British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 4th 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 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.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:10am (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...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:30am (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 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 6.5, Alistair's Engagement: Lionel and Jean return from a weekend away to find Judith's boyfriend has been staying at the house. To add to their woes, Alistair announces he has got engaged to a girl named Mercury - dashing their hopes of his ever becoming their son-in-law.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
The Alan Davies Show. Alan (Alan Davies). Copyright: BBC

The Alan Davies Show

Episode 3 - Mr Strawberry

Alan becomes Mr Strawberry and Murray enters every competition going.

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 6.6, The House Next Door: Jean and Lionel settle down to enjoy a quiet evening, only to find themselves constantly disturbed by ominous noises from the empty house next door.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am
30 min
What's So Funny?. Ed Byrne. Copyright: Unique Productions / BBC

What's So Funny?

Series 2, Episode 5

Ed Byrne and Lucy Porter bring a mix of news, reviews and interviews from the comedy world. They are joined by John Finnemore and Ava Vidal.

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 4

A photographer offers Aveline more money for a nude shoot and is made to wish he hadn't, while Jack makes an inauspicious entry into the art world.

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

The Brittas Empire

Series 1, Episode 6

Brittas is more concerned about falling attendance at Whitbury Leisure Centre than any attempt to murder him.

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 4 - Love And Marriage

Bill's mother comes to stay, and is just as difficult as ever. Meanwhile, Bill's also finding it increasingly difficult to communicate and reason with Jenny - could daughter be turning into mother?

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 9 - Wheelies

Compo, Clegg and Foggy prove that the invention of the wheel might not have been such a good idea after all.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:35am (repeat)
The Ladykillers. Image shows from L to R: Major Claude Courtney (Cecil Parker), Harry Robinson (Peter Sellers), Professor Marcus (Alec Guinness), Louisa Alexandra Wilberforce (Katie Johnson), 'One-Round' Lawson (Danny Green). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

The Ladykillers

Classic Ealing comedy starring Alec Guinness and Peter Sellers. A gang of robbers meet their match in a little old lady.

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 3 - Fleeing Monks

As Michelle prepares to send the airmen back to England whilst disguised as Monks, René is attempting to get out of receiving a collaboration medal from the General - an honour for which the Resistance, communists AND townspeople would have him executed!

CBBC 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 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.

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 3 - The Smoke Screen

Jim finds himself frustrated, as ever, by the conflicting demands of his colleagues, the Civil Service, and interest groups. This time the health of the nation is as stake as the Minister for Health puts forward anti-smoking proposals, whilst Jim is already struggling with the Treasury to find tax cuts.

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
In And Out Of The Kitchen. Damien Trench (Miles Jupp). Copyright: BBC

In And Out Of The Kitchen

Series 1, Episode 1 - January 1st To 5th

Damien and his partner Anthony decide on their New Year's Resolutions.

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 6 - The Very Last Of The Summer Wine: How Not To Cry At Weddings

Everyone arrives at the pub for the wedding, but Glenda receives a call to say the bridegroom has done a runner.

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 20, Episode 1 - The Pony Set

Auntie Wainwright has a new line in all things equestrian - even a riding simulator, which Compo thinks might come rather handy.

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 4 - Love And Marriage

Bill's mother comes to stay, and is just as difficult as ever. Meanwhile, Bill's also finding it increasingly difficult to communicate and reason with Jenny - could daughter be turning into mother?

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:20pm (repeat)
Carry On Doctor. Image shows from L to R: Matron (Hattie Jacques), Francis Bigger (Frankie Howerd), Dr. Tinkle (Kenneth Williams). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On Doctor

Frankie Howerd joins the Carry On regulars in a hospital-based adventure. With Sid James, Jim Dale and Kenneth Williams.

BBC Radio Scotland 1:45pm
15 min
...At The Stand. Hardeep Singh Kohli. Copyright: Dabster Productions

...At The Stand

Hardeep At The Stand, Episode 3

Carl Donnelly talks about his dance moves and problems with cars; Jo Caulfield talks about about her move to Edinburgh; and Lee Camp combines political ranting with some killer one liners.

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

Sadie J

Series 1, Episode 9 - Cherylistic

Sadie accidentally promises to get an A-list celeb for a Save-the-Y-Club concert - so she ends trying, then lying, then finally impersonating Cheryl Cole herself.

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 6.5, Alistair's Engagement: Lionel and Jean return from a weekend away to find Judith's boyfriend has been staying at the house. To add to their woes, Alistair announces he has got engaged to a girl named Mercury - dashing their hopes of his ever becoming their son-in-law.

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 6 - Going To Gordon's Wedding

Compo's nephew is marrying Josie. Foggy is apprehensive - the combination of relatives and alcohol fills him with deep foreboding.

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 6.6, The House Next Door: Jean and Lionel settle down to enjoy a quiet evening, only to find themselves constantly disturbed by ominous noises from the empty house next door.

Sky Arts 2 3pm (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.

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 9 - Wheelies

Compo, Clegg and Foggy prove that the invention of the wheel might not have been such a good idea after all.

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 4, The Charity Shop: A combination of working at the charity shop and worrying about Rose's love life leaves Hyacinth feeling harassed.

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 3 - Fleeing Monks

As Michelle prepares to send the airmen back to England whilst disguised as Monks, René is attempting to get out of receiving a collaboration medal from the General - an honour for which the Resistance, communists AND townspeople would have him executed!

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 12 - May The Best Man Win

Abi's father asks Ben to be his best man, which turns out to be a bad move.

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

On The Buses

Series 6, Episode 3 - Private Hire

Stan is in an awkward position, somewhere between the dog track, his wages, and Mum's housekeeping money! After borrowing a small amount to tide him over from depot lout Basher, Stan's ready to do almost anything for money!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:20pm (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 3 - The Smoke Screen

Jim finds himself frustrated, as ever, by the conflicting demands of his colleagues, the Civil Service, and interest groups. This time the health of the nation is as stake as the Minister for Health puts forward anti-smoking proposals, whilst Jim is already struggling with the Treasury to find tax cuts.

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 13 - It's A Window Filled Life

The Harper house is quarantined because Roger is contagious. Nick goes into business with an eighteen-foot python, while Michael gets to grips with a rocket launcher.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:25pm
30 min
Dani's House. Image shows from L to R: Max (Sebastian Applewhite), Toby (Harry Culverhouse), Sam (Klariza Clayton), Dani (Dani Harmer), Ben (James Gandhi). Copyright: The Foundation / BBC

Dani's House

Series 4, Highlights Special - Sayonara Sam

When Sam has cold feet about leaving her friends to join the NASA training programme, Dani and Jack must show her that she would be crazy not to follow her dream. Besides, however far away Sam is, they will always be her mates.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
The Alan Davies Show. Alan (Alan Davies). Copyright: BBC

The Alan Davies Show

Episode 3 - Mr Strawberry

Alan becomes Mr Strawberry and Murray enters every competition going.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (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 6 - The Very Last Of The Summer Wine: How Not To Cry At Weddings

Everyone arrives at the pub for the wedding, but Glenda receives a call to say the bridegroom has done a runner.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The News Quiz. Andy Zaltzman

The News Quiz

Series 75, Episode 9

Sandi Toksvig is in the chair as panellists Andy Hamilton, Phill Jupitus, Jeremy Hardy and Bridget Christie examine the funnier aspects of the week's news. Harriet Cass reads out cuttings sent in by listeners.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (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 20, Episode 1 - The Pony Set

Auntie Wainwright has a new line in all things equestrian - even a riding simulator, which Compo thinks might come rather handy.

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 7pm
30 min
What's The Story?. Justin Waite. Copyright: Tidy Productions

What's The Story?

Series 5, Episode 4

Justin Waite is joined by Maria winner Connie Fisher and Tom Craine, Bennett Arron and Danielle Ward.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
Harry Enfield & Chums. Image shows from L to R: Kathy Burke, Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse

Harry Enfield & Chums

Series 2, Episode 6

Episode 2.6: Tim Nice-But-Dim transforms himself into a rock star, and Kevin and Perry try their luck with the opposite sex.

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 5

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

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 6 - Going To Gordon's Wedding

Compo's nephew is marrying Josie. Foggy is apprehensive - the combination of relatives and alcohol fills him with deep foreboding.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
The Impressions Show With Culshaw & Stephenson. Image shows from L to R: Jon Culshaw, Debra Stephenson. Copyright: BBC

The Impressions Show With Culshaw & Stephenson

Series 3, Episode 2

Jo Brand, Fabio Capello, Gok Wan and Pat Butcher are just a few of the targets for Jon Culshaw and Debra Stephenson in this episode. Plus Nick Robinson is up to his pranks again, and Prince Charles realises it is time to find a job.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
The Impressions Show With Culshaw & Stephenson. Image shows from L to R: Jon Culshaw, Debra Stephenson. Copyright: BBC

The Impressions Show With Culshaw & Stephenson

Series 3, Episode 2

Jo Brand, Fabio Capello, Gok Wan and Pat Butcher are just a few of the targets for Jon Culshaw and Debra Stephenson in this episode. Plus Nick Robinson is up to his pranks again, and Prince Charles realises it is time to find a job.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 8:30pm (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Series 11, Episode 4

This week, Harry takes a look at Young Apprentice and asks whether meat or tomatoes are better. An eyebrow is raised to Gino D'Acampo's There's No Taste Like Home, and an early chopper is spotted at Downton Abbey.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8:30pm
30 min
Spy. Image shows from L to R: The Examiner (Robert Lindsay), Marcus (Jude Wright), Tim (Darren Boyd). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Spy

Series 1, Episode 4 - Codename: Bookclub

Tim really wants to join Marcus's book club, well, what he thinks is a book club. Meanwhile, the Examiner demonstrates his unique lie-detecting skills.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (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.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Chris Addison, Al Murray, Tim Vine. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 5, Episode 3 - Al Murray, Chris Addison and Tim Vine

The pub landlord Al Murray hosts, before introducing special guests Chris Addison and pun-meister Tim Vine.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 42, Episode 4

Stephen Mangan hosts the popular news quiz with team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop. The guests are Inbetweeners star Greg Davies and journalist Grace Dent.

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

QI

Series H, Episode 6 - Happiness

With Rich Hall, Andy Hamilton and Phill Jupitus.

BBC Three 9pm (repeat)
Him & Her. Image shows from L to R: Becky (Sarah Solemani), Steve (Russell Tovey). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Him & Her

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Move

Laura, Paul and Shelly come round to congratulate Becky on moving into Steve's flat, though it's spoilt by the fact that they've also invited Julie Taylor, Steve's ex.

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.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm
30 min
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Jason Byrne, Micky Flanagan, Seann Walsh. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 7, Episode 1 - Micky Flanagan, Seann Walsh, Jason Byrne

Micky Flanagan hosts the first episode of the new series of Live At The Apollo, with guests Seann Walsh and Jason Byrne.

BBC Three 9:30pm (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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Victoria Wood Live

Victoria Wood Live

This classic live show finds the comedienne in sparkling form, with her trademark witty wordplay.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series I, Episode 9 - Illness

With Jo Brand, Ben Goldacre and Andy Hamilton.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Russell Howard, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 8, Episode 4

With guests Milton Jones, Jack Whitehall and Holly Walsh.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
What's So Funny?. Ed Byrne. Copyright: Unique Productions / BBC

What's So Funny?

Series 2, Episode 5

Ed Byrne and Lucy Porter bring a mix of news, reviews and interviews from the comedy world. They are joined by John Finnemore and Ava Vidal.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
35 min
Pete Versus Life. Image shows from L to R: Jake (Daniel Ings), Manfred (David Fynn), Chloe (Susannah Fielding), Pete (Rafe Spall), Rob (Joseph Kloska), Anna (Pippa Duffy). Copyright: Objective Productions

Pete Versus Life

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Tennis Player

Work is thin on the ground so Pete gets a job in a chicken packing factory... But things (briefly) begin to look up when a national paper decides to print one of his articles.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm
60 min
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Jamie Redknapp, James Corden, John Bishop, Georgie Ainslie, Andrew Flintoff. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 4, Episode 5

England cricketer James Anderson and comic Jimmy Carr join in the fun in a must-see fix that sees Corden, Bishop and Thompson limber up for a rhythmic gymnastics contest.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm
45 min
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 10, Episode 3 - Johnny Depp, Ricky Gervais, Carey Mulligan, Ed Byrne

Joining Graham on his sofa are Hollywood icon Johnny Depp, talking about his new film The Rum Diary; Oscar nominated actress Carey Mulligan, who is in the upcoming movie Shame; comedy superstar Ricky Gervais, who is introducing new series Life's Too Short; top stand-up Ed Byrne; and Snow Patrol, performing the single This Isn't Everything You Are.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:35pm
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 12, Episode 7

Guests Russell Kane, Mark Watson and Louise Redknapp join Jimmy, Jon and Sean.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Tim (Tim Vine), Lee (Lee Mack), Kate (Megan Dodds). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 1, Episode 1 - Serious

Lee tries to find his serious side by going on a date with an author.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Image shows from L to R: Emun Elliott, Amy Huberman, Stephen Wight

Threesome

Series 1, Episode 4

When Alice's tall, handsome and rich ex, Ben, turns up it sends Mitch's pre-existing insecurities into overload.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
The Lee Mack Show. Lee Mack. Copyright: BBC

The Lee Mack Show

The quick-fire comic presents stand-up, sketches and music in his popular show for Radio 2.

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 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.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:10pm
50 min
Stand Up For The Week. Image shows from L to R: Seann Walsh, Paul Chowdhry, Jon Richardson, Sara Pascoe, Josh Widdicombe, Rich Hall. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Stand Up For The Week

Series 3, Episode 1

Topical stand-up show Stand Up For The Week returns for a third series with six brand-new episodes, a new line-up and a new venue. Regular contributor and 8 Out Of 10 Cats team captain Jon Richardson steps up to the hosting plate, while Rich Hall is joined by team newcomers Seann Walsh, Josh Widdicombe, Sara Pascoe and Paul Chowdhry.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (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 1 - Hair

Tony returns from his holidays sporting a beard, and Dorothy moves in with Gary.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 11:30pm (repeat)
This Is Jinsy. Image shows from L to R: Maven (Justin Chubb), Mr Slightlyman (David Tennant), Sporall (Chris Bran). Copyright: The Welded Tandem Picture Company

This Is Jinsy

Series 1, Episode 8 - Kelpman

Brian Murphy and Colin Hoult guest star as Maven finds himself stranded, humiliated and at the mercy of a mysterious, seaweed-based beast.

Comedy Central 11:30pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Chris Addison, Al Murray, Tim Vine. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 5, Episode 3 - Al Murray, Chris Addison and Tim Vine

The pub landlord Al Murray hosts, before introducing special guests Chris Addison and pun-meister Tim Vine.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Vent. Ben (Neil Pearson). Copyright: BBC

Vent

Series 2, Episode 1 - Mary's Girl Child

Ben's quest for a reason for his illness leads to a package tour through the Bible and a hard-hitting interview by Jeremy Paxman with God.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11:30pm (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 6

Julie is in a right pickle when the new area manager and an old friend calls in a favour. Elsewhere, Kieran gets some stick for his 'beard'.

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

Harry Enfield & Chums

Series 2, Episode 6

Episode 2.6: Tim Nice-But-Dim transforms himself into a rock star, and Kevin and Perry try their luck with the opposite sex.

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

QI

Series H, Episode 6 - Happiness

With Rich Hall, Andy Hamilton and Phill Jupitus.

BBC Radio Scotland 12:30am (repeat)
...At The Stand. Hardeep Singh Kohli. Copyright: Dabster Productions

...At The Stand

Hardeep At The Stand, Episode 3

Carl Donnelly talks about his dance moves and problems with cars; Jo Caulfield talks about about her move to Edinburgh; and Lee Camp combines political ranting with some killer one liners.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:35am (repeat)
Game On. Image shows from L to R: Martin Henson (Matthew Cottle), Mandy Wilkins (Samantha Janus), Matthew Malone (Neil Stuke). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Game On

Series 3, Episode 3 - Marines And Vacuum Cleaner

Impressed by Archie's tales of life in the Royal Marines, Matt decides to join the Marines in honour of his dead brother Danny. Trouble is, Martin and Mandy don't recall Matt ever having a brother.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 12:40am (repeat)
Richard Bacon's Beer & Pizza Club. Richard Bacon. Copyright: TalkbackThames

Richard Bacon's Beer & Pizza Club

Series 2, Episode 5

Richard Bacon invites more guests over to his club for beer and pizza including boxing champion Amir Khan, and comedians Holly Walsh and Tom Deacon, while Joe Swash mans the bar this week. Topics up for discussion include the last time they hid from someone - and who would they like to see back on TV?

BBC Three 12:50am (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.

BBC Two 12:55am (repeat)
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Laughs In The Park

Eddie Izzard, Ross Noble and Tommy Tiernan perform at Laughs in the Park 2011, the UK's largest open air comedy festival.

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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 1 - Hair

Tony returns from his holidays sporting a beard, and Dorothy moves in with Gary.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1am (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Series 11, Episode 4

This week, Harry takes a look at Young Apprentice and asks whether meat or tomatoes are better. An eyebrow is raised to Gino D'Acampo's There's No Taste Like Home, and an early chopper is spotted at Downton Abbey.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:15am (repeat)
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dinnerladies

Series 1, Episode 5 - Party

The canteen are tasked with catering the factory's Christmas do, and must stick to a Japanese theme as a multi-national merger is being negotiated.

BBC Three 1:20am (repeat)
Him & Her. Image shows from L to R: Becky (Sarah Solemani), Steve (Russell Tovey). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Him & Her

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Move

Laura, Paul and Shelly come round to congratulate Becky on moving into Steve's flat, though it's spoilt by the fact that they've also invited Julie Taylor, Steve's ex.

BBC Two Wales. Copyright: BBC 1:25am (repeat)
Laughs In The Park. Image shows from L to R: Eddie Izzard, Ross Noble, Tommy Tiernan. Copyright: BBC

Laughs In The Park

Eddie Izzard, Ross Noble and Tommy Tiernan perform at Laughs in the Park 2011, the UK's largest open air comedy festival.

Comedy Central Extra 1:30am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 1, Episode 14

Lloyd Langford on the Winter Olympics, Tom Wrigglesworth on internet porn, Craig Campbell on canoe man, and Justin Moorhouse on getting heckled.

U&Dave channel logo 1:30am (repeat)
That Mitchell And Webb Look. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Robert Webb. Copyright: BBC

That Mitchell And Webb Look

Series 3, Episode 1

Sketches include the difficult home life of Santa Claus, Mrs Claus and Santa's troubled brother, Russ; Jan Hankl's exciting new technique for finding books and car keys simply by patting your thighs; and the best way to discover a murderer.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:55am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Episode 4, The Charity Shop: A combination of working at the charity shop and worrying about Rose's love life leaves Hyacinth feeling harassed.

Comedy Central Extra 2am (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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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.

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Game On

Series 3, Episode 3 - Marines And Vacuum Cleaner

Impressed by Archie's tales of life in the Royal Marines, Matt decides to join the Marines in honour of his dead brother Danny. Trouble is, Martin and Mandy don't recall Matt ever having a brother.

Comedy Central Extra 2:30am (repeat)
Rab C. Nesbitt. Rab C. Nesbitt (Gregor Fisher). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Rab C. Nesbitt

Series 6, Episode 1 - Fast

Crisis hits the Nesbitt household when Rab's benefit is suspended, forcing him to seek profitable employment.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 2:40am (repeat)
Duty Free. Image shows from L to R: David Pearce (Keith Barron), Linda Cochran (Joanna Van Gyseghem), Carlos (Carlos Douglas), Robert Cochran (Neil Stacy), Amy Pearce (Gwen Taylor). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Duty Free

Series 3, Episode 3 - Close Up

The Wish You Were Here team have arrived at the hotel and the Brits have all become budding T.V. stars for the day.

Comedy Central Extra 3:10am (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 5.3, The Bird of Doom: Gus brings in a hawk for pest control, but Sally has a fear of birds. Meanwhile Joy has to down her anger down as she goes for an interview at the BBC.

Comedy Central Extra 3:40am (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 4 - Absent Friends

A spate of burglaries throws suspicion on Sharon and Tracey.

BBC Three 3:50am (repeat)
Lee Nelson's Well Good Show. Lee Nelson (Simon Brodkin)

Lee Nelson's Well Good Show

Series 2, Episode 7

Lee puts an audience couple to the test to see how well they know each other in 'You Might Get Dumped at the End of This'.

BBC Three 4:20am (repeat)
Lee Nelson's Well Good Show. Lee Nelson (Simon Brodkin)

Lee Nelson's Well Good Show

Series 2, Highlights Special - Lee Nelson's Well Good Bits

Best bits from series two of the comedy show in which south London tearaway Lee Nelson entertains the studio audience.

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