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The excitement is building as “Mrs Brown’s Boys” returns for its fifth season with a brand-new episode. Titled “The Loudest and Proudest Mother in Ireland,” this episode promises to deliver the same humor and heart that fans have come to love. Agnes Brown, the unforgettable matriarch, is back and ready to tackle whatever life throws her way.

In this season opener, Agnes finds herself in a whirlwind of family drama and hilarious situations. Known for her loud personality and unwavering love for her children, Agnes is sure to bring plenty of laughs as she navigates the ups and downs of motherhood. Viewers can expect her trademark wit and a few unexpected surprises along the way.

As the clock strikes 9:30 Pm on Friday, August 1, 2025, on BBC One, fans will not want to miss a moment of Agnes’s antics. This episode sets the tone for what promises to be another memorable season filled with laughter,...

On Wednesday 26 December 2024, BBC One broadcasts Mrs Brown’s Boys!

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In the upcoming Christmas episode of *Mrs Brown’s Boys*, viewers will return to Finglas for another festive adventure with Agnes and the gang. As the holiday season gets underway, Agnes is struggling to convince everyone that she’s not in a grumpy mood, despite her best efforts. Her usual banter and antics are in full force, but it’s clear that the Christmas spirit isn’t quite taking hold of her just yet.

Meanwhile, Cathy takes the lead in uniting the community of Finglas for a festive good cause, bringing people together to support those in need during the holiday season. Buster, always looking for ways to do things a little differently, sets out to find a sustainable Christmas tree, adding his unique touch to the celebrations. As always, the episode is filled with laughter, heartwarming moments, and plenty of holiday cheer,...

On Wednesday, December 26, 2024, at 12:05 Am, BBC One will air a festive episode of “Mrs Brown’s Boys.” It’s Christmas time again in Finglas, but Agnes Brown is struggling to get into the holiday spirit. She is failing to convince her family and friends that she’s not as grumpy as they think. As usual, Agnes’ attempts to keep the Christmas cheer alive bring plenty of laughs and a few classic misadventures.

Meanwhile, Cathy is doing her best to bring the Finglas community together for a good cause, spreading holiday cheer and supporting a festive charity. Buster, always one for quirky solutions, takes on the task of sourcing a sustainable Christmas tree, which leads to its own set of humorous challenges. The episode promises plenty of heartwarming moments, typical of the show’s festive tradition, mixed with the usual chaos and laughter that fans love. With its unique blend of comedy and Christmas spirit,...

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Two of J Lee Thompson’s early films – a gritty women’s prison drama and a postwar crime thriller – serve as a reminder that the director deserves more kudos as an artist

J Lee Thompson is a British director who could maybe do with a bit more auteur respect: here is a double-bill rerelease of two of his early black-and-white films from the 1950s. The Weak and the Wicked (★★★★☆) is a melodrama that came out in 1954 just before his wrenching classic Yield to the Night, which featured Diana Dors on death row. It is a tough women’s prison film as well, one that quickly morphs into a social-issue sermon; it is richly flavoured, speckled with comic interludes and gloriously cast with Glynis Johns as Jean, a young society beauty and gambling addict whose dud cheque leads to an appearance in court and whose head-girl demeanour never falters in the clink.

Get ready to kick off the New Year with laughter as “Mrs. Brown’s Boys” returns to BBC One at 10:00 Pm on Monday, January 1, 2024. In this uproarious episode, Mrs. Brown and her lively gang dive headfirst into the spirit of the new year, embracing a challenging health and fitness regime. Brace yourselves for the comedic chaos that ensues as they attempt to navigate the world of treadmills, dumbbells, and aerobics – because, as the saying goes, it’s a new year, and there’s a new Agnes!

As Mrs. Brown takes on the mantle of a fitness guru, viewers can anticipate a riot of hilarious moments, witty banter, and, undoubtedly, some unexpected twists in the pursuit of a healthier lifestyle. With the signature humor and charm that “Mrs. Brown’s Boys” is known for, this episode promises a delightful start to the year, reminding us all that sometimes the best way to...

Get ready for a night of uproarious laughter as “Mrs Brown’s Boys” graces the screens on BBC One at 10:45 Pm on Monday, December 25, 2023. In this Christmas special, all Mrs. Brown yearns for is a tranquil and peaceful holiday celebration. However, the family has other ideas, and chaos ensues when Cathy takes on the colossal task of cooking Christmas dinner for the first time ever.

As the hilarious matriarch of the Brown family, Mrs. Brown finds herself caught in the whirlwind of festive mayhem. The comedic genius of Brendan O’Carroll and the delightful ensemble promise an evening filled with humor, family antics, and the kind of mishaps that make the “Mrs Brown’s Boys” Christmas specials a beloved tradition.

Join BBC One at 10:45 Pm for a side-splitting journey into the Brown family’s Christmas shenanigans. With the irresistible charm of Mrs. Brown and her eccentric clan, this Christmas special guarantees...

Feature Rob Kemp 15 Nov 2013 - 07:00

With Almost Human arriving soon, Rob compares the merits of ten Jj Abrams-produced TV shows, from Lost, to Alias, Revolution, and more...

Warning: contains spoilers for Revolution, and Lost.

Most would agree, Jj Abrams has had a successful career which has gone from strength to strength. Undoubtedly, Star Wars now offers an opportunity for him to reach a creative zenith, but represents also his largest risk. His stylistic choices may not be to everyone’s tastes and he himself admits that there are elements over which he has an obsession (lens flares & secrecy) but these are still a matter of personal taste (I’m ambivalent over the former, and truly appreciate the latter). All that aside, outside his burgeoning film directing career, as an executive producer Abrams has been responsible for an incredible amount of television in a very small space of time.