British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 19th 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 5 - Super Trubble

Mr Trubble pits the branches of Hotel Trubble against one another in a webcam competition to find the most boring branch and shut it down. So, it is the worst possible time for Dolly to hold the World's Dullest Person competition. Can Lenny's obsession with superheroes save the 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 5 - Friday 19th

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

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

Peoplewatch

Episode 5

Comedy natural history about humans, Springwatch style.

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

Chain Reaction

Series 7, Episode 4 - John Cooper Clarke interviews Kevin Eldon

Punk poet laureate John Cooper Clarke interviews the comedian Kevin Eldon

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 7pm
30 min
BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC

Live From Dorothy's

Satirical sketch show featuring the talents of Brendan Charleson, Iestyn Jones and Tonya Smith.

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 6 - A Winkle In Time

The invasion has started. Nouvion's liberation can be no more than hours away; the Germans are retreating, the girls in the café are practicing their jive - and the British airmen are back!

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 6 - Sex And The Country

Marlene discovers the farmhands concocting a virility potion for Rocky the bull, and manages to sneak a dose into husband Boycie's coffee. Tyler arouses suspicions when make-up is found in his room, and his parents are relieved to be told he has a girlfriend - until it transpires she's also his teacher.

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 9 - Darts All, Folks

Ben discovers that he is not quite the darts player his father was, and Susan discovers that her new personal trainer is not quite fit for purpose.

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

QI

Series H, Episode 15 - Hypnotism, Hallucinations And Hysteria

With Robert Webb, Ronni Ancona and Phill Jupitus.

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 10

The boys and their guests thrash out the hot topics of the week by examining surveys, opinion polls and statistics; from the silly to the serious, from celebrity gossip to world politics. With guests Dr Christian Jessen, Russell Kane, Kimberley Walsh and Josh Widdicombe.

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 5

Dave and Denise arrive home late, arguing loudly and threatening to call off the wedding - now just a week away. Soon the whole family are up and smoothing over the cracks of the evening.

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

Miranda

Series 2, Episode 3 - Let's Do It

Things are looking up for Miranda's love life when as she finds herself with two dates and two men vying for her affections. As always with Miranda, these things are never simple and she risks losing out on her perfect man.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:35pm
55 min
Chris Moyles Quiz Night. Chris Moyles. Copyright: Magnum Media

Chris Moyles Quiz Night

Series 4, Episode 6

The Hasselhoffs, Keith Lemon and Christine Bleakley go head to head with Chris this week as they show off their knowledge.

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

Only Fools And Horses

Series 5, Episode 2 - The Miracle Of Peckham

In an effort to bolster the Church Roof Fund, Del "discovers" a miracle of his own and informs the world press.

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

The Rob Brydon Show

Series 2, Episode 5

Rob Brydon has a royal visit from the legendary Dame Edna Everage and the evergreen Will Young. The unique combination of guests results in some masterful double entendres and a colourful duet. There's also stand-up comedy from the up-and-coming Phil Wang.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 2, Episode 5

Russell turn news junkie once again as he puts his spin on the week's headlines. With guest stand-up Arnab Chanda.

BBC Three 10:30pm
90 min
Three@TheFringe. Copyright: BBC

Three@TheFringe

Lee Nelson, Russell Kane and Charlie Baker present an anarchic, late night live show showcasing some of comedy's biggest names and introducing the stars of the Edinburgh Fringe 2011. Expect top names, characters, sketch, stand-up, special guests and an anything-could-happen atmosphere. The show is broadcast live from the BBC's new, purpose-built venue and offers comedy fans at home a fully-integrated online experience.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:30pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Channel 4 devotes the night the Simon Bird's sitcom. Begins with the rundown of the "Top Ten Moments" in the history of the show, followed by the entire third series.

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

Wall Of Fame

Highlights Special - Uncensored

Enjoy a collection of the cheeky panel show's cheekiest moments!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
The Thick Of It. Image shows from L to R: Glenn Cullen (James Smith), Terri Coverley (Joanna Scanlan), Nicola Murray (Rebecca Front), Malcolm Tucker (Peter Capaldi), Oliver Reeder (Chris Addison). Copyright: BBC

The Thick Of It

Series 3, Episode 1

It's 'Reshuffle Day' at Number 10. When the job at the Department of Social Affairs and Citizenship is turned down by everybody else, there's no option but to promote junior minister Nicola Murray to the Cabinet.

BBC Two 11pm
Review Show

The Review Show At The Edinburgh Festival

Live from Edinburgh, Kirsty Wark and guests discuss the highlights of the International and Fringe festivals.

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 5

American stand-up Jimmy Tingle joins Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle. On the other side Russell Howard and Andy Parsons get the help of David Mitchell.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm
30 min
What's So Funny?. Jason Cook. Copyright: Unique Productions / BBC

What's So Funny?

Edinburgh Special

Jason Cook brings guests and music along with news, reviews and gossip on front-runners for the prestigious comedy award. Featuring Dave Gorman, Isy Suttie, Nick Helm, Michael Winslow, James Acaster and The Horne Section.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
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.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:05pm
30 min
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 5, Saturday Night Diva: Tom poses as a soap star to impress an Italian he meets in a pub, and a night of passion ensues. The next day, jealous Linda does her utmost to bring their whirlwind liaison to a swift end.

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

QI

Series H, Episode 15 - Hypnotism, Hallucinations And Hysteria

With Robert Webb, Ronni Ancona and Phill Jupitus.

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

Only Fools And Horses

Series 5, Episode 2 - The Miracle Of Peckham

In an effort to bolster the Church Roof Fund, Del "discovers" a miracle of his own and informs the world press.

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