British Comedy Guide

Schedule Saturday 25th September 2010

BBC Radio 5 Live 11am
60 min
Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11am (repeat)
That Riviera Touch

That Riviera Touch

Comedy starring Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise. The accident-prone duo escape to the French Riviera, only to become caught up in a crime sting.

Radio 4 12:30pm (repeat)
The News Quiz. Andy Zaltzman

The News Quiz

Series 72, Episode 1

Conferences, Councils and the Commonwealth Games. Sandi Toksvig and the team return for a new series of the topical comedy that better illuminates Friday nights on Radio 4. Jeremy Hardy, Sue Perkins, Mark Steel and Gyles Brandreth make up the team.

BBC Two 12:50pm
25 min
Shelfstackers. Image shows from L to R: Alyssa (Klariza Clayton), Dani (Georgia Henshaw), Fitzy (Dylan Edwards), Dan (Sean Michael Verey). Copyright: Conker Media

Shelfstackers

Episode 4 - Scorpio Nights

When ex-boy band member Dave starts at Grogan's, the girls are instantly smitten with his chat of gigs, fame and his top forty classic Scorpio Nights. The boys however are slightly less enamoured, especially Dan who makes it his mission to try and undermine Dave at every turn.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (repeat)
Beadle's About. Jeremy Beadle. Copyright: London Weekend Television

The Unforgettable...

Series 4, Episode 2 - Jeremy Beadle

A celebration of the life and career of the late Jeremy Beadle, Britain's favourite TV prankster. Famous to millions as the face of practical jokes and camcorder calamities on TV, there was another side to Jeremy Beadle which was much less well known.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 5:30pm
30 min
Walk On The Wild Side. Copyright: BBC

Walk On The Wild Side

Series 2, Episode 2

A vulture tries out a saucy joke, two Geordie chimps have a close encounter with aliens, and an evil cloned giraffe threatens to "kiss your mum".

BBC Two 6:30pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 3, Episode 7 - Big Guns

The platoon are given some extra fire power when they get a large naval gun. Now it is just a matter of learning how to fire it, and removing anything that can be used as cover by the Germans.

U&Dave channel logo 7:05pm (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows from L to R: Ian Hislop, Angus Deayton, Paul Merton. Copyright: BBC / Hat Trick Productions

Have I Got News For You

Series 22, Episode 2

With Andrew MacKinlay on Ian's side and Jennie Bond on Paul's.

U&Dave channel logo 7:45pm (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows from L to R: Ian Hislop, Angus Deayton, Paul Merton. Copyright: BBC / Hat Trick Productions

Have I Got News For You

Series 22, Episode 3

With Shazia Mirza on Ian's side and Boris Johnson on Paul's.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Ken Dodd: How Tickled I've Been. Ken Dodd. Copyright: BBC

Heroes Of Comedy

Series 4, Episode 2 - The Living Legends: Ken Dodd

Ken Dodd discusses his comedy and method of working, while colleagues from the world of comedy and entertainment pay tribute to his delivery, timing and energy.

Radio 4 8pm
60 min
Simon Fanshawe

Open That Door: Gay Comedy In The Last 30 Years

Simon Fanshawe speaks to leading comedians and writers about the evolution of gay stand-up over the past 30 years.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
I'm Alan Partridge. Alan Partridge (Steve Coogan). Copyright: Talkback Productions

I'm Alan Partridge

Series 1, Episode 5 - To Kill A Mocking Alan

Alan invents a new drink while trying to impress some TV executives, and meets Jed, his biggest fan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Alastair Sim

Heroes Of Comedy

Series 2, Episode 3 - Alastair Sim

A celebration of the life and work of Scottish comic actor Alastair Sim, who starred in many comedies, including the original St Trinian's films. With contributions by George Cole, Nigel Hawthorne and Stephen Fry.

Channel One 9pm (repeat)
Shooting Stars. Image shows from L to R: Bob Mortimer, Ulrika Jonsson, Vic Reeves. Copyright: Channel X / Pett Productions

Shooting Stars

Possibly the world's barmiest, weirdest, surreal and off-the-wall panel show. Presented by Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer.

BBC Two 9pm
45 min version
QI Logo. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series H, Episode 2 - Hanatomy

With Sue Perkins, Bill Bailey and Gyles Brandreth.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Russell Howard, Frankie Boyle. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 5, Episode 4

Adam Hills takes a seat on the left of the screen with Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle. Meanwhile Jo Caulfield is back on, she's on Russell Howard and Andy Parsons's team again.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:25pm
45 min
Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow

Series 2, Episode 2 - Sunderland

Michael McIntyre takes his Comedy Roadshow to the Empire Theatre in Sunderland. Headlining tonight is comedy gem of the North East, local lass Sarah Millican, with special guests Simon Evans, Jimeoin and Imran Yusuf.

Channel One 9:30pm (repeat)
Shooting Stars. Image shows from L to R: Bob Mortimer, Ulrika Jonsson, Vic Reeves. Copyright: Channel X / Pett Productions

Shooting Stars

Possibly the world's barmiest, weirdest, surreal and off-the-wall panel show. Presented by Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer.

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series E, Episode 5 - Europe

With David Mitchell, Dara O'Briain and Phill Jupitus.

BBC Two 9:45pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Russell Howard, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 9, Episode 9

Kevin Bridges, Milton Jones, Russell Kane and Patrick Kielty join Hugh, Andy and Dara.

Channel One 10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Jimmy Carr, Katherine Ryan. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Topical Channel 4 comedy panel show hosted by Jimmy Carr. The questions are based on survey results and statistics.

Radio 2 logo 10pm
60 min
Rhod Gilbert

Rhod Gilbert's Bulging Barrel Of Laughs

Episode 4

Rhod Gilbert hosts an hour of comedy and music with the help of regulars Lloyd Langford, Greg Davies and Sarah Millican. With guest Milton Jones.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Holly Willoughby, Rufus Hound, Leigh Francis, Fearne Cotton

Celebrity Juice

Series 3, Episode 1

Keith Lemon, Holly Willoughby, Fearne Cotton and Rufus Hound are joined by DJ Dave Berry, Corrie actor Craig Gazey and model and WAG Abbey Clancy. Japes, jokes, gossip and star guests, including a new regular round featuring X Factor twins Jedward.

BBC Two 10:15pm (repeat)
The Rob Brydon Show. Rob Brydon. Copyright: Arbie

The Rob Brydon Show

Series 1, Episode 2

Tonight, Rob Brydon's guest is fellow Gavin & Stacey cast member James Corden. There's also music and chat from super-cool Mark Ronson and stand-up comedy from the up-and-coming Carly Smallman.

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Russell Howard, Frankie Boyle. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 5, Episode 11

Michael McIntyre joins Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle for the second time this series. Ben Norris also appears on the show for a second time, this time for Russell Howard and Andy Parsons's team.

Channel One 10:30pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Jimmy Carr, Katherine Ryan. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Topical Channel 4 comedy panel show hosted by Jimmy Carr. The questions are based on survey results and statistics.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Russell Howard, Frankie Boyle. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 5, Episode 7

Fiona Allen takes a seat with Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle. Meanwhile David Mitchell joins Russell Howard and Andy Parsons for another evening.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
Bo' Selecta!. Leigh Francis

Bo' Selecta!

Cha'Mone - Mo'Fo'Selecta! A Tribute to Michael Jackson: Comedian Leigh Francis presents a chronological journey through the life of the pop star. The programme looks at significant moments in the singer's career, and features contributions by rubber-masked Bo' Selecta! stalwarts Craig David and Mel B.

BBC Three 11:10pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Sarah Millican, Rob Brydon, Jason Byrne. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 5, Episode 2 - Rob Brydon, Sarah Millican and Jason Byrne

BAFTA-nominated actor and comedian Rob Brydon hosts. The special guests are funny lady Sarah Millican and Ireland's very own Jason Byrne.

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