Throwback Thursday, a weekly article in which we look back at our favorite TV episodes from over the years. A few things before I get started, when I volunteered for this I thought "great, I need to pick my favourite ever episode" which was nearly impossible I love so many. Then when I was given the final Throwback of 2014 landing just before Christmas I thought, "great I can pick a few Christmas episodes, that will be easy". Yet again not an easy task to do.
So here is a list of Christmas episodes that I really enjoyed (which is surprising saying I don't like Christmas) and why they are my picks.
Let me know your favourites in the comments below. You can pick current shows if you like, but I was limited to shows that have finished (hence the throwback)
Lost - The Constant
What happened: Desmond is jumping between present day and his past. He needs Penny to be his constant or all is LOST. The day he rings her to save himself is Christmas Eve.Why did I choose it: This has a very lose tie to Christmas however it is one of the best episodes of LOST for its clever narrative and explanation of Desmond's "gift".
Memorable moment: The phone call at the end with Penny. It was a long time coming and was amazingly acted and there wasn't a dry eye in the house. Click here to see it
The Office UK - Christmas Specials
What happened:3 years after the original documentary we return to Wernham Hog to see where the employees have ended up and what they have been doing with their lives. Past employees return for the staff Christmas party.Why did I choose it: For a show that lived for awkard moments of humour, it managed to create a heart felt finale that gave all of its characters closure and us as an audience the ending we needed.
Memorable moment: Tim and Dawn finally kiss to "Only you" and a nation cheered. Click here to see it
The Office US - Christmas Party
What happened: It's the Christmas party and Michael is desperate to make it special. As always it doesn't go to plan and he reverts to plan B - get everyone drunk.Why did I choose it: It sums up Christmas. You get that present you never wanted while everyone else seems to get something great, and you just wished you could swap it.
Memorable moment: The Yankee swap for the ipod. Click here to see it.
Doctor Who - End of Time (Part 1 & Part 2)
What happened: The master returns and the Doctor is fighting his fate knowing his time is coming to an end. He faces his greatest enemy and his own demise and still comes out with his hair in place.Why did I choose it: It is a show that has become a big part of mine and my daughters life where we would cuddle up and watch and this is our favourite of the Christmas episodes.
Memorable moment: Those 5 knocks on the glass that broke your heart when you realize who they are from. Which all leads to these final words.
Chuck - Chuck Vs The Santa Claus
What happened: A car crashes into the buy more where amazingly all of our key characters are located and held hostage. Chuck and Sarah show their feelings and emotions in their own special way.Why did I choose it: Watching the Chuck and Sarah romance develop over the season was great and this includes some important scenes for Sarah to come to terms with her feelings for Chuck and Chuck slowly standing up and showing them.
Memorable moment: Chuck explains how he cares for Sarah in a sweet talk showing his emotions. Sarah has to show it in the only way she knows, to protect Chuck no matter what the costs. Click here to see it
The X-Files - How the ghosts stole Christmas
What happened: As always Mulder uncovers some strange events. This time at a haunted house on Christmas Eve and calls Scully over to help investigate. Two troublesome ghosts decide to have fun with them but leading to deadly consequences.Why did I choose it: This is a fun and lighthearted episode of the X-Files (apart from them trying to kill each other) but it shows the strong bond between these two.
Memorable moment: The exchanging of gifts they promised not to get each other. Unfortunately no clip but here are some promos.
How I Met Your Mother - Symphony of Illumination
Why did I choose it: This was a tough call between How Lily stole Christmas and this one. This one simply wins because it shows the emotional journey Robyn has made and the relationship Ted and Robyn share.
Memorable moment: That ending with the Christmas lights. Click here to see it
Roswell - A Roswell Christmas carol
Why did I choose it: A fun episode from a series with a small but loyal fan base. We get to see sides of the characters we have not seen before, mainly Isabel as the "Christmas Nazi". A joke which will continue throughout it's small run.
Memorable moment: Max in the hospital healing all of the children to a beautiful song called Calling All Angels by Jane Siberry. (sorry no video available)
Only Fools and Horses - Christmas Specials
Why did I choose it: A UK show that always has a place in my heart from sitting watching it with my grandparents. Growing up watching this show and then to finally see it end (kind of) on a happy note was a big moment. Every time it appears on TV I know it's Christmas time.
Memorable moment: This scene says everything I love about this show. Click here
Spoiler TV's Throwback Thursday will be taking a break over the holidays and will return on January 8th.
