British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 18th August 2011

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10am
30 min
Hotel Trubble. Image shows from L to R: Jamie (Sam Phillips), Sally (Dominique Moore), Lenny (Gary Damer). Copyright: BBC

Hotel Trubble

Series 3, Episode 4 - Takahashi

Mr Takahashi, an extremely rude businessman, comes to stay but Jamie is sure he is actually a Hotel of the Year mystery judge and bends over backwards trying to keep him happy. However, it is actually Dolly, and her mysterious past, that makes Mr Takahashi's day.

BBC Radio Scotland 10:30am
90 min
MacAulay And Co. Image shows from L to R: Fred MacAulay, Susan Calman. Copyright: BBC

MacAulay And Co

Edinburgh 2011, Episode 4 - Thursday 18th

Fred MacAulay brings you the pick of the best comedy from the Edinburgh Festival.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Another Case Of Milton Jones. Milton (Milton Jones). Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

Another Case Of Milton Jones

Series 5, Episode 5 - Lorry Driver

Milton Jones is the king of the world of refrigerated haulage with his very own fleet of iced lorries.

BBC Two 7pm
Culture Show

The Culture Show At The Edinburgh Festival

Sue Perkins presents the second installment of Culture Show updates from Edinburgh.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 9, Episode 5 - A Fishy Sendoff

It's the annual fishmongers' parade to the coast, and Michelle has a plan to enter a float capable of spiriting a group across the channel and to freedom in England. Meanwhile, General Von Klinkerhoffen has finalised his plans to blow up Hitler, and requires Gruber and the Colonel's assistance.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series G, Episode 14 - Greeks

With Phill Jupitus, Clive Anderson and Rich Hall.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 1, Episode 5 - Pillow Talk

Boycie struggles to come to terms with the news that his prize bull is gay, and Marlene finds she's missing the noise of the city after suffering sleepless nights. Tyler is delighted to learn he's failed all but two of his GCSEs, thinking he'll no longer be accepted into private school - but his parents have other ideas.

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

QI

Series H, Christmas Special - Hocus Pocus

A special and magical Christmas edition with Graham Norton, Lee Mack and Daniel Radcliffe.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
30 min
Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Andy (Mark Addy), Kieran (Nick Blood), Julie (Jane Horrocks), Linda (Faye McKeever), Katie (Chanel Cresswell), Gavin (Jason Watkins), Sue (Lorraine Cheshire), Margaret (Rita May), Leighton (Joel Fry), Lisa (Beverly Rudd), Colin (Carl Rice). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 1, Episode 4

With Gavin away for the day, Julie jumps at the chance to take charge. Trouble looms, however... Meanwhile, Andy bumps into a butcher he's had a beef with in the past.

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 1, Episode 4

It's Jim's birthday and the family are preparing to head out to the pub to celebrate. Until then, there's plenty of TV to watch and Antony's newly acquired black eye is ripe for mocking.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9:30pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Flintoff, John Bishop, Georgie Ainslie, James Corden, Jamie Redknapp. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 2, Episode 2

Host James Corden, and team captains Jamie Redknapp and Freddie Flintoff, are joined by Chris Evans and Tim Henman for this week's fixture.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Hugo Horton (James Fleet). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 2, Episode 2 - Celebrity Vicar

Following the success of Radio Dibley, the Vicar finds herself becoming somewhat of a minor celebrity, appearing across radio, TV, newspapers and even glossy magazines. It soon appears that Geraldine is neglecting her parish in pursuit of arrogant fame - is it time for her to leave Dibley?

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
HIGNFY Titles. Copyright: BBC / Hat Trick Productions

Have I Got News For You

Series 39, Episode 9

After 39 series spanning over two decades, Have I Got News For You's most famous recurring gag is hosting the show - John Prescott. With guest panellists John Bishop and Penny Smith.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 2, Episode 4

Russell turn news junkie once again as he puts his spin on the week's headlines. The mystery guest is the human spider man.

BBC Three 10:30pm
30 min
The Pranker. Ross Lee. Copyright: Big Talk Productions / Running Bare Pictures

The Pranker

Highlights Special

In a compilation of the best bits from the series, a possessed hippy, a big cat, a bald man, a nymphomaniac mermaid, some frozen urine and a gay man who isn't, all feature along with a surprising pair of chesticles.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:30pm (repeat)
PhoneShop. Image shows from L to R: Jerwayne (Javone Prince), Lance (Martin Trenaman), Janine (Emma Fryer), Christopher (Tom Bennett), Ashley (Andrew Brooke). Copyright: Talkback

PhoneShop

Series 1, Episode 4 - Bear Bad Man

It's 'Super Sales Wednesday', otherwise known as a 'Family Fun Day' to the annoyed staff of PhoneShop Sutton. As if that wasn't enough, the threatened arrival of a security guard casts a shadow over the day.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10:35pm (repeat)
Ronnie Corbett's Comedy Britain. Ronnie Corbett. Copyright: ITV Studios

Ronnie Corbett's Comedy Britain

Episode 2 - Solo Performance

Ronnie concludes his exploration of British comedy, meeting Harry Hill, David Walliams, Rob Brydon, Dara O'Briain and Ken Dodd along the way. He also tells a story from his famous chair.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Saffron (Julia Sawalha). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 1, Episode 1 - Fashion

Wealthy international public relations maven Edina Monsoon awakes hungover with one day to put together a major fashion show. Who should she turn to for help, and can she do it whilst off the booze?

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Lee Mack

Have I Got News For You

Series 37, Episode 8

With guest host Lee Mack and panellists Shappi Khorsandi and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
House On Fire. Image shows from L to R: Matt South (Jody Latham), Vicky Johnson (Emma Pierson). Copyright: Pacificus Productions

House On Fire

Series 2, Episode 3 - Quarantine

Vicky decides to defend her father in court. Matt's parents decide to go on a world tour just as he contracts horrible flu.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm (repeat)
Beaver Falls. Image shows from L to R: A-Rab (Arsher Ali), Barry (John Dagleish), Flynn (Samuel Robertson). Copyright: Company Pictures

Beaver Falls

Series 1, Episode 4

It's the hottest, sweatiest day of the year and it feels like the whole of camp has got one thing on the brain: sex.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
Gimme Gimme Gimme. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Kathy Burke), Tom (James Dreyfus). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Gimme Gimme Gimme

Episode 4, Do They Take Sugar?: Offers of work flood in as Tom's burgeoning TV career looks set to take off thanks to the arrival of Linda's long-lost showbiz sister, who receives a less enthusiastic welcome from her sibling.

Channel 5 logo 11:30pm (repeat)
Comedy Kings - Best Of Just For Laughs. Copyright: Just For Laughs Productions

Comedy Kings - Best Of Just For Laughs

Episode 2

Michael McIntyre, Zach Galifianakis and Jim Jeffries perform stand-up comedy routines at Montreal's renowned Just For Laughs festival.

Radio 4 11:30pm (repeat)
ElvenQuest. Image shows from L to R: Penthiselea (Ingrid Oliver), Sam (Stephen Mangan), Lord Darkness (Alistair McGowan). Copyright: BBC

ElvenQuest

Series 1, Episode 4

The heroes answer a distress call from some sirens and Lord Darkness's pursuit of all things evil is put to one side as he considers getting himself an heir.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:35pm (repeat)
Barbara Windsor

Piers Morgan's Life Stories

Piers Morgan talks to national treasure Barbara Windsor in her first major interview since leaving EastEnders. Award-winning actress Barbara has been a household name for decades, appearing in a variety of films, TV shows and plays both here and in America. Piers will be chatting to her about her remarkable life both on and off screen.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI Logo. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series H, Christmas Special - Hocus Pocus

A special and magical Christmas edition with Graham Norton, Lee Mack and Daniel Radcliffe.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Hugo Horton (James Fleet). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 2, Episode 2 - Celebrity Vicar

Following the success of Radio Dibley, the Vicar finds herself becoming somewhat of a minor celebrity, appearing across radio, TV, newspapers and even glossy magazines. It soon appears that Geraldine is neglecting her parish in pursuit of arrogant fame - is it time for her to leave Dibley?

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