Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
Entertainment
Kirsty McCormack

Is This Morning on over Christmas, and when does it return? Full guide revealed

This Morning is one of the nation's most popular daytime TV shows, which is usually hosted by pals Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.

The ITV programme is also fronted by Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary on Fridays, but it seems all of the presenters are enjoying a nice festive break.

The much-loved series, which is recorded in London, has remained on air throughout the year despite the various lockdowns.

As well as discussing the latest news headlines, Holly and Phil interview an array of guests and were even able to invite people back into the studio once restrictions had lifted.

This Morning is one of the nation's most popular daytime TV shows, which is usually hosted by pals Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield (Ken McKay/ITV/REX/Shutterstock)

Is This Morning on over Christmas?

This Morning has been absent from television screens since Monday 20 December, and has been replaced by Supermarket Sweep and In For A Penny.

Fans of the show will be overjoyed to hear that despite December 25 being on a Saturday this year, the ITV show will grace the small screen via a pre-recorded bonanza.

The festive edition is set to be packed full of fun and top guests including Joel Dommett, while there will also be a performance by Leona Lewis.

Once the specially recorded show officially starts, excited hosts - accompanied with a mix of Bucks Fizz and Negroni drinks - wish the nation a ‘Merry Christmas’ before Holly says, “Has he been?... It’s the most wonderful time of the year and we’re delighted to be spending it with you!”

On Friday 17 December, Alison Hammond informed viewers that it was the "last" show of the year.

On Friday 17 December, Alison Hammond informed viewers that it was the "last" show of the year (ITV)

When does This Morning return?

Fans might not be thrilled to hear that This Morning won't be returning to the small screen for a live show until Tuesday 4 January.

Fresh from their festive break, it's thought that Holly, 40, and Phillip, 59, will resume their presenting roles for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday that week and that Alison and Dermot will host on Friday 7 January.

Is Good Morning Britain, Lorraine and Loose Women on over Christmas?

ITV in particular has had to cancel more than one show, leaving viewers confused as to what to watch instead.

Daytime favourites Lorraine and Loose Women are also not being shown live over the festive period due to Covid case fears.

Flagship programme Good Morning Britain has had to be removed from the ITV schedule despite originally being planned to go ahead through Christmas.

A spokesperson from ITV said: "There is a special GMB Christmas Day show which airs from 7-9am.

"But due to the pandemic and to protect our teams, we have decided to give them an extended break.

"GMB will not broadcast next week, but will be back on air on Tuesday, 4 January 2022."

This Morning usually airs at 10am on weekdays on ITV and ITV Hub.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.