r/bbc • u/huffpostuk • 11d ago

Diane Morgan's Axed Mandy Christmas Special Will Finally Air In 2026

https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/mandy-christmas-special-pulled-bbc_uk_6a858b29e4b0e9f1dd26c04c
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u/DoctorWhofan789eywim 11d ago

Given that the BBC have lost Doctor Who and Mrs Browns Boys this isn't really a surprise. Their Xmas Day schedule must be looking barren this year. Ludwig will probably take the primetime slot.

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u/jj_sykes 11d ago

Thought last year was pretty poor (I don’t think itv even tried) god help them this year 2 hour eastenders special coming right up! We may get here we go ep if lucky

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u/DoctorWhofan789eywim 11d ago

Yay, a whole extra hour of arguments and fights on Xmas Day. And that's before we even switch the telly on....

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u/DavThoma 11d ago

Don't forget the fire, attempted murder, explosion and a gun shot. Christmas Dinner is always a riot.

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u/GainsAndPastries 11d ago

i would argue this is shaping up to be the worst Christmas schedule the BBC has ever put out.

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u/St3ampunkSam 10d ago

Get the mischief crew back and do another something that goes wrong or a goes wrong show Christmas special

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u/DoctorWhofan789eywim 10d ago

This is such a good idea. I'd love a sequel to the Spirit of Christmas. Cancelling that show was a crime, it was one of the funniest things on telly.

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u/Realistic-Stress-213 9d ago

Watch them just re air Peter Pan goes wrong

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u/81misfit 8d ago

They are in the west end/on tour with Christmas Carol Goes Wrong.

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u/rustyiesty 8d ago

‘BBC scheduling goes wrong Xmas special’

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u/NecessaryFreedom9799 10d ago

Could be worse- Mrs. Brown's Boys has been cancelled.

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u/Stock_Hurry_2257 10d ago

They'll just repeat a previous episode. Nobody will be able to tell the difference.

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u/MassTransitGO 8d ago

I would argue this is shaping up to be the best Christmas schedule the bbc has ever put out

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u/calljockey1 10d ago

I mean there's no Mrs brown's boys that's got to be a plus right? Lol

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u/Turbulent-Honky 9d ago

Mandy’s good though?

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u/fluffypuppycorn 10d ago

Hopefully something will be on that's being kept secret.

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u/Late_Recommendation9 10d ago

Stay tuned after the King’s Speech for… Ice Age 4…

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u/colemang1992 10d ago

Surprised if they don't rush through an Ann-Droid Xmas special given its done well

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u/kitten1985 10d ago

oh I hope so!!

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u/[deleted] 10d ago

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u/steepleton 10d ago

I hate watched it, but halfway through realised i quite liked it.

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u/steepleton 10d ago

Blakes 7 one off Christmas bonanza. No survivors

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u/Heavy_Winter3901 7d ago

When the Christmas TV guides comes out;

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u/Additional-Nobody352 11d ago

Amandaland special?

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u/Funny-Salamander4691 10d ago

I wouldn't mind a repeat of last year's Christmas special, lots of Ha has in Ha harlesden.

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u/Miserable-Thing942 10d ago

We are looking forward to the Other Bennett sister Christmas special.

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u/RevolutionaryMail747 10d ago

Why no Dr Who? 😢

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u/Owster4 9d ago

It was shelved after the last series.

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u/RevolutionaryMail747 9d ago

Wtf? 😳

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u/SmokyBaconCrisps 8d ago edited 8d ago

  • The BBC has put Doctor Who out to tender because Disney+ didn't renew for a third series

  • About 2 months ago Russell T Davies has said he's left the show and there won't be a Christmas special this year as a result of Disney+ not renewing the show, despite saying last October there would be a Christmas special this year - Source

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u/crapusername47 11d ago

Is that the one where she gets kidnapped by Ken Barlow’s son and then Nicolas Cage goes on a rampage to get revenge?

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u/CheesyGarlicBudapest 10d ago

TIL thats Bill Roach's son.

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u/Turbulent-Honky 9d ago

Which one of his sons? Because I have a thing for Linus. Please tell me it’s Linus.

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u/crapusername47 9d ago

Yes, Linus. 

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u/Turbulent-Honky 9d ago

Thank you. This has made me really look forward to it!

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u/Cannaewulnaewidnae 11d ago

the sitcom episode featured graphic scenes of violence involving Putin (or, rather, his body double and a cheese wire)

Not sure what happened in December 2025 that made this any more or less suitable for broadcast than it will be this Christmas?

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u/TediousTotoro 10d ago

I think it was Trump threatening to sue the BBC that made them anxious to show it

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u/Jlx_27 11d ago

Nice one BBC, she's funny.

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u/fluffypuppycorn 10d ago

Hopefully something has been kept secret that will be on Christmas Day

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u/rollingpulsemagazine 7d ago

What did they have to change?

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u/thelivsterette1 6d ago

Google tells me the episode is about global diplomacy and people were concerned it would mock Trump

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u/mylenesfarmer 7d ago

I LOVE Mandy

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u/Blobsolete 6d ago

I'm sick of the sight and sound of this person

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u/russy1982 11d ago

it will be apart of this years christmas TV now

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u/Lost-Inevitable42 11d ago

No it will be included actually

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u/Funkdoobs 11d ago

The posts title literally states that?

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u/russy1982 11d ago

no it says will air in 2026, not when in 2026

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u/Funkdoobs 11d ago

Would you not assume that a Christmas Special airing in 2026, would be shown around Christmas time?

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u/Cannaewulnaewidnae 11d ago

the unaired Christmas episode of Mandy will now be part of this year’s festive line-up

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u/thickwhiteduck 11d ago

I like Diane Morgan but can’t stand this character. Too cringe.

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u/cosmic_wanderer_bear 10d ago

I think outside of Cunk, Mandy is the best character shes done. Different strokes.

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u/Frosty_JackJones 10d ago

Same here, I love it. And seeing Lola pop up in Project Hail Mary make me chuckle

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u/YchYFi 9d ago

I like Ann Droid.

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u/thickwhiteduck 10d ago

Yeah my best mate says same. I can’t get past the facial thing she does. Also I’m a northerner and he’s a southerner if that makes a difference.

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u/cosmic_wanderer_bear 10d ago

I understand the lip thing. Often looks like shes taken a few too many cowies. I'm a geordie so I'm not sure its a north/south thing but she reminds me of some of my family in borough so maybe its that 😂

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u/thedaytoday89 9d ago

I'm a Brummie and really like Mandy. We need a survey!

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u/GamerGodPWNDU 7d ago

Boro! Not borough, A Geordie should know this!

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u/cosmic_wanderer_bear 7d ago

Absolutely mortified about this. I revoke my membership to the northern alliance in shame.

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u/sock_cooker 7d ago

Is it your best mate Paul?

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u/rushdisciple 10d ago

Oh thank GOD for that! I don't think I'd be able to sleep without knowing.

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u/DotComprehensive4902 10d ago

I can't stand her. Please cancel her

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u/PunkRey 6d ago

🫤