BBC Two TV Guide
See what's on BBC Two (BBC2) today with our comprehensive TV guide. View full listings, showtimes, and upcoming programmes for documentaries, drama, and comedy. See what's on BBC Two on Tuesday 23 December 2025 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Oppenheimer
The life of J Robert Oppenheimer, the physicist appointed by the US in the race to develop the atomic bomb before the Nazis. But winning that race comes at a cost.
Runtime:
2 hr 50 min
Celebrity MasterChef
The three remaining celebrity chefs compete to be crowned the 2025 champion. The challenge is to execute a three-course meal that shows just how far they have come in the competition.
Runtime:
1 hr
Richard Osman's House of Games
Festive Week 1: Day 1
Mathew Baynton, Mel Giedroyc, Harriet Kemsley and Charles Venn test their general knowledge skills for a special festive show in Richard Osman's Festive House of Games.
Runtime:
30 min
Celebrity Escape to the Country
Gareth Malone
Choirmaster Gareth Malone is hoping the New Forest property market hits all the right notes as he enlists the help of Sonali Shah to find him a family home in the countryside.
Runtime:
1 hr
Hamza's Hidden Wild Isles
Winter
Wildlife cameraman Hamza Yassin spends the winter months revealing hidden natural spectacles that occur throughout the British Isles.
The Greatest Story Ever Told
Sweeping cinematic retelling of the life of Jesus Christ. From his lowly but venerated birth through his adult years roving the Holy Land, Jesus attracts admirers and enemies unlike any man before.
Runtime:
3 hr 5 min
The Hundred-Foot Journey
The Kadam family, new to France, madden Madame Mallory by opening a restaurant opposite hers. Cook Hassan and sous chef Marguerite are caught in the emotional and culinary crossfire.
Runtime:
1 hr 55 min
Hidden Treasures of the National Trust
Christmas Treasures of the National Trust
The countdown to Christmas is on as the teams at three unique National Trust houses each race against the clock to deck their halls in time for their dazzling festive openings.
Runtime:
1 hr
Spartacus
76 BC. Born into slavery, the gladiator Spartacus longs for freedom and soon finds himself at the head of an army of slaves in revolt against the might of the Roman Empire.
Runtime:
3 hr
Celebrity Antiques Road Trip
Episode 12
TV quizzers Anne Hegerty and Shaun Wallace are on a chase to find profit making antiques. Experts James Braxton and Margie Cooper offer the wisdom in this competition.
Runtime:
1 hr
Richard Osman's House of Games
Festive Week 1: Day 2
Mathew Baynton, Mel Giedroyc, Harriet Kemsley and Charles Venn test their general knowledge skills for a special festive show in Richard Osman's Festive House of Games.
Runtime:
30 min
Celebrity Mastermind
Episode 2
Clive Myrie asks the questions as Sally Ann Matthews, Yinka Bokinni, Felicity Ward and Michael Bradley go under the spotlight in the celebrity version of the classic quiz.
Runtime:
30 min
Only Connect
The Only Connect Pub Quiz: Hopsters v Taverners
Charge your glasses, it’s the Only Connect Pub Quiz! 4: Revolver, 3: Swept Away, 2: Snatch… what comes next?
Runtime:
30 min
University Challenge
UCL v Leeds
Alumni teams from UCL and Leeds reunite for a second chance at being crowned Christmas University Challenge champions. Amol Rajan asks the questions.
Runtime:
30 min
QI XL
Winter Wonderland
Julian Clary, Fatiha El-Ghorri, Jimmy Carr and Alan Davies visit Sandi Toksvig's winter wonderland for the QI Christmas special.
Runtime:
45 min
Live at the Apollo
Christmas Special
In this special Christmas episode, the magnificent Josh Widdicombe introduces comedians Andrew Mensah and Harriet Kemsley to the stage.
Runtime:
45 min
Slumdog Millionaire
An orphan from the slums of Mumbai makes it all the way to the final question of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. The police think he must be cheating, but Jamal's whole life has led to this moment.
Runtime:
1 hr 55 min
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on BBC Two tonight?
Tonight (Tuesday 23 December) on BBC Two, you can watch Richard Osman's House of Games, Celebrity Mastermind, Only Connect, and University Challenge. Check the full schedule for more details.
How can I watch BBC Two live?
You can watch BBC Two live on the official bbc.co.uk website or app. Use the 'Watch Live' button to go directly to the player.
When does programming end on BBC Two today?
Today's programming on BBC Two ends at 00:25 with Slumdog Millionaire.
Is this TV schedule shown in UK time or my local time?
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