British Comedy Guide

Schedule Monday 14th May 2012

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am
30 min
The Castle. Image shows from L to R: Sir William De Warenne (Neil Dudgeon), Lady Anne Woodstock (Martha Howe-Douglas), Lady Charlotte (Ingrid Oliver), Sir John Woodstock (James Fleet). Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

The Castle

Series 4, Episode 1 - Tender Is The Knight

Sir John fills his castle with wounded soldiers and De Warenne fills his trousers with ice. Plus a new valet arrives hotfoot from somewhere called Downton Abbey.

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
Mr Blue Sky. Image shows from L to R: Kill-R (Javone Prince), Jacqui Easter (Claire Skinner), Dr Ray Marsh (Justin Edwards), Sean Calhoun (Michael Legge), Robbie Easter (Tyger Drew-Honey), Charlie Easter (Rosamund Hanson), Harvey Easter (Mark Benton), Alan Leopold (Simon Day), Lou Easter (Sorcha Cusack). Copyright: Avalon Television

Mr Blue Sky

Series 2, Episode 6 - On Your Wedding Day

It's the day before Charlie and Kill-R's wedding day. While Rakesh makes Jax an unexpected offer and the bride gets cold feet, Harvey's plan to write his speech is interrupted by a distress call from the groom at Gatwick.

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 31, Episode 1 - Behind Every Bush There Is Not Necessarily A Howard

Hobbo enlists the services of his 'team' to help Toby win back the affections of his ex-wife.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Just A Minute. Nicholas Parsons. Copyright: BBC

Just A Minute

Series 63, Episode 1

Paul Merton, Julian Clary, Sue Perkins and Greg Proops are asked to speak on the subjects of 'How I Would Describe Myself On A Dating Website', 'Surprise Parties', 'Robin Hood', 'The Best Thing About Hollywood' and 'How I Like My Coffee'.

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 6, Episode 1 - The Executioner's Song

An artistic dispute with the Meldrews threatens to scupper Patrick's plans for a quiet birthday. Meanwhile, Pippa has an affair and Victor gets some worrying medical test results.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series G, Episode 8 - Germany

With Jo Brand, Rob Brydon and Sean Lock.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 6, Episode 2 - Come Dancing

Albert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
40 min
Dara O Briain: School Of Hard Sums. Dara O Briain

Dara O Briain: School Of Hard Sums

Series 1, Episode 5

Dara's back, proving again that mathematics can save the day in almost any circumstance. This week he tackles problems that you might come across in an Italian restaurant.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 1, Episode 5 - Election

The council elections are impending, and David's standing for re-election. When Geraldine unknowingly criticises his performance, the locals decide she'd be a far better candidate. For a woman with no political intent it's a daunting prospect, but David could be willing to strike a bargain...

U&Dave channel logo 8:40pm (repeat)
HIGNFY Titles. Copyright: BBC / Hat Trick Productions

Have I Got News For You

Series 37, Episode 6

With guest host David Mitchell and guest panellists Andrew Maxwell and Richard Coles.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Pete (Hugh Dennis), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 4, Episode 4

There is a lot to discuss at Ben's parents' evening including muggers, dangerous chemicals and re-enactments of the Great Plague. Mum is still suspicious Jake is hiding something and Karen decides which of the world's great religions to lead.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Jack Whitehall, Andrew Flintoff, James Corden, Jamie Redknapp. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 5, Episode 4

James Corden welcomes Tottenham and England striker Jermain Defoe and Sky Arts presenter Zoe Ball. Jamie Redknapp, John Bishop, Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall also join in the fun.

U&Dave channel logo 9:20pm (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 7, Episode 2

With Rhod Gilbert and Tom Stade.

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 3, Episode 4 - Pardon Me

Blanco's parole hearing is imminent and it looks like he will be successful, but he's not happy. Convicted of killing his wife, he's always denied he committed the crime. Why should he accept the parole board's decision that he's done his time and paid his penance when he's innocent?

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

Shameless

Series 4, Episode 5

Debbie's enjoying having her dad back in the house, but when Monica gets jealous of the attention Debbie's getting, she tells her it's time she got a boyfriend.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Squadron Leader Lord Flashheart (Rik Mayall). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 4 - Private Plane

Blackadder's latest plan to escape the terror of the trenches is to join the glamorous world of Lord Flasheart in the Royal Flying Corps.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 10:40pm
60 min
Morgan Spurlock's New Britannia. Morgan Spurlock. Copyright: Thumbs Up Productions / Warrior Poets

Morgan Spurlock's New Britannia

Episode 7

Morgan Spurlock's tongue-in-cheek delve into British culture continues, this week taking a look at fame. Spurlock is joined in the studio by Katy Brand, Peter Serafinowicz and actor Corey Feldman. Frank Turner provides the music.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Pete (Hugh Dennis), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 4, Episode 4

There is a lot to discuss at Ben's parents' evening including muggers, dangerous chemicals and re-enactments of the Great Plague. Mum is still suspicious Jake is hiding something and Karen decides which of the world's great religions to lead.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm
45 min version
The News Quiz. Andy Zaltzman

The News Quiz

Series 77, Episode 6

Sandi Toksvig is in the chair and Carolyn Brown reads out cuttings as panellists Jeremy Hardy, Mark Steel, Fred MacAulay and Bridget Christie take a satirical look at the week's news.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm
50 min version
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 13, Episode 3

David Hasselhoff, Rachel Riley and comedians Rob Beckett and Justin Moorhouse join regulars Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson for the topical quiz.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 1, Episode 2

Will, Simon, Jay and Neil bunk off from school and attempt to buy alcohol with Will disguised as an adult. They head to Neil's house to get drunk, where Simon has a vodka-induced romantic revelation about his childhood sweetheart.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:05pm (repeat)
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 11, Episode 5 - Kristen Stewart, Chris Rock, Engelbert Humperdinck, Stephen Mangan

Kristen Stewart talks about raunchy Twilight scenes; Chris Rock reveals he is a friend of Barack Obama; while Engelbert Humperdinck says how proud he is of Eurovison; and Stephen Mangan talks about Matt LeBlanc and Postman Pat.

U&Dave channel logo 11:05pm (repeat)
Shameless. Frank Gallagher (David Threlfall). Copyright: Company Pictures

Shameless

Series 4, Episode 6

Carl wants his family back together and that means getting rid of Norma - for good. Meanwhile, Frank agrees to work on Shane's ice cream van. However, there is trouble brewing.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:35pm (repeat)
The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Roy (Chris O'Dowd), Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Moss (Richard Ayoade), Douglas Reynholm (Matt Berry). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

Series 3, Episode 2 - Are We Not Men?

A new football website allows Roy and Moss to pass as 'proper' men for a momentous couple of days. Meanwhile, Jen goes out with a man who looks like a magician.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 3, Episode 4 - The Moral Dimension

Jim heads overseas to mark the signing of an important contract with a Muslim state - a strict, alcohol-free Muslim state. Panicking at the thought of 5 hours of mere orange juice at the reception, he orders the establishment of a special 'communications room' - but is even more shocked to learn of bribery in securing the deal.

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