British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 15th December 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 5, Episode 12

Aveline is finally pregnant but the timing is not to her liking now she has made the "glossies". Meanwhile, Grandad has been robbed, but his possessions are replaced when all the family rally round.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:10am (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 3 - The Best Man

The Inspector's niece is getting married to one of the drivers and much to Blakey's alarm, Stan is to be Best Man. He and Jack proceed to get the groom very, very drunk indeed.

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

The Brittas Empire

Series 7, Episode 3 - http://etc

Brittas computerises the leisure centre, hoping it will make things more efficient.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
Ripping Yarns. Michael Palin. Copyright: BBC

Ripping Yarns

Episode 4, Murder at Moorstones Manor: A series of murders are committed at a family gathering.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
North By Northamptonshire. Copyright: BBC

North By Northamptonshire

Series 2, Episode 2

Jan has Helen back at home, but is it what she really wants?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:35am (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 5, Episode 13

It's Ma Boswell's birthday and she waits by the phone for Derek to ring and make her day. A surprise visit from Roxy causes Joey problems but he is surprised by his mother's reaction when he finally admits the relationship to her.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:15am (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 2, Episode 3

When a valuable antique goes missing from Richard's display of china, suspicion falls upon Audrey - who appears to be suddenly splashing out on a number of home improvements at the Lodge.

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

Dad's Army

Series 2, Episode 2 - If The Cap Fits...

Frazer is becoming increasingly troublesome, so Mainwaring tries to solve the problem by making Frazer a temporary captain. The plan soon gets itself into trouble when a visitor mistakes Frazer for Mainwaring.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:55am (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 2, Episode 4

An ageing tramp pays his yearly visit to Grantleigh in search of work as a casual labourer. After playing Richard and Audrey off against each other for the duration, he's got one or two revelations left...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:35am (repeat)
Just Good Friends. Image shows from L to R: Penny Warrender (Jan Francis), Vince Pinner (Paul Nicholas). Copyright: BBC

Just Good Friends

Series 1, Episode 5

Penny is all ready to tell Vince that it just won't work and she doesn't want to see him any more, but how do you tell someone who hasn't been in touch for weeks? When they do meet she suspects he is seeing somebody else and goes to unusual lengths to try to find out.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:10am (repeat)
Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em. Frank Spencer (Michael Crawford). Credit: BBC

Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em

Series 3, Christmas Special - Learning To Fly

Frank is left in charge of a plane.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:35am (repeat)
Please Sir!. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Hedges (John Alderton), Maureen Bullock (Liz Gebhardt), Sharon Eversleigh (Carol Hawkins), Dennis Dunstable (Peter Denyer), Eric Duffy (Peter Cleall). Copyright: Rank Organisation / ITV Studios

Please Sir!

Movie spin-off from the popular TV sitcom, in which teacher Bernard Hedges takes troublesome class 5C to a holiday camp.

U&W channel logo 11am (repeat)
My Family. Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 6, Episode 3 - Dentally Unstable

Janey starts an affair with a dentist whose charm rapidly captivates the rest of the females in the Harper household, while Michael's latest scam eventually puts everyone at risk.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:15am (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 12, Christmas Special - Barry's Christmas

It's Boxing Day, and Barry is in big trouble. Will Foggy's prized Christmas present come to his rescue?

U&W channel logo 11:40am (repeat)
My Family. Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 6, Episode 4 - Living The Dream

When is pyramid selling not pyramid selling? When Ben says so, apparently.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:55am (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 22, Episode 8 - A White Sweater And A Solicitor's Letter

A letter intended for Compo interests the town and terrifies his son, Tom.

U&W channel logo 12:20pm (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 3

Another celebration of parental incompetence as Pete and Sue attempt to ban TV and have an old-fashioned Sunday, with traditional parlour games like Pelmanism and Scissors-Paper-Velociraptor.

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

Dad's Army

Series 2, Episode 2 - If The Cap Fits...

Frazer is becoming increasingly troublesome, so Mainwaring tries to solve the problem by making Frazer a temporary captain. The plan soon gets itself into trouble when a visitor mistakes Frazer for Mainwaring.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:35pm (repeat)
Ripping Yarns. Michael Palin. Copyright: BBC

Ripping Yarns

Episode 5, Across the Andes by Frog: Explorer Walter Snetterton tries to prove that frogs can scale mountains.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:15pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 2, Episode 5

Unfortunately for Richard, his latest attempt to overhaul the workings of the estate farm and improve its throughput happen to coincide with Marjory and Audrey's being on a kick of 'countryside conservancy'.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:40pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Martha Howe-Douglas, Ben Willbond, Mathew Baynton. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 2, Highlights Special - Savage Songs

A compilation of the songs from the series, featuring Spartan High School Musical, the Viking Rock Band, punky Queen Boudica, Incan emperor Pachacuti, the posh rapping of Charles II, Blackbeard the Pirate, George IV going solo, the Victorian Inventions song, and the World War Two Girls.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:55pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 2, Episode 6

Richard plans a skiing holiday, but with his mother ill and Audrey having put her back out, will he ever leave? He's just got to learn how to ski first!

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 8, Episode 1 - The Mysterious Feet Of Nora Batty

With the notable exception of Compo, Nora Batty is not used to anyone looking at her. So when her husband Wally takes an unnatural interest in those parts of her body she stands on, she is understandably unnerved. It is, of course, all part of Compo, Clegg and Foggy's attempts to settle a question of size once and for always.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 2:15pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 6, Episode 2 - Danger UXD

There is trouble in store for the Trotters when Del puts his 'high profile' business strategy into overdrive.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:25pm (repeat)
Carry On... Up The Khyber. Image shows from L to R: Pte. James Widdle (Charles Hawtrey), Sgt. Major Macnutt (Terry Scott), Capt. Keene (Roy Castle), Sir Sidney Ruff-Diamond (Sid James), Major Shorthouse (Julian Holloway). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On... Up The Khyber

Sir Sidney Ruff-Diamond is in charge of the motley kilted crew of the Third Foot and Mouth regiment at a British outpost in the Khyber Pass.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:35pm (repeat)
Just Good Friends. Image shows from L to R: Penny Warrender (Jan Francis), Vince Pinner (Paul Nicholas). Copyright: BBC

Just Good Friends

Series 1, Episode 6

It's Penny's birthday and her parents have planned a big surprise, but she has a bigger surprise for them. She has decided to move in with Vince: the first major snag to their plan is finding a new flat to inhabit as Big Ed wants his back!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:40pm (repeat)
Sorry, I've Got No Head. Marek Larwood. Copyright: So Television

Sorry, I've Got No Head

Series 3, Special

A mix of new sketches, outtakes and favourite sketches from the series.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:10pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

1993 Christmas special, Sea Fever: Hyacinth plans to cruise on the QE2, unaware that Onslow and Daisy have won a competition to go on the same cruise.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:30pm (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, Christmas Special - A Musical Passing For A Miserable Muscroft

In a seasonal special marking the return to the show of Kathy Staff and Norman Wisdom, Billy Ingleton restores a fairground organ.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm
30 min
Justin's House. Image shows from L to R: Justin (Justin Fletcher), Little Monster, Robert the Robert (Steven Kynman). Copyright: BBC

Justin's House

Series 1, Christmas Special - All Wrapped Up

Robert and Little Monster are getting the house ready for Christmas. Justin tries to help, but keeps making more and more mess. Things get even worse when he tries to wrap a present for Father Christmas.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm (repeat)
Roy. Image shows from L to R: Becky (Martha Byrne), Maura (Cathy Belton), Bill (Simon Delaney). Copyright: JAM Media

Roy

Series 1, Episode 4 - Charity Case

Roy's enthusiasm gets the better of him when he throws himself into the annual school charity drive.

U&W channel logo 5pm (repeat)
My Family. Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 6, Episode 3 - Dentally Unstable

Janey starts an affair with a dentist whose charm rapidly captivates the rest of the females in the Harper household, while Michael's latest scam eventually puts everyone at risk.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
King Street Junior. Copyright: BBC

King Street Junior

Series 5, Episode 1 - D-Day Minus One

A holiday romance, house-moving trauma, lost keys, a badly tuned piano and ferry delays are in store the day before the school opens for the new term.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:05pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 7 - Canteen Trouble

Canteen girl Suzy is very good to Stan and Jack when over-serving their meals, and under-charging! Naturally this upsets Blakey, who is determined to beat Jack and Stan at their own game...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:10pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Christmas Special

It's Christmas Eve, also Bren's birthday, and after an awkward interruption the previous night, she's worried that everything with Tony is ruined - but is resignation her only option?

U&W channel logo 5:40pm (repeat)
My Family. Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 6, Episode 4 - Living The Dream

When is pyramid selling not pyramid selling? When Ben says so, apparently.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:55pm (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 8, Christmas Special - A Bun In The Oven

It is September 13th, 1943; almost 2 years since we last saw René, who is finally - at long, long last - rid of the English airmen. His troubles are far from over, however, as Yvette announces her pregnancy. Meanwhile at the chateau, Gruber and the Colonel are growing increasingly worried at the progress of the war.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 6pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: James Corden, Georgie Ainslie, Andrew Flintoff, John Bishop, Jamie Redknapp. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 1, Episode 5

It may be half-time, but the quiz continues to provide a high quotient of belly laughs. Boxer Amir Khan joins the Reds, while comedian Jack Whitehall is picked for the Blues.

U&W channel logo 6:20pm (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 3

Another celebration of parental incompetence as Pete and Sue attempt to ban TV and have an old-fashioned Sunday, with traditional parlour games like Pelmanism and Scissors-Paper-Velociraptor.

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
ElvenQuest. Image shows from L to R: Penthiselea (Ingrid Oliver), Sam (Stephen Mangan), Lord Darkness (Alistair McGowan). Copyright: BBC

ElvenQuest

Series 3, Episode 3

The intrepid Questers continue their search for the sword. They find themselves trapped in a mine.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:55pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 7, Episode 4 - The Class Of 62

A school reunion has unexpected repercussions for the Trotter family, as events threaten to disrupt Del's glorious path to fatherhood.

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

Dad's Army

Series 2, Episode 2 - If The Cap Fits...

Frazer is becoming increasingly troublesome, so Mainwaring tries to solve the problem by making Frazer a temporary captain. The plan soon gets itself into trouble when a visitor mistakes Frazer for Mainwaring.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Christmas Special - The Desperate Hours

Hauled in front of the governor after being caught with illicit Christmas booze, Fletcher and Godber become embroiled in Urwin's escape bid as he holds Mr Barrowclough and the governor's secretary hostage.

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 8, Episode 1 - The Mysterious Feet Of Nora Batty

With the notable exception of Compo, Nora Batty is not used to anyone looking at her. So when her husband Wally takes an unnatural interest in those parts of her body she stands on, she is understandably unnerved. It is, of course, all part of Compo, Clegg and Foggy's attempts to settle a question of size once and for always.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:55pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 7, Episode 5 - He Ain't Heavy, He's My Uncle

Uncle Albert has been mugged and Del is determined to bring the perpetrators to justice. But is Uncle Albert telling all he knows...?

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Jo Brand. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 4, Episode 6 - Russell Howard and Jo Brand

Stand up comedy from Russell Howard and Jo Brand.

BBC Two 9pm
30 min
Rev.. Image shows from L to R: Ellie Pattman (Lucy Liemann), Alex Smallbone (Olivia Colman), Adoha Onyeka (Ellen Thomas), Rev Adam Smallbone (Tom Hollander), Nigel McCall (Miles Jupp), Colin Lambert (Steve Evets), Archdeacon Robert (Simon McBurney). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Rev.

Series 2, Episode 6

Nigel finally has the chance to prove he'd be a better priest than his boss. The Archdeacon also has lofty ambitions for career advancement.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min
Dave's One Night Stand. Tommy Tiernan. Copyright: Amigo Television / Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Dave's One Night Stand

Series 3, Episode 5 - Tommy Tiernan

Tommy Tiernan goes back to his roots in Wexford, Ireland with Stewart Francis and Lloyd Langford.

BBC Two 9:30pm
30 min
Life's Too Short. Warwick (Warwick Davis). Copyright: BBC

Life's Too Short

Episode 6

Warwick meets up with estranged wife Sue and her solicitor - and new partner - Ian to finalise their divorce settlement. But his decision to bring his accountant along for advice and support doesn't work out as planned.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 2 - Winter

It's Christmas - not to mention the turn of the Millennium - in Dibley, and the Vicar is determined to put on a festive show that will be talked about for years. With Hugo, Frank and Owen in charge, they don't get off to a good start, but plans for a special live nativity, with the actually pregnant Alice as Mary, are soon being made.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Frank Skinner's Opinionated. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Avalon Television

Frank Skinner's Opinionated

Series 3, Episode 6 - Glasgow

Frank is joined in Glasgow by Reginald D Hunter and Sarah Millican.

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 7

Sean Lock oversees more hilariously heated discussions. Here, Robert Webb and Seann Walsh welcome Tim Vine and Stephen Mangan.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
North By Northamptonshire. Copyright: BBC

North By Northamptonshire

Series 2, Episode 2

Jan has Helen back at home, but is it what she really wants?

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
30 min
PhoneShop. Image shows from L to R: Jerwayne (Javone Prince), Ashley (Andrew Brooke), Lance (Martin Trenaman), Janine (Emma Fryer), Christopher (Tom Bennett). Copyright: Talkback

PhoneShop

Series 2, Episode 6 - Revenge Of The Razz

Feeling sidelined and unloved, Christopher is offered a new sales job by headhunter Dean Bisk, while Ashley and Jerwayne find themselves drafted into Razz Prince's Elite Selling Krew. Is this the end for PhoneShop Sutton as we know it?

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 5, Highlights Special - Best Bits

All the best bits from Series 5.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Ross Noble Goes Global. Ross Noble. Copyright: BBC

Ross Noble Goes Global

Series 1, Episode 4 - Ireland

Ross takes in the sights of Sligo, Kilkenny and Dublin where he performs his unique brand of stand-up and tries his hand at playing the penny whistle - but will Irish eyes still be smiling at the end of his act?

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 6, Episode 9

With Lauren Laverne and Michael McIntyre.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:55pm (repeat)
French And Saunders. Image shows from L to R: Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders

French And Saunders

French and Saunders Christmas Puddings: The duo perform their tributes to Tipping the Velvet and Monarch of the Glen.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
Chris Moyles Quiz Night. Chris Moyles. Copyright: Magnum Media

Chris Moyles Quiz Night

Series 4, Episode 7

David Walliams, Ice Cube and Olly Murs go head-to-head with Chris as they show off their knowledge and try to secure a place in the grand final.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:10pm (repeat)
Black Mirror. Image shows from L to R: Michael Callow (Rory Kinnear), Princess Susannah (Lydia Wilson). Copyright: Zeppotron

Black Mirror

Series 1, Episode 1 - The National Anthem

Political thriller in which the fictional Prime Minister Michael Callow faces a huge and shocking dilemma when Princess Susannah, a much-loved member of the Royal Family, is kidnapped.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
The Armstrong & Miller Show. Image shows from L to R: Ben Miller, Alexander Armstrong. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions / Toff Media

The Armstrong & Miller Show

Series 2, Episode 3

The Second World War pilots are vexed that people have been talking about them behind their backs; Dennis Lincoln-Park examines the only surviving panel of a rare tapestry; and the divorced dad offers his teenage son tips on avoiding STDs.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Think The Unthinkable. Image shows from L to R: Owen (David Mitchell), Daisy de Vere (Catherine Shepherd), Ryan Packer (Marcus Brigstocke), Sophie Stott (Emma Kennedy). Copyright: BBC

Think The Unthinkable

Series 1, Episode 3 - Moore and Burmans

Unthinkable Solutions advises Moore and Burmans department store to concentrate on ready meals and underpants.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:50pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 4, Episode 5 - Small Opening

Saffron's first play is due to open for a limited run. When Eddy discovers it's autobiographical, she is afraid it will paint her in a bad light and resolves to have the production shut down.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Dave's One Night Stand. Tommy Tiernan. Copyright: Amigo Television / Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Dave's One Night Stand

Series 3, Episode 5 - Tommy Tiernan

Tommy Tiernan goes back to his roots in Wexford, Ireland with Stewart Francis and Lloyd Langford.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:10am (repeat)
The British Comedy Awards' trophy. Copyright: Unique Productions / CPL Productions

The British Comedy Awards

Episode 1 - The Nominations Show

A show announcing the nominations for this year's British Comedy Awards. Comprising clips and interviews, Channel 4 reveals who is in the running for each category, giving viewers the chance to enjoy some of the year's funniest comedy in the company of some of the year's funniest people.

Comedy Central 12:20am (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Jo Brand. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 4, Episode 6 - Russell Howard and Jo Brand

Stand up comedy from Russell Howard and Jo Brand.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:25am (repeat)
Black Books. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Black (Dylan Moran), Manny Bianco (Bill Bailey), Fran Katzenjammer (Tamsin Greig). Copyright: Assembly Film And Television

Black Books

Series 2, Episode 6 - A Nice Change

A change is as good as a rest when Bernard, Manny and Fran decide to escape the madness and go on holiday.

U&W channel logo 12:30am (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 3, Episode 3

Derek Faye meets Bonnie Langford, Lauren receives a proposal, Nan has a new neighbour from upstairs and Bernie's brothers and sisters from Ireland come for a visit.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1am (repeat)
French And Saunders. Image shows from L to R: Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders

French And Saunders

French and Saunders Christmas Puddings: The duo perform their tributes to Tipping the Velvet and Monarch of the Glen.

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 6, Episode 9

With Lauren Laverne and Michael McIntyre.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 5, Highlights Special - Best Bits

All the best bits from Series 5.

U&Dave channel logo 1:35am (repeat)
Psychoville. Copyright: BBC

Psychoville

Series 1, Episode 4

David and his mum, Maureen, continue their killing spree - three people, one room, one body in a trunk. The pair are mid-murder when an unexpected visitor throws them into a panic. But who is the mystery caller and what if the body is discovered? Will Maureen finally get to try pyramid teabags? Featuring a secret guest star.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:50am (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 4, Episode 5 - Small Opening

Saffron's first play is due to open for a limited run. When Eddy discovers it's autobiographical, she is afraid it will paint her in a bad light and resolves to have the production shut down.

Comedy Central Extra 1:55am (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 2, Episode 5

Robert Webb narrates as our ever so Grouchy Young Men - including Jon Richardson - talk about how much they loath the supermarkets and the ordeal of childbirth.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2am (repeat)
PhoneShop. Image shows from L to R: Jerwayne (Javone Prince), Ashley (Andrew Brooke), Lance (Martin Trenaman), Janine (Emma Fryer), Christopher (Tom Bennett). Copyright: Talkback

PhoneShop

Series 2, Episode 6 - Revenge Of The Razz

Feeling sidelined and unloved, Christopher is offered a new sales job by headhunter Dean Bisk, while Ashley and Jerwayne find themselves drafted into Razz Prince's Elite Selling Krew. Is this the end for PhoneShop Sutton as we know it?

U&Dave channel logo 2:05am (repeat)
Psychoville. Copyright: BBC

Psychoville

Series 1, Episode 5

Mr Jolly explains to Mr Jelly the reason the blackmail letters are being sent.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 2:20am (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 7 - Canteen Trouble

Canteen girl Suzy is very good to Stan and Jack when over-serving their meals, and under-charging! Naturally this upsets Blakey, who is determined to beat Jack and Stan at their own game...

Comedy Central Extra 2:25am (repeat)
Dirty Sexy Funny: Olivia Lee. Olivia Lee. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Dirty Sexy Funny: Olivia Lee

Series 2, Episode 3

Olivia returns with more sexy, funny stunts and pranks.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:25am (repeat)
Chris Moyles Quiz Night. Chris Moyles. Copyright: Magnum Media

Chris Moyles Quiz Night

Series 4, Episode 7

David Walliams, Ice Cube and Olly Murs go head-to-head with Chris as they show off their knowledge and try to secure a place in the grand final.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30am (repeat)
Black Books. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Black (Dylan Moran), Manny Bianco (Bill Bailey), Fran Katzenjammer (Tamsin Greig). Copyright: Assembly Film And Television

Black Books

Series 2, Episode 6 - A Nice Change

A change is as good as a rest when Bernard, Manny and Fran decide to escape the madness and go on holiday.

Comedy Central Extra 2:55am (repeat)
Time Gentlemen Please. Image shows from L to R: Old Man (Roy Heather), Janet (Julia Sawalha), Vicky Jackson (Rebecca Front), Guv (Al Murray), Terry (Phil Daniels), Steve (Jason Freeman), Prof (Andrew Mackay). Copyright: Avalon Television

Time Gentlemen Please

Series 1, Episode 10 - Help! The Aged

The Guv's new novelty sign promising free drinks for over-80s (when accompanied by both parents) backfires following a disagreement with the Old Man.

Comedy Central 3:20am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 1, Episode 4

Stand-up comedy from Pete Johansson, Rufus Hound, Jo Caufield and Rob Rouse.

Comedy Central Extra 3:25am (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 7, Episode 5 - Porridge

Whilst Dorien is trying to gather further evidence against Marcus for their divorce proceedings, Tracey's attempts to get Darryl back into work and a position of responsibility backfire spectacularly.

Comedy Central Extra 3:55am (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 2, Episode 4

In this programme the Grouchies let off some steam and talk of the horror at how expensive it is to live in Britain, the taxman and the environment.

BBC Three 4am (repeat)
Mongrels. Credit: BBC

Mongrels

Series 2, Episode 2 - Horror Special: Kali And The Rickshaw Inferno

With Destiny on heat and trapped inside the pub by sex-crazed zombie dogs, Nelson has a once-in-a-lifetime chance to woo her. Marion's night in is ruined when Vince reveals he's a karaoke hog. After a rickshaw driver runs over her dinner, Kali seeks explosive revenge. Guest stars include Ainsley Harriott and Russell Tovey.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
King Street Junior. Copyright: BBC

King Street Junior

Series 5, Episode 1 - D-Day Minus One

A holiday romance, house-moving trauma, lost keys, a badly tuned piano and ferry delays are in store the day before the school opens for the new term.

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