BBC One Sets Premiere Date For Ghosts Christmas Special

BBC One has confirmed the premiere date for the Ghosts Christmas special, giving fans of the hit comedy something festive to look forward to over the holiday period.

The seasonal episode will air on BBC One on Christmas Day, continuing the story of Alison and Mike as they share Button House with its ever growing collection of eccentric spirits. The Christmas special has become a firm tradition for the show, drawing strong viewing figures in previous years.

Ghosts follows a young couple who inherit a crumbling country house, only to discover it is haunted by a group of ghosts from different historical eras. The ensemble cast, who also serve as the show’s creators, have been praised for their sharp writing and distinctive character comedy.

The upcoming Christmas episode is expected to blend festive chaos with the series’ trademark humour, as preparations for the holiday inevitably descend into supernatural complications. Past specials have combined warmth with farce, often placing Alison in the middle of both ghostly and human dramas.

BBC One’s announcement comes as Ghosts continues to rank among the broadcaster’s most popular comedies. The show has built a loyal audience thanks to its mix of family friendly humour, emotional storytelling and inventive use of history.

While plot details for the Christmas special are being kept under wraps, viewers can expect familiar faces to return alongside seasonal themes of togetherness, reflection and goodwill. The ghosts of Button House are once again set to make Christmas anything but peaceful.

The special will air as part of BBC One’s Christmas Day schedule, a prime slot that reflects the show’s status as a festive favourite. It will also be made available on BBC iPlayer shortly after broadcast for on demand viewing.

With its premiere date now confirmed, the Ghosts Christmas special looks set to deliver another crowd pleasing chapter, cementing the sitcom’s place as a modern BBC holiday staple.