CBBC TV Guide
CBBC entertains kids aged 6-12 with laugh-out-loud comedy, gripping drama, educational shows and trusted news from the UK and beyond. See what's on CBBC on Wednesday 17 December 2025 with full listings and upcoming programmes.
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Channel 5
ITV2
ITV3
ITV4
E4
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This is CBBC!
This is CBBC!
Tune every day from 7.00am.
Runtime:
1 hr 30 min
Shaun the Sheep
An Ill Wind
Children's animation. The Farmer receives a huge electricity bill and decides to build a wind turbine to power the farmhouse. But Shaun has other ideas for its use.
Runtime:
10 min
Danger Mouse
Animated series. Playtime is over as Danger Mouse battles an army of vengeful soft toys. Pink Dawn's henchman teddy bear Snuggles is on an angry rampage.
Runtime:
10 min
Super Happy Magic Forest
The Mushroom King
Whilst on a quest to return the Icicle of Destiny, Trevor topples into a cavern of tiny mushrooms who treat him like a king.
Boy Girl Dog Cat Mouse Cheese
Pool Party Crashers
Dog has been hired as a security guard at the new community pool. When the kids discover the long line at the pool, they try to convince Dog to break the rules and let them in.
Runtime:
10 min
Grizzy and the Lemmings
Sound and Light
The Lemmings use magic Chinese lanterns for sound and light shows.
Runtime:
10 min
Grizzy and the Lemmings
Hero Despite Himself
The Lemmings lay hands on an ancient console, and Grizzy is transported into the game.
Runtime:
5 min
Odd Squad
The Odd Squad investigate strange events. Olive and Otto help Santa track down his missing reindeer. Also, Oscar helps Ms O get off Santa's naughty list.
Runtime:
10 min
The Strange Chores
Help Frank
A bully at school is bothering Charlie, but when Frank the Monster comes back into their lives, Charlie sees a chance for revenge.
Runtime:
15 min
Danny and Mick
Crazy Golf
Danny and Mick put together a golf course made out of the centre’s recycling.
Runtime:
10 min
Bitesize Daily: 7-9 Year Olds
Well-being - Sleep and Exercise
Learn about the effects of poor sleep, how exercise can be fun and how to develop good sleep and exercise habits.
Runtime:
25 min
Operation Ouch! Do Try This at Home
Itchy Crusty Scabs
The doctors look at scabs and explain why they shouldn't be scratched - unless it’s a Do Try edible scab!
Gym Stars
Turning Fear into Focus
Din designs her own superhero leotard ready for the English Championships.
What's Cooking Omari?
Omari's Kickin' Jackfruit Curry
Chef Omari is cooking up the family’s favourite - a Jamaican-inspired jackfruit curry. But will it be better than the one his grandma makes?
Deadly 60
Killers
Steve Backshall has encountered some incredible animals on his search around the planet, including those that are deadly to humans. They're looked at in detail here.
The Dengineers
Revisits 2
Joe and Meryl take a look back at some of the amazing dens from past series and catch up with some of our Dengineers to see how the dens have changed their lives.
Runtime:
30 min
Operation Ouch!
Episode 6
The doctors try to trick their body temperatures, and Dr Xand tries to stop his body giving him away when he tells fibs in a lie detector test.
Runtime:
30 min
Horrible Histories
Episode 2
Historical sketch show. Henry VIII appears on a TV show hoping to raise money from his antique abbeys. Also, Charles Darwin sings about his theory of natural selection.
Runtime:
30 min
Danny and Mick
Smoothie Operators
Danny and Mick are in charge of the cafe. They’ve just about got the hang of it when a new automated smoothie maker arrives.
Runtime:
10 min
Andy and the Band
Dance Like Nobody's Watching
Pushed out of his comfort zone, Blu must tackle his inability to dance in order to put on a show and impress a celebrity judge. The whole school is counting on him!
Runtime:
20 min
Bro's in Control
Say As I Say, Sir
The bros go back to school as undercover teachers but have to do as the other says! Luckily, Glow Up Star Axel is there to help disguise the Bros as Mr Longgrass and Mr Pickles.
Runtime:
15 min
Octonauts: Above & Beyond
Antarctica Rescue
Paani and a skua are swept away by melting ice. Dashi and Natquik rush to save them!
Big Lizard
Dad's Drone
Big Lizard wants to fly Dad's new drone but first has to prove he can go a whole day without breaking a thing.
Runtime:
5 min
Danger Mouse
Sir Danger de Mouse
Animated series. The Queen of Weevils returns and magically convinces Danger Mouse he is a medieval knight on a quest to rescue a fair maiden.
Runtime:
15 min
Danger Mouse
The Duckula Show
Animated series. Duckula kidnaps the writers and Danger Mouse faces being written out of his own show. DM calls on the help of the sound department.
Runtime:
10 min
Super Happy Magic Forest
The heroes discover that their latest quest - delivering 30 birthday balloons to Mr Friendlyface’s cousin - isn’t as easy as they expected.
Ninja Express
Temper Tantrums
When their dear friend and very first customer, Bonnie, orders a tent, the Ninjas travel down memory lane as they recount their first meeting and first ever delivery!
Winx Club - The Magic Is Back
Stella's New Crush
Bloom learns from Faragonda that she possesses the powerful Dragon Flame, but she fears the dangers it might bring. Meanwhile, Stella is excited about a blind date with the mysterious Prince Luke.
Horrible Histories
Horrible Histories brings you a cracking Christmas special, delving into the origins of the festive season.
Runtime:
25 min
Secret Life of Boys
Day Eight
Ethan and Ginger finally start talking again, until Ginger admits to Ethan that she may be the reason that Penny dumped him!
Runtime:
5 min
Shaun the Sheep
Hide and Squeak
Children's stop-motion animation. A cute mouse appears in the farmhouse and terrorises the farmer. It takes refuge in Shaun's fleece to escape from Pidsley the cat.
Runtime:
10 min
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
School of Life
In an attempt to enhance her teaching skills, Miss Mistry arranges to tag along with Dennis and the gang after school.
Runtime:
10 min
Super Happy Magic Forest
Quester of the Year
The heroes are lured away by a cloaked figure to compete for the title of Quester of the Year, leaving the forest with no-one to protect its scones.
Boy Girl Dog Cat Mouse Cheese
The Room Mate
Driven to distraction by boisterous behaviour, Girl decides to move into the Grampavan. Although it seems great for Girl, her siblings realise how much they miss her.
Runtime:
10 min
Boy Girl Dog Cat Mouse Cheese
Cheese's Crummy Christmas
To celebrate Christmas, Mum and Dad suggest that the siblings make each other gifts. When Dog is assigned to give a gift to Cheese, she sneaks to find out what the gift is.
Runtime:
15 min
Grizzy and the Lemmings
Sounds and Visions
The Lemmings find an ultra-modern glowing cabin they can use for their party.
Runtime:
5 min
Little Lunch
The Grandparents' Day
Battie’s grandfather is the guest of honour at Grandparents' Day.
Odd Squad
Happy Halfiversary
The Odd Squad investigates strange events. The agents celebrate an important milestone in their partnership.
Runtime:
10 min
Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir
Miraculous World: London, at the Edge of Time
Marinette must travel through time to save the future.
Pokémon: XY
Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction
When destruction rises, can life prevail?
Runtime:
1 hr 15 min
Blue Peter
Table Tennis Skills Masterclass
Abby is given a masterclass from the UK’s youngest Paralympic table tennis medallist, Bly Twomey.
Runtime:
8 min
This is CBBC!
This is CBBC!
Tune every day from 7.00am.
Runtime:
10 hr 32 min
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