British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 3rd April 2009

Radio 4 10:45am
15 min
Daunt And Dervish. Image shows from L to R: Josephine Daunt (Anna Massey), Susan Dervish (Frances Barber). Copyright: BBC

Daunt And Dervish

Series 4, Episode 5

Mrs Mackie chooses a rather awkward time to pay a visit.

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
Stanley Baxter

The Stanley Baxter Playhouse

Series 3, Episode 2 - Fife Circle

Two elderly brothers meet at Waverley station and set out on a journey of discovery involving lost mothers, fathers, brothers and sisters, and learn just whom they really belong to.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Series 27, Episode 5

I Predict A Riot: Steve Punt looks at the G20 meeting and its attendant protests, Mitch Benn rails against body fascism, Jon Holmes tackles Jacqui Smith's expenses with his customary tact, and special guest Alun Cochrane takes a more focused look at the state.

Radio 4 7:45pm (repeat)
Daunt And Dervish. Image shows from L to R: Josephine Daunt (Anna Massey), Susan Dervish (Frances Barber). Copyright: BBC

Daunt And Dervish

Series 4, Episode 5

Mrs Mackie chooses a rather awkward time to pay a visit.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm
30 min
Moving Wallpaper. Image shows from L to R: Jonathan Pope (Ben Miller), Kelly Brook, Alan Dale. Copyright: Kudos Productions / Red Planet Pictures

Moving Wallpaper

Series 2 - Renaissance, Episode 6

Renaissance is complete, the wrap party is in full swing and Jonathan is on a high. It can't last.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9:30pm
30 min
Al Murray's Multiple Personality Disorder. Al Murray. Copyright: Avalon Television

Al Murray's Multiple Personality Disorder

Episode 6

Prurient Dad meets Jake's parents; Wayne Upman attends a funeral; and Schwull is feeling under the weather.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Genius With Dave Gorman. Dave Gorman. Copyright: BBC

Genius With Dave Gorman

Series 1, Episode 3 - Jonathan Pryce

One of Britain's greatest actors, Jonathan Pryce, comes along to judge the ideas of the British public.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm (repeat)
FM. Image shows from L to R: Dom Cox (Kevin Bishop), Jane Edwards (Nina Sosanya), Lindsay Carol (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: Granada Productions

FM

Episode 1 - Last Night A DJ Saved My Life

Lyndsay casts aside his indie roots and turns his attentions to dance music. The problem is, he can't mix. With a performance by The Guillemots.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10:30pm (repeat)
FM. Image shows from L to R: Dom Cox (Kevin Bishop), Jane Edwards (Nina Sosanya), Lindsay Carol (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: Granada Productions

FM

Episode 2 - System Addict

The group try to stick to some new resolutions: Dom gives up booze, Jane gives up cigarettes, and Lindsay gives up giving up on girls. Featuring a performance by the Wombats, and a guest appearance by Toyah Willcox.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm
60 min
Friday Night With Jonathan Ross. Jonathan Ross

Friday Night With Jonathan Ross

Series 16, Episode 10 - Jason Isaacs, Whoopi Goldberg, Jason Donovan, Antony and the Johnsons

Guests joining Jonathan in the studio include Academy Award-winning force of nature Whoopi Goldberg; Harry Potter star Jason Isaacs; and Priscilla, Queen of the Desert star, Jason Donovan. Plus Antony and the Johnsons perform their new single.

Radio 7 11pm (repeat)
Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!. Count Arthur Strong (Steve Delaney). Copyright: Komedia Entertainment

Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!

Series 1, Episode 4

Count Arthur is defeated by a toaster and a bus journey before entertaining the WI with highlights from his showbiz career.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 11pm (repeat)
FM. Image shows from L to R: Dom Cox (Kevin Bishop), Jane Edwards (Nina Sosanya), Lindsay Carol (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: Granada Productions

FM

Episode 3 - Return To Sender

Jane's criminal past reveals itself when she admits to having had a kleptomanic stage during her youth. Dom dates a girl with impaired hearing which ends in disaster and Lindsay finds himself embroiled in the saga of Ladyhawke's stolen laptop.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 11:30pm (repeat)
FM. Image shows from L to R: Dom Cox (Kevin Bishop), Jane Edwards (Nina Sosanya), Lindsay Carol (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: Granada Productions

FM

Episode 4 - Golden Lady

Lindsay is nominated for a radio award alongside his arch nemisis Topher Kiefer. Cameos include The Subways.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV Midnight (repeat)
FM. Image shows from L to R: Dom Cox (Kevin Bishop), Jane Edwards (Nina Sosanya), Lindsay Carol (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: Granada Productions

FM

Episode 5 - Video Killed The Radio Star

Lindsay returns from holiday with a beard, which the FM team can't quite get used to. The studio guest this week is urban artist Sway, with Jamie Theakston hosting a radio pub quiz.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 12:30am (repeat)
FM. Image shows from L to R: Dom Cox (Kevin Bishop), Jane Edwards (Nina Sosanya), Lindsay Carol (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: Granada Productions

FM

Episode 6 - Blinded By The Light

Lindsay finds his principles tested when he meets a gorgeous but talentless singer. Meanwhile, Dom is conflicted when he is offered a job at a rival station, and Jane meets her nemesis. Featuring a performance by The Charlatans.

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