Corrie, Chris Hemsworth and a Christmas Carol: The Best of Today’s TV

From a lost alien to a group of superheroes, there's plenty to watch today! ET the Extra-Terrestrial – RTÉ 2 (3.30pm) Steven Spielberg’s sci-fi classic about a young boy (Henry Thomas) who befriends an alien that has become stranded on Earth. The Muppet Christmas Carol – Channel 4 (4.50pm) A take on the story of Ebenezer Scrooge who hates the festive season, that is until a few familiar faces pay him a visit. Comedy with Michael Caine. Coronation Street – UTV (7.30pm) Callum tries to tempt Kylie, Lloyd finds out Jenna has been arrested and Roy suggests having the soup kitchen at the café. EastEnders – RTÉ One (7.45pm) Linda says that Dean isn’t welcome for Christmas dinner while Ian lets slip about him and Jane spending the night together. Marvel Avengers Assemble – RTÉ One (8.40pm) A team of superheroes has to rescue a mystical artefact before it is used to bring about an alien invasion. Robert Downey Junior and Chris Hemsworth are among the cast.