British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 23rd August 2012

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (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 4, Episode 1 - The Pit And The Pendulum

Patrick's cherry tree launches an attack on Victor's junipers, which prompts Victor to seek professional help. Victor's interest in tropical fish causes a fresh ruction between the pair.

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
Fags, Mags And Bags. Image shows from L to R: Sanjay (Omar Raza), Ramesh (Sanjeev Kohli), Dave (Donald Mcleary), Alok (Susheel Kumar). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Fags, Mags And Bags

Series 4, Episode 5 - Ayabassa Alan

The new dance craze Ayabassa sweeps the town, meanwhile Dave finds a new friend in the shape of the local doctor Dr Southwell which puts Ramesh's nose out.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (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 1, Episode 7 - Jobs For The Boys

The Minister gets into a spot of hot water when discussing a landmark scheme between Government and industry taking place in the Midlands - the Solihull Project - on a radio talk show. It soon becomes apparent that not all is running as it should, and rather distasteful steps must be taken to smooth the issue.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 7pm (repeat)
About A Boy. Image shows from L to R: Will Freeman (Hugh Grant), Marcus (Nicholas Hoult)

About A Boy

Film based on Nick Hornby's novel about a bittersweet friendship built up between a cynical, selfish man and a bullied 11 year old boy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (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 2, Episode 1 - The Compassionate Society

A political opportunity arises when Jim discovers a brand new hospital has yet to employ a single member of medical staff, or admit a single patient. He's determined to see the facility in use, or close it. Humphrey, however, has other ideas.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 1, Episode 4 - Hay Fever

Marlene allows Boycie to buy a maximum of six cows for the farm - and is less than impressed when Elgin, Jed and Bryan turn up with a herd of 300. The vet is called out when bull Rocky fails to take any notice of the females, and Tyler prepares to sit a local private school's entrance exam.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (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 3 - Chain Gang

When offered the deal of the century by a new acquaintance, Del puts together a consortium to help purchase a suitcase full of gold chains. Predictably, the plan goes catastrophically wrong.

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

QI

Series H, Episode 8 - Hypothetical

With Sandi Toksvig, Johnny Vegas, and the creator of QI John Lloyd.

BBC Three 9pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Shaparak Khorsandi, Kevin Bridges, Jack Whitehall. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 6, Episode 4 - Kevin Bridges, Shappi Khorsandi, Jack Whitehall

Kevin Bridges introduces Shappi Khorsandi and Jack Whitehall.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm (repeat)
Benidorm. Image shows from L to R: Jacqueline Stewart (Janine Duvitski), Donald Stewart (Kenny Ireland). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Benidorm

Series 2, Episode 7

Martin is worried as Kate has checked out and taken her suitcase. But he thinks she may have popped out to the shops.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
60 min
Whatever Happened To Harry Hill?. Image shows left to right: Big Brother Alan (Al Murray), Harry Hill. Credit: Lucky Features

Whatever Happened To Harry Hill?

A one-off show hosted by Harry Hill, looking back at his Channel 4 sketch series.

BBC Three 9:30pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Rhod Gilbert. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 5, Episode 4 - Rhod Gilbert and John Bishop

Welsh funnyman Rhod Gilbert hosts, with a rapturous guest appearance from Liverpudlian John Bishop.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 9:30pm (repeat)
Benidorm. Image shows from L to R: Jacqueline Stewart (Janine Duvitski), Donald Stewart (Kenny Ireland). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Benidorm

Series 2, Episode 8

After Mel and Madge's romantic evening stroll on the beach is very rudely interrupted, what is supposed to be the most memorable day of their life proceeds to become memorable for all the wrong reasons.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 4, Episode 4

Having looked at over 60 news channels from across the world, read over 140 newspapers and watched over 1000 clips since last week, the Good News team are back to share the funniest things they've found.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
45 min
Lemon La Vida Loca. Image shows from L to R: Rosie Parker (Laura Aikman), Keith Lemon (Leigh Francis). Copyright: Talkback / Bang Tidy Productions

Lemon La Vida Loca

Series 1, Episode 4

Following a spectacular row with his girlfriend in Marbella, Keith goes AWOL on the Spanish Riviera. Later on in London, he tries to make amends by taking her out for a very special dinner. And we go behind the scenes at the premiere of his latest movie.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
35 min
Vic And Bob's Lucky Sexy Winners. Image shows from L to R: Bob Mortimer, Vic Reeves. Copyright: Pett Productions

Vic And Bob's Lucky Sexy Winners

Surreal panel show pilot featuring Shooting Stars hosts Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:10pm (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 4 - The Unlucky Winner Is...

Del enters an old painting of Rodney's in to a competition and unexpectedly wins a holiday for three. Unfortunately for Rodney, his painting came first in the under 15 category... Del decides not to tell anyone and deal with it once they get out there.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10:35pm (repeat)
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 3, Episode 1 - Jessica Ennis, Usain Bolt, Tom Daley, Colin Farrell, Kelly Brook, Rita Ora

Tonight's guests include Olympic champions Jessica Ennis and Usain Bolt, bronze medallist Tom Daley, Irish superstar Colin Farrell, and Kelly Brook. Plus Rita Ora performs live in the studio.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:35pm
35 min
Just Around The Corner. Image shows from L to R: Edward (James Fleet), Grandad Mick (James Bolam), Kia (Jennie Jacques). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Just Around The Corner

Sitcom pilot by Outnumbered writers Guy Jenkin and Andy Hamilton about a suburban family living in the future.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Frank Skinner's Opinionated. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Avalon Television

Frank Skinner's Opinionated

Series 2, Episode 4 - Norwich

Frank is in Norwich with guests Ross Noble and Sarah Millican.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
Tonight. Rory Bremner. Copyright: Unique Productions

Tonight

Edinburgh Special

Rory Bremner hosts a topical satire show with a distinctly Scottish twist from this year's Edinburgh Fringe, with a blend of stand-up, sketch, satire and incisive interviews.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm (repeat)
Beaver Falls. Image shows from L to R: A-Rab (Arsher Ali), Barry (John Dagleish), Flynn (Samuel Robertson). Copyright: Company Pictures

Beaver Falls

Series 2, Episode 3

Relationships - new ones, developing ones and ones that are crashing around your ears - are the order of the day.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:10pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 2, Episode 2 - Local Zero

Mark makes a new friend at work, whilst at Toni and Tony's party celebrating the reaffirmation of their vows, Jez meets an old school friend.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
The League Of Gentlemen. Image shows from L to R: Tubbs (Steve Pemberton), Edward (Reece Shearsmith). Copyright: BBC

The League Of Gentlemen

Series 2, Episode 3 - A Plague on Royston Vasey

Pauline tackles Ross about her job prospects. Butcher Hilary Briss has a spot of bother with one of his special customers.

BBC Two 11:20pm (repeat)
The Rob Brydon Show. Rob Brydon. Copyright: Arbie

The Rob Brydon Show

Series 3, Episode 2 - Barbara Windsor, Heston Blumenthal, The Overtones

Rob Brydon meets legendary actor Barbara Windsor and superstar chef Heston Blumenthal, who graciously listens as Rob gives him his top barbeque tips.

Radio 4 11:30pm (repeat)
Cowards. Image shows from L to R: Tim Key, Stefan Golaszewski, Lloyd Woolf, Tom Basden. Copyright: BBC

Cowards

Series 2, Episode 2

Sketches include an argument about the Mr Men, Peter Pan trying to buy fags and gin, an un-fair game of darts and the boyfriend of Where's Wally reporting him missing to police.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
The Armstrong & Miller Show. Image shows from L to R: Alexander Armstrong, Ben Miller. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions / Toff Media

The Armstrong & Miller Show

Series 1, Episode 2

Divorced dad and his young son bond over a cup of tea, and the conversation turns to frank discussions about why Granny died - possibly something to do with an imperial gallon of Tia Maria. And there's more...

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:45pm (repeat)
That Peter Kay Thing. Peter Kay

That Peter Kay Thing

Episode 1 - The Services

The Services. Peter Kay plays the entire cast of characters caught on camera during a day in the life of a motorway service station near Bolton.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
The League Of Gentlemen. Image shows from L to R: Tubbs (Steve Pemberton), Edward (Reece Shearsmith). Copyright: BBC

The League Of Gentlemen

Series 2, Episode 4 - Death in Royston Vasey

Geoff, Mike and Brian take a disastrous detour on the way to the plastics convention, and the mayor is forced to make an appearance to calm growing public concern.

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