British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 29th July 2011

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9am
30 min
Scoop. Digby Digworth (Shaun Williamson). Copyright: BBC

Scoop

Series 3, Episode 5 - Foul Play

Digby and Hacker uncover a plan to steal big money from the local football club.

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
Cabin Pressure. Image shows from L to R: Arthur (John Finnemore), Douglas (Roger Allam), Carolyn (Stephanie Cole), Martin (Benedict Cumberbatch). Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

Cabin Pressure

Series 3, Episode 5 - Rotterdam

It's lifejacket, camera, action as stardom beckons for one of the crew of MJN Air, but who will get to blow the final whistle? And will they look good in a vest?

BBC Radio Scotland 1:45pm
15 min
BBC Radio Scotland

Peoplewatch

Episode 2 - Mating Rituals

Comedy natural history about humans, Springwatch style, presented by St John Attenborough with co-host Tommy Sheridan (played by Lewis Macleod). The theme is mating rituals.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm
30 min
Sorry, I've Got No Head. Marek Larwood. Copyright: So Television

Sorry, I've Got No Head

Series 3, Episode 11

Blueberry Woman enjoys a family reunion, Eddie Bigg lends his friend his favourite pencil and Gerald gets confused during a police identity parade.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Chain Reaction. Copyright: BBC

Chain Reaction

Series 7, Episode 1 - Rhys Thomas interviews Simon Day

This week, Rhys Thomas interviews Simon Day.

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 7pm
30 min
Those That Can't. Copyright: BBC / Zipline Creative

Those That Can't

Series 3, Episode 4 - Trapped

As Bryn, Glyn and John Jones find themselves locked inside a sports cupboard after school, they plan their great escape - via the roof.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 7pm (repeat)
Odd One In. Image shows from L to R: Peter Andre, Bradley Walsh, Jason Manford. Copyright: Zeppotron

Odd One In

Series 2, Episode 6

Jason Manford, Peter Andre, Sarah Millican and Stephen Mulhern must try to work out who can hold their breath underwater for over five minutes, who can lift a table with their teeth, who is the genuine American, who is sporting fake facial hair and who is the incredible pogo-stick freestyler.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 8 - Christine

After the events of New Year's Eve, Anita's left the canteen. Her replacement, Christine, has chronic flatulence and manages to upset, annoy, and/or anger everyone within a couple of hours. On top of that, the social services want Petula to live with Bren!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 9 - Gravy

Petula makes a surprise announcement, and Bren is excited to have been picked to appear on TV quiz show Totally Trivial. Tony's hoping she'll come away with him to a new life in Scotland.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 11, Episode 6 - Relationship Happens

Ben and Susan go off to a couples' retreat for a weekend - at which they prove to be less than ideal guests - leaving Janey and Michael vying for the affections of Michael's new boyfriend. But the triangle proves to be more Bermuda than eternal.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Dave's One Night Stand. Chris Addison

Dave's One Night Stand

Series 2, Episode 1 - Chris Addison

The Thick Of It's Chris Addison returns home to perform at the Manchester Palace Theatre, supported by Craig Campbell and Jo Enright.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
30 min
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 11, Episode 7

Tim Westwood, Lauren Laverne, David O'Doherty and Matthew Crosby debate the hot topics of the week by examining surveys, opinion polls and statistics.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 3, Episode 5

Nana's round again, and Antony's planning a trip to London. Jim's none-too complimentary about his dreams, but Denise has had enough of their father's harsh comments.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Gary (Tom Ellis), Penny (Patricia Hodge), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Clive (James Holmes). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 1, Episode 6 - Dog

The discovery of a handsome stranger's lost wallet in the shop prompts one of Miranda and Stevie's infamous competitions.

BBC Three 9:30pm (repeat)
The Pranker. Ross Lee. Copyright: Big Talk Productions / Running Bare Pictures

The Pranker

Episode 3

A pest controller fails to control himself, the patience of a takeaway delivery driver is pushed to the limit by some old folk and Flash Harry draws attention to a couple of interesting points he's determined to share.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:30pm
60 min
Alan Carr: Chatty Man. Alan Carr. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Alan Carr: Chatty Man

Series 6, Episode 7 - Stephen Merchant, Bradley Cooper, One Direction, Will Young

Alan is joined by 2010 X Factor finalists, One Direction, in their first TV interview. Stephen Merchant, the tallest man in comedy, pops in to talk about his forthcoming stand-up tour. Bradley Cooper chats about the DVD release of hit movie Limitless. Plus, Will Young performs his latest single Jealousy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 7, Episode 2 - The Chance Of A Lunchtime

Raquel attends an audition and, despite Del's help, she gets the part. But fortune has a knack of spoiling the best laid plans...

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
The Rob Brydon Show. Rob Brydon. Copyright: Arbie

The Rob Brydon Show

Series 2, Episode 2

Rob Brydon meets stand-up comedian, musician and actor, Bill Bailey. British R&B soul star, Beverley Knight also joins Rob for a special duet close to both of their hearts, and up-and-coming Australian comedian Celia Pacquola provides some cheeky stand-up.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Shameless. Frank Gallagher (David Threlfall). Copyright: Company Pictures

Shameless

Series 2, Episode 9

Debbie's on a mission to help Marty, who has an impending court appearance for a breach of the peace. Meanwhile, Fiona is suffering from morning sickness.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm
45 min version
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Series 34, Episode 7

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present topical stand-up, sketches and songs. Featuring Mitch Benn, Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Robin Ince and Jon Holmes.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm
30 min
Wall Of Fame. David Walliams. Copyright: CPL Productions

Wall Of Fame

Episode 7

Joining David Walliams and co this week are Strictly Come Dancing's Anton du Beke, and Professor Robert Winston.

BBC Three 10:30pm (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 4, Episode 4

Having looked at over 60 news channels from across the world, read over 140 newspapers and watched over 1000 clips since last week, the Good News team are back to share the funniest things they've found.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:30pm
50 min
Chris Moyles Quiz Night. Chris Moyles. Copyright: Magnum Media

Chris Moyles Quiz Night

Series 4, Episode 3

In tonight's show Chris is joined by guests Stacey Solomon, Chris Tarrant and Jimmy Carr.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 3, Episode 2

Ken Livingstone, Reginald D. Hunter, Fern Britton and Stephen Mangan are the guests trying to lie this week. Does the 'D' in Reginald's name stand for 'Delicious' and is Lee Mack lying about a sausage roll?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:05pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 3, Episode 4

Nana's friend Elsie has died. Norma's distraught; enough to need to stay at the Royles' for a couple of nights, but apparently not too upset to plan what of Elsie's belongings she should take from her home.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:05pm
30 min
My Favourite Joke. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

My Favourite Joke

Episode 2

This week's contributors include Jonathan Ross, Micky Flanagan, Rich Hall and Jon Richardson.

U&Dave channel logo 11:05pm (repeat)
Shameless. Frank Gallagher (David Threlfall). Copyright: Company Pictures

Shameless

Series 2, Episode 10

It's the local elections, and Kash is running for Chatsworth's Councillor, against dirty dealing Bernie Creme. Meanwhile, Frank tries to persuade Lillian to cash in on her misfortune.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 8 - Christine

After the events of New Year's Eve, Anita's left the canteen. Her replacement, Christine, has chronic flatulence and manages to upset, annoy, and/or anger everyone within a couple of hours. On top of that, the social services want Petula to live with Bren!

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:50pm (repeat)
Sirens. Image shows from L to R: Stuart Bayldon (Rhys Thomas), Rachid Mansaur (Kayvan Novak), Ashley Greenwick (Richard Madden). Copyright: Daybreak Pictures

Sirens

Episode 5 - Stress

Stuart is in denial about the stresses of his job so decides to focus on Maxine's unsettled feelings about fireman Craig and how they are threatening her chances of promotion. He attempts to find subtle ways to reassure her that Craig is really into her, but is he really the right man to play Cupid, or will he end up creating more stress for both of them?

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV Midnight (repeat)
The Marriage Ref. Dermot O'Leary

The Marriage Ref

Episode 6

This week, panellists Jonathan Ross, Jack Dee and Gavin & Stacey's Joanna Page must decide who is in the right and who is in the wrong in three domestic disputes. Featuring a couple who are fighting over the temperature in their bedroom and a husband who spends a lot of time on his fantasy role-playing hobby.

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