British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 31st August 2012

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am
30 min
What's So Funny?. Ed Byrne. Copyright: Unique Productions / BBC

What's So Funny?

2012 Specials - Edinburgh Festival

Ed Byrne interviews Alan Davies, Jo Caulfield and Mark Watson about the Edinburgh Festival's impact on their national tours.

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
Beauty Of Britain. Beauty Olonga (Jocelyn Jee Esien). Copyright: BBC

Beauty Of Britain

Series 3, Episode 3 - The Broad Fit Footglove

Beauty looks after Ray, an ex-footballer who is young at heart. Or is it Beauty who is aging up from spending so much time with the elderly?

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 5 - The Trial

Victor is on jury service and ends up waiting around at home all day to be called up for a case...

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Chain Reaction. Copyright: BBC

Chain Reaction

Series 8, Episode 6 - Caitlin Moran interviews Jennifer Saunders

Caitlin Moran is joined in conversation with Jennifer Saunders.

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 7pm
30 min
Those That Can't. Copyright: BBC / Zipline Creative

Those That Can't

Series 4, Episode 2 - Quiz Team

Bryn and Glyn take the kids to an inter-schools quiz, but the bus has other ideas.

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 3, Episode 3 - The Skeleton In The Cupboard

The Minister is dismayed when he is instructed that he must discipline the most efficient borough council in the country for having failed to return a few statistical surveys to Whitehall. A visit to Scotland's past offers up the perfect opportunity to reach a compromise.

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 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.

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 2, Episode 2 - Here's To You, Mrs Boyce

Boycie considers a move into local politics. Bryan's ex-fiancée finds a cure for lesbianism. Tyler fails to score at Rugby, but creates a good impression. Marlene provides momentary distraction during Tyler's maths coursework, until Boycie steps in with his first aid knowledge.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Gary (Tom Ellis), Penny (Patricia Hodge), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Clive (James Holmes). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 1, Episode 3 - Job

Miranda heads to the gym and, after a fuchsia-face-inducing workout, decides it's perhaps not quite for her. She must therefore find a way of getting out of her water-tight contract with the gym.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (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 5

Mum and Dad try to organise a quiet meal out together. But first they have to escape the house!

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
In With The Flynns. Image shows from L to R: Caroline (Niky Wardley), Liam (Will Mellor). Copyright: Caryn Mandabach Productions

In With The Flynns

Series 2, Episode 3 - Life Is Sweat

Liam tries to earn some extra money by giving some personal training lessons, but matters quickly go awry when his first client wants more from him than just training.

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

QI

Series H, Christmas Special - Hocus Pocus

A special and magical Christmas edition with Graham Norton, Lee Mack and Daniel Radcliffe.

BBC Three 9pm
60 min
BBC Three Comedy Marathon. Image shows from L to R: Chris Ramsey, Susan Calman, Andrew Maxwell

The Comedy Marathon Spectacular

Chris Ramsey and Jameela Jamil host highlights of 2012's first ever eight-hour comedy marathon.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
30 min
Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Julie (Jane Horrocks), Lorraine (Stephanie Beacham), Gavin (Jason Watkins). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 2, Episode 1

The day that Julie has been dreading arrives. Gavin is checking out of Valco for pastures new and, to make matters worse, Julie doesn't make the best first impression on his replacement, Lorraine.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 2, Episode 3 - iMammy (Batteries Not Included)

With Dermot and Maria's baby due very soon, Agnes is excited about the prospect of having a new Brown in the house.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9:30pm
30 min
Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Julie (Jane Horrocks), Lorraine (Stephanie Beacham), Gavin (Jason Watkins). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 2, Episode 2

Changes loom as Lorraine unveils Valco's below-basic 'No Nonsense' range, which doesn't go down well with a distinctly unimpressed Julie. Meanwhile, a refreshed but short-of-cash Katie drops by for a visit - will she be tempted by her old job?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (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 6

Six-year-old Karen is preoccupied with the exact whereabouts of Satan, and Ben falls foul of a hardline football referee.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
QI Logo. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series H, Episode 16 - History

With Rob Brydon, Sandi Toksvig and David Mitchell.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.

BBC Three 10pm
30 min
The Tape Face Tapes. Sam Wills

The Tapeface Tapes

The Boy With Tape On His Face performs in this pilot with his trademark tape over his mouth.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Image shows from L to R: John Hannah, Suranne Jones

A Touch Of Cloth

A Touch Of Cloth, Episode 1 - Part One

Sleuthing collides with spoofing in the first part of this Charlie Brooker original comedy that tickles and twists crime drama clichés. Starring John Hannah and Suranne Jones.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Patsy (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 5, Episode 6 - Schmoozin'

Eddy's first ever boyfriend, Pete, is back on the scene, and he's in possession of a set of lost Beatles recordings. As he, Patsy and Eddy celebrate the find and prepare to unveil the tapes to the world, it seems that nothing can go wrong.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:30pm
45 min
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

The Last Leg With Adam Hills, Episode 2

Adam Hills presents an alternative review of the day's action at the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 5, Episode 5

Lee Mack is joined by former England cricketer Phil Tufnell and comedian Marcus Brigstocke, while David Mitchell partners Konnie Huq and Inbetweeners actor Greg Davies.

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

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 5, Episode 7 - Exploitin'

Saffy's feeling the stress of motherhood, and taunted by Patsy as to her tired emotional and physical state, agrees to allow Eddy to look after Jane for the day. Unfortunately, the wayward grandmother doesn't have entirely honest intentions for the young one.

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

Frank Skinner's Opinionated

Series 1, Episode 4 - Norwich

Frank is in Norwich, with guests Sarah Millican and Al Murray joining in the debate again. Topics of discussion include beauty and lying.

BBC Three 11pm (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 1, Episode 3 - Self Defence

When Miss Gulliver raises concern about a popular but extremely violent new videogame, Alfie helps her to organise a school weapons amnesty.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
Image shows from L to R: John Hannah, Suranne Jones

A Touch Of Cloth

A Touch Of Cloth, Episode 2 - Part Two

As Charlie Brooker's riotous spoof crime drama concludes, there's still a lot of work to do to nail the serial killer before he claims any further victims.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:05pm (repeat)
Come Fly With Me. Image shows from L to R: David Walliams, Matt Lucas

Come Fly With Me

Episode 2

A 'sudden wing malfunction' delays FlyLo passengers on their way to Malaga, while Melody and Taaj get tough with FlyLo's new baggage allowance regulations.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:15pm (repeat)
Alan Carr: Chatty Man. Alan Carr. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Alan Carr: Chatty Man

Series 8, Summer Special - Alan Carr's Summertime Specstacular 2

This August Alan Carr is putting on his tracksuit and his running shoes and celebrating London's Olympic Summer with a massive party sprinkled with the usual mix of lively chat, celebrity guests, sketches and music.

Comedy Central 11:20pm
30 min
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 2, Episode 9

Addy van der Borgh talks gasmen, James Acaster on parties, Tiff Stevenson isn't a fan of middle-class mums and Josh Howie is confused by women.

Radio 4 11:30pm (repeat)
On The Hour. Image shows from L to R: Chris Morris, David Schneider, Patrick Marber, Rebecca Front, Doon Mackichan, Steve Coogan. Copyright: BBC

On The Hour

Series 2, Episode 5

The date of the next General Election has been announced, Alan Partridge reports live from the Olympic Games, and Nebraska bans women.

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

Mum and Dad try to organise a quiet meal out together. But first they have to escape the house!

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (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 1

We learn about the origins of hairdressing from Neanderthals; Brabbins and Fyffe, the filthy alter-egos of Flanders and Swann, sing a jolly little song about women.

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