Sparkling entertainment is guaranteed when Ruth Jones hosts her very own Christmas chat show recorded in front of a live audience. As well as featuring music, fun and games, Ruth is joined on the sofa by her special guests - fellow Gavin and Stacey stars Joanna Page and James Cordon, singer Michael Ball, Welsh legend Max Boyce and actress Rakie Ayola.

Also making star appearances are Doctor Who's Russell T Davies and singing superstar Katherine Jenkins. There's an unlikely roving reporter and a few surprises on the way, making Ruth Jones' Christmas Cracker the perfect accompaniment to 2009's festive fun. Show less