We can all agree that New Year's Eve is one of those occasions that rarely goes as planned, so we reckon planning a night in on 31 December might be the best way forward.
If you want a quiet night in front of the telly, but don't fancy watching a film on NYE, take a look at what will be on the box in the New Year's Eve TV schedule while you tuck into your takeaway instead. Scroll down to the bottom of the list find some fantastic New Year's Day offerings too, including Vera and Gavin & Stacey: A Fond Farewell. Don't forget, Harlan Coben's Missing You will also be available to watch on Netflix, with all episodes dropping on the 1st January!
BBC One
EastEnders - 7.30pm
It wouldn't be the festive season without some drama in Albert Square. Suki and Eve get the surprise of their lives as Nish is lurking in the shadows, ready to ruin their Hen Night.
Black Panther - 8pm
This year's film offering is the 2018 action-packed Black Panther starring the late Chadwick Boseman, Andy Serkis, Michael B Jordan, Lupita Nyong'o, Letitia Wright and Daniel Kaluuya.
The Graham Norton New Year's Eve Show - 10.25pm
Graham Norton is joined by Robbie Williams, Rami Malek, Motsi Mabuse and John Bishop. Robbie will also provide music with his hit Rock DJ and there will be funny stories in the iconic red chair.
Sophie Ellis-Bextor's New Year's Eve Disco - 11.25pm
The Murder on the Dancefloor singer throws a spectacular New Year's Eve party as we build up to the midnight moment. Sophie performs party anthems from different decades and is joined by some special guest performers.
BBC Two
Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Hogmanay Fishing - 10.30pm
Comedians and best pals Bob Mortimer and Paul Whitehouse go fishing for salmon in Scotland in this repeat from 2018. Of course, they're joined by their trusty canine companion, Ted.
Jools’ Annual Hootenanny - 11.25pm
Jools Holland and guests see in the New Year in fine style with the very best music from an eclectic blend of the biggest stars and the brightest new talent.
ITV
The National Lottery's New Year's Eve Big Bash - 5.45pm
Fleur East and Vernon Kay are hosting a concert at Wembley Arena to celebrate 2024. Olly Alexander, House Gospel Choir, Craig David and Cirque du Soleil's Corteo perform, whilst Richard Armitage and Roman Kemp look back on TV and film from this year.
Emmerdale - 7.45pm
You'll get a special glimpse into 2025 with five flash-forward scenes, but what do they mean? You'll have to wait until next year to find out!
Coronation Street - 8.15pm
Midnight declarations, heart-to-hearts, family dramas, and words of encouragement bring the year to a close for the Weatherfield residents.
No Time to Die - 8.45pm
It wouldn't be New Year's Eve without a James Bond film on the telly and this time it's Daniel Craig's final outing as 007. He's joined by Rami Malek, Léa Seydoux and Ana de Armas.
ITV News and Weather including New Year Bongs - 11.45pm
A round-up of the latest headlines and a celebration of new year.
Channel 4
The Last Leg of the Year - 9pm
Adam Hills, Alex Brooker and Josh Widdicombe are joined by a host of celebrity guests in a bumper satirical spectacular looking back at the highs and lows of the past year.
New Year's Day
Here are some highlights to look out for on New Year's Day, including a Gavin & Stacey documentary and the return of some top-notch dramas.
Gavin & Stacey: A Fond Farewell - 7pm (BBC One)
After 17 years, Gavin & Stacey creators James Corden and Ruth Jones give insights into their beloved sitcom, and there's also behind-the-scenes footage of the cast and crew filming the final ever episode, (which aired on Christmas Day). Celebrity fans also pop up in the documentary, proclaiming their love for the show.
The Traitors - 8pm (BBC One)
The Traitors is another cult show that's sure to be popular in the New Year's Eve TV schedule. Claudia Winkleman's back with a fresh bunch of contestants, but who's a Faithful and who's a Traitor?
Vera - 8pm (ITV)
Brenda Blethyn is back for the final instalments of her long-running detective drama Vera.
Arabella Horspool is a Commercial Content Writer for Yours at Bauer Media. She's a bookworm who is passionate about TV, film and theatre. She enjoys cooking, scrapbooking, playing board games and spending time with her pet dogs, tortoise and chickens.