The holiday season is upon us, and this year, television promises to deliver plenty of laughs with festive specials from some beloved comedies. Audiences can look forward to special episodes of
Mrs Brown’s Boys and the classic
Only Fools and Horses, each bringing their unique brand of humor to Christmas and New Year’s Day celebrations.
This Christmas,
Mrs Brown’s Boys is making its return with not just one, but two special episodes. According to the BBC, the first episode will air on Christmas Day, December 25, at 11.05 PM and will finish at 11.35 PM. The second episode is set for New Year’s Day, January 1, at 10.30 PM, and like its predecessor, it will also run for 30 minutes.
Listeners can expect quite the laugh as things get festive. The synopsis for the Christmas episode reveals, "It’s Christmas in Finglas again and Agnes is failing to convince the gang she’s not grumpy! Meanwhile, Cathy pulls the Finglas community together in support of a festive good cause and Buster sources a sustainable tree." It seems fans of the show will be treated to the usual blend of hilarity and heartwarming moments.
But the fun doesn’t stop there! The New Year’s Day episode promises action and adventure as it teases viewers with, "Agnes turns her spare room to a bed and breakfast but there’s an escaped dangerous criminal on the loose in Finglas – what could possibly go wrong?" Featuring special guest Steve Spiers, this episode aims to kick off the New Year with excitement.
Turning back to nostalgia, viewers may also want to tune in to the classic sitcom
Only Fools and Horses, which aired its Christmas special back on December 25, 1996. The episode, titled
Time on Our Hands, follows the Trotters as they navigate family dynamics during the holidays. With Raquel inviting her estranged parents for dinner, everything seems to hinge on making the right impression. Just as they settle down to enjoy the meal, there’s trouble with the gravy boat, threatening to spoil the occasion.
But like all good comedies, the unexpected often provides the best laughs. The Trotters’ fortunes may take a turn for the best when Del's 'father-in-law' discovers what could be a valuable watch among the Trotters' junk. What follows promises to deliver the kind of shock and laughter fans have come to love about the show.
These specials encapsulate the essence of the holiday spirit, delivering joy through humor and warmth when families gather around their televisions. With two festive episodes of
Mrs Brown’s Boys and the nostalgic charm of
Only Fools and Horses, there’s no shortage of comedy to brighten our holidays.
So as the festive season rolls on, be sure to cozy up with your loved ones and catch these special episodes filled with laughter and unforgettable moments.
