British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 25th November 2011

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 8

Ed Byrne and Lucy Porter bring a mix of news, reviews and interviews from the comedy world. With guests Brendon Burns and Veronica Lee.

Radio 4 10:45am
15 min
Frances Tomelty

How Does That Make You Feel?

Series 2, Episode 5

Richard Fallon MP has hired himself a publicist to up his diminishing profile. But it turns out that anonymity and being on the back benches is the least of Richard's problems.

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 4 - September 18th To 24th

Anthony's 'sensitive' goddaughter Libby comes to stay, and Damien is asked to make a pilot for his own cookery show. Includes Damien's recipes for crepes Suzette, and beef Oxford.

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

...At The Stand

Hardeep At The Stand, Episode 5

Hardeep Singh Kohli introduces stand-up comedy from Matt Kirshen, Boothby Graffoe and John Gillick.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:25pm
35 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, Episode 11 - A Fine Bromance

When Dani's gorgeous cousin Marco comes to visit, Dani decides to matchmake him with Ruby. Instead though, Marco and Jack become inseparable. Meanwhile Max and Ben's attempt to write a love song gets very bad online feedback. They realise they need to get some first-hand experience of love.

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 23, Episode 2 - The Mystical Squeak Of Howard's Bicycle

Howard's bicycle starts acting strangely in Pearl's presence.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Series 35, Episode 3

Topical stand-up, sketches and comedy songs with Steve Punt, Hugh Dennis, Marcus Brigstocke, Mitch Benn, Josie Long and Laura Shavin.

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 23, Episode 3 - Mervyn Would Be Proud

Billy makes a rash promise.

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

What's The Story?

Series 5, Episode 7

Justin Waite poses questions about the week's news. The guests are Derek Brockway, Hannah Jones, Benjamin Partridge and Clint Edwards.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 5, Episode 4 - Hole In The Sky

Margaret's in for a number of shocks as Victor helps a young Dutch girl to get back on her feet and a pair of eccentric builders arrive to embark on a loft conversion.

Radio 4 7:45pm (repeat)
Frances Tomelty

How Does That Make You Feel?

Series 2, Episode 5

Richard Fallon MP has hired himself a publicist to up his diminishing profile. But it turns out that anonymity and being on the back benches is the least of Richard's problems.

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

Outnumbered

Series 3, Episode 6

Mum and Dad struggle to put things right between them, but Karen is unimpressed by their behaviour.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm
30 min
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 5, Out-takes - The Unseen Bits

Rob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for an episode of previously unseen material from the hit comedy panel show Would I Lie To You?.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Nurse Mary (Miranda Richardson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 5 - General Hospital

With the Germans aware of every one of the British army's moves before they've even made them, General Melchett tracks the source to a spy in the nearby hospital. Blackadder is called upon to root out the Kraut snoop and bring him to justice.

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 6

Downton Abbey actor Dan Stevens is in the host's chair, with guest panellists Miles Jupp and Susan Calman joining Ian and Paul.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (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 3, Episode 1

Gina Yashere is Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle's fellow panellist again. Meanwhile Clive Anderson and Russell Howard make their first appearances on Mock the Week. They're on Andy Parsons's side.

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 4 - The Fight

Laura has had her bottom pinched outside the flat, and Paul and his mates are determined to get revenge on the pincher. While the fight goes on in the street, Becky and Steve hide upstairs, hoping it'll soon be over.

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 12, Episode 9

The regulars are joined by singer Olly Murs, former member of the Pussycat Dolls Kimberly Wyatt, and comedians Matthew Crosby and Russell Peters.

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 3, Episode 4

Nana's friend Elsie has died. Norma's distraught; enough to need to stay at the Royles' for a couple of nights, but apparently not too upset to plan what of Elsie's belongings she should take from her home.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm
30 min
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Patrick Kielty, Alan Carr, Andi Osho. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 7, Episode 3 - Alan Carr, Andi Osho, Patrick Kielty

Alan Carr introduces, in his own inimitable style, sets from the fabulous Andi Osho and the always magnificent Patrick Kielty.

BBC Three 9:30pm (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 5, Episode 5

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

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:30pm
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 10

Team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson thrash out the hot stories of the week, from the silly to the serious, and are joined by comedian Jack Dee, singer Stacey Solomon, comedian David O'Doherty and musician Alex James.

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

Not Going Out

Series 2, Episode 5 - Art

In an effort to appear as intellectual as Lucy's friends, Lee shows off his 'knowledge' of the art world.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Rowan Atkinson Live. Rowan Atkinson

Rowan Atkinson Live

Rowan Atkinson performing best sketches from his one man shows.

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

QI

Series I, Episode 12 - Illumination

With Chris Addison, Jack Dee and Rich Hall.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Series 11, Episode 7

I'm A Celebrity is back this week, with star guest ... Sinitta. There's also penguin hopping in Frozen Planet, and a spot of bother with ashes on both Doctors and Coronation Street.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
65 min
Jimmy Carr: Making People Laugh. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Bwark Productions

Jimmy Carr: Making People Laugh

Television broadcast of Jimmy Carr's sixth stand-up DVD, recorded at the SECC Glasgow.

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
Shameless. Frank Gallagher (David Threlfall). Copyright: Company Pictures

Shameless

Series 1, Episode 1

Having her handbag stolen proves to be a blessing in disguise for Fiona when handsome stranger Steve comes to her rescue.

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 5 - Robin Williams, Elijah Wood, Jennifer Saunders, JLS

Graham is joined by oscar-winning comedy icon Robin Williams; Lord of the Rings star Elijah Wood; and Jennifer Saunders, who introduces the new episodes of Absolutely Fabulous. With music from JLS.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
The Café. Image shows from L to R: Richard Dickens (Ralf Little), Sarah Porter (Michelle Terry). Copyright: Jellylegs

The Café

Series 1, Episode 1 - There's No Place Like Home

Quiet life in the sleepy seaside town of Weston-Super-Mare, and its even sleepier seafront café, Cyril's, is thrown into a state of mild disarray when a flashy events manager from London comes to visit his ill mother.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm
30 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 5 - The Veteran

Pete claims that he's been in the army in order to impress Mel, his new girlfriend. Unfortunately for Pete, her brother Tom is a genuine veteran. To make matters worse, Pete also runs over Mel's cat, yet fails to mention it in passing.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:10pm (repeat)
Sitcom Does.... Joanna Page. Copyright: North One Television

Sitcom Does...

Episode 2 - Sitcom Does Romance With Joanna Page

Joanna Page delves into the world of sitcom romance, taking in lovable comedy couplings from Only Fools And Horses, The Office and Gavin & Stacey. Lush!

U&Dave channel logo 11:25pm (repeat)
Shameless. Frank Gallagher (David Threlfall). Copyright: Company Pictures

Shameless

Series 1, Episode 2

It's Friday and Frank is nowhere to be seen, which is a bit odd as it's Giro day.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11:30pm (repeat)
The Café. Image shows from L to R: Richard Dickens (Ralf Little), Sarah Porter (Michelle Terry). Copyright: Jellylegs

The Café

Series 1, Episode 2 - Afternoon Tease

Sarah chases some literary agents, and the Dobsons spark a heated debate about jam and cream. Something's going on with Carol and the cafe too.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:40pm
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 4

Jon Richardson hosts another episode of the topical stand-up show. With Rich Hall and team newcomers Seann Walsh, Josh Widdicombe, Sara Pascoe and Paul Chowdhry.

BBC Three Midnight (repeat)
Mongrels. Credit: BBC

Mongrels

Series 2, Episode 4 - Nelson And The C***'s Speech

It's Vince's wedding day and Nelson is thrilled to be his best man. Now all he has to do is to find just one nice thing to say about Vince in his speech - or die. Destiny adopts a high-risk strategy to avoid sitting at the singles' table. Kali is faced with a difficult dilemma over the wedding buffet - is it acceptable to eat your own cousin?

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