British Comedy Guide

Schedule Wednesday 29th August 2012

Radio 4 2:15pm
45 min
Do You Know Who Wrote This?. Copyright: BBC

Do You Know Who Wrote This?

The Veracity Virus is spreading across the internet, revealing identities and stripping away fakes - perhaps not quite as good a thing as it sounds.

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 3

It's round three and, while Peter Crouch's fiance Abbey Clancy joins Redknapp on the Reds, Neil Morrissey is picked for Flintoff's Blues. Corden referees.

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 3 - Hearts Of Darkness

A day out in the country and a gentle trip on the river leads to epic complications for the Meldrews, Mrs Warboys and Nick Swainey when they find themselves marooned in the middle of a misty river.

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
When The Dog Dies. Sandy Hopper (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: CPL Productions

When The Dog Dies

Series 2, Episode 3 - Temptation

Generous Sandy sponsors his son-in-law in a charity marathon, but discovers he's splashed out too much.

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 2, Episode 6 - The Quality Of Life

After visiting a City Farm threatened by closure, Jim rashly promises to keep it open. Unfortunately for Hacker, he's unaware of a particularly important merchant bank's plans for high-rise offices on the site, and is thrown into a conflict of interests.

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 7 - A Question Of Loyalty

Sir Humphrey and Jim are to be interviewed by a Select Committee who are scrutinising their department. A book's about to be published with some rather damning revelations - but who can rely on Jim to give the correct response, Number 10 or Sir Humphrey...?

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 6 - Sex And The Country

Marlene discovers the farmhands concocting a virility potion for Rocky the bull, and manages to sneak a dose into husband Boycie's coffee. Tyler arouses suspicions when make-up is found in his room, and his parents are relieved to be told he has a girlfriend - until it transpires she's also his teacher.

Sky Living logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
Mount Pleasant. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mount Pleasant

Series 2, Episode 2

While Dan grows jealous of Lisa's friendship with Kim, the residents must pull together when tragedy strikes. Plus, Pauline receives a blast from the past.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
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 5

Financial salvation for the city vicar seems to come in the form of a city slicker.

BBC Two 9pm
60 min
Vexed. Image shows from L to R: D.I. Georgina Dixon (Miranda Raison), D.I. Jack Armstrong (Toby Stephens). Copyright: Greenlit Rights

Vexed

Series 2, Episode 5

Jack and Georgie are sent to a popular local primary school to solve the gruesome murder of the headmaster. But just as the duo think they've cracked the case and prepare to take it to the Old Bailey, they realise that the facts don't quite add up.

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

QI

Series H, Episode 12 - Horses And Hunting

With Jimmy Carr, Dara O'Briain and Clare Balding.

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

A League Of Their Own

Series 3, Episode 3

England and Manchester United captain Rio Ferdinand and comedian Lee Mack join in the fun. Plus, strong stomachs are required when the teams compete in a dizzying end-game.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
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 10pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 4, Highlights Special - Best Bits

The best bits from Series 4 of the topical comedy show hosted by Russell Howard. Includes some previously unseen material.

BBC Three 10pm
30 min
The Revolution Will Be Televised. Image shows from L to R: Heydon Prowse, Jolyon Rubinstein. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

The Revolution Will Be Televised

Series 1, Episode 2

James and Barnaby are out canvassing for votes during the London Mayoral election hoping to help get Boris Johnson re-elected, whilst Dale Maily is at the Jubilee weekend.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
30 min
Lee Kern's Celebrity Bedlam. Lee Kern. Copyright: Objective Productions / Lee Kern Productions

Lee Kern's Celebrity Bedlam

Episode 5 - Fame

In the penultimate episode, Kern looks at the topic of fame. Have celebrity egos got too big? How desperate are celebrities for fame?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Harry Enfield & Chums. Image shows from L to R: Kathy Burke, Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse

Harry Enfield & Chums

Hit 1990s sketch show starring Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse and Kathy Burke.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:45pm (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

Long-running topical panel game with a strong political slant, featuring team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Harry Enfield & Chums. Image shows from L to R: Kathy Burke, Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse

Harry Enfield & Chums

Hit 1990s sketch show starring Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse and Kathy Burke.

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

Frank Skinner's Opinionated

Series 1, Episode 2 - London

This edition comes from London and Frank is joined by comedian, writer and broadcaster Dave Gorman and Perrier Award winner Laura Solon.

Radio 4 11pm
15 min
Political Animals. Copyright: BBC

Political Animals

Series 1, Episode 3 - Sybil

Sybil (Tracy Wiles), chief mouser to the Cabinet Office, 2007-2008, gives a cat's eye view of life in 10 Downing Street under Gordon Brown.

Radio 4 11:15pm
15 min
Before They Were Famous

Before They Were Famous

Series 1, Episode 3

Ian Leslie presents a new Radio 4 comedy show which brings to light the often surprising first literary attempts of the world's best known writers

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:20pm (repeat)
Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

2012 Specials, Episode 2 - The Rematch

Following the success of 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown earlier in the year, Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson once again take on the famous words and numbers quiz.

Radio 4 11:30pm (repeat)
That Mitchell & Webb Sound. Image shows from L to R: Robert Webb, David Mitchell. Copyright: BBC

That Mitchell & Webb Sound

Series 4, Episode 3

A horse makes his own packed lunch, a boy's effectiveness as a wolf early-warning system is compromised, an evangelist refuses to tell anyone about Jesus, and advice on how to become the next Zorro.

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

The IT Crowd

Series 4, Episode 3 - Something Happened

Douglas becomes a Spaceologist, Roy's life is changed by a bad back, and Jen gets involved with a rock band.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
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 5

Financial salvation for the city vicar seems to come in the form of a city slicker.

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 6

Rog finds his best friend and wife naked together in the back of his car - but still doesn't suspect anything; three marketing executives are stranded on an island and brainstorm a suitable SOS message; and a sketch involving inadequate army boots.

BBC Three Midnight (repeat)
The Revolution Will Be Televised. Image shows from L to R: Heydon Prowse, Jolyon Rubinstein. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

The Revolution Will Be Televised

Series 1, Episode 1

Dale Maily meets members of the Occupy movement in London, a group tries to make Tony Blair a saint, and regular characters James and Barnaby attend the Liberal Democrat conference.

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