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Quentin Blake’s clown
7:40 p.m., channel 4
Toy story: The inimitable children’s illustrator brings his 1980 book to life for this special small screen, narrated by Helena Bonham Carter. Telling the story of an abandoned toy clown trying to find a new home for himself and his new unloved friends, we witness a spectacular journey through city streets, school assemblies, and finally to a loving home. where it’s neat, imperfections and everything. It comes to life with animation that reproduces Blake’s wonderfully fluid ink and watercolor style. A real Christmas treat. Ammar Kalia
Zog and the Flying Doctors
2:35 p.m., BBC One
An animated adaptation of a Julia Donaldson bestseller has become a festive family tradition. This year we find the cute dragon Zog – last spotted in 2018 – in his new role as a scaly air ambulance. Can he save Doctor Princess Pearl from his bossy father (Rob Brydon)? Vertu Graeme
Strictly Come Dancing: The Countdown to Christmas
4:45 p.m., BBC One
The British general public delivers its verdict on a very British institution, Strictly Come Dancing. If you’re tired of arguing with your family about Christmas dinner, why not discuss this countdown to the 25 Most Memorable Dances of All Time from the Series. IF
Call the midwife
7:40 p.m., BBC One
More of the usual festive tragedy and redemption of a show whose tale of service and sacrifice in adversity could touch more of a chord than ever this year. It’s 1965 and financial challenges mean change is underway at Nonnatus House. There is also an eventful visit to a circus. Phil harrison
Victoria Wood: the secret list
9:10 p.m., BBC Two
Another compilation, this time in homage to the infamous Victoria Wood comic. The show features over 20 sketches of his career, chosen by Wood from a list of notebooks of his favorite works found after his death. There are also extracts from his personal archives. IF
Mrs Brown’s Christmas Special for Boys
10 p.m., BBC One
Insert your own “like 2020 wasn’t bad enough…” gag and here is the special Christmas wreath gem. Ms. Brown starts off with her head in Grandpa’s butt and it doesn’t get much better from there. He’s riddled with Covid references and penis gags. Winner. Hannah verdier
Choice of film
Florence Foster Jenkins (Stephen Frears, 2016) 11:05 p.m., BBC Four
In the 1940s in New York City, Florence Foster Jenkins gained affectionate notoriety as “the world’s worst singer” – a socialite turned talentless diva who nevertheless attracted a loyal following. Meryl Streep is wonderful as Jenkins and Hugh Grant is her perfect foil. Paul Howlett.
Live sport
College football 7:30 p.m., BT Sport ESPN. College football clash that has yet to be announced.
NFL: New Orleans Saints vs. Minnesota Vikings 9 p.m. Sky Sports Main Event. Mercedes-Benz Superdome NFC Match.
Cricket Test: Australia v India 11:15 pm, BT Sport 2. Coverage of the first day of the second Test in the series.
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