British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 25th August 2011

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10am
35 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 9 - American President

The American President secretly checks into Hotel Trubble, relying for his safety on the fact that no one will look for him at such a rubbish, cheap fleapit. When he gets locked in the toilet, leaving Lenny looking after a laptop that will enact any law he chooses, things start to get seriously silly.

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 3 - Thursday 25th

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

Radio 4 3:30pm
15 min
Comic Fringes. Copyright: BBC

Comic Fringes

Series 7, Episode 3 - A Difference Of Opinion

By Bridget Christie. The ghost of a long-dead European leader demands a debate on faith.

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 6 - Milton Jones Becomes Britain's Best-Known Undercover Journalist

Comedy series in which Milton Jones assumes the role of expert in a particular field, with no ability whatsoever. Which means that Milton Jones also becomes Britain's most least-effective undercover journalist.

BBC Two 7pm
Culture Show

The Culture Show At The Edinburgh Festival

Sue Perkins presents the final episode of Culture Show updates from Edinburgh.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:05pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 4 - Summer

When could be worse to suffer more than a fortnight without running water, than during a summer heatwave? It's all down to demand in the region, and fortunately the water company have a plan to resolve it. It'll make millionaires of some Dibley residents, but have long-reaching consequences.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 3

Stacey's getting used to being an 'Essex wife' but it's not as exciting as she'd hoped.

BBC Three 9pm
60 min
Edinburgh Comedy Fest Live. Jon Richardson. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Edinburgh Comedy Fest Live

2011, Episode 1

Jon Richardson introduces Josh Widdicombe, Shappi Khorsandi, Seann Walsh, Ed Byrne, Abandoman, Mark Watson, Russell Kane, Tom Stade and many more.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm
75 min
Show Me The Funny. Image shows from L to R: Kate Copstick, Jason Manford, Alan Davies. Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Show Me The Funny

Episode 7 - Live Final

Jason Manford hosts the live final of the stand-up comedy competition from the Hammersmith Apollo in London. The three remaining comedians will perform in front of an audience of 3,000 people as they compete for the biggest prize in comedy...

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 5

Kieran isn't his usual cheeky chappy self after spotting Katie flirting with a shop fitter. Plus, Julie tries to help Gavin move on.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9:30pm (repeat)
Wall Of Fame. David Walliams. Copyright: CPL Productions

Wall Of Fame

Episode 4

Mr Walliams takes the reins in raucous rounds inspired by what has been heard through the grapevines of gossip. TV legend Terry Wogan and razor-sharp comedian Jimmy Carr guest.

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 3, Episode 3 - Amy

Over-excited by the appearance of a lesbian couple in their building, Lee and Tim ask them over for dinner, little realising that their adolescent attempt to get their jollies will backfire when Lucy discovers a side to herself that she never knew existed.

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 4, Special - JLS Special

Regulars Keith, Holly, Fearne and Rufus are joined by JLS band members Marvin, Oritse, JB and Aston for some hilarious fun and games. Plus Hollywood star Verne Troyer features in a special round.

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (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 2

Pop star Liz McClarnon, Kaiser Chiefs' front man Ricky Wilson and Masterchef judge Gregg Wallace join Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer in the second episode of the hit comedy panel show, which also features Jack Dee and Ulrika Jonsson as team captains.

BBC Three 10:30pm
30 min
Lee Nelson's Well Good Show. Lee Nelson (Simon Brodkin)

Lee Nelson's Well Good Show

Series 2, Episode 1

Lee Nelson returns with Well Good Dad, Bent Night Live, Dr Bob, Aunty Janet's useful tips, Omelette and Nan.

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 5 - Salesman Of The Month

For the first time in years, someone other than Little Gary Patel is in with a chance of being top salesman of the month. As the boys vie for position, Janine moons over her new boyfriend, Don.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
HIGNFY Titles. Copyright: BBC / Hat Trick Productions

Have I Got News For You

Series 37, Episode 1

With host Frank Skinner and guest panellists Alan Duncan and Katy Brand.

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 4 - Makeover

Vicky decides she needs a new body - and where better to get one than down the local gym?

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 5

Today love is causing problems all over camp. Kimberley realises the truth about Jake, Rachael is struggling to deal with the events of last week and Pam's indiscretions finally push Bobby over the edge.

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.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 3

Stacey's getting used to being an 'Essex wife' but it's not as exciting as she'd hoped.

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