5:32PM, Dec 19, 2008
Bookies reckon the Royle Family could be the most watched programme this Christmas.
The comedy faces stiff competition from EastEnders and Doctor Who, but it might just pull it off.
The last Royle Family episode The Queen of Sheba was screened in 2006 and millions tuned in as much-loved character Nana died.
Sky Bet's Helen Jacob's says: "The soaps usually win the Christmas day ratings battle but 'EastEnders' faces tough competition this year in 'Dancing On Ice at Christmas' and, with an early slot for 'Doctor Who', we reckon ‘The Royle Family’ could clinch it this year."
High odds are also on the Blackadder special with new episode Blackadder Rides Again. The Queen won't be getting a look in as her speech comes in at 150/1 as being the most popular programme. Oh dear.
Who will you be watching this Christmas?
