British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 3rd November 2011

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6am (repeat)
Bread. Image shows from L to R: Joey Boswell (Graham Bickley), Aveline Boswell (Melanie Hill), Nellie Boswell (Jean Boht), Grandad (Kenneth Waller), Shifty (Bryan Murray), Adrian Boswell (Jonathon Morris), Billy Boswell (Nick Conway), Freddie Boswell (Ronald Forfar). Copyright: BBC

Bread

Series 1, Episode 2

Billy buys a ring for Julie, but learns that opals are bad luck and is told to get rid of it.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:10am (repeat)
On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 6, Episode 1 - No Smoke Without Fire

Blakey has introduced no-smoking rules after a discarded cigarette nearly burned the depot down. He instructs all crews to attend a special course on fire fighting, and soon Stan is challenged to give up the habit...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:30am (repeat)
The Brittas Empire. Gordon Brittas (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

The Brittas Empire

Series 1, Episode 4

Brittas has to cope with an underwater wedding and a drunken customer.

BBC Two 6:40am (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

CBeebies legend Justin Fletcher gets the nation's under-sixes laughing their socks off with his collection of crazy comedy characters.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Episode 6.3, The Dinner Party: Sandy has relationship problems, and Jean frets when Judith starts dating a married man. Penny and Stephen arrive for a dinner party and Lionel has to steer the conversation away from personal matters.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Episode 6.4, What's Wrong with Mrs Bale?: Jean and Lionel's peaceful weekend in the country is disrupted when they find the faithful Mrs Bale is not her usual cheerful self. To add to their woes, Lionel feels unwell - but a visit from a doctor with a strange bedside manner sheds light on their housekeeper's strange mood.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Dave Podmore. Dave 'Pod' Podmore (Christopher Douglas)

Dave Podmore

2009 Specials - Strictly Dave Podmore

The behind-the-scenes story of Strictly Come Dancing series seven. Has Dave Podmore got what it takes to impress the Strictly judges?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (repeat)
Bread. Image shows from L to R: Joey Boswell (Graham Bickley), Aveline Boswell (Melanie Hill), Nellie Boswell (Jean Boht), Grandad (Kenneth Waller), Shifty (Bryan Murray), Adrian Boswell (Jonathon Morris), Billy Boswell (Nick Conway), Freddie Boswell (Ronald Forfar). Copyright: BBC

Bread

Series 1, Episode 3

Freddie Boswell calls by the family home and throws everyone off: Nellie's distraught at the idea of his permanent return, whilst the kids are all keen to see him again.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 1, Episode 16 - The Bullet Is Not For Firing

The platoon get into trouble when they fire at a German plane. Mainwaring therefore organises a court of inquiry into the whole situation.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (repeat)
The Brittas Empire. Gordon Brittas (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

The Brittas Empire

Series 1, Episode 5

The leisure centre closes as Brittas investigates a case of staff pilfering.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
Potting On. Pam Grant (Pam Ayres)

Potting On

Episode 1 - Stones

Gordon wants to join the bowls club while Pam wants to go to a rock concert.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20am (repeat)
2point4 Children. Image shows from L to R: Bill (Belinda Lang), David (John Pickard), Ben (Gary Olsen), Jenny (Clare Buckfield). Copyright: BBC

2point4 Children

Series 1, Episode 3 - When The Going Gets Tough

As Ben receives notification of an "interview" with the tax inspector, Bill gets into a spot of bother at the supermarket. Meanwhile, there's the small matter of a note and phone number to resolve, and Jenny's going vegetarian.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 14, Episode 8 - Camera Shy

Foggy's new interest in camcorders causes problems for country ramblers.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40am (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 7, Episode 2 - An Almighty Bang

When Von Flockenstuffen announces plans for a daring raid to capture Churchill, to be run from the chateau, the Colonel decides it is time to have Von Klinkerhoffen reinstated. Meanwhile, back at the Café, the LeClercs are stuck inside a wall...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 11am (repeat)
Hotel Trubble. Image shows from L to R: Jamie (Sam Phillips), Sally (Dominique Moore), Lenny (Gary Damer). Copyright: BBC

Hotel Trubble

Series 3, Episode 8 - Bell Boy Bot

Determined to win a HIYA, Hotel Improvement Award, Dolly buys a swish new Bellboybot 2000. Jamie is suspicious of the new arrival, but the rest of the staff think he is just jealous. Can Jamie save his unsuspecting friends from the robot's evil plans for hotel domination?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Ministerial Broadcast

Jim's still insisting on carrying out his 'grand design' for Britain's security - or at least as much of it as possible, and intends to use a television address to the nation to introduce it. There are a few hurdles to overcome first, however; not least the content of the script, and his appearance!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 31, Episode 4 - Howard And The Great Outdoors

Hobbo and his 'team' turn Howard into a tramp to show Pearl how rough he's been living and convince her to take him back.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 1, Episode 16 - The Bullet Is Not For Firing

The platoon get into trouble when they fire at a German plane. Mainwaring therefore organises a court of inquiry into the whole situation.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 31, Episode 5 - Look Whose Wheel's Come Off

Glenda sends a reluctant Barry off to paint a nice view, to take his mind off wanting to eat.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
2point4 Children. Image shows from L to R: Bill (Belinda Lang), David (John Pickard), Ben (Gary Olsen), Jenny (Clare Buckfield). Copyright: BBC

2point4 Children

Series 1, Episode 3 - When The Going Gets Tough

As Ben receives notification of an "interview" with the tax inspector, Bill gets into a spot of bother at the supermarket. Meanwhile, there's the small matter of a note and phone number to resolve, and Jenny's going vegetarian.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:45pm (repeat)
Sadie J. Copyright: BBC

Sadie J

Series 1, Episode 8 - Pompomtastic

Sadie thinks she has made it when Whitney invites her to a cheerleaders party - so she dumps Kit and Dede for the airheads, only to find out it is a cruel trick.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Episode 6.3, The Dinner Party: Sandy has relationship problems, and Jean frets when Judith starts dating a married man. Penny and Stephen arrive for a dinner party and Lionel has to steer the conversation away from personal matters.

U&Yesterday channel logo 2pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 3, Episode 5 - The Kink In Foggy's Niblick

Foggy hasn't played golf since 1939, but he claims that like riding a bicycle, you never forget.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Episode 6.4, What's Wrong with Mrs Bale?: Jean and Lionel's peaceful weekend in the country is disrupted when they find the faithful Mrs Bale is not her usual cheerful self. To add to their woes, Lionel feels unwell - but a visit from a doctor with a strange bedside manner sheds light on their housekeeper's strange mood.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 14, Episode 8 - Camera Shy

Foggy's new interest in camcorders causes problems for country ramblers.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Episode 3, Stately Home: Hyacinth visits a stately home, where she naturally tries her hardest to meet the lord of the manor - only to be thwarted by the untimely arrival of Onslow and Daisy.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 4:30pm (repeat)
Sorry, I've Got No Head. Image shows from L to R: Justin Edwards, James Bachman, Anna Crilly. Copyright: So Television

Sorry, I've Got No Head

Series 1, Episode 13

Jasmine and Prudith visit the local swimming pool, the fearsome Vikings enjoy some quiet time, and Steve and Frank are made an extraordinary offer.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:40pm (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 7, Episode 2 - An Almighty Bang

When Von Flockenstuffen announces plans for a daring raid to capture Churchill, to be run from the chateau, the Colonel decides it is time to have Von Klinkerhoffen reinstated. Meanwhile, back at the Café, the LeClercs are stuck inside a wall...

U&W channel logo 4:40pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 4, Episode 10 - Loco Parents

Ben and Susan have to go back to school for parenting classes as a result of Michael playing truant.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:05pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 6, Episode 2 - Love Is What You Make It

After yet another blazing row between Olive and Arthur disturbing his peace, Stan decides something must be done. Without Arthur's agreement marriage counselling can't help, but perhaps if he and Jack can stoke up the green-eyed monster...

U&W channel logo 5:20pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 4, Episode 11 - Canary Cage

The Harpers get a free holiday to Lanzarote, and even though Ben loses his luggage, he is happy enough to use his brand new digital camera as much as possible, this causes a few misunderstanding with the folks in the holiday home next door.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:25pm (repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Ministerial Broadcast

Jim's still insisting on carrying out his 'grand design' for Britain's security - or at least as much of it as possible, and intends to use a television address to the nation to introduce it. There are a few hurdles to overcome first, however; not least the content of the script, and his appearance!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:05pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 31, Episode 4 - Howard And The Great Outdoors

Hobbo and his 'team' turn Howard into a tramp to show Pearl how rough he's been living and convince her to take him back.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Listen Against. Image shows from L to R: Alice Arnold, Jon Holmes. Copyright: BBC

Listen Against

Series 4, Episode 1

Jon Holmes chases Melvyn Bragg in a time machine; a report on school children getting addicted to Farming Today; and more.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:45pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 31, Episode 5 - Look Whose Wheel's Come Off

Glenda sends a reluctant Barry off to paint a nice view, to take his mind off wanting to eat.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:25pm (repeat)
Harry Enfield & Chums. Image shows from L to R: Kathy Burke, Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse

Harry Enfield & Chums

Series 2, Episode 5

Episode 2.5: Sketches featuriing characters such as Il Postino Pat.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 1, Episode 16 - The Bullet Is Not For Firing

The platoon get into trouble when they fire at a German plane. Mainwaring therefore organises a court of inquiry into the whole situation.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Ben (Daniel Roche), Pete (Hugh Dennis). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 2, Episode 4

Pete and Sue find themselves in every parent's ultimate nightmare - trapped in a foreign airport with three bored young children (and an increasingly bewildered Grandad).

Sky Arts 2 8pm (repeat)
Chekhov: Comedy Shorts. Nyukhin (Steve Coogan). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Chekhov: Comedy Shorts

The complete series of shorts, including the "Doing Chekhov" documentary looking behind the scenes.

U&Yesterday channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 3, Episode 5 - The Kink In Foggy's Niblick

Foggy hasn't played golf since 1939, but he claims that like riding a bicycle, you never forget.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Sir Walter Raleigh (Simon Jones). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder II, Episode 3 - Potato

When Sir Walter Raleigh returns to England's fair shore bringing luxuries such as the potato, the Queen falls in love with the explorers' dream. Edmund merely falls in love with the idea of fame, and of getting one over on the smug git, and so charters his own ship...

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series G, Episode 2 - Ganimals

With Bill Bailey, Sean Lock, Sandi Toksvig and John Hodgman.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 3

Bryn is in his element as he awaits the arrival of his house guests - all the Essex boys are coming down for a big night out in Cardiff and having a sleepover at his place.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Ben (Daniel Roche), Pete (Hugh Dennis). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 2, Episode 5

Mum and Dad try to organise a quiet meal out together. But first they have to escape the house!

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
40 min
Argumental. Image shows from L to R: Robert Webb, Sean Lock, Seann Walsh. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Argumental

Series 4, Episode 1

The fast-talking comedy panel game returns with Sean Lock in the chair and new team captains Robert Webb and Seann Walsh. Seann's joined by Russell Kane and Robert by Jimmy Carr.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Dave Podmore. Dave 'Pod' Podmore (Christopher Douglas)

Dave Podmore

2009 Specials - Strictly Dave Podmore

The behind-the-scenes story of Strictly Come Dancing series seven. Has Dave Podmore got what it takes to impress the Strictly judges?

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

Celebrity Juice

Series 6, Episode 10 - Pop Special

The irrepressible Keith Lemon presents the hilarious topical showbiz panel show which this week is a pop special edition. Team captains Holly Willoughby and Fearne Cotton and regular Rufus Hound are joined by Aston and Oritse from JLS, Jordan and Harley from Rizzle Kicks, and Claire Richards from the recently reformed Steps.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (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

The Inbetweeners Top Ten Moments - Part 2: The top 5 moments from the award winning E4 sitcom. Greg Davies presents.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 5, Episode 2

Russell Howard offers up his unique perspective on the news stories that have dominated the media over the past seven days.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Delve Special. David Lander (Stephen Fry). Copyright: BBC

Delve Special

Series 2, Episode 2 - Whose Baby?

David Lander reports on the implications of revolutionary methods of baby production.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10:35pm (repeat)
Piers Morgan's Life Stories. Image shows from L to R: James Corden, Piers Morgan

Piers Morgan's Life Stories

James Corden talks to Piers Morgan about his meteoric rise to fame and how his over-inflated ego sent him into meltdown.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:35pm
50 min
Show & Tell. Chris Addison. Copyright: Tinderbox Television

Show & Tell

Episode 8

In the final show of the series, Chris Addison is joined by Maeve Higgins, Joe Wilkinson and James Acaster, who each bring something to show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

Series 5, Episode 6 - Rich And Fat

Tony discovers that Gary has £33,000 in his current account, while Tony's ever-expanding waistline doesn't go unnoticed.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (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 9

Mark Watson returns to the show, joining Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle. Russell Howard and Andy Parsons are helped by Jo Caulfield.

U&W channel logo 11pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 4, Episode 10 - Loco Parents

Ben and Susan have to go back to school for parenting classes as a result of Michael playing truant.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
Tonight. Rory Bremner. Copyright: Unique Productions

Tonight

Series 1, Episode 4

A new age of austerity, riots on our streets, and the prospect of global economic meltdown... Rory Bremner and his satirical team look at the week's news.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Ed Reardon's Week. Ed Reardon (Christopher Douglas). Copyright: BBC

Ed Reardon's Week

Series 3, Episode 2 - Dad

Ping gets Ed to write a novel to cash in on the 'violent childhood memoirs' market... but Ed stuggles to fabricate his past. Matters are made worse when his dad comes to stay.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Percy (Tim McInnerny). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder II, Episode 4 - Money

Blackadder is facing money troubles - or, as he puts it, 'cashflow problems' - that are far from helped when the notorious baby-eating Bishop of Bath and Wells arrives to call in a thousand-pound debt.

BBC Two 11:20pm (repeat)
Burnistoun. Image shows from L to R: Robert Florence, Iain Connell. Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Burnistoun

Series 2, Episode 3

Entrepreneur Alex Ciderson demonstrates his new invention, squabbling siblings Paul and Walter celebrate their dead mother's birthday with their usual rivalry, and cheeky 12-year-old boys Marky and Rosso set out to embarrass a family friend.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Kryten (Robert Llewellyn), Rimmer (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series VI, Episode 1 - Psirens

While trying to search for Red Dwarf, the crew encounter a large number of space ships floating in space.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:25pm (repeat)
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 Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
The Mark Steel Lecture. Mark Steel. Copyright: BBC

The Mark Steel Lecture

Series 1, Episode 1 - Oliver Cromwell

Mark presents the life of Oliver Cromwell, claiming that he was a man who seemed to have the sense of humour of a six-year-old, and whose greatest achievement was to make a civil war appealing to the English.

U&W channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 4, Episode 11 - Canary Cage

The Harpers get a free holiday to Lanzarote, and even though Ben loses his luggage, he is happy enough to use his brand new digital camera as much as possible, this causes a few misunderstanding with the folks in the holiday home next door.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (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.

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

QI

Series G, Episode 2 - Ganimals

With Bill Bailey, Sean Lock, Sandi Toksvig and John Hodgman.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40am (repeat)
Harry Enfield & Chums. Image shows from L to R: Kathy Burke, Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse

Harry Enfield & Chums

Series 2, Episode 5

Episode 2.5: Sketches featuriing characters such as Il Postino Pat.

U&Dave channel logo 1am (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 9

Mark Watson returns to the show, joining Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle. Russell Howard and Andy Parsons are helped by Jo Caulfield.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:15am (repeat)
Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

Series 5, Episode 6 - Rich And Fat

Tony discovers that Gary has £33,000 in his current account, while Tony's ever-expanding waistline doesn't go unnoticed.

BBC Three 1:30am (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 5, Episode 2

Russell Howard offers up his unique perspective on the news stories that have dominated the media over the past seven days.

U&Dave channel logo 1:35am (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Kryten (Robert Llewellyn), Rimmer (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series VI, Episode 1 - Psirens

While trying to search for Red Dwarf, the crew encounter a large number of space ships floating in space.

Comedy Central Extra 1:50am (repeat)
Grouchy Young Men. Image shows from L to R: Jon Richardson, Donny Tourette, Jim Jefferies, Jack P. Shepherd, Seann Walsh. Copyright: Liberty Bell

Grouchy Young Men

Series 1, Episode 1

This episode introduces our Grouchy Young Men - including Russell Kane and Donny Tourette - and their irksome memories of those rites of passage years.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:55am (repeat)
Murder Most Horrid. Dawn French

Murder Most Horrid

Episode 5, Murder at Tea Time: A TV presenter finds her popularity fading with the arrival of a streetwise young colleague - and driven by jealousy, she takes drastic measures.

Comedy Central Extra 2:20am (repeat)
Dirty Sexy Funny: Olivia Lee. Olivia Lee. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Dirty Sexy Funny: Olivia Lee

Series 1, Episode 3

The clingy Miss Single checks into a hotel; the OCD lady interviews for a PA; and Lady Gatecrasher pops into a disco.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:20am (repeat)
Show & Tell. Chris Addison. Copyright: Tinderbox Television

Show & Tell

Episode 8

In the final show of the series, Chris Addison is joined by Maeve Higgins, Joe Wilkinson and James Acaster, who each bring something to show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:25am (repeat)
Murder Most Horrid. Dawn French

Murder Most Horrid

Episode 6, Mrs Hat and Mrs Red: Katie Hatcliffe slips into the shoes and lifestyle of a rich-bitch doppelganger, Mrs Red.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 2:30am (repeat)
Image shows from L to R: Alistair McGowan, Dave Lamb

Sports Mash - Taking The Mic

ITV4 show in which archive sport footage is given a comic twist with new commentary supplied by comedians.

U&Dave channel logo 2:30am (repeat)
Genius With Dave Gorman. Dave Gorman. Copyright: BBC

Genius With Dave Gorman

Series 1, Episode 4 - Johnny Vegas

Northern comedian and actor Johnny Vegas examines the hopefully genuis ideas brought to him.

Comedy Central Extra 2:50am (repeat)
Drop The Dead Donkey. Image shows from L to R: Henry Davenport (David Swift), George Dent (Jeff Rawle), Helen Cooper (Ingrid Lacey), Sally Smedley (Victoria Wicks), Damien Day (Stephen Tompkinson), Gus Hedges (Robert Duncan), Joy Merryweather (Susannah Doyle). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Drop The Dead Donkey

Episode 5.2, The Godless Society: Gus tries to impress some Japanese businessmen, and a debate about religion is in trouble when a bishop loses his faith.

BBC Three 3am (repeat)
Lee Nelson's Well Good Show. Lee Nelson (Simon Brodkin)

Lee Nelson's Well Good Show

Series 2, Episode 5

Lee invites an audience member to take on some unusual subjects at Lee Nelson's Comprehensive. Preening premiership footballer Jason Bent finds his team at the bottom of the league, while Dr Bob reassures first-time parents with his unique bedside manner.

Comedy Central Extra 3:20am (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 5, Episode 3 - Non Starter

Sharon persuades Tracey to teach her to drive. Darryl and Chris are due to be moved to a less high secrity prison.

BBC Three 3:30am (repeat)
Lee Nelson's Well Good Show. Lee Nelson (Simon Brodkin)

Lee Nelson's Well Good Show

Series 2, Episode 6

Superstar footballer Jason Bent is quizzed about his new contract by BBC Radio 5 Live's Mark Chapman, Dr Bob hosts an impromptu student party on the maternity ward, and Lee's Nan gives her take on a club classic. Plus, Omelette tackles this week's Peer Pressure Challenge.

Comedy Central Extra 3:50am (repeat)
Not The Nine O'Clock News. Image shows from L to R: Rowan Atkinson, Mel Smith, Pamela Stephenson, Griff Rhys Jones. Copyright: Getty Images

Not The Nine O'Clock News

Popular satirical sketch show of the late 70s and early 80s starring Rowan Atkinson, Mel Smith, Griff Rhys Jones and Pamela Stephenson.

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