiskey grew 9 per cent in 2016, compared with 7 per cent for gin and a decline of 1 per cent for scotch. What is the reasoning behind this oddly surreptitious rise in popularity? Officially, many would say that it has to do with a new generation of drinkers who have been watching heavily Americanised television. However, I think the reason is altogether more subtle. I spoke at an event held by the British Bourbon Society recently and what I enjoyed most about the evening was the lack of pretention about the spirit. The society itself is very inclusive and bottles are bought to be drank, rather than being bought to appreciate in value. It’s unsurprising then that compared to scotch, bourbon does not suffer in the slightest from a perception problem. While scotch drinkers in popular culture are mostly portrayed as smoking chair bound bourgeoisie, American whiskey has always been the drink of rock stars and cowboys. Bringing the subject on to home turf, here in Brighton we have bars that specialise in gin, tequila, rum and most importantly The Great Eastern that offers over 130 American whiskeys, but no Scotch equivalent. I think at the end of the day bourbon is a drink better enjoyed with company. I realise I may have got swept up with all this bourbon talk so to conclude, Scotch is still amazing and on a quiet cold evening a hot toddy is the apex of the artform but maybe for Christmas this year try it with bourbon, see how it feels.
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THE SNOWMAN Raymond Briggs’ stunning classic comes to the stage at Theatre Royal Brighton
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he much loved production of The Snowman, which has been touring the globe for over twenty years, will bring a flurry of magic and entertainment for all the family to Theatre Royal Brighton from Wednesday 24 – Sunday 28 January. This ever sparkling production transports children into the wintery wonderland of a boy and his magical snowman with a mix of enchanting dancing and live music; including the famous title song, ‘Walking in the Air’. A unique friendship is formed as the boy and his snowman take a starryskied adventure to the North Pole where they meet a host of colourful characters including dancing penguins, reindeer, Father Christmas and the infamous Jack Frost. Audiences can expect larger than life costumes, sparkling set designs and magical effects that combine to bring this childhood favourite to life, live on stage. Based on the book by Raymond Briggs and the film directed by Dianne Jackson and produced by John Coates, The Snowman is a much loved festive tradition of storytelling, spectacle and magic.
“ Ever sparkling production transports children into the wintery wonderland of a boy and his magical snowman ”
Composer Howard Blake, says; “The Snowman never fails to delight audiences. Children continue to be enchanted with the show’s story and characters.” The Snowman is the perfect introduction to the world of theatre for young children and the ideal festive treat for both young and old. “Sheer theatrical magic. Go see The Snowman and melt.” THE TIMES Wednesday 24 – Sunday 28 January Wednesday & Friday eves 7pm Thursday 10.30am & 2pm Saturday 1.30pm & 5pm Sunday 11am & 3pm 0844 871 7650* atgtickets.com/brighton* *Booking fees apply. Calls cost up to 7p per minute, plus your phone company’s access charge
Did you know… • The Snowman was first shown on television in 1982 and has been screened every Christmas since • The live stage show was created by Birmingham Repertory Theatre in 1993 and celebrates its 24th anniversary this year • Each performance involves 17 dancers, 5 musicians and 20 stage crew • A total of 60 costumes are used: each one is made by hand • 265 individual props are used, ranging from authentic looking lumps of coal for the Snowmen's noses, toy soldiers, a sleigh and even a motorcycle with sidecar LATEST 7 | 5
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o last week I sang the praises of an old favourite Donatello. This week I am doing something similar for another restaurant that offers good food in nice surroundings for sensible money. I love modern cooking, I love the inspiration of our top, cutting edge chefs, their adventures in food… but there are moments, quite often, when what I want is a satisfying meal that comes as three courses and is both comforting and filling. Breeze Hove does just that, and in saying this I am not doing down the dishes they offer, far from it. This is good cooking but of a style that will never get them on Great British Menu or the like, but will win and warm the hearts of customers with its honesty and value – and hats off to that. It was a cold evening and I was particularly hungry, having skipped lunch. I was joined by Mr S who has a hearty appetite even if lunch has been partaken of. He started with a classic of deep fried Camembert with cranberry, it looked great, a crisp crust and oozing soft centre and a deep red fruit sauce. I chose avocado and prawns and was impressed that this was not the usual halved fruit filled with tiny prawns in pink bottled sauce. Far from it, the avocado, perfectly rip, was sliced and layered with large butterflied prawns cooked in a spicy garlic butter and topped with dressed mixed leaves. It was better that good. Mr S continued with a butternut squash falafel burger, yes, he’s gone over to the dark side and resurrected his vegetarianism. I will at this point say that I wholly support his choice and also applaud Breeze Hove for offering a hug range of vegetarian choices; five main course choice no less and five starters too. He enjoyed it too and in particular the beetroot “hummus” which added moisture as well as a favourite flavour. I of course chose meat and on this occasion the lamb rump. I have eaten this chef’s food many times and know that he applies his solid knowledge of Asian flavours and spicing to some of his dishes. This was a fine example of that skill – perfectly cooked and generous lamb with a spicy crust and the aubergine purée was the best I have ever had, yes the best. It was a robust and satisfying delight. We should have been too full for puds but could not resist a creamy lemon tart and a very good, and again generous, creme brûlée. The wine list is well designed and not over priced too. Breeze Hove is a breath of fresh air, haha, and the large rooms are stylish without being intimidating. An upstairs room with its own bar is an ideal party venue too, a lot larger than many venues can offer.
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Señor Buddha is a modern tapas bar located at Preston Circus, offering an ever changing tapas menu based around Spanish and East Asian cuisine. With just 24 seats, this small tapas bar is always busy so booking is recommended. 9 Preston Road, Brighton, BN1 4QE | www.senorbuddha.co.uk 01273 567832 | bookings@senorbuddha.co.uk
Coggings & Co
Coggings & Co is all about great burgers, made with local ingredients sourced with care, prepared with skill and served with warmth. We serve the best burgers you’ve ever tasted with a delicious set of sides and puddings. 8793 Dyke Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 3JE www.coggingsandco.com | 01273 220220
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The Restaurant at Drakes, Brighton
Chaula’s is renowned for its signature dishes, distinctive décor and friendly staff. All meals are made fresh to order and every curry has its own distinctively flavoured sauce. There is also a wide variety of vegetarian and vegan, as well as gluten and wheatfree dishes. Buffet available 12pm–3pm, Monday to Saturday. Lewes, BN7 2LP, 01273 476707, www.chaulas.co.uk
Chaula’s, Brighton
A second venue for this brilliant Indian restaurant is now open here in Brighton. Chaula and her team breathe fresh air into the idea of Indian food with authentic recipes served in stylish surroundings. The cooking has an altogether healthier approach – but not at the cost of flavour. Thali Deals available 12pm3pm; Meal Deal £9.99. Brighton, BN1 1HT, 01273 771661, www.chaulas.co.uk
The exceptional standards of the fine dining Restaurant at Drakes has earned them poll position once again in The Good Food Guide 2018 as the top scoring restaurant in Brighton for the 9th consecutive year. Classic British and Modern European dishes are created using only the finest, seasonal ingredients, locally sourced whenever possible. Shuttered windows, brick arches and mellow lighting create an airy yet relaxing atmosphere for any dining occasion. For that extra special touch, book The Private Dining Room. Suits 6 to 12 guests and includes the services of a dedicated waiter. ORDER A TWO COURSE LUNCH AND HAVE THE THIRD COURSE ON US! Just quote “THE LATEST” at the time of booking. (not valid on Sundays max 6 people) The Restaurant at Drakes Hotel, 4344 Marine Parade, Brighton, BN2 1PE 01273 696934, www.drakesofbrighton.com
Moksha Caffe, Brighton
Boho Gelato, Brighton
We are an independent, family run café and restaurant and our aim is to make our customers feel at home. So sit back, relax and enjoy great coffee and our delicious food. We believe that we are Brighton's best independent café so stop by when you need that caffeine kick or you’re feeling hungry! We promise to satisfy the biggest of appetites! Our food is locally sourced and freerange and we use organic milk. Check out our reviews on TripAdvisor. www.mokshacaffe.com | 01273 248890 Moksha Caffe, 45 York Place, BN1 4GU Brighton
24 everchanging Italian Ice Cream flavours ranging from Vanilla to Violet, Mango to Mojito and Apple to Avocado taken from an ever growing list of now over 400! Handmade on site daily at 6 Pool Valley Brighton – Off East Street near the Palace Pier and also available at their new shop in Ship Street. www.bohogelato.co.uk | 6 Pool Valley, Brighton New Shop – 31 Ship Street, Brighton | 01273 727205
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International box office hit War Horse is hot to trot at the Brighton Centre
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t’s a theatre phenomenon, a breathtaking spectacle that combines the very best of acting skills, movement and cutting edge puppetry, a visual treat and a show that is both entertaining and deeply moving. War Horse is a box office hit and it’s coming to Brighton. War Horse, which has been seen by over seven million people worldwide, completed its recordbreaking eight year London run at the New London Theatre on 12 March 2016. It has won 25 awards including the Tony Award for Best Play on Broadway. War Horse has been seen in 97 cities in 10 countries, including productions on Broadway. Latest saw the show in London before it embarked on this major UK tour and the experience far exceeded expectation. Words cannot fully convey this theatrical experience, seeing is definitely believing and like all great theatre the suspension of belief is the key to the success. Michael Morpurgo’s best
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selling book hardly seems the ideal project to bring to the stage. After all, the key characters are horses, and clever as horses may be, they cannot act. Enter Handspring Puppet Company, commissioned to create the equine characters that become the centre of this magical production.
“ An unmissable experience that will thrill ”
The puppets are fully lifesize and each horse is operated by a team of actors, responsible for the movement and characterisation of each horse.
We met some of the cast and talked to them about what it is like to work with these immense and complex puppets and it soon becomes clear that being a part of a War Horse puppet is allconsuming, each nuanced move considered, from standing to galloping – and it’s is equally physically demanding, each actor having a share in carrying the huge weights involved. But at the end of the day this is theatre and it has to work as a dramatic entertainment. It does. It is only a few minutes in before you start to dismiss the presence of the puppeteers and really believe in the horses. And those horses are genuinely at the centre of the story with the human characters there to progress the narrative. There’s sadness, it’s not an easy story in many ways, but it is full of hope and joy and there’s humour too as this epic equine saga unfolds. It works on many levels and will appeal to the very young as well as an older audience. It gives insight into conditions in WWI both at home in the UK and in France. It shows the desperate conditions of war from both sides and the bonds built by humans with humans and humans with animals. It will warm your heart, it will make you cry, and it will make you think. This is theatrical entertainment at its very best, an unmissable experience that will thrill the experienced and undoubtedly create a new generation of theatre lovers. Brighton from 25 January 10 February 2018 Brighton Centre Kings Road Brighton, BN1 2GR Box Office: 0844 847 1515* brightoncentre.co.uk/booking tickets
REVIEW Bent Double
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he only cure for a rainy Sunday night is the warm, boystrous atmosphere of Bent Double. A loyal, cheerful audience were welcomed by MC Zoe Lyons on top form, showing off her vest and bringing a refreshing indifference to Christmas. Opening act was energetic Suzi Ruffell who not only had us belly laughing, but handled a group of hecklers with aplomb. No flies on her. Newcomer Russell Arathoon was next up; a strong start, but nervous energy meant his comedy rhythm became slightly out. Headliner Eleanor Tiernan was a charmingly offkilter feminist whose unpredictable right turns had us hooked. Superb fun, highly recommended. Komedia, 3 December 2017
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BRIGHTON LIGHTS WHAT TO DO IN THE CITY > MUSIC, ENTERTAINMENT & COMEDY WITH VICTORIA NANGLE
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Fill yer boots with festive cheer when you join The Choir With No Name for The Big Christmas Singalong! The Choir With No Name is an organisation that runs choirs for homeless and marginalised people. For one night only they bring their London, Liverpool and Birmingham choirs to Brighton to present you with Christmas classics and even a chance to join in and be a part of this feelgood festive event. Brighton Dome, Friday 15 December, 7.30pm, £12/8
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Fine Young Cannibals frontman Roland Gift is back with his new selftitled solo album. His distinctive vocal stylings pitched him as a frontline trendsetter with FYC, since which he’s burned a path with both film acting and musical score work. Gift’s latest tour will be a mix of new favourites with old classics.
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Feeling the stress of Christmas? Of being less than perfect for your family? Needing a pickmeup? Tickets are selling fast to the Scummy Mummies Christmas Show, an evening of festive laughs for lessthanperfect parents (and for those sans offspring too). There are promises of scummy carols, yuletide sketches, festive standup and very scummy Santa stories from Scummy Mummies comedians Helen Thorn and Ellie Gibson. Just the relief from the seasonal scrum.
Komedia, Monday 18 December 2017, 8pm, £15
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The last Smiley Sunday of the year keeps one eye on your pocket – a very affordable evening out – and another on your conscience – with proceeds going to the charity TIA Volunteers, supporting volunteers in Africa. Laugh until you can’t see straight at a roster of local comics headlined by South Coast Comedian of the Year 2015 Joe Foster. The night is hosted by your MC Brodi Snook, and extra jollies come courtesy of a delightful raffle and happy hour drinks prices all night. Doctor Brighton’s, Sunday 17 December, 7.30pm, £3
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‘Our Liam’ embarks on his first solo arena tour marking the release of his debut solo album, released in October – As You Were. With special guests Ray Boy and Trampolene. Brighton Centre, Friday 15 December, from £40.70
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The Cast Iron Selection Box returns for its third year, serving up a hilarious and suitably jolly celebration of new writing, comedy and cold reading. With especially written Christmas themed short plays tied up with a ribbon and presented to performers who are as much in the dark as to their content as the audience. Sweet Dukebox (The Southern Belle), Monday 18 December 2017, 8pm, £5 To discover 20 more things to do this week, watch Brighton Lights show on Latest TV every Monday at 8.30pm.
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MOVIES ON LATEST TV All day & late night
Tuesday 12 December
Friday 15 December
6.10am The Gilded Cage 1955. Directed by John Gilling and starring Alex Nicol. Two brothers are embroiled in a racket to smuggle a valuable painting. When a murder is committed they must try and clear their names.
6.00am Kiss the Bride Goodbye 1944. Joan's (Patricia Medina) mother wants her to marry her pompous boss although she loves a soldier (Jimmy Hanley). One of Jean Simmon's first films.
8.10 Girl Who Couldn't Quite 1949. Comedy. Directed by Norman Lee. Stars Bill Owen, Elizabeth Henson & Betty Stockfeld. Ruth hasn't smiled since she was a little girl but with the friendship of a tramp she smiles again.
FILM OF THE DAY 8.15 Shadow of Fear 1963. Crime drama directed by Ernest Morris and starring Paul Maxwell, Clare Owen and Anita West. Waiting for his flight home from Baghdad, Bill takes a message from a British secret agent.
9.45 It's in the Bag 1943. Directed by Herbert Mason. Sisters Gert and Daisy find out an old dress of Granny's that they have sold had ÂŁ20,000 sewn into the hem. Can they get it back? Stars Elsie & Doris Waters. 12.00pm Too Late For Tears 1949. Drama. Stars Lizabeth Scott, Don DeFore, Dan Duryea & Arthur Kennedy. A ruthless woman stumbles across a suitcase filled with $60,000, and is determined to hold onto it. 2.00 Paper Tiger FILM OF THE DAY 1975. Drama. Directed by Ken Annakin and starring David Niven. An English man is hired as a tutor to the son of a Japanese ambassador. Life changes when the pair are kidnapped for political reasons. 4.00 The Fast Lady 1963. Comedy. Director: Ken Annakin. Stars Stanley Baxter, James Robertson Justice, Leslie Phillips & Julie Christie. Mr. Troon invests in a vintage Bentley to impress the daughter of a wealthy tycoon. 10.00 Bigger Than Life 1956. Drama. Directed by Nicholas Ray. Starring James Mason, Barbara Rush and Walter Matthau. A schoolteacher tries an experimental drug which changes his moods and personality.
Wednesday 13 December
9.30 House of Blackmail 1953. Crime. Directed by Maurice Elvey. An Army officer (William Sylvester) and Carol (Mary Germaine) must solve the murder of a blackmailer or be charged themselves. 12.00pm The Real Glory 1939. War. Director: Henry Hathaway. Stars Gary Cooper, David Niven, Andrea Leeds & Broderick Crawford. In 1906, Col. Hatch is stationed in the Philippines and recruits officers to train the locals. 2.00 The Good Die Young 1954. Thriller. Director: Lewis Gilbert. Stars Robert Morley, Joan Collins, Laurence Harvey & Margaret Leighton. A group of down-andouts are holding up a post office van when things start to go wrong 4.10 Cone of Silence 1960. Drama. Director: Charles Frend. Stars Michael Craig, Peter Cushing & Bernard Lee. A veteran pilot faces a court inquiry after a jet airliner crashes. His daughter fights to clear his name. 9.35 Peyton Place 1957. Drama. Director: Mark Robson. Stars Lana Turner, Hope Lange, Lee Philips, Diane Varsi & Lloyd Nolan. An adaptation of Grace Metalious' popular novel. A New England town hides secrets & scandals.
6.15am Johnny On The Spot 1954. Crime directed by Maclean Rogers. Johnny (Hugh McDermott) returns from a prison sentence to get the man who framed him.
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Sunday 17 December 6.00am It Happened In Soho 1948. Drama. Director: Frank Chisnell. Stars Richard Murdoch, Patricia Raine & Henry Oscar. Murder drama set in Soho involving a police inspector, a newspaper reporter and a country girl. 7.25 Colonel March Investigates 1953. Crime drama starring Boris Karloff, Joan Sims and Richard Wattis. Colonel March runs the Scotland Yard office for the Department of Queer Complaints and investigates 3 strange crimes. 8.45 The Way Ahead 1944. War.Stars Jimmy Hanley, Stanley Holloway, Trevor Howard & David Niven. After a battalion suffers casualties at Dunkirk, the gaps in the ranks must be filled by 'call-ups'.
8.15 Sheepdog of the Hills 1941. Drama. Directed by Germain Burger. Stars David Farrar, Philip Friend & Helen Perry. Farmers are all losing sheep, all except 'Riggy's'. Is it because of his 'great' sheepdog? Or...
11.00 Born Of The Sea 1949. A mysterious baby is found in a boat at sea. Where is he from? A charming portrait of a small coastal community in Coverack. Stars Dorothea Paul. Directed by Anthony Mavrogordato.
9.45 Girdle Of Gold 1957. Musical comedy. Directed by J Lee Thompson. Stars Eric Portman, Celia Johnson, Thora Hird and Joyce Grenfell. A touring troupe, the 'Dinky Doos' are in financial trouble, can anyone help? 12.05pm Not Wanted On Voyage 1957. Comedy. The rollicking adventures of two stewards aboard a pleasure cruiser. Starring Ronald Shiner and Brian Rix.
12.00pm Bloodhounds of Broadway 1952. Musical. Director: Harmon Jones. Stars Mitzi Gaynor, Scott Brady, Marguerite Chapman and Mitzi Green. Emily, a country girl, longs to be in show business then she meets a New York bookmaker.
2.00 All Over the Town 1949. Drama. Director: Derek N. Twist. Norman Wooland, Sarah Churchill, Bryan Forbes & James Hayter. After serving in the RAF during WW2, Nat Hearn struggles to return to his pre-war job.
1.50 The Captive Heart 1946. War. Director: Basil Dearden. Stars Michael Redgrave, Jack Warner, Rachel Kempson & Mervyn Johns. A concentration-camp escapee assumes the identity of a dead British officer.
FILM OF THE DAY 4.00 The Millionairess 1960. Comedy. Director: Anthony Asquith. Stars: Sophia Loren, Peter Sellers & Alastair Sim. Peter Sellers first big hit. She's the world's richest woman. But her inheritance comes with a catch. 10.00 The Christmas Coal Mine Miracle 1977. Drama. Director: Jud Taylor. Stars Kurt Russell, Melissa Gilbert, John Carradine & Andrew Prine. Based on the true story of miners who became trapped underground in a cave-in on Christmas Eve.
Thursday 14 December 6.00am Private Information 1952. Drama starring Jill Esmond, Jack Watling, Carol Marsh and Gerard Heinz. Charlotte suspects that the council is corrupt and building defective drains that could cause public health issues. FILM OF THE DAY 7.45 The Delavine Affair 1955. Crime drama starring Peter Reynolds, Honor Blackman and Gordon Jackson. The death of a local man leads a local reporter, and the dead man's wife (Honor Blackman), to seek his killer. 9.00 The Red House 1947. Drama. Directed by Delmer Daves and starring Edward G Robinson, Lon McCallister, Judith Anderson and Rory Calhoun. Two girls, when told not to, explore mysterious woodland and discover secrets. 12.10pm A Place Of One's Own 1945. Drama. Stars Margaret Lockwood, James Mason & Barbara Mullen. After an elderly couple move into an old house, they are joined by a young girl who becomes possessed. 2.15 Light up the Sky! 1960. Comedy. Director: Lewis Gilbert. Stars Ian Carmichael, Tommy Steele & Benny Hill. British bittersweet comedy about misfits manning a British Army searchlight battery during the Blitz.
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Saturday 16 December 6.30am The Riverside Murder 1935. Crime. Directed by Albert Parker and stars Basil Sydney, Alastair Sim, Judy Gunn and Tom Helmore. Inspector Winton investigates a murder that has occurred shortly before a meeting of financiers. 8.15 King of the Underworld 1952. Crime. Director: Victor M. Gover. Stars Tod Slaughter, Patrick Barr, Tucker McGuire & Ingeborg Von Kusserow. A Crook is implicated in blackmail, Greed for emeralds, a secret formula and murder. FILM OF THE DAY 9.55 Bloodhounds of Broadway 1952. Musical. Director: Harmon Jones. Stars Mitzi Gaynor, Scott Brady, Marguerite Chapman and Mitzi Green. Emily, a country girl, longs to be in show business then she meets a New York bookmaker. 12.00pm Sapphire 1959. Murder mystery. Directed by Basil Dearden and stars Nigel Patrick, Yvonne Mitchell and Michael Craig. Superintendent Robert Hazard investigates a murder, which could be racially motivated. 1.50 Too Late For Tears 1949. Drama. Director: Byron Haskin. Stars Lizabeth Scott, Don DeFore, Dan Duryea & Arthur Kennedy. A ruthless woman stumbles across a suitcase filled with $60,000, and is determined to hold onto it.
4.00 The Smallest Show On Earth FILM OF THE DAY 1957. Comedy. Director: Basil Dearden. Stars Margaret Rutherford, Peter Sellers, Virginia McKenna & Bill Travers. A couple inherit a small cinema are shocked to find a decrepit building. 10.00 Hoffman 1970. Comedy. Director: Alvin Rakoff. Stars Peter Sellers, Sinead Cusack, Jeremy Bulloch, Ruth Dunning & David Lodge. A businessman blackmails his secretary to spend a romantic holiday with him.
Monday 18 December 6.00am Bulldog Drummond 1929. Thriller. Director: F Richard Jones. Stars Ronald Colman, Joan Bennett & Claud Allister. Urbane sleuth Bulldog Drummond and his man, Algy, help a woman who answers their ad in the London Times. 8.35 Quartet 1948. Drama. Director Ken Annakin, Arthur Crabtree, Harold French & Ralph Smart. Stars Cecil Parker, Dirk Bogarde & George Cole. Four of Somerset Maugham's stories brought to the screen. 12.05pm Blood On The Sun 1945. Thriller directed by Frank Lloyd and starring James Cagney and Sylvia Sidney. A dedicated American reporter in 1930s Japan is determined to expose the government's plan for world domination. 2.15 Albert R.N. 1953. Directed by Lewis Gilbert. Starring Jack Warner, Robert Beatty and Anthony Steel. With the help of a life-like dummy, Allied forces are escaping a POW camp. Based on a true story.
4.15 Guilt Is My Shadow 1950. Drama. Directed by Roy Kellino. Stars Patrick Holt, Elizabeth Sellars and Peter Reynolds. A farmer is enjoying an idyllic life in Devon, until his nephew arrives on the run from the police.
4.00 Chase a Crooked Shadow 1958. Thriller. Director: Michael Anderson. Stars Anne Baxter, Richard Todd, Herbert Lom & Faith Brook. At Kimberley's villa, a stranger shows-up & claims he is her brother who she thought to be dead.
FILM OF THE DAY 4.15 To Paris With Love 1955. Comedy. Director: Robert Hamer. Stars Alec Guinness, Vernon Gray & Odile Versois. A Widow sends his 20 year-old son to Paris after deciding it is time to introduce him to the opposite sex.
10.00 The Criminal 1960. Drama. Director: Joseph Losey. Stars Stanley Baker, Sam Wanamaker, Patrick Magee & Margit Saad. A racetrack robber escapes from prison & tries to get his hands on the loot from the job.
10.00 The Criminal 1960. Drama. Director: Joseph Losey. Stars Stanley Baker, Sam Wanamaker, Patrick Magee & Margit Saad. A racetrack robber escapes from prison & tries to get his hands on the loot from the job.
10.00 Silver Dream Racer 1980. Drama. Director: David Wickes. Stars David Essex, Beau Bridges, Harry H Corbett & Diane Keen. A motorcycle enthusiast inherits the prototype for an incredibly fast bike, designed by his brother.
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TV LISTINGS Bancroft ITV1, 9pm The second episode in the four-part thriller, running all this week, sees Bancroft help Katherine and Anya with the Fraser case. Tricky with forensic evidence on the thin side. Laura’s ex husband proves reluctant to help with the cold murder case, but an unexpected visit changes his mind.
Motherland BBC2, 10pm The sitcom mothers are doing their very best. Julia is thrilled to have found the perfect nanny, but with that sorted she finds that her friendship with Liz suffering. Liz visits Lee’s new partner with the intention of giving her some advice. And the school caretaker is ill and nobody has organised a card. Palava!
Tuesday 12 6.00pm Latest News 6.30 The Vote Guests from the world of politics discuss local and national issues. 7.00 Football Weekly Darren 'The Hartman' Hart looks back at the week's football with the help of his studio guests. 8.00 Latest News 8.30 Live From the Roadee Live music from the Roadee - a mobile recording studio. 9.00 AK Soufflé Andrew Kay introduces special guests in this LGBT-focused chat show. 9.30 Queer Say Andrew Kay's look at LGBT news and media from around the world with the help of his studio guest. 10.00 Bigger Than Life (1956) Drama. Directed by Nicholas Ray. Starring James Mason, Barbara Rush and Walter Matthau. A schoolteacher tries an experimental drug which changes his moods and personality. 12.00am Noise Reel Extra 12.15 Noise Reel Extra 12.30 Noise Floor 1.00 AK Soufflé 1.30 Queer Say 2.00 Latest News 2.30 Football Weekly
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6.00pm BBC News At Six The latest national and international news stories from the BBC News team, followed by weather. 6.30 South East Today 7.00 The One Show If it's got Britain talking then it will get talked about on The One Show. 7.30 EastEnders Ian comes face to face with James Willmott-Brown. Aidan clashes with Phil. 8.00 Holby City With the merger bringing new F1s Nicky and Meena to Holby, Hanssen wants to protect his staff more than ever. Meena relishes the thought of Hanssen's hands-free learning, but Dominic is determined to push his new colleague to the limit. 9.00 The A Word Drama series. An end-of-year show at Joe's old school brings his family members together. As Joe takes the stage, it is clear what they mean to him. But can they remain the family he knows? 10.00 BBC News At Ten The latest national and international news, with reports from BBC correspondents worldwide. 10.30 South East Today 10.45 Sports Personality Of The Year 2017 - The Contenders A look at the contenders for BBC Sports Personality of the Year. 11.45 Life And Death Row Truth. Series telling the story of capital punishment. 12.45am Weather For The Week Ahead
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6.00pm Celebrity Eggheads Jeremy Vine hosts a special celebrity edition of the quiz show. 6.30 Strictly - It Takes Two Zoe Ball talks to the couple who managed to avoid elimination at the weekend and took the last spot in the Strictly final. 7.00 Celebrity Antiques Road Trip Comedians Tim Vine and Ricky Grover search for profitable antiques in south east Scotland. 8.00 MasterChef: The Professionals Gregg Wallace, Monica Galetti and Marcus Wareing present as the search for this year's MasterChef: The Professionals champion reaches the semi-finals stage. 9.00 Rick Stein's Road To Mexico Rick heads to the Mexican capital – a melting pot that encapsulates a country that, despite its narrow stature, crosses three time zones. For that simple reason, locals casually refer to the city as 'Mexico', and not much has changed to the food that fed the Aztecs. 10.00 Motherland See highlights. 10.30 Newsnight In-depth investigation and analysis of the stories behind the day's headlines with Emily Maitlis. 11.15 NFL This Week Mark Chapman introduces a weekly dose of American football action. 12.05am Frat Boys: Inside America's Fraternities
6.00pm ITV News Meridian 6.30 ITV Evening News 7.00 Emmerdale Moira is pushed to the brink. Victoria races against time. A text message is significant. 7.30 Save Money: Good Food Susanna Reid and Matt Tebbutt present the series aiming to cut the amount people spend on food without sacrificing taste or quality. 8.00 How To Spend It Well At Christmas With Phillip Schofield Phillip Schofield presents the final edition of the consumer series in which he tests festive buys with help from celebrities, experts and members of the public. This programme looks at food, drink and decoration, as Rosemary Shrager joins Phillip to test what is billed as 'Christmas dinner in a box'. Joe Pasquale investigates Christmas crackers, and Jenny Agutter reveals how to put together a top-notch festive hamper for a fraction of the price of ones in stores. 9.00 Bancroft See highlights. 10.00 ITV News At Ten 10.35 ITV News Meridian 10.45 Lethal Weapon As Good as it Getz. Action-packed police drama series. 11.45 Lethal Weapon Unnecessary Roughness. 12.30am Jackpot247
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6.00pm The Simpsons 6.30 Hollyoaks Grace can't resist Glenn's charms. Sienna plans a day out, but all is not as it seems when Maggie and Joel find Sienna. Luke puts on a front but has a sinister plan involving Mark. 7.00 Channel 4 News 8.00 Food Unwrapped Does Christmas Festive special of the food series. Jimmy Doherty, Kate Quilton, Matt Tebbutt and Dr Helen Lawal reveal some surprises about our favourite festive grub, from the mystery of why Christmas puddings last so long to the perfect stuffing for your turkey. 9.00 The World's Most Expensive Presents Documentary which goes behind closed doors to meet the craftsmen and women producing lavish gifts with price tags to match. Gifts featured include a 24-carat goldplated bike worth £250,000, a milliondollar watch and a £40,000 ball gown for a dog. 10.00 Finding Me A Family Documentary following adoption activity days organised by the children's charity Coram, as prospective parents meet children who are waiting to be adopted. There are over 2,000 children in England in care, waiting to be adopted. 11.05 Gogglebox Comedy series in which TV viewers share critiques from the comfort of their sofas. 12.10am The Great Songwriters: Music On 4 Victoria Nangle
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o, not the sweet selection, the real thing and a celebration in two ways. A little off a week ago I was despatched with a colleague and friend to the dark North, Manchester to be precise. I was there to represent the boss, Bill Smith. Latest Bill is well known, he’s been at the front of Brighton media for more years than I care to recall right now and has been my boss, in a very unbossy way, for 25 years now. We get on well most of the time, we fight and argue of course, but what creative people do not fight and argue. Show me a passive creative and I’ll show you a dullard!
“ We don’t do diversity, we are diversity!” Anyway, enough of that, and back to the story. We were in Manchester for the National Diversity Awards, a rather glamorous event staged at the very glamorous Midland Hotel, a place of legend in the North West where I grew up. It was black tie, drinks reception, dinner, you know the kind of thing… and Bill was unable to go, which was a shame as he was nominated in one of the prestigious categories as a champion of diversity. Hence my attendance to, should I need to, accept an award on his behalf. There were lots of people there and some truly moving and
inspirational speakers and acceptance speeches, one or two of which brought tears to my eyes. It was an event full of heart and hope and I was in the company of real people who work tirelessly to make a difference, a difference in so many ways. When it came to Latest Bill’s category we were thrilled, following the announcements of the five finalists as Bill’s name was read out as being highly commended. Now in a field of over a thousand nominees across all the categories this was exciting stuff. Off course I had spoken to Bill in advance about what I might say should he win. He was very clear: “We don’t do diversity, we are diversity!”. In the event I didn’t need to make a speech. I had planned to say that he could not attend because he does not own a suit, but for those of us who really know Bill, he does own a suit and that suit is a real passion for diversity, for inclusion and for giving voice to people of all ages, creeds, ethnicity, gender, sexual preference… the list is too long for inclusion here. You will be seeing a lot of this logo in the coming months because we are very proud of this award, an award that Bill says is not for him but for every one who works to make Latest the company that it is.
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TV LISTINGS Amazing Spaces Snow And Ice Special Thursday, Channel 4, 8pm Winter is coming. Worried how you might bear up through it? Join architect George Clarke and master craftsman Will Hardie in Norway to find out how it endures some of the harshest weather in the planet and leads in small design.
Walter Presents: Vanished By The Lake Wednesday, Channel 4, 10pm French crime. Lise Stocker, head of the Paris Crime Bureau, returns to her small hometown to look after her mother, only to find a teenager has vanished – just like her friends did 15 years ago. Good thing she’s clever.
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Wednesday 13 6.00pm Latest News 6.30 Democracy Now! Politics and discussion from the USA. 7.00 Albion Women Following the Albion Women's team throughout the 2017/18 season. 7.30 Football Heroes A chance to relive the careers of some of the biggest icons of football from the last 15 years. 8.00 Latest News 8.30 Democracy Now! Politics and discussion from the USA. 9.00 The Rosies The Rosies have a chat with Ruthanne Garrett, about spirituality and growing up in a religious family. 9.30 Queer Say Andrew Kay's look at LGBT news and media from around the world with the help of their studio guest. 10.00 FILM: The Christmas Coal Mine Miracle (1977) Drama. Director: Jud Taylor. Stars Kurt Russell, Melissa Gilbert, John Carradine & Andrew Prine. Based on the true story of miners who became trapped underground in a cavein on Christmas Eve. 12.00am Adrenalize
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6.00pm BBC News At Six 6.30 South East Today 7.00 The One Show If it's got Britain talking then it will get talked about on The One Show. Presented by Alex Jones and Matt Baker. 8.00 Mary Berry's Country House Secrets Four-part series. Mary visits Goodwood House, home to the March family and a long line of innovators in the fields of sport and farming. 9.00 The Apprentice Interviews. The final five candidates are summoned to Lord Sugar's newly refurbished offices in the City, where they are joined by some of Lord Sugar's closest associates, who are ready to put the candidates through their paces in the toughest of interviews. 10.00 BBC News At Ten 10.30 South East Today 10.45 Match Of The Day Gary Lineker introduces highlights from all ten midweek Premier League games. 12.25am Junior Doctors: Blood, Sweat And Tears
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6.00pm Celebrity Eggheads Quiz show. 6.30 Strictly - It Takes Two Zoe Ball gives us all the news and gossip from Strictly. 7.00 Celebrity Antiques Road Trip The stars in the vintage cars are actors Felicity Montagu and Clare Holman. 8.00 MasterChef: The Professionals Semifinals week continues as Gregg Wallace, Monica Galetti and Marcus Wareing search for this year's champion. 9.00 Peaky Blinders Period crime drama. Tommy finds himself engaged in bloody battle with Luca Changretta and his gang. The family gather to find out what happened, but Lizzie has even greater news to break. 10.00 The Apprentice: You're Fired Rhod Gilbert and the panel meet the three candidates who didn't make it through. 10.30 Newsnight 11.15 Employable Me Eight job seekers with disabilities battle to find work. 12.15am Rick Stein's Road To Mexico
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6.00pm ITV News Meridian 6.30 ITV Evening News 7.00 Emmerdale Victoria is plagued with doubt. 7.30 Coronation Street Chesney's romantic gesture for Sinead dismays Daniel. 8.00 Gino's Italian Coastal Escape Gino continues his journey in the rugged and wild region that is Calabria. 8.30 Coronation Street Daniel makes Chesney feel sick to his stomach. 9.00 Bancroft Four-part thriller. Bancroft receives a startling blast from the past that brings events from 1990 back to the surface. Katherine wrestles with twists and turns of the new information she is uncovering, and is faced with a chilling truth. 10.00 ITV News At Ten 10.30 ITV News Meridian 10.40 Exposure: Who Cares? Children's Homes Undercover Exposure presents the results of a year-long undercover investigation into privately-run children's care homes. 11.45 Parking Wars 12.35am Jackpot247
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6.00pm The Simpsons 6.30 Hollyoaks Diane is reaching the end of her tether with Tony's behaviour, and James is worried when Tony suggests telling all about Harry. 7.00 Channel 4 News 8.00 The Secret Life Of The Zoo Documentary series revealing the secret lives of animals at Chester Zoo. 9.00 The Channel: The World's Busiest Waterway Access-allareas documentary series delving deep into the busiest stretch of water in the world. New industries and technologies are transforming what the Channel is for. Wind farms are rising like skyscrapers and now a new multi-million-pound electricity cable called Project Nemo is being laid between Britain and Belgium. 10.00 Walter Presents: Vanished By The Lake See highlights. 11.00 999: What's Your Emergency? Documentary series. 12.05am PokerStars Championship
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5.40pm Pointless Celebrities A special celebrity edition of the general knowledge quiz. 6.45 Strictly Come Dancing: The Final See highlights. 9.00 Michael McIntyre's Big Show Family entertainment with Michael McIntyre. Miranda Hart bravely gives Michael her phone in Celebrity Send to All, and there is music from Niall Horan and new comedy material from Michael himself. And whose bedroom will Michael be sneaking into in the return of the Midnight Game Show? 10.10 BBC News The latest national and international news from the BBC. 10.20 Match Of The Day Gary Lineker introduces Premier League highlights. 11.45 The NFL Show Mark Chapman presents the best of the latest action from the NFL, with expert analysis from Osi Umenyiora and Jason Bell, and previews the upcoming games. 12.15am FILM: Surviving Christmas (2004)
6.00pm Latest News 6.30 The Vote The People's Republic of Brighton and Hove Takeover. An isle of sanity in a sea of blue. 7.00 TerraPura NonLeague Show Worthing v Harrow. All the latest non-league football news and action from the region. 8.00 Latest News 8.30 Digital Nation The best of Local TV from across the UK. 9.00 Out With Allan Jay Your weekly guide to what's on and where with a behind-thescenes look at LGBTfriendly venues in and around Brighton. 9.30 DJ Box Get to know the world of DJing and dance music. 10.00 FILM: The Criminal (1960) Drama. Director: Joseph Losey. Stars Stanley Baker, Sam Wanamaker, Patrick Magee & Margit Saad. A racetrack robber escapes from prison & tries to get his hands on the loot from the job. 12.00am British Wrestling Weekly
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Saturday 16 6.00pm Latest News 6.30 DJ Box Get to know the world of DJing and dance music. 7.00 Albion Women Following the Albion Women's team throughout the 2017/18 season - including game highlights and interviews. 7.30 Football Heroes A chance to relive the careers of some of the biggest icons of football from the last 15 years. 8.00 Latest News 8.30 Adrenalize Highpowered thrills and spills from the world of extreme sports. 9.00 Queer Say Andrew Kay's look at LGBT news and media from around the world with the help of their studio guest. 9.30 Queer Say Andrew Kay's look at LGBT news and media from around the world with the help of their studio guest. 10.00 FILM: The Criminal (1957) 1960. Drama. Director: Joseph Losey. Stars Stanley Baker, Sam Wanamaker, Patrick Magee & Margit Saad. A racetrack robber escapes from prison & tries to get his hands on the loot from the job. 12.00am Tramshed Sessions
The Graham Norton Show Friday, BBC1, 10.35pm It hit the screens on Thursday, it’s the movie everyone has been waiting for and waving their light sabres in anticipation of (going ZZzzVVv ZzzVvv – right noise, natch) – our Graham has the stars of the new Star Wars film on his sofa. Take a breath. Get the lowdown from Daisy Ridley, Mark Hamill et al.
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5.05pm Roger Moore: Talking Pictures An examination of The Saint, James Bond and countless other roles, as well as the private life of Roger Moore. 6.05 FILM: Escape To Athena (1979) Starring Roger Moore, Telly Savalas, David Niven and Stefanie Powers. A World War II adventure, involving a group of Allied POWs, Nazis, black market priceless art treasures, Greek resistance, a Greek monastery, and a secret German rocket base. 8.00 Attenborough’s Life That Glows David Attenborough turns his attention to the luminescent creatures and features of the world. 9.00 Feud: Bette and Joan See highlights. 10.45 QI XL Sandi Toksvig looks at operations. 11.30 Jeff Lynne’s ELO – Wembley or Bust Wembley or Bust is a thrilling new concert film that documents Jeff Lynne's ELO playing their triumphant concert for a massive audience at Wembley Stadium on June 24, 2017. 12.45am FILM: Shadow Of The Vampire (2000)
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6.05pm Regional News and Weather 6.15 ITV News 6.30 FILM: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) Directed by Peter Jackson. Starring Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen, Richard Armitage. Fantasy adventure film set within the fictional realm of Middle Earth. A young and rather reluctant Bilbo Baggins sets out with a company of dwarves to help reclaim their home on the Lonely Mountain, which has been invaded by the dragon Smaug, who is most unwilling to leave. 9.45 ITV News 10.00 FILM: The Hangover (2009) Directed by Todd Phillips. Starring Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis. Comedy about a group of friends who go to Las Vegas for a bachelor party and wake up to a trashed hotel room, a missing groom and no memory of the previous night's events. 11.55 Tonight at the London Palladium Bradley Walsh presents another packed evening of entertainment. 12.45am Jackpot247
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6.00pm Word Of The Year This one-off programme explores the words that made it big in 2017. Can you spot a 'hatfish' or a 'manfant'? 7.00 Guy Martin Vs The Robot Car Motorcycle racer and lorry mechanic Guy Martin investigates the most disruptive new technology to be introduced to the automotive world: autonomous vehicles. 8.00 The World’s Most Expensive Presents Even when money is no object, buying the perfect present for a loved one who has everything can be difficult. 9.00 FILM: Pitch Perfect (2012) Starring Anna Kendrick, Anna Camp and Rebel Wilson star in Jason Moore's teen music comedy. Beca Mitchell and another outsider, Fat Amy, are soon co-opted into joining the college's allfemale a cappella group, the Barden Bellas 11.10 FILM: The Inbetweeners Movie (2011) Comedy. 1.00am FILM: Tomorrow, When The War Began (2010)
6.00pm Latest News 6.30 Family, Faith And Fun Sarah Hopwood presents show looking at a different emotion every week and how it relates to family life, the Christian faith, and a sense of fun. 7.00 Rugby AM Alex Simmons hosts a Rugby League Chat Show. 8.00 Latest News 8.30 Brighton Album Chart Show Probably the coolest music video chart on telly. 9.00 AK Soufflé Andrew Kay introduces special guests in this LGBTfocused chat show. 9.30 Out With Allan Jay Your weekly guide to what's on and where with a behind-thescenes look at LGBTfriendly venues in and around Brighton. 10.00 FILM: Hoffman (1970) Comedy. Director: Alvin Rakoff. Stars Peter Sellers, Sinead Cusack, Jeremy Bulloch, Ruth Dunning & David Lodge. A businessman blackmails his secretary to spend a romantic holiday with him. 12.10am Noise Reel Extra
5.45pm Countryfile Ellie Harrison and Matt Baker take a closer look at the countryside around us. 6.45 Sports Personality Of The Year 2017 A fantastic and memorable year will be celebrated in style as Gary Lineker, Clare Balding and Gabby Logan present the 2017 BBC Sports Personality Of The Year. In front of a 10,000 strong crowd, live from Liverpool’s Echo Arena. 9.00 The Apprentice The Final. For the final head to head in the fight to win a £250,000 investment, the remaining candidates go to London's Sky Garden in the City. Hoping to help the two front runners flourish are past candidates from this year, who are handpicked to make up the teams. 10.00 The Apprentice: You’re Hired Rhod Gilbert meets the winner, runner-up and Lord Sugar himself. 11.00 BBC News 11.20 South East Today 11.30 Ronny Chieng: International Student Comedy. 11.55 Weather For The Week Ahead 12.00am BBC News
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Feud: Bette and Joan Saturday, BBC2, 9pm A brand new eight-part drama series, starting tonight, following the now legendary feud between Hollywood stars Joan Crawford and Bette Davis. Starring Jessica Lange and Susan Sarandon, as well as Alfred Molina, this chronicles the stuff of tinseltown awe.
Strictly Come Dancing: The Final Saturday, BBC2, 6.45pm Homemade scoring paddles at the ready? Tissues close to hand for when you’re moved to tears? Snacks and drinks within easy reach? Get your prep on, as nothing is dragging us away from this sofa for the final of this year’s Strictly. Join Tess and Claudia for all the excitement.
The League Of Gentlemen Monday, BBC2, 10pm The team are back after a 15 year hiatus with a fourth series in Royston Vasey, settling old scores and digging up old friends. The familiar faces return, with Mark Gatiss, Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith taking up the many guises of the ‘local’ inhabitants.
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6.00pm Celebrity Eggheads Jeremy Vine hosts a special celebrity edition of the quiz show. 6.30 Strictly - It Takes Two Zoe Ball dishes up more backstage gossip as another couple who made the final drops by for a chat. 7.00 Celebrity Antiques Road Trip Blue Peter's Valerie Singleton and Diane Louise Jordan pair up with Paul Laidlaw and Phil Serrell. 8.00 MasterChef: The Professionals Gregg Wallace, Monica Galetti and Marcus Wareing search for this year's champion. 9.00 Blitz: The Bombs That Changed Britain This episode looks at the deadly impact of the incendiary bomb that set fire to St Peter's Church in the historic heart of Bristol. 10.00 Live At The Apollo Rob Beckett is your host as he introduces rising comedy stars Jen Brister and Darren Harriott to the stage. 10.30 Newsnight 11.15 The Year In Music 2017 12.15am Employable Me
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6.00pm ITV News Meridian 6.30 ITV Evening News 7.00 Emmerdale Moira faces a stark choice. 7.30 The Butcher Surgeon: A Scandal Uncovered - Tonight One of the worst scandals in medical history, detailing how a rogue surgeon performed botched or unnecessary operations on more than 1,000 women. 8.00 Emmerdale The horrifying truth finally emerges. Lives will be changed forever. 8.30 Paul O'Grady: For The Love Of Dogs Paul O'Grady has his work cut out at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home. 9.00 Bancroft Four-part thriller. Katherine and Anya make a determined push to get to the bottom of the Laura Fraser case once and for all, hatching a plan to get the DNA evidence they desperately need. 10.00 ITV News At Ten 10.30 ITV News Meridian 10.40 Birds Of A Feather Festive special. 11.40 Tonight At The London Palladium 12.35am Jackpot247
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6.00pm The Simpsons 6.30 Hollyoaks Diane begs Tony to open up to her, but he is busy preparing for his fancy dress throwback party. Cindy tries her luck with Tony. An old face returns. Tom and Holly do some detective work and find out that Milo is not as he seems. 7.00 Channel 4 News 8.00 Amazing Spaces See highlights. 9.00 The Crystal Maze: Celebrity Christmas Special Richard Ayoade guides a team of intrepid celebrity adventurers Gold medal-winning Olympians Ellie Simmonds and Nicola Adams, Made in Chelsea's Ollie Locke, The Saturdays and Strictly star Mollie King, and Murder in Successville comedian Tom Davis are the team. 10.00 Extraordinary Teens: School Of Life And Deaf Documentary that reveals what it is like to grow up as a deaf teenager. 11.00 Naked Attraction Dating show. 12.00am Random Acts
6.00pm Latest News 6.30 The Vote Guests from the world of politics discuss local and national issues. 7.00 Moments Of Truth: Sports First-hand stories from sporting events. 8.00 Latest News 8.30 Live From the Roadee Live music from the Roadee - a mobile recording studio. 9.00 QTube Brighton Pride 2017: Exclusive highlights of this summer's Pride from the parade to Preston Park. 9.30 Guy Lloyd's 2Minute Telly Show Guy Lloyd explores the subjects that affect our everyday life by canvassing the views of the general public. 9.35 FILM: Peyton Place (1957) Drama. Director: Mark Robson. Stars Lana Turner, Hope Lange, Lee Philips, Diane Varsi & Lloyd Nolan. An adaptation of Grace Metalious' popular novel. A New England town hides secrets & scandals. 12.40am Noise Reel Extra: The Great Escape
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6.00pm BBC News At Six 6.30 South East Today 7.00 The One Show 7.30 A Question Of Sport Sue Barker hosts the lighthearted sports quiz. 8.00 EastEnders The pressure mounts for Max. 8.30 Still Open All Hours Granville has some outdated Christmas puddings to sell. 9.00 Have I Got News For You Regular team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host David Tennant and panellists. 9.30 Mrs Brown's Boys New Year Special Comedy. When a handsome stranger appears in Foley's Pub, everyone presumes he must be after Cathy. But the stranger only has eyes for one special woman: Agnes Brown. 10.00 BBC News At Ten 10.25 South East Today 10.35 The Graham Norton Show See highlights. 11.25 Would I Lie To You? Rob Brydon hosts the comedy panel show. 11.55 The Apprentice 12.55am Weather For The Week Ahead
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6.00pm Strictly - It Takes Two Zoe Ball presents the final one-hour Friday show live from the Strictly ballroom ahead of the grand final. 7.00 Celebrity Antiques Road Trip Stars of The Bill, best friends Roberta Taylor and Trudie Goodwin, set off from Glasgow. 8.00 Mastermind John Humphrys presents another heat of the classic quiz. 8.30 Only Connect Victoria Coren Mitchell hosts the quiz. 9.00 The Sweet Makers At Christmas Four modern confectioners immerse themselves in the world of their professional predecessors, discovering how sweet makers helped shape the way we celebrate Christmas today. 10.00 QI Sandi Toksvig looks at operations.With Bill Bailey, Katherine Ryan, Rhod Gilbert and Alan Davies. 10.30 Newsnight 11.05 Expedition Volcano Two-part documentary. 12.05am The Operation That Ruined My Life Panorama
6.00pm ITV News Meridian 6.30 ITV Evening News 7.00 Emmerdale Nicola is concerned. 7.30 Coronation Street Chesney goes to extreme lengths to punish Daniel. 8.00 Judge Rinder's Crown Court The iconic courtroom drama of the 1970s and 1980s returns with a brand new case, introduced by Judge Rinder. 8.30 Coronation Street Chesney accuses Daniel of assault. 9.00 I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! Coming Out Viewers have seen them survive weeks in the Australian jungle, with no contact with the outside world and under the spotlight of the world's media, but now the celebrities get ready to embark on life back in the real world. 10.00 ITV News At Ten 10.30 ITV News Meridian 10.45 Through The Keyhole Keith Lemon returns with a special I'm a Celebrity-themed episode of the show. 11.45 Play To The Whistle - Extra Time 12.20am Jackpot247
6.00pm The Simpsons 6.30 Hollyoaks Holly and Tom question why Milo has been hiding information. He eventually opens up, but will he reveal the whole truth? 7.00 Channel 4 News 8.00 Jamie And Jimmy's Friday Night Feast Food series presented by Jamie Oliver and Jimmy Doherty from their cafe at the end of Southend pier. Sarah Millican gets her first ever cooking lesson, as Jamie recreates her favourite microwave meal in order to get Sarah cooking from scratch and weaned off convenience food. 9.00 Gogglebox Comedy series in which TV viewers share critiques from the comfort of their sofas. 10.00 The Last Leg The satirical comedy show hosted by Adam Hills, Alex Brooker and Josh Widdicombe. 11.05 First Dates Dating reality series following those looking for love in a restaurant. 12.10am FILM: Monsters: Dark Continent (2014)
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5.25pm FILM: Nativity! (2009) Comedy. Starring Martin Freeman, Marc Wootton, Jason Watkins and Ashley Jensen. An improvised comedy based around a school nativity play. 7.00 Life In Polar Bear Town With Gordon Buchanan Presenter and wildlife cameraman Gordon Buchanan heads to Canada at the peak of bear season, to discover what life is really like in the tiny town that’s become known as the 'Polar Bear capital of the world'. 8.00 James May’s Toy Stories The Motorcycle Diary. James May attempts to build a motorbike and sidecar entirely out of Meccano to take round the Isle of Man's famous TT circuit. 9.00 The Alternativity Unique, hour-long film following the production of a contemporary oneoff performance of the nativity play quite unlike any other. 10.00 Detectorists Christmas Special Special seasonal episode of the awardwinning comedy. 10.30 Match Of The Day 2 11.30 Insert Name Here 12.00am Roger Moore: Talking Pictures
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5.45pm The Chase: Celebrity Special Bradley Walsh presents a special celebrity edition of the quiz show. 6.45 The Chase: The Bloopers Bradley Walsh presents a special programme focusing on all the bits viewers were never meant to see but will want to see again! 7.40 Regional News and Weather 7.50 ITV News 8.00 FILM: The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013) Directed by Peter Jackson. Starring Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage. Second part of the epic fantasy adventure series. Led by Thorin, the thirteen dwarves continue their mission alongside Bilbo Baggins and Gandalf as they look to reclaim their homeland of Erebor back from the clutches of Smaug. 23:05 ITV News 23:25 Through the Keyhole Christmas Special Keith Lemon rifles through three celebrity homes, sniffing out seasonal clues to help the star-studded studio panel guess the identity of the owner. 12.15am Jackpot247
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5.50pm FILM: Miracle On 34th Street (1994) Festive family drama. Richard Attenborough stars in Les Mayfield's charming remake of the 1947 classic as Kris Kringle. 8.00 Coastal Railways With Julie Walters Julie travels from Cardigan Bay to Liverpool. Her trips starts in Aberystwyth, Wales, where she was once 'banned from every pub.' 9.00 Inside Bentley: A Great British Motor Car Bentley Motors have been building bespoke cars for the rich and famous for almost a century, and for the first time in their long history, the doors of its historic home in northwest England have been opened to the cameras 10.00FILM: Die Hard (1988) Bruce Willis stars as the tough New York City cop John McClane in John McTiernan's seminal action-thriller. As Christmas approaches, arch criminal Hans Gruber (Alan Rickman) and his gang hold a group of executives, including McClane's wife Holly (Bonnie Bedelia), hostage in a tower block. 12.35am FILM: Mercury Rising (1998)
6.00pm Latest News The latest news where we are, the latest sports news, plus national and international updates, and the up-to-date forecast for your area and beyond. 6.30 The Vote Guests from the world of politics discuss local and national issues. 7.00 TerraPura NonLeague Show All the latest non-league football news and action from the region. 8.00 Latest News 8.30 Brighton Lights A roundup of the week's must-see events in Brighton, Hove and beyond. 9.00 Tales From The Margins Extra Professor Rainer Schulze presents a series of films looking at issues affecting LGBT+ people around the world. 10.00 FILM: Silver Dream Racer (1980) Drama. Director: David Wickes. Stars David Essex, Beau Bridges, Harry H Corbett & Diane Keen. A motorcycle enthusiast inherits the prototype for an incredibly fast bike, designed by his brother. 12.10am Deliver Us
BBC1
6.00pm BBC News At Six 6.30 South East Today 7.00 The One Show 7.30 Myanmar: The Hidden Truth Panorama Justin Rowlatt reveals how the Rohingya population has been isolated and weakened. 8.00 EastEnders The pressure mounts for Vincent and leaves him in an uncomfortable situation. 8.30 Mary Berry’s Christmas Party Mary Berry opens her kitchen to some of TV's bestloved faces as they join her in cooking delicious dishes especially for her Christmas party. 9.30 Would I Lie To You? At Christmas Rob Brydon hosts a festive edition of the comedy panel show. David Mitchell and Lee Mack are the lightning-quick team captains. 10.00 BBC News At Ten 10.30 South East Today 10.45 Have I Got A Bit More News For You The extended version of the long-running topical news quiz. 11.30 Michael McIntyre's Big Show Family entertainment with Michael McIntyre. 12.30am The Graham Norton Show
6.00pm Celebrity Eggheads Jeremy Vine hosts a special celebrity edition of the quiz show. 6.30 Celebrity Antiques Road Trip Olympic runners Linford Christie and Katharine Merry race to make the most money from antiques. 7.30 Inside the Christmas Factory In this Christmas special, Gregg Wallace, Cherry Healey and Ruth Goodman explore the fascinating factory processes and surprising history behind our favourite festive treats. 8.30 University Challenge 9.00 Employable Me Eight job seekers with disabilities battle to find work. 26-year-old Alan has high-functioning autism. With social interaction being particularly challenging for Alan, will he be able to prove to potential employers he is able to overcome this obstacle to employment? 10.00 The League Of Gentlemen See highlights. 10.30 Newsnight 11.15 Blitz: The Bombs That Changed Britain 12.15am Sign Zone: Countryfile
6.00pm ITV News Meridian 6.30 ITV Evening News 7.00 Emmerdale A villager is arrested. Laurel is on edge. 7.30 Coronation Street Gary distracts Phelan while Anna hunts for evidence. 8.00 Save Money: Good Food Susanna Reid and Matt Tebbutt present the series aiming to cut the amount people spend on food without sacrificing taste or quality. 8.30 Coronation Street Phelan blames Anna as Eileen is taken to hospital. 9.00 Birds of a Feather Christmas Special The House for the Rising Sons. With Pauline Quirke, Linda Robson. Festive special of the Essex-set sitcom. 10.00 ITV News at Ten 10.30 Regional News and Weather 11.45 Killer Women with Piers Morgan Piers travels to Homestead Correctional Institution in Florida to meet Amber Wright who, at the age of just fifteen, conspired with a group of friends to murder her exboyfriend. 11.45 Fraud – How They Steal Your ID 12:35 Jackpot247
6.00pm The Simpsons 6.30 Hollyoaks Tony and Diane end up arguing at the carol concert, while Luke and Mandy cross wires. 7.00 Channel 4 News 8.00 Paul Hollywood: A Baker's Life Cookery series with Paul Hollywood. 8.30 Supershoppers Consumer programme hosted by Anna Richardson and Sabrina Grant looking at Britain's biggest brands and retailers. 9.00 Old People’s Home For 4 Year Olds At Chrsitmas With social isolation one of the biggest problems for the elderly, and never more so than during the Christmas period, Old People's Home for 4 Year Olds reunites the residents of St Monica Trust, with some of their young friends. 10.00 First Dates Dating reality series following those looking for love in a restaurant. 11.05 Sarah Millican Home Bird Live Awardwinning comedian Sarah Millican performs to her home crowd at the Tyne Theatre in Newcastle. 12.10am FILM: The Women In Black (2012)