The mainstay of British Christmas television is back, delivering the second of two holiday episodes this festive season, and this time a storm is brewing. Keep reading as we explain how watch the Mrs. Brown’s Boys New Year Special 2026 online from anywhere and potentially FREE.
Delighting (and dismaying) British television audiences, Mrs. Brown’s Boys has been part of the Beeb’s festive schedule for almost fifteen years, and with the show returning to airing semi-regular mini-seasons, it shows no signs of slowing down.
After having to battle the tribe for a festive photo in the Christmas special, Agnes (Brendan O’Caroll) this time tries to prepare the gang for an impending storm, but tensions are high. Speaking of high, elsewhere, Buster (Danny O’Caroll) prepares for a birthday skydive and Winnie (Elish O’Caroll) gets a shock to the system. Meanwhile, the gang is visited by a nun who is looking for help.
Your mileage will of course vary on whether the final special is holiday hilarity or a celebratory failure, but so far you’re either on board or you’re not, and for fans, it’s perfect light fare to see in the new year.
Read on to find out how to watch the Mrs. Brown’s Boys New Year Special 2026 online, from anywhere and potentially FREE.
Can I watch the 2026 Mrs Brown’s Boys New Year’s Eve special for FREE?
Viewers in the UK can stream the Mrs. Brown’s Boys New Year Special 2026 completely FREE on BBC iPlayer on Thursday January 1, 2026.
Not at home? Use a VPN to access your usual streaming services from abroad and watch the show for free.
How to watch the 2026 Mrs Brown’s Boys New Year’s Eve special from abroad
For those away from home looking to watch Mrs. Brown’s boys, you will not be able to stream the show normally due to regional restrictions. Fortunately, there is a simple solution.
Downloading a VPN allows you to stream geo-blocked services online, no matter where you are. It’s a simple piece of software that changes your IP address, meaning you can access on-demand content or live TV as if you were at home. Our favorite is NordVPN.
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How to watch Mrs Brown’s Boys 2026 New Year Special online for FREE in the UK
Can I watch Mrs Brown’s Boys 2026 New Year Special online in the US, Canada and Australia?
BritBox will be the perfect place to catch the Mrs. Brown’s Boys International New Year 2026 special. There’s no confirmed release date yet, although the 2025 Christmas special is coming on December 27, a few days after its UK premiere, so we’d expect something similar here.
In the US, BritBox costs $10.99 per month, Canadian prices start at $10.99 CAD while for Australians it is $13.99. All countries offer 12 months for the price of 10.
British viewer abroad? Anyone from the UK traveling abroad and wishing to watch Mrs. Brown’s Boys can stream as usual using a VPN.
What you need to know about Mrs Brown’s Boys 2026 New Year’s Special
When is the Mrs Brown’s Boys New Year Special 2026 Release Date?
THE Mrs. Brown’s Boys The 2026 New Year’s Special is coming to New York (Thursday January 1) in the UK, but the international release date is TBC.
Mrs Brown’s Boys New Year 2026 Special Casting
- Brendan O’Carroll as Agnes Brown
- Jennifer Gibney as Cathy
- Eilish O’Carroll as Winnie
- Danny O’Carroll as Buster
- Fiona O’Carroll as Maria
- Paddy Houlihan as Dermot
- Martin Delany as Trevor
- Jamie O’Carroll as Bono
- Dermot O’Neill as Grandfather
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