It’s one of those rare UK TV nights where entertainment, emotion and fundraising all collide. Channel 4 is handing over its primetime schedule to the annual Stand Up To Cancer campaign, a joint initiative with Cancer Research UK. This year’s line-up comes with serious star power: Kieran Culkin, Josh Hartnett, Nick Mohammed and rugby star Joe Marler all join a special edition of Celebrity Gogglebox to help raise funds for breakthrough cancer trials.
Here’s everything you need to know tonight: timings, celebrity guests and the full UK TV line-up across BBC, Channel 4, Channel 5 and Sky Atlantic.
Stand Up to Cancer Takes Over Channel 4 Tonight
When and where to watch
Channel 4’s Stand Up to Cancer night includes:
- 7.30pm – Stand Up to Cancer: The Launch – hosted by Davina McCall.
- 8.00pm – Cancer Clinic Documentary – filmed inside Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge.
- 9.10pm – Celebrity Gogglebox: Stand Up to Cancer Special – with Hollywood guests and fan favourites.
Who’s on the Celebrity Gogglebox sofa?
Featuring three standout duos:
- Kieran Culkin & Jazz Charton
- Josh Hartnett & Tamsin Egerton
- Nick Mohammed & Joe Marler
Expect laughs, unscripted reactions and heartfelt moments as the celebrities watch TV highlights chosen specially for the fundraiser.
Inside the cancer clinic at Addenbrooke’s
The 8pm documentary provides rare access inside Addenbrooke’s world-class cancer centre, following patients through testing, diagnosis and treatment. The episode shows the real medical impact of money raised through Stand Up To Cancer.
Why This Year’s Stand Up to Cancer Night Matters
The UK version of the campaign, powered by Cancer Research UK, has funded dozens of clinical trials across the NHS. Many treatments now becoming standard care first appeared through Stand Up To Cancer–supported research.
Other Big TV Picks Tonight Across the UK
Return to Paradise (8pm, BBC One)
BBC One airs the finale of the Death in Paradise spin-off. You can read more on BBC’s official programme listings.
Gardeners’ World Winter Specials (8pm, BBC Two)
For gardening fans, the winter special features Adam Frost and Rekha Mistry. Full details on BBC Two’s programme page.
Inside the Four Seasons at Christmas (9pm, Channel 5)
A festive documentary inside London’s luxury Four Seasons Hotel Park Lane . Expect premium hospitality, huge Christmas trees and classic British holiday atmosphere.
All Her Fault (9pm, Sky Atlantic)
The thriller continues on Sky Atlantic. Programme information available on Sky’s official listings.
Daddy Issues (9.35pm, BBC One)
BBC One’s parenting sitcom adds another awkward, funny twist this week. More details on BBC One’s programme guide.
*TV listings attributed to The Guardian’s TV & Radio section .*
How to Watch & Donate
Viewers can donate or learn more about ongoing trials directly through the official campaign hub: Stand Up To Cancer UK.
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