British Comedy Guide

Schedule Tuesday 1st May 2012

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (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 29, Episode 6 - Eva's Back In Town

When a worldly-wise old acquaintance of Alvin's makes an appearance, she proves to be just the woman to make Howard's life more complicated.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Ed Reardon's Week. Ed Reardon (Christopher Douglas). Copyright: BBC

Ed Reardon's Week

Series 8, Episode 5 - Rosicrucian Armageddon 2

Ed's daughter Eli arrives to stay, complete with son and dream catcher, whilst Ed is trying to write authentic 'oldenspeak' for the gaming sensation Rosicrucian Armageddon 2.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (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 4, Episode 4 - Warm Champagne

The Meldrews are back from holiday and Victor's luck - and temper - is worse than ever. Margaret can take no more of their existence and decides to embark on a reckless adventure that could change both her own and Victor's lives forever.

U&Dave channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series D, Christmas Special - December

Christmas Special with Dara O'Briain, Rich Hall and Jo Brand.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (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, Episode 3 - Holidays

A place has become available for Bren to go on holiday to Marbella - with Tony. That's if her mother, Petula, doesn't get in the way.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden), Pam (Alison Steadman), Mick (Larry Lamb). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 1

After being phone buddies for months Gavin and Stacey finally arrange a rendezvous.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Long Legs Of The Law

Rodney falls for the charms of a woman police officer but, when he brings her back to the flat, Del is far from pleased as she seems to recognise most of his 'stock' from Scotland Yard records or Police Five!

BBC Three 9pm
60 min
Unzipped. Image shows from L to R: Greg James, Russell Kane. Copyright: Talkback

Unzipped

Series 1, Episode 2

Greg James and Russell Kane, along with special guest Christine Bleakley, take a look at British behaviour and reveal what really goes on behind closed doors and inside our heads.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 2, Episode 6 - The Harder They Fall

Godber has reached the inter-wing boxing tournament finals and is a favourite to win. However, for Grouty's gambling syndicate, the opportunity to make a profit outweighs any concern for following the Marquess of Queensberry rules.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min version
(repeat)
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 41, Episode 3

Rhod Gilbert hosts tonight's edition of satirical panel game. Featuring guest panellists Marcus Brigstocke and Louise Bagshawe MP.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
30 min
Facejacker. Kayvan Novak. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Facejacker

Series 2, Episode 6

Terry Tibbs launches his own US version of The Apprentice called The Apprentibbs, in a bid to find a new business partner, but the search is undermined by another of the Facejacker's characters.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Mr. Edmund Blackadder, Esquire (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Black Adder The Third, Episode 4 - Sense And Senility

As the British anarchist movement grows in number, the Prince becomes more wary of threats upon his life. He is also increasingly interested in the theatre, and seeks acting tuition from two leading thespians.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 6, Episode 3

Clips include a mayor who has banned residents from dying; a man who can't stop laughing after an operation; and some naughty placards at the London Marathon. The Mystery Guest is a canine Crufts winner. The Good News Extra comic is Dana Alexander.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm
35 min
The Matt Lucas Awards. Matt Lucas. Copyright: John Stanley Productions / BBC

The Matt Lucas Awards

Series 1, Episode 4

Esther Rantzen, Chris Tarrant and Johnny Vegas provide the nominations this week.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:35pm
30 min
Hit The Road Jack. Jack Whitehall. Copyright: Magnum Media

Hit The Road Jack

Highlights Special

Jack Whitehall has spent the last six weeks taking his show on the road to different UK cities in a bid to uncover what they have to offer. This week he looks back at the stand out moments from across the series.

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

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 2

After a huge misunderstanding on the phone, Stacey thinks Gavin has finished with her.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Dara O Briain: School Of Hard Sums. Dara O Briain

Dara O Briain: School Of Hard Sums

Series 1, Episode 3

Dara O'Briain takes a witty look at how maths underpins everything around us. Dara takes on comic Jason Byrne in a problem-solving challenge.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
Rockpool

Tidal Talk From The Rockpool

Series 2, Episode 1

The Periwinkle (Bill Wallis) and The Hermit Crab (Geoffrey Palmer) reveal the funny side of life between the tides.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
Alan Carr: Chatty Man. Alan Carr. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Alan Carr: Chatty Man

Series 8, Episode 1 - Jimmy Carr, Tulisa, The Saturdays, Paul Weller

Alan Carr is joined by Jimmy Carr, The Saturdays and pop star and X Factor judge Tulisa, who talks about her new single, Young. Plus, there's music from Paul Weller.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:20pm (repeat)
Kevin Bridges: What's The Story?. Kevin Bridges. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Kevin Bridges: What's The Story?

Episode 4 - Travel

It's off to Benidorm for the Scottish comedian. There he chats to Brits enjoying the classic package holiday to find out whether it is all it is cracked up to be - while reminiscing about his own family experiences abroad.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:30pm (repeat)
Kenny Everett

The Unforgettable...

Series 1, Episode 5 - Kenny Everett

Loving celebration of the life and work of beloved radio DJ and sketch show comedian Kenny Everett. Features interviews and home footage.

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

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 1

After being phone buddies for months Gavin and Stacey finally arrange a rendezvous.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series D, Christmas Special - December

Christmas Special with Dara O'Briain, Rich Hall and Jo Brand.

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