Here’s Where To Watch The Best Christmas TV Episodes This Year

Every season of Gilmore Girls has a Christmas-themed episode, but we think they did it best the first time around. Forgiveness and Stuff sees Lorelai (Lauren Graham) and Rory (Alexis Bledel) barely speaking after Rory accidentally spends the night with Dean (Jared Padalecki), Lorelai uninvited from her parent's Christmas dinner when she can't make it on time because of work, and the whole family (plus Luke) forced together when Richard has a heart attack and is sent to the hospital. Stream now on Netflix.

On the only Christmas episode of Gossip Girl, Blair Waldorf's dad, Harold, has come home for the holidays with an unexpected guest: his boyfriend, Roman. Blair (Leighton Meester) being Blair finds it hard to mask her disappointment and plots to get rid of Roman for good. Meanwhile, Jenny (Taylor Momsen) and Vanessa (Jessica Szohr) help Serena (Blake Lively) plan the ultimate Christmas surprise for Dan (Penn Badgley)- who has a surprise of his own for Serena. Stream now on Netflix

It's family drama to the max! Grandpa Campbell returns home for the holiday and reveals he owes $1000 to a loan shark – until Tia, Tamera and Lisa secretly repay his debt with money they'd saved for Christmas presents. It's a feel good reminder that family always comes first. Stream now on Prime Video

In hopes of making Christmas feel normal, Johnny (Eugene Levy) wants to host a traditional Rose party just like they used to. However, getting everyone else on board is harder than expected. Stream now on Netflix

This is bound to get some laughs. Will (Simon Bird), unsurprisingly, is elected Chairman of the Organisation Party (after being the only one to have volunteered) for the end-of-term Christmas bash, and naturally ropes the other boys into helping him out. Simon (Joe Thomas), also unsurprisingly, uses the opportunity to declare his love for Carli (Emily Head). Above all, Neil's outfit is unforgettable. Stream now on Channel 4

Spooky Crimbo fans, this Black Mirror Christmas episode is for you. Two men, Matt (Jon Hamm) and Joe, are stationed at a remote polar station in the middle of a snowy wasteland. As they reminisce on stories of their lives, those stories are shown on screen, forming 3 mini-stores all combined into one. Stream now on Netflix

As Ryan (Ben McKenzie) is introduced to a Cohen family holiday tradition, unpleasant memories of the holidays back home resurface. For Marissa (Mischa Barton), the festivities sink her deeper into her depression. Rent on Amazon Prime

After Will (Will Smith) realises Ashley (Tatyana Ali) has never experienced a real Christmas before, he goes out of his way to show her one – decorating the mansion inside and out, and naturally upsetting some neighbours along the way. 'Tis the season! Stream now on Now

Arguably, it's not Christmas without this gem coming on our TV screens. Ten years after the series ended, we saw the families back together once again for a Christmas special. Uncle Bryn's (Rob Brydon) busy cooking dinner, Dawn is in shock, and some scandalous revelations come out in the pub. Stream now on iPlayer

A very reluctant Kris Jenner agrees to allow Kim Kardashian to take over the annual Christmas (or should we say, Krismas) Eve Party, but the whole event is in jeopardy when Kim invites an unwelcome guest. Khloe has to save the day when niece North's hamster suddenly dies, and Kris is determined to understand the unconventional relationship between Kourtney, Scott and Sofia as the three holiday together Mexico. Stream now on Hayu

As Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and her friends plan for a quiet Christmas, Angel (David Boreanaz) is haunted by visions of his demonic past. Meanwhile, Willow (Alyson Hannigan) tries to convince Oz that he's the one for her, and Xander (Nicholas Brendon) tries to adjust to life without Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter). Stream now on Disney+

Just like Gilmore Girls, Friends has a Christmas episode every season - but our firm favourite is from season four. Monica (Courteney Cox) hires Joey (Matt LeBlanc) just so she can fire him, Chandler (Matthew Perry) tries to set Rachel (Jennifer Aniston) up with a coworker, and Ross (David Schwimmer) can't choose between two girls. It's classic Friends, but there's no doubt some bittersweet tears to be shed this year as we remember Matthew Perry. Stream now on Netflix

If some of the best names in UK comedy all in one place is your idea of a Christmas treat, then Motherland's first Christmas special will fit the bill. Schools out for the festive season, what's the worst that could happen? Stream now on BBC iPlayer

The best place to get your annual Christmas photo with Santa? The local superstore, obvs! In this season three episode, Amy (America Ferrera) overhears her co-workers dubbing her the boring employee, so she decides to have a lil bit of fun. Sprinkle in some roommate issues, and it's a classic holiday special. Stream now on Hulu.

Kicking off the episode with some serious holiday blues, Ted (Jason Sudeikis) finds things taking a turn for the better when Rebecca (Hannah Waddingham aka the Queen of Christmas 2023) asks him to help spread some festive cheer. Meanwhile, Roy Kent (Brett Goldstein) ends up with a Christmas miracle of his own. It's a yes from us. Stream now on Apple TV

The first Glee Christmas episode produced some of the show's best holiday tracks, including Lea Michelle's Merry Christmas, Darling to Darren Criss and Chris Colfer's beloved Baby, It's Cold Outside. Honestly, we're just looking for a reason to whip out our karaoke mics. Stream now on Disney+

There's something intrinsically festive about Doctor Who. In their 'A Christmas Carol' episode, the classic Dickens tale takes on a sci-fi twist as Matt Smith stars at the Eleventh Doctor. Singing legend Katherine Jenkins also stars. Stream now on BBC iPlayer.

In a tale as old as time, the Dunphy kids end up on the naughty list as Phil (Ty Burrell) and Claire (Julie Bowen) threaten to 'cancel' Christmas in this season one festive episode. Stream now on Disney+