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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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.
Runtime: 15 min i Available on iPlayer

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

Newsround

Topical news magazine for children.
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

SpongeBob SquarePants

Whale Watching
Mr Krabs hires Squidward to babysit Pearl.
Runtime: 15 min i Available on iPlayer

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!
Runtime: 15 min i Available on iPlayer

Gym Stars

Turning Fear into Focus
Din designs her own superhero leotard ready for the English Championships.
Runtime: 20 min i Available on iPlayer

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?
Runtime: 10 min i Available on iPlayer

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.
Runtime: 28 min i Available on iPlayer

Our Black History Heroes

Jay-Z
Amelia tells the story of pioneering entrepreneur and rapper Jay-Z.

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!
Runtime: 15 min i Available on iPlayer

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.
Runtime: 10 min i Available on iPlayer

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!
Runtime: 15 min i Available on iPlayer

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.
Runtime: 25 min i Available on iPlayer

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.
Runtime: 15 min i Available on iPlayer

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

SpongeBob SquarePants

Shopping List
SpongeBob and Sandy collect Krabby Patty ingredients.
Runtime: 15 min i Available on iPlayer

Little Lunch

The Grandparents' Day
Battie’s grandfather is the guest of honour at Grandparents' Day.
Runtime: 15 min i Available on iPlayer

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.
Runtime: 50 min i Available on iPlayer

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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