Let's be honest. While we all have the good intentions of reading a mountain of books over the festive period and having quality time with the family, sometimes endless rounds of Scrabble just doesn't cut it. And that's not because your brother always beats you.

We select the best TV, films and Netflix releases to watch over Christmas and New Year

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

Boxing Day

27th December

28th December

29th December

30th December

New Year's Eve

New Year's Day

2nd January

Film and TV to watch everyday over the Christmas period