Festive TV Lineup Lights Up Christmas Eve 2025 in France

On December 24, 2025, French television offers a rich variety of family-friendly programs to celebrate Christmas Eve. Children's favorites include the animated film 'Hôtel Transylvanie: des vacances monstrueuses' on TF1 at 14:05 and 'Les as de la jungle: opération banquise' on France 4 at 19:40. Additionally, TF1 airs the classic holiday movie 'Maman j’ai raté l’avion' at 15:35. For animation enthusiasts, options like 'Le Grinch' on TF1 Séries Films and 'Un Noël chez les Loud' on Gulli are available.

Primetime features festive specials such as TF1’s 'Les 12 coups de Noël' hosted by Jean-Luc Reichmann with guests Mimie Mathy and Kendji Girac. France 2 presents 'N'oubliez pas les enfants,' spotlighting young singers, while M6 broadcasts 'Tout le monde chante: les stars fêtent Noël' with performances by various artists. Comedy fans can enjoy extensive blooper shows starting at 21:10 on TMC, CStar, and RMC Story, including CSTAR’s popular 'Le grand bêtisier 2023' which compiles humorous television moments.

Also notable is Canal+'s airing of the film 'Les boules de Noël' featuring Valérie Bonneton and Kad Merad. Documentary lovers can tune into W9's 'La petite histoire de France.' The festive evening culminates with the midnight mass from St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, broadcast live on France 2 and TMC at midnight.

This diverse lineup ensures entertainment for all ages, blending beloved movies, music, comedy, and tradition to mark Christmas Eve in France.