British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 13th September 2012

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6am (repeat)
Bread. Image shows from L to R: Joey Boswell (Graham Bickley), Aveline Boswell (Melanie Hill), Nellie Boswell (Jean Boht), Grandad (Kenneth Waller), Shifty (Bryan Murray), Adrian Boswell (Jonathon Morris), Billy Boswell (Nick Conway), Freddie Boswell (Ronald Forfar). Copyright: BBC

Bread

Series 5, Episode 12

Aveline is finally pregnant but the timing is not to her liking now she has made the "glossies". Meanwhile, Grandad has been robbed, but his possessions are replaced when all the family rally round.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:30am (repeat)
Sykes. Image shows from L to R: Corky Turnbull (Deryck Guyler), Eric Sykes (Eric Sykes), Hattie Sykes (Hattie Jacques). Copyright: BBC

Sykes

Series 1, Episode 10 - Mouse

The Sykes's living room is plagued by a mouse, whom Hattie has of course dubbed Jerry. Having spent the day alone, watching for him to appear from the hole in the skirting board, she finds she's grown attached - but Eric remains determined to get rid, with the help of his air rifle if necessary.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Image shows from L to R: Terry Collier (James Bolam), Bob Ferris (Rodney Bewes). Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Series 1, Episode 10 - The Old Magic

Bob takes Terry out for a meal to make up for not giving him the job of best man.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Kay Stonham

Robin And Wendy's Wet Weekends

Series 2, Episode 1 - Them And Us

Joy and consternation as Wendy's promoted at work, but Robin's suspended.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Just A Minute. Nicholas Parsons. Copyright: BBC

Just A Minute

Series 62, Special - Just A Minute's Indian Adventure

As part of the Just A Minute anniversary celebration, Nicholas Parsons visits Bangalore and Mumbai.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:35am (repeat)
Bread. Image shows from L to R: Joey Boswell (Graham Bickley), Aveline Boswell (Melanie Hill), Nellie Boswell (Jean Boht), Grandad (Kenneth Waller), Shifty (Bryan Murray), Adrian Boswell (Jonathon Morris), Billy Boswell (Nick Conway), Freddie Boswell (Ronald Forfar). Copyright: BBC

Bread

Series 5, Episode 13

It's Ma Boswell's birthday and she waits by the phone for Derek to ring and make her day. A surprise visit from Roxy causes Joey problems but he is surprised by his mother's reaction when he finally admits the relationship to her.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Greasy Pole

Hacker plans to give permission for a new harmless chemical to be made, but its name is not the most politically friendly. Hacker decides to "meet" the person behind a report into the chemical's safety.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:15am (repeat)
Sykes. Image shows from L to R: Corky Turnbull (Deryck Guyler), Eric Sykes (Eric Sykes), Hattie Sykes (Hattie Jacques). Copyright: BBC

Sykes

Series 1, Episode 11 - Dream

Eric's been bitten by a dog in a rather unfortunate position upon his person. Visiting the doctor, he is seen by a female GP and quickly finds himself daydreaming over her.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 3, Episode 21 - Time On My Hands

The platoon are called upon when a German pilot who dived out of his plane gets caught up in the town hall clock. Their plans to rescue him seem pointless however, when they destroy the ladders they used to get up to the clock.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9am (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 2, Episode 6

Richard plans a skiing holiday, but with his mother ill and Audrey having put her back out, will he ever leave? He's just got to learn how to ski first!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
Huddwinks

Huddwinks

Episode 2.2, The Dead Walk at Midnight!: A reporter arrives to investigate mysterious happenings at a haunted manor.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:05am (repeat)
Dani's House. Image shows from L to R: Max (Sebastian Applewhite), Toby (Harry Culverhouse), Sam (Klariza Clayton), Dani (Dani Harmer), Ben (James Gandhi). Copyright: The Foundation / BBC

Dani's House

A sitcom/sketch show for Children's BBC starring Dani Harmer. Dani is left at home to look after her annoying younger brother Max.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
The Unbelievable Truth. David Mitchell. Copyright: BBC / Random Entertainment

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 2, Episode 6

Tim Vine talks about Napoleon Bonaparte, Adam Buxton looks at marriage, Ed Byrne discusses left-handedness and Lee Mack chats about fleas.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40am (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 2, Episode 3 - Mr. Fix-It

When a journalist asks to interview the Goods, Margo spies an opportunity for self-promotion. Jerry's attempts to act for the Goods' interest are very successful - but it all looks set to backfire.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Suburban snob Hyacinth Bucket devotes her time to monitoring standards and attempting to impress influential people.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:30am (repeat)
Me & My Monsters. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Me & My Monsters

Series 1, Episode 9 - Dear Diary

Eddie and the monsters keep reading Angela's diary - obsessed with her day-to-day life. But when Angela finds out, she gets her revenge by writing entries she knows will freak the monsters out.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:55am (repeat)
Hotel Trubble. Image shows from L to R: Jamie (Sam Phillips), Sally (Dominique Moore), Lenny (Gary Damer). Copyright: BBC

Hotel Trubble

Series 1, Episode 9 - X Marks The Spot

The adventurer Dr Windy Banana Bones comes to relax and rest at Hotel Trubble.

U&W channel logo 11am (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe)

My Family

A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the mainstream BBC One sitcom. Repeated again as of 17.00.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11am (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 2, Episode 2 - Who's That Dancing With Nora Batty Then?

One of Compo's neighbours is preparing to emigrate to Austrlia; Blamire reveals a musical talent; and Compo displays a mysterious scar. Has Aggie Duckett struck again?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40am (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 18, Episode 9 - Destiny And Six Bananas

When something horrible stirs in the woods, it's Foggy's big moment.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Greasy Pole

Hacker plans to give permission for a new harmless chemical to be made, but its name is not the most politically friendly. Hacker decides to "meet" the person behind a report into the chemical's safety.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (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 6, Episode 2 - Tales Of Terror

Victor is alarmed when a routine medical test turns out to have sinister implications. He also has problems with the builders and Mrs. Warboys's cousin Wilf's voice synthesiser, whilst Margaret tries to avoid a terrible telephone conversation...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 3, Episode 21 - Time On My Hands

The platoon are called upon when a German pilot who dived out of his plane gets caught up in the town hall clock. Their plans to rescue him seem pointless however, when they destroy the ladders they used to get up to the clock.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister. Image shows from L to R: Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes, Prime Minister

Series 2, Episode 5 - Power To The People

Frustrated by the continued obstacle of local councils to central government policy, not to mention their unwieldynature and lack of democratic accountability, Hacker finds himself welcoming radical reform proposals from a leading professor. Neither Sir Humphrey, nor a troublesome militant socialist feminist council leader, however, are keen on the plans.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40pm (repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister. Image shows from L to R: Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes, Prime Minister

Series 2, Episode 6 - The Patron Of The Arts

Jim's stuck in a tricky corner when he realises that he is due to attend an important arts sector dinner event as guest of honour, just days after a timetabled announcement of a less than generous increase in arts funding. Simon Monk, head of the National Theatre, is particularly unforgiving of the low increase.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 2:10pm (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 3, Episode 2 - Healthy Competition

Rodney has become disillusioned with being Del's look-out, and announces his intention to set up business with Mickey Pearce.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20pm (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 3, Episode 4 - Sweet Sorrow

The pair are flushed with pride as they dream of their son's golden future, but when Tyler's exam results let him down, it is the staff who provide the key to his career and get him motivated.

U&Yesterday channel logo 2:30pm (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 1 - Enter The Finger

Barry's fitness-mad neighbour Boothroyd annoyingly outshines him in all things physical. When it comes to karate, however, Barry has friends who can help him even the balance.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 2:40pm (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 3, Episode 3 - Friday The 14th

Del's weekend fishing trip to Boycie's country cottage strangely coincides with a local restaurant owner's need for cheap fish. On the journey they are stopped by the police who inform them of an escaped killer who is believed to be in the vicinity. They arrive at the empty cottage with a sense of foreboding...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 2, Episode 6

Richard plans a skiing holiday, but with his mother ill and Audrey having put her back out, will he ever leave? He's just got to learn how to ski first!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:10pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 1, Episode 7 - Mower Mouth

Goats will eat anything, including the sheep's grass - whilst they look on in horror!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:40pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 2, Episode 3 - Mr. Fix-It

When a journalist asks to interview the Goods, Margo spies an opportunity for self-promotion. Jerry's attempts to act for the Goods' interest are very successful - but it all looks set to backfire.

Comedy Central 4pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 6 - Mr. Bean Rides Again

Rowan Atkinson creates more comic mayhem as Mr. Bean comes to the aid of a heart-attack victim, fails miserably to post a letter and flies off on holiday.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 14 - A Thin Time

Arthur is attracted to Beryl, the clippie on his regular bus. And Beryl has only two requirements in men - those with a fondness for athletics and those with a good head of hair!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Suburban snob Hyacinth Bucket devotes her time to monitoring standards and attempting to impress influential people.

Comedy Central 4:30pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 8 - Mr. Bean In Room 426

Mr. Bean books into a hotel room and makes himself well and truly at home. In typical fashion he manages to lock himself out in a state of undress. Fortunately, help comes from an unexpected saviour.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 4:30pm (repeat)
Roy. Image shows from L to R: Becky (Martha Byrne), Maura (Cathy Belton), Bill (Simon Delaney). Copyright: JAM Media

Roy

Series 1, Episode 10 - Roy Pulls A Face

Roy's superstitious grandmother warns him that if he pulls faces and the wind changes he might be stuck like that forever. Roy takes little notice until a sudden gust of wind forces the door open.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (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 2, Episode 2 - Who's That Dancing With Nora Batty Then?

One of Compo's neighbours is preparing to emigrate to Austrlia; Blamire reveals a musical talent; and Compo displays a mysterious scar. Has Aggie Duckett struck again?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Peter Jones. Copyright: BBC

Capital Gains

Series 2, Episode 2 - Stake Capital

When an act of civil disobedience centred around a tea break fails to bring results, Julius Hutch, the leader of the Tree Party, turns to games of chance.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Kay Stonham

Robin And Wendy's Wet Weekends

Series 2, Episode 1 - Them And Us

Joy and consternation as Wendy's promoted at work, but Robin's suspended.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (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 18, Episode 9 - Destiny And Six Bananas

When something horrible stirs in the woods, it's Foggy's big moment.

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 6, Episode 2 - Tales Of Terror

Victor is alarmed when a routine medical test turns out to have sinister implications. He also has problems with the builders and Mrs. Warboys's cousin Wilf's voice synthesiser, whilst Margaret tries to avoid a terrible telephone conversation...

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme. Image shows from L to R: Carrie Quinlan, John Finnemore, Simon Kane, Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Lawry Lewin. Copyright: BBC

John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme

Series 2, Episode 1

An awkward celestial relationship, surprisingly easy contract negotiations, and a trailer for a film about the only mode of transport that hasn't had a film made about it yet.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:45pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 1, Episode 8 - Take Away

Sheep can't order pizzas, can they? Noone told Shaun and pals, as they strip the scarecrow and head off into town.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister. Image shows from L to R: Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes, Prime Minister

Series 2, Episode 5 - Power To The People

Frustrated by the continued obstacle of local councils to central government policy, not to mention their unwieldynature and lack of democratic accountability, Hacker finds himself welcoming radical reform proposals from a leading professor. Neither Sir Humphrey, nor a troublesome militant socialist feminist council leader, however, are keen on the plans.

Comedy Central 7pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 6 - Mr. Bean Rides Again

Rowan Atkinson creates more comic mayhem as Mr. Bean comes to the aid of a heart-attack victim, fails miserably to post a letter and flies off on holiday.

BBC Two Scotland 7pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 5, Episode 1 - Asleep In The Deep

A bomb hits Walmington's pumping station, where Walker and Godfrey are on watch. The efforts to free them from the wreckage are somewhat wasted after Mainwaring, Wilson, Pike, Frazer and Hodges are trapped with them... and then a broken pipe slowly floods the room with water.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Greasy Pole

Hacker plans to give permission for a new harmless chemical to be made, but its name is not the most politically friendly. Hacker decides to "meet" the person behind a report into the chemical's safety.

U&Yesterday channel logo 7:25pm (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 1 - Enter The Finger

Barry's fitness-mad neighbour Boothroyd annoyingly outshines him in all things physical. When it comes to karate, however, Barry has friends who can help him even the balance.

Comedy Central 7:30pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 8 - Mr. Bean In Room 426

Mr. Bean books into a hotel room and makes himself well and truly at home. In typical fashion he manages to lock himself out in a state of undress. Fortunately, help comes from an unexpected saviour.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 3, Episode 21 - Time On My Hands

The platoon are called upon when a German pilot who dived out of his plane gets caught up in the town hall clock. Their plans to rescue him seem pointless however, when they destroy the ladders they used to get up to the clock.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister. Image shows from L to R: Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes, Prime Minister

Series 2, Episode 6 - The Patron Of The Arts

Jim's stuck in a tricky corner when he realises that he is due to attend an important arts sector dinner event as guest of honour, just days after a timetabled announcement of a less than generous increase in arts funding. Simon Monk, head of the National Theatre, is particularly unforgiving of the low increase.

U&W channel logo 8pm (repeat)
Jonathan Creek. Image shows from L to R: Jonathan Creek (Alan Davies), Maddy Magellan (Caroline Quentin). Copyright: BBC

Jonathan Creek

Series 2, Episode 2 - Time Waits For Norman

The husband of Maddy's literary agent has been photographed eating in a local hamburger bar. Slightly odd for a vegetarian; very odd for a man who is adamant he was in America at the time...

Comedy Central Extra 8pm (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

TV impressions show that ran throughout the 2000s. Featuring Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Phil Cornwell, Kevin Connelly and Mark Perry.

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 3, Episode 4 - Sweet Sorrow

The pair are flushed with pride as they dream of their son's golden future, but when Tyler's exam results let him down, it is the staff who provide the key to his career and get him motivated.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Nurse Mary (Miranda Richardson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 5 - General Hospital

With the Germans aware of every one of the British army's moves before they've even made them, General Melchett tracks the source to a spy in the nearby hospital. Blackadder is called upon to root out the Kraut snoop and bring him to justice.

Comedy Central 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Milton Jones, Andy Parsons, Andrew Lawrence. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 7, Episode 4 - Andy Parsons, Andrew Lawrence, Milton Jones

Mock The Week star Andy Parsons hosts stand-up comedy from the Apollo, with Andrew Lawrence, and one-liner king Milton Jones.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (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 5, Episode 5

American stand-up Jimmy Tingle joins Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle. On the other side Russell Howard and Andy Parsons get the help of David Mitchell.

BBC Three 9pm
60 min
Edinburgh Comedy Fest Live. Josh Widdicombe. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Edinburgh Comedy Fest Live

2012, Episode 2

Josh Widdicombe introduces top stand-up acts from this year's Edinburgh comedy festival. Josh introduces some of the biggest names in comedy including Mark Watson, Shappi Khorsandi, Marcus Brigstocke and others.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Captain Edmund Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 6 - Goodbyeee

The time has finally come to go "over the top" and face the dreaded Hun on the battlefield. George is thrilled by the prospect, but Blackadder is still less than enthusiastic and resolves to call in an old trick and a long-standing favour owed to him by Field Marshal Haig...

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series E, Episode 3 - Eating

With Phill Jupitus, Johnny Vegas and Jimmy Carr.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Ronna & Beverly. Image shows from L to R: Ronna (Jessica Chaffin), Beverly (Jamie Denbo). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Ronna & Beverly

Episode 1

In this first installment, comedian Frank Skinner, singer Alfie Boe and Game of Thrones actor Charles Dance gamely face the probing questioning of Ronna & Beverly.

BBC HD 10pm (repeat)
That Mitchell And Webb Look. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Robert Webb. Copyright: BBC

That Mitchell And Webb Look

Series 4, Episode 1

In this episode you can find out the correct but confusing way to talk to Caesar; there's a great new way to spot the emotional subtext in TV drama; and there's a man who is very angry about grammar - and he's got a gun. Plus there's a chance to meet David's surprising new wife.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons, Chris Addison. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 11, Episode 7

Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis and Chris Addison take a look at this week's burning issues. The guests are Milton Jones, Ed Byrne and Chris Ramsey. Josh Widdicombe sits in for an ill Andy Parsons.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Just A Minute. Nicholas Parsons. Copyright: BBC

Just A Minute

Series 62, Special - Just A Minute's Indian Adventure

As part of the Just A Minute anniversary celebration, Nicholas Parsons visits Bangalore and Mumbai.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
45 min
Celebrity Juice. Leigh Francis

Celebrity Juice

Series 8, Episode 3

Keith's guests this week are American Pie actor Jason Biggs, Paralympic winner Jonnie Peacock, Colleen Nolan & Johnny Vegas.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
60 min
Shameless. Frank Gallagher (David Threlfall). Copyright: Company Pictures

Shameless

Series 10, Episode 2

Frank loves his new job at World of Burgers. His banter and laid-back approach wins the respect of the team and sales figures increase.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Rev.. Image shows from L to R: Archdeacon Robert (Simon McBurney), Nigel McCall (Miles Jupp), Rev Adam Smallbone (Tom Hollander), Alex Smallbone (Olivia Colman), Adoha Onyeka (Ellen Thomas), Colin Lambert (Steve Evets). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Rev.

Series 1, Episode 1 - On Your Knees Forget The Fees

Reverend Adam is feeling the pressure of trying to fill a rundown London church - that is, until his congregation quadruples overnight. But the sudden influx of worshippers isn't down to word getting out about his wonderful sermons...

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Image shows from L to R: Phill Jupitus, Noel Fielding. Copyright: TalkbackThames / BBC

Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 24, Episode 6

Guest host Tim Minchin is joined by Target from Roll Deep, Jason Donovan, Paloma Faith and Tim Key.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Four Sad Faces. Copyright: BBC

Four Sad Faces

Episode 2

New sketch comedy from Jack Bernhardt, Tom Crowley, Rachel Lerman and Tobi Wilson. Sketches include 'President Snuffles'.

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 4 - Cheryl Cole, Andrew Lloyd Webber

Jonathan welcomes pop sensation Cheryl Cole, who will be chatting and performing live in the studio, and musical legend Andrew Lloyd Webber.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Bottom. Image shows from L to R: Richie Richard (Rik Mayall), Eddie Hitler (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Bottom

Richie Richard and Eddie Hitler are a pair of disgusting, anti-social and regularly violent losers who share a grubby flat in Hammersmith.

Comedy Central Extra 11pm (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

TV impressions show that ran throughout the 2000s. Featuring Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Phil Cornwell, Kevin Connelly and Mark Perry.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
Hunderby. Helene (Alexandra Roach). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Hunderby

Episode 3

Edmund learns of his late mother's intention to leave him her estate on the condition that he fathers an heir within a year of her death. Cue a series of fervent baby-making attempts with a somewhat questionable technique. Meanwhile, Dorothy cranks her spying up a notch.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm (repeat)
Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 3, Episode 5 - Escape From Victory

Once again, Ted's at war with Father Dick Byrne. This time, they've got rival teams in the All Priests Over 75 Indoor 5-A-Side Football Challenge, and Ted's star player has died. It looks like a forefeit is on the cards for Crilly.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (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 9

With guests Jack Whitehall and Ed Byrne.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
Two Episodes Of Mash. Image shows from L to R: Diane Morgan, Joe Wilkinson. Copyright: BBC

Two Episodes Of Mash

Series 2, Episode 2

David has still barricaded the three of them inside the Radio 4 studio. He's taken all the Radio 4 microphones hostage in an attempt to make the network give them their own radio series. Things take a turn for the worse when David receives a call from the Radio 4 Negotiator.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Rubbish

Rubbish

Series 2, Episode 3 - Rant

Episode 3, Rant: Local government worker Martin attempts a sponsored walk and upsets some Bronte fans.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Julie (Jane Horrocks), Lorraine (Stephanie Beacham), Gavin (Jason Watkins). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 2, Episode 3

Gavin returns for his first scheduled visit as area manager and he's a bit miffed that nobody seems to have missed him much. Butchers Andy and Kieran, meanwhile, have fallen out; and Katie's back on the tills, which could cause a little bit of friction...

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50 min version (repeat)
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 5

Jimmy Carr once again oversees the disputes and deliberations on the topical events that set the nation's chins wagging as Jon Richardson and Sean Lock are joined by guests Nick Helm, Kate Humble, David O'Doherty and Claudia Winkleman.

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

Series 3, Episode 5 - Sir Tom Jones, Emilia Fox, Steve Backshall

Rob's special guest is Sir Tom Jones, who gives a fascinating insight into his long career; Emilia Fox tells Rob about hit show Silent Witness; and wildlife daredevil Steve Backshall explains what it's like to come face to face with the world's deadliest creatures.

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This Is Jinsy

Series 1, Episode 8 - Kelpman

Brian Murphy and Colin Hoult guest star as Maven finds himself stranded, humiliated and at the mercy of a mysterious, seaweed-based beast.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:30pm (repeat)
Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 3, Episode 6 - Kicking Bishop Brennan Up The Arse

Following his team's disqualification and the losing of the bet by proxy, Father Crilly must accept Byrne's forfeit - and kick Bishop Brennan up the arse.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Think The Unthinkable. Image shows from L to R: Owen (David Mitchell), Daisy de Vere (Catherine Shepherd), Ryan Packer (Marcus Brigstocke), Sophie Stott (Emma Kennedy). Copyright: BBC

Think The Unthinkable

Series 4, Episode 1 - Eurotank

The bumbling management consultants try to salvage the reputation of the MoD.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Green Wing. Image shows from L to R: Guy Secretan (Stephen Mangan), Martin Dear (Karl Theobald), Mac Macartney (Julian Rhind-Tutt). Copyright: Talkback Productions

Green Wing

Series 1, Episode 3 - Lodgers

Caroline tries to find a lodger for her house, but the only people who apply are a bunch of loonies and Angela. Joanna decides to attract the attention of Lyndon Jones, the Head of IT. Mac also discovers that Holly is now pregnant.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
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Mock The Week

Series 5, Episode 5

American stand-up Jimmy Tingle joins Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle. On the other side Russell Howard and Andy Parsons get the help of David Mitchell.

U&W channel logo Midnight (repeat)
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Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 6, Episode 5 - Drunk

Jonny is reeling after being chatted up by Louise's Dad. He decides to become more macho, but his plan backfires with shocking consequences. Louise is feeling let down by her Dad and becomes a really bad alcoholic. And Donna refuses to have Gaz's baby, leaving him only one option for getting the child he longs for.

BBC Two Scotland 12:20am (repeat)
The Rob Brydon Show. Rob Brydon. Copyright: Arbie

The Rob Brydon Show

Series 3, Episode 5 - Sir Tom Jones, Emilia Fox, Steve Backshall

Rob's special guest is Sir Tom Jones, who gives a fascinating insight into his long career; Emilia Fox tells Rob about hit show Silent Witness; and wildlife daredevil Steve Backshall explains what it's like to come face to face with the world's deadliest creatures.

U&Dave channel logo 12:20am (repeat)
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QI

Series E, Episode 3 - Eating

With Phill Jupitus, Johnny Vegas and Jimmy Carr.

BBC Three 12:30am (repeat)
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The Revolution Will Be Televised

Series 1, Episode 4

Whilst Dale Maily is at Glade Festival getting to the bottom of drugs, James and Baranaby are trying to endear themselves to the students of Manchester University before a meeting with the Minister of State for Universities and Science, David Willets.

U&W channel logo 12:40am (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 6, Episode 6 - Croppity Crops

Janet is reeling that Gaz tried to take Corinthian and decides to increase security in the home. Jonny gets a job as a farmer. Donna persuades Gaz to try tantric sex, but he gets hooked on it, much to her frustration. Louise wants a new family and she knows exactly where to find one.

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Blackadder

Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 5 - General Hospital

With the Germans aware of every one of the British army's moves before they've even made them, General Melchett tracks the source to a spy in the nearby hospital. Blackadder is called upon to root out the Kraut snoop and bring him to justice.

U&Dave channel logo 1am (repeat)
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Harry & Paul

Series 1 - Ruddy Hell! It's Harry & Paul, Episode 6

Featuring the Posh Scaffolders, Bono and The Edge, Nelson Mandela, Can't Back Down, Pik, the Surgeons, Madonna and Guy, the Computer Billionaires, the Clean Chavs, the Divorcing Couple and I Saw You Coming.

BBC Three 1am (repeat)
Edinburgh Comedy Fest Live. Josh Widdicombe. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Edinburgh Comedy Fest Live

2012, Episode 2

Josh Widdicombe introduces top stand-up acts from this year's Edinburgh comedy festival. Josh introduces some of the biggest names in comedy including Mark Watson, Shappi Khorsandi, Marcus Brigstocke and others.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20am (repeat)
Blackadder. Captain Edmund Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 6 - Goodbyeee

The time has finally come to go "over the top" and face the dreaded Hun on the battlefield. George is thrilled by the prospect, but Blackadder is still less than enthusiastic and resolves to call in an old trick and a long-standing favour owed to him by Field Marshal Haig...

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Mock The Week

Series 7, Episode 9

With guests Jack Whitehall and Ed Byrne.

Comedy Central 1:40am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Stand-up comedy from London's famous club, The Comedy Store.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:50am (repeat)
Rev.. Image shows from L to R: Archdeacon Robert (Simon McBurney), Nigel McCall (Miles Jupp), Rev Adam Smallbone (Tom Hollander), Alex Smallbone (Olivia Colman), Adoha Onyeka (Ellen Thomas), Colin Lambert (Steve Evets). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Rev.

Series 1, Episode 1 - On Your Knees Forget The Fees

Reverend Adam is feeling the pressure of trying to fill a rundown London church - that is, until his congregation quadruples overnight. But the sudden influx of worshippers isn't down to word getting out about his wonderful sermons...

U&Dave channel logo 2am (repeat)
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Peep Show

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Man Show

Sophie tells Mark that her and Geoff are moving in together and that he thinks her and Mark should see less of each other.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2am (repeat)
Huddwinks

Huddwinks

Episode 2.2, The Dead Walk at Midnight!: A reporter arrives to investigate mysterious happenings at a haunted manor.

Comedy Central 2:05am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Stand-up comedy from London's famous club, The Comedy Store.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20am (repeat)
Bottom. Image shows from L to R: Richie Richard (Rik Mayall), Eddie Hitler (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Bottom

Richie Richard and Eddie Hitler are a pair of disgusting, anti-social and regularly violent losers who share a grubby flat in Hammersmith.

U&Dave channel logo 2:30am (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeff Heaney (Neil Fitzmaurice), Alan Johnson (Paterson Joseph). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 4, Episode 6 - Wedding

Mark and Sophie's big day arrives, but as the groom makes his way to the church with best man Jeremy and a very hungover Super Hans, he continues to wrestle with crippling doubts which threaten to throw the event into disarray.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30am (repeat)
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The Unbelievable Truth

Series 2, Episode 6

Tim Vine talks about Napoleon Bonaparte, Adam Buxton looks at marriage, Ed Byrne discusses left-handedness and Lee Mack chats about fleas.

Comedy Central Extra 2:45am (repeat)
The Detectives. Image shows from L to R: Dave Briggs (Robert Powell), Bob Louis (Jasper Carrott). Copyright: Celador Productions

The Detectives

Sitcom starring Robert Powell and Jasper Carrott as Dave Briggs and Bob Louis, the Met's most incompetent detectives.

BBC Three 2:55am (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 5 - Football Match

Alfie reveals a hidden talent when the annual football match between Abbey Grove and the school he attended, Middleton House, approaches. Will the benefit scroungers pull it off, or Middleton's snooty toff boys who clinch the win?

Comedy Central Extra 3:20am (repeat)
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Steve Coogan As Alan Partridge And Other Less Successful Characters

Steve Coogan performs as some of his most famous creations including a certain Norwich DJ. Recorded in Blackpool in 2008.

BBC Three 3:25am (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 4

Whilst Dale Maily is at Glade Festival getting to the bottom of drugs, James and Baranaby are trying to endear themselves to the students of Manchester University before a meeting with the Minister of State for Universities and Science, David Willets.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Peter Jones. Copyright: BBC

Capital Gains

Series 2, Episode 2 - Stake Capital

When an act of civil disobedience centred around a tea break fails to bring results, Julius Hutch, the leader of the Tree Party, turns to games of chance.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Kay Stonham

Robin And Wendy's Wet Weekends

Series 2, Episode 1 - Them And Us

Joy and consternation as Wendy's promoted at work, but Robin's suspended.

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