This Christmas, viewers can look forward to a wide array of engaging television programming on December 24, 2024, offering something for everyone to enjoy during the festive season.
Among the highlights is the live broadcast of the "Kerstnachtmis" (Christmas Night Mass) from the St. Joriskerk in Eindhoven, airing on BVN from 11:15 PM to 12:45 AM. Celebrant René Wilmink will lead the service, and it’s expected to draw those interested in the religious aspects of the holiday, making it a significant moment for many families seeking to reconnect with the roots and meaning of Christmas.
Another delightful option for viewers is the romantic drama "Joyeux Noël" on LA UNE, scheduled from 8:45 PM to 11:00 PM. Set during the bleak winter of 1914, amid World War I, the narrative explores the extraordinary Christmas truce where soldiers from opposing sides lay down their weapons to share the holiday spirit. This touching film features actors Jaicy Elliot, Brant Daugherty, Emmanuel Ménard, and Stéphanie Fatout, illustrating how love and camaraderie can emerge even during times of great conflict.
For fans of light-hearted tales, "Christmas Cookies," airing on VTM XMAS, promises to deliver charm and warmth. Viewers can catch the film from 5:25 PM to 7:00 PM and again later from 11:45 PM to 1:15 AM. The plot centers on Hannah, played by Jill Wagner, who finds herself unexpectedly swept up in the small-town Christmas festivities and romance with Jake, the cookie factory owner, transforming her initial disdain for the holiday.
Adding to the festive lineup, Frans Bauer and his family return to television with their show "Kerst met de Bauers" at 9:20 PM on NPO 1. This series has become synonymous with family warmth, capturing how the Bauers prepare for Christmas, from decorating their tree to sharing personal stories. This season, the series reflects on gratitude and giving back, with Bauer expressing his commitment to supporting lonely elderly people during the holidays.
Bauer fondly recalls his childhood Christmases, emphasizing how the holiday was always something special for his family, and he wants to create similar cherished memories for his children. "Kerst is erg speciaal bij ons. Het begint op kerstavond met spelletjes..." This deep connection to family heritage typically resonates strongly with viewers, drawing them to share their own nostalgic retellings of Christmas pasts.
Viewers can also enjoy special holiday episodes from long-running shows and festive films, such as "All You Need Is Love" and "Kerst met de Familie Meilandjes." Meanwhile, Comedy Central adds humor to the holiday with the airing of "Mean Girls" at 8:30 PM, promising to deliver laughter alongside the holiday spirit.
Overall, the Christmas television lineup for December 24, 2024, provides audiences with heartwarming moments, engaging narratives, and opportunities for reflection and connection, perfectly encapsulating the spirit of the season.
