Feathers McGraw is back and that spells trouble for Wallace and Gromit in this eagerly awaited return for the claymation legends. But what has the villainous penguin got in store for our heroes? When Wallace invents a “smart gnome” that seems to have a mind of its own, he finds himself in trouble. But who is really controlling Norbot? As ever, Aardman’s work is effortlessly charming and the fine voice cast includes Reece Shearsmith, Peter Kay and Diane Morgan.
Every morning, Tiddler, a tiny fish with an overactive imagination, makes up a new excuse for being late for school – until a real adventure gives him a scary shock. This animated version of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s story is a colourful, kid-friendly delight, with the voices of Lolly Adefope, Hannah Waddingham and Rob Brydon. The sweet but hilarious Nicola Coughlan is a great fit for a Who guest star, particularly as Ncuti Gatwa’s fashion-forward Doctor is currently between companions.
Can the pair unravel the mysteries of the Time Hotel and save Christmas (while also avoiding being eaten by a dinosaur)? Claudia Winkleman spreads good cheer in Battersea Power Station, as Brad Kella (winner of the last series) plays his magical first single Home to Me, in this standalone episode. Other lovely pieces performed include Walking in the Air and Joni Mitchell’s River. Omelettes at the ready: it’s time for the Christmas TV schedule’s most anticipated 90 minutes, as the beloved Billericay-to-Barry-I.
