RTE Replaces ‘Late Late Show’ with Controversial Program Tonight
RTE has made significant changes to its programming, replacing the beloved Late Late Show with a controversial alternative this Friday night. The iconic talk show will not air due to RTE’s Christmas schedule, leaving fans surprised.
Changes to the Late Late Show Schedule
The Late Late Show, hosted by Patrick Kielty, usually resonates with a large audience every Friday at 9.35 pm. However, viewers learned that it would not be broadcast this week. Kielty reassured fans during last week’s show that it would return with a special New Year’s Eve edition. He said, “We will be back on New Year’s Eve with a very special countdown show.”
What’s on Instead?
While the Late Late Show takes a break, RTE One will air a repeat of the controversial Mrs Brown’s Boys New Year’s Special. This comedy show, which features Brendan O’Carroll, revolves around Agnes transforming her spare room into a bed and breakfast, while a dangerous criminal is on the loose in Finglas. Opinions on Mrs Brown’s Boys are sharply divided; some viewers enjoy its slapstick humor, while others find it less appealing.
- RTE One: Mrs Brown’s Boys New Year’s Special
- RTE 2: Jaws – a thriller about a deadly shark
- Virgin Media One: White House Down – starring Channing Tatum and Jamie Foxx
- TG4: Live coverage of Leinster vs. Ulster in the United Rugby Championship
Alternative Viewing Options
For those looking for other entertainment options, RTE 2 will feature the classic thriller Jaws, which follows a police chief battling a giant shark threatening a seaside town. Additionally, Virgin Media One will present White House Down, showcasing a policeman rescuing the president after a terrorist takeover. If viewers crave a chat show atmosphere, the Graham Norton Show on BBC One will air at 10.40 pm, featuring guests like Jessie Buckley, Jack Black, and Paul Rudd.
As the festive season unfolds, fans of the Late Late Show can look forward to its return with a special countdown edition on New Year’s Eve. Until then, the revised schedule offers a mix of comedy and thrilling entertainment.
