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Alex Horne's Chesham United in FA Cup first round
Taskmaster presenter Alex Horne is taking on his own challenge as he helps his football club to gear up for the FA Cup first round on Saturday.
Louise Parry & Andy Collins, BBC, 3rd November 2023
Alan Partridge's sporting season
Earlier this year, I asked the question: when did Alan Partridge first appear on television? The answer was a VERY CLEVER ONE because I AM BRILLIANT. It was also an answer which is a little beside the point. The first real TV Partridge sketch was in the first episode of The Day Today, on the 19th January 1994. Yes, it's highlights of Alan's Sporting Season.
Dirty Feed, 3rd November 2023
Maybe A Ghost Story by DanieI Kitson review
It's scary how charming and engrossing it all is.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 3rd November 2023
Stephen Fry uses a walking stick as he is seen for the first time six weeks after breaking his leg, pelvis and ribs
Stephen Fry was pictured for the first time since he broke his leg, pelvis and ribs after falling 6ft on stage at an AI conference six weeks ago.
Connie Rusk and Neil Chandler, Daily Mail, 3rd November 2023
John Robins: Howl review
His willingness to share this turmoil and hopeful resolution makes Howl an affecting and powerful show. And yes, sometimes howlingly funny too - but that's only a part of it.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 3rd November 2023
Rowan Atkinson hints at new film as he heads to work at production office clutching some papers
The Mr Bean star, 68, clutched on to some papers on his way to Working Titles Films office which produces Johnny English.
Daily Mail, 3rd November 2023
Ghosts' Larry Rickard explains why they chose the Captain's first name
"It was the question we got asked more than anything."
Louisa Mellor, Den Of Geek, 3rd November 2023
Death, disability: It's all fair game for Daniel Sloss
The Scottish stand-up went viral for being the sole comic to go on the record in support of Russell Brand's accusers. He's made a career of finding humor in "things that we should not be laughing at."
Melena Ryzik, The New York Times, 3rd November 2023Saltburn review
Emerald Fennell's deliciously dark comedy sticks the knife into the English class system and gives it a proper twist.
Phil de Semlyen, Time Out, 3rd November 2023Videos
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8:40am30 min
Horrible Histories
Series 10, Episode 4 - Gruesome Gunpowder PlotHorrible Histories presents the sometimes-ludicrous story of Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot.
1:30pm30 min
Breaking The News
Series 26, Episode 4Des Clarke is joined by Susie McCabe, Chris Forbes, Laura Lexx and Rosco Mcclelland.
5:30pm30 min
Nova Jones
Series 3, Episode 9 - Nova Teaches SingingNova teaches tone-deaf Bobbles to sing, and McLaren becomes obsessed with a TV show.
6:30pm30 min
The Now Show
Series 63, Episode 1Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches. They are joined by Ken Cheng, Helen Bauer and Rachel Parris.
8pm30 min
TV Flashback
Series 8, Episode 1 - InventionsKiri Pritchard-McLean delves into the TV archives in search of clips on the theme of inventions. She discovers a ridiculous contraption for walking along rooftops, a soap opera made of sweet wrappers and a device for sounding the alarm when it rains on the washing line.
8:30pm30 min
Ghosts
Series 5, Episode 5 - Carpe DiemRobin has a revelation that unnerves the ghosts and prompts them to consider their legacies. Alison and Mike decide to have a spontaneous wild night out.
9pm30 min
Have I Got News For You
Series 66, Episode 5Jo Brand guest presents, with Zoe Lyons and Feargal Sharkey joining Ian and Paul.
10pm30 min
Breeders
Series 4, Episode 4 - No DinnerA calendar mix-up turns Paul and Ally's fun night out into a stressful night in. A happy Ava finds her mood changing as the evening progresses. Luke turns up with an unwelcome friend and Carl finally sees the inside of the Worsleys' house.
10pm90 min
The Comedy Roast For SU2C
Rhod Gilbert hosts a roast, as part of a night of Stand Up To Cancer fundraising.
10:40pm50 min
The Graham Norton Show
Series 31, Episode 6 - Sarah Snook, Boy George, Miriam Margolyes, Greta Lee, CMATSarah Snook talks about finding her soulmate, Miriam Margolyes says it's now silly to live apart from her partner, Greta Lee reveals her terror of doing a movie in Korean, Boy George says his new book is unfiltered, and CMAT performs live in the studio.