British Comedy Guide

Schedule Sunday 13th September 2009

BBC Radio 5 Live 11am
60 min
The Christian O'Connell Solution. Christian O'Connell. Copyright: Above The Title Productions

The Christian O'Connell Solution

Episode 2

Christian is joined by Katy Brand and Ed Byrne to discuss such topics as how to cut government spending, where to set the next Rambo film, how to 'man up' the umbrella, and what day Christian should put his bins out.

Radio 4 12pm (repeat)
Just A Minute. Nicholas Parsons. Copyright: BBC

Just A Minute

Series 55, Episode 7

Nicholas Parsons chairs the devious word game. Jenny Eclair and Stephen Fry compare what they shop for online and Paul Merton and Charles Collingwood discuss how best to go about making an impression.

Channel 5 logo 12:50pm (repeat)
The Wrong Box

The Wrong Box

Classic black comedy set during the reign of Queen Victoria. Two elderly brothers attempt to do away with each other in order to gain an inheritance.

BBC Two 7:30pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 3, Episode 2 - Poetic Justice

An old acquaintance of Fletcher's becomes the third occupant of the cell: the judge who sentenced him to five years! Initial resentment fades, and Fletcher decides that an old school friend of the Governor's could prove very useful. However, not all his fellow prisoners are as enlightened.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

A selection of episodes of the satirical panel game staring Ian Hislop and Paul Merton, broadcast between 9pm-11.40pm.

Radio 7 10pm (repeat)
I Guess That's Why They Call It The News. Fred MacAulay. Copyright: BBC

I Guess That's Why They Call It The News

Episode 3

Fred MacAulay chairs a topical panel show in which two teams play games inspired by the week's headlines. With Justin Edwards, Russell Kane, Susan Calman and Will Smith.

Radio 7 10:30pm (repeat)
Chain Reaction. Copyright: BBC

Chain Reaction

Series 3, Episode 5 - John Hegley interviews Jack Dee

The tag team talk show continues with previous week's guest John Hegley grabbing the microphone to interview the comedian Jack Dee.

BBC Two 10:50pm (repeat)
Shooting Stars. Image shows from L to R: Vic Reeves, Bob Mortimer, Ulrika Jonsson, Angelos Epithemiou (Dan Skinner), Jack Dee. Copyright: Channel X / Pett Productions

Shooting Stars

Series 6, Episode 3

On Jack's team tonight is TV presenter Julia Bradbury and comedy actor Martin Freeman, while Ulrika welcomes Hollywood movie star Paddy Considine and, once again, politely puts up with her regular guest, burger van owner Angelos Epithemiou.

Radio 7 11pm (repeat)
The Penny Dreadfuls Present.... Image shows from L to R: Humphrey Ker, Thom Tuck, David Reed

The Penny Dreadfuls Present...

The Brothers Faversham, Episode 3 - Leonidas

The Penny Dreadfuls present the story of Leonidas, Victorian Britain's most reckless explorer and the third born of the Faversham Brothers.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:10pm (repeat)
Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Episode 2.9, New Jack City: Father Jack is sent to St Clabbert's Old Priests' Home to be treated for his incredibly hairy hands. When his replacement turns out to be even more trouble, Ted and Dougal mount a daring rescue mission.

BBC Three 11:10pm (repeat)
Lunch Monkeys. Image shows from L to R: Kenny Graham (Christian Foster), Tania MacGuire (Jessica Hall), Asif Khan (Abdullah Afzal), Shelley Benson (Rachel Rae), Darrel Wadsworth (Chris Hannon). Copyright: Channel K / BBC

Lunch Monkeys

Series 1, Episode 1 - Spacepants

Boss Mike is driven nuts by new girl Shelley who takes a two hour lunch to get a tattoo. Office Manager Gloria is too lazy to do Shelley's induction and leaves it to Darrel - bad move.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:15pm (repeat)
Tommy Cooper - Just Like This!. Tommy Cooper. Copyright: Made In Manchester Productions

The Unforgettable...

Series 3, Episode 1 - Tommy Cooper

Documentary looking at the work and private life of comedian Tommy Cooper, including clips from his performances.

Radio 7 11:30pm (repeat)
Play And Record. Copyright: BBC

Play And Record

Series 2, Episode 1

An eclectic mix of sketches and characters. Who knows what might happen when you Play and Record. Big Game Hunter O'Hara and Doc Brown are amongst those invited on this week's show.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:20am (repeat)
TV Heaven, Telly Hell. Sean Lock

TV Heaven, Telly Hell

Sean Lock hosts a comedy chat show in which celebrity guests review the TV shows they have loved and loathed. Jack Dee recalls a uniquely bizarre pairing of Cliff Richard and John Travolta in It's a Royal Knockout.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 12:35am (repeat)
Katy Brand's Big Ass Show. Katy Brand. Copyright: World's End Productions

Katy Brand's Big Ass Show

Series 3, Episode 1

Katy Brand is back for another run of anarchic, noisy fun bringing her unique take on some of the biggest names in music, TV and film. The musical parodies this week include Lady GaGa, Kanye West and Coldplay.

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