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Annnnnnnd POOOF! Just like that another week done which can mean just one little thing... time for another look at our top movie picks of course!

What worlds await us? Will we be in the middle of a whole lot of action or will we be getting all loved up? Let's see!

SATURDAY 8th February

Edward Scissorhands (1990) Film4 12:45pm-2:50pm

A reclusive genius creates a boy but dies before completing him, leaving his brainchild with scissor-like blades in place of hands. A kindly woman from a nearby suburb takes pity on the lonely figure and welcomes him into her home. He quickly becomes a hit in the neighbourhood - but then his new friends start to turn against him. Tim Burton's fantasy, starring Johnny Depp, Winona Ryder, Dianne Wiest and Vincent Price.

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Red sky at night! The time has come to once again stick our hand into the tombola of film goodness and see what we can pick out. You just never know what random things you will end up which perfectly sums up this week's picks! Take a look and enjoy.

SATURDAY 1st February

Alice in Wonderland (2010) Channel 5 12:25pm-2:35pm

A 19-year-old Alice returns to the magical land, having forgotten her previous adventures. She finds the tyrannical Red Queen has begun a reign of terror that can only be ended by slaying the monstrous Jabberwocky - a task she is seemingly destined to attempt. Tim Burton's fantasy adventure based on Lewis Carroll's novels, starring Mia Wasikowska, Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter and Anne Hathaway.

Alice In Wonderland Merchandise

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Shrek (2001) ITV2 4:30pm-6:20pm

Anti-social ogre Shrek resolves to stop an evil ruler from banishing fairy-tale characters to his swampland home. However, the reluctant hero ends up forced to rescue the beautiful Princess Fiona from a castle guarded by a dragon, aided only by a wisecracking donkey. Animated comedy, with the voices of Mike Myers, John Lithgow, Cameron Diaz, Eddie Murphy and Vincent Cassel.

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As a wise man from Slade once said... IT'S CHRIIISTMAAAS!

We'll folks, we've pretty much made it and no doubt you will have already started on some form of festivities (we sure have!).

Helping this year to be a merry as ever, we're back again with another movie rundown to keep you on top of some of our top classic films beaming their way into your homes. Sit back, relax and Merry Christmas.

Christmas Eve

Dr Dolittle (1998) E4 10:20am-12:00pm

A doctor is stunned to discover he can talk to animals, and it is not long before his home and surgery are taken over by an assortment of ailing creatures in need of help. However, when the medic's odd behaviour attracts his colleagues' attention, he is forced to rely on his new-found furry friends to save him from the asylum. Comedy, starring Eddie Murphy, Ossie Davis and Oliver Platt.

Small Soldiers (1998) Channel 4 11:05am-1:10pm

A hi-tech computer chip has a bizarre effect on a squad of toy soldiers, causing mayhem for their owner as the miniature marauders engage in a series of scaled-down skirmishes. Children's adventure mixing live-action and computer animation, starring Kirsten Dunst, Denis Leary and Gregory Smith, with the voices of Tommy Lee Jones, Frank Langella, Sarah Michelle Gellar and Christina Ricci.

How The Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) ITV 12:40pm-2:40pm

A little girl residing in the Christmas-obsessed town of Whoville becomes fascinated with a grouchy creature living in the mountains. But her efforts to make him part of their celebrations leave him more bitter than ever, and he resolves to ruin the festive season. Fantasy comedy, based on Dr Seuss's children's book, with Jim Carrey, Taylor Momsen, Jeffrey Tambor and Molly Shannon. Anthony Hopkins narrates.

The Grinch Gifts

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We know... we really do have the best job ever! Getting to spend our time working on ace new movie t-shirts featuring some of our favourite classic movies ever... how do you beat that?!

Doing what we do best, we've been busy creating even more classic designs and, well, here they are!

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Inspired by some of the most-loved films from the late 80s and 90s, this exclusive new collection comes PACKED with childhood vibes that will see you feeling just as great as you feel.

Let's take a look...

One of the very best dark comedies ever, this quickly became a cult classic and it's sure way up there on our top lists. Bring this gem back to life with our Death Becomes Her Movie Poster Black T-Shirt.

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Jingle all the way! The Christmas special retro movie rundown is here and BOY is it a (nut) cracker!

With the sprouts bubbling away and the oven slowly warming the house with it's delicious festive smells, we find ourselves in a mix of chaos, delight and nostalgia of Christmases past. With the dust starting to settle on another year, we find ourselves perched on the nearest sofa as we let the warm glow of the TV soothe us into the night with it's festive joy.

Merry Christmas one and all!

SATURDAY 23rd December

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The Rugrats Movie (1999) Channel 4 7:30am-9:00am (1 hour 30 minutes)

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Run rabbit, run rabbit, run, run, run!It's time for another super special Retro Movie Rundown Easter Special!

Hopping and leaping our way around the TV schedule, we've sniffed out a whole hear of hidden retro movie eggs for you all to feast on this long weekend. Unwrapping each film like our Easter chocolatey goodness, we'll take stock of our collection, before selecting only the biggest and best choices and devouring them in true 'tis but once a year style'.

Happy retro movie Easter weekend everyone!

FRIDAY 14th April

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