If you're anything like me, no matter what plans we have for the day we always have the TV running in the background throughout Christmas Day, it's almost like a Christmas tradition for our family. But there's nothing worse than flicking through the channels and finding out a movie you love has been on the last half hour!
Whether you're wanting to plan your day around having a mini-TV break from the chaos, or if you're wanting to ensure you don't miss your favourite show over Christmas, we've got your go-to-guide to the Family Christmas TV schedule for this year, from Christmas Eve to Boxing Day.
Christmas TV shows on our watch list
Christmas Eve (December 24th)
With the exciting, recent release of Moana 2 in Cinemas in November, this Christmas Eve children will be able to watch the original movie at home
Moana will be aired on BBC One at 2:45pm, on Christmas Eve.
A Christmas classic! This is one film that will never get old at Christmas, and if you haven't introduced your little one to Kevin yet, now is the year too!
Home Alone will be aired on Channel 4 at 6:00pm, on Christmas Eve.
Christmas Day (December 25th)
After all the chaos of Christmas morning, Toy Story 3 will air at just the right time to keep little ones entertained while you start Christmas cooking (or just want to enjoy a drink in peace!)
Toy Story 3 will be aired on BBC One at 11:20am, on Christmas Day.
Another favourite with those mischievous Minions, the 2022 movie will be showing at dinner time on Christmas Day.
Minions: The Rise of Gru will be aired on BBC One at 12:55pm, on Christmas Day.
Boxing Day (December 26th)
Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust will be gracing your TV screen on Boxing Day morning, which is the perfect show to relax watching after a long and busy Christmas Day.
Inside Out will be aired on BBC One at 9:55am, on Boxing Day.
The nation's favourite bear will be on TV this Boxing Day. If you've not seen the new Paddington film in cinema's yet, watching the first movie is a great place to start.
Paddington will be aired on BBC One at 1:50pm, on Boxing Day.
Family Christmas TV schedule for Christmas Eve
• 7:35am on Channel 4: The Tiger Who Came To Tea - 24 minutes
• 2pm on ITV1: Shrek The Halls - 30 minutes
• 2:45pm on BBC One: Moana - 1 hour 47 minutes
• 4:50pm on BBC One: Shrek - 1 hour 29 minutes
• 3pm on Channel 4: The Snowman - 26 minutes
• 3:30pm on Channel 4: The Snowman and the Snowdog - 52 minutes
• 6pm on Channel 4: Home Alone - 1 hour 43 minutes
• 8pm on Channel 4: The Great Festive Bake Off 2024 - 59 minutes
Christmas TV schedule for Christmas Day
• 7:35am on Channel 4: The Tiger Who Came To Tea - 24 minutes
• 2pm on ITV1: Shrek The Halls - 30 minutes
• 2:45pm on BBC One: Moana - 1 hour 47 minutes
• 4:50pm on BBC One: Shrek - 1 hour 29 minutes
• 3pm on Channel 4: The Snowman - 26 minutes
• 3:30pm on Channel 4: The Snowman and the Snowdog - 52 minutes
• 6pm on Channel 4: Home Alone - 1 hour 43 minutes
• 8pm on Channel 4: The Great Festive Bake Off 2024 - 59 minutes
Christmas TV schedule for Boxing Day
• 9:55am on BBC One: Inside Out - 1 hour 35 minutes
• 10:10am o****n** Channel 4:** We’re Going on a Bear Hunt - 30 minutes
• 11:15am on BBC One: The Boss Baby 2 - 1 hour 47 minutes
• 1:50pm on BBC One: Paddington - 1 hour 35 minutes
• 5:45pm on BBC One: Roald Dahl's Matilda: The Musical - 1 hour 57 minutes
• 7:30pm on ITV 1: The Masked Singer Christmas Special - 43 minutes
• 9:15pm on BBC One: Outnumbered Christmas Special - 40 minutes
Maria Martin is Digital Group Editor for Yours.co.uk and Motherandbaby.com. She is a mum-of-two with a passion for helping women from all walks of life – from supporting breastfeeding mothers with expert advice to encouraging conversations about mental health. In her professional role, she has over 10 years' experience in the digital world, including editing articles, focussing on SEO, social media engagement, picture researching and video editing.